43 32 1900 http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/7967fb00ec8627a4d3f50d8ef980016e.PDF cf41f1bd4c0542f0e6626348cc02fee0 PDF Text Text mm. "'.1' mm j '• - Vn''-- '/• ' • ;•# iTIONAl UNION • ATUUnC, 6U1F, UKB AND INLAND WATfRS DISTRIG • AfL-aO : -;•- ~f: SEAEiREMtS Volume 51, Number 11 Nmrember, 1989 ISSIDE SIU Crew Carries First Food Cai^ to Poland 00 oooc_ •H>.a (>o>2:o TI-JTCO 00 to m -< -) c -Hx: < o • •/ ' • Z>K^X rnooo • -'" Q• 1 i- The SlU-crewetf Spirit of Tex( delivered 11,500 metric tons sorghumto Polandeariier this monl Bosun Fred Seilman, in a shipl pboax; ceremony, extended fraterrM greetings on behalf of the SIU m Solidarity, Poland's free trade unk<^ i-•:. r , .r • - ••'•. 'i--.- •• •" • i,- . '••'y f •' • 1' O , •< HH >-H OJ ZO 1 i*' r • •" yi O O-l 1— o Co Ul 00 c o 'A •• r.iyA »-( m , ,,0v' '''yyy .-H . . • 7' Pogeo > i " ' J;-.'--" I Senators Reject Attack On Cargo Prderence . • •' . 'M'm The farm lobby dropped ite anticargo preference amendments from the Polish aid bill when it failed to garner enough votes for passage. .•I', . i ^ I i!- Pages . •> •• HF Secretary Rules IMU Not a U.S. Union M:' •; ••'.y; ''-ff-yii • ••k. Seamen's unions from around the world were notified by an ITF communication that the District 1 IMEBA/NMU connected international Maritime Union is not, in the eyes of the transportation union fecF eration, an American union. t--. ^•v -'|v Pages .-VK-. SIU Has Key Role in ^Housing Now' March i'.': -ji • ;• MTD fMaps 'Comprehensive' Maritime Policy WASHINGTON, DC—Delegates to the AFL-CIO's Maritime Trades Department (MTD) biennial con­ vention meeting November 9-10 issued a call for the cooperation of Congress , the administration, business and labor to map a ''com­ prehensive" policy to revitalize the shipping and shipbuilding in­ dustry. Representing 43 affiliated na­ tional and international unions. delegates also acted on a wide range of issues of concern to the maritime industry and the labor movement generally. SIU President Michael Sacco, who serves as head of the MTD, opened the convention with an assessment of the challenges fac­ ing the maritime industry. Sacco said, "We recognize that a strong American-flag fleet and shipbuild­ ing sector will only come about S>" i- .r , -t'v' with leadership from the White House, continued efforts from Congress and cooperation from all groups within the industry." Addressing the convention were guest speakers Senator John Breaux (D-LA), TRANSCOM Di­ rector of Plans and Resources Ma­ jor General John Stanford, Con­ gressman Richard Gephardt (DMO), Congresswoman Helen DeContinued on page 6 ••J,,'- A Many celebrities attended a demonstration that called for affordable housing and an end to homelessness, including Dionne Warwicfc who is pictured above with SIU Port Agent Nick Celona. -"' •' y' •• :-y Ptige 10 3': n- -•. Summary Plan Descriptions for 1988 Great Lakes Tug & Barge Pension Plan and 1988 Seafarers Vacation Plan Pages 21 and 22 •-.i J ' . V"»*: tS-'V* thy*" >' I'r, 'I, ,'.y, 'i" . -. 1^-. • •• 'A y -^1. •-y M i: •' , v ' . �- ypr- ^ , -, ;7«-r#»r- VV:.v«Wvt'," f,.-..' • ••• 1".-",; ;-Tv''- - v.-w|,,- S£4J5WWS £06 :i:lWlwjfS>shyi-:;.; iR3S'0,^;v v^ifeiw'! • President's Report A V^ v> T c| • ',' • "S'-V;: -•' .'.J; .•-; iW'sS!'*>r ' .'• .v''-,'V ';•• ;.'>r m Our good friends and fellow trade unionists of the 42 other trade unions who share membership with the SIU in the AFL-CIO's Maritime Trades Department continue to support the effort to strengthen the U.S. merchant marine. At our recently-concluded biennial convention in Washington, the convention delegates pointed to the inadequacy of America's merchant fleet and resolved to seek a cooperative effort by the Administration, the Congress, industry and labor to revitalize both shipping and ship­ building. The MTD, whose member unions represent workers in all segments of maritime operations asea and ashore, as well as a cross-section of America's organized workers, is the parent body, so to speak, of the highly effective net­ work of maritime councils which function on issues of mutual concern and interest in the various port cities up and down all coasts, on the Great Lakes and rivers. SIU members should understand the importance of the Maritime Trades Department, which has so often thrown its vital support to Seafarers' causes, just as it has in the causes of other affiliates whenever they have called upon the department for assistance. As a voluntary association of trade union organizations, the MTD is a classic example of effective inter-union cooperation at all levels, especially at the grass-roots level where it counts so much. AFL-CIO Convention Highlight At the AFL-CIO biennial convention, which followed that of the MTD, the highlight was clearly the dramatic appearance of Lech Walesa, the leader of the Polish democratic union movement and inspiration for Poland's struggle for freedom from the yoke of com­ munist party domination. Walesa, an electrician who began the struggle at the Lenin Shipyard in Gdansk, is a worker who has fought in the trenches and who the communists have failed to muz­ zle despite repeated arrests and jailings. His appearance at the AFL-CIO convention was in response to an invitation extended to him some eight years ago but which Walesa couldn't accept until now because he feared the communist govern­ ment would not allow him to return should he have left Poland. Under his leadership, the free trade union organizatiori known as Solidarity, cracked the control of the communist dictatorship and brought about the first open elections since Russian troops installed the first Polish puppet leadership after World War 11. What is especially signiflcant about this remarkable achievement is that it is the direct result of trade union commitment to democracy. Walesa and his associates in Solidarity alone are responsible for giving Poles the taste of democracy and the hope for a better life. And the material support and encouragement that he was able to muster from beyond his own group almost exclusively came from free labor unions, particularly from the AFL-CIO unions of the United States. Seafarers should bear in mind, as all Americans should, that in all the mighty struggles against dictatorship and oppression, free trade unions were and are in the forefront of the battle for freedom; against the Nazism and the fascism of Hitler and Mussolini and the communism of Eastern and Central Europe, and wherever else the right to speak out is at stake. No other part of society plays as critical a role in the preservation of democracy as that of free trade unions. That's why those who seek to curb individual freedom first go after the trade unions. I Our Etest Ambassadors "'M •" :• ^ Among the many reasons for maintaining a strong and adequate American-flag fleet of merchant ships manned by American seamen is that it is in the nation's best interest to show our flag in the ports of the world, particularly when our vessels carry aid cargoes and other expressions of America's show of concern for the well-being of others throughout the world. And, equally important, American seamen can serve, as they so often have, as ambassadors of good will. Perhaps there can be no more striking example of the correctness of this view that the recent voyage, or rather mission^ of the MY Spirit of Texas, operated by Falcon Shipping/Seahawk Management, which left New Orleans with the first cargo of grain for Poland under the new U.S. assistance program in response to that nation's steps toward democracy. This was a historic moment and Seafarers can be proud of the role their union and their union brothers played in the event. The SIU and the Transportation Institute had a representative in Gdynia where arrangements had been made to celebrate the arrival of the Spirit of Texas and the discharge of its precedentsetting cargo. Details of this great ceremony and the exchange of fraternal greet­ ings between the SIU crew and the representatives of Solidarity, the free Polish trade union, appear elsewhere in the LOG, but I must express our pride in the MV Spirit of Texas crew who handled themselves in a manner that is a credit to their union and to all America. The report from the scene was that they were "outstand­ ing." • The irony in all of this is that some members of Congress who, fortunately, were outvoted by the majority of their colleagues, had attempted to have the Polish aid cargo shipped in foreign-flag bot­ toms, manned by foreign crews who could care less about creating good will for this nation. Had that been the case in the first shipment of aid cargo to Poland, it would have been what could be referred to, in the fancy language used by diplomats and politicians, as "a missed opportunity." Fortunately, the American flag flew over the vessel that tied up in Gdynia with U.S. grain and she was ably manned by an SIU crew of good will ambassadors. Polish Solidarity Officials Study SIU, Training Program Four officials of the independent trade union. Solidarity (Solidarnosc in Polish) looked to the SIU and the Lundeberg School for ideas that can be adapted in Poland. The Polish trade unionists were brought to the United States last month as guests of the AFL-CIO, the federation of national and in­ ternational unions in the United States. In a meeting with SIU Execu­ tive Vice President Joseph Sacco, the four union activists discussed how a trade union can protect its members' job security. Of partic­ ular interest to the Solidarity of­ ficials was the concept of the hiring hall. Upon hearing of the shipping and manpower procedures used by the communist regime in Po­ land, Sacco likened it to the crimp i.:.' f:''. Volume 51 Number 11 November, 1989 The LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthlyTiy the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSC Prince Georges, Maryland 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the LOG, 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. President, Michael Sacco; Secretary-Treasurer, Joe DiGiorgio; Executive Vice President, Joe Sacco; Vice President Collective Bargaining, Angus "Red" Campbell; Vice President Atlantic Coast, Jack Caffey; Vice President Gulf Coast, Thomas Glldewell; Vice President West Coast, George McCartney; Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters, John Fay; Vice President Government Services, Roy "Buck" Mercer. Communications Department Director, Jessica Smith-, Associate Editors, Daniel Duncan, Max Hall and Deborah Greene, '• •:•• • 'j^ The Solidarity union members dock a ship in the Lundeberg School bridge simulator. system found in the United States earlier this century. Edward R^dziewicz, chairman of Solidarity's western Pomeran­ ian region and a member of the group's national executive com­ mittee, said his union finds itself in a position to change the system instituted by the communists. "But we must act quickly," Radziewicz told Sacco and SIU representa-. tives in the meeting, "because the. Polish people are fed up with 40 years under communism and now they want to see changes." Before 1989, Solidarity had functioned as an underground and outlawed democratic labor union. This year, the communist govern­ ment collapsed after negotiations with Solidarity that lead to elec­ tions. Today, Solidarity members hold positions in Parliament and the Prime Minister job. Other members of the Solidarity team were: Bogdan Zurek, direc­ tor of the inspection division for environmental protection at Huta Katawice and a vice director of Solidarity's environment commit­ tee., Edward Szwajkiewicz, an electrician by trade and a member of the presidium of the Solidarity temporary regional committee based in Gdansk and Tadeusz Piotrowki, secretary-general of the national section of Solidarity's steel workers union. At the Lundeberg School the Solidarity officials collected infor­ mation on training and joint labor/ management programs. .,j �'iwggi •• • 11989 Union-crewed Spirit of Texas Arrives in Gdynia with First Food Cargo SlU Moik Adsft lUott, SoBdaily, in SI^Aoad Cmmoay GDYNIA, POLAND—Members of the SIU paid tribute to Solidarity, Poland's free trade union, on the occasion of the arrival in the port city of the first U.S.-government generated food cargoes. member of the group's national More than 11,500 metric executive commission, with a let­ tons of sorghum were loaded ter from the SIU's President Mi­ in New Orleans last month chael Sacco to Solidarity's Presi­ and carried on the SlU-crewed Spirit of Texas, a vessel in the Falcon Shipping/Seahawk Man­ agement fleet. The grain arrived in Poland in early November. Bosun Fred Sellman spoke on behalf of the SIU during a ship­ board ceremony on November 2 attended by Solidarity niembers, the U.S. Ambassador to Poland John Davies, Bishop Czewslaw Domin — who serves as the chair­ man of the charity committee of the Polish Catholic Episcopate, representatives of the U.S./Polish Commission on Humanitarian As­ sistance and the Polish and Amer­ ican press. In a talk described by those present as "emotionally charged" and "moving," Bosun Sellman spoke of the respect American workers had for their brothers and sisters in Poland. Sellman, who has been shipping for 31 years, said SIU members and U.S. trade unionists had watched and lis­ tened in awe as Solidarity mem­ bers brought the communist gov­ ernment down. Solidarity was able to "pull it off by hanging tough, through diplomacy, tenacity and commitment," said Sellman. "When you stop to think about what they did, a handful of people in the shipyard, then they got an entire country behind them, and now it's affecting all of Eastern Europe," marvelled Sellman. Sellman presented Bogdan Lis, the head of Solidarity's interna­ tional affairs department and a dent Lech Walesa hailing the role of the independent union in Po­ land's emerging democracy. Lis thanked the people of the United States and American unions for their support of the democratic changes taking place in Poland. A mechanic by trade and a long time opponent of his country's communist system of government. Lis was arrested by the regime in 1984 for his attempts to establish a free labor movement. He was released in late '84, only to be arrested again by the Polish gov­ ernment in 1985. Lis was given amnesty in 1986 and went on to participate in the round table negotiations early this year between Solidarity and the communist authorities. It was these historic talks that led to the ar­ rangement for elections and an entry of the underground union. Solidarity, into the government. The SIU also donated four dic­ taphones to Solidarity. In pre­ senting the offlce equipment to Lis, Sellman said the SIU hoped the dictaphones would be of help to Solidarity members, office workers and officials. The SJU's ship committee, comprised of Sellman, Secretary Raymond Jones, Education Direc­ tor J. Badgett, Engine Delegate Edward L. Haymie, Deck Dele­ gate Teddy Daniels and Steward Delegate Larry Aldridge, handed out SIU pins, caps, scarves and jackets to Solidarity members. Detroit News Interviews Sellman When John Peterson, a reporter for the Detroit News, was writing a story on American labor's early and constant support for Solidarity he wanted to interview one of the thousands of U.S. trade unionists who gave money, time and hope to the outlawed Polish union. The AFL-CIO, knowing SIU members had just been in Poland delivering food cargoes carried on the Spirit of Texas, suggested Peterson caU the SIU. In a ship to shore call, Peterson interviewed SIU Ship Chairman Bosun Fred Sellman for an article that appeared in the Detroit News on Sunday, November 12. What follows are excerpts of the interview with the 57-year-old Bosun. Peterson:. What kind of reception did you receive when you docked in Gdynia? Sellman: They were evidently looking forward to our being there. Even the people up town when they saw you on the street knew that you were from the Spirit of Texas just by the way we were dressed and the way that we looked. They went out of thenthe Polish workers tell? way to be dice. Everybody treated SeDman: Well, they told some tales us like kings ... every place we about how really at times they had went. no guarantee they'd be around Peterson: What kind of stories did • -m . • i?-' It'; 1,^ "W -mi: Bosun Fred Sellman presents Solidarity officials with SIU pins, caps, jackets and scarves after a shipboard ceremony on the occasion of the arrival of the first American food cargoes to Poland. Accepting the SIU gifts are Solidarity officials Bogdan Lis (center), Andrzej Brzowski, Bogdan Olszewski and P. Wodyk. Adrian Karatnicki of the AFL-CIO's International Affairs Department (left) looks on. The Solidarity officials partici­ pating in the event thanked the SIU for its support of their struggle and presented the union with one of the organization's bronze me­ dallions. The ceremony on the Spirit of Texas was covered by Solidarity and European press. The union found it unusual that none of the footage filmed by American tele­ vision stations was available. Solidarity ("Solidamosc" in Polish) was bom in the shipyard of Gdapsk, Pol^d in 1980. It op­ erated as a legal and independent trade union until the crackdown of December 13, 1981 when the country's communist authorities imi:^sed martial law, confiscated Solidarity's property, seized its fiinds and jafled many of the or­ ganization's lexers and activists. During the time Solidarity op­ erated underground, the American labor movement, through the AFLCIO and its affiliates, sent the union printing presses, com­ puters, mimeograph machines, printer's ink, video cameras and radio broadcasting equipment. Working underground, the banned Polish union interrupted government radio broadcasts to deliver the message, "Solidarity Lives." By 1985,400 underground newspapers were being printed and distributed in Poland. In 1988, Sol­ idarity implemented successful strikes. On April 5,1989, the communist government signed an agreement with Solidarity to restracture the government and hold elections. Today, Solidarity members have been elected to many parliamen­ tary seats. The food cargo on the Spirit of Texas was the first sent under the American government's Polish aid program announced by President Bush during his visit to Eastern Europe last July. tomorrow because the govern­ ment would come down on them so tight, put them under house arrest, first one thing and another, .. and then tensions would ease a little bit. . . based on the premise that they had learned their lesson. . . .But as soon as they let them go back to work, they started the them up. They're not going to quit and they hung in there and they did it. Peterson: During your 31 years as a seafarer, have you had any ex­ periences that equal this one in terms of emotion? Sellman: Nothing, nothing that would equal this. It was like elec­ tricity going through everything over there. They know it's not going to happen overnight and they know it's going to be slow and long in coming. . . . Still, they're excited about it. Does that makes sense to you? It comes across to you, the people in the restaurants, the people just sit around in the shops. They're ex­ cited. It's like hey, we just had triplets, but you don't want to brag about it. I think they're also afraid to make too much out of it, be­ cause they don't want to make waves until it's been longer and they're a little more secure with their freedom. They're still think­ ing well maybe if somebody changes their mind, they'll come in hore and clamp down on us again. was my point when I said that by tenacity and commitment they had pulled something off that they couldn't have done by confrontation. I guess they finally just wore the author­ ities down. Now they're too pop­ ular, you can't really do anything to them, but neither can you shut Continued on page 13 • .W'-. • • , I- • '::y\ t 'i'k' . ' I't - , •' hj •••v., 4 < vi' i' '•» •• . . �m^-fm SOFARERS LOG Panama Debacle Exposes Of Iffettive U.5. 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Meanwhile, the United States government pol­ icy labels ships that fly the Pana­ manian flag owned by U.S. citi­ zens as under the nation's "effective control" ,for military purposes. For years, the American gov­ ernment has sidestepped its re­ sponsibility to maintain a strong U.S.-flag merchant fleet by insist­ ing that American-owned but for­ eign-registered ships are available U.S. policy labels ships flying the Panamanianflag as ^effectively controlled^ for military purposes. to the United States in times of national emergency or war. One of the principal havens for these runawayrflag operators is Panama, where the current mili­ tary and political debacle, coupled with longstanding efforts by the U.S. government to topple Gen­ eral Noriega's regime, explodes that myth of "effective control." On the one hand, the Depart­ ment of Defense considers Pana­ manian-flag vessels owned by U.S. citizens to be part of the fleet that would transport troops and cargo in the event of a military mobili­ zation. On the other, two U.S. federal courts have indicted Pan­ ama's ruler on drug trafficking charges, and President Biish has severed diplomatic relations with the Noriega regime. Noriega — responsible for the brutal beatings of Panamanian op­ position leaders and condemned throughout the world for election fraud — gleefully boasts of his power as Panama's strong-man, and insists he will continue to dodge pressures from the United States to bring him to justice on the drug charges. While raising the Panamanian flag during a birthday celebration shortly after American-courts an­ nounced the drug-running indict­ "We will stay with this flag and with this commander," concluded the man who ultimately controls Panamanian-flag ships. Yet, in the event of a military conflict, the U.S. government maintains it could "requisition" ships flying the Panamanian flag if the vessels meet American own­ ership requirements. What makes the Department of Defense believe that, in time of an American crisis, Manuel No­ riega would turn in his uniform as a general in the Panamanian De­ fense Force for a uniform as an admiral in the U.S. Navy? This fairy tale scenario is based on agreements made by American foreign-flag owners stating they will make their ships available to the U.S. government in the event of a national emergency. As a reward for this pledge, the runa­ way operator is eligible to partic­ ipate in a war risk insurance pro­ gram offered by the Maritime Administration. '^Patriotism of Convenience* The long-standing so-called "ef­ fective U.S. control" policy (EUSC) has come under contin­ uing attack from the SIU and other maritime unions because of its fraudulent nature. Arguing that the EUSC notion is unrealistic and a sham, the SIU has pointed out that the national interests of a foreign country will not always coincide with American security strategies. Furthermore, the SIU has em­ phasized that crews on foreignflag vessels have no allegiance to the United States. Proponents of a runaway flag fleet — including the nation's oil giants—^ claim that "effective U.S. control" demonstrates their pa­ triotic tendencies. But this is little more than "pa­ • • '-S triotism of convenience." They may pledge their allegiance to the American flag, but their first al­ legiance is to the profits they amass because they have reflagged their vessels abroad. The flag-of-convenience opera­ tors have run away to overseas registries precisely to evade U.S. taxes, enjoy the ability of hiring low-wage foreign nationals, avoid Coast Guard safety regulations and prevent exposure of their earnings in foreign currencies. SIU Denounces Sham in the September issue of the Seafarers LOG, SIU President Michael Sacco blasted the govern­ ment's policy of rigidly including foreign-flag vessels in U.S. na­ tional defense figures. Citing the Panamanian crisis, Sacco noted these inflated and fake numbers could lull the United States into a false sense of complacency. Relying on any theory that No­ riega would allow Panamanianflag vessels to take part in an American military mobilization makes the United States "look a little silly," the union noted. Although the U.S. government persists in clinging to its hollow theory of so-called "effective con­ trol," Sacco questioned whether, in time of national crisis, the United States would be able to count on an indicted drug trafficker shunned by the international community to come to its aid. "What does it take to wake up America?" asked Sacco. American military policy main­ tains a "forward strategy" of wag­ ing any conflict on the enemy's doorstep. That defense capability requires adequate and reliable U.S. Parent Company Foreign-Flag Merchant Ships (Asof July 1, 1988) Country No/Ships DWT Liberia Panama Bahamas Honduras 172 53 23 3 17,141,659 3,599,371 2,906,434 21,335 F B&O T 20 8 22 134 19 18 26 1 3 'k F: Freighters; refrigerated and unrefrigerated break bulk vessels, containerships, partial containerships, RO/RO barge carriers, cruise. B&O: Bulk dry bulk or combination liquid/dry. T: Tankers; crude petroleum, petroleum product, chemical tankers, LNG and LPG tankers. Source: Office of Trade Analysis and Insurance, Maritime Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation. There are 251 ships owned by Americans under the four registries re(»)gnized as ^effectively controlled* by the United States. m sealift power. The delusion of "ef­ fective control" creates a false sense of security and puts the United States at the mercy of unreliable foes like Manuel No­ riega. America Held Hostage The Commission on Merchant Marine and Defense, established by the government to determine the ability of today's American fleet to meet our security needs, warned in its third report pub­ lished in 1988 that the militarily useful portion of the EUSC fleet can be expected to decline from the current total of 129 to only 53 ships by the year 2000. Chaired by Admiral Jeremiah Denton, a former Republican sen­ ator from Alabama, the presti­ gious commission pointed out that the nation should not be deluded into believing that all runaway vessels are militarily useful. What's more, the commission made clear that America cannot rely on the runaway-flag operators for military sealift capability. In words that cannot be misunder­ stood, it declared that America "cannot be held hostage to foreign economic strangulation." The report also addressed the potential for political differences that might arise between the United States and the runaway-flag ha­ vens, pointing out "the United States cannot in policy or practice depend on foreign assets, alone or in part, for assistance in situations where there are no commitments from our allies." Runaways Bring Cash to Panama The finance minister of Panama recently stated the income to his nation from its flag registry was close to $10 million in U.S. cur­ rency per year. The head of SECNAVES, the authority that oversees Panama's shipping registry, claimed the country's treasury receives a di­ rect annual income of $30 million in U.S. currency. Another $50 million is received in the form of fees paid to Panamanian agencies, lawyers and representatives who maintain offices for foreign-based companies. In other words, at a time when the Bush administration has com­ mitted itself to overthrowing the Noriega regime, it continues to encourage American shipowners to fatten Panama's treasury by operating their ships under that nation's flag. 1 �asnm NOVmBER, 1989 'Effective Contror Proves To Be A Sham In Crisis Situations '•. I-. • ' i ." •" Pictured above is a Panamanian-flag vessel docked at a U.S. port. In 1988, the United States government counted 53 ships under Panamanian registry that are owned hy American interests. How EUSG Policy Got Its Start -^', 'i • •'^ During the war of 1812, a num­ ber of American shipowners trans­ ferred their vessels to Portuguese registry to avoid capture by the British Navy. This strategic maneuver was a matter of military convenience and was employed only in wartime. Although there were always some American shipowners who have resorted to foreign-flag re­ gistry, the practice never amounted to much until World War II. The Merchant Marine Act of 1936 provided for military requi­ sitioning of vessels "documented under the laws of the United States." This was part of a con­ certed effort to help rebuild an American maritime industry that had been allowed to rust in layup in the years following the First World War, When allied shipping faced heavy damages inflicted by German Uboats, and tM Neutrality Act of 1939 tied this country's hands when it wanted to extend shipping as­ sistance to th^allies, the American government encouraged U.S. shipowners to transfer their ves­ sels to the friendly registries of Panama and Honduras. Flying the neutral flags of the two Latin American countries, these American-owned vessels were thus able to carry supplies to the allied forces with less risk of being torpedoed. Meanwhile, the Merchant Ma­ rine Act's requisitioning language was changed in 1939 so that in­ stead of providing a maritime mo­ bilization effort limited to vessels "documented under the laws of the United States," it extended the mobilization reach to include vessels "owned by citizens of the United States." As a result, when the United States entered the war, the Amer­ ican-owned vessels flagged in Pan­ ama and Honduras automatically came under control of the Amer­ ican government. ; v' ' • Bargain Basement Registries After World War II — with hundreds of war-built ships avail­ able to enter the shipping trades — the tax-free status, cheaper la­ bor and fewer regulations sdforded by the Panamanian and Honduran '•v , -.'J:- registries made it attractive for the oil monopolies, fruit companies, other carriers and many fly-bynight operators to actively seek out foreign-flag accommodations. The mass exodus from the American flag was exacerbated by a program called "trade-out-andbuild" enunciated by the Maritime Administration. MarAd claimed the transfer of war-built ships to the Panamanian, Honduran and Liberian flags would promote ship­ building at home. Maritime unions attacked the wholesale transfer to runaway re­ gistries, pointing out that such actions weakened the nation's se­ curity interest. Leaving a gaping hole in our defense capability, the unions argued, was a gamble not worth risking. The oil companies and other supporters of runaway flags pre­ vailed on the Department of De- The rhad desire of the runaway-flag owners to save a buck does not square with U.S. security interests. fense to endorse their efforts. This collusion resulted in the 1948 pro­ mulgation of the theory of "effec­ tive U.S. control." Maritime unions and military officers were assured by DOD and the State Department that this mysterious tie would inexorably bind the run­ away-flag operators and their ves­ sels to American interests. The Maritime Administration, in turn, made lucrative American war-risk insurance avaUable to vessels operating under the fraud­ ulent "effective U.S. control" theory. This valuable asset made Panamanian and Honduran flags and the Liberian registry, estab­ lished in the late 1940s, an even better deal for American shipown­ ers. Since 1948, maritime unions have repeatedly pointed out that the mad desire of the runaway-flag operators to save a buck does not square with America's national security interests. Although American military mobilization plans include Amer­ ican-owned vessels flying the Pan­ amanian, Honduran and Liberian flags — and since the early 1980s, the Bahamian flag — when ac­ tually called to action, the notion of "effective control" has crum­ bled. American maritime unions have pointed out that the phony umbil­ ical cord of "effective control" is based on agreements — not trea­ ties — with the governments of Panama, Honduras, Liberia and the Bahamas. Under international law, the unions note, only the state of registry has the right to requis­ ition vessels flying that country's flag. As recently as April 1988, the government's General Accounting Office (GAG) issued a report stat­ ing that EUSC ships "may not be requisitionable simply on the basis of ownership by foreign subsidi­ aries of U.S. corporations..." Many instances have brought America face to face with the fallacy of "effective control;" • In 1960, the Soviet Union dangled a few dollars under the noses of the runaway owners for lucrative oil transport charters. At a time when the Soviets were strengthening their position in Cuba, in open disregard of U.S. interests, American runaways car­ ried millions of tons of petroleum from the USSR to Castro's gov­ ernment. • During the war between Egypt and Israel in 1973, the U.S. tried to make good its pledge to aid Israel. The United States was ready to ship military and civilian sup­ plies to its beleaguered ally. But it found itself blocked from using American-owned vessels flying the Liberian flag. Why? Because the Liberian government had hastily passed an executive order prohib­ iting the use of Liberian-flagged vessels in U.S. efforts to support Israel's cause. • The Military Sealift Command chartered some American-owned foreign-flag vessels to transport supplies during the Vietnam con­ flict. The government agency re­ ported that, in some cases, the ships were prevented from sailing by Crewmembers who opposed American policies in Southeast Asia. T.f / .\.V fV-' "S- y. • '4; World Ranking of Countries' Merchant Fleets Based on Number of Vessels—1988 Rank 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 26. 26. 27. 28. • 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. •45. •45. 46. 47. •48. •48. •48. 49. •50. •50. 51. 52. 53. 54. •55. •55. Country Panama USSR Liberia Jap^n ' Greece China Italy Philippines United States Korea' West Germany Netherlands Spain Singapore United Kingdom Brazil India Turkey Indonesia Norway Denmark , France . Taiwan , • Sweden • Malaysia Argentina ' Senegal F •; Egypt Saudi Arabia Honduras Bulgaria Mozambique Iran Thailand Finland ^^ ' Canada Australia Belgium Venezuela , i V Mexico Madagascar Algeria Kuwait Portugal Ecuador Peru Cameroon Morocco Bangladesh Colombia Iraq Israel Chile Sri Lanka Pakistan Dominican Republic Nigeria Zaire Libya Switzerland Number DWT (000) 3,279 1,795 1,550 1,437 1,270 1,211 516 486 456 455 448 437 418 416 , F VFr-;'.:'. 395 FF.,- 333 ••F'. F; 332 .. , V-:-324. F. 319 1 . 279 '• 239 • 227 194 181 167 153 148 135 134 119 115 104 101 100 89 85 78 76 75 72 71 63 62 58 52 52 49 44 / 41 /. 41 . • 41 \ 40 \ 66,119 22,314 96,406 51,253 45,910 17,992 11,354 12,495 20,727 10,715 4,874 4,217 7,871 11,717 11,759 9,973 9,985 4,967 2,181 10,828 6,561 7,942 6,791 2,114 2,266 2,955 »»»«»« 38 38 36 35 34 31 29 29 V 1\. 1,330 • 4,626 550 »*#**» »»•*»» • »»*»»• y'yy: "• • -%'r • 'IF • ' 'i- • •. , • •if-..y • F'F 624 1,539 951 3,649 3,465 1,299 1,854 »*»»** 1,496 3,193 1,668 568 889 •»•».»» 474 413 579 842 631 754 WIS 603 524 508 'Denotes countries of equal rank. The table was compiled by the Transportation Institute from data provided by the following. | sources: Maritime Administration, Office of Technology Assessment, United States Trade Representative, United Nations Conference onTrade andDevelopment (UNCTADf,Prganlzation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) and Shipbuilders Council of America. \-Si", V-, . �'fi-;. sEAmmme •Hy 'Jf m Biennial MTD Convention Dologatos Urge Passage Of National Shipping and Shipbuilding Poliqr •f • Continued from page I W'S•i'". f^: > • < Vi tk. • >J • lich Bentley (R-MD), AFL-CIO Secretary Treasurer Thomas R. Donahue and AFL-CIO Director of Legislation Robert McGlotten. Delegates attacked Eastern Air Lines for the company's union busting tactics that resulted in the current nine-month long strike being waged by MTD affiliates, the International Association of Machinists and the Air Line Pilots Association, The two unions are joined by the union representing Eastern flight attendants, the • ? •• 1C'. SIU President Michael Sacco opens biennial MTD meeting. Transportation Workers Union. MTD unions pledged to stand with their Eastern brothers and sisters by joining picket lines, providing material and monetary assistance. The convention maritime policy resolution passed with unanimous support of the delegates. It called for creation of a cabinet-level po­ sition with oversight responsibility for maritime affairs, endorsed a national sealift policy, affirmed the need to exclude maritime services from world trade negotiations, urged the U.S. government to take steps to address the projected manpower shortage in ship con­ struction, repair and operation and ptrentiZ i-V..' m"::w te |/'S j-l-\;;;', - ;• •: '- J- . - • 5? • • ; i' '. • .; of a compreP hensive pro­ gram to revi­ talize the U.S.flag fleet. MTD Ex­ ecutive Sec­ retary Treas­ urer Jean Ingrao reported Ingrao that all affiliates had backed the AFL-CIO's boycotts and pledged continued support of the United Mine Work­ ers in their fight with the Pittston Company, a conglomerate that unilaterally cut off the health cov­ erage of 1500 min^ worker reti­ rees, widows and disabled minors. The MTD delegates urged Con­ gress to pass legislation that would provide a mechanism to ensure funding of benefits programs for the striking mine workers. Senator John Breaux (D-LA) said Congress would not allow a weakening of the nation's cargo preference laws. Speaking of the Senate's maritime agenda for next year, Breaux said there was a great deal of interest in "cash transfer," the term used to describe a policy of having recipients of American foreign aid buy goods manufac­ tured or produced in the United States and shipped on U.S.-flag vessels. Breaux noted that in his 17 years in Congress he had never seen as much willin^ess to take positive ac­ tion in support of maritime. He con­ gratulated the MTD for its work de­ fending shipping and shipbuilding workers and pledged, 'Twill not do anything with­ out sitting down with you and mak­ ing sure you are Breaux part of the program to put maritime back in the fore­ front." Speaking on behalf of TRANSCOM, the joint defense agency that coordinates air, sea, rail and highway transportation for the military. Ma­ jor General John Stanford said the na­ tion's forward defense strat­ egy demands a viable, healthy U.S.-flag fleet. "A forward defense strat­ egy means we can defend this country on any Stanford beachhead in the world," said Stanford. "We need the capability to deploy rap­ idly, to move troops and to sustain them. . . 95 percent of what we carry to war would be carried on U.S.-flag carriers." Stanford said TRANSCOM is "absolutely concerned" that no new commercial ships are being built in the U.S. and that trained seafarers are in decreasing supply. In concluding, he told the dele­ gates, "TRANSCOM is your ad­ vocate. Use us as your advocate." Congressman Richard Gephardt (D-MO), who serves in the lead­ ership of the House of Represen­ tatives, spoke of the trade imbal­ ance and national deficit confronting the United States. He recalled a meet­ ing with Japanese businessmen who told him the United States should de­ nominate dollars to yen. "I am re­ minded," he said, "of the old adage— creditors make de­ mands, debtors ac­ Gephardt cept and follow de­ mands. Debtors are weak." Gephardt said it was time for Congress and the administration to institute fair trade, so an Amer­ ican businessman had just as fair a shake in Japan as a Japanese businessman has in the United States. m Delegates to the biennial MTD convention are pictured above in the meeting's opening session. in the world's merchant fleets and Congresswoman the number one industrial nation." Helen Delich Ben­ AFL-CIO Secretary Treasurer tley (R-MD) told Thomas R. Donahue called for a the delegates national "maritime bluntly, "If we policy that assures should have to de­ a fair share of both fend freedom, we government and cannot do it with commercial car­ fast food hamburg­ goes" are allocated ers and french fries to U.S.-flag car­ out of the service Bentley riers. Robert economy." It will McGlotten, the take a strong merchant marine, AFL-CIO's legis­ she said. She charged that bu­ lative director said reaucrats were giving America "Politics is the Donahue away to foreigners, to the detri­ name of the game," and called on ment of the United States. "We delegates to get involved in fedneed a revolution of spirit, a spirit Continued on page 25 that savs America is number one AFL-CIO Delegafes Honor Lech Walesa WASHINGTON, DC—The 1989 Biennial convention of the AFLCIO was marked by the presence of Lech Walesa, the shipyard elec­ trician who heads Solidarity, Po­ land's free trade union movement, and the reaffiliation of the United Mine Workers Union to the "house of labor." "A vast movement for democ­ racy and freedom is developing in my country," said Walesa. "It is changing the political face of Po­ land and of the world. And that movement has been made possible only through the peaceful struggle of working people, of trade union­ ists like you and I," Walesa told the hundreds of delegates attend­ ing the AFL-CIO's 18th Consti­ tutional Convention during his November 14 speech. The reaffiliation of the United Mine Workers signals a strength­ ened solidarity among U.S. unions. AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland welcomed the Mine Workers and five other unions that have affiliated with the AFL-CIO in the last ten years. "Today, we can proudly say that this movement is more united in solidarity and is more broadly representative of the whole family of labor than it has been for at least half a century," Kirkland said. In other convention action, del­ egates mapped out organizing strategies, legislative initiatives, programs to increase membership services and unanimously re­ elected AFL-CIO President Kirk­ land and Secretary-Treasurer Thomas R. Donahue to another two year term. Solidarity leader Lech Walesa (middle) is pictured above with SIU President Michael Sacco and his wife Sophie at the AFL-CIO convention. �'•: •>. • , NOWMBER, 1989 ADMINISTRATION UNVEILS NATIONAL SEALIFT POLICY The administration unveiled its long-awaited policy statement on sealift last month to generally un­ favorable reviews. It's not what the administration said, it's what it failed to say. "The administration's policy looks good on paper, but in prac­ tice, it is hollow because it offers no new approaches," sa;id CongressWoman Helen Bentley (RMD). The policy statement, said James Henry, president of the Transpor­ tation Institute, an association of 140 U.S.-flag operators, is "a pale reflection of previous drafts" that "adds little more than platitudes to the body of maritime statutes already in effect. "It is unfortunate that an initi­ ative that is the culmination of much concerted effort on the part of the industry and defense plan­ ners reflects so little of the input ofeither." In contrast to its predecessor, the Bush administration said the American-flag merchant marine would be the first source of sealift, and it de-emphasized the role Of the reserve fleet. But these wel­ come changes were all but ob­ scured by the administration's failure to back up its words with any concrete commitments. In issuing the statement, the administration stressed that while it supported a strong Americanflag merchant marine, it is opposed to legislation introduced in Con­ gress earlier this year incorporat­ ing recommendations made by the President's Commission on Mer­ chant Marine and Defense. Furthermore, the administra­ tion's sealift policy paper re­ mained deliberately vague on new monies for the maritime industry. Representative Bentley also blasted the notion that foreign-flag vessels would be available to the United States in a time of war. "The sealift policy is flawed be­ cause it makes the unfortunate assumption that U.S.-owned, but foreign-flagged vessels, coupled with allied shipping resources will Ikk kv . >' .' be readily available to the U.S. in the event of a war or national emergency. "There is a continuing belief, despite past actions to the con­ trary, that our allied and foreign mariners are willing to participate in our problems," Bentley said. After a short introduction reaf­ firming the importance of sea­ lift to the nation's defense strate­ gies, the policy statement made the following six points: • The U.S.-flag merchant ma­ rine, to the extent that is possible, will be relied upon to provide sealift in peace, crisis and war. In peacetime, the Department of De­ fense will operate the minimum number of sealift ships, including reserve ships, to meet the Joint Chiefs of Staff s exercise require­ ments which cannot be accom­ modated by U.S.-flag vessels. • The U.S. might be forced to act unilaterally to protect its in­ terests, and when it does, suffi­ cient American sealift sources must be available. • In addition to the U.S.-flag merchant marine, the U.S. wijl continue to rely on the so-called effective U.S. control vessels. • The Department of Defense will determine sealift require­ ments and coordinate its efforts with the Department of Transpor­ tation. • The Departments of State and Transportation, the Special Trade Representative and other appro­ priate agencies shall ensure that international agreements and fed­ eral policies protect our national security interests and do not put the U.S. industry at a disadvan­ tage. • The development and imple­ mentation of specific sealift and supporting programs will be made with full consideration of the costs and benefits involved. New pro­ grams to enhance our ability to meet national security require­ ments shall compete for resources with other national security pro­ grams. Great Lakes Members Approve New Contract '" S' SIU members sailing aboard tbe four vessels in tbe Inland Lakes Management fleet approved a new four-and-a-balf year contract last month. Pictured above with SIU Bosun Jim Sbupert (center) are tbe union's Great Lakes Vice President Byron Kelley (right) and Algonac Port Representative Andy Goulet. Behind them is tbe vessel E.M. Ford. A' ; -- -Jk kv" Ships like tbe Tropicana, pictured above, were cited by the National Transportation Safety Board for widespread safety violations in a study released last month. Tbe Tropicana was singled out for refusing to install smoke detectors and was listed among several hazardous foreign-flag cruise ships. Study Blasts Safety Record Of Foreign-Flag Cruise Ships NTSB Urges Greater Government Control The government's safety watch­ dog agency, in a report to Con­ gress released last month, charged that many foreign-flag cruise ships operating from U.S. ports and car­ rying American passengers are floating safety hazards that could lead to a major sea disaster. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) study recom­ mended greater and more strin­ gent regulation of the foreign-flag passenger ship industry. Among the safety threats cited by the government agency found on foreign-flag cruise ships, par­ ticularly the day trip vessels dock­ ing in Florida, were the inadequate training of crewmembers, the in­ ability of the crew to communicate in a common language with each other or the passengers, employ­ ees that didn't know how to fight fires and poor safety procedures. NTSB investigators said many cruise ships registered in Liberia, Panama and the Bahamas were particularly hazardous. Vessels singled out in the report were the Tropicana that sails from Port Ev­ erglades, Viking Princess from the port of Palm Beach, Discovery I from Miami and the entire SeaEscape fleet. 'Life Rafts, That Won't Float' Among the unsafe conditions found by agency investigators were rotted fire hoses, broken sprinkler systems, life rafts that wouldn't float and fire doors that wouldn't close. The agency criticized Carnival Cruise Lines for refusing to co­ operate with a government inves­ tigation of an accident involving the company's ship Celebration and a Cuban freighter last Feb­ ruary. The incident, which hap­ pened in international waters, left three Cuban seamen dead. The NTSB recommended the Coast Guard be extended authority to investigate international water ac­ cidents involving foreign-flag cruise ships based in the U.S. and pa­ tronized by Americans. Noting that American lives are 4 at risk, the NTSB urged greater governmental control over for­ eign-flag cruise ships. Investiga­ tors recalled instances where the cruise ship companies had refused to follow NTSB or Coast Guard recommendations. The Tropi­ cana's owners, for example, had resisted placing smoke detectors on the vessel, despite Coast Guard complaints. , .•). .f; • -ri' :• 'ti- k •' . - .K • ''K • The study found crewmembers unable to communicate in a common language. While American mariners are subject to alcohol and drug tests, foreign seamen working on for­ eign-flag vessels sailing in Amer­ ican waters and carrying U.S. cit­ izens are not. The agency called for legislation granting Coast Guard authority to test employees aboard foreign-flag vessels operating reg­ ularly from U.S. ports. Other recommendations in the report were mandatory central­ ized automatic fire controls, ven­ tilation systems that shut down in the event of a fire, fire doors equipped with release mecha­ nisms, automatic sprinklers and regularly conducted emergency drills. The agency suggested that crew language barriers be eliminated by having at least 75 percent of the crew able to communicate in Eng­ lish. The NTSB also urged better and ongoing crew training, fire fighting classes, onboard manuals available to all crewmembers on their ship's operation and better dissemination of shipboard emer­ gency procedures. The NTSB's report is now be­ fore Congress. Consideration of the findings will begin in next year's legislative session. • • " ' ••• 'hv • • '-v. • r.-. T" ,, ''ki' A"-; k- V' • • " t' '?••••' f �SaFARCRS m /7f General Serretary Upholds IH/IU Suspension .••'-"li-'r/.a,' .• '•» -•' Of ).; I> ' l!K^ V' ••yO:.' -0"- S'l'- ""r ' ,i 1 • 't'f t: T^. • a- I I The head of the International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) has ruled that the Cayman Islands-based International Mari­ time Union (IMU), a group with connections to District 1 MEBA/ NMU, can no longer claim to be an American organization for pur­ poses of the ITF's flag-of-convenience (FOG) organizing campaign. The decision was made public in an October 16 communication from Harold Lewis, the ITF's general secretary, to representatives of seamen's unions from around the world. • • American unions, under ITF policy, have thd first shot at or­ ganizing seamen working on for­ • i. •.'. hO.' o eign-flag vessels that are owned by U.S. citizens. The ITF, an international federation of trans­ portation unions, allows a bona fide national seamen's group first jurisdictional rights to flag-of-convenience vessels owned by indi­ viduals of the same nationdity. Once a ship is organized by the national union, the contract is sub­ mitted to the ITF's Fair Practices Subcommittee to determine if it meets ITF standards. Upon ap­ proval of the collective bargaining agreement, the ITF issues the sig­ natory company a so-called Blue Certificate that signals to the world's maritime community the vessel is operated with a union contract. Coast Guard Proposes New Tankerman and Z-Card Rules 00 1 .n '.• . .. X-' w • ' •• -^. I i\.- tf'. ;•-•'*». . r' irii. 'i 0 I-: ^'• -f:-. iS' • I: Mr. (;• , i:. i(: ; " rr-~• •• •' r • ' The U.S. Coast Guard is pro­ posing changes in the issuance of merchant mariner documents and the status of pumpmen and tankermen in an effort to prevent oil spills like those that wrecked America's coasts this spring. The regulations were presented to the public in the Federal Reg­ ister last month and the Coast Guard is soliciting commentary. Spokesmen for the agency said the government would like to see the new regulations in place by early next year. Currently, the Coast Guard is holding hearings around the country to encourage suggestions on the possible changes. The agency has proposed the issuing of new Coast Guard doc­ uments every five years. In the event such a proposal is enacted, the Coast Guard proposes that individuals already in possession of a Z-card be allowed to keep their documents for up to five years after the law is adopted. The changes regarding tankers and barges would eliminate the pumpman and tankerman en­ dorsements as they now are writ­ ten. In their place, the Coast Guard is proposing endorsements in the following categories: TankermanPIC (person-in-charge) for tank­ ers, Tankerman-PIC for barges, Tankerman-Assistant and Tankerman-Engineer. According to SIU Assistant Vice President Augie Tellez, who has been monitoring the Coast Guard's proposals, the suggested changes should not result in lower manning scales. He said there is a possi­ bility that personnel could be in­ creased. The proposals, as presented, re­ quire tankers of more than 5000 gross tons to carry a minimum of two tankerman-PIC's, three tankerman-assistants and two tankerman-engineers. On tankers of less than 5000 gross tons, the proposals call for at least two tankermanPIC's and two tankerman-engineers unless only one engineer is required. Bill Eglinton, director of voca­ tional education at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Sea^ manship, reported his group is prepared to change course mate­ rial to accommodate the new reg­ ulations. If the proposed tankermen rules go into effect, new classes covering Coast Guard en­ dorsements for dangerous liquids and liquified gases will be added to the curriculum, he said. "After speaking with Christo­ pher Heizer at Coast Guard head­ quarters, it appears our currently approved tankerman course will suffice for our pumpmen and tankermen engaged with dangerous cargoes," Eglinton said. "How­ ever, our LNG tdnker personnel may need a different course." If the new endorsements are adopted, the Coast Guard said Lundeberg School class certifi­ cates will be accepted as a sub­ stitute for their tests. Both Tellez and Eglinton view this as a posi­ tive step because Lundeberg School courses can emphasize hands-on training. Questions about the IMU's le­ gitimacy were raised by District 2 MEBA and the SIU at a May meeting of the ITF's Fair Practices Committee, a forum that brings together the world's free seamen's unions. The two U.S. unions asked how a Cayman Islands-based group could represent itself to foreign seamen's unions and to owners of foreign-flag vessels as being "American." At the May meeting, the ITF suspended the issuance of Blue Certificates to companies that had signed collective bargaining agree­ ments with the IMU until an in­ vestigation had been completed to determine the nationality of the organization. In his October 16 communica­ tion, Lewis said prior to the March 1988 merger between District 1 MEBA and the National Maritime Union, the IMU was considered by both the ITF and the NMU to be an affiliate of the NMU. In September, Lewis was informed by the president of District 1 MEBA/NMU that the "IMU did not become an affiliate of MEBA by virtue of the District No. 1 and National Maritime Union merger, nor has the IMU since attained the status of an MEBA affiliate." "In light of this information," said Lewis, "there are no longer any grounds, by any test, for re­ garding the IMU as effectively American. ... My conclusion, then, has to be that the IMU is no longer qualified to negotiate or conclude collective agreements for U.S.-owned FOC ships within the terms of ITF policy and practices and has not been so since the NMU's merger with MEBA Dis­ trict 1." Lewis also informed the ITF's member unions that the "practical consequences" of the decision would be considered in further ' communications. Senate Leader Backs Down On Cargo Preference Fight Senators who proposed that food cargoes to Poland be exempted from the nation's cargo preference laws threw in the towel on No­ vember 14 and withdrew their amendments. "Let me be candid, I have de­ cided not to offer these amend­ ments because I do not have the votes," said Senate Minority Leader Robert Dole, a leading proponent of farm interests that have long sought to ship American food aid on foreign-flag vessels. As a result, both the House and Senate versions of the Polish aid bill are free of any changes in existing cargo preference laws that require 75 percent of American food giveaways to be carried on U.S.-flag ships. For the past several months, long-time cargo preference oppo­ nents have tried to capitalize on the emotional events in Eastern Europe by seeking a waiver of U.S.-flag shipping requirements on food cargoes going to Poland. Last month, the House of Rep­ resentatives defeated a similar proposal in October by a vote of 228-170 after a dramatic floor de­ bate. ^Let me be candid ... I do not have the votes.^ — Senator Dole Speaking at a convention of the Maritime Trades Department of the AFL-CIO this month. Sen. John Breaux (D-LA) questioned the real motives of the amend­ ment's backers. If they were really concerned about cutting costs, he said, then "why not just buy the grain from Argentina or Brazil? I'm sure Senator Dole wouldn't support that." Mel Pelfrey Mel Pelfrey Of D2 MEBA Dies at 59 Melvin H. Pelfrey, Great Lakes vice president of the District 2 Marine Engineers Beneficial As­ sociation-American Maritime Of­ ficers, died of a heart attack while on vacation in Colorado on Oc­ tober 17. Known to many as a champion of U.S. Great Lakes mariners for more than 30 years, Pelfrey, 59, chaired the Great Lakes Task Force, a government/labor/indus­ try coalition that promoted legis­ lative programs to promote mari­ time growth in the eight-state region. He was also president of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades De­ partment Toledo Port Council, vice president of National MEBA, trustee of the District 2 MEBAAMO Pension, Medical, Vacation and Safety and Education Plans. Pelfrey was the son of a steelworker. He left home shortly after high school to work in the "Pitts­ burgh Fleet" of the Great Lakes iron ore carriers owned and op­ erated by the former U.S. Steel Corporation. He obtained his first licensed position in 1954. In 1956, the Ohio native helped organize and lead a successful three-week strike for union rec­ ognition. The action resulted in a three-year contract that included many significant improvements: overtime for work in excess of 40 hours a week—rather than the industry standard of 56 hours be­ fore overtime, paid holidays and vacations and seniority in hiring. By 1957, Pelfrey had been elected vice president of what was to be­ come District 2 MEBA. In 1978, he was named to his first term as Great Lakes executive vice pres­ ident of the union. Pelfrey and District 2 MEBA President Raymond McKay estab­ lished the world's first fully inte­ grated bridge-engine room-radar/ ARPA ship simulator training pro­ gram at the union's Toledo facility in 1980. The daily newspaper of Toledo, OH, the Toledo Blade, eulogized Pelfrey in an editorial. Pelfrey, said the newspaper, raised Tole­ do's status as a first class port and stabilized labor relations in the city "without sacrificing an iota of commitment to trade unionism. Toledo is known first and foremost as a labor town, and no one carried labor's flag more proudly, or with greater integrity, than Melvin Pel­ frey." :,:W �NOW/HSfff, 1989 '7*^ •-T •s'^ ••••-- -•'- •••• -• • • • • - - - .- Vl'-W"^ •/ SIU Gov't Services DIvlsioh Lends Hand in Earthquake Clean-up SIU members who work for ^he Military Sealift Command helped to clean the MSCPAC headquar­ ters last month after the Oakland (CA) building was rocked by the largest earthquake to hit the region since 1906. The five-story facility suffered minor structural damage to some walls, windows and steps. File cabinets and picture frames crashed to the floor during the 17 seconds of rumbling. The building was closed for 14 hours after the quake to make sure there was no more damage. Most employees were given two days of administrative leave as water was not available for 40 hours after the disaster. SIU members, who sail in un­ licensed positions on MSCPAC vessels, came to the command's building in Oakland to lend a hand. Some were there at the time of the earthquake because they had been awaiting their next ship as­ signment. Navy ships, helicopters and Seabees provided emergency services and assisted in the recov­ ery efforts following the earth­ quake. The USNS Mercy housed a large number of Seabees who worked to restore vital services to Naval Supply Center Oakland and other military installations. The hospital ship also stood by with emergency medical facilities that included extensive blood bank services. SIU Member Is NATO Srhelar A 14-year veteran of the SIU has been awarded a North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) en­ dowment to study the effects of petroleum pollution on the oceans. As part of his scholarship studies, 35-year old James Gravelek par­ ticipated in the SlU's new oil spill prevention and emergency con­ tainment and clean up course at the Lundeberg School of Seaman­ ship. Currently enrolled at Cleveland State University in Ohio and working towards a masters in ur­ ban studies, Gravelek has nar­ rowed the focus of his studies to environmental risks posed by ma­ rine transport of hazardous chem­ icals. To this end, he obtained the NATO fellowship to inventory maritime accidents involving li­ quified gases, other bulk chemi­ cals and chemicals transported in package form in U.S. waters since 1983 and to list counter measures such cargo transfer, recovery at sea and chemical treatment used in these events. Deck-department member Gravelek is excited about his stud­ ies and the NATO scholarship. "It is quite an honor," Gravelek said. "It also is quite a challenge and I look forward to it." Since attending the Seafarers ;7V-g- Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship as a trainee, Gravelek has continued to pursue a mari­ time education. Gravelek applies for any scholarship or grant avail­ able in his field of studies. That is how he came across the NATO grant. The Cleveland, OH native had dropped out of junior college when he enrolled in the Lundeberg School's trainee Class 187 in 1975. He had worked on several vessels, including the Delta Queen, before being accepted to study at Piney Point. "1 wanted to learn as much as 1 could, as quickly as I could," he recalled. Instructors' notes from his days as a trainee included re­ marks like "ambitious" and "hard working." Upon graduation as a trainee, Gravelek said, "If it were not for the SIU, I would be alone on the wet lonely streets." Within two years, Gravelek up­ graded with AB and FOWT en­ dorsements and had obtained his union "A" book. During this time he continued to pursue a college education. He used the training he had received at Pjney Point, in­ cluding celestial navigation in 1981, and the school's correspondence program, to obtain one of the first Associate in Arts in nautical sci­ -if*! & MSCPAC unlicensed mariners, awaiting reassignment in Oakland last month when the Northern California earthquake struck, help clean the command headquarters. Unlicensed mariners working for MSCPAC are members of the SIU. ence degrees from Charles County Community College in Maryland. In 1982, Gravelek applied for and won a two-year Seafarers Scholarship. He used the funds to get a Bachelor of Arts in urban studies from Cleveland State Uni­ versity in 1984. All during this time he was sail­ ing and upgrading: LNG in 1979, Quartermaster in 1984, and Master Mate - Freight Towing and Sealift Maintenance and Operations in 1985. He also became a member of District 2 MEBA. In the fall of 1986, Gravelek attended Plymouth Polytechnic, a higher education institution in En­ gland. Through the school's De­ partment of Shipping and Trans­ port courses, he learned more about port management, towage, sal­ vage and offshore operations. Gravelek expects to graduate from his current masters program at Cleveland State by spring 1990. He has applied to work On his Ph.D. at the National University of Singapore. Gravelek believes he owes the SIU for all the opportunities the union has provided him. He hopes to repay the union through the research he has conducted and his recommendations for maritime disaster prevention. 1^7 m 'J' ''M- USNS Diehl Qm Gives Tom of Ship Residents of the village of Whittier, AK got a good view of their first Military Sealift Command oiler thanks to four members of the SIU. Bosun/Mate Arthur Luellen, AB's John Fahey and Michael Hayes and OS Kevin Stewart as­ sisted in giving tours aboard the USNS Walter S. Diehl to WhitT tier's grade-school students, local officials and most of the town's 300 residents. The Diehl spent six days in Whittier to take on fuel while par­ ticipating in the exercise PACEX 89. The crew of the 180,000-barrel ship showed their appreciation for the village's hospitality by hosting a chili cookout the final night the vessel was in town. Whittier is located at the west­ ern end of Prince William Sound between two glaciers. The only access to the village is by sea­ plane, ship or train through a ninemile tunnel. The port is ice-free year round. Much of the talk with the; cr^w concerned the Exxon Valdez oil spill. Although Whittier was not directly affected by the March disaster, the residents talked can­ didly about the accident as the community's primary industries are fishing and tourism. The only trouble that occurred during the stay was when a black bear wandered through Whittier one evening blocking the path of a crewmember trying to visit town. The crewmember waited for the bear to move before he continued on his journey. BALL James Gravelek adds to his research on the effects of pollution to the maritime environment in a recent Oil Spill Prevention and Emergency Containment and Clean-up course at Piney Point. 'i Chief Mate Bob Wiley (left) and SIU crewmembers gave tours to Whittier area residents of the USNS Diehl while the ship was docked at the western end of the Prince William Sound. •;" M- • • S- /f; �SaFMEKSm W-:M tSj; ife -'«!; • ••- < •:- •^.; , • i •-: . v.', • I-,.. . •:' ' MiSM " , •i:i' 'B :ii •l-v 'fl- Pr W' ' ft.• V m§§im. i%.. ;r;ft-ft.;:.. 'r .'•••v:; More than 150,000 people attended the Housing Now demonstration in Washington, DC l^t month (photo left). Above, pictured in front of the Capitol building are SIU members (front r^, left to right) Richard McTernan, Kenneth Spruill Jr., Sidney Stratos II, Jeffrey Peterson, Thomas Cyrus, Anthony Tine, Rodney Norris, Nicholas Marcantonio, (back row, left to right) Michael DiAngelo, W. Moody, Wendell Price Jr., Mark Moran, Brien Collins, Marvyn Chester and Mark Drinkard. banners with their union's insig­ While 150,000 people marched nia, participated in the demon­ in Washington, DC demanding an stration. SIU member Bob Morard end to homelessness and creation said, "It's pretty good being here. of affordable housing, SIU mem­ I was at the rally last month for bers assisted rally organizers by the Eastern strikers. The SIU working with the many famous turned out there too." actors and musicians that joined SIU members not only attended the October 7 demonstration. When the rally, but played a key role asked how he felt to be part of the serving as marshals. Dominic Ray, event, SIU member Keith Hall an SIU member, said, "It's a real said, "I'm proud because it's for opportunity to be here today. You a real good cause." don't get many chances to help The rally, organized by a broad people out, especially when they coalition of more than 200 orga­ really need it." nizations, including the AFL-CIO, SIU member Michael Sardpnne brought together individuals from told the LOG he was glad to play all walks of life. a role in the rally. "I'll be shipping Jack Joyce, president of the In­ out in a couple days, my first ship. ternational Union of Bricklayers This is just icing on the cake," he and Allied Craftsmen, an AFLsaid. CIO affiliate, speaking to the crowd of thousands, said decent housing has become unaffordable "for working people and the working poor. America is in danger of not being America anymore." Joyce heads the AFL-CIO housing com­ mittee and acted as the federation of international and national union's liaison to the Housing Now march. Thousands of trade unionists, wearing caps, jackets and carrying Top photo, Katy Sagal, who plays "Peggy Bundy" on the TV show "Married with Children," autographs upgrader Brent Lainnier's SIU hat. Directly above, Thomas Guffey is pictured with actress Heather Locklear. |;f "'T :|,P,:;V 1i" :' •- Lou Gossett Jr. (center) is flanked by SIU members Dave Coleman (left), Jerry Woods, Charles SpradUn and Brien Collins. Above, Stoney Jackson with Lundeberg School safety department representative Joan Westmoreland. SIU members Sean McCh^ky (left) aitd C. Perez are pictured in front of the rally's stage area. �!S5W< 7989 •1 .»e* OA»„ »/ r;;y> •'n,., -^-; •».-r ; %n-',,>.is Jiy-rt'U A.4J- •.. . .- -•<;-•••• n Twelve Bosuns Complete Intensive Recertification Course :',?,;iva' • :<."-L:A\- • /,.' 'b-- ,'W r^.s'' ^ .•• ^V.-Aniv, Twelve SIU men obtained seniority with the SIU. Take recertified bosun status upon advantage of Piney Point fa­ graduating earlier this month cilities. And learn to work as from an intensive six week a team — the SIU, seamen course at the union's Harry and industry. American sea­ Lundeberg School of Sea­ men are the best. Welcome manship. aboard." Bosun John Noble de­ Jessie Thomas said he scribed the course: "The would do his part to spread hands-on training has up­ the word about the union's graded our skills in oil spill training schedule. "I'll tell prevention or containment, my fellow crewmembers to first aid, CPR, fire fighting, get back here and do their crane and fork truck opera­ part to upgrade." tions. Classroom work hais Garry Walker summarized increased our knowledge in for all the bosuns. "This is damage control, underway an opportunity for me to replenishment and helo (hel­ thank everyone — those of icopter) operations." you at the school, the union When asked what course officials, the members . . ." he found the most helpful. Tony Zizzo emphasized the Bosun Raul Iglesias an­ importance of getting to know swered, "I don't really know each other— members, staff, which was the best because officials — and working to­ all were very interesting. I gether. "Maybe we'll get a liked the classes so much, I Graduating on November 6 from the union's bosun recertification class are: (third row, left baseball team out of the wanted more time for each to right) Jessie Thomas, Calvin M. Miles Sr., Peter M. Glennon, Garry D. Walker, Robert deal," he said. In response, one, especially the crane op­ Studverud (second row, left to right) Michael Johnson, Tim Koebel, Anthony Zizzo, (front the audience clapped with erations," he said. approval. row, left to right) Marc Galliano, John Rountree, John Noble and Raul R. Iglesias Sr. "Also, first aid, CPR and After the graduation cerfire fighting courses were very helpful because for the enthusiastic manner in which they shared emony, some of the instructors gave their at sea we never know when we will be in a their knowledge. "The staff should be thanked thoughts on the group of twelve. Oil spill pre­ situation that will demand our skills and ad­ for putting up with us," quipped John Rountree vention and emergency clean up instructor Jim vanced training," said Iglesias. who also mentioned the high quality of the Shaffer said, "They were extremely._attentive school's facilities. and seemed to take a great interest in the anti­ During the graduation ceremony, which took pollution nature of the course." Harry Alongi, place as part of the union's Piney Point mem­ Looking directly at the trainees attending the one of the sealift course instructors added, bership meeting, Peter Glennon tanked those membership meeting, graduating bosun Robert "They were extremely receptive and well de­ on the school's staff for all their help. Michael Studverud said, "For all you trainees, this is serving of their recertification." Johnson said he had sailed for 23 years of sailing where it's at. If you want to be a captain . . with the SIU before coming to the Lundeberg whatever you want to be, you can get there The union's bosun recertification program School, but he was ready to come back. through this union and this school." began in 1972. To date the union's school has Timothy Koebel said he was impressed with John Noble also had a brief statement for the graduated 718 bosuns from the program that is the efforts of the union on behalf of the mem­ trainees: "Seafaring is a rewarding profession. designed to increase familiarity with shipboard bership and he thanked the school's teachers So study, ship out and upgrade. Earn your technology. _ ... •.•'-'i'-: '• riL-QS# ' ' " «C>- ', .J:; : •.r' .-r ' v"' • '- ^' , • /A • '-TJ. What the Bosuns Are Saying '•A Mark Galliano John Rountree "I'm glad to have had the chance to be in the bosun recertification program. I've learned some thjngs that w'll help me perform my job better. I would encourage anyone who has a chance to upgrade to come to the school and do so. If they want to learn, they can learn here." "When you think you know everything, it's time to go back to Piney Point. They'll prove you don't." "The bosun recertification pro­ gram gives us the opportunity to meet and compare information with seamen of equal interest and to work together as a team on new maritime concepts that will be beneficial to the industry, brother seamen and the union." Anthony L. Zizzo V"-- Robert Studverud "This school makes it possible to go as far as you want in the mar­ itime industry. I personally don't Raul Iglesias know any other union that has this much to offer its members. If you "The union has advanced tremen­ have the desire and persistence dously since I joined in 1947. For it's all right here for you to take." example, in those days, we relied on self-study for upgrading. We didn't have a school at that time. Garry Walker Being my first time at Piney Point, I was surprised to see how well "I would like to' thank the union things are going here with all the for this opportunity (to upgrade), training and different courses we but most of all I want to thank the have here." old timers who took the time and patience to teach me all I needed John Noble to know to do the job." "We are lucky to have a union that thinks enough of its members to build a place like this, for our benefit. It's up to you (the mem­ ber) to use it." mf'p' :Sf?The bosuns' course schedule included classroom learning and hands-on training. In the top photo, bosuns study communication skills with instructor Sandy White (left). Below, the group prepares for an oil spill simulatimi exercise. '•! . • �n~ i-i- iih :^r.. |2Vp'ltSSsf ^ : :;:;iSSg|^gp;.g:si0 • -- J ' i/'-. Inquiring Seafarer I If. ^ r: •>>,•-" •ft :.')fC y\-. : rv.':•• / :• • >•?: &'• v' |V It a ^7.:V* • • •- .4 •f •A t Question: What was your, first trip like? (Asked of SIU members at the union hall in Philadelphia.) Jim Sanders, Bosun—My first ship was the Overseas Joyce in 1968. It was going back and forth in the Mediterranean. I'd been in the Navy before that for 12 years so it wasn't any­ thing new to me. It's just that I'd wised up. There is more money sailing on merchant ships than there is in the Navy. Charles Collins, Wiper—I started sailing in De­ cember of 1960 out of Philadel­ phia. Then there was this school program in New York, that's what got me started. My first ship was Cap­ tain English's ship, a T-2 tanker. I was on the ship from Staten Island, NY to Galveston, TX to a shipyard for repairs, which I didn't understand at the time. I came back to New York and the school. Then within three days, the union flew me out to a tanker and I made the rounds, almost around the world. Joseph Mosakowski, AB—I think it was 1951, it could have been 1952. I can't remem­ ber exactly but it was in May on a tanker. All I can remember is getting sick and throwing up. I said if the ship ever got back in I was going to quit, but I didn't. I went out on another trip and wound up staying for 33 years. The only thing that happened on the first trip was that I never felt like that in my life. Seasickness is really bad. You feel like you're dying. I can't remember the name of the ship, but I'll re­ member it when I get home. J,; ",> '-r Joseph Power, Captain—^I came into the union in 1957 and worked as a deckhand up until 1972. Then I got my mate's license through the union's school and later my captaim^ilot license the same way. The first year I worked mostly in the har­ bor, but the second or third year I took a trip down to James River, Morehead City to bring back a dead Liberty ship. We had a hell of a storm with winds 80-85 miles an hour off of Cape Hatteras. We lost the ship, then we lost radio contact and radar on one of our tugboats. We drifted out there for about 12 to 13 hours. The captain decided to go back to Morehead City to tell the Coast Guard we had lost the Liberty ship. Another tug went later and brought the ship in. 'i' • /•'.V •'< - SlAfUim £06 'iv:' 'r.V Rowland (Snake) WilUams, Shop Steward—In 1944, when I was 16,1 went to the Maritime School at Sheep's Head Bay. I spent three months there and then in December of '44 they shipped me out of the mari­ time school to the SIU hall which was then at 51 Stanton Street, I believe. I went down there at 8:00 at night and they gave me a firemen's job on the Richard Bassett, a Liberty ship. I went aboard at midnight and at 4:00 a.m. we sailed out of the New York harbor to finish load­ ing in Philadelphia. From there we proceeded to Rotterdam and they were still shooting the buzz bombs over that area. Billy McCorkie, Trailer Inspec­ tor—I came around in 1975 and my first ship was an old T-2 converted tanker, the Rockford Island. It's probably in the graveyard by now. I hope it is. I was on a coastwise trip and it was a great experience for me because I always wanted to travel. I started seeing places, going through the Panama Canal, which is a wonder of the world. On my first trip the plant used to break down in the middle of the ocean. The ship had terrific engi­ neers at the time and they would always get it going. George Tanner, Deckhand—^My first trip was April of 1981 on the Peggy S. for Steuait Trans­ portation. It was a coastwise trip and it was an experience. I en­ joyed it. I liked working on the water. It was something I had never done before. I was a deck­ hand. The first trip we ran into a little rough weather. I did get seasick. I liked the food on­ board. It was good. Bob Oppel, QMED—What really stands out in my mind from my first trip is the Phil­ ippine Islands. We visited one port in the Philippines and one in Vietnam. Then we went back to Panama and to Savannah, GA where the ship was laid up. This was in June of 1968 on a Water­ man ship. Genearo Angelo DeCola, Lasher— My first job was in 1941 on a Panamanian-flag ship as a messman. I made the one trip, then I got off. I was the only American and I was the only one that could speak English. Sea Story Once I sailed on a voyage in the early part of World War II that would put any fiction sea story to shame. With a cargo of Russian planes and tanks for Kirmshaw, Iran, while at anchor in Norfolk, VA and waiting to join a convoy, our steering gear was sabotaged and we dropped our anchor to avoid ramming an ammunition ship ... To name some of our un­ usual events: men disap­ peared, drinkihg water was shut off, food vanished. We slept with one eye open. Being the engine room del­ egate prompted me to meet with our ship's captain, as these events were beyond our comprehension. In turn, he told me his life had been threatened. I assured him 100 percent cooperation and we had a super crew that would never fail his command. Our first day in Iran was very disappointing. A foreign youth working in our cargo hold, after stealing a handful of food, was removed from our ship crying. He was executed under direction of a Russian officer. At times I imag­ ined hearing the youth crying. We had a stop over near Sidon, Lebanon. Sidon, at that time, was out of bounds for Americans, but four of us young brave ones de­ cided we would have a day of fun in Sidon. While enjoying ourselves at a carnival, we were apprehended by the local police chief. We knew that once in their jail or stockade, our goose would be cooked. Knowing Arabs cannot bear pornography or partial nudity, I whispered to my friend, who al­ ways carried an American pin-up girl in his pocket, "Show the chief a picture of your sister!" While the chief was spitting and choking we escaped in a John Boat Editor's Note: Brother Pete Salvo, a retired SIU member living in McKeesport, Pennsylvania wrote this "sea story" for the Seafarers LOG. Brother Salvo would like to hear from his shipmates. His ad­ dress and phone are: 800 Fawcett Avenue; McKeesport, Pennsyl­ vania 15132; (412) 672-4607. by Peter Salvo, SIU Retiree to sea. After all night paddling and bailing water with a tin can, at day­ break we boarded a freighter. The officer of the day said we were the first hitchhikers ever seen in the Suez Canal Zone. Before separating, we came to the conclusion Betty Grable saved us . . . (When). . . leaving for the States our only food was C-rations and black coffee. After an Atlantic storm our ship became disabled and our slow speed was a threat to our convoy. With a German wolf pack near us, ° we were left behind as bait to save the convoy. Our ship was breaking up from Stem to stem and the captain said, "We are going to capsize or break in two." Thinking that our luck had run out, I told my. shipmate and friend who had shared my fo'c'sle for the last six months, "I'll see you in 'Davy Jones's locker.'" He just smiled. His name was Marty Breithoff and he was the late Tampa, FL port agent and one of our greatest seamen ever to sail on an SIU ship. By an act of God, we made it to Philadelphia with no food, life­ boats or rafts. Also, the davits were missing. Our ship was boarded by an army of FBI agents trying to find a logical explanation for the mys­ terious events of this voyage. I had never believed in ghosts until I sailed aboard the Liberty Ship SS Aedanus Burke. Any brothers still with us who are not real busy telling the grandkids about the ghost ship, I would appreciate hearing from you. HELP 5PAD HELP YOUContribute Today �h'. ;/••:; •<-•1 V' NOVEMBER, 1989 13 :• •-'•n-V~':y:^ri^i''^:S>1'!---'y Breaux Bill Would ixdude Blaritlme ham Trade Talks Legislation urging the exclusion of maritime services from the world's trade talks was introduced last month by John Breaux, the Democratic Senator from Louisi­ ana. Twenty-four Senate cosponsors added their names to the bill. Similar legislation in the House, at last count had 130 cosponsors. Despite the congressional ac­ tions and the advise of the mari­ time community, on October 24 the administration's trade repre­ sentatives submitted a preliminary negotiating paper that included maritime services to the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) council. A united maritime industry and labor coalition, representing more than 200 organizations, including the SIU, continues to press the administration to keep maritime off the negotiating table. The mar­ itime community has pointed out that shipping issues are the same as our national defense agenda and therefore should not be included as a bargaining item in trade talks. GATT negotiations are sched­ uled to begin next year. GATT is aimultilateral treaty that regulates many aspects of international trade. It first came into existence in 1948, and has been periodically updated through negotiations among sig­ natory nations. The present round of talks, in which 94 nations par­ ticipate, began in Uruguay in 1986. SIU Official Helps Filipino's Organize The SIU shore gang at Elizabeth, NJ takes a break after loading salvaged nautical equipment into a truck headed for the Harry Lundeberg School. From the left are (front row) Bosun Tony Leo, Jose CabaUero, Cyril Spence, Al Vadil, Ed Slinzak, (rear) Pat Levin, Don Wagner, Archie Ware, Almodovar and Joe Vazquez. •-I.:--:® to The newly organized Pilipino-Americans for Political Action (PAPA) of Jersey City, NJ thank SIU official Edward Pnlver for his help in organizing the 350-member group. Pulver has provided PAPA with office space in the SIU Jersey City hall. The group will work closely with the Hudson County Central Labor Council, of which Pulver is president. .The officers of PAPA shown with Pulver (center) are (from left) Lorenzo Quiambao, secretary; Virginia Quiambao, president; Fely T. deCastro, treasurer; and Armand deCastro, vice president. October LOG Caption Corrected -M KJfc The October edition of the Seafarers LOG erroneously identified the individual with SIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco on page 6. Pictured above are Sacco (left) and Rear Admiral Tom Patterson. The admiral, who serves as head of the SS Jeremiah O'Brien memorial and museum, is presenting Sacco with a photograph of the Liberty ship during a gathering of WWII merchant mariners last September. When SIU bosun Tony Leo was told to clear working space at the Puerto Rico Marine docks in Port Elizabeth, NJ, his first thought was to call the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship to see if anyone was interested, LeOi who works with the PRMMI shore gang, was not, au­ thorized to hire anyone to haul the items away. Several ships recently jfiad been ^^rapped ^d; the sal-y v^ed equipment was taking up the needed work areas. Also there was additional expendable equip­ ment stored in five containers. School staffers Bill Foley and Russ Levin drove a pickup truck to the docks but did not expect what was offered. They loaded what they could into the truck and returned with about $5000 worth of electronic equipment and $10,000 worth of marine equipment. Some of the "trash" included .f. brand new firefighting equipment, a new eight-man fully equipped life raft, tugboat bumpers, anten­ nas, a brand new LORAN receiver and ship-to-shore phones. Leo provided an invaluable union. \ k. : Bill Eglinton, director of voca­ tional education, said he ^eatly appreciates Leo remembering the , school and the shore gang's help in loading the gear. ^ "This was a tremendous find for. the school," Eglinton said. "These guys provided an invaluable serv­ ice to the union." • , - '-(i- if. Sellman: 'The Spirit Crew Was Terrific' Continued from page 3 Peterson: Did the average man on the street know that your union, the Seafarers and the AFL-CIO have been supporting them finan­ cially all these years? Sellman: Not necessarily the man on the street, but the officials that were at this media event. . . . The old captain made me stay up there 30, 45 minutes, you know. All 1 wanted to do was get out. I'm a sailor, not a public speaker. 1 told the chief mate, 'Listen, 1 feel a lot better with a chip 'n hammer and a paintbrush.' They answered the door three times while 1 was talk­ ing because my knees were knock­ ing so loud, they thought some­ body wanted in. Peterson: Overall, though, you had a good time? Sellman: 1 really enjoyed the trip. The whole crew of 14 did. I'll give you one instance. We had just gotten in, and three of us were uptown. We couldn't get a cab and we were having trouble with the phones and stuff, and so 1 said 'Hey, the ship is down that way. let's just get a bus.' And we walked over to a bus stop . . . and we stood there about two minutes and a car came whizzing by, stopped, backed up and the guy rolls his window down and starts talking in Polish. We just stood there. Another guy walked over to the car, talked to the driver and said the driver recognized us as the Americans off of the Spirit of Texas, and said if we wanted he'd give us a ride back to the ship. So we get in and he brought us to the gate, then we'd try to give him money, see. Oh no, nothing, noth­ ing. He just kept saying 'Spirit of Texas, Spirit of Texas.' That was our first encounter with a local. Our crew conducted themselves admirably, they didn't have one incident of any kind the whole time we were there. Peterson: That's terrific. Sellman: Oh boy, you're telling me . . . for a bunch of sailors? But 1 think it was because everyone treated them so well from the outset that the guys didn't want to mess up. M •et m »:' • ; [Vj'' /•" ' '''y • •'"i ' yjyf 'trf: # i,?i! .-t y'-'M: .'''y-4' ••J �sc.i«!lijv'iif:;;i •^•->v--.,:;::3;^-?.f:||P ..^ <J/-;v ^ M ; v'-.-'^.X-.'^yi'. ~ ^.i^^!--4.^:;V»^-.--,,.-i*;^-^^^ J: SEAfARCK LOG ty l;. Maritime Unions Urge Application of US. Labor Laws to Ships of Runaway Rogistrios -it •;;.- "!•/ ••.• mm:c •! 'i'.' i ' • ]4 1 (! I ' : • .' •" • I'J' . '-'"v '•%' •• T'-.ir: V • • •>,?'.-• '.•• "•. • V Citing the failure of runaway registries to improve working con­ ditions of seamen employed aboard their vessels over the past three decades, the SIU urged Congress to adopt legislation designed to extend American labor laws to foreign-flag ships. "Many runaway-flag ship own­ ers have continued to reduce standards, encouraged the use of conscription-like practices, hid­ den behind unscrupulous manning agencies and allowed thousands of seamen to work under condi­ tions similar to those known at the turn of the century," said the SIU in comments submitted this month to the House Subcommittee on Labor-Management Relations, the group currently considering the legislation. The bill, if passed by the House and Senate and signed by the pres­ ident, would apply federal labor laws to American-owned foreignflag vessels engaged in cargo transport, production and proc­ essing ships that distribute goods and services to the U.S. market and cruise lines operating in and out of domestic ports. The SIU's testimony brought to the attention of Congress boastful statements made in 1972 by run­ away-flag shipping advocate Er- ling Naess. "... in return for freedom from bureaucratic con­ trols and oppressive taxation, the Free Flags should lead the world in the achievement of maximum well-being for those whose lone­ some occupation is to man the ships ..." Naess said in his book The Great PanLibHon Contro­ versy. Naess, seeking to avoid contin­ ued warfare with American mari­ time unions and their international organization, the International Transport Workers Federation (ITF), also said, "The safest shield against future storms is the main­ tenance of standards of welfare, wages and safety at least as high as those of the traditional maritime nations." The SIU pointed out that run­ away-flag ship operators have had more than 25 years to bring up standards since the 1%3 U.S. Su­ preme Court decision barred American unions from organizing seafarers working aboard U.S.owned foreign-flag vessels. "Runaway registries continue to increase the profits of those who seek to duck American taxes, safety regulations and working standards, and continue to give an unfair operating advantage over shipping companies that subscribe to decent conditions," the SIU said. "Runaway registries have not provided seamen with a standard of living equal to those of tradi- 'Runaway registries continue to increase the profits of those who duck American taxes and safety laws' tional maritime countries, nor have they advanced or improved the lot of underprivileged workers. Ad­ ditionally, all indications demon­ strate the runaway flag fleet would not be available to serve this coun­ try's interests in time of national emergency or war," concluded the SIU. The legislation, introduced in Congress on September 18, 1989 by Representative William Clay (D-MO) along with 30 cosponsors, would reverse the 1%3 Supreme Court decision. The House Subcommittee on Labor Management Relations held Court Rules Vacation Benefits Con Be Garnished The trustees of the Seafarers Vacation Plan have advised SIU members that vacation benefits will be garnished if a legal notice and request is received. In the past, federal law prohib­ ited the garnishment or attach­ ment of benefits paid by the Sea­ farers Vacation Plan. However, a Supreme Court ruling has re­ versed that policy. Now, the Seafarers Vacation Plan must honor any legally exe­ I. ..;'••!• ft '•"" ' '••» V-. • -v |•.tfv':v/^>• '••H' •• cuted garnishment, attachment, lien or other deduction mandated by the courts. Once the Vacation Plan is served with the legal documents ordering the garnishment, the participant will be notified and the trust fund will comply immediately and with­ hold the amount owed from the participant's next vacation benefit check. The collected funds will be forwarded to the individual or agency filing the lien. .'-• .-> . - . [fr-V'V NY Union Hall Becomes A TV Star The Vacation Plan will hold the garnishment request for 15 months. If the plan participant does not become eligible for benefits during that time, the attachment will be returned to the agency or individ­ ual that filed the lien. Garnishment requests of the United States Internal Revenue Service will be kept on record until the agency provides the Vacation Plan with notification that the debt has been retired. In the case of IRS requested attachments, there is no limit to the time period. hearings on the bill October 25. While the bill is backed by pro­ ponents of a strong U.S.-flag mer­ chant marine and seamen's rights organizations, its opponents in­ clude the U.S.-based cruise in­ dustry; the Federation of Ameri­ can Controlled Shipping — a group that promotes runaway-flag regis­ tries — and the Council of Euro­ pean and Japanese National Ship­ owners' Associations. Lundeberg School Cited OS Model Training Facility The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship was listed as one of several outstanding fa­ cilities where the union works with its contracted companies to better educate its membership. Tony Sarmiento, assistant di­ rector of the AFL-CIO Human Resources Development Institute (HRDI), was addressing the Co­ lumbus (OH) Area Labor Man- , agement Committee in September when he said the Lundebeig School has been pioneering vocational training techniques for more than 25 years. "In fact, their program is so comprehensive that any member of the Seafarers Union can ob­ tain" any education or training desired to upgrade their skills, Sarmiento said. "All this is pos­ sible under the joint eflfort of the Seafarers Union and their em­ ployers." been in the business of education since the turn of the century. He recalled that unions have provided English classes to immigrants just moving to America and conducted apprenticeship programs estab­ lished by the building and con­ struction trades councils. HRDI is the employment train­ ing wing of the AFL-CIO. Its staff is made up of union members from across the country who provide job training to laid off and dis­ placed workers. Overseas Alice Crow Members Commended by U.S. Navy . • f-'ir If the scenes of a union hail in the recent television ads celebrating the bicentennial of the BUI of Rights look familiar, it could be that the fictitious Local 819 actuaUy is the Seafarers' facility in Brooklyn, NY. The production crew took the better part of a day to produce the scenes which are part of the freedom speech and assemUy commercials. J"'- V--.'' The commander of the U.S. Navy 7th Fleet praised the crew of the Overseas Alice for its part during a recent refueling-at-sea exercise. SIU Ship's Chairman Steve Copeland reported the team work of all hands contributed to the mission's success. "Congratulations on a job well done," begins the October 22 telex fiom Vice Admiral Henry H. Mauz Jr. and received by Master Charles Laine on behalf of Maritime Over­ seas, the owners of the vessel. The Navy commander paid trib­ ute to the crew's ability to "adopt to change at short notice" during the 28-day operation, which took place off the coast of Japan and resulted in eight successful rer fueling operations. Pat Costigliano, labor relations manager for Maritime Overseas, said the crew worked many long hours, some of them at night and in bad weather. Despite the gruel­ ing circumstances, the vessel's captain reported no time lost, no injuries and no gear broken. Copeland said crewmembers did a great job during difficult times and SIU Ship Secretary C. Loper Jr. thanked the crew, during a shipboard union meeting, for "making the job of the steward department easier during the ex­ ercises by being prompt for meals." Crewmembers said the meals of Chief Cook J.L. Lawrence were exceUent despite the hectic sched­ ule. �NOVEMBCRg 1989 Letters to the Editor '11^ Hn Mm" WkHmr MMfs b Ttmk with Sk^miies went to Piney Point, I wanted to go home so bad. But thanks to God and you all for your support, I didn't step back and I kept going for it. . . SIU is the best. And I am very proud in serving for the union. I love the union, the people and I am going to try my best in sticking with the union. . . Maribel Cruz St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands SIpfMiy fli To the Editor: ... the LOG means so much to me, to read the various articles and obviously keeping up with memories of my sailing career. I have asked to be remembered to all, as I had been a long remem­ bered seafarer of the early 1940s. Thank you, God bless you from a 68 years young Van Whitney. Van Whitney St. Petersburg, Florida To the Editor: I read the (President's) report in July's LOG. This type of infor­ mation is seldom found in other publications. It made me abso­ lutely furious to find out that a $400,(X)0 contract was awarded to Germans. (U.S. Postal Service contract awarded to Hapag-Lloyd to carry mail between the United States and the Soviet Union.) I wrote a letter to the editor of the local newspaper about it. I think that especially in the crisis situation, or during a difficult period of time, every union mem­ ber or union supporter should make themselves heard. Write your con­ gressman, write the editor of the local newspaper. . . .Do some­ thing, however small an individual contribution might seem, because the ocean consists of millions of drops of water ... Editor's Note: The letter printed above was originally received by staff members of the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship. It was forwarded to the LOG for publication. TMGOS Mnr IKiif Safe To the Editor: My name is Mike Borders. I have been riding TAGOS ships for the last three years. I am writing this letter in regards to the new company and the pay raise we have gotten. There has been alot of arguing over the past five years about the pay scale that was in effect during the time Sea Mobility had the contract. There have been a lot of dedi­ cated men and women riding these ships, doing a very good job and hanging in there with the SIU and Sea Mobility praying for a raise. Well the time has come for a great big thank you to all union reps who helped to get us a raise on TAGOS ships. We thought you'd forgotten about us. I, Mike Borders, on behalf of all the crewmembers on TAGOS ships say "Thank you" and maybe things will be easier on TAGOS ships now than they were in the last five years! Mike Borders Norfolk, Virginia Larisa Ellis Fort Worth, Texas Editor's Note: SIU President Mi­ chael Sacco forwarded this letter to the LOG. IliyWiii btf Gmr Van Whitney (left), book number W-11, is pictured above in a photo taken in 1952 aboard the SS Seatrain. Known as **Van the Man," Brother Whitney sailed in the en­ gine department. Whr SwM $w|6f hr WWU To the Editor: A recent Congressional Act that gave $20,000 to JapaneseAmericans who were interned in camps during World War II prompted me to contact Congress­ man Joseph Gaydos and Pennsyl­ vania state senator Emil Mrkonic. T inquired about legislation to provide a federal and state bonus for the 27,000 surviving merchant marine vets of World War II. I also suggested that the widows and children that suffered poverty and who were not protected by the GI Bill be included. I have given our lawmakers many copies of government documents as proof of the injustice done to American seamen. The only proof some critics have is from John Wayne movies. Being a combat merchant seaman all of WWII, I found real life a lot different. Peter Salvo McKeesport, Pennsylvania Editor's Note: Congressman Jo­ seph Gaydos is a Democrat from Pennsylvania. Emi! Mrkonic is a member of the Pennsylvania state legislature. Mrkonic's response to Brother Salvo said: "...With the approval of certain benefits from the V.A. for honorably discharged members of the merchant marine, legislation to provide a state serv­ ice bonus is being considered..." To the Editor: We, the crewmembers on the MV Ptesident Arthur, would like to extend our very special thanks and give a vote of confidence to Chief Steward Nancy Heyden, Chief Cook Simon Shargabian and GSU Andy Magbaleta for the professional and efficient manner in which they perform their work and keep this crew happy, fat and sassy. Their efforts in going out of their way to prepare "culinary de­ lights" do not go unnoticed and are appreciated by all. SUP Deck Department Eddie Blackburn, Delegate Editor's Note: The above letter to the editor originally appeared in the West Coast Sailors, the monthly publication of the Sailors Union of the Pacific. wm sm Mario Figueroa Bronx, New York Ukes 106's Nm hnml Ptbs9 Stifs Ksk flto Jwtiipki§ To the Editor: Fishing has been good outside the Golden Gate Bridge. I caught 10 salmon from 10 pounds to 34 pounds and 90 rockhsh from the Bodega Bay. I wish to say hello to all my old shipmates and I hope everyone has a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Reino J. Pelaso Vallejo, California Cm b^Eifigig finf SMp, to fnirfirtirni Sdml To the Editor: . . . I am . . . working hard on my first ship. I like it. I like meet­ ing people and I love having new friends and travelling all over the world. I feel that the best thing I ever did to myself is join the SIU. I love the union. . . I want to thank (the Harry Lundeberg School staff) for the way that you treated me. . . In those two months of training I realized that you all are my second family. I can feel it in my veins that I will always be there for the union and that the union will always be there for me. The feeling I feel for the union is very strong. At the beginning, when I first -rv" - To the Editm-: To begin, I should say "Thank you for having me on the mailing list of the most valuable paper in the U.S.A." which I am very proud to read every month. It makes me feel young again and my mind and soul goes back to those . . . years onboard SIU ships— 1942 to 1952, Alcoa Ship­ ping Company, the old Bull Line Company, Robin Line, Seatrain and others. My first ship was the Alcoa Sweed at San Juan, PR—4/27/42 to 5/27/42. She was sunk on 5/28/ 42 off the coast of St. Thomas a day after I was discharged because of a stab in the chest by a drunken sailor and I had to be taken to a hospital. Thanks to that sailor, I'm still alive to tell the story . . . Thank God for that brawl, the ship was loaded with scrap iron and took no time to go down. . . .1got... my Honorable Dis­ charge from the U.S. Coast Guard and United States Merchant Ma­ rine Certificate of Service plus a one inch silver eagle with the im­ print U.S. merchant marine . . . (and) a pension of $39.00 per month (from the government), just enough for peanut butter and potato chips. I'm very proud of everything but the pension—it is a shame to say that a WWII merchant marine vet­ eran is getting a $39.00 per month (pension) ... I read in the July 1989 LOG about brother Daniel Palmerone's increasing pension and retroactive and it is beautiful. I wish him good health and plenty of time to enjoy it all . . . Thanks SIU and God bless you all. Brother Pelaso, book number P-8, dwwn above wito his fidung boanty. " To the Editor: I enjoy each copy of this fine paper. I like to find its stands where organized labor is con­ cerned. My husband was a mem­ ber of NMU until his death. Your new format is great, too. And President Sacco is a fine leader. :."v-; ' f 'V if-' ' . .iv-'/jgv' ' C.M. Alread Kenbridge, Virginia Uhtaerl life fiveif MffMf CoASifipiis To the Editor: In reference to an article on whales in the September 1989 is­ sue of the LOG ... with due respect for the knowledge of the marine life experts contacted by the LOG, I am especially dis­ turbed by the statement by the marine biologist who claims he'd never heard of a whale being run over in the middle of the ocean. I'm certain that if seamen were consulted there would be many such incidents reported. Cmitiniud om page 25 I - K- •J ' •- • ' '• '• • , V ' ^ -1 �•uli fe-^: a .i-- '• SEAFAROtS LOG 16 ty i; Crewmembers sailing on the Crowley CCT Ambassador report there is plenty of work aboard the roll on/roll off vessel. I :1f{. i Last month, SIU members on­ board the diesel powered Ambas­ sador took the photos seen on this .t I page during a brief stop in its home port of Port Everglades, FL. The vessel averages two roundtrip voyages a month to South America from Florida. Among the countries the Ambassador visits routinely are Panama, Columbiu^ Ecuador and Peru. •'i^f .i-r«' •. -I'"'' •• i''., • A-t i: • ' WA AB Raymond Steele (left) and Chief Electrician Michael Frizzell discuss articles from the Seafarers LOG while taking a break in the crew's lounge. ' ®'Y'". •, If' 't'•M-- -(/:,• iff-, S; • L D/B^tdn pr^fK^ for lunch after tmmpleting ffidr asBignnmhts ii]^ arrival in Everglades, FL. on tAe vessel. Tuimer h^ be«n a regular on the r j .%! - • .,. .w rf'iWktiiAfeiiiif Union Members Missing Mail Should Contact Headquarters To ensure delivery of the Seafarers LOG each month and receipt of W-2 forms. Seafarers Welfare Plan bulletins and other communications from the SIU's headquarters, members should provide the national office with an up-to-date home address. The home address is considered by SIU headquarters to be a member's permanent residence. around ffie:-Aiiriil^B^s^(tt'r before the vi»sei sets sail. The couple spent a few days in the Fdrt Lauderdale area before the bosun had to report to his new assignment, This was Mrs. Newnum's first visit on the Crowley vessel. Other Changes—^Notily HQ SIU members who have changed their names should also notify headquarters. Individuals receiving duplicate copies of the LOG are asked to advise the union of this matter. If addresses or names are incorrectly noted on current mailings, contact headquarters. All of the above communication with the union's national office can be accomplished by filling out the form next to this article and mailing it to 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Maryland 20746, ATT: SIU Adress Correction Department. SIU members can also fill out change of address cards at any union hall. •••'y 'iy ' T' -T HOME ADDRESS OT'*" PLEASE PRINT Dale:. I I Tlili will be my pennanent addrem tor all official Union malllnga. I TMa addrasa alMxild ramain In tlia Union nia uniaaa olfwiwlea cfiangad by ma paiionally. V • Social Securily No. I I I I I Phone No. ( Your Full Name Siraei Book Number Apl. or Box # la-Y'.. ^ • YY' Chi^ Cook Jenr Gant (left) and Steward Baker Gilbert Murray serve grrat meab to the Ambassador crew, according to the ship's minutes. Other ?*-'•'' • I ] 11M m I aiy • Aclive SIU Member Please check one: • tNs is a change ol address • This Is a new request. I have never received the LOG at my home address I • I am receiving more than one copy ol the LOG ilf MY: > Area Code (Signed). Siale ZIP • SIU Pensioner ^ I I I I .J �Ken Conklin, SIU vice president, greets Spanish labor leader Fernando Velasco as he tours the SIU manpower facility in Piney Point, MD. From the left are Bill Eglinton, director of vocational education; Conklin; Velasco; Octavio AverhofT, translator; and Bart Rogers, manpower director. Trade Union Leader From Spain Looks to SlU's School for ideas Spanish labor leader Fernando Velasco would like to see unionists in his country create training facilities much like the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. "Everything is certainly very impressive," Velasco said after his recent day-long visit to the facility in Piney Point, MD. "It is exciting to see the accomplishments of American labor firsthand. Even though our lifestyles are cer­ tainly very different, the basic needs of our people are very similar." Velasco, an official with the General Work­ ers' Union (UGT) Federation for the province of Guipuzcoa, Spain, was visiting the United States as a guest of the Exchange Program of the American Institute for Free Labor Devel­ opment, AFL-CIO. Velasco noted that 50 percent of Spain's high unemployment rate is youth oriented. He said that his country lacks the training nec­ essary to develop skilled workers, so the jobs have been going to immigrants. "Our union has been very active in devel­ oping job training programs," he said. "We have had a difficult time of it though." When labor asked the Spanish government to help finance training facilities, the govern­ ment placed so many restrictions on the use of the funds that the union rejected the prop­ osition, Velasco said. Ray McKay, District 2 MEBA president, thanks the Baltimore Port Maritime CouncU for being honored at the council's recent dinner. Watching McKay address the audience are (left to right) SIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco, council R-esident Ron Dejuliis, council SecretaryTreasurer Robert Pomeriane who organized the event and Rita Sdiiff who assisted, U.S. Representative Helen Delich Bentiey (R-MD) and Maryland Governor Donald Schaefer. Congr^woman Bentley received a special tribute for her work on behalf of a strong U.S. merchant marine. Gov. Schaefer provided the evening's keynote address. \n • '• ) Dean Corgey, West Gulf PortsCouncil executive secretary (left), and Robert Kight, council president (right), present retired SIU member Beau James with a miniature ship's wheel for his work as the goodwill ambassador of the port council. New Jersey state Senator Christopher Jackman was recognized by the Port Maritime Council of Greater New York and Vicinity at its recent dinner. Pictured with Jackman (left) are Rose Hall, the widow of former SIU President Paul Hall, and Jack Caffey, SIU vice president. Jackman has worked closely with labor and especially with the SIU in his years as an official with the Paperworkers Union and in the legislature. Jackman has also served as Speaker of the NJ assembly. "(I- U.S. Representative Jack Brooks (R-TX) is pictured with West Gulf Ports Council President Robert Kight and Texas AFL-CIO President Joe Gunn during the council's dinner last month in Houston. Gunn was the evening's honoree. .1- f %• ' - v.: . 'T •. 5" • Lundeberg School Sends Hurricane Rebef ship has donated two vans loaded with materials for the South Carolina victims of Hurricane Hugo. Among the many items given were chairs, desks, bedding, clothes, boots, shoes and hand tools. During the relief effort immediately after the storm, the school contacted the city's relief offices to find out what was needed. Both trainees and staff assisted with the loading. Among the trainees who helped were Jeff Ball, James Demouy, Pete Hoisenson, Nick Marcantonio and Ken Spruill. Sthff who got involved were Randy Loyet, Rocky Miles, Marcella Franolich, Brent Robrecht and Bradley Swann. • - V '• 'iS. T• . ^ .'!K ' 'I-.: • " I �^EAfARiKSWS 'W ::;••••• ^:{. d:- ;?//••; • .'-v • S, - 'A i-\ gi-'M v.:;.,.,.,: I" ;'f • "•^ •lirW ' i-Av;.-' ^•. iy- r''f' k>:' dC- • r •'y ^-V On October 27 the Lundeberg School graduated a lifeboat class of upgraders. Course instructor Jake Karaczynski (front row, left) is joined for a photo with graduates (third row, left to right) Robert Ira Jackson, J. Watts, William Boiling, Tony Yore, George Spicer, (second row, left to right) Demck Robertson, Eugenia White, Lloyd Ingram, Louis L. Marion III, Richard C. West, Jerry Sharp, (front row, left to right) Ray Johnson, Janusz Sowul, Claudio Udan Jr., Byron Piedra, Luis Quinones, Ed Taylor and Benjamin Tyrone Gadsden. ^ -»-• vmmw >" The SIU graduated seven third mates after they completed a curriculum that includes terrestrial navigation practices, deck seamanship, rules of the road, ship stability, cargo handling, govern­ mental policies, first aid, CPR and fire fighting. Pictured above are course graduates (back row, left to right) Ron Raykowski, M. Mose, John Thomas Thompson, Thomas Driggers, (front row, left to right) Rindy Beach, Thom Foran and Johnnie L. Edwards. The course ended October 13. I'i-" •W: "Mi • • KA -r .. '• 'VT' • ^ I'.- -' The prospective third engineers thanked course instructor Eric Malzkuhn for his thoughtfulness and thoroughness. Above, Michael Mur­ phy presents Malzkuhn with gift from the class. Murphy, in presenting the gift, said Malzkuhn had been an excellent teacher. Graduating last month frOm lifeboat training are trainees: (back row, left to nght) Richard Davis, Fred Kullman III, Mike Smith, Paul J. Morard, Gregory D. Aldridge, Class Bosun Jeffrey J. Ball, Curtis B. Dunlap, Steven Talley, Thomas Moore, Anthony Tine, Nick Marcantonio, Rich McTeman, Instructor Jim Moore, (front row, left to right) Charles Darley, Dewey Hadley, Mike Sardone, Ronald Coley, Jonathan Jankleff, Russ Dasaro, John Young, Tommy Cyrus, Tim Fletcher, Michael Rosanp, Vice Merenda, Lindybeth Wilken, Rodney Norris and Chris Klaber. '-(• •y •• ^5 • it'' On October 13, six SIU men completed the Lundeberg School's curriculum designed to prepare an individual for the Coast Guard's third assistant engineer license. Pictured above are (back row, left to right) Frank Novtny, Tyler R. Womack, Ray Doody, Instructor Eric Malzkuhn, (front row, left to right) Paul Titus, Ken Browning and Michael Murphy. V ArAAMfcA, A Graduating on October 6 from Instructor Jim Brown's (back row, right) ship handling class are: (back row, left to right) Paul Gates, James Petersen, Leslie Maxwell, (front row) George Allen, Computer Operator Cheryl Burgess, David Swire and Douglas Craft. A' •vAf JM M' '< '-'M M ••'''' v;'". •' :j*S S'-i' ". On September 22, the SIU members pictured above completed the Lundeberg School's Coast Guard-approved radar observer course: (back row, left to right) Jeff Davis, James Petersen, Robert Murray, Instructor Jim Brown, (front row, left to right) Dan Young, Ron Nelson, Geoige Allen, Heley Mareno, Paul Gates and Leslie Maxwell. The November 11 ship handling course graduates are pictured above. In the back row, with Instructor Jim Brown are (left to right) Green Hoskins, J.T. Thompson, Ron Huyett, Johnnie L. Edwards. Joining computer operators Jessie Holmes (left) and Cheryl Burgess (right) in the front row are (left to right) Thom Foran, James "Bubba" Walker ; and Rindy Beach. �•-WSSI'Mmmn' "•>•; - ^'V NOVEmU, 1989 New Orleans. The Algiers, LA native was cited for his role in making the MV Del Ore accident free from January to August 1960. Brother Freeman upgraded to steward and recertified in 1981 at the Lundeberg School. He lives in Woodville, TX. CHARLES J. GALLAGHER Charles J. Gallagher, 58, received his SIU book in September of 1960 in the port of New York. The engine department veteran began sailing in 1951. Born in Massachusetts, Brother Gallagher now calls Port Neches, TX home. DAVID C. GILMORE David C. Gilmore, 64, became an SIU member in May of 1944 in the port of Norfolk. The deck department veteran upgraded to recertified bosun at the union's Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship during 1976. Brother Gilmore still lives in his native Dunn, NC. BURT T, HANBACK Burt T. Hanback, 60, received his book during October of 1956 in his native New York. He served in the Navy from 1947 to 1951. Brother Hanback was involved in the 1960 Suwanee-Steamship drive and the 1962 Moore McCormick-Robin Line picket detail. He acquired bosun recertification, LNG and Sealift endorsements from the Lundeberg School. He calls Questa, NM home. GEORGE HAYES George Hayes, 66, joined the union in May of 1948 in the port of New ' fork. A veteran of the Navy from 1941 to 1946, the Boise, ID native worked in the deck department. Brother Hayes lives in Chinook, WA. JUAN E. HERNANDEZ Juan E. Hernandez, 65, received his SIU permit in February of 1959 in the port of New York. He served in the Army during 1945 before he began sailing in 1949. The engine department veteran upgraded to FOWT at the Lundeberg School during 1983. He has retired to Carolina in his native Puerto Rico. ROSCOE B. HOb EYCUTT Roscoe B. Honeycutt, 62,joined the SIU in November of 1956. The Concord, •lie native served in the Navy from 1944 to 1947. Brother Honeycutt worked in the engine department. He calls Norfolk, VA home. EDWARD J. KRCHA Edward J. Krcha, 65, became an SIU member in December of 1951 in the port of Mobile. Born in W ilson, TX, Brother Krcha served in the Navy from 1942 to 1945. The engine department veteran also is a member of District 2 MEBA. He lives in Rosenburg, TX. ROBERT G. LAWSON Robert G. Lawson, 50, was a 1963 graduate of the Andrew Furuseth Training School in Houston. The Garden Grove, CA native served in the Marines from 1955 to 1962. Brother Lawson attended the 1970 crew conference and the 1981 bosun recertification program at Piney Point. He has retired to Paducah, TX. CANDIDO LIAL Candido Lial, 65, joined the union in August of 1959 in the port of Wilmington. Brother Lial was bom in Rifle, CO and served in the Navy from 1942 to 1945. He helped the union win an important 1975 National Labor Relations Board decision determining that a crewmember cannot be disciplined onboard a ship by a company official without a union representative present. Pensioner Lial worked irf the engine department before retiring in Houston. HOWARD LOVELLETTE Howard Lovellette, 58, .became a book member in October of 1955 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Lovellette, who served in the Air Force during 1951, sailed in the steward department. The Texas native lives in Houston. ROLIN MANUEL Rolin Manuel, 66, joined the union in January of 1958 in the port of Lake Charles, LA. He worked in the deck department. Brother Manuel calls Oberlin, LA home. ERNEST C. MONEYMAKER Ernest C. Money­ maker, 65, acquired his SIU book in November of 1970 in the port of San Francisco. The Byington, TN native upgraded several times at the Lundeberg School and obtained his QMED endorsement. He lives in Bangkok, Thailand. X 19 SAM P. TELECH Forty-Four SlU Retirees Announced This Month The Seafarers Pension Plan (SPP) announced this month the retirement of 29 deep sea, 12 inland, one great lakes and two railroad marine members. Brother Erich Saar, who turned 71 this year, is the oldest to begin receiving a monthly pen­ sion. Pensioner Saar also has the distinction of being the only member of the group to retire who was bom outside United States territory. His native land is Estonia. Deep Sea ROBERTO BOSCO Roberto Bosco, 62, acquired hisSIU work permit in July of 1947 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Bosco worked in the steward department before retiring to Carolina in his native Puerto Rico. WAYNE T. COLE Wayne T. Cole, 62, joined the union in November of 1962. The Wisconsin native served in the Army from 1945 to 1946 and the Navy from 1949 to 1953. Brother Cole primarily sailed from the West Coast in the engine department. He took upgrading courses in diesel technology and welding at the Lundeberg School during the '80s. Pensioner Cole lives in Portland, OR. FRANK T. CONWAY Frank T. Conway, 67, joined the SIU in October of 1969 in his hometown of San Francisco. Brother Conway served in the Army Air Force from 1942 to 1944. He began sailing in the engine department in 1964. Pensioner Conway upgraded to QMED at Piney Point in 1976. He makes his home in Hattiesburg, MS. ANTONIO CRUZ Antonio Cruz, 62, received his SIU permit in March of 1944 in the port of ^ew York. The engine department veteran was bom in Puerto Rico. He walked picket duty during the 1961 New York Harbor strike. Brother Craz worked on the Puerto Rico Marine shoregang in New York during the mid-1970s. He calls New York City home. JOSEPH EBBOLE Joseph Ebbole, 65, became a member of the SIU in September of 1955 in the port of New York. The Chicago native served in the Army from 1943 to 1946. Brother Ebbole worked in the engine department before retiring to Las Vegas, NY. STANLEY FREEMAN SR. Stanley Freeman Sr., 61, joined the union in November of 1958 in the port of .'••'7.- JAMES NIETO James Nieto, 65, joined the SIU in April of 1970 in the port of Wilmington, CA. The steward department member was born in Gallup, NM. He served in the Navy from 1942 to 1962. Brother Nieto calls Seattle, WA home. JOHN W. PENNS John W. Penns, 65, graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in 1958 in the port of New York. He served in the Army from 1942 to 1954. The New York native began his SIU career in the engine department but switched to the galley gang in 1983. He lives in Brooklyn, NY. ROSCOE C. RAINWATER Roscoe C. Rainwater, 62, gained his SIU book in June of 1946 in the port of Galveston, TX. Brother Rainwater was born in Alabama and served in the Army from 1953 to 1955. The steward department veteran served picket duty in the 1961 New York Harbor strike. He resides in Anniston, AL. BILLY RUSSELL Billy Russell, 60, became an SIU member in May of 1951. The Tennessee native began his mariner's career in 1947. Brother Russell worked in the steward department. He calls Memphis, TN home. ERICH SAAR Erich Saar, 71, joined the SIU in March of 1967 in the port of New York. Born in Estonia, Brother Saar started sailing on foreign-flag vessels in 1940. He worked in the deck departme'ht. Pensioner Saar lives in the Bronx, NY. PERCIVAL L. SHAUGER Percival L. Shauger, 62, acquired his SIU book in January of 1947 in the port of New York. The Saginaw, MI native served in the Army from 1950 to 1952. He started sailing in the steward department during 1945 and upgraded to recertified steward during 1981. He resides in Madisonville, TX. JAMES H. SMITH James H. Smith, 61, joined the union in October of 1957 in the port of New York. The steward department veteran was born in Norfolk, VA. He served in the Coast Guard from 1945 to 1947 and the Navy from 1950 to 1952. Brother Smith lives in New York City. Sam P. Telech, 66, became an SIU member in November of 1943 in the port of New York. The West Virginia native worked in the engine department. He walked in the 1961 New York Harbor picket detail. Brother Telech also is a member of District 2 MEBA. He calls San Mateo, CA home. FRANK W. UNGER Frank W. Unger, 65, joined the SIU in September of 1956 in the port of New Orleans. Born in Philadelphia, Brother Unger served in both the Army and Navy between 1942 to 1954. The deck department veteran took part in the union's 1970 crew conference. He resides in Carson City, NV. GLENN M. WELLS Glenn M. Wells, 66, acquired his book in August of 1963. The Dallas, TX native sailed with the Navy from 1943 to 1946. He served in the deck department. He lives in Sea Level, NC. • U. i. 'i'J . • • •' "'v •j'y - T• '•K-'l LOYD ZIMMERMAN Loyd Zimmerman, 65, became a union member in May 1945 in the port of New York. The steward department veteran was bom in Bedford, VA, where he still lives. Inland EMMETT J. BERTRAND Emmett J. Bertrand, 52, joined the union in November of 1961 in Port Arthur, TX. Brother Bertrand, born in Oberlin, LA, worked as both a deckhand and engineer in the inland division. He attended the inland Texas crew conference at Piney Point in 1977. Brother Bertrand lives in Orange, TX. JAMES C. CAIN James C. Cain, 62, gained his SIU book in December 1966 in his native Philadelphia. He served in the deck department as a captain. He upgraded in the radar renewal course at the Lundeberg School in 1986. He calls Glenolden, PA home. JOHN A. EVANS John A. Evans, 61, became an SIU member in June of 1957 in the port of Baltimore. The Fleeton, VA native served as a captain. He attended the 1978 educational conference. He resides in Annapolis, MD. Continued on page 22 ; - . . •« } ••'i. • 1. n- :KJ ,' - �m 4 26 •-'•MWWZ "I.'- : ,1:,- I• :v • fcfif if. tj ••••' V r - i'f •1 •C" % i if*' .u: i • . mi : - SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN l-(800)-CLAIMS-4 l-(800)-252-4674 { OCTOBER 1-31, 1989 Michael Sacco, President Joseph Sacco, Executive Vice President Joe DiGiorgio, Secretary-Treasurer Angus "Red" Campbell, Vice President of Contracts Jack Caffey, Vice President Thomas Glidewell, Vice President George McCartney, Vice President John Fay, Vice President Roy A Mercer, Vice President Steve Edney, Vice President •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville ; San Franciscc^ Wilmington 5 Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point : < Totals Port J New York I Philadelphia Ifialtimore. Norfolk Mobile New Orleans packsonville ISan Francisco Wlmingtj^ Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston {St. Louis iPiney Pbinf Totals Port ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Trip Class A Class B Class C Reliefs TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 20 r::3: 7 21 18 39 39 54 28 53 18 11 47 0 408 "\li4 7 7 8 10 5. 5 3 7 4 '2 3 95 1 6 8 8 6 6 2 0 3 9 0 •v'rt 61 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 4 3 4 .4: IM7, 2 3 5 2 4 3 14 19 •h 'M ^ '25'^-'^"*•"""4 6 5 2 3 , 2 . 5 4 3 Q6 1 M 0 1 2 1 I A ^'!'35 1.4A 0 . 12 " ' t 0 1 2 10 4 11 31 , T - 32-: 2 22 6 ..l-,'...! i...... ... •vi... • • • ........... ....... l 0. 11 86 Hihey Totals Port •'2.' ^ |philadelphia ! {Baltimore ; .; Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville, San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houstd St. Louis:! ' 0 3 49 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Philadelphia Bdtiaidie Norfolk Mobile New Orleans fj^ksMOinville |San Francisco iWilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals ^ •. Totals All Departments f 0:'' ^hll r.. Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea Seafarers International Union Directory HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301)899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Aigonac, MI 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (301) 327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218) 722-4110 HONOLULU 636 Cooke St. Honolulu, HI 96813 (808) 523-5434 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201) 435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 (205) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT St. Mary's County Plney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809) 721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206) 441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213) 549-4000 ••J- ' SWARERS106 v"'- •$mm - -T silKSi!:- 702 366 341 543 283 234 168 1,053 448 441 Totals All Departments *'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of October was down from the month of September. A total of 1,223 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,223 Jobs shipped, 543 jobs or about 44 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 168 trip relief Jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 10,965 Jobs have been shipped. • /'f • -'f; - ''-i] • • ''V' Vi;: �- v." -J-'. : SaFARCRS LOG 21 New Phone Number for SIU P.R. Hall The union's hall in Santurce, Puerto Rico has a new phone num­ ber as a result of Hurricane Hugo's destruction of the island's com­ munication system. The new number, which is fully operational at this time, is 809/ 721-4033. When the storm's 140-mile-anhour winds whipped through the Caribbean, telephone poles and lines were downed by the thou­ sands. M": •f; JK. Santurce SIU Port Agent Angel Hernandez reports Puerto Rico's telephone system will be com­ pletely overhauled in the rebuild­ ing process and part of the rein­ statement of service involves new phone numbers. Hernandez said the union hall suffered only minor damages. "The Puerto Rico membership has been very patient and helpful during this crisis," he added. GREAT LAKES TUG AND DREDGE, PENSION PLAN GREAT LAKES TUG AND DREDGE PENSION PLAN 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Maryland 20746 (301)899-0675 SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT This is a summary of the annual report of the Great Lakes Tug and Dredge Pension Fund BIN #13-1953878 for the year ended Decem­ ber 31, 1988. The annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Retirement In­ come Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Account­ ants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each year of the finances 6f the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate find­ ings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agree­ ments. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management represen­ tatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the employers. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENT Benefits under the plan are provided by the Trust. Plan expenses were $643,293. These expenses included $132,750 in administrative expenses and $510,543 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. A total of 471 persons were participants in or beneficiaries of the plan at the end of the plan year, although not all of these persons had yet earned the right to receive benefits. The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $12,751,011 as of December 31, 1988, compared to $11,747,661 as of January 1, 1988. During the plan year the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $1,003,350. This increase included unrealized appreciation (depreciation) in the value of the plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of plan assets at the end of the year and the price the plan originally paid for those assets. The plan had total income of $1,646,643 including employer contributions of $189,117, em­ ployee contributions of $72,285, gains of $426,313 from the sale of assets, and earnings from investments of $958,928. Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard your ship or boat. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to pro­ tect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. MINIMUM FUNDING STANDARDS An actuary's statement shows that enough money was contributed to the plan to keep it funded in accordance with the minimum funding standards of ERISA. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE LOG. The LOG has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or mem­ ber. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established pol­ icy has been reaffirmed by membership ac­ tion at the September, 1960, meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may del­ egate, from among its tanks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. YOUR RIGHTS TO ADDITIONAL INFORMATION You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. An Accountant's report 2. Assets held for investment 3. Transactions in excess of 5 percent of plan assets 4. Actuarial information regarding the funding of the Plan. To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of Mr. Leo Bonser, who is the plan administrator, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301)899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $2.00 for the full annual report, or $.10 per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union head­ quarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLI­ GATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately no­ tify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guar­ anteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no mem­ ber may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geo­ graphic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquar­ ters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DO­ NATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate seg­ regated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employ­ ment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union con­ cepts. In connection with such objects. SPAD supports and contributes to political candi­ dates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be so­ licited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of mem­ bership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, notify the Seafar­ ers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if invol­ untary. Support SPAD to protect and further your economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. •f:s' • If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Mi­ chael Sacco at Headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way and Britannia Way, PrinceGeorges County, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. SIU Members: Know Your Shipping Rules The SIU has available for members, upon request, copies of the shipping rules that have recently been updated to In­ clude all SAB actions through October 1,1989. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan, at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Wash­ ington D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room N4677, Pension and Wel­ fare Benefit Programs, Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Ayenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20216. Any Ihdivldual desiring a copy should write to the Seafarers Appeals Board; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. -• i ^ y ' • •• ''' • ^—• , •; \.;,v•.; ,Hiv ^ ; �SUFARERS LOG 22 44 New SlU Pensioners Continued from page 19 ii- ir v. . 11 • ir HILTON S. FOSTER Hilton S. Foster, 62, joined the union in November of 1960 in the port of Norfolk. He served in the Army from 1945 to 1947. The Ransomville, NC native worked in the deck department for GATCO. Boatman Foster calls Belhaven, NC home. WILFORD D. NIXON Wilford D. Nixon, 62, became an SIU member in July of 1979 in the port of Norfolk. He served in the Navy from 1946 to 1948. Boatman Nixon worked as a chief engineer. He still lives in his native Belhaven, NC. JAMIE LEE GAMBLE Jamie Lee Gamble, 62, became a union member in March of 1977 in the port of Houston. The Oneonta, AL native served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946 and 1949 to 1969. He retired as a captain to his home in Brandon, FL. ANTHONY E. NOCELLA Anthony E. Nocella, 62,joined the SIU in June of 1972 in his native Philadelphia. He served in the Army from 1945 to 1947. He worked in the deck department before retiring to Philadelphia. CHARLES T. KELLUM Charles T. Kellum, 67, acquired his iSIU book in April of 1977 in the port of Norfolk. Bom in Brocklawn, NJ, Boatman Kellum served in the Army and Navy during World War II. The deck department veteran lives in Morehead City, NC. LEROY A. PLATT Leroy A. Piatt, 70, received his SIU book in September of 1976 in the port of Baltimore. The Baldwinsville, NY native served in the Naval Reserves from 1941 to 1944. He worked as a captain in the inland division. Boatman Piatt calls Cold Brook, NY home. VIRGIL YORE Virgil Vore, 64, became a union member in March of 1968 in the port of Houston. The Indiana native served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. The deck department veteran resides in Cold Springs, TX. HERBERT C. WILLIAMS Herbert C. Williams, 62, acquired his SIU book in Deceniber of 1957 in the port of Philadelphia. Boatman Williams served in the Army from 1950 to 1952. He worked in the deck department before he retired to his native Swanquarter, NC. SEAFARERS VACATION FUND 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD, (301) 899-0675 SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT This is a summary of the annual report of the Seafarers Vacation Fund EIN 13-5602047 for the year ended December 31, 1988. The annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). .The Trust has committed itself to pay claims incurred under the terms of the plan. BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENT The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan was a deficit of $(2,277,541) as of December 31, 1988 compared to a deficit of $(2,901,671) as of January 1, 1988. During the plan year the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $624,130. During the plan year, the plan had a total income of $31,862,977, including employer contributions of $31,520,388 and earnings from invest­ ments of $342,589. Plan expenses were $31,238, 847. These expenses included $2,701,292 in administrative expenses, $26,216,548 in bene­ fits paid to participants and beneficiaries, and $2,286,086 in other expenses (payroll taxes on vacation benefits). YOUR RIGHTS TO ADDITIONAL INFORMATION You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. An Accountant's report 2. Assets held for investment. To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of Mr. Leo Bonser, who is the plan administrator, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746, (301)899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $1.40 for the full annual report or $.10 per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan, 5201 Auth Way, Gamp Springs, MD 20746, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, N4677, Pension and Welfare Benefit Pro­ grams, Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20216. •47 and from 1950 to 1951. He worked as a deckhand for the Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad. In 1%3, Brother Avery served as an assistant regional director for the union. He resides in Hampton, VA. CARL R.WRIGHT Carl R. Wright, 62,joined the SIU in May of 1974 in the port of Houston. The Galveston, TX native served in the Army from 1950 to 1952. He worked in the engine department. Boatman Wright calls Santa Fe, TX home. ANTHONY A. LEMBO Anthony A. Lembo, 59, joined the union in October 1983 in the port of New York. Brother Lembo worked with the New York Cross Harbor Railroad. He lives in Largo, FL. Great Lakes JOHN K. TAMAP Mr ip it ^ Taman, 65,joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of Detroit. Michigan native served in the Army from 1943 to 1945. He worked in the deck department. Brother Taman calls Rockwood, MI home. Railroad Marine RICHARD AVERY Richard Avery, 63, became an SIU member in July of 1959 in the port of Norfolk. The Virginia native served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946 NOTICE TO SIU GOVERNMENT SERVICE DIVISION MEMBERS The Seafarers LOG would like to hear from SlU members in the government services division. Please send the LOG material: articles, letters, drawings, photos, etc. Please identify individuals in photos from left to right with name and rating. Mail all information directly to the Seafarers LOG; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. LEGAL AID The following list of attorneys is provided for the convenience of Seafarers • ^ho may have need for legal assistance. % Alabama John Falkenberry 300 N. 21st St. Birmingham, AL 35203 (205) 322-1100 Simon, Wood & Grane 1010 Van Antwerp BIdg. Mobile, AL 36602 (205) 433-4904 California Les Ostrov Fogel, Feldman, Ostrov, Ringler & Klevens , 5900 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 2600 Los Angeles, CA 90036 (213) 834-2546 John Paul Jennings Henning, Walsh & King 100 Bush St. Suite 440 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 981-4400 Florida Frank Hamilton III Hamilton «& Associates, PA. 2620 W. Kennedy Blvd. Tampa, FL 33609 (813)879-9842 lUinois Katz, Friedman, Schur & Eagle 7 S. Dearborn St. Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 263-6330 Thomas Lakin Lakin & Herndon, P.C. 251 Old St. Louis Ave. Wood River, IL 62095^ 0027 (618)254-1127 (800) 851-5523 toll-free Louisiana Louis Robein Gardner, Robein Urann 2540 Severn Ave. Suite 400 Metairie, LA70002 (504) 885-9994 Kristi Post Canal Place One Suite 2300 New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 524-6207 (504) 524-6208 Maryland Charles Heyman Kaplan, Heyman, . Greenberg, Engelman & Belgrad Sun Life Bldg. Charles & Redwood Sts. Baltimore, MD 21201 (301)539-6967 Massachusetts Orlando & Associates 1 Western Ave. Gloucester, MA 01930 (508) 283-8100 Michigan Victor G. Hanson, P.C. 19268 Grand River Ave. Detroit, MI 48223 (313) 532-1220 Christopher Legghio Miller, Cohen, Martins & Ice 1400 N. Park Plaza 17117 W. Nine Mile Rd. Southfield, MI 48075 (313)559-2110 1-800-554-8119 New York Howard Schulman 485 Madison Ave. New York, NY 10022 (212) 421-0017 Pennsylvania Kirschner, Walters & Willig 1608 Walnut St. 10th floor Philadelphia, PA 19103 (215) 893-9000 Margaret Browning Spear, Wilderman, Sigmond, Borish & Endy 260 S. Broad St. Suite 1500 Philadelphia, PA 19102 (215) 732-0101 Marvin Peterson i, 1200 Travis Suite 2020 jj Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-4422 • Virginia Arthur Rutter Rutter & Montagna 415 St. Path's Blvd. Suite 720 Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-5000 P Washington > Rob Williamson Davies, Roberts & Reid 101 Elliott Ave. West Suite 550 ^ v Seattle, WA 98119 , (206) 285-3610 PI i �• •iv j' •' •••J•;>''''' r'' '^ ' •'- I••'•" '.I^, • - ''if*'"' "i ' "f ' ' mymBER^im ' >"r4, .-.. V .• Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes CL—Company/Lakes Intakes OCT. 1-31, 1989 NP—Non Priority •TOTAL REGISTERED Ail Groups Class CL Class L Class NP TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH Ail Groups All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP Port DECK DEPARTMENT " 1 - 0 r g 'i| ' Q 24 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 12 5 II STEWARD DEPARTMENT 5 ' 0 19 ENTRY DEPARTMENT OOP .., 22 Q . 33 ' 43 .|f Totals All Departments 0 39 44 0 51 20 0 73 68 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. 'Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Dispatchers' Report for Iniand Waters OCTOBER 1-31, 1989 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C .Port TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C ili^elpiii^ Itihiore X{ Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville 3^ Franciscc| Wilmk^on X Seattle Puerto Rico Houston St. Pihey Poiinft Totals December Membership Meetings Deep Sea, Lakes, lalaad Waters x-x •' • ' Piney Point Monday, December 4 New York Tuesday, December 5 Philadelphia Wednesday, December 6 Baltimore Thursday, December 7 Norfolk Thursday, December 7 Jacksonville Thursday, December 7 Algonac Friday, December 8 Houston Monday, December 11 New Orleans Tuesday, December 12 Mobile Wednesday, December 13 San Francisco Thursday, December 14 Wilmington Monday, December 18 Seattle Friday, December 22 San Juan Thursday, December 7 St. Louis Friday» December 15 Honolulu Friday, December 15 Duluth Wednesday, December 13 Jersey City Wednesday, December 20 New Bedford Tuesday, December 19 :X t' |:--'X X'Xf'-^XvW v.';' •'-.•I • , i'.. .Xf. • , :• X.; -^ . V " X • • ^ V- Eadi port's meeting starts 0 10:30 OM. Port New York jPhUadelphia I- 'A'. i''• Personals Danny Knight Please contact Dawn at the SIU Baltimore Clinic, 301/327-4600. Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville ^ San Francisco Wilmiri^oii Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac St. Louis Piney Miit.12 Totals Port New York X Philadelphia JBaltinoiare • J Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco i:Wilinington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac St. Louis Piney Point Totals •' li -.- X Franchessca Rose Please call Paula 713/447-0930. Constantino Sabardo Please contact your stepdaugh­ ter Barbara Bledsoe; 600 Mill­ wood Drive; Falston, MD 21047. •'r wm 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 0 ,,"'11 i. < 0 0 b ft 0 ft 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 ft X't ft 7g||sl 0 0 : «;;C ft. 0 0 i .5 SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN NOTICE aii ut ^ * 0 .0 5 0 ••.XO 4 0 ft 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 14 ft 0 0 0 • -'M: ^ 1 0 0 ft ,::r 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 ft 0 -js-•• 0 0 0 • 0 ::A ft ft 20 0 2 0 0 0 4 0 0 7 m mi1 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 ft ft ft 4 8 29 178 73 72 71 Totals All Departments 96 28 36 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. •t • ^ .1'"' COBRA: Continuation Heaith Coverage If you or your dependents lose your eligibility for health care coverage under the Rules and Regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, you and your dependents may be eligible to purchase, at a premium. Welfare coverage directly from the Plan. If you find that you have lost your eligibility for Plan coverage, you must notify the Plan office immediately to find out whether or not you or your dependents may elect to continue your benefits under this program. If you want more information concerning this program you can call the membership services office. I-800-CLAIMS-4 (1-800-252-4674) or write COBRA Program Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Maryland 20746 NOTE: A detailed article explaining this program appeared in the April 1989 issue of the LOG. ,'x ;i,H. X:- •TH. ' •"" �SEAFARERS 106 The following ships minutes are just a sampling of the many meeting reports the SlU receives each month from its ships around the world. Ship's minutes are reviewed by the Union's Contract Department. Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the Union upon recent of the ship's minutes. fv r' 't .% •J\ E vr • 5" •: '• ':'h • ' V'l ••'3\V ».V-. • •-. r:#; UBERfYSEA (Liberty Maritime Corp.), August 27 — Chairman Cesar Gu­ tierrez, Secretary J.B. Harris, Edu­ cation^ Director Nat Leary, Deck Delegate Bobby Riddick, Steward Delegate Jerry Ward. Chairman re­ ported captain very pleased with tank cleaning on trip. He said crew made good team. Educational direc­ tor announced VCR would be re­ paired in New Orleans. Treasurer said $26 in ship's fund and $105 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT. Crew sent letter to contract de­ partment asking why day worker rather than AB watch stander must relieve man on watch. Crew wanted to check why some crewmembers able to send special allotments and others cannot. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. PAUl BOCK (Ocean Shipholding), Au­ gust 20 — Chairman Alejandro T. Ruiz, Secretary E.L. Johnson. Chairman reminded crew new wash­ ing machine and dryer have been re­ quested for a year. He urged all members to donate to SPAD and keep mess room clean. Educational director encouraged members to take advantage of Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $150 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT. One moment of silence held in memory of Paul Hall's birthday. Crew requested fans be installed in all rooms during hot weather as air conditioners are not supplying enough cool air. Steward department given vote of thanks. Nf W) /y • r '"It:-. .M- AFAERICAH EAGIE (Pacific Gulf Marine), August 23 — Chairman Billy East­ wood, Secretary Frank Costango, Deck Delegate Wayne Proudlove, Engine Delegate Dennis Claybom, Steward Delegate Calvin Hazzard. Chairman reported voyage smooth with np beefs. He noted all equip­ ment repairs in galley completed. Secretary reported trip's highlights were barbecue and soccer matches at Goteborg (Sweden) Seaman's Center. Crew played sailors from two Soviet vessels, losing first game 3-1 but winning second 3-2. LOG received while in Goteborg shipyard. Steward department thanked for its job, especi^ly cookouts. Steward thanked for acquiring ice cream freezer. Next ports: Bayonne, NJ and Charleston, SC. SEA-IAHD EXHORER (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), August 27 — Chairman L. Cope, Secretary W. Hawkins, Deck Delegate K. Moore. Chairman an­ nounced broken microwave ashore for repairs. He reminded members to double check pay differential at payoffs after upgrading. He told crewmembers all hands must be present when drills take place in port and urged members to donate to movie fund during payoff. Treas­ urer said will check with captain to determine how much money is in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT. Members asked to turn in forms for tile repair, take care of movies and keep lounge clean.. . M- 1: Vi-v USK SmWART (Sea MobUity, Inc.), August 15 — Chairman Albert Aus­ tin Jr., Secretary D. Fronek, Deck Delegate Ernest Caltenback, Engine Delegate Daniel Healy, Steward , Delegate John Briggs. Chairman thanked deck department for fine job. He thanked chief cook for ex­ i- y"'-' ':'vS-irSi m-. fi ': O cellent food preparation. Secretary discussed drug test required by Coast Guard. Educational director urged all members to read LOG and upgrade at Piney Point. Engine dele­ gate reported chief engineer had been giving assignments in crew's lounge while members were on cof­ fee and lunch breaks. Steward dele­ gate reported objections to chief en­ gineer ordering steward department to clean grease trap on specific day and time without regard to meal preparation period. Members were reminded to contribute to SPAD. Next port: Norfolk, VA. fMOfOltf ONMIOlNiVr (Pacific Gulf Marine), September 3 — Chairman Vernon Huelett, Secretary Marvin St. George, Engine Delegate Mi­ chael Nickerson. Treasurer reported $85 in ship's fund. Crew asked that dental plan be reviewed and more information about job description, wages and vacation rates be made available to members. Crewmembers thanked steward department for good job. COVE UBERJY (Cove Shipping), Sep­ tember 7 — Chairman M. Galbraith, Secretary M. Flores, Educational Director A. Markowitz. Chairman reported smooth sail and ship will pay off upon arrival September 8. • He urged members to continue con­ tributing to SPAD. No reports of disputed OT or beefs. Two members lost prescription glasses while work­ ing. Payoff patrolman will be asked to help obtain new pairs. Crew thanked steward department for its work. Next ports: Houston and New York. FAiXON aiAlBPlON (Seahawk Manage­ ment), September 24 — Chairman John Chermesino, Secretary M.P. Cox, Educational Director J.W. Fonville, Engine Delegate Michael Jackson. Chairman told crew layoff slips available with 800 phone num­ ber for those wanting to return to vessel. Members asked to strip beds and clean rooms for next members to board. All members will receive extra day of pay for travel. Treas­ urer noted b^ance of $232.55 in movie fiind. More movies would be purchased in Mobile, AL. No beefs . or disputed OT. Steward Cox thanked members for cooperation and consideration. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Next port: Mobile, AL. GUIKUU (Puerto Rico Marine), Sep­ tember 11 — Chairman Paul Domes, Secretary Paul Stubblefield, Educa­ tional Director R. Tompkins, Deck Delegate W. Taylor, Engine Dele­ gate E. Kent, Steward Delegate Pe­ ter Mazzitelli. Chairman reported vessel would pay off upon arrival in Elizabeth, NJ on September 13. No beefs or disputed OT. Crew asked contract department review lowering time necessary to request relief from 120 to 60 days on 240-day shipping card. Bosun, steward and electrician returned after vacations and re­ ported ship running fine. Next port: Elizabeth, NJ. IMGBl (Sealift Bulkers Inc.), Septem­ ber 17 — Chairman S. Jawdora, Secretary J. F. MiUer, Engine Dele­ gate W. E. Marino. Chairman re­ ported payoff scheduled for Septem­ ber 22. He noted repair list includes parts for ice machine. He asked crew to not slam engine doors and advised that new gasket may be placed around doors during repairs. Secretary urged those getting off vessel to leave clean linens for next man and to turn in keys. No reports of disputed OT or beef^. Crew asked that half the milk come onboard in New Orleans and the other half in Hawaii. Crewmembers suggested washer and dryer be moved and new microwave be brought onboard. Seamen's club called to pick up books. Four to eight watch re­ minded to make coffee and provide weather reports. Crew thanked steward department. Wf/mrSPW/r (Liberty Maritime), September 3 — Chairman Glen James, Secretary R. Kennedy, Deck Delegate A. Machado, Engine Dele­ gate C- Bocage, Steward Delegate J. Miller. Crew requested microwave oven be placed onboard for crew­ members. Crew thanked steward de­ partment for keeping a clean ship. m OEKUMl (ETC), September 24 — Chairman Pete Waters, Secretary Edward Tinsley. Chairman reported letter sent regarding medical help for crewmembers and awaiting answer. Treasurer said $345 in ship's fund. IMG VIRGO (Energy Transportation Corp.), September 3 — Chairman Billie Darley, Secretary Norman Duhe, Educational Director R. Pereira. Engine Delegate Ramon Ali, Steward Delegate William Christ­ mas. Ship going into yard either September 26 or 27 and chairman will speak to captain about flight ar­ rangements for those leaving vessel. Chairman asked crew to dress ap­ propriately for meals and be respect­ ful of other members when playing radios. Secretary said $14.40 is in ship's fund. He will inquire about funds collect during previous trip. He will find out if radio in crew mess hall was charged to ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by delegates. Chairman noted pleasant voyage. Secretary reminded crew to return dishes and glasses to galley. Vote of thanks given to stew­ ard department for job well done. Entire crew thanked for its efforts. Next ports: Osaka, Japan and KHI Shipyard. OKU COUIKUIA (OMI Corp.), Septem­ ber 24 — Chairman Robert C. Marrero. Secretary C.R. Moss, Engine Delegate Lonnie Carter, Steward Delegate R.W. Gilliam. Chairman reported ship payoff scheduled for September 27. Secretary said every­ thing running smoothly. Bosun made new salad bar. Educational director urged members to upgrade. No beefs or disputed OT. Union thanked for new wage rates. Stew­ ard department thanked for keeping salad bar well stocked. Members re­ minded to give to SPAD for job se­ curity. OMBKillS MMilElIF (Maritime Over­ seas), September 10 — Chairman W. Jefferson, Secretary V. Sanchez Jr. Chairman reported payoff set for September 14. Crewmembers leav­ ing ship urged to clean rooms for next men boarding. Chairman an­ nounced exhaust fans in galley fixed and other repairs would be handled while ship was in yard. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Steward depart­ ment thanked for work. Next port: New Orleans, LA. OVERSEAS MEEV YORK (Maritime Over­ seas), September 15 — Chairman M. Zepeda, Secretary N. Evans, Edu­ cational Director E. Self, Deck Del­ egate J. Poleate, Engine Delegate C. Edwards, Steward Delegate J. Ortiz. Chairman announced payoff would take place upon arrival in the Neth­ erlands. Deck department thanked for performing duties well. Educa­ tional director said new movies would be purchased and members could make requests. Treasurer re­ ported $50 in ship's fund. Deck del­ egate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT listed by en­ gine and steward delegates. Mem­ bers discussed increasing pension, upgrading optical and dental plans and creating swifter turnover for va­ cation checks. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port: The Netherlands. PK VFILUAM BAUGH (Maersk Lines), September 23 — (Chairman T. An­ derson, Secretary D. Zuls, Educa­ tional Director D. Nance. Chairman said crewmembers must sign cus­ toms form. He reported one movie missing from library. Treasurer said $100 in fund. No beefs or disputed OT. Members asked if they get one hour per week for cleaning living quarters^ Crew asked for vacation, medical and welfare information and forms. Steward department given vote of thanks. Next port: Diego Garcia. • t. RICHARD G. MAmiaSEH (Ocean Car­ riers), September 1 — Chairman William Babbitt, Secretary D. B. Smith, Educational Director D. Leight, Deck Delegate Dana Nunez, Engine Delegate Julian Lopez, Steward Delegate P. Ordansa. Chairman stressed importance of up­ grading at Piney Point. Deck dele­ gate reported promotion of DEU to AB caused dispute on pay rate. En­ gine and steward delegates reported no beefs or disputed OT. Crewmem­ bers reported problem with water al­ ways being brown and suggested tanks be recoated. Crew thanked steward department for fine job. ROBERT L Iff (Waterman Steamship), September 24 — Chairman Mark T. Trepp, Secretary P. L. Hunt, Edu­ cational Director J. Burkett. Chair­ man reported vessel had good trip. Treasurer announced $250 in ship's funds. No beefs or disputed OT listed by departmental delegates. Total of $400 collected from officers and crew for Bernie Guarino me­ morial fund. Secretary noted Guar­ ino, who died suddenly, would be missed by all crewmembers. Next port: Norfolk, VA. SCi-LUV04CHffyfff (Sea-Land Service), September 4 — Chairman Norberto Prats, Secretary Louis Pion, Educa­ tional Director A. Mercado. Chair­ man advised crew on drug test pro­ cedures. No beefs or disputed OT reported from departmental dele­ gates. Vote of thanks given to stew­ ard department. SEi-liUVD CHAUEMGER (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), September 11 — Chairman Roy L. Williams, Secretary George W. Gibbons, Educational Director Charles A. Henley, Steward Dele­ gate Virgilio Rivera. Chairman asked crew to report anything that needs to be fixed. Secretary reported trip is going fine. He said repairmen are aboard for voyage and he hopes they will fix water line in crew's rec­ reation room. Crewmembers would like new furniture for recreation room. Next port: Elizabeth, NJ. Contmued on page 25 -''y ^ r.. ' ^ [r . �N0¥[MB£R,1989 ' ': ^' • est m Continued from page 24 Sa-WID umiopa (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), September 20 — Chairman R.W. Pinkham, Secretary P.P. Lo­ pez, Educational Director M.D. Sabin. Deck Delegate N. Napolitano, Engine Delegate J.D. Howison, Steward Delegate J.E. Dusich. Chairman said ship would pay ofT upon arrival at Tacoma, WA on September 27. Treasurer reported $20 in ship's fund. Steward delegate reported some OT disputed. No problems listed by deck and engine delegates. Crew requested new washing machine and television. Next port: Tacoma, WA. Sa-IAHD OPRCSS (Sea-Land Service), September 29 — Chairman J.M. Ard, Secretary G. Silvey, Educa­ tional Director D. Compeau. Chair­ man reported ship running fine. Treasurer said no money in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT. Crew thanked for keeping ship clean. Crew said captain allowed only one draw for Guam and Kaohsiung, which are five/six days apart. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Next port: Long Beach, CA. Sa-IAHD ParORMUKt (Sea-Land Service), September 11 — Chairman Walter Petty, Secretary Floyd Bishop, Deck Delegate Steve Fabritsis. Engine Delegate M. Lambeth, Steward Delegate Allan Bright. Deck delegate reported some dis­ puted OT. Engine and steward dele­ gates reported no beefs or disputed OT. Crew asked that shower water pressure be fixed. Members asked that AB on wing be moved inside when stack gas is bad. SEA-LUVD VAUli (Sea-Land Service), September 10 — Chairman George Burke, Secretary J. Gonzalez. Sec­ retary reported everything running smoothly on ship. No delegates listed disputed OT or beefs. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Next port: Elizabeth, NJ. Everglades. He asked crewmembers to list questions they have about the new contract. No disputed OT or beefs reported by departmental dele­ gates. Chairman urged members not to loiter in mess hall after eating be­ cause space is limited. Next port: Port Everglades, FL. USMS Sfl4S Bim (Mar Ship Operators), September 14 — Chairman Michael Marquette, Secretary Sharon Ortiz, Deck Delegate John Buckley, En­ gine Delegate Gary Carter, Steward Delegate Jackie Paglinawan. Chair­ man asked for crew's help in be­ coming reacquainted with ship. Sec­ retary thanked crqw for assistance. She noted a revised set of hours and locations for linen exchange had been posted. Educational director urged members to read LOG and upgrade at the Lundeberg School. No disputed OT or beefs reported by delegates. Crew requested an­ swer on question regarding perma­ nent positions: Must vacation be SSH-IAMD HRWUI (Sea-Land Service), September 23 — Chairman Joseph San Filippo, Secretary J. Bayani, Educational Director J. Flynn. Sec­ retary thanked crew for keeping mess and lounge clean. No beefs or disputed OT. Crew asked for return of six-month rotary shipping. De­ partments working to keep outside and inside of ship clean. Steward department thanked for terrific food. Next port: Long Beach, CA. Sa UWD UBiRMJOR (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), September 10 — ChairmaaV.J. Ardowski, Secretary C.M. Modellas, Educational Director E.L. Ford, Deck Delegate J.W. Fultz, Engine Delegate Patrick Lynch, Steward Delegate Tom Marshall. Chairman reminded crew to read Seafarers LOG, especially president's column, for news on union and maritime in­ dustry. He announced ship pay off will be September 11 in Long Beach, CA. Secretary said members very cooperative in keeping crew lounge clean. Departmental dele­ gates reported smooth sailing, no beefs or disputed OT. Next port: Long Beach, CA. S£R-IAND HUUma (Sea-Land Service), September 3 — Chairman A. R. McCree, Secretary W. E. Spratley, Educational Director D. DiSamo, Deck Delegate J. W. Allen, Engine Delegate A. B. Austin, Steward Del­ egate J. Weed. Chairman thanked crew for good trip, saying it was best he had sailed in a long time. Secretary thanked crew for keeping ship clean at all times. Educational director urged those with a drug or alcohol problem to get help. He said he has been straight since seeking treatment at Seafarers addictions re­ habilitation facility at Valley Lee, MD. Treasurer reported $20 in bar­ becue fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported by delegates. Next ports: Tacoma, WA and Yokohama, Japan. Sa-tAMD NRVIGRIOR (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), September 3 — Chairman Peter Bean, Secretary J. Jones, Educa­ tional Director A. Sankolewicz. Chairman said telex sent to San Francisco union hall regarding lack of ice machine for last two trips. Union reported one will be installed when ship arrives in Oakland. Sec­ retary asked for explanation of GUDE duties. Educational director reported chief engineer handling reefers rather than chief electrician. Treasurer reported $64.68 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT. MTD Convention Sets Policy Ooals Continued from page 6 eral, state and local races. Of the 6000 registered lobbyists in Wash­ ington, DC, he said, only 150 are from labor unions. In adopting over 50 resolutions, convention delegates called for an evaluation of the programs needed to maintain the St. Lawrence Sea­ way system at its maximum level. Delegates supported the construc­ tion and full federal funding of a new 1000 foot lock at Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, Coast Guard funding of the icebreaker vessel the Mackinaw and extension of the current agreements that give the domestic steel industry an op­ portunity to modernize thereby increase demand for bulk com­ modity service from the Great Lakes. The delegates also enacted res­ olutions urging an end to unfair subsidies of foreign shipyards, reauthorization of the Export Administration Act to preserve North Slope Alaskan oil for do­ mestic consumption, continued support of a strong cabotage pol­ icy as embodied in the Jones Act, expansion of Jones Act coverage to include the full extent of the U.S. exclusive economic zone, abolishment of factors that allow foreign-flag cruise ships to operate in domestic U.S. waters and pas­ sage of legislation designed to ex­ pand the U.S.-flag passenger fleet. 7^ . ;r: ^ iNiller on Whales The SIU ship's committee on the USNS Silas Bent is joined hy the entire crew for a photo taken September in Yokohama, Japan. The ship's committee is made up of Chairman Michael T. Marquette, Secretary Sharon L. Ortiz, Education Director Jerry A. Rosemeyer, Deck Delegate John C. Buckley, Engine Delegate Gary A. Carter and Steward Delegate Jackie J. Paglinawan. llSMSCM»IVEWfr(Lavino Steamship Company), Sep­ tember 15 — Chairman J. Ross, Secretary M. McDermott, Educational Direc­ tor A. Matos. Chairman dis­ cussed current conditions of ship and crew. He thanked crew for job it has been doing and reminded members to go through departmental delegates to address prob­ lems. He urged members to upgrade at the Luqdeberg On their way to Join the USNS Silas Bent are School. Secretary discussed Jose Manuel Llitera (left) and Eric Emory. The payroll vouchers. He re­ recent Lundeberg School graduates are pictured minded crew to help keep in the Tokyo airport. vessel clean. Crew noted some problems with hot and taken after four months on the ves­ cold water system, galley and elec­ sel or will individual lose permanent tricity. Crewmembers happy to re­ status? port vessel sailing after spending summer in Jacksonville shipyard. USNS Wlim (Lavino Shipping Co.), September 21 — Chairman Tom (ISMS aaiUHD (Sealift Bulkers, Inc.), Trehem, Secretary feurt Lucido, Ed­ September 10 — Chairman F. A. ucational Director Aaron Thompson. Khan, Secretary A. Pinn. Deck del­ Chairman reported morale low be­ egate reported disputed OT with cause of workload doubling. He an­ chief mate defacing OT sheets. nounced garbage separation program Steward delegate noted disputed OT is working and urged members to be involving GSU. Engine delegate did careful when cleaning with industrial not list any beefs or disputed OT. strength ammonia. Educational di­ rector urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer reported $950 USMS lYMa (Mar Ship Operators), in ship's fund. Crew approved party September 7 — Chairman Carmine to be held when vessel arrives in Bova, Secretary D. Velandra, Edu­ Lisbon, Portugal. No beefs or dis­ cational Director Gary Wicket. puted OT. Variety of salads is being Chairman announced new washer served by steward department. Next and dryer ordered. He noted ship port: Lisbon, Portugal. would pay off September 8 in Port Continued from page 15 In my seagoing experience, I was on two ships on which I was directly involved in collisions with whales under such circumstances. One was a Calmar running south along the coast of Mexico at 12 knots. I was on lookout on the bow and watching a large whale swimming directly in front of us which we hit. I had to leap clear of the large tail which flipped above me. Another similar collision oc­ curred on the Isthmian ship Kenyon Victory in the Sea of Turtles off Mexico. Running south at 18 knots I was also on the bow when we hit a whale. The impact caused our speed to drop five revolutions. On one occasion a boarding pi­ lot at Balboa informed us that a whale was stuck on our bow which accounted for the slow down in our speed for almost two days. On yet another occasion, we were informed by the linemen in Anchorage, AK while docking there on a Sea-Land ship that there was a whale stuck on our bow. V Fred T. MiUer Castle Rock, Washington Editor's Note: The LOG would like to hear from seamen who have also had first hand experience with whale collisions. Brother Miller raises a good point, seamen should be consulted. The LCXJ would like to document a number of cases involving whales striking ships to forward to the University of Cal­ ifornia's marine biology depart­ ment. *45 7J 7 'V4, v. ;v, �easaagi SSAFAHeRS 26 ::-.l'., • • FRANK BARON Frank Baron, 76, passed away October 10. The deck department veteran, known to his friends as "Red," served in the Navy fi-om 1930 to 1935. He became an SIU member in March of 1939 at the jwrt of New York. Early in his career, the English-bom Biaron sailed from the port of Baltimore. He participated in the Murmansk mn during World War II. At the time of his retirement in January of 1973, Brother Baron sailed from the port of San Francisco. He is survived by two brothers, William and Norman. Jf--- liaiva-,. .if'i .?i»*n • •• ••••',, fe. • . ''fV'' r :^fe PAUL T. BOUDREAUX Paul T. Boudreaux, 68, died October 13. The Louisiana native received his SIU book in August of 1942 at the port of New Orleans. He sailed in the deck department primarily from the port of New Orleans until he retired in May of 1976. His wife, Ruth, survives him. BERNARD P. BURKE Bernard P. Burke, 72, passed away October 16. Brother Burke was bom in Indiana. He began his SIU career in December of 1948 at the port of San Francisco. He sailed in the steward department until his retirement in May of 1976. Gl^RGE DANIELS JR. George Daniels Jr., 72, died September 7. Bora in Pantego, NC, Brother Daniels served in the Army from 1941 to 1945. He later served in the Coast Guard. The engine department seafarer joined the SIU in February of 1946 at the port of Norfolk. He assisted the union in the 1962 Moore McCormick-Robin Line beef. He is survived by his wife, Lillian. JACK B. DAVIS Jack B. Davis, 71, passed away August 15. He served in the Army from 1941 to 1945. The Madisonville, TX native graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in New York in June of 1964. Brother Davis upgraded to QMED at the Lundebeig School in 1974 before he retired in December of 1982. ARCHIE E. DELANEY Archie E. Delaney, 73, died October 27. The Alabama native served in the United States Marine Corps from 1936 to 1938. He became a member of the union in October of 1955 at the port of New York. Early in his engine department career. Brother Delaney sailed on Alcoa and Waterman vessels. He received his first pension check in February of 1978. RAMON FERRERA Ramon Ferrera, 68, passed away November 21, 1988. Brother Ferrera sailed for 42 years before he retired in 1978 as a bosun. He shipped from the ports of Mobile and New Orleans. He saved the life of a fellow shipmate in the early I970's. Ferrera is survived by his wife, Elsie, and daughter, Irene Elizabeth. LOUIS A. GARDIER Louis A. Gardier, 72, died October 9. The steward department pensioner was bora in the Caribbean nation of Trinidad & Tobago when it was part of the British West Indies. He joined the SIU in March of 1947 at the port of New York. Brother Gardier retired in December of 1982. His wife, Rosaline, survives him. WILLIAM M- IL^ William M. Hand, 75, passed away September 26. The McDavid, FL native served in the Army from 1940 to 1945. Brother Hand received his SIU book in October 1954 at the port of New Orleans. His stepson, Lee M. Castro, was a 1963 recipient of the union's scholarship program. Brother Hand worked in the steward department before retiring in December of 1978. He is survived by his wife, Mary Lee. BO KARLSSON Bo Karlsson, 66, died September 2. Bora in Sweden, Brother Karlsson. )ecame an SIU member in July of 1951 afthe port of Baltimore. He took part in the 1961 New York Harbor strike. Karlsson upgraded to become a recertified bosun in 1975 at the Lundeberg School. He started receiving his pension in August of 1982. BURRIS MAXWELL Burris Mjixwell, 77, passed away June 16. The deck department seafarer was bora in New Jersey and served in the Army from 1930 to 1933. He joined the union in December of 1938 at the port of Mobile. Brother Maxwell retired in November of 1974. His wife, Ethel, survives him. LUCIAN B. MOORE Lucian B. Moore, 81, died October 25. The Tennessee native sailed in the steward department. Brother Moore was one of the union's first members, signing on with the SIU in November of 1938 at the port of Mobile. Brother Moore retired in September of 1975. MARTIN PYKE Martin Pyke, 71, passed away at his Fort Lauderdale, FL home on July 20. The Philadelphia native sailed several decades with the SIU before retiring in June of 1984. He is survived by his wife, Kathryn, and son, Marty. WILFRED SCHOENBORN Wilfred Schoenbora, 84, died August 28. He was torn in Dresden, Germany. Brother Schoenbora became an SIU member in May of 1946 at the port of New York. He sailed in the deck department. He walked the 1961 New York Harbor picket line. Pensioner Schoenbora retired in June of 1968. EDWARD D. SYNAN Edward D. Synan, 59, passed away August 10. The Fall River, MA native served in the Navy from 1948 to 1953 and the Army from 1956 to 1958. He graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School at the port of New York during 1960. In December of 1974, Brother Synan received a letter of commendation from Delta Lines for his work as a chief electrician. He began receiving his pension in April of 1985. Inland STEVEN CRAWFORD Steven Crawford, 52, died September 13. Bora in Pearl River, LA, Pensioner Crawford served in the Army before joining the SIU in April of 1%2 at the port of New Orleans. He worked in the engine department on Dixie Carriers vessels. Crawford up^ded at the Lundebeig School in June of 1973. He retired in February of 1988. His wife, Merrian, survives him. LOUIS A. DEHON JR. Louis A. Dehon Jr., 67, passed away October 11. He served in the Navy from 1941 to 1945. Boatman Dehon became a union member in January of 1971 in his native New Orleans. He worked on Crescent Towing tugs. Dehon attended a 1977 union education conference at the Lundeberg School in Piney Point, MD. He began receiving his pension in November of 1986. CECIL R. EVANS Cecil R. Evans, 65, died Au^st 7. The Freeport, FL native worked in the deck department for Radcliffe Towing. He joined the SIU in September of 1977 at the port of Mobile. Boatman Evans retired in May of 1988. HORACE W. HODGES Horace W. Hodges, 89, passed away September 1. Bora in Mathews, VA, Boatman Hodges obtained his SIU book in September of 1961 at the port of Norfolk. He sailed as captain on Curtis Bay Towing vessels. Brother Hodges retired in September of 1974. He is survived by his wife, Liicy. MILTON A. LIRETTE Milton A. Lirette, 66, died September 11. The deck department boatman was bora in Thibodaux, LA. He joined the SIU in August of 1960 at the port of Houston. Brother Lirette was sailed on Dixie Carriers and National Marine tugs. He began drawing his pension in March of 1988. His wife, Janie, survives him. EMILIO MARTINEZ EmUio Martinez, 63, passed away June 2. Bora in Vega Alta, PR, Boatman Martinez bec^e an SIU member in December of 1977 at the port of San Juan. He worked in the deck department for Crowley Towing. He is survived by his wife, Carmel Luisa. WALTER J. MICHAELKIEWCZ Walter J. Michaelkiewcz, 64, died in the month of August. He served in the Air Force from 1942 to 1963. Boatman * Michaelkiewcz joined the union in September of 1972 in his native Baltimore. He worked on Harbor Towing vessels during much of his maritime career. Pensioner Michaelkiewcz retired in March of 1985. KENNETH J. NELSON SR. Kenneth J. Nelson Sr., 69, passed away September 13. The Humboldt, TN native acquired his SIU book in May of 1957 at the port of Houston. He worked in the engine department on G & H Towing tugs. Boatman Nelson retired in October of 1979. He is survived by his wife, Maijorie. JAMES R. SAYWARD James R. Say ward, 65, died August 25. The Massachusetts native served in the Marine Corps from 1942 to 1945. He joined the SIU in September of 1968 at the port of Chicago and sailed in the deck department. Boatman Sayward began his retirement in April of 1986. His wife, Dorothy, survives him. ADAM S. SCHULTZ Adam S. Schultz, 78, passed away October 11. He was bora in Maryland. Boatman Schultz became an SIU member in December of 1956 at the port of Baltimore. He worked as a bargeman for the Western Maryland Railroad. Brother Schultz retired in August of 1973. He is survived by his wife, Esther. Great Lakes WILLIAM J. HEARNS JR. WilUam J. Hearas Jr., 53, died August 18. He joined the SIU in July of 1961 in his native Cleveland. Brother Hearas was an active deckhand for Great Lakes Towing at the time of his death. His wife, Helen, survives him. Railroad Marine MARTIN NICOLICH Martin Nicolich, 78, passed away June 19. TTie Austrianbora deckhand became a member of the SIU in July of 1960 at the port of New York. He worked on New Haven Railroad vessels. Brother Nicolich retired in February of 1977. He is survived by his wife, Margaret. DONALD E. RICHARDSON Donald E. Richardson, 78, died June 6 at Valley Hospital in Ridgewood, NJ. The deckhand for the ErieLackawanna Railroad was bora in Stonington, MA. He became an SIU member in November 1963 at the port of New York. Brother Richardson was buried at the George Washington Memorial Park at Paramus, NJ. He is survived by his wife, Helen. JOHN J. RYAN John J. Ryan, 67, passed away August 7 at Mercy Hospital in Rockville Centre, NY. The Brooklyn native joined the union in July 1960 at the port of New York. He sailed in the deck department for the Pennsylvania, and later Penn Central, Railroad. He was buried August 11 at the Cemetery of the Holy Rood, Westbury, NY. His wife, Veronica, survives him. r, - Vi'-v,. ''Hi... ~ '•»- �'• ' taC-I •••••'" MOVmBER, 1989 -Si. :;:.r.'fUvi;;: •P QMED—Any Rating February 19 May II Fireman/Watertender and Oiler January 8 February 16 Marine Electrical Maintenance March 2 January 8 Marine Electronics Technician March 30 January 8 Diesel Engine Techncdogy January 8 February 2 January 8 Hydraulics , : February 2 Welding January 8 March 2 yyj^l students in the Ehgirie O^ will have a two week : •familiarization class at the end of their regidar course. Ml AtimK 4i* eNnrf fifnmiiiluJbimitm^ rif December 1989-February 1990 schedule for December 1989— , , - • F^ruary 1990 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's neieds. ' PLEASE NOTE: Att members are required to t^ fir^fi^^ng ivL^ the Lundeberg SckotU. Chedc-In Date February 5 January 22 February 19 December 4 January 22 January 29 Course Able Seaman Lifeboatman March 16 February 2 March 2 Simulator Shiphandiing December 15 Febniary 2 Third Mate May 11 Upon completion of course, the Sealift Operations & Maintenance course must be taken. : '''l"' • v. The Adult Education courses of Adult Basic Education (ABE), High ; School Equivalency (GED) and English As A Secqnd Language (ESL) are s six weeks in length. ; Check-In Completion Couree imte Date High School Equivalency (GED) January 8 February ID Adult Basic Education (ABE) January 8 February 9 English as a Second Language (ESL) January 8 February 9 |i: Completion •Date-'-V ii February 12 January 8 January 29 Course February 16 The Developmental Studies Claiss (DVS) will be offered one week prior to some of the upgrading classes. • ^'• Checfc-in C6ni|rieiflon •IsS® Course Date Date , ^Assistant Cocdt, Cook and B^dker All open-ended (contact admission^ v Chief Cook, Chief Steward office for startii^ date) ' students in the Steward Program will have a two week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. Oil Spill Prevention & Containment (1 week) Address(City) • Yes Telephone. (Zip Code) No^ CPR: • Yes No • ^^^; Primary Language Spoken ' With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You must also submit a COPY of the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, as well as, a COPY of your clinic card. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule until this is received. (Area Code) VESSEL RATING HELD DATE SHIPPED DATE OF DISCHARGE Book #. Social Security #_ DepartmenL Seniority Veteran of U.S. Armed Forces: • Yes • No U.S. Citizen: • Yes • No • ^ DECK • AB/Sealifl • I.si Class Pilot Are you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: • Yes •No (If yes, fill in below) Trainee Program: From. Last grade of school completed. SIGNATURE. I Am inlcrcslcd in Ihc Following Coursc(s) Cheeked Below or Indicated Here if Not l.isled Endorsement(s) or Licegse(s) Now Held- • Third Male • Radar Observer Unlimited • Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course to (dales allended) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses: • Yes •No/ (if yes, fill in below) Course(s) Taken. February 23 Mo./Day/Year Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your applica­ tion will not be processed. Home Port— •iS:. No • Firefighting: • Yes (Slreel) (Slate) February 19 Date Available for training Date of Birth 1 Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement: UpgnuBng ApplitaHoa (Middle) Completion Date March 5 IKIS^Cmse SOFJUtiRS mirnUMDlBiRG SCHOOL OF SamUNSHIP (Firsll Che(ck-In Date January 29 Course Steward Recertification tfaanrfna Cbwses (Last) ENGINE r,.- .• •.V March 23 January 19 h^nms Name. WiS' -Ja." / Sdi^h •« i".' ''aia;4-^ ^I^Ehlpegaa . \ • , • Sv®!-:* 'i" .S- t: .. • FOWT • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) • Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation DATE. • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance Electro-Hydraulic Systems Automation Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility • Cook and Baker • Chief Cook • Chief Steward • Towboat Inland Cook ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding • Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) Q High School Equivalency Program (GED) • Developmental Studies (DVS) • English as a Second Language (ESL) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation COLLEGE PROGRAM Q Associates in Arts Degree •'Certificate Programs No transportation will be paid unless you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center. Piney Point. MD. 20674 10/89 •mmm. ' ' .'-I" .I-'"' ' • • �• ' -ir. . 1 iff'.I^MVTWTDi^n fiR'fliiMWil'IMiWIB—W1 pi-# HAVE YOU SEEN THIS CHILD? ,51 American Eagle Crew and Soviet Seamen Meet On Soccer Field SlU members had their turn to experience "glasnost" when American Eagle crewmembers were challenged to a soccer match by Soviet merchant seamen, re­ ported Chief Steward Frank Costango in an interview with the LOG earlier this month. The American mariners won one round and the Soviets the other in soccer games held at the Swedish Seamen's Center in Goteberg, Sweden. The Eagle crew lost its first match, 3-1, to the Belgrad's seafarers but came back six days later to defeat the Leningradskaga Slava team, 3-2. The Eagle was in port for re­ pairs. The vessel was docked for two weeks allowing the crew to get acquainted with the area. Bosun Billy Eastwood and Costango served as the Eagle team's coaches. .''ii i;--(' ' ri • ; If .vf.'•SV V C.A. ; fI'Ai' ...: a. • ' M. i:. J: ^ ''' ' ' Chief Steward Frank Costango (right) prepares another helping of ribs for the picnic following the American Ease's victory. He is helped by a representative of the Swedish Seamen's Club. SIU crewmembers treated the defeated Soviets to an Americanstyle picnic after the second game. Costango and Chief Cook Cal­ vin Hazard fed approximately 80 sailors from India, Sweden, Bel­ gium, Denmark as well as the Soviet crew. "They ate 60 pounds of ribs, 60 pounds of chicken, 30 pounds of Cheryl Ann Ffders The American Eagle soccer squad (white jerseys) pose with,thdr Soviet mariner counterparts: the Belgrad (top) and the Leningradskag Slava (bottom). hot dogs, tubs of cole slaw, mac­ aroni salad, potato salad and beer and soft drinks," Costango said. "We worked from 1300 to 2200 cooking and serving with the help of the seamen's club. "Then the Soviets became our guests at a local nightclub. They had no money and had to get permission to stay out with us until 0100." Costango said the games be­ tween American and Soviet play­ ers were a first for the Swedish Seamen's Center International Seamen's Olympics. He reported a great time was had by all. Cheryl Ann Peters has been ^missing for five years. She left I home one night aftier a fiaucnily ar%ument, and hasn't been s^^ Il iSaie was nearly 15 when aChe was M: Jleported missing. But like many I such cases, the police aUid the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children still continue to publicize the facts surrounding her disai^arance. Case officer Lt. David Sackett of the Rochester, MN Police Degiaitmeiit continues to recdve tips ^ hier possible whereabouts. : "We'll never put the case to «,^st until she's found," says Sack; ett. The officer notes thatmany missing child or young adult cases have been open for much longer than five years. But, he said, one ^ ^onymqus tip or a decision by the runaway child can resolve a cUse quickly. ; Cheryl Ann is now a young woman, and inay look quite dif­ ferent from her picture. However, she has certain identifying marks that would not have changed: a faint scar below her eye brow, a planter's wart on the bottom of her left foot, pierced ears which had heal^ over and a scar on her upper left arm. ANYONE HAVING INFORMATION SHOULD OMAa Nilioal CcUir far Misn^ wi EiiiMMCIUrci 9 •: &:•? •• -\-.;U fv r|!- ifi ^ vmi v. - •' 4 Jte#' •'-/ . irm- Third Mate Sndahr Brown (Ml) relaxes with Able Seamen Thomas Johnsoa IUMI Robert Ashcom after the American E:^'s victory over the i-ii^i^ MliTlrneii Siava's soccer team. '-V As Chief Steward Frank Costango prepares another mder, AB's Robert Ashcom (seated, left) and Wayne Proudlove (standing, left) and Boson Billy Eastwood (in hat) talk with a representative of the Swedish Seamen^s Club. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1980-1989 Description An account of the resource Volumes XLII-LI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. 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Title A name given to the resource November 1989 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES MTD MAPS ‘COMPREHENSIVE’ MARITIME POLICY POLISH SOLIDARITY OFFICIALS STUDY SIU, TRAINING PROGRAM SIU HAILS POLISH UNION, SOLIDARITY, IN SHIPBOARD CEREMONY DETROIT INTERVIEWS SELLMAN PANAMA DEBACLE EXPOSES PHONY THEORY OF ‘EFFECTIVE U.S. CONTROL’ U.S. POLICY LABELS SHIPS FLYING THE PANAMANIAN-FLAG AS ‘EFFECTIVELY CONTROLLED’ FOR MILITARY PURPOSES ‘EFFECTIVE CONTROL’ PROVES TO BE A SHAM IN CRISIS SITUATIONS HOW EUSC POLICY GOT ITS START BIENNIAL MTD CONVENTION DELEGATES URGE PASSAGE OF NATIONAL SHIPPING AND SHIPBUILDING POLICY AFL-CIO DELEGATES HONOR LECH WALESA ADMINISTRATION UNVEILS NATIONAL SEALIFT POLICY STUDY BLASTS SAFETY RECORD OF FOREIGN-FLAG CRUISE SHIPS ITF GENERAL SECRETARY UPHOLDS IMU SUSPENSION MEL PELFREY OF D2 MEBA DIES AT 59 COAST GUARD PROPOSES NEW TANKERMAN AND Z-CARD RULES SENATE LEADER BACKS DOWN ON CARGO PREFERENCE FIGHT SIU GOV’T SERVICES DIVISION LENDS HAND IN EARTHQUAKE CLEAN-UP SIU MEMBER IS NATO SCHOLAR USNS DIEHL CREW GIVES TOURS OF SHIP SIU HAS KEY ROLE IN ‘HOUSING NOW’ MARCH BREAUX BILL WOULD EXCLUDE MARITIME FROM TRADE TALKS BOSUN TONY LEO TURNS TRASH TO GOLD SELLMAN: “THE SPIRIT CREW WAS TERRIFIC’ MARITIME UNIONS URGE APPLICATION OF U.S. LABOR LAWS TO SHIPS OF RUNAWAY REGISTRIES LUNDEBERG SCHOOL CITED AS MODEL TRAINING FACILITY COURT RULES VACATION BENEFITS CAN BE GARNISHED OVERSEAS ALICE CREW MEMBERS COMMENDED BY U.S. NAVY CROWLEY AMBASSADOR CREW HAS BRIEF STOP IN PORT EVERGLADES MTD PORT COUNCILS HONOR FRIENDS OF MARITIME TRADE UNION LEADER FROM SPAIN LOOKS TO SIU’S SCHOOL FOR IDEAS NEW PHONE NUMBER FOR SIU P.R. HALL AMERICAN EAGLE CREW AND SOVIET SEAMEN MEET ON SOCCER FIELD C.A. PETERS LEFT HOME 5 YEARS AGO Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 11/1/1989 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 51, No. 11 1989 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/ff7cf86ecf66039c9ff99f83f499a704.PDF 41f2ae88bfbfede371fd34e5459bfc36 PDF Text Text '•;' ' ' ^ ^••' 'J_ .v.'V :i', . '•V./" SEAEmERS December, 198i Volume 51, Number 12 Maritime Overseas Takes Over SIU Crews Han Two Former Exxon Tankers After almost a decade of being Exxon company ships, two tankers are plying the waters of the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico under new ownership by Maritime Overseas with SIU crews aboard. The newly named Over­ seas Philadelphia and Overseas New Orleans crewed in the. port of Norfolk last month after being refurbished. They are running from Lake Charles, LA and Port Ar­ thur, TX to New York, Provi­ dence, RI and Portland, ME car­ rying heating oil for Exxon. '• The vessels are operated by Maritime Overseas of New York. The tankers were built in 1982 for Exxon, but the energy company has been reducing its fleet by sell­ ing several of its tankers in the wake of the Exxon Valdez oil spill in March. Joe Perez, SIU representative in the port of Houston, recently Four views of the Overseas Philadelphia, one of two former Exxon tankers that have become part of the Maritime Overseas fleet. Continued on page 3 SIU Retiree Sokol, Who Escaped Nazis, Gets Bid To Return to Native Poland ''i t. , VPO'.- : After fifty years, Stanley Sokol, who joined the SIU in 1941, is returning to his native Poland. The retired bosun was personally in­ vited by Solidarity leader Lech Walesa. Sokol will be returning to his native Poland for the first time since escaping from Poland two days before the Nazis invaded his homeland. Sokol boarded the Polish pas­ senger ship, the Batoroy, as an able seaman. The vessel was in the port of Gdynia, Poland. The date was August 30, 1939. It is a date he remembers well as it was the last time he saw his native Poland. Today, Sokol is preparing to go home. Next spring, the 80-year- Stanley Sokol, a retired SIU bosun, meets Solidarity leader Lech Walesa at the AFL-CIO Coiivention last month. • old retired bosun will accept the invitation of Solidarity leader Lech Walesa and other members of the free Polish labor union who re­ cently visited SIU facilities in Camp Springs and Piney Point, MD. He plans to live in Gdansk because it is a port city and "I want to help Solidarity. Tm 80 and 1 have a few more years to go." Sokol met Walesa at the biennial AFL-CIO convention held in Washington, D.C. last month. Upon hearing about the struggles of Polish seamen to develop a militant, independent status in the face of government-controlled Continued on page 3 �'Ml President's Report V-;. • ••••--• This may be the time for the United States to start showing its flag. Showing it around the world, that is, as a means of reminding people of America's presence and influence for good. For America, the world around us as we prepare for the year 1990 is a vastly different one than we faced at the beginning of 1989. Most striking is the unexpected bloodless revolution that is taking place in Eastern Europe, where the hunger for democracy appears to have the communist hacks on the run. How these fast moving developments in Poland, Czechoslovakia, Hungary and East Germany will wind up is not certain, of course, but whether the current movements towards full democracy continue or whether they are tem­ porarily halted or crushed, the future of the United States, as well as much of the rest of the world, will be greatly affected. As more and more of the oppressed peoples of the world press for the freedoms of which the United States stands as the great symbol, America should move out front, playing a strong, visible role as the world's leading power. That is where the idea of showing the stars and stripes to people everywhere comes in, particularly wherever we are acting to assist these peoples in their search for freedom and improved standards of living. Perhaps the most effective and practical means of showing the flag is through the use of American ships, sailing under American regis­ try, manned by Americans and flying the stars and stripes. It is an indisputable fact that the United States inspires oppressed peoples the world over to seek freedom and democracy and that we are willing to tax ourselves to pay for programs of aid and assistance in improving their standard of living. • It naturally follows that the United States would be foolish to step out of the picture when actual contact is made on delivery of aid material to the beneficiary nations, as would have happened if the first cargo of aid to the Poles had been delivered aboard a vessel of Liberian or other bargain basement registry, instead of the U.S.-flag, SlU-manned Spirit of Texas. The great exchange of good wishes and goodwill between the Polish recipients of the cargo and the Ameri­ can seafarers who handed it over would have been lost, and the United States would have failed to promote its interests. In this Changing world, America must actively sell itself and show­ ing the flag can be a simple but effective way to do so. One way would be for the government to develop and support programs that would utilize U.S.-registered vessels to the maximum extent possible in the carriage of our imports and exports. ^ •,•"1 •. •-'V • -/- nmMM ^ ^ As we look ahead to the 1990's, there are clear signs the United States is going to have to be on its toes if its interests are to be protected. For one thing, we'll be faced with most of Western Europe in one market, acting as one to enhance their collective interests. That is going to present a big challenge and a lot of problems to the United States as it tries to avoid being cut out of the world market place. There: is talk of a single merchant fleet to serve the European Community, perhaps under a Euro-flag. This could mean the consol­ idation of the some 2000 ships that now make up the fleets under the flags of West Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, the United King­ dom, Denmark, France and Spain. What kind of additional problems this could present for the free market theory cannot be pinpointed yet, but Uncle Sam would do well to start thinking about preserving the American-flag fleet in face of these challenges. Very likely many of the American-flag operators are watching events as we are and planning to mount efforts to effect more favorable and equitable merchant marine or maritime programs by the administration. For its part, the SIU will be working diligently at the Washington level with all those who share our feeling that America needs a balanced fleet of ships, manned by American sea­ men, as a matter of economic and military necessity. It's scholarship time again for eligible Seafarers and the children of Seafarers. Details appear elsewhere in the LOG, but I want to urge all those who are qualified to file an application. Announcement of the scholarship winners will be made by a select committee of educators in May. m- 4; ^ Finally, let me take this opportunity to wish all Seafarers and their families a joyous holiday season and extend my best wishes for a . healthy and happy new year. The Deacon's SIU crew is pictured above with SIU Assistant Vice President Dean Corgey (right). From left to right, crewmemhers are Captain L.R. "Bohhy" Sarvis, Chief Engineer Jimmy Payne, DEU David Beit and AB Raymond "Mugsy" McGuire. SIU Men Crew New Tugboat The SlU-crewed Deacon, a Suderman & Young owned tug­ boat operated by G&H Towing, was christened earlier this month in Galveston, TX. The state-of-the-art tug will be used for harbor docking work in the Gulf. Constructed by Main Iron Works of Houma, LA, it is a twin screw tug with a maximum operating draft of 16 feet arid a free running speed in excess of 12 knots. The main engines can de­ velop 3900 horsepower at 900 rpm. The Deacon's stack profile has been lowered to, provide unre­ stricted visibility from the wheel house while the two main and four flanking rudders give the vessel expanded maneuverability. The Deacon crewmembers are pleased the vessel is air condi­ tioned and heavily insulated with noise abating materials. The vessel is named in honor of J.N. Rayzor, a Denton County, TX business, civic and religious leader known as "The Deacon." Rayzor family members have been among the tug industry's pioneers in the Gulf region. SIU members crew tugboats op­ erated by the G«&.H Towing com­ pany. G&H vessels work primar­ ily in the Texas Gulf waters. Index to LOG Features Page COBRA Notice19 Dispatchers' Report/Deep Sea 18 Dispatchers' Report/Inland .19 Dtepatchers' Report/Great Lakes l9 Final Departures .............................22 Know Your Rights.......................................17 Legal Aid Directory,17 Letters to the Elditor ....................................,16 Lundeherg School Application .23 Lundeherg School Course Schedule .; .23 Lundeherg School Graduates .16 Meeting Notice 19 Pensioners ....!!!!!!ll Pei^nals .t 19 Ships hfiniites*20j21 Union Hall Directory 18 Volume 51, Number 12 December, 1989 The LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-^lass postage paid at MSG Prince Georges, Maryland 20790-9998 and f POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the LUG, 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. President, Michael Sacco; Secretary-Treasurer, Joe DiGlorgio; Executive President Collective Bargaining, Angus Oampbeil; Vme President Atlantic Coast, Jack Caffey; Vice President v,w ^'ce President West Coast, George McCartney; SprviV f,"^ Inland Waters, John Fay; Vice President Government Services, Roy "Buck" Mercer. nwTn Director, Jessica Smith; Associate Editors, Daniel Duncan. Max Hall and Deborah Greene, Design, William Brower. -x-is. �--W-r . 4^.. mm mau mmmm OCitatBER, 1989 former Exxon Tankers Added to Maritime Overseas Fleet Continued from page I visited the Overseas Philadelphia during its first call to the Cities Service dock in Lake Charles, LA. "This is a very good and very clean ship," he reported to the Seafarers LOG. "The crew is happy. The ship has a good bunch of guys." Kenneth McGregor, 53, said he Bosun Ken McGregor relaxes in the crew lounge after the Overseas Philadelphia docked in Lake Charles, LA. looks forward to the challenges he will face as bosun on the Overseas Philadelphia. McGregor has been sailing on tankers out of the West Coast in the 1980's, working pri­ marily on vessels operated by JOT and Bay Tankers. He was the bosun on the Thompson Pass, which was on the Alaska run when the Exxon Valdez ran aground. "After discharging in Long Beach, we sailed for Valdez, our regular run," McGregor remem­ bered. "We were anchored for eight days outside the Valdez har­ bor while the Exxon Valdez was taken off the rocks. I got to see the disaster firsthand." McGregor recently was at Piney Point to take the oil spill preven­ tion class and to attend the AFLCIO convention in Washington. The bosun began his SIU career in the late 1950's. He has served as a union official in the ports of Chief cook Roderick Bright prepares hamburgers for lunch in the galley of the Overseas Philadelphia while it docked in Norfolk where many SIU crewmemhers signed on. San Francisco, Seattle and Wil­ mington. According to Maritime Over­ seas, a round trip for the tankers will take approximately 14 days, which includes loading and un- •,>w' loading times. The ships are 42,000 dead weight tons. They are 658 feet in length with 90-foot beams. The vessels have a capacity of approximately 306,000 barrels of oil. Dream Conies True for Bosun Stanley Soke! Continued from page I shipping, Sokol decided he wanted to lend a hand. Sokol has been following the news from Poland, keeping up with the rise, fall and ultimate success of the Solidarity move­ ment in overthrowing the Com­ munist government. He is moved to tears when he thinks about what Solidarity has accomplished. "I never figured I could go back," he said. "After the Com­ munists took over from the Nazis, I never knew if I could be safe going back." He was born Stanley Sokolwski on May 1, 1910 in Krakow. He started sailing in 1925 on Scandi­ navian vessels until that fateful trip in 1939. Sokol said that he purposely transferred to the Batoroy. "I was sent a telegram to take the AB job. The younger men had been mobilized for war and the ship needed experienced seamen. We knew war was going to start any minute." The Batoroy carried 800 Amer­ ican citizens as passengers, 300 more than capacity, when it set sail. It was the last passenger ves­ sel to escape before the Germans invaded Poland on September 1. On August 31, the vessel picked up another 100 U.S. citizens in Copenhagen, Denmark. As it was leaving, the Batoroy was asked to identify itself and its cargo by a Nazi warship. When the Polish captain announced the vessel car­ ried American passengers, the Ba­ toroy was allowed to pass. "The next morning, we got word about the invasion," Sokol re­ membered. "We stopped in Cher­ bourg, France to pick up 50 Ca­ nadians, then headed for the Atlantic." German ships and U-boats al­ ready were sinking Allied vessels. The Polish passenger ship main- m- • - i 3# • Vf For recent Lundeherg School grad­ uates D. Carlton (left) and J. Reyes, the Overseas Philadelphia is their first trip. They are working as deck engine utilities. Retired Bosun Stanley Sokol served as a sergeant-at-arms at last month's AFL-CIO convention. Above, Sokol distributes material to the delegates. tained a blackout and zigzagged across the ocean to Newfoundland where two U.S. destroyers es­ corted the Batoroy to Halifax and New York City. Sokol joined the SIUNA's affil­ iate, the Sailors Union of the Pa­ cific, in 1940 in the port of San Francisco. The next year he signed on with the SIU. Sokol's World War II action in the merchant marine took him all oyer the world. He was onboard a ship that took 3000 Marines to New Guinea in the South Pacific. He was in the fleet that landed Allied forces at Naples, Italy. And, he returned to Cherbourg, France on the Cape Mohican for the DDay landings. Sokol lost his family to the Na­ zis during the war. He found out the sad news in 1946 from the International Red Cross. "When people say those mas­ sacres didn't take place, I tell them I know they did. I saw a camp in Australia with 5000 Polish children-^iphans—^who did not know v/here their parents were or if they were alive. I saw another camp of children in India." Sokol said he would go back to Krakow to try to find any distant relatives. Sokol became an American cit­ izen in 1953. However, under Pol­ ish law, he still is a Polish citizen. Before retiring in 1975, Sokol rode vessels that took part in the Korean and Viet Nam conflicts. In fact, he served as bosun on the Sea-Land Beauregard that ran shuttles from large Sea-Land ves­ sels in the Camranh Bay to Da Nang and Saigon, Viet Nam. Sokol sailed from almost all the SIU's ports. "I went where I could work, I didn't like to wait for jobs," he said. SIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco described Sokol as one of the union's greatest bosuns. "I remember paying off ships on which Stanley sailed as bosun. He ran a clean ship, no beefs. Stanley knew how to settle problems," said Sacco. When asked for a highlight of his union career, Sokol re­ sponded, "I'm glad I joined the SIU. The union has taken good care of me," QMED Monte Beck and AB R.A. Roman aboard the Philadelphia. SA Curtis (Fred) Spencer waits to serve another crewmember in the niiladelphia's galley. VVKV, �.V--^...,'.V-.',. Ws/k.'} Applkations Available For Union's 1990 Siholarship Program '''.. - •'f M Seafarers and their children who have the qualifications and who are thinking about con­ tinuing their education at the college level now can apply for the union's 1990 scholarship program. The scholarship program is designed to ease the financial burden of college for SIU members and their families. In 1990, six awards will be granted, four to children of Seafarers and two to active SIU members. Scholarship program application forms will be available January 1,1990, the SIU announced this month. Accompanying the forms is detailed information on how to apply for the program and eligibility requirements. The scholarship materials are available at any SIU union hall. In addition, prospective appli­ cants can request a copy by writing the Seafarers Welfare Plan, Scholarship Program, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 or completing and mailing the request form in the Seafarers LOG. -'.V Jsv • v if If: Four-Year Scholarship Is $15,000 The scholarships for dependents of union members awarded in 1990 will be in the amount of $15,000, payable over four years in four installments of $3,750. Two SIU members will be awarded $6,000, paid in two equal amounts over two years. Applications must be postmarked on or before April 15, 1990. An impartial committee of professional educators from colleges and uni­ versities will review the applications and ac­ companying documentation and select the 1990 scholarship awardees. The results of the com­ mittee's selection process will be announced in May. The SIU Scholarship Program began in 1952. Since its inception, 184 scholarships have been awarded. It has produced from SIU ranks, engineers, teachers, doctors, lawyers, phar­ macists, computer specialists, scientists, librar­ ians and a federal magistrate (see accompanying story). Most scholarship winners credit the help of the SIU program with providing them an opportunity to pursue their education. I; f ••; SafARERSLOG rrt^ ;?;?•'V'"' -• Scholarship Program For Members and Their Dependents Pick up your SIU Scholarship information hooklef and application at any union hull or send in a request for a copy to the Seafarers Welfare Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. April 15, 1990 is the submission deadline. zIL Clip and Send I Mail to the SIU Scholarship Program Seafarers Welfare Flan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 I Please send me the 1990 SIU Scholarship Program booklet which contains eligibility I information, procedures for applying and 1 the application form. 1 Name I I I I I f I I Book Number Address City, State, Zip Code i Telephone Number — I This application is for (self) I L. (dependent) 1966 SIU Scholarship Winner Now a United States Magistrate Federal magistrate Tommy Miller is pictured in his chambers in Norfolk, VA. The son of SIU pensioner Captain Elmer Miller, the judge was one of the 1966 union scholarship program winners. Miller went to work for the federal court The first telegram Tommy E. Miller received system later that year. Starting as an Assistant in his life was when he was 17. "I answered United States Attorney for the Eastern District the phone and the voice at the other end said, of Virginia, Norfolk Division, he investigated T have a telegram for Tommy Miller.' 'Why, and prosecuted a wide variety of violations of that's me,' I said, and I asked her to read it to me over the phone. It turned out to be the federal law. For three years he served as the lead attorney for the Organized Crime Drug notice from the union that I had been awarded Enforcement Task Force of the district. the scholarship. It was the greatest feeling." In '87, Miller was sworn in as a United States Now a United States Magistrate, Tommy E. Magistrate for the U.S. District Court for the Miller was the first person in his family to go Eastern District of Virginia. Magistrates serve to college. Because his father. Captain Elmer eight-year terms after appointment by a majority E. Miller, was an SIU member. Tommy Miller vote of the judges of the court. Among Judge could apply for the union's scholarship. A Miller's duties as a magistrate are the holding winning combination of good grades, hard work of hearings and trials, issuance of warrants, and the union scholarship paved the way for conducting investigations and conferences. Miller's college degree. Judge Miller finds the variety of his work Captmn Miller, now 62 and retired from the fascinating. "This week for instance," he said, union for two years, remembers coming home had an admiralty case involving a tug "I've one day after work and seeing his son Tommy tow, today I have a criminal case, Friday I hear and his wife Joyce dancing around the kitchen a civil case involving damages to property. table. "My son had just heard that he'd gotten "I also find, the longer I'm out of school, the the scholarship. We were all extremely happy more I appreciate the education I have," re­ for him to get it," said Captain Miller. flected Miller. "And I appreciate the fact that Judge Miller, now 41 years old, grew up in the union provided financial assistance to help the Norfolk, VA area where his father worked me through college." as a tugboat captain on Curtis Bay (now called Judge Miller says his father encouraged him "Moran") vessels. Judge Miller himself had an to apply for the scholarship. Captain Miller opportunity to experience tugboat work. In the said, "We had three other children—Tommy's summer of 1970, after college graduation and the oldest — so it really helped out to have the before law school. Miller joined the SIU and scholarship." worked as a deckhand. Elmer Miller began his sea-going career in While he never worked with his father, Judge 1943 as a merchant mariner during World War Miller's respect for his father's work was II. He sailed with the SIUNA's affiliate, the strengthened. "My dad was a tug captain and Sailors' Union of the Pacific. "During the war, a docking pilot. It still amazes me that despite I sailed as an OS, an AB, and at the age of 19winds and tides and the vagaries of nature, a and-a-half, I was a bosun on a ship that went 900,000 ton ship can be docked in a 900 foot around the world," recalled Captain Miller. slip with no damage." "We left the United States on the Liberty Back in 1966, the union's scholarship of Ship, the Charles Willson Peale, and ended up $1,500 a year covered Tommy Miller's lodging, in Portland, OR," said Captain Miller. "We tuition and some expenses. He'd chosen to carried bombs from Italy to the Marianas, then attend the University of Virginia, graduating the war ended while we were in the middle of with a Bachelor of Arts in 1970. the Indian Ocean so we went to Australia to He proceeded to law school at the College of pick up deck cargo and some Navy submarine William and Mary in Williamsburg, VA. "That's chiefs who could come home." when I really appreciated the SIU scholarship, Captain Miller continued his deep sea sailing, because none was available for law school," becoming a third mate in 1947. In 1948 he came recalled Judge Miller. ashore to be married and in '51 began work as During his summer breaks in 1971 and 1972, a deckhand with Norfolk-based Curtis Bay Tow­ Miller worked as an officer for the Virginia ing Company. He became a captain and docking Beach Police Department. "That fired up my pilot in '55. interest in criminal law. It was a people oriented "When the SIU organized Curtis Bay in kind of law," the former scholarship recipient Norfolk in 1960, 1961, I was one of the first explained. four to distribute pledge cards and help with Upon graduation from the Marshall-Wythe the drive," recalled Captain Miller. "1 wanted School of Law at the College of William and the SIU because it was a maritime union." Mary, Miller became a legal advisor to the Now an SIU pensioner. Captain Miller takes Norfolk Police Department. pleasqre in some good games of golf, and he He joined the state's attorney's office in 1974 and his wife Joyce like to travel. The Millers as an assistant commonwealth attorney, a po­ also enjoy spending time with their children and sition he held until early 1980. grandchildren. �mm I VKCmER, 1989 Drug Testing Measures Start Dec. 21 SIU and Transportation Institute Lawsuit Still Before Judge ... • j"-",'. • •• • '•.'P ",."c J ' rf- - '• Unless a legal decision that de­ clares the government-mandated drug testing of American seamen illegal is announced before De­ cember 21, random, probable cause, post accident and periodic testing will go into effect on that date. Augie Tellez, SIU assistant vice president, said the union would work with the drug testing pro­ cedures even though the federal courts have not acted on the law­ suits jointly filed by the SIU and the Transportation Institute, a management research organiza­ tion organization representing U.S.-flag shipping operators. The lawsuit says the measures im­ posed by the government violate privacy rights and impose overuns conditions on American-flag com­ panies while ignoring foreign-flag ship's seamen. "There is nothing compelling the judge to render a decision by the Dec. 21 date," he said. "If any changes are announced, we will notify the Halls immediately. Tellez announced that all mem­ bers whose pre-employment drug test cards have expired after the six-month period will have to retest before shipping. As of the LOG'S print deadline, the policy allowing those holding permanent positions to be exempt from preemployment testing will continue after the December 21. Individuals in permanent jobs will be subject to the other four types of testing, like all other Seafarers. Random Testing Procedures Although the final procedure has not been announced, Tellez said random testing wil be done when ships come to American ports. He explained a consortium of SIUcontracted companies will pick a number of vessels that will deter­ mine a representative percentage required by Coast Guard regula­ tions. Everyone aboard the ves­ sel—^from captain to ordinary sea­ man—will be tested if the ship is picked for random testing. When the ship arrives at a U.S. port, a professional mobile testing facility will be waiting and licensed professionals will conduct the tests. The specimens will be sent to the same labs that already conduct the pre-employment testings. If the ship is not expected to return to a U.S. port, the sample collection will be taken aboard ship. Tellez said he expects the master of the vessel would be in charge of such tests. He said when the test is being administered to a union member, the SIU is working to insure that either the ship's chairman or department head would serve as a witness to verify the test is handled fairly and prop­ erly. In addition to random, testing for post accident and probable cause can be done on a ship. (Periodic is done only when ap­ plying for a license or documents.) Besides requesting the SIU presence at a probable cause test at sea, Tellez said the union is negotiating for a policy that will provide the SIU member with due process. "We want to make sure the test is properly done for the protection of our members," he said. The medical review officer still will look for marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PC?) and aniphetimines, as in the specimen, is currently the case with the preemployment test. Pof Raises Go Back to 'B7 For SIU Gov't Soivicos Moaibors New wage, overtime and pen­ alty rates going back to September 29, 1988 for members of the SIU's Government Services Division were announced by SIU Vice President Buck Mercer earlier this month. Mercer said retroactive pay will be distributed in checks mailed in the first quarter of 1990. The new MSCPAC wage scale represents a three percent in­ crease in wages and related items retroactive to September 29, 1987 and a two percent increase in wages and related items retroactive to September 29, 1988. Mercer said the wage increases are a first step in bringing the pay scales of MSCPAC civilian mari­ ners in line with those of com­ mercial sector shipping seamen. A copy of the pay scale through September 29, 1988 will be mailed to all ships covered by the labor agreement between the SIU's Government Services Division and Military Sealift Command Pacific. Copies are also available by writ­ ing the Government Services Di­ vision office at 350 Fremont Street, San Francisco, CA 94105. Russ Levin (standing, right) oversees the work being conducted by the members of the Marine Electronics Technician class at Finey Point. Students at the desk include (from the left) Jay Moorehead (standing), Dennis McKendali, Michael D. Johnson, Earl Langley and Ed Hantsche. Marine Electronics Technician Group Holds Class on Ship in Sea Trials The USNS Denebola provided the classroom as students from the Marine Electronics Technician class became the electricians and junior engineers during a four-day sea trial last month. The five students, with the help of instructor Russ Levin and the Denebola drew, acquired handson experience in the skills of troubleshooting radio communi- •reiL IT TO THE QfiO cations equipment, emergency power systems, automation sys­ tems, satellite communications systems and three and ten-centi­ meter radars. The quintet caught the Bay Tankers vessel in Norfolk, VA as it was deploying for operational dock and sea trials. The marine electronics techni­ cian class student said the onboard training was a valuable part of the course curriculum. Levin noted that there is "nothing as good as hands-on learning." Levin said the course partici­ pants had done well under pres­ sure. "They did a good job during the sea trials, it was hard to imag­ ine they were students and not seasoned electronics veterans," he said. Arthur Luellen Gov't Services Division Luellen Runs Clean Ship Arthur Luellen is one of those rare individuals who really enjoys what he is doing. It is evident in his work, the way he talks about it and the way others talk about him. Luellen, 35, is a bosun's mate aboard the USNS Walter S. Diehl, a job he has held since late sum­ mer. Not only does he perform his regular duties, he also serves as the ship's chairman for the unlicensed members. The Tennes­ see native recently was asked why he tackled the chairman's posi­ tion. "I like to help people," said Luellen, who joined the SIU's Government Services Division in 1979. "I also am challenged be­ cause I act as a buffer between the crew and the master. The per­ sonal rewards from all this inter­ action are that I grow as an indi­ vidual, 1 mature as a person and I become more seasoned which will help me later." Luellen described the position of ship's chairman as being "the conscience of the crew and the union voice for the rights of the blue collar employees." ' He noted the time consuming part of his job is when he has to check all aspects of a complaint to discover what is fact and what is fiction. He admitted that he has been embarrassed when he was not told the whole story. "I consider I'm a fair person. When I have checked all of the facts, only then am I ready to make my recommendations to all concerned. Occasionally I find myself between a rock and a hard place because I can't help all of the people all of the time to their satisfaction." Yet, enough members seem to be satisfied with the job Luellen has performed because the Diehl is the fifth ship on which he has been elected ship's chairman by the crew. He said that he got his start by being a deck department delegate. By standing up for his members' rights and by using tact and diplomacy, he has won the respect of his shipmates. Luellen even gets involved in the chores that go beyond his job description. This fall he served as a guide when school children from Whittier, AK toured the Diehl while it was docked in their town. Roy "Buck" Mercer, SIU vice president for government serv­ ices, has heard about the job Luel­ len has been doing. "He has a real interest in the job as bosun and ship's chair­ man," Mercer said. "He is a good and fair union representative." I--;;' •r I'' 11 •SJ: In: I' 1: •J.l n,-,nv.- rf.-'j "-i •i ij< i*"V. m. :n •1 �.-I 'V-i-r:v •••\; SfilfiMfJK fOG Wmi Wm .-=;• h-'r •; Although a waterspout appears to be headed for a car carrier, the funnel It was the easiest fishing expe­ roiled back Into the clouds before rienced by any one of the SIU it struck the vessel or ocean. members aboard the tug Monitor The waterspout created a whirlwind (Crowley TMT) the day it rained that sent fish flying through the air. fish off the Florida coast. SIU member Charles Hawkinberry, who photographed the re­ mist. Like tornadoes, waterspouts but the storm missed the tug and cent event, reported the "fish pop out of the clouds during vio­ other vessels at sea. storm" was a result of a water­ lent changes in the weather. The Monitor's crew however spout sighted near the Jackson­ The tug Monitor and its barge did get sprayed by the storm gen­ ville sea buoy. were waiting to enter the St. John's erated whirlwind. And the whirl­ A waterspout is defined as a River to dock at the TMT terminal wind's spray sent fish flying through tornado or lesser whirlwind oc­ as the severe storm approached. the air, some landing on the tug, curring over water and resulting AB Hawkinberry said the crew making the easiest "catch of the in a whirling column of spray and was able to watch the waterspout. day" for the Monitor's crew. AB Charles Hawkinberry holds one of the fish that rained on the Crowley TMT tug Monitor during a thunderstorm near the Jacksonville (FL) sea buoy. -^QMED Danny Jackson secures a hose from the Galveston Bay to the dock during the Sea-Land vessel's visit to Jacksonville, FL. ^With new containers coming on­ board, Chief Electrician Clofus Z. Sullivan hustles to plug in the re­ frigerated boxes as soon as they are in place. �•'PM- e» DeaMBtR,l989 IS •pp^-:--.^'f.-. '-^'. Steward Scoff Pioneers a Salad Bar—Ifs a Hifl R obert K. Scott Sr.'s salad bar on the Cove Trader (Cove Ship­ ping) is better than any fancy ho­ tel's spread, say his crewmates. Brother Scott, who graduated from the union's highest steward de­ partment training program — the recertified steward course — ear­ lier this year, is known by his shipmates as an excellent menu planner and cook. Scott, In turn, credits his "A" team. "We have a terrific steward department on the Cove Trader," he said. QMED Theopolis Jordan Sr. agrees. "The Cove Trader's stew­ ard department works like a team, from Scott to. Chief Cook Bertrand Wright to Uncle Daddy, that's what we call Lee Arthur Jordan, they all do a terrific job," said Jordan, who sailed with the group last month. The QMED also said the steward department's salad bar was the first one he had ex­ perienced on a ship. "In my 17 years of shipping," continued Jordan, "the Cove Trader is the second best ship I've been on in terms of the food. In fact, the whole crew on that ship is good, everyone got along real well, it was a nice ship to be on." "Scott is a good all around stew­ ard, his cooking is good, he's a gentleman and he keeps things very, very clean," said AB Tommie Vines who sailed with the recertified steward this fall. "Scott takes a lot of pride in his work and he always wants to make sure we've had enough to eat. To me, I would rate him an 'A,'" said Vines. Robert Scott told the Seafarers LOG that these days part of cook­ ing is being aware of health and nutrition issues. "The courses'! completed in my recertified stew­ ard training program gave a good background in these areas so my menus can be cost effective and Cove Trader galley g^ng gets high marks from shipmates. the food can be nutritious and plentiful," said Scott. "I try to supply a variety of food so any member with a concern — such as high cholesterol or sodium or sugar — can eat well," Scott ex­ plains. "For my salad bar, I put out hot and cold dishes," said Steward Scott. "I look for the extra little touches that will make a dish more interesting. For example, for a fruit salad 1 will take the time to dice a cantaloupe, or instead of tossing one big ordinary lettuce -V; ^':£: >- '• ••• •>' V..-. '^iV In the crew mess of the Cove Trader sit (left to right) AB Boston, Messman Virgil Campbell, Oiler Red Dunahoo and Bosun C. (PeeWee) Pryor. 'M.m Steward Robert Scott pictured behind one of his famous salad bars. salad, I'll make several dishes, like tomatoes with herbs and a carrot/ raisin salad, and others," said Scott. Brother Scott, who was born and currently resides in Mobile, AL, credits the union's Lundeberg School steward department classes as the source of much of his knowledge. His studies at the Piney Point, MD-based facility in­ cluded cooking and baking, nutri­ tion, menu planning, portion control, storage techniques and handling special dietary needs. When Scott was asked who had been helpful to him in his career, he said SIU members James (Nick) Juzang (who had started him in baking), Paul Carter and Chris Marcus. "1 would also like' to thank the wonderful instructors at the SIU school in Maryland who helped me through the process of higher learning," Scott said. "Of course, my wife and sons, who have stood by me all these years, deserve a lot of credit," Scott added. "I owe them a big thanks." Asked if he had any advice to younger members of the steward department, Scott said, "Shoot for the stars because you only see the stars at night... and try to be the best you can be. Someone out there will always help you." "Life for me," Scott said, "is my family — my wife and sons, the USA — my country, and the SIU. To me they are everything and I want to be able to give the most to my family, my union and my country." Robert L. Scott's Holiday Recipes Holiday Corn Pudding Vi 3 4 3 (Serves ,6-12 helpings) 16 oz. cans whole kernel com (drained) teaspoons chopped onion teaspoons chopped green pepper tablespoons chopped pimentos cup milk eggs (slightly beaten) cup sugar teaspoons all purpose flour tablespoons butter or margarine (softened) salt and pepper to taste Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine all ingre­ dients in a medium bowl. Mix well. Pour mixed ingredients into a greased 11^ quart oblong baking dish. Bake 40 to 45 minutes. Holiday Cream Cheese Pecan Pie 116 8 oz package cream cheese softened 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla V4 teaspoon salt 1 10 inch unbaked pastry shell 2 cups chopped pecans 3 eggs 1 cup dark com syrup 1!6 teaspoon vanilla Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Combine cream cheese, sugar, eggs, vanilla and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. Spread in pastry shell. Combine chopped pecans, eggs, dark com syrup, sugar and vanilla. Sprinkle over cream cheese filling. Bake 35 minutes until center is firm to touch. Steward Scott calls the Cove Trader galley crew his "A" team. Pictured above are steward department members Chief Cook Bertraiid Wright (left) and Assistant Cook Lee Arthur Jordan (right). wm Cove Trader AB Eric Young on the deck of the Cove Trader. The LOG would like to hear from other SIU members in the steward department. Send in favorite rec­ ipes and cooking tips. Pictures of food andfellow shipmates are wel­ come. When senc^ng photos, either black and white or color, identify the pictured individuals by rating, first and last name, left to right. Also note whether the photos should be returned. 'H- • :,1 �SUFARIRS lOG i-S: •':^il:;.ili;;j:K;' rewmembers of the USNS De^nebola executed a real-life res­ cue operation while in the midst of underway replenishment and helicopter operations during four days of sea trials with the Military Sealift Command (MSG) last month. The tricky rescue procedures were executed without a hitch, said Bill Hellwege, a member of the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship Sealift Mo­ bile Training Team, who was on hand to provide crewmembers technical assistance and training. Denebola Captain C.R. "Red" AB Frank O'CoimoU (photo above) and OS Keith Burton said, "The SIU crew, un­ Schiebl (left photo) secure fork lift trucks for der the leadership of Bosun George sea trials. Wilson, must be commended for the fine job they did during this difficult procedure." In the first rescue operation per­ formed on a vessel in the Denebola class, a crewmember who had suf­ fered an accidental injury to the eye was airlifted by helicopter from the USNS Denebola to a shorebased Naval hospital. The evacuation of the injured crewmember was made more dif­ ficult because the Denebola cur­ ^Bosun George Wilson (left) rently cannot handle deck land­ prepares to bring over the unrep hose. C ;1r. '}, vi, il ff'V., •.(<« •SF--' ••''^•••' •:-'i ;•'^Vv ^AB Mike Finnigan, acting as the landing signalman, directs helo operations on the USNS Denebola. •; •• 't' « 1 ings. Both the helicopter operator and the Denebola's wheel house members had to maneuver to­ gether to allow the aircraft to lift the injured SIU member from the vessel. The union school's Sealift Mo­ bile Training Team provided USNS Denebola crewmembers with re­ fresher training in underway re­ plenishment (unrep) and helicop­ ter (helo) operations, damage control procedures, forklift truck and Hagglund crane handling. "I think Bill Hellwege did an outstanding job," said AB Mike Finnigan, "He did a heck of a job for MSG. He took us from unrep to helo operations and gave us some valuable insights in con­ ducting these kind of operations." After Hellwege's instruction, Denebola crewmembers con­ ducted an unrep exercise with the USNS Neosho, a Military Sealift Command fleet tanker. The USNS Denebola is oper­ ated by Bay Tankers and crewed by unlicensed SIU members. It's officers are mdmbers of District 2 Marine Engineers Beneficial As­ sociation—American Maritime Officers. Bosun George Wilson directs the deck crew of the Denebola to seal , the probe into the receiver during underway replenishment exercises between the Bay Tankers-operated vessel and the USNS Neosho. ; ^The refueling-at-sea hose is put in place by Denebola crewmembers. '"•'.r.Vfc'. '• •^^Third Mate Bill Kennedy operates tbe communicationsystem as Denebola crewmembers keep an eye on the USNS Neosho, the other vessel involved in the exercise and an MSG fleet tanker. '• •• • i �Denebola Captain C.R. "Red" Burton uses the walkie-talkie dur­ ing unrep and helo operations. Captain Burton provided the LOG with the photos on pages 8 and 9. ^^The SIU crewy under the leadership of Bosun George Wilsony must be commended for the fine job they did during this difficult procedure. �SaFARCRS 106 ^Pictured left to right are OMU B. B. Johnson, GSU Keith Mayer, AB Donald Barney, OMU Clarence Mosley, First Assistant Engineer James Early, OS Keith Schiebl, AB Mike Finnigan, Sec­ ond Assistant Robert Eagan and Third Assistant John Nathan. • A • ^ 'A'-'-' verything is big on the 946 footEonelong USNS Denebola. She is of the largest and fastest ves­ sels in the world and she is crewed by members of the SIU. "We've got ten-inch wide docking lines," said Acting Bosun Mike Finnigan. AB Donald Barney joked, "And don't forget the four-inch steaks." "I can get my exercise just going from one end to the other ... its like a track out there on deck," added OS Keith Schiebl who grad­ uated from the Lundeberg School in September. The former SL-7 class ship is Schiebl's first vessel. B. B. Johnson, an OMU on the Denebola, and District 2 member First Engineer James (Jim) Early, said the vessel has the largest boilers ever put on a U.S.-flag vessel. "This ship can make 33 knots," said Early. The USNS Denebola—named after a star in the constellation Leo—docks in Norfolk while on reduced operating status. An SIU crew of seven helps keep the high­ speed ship maintained in a fourday, ready-for-sea status. Donald Barney, who upgraded in 1979 to AB at the Lundeberg School, likes work on the Dene­ bola because most days it means being able to go home in the even­ ing. Barney and Bosun Mike Finni­ gan, while crediting the union's school with excellent training, said they also learned a great deal from A Visit with USNS Denebola Crewmembers Bosun Red Wilson. Finnigan ex­ plained, "Barney and I were watch partners on the John P. Bobo and Red Wilson was our bosun. He's a great bosun and we never stopped learning with him." When asked if they had a message for Bosun Wilson, the two replied, "How about 'Hey Red, how are you doing?' " GSU Keith Mayer has been sail­ ing since '87. He says the Dene­ bola is "one of the best ships I've been on." Finnigan added that the vessel's captain, C. R. "Red" Burton, is also one of the best captains to sail with. Relief Stew­ ard William Perry said, "Among the crew, everyone seems to get along well on this ship." Finnigan's father is an AB for AmSea in Guam. "I got to sail with my dad on a trip to Germany, that was great. I had a lot of fun sailing with D^. In fact, Barney also sailed with my dad." Barney added, "His dad is a great guy. It's interesting to sail with these two Finnigans because, although father and son, they have such different personalities." When asked if he had any re­ commendations for young people just joining the union, Finnigan said he would highly recommend taking sealift courses. "You never know when you're going to need ^Among the crew, everyone gets along well on this ship.^ the training. Here, for example, we just completed four days of sea trials and many of us had taken courses at Piney Point. Because of that, we were on top of the situation." Denebola crewmembers had some messages for shipmates and family members. Donald Barney wanted to say hello to John "Eye Ball" Landers, with whom he'd ^Relief Steward I William Perry takes a break I •USNS Denebola members share a joke. after preparing I From left to right are OS Keith Schiebl, Bosun lunch. [ Mike Finnigan, GSU Keith Mayer and AB Donald Barney. sailed many times. Bosun Finnir gan sent greetings to his father, AB John Finnigan. Keith Schiebl said he wanted to tell OS Kenny Spriull, a fellow trainee back in September, to write home more often. "Spriull's dad got us both interested in joining the SIU and I stay in touch with him. He would like to get letters from Kenny,' said Schiebl. The Denebola is one of eight Fast Sealift Ships the Navy can use to transport helicopters, tanks, vehicles and other heavy equip­ ment to support deployed troops anywhere in the world. Formerly a commercial ship, the Denebola was converted to a more militarily-useful roll on/roll off design. The Military Sealift Command, the transportation op­ erating agency of the U.S. De­ partment of Defense, described the conversion in a brochure on the vessel: "The cargo hold was redesigned into a series of decks connected by ramps so that ve­ hicles can now be driven in and out of the storage area for rapid loading and unloading. Side ports and cranes were added, enabling the ship to handle cargo inde­ pendent of a port facility. Also the emergency loading area will allow for helicopter landings." The USNS Denebola is oper­ ated by Bay Tankers, a privately owned shipping company based in New Jersey. •OMU Clarence Mosley (right) looks over the hoarding patrolman report with SIU Norfolk Port Agent Mike Paladino. ••r y • ^ V':' i;.>5" • -• •'j)'iSli! ' I 11 • • ;ij •f:" . �DCCEMBER, 1989 30 SlU Men Join Ranks of Pensioners The Seafarers Pension Plan announced this month the retirement of 20 SIU members in the deep sea division, eight inland, one railroad marine and one At­ lantic fishermen. Boatman John R. Fitzgerald, at 71, is the oldest of the group to start receiving a pension check. Fisherman James N. Tucker Jr. has the most years of continuous serv­ ice. He started his SIU ca­ reer in 1944 in the port of Boston. Deep Sea PEDRO ALMA SR. Pedro Alma Sr., 65, joined the SIU in October 1968 in the port of San Francisco. Bom in Aguadilla, PR, Brother Alma sailed in the deck department. He upgraded at Piney Point in 1979. He lives in San Bruno, CA. LAWRENCE BANKS Lawrence Banks, 60, received his SIU permit in June 1947 in the port of New Orleans. After a stint in the Army from 1951 to 1955, he returned to the sea to work in the steward department. Brother Banks upgraded to the position of recertified steward in 1981. He has retired in the town of his birth. Mobile, AL. , "'i" •' •' C '. •- •")' " V RICHARD BUIE r\ .--v V ••••'; :•-;•• s .• ;|ss:-s"; Richard Buie, 65, became an SIU member in September 19M in the port of New York. The South Carolina native worked in the steward department. Brother Buie calls Oakland, CA home. BOBBY J. BUTTS SR. Bobby J. Butts Sr., 55, acquired his book in October 1956 in the port of Mobile, AL, where he lives. The Union, MS native worked on Waterman vessels early in his deck career. Brother Butts upgraded to recertified bosun in 1975. ANDREW GREEN Andrew Green, 70, joined the union in December 1969 in the port of, San Francisco. The steward department veteran was bom in Arkansas. Brother Green resides in San Francisco. JAMES D. HOWISON James D. Howison, 62, became an SIU member in January 1947 in the port of New York. His engine department career was interrupted by the Army from 1951 to 1953. The Brooklyn native primarily sailed from Seattle, WA, which has become his hometown. Brother Howison upgraded to QMED at the Lundeberg School in 1979. GARLAND JACKSON Garland Jackson, 62, became a member of the Marine Cooks and Stewards in March 1961 in the port of Seattle before that union merged with the SIU. Brother Jackson was bom in Houston. He now resides in Seattle. PAUL C. JOHNSON PaulC. Johnson, 65, joined the SIU in March 1946 in the port of Galveston, TX. Bom in Sandrift, TX, Brother Johnson served in the Navy during 1942. The engine department veteran upgraded at Piney Point in 1978. He has retired to Texas City, TX. RONALD W. JONES Ronald W. Jones, 46, graduated from the Andrew Fumseth Training School in . Baltimore in 1962. The Richland, VA native worked in the deck department and upgraded to recertified bosun in 1984. Brother Jones lives in South Williamsport, PA. STANLEY KRIEG Stanley Krieg, 62, acquired his SIU book during January 1956 in his native Seattle, where he has retired. After serving in the Navy firom 1945 to 1949 and 1951 to 1955, Brother Krieg worked in the deck department. JOHNLASKY John Lasky, 62, became a book member in August 1950 in the port of New York. He served in the Navy from 1945 to 1946. After a career in the black gang. Brother Lasky has retired to Troy, NY. ROBERT T. MICHAEL Robert T. Michael, 59,joined the SIU in Febmary 1951 in his native Jacksonville, "L. The deck department veteran stood picket duty in the union's 1961 strike. Brother Michael still lives in Jacksonville where he shipped out most of his career. JAMES F. RANKIN James F. Rankin, 62, became a union member in April 1946 in the port of Philadelphia. The Louisiana native worked in the engine department. Brother Rankin resides in Oak Grove, LA. ANGEL O. ROJAS Angel O. Rojas, 65, came to the union in 1956 in the port of New York. The steward department veteran was bom in Bayamon, PR. His early career included work on Isthmian and Sea-Land ships. Brother Rojas walked the picket line in the 1961 New York strike. He has retired to Caugas, PR. ARTHUR C. SANKOVIDT Arthur C. Sankovidt, 65, joined the union in January 1947. The steward department veteran served as a picket in the union's 1946 general and 1947 Isthmian strikes. A native of New Jersey, Brother Sankovidt lives in Passaic, NJ. ROBERT L. SCOTTI Robert L. Scotti, 66, began sailing with the SIU in July 1953 in the port of New York. The Keamy, NJ native sailed in the engine department after serving in the Navy from 1948 to 1950. In November 1960, Brother Scotti received a safety award aboard the SS Antinous. He also is a member of District 2 MEBA. He calls Lachine, Quebec, Canada home. HENRY SIMMONS Henry Simmons, 62, started shipping with the SIU in December 1947 out of the port of Baltimore. Bom in South Carolina, the steward department veteran walked the union's picket lines in the 1946 general and 1947 Isthmian strikes. He lives in Pineville, SC. ALFRED H. SMITH Alfred H. Smith, 65, acquired his SIU permit in December 1949 in his native Tampa, FL. After serving in the Navy from 1943 to 1946, Brother Smith went to work in the steward department. He still calls Tampa home. Boatman Haas sailed as a captain on Dixie Carriers boats. The Bay St. Louis, MS native calls Nicholson, MS home. ERNEST A. JACKSON Ernest A. Jackson, 65, became a SIU member in June 1969 in the port of New Orleans. The Phenix City, AL native served in the Navy from 1942 to 1945. Boatman Jackson worked as a tankerman on Dixie Carriers and Interstate Oil boats before he retired to his home in New Orleans. EDWARD SPOONER Edward Spooner, 65, got his work permit in May 1951 in the port of New York. He worked in the deck department. Brother Spooner took part in the 1963 Puerto Rico lighterage beef. The United, PA native has retired to Baltimore. JOHN HAROLD JONES JR. John Harold Jones Jr., 62, acquired his book in May 1961 in the port of Philadelphia. The Maryland native worked in the deck department. Boatman Jones attended the 1984 Sonat conference at Piney Point. He calls Princess Ann, MD home. JOSE L. VERA FRANCES X. THOMAS Frances X. Thomas, 62, joined the SIU in September 1967 in the port of Norfolk, VA. Brother Thomas became a captain on Curtis Bay boats working primarily from the port of Norfolk. The Philadelphia native served in the Navy from 1944 to 1966. Boatman Thomas attended the 1978 Atlantic Coast Inland Education Conference at Piney Point. He has retired to Portsmouth, VA. Jose L. Vera, 65, , joined the SIU Great Lakes Division in September 1964 in the port of Detroit. He later sailed in the union's deep sea division. The deck department veteran lives in his native Monterey, Mexico. Inlanil ARTHUR BORAWICK Arthur Borawick, 55, signed up with the SIU in his native Baltimore. The deck department member worked on Curtis Bay Towing boats. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1985 and 1987. Boatman Borawick calls White Marsh, MD home. ROGER FARROW Roger Farrow, 62,joined the SIU in May 1971 in the port of Norfolk, VA. The deck department veteran was bom in North Carolina. He resides in Buxton, NC. JOHN R. FITZGERALD John R. Fitzgerald, 71, signed up with the SIU in Febmary 1961 in the port of Norfolk, VA. The Albany, NY native served in the Navy frdm 1935 to 1960 before working on Curtis Bay vessels. Boatman Fitzgerald worked as an engineer. He lives in Virginia Beach, VA. AUSTIN T. HAAS Austin T. Haas, 62, joined the union in March 1971 in the port of New Orleans. He served in the Army Air Corps from 1944 to 1946. THERIN D. WILSON Therin D. Wilson, 62,joined the SIU in August 1962 in the port of Houston. The Arkansas native served in the Navy from 1944 to 1953. Boatman Wilson sailed on Dixie Carriers vessels as a captain. He resides in North Little Rock, AK. , , • 4.'-' . -• , t|':^ ; • .••• • 'OS-.-'.i y-'i. 'Mi • •' •K- y• Railroad Marine FREDERICK H. BREIMANN Frederick Breimann, 62, became a union member in August 1983 in the port of New York. He served in the Army from 1945 to 1947. A longtime employee of the New York Cross Harbor Railroad, Boatman Breimann worked in the deck department. He lives in Staten Island, NY. Atlantic Fishermen JAMES N. TUCKER JR. James N. Tucker Jr., 63,joined the SIU in July 1944 in the port of Boston. Brother Tucker worked in the deck department. He has retired to his native Gloucester, MA. Ill .• �Up Uiraiigh the Hawsepipe says Dad Robert Darley watched with pride the final week of training that his son, Charles, took at the Seafarers Harry Lundebeig School of Seamanship earlier this month. The reason for the pride is Charles, 18, chose to begin his maritime career the same way his father began — in the fo'c'sle. Robert, who joined the SIU as an ordinary seaman at the port of New York in 1951, has been a master for Sea-Land since 1972. "I asked my son if he wanted to go to Kings Point (the maritime officers' training academy in New York)," Capt. Darley, 54, said. "He said he wanted to do it the way I did, so he applied to Piney Point." Charles admitted he has wanted to go to sea for as long as he can remember. He is the third gener­ ation of Parleys to sail with the SIU. His grandfather, Robert A., was one of the early members of the union. These are not the only Darley offspring to sail with the SIU. Capt. Parley's brother, Mike, and two of his children, Maik and Ivonne, have sailed or are sailing in the union. In fact, the Darley ancestral tree has been traced to the Darley shipyard in England at the time the Mayflower was built. One unique experience in the elder Parley's career was a trip on the Liberty Ship Warm Springs. "My brother Mike, my cousin Gene and I were in the deck de­ partment. All of us worked the 48 watch. We drove our bosun crazy because he would yell for • ' 'A • ' •;i: Darley and all three of us would respond." Charles, who was part of the Lundeberg School's entry rating class 446, said he wants to learn as much as possible and upgrade in the deck department as soon as he can. Although Capt. Darley beamed when he heard that his son wanted to follow in his footsteps, Robert hoped that Charles would not fol- 'The SIU has always been familyoriented.^ low his old man's precedent on his first ship. "I was gung-ho and eager to do whatever I was asked," Robert recalled about that first voyage which took place on the Marie Hamill. "We got an order to clear the deck for the booms. So the bosun told us to throw loose items over the side. I saw these bags of sawdust. I couldn't figure out why they were on a steel ship, so I heaved 10 bags over. I thought the bosun was going to throw me over when he saw what I had done." Despite that experience, he said he would not want to change a thing about his 38-year maritime career. "I've had a good trip. I've enjoyed it." He said that by working his way up, he is better able to understand what all erewmembers go through. "I have more experience than someone who went through an academy. I am partial to the fo'c'­ sle, but that is about the oidy difference between us," he said. "I encourage more members to get their licenses." When asked how hard it was raising a family and going to sea, Robert shook his head and an­ swered that he was not the right person to ask that question. "My wife had the rougher end. She had to raise three sons." The captain's wife, Dorothy, was spouse at home with sons Robert A. and George as well as Charles." Capt. Darley said the SIU's benefit and vacation programs al­ lowed him to spend more time at home with his young family, more than his own seafaring father was able to do. "The SIU always has been family-oriented. There is a lot of substance to that." When he was 19, Robert Darley was sailing with his father when he suffered a fatal heart attack. This weighed in the back of his mind as he saw his son go to sea on a career that might place them on the same vessel. "I have mixed emotions," the elder Darley stated. "On the one hand, I'd love to have him on my ship. I don't think I would treat him any differently than any other member. However, I don't want him to go through what I went through." Without stopping to think, Charles said he would like one day to serve with his father. "It wouldn't be difficult taking orders from him. I've done it all my life," he said with a smile. 7, V,0'. '• Sm AFL-CIO ^''' '• 'V I 'i'r-'' Vj'|: 4" Bonefoiifs Are SIU's Faniiiy Dynasty Carmelo Bonafont remembered the time he sailed with six other members of his family. They were all part of the unlicensed crew on one ship. "I think the captain was always confiised," he related. "There were seven of us. At payoff, he wanted to make sure he got the right Bonefont so he did everything by social security munber." Carmelo's experience is not as unusual as it may seem. Practi­ cally every SIU member for the last 50 years has had an opportu­ nity to sail with one of the Bonefont or Bonafont family. Union records indicate close to 30 mem­ bers of the clan have sailed with the SIU in all the departmentsdeck, engine and steward. The original SIU member of the family was Felix. He was the first of five brothers to become a mem­ ber when he acquired his book in May 1939 in the port of New York, seven months after the SIU's At­ lantic and Gulf districts had been created. Shortly thereafter came Genaro (August 1941, joining in Balti­ more) and Candido (April 1942, Baltimore). After World War II, they were joined by brothers Ga­ briel (August 1945, Boston), Eduardo (May 1946, New York) and Juan (April 1947, New York) and cousin Bacilio Bonafont (May 1946, New York). In Felix's family the seafaring tradition continues. The most re­ cent addition to the SIU from the Bonefont family is Felix's greatgrandson, Elias, who graduated from the Seafarers Harry Lunde­ berg School of Seamanship in Pi­ ney Point, MD in May 1988. In between came two sons, Felix Jr. (1960, Andrew Furuseth Training School, New York) and Jose (April 1961, Furuseth School). Felix Jr. provided the union with two sons, Rafael (June 1969, Lundeberg School) and David (August 1%9, Lundeberg School). From Gabriel's family, four sons became SIU members: Carlos (October 1960, Furuseth School), Gabriel Jr. (1964, Furuseth School), Juan (November 1966, New York) and Joseph (October 1968, New York). Three of Gabriel's grand­ sons also became members: Ga­ briel III (May 1982, Lundeberg School), Alex (July 1982, Lunde­ berg School) and LaDan (May 1987, Lundeberg School). Genaro had two sons that sailed with the union: Genaro Jr. (Sep­ tember 1957, New York) and Ra­ fael (August 1961, Furuseth School). Rafael's son Ralph Jr. got his book in August 1978 at the Lundeberg School. Cbusin Bacilio Bonafont had four sons join the SIU: Carmelo (Au­ gust 1960, Furuseth School), Luis (October 1%3, Furuseth School), Ramon (August 1%5, New York) and Severiano (December 1%9, San Juan). The fainily has been active in many union activities and beefs. Strike cards, going back to the 1946 general strike, fill Bonefont files. Eduardo Bonefont served as a union patrolman in the port of New York for a time. Newer SIU members of the Bo­ nefont family have joined the union through the entry rating educa­ tional program at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship. Instructors from the union's school have peppered Bo­ nefont files with comments like "good worker," "100 percent ef­ fort" and "desires to make a good seaman." Multiple Bonefonts on a ship have not been unusual. "One time," recalled Ramon, "I was on the same ship with my father and uncle—^three Bonefonts on one ship. I also sailed with Luis, Car­ los and Tito at one time or an­ other." "The Bonefont family is spread out now," said Carmelo, who is currently working as a crane main­ tenance electrician for Puerto Rico Marine. "I have family members in Puerto Rico, New York, Jack­ sonville, even some on the West Coast." When asked why the call to the sea was so strong in the family, Carmelo replied, "I think all of my family wanted to see what was happening in the world. We enjoy being seamen." Plenty ot Seamen Here _L%: Siblings SaH with SIU Should you call the Johnson household of Novato, CA and ask for "SIU member Johnson," the answer you probably would re­ ceive would go something like this: "Which one?" You see, all five of the Johnson siblings have sailed with the Sea­ farers at one time or another. In fact, four of the five still are active members. The oldest of the clan, Michael, traces the family's interest to the sea to the father, Wilbert. "Dad served in the Navy during World War II," Michael said. "That was the only time he was at sea. He met Mom (Lillian) who was a nurse during the war." Michael, 41, recently completed the bosun recertification course at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. After serv­ ing in the Army from 1%5 to 1967, Michael started his deck depart­ ment career with the SIU. He sails from the West Coast, mainly on Sea-Land container ships. He paved the way for the rest of the Johnsons. Before brother Kelly graduated from the Lundebeig School in 1976, he volunteered for many union assignments. He began working as a tankerman for Dixie Carriers from 1976 to 1978 before being employed by Crowley Transpor­ tation in Long Beach, CA in 1979. The 32-year-old stiU works on Crowley tugs. Sister Jody, 23, graduated from Piney Point in 1982. She has worked regularly in the steward depart­ ment on passenger ships. Her first jobs were on the Delta Lines. Now she works for American Hawaii Cruises. Brother Patrick, 33, also was a 1982 Piney Point graduate. He went to work on the Long Lines in the deck department for several years before coming ashore. Last but not least is sister Deb­ bie. Like Jody, she has worked steadily in the steward department on the Delta Lines and American Hawaii Cruise Lines passenger vessels. Dpupadail Hunuymuun ! The Fay-Lindsey family mem^ bers not only ship SIU, but they also honeymoon with the union. Donna Fay Lindsey and her newlywed husband John spent part of their summer honeymoon upgrad­ ing at the Seafarers Harry Lun­ deberg School of Seamanship. Donna, a chief cook, was en­ rolled in the sealift operations course, while John, a member of the MFOW — an SIUNA affiliate. I- was taking the QMED program. Donna's father, Tom Fay, first shipped with the SIU in 1959. Currently Tom, who was one of four brothers who shipped with the union, serves as the SIU's port agent in Honolulu. When asked what he thinks about his daughter being a seafarer and mar^ rying a seafarer, Tom said, "I think it's the greatest thing in the world." , \ Seafarer, David. m This photo of the Bonefont famUy was clipped from the November 1953 issue of the Seafarers LOG. Shipping with the SIU is a family tradition for many members of the union. On these pages, as well as on the following two, the LOG features eight families who have found a way of life in the SIU. Shipping Is a Famiiy Affair Donna Fay Lindsey is pictured between two SIUNA men in her life—^her father and her husband. Left is Tom Fay, the union's Port Agent in Honolulu and right is her husband John Lindsey. 'i 'Si I �• SEAFARCRS LOG 14 p; v V y, - •;il • • J 'W-/'',.'.. •'' ,§• •&V:K, 15 V ''v>3'£ir ;'•.,••>''li-'^^v ' The Haller brothers gather around "Special SIU Dispatcher" and mother, Anna Marie. From the left are Robert, Johnny, Chuck and Joey. • »F-j'-Vi V-. "fr> •. ;• : : / '• . V V • •!.; • • b-(. ; A' • ',. P ,••'• •-•• •. I:,.. 1 .^'T-'fe-v-. • "••E ' ' »'-• '• "• B f ' • '' r:-. •:.• •-,// Darya and Steve Miller visit the coliseum In Rome during their honeymoon break from sailing. JtaiNMarie ilallin'Kspand^ Husband and Wile Tean Foiip Mack Sang MeeilNPS Belleva ID Umradbig When the union's manpower of­ fice needed a member of the Black Gang in a hurry, the official in charge often would call a special "SIU dispatcher" in New Jersey: Anna Marie Haller. There usually was a very good chance that one of Mrs. Haller's four sons, all of whom ship in the engine department, were home. If so, she would ship him out. "She was the best dispatcher we had for a while," recalled Ken Conklin, vice president of the union's Lundeberg School. "We knew that if we called her, she would let us know if a son was available and she would get him out." "I used to hate to hear the phone ring when I was home," her son. Chuck, told the Seafarers LOG. "She would answer it and tell them I was home, even if I had just gotten off a vessel the day before. 1 knew I was going back to work." Chuck has a soft spot in his heart for his mother, despite the fact she shortened several vaca­ tions. "She is something special, raising all four of us boys by her­ self." Although he is not the oldest of the four. Chuck was the first to join the SIU. The 36-year-old has been sailing in the engine depart­ ment since he became a member in the port of New York in 1970. By 1976, Chuck had upgraded to QMED. While studying at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, he wrote: "I and all my union brothers owe a lot more to this union than just money alone because when I came into this union I had nothing and no where to go." Since joining. Chuck has partic­ ipated in several union activities. Earlier this year, he spent isome time on the staff of the Lundeberg School. One of his hobbies is box­ ing. He sports a 6-0 amateur re­ cord. Shortly after Chuck joined, his brother, Joey, signed on with the SIU at the port of New York. Joey Haller started sailing in 1970. Joey Haller, 37, is the only brother to pursue a shoreside career. After completing his college degree, he became an official with the Geor­ gia-Pacific Company. Johnny Haller graduated from Piney Point in 1972. His early career was spent on tugs in the inland division'. The 34-year-old now works on deep sea vessels as well. He upgraded to QMED in 1974. The baby of the family, Robert, is a Lundeberg School graduate as well. He began his sea-going career in 1974 and upgraded to QMED in 1976. Like the rest of the family, Robert, 32, sails pri­ marily from the northeast ports. Darya and Steve Miller are true believers in taking advantage of the union's educational opportu­ nities, even if it means an adjust­ ment of the time they spend to­ gether. They are members of the SIU and they are also husband and wife. Both Darya and Steve Miller have worked their way up from entry level personnel at Piney Point. Steve, 32, graduated from the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in 1977 and went to work in the engine de­ partment. The Maryland-native upgraded to QMED in 1982 and now has his third engineer's li­ cense. Darya, 28, started her career in the steward department after grad­ uating the Lundeberg School in 1980. The Rhode Island native finally landed in the deck depart­ ment. She upgraded to AB in 1987. Earlier this year, Darya became the first woman to graduate from the third mate's course at Piney Point. When Darya Marbrook met Steve Miller on the Sea-Land Bos­ ton in 1981, they became friends. She was working as a steward assistant. He was an FOWT. They decided to continue their friendship when they got off the ship as both lived in Baltimore. They started dating when they •'y were ashore. They tried to sail on the same vessels. One thing led to another and Darya and Steve got married in November of 1988. "We get to be with each other about six months out of the year," Darya said. "We have to do a lot of balancing in our schedules and watch when we register. On about half our ships we get to work together." The Millers like being married to someone who understands the industry. "If my husband still shipped and I didn't, I'd really be jealous—especially picking him up at the airport when he just flew in from France or the Islands," Darya Miller said. "With both of us ship­ ping, one person doesn't get stuck with all the paperwork." Steve and Darya Miller like to sail together. Last year they went around the world on a Sea-Land ship. "It was an exciting trip," said Darya. The duty took them from the Singapore, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan in the Far East to the U.S. West Coast, back to the Far East, then through the Suez Canal to Italy, Spain and France. The voyage ended in New York City. When the Millers sail together, Darya said they like to explore the cities in which they dock to leam something about the local culture. •.X : SIU Shipping Is A Family Affair - • • /L}-- �MCBKmJ989 Fipst Woinan on Fpeigbler BgMli Gonoralinn Soafaror Proud to Havo Son In SlU Colobpalos Son's Bimiilay Efram Ware recently caught the USNS Harkness, his first ship since graduating from the Lundeberg School, as a steward assistant. He, like others, has followed in the family tradition of sailing. But the path he followed is one blazed by his mother, Lois. Lois Ware not only helped her son join the union, but she paved the way for many women to begin sea-going careers. She became the first woman seafarer to sail a freighter. She caught the American Presidential Lines' President Van Buren in December 1975. "That was at a time when many of the men thought having a woman on a ship would bring bad luck," Ware remem­ bered. On July 8,1985, she became the first woman in the SIU to be a recertified steward. Lois Ware has been sailing in the steward department since 1966 when she started with the Marine Cooks and Stewards on the Matson SS Lurline. Her uncle, Thomas also sailed with the SIU. He lost his life during World War II and is me­ morialized on the plaque in the Paul Hall Maritime Library and Museum at Piney Point. Unlike his mother, Efram would like to sail in the engine depart­ ment once he gets enough time to upgrade, something he already is looking forward to doing. Sailing is "in my family," he said. "I want to give it a try." The California resident said he wanted "to see the rest of the world." Like his mother, he plans to sail primarily from the West Coast. Lois Ware has had many ad­ ventures while sailing. She was onboard the first U.S.-flag com­ mercial ship — the APL's Presi­ dent Taylor — stopped by the Iranians in January 1986 during the Gulf of Oman tanker war. For Lois, one of the highlights of her sailing career was her grad­ uation from the union's Lunde­ berg School recertified steward program. She recalled the day she completed the course, "When I walked across the stage (in Piney Point), I made a speech. 'Nineteen years ago I had a dream to sail in the union. Ten years ago part of that dream came true (sailing on a freighter). Today the whole dream came true as a recertified stew­ ard,' I said." Ware takes pride in having helped her son choose sailing with the SIU as a way of life. Lois Ware's motto in life is to not say something cannot be done until it has been tried. Lois recently completed courses in psychology and algebra at the Lundeberg School. She also took her sealift and LNG exams while there. She said all of these will help her do her job more efficiently. As she looked around the school, she took pride in knowing that she not only helped her son choose the SIU as a way of life but that she also was instrumental in help­ ing other women go to sea. "What I did gave them a chance to sail in any department," she said. "I opened a door and got rid of all the myths that women on ships are a jinx." ^ Joining Scott and his mother Dorothy Petersen (first row) are members of the Lundeberg School's steward crew who prepared Scott's first birthday cake. From left to right are Matthew Scott, Celena, Lloyd Ingram and Nancy Manny. When the son of SIU member James (Jim) Petersen celebrated his first birthday, Jim and his wife Dorothy couldn't think of a better location for the party than the dining room at the union's Lun­ deberg School. After all, said the upgrader, "My son Scott might just be the ninth generation of Petersens to go to sea." Scott's birthday coincided with Jim's upgrading schedule this fall at the Lundeberg School. Dorothy wanted Scott to enjoy his first birthday, so the couple invited family and friends to a celebration. The Lundeberg School's galley crew prepared a "beautiful birth­ day cake," said Dorothy. Jim said, "The party was a lot of fun. It felt good to have the famUy around, they came from all over." AB Jim Petersen's sea-going roots go back seven generations when members of his family sailed on Danish ships. The Petersen family's move to the United States took place when Jim's grandfather left his native Denmark and came to America. The first Petersen in the United States joined the SIU and became a bosun, a position he held until retirement. Jim, now 19 years old, joined the SIU two years ago through the entry rating program at the Lun­ deberg School in Piney Point, MD. His father, Charles H. Petersen, has sailed as a chief electrician with the SIU since 1957. His uncle Einer shipped on the Great Lakes with District 2 MEBA. Jim is not the only Petersen of his generation that sails with SIU. His brother Charles, a QMED, has shipped with the SIU for 19 years. Dorothy and Jim said they would be happy if their one-year-old son continues the family shipping tra­ dition. Jim said, "Many of the members of my family that went to sea didn't have it so good, but shipping has paid off and today we have so many benefits. If my son were to sail I imagine the conditions he'll see will be even better." Dorothy is happy with the Lun­ deberg School's accommodations for spouses and children of upgraders. Besides the help she and Jim received for Scott's birthday celebration, she said, "Everyone here has been so nice to us. The retired SIU members help me look after Scott as do all the upgraders. It's almost as if he has 200 baby­ sitters." �SW&.-SS:;---.' I 16 : •J^';rvrit^-^-.-"' 'y. •i,. A special thanks tO Mr. Gene Taylor for everything he did to help make this time less difficult. (Jod Bless you all. Robert Davis Jr. Houston, Texas Jim GoldeKs Sis Thanks Friends For Making Memorial Special dil. ' -5' S iv,;--- rvir r-%'. To the Editor: I just received the LOG (for the past month). I'd like to thank you for sending the paper in behalf of my brother Jim Colder. The LOG was special to Jim and I feel, not quite the loss, by keeping in touch. I hope to one day be able to see Piney Point where Jim is buried. I thank all Jim's friends for making his memorial service so special. Thank you all. Ev. Eggleston Jim Golder's sister Bird Island, Minnesota "• (C- Robert Davis Jr. Thanks SiU Members for Support r: :ff-: To the Editor: Robert Davis Jr., son of the late Robert Davis Sr., wishes to thank each of the SIU members who extended their expressions of con­ dolence during this time of be­ reavement. !i" • l^' |;i; :i t;3v ri: H; »<i.iji .i-u •-.••.«n».<5A!ti;.'-..J-i^(^lj'.'; i.s'li-iv. •'-A ' : -.-r I'lr.^. /'. cli.. ^SCAFARBS m . Letters to tiie Editor •¥•-' • / iHi J_-;;A!;i:.« '-l- .• •X -r Richard tieffley Sends Greetings To Former Shipmates To the Editor: Just a note to say hello. I was a picket captain up in Philadelphia in the '46 general strike, up on the Schuykill River. Anyone still around? I was just reading the ship's meetings because I wanted to see who were the ships' chairmen. I see Leon Jekot on a Sea-Land Service ship. Hello to all. I did not see one ship hold a minute of silence for all departed Brothers. Don't we do that any­ more? Your old pal, Richard Heffley Cardil^, New Jersey Sailing on the Jeremiah O'Brien Is Recommended for All To the Editor: On October 15, 1989,1 had one of the most rewarding experiences I've had in my last 62 years. I told my wife I had to take that ride aboard the SS Jeremiah O'Brien up the bay from Redwood City, California to her berth at Pier 3 at For Mason, on the San Francisco waterfront. From the time I went aboard at seven o'clock in the morning until we docked some four hours later, it was pure nostalgia. All of those crewmembers who had devoted their personal time to restoring this Liberty and then manning it were the most congenial, friendly and cooperative that anyone could ask for. There were some 50 or 60 other tourists aboard and of course the old sea stories from the im­ maculate engine room to the bridge were really worth listening to. I got off my last SlU-contracted Liberty in 1945 and headed for my home here in the Midwest so this trip was special. If anyone reading this letter doesn't know about the O'Brien in San Francisco, 1 urge you to inquire if you ever are in that area. Please make an effort to go see this truly labor of love these veteran seamen have been able to accomplish. 1 don't know who will take their places, hope­ fully someone will. And by the way it sure wouldn't hurt to send a donations once in a while to this floating National Liberty Ship Memorial. I'm sure the LOG can help with an address. I still get the Seafarers LOG and enjoy every issue. Herbert M. Widdow^n Carroliton, Illinois Editor's Note: Inquiries on the Jer­ emiah O'Brien Foundation Na­ tional Liberty Ship Memorial can be sent to: Fort Mason Center, Building A, San Francisco, CA 94123. Lundeberg School r-l P Graduates CI • •"V _ ^„ '• ' ..;'»faiI,.J:iiiC''^, /; IV' Lifeboat Ready to go Dack to sea with the lifeboat training certificates are upgraders (front row, left to right) Linda Schul, John Rose, (back row) James Boss, Tony Sivola, Shelley Thompson and instructor Jim Moore. «„•••. Fireman Oiler Watertender These SIU members recently graduated from Piney Point as fireman oiler watertenders. From the left are (front row) Dan Asaadi, Mohamed Abdulla, Sean Walker, Phillip Patton, Melvin T. Knox, (second row) Roger Vogeler, Robert Cohen, Jeffrey S. Hailstone, Steve Marcus, Fred Dimino, Edwin Taylor, Olifidio Esquivel Jr., Troy D. Robin, instructor Jim Shaffer, (third row) Michael L. Edvenson, David Jekot, Thomas Williamson, Maurice Elliot, David F. Williams, Rick Leach, Janusz Sowul, (fourth row) James M. Williams, Ernest D. Bemal, Tristan K. Pennewell, Ronald Smith, Robert E. Deutscher, Desmond McKellen, (fifth row) Daniel J. Crean, Glenn P. Barilik, Dennis Clay, (sixth row) William Harris and Michael Manuel. Trainee Lifeboat 447 Class These QMEDs recently acquired their refriger^ion endorsements at the Lundeberg School. They received instruction on principles of compressors, receivers, dehydrators and evaporators. From the left are Bill Payne, Tom Doran, John Hoskins, Steve Brown, Richard Groening, instructor Eric Malzkuhn, Roy E. Matteson and Alberto Garcia. Graduating in November from lifeboat training are trainees (front row, left to right) Jesus M. Torres, Patrick M. Smith, Mike J. Holly, Gene S. deSousa, Matt J. Carr, (second row) Darrell W. Moody, Ray Jenkins, Chad Leaming, Donnie W. Collins II, Sean O'Doherty, Warren Moody, Sean McChesky, Darrin McCabe, (third row) Dave S. Coleman Jr., Dominic J. Ray, M. M. Chester, Robert Getridge III, Mark Kraus, Benjamin W. Magliano II, Steve L. Tebbe and Jeff Peterson. - �MCiMBER/im Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SlU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Account­ ants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate find­ ings. 'the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SlU Atlantic, Gulf. Lakes a'nd Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agree­ ments. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management represen­ tatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the employers. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, notify Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SI U contracts are available in all SlU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard your ship or boat. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SlU patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to pro­ tect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SlU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE LOG. The LOG has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or mem­ ber. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established pol­ icy has been reaffirmed by membership ac­ tion at the September, 1960, meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may del­ egate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. LEGAL Am The following list of attorneys is provided for the convenience of Seafarers who may have need for leg^ assistance. Alabama John Falkenberry 300 N. 21st St. Birmingham, AL 35203 (205)322-1100 Simon, Wood & Crane 1010 Van Antwerp BIdg. Mobile. AL 36602 (205) 433-4904 California Les Ostrov Fogel, Feldman, Ostrov, Ringler & klevens 5900 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 2600 Los Angeles, CA 90036 (213) 834-2546 John Paul Jennings Henning, Walsh &. King 100 Biish St. Suite 440 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 981-4400 Louisiana Louis Robein Gardner, Robein & Urann 2540 Severn Ave. Suite 400 Metairie, LA 70002 New York Howard Schulman 485 Madison Ave. New York, NY 10022 (504) 885-9994 Pennsylvania Kirschner, Walters & Willig 1608 Walnut St. 10th floor Philadelphia, PA 19103 Kristi Post Canal Place One Suite 2300 New Orleans, LA 70130 (504)524-6207 (504) 524-6208 Maryland Charles Heyman Kaplan, Heyman, Greenberg, Engelman & Belgrad Sun Life Bldg. Charles & Redwood Sts. Baltimore, MD 21201 (301) 539-6%7 Florida Frank Hamilton III Hamilton & Associates, P.A. 2620 W. Kennedy Blvd. Tampa, FL 33609 (813)879-9842 Ma^achusetts Orlando & Associates 1 Western Ave. Gloucester, MA 01930 (508) 283-8100 Illinois Katz, Friedman, Schur & Eagle 7 S. Dearborn St. Chicago,IL 60603 (312) 263-6330 Thomas Lakin Lakin & Hemdon, P.C. 251 Old St. Louis Ave. Wood River, IL 620950027 (618) 254-1127 (800) 851-5523 toll-free ft'# Michigan Victor G. Hanson, P.C. 19268 Grand River Ave. Detroit, MI 48223 (313) ^32-1220 Christopher Legghio Miller, Cohen, Martins &Ice 1400 N. Park Plaza 17117 W. Nine Mile Rd. Southfield, MI 48075 (313) 559-2110 1-800-554-8119 (212)421-0017 (215) 893-9000 Margaret Browning Spear, Wilderman, Sigmond, Borish & Endy 260 S. Broad St. Suite 1500 Philadelphia, PA 19102 (215)732-0101 Texas Marvin Peterson 1200 Travis Suite 2020 i Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-4422 Virginia Arthur Rutter Rutter & Montagna 415 St. Paul's Blvd. Suite 720 Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-5000 Washington Rob Williamson Davies, Roberts & Reid 101 Elliott Ave. West Suite 550 Seattle, WA 98119 (206) 285-3610 ..'/•.A'',,'!" PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SlU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union head­ quarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLI­ GATIONS. Copies of the SlU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately no­ tify headqua:rters. •• • ® ' 'ft'•'[. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DO­ NATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate seg­ regated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employ­ ment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union con­ cepts. In connection with such objects. SPAD supports and contributes to political candi­ dates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be so­ licited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of mem­ bership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, notify the Seafar­ ers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if invol­ untary. Support SPAD to protect and further your economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. 'm:. • .y.T/' f: • ft'" EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guar­ anteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SlU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SlU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no mem­ ber may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geo­ graphic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquar­ ters. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SlU President Mi­ chael Sacco at Headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way and Britannia Way, Prince Georges County, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. I • i &- : Machinists Cany Eastern Struggle Into the Coming New Year As 1990 approaches, the SlU continues to assist its labor broth­ ers and sisters in the International Association of Machinists who are on strike against Eastern Air Lines. Across the country. Seafarers are helping by walking picket lines and donating food from their cup­ boards and financial support from their wallets. Frank Ortis, a spokesman for the striking Machinists, said the fact that the SIU remembers helps his members a lot. "We appreciate all that you are doing and the interest that your union has shown," he said recently from his Miami union hall. The Machinists appreciate the SIU's help. Although the pilots and fight attendants unions called off their sympathy strike with the Machin­ ists over Thanksgiving, Eastern's management said there was not room for them. Texas Air Cor­ poration, parent company for Eastern, said the names of the returning strikers would be placed on a list. Former seniority with the company would not be hon­ ored if recalls take place. Those who signed up for work first would be taken first. The sympathy strike, which started when the Machinists were locked out March 3, was called off after President Cleorge Bush vetoed a bill calling for a blueribbon panel to investigate and settle the strike. Bush sided with Frank Lorenzo, Texas Air presi­ dent, by striking down the legis­ lation the night of November 22, a mere 20 minutes before it was to become law. Bush's rationale was that government should not inter­ fere in such a business dispute. Ortis said the Machinists will attempt to override the veto when Congress convenes in January. He said that the action taken by the pilots and flight attendants has not affected the Machinists and that they would continue to pound the pavement until a settlement was reached. Ortis proudly noted of his mem­ bership that "less than 4 percent have crossed the line. Lorenzo needs maintenance for his planes and he doesn't have it as long as we're out." .r# 1:1; J •llf I ' •:? >• SI' ft: f- : :i • I _ White caps are evident as SIU members walk an informational picket line with Machinists outside an Eastern Air Lines office in Washington. . '• �ii«iMi; Aifati ryfifnfii-|»m - ' •sssp^ '4 • ---•• -:fe--?fsV.:¥v - •" • ...iOf J- -»?- ---f-T',- •• ' SOFAKiKLOG .. sOlhO " ^ •. V.--..- . • il UmnlHn€toijf irtlADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Cainp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC W'-'^ . "i' p -••'1 •"- -• •h - 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 (313)794-4988 gSA- , BALTIMORE r 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (301) 327-4900 , • DULUTH : 705 Medical Arts Biiildirig-' Duluth, MN 55802 ^ (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 636 Cooke St. Honolulu, HI 96813 (808) 523-5434 HOUSTON •> • ^ 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713)659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. :? Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 £ JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St: Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201)435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 (205)478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. : " ff--' I '^i' i'%: I' '" I '''!ir:C>. -vy;::-,:, (508) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 I( ' [y (504) 529-7546 Cyllai NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-1892 ,, ; PHILADELPHIA •y;ya^|^y 2604 S. 4 St. H ; Philadelphia, PA 19148 ' • (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT St. Mary's County Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 : SAN FRANCESCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415)543-5855 Government Services Division (415)861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 ' " -\ Santurce, PR 00907 (809)721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206) 441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314)752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213)549-4000 1 ,'V' ' ^ ""-I •- ^licy Hap SGa® HEip vou.' •v-o.- . ,# - Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea NOVEMBER 1-30, 1989 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port ? New York I Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals Port ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip Reliefs DECK DEPARTMENT 7 m •.4.y«fyg5 . k'. 3 2 40 -> Z 18 1 Z - ::23s Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston i I St. Louis ,i Piney Point Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals TOTAL SHIPPED Ml Groups Class A Class B Class C 6 4 1 6.. 4 4 6 6 5 6 1 ,6 6 9 17 18 19 10 18 9 3 1 ;,2 1 ' 0 2 7 ^ 7/ 4 2 ,^02 • 5 1 17 6 7 12 6 0 17 7 9 27 7 2 44 10 10 28 '' 2 V- 43 ' 11 7 31 2 ' " 4 48 a:: 12 . .,.5 . _ 14 «. 4 ." ' 2 , . 26 y::.5' 4 28 2 6 65 5 2 12 1 0 19 3 11 4 6 18 .: ,.9_ 7 I2^^^'7V45 14 ' 8 7 -ty 40 , 10, t T Z z z 2z 1 0 0 4 2 0 ' 2 268 58 49 405 100 ENGINE DEPARTMENT •T 34 16 10 0 2 5 ~ 0 4 ,9 >J 0 7 4 3 0 5 13 5 3 15 27 3 29*yyy: 7 4 19 2 14 20 4 6 17 4 2 13 0 6 15 3 > yi * ^ 7 7 8 11 9 3 1 10 13 0 082 A Hi 65 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 ! i >2 '• . 2 . 4 0 n ' .. • ,4. 146 -i'l-.v-iXirii 11 74 12# 96 46 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 8 10 V ' 0 0 "1' 5 0 9 3 5 1 5 12 >Yi.# il 16 3 3 9 7 10 10 2 8 1 ' •_'i - ^ -: [P«. 0mm '-> Totals All Departments 711 412 352 578 312 251 124 1,066 491 476 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of November was up from the month of October. A total of 1,265 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,265 jobs shipped, 578 jobs or about 45 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people: A total of 124 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 11,089 jobs have been shipped 'V - f �19 DECEMBER, 1989 Dispatchers* Report for Great Lakes CU-Company/Lakes NOV. 1-30, 1989 L^Lakes JaHuaiy NP—Noh Priority *TOTAL REGISTERED Ail Groups Class CL Class L Class NP TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT n 45 25 / ENGINE DEPARTMENT ' ^ • STEWARD DEPARTMENT • • 9 ENTRY DEPARTMENT ,0 ^ ,• :d ' 0;.' 19 .•_ 32 .•,^. is Totals All Departments 0 30 33 0 78 38 0 32 51 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Dispatchers* Report for iniand Waters NOVEMBER 1-30, 1989 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port New Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston 1 Algonac St. Louis Piney Point Totals Port New York ^ Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville : San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac St. Louis Piney Point Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore , Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac St. Louis Piney Point Totals 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 6 0 0 1 0 m,mo' 26 0. ^ 13 . 0 p 0 1 1 iodiS^?'0, 0 43 0 17 v;- 2-.,'.- 4 0 0 33 ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 0 15 0 0 0 22 0 0 46 0 1 0 12 0 0 1 1 0 0 15 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 22 0 2 0 0 \.20 1 d 0 0 7 0 0 14 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 1 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 5 0 0 0 1 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 Iii70 'i; 0 22 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 3 -J)': 20 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 d 0 0 0 0 1 Q •'^4'ai" 25'CI ' 23 0 0 0 0 0 0 d 0 0 0 0 1 0 n 1 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 2 1 0 4 2 8 Piney Point Monday, January 8 New York Tuesday, January 9 Philadelphia Wednesday, January 10 Baltimore Thursday, January 11 Norfolk Thursday, January 11 Jacksonville Thursday, January 11 Algonac Friday, January 12 Houston Tuesday, January 16 New Orleans Tuesday, January 16 Mobile Wednesday, January 17 San Francisco Thursday, January 18 Wilmington Monday, January 22 Seattle Friday, January 26 San Juan Thursday, January 11 St. Louis Friday, January 19 Honolulu Friday, January 19 Duluth Wednesday, January 17 Jersey City Wednesday, January 24 New Bedford Tuesday, January 23 I'X' :ry J#' .•) .vX Math port's meeting sierts at 10:30 a.m. ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 0 0 8 Membership Meetings Deep Sea, Lakes, lalaad Waters ' 1 0 •' 0 46 •g--; 0 3 0 17 0 0 2 0 1 0 0 0 10 0 0 33 0 '0 29 -O- •xx:X-o 1 0 0 •0 0 2 0 .0 0 6 0 0 9 * •••Xv PERSONALS 2 0 0 :xxi : -vo V.--. :r-2^. 0 0 4 &SiO^ 0 0 9 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 1 0 0 0 5 64 78 208 135 20 76 39 30 79 Totals All Departments -Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last mouthy ™ ,h„ Reach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. JAMES BOYLE Please call Lance Padgett col­ lect at (301) 737-2597 or contact headquarters and ask for exten­ sion 247. • f f-x' WALTER "SKIPPY" CHIPMAN Please contact Capt. Brown's son, Richard at (800) 922-5880. SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN NOTICE COBRA: Continuation Heaitb Coverage If you or your dependents lose your eligibility for health care coverage under the Rules and Regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, you and your dependents may be eligible to purchase, at a premium. Welfare coverage directly from the Plan. If you find that you have lost your eligibility for Plan coverage, you must notify the Plan office immediately to find out whether or not you or your . dependents may elect to continue your benefits under this program. If you want more information concerning this program you can call the membership services office. 1-800-CLAIMS-4 (1-800-252-4674) or write COBRA Program Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Maryland 20746 NOTE: A detailed article explaining this program appeared in the April 1989 issue of the LOG. • .l- "'V'-fe i- ..... x.-'' 1. •. ; �tm .;K iX-. •'X,imx; I 20 " SeAFARERS LOG -. ,- J \ • •' , •• •• . f-V'X , ' uigest of Meetiiigo TRR fonowhig sMfpk mkmt^mimi a samfilhig of tHemmf meetiag nports tkoW noofnt R^ oioiM fnm lis ships anoml tliB wOM^ 'If-i • r- { -' Ships mhmtas ammikmoS hp tt« tmioa's eohbsict deparShot^ bsuos npulrihg attonlioo OR rosoiiitlott an adtkes^ bp We UBSRIY BEIU (Liberty Maritime Corp.), September 3 — Chairman Perry Greenwood, Secretary Kevin Dougherty, Educational Director C. Boudreau, Deck Delegate Winston A. Dodson, Engine Delegate Jimmie Nicholson, Steward Delegate Isidro Santiago. Chairman reported com­ pany upgraded living conditions on vessel, reminded crew to keep ship clean and to not track grease and oil into living quarters. Treasurer an­ nounced $56 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Bo­ sun thanked for providing video­ tapes. Steward department thanked for making crew fat. Next ports: Singapore and Los Angeles. SUGAR ISUmOlR (Pacific Gulf Marine), September 17 — Chairman P. Laborde. Secretary R. Young, Educa­ tional Director C. Hall, Deck Dele­ gate James Crane. Chairman informed crew that previous situa­ tion regarding meeting minutes was being investigated by union. Educa­ tional director urged members to up­ grade at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate reported some disputed OT. Engine and steward delegates re­ ported no beefs or disputed OT. Contract suggestion: members should be able to retire at full pay after 20 years of sea time. Crew re­ quested dryer be fixed, new washer for street clothes be installed and new carpet be laid for cabins. Stew­ ard department thanked for job well done. AUK BOhimiAM (Maersk Lines), Oc­ tober 15 ^ Chairman W. Byrne, Secretary G. Shirley, Educational Director J. E. Williams. Chairman stressed importance of reporting for . duty on time. He would like AB's to have more training. Secretary re­ minded crew next repatriation to U.S. would be November 22. En­ gine delegate reported disputed OT, deck and steward delegates reported none. Crew asked contract depart­ ment to look into getting 14 days of vacation under Maersk contract. Next port: Diego Garcia. AMSRKAM UGU (Pacific Gulf Marine), October 15 — Chairman Billy East­ wood, Secretary Frank Costango, Deck Delegate Wayne Proudlove, Engine Delegate Dennis Clay bom. Steward Delegate Calvin Hazzard. Chairman reminded crew of October 23 payoff in Savannah. No beefs or disputed OT reported. August Sea­ farers LOG received and distributed. Steward department thanked by crew. Next ports: Savannah, GA and Charleston, SC. BROOKS RAMGi (lOT), October 28 — Chairman Robert Edwards, Secre­ tary J. Pitetta, Educational Dirtector J. Fair. Chairman reported chief en­ gineer will get parts to repair wash­ ing machine. He said new VCR on­ board. He announced vessel would be in port about 40 hours for re­ pairs. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. ONfF fRUUR (Cove Shipping), Octo­ ber 29 — Chairman C. E. Pryor, ... Secretary Robert L. Scott, Deck Delegate B.B. Bom, Steward Dele­ gate L. Jordan. Chairman reported launch service not provided while i ship in port for Columbus Day. He noted water on vessel is bad. Secre­ tary urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer sought donations for ship's fund. All dele­ gates reported disputed OT and en­ gine delegate reported beef. Steward department thanked for excellent food. Chief cook asked that work be done on galley equipment. Next port: Houston. GfflHIilU (Puerto Rico Marine), Oc­ tober 16 — Chairman Paul Domes, Secretary Paul Stubblefield, Educa­ tional Director Robert Tompkins, Deck Delegate W. Taylor, Engine Delegate J. Barone, Steward Dele­ gate Peter Mazzitelli. Chairman an­ nounced payoff for October 18. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew suggested VCR exchange so threespeed tapes could be played and crew could view their own videos. Water fountain placed outside mess so people who are not crewmembers will stay out of galley. Next port: Elizabeth, NJ. m ARItS (ETC), October 8 — Chair­ man W. Mitchell, Secretary D. Para­ dise, Educational Director R. Rob­ ertson, Deck Delegate J. Graham, Steward Delegate G. Evans. Chair­ man said all going well. He asked crewmembers to keep noise level down and to contribute to SPAD and upgrade. Secretary asked mem­ bers to clean rooms when leaving and prepare clean linen for new members. Treasurer announced $280 in ship's fund after purchasing recre­ ational equipment and donating $200 to buy refrigerators for rooms. No beefs or disputed OT. Next port: Himeji, Japan. IMG TAURUS (ETC), October 22 — Chairman Robbynson Suy, Secre­ tary Doyle Comelius, Educational Director Bmce Smith, Deck Dele­ gate Charles Kahl, Engine Delegate Charles Dahlhaus, Steward Delegate Udjang Nurdjaja. Chairman stressed need to upgrade at Piney Point and to donate to SPAD. Secret^ thanked everyone for keeping Crew lounge clean. Treasurer announced $410 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Steward depart­ ment thanked for job well done, es­ pecially at pool parties. Next port: Tobata. IMG VIRGO (ETC), October 29 — Chairman Billie Darley, Secretary N. Duhe, Educational Director P. Wolf, Engine Delegate Kevin Conklin. Steward Delegate William Christmas. Chairman welcomed new members aboard. He reported telex advising crew to beware of contami­ nated food and cigarettes in Indone­ sia. He asked members to be con­ siderate of others who might be sleeping when playing tapes or ra­ dio. Treasurer reported $14.40 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for making crew quarters V- -• .n habitable and for having food ready when members arrived at shipyard. OVEISfilS MEW YORK (Maritime Over­ seas), October 19 •— Chairman M. Zepeda, Secretary N. Evans, Edu­ cational Director E. Self, Deck Del­ egate J. Poleate, Engine Delegate C. Edwards, Steward Delegate J. Ortiz. Chairman noted payoff upon arrival in Nederland, TX. He asked anyone injured to report to medical officers so record would be kept. Treasurer reported $50 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew requested second washing machine for cleaning leisure clothing. Oil and paint from cleaning of work clothes has been getting on other clothing. Steward department thanked for fine work. Next port: Nederland, TX. Muao SAM JUAM (Puerto Rico Ma­ rine), October 23 — Chairman Ron­ ald Mena, Secretary Carroll C. Kenny, Educational Director C. J. Gallagher. Crew asked negotiating committee to look into an emer­ gency leave provision in contract for members who have a death in their immediate family. Steward delegate reported some disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT in deck and engine departments. Arrangements are being made to have separate tapes for crewmembers and officers. Members asked to care for new fur­ niture installed in lounge. Steward department thanked for excellent job. Sfil-14iV0iin4MIC (Sea-Land Service), October 15 — Chairman R. Short, Secretary J. Rivera, Educational Di­ rector A. Cuevas. Chairman an­ nounced payoff would be held upon arrival in Houston on October 23. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew requested microwave oven and radio for lounge. Crew noted problems with ship's heating system. Crew asked for consideration to raise pensions to equal social secu­ rity. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next ports: Charleston, Port Everglades, Hous­ ton and Jacksonville. SEA-IAMB EMIERPRISE (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), October 15 — Chairman Elex Cary Jr., Secretary G.S. Lynch, Ed­ ucational Director James E. Rob­ erts, Deck Delegate Edward F. O'Brien, Engine Delegate Joseph Collins, Steward Delegate John Col­ lins. Chairman thanked members for keeping ship sailing smoothly. Sec­ ret^ announced ship entering yard . soon and members should inform department delegates of needed re­ pairs. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for fine chow and cookouts. Crew told movie library was quite large be­ cause of volunteer movie recorders. Next port: Long Beach, CA. MiDUOYD HUDSOM (Sea-Land Service), October 1 — Chairman E. Bronstein. Secretary R. Connolly, Edu­ cational Director M. Overgaard, En­ gine Delegate Pedro Santiago, Steward Delegate Angel Correa. Crew asked union to look into cost of living raises for pensioners. Stew­ ard department praised for good food and ship's cleanliness. Crew reported problem with lookout get­ ting sick from stack gases. Next port: Houston, TX. OVaSSRS AUa (Maritime Overseas), October 9 — Chairman S.W. Copeland, Secretary C. Loper Jr., Educa­ tional Director A.D. Bombita Jr., Deck Delegate Troy Smith. Chair­ man announced chief mate thanked crew for supreme job during recent refiieling-at-sea maneuvers with 7th Fleet. Chairman reminded crew to have drug tests before returning to vessel. Secretary thanked crew for making steward department job eas­ ier during exercises by being prompt for meals. Education^ director trying to institute physical fitness program by getting more equipment onboard. Treasurer reported $240 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT. Crewmembers requested payoff in foreign port take place with American currency unless ship's check is requested. Steward depart­ ment, especially chief cook, thanked for fine job. Next port: Subic Bay, Philippines. SEA-IAMB EXnORER (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), October 8 — Chairman L. Cope, Secretary W. Hawkins, Deck Delegate K. Moore. Chairman re­ ported microwave replaced and new television ordered. He said payoff will take place in Long Beach, CA rather than Oakland, CA. Members getting reliefs reminded to have upto-date drug tests before returning to vessel. Treasurer stated $317 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT. Contract department asked to investigate matter of a member keeping accrued day off if it was not taken before signing off for relief. Next port: Long Beach, CA. OVftSEiS HARRIETTE (Maritime Over­ seas), October 13 — Chairman Ray E, Todd, Secretary Vincent San­ chez, Deck Delegate William Cronan, Engine Delegate Bobbie Clark, Steward Delegate A. Langlois. Chairman announced vessel will be in New Orleans for three to seven days before leaving for Alex­ andria, Egypt. He said crewmem­ bers should be home for Christmas. He warned members about using tools that are not American made that could be substandard and un­ safe. No beefs of disputed OT re­ ported. Crew requested television antenna in crew's lounge be checked. Next port: New Orleans. SEA-IAMB HAWAII (Sea-Land Service), October 24 ^ Chairman Joseph SanFilippo, Secretary Jose M. Bayani. Educational Director James J. Flynn, Deck Delegate W. Douglas, Engine Delegate James Brown. Chairman reported all fine onboard. Secretary thanked deck and engine departments for keeping lounge and mess areas clean. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew noted air conditioning not working properly. Steward department thanked for outstanding job. SA Clarence L. Page and DEU Yahya S. Ali thanked for keeping ship clean. Next port: Oakland, CA. OVERSEAS JOVa (Maritime Overseas), October 15 — Chairman Duane E. Stevens, Secretary Steve Parker, Educational Director O. Pariama, Steward Delegate Samuel Johnson. Secretary requested members stay out of g^ley at night. He announced steward would be leaving for one trip and chief cook would relieve him. Educational director stressed need for upgrading at Lundeberg School. He announced availability of tape on ship's safety equipment and procedures. Treasurer asked for do­ nations to ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Members asked to separate plastics from trash as bosun has to keep track of dis­ posal. Next ports: Baltimore, New York and Boston. SEi-liUVD MAVIGA70R (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), October 14 — Chairman E. Cain, Secretary John Alamar. Chair­ man reported matter of being taken from wheel while ship at sea settled by Honolulu port agent. Secretary stated problems concerning duties of DEU settled. Treasurer announced Continued on page 21 . - .'A""- - . • --'I,. • 'V '% '' J' �V •• riff Y • DCaUBiR, 1989 21 Continued from page 20 $89.39 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT. Crew would like ad­ vances during stops in Honolulu, Guam and Okinawa or Taiwan. Members asked for contract and welfare information. Next port: Long Beach, CA. m-lAHD nCER (Sea-Land Service), October 4 — Chairman Emilio V. Sierra, Secretary J. Williams, Edu­ cational Director C.R. Dunn, Deck Delegate H.F. Morris, Engine Dele­ gate R.J. Butch. Chairman reported microwave oven and air conditioning not working. He discussed keys, bus service for crew and issue of pen­ sion increases. Secretary noted lack of ventilation in galley. No beefs or disputed OT. Because of unrest in area of Manila Bay, Philippines — where vessel is docked — crew re­ quested bus service to go into town. Steward department thanked for job well done. Sa-UND mOiR (Sea-Land Service), October 5 — Chairman A.L. Palino, Secretary R. Spencer, Educational Director M.L. Mefferd. Chairman announced payoff scheduled for ar­ rival in Long Beach, CA. Crew re­ minded to clean dryer after use. Steward said new toaster arriving for mess. Steward department thanked for fine job. SEA-UND VALUE (Sea-Land Service), October 14 — Chairman F. Adams, Secretary Juan Gonzalez, Engine Delegate Ernesto Pagan, Steward Delegate Roberto Arana. Chairman reminded members to donate to SPAD and upgrade at Lundeberg School. He announced everything running smoothly. Educational di­ rector urged members to read Sea­ farers LOG from cover to cover. Engine delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT from deck and steward delegates. Crew asked that dirt be removed from air vents. Steward department sought one hour pay per day for cleaning rooms. Next port: Elizabeth, NJ. SEA'IAHD VOYAGER (Sea-Land Service), October 28 -^-Chairman G. Poer, Secretary C. Gibson, Educational Director R. Risbeck. Chairman stated all going well on vessel. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew would like new movies. Steward de­ partment thanked for good job. Next port: Tacoma, WA. 5GT MAW KOCAK (Waterman Steam­ ship Co.), October 17 — Chairman posted headquarters report referring to garnishment of vacation pay for tax purposes. He announced payoff would take place on October 19. He thanked everyone for cooperation. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked headquarters to send in­ formation on 1989 EPA monies due ship's crew. Steward department thanked for providing A-1 food. Next port: Jacksonville, FL. SPIRIT OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), October 15 — Chairman Fred Sellman, Secretary R. Jones, Educa­ tional Director J. Badgett, Deck Delegate Teddy Daniels, Engine Delegate Edward L. Haney, Stew­ ard Delegate Larry Aldridge. Chair­ man reminded crew they would be first Americans many Poles in Gdynia had seen. He asked crew to make best impression possible. Sec­ retary noted letter to Lech Walesa from SlU President Michael Sacco and speech in New Orleans by SIU Vice President Thomas Glidewell had been posted. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Chairman reaf­ firmed Seahawk's policy of no alco­ holic beverages aboard. Violation of Sif • ••• system in lounge. Steward depart­ ment thanked for good job, espe­ cially poolside barbecues. Next port: Oakland. NEDUOYD HUDSON (Sea-Land Service), November 5 — Chairman John Neff, Secretary R.G. Connolly, Educa­ tional Director Mike Overgaard, En­ gine Delegate Terry Preston, Stew­ ard Delegate Gina Lightfoot. Chairman reported on U.S. govern­ ment's zero tolerance policy. Deck delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT raised by engine and . steward delegates. Crew thanked CC Gina Lightfoot and GSU Vern Payne for excellent job in steward department. AKSS USNS Hess gangway watch AB Richard Lujan pictured while the vessel was, docked in Singapore. rule would mean discharge for cause. Hats off to steward depart­ ment for making trip good. Next port: Gdynia, Poland. STAR OP TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), October 29 — Chairman Gene Paschall, Secretary T. Fletcher, Educational Director James Gaines, Deck Delegate Geof­ frey Brecht, Steward Delegate Frank Howard. Chairman reported excel­ lent trip with very good crew and officers. He asked members to leave rooms clean when leaving ship. Ed­ ucational director reminded crew about cargo preference laws to help union obtain more cargo from runa­ way vessels. Deck and engine dele­ gates reported disputed OT. Steward delegate reported no beefs or dis­ puted OT. Steward department thanked for job well done. Crew asked that ship get satellite antenna. THOMPSON PASS (lOM), October 29 — Chairman G. L. Hoover, Secretary Curtis Phillips, Educational Director Mark Grendahl, Deck Delegate Mar­ shall Airey, Steward Delegate Lionel St. Julien. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point and to donate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for great meals. Crew would like ice machine repaired and remote control acquired for VCR. Next port: Long Beach, CA. USNSALTAIR (Bay Tankers), October 15, 1989 — Chairman Larry A. Ambrous. Secretary T. Wright, Educa­ tional Director B. Ball. Chairman re­ ported ship running smoothly. He announced deck department submit­ ting repair list before vessel arrived in Savannah, GA and asked other departments to do the same. Secre­ tary noted repairs needed in some rooms and in forward lounge refrig­ erator. Educational director said ship could use additional VCR and more tapes. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for fine job. Moment of si­ lence was observed for departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Sa­ vannah, GA. m AQUARIUS (ETC), November 14 — Chairman U. Veach, Secretary Frank Robertson, Deck Delegate Jack Rhodes, Engine Delegate Ran­ dall Firestine, Steward Delegate Re­ becca Sleeper. Chairman told mem­ bers to watch themselves when ashore in Indonesia. He urged crew to exercise caution shopping be­ cause some items that are legal in Indonesia are illegal in United States. Secretary stated drug testing is for real and help is available if needed. Members reminded to up­ grade at Lundeberg School. Treas­ urer noted $100 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for job well done. LN6 CAPRICORN (ETC), November 13 — Chairman J. W. Garner, Secre­ tary R. Adams, Deck Delegate B. Gillis, Engine Delegate T. R. Van Pelt, Steward Delegate Alex Bonefont. Chairman announced vessel going into yard in February. Treas- . urer reported $560 in ship's fund. Engine delegate reported beef. No beefs in deck or steward depart­ ments. Galley crew received vote of thanks. Next port: Osaka, Japan. MAERSK CONSTEUATION (Maersk Lines), November 13 — Chairman Sal Ciciulla. Secretary Pat Briggs, Educa­ tional Director R. Baker, Deck Del­ egate Robert Trainor, Engine Delegate Eddie McClain, Steward Delegate Carlton Griffin. Secretary noted microwave ovens ordered dur­ ing last trip had not arrived; how­ ever, broken television replaced and VCR and radio fixed. Educational director stated two members going to Piney Point to upgrade at end of voyage. Treasurer listed $217.30 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew requested clarifi­ cation of overtime, permanent jobs and transportation procedures in contract with Maersk Lines. Crew said mail service is slow and should be investigated. Also, larger coffee system is needed. CE Ralph Baker thanked for repairing entertainment WESTWARD VENTURE (lOM), October 22 — Chairman Dana M. Cella, Secre­ tary Florencio Nieves Jr., Educa­ tional Director John T. Ross. Edu­ cational director announced Coast Guard is seeking new regulations re­ quiring documents to be renewed every five years. Crew asked for more information on that and ,drug testing. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Company will provide cable television aboard at cost of $12.50 per man and company will make up difference. ROKR (Ocean Carriers), November 5 — Chairman D. Ellette, Secretary E. Harris, Educational Director J. Parkhurst, Deck Delegate M. Santana, Engine Delegate F. Brown, Steward Delegate 1. Monassar. Chairman announced vessel going into shipyard in January. He re­ minded members to register when getting off and to stay in touch with union about recrewing ship. He said new washer and dryer would be in­ stalled at shipyard. Treasurer stated $87 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Bosun thanked deck department for work when ship refueled in Diego Garcia. Crew re­ quested juice be kept in pantry re­ frigerator during day and larger sheets for beds be acquired. Next ports: Singapore and Subic Bay. SEA-IAND DEVELOPER (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), November 5 — Chairman P. Gallagher, Secretary L. Lightfoot, Deck Delegate Clyde B. Luse, En­ gine Delegate John Day, Steward Delegate Jake Dusich. Chairman thanked crew for cooperation in sep­ arating plastics. He said crew had questions concerning breaking of watches in port when stay is less than 24 hours. Secretary asked all members to leave rooms clean when they are being replaced. Treasurer announced $40 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. (Trew asked for new washing machine. Steward department thanked for good meals, service and salad bar. Next port: Tacoma, WA. SEA-IAND EXPRESS (Sea-Land Service), November 5 — Chairman J.M. Ard, Secretary J.A. Zurick, Educational Director Daniel Compeau, Deck Delegate George Vukmir, Engine Delegate Domingo Milla, Steward Delegate William Bryley. Treasurer said $23 left in movie fund after 46 movies purchased. Deck delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT given by engine and steward delegates. Bosun reminded crew to lock movies while in port. Crew wished CE Daniel Compeau long and happy retirement when he leaves vessel and presented him with cake. Brother Compeau began sailing in 1944. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port: Tacoma, WA. 'i- . i: • • V:^i ..ft sfl •iH. . �f -gJiflnHVrtT M* iL. jB'jntfic* - \S:'; '•) saifARCRsm 22 '•' • - '• i •:Pr -•::':0->g:;: Final Deep Sea ALFRED AAVA Alfred Aava, 81, passed away November I. The Estonian native joined the SIU in November 1943 in the port of Norfolk. He worked in the engine department. Brother Aava collected his first union pension check in August 1973. . v, .,.: '• >•: ••t. •','•• ' -• A& •%-^r• M'' -•I'- 'V" '^' JAMES COLOSIMO James Colosimo, 26, died in September. Bom in Langhorae, PA, he served in the Army from 1980 to 1982. Brother Colosimo started his deck department career as a 1987 graduate of the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. He was an active member at the time of his death. JACOB COOK Jacob Cook, 84, passed away November 4. Although he was born in Holland, he served in the U.S. Army from 1941 to 1945. In August 1948, Brother Cook acquired his SIU book in the port of Baltimore. He retired from the steward department in June 1970. His wife, Ann, survives him. MACARIO B. HIDALGO Macario B. Hildalgo, 85, died November 16. He was born in the Philippines. Brother Hidalgo received his SIU permit in May 1957 in the port of Seattle under the name of Macario Delores. The steward department veteran began his retirement in May 1977. HAROLD L. MOORE Harold L. Moore, 62, passed away October 21 at the Houston (TX) Methodist Hospital. He served in the Air Force from 1946 to 1950 after joining the SIU in December 1944 in the port of New York. Although he began his sailing career in the deep sea division. Brother Moore also held a full inland book. The black gang member upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1974 and 1977. Funeral services were held October 24 in his native Gainesville, FL. He is survived by his stepmother, Berta Thomas Moore; a daughter, Marilyn J. Mollman; a sister, Dorothy Sanders, and a brother, Mitchell Moore. ALF O. OLSEN Alf O. Olsen, 70, died November 17. Brother Olsen, who was born in Norway, joined the union in February 1944 in the port of New York. The deck department veteran walked picket duty during the union's 1961 strike. He began receiving his pension in May 1982. ESTEBAN OQUENDO Esteban Oquendo, 72, died September 24. The steward department member was bom in Puerto Rico. He received his SIU book in February 1944 in the port of New York. His wife, Fannie, survives him. CONSORCIO RADIOS Consorcio Radios, 81, passed away November 20. The Philippines native became a book member in August 1953 in the port of New York. Brother Radios served in the steward department. He is survived by his wife, Blanche. DONALD K. POILLON Donald K. Poillon died October 14 in Honolulu. Brother Poillon worked several years aboard both the SS Constitution and SS Independence in the engine department. He was an active member at the time of his death. Inland BEVERLY E. DUNSTON Beverly E. Dunston, 86, passed away November 11. The Virginia native joined the SIU in July 1961 in the port of Norfolk. He worked on McAllister Brothers vessels as a captain. Boatman Dunston retired in November 1968. His wife, Vemetta, survives him. ELLIS G. FOSTER Ellis G. Foster, 49, died August 26. Bom in Belhaven, NC, he became a union member in July 1961 in the port of Norfolk. Boatman Foster worked in the deck department as a mate and captain. He is survived by his wife, Frances, and three children, Paula, Ellis and Loretta. FRANCIS LEE LANDRY Francis Lee Landry, 22, was involved in a fatal car accident September 4 in St. Martin Parish, LA. He sailed as a deckhand. He was buried September 5 in his native Amaudville, LA. He is survived by his wife, Ida; his mother, Laura, and his father, Curley. RALPH T. MEGEE Ralph T. Megee, 86, passed away May 5. The Delaware native joined the union in June 1961 in the port of Philadelphia. He sailed most of his life on Independent Towing Company boats as a captain. Boatman Megee was buried May 8 at Prince George's Cemetery in Dagsboro, DE. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth, and son, Ralph Jr. WILLIAM WOYTOVITCH William Woytovitch, 74, died October 4. He served in the Army from 1941 to 946. Boatman Woytovitch joined the SIU,in April 1%1 in the port of Philadelphia. Born in Philadelphia, Brother Woytovitch sailed in the steward department on Curtis Bay Towing vessels. His wife, Irene, survives him. Correction In the October 1989 issue of the Seafarers LOG, the obituary for Brother Jack W. Spencer Jr. inadvert­ ently left out some of his surviving family members. From correspondence re­ ceived by the LOG, sur­ viving him besides his wife, Thelma, are three daughters. La Verne Mol­ lis, Trinia Hayes and Mar­ ian Washington; five sons, Jackie Spencer, Michael Spencer, Londell Wash­ ington, Ray Anthony Spencer and Carlos Eaves; and seven grand­ children as well as his for­ mer wife, Virgil Lee Wells. SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT MCS-PMA SUPPLEMENTARY PENSION PLAN 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Maryland 20746 (301)899-0675 This is a summary of the annual report of the MCS-PMA Supple­ mentary Pension Trust Fund EIN 51-6097856 for the year ended December 31, 1988. The annual report has been filed with the Inter­ nal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENT YOUR RIGHTS TO ADDITIONAL INFORMATION You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. An Accountant's report. 2. Assets held for investment. 3. Transactions in excess of ,5 percent of plan assets. 4. Actuarial information regarding the funding of the Plan. Benefits under the plan are provided by the Trust. Plan expenses were $1,638,890. These expenses included $150,152 in administrative expenses and $1,488,738 in benefits paid to partici­ pants and beneficiaries. A total of 2,277 persons were participants in or beneficiaries of the plan at the end of the plan year, although not all of these persons had yet earned the right to receive benefits. The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $10,868,175 as of December 31,1988, compared to $10,841,812 as of January 1, 1988. During the plan year, the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $26,363. This increase included unrealized depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the dilference between the value of plan assets at the end of the year and the price the plan originally paid for these assets. The plan had a total income of $1,665,253, including employer contributions of $537,313, gains of $406,075 from the sale of assets, and earnings from investments of $721,865. MINIMUM FUNDING STANDARDS •9 '••':• An actuary's statement shows that enough money was contributed to the plan to keep it funded in accordance with the minimum funding standards of ERISA. To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of Mr. Leo Bonser, who is Plan Administrator, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746, (301)899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $3.00 for the full annual report, or $.10 per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 and at the U. S. Department of Labor in Washington, D. C. or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room N4677, Pension and Welfare Benefit Pro­ grams, Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N. W., Washington, D. C. 20216. �v.; if* ko; -fi DtCmBER, 1990 UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE AH Pngtms An GnnJ to Impmo Job SkUh of SlU Htomhon ond to Fnmoto tho Amorican Maiitimo fudustry January-March 1990 The following is the current course schedule for January-March 1990 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's needs. PLEASE NOTE: All members are required to take firefighting when attending the Lundeberg School. , ^ ^ • •; Completion Date "Course May 11 QMED—Any Rating February 16 FlremanAVatertender and Ofll^ f April 27 , H March 2 Marine Electrical Maintenance March 30 : Marine Electronics Technician February 2 ,, Diesel Engine Technology February 2 Hydraulics March 2 Welding April 13 ' • Pumproom Maintenance & Operations April 27 Electro-Hydraulics All students in the Engine Department will have a two week. Sealift'rf-i Familiarization class at the end of their regtdar course. Check-In Date February 19 January 8 March 19 January 8 January 8 January 8 January 8 February 5 March 5 March 19 Ciieck-In Completion Date Date Februarys March 16 January 22 February 2 February 19 March 2 March 19 March 30 Simulator Shiphandling January 22 February 2 IViarch 5 March 16 Third Mate January 29 May 11 Upon completion of course, the Sealift Operations tSi Maintenance course must he taken. Uie Adult Education courses of Adult Basic Education (ABE), High School Equivalency (GED) and English As A Second Language (ESL) are six weeks injength. Check-In Completioii Date Date Course February 16 January 8 School Equivalency (GED) AprO 14 March 5 February9 January 8 Adult Basic Education (ABE) April 13 March 5 February 9 English as a Second Language (ESL) January 8 March 23 February 12 January 19 ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course January 8 January 29 February 16 The Developmental Studies Class (DVS) will he offered one week prior to some of the upgrading classes. Developmental Studies March 12 March 16 Completion Check-In Date Date All open-ended (contact admissions office for starting date) Course Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker Chief Cook, Chief Steward All students in the Steward Program will have a two week Sealift Famil­ iarization class at the end of their regular course. Course Steward Recertification Bosun Recertification (Last) (First) (Middle) Address. (City) Telephone. (Zip Code) Seniority " (Area Code) CPR: • Yes No • — : ——- With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You must also submit a COPY of the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, as well as, a COPY of your clinic card. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule until this is received. VESSEL RATING HELD DATE OF DISCHARGE DATE SHIPPED Book #_ DepartmenL Veteran of U.S. Armed Forces: • Yes • No U.S. Citizen: • Yes • No Home Port Are you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: • Yes • No (If yes, fill in below) Trainee Program: From. to Last grade of school completed. (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses: • Yes • No (if yes, fill in below) DATE. SIGNATURE. I Am in(eres(ed in (he Following Course(s) Checked Below or lndica(ed Here if Not Listed Endorsement(s) or License(s) Now Held. Course(s) Takea. No^ Primary Language Spoken. Mo./Day/Year Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your applica­ tion will not be processed. Social Security #_ No • Date Available for training Date of Birth si "Vi - •Ar - DECK AB/Sealifl ls( Class Pilot Third Mate _ Radar Observer Unlimited • Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboal Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course ENGINE • FOWT • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) • Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation . • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems • Automation • Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility • Cook and Baker • Chief Cook • Chief Steward • Towboat Inland Cook ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding 3 Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT n Adult Basic Education (ABE) • High School Equivalency Program (GED) • Developmental Studies (DVS) • English as a Second Language (ESL) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation COLLEGE PROGRAM • Associates in Arts Degree • Certificate Programs No Iransportation will be paid unless you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: , , Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center. Pincy Point. MD. 20674 I2«9 • • •li ' '''M •,;|V .V January 8 through March 2 March 19 through May 11 Firefighting; • Yes (Street) (State) Completion Date March 5 May 7 FULL 8-week Sessions • Yes UpgnMni Applkafion _ Check-In Date January 29 March 26 Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement: SEAFARERS HARRY LUNDEBERG SCHOOL OF SEAMANSHIP Nam( ' SHLSS College Program Schedule for 1990 February 19 February 23 March 19 March 23 Upon completion the Sealift Operations, course must he taken. ;? I • Recertification Programs Oil Spill Course Oil Spill Prevention & Containment (1 week) if V .J-:.'': 1990 Adult Education Schedule Steward Upgrading Courses 'I Cngine Upgrading Courses Dedr Upgnding Counes Coui^ Abie Seaman Lifeboatman I �: • J.-,—"."V ;r SUFARCKSWG '• \ f \ S.'sT:-'- SEAEimXiS •I HAS ANYONE SEEN THESE CHILDREN? December, 1989 Volume 51, Number 12 Seafarer 1989 Activities Reflected in World Ivents - a ^v'- 'i >T« .-V ' • • . MV.: '•• '"ir- • .'i'. t'-'i? • :•% -it I • 'i '. . As is not unique for those whose livelihood takes them to every comer of the globe, Seafarers found themselves on the front lines of history again in 1989. Whether in peace or conflict, shipping actively reflected headline-making events around the world. As the communist states of Eastern and Central Europe crum­ bled, SlU-manned vessels pulled into the port of Gdynia, Poland carrying American food cargoes to assist the new government led by the democratic trade union movement in its stmggle to lift the Polish people out of the despair and destitution in which the com­ munist dictatorship had kept them. .. n i'-; .Vi , •h . •. ''f .}• ;;V\ ;||':;v::®v:;.:: cm ;••:,:•• '-• The smokestack of the Francis Hammer docked in Jacksonville. As a result of policies instituted by Gorbachev, American access to the Soviet Union was increased. Thus it was that SIU crews took the Julius Hammer and Francis Hammer, filled with liquid fertili­ zer, to Soviet farmers in the Ukraine. The product carriers, prior to this fall, had been non­ union, but now are operated by SlU-contracted Ocean Shipholding. J' -?r Readiness Record Set The U.S. government's battle with Panamanian strong-arm ruler Manuel Noriega brought the SIUcrewed USNS Bellatrix to Panama carrying Army cargo in late spring. The SIU and District 2 MEBA, the two unions responsible for supplying personnel for the-Mili­ tary Sealift Command vessel, set a readiness record in having the vessel become fully operational. All crewmembers were onboard and the ship was ready to sail only 22 hours after receiving the acti­ vation command, beating MSC's requirement of 96 hours by three days. During 1989, the SIU repeatedly called to the attention of govern­ ment policy-makers the hollowness of the so-called theory of "effective U.S. control" over American-owned runaway flag vessels. In light of the American government's beef with Noriega, Panamanian-flag vessels, while owned by U.S. citizens, hardly could be considered militarily use­ ful, the union noted. Late in the year, the Bush administration an­ nounced Panamanian-flag vessels would not be allowed entry in U.S. ports. SIU Sets Up OU SpiU Training In the United States and throughout the world, environ­ mental concerns dominated public debate. Immediately following the oil spill created by the grounding of the Exxon Valdez in the Prince William Sound of Alaska, the SIU developed and implemented a training course for Seafarers in spill prevention and containment techniques. Seafarers on U.S.-flag vessels began separating plastics from their garbage in a worldwide effort to prevent marine pollution. The attempts of some American companies to wipe out the security attained by their workers were highlighted by bitter strikes in 1989. The most critical involved the ma­ chinists at Eastern Air Lines, coal workers at the Pittston Company and telephone workers at the re­ gional phone companies. Contin­ uing the SIU's longstanding tra­ dition of aiding brother and sister trade unionists, white capped Sea­ farers walked these unions' picket lines in the course of the year. Government Orders Drug Testing Domestic concerns over the pervasive use of drugs brought harsh regulations on testing for usage of chemical substances among transportation workers, in­ cluding seamen on U.S.-flag ves­ sels. The SIU joined with the Transportation Institute — a man­ agement research organization — in challenging the government-im­ posed measures, noting foreignflag vessels in U.S. ports were excluded, individual rights to pri­ vacy were circumvented and mar­ itime employers were forced to act as government agents. While the lawsuit made its way through the courts, pre-employ­ ment drug testing procedures for Seafarers went into effect. The new program was instituted with very few glitches. By the end of the 1989, the fej^eral district judge assigned to the lawsuit had not ruled on the legality of the other four kinds of drug testing man­ dated by Department of Trans­ portation and U.S. Coast Guard regulations — periodic, probable cause, random and post accident. In a year in which the last four months saw a series of natural disasters. Seafarers continued the maritime tradition of assistance to those in distress. Rallying to the aid of the victims of Hurricane Hugo, SIU members supplied gen­ erators, organized food and ma­ terial drives and assisted in ship­ ping and distributing the collected goods. The SlU-contracted Crow­ ley TMT shipping line donated trailers and transportation of the emergency supplies. In San Francisco, after the Oc­ tober 17 earthquake hit, measuring 7.2 on the Richter scale, members of the SIU's Government Services Division sprang into action, as­ sisting Military Sealift Command Pacific's office staff clean up and reorganize. Close to Home In his first year as president of the union following his election by the membership, Michael Slacco began a series of steps to stream­ line and make the union's opera­ tion more effective and better able to serve the members' needs. High on the list was a series of actions to improve the communications between union representatives and SIU members at sea and ashore. Keeping Seafarers abreast of changes in maritime technology was a top priority of the union and its Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The Lundeberg School instituted new classes in marine electronics, ship handling and oil spill prevention and con­ tainment, and incorporated the newest Red Cross life saving tech­ niques into the standard Curricu­ lum. The union and its welfare plan distributed educational materials on the subject of AIDS and HIV infection to SIU members and co­ ordinated with contracted com­ panies to address work-place re­ lated issues. Constant Vigilance in Washington There was in 1989 the usual need for the union to maintain its con­ stant battle against those who would destroy the Joneis Act, cargo preference and the other legisla­ tive provisions which are basic to the maritime industry's survival. The union, working in concert with a coalition of maritime groups, was extremely active in seeking removal of maritime from the dis­ cussions on service industries from the world trade talks known as GATT. Maritime interests beat back a vituperous attack on cargo pref­ erence late this year. Taking ad­ vantage of an emotional issue farm interests attempted to exempt government-generated food car­ goes to Poland from the nation's cargo preference laws. A united maritime industry and its friends in congress succeeded in defeating the proposal. , Once again it was demonstrated on numerous occasions through­ out the year that support of SPAD is fundamental to the union's sur­ vival. Angelina Gonzales Jacob Gonzales Parent Is Suspect In Gonzales Case Angelina and Jacob Gonzales have been missing for nearly two years. Like many of the cases that the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children handles, they are suspected of being kid­ napped by a non-custodial parent. Their mother last saw them on May 20, 1988 in San Bemadino, CA. Angelina was seven, Jacob was just one month short of his sixth birthday. The National Center has at­ tracted a great deal of attention in recent years as a result of several highly-publicized child-kidnap­ ping cases. But of the 24,000 cases the National Center has handled since its inception several years ago, only 511 involve abductions by strainers. A majority of the cases, 13,000, involve runaway children. The re­ mainder of the missing children, about 10,000, are like Angelina and Jacob Gonzales—kidnapped by non-custodial parents. In addition to providing a net­ work for information about miss­ ing children, the National Center serves other valuable functions. The campaign sends a message to all parents to be aware of their children's activities, and to work through legal channels in custody cases. Just as important, it provides support for the parents of missing children. As one parent whose child has not been found said, losing his child was the most dif­ ficult thing he had ever experi­ enced. But the National Center enabled him to cope with his grief, and gave him the satisfaction of knowing he was doing everything possible to regain his child. ANYONE HAVING INFORMATION SHOULDCMNTACT He NatfaMi CcMn(K MIMMC aiMExfWM CMto |.MM4VSt7I OR SaBa IM -7M.3t7.a52Z _Li. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource December 1989 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES SIU CREWS MAN TWO FORMER EXXON TANKERS SIU RETIREE SOKOL, WHO ESCAPED NAZIS, GETS BID TO RETURN TO NATIVE POLAND FORMER EXXON TANKERS ADDED TO MARITIME OVERSEAS FLEET DREAM COMES TRUE FOR BOSUN STANLEY SOKOL APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE FOR UNION’S 1990 SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM 1966 SIU SCHOLARSHIP WINNER NOW A UNITED STATES MAGISTRATE DRUG TESTING MEASURES START DEC. 21 SIU AND TRANSPORTATION INSTITUTE LAWSUIT STILL BEFORE JUDGE GOV’T SERVICES DIVISION LUELLEN RUNS CLEAN SHIP PAY RAISES GO BACK TO ’87 FOR SIU GOV’T SERVICES MEMBERS MARINE ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN GROUP HOLDS CLASS ON SHIP IN SEA TRIALS THE DAY IT RAINED FISH WORK NEVER STOPS WORKING ON GALVESTON BAY STEWARD SCOTT PIONEERS A SALAD BAR- IT’S A HIT! USNS DENEBOLA SEA TRIALS INCLUDE REAL-LIFE RESCUE OPERATION A VISIT WITH USNS DENEBOLA CREWMEMBERS UP THROUGH THE HAWSEPIPE SAYS DAD BONEFONT’S ARE SIU’S FAMILY DYNASTY SIBLINGS SAIL WITH SIU UPGRADED HONEYMOON SHIPPING IS A FAMILY AFFAIR FIRST WOMAN ON FREIGHTER PROUD TO HAVE SON IN SIU EIGHTH GENERATION SEAFARER CELEBRATES SON’S BIRTHDAY MACHINISTS CARRY EASTERN STRUGGLE INTO THE COMING NEW YEAR SEAFARER 1989 ACTIVITIES REFLECTED IN WORLD EVENTS PARENT IS SUSPECT IN GONZALES CASE Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 12/1/1989 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 51, No. 12 1989 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/c0b0780006944aefc0a0d417521021a6.PDF 69e783ee81273ffce3c7f8a7d5a34a4f PDF Text Text OFTKIAl Omn OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION • ATUNTIC, 6ULF, lAKES AND INLAND WATERS DlSTRIQ • AFL-OO SEAEiREMBS January 1990 Volume 52, Number 1 • — • -• • »• - " ' '" . - . Random Tests Banned For Merchant Seamen %• Page Court Rules on Sllfs Drug Suit ' ft , SCO >f- woc_ •H3>0 '0(D>2:o. coco • m-<o •* o m o (/•) o.-t CO 2: o o O' I: —IC0 7J C). • t—tl-H U) 2:0 I r-' o. i- r y-!- Ik-: 00 o on OJ o V I- e-^ •-"t ,:'r IN THIS ISSUE • i;: Despite an Ice cover on all five of the Great Lakes and harsher than usual weather, SlU-contracted vessels worked through­ out the month of December to deliver raw materials and durable goods to ports throughout the region. ' ''"i-* X'i ''Sl Page 4 •••ys I* Foreign Shipowners i^ree: Keep Maritime Off the ^nda of World Trade Talks !:• T 1^1 SIU Know-how at Work arts are taught to steward department personnel at the union's Harry Lundeherg School. Here Chief Cook Thomas Wybo is carrying some of his mouth-watering pastnes.from the hakery to the serving table. Story on page 5. European and Japanese shipping company associations urged their respective governments to oppose Inclusion of waterborne transportation services In world trade discus­ sions. American maritime Interests have been seeking sup­ port from the U.S. government for removal of shipping from the GATT agenda. Page 2 The navigation systems to which ships at sea are dependent can he the victims of solar upheavals. Hm tiie Sun Can PIm Hmot • ^ 0 ,^4' Page 10 mirn Hij p �sEAnms^m Pieisidiiiit*s Rtefiit •'f^,- ^ •' • "'••ar'' s''> Wf-v^'i m. }'i^' •i. '• •lis' A Win on the Privacy Issue The year ended on a positive note for the union and its member­ ship when the U.S. Federal Court for the District of Columbia handed down its long-awaited decision in the suit brought by the SIU against the Coast Guard's program of drug testing for seamen. While the court allowed the pre-employment, periodic, post accident and reasonable cause testing, it upheld our arguments that the Coast Guard "arbitrarily extended the regulations to cover virtually all crewmembers without considering whether their in­ dividual jobs are safety-sensitive." It then issued a permanent injunction against implementation of the Coast Guard regulations providing for random uri­ nalysis drug testing of crewmembers aboard U.S.flag vessels. The court stated that the Coast Guard regulations violated the Fourth Amendment of the Constitution which guarantees the right of Ameri­ cans against "unreasonable searches and seizures . . ." The court's decision was gratifying because it recognized our chief concern with the Coast Guard testing program and that was that it intruded unnecessarily on the privacy of seafarers. Although the court did not accept all of our argument's against the drug testing regulations, we continue to feel that the regulations are in effect discriminatory against U.S. shipping, in that they have no control over the enormous number of foreign vessels and seamen who ply American waters. It is important to repeat the reminder we stressed when we joined the suit against the drug testing: we are committed to a drug-free work place, but feel strongly that any program to deal with drugs in the work place should be equitable and respect the privacy rights of seafarers. That is why we reacted immediately when the Coast Guard regulations were announced over a year ago. We felt it was the union's responsibility to fight against any invasion of a seaman's privacy. Keeping Maritime Out of GATT Talks In a sense there was another bit of comforting news as the year 1989 wound down. It has to do with the current round of negotia­ tions by the nations which are pail of the so-called General Agree­ ment on Tariffs and Trade, commonly referred to as GATT. At these talks the 91 participating countries will update the existing practices governing tariffs and trade. As preparation got under way to establish the items to be dealt with in the initial meetings during the past year, your union strongly opposed any effort by the U.S. Trade Representative to allow mari­ Index to LOG Features Mi::r^;r. ili 'i;;. J, •iV'i- Page Notice•••••••••••••••••••••*••••••••••••••••«•• Dispatchers' Report/Deep Sea 13 Dispatchers' Report/Inland**14 Dispatchers' Report/Great Lakes •... .14 Filial Departures •..17 Know Your Rights 9 Legal i^id Direchiry.17 Letters to the Editor • .12 Limdehei^[School ^pphcation.•.• • ..••••••••• • • •••.••••«• .19 Lundeberg Schocd Course Schedule 18,19 A4eetuig Notice.14 PensiiMiers Ships A4inutes Union Hall INrectory .13 ypime 52, Nmbsr I Janfipty 1990 The LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Watdrs District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSG Prince Georges, Maryland 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the LOG, 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. President, Michael Sacco; Secretary-Treasurer, Joe DiGiorgio; Executive Vice President, Joe Sacco; Vice President Collective Bargaining, Angus "Red" Campbell; Vice President Atlantic Coast, Jack Caffey; Vice I^esident Gulf Coast, Thomas GlideweU; Vice President West Coast, George McCartney; Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters, Jtdm Fay; Vice President Government Services, Roy "Buck" Mercer. Conununications Department Director, Jessica Smith', Associate Editors, Daniel Duncan, Max Hall and Deborah Greene. time services to be included in the talks. Our position was based on a fear that if maritime was part of the agenda, the U.S. might trade off existing protections for American shipping in exchange for some concessions favoring larger and politically more powerful shoreside industries. We conveyed our position very strongly to members of the U.S. team that will participate in the GATT talks. We have also advised foreign flag shipowners and governments of our position. The comforting development is that strong groups of foreign shi­ powners, namely, the Council of European and Japanese National Shipowners' Associations and the European Community Shipown­ ers' Associations have urged their respective governments to leave shipping out of the coming GATT negotiations. Inasmuch as we thought we and others of the American shipping community might be fighting the issue alone, the news of the European and Japanese opposition, even though for slightly different reasons, could be help­ ful to our cause. . Improvement in Communications As we close out the first year of administering the union and its activities, I can report that we have accomplished much in our effort to streamline the functioning of the organization's machinery so as to make it more responsive and efficient in all matters of concern to the membership. Matters involving more judicious use of personnel, trimming of unnecessary paperwork and elimination of overlapping of duties have made our union more effective in servicing the mem­ bers. One of the principal objectives we aimed for as we assumed responsibility for managing the union's affairs was to improve the level of communication between the members and the officers, elected and appointed. We sought to increase the quality and quan­ tity of the instruments of information such as the Seafarers LOG and other union publications which already has shown substantial re­ sults. Even more importantly, it was our desire and will to increase the dialogue and exchange of information between the members and union representatives. My own personal experience in this regard is most gratifying, as I note a continuing increase in correspondence, telephone calls and direct discussions between SIU men and women and the union'is officers and employees. It is my absolute intention to keep up this trend because it is vital to the continued success of our organization in dealing with the vast problems which confront American-flag shipping, and therefore the job opportunities and conditions of our membership. Every mem­ ber's voice and thoughts are important in our union, and we will continue to emphasize that throughout. Foreign Shipowners Want Maritime Out of Trade Talks European and Japanese shipping associations are urging their govern­ ments to demand exclusion of maritime services from the forthcom­ ing negotiations on general trade and tariffs, known as GATT. In a joint statement issued last month, the Council of European and Japanese National Shipowners' Associations (CENSA) and the Euro­ pean Community Shipowners' Associations (CAACE) said shipping should not be on the bargaining table. "There would be a real danger of trade-offs being made in the negotia­ tions, with the shipping interests be­ ing harmed," the statement said. Die Seafarers Intemational Union along with the rest of the American maritime industry vociferously has opposed the inclusion of waterbome transportation services in the current round of world trade talks which have been taking place in Uruguay since 1986. A coalition of more than 200 shipping groups and unions, as well as maritime-oriented organizations, has been working with leaders in the Senate and House to institute legis­ lation prohibiting the American gov­ ernment from negotiating on the sub­ ject. The Journal of Commerce article last month cited the foreign shipown­ ers' concerns of possible GATT re­ inforcement of "uncompetitive prac­ tices already adopted by some developing countries.'' The European and Japanese operators are also wor­ ried that GATT might support "re­ strictions on the prices and conditions for shipping services, discriminatory freight taxes, difficulties placed on non-nationals establishing branch of­ fices or agencies and barriers to repartriation of profits," reported the publication. In calling for the exclusion of maritime services from intemational trade negotiations under the auspices of GATT, the SIU warns that, if left on the agenda, agreements could be reached that would invalidate U.S. laws goveming everything from coastwise trade restrictions to oper­ ating subsidies for American carriers. GATT is a multilateral treaty established in 1948 to end discrimi­ natory trade practices, reduce trade barriers and eliminate devices which distort competition .in the world maricet. (Turrently 91 countries sub­ scribe to the treaty, including the United States. �MNmY 1990 SlU Lawsuit Brings U.S, Court Ban On Random Drug Testing of Seomen The U.S. District Court banned random drug testing of merchant seamen in a decision announced last month stating it was ^'more intrusive on the individual's privacy interests than any other category" of urinalysis screening. The ruling was a result of the SIU's law­ suit that argued the Coast Guard-mandated drug test­ ing regulations invaded the privacy rights of seafarers. The Court's decision said the government had failed to dem­ onstrate how "randomly testing all crewmembers for drugs in the interests of safety" outweighed "the crewmembers' privacy inter­ ests" guaranteed by the Fourth Amendment of the Constitution. While upholding pre-employ­ ment, periodic during license re­ newal, probable cause and post accident drug screening, the Court rejected the Coast Guard's theory that all |iands are required to be testehJIndomly. Instead, the Court found "the tasks of cooks, messmen and wip­ ers" do not "approach the direct relationship to safety shared by the employees for whom random testing was found reasonable in (other cases)—-employees directly involved in the flying or servicing of aircraft and police/guard per­ sonnel." Random testing was imposed on merchant seamen employed on y.S.-flag vessels, along with the other four other kinds of drug screening by Department of Transportation and U.S. Coast Guard regulations announced in the federal register on November 21, 1988. The regulations called for pre-employment testing to be­ gin in June of 1989 and for the other screening processes to begin December 21, 1989. Moving quickly to protect the privacy rights of individual sea­ farers, the SIU, along with the Transportation Institute—an as­ sociation representing Americanflag shipping companies—filed a lawsuit against the governmentforced drug testing procedures in December of 1988. A lawsuit filed by District 2 MEBA in federal court in March of 1989 was con­ solidated in May with the case filed by the SIU and TI. In initiating the lawsuit, the SIU of the vessel's navigation or op­ erations. The SIU said many po­ sitions on a ship were not so s^etysensitive that random drug testing is warranted. In July of 1989, Judge Thomas F. Hogan of the District Court of the District of Columbia, who had been assigned the case, ruled preemployment drug testing of job applicants in the maritime industry could go forward. What Happens Now? With the court having decided to ban random drug testing of merchant seamen, here is how the situation stands: One, the DOT and USCG can accept the court ruling and forget about random testing; Two, the agencies can appeal for reconsideration of the decision to a higher court; Three, the government can go back to the drawing board, as allowed by the judge, to come up with another plan for random testing. Any such revised plan would be submitted to the court for approval. clearly stated its commitment to a drug free workplace, but not under a misconceived and overbroad re­ gime that subjects seamen to an unwarranted invasion of privacy when there is no proven connec­ tion to safety. In random testing in particular, the SIU and TI argued that the government had failed to show how everyone aboard a commer­ cial ship directly affects the safety The December 19 decision by Judge Hogan prohibits random drug testing of merchant mariners, but allows periodic testing at the time of license renewal, post accident and probable cause drug screen­ ing. The underlying theme of the Court in allowing pre-employ­ ment, periodic, post accident and probable cause drug screening through urinalysis tests was the Panama Canal Open for Business After Invasion Shipping through the Panama Canal has returned to normal after being suspended following the U.S. invasion of Panama last month. The canal was closed for several days in December for the first time in the waterway's 75-year history. American military officials sealed off the canal to prevent an act of sabotage by followers of ousted dictator Manuel Noriega. American military forces at­ tacked the Noriega headquarters and other military targets in an effort to capture the Panamanian strongman and quash his acts and threats of violence against Amer­ ican citizens and interests. Tensions had been raised to such an inflamed level that on Decem­ ber 1, 1989 the White House had ordered Panamanian-flag vessels be barred from U.S. ports after January 31. Many U.S. owners of Panamanian-flag vessels were forced to re-register their carriers under other runaway flags in order to continue shipping into the United States. Before the presidential an­ nouncement, Panama's merchant fleet had more ships above 1,000 gross tons capacity than any other nation. The U.S. government's pro­ posed ban of Panamanian-flag ves­ sels in American ports resulted in a mad scramble by runaway re­ gistries to capture the newly-cre­ ated business. Several countries slashed their fees and made pa­ perwork easy in order to lure for­ mer Panamanian-flag vessel own­ ers to their registry. Before the U.S. invasion 400 ships had trans­ ferred from the Panamanian regis­ try. The ban on Panamanian-flag ships was lifted after the Decem­ ber 20 American invasion and in­ stallation of the popularly elected government. However, several companies have announced they would not return to the Panama flag because of the cost of the transaction. At the height of the canal clos­ ing, more than 125 vessels were waiting to enter the waterway. In an average day a total of 32 ships pass through the canal. SIU President Michael Sacco sent a letter of support for the military action to President George Bush. In the letter, Sacco noted the union's appreciation for "the absolute respect for the concept of freedom of the seas and unre­ stricted access through the world's vital waterways." President Bush ordered the mil­ itary action involving 26,000 American soldiers after a U.S. Marine lieutenant was shot by No­ riega's Panamanian Defense Forces. Noriega, who faces drug trafficking charges in the United States, initially escaped from the American forces. On Christmas Eve Noriega sought asylum from the Vatican Embassy. safety factor. The government's interest in ensuring safety in the transportation industry justifies departure from the usual search and seizure mechanisms allowed by the Constitution, the Courts have ruled in a series of drug testing cases over the past two years. The Court said, in analyzing each kind of testing, it would bal­ ance "the government's compel­ ling interest in safety" "against the individual's privacy interests to determine if the warrantless searches mandated by the regu­ lations are reasonable under the Fourth Amendment." Other Procedures Go Forward In allowing pre-employment testing the Court found the proc­ ess akin to "procedures encoun­ tered in the context of a regular physical examination" and the process involved none of the em­ ployer discretion necessary in other kinds of screening. The Court con­ cluded "the intrusions placed on prospective crewmembers' pri­ vacy by pre-employment testing are limited and that the testing is reasonable under the Fourth Amendment." Applicants for licenses, certifi­ cates of registry, or merchant mariner'sdocuments who are required to take physical examinations will be subject to periodic drug testing, the Court ruled. The Court said the privacy rights of the individ­ uals have "already considerably diminished. These individuals are already required to have a regular physical examination, and the drug testing will be conducted as part of that regular examination ... at a pre-determined time, with ad­ vance notice, as a part of a process which the individual himself or herself initiates." Post casualty drug testing was allowed by the Court because it found the regulations to be con­ fined to all persons directly in­ volved in a serious marine inci­ dent. Privacy interests in post casualty testing are diminished be­ cause the procedure is based on an event "which furnishes an in­ dication that some dereliction of duty has occurred and requires concrete evidence that events have not gone as planned," said the decision. The Court held "post casualty testing will help maritime employers obtain invaluable in­ formation about the causes of ma­ jor accidents and enable them to take appropriate measures to safe­ guard the general public." "Testing a crewmember on the basis of reasonable suspicion that he or she has used a dangerous drug does not transgress the Fourth Amendment," the Court found. The government's interest in safety "outweighs the privacy interest of crewmembers who are reasonably suspected to have used a danger­ ous drug based on direct obser­ vation of specific, contempora­ neous physical, behavioral or performance indicators of proba­ ble use." The Court enjoined the Coast Guard from implementing random testing, but invited the agency to promulgate "new, narrower reg­ ulations" that would be subject to Court review. II': 'yi" .•.y.ii' ^ 'I.:"!. 1$: •• iirisS?- i. �Bitter Weather Has Lakers Moving on a Slow Bell ' • 'i ' ! i Great Lakes SIU members worked in bone-chilling weather last month as arctic winds surged over the north­ eastern region of the United States. "We've been getting some recordsetting low temperatures," reported SIU Assistant Vice President Byron Kelley who is based in Algonac, MI. Union Patrolman Jack Allen, who has travelled throughout the region to meet with Great Lakes members, said most SlU-contracted vessels would be in by around the first of January. "Although a couple may try to stay out there longer," he added. With wind chill factors of 40 degrees below zero not uncommon recently, the mile-and-a-half stretch of the St. Clair River between Algonac and Canada froze solid by midDecember, Kelley said. In most places, the Lakes have ^completely frozen over and it's generally "all plugged up," said Allen. "A run that normally takes five hours took a day-and-a-half in December," Allen noted. "The ships were moving but it was awful slow go­ ing. A few got stuck for a while, but The St. Clair River as seen from the SIU's Algonac hall. currently there are no SlU-contracted vessels trapped in ice. Of course, anything can happen up here." "We're down to one shipping lane now, so that slows things up as well," Allen said. St. Lawrence Seaway of­ ficials had to remove nighttime nav­ igation aids and limit vessel mover ment to daytime hours, further con­ tributing to delays. Throughout the autumn, SIU mem­ bers shipping on the Great Lakes reported odd weather. "During the fall, we had terrible winds. They never stopped blowing, they would just change directions," said Allen. "Then it started freezing up right around Thanksgiving." Although the ice came early and polar winds blasted the region with sub-zero cold. Lakers continued to carry cargo in what is believed to be a record-setting shipping year for the St. Lawrence Seaway. "Overall, based on what we've shipped, I'd say production of durable go^s went up this year and things have been looking pretty good for American businesses," said Kelley. "We've seen a rush in shipping because of increased production of items like refiigerators and vehicles.'' The Seaway Commission reported steel exports transported on the Lakes had increased in 1989 to 1.22 million metric tons compared with 70,000 metric tons the year before. Elsewhere around the Lakes, the rapid formation of ice created shut­ downs earlier than anticipated. The Soo Locks, located between Sault Ste. Marie, MI and the Ontario, Canada city of the same name, was closed at the end of December.. The Army Corps of Engineers, the group that determines when to shut down the locks, reported this year's closing was earlier than the past two years when the locks ceased operation for the season in mid-January. The last salt-water vessel leaving the Great Lakes this season sailed out of the St. Lawrence Seaway on December 21. By the end of December, Lakes traffic was limited to sections of the waterway. Despite the record cold and solid ice. Great Lakes members and SIUcontracted companies continued to work and move cargo. "I guess it just boils down to the fact that we're kind of used to this weather up here," Allen concluded. . Excerpts from the U.S. Court Decision on Random Drug Testing In ruling on the SIU's lawsuit against drug testing. Judge Thomas F. Hogan of the U.S. federal district court in Wa^ington, DC handed down his ruling in a 38-page decision. Following are excerpts from that document of the court's findings on the issue of random testing of mercliant seamen. "Unlike pre-employment testing, the individuals who will be tested are not applicants for jobs, but are employees, whose privacy interests are greater than applicants... ,,-Vj ' "Unlike with periodic licence application or renewal testing, the testing will not occur at a pre-determined time, with advance notice, as part of a process which the individual initiates... "Random testing is not akin to post casualty testing or reasonable cause testing, which are triggered by events or conduct of the individual. Instead the regulations specifically provide that no employee shall know in advance when such testing will occur... ".. .random testing is more intrusive on the individual's privacy interests than with any other category of testing... "This greater intrusion heightens the Court's concem with the Coast Guard's broadly drawn categories of individuals subject to random testing... "The Court is uncomfortable relying on the Government's broad assertion that every crewmember's safety-related responsibilities are so direct and important that random testing as proposed by the Govemment is constitutionally permissible... "Regardless of which test the Court employs today, defendants still fail to convince the Court of the immediacy or gravity of the potential safety threat sufficient to mandate random drug testing for all employees currently covered in the Coast Guard's regulations. A drug-related lapse by a messman or wiper would not necessarily give rise to 'irreversible and calamitous consequences'... Nor do the tasks of cooks, messmen, wipers, or other such covered employees under the Coast Guard regulations approach the direct relationship to safety shared by the employees for whom random testing was found reason­ able in Cheney (another case)—employees directly involved in the flying or servicing of aircraft and police/guard personnel. Thus, the gravity of the potential safety threat does not rise to the level found persuasive in Cheney... "... merely because an individual employee is categorized with other employees who do hold jobs with safety responsibilities, cannot provide a constitutional basis to permit random testing of that individual employee... "The Court finds the defendants' (the govemment) 'heave to' arguments unconvincing. While the Court does not question the Govemment's legitimate interest in safety, the issue it decides is whether that interest is sufficiently compelling to justify a warrantless, suspicionless search... "No... direct nexus between the duties of each of the crewmembers subject to random testing under the proposed regulations and the safety concems of the Govemment has bieen shown by the Govem­ ment.. "The Court recognizes that a drug-related blunder by a wiper or cook could, through a chain of ensuing circumstances, lead to an emergency situation that is a threat to public safety. However, the chain of causation between the misconduct of a cook or wiper and injury is considerably more attenuated than that found persuasive for drug-related blunders by the air traffic controllers, pilots or guards in Cheney. Elongation of the causal chain in the name of public safety cannot provide a reasonable basis under the Fourth Amendment for a warrantless, suspicionless search... "The Court has not been shown that the govemmental interest randomly testing all crewmembers for drugs in the interest of safety outweighs the crewmembers' privacy interests. The regulations providing for random testing, as currently drawn, cannot be sustained under the Fourth Amendment. As such, the Court will enjoin the implementa­ tion of the regulations providing for the random testing of all crew­ members. .. "It is likely, however, that some crewmen within the currently drawn regulations perform duties so directly tied to safety, that they could constitutionally l)e required to undergo random testing ... Given the minimal information the Court now has regarding the job and emergency duties of the various crewmembers, the Court will decline to draw lines which the Coast Guard itself has not drawn. The Court will leave the reformulation of the regulations providing for random testing to the Coast Guard." �SIU Steward Department Skills Displayed During Holiday Season 111 T he skills of steward depart­ ment SIU members are evi­ dent to their shipmates throughout the year. The holiday season affords them with an op­ portunity to further demonstrate their cooking and baking skills. At the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, the special skills of steward department mem­ bers have provided pastries, carv­ ings and unique meals to other classmates who have been attend­ ing courses at the union's school. Last month Chief Cook Thomas Wybo provided a showstopper with J^Robert Ball (left) rolls another clamball before his immaculately prepared pas­ tries. Wybo worked a solid three they are popped into the oven for baking. weeks on a gingerbread house TAll hands get involved in making a fruit cocktail. adorned with carved chocolate Trainees like these were able to assist veteran trees, a white frosting-covered stewards during holiday gatherings at the yard and Santa with his reindeer Lundeherg School. as well as scores of petit fours and chocolates, some plum pudding and two yule logs. Although Wybo has been sailing with the SIU for four years, the 32-year-old has been in the galley half his life. "I started by washing pots and pans in a French pastry shop in Detroit when I was 16," he recalled. "They gradually worked me up to fillings, cookies, cakes." After attending a community college for two years, he started working as a cook and pastry chef for a downtown Detroit hotel. He was transferred to a Los Angeles hotel, before landing in Hawaii, working in a hotel and later ship­ ping with the SIU on the American Hawaiian Cruise Line vessels. Another American Hawaii Cruise Lines galley member was her training included heloins to "I've been asked both years to help," Cates said about coming to the school during the holidays. "I really enjoy it." Robert Snow, who became a member in 1983, also was upgrad­ ing to chief cook. "I was here for the holidays in 1984," Snow said. "When I was asked if I could help this year, I was glad to come." The Seattle native primarily works on T-AGOS and Sea-Land vessels but has also sailed on cruise shfos. Like Cates, Snow is learn­ ing the art of cooking and does not have a specialty. Overseeing the whole produc­ AGreg Herring whittles a turkey tion was the school's Executive from an apple. The chief cook Chef Romeo Lupinacci. This was instructor has heen creating his tenth holiday season at Piney food carvings for nearly ten years. Point. "Each year, we try to outdo the other," the fourth generation chef said. "We try to change the for­ ^Laura Cates, mat, but there are certain items a chief cook we must have." upgrader, separates an Lupinacci said one of those foods egg white is stuffed Maryland ham. " 'This is like nothing you have ever had' while cooking I was told when I came here. I a sauce for a holiday dessert. thought what could be so different Cates is a about ham. Well, I learned a les­ son when I got here." nine-year veteran of the galley The ham is corned, like corned gang. beef, in brine before it is stuffed with cabbage, kale, onion, mus­ tard seed, red pepper flakes and salt. It is wrapped in a cheese cloth and poached for about five hours at 175 degrees. The ham is allowed to cool as it is served ^Another mess of rihs is heing cold. whipped up by Arsenio M. Gusilatar. "Gus," as he is known at headquarters, has heen with the union since 1980. '1^1 �m . • • ••••:•,:''Mir- "'"v --I^ ^ UKUiSm £06 ^^hore gang able seai (left to right) Johnny Tims, Carlos T. Conde, H. Rains, Marshall Allen, Robert Zepada and Harold Caldeira take a break from working aboard the Sea-Land Atlantic. W€- ^Sea-Land Port Steward 4^ea-Land shore gang Harry Alexander talks with bosun Hubert Cain SIU Representative and his brother Joe Perez aboard the Sea-Land John Cain are Atlantic. Alexander, an SIU in charge of member, is the permanent providing the stores port steward for company's and supplies when Gulf shipping region. vessels dock. Both are SIU members. ••iti w-' Houston Shore When the Sea-Land Atlantic paid a call to the port of Houston, the SIU shore gang was called out to handle the vessel. Led by Bosun Hubert Cain, the crew assembles every Monday when a Sea-Land container vessel visits its home port after a run to Europe. fTv.' •: ;• at Work The members put in a hard day's work, according to Joe Perez, SIU representative in Houston who provided these photographs; The crew goes onboard the ships as standbys to relieve those members wanting to take a day off. The shore gang also helps supply and store goods on the vessel. •^ea-Land Atlantic crewmemhers Bosun W. C. Byrd, Alfredo Ceuvas and Chief Steward Jose Rivera display a Seafarers LOG that had been brought onboard by a visiting patrolman. %\U Help In HHissing Children Social Security Benefits Up, Campaign Recognized by Allen Payroll Taxes Increase In 1990 The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children recently thanked the SIU for being a partner in the battle to make America a safer place for children by publishing each month in the Seafarers LOG a picture of a missing child. In his letter to the union, Ernest E. Allen, president of the National Center, said, "America's children are safer because of you, and we at the National Center are proud of your par­ ticipation, understanding and commit­ ment in tiiis extraordinaiy effort." Since the June 1989 issue, the Seafarers LOG has contributed part of the back page to a photograph of a missing child. The LOG also has reported the circumstances of the dis­ appearance and the telephone num­ bers to call if any individual believes he or she has information on the whereabouts of the child. Allen said, "130 children have been recovered as a direct result of the photo distribution campaign, and hun­ dreds of sightings and other leads have ;^ been reported and received on other cases." Published with the photos of the missing children is the National Cen­ ter's toll-free telephone number. Al­ len said more than 54,000 calls have been received by the Center from people who believe they have seen a missing child.' 'The leads are referred to law enforcement agencies, with technical assistance from the National Center," he said. The National Center is a clearing­ house of information on missing and exploited children. In operation since 1984, it provides training assistance to law enforcement and child protec­ tion agencies to develop procedures to investigate and prosecute cases involv­ ing a disappearance or a form of abuse. In addition to the Center's suc­ cessful photo distribution campaign, the group provides information to state legislatures to assist in the develop­ ment of laws that ensure the safety of children. The January 3, 1990 check of the nation's 38.9 million social security recipients will include the largest benefit increase in the monthly payment since 1982, the U.S. government's Health and Human Services Department an­ nounced late last year. In 1990, the 130 million workers who pay social security payroll taxes will find their contribution rate up from 7.51 to 7.65 percent. Also, the maximum amount of earnings subject to the payroll tax will increase from $48,000 to $50,400. Under the new benefit schedule, individuals retiring in 1990 at the age of 54 will receive a maximum monthly social security payment of $975, up from $899 in 1989. The Social Security Administra­ tion gave the following examples of how the 4.7 percent increase would affect average monthly ben­ efits: • A couple 65 or over, with both receiving benefits, will gain $43 a month to $966. • A disabled worker with a spouse and children will receive $44 more a month, bringing the payment up to $975. The Social Security Administra­ tion also announced, beginning this month, beneficiaries between the ages of 65 and 69 can earn up to $9,360 a year without losing some or all of their social security pay­ ments. Last year the amount allowed was $8,880. Individuals under 65 who receive social security ben­ efits will be able to earn $6,840 a year without incurring a loss in payments, up from $6,480. ivipvvc TIni'nn FI'IIQ ' / fi of tH% rank and file ailtfit eommiltee liegin reviewing all the tliree quarters of 1989 fiiianeial records of'^e union. From lie left are Anthonv Ziz/o, Robert Studverud, Raul fpesias Sr., Jofin Noble, Jessie rhomas. Peter (dennon and Ken Mctiregor. Sll Secretary-1 reasurer Joe Ditiiorgio is pictured far right^yK '". li:' . \ • I:- �mUARY 1990 Bosun Zizzo Documents Drama on the High Seas with a VCR Camera •j' ' :• The TV monitor shows a scene from a videotape made by Bosun Tony Zizzo, pictured above, during a run to Alaska and the Panama Canal. When Bosun Anthony "Tony" Zizzo heard he would be on the Alaska to Panama Canal run, he thought to himself, "I have a VCR camera, why not use it?" The idea gave birth to a videotape of inter­ esting sights encountered by the crewmembers of the Bay Ridge (Bay Tankers) on its trip from Long Beach to Alaska and on to Panama over a three month period of time last year. Zizzo said all hands pitched in to make the project a success. "If anyone spotted something worth filming, we'd go into action. I had help with the filming, too," he said. A highlight of the videotape was shots of whales. "The whales we filmed were captivating, they would come along side the ship. Once we filmed a pod of killer whales," Zizzo recalled. The videotape begins in Long Beach and includes shots filmed from the vessel of the Santa Bar­ bara channel. Traffic was slow from Anchorage to Valdez, so Zizzo was able to film the spec­ tacular Alaska mountains, glaciers and rugged coastline. "I think the highlight of the Valdez part of the videotape was the bald eagles we saw," said Zizzo. The videotape included scenes of a helicopter neatly delivering crewmembers to the vessel, de­ spite rough winds and bad weather. Crewmembers on the Bay Ridge admired the helicopter pilot's abil- P:; i'-• .' • - i:• .-t ' •/)' Reyes Donates Cemetery Plots to SlU Members A retired SIU steward has seen to it that members who did not qualify for SIU burial benefits will have a place to be remembered in Texas. F. M. "Phil" Reyes Sr. erected a headstone to identify the 12 plots he purchased in Forest Park Cemetary, League City, TX for indigent union members. "I wanted to make sure that SIU members knew that they would be taken care of when they died," Reyes said. "That's what "Brotherhood of the Sea' is all about." Reyes, known as "Pop," began his SIU career in the port of Mobile, AL during World War II. He started sailing in 1927. After his retirement in 1971, he helped to organize a retired Seafarers association in Mobile. The group keeps up on union affairs and has been very active in Veterans Day celebrations in the Alabama port city. The group traditionally lays a floating wreath in honor of fallen brothers and sisters during the annual National Maritime Day observance in Mobile Harbor. The 83-year-old Philippine native purchased the dozen plots in 1967 when he was shipping from the area. Eight of the 12 gravesites already are filled. League City is located between Hous­ ton and Galveston, TX. This headstone, donated by pensioner Phil Reyes, marks the location of the dozen SIU gravesites in the Forest Park Cemetery of League City, TX. To date eight SIU members have been buried near the headstone. Robert Davis, a petired Seafarer who had sailed from the port of Houston, was recently buried at the site. When the funeral for Pensioner Davis took place in October, he became the eighth SIU member to be buried there. ity to maneuver his craft under difficult circumstances, The audio portion of the tape during the hel­ icopter landing contains praise from crewmembers for the pilot, known as "Chopper Dave." As the ship made its way to the Panama Canal, using the VCR's zoom lens, Zizzo filmed dolphins at play: "I think the dolphins and their pattern of behavior is very interesting. We were excited that we could photograph so much of their activity," said Zizzo. After completing the videotape, Zizzo provided all crewmembers with a copy and donated one to the union's Lundeberg School video and film library. SIU Retirees Celebrate Veterans Day in Mobile Approximately 50 SIU pensioners and their families gathered in the Mobile, AL hiring hall to celebrate Veterans Day with a catfish dinner; The event was organized by Richard McCall, who joined the union in 1947 at the port of Mobile. Brother McCall (left), who sailed in all three departments before retiring in 1986, is joined by fellow pensioners Richard Busby (center), who joined in 1943 in the black gang, and T. J. Hilburn, who got his permit in 1947 in the deck department. Brother Busby provided the Sea­ farers LOG with these photographs. ' •" • rS: • . �•- •-• • v» • •-•'• SCAFARERS LOG 8 Seamen with War-Time Service May Be Eiigible for Decorations f': \ r •V- - I ^1; vv'l; ..l- ••• '• . ' :<i '• i-yi-l f.3>- iv 'ftp ^''>V' .'d'.: :Vi ,t§ •:'i; • yy-l- '•PBM y I • '•K'iMr. ;'i: Active Duty") with continuation sheet, if provided, • the individual's "Z" or book number and his World War II sailing history including ships sailed on, the theatres of operation and the applicant's ports of discharge, • copies of any available sup­ porting documentation to substan­ tiate the application for the award. If an individual does not have DD Form 214, the Maritime Administration advises he apply for it by completing DD Form 2168, known as "Application for Discharge of Member or Survivor of Member Group Certified to have Performed Active Duty with the Armed Force of the United States." The form is available by contact­ ing a local office of the Department of Veterans Affairs of the U.S. government. Any seaman who believes he is eligible! for any of the awards should apply to the Office of Maritime Labor and Training, Maritime Administration, Room 7302, MAR 250, Department of Transporta­ tion, Washin^on, DC 20590. If an individual has lost or de­ stroyed previously issued service decorations, he can apply for re­ placements by contacting the same Maritime Administration office. All Transportation Workers Will Be Tested for Drugs ;y:-i' I' Merchant mariners who saw ac­ tive duty during World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam con­ flict may be eligible for decora­ tions or medals from the U.S. government. Because of a recently enacted law, the Maritime Admin­ istration can now accept applica­ tions for the honors for the first time in close to 35 years. The law, known as the Mer­ chant Marine Decorations and Medals Act, also allows individ­ uals whose decorations have been lost or destroyed to obtain re­ placements by contacting the Mar­ itime Administration. If an individual is found by the Maritime Administration to be el­ igible for a merchant marine dec­ oration or medal, he will be sent an authorization card that will al­ low him to purchase the award from a vendor who is obligated to sell the item at cost. In processing applications for original issuance of decorations or medals, the Maritime Administra­ tion asks for the following infor­ mation; • the individual's full name and present mailing address, • a copy of the individual's DD Form 214 (also known as "Certif­ icate of Release or Discharge from ; ';>i >; V'- • y''y.'' \-:.y ',• • i- f i' J(> utt ir. w ;•• ';• Drug testing became a way of life for over four million trans­ portation workers last month as government-imposed regulations mandating urinalysis procedures go into effect from December through the first part of 1990 for the railroad, trucking, airline and shipping industry. Organizations representing em­ ployees and companies in each transport field have filed over 20 lawsuits against the government's extensive drug testing procedures that include randomly selecting individuals for a urinalysis test. In a series of legal decisions, including ones by the Supreme Court, the government's overrid­ ing concern for safety has resulted in rulings allowing pre-employ­ ment, periodic, post casualty and probable cause drug testing of transportation workers to be im­ plemented. However, broad ran­ dom testing of merchant seamen and truck drivers has been put on hold by two district court deci­ sions, one of which was generated by the SIU's lawsuit against the Coast Guard's drug screening reg­ ulations affecting all maritime workers. The Department of Transpor­ tation says the drug testing pro­ gram is the largest in history con­ ducted by the private sector. Only the military's program, which cov­ ers 4.5 million members of the armed services and some civilian employees, exceeds the current drug testing program in the trans­ portation industry. Workers in each transportation sector will be removed from their safety-sensitive jobs after testing positive in any one of the screen­ ing procedures. Awards Issued by MarAd The following decorations are issued by the Maritime Adminis­ tration to individuals who meet the eligibility criteria noted below: For World War H Service The Atlantic War Zone Bar— Awarded tocrewmembers of ships operated by or for the War Ship­ ping Administration who served in the Atlantic War Zone, includ­ ing the North Atlantic, South At­ lantic, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean, Barents Sea and the Greenland Sea, during the period December 7, 1941 to November 8, 1945. The Pacific War Zone BarAwarded to crewmembers of ships operated by or for the War Ship­ ping Administration who served in the Pacific War Zone which included the North Pacific, South Pacific and the Indian Ocean east of 80 degrees east longitude, dur­ ing the period December 7, 1941 to March 2, 1946. The Me^erranean-Middk East War Zone Bar—Awarded to crew­ members of ships operated by or for the War Shipping Administra­ tion who served in the zone in­ cluding the Mediterranean Sea, Red Sea, Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean west of 80 degrees east longitude, during the period De­ cember 7, 1941. The Combat Bar—^Awarded to crewmembers who served on a ship which at the same time of service was attacked or damaged by an instrumentality of war dur­ ing the period December 7, 1941 to July 25,1947. A star is attached if the crewmember was forced to abandon ship. For each additional abandonment a star is added. The Philippine Defense Ribbonr— Awarded to crewmembers of ships operated by or for the War Ship­ ping Administration who served in Philippine water for not less than 30 days during the period Decembers, 1941 to June 15,1942. The Philippine Liberation Rib­ bon—Awarded to crewmembers of ships operated by 6r for the War Shipping Administration who served in Philippine waters for not less than 30 days duimg the period October 17, 1944 to September 3, 1945. The Merchant Marine Emblem— An identifying insignia that was issued to active merchant seamen for service during the period De­ cember 7, 1941 to July 25, 1947. The Victory Medal—Awarded to crewmembers of ships owned by, or operated by, or for the account of the War Shipping Administra­ tion for 30 days during the period December 7, 1941 to September 3, 1945. The Honorable Service Button— Awarded to crewmembers of ships owned by or operated by the War Shipping Administration for 30 days during the period December 7, 1941 to September 3, 1945. The Presidential Testimonial Let­ ter—Awarded to crewmembers of ships owned by or operated by the War Shipping Administration for 30 days during the period Decem­ ber 7, 1941 to September 3, 1945. For Korean War Service The Korean Service Bar— Awarded for service in the U.S. merchant marine during the period June 30, 1950 to September 30, 1953 in waters adjacent to Korea. For Vietnam Conflict Service The Vietnam Service Bar— Awarded for service in the U.S. merchant marine during the period July 4, 1965 to August 15, 1973 in waters adjacent to Vietnam. (The eligibility criteria listed in this article was extracted from the No­ vember 2,1989 Federal Register.) Liberty, OMI Beat Foreign Competition in Rate Bid Two U.S.-flag companies won the right to carry four separate food cargoes to Poland this month, beating the bids of foreign carriers. Liberty Maritime and OMI, both SlU-contracted companies, sub­ mitted transport costs to the U.S. government of $35.35 and $33.88 per ton respectively while the low­ est foreign-flag operator's bid came in at $54.53 per ton for the same cargo. Phil Shapiro, president of Liberty Maritime said the bids prove "U.S. rates are competi­ tive" in the world market. Late last year, opponents of cargo preference laws, which pro­ vide that 75 percent of govern­ ment-generated aid cargo be tansported on American-flag ships, tried to capitalize on the American pub­ lic's excitement over Eastern nd Central Europe's rapid journey toward democracy by attempting to exempt food cargoes to Poland from being carried on U.S.-flag vessels. Farm-state le^slators in Con­ gress said the high cost of U.S. shipping prevented the purchase of larger amounts of food aid. Charles Grassley, the Republican senator from Iowa, said in a state­ ment typical of the anti-U.S. ship­ ping lobby, "Cargo preference is an immoi^ parasite that literally snatches food from the mouths of the world's hungry and allows the The recent award of aid cargoes to Liberty Maritime and OMI proves U.S.-flag ships are competitive. greedy maritime industry to ex­ ploit its legislative monopoly." Grassley's remarks were made on the Senate floor in September. The Liberty and OMI bids dem­ onstrate American-flag carriers are competitive in the world trades, shooting down the farm lobby's argument that the cost of doing business with U.S.-flag companies is automatically more expensive than using a foreign ship line. In addition, the SIU, other American maritime interests and pro-U.S. shipping legislators have noted U.S.-grown grains are not always the cheapest ones on the world market. As Congressman Robert Torricelli (D-NJ) reminded his colleagues in an October de­ bate on the issue, "What we want is an American ship with an Amer­ ican flag unloading an American product with an American label ... so that it is clear to the Polish people that when they needed the United States, we were there." Liberty was awarded three ship­ ments aboard the Liberty Star, Liberty Sun and Liberty Sea dur­ ing the U.S. government's com­ petitive bidding process in which the Agency for International De­ velopment sought the lowest cost for shipping humanitarian aid to beneficiary nations. Liberty's ships will carry between 40,000 to 50,000 metric tons of com while OMI will transport one 40,000-ton shipment of the grain. �JANUARY 1990 •:•• ' i-V'—-- •" •- • - - ^ 5 SlU Men Retire This Month ;•. ' l; fi? BISii' •• ":-1:'v^ The Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounced this month the retirement of five SIU members: four from the deep sea division and one from the inland. Brother Allen worked in the galley for Waterman Steamship company early in his career. He lives in Seattle, WA. KNOWLTON ALLEN Knowlton Allen, 65, received his SIU permit in February 1952 at the port of Savannah, GA. The Georgia native served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. RALPH O. KING Ralph O. King, 68, first shipped out in June 1942 at the port of Tampa, FL, on a Waterman Steamship vessel. He acquired his SIU book a year later. Brother King worked in Know Your lUghts FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Account­ ants every year, which is to be. submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate find­ ings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agree­ ments. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds sh^ equally consist of Union and management represen­ tatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the employers. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and av^able in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: • : " : fim Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers App^ Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard your ship or boat. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to pro­ tect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE LOG. The LOG has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or mem­ ber. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established pol­ icy has been reaffirmed by membership ac­ tion at the September, 1960, meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may del­ egate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union head­ quarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLI­ GATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately no­ tify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. AH members are guar­ anteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no mem­ ber may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geo­ graphic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquar­ ters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DO­ NATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate seg­ regated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employ­ ment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union con­ cepts. In connection with such objects. SPAD supports and contributes to political candi­ dates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be so­ licited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of mem­ bership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, notify the Seafar­ ers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if invol­ untary. Support SPAD to protect and further your economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. _ ... . If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Mi­ chael Sacco at Headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Wayand Britannia Way, Prince Georges County, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. the deck department. Before he retired, the Florida native shipped out of the port of Jacksonville, where he caught his last ship, the MV Ambassador. He calls Tampa home. career. Brother Rojas worked on vessels operated by Waterman Stewamship and MooreMcCormick. He volunteered for many union picket lines and activities. He lives in Brooklyn, NY. JOSEPH PETRUSEWICZ Joseph Petrusewicz, 57, Joined the SIU in August 1955 at the port of Philadelphia. Born in Massachusetts, Brother Petrusewicz served in the Army from 1949 to 1950. The deck department veteran joined the 1961 New York harbor picket line and upgraded at Piney Point during 1976. He has retired to Quincy, MA. ERNEST A. JACKSON Ernest A. Jackson, 65, joined the SIU in March 1973 at the port of Houston. He worked in the deck department as a tankerman. The Alabama native resides in New Orleans. CARLOS ROJAS Carlos Rojas, 66, became a union member in February 1965 at the port of New York. He was bom in Agurilla, PR. Early in his steward department Safety is a Priority for AB it ' • • •• • rW":• , AB Tom Broote secures the gang­ way on the LNG Gemini as the ETC vessel sails between Japan and Indonesia. Volunteers Needeil by NY Seaport Museum The South Street Seaport Mu­ seum in New York City has put out a call for volunteers to assist in giving tours of the institution's maritime exhibits to school chil­ dren. In contacting the Seafarers LOG about the program, a Seaport Mu­ seum spokesperson said the group was particularly interested in hav­ ing retired SIU members partici­ pate in the program. "Your pen­ sioners have so much knowledge of the sea and of maritime his­ tory," the spokesperson said. "They would be very capable of guiding tours through the mu­ seum." SIU retirees and members in­ terested in applying for the vol­ unteer positions should contact the South Street Seaport Museum, 207 Front Street, New York, New York 10038, 212/669-0400. Mu­ seum volunteers work two halfdays a week giving tours , to the public and school children. Those accepted for the volun­ teer positions can participate in a six-week training course that in­ cludes lectures on the museum's exhibits and instmction on teach­ ing methods. The next training session will begin February 20, 1990. Son Won 1966 Union Scholarship The December LOG carried a feature on Judge Tommy Miller, a 1966 winner of the union's scholarship program and now a federal magistrate. Pictured above are Judge Miller's parents, retired SIU member Captain Elmer E. Miller and his wife Joyce. The Miller's make their home in Virginia Beach, VA. t.* - . V �-H.•I'Ki"".' •• • -J • ..•',..r.\ '^'%t •. • .? • V • - - /. . -•••*3'.- . " '•• - ',••.•• • , • •': I «r/ *-.- •;? -i" '"• •" •• '" ^if', •', • -•. • ' *'i' SlAFAHaS LOG 10 |:i|.^ Ill !•;:•' • • v -^- •' M,.: '''s' ;r\' ?*i2^ • i-i'.*» ~!l&t '• ummeled by particles of radiation and solar particios, radio navigation systems dependent on the earth's atmosphere wiii experience extraordinary biackouts and interruptions in the eariy part of 1990. ' li- '\ii'-,' ••.l:;:^ I': • u ', • •f'- Geomagnetic storms caused by monstrous explosions on the sun known as solar flares, will wreak havoc with radio communications systems like LORAN and spawn unusually spectacular displays of the northern lights this year. The communications interruptions and bril­ liant auroral lights are the products of the increased activity of the sun as it reaches the zenith of its 11-year cycle in 1990. The solar maximum is marked by an increase in sunspots which are seen as dark patches of strong magnetic activity. When the magnetic fields of the sun become unstable, sunspots generate solar flares, huge bursts of energy converted to heat and radiation. The flares, which reach temperatures of up to 36 million degrees Fahrenheit, release big jolts of charged particles into the expansion of gases from the sun's surface called the solar wind. Made up of protons and electrons and in­ creased in speed by the flare, the solar wind passes the earth at 200 to 500 miles per second, bombarding the earth's outer atmosphere, known as the ionosphere, with a geomagnetic storm made up of billions of tons of solar matter. Assaulted by the massive amounts of solar particles, the earth's upper atmosphere is in­ fused with electrical currents of as much as a million amperes. A huge solar flare can throw enough radiation into the atmosphere that if it were corralled into one place it could supply a major American city with enough electricity for 200 million years. When the magnetic storm disrupts the earth's ^A large sunspot group which occured In March of 1989. .' 5^' f: V -l;. ,;v!> ••:> .-.IV::'"- ' ,' "'V' ' . ''*if . ,, . I v""' • .!, ;-?;,()£ ;.^i - ..4 .. .• !'• • ' ' I''. .''jf/' ,4': vf •tf-V • ' '^ •' ••:ll|.-^.|r;: i 'i W'-4'•'•-•• JANUARY 1990 magnetosphere, which extends about 3.5 million miles from earth in the direction of the sun, it changes how an electronic signal is transmitted, causing interruptions in radio communications systems. Vivid northern lights are caused when the high energy electrons in the solar winds spill into the north and south polar regions where there is no magnetic force. When the electrons hit oxygen, red and green lights result. some future time" when man-made communi­ cations systems "are engineered to function at any level of solar or geomagnetic activity, LORAN operators must be aware of the sun's vagaries that affect the performance of their systems." The two NCAA scientists said the geomag­ netic storms can last "from minutes to hours" and result in "a change in the propagation time ofLORAN sisals." Howasignalis transmitted and its' quality also can be altered by the emissions produced during solar flares. Seafarers Should Take Note Crewihemers of U.S.-flag vessels using the Long (LO) Range (ft) Aid (A) to Navigation (N)—or LORAN—radio communication system operated by the United States Coast Guard should be on guard for the sun's quirks during the solar maximum. Using good seamanship practices, a mariner can determine if a reading from one navigational procedure does not square with another. One factor to consider in drastic differences in read­ ings is the effect a geomagnetic storm has on a system dependent on the ionosphere. This is particularly the case in 1990, when systems like LORAN could be interrupted with increasing frequency as the solar maximum and its accom­ panying geomagnetic storms reach the height of their 11-vear cycle. In a presentation to the 1989 annual meeting of the Wild Goose Association, a group of private citizens interested in LORAN, J. M. Kuches and J. W. Hirman of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Space Environment Laboratory said, "We have learned over the past 20 to 30 years that the sun has a great impact on communication and navigation systems dependent on the ionosphere for their operation. We have also become increasingly aware of the cyclic behavior of the sun in various ways that perturb the ionosphere." Kunches and Hinnan then warned, "until 1990 Zenith May Be Biggest Ever Scientists believe the zenith of the current solar cycle may be the highest maximum ever recorded. The most active peak until now took place in March of 1958. While the height of the current 11-year cycle may take place any time between January and August, scientists are betting on the first quarter of 1990. In March of last year, earth residents were treated to a preview of what is to come in 1990 during solar maximum. When a powerful group of sunspots rotated into view of the earth, their accompanying solar flare blasted the earth's ionosphere with an immense dose of protons and electrons. Kunches and Hirman said the dramatic rise in radiation was "comparable to a day when the air temperature exceeds the range of a typical thermometer." The geomag­ netic storm caused by the March flare was the third largest since 1932 when data on the energy bursts were first recorded. For a period of a few days last March, while the earth's atmosphere was infused with the extraordinary electrical currents from the geo­ magnetic storm, residents of Key West, FL marvelled at the rare spectacular lights in the sky and others around the country wondered why their automatic garage dOors were opening and closing on their own. During the March superstorm, the aurora borealis, or northern lights, usually visible only in the arctic regions, was seen from as far away as Brownsville, TX and Key West. The storm's solar particles pumped electrical currents into transmission lines and wiring and interrupted satellite and radio navigation sys­ tems, including LORAN. Television signals, shortwave transmissions, telephone service and aircraft communications were also temporarily stunned by the March flare's radiation. For a brief time satellites orbiting in the earth's atmosphere plummeted and the system that keeps track of the 19,000 objects in orbit lost count of 11,000 of them. Scientists believe the ferocity of the great flares last March and their related geomagnetic superstorms could be repeated several times in 19% during the solar maximum. While astron­ omers have identified the cycle's patterns, the question of why and exactly when sunspots occur continues to be a mystery. Scientists are still looking for a way to predict solar flares. As global needs for communication expand and space travel increases, pinpointing the occurrence of flares will provide valuable information to individuals in charge of systems vulnerable to geomagnetic storms. Scientists are continuing to study the star known as the sun, located 93 million miles away from earth and 333,000 times as big as earth. Meanwhile, users of LORAN, the federal government's radio navigation service estab­ lished in 1943 and administered by the U.S. Coast Guard, will be among those who may experience the interruptions and transmission glitches caused by the sun's stormy activity. Made up of 17 chains and 44 stations, the LORAN system will provide information on geomagnetic storms, when possible, to its users. Another view of the March 1989 solar flare activity. Seamen Take Note - The Sun's Stormy Actions Will Muddle Communications Systems in 1990 NORTHERN LIGHTS . INDUCED .• >.4 V SOLAR STORM A RADIATED • '."ft " .'-.m • ENERGY '' »• ' 1,-1-^ ' -T" - 'T, ' INTERRUPTED COMMUNICATIONS I • J• Diagram showing some of the effects of solar storm activity. .••• '.f- •/ >'i •^A flare is a sudden localized release of energy in the solar atmosphere. Although most of this energy is in the form of visible light and represents a very small fraction of the total solar output, the x-ray, ultraviolet, and subatomic particle emissions from flares often cause geophysical distrubances. ^These photos compare the surface of the sun during minimum and maximum solar flare activity. :'sj ^ CO o 240 c 200 Q. CO 3 (/) YEARLY MEAN NUMBER OF SUNSPOTS 1700-1990 160 120 120 1 E 80 80 z •y" 160 "S 3 • • 'r National Solar ObservaUNry/Sacraniento Peak National Sdar Gbsenralory/Sacrainenlo Peak 0 11700 f 1710 1720 1730 1740 '1750 1760 1770 1780 s^lTOO 1800 : 1810 ^81820 C 4830 1840 1850 ^^1860 8rl870 ^'^lOOO -1890 1900 1910 rf 1 1920 1930 1940 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 �• ', y.'" Letters to the Edilor Looking for SS Rlchaid March Hoe Crewmembers Who Soiled in Dec. '42 ••* ^itl vf?v- To the Editor: 1 am in great hopes that you may help me in my search. A short note of explanation. I have spent three years or more gathering information and history of our military unit in World War II. After several thousand letters and much expense we are short some information. Most of this concerns the members of the crews on the ships that we sailed. We would like to have all the names of all the crewmembers of these ships. We have gone to great ex­ pense in trying to locate all of our army members plus trying to lo­ cate the crewmembers of the ships. We have come up with the where­ abouts of about two thirds of our army unit and very few names of the crewmembers of the ships. This is what we need — the names and/or pictures of the crew­ members of the Liberty ship, the SS Richard March Hoe, for the time period December 6, 1942 through December 14, 1942. Un­ doubtedly this ship started else­ where but picked up our army unit in and around Seattle, WA. (The vessel) put our army unit off at Seward, AK, then continued north toward the Aleutian Islands, later returning to the States . . (If anyone) can forward these names to me, it would be very much appreciated. We are making a video of the history of our army unit and we would like to include these men as part of our history. . . .Also . . . we are searching for members of the 267th Separate Coast Artillery Battalion (HD) that was stationed in and around Sew­ ard, AK in World War II ... Thank you ... Paul R. Mansberry Prosperity, Pennsylvania Editor's Note: Anyone wishing to contact Paul R. Mansberry with ••'•Z^Sff -' SI: ^ ' '• suFMmm fc-;;:: information on the crew of the SS Richard March Hoe or the 267th artillery batalUon can do so by writing to him at the following address — PO Box 61; Prosperity, PA 15329-0061. im;: 'Receiving LOG is Like a Moil Coll After a Long Time of Seo' To the Editor: 1 wish you could have been at the Merchant Marine Veterans Dinner Meeting, in Colorado, De­ cember 12, 1989. When 1 passed out the SlU LOG papers that you sent me, it was like mail call during the war when mail arrived after a long time at sea. You never saw so many happy men. Many of these men had be­ longed to the SlU and they were eager to hear what was going on. We receive very little maritime news here in Colorado from local papers but there were thousands of men from here that served in the merchant marine and now that they have received recognition as veterans, they are proud to say, "1 served as a merchant seamen and we delivered the goods." Thank you very much for the LOG, it was really appreciated... William Kellett Lafayette, Colorado "A" Team on Pless Commended By QMED Robert Rester To the Editor: Once again the "feast makers" did another splendid job preparing and serving the Thanksgiving meals (on the SS Maj. Stephen W. Pless). On behalf of the crew and offi­ cers I would appreciate your en­ tering the steward department "A" team again this year in the Sea­ farers LOG. Also thanks to the Waterman Steamship (Company) for providing the fine food. Robert Rester Panama City, Florida More on Collisions with Wholes To the Editor: 1 am writing to relate my ex­ periences of ship collisions with whales. In 1950, while steaming down the west coast of Mexico aboard an American Hawaiian C-4, the vessel slowed down over 2 knots overnight. A look around at day­ light revealed a whale draped around the bow. We had to steam in reverse to clear the whale — it was a big one too, dead of course. Another time along the coast of South Africa on a Robin Line ship, at about two in the afternoon — a fine day, clear and sea calm — a whale came swimming from the port side directly into the ship amid ships. It swam right along side the vessel and unfortunately as it passed by the stern it was struck about four times by the propeller blades. When last seen, it was turning and turning on the surface astern with blood gushing from it. This was about 1972. Edward J. Schnltz Rockville Circle, New York SPAD t-shirts FRONT : The SIU has created a new t-shirt design which is available to all our members on a first-come, firstserved basis. t-' BACK The shirts feature the SIU logo in full color on the front and "Politics is Porkchops" in blue on the back. They are American-made. r" K t C Please fill out the application below and mail it to: Joseph DiGiorgio, Secretary-Treasurer Seafarers international Union 5201 AuthWay Camp Springs, MD 20746 \ Please send the new SIU t-shiil to: - NAME__ ADDRESS. CITY, STATE, ZIP. SOCIAL SECURITY # The SS Mfg. Stephen W. Pless galley crew is pictured above from left to right (hack row) Chief Steward Charles ^'CheP' Yancy, Chief Cook Donald "Bine" Gehhia, GSU Steve "Carde" Payton, (front row) GSU Frank Cashy Jr. and Third Cook Jessie Robinson. QMED Robert Rester provided the photo to the LOG. "V': >n • PHONE# BOOK#. ^ I T-SHIRT SIZE (circle one) RATING. S M XL s �'4;"ftft:^''•; Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea DECEMBER 1-31, 1989 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class Class C Port New York. Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals Port Seahrers International Union Dire€tory ••REGISTERED ON BEACH Trip . All Groups Reliefs Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT ENGINE DEPARTMENT New York 24 # 1 Philadelphia • jl'•. Baltimore . 4•..-•yw' 1 Norfolk Mobile 12 New Orleans 14 Jacksonville 23 ^ .'1% 24 San Francisco Wilmington 13 Seattle 19 Puerto Rico 3 Honolulu 1 Houston 12 St. Louis •^000::-'••J- 0 Piney Point ; • 3 Totals : 4 154 • • Port, New York ' Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk • Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville ' San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 7.:. ' ' .i.-VCr- -• '1 • • •.'''/V • •! wi47 0 • y 2 • r:4r : 2 6 1 11 7 '- ' 2 4 13 4 9 40 13 20 - 2 18 6 0 5 5 16 1 14 ^•;.0: 0 02 • 5 58 162 ' • -..'v J'I..' ..•' Port ij • New York ... • •'I Philadelphia 0 Baltimore '•"4: Norfolk 1 Mobile ..-/.yRpr' •• 6 New Orleans 9 Jacksonville ' L-' 17 San Francisco 10 Wilmington 18 Seattle 6 Puerto Rico 5 Honolulu 6 Houston 1 St. Louis 0 Piney Point 97 Totals • , Totals All Departments 0 0 T 2 2 3 3 6 3 4 0 8 0 3 6 41 's -• ^'l" 4 2 3 3 2 7 3 9 3 9 0 14 6 1 7 73 j'-'- 20 1 2 9 9 15 10 17 5 10 4 33 5 0 44 184 0 1 0 1 1 3 1 3 1 1 0 19 0 0 1 32 4 1 3 4 5 12 4 15 4 1 1 123 4 0 1 182 15 0 5 5 12 20 11 11 7 20 3 3 12 0 4 128 9 4 0 4 3 7 3 5 4 4 1 12 5 1 8 70 2 1 0 0 0 1 1 2 3 7 0 3 4 3 yR 10 2 • 3 3 2 0 1 10 15 0 5 0 2 8 2 44 53 jSTEWARD'DEPARTMENT 13 2 - 1 0 ••• •- 2 . • . 3 : 0 • .2 0 0 -0 : . 0 " 4 0 1 . 4 10 0 2 0 14 5 13 3 9 3 1 • 2 24 2 •' 1 6 11 4 0 7 14 4 2 3 0 2 0 0 1 14 14 65 0 0 11 3 0 0 0 0 1 6 0 2 116 45 23 97 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 7 9 3 1 2 0 0 1 2 3 3 1 9 3 2 3 11 20 4 1 3 9 9 5 9 5 2 3 15 4 3 3 5 1 2 41 85 4 9 5 0 0 0 0 22 1 59 131 239 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 . 13 40 5 7 . 2 12 22 34 30 21 32 11 1 26 0 1 244 4 3 4 5 4 6 2 7 4 12 0 11 6 0 3 71 2 0 1 2 2 3 4 4 2 4 0 9 1 1 0 35 32 0 8 7 9 19 16 70 26 26 7 6 17 0 4 247 .-i-y 1 5 2 4 3 8 18 3 8 0 36 2 0 7 98 1. 'I' 0 3 2 3 1 3 1 1 0 21 2 0 1 40 28 2 4 7 5 21 11 38 17 27 15 5 9 1 0 190 28 1 4 10 19 17 15 25 12 11 11 49 10 0 32 244 8 1 3 6 6 8 10 27 5 0 1 145 13 1 0 234 1,136 523 380 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of December was up from the month of November. A total of 1,439 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,439 Jobs shipped, 512 jobs or about 36 percent were taken by "A'* seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 197 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 11,286 jobs have been shipped. HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. ' Algonac, MI 48001 (313)794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (301)327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 636 Cooke St. Honolulu, HI 96813 (808)523-5434 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. f Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201)435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 (205) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504)529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718)499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 V ' (804)622-1892 PHILADELFHIA 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215)336-3818 PINEY POINT St. Mary's County Piney Point, MD 20674 (301)994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809)721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206)441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213) 549-4000 JO. DS®G7.' •T, ' Jt': V fI y- '•'pi-, or - �I r',, ^ ,;' SOfUieRS 106 14 •!'. lisf-Vr,.• Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes CU-Company/Lakes DEC. 1-31, 1989 t. •..."'X.:-.' . f.- -'vi'--:' I ivr,- Si L—Lakes ; 0 Port Algonac v:" |-/vif i i--' 2 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT 0 10 14 4 0 • */_ ,; . 6 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 10 •:2: 0 3 Port Algonac STEWARD DEPARTMENT ,•• • :.o „• 5 . • ; l.V?.:; 0 ;3 Port Algonac ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 11 11 • •'i 27 0 20 18 Totals All Departments 0 27 26 0 23 36 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. - •..•"r" • • ' ; NP—Non Priority •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Port Algonac •: • •--'- :yy: -.v ;• :. -''x •• DECEMBER 1-31, 1989 |;v % •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C . M- • Port New York Philadelphia ' Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac ; J'r:y St. Louis Piney Point totals ""'T ••'?• .• • -i':'. •'V- t i"-' :T. tfV:'--- :<Jk' liiv '" • •• ;• .>•' r,\'i I .ii-l'..i •• r'S#X;" ;,: • •7 Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac St. Louis Piney Point Totals February Member^'V Meetings Deep Sea, Lakes, Inland Waters TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 13 0 0 16 ' ' - - 0 0 0 0 1 0 27; 0 16 0 0 0 0 0 0 44 0 1 0 4 0 1 2 0 9 0 0 0 9 0 0 26 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 1 0 8 0 89 0 0 0 0 0 0 98 0 4 0 70 0 0 0 0 12 0 0 1 34 0 0 121 0 0 0 16 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 17 0 1 0 5 0 0 19 0 43 0 0 1 0 m 0 M 38 69 18 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 27 0 0 46 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 20 0 0 26 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 3 0 0 0 6 0 14 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 11 0 0 29 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 7 0 0 10 0 0 0 1 0 0 3 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 24 83 0 . v'X' Piney Point Monday, February 5 New York Tuesday, February 6 PhOadelphia Wednesday, February 7 Baltiniore Thursday, February 8 Norfolk Thursday, February 8 Jacksonville Thursday, February 8 ^ -r' - ' Algonac Friday, February 9 Houston Monday, February 12 New Orleans Tuesday, February 13 MobOe Wednesday, February 14 San Francisco Thursday, February 15 Wilmington Tuesday, February 20 Seattle Friday, February 23 San Juan Thursday, February 8 St. Louis Friday, February 16 Honolulu Friday, February 16 Duluth Wednesday, February 14 Jersey City Wednesday, February 21 New Bedford . (. ' ( - ' Tuesday, February 20 c-~ ENGINE DEPARTMENT S©;V:. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 •0 0 0 0 0 10 0 0 10 : 0 • 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 14 0 0 20 Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac St. Louis Piney Point Totals 0 2 0 5 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 9 0 0 17 Totals All Departments 81 ^ ••tP-^0;; :.'• 0 •^ I 0 . 2 0 0 0 0 ••-• 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 6 0 0 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 33 47 0 10 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 •^ 0 0 0 1 0 0 •.••,:••• 1X • 0 • 0 0 , 0. 0 ^ ^ •„ ; • 0 0 , : 0 • 0 0 0 • 0 : • 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 0 -• .:0 '.•:• - 2 0 • :1. •0 ;•':• 0 0 2 0 0 0 .0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 10 0 •. r- 0 ':• • •••0 •'••»•; • 1 0 mFARERS WELFARE PLAN NOTICE COBRA: Contmualion Health Coverage . .-• ;.• If you or your dependents lose your eligibility for health care coverage under the Rules and Regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, you and your dependents may be eligible to purchase, at a premium. Welfare coverage directly from the Plan. If you find that you have lost your eligibility for Plan coverage, you must notify the Plan office immediately to ' find out whether or not you or your dependents may elect to continue your benefits under this program. If you want more information concerning this program you can call the membership services office. I-800-CLAIMS-4 (1-800-252-4674) or write COBRA Program Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Maryland 20746 NOTE: A detailed article explaining this program appeared in the April 1989 issue of the LOG. •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. ''"1^ ' -• .'• „'-i �fiif'lWS-,,-'- • 'w^ :• DHfesI of Ships Meetlnfio The followlttg ships minutes are just a reports the 8IU receises each month of the many meeting worid. Ships minutes are rmriewed hp the union's contract department. These issues reguiring attentien or resoiutlon are addressed hy the union upon Educational Director George Evosevelt, Steward Delegate Ruben Casin. Chairman said he would talk with patrolman about new water fountain for vessel. He urged all members to give to SPAD and to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Engine delegate reported a beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew asked that permanent jobs be eliminated by contracts department. Steward department thanked for a job well done. SEA-LAND GALVESTON BAY CHARLESTON (Apex Marine), Oc­ tober 22 ~ Chainnan Anthony Maben, Secretaiy Ed Haber, Educational Director E. Macom, Deck Delegate R. Hitchcock, Engine Delegate D. E. Morgan. Giaimian reminded members of iniportance of upgrading at Piney Point and of contribut­ ing to SPAD. No disputed OT or beefs reported. As vessel docked in Marcus Hook on Columbus Day, crew wanted to know if holiday pay applied. Also, crew asked if penalty rate applicable if crew restricted to ship by curfew regulations in St. Croix. Next port: New York. FRANCES HAMMER (Ocean Shipholding), October 8 ~ Chairman Richard Parrish, Secretary JoAnne B. Knight, Deck Delegate Richard Wilson, En­ gine Delegate George Demetropoulos, Steward Delegate Hasan Rahman. Chair­ man announced payoff in New York for Oc­ tober 12. He said crew found it was a great trip trip to Odessa, USSR. Educational director urged members to train and upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Crew noted ice and soda machines need to be replaced or repaired and coaxial cables are needed in each room. Next port; New York. FRANCES HAMMER (Ocean Shipholding), October 22 ~ Chairman George Diefenbach, Secretary Kris Hop­ kins, Educational Director Richard Parrish, Deck £>elegate Doug Flynt, Engine Delegate Joe Sadler, Steward delegate Roberto Escobar. Chairman announced new ice and soda machines, washer and dryer would be waiting in Jacksonville to be installed. Crew thanked master for his help. Educational director urged members to take advantage of Pihey Point to make sure SlU-trained mariners remain best jn in­ dustry. Treasurer noted $56 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked Augie Tellez, SIU assistant vice president, for letter stating all word involv­ ing the vessel had been excellent. Steward department thanked for Ene chow and awesome cookouts which made long runs worthwhile. Steward department thanked crew for keeping mess hall and lounges clean. Next port: Odessa, USSR. HUMACAO (Puerto Rico Marine), Oc­ tober 8 ~ Chairman L. Rodrigues, Secretary L. Galicki, Educational Director W. Turner, Deck Delegate R. Diaz, Engine Delegate J. Baguerizo, Steward Depart­ ment M. Robles. Chairman announced ship At $10 per minute, phoning home from a British phone station in Diego Garcia is a precious but important commodity to Terry"Wayne"Linyear,GUDE/DEU aboard the PFC Jam^ Anderson, Jr. would be paying off in Elizabeth, NJ on Oc­ tober 13. He said captain would be taking donations for Hurricane Hugo relief fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department, chief electrician and chief en­ gineer Karl Harris thanked for their efforts in preparing onboard barbecues. Crew reminded to donate to SPAD. Next port: Elizabeth, NJ. (Sea-Land Service), October 29 ~ Chair­ man Paul Butterworth, Secretary Terry Smith, Educational Director Walter Stevens, Deck Elelegate Charles F. Mann, Engine Delegate Daniel L. Johnson, Steward Delegate Francisco Monsibias. Chairman reminded those getting off in Charleston to clean rooms as captain will be inspecting them. Treasurer announced $270 in ship's fund. Engine delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT ber 30 before ship lays up. He asked crew to keep mess hall clean. Secretary asked mem­ bers not to leave clothes on top of the dryer when they are finished. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Steward department thanked for a great Thanksgiving dinner. Next port: Portland, OR. FIRST LT. BALDOMERO LOPEZ (American Overseas Marine), November 12 ~ Chairman W. Johnson, Secretary Wil­ liam E. Bragg, Deck Delegate Solomon Shields, Steward Delegate Mike Penro. Chairman announced he had not received reply to letter asking if penalty rates apply when crew is restricted to ship for cargo of­ floading in Jacksonville. Educational direc­ tor urged all members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked union be notified ship when a manning reduction or other im­ portant decision has been made. Steward department thanked for fine job. Galley gang thanked for prompt action on needed repairs. Bosun will speak with captain about LIBERTY STAR (Liberty Maritime), October 30 — Chairman Arthur Campbell, Secretary Joseph Bonner, Deck Delegate Rodney Pence, Engine £>elegate Phillip Watson, Steward Department Dennis Skretta. Chairman noted crew needs new washer, dryer, iron and ironing board. Deck and en­ gine delegates reported disputed OT. Steward department reported no disputed OT or beefs. Steward department thanked for its work. Next port: Port Arthur, TX. SEA-LAND CHALLENGER (SeaLand Services), October 9 ~ Chairman Jose Rodriguez, Secretary George Gibbons, Educational Director Leon Acosta. Chair­ man stated th^ ship had a gpod crew. He noted some repairs are needed onboard. Educational director announced a payoff is scheduled for October 11. Hurricane Hugo has put vessel off schedule, but ship is on time again. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted water line leak had not been repaired satisfactorily. Most of crew doing their part to keep ship clean. Next port: Elizabeth, NJ. OMI DYNACHEM (OMI), October 28 ~ Chairman Richard Wardlaw, Secretary Donnie W. Collins, Educational Director Candido Castro, Deck Delegate Charles H. Foley, Engine Delegate George F. Damey, Steward Delegate Sisto A. Deanda. Chair­ man announced a payoff in Corpus Christi on October 30. He said vessel will travel to Houston to go into lay berth or anchorage. He turned in repair list to master. Secretaiy noted Seafarers LOG was received in New York. He urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer stated $205 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed union's dental and retirement plans. Steward department thanked for its fine job. Next ports: Corpus Christi and Houston, TX. SEA-LAND COMMITMENT iScaLand Service), October 29 ~ Chairman Freddie Goethe, Secretary Gerald Sinkes, Educational Director Eric Bain. Chairman urged all members to read drug testing pamphlet onboard. He reminded members to support SPAD. Educational director re­ quested members to upgrade at Piney Point as soon as possible. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked welfare plan to lookinto giving $1,000 monthly to retirees with at least 20 years of sea time. Steward department thanked for its job well done. Next port: Houston,TX. SEA-LAND CONSUMER (Sea-Land Service), October 30 ~ Chairman William Mortier, Secretary E. M. Douroudous. Chairman discussed union communications with members. Treasurer announced $180 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to work for a raise in new contract. Crew asked for a television-radio antenna. Mem­ bers were reminded to keep washer and dryer filters clean and one washer is for work clothes only. Next ports: Elizabeth, NJ and San Juan, PR. SEA-LAND ENDURANCE (SeaLand Service), October 22 — Chairman Joseph Morrison, Secretary J. S. Smith, Posing with the life ring aboard the Overseas Valdez are (I. to r.) Vanel E. Pierre, chief steward; Rodney A. Petroff, AB; Jessie L.Thomas, bosun; Thomas Fowler, AB, and Barry E, Ford, AB. reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew asked pension department to look into a $100 monthly raise for retirees. Ciew reminded to keep recreation room locked when ship is in port. All members asked to help ship clean. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port: Port Everglades, FL. STONEWALL JACKSON (Water­ man Steamship), October 29 -T Chairman Henry Boughanim, Secretary Roy R. Thomas, Educational Director C. Hemby. Chairman reported payoff when ship docks in Newport News, VA. He said the crew was doing an outstanding job onboard ves­ sel. Treasurer reported $80 in the ship's fund. Deck department reported some dis­ puted OT. No disputed OT or beefs reported by engine and steward depart­ ments. Crew asked pension department look into a cost of living adjustment for retirees. BALTIMORE (Apex Marine), Novem­ ber 26 — Chairman James Rogers, Secretaiy H. Maikowitz, Educational Director S. Perdikis. Chairman reported ship appeared to be running smoothly. Secretary asked crew to cooperate in keeping vessel clean. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for fine Thanksgiving meal and food service in general. Next port: New York. BROOKS RANGE (lOM), November 19 ~ Chairman R. Edwards, Secretary J. Pinetta, Educational Director A. Fair. Chairman announced ship would be in port for a short stay. He asked those with movies please return them. He urged the crew to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Disputed OT reported by engine delegate. Beef report^ by steward delegate. Deck delegate said there were no problems. CHARLES L. BROWN (Transoceanic Cable), November 28 ~ Chairman J. Har­ rington, Secretary V. Romolo, Educational Director W. Carroll, Deck Delegate A. Lautermilch, Engine Delegate K. Stratton, Steward Delegate K. Cabato. Chairman an­ nounced payoff would be held on Novem- providing crew list to Navy Exchange to prevent delays. GREAT LAND (Tote), November 30 ~ Chairman Ken Craft, Secretary Jack Utz, Educational Director Larry Hines. Chair­ man reported ship would pay off upon ar­ rival in Tacoma. He said he would speak with captain about repairing radio antenna so crew could hear radios. Treasurer an­ nounced $40 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Members were asked not to leave their clothes in washer and dryer for 50 days as others need to use . machines. Next port: Tacoma, WA. • . rl.- • •• •• -iv .V.,' : GREEN VALLEY (Waterman Steam­ ship), November 19 — Chairman Andrew Mack, Secret^ S. Kolasa, Educational Director James Laratta. Chairman reported disputed OT in all three departments as of­ ficers onboard do not understand SIU con­ tract or do not care. There are many problems with procedures either being bypassed or ignored. Chairman also thanked crew for job well done. Education­ al director announced safety meetings will be held monthly. Members thanked bosun for fine job serving as crew "representative. Steward department thanked for good job. Crew observed minute of silence for departed brothers and sisters. HUMACAO (Puerto Rico Marine), November 12 ~ Chairman L. Rodrigues, Secretaiy H. Galicki, Educational Director E. S. Harris, Deck Delegate J. Barcroft, En­ gine Delegate H. Vazquez, Steward Delegate M. Robles. Chairman announced ship would pay off upon arrival in Elizabeth, NJ. He said letter had been writ­ ten to SIU President Michael Sacco about longshoremen taking over crew lounge and mess hall when vessel docks in San Juan. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Galley gang thanked for job well done. Next port: Elizabeth, NJ. LIBERTY SUN (Liberty Maritime). November 5 ~ Chairman Robert Y. Wood, Secretary F. L. Washington. Chairman stated ship would payoff November 12 in Norfolk, VA. Secretary announced com- , .v-:-- V".-- J k- v: iw �16 • pany had replaced television. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted sanitary work in crew lounge not being done. Steward department thanked for its fine work. - - '• 'uy.y 5 O' ' LNG ARIES (ETC), November 26 Chairman R. Schwarz, Secretary R. Brown, Educational Director J. Yarmola. Chair­ man said radio would be fixed and VCR would be back onboard during stop in Japan. He warned crew to be careful on deck because some items still were adrift due to typhoon through which vessel passed. Treasurer reported $245 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Osaka, Japan. NEDLLOYD HUDSON (Sen-Land Service), November 19 ~ Chairman C. James, Secretary E. Va:zquez. Chairman dis­ cussed advantages of professional seafaring. Secretary reported all was running smooth­ ly. Educational director advised crew to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer an­ nounced $50 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Under good and welfare it was noted any new equipment sent to unlicensed personnel shall be in­ stalled at location and no more hand-medowns. ' «:.X. • fj'W;'' IM' t i ''J'. •-» •• E:M ?:'-Mr.kV OMI CHARGER (OMl), November 18Chairman F. R. Schwarz, Secretary Neville Johnson, Educational Director Wiley Yarber. Deck Delegate Lawrence Dueitt, Steward Delegate Wheeler Washington. Chairman announced ship would be run­ ning between Texas City, TX and several Florida ports. Secretary urged members to separate plastics from biodegradable trash. Educational director reminded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer said movie fund had $210 and 450 videos. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew stated OMl had placed an extra mate and engineer onboard. Crew noted need for two washers and dryers, mattresses, shower cur­ tains and television set. Next port: Texas City, TX "• ' •'•'A. ,!-• (•«: ..:JIM il V; t,t 'V OVERSEAS VALDEZ (Maritime Overseas), November 5 ~ Chairman Daniel Laitinen, Secretary V. Pierre, Educational Director Joe Michel, Deck Delegate Uneeda Steele, Engine Oelegate Daniel Campbell, Steward Delegate Tyler Laffitte. Chairman said ship's hospital had been repaired and cleaned and is ready in case of emergency. He reported it had been great trip with good crew. Secretary requested lock for ship's hospital. Crew is asked to place used linen in provided bags and to retum all galley utensils. Educational direc­ tor urged members to attend Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked about washers, dryers and television be replaced. Steward department thanked for its excellent job. Next port: Kuwait. SEA-LAND EXPLORER (Sea-Land Service), November 19 — Chairman L. C. Cope, Secretary J. Delaney, Chairman noted vessel was outside normal anchorage November 11 through 13. Customs and immigration would not come Out to clear ship. Treasurer announced $353 in movie fimd. No other beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew received Serfarers LOG. Crew voted integrity of rotary shipping sys­ tem be maintained in new contract negotia­ tions. Crew also asked amount of days sailed before vacation pay issued be reduced. Next ports: Long Beach and Oak­ land, CA. SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE (Sea-Land Service), November 19— Chair­ man L. Lohman, Secretary G. Sivley, Educa­ tional Director A. Bell. Chairman said Sea-Land will not load fresh fruit and char­ coal when vessel in Singapore. Crew has been taking donations to purchase these items for return trip to U.S. He noted ship needs lots of interior repairs. Secretary stated $65 in fund for fresh fruits and char­ coal. Educational director urged members to give to SPAD and to upgrade at Piney Point. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. Deck and engine delegates reported no beefs or disputed OT. Crew was thanked for keeping ship clean. Steward department thanked for its barbecues. Next port: Tacoma, WA. SEA-LAND NAVIGATOR (SeaLand Service), November 18 ~ Chairman Mark Lance, Secretary John J. Alamar, Educational Director Robert E. Ohier. Chairman reported all beefs were handled during last visit to Long Beach, CA. Crew notified Coast Guard inspection will take place during the next voyage and all hands will be needed. Secretary thanked crew for keeping ship clean. Treasurer announced $234.39 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked review be made of SIU welfare and pension plans. Crew thanked Seafarers LOG staff for its coverage of United Mine Workers strike against Pittston Coal Company. Steward department thanked for its fine work. Next port:'Oakland, CA. USNS CLEVELAND (Sealift Bulkers), November 19 ~ Chairman W.E. Stoly, Secretary L. W. Jones. Chairman noted problem with officers doing union work. He said television antenna needs to be replaced. Educational director reminded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No other beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for its good food. Next port: Norfolk, VA. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (Sea-Land Service), November 26 - Chairman William Tillman, Secretary Jennifer Jim. Chairman noted several containers were left loose by longshoremen and two had fallen off. Educational director reminded crew to take advantage of upgrading at Piney Point. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. En­ gine and steward delegates had no beefs or OVERSEAS NEW YORK (Maritime Overseas), December 8 - Chairman M. Zepada, Secretary N. Evans, Educational Director E. Self, Deck Delegate M. de la Cerda, Engine Delegate V.R. Limon, Steward Delegate W. Furge. Chairman an­ nounced ship would pay off in Nederland, TX. He made another request for washing machine and will take it up with patrolman. ftiafayiiiiw b finffiy hii! Uuu Vmip IIRII U|llll lllllu Mlbilvi IIIQUI|I Take advantage of the opportunity to increase your knowledge by the Harry Lundeberg School's self study courses. These materials, available In a wide range of sutqects, are prepared In a straight-fbrward, easy40Hjnderstand manner. Select the courses Of interest to you on the coupon attached and mall It to the Lundeberg School. Add your name and mailing address. P'-r TJ 1 ' Making use of the launch service from the PFC William B. Baugh to the shores of Diego Garcia are Chief Cook Michael A. Harris (left) and Assistant Cook Gary Lacky. SEA-LAND NEWARK fiAK (SeaLand Service), November 5 — Chairman Oria Ipsen, Secretary Jonny Cruz, Educa­ tional Director K. Cooper, Deck Delegate Don Paccio, Engine Delegate Fred Tiemey, Steward Delegate Bert Winfield. Chairman thanked cre\v for smooth trip. Secretary urged members to donate to SPAD to make sure union keeps the jobs it has. Educational director reminded crew to get their drug-free certificates before they ship out. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port: Boston, MA. UuOIIII ul •, It's payoff time aboard the Sgt. Matej Kocak. Pictured above are: (standing, 1. to r.) Chief Cook Bryan Heath, AB James Bemacki, AB Fred Hunger; (seated 1. to r.) Recertified Steward Milton Phelps, Recertified Bosun Angelo Urti, SIU Port Agent Mike Paladino. disputed OT. Crew noted repairs needed on stairs on deck. He asked if Liberian tanker can load Alas­ kan crude oil in Panama. Treasurer noted $50 in ship's fiind. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked if raise in the pension rates could be reviewed. Steward depart­ ment thanked for wonderful Thanksgiving dinner. Deck department still had not received money for earlier disputed OT. Next port: Nederland, TX. SEA-LAND GALVESTON BAY (Sea-Land Service), December 3 - Chair­ man Barry Carrano, Secretary T. J. Dowd, Educational Director C. Z. Sullivan. Educa­ tional director said new VCR was pur­ chased from ship's funds. Treasurer aimounced $65 still in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. AB's asked if chair could be used while on four-hour con­ tinuous watch without coffee break. Crew also asked if shoregang could sougee ship from top to bottom once every six months. Next port: Port Everglades, FL. I I Please send the materials checked be/oiv; I MATH ENGLISH: Writing Skills I Fractions Grammar Books a I Decimals I Writing Business Letters • I Percents • I Algebra STUDY SKILLS • I Geometry Listening Skills • I Trigonometry How To Improve Your Memory • I (Plane) How To Use Textbooks • I I (Spherical) Study Habits • I Test Anxiety I Test Taking Tactics I SOCIAL STUDIES Stress Management I Geography Notetaking Know-How • I I U.S. History • I Economics COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS • I I I I Cut out this coupon and mail to: I Adult Edycation Department I Seafarers Harry Lundetierg School of Seamanship I Piney Point, Maryland 20674 I : 'Ti I I I I • I • I I I I • I • I • I • I • I I • I • I • I I I • I I I I I I I I I'l �.•,;,5r-..-=>.j^ :J, ,\v. "iviv-'fj-wy: :.X\'':K''^-^l MNiuRnm 'ii'?s- EARL J. DEANGELO Earl J. DeAngelo, 69, passed away November 4. Born in Mississippi, Brother DeAngelo acquired his SIU book in June 1941 at the port of Mobile. He sailed in the deck department in the union's deep sea division. Brother DeAngelo is survived by his wife, Ann. JAMES DONOHUE James Donohue, 73, passed away August 4. The steward department veteran was working with Interstate Oil Transportation when he joined the SIU in January 1964. As a relief cook he was employed by McAllister and Curtis Bay Towing (now Moran) companies. He is survived by his wtfe, Mary. JULIAN WILSON JR. Julian Wilson Jr., 62, died October 4. He became a member of the SIU in November 1953 at the port of New York. He sailed in the deck department in the union's deep sea division. Seafarer Wilson was bom in Forsyth, GA. Brother Wilson's wife, Mary, survives him. HORACE W. HODGES SR. Horace W. Hodges Sr., 89, died September 1. He joined the SIU in September 1961 at the port of Norfolk during an organizing drive. He worked as a tug captain with Curtis Bay Towing. His wife, Lucy Ann, survives him. Many members of Brother Hodge's family also shipped with the SIU. , :• r' SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT I'''".' .,'1.»J-'iV T-, •:-V',;''!'^'ro, , '. ••'•.••'''l.iv.-.:: SEAFARERS PENSION PLAN 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Maryland 20746 (301)899-0675 ;• •, v.,; 7..-..: •i '-,'. •. •' if.' '' ' '-- V --''' • ^••^• ^,7 ?'<>{ "•'SSifSi&Sl'Si •<,a^"5 ill -ali ffiSl •• M" "! ;; s •. ;«ptiSS!' :• • r^iiw^Sp^C'; This is a summary of the annual report of the Seafarers Pension Plan for the year ended December 31, 1988. The annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Em­ ployee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). ^ASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENT Benefits under the plan are provided by the Trust. Plan expenses were $26,966,954. These expenses included $3,139,288 in administrative expenses and $23,827,666 in benefits paid to partic­ ipants and beneficiaries. A total of 19,567 persons were participants in or beneficiaries of the plan at the end oPthe plan year, although not all of these persons had yet earned the right to receive benefits. The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $387,057,064 as of December 31, 1988, compared to $363,910,506 as of January 1, 1988. During the plan year, the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $23,146,558. This increase included unrealized appreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of plan assets at the end of the year and the price the plan originally paid for these assets. The plan had a total income of $50,113,512, including employer contributions of $9,158,852, gains of $5,760,644 from the sale of assets, and earnings from investments of $35,118,349 and other income of $75,667. MINIMUM FUNDING STANDARDS An actuary's statement shows that enough money was contributed to the plan to keep it funded in acrordance with the minimum funding standards of ERISA. YOUR RIGHTS TO ADDITIONAL INFORMATION You have the right to receive a copy of the fiill annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. An Accountant's report 2. Assets held for investment 3. Actuarial information regarding the funding of the Plan. Actuarial information regarding the funding of the Plan. To obtain a copy of the fiill annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of Mr. Leo Bonser, who is Plan Administrator, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746, (301)899-0675. The chaige to cover copying costs will be $5.00 for the full annual report, or $.10 per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and^ liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs ^ven above does not include a chaige for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Wash­ ington, D. C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room N4677, Pension and Welfare Benefit Programs. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D. C. 20216. Keep Your Union Strong Participate In Union Meetings • V;- f !l'.| I :.:vP PX Need Legal Advice? The following list of attorneys is provided for the convenience of Seafarers who may have need for legal assistance. Alabama John Falkenberry 300 N. 21st St. Birmingham, AL 35203 (205)322-1100 Simon, Wood & Crane 1010 Van Antwerp BIdg. Mobile, AL 36602 (205) 433-4904 California Les Ostrov Fogel, Feldman, Ostrov, Ringler & Klevens 5900 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 2600 Los Angeles, CA 90036 (213) 834-2546 John Paul Jennings Henning, Walsh & King 100 Bush St. Suite 440 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 981-4400 New York Howard Schulman 485 Madison Ave. New York, NY 10022 (212) 421-0017 Louisiana Louis Robein Gardner, Robein & Urann 2540 Severn Ave. Suite 400 Metairie, LA 70002 (504) 885-9994 Kristi Post Canal Place One Suite 2300 New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 524-6207 (504) 524-6208 Illinois Katz, Friedman, Schur & Eagle 7 S. Dearborn St. Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 263-6330 Thomas Lakin Lakin & Hemdon, P.C. 251 Old St, Louis Ave. Wood River, IL 620950027 (618)254-1127 (800) 851-5523 toll-free "I ' 'y-i-! ''i XX:' ,..y^ Maryland Charles Heyman Kaplan, Heyman, <3reenberg, Engelman & Belgrad Sun Life Bldg. Charles & Redwood Sts. Baltimore. MD 21201 (301)539-6%7 Florida Frank Hamilton III Hamilton & Associates, P.A. 2620 W. Kennedy Blvd. Tampa, FL 33609 (813)879-9842 :K Massachusetts Orlando & Associates 1 Western Ave. Gloucester, MA 01930 (508) 283-8100 Pennsylvania Kirschner, Walters & Willig 1608 Walnut St. 10th floor Philadelphia, PA 19103 (215)893-9000 Margaret Browning Spear, Wilderman, Sigmond, Borish & Endy 260 S. Broad St. Suite 1500 Philadelphia, PA 19102 (215) 732-0101 vP?:. •r 1 "4mm Texas Marvin Peterson 1200 Travis Suite 2020 Houston, TX 77002 (713)659-4422 fl Virginia Arthur Rutter Rutter & Montagna 415 St. PauFs Blvd. Suite 720 Norfolk, VA 23510 (804)622-5000 Mkhlgan Victor G. Hanson, P.C. 19268 Grand River Ave. Detroit, MI 48223 (313) 532-1220 Christopher Legghio Miller, Cohen, Martins & Ice 1400 N. Park Plaza 17117 W. Nine Mile Rd. Southfield, MI 48075 (313) 559-2110 1-800-554-8119 ' ' (•--•-'i'ii''ili Washington Rob Williamson Davies, Roberts & Reid 101 Elliott Ave. West Suite 550 Seattle, WA98119 (206) 285-3610 • '1' --'1, i;""' - '-Vy "'V- y y'V-i 't' Hii •J-- - �A SafAKItS lOG Course fm-wci [ngine Upgrading Courses Course QMED—Any Rating IK";:': , ij Fireman/Watertender and Oiler iii! Pumproom Mialntenance & Operations m-- ' Marine Electrical Maintenance -r.- The Lundeberg School's dock area includes a state-of-the-art Hagglund crane. Upgrading at the union's Harry in attending a 1990 course listed Lundeberg School of Seamanship in the following schedule may use can mean increased pay and en­ the form on page 19 to obtain hanced job skills for a seafarer. further information. Send the cou­ To afford SI U members an op­ pon to the Lundeberg School; Piportunity to plan for 1990, the ney Point, Maryland 20674. Lundeberg School has prepared a schedule of courses offered through Every upgrader attending the the upcoming year. Lundeberg School courses will be Any union member interested required to take a firehghting class. I •a;:-' m r' W-:r:&- $ f: • .• " '• IIS' '•5-1?• ..s V; • • Cbeck-ln Completion Date Date February 5 March 16 April 2 May 11 May 28 July 6 July23 August 31 September 17 October 26 November 12 December 21 LIfeboatman January 22 February 2 February 19 March 2 • •• - J,• March 19 March 30 April 16 April 27 May 14 May 25 June 11 June 22 July 9 July 20 August 6 August 17 September 3 September 14 October 1 October 12 ^ ;V-: • October 29 November 9 November 26 December 7 December 24 January 4 Ship Handling January 22 February 2 March 5 March 16 May 14 May 25 June 18 June 29 August 20 August 31 October 1 October 12 November 19 November 30 April 9 Ifadar Certificatkni : April 13 April 30 May 4 August 13 August 17 October 1 October 5 r' ' •: November 19 November 23 Limited Mate June 11 August 10 September 17 November 16 Third Mate January 29 May 11 August 6 November 16 Celestial Navigation May 7 June 8 Tankerman April 16 April 27 August 6 August 17 November 26 December 7 Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Course Able Seaman 4- ' •• Course Cbeck-ln Date Assistant Cock, Cook and Baker Chief Cook, Chief Steward All open-ended (contact admissions office for starting date) Completion Date All students in the Steward Program will have a two week Sealift Famil­ iarization class at the end of their regular course. ReterlifkatioB Programs Bosun Recertiflcatlon Check-In Date January 29 May 28 March 26 September 24 Refrigeration Malnt. & Operations Advanced Refrigerated Containers Hydraulics Welding Automation All students in the Engine Department will have a two week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. The Adult Education courses of Adult Basic Education (ABE), High School Equivalency (GED) and English As A Second Language (ESL) are six weeks in length. Course • High School Equivalency (GED) Adult Basic Education (ABE) English as a Second Language (^L) Cbeck-ln Date January 8 March 5 April 30 July 30 October 29 January 8 March 5 April 30 July 30 October 29 January 8 February 12 April 30 July 30 September 10 October 29 Completion Date February 10 April 14 June 9 September 8 December 8 February 9 AprU 13 June 8 September 7 December 7 February 9 March 23 June 8 September 7 October 19 ' December 7 The Developmental Studies Class (DVS) will be offered one week prior to some of the upgrading classes. The course includes studi' skills, technical reading, math skills and test taking skUls. Developmental Studies March 12 March 16 • June 4 June s July ,16 July 20 September 10 September 14 The ABE/EST Lifeboat Preparation Course is a three week class that offers an introduction to Lifeboat. It is designed to help seafarers prepare themselves for the regular Lifeboat course which is scheduled immediately after this course. This class will benefit those seafarers who have difficulty reading, seafarers whose first language is not English and seafarers who have been out of school for a long time. ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course January 8 January 19 January 29 February 16 April 23 May 11 June 18 July 6 August 13 August 31 October 8 October 16 Oil Spill Course Steward Upgrading Courses Course Steward Recertlficatlon Diesel Engine Technology 1990 Adult education Schedule Peik Upgnding Courses r Electro-Hydraulics Variable Speed D.C. Drives Marine Electronics Technician Completion Date May 11 August 31 December 7 February 16 April 27 July 20 September 28 December 7 April 13 September 28 March 2 July 5 April 27 August 31 March 30 July 6 October 12 February 2 June 8 November 9 December 7 February 2 March 2 December 7 Cbeck-ln Date February 19 June 11 September 17 January 8 March 19 June 11 August 20 October 29 March 5 August 20 January 8 May 14 March 19 July 23 January 8 April 16 July 23 January 8 May 14 October 1 November 12 January 8 February 5 November 12 Completion Date March 5 July 2 May? November 5 February 19 February 23 March 19 March 23 April 30 May 4 May 18 May 14 July 13 July 9 July 27 July 23 September 3 September 7 October 1 October 5 October 29 November 2 December 14 December 10 Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Oil Spill Prevention & Containment (1 week) SHLSS College Program Schedule for 1990 FULL 8-wdek Sessions January 8 through March 2 March 19 through May II May 28 through July 20 August 6 through September 28 October 15 through December 7 �r.j ••-V-•v;i''' -v.-: . '•>-•- :•• ••^,y •-.••=• MNUMYim ' ' '''- ;/ , ,• J , y . ' dIT-' ,^ W: .; •0 J". ., '7:'-l':ii X\ -.•• ::iMX '•'IV'X'KX Ilif, - ;; '••*•:'»» P .:~0^ 1990 Adult iducatlon Sdiedule .V/: :£|| •* The Adult Education cdufis^S Educatkni t^BEJklli^ School Equivatency (GED) and English As A Second Language (ESL) are six weeks in length, Check-In Completion Course Date Date . •/ March 5 April 14 April 30 3une9 March 5 AprUl3 April 30 Junes February 12 March23 April 30 June 8 ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course April 23 May 11 The Developmental Studies Class {DVS) will he offered one week prior to some of the upgrading classes. Developmental Studies March 12 March 16 De^k Upgnding Courses Che^-In Completion Date Date February 5 March 16 April 2 May II Lifeboatman , / February 19 March 2 m , 7• , /. 7 March 30 ,7 " ' March 19 April 16 April 27 . Simulator Shiphandilng March 5 March 16 Radar Certification April 9 April 13 April 30 May 4 Tankerman April 16 April 27 Upon completion of course, the Sealift Operations & Maintenance course must he taken. Course Able Seaman Steward Upgrading Courses " |j|lv • 7''' 'V7 '• yX--^ •.I:.]' / / •-X'-im 0: 0. 0: i-, • ".k*'- • • m • rA .... kli W . ... . ;J, -5- • •v.- Oil Spill Prevention & Containmenti1 wCeik) February 19 Februaiy 23 March 19 March 23 April 30 May 4 Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Ail students in the Ste\vatrd Program will have a two week Seol^ pdmiU iarization class at the end of their regular course. v.,.Jl. /i xxmyX'.: Oil Spill Course Check-In Completion Date :Date/': Ml open-ended tri>n1act adinii^iotts office for Starting date) Conrsc A^istant Cook, Cook and Raker CWef Cook, Chief StewaM ^'r\-Xl Cbeck-In Course Date Pate kFy»ruary 19 May li QM£p~-Any Rating April 27 Fiteman/Wntertender and Oiler March 19 April 13 Pumproom Maintenance & Opeinatl6iui March 5 April 16 July 6 Marine Fleriinmtes Technician Februaiy S March 2 Welding March 19 Electro-Hl^dcini^ April 27 All students in the Engim Bep0tnKnt wM have a two v^E/Smli^, FamiUarization class at the end of their regular course. •V ^7.,;7. I^bmary^April 1990. ;;/• v;;: The following is the current coutse schedule Br i^ebruairy--April I^^ the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and, industry's needs. PLEASE NOTE' All members are required to take fireflghting when attending die Lundeberg School. / :V-a 'Xr.' ••"'•. f'k^' -m l-U'J, »liiA.WiUU'iuAiWl«l I*0$}. ;' •,i .- 'v/ •'-vV-'-;,- yf.k:!' ••0Xy y0h'.'--yX''0y- • /••. FULL 8-week Sessions March 19 through May II tgnm Schedule far mo -5, - .:••• l.' . z* Check-ln Date ; Course I ConvpleRen Date ? ii.../p" .i ..•i SEAFARERS HARRY LUNDEBERG SCHOOL OF SEAMANSHIP Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement: • Yes Firefighting: • Yes Up^vdmg Api^ailleu Name (Usi) (First) Address(City) ''7 Date of Birth (Middle) (State) (Zip Code) " No^ CPR: • Yes No • • Date Available for training • ii . -. !k --I - Primary I .angtiagp .Spnkp.n ; •yiAm ;•^ Mo./Day/Vear (Streel) Telephone. No • (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific Q If the following information is not filled out completely your applica­ tion will not be processed. With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You must also submit a COPY of the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, as well as, a COPY of your clinic card. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule until this is received. RATING HELD VESSEL DATE SHIPPED T"-.| xX ... --.i DATE OF DISCHARGE 'I • V.f yroi '-Tt- 0. Social Security #. 7P'/' Seniority kk/kpi-'"':/- Book#. Department. Veteran of U.S. Armed Forces: • Yes • No U.S. Citizen: • Yes • No Home Port Are you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: • Yes • No (If yes, fill in below) Last grade of school completed. DATE. i Am interested in the Following Course(s) Checked Below or Indicated Here if Not Listed Endorsement(s) or License(s) Now HeldL Trainee Program: From. SIGNATUREu to (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses: • Yes •No (if yes, fill in below) Course(s) Taken. DECK • AB/Sealift • 1st Class Pilot • Third Mate • Radar Observer Unlimited • Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation n Simulator Course ENGINE • FOWT • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) • Marine Electrical MaintenaiKe n Pumproom Maintenance & Operation O Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Engine Technology n Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance ^ Electro-Hydraulic Systems • Automation 3 Hydraulics , • Marine Electronics Technician STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility • Cook and Baker • Chief Cook • Chief Steward • Towboat Inland Cook ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding • Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) n High School Equivalency Program (OED) • Developmental Studies (DVS) • English as a Second Language (ESL) , • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation V/fl I//A/ COLLEGE PROGRAM • Associates in Arts Degree • Certificate Programs No InuisportetkHi will be paM unless you present orlgittal receipts and successfully complete the coarse. 7'# 'xfM RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center. Piney Point. MD. 20674 'I2A9 .:ASi ' ,A/'r-':vAvV: 'a.7:sii 7,. �mr;m!3 rs,;/v.-.'"-: •., > .,-;7v;.s i fij: S ,%••• • ' • ; - ••- ' ; ^ A.V • SEflfARFRS 106 20 'f J , : ti..'-i' • kf, 'v '.,.'.,;, '-'f •. --i-f:^ SEAmiCEMBS HAS ANYONE SEIN THIS CHILD? • '•'•'f •.'' -•V-'. January 1990 Volume S2, Number 1 SIU Boatmen Keep Busy Transporting Pilots to Snips Y-mt • • i;-jj K' 'Y-*\ y. i:};i .,.1 • ';;'A "t-Kl, Y^Y:IY- ';(• . WJ-^Y '4K4'Y • iY.Z')i4. I- The SIU boatmen whose job it is to get pilots to their ships have learned to adapt to a special work style. During their 12-hour, seven-days-on/ seveii-days-off shift, they can be called on at any time to transport pilots to and from ships entering the Norfolk area. They also maintain and repair the launch boats. These are the boatmen who crew the boats of the Virginia Pilots As­ sociation and the Maryland Pilots Association, based in two separate buildings near the port of Norfolk. Recently, the boatmen found time to talk with a LOG staff member about their work. Captain Hal Harrington, who grew up in the launch boat business, ex­ plained the work of the Virginia Pilots Association crewmembers. "We transport the pilots to the ships enter­ ing the port of Norfolk and assist them in getting to the deck. Inbound vessels are met near the CBJ buoy." Among the Virginia Pilots boats are three 50-footers, .a 29 and a 40foot vessel, said Captain Paul Clifton, who became a launch operator re­ cently. Clifton said work for launch boat crewmembers has been fairly steady. He loves the work, "I've been on the water the biggest part of my life.'' Deckhand Mike Callis is one of the newer Virginia Pilot crewmembers. "While I've always been a fisherman and I've been around ships all my life, I was happy to start working here. I want to move up and become an operator some day." Harrington, a captain with the Vir­ ginia Pilots for the past three years, said he tells new guys coming into the business that if they persevere and leam, they too can become op­ erators. Twenty yards away from the Virginia Pilots office is the Norfolk center of the Maryland Pilots Associa­ tion. Crewmembers working on the Maryland Pilots' boats also are members of the SIU. Captain Mark Boldig, who was introduced to launch boat work by a friend eight years ago, now sails as a boat operator. Captain Robert Barnett, a 10-year launch boat veteran, followed in his uncle Jackie Bamett's footsteps when he began working for the Maryland Pilots. When asked if anything exciting had happened to SIU boatmen at the Maryland Pilots, Boldig and Bamett said it was a former pilot boat that was having all the adventures. "We used to have a vessel called the Maryland. It was our headquar­ ters. About three years ago, the Mary­ land Pilots sold it to Greenpeace. These days that boat is making all the news because it is somewhere down off Florida involved in protests that always make the TV and news­ papers," Boldig explained. Green­ peace is an international environmen­ tal advocacy organization. Bamett said life for crewmembers has been literally smoother since the Maryland Pilots moved their head­ quarters to land. "When our office was on a boat at sea, rocking and rolling in the Chesapeake Bay, it was a lot different. Now we have this," he said as he motioned to the modem facility that currently houses the Maryland Pilots, "and it is very calm." Captain Tom Veal, a station man­ ager for Maryland Pilots, recalled, "The sea would get rough and we'd get waves dancing around for days and days. By the time we'd get off our shifts and come to land we would be completely shaken up." Veal came ashore in '85 after sailing as a captain since 1977. He joined the SIU in 1966 during an organizing drive, a year after he started as a deckhand with the Maryland Pilots. ^ Richard Peck, an oiler mechanic with the Maryland Pilots Association, repairs a broken motor at the group's port of Norfolk 'center. Captains Mark Boldig (left) and Robert Harnett, who operate Maryland Pilots Association boats, are pictured above in . the organization's Norfolk offices. Captain Tom Veal serves as the Maryland Pilots Association station manager in Norfolk. Before assuming his current position in '85 he sailed with the SIU. Virginia Pilots Association launch crewmembers Paul Clifton, Mike Callis and Hal Harrington are pictured from left to right in the organization's lounge as they await orders to ferry a pilot to a ship. SUMMARY PLAN DESCRIPTION OF SEAFARERS PENSION PLAN FOR 1988 SEE PAGE 20 •Jn mni igm KelUBarr Nearly Two Years It's been nearly two years since Kelli Amanda Dominique Barr has been missing. Like many of the cases that the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children handles, she is suspected of being kidnapped by a non-custodial par­ ent. "It's been a complicated case," according to case worker Ronald H. Jones. Shortly before Kelli's abduction in Cleveland, TN on February 4, 1988, her mother dis­ appeared under strange circum­ stances and still has not been found. Kelli's grandmother sought, and was awarded, custody of Kelly by the courts, but her step-father, Howard Hawk Willis, refused to turn her over—and the two have not been seen since. Kelli is one of the 24,000 cases that the National Center for Miss­ ing and Exploited Children has kept track of since it was formed in 1984. And like the majority of all chUd abductions in the U.S., it is a non-custodial parent who is suspected. At the time of her abduction, Kelli, now SVi years old, weighed 35 pounds and had blue eyes and blonde hair (see photograph). Case worker Jones continues to remain in contact with Kelli's grandmother, who never gives up hope. And he noted that an oc­ casional lead still comes in—but so far nothing has panned out. ANYONE HAVING INFORMATION SHOULD CONTACT The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children 1-800-843-5678 — OR — Bradley County SherifTs Office (Tennessee) Missing Persons Unit 1-615-476-0672 Editor's Note: Since June 1989, the Seafarers LOG has dedicated a portion of the back page of the publication to disseminate infor­ mation on missing children. The material is provided by the Na­ tional Center for Missing and Ex­ ploited Children as part of the organization's photo distribution campaign. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource January 1990 Description An account of the resource Headlines: FOREIGN SHIPOWNERS WANT MARITIME OUT OF TRADE TALKS SIU LAWSUIT BRINGS U.S. COURT BAN ON RANDOM DRUG TESTING OF SEAMEN PANAMA CANAL OPEN FOR BUISNESS AFTER INVASION BITTER WEATHER HAS LAKERS MOVING ON A SLOW BELL EXCERPTS FROM THE U.S. COURT DECISION ON RANDOM DRUG TESTING SIU STEWARD DEPARTMENT SKILLS DISPLAYED DURING HOLIDAY SEASON HOUSTON SHORE GANG AT WORK SIU HELP IN MISSING CHILDREN CAMPAIGN RECOGNIZED BY ALLEN SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS UP, PAYROLL TAXES INCREASE IN 1990 BOSUN ZIZZO DOCUMENTS DRAMA ON THE HIGH SEAS WITH A VCR CAMERA REYES DONATES CEMETERY PLOTS TO SIU MEMBERS SEAMEN WITH WAR-TIME SERVICE MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR DECORATIONS ALL TRANSPORTATION WORKERS WILL BE TESTED FOR DRUGS 5 SIU MEN WILL RETIRE THIS MONTH VOLUNTEERS NEEDED BY NY SEAPORT MUSEUM SEAMEN TAKE NOTE - THE SUN'S STORMY ACTIONS WILL MUDDLE COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS IN 1990 SIU BOATMEN KEEP BUSY TRANSPORTING PILOTS TO SHIPS Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1/1/1990 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 52, No. 1 1990 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/e6b8089fc745c9b88e66dc2a735f2f5c.PDF bd5e60097943683089b90dd8a0469340 PDF Text Text ' r.y-' ?Ay-^'V-'r i. :•••"• • .••:•'•'• .;. , !' ">;-V''".-iT y\.•••.:-•: •.,iwN,,•-:•%?;- J. OFFICIM 0R6AN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION • ATUNTIC. OULF, UKB AND INUND WATERS DISTRICT • AFL-CIO SEAEiRERS -M'M February 1990 Volume 52, Number 2 I - i '-I,' ,> .V'';.:E^U',.' V Key Ship issues On Congression Agenda in1990 I'ciiifs saiK n E 2ZCXI j>h- oa-o>i:o>-* Ti-iT^G COCO i^n-<o OHac: -• o 2-J>H-(X • -icoK-<c.r~ moco o OH O COiiO I Hco?o o Coast Guaid Deiays PFe-Job Drug Test Foj OOOC—)>c; • i—ii—I OJ ,1 > I— CO G3 r- o U) O " o , m •H -< Ul UJ •sJ '• O '• • o o- Some Progres^: On USA-USSR Shipping Pact ^ / ^ . •. 41: /J; :.V Poge 4 18 YearsAfter Defection Seafarer Visits Soviet Union I ; 4-'',-i" '• '.Jll-,-• AB Paul Dudnikov recent­ ly sailed into ^ the Black Sea 4 on the Frances Hammer, sighting the USSR for the first time since his defection 18 years ago. See story on page 7. f SlU-Crewed LNG Gemini Rescues Survivors Sixteen Taiwanese seamen, still alive after being cast adrift in their life boats after their Panamanian-flagged vessel sank in rough South China seas, were rescued by crewmembers on- i board the LNG Gemini, an Energy Transportation Corporation vessel. LNG Gemini crewmembers answered over 100 bells, maneu- ^ vered the vessel throughout the day and stood lookout duty for extended periods in an effort to locate the 21 seamen of the sunken MV Kao Hwa lil. Story on page 3. Tax Tips For Seafarers Filing Income Tax Returns Page 10 .\ 1: vi'V-:1 ^ V.7r;f • , • "• . i; �-^1 .''^' I s • - V;.'!-'-.'' J ••\ V/• •" ••'• A'-"' President's Report ;> "W., M- : yj:'. •J-'AI, -r \:'H'-'. .,'" IL iUiS'Sf -S. . .. - >• •'.'•t:.i r.-/ ,.• I V- - ; ''f ly-y'i- V •••••v!"',\V .U ' .'" • ^' - • •' A' J •" ' ''' ' •" :-::;|il|K||: . I •'•;.:..••••. 'i. •> • •••' • -f % ^V-.'tk •, • •" f-'.- -., \ - '•• Last month's underwater pipeline leak that spilled more than SOOyOOO gallons of home heating oil into the Arthur Kill waterway serves as a good reminder that the transport of oil by any means involves risks and requires constant vigilance from all sectors— industry, labor, government and the public. For several hours, oil oozed through a break in a 12-inch diameter Exxon pipeline used to transfer fuel between New Jersey and New York. It was similar to countless other under­ ground and underwater pipeline leaks that have happened over many years around the country. This most recent pipeline spiU comes at a time when the public's attention is focused on the risks involved in marine transport of oil. Yet the innumerable incidents of pipeline spills demonstrates that pipelines do not present a dan­ ger-free alternative to tankers. In fact, pipeline transport of oil may put communities and the environment at greater risk. Studies have shown that contamination of subterranean waters from pipeline leaks or breaks presents greater cleanup problems than pollution on surface waters. Because pipelines often run under heav­ ily populated and well travelled areas, more lives are exposed to the hazards of ruptures. It is hard to forget the 1986 Mounds View, MN pipeline break that spilled gasoline into the town's streets. In that incident, the vapors from the gasoline ignited and the explosion killed a mother and daughter as they were fleeing from their home. The SIU's research department, which has been carefully monitor­ ing the pipeline situation, has compiled loads of evidence demon­ strating that pipeline and underground storage tanks are constantly springing leaks and these breaks are occurring all over the country. Pipelines as alternatives to tankers are not the answer. Meeting domestic energy needs requires that all forms of transportation of oil be available, including tankers, and that every method used for moving fuel be conducted under the safest conditions possible in the hands of trained workers. Tankers and Safety Marine transport of oil plays an important role in the economic health and stability of our country. However, in the current climate of hysteria towards tankers, many legislators are feverishly attempt­ ing to meet le^timate public concern by throwing regulations willynilly at the shipping industry. A prime example of this kind of political maneuvering is the provision within the omnibus oil spill legislation passed by the House of Representatives that would require all tankers entering American waters to be outfitted with double hulls and double bot­ toms. The cost of these requirements would be so massive that every indication is that many tanker companies, if not all of them, would be unable to continue in business under these conditions. What would make the situation particularly sad if the double bottom law is passed, is that whether such construction would pre­ vent spills remains in doubt and that there are other forms of engineering tankers more efficient and less expensive that would minimize spills if not immediately set off preventive cabability. The smart thing to do is to not to jump in and institute a regime that will incur costs bound to put the American-flag tanker industry out of business. The SIU supports the Senate's approach to the issue of double hulls and double bottoms. The Senate's version of the onmibus oil spill legislation calls for a study on how tankers should be constructed or retrofitted to meet the highest possible safety standards aiid would result in federal regulations. With the verdict still not in on whether double bottoms actually prevent oil leakage or create a more unstable vessel in the event of a Volume 52, Number 2 February 1990 The LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class post^e paid at MSG Prince Georges, Maryland 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the LOG, 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. President, Michael Smxo; Secretary-Treasurer, Joe DiGhKr^; Executive Vice President, Joe Saeoo; Vice President Collective Bargaining, Angus "Red** CanpbeH; Vice President Atlantic Coast, Jack Caffey; Vice President Gulf Coast, Thomas GiideweD; Vice President WestCoast, George McCartney; Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters, Jdiui Fay; Vice President Government Services, Roy "Bock** Menxr. <2oaifflunicatk>ns Department Director, Jessica Smith; Associate Editors, Daniel Duncan, Max Hail and Deborah Greene. puncture or hole, the SIU believes the Senate's careful and consid­ ered approach should be instituted. Meanwhile, we will continue to^ eniphasize training and do our part to prepare the men and women in the SIU in the highest possible standards of oil spill prevention, containment and cleanup. The union's Lundeberg School course on these procedures, insti­ tuted last year, is now a regular part of the upgrading curriculum. Bilateral Agreement Step in Right Direction We in the SIU are encour^ed by recent actions of the Maritime Administration to secure a bilateral shipping agreement with the Soviet Union. While the first round of meetings between Soviet and American negotiators last month in Moscow did not end in a formal statement, both sides agreed to meet in upcoming months, and it seems likely that a shipping accord will be reached by the two countries. Bilateral agreements between the governments of two nations can provide American-flag operators with access to a specified portion of cargo between the United States and the other country. In a world of government-supported fleets and rate slashing, bilateral shipping agreements have provided valuable stability and access to cargo for U.S.-flag vessels that operate, unlike their competitors, with little or no government subsidy. While the SIU and the American maritime community finds bilat­ eral pacts an important tool towards maintaining a viable U.S.-flag fleet, we must also remain on guard to ensure that such agreements do not provide foreign-flag ships with a cover to engage in vicious rate cutting. This was the exact scenario that came about after the United States and the Soviet Union signed the historic and promising 1972 shipping agreement. After the '72 agreement opened up more than 40 principal ports to the Soviet fleet, Russian ships, that were almost completely subsidized by their government, slashed freight rates between 10 and 40 percent below conference levels and made off with a significant portion of American cargo bound for Europe and Asia. The American maritime community has suggested that MarAd negotiators seek Soviet participation in shipping conferences to avoid a recurrence of the problem of the '70s. The job security of seafarers will be at stake when the House and Senate t^e up several matters of concern to the maritime industry this session. Several amendments to the Jones Act are being consid­ ered. Some would weaken the law that allocates the domestic ship­ ping trades to U.S.-flag carriers while some would tighten language to eliminate waivers and exemptions. Cargo preference is bound to come up again, as it did last year during discussions of legislation seeking food aid to Poland and Hungary. Under attack will be the requirement that 75 percent of government-generated cargo be car­ ried on U.S.-flag vessels. Your union's department of legislative and governmental affairs will remain Vigilant as always, working to protect and promote the interests of seafarers. We hope to have the resources to do the job. In this respect, it is important that every Seafarer support the legis­ lative and political actions of the union and make a contribution to SPAD. Index to LOG Features UOBRA Notice. Dispatehers' Report/Deep Sea • *••»••••••• *13 Dispatchers* Report/liiiaiid Dispatchers' Report/Great Lakes ......... . ...'«•* • • • • *1^^ Filial Departures • •••••••••17*^18' KIHW Your Ri^ts....................,i.,.. Letters to the Editor........................ '• • 8 ^ Limdeberg School ApplicatioD................ 19 " J LaiMieiierg School Course Schedule ........... •W ^ 14 • -'^1 .\l. •. . .... . Psosioiiers ..... • • 0 • • a' « • ^ ^••12 . Ships Minutes.............................. • • •'a « • *' 18"^18 UniiMi W Directory.................. 0. a• a a ' • . .'••8 �,;,'i^*'jV>''-!- L-.-.V'i-.-.^^'• fCBRUARY mo • '• ,v,., :•• Crew of LNG Gemini Rescues 18 A prime example of SIU sea­ manship and attention to detail at sea was demonstrated when the crew of the union-contracted LNG Gemini rescued Taiwanese sea­ men whose Panamanian-flagged vessel had sunk in the South China Sea. The Gemini picked up a 7:11 am distress call in late November from the Kao Hwa 111 and switched course to the direction of the trou­ bled vessel. Within 90 minutes of the first MAYDAY call, lookout OS Allen Kindt caught sight of a red hand-flare forward of the beam. Shortly, two life boats carrying 16 of the Kao Hwa Ill's crewmembers were seen bobbing up and down in the rough seas. After bringing aboard the Tai­ wanese seamen, Gemini Master N.M. Smith learned five additional seafarers had been part of the Kao Hwa 111 crew. With five remaining seamen to be found, the Gemini began a meticulous search that lasted eight-and-a-half harrowing hours. Second Mate John C. Codispoti • y >!; j'" ••' '^.. •'>*''1':i-v :''" ' •''• ^ •• Congress to Take Up Key Shipping issues '' ;iif As Congress returned last month from its winter recess, the union's legislative and political depart­ ment is concentrating on a number of maritime issues due to hit the floor in the current session. Among the legislative programs of vital concern to the welfare of the union's membership that the SIU will work to protect are cargo preference laws that currently al­ locate 75 percent of governmentgenerated cargoes to carriage on American bottoms and the Jones Act, the law that limits the nation's coastwise trade to U.S.-flag op­ erators. Other matters before Congress that will directly affect the jobs of SIU members are an omnibus oil liability bill that contains proce­ dures for spill prevention, re­ sponse, equipment and cleanup operations, an operating differ­ ential subsidy program and re­ quirements that Alaska oil be used only for domestic markets. The omnibus oil spill le^slative package will be taken up immedi­ ately by a conference committee made up of the two branches of Congress. House and Senate con­ ferees are expected to iron out differences in their versions of the oil spill legislation early in the session. The Senate passed its version of the bill in August and the House voted in November. Both bills call for more rigorous spill prevention and cleanup operations and insti­ tute a fund to allow rapid com­ pensation to those who suffer eco­ nomic damage from a spill. Differences in the two bills exist on language concerning the use of double hull and double bottom tankers. The House bill calls for all tankers to have double bottoms within seven to 15 years after passage. The Senate legislation requires the secretary of trans­ portation to promulgate regula­ tions on tanker construction within a year after passage of the bill. Caigio preference laws will come under attack again this year when the 1990 Farm Bill is considered. Rather than attempt a complete repeal of cargo preference laws, some agricultural interests may try to reduce the 75 percent allocation of government-generated cargo for U.S.-flag ships. Matters that affect maritime jobs are before Congress. A compromise among labor, shipping companies, shipbuilders and the administration to reform the operating differential subsidy (ODS) is being fashioned by a coalition of maritime interests. ODS is designed to help U.S. carriers offset the lower operating costs of foreign flags in interna­ tional commerce. The gist of the reform would allow more U.S. carriers the op­ portunity to acquire a subsidy and give them the authority to build or acquire vessels abroad. News reports state the reform package may be ready by the middle of the year. If such a compromise is reached, quick congressional ac­ tion would be expected. The SlU's legislative and gov­ ernmental affairs department also will be monitoring bills before state legislatures that will affect the job security of the membership. Many states currently are considering mini-oU spill bills and legislation concerning tug requirements for tankers entering local waters. reported that "the entire crew of (the) LNG Gemini performed in an exemplary fashion during the entire rescue operation. The en­ gineering staff stayed on 'stand by' from 0833 until 1706 answering over one hundred bells as the vessel was maneuvered through­ out the day. The cargo engineer spent nearly the entire day on deck keeping lookout and standing by the compressors while the ship was maneuvered. "Members of the deck gang stood extended wheel watches while others were assigned to lookout duty for long, tedious pe­ riods. The task of sighting and maintaining visual contact with objects in the water in the sea conditions that existed was ex­ tremely difficult. Lookouts and helmsmen were relieyed by vol­ unteers off watch, as men on watch were called to duty elsewhere. "Members of the stewards de­ partment worked to provide hot food and dry clothes for the sur­ vivors as well as assisting with keeping lookout on deck. In short, the crew worked together to do the job at hand: assisting fellow seamen in distress," concluded Codispoti. George Reilly, manager of ma­ rine-labor relations for Energy Transportation Corporation, the LNG Gemini's operating com­ pany, said the vessel's crew did an exceptional job in recovering the stranded seamen. "This is not the first time one of our vessels has been involved in a rescue," he said. "We are very proud of the job the LNG Gemini crewmembers performed and the way this rescue was handled." Life Boat Occupants Onboard When the 16 seamen in the life boats were spotted by AB Kindt, members of the deck gang rigged the starboard gangway and a pilot ladder and put a boat rope over the side. The Gemini was posi­ tioned so the Kao Hwa 111 life boats, tossed about by the sea. From the left, OS Victor Honlgsfeld, AB Richard Sweeting and Wiper William Marshall carry an injured survivor to the Gemini's hospital. could come alongside. The occu­ pants, all of whom were alive, were assisted aboard and mem­ bers of the steward department provided blankets and hot tea. The Taiwanese seafarers were sent to the ship's hospital and cadets' room for hot showers while crewmembers washed and dried their clothes. In questions put to the survi­ vors, (Jemini crewmembers learned all hands aboard the Kao Hwa 111 had abandoned the vessel, but five had not entered the life boats. Captain Smith maneuvered the Gemini upwind of where the life boats had been sighted to search for the missing men. '•'y. Two Men Found Floating on Log From the bridge, two men on a piece of wood were spotted amidst . a sea littered with the remnants of the Kao Hwa 111. A life ring was thrown to the two seamen who were drifting rapidly past the Gemini. One man was brought to Continued on p^e 18 • . • vj; The Taiwanese crew of the Kao Hwa III surround the steward depart­ ment in the Gemini's galley. Members of the galley gang in photo below are left to right: Steward/Baker Steve Wagner, Chief Cook George Taylor and Steward Assistants Susan Mormando and Chris Green. 3-' M 4i felt:';; V - • , �• - '~'m •; .'v"' ,^'•Vc iTht; • •' '• />V ' . •' • • '"" : SaFARiRS tOG • .• V^:yw, ' No Agreement Yet On US-USSR Ship Pact ..'v '' -V'/'S?'"' ' .'i?'/ • :!• . 'J m •• ':!t- - , f V0- • • - tr •I 'T- : ••jy.'.' After a week of talks, Soviet and American negotiators failed to reach an accord on a bilateral shipping agreement but said future talks will be held. Meeting throughout the week of January 22 through 27 in Moscow, the agenda included the following discussion items: • Greater and easier access of Soviet and U.S.-flag vessels to each country's ports, • Soviet carriage of American exports to third countries and U.S.flag involvement in the Soviet Union's crosstrades and • Designation of a portion of the cargo between the two nations to the fleets from each country— possibly one-third for Soviet ship­ ping lines, one-third for U.S.-flag vessels and the remaining onethird for ships from other nations. Currently, Soviet vessels com­ ing to U.S. ports must ask for docking permission 14 days in ad­ vance while most foreign ships have free access to American ports. Additionally, Soviet vessels can­ not transport any other nation's cargo to the United States. It is limited to the carriage of cargo originating in the Soviet Union. This prevents Soviet shipping lines from picking up cargo in Europe on transatlantic runs or Asia on transpacific voyages. The maritime industry is keep­ ing a close eye on any possible maritime pact between the Soviet Union and the United States. U^S. shippers are concerned that the Soviet Union's fleet, one of the largest in the world, may employ the price-cutting tactics it used in the 1970s. During that period, So­ viet shipping lines established ar­ tificially low rates subsidized by their government in order to ob­ tain needed hard currency. Amer­ ican operators have proposed the Soviet fleet participate in shipping conferences that set rates. The last U.S.-U.S.S.R maritime agreement expired in 1981. Strict restrictions were imposed on So­ viet shipping lines by the Carter administration in the early '80s in the wake of the Soviet Union's invasion of Afghanistan. The industry does not want the Soviets to engage in rate-cutting. The withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan and the eco­ nomic agreement reached by Pres­ ident George Bush and Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev dur­ ing their summit meeting at Malta last year set the stage for a new bilateral maritime agreement be­ tween the two nations. The 10-member American del­ egation to Moscow last month was led by MarAd Administrator War­ ren Leback, and was made up of Department of Transportation of­ ficials, with some representation from State, Agriculture and De­ fense. Vadim Kornilov, head of the Soviet merchant marine min­ istry's external relations division, was in charge of the Soviet Union's delegation to the maritime pact talks. The next round of negotiations on the Soviet-American bilateral shipping a^eement will take place in March in the United States. MarAd Resists Efforts To Breach Jones Act MarAd Administrator Warren Leback clarified his agency's po­ sition on Jones Act waivers for heating oil companies after a Wall Street Journal article put Ameri­ can cabotage laws at the forefront of national news last month. A Wall Street Journal article on the heating oil shortage inaccur­ ately reported that MarAd had held up six requests for Jones Act waivers that resulted in skyrock­ eting costs of fuel. Leback re­ ported that the article had "trig­ gered" an attack on the allocation of domestic coastwise trades to U.S.-flag vessels. Testifying before the Senate Committee on Governmental Af­ fairs on January 16, Maritime Administration chief Warren Le­ back reviewed the applications for Jones Act waivers made by for­ eign-flag vessels to transport fuel and propane to Northeastern ports. In December, Leback noted, the Customs Service had granted waivers to Bay States Gas Com­ pany of Massachusetts and Enron Gas Liquids of Texas to use for­ eign-flag vessels to bring propane heating fuel to U.S. ports on a one-time basis. A waiver request by Arochem Corporation of Connecticut to bring oil from ^Puerto Rico to the United States was denied by the Customs Service on MarAd's recommen­ dation. Leback said six U.S.-flag tankers were available for the car­ riage of heating oil. "The events of the last few weeks," Leback said, "only un­ derscore the importance and the great potential of a modern U.S.flag merchant marine fleet. MarAd believes the Jones Act continues to be critically important to the national defense and commercial needs of this country." The Jones Act requires that U.S.flag vessels be used in the trans­ port of cargo along the nation's coasts and ports. Foreign-flag ves­ sels may enter the coastwise trade only after it has been proved that an American-flag ship is not avail­ able. Jones Act waivers are granted by the U.S. Customs Service after consulting with MarAd and other government agencies with an in­ terest in the request. House Leader Supports American Shipping The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tom Foley (left), expressed his support for a strong U.S.-flag merchant marine when he joined Great Lakes congressmen and SlU representatives on the occasion of ,the Michigan Maritime Trades Port Council meeting. Pictured with Foley, beginning second from left, are SlU Assistant Vice President Byron Kelley, SlU Field Representative Larry Querry and Michigan 12th District Congressman David Senior. SlU Charges Scam To Beat Cabotage Because existing U.S. Customs Service standards do not ade­ quately define what makes a new and different fuel oil product, for­ eign-flag vessels have been able to circumvent American cabotage laws that require cargo trans­ ported between U.S. ports to be carried on U.S.-flag vessels built in the United States and owned by American citizens, the SIU charged last month. The inadequate Customs Serv­ ice rules are allowing foreign-flag ships to pick up fiiel oil in the United States, take it to another countp' to "blend" it and then bring it to another American port. Under the Jones Act and current Customs regulations, foreign-flag ships are prohibited from trans­ porting cargo, including fiiel, be­ tween American ports. The Cus­ toms Service, however, allows an exception: if the merchandise is "manufactured or processed'' into a "new and different product" at a third point not located on the coast. The SIU contends that blend­ ing, mixing or diluting oil does not meet the standard of manufactur­ ing a new product. Blending may superficially change the fiiel, but it does not meet the legal test of substantial transformation of a product. The SIU recommended adoption of regulations that would assure the fuel would be refined as well as exhibit a change in chemical structure. The Customs Service currently is reviewing its policy to determine if stricter standards are necessary: Oil Spl HII Mm tavnas High on the agenda for both branches of Congress is the iron­ ing out of differences between the House and Senate versions of leg­ islation that outlines response re­ quirements for oil spills. Returning f^om their winter recess late last month, members of the House and Senate were expected to meet in conference to resolve the areas of disagreement. The Conference Committee will consider the following differences in House and Senate language: • Double HullslDouble Bot­ toms—^The House bill mandates that tankers entering U.S. ports be outfitted with double hulls and double bottoms. The Senate bill requires the federal government to issue regulations on tanker structures. • Which Party is Responsible— A system that allocates liability costs to both the shipper and the cargo owner is endorsed by the House. The maritime community supports this language. • Signing International Agree­ ments—^The House bill advocates American participation in the In­ ternational Conventions that es­ tablish limits of liability. • Drug and Alcohol Testing— The onmibus oil spill legislation, if passed by the Conference Com­ mittee as is and signed by the President, would allow informa­ tion from the National Drivers Register regarding drunk driving charges to be used by the U.S. Coast Guard in issuing merchant mariner licenses or documents. The SIU and other maritime or­ ganizations havd opposed this pro­ vision. • Revocation of Documents— The House version contains a pro­ vision that extends authority to the Secretary of Transportation to suspend or revoke a document if the holder is convicted of an of­ fense. The SIU is working to knock out this section, advising Confer­ ence Committee members that the language is too vague and the power too broad. The House Oil Pollution, Re.sponse. Liability and Compensa­ tion Act of 1989 passed in Novem­ ber by a vote of 375 to 5. The Senate passed its oil spill legisla­ tion by a vote of 99 out of 100 in favor last August. jvv ...y, -f! �:•:..;^::Sfci,iv;^'^•A:f::, ' I 'i'lvi;%tf:-, ffit: >• ••;• ••• : .•• ;v, . 1' ^ Sv>, >;# «.• •• af '••••A, Atif •'4A mm) [-:iP*i'ii:: ..v ^ ;• ,•.-•••4 MS •V'AO: %wm- WW I; hat may be considered un­ usual and nerve-wracking to some is "routine to us," said the unlicensed crewmembers of the USNS Navajo who are members of the SIU's Government Services Division. The ship, part of the Military Sealift Command Pacific fleet, re­ cently was docked on the West Coast, or "Point A" according to the USNS Navajo's Chief Cook Robert Burdine. "Our runs are classified," the 13 year MSCPAC veteran said. "We run from Point A to Point B, then back to Point A," Burdine explained. While crewmembers were not free to provide details on their voyages, they would say some of the trips had been "doozles. W Soift ServlGK MMIKPS OiISNS Nawyo lave Decades Of SaiDeg ExperieBce "A: . • Francis Akina, in photo above, sails as Bosun/Mate aboard the USNS Navajo. At left, Clarence Mitchell, who sails as a steward utility on the USNS Navajo, sets up the officers' mess. Junior Engineer William Burt is pictured on deck in top middle photo. Pictured in middle bottom photo is Chief Cook Robert Burdine who prepares dinner for the crew. ••iMSilSi' A::. • •'' -Avh - • I-"'Vf;• • • . .. ' Tr •-' Onboard the USNS Navajo, AB John Stanton (left) talks with SlU Government Services Division Port Employee Raleigh Minix. .- ••v.;'* Burdine recalled his first voy­ age. He started on the USNS Hess and had never been off land or out of the United States, "I was lost. I couldn't speak the language, I had no idea where to go. I've gotten better since then." Francis Akina, who currently sails as Bosun/Mate on the Na­ vajo, shipped with MSC long be­ fore the present Military Sealift Command existed. In 1944 he sailed with Army Transport. That agency became MSC in 1950. During the early '60s he helped organize for the SIU among the command's Pacific fleet crewmembers. The union was certified as the bargain­ ing agent for unlicensed MSCPAC crewmembers in 1963. Akina said he had seen "a lot of changes for the better since I started with Army Transport." Navajo Able Seaman John Stan­ ton also started his maritime ca­ reer during World War II. He joined the Sailors Union of the Pacific in 1942. "I saw action in the Atlantic, Mediterranean and Pacific. I had ships hit by machine gun fire and bombs and just missed by torpedoes. But I never had a ship go out from under me." Stanton joined the SIU in 1979 and started sailing with MSC in 1984. "I switched when commer­ cial shipping was slow. I like being with MSC because I know there will always be a job." V. :,:ty I:.:; •t: • • I. '" . • "•y;S" 'ii : >i; , • rS •••:, ...r ^ i'i M.;, . -- •• 't "'* •' ' •.• �^^ V^^JlVstf E^r Vr- - "i »tr^ ^ l. ^ ^ 1r.~ - i;--'--y.-^'IT--'^-.r-Ti-^; T ^ sufAHei^m 28&r-!i Coast Guard Defers Pre-Job Drug Test •MS:;'.:" '•r/"^••'•"-'V'. •••'- 'I,; ••I-' J- ;•'• p-, ••,' •"p-:(' '.•-if Seafarers who have already passed a pre-employment drug screening prior to December 21, 1989 and have maintained a drugfree record will not have to take another one until June of this year. On January 8, the Coast Guard announced a six-month extension of the time limit for those seamen who already passed pre-employ­ ment tests. Until this ruling, sea­ men were obligated under recently instituted government regulations to take a pre-employment screen­ ing every six months. The Coast Guard's recognition of valid pre-employment drug tests until June 1990 is expected to be a one-time only extension. After June, maritime transportation workers will be required to take a pre-employment drug test every six months. Asa result of the Coast Guard's announcement, the SIU and its contracted companies, during the registration and shipping and signon procedures, will also accept until June of 1990 all negative preemployment drug tests taken prior to December 21, 1989, regardless of the expiration date listed. The USCG announcement only affects pre-employment testing. Periodic, probable cause and postaccident drug screening went into effect on December 21, 1989. Random testing, however, will not currently go forward. In De­ cember, Federal District Judge Thomas Hogan ruled on the SIU's CORRECTION :''if • '''jW'-::-/'-'.i'K _ •', «fSK" • y®4-":.v' An article on page 6 of the January 1990 issue of the Seafarers LOG concerning social security listed an inaccurate age for retire­ ment. The sentence should have read: "Under the new benefit schedule, individuals retiring in 1990 at the age of 65 will receive a maximum monthly social secu­ rity payment of $975, up from $899 in 1989." We regret any confusion this error may have caused. lawsuit apinst the government's drug testing program directed at maritime workers. He said the Coast Guard, in promulgating the regulations, had failed to demon­ strate that all members of the crew were "safety-sensitive" and therefore the government could not impose random testing, a pro­ cedure that violated their Consti­ tutionally-given rights against il­ legal search and seizure. The Coast Guard currently is formulating a new policy regarding random testing. The Department of Transpor­ tation issued its extensive drug testing regulations directed at merchant seamen on U.S.-flag vessels in November of 1988. The following month, the SIU, work­ ing jointly with the Transportation Institute, filed a lawsuit to stop the testing because the Coast Guard, by its own admission, had little evidence linking drug use to maritime safety problems. While awaiting a decision from the courts, SIU members began pre-employment drug testing in May 1989 because the regulations called for that form of screening to be in place by June 21, 1989. Judge Hogan, who heard the SIU's arguments in June, held off implementation of pre-employ­ ment testing until July 21, 1989. In December 1989, only days before periodic, post-accident, probable cause and random drug testing were due to go into effect, Hogan banned random screening. He called random testing "more intrusive on the individual's pri­ vacy interests than any other cat­ egory." The judge also rejected the gov­ ernment's argument that all hands should be tested randomly, stating "the tasks of cooks, messmen and wipers" do not "approach the direct relationship to s^ety shared by the employees for whom ran­ dom testing was found reason­ able" in other cases, like police­ men, pilots and aircraft mechanics. '4s:epi?--SE" "cj' :fi^'--:: '. •', ; '4'--^Mi±-%k''- '• I Mi |:f:v W''i' Seafarers: The Census Wants To Count You In 1990 Survey Special provisions are being made by the Bureau of the Census to include crewmembers and pas­ sengers of U.S.-flag vessels in the 1990 count. When the census form is mailed to every household in the United States on March 23, it also will be sent to U.S.-flag shipping lines in sufficient quantities to provide ev­ ery seafarer and passenger with a chance to be counted. If a seaman is On a vessel as of April 1, he or she has the option 'of identifying "home" as a place ashore or the vessel. If the serfarer chooses the ship as his or her place of residence, the following rules should be observed: • If the U.S.-flag ship is docked in a U.S. port, the crewmember is counted as a resident of that port. • If the U.S.-flag vessel is sail­ ing from one U.S. port to another U.S. port, the crewmember is counted as a resident of the port of departure. • If the U.S.-flag ship is sailing from a U.S. port to a foreign port or from a foreign port to a U.S. port, a crewmember is counted as a resident of the U.S. port. • If the U.S.-flag vessel is sail­ ing between foreign ports, a crew­ member will be counted as part of the American population over­ seas. The 1990 census will be the most extensive and complex headcount ever conducted in the history of the United States. The census has been conducted every 10 years since 1790. ... t 'i ^ ' -ti' " -/sr-v-. ' ; • : <• -"" - Seaway Has Record Year off Steel Exports More than 1.5 million metric tons of export steel passed through the Saint Lawrence Seaway last year, the waterway's Development Cor­ poration announced last month. The end of the busy Great Lakes shipping season last month was marked by bitter winter weather. In the photo above, the SlU-crewed Adam E. Cornelius (American Steam­ ship) is pictured above on the St. Clair River across from the union's Algonac hall during one of the last days of the recent Great Lakes shipping season. sn Sees M Need HP a Ckaie ta bdsttq illceW ttiee Repbdeis Vigorous enforcement of exist­ ing government procedures are adequate to prevent alcohol abuse among seamen, the SIU told the Department of "Transportation last month in response to the agency's request for input from the public on an expanded anti-alcohol reg­ ulatory program. _ The Department of Transpor­ tation said greater regulation should be considered because the effects of alcohol abuse are "substantial in terms of lives lost and environ­ mental damage. It claims at least 100,000 lives annually, 25 times as many as all illegal drugs com­ bined." The Federal Register's advance notice of proposed rulemaking asked the transportation commu­ nity to consider the possibility of instituting wide ranging testing for alcohol abuse as it had done with drugs—^periodic, pre-employ­ ment, post-accident, probable cause and random. In a letter to the Department of Transportation on the proposed regulations, SIU President Mi­ chael Sacco said "the current Coast Guard regulations governing al­ cohol abuse have proven very ef­ fective. We would therefore rec­ ommend that, apart from giving greater emphasis to education and stricter enforcement of existing rules, further government regula­ tion should be avoided." The SIU pointed but that U.S. Coast Guard regulations currently in effect prohibit individuals from operating a vessel while intoxi­ cated. Furthermore, seamen are prohibited from drinking on duty or assuming duties within four hours of consuming alcohol. The Coast Guard also requires postaccident testing for alcohol usage among crewmembers involved in an incident. Sacco noted that workers and employers already play an impor­ tant role in reducing alcohol abuse on the job and further regulation could result in unnecessary costs. He cited the SIU's "stringent drugfree and alcohol-free requirements in its work rules" that already are working well. "Additionally, we have estab­ lished a successful rehabilitation program for those of our members who may have drug or alcohol related problems. We have rec­ ognized that when a problem ex­ ists, it is best to pursue a positive and non-punitive course of action without compromising safety and respect for human privacy and dignity," he said. Mine WorkBP Strike Ends After a bitter nine-month strike, the United Mine Workers reached a tentative contract last month with the Pittston Coal Company in West Virginia. The proposed collective bar­ gaining agreement was reached after a series of negotiating ses­ sions between the company, the union and mediator William J. Usery, who was asked by U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Elizabeth Dole to assist in resolv­ ing the dispute. More than 1,700 Pittston miners went on strike in April of 1989 after working for more than a year without a contract. The company had eliminated its union employ­ ees' health plan, including can­ cellation of welfare benefits for 1,500 disabled miners and individ­ uals who had retired after 1974. Throughout the nine-month strike, miners faced tactics of in­ timidation and harassment from company-hired private security forces as well as the Viiginia state police. UMWA members, how­ ever, adopted a strategy of i^aceful, nonviolent civil disobedience. J J �FEBRUARY 1990 Namesake Of SlU-Crewed StiipDies Frances H^mer, a painter and the 87-year-6ld wife of the re­ nowned Dr. Armand Hammer, died of pneumonia last December after undergoing surgery for a broken hip in a Los Angeles hospital. The 91-year-old Dr. Hammer, who heads Occidental Petroleum and its subsidiaries, named one of his company's integrated tug-barge units after his wife Frances. This vessel, operated for Ham­ mer's company by Ocean Shipholding, Inc. since August of last year, is crewed by members of the SIU. It carries liquid fertilizer to the Soviet Union, leaving from Jacksonville, FL. Married in 1956, Frances Ham­ mer was the constant companion of her husband. In addition to advising him on his many business interests, she shared his dedica­ tion to the pursuit of world peace and finding a cure for cancer. The Hammers supported many charities and donated millions of dollars worth of art to several museums. Frances Hammer served on the Campobello International Park Commission, the organization re­ sponsible for administering the former retreat of President Frank­ lin D. Roosevelt and now the U.S. and Canadian International Peace Park. Dr. Hammer bought the property and donated it to the governments of the United States and Canada. Mrs. Hammer, who studied art while growing up in her native Chicago, gained fame as a copyist. She reproduced more than 200 masterpieces from the Hammer art collection while the originals were exhibited around the world. She is survived by her husband, three sisters, a niece and two grandnephews. AutoWorkerHits 35 Mil. Lottery i;i\;;.sf./fi--*.,. •*; A member of the United Auto Workers from Westchester County, NY recently won his state's biggest lottery prize ever won by a single individual. The 49-year-old Antonio Bueti won 35 million dollars. An assembly line worker at the General Motors plant in Terrytown for 12 years, his annual wages have been between $30,000 to $35,000. He will soon receive the first of 21 annual checks worth $1,666,666 before taxes. After withholding taxes are deducted, the annual check will be about $1,210,416, New York lottery of­ ficials said. In interviews with the press af­ ter winning the 35 million bucks, Bueti said despite his new found millions he would continue to work at his assembly line job. •<( AB Paul Dudnlkov Returns to USSR After Defecting Eighteen Years Ago In 1972, Paul Dudnikov escaped from his native Soviet Union in the fishing trawler he commanded. Last summer he returned home employed aboard an SlU-crewed vessel as an American citizen. The able seaman was a member of the union's first crew to sail the Frances Hammer from Jackson­ ville, FL to Odessa, U.S.S.R. He was able to see his brother for the first time in 18 years. "It was like a dream," Dudni­ kov recalled in his heavily Rus­ sian-accented English, "after 18 years, to see my country." Dudnikov had been watching as relations between the Soviet Union and the United States thawed. He had been afraid to enter the U.S.S.R. because he technically had stolen the trawler when he led his crew to Greece. "I have followed Glasnost," he said. "If not for Gorbachev, no can see my country. I want to thank him for Glasnost and de­ mocracy." The first change Dudnikov no­ ticed in Soviet policy to foreign shipping was the lack of security guards when the Frances Hammer dropped anchor outside of Odessa. He recalled thinking that the So­ viets no longer were afraid of American seamen. He still was leary when the Soviet Coast Guard—"green caps" as Dudnikov said they are known because of their hats—boarded the vessel at port for inspection. ''This green cap wanted to know what small 'n' was beside my name. I said, 'I am naturalized American citizen.' He said I was the same as the others and could pass with no problem." Before leaving Florida, Dudni­ kov called his brother, Peter, and told him he would be returning to Odessa. After convincing his brother it was true, he asked Peter to be at the Odessa docks. After clearing the vessel, Dudnikov headed for the gate with two cases of Coca-Cola and cigarettes as gifts for his brother. Peter took Paul through Odessa, a city he had not seen in 30 years. "The city looked the same as 30 years ago. They have a new sea­ port for passenger vessels. It looked beautiful." Dudnikov said the Soviet people were not frightened by the sight of the American mariners. They would try to make friends with the seamen. "They are not afraid. They make their freedom." The brothers ate at a restaurant at the seaport before Peter had to catch a train back to his home on the western shore of the Black Sea. Dudnikov completed a sec­ ond voyage to the city on the eastern shore of the Black Sea before signing off the Hammer. Odessa was listed as the final destination for Dudnikov's trawler the night he led his crew from the Soviet Union. The escape, which was documented in the June 1974 edition of the Reader's Digest, st^ed on the evening of August 10, 1972 from the port of Kerch v'-w'-i' Able Seaman Paul Dudnikov poses on an overlook of the new pas­ senger terminal In Odessa, U.S.S.R. during his first visit to his homeland In 18 years. on the northern shore of the Black Sea. The vessel was intercepted once by a Soviet security ship in the Black Sea but allowed to con­ tinue to Odessa. Under cover of darkness and a thunderstorm, the vessel slipped through the Turkish Bosporus Strait by 3 pm, August 11. Before arriving off the coast of Greece the next day, the trawler still had to avoid detection by several So­ viet naval and merchant ships in the Aegean Sea. When Dudnikov led his crew through the Black Sea to Greece, he was seeking the freedom that had eluded him since his birth in 1929 in a peasant farming village near the Caucasus Mountains, east of the Black Sea in the southern Soviet Union. In 1930, Communist officials forced area farmers to leave their land and work on col­ lective farms. Some families, in­ cluding Dudnikov's, were exiled to the Ural Mountains. The harsh living conditions caus^ the deaths of Dudnikov's grandfather and older brother. He st£uted going to sea at the age of 17 after serving in the Rus­ sian Army during World War II. He saw action during the invasion of Prague. Dudnikov's merchant marine career in the Soviet Union began on an icebreaker out of the port of Odessa. He later worked as an able seaman on the delivery crew for a shipbuilding company near the Baltic Sea. Some of the ports of delivery were Murmansk and Vladivostok. He was arrested by Soviet au­ thorities in 1962 for bringing American currency into the coun­ try after a trip to Gibraltar. He was sentenced to eight years in prison for having $66 in his pocket. During the first year of his impris­ onment, he was divorced. He has not seen his wife or son since. Upon his release, he became a captain of a fishing trawler and decided to escape when he could. Dudnikov moved to the United States shortly after arriving in Greece. He obtained his American citizenship dnd began sailing with the SIU. His first SIU ship was the Sea-Land Pacer which he boarded in July 1978. He became a book member in December 1979 in the port of New York. By No­ vember 1982, he had completed the third mate's course at the Lundeberg School. Although he enjoyed seeing his native land, Dudnikov has no in­ tention of going back there to live. "I am very proud to be Amer­ ican citizen," he said. "I own a house and rent rooms. After 30 years in the Soviet Union, I only have a communal room with kitchen for three or four families. I spent 10 months at sea every year. "I will stay here. I have pension here and money in the bank. I am very happy to be an American." f J '€v "-I," '' • A i' !• 1 M A "Iv SIU Fishermen Meet on Dock Problem New Bedford fishermen have noted a rise In thievery around the city's docks at night. In the pictures above, SIU members discuss the problem with SIU representatives. In response to the concerns raised by FAf Captain Mano crewmembers Cook Alfredo Miranda and Engineer^' Joaqulm Novo (top photo, left and middle) and FA/ Luzitano Cook Jose Amaral (bottom, right), SIU Port Agent Henri Francois (top, right) and Patrolman Eugenio Sousa (bottom, left) arranged a meeting with New Bedford Mayor John K. Bullard to discuss how nighttime security can be strengthened around the city's wharf area. �mm siAfmiism 8 ti-^y-' Letters to the Editor •rm^y''^y^y' FDR Commended Goodram Family For Worid War 11 Contribution To the Editor: I've written many articles for the LOG. Your January 1990 LOG brought to my attention in respect to the awards issued by Mar Ad... and found myself eligible for the Merchant Marine Emblem and the Vietnam Service Bar. Just recently, I had a proud article printed in our local news­ paper — the "Eufaula Tribune" about our family and our mom having nine sons serve in the armed forces, me making number 10, representing all branches. I would feel proud to see the enclosed article published in our Seafarers LOG. Mom got a letter of commend­ ation from F.D. Roosevelt for hav­ ing the most sons ever in American history to serve at one time and yes, she was proud:.. Robert Goodrum Eufaula, Alabama V •• ii%. i'yyy- s -:•- ,-•• Editor's Note: Excerpts of Brother Goodrum's letter to the Eufaula Tribune, which appeared on De­ cember 31, 1989, follow: would be honored to share an outstanding article of patriot­ ism shared by my family. "Many of you would not know the trauma of World War II or the effects it lay on many families. Unfortunately one mother and father vividly did so during its duration of their 14 children — 11 boys and three girls. Nine of those boys served Uncle Sam's armed forces in helping to keep American shores free and untouched from the traumatic war, followed by yours truly to make a proud 10th son to serve his country, falling short by one year. So, in 1946 I decided I would get in on the tail end at still a young and tender age, joining the U.S. Merchant Marine, carrying on world trade in commerce until joining the U.S. Navy in April 1948 until 1952. In June 1950 I served in four major battles and 10 campaigns of the Korean War, upon completion of a four-year tour of Naval duty went back shipping with the U.S. Merchant Marine for 37 years, 1967 to the end of the Vietnam War, and supplied our country with various cargoes from heavy duty equipment to ammunition for the cause; travelling the coast of Vietnam from Cameron Bay, Dong Chow, Danang, Katran, Quaynon and on up to D.M. zone. "Like my brothers before me serving every branch of govern­ ment, I am proud and honored to have done this. But perhaps my proudest moment was the gleam i Oiristfflos Gifts Inspire Ashmon To Turn Hand to Poetry •'t-^-<y'''iM-'-^y^f' •... C:..r'%;Tr'^? ^. , To the Editor: While I was on the OMI Wabash this year for Christmas we re­ ceived gifts from the Seamen's Center in Texas. It's kind of nice, knowing that there is someone else out there thinking about us Sea­ farers. ,.^That was the first time that I ever got a gift on Christmas (while) at sea. ...It sure is nice knowing when we conie into ports that there are some places to go to. So I guess that is what inspired me to write this poem that I would like to share with everyone. William (WUd BUI) Ashman the OMI ly. ii; •-.:. ?-••• -• '; ."•- #•-: :l. .r:--i^,;^u^ -.V - • • yy Editor's Note: Brother WiUtdm (Wild Bill) Ashman Wrote the fol­ lowing poerh on Christmas Eve while aboard the OMI Wabash. The LOG received the poem last month. While the holiday season has come and gone, it is never too late to share the writings of a fellow SIU member. Brother Ash­ man's poem was accompanied by the following letter: ' Christmas^ at Sen ^ It was the r^t befbire Christmas Arid thiuugbout the sb No one was moving, liiey were aU waiting for St, Nick. There we were AU alone at sea On tfie eight to 12 watch. The bosun and me. I told the third mate That it wouldn't be long. Before we are relieved And out in a distance. I thought I heard a fog hom. But the sky was clear. As I looked from port to starboard. Then dead ahead. To my surprise over the horizon, I could hear sleigh bells ringing, I could look to heaven and to sea, I could see the wake of Flipper, Dipper, Clipper and Skipper. They were swimming fast On their way at last. Then as we awoke the steward was giving The gifts that St. Nick had left. Then under my tree was a box Addressed to me from twp boys I'd never seen. It said, "Merry Christmas to All, And all good sailing toni^t." LOG-A-RHYTHM Destiny by Jerri Dee Falk Ideals are like stars; You will not succeed in reaching them with your hands. But like the seafaring man on the desert of waters. You can choose them as your guides and following them. You can reach your destiny. which made my mother's face glow when President Franklin D. Roosevelt sent her a personal let­ ter commending her as war mother, for having the most sons ever to serve our country at one time." Welfare Plan Solves Problems To the Editor: ... I am including a small do­ nation to the LOG. I would ap­ preciate it very much if you could send me a few copies. I'm sort of isolated over here. The first (welfare plan) check came just before the quake... Four years ago when I had the heart attack, I thought the world had come to an end — four thousand dollars in hospital bills, too sick to work, but not sick enough for disability. I was really depressed. The plan solved most of the problems. It paid the bills, my health returned and I now have enough income to live. I am grate­ ful... Ernest (Ernie) Moneymaker Bangkok, Thailand Editor's Note: This letter was orig­ inally received by SIU Vice Pres­ ident George McCartney who for­ warded it to the Seafarers LOG. MIS. Bemie Guarilio Thanics Union Membeis for Support To the Editor: My husband Bemie Guarino passed away September 6, 1989. It took a while for me to be able to write you all, but with love and appreciation, I wish to thank, on behalf of my family and myself, all the members of the Executive Board, past Vice President Lindsey Williams and Jimmy Martin, our New Orleans port agent, for all the help and support they gave us. Also I wish to thank my brotherin-law, Louie Guarino, without whose help I couldn't have man­ aged. To the crew of the Robert E. Lee, my husband's ship, thank you for your donation and prayers. (A thanks) to all the SIU memr hers who were with us in our time of need, and the Waterman Steam­ ship Company for all their help and concem. My husband Bemie would have been so proud of his union. His mother, brother, his daugh­ ters, sons-in-law, grandchildren and myself can only say, "Thank You." Mrs. Bernie J. Guarino River Ridge, Louisiana Rivera Is Proud of His Union To the Editor: I was thinking of all the good things this union has done for me and I'm so grateful to the SIU. I know I'm indebted to the union., because since 1945 until 1990, me and my family have been receiving benefits, especially medical ben­ efits, and we know that without the help of the union we cannot have afforded it. I have been retired for three years, receiving the LOG and I am enclosing a money order for $100.00 for the LOG and $100.00 for SPAD. Believe me I am grateful and proud of my union for all the good and beautiful things she did and is doing for me and my family. There is just no way to say thanks. Alfonso Rivera Bayamon, Puerto Rico 7• 'I- i*" �:,f • :•£•-i"'•^'•'ti:|^.::\/:i S;.V f.M;'&'$'!-• UBRimnm Three Classes Graduate Inquiring Seafarer -'yijvr:-. :-V ••--ifil .;• ••••;> ;.r'.;,',-i.,-.:' • . : - . ^ ' :'v f •.'v.-. • Question: What is the most im­ portant part of the Seafarers LOG to you? (Asked of SIU members at the union hall in Jacksonville, FL.) Victor Sapp, OMU—The Dis­ patchers' Re­ ports, I need to know what is going on in the other halls. I want to see how the other brothers and sisters are shipping. Ken Biddie, QMED—The strongest part of the LOG to me is the upgrading courses. I like to see what is being offered and when it is being offered in order to get better paying jobs. I look for that first. I also like to see what new ships and jobs we have. Rubin MitcheU, Able Seaman— The President's Report. It gives me a better idea of where the union is going and the different issues on shipping being debated by Congress. Cecil Sapp, QMED—The President's Re­ port. I'm proud of the way the union is going to Washington and fighting for the members. I also like the way the union is running the Lundeberg School for the younger mem­ bers. Charles Dallas, QMED—There is no most im­ portant part to me. I like to read all of it. Kelly Davis, QMED—I think the best part is the Dispatchers' Reports. I don't sail out of the same port. I like to go where the ^ ships and jobs are. That is the first part I reach for. i Bobby Branbam, I Able Seaman—I like the whole LOG, but the most interesting part to me is the Ships Minutes. I like reading what each member and ship are doing. I also like the Upgrading Courses because I want to know what is going on at the Lunde­ berg School, who is upgrading and what courses are available. Wilton Stokes, Able SeamanThe pensioners page. I want to see how many of my fnends have left. I hope j that they will in-! crease the pension for us old timers to get out. • vii-i,-:''. f; ' Earning theif QMED enddfisements from the Lurideberg School dn December 8 are (left to right, seated) Frank Hanick, Robert Beamer Stancavage, Edward Dale Jansen, (kneeling) J. Weatherly, Michael Kovach, Howard Garcia, Craig A. Luotp, Paul Hoover, James M. Stowell, Duke V. K. Bactad, Woodrow Smith Jr., (third row) Ervin Wilson, Kalani M. A. Moe, D. Ruch Ingram, Robert A. Sabatano, Joseph J. Arnold, Dennis Davidson, Robert Blake, Johnnie Ellis, (fourth row) David M. Tillman, Ralph W. Biggs III, Brett Lammers, Scott E. Speedd, Michael A. Stearman, Rick Natoli and Pat Jarvis. Graduates riot pictured are Jeffrey Branch, Steven Brown, Asher Busch, Kenny Hanson, Brad Kolbach, Moses Mickens Jr., John Rose TiipotliX. Wober.,', . William S. Dil­ lon, QMED— The Dispatch­ ers' Reports. It lets me know where the action is and where the movement is. Tommie Benton, Able Seaman— The LOG is very important for the guy out at sea. It is up to date with the latest political events in the union and the latest information on maritime. .i'v -i-M '1 The tl^i^beiB JScliodl graduated 22 members as able seamen On December 8.^ From the left are (seated) Luis Quinones, (kneeling) Alfonso Garcia, Eddie Townsend, Nick Moramarco, Francis Roman, Tar Ahmed, Eddie G. Morre, Donald B. Hudson, (third row) Chip Thurston, Ralph Neal, Ray Johnson, John Gilston, Jeffrey Faux, , Claudio B. Udan Jr., Christi Etie, Duong O. Thanh, Lloyd LaBeach,! Cara J. Stinson, Ahmed Baabbad, Roy Payne, Robin Swanson, Garyi Van Staden and Jake Karaczynski, instructor. !vr .•S 'iS*' AB Rhodes Wins Golden Nozzle Award :: "Super Drill" exercises on the LNG Aquarius culminate in an award bestowed on a crewmember who demonstrates leadership skills and knowledge of all aspects of shipboard emergency equipment and firefighting control systems. In the photo above, SIU member AB Jack Rhodes receives the LNG Aquarius Golden Nozzle Award from the ship's master, Captain Jack Donahue, for his superb handling of all simulated emergencies in "Super Drill" exercises. Upg^ers who received their lifeboat endorseirients at Piney Point in Dumber are (left to right, front row) Jorge Lopez, Alice (ZaballeroWebster, Paul Guzman, Piaina Motusa^, Kathleen Lanahan, Sonja Rabbon, (second row) instructor Bob Clinton III, Gary Lloyd Polzin, Richard B. Petersen Jr., Phil West, Vince Grande, Calvin A. Sewell, Stanley Vietma, Emilio Martinez, instructor Ben Cusic, (third row) Joe Schaefer, Julio Loogo, William Semprit, I^vid D. White and Donald Garrison. ' '•'.' , V, (' _l.-3 •, �• •:' • m mFARos m 10 " ,ip-;.-:v7,k^t( f,V,-. PREPARING A RETURN •.'S'#f' Follow the six useful steps below. 5f^ Z Get all records together. Income Records. These include any Forms W-2, W-2G, W2P and 1099. Itemized deductions and Tax Credits. • Medical and dental payment records. •1' i Ife'ys • Real estate and personal property tax receipts. • Interest payments records for items such as a home mortgage, car or appliances. 1 '4- • Records ofpayments for child care so an individual could work. Step 2. Get any forms, schedules or publications necessary to assist in filing the return. Most IRS offices and many local banks, post offices and libraries have publications designed to provide individuals with information on correctly filing tax returns. An order blank for IRS publications is available on the next to the last page of their instruction booklet. Step 3. Fill in the return. Step 4. Check the retium to make sure it is correct. •-# It's that time of year when a seafarer looks over the horizon and sees the tax-time jungle. On these two pages, the Seafarers LOG is providing information that may be helpful to SIU members as they prepare their 1989 tax returns that are due to the IRS by Monday, April 16,1990. The following information was compiled for the LOG by a certified public accountant with experience in the maritime field. »• h •• t •> ' » W'-r'v I s^M'AW?-- i-,- ••;•';• Contributions or gifts to organi­ zations that are religious, charitable, educational, scientific or literaiy in purpose may be deducted. Gifts to organizations that work to prevent cruelty to children or animals may also be deducted. Examples of these organizations are: Churches, temples, syna­ gogues, Salvation Army, Red Cross, CARE, Good­ will Industries, United Way, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Boys and Girls Qubs of America, etc. Fraternal orders if the gifts will be used for the pur­ poses listed above. Veterans' and certain cul­ tural groups. Nonprofit schools, hospi­ tals and organizations wdiose purpose is to find a cure foror help people w4io have arthritis, asthma, birth defects, cancer, cere­ bral palsy, cystic fibrosis, diabetes, heart disease, he­ mophilia, mental illness or retardation, multiple scle­ rosis, muscular dystrophy, tuberculosis^ etc. Federal, state and local governments if the gifts are solely for public purposes. If a tax refund is expected for 1989, instead of mailing the return to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), it can be filed electronically. When filed electronically, a refund will be received in about 3 weeks, or in 2 weeks if it is deposited directty into a savings or checking account. For a charge, many professional tax return preparers offer electronic flling in addition to their return preparation services. If an individual prepares his or her own return, a preparer or transmitter in their area can file the return electronically. For a list of who can file a tax return electroni­ cally in any given area, call the IRS toll-free number, 1-800-424-1040, and ask for the Electronic Filing Of­ fice. Automated Information 1-800/554-4477 is the IRS's 24-honr automated Tele-Tax" system. When calling remember the sign will repeat the topic and^e will stop the message. When the initial recording comes on, dial 323 from a touch tone phone to hear the categories of information. Or use this guide to immediately connect to the message of interest once the number is dialed and the recording has begun. Beginning March 1, Tele-Tax can pro­ vide information on the status of refunds if the tax return in question has been filed. On a touch tone phone, dial the num­ ber corresponding to the subject matter you are interested in: DEDUCTION FOR EXEMPTIONS INCREASED The deduction for each exemp­ tion ~ for the individual, his or her spouse and dependents has in­ creased to $2,000 per person. 100 IRS Procedures and Services 250 Adjustments to Income STANDARD DEDUCTION HAS INCREASED 150 Filing Require­ ments, Filing Status, Exemptions 300 Itemized Deduc­ tions 350 Tax Computation 200 lypes of Income 400 Tax Credits 450 General Information The standard deduction has in­ creased for most people. Because of this increase, it may be to an individual's benefit to take thestan­ dard deduction this year even if that person has itemized deductions in the past. 500 IRS Notices and Letters 550 Basis for Assets, Depreciation and Sale of Assets gi;::;;t-^<2 600 Employer Tax Infor­ mation '•y^ y •-."' %• ' -}-v"'-';.'•; 650 Magnetic Media Information 700 Tax Information for Aliens and U.S. Citizens Living Abroad 750 Spanish Topics m.- GIFTS TO CHARITY 1989 tax returns must be filed no later than April 16,1990. If filed late, penalties and inter­ est maybe owed to the IRS. FAST REFUND To make tax calculations easier, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has information and material available by phone. The Tele-Tax Service has recorded tax information covering more than 140 topics. i-tlHi WHEN TO FILE . / .--i GIFT TO REDUCE THE PUBLIC DEBT An individual may make a gift to reduce the public debt. To do so, enclose a separate check with the income tax return. Make it payable to "Bureau of Public Debt." Do not add it to any tax owed. HOW LONG SHOULD RECORDS BE KEPT? Keep records of income, deduc­ tions and credits shown on the tax return, as well as any worksheets used to figure them, until the statute of limitations runs out for that re­ turn. Usually this is 3years from the date the return was due or filed, or 2 years from the date the tax was paid, wliichever is later. - COLLECTING W-2'S Employers are required to mail W-2 forms to emplc^ees by January 31. If an individual believes he or she is missing W-2's, contact the em­ ployer. For seamen who have ever used a union hallas a return address, check with the SIU port agent to determine if a W-2 has been sent to that address. If a Seafarer has re­ ceived monies from the SIU Vaca­ tion Plan, he or she should receive a W-2 from that fund. INTEREST DEDUCTIONS Twenty percent of the interest paid oti unsecured loans is deduct­ ible on tax returns for the year 1989. This year's tax return, which will be filed next year will allow a deduction of ten percent of interest paid on unsecured loans. The 1991 tax re­ turns that will be filed in 1992 will allow no deductions on interest for unsecured loans. Examples of unse­ cured loans are credit cards, boat loans and auto loans. INTEREST ON SECURED LOANS DEDUCTIBLE Interest paid on mortpgesor se­ cured loans is 100 percent deduct­ ible. UNION DUES DEDUCTION Union dues are only deductible if th^ exceed two percent of gross income. Ifth^do, only the portion over the 2% is deductible. SPAD, contributions have never been de­ ductible. ALIMONY PAID Periodic payments of alimony or Kparate maintenance made under a court decree can be deducted. Pay­ ments made under a separation agreement or a decree for support can also be deducted. Don't deduct lump-sum cash or property settle­ ments, voluntary payments not made under a court order or a writ­ ten separation agreement, or amounts specified as child support. For details, see Tele-Tax Infor­ mation in the index (topic no. 252) or ^t Pub. 504, Tax Information for Divorced or Separated Individuals. FILING EXTENSIONS if a Seafarer is unable to file his or her tax return ty April 16,1990, th^ should file Form 4868 entitled, "Application for Automatic Exten­ sion of Time to File U.S. Individual Tax Return." Form 4868 must be submitted to the IRS by April 16, 1990. Taxes owed to the IRS must be paid and submitted with the re­ quest for an extension. It is advis­ able, if estimatingan amount due, to overpay in order to avoid penalties and interest. ROUNDING OFF TO WHOLE DOLLARS Cents may be rounded off to the neatest wliole dollar on the tax re­ turn and schedules. To do so, drop amounts under 50 cents and increase amounts from 50 to 99 cents to the next dollar. For example, $1.39 be­ comes $1 and $230 becomes $3. UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION Unemplcyment compensation (insurance) is fulty taxable. By Jan­ uary 31,1990, an individual who has received unemployment compensa­ tion should receive a Form 1099-G showing the total unemployment compensation paid during 1989. Use line 70 on the tax return to report unemployment compensa­ tion received. �FCBRUARYim 5tejP J. Sign and date the return. Form 1040 is not considered a valid return unless signed. A spouse must also sign if it is a joint return. Step 6. Attach all required forms and schedules. Attach the first copy of Copy B of Forms W-2, W-2G and W-2P to the front of the Form 1040. Attach all other schedules and forms behind Form 1040 in order of the attachment sequence number. If tax is owed, attach the payment to the front of Form 1040. STANDARD DEDUCTION CHART FOR MOST PEOPLE Do not use this chart if 65 or older or blind or if a dependent. Standard Deduction Fllinp Staling Single Married filing separate return Head of household The following kinds of income should be reported on Form 1040,or related forms and schedules, in ad­ dition to the types of income listed on Form 1040. • Scholarship and fellowship amounts. • Original Issue Discount. • Distributions from SEPs and DECS. • Amounts received in place of wages, from accident and health plans (including sickpayand disabilify pen­ sions) if employer paid for the poliiy. • Bartering income (fair market value of goods or services received in return for services). • Tier 2 and supplemental annuities under the Rail­ road Retirement Act. • Life insurance proceeds from a policy cashed in if the proceeds are more than the premium paid. • Profits from coiporations, partnerships, estates and trusts. • Endowments. • Lump-sum distributions. • Gains from the sale or ex­ change (including barter) of real estate, securities, coins, gold, silver, gems or other properfy. • Gains frpm the sale of a mainhome. • Accumulation distribu­ tions from trusts. • Prizes and awards (con­ tests, raffles, lottery and gambling winnings). • Earned income from sources outside the United States. • Director's fees. • Fees received as an execu­ tor or administrator of an estate. • Embezzled or other illegal income. EXAMPLES OF INCOME NOT REPORTED Do not include these amounts under income reported. Welfare benefits. Disability retirement pay­ ments (and other benefits) paid by the Veterans' Ad­ ministration. Workers' compensation benefits, insurance dam­ ages, etc. for injury or sick­ ness. Child support. Mail retiu-ns to the Internal Revenue Service Center designated for the following areas. No street address is needed for the IRS. $5,200 $2,600 $4,550 Gifts, money or other property inherited or willed. Dividends on veterans' life insurance. Life insurance proceeds re­ ceived because of a person's death. Amounts received from in­ surance because of loss of the use of a home due to fire or other casualty to the extent the amounts were more than the cost of nor­ mal expenseswhile living in the home. Certain amounts received as a scholarship. FORMORE INFORMATION General Information 1-800/424-1040 can be called for general information. IRS staff an­ swer questions from 8:00 AM to4:15 PM, Monday through Friday, until the April 16 deadline. Publications 1-800/424-3676 operators will take orders for publications. "#553 Highlights of1989Tax Changes"and "#552 Record Keeping for Individu­ als" are two publications that many people find especially useful. Florida, Georgia, South Carolina IRS Atlanta, GA 39901 New Jersey, New York (New York City and counties of Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk and Westchester) BRS' Holtsville, NY New York (all other counties), Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont IRS Andover, MA 05501 Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Wisconsin IRS KansasCity, MO 64999 Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia IRS Philadelphia, PA 19255 Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia IRS Cincinnati, OH 45999 Kansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas IRS Austin, TX 73301 Alaska, Arizona, California (counties of Alpine, Amador, Butte, Calaveras, Colusa, Contra Costa, Del Norte, El Dorado, Glenn, Humboldt, Lake, Lassen, Marin, Mendocino, Modoc, Napa, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sacramento; San Joaquin, Shasta, Sierra, Siskiyou, Tehama, Trinity, Yolo and Yuba), Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota,Utah, Washington, Wyoming. IRS Ogden, UT 84201 California (all other counties), Hawaii IRS Fresno, CA 93888 Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Tennessee IRS Memphis, TN 37501 / American Samoa . , , IRS Philadelphia, PA 19255 Commissioner of Revenue and Taxation 855 West Marine Dr. Agana, GU 96910 Puerto Rico (or if excluding income under section 933) Virgin Islands: Nonpermanent residents IRS Philadelphia, PA 19255 Virgin Islands < All A.P.O. or F.P.O. addresses V.I. Bureau of Internal Revenue Lockharts Garden No. 1A Charlotte Amalie St. Thomas, VI 00802 IRS Philadelphia, PA 19255 IRS representatives are avail­ able in many IRS offices around the country to help with tax questions that cannot be answered easily by telephone. To find the location of an IRS office, look in the phone book under "United States Govern­ ment, Internal Revenue Service." TELEPHONE HELP SEND IRS WRITTEN QUESTIONS Written questions regarding the tax returns can be sent directly toan IRS District Director. To find the toll-free number for any area, see "Telephone Assis­ tance-Federal Tax Information" in the index. CORRESPONDING WITH IRS Include a social securify number in anycorrespondence with IRS. Seafarers should not have problems obtaining accurate W-2 forms for monies earned in 1989 by the companies that employed them. Under both the Standard Freightship and Tanker agreements of 1987, Article II, Section 9, paragraph (b) reads: "On December 31st of each year of this Agreement, all Unlicensed Personnel, whether at sea or iri port, shall be entitled to receive all monies due them in the form of a check or other instrument Which, under IRS rules, shall be deemed as constructive receipt of said money. W-2 forms shall be timely provided and shall reflect all appropriate money earned with the Company during the applicable calendar year." This has been a regular part of the standard agreements for several years to keep Seafarers from having to bear a heavy t^ burden, said Red Campbell, SIU vice president for collective bargaining. Years ago, members would have to face the possibility of receiving statements of earnings for work performed in the previous year because a Seafarer did not sign off a vessel until after the start of a new year. If your W-2 form does not correspond with your income records, contact the company that issued the W-2 about the discrepancy, Campbell said. 'L. •I A.-,-.' *• •• ' v"' ' -Jl! Guam WALK-IN HELP IRS representatives are avail­ able to help with tax questions. If, after reading the tax form instruc­ tions and publications, an individual needs additional information, call the IRS using the toll-free number listed in the telephone directory. m• For Individuals living in the followinp states: $3,100 Married filingjoint return or Qualifying widow(er) with dependent children EXAMPLES OF INCOME THAT MUST BE REPORTED WHERETOFILE �Ni^:. .j)iiiiiM'wii»ii<ap - V ' .yyy-jryiiKy SIAFARERS 106 ••' • ^ :=•' 7-7 -i-?'''7f^,.i,'^"'' .-'•4 • 7' 12 SlU Members Go on Pension Ballard Browning Looks to Retirement -'v;P®p-- V.:.'-" ; -sVV:- •jr-'yC' . •;' "• '• . , ',;?-Y-"'' •' V-".' --S-'ky::' •'tf- r-^/ 7:'." -> ^M • , r' '•'' '• The union announced the retire­ ment of 12 seafarers who will join the ranks of SIU pensioners this month. The new retirees are: Ballard Brown­ ing, J.W. Allen, John Duda, Horace Hunt, Ted Thomas, Carmen J. Thompson, Billy J. Walker, Joseph E. Catherman, Willie Gunnerson, Lurcy Joseph Primeaux, James H. Walton and Robert J. Rodziczak. One of the new pensioners, Bal­ lard Browning, personally came to the union's headquarters to submit his retirement application. Ballard Browning, who began his seafaring career 46 years ago as an OS aboard the SS Noon Day (Water­ man), sailed the Hog Islanders, the Liberty ships and the LNG tankers. His most recent vessel was the Over­ seas Ohio, sailing from the Gulf to Panama; That was in June 1989. There have been many changes in working conditions for seafarers since Browning started sailing out of the SIU union hall at 51 Beaver Street in Brooklyn. "I can remember when there was no vacation plan," he said, "and when you had to wash clothes out on the hatch with a scrub brush." Ballard, who lives in Mountain View, AR, shipped from the port of Houston, TX. Ballard joined the SIU in 1944 and got his first bosun's job in 1949 at the age of 22. He made five crossings in the North Atlantic and Pacific during World War II and spent two years in the Army during the Korean War. He assisted the union in the late '60s, dredging the creek at what was to become the training facilities at Piney Point. He also served on the Calmar shoregang in Baltimore from 1966 to 1970. Joining Browning in the ranks of SIU pensioners are II other SIU members: six from the deep sea division, four from the inland and one from the Great Lakes. Two of the pensioners-Carmen J. Thompson and Joseph Cathermansailed in more than one division during their SIU careers. Boatman Willie Gunnerson holds the distinc­ tion of being the oldest member of the group to retire. He will be 67 in Jime. Further details on the new pensioners follow: • DEEP SEA J.W. ALLEN Jf. J. W. Allen, 63, received his book in September 1958 in the port of New York. After serving in both the Army and Navy from 1948 to 1951, the Tennessee native started shipping out on Cities Service tankers. The deck department veteran upgraded to recertified bosun in 1974. Brother Allen lives in Gold Bar, WA. ;"• 1 • • served in the Army from 1954 to 1956. Brother Walker also is a member of District 2 MEBA. He lives in Columbia, TN. LURCY JOSEPH PRIMEAUX Lurcy Joseph Primeaux, 58, joined the SIU in August 1964 in Port Arthur, TX. The Louisiana native served in the Army from 1953 to 1955. Boatman Primeaux worked as a captain on tugboats. He calls Vinton, LA home. INLAND While at headquarters recently, Ballard Browning (right) met with Executive Vice President Joseph Saccd. JOHN DUDA John Duda, 64, joined the SIU in February I96I in the port of San Francisco. Bom in New Haven, Ct, Brother Duda served in the Navy from 1943 to 1945. He was a member of the Sailors Union of the Pacific during the 1950s before transferring his black gang membership to the SIU. He calls Brooklyn, NY home. JOSEPH E. CATHERMAN Joseph E. Catherman, 59, joned the union in August 1973 in the port of Philadelphia. He served in the Army from 1951 to 1954. The deck department veteran also sailed in the deep sea division. Boatman Catherman still lives in his native Philadelphia. i\ :'.v^ •-.-.-••'•'ft/'. JAMES H. WALTON James H. Walton, 62, joined the SIU in June 1961 in his native Philadelphia. He worked in the deck department. Boatman Walton still calls Philadelphia home. WILLIE GUNNERSON Willie Gunnerson, 66, received his book in August 1974 in the port of Mobile, AL. He served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Boatman Gunnerson sailed on Radcliff Materials vessels. He continues to reside in his native Mobile. I'.'l.. ' : j" •- • ••i. GREATLAKES ROBERT J. RODZICZAK Robert J. Rodziczak, 55, joined the SIU in October 1961 in his native Milwaukee, WI. He started working in the deck department on tugboats in 1956. Brother Rodziczak still lives in Milwaukee. - •'y 1 HORACE HUNT Horace Hunt, 63, joined the SIU in June 1945 in the port of Norfolk, VA. The North Carolina native had his deck department career intermpted by a stint in the Army from 1948 to 1951. He upgraded to recertified bosun in 1975. Brother Hunt resides in Houston, TX. SPAD t-shiits FRONT The SIU has created a new t-shirt design which is available to all our members on a first-come, firstserved basis. TED THOMAS Ted Thomas, 65, joined the SIU in July 1963 in the port of Houston. The deck department member was bora in Poland. Brother Thomas lives in Naka Ku, Yokahama, Japan. CARMEN J. THOMPSON Carmen J. Thompson, 65, started his SIU career in the Great Lakes division. He joined the SIU in June 1957 in the port of Cleveland. Brother Thompson was bora in Tennessee, but calls Newton, NC home. '.I, ' BACK ' The shirts feature the SIU logo in full color on the front and "Politics is Porkchops" in blue on the back. They are American-made. Please fill out the application below and mail it to; Joseph DiGiorgio, Secretary-Treasurer Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 [ Please send the new SIU t-shirt to: • I NAME ADDRESS. CITY, STATE, ZIP. BH^LY J. WALKER Billy J. Walker, 62, started sailing with the SIU in 1945 and received his book in 1947. Born in Lawrenceburg, TN, the engine department veteran . :f.a| SOCIAL SECURITY # .BOOK#. PHONE T-SHIRT SIZE (circle one) RATING. S M L XL v9o\ B-:- ••'--I •'"•. �•,:.v •yyyV;'- FEBRUARY 1990 ^V r I V. "5 ,B='^V^»^_5^v "XVsy ji-. Dispatchers* Report for Deep Sea JANUARY 1-31, 1990 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port 2 Tot^s Seahrers IntematioMl HEADQUARTERS 520! Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301)899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Glair River Dr. Aigonac, MI 48001 f (313) 794-4988 '//? '.m BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 <•< ' Li (301) 327-4900 -D -J 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth. MN 55802 4218) 722-4110 HONOLULU; : 636 Cooke St. Honolulu, HI 96813 L I (808) 523-5434 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 • ">y" - 4 • 1 ^ JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 rV i- : (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY ; - • 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 ' ' ;; y (201),435-9424i • ^; TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Trip All Groups Reliefs Class A Class B Class C Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 4 4-- 278 ''83 Port 452 125 ENGINE DEPARTMENT .... . . 1 5- > * ..vv 0 ^ Norfolk Mobile New Orleans •X-, : MOBILE ;., . 12 ^ San Franci (^ilming^ Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu fHoustc^ iy Poin Totals M 3-3 2 y 36 12 .'' , 1 181 71 43 119 49 30 24 6; 'j ' A, ' 258 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 14 2 0 I / JZ-:;: 0 0 1 0 0 I •... 1 Llll. 7 Port a New York ^-Philadelphia " • iiiiQr& Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco 1 1 _5 ,7 , ,3 . 3 4 21 Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston^ St. Louis Piney Point Totals »• «*:.»Mi 7 12 14 |18L--. 80 34 8 10 3 1 2 3 3 1 4 -V< 1 J u" 3' 1 7 0 39 2 0 34 57 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Port New Yor Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington a;Kf| Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals : •• 26'-";":~:32a:x^a •'.aM li 1 0 0 0 7 4 22 0 0 0 0 ^ 45 •. 13 25 14 3 -; 5 -. P: , 68 0 0 0 I 0 184 15 16 19 18" 23 12 J9 55 0 23 246 8 8 16 25 I 6 2 1 169 •1 { fey;.-, i/ ;• • -; •. '•• Wmm 1'-' / f QQ f 2 i 271 744 410 390 525 286 259 1,169 549 438 Totals AU Departments 142 Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of January was up from the month of December. A total of 1,212 jobs were shipped On SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,212 jobs shipped, 525 jobs or about 43 percent were taken by *'A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B*' and seniority people. A total of 142 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 11,428 jobs have been shipped. ;f ;.«i 1 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 -' (205)478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508)997-5404 NEWORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. . L? New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK S .4 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718)499-6606 L;';r;;,NORFOLK.. 115 Third St. y Norfolk, VA 23510 (804)622-1892 '•/' PHILADELPHIA ' L< 2604 S. 4 St. FhUadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT g St. Mary's County Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809) 721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 x (206) 441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213) 549-4000 • •. iir' (WneciSMB PBO^ 00/27.' -Ur.:.. i® • •LIrl®' .'1 �W'%-r' • V'-V-' [• ;• ^ •• • • • • ' •• •' .. /• ••-''3 ',•• • • ^;333^:k33 ;:33;fy;"53 ;33,^ StAFARERS LOG 14 r •' •'• • "•, ••. '.-• -: ' ••'•;• !i" I '(jfl ' 'i. .'-'- ^ V' i'r- l^;'. \ '/ [: :3V.'. r ?|; • •-'it • :r 5|." •TOTAL REGISTERED Ail Groups Class A Class B Class C " 'ij- ^ New Orleans ^Tuesday, M;arch 13 •. Mobile Wednesday, March 14 San Francisco Thursday, March 15 Wilmington 3 Monday, March 19 Seattle 3®I8I Friday, March 23 San Juan 3Thursday, March 8 ;/:-3.3-\' St.'Lo«is •' Friday, Inarch 16 Honolulu 3 Friday, March 16; 3 Duluth Wednesday, March 14 Jersey Cify Wednesday, Maith 21 New Bedford Tuesday , March 20 l(m Personals 3;5-3''tr3ft:iK; JANUARY 1-31, 1990 Piney Point Monday, March 5 New York Tuesday, March 6 PhOadeipiiia Wednesday, March 7 Baltimore Thursday, March 8 Norfolk Thuraday , March 8 Jacksonville Thursday, March 8 Algonac |p|||3r ;;,;Friday, March 9 Houston ^ . Monday, March 12 ,3 3!e5l'^3'73" Dispatchers* Report for Inland Waters AfanrA Mmberdiip Meefa^S Deep Sea, lakes, liriand Waten 3:: TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Port. New York Philadelphia ; jwBaltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco aWilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac St, Louis I lilipeYWql Totals , 'I 23 49 35 20 14 109 154 59 90 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port New York Philadelphia £ Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisccl Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac St. Louis iFineyj Totals 7 "«S4'S';!%S3 o, STEWARD DEPARTMENT Port iNew York iPhUadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Ijacksonville San Francisco i:'3'vi-'O •'••3 RAYDAILEY Please contact Kelly Scott as soon possible. Call collect at (503) 429-0570. JEROME HACKER Please contact Andy Hacker at 3014 Pine Gully; Houston, TX 77017. ARTHUR N. BUTLER Please contact Pat Strickland at 120 East Randell Court; Gretna, LA 70053. FRffiNDSOF GEORGE COSTANGO George Costango would like to hear from his friends. He will be on the beach for some time and cannot accept telephone calls. His address is Room 5220, Christiana Hospiteil; P.O. Box 6001; Newark, DE 19718. CHARLES O. FAmCLOTH Please contact your stepdaugh­ ter, Melinda Christie Thornton, P.O. Box 354, Ridgeland, MS 39158. PATRICK McMAHON Please contact Mrs. Harris re­ garding an important business matter. Totals Totals All Dqaartmoits 98 48 43 28 17 113 246 115 108 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Dispatcheis* Report for Great Lakes CL-Company/Lakes l^Lakes NP—Hon Priority JANUARY 1-31, 1990 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP TOTAL SHIPPED Port All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT Port ENGINE DEPARTMENT ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP 13 Port STEWARD DEPARTMENT Port ENTRY DEPARTMENT Totals Ail Departmoits 0 96 10 0 0 0 0 93 26 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually re^stered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. �; . ••-i 1.4'....:., - '••• . . . , ' ;.V'• .4" -• •' -' -4' r''•. HBKMRY1990 i . s ^ ; i'l Digest of Sfiips Meeliiipl The foHowin§ shlpi miaates an just a,sampling of Ihe many meeting nperts the SlU neelves each menth from Its ships arouml the worU. Ships minutes an nvlemed hy the nnlen's eentnet department. These Issues requiring attention or reselutlen an addressed hy the union upon receipt of the ships minutes. ii 'f?;l SEA-LAND ATLANTIC (Sea-Land Service), November 19 ~ Chairman W. C. Byrd, Secretary Jose Rivera, Educational Director Michael Derringe, Deck Delegate James Higgins, Steward Delegate Coy R. Hendricks. Chairman aimounced ship would pay off upon arrival in Houston. Treasurer reported no money in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Members asked union to consider raising pensions to equal level of social security. Steward department thanked for job well done. Deck department thanked for keep­ ing mess room clean. Next ports: Charles­ ton, SC, Port Everglades, FL and Houston, TX. SEA-LAND TINDER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), November 9 — Chairman A. J. Palino, Secretary L. Rene, Educational Director M. L., Mefferd. Chairman noted vessel will ar­ rive late in Long Beach, CA. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reminded to dump coffee cups in trash after use. AMERICAN CORMORANT (?acmc Gulf Marine), December 3 ~ Chairman Charles H. Davis, Secretary Susanne Cake, Educational Director Robert Tuller, £)eck Delegate Jon Patrick Dillon. Chairman dis­ tributed copies of SIU constitution to each department delegate and urged them to read it and know their rights. Treasurer an­ nounced $20 in ship's fund and $75 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for fan­ tastic Thanksgiving dinner. 4ur'.^ ':-' CAROLINA (Puerto Rico Marine), Elecember 10 ~ Chairman Stanley Krawczynski, Secretary John Samuels, Educational Director D. Able. Chairman said payoff would take place upon arrival at Elizabeth, NJ. He told crewmembers to sign list noting if they wanted their pay in cash or check. Deck delegate reported dis­ puted OT. Engine and steward delegates had no beefs or disputed OT. Crew asked contract department to review raising the pension and lowering early normal pension retirement level from 20 to 15 years. Next port: Elizabeth, NJ. CHARLESTON (Apex Marine), December 29 — Chairman Jessie Thomas, Secretary Edward Haber, Educational Director P. Capola. Chairman said he was working on a repair list. Secretary noted deep fat fryer was not working properly and could create a fire hazard if spill should occur while using stove. Educational director urged Looking forward to the Liberty Wave's run to Poland are (i. to r.) Steward Paul Stubbiefieid, Bosun Ben Veiner, QMED Mike Langenbacb and Steward Assistant Frederick Saffo. members to support SPAD and upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Galley gang thanked for excellent meals, good service and clean ship. Next ports: Groton, CT and St. Croix, USVI. HUMACAO (Puerto Rico Marine), December 17 ~ Chairman P. Flores, Secretary Cassle B. Carter Jr., Educational Director Kenneth F. Linah, Deck Delegate , Peter Orischak, Engine Delegate H. Vaz­ quez, Steward Delegate M. Robles. Chair­ man relayed message to crew from Angel Hernandez, San Juan port representative, regarding problem when ship docks in port. He said vessel would pay off, in Elizabeth, NJ. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Members asked contact department to evaluate increase in daily sickness and acci­ dent benefits. Crew thanked for keeping mess hall and crew lounge clean. Steward department thanked for fine job. ITB PHILADELPHIA (Apex Marine), December 31 - Chairman V. T. Nielsen, Secretary G. C. Bamman, Educa­ tional Director T. Herbert, Deck Delegate! P. Lopez, Engine Delegate K. Wiltshire, Steward Delegate H. Johnson. Chairman said ship would pay off in New York on January 2. Treasurer aimounced $111 in fund to buy videos for ship's library. No beefs or disputed OT reported. All three departments thanked for jobs well done. Next port: New York. - I r.^V "j 4- Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $512 in ship's fund and $40 in communica­ tions fimd. No beefs or disputed OT. Crew wished all SIU members and officials a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Crew asked if company can provide more sports equipment. Crew reminded not to slam doors and play radios too loud. Crew wants to know why all ports have bus ser­ vice except Osaka, Japan. Steward depart­ ment thanked for job well done especially after vessel left shipyard. Next port: Tobata, Japan. MAYAGUEZ (Puerto Rico Marine), December 31 ~ Chairman Donald Wagner, Secretary J. Ross, Educational Director E. Frederickson, Deck Delegate A. Camacho, Engine Delegate C. Allen, Steward Delegate F. Maldonado. Chairmm said ship would layup in Jacksonville, FL on January 2. He said vessel should reactivate in near future. Secretary urged trip and vacation relief system be improved as mem­ bers believed those who take jobs should be required to fulfill time period. He noted steward department should be able to call for day reliefs in San Juan and Jacksonville. He also thanked members for returning used linen and leaving quarters clean. Educational director urged members to donate to SPAD and Maritime Defense League. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked Steward kose "Pepe" Ross and Chief Cook Steve Venus for best of two cultures at Christinas with whole roasted pig cooked Puerto Rican style and tradition­ al holiday feast while in New Orleans. Next port: Jacksonville, FL. MOKU PAHU (Pacific Gulf Marine), December 14 ~ Chairman Pete Loik, Secretary John Pratt. Chairman advised members to upgrade at Piney Point as Lun­ deberg School has very good new classes. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Stewed department thanked for good cookouts and Thanksgiving dinner. Next port: Honolulu, HI. -f- -tr---' p^ ' /5 bers vessel is running between Florida and Texas City, TX. He, along with secretary, wished all in SIU a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. No beefs or disputed OT. Crew asked contract department to review a pension raise when contract expires. Crew noted ice machine and aft wench need repairs. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port: Texas City, TX. OMI DYNACHEM (OMI Corp.), December 10 ~ Chairman Richard K. Wardlaw, Secretary Don Collins, Education­ al Director Candido Castro. Chairman noted fine ship and good crew. He urg^ members to read once again obligation and pledge in front page of union books. He an­ nounced regular bosun would return when ship docks in Long Beach. Repair list being made up. Secretary urged members to read Seafarers LOG, especially President Michael Sacco's column. He reminded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $172 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked Houston union officials for way quick crewing of vessel was handled. Special •'•'I,:. • r^' .v'' The OMI Leader was in Beaumont, TX recently, loading up with fuel oil for the East Coast. Pictured above are L.M. Baker, AB (left), and Bosun Richard Darville. f'l-: PEC JAMES ANDERSON JR. (Maersk Lines), December 8 ~ Chairman Paul Harper, Secretary John Hanrahan, Educational Director Ben O. Conway, Deck Delegate Ron Huyett. Chairman said situa­ tion conceming restriction to ship in Thailand still unresolved. He stressed safety aboard ship and members should upgrade at Lundeberg School. He reminded crew to take courses required by Navy and MSC before returning to vessel. He aimounced repair list was posted on chief mate's door. Treasurer stated $150 in ship's fund. Deck delegate asked if day's pay begins when member starts his flight to ship from the U.S. or when he boards Air Force jet at Maguiie Air Force Base. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Shipping rules booklet received and being offered to crew for read­ ing. Members reminded to bring pay vouchers and discharges to union halls to file for monies owed from 1988. Crew asked to help keep ship clean and to return tapes to library so all members can use them. Next port: Diego Garcia. LAWRENCE H. GIANELLA (Ocean Ships, Inc.), December 24 — Chair­ man Pete Hulsebosch, Secret^ Martin Josephson, Educational Director Howard Daniels, Deck Delegate James Henry, En­ gine Elelegate Ernest Lacunza, Steward Delegate Vincent Ortiz. Chairman said ves­ sel would pay off in Sasebo, Japan on December 25. Treasurer noted $308 in ship's fund. Engine delegate reported dis­ puted OT with pumpman. No beefs or dis­ puted OT from deck and steward delegates. Crew sent best wishes for speedy recovery to chief cook who had to leave because of illness. Next port: Sasebo, Japan. LNG LEO (ETC), December 24 - Chair­ man F. A. Pehler, Secretary. H. Jones Jr., Secretary Tom Curtis, Deck Delegate Lee White, Engine Delegate David Terry, Steward Delegate Dana Cunningham. Chairman reminded crew to upgrade at Piney Point and donate to SPAD. He said repair list has been sought. Educational director also emphasized need to attend If-^ Reading copies of the latest Seafarers LOG are members of the OMI Leader's steward depart­ ment. From the left are Steward Assistant S.A. Martinez, Chief Cook W.G. Trice, Steward Tony Roberts and Steward Assistant E.L. Burnett. NEDLLOYD HOLLAND (Sea-Land Service), December 17 ~ Chairman Carl James, Secretary E. Vazquez, Deck Delegate Nicolos Lomas, Engine Delegate Manuel Rodriguez, Steward Delegate Spen­ cer Ryan. Chairman told crew they should present ideas for better living conditions to headquarters or in ship's minutes. Secretary said all miming smoothly. He thanked QMED Manuel Rodriguez for building safety rack for coffee pot. Treasurer reported $70 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Steward department thanked for job well done. Deck depart­ ment thanked for work by bosun. NEDLLOYD HUDSON (Sea-Land Service), Dceember 10 ~ Chairman John Neff, Secretary R. G. Connelly, Educational Director Mike Overgaard. Chairman dis­ cussed dmg testing and alcohol regulations. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT in engine and steward departments. Members asked contract department to make Martin Luther King Day a union holiday. Steward department thanked for good job and keeping imess hall clean. OMI CHARGER (OMI Corp.), Decem­ ber 24 - Chairman F. R. Schwarz, Secretary Neville N. Johnson, Educational Director Wiley L. Yarbeir. Chairman reminded mem- vote of thanks given to steward department. Crew wished all SIU brothers and sisters a happy and safe holiday. Next port: Los An­ geles, CA. OVERSEAS HARRIETTE (Maritime Overseas), December 9 - Chair­ man Ray E. Todd, Secretary Vincent Sanchez Jr. Chairman reminded members foreign tools may not meet American safety standards and could cause accidents. He an­ nounced ship is scheduled to layup upon ar­ rival in Fort Arthur, TX on December 13. Disputed OT reported by deck and engine delegates. Steward delegate reported no beefs or disputed OT. Crew asked union to check into mail delivery while ship is on voyage. Steward department thanked for good food and service. Next port: Port Ar­ thur, TX. OVERSEAS JOYCE (Maritime Over­ time), December 26 — Chairman Richard Bradford, Secretary Steven R. Hamilton, Educational Director O. Fariami. Chairman J reported payoff in Jacksonville, FL on ' December 31. Secretary thanked crew for keeping ship clean. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading at Finev Point He said SOLAS videotape covering ship's emergency procedures available for viewing by crew. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew received Seafarers LOG Continued on pt^e 16 V'' ' • >{•.' - i' • . •-/ 14:'-'^ �SOFARERS LOG 16 iiigs^ Members reminded to return movies to storage area. Continued from page 15 ''"• T' ^ .- -.' ''r. '• '• '•/!".' i''. •»-•*:- •;. and new shipping rules when in port in Japan. Ship delayed in passing through Panama Canal from December 19 to 27 be­ cause of U.S. military action in region. Crew thanked stewaio department for excellent food throughout trip, especially Thanksgiv­ ing and Christmas. Next port; Jacksonville, FL. t' '>''^^4&:!)' : •••;,• V •• -••-, :V;.^ SEA-LAND ACHIEVER (Sea-Land Service), December 3 -r Chairman Carlton Hall, Secretary R. G. Griswold, Educational Director C. M. Devonish, Deck Delegate Mike Delaney, Engine Delegate Clayton Everett, Steward Delegate Tom McNellis. Chairman reported continuing problerti with stack gas entering bridge and rest of house. He said vents still are discharging particulates. Educational director urged members to attend Lundeberg School. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. Deck and engine delegates reported no beefs or disputed OT. Deck and engine departments thanked for cleaning up after themselves. Next port; Elizabeth, NJ. SEA-LAND ' , Bosun John R. Neff aboard Sea-Land's Nedlloyd Hudson. OVERSEAS PHILADELPHIA (Maritime Overseas), December 3 — Chair­ man K. C. McGregor, Secretary W. Lau, Educational Director M. Beck, Deck Delegate J. McLean, Engine Delegate Jack Singletary, Steward Delegate Roderick Brite. Chairman asked crew for patience and cooperation as ship just left yard and many things need to be adjusted. All hands asked to clean vessel inside and out. He said he was making a list of items needmg to be corrected and repaired. Secretary requested crew give galley gang a few days to get things operating smoothly. Educational director urged members to use one washing machine for work clothes and one for shore clothes. No beefs or disputed OT given. DEVELOPER (.SeB.- Land Service), December 15 - Chairman P. Gallagher, Secretary L. Lightfoot, Educa­ tional Director L. Bryant. Chairman reminded crew to clean room before leaving vessel. Secretary thanked Bosun P. Gal­ lagher and AB T. Waagsbo for helping steward department keep crew lounge ship­ shape. Educational director urged members to support SPAD for providing seamen with a strong voice on Capitol Hill. Engine delegates reported beef regarding room buzzers being used to wake up chief electrician and QMED during off-duty hours. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew received new shipping rules booklet. Crew asked union to look into increase in retirement benefits. Steward department thanked for food service and cleanliness of vessel. Next port; Tacoma, WA. SEA-LAND EXPRESS (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), December 23 ~ Chairman J. M. Ard, Secretary J. Zurick, Educational Director Amos Jasamillo. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $300 in movie fund. He thanked Carl Lipkin for help col­ lecting fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Seafarers LOG received in Tacoma, WA. Bosun and steward thanked crew for keeping ship clean. Steward depart­ ment thanked for fine job. SEA-LAND KODIAK (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), December 20 ~ Chairman J. Glenn, Secretary M. Morgan, Educational Director L. Brown, Deck Delegate J. Dunn. Chair, man said ship would pay off in Seattle on December 22, then lay up until January 12. Secretary reminded members to put linen in bag on their deck when leaving. Educational director advised members drug testing in ef­ fect. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No disputed OT or beefs given by engine and steward delegates. Crew asked contract department to look into allowing sick leave for members so they could retain jobs when they are better. Steward department thanked for job well done. SEA-LAND PACER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), December 11 — Chairman Ubie E. Nolan, Secretary Ceasar F. Blanco, Educa­ tional Director James Roberts, Deck Delegate J. Pegg, Engine Delegate P. Lynch, Steward Delegate John Collins. Chairman said ship while in Philippines picked up several American citizens be­ cause of recent coup attempt and took them to Hong Kong. As soon as passengers dis­ embarked, vessel proceeded to Kaohsiung, Japan on regular schedule. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew lounge coffee maker needs replacing. Members thanked for keeping crew lounge neat and clean. Steward department thanked for well balanced meals. SEA-LAND TACOMA (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), December 16 - Chairman Ray J, Ramirez, Secretary D. Boone, Educational Director C. Piper. Chairman aimoimced ship would pay off in Tacoma, WA on December 17. Secretary said he had applica­ tions for those wanting to upgrade at Lun­ deberg School. Educational director noted company placed several safety videotapes on tward to help crew learn more about Another fine meal by the Nedlloyd Hudson's chief steward, Ray Connolly. AB Michael Fell and QEP H. Bergeron enjoy a meal aboard the Nedlloyd Hudson. ship. No beefs or disputed OT given. All hands thanked for keeping crew lounge clean. Vote of thanks given to great galley gang. Next port; Tacoma, WA. SEA-LAND VOYAGER (Sea-Land Service), Chairman J. C. Dillon, Secretary C. Gibson, Educational Director R. Risbeck. Chairman thanked crew for making voyage a good one. He reminded members to upgrade at Piney Point and donate to SPi^. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked company if they could telex extra monies earned at regular intervals. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port; Tacoma, WA. Know Your Rights •, ^'% ^1="' yi : ' FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Account­ ants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their hndings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate find­ ings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agree­ ments. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally . consist of Union and management represen­ tatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the employers. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is; i ' Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. c ^ CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard your ship or boat. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to pro­ tect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE LOG. The LOG has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or mem­ ber. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established pol­ icy has been reaffirmed by membership ac­ tion at the September, I960, meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may del­ egate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union head­ quarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLI­ GATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately no­ tify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guar­ anteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no mem­ ber may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geo­ graphic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquar­ ters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DO­ NATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate seg­ regated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime vvorkers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employ­ ment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union con­ cepts. In connection with such objects. SPAD supports and contributes to political candi­ dates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be so­ licited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of mem­ bership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, notify the Seafar­ ers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if invol­ untary. Support SPAD to protect and further your economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that be has been denied bis constitutional right of access to Union records or information, be should inunediately notify SIU President Mi­ chael Sacco at Headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way and Britannia Way, Prince Georges County, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. NOTICES Monies Due to 12 Members Can Be Found at SIU Hall Company checks are in the port of Jacksonville for the following members. Please send a letter with a return address and a photostatic copy of your merchant marine doc­ uments to George Ripoll at the Jacksonville hall, 3315 Liberty Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206. ALLAN B. CAMPBELL SILAS M. McGOWAN PORTFITIO T. MALDONADO WILLIAM C. STEELE THOMAS E. DAVIS RICARDO G. ELLIS ELVERT M. WELCH CLAUDE N. JOHNSON JAMES F. BRACK EDWARD L. HAYNIE HARRY A. SMITH JUAN MELENDEZ �FiBRUMtY 1990 -y.'«i.x.;->!f^''CT nnal Depaftiinii .ife.......- • • •!> • DEEP SEA JOHN S. BURKE John S. Burke, 67, passed away November 3, 1989. He joined the SIU in May 1942 in his native Mobile, AL. The galley member upgraded to recertified steward in 1979. Brother Burke retired in May 1987. GEORGE S. CHANCE George S. Chance, 81, died November 7, 1989. He joined the SIU in March 1951 in the port of Savannah, OA. Brother Chance sailed in the deck department. Among the ships he sailed on were those operated by Bull Lines and South Atlantic Steamship. The Jackson, SC native began receiving his pension in August 1973. ROBERT DEARIE Robert Dearie, 58, passed away November 1, 1989. He joined the SIU in September 1969 in his native New Orleans. After serving in the Navy from 1947 to 1951, Brother ; Dearie started his black gang career on Isthmian Lines vessels. He was an active member at the time of his death. JOSEPH R. HALES Joseph H^es, 66, died October 1, 1989. The Utah native Joined the SIU in March 1%9 in the port of Seattle. Brother Hales sailed Isthmian when he started his engine department career and later on SeaLand vessels. JOSEPH W. KISTEN Joseph Kisten, 62, passed away Decem­ ber 11, 1989 at his home in Keyes, CA. Bom in Worcester, MA, he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. The deck department veteran joined the union in June 1953 in the port of New York. He upgraded to an able seaman rating at the Lundeberg School in 1968. Brother Kisten was an active member when he died. His remains were scattered in the Pacific Ocean, to- ;•'- -•wjv'jaMKsUiii'wimffca DAVID E. KYDD FELIPE MARTINEZ EDGAR NELSON David Kydd, 64, died Decem­ ber 19, 1989. He was bom in Soo Chow, China and served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1946. Brother Kydd graduated from the Andrew Fumseth Training School in New York in 1960. He sailed in the deck depa:rtment before retiring in September 1986. He is survived by his wife, Lyla. Felipe Martinez, 75, passed away November 29, 1989. The Puerto Rican native joined the SIU in March 1959 in the port of New York. He sailed in the steward department until retiring in November 1979. He is survived by his wife. Carmen. Edgar Nelson, 64, passed away December 25, 1989. When the New York native started his SIU career in November 1943, he sailed in the deck department. In 1973, he switched to the engine department where he stayed until he retired in July 1980. He served in the Army from 1951 to 1953. VINCENT McCLOSKEY JOHN O'DEA Vincent McCloskey, 63, died Diecember 29, 1989. Bom in Londonderry, Ireland, Brother McCloskey became a member in April 1946 in the port of Mobile, AL. His deck department career was intermpted by a tour in the Army from 1951 to 1953. He began drawing his pension in July 1988. John O'Dea, 68, died January 2. The Pennsyl­ vania na­ tive joined the union in November 1946 in the port of New York. Brother O'Dea retired in August 1978 after a career in the deck department. FRANK LAMBERT! Frank Lamberti, 82, passed away December 20, 1989. After serving in the Navy from 1927 to 1930, Brother Lamberti joined the SIU in December 1949 in his native New York. The deck department veteran retired in May 1976. His wife, Mary, survives him. HENRY LANIER Henry Lanier, 62, died November 24, 1989. The Georgia native joined the SIU in December 1942 in the port of Baltimore. He retired in October 1978 after working in the deck department. RONALD A. LAWRENCE Ronald A. Lawpassed away Novem­ ber 5, 1989. A native of Calgary, Canada, Brother Lawrence served in the U.S. Coast Guard in 1947. He joined the SIU in October 1965 in the port of San Francisco and worked in the deck department. Some of his early jobs were on Calmar Line ships. He was an active member at the time of his death. ALEXANDER LENIER Alexander Lenier, 85, died September 4, 1989. He was bom in Estonia. Brother Lenier started his deck department career when he joined the SIU in June 1943 in the port of New Yoric. He retired in September 1968. HAROLD L. MOORE Harold Moore, 62, passed away October 21, 1989. A native of Florida, he joined the SIU in December 1944 in the port of New York. Brother Moore served in the Air Force from 1946 to 1950, then resumed sailing in the black gang on SIUcontracted vessels. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1974 and 1977 before retiring in 1978. RALPH T. MOORE Ralph Moore, 68, died January 11. The Bostonbom member served in the Coast Guard from 1939 to 1944. Brother Moore joined the SIU in March 1952 in the port of Seattle, WA. He worked in the deck department until he started to receive his pension in November 1987. HAROLD D. SMITH Harold Smith, 68, died August 21, 1989. He was bom in Cedar Rapid, lA and served in the Navy from 1938 to 1945. He became an SIU member in August 1%7 in the port of San Francisco and sailed in the black gang. Brother Smith retired in October 1985. He is survived by his wife, Gladys. AWAT B. SULAIMAN Awat B. Sulaiman, 71, passed away November 23, 1989. The engine depart­ ment veteran was bom in Singapore. He served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Brother Sulaiman joined the SIU in 1%1 in the port of Philadelphia mid upgraded in 1975 at the Lundeberg School. He retired in October 1984. His wife, Agnes, survives him. THEODORE VELIOTIS Theo­ dore N. Veliotis, 63, died during September 1989. The Greek native became a member in August 1968 in the port of New Yoric. He sailed in the deck department on Panoceanic Tankers and Alcoa vessels early in his career. Later he sailed on Sea-Land ships. Brother Veliotis started drawing his pension in October 1981. He is survived by his wife, Anastasia. IRA WILLOUGHBY Ira Willoughby, 78, passed away December 22, 1989. He joined the union in August 1942 in his native Baltimore. Brother Willoughby served in the steward department until he retired in December 1%7. He is survived by his wife, Theresa. ' "A - A i .? WILLIAM W. WORTHINGTON William W. Worthington, 76, died November 22, 1989. After serving in the Navy from 1943 to 1945, the Yuma, AZ native joined the SIU in May 1955 in the port of San Francisco and sailed on Waterman vessels. He wrapped up his deck department career in October 1972. A-t. INLAND ELMER BINGHAM Elmer Bingham, 66, died October 28, 1989. TTie New York native joined the union in 1974 in the port of Norfolk, VA. Boatman Bingham worked as a cook for Interstate Oil before retiring in November 1986. JOHN BLANCHFIELD John Blanchfield, 86, passed away December 4, 1989. A native of Maryland, he became a member in June 1957 in the port of Baltimore. He served as an IBU organizer and official from 1959 to 1966. Before retiring in February 1968, Boatman Blanchfield sailed in the engine department. He is survived by his wife, Glenva. ROBERT DAVIS Robert Davis, 65, died Sep­ tember 26, 1989. Bom in Contuuud OH page 18 •1 . •, i • �-.ttr .'vtwik' "r '. --V •"ii'r" SUFARERSLOG 18 Uiwr mM,- I*' ' Continued from page 17 Graysville, AL, he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1945. Boatman Davis joined the SIU in December 1957 in the port of Houston. He sailed as a captain on tugs operated by Sabine and Crowley Towing. He attended the 1977 Gulf/ Inland Educational Conference at Piney Point before retiring in June 1984. :.';:,''-T;r- WmwA ; V •- ->• cB ;vXi::_-;» vr.: •, ?.•'*«'• V'isi^ i'l* • -t-; • :ii ;-.j ANTHONY H. GENTTLE Anthony H. Gentile, 68, died November 22, 1989. He became a union member in March 1957 in his native Baltimore. He worked as a captain on Baker Whiteley and Curtis Bay tugboats. Boatman Gentile attended the 1978 Atlantic/Inland Educational Conference at Piney Point. He started collecting his pension in September 1979. MS0Mi:. i •E" Philadelphia started his SIU career in the deep sea division in April 1968, but acquired his inland book in August 1973. Boatman Hamilton worked in the deck department on Interstate Ocean Transportation vessels. He attended the 1978 Inland Educational Conference at Piney Point. His wife, Edna, survives him. BEVERLY M. O'NEAL Beverly M. O'Neal, 63, died November 9, 1989. He was bom in Hatteras, NC and served in the Navy from 1944 to 1947. Boatman O'Ne^ joined the union in Febmary 1%1 in the port of Norfolk, VA. He sailed as a mate on Curtis Bay and McAllister Towing vessels. He volunteered for many union activities. He attended the 1978 Atlantic/Inland Educational Conference at Piney Point. He started receiving his pension in January 1988. EASTON SIMON SEYMOUR HAMPTON Sey­ mour Hamil­ ton, 73, passed away December 21, 1989. He served in the Naval Reserves from 1947 to 1955. The native of Easton Simon, 72, V passed away December 22, 1989. A native of Vermillian Parrish, LA, he became a member in July 1963 in Port Arthur, TX. Boatman Qemini Rescue Continued from page 3 the ladder by using the life ring. The other seaman grabbed the boat rope. As soon as the man on the ladder was safely on the gang­ way, the life ring was passed to the seaman holding the boat rope. But it quickly became clear that the man's leg was caught in a line securely tied to the log. Concerned the seas would carry the piece of wood too far aft and the seaman would not be able to hold the line. Captain Smith began to back the screw, allowing crewmembers to pull the man closer. OS Jeffrey Amendolia tended the line, while Third Mate Hainen took the bitter end of the line from the life ring and went down the ladder and into the water to hand the seaman on the log a knife. He cut himself free and Hainen pulled him up to the ladder, but his injuries prevented him from climbing it. The deck crew low­ ered the gangway closer to the water and Codispoti and Amen­ dolia grabbed the seaman. Taking advantage of a wave that sub­ merged the gangway platform, Codispoti and Amendolia were able to lift him up to the platform. i v:-- r? "• cCi*? -y >" ,1- - .V f • Simon sailed as a captain on Sabine Towing vessels before he retired in July 1980. He is survived by his wife, Marie. WILLIAM H. STUBBLEFIELD William H. Stubblefield, 64, died December 23, 1989. He served in the Navy from 1943 to 1945. Boatman Stubblefield joined the union in April 1975 in his native St. Louis. He worked as a cook and attended the 1977 Gulf/In­ land Educational Confer­ ence at Piney Point. He retired in February 1989. GREAT LAKES JEROME LYLE DAHLGREN Jerome Lyle Dahlgren, 57, died Novem­ ber 15, 1989. He served in the Army from 1946 to 1947. The Minnesota native joined the SIU in August 1988 in the port of Duluth, MN. Brother Dahlgren sailed in the deck department. WILLIAM R. ROACH William R. Roach, 89, passed away January 6. He became a union Man Sighted off Port Bow Around 1416 hours, Amendolia sighted a man in the water among the debris. The Gemini sailed to­ wards the seaman, but crewmembers could not recover the man on the first pass. As the Gemini was maneuvering to begin a second pass, the seaman was yanked out of visual contact by the waves. Close to an hour later. Chief Mate Friberg saw a body entan­ gled in a cargo net off the port bow. Fribeig, Bosun Hawkins, AB Brooks and other members of the deck gang caught the net with a grappling hook and brought the man aboard. The seaman was dead. The man sighted originally by Amendolia was seen again, this time several hundred yards off the Gemini's port beam. To clearly identify his location, a dye marker was dropped by an Air Force C130 search and rescue plane that had joined the rescue effort. With the man showing no signs of life and sharks spotted in the area. Captain Smith maneuvered the vessel so the body was close to the starboard side. The attempts of Gemini crewmembers to grab v MAMORN EKIMURA member in July 1%1 in his native Buffalo, NY. Brother Roach sailed in the deck department for Great Lakes Dredge and Docks. He started receiving his pension in June 1974. His wife, Beatrice, survives him. Mamorn Ekimura, 62, died while on leave in his native Honolulu, January 8, 1989. The Army veteran joined the MSTU in March 1%7. JAMES L. WALSH SIDNEY lODD James L. Walsh, 89, died December 6, 1989. He joined the SIU in August 1961 in the port of Sault Ste. Marie, MI. Brother Walsh sailed in the engine department. GOVERNMENT SERVICES DIVISION Sidney Kidd, 71, passed away in Washington on March 20, 1989. The able seaman joined the MSTU in December 1965. He retired in October 1976. ANGEL C. LUNA Angel C. Luna, 66, died March 4, 1989. The Philippine native joined the SIU in December 1983. He sailed in the steward department. DAROLD BLISS JOHN D. MOSS Darold Bliss, 72, passed away in Washington on June 28, 1989. The Nebraska native sailed as a yeoman until he retired in August 1979. John D. Moss, died March 24, 1989. He served in World War II and joined the MSTU in July 1970. He was employed as a machinist. FRED D. BOSLEY Fred D. Bosley, 79, died in his native Oregon on January 24, 1989. He joined the SIU's Military Sea Transport Union in March 1964. Brother Bosley sailed as a reefer engineer before retiring in April 1975. the body with a grappling hook were unsuccessful. Despite crash­ ing waves that repeatedly sub­ merged the platform. Third Mate Steven Sellars, OS Amendolia and OS Victor Honigsfeld descended the gangway with a boat hook to try to rescue the seaman. They were able to hook the man's cloth­ ing but it kept ripping, making it impossible to bring him up that way. This approach was aban­ doned because it became too dan­ gerous. Next, Cargo Engineer Tom Kilbride tried working with a run­ ning bowline as Captain Smith backed the screw and the body was recovered. This man also was dead. Two other men were rescued by the MV Plata, a vessel in the area that also heard distress call. Captain Smith had asked the MV Plata to keep a parallel course with the Gemini. When the ETC vessel was rescuing the two seamen on the log, the MV Plata recovered two other Kao Hwa III crewmem­ bers. After recovering the last two men, the Gemini resumed her voy­ age to Osaka, Japan with all of the Kao Hwa III crewmembers ac­ counted for and 18 survivors and two dead aboard. FRED SATURNINO Fred Satumino, 83, passed away in Arizona on October 2, 1989. Bom in the Philippines, he became an MSTU member in June 1971. He retired as a cook/baker in June 1976. SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN NOTICE COBRA: CmUnuBtion Health Coverage If you or your dependents lose your eligibility for health care coverage under the Rules and Regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, you and your dependents may be eligible to purchase, at a premium. Welfare coverage directly from the Flan. If you find that you have lost your eligibility for Plan coverage, you must notify the Plan office immediately to find out whether or not you or your dependents may elect to continue your benefits under this program. If you want more information concerning this program you can call ^ the membership services office. l-800^LAIMS-4 (1-800-252-4674) or write COBRA Program Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Maryland 20746 NOTE: A detailed article explaining this program appeared in the April 1989 issue of the LOG. �FEBRUARY 1990 19 1990 UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE M Pngmm An Gtand to Impnue Job Skills of SlU Hlemhors and to Pnmoto tbo Ammon lAaritime Industry March-May 1990 The following is the current course schedule for March-May 1990 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's needs. PLEASE NOTE: All members are required to take firefighting when attending the Lundeberg School. Deck Upgrading Courses Check-In Completion Date Date Aprii 2 May 11 May 28 July 6 Lifeboatman March 19 March 30 April 16 April 27 May 14 May 25 Simulator Shiphandling March 5 March 16 May 14 May 25 Radar Certification April 9 AprU 13 April 30 May 4 Celestial Navigation May 7 June 8 Tankerman April 16 April 27 Upon completion of course, the Sealift Operations & Maintenance course must be taken. Course Able Seaman '^•-* Steward Upgrading Courses Check-In Completion Course Date Date Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker All open-ended (contact admissions Chief Cook, Chief Steward office for starting date) All students in the Steward Program will have a two-week Sealift Famil­ iarization class at the end of their regular course. SHISS College Program Schedule for 1990 FULL 8-week Sessions March 19 through May 11 May 28 through July 20 '"••'; V' (Last) (City) March 19 March 23 April 30 May 4 May 14 May 18 Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Recerlification Programs Check-In Date March 26 May 28 Course Bosun Recertification Steward Recertification Completion Date May 7 July 2 No • No^ CPR: • Yes No • ^^—_ Primary Language Spoken Telephone. With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You must also submit a COPY of the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, as well as, a COPY of your clinic card. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule until this is received. Mo./Day/Year (Zip Code) (Area Code) VESSEL ^ RATING HELD DATE OF DISCHARGE DATE SHIPPED Book #. Social Security #. DepartmenL Seniority—^ Veteran of U.S. Armed Forces: • Yes • No U.S. Citizen: • Yes • No L- Are you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: • Yes • No (If yes, fill in below) Trainee Program: From. Last grade of school completed. to (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses: • Yes • No (if yes, fill in below) DATE. SIGNATURE. I Am interes(ed in (he Following Course(s) Checked Below or Indicaied Here if Not Listed Endorsement(s) or License(s) Now Held. Course(s) Takea. Oil Spill Course OU Spill Prevention & Containment (1 week) Date of Birth- Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your applica­ tion will not be processed. Home Port The Adult Education courses of Adult Basic Education (ABE), High School Equivalency (GED) and English As A Second Language (ESL) are six weeks in length. Check-In Completion Course Date Date April 14 High School Equivalency (GED) March 5 June 9 AprU 30 Adult Basic Education (ABE) March 5 AprU 13 June 8 AprU 30 June 8 English as a Second Language (ESL) April 30 May 11 ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course AprU 23 The Developmental Studies Class (DVS) will be offered one week prior to some of the upgrading classes, Developmental Studies March 12 March 16 Firefighting: • Yes (Street) (State) 1990 AduH Sducation Schedule Date Available for training (Middle) (First) Address- Completion Date April 27 April 13 July 6 April 27 Julys June 8 All students in the Engine Department will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. • Yes Upgrading Applitalion Name. Check'In Date March 19 March 5 April 16 March 19 May 14 May 14 Course Fireman/Watertender and Oiler Pumproom Maintenance & Operations Marine Electronics Technician Electro-Hydraulics Marine Electrical Maintenance Diesel Engine Technology Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement: SEAFARERS HARRY LUNDEBERG SCHOOL OF SEAMANSHIP "v; inglne Upgrading Courses DECK • AB/Sealift • 1st Class Pilot • Third Mate • Radar Observer Unlimited • Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course ENGINE • FOWT • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) • Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maiiitenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Engine Technology Q Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel ^ Q Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems Q Automation • Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility • Cook and Baker • Chief Cook • Chief Steward • Towboat Inland Cook ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding • Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) Q High School Equivalency Program (GED) • Developmental Studies (DVS) • English as a Second Language (ESL) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation COLLEGE PROGRAM Q Associates in Arts Degree • Certificate Programs No transporUtion will be paid unless you present original receipts and successfully complete the cimrse. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center. Piney Point. MD. 20674 2A90 �SOFARERSm wiil"-•'••••• SEAEHMEMCS •A- ffm. i;ik • •:/, W: V "'AH'-'- • ;4 U,S.-Paiiainanian Tensid^ fid Ifpt Seafarers and their children who have the qualifications and who are thinking about continuing their education at the college level can apply now for the union's 1990 scholarship program. The union scholarships are designed to ease the finan­ cial burden of college for SIU members and their families. In 1990, six awards will be granted, four to children of Sea­ farers and two to ac­ tive SIU members. Scholarship pro­ gram application forms are available now. Accompanying the forms is detailed in­ formation on how to apply for the program and eligibility requirements. The scholarship materials are Mail to the: available at any SIU union hall. SIU Scholarship Program In addition, prospective appli­ Seafarers Welfare Plan cants can request a copy by filling 5201 Auth Way in and mailing the request form Camp Springs, MD 20746 below. Scholarship Program For Members and Their Dependents The Overseas Ohio continued to sail between the Gulf Coast and Panama despite the verbal and armed conflicts between the Cen­ tral American country and the U.S. last December. Crewmembers told Steve Ruiz, SIU port representative in Hous­ ton, they had not faced any prob­ lems when the tanker docked in Panama. In fact, everything ran smoothly, Ruiz was told. Ruiz visited the Maritime Over­ seas vessel when it paid off at the Sun Oil dock in Lake Charles, LA last month. fcr ft.,; !. !tiy •A 'i kl ^The galley gang Is ready to serve a hungry crew after the Overseas Ohio arrives In Louisiana. From the left In bottom photo are Stew­ ard Baker Earl Gray, Chief Cook Scott Opsahl and Steward Assist­ ant Louis LIghtfoot Jr. '•£y^ Please send me the 1990 SIU Scholarship Program booklet which contains eligibility information, procedures for applying and the application form. Name Book Number Address City, State, Zip Code Telephone Number This application is for Apfril 15, 1990 is the submission deadline for scholarship program applications. HAS ANYONE SEEN THIS CHttD? prosecution warrant issued against him by the FBI in August 1985. Cammalleri has been known to use the alias Leonard Camaleii. He is a 38-year-old, medium-sized man with an olive complexion. Like others who have chosen this path, Cammalleri will have to lead a life of lies and deceptions. The National Center believes Cammalleri will try to purchase a new identity on the black market. Able Seamen (from the left) Julio Sequeira, James Waldrop and Clemente Rocha Jr. relax after docking the Overseas OhIO In Lake Charles, LA. I Leonard Joseph Canunalleri i.: ''I'." •: ?!>• ii (self) (dependent) i 1 education? February 1990 Volume 52, Number 2 S'' . 'f '^•; V.' Leonard Joseph Canunalleri was only 10 months old when he was abducted from Stamford, CT by his non-custodial father, Leonard Alfred Cammalleri Sr., reports the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Cammalleri, like many other parents who de­ cide to take the law into their own hands, was forced to go into hiding after he failed to respond to a ANYONE HAVING INFORMATION SHOULD CONTACT The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children 1-800-843-5678 OR FBI Bridgeport (Connecticut) Missing Persons Unit 1-203-333-3512 OR Yonr Local FBI Offira • •- � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Title A name given to the resource February 1990 Description An account of the resource Headlines: CREW OF LNG GEMINI RESCUES 18 CONGRESS TO TAKE UP KEY SHIPPING ISSUES NO AGREEMENT YET ON US-USSR SHIP PACT SIU CHARGES SCAM TO BEAT CABOTAGE MARAD RESISTS EFFORT TO BREACH JONES ACT OIL SPILL BILL BEFORE CONGRESS GOV'T SERVICES MEMBERS ON USNS NAVAJO HAVE DECADES OF SAILING EXPERIENCE COAST GUARD DEFERS PRE-JOB DRUG TEST SIU SEES NO NEED FOR A CHANGE IN EXISTING ALCOHOL ABUSE REGULATIONS MINE WORKER STRIKE ENDS SEAFARERS: THE CENSUS WANTS TO COUNT YOU IN 1990 SURVEY AB PAUL DUDNIKOV RETURNS TO USSR AFTER DEFECTING EIGHTEEN YEARS AGO NAMESAKE OF SIU-CREWED SHIP DIES AUTO WORKER HITS 35 MIL. LOTTERY BALLARD BROWNING LOOKS TO RETIREMENT U.S.-PANAMANIAN TENSIONS DID NOT AFFECT OVERSAES OHIO CREWMEMBERS Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2/1/1990 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 52, No. 2 1990 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/88e4da4e1e151f96fc2bf74f6b625342.PDF c48530eeca7e5f17f3fb9ed88737aea4 PDF Text Text SEAmRERS Volume 52, Number 3 p- March 1990 SNI Compaiiy Awanled Nine Ships Senate Armed Forces Head Addresses MTD Delegates Sen. Nuim Sees Need Te Beest Sealift, Raps Centreillieepy 3: on Lundeberg Elected Head Of SUP Gunnar Lundeberg was elected to the presidency of the Sailors Union of the Pacific (SUP) last month over incumbent Paul Dempster. The announcement was made after a two-month secret ballot vote of the SUP member­ ship and pensioners. The new president of the SUP had previously served the union in the capacity of San Francisco business agent. He is the son of the great Harry Lundeberg who headed the SUP and the Seafarers International Union of North America (SIUNA) until his death in 1957. Harry Lundeberg was Continued on page 9 •o^aJ>.3Q c/i CO • r/KO' O -H ^ •O IMC to Operate Sealift Tankers The Militaiy Sealift Command announced this month as the Sea­ farers LOG was going to press that the five-year operating con­ tract for its nine sealift tankers had been awarded to International Marine Carriers, an SlU-contracted company. The nine tankers transport De­ partment of Defense refined pe­ troleum products worldwide. The vessels also provide support for Navy fleets and conduct refiielingat-sea operations for the military. Upon learning of the designa­ tion of IMC as the contracting operator, SIU President Michael Sacco said, "We are pleased that this award to IMC will provide our organization with an oppor­ tunity to demonstrate the skills and quality of crewmembers who sail on SlU-contracted ships. I believe that the SIU's well-trained manpower not only will help the company to operate more effi­ ciently, but it will also add to the stren^h of our national security." The new work for SIU members Continued on page 2 CoOC. Senator Sam Nunn In a Crisis, U.S. Must Move Troops, Supplies, Says Butcher Pages MarAd Chief Urges New Commitment To Maritime Vice Admirer Paui D. Butcher Pages MarAd Admin. Warren Leback U.S. and Canadian Seafarers Agree to Promote Bilateral Ship Pact on Cross Border Cargoes Officers of Canadian maritime unions meet with MTD President Michael Sacco concerning the need for an American/Canadian cross border cargoes shipping pact. Pictured above from left are Canadian Marine Officers Union President Albert Robillard, Sacco, and SIU of Canada officers—President Roman Gralewicz, Secretary Treasurer Andy Boyle, Executive Vice President Doug McCaren, East Coast Vice President Bill Ross and Great Lakes Vice President Martin Blanchette. With the possibility of a united market and single registry looming in Europe, the Maritime Trades Department (MTD) called for a bilateral trading agreement that would reserve cargoes between the United States and Canada for the shipping fleets of those two nations. The proposal was en­ dorsed by the MTD, an AFL-CIO department comprised of 42 na­ tional and international unions that represent workers engaged in some aspect of the maritime industry, at its board meeting last month. SIU of Canada Secretary Treas­ urer Andy Boyle, in introducing the resolution that called for the pact, said cross border transpor­ tation agreements are nothing new. "Right now, Australia and New Zealand have an agreement that all bilateral trade carried out be­ tween those two nations is carried on their ships." MTD President Michael Sacco, who also serves as head of the SIU, said representatives of the Canadian and American maritime unions would be meeting shortly to discuss in depth the strategy to ensure adoption of the proposal by the governments of the two nations. The MTD Executive Board also stated that such a pact would be devised in accordance with both nations' existing maritime laws. As the LOG went to press, the SIU of Canada officers were seek­ ing the support of the Canadian Labour Confess for the proposed bilateral shipping pact covering cross border cargoes between the United States and Canada. Company Seeks Introduction of Fuel Loading Plan to Avoid Spills MOC's Blake Proposal Would Produce Instant Results Page i4 fnr)oo o �If. !eB!K:^Dnri •-.^•s.tajffs'tj®P . ;f.-':3S.• '-•^^^'i"r.u:t- 'SSI-',SIAFARIRS LOG 'Mi President's Report W: '• •>• ' t-: S '• 'y -' n '•7V-. :.•'•• '•% '-J • -f ( •l-ii?' •i-y <i:my- . J:- Vf I '• ^ : Illlllpi;':'i 'vi'.i"AV'' :''. •\':'V •'.' I?! ' '''i ' •' 'F ^ '' f#?••'•• ' • ' itn- r ••'• J itelil •M •' ' ' '' .^7r" As we move into the 1990s, Americans have good reason to con­ sider what the future holds. Two main events are shaping up that could have a very serious impact on the economic security of Ameri­ can workers as well as on the continued health of our democracy. One of these events is the soon-to-be finalized single trade market of the European Community ^C). By 1992, the 12 nations that make up the EC will unify their markets for the purpose of moving goods, services, capital and labor. A single currency is being developed as well. The countries in­ volved are Belgium, Denmark, France, Greece, Ire­ land, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, the United Kingdom and West Germany. In another year, all trade barriers and differences in stan­ dards between these nations will be dropped, and goods, services and people will move freely across borders, almost as we do within our 50 states. In fact, the combined European Community market will, it is estimated, rival ours in wealth and exceed the United States in numbers of consumers. This means that Europe is going to be a more formidable competi­ tor than when the United States had to contend with 12 separate na­ tions and 12 separate markets. The technologies and ideas of Europe will be consolidated, and the 12 EC member countries will think com­ petitively as one. This unified European market could have serious implications for our own maritime industry. There is also much talk of consolidating the commercial shipping fleets of the nations involved into one opera­ tion, with one registry and flying a Euro-flag, manned by low-cost crews from the lesser developed parts of the world. Many of the EC nations have been traditional maritime powers in their own right. This is bound to have a critical impact on the United States which could be driven to the wall by this new economic—and political—force. Very likely every American industry will face similar threats. The second event that is shaping up is the collapse of the commu­ nist economies and political systems of Eastern Europe. All freedomminded individuals are eager to see the oppressed people of that part of the world adopt democratic systems and free market economies. And we can all see the logic of direct aid from our government to help these nations through some rocky economic times as they convert their economies. Already America is talking about pumping large sums of public funds and private money into that part of the world. But as we attempt to help the Soviet Union and its.former satellites, we must remember that America needs rebuilding too. Our cities are a deteriorating mess, our industrial base is practically gone, and we are almost overwhelmed by deficiencies in our education and health care systems. America must be on its toes if we are going to retain our power to compete in the world, retain the jobs and skills of American workers and preserve our democratic institutions. As far as the European Community is concerned, it is imperative now, more than ever, that we maintain a strong merchant marine that cannot only protect our national security but can also defend our eco­ nomic interests. We must consider the likelihood of a new Euro-fleet that could drive American ships from the seas. Once this is accom­ plished, America would have to pay whatever transportation costs would be laid on her. In such circumstances America could easily be­ come an economic hostage. What can we do about this not-so-happy situation? One thing for sure, we should not just sit back on our hands. We ought to be prepar­ ing to provide reasonable assistance to Eastern European countries which are determined to emerge as full-fledged democracies. Insofar as our own U.S.-flag shipping industry is concemed, there is no more appropriate time than now for the Bush administration to drop its han^-off policy and take steps to assure the United States of the balanced and viable shipping capabilities which a world power must have. In the final analysis, our guideline must be the welfare of Ameri­ cans and the economic well-being of America. We need a concentrated effort to put America back in her rightful place, reviving our manufacturing capabilities and building the wel­ fare of all her citizens. Let's rebuildAmerica and let's build it with American workers. Sealift Tankers to Be Crewed by SlU Condmedfirom page I mmBiy f:^r'''- ..;.i' , / >'"• • ;• ••'._]; " • will translate into more than a couple hundred job opportunities. The turnover of the vessels to IMC will take place sometime around May. Sacco said both "the com­ pany and the government will have the full cooperation of the SIU to make this operation a complete success." Seafarers Vice President Angus 'Red" Campbell said details on y'M' ' ^ the contract with IMC will be provided to the membership through the union's monthly meet­ ings at all ports and will be avail­ able in every hall. Prior to the awarding of the contract to IMC, the nine tankers were operated by Marine Trans­ port Lines of Connecticut and crewed by unlicensed members of the National Maritime Union, known since its 1988 merger as District 1 MEBA/NMU. DOT Transport Policy No Help to Shipping The Bush administration's long-awaited policy on transporta­ tion, unveiled earUer this month, failed to provide any encourage­ ment to the U.S.-flag shipping in­ dustry. SIU President Michael Sacco termed the study "a slap in the face to maritime." Sacco cited numerous studies on the American merchant marine and the substantive proposals put forth in those documents which, if enacted, would help tum around the decline of the U.S.-flag fleet. Among the studies noted by Sacco was a detailed analysis of the mar­ itime industry by the prestigious Commission on Merchant Marine and Defense, a defense panel es­ tablished by Congress in 1984 and appointed by the president in 1986. Under the commission's chairman, Jeremiah Denton, a former senator from Alabama and a naval officer, the panel studied U.S. shipping ca­ pabilities over a two-year period, compiled volumes of testimony and data and issued four reports. The commission concluded there is a "clear and growing danger to the nation's security in the deterio­ rating condition of America's mar­ itime industries." In the panel's fourth report—entitled a "Plan for Action"—numerous recommen­ dations were put forth to rebuild the American-flag merchant ma­ rine. "The National Defense Trans­ portation Association also pre­ sented the U.S. government with a thoughtful study on the issue and recommended programs to rebuild the American merchant marine. Yet, after all of these studies, the national transportation policy failed to come up with any substan­ tive new ideas, set objectives or identify the means to increase American shipping capacity," Sacco said. "In light of all the hard work that has been done in these studies, as well as the presentations made dur­ ing the Department of Trans­ portation's meetings on the na­ tional transport policy, it is a crying shame all this effort fell on deaf ears," Sacco concluded. In addi­ tion to the commission report, the NDTA study, the SIU president's remarks referred to hundreds of hours the maritime industry has dedicated to testifying at hearings called by DOT on the policy, pro­ viding the agency with data and participating in the agency's "clus­ ter groups" on the issue. St year the Department of Transportation solicited input from the maritime community, as well as from the rail, trucking and air sectors. In promoting its na­ tional transportation policy report, DOT gave the impression it was developing a comprehensive as­ sessment of the problems facing each mode of transportation and formulating new and bold solu­ tions for the future. The DOT document identified the problems facing the shipping industry and simply called for a review of existing maritime pro­ grams and laws. Without identify­ ing any specific actions, the policy also urged that unnecessary gov­ ernment restrictions be removed which prohibit U.S.-flag ships from competing in world trade. The national transport policy also gave its support to programs the administration has been pro­ moting: the war on drugs through the testing of maritime workers, collection of user fees to support the search and rescue services and commercial vessel safety inspec­ tion programs of the Coast Guard, and coordination of government agencies to prevent and handle oil spills. Index to LOG Features Dis|iatchens' Re|X>ti/Deep Sea Dl^tcliers^ Rei^rt/Inland. Dlspatebers'Report/Great Lakes l^nal Departui^ Your Rl§IltS.-. a• »;«'•' • •.•• .• • '• • * .-'a •;»;* • '«> • .*« •.«'•.• "•>• •-^•rai 4 RefSOnalS.a • • •''•'•..a *• « •. a.*.*.* *4 J • ••2l2-y: • ti- »•>«• « «'*»12 ^ .27 *27 •••'19' » •;•••=*>.. • • » ..-wlT' m »'•£ « '• • ^ Page 1>-y *22". «18 19 r \ v *..19 ^ 25^2/6 - * LetlcNhi to tise Rdybtor Lund^rg School Apj^katioa Lundeberg School Course Sdieduie IVfeetuigiNotic^ Notices a r/ « •,'•>'•' a .• «19 jSpbill^Minutes.•••••••.•••••••*••••##*.••••••..•»•••• 23^ 24 Lfploit jffiiM Dliectory. ^•• .'••• ^ •.••«•*•••«• • .18 Volume 52, Number 3 March 1990 The LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSG Prince Georges, Maryland 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the LOG, 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. President, Michaei Sacco; Secretary-Treasurer, Joe DlGlorgio; Executive Vice President, Joe Sacco; Vice President Collective Bargaining, Angus "Red" CampbeU; Vice President Atlantic Coast, Jack Caffey; Vice President Gulf Coast, Thomas GildeweU; Vice President West Coast, George McCartney; Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters, John Fay; Vice President Government Services, Roy "Birek" Mercer. Communications Department Director, Jessica Smith; Associate Editors, Daniel Duncan, Max Halt and Deborah Greene. �•;.; ,, V, v;':; -V. ."T.-'I; 't" '•.•-•• mm Nunn Stresses Vital Ship Role in National Defense Strategy •m. Calls Effective Control Theory 'Voodoo Maritime Policy' The representatives of 42 na­ tional and international unions af­ filiated with the AFL-CIO's Mar­ itime Trades Department (MTD) heard Senator Sam Nunn (D-GA) say American-flag ships will play an increasingly important role in the nation's defense strategy as the United States adjusts to the profound changes taking place in •Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union. Nunn, an internationally rec­ ognized expert in defense and for­ eign policy issues and chairman of the Senate Armed Forces Com­ mittee, said increased warning time of any major war between the superpowers in Central Europe will result in "less forward forces in Europe" and "more of our military forces located in this country rather than abroad." Speaking before the MTD Ex­ ecutive Board last month, Nunn said that in the future there will be lighter American forces that will have to be "more mobile." Those forces will have to be "lifted by sea or by air much more rap­ idly," he told the representatives of the assembled shipping, ship­ building and maritime-related services unions. "I think there is going to have to be increased overall lift — sealift and airlift — but I do believe that the tilt will be towards sealift because when you get more warn­ ing time, you can have less of your equipment coming in the first two or three days and you will have more time to get that equipment there," Nunn said. The Georgia senator informed the delegates that the Armed Serv­ ices Committee will be reviewing the fundamental assumptions on which the United States bases its military policy. '.'The threat de­ termines the strategy; the strategy determines the budget." Nunn said the Bush administration also is reexamining America's security strategy, but to date the Depart­ ment of Defense has not converted the overall changes of the world into the national budget. DOD's proposals, Nunn said, still have many blanks. Among the administration's "blanks," said Nunn, are the areas of sealift and overall maritime pol­ icy. Nunn said the head of the Joint Chiefs, General Colin Pow­ ell, told him that as fewer U.S. forces are forward deployed, the more efficient and effective sealift and airlift must be to get American troops back into action. But the administration is deferring the $600 billion that was appropriated last year to build rapid sealift. "Those two do not go together," Nunn noted. The administration has also taken the position that America does not have a major sealift problem be­ cause all U.S.-owned ships must be available and will be available even if they are foreign-flagged ships with foreign crews, Nunn told the MTD delegates. He said the administration was trying to "define away the problem." That policy, known as "effec­ tive U.S. control" oi' "EUSC" 1 claims that the United States gov­ ernment will be able to appropriate American-owned vessels in times of war or national emergency, no matter what flag they fly. "I would say that in an earlier day. President Bush would call this 'voodoo maritime policy,' Nunn quipped. The so-called effective U.S. control theory raises many ques­ tions, Nunn said. "Will these ships Delegates from 42 unions attended the annual February MTD executive board meeting. Senator Sam Nunn be available in a short term, short notice type of war? Will these crews be reliable in a war? Sup­ pose we have a war in the Middle East or in Africa, will the crews of Liberian ships be available? How is the United States, the leader of the Western defense world, really able to take this type of risk, relying on foreign-flagged vessels and relying on foreign crews when there is really no other coun­ try in the world doing it? When we are the bulwark, how are we able to do that?" Nunn asked. Nunn said his committee will hold a series of hearings on the issues of sealift funding and the legitimacy of the effective U.S. control policy. The Senate Armed Services Committee also will be looking at the chances of an ac­ cidental nuclear war, the contin­ ued threats in the Middle East and security concerns in Southeast and Southwest Asia. "The bottom line," said Nunn, "is we have a continued stake in the security of the Western world. The United States will have to be the leader of that. We have a continued need for strong, ready defense forces. Your industry will increasingly play a major role in that overall endeavor." Bdidiep, Ldadi Urge Backing nl XiMrlcan-Flag SMpphig The lack of suf­ ficient privately owned ships to support sealift in times of national emergency or war was decried by the head of the Mili­ tary Sealift Com­ mand, Vice Ad­ miral Paul D. Butcher, when he addressed the MTD Executive L«hack Board during its annual winter meeting last month. Warren Leback, who serves as administrator of the federal gov­ ernment's chief maritime agency, stressed the importance of the na­ tion's cargo preference laws in his talk to the delegates representing 42 national and international ship­ ping and shipbuilding unions. Stating that this nation should "take immediate aim" to have its merchant marine assured of vital­ ity in peace and in war. Butcher proposed that some governmental subsidy go to American-flag ships. Butcher's remarks were echoed by Leback who announced that the Bush administration is looking into a possible fuel oil subsidy differential. Leback said such a subsidy would assist those companies "that have steam driven vessels that were constructed in the early '70s" because it was "unfair to deny that operator the ability to com­ pete against the diesel-driven bulker." Noting the United States should have the capability to move 1.7 million tons of unit equipment— tanks, helicopters, supplies^ Butcher warned, "We are coming dangerously close to where we cannot support our combative forces if we project them in a combatant role." Butcher said if the decline in the American-flag fleet continues, by the year 1993 "We will be incapable of supporting our com­ batant forces either for unit equip­ ment or sustainable issues and we'll rent a ship to fight a war." Relying on the Ready Reserve Force, where the average age of a vessel is 45 years, or our allies would be a mistake, said Butcher. He recalled at least one occasion when our NATO allies had not rallied to the aid of the United States. "In 1986, when I helped plan the raid against Kadafi, we asked for NATO support, and one country—the UK—let us launch aircraft, two of them, and the rest of the countries told us to pound sand because it wasn't in their interests." Jones Act Defended Leback asked the MTD Exec­ utive Board to continue its strong support of the Jones Act. "We need to continue to support the American flags when there are American-flag vessels available." As an example, Leback cited the recent firacas over the increased cost of home heating oil in North­ eastern states. In that case, the press and public blamed the Jones Act for the oil shortage because some forei^-flag ships were not granted waivers to enter the trade. In that case, not only were U.S.flag vessels available for the trans­ port of the fiiel, but also the in­ creased price had little to do with the cost of waterbome transpor­ tation. "When you went into it, and you finally looked at it, it was not the freight rate on the Amer­ ican-flag tankers that created the problem. It was inventories and then it was the law of supply and de­ mand," Leback reported. Training Is Vital Both Butcher and Leback em­ phasized the need to train and re­ Butcher train seafarers, both unlicensed and licensed. Butcher told the MTD represen­ tatives that efforts must be made to make sure "we infiise our mer­ chant marine crews with youth as the older people retire. . .and train­ ing is a very important part of that." Leback stressed the need for "government, management and the seafaring labor to concentrate and put ourselves in lock step to do a good program over the coming years on retraining of our seafar­ ers, honing their skills and provid­ ing them with the ability to do the job better." Leback pledged the support of the Maritime Admin­ istration in these endeavors. 1, V • �V^'-. AFL-CIO Theme Urges 'Rebuilding America' m fnp,^.. ^;;.: ••••'^.'-.r^ /II •; • a/:.o 'vl.-.-'''.-'""--, 3i0 l-i-llijii- ifiiillli' ' •"':• i-vf :3--:r's,v'".:' ?t" Ji'. • . ••'•i ; •_ ' V iiilifc: 'W:- • AFL-CIO Secretary Treasurer Thomas Donahue Informs the delegates of the gains the trade union movement has made despite the difficult times. services are included in the GATT Restoring American productiv­ talks, existing programs designed ity and competitiveness can only to keep the American merchant be accomplished by "repairing and marine viable could be dismantled, rebuilding the fundamental re­ leaving hundreds of thousands of sources that make this country workers in the maritime industry work," Thomas R. Donahue, the without jobs. AFL-CIO's secretary-treasurer told the MTD Executive Board members during their annual Feb­ ruary meeting. Other representatives of the na­ tional federation of unions told the MTD delegates the labor move­ ment must be prepared to work for candidates wha support working people, to organize individuals who currently do not benefit from union representation and to launch a national offensive to enact a na­ tional health plan. Donahue proposed that the dol­ lar investment of every major cor­ poration be tracked to determine how much was redirected into en­ Bert Seidman terprises in the United States and Another reason the United what amount of profit was sent States has difficulty competing in abroad. the world market is the skyrocket­ •'The failures of our nation in the ing cost of health care. The director area of. competitiveness are not of the AFL-CIO's Department of failures of worker ability or worker Occupational Safety, Health and effort. They are traceable directly Social Security, Bert Seidman, to employer failures to invest in the said "Health care costs are con­ new equipment, the new ships, the suming half of corporate profits: in new factories that can keep us the United States. competitive. Those are not worker He noted per capita health care failures. They are the failures of costs in the U.S. are 41 percent managers who are more drawn to higher than Canada's, 61 percent junk bonds and takeovers than in higher than Sweden's, 131 percent making money the honest way.. higher than Japan's and 171 per­ Donahue said. cent higher than Great Britain s. Seidman urged the 42 unions affiliated with the Maritime Trades Department to assist in the AFLCIO's national campaign to de- 4' - , i.\. ._ r,:..-\l ,.£\:i m one of the reasons union members must vote in this year's federal, state and local elections, said Rob­ ert McGlotten, director of the AFL-CIO's Department of Legis­ lation. "I cannot stress too much the importance of getting our members active at the grassroots level," Mc­ Glotten emphasized. Working men and women have a great deal at stake in decisions ^ade by politi­ cians. The future of the maritime industry can be decided by a few laws,he noted. Richard Wilson John Perkins John Perkins, director of the AFL-QO's Committee on Politi­ cal Education, reported the trade union movement will now enter elections with •'new tools, new so­ phistication." He cited the use of computers to match the addresses of union members with precinct data. This procedure allows the labor movement to effectively "target voting districts in terms of support for our candidates," Per­ kins said. •f-' " ' The trade union movement must bear in mind its first and foremost responsibility to the American worker as corporate America seeks to take advantage of the changes in Eastern Europe, warned AFLCIO Maritime Trades Department President Michael Sacco. Opening the annual February meeting of the MTD, Sacco, who also serves as president of the Seafarers International Union, said. ' / S' Robert McGlotten velop solutions to the health care crisis. He said there is a growing realization among imions and their employers that containing health care costs can only be done through government policies. Electing government offtcials who support a resolution to the nation's health care problems is In addition to protecting and promoting job security through legislation, the labor movement also must help working people by extending union representation to those who are currently unorga­ nized. Richard Wilson^ director of the AFL-QO's Department of Or­ ganization and Field Services, told Sie assembled MTD delegates. He said the AFL-QO is committed to making organizing a high priority activity. •'Because we can organize, I'm not worried about the future any­ more. I'm not worried about the past. I'm going to make the future now and I'm going to make it today," Wilson concluded. Sacco Says U S. Wirinrs Must Us Naliin's Prliirlty Rudy Oswald Rudy Oswald, the federation's director of economic research, re­ ported that the U.S. trade deficit is responsible for a loss of 2,750,000 American jobs. He said the AFLQO had urged U.S. negotiators at the world's trade talks, known as GATT, to institute measures that will stop the flight of American jobs. As an example, Oswald said, "we keep telling them year after year they shoul&'t include mari­ time, that we have separate mari­ time agreements." If maritime Unions have a responsibility to provide information to their mem­ bers on the voting records and po­ sitions of candidates running for office on a national or local level, he said. Perkins added that mem­ bers "trust their union to give them the facts about a candidate's posi­ tion on an issue." Michael Sacco " r "I think the American labor move­ ment had better be on its toes to see that under the coverof spread­ ing democracy, corporate Amer­ ica doesn't exploit the situation that winds up as a further expor­ tation of American jobs and in­ dustry." On the home front, Sacco noted it was one year ago that members of the International Association of Machinists employed by Eastern Air Lines had gone on strike in a showdown that has pitted the union against the company's owner, Frank Lorenzo. "I don't have to tell you how tough a year it has been for those who had the guts to stand up to this disgraceful fink — and all who are still standing up to-him," Sacco said. "Eastern is an avowed enemy of American unionism and we can never surrender to it," Sacco told the representatives assembled from the 42 national and international unions affiliated with the MTD. With Eastern struggling to stay ^ive, Sacco pledged the full sup­ port of the MTD in the effort to convince the flying public that they should not choose Eastern. �llli]!iiiin:i»|,|^^ - JiijytiQIij^^ MUCH 1990 V, .,. .. 'V r . t • • .V i, 1,4. •, . '.ni. • •••.: •• • ijr--: ' .1 1 Dennis Hertei Nick Joe Raifall Raymond J. McGrath Thomas J. Manton Gerry Sifcorski The five congressmen pictured above addressed the participants of the MTD's executive board meeting held last month. House Raps Ptedge Support of Maritiuie Objoctivos "il 'I'Ssil iHi Five congressmen, representing both land-locked and water-adja­ cent districts and both political parties, advised the MTD Exec­ utive Board of their continued commitment to a strong U.S.-flag fleet. In individual presentations before representatives of MTD's 42 afhliated unions meeting last month, the congressmen also pledged their support for programs that will assist working men and women. Representative Nick Joe Rahall II spoke favorably of the so-called cash transfer proposal which would require countries receiving eco­ nomic assistance in the form of cash, to make their purchases in the United States and to ship the goods on American-flag vessels. Such a bill would benefit aid recipients as well as the American taxpayer, the Democratic con­ gressman said. To his West Vir­ ginia congressional district where coal is produced, it would mean nations interested in purchasing the commodity with their Ameri­ can cash assistance would have to purchase it from the United States and not from foreign competitors. "I see no down side whatso-r ever" to the requirement that U.S. cash aid toforeign nations be spent for American commodities and manufactured goods that then are shipped on American bottoms, Rahall said. "Taxpayers benefit because their tax dollars are being used to purchase U.S. commodi­ ties," which in th6 case of his district is coal. "U.S. coal producers and those they employ benefit because their tax dollars are not being spent by recipient countries to bolster their competitors in the international coal market and those who work, the workers in our domestic trans­ portation sector benefit as they have the opportunity to share in the creation of more jobs. . . Fi­ nally, our U.S. balance of trade benefits, which is a matter of no small concern." • Michigan Congressman Dennis M. Hertei said it was time for the United States to "start having some common sense" about the impor­ tance of a strong U.S. merchant marine for our national defense concerns. While the defense budget had doubled in the '80s, the Dem­ ocratic congressman said, "The harsh reality is that our defense sector is not always aimed at the defense of this country in the way that it should be—otherwise we would have sealift, otherwise we would have a strong merchant ma­ rine." Hertei stressed the importance of the United States standing on its own because allies cannot come to our assistance. He cited the example of the American request for minesweepers for the Persian Gulf during the conflict in that region during the late '80s. The request had been rebuffed proving the Ways and Means Committee is concerned with the impact of a united market in Europe on U.S. businesses and consumers. McGrath said his committee also will study the impact of the 1992 single European market on the American maritime industry. He noted the European Com­ munity (EC) will have a single monetary system that will be used by all 12 member countries. With the EC moving towards elimina­ tion of internal European trade barriers, the United States must look at what is at stake. "We certainly have interests to protect and we should be out there trying to protect them right now," McGrath concluded. Speaking from the vantage point of serving on the House Energy Committee, Representative Thomas J. Manton discussed the oil spill liability bill currently be- Upholding cargo preference laws and enacting ^buy and ship American^ pro­ visions were among the issues addressed by the congressmen. "we can't count on them to do what's necessary to get the troops, and all their supplies and basics overseas in time of emergency or in time of war." Republican Congressman Ray­ mond J. McGrath, who serves on the House Ways and Means Com­ mittee, told the union represen­ tatives that some sort of tax relief would be explored for Americanflag tanker companies if Congress enacts a double-hull, double bot­ tom construction provision. McGrath's committee is charged with issues regarding taxation. McGrath, who represents a dis­ trict in New York, reported that • "• fore a conference committee made up of elected officials from both branches of Congress. Referring to the provision that would force American-flag tankers to be retrofitted or buUt with dou­ ble huUs and double bottoms, the New York Democrat said, "I think the time has passed for Congress and our country to stop blaming domestic shipping and our mer­ chant seamen for every environ­ mental ill." Manton reported on the devel­ opment of oil fields in the section of Alaska known as the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR). The exploration and development of new Alaskan oil is vitally impmtant, Manton said, because what is currently coming from Prudhoe Bay will "decrease and eventually in the first decade of the next century simply dry up com­ pletely." To begin oil exploration in ANWR, Congress must amend the Alaska Lands Act that the legis­ lative body passed more than a decade ago. Because of the cur­ rent climate regarding oil spills, Manton said the ANWR bill would not be considered by Congress until the next session, sometime in 1991 or 1992. Manton said exploration and de­ velopment of the oil fields located in ANWR's coastal plain, are "vi­ tal to our nation's economy—^for our national defense, for our eco­ nomic security. . ." Defending the working men and women of this nation is what unions are all about and this also should be a top priority for Congress, Representative Gerry Sikorski said. Government must support and de­ fend the "little guy" and develop programs that bring out the best in America, he continued. The congressman, a member of the Minnesota Democratic Farmer Labor Party, said America's strength is its "warm heart." He pointed out the administration should note that "a warm heart does not. . . deny $4.50 an hour" to honest, hard-working people doing their jobs for minimum wage. Sikorski said America could re­ gain its greatness only by "invest­ ing in people." (Congressman Rahall was first elected to the House in 1976 at the age of 27. Representatives Hertei and McGrath were elected in 1980. Joining the House in 1982 and 1984, respectively, were Manton and Sikorski. Each one of the congressmen serves on important House com­ mittees that often consider mari­ time-oriented legislation. . - •• r " �TiTMiTBITl : - . 'I'-t • . - ..v^ . J., [•5|. /'.f.:-^v;:v • , ^ -f - •-.,, • loe .i'-i.>^i >, 31'• '13- 3'S ;,:v' Sunmiary Of IWTD AcUons 'r Ttie Executive Board of the Maritime Trades Department, AFLCiO, considered several pressing issues of concern to men and women working in the shipping, shipbuilding and related indus­ tries. What follows is a synopsis of the positions and programs of the MID adopted at the meeting held last month. The individuals who introduced the resolutions are pictured with the summaries. •i'^' ' "'V iiWI - 1 iiii* f- ••: -••'.• j*^'- -.••••Sf:.-:i/••- ." '/•• r» ;: •.,' US/USSR Maritime Agreement The bilateral maritime pact be­ tween the United States and the Soviet Union must contain an un­ derstanding that if the USSR is to have access to the open trades of the U.S., equal treatment must be afforded American carriers over­ seas. The MTD insists that the agreement include a cargo sharing program that is fair to all players and urges the Bush administration to reexamine its reluctance to make subsidies available to bulk oper­ ators engaged in the US/Soviet trades. 1 ..- •l.'•ri' .•• '••••. • V, ^...•>3,-' .-'.V if'j -V;': George Kourpias, President, In­ ternational Association of Ma­ chinists and Aerospace Work­ ers Dominic Carnevaie, Administrative Assistant to the President, United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting industry Because new jobs require higher basic skill levels and existing jobs are changed by new technology and production methods which demand constant training and retraining, the MTD urges Congress and the administration to invest in education and make the matter a significant national priority. Page Groton, Vice President, international Brotherhood of Boilermakers Free Trade Ethic and the NCAA Fleet Legislation has been introduced in Congress to upgrade the aging fleet of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. A provision of the bill requires that all construction, modernization, conversion and repair work be done in U.S. shipyards and that all major hull and superstructure components be fabricated in the United States. The administration's Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) op­ poses the "buy American, build American" provision on the basis that it would violate an international agreement. The MTD urges the USTR to reverse its stance until other governments drop their shipyard subsidies. Dredging, Port Development and Beach Restoration :,.i. Any legislation establishing a com­ prehensive national port develop­ ment policy should include a ben­ eficiary test to insure fair application of costs, including shipper respon­ sibility for the collection of ad va­ lorem fees. The MTD urges the Congress to insure that private sector U.S.-flag dredging contrac­ tors complete all work associated with the revitalization of Amer­ ica's channels, ports and eroded beaches. • ' «v" ••• The Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 does not contain spe­ cific provisions which address the preservation on waterfront sites for water-dependent users, including the maritime industry. The MTD urges Congress to amend the Coastal Zone Act so waterfront sites can accommodate vessels engaged in transportation of cargo and passengers and for other waterdependent uses. • Ed Panarello, SecretaryTreasurer, Port Maritime Council of Greater New York and Vicinity Long-Term Care Jones Act and Energy Waivers V''.. • James Hatfield, President, Glass, Molders, Pottery, Plastics and Allied Workers international Union Currently there is no federal regulation covering the issue ot long-term care for the elderly and disabled. Medicaid funds 41 percent of nursing home care but oniy 12 percent of home care. The MTD supports legislation that would include long-term care solutions as part of a comprehensive national health care system. Ttie Need for Quality Education The MTD calls on the House Mer­ chant Marine and Fisheries Com­ mittee to investigate the home heating oil crisis that took place in December 1989 and January of this year. Specifically, the com­ mittee should determine whether sufficient regional stocks of petro­ leum products were maintained prior to the onset of cold weather and review why U.S. tankers were not utilized. The MTD urges the administration to keep waterborne commerce out of the world trade talks known as GATT because inclusion could un­ dermine all current programs that support an American-flag fleet. In addition, shipping is currently heavily regulated by a myriad of international governmental agen­ cies as well as by multilateral and bilateral agreements. Adding yet another group with power over shipping will not serve world mar­ itime interests. j Waterfronts for Maritime Industries Defense Cuts and Sealift The United States must be ready to defend itself at any point, de­ spite the relaxed tensions of the '90s, the closing of some overseas military bases and the reduction in weapons programs. A strong sealift fleet must be supported in order to meet the needs of quick and efficient transport of military personnel and supplies abroad. The need for rapid and mobile sealift capacity was evident in WWII and the Korea and Vietnam con­ flicts. General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade Cooperation Between Maritime and Agriculture The MTD urges the farm com­ munity to uphold the 1985 cargo preference compromise in which American shippers dropped their claim to certain government-spon­ sored cargoes in exchange for carriage of 75 percent of Food for Peace aid on U.S. bottoms. The MTD also suggests that agriculture and maritime work together, as both industries are vital to our nation's national defense and eco­ nomic security. Peter Rybka, Vice President Emeritus, American Federation of Grain Millers United Marine Division, Local 333 NYC Strike The United Marine Division, Local 333, has been on strike against nine towing companies operating in the New York harbor since Feb­ ruary 15, 1988. The MTD and its affiliates support the efforts of UMD to obtain a decent contract with nine tugboat companies. John Baker, President, Cleveland Port Maritime Council Great Lakes Maritime Industry The MTD supports full federal funding of a lock needed at Sault Ste. Marie, known as the Soo Lock. When the biennial authori­ zation of water resources projects is implemented, the deepening of the harbors of Superior, W1 and Duluth, MN and the Great Lakes connecting channels should be given priority. The government should modernize the icebreaker Mackinaw operated by the USCG and replace it when necessary. Tim Mohler, President, Toledo Port Maritime Council Shipboard Conventions William F. Zenga, Business Manager, Local 25, International Union of Operating Engineers and Vice President, Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CiO Current tax law allows businesses to take an expense deductibility allowance for meetings and con­ ventions held on U.S.-flag vessels. Owners of foreign-flag cruise ships seek the same tax goody for them­ selves. The MTD urges Congress to reject any attempts to extend the tax break for shipboard meet­ ings held on foreign-flag cruise vessels. Frank Pecquex, MTD National Field Coordinator Continued on page 7 .y • I''.. 'ii .1 �:!• . MARCH im Summary of MID Acflons "T'-- • • Continued from page 6 Flags Of Convenience: Havens Of Unreliability The United States should evaluate its dependence on flag-of-convenience vessels and examine how the whims and political uncertain­ ties of open registry nations can endanger American sealift mobi­ lization requirements. The MTD believes now is the time for the United States to realistically as­ sess its stance on the hollow the­ ory of effective U.S. control. Jack Otero, Vice President, Transportation • Communications Union Democracy in Eastern Europe The thunderous transformation of Eastern Europe will require drastic reorganization of the economies and political systems. The MTD supports the Eastern European worker, who may face some tough times ahead, but who will prevail and soon flourish while building the foundation of strong democratic institutions for generations to come. Alaska Oil Export Restrictions District 2 MEBA President Ray McKay (left photo) points out that neither the Exxon Valdez or the American Trader, two tankers recently involved in oil spills, carried licensed personnel that belonged to a union, except for the radio officers. Pictured above right is Captain Robert Lowen, president of the Intemational Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots, who also attended the meeting. MID MeetingPhoto RoumHH^ While Alaskan oil currently is reserved for domestic use, those restric­ tions are due to expire on September 30 of this year. The MTD endorses the enactment of legislation that will indefinitely extend restrictions to prohibit the export of Alaskan oil to foreign countries. Domestic Maritime Policy and the Jones Act The MTD urges that no alteration in the nation's cabotage policy be imposed on the U.S. maritime in­ dustry and all efforts to weaken or repeal the Jones Act should be resisted at all costs. An Office of Technology Assessment proposal to extend Jones Act coverage to the full 200 mile limit of the U.S. Exclusive Economic Zone should receive prompt, favorable action by the U.S. government. . " '/• V . l'; • • •' -i William Lucy, SecretaryTreasurer, American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Health Care Policy A reorganized health care delivery system should be the number one priority for the United States. The'only way to assure that all Americans have access to affordable quality care is through the enactment of a national health care program. The MTD urges adoption of a universal comprehensive national health care program. Until such a plan is adopted, the MTD calls upon Congress to enact legislation requiring employers to provide a minimum standard of health care as a condition of doing business. Pictured in the left photo are SlU Vice President Jack Caffey, District 2 MEBA Vice President Robert McKay, District 2 MEBA Secretary Treasurer Michael McKay and Gordon Spencer, legislative director of the American Maritime Officers Service. In the photo to the right is John O'Gara, general vice president of the Hotel Employees and Restaurant Employees International Union. To the left are "Whitey" Disley, president of the West Coast-based Marine Firemen, Oilers, Watertenders and Wipers Association, Guy Dickinson, secretary-treasurer of the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union and Ted Kedzierski, president of the Port Maritime Council of Southern California. C. E. Defries, president. District 1 Marine Engineers Beneficial Association/National Maritime Union and Guy DeVito, secretary-treasurer. Graphic Communications Intemational Union, are pictured in the photos on right. , - • ' .k- (••. .• '•W South Florida Port Council Chartered. The South Florida Port Council became the 29th local affiliate of the Maritime Trades Department at the organization's February executive board meeting. Presenting the South Florida Pbrt Council's charter are MTD President Michael Sacco (right) and MTD Executive SecretaryTresisurer Jean ingrao (left). The council's officers are District 2 MEBA President Ray McKay, who will serve as the group's president, and Wayman Steward, who has been elected secretary-treasurer. •m P President and president-emeritus of the International Longshoremen's Association are pictured in photo on the left. John M. Bowers (left) currently heads the ILA. The legendary Teddy Gleason (right), the ILA's immediate past president, received a round of applause by the assembled delegates after MTD President Michael Sacco acknowl­ edged his participation in the meeting. Pictured above (right) is Al Cornette, president of Local 333 of the United Marine Division. The MTD executive board pledged its full support of Local 333's New York *ug boat strike. •• t&m �: ft"fty : ••.- :v". ^:.:: y • ':' .,-y ft ft/,.''v.-.•/y'-, y', v .-. •"'y'-' ^ " ;'ft'"'*ft- ft'' SEAMIIfJIS lOG 8 Seatime Approved ^ For Simulator Course ~:-J' -; '" 'f .' " v;j' t : :.-• V )':'^^'4l-i'- 7. .' :'V.y-y •?;.• \-" • •••• .' :". ft" SeafarersMeet New MSCPACCommander SlU Government Services Division members meet Captain J. A. Peschka Jr. who became the new commander of the Military Sealift Command-^Pacific Fleet (MSCPAC) last month. Prior to his transfer to the Oakland, CA base, Capt. Peschka senred as the MSC operations officer in Washington, DC and was the former MSC commander for the Mediterranean Fleet. He succeeds Captain James S. Schultz who had held the position since August 1988. Schultz has been reassigned as the regional coordinator for Commander Naval Base, San Francisco. Pictured above are (from the left) Able Seaman Maintenance Mack Hudson Jr., Capt. Schultz, Capt. Peschka, Able Seaman Maintenance Larry Love and SlU Government Services Division Port Employee Raleigh Minix. The photo was taken on the new MSCPAC commander's first day at work in his new headquarters. The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship has re­ ceived the final word for awarding seatime to graduates of the ship handling simulator course: the U.S. Coast Guard certificate of ap­ proval. Although the Coast Guard announced its acceptance last fall, the agency's certificate was needed to make it official. Students who take the two-week course will be credited by the Coast Guard with 60-day watch officer credit toward any limited deck license or unlicensed deck rating or 30-day watch officer credit toward an unlimited second or third mate license. The seatime credit is retroactive for those who have taken the course. Although the seatime is recog­ nized by the Coast Guard for credit towards licenses, it cannot be ap­ plied to the seatime required by the Seafarers Welfare Plan and the time needed to maintain SIU ben­ efits. Simulator training is practiced in either a main bridge mockup or three auxiliary bridges. The main bridge is equipped with a variety of instruments including radar scopes and helms control that can be repositioned to represent deep sea vessels or tugboats. Seven large full-color screens surround the bridge to give the impression of being in control of a moving vessel. All actions are monitored by computer and closed-circuit tele­ vision in an adjacent room. At the end of an exercise, instructor Jim Brown reviews the data with the students. The simulator is able to recreate more than 40 ship handling exer­ cises from docking and bunkering to deep sea emergencies. Ship handling courses are offered after each AB program. Class size is limited to four to six students. Census Will Affect Future Bills y."', '• •" •' )}• i'lft ift: f ' si-•'. y' ' .-• j • .; • ...• ^1 • l?li •. • .• •• . ' vm AB Gene McGrew (center) is strapped into a firesuit by able seamen Griffith McRee (left) and Pete Smith (right) during damage control training aboard the USNS Sgt. Matej Kocak conducted by the Lundeberg School Sealift Mobile Training Team. SlU School Brings Training To 4 Vessels of Sealift Fleet The Haip^ Lundeberg School of Seamanship Sealift Mobile Train­ ing Team updated SIU crewmembers on four MiUtap' Sealift Com­ mand vessels on shipboard damage control techniques during the first two months of this year. The training covered the follow­ ing skills: fire fighting, patching and plugging, the cleansing of water and smoke-damaged equipment and sound powered telephone conununications and procedures. The classes were conducted for SIU members aboard the USNS Bellatiix, USNS Lt. John P. Bobo, USNS Major Stephen W. Pless and USNS Sgt. Matej Kocak. Limdeberg School instructors Bill Hellwege, Harry Alongi and Jeff Swanson worked with crewmembers through all facets of the train­ ing. Hellwege reported that all crewmembers were extremely recep­ tive to the training. "No seafarer ever wants to have to use these procedures, but they want to make sure they know what they are doing in case the situation arises," he said. Damage control is a very im­ portant part of the total sealift training program. It is a must for all upgraders attending Piney Point, Hellwege noted. Since the school created the mobile training team, 55 ships have been visited to provide the crew with instructions. The shifting of the population and therefore of congressional seats from the industrial northeast and farm belt to southern and western states will have a big impact on who gets elected after 1990. Estimates provided by Project 500, a Washington-based research organization, state that California should acquire seven new seats while Florida is expected to add three or four and Texas should get an additional three. New York, estimated to lose three seats, and Pennsylvania, Ohio, Illinois and Michigan, set to lose two seats each, are forecasted as the big losers. California again will have the largest delegation on Capitol Hill. Based on the 1980 census, the Golden State had 45 representa­ tives. It was followed by New York with 34; Texas, 27; Penn­ sylvania, 23; and Illinois, 22. The projections for 1990 show Califor­ nia will have 52; New York, 31; Texas, 30; Florida, 22 or 23; and Pennsylvania, 21. The SIU maintains halls in the states that will have the five largest delegations. These states alone will account for almost 36 percent of the House of Representatives. All aspects of SIU shipping—deep sea, inland. Great Lakes and govern­ ment services—are found among these states. Officials of the AFL-CIO, the nation's federation of unions, are closely monitoring the changes to determine their effect on the in­ terests of working people. As many as 18 seats may be moved from one state to another when the 1990 census figures are tallied. State legislatures will find out by the end of the year how many congressional districts they will have in order to draw new boundaries based on census data concerning the nation's popula­ tion and where they live. The census is taken every 10 years as mandated by the nation's Constitution. One of the primary reasons for the count is to pro­ portionately distribute the 435 members of the House of Repre­ sentatives among the 50 states. The data collected also is used for drawing local legislative boundaries within the states as well as information used in allo­ cating billions of dollars from fed­ eral and state programs. Seafarers have the option of listing a location on the shore or a vessel as "home" when filling out the census report. Census forms will be mailed to all households on March 23 as well as every U.S-flag shipping company to make sure every sea­ farer and passenger has a chance to be included. Projected Change In House Districts States projected to gain seats _] States projected to lose seats No expected change �•-I'sitijSv}: •- c. T-/;' '"• , . '^"'r/•^•''::• .-f." I'- •'••". , "• ''•;A'V-' '". .'A. A- A' A:,-AA-A'/:' -^ • • • '•' • •'.•'Cr.-^'f.V . Bivw RMMS Tiwie Rw If IM Hedge on U.S. -• ;•: -Av. Senator John Breaux (D-LA) took his campaign to keep mari­ time off the agenda of the world trade talks, known as General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT), to the Senate Finance Committee last month. , At a hearing in which U.S. Trade Representative Carla Hills was presenting testimony on the up­ coming GATT negotiations, Breaux submitted remarks critical of any possible inclusion of mar­ itime in the next rounds of trade talks. Breaux's strong statement re­ minded the trade representative, who serves as the prime negotiator for American interests in GATT meetings, that President Bush, in campaign statements and in his administration's approval of the National Sealift Policy, has indi­ cated the administration's support for protecting the interests of the American merchant marine. He noted that during the 1988 election campaign, the Bush plat­ form said "preservation of the integrity of the U.S. maritime in­ dustry shall be a priority in all international trade negotiations, including the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade." Breaux also pointed out that the Bush administration-approved National Sealift Policy affirms the U.S. "shall ensure that interna­ tional agreements protect our nar tional security interests and do not place U.S. industry at an unfair competitive disadvantage in world markets." Inclusion of maritime in the GATT negotiations would be in­ consistent with the administra­ tion's pledge to support the U.S.flag merchant marine, said Breaux. Discussing waterbome transpor­ tation services in the GATT talks could lead to trade agreements that could undermine or render extinct such pro-maritime laws as the Jones Act and cargo prefer­ ence, Breaux noted. The Louisiana senator said the Congress had a strong record of keeping maritime out of trade pacts, citing the example of the U.S./ Canadian Free Trade Agreement of 1987 that excluded waterborne transportation from its scope. "I had hoped that the adminis­ tration would have listened to the Congress and learned from the prior administration, that mari­ time transportation was absolutely not a subject for these talks," Breaux told the Finance Commit­ tee, Hill's remarks to the Senate committee did not address Breaux's concerns. The U.S. trade repre­ sentative limited her comments to general aspects of trade and of­ fered no specifics concerning mar­ itime services. Breaux is a sponsor of a Senate resolution asking U.S. Trade Rep­ resentative Carla Hills to exclude maritime services from any GATT agendas and to oppose any pro­ posals by other nations to discuss waterbome transit during the trade talks. As of last month, Breaux's resolution had 26 cosponsors. Similar legislation in the House had 135 cosponsors. GATT is a multilateral treaty established in 1948 to end discrim­ inatory trade practices, reduce trade barriers and eliminate de­ vices which distort free competi­ tion in the world market. Cur­ rently 96 countries subscribe to the treaty, including the United States. ' -h.iW ' -•41 ; • -y. ' - -.i:. • V' - •. :v-1 "• Lundebera Elected Head of SUP Continued from page I instmmental in the 1938 formation of the SIUNA and its afhliated districts. Until this election, Paul Demp­ ster had served as SUP president for 12 years. As a result of a referendum on the ballot, four official SUP posi­ tions were eliminated: Vice Pres­ ident, San Francisco Business Agent No; 3, Tanker Business Agent at San Francisco and the Business Agent position out of Wilmington (CA). San Francisco Business Agents Duane Hewitt and Kaj Kristensen were reelected. The following port agents were elected: Seattle—^John Battles, Wilmington—William "Bill" Berger, Honolulit—Peter Oh, and New Orleans—Henry Johansen. All were incumbents. The open po­ sition of Seattle Business Agent was filled by Charlie Russo who was one of six candidates seeking the position. The membership and pension­ ers voted for five SUP Building Corporation Tmstees. Among the 14 candidates running for the po­ sitions, the following five received the highest number of votes: John Battles, Paul Dempster, Duane Hewitt, Kaj Kristensen and Gunnar Lundeberg. SUP members approved 11 AAA'"; m.-': : 44.44 Gunnar Lundeberg amendments to the organization's constitution. One change to the union's shiping rules was adopted. The SUP membership also consid­ ered a wide range of proposals. A total of 2,000 ballots were counted in this biennial SUP elec­ tion. The Sailors Union of the Pacific is based in San Francisco. Its mem­ bers are primarily unlicensed sea­ men sailing in the deck department. The SUP is an affiliate of the Seafarers International Union of North America. The SUP's roots go back to 1885 when it was known as the Coast Seamen's Union. One Of its early leaders was Andrew Furuseth. He was instrumental in developing and bringing into law the Seamen's Act of 1915 which set minimum health and safety standards for sea­ farers. Hathaway Appolnteil to FMC Panei Pi ,-. . . '• - .1;. "'A A "'A' - By voice vote last month, the Senate approved the nomination of William D. Hathaway to serve on the Federal Maritime Commis­ sion (FMC). Hathaway repre­ sented his home state of Maine in the House from 1965 to 1972 and in the Senate from 1973 to 1978. During his terms in the House, Hathaway served on the Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee. Recently he has been an attorney for the firm of Patton, Boggs & Blow, based in Washington, DC. The FMC is responsible for reg­ ulating waterbome foreign and do­ mestic commerce. It serves as the watchdog agency for shipping conferences and assures that only rates on file with the Commission are charged. The panel assures that U.S. international trade ds open to all nations on a fair and equitable basis and approves agreements under the authority of the Shipping Act of 1916. The Commission is an inde­ pendent agency established in 1%1 by President John F. Kennedy to keep regulatory functions separate from maritime promotional activ­ ities conducted by MarAd. Marine Firemen Hold Convention Upcoming contract negotiations with American President Lines and Matson were among the items discussed by delegates and officers of the Marine Firemen, Oilers, Watertenders and Wipers Association (MFOW) during their convention held earlier this year. The MFOW, an affiliate of the Seafarers International Union of North America, repre­ sents unlicensed engineers. Pictured at the convention are MFOW delegates, the organization's president, H. "Whitey" Disley (center) and SlU Vice President George McCartney (second from left). TRANSCOM Commander Wants Aid for Seaiift Capability General Hansford T. Johnson, commander in chief of the U.S. Transportation Command (TRANSCOM), informed the Sen­ ate Armed Services Committee last month about the need for strengthening the U.S. merchant marine. "The continued erosion of our sealift capability is a national problem which po^es a significant threat to the security of this coun­ try," Johnson said. The reason a strong merchant marine is so important, he added, is that it wQuld "deliver approxi­ mately 95 percent of all dry cargo and 99 percent of all petroleum products" to U.S. armed forces in any major overseas deploy­ ment. "Without an adequate sealift capability, unilateral military ac­ tions may not be feasible, while alliance actions and a credible de­ terrent posture would be weak­ ened," he told the committee. Johnson oversees the global sea, land and air transportation needed by U.S. military forces. The three main components of TRANSCOM are the commands of Military Sealift, Military Airlift and Mili­ tary Traffic Management. The Military Sealift Command provides shipping for the Depart­ ment of Defense. It comprises the second largest command in TRANSCOM. With the fall of Communism and the decrease of possible war in Eastern Europe, the general said the military now considers Third World countries in Asia, the Mid­ dle East, Africa and Latin Amer­ ica as potential conflict points. "We must maintain the capability to strike swiftly, at the time and place of our choosing, with over­ whelming force." V '' 4 • 1 • , �,S/ /^> it ,' ai:^.':..>i);;.Vi^;b^;, 0'-, SiAfMERSm ^ 0--^yW^ Great Lakes SlU Memliers Upgrade Skills During Winter •, ;• ;'3fi®Sjf iiatS 33 '3331,?.:?®!'?" • - " • llisil®-''' Lundeberg School instructor K.C. Taylor (kneeling) works with Great Lakes SlU members in the AB class. Pictured from left to right are Rich Strongman, Robert Wagoner and Brian Wagoner as they hone their rope handling skills. ir • . ^ -.r'fc- - ; .r.,-1. ••, •(;.• = X#- I'f •\ ' ' "V, V4- •' ... 's: - H 'i" It is late February. As ice chunks float down the St. Clair River past the SIU hall in Algonac, MI, more than a dozen Great Lakes SIU members are taking advantage of the break in shipping to upgrade at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Earlier this month, five of the Great Lakes upgraders took a moment of their free time to talk with a represen­ tative of the Seafarers LOG. "I want to upgrade to get out of the cargo hold," said Brian Wagoner, who has been sailing for 12 years. "It opens doors," added Rich Strongman, a 15-year vet­ eran. Both Wagoner and Strongman as well as Wagoner's brother, Robert, are upgrading from ordi­ nary seamen to able bodied sea­ men. All agree that the time they have spent studying has beert very useful. In addition to learning the course material, the Great Lakes seamen have picked up some deep sea lingo. "The terminology between salt water and Great Lakes is differ­ ent," Brian Wagoner noted. "We've learned the salt water terms and then apply them to the Lakes." AB David Barber works with a variety of machine tools in the Lundeberg School's welding course. - li- ••fi-u./J '.,• Several of the Great Lakes stu­ dents also have sailed on deep sea vessels. One of the major distinc­ tions between the two sailing re­ gions is the type of waves expe­ rienced. "On the Lakes, the ships take a continuous pounding. They are shorter waves on'the Lakes, but they are always there. One ^ter another beats the hell out of the ship. Also ice can affect the ship's stability," said Wagoner. All, however, agree with Page anii-;K^yin\ Blaau work Undeiiieath a sh^ of ice on the <teck of the My Hr Lee White, Winter's Fury The MV H. Lee White was trying to make one more voyage through the Great Lakes before tying up for the winter. However, the ydhds ; nid tempemfures gave the waterway a most imcooperative spirit. Jeff Stockman, an SIU member since 1984, Was onboard the White - i when die bulk carrier was surrounded by ice while trying to sail ^ : through the Straits of Mackinac, located between Lake lluion aiid| Lake Michigan, just after Christmas. f; Stockman said the American Steamship vessel was trapped for a couple of days because of the conditions caused by the weather. After the hold-up, icebre^er vessels cut a path in the waterway for the White to follow. The wait provided Stockman, a Michigan native, with ;|!an ppportunity to capture the severity of the ice on Hhn. Stockman, who is currently upgrading to AB at the. Lundeberg School, provided his photos to the Seafarers LOG. ^' ' Page Kurtz adds the finishing touches to the cake she baked as part of her training in the second cook and baker course. Kurtz, who is up^ading to second cook. "Summer is great up there," she said, "going through the is­ lands, even Lake Superior (the northernmost lake in the chain of five)." The group noted late winterearly spring and late fall-early win­ ter can produce some truly nasty storms over the Great Lakes. "The example everybody knows is the Edmund Fitzgerald because of the song," Kurtz said. The Edmund Fitzgerald was a U.S. Steel Com­ pany vessel that sank November 10, 1975 in a Lake Superior gale, taking the lives of all the crew. It was memorialized in a ballad sung by the well-known singer Gordon Lightfoot. The kind of gales that hit the Fitzgerald are known throughout the Lakes. Great Lakes seafarers say they are fierce and they seem to blow out of nowhere. David Barber, a 20-year veteran Continued on page 13 �laws#*®.* . ."il',; ¥m ' y.''f • ^•'']V-:V'' •'' ';'"'kk' Hummo 'f; 1*':•>•; ,^;iS';-- '•' i,: The USNS Walter S. Diehl came out of Louisiana's Avondale yards almost two years ago. Yet, at first look when one approaches the replenishment oiler, it is hard to believe the vessel has sailed. The decks are spit-shine clean. The house floors are scuff ftee. It is hard to find anything out of place, and the crew is very proud of that fact. Nomattermwhatdepartmenl(dak,engine or steward) the ciewmember works, he or she is veiy happy to talk about the DieH which serves the MUitaiy Seaiift Command Pacific fieet. The unlicensrf departm^ts are crewed by the SIU's Government Services Division. Chief Electrician Vernon L. Jordan pointed to the date on the name plaque on the deck"We've been all over, but you sure couldn't tell it by the way she looks," he bragged. "V;;F,: /' Watch AB Robert Coleman checks the visitors' log. -If, Third Steward Edmundo N. Lorenzana looked around the gall'ey as dinner was being seiYed. Should he or one of the galley gang members find anything — including a leaf of lettuce in the salad bar—out ofplace,itistaken care of immediately. "We're all proud of the way the ship looks," Lorenzana said. "We want to keep it that way," '•J k-'k m , I"""" Alton Wghtower noted ST®®.'" «>•<•«•'«»>" fo' the engme depar^nt. Sure ^ « wmdow, appeared spotless. "Everyone on here knows his job,", said Bosun/Mate Arthur Luellen. "But they go a step further. We know what it will take to keep the ship looking sharp and we're willing to do it." . .• .'• •• V'. u jK:;. . I-. .Vs •'Tv: ' -/ •: K* CREW IS PROUD TO BE Bosun/Mate Arthur Lueiien gets ready to leave the USNS Diehl (or shore time. Chief Cook Abe SInigiar waits for another order during dinner on the USNS Diehl. Sfi. . * f.".»' , 'j -'I-- •> • •H: Chief Electrician Vemon L Jordan Oeft) looks over the MSCPAC agreement with Port Employee Raleigh Minix. PART OF THE NEW DIEHL '/.• -..r'', Steward/Utiiity Arthur Hood takes care in storing the provisions needed for meals. "V" . 'j 'n ^• • - •'•k-k: • ; y ;V 'ik; ' '-V.' X'Ji'A k-'C- Junior Engineer Alton Hightower and Third Engineer irvin Levy work the controls in the Diehl's engine room. 'X ."i Taking a break from the hustle In the galley are (from the left, seated) Steward/Utilities Arthur Hood, Eugenio Maiiari and Tom Briones, (standing) Third Steward Emundo N. Lorenzana and Steward/Utilities Rolando T. Mota and George Trawick. Carpenter Oscar Dukes (iefl) asks SiU Government Services Division Port Employee Raleigh Minix (right) about the new MSCPAC agreement while Wiper/Engineer Rick Hines (center) listens. F-'-- - • �";V-| f'V-;. . '-[y, mmtrntno Over 600 Seafarers Order SPAD T-Shirts f/-r, ; ^ V Letters to the Editor Jack Smith Enjoys Reminiscing 1 4, - v-: . . ,,.- I • : '' :l-'' To the Editor: Recently, after reading a copy of the Seafarers LOG, I want to let you know of my appreciation for sending me a copy of this interesting paper through the year. I sailed in the SIU from 1945 through 1951. . . At that time, I upgraded and sailed as third mate with Masters, Mates and Pilots Association (old Robin Line ships) until going into the Navy in 1954 through 1956. Since retiring from the SIU I have faithfully received and thoroughly enjoyed the Sea­ farers LOG. Several years ago, I retired from the federal government, but I still enjoy reminiscing of the "trips and ships" experienced in my youth. Reading the LOG is always re­ freshing and interesting. I plan to visit the new SIU headquarters in the near future and to drop this off at that time. Thanks again for retaining me on the mailing list. Good luck and "steady as she goes" to the staff and membership of the Seafarers Intemation^ (Union). Jack G. Smith Frederick, Maryland of the U.S. Army's Pacific Fleet, especially members of the 301st Coast Artillery Transport Guard Detachment, ship and gun crew Command #1, and the 35th Trans­ portation Corps boat group. . . More than 600 Seafarers have requested the new SIU/SPAD tshirt since it became available at the first of the year. "The response has been tremendous," said SIU Secretary-Treasurer Joe DiGiorgio during his report to the March membership meeting in the port of Piney Point, MD. "We are hearing from members all over the country." Along with the t-shirt orders, DiGiorgio has been receiving many letters from SIU members and Claude J. Backes Livermore, California Editor's Note: Retired Army CSM Claude J. Backes can be reached at his home address of822 Teton Court; Livermore, CA 94550. 7 have been donating to SPAD for 20 years .. . love the t-shirts/ Government Must Correct Injustice Faced by 'Notch Kids' To the Editor: (I am writing concerning) . . . "Notch kids" like myself and yourself, if you were bom in the years 1917 through 1921. I realize that our goverament is waiting for "normal attrition" to take its toll, before giving us our "bonus" in this matter just as it did in the "veterans' rights" issue for (those of) us (in the merchant marine) who served in World War 11... . . .1 tmst you'll do all you can for us, as many of us are "notch babies." pensioners. Brother George Al­ pine wrote from his Hudson, FL home, "I'm sending for your free t-shirt. . . I like to let the folks in Florida know what a fine union the SIU is—^the best—as I'm proud to have been a Seafaring man." Brother R. East of Ozark, AL said, "I would be proud to wear a shirt to let the world know I belong to a fine union." Clarence L. Cousins Butler, Pennsylvania Amiy Pacific Fleet Members Wanted for Reunion in '90, '91 fyfgM;P0Z To the Editor: I had the honor of serving with a unique group of soldiers during World War II who were assembled and organized right after Pearl Harbor to act as machine gunners on merchant ships. My unit op­ erated primarily out of Australia, carrying ammunition and supplies to New Guinea and other islands of the Pacific. I am now, belatedly, trying to locate enough former members to form a reunion for 1990 or'91... (I am) seeking former members Baby Bond Process Is Sbmililiod Editor's Note: The term "notch babies" used by Brother Cousins in the letter above, refers to in­ dividuals who receive lower Social Security benefits because they were born between 1917 and 1921. This inequity was a result of a law passed in 1977 that established a new method of calculating social security benefits. Last year, legislation known as the Notch Baby Act of 1989—HR 181 was introduced in Congress. The bill seeks to bring "notch babies" Social Security benefits in line with the ones currently being received by men and women who were born before 1917. State birth certificates for a live birth no longer are needed when filing for a Seafarers baby bond or maternity benefits. Thanks to a recent change in the Seafarers Welfare Plan all that is required is a copy of the certif­ icate of live birth supplied by the hpspital. In the past, some mem­ bers have had to wait more than one year to acquire a state birth certificate. This had effectively eliminated the chance to acquire a $50 baby bond. When filing for a baby bond. Seafarers should keep in mind that the same rules for paying mater­ nity benefits apply for the bond. A member must have 120 days in the previous calendar year and one LOG-A-RHYTHM 'ip yy-y^':.:'.yiy'' •• .••*vi . *• ... .'.-^ Vv. '.•., •:••• In thanking the union for the tshirt, Brother Marvin Earl James said, "I am just writing to say that I'm very proud to be a member of SIU. If there is something that I can do to help my union or SPAD, please let me know. I am very proud of the way you are running things in Washington, DC. . . ." Requests have come in from SIU family members as well. A surviving father of a late Seafarer asked to be sent a t-shirt so he can wear it in his Washington state nursing home. Brother Ronnie Bond asked for an extra t-shirt for his wife, "If possible could an extra t-shirt be sent for my wife. . . I've been donating to SPAD for 20 years and I love the idea of the t-shirts." The shirts, which are union made, feature a full color logo of the SIU on the front. "Politics Is Pork Chops SPAD" is printed on the back. The sizes are small, medium, large and extra-large. They are available by filling out the coupon located within "this is­ sue of the Seafarers LOG and returning it to the office of the secretary-treasurer. DiGiorgio noted there still are plenty of shirts available for those who have not ordered one. day in the last six months at both the time of conception and the time of delivery. The copy of the certificate of live birth and proof of seatime may be submitted to the local union hall or can be sent directly to the Seafarers Welfare Plan, Claims Department, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Please be advised that processing takes several months before the bond will be sent to the member, SO please be patient. In order for continued depend­ ent coverage, members still are required to send a copy of the state birth certificate to the Claims Department within one year of the date of birth. Love at Sea ^ by Tammy Padgett (This poem is dedicated to SIU member Lance Padgett who currently sails aboard the USNS Kane as a GSU.) .4}c; •- .-v'f .)''•" As you stand upon the ship, and gaze across the ocean. You know that soon you'll feel a gift God gave in Motion. Then morning comes, the sun has shown, the flight of a distant dove, A sign from God, to remind you, that here at home you're loved. And when you do return, you'll be sure to see. How fast that empty feeling, will soon be sure to leave. To help you to the end, "'.S you know you must believe. That special sign from God, was meant for you and me. •. r- •• Sii AB and Son Greet Friends , • AB Tillman Churchman provided the Seafarers LOG with the above photo. Pictured with Brother Churchman in his Chicago, IL home is his two-year-old-son, Andrew. AB Churchman sends the following greeting, "We would like to say hello to all of our friends around the world. Smooth salingl" t ^ i'i: �j' mRCHim ' • 1vi'i" :;• ' •/:."• •'•-v^;X;axxx-;'XSi xx> 'X'W, ' 1 > !• ' • ^ 13 '' - A' lif;- i-.y.- -fe %"' •.'' XX •XxX'X.f^'-''^;X'x:X&Xx&XX' Lakes Season Begins Early Fereuza Gifford is surrounded by "her boys" in the Government Services Division hall in San Francisco as they wait for jobs. In the front row from the left are Tali Feliciano, Gifford and Wayman Sellers. In the rear from the left are Ernie Woodman, Roland Blanchette, Mack Davis and Ricky Grant. Adventuresome 72-Year-Old Still Sailing, Telling Sea Stories Since her first ship in 1948, 72year-old Fereuza Gifford, a mem­ ber of the SIU Government Serv­ ices Division, has been in and out of adventures. fchit':>M",;;:.;:;v;:,: :bii • She has come close to death, experienced fearsome Pacific storms, met a king and earned a college degree during her career as a merchant mariner. Fereuza Gifford calls herself "the most experienced in terms of age" active member of the Government Services Division. Please don't call her "the oldest." "I am not ashamed of my age," Sister Gif­ ford said. "I was born in 1917 on May 4." Gifford not only is proud to be a 72-year-old mariner, but she also is bullish about the contributions senior citizens can make to their communities. "Older people should be viewed as a national treasure. They have so much they can teach to younger people. As you become older, you become an asset to you and your ;-,V',.'b': bbcommunity because the older you get the more you have to use your mind." Gifford is registered to ship at the entry level in the steward de­ partment although the highest rat­ ing she holds is a cook/baker sec­ ond class. Although her dream is to become a helmsman, she grudg­ ingly realizes she may not become an able seaman. "I'm nbt strong enough to carry stores because I'd wear myself out, so I'm sticking to the galley." Her latest vessel was the USNS DeSteiguer, operated by Mi^ Ship. According to Raleigh Minix, SIU Government Services Divi­ sion port employee in San Fran­ cisco, the union received glowing reports of her work. "We were told she did a good job while aboard. We also heard ^'1': that she tells great stories that ^•^'V .1; •' ' ' keep the entire crew entertained," Minix said. iiSfc- Earning Her Degree Eight years ago, at the age of 64, Fereuza obtained an associates degree in geography from the Community College of San Fran­ cisco, proving that an individual is never too old to continue learn­ ing. "I got an A in physics. I'm always willing to study. I just wanted to show that I could do it." Her advice to new members going to sea is to leam as much as you can. "You can't pick up everything on one voyage. Get what you can. Remember, pa­ tience is a virtue." One of her most interesting trips was her first voyage which took her from California, across the Pacific with several stops, to the Philippines. "It was 1948," Gifford recalled. "I became interested in sailing while I was working at Mare Island (Vallejo), CA during the war. The old USS Sacramento had been purchased by a foreign company and renamed the Fermena. There were crewmembers from all over the world onboard. So, my late ex-husband, my daughter (Patri­ cia, then 6 years old) and I went onboard for a six-month trip." Although Gifford sailed in the steward department, she quickly gained an interest in navigation procedures. After taking night lunch up to the bridge, "I would stay up there," Gifford remem­ bered. "I was fascinated by the work they were doing on the bridge." The experience was the beginning of Gilford's life-long passion for sailing. The Fermena was loaded with men and women going back to the Philippines to be repatriated after working in the United States to escape the Japanese during World War II. It was towing the ferry Angel Island as well as a load of telephone poles for India. "I did a lot of crazy things then. My girlfriend and I used a sound­ ing line to catch a shark. We needed a winch to bring it in. That Shark made 'Jaws' look sick," recalled Gifford, mentioning the name of two Hollywood thriller movies about a man-eating shark. Later, in that same voyage of 1948, the vessel docked at Ulithi Atoll in the western Pacific. While on the atoll, Gifford was unknowContinued on page 16 x.'xt;?:;4xx , x"'X« ..1 Able Seaman Howard Herold (left) listens while Bosun Charlie Neigebaur registers at the Algonao counter. Some Great Lakes members returned to their vessels late last month as the waten^/ays started thawing almost a month early this year. Winter Upgrading Continued from page 10 on the Lakes, recalled a Christmas Eve 1973 rescue attempt off Stoneport Harbor, MI. "We were on the Steamer McKee Sons when we received a report of man over­ board from a Cleveland Cliffs ves­ sel near us. It sent out a lifeboat to rescue the sailor. The temper­ ature was in the 20s. The decks were icy and the winds rough. ''The lifeboat had six erewmembers and a mate. They couldn't find the man and couldn't get back to their ship. We had to maneuver to rescue the lifeboat. The resr cuers were lightly dressed wearing on their chests just the tops of their insulated underwear. Con­ ditions were so cold that the flare gun the mate tried to fire exploded in his face. We took all of them to the hospital in shock from the conditions. They were lucky to be rescued. We never found the man who went over." Barber and Kurtz are husband and wife. Barber joined his wife * at the Lundeberg, School so he could take the ship handling sim­ ulator and welding courses. He said the simulator course helped him become more "knowledge­ able" and expressed his wish that the course would last longer than two weeks. Barber had upgraded to able seaman in the winter of 1974 and this was his first visit to the school since then. "It is difficult for peo­ ple with families to come here during the winter to upgrade after sailing for eight or nine months, but they should try," he added. Barber and Kurtz sailed to­ gether last winter on the Indepen­ dence in Hawaii, but they missed the Lakes and returned home. Af­ ter that experience, Kurtz swore she would never sail again. But it wasn't long before she shipped out again. The couple sees each other about once every 30 days. Barber has a permanent job and Kurtz sails as a relief. "That's all I want to do for now," she adds. The two com­ municate by way of personal cel­ lular phones when one or both are sailing. "We used to have to talk on ship-to-ship radios. No telling how many people listened to our conversations." All of the Great Lakes SIU members said they too have on occasion thought about lodking for land-based work. But they've found that "sailing is like a sicknessonce you get started you don't want to give it up," explained Brian Wagoner. "Yes, you can't wait to see everybody again," added Robert Wagoner. 'A'i'A''') Am i:'' • • X!'- . . j-p-.- ••'XXHX: %" •'X'XXX;:I^SXXX;XXX:XXX-XXX . Am-A ;; • • m X vX'X-XX ' •X"3fix--„. 'XX^'X;XX%#|;^ ;• " %xxrf-IX ;!'Xx;i' '''''X X'' .?• More Aid Sent to Hugo Victims Four trailers loaded with lumber and supplies have been sent to the victims of Hurricane Hugo from the Jacksonville SIU hall since the storm left thousands of people In the U.S. Virgin Islands without homes. SIU Assistant Vice President George RIpoll reported that the SlU's efforts In Jacksonville were aided by Holmes Lumber, Dr. Les Warren and the Luther Rice Seminary, the city's association of Baptist churches, radio talk show host Andy Johnson and public service announcements run by several radio stations. Pictured above are (from left) lumber yard manager Eric Quinones, QMED Kenneth Larry Hart, Holmes Lumber owner Lockwood Holmes and SIU Port Employee James B. 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S'-^-yy-. ..- •*• ,•> 'A--^/^' - :.v^=•"•::.., '.-' , -V^*V^ Tanker Loading Plan Would Eiiminale Spills W'S& •'y-y f \ : •• -4:f [ ft I Could Be Pui lnto Effect Immediately Added Benefits ^-r -h'h . ..-,,_;i">--^'..' •A--'.I L...---.-v^-1 i|iiil|pisi 7,: ,• .• .(IV •, • • •'•'•Jf-iyj':'''i • 'y'. <•: :: In the midst of the debate on the safety of trans­ porting oil by ship comes a proposal for loading tank­ ers in a maimer that would effectively eliminate extensive oil spills from holes caused when a ship be­ comes grounded, such as the Exxon Valdez incident in March of last year. Congress, prodded by public concem over environ­ mental damages caused by oil spills, is barrelling down the double hull/double bottom track, a costly plan that would take years to implement. In addition, the issue as to whether a double bottom will make a tanker a safer vessel has not been resolved. While policy makers continue to debate the issue, George Blake, executive vice president of Maritime Overseas Corporation (MOQ, has advanced a solu­ tion that could be put into effect immediately. Blake's company, MOC, is the operating agent for one of the world's largest independent tanker fleets known as Overseas Shipholding Group (OSG) which owns 16 U.S.-flag tankers crewed by unlicensed members of theSIU. Blake's proposal applies a simple principle of phys­ ics to prevent leakage from a ship carrying oil in the event of a grounding. The beauty of the plan is that while the new construction or retrofitting of tankers will take years, this proposal can be instituted with very few modifications of existing vessel structures. Blake, a mechanical and marine engineer, has de­ veloped a plan by which tankers would load oil to the point that the weight of the oil carried equals the pres­ sure of the seawater surrounding the vessel. In a speech to Lloyd's Technical Conference in London last year, Blake explained, "To protect against oil spills resulting from groundings, we propose that the cargo loaded be limited such that the cargo is hydrostatically balanced by the seawater outside." Hydro­ statics is a branch of physics which concerns the pressure and equilibrium of water and other liquids. Congressman William "Billy" Tauzin (D-LA), in a presentation to his fellow representatives during a floor debate last November on the issue of double bot­ toms, put forward Blake's proposal. "What OSG de­ termined was that the amount of oil that came out of the Exxon Valdez was exactly equivalent to the mmAGE amount of oil that was loaded above the water line, above the craft depth line of the ship, and it was equal to the amount because of the hydrostatic balance be­ tween the oil in the tanker and the pressure of the sea­ water," Tauzin explained, referring to the over 10 million gallons of oil spilled from an Exxon company vessel into the Prince William Sound off of Alaska. In the Exxon Valdez case, Tauzin said, it was the amount of oil above the water line that came out of the tanker when it was ripped at the bottom. Under the Blake proposal, a tanker's ballast tanks would be filled with water permanently. Oil, which is lighter than water, would be loaded slightly higher than the water line. This would create a hydrostatic balance between the fluids in the tanker and the sea­ water surroimding the vessel. Tauzin points out, "The effect is that if there is a rip of the vessel on the bot­ tom, very little oil would come out of it on the scien­ tific basis of hydrostatic balance." With an equilibrium achieved between the cargo of the tanker and the sea water, in the event of a hole there would be no outflow of oil. Proponents of the proposal do note, however, that "wave action and cur­ rents would have subsequent effect, but the initial out­ flow would be zero, and time would be given for further protective action." Blake estimates that implementation of his pro­ posal would allow tankers to fill up to 80 percent of capacity, as opposed to today's standard carriage of cargo at 98 percent capacity. Blake advised the group assembled in London, "We have also assessed the loss of carrying capacity resulting from the adoption of our proposal in our ships which include non-SBT, SBT and PL/SBT vessels. It comes to an average of 20 percent based on summer draft, normal fuel and 'other weights' and a cargo of SG 0.878 -— the loss would be reduced slightly with lighter cargoes. Obvi­ ously individual ships vary depending on the number and dimensions — particularly breadth — of tanks." (SBT means segregated ballast tanks and PL/SBT stands for protectively located/segregated ballast tanks. Blake also refers to the specific gravity of oil which is 0.878, compared to seawater's specific grav­ ity of 1.025.) Il^or to 1970, tankers consists of side by side cai^o tanks, without dedicated and separate t^astl tanks (diagram1). The 1973 tanker had minimal dean ballast and slop tanks (diagram 2). As a result jof international standards estabifehed in 1978, known as MAKPOL, tankers in use were retrofitted lynth segregated ballast tanks (dii^;ram 3) and new tankem w^ere buQt with protectively located and' |cegregated ballast tanks (PL/SBT's) (dia^am 4). Souree; Muitiffie OvcneK CmpontiM^ %':4 ' • ',<* i INDICATES SEAWATER INDICATES CRUDE OIL " ( 1' INDICATES SEAWATER USED IN BALLAST TANKS INDICArES SLOP TANKS AND EMPTY BALLAST TANK^ In addition, Blake believes there would be added benefits to the tanker industry if his plan is adopted. First, corrosion in ballast tanks would be reduced. He notes corrosion occurs in uncoated ballast tanks pri­ marily under two circumstances — during the first few days until the cathodic protection system can reach polarizing potential and during the loaded pas­ sage when the humid salt-laden atmosphere allows corrosion to proceed when the anodes are ineffective. "By leaving the tanks full permanently, the cath­ odic protection will not have to re-establish itself every ballast passage and will remain effective during the laden passages. Alternatively, passivated water could be used," he told the Lloyd's conference partici­ pants. Secondly, Blake believes fatigue failures that cause structural damage to a ship would be reduced. "Most tankers have ballast tanks which have cargo tanks on three sides... During laden and ballast passages, there­ fore, the stresses across the bulkheads are almost com­ pletely reversed. With permanent ballast the degree of stress variation would be signiEcantly reduced and, with it the risk of fatigue failure," Blake said in Lon­ don. Thirdly, the proposal "can be instituted at short no­ tice since the ballast can be taken aboard and the valves closed, with any modifications to piping, etc., being deferred until the next scheduled drydocking." Blake said his company had made a preliminary evaluation of what co^d be termed the "sloshing" ef­ fect of the oil, as the cargo holds would not be filled to the top. MOC studied the "likelihood of damage re­ sulting from 'sloshing' due to slack loading of the tanks." Blake reported that the company "can conErm that we do not foresee any problem in this re­ gard." Blake's proposal has been submitted to the U.S. Coast Guard and is one of several tanker safety plans being considered by the National Academy of Sci­ ences for its study on the best methods for transport­ ing oil by vessel due to be published next fall. Blake and MOC also have presented the plan to other indus­ try officials, members of the House and Senate and representatives of the administration. (10,000 deadweight toios and over) 95,400 COMPARISON OF LARGEST TANKERS; RYYEAR mM In tanker groundings, such as the one that occurred when die Exxon Valdez hit a reef in Alaska's Prince William Sound last year, the initial outflow of oil results from the difference in the equilibrium between the cargo and the surrounding seawater. The greater the difference, the greater the outflow. Today's modem tankers are filled with crude to 98 percent capacity arid have an exposed surface of close to 30 feet above the water line. Pictured in the first diagram is a modern T?* " tanker filled to 98 percent ca^ pacity in Us cargo holds, with empty ballast tanks. Under the Blake proposal, the quantity of loaded oil would be limited to tlw point where it's pressure is ffalanced by the seawater outside. Seawater's specific gravity (better described as the ratio of its density to that of water) is 1.025 and oil's specific gravity is 0.878, making it the lighter fluid. This allows for a tanker to fill its cargo slightly above the water line. However, if the ballast tanks are left empty while carrying cargo, as por­ trayed in this diagram, the Blake proposal would not be practical because the op­ erating costs for this amount of oil would be pro­ hibitive. '4...^jlj| 7:1 ^ -j ^ V / -.:rr onflows outmtil the pressure of the remaining oil inthe tanker vs in bah once with the pressure of s theseawater. « 13 The sototion, according to the Bledce y^ proposal, is to keep the ballast tanks filled at all times, including voyages when the tanker is carrying oil The cargo could therefore be brought into equilibrium with the seawater. As pictured in this dia­ gram, this will allow a tanker to carry oil to 80 percent capacity. ?v r^:\yy-'mr > .1 ! y-Byy 7' IN DEADWEIGHT TONS I - < WORO) TANKER SIZES . :>' •-• " -'t'V-V. •• '-KC' {v-A, .v.y �HiKS '''• SIAFARCRS 106 Safety Boanl's IWo-Year Study Detennines Foreign-Flag Cnilse Ships Are Unsafe M -i^ •' ' I?. m '• • •/ t The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has rec­ ommended significant changes in the safety and emergency proce­ dures aboard foreign-flag passen­ ger ships that sail with U.S. pas­ sengers from U.S. ports. The two-year study, conducted by the nation's transportation safety watchdog agency, reviewed several near disasters within the foreign-flag cruise industry in or­ der to amend the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) requirements. The NTSB suggests that: • Ships need to regulate Are safety on vessels. It noted the need for crew training and manuals, sprinkler systems and alarms, fire hose standardization and emer­ gency drills and orientation for passengers. • Ships need to eliminate lan­ guage barriers among the crewmembers as well as between the passengers and crew. • Cruise lines need to create an international system to report all accidents and emergencies similar to the International Civil Aviation Organization. • The U.S. Coast Guard should have the authority to investigate accidents in international waters involving foreign-flag passenger ships based at U.S. ports. In reviewing statistics concern­ ing foreign-flag cruise ships, the report states "nearly 50 percent of the foreign-flag passenger ves­ sels seeking entry into the U.S. cruise market in the last two-anda-half years are generally older, modified passenger vessels." The NTSB quotes U.S. Coast Guard Rear Admiral Sipes from a February 1989 speech in Miami. "It means we are seeing a trend toward more and more older ships coming into the U.S. market. This signals to me a potential retro­ grade shift in the safety continuuin, a shift which causes me discomfort. "We must give recognition to the fact that in the rush to carry passengers where passengers are available and willing to pay, older ships, ships lower on the contin^ uum of age and safety, are being pressed into service to meet the demand. The risks to the entire industry are self-evident." The NTSB report covers a failed fire drill inspection onboard the Fort Lauderda(e, FL-based Tropicana that had been conducted by the U.S. Coast Guard in De­ cember 1988. The commanding officer. Marine Inspection OfficeMiami, concluded that the vessel and its owners were "fitting the rules to the vessel" rather than "fitting the vessel to the rules." The Tropicana originally served as a passenger ferry in the English Channel. The vessel entered the U.S. market under a cargo ship safety certificate until it received a Coast Guard Control Verifica­ tion Certificate to carry passen­ gers. The vessel underwent major modifications and in some regards met the latest SOLAS standards. :• •Br George "Frenchy" Ruf as he ap­ peared In this photo taken In the 1940s. The Tropicana was one of several cruise ships the NTSB noted as not complying with the latest safety requirements. The study also listed the rusty Bahamian-flagged ship as having communication problems among the crew as well as between the crew and passengers. while in others it only could meet earlier specifications, according to the report. In a memo concerning the Coast Guard-conducted December 1988 fire drill to the agency's top offi­ cial, the regional office responsible for the exercise reported that they "found demonstration of the crew's skills and knowledge during emer­ gency drills particularly distress­ ing." In reviewing a tape made during the drill, the Coast Guard deter­ mined that crewmembers were not able to communicate with one an­ other: "A mate who spoke Polish had to communicate with a life raft launch team who spoke Span­ ish and understood no commands in Polish." The Bahamian-flagged vessel was preparing to leave on a cruise to nowhere with 1200 U.S. passengers and 125 crewmembers. crewmembers. The Scandinavian Star, part of the Florida-based SeaEscape fleet, also had conununication prob­ lems, according to the report. A total of 27 countries were repre­ sented by the crewmembers. Passengers onboard the Baham­ ian-flagged cruise ship reported problems getting instructions from the crew when the ship caught fire as it was returning to St. Peters­ burg, FL front Mexico on March 15,1988. What follows are some of the statements made by passengers as they discussed the emergency with the safety agency's investigators: • "Most crewmembers we en­ countered could not speak or un­ derstand English." • "The few who spoke English attempted to organize and comfort the passengers, but others (nonEngUsh speaking crew) got in the way. Some crewmembers could not understand each other." • "The firefighting activities were confusing; nobody spoke English so instructions were gestures, not spoken." In pointing out the need for written information to locate life jackets, the NTSB quotes the in­ structions on the boarding passes for the Scandinavian Star: "In case of an emergency remember your ship's officers are highly trained experts, follow their in­ structions carefully and most im­ portant: STAY CALM." The safety agency notes that no other information is available on the Scandinavian Star, leaving pas­ sengers completely dependent on the ship's officers for emergency instructions. The NTSB report cites the prob­ lems encountered by the Coast Guard when it tried to investigate a collision in international waters between the Carnival Cruise Lines' Celebration and a Cuban freighter. The accident, which happened February 1989, left three Cuban seamen dead. Although U.S. citizens made up the majority of passengers aboard the Celebration, Carnival stead­ fastly refused to assist the Coast Guard in an investigation of the cause of the accident and how emergency procedures were han­ dled, the report notes. The transportation safety agency also recommends that the Coast Guard's drug and alcohol rules be applied to foreign-flag passenger ship crews docking in U.S. ports carrying U.S. passengers. The NTSB's report was sub­ mitted to Congress last month. The Merchant Marine Subcom­ mittee of the House Merchant Ma­ rine and Fisheries Committee will hold a hearing on the study March 29. Fereuza GIfford underground along the path used by Gifford probably since the is­ land was retaken by American troops in September 1944, four years earlier. The Japanese sol­ diers were caught by American Marines after the pair tried to capture an island native on the same path used by Gifford. Later in her merchant career, she met the king of Saudi Arabia. Gifford points with pride to a spe­ cial red stamp in her passport. "Not everyone has one of these. Only people invited by the king could have their passports marked like this." Continued from page 13 ingly in great danger. "My daugh­ ter and I would walk between the barracks into the jungle down a path. I don't know why but I always felt we were beii^ watched. The path was so beautiful and we enjoyed it, but I always felt un­ comfortable," she said. Gifford learned of the danger in which she and her daughter had been when, at the Fermena's next stop, the crew heard that two Japanese soldiers had been hiding 'Frenchy' Ruff Dies at 70 George Ruf, book R-1, passed away last month at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship where he had made his home for the past four years. The 70-yearold deck department veteran was a charter member of the SIU. "Frenchy," as he was known throughout the union, was in­ volved in many causes. SIU Ex­ ecutive Vice President Joseph Sacco remembered him as "a professional seaman. He was one of the union's charter members and he played a large part in shap­ ing the SIU into what it is today." The New Jersey native served the union as a seaman, patrolman and organizer before he retired in May 1982. "He was an old friend of mine," recalled George McCartney, SIU West Coast vice president. "I got my book by working with Frenchy when he organized the Cities Serv­ ice tankers in 1949 and '50. We served on the tanker French Creek together and beat the NMU in the election." According to McCartney, Ruf worked with Lindsey Williams, Keith Terpe and Leroy Clarke to organize the Cities Service fleet. Ruf also was an organizer during the Isthmian Lines fight. The Alcoa Sandwich was Ruf s first ship with the SIU. Later, he worked as a patrolman in the port of New York before he upgraded to recertified bosun in 1975 at Piney Point. He last signed off in July 1981 from the Delta Lines' Santa Mercedes. Brother Ruf s remains were cre­ mated. His ashes were scattered during a ceremony February 9 in the St. George's Creek behind the Lundeberg School. 'JJ ^ > 1 I - Lundeberg School employees and SIU retirees remember George "Frenchy" Ruf during a memorial service last month. Laying a wreath In the St. George's Creek are (from the left) Tommy Swan, Eddy Glldersleeve, Bill Goddard, William Drew and Frank Capella. , h _ L �MARCH mo 17 SlU Crews on Dixie Tugs Heip Move Baiges ' m'.i 1 \Mons«S| 1 SIU crewmembers on Dixie Carrier tugs find the work fastpaced and exciting as the com­ pany's fleets of barges sail through the Gulf of Mexico to various Southeastern ports. Crewmem­ bers pay special attention to safety procedures in the process known as "fleeting" or the tying and moving of barges together for a voyage. Houston Port Employee Steve Ruiz caught up with several Dixie Carrier crewmembers as they were in the process of fleeting in the staging area near Channelview, TX. Ruiz, who provided these photo^aphs to the Seafarers LOG, said crewmembers reported no beefs and smooth sailing. I . 9 BBC Looking for Bessi­ nter Victory Seafarers Tankerman Johnny Savcida se­ cures a line aboard the Dixie Buc­ caneer. Pilot James Richardson (left) and Pilot Trainee Blaine Kalf view the fleeting procedure from the Dixie Courage. It-;/;, NOTICES -'• W-. y- The British Broadcasting Com­ pany (BBC), a television group based in London, would like to hear from seafarers who sailed on the sNp^ssimer Victory. Among the-dld Victory ship's owners was Waterman Marine. The BBC is filming a documen­ tary that follows the ship from its birth under fire in World War II, to its commercial service in the American merchant marine throughout the *50s, ending with its scrapping in India. The docu­ mentary will air on the BBC's pro­ gram "Forty Minutes." The BBC asks any mariner who sailed at one time on the Bessimer to contact the television compa­ ny's New York office: write or call Lisa Wilde; BBC—New York; 630 Fifth Avenue, Suite 2153; New York. NY 10111; (212) 581-7100. ^ • I.' -a H • .1 ^ 1989 Monies Due Seafarers on American Overseas Marine Ships •.( On the Dixie Traveler, Tankerman Clerhent Mabile (left) and Howard Gros (center) await orders from Pilot James Richardson. Tankerman Dennis T. Boxwell checks a bit on the Dixie Princess to make sure a barge will not break loose as it is moved. •y .->• U' ,. Is- Checks in Jacksonville Union Hall for Members Alexander in Tiptop Shape On 93rd B-Day v.-' - Lt. John P. Bobo PFC Dewayne Williams 1st Lt. Jack Lummus Sgt. William R. Button 1st. Lt. Baldomero Lopez To collect the EPA wage ad­ justment. a Seafarer should submit copies of discharges to the SIU Contract Department; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs. MD 20746. Any individual filing this informa­ tion with the Contract Department should include his/her correct mailing address with the corre­ spondence. •: •••-Vpiiif , All Seafarers who sailed aboard the following vessels during any period from January 1, 1989 through December 31. 1989 are entitled to an EPA wage adjust­ ment: Retired SIU member George Alexander (second from the right) received a clean bill of health when he visited the New York SIU clinic on his 93rd birthday on January 26. Brother Alexander joined the Seafarers when he began sailing in the steward department on the Eastem Saint John in August 1940. The West Indies native was an active participant in many SIU beefs and strike lines over the years. He signed off his last ship, the Sea-Land Brooklyn, as a chief steward in February 1970. He first went to sea in 1921. Joining him at a party in his honor are (from left) Dr. Joseph Mandracchia, Roland Darbonne, Joe Logue Jr.. Dr. Joseph San Filippo, Alexander and Richard Brigham. The following SIU members have company checks awaiting them at the union's hall in Jacksonville. FL: Robert Grace D.R. White Overlooking the operations of the Dixie Valour are Tankerman Rich­ ard Champion (left) and John D. Nolte. Please send a letter with a return address and a copy of valid mer­ chant mariner documents to George Ripoll at the SlU's Jack­ sonville hall; 3315 Liberty Street; Jacksonville. FL 32206. . •' V t'." •7- . •• I a.'. d'',: •, �18 SCAFAKERS LOG ,v Y Dispatchers'Report for Deep Sea Smriarm InHfrnational UnmDinttoiy iW'MAi .r'i •. •' • v •I'-:; :'Y,SSs::/''' . ;l 'Y . py • 'Y'.'v Mr' W: ' ;ALGONAC ' '•-.vv- tusi^Tst ;v.;: • . • . ."- Port New Philadelphia Norfolk MobUe New Orleans TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip RelieCs **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT TO. •>-Yy'; 14 16 3 1 8 5 4 4 12 11 18 6 3 7 6 2 2 3 . 0 2. 20 15 42 6 7 10 2 6 12 "•'wi /•ym Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu 19 7 3 10 2 10 0 0 2 23 7 6 8 0 7 1 0 5 6 3 7 55 20 6 10 4 17 3 0 2 :-^ :• feeksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY , 99 Montgomery St. "VS, W Jersey City, NJ 07302 (4n 435.9424 1.. (201)435-9424 ' ^ *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C -52(^St. Clair RufietJJtt xsi •"' _ Algonac. MI 48001 (313)794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore !SL ^ Baltimore, MD 21202 (301) 327-4900 DULUTH 105 Metiical Arts Btiilding ©uluth, MN 55802 (218) 722-4110 HONOLULU 636 Cooke St. HoO^itt, M 96ilii (808) 523-5434 HOUSTON .- . 1221 Pierce nerce: St. Houston, TX (713) 659-5152 .i" r • FEBRUARY 1-28, 1990 HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 89S^0675 : •:, lifinMfi 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy, (205)478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. New Bedfoid, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 > 630 Jackson Ave. . ft ' ' '' • :;-Hi5W©^fearis, •LA..70I30 (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK ' - • 675 Edurth: Ave.;->': -••• Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK •.'V'Y"' • 115 Third St. s '-.:•. Norfolk, VA 23510 #i- ••• (804)622-1892 iHilLADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St. i)|iyiEideljd|ia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 ^ ' PINEY POINT •itts St. Mary's County Kney Point MD 20674 4"V '.* . ^ (301)994-0010 siipas SAN FRANCISCO 'f-Y-w'"''' TSO.'Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 .(415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fcmmidez Juncos SC Stop 16 .i" Y, ' Santurce, PR 00907 (809)721-4033 ; '..'r-Y-? > ••.y ; ' ^ SEATTLE 2^5 First Ave. r-Y -• M Seattle, WA 98121 J ." YB' • (206)441-1960 ' ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON . 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213)549-4000 . ..O.V -• ^y yyyy'.;! MI "-s ' . . tMMmw . . • - J- < > .< -Ills JRney Point Totab 110 43 20 43 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Port ? . ft'SiiS *,. -V •>;•• -;-;;YYy'. Y.-p .-y '• •yY:;YY:y;ry St. Louis PiiieyjPoini; Totals Port 131 58 35 24 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Philadelphia iBaltimofe Norfolk Mobile New Orleans San Francisco Wilmington ; Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston"''®^ St. Louis Kney Point Totals Totals AU Departments 559 377 274 469 262 221 142 1,106 574 425 *"Total Registered" means the numbier of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of February was down from the month of January. A total of 1,094 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,094 jobs shipped, 469 jobs or about 43 percent were taken by **A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B'' and seniority people. A total of 142 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 11,570 jobs have been shipped. �A' ^.' mKHim 19 Dispatchers* Report for Inland Waters Mwim^ •/••A •alis [ • I.'/ y -^AArS:': [ir •TOTAL REGISTERED hUlns, Maii Myns Pte^Polttt Monday, April 2 New York ; Tuesday, April 3 Philadelphia Wednesday, April 4 Baltimore Thursday, April 5 Norfolk Thursday, April 5 Jacksonville Thursday, April 5 Algonac Friday, April 6 Houston Monday, April New Orleans Tuesday, April 10 'Mobile Wednesday, Aprii 11 San Francisco ; / Thursday, April 12 Wttmiugtou Monday, April 16 Seattle Friday, April 20 San Juan Thursday , April 5 , St, Louis Friday, April 13 Honolulu Friday, April 13 Duiuth Wednesday, April 11 . Jersey Cito Wednesday, April 18 New Bedford Tuesday, April 17 FEBRUARY 1-28, 1990 . \A-\ -'J-A Port New Philadelphis >- w •- v. ' ,r, r- .j TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT • '*<• V Q Q * I 0 0 0 0 0 3 Q --0 0 0 0 0 0 1. i 0 Norfolk Mobile New Orleans •^tW- a ji f cii ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C If V ^k-A'A- Or 0 0 I ' yi# aCKSOnyUlc ,... ill San Francisco fiVi^ilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston 0 14 0 13 '-y.' ,71 0 St. Louis Piney Point 30 Totals , , ^ - •<• I 18 Port New Yor PhUndelphiia i; Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans 0 14 36 0 " ri 99 175 0 • - ,y" X- 67 89 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 0 . s-.' . -'. ) r'-V • •'..c-.., - ' . y.. , .. '4:, -• V V U 1 u u '' •• • • • r A 'v.V". •'i A •• "1 •. ' ,1 -y • •• -i?v--' 'i : M port's megtiag Omit at ItkaOtuH. Personals EDWARD R. DOWNING ALEXANDER TRIBLE JR. ROBERT H. WAGER JR. RAYMOND WAGNER Please contact Jean Wallace of the Wayne Seminoff Company collect at (206)643-7780 concerning the mid-'60s Sea-Trade bankruptcy. ANTOINE JOHNSON GORDON K. MCLAREN HARRY G. MARTINS SANTOS MERCANICA SAMUEL C. WOLDMAN Please contact Jean Wallace of the Wayne Seminoff Company collect at (206)643-7780 concerning the mid-'60s Saphire Steamship Lines bankruptcy. EDDIE SESSIONS Please contact attorney Dan Stew­ art at (904)623-1701. Attorney Stewart says it is very important. ; San Francis Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston ^Sl.':Loiiill BARNEY LOANE Please contact your mother, Jane Loane, at (301) 335-0640 or (301) 342-9288. Or write to 7142 Cun­ ning Circle; Baltimore, MD 21220. 0 0• 0 0 0 ' • 0 2 '6 Port ; Philadelphis ,^Baltimore. Norfolk Mobile New Orleans lacksonville iSan Francisco; • •i: • . '• V ;-V A' • . • • • 0 u Totals 3 • .1.,; '.••'i""'- • y.' ;; • -• 'V-;,, .V ^1 ' ,1 ' ' 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 '0 0 0 -W "i #4, Seattle Puerto Rico Houston JcSt. Louili 0 0 m Totals 0 0 mi Totals All Departments 44 17 37 22 18 103 272 128 100 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Dispatchers* Report for Great Lakes CL—Company/Lakes L—Lakes NP—Non Priority FEBRUARY 1-28, 1990•TOTAL REGISTERED TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups All Groups All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP Port Algonac Port THOMAS MALONE Please contact the Seafarers LOG for a message. 0' 0 Port ' 16 / DECK DEPARTMENT 0 •'.'•A'-"' 0 . ENGINE DEPARTMENT : ..^ STEWARD DEPARTMENT , • o 0 33 0;. 22:y,y '. 3 " 2 •C^ry., - J*? A Port Algonac ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 23 12 Totals All Departments 0 96 10 0 0 0 0 93 26 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. i ' . •'•••A: �^•• ••' .•' • 'ftft.:.v 20 '•.^- _; .;r3"v ,. 14-,,:;.;:;;:;^^ SSMFJUttRS LOG Four Classes Graduate From Lundeberg School •m '•%:J > sr-.fi^f"-'- Trainee Lifeboat Ciass 448 'I-';;-'!/ The graduates of trainee lifeboat class 448 are (from left, back row) Monell LIburd, William Bastianelli, Harold Gathers, Darren Henderson, Bobby D. Roach, Euwell Holloway, Sidney Mullis, James Beatty, Amy Corbett, Sean Coleman, James Jackson, Theodore James, (from left, middle row) instructor Bob Clinton, Barbara A. Guarine, Michael W. Carroll, Jeff W. Maskell, Daniel J. Pounds, Robert Woods, Brian EIrod, Oscar Cano, John David McKee, Mitch Rice, Kevin Moon, Gregory Schefield, Larry Dowell, Jonathan Von Sprecken, instructor Ben Cusic, (from left, front row) Donna Taylor, Hien Phan, Varryl Rollings, Kevin Hartley, Marc Reynolds, Terence Daniels, Hector Ayala, Damon Jordan, Denny L. Schoenradt and Dennis Burns. .|i^: i' rv- I' H^-;-- Diesei Engine Tech Courses •"isf , •w'nr-''- ;• ' Trainee Lifeboat Ciass 449 if • i • r: ^i:'^ J •fvi I'l I:J ft I il .' •f. I ['• ft l-"^ ,ft.„r Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 449 are (from left, back row) Jonathan Washbum, Sloan M. Keating, Timothy Meyn, Efrain Morales, Tim "Optimist" Burnett, Fredrick Paul Sanchez, Kevin AuBuchon, Aaron C. Wells, Mark Stabile, instructor Ben Cusic, (from left, front row) Ricardo C. Quinones, Eric Smith, Jimmy R. Rushing, Charlie Roban, Bobby Wright, Jeff Van Schambrook, William Trussell and Grant B. Jones III. Thinking about isducation? Seafarers and their dependents have until April 15,1990 to submit applications for the 1990 union scholarship program. Any de­ pendents of Seafarers or any SIU members who have the qualifica­ tions and who are thinking of pur­ suing a college level education should apply immediately. " i: • me APRIL /5" I f •I tft mme! Pictured in the top two photos are graduates of the Lundeberg School's diesei engine technology course. Among the subjects covered in the course material were two-stroke and four-stroke cycle operating prin­ ciples, maintenance and repair of diesei engines, intake and exhaust systems, lubrication and cooling and fuel injection. In top photo are (from left, back row) Eric Nal, L. Craig, Tony Yore, Mike Las Dulce, Steve Brown, Rick Harris, (from left, front row) Bill Payne, Joseph Negron, Kenny Hanson, John S. Penrose and (kneeling) Aaron Bernard. In bottom photo are (from left, back row) Doug Rumball, Dean Klenke, Herman Best, Jeff McCranie, instructor Eric Malzkuhn, (from left, front row) Chris Devonish, Edwin Taylor, Robert Clark and Michael LeRoy Brown. Mail the request for scholarship program information to: The scholarship program in­ struction booklet comes with the necessary forms. The booklet is available at any union hall or by filling out and mailing this form. Four scholarships totaling $15,000 each will be awarded to dependents of Seafarers. Schol­ arship winners receive four yearly payments of $3,750 each. Three scholarships will be awarded to SIU members. Two awards total $6,000 each and are received in two payments of $3,000 over a two-year period. The third award is for $15,000. The winner of the $15,000 award will receive a $3,750 payment each year for four years. Scholarship Program Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Maryland 20746 Please send me the 1990 SIU Scholarship Program booklet which contains eligibility information, I procedures for applying and the application form. I I Name I I Book Number. I j Address I I City, State, Zip Code I Telephone Number I This sqppUcation is for I (self) (dependent) rlifi �started his black gang career on Cities Service tankers. Brother Brewer upgraded to QMED at Piney Point in 1982. He still lives in his native Leesville, LA. RUDOLPH CEFARATTI Rudolph Cefaratti, 62, joined the SIU in May 1945 in the port of New York. Bom in New Britain, CT, he served in the Army from 1946 to 1947. Brother Cefaratti sailed in the engine department and upgraded to QMED at the Lundeberg School in 1974. He calls Crosby, TX home. The photo aboveof MauriceC. "Duke" Duet was used by the Seafarers LOG shortly after It was taken In 1956. A seasoned veteran of many SIU political and contractual battles retires this month along with 25 other active union members. The Seafarers Pension Plan announced that 15 deep sea mem­ bers, 10 inland boatmen and one Great Lakes seaman will begin receiving their monthly retirement checks. After 45 years of sailing with the SIU, Maurice C. "Duke" Duet will begin an extended stay on land. Although Brother Duet will no longer ship, he ex­ pects to continue his long tradition of as­ sisting the union with its many endeavors. The 63-year-old Duet, who joined the union in July 1945 in the port of New Orleans, Juggled his time ashore between that city and St. Louis, where he now lives. Duke Duet has helped countless promaritime politicians in their successful bids to get elected to positions in federal, state and local government. St. Louis Mayor Vince Schoemehl honored Duet for his work in turning out that city's voters. Picket line duty has been one of Duet's many contibutions to his union. He was a familiar sight on the 1979 pick­ et lines against American Commercial Barge Lines. SIU St. Louis Port Agent Tony Sacco said Duet's consistent leader­ ship and enthusiastic participation in the ACBL beef inspired many of his union brothers. The Louisiana native's experience extended outside the United States. He sailed as bosun on the first U.S.-flag mer­ chant vessel run to China after relations with that country and the U.S. were nor­ malized in the '70s. Back in the '50s, he also was a guest at the official residence of then Argentine President Juan Peron, according to Port Agent Bob Hall. Duet upgraded to recertified bosun in 1974 at the Lundeberg School. Joining Duet in the ranks of SIU pensioners are: DEEP SEA JOHN CURLEW John Curlew, 63, joined the union in Febmary 1947. The deck department veteran was bom in Newburgh, NY. He upgraded at the Seafarers Harry Lun­ deberg School of Seamanship in 1975 and 1980. Brother Curlew lives in Reno, NY. . EDWARD DALE Edward Dale, 63, graduated from the Andrew Fumseth Training School in New York in November 1962. The Mobile, AL na­ tive served in the Army from 1945 to 1955. Brother Dale upgraded to recertified steward at the Lundeberg School in 1980. He has retired to Philadelphia, PA. Ramolo A. De Virgileo, 64, joined the SIU in July 1947 in the port of New York. The New York native upgraded his deck department endor­ sements at Piney Point in 1979 and 1980. He lives in Brooklyn, NY. JAMES C. DIES James C. Dies, 65, joined the union in March 1959 in the port of Lake Char­ les, LA. A veteran of the Army Air Force from 1943 to 1945, Brother Dies started his galley gang career on Cities Service tankers. The Beaumont, TX na­ tive calls Lake Charles, LA home. ALBERT ESTRADA Edward L. Blanton, 65, joined the SIU in April 1946 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Blanton, who was bom in Virginia, sailed in the steward depart­ ment. Brother Blanton has retired to Bal­ timore. Albert Estrada, 67, joined the Seafarers in October 1947 in his native New Or­ leans after serving in the Navy from 1942 to 1945, Brother Estrada sailed in the steward department. He caught Delta Steamship vessels from 1963 to 1980. In 1981 he upgraded at Piney Point. He still lives in New Orleans. James D. Harmon, 65, joined the Seafarers in March 1957 in the piort of New Orleans. The native of Owensboro, KY served in the Navy from 1942 to 1945. Brother Forbes was an engine department member. John H. Forbes, 65, joined the union in June 1961 in the port of Philadel­ phia. He was bom in Old Trap, NC and served in the Navy from 1940 to 1946. Boatman Forbes worked as a cap­ tain for Interstate Oil and Transport, later Sonat Marine. He lives in Upper Darby, PA. JOHN LoPRETE John LoPrete, 63, joined the union in July 1968. Bom in Brazil, he served in the steward depart­ ment. Brother Lo­ Prete upgraded at the union's school in Piney Point in 1975. He calls Jackson Heights, NY home. JAMES H. MARTIN James H. Martin, 63, joined the SIU in November 1976. Boatman Martin worked on Mc Allister Brothers Towing boats before he retired to Norfolk, VA. CHARLES L. MARTINSEN Charles L. Martim sen, 65, joined the Seafarers in November 1964. The Norfolk, VA native served in the Army from 1943 to 1945. Brother Martinsen sailed in the galley gang before retiring to Chesapeake, VA. KINGF.SHENG King F. Sheng, 65, joined the union in December 1970 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. Bom in China, he sailed in the steward department. Brother Sheng lives in San Francisco. GEORGE E. NAUGLE George E. Naugle, 62, joined the Seafarers in July 1970 in the port of Philadelphia. Bom in Alliance, OH, he served in the Navy from 1945 to 1957. Boatman Naugle worked in the deck department on Interstate Oil and Transport boats. He calls Waynesville, NC home. h .• • MAURO S. OLAES EARL TALBOTT Earl Talbott, 63, joined the Seafarers in April 1948 in the port of New York. The Florida native served in the Army from 1944 to 1946. He sailed in both the deck and engine departments. Brother Talbott resides in Houston. INLAND WALTER H. BEDGOOD Walter H. Bedgood, 65, joined the SIU in April 1979 in the port of Jackson­ ville, FL. The Georgia native served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. He worked as a cook on Interstate and Ocean Transport ves­ sels. Boatman Bedgood lives in Ocala, FL. LEONARD CHARLES Leonard Charles, 59, joined the union in July 1962 in his native New Or­ leans. Boatman Charles worked in the engine depart­ ment on Crowley vessels. He resides in Trinidad, West In­ dies. Mario S. Olaes, 65, joined the Seafarers in March 1975. The Philippine native worked in the steward department. He lives in Norfolk, VA. • • 'J.'. . i'-, •• I • -.1-I -" • • • • ;rf: •. . GEORGE R. O'NEAL George R. O'Neal, 57, joined the union in January 1961 in the port of Norfolk, VA. He was bom in Hatteras, NC and served in the Army from 1949 to 1952. Boatman O'Neal worked in the deck department and upgraded at Piney Point in 1973. He resides in Chesapeake, VA. ' •/ CHARLES D. STOWE Charles D. Stowe, 64, joined the SIU in April 1969 at the port of Norfolk, VA. A native of Pamlico, NC, Boat­ man Stowe served in both the Navy and Coast Guard from 1943 to 1966. He worked as a captain for McAlister Brothers and attended conferences in Piney Point in 1977 and 1978. He has retired to Hatteras, NC. f- :• rff' RUSSELL T.WILSON Russell T. Wilson, 60, joined the Seafarers in September 1961 in his na­ tive Norfolk, VA. He worked in the deck department on Curtis Bay Towing boats. Boatman Wilson lives in Virginia Beach, VA. PATRICK DORRIAN VERNON FERGUSON JR. James H. Brewer, 59, joined the union in January 1969 in the port of New Or­ leans. After serving in the Navy from 1949 to 1953, he JOHN H. FORBES RAMOLO A. DeVIRGILEO EDWARD L. BLANTON JAMES H. BREWER JAMES D. HARMON Vemon Freguson Jr., 65, was a member of the Marine Cooks and Stewards prior to joining the SIU in April 1957 in the port of Baltimore. The South Carolina native upgraded to recertified steward at the Lundeberg School in 1986. He has retired to Baltimore. Patrick Dorrian, 62, joined the Seafarers in 1950 in the deep sea division. The Philadelphia native served in the Army from 1946 to 1947. In September 1972, Brother Dorrian changed his book to the inland division. He worked in the deck department for Interstate Oil and Transport until he retired. Dorrian upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1976. He calls Folcroft, PA home. GREAT LAKES LaVERNE W.COLE LaVeme W. Cole, 63, joined the Seafarers Intemational Union in 1953 in the port of Detroit: The Michigan native served in the Army during the 1940s. Brother Cole sailed in the engine depart­ ment before retiring to Charlevoix, MI. '. i �samim LOG 22 4: .,• Married in SIU Styie rj..i:'?v! Seafarers Welfare Plan Notice COBRA: Continuation HeaRh Coverage Seafarers or their dependents who have lost eligibility for health care coverage under the Rules and Regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, may be eligible to purchase, at a pre­ mium, welfare coverage directly from the Plan, • V^' V'^ ' • -v.- ••""viti' ';V:' •'••-'• ^}'/ :• *'• • ' '.'r Seafarers who have lost their eligibility for Plan coverage must notify the Plan office immediately to find out whether or not they or their dependents may elect to continue benefits under this program. Jerri Dee Falk and SIU Port Agent Dave Heindel tied the knot last month, taking time out from at­ tending the MTD's executive board meeting. To obtain more information about this program, seafarers may call the membership services office at 1-800-CLAIMS-4 (1-800252-4674) or may write to: Know COBRA Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Maryland 20746 If Wf , (The April 1989 edition of the Seafarers LOG contains a complete description of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Rconciliation Act--or COBRA--program.) ; V V. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agree­ ments. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management represen­ tatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SPAD t-shiits FRONT The SIU has created a new t-shirt design which is available to all our members on a first-come, firstserved basis. BACK Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. Please fill out the application below and mail It to: Joseph DiGiorgio, Secretary-Treasurer Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Please send the new SIU t-shirt to: NAME ADDRESS CITY, STATE, ZIP. SOCIAL SECURITY # BOOK# PHONE# RATING. T-SHIRT SIZE (circle one) S M XL SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the employers. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and av^able in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 The shirts feature the SIU logo in full color on the front and "Politics is Porkchops" in blue on the back. They are American-made. ^:/ y-'if-f-f;:; FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Account­ ants every year, which is to be submitted to the memtwrship by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate find­ ings. 3/90 CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard your ship or boat. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to pro­ tect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE LOG. The LOG has traditionally refimned from publishing' any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or mem­ ber. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established pol­ icy has been reafhrmed by membership ac­ tion at the September, 19^, meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may del­ egate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union head­ quarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLI­ GATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately no­ tify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guar­ anteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no mem­ ber may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geo­ graphic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquar­ ters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DO­ NATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate seg­ regated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employ­ ment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union con­ cepts. In connection with such objects. SPAD supports and contributes to political candi­ dates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be so­ licited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of mem­ bership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, notify the Seafar­ ers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if invol­ untary. Support SPAD to protect and further your economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Mi­ chael Saccoat Headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Wayand Britannia Way, Prince Georges County, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. �4M'-:2:y mmm ' :r-:- MKH 1990 23 Digest of Ships Minutes The Seafarers LOG attempts to prim as many digests of union shipboard minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some will be omitted. Ships minute are nvlewed by the union's contract departrrwnt. Those /5S(/es requiring attention or relation are Immediately addi^i^ by the union upon receipt of the ships minute. '•k. AMERICAN CORMORANT(Pacmc Gulf Marine), December 28 — Chairman Charles Davis, Secretary Susanne Cake, Deck Delegate Joe Allen. Secretary an­ nounced copies of SIU constitution and contract are available aboard for mem­ bers to read. Educational director said four members on ship are planning to upgrade at Piney Point. He said they are from all three departments. He reminded members more endorsements mean more money and opportunities. Treasurer noted $75 in movie fund and $37 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Copies of Seafarers LOG were received. Crew thanked Dante Slack for baking delicious cakes when crewmember's birthday is celebrated. Crew congratulated Chief Mate "Diego Dave" Kelly on being promoted to cap­ tain. Next port: Diego Garcia. FRANCES HAMMER (Ocean Shipholding), December 3 — Chairman G. Diefenbach, Secretary Kris Hopkins, Educational Director Rich Parrish, Deck Delegate Michael Moore, Engine Delegate Joseph Sadler, Steward Delegate Roberto Escobar. Educational director urged members to attend Lundeberg School. Treasurer noted $180 in ship's fiind. Disputed OT reported by steward delegate. No beefs or disputed OT by engine and deck delegates. . Steward department thanked for job well done. Bosun and steward stressed impor­ tance of having the right endorsement for rated job. Next port, Jacksonville, FL. FRANCES HAMMER (Ocean Shipholding), December 17 — Chairman Richard Wilson, Secretary Kris Hopkins, Educa­ tional Director Terry Jacobson, Deck Delegate Michael Moore, Engine Dele­ gate George Demetropoulos, Steward Delegate Felix Camacho. Chairman said he is looking forward to good trip. He said SIU deserves these jobs as its mem­ bers are the best. He announced ship's phone system should be working for safety reasons. Secretary reported all is running well, ship is clean and crew is eating well. Educational director urged all members to take advantage of the edu­ cational and vacation opportunities avail­ able at Piney Point. He said members should watch Seafarers LOG for class starting dates. Treasurer announced $180 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Copies of Seafarers LOG received in Jacksonville, FL. In case ship goes into yard, crew reminded to register promptly and properly to reclaim jobs. Steward department thanked for great job. Steward thanked crew for keeping DEU N. Orelland onboard (he Over­ seas Chicago. mess hall clean. Next port: Odessa, USSR. Lffl£fl7YIVAl^£ (Liberty Maritime), December 10 — Chairman D. J. Garoutte, Secretary J. Bukowsky, Educa­ tional Director D. Hurts. Chairman reported topside was doing well. Treasurer announced $370 in movie fund. Engine delegate reported disputed OT and possible beef. No beefs or dis­ puted OT given by the deck and steward delegates. Crew requested popcorn pop­ per or microwave oven and adequately stored and priced slopchest. Steward department thanked for getting job done. Next port: Jacksonville, FL. LNG ARIES (ETC), December 31 — Chairman R. Schwarz, Secretaiy R. Brown, Educational Director J. Yarmola, Deck Delegate A. Pickford, Engine Delegate D. Orsini, Steward Delegate H, Daniels. Chairman reminded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Education­ al director asked members to read new shipping rules booklet from head­ quarters. Treasurer noted $245 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for fine, big Christmas dinner. Steward thanked crew for keeping lounge, mess hall and pantry clean. Next ports: Himeji and Tobato, Japan. MV GROTON (Apex Marine), December 31 •—Chairman Neil Matthey, Secretary M. Deloatch, Educational Director A. Gardner. Chairman announced ship payoff on Januaiy 9 at Stapleton, NY. He said crew repaired aft doors and noted aluminum was onboard to repair bosun and AB showers. He urged crew to donate to SPAD. Secretaiy stressed need to upgrade at Piney Point. Educa­ tional director asked crew to keep main door to house closed for safety while loading and discharging cargo. No beefs or disputed OT. Crew thanked President Michael Sacco and other,SIU officials for getting new ships (Maritime Over­ seas and Occidental Petroleum) which create more jobs for membership. Crew donated new VCR for mess room. Vote of thanks was given to chief steward and chjef cook for their good food. Crew thanked for helping keep ship clean. Next port: Stapleton, NY. MV RANGER (Ocean Carriers), December 27 — Chairman Oscar Wiley Jr., Secretary Fulton Jenkins, Deck Delegate Charles Williams, Engine Delegate Tim Williams, Steward Delegate M. Jackson. Chairman updated crew on SIU lawsuit against Coast Guard on drug testing. Educational director urged crew to show good sense about safety. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew discussed Presi­ dent Report from Seafarers LOG. Crew requested new washing machine and crew lists. Crew announced good refuel­ ing at sea with Navy ship. Vote of thanks given to steward department for Christmas dinner. OVERSEAS WASHINGTON iMaritims Overseas), December 17 — Chairman G. M. Westphal, Secretary B. E. Fletcher, Educational Director, H. But­ ler. Secretary listed repairs needed for switches on galley range, garbage dis­ posal, meat and chill box hooks, refriger­ ator for salad bar and large microwave oven. Disputed OT reported by deck del­ egate. No beefs or disputed OT given by engine and steward delegates. Crew reminded to give to SPAD. Crew noted launch service to Hawaii is very poor. Steward department thanked for its fine job. Next port: Hawaii. OVERSEAS WASHINGTON{Maiitime Overseas), December 31 — Chairman G. M. Westphal, Secretary B. Fletcher, Educational Director D. M. Hunts. Chair­ man noted all running smoothly except for steward department repairs. He said safety meeting was held. He urged crew to attend Lundeberg School and donate to SPAD. Secretary said company told him steward department repairs are on order. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Entire crew thanked for job well done. Crew especially thanked steward depart­ ment for nice holiday dinner as all diets were put on hold. SEA-LAND ATLANTIC(Sca-Lmd Ser­ vice), December 24 — Chairman W. C. Byrd, Secretary Jose Rivera III, Educa­ tional Director Michael Derringe, Deck Delegate Joseph Bidzilya, Steward Delegate Coy Hendricks. Chairman an­ nounced ship would pay off in Charles­ ton, SC on December 31. Educational director told members all departments have good jobs so upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer said ship's fund had no money. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment to review raising pension. Crew said winch is needed for tug lines. Steward department thanked for good Christmas meal. Next ports: Charleston, Port Everglades, FL and Houston, TX. SEA-LAND CRUSADER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), December 11 — Chairman D. Murray, Secretary H. H. Fielder, Educa­ tional Director O. Bermeo. Chairman reminded members to upgrade at Piney Point. Deck and engine delegates reported beefs concerning shore gang work at Rio Haina, Dominican Republic. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward delegate. Crew requested another washing machine as one is not enough and new coffee maker. Crew asked union to look into towel shortage onboard. Steward department thanked for its fine job. SEA-LAND NAVIGATOR {Sea-Lmd Ser­ vice), December 23 — Chairman Don McFarland, Secretary John J. Alamar, Educational Director Robert E. Ohler. Chairman noted small problems,onboard were handled. Good trip overall. He thanked steward department for two great holiday meals. Secretary thanked crew for keeping living quarters and recreation room clean. Treasurer an­ nounced purchase of VCR depleting movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment if Sea-Land is going to five-day week and not working weekends. Crew also asked all future changes in con­ tracts, pensions and welfare plans be listed in Seafarers LOG. ULTRASEA (American Transport), December 31 — Chairman Sim Hasson, Secretary G. Marzett. Chairman an­ nounced vessel would arrive in Houston on January 1 and pay off January 2. He stressed importance of contributing to SPAD to keep political activities moving. Secretary urged members to urgrade at Lundeberg School. Education­ al director asked that new washer and dryer be installed. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for fine job. Next port: Houston, TX. AMERICAN £46L£(Pacific Gulf Marine), January 7 — Secretary Michael Meany, Engine Delegate Earl Chappel, Steward Delegate Calvin Hazzard. Educational director reminded members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted receipt of Seafarers LOG. Crew asked for copies of ship's contract in each department. New TV and VCR have not arrived. Crew reported heating on ship is not adequate. Vote of thanks given to steward department. AMERICAN HERITAGE{Apex Marine), January 4 — Chairman Clyde Smith, Secretary A1 Holland, Engine Delegate Kevin Quinlan. Chairman announced new TV and VCR onboard. Educational director stated Seafarers LOGs had been received. Deck and steward delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT given by engine delegate. Crew asked that faucets in rooms be fixed and checks be mailed home by company. BAY RIDGE (Bay Tankers), January 8 — Chairman T. Anderson, Secretary J. E. Lewis, Educational Director David Gossby, Engine Delegate Thomas Howell, Steward Delegate L. Cuevas. Chairman instructed crew to read new shipping rules booklet. Treasurer reported $90 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked steward to keep serving salad bar. BROOKS RANGE(lOM), January 21 — Chairman M. G. Gutierrez, Secretary R. A. Garcia, Educational Director Bob Hamil. Chairman announced deep sea contract ends June 15. Members with any suggestions should send them to the contracts department. Secretary thanked I' .JT • • ,;V. r! -i'. AB J. Sequillo aboard the Overseas Ohio. crew for keeping mess hall clean. Secretary and educational director both sent congratulations to Linda Fisher, new head of admissions at the Lun­ deberg School, and stressed importance of upgrading at Piney Point. Deck delegate reported crew very happy with food supplied by Recertified Steward Ray Garcia and Chief Cook John Browder. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to look into having companies supply work gloves and increasing dental plan coverage. Deck department and Chief Pumpman Bob Hamil thanked for major ^ tank cleanup. Next ports: Long Beach, CAandValdez,AK. FALCON CHAMPION{Seahawk Manage­ ment), January 6 — Chairman J. Chermesino, Secretary M. P Cox, Educa­ tional Director D. Simmons. Chairman read November 1 letter pertaining to new shipping rules. He announced payoff Jan­ uary 8 in New York. Treasurer noted $148.26 in movie fund. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT in engine or steward depart­ ments. Next port: New York. FRANCES HAMMER (Ocean Shipholding), January 21 — Chairman Rich Wil. son. Secretary Kris Hopkins, Educational Director Terry Jacobsen, Deck Delegate Warren Bonneville, Engine Delegate Alan Less. Treasurer announced $180 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Bosun said he would ask board­ ing patrolman for one day's pay after each voyage or standby at first U.S. port for any entitled crewmember. Vote of thanks given to steward department for job well done. LNG AQUARIUS(ETC), January 14 — Chairman R. J. Callahan, Secretary Alexander P. Reyer, Educational Direc­ tor Jose Camelo, Deck Delegate Louis F. Sorito, Engine Delegate Ralph Gosnell, Steward Delegate Brian T. McEleney. • •' -1 Continued on page 24 .r;.' -y; 'J:-.- �i^ir i'iign«jV|ff4i,^rii.Vgi5ia^ SCAfAROtS LOG S'iiltef',:' ..-.i.. > Ar^ .,. Continuedfrom page 23 mMr 'Hi" •A •-•••. 1 if " ' 5^S® >•:,;• •- 'i '"f>'Vr .i-- ^I .V.r-'v^i •,.. •' r/>. "•$- : ;5t ;5t".-V •.- . f; A ^'..J fc::-, • ;• 'A.'tK'y/ I'-Y ^ 'Y V, -1, . • ., Y, -;Y:. - ; ' • •' • 'I' ' ' " • ' ' " ' ' ' .mm Y-' t' A: % • I :l: II ;• f« . I' :|i if }ife--' Secretary reminded crew to work safely and be aware of dangers onboard. Educa­ tional director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $650 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew acknow­ ledged receipt of Seafarers LOG. Crew asked to keep noise level in weight room down after 2000. hours. Crew asked head­ quarters to send copy of new shipping rules to vessel. LNG ARIES (ETC), January 21 — Chair­ man R. Schwarz, Secretary R. Brown, Educational Director J. Yarmola, Deck Delegate A. Pickford, Engine Delegate D. Orsini, Steward Delegate H. Daniels. Chairman noted all was quiet onboard. He urged entry ratings to upgrade at Lun­ deberg School. Treasitfer armounced $200 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Steward department thanked for nice pool parties and good food overall. Crew thanked for keeping mess hall and pantry clean. Next port: Tobata. LNG CAPRICORN (ETC), January 7 — Chairman J. W. Gamer, Secretary R. Adams. Chairman said vessel would be going into yard on Febmary 19. Treasurer noted $300 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew received copies of Seafarers LOG. Crew stated they have been running out of milk and bath soap which are not being ordered in accord with contract. LNG LEO (ETC), January 13 — Chair­ man Fred Pehler, Secretary Henry Jones Jr., Deck Delegate Lee White, Engine Delegate David Terry Jr., Steward Delegate Dana Cutmingham. Chairman discussed upcoming contract negotia­ tions and urged members to send sugges­ tions to contracts department. He announced most repairs have been or will be handled at next port. Secretary read rriinutes of last meeting. Education­ al director reminded crew dates for all Lundeberg School classes are posted in Seafarers LOG. Treasurer reported $580 in ship's fund and $40 in communica­ tions fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew stated A. C. Brandt, ETC vice president, came aboard in Sin­ gapore. He was invited to participate in ship's union meeting to speak with crew and answer questions. Crew gave Brandt big hand at end of his presentation. New microwave oven will te installed in near future. Crew told to dress properly for meals. Next port: Osaka, Japan. LNG VIRGO (ETC), January 7 — Chair­ man Billie Darley, Secretary Norman Duhe, Educational Director P. Wolf, Deck Delegate Carlos Pineda, Engine Delegate Ramon Ali, Steward Delegate William Christmas. Chairman stressed noisy and loud radio playing will not be tolerated. He suggested use of head­ phones. He also discussed new shipping rules. Educational director urged mem­ bers to upgrade at Piney Point and to protect themselves when ashore. Treasurer reported $14.40 in ship's fiind and $500 frxrm company for fresh fruit and fish. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department given vote of thanks for job well done, especially during holiday season. NEDLLOYD HUDSON(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 19 — Chairman John Neff, Secretary R. G. Connally, Steward Delegate Richard Worobey. EJeck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew asked contracts department to look into removing no strike clause from upcoming contract. Chief Cook Richard Worobey praised for doing extra good job in galley. Crew noted OT not consistent and suggested offering OT on rotating man basis. Next port: Houston, TX. OMICOLUUBIA (OMI Corp.), January 7 — Chairman R. Marrero, Secretary C. The S.S. Ultramar loaded up at Union Grain in Houston, TX for its voyage to Poland. Members of the steward department on that trip are, from the left: Steward Assistant H. Batiz, Steward G. Marzett, Chief Cook E. Singleton and Steward Assistant A. Angel. Moss, Educational Director A. G. Milne. Chairman announced ship would pay off January 14 in Long Beach, CA. He urged members to read new shipping rules and to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No b^fs or disputed OT reported.Crew acquired new VCR for ship. Big thanks to steward department for good Christmas and New Year's din­ ners. Next port: Long Beach, CA. OMI DYNACHEM (OMI Corp.), January 14 — Chairman Larry Kunc, Secretary Donnie W. Collins, Educational Director G. W. L. Phillips, Deck Delegate Gary L. Dates, Engine Delegate George F. Damey, Steward Delegate James R. Parker. Chairman noted some onboard repairs to be done. He requested head­ quarters to send welfare plan booklets. Secretary urged members to donate to SPAD, the pork chops of the SIU. He reminded members to read Seafarers LOG and upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer noted $212 in movie fund. May purchase a few movies in Houston. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked not to bum coffee pots. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port: Houston, TX. OVERSEAS OHIO (Maritime Overseas), January 9 — Chairman Glen James, Secretary Earl Gray, Educational Direc­ tor M. Williams. Chairman armounced ship would pay off January 12 in Texas. All department delegates reported dis­ puted OT. Crew reminded to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Crew continued to note shortage of towels since November. Captain is paying extra for those who wash their own towels. Another 10 dozen have been ordered as of this trip. Vote of thanks and job well done given to all three departments. Next port: Hous­ ton, TX. SEA-LAND ACHIEVER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 7 — Chairman N. Pratts, Secretary R. Griswold, Educational Di­ rector H. Schlveter, Deck Delegate M. Delaney, Engine Delegate C. Everett, Steward Delegate T. McNeills. Chair­ man reported beef conceming licensed officers performing unlicensed work. He noted stack gas problem on Atlantic class vessels wi^ particles emanating from vents despite repairs. Secretary said repairs are needed in galley. Educational director reminded crew to upgrade at Piney Point. Deck delegate rereported stack gases unbearable on bridge. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to look into raising pensions and adding pension cost of living clause. Crew asked contracts de­ partment to look into allowing payoffs whenever in port, to allow QMED^lectrician to help with docking/undocking of vessel and to create system of emer­ gency relief for permanent members to prevent job loss. Vote of thanks to deck and engine departments for cleaning up after themselves. Crew requested radio for crew lounge and new washer and dryer. Next ports: Elizabeth, NJ, Nor­ folk, VA and Charleston, SC. SEA-LAND CONSUMER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 14 — Chairman T. Koebel, Secretary J. Johnson, Deck Delegate R. Strength, Engine Delegate J. Ortiz, Steward Delegate D. Meder. Chair­ man said crew entitled to holiday pay on January 11 in San Juan as MM&P and D1 MEBA received pay for Longshoremen's holiday. He reported drug testing cards had been extended until June. Treasurer noted $300 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment to review increasing pensions. Crew asked to help keep laundry room clean. SEA-LAND DISCOVERY(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 21 — Chairman S. J. Rallo, Secretary J. Collis, Educational Director C. Welsh, Deck E>elegate R. Garay, Engine Delegate D. McDonald, Steward Delegate R. Escobar. Chairman armounced payoff would take place as soon as patrolman boards in San Juan. He said company not supplying enough fresh provisions and linens in other U.S. ports. Secretary said safety meeting was held conceming accidents on Sea-Land vessels. He noted crew would ask con­ tracts department to increase size of deck department. No beefs or disputed OT. Steward department thanked for good food and job. Next ports: San Juan, Rio Haina, Dominican Republic and Jackson­ ville, FL. SEA-LAND EXPLORER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 3 — Chairman W. E. Lough, Secretary J. Delorey, Educational Director R. Blackwell. Chairman an­ nounced captain telexed company re­ questing enough money to cash year-end checks at payoff. He informed per­ manent crewmembers company requests they sign off in Long Beach rather than Oakland. Educational director urged crew to save cans for ship's fund. Treasurer noted $419 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked company to install water fountain on second deck. Next port: Long Beach, CA. SEA-LAND FREEDOM (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 13 — Clhairman L. E. Wat­ son, Secretary G. Sivley, Educational Director R. Chapman, Deck Delegate R. Camthers, Steward Delegate S. Wilson. Educational director asked for donations for VCR. Treasurer armounced $157 in ship's fund. Crew voted to donate $60 to Tacoma (WA) Seaman's Center and $25 to American Merchant Marine Library. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Crew thawed radio officer for installing receivers in all rooms. Steward department thanked for nice Christmas dirmer. Next port: Tacoma, WA. SEA-LAND HAWAII(Sea-Land Service), January 2 — Chairman announced payoff January 7 at Long Beach. Educa­ tional director noted need for more movies while treasurer reported no money in movie fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to review return to six-month rotary shipping and no permanent jobs. Crew requested washing machine for greasy work clothes. Next port: Oakland, CA. SEA-LAND PACIFIC (Sea-Land Service), January 15 — Chairman L. Freebum, Secretary F. Sisori, Educational Director S. Speedy, Deck Delegate M. Talalotu, Steward Delegate B. Racklin. Treasurer noted $3.50 in ship's fund. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT in deck and engine departments. Crew asked to keep lounge neater. Next port: Long Beach, CA. SEA-LAND PATRIOT (Sea-Land Service), January 28 — Chairman R. F. Garcia, Secretary F. King, Deck Delegate J. Alves, Engine Delegate M. D. Levan, Steward Delegate J. L. Stein. Chairman announced payoff scheduled after cus­ toms and immigration clear vessel. He reminded members to look into scholar­ ship program for children heading for college. Educational director posted 1990 schedule of classes at Piney Point and urged members to upgrade. He asked crew to donate to SPAD. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs' or disputed OT reported by deck and en­ gine delegates. Crew asked contracts department to look into having vacation days credited toward days at sea for pen­ sion. Crew asked to keep ship clean. Copies of Seafarers LOG received in Hong Kong. Ship picked up milk in Japan after mnning out. Crew requested steak knives. It also sought company shuttle service in Busan because of pos­ sible trouble with local residents. SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Service), January 21 — (Hhairman James Rader, Secretary R. Spencer, Educational Direc­ tor J. Del Rio, Engine Delegate Willie Lee Jr. Chairman stated voyage was smooth and thanked steward department for holiday meals. Secretary urged mem­ bers to donate to SPAD. Educational director reminded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked chair be put in wheelhouse for helmsman. Steward department thanked for job well done. SEA-LAND QUALITY(Sea-Land Service), January 7 — Chairman A. Harrington, Secretary D. B. Smith, Educational Direc­ tor J. Dellinger. Chairman thanked crew for keeping ship clean. Educational direc­ tor stressed importance of upgrading at Piney Point and giving to SPAD. Engine delegate reported beef with chief and first engineers. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Next ports: Boston, MA and Elizabeth, NJ. SEA-LAND VOYAGER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 19 — Chairman T. K. O'Brien, Secretary C. Crane, Educational Director M. Phillips. Chairmari stressed • importance of U.S.govemment's drug regulations. Secretary noted $150 in ship's fund. Educational director reported temporary stay on random drug testing because of SIU's lawsuit. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew sought clarification of lookout duties. Crew asked if money could be telexed home even at own expense. Next port: Tacoma, WA. See page 26 for information on using official logbooks from the National Archives to help WWII merchant mariners verify their wartime service. �> '.'r, •Ar.'i: 't i •- .i\ " 'f * I Erasmo Flecha, 88, passed away January 12. Bom in Humacao, PR, he joined the SIU in November 1946 in the port of New York. Brother Flecha sailed in the engine de­ partment. His wife, Josephine, survives him. GEORGE W. FLOOD George W. Rood, 85, died during December 1989. The Bermuda native joined the union in December 1945. His first ship was the Alcoa Pros-pector and he con­ tinued to sail in the steward department on Alcoa vessels during the '40s and '50s. Brother Rood retired in July 1965. He is survived by his wife, Sarah. was a charter member of the SIU, joining in November 1938 in the port of Mobile, AL. Brother Costlow sailed in the engine department and shipped from both the Atlantic and Pacific coasts before retir­ ing in 1969. He is survived by his wife, Violet, and daughter, Stephanie Mellema. EDWARD CAUDILL Edward Caudill, 74, passed away February 1. Bom in Ken­ tucky, he joined the Seafarers in May 1952 in the port of New Voric. The galley g^g veteran upgraded to recertified steward at the Lundeberg School in 1980. Brother Caudill began receiving his pension in November 1982. His wife, Rosalie, survives him. JULIO FIGUEROA Julio Figueroa, 75, died Janu­ ary 21. A native of Puerto Rico, Brother Figueroa sailed in the steward department after joining the union in August 1944 in the port of New York. He volunteered for many union activities. His last ship was the Sea-Land Charleston before he retired in July 1977. He is sur­ vived by his wife, Juana. AURELIO FINNOCinO Aurelio Finnochio, 80, passed away Novem­ ber 17, 1989. He joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards, prior to its merger with the SIU, in September 1972 in his native San Francis­ co. Brother Finnochio received his first pension check in August 1978. JOHN H.FURR John B. Rannery, 85, died Jan­ uary 10. The deck department veteraii was bom in New Jer­ sey. Brother Rannery joined the Seafarers in August 1943 in the port of New York. He as­ sist^ the union during many beefs by walking in picket lines and distributing materials. He retired in July 1969. ' '"S BROWN HUSZAR JENSC. MADSEN Brown Huszar, 75, died November 2,1989. A nafive of Hungary, he joined the Seafarers in May 1944 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Huszar sailed in the galley gang before he retired in Febmary 1977. He is survived by his wife, Mary. Jens C. Madsen, 77, passed away. The native of Denmark joined the union in October 1946 in the port of New York. Brother Madsen sailed in the engine department before he began collecting his pension in January 1978. He is survived by his wife, Louise. TOM KARATZAS Tom Karatzas, 73, passed away December 25,1989. He was bom in Greece and had been a member of the Sailors Union of the Pacific, an SIUNA affiliate, before joining the SIU in September 1957 in the port of Baltimore. The deck department veteran upgraded to recertified bosun in 1975 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Ktu-atzas, who retired in May 1977, is survived by his wife, Betty. John H. Furr, 63, passed away December 12,1989. The Ar­ kansas native served in the Army from 1945 to 1946. He joined the SIU in October 1956 in the port of Houston. The . deck department veteran up­ graded at the Lundeberg School in 1975 and 1979 be­ fore retiring in May 1989. Brother Furr is survived by his wife, Lucille. Alfred J. Karr, 70, died Octo­ ber 19,1989. The Camden, NJ native joined the union in Sep­ tember 1953 in the port of New York. He was member of the black gang before retiring in October 1984. Brother Karr's wife, Peggy, survives him. CARY A. GARNER MARIO G.LOPEZ Cary A. Gamer, 81, died Octo­ ber 27,1989. A native of Randleman, NC, he served in the Army from 1939 to 1943. * Brother Gamer joined the Ma­ rine Cooks and Stewards, prior to its merger with the SIU, in May 1947 in the port of Nor­ folk, VA. He began collecting his pension in July 1971. Mario G. Lopez, 84, passed away December 5, 1989. A native of Yauco, PR, he was a charter member of the union, having joined the SIU in December 1938 in the port of San Juan. He saw active overseas duty as a merchant mariner during World War II. The deck department veteran last sailed on the Beatrice Vic­ tory before retiring in Decem­ ber 1969. Brother Lopez is survived by his wife, Onesina. ENRIQUE GONZALEZ Enrique Gonzalez, 82, passed away De­ cember 19,1989. He was bom in Key West, FL and joined the union in November 1949 in the port of Tampa. Brother Gonzalez sailed in the deck department before retiring in December 1972. NICHOLAS GORESH Nicholas Goresh, 78, died No­ vember 5,1989. The Pennsyl­ vania native became a Seafarer in May 1945 in the port of Bal­ timore. Brother Goresh sailed in the steward department and retired in May 1974. His wife, Julia, survives him. SVENDHOMMEN JOHNB.FLANNERY f.'-w > rr^hinr- Svend Hommen, 67, passed away June 6,1989. Bom in Norway, he joined the SIU in May 1959 in the port of New York. Brother Honunen up­ graded his engine department endorsement to QMED in 1972 at the union's school in Piney Point. He began receiving his pension in July 1978. ALFRED J. KARR TORSTEN LUNDKVIST Torsten Lundkvist, 81, died January 26. A native of Sweden, he joined die union in May 1951 in the port of New York. Early in his deck depart­ ment career he sailed on Water­ man Steamship vessels. Brother Lundkvist started col­ lecting his pension in March 1975. He is survived by his wife, Rosa. JOHNMcKAREK John McKarek, 73, died De­ cember 25, 1989. Bom in New York, he joined die Seafarers in June 1943. Brother McKarek sailed in the deck department. He retired in June 1973. His wife, Mitsuko, survives him. T. C. MALGNE T. C. Malone, 72, died January 19. A native of Boaz, AL, he joined the Seafarers in August 1959 in the port of Houston. Brother Malone retired from the galley gang in December 1980. His wife, Gladys, sur­ vives him. ARTHUR M. MAYER Arthur M. Mayer, 77, died January 2. He was bom in New York City and joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards, prior to its merger with the SIU, in Febmary 1966 in the port of San Francisco. He started drawing his pension in December 1979. the union in September 1964 in Port Arthur, TX and sailed in the engine department on Slade In­ corporated vessels. Boatman Jones retired in January 1969. He is survived by his wife, Mattie. CLAUDE M. MIDGETT Claude M. Midgett, 75, passed away De­ cember 30, 1989. The Kitty Hawk, NC native served in the Coast Guard from 1942 to 1945. He joined the Seafarers in September 1966 and sailed in the engine department on vessels owned by the Virginia Pilots Association and the As­ sociation of Maryland Pilots. Boatman Midgett retired in Febmary 1981. JOHN L. PARKS John L. Parks, 43, died Novem­ ber 19,1989. He was bom in Ellijay, GA. Boatman Parks joined the SIU in April 1969 in the port of Philadelphia and worked in the deck department on Interstate Oil and Transport boats. He was an active member at the time of his death. •I, HARVEY W. MORRIS Harvey W. Morris, 77, passed away December 28,1989. The native of Hutchinson, KS joined the Seafarers in Septem­ ber 1942 in the port of New York. Brother Morris sailed in the steward department until his retirement in October 1965. He is survived by his wife, Lil­ lian. EVARISTO PANTOJA Evaristo Pantoja, 71, died January 21. A native of Puerto Rico, he joined the union in March 1943 in the port of New Orleans. He sailed in the deck department before retiring in September 1980. Brother Pantoja's wife, Rita, survives him. LUKEJ.WYMBS Luke J. Wymbs, 71, passed away Janu­ ary 11. He was bom in Ireland and joined the SIU in April 1951 in the port of Norfolk, VA. Brother Wymbs began his seafaring career sailing On Victory Car­ riers and Waterman Steamship vessels. He upgraded his deck department ratings at Piney Point in 1973 and 1975. He volunteered for union activities and assisted another SIU mem­ ber to become a naturalized American citizen. Wymbs retired in October 1981. JOE ROUGHTON Joe Roughton, 73, passed away November 12,1989. The North Carolina native joined the Seafarers in June 1959 in the port of Baltimore. He worked in the black gang on G & H Towing and Moran boats. Boat­ man Roughton upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1974. He started collecting his pension in April 1982. IRA TURNER "•V."'?' : J- " s'' ,• IraTumer, 85, died January 21. The deck de­ partment veteran was bom in New Jersey. He joined the union in July 1960 in the port of Philadelphia. Boatman Tumer retired in January 1970. He is survived by his wife, Kathiyn. GREAT LAKES NORDPEDERSEN Nord Pedersen, 94, passed away January 31. Bom in Norway, he joined the Intemational Dr^ge Workers Union in 1917 which merged into the SIU's Great Lakes Division in 1961. He was a dredge worker for Great Lakes Dredge and Pock until his retirement in April 1967. Brother Pedersen is survived by his wife, Anna. ' ,; ; ' ! CHARLES E. RITCHARDS INLAND GEORGE W.JONES George W. Jones, 81, died No­ vember 13, 1989. Bom in Texas, he joined Charles E. Ritchards, 81, died January 11. A na- ^ tive of Thomasville, MI, Contittued pit 26 '. •> • l.v' -'Aits �SEAAWfffS LOG ^ Final Continued from pt^e 25 he joined the union in Novem­ ber 1953 in the port of Frank­ fort, MI. Brother Ritchards sailed in the engine department before retiring in January 1971. His wife, Thelma, survives him. WILBUR SAUCIER Wilbur Saucier, 84, passed away January 28. He was bom in Ocanto, WI and joined the SIU in October 1955 in the , port of Frankfort, MI. Brother Saucier sailed in the steward -V?;:- " department. He began collect­ ing his pension in September 1975. RAILROAD MARINE DANIEL A. ZELLER Daniel A. Zeller, 89, died Janu­ ary 24. He joined the union in July 1960 in his na­ tive New York City. Brother Zeller sailed in the deck depart­ ment for the New York Central Railroad marine division. He retired in July 1965. He is sur­ vived by his wife, Catherine. Keep Your Union Strong — Participate In Union Meetings :i-:: • i ?ir, inr, • Sumnfiary Annual Report for the SIU Pacific DIstrict-PMA Pension Plan .,; V • •••' This is a summary of the Aimual Report for the SIU Pacific District-PMA Pension Plan [Employer Identification No. 946061923, Plan No. 001] fira-the year ended July 31, 1989. The annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as requir^ under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). .'-'Jf-.r;: Basic Financial Statement •rh^; ^:- •• •V i •;: ;::•• • :• ' ' "' • ' • ^-''y ® Minimum Funding Standards j|; TV". Our actuary's statement shows that enough money was con­ tributed to the plan to keep it funded in accordance with the minimum fimding standards of ERISA. I- Your Rights to Additional Information J !;'>•, ife: i fi •iiv. •I ' • ,P^- y y'r-r-,. it fr'; *• • ^ • i: Benefits under the plan are provided by a trust arrangement. Plan expenses were $15,285,164. These expenses included $1,034,753 in administrative expenses and $14,250,411 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. A total of 6,456 persons were participants in or beneficiaries of the plan at the end of the plan year, although not all of these persons had yet earned the right to receive benefits. The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $145,425,056 as of July 31,1989, compared to $134,109,722 as.of July 31, 1988. During the plan year the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $11,315,334. This increase included unrealized appreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan's assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. The plan had total income of $26,600,498 including employer contributions of $1,505,515, earnings from investments of $7,877,370, stock dividends of $820,908, ne( realized gain on sale or exchange of assets of $1,837,815, unrealized apprecia­ tion of assets of $14,536,948 and other income of 21,942. Employees do not contribute to this Plan. You have the right to receive a copy of the full Annual Report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are in­ cluded in that report: 1 .An accountant's report; 2A^ts held fw investments; 3.Actuarial information regarding the funding of the plan. To obtain a copy of the full Atmual Report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of the Flan Administrator, SIU Pacific District-PMA Pension Plan, 522 Harrison Street, San Francis­ co, California 94105. Telephone Number: (415)495-6882. You also have the legally protected right to examine the Annual Report at the main office of the Plan, 522 Harrison Street, San FrarKisco, California 94105, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D. C. or to obtain a copy from the U. S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs.' Requests to the Department of Labm-should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, NS507 Pensirm and Welfare Benefit Administration U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20216 National Archives Heips WWil Seafarers Verify War Service for Veterans' Benefits If a World War II merchant mariner has found it difficult to obtain evidence of his wartime service, help may be available fi°om the National Archives. The federal government's record center has the official logbooks of merchant vessels active in World War II service. The National Archives has dis­ tributed those logbooks to its eight regional offices. Official Logbooks During the war, the official logbooks were turned in at the U.S. port entered at the end of the voyage. The National Archives has placed those logbooks in a regional archives central to the various ports in the United States where the logbooks were turned in. Official logbooks were issued to American reg­ istered vessels in the foreign trade at the beginning of each voyage. After 1937, these logs were also issued to vessels engaged in the coastwise trade. If a former WWI merchant mariner cannot locate any of the documents necessary to apply for veterans' status, and if the Coast Guard cannot find evidence of service in its records, then the logbooks held by the National Archives regional archives may be the next best source of verification. It's been a little more than two years since the Defense Department granted World War II U.S. merchant seamen who sailed between December 7, 1941 and August 15, 1945 veterans' status—some­ thing denied them for 43 years. But, this action does not mean automatic benefits for WWII merchant mariners. The first step in the process is obtaining evidence of wartime service. The former seamen should submit copies of any documents in their possession which could help to verify their service, to the United States Coast Guard, along with Form DD 2168, "Application For Dis­ charge of Member or Survivor of Member of Group Certified To Have Performed Active Duty with the Armed Forces of the United States," (available from all offices of the Veterans Administration). Requests should be addressed to: Commandant (GMVP:1/12), United States Coast Guard, 21(X) 2nd Street, S.W., Washington, DC 10593-0001. How to Obtain Logbook Copies Requests for copies of merchant vessel logbooks should be addressed to the director of the National Archives regional archives which holds logbooks for the port at which the individual's vessel ended its voyage. Listed in the box in the right column are the ports of voyage termination and the correspnding regional archives center. 1. Requests for logbook copies must be made in writing., 2. Requests for copies needed to verify veteran status must state that copies are needed for this purpose. 31 Requests must include: full name of vessel (for example, SS WALTER SCOTT, not SS SCOTT); name of port where the voyage ended, and approximate dates of the voyage, including the month and the year. Archives regional archives from which the copies are ordered. Info Contained in Logbooks The logbooks in the regional archives are not the traditional ships' logs often referred to as "deck logs." Rather they are those issued to masters of vessels in accordance with federal laws and regula­ tions passed to protect the health and welfare of merchant sailors. Entries initially recorded offenses and desertions punishable by forfeiture of wages, and injuries or illnesses of crewmembers. Later legislation required entries concerning circumstan­ ces surrounding passengers aboard ship. Also re­ quired were entries recording emergency drills held, and the watertight integrity of the vessel. What the logbooks do not contain, however, are descriptions of wartime actions in which the vessel was involved, or daily entries concerning the opera­ tions of the ship. That information was usually in­ cluded in the deck logs. Also, some WWII period logbooks do not name ports visited during the voyage due to wartime security restrictions. Restrictions Since official merchant vessel logbooks contain information relating to many individuals which may be of a personal nature, they are subject to the privacy provisions of the Freedom of Information Act. Therefore, any entries which relate to medical or disciplinary matters concerning individuals OTHER THAN THE REQUESTOR may have to be deleted from copies provided. Also note that the location of logbooks for some ports is presently unknown. The Coast Guard and the National Archives are attempting to locate logbooks for ports not listed in the box below. But in some cases, vessels registered in foreign countries were not required to maintain and turn in logbooks of this type. Where to Write Regional Archives New England Region National Archives 380 Trapelo Road Waltham, MA 02154 (617)647-8100 Date Span Boston, MA Portsmouth, NH Portland, ME Providence, RI 1942-53 1942-55 1941-55 1941-53 Northeast Region New York, NY National Archives New York, NY Bldg. 22 - MOT Bayonne Bayonne.NJ 07002-5388 (201)823-7252 1942-58 1959 Mid-Atlantic Region National Archives 9th & Market Streets, Room 1350 Philadelphia, PA 19107 (215)597-3000 1919-21 (942-56 1958-59 1942-57 1964-67 1940-55 Copies Provided Free of Charge If the requested logbook(s) can be located, the veteran will te provided, FREE OF CHARGE, ONE copy of the logbook pages needed to verify veteran status. These are: 1. The logbook cover. 2. Page 3, which shows inclusive dates of voyage, name of master and, usually the names of the ports visited. , 3. Pages containing the entire crew list. 4. Pages containing any entries which specifical­ ly relate to the injury, illness and treatment/hospitalization of the requestor. Requests for more than one copy of the required pages (and all requests for copies of pages not needed to verify veteran status) are subject to a minimum charge of $5.00 (this covers the cost of up to 14 pages). Additional pages beyond this are $.35 each. The regional archives will send a bill with the copies, or notify the requestor of the cost if it is more than $5.00. DO NOT SEND PAYMENT WITH THE INITIAL REQUEST. All payments must be paid by check or money order made payable to National Archives Trust Fund Board (or NATFB), and addressed to the National Port Philadelphia, PA Philadelphia, PA Philadelphia, PA Baltimore, MD Baltimore, MD Norfolk, VA (includes Wilming­ ton, NO Portsmouth, VA Portsmouth, VA 1956-57 1963-64 Southeast Region Savannah, GA National Archives Jacksonville, FL 1557 St. Joseph Avenue Tampa, FL East Point, GA 30344 (404)763-7477 1941-53 1943-51 1942-51 Southwest Region National Archives 501 West Felix Street P.O. Box 6216 Fort Worth, TX 76115 (817)334-5525 Brownsville, TX Corpus Qiristi, TX Galveston, TX Houston, TX Mobile, AL New Orleans, LA Port Arthur, TX 1946-59 1943-72 1941-74 1942-73 1942-56 1942-76 1939-70 Pacific SW Region National Archives 24000 Avila Road P.O. Box 6719 Laguna Niguel, CA 92677-6719 (714)643-4241 Los Angeles, CA Los Angeles, CA (includes Wilming­ ton, Long Beach & San Pedro) San Luis, CA Port Hueneme, CA 1916-42 1942-54 1942-54 1945 Pacific NW Region National Archives 6125 Sand Point Way,NE SeatUe,WA 98115 (206)526-6507 San Francisco, CA Seattle, WA Seattle, WA Seattle, WA Portland, OR Coos Bay, OR Astoria, OR 1927-57 1890-1911 1910-37 1940-58 1942-58 1914-27 1915-40 �VV , '.'.'-' . • ".J •-. ' MARCH mo 27 1990 UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE inglne Upgrading Courses Check-In Completion Course Date Date QMED-Any Rating August 31 June II July 20 Fireman/Watertender and Oiler June II Marine Electronics Technician July 6 April 16 Marine Electrical Maintenance July 5 May 14 Diesel Engine Technology June 8 May 14 All students in the Engine Department will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. All Programs Are Geared to Improve Job Skills of 5IU Members and to Promote the American Maritime Industry April-June 1990 The following is the current course schedule for April-June 1990 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's needs. PLEASE NOTE: AU members are required to take firefighting when attending the Lundeberg School. 1990 Adult education Schedule Check-In Completion Date Date April 2 May 11 May 28 July 6 Lifeboatman April 16 April 27 May 14 May 25 June 11 June 22 Simulator Shiphandling May 14 May 25 June 18 June 29 Radar Certification April 9 April 13 April 30 May 4 Celestial Navigation May 7 June 8 Tankerman April 16 April 27 Limited Mate August 10 June 11 Upon completion of course, the Sealift Operations & Maintenance course must be taken. Course Able Seaman ¥iBM...f' r'' . •.' •"•'/rC , Recertlflcatlon Programs Oil Spill Course April 30 May 4 May 14 May 18 Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must be taken. May 28 through July 20 Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement: SEAFARERS HARRY LUNDEBERG SCHOOL OF SEAMANSHIP • Yes - (.State) Date of Birth- Primary Language Spoken • Telephone. With this application COPIES of your discharges /nusr be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You must also submit a COPY of the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, as well as, a COPY of your clinic card. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule until this is received. , Mo./Day/Year (Zip Code) (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your applica­ tion will not be processed. ^ RATING HELD DATE SHIPPED .. DATE OF DISCHARGE Department. — • Yes GNo v • Yes • No Veteran of U.S. Armed Forces: U.S. Citizen: Home Port VESSEL •—_—^ Book #. Social Security #. Seniority No • . ^ (.Street) . (City) CPR:, • Yes Date Available for training (Middle) Address. No • Firefighting: • Yes . . NoQ Upgrading Applicatloa (First) Completion Date July 2 Oil Spill Prevention & Containment (1 week) SHtSS College Program Schedule for 1990 (Lasl) Check-In Date May 28 Course Steward Recertification Completion Check-In Date Date Gourse Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker All open-ended (contact admissions Chief Cook, Chief Steward office for starting date) All students in the Steward Program will have a two-week Sealift Famil­ iarization class at the end of their regular course. Name I J:- ^ 'i' Steward Upgrading Courses FULL 8-weck Sessions •t', The Adult Education courses of Adult Basic Education (ABE), High School Equivalency (GED) and English As A Second Language (ESL) are six weeks in length. Check-In Completion Course Date Date April 30 June 9 High School Equivalency (GED) April 30 June 8 Adult Basic Education (ABE) April 30 June 8 English as a Second Language (ESL) May 11 ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course April 23 July 6 June 18 The Developmental Studies Class (DVS) will be offered one week prior to some of the upgrading classes. June 8 Developmental Studies June 4 Deck Upgrading Courses I; ' ;'t';'-r':fj- • 1: ^ ; — SIGNATURE. I Am intereslcd in (he Following Course(s) Checked Below or Indicaled Here if Nol Lisled Endorsement(s) or License(s) Now Held. DFXK Are you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: • Yes . GNo (If yes, fill in below) • • • Q • AB/Sealift 1st Class Pilot Third Male Radar Observer Unlimited Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course to Trainee Program: From. Last grade of school completed. (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses: • Yes • No (if yes, fill in below) ENGINE • FOWT • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) • Marine Electrical Maintenance O Pumproom Maintenance & Operation Course(s) Taken. DATE. • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & (Operation • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief t'ingineer Motor Vessel • Original .Vd l^ngineer Steam or Motor Q Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems • Automation • Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility • Cook and Baker • Chief Cook Q] Chief Steward • Towboat Inland Cook AI.L DEPARTMENTS • Welding Q Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) ADUl.T EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) • High School Equivalency Program (GED) • Developmental Studies (DVS) • English as a Second Language (ESL) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation COLLEGE PROGRAM • Associates in Arts Degree • Certificate Programs No transportation will be paid unless you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO .Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center. Piney Point. MD. :0674 3/90 -Xi'- '• '';S> » ^',1 .'pi' '' 7 XiV T -jj;, '' , 1 Yfii ' • s 1 -• '-(i- ^5 1. ... •.( �j-',i;.'C ;* ;•;• SOfARCRS LOG SEAEUtEBS ''%i-'n'..\:hi-:-' r//- ABOARD THE USNS SILAS BENT ••?-.^' 1 • Vfff"'',li'',. • - . fcr- • ^.t DEHIL Signs are posted throughout the vessel: "Fire Drill 1300 Today." All the crewmembers know when the alarm is sounded they will have to spring into action. The USNS Silas Bent is in a West Coast port for repairs. The full crew is back onboard as the MAR Ship Oper­ ators vessel is nearing its sailing date. The day is gray and dank with a bonechilling wind whippingacross the har­ bor. It is not the best of days for a fire drill, yet the crew is aware that a fire will not pick a perfect day to start. As the alarm sounds, crewmembers run to their stations in what appears to an outsider to be utter chaos. However, each person heads directly for his or her fire station to await orders. In just minutes the in­ spection team is satisfied and asks the crew to assemble in a common area for further information. The deck department is told it must fight a deck fire. Although it is a drill, the members must wear protec­ tive gear and use the hoses. Under the watchful eye of the ship's officers. Bosun Michael Marquette helps the able seamen into their uniforms while the ordinary seamen unfurl the hoses. In less than five minutes, both fire hoses are spraying streams of water off the port side into the harbor to extinguish the mock flames. Fire drills are regular training on SIU ships. All graduates of the Seafar­ The alarm sounds and it's all men to their ers Harry LundebergSchool must take stations. It is no different on the USNS firefighting before leaving Piney Silas Bent as crewmembers Point. Members know they must be scurry to their prepared in case the unthinkable hap­ respective stations to prepare for pens. the fire drill. ;• ^•- i'l?;' T,• ^ pi:-"': fit K'l •=-/ V 0': Able Seaman Jack Cooper discovers there can be some fun as he dons the flame retardant jacket for the exercise. HAS ANYONE SEEN THIS CHILD? partment undertook an all-out search for the missing teenager, but virtually no clues have tumed up. The case has proven firustrating. One of the only tools at the family's disposal has been the photo distribu­ tion campaign by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Christopher will reach his 21st birthday on August 9, so the National Center has updated its picture file on him by distributing age-enhanced drawings. He can be identified by small moleson his right arm and upper right chest. Ordinary Seaman Almus Allen finds out that all the firefighting training he received at the Lundeberg School comes in handy during the drill. This was Allen's first week on the job after graduating from Piney Point. ANYONE HAVING INFORMATION Five years ago, 15-year-old Chris­ topher James Harvey and his father were at the family's summer home near Pagosa Springs, CO. Christopher was all set to leave for a sumer camp in Albuquerque, NM. He made his way over to a neighbor's house to say goodbye, and hasn't been seen since. The Hinsdale County ShcrifTs De- SHOULD CONTACT The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children 1-800-843-5678 OR Hinsdale County Sheriff's Department 1-303-944-2291 OR Your Local FBI Office Summary Annual Report for the SIU Pacific Dlstric^PMA Pension Plan for 1980 Pagi^f ;. i''V J;|ir:t:f IS':-'':. As crewmembers adjust his life support system, Able Seaman Mate Anzulovich keeps his hands out of the way to ensure a proper fit. .-•^ici' � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource March 1990 Description An account of the resource Headlines: SIU COMPANY AWARDED NINE SHIPS LUNDEBERG ELECTED HEAD OF SUP DOT TRANSPORT POLICY NO HELP TO SHIPPING NUNN STRESSES VITAL SHIP ROLE IN NATIONAL DEFENSE STRATEGY BUTCHER, LEBACK URGE BACK OF AMERICAN-FLAG SHIPPING AFL-CIO THEME URGES 'REBUILDING AMERICA' SACCO SAYS U.S. WORKERS MUST BE NATION'S PRIORITY HOUSE REPS PLEDGE SUPPORT OF MARITIME OBJECTIVES SEATIME APPROVED FOR SIMULATOR COURSE CENSUS WILL AFFECT FUTURE BILLS SIU SCHOOL BRINGS TRAINING TO 4 VESSELS OF SEALIFT FLEET BREAUX REMINDS TRADE REP OF BUSH PLEDGE ON U.S. SHIPPING TRANSCOM COMMANDER WANTS AID FOR SEALIFT CAPABILITY GREAT LAKES SIU MEMBERS UPGRADE SKILLS DURING WINTER CREW IS PROUD TO BE PART OF THE NEW DIEHL OVER 600 SEAFARERS ORDER SPAD T-SHIRTS BABY BOND PROCESS IS SIMPLIFIED ADVENTURESOME 72-YEAR OLD STILL SAILING, TELLING SEA STORIES TANKER LOADING PLAN WOULD ELIMINATE SPILLS SAFETY BOARD'S TWO-YEAR STUDY DETERMINES FOREIGN-FLAG CRUISE SHIPS ARE UNSAFE 'FRENCHY' RUF DIES AT 70 SIU CREWS ON DIXIE TUGS HELP MOVE BARGES NATIONAL ARCHIVES HELPS WWII SEAFARERS VERIFY WAR SERVICE FOR VETERANS' BENEFITS FIRE DRILL ABOARD THE USNS SILAS BENT Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 3/1/1990 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 52, No. 3 1990 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/7b078baa54a0cd464475d7a5e449f1d8.PDF dc9e12eeedfa721deafaf2490e5578c9 PDF Text Text mmm ': J; ' •-• • ••• v...:v. , -..f./y: I SEAFAKEISS •v'-h Volume 52, Number 4 April 1990 Giant Agnbnsiness Lust For Greater ProSts Would Destroy Nation's Shipping Independence f >'r •':\ • 7- 6 n c •f Cost to tJ.S. Taxpayer of Agricunurai Exports s^L.\.w'v-V".^Jy. '• 3- Funds spent by U.S. gov­ ernment for using U.S.flag ships. 2- $336,385,000 0- AGRICULTURE SHIPPING SOURCE: Unfted States Department of Agriculture 1991 Budget Summary, Budget of the United States Government FY 1991, USDA Office Of Budget and Program Analysis, Maritime Adininlstratlon Budget Fiscal Year 1991. J:CD >1— OOOC. —tjoo 0000 m-<o o(7>o>2:o $ 7,260,600,000 Funds spent by U.S. gov­ ernment for promoting sales of agri­ cultural ex­ ports and purchasing commodities for giveaways. Agriculture Panel Moves Ship Rgt To Senate Floor M^nce again the giant commodity interests are trying to get Congress to re­ duce or drop the cargo preference re­ quirement that applies to three percent of government-supported agricultural export products. But some members of Congress, con­ scious of the vital role played by U.S. ship­ ping in the rmdonal economic and security interests, are striking back with threats of allowing the purchase of such cargoes on the world's open mar­ kets. For stories on the cargo preference issue, see pages 3,16 and 17. • o-Ha: -• o Pagi Gov^t Service Sli Wins Back Pay Be — -f'fi , 'v-r,/ —looH-tC-f- mOoo o O-H 002:0 O I O • I—t Ut 2:0 I > H- 00 CX> r- o o o OJ •-H m •xi—i on >J O o o hH- ...i'r' - • • -I: .]'• r i; : Bahama Jinx Ship Fii . 200 Feared Dead .—^ Page 4 ".'07 > • Union Cooks Scon High In Top Culinmy Test - Page 5 Great Lakes Seafarers Get Set for Htout Page 12 Seafarers Get New FIreflghtIng Course The SIU's Lundeberg School of Seamanship has launched a new advanced training course in firefighting that includes the latest technology for handling marine fires. Coinciding with the offering of the new class, the Lundeberg School has begun conducting its firefighting courses at the University of Mary­ land in La Plata, less than an hour away from Piney Point, where the union's educational facility is located. In photo at right, taken by SIU member Les R. Farrell, Seafarers practice extinguishing a simulated deck fire at the La Plata training facility. For more photos and story, see page 6. "•fj-a •'f f • 7f|:. • A# 9 f •' 'M' ' 'vm Time to Return Maritime Administration to Commerce Department See President's Report -• �seuMEKioe President's Report '-'P' f - • • v,;.v: ;• ':- j Ir'm.r • \t,' ','• i-- V 'i:fi f; - • .,' h .'r.-n -.. . • •- . ' IIIPV ;\.v y' I .s vyi'p ft- ••-•5-0, tl'll ;.: ;'f f. vV-'V There can be no mistaking now that the Department of Transportation hasn't the slightest intention of making any serious creative effort to reverse the decline of the American-flag shipping industry. The record of the Department since 1981, when it took on the responsibility for maritime from the Department of Commerce, shows a steady lessening of interest in the state of the country's shipping capability. But the clinch­ er is the Transportation Department's recently issued "Statement of Na­ tional Transportation Policy" which, so far as railroads, bridges and highways are concemed, has been various­ ly appraised as a "dud" that "should be sent to the White House dumpster." On maritime it is even worse. , Aside from some acknowledgment that maritime is vital to the national security and some vague references to the need for shipping reform so that it can improve its competitive position, the "statement of policy" gave not the slightest sign of encouragement: no positive goals were set, no evidence shown that the department intends to do anyI Sling to promote American shipping. Not that we expected anything more from DOT; but we gave Siem the benefit of the doubt in the hope that the "statement of policy" might finally reveal that it understands the differences between the problems of maritime and those of the railroads, buses. Coast Guard, bridges, highways and the rest of its responsibilities. So if anyone was waiting for further proof that DOT has no intentions of moving maritime forward, we have it now. And that brings me to a suggestion that I put forth just a year ago: that on the basis of the record since 1981, it was a serious mist^e for all of the maritime industry to have agreed, as it did, with the Reagan administration, to transfer the Maritime Administration from the Department of Commerce to the Department of Transportation. I remember how we in the SIU and the rest of the industry, in the late '60s under the late Paul Hall's leadership, fought successfully against President Lyndon Johnson's move to transfer the Maritime Administra­ tion to a newly created Department of Transportation. We were to be shifted, along with the Coast Guard, to DOT which would also be respon­ sible for rails, highways, bridges and airlines. The Congress voted to ex­ clude the Maritime Administration from the new federal department, and MarAd remained in Commerce. SIU President Hall felt, however, that the nation's maritime affairs were important enough to warrant them being housed in an independent agency where they would get maximum attention and be directly respon­ sible to the president. Backed by the AFL-CIO and almost all of the maritime industry, the independent agency plan was overwhelmingly ap­ proved by a vote of 324 to 44 in the House of Representatives, including "yes" votes by former President Gerald Ford and the now president of the United States, George H.W. Bush, and then by the Senate. But an angiy Lyndon Johnson let the bill die on his desk without taking any action, effectively killing the proposal to establish the Maritime Administration as an independent agency. When the Nixon administration took over the reins of government, it immediately began working to strengthen American-flag shipping as can­ didate Nixon had said he would. MarAd was continued in the Depart­ ment of Commerce and the Merchant Marine Act of 1970 resulted. As evidence of the Nixon administration's determination to improve the nation's maritime posture, the new act provided that the Maritime Ad­ ministrator be elevated to Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Maritime Affairs, a post that was ably handled by Andrew Gibson. The Nixon and Ford administrations were the last to show concem for the state of America's shipping industry, and it has been going downhill ever since. President Reagan, who had pledged a program to revitalize shipping, got industry support in 1981 for the transfer of the responsibility for maritime from Commerce to the Department of Transportation, and it has been suffocating from that moment to this. The record of DOT is a poor one. In 1981 the U.S. had 612 active, privately owned vessels. Today the number is 377. Although the SIU has maintained a favorable job ratio, seafaring jobs overall have been cut in half since 1981. Since 1981, the construction differential subsidy, and with it our shipbuilding base, has disappeared. Operating subsidies have been slashed and Title XI loan guarantees have been discontinued. Here is another example of the industry's deterioration under the DOT. Either the Transportation Department does not understand the sig­ nificance to the United States of a merchant fleet operating on the oceans of the world or it chooses to ignore it One of the most convincing proofs of DOT'S determination to downgrade the role of U.S. shipping was its decision to eliihinate the four maritime attache posts in the American em­ bassies in Great Britain, Brazil, CJreece and Japan. Not only were these offices sources of vital maritime information to this country, they were physical reminders to the world of America's position as a maritime na­ tion and a world power. They were appropriate and necessary instru­ ments of foreign policy. Their closing signaled to the world that the U.S. was continuing on the slide down to a second-rate power. So the experience of the nine years under DOT certainly indicates that the move from the Department of Commerce was not only not helpful, it appears to have been an error of some magnitude, and there is no sign of any improvement anywhere on the horizon. It should be pointed out that the problem is not one of personnel. The Secretary of Transportation has in several instances been supportive of American shipping, as he was when certain interests sought to exempt the Polish aid shipments from cargo preference, and as he is in the cur­ rent oil spill problem. The people in the Maritime Administration are competent and dedicated. The problem is that maritime does not belong in a department that has other priorities and is concemed principally with railroads, bridges, highways and airlines. It is a department that is regulatory oriented, rather than promotional. It is logical that maritime belongs in a department more concemed with promoting U.S. industries at home and abroad and which has the mechanism for dealing with inter­ national commerce, of which ocean shipping is a part. Within DOT, the Maritime Administration operates under a handicap, for example when it attempts to negotiate shipping agreements with the Soviet Union and China. While the location of the agency responsible for the welfare of U.S. shipping is alone no assurance that it will prosper, it can at least provide the proper atmosphere wherein its problems are understood and the atten­ tion it gets is not subordinated to other concems that are given much :i^ rfi'sifi 1 Pp'' ,K py r'-':-'^-t;-/' Iv' April 1990 Volume 52, Number 4 The Seafarers LCXJ (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFLaO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class j^stage paid at MSG iSince Georges, 20790-9998 and at additional maUing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. I^ident, Michael Sacco; Secretary-Treasurer, Joe DiGiorgio; Executive Vice President, Joe Sacco; Vice President Collective Bargaining, Angus "Red" Campbell; Vice President Atlantic Coast, Jack Caffey; Vice Presi­ dent Gulf Coast, Thomas Giideweil; Vice President West Coast, George MrCartney; Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters, John Fay; Vice President Government Services, Roy "Buck" Mercer. Communications Department Director, Jessica Smith; Associate Editors, Darnel Duncan and Max Hall; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene. , W-; P''.Pp. % •,r, higher priority. To our list of objectives for improving the condition of U.S.-flag ship­ ping, we must now add getting the Maritime Administration into the ap­ propriate federal department—the Department of Commerce. v.'-'" '-'f • Rank and File Finance Group Meets SIU members elected to review the union's fourth quarter of 1989 financial records meet with Secretary-Treasurer Joseph , ph DiGiorgio. Pictured above are (clockwise from bottom left) Wagner Pellerin, illerir Robert Carson, Charles C. Clausen Jr., DiGiorgio, Stanley D. Vienna, Joseph Fratini, Gregorlo A. Blanco and Arthur H. Baredian. iP^' • ?P:P' P' IIS ' 'M Index to LOG Features COBRA Notice Dispatchers'Report/Deep Sea .......... Dispatchers'Report/Inland ........... Dispatchers'Report/Great Lakes . . . Final Departures Know Your Rights Letters to the Editor .... ....... Lundeherg School Application . . ... . . . . . • Lundeherg School Course Schedule ....... Meeting Notice • • • • • Pensioners Ships Minutes Union Hall Directory ........ • • • • Page ... 26 ... 20 ... 22 ... 22 ..29-30 ... 30 ... 19 ... 31 ... 31 ... 20 ... 21 ..25-26 ... 22 �vv... ^ APRIL 1990 v; -.i-i' Commodity Interests Seek to Scuttle U.S. Shipping AnA-Cargo Preference Amendments to Farm BUI WUl Be Brought to Senate Floor Debate The first shot has been fired in the 1990 battle to maintain the law that calls for carriage of 75 percent of U.S. government-generated agricultural cargoes to b« shipped on American-flag bottoms. Earlier this month in a meeting of the Senate Agriculture Gommittee where the main subject was the Food for Peace provisions of the so-called 1990 fairm bill. Senator Richard Lugar (R-IN) launched an effort to eliminate or weaken the cargo preference requirement that applies to government-impelled food aid. Although Lugar agreed to raise his amendments on the Senate floor, he used the meeting as a forum to begin his 1990 campaign against U. S. shipping. Currently, 75 percent of govern­ ment-generated food aid must be carried on U.S.-flag vessels. Prior to 1985 the amount allocated through the cargo preference law for American ships was 50 percent. The enactment of the 1985 food bill, known as the Food Security Act, contained a carefully con­ structed compromise reached be­ tween maritime and agricultural groups and supported by a majority in the Congress. As part of the compromise, maritime groups agreed to limit the application of cargo preference to aid cargoes and not to promotional programs of the Departnient of Agriculture and the Commodity Credit Corporation. In return, the •. f.': ... . farm lobby agreed to increase the share of food aid transported by waterbome commerce to 75 per­ cent. The three-tier amendment Lugar introduced during the Senate Agriculture Committee meeting proposed the following scenarios. First, complete exemption from cargo preference laws for U.S. government agricultural assistance programs to foreign recipients. If this amendment fails, Lugar's second proposal would bring down the share of total food aid carried on U.S.-flag vessels from 75 per­ cent back to 50 percent, the level established by the 1954 Cargo Preference Act and in place up until the Compromise of 1985. In the event that this amendment fails, Lugar's third proposal would mandate that 25 percent of all food aid cargoes be shipped from Great Lakes ports. Senator Slade Gorton (R-WA) also proposed a rollback to a cargo preference requirement of 50 per­ cent, citing the absence of grain cargoes originating from his home state of Washington. Speaking eloquently in defense of cargo preference. Senator Thad Cochran (R-MS) pointed out how foes of the ship American concept often distort facts. . . On November 8,1989, the Department of Agriculture approved the P.L.480 cargo preference shipment of grain — 50,000 tons of com to Poland. The rate being charged by the U.S. vessel was $36 a ton." At the same time, Cochran noted, some Senators were saying the cost of shipping on U.S.-flag vessels was around $70 to $80 per ton. Senator Thomas A. Daschle (DSD) reminded the committee mem­ bers that advocating the use of. foreign-flag carriers because of a so-called cheaper cost could raise questions about doing the same for die food aid commodities themsel­ ves. Daschle asked the committee members if anyone knew the cost of wheat in other nations. Senator Lugar withdrew his anti-cargo preference amendments presented to the committee and said he would raise them during the floor debate in Congress on the 1990 farm bill. The Indiana senator took this course of action because of a Senate rale that would allow another committee to take up any introduced amendment that dealt with an issue within its juris­ diction. In the case of the cargo preference amendments, the matter could have been taken up by the Senate Commerce Committee and its merchant marine subcommittee. A review by another committee could have delayed the 1990 farm bill, a consequence Lugar and other senators were not anxious to ac­ tivate. Lugar's promise to raise his op­ position to cargo preference when the farm bill is being discussed by the full Senate indicates the maritime community can expect yet another battle on the issue of the carriage of 75 percent of the food aid cargoes by U.S.-flag vessels. For an analysis of U.S. government monies spent to support the promotion of agricuiturai products, includ­ ing grain, and the amount directed towards shipping costs, see centerfolddpages16 pages K and 17. Anticipating the attack on cargo preference, the presidents of four maritime unions, including the SIU, urged Senator Patrick Leahy (D-VT), who serves as chairman of Ae committee, to reject any at­ tempt to circumvent the existing cargo preference law. The maritime union presidents pointed out, "We have not at­ tempted to increase our statutory share or otherwise change its terms." Their letter said, "Rolling back cargo preference require­ ments to the 50 percent pre-1985 level would not provide any benefit to the agricultural industry. Under existing law, the cost attributable to the increase in American-flag ves­ sel participation from 50 percent to the 75 percent level is paid by the Department of Transportation, not the Department of Agriculture." MarAd Head Insists on U.S. Ship Role in Soviet Pact • '•••" ' . . . •' s*" 5 -i • ' i' •••• The agribusiness lobby has been rebuffed by the head of the Maritime Administration (MarAd) in its attempt to tor­ pedo a proposal to share cargo in equal thirds be­ tween Soviet, Leback American and third-nation vessels under the terms of a new maritime agreement between the two superpowers. Last month, the National As­ sociation of Wheat Growers notified the administration of its belief that cargo sharing provisions in a American-Soviet maritime pact would harm U.S. grain sales to the Soviets. Responding by letter to the con­ cerns of the wheat growers, MarAd Administrator Captain Warren G. Leback said the U.S. proposal to provide access to one-third of the cargoes between the two nations to American-flag vessels "in no way jeopardizes the so-called 'free' flow of grain to the Soviet Union. In fact, all decisions on what rates will be paid will remain as they are — with the Soviet entities. U.S.fla'g vessels would be eligible to carry one-third of bulk grain car­ goes only if they can do so at world market freight rates." Leback noted the advantage the Soviet government has by having a "monopoly position in controlling access to cargo by stipulating the terms and conditions of sale." In addition to controlling the large Soviet fleet, the government in that country handles all aspects of ves­ sel chartering. "Because U.S.-flag vessels will compete on an equal footing with other carriers, it should m^e no difference to U.S. exporters of wheat whether their cargoes are shipped on a U.S.-flag vessel or a foreign-flag vessel There is no obligation that the Soviets pay any additional premium for a U.S.-flag vessel," Leback concluded. The MarAd chief also took the opportunity of addressing the American Association of Port Authorities earlier this month to stress the administration's commit­ ment to developing trade and transportation markets abroad. Leback told the participants of that meeting the concept of cargo sharing is a fair one, stating, "the cargo originates here, it's only fair that American-flag carriers" be al­ lowed to transport a portion of the products to be shipped, if they remain competitive with world rates. Talks with the Soviets on a bilateral maritime pact will con­ tinue in Moscow next month. Two rounds of negotiations have been held to date. The Maritime Ad­ ministration is the lead American government agency in the talks. On the negotiating table are the AYm •: •A Continued on page 10 ..M; SIU Gov't Setvices Division Wins MSCPAC Pay Beef Unlicensed deck department members of the SIU's Government Services Division will be receiving back pay with interest for all claimed overtime for watchstanding in port between the hours of 1700 and 0800 the next day denied since May 1, 1989. The Military Sealift Com­ mand—^Pacific Fleet (MSCPAC) announced the agreement before a hearing by the Federal Labor Rela^ tions Authority (FLRA) took place. Four union members—Barry D. Smith, Jinks Rhaney, John Meno Torees and Owen Dale Mooneyofficially filed the grievance, stat­ ing the lack of overtime pay was a violation of the union's contract with MSCPAC. -Ay,- Roy "Buck" Mercer, SIU vice president for the Government Ser­ vices Division, said this is a major victory for the members and would result in thousands of dollars going into the affected members' wallets. The Military Sealift Command (MSG) eliminated the overtime unilaterally in an effort to save money. Under the agreement, MSG stated it would "not interfere with the bargaining relationship be­ tween MSCPAC and the SIU by unilaterally implementing changes in overtime pay practices" without first bargaining with the SIU. MSG also agreed that it would not make any changes in the con­ tract without first negotiating with the union, would not interfere with -IK. employees' rights to file a charge with the FLRA and would reinstate the overtime pay as well as provide back pay for those affected. A copy of the agreement is being sent to all vessels in MSCPAC for members to review. After receiving the charges, the FLRA asked the SIU for all docu­ ments relating to the case. It also interviewed the union officials who attended the meetings to find out why the overtime was cut out. Mercer said he hoped the agree­ ment will end the confusion that has enveloped deck department mem­ bers for almost a year. He was not certain when checks would be is­ sued. is- - 'f �, ' V'.-'. .'-.'AV..••:.«••.; .. f/.': sma^m Fire on Bahama-Flag Ship Ends in 200 Deaths Scandinavian Star Had Been Cited Previously by NTSB mr- i:UC'h •;\ II' : •;••? • -T- ' 1. The loss of close to 200 lives in a lire aboard a Bahamian-flag passenger/ferry vessel would not have happened if recommenda­ tions made by the American government's transportation safety agency had been imple­ mented last year. The Scandinavian Star, which caught nre earlier this month as it sailed between Norway and Den­ mark, was the same vessel inves­ tigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) for an engineroom blaze that occurred when the ship was engaged in the passenger cruise trade operating out of a U.S. port and owned by SeaEscape. The NTSB found the probable cause of the March 1988 Scan­ dinavian Star fire to be lack of preventive maintenance, inade­ quate crew training, lack of written firefighting procedures, mal­ functioning of a fire suppression system and the inability of crewmembers to communicate in a common language with each other and with passengers. The NTSB recommended that safety standards and training pro­ cedures be adopted not only on the Scandinavian Star but also on all foreign-flag cruise ships canying American passengers and sailing from U.S. ports. Initial investigations and tes­ timony regarding the April 7 fire on the Scandinavian Star indicate that crewmembers appeared con­ fused and ill-equipped to handle the emergency situation. According to the Associated Press, in a hearing before a Scan­ dinavian maritime authorities, police and judges, the master of the vessel, Oddvar Finstad, said he knew nothing about the ship's emergency plan or evacuation pro­ cedures and he was unaware of his role in an emergency team. The Scandinavian Star captain also acknowledged that the re­ quired fire and evacuation drills had not been held. The ship's first officer, who held the position of safety officer, said in testimony that he knew nothing about inter­ national safety regulations that re­ quire fire drills when more than 25 percent of the crew is new. - r. " 1 Firemen try to put out the fire in the bridge of the Scandinavian Star hours after the crippled ferry was towed to the port of Lysekii, Sweden. Officials suspect arson as the cause. News reports quoted passengers who said ttaee separate fires were set outside of cabins near the stem of the vessel while the Scan­ dinavian Star, which is now owned by the Danish company Da-No Line, was sailing between Norway and Denmark. Passengers said the crew, made up of individuals from the Philip­ pines and Portugal, were unable to understand the commands of the Norwegian master or other Scan­ dinavian officers. Additionally, crewmembers could not communi­ cate with passengers. Most of the crew had only signed on the Bahamian-flag vessel a few days before the fire. The master testified that safety procedures were not checked be­ cause "we had been onboard such a short time that we hadn't gotten around to it." The Scandinavian Star's safety officer reported during the inquity that he had not had any time to train the crew in rescue operations before the vessel was underway across the Skagarrak (Channel. The officers of the vessel tes­ tified that they abandoned the buming ship in a lifeboat while many passengers remained aboard waiting to be rescued. Oyer 160 bodies have been recovered. The death toll is es­ timated to be closer to 200 because no exact number of passengers is available. It had been the practice of the Scandinavian Star to not in­ clude children on the list of pas­ sengers. Additionally, the only passenger list on the date of the fire was kept on the bridge. That list was partially burned on April 7. Butcher Named to TRANSCOI\/l, Donovan New Head of NISC President George Bush has nominated Vice Admiral Paul D. Butcher to be the deputy com­ mander and chief of staff of the U.S. Transportation Command (TRANSCOM). Butcher, who has been the commander of the Military TRANSCOM coordinates the wartime work of the Navy's MSC, the Air Force's Military Airlift Command and the Army's Military Traffic Management Command. Donovan also joined the Navy as an enlisted man. In 1955, he received a fleet apipointment to the ' 'W •iAdmiral Francis Donovan A rescue helicopter hovers over the ferry Scandinavian Star after it caught fire in the North Sea between Norway and Denmark. Sealift Command (MSC), will be relieved by Rear Admiral Francis Donovan. Butcher, a West Virginia native, started his career in the Navy as an enlisted man in 1948. He has com­ manded several vessels and task for­ ces. He is a former commander of Nayal Surface Group/Western Pacific and deputy commander and chief of staff of the Atlantic fleet. Admiral Paul D. Butcher U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, MD. Besides being commander of five ships and an amphibious force, he is a former deputy commandant of Armapolis and operations direc­ tor at the National Military Com­ mand Center of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The MSC provides logistical sufrport to U.S. forces deployed worldwide. �^ f\. - r< APRIt 1990 Hulse Pan^ Iteaewmg Cost of IkHtle lhlls/B(atam Impact of Intemational Protocols Also Under Study as Congress Moves to Enact OU SpiU L^Iation The U.S. House of Repre­ sentatives conferees for the om­ nibus oil spill legislation have asked their staff to provide further information about the cost of fit­ ting U.S.-flag tankers and barges widi double hulls or double bot­ toms. The conferees, meeting before Congress recessed for Easter, also asked the staff to gather opinions from states'attorneys general on the possible impact of federal ratification of the protocols of liability on laws being considered and passed by states. The conferees' meeting was the first since House and Senate staf­ fers began working on compromise language for the legislation. Both houses of Congress passed by a large majority oil spill bills. How­ ever, differences in several major areas have prevented overall pas­ sage of the legislation. The action of the House conferees is expected to delay by several more weeks any possible action. Under the House bill, all newly constructed tankers entering U.S. ports must be fitted with double hulls or bottoms. Existing tankers, under the House bill, would be re­ quired to phase in the double hulls and double bottoms over a 15 year period. The Senate bill requires the federal government to issue regula­ tions on tanker construction. House conferees stated they had insufficient information concern­ ing the costs to tanker and barge operators as well as the consumer. Another difference between the Senate and House versions of the legislation concerns American participation in the international protocols governing liability for oil spills. Under the House bill, the United States would be a par­ ticipant in the intemational liability fund. The Senate bill, however, does not allow the United States to sign on to the intemational conven­ tions governing oil spill liability. While work has been continuing on the oil spill bill, a House over­ sight subcommittee heard from a Coast Guard official that double hulls or bottoms are not the total answer. Rear Admiral Joel Sipes of the Differences have prevented passage of the MIL usee Office of Marine Safety, Security and Environment told the a hearing on the Exxon Valdez that while double hulls and bottoms may be effective in groundings they would not protect Ae environ­ ment from spills caused by col­ lisions. Sipes said collisions are the prime cause of oil spills. He also noted that retrofitting tankers and barges with double bottoms and hulls could create a safety problem. U.S. Representative Billy Tauzin (D-LA) said oil spill con­ ferees are looking at something other than double hulls and bot­ toms, including the hydrostatic loading plan that was described in depth in the March 1990 edition of the Seafarers LOG Under a proposal put forth by George Blake, executive vice president of Maritime Overseas Corporation, a tanker would be loaded to the point that the weight of the oil carried equals the pres­ sure of the seawater surrounding the vessel. In the event of a ground­ ing, if the tanker's load is hydrostatically balanced with the seawater, the amount of spillage would be minimal. The beauty of the Blake proposal is that it could be imple­ mented immediately, without ex­ pensive retrofitting or new construction. '-i') % • ; V; • 'i • J--*, o 1 Bosun Ross Hailed by MSC 'r. SIU Cooks Capture Roned Culinary Prize Two stu­ dents from the Seafarers Harry Lund e b e r g School, along with Execu­ tive Chef Romeo Lupinacci, showed they are better than "the Grume best" last month at a regional culinary com­ petition in Washington, DC. Lupinacci Among the many items prepared for the contest were platters of meats and seafood, Maryland stuffed ham, vegetable gar­ nishes, hors d'oeuvres and much more. Avalon The highlight of the 65-foot display was an enorm­ ous tallow sculpture of a bald eagle with its wings spread. Chief Steward Lauren Cmme, Chief Cook Steve Avalon and Lupinacci finished third in the American Culinary Federation's Grand Salon of Culinary Arts competi­ tion for the Washington, DC area held last month. The trio was up against the best chefs from more than 60 restaurants, hotels The centerpiece of the Lundeberg School display Is this and resorts from bald eagle made of hardened animal fatMaryland, Virginia, Delaware, West Virginia and Washington. "I am really proud of what they did," Lupinacci said as he delivered the third place trophy to Lun­ deberg School Vice Presi­ dent Ken Conklin. "This was the first time the Lun­ deberg School competed. Cmme and Avalon really were dedicated, putting in more than 200 hours into the project." The trio spent the morning setting up the display, Lupinacci said. They had three hours to work on it in the ballroom of the Washington Sheraton before all the chefs had to leave so judging could take place. The only identification to each group's display was a number assigned by the federation so the judges would have no idea who prepared what. The competition is held by the federation among its members in various locations across the country to determine the U.S. Culinary Olym­ pic team. Lupinacci has not heard if any members This pork plate Including stuffed leg of old Maryland ham, of the Lundeberg team cheeses and vegetables was one of many Items the trio has qualified. spent more than 200 hours preparing for the competition. Bosun Jose Ross takes a break outside one of the llferafts he and his deck department prepared for Inspection on the DSNS Chauvenet. Bosun Jose Ross was recognized by Vice Admiral Paul Butcher for the work he and his deck depart­ ment crew did in preparing the USNS Chauvenet for its inspection after an overhaul. In a letter dated to SIU member Ross, the commander of the Military Sealift Command, said, "You are commended for your stel­ lar performance as ship's bosun (on the) USNS Chauvenet. You exer­ cised superb professional knowledge and leadership in or­ ganizing a deck department pre­ viously ignored." Butcher noted the work per­ formed to prepare winches, cargo booms, davits, ground tackle and lifeboats during the overhaul and inspection. He closed by saying, "It is a pleasure to work with men of your caliber and I look forward to that opportunity again." Ross, who graduated from the Lundeberg School in 1980, said he was surprised when he received the letter aboard the USNS Chauvenet. He said both the deck and engine departments deserved the praise. "All of my ABs worked very hard for this inspection," Ross noted. The able seamen on the Chauvenet were David Hooper, Hershel Turner, Jeffrey Serman, Robert Wankmueller, Charles Willingham and William Steele. Before joining the SIU, Ross served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. His younger brother, Frankie, sails with the SIU in the steward department. :ir . . :h �SEAFARERS LOG Advanced Firefighting Course Added to SlU School Agenda With the addition of an ad­ vanced firefighting course to its curriculum, the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship has become the first union training facility to offer both U.S. Coast Guard-approved basic and ad­ vanced firefighting training for merchant mariners. To efficiently conduct both courses, the school has moved its firefighting training facility from the federally-run center in Freehold, NJ to one owned by the University of Maryland in LaPlata, less than 45 miles from where the Lundeberg School is located in Piney Point. Only five other schools in the country offer the U.S. Coast Guard approved advanced training, ac­ cording to Bill Eglinton, director of vocational education. Neetran Nee (left) and Aaron Vaughan unfurl a hose as they prepare for firefighting training at the new LaPlata, MD facility. "This is a very unique oppor­ tunity for SIU members," Eglinton said when the USCG certificate of approval for the Lundeberg School's advanced firefighting class arrived last month. "With the changes in Coast Guard regula­ tions, more members are going to have to renew their firefighting training. The school can provide these courses." The Coast Guard requires men and women applying for a maritime license, those wishing to upgrade their license and those renewing their license to pass an advanced firefighting course. Before entering an advanced pro­ gram, the USCG stipulates that mariners must have passed an ap­ proved basic firefighting course within five years of taking the ad­ vanced session. The advanced course is designed, through classwork and hands-on experience, to mirror how to supervise an onboard fire, to learn what manpower and equip­ ment should be utilized and how to keep a fire-damaged vessel afloat. The course covers what may be available to handle fires at sea arid in port and how to determine when a fire cannot be extinguished even though the vessel still is operation­ al. Byran Cummings, a firefighting instructor at the Lundeberg School, said the SIU members taking the course would spend a day on the Bull Shepard, which is docked at Piney Point, and be faced with various fire situations. The students would be graded on how well they handle the simulated fires in order to save the ship. Fel­ low students will critique each scenario. A 100-question test will be given the final day. A score of 70 or greater is needed to pass. Hands-on experience for the basic program will switch from the New Jersey location to the LaPlata site. Although firefighting is not required by the Coast Guard for unlicensed mariners, the basic course is required by the Lun­ deberg School for all graduates no matter if they are trainees or upgraders. "We feel that within a year or two the Coast Guard will demand it," Cummings said. "We want our members to be prepared." The basic course features two days of classroom training fol­ lowed by a day at the LaPlata facility. To graduate, students must score at least 70 percent on a 50question test. Eglinton said the school has been negotiating with the Univer­ sity of Maryland, the Maritime Ad­ ministration (MarAd) and USCG for more than 18 months to allow the Seafarers to use the LaPlata location. The Maryland training area has a three-story building which can be used to simulate fires on a deck or within an engineroom, pits for mock tank fires and a con­ verted trailer that is set up to spew various smokes and gases that might be encountered on a vessel. Cummings noted the LaPlata facility offers students a realistic approach to firefighting. "The stu- While a straw fire is unlikely aboard a vessel, this Lundeberg trainee ap­ proaches the fire as if it were in the engineroom. Jeffrey Riemersma (left) assists Jamie Overby into his life support system. All the photographs on this page were provided by AS Les R. iFarrell. As backups prepare to support the hose, a trainee gives the order to start the water. All Lundeberg students and upgraders now will receive firefighting education at a University of Maryland facility 45 miles from Piney Point. dents will be able to feel the condi­ tions of heat and smoke," Cum­ mings said. "We now are able to use different scenarios. SIU mem­ bers can leam to use their gut feel­ ings to find and extinguish a fire." Both Eglinton and Cummings noted that Norman Atwater, senior MarAd firefighting instructor at the Freehold, NJ facility, was very instrumental in helping the Lun­ deberg School get MarAd and Coast Guard approval for the LaPlata site. They also thanked USCG Lt. Commander Scott Glover of Baltimore, Robert Spears of the USCG Washington, DC Training and Qualification Branch of Merchant Vessel Per­ sonnel, and Chris Krusa, MarAd's Maritime Training Specialist, for their assistance with the project. Cummings and John Smith will serve as the instructors for the Lun­ deberg School firefighting cour­ ses. After serving as a volunteer firefighter for six years in Prince George's County, MD, Cummings went to work for the department fiilltime. He retired in 1989 after 18 years as a certified master firefighter, the highest ranking recognized by the International Association of Fire Fighters. He started working as an instructor at Piney Point in July 1989. Smith came to the Lundeberg School in March 1988 after retiring from the Navy. He received his training at Texas A&M University and has been a volunteer firefighter in Lexington Park, MD for 25 years. He has served as a firefight­ ing field instructor for the Univer­ sity of Maryland. Advanced classes are set for May 14 through 18, June 25 through 29, August 13 through 17 and October 29 through November 2. To register for the advanced course, members must have taken basic firefighting within the last five years at a qualified location like the Freehold facility, and present their credentials. Further information on the course is avail­ able from the school. �jmmo •••E • •• -m SlU Stands by lAM in Year-Long Beef •-•fill,-- "" • ''•'M IM fi.• te' • i-'t I '• '1 «l''' • • •> • '! . -,,E.'\'!IE>#!'. •'. . • ". \ J.H. "Bucldy"Raspberry ILA Leader Dies After Long Illness J. H. "Buddy" Raspberry, 59, general vice president of the Inter­ national Longshoremen's Associa­ tion, passed away March 22 in Houston after suffering an ex­ tended illness. Seafarers across the country joined striking members of the International Association of Machinists (lAM) to com­ memorate the one year anniversary of their job action against Eastern Airlines. Union members representing many different crafts and services rallied at airports served by Eastern to show solidarity with the machinists. Chanting their battle cry of "One Day More!", the machinists' union vowed to remain on the line until Frank Lorenzo, chairman of Eastern's parent or­ ganization, Texas Air, is forced to sell the airline or rehire the strikers. lAM spokesman Frank Ortis said his members have been uplifted by several recent events, despite the inability of the House of Representatives to override a •111... .m--:- Chief Steward Raymond Groves (with glasses) and Recertified Steward Lincoln Finn lead a group of Seafarers past the Eastern ticket counter in Washington's National Airport. These SlU members were among thousands of union members who participated in demonstrations of support for striking machinists held around the country on the first anniversary oil the IAM strike against Frank Lorenzo's Eastern Airlines. Raspberry also served as the president of the South Atlantic and Gulf Coast District of the ILA, From that post, he negotiated in 1986 the first contract for southern and Gulf ports apart from the master contract that had served all Atlantic and Gulf ports. Raspberry proceeded with the negotiations rather than lose jobs to non-ILA dock operators. The Houston native attended Texas A&M University and the University of Texas before serving in the Air Force. Upon his dis­ charge, he went to work with the ILA. Raspberry rose through the ranks of ILA Local 1273 serving as personnel director, then getting elected president of the body in 1968. He was named secretarytreasurer of the Atlantic and Gulf Coast District by 1974. Four years later, he became president. In 1987, Raspberry was elected the international's general vice presi­ dent. He is survived by his wife, Velda; a son. Randy; two daughters, Chris Raspberry and Lisa Bowers; and two grandchildren. Services were held March 26 in Madisonville, TX.. Seafarers, from the left, Ambrose Cucinotta,E. Doruth and L. Trott walk the Eastern picket line with representatives from other New York-area unions at La Guardia Airport. presidential veto in January of a bill that would have required the presi­ dent to call in a mediator to review and attempt to settle the dispute. He referred to David Shapiro's audit of the company for a federal bankruptcy court and Easterri's reneging of a payback agreement made in March. Shapiro is the court-appointed examiner who reviewed the financial dealings be­ tween Eastern and Texas Air. On March 1, Shapiro told the court Texas Air had underpaid Eastern hundreds of millions of dollars on 12 different accounts. including the sale of its reservation system. He said the underpayment may have helped launch Eastern into bankruptcy. The independent auditor's report tended to support the machinists contention that Lorenzo was stripping Eastern of its assets to bolster Texas Air's non-union subsidiary. Continental Airlines. The report contained a quote by one Texas Air official who said Continental would "cher­ ry-pick the core parts of the Eastern system and become in effect the substitute carrier." Last month. Eastern reached an agreement with its creditors to pay nearly 50 cents on every dollar of debt. The bankrupt company also offered to make up the remaining debt with stock options. Feder^ Bankruptcy Judge Burton R. Lifland, who has presided over the Eastern bankruptcy case since the company filed for reorganization five days after the JAM went on strike, approved the deal. By the end of March, Eastern announced it could not stand by the agreeriient. The creditors, who are owed about $1 billion, contacted Judge Lifland and asked the court to appoint a trustee to run the com­ pany or order an immediate liqui­ dation of the company to sell the remaining assets. Lifland scheduled April 13 as the date to hear the creditors' complaints against Texas Air. The machinists, who began calling for a trustee to oversee Eastern when the company filed for bankruptcy, also have a hearing in Lifland's court to seek a trustee. This meeting will take place May 9. The current situation facing Lorenzo—agreement on the part of the creditors, the unions and much of the flying public—has resulted in widespread speculation that the union-buster may be forced to sell Eastern, a move the IAM would welcome. IAM members began theirstrike against Eastern on March 4, 1989, after Lorenzo locked them out the day before. The machinists were Continued on page 26 Byron Kelley Named to Great Lakes Commission Byron Kelley, SIU assistant vice president for the Great Lakes and inland waters, has become the second labor delegate to the 32member Great Lakes Commission. Kelley, 56, was named to the eight-state panel by Michigan Governor James Blanchard to rep­ resent groups or organizations in­ terested in or affected by the Great Lakes. Blanchard said in his letter of appointment to Kelley that he had "every confidence that the state of Michigan will benefit from your background and experience." Kelley joined the Tug, Firemen, Linesmen, Oilers and Watchmen Protective Association, AFL, in 1951. Ten years later, that union became the Inland Boatmen Union of the Great Lakes when it merged with the SIU. Kelley becomes only the second labor official to be named to the commission in its 35year history. The goal of the Great Lakes Commission is "to promote the or­ derly, integrated and comprehen­ sive development, use and conservation of the water resources of the Great Lakes Basin." It deals with such issues as funding a second lock at Sault Ste., Marie, MI, developing a regional steel policy and creating task forces to advise Washington politicians on the needs of the region. "I am very honored to be con­ sidered and appointed," Kelley said. "I look forward to Ae oppor­ tunity to put forth a balanced opinion to the commission by ap­ proaching the side of waterbome transportation." » <4 • Recertified Steward Ray Loretta was one of many SIU members to hit the bricks outside National Airport's Eastern terminal on March 3. . - ':f- EE" '.1 h' , 'E �SOFARCK106 8 Trnvelling Union School Team Holds Tialning on Bellatrix mim t •• I' When the USNS Bellatrix left the North Florida Shipyard in Jack­ sonville to sail to its new home port of Galveston, TX, the IMC vessel carried an extra erewmember: Lundeberg Instructor Harry Alongi. The teacher led the SIU crew aboard the ship in a series of train­ ing sessions. Among the topics covered were lifeboat drills, firefighting, damage control, flooding and overall job safety. Alongi said classes ran ap­ proximately two hours in both the morning and afternoon. They are required periodically by the Military Sealift Command. One of the instruments MSC wanted Alongi to explain to the crew was the recently installed thermal heat indicator. "I didn't even know how to work it," Alongi recalled. "The crew brought it to me. I read the instructions, then exp^ned it to everyone aboard, from Crewmembers William Burlis (left) and James Williams learn how to operate a thermal heat indicator which is used to locate personnel trapped in smoke-filled spaces. the mate on down." He said the sensitive instrument registers dif­ ferences in heat being given by ob­ jects. Its primary purpose is to save the life of aerewmember by finding him or her in a smoke-filled room. Karaczynski to Cycle Across United States •r: ' p. r';: -'f' Alongi reported the crew picked up the new procedures very quick­ ly. He praised the group as being very good to work with. GSU Constance Povalini demonstrates the fit of a survival suit which would be used in the event the USNS Bellatrix had to be abandoned. •iW MET Course Grade Find Jobs Earl Langley (left) became the first graduate of the Lundeberg School's Marine Electronics Technician (MET) course to catch a job as a MET on the cable ship Lono Lines. Langley recently completed his training at Piney Point. Along with Frances Brown (center) and Jay Moorehead (not pic­ tured), he studied mathematics, Morse code and analog and digital com­ puters and automation during the 12-week course. All three passed the very demanding FCC radio telegraph exam. Instructor Russ Levin (right) said all three found the course very challenging and rewarding. The 15-mile roundtrip Jake Karaczynski pedals every day from his home in Great Mills, MD to nearby Piney Point will seem like nothing on May 12. The Lundeberg School instructor will start on a 47day, 3,200-mile bicycle trip across the country from Los Angeles to Boston for charity. Karaczynski, 35, has rfever at­ tempted anything like this before. He has been riding a bicycle for as long as he can remember, but the most riding he ever had done until now was in weekend outings with friends or his cycling club. The vocational instructor also has a his­ tory of volunteer work. So, when he heard about the cross-country jour­ ney, he put the two together. His goal is to raise at least $5,000 to help create an animal shelter in St. M^'s County (where Piney Point is located) for the humane society. "There is no shelter in the county," Karaczynski noted. "Memters of the society have to care for the animals until an owner can be found." He found his own pet, a cat named Chainsaw, by housing it for the shelter. The tour is sponsored by the League of American Wheelmen of which the Brooklyn native is a member. The trip will follow a route across the desert southwest, down the Santa Fe trail to Dodge City, KS, across the Great Plains and Mississippi River, through the Midwest to the Appalachians and finally Boston. In order to make the trip in 47 days, some of the daily rides will be almost 120 miles long. Besides raising funds for the charities of the numerous cyclists involved, the League is using it to demonstrate bicycling as a transportation mode as well as a form of exercise. To prepare for the trek, Karaczyhski has been riding his bicycle to work every day. On weekends, he has been averaging trips of 75 miles, but recently, as the starting date draws near, he has increased the distance. If anyone is interested in pledg­ ing money for Karaczynski's ef­ fort, they can contact him at the Lundeberg School. Collision Avoidance Radar Study Is Part of SIU School Curriculum Unionists from Ecuador at School The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship recently hosted representatives from the maritime unions of Ecuador. The group toured the facilities as part of a labor exchange in conjunction with the George Meany Institute of Labor Studies and the U.S. State Department. The tour included visits to the shiphandling simulator, several classrooms and the Paul Hall Maritime Museum and Library. The Lundeberg School has adopted training on collision avoidance radar as a standard part of the training for students taking the Radar Observer Unlimited course. Instructor Jim Brown said the school decided to include the train­ ing because the Coast Guard is preparing to make it a requirement. "We don't know when the Coast Guard will announce the change, but we will be ready when it does," Brown noted. "The Coast Guard has announced the proposed change. It is up to them to imple­ ment it." Students work in one of the four shiphandling simulator rooms all five days of the class. During the first four days, they are given the same situation to plot on radar. On the final day, the scenario takes a new twist. All four simulators recreate a situation where there are ships in open water headed toward each other. The stu­ dents must decide what to do with their own vessel by determining the speed, direction and any possible course corrections made by the other three ships involved through the use of their own radar. "It is not exactly like actually being on a ship using the system, but it is as close as we can get," Brown said. �-J.!-- . „,r . ; imiw iiii i; i;,,.)iii:[!:y-iriini'iXi:n'^ APRIUm .= :;|!gv;i.',#-.i 4 '. ' •., •Sea-Land Port Steward Jimmy Mann (standing) addresses the recertified stewards. Mann is a graduate of the Lundeberg School and sailed in the steward department before being hired by Sea-Land. \ t2 : • "i Twelve Sill Stewards Study for Top Rating Training to be a recertified steward is not limited to the classroom. The stewards have to show they know their way around the galley. Kris Hopkins (center) and Ray Loretta (right) watch as Rafael Evans decorates a cake made during the galley training part of their recertified steward course. An even 12—11 men and one woman—^marched across the stage last month at Piney Point to receive their certificates of graduation from the Recertified Steward course. The crew studied from January 29 to March 5 and left behind lasting memories at the school. "They were one of the best groups we've ever had here," said Ken Conklin, vice president of the Lundeberg School. "They worked very hard and took advantage of everything the school had to offer." Among the items available to the students was the ability to work in both the galley and the classroom. The 12 SIU members studied menu planning and inventory control. They were able to work on computers to learn how effective these machines can be for their jobs. Galley detail included food preparation, dessert and pastry maJking and ice sculpting. The stewards discussed cost controls, inventories and making effective decisions on food usage with Sea-Land Port Steward Jimmy Mann, a Lundeberg School graduate himself. The stewards also met with representatives of the union and its health and pension plans. Contracts between the SIU and its various contracted companies were reviewed with officials of the union's collective bargaining department. The union's political operation was viewed firsthand by the stewards during a day spent in Washington with SIU Washington representatives. "They were a good bunch," said Romeo Lupinacci, executive chef at the school, "lliey learned a great deal from the course. More than half of them started their careers right here (Piney Point). They were very appreciative and grateful for all that has been done for them by the school." Carl Peth, director of admissions, recalled one steward in par­ ticular. "Kris Hopkins is known throughout Piney Point and the union as being there when needed," Peth noted. "He ships from Piney Point. Bart Rogers and the others in manpower know they can call on him." As they received their certificates during the March Piney Point membership meeting from Angus "Red" Campbell, SIU vice presi­ dent for collective bargaining, each of th^tewards thanked the union, the school and the instructors for the training and advice they received during their stay. ".r • • • i- _ , ' -y. '' -^r • :r-:$ •P. A 4 • .'V . •FF i-jii 1 P'-M. p y..: j, I./, J,,' .'.y • ••••Si •' ••jT... .•.-•xP--' V A' .-•'v...•av. • mA:.. ••• Ji'A- James Gleaton prepares the final touches on his freshly baked cake. • •i:;' .'lA 'i '44S-4!y A-''' •" '• i �SOFMROtS 106 10 MV Omar and MV Justine Rogers Pass Through St. Louis SIU crewmembers on the MV Omar readied the vessel for a new tow after workers at Walkers Boatyard completed minor repairs. Another Orgulf boat, the MV Justine Rogers was on a run on the Missis­ sippi River system last month. /jSv'V-y *.•-•_ .Iv . vr '; •:., • -'V ... ' As the two boats neared the port of St. Louis, SIU union representative Joe Sigler boarded the vessels to meet with crewmembers and answer any questions on the conditions of work under the union contract, wel­ fare claims and upgrading at the SIU's Lundeberg School. Deckhands Richard Daily (left) and James Chandler inspect the lines before the Omar leaves the boatyard after repairs. The MV Justine Rogers is the larger of the two Orgulf Transporta­ tion vessels. Its bridge is almost six stories high. The tug can handle up to 40 barges of dry cargo for runs be­ tween Moore's Landing, near Wyatt, MO (where the borders of Missouri, Kentucky and Illinois meet) and the New Orleans delta area of the southern Mississippi River. Lead Deckhand Vern Hoens prepares for making up a tow aboard the MV Omar in Walkers Boatyard, Paduch, KY. The MV Omar runs the Ohio and northern Mississippi rivers from the Moore's Landing staging area. It can push a maximum of 15 barges on its journeys. "• •#;.'• SIU Port Representative Joe Sigler (right) helps Deckhand Bobby Mann with a welfare claim. ,•." • -v . - •••.•••"• • Deckhand Mark Hargon carries a ratchet to the bow of the Justine Rogers to do some work. Third for U.S. Ships Cook Betty Reichert has dinner ready and waiting for the crew. The word from the boat is she does a fine job in the galley. Continued from page 3 • v.; •; >"'- following discussion items: greater and easier access for Soviet and U.S.-flag vessels in each nation's ports, involve­ ment in each country's crosstrades and cargo sharing which, in effect, would designate a portion of the products shipped between the two superpowere to the merchant marine of each country. The SIU position on cargo sharing varies somewhat from the position taken by the Maritime Administration in this respect: the union believes that if grain sales to the Soviet Union are sub­ sidized by U.S. taxpayers, then the cost of transporting the commodity should also be part of the American government's responsibility. Converse­ ly, the union believes that if the grain is purchased at world market rates, then U.S.-flag shipping must also compete with world transportation rates. MV Justine Rogers. Lunch is just a few minutes away as Lead Deckhand Elvin Lane (left) and Deckhand W.T. Bush wait in the crew's lounge of the Justine Rogers. Cook Sharon Munford is busy working on another delicious meal for the crew of Orgulf's Omar tug. • • •; -i,; . • �APRIUm r'm': V: 1 Union Shows Soiiciarlty With Greyhound Strikers The "White Caps" spring into action as a Baltimore-bound, scab-driven Greyhound tries to enter the terminal in Washington, DC. The photo above was taken by SlU Bosun James L. Carter. jj.j-' QMED Frank Jaworski yells at a fink driver attempting to enter the Philadelphia Greyhound terminal. Recertified Bosuns Robert Carson and George Diefenbach march with ATU members to demonstratre the support of the SlU against Greyhound. Seafarers have joined their brothers in the Amalgamated Tran­ sit Union (ATU) on the picket line against the management of Greyhound Lines, Inc., the owners of America's single nationwide bus service. From Washington, DC to Los Angeles, SIU members have hit the bricks in a show of unity with the bus drivers, maintenance workers and some office personnel who went on strike March 2. After years of concessions and wage cutbacks, ATU members went to the bargaining table this year seeking to regain some of their losses. Instead, Greyhound, which turned a profit since merging with Trail ways, balked and said it needed more concessions in order to operate. Only two days after the strike began, a veteran union driver, Robert Waterhouse, was killed by a scab-operated Greyhound bus while Waterhouse was walking a picket line in Redding, CA. T^e bus finally was pulled over two blocks from the scene of the acci­ dent, but the scab driver has yet to be cWged. The ATU has reported more I than 60 men, women and children have been struck and in­ jured on the lines. A federal mediator has been trying to reinstate the contract talks which ended when the strike began. Each time a date has been set. Greyhound management has backed out claiming it will not negotiate until the violence, which the company claims is being per­ petuated by the ATU, has stopped. Since the Waterhouse incident, buses across the country have been hit by gunfire. Although the com­ pany has claimed the union is not doing enough to prevent "these acts of terrorism" from happening. Greyhound has not proven that the ATU is behind or even connected to the shootings. Ed Strait, president of the Amal­ gamated Council of Greyhound Local Unions, said Greyhound is simply trying to use the gunfire "as a basic tactic to avoid going back to the bargaining table. We view it as a subterfuge." Strait repeated the fact that the ATU does not condone the shootings and is working with authorities to prevent them. Since 1983, drivers' salaries have fa:ilen from $31,324 to $24,750. The union has agreed to give-backs twice during that period in order to keep Greyhound rolling. This year, ATU is insisting on wage increases while the company wants to tie wage increases to socalled incentives and safety records that the union believes are simply a cover for weakening the union. The ATU filed a complaint with the National Labor Relations Board claiming Greyhound did not bargain in good faith before the strike. It also said the company is trying to bust the union. Greyhouse, which turned a profit in 1989, is spending almost $3.5 mil­ lion a month on strike security. |7t'" -,iR -if • ,,.v, • Turner Joins Headquarters Government Relations Dep't '-V: The Seafarers International Union has named Terry Turner, 42, as a Washington Representative for the union's Department of Con­ gressional and Governmental Rela­ tions. Turner's assignment's will in­ clude tracking maritime activity in the Senate. He joins the union's Washington team that includes Frank Pecquex, whose primary area of responsibility is the House of Representatives. Turner has an extensive back­ ground in maritime legislative af­ fairs for the SIU having been the field representative for Kentucky since 1981. The San Diego, CA native graduated from the University of Missouri in.,.1970 with a degree in psychology/special education. In 1975, Turner worked as a political organizer in the Jimmy Carter presidential campaign. He worked on the staff of Chuck T- GSU Stoney Hardy, OS Lyid Davis, DEU John Grisler, OMU Larry Holbert and Wilmington Port Agent Dpn Anderson participate in a memorial march in Los Angeles for striking G^yhountl driver Robert Waterhouse who was killed by a fink driver the second day| of the strike. Terry Turner Robb's campaign to become Virginia's lieutenant governor during 1977, then was employed in the White House Speaker's Bureau for President Carter. Turner worked as a political consultant for a Washington-based firm from 1978 to 1979 before he signed on to the campaign for the Carter/Mondale presidential/ vice presidential ticket. SEAFARERS SUPPORT ATU AGAINST GREYHOUND < Recertified Bosuns Paul Lewis and Carmine Bova take a break from tha picket line. Bova was nudged on the left side by a scab-driven bus while he was walking the line in Washington. T 4'^%. �scujum m 12 i- •. "P • ';• •.-.'i'l, 1.. •• Time to get the lifeboats ready for inspection as Bosun Mike Schaff unhitches the lines used to secure the craft for winter on the Belle River. Deckhands Willis Kingston (left) and John E. Parks race to return to the tug Arthur F. Zemen Jr., a Great Lakes Dredge and Docks tug, after moving a barge. Great Lakes Seafarers Prepare Stiips for Season h '. '•" ' ir: •W: ,. • '• V,v. ••• i|;'., i:' : :- Like a sleepy bear yawning and stretch­ ing after a winter hibernation, the shipyards arourid the Great Lakes are showing signs of life again after a winter-long layoff. Mariners have been making their way to places like Duluth, MN; Green Bay, WI; Waukegan, IL; Detroit, MI; Toledo, OH and Buffalo, NY to wake up the vessels of the Lakes. Beginning in mid-March, engine and steward crews have been onboard to fire up the ships and prepare the galleys for the nine-month sailing season. The deck department for most vessels arrived a few days later. The crews had to prepare the vessels— cement carriers, ore ships, grain haulers, tugboats and more—^for the annual Coast Guard inspections. Life preservers and vests had to be repositioned. Flare gims needed to be checked. Lifeboats had to be readied. This was the charge of the deck department. The black gang had to make sure the ice that formed both inside and outside the vessels had not harmed.the giant diesels hidden in the belly of the ships. Conveyor belts were examined and tested so they would be set for the taconite, com, coal and other materials that would be loaded into the holds. The steward department first made sure the galley was in working order. Then the galley gang began preparing the meals that can make the difference between a rough trip and a smooth voyage. Yet, during all this activity, there still is time to catch up on the lives of fellow shipmates. Tales of hunting, ice fishing. Continued on page 13 f-.: :• ? ••V -J •.•-;. 1 -.• ;• SlU Algonac Port Agent Jack Allen (left) talks with Deckhand Bill Cartwright aboard the Great Lakes Dredge and Docks tug Curly B. Conveyorman Tim Orban loads both arms for another trip into the engine room of the Buffalo. �.. Ami 1990 -'T- 13 • fm. • : • • ' "'v..' ' ';r' 'if- •' >•' • »l V M, .' '-v'r w' Sailing time draws near for the ASC St. Clair as Wheelman Ru(^ Tahtinen (left) and Watchman Mike "Gonzo" Bensman secure a tarp used to protect a life raft during winter. Shipmates Together Again QMED John Perry tests a water tank aboard the Belle River. QMED Dave Camerop checks the oil before firing up the diesel on the ASC Sam Laud. Continued from page 12 families and vacations to far-off (usually warm) places could be heard throughout meals and breaks. Some members used the time off to upgrade their skills at the union's Lundeberg School. Unlike the deep sea division, most mem­ bers have permanent jobs on the Lakes ves­ sels. The members look forward to seeing their friends and shipmates when the season begins and catching up on the latest news. Once cleared by the Coast Guard to sail, the ships' officers and owners check the calendar to plan the maiden voyageof the new season. None of the vessels dares to leave on a Friday—bad luck, don't you know. Everyone knows a tale or two alwut a vessel that started out on a Friday and had disaster strike during the season. Also, any Great Lakes member will scratch out the 13th for a first sailing date. Despite the Friday or 13th obstacles, the sailing date usually is within 48 hours of the inspection. Then, like the bear staggering out of its cave in search of food, the vessels, one by one, leave their docks and head down the channels and rivers to load cargo and resume the ritual once more. Wheelman Brendan Mure operates the aftwencneV during night loading opera­ tions on the American Republic. I Second Cook Julian Budnick slices dough to prepare dinner rolls for the crew of the Buffalo. Oiler Kirby Zolniberek replaces a light It bulb of the Paul H. T(bwnsend. • Luhchtime is getting near on the Belle River as Porter Ahmed Nasser peels an onion. •Watchman John Watson (left) and Bosun Jack Bluitt check out the activity on the deck of the cement carrier Paul H. Townsend, an Inland Lakes Management ship. ... V ' at Duluth Port Employee Delores Cheslak is greeted in the crew's galley of the ASC Charles E. Wilson by Bosun Mike LaFoille, AB Bob Hedine and Watchman Lowell Amundson. �' V,-' ' ^ 14 SEUARCRSm Activify Is Non'Stop on the USNS Mercury f -f Chief Cook Benjamin Bulatoo keeps an eye on the stove making sure dinner comes out just right. Even in port, the galley gang of the USNS Mercury still has its hands full to feed the crew. While a skeletal crew may be onboard. Chief Steward Africano Lakandula has enough work to stay busy. "Not only do we have to plan meals for the time we're docked, but we have to prepare now for what we want when the ship sails," Lakandula said. The steward department does a fine job in keeping the galley and dining areas spotless. Activity al­ ways is buzzing in the shipyard and there never is any idea when a snap inspection will be held. The USNS Mercury is part of the Military Sealift Command's Pacific Division. Its unlicensed department is crewed by members of the SIU's Government Services Division. Steward Utility Bienvenido Aguilar handOS William Smith stands watch on the grill during a break in the dinner the USNS Mercury. preparation. wr if ''f. Chief Steward Africano Lukandula prepares the inventory so he can plan ahead for meals when the Mercury is at sea. .'rT,-.' Steward Utility Pablo Catalasan gets ready to serve a steak for dinner. Steward Utility Clifford Walker makes sure the dining area is ready when mealtime arrives. ... I ''-f .'t.i. yVatch AB Barry Patin (left) hands Raleign Minix, SlU port employee for the Gbvemment Services Division, a visitor's pass for the USNS Mercury. �APRI11990 -J,J IWo OM-timeis Living in Utah Drop by SflJ Headquarters • '•> . SlU President Michael Sacco (left) and Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco (right) greet retired bosuns I jns Ralph Murray and Tom Reading during a recent visit to the SlU headquarters. Captain Rakyta's Art Woik is a Chance to 'Cioate' John Rakyta is so protid of his job as a tugboat captain that he has designed a ring for the workers of the merchant marine. Captain Rakyta has divided his time between his maritime work and his art since the 1960s. When he started as a deckhand in Rakyta Tampa, the captain also began "fooling around with art." He has designed rings for veterans, mem­ bers of the armed forces and the National Association of Muzzle Loaders. But his latest project,, designing a ring for seafarers and others who ship on U.S.-flag ves­ sels, gives Brother Rakyta an oppoitnity to combine his art skills and his career. John Rakyta joined the SIU in 1965 when he was a mate with Gulf Atlantic Towing in Florida. He be­ came a captain in 1967 and stayed in Florida until 1979 when he moved to the West Coast with Crowley Maritime. John and his wife decided to live in Arizona, a six-and-a-half hour commute frOm work. Rakyta works on tugs in Long B^ach and Los Angeles Harbor. He also has been involved in offshore construction work. He positioned a single anchor leg mooring buoy off Santa Barbara where the industrial ship Santa Inez is stationed. That vessel has equipment to clean the sulphur and sand out of offshore oil for Exxon. After it is filled, tankers carry the oil to Los Angeles. The former Floridian is at home in the West. On the job, he works with "a great group of guys" and has served with the same cook and engineer since 1983. Off the job, R^yta says he enjoys the moun­ tains and Arizona. He participates in hunting, trapping and archery ac­ tivities and likes to go camping north of the Grand Canyon. Rakyta also makes stained glass windows. Having been "always fascinated" by these windows, he took classes in Tiffany and leaded glass. He sells some windows but gives others away. Four Rakyta stained glass windows stand in a church near his home in Arizona. Soon, another will go to England. The captain finds his projects very satisfying, "It's something I create; it's like any art work. When you do something, you put part of yourself mto It. His love of wildlife shows up in some of his stained glass windows which depict trees and desert flowers. Rakyta and one of his sons are considering taxidermy, the art of stuffing and mounting birds and animals. Rakyta appreciates his member- Pictured above is a drawing of the ring Captain Rakyta designed. ship in the SIU. He says, "The union has given me a lot of oppor­ tunity. It's been a benefit to me as far as moving up. They've always supported me. I've always sup­ ported the union. They've always provided a job for me." Rakyta has advice for young people entering the industry: "Try and do your best. Be fair to your fellow workers and take advantage of all the school has to offer." Doing his own bit for the education of fellow union members, the captain has trained many young and old deckhands to run boats, move barges and become mates. To show his love of his life's work, Rakyta decided to make someAing of quality for merchant Continued on page 28 When Ralph Murray hits the road, it is almost certain that Tom Reading will be with him. From their neighboring homes in Utah, the two retired bosuns have been seen lately in SIU halls from San Francisco to Piney Point and other points in between. But their travels across the country are nothing compared with the tales they tell as SIU members sailing around the world. Murray, who turns 65 this month, joined the Seafarers in 1943 in the port of Norfolk, VA. He worked in many of the convoys that travelled across the Atlantic as part of the World War II effort. "We'd be in convoys of 200 to 300 ships with 10 naval vessels surrounding us," Murray recalled. "Not much protection. Everybody got scared when the bombs started dropping. Don't let anybody tell you any different." He told of ships trying to get through the Strait of Gibraltar to bring supplies to Allied troops in the Mediterranean theater. "We'd sail in three ships at a time. The (German) U-boats would hide under the Spanish fishing boats and go after us. But if we made it to a certain point, the British ships would take over protecting us." Murray claimed he was hit once, by a mine, during the war. "I wasn't no hero," he claimed. But his wife, Bette, told another story. "I bet he didn't tell you he was taken prisoner three times. He doesn't like to talk about it. The first two times the Germans stopped his ship before blowing it up. The crew got into lifeboats and were told to row back to England. The third time he was held prisoner for 18 months until the war ended." After a stint in Detroit follow­ ing the war, Murray retumed to the sea until his retirement last year. His travels took him back to some of the places he visited during the war. "Even now there are places around Europe and North Africa that look like they did right after the war. You couldn't tell if the war ended 45 years ago or last week." Murray worked as a patrolman in the port of New York in the early '60s before being asked to help crew the first of {he cable ships. Helped Organize Long Lines "I was on the Long Lines for \0V2 years. The union sent md" to Germany in 1962 while the ship was being built. I watched and leamed all that I could so I would understand the ship. But in 1963 the shipyard went bankrupt. The company kept a couple of officers, the Iwsun (Murray) and electrical officer in Germany because they didn't want to lose the talent. In mid-'63 a crew was sent over and we sailed the ship to Baltimore where it finally was finished." Bette Murray met her husbandto-be when he was bosun on the Long Lines while it was stationed in Honolulu. "I worked at a bar and had this friend who was looking for a boyfriend. I knew this one man (Murray) came in every night so I was going to introduce her to him. She didn't come in for a week. By then I decided to keep him." Within two years, the couple had made their way to Reno, NV to get married. Mrs. Murray remembered, " The justice of peace office was closed for an hour, so we went and played a slot machine. I won $1,100. We used that for our down payment on a house." Murray had a history of running a smooth ship as a bosun. "There are no big beefs. All a bosun has to •;/<"• • .f; ' '}'• . • if-' ^All a bosun has to do is make time to listen.' M —Murray do is make time to listen. The prob­ lem with most younger members is they have to be taught. A kid's main problem is he is away from home. The older members have to teach the younger members what it is all about. That's why I got Tom, here,, to go back to school to become a recertified bosun." \ y .'5 I'.y -f' Reading Has Vlidng Blood Tom Reading nodded in agree­ ment. After having a career in the military, Reading went to sea for the SIU. "I was involved in a lot of the organizing efforts with Ralph. I'll tell you why we won so many. We had the best contract, we had the best members and we had the best president, Paul Hall," Read­ ing said. "Our union is only as good as our product." Reading is of Scandinavian heritage. "I'm a Viking and proud of it," said the 71-year-old. I cut a cord of wood everyday. I've got to keep active." The bosun then puts his wood to use, making repairs around his home. Although he went to sea at the age of 12 as a deckboy on a Nor­ wegian ship, Reading did not be­ come an SIU member until 1966. He spent 27 years in the Army. Both Reading and Murray agree that new members need to know the histoiy of the union. "There are a lot of bosuns who don't take the time to talk with younger members," Murray said. "When a guy is trying, we have got to help him." Executive Vice President Joe Sacco said Brothers Murray and Reading practice what they preach. "Both of them spend a great deal of time talking about union matters with new mem­ bers," he said. When they aren't on the road, the pair stays busy at home by gardening, painting houses, chop­ ping wood and, when they find the time, fishing. Neither said he plans to ring the slow bell anytime soon. iS• r ^1 :• 'r 1 L ;• . �HrH •• :^'-'J'. ''^y^ • • • yy y:';j ^'v-lAf-'i:.'', r*' c' ' ' "•: :;,, -v;;. .-i-.Xi- ' • •• ^vT-y-y, 'I * •: . B.-; vi-yigW''r;-.3>a:!^ '•''" :• 'yyy '^'yiy.'-y yy<yy'^vilsysyy'';:.,/y'MB-,-: y SEAFARm m • I' I?•'• •/' '-• APRIl 1990 y:y:^y|i&35y '•y Jf •4y:y^yy'::' ^xftt;•yyfy^yy y*]y - -'• '^y •yyy-H:':, V.y •, . .V- y • .' • •-:•-• 5t|::y::yyy..;; iSyy': ay-y- y B.' = • • '• I yyiyy :-':m vtiiyy" -^f:lyyy 'i:iss fyy'yy'y--;^ :• •yK -y -< '• • ••'•., . •". yi:y:4y:yK.:yy^ ay?y.4«y;y',;yyy-y; yN:y' Blind to the National Interest, Commodity Profiteers Would Destroy American Fleet H iy',y.- y 'vyy yy'WCy:'y-yy" • >r'- -; '. •'• To promote U.S, agricultural products around the world, the Department of Agriculture maintains a small army of attaches posted in embassies and consu­ lates around the world. • •# ; ' .%• S>'3i*? In addition to the 60 attaches who dedi­ cate themselves to increasing American farm exports, the U.S. government maintains 15 agricultural trade offices overseas. The cost to the American tax payer is in the millions. On the other hand, the Maritime Administration, which at one time had five foreign-based representatives, now has zero. •m^- yy^'y-u - - 4. In the latest caigo preference bottle on Capitol Hifl, those who seek to enrich their ' own profits ore attempting to upset a pofey that has pnriected America's best '"t- i' • interests since the end of World War 11. •'•0' The maritime industry's supporters on Capitol Hill pointed out that if it was logical to target U.S.-flag ship­ ping for supposed economies, it would make equal sense to deny the participation of American agricultural inter­ ests in the emergency aid program. In theory, they pointed out, the federal government could maximize food allocations to Poland by purchasing less expensive agricultural products from foreign nations. But, said these members of Congress, agriculture is vital to the U.S. economy, and so is the merchant marine because it is a vital component of our national defense structure. Agribusiness and the commodity brokers do a staggering amount of business in the world market, but P.L. 480 cargoes con­ stitute only about 20 percent of the total amount of farm products sold abroad. -"•H.-'c=.' -'j^- •V\ In fiscal 1988 total U.S. agricultural ex­ ports amounted to more than $35.8 billion. 1^- : f, How much of that cargo moved on Amer­ ican bottoms? A MERE THREE PERCENT. In other words, foreign-flag ships carried 97 PERCENT of U.S. government-gener­ ated agricultural export cargoes. 77 The success of that legislation can be measured by the fact that American wheat exports have increased by 30 percent since that time, proving that government policy can have a major effect on supporting a domestic indus­ try. The maritime industry understands, a world trade domi­ nated by protectionist policies of governments. It is forced to operate in a market that includes direct subsi­ dies, tax credits and preference systems designed by many nations to promote their own fleets. Failure to help American-flag shipping compete in that world market would do more than merely endanger the maritime industry itself. At stake is the ability of the merchant marine to fulfill its historic role as the nation's fourth arm of defense in time of crisis. To have a fleet in readiness to carry out its national defense requirements means that America must have an active merchant marine functioning in the peace­ time carriage of cargo to and from our shores. No political considerations—and certainly no consider­ ations of the need to gain special favor for other seg­ ments of the American economy—can justify trading off the nation's maritime capabilities. ' •: • The giant agribusiness interests were defeated as Con­ gress rejected efforts to waive, weaken or undermine cargo preference requirements on food aid for Poland. The maritime .industry will be looking to these same enlightened House and Senate members to turn back this new effort by the heavily subsidized commodity dealers to sink the American-flag fleet. • '• : }y'm MM '/•fr. ... ; i.• • •••il ' ' TI W' MM. •I > T! •he national interest is all-embracing and covers the public welfare, security and economic considera­ tions. In the case of both the agricultural export and mari­ time communities, each is forced to do business in a world where no level playing field exists. The 1985 Food Security Act was enacted at a time when America's share of commercial wheat and flour exports dropped from 50 percent to about 33 percent between 1981 and 1984. The law was designed to assist American food producers to compete in a world market in which many governments subsidize their a^cultural exports even more liberally than does the United States. To promote, purchase and distribute -:: h,- i Export Credits Short-term: Intermediate-term Guarantees (GdM-103) Export Enhancement Program (EEP) PL 480 (deduct ocean freight differential ^,900,000 on Tifle f and III progr (deduct ocean freight differential on Title 11 programs) Foreign Agricultural Service Targeted Export Assistance OfRos (tf Intematkmal Cooperation and DNsvelopfnent Tom $4,789,800,000 425.500,000 338,300,000 1,486,500.000 <43,900.000) p.' 1 <28,300,000) 95,100,000 200,000,000 37,800,000 $74WO,600,000 OpertUing Differentiai Subsidy (from MarAd outlays) Oc^ Freight OMeietrttial-r-Cargo Preference il/lll Title II Sectiori 418 PL 480 Ocean Freight Differential (from USOA outlays) SOlffiCEitMMd IWI.USOAOfltoor 23,808.000 10,819,000 9,151,000 43,900,000 28.300.000 Title 11 Total 1M1 , .'rerireor ' • • '. ---• • •:'fy Lj iff 1989ActualGoverhfiiehtOutlays On Behalf of Agricultural BxfMrta ._ •y' ^•^•yy ymmm States. In addition to the $1.4 billion to cover the P.L. 480 shipments, 1989 outlays to promote the sale of American farm products overseas included: • More than $5.1 billion in export credits to assure that the agricultural giants were paid even when foreign purchasers defaulted on their debts. • $338.3 million for an "export enhancement pro­ gram" and $200 million for "targeted export assist­ ance"—both expenditures for the purpose of making American farm commodities more attractive to for­ eign buyers. • $95.1 million for the Foreign Agricultural Service, which places American representatives in key em­ bassies and consulates around the world, whose fulltime job is to represent American agricultural inter­ ests abroad. • $37.6 million for the Office of International Coopera­ tion and Development to provide market develop­ ment and trade promotion services for American agribusiness. All this adds up to 1989 outlays totalling $7.26 billion for farm interests—just to promote and sell American farm products in foreign countries. That doesn't include any of the billions of dollars spent by the government annually to stabilize domestic agricultural prices to as­ sure a profitable existence for the farm industry. Those sums stand in sharp contrast to the pittance the federal government allocates to the entire maritime in­ dustry. In addition to the $115.9 million which the gov­ ernment spent in 1989 for the ocean freight differential under cargo preference, it invested $220.4 million in op­ erating differential subsidies. That's an annual total of just over $336 million for all of maritime—compared with the $7.6 billion just to cover subsidies for the agricultural commodity industry's foreign sales. Why do these agricultural giants—whose subsidies for overseas sales are more than 22 times the total govern­ ment outlay for the maritime industry—want to write American-flag ship^ping out of the next farm bill? Their argument is that the national interest would bet­ ter be served if the tax dollars which now go to maritime's ocean freight differential subsidies were used, in­ stead, to buy additional agricultural commodities. This ploy is not a new one. Last year, during debate on legislation to provide emergency aid to Poland, the maritime industry had to beat back efforts on the floor of l50th the House and Senate to waive U.S. maritime pol­ icy reserving a portion of that cargo for American-fl^ vessels. Proponents of the scheme to delete cargo preference requirements on food shipments to Poland claimed that such action was necessary to maximize the amount of commodities being made available to the Polish people. '• Those who are willing to sacrifice the U.S. merchant marine in order to ship on foreign-flag vessels in the interest of sav­ ing a buck have been asked to extend the same logic to the sale of commodities. In last fall's debate on cargo preference as it applied to aid cargoes to Poland, many congressmen pointed out that cheaper goods can be had around the world. At the time of that debate, butter costs in the United States were $2,656 per metric ton compared to $1,850 for the same amount in Europe. Additionally wheat in the United States was selling for $161 to $166 per metric ton, while in Europe the cost was $158. American grain exports face stiff competi­ tion from Argentina, Australia, Canada and the European Economic Community. At any given time, at least one of these nations or groups of nations is likely to offer agricul­ tural products at a lower cost than the U.S. price for the same commodity. •fcf- vr S>y:':',' eavily subsidized by the American government so they can sell farm commodities overseas, profitswollen agribusiness interests are scheming on Capitol Hill to eliminate U.S.-flag shipping from carrying these taxpayer-supported cargoes. In what would amount to torpedoing a five-year-old pact between farmers and the maritime industry, agricul­ tural and commodity interests are gearing up to wipe out cargo preference laws which mandate that 75 percent of government-subsidized cargoes must be carried on Amer­ ican bottoms. The goal of these agricultural giants is to completely eliminate U.S.-flag shipping as a factor in this nation's aid programs. In search of added profits, they apparently are willing not only to destroy American shipping but also to sacrifice national security, since the presence of a domestic fleet in peacetime is vital to assure the carriage of military cargo in time of crisis. Additionally, a U.S. fleet ensures that essential products can reach America even in the event of economic embargoes and boycotts called by foreign interests. As Congress prepares to debate renewal of the 1985 Food Security Act, giant farm groups are trying to line up support in the House and Senate to change the rules so that they will have unlimited freedom to use foreignflag ships exclusively in carrying their cargo to overseas markets. In fiscal 1989, the Department of Agriculture spent nearly $1.4 billion of the taxpayers' money to underwrite the foreign sales of agricultural products by the giant commodity brokers under the provisions of P.L. 480. Subsidies to American shipping for the carriage of these cargoes cost Agriculture a mere $72.2 million in that same year. That represented the Department's share of the differential between American and foreign ocean freight costs involved in carrying 50 percent of P.L. 480 cargoes in American vessels. The Department of Transportation laid out an addi­ tional $48 million in maritime subsidies that same year to cover the remaining 25 percent of the governmentimpelled cargo reserved for American-flag vessels under the terms of the 1985 Food Security Act. In other words, the total ocean freight differential paid to carry farm commodities in American-flag vessels amounted to approximately $116 million—a scant 8 per­ cent of what the American taxpayers shelled out to farm interests to subsidize the: sale of their products overseas. The huge sums of money handed over to agribusiness for P.L. 480 sales abroad are dwarfed by the total amount of tax dollars shelled out to the agricultural in­ dustry to help it compete in the world market. ! H'^''-rvy'y'yy'y-'i"' f-'i"'' The Farm Lobby vs. What's Best for America I [::j:^: ''-y , vy l . y^yy:%%yy"'y.'; / ....• yy'i'«' '•"yy'''yy'y y y-BpMpyfS: y% •' J' . i �|r . . • •.• - •' .•••• -•••• • 18 •'/ •'^.• ..?/v v'-- •- • ij^'. Exxon Vaklez Skipper Cleared By Juiy of Criminal Charge .^i t'. • ?' ^ •; : { • • "l:/ The skipper of the Exxon Valdez was found not guilty of second-degree criminal mischief last month after six weeks of tes­ timony in a court case that resulted from the Exxon company tanker's spill of more than 10 million gal­ lons of oil in Alaska's Prince Wil­ liam Sound last year. Captain Joseph Hazelwood, a resident of Huntington, NY, was found guilty on one of the four charges, a misdemeanor accusing him of "unlawful and negligent discharge. ,. of petroleum into or upon the waters of the state of Alaska." The Exxon Valdez master was in his quarters and not on the bridge of the 987-foot tanker when the grounding oc­ curred. Captain Hazelwood had left the third mate in charge after the vessel sailed from the port of Valdez. After 10 hours of deliberation, the jury found Captain Hazelwood not guilty of the criminal mischief felony charge. Thejury also found the 43-year-old skipper not guilty of operating a watercraft under the influence of intoxicating liquor and not guilty of recklessly engag­ ing in conduct that resulted in the grounding of the Exxon Valdez on Bligh Reef. Superior Court Judge Karl Johnstone, a licensed commercial fisherman, sentenced Captain Hazelwood to spend 1,000 hours helping to clean Alaska's oilcovered shores and pay $50,000 in restitution over a period of time. Defense attorneys said the sen­ tence would be appealed. In a press conference after the verdict was announced. Captain Hazelwood indicated his desire to return to work. "I'd like to go back to sea. It's what I do," he said. Jury members explained how they arrived at their decision after the trial. Several said while evidence demonstrated that at some point Captain Hazelwood was drunk, there was nothing con­ clusive presented by the prosecut­ ing attorneys to prove he was intoxicated at the time of the tanker's grounding on Bligh Reef. The January 30 graduates of trainee lifeboat class 450 are: (1st row, left to right) Thomas W. Walker, Antjuan Webb-Birch, William J. Cameron, Ed­ ward Shamburg— ^ 1:..., Watklns, Robert A. A Gagllotl; Shamburger, William Li Hurley, Cornelius ' to right) Derrick Young, Michael S. Thornbury, Mike Nickels, (2nd row, left ; Jit:, Hazelwood, as he listens to his acquittal of three major charges. Hazelwood's attorney, Richard Madson, said the state had proved only that the captain was guilty of "bad breath." If convicted of all four charges. Captain Hazelwood could have faced a little more than seven years in jail and $61,000 in fines. More than 150 lawsuits have been generated by the oil spilled from die Exxon Valdez on March 24,1989 in Prince William Sound. Both Exxon Corporation and Exxon Shipping Company have been charged with a five-count federal indictment. Among the charge's facing Exxon is the ac­ cusation that the company know­ ingly employed crewmembers incapable of doing their jobs. Instructor Jake KaraczynskI (far right) guided the February 28 graduates of trainee lifeboat class 451 through the curriculum. They are: (1st row, left to right) Christopher Allen, Michael H. Chavez, Louis J. Francis, Gredory P. Calvello, Sonia Wolfman, Gregory Hickman, Robert M. Claessens, Dennis Reece Halstead; (2nd row, left to right) William J. RIeckelman, Thomas F. Sterenchak, Ricky L. Carter, Jason1R. Collins, Gerald L. Watklns, Kevin M. Kertesz, Randy Lee McAtee, Fred Freeman, Lee K. Danlelson, Joseph J. SmIglelskI and Brian Struense. MARITIME ROUNDUP In an effort to develop trade with China, American President Lines recently opened offices in Shan­ ghai, Tianjin and Dalian. APL es­ tablished modem-day service to China in 1979 and began direct weekly sailings to Whampoa and Chiwan a year ago. 4 '\ si: . : y**.' The passenger ship SS Monterey has been purchased by a Panamanian company, Compania Naviera Panocean SA. The ship will be registered under a Panamanian flag. The U.S. Maritime Administration has given its approval to the sale. • /}. SSAfARCRS LOG New SlU Members Complete Lifeboat Course ^ <£> <£> siu r -; 1838 PR Phone Workers Aided by SlU Elected officials in Puerto Rico Intend to sell the Island's government-run telephone company to private Interests. Puerto RIcan telephone workers, fearing the transfer will jeopardize their job security, marched In protest of the sale last month. The he SlU members pictured above joined the San Juan march: (from left to right) Catalino Gonzalez, Anton o Rodriguez, Juan Ayala, Joseph Reyes, Harold Gathers, Gregorlo Ortiz, Ruperto Rivera Jr., Terrene Daniels and Rufino Torres. The Port of New York and New Jersey announced a 10 per­ cent increase in general cargo volume during 1989 as compared to 1988. This marked an end to a slide that began in the early '80s. Port officials said they were op­ timistic that the tumaround will continue into the '90s. President Bush has nominated Rear Admiral William J. Kline to be the new commandant of the Coast Guard. Transportation Secretary Samuel Skinner has nominated Robert E. Martinez as deputy maritime administrator and Penny L. Eastman as deputy administrator for inland water­ ways and the Great Lakes. M American Hawaii Cruises began advertising voyages on the Constitution and Independence on national television last month. Al­ though the company has advertised the cmise ships in spot markets for the last three years, this is its first effort at the overall national market. Crowley Maritime Corpora­ tion announced it was relocating its headquarters to Oakland, CA. The company had been based in nearby San Francisco for almost a century. The move will begin August 1. • •f- �''' $;»• T' • '^- mil 1990 Letters to the Editor Question: What was the worst weather or storm that you have experienced while at sea? (Asked of SIU members at the union hall in San Francisco, CA.) Roland "Bosun Bear" Blanchett, Bosun—It was January 1984. I was on the USNS Hassayampa as bosun/ mate. We were unrepping (underway replenish­ ment) the Camden and had an emergency breakaway because of high seas. The Camden broke to the left and its wake slammed onto our deck. My leg slid into the opening in a pallet which kept me from going over the side. I only suffered bruises and abrasions. Constance Beitran, Laundryman—I was on­ board the USNS Harkness in Oc­ tober 1989 when two typhoons hit one after the other. The winds for both were over 100 miles per hour. Posts were falling down. We were ready to leave the Philippines but couldn't. Fereuza Gilford, Entry/Steward— I was in Ty­ phoon Jeannie in 1948. I never got sick, but I sat up all night in my life jacket. The waves washed a crewmember into the bridge. He weighed more than 200 pounds. Ernie Woodman, Engine Depart­ ment—It was January 1978 on the last voyage of the SS Mon­ terey, which was on a 30-day cruise out of San Francisco. We were trying to outrun a typhoon but it changed directions. We spent 36 hours in it. All the pas­ sengers were seasick. Lucretia Ander­ son, Chief Stew­ ard—I was working as a telephone oper­ ator in the late '60s. We were sailing in the Tazman Sea between Australia and New Zealand. Its waters are either very rough or clear as glass. It was after midnight and the seas were very rough. The bar and cocktail lounge were above me and I could hear the glasses and bottles falling. I was ordered to go to the dining room to help clean the mess. There was no carpeting and chairs were all over the place. The next day the seas still were rough. One passenger sat down for brealrfast. As he got set to take a bite, his chair slid backwards and he just missed going down the steps. Wayman Sellers, Ordinary Sea­ man—^The first time I sailed was as an ordi­ nary seaman on -the USNS Silas Bent. We hit 20foot swells on the way to Yoko­ hama. It was scary to me. We were rocking and rolling. I was the only one shocked. Now it has become a part of life. Mitchell Ancar, Assistant Cook—| This was years ago. I was on a Liberty Ship and we were carrying troops and equipment across the Pacific to the Philip­ pines. We hit a typhoon and I thought we were going under. I saw planes, caterpillars and trad­ ers flying overhead and off the deck. I have been in rough ones but that was the worst. Sylvester Mason, Chief Cook—I was on the troop carrier General Billy Mitchell in 1959 taking troops from the Oak­ land Army Base. We carried 1800 recruits. The cots were stacked five high on the ship. We hit a storm off Okinawa. Those soldiers started getting sick and falling on each other. They certainly were green re­ cruits. It was hell getting that ship clean and getting rid of the smell afterwards. Roscoe Williams, Chief Steward— I hope this doesn't jinx me but I am one of the fortunate few to not have been in a major storm. I have seen some rough weather, but nothing bad since I started sailing in 1966. Mazur Reports Prompt Payment Of Bills by Welfare Plan; Urges Members to Stick With SIU To the Editor: I have recently undergone some very serious surgery. When all of the Medicare forms, hospital bills and doctor bills stopped coming, I mailed four large business enve­ lopes bulging with paperwork to the (union's) claims office. I want all of you who read this fine little tabloid to know how grateful I shall always be to the Welfare Plan for the very efficient and prompt manner in which these bills were all paid. This is the SIU way of taking care of us old pen­ sioners. Each one of us is impor­ tant just as long as we are still around. To those of you who have cho­ sen a sea-going career, I want you to know that you are very fortunate indeed that you are members of the SIU and are privileged to earn your living aboard SIU ships. No other union will give you more job secu­ rity than the SIU and no union will take better care of you when your sea-going days are over. So be ever vigilant and always back yom union, your whole future depends on it. Aiid always remem­ ber, if you don't take care of what you have, you will lose it. In con­ clusion, my very best wishes to all of our union officials, my former shipmates who are still around and to all of you who are still shipping out. God bless the SIU, there is none better. Charlie Lee Mazur Chipo Valley, Arizona WWII Gunner Recalls 'Good Job' Of Members of Merchant Marine To the Editor: To start off, I think you people are doing a good job. I was in the Navy, World War n, October 4, 1941 to December 10, 1945. I was in the Armed Guard. I was on five of your ships. I will never forget all the good men I met. They did a good job. We didn't help them much, but when we needed help, they were there... I was on ships Arthur Middleton, Lurline, George Boutwell, Antelope Hills and Durham Vic­ tory. The Arthur Middleton was built in a Mississippi shipyard. It was built as the African (jomet but we took it out of New York in December, made one trip. It was (ju taken over by the dbast Guard and named the USS Arthur Middleton APA 25—the sixth most decorated ship in WWII. I was gunner mate 21c... I have a brother in the merchant marine. He's been in over 19 years. Charles Howell. We had an uncle who shipped out over 50 years—Bill Treadway. He shipped out of Mobile and New Orleans. My uncle has passed on now. I'm retired from American Airlines. I was a union man for 32 years. James Howell Tyler, Texas iii Paul Y. Point Thanks Union To the Editor: ... I would like to retire my book at this time because I am no longer sailing... • I would like, and let me stress this point, to thank the SIU for all that it's done for me. I never got a hard time from anyone I ever dealt with. Thank you... Paul Y. Point Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Editor's Note: This letter was originally received by SIU Phila­ delphia Port Agent David Heindel who forwarded it to the LOG. i i i Quick Action by Union Eases Member Geier in Time of Stress To the Editor: I really appreciate the great in­ terest and quick action taken to help straighten out my problems due to long delayed medical bill payments which put unwanted stress on me in fighting my termi­ nal cancer. It takes a big load off my mind. My deepest respect and grati­ tude ... May God bless you all. I hope my model ship, donated to the SIU years ago, is still on display at the Lundeberg Training School. I am always a loyal SIU mem­ ber. My special thanks for the per­ sonal interest and action by new SIU San Francisco Business Agent Nick Celona, Vice President George McCartney and Vince Cbss, aliso Welfare Plan Adminis­ trator Leo Bonser... I• Harry Geier San Francisco, California Editor's Note: Brother Geier sent the above printed communication in the form of a mailgram to SIU President Michael Sacco and Ex­ ecutive Vice President Joseph Sacco. i i Tellez Family Thanks SIU For Love and Support To Our Friends in the SIU: We would like to express our most sincere appreciation to all our friends in the le SIU sn for all the sup­ port and love shown us during our recent loss. It was heartwarming to know that there were so many good peo­ ple thinking of Maria and David. Your prayers and expressions of sympathy were a great source of strength and comfort during this time, and it will never be forgotten. God bless you all. Tellez Family t ,• �h:'' :• 20 Dispatchers* Report for Deep Sea t'y. MARCH 1-31, 1990 *tOTAL REGISTERED AU Groups Class A Class B Class C fef'Iri!: .-S '•• •v;\. •' \ Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmii^on Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville : San Francisco Wilmingtpii Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston i1 St. Louis Piney Point Totals DECK DEPARTMENT 13 2 6 4 7 14 11 lb 7 9 2 8 8 1 :i 103 1,4: Sfefc: 290 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 26 3 5 14 15 18 21 9 18 5 3 25 0 • s.:. •: :•• 4 7 6 4 5• 0 4 • sI A• . 168 1 0 I 3 3 5 , 2 . 3 0 6 4 0 : 2 38 67 %r.:i • 18 2 2 5 4 12 0 w 0 A 1 • A 2 4 5 4 2 2 4 3 • 3 0 2 3 5 0 0 0 34 22 I • .1 ' 0 • ,3^^^':' 1 2 2 8 14 9 11 " 11 • sW- 0 4 <• 1 6 2 1 3 47 1 '• 0 / 115 . , ,6s;f| 41 2 6 .: 3 • 1 2 8 4 7 18 2 11 23 ;V!-4 25 8 15 • 36 5 •-.•;^3.: • ' ' 13 1 7 , 32 0 0 2 11 10 5 '7 "V 35 • ' 8 1 ... 1 •••; 86 59 4 32 1 .. 1 2 5 4 6 1 12 3 11 yy-4 20 14 86 23 12 27 0 6 38 9 1 250 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 1 0 1 2 1 3 0 "• 0 0 14 3 0 3 30 13 0 2 2 6 10 g 26 12 16 1 5 9 117 2 1 lv"|;g 1 2 2 3 6 0 2 0 10 1 - 0 , .,5 36 6 0 0 ! gi .i 4 1 4 1 11 1 •:6l3iV' >1/' 1 ii^:ll • • 4 0 3 0 1 0 59 14 If^ 3 ' 0 0 1 111 23 2 . '0 7' 268 1 iV:: 3 7 0 5 i9 9 15 3 2 7 0 0 84 6 12 14 13 11 3 6 44 14 2 27 196 0 7 1 8 5 16 4 2 137 2 2 0 199 :0 15 0 .... 4 3 8 8 9 11 '• 2 0 0. 4 1 11 0 0 0 0 0 0 9 0 m0 4 4 37 0 12 120 1 1 137 m1 0 1 169 - is 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 2 6 5 17 4 41 15 20 10 3 11 0 0 159 ^ •••v:44 Piney Point Monday, May 7 NewYiak V . Tuesday, May 8 Philadelphia Wednesday, May 9 Baltiinore Thursday, May 10 Norfolk Thursday, May 10 Jacksonville Thursday, May 10 A^opac Friday, May 11 Homtmi Monday, May 14 New Orleans Tuesday, May 15 Mobile Wednesday, May 16 San Francisco Thursday, May 17 Wilmington Monday, May 21 Seattle Friday, May 25 San Juan Thursday, May 10 St. Loins Friday, May 18 Honohdn Friday, May 18 Dnhith Wednesday, May 16 Jersey City Wednesday, May 23 NewBedfiMrd Tuesday, May 22 0 1 2 2 2 .f • '''Ir . •'•I. .'V ' :li^i :• t'} NOTICES ;:::5:;v 3 0 20 2 0 10. . 100 42 30 5 19 4 0 10 18 20 16 18 20 9 7 57 '"T6 5 36 276 8 5 18 14 22 12 4 3 170 4 3 0 286 593 477 306 515 Totals All Departments 705 441 340 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of March was up from the month of February. A tot^ of l,m jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,286 jobs shipped, 515 jobs or about^ ^rcent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority Pe®Pi®-^'"P i!? were shipped. Since the trip reUef program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 11,781 jobs have been shipped. ,:4:: - Seafarers Invited to Fish Fry At Mobile, Alabama Union Hcdl Any Seafarers and SIU pensioners are invited to attend a April 28 fish fry being held in honor of all the union brothers and sisters who died aboard ship or in the work place. The event is being held at the union's Mobile, Alabama hall in conjunction with the AFL-CIO, which has designated April 28 as a workmen's me­ morial day. For further information on the April 28 fish fry at the Mobile union hall, contact Richard McCall at (205)675-3597 or (205)675-6526. Information on the event can also be obtained frxtm the union hall at (205)4780916 or Edd Morris at (205)432-4949. (|> ' '-YLs-',' •El®?- 1 • ENTRY DEPARTMENT 7' - Sea, takes. Waters **REG1STERED ON BEACH AU Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Membmlup 4 Port Arthur Catholic Parish To Hold Maritime Day Memorial A Maritime Day service will be held on May 19 at 10:00 am at the Sundial Memorial on Lakeshore Drive in the Port Arthur/Beaumont area of Texas. All SIU members and retirees are invited to attend. Additionally, St. Anne Catholic Parish has asked that names of in­ dividuals who have died at sea be forwarded to Father Sinclair Oubre, so mention can be made of these seamen during the service. Fr Oubre can be reached at (409)832-9%3 or P.O Box 3429; 2715 Calder at Eleventh Street Beaumont, Texas 77704. i":,'" �» r.lW.Uilli^ ,.1^1', .iiW APRIL 1990 24 SlU Members Retire ThisMonth The Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 24 SIU members this month. A total of 14 sailed in the deep sea division and five each in the inland and Great Lakes divisions. Inland member Joseph Pullen Jr. has been with the union for the longest period, beginning his career with the SIU in 1940. The oldest member to retire is Heinz Ulrich at 69. Brother Ulrich, a deep sea mem­ ber, was bom in Germany. He will be living in Alexander, NY during his retirement. DEEP SEA WALTER AMMANN Walter Ammann, 62, joined the Seafarers in March 1945 in the port of Phila­ delphia. The To­ ledo, OH native sailed in the engine department. Brother Ammann resides in Seattle, WA. JAMES W. HARNETT James W. Barnett, 62, joined the SIU in Febraary 1945 in his native Mobile, AL. The galley gang veteran upgraded twice at the Lundeberg School, becoming a recertified steward in 1984. Brother Bamett shipped from the ports of Mobile and Jacksonville, PL. He lives in Theodore, AL. JOSEPH D. BARTLETT Joseph D. Bartlett, 68, joined the union in July 1942 in the port of Baltimore. The deck department veteran was bom in Washington, DC. Brother Bartlett now calls Hayward, CA home. EUGENE W. BENT Eugene W. Bent, 64, joined the Seafarers in March 1957 in the port of New York. A native of New Jersey, he served in the Army from 1944 to 1946. Brother Bent upgraded his en­ gine department endorsement at Piney Point during 1976. He resides in Hayward, CA. THOMAS E. BEWLEY Thomas E. Bewley, 66, joined the SIU in Febmary 1953 in the port of Balti­ more. The Cleve­ land native sailed in the deck department. Brother Be­ wley has retir^ to San Fr^cisco. '"w.p .: Jjj 21 DELMARE. CRAIG DEAN W. PRINDLE Delmar E. Craig, 63, joined the Seaf^arers as a member of the Great Lakes Divi­ sion in Septem­ ber 1962 in the port of Detroit. A native of Wilming­ ton, NC, he started sailing in the deep sea division when he worked in the deck department aboard the Seatrain Texas. Brother Craig calls Avi 11a, MO home. Dean W. Prindle, 65, joined the Seafarers in April 1967 in the port of New York. Bom in Oakland, CA, he served in the Air Force from 1946 to 1948. Brother Prindle started his deck ca­ reer on Waterman vessels. He up­ graded at Piney Point in both 1976 and 1977. He lives in Hayward, CA. HEINZ ULRICH JOSEPH P. GAVIN Joseph P. Gavin, 65, joined the union in Decem­ ber 1943 in the port of New York. He was bom in WilkesBarre, PA. Brother Gavin upgraded to recertified bosun at the Lundeberg School in 1975. He lives in Jackson­ ville, FL, from where he shipped before retiring. JAMES E. GROSS James E. Gross, 65, joined the Seafarers in No­ vember 1947 in the port of New York. Bom in North Carolina, he shipped in the steward depart­ ment. Brother Gross calls Camden, NChome. Heinz Ulrich, 69, joined the SIU in August 1949 in the port of New York. The native of Germany served in the U.S. Army from 1941 to 1945. He upgraded his deck department endor­ sements at the Lundeberg School in 1977 and 1978. Brother Ulrich re­ sides in Alexander, NY. RICHARD WILLIAMS Richard Wil­ liams, 64, joined the union in May 1958 in the port of San Francisco. The steward de­ partment veteran was bom in Mississippi. Brother Williams retired to Oakland, CA. ELIZE KITCHEN ROBERT T. YARBROUGH Elize Kitchen, 60, joined the SIU in January 1954 in the port of New York. He was bom in Cayce, SC and served in the Army from 1951 to 1953. Brother Kitchen was a mem­ ber of the galley gang. He resides in Baltimore. Robert T. Yarbrough, 64, joined the Seafar­ ers in July 1951 in the port of Mo­ bile, AL. He was bom in Wood­ land, AL and served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. Brother Yarbrough shipped in the deck de^ partment. He lives in Lake Chiu-les, LA. WILLIAM R. McCLINTIC William R. McClintic, 65, joined the union in Au­ gust 1967 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. A native of Santa Cmz, CA, he served in the Navy from 1941 to 1945. Brother McClintic sailed in the black gang. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1976 and 1978. He lives in Tiburon, CA. ROBERT G.MILLER Robert G. Miller, 58, graduated from the Andrew Fumseth Train­ ing School in New York in April 1959. The native of the Rahway, NJ served in the Army between 1946 and 1949. Brother Miller started his deck career on the S.S. Choctaw. He has retired to Linden, NJ. INLAND FRANK BOROWICK Frank Borowick, 62, joined the SIU in July 1972 in the port of Bal­ timore. The Mary­ land native served in the Army from 1950 to 1952. He shipped in the deck department on Curtis Bay Towing vessels. Boat­ man Borowick resides in Baltimore. department in both the inland and deep sea divisions. He calls Sander­ son, FL home. JOSEPH R. PULLEN JR. Joseph R. Pullen Jr., 67, joined the Seafarers in Au­ gust 1940 in the port of Mobile, AL. A native'bf Texas, Boatman Pullen shipped in the engine depart­ ment. He resides in Westwego, TX. HENRY TULEWICZ Henry Tulewicz^ 63, joined the SIU in June 1961 in the port of Phil­ adelphia. He was bom in Pennsyl­ vania and served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. Boatman Tulewicz sailed in the deck department. He attended the 1978 contract conference at Piney Point. He lives in Clemington, NJ, GREAT LAKES JOSEPH P. CREGUER Joseph P. Creguer, 65, joined the SIU in June 1965 in the port of Al­ pena, Ml. The Michigan native sailed in the deck department. Brother Creguer lives in Ossineke, MI. WILLIAM OGSTON William Ogston, 62, joined the union in Septem­ ber 1961 in his native Sault Ste. Marie, MI. After serving in the Army Air Force, Brother Ogston shipped in the black gaiig for Great Lakes Dredge and Dock. He has re­ tired to Brimley, MI. ROBERT L. POWELL Robert L. Powell, 61, joined the Seafarers in Octo­ ber 1960 in the port of Detroit. He was bom in West Virginia and served in the Air Force from 1946 to 1950. Brother Powell sailed in the engine department. He resides in Mannington, WV. RAYMOND J. SMITH Raymond J. Smith, 62, joined the SIU in Febmary 1962 in his native Cleveland. After serving in the Navy from 1944 to 1946, Brother Smith shipped in the deck department on Great Lakes Towing vessels. He calls Lakewood, OH home. BOBBY G. WILSON RONALDCANADY Ronald Canady, 56, joined the union in April 1951 in the port of Savannah, GA. Bom in Georgia, Boatman Canady sailed in the deck ...i' •«' Bobby G. Wil­ son, 58, joined the union in June 1966 in the port of Detroit. The deck department veteran was bom in Tennessee. Brother Wilson lives in LaFollette, TN, 4 . I' . �> SEAFARCRS LOG 22 "•K •• '• : m:'-Wy-\ CU-Company/Lakes L—Lakes MARCH 1-31, 1990 i£''W: NP—Non Priority •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 17 2 STEWARD DEPARTMENT w '-X- ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 • ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT MM l:':- Seafarers Intematioaal Union Direrfory Dispatchers' Repert for Greal Lakes B 2 0 •' 16^ ^ 0 45 4 iM 22 I Totals Ail Departments 0 . 50 28 0 79 3 0 97 28 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"R.egistered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Dispatchers' Report for Inland Waters MARCH 1-31, 1990 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port iNew York Philadelphia IBBltimoi Norfolk MobUe New Orleans ficksoavflli Francisco ' Seattle m' • Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville^ San Francisdi j^filmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston j Algonac I St. Louis f point Totals Port New York , |Philadelp^ iBattunor% Norfolk Mobile New Orleans STEWARD DEPARTMENT Ssm Francisco Wilmingtort Seattle Puerto Rico Houston |]^ey Points Totals Totals All Departments 49 16 52 66 14 124 243 108 107 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 (313)794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (301)327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building ;; Duluth, MN 55802 (218) 722-4110 HONOLULU 636 Cooke St. Honolulu, HI 96813 tfc. (808) 523-5434 HOUSTON l:ai 1221 Pierce St, Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201) 435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 (205) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn. NY 11232 , (718)499-6600 NOREOLK 115 Third StNorfolk, VA 23510 (804)622-1892 FHILADELPBIA V 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia. PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT St. Mary's County Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 fi-.' Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809)721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206) 441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213) 549-4000 PERSONALS RAY MCDONALD of Tampa Please contact Greg Hess at (303) 399-9628. ALGATHAM Please contact Marguerite Maresco Basso at (914) 779-3189, 110 Grandview Blvd., Yonkers, NY 10710. �Lundebeig School Graduates Six Classes •' ife I '.U-. X' '-i 'M,. , V • MA '• . Jff t' Upgrader Lifeboat Course -J: The January 30 lifeboat graduating class consisted of both SlU and MSG Alessi-SIU, Leslie Farrell-SIU, Everette W. Sanders-SIU; (2nd row, left to members. Instructor Casey Taylor (back row, 2nd from left) taught the right) David Silvio-MSC,BrianC.Gauntt-SIU, Patrick K.Hanley-SIU, Michael conibin^ class all about emergency drills, lifeboat equipment and survival Allen-MSC, Craig Pearson-SIU, Rick Strongman-SIU, Richard C. Savi-SIU, / I'-- •.,;f' "A •' -T-' •s: • -'f • -^'rSW'S: Shiphandling Simulator Class This six-week course leading to endorsement as fireman/watertender, oiler consists of classroom instruction and practical training. Under the instruc­ tion of Jim Shaffer (far right), the following wipers graduated on January 29: (first row kneeling, left to right) William Heaton, Calvin Hicks, Mohsin Harhara, Garth A. Beattie; (2nd row, left to right) Marion VanBuren Franklin, Juan Martrinez, Gino Igneri, Johnny Guzman Jr., James Murray Jr.; (3rd row, left to right) Wayne Toole, Robert Ramsey, Steve Churchya, Rick Soto, Thom Kreutzer, Bill Kovack, Phil Zaiewski and Kleo Helm. This Coast Guard-approved course provides realistic bridge watchstanding training for deck personnel aboard both deep sea and inland vessels. Instructors Jake Karaczysnki (left) and Jim Brown (second from left) helped guide the four members pictured above through the two-week course. Tney are (left to right) Greg Johnson, Joan Ellis, Roy Delay and David Barber. •/ : • • V- ••• • ••••' ; -rSi- "i • '- .'A' .> . Hydraulics Class Instructor Bill Foley (left) taught the January hydraulics course in both classroom and practical training. Completing the course, which covered such topics as f uids, actuators, control devices, pumps, reservoirs, sym­ bols and hyudraulic systems in marine equipment, are (left to right) Bruce Smith, John Herrlein, D. Rush Ingram, Jim Musker and Charles Betz. , / V 1 ••• 'V.\:Z'. * '• T : •i Welding •I Eight members completed the Lundeberg School's welding class in March and were awarded a certificate of graduation. Instructbr Bilf Foley (far right) trained the students in electric arc welding and cutting and oxy-acetylene brazing, welding and cutting. Class participants are (front row, from the left) Donald A. Thornton, David M. Tillman, Rene Raoul Rosario; (back row, from the left) David Barber, D. Rush Ingram, Joseph Negron and Jim Musker. Missing from the photo is Herman Best. '-.t: ; • V; -.nw Upgrader Lifeboat Course Correction The Seafarers LOG incorrectly identified an upgrader in the December lifeboat class. The name should have read Alice M. Caballero-Wilder. We regret the error. Learning lifeboat skills and water survival techniques leads to lifeboatman certification at the Lundeberg School. Under the instruction of Jake Karaczynski (left), the following members made up the February 28 graduating class: rx « »: (leftto right) Jeffrey Sutton, Paula Plaisance, Duane Bergeson, Calvin York, Stephen Avallone, Samuel E. Monroe and Franz Winiker. •. 1-• •{••• I^^ Fireman, Oiler, Watertender Course ' •:yyi :if •> • 'v- • • •#. •£:.v V'it 'A' ••V I'is . i • • - ; .V-' r �SUFARISS tOG 24 ilig^Jvv • lis®-. •t--/';''"'. •-' - ' • .1 rrV;, Vi. "'r'' , I ' '-' "'.v'- As Summer Hears, SlU Families Look to Piney Point Vacations T he Seafarers Harry Limdeberg School of Seaman­ ship is available over the summer as a vacation site for SIU mem­ bers and their families. Nestled on the banks of the St. George's Creek in Piney Point, MD, the Lundeberg School's location allows for day trips throughout historic southern Maryland and the Washington, DC metropolitan area. The Lun­ deberg School itself also offers comfortable surroundings and many activities for a family. Housing the largest training facility for deep sea merchant seafarers and inland waterways boatmen in the United States, the Lundeberg School is composed of a number of administrative and educational buildings as well as a library and maritime museum and a six-story training arid recreation center on more than 60 acres of waterfront property. A number of these rooms in the training and recrea­ tion center have been set aside during the summer months for vacationing SIU members and their families. Each room contains two double beds, color TV, bureaus, desks and a table with chairs. The Lundeberg School offers an olympic-sized swimming pool, teimis courts, game room, pool tables and a health spa featuring the latest in body-building equip­ ment, including Nautilus, free weights and a universal gym. A sauna and steamroom are also on site. Located in the main build­ ing are the Sea Chest, which sells personal items,.souvenirs, magazines and snacks, and the Anchor Bar, designed to resemble a Viking longboat and featuring the wooden frgurehead which originally highlighted the SIU hall's Port O'Call bar in Brooklyn. Boating and fishing ac­ tivities are also avmlable to vacationing seafarers and their families. There are many day trips that a vacationing SIU family can take using the school as a base. dent Abraham Lincoln. Mudd's house, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is open for tours. Another landmark is Smallwood State Park, the former plantation of William Smallwood, a Maryland patriot leader during the Revolutionary War. Besides the restored house, Smallwood State Park offers a marina for boat launching, a pic­ nic area and a nature trail. On cer­ tain occasions there are crafts demonstrations, military exhibi­ tions and other special events. working plantation overlooking the Patuxent River, and the Naval Air Test and Evaluation Museum, the nation's only museum dedicated to the testing and evaluation of naval aircraft. At Point Lookout State Park is the site of Fort Lincoln, an ear­ then fort and prisoner-of-war camp built by Confederate prisoners during the Civil War. On St. Clement's Island is the Potomac River Museum, which tells the story of the region. Many specif events take place during the summer months in St. Maiy's Coimty including fairs, the Governor's Cup Yacht Race and the annual jousting tourna­ ment. DAY TRIPS St. Mary's Coun­ ty: Piney Point is located in St. Mary's Coimty— and there is a lit­ tle something of iirterest for everyone who spends time in this rural area which dif­ fers little from what the first set­ tlers to this coimtry may have seen. Established in 1637, St. Mary's is a county of "firsts." It was the first proprietary colony in America, Ae first colony to practice religious toleration, the first colony to have peaceful rela­ tions with the native Indians, the first Maryland capital, the first site to place a black in a governmental position, and the place where the first request for the women's right to vote was recorded. Apart from the historical landmarks to visit, St. Mary's boasts 400 miles of shoreline, in­ cluding a 250-acre fishing lake, public beaches, tidal waterways, hiking trails and imspoiled countryside. It's the site of Sotterley Mansion, an 18th century Charles County: Ri^tnexttoSt. Mary's County is Charles County where rolling fields of tobacco surround picturesque villages. Perhaps one of Charles County's more notable residents was Dr. Samuel A. Mudd, the country doctor who examined John Wilkes Booth's fractured leg fol­ lowing his assassination of Presi­ Prince George's County: Named in honor of Prince George of Den­ mark, who was married to Prin­ cess Anne, the heir to the throne of England, Prince George's County was established in 1696 as an agricultural colony whose main export was tobacco. As the county grew during the 1700s so did the economy, and many of the stately mansions in this area—which are open for special events and tours—were built during this period through the Civil War. Prince George's County is also the home of Wild World Amusement Park, one of America's largest water parks. Besides all the water park fun. Wild World offers a variety of "thrill rides & kiddie rides." The "Wild One" roller coaster was voted one of America's top 10 roller coasters. Nine di^ereiit facilities operated by NASA are located in Prince George's County at the NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center. The Visitor's Center of­ fers many different hands-on ex­ hibits as well as public tours. And each year, Goddard launches more than 1,0(X) model rockets from the grounds of the Visitor's Center. Visitors can join the launch team at the CenConUnued on page 26 SEAFARERS TRAINING & RECREATION CENTER UNION MEMBER VACATION RATES Reservation Information A vacation stay at the Lundeberg School is limited to two weeks per family. Member $40.40/day Spouse $ 9.45/day Child $ 9.45/day Note: There is no charge for children under the age of 12. The prices listed above include all meals. Send completed application form to Seafarers Training & Recreation Center, Piney Point, MD 20674 or call (301) 994-0010. Name:. Social Security Number: Book Number: Address: Telephone #: ( ) Number in Party/Age of (IMdren, if applicable: Date of Arrival 2nd choice: ' 1st choice: • 3rd choice: Stay is limited to two weeks. Date of Departure: • ; -: , 4/90 .;r �AMnimo 25 minutes ^mittett. CAPELLA (IMC), Januaiy 8 — Chairman James Dawson, Secretary H. M. Davis, Educational Director R. Smith, Deck Delegate John Cartos, Engine Delegate Mike Novak. Chairman discussed ship's contract with crew who asked contracts • department to review overtime situation onboard. Secretary reminded members to do their part to keep vessel clean. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked company to replace non-working refrigerators. Crew urged contracts de­ partment to fight for membership bene­ fits during upcoming negotiations. Next port: Oakland, CA. C>IP£i.L4 (IMC), January 28 — Chair­ man David N. Martz, Secretary H. M. Davis, Educational Director R. Smith, Steward Delegate Richard Emanuel. Chairman stated no VCR has been in­ stalled in crew lounge. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew asked contracts department for information on overtime and vacation pay on IMC vessels. Next port: Pusan, Korea. OVERSEAS ALICE (Maritime Overseas), January 21 — Chairman Stephen Argay, Secretary C. Leper Jr., Educa­ tional Director Donald Leight, Deck Delegate Steve Sylvia, Engine Delegate Jerry LaPeruta. Chairman announced crew working well together. Engine dele­ gate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and stew­ ard delegates. Crew reminded to follow policy for discarding plastics. Next port: Thameshaven, U.K. RALEIGH BAY(Sea-Land Service), Janu­ ary 28 — Chairman Howard Knox, Sec­ retary E. Vazquez, Educational Director D. Greiner, Deck Delegate J. Ocot, En­ gine Delegate All Mohsin, Steward Del­ egate Sergio Morales. Chairman reviewed procedures on SIU drug pro­ gram. Secretary thanked crew for keep­ ing lounge clean. He complimented Wiper All Mohsin and SA Ramon de la Paz for terrific job they have done. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for fine Job. Next port: Elizabeth, NJ. SEA-LAND ATLANTIC{Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 28 — Chairman W. C. Byrd, Secretary J. Rivera, Educational Director Michael Derringe, Deck Dele­ gate James V. Higgins, Steward Dele­ gate Ronald Tarantino. Chairman announced ship scheduled to arrive in Charleston, SC on February 2. Educa­ tional director noted no money in ship's treasury. Steward delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by the deck and engine delegates. Crew asked union to look into raising pension and dental benefits. Steward said ship running out of food, especially pastries and fruits. Next ports: Charles­ ton, Port Everglades, FL and Houston. SEA-LAND DEVELOPER{Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 22 — Chairman R. W. Pinkham, Secretary P. P. Lopez, Educa­ tional Director Jerry Lamhert, Deck Delegate R. S. Bynum, Engine Delegate R. W. Dehlhom, Steward Delegate T. Pope. Chairman announced vessel would be going into dry dock in Kobe, Japan on its next voyage. Treasurer listed $38.25 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Tacoma, WA. SEA-LAND KODIAK (Sea-Land Service), January 18 — Chairman John Glenn, Secretary Melvin Morgan, Educational Director Sam Hacker. Chairman asked contracts department to review possibil­ ity of member being able to regain job after being declared fit following illness. He announced payoff in Tacoma, WA upon arrival. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew told new movies would be coming onboard this trip. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department. Deck and engine departments declared best since ship came out. Next port: Ta­ coma, WA. SEA-LAND NAVIGATOR{Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 31 — Chairman Don McFariand, Secretary John Alamar, Educational Director Walter C. Ste­ vens, Deck Delegate D. McGath, Stew­ ard Delegate Jimmy Williams. Chairman reported very smooth trip with problems already handled. Steward de­ partment thanked for good food, espe­ cially New Year's Day meal. Secretary thanked crew for keeping quarters and recreation room clean. Treasurer an­ nounced $84,in ship's fiind. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew received Seafarers LOG on last visit to Long Beach, CA. Crew asked Sea-Land to pro­ vide transportation at all ports to safely take crew to and from main gates. WESTWARD VENTURE {lOT), Januaiy 29 — Chairman George Vukmir, Secre­ tary Sherman Jarman, Educational Di­ rector John Ross, Deck Delegate Ahmed Hussain, Engine Delegate Mi- Members of the Overseas Ohio's steward department posed for this photo during the vessel's stopover In Nederland, TX. Pictured from the left are QMED 0. Suazo, Steward/Baker Earl Gray Sr. and QMED J. Miranda. chael Brown, Steward Delegate Jacob Dusich. Educational director announced installation of new VCR. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew discussed SIU drug policy and upcoming contract nego­ tiations. Next port: Tacoma, WA. AMERICAN HERITAGE{Apex Marine), February 25 — Chairman J. Passapera, Secretary J. Gonzalez, Deck Delegate Robert Dennis, Engine Delegate Kevin Quinlan, Steward Delegate George T. Winfield. Chairman said crew is so large that additional washing machine and ice machine are needed. Secretary asked company to provide crew with contin­ gency evacuation plan for extremely ill or injured members. Engine delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Steward asked company to fu­ migate ship. Next port: St. Croix, VI. CAROLINA (Puerto Rico Marine), Febru­ ary 4,1990 — Chairman Edwin Rivera, Secretary R. Maldonado. Treasurer re­ ported no money in the movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contract negotiating committee to permit relief to retain job when perma­ nent meniber does not return. Crew re­ ported trouble with individuals who are not members of the crew. They have bro­ ken lounge door and have eaten night lunches. Next port: San Juan, PR. GALVESTON flJiy (Sea-Land Service), February 18 — Chairman Paul M. Butterworth, Secretary T. J. Smith, Ed­ ucational Director A. O. Cuevas, Deck Delegate Joseph M. McGill, Engine Delegate Daniel L. Johnson, Steward DepartmentJoeL. Clark. Chairman . urged members to tell captain if they want off when ship docks in Charleston, SC. He updated crew on SIU drug-test­ ing policy. Treasurer atmounced $147.50 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked SIU to look into raising pensions and guarding against loss of permanent job because of illness. Ship will be changing runs from Gulf to North Atlantic. Crew complained about stack gas on bridge. Crew reminded not to cook in quarters. Steward department given vote of thanks. Next port: Charles­ ton, Port Everglades, FL and Houston, TX. J/I/ilMC40 (Puerto Rico Marine), Febraary 4,1990 — Chairman P. Flores, Sec­ retary Cassle B. Carter Jr., Educational Director William B. Turner, Engine Delegate Robert Clark, Steward Dele­ gate M. Robles. Chairman announced payoff scheduled on arrival at Elizabeth, NJ February 7. He said individuals who are not crewmembers are eating all night lunch and fruit. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked chief engineer to adjust temperature controls in quarters to accommodate local jiort. Crew also sought to have shower water control fixed to keep hot water coming from cold faucet and steam from hot. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port: Elizabeth. LIBERTY SEA (Liberty Maritime), Febmary 4 — Chairman Cesar Gutierrez, Secretary R. Black, Educational Direc­ tor T. Koubik, Deck Delegate George McCurley, Engine Delegate Alphonse Thomas, Steward Delegate Ambrose Gabriel Jr. Chairman said VCR needs repaired. Deck delegate reported dis­ puted OT. Engine and steward delegates reported no beefs or disputed OT. Crew thanked steward department for fine job. OMI CHARGER (OMI Corp.), February 4 — Chairman F. R. Schwarz, Secretary N. Johnson, Educational Director Wiley Yarber. Chairman and secretary re­ minded crew to separate plastics from bi­ odegradable trash. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer reported $400 and 800 movies in ship's collection. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked wel­ fare department to investigate reduction of days to qualify for pension. Captain Weis invited to end of meeting to an­ nounce new OMI safety recognition pol­ icy which will include prizes and awards to ships and crewmembers who reduce lost manhours. Next port: Texas City, TX. OMI SACRAMENTO{OMI Corp.), Febru­ ary 25 — Chairman Sy Yaras, Secretary David Der, Deck Delegate Jack Brown, Steward Delegate Willie J.Grant. Chairman reminded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. He thanked stew­ ard department for fine job. He asked contracts department to look into allow­ ing permanent members to regain job after retuming from illness. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Deck and engine departments thanked for keeping ship clean. Ship scheduled to be in Germany for five to seven days. Crew asked wel­ fare plan to review policy for family cov­ erage. '''''' '•f:r '• : ''-M . ' ^ • '• Clyde Kreiss, chief steward aboard the Overseas Chicago, In photo taken In Texas City, TX. OVERSEAS JOYCE (Maritime Overseas), February 22 — Chairman Richard Bradford, Secretary Steven Parker, Ed­ ucational Director Leonard Viles, Deck Delegate Duane Stevens, Steward Dele­ gate Keith Barfield. Chairman advised crew VCR will be replaced upon arrival. He told departing members to stay on­ board until replacements sign on. Secre­ tary said chandler in New York still delivering out-dated bread and spoiled fruit. He said company is aware of prob­ lem. Educational director requested all members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Seafarers LOG received onboard. Crew thanked steward department for fine meals and fresh breads. Next ports: Jacksonville, FL, Baltimore and Newark, NJ. OVERSEAS NEW YORK{Maritime Over­ seas), February 4— Chairman M. Gal- , braith. Secretary J. White, Educational Director L. W. Philpot, Deck Delegate J. McLean, Engine Delegate R. Santos, Steward Delegate W. Fruge. Chairman announced payoff when vessel arrives in Houston. He urged all members to up­ grade at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by the engine and steward delegates. Crew asked union to review increase in pension plan. Crew thanked steward department for good food and ship's cleanliness. Next port: Houston, TX. ROBERT E. LEE (Waterman), February 4 — Chairman Mark Trepp, Secretary Ernie Hoitt, Educational Director B. F. Cooley. Chairman reminded crew to do­ nate to SPAD and upgrade at Piney Point. Secretary told crew he had vaca­ tion, welfare and upgrading forms in case any are needed. Treasurer asked crew to rewind videos before retuming them. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Alexandria, Egypt. Continued on page 26 ;T • f '''Z •''A' �26 :'V ^g; '•'!• SlU Family Vacation Continued from page 24 ter on the Hrst and third Sunday of each month, and are invited to bring their own model rockets to launch. And Prince George's County is home to Camp Springs, site of the SIU headquarters. Anne Arundel County: Named in honor of the wife of Cecil Calvert, Maryland's foundI I ing sponsor, Anne .Zd Arundel County is famous for Annapolis, the state capital, and the Chesapeake Bay. With more miles of shoreline on the Bay than any other county, Anne Arundel is home to snug har­ bors, sandy beaches, picturesque waterfront towns—and fabulous seafood. First settled in 1649, Annapolis was once the capital of the new United States for nine months. The street plan of the two major circles and radiating streets remains the same as the original design of 1695. Home to the U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis is a lovely city through which to take a leisurely stroll. History is everywhere, from the oldest state house in continuous use in the United States to the his­ toric taverns to the BannekerDouglass Museum of Afro-American Life and History to the city docks, boutiques and waterfront restaurants. All this is Just a short drive from the Lundeberg School. if' S-:-! fv. li-^k I)... m: 'X' ' iig.: I ri. ":• M:": ,>• :«• sr. f i-i> • 1:.,: V' all-- .Northern Virginia: I Across the Potomac iRiver from Washing­ ton, DC and just about an hour-and-ahalf drive from Piney Point is Ar­ lington County and the City of Al­ exandria, both rich in history. One of the most historic spots , in Arlington is Arlington House, the memorial to Robert E. Lee. It is situated atop a hill in Arlington National Cemetery, site of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and where President John Ken­ nedy, his brother, Robert, and many other of America's patriots are buried. The U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial "Iwo Jima" is lo­ cated in Arlington as is the Penta­ gon, headquarters for the U.S. Department of Defense and the world's largest office building. An 88-acre bird sanctuary in the middle of the Potomac River is dedicated to the nation's 26th pres­ ident, Theodore Roosevelt, and nearby is the Netherlands Carillon, a 49-1^11 tower, a gift from the Dutch people in gratitude for American aid given during World Warn. '£5^ In addition, a trip to Arlington offers the opportunity to visit the oldest standing log cabin in Northem Virginia, built in 1743, and the Nationd Inventors Hall of Fame, featuring artifacts of 44 members, including Alexander Graham Bell, Thomas Alva Edison and Orville , and Wilbur Wright. Next to Arlington is Alexan­ dria, a riverfront town with a rich trading heritage. Best known as George Washington's hometown and site of his beloved Mt. Ver­ non, there are walking, trolley and boat tours of the historic area. Historical buildings are packed into a small area—the boy­ hood home of Robert E. Lee and the Old Presbyterian Meeting House where Washington's fiineral sermons were delivered, to name but two. Established in 1749 by a group of Scottish merchants, Al­ exandria is a tourist's haven, with specialty shops, historic homes, seafood and ethnic restau­ rants, art galleries and antiques shops. Washington, DC: A good way-to get acquainted with all of the sites of inter­ est in the nation's capital is a trip on the Tourmobile—a narrated, shuttle bus tour to 18 major sites in the area including the Jefferson, Washington and Lincoln memorials. That way, the tourist can get an idea of what he wants to explore further— from the Capitol, White House and Supreme Court to the hundreds of Smithsonian Institu­ tion museum exhibits (all free). Among the Srtiithsonian muse­ ums are the Museum of Natural History, Museum of American History and the National Air and Space Museum. The Museum of American Histoty is known as the "nation's attic" because every­ thing is there—from the First Ladies' gowns to old cars and fire engines, to coin and stamp collections. The nation's capital offers many art museums as well, in­ cluding the National Gallery of Art, the Hirshhom Museum and Sculpture Garden and the Corco­ ran Gallery of Art. The Library of Congress, the nation's central depository of books and infoimation, is housed in three separate buildings, all open to the public, and the Na­ tional Archives is home to the major original American docu­ ments such as the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. A particu­ larly moving attraction is the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Many families enjoy the tours conducted by the FBI of that agency's headquarters as well as a visit to the United States Treasury's printing site, where one can actually watch the nation's paper currency being made. It will take more than a day— or even a weekend—^to see some of the more famous landmarks, much less the other significant at­ tractions in the District of Colum­ bia. Since the nation's capital is only about a hour-and-a-half from Piney Point, many vacation­ ing seafarers make more than one trip to the city while staying at the Lundeberg School. '•raia-.-'Sii- ••i -' • ^^ji^s^gests Continued from page 25 SEA-IAND DISCOVERY (Sea-Land Service), February 18 — Chairman S. Rollo, Secretary J. R. Collis, Educa­ tional Director C. Welsh, Deck E)elegate R. Garay, Engine Delegate S. Padilia, Steward Delegate R. Escobar. Chairman announced payoff as soon as the vessel arrives in Elizabeth, NJ. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Steward department given vote of thanks by crew. Next ports: San Juan, Rio Haina and Jacksonville, FL. SEA-LAND EXPLORER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), February 11 — Chairman W. E. Lough, Secretary W. Hawkins. Chair­ man announced crew with permanent jobs do not have to sign off only in Long Beach, CA. Treasurer stated $419 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Steward department thanked for job well done. SEA-LAND UBERATOR (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), February 25 — Chairman V. J. ArdowskI, Secretary C. M. Modeiias, Educational Director E. L. Ford. Chair­ man advised crew about hazardous work­ ing conditions and urged them to report any such problems. He stressed the im­ portance of preventing injuries. He an­ nounced ship would pay off upon arrival in Long Beach, CA. Secretary thanked members for keeping crew lounge clean at all times. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew held moment of silence for departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Long Beach, CA. SEA-LAND TRADER(Sea-Land Service), February 24 — Chairman J. Rader, Secretaiy R. Spencer, Educational Director M. Mefferd, Engine Delegate Willie Lee Jr. Chairman reminded members after being paid off in Long Beach, CA to be wary of thieves. Secretary urged members to donate to SPAD. Educa­ tional director stressed importance of SOFJUUKSIOG safety onboard vessel. Deck delegate re­ ported OT; engine delegate reported beef; steward delegate reported no beefs or disputed OT. Steward department thanked by crew. ULTRASEA (American Transport), Febru­ ary 18 — Chairman Jim Hassan, Secre­ tary John C. Reed, Educational Director E. Figueroa. Chairman reported a beef between him and chief mate. Treasurer noted $100 in movie fund. No other beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for good food. WILLIAM B. BAUGHiMaersk), February 4 — Chairman Richard Fahey, Secretary William Justi, Educational Director H. C. Cancey. Chairman announced copy of drug laws onboard and all members should read it. He asked all members to submit list of items which need repair. Secretary announced travel pay would be included in February payoff. Vocational director told members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for excellent job. Next port: Diego Garcia. OMI CHAMPION(OMl Corp.), March 5 — Chairman William R. Dawson, Secre­ tary Floyd Payton. Chairman announced payoff will take place in Norfolk. Trea­ surer reported $40 in ship's fund. No dis­ puted OT or beefs reported. OVERSEAS CHICAGO (Maritime Over­ seas), March 3 — Chairman John Zepeda, Secretary Clyde Kreiss, Educa­ tional Director Mark Sawin, Deck Dele­ gate Billy G. Hill, Engine Delegate E. Whisenhant, Steward Delegate A. Fuchini. Chairman announced payoff in Nederland, TX upon arrival. He said next voyage will be to Scotland. No beefs or disputed OT reported. February Seafarers LOG received. Crew asked to review pension requirements. It asked negotia­ tion committee to add another AB and make bosim a day worker. Crew re­ minded to upgrade at Piney Point, next • port: Nederland, TX. Seafarers Welfare Plan Notice COBRA: Continuation Heaith Coverage Seafarers or their dependents who have lost eligibility for health care coverage under the Rules and Regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, may be eligible to purchase, at a pre­ mium, welfare coverage directly from the Flan. Seafarers who have lost their eligibility for Plan coverage must notify the Plan office immediately to find out whether or not they or their dependents may elect to continue benefits under this program. To obtain more information about this program, seafarers may call the membership sendees office at 1-800-CLAIMS-4 (1-800252-4674) or may write to: CX)BRA Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Gimp Springs, Maryland 20746 (The April 1989 edition of the Seafarers LOG contains a com­ plete description of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act—or COBRA—program.) Eastern Strike Continued from page 7 joined by the Airline Pilots As­ sociation and the Transport Work­ ers Union, which represented the flight attendants, in a sympathy walkout, thus crippling Eastern's operations. On March 9, 1989, Lorenzo placed Eastern under federal bankruptcy protection and has been trying to rebuild the car­ rier with scabs and through Lifland's court. As the LOG went to press, the airlines' creditors were seeking the ap^intment of an independent operating trustee to be assigned to the company. Judge Lifland is currently hold­ ing hearings on the airline's finan­ cial situation. �£5J- iSsi»"s«# APRIL 1990 27 At the Mobile hall's membership meeting SlU members listen to the monthly dispatcher's report on shipping and registration. Scenes from the SlU's Mobile Hall jVi* •pim 4.- V r-' •V- ; -V VM '• i /• •V'l. I MM Robert Vance (left) talks with Ex­ ecutive Vice President Joseph Sacco before a membership meet­ ing. Vance tells younger SlU mem­ bers to fill the union's jobs because, '1he sun doesn't always shine on the dog's tail, and you can't take it for granted that things will always go well." Bevelow D. Locke, who retired in 1978, is pictured with his daughter Heather. Brother Locke last sailed on Puerto Rico Marine's Aguadilla as a reefer electrician. SlU member Walter Guy is pic­ tured above as he,waits for the union meeting to begin. ' ''.'h ;• 1::•i "si* ''.'T,-' ' . J I i •! . J"' Standing in front of the union hall's new soda pop machine are QMED Electrician Jerald "Rex" Graham, retired Recertified Bosun Fred "Johnny" Johnson, Chief Cook Jack Rankin and Alicia Sanders, the secretary for the Mobile office. On the phone is DEU Clarence Scott. i QMED Pumpman Charlie E. Durden drops by the Mobile hall with his wife, Socorro, and daughter, Jamie Lee, to fill out and submit a welfare claim form. Brother Durden reported that his daughter had dislocated her shoulder but after a hospital visit she is doing fine. -1 • f •• 'v . vj - • I'-" ' -I V.-.-Ki Sean Walker (left), who currently sails as a junior engineer, is dispatched to the USNS Capella by Port Agent Dave Carter. -J • . L-k-.-- ' •I f '" irf ' • - t r: iV Pictured at the Mobile hall counter are AB Henry Gable, Bosun Raul Lawrence, Crescent Towing tug deckhand Ricky N. Shutlock and QMED James L. Bates. Brother Gable was on his way to the Baldornero Lopez in Saipan while Brother Bates was enjoying his time off the William Button. Photographed in front of a picture of the late Paul Hall, the union's president until his death in 1980, are Eloris B. Tart and Chief Cook Jack Rankin. Brother Tart has played an important role in the union from participating in beefs to developing procedures that work. His suggestion on changing the ratings in the steward department to a straight chief cook and a steward/baker was put into effect around 1980. : . •It •• •tj �StAFJUim LOG 28 -;;i^ t i. :'.rMf.. ;•• •:•:./••/ ••; •••.• ^^Riil , VvF" : Captain Designs Ring Bentz Visits Daughter in Coiiege in Maryiand Veteran AB and SIU man Henry Bentz stopped by the union's head­ quarters last month during a visit to the area. Maryland was Brother Bentz's destination because his daughter Joann is currently en­ rolled at the University of Maryland. At headquarters, Bentz introduced Joann to SIU officials '•'»• IS'V ; '•'•"•">3^ ••:' SIU member and Pittsburgh Steelers fan Henry Bentz came by the union's headquarters building last month. Above, Brother Bentz (second from left) and his daughter, Joann, are flanked by SIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco (left) and Secretary-Treasurer Joseph DiGiorgio. Diego, who attends the University of Utah. Diego Bentz plays foot­ ball for the school's Ruiming Utes team. •U#-.','-'^vv' -VW' .... •• •i .>U-' -iM''-- v iss -, . •• •' :• . ,•• •/ ''^"• '"•; . • . - -. Brother Bentz's son Diego plays football for the University of Utah Running Utes. Brother Bentz divides his time on the beach between the Utah city, Puerto Rico and his native Pit­ tsburgh. He also visits family in Pasadena and Maryland during time off between ships. Brother Bentz told "Red" Campbell that he thoroughly enjoys keeping up with his family. Bentz began sailing in August 1953 at the age of 20, applying for his union permit in the port of New York. After a stint in the U.S. Army from '55 to '57, he became a full book member on October 31, 1958. He upgraded at the Seafarers Harry Limdeberg School of Seamanship in 1964 and 1967. Continued from page 15 mariners: a ring. He had felt for a long time that merchant mariners should have a ring comparable to those worn by service academy graduates. The ring's design states "United States Merchant Marine" around a birthstone. Other features include a sailing ship, two anchors and "1776" on one side and an anchor within the U.S. shield, two propellers and "USMM" on the other side. According to Rakyta, the ring "represents our industry, repre­ sents everyone involved with ships or tugs." Because many people in the industry have not had a chance to attend college or the Merchant Marine Academy at King's Point, they have "no ring, nothing, to show for their participation in the fourth arm of defense, the U.S. merchant marine," he said. Brother Rakyta believes his ring can be worn proudly by anyone involved with U.S. shipping. Rakyta has found a company in New York that will produce his design. He asks that any members interested in obtaining a ring write him personally at Captain John Rakyta, 3740 Sharon, Prescott Val­ ley, AZ 86314. After hearing from any individual interested in the merchant marine ring. Captain Rakyta will send out information on how to order one. - :•.; • .}x \r. u 'i-f, •h" \i.. '• i! . i'i . f." •o rrj and staff, reminisced with Execu­ tive Vice President Joseph Sacco about the days they sailed together in the '60s and compared notes with Vice President of Contracts Angus "Red" Campbell on the for­ tunes of the Pittsburgh Steelers. During the '60s, Brother Bentz sailed on many ships with Michael and Joseph Sacco, who now serve as the union's president and execu­ tive vice president respectively. While chatting last month in Joe Sacco's office, the two recalled some of the trips they had made together. "Henry was my watch partner," Joe Sacco explained. "He was very good company and a great seaman. We spent many hours talking about the merchant marine and shipping." Vice President Campbell describes Henry Bentz as a good SIU man. "On any beefs that the union was involved in, Henry has always made himself available." Both Campbell and Bentz were bom and raised in Pittsburgh. When the two get together, the conversation quickly tums to the records and activities of their hometown baseball and football teams. Campbell says Bentz is as good as an encyclopedia when it comes to information on the Pit­ tsburgh Pirates and Steelers. Joann is not the only child of Henry and Lourdes Bentz to go to college. While at headquarters. Brother Bentz provided Red Campbell with a photo of his son. Shirley displays freshly baked bread and doughnuts. Can't Beat the Food On the Harry Fisher Gerald Shirley^ an SIU Steward Baker, recently provided the Seafarers LOG with photographic proof of the culinary accomplish­ ments of the galley gang on the Harry Fisher. The group that keeps the crew of the Maersk Line vessel happy are pictured in photo at right. From left to right they are Steward Baker Gerald Shirley, Steward Assistant Omar Omar, Assistant Cook David Collison, Steward Assistants Genevieve Morris and Timmy Cyprus and Chief Cook Billy Gigante. Gigante (left) and Collison bring another tray of lobster tails to the serving line. �miiim Final DEEP SEA JOHN F.HALL JR. JULIUS BOCALA JohnF. Hall Jr., 64, passed away Jan­ uary 18. He was bom in Hahira, GA and served in the Army Air Corps from 1943 to 1947. After joining the union in Savannah, GA in December 1955, Seafarer Hall sailed in the engine department. His first ship was the Oregon Naviga­ tion. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1979 and 1985. Brother Hall was ship­ ping from the port of Jackson­ ville, FL at the time of his death. Julius Bocaia, 78, passed away December 9, 1989. The Philip­ pines native joined the Seafar­ ers in August 1947 in the port of New York. He worked in the steward department. Brother Bocaia retired in June 1971. JAMES W. CANARD James W. Canard, 74, died February 23. Bom in Missis­ sippi, the deck de­ partment veteran joined the union in February 1951 in the port of New York. Brother Canard started collecting his pension in October 1982. EDWARD S. FAIRFIELD Edward S. Fair­ field, 81. pas.sed away Feb­ ruary 5. The Phila­ delphia native served in the Marines from 1930 to 1934. He started his engine department career when he joined the SIU in April 1953 in the port of New York. Brother Fairfield began receiving his pension in Au­ gust 1974. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth. HOWARD F. FOREMAN Howard F. Fore­ man, 67, died De­ cember 16, 1989. Bom in Clarence, MO, Brother Foreman joined the Marine Cooks and Stew­ ards, prior to its merger with the SIU, in May 1953 in the port of San Francisco. He re­ tired in January 1986. His wife, Dorothy, survives him. LUIS G. GONZALEZ Luis G. Gonzalez, 69, passed away Febmary 25. The Texas native joined the SIU in Au­ gust 1947 in the port of New York. He continued his engine departhient career when he , joined District 2 MEBA in 1968. Brother Gonzalez started to collect his pension in Sep­ tember 1985. HOYT L. HACKNEY Hoyt L. Hackney, 72, died March I. Bom in Arkansas^ Brother Hackney joined the Seafarers in Septem­ ber 1951 in the port of Galves­ ton, TX. He was a member of the black gang. He is survived by his wife, Edith. TOMMY JENKINS Tommy Jenkins, 87, died January 30. The charter member joined the Seafarers in January 1939 in the port of Mobile, AL. Brother Jenkins worked in the galley gang before retiring in January 1968. His wife, Taletha, survives him. KERMITA. KNUTSON Kermit A. Knutson, 82, passed away Feb­ mary 18. The Wis­ consin na­ tive joined the SIU in June 1944 in the port of Baltimore. He sailed in the steward depart­ ment. Brother Knutson retired in January 1973. FRANK C.KUMIEGA Frank C. Kumiega, 68, died March 14. Bom in WilkesBarre, PA, he served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. Brother Kumiega shipped in the steward depart­ ment after joining the SIU in December 1949 in the port of New York. He started drawing his pension in Febmary 1980. WOODROW W. LAWTON Woodrow W. Lawton, 73, passed away Febmary 19. The Georgia native was a charter member, joining the union in November 1938 in the port of Savannah. Brother Lawton upgraded to Recertified Bosun during 1975 at Piney Point. He retired in March 1987. He is survived by his wife, Delores. ELTON W. LOW Elton W. Low, 71, died Jan­ uary 10. He served in the Army from 1942 to 1958. Brother. Low joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in August 1974 in his native Seattle before the union merged with the SIU. He began collecting his pension in September 1981. His wife, Mary, survives him. department and sailed from the port of Jacksonville before retiring in December 1988. WOODROW W. McDANIEL JOHN D. MOORE Woodrow W. McDaniel, 77, passed away March 6. Bom in Winona, WV, he served in the Navy from 1942 to 1944. Brother McDaniel joined the Seafarers in January 1952 in the port of Baltimore. The engine depart­ ment veterari's first ship was the Sea Cliff. He joined Dis­ trict 2 MEBA in 1967. Heretired in June 1972. He is survived by his wife, Virginia. John D. Moore, 68, died De­ cember 23, 1989. The Louisi­ ana native served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1939 to 1945. He joined the union in November 1951 in the port of New York. Brother Moore up­ graded to Recertified Bosun in 1975 at the Lundeberg School. He started collecting his pen­ sion in November 1986. JOHN P. "BUD" McGORIAN John P. "Bud" McGorian, 68, died March 20 in San Fran­ cisco. Before coming ashore to own restaurants in San Fran­ cisco and New Mexico, Brother McGorian served as business agent for the Marine Cooks and Stewards. He also sailed as maitre d' and chief steward aboard the President Wilson (American President Lines) and the hospital ship USS Hope when it was under MCS contract. He was buried March 27 at Mt. Tamaipais Cemetery in San Rafael, CA. GEORGE H.MALIN George H. Malin, 64, passed away Jan­ uary 2. Bom in Chicago as George Malinowski, he served in the Army from 1944 to 1946. He joined the union in March 1958 in the port of New York. Brother Malin sailed in the black gang before retiring in November 1985. IRVIN MATTHEWS Irvin Matthews, 69, died Febm­ ary 13. He was bom in Pensacola, FL and served in the Army from 1943 to 1946. Brother Matthews joined the Seafarers in August 1951 in the port of New York. He sailed in the galley gang. He started drawing his pension in October 1985. HERBERT MINICK Herbert Minick, 63, passed away De­ cember 4, 1989 at his home in Jacksonville, FL. He served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. After joining the SIU in March 1969 in the port of San Francisco, he sailed aboard Waterman's Andrew Jackson, named after the president from Brother Minick's native Ten­ nessee. He worked in the deck JOHNR. MURPHY John R. Murphy, 72, passed away Feb­ mary 10. The Balti­ more na­ tive joined the Seafarers in June 1951 in the port of New York. Brother Murphy shipped in the deck department. He re­ tired in December 1983. JOSEPH J. NAWROCKI John J. Nawrocki, 63, died Jan­ uary 18. A native of Peimsylvania, he served in the Army from 1945 to 1946. He joined the union in October 1955 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Nawrocki sailed in the steward department before retiring in May 1984. CHARLES PERKINS Charles Perkins, 80, passed away December 28, 1989. The Alabama native was a charter member of the SIU having joined in December 1938 in the port of Mobile. He sailed with the galley gang until he re­ tired in December 197,1. Brother Perkins is survived by his wife, Inez. JULIUS B.SCHUTTE Julius B. Schutte, 91, died March 9. Bom in Connecticut, he served in the Navy from 1916 to 1919. Brother Schutte joined the SIU in January 1944 in the port of New York. He sailed in the steward depart­ ment and started collecting his pension in January 1964. His wife, Marie, survives him. WILLIE SCOPOLITES Willie Scopolites, 75, passed away January 24. He served in the Army from 1942 to 1945 then joined the Seafarers in his native Mobile in 1961. The steward department veteran began his career with Mobile Towing Company. Brother Scopolites was buried in Pinecrest Cemetery in Mobile. His wife, Lucille, survives him. JOHN W. SAMSEL JohnW. Samsel, 64, passed away Jan­ uary 30. The Con­ necticut native the port of Boston. Brother Samsel sailed in the deck department before retiring in September 1981. A/ :T THEODORE L. SIMONDS Theodore L. Simonds, 66, died March 13. He was bom in New York and joined the Seafarers in April 1943 in the port of New Yoric. Brother Simonds shipped in the deck depart­ ment. He started receiving his pension in March 1975. t m . --'-11. • n~ ^ •- : CARLOS VELEZ Carlos Velez,71, passed away Febmary 13. The Puerto Rico na­ tive joined the union in May 1947 in the port of San Juan, He sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Brother Velez retired in August 1963. His wife, Sal- . vadora, survives him. RAYMOND ROGERS * Raymond Rogers, 65, died December 23, 1989. After serv­ ing in the Navy from 1941 to 1961, the Blofton, FL native joined the union in October 1965 in the port of Jacksonville. He contin­ ued to sail from that port in the deck department until he re­ tired in August 1989. Brother Rogers is survived by his wife, Dorothy. •. - .v INLAND JOHN V. CLEARMAN JohnV. Clearman, 82, died January 28. The native of Monroe, LA served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. He joined the SIU in December 1956 in the port of Mobile, AL. Boatman Clearman sailed in the deck depart­ ment. He started collecting his pension in April 1973. He is siu-vived by his wife, Edwina. HOUSTON E. COOPER Houston E. Coo­ per, 75, passed away Jan­ uary 9. He was bom in CoatUmed on page 30 t• �I.-- : •• a..:': r- ^ ill® .-•••a.. iSAFMiteits m 30 Continued from page 29 Franklinton, LA. Boatman Cooper joined the Seafarers in November 1956 in the port of New Orleans. The engine department veteran retired in August 1973. His wife, Eva Viola, survives him. VITO DI GIOVANNI .,1 Vito Di Giovanni, 77, died Februaiy 27. He joined the union in May 1956 in his native New Orleans. Boatman Di Giovanni sailed in the deck department. He started drawing his pension in January 1973. OTTO M. FELKER OttoM. Felker, 81, passed away March 3. The Pen­ nsylvania native joined the SIU in November 1956 in the port of Baltimore. He was a veteran of the galley gang. Boatman Felker retired in August 1976. He is survived by his wife, Ruth. FRANK FLETCHER Frank Fletcher, 67, died February 11. Bom near Mc Coll, SC, he served in the Navy from 1939 to 1942. Boatman Fletcher joined the Seafarers in June 1961 in the port of Philadelphia. He sailed,in the deck department on McAlister Brothers vessels. He retired in January 1986. His wife, Catherine, survives him. #:• Vr" '• ._,/ •.\N - •••. • - »'• /• .* ••AHV':; V;V-: • :.V>\ i • • JIMMIEA.MOODY •tr.;, Jimmie Moody, 61, passed away Feb­ ruary 26. Bom in Theodore, AL, he joined the union in Au­ gust 1956 in the port of Mo­ bile. During his deck department career, he worked for Ideal Cement and Gulf Ma­ rine companies. Boatman Moody attended the 1984 In­ land Conference at Piney Point. He retired in December ji. f • • ••• !\ • ' !i) - i/i . 11 1986. His wife, Mamie Lee, survives him. KENNETH R.POSEY Kenneth R. Posey, 60, died Febmary 24. He was borrt in Marbury, MD and served in the Army from 1951 to 1953. After joining the union in Sep­ tember 1973 in the port of Piney Point, Boatman Posey shipped on Steuart Transporta­ tion vessels.He was an active member at the time of his death. EARL E. TALBOTT Earl E. Talbott, 63, passed away March 1. After serving in the Army from 1944 to 1946, the Florida native started his SIU deck career in the deep sea division in April 1948 in the port of New York. Boatman Talbott acquired his inland book in 1964 in Port Arthur, TX and sailed in both divisions until he retired in August 1988. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School during 1974. '"i •CK • This is a summary of the Annual Report for the SIU PD-PMA Supplemental Benefits Fund [Employer Identification No. 94-1431246, Plan No. 501] for the year ended July 31,1989. The annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Retirement IncomeSecurity Act of 1974 (ERISA). Basic Financial Statement Benefits under the plan are provided by a trust arran­ gement. Plan expenses were $7,667,835. These ex­ penses included $226,549 in administrative expenses and $7,441,286 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. A total of 1,588 persons were par­ ticipants in or beneficiaries of the plan at the end of the plan year, although not all of these persons had yet earned the right to receive benefits. The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $2,793,303 as of July 31, 1989, compai^ to $2,646,335 as of the beginning of the plan year. During the plan year the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $146,968. The plan had total income of $7,814,803 including employer con­ tributions of $7,449,935, earnings from investments of $308,840, and other income of $56,028. Your Rights to Additional Information You have the right to receive a copy of the full Annual Report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. An accountant's report; 2. Assets held for investments; 3. Transactions in excess of five percent (5%) of the fund assets. To obtain a copy of the full Annual Report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of the Flan Administrator, SIU PD-PMASupplemental Benefits Fund, 522 Harrison Street, San Francisco, CA 94105. Telephone number: (415) 495-6882. You also have the legally protected right to examine the Annual Report at the main office of the Plan, 522 Harrison Street,San Francisco, CA 94105, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C. or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Elepaitment of Labor should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, N5507 Pension and Welfare Benefit Administration U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20210 GREAT LAKES JAMES A. BROCK James A. Brock, 72, died March 5. The St. Peter, MN na­ tive served in the Navy from 1945 to 1946. Brother Brock joined the SIU in Febmary 1974 in the port of Duluth, MN. He sailed in the deck department on American Steamship Com­ pany vessels. He was an active member at the time of his death. JOSEPH FURMAN Joseph ^ , Furman, 70, passed away De­ cember 18,1989. He was bom in Amsterdam, NY and served in the Army from 1941 to 1945. Brother Furman shipped in the deck department on Great Lakes Dredge and Dock ves­ sels after joining the Seafarers in August 1961 in the port of Buffalo, NY. He started draw­ ing his pension in May 1981. HOWARD HANSON Howard Hanson, 63, died Feb­ ruaiy 28. The native of Iron River, WI served in the Army from 1950 to 1952. He joined the union in September 1977 in the port of Duluth, MN. He was an active member when he passed away. Cancer Claims Life of David Tellez David Tellez, 50, died of can­ cer Febru­ ary 27 at Lutherian Hospital in Brooklyn. Bom in Ponce, PR, Tellez graduated in August 1959 from the Andrew Fumseth Training School in New York. His first vessel was the S.S. Rose Knot with Suwanee Steamship Com­ pany. He upgraded in 1965 and 1979, becoming a Recertified Summary Annual Report for the SIU PD-PMA Supplemental Benefits Fund Bosun. His last job was on the Sea-Land shoregang in Port Eliza­ beth, NJ. Tellez had a strong history of volunteering for union activities. He hit the bricks in many picket lines from the 1961 New York Harbor beef to the more recent Sonat/Maritrans beef. Tellez is survived by his wife, Martha, and two sons, Raymond and David Jr. as well as his brother, Augie, assistant vice president of the SIU. Tellez was buried March 2 in the Greenwood Cemetery, Brooklyn. Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accounts every year, which is to be sub­ mitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the member­ ship, makes examination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissent­ ing reports, specific recommenda­ tions and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are ad­ ministered in accordance with the provisions of various, trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management repre­ sentatives and Uieir altemates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust fiinds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trus­ tees. All trust fund financial records are available at the head­ quarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as con­ tain^ in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Ap­ peals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Ap­ peals Board. :• ' ' " CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contract rights properly, they should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG has traditionally refrained from publishing any ar­ ticle serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, of­ ficer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This estab­ lished policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the Sep­ tember 1960 meetings in all con­ stitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to cany out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no cir­ cumstances should any member pay any money for any reason un­ less he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are avail­ able in all Union halls. All mem>ers should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitu­ tional right or obligation by any methods such asdealing with char­ ges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify head­ quarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any mem­ bers feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union head­ quarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL AC­ TIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to fur­ ther its objects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and fur­ thering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employ­ ment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connec­ tion with such objects. SPAD sup­ ports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job dis­ crimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a con­ dition of membership in the Union or of employment. If acontribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for in­ vestigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A mem­ ber should support SPAD to protect and further his economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or infor­ mation, he should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by cer­ tified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Sprites, MD 20746. �uMml0 ihoMmti^ to Im^im M SIM^fSIU Memhors oml •;May-July 1990 • ' The foltci^ing is the current course schedule for May-July 1990 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship; ' ^ The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's needs. PLEASE NOTE: All members'are required to take firefighting when attending the Lundebe/^ School. July 20 Allfitudents must take the Od Spdl Prevention and Cpp^nment class pripr^ to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course., y' July5 May 14 Marine Electrical Maintenance July 23; Sef^mber 14 Diesel En^ne Technology June 8 May 14 July 20 Pumproom Maintenance & Operations June 11 July 20 ReArigeration Maint. & Operations June 11 All students in the Engine Department will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. Deik Upending CotirsBi 1990 Adult idutafion Schedule Check-In Date Dale May28 Jitfy23 Augu^Sl All students rnust take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Lifeboatnuui May 14 May 25 June I I June 22 ;j«SiS2 July 9 Juiy'20 V. ShiphandHng SiiniMiitor May 21 May 31 ® iRSi'S June 25 July 6 Celestial NaVi^tion May? Jane 8 ... ': Limited License June 11 August 1? Upon completion of courise, the Sealift Operations & Maintenance cdurs^ must be taken. Course AbleSeanpn Steward Upgrading Courses Check-In Completion Course Date Date All open-ended (contact admisskMis Assistant Coidr, Cook and Baker (rflice for starting date) Chief Cook, Chief Steward All students in the Steward Program will have a two-week Sealift Famil­ iarization class at the end of their regular course. SHISS (allege Fragram Sehedule hr 1990 FULL 8-week Scs^ous May, 28 throng Jidy 20 (Firsi) Address. (City) Telephone. (Zip Code) '• yy. "yy May 14 May 18 July 9 July 13 July 23 July 27 Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must be taken. No • NoQ CPR: • Yes No • " (Area Code)" With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You must also submit a COPY of the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, as well as, a COPY of your clinic card. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule until this is received. VESSEL RATING HELD DATE SHIPPED DATE OF DISCHARGE Book #. Social Security #. ;• • :V; DepartmenL Seniority Veteran of U.S. Armed Forces: • Yes • No U.S. Citizen: • Yes • No ^ SIGNATUREL I Am interested in the Following Course(s) Checked Below or Indicated Here if Not Listed Endorsement(s) or License(s) Now Held. Are you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: • Yes • No (If yes, fill in below) Trainee Program: Fronu to Last grade of school completed. (dales allended) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses: • Yes •No (if yes, fill in below) Course(s) Taken. Oil Spill Preventiwi & Containment (1 wedr) Primary Language Spoken. Mo./Day/Year Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your applica­ tion will not be processed. Home Port Completion Date July2 Oil Spill Course Firefighting: • Yes (Street) (State) Check-In Date May 28 Course Steward Recertification Date Available for training _ Date of Birth- (Middle) KecertUicatiott Programs • Yes Upgndiag Upplkation (Last) w Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement; SEAFARERS HARRY LUNDEBERG SCHOOL OF SEAMANSHIP Name- The Adult Education courses of Adult Basic Education (ABE), High School Equivalency (GED) and English As A Second Language (ESL) are six weeks in length. Check-In Completion Course ' Date Date September 8 Hi^ Scho(d Equivalency (Gpi) July 30 September 7 Adult Basic Education (ABE) July 30 September 7 English as a Second Language (ESL) July 30 July 6 ABE/ESL Lifelraat Ih'eparation Course June 18 The Developmental Studies Class (DVS) will be offered one week prior to some of the upgrading classes. June 8 Developmental Studies June 4 July 16 Jnly20 DECK • AB/Sealift • 1st Class Pilot • Third Mate n Radar Observer Unlimited n Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland n Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course ENGINE • FOWt • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) • Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation DATE. • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor n Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems Q Automation • Hydraulics Q Marine Electronics Technician STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility n Cook and Baker • Chief Cook • Chief Steward • Towboat Inland Cook ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding • Ufeboatman (Must be taken with another course) ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Q Adult Basic Education (ABE) O High School Equivalency Program (GED) • Developmental'Studies (DVS) Q English as a Second Language (ESL) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation COLLEGE PROGRAM n Associates in Arts Degree • Certificate Programs No InmporUlioB win be paid oidess you prescat origiiial receipfe BTKI successfully conpktc the conne. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center. Piney Point. MD. 20674 4/90 •'"la iL-f �H' SKM VAWtKltS April 1990 Vtriume 52, Number 4 Roesch's Fitout May Be More of a Roundup mf'%:. ^ 'l' '< m: •i'r, •\i} •^V.! I '.• '• • i ^ ^.V.V ^ : 'T'. • •A -J • \\y\ . , ' ,f'' • .'f X '.; - •,' ••: O';'^ :4 t v'' " -' •' i The "Hanging of the Horns" by the deck department's "bad boys" aboard the William R. Roesch sig­ nifies the start of a new shipping season on the Great Lakes. These are not your typical horns. Yes, the bulk carrier meets U.S. Coast Guard regulations with air horns, foghorns and bullhorns. Yes, the extra set of horns hangs just above the bridge. However, it would be tough to describe the extra set as a s^ety feature, unless the Pringle Transit vessel was being rammed. You see, the extra set of horns aboard the Roesch is from a steer and measures seven feet in length. The horns first made their ap­ pearance last year. Watchman Dave Kole brought the set to the vessel in honor of the ship's cap­ tain, Harlow Anderson of Colorado. "The captain is such a good guy to us that we had to do some^ing for him," Kole said. When Kole rustled the horns in the wild-and-woolly town of Al­ pena, MI, he knew he had to take them to the Roesch. The deck department, nicknamed the "bad boys," worked together to drill holes in the bridge so the horns could preside over the ship. "The horns serve as our flag," Kole said. "When the old man is aboard, the horns are up front. -mm} As Dave Kole steadies the horns, Leonard Scott pulls out the pliers to tighten some bolts. With the horns finally in place, the Roesch "bad boys" are ready for anotherl season. From the left are Conveyorman Don Pinkowski, Deckhand Ray Bennick, Watchman Tom Hocking, Wheelman John Kernohan, Watchman Leonard Scott, Watchman Dave Kile and Ordinary Seaman Jack Chapin. When the season ends, we take them down until the next season." With the holes already in place, the process of getting the horns up to the bridge and positioning them takes about one hour. Once the horns are in place, the crew goes back to the business of preparing the vessel for the 1990 Great Lakes shipping season. For the future, crewmembers are thinking about adopting the term "round up" rather than "fitout" for the start of a new season. ^Watchman Leonard Scott takes care of the seven-foot horns while other members of the crew gather the tools needed to hang the set on the bridge of the Pringle Transit ^ vessel. 18-Year-Old Missing for 2 Years St I;. P-Vv.-^ IjpV-'- itt <.':>• V'.'-V ms Loredana Elena Balu as she ap­ peared in a photo taken two years ago. Wk- The SIU has joined with the Na­ tional Center for Missing and Exploited Children in a photo distribution campaign of young people who have been reported as missing. Over the past several months, the SIU has published photos of missing children compiled by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Surprisingly, an overwhelming majority of the cases handled by the center do not involve abductions by strangers. Rather, they deal with children who have been kidnapped by fami­ ly members or children who have run away on their own accord. h^x- W'S ft' Wk: I;r O- • ; • m• I- -i. « m -. ;i 3 ^ I'l Watchman Dave Kole, who originally brought the steer's horns to the Roesch, is set to begin work to hang them for another season. Loredana Elena Balu is a typical case. Missing since 1988, the child left home while staying with friends of the family in San An­ tonio, TX. She had just turned 16, and her parents have not seen her since. Because many runaway teenagers do not possess marketable skills, they are at high risk of being exploited. Some wind up living on the streets, running drugs or selling their bodies. It is a national tragedy. Anyone having information about Loredana Elena Balu should contact the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. She sometimes goes by the name Dana, Lora or Michelle, and she has a birthmark behind her ear. There are some scars on her forehead, and her light brown hair was dyed black when she was last seen. The number of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children is 1-800-843-5678. If anyone knows the whereabouts of Loredana, they may also call the San Antonio, TX Police Depart­ ment, Missing Persons Unit at 1512-299-7484 or their local FBI office. Summary Annual Report for the SIU PD-PMA Supplemental Benefits Fund — Page 26 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource April 1990 Description An account of the resource Headlines: COMMODITY INTERESTS SEEK TO SCUTTLE U.S. SHIPPING MARAD HEAD ISNSISTS ON U.S. SHIP ROLE IN SOVIET PACT SIU GOV'T SERVICES DIVISION WINS MSCPAC PAY BEEF FIRE ON BAHAMA-FLAG SHIP ENDS IN 200 DEATHS BUTCHER NAMED TO TRANSCOM, DONOVAN NEW HEAD OF MSC HOUSE PANEL REVIEWING COST OF DOUBLE HULLS/BOTTOMS SIU COOKS CAPTURE FAMED CULINARY PRIZE ADVANCED FIREFIGHTING COURSE ADDED TO SIU SCHOOL AGENDA SIU STANDS BY IAM IN YEAR-LONG BEEF ILA LEADER DIES AFTER LONG ILLNESS BYRON KELLEY NAMED TO GREAT LAKES COMMISSION TRAVELLING UNION SCHOOL TEAM HOLDS TRAINING ON BELLATRIX KARACZYNSKI TO CYCLE ACROSS UNITED STATES COLLISION AVOIDANCE RADAR STUDY IS PART OF SIU SCHOOL CURRICULUM TWELVE SIU STEWARDS STUDY FOR TOP RATING MV OMAR AND MV JUSTINE ROGERS PASS THROUGH ST. LOUIS UNION SHOWS SOLIDARITY WITH GREYHOUND STRIKERS TURNER JOINS HEADQUARTERS GOVERNMENT RELATIONS DEP'T GREAT LAKES SEAFARERS PREPARE SHIPS FOR SEASON ACTIVITY IS NON-STOP ON THE USNS MERCURY TWO OLD-TIMERS LIVING IN UTAH DROP BY SIU HEADQUARTERS CAPTAIN RAKYTA'S ART WORK IS A CHANCE TO 'CREATE' THE FARM LOBBY VS. WHAT'S BEST FOR AMERICA EXXON VALDEZ SKIPPER CLEARED BY JURY OF CRIMINAL CHARGE AS SUMMER NEARS, SIU FAMILIES LOOK TO PINEY POINT VACATIONS SCENES FROM THE SIU'S MOBILE HALL BENTZ VISITS DAUGHTER IN COLLEGE IN MARYLAND ROESCH'S FITOUT MAY BE MORE OF A ROUNDUP 18 YEAR OLD MISSING FOR 2 YEARS Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 4/1/1990 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 52, No. 4 1990 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/9bf9c45f63d06e9877a27322aae2760d.PDF 00372022c9e6277edd583ec9f36e5879 PDF Text Text Pages - ..', >,{• • "V'"->.^«'''r, SEAEiREMBS J -h„i _ -y Volume 52, Number 5 Subsidy-Swollen Grain Dealers f- l-v ^ :'-i- May 1990 ! ! i Getting Rid of Cargo Preferenc Would Enable Agribusiness to Use their Own Foreign-Flag Shi —Result: More and More Pro In Their Pockets at U.S. Expen scxj (/30 5>i-' -H> 000>i2 •-« TIHA C/lOo m-< OHs: -• —rc/3t-tc. mOc/O O-H • £y0;2O HC/3;ID >, • • •-Hh-* 2:0 • • ' J- "i; vn,-i' •• • A: ; /'fr': :;Ms: '• \;.t -\V: • 'm t • V #:K i •K-. • f 'i. m. •t' .' i'J •I k ti.r --,r. B -.LA-.A _| �;.;'• sr>^Md--V; 7' ••' . :. -/A . 2 ,€''•- :fAAAA: '• Presidents Report •-'ili-lia'' "--'I*'','. J, ^ AAA A , MA- - '• A -il -i, : >,>4 .• • ' ?«• • =. •.; ' ••.riOVi- i'ii- mm. I'v'''":;; '' "/v.v.:Vn. A" .„-|;,y,:„.:„ .V '.•• J' V" WM m ,v ... ' -C' •f ••;• .•^" •••' " .K- • - ••'.•?• -•"•• .<!•;,' '' f ' -"•'^ •' .'T' '• A Fight that Didn't Have to Be There is a major struggle going on in the Congress that pits two vital national assets against each other. Certain farm interests, mostly the giant grain dealers, are working overtime to scuttle the American-flag shipping fleet. The sad thing about this fight is that it should not have happened and probably would not have if it weren't for the short-sighted, uncon­ trollable greed of the grain dealers. For our part, we always haive acknowledged the importance of farmers to our national well-being, and we firmly believe that it is in the national interest for the govemment to provide them with the necessary support to work their farms successfully. Farmers, likewseamen, must struggle against all kinds of elements that make their livelihoods uncertain, like destruc­ tive weather conditions and the competition of their foreign counterparts who often are aided by their govemments' favorable policies. And both farmers and seamen need support from their own govemment in order to fulfill their role in the national economy and security. To understand the current problem and get it in its right perspective, you have to separate the working farmer and his family — the producers who work the farms and constantly struggle to make a go of it — from the big grain merchants, the guys who take the farms' produce and pull off the big deals that net them millions and billions of dollars. The current beef really had its origins in 1985 when the American agricultural com­ munity had a problem resulting from the mas­ sive decrease in the U.S. share of the world's commercial wheat and flour exports. The nation's farm lobby then asked Con­ gress for help in regaining their share of the world's export trade, pointing out that foreign governments made it a practice to subsidize their farm exports in one maimer or another. During that time, the Department of Agriculture had ignored the cargo preference requirement on one of its export programs, and the Transportation Institute sued to force the Department to observe the law. The U.S. district court upheld the Transportation In­ stitute and ruled that all forms of governmentgenerated aid cargoes, whether of an outrightdonation nature or a quasi-commercial nature, should be subject to the nation's cargo preference laws. It was against this background during the debate on Ae 1985 Food Security Act, the title for the farm bill, that representatives of the agricultural and maritime communities, includ­ ing the SIU, met and worked out a com­ promise that enabled farm exports to expand Vo/ume 52, Number 5 and provide increased cargoes for the U.S.flag fleet. The agreement, incorporated in the farm bill, exempted certain government initia­ tives— like the Export Enhancement Program designed to increase exports from cargo preference. In return for tWs concession to the farm groups, the carriage of other taxpayersupported food aid cargoes on U.S.-flag ships was to be increased from 50 percent to 75 per­ cent. This pact proved that reasonable parties can come together and work out an arrangement that is not only in the best interests of the groups involved, but also of significant value to the national interest. The benefits of the '85 compromise to American agriculture and U.S. shipping are now in jeopardy as the Congress debates the renewal of the farm bill because a few sharp shooters among the grain traders believe the farm export programs should continue full blast without the cargo preference requirement. In attempting to wipe out cargo preference, the giant grain interests have argued that if they could avoid the cargo preference laws and ship on foreign-flag vessels they could save some money that could be used by the beneficiaiy nations to buy more grain. What :^v; they didn't count on was the argument that if ships can be obtained on the foreign market, so can agricultural products. And that's what some members of Congress are calling for. Congressmen have argued if this country's aid dollars can go to cheap-labor, foreign-flag ships, we can likewise go out and buy grain at a lower cost from other nations. (For the record, these grain giants in 1989 benefitted from a $7.2 billion taxpayer subsidy for their agricultural export programs, com­ pared to the $336 million which the American shipping industry was supported with in the same time period.) The Seafarers LOG has been digging into every aspect of the big taxpayer-supported grain deals, and it has come up with some shocking discoveries which appear elsewhere in this issue. Its findings reveal an amazing greed by some of the fattest cats in America and in the world. As I said, this is a fight that didn't have to be. But the grain merchants have elected to try to replace the American flag on the high seas with the banner of Panama and other labor-exploiting, flag-of-convenience ships. They chose the course and we are going to fight them with every resource this union has. Commission Studies U.S.-Canada Biiaterai Trade on Great Lakes The Great Lakes Commission will be monitor­ ing the maritime actions of the European Com­ munity (EC) to determine if U.S. and Canadian-flag vessels will be locked out of the internal market when Europe's countries merge into a combined market in 1992, The commission decided to watch what hap­ pens in Europe rather than take any action during its biennial meeting in Montreal last month. Dis­ cussion of a possible bilateral trade agreement was part of an agenda that included action against an invasion of zebra mussels on the Great Lakes and various research and development grants. The U.S.-based group wants to be prepared to lobby American and Canadian officials to negotiate a bilateral treaty limiting cargo between the two countries to vessels flagged by those nations if the EC does prevent other nations from moving its cargo internally. Earlier this year, the Maritime Trades Depart­ ment (MTD) of the AFL-CIO called for a bilateral trading agreement to reserve the cargoes of the U.S. and Canada between the two nations to vessels flagged by the two countries. MTD rep­ resentatives pointed out such agreements already exist between Australia and New Zealand. The MTD consists of 42 national and international maritime-related labor unions. May 1990 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFLCIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSC Prince Georges, MD 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to die Seafarers LOG, 5201 Audi Way, Canqi Springs, MD 20746. ' ?• ^ •.^. :A President, Michael Sacco; Secretary-Treasurer, Joseph DIGiorgio; Execu­ tive Vice President, Joseph Sacco; Vice President Collective Bargaining, Angus "Red" Campbell; Vice President Adantic Coast, Jack CafTey; Vice President Gulf Coast, Thomas Glidewell; Vice President West Coast, George McCartney; Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters, John Fay; Vice President Govenunent Service, Roy "Buck" Mercer. Communications Department Director, Jessica Smith; Associate Editors, Daniel Duncan and Max Hall; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene. Commission member Byron Kelley noted the commission has "to be poised to act if our fleets become threatened by the standardization of the EC cabotage policy." Kelley, SIU assistant vice president for the Great Lakes and inland waters, said such a proposal to limit the U.S.-Canadian trade across the Great Lakes would be used only as a last resort. At this time, cargo transportation between EC nations is considered international trade and can be moved by any nation's ships. However, the proposal being discussed by EC negotiators would limit such movements to nations belonging to the EC. The commission wants to protect U.S. and Canadian shipping interests in case Europe shuts them out without eliminating shipping rights for nations not belonging to the EC. The Great Lakes Commission was created in 1955 to promote the development of the water resources of the Great Lakes basin. It is com­ prised of business, governmental and labor rep­ resentatives from the states and Canadian provinces bordering the Great Lakes. There has been a great deal of talk about form­ ing a single European-flag registry but that has not been flnalized. Itedex to LOG Features ,:^o^=Ndtice^ Dispatchers'Rqmrf/DeepSea Dispatchers'ReportMind Dispatchers'Report/Great Lakes Final Di^artures ;Kiiow.Your.Ri^;; ladterstotheEditor Lundidierg School Application Lundeberg School Course Schedule LundbergSidiooi Graduates .. . . . . .^^Dates .. ... Dage . 26 . . 16 . _ .. 18 18 .^25 •^F:26. .. 17 «•• •. . ^ vv'-M . . 16 PMiswIiers ........... • _ . ^^n........... . ^^15 P^jwonals ..... . ^ • • • • • • • • • • . . 16 .19-21 UinmHrilDireclory .. v. . . , .. . . . 18 �•I. •; mtf. mYim SlU-Manned Bay Ship Co. Wins mc Bid The Military Sealift Command (MSG) has awarded a five year operating and maintenance con­ tract to Bay Ship Management for all of the militaiy agency's fast sealift ships. The SlU-contracted company won the award after a bidding procedure outlined by MSG. In the past three years, Bay Ship Management held the contract to manage four of the vessels, while International Marine Carriers (IMG)—also an SlU-contracted company—operated the other four. The award means that SIU un­ licensed crews can continue to work onboard the eight fast sealift ships, despite the transfer of four of the vessels from the operations of one company to another. Bay Ship Management currently operates the USNS Altair, USNS Denebola, USNS Pollux and USNS Regulus. IMG, from 1987 until this coming August, manages the USNS Algol, USNS Antares, USNS Bellatrix and USNS Gapella. SIU Vice President of Collec­ tive Bargaining Angus "Red" Campbell said the switch from IMG to Bay Ship Management for the latter four vessels should begin some time in August. Campbell also noted SIU crewmembers aboard the IMG fast sealift ships do not have to get off when the management transfer oc­ curs. One change in the contract goveming the working conditions on all eight fast sealift ships concems the number of SIU members that will be onboard when the ves­ sels are in reserve operational status, known as ROS. In the future, an unlicensed crew of 11, rather than the four called for now, will be aboard during ROS status. A contingent of 26 SIU members will crew the vessels when they are involved in Naval operations. The fast sealift ships are the largest and fastest vessels in the MSG Strategic Sealift Forces. They were purchased by the government from Sea-Land in the 1980s and converted with special features to make them suitable for rapid deployment and discharge of military equipment. Their primary mission is to pro­ vide rapid lift capacity for unit equipment to support any military deployment. The eight ships are 946 feet long and capable of speeds in excess of 30 knots. They are able to load and unload cargo in places lacking normal port facilities. When not in operation, the ves­ sels are docked in Violet, La.; Gal­ veston, Texas; Jacksonville, Fla.; Norfolk, Va. and Bayonne, N.J. The ships, originally out of the yards and employed by Sea-Land in 1973, are now named after some of the brightest stars in the galaxy. ' • • : /•. •*':^. -• Farm Bill Debate Heats Up In the House Grain Lobby Seeks to End Use of U.S. Ships in Food Aid Program Farm belt legislators opposed to cargo preference are rearing their heads in the U.S. House of Repre­ sentatives in an attempt to exclude the provision from the 1990 farm bill making its way through the Gongress. Despite being stymied during committee deliberations, mem^rs in both the House and Senate plan to challenge new legis­ lation on their respective floors. Already sniping has begun in subcommittee hearings but no amendments to eliminate or crip­ ple the law that calls for carriage of 75 percent of U.S. govemmentgenerated agricultural cargoes be shipped on American-flag bottoms have been passed. Chairman Blocks Amendmoits Opponents to the provision were prepared to offers amend­ ments to lower the allowed per­ centage, if they could not eliminate the program entirely, dining a May 9 markup, a process to change or correct pieces of legislation before a final vote, of the House Agricul­ ture Gommittee. However, Ghairman E. "Kika" de la Garza (D-Texas) announced he would not accept any amendments to the farm bill that would send it to another committee for review. (Procedural rules in the House allow an amendment offered in one committee that falls into the juris­ diction of another to be taken up in both panels.) Late last month, Gongressman Pat Roberts (R-Kan.) said at a sub­ committee meeting that Gongress­ man Fred Grandy (R-Iowa) would offer cargo preference amend­ ments at the full committee meet­ ing. However, Ghairman Walter Jones (D-N.G.) of the House Mer­ chant Marine and Fisheries Gom­ mittee announced his committee would have to study the bill should such amendments pass. Grandy never offered his proposals. Big Grain Interests Warned Gongressman Sam Gejdenson (D-Gonn.), chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Intemational Economic Policy and Trade, rebuffed attacks on cargo preference during his subcommit­ tee hearings by asking agricultural witnesses if money could be saved by purchasing foreign grain and shipping it on American bottoms rather than purchasing U.S. grain and moving it on foreign-flag ves­ sels. "I would be careful in the cost saving end of it because shippers come back and tell us they can buy grain cheaper in other countries sometimes and ship those grains," Gejdenson warned."This is a good program that meets American na­ tional interests and our desire to do some good, and that reaches a number of sectors." Another attack on cargo pre­ ference was turned back during a Gejdenson subcommittee hearing when Ann Veneman, undersecre­ tary for intemational affairs and commodity programs in the De- partment of Agriculture, said the Bush administration stated in a let­ ter last year that "cargo preference should remain as it is." Gongress­ man Doug Bereuter (R-Iowa) was so upset that he blurted, "I did not know that the administration has sold out on the issue." Committee Review Not Completed However, the chances to attack the bill in committee are not over. The House Foreign Affairs Gom­ mittee still must review the foreign trade sections of the farm bill. It is not known if cargo preference op­ ponents will offer amendments when the committee meets. On the Senate side of the Gon­ gress, the upper chamber is bracing for a floor attack by Senator Rich­ ard Lugar (R-Ind.) and others on cargo preference after they were unable to do so in the committee process. As in the House, if the bill had been amended by Lugar's pro­ posals, the legislation would have had to go to the Senate Gommerce Gommittee for study. The cargo preference legisla­ tion providing for 75 percent of govemment-generated food aid to be carried on U.S.-flag vessels was enacted in 1985 as a compromise between maritime and agricultural interests. It was incorporated into the Food Security Act and sup­ ported by a majority of the Gon­ gress. Prior to 1985, the amount allocated through cargo preference legislation to U.S.-flag vessels was set at 50 percent. M:..a SIU Begins Crewing 9 MSC Tankers Seafarers are turning to across the world crewing nine Military Sealift Gommand (MSG) tankers that are being operated by Intema­ tional Marine Carriers (IMG), an SlU-contracted company. The nine military tankers repre­ sent new work for members of the SIU. Before IMG won the govemment contract to operate the vessels a couple months ago, the ships were managed by Marine Transport Lines, a company with a ^- SIU members march up the gangway to crew the Sealift Carib­ bean, one of the nine sealift tankers now being manned by the SIU. For more photos of SIUmem­ bers on the two ships, see page 26. - 'V"T- ;t .: collective bargaining agreement with the National Maritime Union (NMU)—the unlicensed seamen's union that merged with a licensed engineers group to form District Number! MEBA/NMU. MSG contracts with private shipping companies to operate and maintain many of the vessels in its fleet. The government agency awards the management contracts after a bidding process. MSG awarded the five-year operating -.-•a v. contract for the nine sealift tankers, to IMC after reviewing the proposals of a number of ship management companies. j The tum-over of the vessels to IMG from Marine Transport Lines began earlier this month with the Sealift Caribbean and Sealift In­ dian Ocean, both operating out of Galveston. IMG will be assuming responsibility for the other vessels throughout this month and the summer. SIU bosuns Paul "Red" King, who boarded the Sealift G^bbean, and Leggette "Jonsie" Jones, on the Sealift Indian Ocean, expressed enthusiasm for their crews. The union's assistant vice president based in the Gulf area. Dean Gorgey, reported the crewing of the two tankers was going smoothly. "Both ships have full SIU crews aboard and they started to work immediately upon boarding." "The crews are working to make these SIU ships — clean and ship­ shape from top to bottom," Gorgey said. The vessels transport Department of Defense refined petroleum products worldwide. They also pro­ vide support for Navy fleets and con­ duct refueling-at-sea operations for the military. f;? Iii �i;. SOfAREK Cargo Sharing Urged in U^S./USSR Ship Pact -\ -•i- hp , ; ,1 '• 'J-'iI ; "\ 'r-'-'H tm' •':: ;X;; -• S4I •' ': ". 1' • '>' • • -^|:V: li • ' 4:: %^'v. As the American negotiating team began discussions with their Soviet counterparts in the middle of this month, SRJ President Michael Sacco called on President George Bush to ensure a cargo sharing pro­ vision in the maritime agreement be­ tween the two powers. (It is expected that the details of the Soviet/American maritime agreement will be released late this month in conjunction with the visit of Soviet President Mikhail Gor­ bachev to the United States.) Sacco urged Bush to direct the American team to "bargain hard on the side of U.S. interests" and come home with a provision in the agreement that would allocate a portion of the cargoes between the two nations to the flag-vessels of each country. In prior sessions, an allocation of one-third for the So­ viet fleet and one-third for Ameri­ can-flag ships had been suggested. Sacco accused some members of the American negotiating team to the maritime talks of going to the table "lacking a determination to win provisions of benefit to Amer­ ican shipping, while at the same time being ready to comply with Soviet demands." He said an American/Soviet maritime agreement "without a cargo sharing provision will leave the United States with virtually nothing, while the Soviet Union will leave the negotiating table with a greater share of our crosstrades, access to more U.S. ports and carriage of as much of the sub­ sidized American grain cargoes as they may desire." Sacco suggested the maritime negotiators take a cue from the re­ cently negotiated grain deal be­ tween the two countries that requires the Soviets to purchase at least 10 million tons of agricultural commodities per year from the United States. "We believe that any agreement negotiated by the governments of the United States and the Soviet Union should be mutually beneficial to the people ofthose two nations. To be mean­ ingful, a maritime agreement must have specific beneficial provisions to the U.S. shipping industry," Sacco concluded. Earlier in May, several senators had communicated on the matter with President Bush as well. In a letter signed by John B. Breaux (D-La.), Quentin N. Burdick (DN.D.), Ernest F. Hollings (D-S.C.), Trent Lott (R-Miss.) and Ted Ste­ vens (R-Alaska), the senators noted that a cargo sharing provi­ sion would "at least offer some opportunity for U.S.-flag com­ panies to compete on equal ground" with the Soviets. A cargo sharing arrangement between the Soviet Union and the U.S. has its roots in the Nixon ad­ ministration at the outset of the pol­ icy of detente. In the bilateral maritime agreement negotiated be­ tween the two superpowers in the '70s, cargo was reserved in equal portions of one-third for the mer­ chant marines of both countries. '-i 1';,,•;••: ;-. • -f •i . •o-' , •¥ •: - •y,' • ' •y- DonRotan Don Rotan, MCS Oldtimer, Dies of Cancer Don Rotan, the only editor of the Marine Cooks and Stewards' Stewards News and former West Coast assistant editor for the Seafarers LOG, died of cancer May 4 in San Francisco. The 65-year-old Rotan began a 40-year association with the mer­ chant marine immediately after high school when he went to work as a pantryman aboard the pas­ senger liner Columbia. The next year he was working aboard the Francis W. Pettygrove when it was torpedoed while approaching saved," Kolstad added. "But we the April 7 fire was the third on the Gilbraltar. His report of the German have yet another fear, and that is vessel in five years. During the in­ air force strike, filed when he was without additional authority, we vestigation of the fire two years 19, showed the first signs of his ago, Kqlstad said the NTSB may be unable to investigate a ma­ classic writing style. He provided "learned that this ship had had 10 rine accident that might lead to im­ accidents prior to the 1988 fire, portant safety recommendations." precise ^d colorful details of the including a collision in Tampa The NTSB chairman told the strafing of his convoy, his actions to Bay, a fuel leak, major equipment congressmen if the Scandinavian protect himself and others and the failures and two groundings. Star had been sailing out of an work undertaken to save the ship "We take no satisfaction in American port, loaded with which he and other crewmembers saying that had our recommenda­ American passengers neither the managed to limp to port. Such atten­ tions on the 1988 accident been tion to details and personal reflec­ Continued on page 26 adopted, lives would have been tions followed him throughout his career in the labor press movement. Rotan served in the Navy from 1944 to 1945, then returned to the sea as a merchant mariner. In 1948, he came ashore to work as an or­ ganizer in his native Seattle for the Sailors' Union of the Pacific. He worked with the late Harry Lundeberg to rid communist influences in the maritime labor movement. During this period, he also attended the University of Washington where he majored in journalism. In 1951 Rotan became the Seat­ tle port agent for Marine Cooks and Stewards (MCS), one of the AFL's newest unions. The following year he moved to San Francisco where Congressman John Miller (center) is flanked by SIU members. the MCS had its headquarters to accept the "temporary position" of editor for the newly created Congressman John Miller (Rwould oppose an amendment to the Stewards News. He served as the Wash.) told Seafarers from the port Passenger Act, which forbids only editor during the paper's 27of Seattle that he will continue to foreign-flag ships from carrying year history. When the MCS fight for strong safety conditions passengers between two U.S. ports, merged with the SIU in 1978, Rotan for members of the U.S. merchant for the new facility. joined the staff of the Seafarers marine. "It's a good opportunity to see LOG and wrote for the SIU until he The third term congressman our SPAD money working for us," retired in August 1983. from Seattle spoke with the SIU said Chief Steward Joe Zurick. Rotan helped the MCS in other members at a recent gathering in his "Most people don't have the oppor­ ways. He was a trustee to the district. The members were able to tunity to sit down with a cup of union's pension and welfare funds talk with Miller about several is­ coffee and their congressman to and became the assistant secretarysues affecting them. talk about issues that affect their treasurer in 1977. Following the Miller, a member of the House jobs." merger, he became the San Francis­ Merchant Marine and Fisheries Seafarers who met with Miller co port agent. Committee, said he would continue included Bosun George Vukmir, He is survived by his twin to fight for construction jobs for Zurick, Bosun Larry Watson, Chief brother, Dan. A memorial service American workers at the new facil­ Cook Jack Garton, Seattle Port was held May 12. He was buried in ities in the port of Seattle complex. Agent Bob Hall and Seattle Field Woodlawn Memorial Park in The congressman told Seafarers he Representative Neil Dietz. Colma, Calif. PanelBeginsProbe onForeign Flag Cruise Ship Safety Government and labor wit­ nesses asked Congress to enact new laws that would give U.S. agencies more control over foreign-flag cruise ships loaded with American passengers sailing from U.S. ports of call. The officials were able to present their views last month to an oversight hearing on cruise ship safety by the House Subcommittee on Merchant Marine. The subcom­ mittee held the hearings because of the growing number of accidents and near-disasters involving ves­ sels taking American passengers on pleasure cruises. Nearly 80 per­ cent of the world cruise ships sail from U.S. ports and most of them from Florida. Subcommittee Chairman Walter Jones (D-N.C.) remarked more than 5 million U.S. citizens travel on these ships yearly and business is growing. "The United States Congress cannot, under any circumstances, com­ promise the safety of U.S. citizens," Jones said. Almost all of the speakers noted the hearing took place one week after more than 160 people lost their lifes off the coast of Norway in a fire aboard the Scandinavian Star, which until recently had served as a cruise ship based in Florida. James L. Kolstad, chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), noted reports con­ cerning the accident were almost identical to reports filed by the NTSB two years earlier when the Scadinavian Star caught fire returning to Tampa from a trip to Mexico. Kolstad said survivors of both accidents reported crewmembere being unable to communicate with each other and the passengers, inadequate crew emergency train­ ing, malfunctioning firefighting systems, improper passenger ac­ counting at lifeboat and muster sta­ tions and muchlnpre. Kolstad said '•ii Rep. Miliar Talks Shipping with SiUMen I,::,.-- �V./ ..-'-' ' • .•••• immom 3 Seafarers, 4 SlU Children Win Union Scholarships 'IP ("s •••"51 i'A'" Three Seafarers and four chil­ dren of members have been named the winners of the Seafarers Wel­ fare Plan Scholarship Awards. An impartial panel of educators from across the country selected the seven from the many deserving ap­ plications submitted. The winners, chosen on the basis of their previous academic performance, include: Bosun Christopher J. Gutier­ rez of San Antonio, Texas, twoyear scholarship winner; Chief Steward James F. Mann of Iselin, N.J., two-year scholar­ ship winner; Recertified Steward Janet E. Price of Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., two-year scholarship winner; Todd J. Kuvshinikov of Fairview, Pa., son of Great Lakes member Baisel and his wife Dianne Kuvshinikov, four-year scholarship winner; Tiakka S. Quinn of New Or­ leans, La., daughter of deep sea member George and his wife Onjewel Quinn, four-year scholarship .winner; Eddie Rodriguez of Oakland, . Calif., son of deep sea member Gilberto and his wife Irene Rodriguez, four-year scholarship winner, and Ophelia R. Umali of Waipahu, Hawaii, daughter of deep sea member Florencio and his wife Floserpina Umali, four-year scholarship winner. In announcing their acceptance by the program, SIU President Michael Sacco congratulated the group for their achievements and urged them to continue their high academic goals. With these seven students, the program has awarded 203 scholar­ ships since its inception in 1952. Nine professional educators composed the impartial Scholar­ ship Awards Committee. They were Father David Albert Boileau of Loyola University, Dr. Trevor Carpenter of Charles County (Md.) Community College, Dr. Carolyn D. Gentile of the Fordham School of Law, Dr. Michael Glaser of St. Mary's College of Maryland, Dr. Charles Lyons Jr. of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, Dr. Charles D. O'Connell Jr. of the University of Chicago, Dr. Gayle A. Olson of the University of New Orleans, Dr. Keith Schlender of the Medical College of Ohio and Dr. Heniy Toutain of Fordham University. Applications now are being ac­ cepted for the 1991 scholarship awards. All Seafarers and their de­ pendents are eligible. Applications are available at all union halls or by writing to the SIU Welfare Plan. GUTIERREZ Christopher J. Gutierrez has al­ ways been fasci­ nated by the sea even Jhough he grew up in San Antonio, Texas, an inland area. When he was a senior in high school, he applied for admission to the U.S. Naval Academy in An­ 'Ar'-'. napolis, Md. and was appointed by Congressman Henry B. Gonzales. After two years, Gutierrez realized he did not wish to pursue a military career, resigned his appointment and was given an honorable dis­ charge. In the summer of 1977 he went to work for G&H Towing Com­ pany in Galveston, Texas and joined his first SIU deep sea ship that year as well. He shipped reg­ ularly until July 1988, sailing on every kind of ship contracted by the SIU as an OS, AB and bosun. Gutierrez attended the Lundeberg School in 1980 and 1985, and is training to use his third mate li­ cense as a mate on harbor tugs. But what the 38-year-old inland seafarer really would like to do with his scholarship is enrolfin the Maritime Administration Program at the Texas Maritime Academy in Galveston. It would give him the necessaiy courses and experience to work in the shipping business as a shipping broker, insurance ad­ juster or accident investigator. "After working in the industry for a couple of years, both for the ex­ perience and to accumulate a de­ cent savings account, I would like to enter law school and become a lawyer specializing in the practice of maritime law.'- JAMES F. MANN Immediately after graduation from Ramsey High School (N.J.), James Mann began going to sea as a crew messman. After his first ship in 1972, Mann attended the Lundeberg School as a trainee. During the next 13 years he worked his way through the ranks from messman to chief steward. In between return visits to the Lundeberg School to upgrade his rank in ^e steward department, Mann also attended a number of colleges and earned an associates degree in Hotel Man­ agement from Newbury College in Boston. After obtaining a bachelor's degree from Cornell University, Mann again returned to sea. He is now fleet commiss^ manager with Sea-Land Service Inc. which involves managing four port stewards located in SeaLand's main port offices in Tacoma. Wash., Oakland, Calif., Houston, Texas and Port Eliza­ beth, N.J. The deep-sea member also shares his food service manage­ ment skills with the steward upgraders at the Lundeberg School several times a year and says the seminars are very rewarding. "I found that I continue to learn my­ self when teaching others." A memorable moment for Mann came last summer when SIU Pres­ ident Michael Sacco awarded him with an honorary steward recertification certificate for all his work with the school. Mann is not restricting his ca­ reer goals to one area or discipline, but his first choice of continued studies is the industrial labor rela­ tions program at Cornell Univer­ sity. Then again, he would be just as happy getting a master's degree in hotel administration from Cor­ nell or an MBA from Columbia or Yale. JANETFPRIC^^" Janet Price has been a mer­ chant mariner for 10 years. She originally de­ cided to go to sea because of the economic oppor­ tunities it afforded her as well as a chance to see the world. Price worked as an OS, steward assistant, third cook, second cook and baker, chief cook and chief steward. In between ships she worked part time for local restau­ rants and country clubs to learn more about the food service indus­ try and get new ideas for cooking techniques and presentation. The 35-year-old deep sea mem­ ber is enrolled in college but will return to sea when the school term is over. She joined the SIU in 1980 and has attended a number of upgrading courses at the Lunde­ berg School from the entry rating program in 1980 to the recertified stewards course in 1989. A resident of Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., Price feels it's time for a career change—and starting a family. She would like to use the scholarship award to pursue a para­ legal career at the University of North Florida. Afterward, Mce plans to transfer her credits to Florida Community College of Jacksonville to earn an associate in science degree. TODDJ.IorJsHlNn^^ To d d J. Kuvshinikov said he learned the value of education from his parents, Baisel and Dianne Kuvshinikov. His fatherjoined the Union in 1971 and sails the Great Lakes on Erie Navigation vessels. A graduate of Fairview High School in Fairview, Pa., Todd has set his goals to complete an electri­ cal engineering degree with a minor degree in computer science. He was accepted at all four univer­ sities to which he applied and has chosen to attend the University of North Carolina in Charlotte, N.C. TIAKKA S. QUINN Tiakka S. Quinn is an am­ bitious young woman who plans on entering the field of busi­ ness, consumer marketing and fi­ nance. The daughter of George and Onjewel Qiiinn, Tiakka will graduate this year from the Eleanor Mc- Main Magnet High School in New Orleans, LA. Her father, a deep sea union member since 1960, current­ ly sails aboard Bay Tankers' USNSRegulus. Tiakka is a member of the Na­ tional Honor Society ^ of which she is president, and the student coun­ cil. She would like to continue her studies at Tulane or Loyola universities in New Orleans or at Louisiana State University in BatonRouge. ~^DDI?RODRIGUE^~ Eddie Rodriguez is a man of hard work and deter­ mination. Bom in Hong Kong, Rodriguez ar­ rived in the United States in 1973 not speaking a word of English. Today he is fluent in Chinese, English and French (and is studying Japanese) and, in a little more than a year, will graduate from UCLA with a de­ gree in political science. The son of Gilberto and Irene Rodriguez, the political science major has an interest in the Pacific Rim region of the world. Follow­ ing his undergraduate studies, Rodriguez would like to enter law school or a PhD program in politi­ cal science. "My career objective," he stated in his application "is to play a role in the Pacific Rim re­ gion whether it is as a business­ man, a corporate attorney, a professor, or even a politician." He works to pay for his own education and has taken on other extracurricular activities such as an intemship at the credit union and volunteer work for UCLA's Hunger Project. Eddie's fatherjoined the SIU in 1958 and most recently has sailed aboard American President Line and Ocean Carriers vessels. ••y '^^PHEUARASSIM^^ Ophelia R. Umali has learned a great deal about re­ sponsibility, hard work and good leadership from the various clubs and committees in which she has participated. A graduate of Waipahu High School in Hawaii, Ophelia current­ ly is enrolled as a freshman at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. She is the daughter of Florencio and Floserpina Umali. Her father, who has been an SIU member since 1986, now sails aboard the Moku Pahu operated by Pacific Gulf Marine. Ophelia's interest lies in the field of teaching mathematics, and she would like to continue her studies at the University of Hawaii. She has been a private math tutor since her senior year in high school and has found it a rewarding and satisfying experience to watch the progress of those students she has helped. •J • ^1' J- 'it I ' •Iv �• mi SGIF4fffJIS lOG Bill to Extend Export Ban On Alaska Oil Moxes Ah^ •11^. • > ''V' - ^iS;f •fl^ I ;"•./ ii- i- •'. •.^'v • ' 'f. ^ i" U.S.-flag tankers are used in the Alaska oil trade.) Other maritime representatives reminded the congressmen that America's export dependency has been increasing even though Alaska oil has been limited to use by this country. They said sale of Alaska crude oil to foreign nations could place the United States in the same energy and economic danger as it faced in the '70s when OPEC held the nation hostage. A surprise supporter of the ex­ tension has been U.S. Senator Frank Murkowski (R-Alaska). While speaking last month in the Senate on log exports, Murkowski said that industry needed a protec­ tionist law similar to the one cover­ ing Alaska crude oil especially as the country grows more energy de­ pendent. It was the first time in recent memory that a member of the Alaska delegation has justified the oil sale restrictions. The Senate is beginning to study a similar bill sponsored by Don Riegle (D-Mich.) and Mark Hat­ field (R-Ore.). Job-Related Deaths are Mourned f "• > Another one-year extension of the export ban on Alaska crude oil is headed for the House Foreign Affairs Committee after being passed by one of its subcommit­ tees. The extension, if passed by both the House and Senate, would con­ tinue the restriction until Septem­ ber 30, 1991. The ban has been in place since the Alaskan North Slope began production in 1973. Various maritime organizations aind businesses, including the Seafarers, lobbied the House Inter­ national Economic Policy and Trade Subcommittee in support of legislation extending the North Slope restrictions. Sftj President Michael Sacco told the subcom­ mittee that lifting the ban would not lower the national deficit as the oil that would have come to the lower 48 states would have to be purchased elsewhere. He said Americans would lose jobs be­ cause U.S.-flag tankers would no longer be used to transport the oil to or from foreign countries. The loss of the tankers would reduce the military's sealift capabilities in case of war, Sacco noted. <By law. .:.'v--"' r-' ••: Trade unionists gathered last month in ceremonies around the countiy to mourn the deaths of 3,300 workers who died on the job in 1988. Seafarers from the Mobile area donned their white caps and marched with the Alabama state AFL-CIO in a procession that ended with a wreath-laying cere­ mony. In addition to the thousands who died in work-related incidents, the Bureau of Labor Statistics esti­ mates that in 1988 more than 6.4 million people suffered occupa­ tional injuries. The AFL-CIO, the federation of labor organizations that includes the SIU, estimates that each day toxic substances, explosions and unsafe conditions kill or injure more than 20,000 workers. Each year on April 28, unions from around the country gather together to remember those who have suf­ fered and died because of unsafe working conditions. In addition to calling public at­ tention to dangerous working con­ ditions by holding an annual Worker Memorial Day, unions are constantly attempting to establish safer workplaces through collec­ tive bargaining and encouraging elected officials to enact legisla­ tion that brings about improved safety standards and enforcement procedures. Seafarers pay tribute to the 3,300 workers who lost their lives during 1988 in work-related accidents and injuries. From the left are Mobile members R.A. Waitten, Torre Kidd, Robert Prittchett, Stephen Fulford, Jack Kennedy and Robert Scott. Dravo Has New Contract Crewmembers aboard the Dredge Albatross, along with other SIU mernbers working on Dravo Basic Materials equipment, recently ratified a new union contract coyenng working hours, wages and conditions. Pictured above right, wearing the traditional SIU white cap, are Albatross SIU men (left to right) Jimmy Bannisten Oliver Jackson and Lawrence Thomas. At left is crewmernber Lonnie Abrams. The Albatross is working on the Alabama River about 160 miles north of Mobile. House, Senate Hung Up On Issues in Oil Spill Bill Disputes between House and Senate conferees signaled the start of meetings between the two groups of legislators to create a compromise omnibus oil spill bill. About the only agreement the two sides reached during their First meeting late last month was to name U.S. Representative Walter Jones (D-N.C.), the head of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee, as chairman of the conferees. After that the meeting broke down over the issue of adopting the international protocols governing liability for oil spills. Senator George Mitchell (DMaine) stood up for the previously passed Senate bill when he stated the U.S. should not become a sig­ natory to the intemational liability fund. He said it should be handled as a treaty with the Senate provid­ ing advice and consent before the U.S. adopts it. The Senate majority leader noted his body has refused to give its consent on the matter for the last five years and has no inten­ tion of doing so now. After hearing Mitchell explain the intemational convention sets liability standards lower than some already instituted by several states. Senator Ted Stevens (R-Alaska) noted the time for the protocols had come and gone. House members were upset by the position being taken by the senators. Congressman Don Young (R-Alaska) reminded senators that the House had included the protocols in its oil spill bill and had the right to negotiate for its passage in the compromise bill. Repre­ sentatives Gerry Studds (D-Mass.) and Claudine Schneider (R-R.I.) asked that the protocols fight not hold up the rest of the legislation. The conferees have scheduled subcommittee meetings through May to tackle other areas of dis­ agreement. Besides the different language involving the protocols, the two branches did not agree on when and if double hulls/double bottoms should be used. The House bill called for all newly constmcted tankers entering U.S. ports to be fitted with double hulls or bottoms. Existing tankers would have to phase in double hulls or bottoms over a 15-year period. The Senate bill required the federal govern­ ment to issue regulations on tanker construction. Skinner Urges Phase-Out of Single Huiis The Bush administration is ur­ ging House and Senate conferees to adopt double hulls on deep sea tankers by the year 2000. Transportation Secretary Samuel Skinner stated the administration's position in a letter to the conferees dated May 9. "The Administration generally supports requiring double hulls on new constmction of ocean­ going tank vessels, if consistent with findings in the National Academy of Sciences report that double hulls are safe and afford a better protection to the environment than other design features," the letter read. He said the administration believes single-hull, deep sea tankers should be phased out after 25 years of service. Skinner noted the administration would not object to an exemption until 2015 for vessels servicing a deepwater port licensed under the Deepwater Port Act of 1974 unless an intemational double-hull stand­ ard is implemented before then. Conceming the tankers and bar­ ges plying the inland waterways and Great Lakes, Skinner stated the double-hull requirement should be extended until 2015. He noted fresh­ water crafts generally have longer lives than saltwater vessels. How­ ever, he urged inland and Great Lakes companies to begin building only double-hull tankers and barges. Skinner stated the administration wants to work with the conferees to create legislation "that will afford the greatest protection to the en­ vironment without disrupting oil supplies, sending American refining jobs offshore or imposing unjus­ tified burdens on the American con­ sumer." Wiii ' 'ik-r-'-'] '"'.'J �Those completing the six-week bosun recertification training include (left to right, front row) Michael Kadderly, Jim Carter, Instructor John Smith, Paul Lewis, (second row) Carmine Bova, Robert Carson, Jim Dawson, (third row) QMED Frank Tymczys/n, Lawrence Zepada, Robert E. Allen, Mike Willis, (back row) John Thompson, • Pak, Lee Lohman and George Diefenbach. As trainees watch, bosuns go over the side of the Bull Shepard irt a bosun's chair to demonstrate safety techniques while chipping and painting. Thirteen Union Deck Department Members Graduate from Top-of-tho-Line Training Course I.' "They were a fantastic group to work with," said Lundeberg In­ structor Ed Boyer of the most recent group of Seafarers to com­ plete the bosun recertification pro­ gram. "They were outstanding, fabulous," the 16-year teacher went on. "It was a wonderful op­ portunity to work with these guys." Thirteen bosuns from across the country graduated during the monthly SIU meeting May 7 at Piney Point, Md. Seven of the bosuns started their careers as trainees at the Lundeberg School, a fact that did not escape Boyer's notice. "Over half of them sat in my basic deck classroom course back in 1974 and '75," he remembered. "A few years later they were at­ tending able seaman training, then the bosun program. I've toown some of them all their adult life. It is a wonderful feeling to see them go all the way to the tip-top of the union." The bosuns received refresher courses in flrefighting, deck and shipboard procedures, first aid, safety and ship handling. They took part in union education clas­ ses that included a visit to the nation's capital in Washington, D.C. One of the courses taken by the bosuns was to work with the men and women just starting their maritime careers. The group helped the trainees with knot tying and provided firsthand accounts of life at sea. The bosuns also worked the trainees around the Bull Shepard, a training vessel tied to the docks at Piney Point, to show the newcomers a variety of techni­ ques they will need to know when they board their first ship. , All the bosuns commented that meeting and working with the trainees was one of the highlights of their stay at the Lundeberg School. "Don't forget to mention that we beat them several times in Softball games," Recertified Bosun Jim Dawson laughed to a chorus of cheers from his classmates. During the graduation ceremony, the bosuns thanked the SIU for the opportunities it has provided them and advised the trainees to continue learning and upgrading once they go to sea. •• t v • • ' ,ii '•>-1.J- , "s-- • Mike Willis extinguishes a pit fire during training at the University of Maryland firefighting center in La Plata. I .1- James Carter (left) and Jim Dawson listen to a speaker during a Washington rally for striking Greyhound drivers, Carter provided several of the photos on this page. Bosun recertification training is not all classroom work as George Diefenbach left) assists Jim Dawson into his firefighting gear at the La Plata, Md. facility. Recertified Bosun Errol Pak (left) shows trainee Timothy Williamshow to tie a knot. • •r • A . ••I ' ii-. 0IS :;.:v • .V �SOFAIlBtSm 8 Eastern, Unions Resume Talks •: Court Removes Lorenzo as Company's Head Man ' • iy-'- :v:f|; ..-/r •-.a'. '. • .' r' V •' "^.'' . ' ' '• -'i • •'i' •.Ufv;: '-• v''^. ? V •• i ifc'' • •''• • '••'''. -•" Talks to end the 14-month strike by the International Association of Machinists (lAM) and Eastern Air Lines continue following a courtordered change in the company's pilot seat. Federal Bankruptcy Judge Bur­ ton Lifland late last month agreed with the JAM as well as the Air Line Pilots Association and Transport Workers Union that Texas Air Chairman Frank Lo­ renzo was incompetent to run the airline and placed a trusteeship headed by Martin Shugrue to take over Eastern, "Charlie Bryan (president of the machinists' local representing Eastem) has met with Shugrue," said lAM spokesman Frank Ortis. "They have opened a dialogue and had a positive meeting. Charlie said he was pretty responsive but we all know Eastem can't make it without labor peace," Ortis added. The final straw for Lifland and the committee of unsecured creditors—representing travel agents, banks, aircraft manufac­ turers, ticket holders and unionscame when Lorenzo's management team reneged on a deal to repay more than $1 billion in debts. That a^eement, which was supported by the judge and a majority of the committee but op­ posed by the unions, called for a retum of 50 cents on the dollar. It was reached in March, but Lorenzo withdrew it unilaterally by the end of the month. Shugme had been in charge of Texas Air's other airline. Con­ tinental, but was forced to resign by Lorenzo. He was the person named to head Eastem if a buyout by former baseball commissioner Peter Ueberroth had not been blocked by Lorenzo last year. Ortis noted that Shugme is a veteran of both the worker and management sides of the airline industry. "He had been a pilot and worked his way up," Ortis said. LAM President George Korpius noted the union had been trying to wam Lifland how Lorenzo was destroying the airline. He said the union was pleased that "Lorenzo has finally been exposed as the in­ competent, conniving, greedy air­ line wrecker he is," but this could have been settled months ago. The strike by the I AM against Eastem began March 4,1989, one day after Lorenzo locked the gates on the employees. The machinists were joined by the pilots and flight attendants in a sympathy walkout, effectively stopping the airline. Lorenzo filed for federal bankmptcy protection on March 9, 1989. He since had been trying to rebuild the carrier with scabs and through the court system. Frank Gill (left) hits the bricks with Joe Moss, a Machinists union picket cap­ tain, at Los Angeies Internationai Air­ port. Seafarers across the country are continuing their support of the strike against Eastern Air Lines. Sen. Mateunaga Succumbs to Cancer 'V i ".'• most decorated unit in American history. It was comprised of Japanese-American citizens in­ cluding his fellow Hawaiian senator, Daniel Inouye. After holding several governmental jobs, the Hawaii na­ tive was elected to the territorial House of Representatives where he served from 1954 to 1959. He came to Washington as a con­ gressman in 1962 and was elected to the Senate in 1976. ' Promoted U.S.-Flag Fleet Spark M. Matsunaga U.S. Senator Spark M. Mat­ sunaga (D-Hawaii), a good friend of the Seafarers as well as or­ ganized labor, died of cancer April 15 in Toronto, Canada. He was 73. Matsunaga had a long and dis­ tinguished career in public service. While working on his bachelor's degree from the University of Hawaii, he served as a public school teacher. During World War II, he was a highly decorated mem­ ber of the Army's famous 442nd Regimental Combat Team, the In his biggest victory for the Seafarers and the maritime in­ dustry, Matsunaga managed to pass a bill allowing a tax break for conventions held aboard U.S-flag vessels. The legislation allowed U.S.-flag cmise ships to compete against hotels and foreign-flag ves­ sels for convention trade. He was known to his friends and constituents for his warm and easygoing manner. He quietly had worked his way to the second highest ranking position, behind Chairman Lloyd. Bentsen, on the Senate Finance Committee at the time of his death. AS-t-Ci!' SyPPOKtS Seafarers show their unity with members of the Amalgamated Transit Union who are striking against Greyhound. SlU members (left to right) T. Catania, Ambrose Cuccinotta and R. Gorbia display the Seafarers banner during a New York solidarity raily last month. NLRBRulesFor BusCo.Strikers The Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) will be filing unfair labor-practice charges against Greyhound Lines based on a Na­ tional Labor Relations Board decision announced May 15. The ruling charged the bus com­ pany with imposing the terms of its bargaining proposal on drivers before a negotiating impasse was reached. The ruling could make Greyhound fire the more than 3,000 scabs hired as "replacement drivers." The NLRB announcement came one week after Greyhound Chairman Fred Currey unilaterally declared the strike over. More than 9,000 union members continue to picket against Greyhound despite Currey's bold assertion. ATU President James La Sala said the remark by Currey was like "Napoleon declaring victory at Waterloo. It is both ridiculous and false." Currey made the statement May 7 after negotiations between the ATU and management fell through. Federal mediators brought Greyhound to the table for the first time since mid-March. Ed Strait, president of the ATU coun­ cil of Greyhound locals, decried Greyhound's latest offer as "an in­ sult" and providing "no dignity for thedrivers." The company offered a fouryear wage freeze followed by a 3 percent hike in each of the next two years. Greyhound also sought to eliminate around 4,000 union jobs during the term of the contract. Union members had agreed to wage rollbacks in their two pre­ cious contracts. The union is seek­ ing to recover some of those reductions, especially since Grey­ hound showed a profit in 1989. Keep Merchant Marlne Strong Is Maritime Day Message One way to pay respect to those U.S. seafarers who lost their lives in time of war is to keep the U.S.flag merchant fleet strong in time of peace. This was the sentiment of the government officials, maritime representatives and union officials who participated in the annual Merchant Marine Memorial Ser­ vice on May 22 in Washington, D.C. The event was held in two parts with one hosted by the Department of Transportation in its building while the other took place at the Washington Navy Yard. Captain Warren Leback, head of the Transportation Depart­ ment's Maritime Administration, noted that without the "supreme sacrifices of merchant mariners in all wars" history may have been different. Leback, a former mariner himself, said, "Merchant mariners and seafarers are so often forgotten in times of peace." Rear Admiral Francis Donovan, the newly appointed commander of the Military Sealift Command, took part in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Navy yard. In his speech, he reminded those in the. audience honoring the maritime heritage that the military and mer­ chant marine have a strong inter­ dependence. "We need a strong merchant marine in times of war and peace," Donovan said. In 1933, Congress designated May 22, the date in 1819 the SS Savannah made the first transatlan­ tic steamship voyage, as National Maritime Day. Memorial services are held nationwide to honor those men and women who died in ser­ vice to their country as merchant mariners. During World War II alone, 733 American vessels were sunk and more than 6,000 seafarers lost their lives. Lundeberg School students stand at at­ tention during the playing of Taps at the Merchant Marine Memorial Ser­ vice. "I:: i; • A; �; ' .'r. 'I-''".*-- •' ^ MY 1990 fj . •;5S? •, '••I Wi:' The J. A. W. Iglehart is well into its 26th season delivering cement to Great Lakes ports as a self-un­ loading carrier. The 500-foot ves­ sel carries dry bulk cement from Alpena, Mich, or Bath, Ontario, Canada to Detroit, Buffalo, Cleveland or Duluth,Minn./Superior. Wis. The pride Iglehart crewmembers have in their vessel is evidenced in the tender, loving care spent in keep­ ing up the appearance of the Inland Lakes Management vessel. When looking at the Iglehart from the deck to within the bowels of the conveyors, it is hard to believe the ship is 54 years old. The Iglehart came out of theSun Shipyard in 1936 as the deep sea tanker Amoco, according to Gene Stafford, vice president for ad­ ministration at Inland Lakes Management. "It was one of the first tankers built under the direc­ tion of the Maritime Administra­ tion," Stafford continued. "It preceeded both the T-1 and T-2 tankers." During the early '60s, the vessel began calling on the "sweet" waters of the Great Lakes. In 1965, the ship, renamed the Iglehart, came out of the Bay Shipyard in Sturgeon Bay, Wis. as a self-unloader. Above the noise of the con­ veyors, Wheelsman Joe DeVogel told a Seafarers LOG reporter: "There is a lot of work on this ship, but it is a good one to be on. iv'; •' Oiler Gene Hayes keeps an eye on the engine room to make sure there are no hitches while the vessel is docked. Wheelsman Joseph DeVogel (left) and Conveyorman Wayne Portice (right) escort Algonac Port Agent Jack Allen aboard the cement carrier as it unloads in Clev leveland. 3; •f "4,: •'Mr'"' •• -.'V . -tl'; f' Mi;'-: l"i'. •- MMa:..'. .4c 'k • usts a lever to ensure an even flow of cement through the Iglehart's conveyor belt. Who says you can't sit down on the job? Deckhand Lee Howard chips away at a railing while the Iglehart is docked on the Cuyahoga River in downtown Cleveland. • ' I . .X. mm' ii G �SlAFARm LOG 10 George Home Dies at 87, WasH.Y. Times Marine Editor George Home •i T. •- r".,. ..• :' .J'V: ••/•<•••.,. ^SriS&S'y George Home, who for more than 40 years as a New York Times reporter and editor covered the New York waterfront and mari­ time, and who frequently reported on the activities of the SIU, died on April 19 at the age of 87 at his home in Ardmore, Okla. A native of Texas who was raised in Oklahoma, Home was at­ tracted to the excitement of New York's harbor when it teemed with shipping activity. Passenger and cargo ship piers virtually ringed lower Manhattan and dotted the Brooklyn, Staten Island and New Jersey waterfronts. Home began his marine writing career after attending Columbia University in the early '20s, first writing a shipping column for the Moming Telegraph, then for the New York American. In 1927 he became a ship news reporter for the New York Times, which named him editor of the ship news depart­ ment in 1940. During World War II he covered invasions in the South Pacific. In 1960 the Times merged cov­ erage of the shipping, aviation and automobile industries into the transportation news department, with Home as editor. A gentle and unassuming man. Home was wide­ ly respected throughout the in­ dustry for the accuracy and faimess of his reporting. He covered a couple of SIU con­ ventions in Washington during the presidency of the late Paul Hall with whom he spent many long hours over the years discussing events impacting on the condition of U.S. shipping. Home retired in 1970. He is sur­ vived by his wife of 60 years, the former Carolyn Mather, a Scottish actress whom he first met while covering the arrival of a passenger vessel in New York, and two broth­ ers, Dr. Malcolm Home of Ard­ more and Sam Home of Washington. Fishing is Great in New Bedford The New Bedford fishing fleet pulled in $141 million in fish last year, the largest amount in the country. SIU members crew many of the port's vessels. Above, SIU fishermen talk about the good catch. Pictured left to right are SIU Port Employee Eugenic Sousa, Engineer Manual Casgueira, Cook Manuel Pacheco and Deckhand Antonio Gorugo. Crew of Roesch Helps Vessel in 'Whlteout' The SlU-crewed William R. Roesch came to the rescue of a grounded ore carrier last month in the St. Mary's River near the Soo Locks between Michigan's upper peninsula and Ontario, Canada. Iron ore from the SS Reserve (left) is loaded into a hopper aboard the Wil­ liam R. Roesch in order to lighten the grounded ore carriet...^ Snow and Bad Weather The Pringle Transit vessel was ordered by its parent company, Columbia Transportation, to assist the SS Reserve, which was mnniiig froin Superior, Wis. to Toledo, Ohio. The Roesch came alongside the Reserve and took on some of the iron ore so the Rese:rve could float again. Deckhand Jack Chapin, who provided the photograph to the LOG, said the Reserve en­ countered a "whiteout" created by blowing snow and bad weather. The ship was trying to pass through Rockcut on the St. Mary's River, which connects Lake Superior with Lake Huron. Chapin said he was not aware of any injuries on the Reserve but the ship suffered about 300 feet of damage to its starboard side. The Roesch was able to com­ plete the voyage for the Reserve, then retum to its normal schedule on the Lakes. SlU-Crewed OrgulfTug McDermott Plies The Lower Mississippi River on Coal Run Pushing up to 35 barges, the SlU-crewed McDermott tug care­ fully makes its way up and down the lower Mississippi River. Usually laden with coal, the vessel's crewmembers take special care to ensure the safe navigation of the tug and her barges. The McDermott is one of three of the largest tugs in Orgulf s fleet. Its task, primarily to transport coal. in recent times has been made more difficult because of low water levels on the river. McDermott crewmembers routinely stop at Moore's Landing, about 60 miles north of St. Louis, to take on supplies and fiiel. The photos on this page were taken when union Patrolman Joe Sigler met with the SIU members on the vessel to go over questions con- Even nightfall cannot keep Deckhand Eric Briese from his duties of splicing a wire so it can be used safely later. "5= T:: yj:--v • •' _ .' ceming the contract, health and welfare claim procedures, and upgrading schedules at the union's Lundeberg School in Piney Point. The J.S. McDermott, a 10,5(X) gross ton, triple screw vessel, was built in the early '80s and joined the Orgulf fleet when the SlU-contracted company acquifed Federal Barge Lines. Ken Hightower, cook aboard the McDermott, is well known by fellow crew members for his culinary treats He also ships with Red Circle, an SIU company Lead Deckhand Louis Timms readies the McDermott's lines while at Moore's Landing, Wyatt, Mo. Deckhand Tim Phillips pitclWs in to carry stores aboard the tug so the crew woiftao hungry. i'A I 1^ �•! ' n X":^s^a i x. MYim . •, fi'i -I S-L Vessels Pay Off In Long Beachy Calif. ig' 'vcr.vi; , When the Sea-Land vessels Enterprise, Navigator and Defender dock in Long Beach, Calif., a long trip across the Pacific Ocean and back is completed. The SlU-crew onboard looks forward to its just reward from the com­ pany: a payoff. Besides receiving money from Sea-Land, it also is a time to meet with the local union representative and catch up on union and national events—such topics as the continu­ ing Eastern strike, random drug testing and the importance of con­ tributing to SPAD and the Maritime Defense League. In addition to boarding the SeaLand vessels in Long Beach, union patrolmen meet with SIU crew members when the ships dock in Oakland and Honolulu. In photos on this page, the SeaLand Enterprise had just returned from Okinawa, Japan and Guam. Receiving mail aboard ship on a timely basis was a concern the ship's committee reported to the union patrolman. Safety was the main topic of dis­ cussion for the members aboard the the Sea-Land Navigator during a union meeting held" before the ves­ sel sailed for the Far East. SEA-LANDNA VIGATOR—Members of the ship's committee (left to right) StewardBaker/Ship's Secretary John Alamar, Bosun Christian Christensen, Chief Cook/Steward Delegate Jimmy Williams and AB/Ship's Chairman Don McFarland meet with Wilmington Port Agent Don Anderson (left). 5: • -3 •• '.Ii' SEA-LAND £A/rEf?P#?/S£—In photo above, payoff is the time to discuss any problems that may have occurred during the voyage. Meeting with Wilmington Port Agent Don Anderson (seated left) are members of the ship's committee (left to right) AB John Emrich, AB/Deck Delegate E.F. O'Brien, Electrician B.H. Waddell, Bosun J.V. Schoenstein, Engine Delegate B.D. Wright and Chief Cook/Steward Delegate H.A. Curry. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE— In photo at left. Chief Cook H.A. Curry (left) and Steward W. Williams pose for a quick picture outside the galley. ''x-'j-.'V -..-•v.,, ,.• SEA-LAND DEFENDER—photo above, members of the ship's commit­ tee hold a union meeting. From the left, they are: AB Eugene Oya, Electrician/Educationa Director R. Gumanas, DEU/Engine Delegate Steve Rollins, Bosun/Chairman Rafael Clemente, AB/Deck Delegate Robert Funk, Wilmington Port Agent Anderson and Chief Cook/Steward Delegate D'Vaughn Scruggs. SEA-LAND DEFENDER— Steward/Baker James Jones, in photo at right, takes the opportunity to ask for a clarification of the contract. SEA-LAND NAVIGATOR-ANiper Mobamed Abubaker Ahmed (left) and GSU Munassar H. Mohamed get some of Chief Cook Jimmy Williams' great food. The Sea-Land Navigator is on a run to the Far East. School Training Saves Life Of Lundeberg Student Fast action and teamwork saved the life of Lundeberg School Trainee Don Baker after he had an allergic reaction to medication he hadt^en. Baker, like other members of Class 453, was feeling the effects of a high pollen count around Piney Point last month. A classmate gave him some medicine to ease his problem; however he did not know Baker was allergic to it. While standing watch in his dor­ mitory, Baker took the medication and soon went into convulsions. Trainee Vin Ennis saw his friend fall and quickly called for a security guard. Ray Nahrgang, who is trained in first aid and CPR, responded and brought Baker back to consciousness after applying CPR. Baker was taken in an am­ bulance staffed by volunteer paramedic and Lundeberg school admissions employee Cindy Knott to a local hospital where he spent the night under observation. He retumed to school the next day still a little shaken by the experience, but in good health and spirits none­ theless. The student body organized a special awards ceremony for Nahrgang, Ennis and Knott as well as first aid instructors Byron Cummings and John Smith. Baker publically thanked all involved and advised fte trainees to remember their first aid and CPR training be­ cause there is no telling when it could be needed. SIU President Michael Sacco made a surprise visit to the student assembly and urged the trainees to continue their learning after they leave the school. •1% If •* m Trainee Don Baker is flanked by the two men who helped save his life April 17: Lundet)erg security guard Ray Nahrgang (left) and classmate Vin Ennis. [,[. - p • i;-!'it' • - �SCAfARaSLOG 12 Five SIU Members Given Commendations deck department SIU members on the Lakes. The family maintains a 168-acre cattle ranch in Rapid River, Mich. In his spare time, Frankovitch enjoys snowmobiling and country music. SIU members are known in the maritime industry for their high level of training and professional attitude. It is, nevertheless, gratify­ ing when others see these qualities in the membership and take the time to express their appreciation. Five members have been sin­ gled out recently by four different companies for commendations. s£> i i i Delta Queen Reoagnizes Valor of SIU Deckhands High Ratings from Seahawk For Bosun Fred Seiiman - mm. ,^ '- • • a •.., M V ^• ." >• :- •» 'i-- ir '•-.' fi • ?h $:}t: "It is my opinion that were I to search for a textbook example of what a bosun should be, Mr. Sellman would come the closest to any I have ever sailed with." Captain D.R. Webb of theSpirit of Texas wrote these words to the operations office of Seahawk Management as Bosun Fred Sellman was completing a relief job aboard the ship. Not only did the master offer high praise for Sellman, but so did the chief mate. James Lay spoke highly of Sellman's leadership both on deckand as ship's chairman. He said many times he would suggest Sellman have the crew perform certain duties only to discover it either had been accomplished or was being done. "In a matter of practical sea­ manship, Mr. Sellman has consis­ tently exceeded my expectations," Lay said. "He combines years of experience and an ability to grasp the 'big picture' with a talent for utilizing his people efficiently and an old-fashioned work ethic." Sellman, a native of Texas, served as bosun on the historic visit made by the Spirit of Texas last fall to deliver the first American aid to the Solidarity-led Polish govern­ ment. The 57-year-old joined the SIU in 1970. When he was asked by the Detroit News if any experi­ ence could top the trip to Gdynia, Polapd, he responded, "Nothing, nothing that would equal this. It was like electricity going through everything over there." He re­ counted a story about going into town, then receiving a ride back to the ship for free because the driver of a car who saw him and two shipmates walking back to the ves­ sel remembered seeing them on television. The only English the driver spoke was "Spirit of Texas, Spirit of Texas." Guy E. Pulliam, operations manager at Seahawk, said of Sell­ man, "It is a pleasure to have em­ ployees like Mr. Sellman. He shows the union can function and the excellent caliber of personnel that the union can make available to the industry." i i i AMSEA Praises Quick Action Taken by Cook/Baker Cook/Baker Luis Gonzalez is known among his shipmates on the 1St Lt. Baldomero Lopez as having a nose for fine food. But on the r.:i During his trip to Poland aboard the Spirit of Texas, Fred Sellman, right, distributes SIU caps to members of Solidarity. moming of January 17, they were glad his nose could whiff a scent not familiar to the galley. Brother Gonzalez smelled smoke while helping to prepare breakfast at 5:45 a.m. He immedi­ ately secured the electrical equip­ ment in the galley and called the bridge and engine room. He then gathered and readied all the dry chemical fire extinguishers in the vicinity. Within a few seconds. First As­ sistant Engineer Robert McKenna arrived in the galley and helped Gonzalez locate the source of the smoke: the steam kettle control wiring. According to Captain Michael J. Mahoney, a dangerous situation was averted thanks to Gonzalez' quick thinking. "It is times such as this that re­ mind all of us on the Lopez that we are fortunate to have Luis on­ board," Mahoney reported to Jim Childs, chief of safety and training for the ship's contractor, Ameri­ can Overseas Marine (AMSEA). "He is a credit to the SIU, AMSEA and the merchant marine. AH on­ board commend him for his ac­ tions." Childs„in a letter reporting the incident to SIU President Michael Sacco, noted that AMSEA is "for­ tunate to have high quality and pro­ gressive SIU and AMSEA training programs and blessed to have peo­ ple like Luis Gonzalez on our team." ^ ^ American Steamship Names Outstanding Mariner of 1989 John G. Frankovitch has been named an Outstanding Mariner for 1989 for his work in the American Steamship Company (ASC) fleet. The conveyorman just began his eighth season aboard the MV Nicolet. The Michigan native began his career at ASC in 1971, working as a fireman on the Char­ les C. West. He became a con­ veyorman in 1974 aboard the MV H. Lee White. The company cited Frankovitch, a member of the SIU Great Lakes Division since 1958, for "provid­ ing consistently smooth operations day in and day out." The company went on to say, "He is a great sailor, but even more importantly, he is a great person. He has the ability to make people feel comfortable, al­ ways remains pleasant and takes a tremendous amount of pride in completing every endeavor to the very best of his ability;" Frankovitch and his wife, Kath­ leen, have raised five sons, three of whom—^Todd, Tim and Jeff-—are Each month the Delta Queen Steamboat Company recognizes vessel personnel who have gone "above and beyond the call of duty." Joe Giraud, deckhand aboard the Mississippi Queen, was named "Employee of the Month" for January and also was chosen the winner of the company's quarterly safety award. Giraud jumped into the Missis­ sippi River at Robin Street to res­ cue a temporary worker who tripped off the wharf, struck the boat and fell unconscious into the river. Greg Maxwell, head deckhand aboard the Delta Queen, also was chosen "Employee of the Month" for January. He administered first aid to a coworker who arrived at the boat with a badly cut hand, then drove the injured employee to the hospital. Members like the five men­ tioned above exist throughout the union and are what help make the SIU strong. UquMnii Seafaier Question: What did you do dur­ ing the winter while the Great Lakes were iced over? Mike DeVeau, Deckhand—I stayed home and enjoyed the family. I also went ice fishing and did sonie work around the (Asked of SIU members at the union hall in Duluth, Minn.) David Akerstrom, Deck­ hand—^I spent my time in the union hall in hopes of getting a job. I helped Delores with some odd jobs around the haU. Ray Soyring, Gateman—I took my family to Florida and Disney World. I It was the first time we went down there. It may be a while before we go" back. house. Jeff Johnson, Ordinary Sea­ man—I played in a band. We play rock and heavy metal in the Duluth (Minn.) and Superior (Wis.) area. Otherwise, I was Mr. Mom with my four kids. Don Alholm, Deckhand—I spent my time ice fishing and working around the house. Fred Bancook, Deckhand—I spent a lot of time working around the new house I pur­ chased in Ma­ ple, Wis. When I could get away, I did some ice fishing. Leonard Kanti, Wiper—I shot pool. I am on a team in the Du­ luth (Minn.) and Superior (Wis.) area. We played in several tour­ naments. �P-r-t- cMSSM&il •'mymo ^ s K- W't-i \-'M ' Although the USNS Kawishiwi is one of the newest replenishment vessels in the Military Sealift Com­ mand—Pacific Fleet, experience seems to be the key word onboard the "Special K," as it is affec­ tionate y called by its crewmembers. Third Assistant Engineer Dick Breslin has been sailing for 44 ^ years while Chief Steward Brownie Watson is close behind with 42 years at sea. Compared to these two. Pumpman Jaines McCray Sr. is a mere babe. He "only" has 19 years experience. The Norfolk, Va. na­ tive grew up around ports in his hometown. He graduated from class #86 at the Lundeberg School in 1968. "In addition to learning seamanship skills, I helped build the barracks," he proudly remem­ bers. McCray returned to Piney Point in 1974 to upgrade as a QMED but tried his luck on the shore from 1976 to 1979. "It didn't work out too well," he recalled. "A friend told me about MSC and I started shipping the same day aboard the USNS Passumpsic." McCray said he has not looked back to the shore » 1-7 Remembers Being New I knew what I wanted and took off." The young man was gone so long that Wright went a^ut his business and forgot he sent the seaman on the request. "About a half hour later, he came back, out of breath, and said he looked all over the ship but couldn't find a foxtail. I told him I already had one. That's when he looked at the handbroom I was holding and real­ ized what I wanted." To help new merchant mariners gain experience, Wright and Mc­ Cray have some advice. "Keep your eyes and ears open and know your job," Wright said. "Follow someone who ^ows what he is doing," McCray added. "Learn your job because you won't know it all at the end of your furst day, week, whatever. And be a man about what you are going to do." ' (•' » •• . .'V; •• .V, . . !i y'\ l/'- v • • ,4^' I " !. i 1-'^ "• W • r 1 'i-i??- ••. ?,! • '• sra .. . ' iy -.yvi-..,- • '• r-'j ; 1?;. ,«•- :y i' W -•j v Yeoman Storekeeper Herman Dial reviews the MSCPAC wage scale before a crew meeting aboard the USNS KawlshlwI. The bulletin was Issued by the Government Services Division of the union advising members sailing on MSCPAC vessels of Increased pay scales. ,,y: •rv'-,;,. , 'jr'JfeSsy' Taklm ng^a break from their discussion of the MSCPAC wage scale are, from the left: AB Maintenance Albert Scott, Pumpman James McCray St-, Engineer LIndel Howard and Second Electrician Sam D. Wright. •yy ;|yy '.•.v.: t'l-: 'rf*- - ; ?A„;.y A-. "Vl'; mi^-' �iff" f Ti'V' SEAAIfffffS £06 14 &• iff- QMED Procedures to Change *•: •W '•'H 'H' I.' • S: •'• •,• r^ j . ^ • •-.if". • •fx • •: • •' "•' Starting next month, engine department members with Q]\feD endorsements will have to begin upgrading their classification towards the rating of QMED 1 in order to retain their registration rights. SIU members traditionally have been among the best trained and highly skilled mariners in the world. This change was instituted by the union in conjunction with representatives of deep sea con­ tracted companies through the Seafarers Appeals Board (SAB). The decision made last month stated all QMED members who do not have Class 1 status as defined in the l?asic bargaining agreement must apply for and complete the courses designated by the Seafarers Hairy Lundeberg School of Seamanship to attain the next highest rating. This will begin June 161 The board also approved making three of the 11 specialty courses for QMEDs mandatory and upgraders must take one of the three when attending the Lun­ deberg School. The mandatory courses include the Marine Electrical Maintenance, Pumproom Operations and Maintenance and Refrigeration Systems Main­ tenance and Operations. ITie change that will be noticed by the members is they no longer will be able to pick which two specialty courses to study to move up one classification. Members still will have the option to pick from one of the remaining eight courses of study. The electives in­ clude Automation, Diesel Engine Technology, Marine Electronics Technician, Hydraulics, Variable Speed D.C. Drives, Welding, Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance and ElectroHydraulics. The school has added more classes in the specialty cour­ ses to its 1990 calendar to assist those wanting to upgrade. In calling for the change, the SAB noted &e maritime industry's need for trained black gang mem­ bers to handle and maintain reefer cargo containers and to be able to provide electrical, hydraulic and mechanical maintenance. QMEDs are eligible to register for up to one calendar year after receiving their present classification before ap­ plying to upgrade. The present QMED classifica­ tions held by engine department members will be honored no mat­ ter which specialty courses they have completed. The collective bargaining agreement lists four QMED clas­ sifications; QMED 4, one Lun­ deberg School specialty course completed; QMED 3, two or three specialty courses completed; QMED 2, four or five specialty courses completed; and QMED 1, six or more specialty courses com­ pleted. Wages go up in the basic collective bargaining agreement with each classification level. The SlU-crewed Delta Queen (top) is the only authentic, fully-restored historic steamboat in the United States to still carry overnight passengers. Her sister, the Mississippi Queen, is considered the largest and grandest steamboat ever built. Delta Queen Steamboat Co. Celebrates Hundredth Year This year marks the hundredth birthday of the Delta Queen Steamboat Company. While America has changed a lot in the last 100 years, the grand tradition of steamboating still lives onboard the SlU-crewed Delta Queen and Mississippi Queen— America's only two overnight paddlewheel steamboats. The Greene family, who began the line which would become known as the Delta Queen Steam­ boat Company, purchased their first boat, the H.K. Bedford, in 1890. Capt. Gordon Greene, his wife Mary (herself an ac­ complished river pilot and steam­ boat captain) and their sons owned and operated 28 different steamers during those years. In 1947, the Greenes' son Tom purchased the Delta Queen, today recognized as a National Historic Landmark, and brought her from Califomia to the Missis­ sippi. In 1976 the company built the largest and most luxurious paddlewheeler, the Mississippi Queen, which combines the Vic­ torian charm , of the older boats with the ultimate in modem com­ fort and conveniences. Purchased In 1890, the H.K. Bedford was the first steamboat owned by the company known today as the Delta Queen Steamboat Co. Mary Greene (second from right) stands with passengers in front of the Greenland, an early river steamboat. USCG Honors N.J. Firefighting Seafarers who graduated from the Freehold, N.J. firefighting training facility while attending the Lundeberg School of Seamanship will be accepted by the Coast Guard as satisfying the require­ ments for advanced firefighting. Bill Eglinton, director of voca­ tional education at the Lundeberg School, received notification from the USCG last month. Eglinton noted the training must have taken place between June 5, 1978 and December 1,1989. Seafarers must show proof of successfully com­ pleting the course, he said. The Coast Guard stated that those members who completed the course between the above dates will not need to attend any further firefighting training. This is impor­ tant because the USCG recently announced new regulations requir­ ing advance firefighting for those men and women upgrading or renewing maritime licenses. New Coast Guard Rules Eglinton said tfre USCG an­ nounced as of December 2, 1989, individuals must complete a course which has USCG approval for both basic and advanced firefighting. Earlier this year, the Lundeberg School became the first union training facility to offer both basic and advanced USCG approved firefighting courses. Advanced firefighting courses are being offered June 25 through v.,,' —- 29, August 13 through 17 and Oc­ tober 29 through November 2. To register, members must have taken basic firefighting within the last five years at a qualified location arid present proof of completion. All trainees and upgraders at the Lundeberg School must complete the basic firefighting course. Egyptian Trade Unionists Visit Lundeberg School Pictured above are members of the delegation of Egyptian trade unionists who visited the Lundebe^ School. Representatives of several labor groups from Egypt toured the Lun­ deberg School recently to leam about training facilities for thenunion members. Those participating in the tour sponsored by the African American Labor Center are pic­ tured at left. They include (front row, left to right) Mohamed Sharawi, Railway Workers Union president; Ahmed Abdel Latif, General Trade Union of Health Services president; Mohamed Fouad Darahem, General Trade Union of Mine Workers president; Ibrahim El Anwar, General Trade Union Textile Workers president. In the back row, from left: Bill Eglinton, vocational educational director at the school; Abdel Latif Eish, General Trade Union of Food Industry Workers president; El Rifai Hamada, Trade Union Health and Safety secretary general; Muhammad Chahine, inteipreter, and Mohamed Ahmed Afifi, General Trade Union of Chemical Workers general treasurer. �• '• •;'^--'r»,.:,^. • .,'S ', Special Supplement Quest for Bigger Profits Spurs Attacks on U.S. Shipping Alms of Giant Commodity Merchants Don't Square With U.S. Interests 'W'M" The second In a series of articles. ';•:. J#!' ' • Not content with the massive govern­ ment subsidies they receive for selling American farm commodities abroad, the giant grain exporters are trying to kill the requirement that allocates a share of the transport of government-generated food aid cargoes to U.S.-flag vessels. Not by coincidence, many of the ex­ porters—^who shared more than $2.3 bil­ lion in U.S. government subsidies be­ tween September 1985 and February 1989 under just one of the agricultural export programs—also have significant financial interests in foreign-flag shipping fleets, which could have greater access to the aid cargo if it were taken away from the American merchant marine. As reported in the April issue of the Seafarers LOG, agribusiness has begun mounting a campaign in Congress to eliminate the U.S.-flag shipping require­ ment, known as cargo preference laws, from the carriage of taxpayer-supported food aid cargoes. The attack comes as Continued on page 2, supplement .. v;E-;v".r • •; 1- , l f'i, /.Vv • 'g -'-i!: fe' .. • • ,•' • •• • • : ,4' - •' • As the agribusiness conglomerates press their fight in Congress to eliminate the U.S.-flag shipping requirement from the carriage of government-generated food cargoes, they hide behind public interest arguments. As the cargo preference battle on Capitol Hill intensifies this summer, the Se^arers LOG has been digging into all aspects of these global agribusiness es­ tablishments. The research reveals some startling facts. For instance, who would have dreamed as these interests were pleading with Congress for the right for foreignflag ships to carry their profit-swollen food aid cargoes that they were tied to foreign interests Md that many of them operated ships under foreign registries? The group fronting for the giant grain interests is known as the North Ameri­ can Export Grain Association (NAEGA). This organization's represen­ tative, in recent House hearings on the farm bill, urged Congress to eliminate the cargo preference requirement gov­ erning the carriage of taxpayer sup­ ported food aid cargoes. This is the group that attacks the maritime industry in newspapers around the country. NAEGA's membership primarily is made up of the world's largest agribusi­ nesses, trading houses and commodity brokerage firms. (See list on supple­ ment's page 4.) Of the companies that pay money to NAEGA to have the trade association press their agenda, half have foreign parents. Eighteen-and-a-half of NAEGA's 37 companies beneficially are owned by interests in Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Japan, France, Italy, Canada and Australia. Additionally, many of NAEGA's com­ panies own or have a stake in foreignflag vessels. Often the ownership is hid­ den through a series of subsidiaries or charter arrangements. Most of the grain trading houses that make up NAEGA's membership are involved in the business of transporting commodities. While by no means complete, here is a glimpse of some of the global agribusiness giant's shipping connections; • Cargill, Inc., the largest privately owned company in the United States, with offices in 52 countries around the world, owned or chartered an ocean­ going fleet of 24 foreign-registered ves­ sels in 1985. Two years later, the agri­ business giant reported that it was ex­ panding its foreign-flag fleet. Among Cargill's fleet are the bulk/oil carriers, the Seneca and Sequoia, which are manContinued on page 4, supplement J- "I!: •t: •f �m- - • B':. . iW »®'• j,ng quarter. M- ..>t , • V-S • Soviets Buy More Wheat fc " 'l- WASHINGTW. PlumiP 1.7 miP S5:s;;;rh.'dbey^!rw°;;.';^4^ ggthew h'd^SlrwPI recejve ~ Cir-J-y-du.K Stories in the nation's press report on the highly profitable export grain sales subsidized by the •' '•A' I- : '?"••• . :l. M: • • «•. .% • -ft • •fv ,V!f J:•fe \ ':S' •" - r. • >•t . a 'Export Enhancement Program' is Another Way of Saying Bigger Tax Payer Suhsidies for Giant Grain Exporters Continued from previous page .fi • the legislative body prepares to debate ' the renewal of the 1985 Food Security Act, known as the farm bill. Their goal appears to be the repudia­ tion of a compromise that was worked out five years ago between farm groups and the maritime industry—^an arrange­ ment which enabled the two constituen­ cies to support each others' objectives. In 1985, as the so-called farm bill was being considered by Congress, the mari­ time industry agreed that certain govern­ ment-sponsored agricultural export pro­ grams would be exempted from cargo preference. In return, the farm interests agreed to increase the share of cargoes to be transported by U.S.-flag vessels from 50 percent to 75 percent under the government-donated food aid programs known as Food for Peace or I^blic Law 480 (P.L. 480) and Section 416. The compromise arrangement has been extremely profitable to giant farm and commodity interests, and has pro­ vided some basic underpinnings for the American-flag fleet. All worked well until the changing po­ litical climates in Eastern Europe led to an American aid program being enacted by Congress last fall. During the debate on that issue, the giant grain interests sought to bypass the use of Americanflag ships in the carriage of .food aid to Poland on the grounds that use of for­ eign-flag vessels would be cheaper and consequently would free up funds to buy more grain. This argument touched off an angry response from many members of Con­ gress who reasoned that if the grain in^ terests felt the low cost, low wage for­ eign-flag ships were to be used in the aid transaction, it then would be appropriate to similarly buy the grain that American taxpayers would be sending the Polish nation in the world market where a number of nations were offering com­ modities at lower-than-U.S. prices. The effort to eliminate cargo prefer­ ence laws from the food aid directed towards Poland and other Eastern Euro­ pean nations was soundly defeated in Congress. Many legislators reasoned that while aid to the emerging demo­ cratic countries was vital, it was also important to promote American farm products as well as the U.S.-flag fleet. Having been defeated in Congress last fall, the grain interests, spearheaded by the group known as the North American Export Grain Association, are making another try to torpedo U.S. shipping. SvefmmlOG, As this fight has been developing, the Seafarers LOG has been uncovering a great many facts which cast a cloud over the motivations and activities of the giant grain interests as they attempt to wipe out cargo preference laws—a pol­ icy that has protected America's eco­ nomic and national security since the end of World War II. Here are some of the facts that have come to Ught: Ship Cost Small Percent In fiscal 1989, for example, the De­ partment of Agriculture spent $1.4 bil­ lion to underwrite the foreign sales of agricultural products under the provi­ sions of P.L. 480 and Section 416 laws, which is government-donated aid. In the same year Agriculture laid out $72.2 mil­ lion to cover the cost differential between American and foreign ocean freight costs in carrying 50 percent of these P.L. 480 cargoes in U.S.-flag vessels. The Department of Transportation paid an additional $43.7 million in mari­ time subsidies to cover the remaining 25 percent of the cargo reserved for the American-flag fleet under the provisions of the 1985 Food Security Act. In other words, the $1.4 billion in sub­ sidies paid to agribusiness were 12 times greater than the total outlay of $116 milhon required to cover maritime's ocean freight differential. $7.2 Billion for Ag Exports In addition to the $1.4 billion spent on P.L. 480 and Section 416 aid cargoes, the Department of Agriculture had outlays of $5.8 billion to promote agricultural ex­ ports, which included the so-called Ex­ port Enhancement Program, guaranteed loans and other assistance programs. The U.S. government therefore spent a total of $7.2 billion dollars on behalf of the nation's agricultural exports. On the other hand, the cost of trans­ porting food aid cargoes on U.S.-flag vessels in the same time period, fiscal year 1989, was $116 miflion. Even if the Operating Differential Subsidy funds are added to the amount of funds the U.S.flag fleet receives from government ($220 million in FY 1989), the total monies spent on behalf of American shipping comes to $336 million. (It also should be noted that very little ODS funding goes to vessels engaged in the transport of P.L. 480 cargoes.) While the U.S. government spent $7.2 billion subsidizing American agricultural exports, it only spent $336 million to support a U.S.-flag fleet that is vital to the nation's security in times of national emergency and ensures that essential products reach America in the event of economic embargoes and boycotts called by foreign interests. Export Enhancement^rogram Under one of the agricultural export promotional initiatives known as the Ex­ port Enhancement Program, giant grain dealers enjoy a direct government sub­ sidy. Under EEP, a program established by the 1985 farm bill to make American agricultural commodities competitive with the subsidized food products of the European Community and other nations, an exporter receives a subsidy from the U.S. government for the difference be­ tween the American cost of the product and the commodity's world rate. The subsidy paid under the EEP pro­ gram is handed over to the exporter in the form of "bonuses" paid in certifi­ cates issued by the Commodity Credit Corporation, the Department of Agricul­ ture's wholly owned entity. The certifi­ cates can be transferred or sold to an­ other person or exchanged for commodities owned by the CCC. i The sweeping extent of the payout to agribusiness under the EEP program was contained in an analysis prepared by the General Accounting Office, the government's financial watchdog agency. The chart that appears at the bottom of page 4, supplement, shows the biggest beneficiaries of this program between September 1985 and February 1989. Some of the highlights of the GAO's re­ port show: • The company at the top of the list is Cargill, Inc., which received nearly $445 million of subsidy in the span of less than three and one-half years, more money than the entire maritime industry gets in government subsidies annually. • Of the 71 companies receiving EEP "bonuses," most are international com­ modity trading companies, financial in­ stitutions or giant agribusiness establish­ ments. • Twenty-six of the EEP recipients, or 37 percent, were beneficially owned by foreign interests. In one of the great ironies of the EEP program which was established to combat the heavy subsi­ dies the European Community was pro­ viding its agricultural community, a large amount of American government subsi­ dies are going to British, French, Italian, Swiss and Austrian companies. �:W-'-'M: - ••• !S|-WNI>!.-I.'jtli* •j'. '- • The total amount of U.S.-government subsidies going to foreign-controlled groups under the EEP program is close to $1 billion dollars or 38.5 percent of the total funds. • Subsidy payments totalling $66 million were divided among seven Japaneseowned exporting firms. • The General Accounting Office analy­ sis showed that, during the 29-month pe­ riod covered in its study, U.S. subsidies on wheat sold to the Soviet Union added up to $481 million—^the largest amount spent on shipments to any one country. • Wheat is the major item under the Export Enhancement Progr^, but bo­ nuses also are paid on a variety of prod­ ucts ranging from eggs to milk cows. Five countries were the biggest wheat buyers under the program: the Soviet Union, China, Algeria, Egypt and Mo­ rocco. ential costs to the U.S. government for shipping P.L. 480 and Section 416 cargo have declined as the U.S.-flag fleet mod­ ernizes. Statistics compiled by the U.S. De­ partment of Agriculture, PL480 Opera­ tions Division, show that the average ocean freight differential costs per met­ ric ton declined from $32.27 in 1986 to FreigM Rates and Ocean FieigM Diffeiential for SMpmenls of Food AM Pursuant to P.L 4N. Title l/tit 1982 Shipping Cost Goes Down While agricultural subsidies grow each year to keep American farm products competitive in the world market, it is costing the U.S. taxpayer less to main­ tain an American-flag commercial fleet. In other words, the ocean freight differ- 1984 ms 1986 I9g7 Hgg 1989 S64.23 SS6.30 $51.43 $59.36 $54.71 $28.15 $30.04 $28.02 $36.51 $39.11 $36.01 $32.27 $26.63 $23.84 $18.06 $49.46 $50.29 $44.63 $51.50 $46.64 $23.80 $17.52 $23.37 $31.06 $30.89 $29.03 $28.17 $23.82 $20.86 $15.42 All VMMIS/AII Caigoer. Averace U.S.-Fbg Rate Average Foictgn-Flag Rale Average Ocean Freight Differential $52.18 $37.63 $32.42 Balk VesselsflMisat Average U.S.-Fteg Rate : Average Forctgn-FUg Rate Average Ocean Fre^ Differential $51.26 $37.03 $29.27 Souree: Dau obtained fion the U.S. Depaitmenl of Agriculture. Ihiblic Law 480 Operations Division. P.L480 —TITLES I & ill AVERAGE OCEAN FREIGHT OIFFERENTIAIS (Dollars per Ton) Subsidies Reach 50 Percent Subsidies under the EEP program reached very high proportions. The GAO study reported that wheat sales were subsidized by 25 percent in 1986, 47 percent in 1987 and 29 percent in 1988. That meant that in 1987, when the sales price of wheat was $2.19 per bushel, the amount of subsidy received by the giant grain exporters was $1.04 per bushel. Wheat flour sales were subsidized by 51 percent in 1986, 78 percent in 1987 and 57 percent in 1988. In dollars that translates to a sales price of $7.33 per CWT for wheat flour in 1986 of which $3.74 was a U.S. taxpayer-supported subsidy. In 1987, the average sales price was $6.05 E^nd the government's bonus payment was $4.70. 198? Dollars 19N 1N7 IMI Data Source: U.S.D.A., P.L. 480 Operaiions Division $26.63 in 1987. The difference in cost between foreign-flag shipping and the American-flag fleet continued to decline in 1988 and 1989. The ocean freight dif­ ferential was down to $23.84 in 1988 and reached $18.06 in 1989. That's a savings of nearly 33 percent per metric ton in the span of just two years. V ''" • -i' Already Rebuffed by Congress Last October, many in Congress fore­ told the agribusiness conglomerates of the problems they would face when they attempted to challenge the cargo prefer­ ence requirement for transporting aid sent to the Solidarity-led Polish govern­ ment. "Why should American crews on ships most likely built in America, flying the flag of America, of companies that still choose to do business and stay here in our country be punished?" asked Congressman Larry Smith (D-Fla.). "It will be punishment, because the bottom line is that when those ships, if we agree with the (cargo preference opponents), come steaming into a harbor in Gdansk, they will be flying a Liberian flag." Congressman John Miller (R-Wash.) noted, "United States wheat costs be­ tween $161 and $166 per metric ton and European wheat costs about $158 per metric ton. So if the proponents of these amendments want to be fair, we should buy European wheat to help Poland. Under a truly open and competitive market, we could get more wheat and butter for Poland because European products are cheaper and they do not need to be shipped as far." Congressman Norman Lent (R-N.Y.) said Congress should support both the American farmer and American mer­ chant seaman. "Our nation needs both," he announced. Congressman David Nagle (D-Iowa) warned farm state groups, "I know what they are going to tell us next year when we ask for their help. I do not think we can grow com in hell, but that is where they are going to tell us to plant it." Congressman Robert Torricelli (DN.J.) summed up the feeling of a major­ ity of members by saying, "What we want is an American ship with an Amer­ ican flag unloading American product with an American label, headed toward a shelf to be read with an American flag on the container, so that it would be clear to all the Polish people that when they needed the United States, we were there." • I-'-. •- •:\2 • - . i ?i-l 4: ' 'l-'S •;. S'' :-V' Recipients of Taxpayer-Supported Subsidies for Agricultural Exports What follows is a list of companies that have received U.S. government subsidies for ex­ porting agricultural products under the Expert Enhancement Program from September of 1985 through February 28,1989. if the com­ pany is foreign owned or centroiied the coun­ try of the parent is listed as well. Company Owneishlp/Coiitroi Value of Subsidy Caiglll, IK. ConUnantal Grata Co. $444,943,150 429,124,477 399,1 Coni^Siibsidtaitar Pnny Co. CoaAgra Poalby Co. 95,605,542 30.296,154 19ar Bunge Corp." 71,M.854 62,555,624 49,263,672 45,023,393 Gimac Grata Co., IK. CAM USA, IK. Gold Mst, IK. Union EgaltyCoaparalin Exdianga •'»l»«9iata,lirL .... *«MMtataa1iradlp9}ligA 41,551,257 tad' ' I-.' - . - Geraai Riod Pncaison ArdiarDnlalt Midland SaksMlailei AOM Mllllag CO. FliiitiHiiaiiii-Kiiitii Malttn 35,450,434 100,621 llltA.Mc. .iKr iMlCiiy. 13,776,941 13,770,941 11,503,997 9,691,855 8,581,233 Land O Lakat, IK. CanyAgillalainliaMi Navada Etmali AmailcanMaiftatSanricw BaMafl and Comfnay mm m tatainallonil Maltltoods 7,985,544 5,615,956 SMtica, IK. HotalalB-Fratlan SarvICK BalfoarMidataa tal l Gran 4,690,164 4,352,452 4,033,764 Afflkar, tac. FWIIIp Bralfean, tac. NaUoaal Food Corp. HarvatI Stain Caopanrtba ^BalaidGi.: Piatimai Corp. Mtaanota MalUag Co. DSHUmtacklBt'llK. Cantral Stain EidaigfbK iMaRCorp. I «to^;Mailtai:Ca.v^ RaiarMaltiaBCo. Gntt Foodt, IK. T.K. IntamatloMl, IK. EndK Holtlaim Omnau Gtala Corp. 9iiNni SwiM Entaiprlan GoMan GBBM, tac. Dacotler Egg Faimt CHato naan GanMa^ 3.9«l,983| 3.7H,719| Httl latantata Trading Hlddaa Vilta Raacli P.S. tatamaaoaal McCall Saadart MarfcaUag Haiar and Compaay OalpWB Sklpplag A Tndiag AJC talaraattaaal, tac. Total EEP Subsidies 1,999,861 1.940,3H i2)j«,7l8" 1,593.258 1,553,561 1,413,810 1,330,622 1,215,722 1,061,639 989,974 708,803 '-501,047 ; 471,777 453,571 •i' • •. immi 180,000 .--tW »114.i00f 110,500 32,975 17,936 16,025 13,319 5,775 3,917 h • '"I'" - >-•, 1 $2,317,180,363 Muxni 3,177,154 3,164,421 2,977,300 2,718,538 • Nala: Total may not add due to rounding. SMrcn; Name ol company and amount ol EEP subsidy received is from GAO report (GAG/ NSLAD-90-59FS International Trade) compiled Irom data provided by USDA's Foreign Agriculture Service Oftice. Company ownership was established through business inlormaUon directories and databases. SMfams lOG, Hkf SupjrfMeiif—Poft 3 SW •' :? 'i •J f •if •• J. -.11 ffr J# -m M 'm �v \cc"*',S»s®- ^'SveV^*"^ ,no.tf>« otv<»«'atvto\^ o« ,w ***' -n.- .he •he --s^°Lr-;»^es::^,„,, M'...oeril Stories in the nation's 'Export Enhancement Program' is Another Way of Saying Bigger Tax Payer Suhsidies for Giant Grain Exporters Continued from previous page 'i'.- •. the legislative body prepares to debate the renewal of the 1985 Food Security Act, known as the farm bill. Their goal appears to be the repudia­ tion of a compromise that was worked out five years ago between farm groups and the maritime industry—an arrange­ ment which enabled the two constituen­ cies to support each others' objectives. In 1985, as the so-called farm bill was being considered by Congress, the mari­ time industry agreed that certain govern­ ment-sponsored agricultural export pro­ grams would be exempted from cargo preference. In return, the farm interests agreed to increase the share of cargoes to be transported by U.S.-flag vessels from 50 percent to 75 percent under the government-donated food aid programs known as Food for Peace or Public Law 480 (P.L. 480) and Section 416. The compromise arrangement has been extremely profitable to giant farm and commodity interests, and has pro­ vided some basic underpinnings for the American-flag fleet. All worked well until the changing po­ litical climates in Eastern Europe led to an American aid program being enacted by Congress last fall. During the debate on that issue, the giant grain interests sought to bypass the use of Americanflag ships in the carriage of food aid to Poland on the grounds that use of for­ eign-flag vessels would be cheaper and consequently would free up funds to buy more grain. This argument touched off an angry response from many rnembers of Con­ gress who reasoned that if the grain in­ terests felt the low cost, low wage for­ eign-flag ships were to be used in the aid transaction, it then would be appropriate to similarly buy the grain that American taxpayers would be sending the Polish nation in the world market where a number of nations were offering com­ modities at lower-than-U.S. prices. The effort to eliminate cargo prefer­ ence laws from the food aid directed towards Poland and other Eastern Euro­ pean nations was soundly defeated in Congress. Many legislators reasoned that while aid to the emerging demo­ cratic countries was vital, it was also important to promote American farm products as well as the U.S.-flag fleet. Having been defeated in Congress last fall, the grain interests, spearheaded by the group known as the North American Export Grain Association, are making another try to torpedo U.S. shipping. Seafarers LOG, May Supplement—Page 2 As this fight has been developing, the Seafarers LOG has been uncovering a great many facts which cast a cloud over the motivations and activities of the giant grain interests as they attempt to wipe out cargo preference laws—a pol­ icy that has protected America's eco­ nomic and national security since the end of World War 11. r Here are some of the facts that have come to light: Ship Cost Small Percent In fiscal 1989, for example, the De­ partment of Agriculture spent $1.4 bil­ lion to underwrite the foreign sales of agricultural products under the provi­ sions of P.L. 480 and Section 416 laws, which is government-donated aid. In the same year Agriculture laid out $72.2 mil­ lion to cover the cost differential between American and foreign ocean freight costs in carrying 50 percent of these P L. 480 cargoes in U.S.-flag vessels. The Department of Transportation paid an additional $43.7 million in mari­ time subsidies to cover the remaining 25 percent of the cargo reserved for the American-flag fleet under the provisions of the 1985 Food Security Act. In other words, the $1.4 billion in sub­ sidies paid to agribusiness were 12 times greater than the total outlay of $116 mil­ lion required to cover maritime's ocean freight differential. $7.2 Billion for Ag Exports In addition to the $1.4 billion spent on P.L. 480 and Section 416 aid cargoes, the Department of Agriculture had outlays of $5.8 billion to promote agricultural ex­ ports, which included the so-called Ex­ port Enhancement Program, guaranteed loans and other assistance programs. The U.S. government therefore spent a total of $7.2 billion dollars on behalf of the nation's agricultural exports. On the other hand, the cost of trans­ porting food aid cargoes on U.S.-flag vessels in the same time period, fiscal year 1989, was $116 million. Even if the Operating Differential Subsidy funds are . added to the amount of funds the U.S.flag fleet receives from government ($220 million in FY 1989), the total monies spent on behalf of American shipping comes to $336 million. (It also should be noted that very little ODS funding goes to vessels engaged in the transport of P.L. 480 cargoes.) While the U.S. government spent $7.2 billion subsidizing American agricultural exports, it only spent $336 million to support a U.S.-flag fleet that is vital to the nation's security in times of national emergency and ensures that essential products reach America in the event of economic embargoes and boycotts called by foreign interests. Export Enhancement Program Under one of the agricultural export promotional initiatives known as the Ex­ port Enhancement Program, giant grain dealers enjoy a direct government sub-; sidy. Under EEP, a program established by the 1985 farm bill to make American agricultural commodities competitive with the subsidized food products of the European Community and other nations, an exporter receives a subsidy from the U.S. government for the difference be­ tween the American cost of the product and the commodity's world rate. The subsidy paid under the EEP pro­ gram is handed over to the exporter in the form of "bonuses" paid ih certifi­ cates issued by the Commodity Credit Corporation, the Department of Agricul­ ture's wholly owned entity. The certifi­ cates can be transferred or sold to an­ other person or exchanged for commodities owned by the CCC. The sweeping extent of the payout to agribusiness under the EEP program was contained in an analysis prepared by the General Accounting Office, the government's financial watchdog agency. The chart that appears at the bottom of page 4, supplement, shows the biggest beneficiaries of this program between September 1985 and February 1989. Some of the highlights of the GAO's re­ port show: • The company at the top of the list is Cargill, Inc., which received nearly $445 million of subsidy in the span of less than three and one-half years, more money than the entire maritime industry gets in government subsidies annually. • Of the 71 companies receiving EEP ^'bonuses," most are international com­ modity trading companies, financial in­ stitutions or giant agribusiness establish­ ments. • Twenty-six of the EEP recipients, or 37 percent, were beneficially owned by foreign interests. In one of the great ironies of the EEP program which was established to combat the heavy subsi­ dies the European Community was pro­ viding its agricultural community, a large amount of American government subsi­ dies are going to British, French, Italian, Swiss and Austrian companies. �• The total amount of U.S.-government subsidies going to foreign-controlled groups under the EEP program is close to $1 billion dollars or 38.5 percent of the total funds. • Subsidy payments totalling $66 million were divided among seven Japaneseowned exporting firms. • The General Accounting Office analy­ sis showed that, during the 29-month pe, riod covered in its study, U.S. subsidies on wheat sold to the Soviet Union added up to $481 million—the largest amount spent on shipments to any one country. • Wheat is the major item under the Export Enhancement Program, but bo­ nuses also are paid on a variety of prod­ ucts ranging from eggs to milk cows. Five countries were the biggest wheat buyers under the program: the Soviet Union, China, Algeria, Egypt and Mo­ rocco. ential costs to the U.S. government for shipping P.L. 480 and Section 416 cargo have declined as the U.S.-flag fleet mod­ ernizes. Statistics compiled by the U.S. De­ partment of Agriculture, PL480 Opera­ tions Division, show that the average ocean freight differential costs per met­ ric ton declined from $32.27 in 1986 to - " Freight Rates and Ocean Freight Differential for Shipments of Food Aid Pursuant to P.L. 480, Title l/lll IW2 Shipping Cost Goes Down While agricultural subsidies grow each year to keep American farm products competitive in the world market, it is costing the U.S. taxpayer less to main­ tain an Americanrflag commercial fleet. In other words, the ocean freight differ­ I9K4 I9«.'i \jm 1^7 Average U.S.-Flag Rale $64.23 $56.30 $53.43 $59.36 $.54.71 Average Foreign-Flag Rate.... $28.15 $30.04 $28.02 $36.51 $39.11 $36.01 $32.27 $26.63 $23.84 $18.06 Average U.S.-Flag Rate $49.46 $50.29 $44.63 $51.50 $46.64 Average Foreign-Flag Rate $23.80 $17.52 $23.37 $31.06 $30,89 $29.03 $28.17 $23.82 $20.86 $15.42 Average Ocean Freight Difrercniial $52.18 $37.63 $32.42 Bulk Veuels/Wheat: Average Ocean Freight DifTcrential $51.26 $37.03 $29.27 Source: Data obtained from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Public Law 480 Operations Division. P.L 480 —TITLES I & III AVERAGE OCEAN FREIGHT DIFFERENTIALS (Dollars per Ton) Subsidies Reach 50 Percent Subsidies under the EEP program reached very high proportions. The GAO study reported that wheat sales were subsidized by 25 percent in 1986, 47 percent in 1987 and 29 percent in 1988. That meant that in 1987, when the sales price of wheat was $2.19 per bushel, the amount of subsidy received by the giant grain exporters was $1.04 per bushel. Wheat flour sales were subsidized by 51 percent in 1986, 78 percent in 1987 and 57 percent in 1988. In dollars that translates to a sales price of $7.33 per CWT for wheat flour in 1986 of which $3.74 was a U.S. taxpayer-supported subsidy. In 1987, the average sales price was $6.05 and the government's bonus payment was $4.70. I9K3 All Vessels/All Cargoes: Dollars . ^ V:, 1986 1987 1988 Data Source; U.S.D.A.. P.L. 480 Operations Division $26.63 in 1987. The difference in cost between foreign-flag shipping and the American-flag fleet continued to decline in 1988 and 1989. The ocean freight dif­ ferential was down to $23.84 in 1988 and reached $18.06 in 1989. That's a savings of nearly 33 percent per metric ton in the span of just two years. Already Rebuffed by Congress Last October, many in Congress fore­ told the agribusiness conglomerates of the problems they would face when they attempted to challenge the cargo prefer­ ence requirement for transporting aid sent to the Solidarity-led Polish govern­ ment. "Why should American crews on ships most likely built in America, flying the flag of America, of companies that still choose to do business and stay here in our country be punished?" asked Congressman Larry Smith (D-Fla.). "It will be punishment, because the bottom line is that when those ships, if we agree with the (cargo preference opponents), come steaming into a harbor in Gdansk, they will be flying a Liberian flag." Congressman John Miller (R-Wash.) noted, "United States wheat costs be­ tween $161 and $166 per metric ton and European wheat costs about $158 per metric ton. So if the proponents of these amendments want to be fair, we should buy European wheat to help Poland. Under a truly open and competitive market, we could get more wheat and butter for Poland because European products are cheaper and they do not need to be shipped as far." Congressman Norman Lent (R-N.Y.) said Congress should support both the American farmer and American mer­ chant seaman. "Our nation needs both," he announced. Congressman David Nagle (D-Iowa) warned farm state groups, "I know what they are going to tell us next year when we ask for their help. I do not think we can grow corn in hell, but that is where they are going to tell us to plant it." Congressman Robert Torricelli (DN.J.) summed up the feeling of a major­ ity of members by saying, "What we want is an American ship with an Amer­ ican flag unloading American product with an American label, headed toward a shelf to be read with an American flag on the container, so that it would be clear to all the Polish people that when they needed the United States, we were there." • Recipients of Taxpayer-Supported Subsidies for Agricultured Exports What follows Is a list of companies that have received U.S. government subsidies for ex­ porting agricultural products under the Expert Enhancement Program from September of 1985 through February 28,1989. If the com­ pany is foreign owned or controlled the coun­ try of the parent is llstdd as well. Company Catgill. Inc. Continental Grain Co. Loait Draytat Coip. Aitfer, Inc. ConAgra Subsidiaries Peavy Co. ConAgra Poulliy Co. RIchco Grain, Ud. The Pilfsbuiy Compaay Bunge Corp. Gamac Grain Co.. Inc. CAM USA. Inc. Gold Kisi, Inc. Union Equity Cooperative Eiciiange Tradlgiaia. int. Voest-Alpiae Tradhw USA Ownership/Control Value of Subsltly liaiy Great Britain Saribnlaad testiii $444,943,150 429.124,477 300.124.567 142.663.815 95.605.542 30.296,154 93.941.965 61.450.206 71.940.854 62.555.624 49.263.672 45.023.893 41,551.257 37.910.068 36.249.199 Archer Daniels Midland Subsidiaries ADM Milling co. Fleischmann-Kurtb Malting Eatradn IntoiMtiDaal Tonphr International FMmzil USA. Inc. Copnstates. Inc. Mitsiteteiii Int'l Cap. Anwrica Nichimnn. Inc. Land D'Lakes, tec. Carey Agri-lntemalional Nevada Esmah American Market Services Bartlett and Company Mambeni Amorican Corp. International Multiloods Central States Enterprises Tiadecoffl. Inc. Seivac International Nitslio tarai Amnrican Cmp Sunrice, Inc. Holstein-Fresian Services Balfour Maclaine Int'i Group Mitsui Grain Corp. Unza Intematittiial Livestock Fiondtert Matt Corp. Great Westem Mnlltag Co. Itilgnol USA. tec. Amber, Inc. Phillip Brothers. Inc. National Food Corp. Harvest States Cooperative C. Itah and Co. (America) Great BiKata Emepeae (tntQ naty Lefcaaaa Great Britala Japaa Canada Franca Canada ttaly 35.450.434 109.621 32.7B6.344 28.702.070 25,957.142 24.956.121 23.793.002 21.990.492 13.776.941 13,776.941 11.583.997 9.691.855 8.581.233 8.541.368 7,905,544 6.616,956 6.099.820 5.388.114 5,231.383 4,690,164 4,362.452 4,038,764 4.000.644 3.903.933 3.700.710 3.404.177 3.200.050 3.177.154 3.164.421 2.9n.800 2.786.536 2,110,536 Cereal Food Processors Eore-Maglirib. Inc. Elders Grain. Inc. Rahr Malting Co. Gress Foods, inc. T.K. International. Inc. Exodus Holstoins Overseas Grain Corp. Brown Swiss Emerprises Golden Genes, Inc. Decoster Egg Farms Fast Food Mnrcfcaadlsen Piotimex Corp. Minnesota Malting Co. Kanematni-GoalHi (USA) DSH Livestock Int'l Inc. Woodboase Dnke A Carey First Interstate Trading Hidden Villa Ranch P.S. Intemalional McCall Sanders Marketing Heller and Company Dolphin Shipping A Trading AJC Intemalional, Inc. Moracco Auctralia Canada Japan Great Brttala Total EEP Subsidies 1.999.861 1.940.371 1.649.768 1.593.256 1.553.561 1,413,810 1.330,622 1,215.722 1.061,639 989,974 708,803 588,847 471,777 453,571 436,759 180,000 114,996 110,500 32,975 17,838 18,025 13,319 5,775 3,917 $2,317,180,363 Note: Total may not add due to rounding. Sources: Name of company and amount of EEP subsidy received is from GAO report (GAD/ NSI-AD-90-59FS International Trade) compiled from data provided t)y USDA's Foreign Agriculture Service Office. Company owndrstnp was establistied ttirougti business information directories and databases Seafarers LOG, May Supplement—Page 3 �Iy V i -u y ||;.-- .,rr:''"" Grain Merchants and Their ForeignThrough Ties its president/CEO, Inter­ '•' :"nSL. Continued from page /, supplement aged by a Hong Kong-based company and registered in Liberia. • In addition to managing two Mexi­ can-flag bulkers, the Tepoztlan and the Tonatii, Continental Grain operates for­ eign ships through a network of subsidi­ aries and joint ventures. Among the par­ ent company's shipping groups are ContiShipping, Stellar Chartering and Brokerage, Inc. and Astral International Shipping Services. Vessels ultimately controlled by Continental include ones that fly the flags of Antigua & Barbuda, Panama, Cyprus, Liberia and India. Managers and agents for the vessels are based in West Germany, India and the Netherlands. • West German-based Alfred C. TOepfer is a giant agricultural group made up of cooperatives in West Ger­ many, the Netherlands, France, Canada and the United States. Fifty percent of the international grain trading company is owned by the American food con­ glomerate Archer Daniels Midland. Toepfer manages a fleet of Singaporeflag bulkers, containers and general cargo ships. • Mitsubishi, one of Japan's largest companies, manages the Philippine-flag bulkers Esperanza Marina, Fairway Ex­ press, Jovian Luzon and Star Beach, the Liberian-flag Camelia and the Panama­ nian-flag Glory Solar, Glory Spark, Glory Spirit and Glory Star. • The French company Louis Dreyfus is one of the world's biggest grain trad­ ers. The family-owned company is also one of France's largest shipowners. Louis Dreyfus owns or operates more than 100 ships, mostly bulkers. The company is half owner of Gearbulk, Ltd., a liner operation based in Norway. Among its French-flag bulkers are the Alain L.D., Charles L.D., Edouard L.D., Francois L.D. and Monique L.D. • Archer Daniels Midland, the giant commodity processing and merchandis­ ing corporation, announced last month that it would seek a deal with the Soviet Union, trading American grain for Rus­ sian-flag ships. The company now chart­ ers close to 100 foreign-flag ships to transport 35 million tons of agricultural commodities, primarily to the USSR. • Japanese trading house Mitsui serves as the agent for Panamanian-flag bulkers Oceanid and Muse. One of the huge conglomerate's subsidiaries is Mit­ sui OSK, a global shipping company op­ erating vessels registered in Japan, Pan­ ama and Liberia. • Behind the Femizzi name is Italy's agricultural-industrial-shipping giant. The Ferruzzi Group is Europe's largest agroindustrial company. Its subsidiaries in the U.S. include Ferruzzi USA, Artfer and Central Soya Company. Ferruzzi's shipping line Fermar is primarily en­ gaged in the bulk trades, while another subsidiary, Ferchim, operates chemicalcarrying vessels. Femizzi has a 50 per­ cent stake in Bulkitalia, a bulk carrier line. Members of the North American Export Grain Association a a company's ultimate control Is with a foreign parent, the country of origin has heen listed heslde the member group. Company Cargill, Inc. CenUnental Grain Tradigrain, inc. Bimge Corp. Alfred 0. Toepfer Int'l Inc. (1) Mitsubishi Intemationai Corp. ConAgra Grain Corp./Aiiiance Grain (2) Elders Grain, Inc. Louis Dreyfus Corp. Archer Danieis Midland Co. Gamac Grain Company MHsui Grain Corp. Cenlrai Soya Corp. Forruni USA Contrai Stales Enterprises bilerstafe Grain Corp. RalgraniUSA Maple Leaf Mils, Inc. Union Equity Cooperative Exchange 4. Anna Co. the Andersons Pasternak Baum & Co., Inc. James Richardson & Sons Ltd. SGS Controi Services Marubeni America Corp. Tidewater Grain Co. Ortac Intemationai fllchco Grain, Ltd. SiMntrado, Inc. Toyomonka (America), Inc. Woodhouse Corporation C. noh & Co. (America) Inc. Zon-Noh Unico American Corp. Granicorp, Inc. Alabama State Docks Part of corpus ChrisN Ownership/Control swiiiBnano European Japan Australia France Japan Itaiy Italy Italy Canada Canada Switzerland Japan Canada Switzerland Japan United Kingdom Japan Japan (1) Halt owned by a number of cooperatives based In Europe. ^) Both companies are subsidiaries of ConAgra. Inc. state Grain Con) is connected to Southem Star Shipping Co., Inc., based in New York. Southern Star Maritime owns a Panamanian-flag bulker managed by a Mitsui subsidiary. • Although Japanese-owned Marubeni has been trying to divest itself of its shipping operations, it serves as agent for an LPG carrier—the Panamanian-flag vessel, the Bear Naviera. • Grain trading company Richco is a Swiss company owned by Marc Rich. Rich, who now resides in Switzerland, is wanted in the United States for tax eva­ sion, racketeering and trading with the Ayatollah Khomeini during the Iranian hostage crisis. Among Rich's operations is an oil company and a fleet of sevep foreign-flag tankers. Many of the giant commodity trading conglomerates that make up NAEGA's membership do not have much at stake in the national security concerns of the United States, but instead are concerned with markets of global proportions. In attempting to destroy the U.S.-flag merchant marine, these immense agri­ business establishments are promoting their own interests—^foreign parents, for­ eign subsidiaries and foreign-flag fleets. The security of the United States in times of war and national emergency or the economic freedom from embargoes and boycotts by foreign interests is of little concern to world conglomerates whose allegiance is to global markets and intemationai profits. • The lllogic of the Grain Groups' Attempt to Scuttle U.S. Shipping The principle argument used by the spokesmen of the giant grain dealers, through their organization—^the North American Export Grain Association, is that they could buy more grain if their costs would go down. They suggest that foreign-flag shipping is cheaper than using U.S.-flag vessels, a notion the American maritime industry does not concede. In addition, the concept they apply to shipping, that foreign is cheaper, can also be extended to the purchase of commod­ ities. If government dollars bought grain for a lower cost on the world market, substantial savings could result for the American taxpayer. The American maritime industry holds that all purchases of food aid destined for beneficiary nations should be of products grown and produced in the U.S., just as at least 75 percent of the donated cargo should be carried on American bottoms. But if a cost argument is used to knock U.S.-flag shipping out of the food aid formula, then the same logic should be extended to the purchase of agricultur^ commodities. If American-flag shipping is barred from the carriage of grain, there is no longer any justification for not opening up the sales of commodities to the world­ wide market. In the table below is the cost in U.S. dollars per ton of wheat for the past (7) seven years and the first months of 1990. Wheat Value by U.S. Dollar per TonO) 1983 U.S.. EC. Aiislnlto 198« U.S EC 1985 U.8.. AnbiUs EC.... 1986 U.S.. .3162 . 145 . 148 .158 .$153 . 122 . 132 . 144 $145 . 118 . 129 . 143 1987 ...... .$114 U.S AIIMHM. . . . . . . . .. 00 1988 U.S........ ...... .$140 125 ArganllM 1989 U.S.. ...... .$171 AffMUn.. 1990 ....,..$130 U.S AiganUn.. . ....... 125 EC........ .$122 99 <^) SOUKM: 1983-6 data from the Intemationai Wheat Council in London. 1967-9 data from Wheat Statistics S Outlook Yearixok putiHshed t>y U.S. Department of Agriculti 'r9, Fetma/y 1990. USOA data refers to Hard Red Winter Wheat from the Gulf, f.o.b. per metric ton. Argentina's figures refer to that country's own grades. 1990 data is on Soft Red Wheat from the USOA Foreign Agricultural Service. And It's Not Just Wheat that Is Cheaper... (2) This year, a nation could buy com, sorghum, and butter for the following prices: Com U.S AfSenUna Swgtaiiii U.8 Aigeiitiin. $121.50 113.00 Battar U.S.. . EC. .. $2,276.81 . 1,480.66 $113.00 102.00 <2) Sourca: USOA Foreign Agricultiiral Service. Note Aigentina's sorghum bidudes the cost of shipping, which is not included in the U.S. ooat • 'r; :sf;a • -t -• . �''i' 'A'AAAAA',-'^PAAAA.:;^ A AAAA\ A- f/AfA':.-•' :AAA:m .- MAY 1990 IS rJA T he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 29 SIU members this month. From this group, a total of 17 sailed in the deep sea division. Seven came from the inland division, three were Great Lakes members and two came from the railroad marine division. The pensioner that began his career before any of the other retirees on this page is deck depart­ ment member William Henry Johnson. Brother Johnson became a deep sea member in February 1945. Both deep sea member Harold Whit­ man and Boatman Jack Kordich share the distinction of being the old­ est to retire. Each is 71 years old. DEEP SEA ADOLPHUS BROWN, 62, joined the Seafar­ ers in August 1965 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. The steward department vet­ eran was bom in Florida. Brother Brown served in the Navy in 1945 and upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1982. He re­ sides in Jacksonville from where he shipped most of his career. JOHN J. CAREY, 65, Joined the SIU in July 1953 in his native New York City. He served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946 before beginning his deck department career. Carey upgraded to recertified bosun in 1975 at Piney Point. He lives in Brooklyn. EDUOARD "LEE" DePARLIER, 64, joined the union in August 1948 in the port of New Orleans. The Tryon, N.C. native had his steward department career intermpted by a hitch in the Air Force from 1954 to 1958. He upgraded to recertified steward in 1981 at the Lundeberg School. Brother De Parlier was a member of the Sailors Union of the Pacific, an SIUNA af­ filiate, before transferring to the SIU. He has retired to Mobile, Ala. LONNIE S. DUKES, 65, joined the Seafarers in March 1968 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Bom in Pickens, S.C., he served in the Army from 1943 to 1946. Brother Dukes sailed in the steward department. He calls Spencer, N.C. home. GEORGE FILOMIO, 65, joined the SIU in March 1951 in his native New York City. He served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. Brother Filomio sailed in the engine depart­ ment. He resides in Seattle, Wash. WH^LIAM HENRY JOHNSON, 65, joined the union in Febmary 1945 in the port of Baltimore. The Corrie, Pa. native had his deck department career divided by the Army from 1951 to 1953. PAUL G. LIGHTELL, 63, joined the Seafarers in April 1951 in his na­ tive New Orleans. He served in the Army from 1949 to 1951. Early in •A- To Our New Pensioners .. .Thanks for a Job Well Done JE^ach month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recent­ ly have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. his career. Brother Lightell sailed in the galley gang on Alcoa and Missis­ sippi Steamship vessels. He up­ graded to recertified steward in 1982 at Piney Point. He calls Metairie, La. home. JAMES MASTROKALOS, 55, joined the SIU in January 1982 in the port of New York. A native of Greece, he worked in the deck de­ partment. Brother Mastrokalos has retired to Freehold, N.J. FULGENCIO PEREZ, 65, joined the union in March 1969 in the port of Balti­ more. The deck department vet­ eran was bom in Ponce, Puerto Rico. Brother Perez currently lives in Baltimore. ROBERT E. RAYMER,65, joined the Seafar­ ers in November 1957 in the port of Baltimore. The native of Rockford, 111. served in die Navy from 1945 to 1952. Brother Raymer sailed in the black gang before retir­ ing to Hagerstown, Md. HARRELD F. REED, 65, joined the SIU in December 1955 in the port of New York. He was bom in Clinton, Iowa and served two hitches in the Navy, from 1942 to 1945 and from 1948 to 1950. The en­ gine department veteran also w^ a member of District 2 MEBA. He calls Philadelphia home. HAROLD D. STRAUSS, 65, joined the union in June 1962 in the port of San Francisco. The New York City native served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946 before joining the Sailors Union of the Pacific, an SIUNA affiliate. Brother Strauss up­ graded to recertified steward in 1981 at the Lundeberg School. He resides in Pittsburg, Calif. LAMBERT H. WALDROP, 55, joined the Seafar­ ers in November 1958 in the port of Mobile, Ala. He sailed on Alcoa and Water­ man vessels early in his career before upgrading to re­ certified steward in 1980 at Piney Point. Brother Waldrop still lives in his native Panama City, Fla. WH^LIAM WALTON, 60, joined the SIU in May 1961 in the port of Wilming­ ton, Calif. The Los Angeles na­ tive upgraded to QMED in 1974 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Walton now calls Federal Way, Wash. home. HAROLD WHITMAN, 71, joined the union ip January 1957 in the port of Seat­ tle, Wash. He was bom in Johnsonburg, Pa. and served in the Army Air Force from 1942 to 1945. Brother Whitman upgraded his deck department endorsements in 1977 and 1979 at Piney Point. He has re­ tired to Seattle. SEYMOUR WOLFSON, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in May 1957 in his native Brooklyn. The deck department veteran upgraded to recertified bosun in 1982 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Wolfson calls Fre­ mont, Calif, home. BRANTLEY YOUNG JR., 60, joined the SIU in 1955 in the port of New York. A native of Burke County, N.C., he served in the Army from 1953 to 1955. Brother Young shipped in the galley gang before he retired to Connelley Springs, N.C. ERNEST P. DeMERSE, 62, joined the union in December 1961 in the port of Detroit. He was bom in Raco, Mich, and served in the Air Force from 1946 to 1949. Boatman DeMerse sailed in the deck depart­ ment. He lives in Brimley, N.C. WALTER GRIMES, 60, joined the Seafar­ ers in January 1971 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. The native of Marquez, Texas shipped in the deck depart­ ment. Boatman Grimes calls Or­ ange, Texas home. LUTHER JONES, 62, joined the SIU in July 1970 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He was bom in Ohio. Boatt^ Jones shippedas a tugboat captain. rte has retired to Pooler, Calif. JACK P. KORDICH, 71, joined the union in September 1978 in Wil­ mington, Calif. A native of Astoria, Ore., he sailed in the engine depart­ ment on Crowley Maritime vessels. Boatman Kordich lives in Eugene, Ore. HUGH PHILPOTT,62, joined the Seafar­ ers in December 1963 in the port of St. Louis. He served in the Army from 1950 to 1951. Boatman Philpott sailed in the black gang. He still resides in his native Louisville, Ky. RUCIEA. PEVETO,66, joined the SIU in August 1964 in Port Arthur, Texas. After serv­ ing in the Navy from 1942 to 1945, Boatman Peveto sailed in the deck department on Interstate Oil and Dixie Carriers vessels. He continues to live in his native Orange, Texas. GEORGE W. WALKUP, 65, joined the union in December 1956 in the port of Baltimore. The Crawley, W.Va. native served in the Army from 1943 to 1945. Boatman Walkup sailed as a mate for Harbor Towing. He calls Baltimore home. LUCIO GIUFFRE, 65, joined the Seafarers in June 1960 in the port of Detroit. A native of Italy, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Giuffre lives in St. Clair Shores, Mich. V-,/: 5,; Si... 'Um. ll^iT ' imf "A.- -1.. ALI A. SALEH, 65, joined the SIU in June 1959 in the port of De­ troit. A native of Yemen, he shipped in the en­ gine department. Brother Saleh cur­ rently resides in Dearbom, Mich. NORBERTJ. WIECHECKI, 62, joined the union in July 1961 in the port of Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. Bom in Hamtramck, Mich., he served in the Navy from 1945 to 1946 and 1950 to 1951. Brother Wiechecki sailed in the deck depart­ ment. He has retired to Toledo, Ohio. HENRY R. MEAD, 63, joined the Seafar­ ers in July 1960 in the port of New York. After serv­ ing in the Navy from 1944 to 1945, the Union City, N.J. native sailed in the deck department for the Pennsylvania and New York Cross Harbor railroads. He calls North Bergen, N.J. home. DOMENIC OTTOFARO, 58, joined the SIU in July 1959 in the port of Norfolk, Va. A native of Newport News, Va., he served in the Navy from 1952 to 1956. Brother Ottofaro worked for the C&O Rail­ road in the deck department. He re­ sides in Williamsburg, Va. If---' ;• ;y:?! ^ �• , ,.IP: i •.. ^ SOFARIRS106 16 Dispatcheis' Report for Doop Soa APRIL 1-30, 1990 \S'-: .•' .. •!' •.>•-. .' • •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip ReUefs ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C '^y::.t4' tr,' .' ... , TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C M0berdiif) iofte^ Inlaad llfofen DECK DEPARTMENT Port I; ••". •;• • •• • ... -s •. J,', r.j''" ,•.; • • . 5 ••.? 1 5 Piney Point Monday, June 4 New York Tuesday, June 3 Phiiadelpliia Wednesday , June 6 Baitlmore Thursday, June 7 Norfolk • ;r' ^ Totals Port_ AJ^onac J imiiayvJune S i'v» '' ENGINE DEPARTMENT li' ii::yasE:» 1 4 0 ''' C ': A ' '''V' '' . •. Monday; liineJl Tuesday, June 12 • Mobile Wednesday , June 13 . Smlrancisco ' . J Thursday, June 14 % ' ,v ,• >v- fc--y 7 Franciscapil 4 n 7 1 ;• S£ Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu f=;;^ Houston; St. Louis Totals Port y-' 157 118 43 STEWARD DEPARTMENT '£ 'V •' \ ^v:-; ^K^/^£'.r y '' ^ 'r Wiimii^itfMi •• '.-v' 'V-,'- • •" -v'aP Jadkswnvilte iiiyyiy;"'.' i './x Tliuiiday,^ Juho 7 Jillliii". Thurscfey, June 7 K • .. v^V."' Monday, June 18 Seattle I^ay, ^SaB.JhUm : Thursday, June 7^ £ St, tonb Fiiday, June 15 Howdulu Friday, June 15 -v-r'" , ^ I'-f- ££ ; /ii' Onliith Wednesday, June 13 Jersey City Wednesday, June 20 New Bedford Tuesday, June 19 ••• . y-'S- <•5 ^ •t'i, 0 'vV'l'.-V'v'- < / o'-'-^ - 0 0 0 2: 1 13 •-;0.£.-S 4 0 I ;;..£: 0 1 114 " I 1 ;-i 0 -!t'gpi- 0 0 , 0 2 1 18 12 28 ' . 24 13 3 , &u J. : 6' 6 8 23 21 21 21 1 4 7 4 20 6 0 0 0 152 0 158 9 14 63 5 2 162 f,' 12 • 4 ...55, :, 0, 307 2^ 284 1,133 265 626 441 264 453 Totals All Departments 645 400 319 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. •Shipping In the month of April was down from the month of March. A total of 1,266 jobs were shipped on SIU-<»ntracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,266 jobs shipped, 453 jobs or about 36 percent were taken by **A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 284 trip relief jobs were sh^iped. Since the trip relief prt^ram began on April 1, 1982, a total of 12,065 jobs have been shipped. . "2_ Seattle Hall Is Trying To Contact Seven Members For Money Due Them Company checks are in the port of Seattle for the following mem­ bers, Please send a letter with a return address and a photostatic copy of the individual's merchant marine document to Bob Hall at the Seattle hall, 2505 First Ave­ nue, Seattle, WA 98121. G. H. Ahulau Manuel Cantre E. Limon Kenneth McMillan R. Nguyen Artoro Sias J. C. Zachary Personals ALRIC COOK Please contact Alicia Cook as soon as possible. y-- 'y-', ,• 'J'f' 'W'": �V-'- ',• « 'y. -"tlf--': MAY 1990 m :' f: •"•r'"^• fi" '^,'' ''^' Letters to tiie Editor SIU Pensioners in Austraiia Grateful for Seafarers LOG After having spent half my life in Australia, within a few months I shall retum to live in Wales. I can assure you that our retired mem­ bers have been grateful for the LOGS I have distributed, especial­ ly our social welfare officer. Hank Helman. Hank reads every item in your journal... Tomorrow, as usual. Hank and myself will be marching in the an­ nual Anzac Day parade, but this year he will have an extra honour added to his row of medals. This year he was honoured by the mayor of Fremantle with a medallion declaring him citizen of the year. And not long ago he told me he had received recognition for war ser­ vice from the U.S.A. I believe the LOG gave him the needed infor­ mation to apply for it. I really hope you succeed in ac­ quiring a larger U.S.-flag fleet of merchant vessels; you certainly try hard enough. Edward Whitehead Fremantle, Western Australia Editor's note: BrotherWhitehead was the subject of an article ap­ pearing in the October 10, 1989 edition of The West Australian which told about the fatal crash of a charter plane in Norway and how Edward Whitehead believes the crash may be connected with a strange experience he had in the same location 39 years ago. "... In 1950, Mr. Whitehead was a deckhand aboard a rusty Norwegian trampship bound from Denmark to Flensburg, on the German border. " 'It was a clear June morning, the sea and air were calm.Then for no apparent reason, the ship's compass needle started spinning madly. It didn't stop for about 12 minutes.' "He believes the plane, which killed 55 people upon crashing, may have experienced the same disorienting natural forces he did while crewing that freighter. '1 put it down to the very same thing— electro-magnetic interference in the atmosphere,' Whitehead said. " 7 went over the position,and 1 was looking at it and 1 thought, by God, if it happened to a ship, per­ haps it could occur higher in the heavens,' he said." devices, vacuum tubes, antennas, radio circuitry, digital circuitry, etc.). I really feel that because of this course and all the other very good courses at the school that the SIU is able to supply the industry with the highest trained and most competent seafarers available. Merchant crew slept with their clothes on, never knowing when they would be torpedoed. On ships that were armed, crews were as­ signed to gun stations in addition to performing regular duties... At the end of 1942, the Merchant Marine total loss was greater than that of the armed forces... Many were taken prisoner of war and never compensated, leav­ ing their families to poverty. Yet families of the military were provided for. Some 733 American merchant Steve W. Bigelow Mount Vernon, Washington Editor's Note: This letter was originally received by Ken Conklin, vice president of the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, who forwarded it to the Seafarers LOG. LOG-A-RHYTHM I have just completed the Marine Electronics Technician course on March 30,1990.1 would like to thank you for the quality of my learning experience at the school. The course made available to me a very large amount of infor­ mation in a relatively short period of time. The fact that we had the finest training equipment available was instrument in my being able to digest and understand the wide range of information that is in­ volved in this field (semiconductor ;• • v.-i- Peter Salvo, McKeesport, Pennsylvania On Loan by Lisa Belle Cross (This poem was written by the daughter of AB Jimmy Cross who ships out of the port of Houston.) Compensation Sought for Families Of Merchant Marine Seafarers I have a daddy, he's gone to sea. That's the lady who stole him from me. A saucy winch, with waves galore. And beautiful places outline her shore. '^ I can't blame her for taking my dad, On loan, mind you, lest I get mad. A long time ago he was t^en from me By another lady, but not by the sea. Never again will he stray from my heart, No matter how long or how far apart. His eyes of blue bum deep in my mind. His hands so gentle, his words so kind. Songs on the radio, so sad to hear, I look out the window and who should appear. So listen lady, with shores and waves, Give back to me, what I to you gave. He's only on loan, but he's mine to keep. Remember that as he falls asleep. Remember my daddy with eyes of blue. And give me back soon what I loaned to you. Editor's Note: What follows is a copy of a letter to the editor, writ­ ten by SIU member Peter Salvo, which was sent to newspapers in Pennsylvania. Brother Salvo also provided a copy to Emil Mrkonic, a member of the Pennsylvania state legislature. Now that most Merchant Marine veterans of World War 11 are dead, they finally are given veterans status. Lack of knowledge contributed to this crime of 43 years. The Mer­ chant Marine march in no parades nor are these se^en mentioned on Memorial Day. -Many were recruited from this area and trained by the Coast Guard -I • '•'•i i r- -I" It's Sign-Up Time for SIU Family Vacations at Piney Point The Seafarers Hany Lundeberg School of Seamanship is available over the summer months as a vaca­ tion site for SIU members and their families. Nestled on the banks of the St. George's Creek in Piney Point, Md., there are boating and fishing activities available to vacationing seafarers and their families. The school's great location also allows for day trips throughout his­ toric southem Maryland and the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. UNION MEMBER VACATION RATES A vacation stay at the Lundeberg School is limited to two weeks per family. Member Spouse Child • $40.40/day $9.45/day $9.45/day Note: There is no charge for children under the age of 12. The prices listed above include all meals. Send completed application form to Seafarers Training & Recreation Cen­ ter, Piney Point, Md. 20674 or call (301)994-0010. SEAFARERS TRAINING & RECREATION CENTER ^ i i Training Makes Competent Seafarer ships were lost from enemy action during World War II. One of every 35 seamen was killed from enemy action. Only the Marines suffered a higher percentage casualty rate. 'Hie reward of victory was not shared with our Merchant Marine seamen who were treated as third class citizens. My question now is: Will the families or children of the greatest seamen of our century be compensated? Reservation Information Name:. Social Security Number: 1 Book Number: Address: Telephone #: ( ) Number in Party/Age of Children, if applicable: Dale of Arrival 2nd choice: 1st choice: Stay is limited to two weeks. Date of Departure: 3rd choice: . 5/90 • ,..v •.i, • ' . u.. " f' ''V - '.• : -M mmmss �samasm n Wmwri IhknBinami Dispatchers* Report for Great Lakes CU-Gompany/Lakes APRIL 1-30, 1990 r'Tv:^; - r •• L—Lakes NP—Non Priority •TOTAL REGISTERED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups All Groups All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP Port _ DECK DEPARTMENT liiiiifMiir 0 . -. y •-•• 'iHmillrV" 111 Port ENGINE DEPARTMENT Ni T; '/ m-h'- Port 'j:IAlgona# STEWARD DEPARTMENT OrH'" 6 ENTRY DEPARTMEOT IQ 0 0 Port "'• ' '^ :-t 'J •' ':•• '• < 32 Totals All Departments 0 50 30 0 54 6 0 86 51 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Dispatchers* Report for iniand Waters APRIL 1-30, 1990 '.•• fi-. •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C •V '' : 'r-.,- II TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT HI-.:' t!-. k-: i-' : I 'I. f:. '"i;. »••-,- '•• • • •.: v#i:'. ' 't Hi. •'I* '.f llHl ily. -.-•'Si'h >-v : •' ,"<- . . '. •". ' • • :v/ m •'Is HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301)899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Balhmore, MD 21202 (301) 327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU •n-;, ? 636 Cooke St. 'I H' Honolulu, HI 96813 (808)523-5434 I- v'' HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904)353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201) 435-9424 •IfeHMOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island I^wy. I Mobile, AL 36605 ; .':0: (205)478-0916 NEW BEDFORD III 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508)997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. ;|New Orleans, ,LA 70130;i<:;-v:.'MHI^ (504)529-7546 NEW YORK 'J '!< . 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718)499-6600 H-'l: 'NORFOLK . 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215)336-3818, •n-'W.tWiSS: PINEY POINT St. Mary's County Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 ^ .SAN FRANCISCO « 350 Fremont St. -« San Francisco, CA 94105 ^ (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division l| (415) 861-3400 •|. SANTURCE -I: 1057 Fernandez Juncos Si. - * Stop 16 . f Santurce, PR 00907 (809)721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206)441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 V (213) 549-4000 '• liife 1 i^'Kr r-Jl HSi:! ..|H l' ii.' I'll .r-S •y'Sif:, 1• •• <1.1. CORRECTIONS Totals Ail Departments 54 16 42 61 16 40 203 88 91 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. In an article about SIU cooks winning a prize in a culinary show on page 5 of the April 1990 Seafarers LOG, we iden­ tified one of the cooks as Lauren Grume. Her correct name is Lauren Oram. We regret any problems this may have caused. In an article about Henry Bentz vis­ iting Maryland on page 28 of the April 1990 Seafarers LOG, we stated SIU Vice President of Collective Bargaining Angus "Red" Campbell was bom and raised in Pittsburgh, Pa. Campbell was bora in Scotland, came to the United States as a child and was raised in Pittsburgh. • ^3 .- 'vf; �MAYim r - V •; as possible, on occasion, because of space Imitations, some wlH be omitted. Ships minutes are reviewed by the union's contract departnmt. Those upon receipt of the shifm minutes. BROOKS RANGE(Interocean Manage­ ment), February 25 — Chairman M. G. Gutierrez, Secretary Joseph Petett, Educational Director Robert Hamii, En­ gine Delegate Fred Vpgler, Steward Delegate John Browder. Chairman told crew ship would run between Valdez, Alaska and Long Beach, Calif, until fur­ ther notice. He thanked deck department for keeping vessel in top shape and steward department for great food. Secretary thanked company for supply­ ing top-rate movies. Educational director reminded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate asked for union official to find out why company will not call for a standby when ship docks in Long Beach. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. He also expressed black gang's best wishes to QMED Rick Cavender on getting 3rd assistant en­ gineer job with D2/MEBA. No beefs or disputed OT from the steward delegate. Crew reminded to give to SPAD. Crew asked contracts department for a listing of officials at union halls and to review the time for members to be on ship. They also asked Seafarers LOG to supp­ ly card with welfare information and 24hour "800" number. Next ports: Long Beach and Valdez. FRANCES HAMMER (Ocean Shipholding), February 4 — Chairman Richard Wilson, Secretary Rebecca Sleeper, Educational Director Richard Parrish, Deck Delegate George Bonneville, En­ gine Delegate George Demetropoulos, Chairman noted crew returned to vessel one hour before sailing. If any members have beef, he told them to follow the usual procedure by advising departmen­ tal delegate first. Secretary thanked crew for being cooperative and courteous in helping barbecue clean up. Educational director reminded members to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer announced $218.60 in movie fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew asked that soil drink machine be repaired or replaced and mattresses be replaced. Crew asked company to request standbys from Jack­ sonville hall. Crew thanked steward department overall and Chief Steward Felix Camacho for great bqrbecue. FIRST LT. JACK LUMMUS(Amsea), February 8 — Chairman Tom Doran, Secretary Anthony Curran, Educational Director R. Tannis. Secretary discussed newest facts involving drug testing. He gave members copies of new shipping rules if they had not been received al­ ready. Educational director advised mem­ bers to attend Piney Point in order to make better pay. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Edv Iward Stoelzel stepped down as ship's chairman. Tom Doran was nominated and elected. GROTON(Ape\ Marine), February 10 — Chairman Neil D. Matthey, Secretary M. Deloatch, Educational Director J. R. Carnell, Deck Delegate C.Smith, En­ gine Delegate Pablo Ramos, Steward Delegate Kenneth Long. Chairman an­ nounced payoff scheduled upon arrival at Stapleton, N.Y. He urged members to donate to SPAD. Secretary updated members on USCG drug testing. He reminded members to read Seafarers LOG and upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted two showers had not been repaired and new television antenna was needed. Steward department thanked for excel­ lent food preparation. Next port: Stapleton. LIBERTY MM KE (Liberty Maritime), February 18 — Chairman Benedict Veiner, Secretary Paul Stubblefield, Deck Delegate Sam Johnson, Engine Delegate Mike Langenbach, Steward Delegate Joseph Brooks. Chairman an­ nounced rooms would be inspected prior to payoff in Texas. Educational director reminded members not to throw plastics over side and to save aluminum con­ tainers so they could be put ashore. Dis­ puted OT reported by engine and steward delegates. No brofs or disputed OT reported by deck delegate. Crew thanked SIU Port Employee Steve Ruiz of Houston for assistance in earlier OT dispute. Crew concemed survival suits do not fit properly and alarm bells sound without reason. Crew asked company to issue draws when vessel is in port for weekend and repay transportation expen­ ses upon arrival. Crew noted no payoff at end of year as per contract. Crew also thanked steward department for fipesh salads and Job well done. M4K4G(/£Z (Puerto Rico Marine), February 25 — Chairman Nick Kratsas, Secretary Jose Chacon. Chairman asked contract departmeiit to return sixth AB to vessels, rather than increase salaries. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked Chief Steward Jose Chacon and Chief Cook Theodore Quammie for a good job. Deck department also thanked as really good crew. OVERSEAS NEW ORLEANS (Maritime Overseas), February 11 — Chairman Calvin Miles, Secretary David Velandra, Educational Director Richie Wilson, Steward Delegate Hasson Saleh. Chairman reminded Group 3 members to apply for upgrading at Piney Point before registering to ship. He also talked about licensed personnel handling unlicensed work. Secretary urged mem­ bers to donate to SPAD to stop attacks on the Jones Act. He told crew wearing of hats, caps, t-shirts and muscle shirts was not allowed in galley during meals. No beefs or disputed OT report^. Next ports: Corpus Christi, Texas and New York. SEA-LAND ACHIEVER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), February 11 — Chairman N. Prats, Secreta^ R. Griswold, Educa­ tional Director H. Schlueter. Education­ al director advised members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $90 in recreation fund and $70 in ship's fund. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew asked welfare department to review pen­ sion benefits and procedures. Crew thanked Bosun N. Prats for making cribbage board. Crew noted wheelhouse fountain had been broken for 45 days and both sinks in galley should have run­ ning water. llfS-l CAROLINA (Puerto Rico Marine), March 18 — Chairman Edwin Rivera, Secre­ tary R. R. Maldonaldo, Engine Dele­ gate Elkin Kent. Chairman said patrolman from San Juan hall came aboard to discuss problem with outsiders eating food and leaving mess in crew's lounge. Educational director urged crew to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward depart­ ment thanked for a job well done. (J 1^7 J ~ :f •'y-A jt W i K-ia'aiv-SSM SEA-LAND CRUSADER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), February 6 — Chairman Joseph Osorio, Secretary James Tucker. Chair­ man advised crew to upgrade at Lun­ deberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Latest drug testing policy posted on bulletin board. Crew reported new washing machine needed. Crew re­ quested information on vacation and pen­ sion policies. Steward department thanked for job well done. SEA-LAND EXPRESS(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), February 11 — Chairman Billy E, Harris, Secretary Joe Zurick, Educa­ tional Director A. Jasamillo, Deck E>elegate Carl Lipkin, Engine Delegate Dominago Milla, Steward Delegate David R. West. Chairman reminded members to lock movies when in port. Treasurer reported $4 in movie fiind after 43 movies were purchased. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew received Seafarers LOG in Yokohama, Japan. Crew asked contracts department to review length of sailing time and medical insurance for members. Crew thanked Chief Steward Joe Zurick for purchasing fresh produce in Singapore and noted company could save money by buying produce there. Crew noted David West is most energetic and hard working GSU with whom they have sailed. Crew also thanked Chief Cook Sam Y. Kassin for great meals. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. USNS CAPELLA (IMC), February 11 — Chairman David N. Martz, Secretary H. M. Davis, Educational Director R. Smith, Deck Delegate Howard Venezia, Engine Delegate John J. Ferren, Steward Delegate Richard Emanuel. Chairman announced new VCR was installed in Pusan, Korea. He said transportation paid only when roundtrip is completed. Secretary asked crew to secure condiments when ship is at sea. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Oakland, Calif. USNS STALWART(U.S. Marine Manage­ ment), February 18 — Chairman Albert W. Austin, Secretary Donna Black. Chairman said he would look into holi­ day pay situation. He urged crew to get f. • "-v . . ,f ~ I" . I Under the Sun—Pumpman John G. Gomard works the winch controls aboard the MV Patriot (Ocean Car­ riers) in Diego Garcia. CHARLES L. BROWN(Transoceanic Cable Ship), March 30 — Chairman Jeremiah Harrington, Secretary Delvin Wilson, Deck Delegate Alan Lautermilch, Steward Delegate Dorene Molise. Chairman reminded members to have their first quarter dues pmd. He noted ice machine and dryer still not working and aft air conditioner not work­ ing well. Treasurer armounced scrap metal would be sold and proceeds used for cookout. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew worried that reefer boxes have not been working properly and sug­ gested company check them. FALCON CHAMPION(Seahawk Manage­ ment), March 17 —Chairman John Chermesino, Secretary M. P. Cox, Edu­ cational Director Michael Kovach. Chairman announced ship would have partial discharge in Providence, RI be­ fore heading to New York. He said ves­ sel would sail to clean out tanks before layup in Norfolk, Va. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Next ports: Provi­ dence, New York and Norfolk. FALCON LEADER (Seahawk Manage­ ment), March 3 — Chairman Leroy E. Temple, Secretary Michael A. Wil­ liams, Deck Delegate Norman Orrmins. Steward Delegate Rodney Ponteflet Chairman noted licensed per­ sonnel performing work of unlicensed crew. He requested articles be broken in Houston. Deck and engine delegates re­ ported beefs. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward delegate. Next port: Houston. GAL VESTOWflAK (Sea-Land Service), March 18 — Chairman Paul M. Butterworth, Secretary T. J. Smith, Ed­ ucational Director Alfredo Cuevas, Deck Delegate Joseph J. McGill, En­ gine Delegate Daniel L. Johnson, Stew­ ard Delegate Joe L. Clark. Chairman announced payoff to be held March 24 in Elizabeth, NJ. He said captain has right to check rooms for drugs and alco­ hol when there is just cause. He told crew he was getting off this trip and en-* joyed working with them. Treasurer an­ nounced $147.50 in movie fund. No Contuwed on page 20 ii; ' fa ,4 ^ SEA-LAND COMMITMENT(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), February 11 — Chairman Leon Jekot, Secretary C. Veazie, Educational Director D. Bush. Chairman noted steam tables and booster heater in galley needed repair. Chairman and secretary re­ quested company supply a larger amount of fresh and frozen vegetables. Educa­ tional director urged members to donate to SPAD and upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. USNS L YNCH (Mar Ship Operators), February 28 — Chairman James Keith, Secretary Warren G. Lombard, Educa­ tional Director Charles Edmonds, Deck Delegate Thomas Guffey, Steward Delegate Leo Franklin. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. All delegates sought clarification of OT. They noted purser was questioning OT sheets. Next port: Gulfport, Miss. Displaying the Union Label—Pictured above are three members of the Atlantic's crew, taken in LaPorte, Texas. They are, from the left: Chief Sea-i-land ucii ivj r^uoiiiiiuo Steward P.O. Bozeman, Bosun W.C. Byrd and Chief Electrician John Ashley. Approximately four Sea-Land ships pay on in that Galveston Bay port each month. acquainted with union {tolicy and con­ tract to know rules and rights. Educa­ tional director told members to read shipping rules, constitution and medical benefits information. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Chief Steward Luana Groves thanked deck department for excellent work. Crew thanked Groves, Chief Cook Stephen Bates and SA Miles Copeland for excellent food. 4 !# i- " . �••; —•r;..V25(; SEAFARERS m 20 Ships Digests Continued from page 19 beefs or disputed OT reported. Members reminded to clean rooms if they are sign­ ing off this trip. Steward department given vote of thanks. Next ports: Elizabeth and Portsmouth, Va. P.k- v\': 'Vf'"'''••• I W ""'•> yt- HUMACAO (Puerto Rico Marine), March 11 — Chairman L. Rodrlgues, Secre­ tary H. Galicki, Educational Director W. Turner, Deck Delegate J. Korchak, Engine Delegate B. Clark, Steward Del­ egate D. Herrera. Chairman said all was running smoothly. He noted ship would pay off in Elizabeth, NJ and reminded those getting off to turn in thieir dirty linen. No brcfs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported trouble with keeping out­ siders out of fruit and night lunch. Stew­ ard department thanked for job well done. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. LIBERTY SPIRIT (Liberty Maritime), March 11 — Chairman J. R. Colangelo, Mr'l rVi-. At Work—AB Charles Wright takes up a line on the MV Patriot. '••'• t/fl£/?7Y SM/t (Liberty Maritime), March 11 — Chairman Francis Adams, Secretary Alphonse Johnson, Engine Delegate Jeff Peterson, Steward Dele­ gate Glenn Bertrand. Chairman said all was running smoothly. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew stated it needed new television and VCR. Galley gang thanked for Une job. •, '.I- IT*:;':' 5^.:-v, Secretary R. M. Kennedy, Educational Director R. Bolin, Steward Delegate J. Bynum. Chairman noted repairs still need to be performed and ship would pay off March 13. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for new washer and dtyer. They said sanitaiy work only being done three days per week, rather than seven. Crew discussed contract ideas for automated ships. V. LNG ARIES (Energy Transportation), March 11 — Chairman Luther M^yrex, Secretary Dana Paradise, Educational Director J. Yarmola, Deck Delegate Ramli Mohamed, Steward Delegate Henry Daniels. Chairman annoimced new refrigerators were placed in all rooms. He said all was going well and vessel should be in Nagasaki shipyard by April 19. He reminded members to donate to SPAD. Secretary told members they could get welfare, application and vacation forms from him. He asked crew to leave rooms clean and neat when ship goes into yard. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer announced $119 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked why some company vessels allow OT while others do not and why transportation provided from all ports other than Osaka. Crew was re­ minded to be careful in gym and keep it clean. Next port: Arun, Indonesia. LNG ARIES(Energy Transportation), March 26 — Chairman Luther Myrex, Secretary Dana Paradise, Educational Director Jeff Yarmola. Chairman said vessel still scheduled to be in yard April 19. He reminded members to give to SPAD. Secretary thanked all for keeping ship clean. Educational director advised those needing help with drug or alcohol problems to contact union facility iii Val­ ley Lee, Md. Treasurer armounc^ $169 -wr 1- who updated members on contract nego­ tiations. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked contracts department to look into eliminating permanent jobs and returning to six-month positions. Next port: San Pedro, Calif. LNG £.£0 (Energy Transportation), March 18 — Chairman Fred A. Pehler, Secretary H. Jones Jr., Educational Di­ rector Thomas Curtis, Deck Delegate Angel Perez, Engine Delegate David Terry, Steward Delegate Dana Cunnin^am. Chairman told crew to turn in linen and leave room in good shape if signing off after trip. He reminded mem­ bers to check Seafarers LOG for upgrad­ ing classes. Secretary read minutes from last meeting. Educational director asked crew to take care of tapes as new movies coming aboard each trip. He also urged members to upgrade to help get better pay. Treasurer reported $322 in ship's fund and $40 in union fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked wel­ fare to review increase in monthly basic iwnsion for members with 20 years seatime. Members asked for clarifrcation in duties of SA on LNG vessels. Crew asked to respect fellow members, keep noise down and wear proper attire to meals. Next port: Himeji, Japan. GUI COLUMBIA (OMI Corp.), March 28 — Chairman Carrol Heick, Secretary Chester Moss, Educational Director Ar­ thur G. Milne, Engine Delegate Greg­ ory Thompson. Chairman urged members to upgrade at Piney Point and reminded crew 1990 class schedule was onboard. Secretary said all was going smooth with good crew. Treasurer an­ nounced $164 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward depart­ ment thanked for fine job. •V fe.'.'f •;^,.• • •. • • • •-• •. it in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department expressed sympathy to SA Ron Adrian! who had to leave vessel because of family emer­ gency. Next port: Osaka, Japan. OMI MISSOURI (Om Corp.), March 11 — Chairman Carl Francum, Secretary Oscar Johnson, Engine Delegate Ron­ ald Gordon. Chairman announced ves­ sel would arrive March 15 in Jacksonville, FL and would pay off later in Houston. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer stated $260 in movie fund and reminded members to lock up videos after using them. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew noted new tele­ vision need^. Steward department was given vote of thanks. OVERSEAS CHICAGO (Maritime Over­ seas), March 18 --- Chairman G. Hernandez, Secretary Clyde Kreiss, Ed­ ucational Director M. Sawin, Deck Dele­ gate Glenn Roy, Engine Delegate E. Whisenhant, Steward Delegate J. Jack­ son. Chairman announced payoff set for March 21. He told those needing new mattresses to see steward. No b^fs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked wel­ fare plan to update pension policy and contracts department to allow four-hour watchstanding AB to be able to sit. Next port: St. James, La. OVERSEAS NEW ORLEANS (Maritime Overseas), March 11 — Chairman Cal­ vin Miles, Secretary D. W. Velandra, Educational Director Richard Wilson. Chairman complained licensed members are doing unlicensed personnel's work in deck and engine departments. He said he is waiting on word from contracts depart­ ment about problem. No other beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked con­ tracts department to review possible in­ crease in pensions. Next ports: Port Arthur, Texas and Fort Lauderdale, Fla. PRIDE OF TEXAS(Seahawk Manage­ ment), March 18 — Chairman Donald Fleming, Secretary Joseph Bennett, Ed­ ucational Director Ramon Rulf, Deck Delegate Willie Dillon, Engine Delegate Stephen Treege, Steward Delegate Ossie Statham. Chairman announced ship due March 23 in Houston to layup. He said the voyage went well with very few problems. Secretary said it was plea­ sure sailing with crew where everyone cooperated. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew noted need for new televi­ sion and VCR for recreation room. They thanked steward department for very fine holiday dinners and very good job feeding crew over whole trip. Next port: Houston. RALEIGH BAY(Sea-Land Service), March 4 — Chairman Carlton P. Hall, Secretary E. Vazquez, Educational Di­ rector D. D. Greiner. (I!hairman dis­ cussed drug testing with crew and need to upgrade at the Lundeberg School. Sec­ retary thanked crew for keeping vessel clean. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for a job well done. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. ROBERT E. LEE (Waterman Steamship), March 25 — Chairman Mark Trepp, Secretary Ernest Hoitt, Educational Di­ rector B. F. Cooley, Deck Delegate Bryn Peirsol, Engine Delegate Angel Soto, Steward Delegate Alex Jaradie. Chairman announced ship would be due in Suez Canal March 27. He urged mem­ bers to upgrade at Piney /*oint and con­ tribute to SPAD. Secretary reminded crew he had all kinds of imion forms for their needs. Treasurer atuiounced collec­ tion is being started to replace 200 vid­ eos stolen during last voyage. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and en­ gine delegates. Crew asked contracts de­ partment to consider doing away with permanent jobs. Crew complained of poor quality stores and food preparation. They asked steward to supervise more of the work in galley. Next port: Newport News, Va. SEA-LAND ACHIEVER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 17 — Chairman Norbert Prats, Secretary D. A. Brown, Educa­ tional Director C. M. Devonish, Engine Delegate Robert Walker, Steward Deleate T. McMellis. Secreta^ reported 60 in ship's fund. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew told short wave radio in­ stalled in crew's lounge. Crew reported fans and heaters had been install^ in fo'c'sle because of dramatic changes in temperature. Steward department thariked deck and engine departments for keeping ship clean. Crew thanked stew­ ard department for its fine job. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. f SEA-LAND ANCHORAGE (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 21 — Chairman M. E. Whitsitt, Secretary J. Wright, Educa­ tional Director J. L. Krebs, E>^k Dele­ gate S. D. Castle, Engine Delegate Jimmie Nicholson, Steward Delegate George H. Bryant Jr. Chairman an­ nounced payoff scheduled for Tacoma, Wash. March 22. Secretary read minutes from previous meeting. Educational di­ rector urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked contracts department to look into increase in pension. Crew re­ minded members to keep lounge, room and ship clean. Next port: Tacoma. SEA-LAND ATLANTIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 11 — Chairman W. C. Byrd, Secretary R. C. Bozeman, Engine Delegate John J. Ashley. Chairman an­ nounced payoff set for Houston about March 16 as ship is running late. Secre­ tary said all running smoothly except for shortage of stores. Deck delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT from engine and steward delegates. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment to review possible increase in pen­ sion. Crew complained of shortage of cakes, pies and canned fruit. SEA-LAND COMMITMENT (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 11 — Chairman Leon Jekot, Secretary G. E. Sinkes, Educa­ tional Director Don Bush, Engine Dele­ gate Spero Moche Jr. Chairman complained of vegetable shortage, stew­ ard department disputed OT and unsatis­ factory movies with many reruns. He announced payoff scheduled for Eliza­ beth, NJ. Educational director reminded members to up^ade at Piney Point. No other beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted new washer was installed and better ventilation in house and work­ ing areas was being handled. Galley gang thanked for fine job. Next port: Boston. SEA-LAND DEVELOPER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 12 — Chairman R. Pinkham, Secretary L. Lightfoot, Edu­ cational Director L. Brown, Engine Del­ egate Robert Dehlbom, Steward Delegate Troy B. Pope. Chairman re­ minded crew of payoff and Coast Guard inspection March 18 in Tacoma, Wash. He said captain will order new washer for crew. Secretary thanked AB W. Curts for helping to keep crew's lounge . clean. Educational director reminded members to report safety hazards. Deck and engine delegates reported disputed OT. Steward delegate reported no beefs or disputed OT. Crew was told chief electrician had refit gasket in refrigerator door. Steward department and Chief Cook Troy Pope were thanked for fine meals prepared. Next port: Tacoma. SEA-LAND DISCOVERY (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 18 — Chairman S. J. Rollo, Secretary Jose Colls, Educational ' Director Steven Miller, Deck Delegate Rufino Garay, Engine Delegate Sima Padillaj Stewanl Delegate Roberto Es­ cobar. Chairman noted ship would pay off in Elizabeth, NJ. He said everything was running smoothly. Secretary thanked crew for keeping messroom clean. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for doing goodjob. SEA-LAND EXPLORER(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 25 — Chairman L. C. Continued on pt^e 21 PATRIOT(Ocean Carriers), March 10 — Chairman Alphonse Armada, Secretary Robert Outlaw, Educational Director Christopher Dove, Deck Delegate Nolan Petty, Engine Delegate Phillip Brady. Chairman announced ship would go into yard in May. He said this had been smooth trip with good crew so far. Secretary thanked crew for making voy­ age good. Steward delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT from , deck or engine delegates. Crew asked welfare plan to look into increase in amount it will pay for eyeglasses. Crew advised to report any unsafe conditions. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port: Diego Garcia. PRESIDENT POLK (American President Lines), March 8 —Chairman William C. Wroten, Steward Delegate John Kung. Chairman reported visit by new San Ffancisco Port Agent Nick Celona •'.•v...;.-- • • • -.''P' ' ' The Pride S Pride—The Pride of Texas (Seahawk Management) paid off recently in the port of Houston, Texas. Posing for the camera are, from the left: QMED R. Irula, QMED J. Hipolito, DEU 8. Grande, AB G. Haywood and Chief Steward Joseph Bennett. �iw-.- -:; - -•;,'•£.k,,-.;x=....--->«-v; —'.^a..^;,: ^ i,4i. - 21 Ships Digests Continued from page 20 Cope, Secretary W. Hawkins, Educa­ tional Director R. Blackwell, Deck Delegate G. Kelly, Engine Delegate G. T. Johns, Steward Delegate Roland Francisco. Chairman noted radio electronics officer installed equipment for crew to receive armed forces radio news and 24-hour entertainment music. Treasurer reported $86 in ship's fiind. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked to smash aluminum cans before placing them in recycling bag. Crew asked contracts department to review possible pension increase and rotary ship­ ping procedure. SEA-LAND FREEDOM(Scu-LAnd Ser­ vice), March 26 — Chairman W. Fell, Secretary G. SIvley, Educational Direc­ tor Ray Chapman. Chairman mentioned all repairs or beefs need to be reported before payoff. Educational director asked crew to check with duty officer before dumping garbage overboard. Treasurer reported $155 in ship's fund. Deck and engine delegates reported dis­ puted OT. Deck delegate also reported minor beefs. No beefs or disput^ OT from steward delegate. Crew asked con­ tracts department to look into increase in pension. Crew approved purchase of new tapes as well as buying old ones from departing members. Steward depart­ ment thanked for good food. Next port; Tacoma, Wash. March 11 — Chairman F. A. Kahn, Secretary R. DcBolssiere, Educational Director Dale R. Race, Deck Delegate David R. Park, Steward Delegate Clarence Wllley. Chairman said run to Egypt then trip to Greek shipyard went smoothly. Secretary stated ship had best crew in SIU. No b^fs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked Bosun F. A. Kahn and whole deck department for job well done. Crew praised Chief Steward R. DeBolsslere and Chief Cook C. Wllley for excellent food. Crew also thanked black gang for the good job. Next port: Lake Charles, LA. USNS REGULUS (Bay Tankers), March 4 ^— Chairman James E. Todd, Secretary George Quinn, Educational Director Dennis L. Kvanda, Deck Delegate Thomas Votsis, Engine Delegate Sam­ son Sandven, Steward Delegate Wayne Howard. Chairman advised deck gang to pay more attention to safety when working. He reminded members depart­ ing vessel to leave rooms clean and turn in keys, exposure suit and breathing ap­ paratus. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for job well done. BROWS RANGE (Interocean Manage­ ment), April 1 — Chairman M. G. Gutierrez, Secretary J. Pitetta, Educa­ tional Director Robert Hamll. Chairman announced payoff set for Los Angeles. He said vessel would travel to Panama then Portland, Qre. to go into shipyard. Secretary advised crew to upgrade at Piney Point to make more money. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew vSecretary Jonny Cruz, Educational Director Kevin Cooper, Deck Delegate Anthony Dehelich, Engine Delegate Richard Dalsley, Steward Delegate Bert WInfield. Chairman announced payoff scheduled April 8 in Houston. He said he was surprised by run change from Elizabeth, N.J. to Gulf of Mexico but SIU crews always are ready for any­ thing. Secretary advised crew to stay alert for safety and to keep abreast on union matters by reading the Seafarers L(XJ. Educational director reminded members to stay drug free. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Next ports: Houston and Jacksonville, Fla. OVERSEAS ALASKA (Maritime Over­ seas), April 1 —Chairman E. K. Bryan, Secretary Carl Woodward, Educational Director Thomas Koubek, Deck Delegate Jessie Mlxon, Engine Delegate Gary R. Danos, Steward Delegate Robert D. Brown. Chairman informed members about union applications on­ board. He announced new captain and mate arriving April 7 and vessel would go into shipyard May 7. He urged mem­ bers to up^de at Lundeberg S^chool. Secretary stated ship has been receiving Seafarers LCXJ every month. He intro­ duced Chief Cook Robert Brown to members. Educational director reminded crew to be careful when discarding plas­ tics. No beefs or disputed OT reported. PHILADELPHIA (Apex Marine), April 1 — Chairman T. NIelson, Secretary H. ; Markowitz. Chairman said all seemed to be running smoothly. He announced payoff set for April 3 in New York. Secretary thanked crew for keeping ship clean. Treasurer noted $12 in ship's fund. Deck delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew thanked steward department for great job. Next ports: New York and St. Croix. SEA-LAND LIBERATOR (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), April 8 — Chairman V. J. Ardowskl. Secretary C. M. Modellas, Educational Director E. L. Ford. Chair­ man announced payoff for April 10, one day late. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. v'V SEA-LAND PRODUCER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), April 2 — Chairman J. W. Ed­ wards, Secretary C. T. Poggloll, Educational Director R. South. Chair­ man updated members who missed ship's safety meeting. He distributed cen- . '. 'Jrifn' ):•'' • Good Chow—Sea-Land's Nedlloyd Holland recently pulled Into LaPorte, Texas for a payoff. Members of the steward department pictured above in the galley are, from the left: Steward Assistant Pedro Infante. Chief Steward J.P. Speller and Chief Cook John Lewis. asked welfare plan to review dental SEA-LAND VOYAGER iSesi-Land Ser­ policy for members. vice), March 11 —Chairman Dennis Brown, Secretary R. Sanderson, Educa­ CHARLESTON (Apex Marine), April 2 — tional Director M. Phillips. Chairman Chairman Brian Bukis, Secretary Ed­ asked for guidelines on when officers ward Haher, Educational Director A. may search rooms for just cause. Mercado. Chairman reported payoff set Steward delegate reported disputed OT. for later that day. Educational director No beefs or disputed OT reported by urged members to give to SPAD and deck or engine delegates. Crew cited ex­ upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs cellent job done by steward department. or disputed OT reported. Crew received safety lecture and watched safety movie. SGT. MATEJ KODAK (WsLterman Steam­ Steward department thanked for fine job. ship), March 11 — Chairman Angelo Next port: Chesapeake, Va. and Bal­ UrtI Jr., Secretary Joseph Moody, timore. Educational Director Donald Peterson, Deck Delegate Donald Bridenstlne, Em FRANCES HAMMER pceaa Shipholdgine Delegate Michael J. Tremper, ing), April 1 — Chairman Richard Wil­ Steward Delegate Antonio Prlzmlk. son, Secretary Rebecca Sleeper, Chairman introduced Dan Tucker as Educational Director R. Parrlsh. Chair­ ship's new master, who thanked crew for man reminded crew to follow standard fine job during recent exercises. He grievance procedure in case disputes noted repairs and cleaning were being occur. Secretary asked crew to suggest done for off-loading in Honduras. He menu ideas and announced stores were reminded crew to upgrade at Lundeberg running low because of the extended School and payoff scheduled March 16 trip. Educational director urged crew to in Morehead City, N.C. No beefs or dis­ upgrade at Piney Point. He also noted puted OT reported. Steward department facility has great education program and thanked for good job. Next port: vacation attraction. Treasurer announced Morehead City. $238 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew was told repair USNS CAPELLA (IMC). March 4 — list was posted and new mattresses on Chairman David Martz, Secretary H. order. Crew requested fans for rooms in M. Davis, Educational Director B. case air conditioning breaks down again. Smith, Deck Delegate Howard They were reminded not to use galley as Venezia, Steward Delegate Jack A. passageway during meal hours and not Rankin. Chairman said ship would to put sharp objects in sink. Steward layup in Pusan, Korea for three weeks department thanked for fine food, espeand crew would receive draw March 6. ci^y barbecues. Next port: Houston. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next ports: Pusan and Pearl Hartor. NEWARK BAY(Sen-Land Service), April 1 — Chairman Pedro Sanchez, USNS CLEVELAND (Sealift Bulkers), .•; ' . • ^ Mf » 1" Itff' ^ 1 4" Here She Comes—AB Randy Evans gets the MV Patriot's spring lines ready for docking as the vessel pulls into port in Diego Garcia. sus forms and asked members to return forms to chief mate. He reminded mem­ bers to leave rooms clean when signing off vessel. Secretary thanked crew for smooth voyage. He asked members to donate to SPAD and Maritime Defense League. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew complained mail was late and missing ship while in port. Next ports: Long Beach, Calif., Oakland, Calif, and Honolulu. SEA-LAND QUALITY (Sea-Land Service), April 1 — Chairman S. V. Dixon, Secretary M. McDermott, Educational Director S. L. Johnson. Chairman reminded members to separate plastics firom rest of trash. He advised crew to keep informed through Seafarers LOG and to discuss any union-related ques­ tions with patrolman. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew complained about stack gases and main deck gener­ ator fumes. Next port: Norfolk, Va . SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Service), April 5 — Chairman A. J. Palino, Secretary R. Spencer, Educational Direc tor S. Hardin, Engine Delegate Willie Lee Jr. Chairman said all was running smoothly. He announced vessel would visit Hong Kong on next trip. Deck delegate reported a lodging beefs. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Around the New Orleans Hail Gathered around the counter in the New Orleans hall, In photo at left, are R. Stevenson, Howard Williams, Joseph W. Cle­ ment, Larry M. Cle­ ment, Domingo Contreras Joseph G. Arch, L.B. Dooiey, Antonio Vilianueva and Port Employee Wilbur Maxwell. This foursome, pictured in photo at right, is not an infrequent sight. AB Dewey C. Bell and his wife, Margaret, and AB Thomas Colbert and his wife, Ellen, frequently travel together—heading out to where the jobs are. They have lots of good memories of their trips together. fP i . \-f. p. •• • I y'i'::. A : .--J ^ • ' �•^y •• '^V'V;-'' .f.._. ^yr:v'V SSAFMERS LOG SPAD: Playing a Major Role in Job Security of Members •t-! •: Ijf: •; F-> fciv'!-':. m.' Job security for Seafarers is not assist candidates who support the assured merely by signing the SIU agenda. It is your way to make dotted line at the end of a contract. sure legislators will listen when the Many things can take place to af­ SIU speaks. Besides voting it is the fect the performance of such a most important weapon you have document during its lifetime. to gain access to politicians. Govenunent plays a major role Years ago when a mariner said in the life of an SIU member. he had "porkchops," he meant he Federal agencies like the Depart­ had something good. SPAD makes ment of Defense, Department of sure that something good will con­ Labor and Coast Guard can change tinue to happen for SIU members. the work routine onboard all types of vessels causing a contract to be renegotiated. Congress could change the Jones Act, cargo preference laws, flags of con­ venience registra­ tions and alter the SIU way of life. That is why the SIU has SPAD, the Seafarers Political Action Donation. SPAD is more than the longtime saying "Politics is Porkchops." It is the eyes and ears for all SIU mem- Two upgrading classes took the tour of the U.S. Capitol bers in Washington recently. Membem in the April 2 Able Seaman class include and nthpr Inratinne Michael Borders, Durin Chappe, Tony Cheesebrew, James Corbran, Stephen J. Deal, Curtis Grayson, Larry H. where maritime Harewood, Stephen Herrng, William Jackson, Paul W. laws can be af- Leahy, Paul Nikel, Carlos Oisen III, David C.Smith, Fred C. fected. A simple Taylor and Richard Wadkins. Members of the March 19 vnliinfflrvrr»nfrihii- FOWT dass include Adei A. Aiwashie, Daniel Cahoon, CDAn Ernest A. Cerrilio, Henry C. Cole, Douglas R. Davies, Mark tion to br AU yy Dumas, Kevin E. Hall, William R. Harrington, Kevin S. makes sure your inase. Alien E. Kindt, Samuel Monroe, Odeii L. Parmley, voice willbe heard. Ernest B. Perreira, James B. Randolph, Robert Scott, SidSPAD dollars "®y U- Stratos, Arthur L. Wadsworth, Daniel J. Zeaiberg. are used solely to (Note; not all those mentioned are pictured above.) Part of the studies to become a recertified bosun includes a trip to Capitol Hill to learn how Congress works. Recent members to visit the nation's capital include (left to right) George Diefenbach, Lee Lohman, Errol Pak, Lawrence Zepada, Mike Willis, Michael Kaderly, Jim Dawson, Jim Carter, Robert Carson, Robert E. Allen, Paul Lewis, Carmine Bova and SPAD Director Liz DeMato. SPAD t-shiits FRONT The SIU has created a new t-shirt design which is available to all our members on a first-come, firstserved basis. BACK The shirts feature the SIU logo in full color on the front and "Politics is Porkchops" in blue on the back. They are American-made. miS. t:"" A frip to Capitol Hill lets these two classes (above and below) of upgraded able seamen know how SPAD works for them. Instructor Ben Cusic joins the group which includes Edwin Taylor, Cariie Tacher, Leslie R. Ferreli Everette W. Sanders, Craig Pearson, Rich Strongman, Richard C. Savi, Robert Wagoner, Ernest Alexander, Michael Kerrigan, Frank Floras, Carl Delesline, Leo S. Zukowski, Brian Wagoner, Robert Coleman, Gerardo Moceno, David Silvio, Brian C. Gauntt, Patrick Hanley, Michael Allen, Mike Alessi, Joe Hance, William H. Padgett, Brad Dexter, Dean A. Gilbert, Mohamad Shaibi, Collado Luis, Chip Thurston and John Cronan. Please fill out the application below and mall It to: Joseph DiGiorgio, Secretary-Treasurer Seafarers international Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 ^^ S Please send the new SIU t-shirt to: NAME A,;;J.; ADDRESS: •V- 'iii CITY, STATE, ZIP SOCIAL SECURITY # -BOOK# PHONE# T-SHIRT SIZE (circle one) RATING. S M XL 5/90 J mmma - 'l •* �:;^,.t-';«f •••.:?|;r"B-:'r • -; ,s'- •-./ • ;''r" ' ,' 'lii'fcx "0.. •'•r\^l-J'''i. V'PO' ilMr7990 . 5X - 23 • -: - •• -•' m -JV '• l: • -.jH t^23' r -, ,, •. j- •• 'r . V : X x-uf' Messman Jose Llitera samples some of the tasty chili aboard the vessel. ^Shipshape' Is the Word For the USNS Silas Bent Messman Brenda Grays fixes another order for the hungry crew. • 'X/V'xy MSG, Navy Note Fine Workmanship * Bosun Michael Marquette is ex­ tremely proud of the work being done by the unlicensed members of the USNS Silas Bent. "Just look around the ship," he recently told a Seafarers LOG reporter while the vessel was in a West Coast shipyard. "We have been receiving nodiing but compli­ ments for the way she looks. Our crew has been painting and clean­ ing around the clock to make her look and run nice." He noted the Military Sealift Command (MSC) has told Mar Ship Company that it is "thrilled" at what has been taking place aboard the vessel. "I'm very proud of the way they have worked, even in adverse conditions," Marquette said. "Overall the crew is a great bunch of guys and gals.' But it is not just MSC who has :i <•4 f'H X Chief Cook Veronika Cardenas is ready to fill the next lunch order. been lauding the crew. Marquette has in his possession a letter dated January 16 to MSC from J. R. Moss, contractor engineer-incharge with the Navy, for the work done by the crew during a special operation in November and December 1989. Marquette's "interaction with the contractor indicated an interest for the success of the operation and for a professional and safe manner in which it was carried out," Moss stated in the letter. "He ^so ex­ hibited an excellent working relationship with the ship's officers and commanded the respect of the crew working with him." "^'.1 '...V ::xr-iSxL:xix;;x >:. . "xi^x. • •f'X xvrxii iS .XSXX:v4 XX. f • - Jx J .v.r-.xx;#^':! • ,1 .xvil.fv^ • V- . 1^' '•"x 5^"! Messman Jeff Kuniis busy cleaning up after lunch has been served. i. y-rM. /l:XXX:!?:lf.x:,xx.:x The bosun responded to the let­ ter by saying the crew working together the way that they do made it "the smoothest operation we ever had." .-w-x there is no such thing as being through for the day. QMED Electrician Rose Meyer catches up on paperwork during his spare time. Watch Able Seaman John Simpkins, in photo at right, reviews the visitors' log on the USNS Bent. Third Cook Daniel Maxie cleans pots and pans for the next meal. -.v., .'M The best deck crew In the union" is the way Bosun Michael Marquette (right) describes Able Seamen Jack Cooper (left) and Mate Anzuiovich. Phil James and MM Jeff Kuni. : xxxv ^'X, •x.sv:] I •_ I - • .• '. I m �SaFARERS m Lundeberg School Graduates Seven Classes : 'r-,. TraineeLifeboat Class452—^The graduates of trainee lifeboat class f-''••, " 452, pictured in the photo at left, are (from left, back row) Castel Blunt, Shawn A. Lewis, Keith L. Jordan Sr., Darren Nettles,William R. Humphrey, Michael R. Perez, Michael Ball, Charles Rudolph, Charles Hardt and Paul Diesner, (from left middle rowA Damon Washington, James Townsend, Antonio Reese, Jason Crist, Hugh McDowell, Gilbert Gildersleeve Jr., Darren Honey, Van C. Jones, Darren West, Darain Walker, Alan Sarvis, Richard Henderson and instructor Jake Karaczynski, (from left front row kneeling) George Davis, Chris Caviness, Scott Sams, Allen Terro, Jeannette Millan, Darryl Brown, Timothy H. Balcher Thomas Wright and Douglas DeMonte. •••'•••.:••• ry ''i • yriSf'- '' lIKi^ f'.;. Pumproom Maintenance & Operations—learning about cargo properties and emergencies is part of thecurriculum for this course. Complet­ ing the April class, taught by Jim Shaffer (left), are (front row, from the left) Eugene Thompson, Rosario A.Rolon, D. Rush Ingram, D. Ficca and Joseph Negron, (second row, from the left) David Tillman and Herman Best. ade up the March 26 graduating class: (front row, from left) Stephen Herring, SlU; illiam Jackson, SlU; Richard Wadkins, MSC; Stephen Deal, SlU, Leon Redieck, SlU, Robert Stivers, SlU and Curt Grayson, SlU; (second row, from left) Cusic; Larry Harewood, MSC; Kevin Takahashi; Fred C. Taylor Jr., MSC; Erskine Hill, MSC; David C. Smith, SlU; Paul W. Leahy, MSC and James Corbran, SlU. .Cp; Marine Electrical Maintenance—completing this eight-week course at the Lundeberg School are (front row, from left) Rosario Rolon and Joseph Ortiz Jr., (back row, from left) Marcos Hill, John Kelly, Rich Harris and Steve Brown. Able Seaman Class-—The Lundeberg School graduated 34 members as able seamen on March 13. From the left are (kneeling) Anthony Jannace, Mohamed Shaibi, Joe Hance, John A. Morales, Leon Hedieck, Brad rad Dexter, William Padgett, Patrick Hanley, Jim Smith, Carlie Tacher, Dean Gilbert and David Silvio, (second row) Quintin Fei Ferido, Richard Savi, Richard Hockfeld, Jeff Stockman, Les Farrell, Ismael Martinez, Leo Zukowski, Brian Wagoner, Ivan Marikovsky, Mark Whiting, Miguel Monge and Gerardo Moreno, (third row) Frank Floras, David Jackson, Steven Anthony, Jussein Said, Robert Wagoner, Robert Coleman, Brian Gauntt, instructor Casey Taylor, Richard Strongman, Kenneth Dieter and Craig Pearson. . Marine Electronics Technician—instructor RUSS Levin (second row, center) teaches the principles of analog and digital electronics with emphasis on shipboWd circuitiy and communications. Graduating the March 22 class are (front row, from the left) Garry Johnson. Dave Lyons and Nelson Bailey, (second row) Steve BIgelow. Levin and Charles Petersen. (seco Gowan (Navy EM2), Jeffrey Freed (Navy EN2), Bob Coleman, Joseph Jordan (BM2), Ivan Marikovsky, John Morales, James Chiiswell (BM2), Brian Gauntt, Richard Savl, Michael AlessI, Anthony Jannace and Mark Whiting. �• .'i. ••- - .• i-:; '• ~Y ^' ' ' MYm0 DEEP SEA JOSEPHS. DUFFY Joseph J. Duffy, 72, passed away March 10. The Savan­ nah, Ga. native served in the Navy from 1936 to 1960 before joining the SIU in February 1970 in the port of Yokohama, Japan. E^Iy in his engine department career. Brother Duffy sailed on SeaLand vessels. He started receiv­ ing his pension in February 1983. ALFRED H. DUGGAN Alfred H. Duggan, 67, died April 1. Bom in Gilead, Maine, he served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. Brother Duggan sailed in the black gang after Joining the union in June 1951 in the port of New York. He retired in Febmary 1971. FRANK J. FOLEY Frank J. Foley, 88, passed away Jan­ uary 14 in a Tallassee, Ala. hos­ pital fol­ lowing an extended illness. He was bom in Mt. Sterling, Ky. and joined the Seafarers in March 1951 in the port of New Orldans. Brother Foley sailed in the steward department. He retired in April 1974. Brother Foley was buried January 16 at China Grove Cemetery, Redland, Ala. He is survived by his daughter, Barbara Luker, three grandchildren and five great grandchildren. HOWARD F. FOREMAN Howard F. Foreman, 67, died December 16,1989. The Mis­ souri native joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards, prior to its merger with the SIU, in May 1953 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Foreman started to receive his pension in Jaiiuary 1986. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy. JOHN GARDNER John Gardner, 67, passed away March 23. He was bom in Murray, Ky. After serving in the Navy from 1940 to 1946, Brother Gardner joined the Seafarers in Febm­ ary 1948 in the port of Norfolk, Va. The deck department vet­ eran retired in January 1984. His wife, Martha, survives him. CESARA.GUERRA Cesar A. Guena, 56, died No­ vember 16,1989. A native of Sava, Honduras, he was a No­ i- I vember 1961 graduate of the Andrew Fumseth Training School in New Orleans. Early in his career he sailed on Mis­ sissippi Shipping Company vessels. Brother Guerra up­ graded to recertified steward in 1982 at the Lundeberg School. He was an active member at the time of his death. He is sur­ vived by his wife, Mercedes. CHARLES HAWKINS Charles Hawkins, 68, passed away March 3. Bom in Allentown, Ga., he joined the SlU-Pacific Division in 1944. Brother Haw­ kins later became a member of the Msuine Cooks and Stew­ ards, then retumed to the SIU when the unions merged. JAMES W. KNECHT James W. Knecht, 67, died March 7. The Des Moines, Iowa na­ tive served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. The steward department veteran was a member of the Sailors Union of the Pacific, an SIUNA affiliate, before joining the Seafarers in August 1961. He started drawing his pension in November 1983. VINCENT McCLOSKY Vincent McClosky, 63, passed away in March. He was bom in Londonderry, Ireland. Brother McClosky joined the union in April 1946 in the port of Mo­ bile, Ala. The U.S. Army intermpted his deck department career from 1951 to 1953. His ashes were scattered in the Pa­ cific Ocean on March 8 by the Sea-Land Endurance. CECIL MILLS Cecil Mills, 62, died Feb­ mary 22. The na­ tive of Milltown, Ind. served in the Navy from 1945 to 1948. He joined the Seafarers in May 1957 in the port of Seattle, Wash. Brother Mills upgraded his engine department endorse­ ment in April 1973 at the Lundeberg School. He started to draw his pension in June 1985. HORACESANFORD Horace Sanford, 72, passed away December 25,1989. A native of Alabama, he joined the SIU in July 1946 in the port of Philadelphia. Brother Sanford retired from the black gang in September 1984. ALEX SANTIAGO Alex Santiago, 35, died Febm­ ary 20. After serving in the Army from 1971 to 1972, the Santmce, P.R. native graduated from the Lundeberg School in April 1975. Brother Santiago's first ship was the William Roesch. He upgraded his en­ gine department endorsement in 1980 at Piney Point. He was an active member at the time of his death. EDWARD R. SLANEY Edward R. Slaney, 65, passed away April 5. The galley gang veteran was bom in Norwood, Mass. He joined the SIU in July 1970 in the port of New York. Brother Slaney retired in June 1989. ROLLAN R. TEETS Rollan R. Teets, 82, died March 15. The Chicago native joined the Seafarers in April 1942 in the port of New York. Brother Teets sailed in the en­ gine department before retiring in October 1972. INLAND JOHN R. HAINES JohnR. Haines, 66, passed away Feb­ ruary 11. After serv­ ing in the Navy and Coast Guard from 1942 to 1968, the Burlington, N.J. native joined the SIU in January 1968 in the portof Baltimore. Boatman Haines shipped in the engine department for Curtis Bay Tow­ ing vessels. He started collect­ ing his pension in October 1985. His wife, Mary, survives him. JOHNLARSEN John Larsen, 73, died January 18. He was bom in Skaamp, Denmark and joined the union in Decem­ ber 1956 in the port of Balti­ more. Brother Larsen sailed on Steuart Transportation vessels before retiring in December 1978, He is survived by his wife, Edna. GREAT LAKES JOSEPH B. BOBOLA Joseph B. Bobola, 78, passed away February 27. The Michi­ gan native joined the Seafarers in May 1956 in the port of Al­ pena, Mich. He shipped in the deck department. Brother Bobola retired in September 1975. RAILROAD MARINE ARCHIE B. CRAY Archie B. Cray, 73, died De­ cember 16,1989. Bom in ' -.^3" wCY :- ^ • > •• •-.v., • •-'•• ••••'.-'•'•• • •-/ >- -' *• r Blakes, Va., he served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. He joined the SIU in July 1960 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Brother Cray sailed in the deck + -V" —r -%-*• M -iv "• "'• , •'• ' '•hii.iiwfc v.w :.'^ f''•'vri • i:^ department for the Pennsylva­ nia Railroad before he retired in August 1968. His wife, Bernice, survives him. Correction: National Archives Helps WWII Sealarers Verity Wartime Service The March 1990 editioii of the Seafarers LOG included M article about the National Archives and how it can help World War II merchant mariners to obtain evidence of their wartime service. The LOG article unintentionally omitted one of the National Archives regions in its listing of "Where to Write." The federal govemment's record center has the official log­ books of merchant vessels active in World War II service. The National Archives has distributed those logbooks to its eight regional offices. What follows is a corrected listing. If a former WWII mer­ chant mariner cannot locate any of the documents necessary to apply for veterans' status, and if the Coast Guard cannot find evidence of service in its records, then the logbooks held by the National Archives regional archives may be the next best source of verification. Requests for copies of merchant vessel logbooks must be made in writing and should be addressed to the director of the National Archives regional archives which holds logbooks for the port at which the individual's vessel ended its voyage. Regional Archives New England Region National Archives 380 Trapelo Road Waltham, MA 02154 (617)647-8100 Port Boston, Mass. Portsmouth, N.H. Portland, Maine Providence, R.L •; -7 " •"-•7',/: ;• - .A: ^ i-r.: -f • - '' ^ Pate Span 1942-53 1942-55 1941-55 1941-53 Northeast Region National Archives Bldg. 22 - MOT Bayonne Bayonne,NJ 07002-5388 (201) 823-7252 New York, N.Y. New York, N.Y. 1942-58 1959 Mid-Atlantic Region National Archives 9th & Market Streets Room 1350 Philadelphia, PA 19107 (215)597-3000 Philadelphia, Pa. 1919-21 Philadelphia, Pa. 1942-56 Philadelphia, Pa. 1958-59 Baltimore, Md. 1942-57 Baltimore, Md. 1964-67 Norfolk, Va. 1940-55 (includes Wilmington, N.C.) Portsmouth, Va. 1956-57 Portsmouth, Va. 1963-64 Southeast Region National Archives 1557 St. Joseph Avenue East Point, GA 30344 (404) 763-7477 Savannah, Ga. Jacksonville, Fla. Tampa, Fla. Southwest Region National Archives 501 West Felix Street P.O. Box 6216 Fort Worth, TX 76115 (817)334-5525 Brownsville, Tx. Corpus Christi, Tx. Galveston, Tx. Houston, Tx. Mobile, Ala. New Orleans, La. Port Arthur, Tx. 1946-59 1943-72 1941-74 1942-73 1942-56 1942-76 1939-70 Pacific SW R^ion National Archives 24000 Avila Road P.O. Box 6719 Laguna Niguel, CA 92677-6719 (714)643-4241 Los Angeles, Calif. Los Angeles, Calif, (includes Wilming­ ton, Long Beach & San Pedro) San Luis, Calif. Port Hueneme, Calif. 1916-42 1942-54 1942-54 1945 Pacific Sierra Region 1000 Commodore Drive SanBmno, CA 94066 (415) 876-9009 San Francisco, Calif. 1927-57 Pacific NW Region National Archives 6125 Sand Point Way,NE Seattle, WA 98115 (206)526-6507 Seattle, Wash. Seattle, Wash. Seattle, Wash. Portland, Ore. Coos Bay, Ore. Astoria, Ore. 1890-1911 1910-37 1940-58 1942-58 1941-53 1943-51 1942-51 • 'v' v.- • 7; YJy'-'Y'-Y l ' -1'% Ti' '•.A. •m yy .f: 1914-27 1915-40 • �•-r-:V.. m • iSSSSSSBSSjS^^ />!•/ 26 Si'i r'--:- Hf' iS; SEAFARERS 106 Foreign Flag Cruise Ships Unsafe Sill Members InNewJebs On MSG Tankers • The SIU crewed the Sealift Indian Ocean and the Sealift Caribbean earlier this month. The two vessels are part of a fleet of MSG tankers that now will be operated and maintained by SlU-contracted company IMC. On this page are photos of some of the Seafarers who have signed on for the first SIU voyage on these tank­ ers. r,.'-'!ST.''" EI^ Continued from page 4 OS S. Collins is happy to be aboard the Indian Ocean. Revels "Johnny Reb" Poovey, steward/baker on the Carib­ bean, discusses menu op­ tions. -J • '; AB James Camp during a coffee break on the Indian Ocean. NTSB nor the Coast Guard could have investigated the accident without the permis­ sion of the ship's owner. Kolstad pointed to the case of the Liberian-flagged, Miami-based cruise ship Cel­ ebration with almost 1,600 passengers aboard striking and sinking a Cuban bulk carrier in international waters, killing two members of the Cuban crew. The ship's owner. Carnival Cruise Line, refused to let the NTSB in­ vestigate, and a U.S. district court upheld the owner's re­ fusal because "the court doubted the board's author­ ity to make this type of in­ vestigation," Kolstad said. He called on Congress to make major changes in the way the U.S. handles for- eign-flag cruise ships oper­ ating out of American ports. Among the suggestions Kol­ stad made were giving the Coast Guard more authority to require improved safety equipment such as sprinkler systems, integrated heat/ smoke detectors and cen­ tralized fire control systems on foreignrflag passenger vessels, allowing U.S. gov­ ernmental agencies the right to investigate accidents of foreign-flag passenger ves­ sels in international waters when the ships sail from U.S. ports and American passen­ gers are involved, and per­ mitting U.S. agencies the abilities to examine and con­ trol foreign-flag passenger ships involved in the U.S. market. Know Your Rights Bosun Paul "Red" King takes a coffee break on the Ca­ ribbean. Chief Cook Jack Sivley in the Caribbean's galley. Left to right are Able Seamen on the Caribbean: Ted Daniels, William Steele and Pam Taylor. 11 • Aboard the Indian Ocean are, left to right. Chief Pumpman Freddie Harris, Bosun Leggette Jones and QMED James Brack. Seafarers Welfare Plan Notice COBRA: Continuation Heaith Coverage Seafarers or their dependents who have lost eligibility for health care coverage under the Rules and Regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, may be eligible to purchase, at a pre­ mium, welfare coverage directly from the Plan. Seafarers who have losttheir eligibility for Plan coverage must notify the Plan office immediately to find out whether or not they or their dependents may elect to continue benefits under Ais program. To obt^ more informationabout thisprogram, seafarers may call the membershipservices office at 1-800-CLAIMS-4(1-800252-4674) or may write to: COBRA Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Maryland 20746 (The April 1989 edition of the Seafarers LOG contains a com­ plete description of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act—or COBRA—program.) FINANCIAL REPORTS, The CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU constitution of the SIU Atlantic, contracts are available in all SIU Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters halls. These contracts specify the District makes specific provision wages and conditions under which for safeguarding themembership's an SIU member works and lives money and Union finances. The aboard a ship or boat. Members constitution requires a detailed should know their contract rights, audit by Certified Public Accounts as well as theirobligations, suchas every year, which is to be sub­ filing for overtime (OT). on the mitted to the membership by the proper sheets and in the proper Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly manner. If, at any time, a member finance committee of rank and file believes that an SIU patrolman or members, elected by the member­ other Union official fails to protect ship, makes examination each year their contract rights properly, they of the finances of the Union and should contact the nearest SIU port reports fully their findings and agent. recommendations. Members of EDITORIAL POLICY—THE this committee may make dissent­ SEAFARERS LOG. The ing reports, specific recommenda­ Seaifarers LOG has traditionally tions and separate findings. refrained from publishing any ar­ ticle serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, of­ TRUST FUNDS. All tnist funds ficer or member. It has also of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes refi-ained from publishing articles and Inland Waters District are ad­ deemed harmful to the Union or its ministered in accordance with the collective membership. This estab­ provisions of various trust fund lished policy has been reaffirmed agreements. All these agreements by membership action at the Sep­ specify that the trustees in charge tember 1960 meetings in all con­ of these funds shall equally consist stitutional ports. The responsibility of Union and management repre­ for Seafarers LOG policy is vested sentatives and their alternates. All in an editorial board whichconsists expenditures and disbursements of of the Executive Board of the trust funds are made only upon Union. The Executive Board may approval by a majority of the trus­ delegate, from among its ranks, tees. All trust fund financial one individual to cany out this records are available at the head­ responsibility. quarters of the various trust funds. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in SHIPPING RIGHTS. A any official capacity in the SIU , member's shipping rights and unless an official Union receipt is seniority are protected exclusively given for same. Under no cir­ by contracts between the Union cumstances should any member and the employers. Members pay any money for any reason un­ should get to know their shipping less he is given such receipt. In the rights. Copies of these contracts event anyone attempts to require are posted and available in all any such payment be made without Union halls. If members believe supplying a receipt, or if a member there have been violations of then- is required to make a payment and shipping or seniority rights as con­ is given an official receipt, but tain^ in the contracts between the feels that he should not have been Union and the emp^ers, they required to make such payment, should notify the Se^oiprs Ap­ this should immediately be peals Board by certified mail, reported to Union headquarters. return receipt requested. The CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies proper address for this is: of the SIU constitiition are avail­ Angus "Red" Campbell able in all Union halls. All mem­ Chairman, Seafarers Appeals bers should obtain copies of this Board constitution so as to familiarize 5201 Auth Way themselves with its contents. Any Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred time a member feels any other to are available to members at all member or officer is attempting to times, either by writing directly to deprive him or her of any constitu­ the Union or to the Seafarers Ap­ tional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charpeals Board. ges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify head­ quarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any mem­ bers feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union head­ quarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL AC­ TIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its process are used to fur­ ther its objects and purposes in­ cluding, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and fur­ thering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employ­ ment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connec­ tion with such objects. SPAD sup­ ports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job dis­ crimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a con­ dition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for in­ vestigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A mem­ ber should support SPAD to protect and further his economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or tbat he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or infor­ mation, he should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by cer­ tified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The address is 5201 Auth^ay, Camp Springs, MD 20746. I. �MAY 1990 27 1990 UPGRADIHG COURSC SCHEDUU All Pngnms An Gmmi to Impnvo Job Skills of SItf lAomkon amf to Pnmoto tho Amoritoit Maritimo Mostly June-December 1990 The following is the current course schedule for June-December 1990 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's needs. PLEASE NOTE: All members are required to take flrefighting when attending, the Lundeberg School. Recertification Programs Check-In Date September 24 Course Bosun Recertification Engine Upgrading Courses Check-In Completion Course Date Date Abie Seaman July 23 August 31 September 17 October 26 November 12 December 21 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Lifeboatman June 11 June 22 July 9 July 20 August 6 August 17 September 3 September 14 October 1 October 12 October 29 November 9 November 26 December 7 December 24 January 4 Ship Handling June 25 July 6 August 27 September 7 October 8 October 19 December 3 December 14 Radar Observer Unlimited August 20 August 24 October 1 October 5 November 26 November 30 Third Mate August 6 November 16 Tankerman August 17 July 23 Limited License August 17 June 11 September 17 November 23 Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must be taken. All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. July 20 June 11 August 20 September 28 October 29 December 7 September 14 July 23 Marine Electrical Maintenance October 1 November 23 July 23 October 12 Marine Electronics Technician October 1 October 26 Diesel Engine Technology June 11 July 20 Refrigeration Maint. & Operations August 20 September 28 October 1 October 26 Hydraulics All students in the Engine Department will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. Pumproom Maintenance & Operations 1990 Adult Education Schedule The Adult Education courses listed are six weeks in length. Check-In Completion Course Date Date September 8 High School Equivalency (GED) July 30 D^ember 8 October 29 September 7 July 30 Adult Basic Education (ABE) December 7 October 29 September 7 July 30 English as a Second Language (ESL) October 19 September 10 December 7 October 29 Developmental Studies June 4 July 16 September 10 June 8 July 20 September 14 ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course June 18 August 13 October 8 July 6 August 31 October 16 Oil Spill Course Oil Spill Prevention & Containment (1 v^eek) July 9 July 23 September 3 October 1 October 29 December 10 July 13 July 27 September 7 October 5 November 2 December 14 Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must be taken. SHLSS College Progrom Schedule for 1990 FULL 8-week Sessions August 6 through September 28 October 15 through December 7 Completion Date August 31 December 7 July 20 December 7 Check-In Date June 11 September 17 June 11 October 29 Course QMED-Any Rating FiremanAVatertender and Oiler Deik Upgrading Courses Completion Date November 5 Steward Upgrading Courses Check-In Completion Course Date Date Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker All open-ended (contact admissions Chief Cook, Chief Steward ofHce for starting date) All students in the Steward Program will have a two-week Sealift Famil­ iarization class at the end of their regular course. ^— Upgrading Application Name- (Last I Date of Birth. Mo./Day/Year (Middle) (First) Address. (Street) •/ChiB (City) (State) Telephone. (Zip Code) " (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. Book #. Social Security #_ SIGNATURE. DepartmenL Seniority U.S. Citizen: • Yes • No I Am interested in the Following Course) s) Checked Below or Indicated Here if Not Listed Are you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: If yes, which program: From. Last grade of school completed • Yes GNo DECK • AB/Sealift • 1st Class Pilot to • Third Mate (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses: • Yes • No If yes, course(s) Taken Have you taken any SHLSS Sea,Iift Operations courses? • Yes • No If yes, how many weeks have you completed? — Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement: • Yes • No Firefighting; • Yes • No CPR: Q-Yes • No Primary Language Spoken DATE. Home Port. Endorsement(s) or License(s) Now Held Date Available for training — With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. RATING DATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE —^ — —— • Radar Observer Unlimited • Master Inspected Towing Vessel Q Towboat Operator Inland d Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course d Marine Electrical Maintenance d Pumproom Maintenance & Operation d Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation d Diesel Engine Technology d Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel d Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor d Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance d Electro-Hydraulic Systems d Automation d Hydraulics d Marine Electronics Technician ALL DEPARTMENTS d Welding d Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT d Adult Basic Education (ABE) d High School Equivalency Program (GED) d Developmental Studies (DVS) d English as a Second Language (ESL) d ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation STEWARD ENGINE • FOWT • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) d d d d d Assistant Cook Utility Cook and Baker Chief Cook Chief Steward Towboat Inland Cook COLLEGE PRfX3RAM d Associates in Arts Degree d Certificate Programs No IrusporUlioo will be paid BBICIS you present original receipts and successfuily complete the course. RETURN COMPLETED APPLiCATION TO: Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center. Piney Point. MD 20674 5/90 �miaf'-muiJifWigB:^^ - J! •;:^pi. «K^ SEAEiREMSS - 'i Volume 52, Number 5 .:f'" Hay 1990 SlU Men Hailed as Heroes for Rescue USCG Presents Awards to Burke, Brown, Kuvshinikov and Tyler Four New York men are alive today because the SlU-crewed Day Peckinpaugh happened to be "in the right place at the right time' on Oneida Lake last October. The Coast Guard recognized the crew earlier this month in a special ceremony attended by nearly 100 people, including two of the sur­ vivors, at the Oswego (N.Y.) Port Authority. The. SIU members involved in the rescue included AB Wheelsmen Tim Burke and Howard Brown, Scraperman Baisel Kuvshinikov and Cook Ber­ nard Tyler. All but Tyler attended the cereniony. None of the SIU crewmembers said they did anything any other mariner would not have done when another ship was in danger. Burke's description of the October 4,1989 incident was:"I was in bed and the captain woke me up. We got everything ready and took the people out of die water. That's all." Brown was as modest as Burke. "Everyone was doing the same thing," he recalled. "We were as­ sisting the men onboard with life jackets, life boats, etc." Survivor Walter Edin remem­ bered the incident in more precise detail. He told others not to be fooled by the modesty of the Peck­ inpaugh crew. "They deserve all the recognition they get," he said watching the ceremony. Edin was aboard the MV Seabreeze, a 65-foot passenger ferry, heading for the warmer waters of Florida when it was caught in the rough seas on the lake. "We took on more water than we could get rid of. We spent 20 minutes with the bow under water," Edin said. "The [Peckinpaugh] crew risked its boat in eight to 10-foot seas and almost rolled over. They put themselves between us and the wind. I couldn't blame them if they left us to protect their vessel." Edin and fellow survivor Ross Keefe at­ tended the ceremony to say thank you one more time to the men who saved their lives. First Mate Stewart Gunnlaugsson, who sailed with the SIU for 11 years before upgrading, provided the official account of the rescue. "I was on watch when it happened. We were 4V2 miles from shore. The seas were too rough for them to head for shore so they were trying to go back to where they started. "I looked at the boat," GunnlaUgsson recalled. "I looked Even heroes don't get the day off. AB Wheelsman Tim Burke secures a new line aboard the Day Peckinpaugh after high winds and waves loosened those already tying the vessel to the dock at the port of Oswego, N.Y. ; f g,;; •• AB Wheelsman Howard Brown (right) Is congratulated by USCG Vice Admiral Howard Thorsen for his role in the rescue of four men from the MV Seabreeze. away, then back and thought 'Where'd it go?' We were a half mile away. They were in the water maybe 30 minutes." The mate said the Peckinpaugh's crew immediately responded to the rescue call. "They did an excellent job, marvelous job. One SIU member practically carried one [survivor] up from the water. We were in the right place at the right time because the water was so cold already that I don't think they could have survived another five minutes. "Everybody was on the deck, even the cook. One of the members almost was in the water to scoop them out. They got the life jackets out, then got blankets, dry clothing and warm food to the men." The Peckinpaugh, a dry bulk ce­ ment carrier which runs from Os­ wego to Rome, N.Y., was able to rescue three of the four men from the Seabreeze on its first sweep. As soon as the crew had wimessed the sinking, the captain radioed the nearby lock to report the incident. A New York State Police helicop­ ter swooped in while the Peckin­ paugh was turning around and plucked the fourth survivor from the water. In presenting Public Service Awards to all involved in the res­ cue, USCG Commander John H. Johnson of the Buffalo, N.Y. area proclaimed all of the men "heroes." Each crewmember and state trooper received their awards from USCG Vice Admiral Howard Thorsen, commander of the Atlan­ tic Region. The ceremony took on added meaning to Kuvshinikov. The Soviet native who came to the U.S. in 1952 became an SIU member 19 years to the day of the recognition. He found out earlier in the week his . • « .,f / - y- WW -•• son was the winner of a Seafarers scholarship. The whole family drove up from Fairview, Pa. to celebrate together. Kuvshinikov noted that he gets to see his family for "48 horns every six weeks" while shipping. "It's just enough time to get the grass cut," he said. Sidney Smith, president of Erie Navigation which owns the Peck­ inpaugh, said this was the first rescue of this magnitude ever conducted by one of the company's vessels. Burke, an SIU member since 1968, said he never had been in such a rescue before. However, Brown, who has sailed with the SIU since 1947, had a tale to go along with a previous rescue. "I was on the Niagara in Lake Erie when we rescued a husband, wife and their dog from a [sunken] pleasure craft. I was holding the dog and it tried to bite me after the rescue." This last rescue the thanks were a little kinder, he noted. Survivors Ross Keefe (left) and Walter Edin (with glasses) thank Peckinpaugh crewmembers Baisel Kuvshinikov and Tim Burke (right) during the ceremony. Help Locate This Missing Child Amy Sue Pagnac Amy Sue Pagnac has been missing since August 5, 1989 from Maple Grove, Mirui. She was 13 years old at the time of her disappearance. Height: Sft Hair: Light brown Weight: 100 pounds Eyes: Blue Identifying Information: Amy Sue Pagnac requires medi­ cation for allergies and has ex­ perienced seizures due to un­ known causes. ANYONE HAVING INFORMA-nON SHOULD CONTACT TheNationaiCenterforMissingaiid Exploited Children 1-800-843-5678 OR Maple Grove Police Department (Minn) Missing Persons Unit 1-612-420-4000 0 • '•'kkkk-'y � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. 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FIREFIGHTING EGYPTIAN TRADE UNIONISTS VIST LUNDEBERG SCHOOL AIMS OF GIANT COMMODITY MERCHANTS DON'T SQUARE WITH U.S. INTERESTS PIERCING OF THE GIANT AGRIBUSINESS VEIL REVEALS FOREIGN TIES, FOREIGN-FLAG SHIPS 'EXPORT ENHACEMENT PROGRAM' IS ANOTHER WAY OF SAYING BIGGER TAX PAYER SUBSIDIES FOR GIANT GRAIN EXPORTERS GRAIN MERCHANTS AND THEIR FOREIGN TIES THE ILLOGIC OF THE GRAIN GROUPS' ATTEMPT TO SCUTTLE U.S. SHIPPING SPAD: PLAYING A MAJOR ROLE IN JOB SECURITY OF MEMBERS 'SHIPSHAPE' IS THE WORD FOR THE USNS SILAS BENT LUNDEBERG SCHOOL GRADUATES SEVEN CLASSES SIU MEN HAILED AS HEROES FOR RESCUE Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 5/1/1990 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 52, No. 5 1990 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/129194968dadd7df19a2596f3d349afa.PDF 5d1f5f2996eb7779cf6b2f2fd62d3888 PDF Text Text DOT OKs Watenran Bid to Extend CDS • J:;" • :4! St:.; .'.S::.- Page 7 &:: •|y, SEAEiREMtS : '.M ay nj,- J: J.-;.:- fr:i-:w:y !• J •• " I: SlU Wins 15% Deep Sea Package y: • CO CoO —)> OC>C>2l Ti-H7-. Cot/0 rn-< O-IE: - Wages, 01 Rate To Rise 5% Each June of Three-Year Pact 4!|I • «—tHH m Do you know who is behind the facade of the North American Ex­ port Grain Association that seeks to kill U.S.-flag vessels' carriage U1 ui sO -£) vO -o o a ingrain? xtiktrt is working f^^ many foreign ^^rfe^ciflrie^ billions eifU,S.^^0Uar^ j 3% porting itti&r/mtiortal grain dealsir-kS Wf^re are some of these firms: • •'I; •'t.' lili •r C. ttoh & Co. (America) Parent Company: tteohu Shoji Kaisha Ltd. Tokyo, Japan 125 Sailing Days Needed After July 1 ^ * . Elders Sraln inc. Parent Company: Elders IXL Melbourne, Australia , ir • %.• ' ^V Feimzzi USA Parent Company: Ferruzzl Spa Ravenna. Italy LMIS Dreylns Inc. Parent Company: Louis Dr^s & Cie, Parts, France ti ' "!• s ¥ Union Steps Up Fight To Beat Back Attack On Caigo Pmfemes •:>; ; |--V -H -< Pages New Pensioners To Get increase II' W .m '• '1 '•'h, • m-" W:' SGS CoRlrol Senricss M ' Parent Company; Societe Generate de Surveillance Geneva, Switzerland '•ly ' Sr James Ricbardson A Sons Ltd. Winnipeg, Canada ••'fy'l' "v • •-t y For details see page 5. Sources; Wtio Owns Whom, Nortli America Edition, Dun & Bradstieet Ltd., IMrectory of Corporate Affilia­ tions, 19^9, National Raster Publishing Company; Dun & Bradstreet buriness databases. i yi ''y �... 'u:M' 'f^-' • :&• •- • - • A,. • ,•> , .'• • " r. . V : -4' • '•• ••'r-a-''• LOG :-S' President's Report The Second Time Around AS WAS EXPECTED, the much discussed maritime agreement between the United States and the Soviet Union which was signed during the recent Bush-Gorbachev summit meeting, produced nothing of value for U.S. shipping. In terms of benefits, the agreement was tailored strictly to the interests of Soviet maritime operations; the U.S. interests were ignored completely. It is quite obvious that those responsible for the document—^both Russians and Americans —were more concerned with creating op­ portunities for Soviet ship­ ping than for Uncle Sam's merchant fleet. As a matter of fact, we probably would have done better if the Russians negotiated for us; they seem to have the commitment that our side lacks. The one-sided agreement opened up the ports in each country to the vessels of the other, with two days advance notice of planned entry. And the Soviets once again are allowed to carry cargo in the "cross trades" between the U.S. and other nations. :j' • ^^ •' 1' -4^; 4': ' ••• is-C "'' 'u' 2 Cargo Sharing Is Dropped ' ' A cargo sharing provision that had been part of the original U.S.-Soviet maritime ac­ cord negotiated by the Nixon administration calling for cargoes shipped between the two countries to be carried one-third on U.S. ships, one-third on Soviet vessels and onethird on the ships of a third flag was aban­ doned by the U.S. negotiators in the recent talks. Originally, the maritime administrator felt that this provision should be included in the new agreement, but he was moved out of the picture and that was the end of that idea. The cargo sharing provision was replaced with one calling for access and a procedure for dealing with complaints of discrimination. This dispute procedure sounds more like the scenario for a talk-a-thon, so the industry will have to be on its toes. Remember, we've been down this road with the Soviets once before. As a result of the previous agreement allowing them in the U.S. cross trades in the '70s, the Russians em­ barked on a wholesale rate-cutting campaign that had an almost disastrous impact on the American-flag liner companies, as well as those of the traditional maritime nations. Hell­ bent to capture as much hard currency as it could and operating outside the conference structure, the USSR merchant fleet dug deeply into the U.S. liner trades. The Agreement Suspended There were loud repercussions and Con­ gress began a probe of the situation. The Rus­ sian rate-cutting practice ended, however, when the communist government in Poland, with Soviet support, imposed marital law in an effort to halt the actions of the democracyoriented Solidarity trade union movement. At that point, the International Longshoremen's Association refused to handle Russian ships in the East and Gulf ports, followed by President Reagan's sanctions that included tightening of port access notification for Soviet ships calling at 40 U.S. ports from 4 days to 14 days ad­ vance request and suspension of talks on a new maritime agreement. That's where things stood until the signing the other day of the new pact. Chances are the Russians will storm into the cross trades like starved grizzlies. We will have to keep a sharp eye peeled on their practices, bearing in mind that we may have to rely on the Con­ Index to LOG Features Page IS' Dispatchers' Report/Deep Sea . v. ^ Dispatcher' Report/liiland.....; Dispatchers' Report/Great Lakes Fmai Departures .......... i.. .>. . 4..^. Lundeim^ School Applicatioii... ^... .4^,;«......, Lundeherg School Course Schedule . . . . . . v^ . ..... . Lundeherg School Graduate............ A. . 4.... Meetmg Dates..........'.... .... Reusiouers........'...... . 17 .....21-22 '• > .*23 »•'*••23. »•>'••'•'.•'.'•20 M^ersouals.............."..........'W,..;........... Ships hHuutes IJuHMD HaO Du'ectory....... • • i •' I;-.,. ' Volume 52, Number 6 •••17 >•••••• ^19 .......... !•••••• •17'-' ) . #-• ..'..'V...IS.';.. .^1; : June 1990 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFLClO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. Telephone (301) 8990675. Second-class postage paid at MSG Prince Georges, MD 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the LOG, 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. President, Michael Sacco; Secretary-Treasurer, Joseph DiGlorgio; Executive Vice President, Joseph Sacco; Vice President Collective Bargaining, Angus "Red" Campbell; Vice President Atlantic Coast, Jack Caffey; Vice President Gulf Coast, Thomas Glidewell; Vice President West Coast, George McCartney; Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters, John Fay; Vice President Government Services, Roy "Buck" Mercer, Communications Department Director, Jessica Smith; Associate Editors, Daniel Duncan and Max Halt; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene. gress for relief should the Russians start cut­ ting up again. i ii About Pensioners LET ME TURN to a more positive and pleasant note. As the SIU membership may be aware, headquarters offices of the union have been working constantly to make opera­ tions more efficient and effective. Since I was given the responsibility for direction of the union, we have been reviewing, consolidating and restructuring the various activities with the aim to provide improved communications and services to the membership. We are making great progress, but I want this tightening-up process to be a continuing one. That's how we can best remain on our toes and thus better able to fight in behalf of our membership on every front, whether it be on the industry, legislative or government level. One of the many areas that we targeted for improvement was that of communications with SIU pensioners. These brothers and sis­ ters have been loyal union members who have served this industry well, and I am deter­ mined not to lose sight of them or their con­ tribution when they retire from active work. It is my intention to establish a system of communications with these retirees so that they can keep abreast of the union's activities and we can all be kept informed as to how they are doing—both through the medium of the Seafarers LOG and direct contact, when­ ever possible. I consider our pensioned brothers and sis­ ters a continuing resource, just as they were in their active sailing days, and therefore an important part of the SIU family. For us, the Brotherhood of the SIU must always be more than a slogan. Michigan Attorney ISeneial Honored by Seatarers Union Michigan Attorney General Frank Kelley received a ship's wheel from the SIU at a recent diimer honoring him for his years of distinguished service to the state. Byron Kelley, SIU assistant vice president for the Great Lakes and inland waters, presented the wheel to the attorney general in Detroit. The SIU official said the attorney general has "shown outstanding qualities of leadership, dedication and courage in helping those in needi Your respect for working men and women and their aspi­ rations are a trademark of your personal and professional life. . . Therefore, we find you most de­ serving of the ship's wheel." Frank Kelley said he was very honored to be recognized at the dinner and to receive the award. He told the audience of more than 400 people, including Governor James Blanchard, that the first case he tried after graduating from law school was for the SIU in Alpena, Mich. "The Seafarers have been a good and loyal friend to me over the years," he said. "I wish them continued success." Michigan Attorney General Frank Kelley (left) was presented a ship's wheel by the SIU at a dinner In his honor. With Kelley are Byron Kelley (center), SIU assistant vice president, and Victor Hanson, who has assisted the SIU In legal matters. �mi mo ?s«?f!=rr Across-the-Board ••'•-Vrt SlU Wins 15% Pay Package in New Three-Year Contract The union has negotiated a new standard contract that will give Seafarers a 15 percent pay pack­ age over a period of three years. The agreement that was reached also provides an additional paid holiday on Martin Luther King's birthday, a 10 percent rate hike for tank-cleaning and longshore work and an increase in mainte­ nance and cure and subsistence/ lodging to the same amount paid to licensed officers. The 15 percent increase would be paid starting with a 5 percent raise on June 16, 1990; a 5 percent gain on June 16,1991 and 5 percent more on June 16, 1992. A cost-ofliving adjustment will be added in the second and third year if the nation's inflation rate is more than 5 percent. Crew sizes will remain at existing levels on both dry cargo and tanker vessels. This contract compares to the one negotiated three years ago when wage increases were 2-2-2 and the union made adjustments in the manning scale. The contract will be submitted to the membership for approval at special uiiion meetings that will be held in all the halls on June 27 at 10:00 a.m. and in special sessions held aboard the ships. Upon ac­ ceptance by the membership of the contract, which was negoti­ ated with a group of shipowners known as the American Maritime Association, all elements of the agreement will go into effect ret­ roactively to June 16, 1990. Talks for the new contract have been going on for several months. The operators initially demanded a 6 percent increase over three years, allocating 2 percent each year, along with reductions in manning on dry cargo ships. The tanker operators sought a re-rating of job classifications, increasing the number of OMUs and decreas­ ing QMED positions. The union rejected these pro­ posals as being against the best interests of the Seafarer and of the maritime industry in general. In approaching this year's con­ tract negotiations, SIU President Michael Sacco was determined to halt the so-called "give-back" philosophy which the shipown­ ers—^like the rest of American management—had been demand­ ing and which characterized con­ tracts oyer the last several years. "In this new pact," Sacco said, "we were able to reverse that process." ,• In preparing for the contract talks, union negotiators poured over suggestions from rank-andfile members that have been re­ ceived over the past three years through motions at ships' meet­ ings, sessions with upgraders and letters from members to the con­ tracts department. These sugges­ tions made up the foundation from which the union's negotiating strategy was launched. ; .yM-- 15% Across the Board The new SIU contract exceeds the national average of wage inContinued on page 4 Contract Highlights A 15% increase in wages, overtime, premium pay and off-watch rates. Higher vacation pay benefits and wage-related pensions as a result of the increased wages. • A cost-of-living provision to protect pay gains If inflation exceeds the wage increases. • An additional holiday—Martin Luther King's birthday^ringing the number of holidays in the contract to 10. Maintenance and cure rate parity with that received by the licensed officers. Subsistence and lodging rate parity with that received by the licensed officers. 10% increase in the longshoring rate of pay. 10% increase in the tank-cleaning rate of pay, on-watch and offwatch Monday through Friday. • Tank-cleaning pay on weekends and holidays will be $23.08 for Group I members, $15.11 for Group II members and $12.14 for Group III members. Existing crew size will be maintained. - De^ Sea S^far&s Retiring Aftm" July 1 To Be Eligible for immased Pens/on Pay As a result of action taken by the Seafarers Pension Plan Board of Trustees, deep sea SIU mem­ bers, who meet the plan's eligi­ bility requirements, and who retire after July 1 will get a pension increase of 33 percent over that which is currently payable to those on the pension rolls. In order to qualify a deep sea member must have 125 days of seatime that begin after July 1. The increase brings the base pay of the regular normal pension and the early normal pension from $450 to $600 a month, as well as raising the disability pension from $450 to $600. The proposal for the increase was put forward by the union trustees and adopted after careful studies. The decision to give the increase was made in view of the plan's healthy financial condition and careful management. An outside actuary, a person who calculates statistical risk and who projects ability to pay, deter­ mined that the plan is healthy enough to increase the pensions that active Seafarers will receive. In determining if a plan can raise pensions, the actuary must be able to prove that the ^oup will be able to meet the obligations it will have in the future. In this manner. Seafarers are protected from hav­ ing a plan that cannot pay their pensions when it comes time for them to retire. After receiving a report by the outside actuary, the Board of Trustees voted to increase the pensions of those Seafarers who are planning to retire in the near future. While the new rates go into effect on July 1, in order to be eligible for the higher pension pay, a member must have 125 days of seatime after that date. From $450 to $600 The regular normal pension will increase by 33 percent, from a monthly rate of $450 to $600. That rate can increase if a member has more than the 5,475 days presently required by the plan to qualify for this type of retirement pay. Under the early normal pension, also known as the "20 at 55" pension in which 7,300 days of seatime is one of the eligibility requirements, the amount of the benefit will be calculated by add­ ing $15 a month for each 120 days worked after 5,475—bringing the applicant with 7,300 days to a pension benefit of $825 a month. If a retiring Seafarer has more days of seatime than the required 7,300, he will receive an additional $15 per month for every 120 days. In the past, a member could receive incremental raises in his early normal pension of $25 per month for every 365 days of sea­ time. Under the new procedure a raise of $15 begins after 120 days of seatime. If a member has 365 days over the 7,300 required, un­ der the new rates he will receive $45 more per month, a substantial increase above the $25 increment. Procedures to calculate wagerelated pensions will remain the same. When an SIU member ap­ plies for retirement benefits, the Seafarers Pension Plan will deter­ mine what the prospective pen­ sioner would receive under both the wage-based formula or the standard options. The plan always awards the higher amount to the retiring Seafarer, applying the for­ mula that resulted in the most money for the member. Eligibility requirements for any of the pension plan's programs remain the same. The trustees' action concerns only the deep sea SIU member. Wage-based pensions will be raised as a result of the 15 percent increase over a three-year period that was recently negotiated by the union in contract talks with the American Maritime Associa­ tion, a group of U.S.-flag shipping companies. The maximum pension allowed Continued on page 4 xaR- w. . 4. I I-. . �•"ism SEAFARERS m ' ' \ mm -4 • V'. .::ii: -•;; •'• : .t'/f " f ,: Iti: rV - ••, •,"••:.• . . T- • •-. t .••• ;:-:;;IS:- 15% Cumulative Pay, OT Hike - • Highlight New Contract Gains . 't- Continued from page 3 creases negotiated by unions around the United States. Ac­ cording to the Department of La­ bor's Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average union contract nego­ tiated in the first half of 1990 provided raises of 3.8 percent in 1990 and 3.3 annually for the life of the contract. The 5 percent increase will be applied across the board; includ­ ing monthly base pay, and the rates for regular overtime, pre­ mium and off-watch. The on-Watch Monday through Friday penalty rate will increase by 5 percent only in the first year of the contract. The higher wage will impact va­ cation pay, raising the amount of money a member will receive when he or she is on the beach. Wages to Keep Up With Inflation The calculation of the cost-ofliving-adjustment, known as COLA, in the 1990-1993 standard agreements will be made in the second and third years of the col­ lective bargaining agreement. Any COLA payments will be based on the Department of Labor's Con­ sumer Price Index (CPI), the gov­ ernment's way of tracldng infla­ tion. The contract calls for SIU mem­ bers to receive an increase in pay— with no ceiling—if the CPI has risen above 5 percent. In the event of inflation indexed over 5 percent in 1991 and 1992, Seafarers will receive an additional increase in pay of the full difference between the CPI and 5 percent. For ex­ ample, if the CPI is 7 percent for the year, SIU members will re­ ceive a 2 percent increase across the board. Under the last contract, a COLA wage increase was only possible if inflation exceeded 10 percent over the three-year contract and the member only received twothirds of the diflference between the cost-of-living index and the 10 percent. Health Care Benefits Maintained In light of the skyrocketing costs of health care and the national trend toward making workers— both union and non-union—bear a bigger portion of welfare costs or reducing services, it is signifi­ cant that all benefits currently of­ fered by the Seafarers Welfare Plan will remain in place. Around the country, an 18 to 30 percent inflation rate per year in health care costs has led to drastic changes in collective bargaining agreements as employers attempt to shift the rapidly rising expense to their employees, reports the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The AFL-CIO has found that worker contributions for health care have increased 300 percent during the past 10 years. Despite national trends toward reductions in benefits and higher deductibles, the three-year stan­ dard agreement calls for maintain­ ing the current level of benefits with no decreases. On a yearly basis, representatives of the SIU and management will meet to re­ view what steps must be taken to maintain the current level of ben­ efits. Special Rates Rates for longshoremen's work will be increased by 10 percent. Tank-cleaning rates on-watch and off-watch on Monday through Fri­ day also will be raised by 10 per­ cent. Tank-cleaning rates paid for work done on Saturdays, Sundays or holidays will be paid at a rate of $23.08 to Group I members, $15.11 to Group II and $12.14 for Group III. More Group I and II Ratings The needs of the tanker fleet were recognized by union and management negotiators by changing some shipboard ratings. Under the new contract, where in the past a tanker sailed with two General Utility Deck/Engine (GUD/E), the same vessel will now be manned by one GUD/E and one Second Pumpman/Engine Maintenance. On tankers that have in the past carried a four-man steward de­ partment, one steward assistant will be replaced by a Second Pumpman/Engine Maintenance. A one-man watch will be insti­ tuted on tankers where allowed by the U.S. Coast Guard. Instead of two watchstanding ABs, there now will be one watchstanding AB and the other AB will be assigned to day work to be compensated at the higher AB Maintenance rates. This provision of the contract will not take effect on ships immedi­ ately, but will be phased in as AB watchstanders currently sailing on tankers wrap up their time aboard the vessel. Coast Guard regulations curently call for a two-man watch when a tanker is sailing in coast­ wise waters, so the one-man watch system will not go into effect on most coastal runs. A provision in the contract does mandate a two-man watch during cargo operations. The same complement of crewmembers currently manning freightships will continue under the life of the three-year contract. On tankers, the number of unli­ censed crewmembers will remain the same but some of the positions have been re-rated to higher clas­ sifications to ensure a productive and efficient shipboard work force. On both tankers and freightships, members of the deck de­ partment, under the new contract, can do general maintenance work inside the house and QMED day workers can do three hours of general maintenance in the engine room without penalty pay during routine hours, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Maintenance and Cure Maintenance and cure rates and subsistence/lodging expenses will be raised to the same amount re­ ceived by the licensed officers. When these figures are available, the information will be distributed to the membership through the Seafarers LOG and communica­ tions from the office of the Vice President—Collective Bargaining. A periodic review of the curric­ ulum at the Lundeberg School of Seamanship will take place by of­ ficials of the shipping companies and the union. All efforts will be made to ensure that courses reflect changing shipboard technology. The standard freightship and tanker agreement discussed in this article does not apply to many SIU jobs on military vessels op­ erated by private shipping com­ panies. In addition, the SIU's Pa­ cific District Unions—made up of the Sailors Union of the Pacific for deck department work, the Marine Firemen, Oilers and Watertenders representing unli­ censed engineers and the SIU At­ lantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District for the steward group—have been negotiating separate labor agreements with American President Lines and Matson Navigation Company. Pensfons to B/se For Active SHJ Men Continued from page 3 under any calculation procedure is $1,000 per month. The pension pay hike automat­ ically will increase the joint and survivors annuity benefit, the op­ tion a member chooses if he wants his spouse to continue receiving his pension benefits after his death. A member can obtain more de­ tailed information on the SIU's pension plan at any union hall or by calling the Seafarers Pension Plan at 1-800-CLAIMS4. The first union negotiated pen­ sion plan was established in 1950 and guaranteed a retiring Seafarer $140 per month for the rest of his life. In 1971, after an extensive review of the union's pension sys­ tem was conducted by a rank-andfile study commission, the SIU added the early normal pension option. The Seafarers Pension Plan is governed by a board of trustees made up of five representatives of shipping companies with SIU col­ lective bargaining agreements and five union officials. Under the New Pension Plan Rates Bosun Joe Smith is 65 and he plans to retire at the end of this year with 125 days of seatime acquired after July 1,1990 and he meets the eligibility requirements for the normal pension. What follows is an example of what Bosun Joe Smith would have received under the old pension rates and what he will be entitled to under the new pay. Days of Seatime Number of Days Over 5,475 Old Benefit New Benefit 5,475 0 $450 $600 6,075 600 450 675 7,155 1,680 450 Days of Seatime Number of Days Over 7,300 810 Bosun Sam Smith is 55 and he plans to retire at the end of this year with 125 days of seatime acquired after July 1, 1990 and he meets the eligibility requirements for the early normal pension. What follows is an example of what Bosun Joe Smith would have received under the old pension rates and what he will be entitled to under the new plan. Old Benefit New Benefit 7,300 0 $450 $ 825 7,780 480 475 885 8,030 730 500 915 If Bosun Sam Smith had sailed 8,030 days, he would be entitled to a supplement uttder both the old and new pension pay rates. But CI ic, v^iu loiwi 1 yjay u m duppieinoni oenem wouio oe oaseo on a $500 monthly pension while under the new rates the supplement will be based on the $915 monthly pay. I;'' -"SI �jum 1990 Sacco Asks Congress to Look at Grain Traders^ Ploy ', • - ^ ITV" ".T '. V'>,. ••• •-M!>--y-ri-V-;- 'Deep Six Attack on Cargo Preference' . In light of the emergence of a whole range of facts over the past two months revealing the inter­ national ties of the giant grain trading companies that are attack­ ing cargo preference, SIU Presi­ dent Michael Sacco called on members of Congress to expose the motivations of the agribusiness conglomerates for what they are and beat back any attempts to weaken U.S. shipping. In a communication that was delivered to all members of the House and Senate, Sacco pointed out, "The attack on cargo pref­ erence is being inspired and man­ aged by the North American Ex­ port Grain Association (N AEGA), a trade group representing 37 com­ panies involved in the grain trade, of which close to half are owned or controlled by foreign inter­ ests." Among some of NAEGA's member groups with foreign par­ ents are C. Itoh & Co. (Japan), Elders Grain Inc. (Australia), Ferruzzi USA (Italy), Louis Dreyfus Inc. (France), SGS Control Serv­ ices (Switzerland), James Rich­ ardson & Sons Ltd. (Canada), Tradigrain (Switzerland), Mitsu­ bishi International Corp. (Japan), Mitsui Grain Corp. (Japan), Cen­ tral Soya Corp. (Italy), Italgrani (Italy), Marubeni America Corp. (Japan) and Zen-Noh Unico American Corp. (Japan). Sacco's letter was accompanied by a factual account of these ac­ tivities. Foreign-Flag Interests Equally significant is the fact that "many of NAEGA's mem­ bers own or charter foreign-flag shipping fleets," said Sacco. "Elimination of cargo preference .would enable these people to use their own foreign-flag fleets for the carriage of food aid cargoes," Sacco noted. Among NAEGA member com­ panies with extensive foreign-flag shipping operations are Cargill, Continental, Louis Dreyfus, Ferruzzi, Mitsui, Mitsubishi, Richco, Marubeni and Archer Daniels Midland. Furthermore, the union's pres­ ident said, the giant grain interests are the beneficiaries of billions of U.S. tax dollars through govern­ ment programs such as the Export Enhancement Program. In many instances, American taxpayer monies have become profits funneled into the coffers of foreignowned agribusiness conglomer­ ates. The SIU provided Congress with an examination of the total amount of government dollars used to pro­ mote the export of American ag­ ricultural products and compared that to the monies spent to pay for the difference in shipping costs between a foreign-flag and a U.S.flag vessel. Sacco told members of Con­ gress that in fiscal year 1989, $7.2 billion was spent on export pro­ grams for U.S. farm products and $116 was allocated for the U.S.flag differential costs. House Panel Debates Issue As elected officials and their staff members on Capitol Hill re­ viewed the facts concerning the giant grain lobby, the farm bill was making its way through commit­ tees and subcommittees in both branches of Congress. No anti-cargo preference amendments were introduced in the Senate committees deliberat­ ing the farm bill, although friends of the grain lobby said they in­ tended to introduce a roll back on the application of cargo preference to government-generated food aid during a full floor debate on the bill later this summer. On the House side, a push Was made to reduce the amount of cargo shipped on U.S.-flag vessels during a June 5 session of the Foreign Affairs Subcommittee for Internal Economic Policy and Trade. A resolution introduced by Re­ publican Toby Roth from Wiscon­ sin sought to decrease the amount of government-generated food aid cargo allocated to U.S. ships from 75 to 50 percent. His proposal was defeated by a 3 - 3 vote. (Under House rules, a tie vote fails.) Subcommittee Chairman Sam Gejdenson (D-Conn.) advised the midwest congressman that the res­ olution could be raised in full com­ mittee and also on the floor during a full House debate on the farm bill. Roth insisted on introducing his amendment. Republican Representative John Miller spoke against Roth's pro­ posal. The congressman from Washington state pointed out that "all countries are using their aid (programs) to help their indus­ tries" and it is not "unusual for the U.S. to do the same, in this case to help the maritime indus­ try." Miller also noted that those who seek to use foreign-flag ships just because they are cheaper should consider "if we want to free our aid program from all preferences and subsidies^, I think it should be done on an across-the-board baSIS allowing beneficiary nations to purchase cheaper farm products on the world market. While the anti-cargo preference amendment was defeated in the subcommittee, it is expected that the same proposal will be intro­ duced in the full committee and also on the floor of the House when the farm bill is before all representatives for their consid­ eration. At that time, it is expected that cargo preference foes will try first to eliminate all U.S.-flag partici­ pation in the transport of govern­ ment-generated food aid pro­ grams. Failing that, they will seek to decrease the percentage carried on American bottoms from 75 to 50 percent. The SIU and the rest of the maritime industry reject both pro­ posals. The 75 percent share al­ located to U.S.-flag ships was the result of a compromise between farm interests and maritime groups reached in 1985 during Congres­ sional debate on the Food Security Act. In exchange for exempting certain agricultural export pro­ motional programs of the U.S. government from cargo prefer­ ence laws, the share of direct gov­ ernment-donated food aid to be carried on American-flag vessels was raised from 50 to 75 percent. This year when the so-called farm bill is before Congress once again, propelled by the giant grain lobby, certain congressmen are seeking to wipe out the gains made by maritime in the compromise while keeping all the benefits the farm export groups received in the same deal. The SIU and other maritime interests have pointed out that this sort of double dealing is not fair to U.S. shipping, Amer­ ican farmers or the nation itself. - „-IJ •i. ' Cong. Torricelli Hits Anti-Shipping Stance of Farm Bureau Congressman Robert Torricelli has blasted an attack on cargo preference by an official of a farm organization saying that it ill be­ hooves the agricultural commu­ nity to question subsidies for the shipping industry. The Democrat from New Jersey said he did not understand how American agri­ culture could seek cuts in the government aid received by U.S. shipping inter­ ests when farm­ ers and farm groups receive far more tax­ Tornrelli payer dollars. Torricelli called the assault on maritime by Melvin Plagge, Pres­ ident of the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation, "short sighted" in a June 5 letter to the Cedar Rapids (Iowa) Gazette. Torricelli admitted he did not represent a farming district but noted many congressmen who do not represent agricultural regions but who support farm causes are asking "how American agricul­ ture, the recipient of billions and billions of dollars of direct and indirect assistance, can justify its unrelenting attacks on another in­ dustry which receives a mere frac­ tion of what agriculture is given by the American taxpayer." The congressman suggested if Plagge's statement that "if U.S. vessels were competitive, there would be no need for cargo pref­ erence" were true, could not the same be said for agriculture? He went on to ask why food aid could not be purchased elsewhere in the world where the prices are lower. Then he igave such examples as Argentine soybeans that sell at $102 a metric ton while American soybeans go for $113, and Euro­ pean Community butter that sells at $1,400 a metric ton while Amer­ ican butter goes for $2,276. Torricelli noted there is no need for such attacks because they not only hurt the maritime industry but also affect agriculture. He pointed out how he and others have been working for years to pass legislation that U.S. cash aid be used to purchase American goods and commodities with 50 percent of the exports to be carried on U.S.-flag vessels. Instead, groups hke the Farm Bureau have blocked any movement on the bill because of the cargo preference provision. As a result, U.S. gov­ ernment foreign aid dollars con­ tinue to be used freely to purchase commodities around the world with American dollars. Torricelli, a meniber of the House Foreign Affairs Commit­ tee, corrected the error in Plagge's column that money used to sup­ port cargo preference takes away dollars that could be used to buy more food. "Sometimes, those that question cargo preference forget that the cargoes still cost money to ship, regardless of which flag is used," the congressman wrote. "Mr. I^agge totally ignores the fact that under the 1985 compro­ mise, the cost of the increased cargo preference requirement is paid by the Department of Trans­ portation. It does not come out of the Agriculture Department or any food aid program." Under the 1985 compromise, maritime and agricultural groups agreed to exempt certain govern­ ment programs designed to pro­ mote American agricultural prod­ ucts, while increasing the share of cargoes of taxpayer-donated food aid to be carried on U.S. bottoms to 75 percent. Since 1954, when cargo preference was first en­ acted, until 1985 the amount of government-generated materials shipped on U.S.-flag vessels was 50 percent. When the 1985 compromise raised that amount to 75 percent, the funds needed to cover the additional 25 percent of food aid cargoes going on U.S.-flag vessels were obtained from Department of Transportation monies. ; •; f- r < • id./•, 'M "i- •n �'"Viv--^' t-v; -, ITF Rules ftgainst NMU's Foreign Setup if ^fi-'-' f:'; The International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) has re­ affirmed its earlier ruling denying American union status to the Cay­ man Island-based International Maritime Union (IMU), a group linked to District 1 Marine Engi­ neers Beneficial Association/Na­ tional Maritime Union. Announcement of the ruling, which holds that the IMU is not an American organization for pur­ poses of the ITF's flag of conven­ ience organizing campaign, was made at the ITF's recent Fair Practices Committee meeting in London. In the ITF's original decision last November, the organization's General Secretary Harold Lewis held that "the IMU is no longer qualified to negotiate or conclude collective agreements for U.S.owned FOC (flag of convenience) ships within the terms of ITF pol­ icy and practices and has not been so since the NMU's merger with MEBA District I." New Face, Old Idea Early last month, Shannon Wall, former head of the NMU, who now serves as Executive Vice President of District 1 MEBA/ NMU, and is chief officer of the Cayman Island organization, ap­ pealed to U.S. maritime union presidents to join in setting up a successor organization, also to be "chartered and headquartered in the Cayman Islands." Wall would be president of the proposed or­ ganization with a "financial ad­ visor" named by Wall "to assist the president in opening a U.S. dollar account in a parent U.S. bank in the Cayman Islands." 1: 7<' • In urging that "we must unite and act now," the former NMU president said "the stakes are lai;ge and lucrative." SIU President Michael Sacco shot back a reply rejecting the invitation, saying that "aside from the fact that you are seeking par­ ticipation of other maritime unions, there is no real difference between the 'new' organization and the non-U.S. 'union' you are now op­ erating and which has been the subject of so much controversy." Sacco said that Wall's lure of "stakes (that) are large and lucra­ w;- :• tive" was of no interest. "The SIU has a full-time job and obli­ gation to represent the well-being of its membership and we intend to keep the faith with them first and foremost," Sacco said. NMU Members Left Out Meanwhile, as word spread along the waterfronts where seamen gather that the Department of La­ bor has refused to call a new NMU The SIU has resumed pre-em­ ployment drug testing in case the Coast Guard rules that all ship­ board workers must have a recent screening after June 21. All members who are eligible to be employed after June 21 must possess a drug-free clearance^ ac­ cording to Angus "Red" Camp­ bell, SIU vice president for col­ lective bargaining. That includes anyone who registered before June 21 but who will ship out after that date. It is not known as of press time if the Coast Guard will resume pre-employment testing or present a new plan for random testing. A six-month extension for those who had passed pre-employment drug tests in 1989 .expires June 21. An earlier plan for random test­ ing was dismissed by a federal judge as being too "intrusive on the individual's privacy interests" based on lawsuits filed by the SIU and the Transportation Institute. It is believed the Coast Guard intends to submit new regulations outlining procedures for random drug testing of merchant mariners. If random drug screening goes into effect, the Coast Guard may relax pre-employment testing proce­ dures currently on the books. Ready No Matter What By reinstituting the pre-employ­ ment drug test last month, the union will be able to supply man­ power to SlU-contracted opera­ tors after June 21, no matter what the Coast Guard decides to do, explained Campbell. "This is a precaution the union and our em­ ployers are taking in case the Coast Every young person seeking a career in ship­ ping through the union's entry courses at the Lundeberg school must complete successfully a class in lifeboat evacuation procedures. ,: .. ,, . .. ^>_\v;;- .-_• I.h f -• E' I' •• - -.-^r'- %, ' • ••:<} •- I Discussing the Labor Depart­ ment ruling on the election as they sipped beers in a Texas waterfront bar, several NMU men blasted what they referred to as "second class citizenship in which we were shoved." One of the group, who sails as bosun, added, "The merger stacked the deck against us and an NMU man isn't even eligible under the MEBA/NMU constitution to run for head of the organization. Wall and his gang sold us into slavery," he said. Pre-Eniploym«it Drug Testing Resumes Lifeboat Training is a Must k'^W>-:i>': election despite evidence of irreg­ ularities in the balloting, unli­ censed members of District 1 MEBA/NMU expressed anger and frustration over what many said was a "sell-out of our interests by our officials who took care of themselves." Pictured in photo right are graduates of Trainee Lifeboat Class 453 are (left to right, kneeling) Clifton B. Boyce, Nee Tran, Sue Corliss, John Baker, Alberto Negron, Sean Moore, Vin Ennis, Leo Borror, (second row) Dewitt Long, Don Baker, (back row) Kelly L. Feldman, Michael M. Gott, Aaron Vaughan, Ray Toro, Darrin Kent, Gary Stever, John Kanfonik III, Gary Kypke, Stacy H. Thomas, Jeffrey Lee Riemersma, Rus­ sell R. Nelson, Craig Swindle, John James Phil­ lips III and Jamie Allen Overby. •fTJ''t J.- Guard eliminates extensions of previous pre-employment drug tests," Campbell said. On January 8, the USCG an­ nounced a six-month extension of preemployment drug tests taken in 1989. Up to that point, seafarers were obligated by government regulations to take a pre-employ­ ment drug test every six months. The Department of Transpor­ tation, in conjunction with the Coast Guard, issued extensive drug-testing regulations directed This is a precaution the union and our employers are taJdng. at merchant mariners on U-S.-flag vessels in November 1988. The government rules required U.S.flag operators to subject crewmembers to drug testing in the following circumstances: pre-em­ ployment, periodic, post-accident, probable cause and random. The SIU filed a lawsuit against the proposal in December of 1988, stating that the Coast Guard, by its own admission, had little evi­ dence linking drug use to maritime safety problems. While the lawsuit was making its way through the federal district court process, the union began pre-employment drug testing in May of 1989 because the govern­ ment regulations required all sea­ men aboard U.S.-flag vessels to have taken the test as of June 21, 1989. Federal District Judge Thomas Hogan ruled that pre-em­ ployment drug testing could go into effect, although he moved the implementation date to July 21, 1989. Random Testing Banned In December 1989, Hogan banned random drug testing a few days before the procedure was to go into effect. The federal district judge did allow periodic, postaccident and probable cause drug testing to go forward on December 21, 1989 as called for in the gov­ ernment's original regulations. In preventing the government from requiring merchant seamen to be subjected to random drug testing. Judge Hogan said the Coast Guard had failed to prove how all hands on a ship—particularly in­ dividuals working in the galleyhave a direct relationship to the safe navigation of the vessel. While ruling that random testing could not be implemented on De­ cember 21, 1989, the judge invited the Coast Guard to submit revised procedures. Last year, when the union began pre-employment drug testing, the program went smoothly. The pro­ cedures enacted by the Seafarers Welfare Plan exactly followed the rules outlined by the Department of Transportation. The process is designed to respect the-member's right to confidentiality and protect him or her from any errors occur­ ring in the procedure used to ob­ tain samples and determine the outcome of the test. �Jim DOT OKs Watemian Bid to Extend CDS •'^- .• • ' f 'i ''irym'' Secretary of Transportation Samuel Skinner has granted the request of Waterman Steamship Company to consolidate and amend its operating differential subsidy contracts. The decision was im­ portant in that it allows Waterman to continue existing operations and to plan for its future. The Water­ man subsidies would have begun ending next year. Skinner's action extends an op­ erating subsidy to Waterman, which merged recently with Inter­ national Shipholding Inc. and Central Gulf Lines, for another five years. Four vessels are in­ volved that operate in two trade routes: TR 17 for ships providing service between the Atlantic, Gulf and Pacific regions of the United States to Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore and TR 18 for opera­ tions between the Atlantic and Gulf coasts to ports located from the Red Sea through Burma. The Waterman request had somewhat of a rocky process; in­ itially the shipping company's pe­ tition was approved by the Mari­ time Administration's Subsidy Board (MSB), but just as the de­ cision was about to be finalized Secretary Skinner held up the de­ cision for a review by his office. Michael Sacco, president of the SIU, was among those supporting the Waterman request. He urged to government to "expeditiously" complete its "review of the Sub­ sidy Board's decision of May 3, 19% in this case, and to affirm the Board's action in every respect." Keeps Waterman in Industry In his order of approval issued this month. Secretary Skinner said that "on the basis of the com­ ments" submitted by a number of interested parties "and other fac­ tors ... we have decided to ap­ prove the Board's action and grant Waterman's petition, albeit with certain conditions." He said ap­ proval of the Waterman request "will serve the taxpayers better and facilitate maritime policy re­ form, while keeping Waterman an active participant in the industry as policy reform is being devel­ oped." The transportation secretary said he found "persuasive" Water­ man's argument that consolidating and amending its operating differ­ ential subsidy agreements (OD­ SA's), which in effect would ex­ tend their life for five years, would do "nothing more than keep" the company "in the same position as its subsidized competitors, most of whose ODSA's are scheduled to expire after 1996." The secretary also said the ap­ proval of the company's request should not increase the Maritime Administration's "subsidy expo­ sure" and Waterman only should operate its subsidized vessels on "its most economically viable routes. "Since Waterman currently uses four vessels on TR 18/17, as a condition of our approval of the MSB action. Waterman must agree now not to use any more than four vessels on these routes" the sec­ retary said. Because one of Waterman's previous subsidy routes, TR 21 to Europe, had not been served by the company for seven years. Skinner insisted that this ODS agreement not be included in the new arrangement. "As a condition of our approval j Waterman must agree to give up its subsidy rights on this route entirely," he said. In urging that Waterman be al­ lowed to consolidate and amend its ODS agreements, Sacco noted that "the SIU has enjoyed a col- lective bargaining relationship with Waterman for over 50 years." Pointing to the "catastrophic loss of U.S.-flag merchant ships" over the past two decades, Sacco said, "the SIU has done everything it possibly could over the years to assist Waterman in its efforts to be economically viable and com­ petitive." Turning down Water­ man's request "would negate all the good work that has been ac­ complished," he added. Favorable action on the com­ pany's petition will not prevent overall reform of the CDS pro­ gram, Sacco added. "Waterman remains committed in its efforts, along with the other liner com­ panies, to work for the enactment of such a program," he concluded. ODS is a government program that provides subsidies to U.S. operators for the difference in cost between foreign-flag and Ameri­ can-flag ships with respect to wages, insurance, maintenance and repairs. In turn,, companies re­ ceiving ODS must comply with restrictions on trade routes and meet stringent operating obliga­ tions established by the Maritime Administration in regard to serv­ ices and schedules. .-..t U.S./USSR Bilateral Maritime Agreement Leaves American-Flag Shipping Companies High and Dry .•. >y^-',. - . - "r--•• SIU President Michael Sacco called the bilateral maritime agree­ ment reached by negotiators from the United States and the Soviet Union "a masterpiece of glittering generalities" and noted that once again the American merchant ma­ rine had received no specific help from its own government. The pact did not contain a cargo shar­ ing provision, a key item for American operators because it would have allocated one-third of the cargoes between the two na­ tions to U.S.-flag vessels and onethird to the Soviet fleet. The administration had pushed a cargo reservation provision up until the last round of negotiations, but eventually caved in on the issue and produced an agreement that offers little to American ship­ ping companies. On the other hand, the Soviets obtained exactly what they wanted from the beginning of negotia­ tions: permission for Soviet ves­ sels to engage in the trade between the United States and third coun­ tries (known as the cross trades), reduced entry requirements so that notice of arrival can be given two working days ahead of time in­ stead of 14 as in the past and access to more American ports. Sacco commented, "If we were Russians, we'd be very happy with the agreement. As Americans we can only be saddened at the missed opportunity to promote our vital national asset — the merchant manne. The ports open to American-flag vessels as a result of the bilateral maritime agreement between the United States and the Soviet Union are noted above. Many of these ports are inaccessible during most of the year because of severe weather conditions. ters, U.S.-flag ships can boast no such gains in the access they have been granted to 42 Soviet ports. Several of the Soviet ports are located around the Arctic Circle, in a region where weather condi­ tions prohibit access seven to nine months out of the year. Soviet negotiators also included ports in Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia, three territories recognized by the United States as independent na­ tions. Soviet vessels can now call on Wilmington, Del.; Port Ever­ Sacco noted that other indus­ tries walked away from the su­ perpower summit with agreements that provided them with direct benefits. He cited the grain inter­ ests that are now assured the So­ viets will buy American wheat and U.S. airlines that have been granted new routes and guaranteed pas­ sengers and cargoes. While the 42 American cities now open to the state-supported Soviet merchant marine are open 12 months out of the year and are close to significant population cen­ V,;.\ ; ^, glades; Savannah; Portland, Maine; Baltimore; Boston; Fall River, Mass.; Albany, N.Y.; New York; Ponce, P.R.; Philadelphia; Georgetown, S.C.; Richrnond, Va.; Mobile; Boca Grande, Ra.;Tampa; Baton Rouge; Bumside, La.; Lake Charles, La.; New Orleans. Also among the American ports are: Gulfport, Miss.; Beaumont, Texas; Brownsville, Texas; Gal­ veston; Houston; Orange, Texas; Port Arthur, Texas; Port Comfort, Texas; Chicago; Bay City, Mich.; Duluth; Cleveland; Huron, Ohio; Toledo; Kenosha, Wis.; Milwau­ kee; San Francisco/Oakland; Los Angeles; Portland, Ore.; Dutch Harbor, Alaska; Longview, Wash, and Erie, Pa. The Soviet ports open to U.S.flag ships are listed on the map in this article. Without a cargo sharing provi­ sion, an arrangement that was part of the Nixon administration's bi­ lateral agreement of the '70s, the current pact calls for annual con­ sultations to discuss the cargo car­ riage expectations of each nation's fleet. The U.S. maritime industry does not want to see a repeat of the '70's when the Soviets garnered a significant share of the American cross trades by undercutting, pre­ vailing rates. The Soviet Union's fleet continues today to enjoy the advantages it had in the '70s— heavy government support and lit­ tle or no intra-flag competition. 'I'.' • '-'iE �m ^ • ;!?::• . :• •.. ... SOFARtHSm 8 •|v • • ' •: "•"'. Inquiring Seafarer Question: Is there a member of the union or seaman with whom you have worked who taught you a lot? •••h. • I-' - A .V -•»'. • ?• V '^- vT •• .'•} • ••• i- ..-;«Mj - • -^r -.,• (Asked of SIU members at the union hall in Jacksonville, FL.) George Bruer, Abie SeamanBilly Knuckles from West Vir­ ginia. He re­ cently retired. On my first trip, he was the day man. I sailed with him for 12 years on LNG ships. He taught me seamanship, how to handle myself and all that good stuff. Jimmy Graydon, OMU—Benja­ min J. Davis Sr., my step­ father. He's a retired SIU member and has passed away. He influenced me since I was a child to go to sea. He sailed QMED. We fode together sev­ eral times. Larry Griffin, Steward Assist­ ant—^There have been several guys. John Piatt told me what a good union the SIU is. Before I joined, he told me the need to go to school and upgrade. I have been able to sail with him since I joined in 1986. Anthony McQuay also has helped me to be a good union member. Richard Raulerson, DEU— There have been a lot of older members with the guidance and who know what they are talking about: Horace Sykes, Manny from Houston and Capt. Johnston. All have helped a lot. If I find someone reliable, I'll give a listen. It's something I'd urge the younger members to do because you might leant some­ thing. Michael Manion, Able Seaman— Sailing is some­ thing I have wanted to do since I was a kid. My father told Navy sto­ ries and they interested me. My uncle was in the merchant ma­ rine. I remember Mike Sacco was my union ed teacher at Piney Point in 1973. He said the union would become our second family and we could count on other union members. I know it sounds hokey, but it has become true and I always remembered him saying that. Rafael Car­ denas, Cook/ Baker—My un­ cle, Rafael Vega. I look up to him as my idol. I try to be like him and fol­ low in his footsteps. He was there when I needed him and was the father I never had. He sails with the SIU as an AB. I asked him if there was a way I could become a seaman. He told me to go with him tb San Juan and fill out an application for Piney Point. We still have not sailed together. Garth Beattie, FOWT—George Ripoll at the Jacksonville hall brought me back into the union and has kept me on the straight and narrow making sure that I meet all my union obliga­ tions. My dad, Grenville, wanted me to become a seaman. He has said that if he had to do it again, that's the way he'd do it. He is a strong union man, having been president of Local 234 of the Plumbers and Pipefitters. I got started when Leo Bonser gave my dad a LOG and I filled out the application. Patrick Cassidy, Chief Cook—My step-dad, Robert Mason. He was an active sea­ man for 30 years and I thought I would like it. Also I wanted to see the world. BiU Dickey, AB—^I guess I would have to say Gene Taylor | and Joe Perez. They helped me a lot in my early career to stay with the union and to keep ship­ ping. The twin-hulled USNS Victorious soon will be crewed by SIU Govemment Services Division members when it joins the MSCPAC fleet. MSGPAC's USNS ViGtorious To Be Crewed by SW Gov't Dh. The Govemment Services Di­ vision of the SIU soon will be crewing the first T-AGOS vessel utilizing the small waterplane area twin hull (SWATH) design, the USNS Victorious. The ship was cljristened last month at the McDermott Shipyard in Amelia, La. Once it finishes its shakedown mns, the Victorious will become part of the Military Sealift Command's Pacific Fleet (MSCPAC), according to an MSG spokesman. The USNS Victorious, like other T-AGOS ships, will serve as a platform for a passive undersea surveillance system. It will tow an array of underwater listening de­ vices and carry the electronic equipment required to transmit data to shore stations via satellite for evaluation. The SWATH twin hull has been designed to provide sta­ bility especially in rough seas. The exact date when SIU per­ sonnel will crew the military ves­ sel was not available at press time. USSR to Issue Medal Henering Seamen Vets el Munnansk Run The Soviet govemment is issu­ ing commemorative medals to U.S. merchant mariners who sailed in the convoy mns to Murmansk dur­ ing World War U. The medals, which originally were available to U.S. military personnel only, have been de­ signed to thank those who put their lives on the line to help the Soviet Union during the conflict and to offer a token of friendship from the USSR to the U.S. Inform Soviet Embassy Those mariners who believe they qualify for the medal must send a cover letter describing their par­ ticipation, the ship or ships on which they served and the convoy number (if known) to the Soviet Embassy in Washington. The interested seaman also must submit copies, not originals, of discharges from the ship involved in a Murmansk voyage or other proof of participation. Finally, mariners should include a copy of their certificate of release or dis­ charge from active duty, the DD Form 214, which became available to them when they gained veterans status in 1988. Mariners should send all this with their full name and current mailing address to Nickolay Parshenko. First Secretary and Con­ sul, USSR Embassy Consular Di­ vision, 1825 Phelps Place, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008. The Soviet govemment also will accept applications that include all of the above-mentioned items sub­ mitted by the next of kin for a deceased seaman. Any questions concerning the issuance of the medal should be sent to the above address. Lighthouse Stamps Issued to Celebrate U.S. Coast Guard Bicentennial The United States Postal Service has issued a set of five stamps honoring the 200th anniversary of the U.S. Coast Guard and the agency's role as keeper of the nation's lighthouse facilities. The commemorative stamps are of special interest to seamen who have long regarded the lighthouse as a sym­ bol of maritime safety. The stamps feature five different lighthouses from around the country: Admiralty Head, Wash.; Cape Hatteras, N.C.; West Quoddy Head, Maine; American Shoals Light, Fla. and Sandy Hook, N.J. The stamps are valued at 25 cents each and are sold in $5 books at local post offices. For those who collect stamps, the Postal Service is offering a special page to go along with the stamps. The page features the history of the five Hothouses. irnma': �•HI I:-— .; JUNe 1990 G&H Crews Move LUst of the Dreadnoughts The last floating battleship to serve in both World War I and World War II, the USS Texas, has been moved to from Galves­ ton's Pier 16 to Todd Shipyards in Houston thanks to G&H Tow­ ing tugboats ere wed by the SIU. Refurbishing the dreadnought, a term used to describe a battleship with heavy-caliber guns mounted in revolving turrets built before or during World War I, has been the goal of thousands of Texas citi­ zens. The first statewide campaign to keep the battleship from becoming a practice target or ending up on the scrapheap took place in 1948. That successful effort allowed the USS Texas to become a nautical museum docked at San Jacinto Battle^ound State Historical Park. During the past few years, the battleship — known throughout the region as the "Flagship of the Texas Navy" because she was commissioned as such in 1948 by the state's government — was in drastic need of repairs. The citi­ zens of Texas went to work again, this time raising more than $5 million to preserve the vessel. According to Linda Young, a volunteer coordinator for the proj­ ect to refurbish the warship. Lone Star state residents have raised money through such wide-ranging means as used can and newspaper drives to social outings. Five G&H Vessels Lend a Hand As part of the refiu-bishing drive, G&H supplied the tugs W. Doug­ las Masterson, Mark K., Captain W.D. Haden, W.D. Haden II and C.R. Haden to tow the vessel to her temporary dock at Todd Ship­ yard. -'gV ... Mb '.m V A SlU-crewed G&H tugboats assist the famous World War I and II battleship, the USS Texas, around the turn at Right Light Bend in the Houston Ship Channel as the vessel makes her way to the shipyard for refurbishing. On the battleship's port bow is the tug W. Douglas Masterson. The Mark K. and W.D. Haden assist on the port quarter, while the C.R. Haden and W.D. Haden II (not in view) work the starboard side. SIU members who participated in towing the dreadnought from Galveston to Houston were (on the W. Douglas Masterson) Cap­ tain Nelson Breaux Jr., Engineer Ken Baldwin, Deckhand Fred Luna and DEU Gene Coffman; (on the Mark K.) Captain David Green, Engineer Travis Turner, Deck­ hand Pat O'Neal and DEU Paul Demetro Sr. Crewing the Captain W.D. Haden were Captain Paul Dunaway. Engineer Steve Mattison, Deckhand Mike Batten and DEU Joe Fall. On the W.D. Haden II were Captain Larry Evans, Engi­ neer Dwain Dorsett, Deckhand Herman Butts and DEU Randy Yeager. The C.R. Haden was manned by Captain Morgan Harris Jr., Engineer Michael Wright, Deckhand Michael Prejean and DEU Rohert Hardin. Young estimates the repaired vessel should be moored by the end of the summer at her perma­ nent dock in the San Jacinto Bat­ tleground State Historical Park, the site of the final battle for Texas independence fought in 1845. A Powerful Vessel The USS Texas was commis­ sioned in 1914 and rated as the most powerful vessel of its kind in the world. In World War I, the battleship was part of the British Grand Fleet that chased the Ger­ man High Seas Fleet. In 1919, the dreadnought became the first war­ ship from which an airplane took off. Battleships built with heavycaliber guns mounted in revolving turrets were dubbed "dread­ noughts" after the first ship con­ structed with the specialized arms, the British vessel HMS Dread­ nought that was launched in 1906. During the '30s, the USS Texas, having been converted from a coal to oil-burner, sailed to various ports around the world to show the U.S. flag. She saw action in World War II off North Africa, France, Iwo Jima and Okinawa. During the June 1944 European invasion, the battleship suffered her only combat hit and fatality when a shell exploded in the pilot house. A second shell crashed through the deck but never ex­ ploded. It was disarmed and to this day remains on the ship as a sign of good luck. Golden Monarch Out of Shipyard; Jacksonville SIU Crew on Hand When the Golden Monarch left the North Florida Shipyard, she carried a full unlicensed crew from the SIU hall in Jackson­ ville. The tanker had been laid up for almost four months. Patrolman James B. Koesy said the crew had plenty of work to do to get the house in shape for sailing. "It was '• plenty hot in there because the air conditioning was just being turned on," Koesy recalled. The ship was in good shape overall, he reported. Koesy sup­ plied the crew with forms from the Seafarers Welfare Plan and Vacation Plan. Crewmembers also reviewed the contract with Koesy before getting underway. The tanker, which is operated by Apex Marine, sailed the coast­ wise route between St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands and New York. No problems were noted when the vessel left the harbor of the St. Johns River, the first trip for the ship in four months. I'" h• Mi ' I tr 8 •1 .• • ' ifr Chief Cook John Platts shows the Golden Monarch's galley is ready to prepare fheals for the crew. •ff •'. rfi- 'b'l fk •••V. •• Signing on the Golden Monarch in Jacksonviile, Fla. are (seated from the left) AS Mark Griffin, OS Arthur Lang. AB Tommie Vines, OS Curtis Lang, (standing from the ieft) AB Reggie Green and AB Charles Mann. The crew of the Golden Monarch prepares for a ship's meeting. From the left are AB Tommie Vines, AB Mark Griffin, AB Charles Mann, AB Reggie Green, QMED Pedro Santiago, QMED Pumpman Robin Cotton, Bosun Leggette Jones, AB Mark Holman, AB Tommie Benton, OS Curtis Lang, CC John Platts and OS Arthur Lang. «,1 • �SEAFARCRS LOG n SlU Crewmembers Start Woildng On Four More Military Tankers •I•i:.'. li-.- r' " U- , • ;• '.r •#. '. •• iS-i. . , • ' -. V.'. , -U r• •=' Mi •i m.: • -fii •V '• Seafarers signed on to work aboard four more of the nine Mil­ itary Sealift Command (MSG) tankers that are being operated by International Marine Carriers (IMC), an SlU-contracted com­ pany. The latest four to acquire an SIU crew were the Sealift Antarc­ tic, the Sealift Arabian Sea, the Sealift Arctic and the Sealift Pa­ cific. (Earlier crews had started working aboard the Sealift Car­ ibbean and the Sealift Indian Ocean.) Assistant Vice President Augie Tellez travelled to Bahrain to be with SIU members as they boarded the Pacific. "This was a good bunch of guys," Tellez said of Bosun Fred Gongora and his crew. "There was no problem when we went up the gangway. Everybody went to work immediately." Tellez said the situation was almost identical when he met Bo­ sun Tim Koebel and the rest of the crew of the Arabian Sea in Rota, Spain. "The crew was interested in showing what w'e could do aboard the tanker," Tellez re­ ported. Seattle Port Agent Bob Hall mentioned everything went smoothly in the port of Tacoma, Wash, when members came on­ board the Arctic and Antarctic. He noted ship chairmen Jack Kingsley of the Arctic and Ernie Duhon of the Antarctic were look­ ing forward to working with their crews to make the tankers SlUshipshape. IMC won the government con­ tract to operate the nine tankers earlier this year. The vessels had been managed by Marine Trans­ port Lines, a company with a collective bargaining agreement with the National Maritime Union—the unlicensed mariner's union that merged with a licensed engineers group to form District 1 MEBA/NMU. MSG awarded the five-year op­ erating contract after reviewing the proposals of several ship man­ agement companies. The tankers transport Department of Defense refined petroleum products world­ wide. They also provide support for Navy fleets and conduct refueling-at-sea operations for the military. Chief Cook Luis Fuentes prepares dinner for the crewmembers of the Arabian Sea. Before boarding the Pacific, the crew spent one night in a hotel in Bahrain. Posirig beneath a portrait of that nation's leader are from the left (front row) OS Aivin Jackson, CC James Robinson, OS Randy L. McAtee, (second row) Steward Baker Joe Deiise, SA Joe Simonetti, AB Bob McKechnie, OS Michael Chavez, D MAC Juan Patino, Bosun Fred Gongora, (back row) AB Kevin Merckx, AB R. Owens, AB Aivin Thomas and QMED Pumpman Dyke Gardner. AB Claude Leycock (left) gives Augie Tellez, SIU assistant vice president, a tour of the deck of the Arabian Sea. The crew of the Pacific climb the gangway for the first time to board the ship in Bahrain. OS A; Sarvis, a recent Lundeberg School graduate, assists OS Jose Ross with the lines for the Arabian Sea. Steward Baker Ed Winne gets right to work in the galley of the Arabian Sea. Antarctic crewmembers listen to a discussion on the ship's contract after boarding the ship in Tacoma, Wash. From the left are ABs Dan Seagle, Mike Meek, Freddie Griffin and Kane Kai Leeteg. • ?S : • i'i- 5-r'^ Seattle Port Agent Bob Hall signs on crewmembers for the Sealift Antarctic. From the left are Bosun Ernie Duhon, D MAC Ron Swanson, Hall and OS Dan Delaney. Getting ready for a union meeting aboard the Arabian Sea are (from the left) OS Jose Ross, QMED Pumpman J. Smith, AB Claude Leycock and AB K. W. Davis. �• ••1.- J ••,.».•»; v.»« -'. Jlfllff 1990 II Neither Rains Nor High Waters Daunt Tugs •'33 •« With summer about to start, work is progressing full speed ahead on the Mississippi River. The recent rains and high waters have not slowed the efforts of the Orgulf tugs and barges that ply the waterway. In fact the high waters already are helping to make this one of the better springs after several years of drought. The towboats have been able to push larger loads more easily without having to worry about narrow channels. Two of the vessels pushing barges loaded with dry cargo up and down the Mississippi are the MV James Ludwig and the MV Peter Fanchi. Both are crewed by SIU personnel. The Orgulf Transportation vessels recently stopped in Moore's Landing, Mo. to take on stores and fuel. SIU Patrol­ man Joe Sigler travelled from the St. Louis hall to talk with the members about contract ques­ tions, welfare concerns and courses available at the Seafar­ ers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. Sigler provided these photo­ graphs for the Seafarers LOG. Both tugs are capable of work­ ing the upper and lower sections of the Mississippi River system, depending on the number of m ill 11 ' t''. 3'' ,1/ • '%W 13- L'E Deckhand Dennis Juliet takes a break after the MV James Ludwig arrived in Moore's Landing. barges they are pushing. Besides dry cargo, the pair occasionally carries ammonia and chemicals on the river. Orgulf, which is headquartered "T Cook Catherine Kelly loads stores into the galley of the MV James Ludwig. in Cincinnati, moves the most barges in the Mississippi River system. Their vessels can be seen riot just on the Mississippi, but also on the Tennessee, Ohio, ••• i;l V 3' '1 n Illinois and Missouri riversas well. The SIU provides the lead deckhands, deckhands and cooks for the Orgulf tugs, which oper­ ate year-round on the rivers. • I New Lock is Good News For SIU inland Companios Even the cook deserves to eat as Stella Payne enjoys a grapefruit on the MV Peter Fanchi. Deckhand Bobby Mann tightens the tow before the MV Peter Fanchi leaves the Moore's Landing docks. Mickey Burkhart, the lead deckhand on the MV James Ludwig, checks the safety equipment before the tug sails on the Mississippi. Lead Deckhand Mason Brooks prepares to work on a barge being pushed by the MV Peter Fanchi. i Deckhands Walter Wise (left) and Rufus Davis secure the lines for bunkering on MV James Ludwig at Moore's Landing, Mo. Seafarers were on hand last month at a ceremony held in con­ junction with the demolition of the old Locks and Dam 26 near Alton, 111. . Because traffic up and down the Mississippi River will now move more freely. Seafarers who work on the waterway expressed their support for the demolition. A new locks and dam facility has been completed two miles down river. The locks have been widened to handle increased traffic on the river. Work on the new facility, known as the Melvin Price Locks and Dam, began in 1979. About that time, the original Locks and Dam 26 was reaching its peak with 73 million tons passing through it an­ nually. Because of its construction and age, the locks and dam, named for Henry T. Rainey, a former speaker of the U.S. House of Rep­ resentatives, could not facilitate any more barges going through. It became a bottleneck costing ship­ pers time and money. The old facility was described as the "crossroad of the inland waterway system in the central United States" by the Army Corps of Engineers, a name that will be transferred to the Price facility. It is located just south of where the Illinois River meets the Missis­ sippi and just north of the merger between the Missouri and Missis­ sippi rivers. "The locks for the Price facility have a maximum lift of 24 feet. The size of the main chamber is 110 feet by 1200 feet while the auxiliary chamber measures 110 feet by 600 feet. The main lock began working in October 1989 and became fully operational in February 1990 when the Rainey dam was shut down. The Corps of Engineers listed farm products, at 65.2 percent, as the number one cargo going through Locks and Dam 26 in 1988, the i last year records are available. Petroleum and chemicals made up 18.6 percent while coal comprised 8.6 percent. Completion for the whole Price facility, including wildlife, envi­ ronmental and park areas, is scheduled for 1992. Attending the ceremony on be­ half of the Seafarers were Port Agent Tony Sacco, Patrolman Joe Sigler and Field Representative Steve Jackson, all of whom work out of the union's St. Louis hall. "The widening of the river will help our contracted companies in the inland division," said Port Agent Sacco. "We've been look­ ing forward to the completion of this project for some time," he added. The new facility is named after Melvin Price, former U.S. Con­ gressman and, long-time chairman of the House Armed Services Committee. The Illinois elected official served in the House of Representatives until his death in the early '80s. Illinois Govemor Jim Thompson ad­ dresses the crowd in Alton, III. at the demolition of Locks and Dam 26. .iv. if • • '4 -H- . ' f:. ,"5' •• .. •.L. It -'M.- • -1 �a.»«. jr.'••••;.- frsrV. t*.•« -JtU SOFAIttltS LOG Union's School Trains Sabino Towing Abie Seamon S- • f,' Sabine Towing of Port Arthur, Texas boasts five new able bodied seamen thanks to a special course created for the inland company by the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Bill Eglinton, director of voca­ tional education at the school, said the company had a need to up­ grade some of its deckhands. "Sa­ bine had the opportunity to take on offshore work with its ves­ sels," Eglinton noted. "Coast Guard rules dictate a certain num­ ber must be ABs when a vessel is offshore. Through the school, we once again were able to meet the needs of one of our contracted companies." Dean Corgey, SIU assistant vice president for the Gulf Coast, said the company approached him about such a course during contract ne^ gotiations. "It was a good faith effort on both parts," Corgey said. •t It . i' '. i': • • "They put up a foot and we found a shoe to fit it." Sabine has six tugboats oper­ ating in the Gulf of Mexico region. The vessels assist in the moving of barges in Lake Charles, La., spotting oil rigs in the Gulf and towing dead ships. Eglinton said the first group of students was very impressed with the school. "They were a nice group of people to work with/' he said. "They were attentive and studious and plan to take word of the facility back to the tugs." Graduates of the first AB class for Sabine are deckhands Dennis W. Abshire, Chris Bntts, James Hebeit, Kenneth Moore and Bryan Welch. Both Eglinton and Corgey said the Sabine classes would continue through the year to give all deck­ hands the opportunity to upgrade. m-- inland members who work with Sabine Towing complete another step In their deck department careers with help from the Lundeberg Sctiool. From the left are Dennis W. Abshire, Bryan Welch, Kenneth Moore, James Heliert and Chris Butts. Seafarers Assisted by Lundeberg Scboors English Program Good communication skills and a thorough understanding of the English language are essential to Seafarers aboard increasingly technologically-complicated ves­ sels. Over the past month, SIU members RigobertoSegarra, Reinaldo Diaz, Rigoberto Rosado, Gilberto Jose Cbamorro, Roberto Val­ entin and William Viust have taken advantage of the Lundeberg School's English-as-a-second-language instruction to increase their knowledge of the shipping indus­ try and upgrade their skills. Brothers Chamorro, Valentin and Viust sail on Crowley Mari­ time vessels and currently are en­ rolled in the Lundeberg School's AB class. For the past three weeks, these SIU men have worked with Lundeberg School instructors to increase their vocabulary—both generally and maritime jargon in particular. The three also worked with in­ structors to develop good study habits and expand reading com­ prehension skills. Puerto Rico-based members Se­ Dr- •' -•• 'Vi ' "'•- garra, Diaz and Rosado enrolled in the school's tankerman, firefighting and first aid courses. To prepare for the classes, the three union brothers completed a sixweek English-as-a-second-language (ESL) course. The Lunde­ berg School offers this class pe­ riodically throughout the year. ESL Instructor Rob Wheeler said Segarra, Diaz and Rosado had gone through a "very demanding schedule" and had "worked very hard." But their studies paid off— all three passed the U.S. Coast Guard test for their tankerman certificates with very high scores. Brother Rosado had a 100 percent result on the test—a perfect score. The SIU men thanked the in­ structors of the school's academic staff for the individual tutoring they received. Wheeler, who encourages Sea­ farers whose first language is not English to take advantage of the school's ESL course, said recent maritime disasters serve as vivid reminders of the importance of communication among crewmem- bers. "One only has to look at the Scandinavian Star incident where over 150 people died because the crew could not understand each other," Wheeler noted. The Scan­ dinavian Star, a Bahamian-flag vessel that was carrying cars and passengers between Norway and Denmark, caught fire in April. Grewmembers, who were primar­ ily from either Portugal or the Philippines, could not communi­ cate with passengers or, in some cases, amongst themselves. \msf Graduates of the Lundeberg School's ESL course are (beginning second from left) Rigoberto Rosado, Rigoberto Segarra and Reinaldo Diaz. The three SIU men also took the school's tankerman course taught by instructor Jim Shaffer (left). Ken Conklin, vice president of the school, congratulated the three for the very high scores they received on the U.S. Coast Guard's tankerman certification exam. Third Mate Graduates • Seated left to right are Gilberto Jose Chamorro, Roberto Valentin and William Viust, SIU members who ship with Crowley Maritime. The three worked with members of the Lundeberg School's academic staff to strengthen their reading skills, expand their vocabularies and develop good study patterns. Pictured behind the Seafarers are instructors (left to right) Ginny Christensen, Ftobert Wheeler and Don Mundell. Terrestrial navigation, mies of the road, federal regulations and first aid/GPR are some of the subjects covered in the third mate class. Those graduating recently include (left to right, front row) Thomas Harding, Donald Wilkes, Jamie Clarkson, Jim Davidson, (serond row) Kaare O'Hara, Michael Manion, John McAninley, Michael Gates, Mike Leidelmeijer, instmctor Ron Raykowski, (back row) Michael O'Dell of the Coast Guard, Bill Eglinton of the Lundet)erg School and Dwayne L. Riles. .'yh •. "-J' �" i/-. -I*'-*;!'• ,' I • JUHl 1990 I '' A' I'. " • '->• '• €111: Porter Gordon Cherup helps to keep the galley spotless. The father-son combination of Victor (left) and Dwight Weber gets the deck into shape after the winter layup. ' V-.:: Wiper AN Haddad gets ready to bring another load of work material into the engineroom. I#:: Paul Thayer SIU Trio At Home on Great Lakes Second Cook William Gillette has his hands full making cookies for the crew; When the Paul Thayer left the Cuyahoga River for the 1990 Great Lakes shipping season, the vessel carried some familiar crewmembers aboard. John Hickey began his third season as bosun on the bulk car­ rier and his fourth year as part of the crew. QMED Frank Kole also was starting his fourth year on the Pringle Transit ship, while Second Cook William Gillette was sailing for his fifth season on the vessel. The trio has sailed exclusively on the Great Lakes. They all said they have no thoughts of going elsewhere. AB Wheelsman Victor Weber on the other hand has sailed both deep sea and on the Lakes. "I prefer the Great Lakes," said the Temperance, Mich., resi­ dent. "I'm closer to home." Porter Gordon Cherup, who has sailed on the Lakes since 1971, looked into shipping in the deep sea division. "I thought about deep sea," he remem­ bered. The veteran SIU man de­ cided to continue his career on the Great Lakes. Another crewmember on the Thayer is Victor Weber's son, Dwight. The younger Weber is a permanent deckhand on the ship. Dwight Weber, who has sailed on the Lakes for four.years, said he liked being onboard with his father. "It makes it feel more like home," he said. Besides being members of the SIU, both Webers are veterans of the Coast Guard. •f - - i •A: •. ••• - f .Si';'I:'-•?' •-.•SI; Gateman Donald Maskell moves a barrel of lubricating oil into position for the engineroom crew. •-mi •. •; : i;, • •• -.r. M••-X m1.^ 'W Watchmen Kevin Fitch (left) and John Atkinson prepare to work in the Thayer's storage room. The Paul Thayer docks on the Cuyahoga River In Cleveland. OS Steve Halvaks hustles a load of supplies down the deck. t Bosun John Hickey inspects the trash incinerator on the deck of the Paul Thayer. This equipment helps the crew meet USCG regulations on the disposal of garbage. One of the many chores handled by QMED Frank Kole is painting the valves in the engineroom. ^ - �IfWh-.&T ;• ••• • '•- 14 F • • - • •••' i-' -•• I. ^ -:: Mr I,: SEAFARERS 106 • Cable Ship Key to Long Distance Phoning ,...-,_'-r'Lr'%^ The Cable Ship Charles L. Brown is the newest vessel in the Transoceanic Cable Ship fleet. The ship, which sails in the Pacific Ocean, lays telecommuni­ cations cables for AT&T, Transoceanic's parent company. Chief Steward Vic Romold prepares coffee for the ship's crew. r' • • -.• '• 'M':'\.. Steward Assistant Joe LaBella is ready to be paid off by Assistant Purser Heidi McCartney. The SIU supplies the unli­ censed crew for the Brown, which began sailing for AT&T in 1985. Built as a cable mainte­ nance vessel more than 30 years ago, the ship still features highly polished wooden decks and brass fixtures. SIU rriembers aboard the vessel when it was recently docked in Portland, Ore. took pride in keeping the vessel shiny while workmen were trudging through the ship. The Brown handles cable-lay­ ing and maintenance operations from the U.S. West Coast and Hawaii to Guam and the Philip­ pines. It contains test equipment to evaluate signals transmitted under water. The ship also has a full complement of power feed equipment. A universal power supply and power separation fil­ ter allow the Brown to send sig­ nals to an on-shore terminal power site or to terminate power fed from a shore terminal. The vessel is a self-contained work­ shop because of the long time it spends away from its home port of Honolulu. ••I;:'; ^. r. • r. t:..-'. r,-::,:; \' ... CharlesL.Brown IsCnrrentHome Of SIU Husband and Wife Team Alan Lautemiilch and Dorene Moiise are more than shipmates aboard the SlU-crewed cable ship Charles L. Brown. They share the same love for the sea, the same bank account and the same fos'c'le. They are husband and wife. "It's mostly luck to get back together," Moiise recently told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG about the couple's shipping out together. "It isn't easy but we should be together for eight months this time." Moiise and Lautermilch met while working on the American Hawaii Cruise Line vessel Inde- -••••iiiilf' Chief Cook Dorene Moiise and AS Alan Lautermilch pictured in the galley of the Ghailes L. Brown. pendence. Moiise worked in the galley while Lautermilch sailed in the deck department. They started dating after signing off and now are preparing to cele­ brate their second wedding anni­ versary. When Lautermilch was asked what it was like to sail with his wife, he responded, "It's fine for me." Moiise, who was nearby, stared at him and cried, "Fine?!" Lautermilch immedi­ ately announced he meant "great. I've got a great wife." Then the pair laughed as he turned over his paycheck to her. "I'm the saver in the family," she said matter-of-factly. Both said they would like to start a family. "It really gets to me but it is almost impossible to keep sailing," Moiise said. "We'll hold off until we figure out how we can manage it." Lautermilch added they just had purchased a house. "Down the road, we would like to raise a family there," he said. Lautermilch is an AB on the Brown while Moiise sails as chief cook. The Brown, which is owned by an AT&T subsidiary, the Transoceanic Cableship Company, lays telephone cables across the floor of the Pacific Ocean. OS Jeff Maskell takes time to clean a spill on the counter in the Brown's galley. Bosun William "Hoppy" Carroll reviews paperwork before being paid off on the Charles Brown. Left to right, SIU Patrolman Raleigh Minix answers a question related to the SIU Welfare Plan for able seamen Lyie Swindell, Bill Rackley and Gary Cardillo. Union Uiges Veterans Panel To Be Fair To WWII Mariners A bill to extend World War II veteran status to merchant mari­ ners who served between August 15, 1945 and December 31, 1946 faces tough opposition in the House Veterans Affairs Committee. The powerful chairman of the committee, G. V. "Sonny" Mont­ gomery ^-MS), has announced he is against the extension which would provide merchant mariners the same veteran status time pe­ riod as members of the armed forces. His opposition is sup­ ported by several veterans orga­ nizations and the Department of Defense. SIU President Michael Sacco urged "favorable-and expeditious consideration" of the bill by Montgomery's committee as soon as possible. Sacco noted in a letter to Montgomery that "45 years have elapsed since the end of World War II. Still, a number of mer­ chant seamen who participated in that struggle remain unrecognized and denied the benefits they de­ serve." The legislation, known as HR 44, is sponsored by Houston Con­ gressman Jack Fields (R-TX). Af­ ter sailing through the House Mer­ chant Marine and Fisheries Committee with a unanimous vote, it was assigned to the Compen­ sation, Pension and Insurance Subconunittee of the Veterans Af­ fairs Conunittee where there are no immediate plans to hold any hearings on the bill. Harry Burroughs, minority counsel for the Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee, has been following the legislation through Congress. He said the Fields bill is designed to put into law admis­ sions that merchant mariners are Bill would extend veteran status for time served in 1945 and 1946. veterans "already made by the courts and the Air Force." (The Air Force is the branch of the military that reviews veteran sta­ tus matters.) When merchant mariners won veteran status. Congress limited the time period from December 7, 1941 when the U.S. entered World War II to August 15, 1945 when Japan surrendered. However, those who served in the armed forced from August 15,1945 to December 31, 1946 when President Harry Truman declared an end to hos­ tilities are considered World War II veterans. They are entitled to the same benefits in compensa­ tion, pension and insurance as those who fought during the battle period. �- .jf JUNE 1990 ri^he Seafarers Pension Plan anX nounces the retirement of 17 members of the union this month. A total of nine sailed in the deep sea division, while five came from the inland section and three sailed on the Great Lakes. Brief bio­ graphical sketches on all of these veteran SIU men follow. Half of this month's pensioners served in the military during World War II. Pensioners John B. Harris and Harold L. Loll started their deep sea shipping careers during the war. Brother Harris signed on in April 1944 and Brother Loll became a member in February 1945. Deep sea member Louis E. Vidal and inland member Ernest P. Trotter share the honor of being the oldest Seafarers to retire this month. Both are 66 years old. ^eep Sea GIOVANNI T. AQUINO, 64, joined the Seafarers in April 1971 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. The New York City native served in the Marines from 1943 to 1946. Brother Aquino attended the Lundeberg School to receive his LNG endorsement in 1978 and to become a recertified steward in 1982. He also sailed on inland vessels operating from the port of Jacksonville. He lives in Casselberry, Fla. ALLEN GEORGE, 60, joined the SIU in September 1948 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Born in Alabama, he shipped in the engine department. Brother George upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1974 and became a QMED in 1983. He resides in Eight Mile, Ala. JOHNB. HARRIS, 65, joined the union in April 1944 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He was bom in Wilmington, N.C. Brother Harris became a recertified steward in 1982 at the Lundeberg School. He also upgraded at Piney Point in 1978. He calls Virginia Beach, Va. home. PAUL E. HAYES, 65, graduated March 1962 from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in Baltimore. The West Virginia native served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. Brother Hayes held many rating endorsements in the engine department, becoming a licensed engineer with District 2 MEBA. He has retired to St. Augustine, Fla. • To Our New Pensioners • • .Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. Thesemen and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. THOMAS S. KLINE, 63, joined the Seafarers in March 1952 in the port of New York. He was born in Charleston, S.C. and served in the Navy from 1943 to 1944. Brother Kline sailed in the deck department. He received his LNG endorsement at Piney Point in 1980. He lives in Jacksonville, Fla., from where he did most of his shipping. LEON LEVIN, 65, joined the SIU in August 1968 in the port of New York. The Philadelphia native served in the Army from 1943 to 1945. Although he started his seafaring career in the steward department. Brother Levin switched to the black gang. After accumulating enough seatime, he became a QMED at the Lundeberg School in 1973. He resides in Atlantic City, NJ. HAROLD L. LOLL, 61, joined the union in February 1945 in the port of New York. The deck department veteran was bom in Pennsylvania. Brother Loll has retired to Cazadero, Calif. RAYMOND H. ULATOWSKI, 65, joined the Seafarers in April 1948. A native of Connecticut, he served in the Army ffom 1942 to 1946. Brother Ulatowski sailed in the engine department. He calls New Britain, Conn. home. LOUIS E. VIDAL, 66, joined the SIU in May 1967 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. Bom in Pennsylvania, he served in the Navy from 1942 to 1964. Brother Vidal upgraded at Piney Point to become a recertified steward in 1984. He lives in Cottonwood, Calif. Inland CHARLES D. EVANS, 63, joined the union in August 1963 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. He was bom in Louisiana and served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. Boatman Evans sailed in the deck department on vessels operated by Sabine Towing. He resides in Port Arthur. CECIL A. MIRE, 65, joined the Seafarers in October 1956 in the port of New Orleans. He served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Boatman Mire sailed in the engine department on Dixie Carriers vessels. He still calls his native Thibodaux, La. home. " k '• •asis;,'- 75 engine department rating in 1980. Boatman Trotter continues to reside in Philadelphia. PATRICK T. WILKINSON, 62, joined the Seafarers in Febmary 1968 in the port of St. Louis. A Kansas City, Mo. native, he served in the Navy from 1945 to 1951. The deck department veteran also spent several years sailing in the deep sea division. Boatman Wilkinson attended the 1979 educational conference at Piney Point. He has retired to Paducah, Ky. I®--" Great Lakes ROBERT T. BILLMAN, 62, joined the SIU in October 1960 in the port of Detroit. Born in Buono, Minn., he served in the Army from 1950 to 1952. The engine department veteran sailed on Erie Sand and Steamship vessels. Brother Billman cdls Two Harbors, Minn. home. THOMAS J. PURSER, 65, joined the SIU in March 1979 in the port of Mobile, Ala. He was bom in Hazelhurst, Miss, and served in the Army Air Force from 1942 to 1945. Boatman Purser sailed in the deck department on boats operated by both Sabine Towing and Dixie Carriers. He lives in Pass Christian, Miss. WILLIE CICHOCKE, 65, joined the union in October 1960 in the port of Detroit. A native of Wisconsin, he served in the Army from 1951 to 1952. Brother Cichocke sailed in the deck department before retiring to Chicago. ERNEST P. TROTTER, 66, joined the union in July 1968 in his native Philadelphia. He served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. The deck and engine department veteran attended the Lundeberg School for the 1978 educational conference. Pensioner Trotter upgraded his PETER R. JONAS, 65, joined the Seafarers in March 1966 in the port of Frankfort, Mich. He served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. Brother Jonas was a member of the black gang. He continues to live in his native St. Ignace, Mich. L '5-;. 1./M- ;M r ; •. •, ('".'J • 'I'••••' • X f . ttrx Seafarers Welfare Plan Notice COBRA: Continuation Heaith Coverage Seafarers or their dependents who have lost eligibility for health care coverage under the mles and regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, may be eligible to purchase, at a pre­ mium, welfare coverage directly from the plan. Seafarers who have lost their eligibility for plan coverage must notify the plan office immediately to find out whether or not they or their dependents may elect to continue benefits under this program. To obtain more information about this program. Seafarers may call the membership services office at l-800-CLAIMS-4(1-800252-4674) or may write to: COBRA Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746 (The April 1989 edition of the Seafarers LOG contains a com­ plete description of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act—or COBRA—i>rogram.) . �*^;»3)KV»'>' iPii®l 76 SEAMfffiK 106 Ionian Evening watch, lookout on the wing, The night dark, the waves glistening; No ships, no boats, no beacons bright. Only the stars' heavenly light. Reveries eclipsed the lookout's mind. Such peaceful moments lost in time; The helmsman busy with what he ought. Third mate plotting a Grecian chart. -^:-r>^: • '.A ff by C.J. Sandy The lookout now fancies his fears Have fallen victim to deaf ears; Could be true the ship sails away Like some blind man going astray? (The Seafarer/author sails in the deck department.) The rocket flare's fiery flash Hit the water with a splash; Surely no one could deny, A signal had pierced the sky. The mate imagines threat'ning sharks. Menaces swimming in the dark; Or sailors' worst nightmare's tomb. To end life's course in drowning's doom. Were Ulysses' children on holiday. Cruising wildly in the wind and spray; When joy turned to tears amidst the din Of Sahara's mighty winter wind. The rocket's dazzling flight. As Zeus' thunderbolts bright Could the mortals yet be saved From Poseidon's watery grave? Or Arab fishermen far from home. Caught unawares in Sirocco's storm; Would they again see children and wives Or be swallowed up, to lose their lives? The unwritten law of the sea In true mariners' hearts it be; Like the good Samaritan's tale. Profound as the sacred white whale. Most surely this is not a dream. The lookout let out an awful scream, "A light amid ships!" cried the mate. Certainly there is no mistake. Can it be a merchantman's lifeboat Crew sunburned, thirsty, barely afloat; Who these souls were, was not know. Despite the sky being all aglow. History ascribes the hero's name To gallant rescues, immortal fame. Is there not reason to despair When those in command do not care? We must advise the captain below Of all we've seen, for he shall know What course to steer and bring us to. Destiny's call to the rescue. The rocket flare she flashed and flew. The Captain'must have much to do. What reason for failing to proceed And assist swiftly those in need? Then over to port the three did gaze, A sight t'would leave them all amazed; Suddenly out of the darkness came A flare shot off with marksman's aim. Flash flies the rocket flare. Oh Captain do you care? But turn your ship and look around. That those in distress might be found. -'} Tale The mate phoned the captain of all they'd seen. And he replied, "Must be a submarine." The mate insisted, "A sub's light is amber." But the Captain rebuked, "Who is the Master?' ' •' • •' y The lookout thought he heard one weep Far astern now, over the deep; All were filled with a mournful dread. While the ship—a fugitive fled. Forever gone the rocket flare's blaze Swallowed up by unfeeling waves. Can it be one callous heart did slay Perishing souls before light of day? The master had a schedule to keep; Besides, he could hardly lose his sleep; Would this man not hearken to the call; He never came up to look at all. (Permission to reprint the poem above muSt be obtained from the author.) .-'te" LOG-A-RHYTHM Happy Anniversary By Connie Garner Darling, Happy Sixth Anniversary And even though you're at sea. In my heart of hearts You are here with me. I pray we will have many more anniversaries. Together or apart. As long as our hearts are joined together. We are never far apart. So as you travel upon the seas So many miles away. Remember that I love you And Happy Anniversary. SlU Families Can Vacation at Soiiooi SIU families considering sum­ mer vacations may want to spend a week or two at the union's ed­ ucational facility in southern Maryland. For the vacationing family, the Lundeberg School's location in Piney Point offers many exciting activities within a short drive. Additionally, at the Lundeberg School, families can boat or fish, swim or play tennis, lift weights or just take walks along the banks of the St. George Creek. An arts and crafts center is a favorite spot for many sons and daughters of Seafarers. In the vicinity of southern Maryland and Washington, DC, are many historical sites and mu­ seums celebrating many of the nation's traditions and early way of life. UNION MEMBER VACATION RATES A vacation stay at the Lundeberg I School IS limited to two weeks per I family. •; •' ; | Member $40.40/day' Spouse $ 9.45/day Child $ 9,45/day Note: There is no charge for children under the age of 12. The prices listed above include all meals. Send completed application form to Seafarers Training & Recreation Cen­ ter, Piney Point, Md. 20674 or call (301) 994-0010. SEAFARERS TRAINING & RECREATION CENTER Reservation Information Name: Social Security Number: Book Number: Address: Connie and Bosun Jimmy Garner have been married for six years. Connie Gamer asked the LCX3 to help mark the occasion this month of the couple's sixth wedding anni­ versary. • TL.ly ' :. . • ) Telephone #: ( Number in Party/Age of Children, if applicable: Date of Arrival 1st choice: 2nd choice: — 3rd choice: Stay is limited to two weeks. Date of Departure: ' 6/90 �:•• vvj';'>• 17 mt 1990 Stahrers latematkmal Uma Dimtoiy Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes CU-Company/Lakes MAY 1-31, 1990 L—Lakes NP—Non Priority •TOTAL REGISTERED TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups All Groups All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT : 0 35 I ENGINE DEPARTMENT ,0 13 3 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 :• 23 5 0 .•<V. A- ENTRY DEPARTMENT 6 0 0 63 72 Totals All Departments 0 71 27 0 54 4 0 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Dispatchers' Report for Inland Waters MAY 1-31, 1990 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Cl^ss A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED Ail Groups Class A Class B Class C ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans 'Jacksonville San Francis j^^pmingt Seattle Puerto Rico Houston AlgonaiC St. Lotiis Port IfNewYorkJ;! I Philadelphia l^^^adtimop ' Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San FranCistSti Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac St. Louis Piney Point Totals 6 0 0 0 0 0 2 "t • 0 " 0 0 0 0 0 . 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1. 2 0 0 0 0 3 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 •~74 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 0 ,0 0 "• •• • 0' 0 0 P 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 ••tm 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 • 10 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 17 0 0 29 1 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 9 0 0 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 182 13 Totals All Departments 63 16 23 54 13 13 18^ 86 86 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. .-.V- .f'-'' J V J,. . .. PHILADELPHIA i Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac St. Louis Piney Point Totals HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE yf:>A 5 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 '• (301) 327.4900 DULUTH v.. 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 mmm HONOLULU 9m 636 Cooke St. Honolulu, HI 96813 (808)523-5434 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713)659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 1^ . 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904)353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 i "• . • (201) 435-9424 /,. MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkvvy. MobUe, AL 36605 (205) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 'i-Ma NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. , Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718)499-6600 ' r' ' NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-1892 •V^- A-':- 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 I , PINEY POINT St. Mary's County Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 ,v;,. SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 _ Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez J uncos St. alt; Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 ,, (809) 721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206)441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213) 549-4000 •. •: • .1 • t- • ': k • • \ . -v : p 'M'M: -•fP-'-ii: 0m - ' "i--•.••• ,Si• Jit Irl: . •J::; y-;: y- ; •' -a J'lli' af' • M-'• t.. 7 • .i i-'t. i/lt-v '"7' "if it- J . J| !:• iV Personals SAM BEAMAN Please contact Kathy Fisher at (713) 326-1571. CHARLES O. FAIRCLOTH Please call Melinda Christie Thorn­ ton collect at (601) 856-2303. ••; •/' j �• • ' - 's, •••-•V Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea MAY 1-31, 1990 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C V''-' |:rr ; •! . "ir. t-:-. ,: r. ,. ' 1:1 mp «•' .-rt H i'i. i' l:-:: Trip Reliefs ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C VV- . 10 •' I * P •"'.t ^4 243 ' 2 15 I 82 ' 3 il""' ENGINE DEPARTMENT > • -• 4!;- 1. .I" I' <}••• i. : " . ,<• . i' f t J ...IcjW/ Port Pf • 25 '• I 2 4 7 11 « j2 . 1 -" STEWARD DEPARTMENT 3 21 0 •' :2 6 >•,•.'•••<5-,J'.-;','' 3 ' . • • •' L <' I •• •S'rX\.V' Monday, July 2 4 New York ' •" " " • " Tuesday, July 3 Philadelphia Thursday, July 5 • *: Baltimore Thursday, July 5 Norfolk ThursdayJuly 5, , .;y|| Jacksonville Thursday, July 5 Algonac Friday, July 6 " Houston Monday, July 9 New Orleans Tuesday, July 10 ; Mobile Wednesday, July 11 San Francisco Thursday, July 12 i Wilmington Monday, July 16 Seattle viiP' Friday, July 20 ' San Juan ' Thursday, July 5 St. Louis Friday, July 13 'MM SIC Honolulu Friday, July 13 . Duluth I ''M Wednesday, July 11 .-f. Jersey City Wednesday, July 18 New Bedford Tuesday, July 17 . m ' 1 i' * i Totals fs meeting ilhSOnan* ' mm mgm - -iM 0 1 4 J " o 6* " 1 '• 2 129 46 1 0 S "00 .' s l* „ ' 2 ' ^ V,' 9 99 269 152 0_ 3 " 34 ENTRY DEPARTMENT ' San I^isincisco ^ Wilmi^pn Seattlef| Puerto^ico Honol^u piou fst. ^ , 13 New Yor ;:.'-l»hiladi^h!|^ Bal^ore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans ClI 1?^: tp . » ^ . X r-,4'W < - :4ipney PpipL Port !1-i. ' 1 > :• Port New York ! Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis ^ ^ Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu f Houston |';^t. Louis Piney Point Totals Hfotefs DECK DEPARTMENT Port iewy Philadelphia Baltimore . Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals Norfolk Mobile New Orleans . Jacksonville San Francisco ?.iS' TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ' Piney iPoint Totals Totals AM Departments 679 408 397 561 339 327 280 1,111 594 448 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of May was up from the month of April. A total of 1,507 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,507 jobs shipped, 561 jobs or about 37 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A tot^ of 280 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 12,345 jobs have been shipped. .• •a»¥5i . �'f . ••''-t:* • • • r*^"L *•' .•H: , questing reliefs. Next port: Philadelphia. as possible. Onocce^fon, because of spa<^ limitations, some will t»omlt^^^ t. Those i' , upon receipt of the ships minutes. LAWRENCE H.GIANELLA (Ocean Shipholding), March 19 — Chairman Brian O'Hanlon, Secretary Martin Josephson, Educational Director H. Daniels, Deck Delegate James C. Henry, Engine Delegate Ernest Lacunza Jr., Steward Delegate F. Aral. Educa­ tional director noted all newcomers should take advantage of the Lundeberg School. Engine delegate reported a beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Contracts department asked to review pay raise for crew. Crew requested new television an­ tenna for lounge set. Crew asked to be more considerate during night lunch and reminded to place plastics in plastic-only containers. Crew thanked Chief Cook Clarence Jones for his fine food. OMI CHARGER (OMI Corp.), March 25 — Chairman Benedict B. Born, Secretary Wally Lau, Engine Delegate Milton Israel. Chairman discussed chan­ ges in New Orleans and Mobile halls. Educational director reminded members to use facilities at Piney Point and donate to SPAD. Treasurer reported $130 in movie fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Contracts department asked to review increase in pension plan. Crew asked to keep lounge clean and gar­ bage sacked. Next port: Texas City, Texas. CAROLINA (Puerto Rico Marine), April 22 — Chairman A. J. Austin, Secretary R. R. Maldonado, Educational Director David Able. Chairman reported no problems onboard. He reminded crew of payoff in New Jersey. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to review raise in wages, pen­ sion and vacation pay and decrease in time needed for vacation pay and pen­ sions. Deck and engine departments thanked for keeping messroom and pantry clean. Steward department thanked for good food and service. GROTON (Apex Marine), April 16 — Chairman T. Tierney, Secretary James H. Gleaton, Educational Director A. R. Gardner. Chairman announced new VCR installed in crew's lounge. He sug­ gested all members donate to SPAD. No disputed OT or beefs reported. Crew asked contracts department to consider clean-up time before meals and increase maintenance and cure. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Next jKjrt: Stapleton, N.Y. HUMACAO (Puerto Rico Marine), April 15 — Chairman L. Rodrigues, Secretary H. Galicki, Educational Direc­ tor W. Turner, Deck Delegate J. Kor-, chak. Engine Delegate B. Clark, Steward Delegate D. Herrera. Chairman said everything was running smoothly. He reminded those getting off after payoff to make sure their rooms were clean for next man. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted losing battle in keeping longshoremen out of mess hall and night lunch. Steward department thanked for great job. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. LIBERTY SEA (Liberty Maritime), April 15 — Chairman Cesar A. Gutierrez, Secretary R. G. Black, Educational Director E. Zapata, Deck Delegate George B. McCurley, Engine Delegate Alphonse Thomas, Steward Delegate Norman Taylor. Chairman said crew would like to be updated on current events in union. Treasurer reported $335 in movie fund and $26 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for job well done. LNG CAPRICORN (ETC), April 8 — Chairman Billy K. Nuckols, Secretary Doyle E. Cornelius, Educational Direc­ tor Rene R. Rosario, Deck Delegate James D. Fletcher, Engine Delegate Barry L. Harris, Steward Delegate Louis A. Gracia. Chairman introduced captain who thanked crew for job well done. Chairman reminded new members importance of upgrading at the Lun­ deberg School, No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment for clarification of garbage and burning details as LNG vessels now have incinerators. NEDLLOYD HUDSOW (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), April 22 — Chairman R. Wardlaw, Secretary R. G. Connolly, Mucational Director Mike Overgaard, Engine Delegate Terry Preston, Steward Delegate Robert Arana. Treasurer reported $250 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked Chief Cook Robert Arana and GSU Eddie Gonzalez for their extra good jobs. OMI COLUMBIA (OMI Corp.), April 30 — Chairman William Lough, Secretary Robert Castillo, Deck Delegate Mike Gomes, Engine Delegate Greg Thompson. Chairman told crew captain is unforgiving about drinking so be care­ ful. He urged members to discuss safety items at meeting and list non-safety-re­ lated matters on repair list. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew wants to see more maintenance on running gear, however present maintenance program will continue full steam. Steward depart­ ment received vote of thanks. OVERSEAS JOYCE (Maritime Overseas), April 8 — Chairman Duane Stevens, Secretary Steven Parker, Education^ Director Rodney Hamilton, Deck Delegate Kenny Parks, Steward Delegate Steven Hamilton. Chairman announced payoff set for April 16 in Portland, Ore. He urged members to register to reclaim jobs as ship will be leaving drydock April 28. Secretary asked members to place linen in provided bags before leaving. He also thanked crew for smooth trip. Education­ al director suggested members make flight reservations early to save money. He also stressed need to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Deck delegate asked contracts department to review possibility of in­ creasing wage of watchstanding AB. Crew thanked steward department for fine meals and fresh baking, especially the bread. Secretary noted this voyage marked the first time in 14 years Aat brothers Steven and Rodney Hamilton had sailed together. Next ports: Long Beach and Banicia, Calif, and Portland. SEA FOX (American Transport Lines), April 7 — Chairman Bruce Gordon, Secretary Walter Mosley, Educational Director Chuck Haller, Deck Delegate Herbert Charles, Engine Delegate Teddy Wallace, Steward Delegate Sigrid Antoni. Chairman said crew needs clarification on length of drug test clearance. He announced a new policy is being tested to insure crewmembers join­ ing the vessel come to a clean room. Educational director urged the members. to do right by the union, do right by themselves and do a good job onboard. Treasurer listed $248 in ship's fund. Deck and engine delegates reported beefs. Engine delegate also had disputed OT. No problems reported by steward delegate. Crew asked penalty meal hour be included in contract. Crew also asked company to be more specific when re­ SEA-LANDATLANTIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), April 8 — Chairman C. L. Hickenbotam. Secretary John E. Samuels, Educational Director Floyd Acord. Educational director urged members to attend the Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to investigate in­ crease in monthly pensions and decrease time needed for vacation pay. Crew thanked steward department. Next ports: Charleston,.S.C. and Houston. SEA-LAND CONSUMER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), April 8 — Chairman W. Mortier, Secretary E. M. Douroudous, Educa­ tional Director W. L. Lindsay, Engine Delegate Kevin DeSue, Steward Delegate Franklin Cordero. Treasurer reported $90 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Deck delegate asked for clarification if ABs should go into hatches looking for stowaways. Crew asked contracts department to review reducing time needed for vaca­ tion check. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. SEA-LAND DEFENDER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), April 22 — Chairman Luigi Al­ leluia, Secretary Johnnie McGill, Educational Director Rolando Gumanas, Deck Delegate William Mur­ phy, Engine Delegate Steve Rollins. Chairman reported everything running smoothly. Educational director requested repairs on platforms. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. SEA-LAND EXPEDITION (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), April 23 — Chairman Marvin Zimbro, Secretary Janice D. Patterson, Educational Director David J. Dukehart, Deck Delegate J. J. Bermudez. Steward Delegate Antjuan Webb-Birch. Treasurer announced $50 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reminded to keep recrea­ tion room and mess hall clean. SEA-LAND FREEDOM(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), April 8 ^ Chairman W. Fell, Secretary G. SIvley, Educational Direc­ tor R. Chapman. Chairman said all was running smoothly. He asked crew to turn in keys when signing off vessel. Educa­ tional director asked why shoregang or gangway ABs are plugging reefer boxes. Treasurer noted $115 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND VOYAGER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), April 15 — Chairman D. Brown, Secretary C. Gibson, Educational Direc­ tor R. RIsbeck. Chairman announced ar­ rival in Tacoma, Wash, would be early in morning of April 22. He urged mem­ bers to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer announced all funds were used on movies. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked for keeping lounge clean. Steward department mem­ bers asked contracts department to review why they cannot receive one hour per week for room sanitary. Next port: Tacoma. 1^--. OVERSEAS NEW YORK (Maritime Over­ seas), May 15 — Chairman M. 2^peda, Secretary N. Evans, Educational Direc­ tor E. Self, Deck Delegate J. Landry, Engine Delegate A. Lino, Steward Dele­ gate C. Evans. Chairman asked any members who have ideas for new con­ tract to submit them to headquarters as soon as possible. Educational director noted 26 movies are unaccounted for and asked members to return the ones they have in their rooms. Treasurer re­ ported $45 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked con­ tracts department to look into increases in pension, dental and optical plans. Steward department thanked for serving wonderful meals every day. Crew re­ minded to keep lounge and mess hall clean. Next port: Nederland, Texas. IZ'-' V- ' .4 • SEA FOX (American Transport Lines), May 14 — Chairman Keith Adams, Sec­ retary Walter Mosley, Deck Delegate Herbert Charles, Engine Delegate The­ odore Wallace. Chairman told crew he had not heard from the union yet about the questions that had been raised. He said he tried to telex questions to San Juan union hall so answer could be pro­ vided during payoff in Philadelphia, but captain refus^ transmittal. Treasurer an­ nounced $248 in ship's fund. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew asked contracts department to study increase in daily maintenance and cure. Crew questioned if captain could go through rooms without delegate present and if he can write up work regulations and have crew sign. Crew noted unsafe fire drill held. Crew reported need for identification and letter to reboard vessel in Brazil. Next port: Philadelphia. L •_ • , SEA-LAND ANCHORAGE (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), May 2 — Chairman J. Lundborg, Secretary j; Wright, Educational Direc­ tor K. Bertel, Deck Delegate C. A. Crespo, Engine Delegate JImmIe Nich­ olson, Steward Delegate George Bryant Jr. Chairman advised those signing off vessel to clean rooms and see patrolman before leaving. Educational director an­ nounced safety and training films were aboard. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked contracts department to Study increase in monthly pension al­ lotment. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment, especially Chief Cook George Bryant, for job well done. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Service), May 10 — Chairman A. J. Palino, Sec­ retary R. Spencer, Educational Director S. Hardin. Chairman stated all was run­ ning smoothly. Secretary urged all mem­ bers to contribute to SPAD. Educational director reminded crew to upgrade at the Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Engine delegate had some questions regarding possible changes in QMED shipping rules. Crew requested lock for lounge to keep longshoremen out. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. •'X . .J I - v.-, • "-r.?.:?- r- •%' • • Eye For Safety—Bosun Wi'llam "Scotty" Byrne points to a wire damaged during weight testing aboard the PFC William Baugh. • �SEAFARCItS LOG 20 Busy Month At Union's ^ Training School ^ More than 200 Seafareris used some of their time on the beach to upgrade their Skills at the union's Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. this spring. Pictured on this page are upgraders who successfully completed their course of study. More photos of Lundeberg School gradu­ ates are found on pages 6 and 12 of this edition of the Seafarers LOG. •AV w'-; Upgraders Lifeboat; Receiving their lifeboat training certificates from the Lundeberg School are (left to right, front row) Michael Borders, Russ Reffitt, T. C. Shaddox, Adel Alwashie, Thor "Spool" Young, Roberto Valentin, Cecil R. Gubisch, Harry Johns (MSG), H. Paquin, Eusebio Rodriguez (MSG), (second row) Robert Goutier, Gilbert Ghamorro, Charles Hust, Anthony Bush (MSG), Anthony Sabatini, George Hoopes, James Randolph, Jack LaMotta, (back row) Donald Spongberg, Richard Barnhart, William Viust and Phillip Acosta (MSG). Upgraders Lifeboat: Instructor Jake Karaczynski (front left) led these members in lifeboat training and safety. From the left, the graduates are (front row) Karaczynski, Gheryle A. Sykes, David Lyons, Bryan Welch, James Hebert, John A. Reid Jr., (back row) Ronnie Richardson, Lonzell Sykes, Kenneth Moore and Damon D. Eisenbrey. Celestial Navigation: Members graduating this course can plot their location by using the sun, moon and stars. From the left (kneeling) Eddy Frizell, Chip Noell, Ron Huyett, (standing) Richard Sweeting, Woodrow Shelton, Richard P. Finley, Tom Dowdell and J. P. Visier. QMED: Receiving their endorsements as qualified members of the engine depart­ ment are (left to right, kneeling) Robert Ramsey, T. G. Shaddox, Les Cope, (second row) H. Paquin, John Gronan, Michael Leroy Brown, Scott Horn, Edwin Taylor, Tomas M. Gonzalez, Glenn Henderson, Bruce N. Zenon, (back row) Wayne Toole, Doug Barnard, Aaron Bernard, Robert Aarts, John Yarber, Mark O'Malley and George Hoopes. Tankermw: Ready to take on the challenges loading, unloading and transferring cargoes from barges and tankers are (left to right, kneeling) Allen Terro, Joe Gash, Rigoberto Rosado, Giuseppe Grivello, (second row) instructor Jim Shaffer, Jim Townsend, Reinaldo Diaz, Anna-Monika Visier, Milo Banicevic, (back row) Damon Washington, Thomas Wright and Stella Zebrowski. Radar: Members leam radar theory through the use of state-ofthe-art simulation techniques. With instructor Jim Brown looking on from behind, graduates include (from the left) Richard Sweeting, Mike McGee, Ghip Noell, Jim Gunningham and Nelson Breaux. Fireman, Oiler, Watertender: Making their way up in the black gang are these Lundeberg School graduates. From the left are (kneeling) Hank Gole, Mark Dumas, Sid Stratos, Ernest Gerrillo, Daniel J. Zealberg, Ernie B. Perreira, James Randolph, (standing) Odell Parmley, Adel Awashie, Kevin Inase, William Harrington, Allen Kindt, Art Wadsworth, Kevin Hall, Robert Scott, instructor Eric Malzkuhn, Doug Davies and Daniel Gaboon. Upgraders Lifeboat: Instructor Gasy Taylor (center) led these upgrading students through the lifeboat course. From the left are Dante F. Slack, Donna D. Moore, Taylor, Dennis W. Abshire and Ghris Butts. �juitnm 21 Final Departures '•'V ; DEEP SEA THOMAS D. FOSTER Thomas D. Foster, 68, passed away January 12. Bom in Balti­ more, he JESUS ALVARADO Jesus Alvarado, 89, passed away October 20, 1989. He began his seafaring career aboard the President Johnson in March 1946 as a member of the Marine Cooks and Stewards, a West Coastbased maritime union that was part of the SIU's Pacific District. The MCS later merged with the SIU's Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District. Brother Alvarado retired in July 1970. joined the union in November 1944 in the port of New York. Brother Foster sailed in the deck department and became a recertified bosun in Febmary 1976 at the Lundeberg School. He retired in Febmary 1985. He is survived by his wife, Lillian. EDGAR HARMAN WILLIAM CHRISTIAN William Christian, 89, died on December 9, 1989. He began sailing with the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1948 before its merger with the union's Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District. Brother Christian retired in January 1971. JOSE CUBANO Jose Cubano, 67, passed away May 14. A native of Aracibo, P.R., he joined the Seafarers in November 1947 in the port of San Juan. Brother Cubano sailed in the steward department. He retired in December 1987. His wife, Gloria, survives him. Edgar Harman, 83, died September 26, 1989. The South Carolina native became a charter member of the Seafarers when he signed on in November 1938 in the port of New Orleans. The union had just been formed in October of that year. Brother Harman sailed in the engine department until he retired in December 1970. REINO HEUA Reino Heija, 72, passed away March 5. He started sailing in March 1936 for the Marine Cooks and Stewards. The veteran steward department member retired in November 1974 before the union merged with the SIU's Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District. BILLY EDELMON STANLEY A. HOLDEN Billy Edelmon, 62, died May 2. The Houston native joined the SIU in January 1946 in the port of New Orleans. His deck department career was interrupted from 1952 to 1955 with a stint in the Army. Brother Edelmon became a recertified bosun in February 1975 after completing specialized course work at the Lundeberg School in Piney Point. Seafarer Edelmon retired in November 1986. Stanley A. Holden, 81, died March 22. He was bom in Warwick, Md. and served in the Army, and Coast Guard from 1927 to 1934. Brother Holden joined the Seafarers in October 1944 and sailed in the steward department. He began collecting his pension in June 1973. His wife, Mildred, survives him. THAD L. ELLZEY HORACE HUNT Thad L. EUzey, 75, passed away March 16. He began his career aboard the Cape Friendship in January 1946 with the Marine Cooks and Stewards prior to its merger with the SIU's Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District. Brother Ellzey started drawing his pension in June 1976. Horace Hunt, 63, passed away April 9. The North Carolina native joined the SIU in June 1945 in the port of Norfolk. Brother Hunt served in the Army from 1948 to 1951 before resuming his deck department career. He upgraded to recertified bosun in September 1975 at Piney Point. He retired in November 1986. KEE W. FONG Kee W. Fong, 74, died March 15. His career with the Marine Cooks and Stewards, before its merger with the SIU, began in 1950. A long time member of the steward department. Brother Fong left his work in the galley and began collecting his well-deserved pension in June 1978. CHARLES JACKSON Charles Jackson, 63, died April 21. He was bom in Talladega, Ala. and served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. Brother Jackson joined the union in June 1968 in the port of San Francisco. He was an active member, sailing in the steward department, at the time of his death. EUGENE KIRKLAND Eugene Kirkland, 72, passed away Febmary 10. Tbe deck department veteran was born in Savannah, Ga. Brother Kirkland joined the Seafarers in August 1942 in the port of Baltimore. He began to draw his pension in May 1973. EVERETT G. KKSCH Everett G. Kirsch, 73, died March 7. A native of Pern, Iowa, he served in the Coast Guard from 1942 to 1944. Brother Kirsch joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in June 1953 in the port of Portland, Ore. He retired from the SIU in August 1979. HUBERT A. LANDRY Hubert A. Landry, 76, passed away January 1,0. Bom in Canada, he joined the Seafarers in December 1948 in the port of New York. Brother Landry sailed in the black gang. He started to collect his pension in November 1978. DUANE H. LAUDE Duane H. Laude, 60, died May 9. The Buffalo, N.Y. native served in the Navy from 1947 to 1951. He joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in October 1972 in the port of San Francisco and sailed aboard the SS Independence during the 1980s. Brother Laude retired in Febmary 1985. DONG F. LING Dong F. Ling, 88, passed away January 14. He joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1932. The steward department veteran retired in July of 1967, prior to the MCS merger with the SIU's Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District. ALBERT V. LOO Albert V. Loo, 70, died April 15. He was bom in Estonia and joined the union in August 1951 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Throughout his seafaring career. Brother Loo held ratings in the engine department. Seafarer Loo retired in November 1989. LEON LYBERT Leon Lybert, 67, passed away April 13. The Mississippi native served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. He joined the Seafarers in August 1955 in the port of Philadelphia. The deck department veteran sailed on Cities Service vessels early in his career. Brother Lybert retired in September 1984. He is survived by his wife, Christine. EDWARD LYONS Edward Lyons, 71, died March 22. He was bom in Fall River, Mass. Brother Lyons joined the SIU in May 1944 in the port of New York and sailed in the engine department. He began drawing his pension in November 1982. JOHN McKAREK John McKarek, 73, passed away December 25, 1989. The New York native joined the union in June 1943 in the port of Baltimore. Brother McKarek sailed in the deck department until June of 1973, when he retired. ABRAHAM MATORIN Abraham Matorin, 77, died Febmary 8. He started sailing with the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1940. Brother Matorin retired in December 1969 when the MCS was part of the SlUNA's Pacific District and before the union merged with the union's Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District. HOWARD MILSTEAD Howard Milstead, 63, passed away April 24. He joined the Seafarers in 1969 in his native Mobile, Ala. He sailed primarily in the engine department in the deep sea division, however he also worked in the deck (lepartment of ocean-going vessels and saUed on SlUcontracted tugs. Pensioner Milstead upgraded to pumpman in 1982 at the Lundeberg School. He began collecting his pension in August 1989. FRANCIS PASTRANO Francis Pastrano, 74, died April 17. The Reserve, La. native joined the Seafarers in October 1948 in the port of New York. Brother Pastrano sailed in the steward department. Pensioner Pastrano began collecting his monthly SIU retirement benefits in July "7 V - 1979. His wife, Matherine, survives him. , it CEZAR B. PEDREGOSA •M Cezar B. Pedregosa, 81, passed away March 5. He was bom in the Philippines. Brother Pedregosa joined the SIU in August 1947 in the port of New York. He sailed in the galley gang and started drawing his pension in May 1973. \ -tun ANTONIO QUINONES Antonio Quinones, 80, died Febmary 11. He began sailing with the Marine Cooks and Stewards in December 1945. Brother Quinones, after 28 years of sailing in the steward department, retired in Febmary 1973. -7^ - :• .".rM. ::r' ULDARICO REPREDAD Uldarico Repredad, 81, passed away October 28, 1989. A native of New Washington, Philippines Islands, he served in the U.S. Army from 1943 to 1944. Brother Repredad joined the union in June 1951 and sailed in the steward department, fie began to collect his pension in Febmary 1975. ..I '•¥S :C- WALTER RICHMOND Walter Richmond, 66, died May 18. He was bom in Illinois and joined the Seafarers in December 1944 in the port of New York. Brother Richmond sailed in the steward department. He retired in January 1985. • wf t''' DIMAS RIVERA Dimas Rivera, 79, passed away Febmary 26. The deck department veteran was bom in Puerto Rico. He joined the SIU in August 1944 in thdfe port of New York. Brother Rivera began collecting his monthly pension benefits in April 1974. Vl* ' i' i' -- .•If? ' EDWARD ROBINSON Edward Robinson, 82, died March 16. The New York native joined the union in November 1944 in the port of New York. Brother Robinson was a member of the black gang. He began to draw his pension in April 1969. :! J • •: • RUDOLPH ROBINSON JR. Rudolph Robinson Jr., 45, Continued on Page 22 ._sr 1 'i--' , �SEAFARERS m 22 niud DepaftUuM Continued from Page 21 i*. ;}>— '••'5» ;:>'4 • ' passed away April 10. Born in Texas, he joined the Seafarers in October 1968 in the port of New Orleans. He graduated from the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Brother Robinson sailed in the steward department. He was an active member at the time of his death. THOMAS A. ROBINSON Thomas A. Robinson, 68, died May 24. He joined the SIU in January 1947 in his native New Orleans. Brother Robinson began his steward department career aboard Delta Line vessels. He became a union pensioner in December 1982. WILLIAM N. SEARS William N. Sears, 73, passed away April 21. The Florida native became an early member of the Seafarers two months after the union was chartered by the AFL in October of 1938. Pensioner Sears joined the SIU in the port of Savannah, Ga. Brother Sears sailed in the engine department before he retired in February 1979. GILBERT J. TROSCLAR Gilbert J. Trosclar, 69, died April 26. Bom in Louisiana, he served in the Anny Air Corps from 1942 to 1945. Brother Trosclar joined the SIU in August 1951 in the port of New Orleans. During his sailing career. Brother Trosclar held many ratings in the steward department. In 1981 he graduated from the Lundeberg School's recertified steward program. From '81 until he retired in November of 1983, Brother Trosclar held the top position in the steward department on any of the vessels he was assigned. RAPHAEL C. VANASSE Raphael C. Vanasse, 62, passed away May 10. The Wisconsin native served in the Army from 1946 to 1949. He joined the union in January 1959 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Vanasse sailed in the black gang. He was an active member at the time of his death. BRUCE WEBB Bruce Webb, 79, died May 3. Pensioner Webb was bom in Georgia and joined the Seafarers in August 1951 in the port of Tampa, Fla. He started his steward department career aboard Alcoa ships. Brother Webb began to receive his pension in March 1971. He is survived by his wife, Beatrice. HARRY WHITELAW Harry Whitelaw, 75, passed away Febmary 5. He served in the Navy from 1941 to 1945. Brother Whitelaw was a member of the Marine Cooks and Stewards, an SIUNA affiliate that merged with the Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District in the late 1970s. Brother Whitelaw retired in January 1979. DEXTER WORRELL Dexter Worrell, 76, died May 7. The Virginia native was a charter member of the Seafarers. He joined the union in December 1938 in the port of Mobile, Ala. in the turbulent times when communists and shipowners alike were fighting the SIU. Brother Worrell sailed in the deck department. He began drawing his pension in September 1969. ALBERT YADO Albert Yado, 74, passed away May 3. The Key West, Fla. native joined the SIU in August 1940 in the port of Tampa, Fla. Brother Yado saUed in the steward department. When he retired in May of 1983, Brother Yado began receiving his well-deserved monthly pension check. INLAND JAMES E. BARNES James E. Bames, 77, died April 18. He was bom in Edna, Texas and served in the Army Air Corps from 1940 to 1945. Boatman Bames joined the union in May 1957 in the port of Houston. He sailed in the steward department on G&H Towing vessels operating in the Gulf of Mexico. Brother Bames retired in July 1970. GEORGE T. DAVIS George T. Davis, 86, passed away April 17. The Houma, La. native joined the Seafarers in May 1961 in the port of New Orleans. Boatman Davis sailed as a tugboat captain. He started • collecting his pension in November 1972. WILLIAM J. DIXON William J. Dixon, 45, died April 27. Bom in Norfolk, Va., he joined the SIU in September 1979 in the port of Tampa, Fla. Boatman Dixon was an active member sailing in the engine department at the time of his death. MORRIS A. HOLDER Morris A. Holder, 19, drowned Febmary 5 in Pungo Creek near Belhaven, N.C. He became an SIU member in April 1989. Boatman Holder sailed as a deckhand on vessels operated by G. W. Willis Company at the time of his death. starting his engine department career. He retired in April 1976. He is survived by his wife, Jane. JOIWPIETZAK John Pietzak, 84, died Febmary 21. He was born in Germany and joined the foremnner of the SIU's Great Lakes division in March 1937 in the port of Buffalo, N.Y. After 26 years of sailing on Lakers, Brother Pietzak began to draw his pension in August 1963. RAILROAD MARINE the union in September 1960 in his native New York City. Brother Borra served in the Coast Guard from 1941 to 1945. He sailed in the deck department on vessels operated by the New York Central Railroad before he retired in October 1974. MELVIN STONER Melvin Stoner, 91, died March 31. He joined the SIU in August 1960 in his native Philadelphia at a time when the union was organizing crewmembers of vessels owned and operated by raUroad companies. Brother Stoner sailed in the engine department for the Pennsylvania RaUroad. Boatman Stoner retired in May 1963. ALFRED WILLIAM BORRA Alfred William Borra, 78, passed away December 5, 1989. He joined WILLIAM ORNDUFF William Omduff, 70, passed away March 8. The Marion, 111. native joined the Seafarers in Febmary 1968 in the port of St. Louis. After 27 years of sailing in the union's inland division. Boatman Omduff retired in June 1985. The LOG would like to hear from SIU members and pensioners. Please send articles, photos, poems and letters. DAVID T. WILLIAMS David T. Williams, 75, died May 8. He was bom in Ocracoke, N.C. Boatman Williams joined the union in June 1961 in the port of Philadelphia. He sailed in the deck department on Curtis Bay Towing vessels. He began drawing his pension in January 1975. His wife, Sarah, survives him. GREAT LAKES WILLIAM CARTWRIGHT SR. William Cartwright Sr., 87, passed away May 5. He joined the Seafarers in July 1961 in his native Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. Brother Cartwright sailed in the engine department before he started collecting his pension in August 1985. JOSEPH H. MRKVA Joseph H. Mrkva, 69, died March 31. The Michigan native joined the SIU in April 1958 in the port of Frankfort, Mich. Brother Mrkva sailed in both the deck and engine departments. He retired in March 1986. ALOIS MUCHA Alois Mucha, 79, passed away May 8. He joined the SIU in July 1961 in his native Milwaukee, Wis. Brother Mucha served in the Navy from 1942 to 1945 before The British-flag BT NautUus ran aground June 7 in Kill Van Kull, a major shipping channel between New York and New Jersey. The ship spilled ap­ proximately 600,000 gallons of home heating oU. The U.S. Coast Guard and British au­ thorities are investigating the incident. ^ ^ The Panamanian-flag Bermuda Star had to ferry its 680 pas­ sengers to New Bedford, Mass. when it got stuck on a rocky ledge in Buzzards Bay two mUes off shore of Woods Hole, Mass. The June 10 incident resulted in a spUl of some 10,000 gallons of oil into Cape Cod waters after four fuel tanks were exposed by a nearly 100foot long split in the huU. The vessel ran aground in fog. The U.S. Coast Guard indicated that the ship's radar was not working properly. ^ ^ ^ Late last month, the Baham­ ian-flag cmise ship, the Regent Star, suffered an engineroom fire which caused a power faUure in the steering and pro­ pulsion systems as the vessel headed up the Delaware Bay for PhUadelphia. The passen­ ger vessel drifted, then be­ came lodged on a sandbar as Aim/DTHsmmLY MfMBfmp mm Armmsjimwm it was returning from a trip to Montego Bay, Jamaica. The 890 passengers on board had to evacuate to land before the ship could be freed. The crew complement was made up of Greek, French, Norwegian, Danish, Italian, Finnish and German nationals. i i i Peter Huang, president of American Hawaii Cruise Line, said recently his company is looking for more passenger vessels to run in the Hawaii cruise ship market. His two ships, the SlU-crewed Inde­ pendence and Constitution, are 100 percent booked for the year. He said the company is looking at possibly refurbish­ ing older U.S.-flag vessels. Sea-Land Service is resuming operations between Jamaica and the United States after nearly two years. Service was stopped after U.S. customs officials found three con­ tainers loaded with marijuana aboard a Sea-Land vessel in late 1988. Sea-Land said it was ready to re-enter the Jamaica market after that nation's au­ thorities took steps to improve security in Kingston. �JUNE 1990 23 1990 UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE Recertification Programs All Pngnms An Geand to Impnuo M Skills of 5IU Membon And to Pnmote Hio American Maritime Indust/y July-December 1990 The following is the current course schedule for June-December 1990 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's needs. PLEASE NOTE: All members are required to take firefighting when attending the Lundeberg School. Engine Upgrading Courses Check-In Completion Course Date Date QMED-Any Rating September 17 December 7 Fireman/Watertender and Oiler October 29 December 7 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and fdaintenance course. Pumproom Maintenance & Operations August 20 September 28 October 29 December 7 Marine Electrical Maintenance July 23 September 14 October 1 November 23 Marine Electronics Technician July 23 October 12 Diesel Engine Technology October 1 October 26 Refrigeration Maint. & Operations August 20 September 28 Hydraulics October 1 October 26 All students in the Engine Department will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. Check-In Completion Date Date July 23 August 31 September 17 October 26 November 12 December 21 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Lifeboatman July 9 July 20 August 6 August 17 September 3 September 14 October 1 October 12 October 29 November 9 November 26 December 7 December 24 January 4 Ship Handling August 27 September 7 October 8 October 19 December 3 December 14 Radar Observer Unlimited Aipgust 20 August 24 October 1 October 5 November 26 November 30 Third Mate August 6 November 16 Tankerman July 23 August 17 Limited License September 17 November 23 Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Course Abie Seaman 1990 Adult Education Schedule The Adult Education courses listed are six weeks in length. Check-In Completion Course Date Date High School Equivalency (GED) July 30 September 8 October 29 Draember 8 July 30 September 7 Adult Basic Education (ABE) October 29 December 7 July 30 September 7 English as a Second Language (ESL) September 10 October 19 October 29 December 7 Oil Spill Course Oil Spill Prevention & Containment (1 week) July 9 July 13 July 23 July 27 September 3 September 7 October 1 October 5 October 29 November 2 December 10 December 14 Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Developmental Studies July 16 September 10 July 20 September 14 ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course August 13 October 8 August 31 October 16 Steward Upgrading Courses Check-In Completion Course Date Date Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker All open-ended (contact admissions Chief Cook, Chief Steward office for starting date) All students in the Steward Program will have a two-week Sealift Famil­ iarization class at the end of their regular course. SHLSS College Program Schedule for 1990 . ' ' Completion Date November 5 •'ii Deck Upgrading Courses FULL 8-week Sessions August 6 through September 28 Check-In Date September 24 Course Bosun Recertification October 15 through December 7 ' SiS.;':' Upgrading Application Name. (Last) (First) Date of Birth. (Middle) Address. With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. DATE OF RATING DATE VESSEL SHIPPED DISCHARGE HELD Mo./Day/Vear (Street) Telephone. (City) (State) (Zip Code) " (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. Book #_ Social Security #. SIGNATURE. DepartmenL Seniority^ U.S. Citizen: • Yes • No I Am inlcrcslcd in l(ic Following Course! s) Clieckcd Below or Indicaled Here if Not Listed Are you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: If yes, which program: From Last grade of school completed. • Yes • No Di;CK to (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses: • Yes • No If yes. course(s) Taken— Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? • Yes • No If yes, how many weeks have you completed? —^ Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement: • Yes • No Firefighting: • Yes • No CPR: • Yes • No Primary Language S^ken DATE. Home Port. Endorsement(s) or License(s) Now Held Date Available for training . . "-J.' — — • Q • • • AB/Sealifl I si Class Pilot Third Male Radar Observer Unlimited Master Inspected lowing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course • Marine Flectrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Fngine Technology n Assistant l-lngineer/Cbief Fmgineer Motor Vessel • Original Ird Fmgineer Steam or Motor n Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Klectro-Hydraulic Systems m Automation • Hydraulics n Marine Fleclronics Technician Al l. DFPARTMFNTS • Welding • l.ifehoatman tMust be taken with another course) ADUI l FDUCATION DIPARTIMINT • Adult Basic l.ducation tABFj Q High SchiMil Fquivalency Program t(il-.D) • IX-velopmental Studies tDVSl r~l Finglish as a Second Language tF..SL) • ABI. LSI. Lifeboat Preparation .STKWARD KNCilNF • FOWT • C?MFO—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC DriveSystems t Marine Flectronicsl • Assistant Cook Utility • CiKik and Baker • Chief t ook • Chief Steward • Towboat Inland CiKik COLI.LGt PR(K;RAM • Associales.in Arts Degree • Certificate Programs No Iransportation will be paid unless you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. RETURN COIdPI.ETEl) APPl.iCATION TO Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center. Piney Point, IdU 20674 6/00 �lecdiaetiFitfsy •^''rf:prr.'n::m:!r^~.-9. SEAEUtEMBS Volume 52, Number 6 One-of-^-Kind WWII Combat Plane Rescued By SNMbowed Naragansett SIU men on the USNS Naragansett had a special mission last April—^retrieving a pre-World War U biplane from the Pacific Ocean's floor. ABs Ronald Korman, Shinichi Kawakami and Gregory War­ ren, all members of the union's Government Services Division, played an active role in the rescue of this piece of American naval aviation history. The 226-foot ocean tug, which is part of the MSC's Pacific fleet, brought the Gnunman F3F-2 fighter plane up from a depth of 1,800 feet several miles off the coast of San Diego. In 1940, the biplane's pilot had bailed out when the air­ craft began having engine prob­ lems after taking off from the air­ craft carrier, the USS Saratoga. The plane settled at the bottom of the ocean floor, nose in the mud but completely intact. "MT" '-v' •" '^Crew Praised '• •. ' ... Bob Borden, a spokesman for the Navy Military Sealift Com­ mand in Oakland, praised the The Gaimman F3F-2 biplane is hoisted to daylight for the first time in 50 years. USNS Naragansett crew—includ­ ing the three SIU members—^for their role in the retrieval operation of the sunken pre-World War II naval air relic. Fifty Years on Ocean Floor The aircraft, after spending nearly 50 years unnoticed on the Pacific Ocean's floor, was spotted in 1989 in near perfect condition by a Navy submarine. Between the time of discovery and the USNS Naragansett's rescue mission, a fishing boat with a large ocean net entangled part of the plane and ripped off a wing and stabilizer before salvage operations could get under way. On hand for the rescue of the biplane, one of the first models of aircraft built with retractable land­ ing gear and a closed cockpit, was Robert Rasmussen, director of the National Museum of Naval His­ tory. After examining the craft, he declared it was in excellent con­ dition despite the damage caused by the fishing boat. He said the Inspection crews begin to secure the remains of a pre-World War II fighter after it has been lifted from the floor of the Pacific Ocean and placed on the deck of the SlU-crewed USNS Naragansett. plane would begin a three-year restoration process at the San Etiego Aerospace Museum before being moved to the naval aviation mu­ seum in Pensacola, Fla. The Grumman was the premier combat plane used by the Navy before World War II. The salvaged biplane is believed to be the only surviving example of its kind. Lakes SIU Tug Crew Frees Grounileil Bulker An SlU-crewed tug saved the day for a stranded Great Lakes bulker last month by pulling the vessel off a shoal just outside the harbor to Ludington, Mich. The Susan W. Hannah, an Olf Transport vessel, was in the Pere Marquette River harbor at the Dow Chemical pier when the Myron C. Taylor became grounded and blocked the harbor entrance on May 8. The Taylor was trying to deliver a load of limestone to the Dow facility. Hannah Captain Ken Farver slipped the 112-foot tug around the Taylor to the rescue the bulker. While trying to tow the Taylor, Farver reported to the Coast Guard that his vessel bottomed out once. The Taylor draws 22 feet of water. ' •< i'-- The inlet was reported to have a depth of 25.5 feet the next day. The Taylor reported it was slowly drifting toward the inlet with its stem headed for the harbor light­ house and bow moving toward the south wall light. At one point, the stem was less than 50 feet from the lighthouse. Second Try Successful The Hannah's first attempt to pull the bulker back into Lake Michigan failed when a nylon tow rope from the Taylor snapped. On its next attempt, the HannaJi pulled the stem, which was free, lakeward with a wire rope. The Taylor then used its stem engines to keep clear of the lighthouse pierhead. The bulker was freed in less than three hours. A Coast Guard spokesman at the scene said weather and waye conditions could have played a factor in the grounding. Winds were clocked at 25 knots from the south-southwest and waves were mnning five-to-six feet. After the accident, the Coast Guard issued Help Locate This Missing Child •x:- % Abrahm Marcelo Moil The Sid crewed Susan H. Hannah tows the Myron C. Taylor to safety after pulling it off a harbor shoal. • '••.-t^^hiifi' a mariner's warning that shoal clearance could be reduced to 20 feet in some locations. Besides Farver, SIU crewmembers on the Hannah included Mate Kim Gill, Engineer Jim Collom, DEU John Halim, AB Tankermen Bill Fowler and Mike Kelley and Cook David Sprunk. For the past year, the Seafarers LOG has published photos of young people who have been reported missing. The photo distribution campaign is one of the programs of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, an orga­ nization that works with law en­ forcement agencies to locate chil­ dren that have disappeared. Published in this edition is a photo of Abrahm Marcelo Moil, who has been missing since Christmas of last year. Moil, who lived in Smithfield, Virginia, was three years old when he was taken by his non-custodial father. The brown-eyed youngster was bom on January 29, 1986. On December 25, 1989, Moil was 2 feet, 6 inches tall and weighed 42 pounds. Anyone who obtains informa­ tion about Abrahm Marcelo Moil should contact the National Cen­ ter for Missing and Exploited Chil­ dren at 1(800)843-5678 or the Isle of Wight County SherifTs office in Virginia at the agency's missing persons unit: 1(800)245-0090. •k � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. 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TORRICELLI HITS ANTI-SHIPPING STANCE OF FARM BUREAU ITF RULES AGAINST NMU'S FOREIGN SETUP PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING RESUMES DOT OKS WATERMAN BID TO EXTEND ODS U.S./USSR BILATERAL MARITIME AGREEMENT LEAVES AMERICAN-FLAG SHIPPING COMPANIES HIGH AND DRY G&H CREWS MOVE LAST OF THE DREADNOUGHTS GOLDEN MONARCH OUT OF SHIPYARD; JACKSONVILLE SIU CREW ON HAND SIU CREWMEMBERS START WORKING ON FOUR MORE MILITARY TANKERS NEITHER RAINS NOR HIGH WATERS DAUNT TUGS NEW LOCK IS GOOD NEWS FOR SIU INLAND COMPANIES UNION'S SCHOOL TRAINS SABINE TOWING ABLE SEAMEN SEAFARERS ASSISTED BY LUNDEBERG SCHOOL'S ENGLISH PROGRAM PAUL THAYER SIU TRIO AT HOME ON GREAT LAKES CABLE SHIP KEY TO LONG DISTANCE PHONING CHARLES L. 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SEAFARERS Volume 52, Number 7 July 1990 •:.;BJi"-j5j^r J V SIU TO CREW 18 T-AGOS SHIPS y- • . • t;- v.. •• •'. .•'- • yVr' Page Rank-and-Flle Joins In Preference Fight Page 4, 10 Thank You Congressman Bennett' Congressman Charles Bennett greets Seafarer Kevin DeSue, who was part of a team of SIU rank-and-file members who joined the union's legislative effort to defeat the giant grain traders' efforts to weaken or eliminate the role of U.S. ships in transporting govern­ ment-generated food cargoes. The Florida representative assured the visiting SIU members, all of whorri reside in his state, of his strong support for a viable U.S.-flag fleet. Ill-Fated Mega Borg Offers Study in Fake Registry Operation Page 5 ;^iTv *^1% Page 14 •'.r. V r."^- r �•^ ••• -,• •-r-*^--;^i--;r>.*- . "••• •. •'•.••• 1 •':.••• ..••.•.• ;•- -.-• ' • '•:>•_ • • r'. '••:-• -'•••='••-.•• vr-r-.f-r-v President's Report I::-- -: ture of personal effects left onboard ship arid earned wages). The Act gave seamen the right to demand payment on half of their eamed wages at ports of cargo loading and discharge. In order to cut down on the crimps and other p£u:asites who sought to live off the seaman's sweat, all wage allotments, except those to close relatives, were prohibited. For the purpose of improving the safety of the ship, and to cut down on the exploitation of cheap foreign labor, the Act required that 75 percent of the crew in each department had to understand the orders given by the officers — meaning that a working knowledge of the English language was to be necessary. Under the 1915 Act, seamen could no longer be worked in any department other than the one in which they had signed on. The Act called for a minimum of 120 cubic feet of crew space per crewmember, and separate berths were to be limited to two tiers. The Battle Never Ends ;l ;"• : . iill': The realization that action on the legislative and governmental fronts in this country is vital to the welfare and security of Seafarers has its roots in the early years of this century. No one during that period understood that better than Andrew Furuseth, the head of the Sailors Union of the Pacific and the old Inter­ national Seamen's Union. As a result of his determination to work the Washing­ ton political scene, Furuseth scored what ranks as one of the great achievements on behalf of Americar maritime workers when he singlehandedly orchestrated the battle to end the con­ ditions of slavery and second-class citizenship which dominated shipboard life in the early 1900s. Fumseth's long and difficult struggle ended in victory when the Seamen's Act of 1915 was enacted by the Congress and signed by President Wilson, despite overwhelming op­ position at every turn from almost every con­ ceivable quarter. Wilson, under enormous pressure to veto this landmark seaman's bill, wavered right up to the very last moment, sign­ ing it only after being swayed by Fumseth's el­ oquent appeal. A Tribute to a Man's Determination The Seamen's Act of 1915 is an everlasting tribute to Fumseth's determination to break the chains which bound American seafarers and ease the conditions of their employment. And it was accomplished against seemingly overwhelming odds: all of the shipowners, American as well as foreign, vigorously op­ posed the bill; the press screamed its editorials against it; the National Chamber of Com­ merce, the National Association of Manufac­ turers, foreign trade groups, bankers* railroads—all the powers of big Americatried to kill the Seamen's Act of 1915. Aside from what it did in real terms for America's seamen, Fumseth's fight is a re­ minder that political and legislative action must be a major weapon in our efforts to pro­ Emancipated Seamen While the Seamen's Act of 1915 did not ac­ complish everything that Fumseth set out to achieve, it made some substantial changes in conditions for U.S. seamen. Most notably, it abolished corporal punishment and ended the practice of arrest and imprisonment for "deser­ tion" of American seamen leaving a ship on foreign soil (the only penalty was the forfei­ Features Index to Page .'COBRA Notice . • • • • • • Dispatchers' Report/Deep Sea . . . Dispatchers'Report/Inland . . . . v Dispatchers' Report/Great Lakets > « Final Departures ... . . . . . . . . Know Your Rights Lundeberg School Application ... Lundeberg School Course Schedule Lundberg School Graduates . . . , . Miecting Dates . . ... . . .. • . «• Pensioners Personals . . . > . . ji i . . ... ^ Ships Minutes ... • • • .... « . 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President, Michael Sacco; Secretary-Treasurer, Joseph DiGiorgio; Execu­ tive Vice President, Joseph Sacco; Vice President Collective Bargaining, Angus "Red" Campbell; Vice President Atlantic Coast, Jack Caffey; Vice President Gulf Coast, Thomas Glidewell; Vice President West Coast, George McCartney; Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters, John Fay; Vice President Government Service, Roy "Buck" Mercer. Communications Department Director, Jessica Smith; Associate Editors, Daniel Duncan and Max Hall; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene. tect the interests of Seafarers. Our working and living conditions and our well-being as maritime workers are substantially influenced and affected by what goes on every day in the U.S. Congress and in the many federal agen­ cies which have jurisdiction over the various aspects of shipping. This fact has never been more obvious than the situation in Washington right now, where we see the giant grain traders (not to be con­ fused with the small producing farmers) en­ gaged in a major campaign to eliminate American-flag ships from participating in the transportation of government-financed grain cargoes. Rank and File Lobbying Our union is fighting on this front inch by inch in the House of Representatives and in the Senate. And in the past couple of weeks our staff people have been aided by rank-andfile SlU members who joined in the visits to the offices of congressmen to urge their sup­ port in our fight to defeat the enemies of U.S.flag shipping. And we're proud of these members and their efforts. Nothing ever changes. Washington and poli­ tics were vital to the welfare of seamen before. Fumseth; they were vital during Fumseth's time and have remained so ever since. That's why we have to continue to strengthen our po­ litical action apparatus and build its resources. Every seriotis Seafarer should do his part in the ongoing fight to protect his own security by helping to strengthen the SlU's political ap­ paratus. It is important for all of us to partici­ pate if we are to continue to successfully fight all those who are attempting to destroy America's private shipping industry. MSG Pacific Fieet Setting Up To Compiy with Pay Award Action Is Result of Suit by Seafarers The Military Sealift Com­ mand—^Pacific Fleet (MSCPAC) has started posting notices on all its vessels informing the unlicensed crewmembers of the recent labor board decision against that agency which was brought about by a suit filed by four members of the SlU's Government Services Division. According to Roy "Buck" Mer­ cer, SlU vice president for the Govemment Services Division, MSCPAC currently is checking the logbooks to determine who stood the watches after 5 p.m. and before 8 a.m. Once this determina­ tion has been made, the retroactive checks will be issued. The Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA) had announced the decision earlier this year and directed MSCPAC to notify all crewmembers of the decision by putting up a written notice on every ship. A decision, reached before the cases went before the FLRA, called on MSCPAC to pay with interest all overtime for watchstanding in port between the hours of 1700 and 0800 the next day denied since May 1,1989. Barry D. Smith, Jinks Rhaney, John Memo Torees and Owen Dale Mooney, who are rep­ resented by the SlU's Govemment Services Division, filed the grievances stating the lack of over­ time pay was a violation of the union's contract with MSCPAC. Mercer said the decision in favor of the union could result in thousands of dollars being paid to the affected members. In the notice, which must re­ main posted for 60 consecutive days, MSCPAC agreed to not uni­ laterally implement changes in working conditions for unlicensed mariners without contacting the union, to change the overtime pay changes it implemented last year, to issue back pay to those involved and to negotiate with the union if it wants to change overtime pay practices in the foture. The one drawback seems to cen­ ter around deck personnel on cable ships. MSC is reluctant to pay the overtime because these ships are operated under "Circular A-76." However, the SlU is continuing to work on this problem. �fWiwwfie^SSSS!" smifsm M<«eiP<Ai4B ''j^:l .i-y •^ •^esweasfesMWiss: JULY 1990 18 T-AGOS Ships Will Be Crewed by SlU Unioii-contracted U.S. Marine Management Wins Operating Bid for T-AGOS Vessels The Military Sealift Command (MSG) has awarded the operation of 18 ocean surveillance ships, known as T-AGOS vessels, to past have been highly commended by Navy for their perform­ U.S. Marine Manage­ ance.theThese crews deserve a lot ment, a company with a col­ lective bargaining agreement with the Seafarers International Union. Previously the vessels were op­ erated by two SlU-contracted companies and the MSG. In the recent round of bidding for the operation and maintenance of the T-AGOS ships, the MSG added the eight MSG vessels to the pack­ age, bringing the total to be man­ aged by a private operator to 18. Glose to a hundred new jobs will be open to SIU members as a result of the eight T-AGOS ves­ sels that will be operated by a private sector company for the first time. U.S. Marine Management of Norfolk, Va. won a three-year contract to operate and maintain the ships in a competitive bidding process. The contract has two oneyear extension options. T-AGOS Crews Recognized In making the announcement, Angus "Red" Gampbell, SIU vice president for collective bargain­ ing, said "T-AGOS qrews in the • v'"'' • of credit." The change of operators will not affect SIU members working aboard the 10 T-AGOS vessels currently crewed by the union, said Gampbell. The first of the eight vessels that will be new to the union will be turned over for operation to U.S. Marine Man­ agement in October, and crewing by SIU members will begin shortly thereafter. Eight T-AGOS ships had been with MSC. T-AGOS ships serve as a plat­ form for a passive undersea sur­ veillance system designed to de­ tect submarines. The term "TAGOS" is derived from the phrase "towed array sensor system ships." According to MSG, the vessels tow a variety of under­ water listening devices that gather underwater acoustical data and Pictured above is the USNS Contender, one of the T-AGOS vessels manned by the SIU. \ s- .5- transmit the information ashore for evaluation. The surveillance work aboard the vessels is done by military personnel, while the ship's operation is in the hands of seamen. The eight T-AGOS vessels that will be new to SIU members in­ clude the USNS Adventurous, USNS Audacious, USNS Bold, USNS Gapable, USNS Relent­ less, USNS Tenacious, USNS Ti­ tan and USNS Worthy. Several of these vessels were crewed by the SIU's Government Services Division during their warranty and shakedown periods. The other 10 ships already crewed by the SIU are the USNS Assertive, USNS Assurance, USNS Gontender, USNS Indom­ itable, USNS Invincible, USNS Persistent, USNS Prevail, USNS Stalwart, USNS Triumph and USNS Vindicator. Officers aboard the T-AGOS vessels will be represented by Dis­ trict 2 of the Marine Engineers Beneficial Association—Associ­ ated Maritime Officers, AFL-GIO. Battle Over Farm Bill Continues in Congress As debate got under way on the farm bill on the floor of both branches of Gongress this month, the House adopted a rule by a vote of 283 to 80 that would pre­ vent the introduction of any amendments directed at eliminat­ ing or weakening cargo prefer­ ence. On the Senate side, the de­ bate was continuing as the LOG went to press. The farm bill is critical to the maritime industry because gov­ ernment-supported food aid to for­ eign countries is subject to the nation's cargo preference laws. As a result of a compromise during the last Gongressional debate on a food bill, back in 1985, the amount of government-generated agricul­ tural cargoes to be carried on U.S. bottoms was raised to 75 percent from 50 percent and certain De­ partment of Agriculture programs designed to increase food exports were exempted from cargo pref­ erence laws. The 1985 compro­ mise allocated a portion of the food aid cargoes to be shipped from Great Lakes ports for a spe­ cific period of time, ending in 1989. A lengthy House floor fight on cargo preference was avoided by adoption of a rule on July 23 that prohibited amendments to the farm bill that concerned cargo prefer­ ence. Gongressman Walter Jones (D-N.G.), who chairs the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Gommittee, said the rule was im­ portant because, "the last thing the farm bill needs is a bitter debate over cargo preference." Compromise Defended Representative Jones reminded his colleagues that "the House had to endure such a debate five years ago. You will recall that ultimately there was a historic compromise between agricultural and maritime interests in 1985. Just about every­ one would lose if we allowed that historic compromise to be chal­ lenged on the. House floor," he added. Gongressman James H. Quillen (R-Tenn.), referring to the 1985 compromise on the farm bill,said, "The reason this rule prohibits amendments to that compromise is to prevent opening up the whole issue of cargo preference on this bill." Representative Quillen, who is the ranking Republican on the House Rules Gommittee, added, "Preserving cargo preference is important because it means Ship­ ping agricultural products by Americans and not opening up the market to the foreign elements that are such great competitors of this nation of ours." Senate Debate Under Way The first stab at weakening caigo preference by supporters of the giant grain interests went down in a 62 to 34 vote in what promises to be the first Senate vote among many on the issue that will take place as the debate on the 1990 farm bill goes forward. Late in the day on July 24, the Senate defeated an amendment introduced by Senator Steven D. Symms (R-Idaho) that would have allowed the Secretary of Agricul­ ture to waive cargo preference laws in certain instances. Opposition to cargo preference Was led by Senator Gharles Grassley (R-Iowa), who sought to jus­ tify the non-usage of American flag ships by bringing out the same tired old argument that Seafarers are too highly paid. Senator Grassley tried to use the new SIU contract in this regard. Speaking on the floor of the Senate, Senator Grassley said, "The June 1990 edition of the Seafarers LOG reported that Sea­ farers International Union was able to secure a new contract guaran­ teeing them a 15 percent increase over the next three years, plus a cost-of-living increase during the second and third year of the con­ tract for anything over five percent inflation." It bothered the senator that the union was able to retain the same crew sizes and he bemoaned the fact that the operators had not managed to keep the union down to yearly wage increases of 2 per­ cent. Rebutting the Iowa senator's remarks was Maryland's elected official Barbara A. Mikulski (DMd.). "I really do not like the tone that is so harsh and so scathing and so critical when it comes to talking about America's merchant marine. I would never want to hear any disparaging remark made about an American farmer, partic­ ularly the small farmer who tills the soil so that people in our cities and throughout the world can eat," she said. 'Heroes in Dungarees' Senator Mikulski, who as a Bal­ timore congresswoman from 1976 to '86 represented a district in which many shipyard employees and dock workers lived, elabo­ rated on the kinds of people that make up the merchant marine. "Let me talk about who these people are. They are people who build the ships, and they are peo­ ple who sail the ships... Roose­ velt called them the heroes in dungarees." ". . . why did he call them the heroes in dungarees," continued Sen­ Mikulski ator Mikulski. Because during World War II, it Continued on page 4 . -t., •v-v , -<• . .. .• • �•fii •: :::.• SEAFARiltS LOG 4 Battle Over Cargo Preference Rages in Congress '^- --'X .i7 X.I.-' •• • -.% •: .r • 'j .. • - • it-• 'i • •f, i- - H: fi' ••••}{' t % r" i-: i". V , Vi-' .•>V ' ' • Continued from page 3 was the gallant men in our mer­ chant marines that kept our boys overseas fed, clothed, and with enough bullets and tanks to save Western civilization. "That is who those heroes in dungarees were. They sailed out on the North Atlantic or they sailed across the Pacific to back our Ma­ rines and to back our guys in the Army with some modest convoy protection. And many of them lie in the deep today, but they served their country. Nobody called them tools of the union bosses then, when they were trying to back our boys there," Mikulski noted. After reflecting on the efforts of U.S. shipping during the Korean War and the Vietnam conflict, Mikulski pointed out that America still needs a strong U.S.-flag fleet. "Now we know that in the future if there is any type of military conflict it will not be a big one. It will be like Panama; it will be a regional conflict. And we know with our rapid deployment force, they cannot go another 30 days unless they are backed up by con­ voys. And guess who we are going to want to man those convoys? The heroes in dungarees; the her­ oes in dungarees that have been ridiculed and excoriated and so on here. Let me tell you, I am for those heroes in dungarees in peacetime, as I am in wartime." U.S. Aid on Communist Ships? Senator Daniel K. Inouye (DHawaii), who serves on the Senate merchant ma­ rine subcom­ mittee, pointed out the irony of giving Ameri­ can taxpayers supported aid to foreign na­ tions that is then shipped on Inouye foreign-flag vessels. "So we come across the strange sight where grain grown on American soil, paid for by American taxpayers, is carried on a Communist ship and shipped to Africa. So the stevedore unloading this grain looks up at the ship and says,'Thankyou,Communists.' " Of the 55 nations that export agricultural products. Senator John B. Breaux (D-La.) noted, "52 of them have cargo preference pro­ grams for either all of their cargo that they export, or certainly a large percentage of their cargo." The Louisiana senator, who also serves as chairman of the mer­ chant marine subcommittee, told his colleagues that only 3.2 per­ cent of American food exports are subject to cargo preference laws. He stressed the symbolic impor­ tance of an American flag. "1 think it says some­ thing about the success of this country eco­ nomically and commercially and says some­ thing about our farm economy when an Breaux American ship carrying an American flag with an American crew pulls up in that Soviet port and offloads American grain. It makes a statement about the success of this country and 1 think it is one that we should continue to make." Senator Thad Cochran (R-Miss.) reminded the Congress that a del­ icate compromise was at stake in any debate about cargo prefer­ ence. The agreement reached as part of the 1985 farm bill between maritime and agriculture interests "put at rest some of the contro­ versy that had swirled around the application of the Cargo Preference Act to certain ag­ riculture ship­ ments." The Missis­ sippi senator Cochran warned, "1 am afraid, if the Senate adopts this amendment, we will begin unrav­ eling that agreement and that com­ promise and the statutory solu­ tion... ." Cargo preference, he continued, "has been an issue of some very sharp disagreement and bitter controversy, but 1 think everybody would agree that dur­ ing the past four years under the compromise there has been less difficulty and less uncertainty in the departments that have juris­ diction over these laws than ever before." Why Tamper with a Good Deal? "So why go in and start tamp­ ering with this section of the bill and try to improve upon an agree­ ment that really is working very well for American agriculture and the U.S. maritime industries and our customers all over the world? We have seen in the last year ... U.S. agriculture exports rise to a value of $40 billion. This is good for our economy, good for our farmers, and good for our shippers and U.S. maritime interests," Senator Cochran concluded. Senator Paul S. Sarbanes (DMd.) put his cards on the table, "let us be frank about it . . . this bill is $18 billion in farm payments. We are trying to get just a crumb off of that table in order to help sustain the American merchant marine. "... it is very clear that a number of other major powers in the world rec­ ognize" the importance of a strong na­ tional fleet, Senator Sar­ banes said, and they "make ef­ forts to sustain their merchant marine, inSarbanes eluding using in one form or an­ other a cargo preference ap­ proach, the requirement that a certain amount of the tonnage moving in and out of that country be carried in the flag-ships of that country." Senator Ernest F. (Fritz) Hollings was the last speaker to rise in opposition to the Symm's amendment."1 see no reason to insert into this debate on the farm bill an issue as con­ tentious as that of cargo pref­ Hoiiings erence, espe­ cially when there is a compromise in place that all parties still ascribe to .... 1 therefore, oppose any change in the current cargo pref­ erence requirements and urge that we return to those issues germane to the farm bill," he said. Shortly thereafter a roll call vote was held. While the Symms' amendment was defeated, oppo­ nents of cargo preference said they were going to try again. Both branches of Congress are scheduled to recess in the month of August. The leadership of the House and Senate have indicated that the farm bill debate will be concluded by the end of this month. Once the bill is adopted in the House and the Senate, a confer­ ence committee will meet to iron out the differences. After the com­ promise bill is accepted by both branches, it will be put on the President's desk for approval. Victory-Middleby Employees Choose SiU's industrlai Union The United Industrial Workers, the SlU's industrial division, sco­ red a landslide win last month over the Teamsters union during an election held to determine which group would represent the em­ ployees at Victory-Middleby. By a vote of 121 to 21 with one vote for neither union, the UIW overcame the challenge of Team­ sters local 837 to represent the workers at Victory-Middleby's Cherry Hills, N.J. plant near Phil­ adelphia. John Spadaro, UIW assistant vice president for the Atlantic re­ gion, called it a good win for the union and the employees at Vic­ tory-Middleby. A total of 143 ballots were cast from a possible 200 votes. Of that group, 107 employees are laid off from the plant that produces stain­ less steel refrigerators and walkin Coolers for such companies as Pizza Hut and Burger King. Fifty of the 200 workers eligible to vote had been employed at the com­ pany's recently closed Plymouth Meeting, Pa. plant where they were members of the Teamsters, Spa­ daro said. "Of the Teamsters group, many chose to be represented by the UIW," he said in explaining why the vote was so heavily in favor of the UIW. "Also, some people thought enough of the election to cast a ballot even though they are on layoff status." Spadaro, a 24-year employee with Victory-Middleby's prede­ cessor company, Hussman Refrig­ eration, left the company to begin working with the SlU's industrial division. The election came about as a result of a petition filed by the Teamsters union with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) in September of last year. The Team­ sters asked that an election be held among the employees of Vic­ tory-Middleby to determine which union should represent the em­ ployees after the workers at the Plymouth Meeting factory began working at the Cherry Hill plant. After two hearings on the matter with the AFL-CIO, the national federation of American labor unions, and one with the NLRB, the board ruled on June 14 that an election should be held on June 29. On the Greyhound Picketline Seafarers and other trade unionists surround Rosa Parks at a recent Washington rally supporting striking Greyhound workers. The SlU members include able seamen (kneeling) Anthony Warfield, (left to right behind Mrs. Parks) Jack LaMotta, Errick Nobles and Oscar Lopez. Mrs. Parks led the 1955 boycott of the Montgomery, Ala. bus system to integrate the vehicles. �mm. ie«M>> I", uir. I,.j".«;ji JUIY1990 Mega Borg Spotlights'Second Registers' J.,. iV. - • So-Called 'Norwegian' Ship Is Nothing More than a Flag-of-Convenience Operation Lurking behind the scenes of the Mega Borg incident, the 15-year-old tanker ravaged by fire 57 miles off the coast of Texas last month, is a story of a once great maritime nation that has abandoned its seafarers and national-flag fleet and thrown in its lot with the runaway registers of the world. The 886-foot tanker that experienced an explosion and fire in the pump room shortly before midnight on June 8 was a "Norwegian" vessel. But it belonged to Nor­ way's so-called second register, known as the Norwegian International Ship Register or NIS, a system that has adopted all of the same kinds of goodies for shipowners—tax havens, lax safety standards, few inspections, cheap laborthat are offered by flag-of-convenience opera­ tions. _ ^ The Mega Borg was crewed by Indian officers and Filipino unlicensed seamen. Four of the 37 crewmembers were killed as a result of an explosion that blew off the top of the vessel's pump room during a lightering operation in international waters with an Italian-flagged tanker. The cause of the explosion is currently under investigation by the Norwegian government. On the day following the initial fire in the Mega Borg's pump room, five more explosions racked the vessel, greatly increasing the chances of a major oil spill hitting the coastal areas of Texas and Louisiana. During this time, most of the public and press vigorously condemned the transport of oil by tanker, painting the entire industry with one brush. But the Mega Borg fire has put a spotlight on the inadequacies of runaway flag operations and the dangers such ships pose to the lives of seafarers and to the welfare of coastal communities. " •••'X . ^ • 'I,; '1.' Convenience of Foreign Flags Register (NIS) A Nicaife Cpveriiig Up Reductions lit Standards By putting the label of a traditional mari­ time nation on a register that operates like a flag-of-oonvenience operation, the pub­ lic is being duped about the quality and standards of so-called'Norwegian' sh/ps, like the Mega Borg, that are part of the NIS. The Norwegian second register, like any other runaway-flag nation, is interested in making shipping cheap, sacrificing strin­ gent safety standards in the process. Here are some of the NIS's bargain base­ ment savings: "4^,: 'W.W • Only the master of an NIS vessel has to be Norwegian, all other positions can be filled by seamen from anywhere in the world. However, the Nonwegian Maritime Directorate will easily grant an exemption to the rule that the captain be Norwegian, as was done with the Mega Borg. • Wage scales are equal to those of flagof-convenience ships when Filipino and In­ dian seamen are used. Wages are lower still if the operator hires Indonesian or Pakistani seamen. • Qualifications of crewmerhbers can be evaluated and accepted by the ship's master who is advised to take into consid­ eration the position the seaman will have aboard the vessel. • The owner or owners of the vessel need not be Norwegian. • Non-Norwegian owners do not have to pay any of that country's taxes. • Non-Norwegian owners are exempt from the country's currency exchange regulations. • Regarding safety procedure^, the NIS recognizes "international" regulations. • The Norwegian Maritime Directorate does not conduct vessel inspections of its own. It r^s on the inspections of the classification societies which are groups paid by shipowners to review their ves­ sels, usually for purposes of obtaining in­ surance. ^ice: The Noiwegian Ihtemaftonal Ship Registef Rules and Require­ ments. Norwegian Sh^wners' Association, August 1969; The Norwe­ gian International Sh^ Register—A New Deal for Shipping, Royal Norwegian fcfinistry of Trade and Sharping; Norwegian Shipping-New Opportunities, Norwegian Shipowners' Associalion. October 1989. Traditionally runaway-flag registers have rep­ resented a marriage between poorer nations anxious to bring in hard currency from tonnage fees and shipowners seeking to dodge the fiscal and social responsibilities of their own coun­ tries. The so-called flag-of-convenience registers have been identified with Liberia, Panama, Honduras, and more recently the Bahamas, Vanuatu, Marshall Islands, Cyprus, Antigua and Barbuda, Bermuda, Gibraltar, Cayman Islands, Lebanon, Malta, Sri Lanka and St. Vincent. But in the past five years, a few European nations have mimicked the open registers and established second registers designed to provide the same services of a flag-of-convenience op­ eration while adding a veneer of shipping ex­ pertise by linking the process to a country that has a maritime tradition. The nation paving the way for the so-called second register is Norway. NIS was established in 1987 and today boasts 842 vessels. Other countries experimenting with second registers are Denmark (DIS), Federal Republic of Ger­ many (GIS), United Kingdom (Isle of Man), France (Kerguelen) and Portugal (Madeira). Of these, the NIS operation is the most extensive and allows shipowners the most lat­ itude. An owner need not be Norwegian. The register does not conduct inspections of its own. Instead, NIS relies on the reports of classifi­ cation societies, businesses paid by shipowners to review their vessels for insurance purposes. Non-Norwegian owners are not taxed. Crewmembers may be from anywhere in the world. The register makes a pretense of requiring a Norwegian master on NIS ships, but exemptions are liberally granted, as was the case with the Mega Borg. The opportunity to have all the benefits of a runaway-flag deal and still fly a "Norwegian" flag have resulted in hundreds of ships being transferred to the NIS register. NIS ships often use Indian and Filipino seafarers, causing an acute shortage of skilled seamen in those coun­ tries. According to the industry publication Seatrade Week, the Philippines faces a shortage of skilled seamen. The article quoted a spokes­ man of a Filipino mariners' group who said, "We are scraping the barrel for qualified per­ sonnel." A year after the NIS register was set up, there were 85,913 Filipino seamen, a 28 percent increase from 1987. The Indian-flag fleet also has been left in the lurch for qualified officers. With so many of its seamen seeking employment on NIS and other flag-of-convenience vessels, Indian shipping companies are finding it hard to recruit qualified citizens to man their vessels. Ironically, just days after the Mega Borg In top photo, oil bums on the water some 12 hours after an explosion in the pumproom wracked the Mega Borg, a Norwegian second register ship. The middle photo pictures five boats working to put out the fires on the ship that was anchored 57 miles off the coast of Galveston, Texas. In bottom photo, after five days of fire fighting, the flames and smoke subside. explosion, representatives of the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF), the group representing maritime unions throughout the free world, were criticizing safety standards on second registry vessels in International Labor Organization meetings in Geneva. ITF Assistant General Secretary Ake Selander told the ILO's committee on the application of labor standards that the growth of second registers has resulted in a world-wide lowering of safety standards. NIS Standards Questioned The world organization of transport unions, to which the SIU is affiliated, also posed the following question to the ILO: How can flag countries really enforce minimum standards on their "second class" ships, particularly where the crew are neither nationals nor residents of the flag state. The Norwegian government itself has begun to question the safety standards aboard NIS vessels. Earlier this year, the Norwegian Mari­ time Directorate (NMD) reported concern over the possible poor quality of some of the older vessels being transferred into the NIS. The NMD, the oversight agency for the NIS, called for increased vigilance in examining ships. It also expressed concern about the operating standards on the growing number of NIS ships that were crewed completely by foreign nationals. -is '•'Si" -i �H: t SOFAReHS LOG f-i: SlU Pacific Division Reaches Agreement with Matson, APL •:, V- •' • •- ssaa.; d: h'j i •;.: • I; Three West Coast maritime unions affiliated with the Seafarers International Union of North America have reached tentative agreements with Matson Naviga­ tion and American President Lines (APL). In addition, another SIUNA af­ filiate, the SIU of Canada, averted a strike when it reached a tentative agiwment with its contracted com­ panies. Negotiating together as the SIU Pacific District, the unions agreed to a six-year deal with Matson and a three-year pact with APL. The unions involved included the Sailors Union of the Pacific, repre­ senting the deck department; the Marine Firemen, Oilers, Watertenders and Wipers Association, rep­ resenting the black gang, and the SIU Atlantic and Gulf District, rep­ resenting the steward department. Matson and APL were negotiat­ ing separately for the first time in­ stead of under the blanket of the Pacific Maritime Association. The Matson agreement was achieved without the need for an extension when all parties reached agreement the evening of June 15, the date both contracts ran out. In another break with the past, the union negotiated a six-year deal with Matson to provide added security for its members. The first year of the new contract will bring a 5 percent raise to the members with 4 percent increases provided in each of the following five years. If the cost of living should increase above 4 percent after the first year, the wage increase will match the inflation rate. The unions agreed to some crew reductions beginning in 1993. The SUP will take two men off four ships, while the MFOW and SIU A&G will take a member off each of the eight Matson ships. In concluding the contract with Matson, SUP President Gunnar Lundeberg said he believed the worst days of job give-backs were over. "I think we tumed the comer on the constant demand for man­ ning reductions," Lundeberg said. MFOW President Henry "White- ly" Disley characterized the con­ tract as "fair and equitable." Negotiations with APL did not go as smoothly. The unions threatened to break off talks unless the company dropped its demand for permanent crews. APL did so on June 15, and a 30-day extension on the contract was granted in order for the unions and company to create a new package. The APL contract gives mem­ bers a 5 percent pay hike in the first year wito 4 percent boosts in each of the two subsequent yearS; Like the Matson agreement, cost of liv­ ing adjustments will be made after the first year should inflation go above the scheduled pay increase. The SUP agreed to take four of its deck department members from Oil Spill Bill Conferees Near Final Agreement House and Senate conferees may present compromise oil spill legislation to the Congress before it takes its summer recess. The conferees reached agree­ ment on two of the main issues separating the bills passed by the House and Senate earlier this year; rejecting proposals for U.S. par­ ticipation in an international oil spill fund and the imposition of double-bottoms or double-hulls on tankers. House conferees finally acceded to the Senate by not demanding that the United States adopt the interna­ tional protocols goveming liability for oil spills. Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell of Maine, one of the conferees, had stated the protocols should be handled as a treaty. This would require the Senate to provide advice and con­ sent before the country could.adopt It. Mitchell noted during debate WWII Merchant Mariners Sought for Study A researcher working on her Ph.D. is looking for World War II era merchant mariners to do an ethnography on maritime convoys of that historical period. Morgiana Halley spent three days last month at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship interviewing pensioners, listening to the school's recorded history and reviewing documents in the Paul Hall Library and Mar­ itime Museum. Halley is interested in the over­ all life of merchant mariners and those associated with them during World War II, including those serving on escort ships as armed guards. "I am looking for infor­ mation on what the crewmembers did onboard when they were not working, on how the armed guards got along with the sailors, how the unlicensed and licensed members got along and were any foreign nationals onboard," she told the Seafarers LOG. She wants to hear stories about practical jokes played aboard ship and how people reacted to them. One that has caught her attention was sending a newcomer for a bucket of steam. After several hours, the mariners realized the rookie had not returned. She said the members searched the vessel until they discovered him sitting in the engine room beside an open valve with a bucket underneath it. "His response was the bucket wasn't full so he didn't report back to work," she recalled with a laugh. Also, the researcher is trying to gather information on any super­ APL ships and give them dock as­ signments. The MFOW will take four members from the APL Pacesetter-class vessels while the SIU A&G also will reduce its over­ all crewmembers by four. Although all sides said they were happy with the agreement reached, the SUP early in the negotiations with APL issued a press release saying it was "as­ tounded at the arrogance of APL's proposals." In Canada, the SIU just an­ nounced at press time its settle­ ment with the Canadian Lake Carriers. SIU of Canada President Roman A. Gralewicz said the union did not lose a single job while it secured protection against inflation. stitions, customs, beliefs or rituals in which mariners participated during the war. One item that truly interests Halley is the attitude of the Amer­ ican public to merchant mariners. "It is much different compared with the attitudes of the British to their merchant marine," she said. She is seeking reactions as to how mariners were treated when they came back to American shores. She noted some stories she has collected have had the public re­ ferring to the seamen as "4-F'ers" and draft dodgers. Halley, who has a masters de­ gree in folklore, became interested in the World War II study when she realized almost all work on the sea was very ancient. She wanted to gather information on the World War II era while those veterans are still alive. In fact, she spent two hours with SIU charter member Johnny Johnston while at Piney Point to hear his stories. Halley, who is working on the ethnography with the Center for English Tradition and Culture at the University of Sheffield in Yorkshire, England, already has presented a few papers and written some sea ballads based on her work. Her 35-minute performance to students at the Lundeberg School was taped by trainee Robert Ad­ ams Jr. "Everybody really en­ joyed it," he said. "We've already looked at the tape twice." Lun­ deberg School instructor Grace Davis said Halley's performance must have made quite an impres- Morgiana Halley listens to one of the tapes about being a merchant seaman in World War II on file at the Paul Hall Maritime Museum at the Lundeberg School. sion on the trainees because she has had them singing some of her songs days after the show in the galley, H^ey is interviewing World War II maritime veterans along the northeastern U.S. seaboard at this time. SIU members living in this area ihterested in talking with her can contact the Seafarers LOG to set up an appointment. Those liv­ ing in other parts of the country who have written stories and statements may send them to Mor­ giana Halley in care of Captain Fred A. Steele, 1598 Hillcrest Drive, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. among the conferees that the Senate had not passed the protocols for the last five years and has no plans of adopting them now. Newspaper reports have stated that the conferees will approve a monetary limit on shipper liabilities higher than those estab­ lished by the protocols, which were negotiated in 1984. However, the compromise bill will allow the in­ dividual states to set their own liability limits at levels higher than the federal bill. Some tanker companies, like foreign-flag Royal Dutch Shell, have announced their vessels will not serve the U.S. should the pro­ tocols not be accepted. Others are said to be considering such a move. The conferees agreed that most vessels should be fitted with double-hulls by the year 2015 and all new tankers being built for ser­ vice along the American shore must have double hulls. The compromise, which would become effective in 1995 if passed, involves a complex formula in­ volving the size, age and hull con­ struction for phasing out single hulls over a 20-year period. In the earlier bill passed by the House, all existing tankers would have to phase in double-hulls or double-bottoms over a 15-year period. The Senate had asked the federal govemment to issue regula­ tions on tanker construction. Old Tankers Will Be Out First The new language phases out older and larger vessels first. Ves­ sels of less than 5,000 gross tons would be exempt until 2015. There were a number of exemp­ tions to which <the legislators agreed. Vessels of less than 5,000 gross tons would avoid the require­ ment entirely if they have a double containment system determined by the Department of Transportation to be as effective as double hulls in preventing oil discharges. Slated for exemption until 2015 are ves­ sels lightering more than 60 miles offshore and vessels unloading oil in bulk at licensed deepwater ports. �:.ir_,r?-.,;-V,Vi v / i.r . fc 'i^if-' x^-S^sn, IP--' juiYim lvi-'ji,^i-«»iS^; decertified Stewards Graduate from the Lundeberg School F rom ice carving to accoimting, from recipe making to pas 'baking, " 11 more galley gang members have pastry reached die top of their department after graduating from the steward recertiflcation course at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The six weeks of instruction ran the SIU veterans dirough the gamut of what they may face in the steward department when working aboard ship. Not only did the 11 perfect their cooking and baking skills, but they aliso worked outside the galley to help make their jobs a little easier. In fact most of the training does take place over a desk rather than a stove. The stewards learn how to work with compujters to plan for meals, take inventory and handle their union chores, l^trtictors give them skills in handling other crewmembers and the problems they might encounter on a vessel. Being able to do the necessary math to convert recipes to feed the large number of people work­ ing aboard ship is not lost on the school or the stewards. 6 Sea-Land Port Steward Jimmy Mann (left) works with the recertified steward class. 7 Roscoe Willianos (left) and Albert Coale figure 'i.-, .. i:'- the answer to a math ques­ tion. 8 Phillip Lau deco­ rates a cake. 9 Upgrader Peter Schmitt (left) reviews the ice carving of Jerome Jordan and Albert Coale. 10 Instructor Sandy White looks over the shoulder of Linda Schell. 11 Flanked by SIU President Michael •- : fi •. . Sacco and Executive Vice ;i •':.P'>:;(.S;^^' :'l ; fl President Joseph Sacco, Roscoe Williams thanks the staff at the school. 12 The happy graduates pose with jSIU officials. ^ivt-PsSiV:';S;jr' -/.i 1 The recertified steward class includes (kneeling) Albert Coale Jr., Robert Maddox, Yen Mow Huey, (second row) Edward Uyehara, Linda Schell, Phillip Lau, (back row) Jerome Jordan, Victor Harper, Emilio Cordova, Roscoe D. Wil­ liams and Gerald Shirley. 2 Albert Coale whips up a cake. 3 Phillip l^u tackles a tough math problem. 4 While Phillip Lau (left) and Yen Mow Huey discuss a finish^ cake, Robert Maddox checks his in the oven. 5 Gerald Shirley handles a computer assignment \\ 7htle he was thanking all W the people involved in the creation of the course, Roscoe i Williams took time to remember the director of the adult education courses. "I want to thank Ms. Sandy White for helping us with our mathematics," Williams told the members gathered for the July union meeting at Piney Point. Williams, who ships out of San Francisco, went on to tell the trainees in the audience that the experienced members of the crew on ships are willing to work with the new members. "We'll be serving food to you; we'll be receiving you the first time on ship. All we ask is you lend a helping hand," Williams said. Like many of the others. Linda Schell thanked the whole Lundeberg School staff. "I'd like to thank the instructors and staff that take care of us," the Seattle steward said. "The people at the tot We atoS those who take care of the grounds and who feed us and take care of our rooms—they all seem to do it with a smile." Jerome Jordan of Jacksonville let the membership know how he felt about his union. "Who is number 1?" he shouted at the au- TH ftMERICt mm m. cmoofcmm '•'omenr dience. "The SIU!" Jordan noted it took almost nine years for him to reach the top spot in his department and he Idok^ forward to continuing his work. Victor Harper of Philadelphia thanked the union for all it has done for his family and him. Albert Coale of Mobile told the group that after seven years of work he was "not going to just sing, but he was going to jam" to celebrate his graduation. Emilio Cordova of New York and Yen Mow Huey of San Francisco both thanked the union and its staff for giving them the op­ portunity to upgrade and con­ tinue learning. When Gerald Shirley spoke, he talked, like many of the oth­ ers, i_about the leader of the J .SIU, Mlehael Sacco. Itsgo^ to know there is someone that cares about us and who is always watching our backs in Washing^ Jacksonville steward ;•- i Sacco congratulated the group on their achievements. "Your leadership qualities are showing," Sacco told them. "You are leaving with a good impression at the school. You make us real proud." Pi#i . MJSmf :T4ff IV • s •• .. J . ,.. " ij,—:?:> i'-.S "k.> rW r �..''-^Y-.V :'YF- .:v• !Y&i 'i'l--..' Y •. -p:y'h^0. Y.': YV : SEAfiUfRS iOG ^• Y " SlU Gov't Division Tanker Is Home After 15 Years ^ i ^ ,'••• '' The USNS Navasota came home to the United States after al­ most 15 years overseas. JSt_' The 44-year-old tanker is part of the Military Sealift Command— Pacific Fleet (MSG?AC) whose unlicensed division is crewed by the SIU's Government Services Division. She had been deployed in the western Pacific since late 1975. "-(•', j'jyt'j VT.^ % K^vifsSsi?', ;:v'-',:||; • Before tying up at her home port at the Oakland (Calif.) Naval Sup­ ply Center, the Navasota delivered an A-6 jet to the Alameda Naval Air Station. The vessel next sailed to a repair facility in Portland, Ore. where she is undergoing a lengthy overhaul, then will sail for San Diego to become part of the fleet training group. SIU crewmembers who helped bring her home included from the deck department Bosun Albert Marshall; AB/Tankermen John White, David Jackson, Vincent Chiolo, Charles Delamar, Her­ bert Blake and Michael Stein; Ordinary Seamen Walter Hun­ tington and Jerry Tackett and Bosun/Mate Gary Osborn. |p:i|£j|:^; t'"- 'i' • ' •"^• /••-'v: • Sailing in the engine department were Chief Electrician James George; Unlicensed Junior Engi­ neers David Stinson, William Wheat and Gary Baird; Pump­ man Bennie Fields; Engine Utility Richard Tietge; Oilers Douglas Kerr and Douglas Marvelias; FWT Francisco Suela and Char­ les Lewis and Wipers Pedero Marques and Michael Arnett. Galley gang members aboard the Navasota included Chief Stew­ ard Apollo Beltran; Chief Cook Tomas Pinaula; Second Cook Romeo Calindas; Assistant Cook Simie Dollano and Steward Utili­ ties Virgil Benitez, Felipe Cavinta, Zachary Webb, Ireneo Romualdo, Richardo Casmiro, Romualdo Vellanueva and Jose Beboso. Other SIU members on­ board were Purser Ronald Wolschon and Yeoman-Store­ keepers Norflis McCullough and Angelico Nacanaynay. The 644-foot tanker was built by Sun Shipbuilding in Chester, Pa. as the USS Navasota. The ship supported Allied troops at the In­ chon, Korea landings and several Army battle groups throughout the Viemam conflict. She was decom­ missioned from the Navy in August 1975 and became the USNS Navasota, a part of MSCPAC fleet. The Navasota had been serving with the U.S. Seventh Fleet in the Indian Ocean and in North Arabian Sea. In 1985 she was deployed to the Mediterranean during tensions with Libya. Earlier this year her cre w rescued the seamen of a sink­ ing fishing boat in the South China Sea. The Navasota is able to refuel and supply two other ships at sea while sailing at speeds of up to 15 knots. Addicott Named Head of MSCPAC ' •^V:r-.''',^i'f Hi ii! V- ' '• Captain Raymond W. AddicOtt is the new commander of the Military Sealift CommandPacific Reet (MSCPAC). Addicott relieves Captain J. A. Peschka Jr., who has returned to MSG Com­ mand in Washington, D.C. after serving three months at MSCPAC. Addicott had served with MSCPAC for 18 months as opera­ tions chief and chief of staff before he assumed command of the USS Fox in JanuMy 1988. As commander of MSCPAC, •fv', 'i-'' The USNS Navasota returns to San Francisco Bay. This is the first time in 15 years the tanker reached the U.S. mainland. the Bellingham, Wash, native will be in charge of a fleet of 26 govern­ ment-owned, civilian-crewed ves­ sels which operate from the eastern Pacific Ocean to the Indian Ocean and Arabian Sea. The unlicensed division aboard the vessels is sup­ plied by the SIU's Government Services Division. Addicott received his commis­ sion in 1962 after graduating from the University of Washington. Be­ sides the Fox, he has commanded the USS Madera County and the USS Rathbume. The Navasota delivers an A-6 aircraft which she carried across the Pacific. Keep Eyes Peeled for Fake Flag Any ship flying the flag of Be­ lize is operating under fake regis­ try, announced the International Transport Workers Federation (ITF), an organization represent­ ing maritime, rail and airline unions in the free world. The ITF, to which the Seafarers Internation­ al Union is affiliated, asked all maritime workers to be on the lookout for ships flying the flag of Belize, a small Central American country bordering the Caribbean Sea. The TTF first became aware of the fake registry when the group's inspectors, working out of the port of Hamburg, West Germany, came across a Belizean-flagged dry cargo vessel called the Bosun. The German police and the ITF con­ tacted the Belizean High Commis­ sion in London and found out that the country does not operate a ship­ ping registry of any kind. The Geiman police arrested the British master of the vessel and the German owner of the ship, charg­ ing them with flying a false flag and forging Belizean government documents. While the Belize government is considering the establishment of a shipping registry, at this time That country's government has not au­ thorized the use of its flag to any vessel. However, Lloyds Register, a well-known company that tracks the maritime industry, lists several "Belizean" ships in its computer database. Any seafarer who sights a Belizean-flagged vessel should advise the SIU. >, rVv •; ' •" >A.. .; •:"••'•'- •.• A. '* '' ''' , ' -A-M w> #.| i '• ' An Exchange of Greetings "-• Captain J.A. Peschka Jr. (left) relinquishes MSCPAC command to Captain Raymond W. Addicott during ceremonies in Oakland, Calif. :;Y-.; SIU President Michael Sacco talks with Nelson Mandela during his meeting at the AFL-CIO, the national federation of American unions. The South African civil rights leader, who was recently released after 27 years In jail, thanked American trade unionists for their support of the struggle to end apartheid In his nation. �MBwaeywia^aiWi^'-.^^^^' '^r •-•I-., - •" i^S.- MY 1990 Surprise Catch by SiU Fishermeh Yields 260-Pound Halibut With guts and gills, the enor­ mous fish caught by SIU fisherman Jack Cravo and his dragger's crew weighed more than 260 pounds. "It was our first catch" on a run last month, the New Bediford-based fisherman said. "What a job to put that giant down the side of the fish hold," he exclaimed. "It took three guys to pull it through the flood house—what a mess-—and we had to move everything." First mate and owner of the Navegante Jack Crave was joined by fellow crewmembers Joao Cravo, who sailed as captain; Cook Ventura Marques; En­ gineer John Cravo and Deckhand Domingo Campos. The crew hauled in the giant halibut southeast of Nantucket on the day that a deep water area was first opened this year to commercial fishermen. The crew had been searching for crabs, cod and yel­ low tail, a kind of flounder. The Atlantic halibut, part of the flounder family, can reach up to 700 pounds and can live for more than 30 years. "That fish had the biggest liver and stomach I've ever seen in my life," said Cravo. "It's been over 15 years since we've caught one this big," he added. Halibut Scarce These Days Known to scientists as Hippoglossus hippoglossus, halibut is caught only on occasion these days. The flatfish, which is native to the northwest and western At­ lantic, was commercially fished from the late 1800s until the 1940s, explained Dan Weaver, a reporting specialist for the National Marine Fisheries Service of the National Oceanographic and Aftnospheric Association. "During that time it wasjiot un­ usual for the long liners and otter trawls to catch halibut averaging between 50 to 200 pounds," said Weaver, "although there are iso­ lated cases of halibut caught that weighed 600,500 or400 pounds in that period." Halibut catches decreased sig­ nificantly in the '40s when stocks were depleted from over-fishing. Today, the average halibut caught in the northwestem Atlantic is be­ tween three and five pounds, mak­ ing the larger ones very rare. When caught, it is usually part of a bycatch or a surprise catch, said Weaver. The female halibut is capable of reproducing only after reaching the age of nine or 10, sometimes older, while the male begins sexual activ­ ity at age six or seven, said Weaver. Few halibut live long enough to spawn. This, combined with over­ fishing in the early decades of this century, has made the flatfish a rare catch. The Fish Was a Fighter For the crew of the Navegante, hauling in the seven-foot halibut from nets down about 80 fathoms, or 480 feet, was tough. "That fish was very strong,"Cravo explained. The halibut spun so many times in the net that it sealed it off, creating a pouch and prevented other fish from entering. Weaver said the sucker was eating big fish." Among the contents in the halibut's stomach were bones of monk fish and skate, two kinds of bottom fish. Bergie's Seafoods in New Bedford purchased the fish for "about $2.00 a pound," Cravo re­ ported. The animal's 25-pound head was destined to "make nice chowder," the first mate noted. Fisheries agents took the halibut's otoliths, or "ear stones" as fishermen call them. This free­ standing bone found in the ear of the fish, is used to determine the animal's age. Although results from the tests of the otoliths were not available at press time, Weaver told a representative of the Seafarers LOG that the fish was probably older than 25 years. More rapidly-growing than most flatfish, the halibut migrates to shallow water in the summer and to deeper areas in the winter in search of warmth, said Weaver. Both of the halibut's eyes are on the right side, allowing the fish to skim the ocean floor in search of food and to lie flat or bu^ itself in the sand to avoid detection. SIU fisherman Jack Crave {second from right) and two employees of Bergie's Seafoods use all their strength to hoist a giant 260-pound, seven-foot-long halibut caught by the crew of the Navegante. halibut is "extremely strong"and a "good fighting fish." The crew of the Navegante got their first view of the giant when they saw its white belly gleaming in the net. "It was a real beautiful animal," Cravo said in apprecia­ tion. When he opened the giant halibut's stomach, Cravo discov­ ered large bones. "No human bones," he quipped, "but that Louisiana WWII Mariners Soon to Be Eiigibie For Special 'U.S, Veteran' Car License Plates Thanks to the efforts of Louis W. Ivon and Kenneth L. Odinet, two state representatives from Louisiana districts 100 and 103 re­ spectively, seamen who saw action in World War II soon will be eligi­ ble for special state license plates that previously were reserved for veterans of the armed services. Representatives Ivon and Odinet introduced a bill in the Lou­ isiana legislature that allows the state's Department of Motor Vehi­ cles to issue special "U.S. Veteran" prestige license plates to merchant mariners who have a military dis­ charge, known as form DD 214, or a certificate issued by the War Shipping Administration back in the '40s. (The War Shipping Administration's certificates were a result of Public Law 87, 78th Congress.) The man who raised the idea with Ivon and Odinet was Buck Stevens, a WWII veteran mariner and a long-time member of the SIU. "It just made sense to me, if other branches of the service get a special license plate, why shouldn't WWn seafarers have the same benefit?" Stevens reasoned. "After all, although it took 43 years for the govemment to offi­ cially recognize our role in WWII, we are now full-fledged veterans and we should be eligible for all the bene-fits received by other branches of the service on both a national and state level," he added. yg US VETERAN 39 LOUISIANA •• Pictured above is the special prestige license plate that will be available to WWII merchant mariners living in the state of Louisiana later this year. The design may change somewhat, but the elements will be the same. Stevens said all merchant mari­ ners should be proud of Ivon and Odinet. "These guys really went to bat for us," noted Stevens. The license plate will bear the words "U.S. veteran" and "USMM" (for United States Mer­ chant Marine) and can be used on cars, pickup trucks and vans. The exact details of the design still are being worked out, reports Debbie Gremillion of the Office of Motor Vehicles of the Louisiana Depart­ ment of Public Safety and Correc­ tions. The cost of the special license plate is "the same fee as a regular car plate or regular truck plate," said Ms. Gremillion. The fee is based on the value of the vehicle. Any individual desiring more information on the special license plate for WWII merchant seamen may contact the Office of Motor Vehicles at (504) 925-6364 or write to the Office of Motor Vehi­ cles at P.O. Box 64886, Baton, Rouge, La. 70896-4886. \ i't ': v'vS^i; �10 !,'• - i^". SOfARERS 106 ' \. -• • UV V •5 -"' . • V •• -.r' - '-V- < <5 ' '•$ - • i.: •' ll " ,' '.'.I' •':'*. ?ir- ;f - ..4' iimm ( |V",..-• • :--i: Kevin Harvey, Rep. Craig James' (R-Fla.) legislative assistant, takes notes while constituent James Lloyd (left) discusses why the congressman should support cargo preference. •: i'TV • I TD ank-and-file Seafarers lobbying Congress for XVcargo preference legislation in the 1990 farm bill receiv^ warm receptions from Charles Ben­ nett (D-Fla.) and Glenn Anderson (D-Calif.), two of the maritime industry's staunchest supporters. The members, who are residents of Florida and California, also discussed how the provision would affect the U.S.-flag merchant marine with aides to Congressmen Ron Dellums (D-Calif.), Duncan Hunter (R-Calif.), Ron Packard (RCalif.), Craig James (R-Fla.), Earl Hutto (D-Fla.) ::||i|||i|i and David Junior (D-Mich.). ' ii, A '•i: %: ii '^ii; I * WAi;|-' -T''' ^'• ;•:' v''"' WfA'''- ' One Seafarer who has experienced the impact of legislation on his job is AB upgrader Anthony Sabatini who used the lobbying effort to full ad­ vantage. Sabatini, who sails from the port of Wil­ mington, Calif., used to work on U.S.-flag tuna boats that docked in Southern California. Because of a lack of work, he had to become a merchant seaman. "I have seen how the laws affected one indus­ try," Sabatini said to a Seafarers LOG reporter between visits to California congressional offices. "I don't want to have to start another career." Sabatini was able to plead his case to Anderson and aides from three other offices. He asked aides in all the offices he visited why change a program that works and benefits all involved. Anderson AB upgrader Jack LaMotta (left) dis­ cusses the 1990 farm bill with DeLisa Harmon, legislation assistant to Rep­ resentative Earl Hutto (D-Fla.). Congressman Glenn Anderson (DCalif.) welcomes CalifOrnian Neil Penaflor to his Capitol Hill office. RIGHT A delegation of Florida SlU mem­ bers meets with U.S. Representa­ tive Charles Bennett. From the left are (front row) Michael Dykema, Bennett, Jack LaMotta, MiD Na­ tional Field Representative Frank Pecquex, (back row) Steve Tepper, Kevin DeSue, James Lloyd and Kenneth Mulderig. noted he represents the district in which the Wil­ mington hall is located so he was very much aware of the plight of the merchant marine. He said he would continue his fight for cargo preference and a strong U.S.-flag fleet. The Florida group received the same strong ifavorable reply from Bennett when they got to his office. "We shouldn't take cargo preference for granted," said Beimett, who represents the Jack­ sonville hall's district. "I'm glad you came to see me. You've got my supjwrt." Responding to a question from FOWT upgrader Kevin DeSue of Jacksonville, Bennett said the last several presidents have "paid lip service" to the Sarah Dufendach (on desk), administrative assistant to U.S. Representative David Bonior (D-Mich.), listens to James Lloyd, Frank Pecquex, Kevin DeSue, Kenneth Mulderig, Jack LaMotta and Michael Dykema discuss the needs within the U.S.flag fleet merchant marine. "What it will take (to make the merchant marine stronger) is a man who runs for president who will do something," the former AB added. "There has been a great indifference on the part of the previous administration toward the little people and, in some ways, in Congress." Although this was the first lobbying effort for all 11 Seafarers, and the first trip ever to Washing­ ton for some, DeSue was the only member of the group to have some lobbying experience. His grandfather was a minister in Jacksonville. "My grandfather would take me to political meetings with him. I got to meet several of the politicians around Jacksonville and Florida. You can tell the paper pushers from the workers." Brian Mitchell and Julie Hadnot (center with papers), aides to Congressman Ron Dellums (D-Calif.), listen to the needs of American-flag shipping from Seafarers Anthony Sabatini, Demetrius Crump, DeWitt Long, Neil Penaflor and Damon Eisenbrey. �JULY 1990 Retirees Restore Manitou to Former Glory William Drew (in white cap) and Phil Maguire assist Johnny Johnston des­ cend after an inspection of the Manitou's mainmast. USCG To Honor Firefighting Credit From 1978 to 1989 The U;S. Coast Guard is honor­ ing the certificates of Seafarers who graduated from the Freehold, N.J. firefighting facility while at­ tending the Lundeberg School of Seamanship as satisfying the re­ quirements for advanced firefightr ing. The firefighting training must have been completed between June 5, 1978 and December 1, 1989. Seafarers must show proof of suc­ cessfully completing the course to receive credit from the USCG. The Coast Guard stated that those members who have com­ pleted the course between June 5, 1978 and December 1, 1989 will not need to attend any further fire­ fighting training. The USCG recently announced new regulations requiring ad­ vanced firefighting for those men and women upgrading or renewing their maritime licenses. As of December 2, 1989, the USCG is mandating that mariners must complete a course that has the agency's approval for both basic and advanced firefighting. The Lundeberg School became the first union training facility to offer both earlier this year. The Lundeberg School is offer­ ing advanced firefighting courses August 13 through 17 and October 29 through November 2. To regis­ ter, members must have taken basic firefighting within the last five years at a USCG-approved location and present proof of completion. All Lundeberg School trainees and upgraders must complete the basic firefighting course. While upgraders and trainees have been busy studying in class­ rooms around the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship this summer, two oldtimers are just as busy at the end of the docks qn St. Georges Creek. Retirees Johnny Johnston and Wiiiiam Drew are refurbishing the Manitou, the former racing yawl once skippered by President John F. Kennedy. "We've been working on her for the last two months," said John­ ston, a charter member of the SIU who retired in 1974."Both Bill and I had looked at her and she was in pretty bad shape. We talked with Ken Conklin (Lundeberg School vice president) and Joe DiGiorgio (SIU secretary-treasurer) and they told us to fix her up. They have been pretty good in approving what we need. Either Bill or I or both of us have been out here every day." Johnston sailed in the deck de­ partment and has occupied himself with getting the topside in shape. Drew, who retired as a QMED in 1970, has kept himself busy down below by working on the engine and wiring. "Every time I look at that wir­ ing, I wonder who put it in," Drew said as he shook his head in disbe­ lief. "It seems that when someone added a light, a phone or a socket, a new wire was run. I asked an electrician to look at it for me. He let out a blood-curdling scream and that was the last we saw of him." However, the pair has perse­ vered with the help of some train­ ees, upgraders and Phil Maguire, the dockkeeper. Drew said the en­ gine, which was replaced in 1962, was in pretty good shape so little a" V£4 Pensioners William Drew (left) and Johnny Johnston have been working hard this summer to get the Manitou into top sailing form at the Lundeberg School. work had to be done on it. Johnston noted the hull and cabin were not too bad for wear. Chipping and scraping has been a continual op­ eration on the 62-foot sailboat which has received two coats of primer on her hull. In September, the pair plans to sail her to her birthplace, Solomons Island, Md., in the nearby Patuxent River for a final overhaul and paint job. So far this summer, Johnston, Drew and Maguire twice have sailed the Manitou to St. Mary's City where she was warmly re­ ceived. The fact that leaves both Johnston and Drew sad, however, is her age. At 53 years old, the Manitou's 81-foot wooden main­ mast is not capable of holding her sails in a strong wind. "She was inspected several years ago and we were told the mast would snap in a gale force wind," Johnston noted. "We can put a full sail on it for a calm day," Drew continued, "but for sailing purposes, those days are gone." Johnston said he and Drew will continue to work on the Manitou through the winter. "There is enough work on her to keep us busy. We don't want to see her run down again." They also plan to sail her as often as possible. The Manitou was built as a rac­ ing vessel in 1937 at the M. M. Davis and Sons yard at Solomons Island. She was named for the pas­ sage in northeastern Lake Michi­ gan where she often passed in winning several Chicago to Mack­ inac races in the '30s and '40s. The vessel changed hands several times before being donated to the Coast Guard Academy in 1955. Kennedy began using the Mani­ tou late in his presidency. After she was refitted with the new engine and White House communications gear, the president and his family began enjoying the vessel during the summer of 1963. After his death that November she was re­ turned to the academy to resume her career as a training vessel. In 1968, the Lundeberg School purchased the Manitou from the Defense Department Surplus Sales Agency in a closed bid. The Manitou has been a part of the school's floating museum since. Lundeberg School Offers 'Flashing Light' Self-Study Currloulum for All Vpgraders The Visual Communications course, one of the newer classes available at the Lundeberg School of Seamanship, teaches SIU mem­ bers how to use light flashes to transmit the Morse code. The curriculum was approved by the Coast Guard in January and Michael Manion became the first graduate last month. Jim Brown, one of three Lundeberg instructors qualified to teach the course, said students must be self-motivated to successfully complete the subject. "It is a self-study course," Brown told the Seafarers LOG. "The students use a book and tapes. There is some classroom work to learn codes." Brown wrote the USCG last fall after outlining the course for the school. He worked with other Lun­ deberg instructors to create the manual used by the students. Upgraders have to be able to read at least six words a minute to receive USCG certification. Rather than trying to learn all the letters Michael Manion (left) receives from instructor Ron Raykowski his Lundeberg School certificate of achievement for being the first SIU member to successfully complete the new Visual Communications course. and symbols at once, they are taught in groups, thus making it easier for students to perfect them, then they move on to the next group. Upgraders are given prac­ tice quizzes to test their abilities on a gradual basis before sitting down to take the Coast Guard exam. Brown noted students pre­ viously had to attend a school in Tidewater, Va. to take a flashing light course. As Manion pointed out. Seafarers now can get shiphandling; radar certification, fire­ fighting, first aid and CPR and flashing light all in one location. "It's a great savings for us," he said. Because it is a self-study course, students learn at their own rate. Those taking it have incorporated the class into their overall lesson schedules. Besides Brown, the other course instructors are Ron Raykowski and Jake Karaczynski. Seafarers who would like mote information oh the Visual Communications course can contact the admissions office at the Lundeberg School. �SlAFAREItS LOG i \ Falcon Princess Crew Praised for Teamwork Captain Acclaims Entire SIU Crew for Professional Job Cecil Edwards Eugene Finley Eddie Hall The captain of the Falcon Princess ac­ claimed the whole unlicensed crew of that vessel for "the exceptional job they did" on a recent voyage to Tunisia. Kevin C. Voight, master of the tanker, sent his thanks in a letter to the SIU through Guy Pulliam, operations manager for Seahawk Management, which operates the ship. The vessel carried a load of sorghum and com to Sfax, Tunisia. The crew had less than two days to clean the tanks and get them ready to load with gasoline. "The entire crew rose to the task," Voight said in his May 31 letter. "First the deck gang washed and mucked cargo tanks as they were emptied so that by the time cargo discharging was completed, only three of the 18 tanks remained to be cleaned. At the completion, all crewmembers assisted in securing the vacuators and the vessel was secured for seas. The vessel was tendered for the gasoline cargo and all cargo tanks passed upon arrival at the load berth. "Anyone who has seen the deck of a tanker discharging grain can appreciate the enor­ mously frustrating job it is to try and clean cargo tanks with tank cleaning machines and hoses," Voight wrote in his letter also signed by Chief Engineer Michael Aversano and Chief Mate Michael Honcharik. "The crew Stephond Jackson Philip Lambis took on this job uncomplainingly and profes­ sionally," he added. Besides his overall praise for the deck de­ partment members, Voight noted the engine and steward crews assisted the deck in clean­ ing the tanks. He pointed out the galley gang had the additional burden of quartering and feeding 26 extra men three meals a day for 10 days while the ship was in Sfax. The black gang was praised "for the way they worked as a team to accomplish engine room main­ tenance professionally and quickly." "I hope that our paths will professionally cross again in the future," Voight summa­ rized. "They have all done a commendable job which is greatly appreciated by myself and aill the officers." SIU crewmembers praised by the officers of the Falcon Princess included Bosun Ralph Moore; Able Seamen Eugene Finley, Mark Wain, Stephond Jackson, Ricardo Sanchez and Eddie Hall; DEU Cecil Edwards; QMEDs Felipe Torres, Prince Wescott and Randy McKinzie; Steward Cornell Bocage; Chief Cook Philip Lambis and GSU Carmelo Murphy. Photos of all the crewmembers, except two, surround this story. The Seafarers LOG was unable to locate photographs of Chief Steward Cornell Bocage and QMED Felipe Torres. Randy McKinzie Ralph Moore Carmelo Murphy Prince Wescott Mark Wain Ricardo Sanchez SIU Members Now Can Use Home Ports To Register For Jobs on Lald-Up Vossols or for Permanent Positions The Seafarers Appeals Board (SAB) has approved changes in the Shipping Rules designed to make it easier for crewmembers to re­ claim their jobs if their vessel lays up or if they hold permanent posi­ tions by removing the mandatory port of registration. Crewmembers now may register at their home ports rather than the port of lay up effective im­ mediately, according to Angus "Red" Campbell, vice president for collective bargaining. They also can be shipped to return to the vessel through their home ports. However, transportation back to the vessel after a layup if crew­ members are registered at a port other than the port of layup is the responsibility of the individual seaman. "Because of the fast turnaround of most of our contracted vessels, it is important that crew replace­ ments, whether as permanent posi­ tions or trip reliefs, be dispatched as expeditiously as possible," Campbell said of the change in Rule 5 of the Shipping Rules. When a vessel lays up and a crew will be needed back onboard within 30 days, crewmembers wishing to reclaim their positions must register at a hiring hall no later than 5 p.m. on the third day following the date of layup. If the third day of registration falls on a Sunday or recognized holiday, the registration shall be extended through the next business day. If the laid up vessel requires a crew within three days of the date of layup, crewmembers employed at the time of layup may register up to and including the date of recrewing. Campbell emphasized that it is the responsibility of those crew­ members wishing to reclaim thenjobs to maintain contact with the hiring hall where they are reg­ istered to know when recrewing will take place. Permanent ratings, when being relieved, must register at a hiring hall within 48 hours of being re­ lieved, excluding Saturday, Sun­ day and holidays. It also is their responsibility to stay in touch with the hall where they registered in order to return to the vessel at the tanker industry, the position of Second Pumpman/Engine Mainte­ nance will be re-employed on some tankers and will be registered It is the responsibility of those crewmembers wishing to reclaim their jobs to maintain contact with the hiring hall where they are registered. appropriate time. Permanent rat­ ings must reclaim their jobs at their port of registration no later than the day prior to their vessel's arrival in port. SIU members who fail to com­ ply with the reship procedures shall forfeit their right to reclaim and shall re-register pursuant to the provisions specified in Rule 2 of the Shipping Rules. The SAB, which is composed of two representatives of the SIU and its contracted companies to admin­ ister, review and make changes in the Shipping Rules, also made sev­ eral other modifications. Because of changes within the in Group I of the engine depart­ ment. Second pumpman/engine maintenance was designated as a permanent rating and will relieve the chief pumpman for time off at which time a relief second pumpman will be ordered from the hiring hall, Campbell said. If a crewmember is provided transportation to join a vessel at a port other than where he is regis­ tered and carmot show good cause to complete his specified period of employment, he will be subject to Shipping Rule 8 A 11. That rule, when sustained, requires a member to reimburse a company for trans­ portation, lodging and other ex­ penses incurred by the seaman. �mr 1990 '' • i:Vi-.'^3fi;H:-a:;;r'::-' SIU Crews Board Final 2 MSG Tankers :Siil:iiliilt K'iNsi'V-:;! IS'Si Hi kw-''i' 'iii-. il^'''-'--'V^''' l'{jS'V''|ii-i' , ,....., .1. .• ^ . pC'.V-^b.'''' J''' ,• ,1,' o'V. s-'i ' m r^3i'>' r?U'-i-i' Bosun Billy Baker inspects the lifeboats as SIU crews start working on the Sealift China Sea. LEFT Steward Baker Tony Roberts (left) and ss2s5?.zrr.,5rsTaS« on his stores inventory tefore setting sail. Seafarers now are aboard all nine Military Sealift Command (MSG) tankers being operated by Interna­ tional Marine Carriers (IMC), an SlU-contracted company. The port of Galveston, Texas was the site where the last two tankers. the Sealift China Sea and Sealift Atlantic, switched to SIU crews. The other seven sailing under the IMC baimer are the Sealift Indian Ocean, Sealift Caribbean, Sealift Arabian Sea, Sealift Antarctic, Sealift Pa- man Jim McGee of the port of Houston. IMC won the government con­ tract to operate the vessels in March. The tankers had been managed by Marine Transport Lines, a company with a collective bargaining agreement with the National Maritime Union — the unlicensed mariner's union that merged with a licensed engineers group to form District 1 MEBA/NMU. MSC awarded the five-year oper- terranean. Bosun Jim Dawson serves as eral ship company proposals. The tankers transport Defense Depart­ ment refined petroleum products worldwide. They also provide support for Navy fleets and conduct refueling-at-sea operations for the militaty. Atlantic, while Bosun William Baker holds the same position on the Sealift China Sea. "Those crews were really looking forward to show- reviewing sev- Chief Pumpman Bob Tims r"'" ' "t'. :i ® ,:;;veg --r/ • It's time to go to work as AB Al Bertrand heads up the gangway of the Sealift China Sea. • ,v" . . mre -A ',-., " (jH'ofe' . 1' • .'ii' •11^ ' I , > *''|, i Porter Robert Rodzieski slices up an onion for part of a vegetabie plate. ];", .''^'';iT;','r;',|-\'.,' Siiiti-n • •' •lAir.'l.fH • U.jlycS:': , .'\ • ''kit- '• • - Porter Ali M. Behia makes sure Townsend crewmemtsers get what theyorderfrom the galley. Second Cook Aiie Mutahr takes a tray of salads to the refrigerator. Galley Gang Keeps Crew Going Aboard the Paul H. Townsend When the elements get rough, as they most certainly can along Lake Huron and Lake Michigan, the crew of the Paul H. Townsend can look forward to a good meal from the galley gang. "We make sure Aey get what they order and are satis­ fied," said Second Cook Alie Mutahr as he was serving lunch. "They are hungry after working hard and we have to make sure they are happy," Porter Robert Rodziesla echoed. Rodzieski is in the final season of a long SIU ca­ reer. "I enjoy this work but I'm looking forward to retir­ ing," he told a Seafarers LOG reporter visiting the ship. Work continues around the clock during the Great Lakes shipping season for Bosun Jack Bluitt and his crew. The Townsend carries dry bulk cement from Al­ pena, Mich, to Green Bay, Wis. primarily. The vessel •; Deckhand Melvin Kirchoff gathers an air hose that has been used to clean the conveyor area of the Townsend. also calls on Benton HarborSt. Joseph, Mich, to deliver an occasional load. The Inland Lakes Manage­ ment vessel was built as a tanker in 1945. She was con­ verted to a bulk carrier in 1952 and lengthened to her present size of 447 feet in 1958. Watchman Ray Kline feeds a hose to other members on the deck of the Paul H. Townsend. Oilers Ken McInerney (left) and Jerry Nokland watch for possible trouble in the engine room. F— •J'.jVs-f. Wiper Ril9< Roznowki lends a hand to others working in the engine room. . '/v �•.•jY-OlVv'-'ln." . 'VJ,-.--- y;-, 'i • '• • - - . ; -:; .-•v"' ••••-, I^l|l!s5ilESA^r.Sy ^'S' •• S!-•71& -l- ':y^:'KS^J'lilS ' ' Si-i'- rf SmiRERS 106 yysa|M|fyg::y;-yyyyyg,;iyyy ^ •• Ni r*^<'y5'!-=- -T^vv:.-- . . .' L '' ." v"'' ' 'y'yy7iy,,i?y'i';.7:^s:-,!;5.y ••-yy,, • .•yyyyy^yymyilyl • y 7: yyyyyyy; ;i^:yr :• -fir'ir •f'-'-i'j'y y •-.y V::yyiSKy7tyyy;--7 B 1^ '|f| ' fey?' .. ^'fiyyciyry^^^ ?•:• • glfy^yy-llvy ABOVE Members in the port of Norfolk gather at a special meeting the leam the details of the union's new three-year deep sea freightship and tanker agreement LEFT The vote is a resounding "aye" in favor of the new wage and benefits package as it was offered to the members at the port of Piney Point BELOW Members at the port of Piney Point give a rousing ovation after voting to approve the new contracts. ABOVE QMED Paul Whalen (photo on left) along with Steward Terrell "Andy" Anderson and AB Mike Ohannesian review the details of the contract during a special membership meet­ ing in the port of Wilmington. |yy,-. [;':^:<^y?Jv'•yyfey?yyy''? ABOVE All heads are turned to the podium in the port of Norfolk as the new contract is described to the members. yy-yVy y- ,V-'' ••' "y^'v.y;".;. S'"""-'• y ' •^ V 'il. ' yt S"'?. j lU MEMBERS AT uniqn halls across the .country and aboard ships around the world 'have responded with a near-unanimous "Aye!" in f^or of the new deep sea freightship and tanker agreements and pension plan. Members attended a special-call meeting June 27 to discuss the new wage scale of a 5 percent increase in each of the three years of the contract, the hike in maintenance and cure payments and the changes in the deep sea pension plan, among other provisions. After reviewing and discussing the proposals, the members cast their votes overlvhelmingly in favor. In interviews with a Seafarers LOG staff member after the contract vote, SIU members offered these comments: y" • , }••-.••• :.-.vy ; y-:.- ; • ...... • •," .y Mike!" he said in appreciation of the SIU's leadership. Chief Cook Eddie Siplin stated, "I agree with everything. T appreciate that it has happened and look forward togoing back to Work to take advantage of it." QMED John Smith took a long look at the changes in pension pay. "As far as I'm concerned, it is long overdue," he noted. "It's good that we finally got a raise in the pension, even maintenance and cure. Everything is positive!" Even William Drew, a retired black gang member, thought the contract looked pretty good. "I think it is very good considering the state of the industry," he said. " ABOVE Port of Santurce members review the pro­ posed new contract t>efore a spedal meeting is heid to discuss and vote on it. v.'. ' - y >-v v' Aboard the President Tru­ man, San Francisco Port Agent Nick Celona (center) and Patrolman Gentry Moore On hat) review the contract with SIU members Oeft to right) Mike "Splderman" Wil­ liams, Y. Lau Koon Teung and Ray Owens. RIGHT Members gather around a conference takile to hear the details of the new deep sea pension plan in the port of Jacksonville. ABOVE In the port of Jacksonville, members are pre­ sented with the new contract provisions by an SIU representative. BELOW Members at the port of Honolulu read the new contract proposals before taking a vote. ABOVE Richard MoCausland (left) and Tom Brooks Bslon during the debate on t^ n^ ^P aea prapoB^ at the port of New York. .''y ';>y2'U y ^''' •,• y- • •; . •' '' ^' • y yy^y'?y'yj.!v^yy '22,- ' . -- • '-v .A' 4^'.. • Bill Reed (left) and Arthur Rubenstsin of the port of New York vote to accept the new freightshv> agreement ABOVE Listening intently to the discussion of the new contract kt the port of New York are (left to right) L Trot, Everett Huntley, Billy.Stevens, Donald Pressley, Ray QuHes and Luis Morales. -y RIGHT The contracthas been ac­ cepted by tfte members in the port of Jacksonville. :y., 'y ^ v-f-'.y'y ' •*' y". y,-; .yw^; y /'.-A .'••• . y " yi.:-: LEFT V > y •! LEFT Members in the port of Santurce pay at­ tention as the pension changes are read t)efore a vote to accept is taken. ABOVE Chief Cook Peter Mazzitelli (left) joins other members at ttre p^ of Jacksonville in re­ viewing the new deep sea contract proposals. p;.: •- ^ - .yy .yyy 1 :.h'- y-M&fiy^-y''y. j ABOVE AB Christie Johnson hits the deck to ask about increased pension payments during ttie special meeting held in the port of Houston. ,, •.J- on Contract Around the Recertified Steward Robert Mattox said, "I think it was great. It means better siipport for my family and a better look ahead for the future." QMED Robert Hamil responded to the re-establishment of the 2nd pumpman. "Since I sail as a pumpman, it definitely comes in handy," he said. "I've been in ports when discharging and have been up 24 to 36 hours, so getting a guy in can make it better for us and the company." Another QMED, Mike Novak, added, "I've been in the union for five years. I got in under the military contract, so this is the best contract I've ever seen." AB John McLaughlm called the new contract "great news. It's a fantastic contract. Thanks,. ' :-•-yy.-^iy y Members :--y- \ yf •-'ylflll^fry RIGHT From the port of Balti­ more, (seated, left to right) Snake Williams, Joseph Morder, John Nuddes, Jack Rhodes and (standing) Taylor Clean cast another solid vote in favor of the new contract Also pictured is Bob Pomeriane, SlU assistemt vice president. '11111 j ?''• •' • '^' ABOVE William Velazquez (in cap) and other members attending the spedal meeting in the port of Santurce cast a unanimous vote in favor of the new deep sea proposals. ' 'ifiy 'y!, 7.r'' - -' --Vr. JULY 1990 LEFT Port of New York mem­ bers (left to right) L Padi!la,Joe-OiablitoPerez and Manuel Holquinn listen as the new contract proposals are read to the membership. |y.' •-, • ••. ' �• • ',• ' ='• 16 <r -. SCAfARtRSm ,v ;•' .; •^; ; • 'I'.''"''';'' Tiie Activities of StU Pensioners Are of Interest to Steward Scott Ci'- '•-"'•,•!• f-liifI;,. %'' • ''i''' • •'- ! •' :. l-J. •-.f 1-1" .-V-. -•-\ . ; •^Mu" 'i t[/ . 'f ; Brother Robert Scott has a keen interest in the union's retired members. "After all, these guys represent a lot of his­ tory," he explained. While on the beach, the recertified steward recently took time out to visit with some SIU pen­ sioners who live in and around his home port of Mobile, Ala. "I've sailed with some of the old-timers who are now on pension, and some of them I've gotten to know because we've met at the union hall," Scott said. "I notice that in the Mobile area, the retirees stay very involved in the activities of the union." Scott decided to share his enthusiasm with the Seafarers LOG by photographing and interviewing some of the SIU pensioners he has come to know. $0 Leroy Gulley, one of the union's charter members, takes an active role in every annual maritime day ceremony. On May 20, retired union members in the Mobile area hold an event to commemorate the contributions of the American 0' merchant marine to the nation's WWII campaigns. Gulley, a WWII mariner who retired 10 years ago, helped lay the wreath at this year's maritime day ceremonies in Mobile. tobert Scott interviewed and photoaraphed the The galley gang veteran also has advice for new members Steward Robert members pictured on this page for the Seafarers LOG. signing on with the SIU. "Forget drugs and drinking!" Gul­ Scott noted there is "a lot of history in Mobile." The 26-year veteran graduated last year as a recertified steward from ley said sternly. "And remember your obligation to treat all the Lundeberg School. He is pictured in his cowboy hat SIU members as brothers. If you work together, you'll get along just fine." with pensioner Walter Dunn. Gulley learned about the Brotherhood of the Sea when he became the first black member to work aboard the Alcoa Clipper, a combination freight and passenger vessel. "I had some problems, but I stood my ground, did my job and made friends. I'm glad I helped open the way for others." Brother Gulley and his friend Felix Tate now work fishing holes together. Tate, also a steward department retiree, claimed he brought home 86 mullets, flounders and trouts on his best day. "All that in one afternoon," he said proud­ ly. Tate, who began sailing with the SIU in 1944 and retired in 1979, would tell new members to "work with each other on ships, keep up your dues and be a good union man." Another of the Mobile pensioners visited by Scott was James "Nick" Juzang. Like Gulley and Tate, Juzang sailed in the steward department before retiring in 1985. After 42 years at sea, Juzang still likes to travel. He's also found a new part-time career as a security guard. Brother Juzang, who divides his free time between the union hall and his favorite sports of fishing and crabbing, said he likes to meet the new members at the union hall. He reminds them to "advance themselves." But he also Lambert H. Waldrop speaks to the wams them, "Stay away from drugs, if you want to keep learning." members attending the April meeting Lambert H. Waldrop recently retired after 38 years of sailing. Brother at the Mobile hall after he received his Waldrop received his first union pension check in April. Now that he will first pension check. Port Agent Dave have a little more free time, Waldrop intends to do more hunting and fishing, Carter is listening at Lambert's right. two of his favorite pastimes. Another SIU pensioner who loves to hunt and fish is Mose Coleman. The 45 year-veteran of the SIU also has opened his own club in Mobile. Scott found that by working together, SIU pensioners in the Mobile area had elevated the status of WWII mariners in the veterans' community. A con­ tingent of SIU men don their white caps and march every year with other WWII combatants on Veterans Day. Retired union members also help out around the union hall, reports Scott. Many participate in "bean pot days" when a special lunch is cooked at the union hall and pensioners and active members alike eat together, swap sea stories and catch up on union news. Retired seafarers hold regular meetings at the union hall and also put on several dinners. Depending on the time of year, the fare can be anything from a fish fry to a formal full-course meal. Retirees report seeing old shipmates with whom they had lost touch years ago. Spouses also are an active part of the pensioners gatherings. '^en done with his visits with SIU pensioners. Steward Scott told the LOG, "From interviewing the retired members and seeing the great shape they are in, I can't wait for my golden years to come." .-I: -i. ^ 11 i! t , t, ,il< • ?*! -• •• N . ; '., rH^'' ''' If •I V -. ;;sWv. Felix Tate (left) and Leroy Gulley spend their time time' fishing and working around their church. One good story deserves to be topped. Whitey Clark (seated left) tells one more to John Johnson while move storytelling goes on in the background. '4 aiili: Recertified steward and recent retiree James Barnett looks for a place to sit during a recent fish fry for pensioners at the Mobile hall. Charter member Leroy Gulley worked in the galley gang for more than 40 years. He is pictured above with his wife Bernice. Mose Coleman, a 45-year veteran, not only likes to fish and hunt; he also runs his own lounge. Chief Cook Jack Rankin (left) prepares lunch while retiree Bill Hunter (center) and Steward Baker Tobe Daney wait to senre the meal to other members in the Mobile hall. — ^ ^ — ' iiisif fti •ti: • James "Nick" Juzang, a 42-year SIU veteran, has been travelling around the country during the five years he has tieen retired. �•-V . '"L • 'p.--':. I JULY 1990 Dispatchers* Report for Deep Sea JUNE 1-30, 1990 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 0P TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip Reliefs ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C August lAeinbeiship Meefiugs; Deep See, Lukes, In/and l¥irtefs iPort 'l^Ya 7 1 7 4 3 6 6 8 9 9 2 7 : Philadelphia ? Baltimore Morfolk Mobile New Orleans Ribkidnviller" i San Francisco |,Wilmington. Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu I Houstbii i.St. Louis, j 4 ' 4 69 0 0 5 1 1 •. c:..:'-a. 9 5 3 18 12 2 13 6 45 2 6 4 4 8 SsL -It . . 0 31 52 4 1 18 1 5 5 9 •• • Piney Point Monday, August 6 New York Tuesday, August 7 Philadelphia Wednesday, August 8 BaltinHHre Hiursday, August 9 Norfolk Thursday, August 9 Jacksonville Thursday, August 9 Algonac Friday, August 10 Houston Monday, August 13 New Orleans Tuesday, August 14 MohOe Wednesday, August 15 San Francisco Thursday, August 16 Wilmin^n Tuesday, August 21 Seattle Friday, August 24 San Juan Thursday, August 9 St. Louis Friday, August 17 Honolulu Friday, August 17 Duluth Wednesday, August 15 Jersey Ci^ Wednesday, August 22 New Bedford Tuesday, August 21 2 6 4 6 7 '2 5 5 17 10 8 ;-9.r 6 1 12 3 0 8 Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore , i Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville ;l San Francisco Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals Port ENGINE DEPARTMENT . 4 ^ 1 ' .6' 3 14 16 • • 3 " fxm 3 4 6 |fcv.l3:;'?-' . 13 •• 7 , 22 2 1 . 0 5 2 6 0 11 0 4 3 '• 5;:. 6 ... 2;.,. 3 0 9 1 3 0 8 6 12 1 7 30 4 1 0 1 43 1 6 237 4 0 11 1 0 2 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans .'^•miionville-^^ San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu I St. Louis Piney Poin Personals FRIENDS OF GEORGE COSTANGO Geotge Costango would like to tfaank all of his good fitiends in the SIU for their support during his recent illness. Anyone wish­ ing to send a card or letter may reach him at SOO W. 2nd Street, Wilmington, DE 19802. GINOANDIZZY Gino and Izzy—where are you? Get in touch. Tlior Totals All Departments 643 348 400 527 333 364 191 1,071 526 432 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of June was down from the month of May. A total of 1,415 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,415 jobs shipped, 527 jobs or about 37 percent were taken by "A'* seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 191 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 12,536 jobs have been shipped. WALTER (SKIPPY) CHIPMAN Please call Captain Brown's son, Richard Brown, at 1-800922-S880Monday through Satur­ day, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. '..•j.' <V- .• ;'I -'i '/i .1'. �SOFARERS toe 18 SlU-Crewed Orgulf Tugs Ride High on Mississippi's Waters Sailing continues to be smooth for SIU crewmembers along the Mississippi River as the summer shipping season hits its peak. The river is up nine feet near St. Lx)uis from its low-water level last year when parts of the waterway were closed. However, despite the high wa­ ters helping the inland operators during these hot and humid months, weather reports warn of low water levels returning this winter as rain has not been falling around Mississippi's feeding res­ ervoirs in North Dakota, Soudi Da­ kota and Montana. SlU-crewed Orgulf tug and barges, like the J.N. Philips and Robert A. Kyle, are ruiuiing loaded at full speed, according to Tony Sacco, St. Louis port agent The Philips can be seen primar­ ily on the Ohio River, pushing be­ tween 15 and 18 barges loaded with coal. The Kyle is a larger tug. It can handle more than 30 barges at a time. Because of its size, the Kyle works along the lower Mis­ sissippi. SIU Patrolman Joe Sigler met the Kyle at the Orgulf staging area at Moore's Landing, Mo. and the Philips at Paducah, Ky. He re­ ported everything was running smoothly on the vessels. He pro­ vided the Seafarers LOG with these photographs of SIU mem­ bers who work on both tugboats. •v'' -.- If ABOVE LEFT Cook Toni Jo Elgin knows the crew will be hungry when dinner time approaches on the Kyle. ABOVE RIGHT Getting their fill in the Kyle's galley are (left to right) Deckhands Patrick Cobbs and W. C. Silas and Lead Deckhand Barry Allen. LEFT Deckhands Darnell Morris (left) and Harry Brumfield Jr. stow a pier line on the Philips. Union Members on LNG Capricorn Up for Vaiiant Ship Award The SlU-crewed LNG Capric­ orn has been nominated by the Woman's Propeller Club of Gal­ veston, Texas for the 1989 Maty Ann Brown Patten Valiant Ship Award for the ship's efforts in res­ cuing 27 crewmembers of a dis­ abled Panamanian ship on October 22, 1988. The Capricorn was sailing in the South China Sea west of the Phil­ ippines when it received a distress signal from the Evpo Agspyr, al^ut 24 miles away. Captain John R. Hoffman changed his course to aid the stricken vessel. When the Energy Transporta­ tion Corporation vessel was a mile from the Panamanian craft, the Capricorn lowered its lifeboat into seas in excess of 16 feet and winds of 30 miles per hour with hazy visibility. Able Seamen Larry Sims and Donovan Christie, Or­ dinary Seamen Michael Riley and Ken Lusk, 3rd Officer Ronald Flowers and 3rd-Assistant Engi­ neer Brian McAdle crewed the lifeboat in the tossing waters with the propeller sometimes coming out of the water. The Evpo Agspyr still was imderway al^ough she was listing to port and settl^ by the stem. Her mam decks were awash with the #2 hold two-thirds full of water. Except for the bosun, chief offi­ cer and 2nd officer, the crew of the Evpo Agspyr escaped in the star­ board lifeboat. After checking the vessel, the trio then abandoned ship via life raft. The Capricorn crew towed the Panamanian life raft and picked up the crew from the lifeboat, then headed back to the U.S.-flag vessel. The whole rescue was com­ pleted shortly after noon, less than six hours after the first call was received. The club praised the work of the Capricorn crew in the rescue of the 27 stranded mariners. The club noted the captain was aware of pi­ rates trying to board LNG vessels in the area, yet went ahead with the rescue operation. Corrections The back row of the crew of the Sealift Pacific, as pictured on page 10 of the June 1990 Seafarers LOG, was misidentified. It should have read AB Kevin Merckx, AB Scott Horton, AB Rob Owens and QMED Pumpman Dyke Gardner. William "Hoppy" Carroll was listed with an incorrect job title aboard the Cable Ship Charles Brown on page 14 of the June 1990 Seafarers LOG. He actually is the chief electrician on the vessel. The picture of William Cartwright Sr. in the Final Departures on page 22 of June 1990 was actually of his son, William Cartwright Jr. who is alive and well. The elder Cartwright retired in 1968. The LOG regrets any inconveniences these errors may have caused. Cook Mae Jenkins prepares a salad for the members of the J. N. Philips. Deckhand Mike Gibbons checks out a tow line while the Robert A. Kyle is docked at Moore's Landing, Mo. Seafarers Welfare Plan Notice COBRA: Continuation Health Coverage Seafarers or their dependents who have lost eligibility for health care coverage under the mles and regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, may be eligible to purchase, at a premium, welfare coverage directly ff-om the plan. Seafarers who have lost their eligibility for plan coverage must notify the plan office immediately to find out whether or not they or their dependents may elect to continue benefits under this program. To obtain more information about this program. Seafarers may call the membership services office at 1-800-CLAIMS-4 (1-800-2524674) or may write to: COBRA Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746 (The April 1989 edition of the Se.afarers LOG contains a complete description of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act­ or COBRA-^program.) .t.'"; • •. :4 �jmm Dispatchers' Repert for Great Lakes CU-Company/Lakes Lr—Lakes JUNE 1-30, 1990 : Algonac Port vr^ • >•••-••••-> ••v.!Ki !Sjf Port Algonac Seafarers International Union Direttory NP—Non Priority *TOTAL REGISTERED TOTAL SHIPPED **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups All Groups All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT 0 »rv.r '• 0 48 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 12 4 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 16 2 5; 2 , - • ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 15 16 0 0 41 54 Totals All Departments 0 45 22 0 76 11 *"Total Registered" means the number of for shipping- at the port last month — men who actually registered **"Re2stered"on Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Dispattdieis' Report tar taland Waters JUNE 1-30, 1990 • TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Port New York II Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville ; • Sail Francisco WilmingtQp Seattle Puerto Rico Houston I : Algonac I St. Louis \ Piney Point' Totals 0 0 9 62 0 0 0 0 . , 9 ;, • 9 10 6 • ... .>....<r«Kk¥.i:u 'y0hi. •: ' •' -i" 'v"'yv-yL,'' •K'.X®; I: 4: >•:. ... r' • • i: •; Port New York jPhiladelphjy Baltimore , Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville ; San Franciscp .^mington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac ^ 1st. Louis l^ney Pointy, .,5^ Totals Port New YbrkI Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac f-|St. Louis . ^Piney Point Totals HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301)899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, Ml 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (301) 327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 636 Cooke St. Honolulu, HI 96813 i:'® (808) 523-5434 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. > Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201) 435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pk>vy; Mobile, AL 36605 (205) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD (0 |;:rW, 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson .Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 tiiiii (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK •.'lliil-l I;' 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 I (718)499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA y 2604 S. 4 St. y Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT St. Mary's County Piney Point, MD 20674 (301)994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 . / j /y-: Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE T.' 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809) 721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. ? Seattle, WA 98121 (206)441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4.581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213)549-4000 ... V. h 0 . 0 y .0, 2 0 0 1 1- 0 0 0 0 0 0 Q 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 ilifl. I:. : O..I: • 1X 0 5 . ... 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 ' -y 0 1 3 r . .. 0. 0 0 3 0 0 •J'"'- • ® 0 . , 0 Q 0 0 0 1 0 0 5 ,. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 ? 11 a Ol .9; 0 0 0 3 I 0 0 0 0 0 9 5 Totals All Departments 43 18 25 45 18 18 179 82 71 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. • '1; • r _%r, : ; ' • " >-"y .IC-'t - I �•teSW': • ^• -v.'. • soFARots m 20 fv. T he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 25 members of the union this month, From this group, 17 sailed in the deep sea division, seven in the in­ land section and one from the Great Lakes. A total of four of the pensioners were bom outside the continental United States. From the deep sea di­ vision, Arthur Campbell was bom in Nicaragua, Arthur Finnell in Mexico and Olwen King in the British West Indies. Great Lakes member Abdulwali Elgahmi was born in Yemen. Recertified Steward William T. Sharp is the oldest member of the retirees' group. He was bom in Me­ ridian, Miss. 70 years ago. Brief biographical sketches of all these Seafarers and the others to re­ tire follow. V.'vC!' M. «••> , •il: DEEP SEA ARTHUR C. CAMPBELL, 65, joined the Seafarers in No­ vember 1960 in the port of New Orleans. Bom in Bluefields, Nica­ ragua, the deck department veteran upgraded to recertified bosun at the Lundeberg School in 1975. Brother Campbell calls New Orleans home. ARTHUR FINNELL, 69, joined the SIU in July 1953 in the port of New York. The Mexi­ can native served in the U.S. Navy from 1941 to 1947. Brother Finnell sailed in the deck department before retiring to Houston. iS iW;vf:-::^-: - »i-;^ '• .;f -' > ; ; if t w .'. •« •" e- • • '••fm JAMES M. FULLER, 65, joined the union in March 1948 in the port of New York. A native of Springfield, Mass., he served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. The deck department veteran upgraded to quartermaster in 1976 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Fuller also shipped briefly in the inland di­ vision with Dixie Carriers. He calls Graton, Calif, home. SAM S. COINS, 65, joined the Sea­ farers in Septem­ ber 1968 in the port of New Or­ leans. He was bom in Cleve­ land, Tenn. and served in the Navy from 1942 to 1945. Brother Goins shipped in the deck department. He has retired to Houston. CLARENCE E. HEMBY, 64, joined the SIU in March 1948 in the port of New York. The Ala­ bama native served in the Army from 1941 to 1946. As a mem­ ber of the black gang. Brother Hemby upgraded to QMED in 1972 at the Lundeberg School. He resides in Melboume, Fla. To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a breif biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. WILLIAM HUNTER, 64, joined tlje union in September 1955 in the port of Mobile, Ala. A native of Tusca­ loosa, Ala., he served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. Brother Hunter shipped on Alcoa vessels early in his deck department career. He lives in Mobile. CHARLES W. JORDAN, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in Febmary 1944 in the port of New York. He worked in the deck department and sailed toward the end of his ca­ reer from the port of Jacksonville, Fla. Brother Jordan still calls his na­ tive Savannah, Ga. home. OLWEN M. KING, 65, joined the SIU in July 1964. He was bom in the British West In­ dies. The deck department vet­ eran shipped on Alcoa and Isthmian vessels early in his career. Brother King has retired to St. Vincent, West Indies. JULIUS LUKACS, 62, joined the union in April 1946 in the port of New York. The New Jersey native had his engine depart­ ment career inter­ rupted by a stint in the Army from 1950 to 1952. Brother Lukacs lives in Yokohama, Japan. CARL L. OLSEN, 66, joined the Seafar­ ers in April 1951 in the port of New Orleans. Bom in Pennsyl­ vania, he served in the Army from 1944 to 1948. Brother Olsen shipped in the deck department before retir­ ing to Seattle. WILLIE PAT­ TERSON, 66, graduated in Sep­ tember 1962 from the Andrew Furuseth Train­ ing School in New Orleans. He served in the Army from 1942 to 1946. Early in his galley gang career, he sailed on Waterman and Delta vessels. Brother Patterson resides in New Or­ leans. JAMES F. PRAYTOR, 65, joined the SIU in October 1947 in his native Jack­ sonville, Fla. He was a member of the steward depart­ ment. Brother Praytor has retired to New Orleans. LEO L. SELESKIE, 69, joined the union in March 1945 in the port of Boston. He was bom in Scranton, Pa. and shipped in the engine depart­ ment. Brother Seleskie calls Spo­ kane, Wash. home. WILLIAM T. SHARP, 70, joined the Seafar­ ers in March 1956. The native of Meridian, Miss, sailed in the steward de­ partment. Brother Sharp upgraded to recertified steward in, 1988 at the Lundeberg School. He lives in Tacoma. Wash. JOHN A. SIMMONS, 62, joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards, prior to its merger with the SIU, in October 1954 in the port of Portland, Ore. Bom in Texas, he served in the Army from 1946 to 1948. He up­ graded his steward department rat­ ing several times at the Lundeberg School, including cook and baker in 1984. Brother Simmons has retired to Seaview, Va. RICHARD L. TREXLER, 65, joined the SIU in July 1951 in the port of Balti­ more. He served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. Brother Trexler upgraded his deck department rating to able seaman in 1975 at the Lundeberg School. He still lives in his native Cumberland, Md. INLAND LUTHER RAY ELLIS, 53, joined the union in June 1972 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. He served in the Army from 1953 to 1957. Boatman Ellis worked as a captain aboard Sa­ bine Towing tugs. He resides in his native Orange, Texas. JAMES T. HALL, 62, joined the Seafarers in January 1968 in the port of Philadelphia. The steward depart­ ment veteran served in the Army from 1951 to 1963. Boatman Hall sailed on Interstate Oil vessels be­ fore retiring to Grimstead, Va. REEVES J. HUVAL, 62, joined the SIU in August 1964 in the port of St. Louis. He worked in the en­ gine department. Boatman Huval still calls his native Breaux Bridge, La. home. WILLIAM E. MORGAN, 62, joined the union in March 1979 in the port of Jack­ sonville, Fla. Bom in North Carolina, he worked in the steward department. Boatman Mor­ gan has retired to Jacksonville. JOSE E. SOLIS, 63, joined the Seafarers in May 1957 in the port of Houston. The Donna, Texas na­ tive served in the Army from 1944 to 1947. He worked in the deck de­ partment on G&H Towinig vessels. Boatman Solis lives in Texas City, Texas. HERBERT SWARTZ, 62, joined the SIU in Febmary 1973 in the port of Philadelphia. Bom in New Jersey, he served in the Marines from 1942 to 1947. The deck department vet­ eran sailed on Interstate Oil boats and upgraded in 1979 at the Lundeberg School. Boatman Swartz resides in Upper Darby, Pa. HORACE A. WILTSHIRE, 62, joined the union in May 1946 in the port of Norfolk, Va. The Virginia na­ tive had his deck department career intermpted by the Air Force from 1951 to 1955. Boatman Wiltshire calls Norfolk home. GREAT LAKES ABDULWALI ELIGAHMI, 47, joined the Seafar­ ers in November 1965 in the port of Detroit. The galley gang mem­ ber was bom in Yemen. Brother Eligahmi has retired to Dearbom, Mich. LLOIDE. McGREW,62, joined the SIU in 1957 in the port of Detroit. The Kentucky native sailed in the deck department. He resides in Leitchfield, Ky. LOOKING FOR MEMORABILIA D o you have any old union re­ cords, photos or other memo­ rabilia "filed" away in your attic? The Union's Paul Hall Library and Maritime Museum at the Lundeberg School is looking for contributions to its archives. Materials may be sent to the Sea­ farers LOG (where they will be cataloged and then sent to the mu­ seum). The address is: Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. ' ii. �im JULY 1990 21 I the Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digest Of unkmShipboard minutes 1 as possible. On occasion, iiecause of space limitations, some wHI be omitted. 'I Ships minutes are reviewed by the union's contract department Those Isstm requiring attention or resolution are ^n^ed by the union upon receipt of the ships minutes. A' •- .'• LIBERTY STAR (Liberty Maritime), March 11 —Chairman F. C. Adams, Secretary A. Johnson. Chairman noted everything running smoothly. He urged members to give to SPAD and upgrade at Finey Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew announced receipt of Sea­ farers LOG. Members said officers will not stay put of crew recreation and mess rooms. They also reported need for new VCR and television. Steward department thanked for job well done. USNS CAPELLA (IMC), March 4 — Chairman David Martz, Secretary H. M. Davis, Educational Director B. Smith, Deck Delegate Howard Venezia, Steward Delegate Jack A. Rankin. Chairman announced ship would lay up for three weeks in Pusan, South Korea. He said crew would receive draw March 6. No disputed OT or beefs reported. Crew urged pool be set up for movie fund. Next ports: Pusan, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii and O^land, Calif. AMERICAN CORMORANT(Pacific Gulf Marine), April 11 — Chairman Vern Huelett, Secretary W. J. Cromwell. Chairman announced new dryer on­ board. Treasurer reported $105 in ship's fund and $75 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. BROOKS RANGE (lOM), April 1 — Chairman M. G. Gutierrez, Secretary J. Pitetta, Educational Director Robert Hamil. Chairman announced vessel would pay off On arrival in Los Angeles. He said ship's next voyage would be to Panama, then it would return to Portland, Ore. for about two months to be short­ ened. Secretary urged members to up­ grade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked con­ tracts department to review increase in dental plan. LIBERTY BELLE(Liberty Maritime), April 29 —Chairman Lother Beck, Sec­ retary N. Duhe, Educational Director D. Swanner. Chairman reported mail ser­ vice to vessel is poor. He noted allot­ ment checks went out after much delay. He said stroke stretcher is missing belts and blankets. He reminded members to clean rooms when leaving and support SPAD. Secretary urged members to read Seafarers LOG. Educational director re­ quested better safety movies. No beefs or disputed OT reported. March issue of Seafarers LOG received. Crew asked air conditioning be repaired. OMI MISSOURI (OMl Corp.), April 8 — Chairman Car! Francum, Secretary H. Jones Jr., Engine Delegate Ronald Gor­ don. Chairman reported everything going well. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for making food much better. OMI MISSOURI (OMl Corp.), April 29 — Chairman Carl Francum, Secretary H. Jones Jr., Educational Director Ronald Gordon. Chairman reported voyage going very well but new mattresses are needed onboard. Secretary thanked crew for good trip so far. Treasurer reported $285 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for good job. Sea-Land Navigator Bosun Christian Christensen catches up on the latest news in the Seafarers LOG after a payoff in Long Beach, Calif. LONG LINES(Transoceanic Cable), May 27 — Chairman Joseph J. Olson, Secre­ tary Thomas Navarre, Educational Di­ rector R. Glaze, Engine Delegate Richard Tankersley. Chairman and sec­ retary announced everything going well. Treasurer reported $417.14 in ship's fiind. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew wanted to know why OT withheld for one week at payoffs. LNG AQUARIUS (ETC), May 20 — Chairman V. Veach, Secretary F. Rob­ ertson, Educational Director David Veldkamp, Deck Delegate Richard Lindsey, Steward Delegate George Tay­ lor. Secretary reminded crew to work safely and be careful coming and going NEDLLOYD HUDSON (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), May 20 — Chairman John Neff, Secretary R. G. Connolly, Educational Director Mike Overgaard, Deck Dele­ gate Charles Mann, Engine Delegate Terry Prescott, Steward Delegate Rob­ ert Arana. Chairman talked with crew Nurdjaja. Chairman announced every­ one from captain on down is happy with crew. Educational director reminded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew requested second dryer. All departments thawed for jobs well done. ..V-. .• r.'^^ : "',<r . . . . •• . USNS CAPELLA (IMC), April 21 — Chairman D. Martz, Secretary H. Davis, Educational Director R. Smith. Chairman reviewed IMC contract with crew. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND QUALITY(Sea-Land Service), April 29 — Chairman S. A. Dixon, Sec­ retary M. McDermott, Educational Di­ rector R. Torgesen. Chairman thanked crew for good voyage. He said previous problems have been settled somewhat. He urged members to stay abreast on union matters through the Seafarers LOG and to donate to SPAD. Education­ al director reminded members to up­ grade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked for keeping vessel clean and making sure plastics do not go over the side. Next port: Bremerhaven, West Germany. ULTRAMAR (Aimerican Marine Trans­ port), April 8 — Chairman William Kratsos, Secretary C. Johnson, Educa­ tional Director W. C. Weekley, Deck Delegate Reginald Watkins, Engine Delegate Wilbur McGee, Steward Dele­ gate Howard Williams. Chairman noted vessel was sailing for Egypt after spend­ ing week at mouth of Mississippi River. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department look into making Martin Luther King day a union holiday. Steward department thanked for fine work. Deck department thanked for painting crew recreation and mess halls. Crew asked ship's minutes form be changed to reflect both brothers and sisters who have departed. CAROLINA (Puerto Rico Marine), May 27 — Chairman A. J. Austin, Secret^ Rafael Maldonado, Educational Direc- . tor David Able. Chairman announced ship would pay off in Elizabeth, N.J. He said all was running smoothly. No beefs or disputed OT. Vote of thanks given to deck and engine departments for keeping pantry and crew messroom clean. \ •• ,. H . V. • •S'T"', • ;, • RALEIGH BA Y(Sea-Land Service), April 13 — Chairman C. B. Hall, Secretary E. Vazquez, Educational Director Paul Thomas. Chairman said everything was running smoothly. Secretary thanked crew for being nice bunch of guys as he was leaving for vacation. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Vote of thanks given to steward department. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. AMBASSADOR (prowley Maritime), May 27 — Chairman David Newman, Secretary C. Scott, Educational Director E. Harris, Engine Delegate Nathaniel Lamb. Chairman read letters received pertaining to union business. Educa­ tional director noted everything was in fair shape. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Bosun Gets Latest News GALVESTON (Sea-Land Service), May 13 — Chairman David Mason, Secretary T. J. Smith, Secretary A. Cuevas, Deck Delegate Joseph J. McGill. Engine Delegate Donald V. Cox, Steward Delegate Joe L. Clark. Chair­ man announced payoff May 15 in Bos­ ton. He told crew drug testing would begin in June. Treasurer reported $92 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked contracts department to review increase in pension benefits. Steward department thanked for job well done. Crew reminded not to put trash in laundry room. Crew reminded to give to SPAD and upgrade at Lundeberg School. Next ports: Boston, Mass:, Eliza­ beth, N.J. and Portsmouth, Va. J • f.. ' .\-l •. • 'i"'' • r. •;, Ready to Begin Serving steward Baker J^n Alamar (left) and Chief Cook Jimmy Williams have the set up to serve lunch to the hungry crew aboard the Sea-Land Navigator while it was docked recently in Long Beach, Calif. ashore. Educational director told crew to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer re­ ported $1,0(X) in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew received copies of Seafarers LOG. Crew wanted to know why flyout date on pay vouch­ ers had been deleted. Crew asked to keep noise down in weight room after hours. Next port: Osaka, Japan. LNG GEMINI (ETC), May 30 — Chair­ man A. L. "Pete" Water, Secretary Mi­ chael Meany, Deck Delegate Kenneth Lusk, Steward Delegate Jill Prescott. Chairman praised deck crew as best in long time. He noted ordinary seamen were very well motivated. He thanked steward department for job well done. Secretary said he was pleased with gal­ ley staff. He gave special thanks to chief cook for his professionalism. He urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked why it could not keep plastics aboard ship and dump all other garbage overboard instead of burn­ ing it. Next port: Bontang, Indonesia. LNG TAURUS (ETC), May 26 — Chair­ man John Japper, Secretary J. Gib­ bons, Educational Director C. W. Dahlhaus. Chairman announced first aid kit would be placed on basketball court. He asked members to refrain from smok­ ing during meal hours. He urged crew to work safely aboard vessel. Secretary said he had telex from ETC safety director that handsoap aboard causes dermatitis. Educational director urged members to stay informed by reading Seafarers LCKJ. Treasurer announced ship's fund at $450. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port: Osaka, Japan. LNG VIRGO (ETC), May 27 — Chairman Robbynson H. Suy, Secretary Robert H. Forshee, Deck Delegate Don McKinney. Engine Delegate Jerry L. John­ son, Steward Delegate Udjang about new drug testing and alcohol regu­ lations. He advised members to be care­ ful. Deck delegate reported beef while engine delegate noted beefs and disputed ' OT. Nothing reported by steward dele­ gate. Crew thanked chief cook Robert Arana and GSU Eddie Gonzales. Bosun John Neff thanked for extra good job painting elevators. Crew asked con­ tracts department to look into allowing permanent men to register in home ports rather than where ship docks. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. OMI COLUMBIA (OMl Corp.), May 28 — Chairman W. E. Lough, Secretary R. A. Castillo. Chairman reported payoff would be held May 31. He noted beef with captain pertaining to movie locker with captain saying he will close it and take the matter up with the union. Chair­ man said most movies were made by per­ manent pumpman. Secretary urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer announced $194 in ship's fund. No other beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department. OMIDYNACHEM(OMl Corp.), May 21 — Chairman Thomas Walker, Secretary Donnie W. Collins, Educational Direc­ tor Paul E. Johnson, Deck Delegate Gary L. Dates, Engine Delegate George F. Darney, Steward Delegate Joseph C. Bush. Chairman said repair list was being created and engineers al­ ready working on air conditioning. Secre­ tary urged members to stay up to date with Seafarers LOG. He said it was best source of information in union and thanked staff who put it together. He also noted missing child feature is new­ est item to be a hit in paper. Educational director urged members to take advan­ tage of Piney Point. Treasurer reported ship's fund at $326. Deck delegate re­ ported several minor beefs. No beefs or «... Continued on page 22 v.-,'v... �ili-ttii!l»UiJiBP.' ^'-'P® •-<? ?' SCAFARiRSlOG 22 _{..,; :.-.M. Ships Digests Continued from page 21 W00§ y# £}!•. « A' ' .-V;"-'./.',i?'; ",' ' -.r i\" Mc-ll ;•,. ^'j;£:- v- !J ,v-• =V';V's k M-"-: disputed OT from engine or steward del­ egates. A hearty vote of thanks given to galley gang. Crew discussed ideas for new contract. Next ports: El Segundo, Long Beach and San Francisco, Calif. OVERSEAS ALASKA (Maritime Over­ seas), May 20 — Chairman Eugene Bev­ erly, Secretary Carl Woodward, Educational Director Thomas A. Koubek, Engine Delegate Gary R. Danos, Steward Delegate Robert Brown. Chairman announced ship to lay up in Tampa, Fla. shipyard; members • would be paid off at that time. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew urged to read President's Report in Seafarers LOG. Two crewmembers lost money during voyage. Crew said television and VCR need to be repaired while in port. Next port: Tampa. OVERSEAS ARCTIC (Maritime Over­ seas), May 18 — Chairman John Zepeda, Secretary Fernando Urias, Ed­ ucational Director E. Figueroa, Steward Delegate Billy Mitchell. Chairman an­ nounced payoff May 22 in Nederland, Texas. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew congratulated AB Lorenzo Zepeda on his return from Finey Point where he took the recertified bosun train­ ing. Crew asked company to supply transportation to pay phone in Pilot Town, La. so families can be called. Crew also asked company to supply checks at payoff in Pilot Town as there is no place to get money orders. Next port: Nederland. OVERSEAS CHICAGO(Maritime Over­ seas), May 19 — Chairman G. Hernandez, Secretary Clyde Kreiss, Ed­ ucational Director Mark Sawin, Engine Delegate E. Whisenbant, Steward Dele­ gate L. Martinez. Chairman announced vessel payoff on May 21. He asked those getting off to strip bunks and clean rooms. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked contracts department to look into reducing seatime to 15 years for pension and increasing limit to $1,500 monthly. Crew asked patrolman to investigate captain and-chief mate in­ specting rooms without crew representa­ tive present. Crew also wanted patrolman to investigate letter stating OT mandatory for deck department. Steward department thanked for job well done. OVERSEAS HARRIETTE(Maritime Over­ seas), May 20 — Chairman William Jef­ ferson, Secretary Vincent Sanchez Sr., Educational Delegate Gerald A. Yore. Chairman reported vessel had annual in­ spection while in Norfolk, Va. He said vessel was going to New Orleans, with payoff expected May 30, to load grain for Alexandria, Egypt. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to review making death bene­ fits the same for those who have retired in good standing as those who still sail. Crew urged to make sure tools meet American standards in order to prevent accidents and injuries. Crew told to be­ ware of barber who comes aboard ship in Alexandria. Next port: New Orleans. SEA-LAND ACHIEVER iS&i-Land Ser­ vice), May 20 — Chairman Francis Adams, Secretary R. Griswold, Educa­ tional Director M. Serbs, Deck Delegate Mike Halkias, Engine Delegate Clay­ ton Everett, Steward Delegate Armando Frissora. Chairman an­ nounced stereo system for crew's lounge will arrive this trip or next. He said all is running smoothly. Secretary reported $160 in ship's fund. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Steward delegate reported dis­ puted OT. Deck and engine delegates re­ ported no beefs or disputed OT. Crew asked contracts department to review in­ crease in pensions and institute COLA clause in new contract. Crew asked for clarification on missing man's wages in three-man steward department. TV will be repaired in port. Deck and engine de­ partments thanked for cleaning op after themselves. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. SEA-LAND ATLANTIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), May 13 — Chairman C. L. Hickenbotam, Secretary J. Rivera, Edu­ cational Director Michael Derringe. Secretary reminded members to increase their knowledge through the Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked contracts department to review increase in monthly pension al­ lotments and decrease in vacation filing time from 120 to 90 days. Next ports: Charleston, S.C., Port Everglades, Fla., Houston and Jacksonville, Fla. S^-LAND EXPEDITION (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), May 21 — Chairman Marvin Zimbro, Secretary Janice Patterson, Educational Director David S. Dukehart, Deck Delegate George Mazzola, Engine Delegate Bernard Hutching, Steward Delegate Antjuan WebbBirch. Chairman announced new furni­ ture would be arriving soon. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked con­ tracts department to explore increase of one AB and one messman per ship. SEA-LAND FREEDOM (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), May 25 — Chairman W. Feil, Sec­ retary Clare Crane, Deck Delegate John C. Noble. Treasurer reported $295 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment to make Seattle a constitutional port. Crew asked company to provide let­ ter for unemployment when time is up per contract. SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE (Sea-Land Service), May 12 — Chairman L. E. Watson, Secretary S. A. Goodman, Edu­ cational Director Archie Bell, Steward Delegate Michael Linus. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked con­ tracts department to review allowing per­ manent members to keep jobs if they are forced to leave vessel because of illness or injury. Crew also requested investiga­ tion of unemployment pay practices of various states. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND MARINER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), May 19 — Chairman A. R. Mc Cree. Secretary P. P. Lopez, Educational Director M. E. Sabin, Deck Delegate R. E. McGonagle, Steward Delegate R. Davis. Chairman reminded all members to be onboard one hour before sailing or face being logged and fired. Treasurer announced $97 in ship's fund for barbe­ cues. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for good food and fine work. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND NA VIGATOR (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), May 27 — Chairman Salvatore Sbriglio, Secretary John J. Alamar, Ed­ ucational Director Ralph W. Willard, Steward Delegate James Harper. Chair­ man noted personality problem between steward and chief engineer would be taken up with patrolman upon arrival in Long Beach, Calif. No other beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew asked com­ pany to replace case for movies, curtains in rooms and recreation room and repair or replace television. Crew also asked •that booklet be provided on each members's duty in unlicensed depart­ ments. Next ports: Oakland, Calif- and Honolulu. SEA-LAND PACIFIC(Sea-Land Service), May 27 — Chairman William L, Till­ man, Secretary J. S. Smith, Educational Director Steve Bigelow, Deck Delegate G. T. Johnson, Engine Delegate Cliff Akers, Steward Delegate D. Garrison. Chairman noted everything was running smoothly. He reminded crew to turn off television when leaving crew lounge and VCR needed repair. Secretary reported $21.20 in ship's fund after spending $226.20 on barbecue. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked stew­ ard department for the barbecue,.calling it one of best ever held on ship. SEA-LAND QUALITY(Sea-Land Service), May 27 — Chairman A. C. Harrington, Secretary M. McDermott, Educational Director C. Torgersen, Deck Delegate Donald M. Hood. Chairman stated he was glad to be back after vacation. He re­ minded crew to stay alert to union hap­ penings through patrolmen and union literature as new contract approaches. He thanked crew for smooth voyage and urged the members to meet their SIU fi­ nancial obligations. Secretary asked members to fill out crew list in full prior to arrival in New Jersey. He thanked crew for cooperation regarding plastics disposal. Educational director asked crew to take time to watch safety videos. He noted new Seafarers LOGS and other information would come aboard at pay­ off. No beefs or disputed QT reported. Crew continued to express concern about stack gas problem on deck. Next port: Portsmouth, Va. SEA-LAND VOYAGER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), May 27 — Chairman Dennis Brown, Secretary C. Gibson, Educa­ tional Director R. Risbeck. Chairman an­ nounced payoff will take place June 3 upon arrival in Tacoma, Wash. Educa­ tional director urged members to up­ grade at Piney Point. Deck and engine delegates reported beefs and disputed OT. Steward delegate reported no beefs or disputed OT. Steward department asked contracts department why its mem­ bers are denied one hour per week for room sanitary that is given to other de­ partments. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for job well done. Next port: Tacoma. STONEWALL JACKSON (Waterman), May 13 — Chairman Carl Lineberry, Secretary Charles Corrent, Educational Director F. Quebedeaux, Deck Delegate Robert Christensen, Engine Delegate James A. Tims, Steward Delegate A. J. Severe. Chairman thanked steward de­ partment for job well done. He noted it was smooth trip and asked members to donate to Seafarers LOG. He reminded crew to upgrade at Lundeberg School. He said it appeared that International Ship Management may be taking over Waterman, but he had not heard any- Union Chores Handled During Texas Payoff Patrolman Steve Ruiz (center) from the port of Houston receives union dues from Sea-Land Atlantic crewmembers Able Seaman E.I. Bronstein (left) and Steward Assistant L. Cifuentes when the vessel docked recently in LaPorte, Texas. thing for certain. Secretary thanked Chief Cook John Reid for his specials and sauces. He thanked steward assis­ tants for job well done. He asked those needing new mattresses to notify him. Educational director noted all safety equipment was working thanks to crew's concern. Treasurer announced $260 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew thanked 4-to-8 watch for keeping pantry and messhalls clean. Next port: Newport News, Va. THOMPSOM PASS (IOM), May 20 — Chairman Patrick E. Baker, Secretary G. F. Thomas, Educational Director J. F. Walker. Chairman said all union com­ munications had been posted for mem­ bers to read. He offered vote of thanks td steward department for fine job. Educa­ tional director reminded crew to upgrade at Piney Point. All delegates reported beef with captain riot orderirig standbys while vessel was in port. Crew asked that television and VCR be cleaned and tuned. Next ports: El Segundo and Long Beach, Califi ULTRAMAR (American Maritime Trans­ port), May 13 — Chairman Reginald Watkins, Secretary C. N. Johnson, Edu­ cational Director W. C. Weekly. Chair­ man announced payoff May 19 in Beaumont, Texas where it will load be­ fore sailing back to Egypt. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked to keep noise down while people are sleep­ ing. Crew sought chalk board for crew's messhall and new VCR as old one keeps breaking. Steward department thanked for a job well done. Next port: Beaumont. USNS CAPELLA (IMC), May 24 — Chairman D. Martz, Educational Direc-. tor R. Smith. Chairman announced pay­ off set for Jacksonville, Fla. where vessel will ^ laying up. He reminded ev­ eryone to clean rooms and turn in keys. Engine delegate reported some disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew took up collection and flowers were sent in memory of AB T. Bennett who died aboard ship while it was sailing from Pusan, South Korea to Tacoma, Wash. AMBASSADOR (Crowley Maritime), June 9 — Chairman Dave Newman, Secretary C. Scott, Educational Director E. Harris, Deck Delegate A. Quinatana. Engine Delegate Nathaniel Lamb, Steward Delegate Harry Clements. Chairman said all was running well aboard vessel. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by engine or steward delegates. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. GUS W. DARNELL (Ocean Shipholding), June 7 — Chairmari Thomas P. Banks, Secretary R. E. Hicks, Educational Di­ rector David Dalls, Deck Delegate Ar­ thur Saeli, Engine Delegate Arthur Baredian, Steward Delegate E, L. Hatchl. Chairman posted notice about drug testing for members leaving ship hurt or unfit for duty because of negli­ gence. He urged members to read the Seafarers LOG and upgrade at the Lundeberg School to get ahead. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts dfepartment to review de­ crease in seatime needed to retire. Crew reported ship would be out of food in few days. Ice machine and microwave oven need to be repaired or replaced. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. N^t port: Beaufort, N.C. LAWRENCEH. GIANELLA (Ocean Shipholding), June 3 — Chairman Pete Hulseborch, Secretary Richard W. Paulson, Educational Director D. Farmer, Deck Delegate Jim Hagberg, Engine Delegate Ernest Lacunza, Stew­ ard Delegate Vincent Ortez. Chairman discussed purripman's duties on tankers but clarification from union still was needed. He announced parts for freezer had been received. He noted payoff would take place June 15. Educational di­ rector urged members to take advantage of opportunites to upgrade at Piney Continued on pe^e 23 , v • •' '• > �-jr*" • -'•'* JULYim dps Digegtgia# Continued from page 22 Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to re­ view lowering of time needed for pen­ sion. Crew asked company for garbage can for plastics. Galley gang thanked for good meals, baked goods and good job all around. Next port: Panama Canal. LIBERTY SUM (Liberty Maritime), June 10 — Chairman H. Dermody, Secretary F. L. Washington, Engine Delegate Wai­ ter Fey, Steward Delegate Fred Lindsey. Chairman announced payoff in New Orleans on June 13. Secretary reminded crew to place plastics in "plastics only" cans, not in regular garbage. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked con­ tracts department to review possibility of higher base wages. Crew was told cap­ tain refused to pay transportation for members who travelled from union hall to Reserve, La. without receipts. Crew thanked steward department for fine work. Next port: New Orleans. LWG 4/?/£S (ETC), June 3 — Chairman Luther Myrek, Secretary Dana Para­ dise, Educational Director Alan Han­ son, Deck Delegate Francis H.Smith, Engine Delegate Dominick Orsini, Steward Delegate L. E. TefPt. Chairman said all going well since vessel left yard. Secretary asked crew's cooperation in separating bottles from cans in trash. Ed­ ucational director reminded crew to up­ grade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $170 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported; Letters from union about transportation home after quitting and emergency leave were read and discussed. Crew asked to have or­ ders ready as vessel will pass Singapore on next voyage. Next port: Nagoya, Japan. OMI CHAMPION (OM\ Corp.), June 10 — Chairman C. A. Bankston, Secretary Pedro Seilan, Educational Director Pat­ rick Coppola. Chairman announced new contract, itinerary and repairs will be handled. He offered a vote of thanks to steward department. Secretary report­ ed smooth sailing with great bunch of brothers and sisters. He noted better mail service and Seafarers LOG received monthly. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point and donate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment not to give away any more benefits during negotiations. Next port: Belgium. OMI SACRAMENTO (OMI Corp.), June 3 — Chairman Sy Yaras, Secretaiy David W. Der, Educational Director Pete Vasquez. Deck Delegate Jack Brovrn, Stew­ ard Delegate Willie Grant. Chairman reported ship would pay off and lay up for a short time in New Orleans. Deck delegate reported some disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Vote of thanks given to all departments for job being done. OVERSEAS ALICE (Maritime Overseas), June 8 — Chairman Steve Copeland, Secretary Eva Myers. Educational Direc­ tor Alphonso Bombita, Deck Delegate Jeffrey Saxon, Engine Delegate Emil Gomez, Steward Delegate David Smith. Chairman asked members not to wear tank tops during meals. He announced new VCR purchased. Secretary said ship would be fumigated to get rid of roach problem. Educational director reminded crew of importance to upgrade at the Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew expressed concern about getting reliefs on time. Crew thanked steward for iihproving menus and all her baking. Crew reminded to keep noise down in passageways. Next port: Diego Garcia. OVERSEAS PHILADELPHIA (Maritime Overseas), June 10 — Chairman Ken­ neth McGregor, Secretary Joseph Ben­ nett. Chairman said ship is rutming without charter and he is not sure where next voyage will go. Secretary reported all is going smoothly aboard vessel. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for union representative to meet vessel more often than at payoffs. Crew urged contract negotiating committee to get good contract with no crew cutbacks. OVERSEAS WASHINGTON (Maiitime Overseas), June 3 — Chairman G. M. Westphal, Secretary B. E. Fletcher, Ed­ ucational Director H. S. Butler, Deck Delegate Lee Hollier, Engine Delegate Joseph King, Steward Delegate Jason Collins. Chairman noted payoff June 4 in New Orleans. He said eveiything on­ board was running smoothly. Secretary reported range, garbage disposal and cab­ inet doors need repair. He said chief engi­ neer is interfering with work of steward department. Beefs reported by steward delegate. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck or engine delegates. Next port: New Orleans. PONCE (Puerto Rico Marine), June 3 — Chairman Donald Wagner, Secretary J. Kundant, Educational Director E. Frederickson, Deck Delegate Paul Carolan. Engine Delegate Jay Ellis, Stew­ ard Delegate Pedro Sepulveda. Chairman announced company soon will begin retiling fo'c'sles. He said all was running smoothly. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked contracts department to review increase in daily maintenance and cure. Next ports: San Juan and Jack- sonville, Fla. S£4-LAND4MCH0ff4G£ (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 13 — Chairman John B. Lundborg, Secretary James Wright, Educational Director K. Bertel, Deck Delegate C. Crespo, Engine Delegate J. P. Lambert, Steward Delegate A, D. Gething. Chairman reminded crew to check with patrolman at payoff. Educational di­ rector told crew safety and training tapes available in officers' lounge. Treasurer announced movie fund at $50. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to investigate in­ crease in monthly pension payments. En­ gine Delegate J. P. Lambert asked crew to make donation to United Negro Col­ lege Fund. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment, especially Chief Cook Aubrey Gething, for job well done, fine chow and varied menus. All hands thanked for keeping recreation and laundry rooms clean. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND COMMITMENT (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 3 — Chairman John Roundtree, Secretary G. E. Sinkes, Edu­ cational Director Eric Bain, Steward IDelegate Jorge Salazar. Chairman re­ ported nothing new happening onboard. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. En­ gine and steward delegates reported no beefs or disputed OT. Vote of thanks given to steward department. Next ports: Boston and Elizabeth, N.J. SEA-LAND DEVELOPER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 9 — Chairman C. Loveland, Secretary L. Lightfoot, Educational Di­ rector L. Brown, Deck Delegate Dave Atkinson, Steward Delegate M. Gramer. Chairman reminded those leaving vessel when it docks in Tacoma, Wash, on June 10 to turn in room keys. He said he had heard nothing about contract ne­ gotiations. Secretary thanked deck and engine departments for keeping ship's house clean. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew reported volume control on stereo needed repair. Crew thanked stew- ard department for job well done. Next port: Tacoma. SEA-LAND INNOVATOR (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 12 — Chairman Claude J. Dockery, Secretary Jose M. Bayani, Ed­ ucational Director Mathias SoWerer, E>eck Delegate Alfred Lang, Engine IDelegate Arthur Longuet, Steward IDel­ egate D. S. Castillo. Secretary thanked unlicensed departments for keeping crew lounge and messhall clean. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for more communication between ship and union other than Seafarers LOG. Crew noted exercise bike and shower head need repair. Next ports: Long Beach and Oakland, Calif. • , |i.; SEA-LAND PERFORMANCE (Sea-Land Service), June 10 — Chairman Jim Daw­ son, Secretary Richard Worobey. Chair­ man urged members to upgrade at Lun­ deberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Service), June 15 — Chairman Tony Palino, Sec­ retary Norman Johnson, Eduational Di­ rector Sammie Hardin. Chairman noted good crew aboard. He urged all mem­ bers to take advantage of Piney Point. He reported electrician was denied den­ tal care in Guam. Educational director re­ minded members to check Seafarers LOG for new classes at Lundeberg School. Engine delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew asked contracts department to study addition of one member to steward department. Crew sought new television for crew's lounge and mattresses for those who need them. Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitu­ tion of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific pro­ vision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitu­ tion requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accounts every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secre­ tary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makesexamination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dis­ senting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SILT Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Watery District are administered in accordant with the provisions of various trust'Tund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and manage­ ment representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund finan­ cial records are available at the headquar­ ters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's ship­ ping rights and seniority are protected ex­ clusively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, retum receipt requested. TTie proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Sea­ farers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU con­ tracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union offi­ cial fails to protect their contract rights properly, they should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEA­ FARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG has traditionally refrained from publishing any ^icle serving the political purposes^of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing arti­ cles deemed harmful to the' Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 19^ meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board \yhich consists of the Execu­ tive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibil­ ity. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should £uiy member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a re­ ceipt, or if a member is required to m^e a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should imme­ diately be reported to Union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU con­ stitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this con­ stitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, tri^s, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Conse­ quently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation of furthering of the American Merchant Marine with im­ proved employment opportunities for se^en and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and con­ tributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, finan­ cial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employment. If acontribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involunt^. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. : •(: " 'I 1 . • /i. • 4.-' . - • ' • •> •1 r' J- If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or infor­ mation, he should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at head­ quarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. . I'; �•;=f :r '••'•r^,,'!fj«.«vr*a.v,»:l.-f,. '•"-,Ji'--r,. SSAFARERS LOG 24 V- • 'l,. • {rt:. Steward Assistant Thomas A. Route (left) gets his next assignment from Chief Steward Morris Martin. i Chief Cook Eddy Usmany is working The galley is spotless, thanks to on a sauce for the evening meal. Messman Nicholas Gained. SA Thomas Route's customized jacket shows everyone he is a merchant mariner. OMU Kevin O'Donnell does his part to help keep the en­ gine room humming. Pride Is Evident Aboard The USNS DeSteiguer Getting ready to take in a night on the town are OMU Stephen Rougeau, AB Norman Hancock and Bosun Larry Manry. Bosun Larry Manry (left) catches up on some union business with SiU Port Employee Raleigh Minix. Thomas Route is very proud to be a merchant mariner. ITte gradu­ ate of Lundeberg School class 417 wants the world to know it. Route, a steward assistant aboard the USNS DeSteiguer, wears his own custom-designed jacket complete with a flag patch of every nation he has visited. Em­ broidered on the back are the words "U.S. Merchant Marine 1987-1988 World Tour." "I get excited visiting new places," Route told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG while the DeS­ teiguer was docked in San Diego recently. "Being a Seafarer is a great way to see the world and places I never thought I'd see." Chief Steward Morris Martin said Route's pride carries over in his work. "He's an eager worker and willing to learn," the 21-year veteran said. The galley is not the only place on the Mar Ship Company vessel where pride and determination could be found. It was evident in the deck and engine departments as well. Bosun Larry Manry, who joined the SIU in 1962, said his crew has worked hard to get the DeSteiguer ready for sea after a layup. Throughout the ship was the smell of fresh paint. The engine room was practically spotless. "This is a great bunch of guys to work with," Manry said. "We look forward to going out and doing our job." The DeSteiguer is a survey ves­ sel for the Navy. The SIU provides the unlicensed personnel for the ship. Ljinileberg School Graduates Four Classes Mr • r'' "j"'" £ ' Trainee Lifeboat Class 454: The graduates of trainee lifeboat class 454 are, from the left (back row) Michael D. Miller, William Sam Bussell, Kirk Emile Jenkins, Carl R. Turner, Frank Marchione, Scott Sims, Steve Tapper, Robert Carroll Adams Jr., Stacey Twiford, Stephanie R. Barnett and Jim Moore (instructor). From the left (front row) are DeWitt Long, Peter Luhn, Timothy Williams, Noah Jones IV, Chris Caporaso, Matthew DeNesco and Erik Bradshaw. .•. Upgraders Lifeboat: Receiving their lifeboat training certificates from the Lun- de^rg School are (left to right, kneeling) Stephanie Torres, Susan Poland and Christina Short. Standing are Bobby Clinton (instructor), Michael D- Johnson, Jeff Hebert, Todd Washington, Mike Moore, Mike Novak and Ron Raykowski (instructor). " Trainee Lifeboat Class 455: The graduates of trainee lifelxiat class 455 are, from the left (back row) Bob Clinton III (instructor), Jim Sannino, Matthew Dunn, Barry Hamm, Greg Barry, Jon Damphier, Abraham Nonwood Jr., Robb Renyaglia, Neil R. Penaflor Sr., Antonio Dougherty, Kelvin Johnson, William Reintzell, Robert Kelley, William Reiley ill and Paul Envin. From the left (front row) are Demetrius Williams, Daniel Koonce Jr., Willie Carter, John Morrison, Alice Mines, Wesley Phillips, Andelair Settles, Janet K. Lyson and Dean M. Adamson. Diesel Engine Class: Graduating members of this class receive both classroom instruction and practical hands-on training. They are, from the left (front row) Daniel Ficca, Eugene Thompson, Rosario Rolon, Gary Bernard and Les Cope, in the second row are Eric Malzkuhn (instructor), Andy DiTullio, James Zang, Robert Scott, Art Wadsworth, Darnell Mason and Kevin Mali. Wv' �-'.S-:- '-':-'A : '-ft •r'r'v.?.(^-:^, ",••• •li?^'^'''*'''^''liiih- Wrw JULY 1990 ;Sf vj'-.!'v^-r— f^''jo-'-;',r-;^a •f'-^'^ir.-', i jvl . Final DEEP SEA TERRY P. AUGUSTIN Terry P. Augustin, 84, passed away May 15 at his home in Fremont, Calif. The Philippine native joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in August 1946. Brother Augustin shipped in the steward department primari­ ly aboard Maston vessels be­ fore retiring in October 1969, prior to the MCS merger with the SIU. He was buried May 21 in Woodlawn Memorial Park in Colma, Calif. His wife, Leonora, survives him. MARGARETBARNES Margaret Barnes, 74, died March 27. She joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1957. Sister Bames sailed in the galley gang mainly aboard MatSon vessels. She retired in August 1974, prior to the MCS merger with the SIU. STANDMORE BELL Standmore Bell, 65, passed away July 1. Bom in South Car­ olina, he joined the Seafarers in November 1943 in the port of New York. Brother Bell sailed in the steward de­ partment before he started drawing his pension in Decem­ ber 1987. ANTHONY BENNETT Anthony Bennett, 39, died in May onboard the 6SNS Capella. He was bom in Ports­ mouth, Va. Brother Bennett up­ graded his deck departTnent rating to able seaman in 1988 at the Lundeberg School. He was an active member at the time of his death. WILLIAM CHANDLER William Chandler, 83, died June 18. The steward depart­ ment veteran was a charter member of the Seafarers, having come onboard in November 1938 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Chandler retired in January 1972. His wife, Lois, survives him^ JAMES DEMETRIOS James Demetrios, 62, passed away January 24. The deck de­ partment veteran was bom in New York City. He joined the SIU in August 1964 in the port of New York. Brother Demetrios began drawing his pension in March 1988. He is survived by his wife. Carmen. LARGIOFIGUEROA Largio Figueroa, 59, died May 4. A native of Puerto Rico, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in March 1976, prior to the union's merger with the SIU. Brother Figueroa was an active member of the galley gang when he died. HOMER FRAZIER Homer Frazier, 71, passed away April 10. He was bom in Worth County, Ga. and joined the Seafarers in August 1966 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Frazier upgraded his engine rating to QMED in 1973 at the Lundeberg School. He started drawing his pension in December 1983. PAUL LATTIK JOSEPH BROOKE Joseph Brooke, 72, died June 21. He joined the SIU in May 1942 in his na­ tive Philadelphia. Brother Brooke shipped in the engine department. He began collect­ ing his pension in November 1977. He is survived by his wife, Mary. FRED CARTER Fred Car­ ter, 61, passed away May 13. He served in the Ma­ rines from 1946 to 1948. Brother Carter joined the union in October 1965 in his native Mobile, Ala. He upgraded his engine depart­ ment ratings in 1974 and 1981 at the Lundeberg School. An active member at the time of his death. Brother Carter is sur­ vived by his wife, Lucile. Paul Lattik, 70, died June 23. The Baltimore native joined the union in November 19^0 in the port of New York. The black gang member upgraded his ratings in 1975 and 1978 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Lattik, who retired in July 1986, is survived by his wife, Eunice. DUANE LAUDE Duane Laude, 60, passed away May 9. After serving in the Navy from 1947 to 1951, the Buffalo, N.Y. native joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in October 1972, prior to its merger with the SIU. Brother Laude started collecting his pension in February 1985. JOSEPH LONG Jospeh Long, 83, died May 24. He was bom inOcran, Va. After joining the union in October 1951 in the port of Baltimore, he began his steward department career on Waterman vessels. Brother Long began drawing his pen­ sion in March 1975. worked in the black gang be­ fore he started drawing his pen­ sion in January 1982. AUGUSTINE RODRIGUEZ James V. McClantoc, 68, passed away June 6. The Mag­ nolia Springs, Ala. native served in the Navy from 1942 to 1945. He joined the Seafar­ ers in March 1946 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Mc Clantoc sailed in the deck de­ partment aboard Falcon Carriers and Cities Services vessels. He retired to Foley, Ala. in October 1978. His wife, Virgie, survives him. Philip Salino, 89, died June 11. The Philippines native joined the SIU in October 1943 in the port of New York. Brother Salino sailed in the deck depart­ ment. He retired in January 1967 and is survived by his wife, Marie. GEORGE MAY CLOFUS SULLIVAN George May, 52, died June 14. Bom in Can­ ada, he graduated in Novem­ ber 1959 from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in New York. The deck depart­ ment veteran's daughter, Sharon, was a recipient of a Seafarers' scholarship in 1986. Brother May was an active member at the time of his death. Clofus Sullivan, 38, passed away March 23. Bom in San Saba, Texas, he graduated in January 1969 from the Andrew Fumseth Training School in New Orleans. His black gang career was intermpted by ser­ vice in the Army from 1971 to 1972. Brother Sullivan up­ graded to QMED in 1974 from the Lundeberg School. He sailed from the port of Jackson­ ville, Fla. at the time of his death. Donald Murray, 63, passed away June 25. A native of Pen­ nsylvania, he joined the SIU in June 1968 in the port of Detroit. Brother Murray worked in the engine depart- : ment before retiring in June 1987. JAMES OEHLENSLAGER James Oehlenslager, 64, died June 25. The New York City native joined the union in July 1944 in the port of Philadel­ phia. He was a member of the engine department. Brother Oehlenslager started collecting his pension in June 1987. FREDERICK A. PEHLER Frederick A. Pehler, 63, passed away June 1. He was bom in Washington, Iowa. Brother Pehler joined the Seafarers in May 1947 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. He became a recer­ tified bosun in 1974 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Pehler was an active member at the time of his death. NORBERT PRUSZKA Norbert Pmszka, 68, died April 2. A native of Milwau­ kee, he joined the SIU in August 1943 in the port of New York. Brother Pmszka V • 'I ' .* \ BRUCE WEBB JAMES V. McCLANTOC DONALD MURRAY October 1985. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn. Augustine Rodriguez, 81, passed away May 30. Bom in Puerto Rico, he joined the Sea­ farers in April 1944 in the port of New York. Brother Rodriguez shipped in the deck department. He started collect­ ing his pension in June 1971. PHILIP SALINO FOO HSING TUNG Foo Hsing Tung, 82, died No­ vember 29, 1989. The na­ tive of China joined the union in March 1957 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Tung sailed in the deck department prior to his retirement in March 1972. WILLARD VERZONE Willard Verzone, 38, passed away April 2. • He was bom in i4obile, Ala. He graduated in. May 1968 from the Andrew Fumseth Training School in New Orleans before serving in the Army from 1970 to 1971. Brother Verzone upgraded his engine department rating in 1973 and became a QMED in 1982 at the Lundeberg School. He was an active member when he died. His wife, Nancy, survives him. Bmce Webb, 79, died May 3. The Geor­ gia native joined the SIU in August 1951 iri Tampa, Fla. Brother Webb sailed in the gal­ ley gang. He began collecting his pension in March 1971. INLAND WILLIAM H. BOWMAN William H. Bowman, 81, died May 14. Bom in Portland, Maine, he joined the union in Galveston, Texas in May 1951. Boatman Bowman began in the deep sea division but switched to inland early in his engine de­ partment career. He retired in February 1974. • V: ] GEORGE T. DAVIS George T. Davis, 86, passed away April 17. He was bom in Houma, La. and joined the Sea­ farers in May 1961 in the port of New Orleans. Boatman Davis worked as a tugboat cap­ tain before retiring in Novem­ ber 1972. DAVID T.WILLIAMS David T. Williams, 75, died ' May 8. A native of North Car­ olina, he joined the union in June 1961 in the port of Philadelphia. Boatman Wil­ liams worked in the deck de­ partment for Curtis Bay Towing before retiring in Janu­ ary 1975. He is survived by his wife, Sarah. GREAT LAKES FREDERICK J. GRANT Frederick J. Grant, 79, died May 9. He was bom in St.lgnace. idich. Brother Grant joined the Seafarers in April 1961 in the port of Detroit. He started col­ lecting his pension in April 1973. DARRELL WELLS Darrell Wells, 84, died June 30. The Illinois native joined the SIU in July 1960 in the port of Detroit. Brother Wells began drawing his pension in August 1970. RAILROAD MARINE JOSEPH WARFIELD ORRIAN S. McKAIN Joseph Warfield, 65, died May 18. The steward department veteran was bom in Louisiana. He joined the Seafarers in Febmary 1945 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Warfield started drawing his pension in Orrian S. McKain, 71, passed away June 30. Bom in Jersey City, N.J., he joined the SIU in December 1959 in the port of New York. Brother McKain worked for the Pennsylvania Railroad before retiring in August 1970. iS^ . ,• m AO' : �al rM': 26 \ Vii •' » -'ft- -'•I:-. SSAfARCRS LOG :#• H%:; Sea Story by Peter Salvo, SIU Retiree . '^•: After 13 years at sea and more than 25 ships going from 1942 to 1955,1 would not have traded my life as an SIU seaman for all the rice in china. There was adven­ ture, excitement and humor that Hollywood and T.V. have yet to explore. Here is one of those events: It was the summer of 1943 and we were leaving Santos, Brazil while aboard the Liberty Ship SS Joseph Wheeler with another Lib­ erty Ship and no escort. A few miles out to sea, a German sub was waiting for us, the other ship was hit, but we escaped back to port. •• .1 •• sii .V . $:• } ii.'- ,:r ^ I:; if it:. w• I •'Id . %• :i; •>. •m '; ' was American missionaries. Some of our men were brutally beaten up by shoreside thugs. But we accomplished our mission, taking them to Hong Kong. My last voyage was on the SS Steel King in 1955. We were shelled at the Saigon, Indochina dock for 10 days. We even lost a cup of coffee I was holding. More con­ fusing, however, were the dancing girls of Saigon who said, "We like Americans." And above all, how can I forget the voyage to Iran aboard the ghost ship, SS Aedanus Burke, that I wrote about earlier. Then we were recognized on January 19, 1988 and many of us became World War II veterans. My only beef is that I did not receive the Good Conduct Medal. I wonder why? (The Seafarers LOG welcomes the sea stories told by union members and retirees. To publish such a piece in the Seafarers LOG, send the story to the Editor, Seafarers LOG; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746.) Deploying a boom quickly and safely into the water is one of the many techniques covered in the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment course. Space Still Arailable In Oil Spill Courses There still is time to register for one of the four remaining oil spill prevention and containment •ir 11- 'iif: •fO''. •fiif'; '4-:- S: IBv |)v- feiii.'- fl'f: •^KO. fij ' •f 'r I Ivi •o Word spread fast that an Amer­ ican ship was sunk. The natives of Santos, seeing us return, thought we were the survivors and they gave us a large party. We had a ball, eating their food, drinking their liquor and entertaining their daughters! But the next day the real sur­ vivors came ashore and we had a lot of explaining to do to the na­ tives of Santos as we were running toward our ship. On the next voyage, the SS Joseph, Wheeler was one of 15 Allied ships sunk at Bari, Italy. There was a heavy loss of life when a German plane dropped tin foil over the harbor, knocking out the radar system and allowing their bombers a field day. We referred to this event as the "Pearl Harbor of Europe." 'Til this day, our losses have never been told. Then, while aboard the Liberty Ship SS Josiah Bartlett, we made the invasion of Saint Raphel, France. Our ship was loaded with ammunition and drums of high octane gasoline were on our deck. Every ship in our group was firing overhead at a German plane. A battleship in front of us was firing broadside with 16 inch guns. With all this excitement my at­ tention was distracted by a crewmember singing out loud in the galley. He was known as "Charlie of Brooklyn." Those of us aboard this ship will remember that after four trips to South Afiica, the natives were calling me "Jungle Pete" from Capetown to Durban. I left my leopard skin diaper behind and joined the Victory Ship SS Queens Victory because they needed some wild men! We were bound for Shanghai, China in December 1948 to pick up special caiigo, which Use your head wear a hard hat "Use your head!" reminds people to stay alert and pay attention to what Is happening around them. This is particularly true at sea. Crewmembers never know when a vessel may pitch or roll. Something could become dislodged and strike a Seafarer on the head. That's why hard hats are required In most places on vessels. Hard hats could deflect a can, line, tool or anything else that may cause serious harm to you. Such an Injury means not only down time for you but also extra work for your shipmates as they have to pick up your slack. Remember to wear hard hats when required, because a hardhat Is stronger and smarter than a hard head. AN SIU SHIP IS A SAFE SHIP Lets Aeep It Vat wail courses available at the Seafarers Hairy Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship. The one-week session gives stu­ dents both classroom and handson experience in preventing, har­ nessing and cleaning an oil spill. The Lundeberg School was the first union training facility to offer such a' course which met an in­ dustry request foUowing the March 1989 Exxon Valdez accident in Alaska. The classroom instruction in­ cludes learning about different types of oils and how they react when mixed with water. Students leam about the many pollution prevention regulations from other countries. They also analyze the various ways to prevent a spill through piping systems, tank hoses and other means. Finally, the stu­ dents practice containing a mock spill in the waters around the Lun­ deberg School. Each student individually pre­ pares a detailed proposal on how to fight an oil spill. The course is mandatory for any SIU member upgrading to able bodied seaman and fireman, oiler and watertender. For more infor­ mation, contact any union hall agent or the admissions office of the Lundeberg School at (301) 9940010. The oil prevention and contain­ ment course was instituted last fall after the Lundeberg School re­ ceived approval for the course from the appropriate U.S. govern­ ment agencies. OLD MORS IBIERDIE THWJifirGETftLmLEDinGliy �ittj . '-V''-"V'' - > •; :• • .-L-:" V .• r '•" •' '* ^T;'':--^^-^^^'*^>:u;''V-'':v?':-^ft.K-:f;Vi^!-v,^ JUIY 1990,.' > '" •," ^,,; Mi'" !sr ..'" im ummiHG OHHtSf SCHEDUU I^AieifiHcatiAii Pn§ittms An i^end to And to Fnnioto Hio Am$rian MeriAmo hdv^ August-Decetriber 19W The following is the current course schedule for June-December 1990 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's needs. PLEASE NOTE: All members are required to take firefighting when attending the Lurtdeberg School. "M /ife-.r:. ChecMn , Coiniplellbn; Date Date September 17 October 26 November 12 December 21 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prrOr aj; ^ to the Sealift (jperatiorts and Maintenance course. a Lifeboatman August 6 August 17 .•<ast%s:i ,• aaa Ship Handling ' . \ ' *YiL'ae a'V. Radar Observer IJiillmltii f-- September 14 October 12 November 9 ; December 7;E January 4 E September 7 October 19 : December 14/ August 24 ; Octobers November 3d November 16 November 23 1990 ' ; - ;J, September 10 September 14 ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparatton Course August 13 October 8 August 31 October 16 StewnrO U^nkilng Cenn^ Lundeberg School Self Study Courses Completion Check-In Date Date Course Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker All open-ended (contact admissions Chief Cook^ Chief Steward office for starting date) All students in the Steward Program will have a two-week Sf ali^^ iarization class at the end of their regular course. '» September 7 j Octobers November 2 December 14 September 3 October 1 October 29 December 10 , Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Take advantage of the opportunity to increase your knowledge through the Lundeberg School's self study courses. The materials are prepared in a straight-forward, easy-to-understand manner. Please send the materials checked below: MATH Fractions Decimals Percents Algebra Geometry Trigonometry (Plane) (Spherical) October 15 through December 7 • • • • • • • • SOCIAL STUDIES Geography U.S. History Economics • • ENGUSH: Writing Skills Grammar Books • Writing Business Letters • STUDY SKILLS Listening Skills • How To Improve Your Memorylll How To Use Textbooks • Study Habits • Test Anxiety • Test Taking Tactics • Stress Management • Notetaking Know-How • COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS ftS!) m SfflSS C«Hege Pngma Sikedole foi 1W FULL 8-week Sessions August 6 through September 28 II •X- A- Developmental Studies i } :ll: • Name. Address. ( ) Social Security #. Telephone Cut out this coupon and mall to: Adult Education Department; Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship; Piney Point, Maryland 20674 -—'-.'-it UPGRUHNG JUVlianOH Name- Date of Birth- Mo./Day/Year (Middle) (First) (L.ast) Address- (Street) (City) (State) (Zip Code) . Telephone" (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. • No Home PorL I Am interested in the Following Course(s) Checked Below or Indicated Here if Not Listed Endorsement(s) or License(s) Now Held Are you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: If yes, which program: From— Last grade of school completecL O Yes • No to — (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses: • Yes • No If yes, course(s) Taken Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? • Yes • No If yes, how many weeks have you completed? Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement: • Yes • No Firefighting: • Yes • No CPR: • Yes • No Date Available for training Primary Language Spoken DATE. SIGNATURE. Departnient- Seniority • Yes • ' Book #. Social Security #_ U.S. Citizen: With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. DATE OF DATE RATING DISCHARGE SHIPPED VESSEL HELD —— DECK • AB/Sealift • 1st Class Pilot • Third Mate • Radar Observer Unlimited • Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course ENGINE G FOWT G QMED—Any Rating G Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) • Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation G Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation n Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel O Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems G Automation G Hydraulics G Marine Electronics Technician STEWARD G Assistant Cook Utility G Cook and Baker G Chief Cook G Chief Steward G Towboat Inland Cook ALL DEPARTMENTS G Welding G Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) G G G G G ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Adult Basic Education (ABE) High School Equivalency Program (GED) Developmental Studies (DVS) English as a Second Language (ESL) ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation COLLEGE PROGRAM G Associates in Arts Degree G Certificate Programs No tnusportalMMi wffl be paid ualesf you prcseal origbul rectipb aad locccsrfiiny complete the connr. . —— RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO. Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center. Piney Point. MD. 20674 7/90 ...J-^ Mkmgm UnioHon Schednle The Adult Education courses listed are six weeks in length^ Completion Check-In Course Date Date December 8 October 29 High School Equivalency (GED) December 7 October 29 Adult Basic Education (ABE) October 19 September 10 English as a Second Language (ESL) December 7 October 29 Third Mate Limited License Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Oil Spill Preventioa & Containment (1 Week) ' Check-In Completion Date Date Course September 17 December 7 QMED-Any Rating December 7 October 29 Fireman/Watertender and Oiler All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course.^ Pumproom Maintenance & Operations August 20 September 28 October 29 December 7 Marine Electrical Maintenance October 1 November 23 Diesel Engine Technology October 1 October 26 Refrigeration Maint. & Operations August 20 September 28 Hydraulics October 1 October 26 I All students in the Engine Department will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. •• . • September 3 October 1 October 29 November 26 December 24 August 27 October 8 December 3 August 20 October 1 November 26 August 6 September 17 Completion Date November 5 Engine Ifpgndi^ Cannes Dedk Upgfatliag Coutses Course Able-Seaman Check-in Date September 24 Course Bosun Recertificatidn ' . -AV^r .H- �'V. "• "•• " •• ''' T:P:'--> ;. - V: ; .v'j , -•- - ' SEAEUOJRS it, L,:*. July 1990 Volume 52, Number 7 'K<<- 'i'Ta<. Teamwork Wins Top Safety Award ^ For American Steamship Seafarers -'t> .,' :4^ AB Jeff Johnson, right, accepts the first place Ship Safety Achievement Award on behalf of American Steamship Co. •'. 4r' 4r p.. ^,i i, Ki ; 1. ; . •. ,^> :.• k •• Uii-. •-' . 0 1 ft :M If t 3?'. •A ,'• >V. .tr-' H. Lee White crewmembers, who were a key ingredient in the ship's record of 700,000 consecu­ tive accident-free hours, were on hand to receive recognition from the maritime industry at an annual awards ceremony. The self-unloader, operated by American Steamship Company (ASC), was presented the Marine Section of the National Safety Council's first place safety award for having no crewmember lose a full turn at watch in a two-year period. Attending the Annual Safety Awards Luncheon, cosponsored by the American Institute of Merchant Shipping (AIMS) and the Marine Section of the National Safety Council (NSC), were three representatives of the H. Lee White's unlicensed crew and three licensed officers. While most companies had only shoreside officials and masters in attendance, American Steamship's contingent included crewmembers. SIU men in attendence were Conveyorman Lou Landreville, Second Cook Gus Kuhl and AB Jeff Johnson. The ship's officers, who are members of District 2 Marine En­ gineers Beneficial Association, were represented by Captain Pete Jimerson, Chief Engineer Duke Buelteman and First Assistant Jim Bertrand. Second Cook Gus Kuhl com­ mended the company for bringing crewmembers to the awards lun­ cheon. "It is very nice for us to be here," he said referring to the six H. Lee White crewmembers. "I've never heard of a company sending crewmembers to this before." ASC's vice president of em­ ployee relations, David Shultz, who also was in attendance at the luncheon, said it made sense to have both crewmembers and com­ pany representatives on hand for the awards ceremony. "Safety is a team effort," he said. "The com­ pany has to lay the groundwork and prepare, and the crewmembers have to carry it all out." Jeff Johnson, an AB on the White who has spent 13 years with the SIU on the Lakes, noted "the credit for our safety record goes to the entire crew." (See box for names of H. Lee White crewmem­ bers.) When asked how the vessel remained accident-free, Johnson said, "It's just part of our job to work safely." "We also have safety meeting every month," said Conveyorman Lou Landreville, a 33-year veteran of Lakes shipping. When asked what the key is to a safe ship, Landreville said a crewmember should "get all the training possi­ ble, work carefully, make sure you know what you are doing before you begin and clean up all oil spills." Kuhl, who has been sailing on ASC vessels since 1977, added, "In the galley, we're careful and we clean up everything right away. We don't leave anything for later," Kuhl explained. "But most impor­ tant is the teamwork of the crew. We all work together," he said. Courses at the union's Lundeberg School have played a role in raising the safety consciousness of crewmembers aboard the White. Kuhl attended the school's cook and baker program in 1985 and took firefighting while there. Johnson took the AB course at Piney Point, including lifeboat training. Attending the Annual Safety Awards Luncheon are (back row, left to right) Chief Engineer Ken Buelteman, ASC Vice President of Employee Relations David Shultz, ASC Director of Health and Safety Tom Anderson, Conveyorman Lucien Landreville; (front row, left to right) Captain Pete Jimerson, First Assistant Jim Bertrand, Second Cook Gus Kuhl and AB Jeff Johnson. I^ofior Roil of White Crewmemliers The following seamen make up the regular crew of the H. Le# White. The vessel was awarded first pla(» among the Ship Safety Achievement Awards issued by the Marine Sectioh of the Nation^ Safety Council and the American Insitute forMerchant Shipping. Gordon Jimerson, Captain Frank IMogush, First Mate Steve Draper, Second Mate Louis Shultz, Third Mate Doug WInfiekf, Third Mate David Bartlett, Stewaid Richard Perry, Bosun Lewis DIehl, Wheelsman Jerry Nowak, Wheelsman Russell Brown, Wheelsman Duane Witt, Watchman Carl Lints, Watchman Jeffrey Johnson, Watchman Hussein Said, Deckhand David Akerstrom, Deckhand Ken Buelteman, Chief Engineer Leonard Arrowoood, Chief Engineer Darryl Bertrand Jr., First Assistant Engineer NeiiWondeiohek, First Assistant Engineer Robert Kasbohm, Second Assistant Engineer Rick Barthuli, Second Assistant Engineer Scott Stoeger, Third Assistant Engineer ; Lucien Landreville, Conveyorman Saif Shajira, Gateman Robert Brooks, QMED Carl Huffman, QMED Francis Lawrence, QMED Donald Dandrea, Wiper Augustin Kuhl, Second Cook Abdol Mohssen, Porter Other SiU-Crewed Vessels Cited By AIMS and NSC For Good Safety Records Receiving Jones F. Devlin Awards for operating without an accident for two years or more: American Steamship Company Chevron Shipping Company Dixie Carriers inc. Maritrans Operating Partners L.P. •• - ^ ^ Receiving Citations of Merit for outstanding feats of heroism or rescues; | i Energy Transporatlon Corporation—LNG Gemini for p|ia Novemtier 20, 1989 response to an SOS from a ' ' sinking vessel. Despite severe weather conditions, the LNG Gemini crew carried out a search fof five missing crewmembers of a Panamanian-flag vessel. Maritime Overseas Corporation—The crew of the Overseas Vivian on April 20,1989 rescued 109 Viet­ namese refugees on a small craft adrift iri the South China Sea. Help Locate This Missing Child The National Center for Miss­ ing and Exploited Children has forwarded to the Seafarers LOG information on the abduction of 9year-old Jeremy James Grice. For the past year, the Seafarers LOG has published photos of young people who the National Center reports as missing. The or­ ganization attempts to assist the families of missing children by en­ couraging organizations to dis­ tribute photos of the young people. Jeremy James Grice was ab­ ducted by an unknown individual on November 22, 1985 near his home in North Augusta, S.C. when Jeremy James Grice he was five years old, four feet tall and weighed 40 pounds. That morning, around 8:15, a neighbor saw Jeremy standing by a mailbox, wearing no shoes. Jeremy's mother became aware of her son's disap­ pearance around 10:00 the same morning. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of the blonde, hazeleyed young man should contact the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children at (800)8435678 or the Aiken County Sheriff's Department at (803)648-9581 or (803)649-5563. In addition, any local FBI office can be called about the case. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource July 1990 Description An account of the resource Headlines: MSC PACIFIC FLEET SETTING UP TO COMPLY WITH PAY AWARD 18 T-AGOS SHIPS WILL BE CREWED BY SIU BATTLE OVER FARM BILL CONTINUES IN CONGRESS VICTORY-MIDDLEBY EMPLOYEES CHOOSE SIU'S INDUSTRIAL UNION MEGA BORG SPOTLIGHTS 'SECOND REGISTERES' SIU PACIFIC DIVISION REACHES AGREEMENT WITH MATSON, APL OIL SPILL BILL CONFEREES NEAR FINAL AGREEMENT WWII MERCHANT MARINERS SOUGHT FOR STUDY RECERTIFIED STEWARDS GRADUATE FROM THE LUNDEBERG SCHOOL SIU GOV'T DIVISION TANKER IS HOME AFTER 15 YEARS KEEP EYES PEELED FOR FAKE FLAG SURPRISE CATCH BY SIU FISHERMEN YIELDS 260-POUND HALIBUT LOUISIANA WWII MARINERS SOON TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR SPECIAL 'U.S. VETERAN' CAR LICENSE PLATES SEAFARERS TAKE TO THE HILL RETIREES RESTORE MANITOU TO FORMER GLORY LUNDEBERG SCHOOL OFFERS 'FLASHING LIGHT' SELF-STUDY CURRICULUM FOR ALL UPGRADERS FALCON PRINCESS CREW PRAISED FOR TEAMWORK SIU MEMBERS NOW CAN USE HOME PORTS TO REGISTER FOR JOBS ON LAID-UP VESSELS OR FOR PERMANENT POSITIONS SIU CREWS BOARD FINAL 2 MSC TANKERS GALLEY GANG KEEPS CREW GOING ABOARD THE PAUL H. TOWNSEND MEMBERS VOTE ON CONTRACT AROUND THE PORTS THE ACTIVITIES OF SIU PENSIONERS ARE OF INTEREST TO STEWARD SCOTT SIU-CREWED ORGULF TUG RIDES HIGH ON MISSISSIPPI'S WATER UNION MEMBERS ON LNG CAPRICORN UP FOR VALIANT SHIP AWARD PRIDE IS EVIDENT ABOARD THE USNS DESTEIGUER SPACE STILL AVAILABLE IN OIL SPILL COURSES TEAMWORK WINS TOP SAFETY AWARD FOR AMERICAN STEAMSHIP SEAFARERS Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 7/1/1990 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 52, No. 7 1990 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/ef4f622fb3f1d61c598c4825e1b96348.PDF 06d31cae0b00d8a447ca1aef2c85811b PDF Text Text • \- U.S. Merchant Fleet 3 Seafarers Respond To Mid-East Crisis Page iy W" • ;'fei •ZCD >H-. <AD -H> ooa3>2: e-i c/)Oo -n—i7\ rn-< O—ii. 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";• • ^ ' '' •• - S i, y - rm'|- ^ Zr Making the Hard Fight h' The Congress has recessed until September, after a hectic session that included actions of major importance to seafaring people. Once again, events of the past months have demonstrated how critical it is for us to maintain a strong and efficient legislative presence on Washington's Capitol Hill. Topping the legislative matters we were concemed with was the farm bill on which the opponents of a U.S.flag merchant marine tried to attach amendments that would have weakened or eliminated the participation of our ships in the carriage of taxpayer-supported agricul­ tural export programs. Any one of the amendments, if adopted by Congress, could have sunk a substantial por­ tion of the commercial fleet; at a time, incidentally, when such action could have had a serious impact on the national security. '. Ix;:'f- j-: 1 V- r - i^' '•J Powerful Opposition Your union, of course, was deeply engaged in the fight to beat back the anti-shipping amendments, a struggle in which we had our work cut out for us. Lined up against us were the billion-dollar grain trading com­ panies, many of which have ties with international operations with owner­ ship and/or control of vast numbers of foreign-flag ships ready to replace American vessels. Lots and lots of Seafarers' jobs were at stake. After the attempts to float the anti-U.S.-flag shipping amendments were defeated procedurally in the House of Representatives, a lobbying assault was mounted by the grain dealers on the Senate side. The senators who supported their view debated vigorously and used a number of parliamentary tactics to hang anti-merchant marine amendments on the farm bill. They were defeated by a margin of two-to-one on the first attempt, 62 senators showing they clearly understood the potential dangers—^not only to shipping, but more importantly to the national inter­ est— to 34 voting for the grain people. Both the House and Senate ver­ sions of the farm bill now go to a conference committee to smooth out differences. SIU representatives played an important role in explaining the issues to the senators and representatives and their staffs—before and during the times the issue was under consideration. l^"AP.¥: •>: ^nl:v f.' r: .It. t... • -f .'w^ .-,.i I' ^ ^ u-M:- ^WiVhr;."V:''->-' t ;. V, •.'.' •••.'. vi :•; :|^:::"?.. •p:-'.;: "'• .4 i"T Thanks to these Senators We are expressing the gratitude of our organization to the senators, who like their counterparts in the House, were in the forefront of the fight to protect American-flag shipping and the jobs of Seafarers. Senators John Breaux, Democrat of Louisiana, and Thad Cochran, Republican of Mississippi, led the fight. They were ably and effectively assisted by several ardent and articulate advocates of a strong merchant marine, among them Senators Barbara Mikulski, Democrat of Maryland; Daniel Inouye, Democrat of Hawaii; Ted Stevens, Republican of Alaska; Paul Sarbanes, Democrat of Maryland; and Ernest Hollings, Democrat of South Carolina. (For a look at how the full Senate voted on the critical amendment, see page 4.) Thanks to Congress, our nation avoided finding its oceangoing fleet weakened at a time when the Middle East crisis requires the maximum logistical capability. The current situation is just one more piece of evidence that without an adequate, active merchant fleet, the United States can never act like a world leader. I hope this point can be brought home to President Bush and those around him. An Added Thought f." ;• ;• •f p;-.; :;•; This is the time for all of us to unite in support of the action of our government and its allies in meeting the crisis caused by Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. But it should be a signal to those who have sought to weaken further U.S.-flag shipping that America must rely on its own registry of private fleets and American crews to respond to the national needs, as in the case of the current problem in the Middle East. A case in point is the recent farm bill, in which agribusiness interests touched off an assault on cargo preference, which, if successful, would have further diminished the ability of our privately-owned fleet to play its important role in times of conflict. But more on this at another time. Volume 52, Number 8 ^4'.••. ,: • : samtaaioe Double Hull Legislatiou Is Signed by President President's Report t: ' ^i-,v August 1990 The Seafarers LCXJ (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly bythe Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746; Michael Sacco, President. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSG Prince Georges, MD 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Department Director, Jessica Smith; As­ sociate Editors, Daniel Duncan and Max Hall; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene, Art Director, BillBrower. The president signed a bill August 18 that requires double hulls and double bottoms on tanker vessels operating in U.S. waters. The bill, which has been debated for the last year, also will limit the hours crewmembers can work in 24-hour and 72-hour periods, require double hulls on all tankers of more than 5,000 gross tons entering U.S. ports by 2015, create a $1 billion federal cleanup fund and demand detailed preven­ tion and response planning by all vessels and maritime agencies. Perhaps the part of the bill that will have the greatest effect on in­ dividual merchant mariners is the federal limits on the number of hours crewmembers can work aboard tankers. The National Transportation Safety Board listed fatigue and overworked crews as reasons for the Exxon Valdez acci­ dent and oil spill in Prince William Sound, Alaska. The March 1989 accident, the worst in the nation's history, became the impetus for enacting new legislation. The new legislation places the following limits on hours worked aboard a tanker. "A licensed in­ dividual or seaman may not be per­ mitted to work more than 15 hours in any 24-hour period or more than 36 hours in any 72-hour period ex­ cept in an emergency or a drill." Under the bill, work includes any duties, administrative or physical, associated with the vessel per­ formed on the tanker or on shore. Angus "Red" Campbell, SIU vice president for collective bar­ gaining, said such a provision will not affect any of the union's tanker agreements. "The Coast Giiard is watching out for the fatigue factor by including this," he noted. House and Senate conferees earlier had agreed to implement a complex 20-year formula to phase in double hulls on tankers and bar­ ges. The plan involves the size, age and hull construction and becomes effective in 1995. Most tankers must be fitted with double hulls by 2010. All new vessels of more than 5,000gross tons plying U.S. waters must be built with double hulls. A tax of 5 cents per barrel will be used to raise the $1 billion federal cleanup and compensation fund. The money would be avail­ able for cleanup purposes after the liability limits of the responsible party are reached. It also would make payments when the spiller is unknown or when the spiller and aggrieved party cannot reach agreement within 60 days. . ^ The bill creates new liability limits of $1,200 per gross ton or $10 million, whichever is greater, for tank vessels, including barges, of 3,000 gross tons or greater. The limit for those less than 3,000 gross tons is $1,200 per gross ton or $2 million, whichever is greater. For any other vessels, the limit was set at $600 per gross ton or $500,000, whichever is greater. The old limit was $150 per gross ton. Before adopting this formula and rejecting the international protocols, congressional conferees had agreed to allow state liability limits, if higher, to supersede the federal confines. The protocols have been opposed by the U.S. Senate, which has refused to pass them for the last five years. The federal liability limits are higher than those established by the protocols. Training Urged The bill calls for the secretary of transportation to conduct a oneyear study on the feasibility of a maritime oil pollution prevention training program at approved maritime training institutes. Since the Valdez accident, the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship has provided oil spill cleanup and containment classes to trainees and upgraders studying at the Piney Point, Md. facility. The bill also revises the Coast Guard's program for issuing, renewing and revoking mariner licenses and documents as well as providing the agency with access to the National Driver Register for records of driving violations by license applicants. The House and Senate passed separate oil spill bills during this session of Congress. Repre­ sentatives of both branches have been working on merging the two bills since the first of this year. Index to LOG Features Page COBRA Notice .22 Dispatchers'Report/Deep Sea . . ... ..'.......... IS Dispatchers'Report/Inland .... 16 dispatchers' Report/Great Lakes 16 Final Departures ................ 22 Know Your Rights 21 Lundeberg School Application . . • 23 Lundeberg School CourseSchedule ................23 Lundberg School Graduates . . . . • 19 Meeting Dates ...... . . . . . . IS Pensioner .... .......17 Personals ................ IS Ships Minutes ... .. ^ 18)21^21 Union Hall Directory .'. '...'16 •"'i-'S ';• �•'•;•••'. ••': v>'..*-' J-'•", '• ,.vv-i - '. rwv-, -• AUGUST 1990 The Iraq invasion of Kuwait SIU Issues Manpower Alert • '• U.S.-Flag Ships Depioyed in Gulf Crisis President Bush's decision to move American military forces into the Middle East propelled large numbers of sealift vessels into the area of conflict. Crewed by members of the Seafarers International Union and other American unions, privately operated ships under contract to the Military Sealift Command (MSG) I ' • i "til • and vessels in the Ready Reserve Force (RRF) were de­ ployed to take part in Operation Desert Shield, the Depart­ ment of Defense name for the Pentagon's response to the been called upon to man the eight Persian Gulf crisis. fast sealift ships, two aviation sup­ The president's action was port vessels, one hospital ship and provoked by Iraq's invasion a number of RRF carriers. These of Kuwait on August 2 and the threat of further Iraqi aggression directed towards Saudi Arabia. American forces in the Persian Gulf are in the process of being joined by a multinational array of troops and warships. • iV-"- :'. Worldwide Response The USNS Capella, one of the eight fast sealift ships crewed by SIU members, is boarded by U.S. soldiers on the way to the Middle East. Congress Defeats Preference Attack The United States Senate has beaten back attacks on the na­ tion's cargo preference laws by votes of 62 to 34 and 62 to 30, leaving intact the requirement that 75 percent of American govern­ ment-generated food aid cargoes be carried on U.S.-fllag vessels. The votes took place as the Senate was deliberating the 1990 farm bill just before leaving Washington, D.C. for an August recess. Prior to the Senate action, the House of Representatives enacted a rule that prohibited introduction during that chamber's floor debate on the farm bill of amendments attacking cargo preference. By a vote of 283 to 80 that instituted the rule, the House prevented any attempts from the floor to scuttle U.S. shipping interests. Both the House and Senate ver­ sions of the farm bill now will go to a conference committee made up of members from both legisla­ tive chambers. Because the leg­ islation passed by both branches of Congress was free of any anticargo preference amendments, there is little likelihood that the flnal 1990 farm bill will contain any language that will decrease the share of food assistance car­ goes allocated for transport on U.S.-flag vessels. Vote Two-to-One The first Senate floor fight on cargo preference was launched by Senator Steven D. Symms (RIdaho) who introduced an amend­ ment that would allow the Secre­ tary of Agriculture to waive U.S.flag shipping requirements on cer­ tain sales of agricultural commod­ ities directed for export. After a long debate in which Senators Barbara A. Mikulski (D- Vi Md.), Daniel K. Inouye (D-Hawaii), John B. Breaux (D-La.), Thad Cochran (R-Miss.), Paul S. Sarbanes (D-Md.) and Ernest F. (Fritz) Hollings (D-S.C.) spoke on the importance of a strong Amer­ ican merchant marine, the Symms amendment was defeated by a vote of 62 to 34. (See page 4 for a list of each senator's vote.) Continued on page 4 Participants in the military en­ gagement against Iraq include Australia, Bangladesh, Britain, Egypt, France, Morocco, the Netherlands, Pakistan, Syria and Turkey. The Soviet Union has indicated its intention to partici­ pate in the action. The United Nations voted to impose an economic embargo on Iraq and occupied-Kuwait, effec­ tively cutting off any trade with those two countries. (See box on page 9 for chro­ nology of events.) As the scope of the military engagement in the Middle East increased and the demand for lo­ gistical support vessels and civil­ ian mariners mounted, SIU Pres­ ident Michael Sacco ordered a manpower alert throughout the union structure to assure that the need for seafarers would be met. Thus far, SIU members have Seafarers Meet Demands For Extra Vessel Manning As the demand increased for vessels to supply the stepped-up military operations in the Persian Gulf, the Seafarers International Union instituted a manpower alert to assure that all manning assign­ ments within the union's respon­ sibility would be met. In issuing the alert, SIU Presi­ dent Michael Sacco called on all union members to participate fully. He urged all Seafarers who cur­ rently are on the beach to inimediately contact the nearest union hall or the SIU's manpower center to register for employment. In ad­ dition, Sacco extended the same call to all physically-fit pensioners, as well as to inactive SIU mem­ bers. *SIU Proceeding Full Steam' In a communication to Captain Warren G. Leback, the head of the Maritime Administration, Sacco advised that the "officers, port agents, members and staff of the SIU have been notified to take all necessary steps to meet our role in the nation's defense strat­ egy during this time of national emergency." He said the union is MENTION ALL SEAFARERS Seamen with ratings are ur­ gently needed to meet cur­ rent manning obligations. Call the nearest union hail or the manpower office at 1800-SEA-CREW. "proceeding full steam to enlist all of our members and retirees into service. . ." The SIU's all-out effort in­ cluded suspension of provisions of the shipping rules that limit the amount of time certain classifica­ tions of seamen can remain aboard a vessel, combing lists of retired members, keeping all union halls open on weekends and late into the evening when necessary and maintaining an around-the-clock operation at the SIU's central manpower office. Shipping Rules Amended The shipping rules were amended through an emergency meeting of the Seafarers Appeals Board, a governing group consisting of repContinued on page 9 ships, activated for the Persian Gulf deployment, join other mili­ tary support vessels that remain fiilly manned throughout the year— such as prepositioning ships and the sealift tankers. Reports to the LOG from the union's halls around the country indicate that to date all vessels assigned to the SIU have been manned without a hitch and have sailed on time. Seafarers in Desert Shield Much of MSC's prepositioning fleet immediately was called on by the Pentagon to provide supplies to Operation Desert Shield. Insti­ tuted a decade ago to provide rapid response to a crisis, the preposi­ tioning ships remain loaded with equipment, such as tanks, and all supplies necessary to maintain military units. Many of the pre­ positioning ships, and their union crewmembers, are based in Diego Garcia, within six steaming days of the Persian Gulf. Seafarers are erewing MSC's fast sealift ships, which are known by their former commercial des­ ignation of "SL-7's." Converted into roll-on/roll-off (RO/RO) ves­ sels by the military, the former container ships carry heavy equip­ ment, ammunition, supplies and troops at a speed in excess of 30 knots. The vessels can reach the Persian Gulf via the Suez Canal from an American East Coast port in less than two weeks. The SIU has provided unli­ censed crewmembers for two aviation logistics support vessels, the SS Wright and the SSCurtiss. As part of the military's pre­ positioning ships, the vessels carry equipment for the maintenance of U.S. Marine Corps aircraft. RRF Ships Broken Out Additionally, SIU members are manning many of the vessels called out of the RJLF, the designation for former commercial vessels purchased by the government and left in lay-up unless activated for a role in the nation's defense. The Department of Defense confirmed that more than 35 ships in the 96vessel RRF fleet have been manned and are now participating in Op­ eration Desert Shield. It is ex­ pected that other RRF ships may be activated should the need arise. Members of the SIU's govern­ ment services division have crewed the USNS Mercy, one of the two hospital ships operated by the milr itary. With a crew of 70, the vessel has been deployed to the Persian Gulf. Continued on page 9 'Vvii' i 1^ mm mmmpm I i 4: ;';i i •1 I' -• , '-i i/sf • • -l <. : -• • rwf S ' I'4—r" V / •• V|V .'-v.'.-- �sanReitsm w, t" Congress Beats Back Attack on Cargo Preferenco ". • -'wi' • If yw'" Continued from page 3 liV; ,-"r'':C - \ Ij,;.. ®v'?lv;... ;f|||||,- > •Ki-i; •Hf. ' • !. 'f .•'. 'i; J ','.,- vV- Senator Charles Grassley (Rlowa) introduced the second amendment designed to torpedo cargo preference. Grassley, in his remarl^ to the Senate, attempted to portray Seafarers as being too highly paid by quoting from the June edition of the LOG which reported the results of the union's negotiations with SlU-contracted companies. Grassley sought to impose a rate limit that could be charged by U.S.flag vessels carrying governmentdonated agricultural commodities. The Iowa senator's bill did not seek the same kind of rate limit for foreign-flag vessels or for grain brokers. Another Iowa senator, Tom Harkin (D), added a proposal to Grassley's amendment that would have transferred the cost of shipping food aid from the Depart­ ment of Agriculture to the Depart­ ment of Transportation. Majority of Senate Unwavering The Senate, weary after a week of long debate on various aspects of the farm bill, immediately moved to a vote to table Grassley's amendment. In a roll call vote, 62 senators registered their approval of tabling the Grassley and Harkin proposals. Another 30 senators op­ posed the motion to table. The twoto-one vote in favor of tabling the amendments was an indication of the Senate's support for maintain­ ing existing cargo preference rules. The Grassley amendment fol­ lowed a lengthy debate in the Senate on the issue known as a Great Lakes set aside which dates back to the 1985 farm bill that in­ corporated a compromise between U.S.-flag shipping interests and the agricultural community. , Under the terms of the com­ promise, the maritime industry agreed to exempt certain govemment-backed agricultural export programs from cargo preference laws while the agricultural groups signed off on an increasing the level of government-impelled food cargoes to be carried on U.S.-flag vessels from 50 to 75 percent. One of the conditions of the 1985 farm bill compromise was the allocation to Great Lakes ports of a set portion of the government's food exports. The amount per year mandated by the 1985 law to be shipped from Great Lakes ports was set at about 240,000 metric tons per year of governmentgenerated food aid cargoes, close to 20 percent of donated agricul­ tural products. The program ended in 1989. Cargo for Lakes Debated Backers of the set aside sought a reinstatement of the plan under the 1990 farm bill arguing that not enough U.S.-flag vessels make regular calls at Great Lakes ports that could take advantage of the increased cargo allocated for car­ riage on American ships. Senators opposed to a reinstatement of the Great Lakes set aside said the measure had been a one-shot deal, giving the region an opportunity to make adjustments to the new law and now all American ports should compete on equal footing. A compromise on the issue was reached on the final day of debate on the farm bill. Introduced by Senator Breaux, who acknow­ ledged Senators Inouye, John Glenn (D-Ohio) and Alan Dixon (D-Ill.) as leading participants in toe efforts to resolve the issue, the amendment passed by voice vote. Breaux described the com­ promise legislation as providing for following arrangements: • Establishing a permanent waiver Of the three-year waiting period for re-flagged vessels to be eligible to carry non-bulk cargo preference from Great Lakes ports. • For five years, 50 percent of Public Law 480 title II bagged, processed or fortified cargoes would be awarded to the port with the lowest landed cost, even if such cargoes must travel on U.S.-flag vessels pursuant to cargo preference requirements. • For that portion, any addi­ tional cost of carrying this cargo on U.S.-flag ships would not come from toe Department of Agricul­ ture budget, the funds would be paid by the Department of Transportation, as presently re­ quired by law. • The current level of 75 per­ cent of government-generated food aid carried on U.S.-flag ves­ sels would be maintained. • The total amount that can be allocated under this special bid­ ding procedure would be set at 245,000 metric tons a year. • It does not set a ceiling on the total amount of tonnage that can be loaded at the Great Lakes or any other port. The legislation "allows the Great Lakes to participate in a very positive way in getting this addi­ tional business and at toe same time protects the other ports in Continued on page 13 Amendments Throughout the farm bill debate, opponents of U-S.-flag shipping at­ tempted to introduce amendments aimed at weakening or eliminating cargo preference. ITie two amend­ ments that would have crippled toe law that requires 75 percent of U.S. government-impelled food car­ goes to be carried on American bottomis were introduced by Sena­ tors Steven D. Symms (R-Idaho) and Charles E. Grassley (R-Iowa). What follows is a breakdown of the Senate vote on motions to table Symms' July 23 amendment and Grassley's July 27 amendment. A vote in fovor of the motion to table 00 was supported by the SIU. A no vote (N) supported the giant grain interests. Four members of the Senate did not vote on July 23 and eight were not recorded on July 27. , '7< S ' "' - t£S.!i v: y-r. r,^4Sf .:' •' July23 July27 Vote Vote Alabama. Howell Heflin (D) Richard C. Shelby (D) Y Y Y Y Y Y Alaska Ted Stevens (R) Frank H. Muikowski (R) Arizona f-: j-:f; Dennis DeConcini (D) John McCain (R) Y N Y N Arkansas Dale Bumpers (D) David Pryor (D) Y Y A Y California Alan Cranston (D) Pete Wilson (R) Y Y Y Y Colorado 5!- :->• •>- 'W- William L. Armstrong (R) N Timothy E. Wirth (D) Y A Y Connecticut Christopho-J. Dodd (D) Josqph I. Lieberman (D) Y Y Y Y Delaware WiUiamV.RothJr.(R) N N Joe Biden (D) Y Mississippi Y Thad Cochran (R) Trem Lott (R) Y Florida Robert Graham (D) Connie Mack HI (R) Y Y Y Missouri Y Y John C. Danforth (R) Christophers. (Kit) Bond(R) Georgia Sam Nunn (D) Wyche Fowler (D) Y Y Daniel K. Inouye (D) Daniel K. Akaka (D) Y Y Max Baucus (D) Conrad Bums (R) Y N J. James Exon (D) Robert Kerrey (D) Y Y N N Y Y Y Y N N N N N N N N Kansas N N N N Y N Y N Louisiana J. Beimett Johnston Jr. (D) John B. Breaux (D) Y Y A Y Y Y Y Y Maryiand Paul S. Saibanes (D) Barbara A. Mikulski (D) Y Y Y Y A Y V Y Y Y Y Harry Reid (D) Richard H. Bryan (D) Y Y Y Y Lloyd Bentsen (D) Phil Gramm (R) Gordon J. Humphrey (R) Warren Rudman (R) N N N A Edwin Jacob (Jake) Gam (R) Orrin G. Hatch (R) Bill Bradley (D) Frank R. Lautenberg (D) Y Y Y Y N Y N Y Daniel Patrick Moynihan(D) Alfonse D'Amato (R) Jesse A. Helms (R) Terry Sanford (D) Y A Y Y N Y N Y Y N Y 'X N Ohio John H. Glenn Jr. (D) Y Howard Metzenbaum (D) Y David Lyle Boren (D) Don Nickles (R) Mark O. Hatfield (R) Robert W. Packwood (R) N N A N H. John Heinz III (R) Arlen Specter (R) N N Y Y Larry Pressler (R) Thomas A. Daschle (D) A Y N Y James R. Sasser (D) Albert Gore Jr. (D) Y Y Y Y Y N Y N A N N A Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y N Y N N • A N Utah North Dakota Quentin N. Burdick (D) Kent Conrad (D) Strom Thurmorid (R) Ernest F. (Fritz) Hollings (D) Texas New Mexico Peter V. Domenici (R) JefifBingaman(D) Y N Tennessee Y A A N N N N V Y •\r Y Y Y Y a Y Y Pennsylvania Minnesota David Durenberger (R) Rudy Boschwitz (R) N Y Oregon Michigan Donald W. Riegle Jr. (D) Carl Levin (D) N N Y N South Dakota Oklahoma Massachusetts Edward M. Kennedy (D) John F. Kerry (D) N N North Caroiina Maine William S. Cohen (R) George Mitchell (D) N N New York Kentucky Wendell H. Ford (D) Mitch McConnell (R) N New Jersey Iowa Robert Dole (R) Nancy L. Kassebaum (R) N Claiborne Pell (D) John H. Chafee (R) South Carolina New Hampshire Indiana Charles E. Grassley (]R) Tom Harkin (D) , N Nevada Illinois Richard Lugar (R) Daniel R. Coats (R) N Nebraska Idaho Alan J. Dixon (D) Paul Simon (D) Y Y Montana Hawaii James A. McClure (R) Steven D. Symms (R) Rhode Island Y Y Y 1 Vermont Patrick J. Leahy (D) James M. Jeffords (R) Virginia John W. Wamer (R) Charles S. (Chuck) Robb(D) Washington Brock Adams (D) Slade Gorton (R) West Virginia Robert C. Byrd (D) John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV (D) Wisconsin Robert W. Kasten Jr. (R) Herbert H. Kohl (D) Wyoming Malcom Wallop (R) Alan K. Simpson (R) Total vote on toe motion to table toe July 23 amendment: 62 yeas. 34 nays and 4 not voting. Total vote on toe motion to table toe July 27 amendment: 62 yeas. 30 nays and 8 not voting. �^ AUGUSf 1990 • M ' Safety Board Report Takes Critical Look at Causes of Disaster Fatigue, Undermanning Cited as Factors in Vaidez Spiii ' .'r ' • " ' Fatigue, an overworked crew and undermanned ship, alcohol abuse and inadequate Coast Guard controls are among the reasons the Exxon Vaidez ran aground, creat­ ing the nation's worst oil spill, ac­ cording to a National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) report. The government's safety watchdog agency spread the blame for the March 24, 1989 accident, which dumped almost 11 million gallons of oil into Prince William Sound, Alaska, among officers on the Vaidez, the Exxon Shipping Company, the Coast Guard as well as the local pilotage service and pipeline company. Several of the recommenda­ tions made by the NTSB study, which was released late last month, were adopted in the recent­ ly passed federal oil spill legisla­ tion. Among those incorporated are limits on the number of hours crewmembers should work during a day, a study on better response for oil spill cleanups and the ability to use the National Driver Register and other records for information relating to possible drug or alcohol problems before issuing merchant marine documents and licenses. Reviews Manning Standards Other recommendations based on the study of the accident listed by the NTSB included theelimina­ tion of personnel policies en­ couraging mariners to work long hours without concern for fatigue and the "commensurate reduction in safety of vessel operations," im­ plementation of a drug/alcohol policy to monitor mariners from going back to sea before treatment is completed and establishment of manning standards ensuring the crew reflects "all expected ship­ board operating situations and that procedures are in place for dealing with unusually high workloads at sea, such as tank cleaning and cargo handling operations in port." The study concluded that the third mate, who was placed in charge of the departure from the sound by Captain Joseph Hazelwood, was fatigued when he took over the navigation watch ap­ proximately 20 minutes before the vessel ran aground on Bligh Reef. It noted "there were no rested deck officers on the Exxon Vaidez available to stand the navigation watch when the vessel departed from the Alyeska terminal." .•f Size of Crew Key Factor . Reductions in the size of the crews aboard Exxon vessels pur­ sued by the Exxon Shipping Com­ pany precipitated the fatigue factor, the reported continued. The company's crewing policies did "not adequately consider the in­ crease in workload caused by the reduced manning," it stated. Exxon also "had incentives and work requirements that could be conducive to fatigue." The Coast Guard should have been more aware of the heavier workload forced on the crew when the manning scale was reduced, the study noted. "The Coast Guard was unduly narrow in its perspec­ tive when it evaluated reduced manning requests for the Exxon Vaidez because it based manning reductions primarily on the as­ sumption that shipboard hardware and equipment might reduce the workload at sea, but it did not con­ sider the heavier workload as­ sociated with cargo operations in port and the frequency of such operations." Alcohol Impairs Judgement The NTSB reported Hazelwood's "judgement was im­ paired by alcohol" while the vessel was making its way through the sound. It went on to cite neither the company nor the Coast Guard was prepared to test for alcohol and drug-related problems, nor had Exxon adequately followed through to monitor Hazelwood following an earlier alcohol rehabilitation program. (Hazelwood was found not guil­ ty of criminal mischief in a trial in Alaska in March. Of the other three charges for which he was tried, the Vaidez master was found guilty on just one misdemeanor—unlawful and negligent discharge of oil into Alaskan waters.) In other problems listed against the USCG, the board acknow­ ledged the lack of an immediate cleanup response, the poor monitoring and reporting of ice in the Prince William Sound and the .a'.. deficiency in maintaining an effec­ tive vessel traffic service in the sound. • ,+4 The NTSB noted the inadequate response by the Alyeska Pipeline Service Company to the oil spill and the lack of an adequate plan to deal with a spill. The study also reported a local pilot should have remained on the vessel until it was clear of Bligh Reef, a policy in­ stituted after the accident. i' f ^ "'K. Reports from the NTSB often are used to help prevent other problems from happening by dis­ cussing why the accident being in­ vestigated occurred. Some NTSB reports have been used in courts because of the agency's reputation for providing very comprehensive investigations of the events. SHI, MMP, Sea-Land, Famll Object To tykes Scheme for How Subsidy A plan by Lykes Brothers Steamship Co. and the Marine En­ gineers Beneficial Association to transfer a portion of Lykes subsidy to a MEBA pension fund operation was met with opposition within the industry and maritime labor. The development occurred shortly after it was announced by the Maritime Administration last month that Lykes had applied for transfer of some of its Subsidy rights to First American Bulk Car­ rier (FABC) Corporation, which is wholly owned by the MEBA pen­ sion fund and headed by an official of that union. The strong opposition of the SIU to the proposed subsidy deal was set forth by the union's president, Michael Sacco, in a formal objec­ tion to MarAd. The SIU protested the use of taxpayer monies to sub­ sidize an operation that would compete head-to-head with unsubsidized, SlU-crewed Sea-Land vessels. If the transfer of Lykes subsidy goes to the two FABC ships, "the SIU will lose employ­ ment opportunities," Sacco told MarAd. Back Door Time Charter The union pointed out that the Lykes proposal amounted to no more than a phony charter opera­ tion. Instead of bareboat charter­ ing the vessels, a standard practice in the industry when a company is seeking to expand its fleet, Lykes is attempting to time charter two ves­ sels through the back door, the SIU said. Sacco noted that the Lykes/FABC application for the subsidy transfer is "so vague that it raises more questions than it answers." The SIU has asked the Maritime Administration, through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request, to provide copies of documents, such as the time charter arrangements between Lykes and FABC, which are relevant to the Lykes and FABC application. Also objecting to the proposal to transfer Lykes subsidy rights to FABC was the International Or­ ganization of Masters, Mates and Pilots. The union, which represents masters and mates on Lykes ves­ sels, called the proposal an "un­ precedented subsidy assignment" that "totally ignores Lykes' con­ tractual relationship and obliga­ tions" to the MM&P and American Radio Association. Sea-Land, Farrell Object Sea-Land Service, another ob­ jector, pointed out that the trade route in which Lykes proposed to use the two FABC vessels is "al­ ready severely overtonnaged" which "argues against adding two more vessels to the four now employed" by Lykes in the north­ ern European subsidized trade route (TR 21). Farrell Lines argued that as a consequence of putting the FABC vessels on the northern Europe route, Lykes would move two ships into the Mediterranean trade. That run is presently served by U.S.-flag vessels operated by Farrell. The objections of the SIU, MMP, Sea-Land and Farrell were lodged with the Maritime Ad­ ministration, the govemment agen­ cy responsible for approving subsidy to U.S.-flag companies that meet certain requirements prescribed by law. MarAd an­ nounced the request by Lykes and FABC to transfer subsidy in the July 10 issue of the Federal Register. The agency solicited comments on the Lykes/FABC proposal and can now either rule for or against the petition or hold a hearing to gather further informa­ tion. - • y . '• •• Ill-Fated FABC Has History Of Problems The First American Bulk Carrier (FABC) Corporation, a two-ship operation to which Lykes is seeking to transfer a portion of its operating subsidy, has been a dogged with problems since its inception in 1979. The corporation was set up by the trustees of the pension fund of the District 1 Marine Engineers Beneficial Association. Initially, the trustees approved an invest­ ment in a shipping venture with a Belgian shipowner that would in­ volve a $7 million investment for a two-ship operation. After finding that no U.S. govemment monies were available for construction or operating sub­ sidy, the trustees and the European operator reincorporated FABC in 1981 and took advantage of an ac­ tion in Congress that allowed U.S.flag vessels to be built overseas during a brief period of time. In January 1982, contracts were signed with a South Korean shipyard for construction of two vessels at a total cost of $69.1 mil­ lion with 80 percent of the financ­ ing to go through a Korean bank. Later that year, the Belgian operator dropped out and the MEBA pension fund became the sole shareholder of FABC. The ship construction deal was renegotiated with the Koreans and the cost of each ship placed at $29.99 million with 80 percent of the financing spread out over an eight-year period. It is believed that the MEBA pension fund pledged $62 million in marketable Continued on page 6 ••• • '• I' i. •'M •: • '1 - �4^.'' "s, "r-v.:i.' .'-t ,'• •••->,-i. ••• ,•••-: '--w-. I'l -MIH j*r-TnwmuiM«i mm ,i^i— -._,;™' ••., ,••!-_ ,-—... - saeuim IOG :^'.t 51 Senators Urge President W):V ••• iS^-;n^ i::'. •I''''. ?!".' : •• V V.. '5 ;-:i •• :. t-i:ssv: #• •• *v..: /•^::-:.;" rv:v v,.:; . i':- ';•••••,-i. • ••. '• mr::.:, •• •'v~;4 • •,.- "'-• <. i: V:4> -• : • ;- • '^1"' lil. '-•• • "., A majority of the U.S. Senate GATT subject matter. has told the Bush administration The SIU worked with Congress that maritime should be excluded during 1988 to keep maritime out from the multinational trade of the U.S.-Canada Free Trade negotiations taking place in Agreement/Strong sentiment from Uruguay. both the Senate and the House The General Agreement on forced the Reagan administration Tariffs and Trade (GATT) is a to remove maritime from the pack­ multinational treaty established in age. 1948 to end discriminatory trade The union has pointed out that practices, reduce trade barriers and maritime already is highly regu­ eliminate devices which would lated since it is the oldest form of distort free competition within the international trade. Worldwide world market. A total of 96 countries, including the Why the Maritime Industry Opposes ^ United States, subscribe to Inclusion of Waterhorne Transit in the the treaty. Current Round of GATT Talks Periodically, repre­ sentatives from the various • Endanger the Jones Act. The United forced to repeal existing nations meet to update the States may accords and iron out any cabotage laws barring foreign vesisels and problems. The present airlines from pixividirig services betvife^ negotiations, which began in two destinations in this countryv 1986, are scheduled to con­ t National Security With the clude by year's end. How­ posisihility of fofeign-flag shijps getting ever, many items remain on involved in ddniestic routes, there is the the agenda for discussion possibility of a grave threat to national and Hnal action. isecurity., The SIU has been active in • Eliminate Shipping Subsidies. The U.S. trying to keep maritime off could be forced to drop existing operating the table for discussion. The subsidies designed to help U.S.-flag car­ union has warned that any rier offset competition from low-\yage negotiated agreement deal­ foreign-flag Shipping that would not have ing with maritime could in­ to meet U.S. standards for manning or validate U.S. laws governing everything from coastwise trade to operating subsidies • End Cargo Preference. Protection for y.S.-flag shipping reserving set percent­ for U.S.-flag carriers. ages government-generated cargoes Resolutions reflecting the could be eliminated. opinion-of Congress have been filed by U.S. Senator John Breaux (D-La.) and U.S. Rep. Walter Jones (Dmaritime is subject to the overview N.C.) to ask the: administration to of the International Maritime Or­ have maritime removed. To date, ganization and the United Nations 51 of the nation's 100 senators Conference on Trade and have signed as co-sponsors to Development. It is regulated Breaux's bill. A total of 140 House domestically by the Department of members have added their names Transportation and the Federal to Jones'resolution. Maritime Commission. The SIU Since it came into being, GATT has stated it would be unwise to dealt exclusively on trade in goods. involve another multinational However, the inclusion of services agency in maritime, particularly in the current round of talks marks since it has no experience in the a dramatic departure from past industry. • Continuedfrom page 5 .'r. '" " t'-• 't r''5&AA*' '• "i • '' t . securities to obtain and secure let­ ters of credit on the loan, In late 1984, the Department of Labor, which had been investigat­ ing the MEBA pension fund, is­ sued a complaint against the group and its tmstees for violations of the law that governs retirement plans. The agency said the tmstees and the plan had been derelict in their fiduciary responsibilities by failing to undertake a marketing study before building the FABC ships, for not ensuring an adequate rate of return on the vessel investment and for exposing the fund to the risk of extremely large losses—in the •r.-l' ' ". 4 "Hi l-'N. 7". neighborhood of $60 to $80 mil­ lion. As the tmstees and MEBA pen­ sion plan were settling the com­ plaint in 1985 with the Department of Labor, the fund entered into a subcharter through its wholly owned subsidiary, FABC, of the two vessels to United States Lines. In November 1986 U.S. Lines filed a bankmptcy petition and the following April rejected the subcharters of the FABC vessels. The MEBA plan chartered the ships that same month to the Topgallant Group. The Department of Labor modified its agreement with the pension fund to allow a participat­ ing employer in the plan to sub- i Congressman Bonior Pays Visit to SIU Hali When he recently returned to his district and attended the annual "Pickerel Tourna­ ment" Parade, Congressman David Bonior (D-Mich.) stopped by the Algonac hall to visit with SIU members and their families who came to watch the parade. Pictured above are (left to right) Andy Goulet, SIU Great Lakes representative: Kirk Biishell, QMED; Bonior, and SIU Port Agent Jack Allen. In Response to Judge's Order, USCG Issues New Test Rules • ''I Pre-employment Drug Screening to Continue Pre-employment drug testing will continue for SIU members while the Coast Guard seeks com­ ments on its revised random dmg testing policy. The USCG was forced to come up with a new random testing policy after the SIU and other maritime agencies late last year won a federal suit against its im­ plementation. Federal Judge Thomas Hogan dismissed the original plan as being too "in­ trusive on the individual's privacy interests." Hogan stated the Coast Guard had failed to prove how all hands on ship, especially those in the galley, were directly related to the safe navigation of the vessel. The SIU has not decided how it will respond to the revised proposal. "We are going to have to study it to see what changes have been made," said Augie Tellez, SIU assistant vice president who has been monitoring the dmg test­ ing policies for the union. Tellez noted the proposal re­ quires those crewmembers listed on the certificate of inspection and those who are not listed but do the same type of work to be tested. It includes those who have specific From Start, FABC Has Been Dogged with Problems i:'4' -V Maritime Belongs Out Of GAU Trade Talks charter the two ships. By la\y, transactions between a plan and parties of interest are prohibited, so the agency's agreement was im­ portant to the deal. In early '89, the Topgallant Group was sold to Soudieastem Maritime Company, a Georgiabased shipping-agent. Later that year. Topgallant Lines of Savan­ nah, Ga. went into bankmptcy and the two ships were arrested because of action by the company's creditors. Although the MEBA pension fund tmstees voted last Febmary to advance up to $10 mil­ lion from the plan to fi^ee the ships, the vessels are still detained in Bremeihaven, West Germany. duties during lifeboat and fire drill exercises. The new proposal also slates for random testing any crewmember on a passenger vessel whose assignment is to assist pas­ sengers to safety, he continued. The Coast Guard hopes to im­ plement a random drug testing policy by the end of the year. Tel­ lez said tihe SIU will continue with pre-employment testing until it is advised otherwise. • The Department of Transporta­ tion, as the supervisory agency for the Coast Guard, issued extensive dmg testing regulations for mer­ chant mariners on U.S.-flag ves­ sels in November 1988. The mles required U.S.-flag operators to subject crewmembers to preemployment, post-accident, prob­ able cause and random drug testing. The SIU filed its lawsuit in December 1988 stiating the USCG, by its own admission, had little evidence linking drug use to maritime accidents. After several delays, preemployment testing began July 21, 1989. Just days before random testing was to start. Judge Hogan banned it. On January 8, the Coast Guard announced a six-month ex­ tension of pre-employment tests taken during 1989. Until then, mariners were obligated by govemment regulations to take pre-employment tests every six months. SIU members resumed pre-employment testing in June. • -I i �fti® A • ,;! • ^ lb' > •'• i/>-•;-ft •? • 'ft •' ft'.^ • :.. • American ' '•:!p|R|.iijirftftft|fttft|ft Steamship.• ;' Buffalo : •V'''%liiift;ft:|y1| , Roams Lakes i! w ftlii • ^ .41 • • '.'C Unlike most vessels that sail on the Great Lakes, the Buffalo has no set route she follows. The American Steaniship Company (ASC) self-unloader roams across the four lower lakes to deliver her loads wherever they are needed. The Buffalo can handle a variety of cargo. Among her loads this year alone are gypsum, sand, stone and coal. The vessel is one of the hewer members of the ASC fleet. She is the only one with teflon-lined holds. Algonac Port Agent Jack Allen said the teflon makes quite a difference when the hard-working crewmembers start unloading her. "It's a lot easier, especially for gyp­ sum, because it is slippery," said Allen. "This was a spe­ cial test case to see how it would work." 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At the time the USNS Mercy was activated, the civilian mari­ ners employed aboard vessels op­ erating in MSC's Pacific Fleet al­ ready could be found crewing vessels in that command. (The civilian seafarers aboard MSCPAC vessels, which operate throughout the year, are members of the SIU Government Services Division, once known as the Mil­ itary Sea Transport Union.) Layberthed in Oakland, Calif., the USNS Mercy is designed to provide combat medical support. MSG describes the vessel, and her twin ship based in Baltimore, as large, acute care medical facilities. The vessel, which was con­ verted from its previous life as a tanker, was on standby alert fol- The hospital ship USNS Mercy Is one of many vessels crewed by the SIU's government services division. The vessel recently set sail for the first time In many years. lowiiig the San Francisco earth­ quake in October of 1989 but it has not sailed for several years. Most of the time, the USNS Mercy is manned by a skeleton crew and kept in reduced operat­ ing status. "Ihe activation of the vessel increases the manning to some 70 civilian mariners and also Chronology of Events In Persian Gulf Crisis ^ -."• ••''.' v' In Red iea^ U.N. declares Iraqi troops Invade and occupy ^ployed Kuvwiiti annexation void. Kuwait in a matter of hours. MarAd advises U.S.-flag vessels to s^y August 10 at least 12 miles off the Ir^i and Arab League condemns the inva­ sion 1^ a vote of 12 out of 21 and Kuwaiti coasts. President^ Bush some countries agree to send troops freezes Iraqi and Kuwaiti aglets in United States and tails ori litions to defend Saudi Arabia. Iraq's Sad^ dam Hussein calls for an Arab Holy of the world to condemn l^on. War. NATO claims an at^ck on The United Nations condemns in­ Turkey by Iraq would be an attecK vasion. Ameiritan battle groups dttthsw^ placed on aiert. SB;';AnaU8l:12ft-fe iKugasta Iraqi begirt in^ng on Saudi Bush orders ments of Iraqi oil and almost all Arabian border. U.S. and Soviet Imports. Union issue joint statement con­ demning Iraqi invasion. August 13 U.S. military planes land in Saudi August 4 Arabia at a rate Of one every 10 The European Community freezes minutes. An Iraqi tanker sails empty IF ah Iraqi and Kuwaiti assets and from a Saudi Red Sea port because I imposes an embaigo on oil Imthe Saudi government would not ports permit tugs to dock the tanker. August 6 August IS Turk^ agrees to close Iraqi pipe­ Saddam Hussein seeks peace with line. U.N. adopts sanctions that Iran by returning POWs and terri­ virtually prohibit all trade witii Iraq tory captured in a nine-year war. and occupied-Kuwait. U.S. govemrnent announces it will help enforce Augnstl? sanctions and deploys USS inde­ Bush calls up military reserves. pendence battle group to northern Saddam Hussein raises tiie titreat Arabian Sea. of worldwide terrorism. FAaguilT August 18 The U.S. begins moving troops to Iraq places foreign natidriais around Saudi Arabia as part of multina­ military targets, factories md in­ tional defense force. stallations as a "human shietd." U.S. warships fire rounds across iMilitstt the bows of two Iraqi inkers that Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussitn an­ will not slop for inspection. nexes Kuwait. U.S. troops and air­ craft start arriving in Saudi Arabia. August 20 Great Britain announces its support Bush declares Americans bwng held for the multinational force. t^ Iraq as "hostages." The United Arab Emirates agrees to host U.S. August 9 forces. USS Eisenhower and task force hundreds of medical personnel. Both hospital ships are capable of becoming fiilly operational within five days. For the 894-foot vessel's current deployment, SIU crewmembers have beenjoined by Navy medical personnel. The San Francisco Chronicle reported that the 69,360 ton USNS Mercy carried close to 1,200 people in the ship's comple­ ment. As the vessel was about to sail, family members of the crew and medical staff assembled at the Oakland Naval Supply Center in what became a spontaneous good­ bye party. j::'V ] if Seafarers Meet Manning Meeds Continued from pt^e 3 resentatives of management and labor. Due to the contractual im­ plications of the current mobili­ zation, the SAB put into efifect the following provisions for the du­ ration of the current emergency; • The relief system for class A seamen who have acquired the necessary four months seatime has been waived, excluding perma­ nent ratings. Seamen in permanent ratings will stick to their desig­ nated rotations. • Class A seamen may remain aboard their vessels in excess of 240 days and Class B seamen may stay on for more than 180 days. Normally, the shipping rules re­ quire that Class A and B seamen limit the amount of seatime per year to 240 or 180 days, depending on the classification. This rule has been lifted for the time being. Pension Pay Protected In calling upon pensioners, the Board of Trustees of the Seafarers Pension Plan voted to allow reti­ rees to participate in the activation without interruption of their monthly pension payments. As a result of the trustees' action, re­ tired SIU members sailing on ves­ sels with a military support pur­ pose will continue to receive their monthly pension check in addition to the pay accrued by shipping. All union members currently on the beach, or pensioners inter­ ested in playing a role, or inactive Seafarers with ratings are being urged by the SIU to contact the nearest union hall or manpower office. The manpower center, which is open 24-hours-a-day, can be reached by dialing 1-800-SEACREW (or 1-800-732-2739). U.S.-Flag Fleet Activated for Gulf Continued from page 3 Seafarers aboard the sealift tankers, other MSG ships or some commercial U.S.-flag carriers also may find themselves taking part in Operation Desert Shield as it is possible that additional vessels will be called up. The union is taking steps to ensure that increased de­ mands for manning vessels can be met swiftly and efficiently. Trained for Rradiness SIU members for several years have participated in training ex­ ercises coordinated under the aus­ pices of the military in preparation for real-life operations such as De­ sert Shield. In addition. Seafarers upgrading at the union's training facility receive instruction on sealift procedures such as crane op­ erations, helicopter maneuvers and solid shield exercises, a process designed to safeguard a vessel in contact with chemical warfare. Underway replenishment pro­ cedures also are enacted and stud­ ied in exercises and course work through the Lundeberg School. Seafarers are asked to give special attention to cargo operations be­ cause much of the military's heavy equipment requires careful han­ dling. The union's school has a group of instructors known as the "mo­ bile sealift training team" who pe­ riodically board SlU-contracted military vessels to conduct sealiftpreparedness exercises. -m ' ; • 'V : xM 9^ ,,i : ' I*-! •' " �SEAFARERS LOG 8 LEFT—Patrolman Joe Perez (in cap) takes care of business during a union meeting aboard the Overseas Ohio. From the left are QMED John Miranda. DELI Phillip Watson, AB Alvin Kirksey, Perez, AB Stephen Sylvia, AB Daniel Eckert and GSU Windell Bloodworth. BELOW—Shore leave is over for QMED John Miranda and DEL! Phillip Watson who return to the Overseas Ohio after visiting Chiriqui Grande, Panartia. SIU Grew Works Hard To Keep Overseas Ohio Running Smoothly Deck department members (from left) Alvin Kirksey, Stephen Sylvia and Jerry Borucki get ready to tie up the tanker in Panama. AB John Gauthier and Bosun Jerry Borucki take care of sorne painting needed on the deck. Borucki provided these pictures for the LOG. SIU crewmembers are trained to handle most any situ­ ation arising at sea. Bosim Jerry Borucki proved that not only is he a very skilled member of the deck department, but he also is quite adept at using a camera. Borucld took his camera on a recent voyage of the Overseas Ohio to Panama. He provided the Seafarers LOG with these photographs of SIU crewmembers working aboard the tanker as well as the payoff in Louisiana. Everything was running smoothly aboard the Overseas Ohio, according to Joe Perez, SIU patrolman from the port of New Orleans. Perez recently met the ship as it was docked at Nine Mile An­ chorage, near Violet, La. The patrolman noted that the crew had plenty of work to keep them busy aboard the tanker. The few complaints he encountered were handled onboard with no problems, Perez reported. The Overseas Ohio, which is operated by Maritime Overseas Corporation, loads oil in Pan­ ama and unloads at various ports in Texas, Louisiana and Florida in the Gulf of Mexico region. QMED Jorge Bermeo, Third Mate Marshall Townsend and Second Mate Roy Pino handle a fire hose during safety drills aboard ship. ABOVE—^The galley gang of Steward Grant Marlett and Chief Cook Leticia Perales are ready to handle the crew's food needs. LEFT—AB Alvin Kirksey, AB Willie Chestnutt and Bosun Jerry Borucki inspect a life ring RIGHT—Preparing for a safety drill aboard the Ohio are Third Mate Marshall Townsend, AB Alvin Kirksey and QMED Jorge Bermeo. �AUGUST 1990 The Iraq invasion of Kuwait SIU's Government Service Crews Aboard Military's Hospital Ship Readied for Persian Gulf Duty USNS Mercy Becomes Fully Activated Seafaring members of the union's government services division were called upon to man the recentlyactivated USNS Mercy, one of the military's two hospital ships. At the time the USNS Mercy was activated, the civilian mari­ ners employed aboard vessels op­ erating in MSC's Pacific Fleet al­ ready could be found crewing vessels in that command. (ThjC civilian seafarers aboard MSCPAC vessels, which operate throughout the year, are members of the SIU Government Services Division, once known as the Mil­ itary Sea Transport Union.) Layberthed in Oakland, Calif., the USNS Mercy is designed to provide combat medical support. MSG describes the vessel, and her twin ship based in Baltimore, as large, acute care medical facilities. The vessel, which was con­ verted from its previous life as a tanker, was on standby alert fol- The hospital ship USNS Mercy is one of many vessels crewed by the SIU's government services division. The vessel recently set sail for the first time in many years. lowing the San Francisco earth­ quake in October of 1989 but it has not sailed for several years. Most of the time, the USNS Mercy is manned by a skeleton crew and kept in reduced operat­ ing status. 'The activation of the vessel increases the manning to some 70 civilian mariners and also Chronalogy of Events In Persian Gulf Crisis :v''' • :=• K" '... 1 • Iraqi troops Invade and occupy Kuwait in a matter of hours. MarAd advises U.S.-flag vessels to stay at least 12 miles off the Iraqi and Kuwaiti coasts. President Bush freezes Iraqi and Kuwaiti assets in United States and calls on nations of the world to condemn action. The United Nations condemns in­ vasion. American battle groups placed on alert. Augusta Iraqi troops begin massing on Saudi Arabian border. U.S. and Soviet Union issue joint statement con­ demning Iraqi invasion. August 4 The European Community freezes all Iraqi and Kuwaiti assets and imposes an embargo on oil im­ ports. August 6 Turkey agrees to close Iraqi pipe­ line. U.N. adopts sanctions that virtually prohibit all trade with Iraq and occupied-Kuwait. U.S. govern­ ment announces it will help enforce sanctions and deploys USS Inde­ pendence battle group to northern Arabian Sea. August? The U.S. begins moving troops to Saudi Arabia as part of multina­ tional defense force. August 8 Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein an­ nexes Kuwait. U.S. troops and air­ craft start arriving in Saudi Arabia. Great Britain announces its support for the multinational force. August 9 USS Eisenhower and task force deployed in Red Sea. U.N. declares Kuwaiti annexation void. August 10 Arab League condemns the inva­ sion by a vote of 12 out of 21 and some countries agree to send troops to defend Saudi Arabia. Iraq's Sad­ dam Hussein calls for an Arab Holy War. NATO claims an attack on Turkey by Iraq would be an attack on the whole of NATO. August 12 Bush orders Navy to halt all ship­ ments of Iraqi oil and almost all imports. August 13 U.S. military planes land in Saudi Arabia at a rate of one every 10 minutes. An Iraqi tanker sails empty from a Saudi Red Sea port because the Saudi government would not permit tugs to dock the tanker. August 15 Saddam Hussein seeks peace with Iran by returning POWs and terri­ tory captured in a nine-year war. August 17 Bush calls up military reserves. Saddam Hussein raises the threat of worldwide terrorism. August 18 Iraq places foreign nationals around military targets, factories and in­ stallations as a "human shield." U.S. warships fire rounds across the bows of two Iraqi tankers that will not stop for inspection. August 20 Bush declares Americans being held by Iraq as "hostages." The United Arab Emirates agrees to host U.S. forces. hundreds of medical personnel. Both hospital ships are capable of becoming fully operational within five days. For the 894-foot vessel's current deployment, SIU crewmembers have been joined by Navy medical personnel. The San Francisco Chronicle reported that the 69,360 ton USNS Mercy carried close to 1,200 people in the ship's comple­ ment. As the vessel was about to sail, family members of the crew and medical staff assembled at the Oakland Naval Supply Center in what became a spontaneous good­ bye party. 1. • Seafarers fi/leet ti/lanning Neetfs Continued from page 3 resentatives of management and labor. Due to the contractual im­ plications of the current mobili­ zation, the SAB put into effect the following provisions for the du­ ration of the current emergency: • The relief system for class A seamen who have acquired the necessary four months seatime has been waived, excluding perma­ nent ratings. Seamen in permanent ratings will stick to their desig­ nated rotations. • Class A seamen may remain aboard their vessels in excess of 240 days and Class B seamen may stay on for more than 180 days. Normally, the shipping rules re­ quire that Class A and B seamen limit the amount of seatime per year to 240 or 180 days, depending on the classification. This rule has been lifted for the time being. Pension Pay Protected In calling upon pensioners, the Board of Trustees of the Seafarers Pension Plan voted to allow reti­ rees to participate in the activation without interruption of their monthly pension payments. As a result of the trustees' action, re­ tired SIU members sailing on ves­ sels with a military support pur­ pose will continue to receive their monthly pension check in addition to the pay accrued by shipping. All union members currently on the beach, or pensioners inter­ ested in playing a role, or inactive Seafarers with ratings are being urged by the SIU to contact the nearest union hall or manpower office. The manpower center, which is open 24-hours-a-day, can be reached by dialing 1-800-SEACREW (or 1-800-732-2739). U.S.-Flag Fleet Activated for Gulf Continued from page 3 Seafarers aboard the sealift tankers, other MSG ships or some commercial U.S.-flag carriers also may find themselves taking part in Operation Desert Shield as it is possible that additional vessels will be called up. The union is taking steps to ensure that increased de­ mands for manning vessels can be met swiftly and efficiently. Trained for Readiness SIU members for several years have participated in training ex­ ercises coordinated under the aus­ pices of the military in preparation for real-life operations such as De­ sert Shield. In addition. Seafarers upgrading at the union's training .it - ; .r facility receive instruction on sealift procedures such as crane op­ erations, helicopter maneuvers and solid shield exercises, a process designed to safeguard a vessel in contact with chemical warfare. Underway replenishment pro­ cedures also are enacted and stud­ ied in exercises and course work through the Lundeberg School. Seafarers are asked to give special attention to cargo operations be­ cause much of the military's heavy equipment requires careful han­ dling. The union's school has a group of instructors known as the "mo­ bile sealift training team" who pe­ riodically board SlU-cpntracted military vessels to conduct sealiftpreparedness exercises. .. • A '•#, . ' . • • ill' "o-, .• " •' �'.•• .'&--^ Js^ 1".- > '• fijk ,rj - '.^ -"• ' ''- '- ' ••'• • ' '-ri-- J.Kji'V-;'. ^ iV f-.i. '*; •;!•", .i-v> • ••! '•••< I - . . :,' "*, 1-- - --/-.v.- . • - " '' - • ••. ..'••i ' SeAfARCRS £06 ;: •J. -• I. r,v •t • :' •:' •J A- • 1;, 'a r'r ' . If" WAW'i-: f^"• From Galveston and Houston to Corpus Christi, SlU-crewed G&H Towing tugboats are busy working along Ae Gulf of Mexico. The Texas-based fleet of 28 tugs handles shipdocking and barge staging in Freeport, Texas City and the cities listed above as well as moving oil rigs in the Gulf. The company has been an SIU contrac­ tor for approximately 40 years. Dean Corgey, SIU assistant vice president who also worked as an engineer for G&H, said the company's stable operation "pro­ vides job security for the SIU in­ land boatman along the coast." Many of the crewmembers of the fleet began their careers at the Harry Limdeberg School of Sea­ manship in Piney Point, Md. Ac­ cording to Corgey, several G&H employees have worked their way up to the wheelhouse and engine by upgrading through the school. "It's a highly trained fleet. They are skilled boatmen operating in some of the most sensitive and haz­ ardous waterways in this country. TTie G&H crews are a good bunch of guys," Corgey said. One of the highest priorities of G&H Towing is maintaining its safety record. Crewmembers con­ stantly are reminded of the right and wrong way to do their jobs. The crews of some tugs have worked several consecutive years without incxuring any job-related injuries. Corgey said the SIU train­ ing the members receive has a lot to do with these streaks. SIU Patrolman Joe Perez pro­ vided these photographs for the Seafarers LOG. •h -j'v-; VJ., AB George Champion, DEL) Robert Hardin and Engineer F. E. Vaughn get ready to go to work on the Trojan. The Jupiter crew—Capt. Sonny GIbbs, CE Ben Elmore, Deckhand Robert Coleman and DEL) Adam Simon in­ take a break. Chief Engineer Joseph Kleimann makes sure the Juno stays in top op­ erating condition. : '. 3'. • '..l y Ready to handle their next assign­ ments on the Titan are Able Seamen Rodney Mix and G. M. Collier. In the Judge's galley for a union meet­ ing are AB Mike McGee, Engineer Jack Croft, OS James Jackson and Capt. Larry Evans. Getting ready to set sail are OS Kevin easier. Master C. Benoit, AB J. Bovay and CE D. McDonald of the Gretchen. •;^• . 'V";• -r: • Though he blinks for the camera. Captain Bob Deckard keeps his eyes open to dock the Mark K. Relaxing after bringing in the J. Harris Masterson are Mate Paul Cornwall, DEU Brett Palmer, AB R. Gustafson, and Engineer T. Turner. The Marlin crew of Capt. Wallace Hogan Jr., Chief Engineer J. D. Lipscomb, AB James L. Boray and DEL) Steve Cornwall show their proud to be SIU. Taking a break after assisting a ship into the port area are Engineer Michael Fowler, AB Jan Weirauch and AB Phillip Jackson of the Mark II. Getting together on the bridge of the Titan are Capt. B. Cram, Asst. Eng. A. Diamond, AB R. Nix and AB G. M. Collier. Engineer Al Huntington heads for the bridge aboard the Frances E. Haden. Boatman Rickie bridge of the Trojan between runs. 'J Mark K crewmembers Robert Deckard (left) and Brian Smith (right) keep an eye on port activities. �'• • ..I • •/ y-"-' •: AUGUST 1990 . j" . Aboard the Frances Hammer i-, .ir". What started put as a 60-day relief for Chief Steward Rebecca J. Sleeper tumed into 90 very ex­ citing days aboard the Frances Hammer, as witnessed from the photos on this page. And although she says she never worked so hard in her life—it was also "the great­ est trip for seeing the world," she reported to the Seafarers LOG. Leaving from Jacksonville with a load of liquid lawn fertilizer for Odessa, Russia, the first stop for Sleeper and her fellow crewmembers, who appear in pho­ tographs on this page, was Istan­ bul, Turkey to pick up stores and mail. Then on to Russia and a backload to Romania, which Sleeper enjoyed best of all. "The people were so friendly, the music was festive and the food was very good." She even enjoyed the horsemeat dinner (but promised •'•• v yyvyiy#' • .T J. - 1 she wouldn't incorporate it into any of her recipes). The weather was gorgeous the entire time, "even in Russia," said the steward, a graduate of the Lundeberg trainee and upgrading programs. In Egypt, a side trip to Cairo got the ship's crewmembers a camel ride, and in Italy, a bus ride to Rome took them on a tour of the Vatican. There were other stops as well: Tangiers, Malta and Puerto Rico before returning to Jackson­ ville. But it's a lot of hard work for everyone involved in making such a long voyage—20 days just to get there—and a pleasant break, and probably the most favorite form of entertainment, were the shipboard barbecues enjoyed by officers and crew alike, reported Sleeper. • win. <;y ' %\. Camel riding Is quite an adventure for members of the Frances Hammer's crew. During a stopover In Egypt, some of the crew took a tour of Cairo and the great pyramids. From the left, the camel riders are A3 Royce S. Kauffman, Bosun Richard Wilson, Captain Richard D. Fasano, Chief Steward Rebecca J. Sleeper and Second Mate Donald E. Carden. 7.''m. • At- A;?'?''r •i:•i'4 • B''-" •,• f, ,7 'r 'A-.-A-r •A BBMr' Bosun Richard Wilson has the task of lighting the grill for the ship's barbecue. I' ; •3 . Chief Steward Rebecca J. Sleeper aboard the Frances Hammer as It sails through the Bosporus Strait. The mosques of Istanbul, Turkey are visible In background. Sleeper took the photographs that appear on this page, y i • '/s > l-l- " :: •vvyi;. •' ' 'V ... "C" ? Chief Cook Toyokazu R. Gonzales has his work cut out for him—turning this hunk of beef Into a tasty barbecue for officers and crew alike. :%• • i- •W-.-,. I . v.-• tV'-' i • •' •^1 • •;.r A...!'/# •A A-, - "pi It's dirty work up In the boilers, according to Chief Pumpman Richard Parrlsh, who takes a short break before cleaning up. • -ii". ••"•I ; - • f• A-j.. .vssSijai ; • Ap •'. If • •«-'a �• SOFUIBKS m • S unken marker buoys, clogged engine cooling water lines, increased drag and lower fuel efficiency are just a few of the problems facing Great Lakes shipping concerns that are caused by a clam-like critter that stubbomly clings layer after layer—to practically any hard surface. The zebra mussel, a non-edi­ ble, cream-colored mollusk with zig-zag stripes of brown, has disrupted navigation, ruined fishing nets and grounds, altered a delicate aquatic ecosystem, fouled beaches with razor-sharp shells and blocked raw water in­ take systems of many munici­ palities, utilities and factories. Over the next 10 years the prolific organism will cost users of the Great Lakes more than $5 billion in expenditures, esti­ mates one government agency that has studied the problem. One of the costs estimated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Ser­ vice will be incurred by opera­ tors who will spend more than $90,000 per vessel each year to coat each ship with a substance that will ward off zebra mussels which multiply at a ferocious rate. The agency believes that over a 10-year period, the coat­ ing of 67 lakers could cost ship­ ping companies in excess of $6Q million dollars. In the same study, the Fish and Wildlife Service estimates that redesign of water intake systems of nuclear power plants could cost $5 million each. In addition, annual maintenance and anti-zebra mussel treat­ ments will cost municipalities, utility companies and manufac­ turers millions of dollars. flushed." Seafarer Richard Gimpel, who works as a boatman on the Great Lakes, is also an angler. "I've fished the big lakes for more than 30 years and this is the worst threat to game fish populations that I've seen." The zebra mussel is capable of pro­ cessing a liter of water a day, consuming much of the plank­ ton and algae that have fed many Great Lakes fish. The prolifera­ tion of the pest has endangered many species of fish, particular­ ly the walleye, caught by com­ mercial and recreational fishermen alike. Threat to Shipping Other Lakes Seafarers report navigational buoys having been sunk by the weight of the zebra mussels. "These creatures are really a menace to shipping," summed up SIU Assistant Vice President for the Great Lakes 45 feet but can be found as deep as 300 feet, can be found throughout Europe and the Mediterranean; from Iran to Scandinavia. the invader rapidly will make its way into the Mississppi River American Steamship Com­ via the Desplaines and Illinois pany last year warned its mari­ rivers. New York's Finger ners in an article in the group's Lakes, the Hudson, Mohawk publication Soundings, "Clog­ and Allegheny rivers. ging is a potential problem for American Steamship Company. Pest Is Wildly Prolific It is possible that zebra mussels The pest is easily transported could cause blockage in ballast as bamacle-like growths on ves­ pipes or in cooling water strain­ sel hulls or in water which car­ ers. Blocked ballast pipes would ries the bivalve's microscopic result in reduced pumping larvae. Because the zebra muscapabilities... Blocked cooling isel can live out of water for 14 water strainers could ultimately days, it is suspected that plea­ cause the engines to overheat." sure boat enthusiasts moving Believed to have arrived to their crafts from one body of the Great Lakes in the ballast water to another run the risk of water of a European tanker in transferring the invader. Although indigenous to the 1986, the tiny zebra mussel, which usually does not reach Black, Caspian and Azov seas two inches in length, has rapidly of Eastern Europe, the zebra multiplied and now infests all of mussel extended its base as waLakes Erie and St. Clair and terbome commerce in Europe p^s of Lakes Ontario, Superior increased in the late 1700s. and Michigan and the St. Law­ Today the mollusk, which is rence River. It is expected that densest in depths of water up to Byron Kelley. The adult female zebra mus­ sel can produce 40,000 eggs per year, providing the water tem­ perature is in the 50 to 60 de­ grees Fahrenheit range. The eggs hatch into microscopic veligers which can actively swim as well as drift with the currents ensuring wide distribution. The mussel, which lives up to five years, tegins to form after eight to 30 days as a veliger. young mussel must anchor itself to a hard surface to continue liv­ ing. iniVASION OF THE ZEBRA MUSSa Damages Extensive Last year the hydraulic capa­ bility of the water intake pipe of Monroe, Mich, was reduced by 45 to 55 percent because of an infestation of zebra mussels which seem to have an affinity for the flow of currents through pij^s and other tubing. At one point, the city's intake system was cut off completely—a result of zebra mussel clusters and ice build-up, creating a serious threat to public health and forc­ ing many businesses to shut down for days. City officials also have noted a foul taste and smell in drinking water, be­ lieved to be present as a result of dead and decaying zebra mus­ sels. Lake Erie commercial fisher­ men report that mussels breed on the meshes and ropes of their trap nets, rendering them use­ less because the extra weight sinks t^m to the bottom. Boat owners are finding the hulls of their vessels thickly covered with dense masses of zebra mus­ sels. SIU member Jerry LaDuke, who sails as bosun, is an avid Great Lakes fisherman. The in­ festation has meant more work. "My boat has to be c^efully cleaned inside and out each time I pull out of a contaminated lake in preparation for going into an inland lake." To prevent block­ age in the boat's water intake system, he said "the outboard motor has to be thoroughly The small, striped mollusk is very adaptable, finding almost any surface Pictured above are zebra mussels clustered in a acceptable for attachment. Shown here is the effect of zebra mussels on water pipe. The mollusks rapidly build up—layer a car which was submerged upside down in Lake Erie for one year. after layer—clogging water intake systems. THE SPREAD OF THE ZEBRA MUSSEL: PAHERH & TIMETABLE STAGES OF GROWTH 9 EGG ^ microscopic VELIGER microscopic, 70 mm in length moves with water current POST-VELIGER microscopic, shell and oot appear, able to swim SEHLING microscopic. 200mm. secretes sticky threads ADULT grows to 4 cm. lives 3-5 years ADVERSE EFFECTS OF THE ZEBRA MUSSEL CITIES SHIPPING RECREATION ZEBRA MUSSELS CLING TOBOnOM OF SHIP AND ENTER WATER INTAKES INDUSTRY ZEBRA MUSSEL SHELLS COLLECT ON BEACHES. MUSSELS ENTER WATER INTAKE VALVES OR COLLECT ONBOATBOnOMS ZEBRA MUSSELS COLLECT IN WATER INTAKE PIPES AND ZEBRA MUSSELS FORM IN WATER SUPPLIES. CLOG PIPES AND STOP PUMPS It secretes a tuft of sticky, elastic threads that allow it to clamp onto practically any sur­ face—including the shells of other zebra mussels—creating large colony clusters that have been known to reach greater than 100,000 per square meter. Not picky about what surface it will attach itself to, the mollusk has been found on every part of some sunken cars including fi­ berglass, cloth seats, glass, sheet metal, tires and plastic. No Solution in Sight Although the zebra mussel has very few natural predators, one species that preys on the mollusk is the diving duck. While the population of diving ducks has increased in several European lakes, no group on the continent has discovered a way to eradicate the mussels. Eu­ rope, which has faced a zebra mussel infestation for more than 200 years, still has no mecha­ nism for lake-wide control of the critters that is not deadly to other aquatic ecosystems. Earlier this year legislation was introduced in the House and Senate calling on the U.S. government to provide the means for research aimed at eradicating the nuisance mol­ lusk. While some chemical agents can combat the spread of the mollusk, their effect on humans and Great Lakes wildlife must be studied before they enter the food chain. State legislatures also are considering bills that will pro­ vide funding for zebra mussel research. The United States Coast Guard has established an interagency working group on the problem, bringing together representatives of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Na­ tional Oceanographic and At­ mospheric Administration (NOAA) and the Environmental Protection Agency. Great Lakes governmental organizations are working closely with their Ca­ nadian counterparts to monitor the infestation and develop mechanisms for preventing an all out take-over by the invader. Just prior to its summer re­ cess, Congress approved a re­ search effort directed at finding ways to eradicate or control the enormously costly zebra mussel infestation of the Great Lakes. �AUGUSTim .••bSfe As Concern for the Environment Grows Ships* Ballast Water Coming Under Scrutiny • ' •'" , . .r-V" , ;1. "1 - "j'" , The disruption of delicate en­ vironmental ares by foreign wildlife species believed to have been discharged in ballast water has brought worldwide attention to the problem of ships involuntarily transporting unwanted alien or­ ganisms. The zebra mussel infestation of the Great Lakes, which it is believed will cost around $5 billion to control and combat, is an ex­ ample of how a European mollusk lurking in the freshwater ballast of a freighter was discharged in a foreign environment and quickly established itself, rapidly spread­ ing out of control in its new home. Two other European species found in the Great Lakes have caused concern with water users —the spiny water flea and the ruffe, a predatory species of perch. In California, fishermen fear Asian aquatic animals recently dis­ covered along the West Coast, and Norwegian authorities worry that its farmed salmon has been con­ taminated by toxic algae brought to the Scandinavian coastline by foreign vessels. Threat to Domestic Waters In Australia, where five foreign aquatic species have been dis­ covered in coastal areas, the government has introduced a voluntary ballast water exchange program. The Australians give vessels entering the country's ports three options: submit a certificate verifying the ship's ballast water and sediment are free of toxic or­ ganisms, exchange ballast at sea or treat the water or certify that the vessel will not discharge ballast water while in port. In addition, the Australian government has desig­ nated shoreside treatment facilities and approved discharge areas. The Canadian government, in consultation .with the United States, St. Lawrence Seaway offi­ cials, the maritime industry and fishing groups, has enacted volun­ tary guidelines for vessels entering the Great Lakes that went into ef­ fect in May 1989. Under this program, ships are requested to exchange their ballast off the continental shelf before entering the St. Lawrence Seaway. If this is not possible for reasons of safety, the ballast may be ex­ changed in the Laurentian Channel in the Gulf of St. Lawrence where it is believed that little mixing oc­ curs between the waters in the Gulf and Channel. Spot Checks Allowed The masters of vessels entering the Great Lakes are requested to provide St. Lawrence Seaway in­ spectors with a report on the origin of the ship's ballast water and the date it was brought aboard. The Canadian Coast Guard conducts spot checks to see if ballast water was exchanged at sea. Currently the Canadian Coast Guard is evaluating the com­ pliance record and effectiveness of this program. International attention on the issue is expected to increase. Ear­ lier this year the International Maritime Organization (IMG), the agency of the United Nations charged with shipping matters, took the first step in developing worldwide regulations aimed at decreasing the likelihood of the in­ troduction of foreign and exotic or­ ganisms in the territorial waters of any nation. IMO Gets Into the Act The IMG's Marine Environ­ ment Protection Committee (MEPC) will form a working group on the subject at its meeting in November 1990. The organization's goal is to collect re­ search from around the world and entertain proposed solutions that can be incorporated in internation­ al standards. Deep water ballast transfer operations and possible chemical treatments—including simple chlorination—are among the mechanisms to be studied by the group. In the United States, the Coast Guard has proposed a three-phase approach to the problem. In the first year, the agency advocates that a voluntary program for the Great Lakes be established to dovetail the existing guidelines of the Canadian government. The second phase would make the Great L^es program mandatory. In the third year, the Coast Guard would institute a national program that would designate procedures for ballast exchange or acceptable alternatives that would ensure the discharged water was free of foreign organisms. Phase-In Process The Coast Guard has asked for the phase-in process in order to study how mandating an exchange of ballast water prior to entering American water will impact on a vessel's safety and economic viability as well as its effect on the environment. Gf concern is the structural strength of a ship during such an operation because of the delicate balance a ship maintains between fuel, ballast, empty tanks and cargo. Additionally, with most bal­ last tanks made up of floors and girders and beams, the likelihood of contaminated water remaining aboard is very high. Removal of sediment, often brought on when ballast has been loaded in shallow areas, which also can contain or­ ganisms, is another aspect to be Studied. The U.S. Coast Guard also has expressed concern over in­ creased fatigue among crewmembers resulting from the extra work of discharging ballast at sea. Legislation pending in Con­ gress, known as the Non-in­ digenous Aquatic Nuisance Act of 1990, would require the promulga­ tion of Coast Guard regulations that would govern the discharge of ballast water on the high seas, out­ side the 200 mile exclusive economic zone prior to entering a U.S. port. The regulations will apply to all foreign-flag vessels and all U.S.-flag vessels except those operating only within the ter­ ritorial waters of the U.S. or con­ tiguous coastal waters of North America. Vessels engaged in Jones Act trades, which fall within this category may still be required to provide other methods of ballast water treatment. New Methods Reviewed The bill also suggests that ves­ sels using chemical treatn]ient of ballast water may be exempted from this requirement. However, new methods of ballast treatment may be substituted for discharge in the future if they are proven effec­ tive. Some of the ways that have been suggested include ultra-violet treatment and chlorination. Under the bill, procedures for random sampling of ballast tank water would be developed by the Fish and Wildlife Service in conjunc­ tion with the Coast Guard. The legislation as presented provides the vessel master the authority to put safety above the fulfillment of this procedure, but shipping groups believe that par­ ticular part of the bill needs strengthening arid Clarification. Hearings were held earlier this summer in both chambers of Con­ gress on the bill, which was intro­ duced by John Glenn (D-Ghio) in the Senate and Henry Nowak (DN.Y.) in the House. The legislation has not yet been considered by the full House or Senate. , -• » ' rV-A?." . Si- Ballast Water In Ocean Vessels /Is I Shaded areas represent Ballast Water BULK CARRIER >, • GENERAL CARGO CARRIER a . n. C n. IX ORE CARRIER TANKER W Chart Information from SEAWAY REVIEW Magazine/January-March 1990 Senate Bucks Preference Foes Continuedfrom page 4 basic opposition to a set aside. But it does allow the Great Lakes par­ ticipants to get a portion of the cargo that will allow them to in­ crease their opportunity to share in the Public Law 480 cargo opera­ tions," the Louisiana senator con­ cluded. House Addresses Lakes Concerns The House 1990 farm bill also contained language regarding an allocation of cargo to Great Lakes ports. The House version calls for a waiver of the three-year waiting period that liner vessels built or registered in foreign nations must go through before transferring to an American flag and a set aside for Great Lakes ports through 1996 to be reduced by 10 percent from the 1991 level each year after that. Bill Goes to Conference It is expected that the con­ ference committee for the farm bill will begin meeting when House and Senate members return from the August recess next month. After differences in language are ironed out and accepted by both chambers of Congress, the legisla­ tion goes to the president's desk for final approval. One of the areas of difference that will be discussed by House and Senate conferees will be the Great Lakes language. As neither the House nor Senate farm bill contained anti-cargo preference provisions, the issue is not likely to be raised during the committee meetings. However, SIU legislative representatives will be monitoring closely the actions of the conference committee to en­ sure the interests of U.S.-flag ship­ ping are not subjected to yet another attempt to weaken or kill cargo preference. ' -i • • '•y- .-V V;. V.-; • • .'ir b •r s.y , V"' T: -i -v''- ' .i i-.. \ f-,j. • �"ft •t.5 safARiRS m 14 AB Reiner's First Novei is a Biockbuster Thriller Book Portrays Life Aboard a Tanker inthel950s and 1980s i .,v^ •vt^ "*; 'i>.'. Mt- •' *' I »,,'i •m- '• it •>-.' • ;••''•:••'" ' -•'tu', Hi it •r--^ .;, •' • ••.•.••i;--i -« •>" . -• ' i - . •' ' y •••'', SIU member Larry Reiner re­ cently has published his first novel, Minute of Silence. The fast-paced adventure story was written while the AB was at sea. Reiner draws from his experiences as a union seaman sailing on non-union Cities Service vessels in the late 1940s during an SIU organizing drive and his 40-year career in the merchant marine, most of it spent on tankers. Reiner sets the first portion of his novel on the Concordia, described as "514 feet of ruststreaked hull thrusting forth like a pregnant whore. Stained, sullen and, showing her age, she was still well paid for'her services. But her owners expended on her only as much as necessary to keep her afloat." As the story unfolds, the reader senses that many crewmembers are motivated by allegiances formed during organizing drives directed at fink tankers. One crewmember describes those drives: "The closer to the NLRB election they came, the deadlier the contest was becoming. On the disputed ships, beatings, knifings and 'mysterious disappearances at sea' were becoming commonplace. And ashore, seamen suspected of being organizers were followed and attacked—sometimes killed. The body of one had been recently stuffed in a garbage pail close to the union building." It is not only the union sym­ pathizers who are haunted by the organizing driyes. "The company recognized the engineer's con­ tempt for anything that faintly resembled communism and he soon became an important factor in its struggle with the union The company provided him with funds to be used at his discretion to estab­ lish a police force throughout the tanker fleet." Tension mounts as more is revealed about each character and as the Concordia sails into a tropi­ cal storm rapidly reaching hur­ ricane strength. The second part of Minute of Silence opens in the '80s on a tanker employed in the Alaska oil trade. Concluding the book, in an afterword section, Reiner com­ ments on the history of the modem American merchant marine and the status of today's fleet. Author Knows Life at Sea Those who have sailed will feel at home with Reiner's setting and language. The author effectively captures in straight-forward prose the relationships and life aboard a ship. Here is a scene from the messroom: "Both 4 to 8 ABs were seated opposite the coffee lim, half as­ leep. The 4 to 8 fireman-watertender and oiler sat at the table behind playing cribbage. Stacey stripped off his rain gear, poured himself some coffee, and settled down at the after table next to the standby phone "Save for a word or two from the cribbage players, the five men sat there silently swaying from side to side as the Concordia rolled along J. in the building seas. "Reed, the night cook and baker, bmshed flour off his hands as he came in from the galley. 'Sure 'nough workin' herself into a nasty blow ain't she?' He poured himself some coffee and sat down at the table opposite the passageway to the galley. 'Any more news 'bout the storm?"' It is no wonder that Reiner can accurately present shipboard life and drama. At the age of 19, Reiner went to work on Missis­ sippi river barges, leaming to pump and getting a taste for the life of a seaman. Drawn to ocean­ going ships, Reiner visited the NMU hall, but found he"couldn't stomach" the NMU's bias to the left at that time. He made his way to the SIU hall, where he helped by doing odd jobs around the hall. Reiner's first deep sea ship was a non-union tanker operated by Cities Service. For a year and a half, Reiner participated in SIU organizing drives, guided by Paul Hall, Sonny Simmons, Keith Terpe, some of the SIU's leaders at that time. In 1951, Reiner became a full book member of the SIU. His sailing career was interrupted by a stint in the army as an infantryman and medic during the Korean war. Remembers Paul Hall Reiner describes the late SIU president Paul Hall as one of the biggest influences in his life. He recalled how Hall always gave him a helping hand. "When I came out vWWlrl -i'V-r.;- SIU member Larry Reiner is pictured on the Overseas Boston in 1983. While sailing, the AB spends much of his off-duty hours writing short stories about seamen and life at sea in the merchant marine. of the army after Korea, I went straight to the union hall. But as soon as I got there, I was greeted by two guys who answered my questions about whether Paul was in by slamming me up against the bulkhead. "Paul must have heard the com­ motion, because I heard someone say 'What's going on here?' I answered,'It's Larry Reiner.' Im­ mediately I was taken to see Paul. I didn't realize that he had recently had his life threatened and that the union was in a big beef. He asked how I'd been, did I need anything and then he peeled off a couple hundred dollars from his own mdney to carry me over until I shipped. That's the kind of guy he was, always looking out for us, no matter what was going on." Reiner's feeling for the union runs deep. In fact, his loyalty earned him a week in the brig. "In '51, after I'd just gone into the army to go to Korea, we were still stateside, someone handed me live ammunition, told us to break out the bayonets and took us to break up a strike. It turned Out the army was going to bust up a bunch of white caps, my own SIU brothers. I said, "Those guys are from my own union.' And I refused to par­ ticipate. The army wasn't too happy and they threw me in the jug for a week and threatened a court martial." Minute of Silence has captured the attention of one Hollywood film company and a New Yorkbased, mass market-oriented paperback publishing company. This fall, Reiner's book will te featured at an international book publishing fair in West Germany. The publication of Reiner's book coincides with several major tanker disasters—such as the Exxon Valdez and the Mega Borg. The publisher of Minute of Silence, J. Dwight of Integra Press, believes the book can play an im­ portant role in the current debate on tanker safety. "What Larry Reiner has to say about the state of the tanker industry will be noticed because he himself has actually sailed on those kind of ships and he knows the industry," said Dwight. The 268-page novel is available in hardback for $18.95 from In­ tegra Press; 1702 W. Camelback Road, Suite 119; Phoenix, Ariz. 85015. Shipping costs will be paid by the publishing company on books ordered before October. SIU members and retirees should note when requesting the book, their affiliation with the union, and Larry Reiner will autograph the book. �:f- • • •mi'' ••iiiiiiiimjuiiii'm" AUGUST 1990 15 Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea JULY 1^1, 1990 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville ? m San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu louston St. Louis iney Poiiii Totals TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip Reliefs ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT '434 11 " , 0 ,^ , 2 9 '2. w-y .1 . 9 15 •' 14 • •„ ;.^„;;:,;35-^ 23 12 34 9 10 ,i 5'- 30 ^ 0 : 11 2 ^ 9 1 6 10 5 12 9 4 7 5 14 29 4 10 9 9 17 5 7 7 10 11 0 9 23 15 28 7 10 ' 3 3 8 4 5 6 7 0 10 85 83 8 0 3^ 66 4 1 4 13 46 10 ^ I 4 4 12 6 26 50 17 6 15 12 . 5 15 6 2 0 10 3 1 8 0 5 6 1 3 5 10 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port New York jiliiladelphia, .iBaltimorei Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco (ilmingiQh Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis c i'• "''""fit ..•'•Ml sewMe •••••> Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmih^pn Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals .m Friday, September 21: y San Juan Thursday, September 6 iSt. Louis Friday^ Sefiemiber 14 vsiaiii IhMWtain , Friday, September 14 y Dulnth.' Wednesday, September 12 Jersey Gify Wednesday, September 19 New Bedford Tuesday, September 18 Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimorg^ Norfolk * Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Pqinf Totals Piney Point Tuesday, September 4 New York Tuesday, September 4 Philadelphia y Wednesday, Septembers Balthnore Thursday, September 6 Norfolk Thursday, September 6 Jacksonville Thursdayv September 6 :rAlgonac '••Vy: Friday, September 7 Houston Mmktey, September New Orleans Tuesday, September 11 Mobile ;vii^dnesday, September 12 San Francisco j^llhursday, September 13 •MS .; Monday, September 17 JlneyJ yirS'i SepteiB&er ' AAembership Meetings; Deep, Sea, Lakes, Inland Waters Pet^onals • AL ALEXANDER An old friend, Joseph Kaufman, is trying to locate you. Please get in touch with him at 320 South Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90211, tele­ phone (213) 276-2947. ' EDWARD A. LaRODA Please contact Mabel LaRoda, 1305 Pebbledon Street, Monterey Park, CA 91754. Vety important. 9 0 1 3 2 12 't"' 11 6 11 3 1 8 0 0 68 13 2 2 8 11 20 14 14 9 9 6 45 8 3 28 192 0 1 4 6 15 7 7 r 4 8 0 1 3 4 10 17 1 5 5 7 7 '6 DAVID MURRAY Please contact your sister or mother immediately. }y'-y9•r 4 -rV Q 0 1 10 5 1 5 0 0 213 60 124 0 141 BOBBY GENE McMICHAEL Please contact your sister, June Renfrow, or send your address. Very important! You can write her at 139 Meadowpark Drive, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 or call (601) 582-0675. 4 3 37 2 12 Totals AU Departments 636 429 350 520 308 330 199 1,021 533 398 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. • **'1 'Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of July was down from the month of June. A total of 1,357 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,357 jobs shipped, 520 jobs or about 38 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were liUed by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 199 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 12,735 jobs have been shipped. ,/ . I"'., '.' . • .. y oi' CORRECTIONS In the July 1990 issue of the Seafarers LOG, James Oehlenslager was listed in the Final Departures as having re­ tired in June 1987. Brother Oehlensla­ ger was an active member at the time of his death. In the July 1990 issue of the Seafarers LOG, George Costango thanked all his friends for their support during his recent illness. His address was listed incorrectly. Anyone wishing to send a card or letter may reach him at 500 W. 22nd Street, Wilmington, DE 19802. ^•1 �I, • u SaFARmiOG Dispatcheis' Report for Groat Lakes p: CL—Company/Lakes JULY 1-31, 1990 jv'.,••• -„ •»• r,'^ • • . : ••:-?•'•••:;-: '.K I. :;•; . NP—Non Priority DECK DEPARTMENT Port ENGINE DEPARTMENT ;|f, 6. 5 ! '0 '3 4 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Port , -AlTMiESiii ^8 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Port 0 Totals AU Departments 0 35 27 0 69 33 0 20 29 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. i::v; T-, • Dispatchors' Roport for inland Waters JULY 1-31, 1990 ' • President r MkhadSaeco &i^tary-Treasurcr JoMphDlGiarKio Executive Vice President JosqpliSscctf Yii» Pres&Ient Colfectivie Angus ''Red" Campbell Vis»^sident Attotte GdaSt Jack Caffey Vice President Gulf Coast Thomm Gilded Vice President West Coast George President Lakes a^ Inijand^'^tcrs .3ohiW«y: Vice PfMdent Goveninient SeiV^ : " :Rj^ A. Merow • ••• , *TOTAL REGISTERED TOTAL SHIPPED **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Ail Groups All Groups CiassCL ClassLClassNP Class CL ClassLOassNP ClassCL ClassLCiassNP Port • f-f?-. ?: t., • U-Lakes • 5^1 .-..'v.- ' ; ' ' HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way C^p Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algoriac, MI 48001 013)794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Bialtimore, MD 21202 (301)327-4900 DULUTH 7()5 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 iifSh J 5 HONOLULU 636 Cooke St. Honolulu, HI 96813 (W 523-5434 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. '} • ^Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 MCKSONVI^ 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904)353-0987 JERSEYCITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 ' "1 .y MOBILE .. 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy^. > . MobUe, AL 36605 (205)478-0916 V, " NEWBED^ 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02749 ^ . (508)997-5404 . NEWORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. ^ ^ New Orleans, LA 70130 (504)529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718)499-6600 W ' NORFOLK nSThiidSt. v.., ", }'•••. ft ,.•; , •-_•/=. •: •. U"V JT •' '; '/ " -.r t'-- -•• '* . 'V, v-/ Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac ^ Stv Louis *iney Point Totals Port New York Philadelphia .• • • u u 0 0 71 WT ^ , •. ' 0 T - /'0' u o 0 0 11 5 0 0 0 . •I:' 2 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Norfolk Mobile New Orleans iJacksonville Ftrancisco mm Seattle -':^V - '.-•v.v ••iyx ,• Totals AH Departments 59 13 31 35 15 17 177 81 73 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Ilegistered on the Beach" meians the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. - 7^622-im'^ PHILADELPHIA I' ' 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 •: " (215)336-3818 I--: -• : PINEY POINT St. Mary's County ' ^ Kney Point, MD 20674 GOl) 994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415)543-5855 Government Services Division (415)861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St; Stop 16 Santuice, PR 00907 a (809) 721-4033 v;.-.j SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206)441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Vt^fanington, CA 90744 (213) 549-4000 . •„ " . > .v-'S| �'-•z'-i •" i)-' t'S. :'•: ;, f •: AUGusrim T 57«-. he Seafaiere Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 21 members of the union this month. Of this total; 14 sailed in the deep sea division, five in the inland section and two in the Great Lakes. While several of the members served in the military or the SIU during World War II, Brother Wil­ liam Cofone was ship's chairman of a vessel that was damage'^ by an ex­ plosion during the Viemam conflict. He was working in the deck depart­ ment on the SS Robin Hood on March 27,1971, when a mine or bomb knocked a 27 by 19 foot hole in the ship's hull. Cofone reported no injuries to the crew in a letter to headquarters. Two of the members retiring were bom in foreign countries. They are black gang members Heriberto Miranda, who was bom in Matanzas, Cuba and Panagiotis Mykoniatis, a native of Athens, Greece. What follows are brief biographi­ cal sketches of all these Seafarers and others who are retiring. DEEP SEA CECIL P. AYERS, 65, joined the Seafarers in June 1971 in the port of New York. The Encino, New Mexico native served in the Navy from 1943 to 1945. Brother Ayers upgraded his engine department rating to QMED at the Lundeberg School in 1973. He calls Cypress, Texas home. SER VANO CASTRO, 62, joined the SIU in June 1963 in the port of New York. After serving in the Army from 1951 to 1956, the steward department member sailed aboard Sea-Land vessels during the early part of his career. Brother Castro still lives in his native Santurce, P.R. WILLIAM COFONE, 65, joined the union in September 1955 in the port of Philadelphia. A native of New York City, he shipped in the deck department and became a recertified bosun in 1975 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Cofone resides in the Philippines. HARRY J. DURACHER, 52, joined the Seafarers in July 1956 in his native New Orleans. Brother Duracher started his career in the galley, but switched to a posi­ tion in the deck department. He still calls New Orleans home. JOSEM. ESPANOL,64, joined the SIU in May 1960 in the port of New York. He was bom in Arecibo, P.R. Brother Espanol sailed in the engine depart­ ment. He has retired to Coventry, Conn. 77 To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. LEOPOLD FAULKNER, 65, joined the union in February 1945 in the port of New York. The galley gang member was bom in St. Thomas, U S. Virgin Islands. Brother Faulkner now resides in New York City. WILBERT FRUGE,62, joined the Seafarers in January 1958 in the port of New Orleans. The Lake Charles, La. native served in the Navy from 1945 to 1947. Early in his steward depart­ ment career. Brother Fmge shipped on Mississippi Ship Company ves­ sels. He calls Houston home. HERIBERTO MIRANDA, 65, joined the SIU in May 1955 in the port of Miami. Bom in Matanzas, Cuba, Brother Miranda sailed in the engine department. He worked on South Atlantic & Carib­ bean Lines vessels early in his career. He shipped out of the port of Jacksonville, Ra. before he retired to Miami. HAZEL F. MORRIS, 64, joined the union in August 1956 in the port of New Orleans. He was bom in Pineville, N.C. and served in the Navy from 1944 to 1953, He sailed in the deck department. Brother Morris lives in Pittsburg, Calif. PANAGIOTIS MYKONIATIS, 65, joined the Seafarers in November 1968 in the port of Seat­ tle. He was bom in Athens, Greece and had sailed in the engine depart­ ment under the name of Pete Mikos. Brother Mykoniatis upgraded to QMED in 1982 at the Lundeberg School. He has retired to his native Greece, taking up residence in the town of Glyfada. FRANK RODRIGUEZ, 31, graduated from the Lun­ deberg School in December 1978. Bom in San Pedro, Calif., he sailed in the deck department. He ^hipped out of the port of New York. Brother Rodriguez assisted in several union beefs during the '80s including the ACBL strike. He upgraded to tankerman in 1982. He resides in Elmhurst, N.Y. RICHARD SCHEMM,65, joined the union in July 1953 in the port of New York. A native of Philadelphia, he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Brother Schemm worked in the deck depart­ ment and sailed from the port of Jacksonville, Fla. late in his career. He has retired to Port Richey, Fla. SIMON G. SHARGABIAN, 64, joined the Marine Cooks & Stewards in Oc­ tober 1968 in San Francisco, prior to the union's merger with the SIU. The Massachu­ setts native served in the Navy from 1943 to 1963. Brother Shargabian upgraded his steward department rating at Piney Point in I98I. He now resides in Spring Hill, Fla. •L. -1 KEITH A. LOPER,51, joined the union in April 1965 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. Bom in Ohio, he served in the Army from 1957 to 1959. Boatman Loper sailed in the deck department. He calls Chesapeake, Va. home. ' t GEORGE M. MILAZZO,60, joined the Seafarers in November 1964 in his native New Orleans. He served in the Marines from 1946 to 1948. The deck department veteran switched to the inland division in 1973 and worked on Interstate Oil vessels. Boatman Milazzo attended the 1978 educational conference at Piney Point. He resides in Covington, La. LEONARD A. POLK, 60, joined the SIU in May 1957 in the port of Houston. Bom in Walnut Springs, Texas, he served in the Army from 1951 to 1952. Boatman Polk shipped in the deck department on G&H Towing tugboats. He lives in Freeport, Texas. V-- GREAT LAKES 1 INLAND FLOYD J. KOENIG,61, joined the Seafar­ ers in November 1956 in the port of New Orleans. He served as a captain for Cres­ cent Towing. Boatman Koenig still lives in his native Grema, La. DAVID M. LeBARRON, 55, joined the SIU in July 1971 in the port of Detroit. Bom in Hancock, Mass., he served in the Navy from WILLIAMS. GREGEL,62, joined the union in 1944 in his na­ tive Cleveland. After serving in the Army from 1951 to 1953, he switched his membership from the A&G district to the Great Lakes division in 1961. Brother Gregel worked in the deck department on Great Lakes Towing vessels. He has retired to Wyandotte, Mich. BOBBY G. WILSON, 58, joined the Seafarers in August 1966 in. the port of Detroit. He sailed in the deck department. Brother Wilson still lives in his native LaFollette, Tenn. '-i. The response to last month's notice, asl^g members for any old union records, photos or other memorabilia they may have "filed" away, has already yielded some interesting items. If you would like to contrib­ ute to the Union's archives, send the material to the Seafar­ ers LOG (where it will be ciatalogued and then sent to the museum). The address is: 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. I- m •- f. LOOKING FOR MEMORABILIA OLIVER A. PITFIELD, 65, joined the SIU in Febmary 1967 in the port of Hous­ ton. The Biloxi, Miss, native served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. The deck department veteran upgraded to recertified bosun in 1986 at the Lun­ deberg School. Brother Pitfield lives in Houston. 1952 to 1956. Boatman LeBarron intermpted his deck department career for approximately four years to work as a patrolman in the port of Detroit. He has retired to Hillman, Mich. �iiiwfijlipli^ffl limiiiiiiii •iiiii iiiii ;J',?i£JiV '.r- ••tVvk-.^.. 18 Ships minutes are reviewed by the union's contract departnmit Those issues requiring anentjon onesolution are addressed by the union up^ receipt of the ships minutes. »|i' ';'.i::'. FIRSTLT. BALDOMERO LOPEZ (Amsea), May 30 — Chairman W. Johnson, Secretary M. Yournett, Educa­ tional Director Raymond Culpepper. Chairman announced everything going smoothly. He told members to look in Seafarers LOG for information on vacationing at Piney Point. He thanked steward department for job well done. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew elected treasurer to create ship's fund. Members asked contracts department for clarifica­ tion on travel reimbursement and when it should be paid. Next ports: Saipan and Guam. '' ' fe'..': rt?" SEALIFT CARIBBEANmC), May 10 — Chairman Paul G. King, Secretary R. R. Poovey, Educational Director Ross Hardy. Chairman stated all was going well with no complaints. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked that dryer be repaired. j|- CHARLESTON{Apex Marine), June 24 — Chairman Mark Ruhl, Secretary J. Gonzalez, Engine Delegate Carlos Bonefont. Chairman announced payoff would take place in New York and ves­ sel would lay up during July. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward depart­ ment thanked for job well done. Next port: Port Reading, N.J. 50, • ' "^-^1 If' „• ••L..*^ ••p '."K ' ••'• •.•. ••;• USNS Cfy>»(/PEA/Er(Mar Ship Operators), May 25 — Chairman J. Miller, Secretary R. Lee, Educational Director A. Mates, Steward Delegate Mark Stabile. Chairman stated there is need for more communication between union and ship. Educational director an­ nounced he had upgrading information from Piney Point. He said vessel needs - electrical safety program. Steward delegate reported beef. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck and engine delegates. Crew noted purser was not providing daily news. Crew asked for op­ tion to be paid when signing off, even in the case of a member who signed on im­ mediately. Members also questioned how purser calculated draw. ' :• • GOLDEN ENDEA VOR (American Maritime Transport), June 17 — Chair­ man Ray E. Todd, Secretary Frank Ross. Chairman noted captain had used obscene language when referring to deck department. Secretary said everything was okay. Deck and steward delegates reported disputed OT. Engine delegate reported no beefs or disputed OT. Crew requested new linens and washing machines. GROTON{Apex Marine), June 9 — Chairman Neil Matthey, Secretary M. Payoff Aboard Monarch Jacksonville Port Agent James B. Koesy, right, meets with members aboard the Goldeh Monarch. At left is Robin Cotton. QMED/Pumpman. i# • • - .3ii- Deloatch, Educational Director J. Shuler, Deck Delegate George Cruz, Steward Delegate D. Rodriguez. Chair­ man announced, ship to payoff June 16 in Stapleton, N.Y. He said he would ask boarding patrolman about new contract. He noted vessel would be in Baltimore shipyard in August or September. He reminded crew to donate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed GT reported. Steward department thanked for its fme food. Deck department thanked for keeping galley and mess clean at night. Next port: Stapleton. GROTONiApex Marine), June 25 — Chairman Neil Matthey, Secretary M. Deloatch, Educational Director J. Shuler, Deck Delegate George Cruz^ Engine Delegate Luis A. Malave, Steward Delegate Dimas Rodriguez. Chairman announced ship would payoff June 29 in Stapleton, N.Y. He said he had received text from company that con­ tract not signed. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department for status of manning scale on ITS vessels. Crew thanked Steward Marvin Deloatch and Chief Cook Dimas Rodriguez for very good food. Next port: Stapleton. ITB BALTIMORE (Apex Marine), June 23 — Chairman J. S. Rogers, Secretary Al Holland, Educational Director J. Thompson, Deck Delegate Geoffrey Brecht, Engine Delegate J. Moreno, Steward Delegate G. Hyman. Chairman announced payoff set for June 24 in port of Stapleton, N.Y. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Stapleton. ITB PHILADELPHIA (Apex Marine), June 17 — Chairman V. T. Nielsen, Secretary Glenn C. Bamman, Educa­ tional Director Tom Herbert, Deck Delegate Richard L. Tomas, Engine Delegate R. Vasquez, Steward Delegate Hazel Johnson. Chairman announced vessel would pay off June 24 in port of New York. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer reported $25 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port: New York. l./B£/77y SEA (Liberty Marine), June 18 — Chairman W. R. Dawson, Secretary R. DeBoissiere, Educational Director Maurice White, Deck Delegate Jean Savoce, Steward Delegate Norman Taylor. Chairman advised crew to respect local customs while vessel dock­ ed in Egypt. He said he expected vessel to return to Norfolk, Va. for payoff by July 9. Educational director reminded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Engine delegate reported beef concerning role of DEU. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew thaiiked Steward R. De­ Boissiere, Chief Cook Norman Taylor and GSU J. Smith for jobs well done. Crew also thanked deck and engine departments as best in SIU. Next ports: Alexandria, Egypt and Norfolk. LNG LIBRA (ETC), June 24 — Chair­ man Willie Mitchell, Secretary M. Ruggiero. Educational Director T. Curtis, Deck Delegate Stephen Hill, Steward Delegate Frank Martin. Chairman an­ nounced incinerator had been installed. He said crew must separate tin and glass from items that can be burned. He said crew wiper will handle trash box on star­ board side. He reminded crew to keep forward tunnel door closed. Educational director asked crew to be sure to clean rooms when leaving ship. No beefs or "t: SBffJUaRS LOG MA YAGUEZ(Puerto Rico Marine), June 10 — Chairman Allan A. Rogers, Secretary Jose Ross, Deck Delegate Ralph C. Taylor. Chairman announced vessel would pay off Wednesday, June 13. No beefs or disputed OT reported. bie Steams, Deck Delegate Ervin Bronstein, Steward £)elegate James E. Lewis. Chairman informed members Piney Point is available for family vaca­ tions as well as upgrading. He an­ nounced payoff set for June 24. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted gar­ bage room smells and is unsanitary. Crew reminded to clean up after eating and sort trash into proper containers. NEDLLOYD HUDSON (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 17 — Chairman John NelT, Secretary R. G. Connelly, Educational Director Mike Overgaard, Deck Delegate Charles Mann, Engine Delegate Terry Preston,Steward Delegate Robert Arana. Chairman talked with crew about new contract and about not having alcohol on vessel. En­ gine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew asked con­ tracts department to review increases in pension, cost of living, dental and medi- OMI WABASH (OMl Corp.), June 15 — Chairman Joseph Moore, Secretary Thomas M. Wybo, Educational Direc­ tor Major Smith, Deck Delegate Efstratios Zoubantis, Engine Delegate Jack Hart. Chairman noted some repairs have been completed while other are waiting to be done. He announced payoff in Portsmouth, N.H. Educational director asked company to expedite mail to vessel. He urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer stated $175 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Steward department disputed OT reported. Crew noted things were settling down after leaving shipyard. Next port: Arun, Indonesia, ^possible. On ocmion, because otSpaeei V''" •> •"• jirt?.vr^i''':^''— "'^-" r Welding In Hawaii SIU members who sail out of the Honolulu hall are pictured with Lundeberg School instructor Bill Foley Heft). The Piney Point instructor worked with (from second on left to right) Charlie Cantor, Brian Ortiz and Wick Lothar on all aspects of welding. cal care. Crew also asked contracts thanked for its good food and variety. department to review possibility of per­ Next ports: Portsmouth and Philadelphia. manent members registering at home OVERSEAS MARILYN (Maritime ports. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. Overseas), June 23 — Chairman George OHf/CHARGE/? (OMl Corp.), June 15 Diefenbach, Secretaiy F. Payton. Chair­ — Chairman F. R. Schwarz, Secretary man said he expected to receive details Neville Johnson, Educational Director on new contract at any time. No beefs or Wiley Yarber, Deck Delegate R. disputed OT reported. Crew asked con­ Cooper. Chairman announced crew was tracts department to review dental waiting for telegram about new contract. benefits. Crew asked company to repair He said vessel will be running coastwise door locks as some do not close proper­ for next five years. Secretary asked mem­ ly. Next port: New Orleans. bers to be less wasteful and to place plas­ OFE/7SEAS 0///0 (Maritime Over­ tics where they belong. He urged crew to seas), June 25 — Chairman Richard help slow down destruction of environ­ Wardlaw, Secretary Earl Gray Sr., ment. Educational director urged mem­ Educational Director R. Durand, Deck bers to upgrade at Lundeberg School to Delegate W. Chestnutt, Engine provide maritime industry with qualified Delegate Robert Santos, Steward men. Treasurer reported more than $400 Delegate W. Bloodworth. Chairman in ship's fund and more than 800 movies relayed information from chief mate that onboard. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts depart­ after returning from Panama with load of ment to look into allowing permanent oil, vessel will sit at anchor for few days before getting new orders. No beefs or members to take emergency leave without loss of job. Crew noted ship disputed OT reported. Crew thanked union for Seafarers LOG which mem­ needs to be exterminated. Next ports: bers said they enjoyed reading. Steward Texas City, Texas and Port Everglades, Fla. department thanked for its fine work. Steward Felix Durand thanked galley gang members as being very efficient OMI DYA/AC//EM(OMl Corp.), June and cooperative. Crew concerned about 24 — Chairman Larry L. Kunc, details of new contract and still awaiting Secretaiy Donnie W. Collins, Education­ word on it. Crew asked to have slop sink al Director Paul E. Johnson, Deck fixed on B deck. Next port: Houston. Delegate Timothy J. Olvany, Engine Delegate George F. Damey, Steward RFC EUGENE A. OBREGON (Water­ Delegate Joseph C. Bush. Chairman an­ man Steamship), June 25 — Chairman nounced payoff set for July 7 in Long Jessie D. Foster, Secretary P. D. Hel­ Beach, Calif., then vessel will go into ton, Steward Delegate Albert shipyard in Vancouver, Canada with no Hendrick. Chairman thanked steward layoffs expected. He asked crew to keep department for high standard of cleanli­ ship clean by not placing food in ness and food quality. No beefs or dis­ ashtrays or leaving dishes in lounge. He puted OT reported. Crew asked contracts reminded crew when they signed on they department to look into increase in pen­ acknowledged drinking was not per­ sion payments. Next port: Norfolk, Va. mitted onboard. Secretary urged mem­ ROVER(Ocean Carriers), June 10 — bers to read Seafarers LOG and support Chairman William Lewis, Secretary SPAD. Educational director suggested Lori Fend, Educational Director members upgrade at Piney Point. Robert Bunch, Deck Delegate Solomon Treasurer announced $216 in movie Shields, Steward Delegate Kipp Nestle. fimd. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman reported crew thank^ steward Members reminded gear locker on crew department for job well done! He also deck is not trash room. They also were noted crew's thanks to riding gang for asked to take better care of laundry helping to clean ship from shipyard in room. Steward department thanked for Italy whilp performing daily duties. He job well done. Next port: Long Beach. announced next payoff set for Singapore. OMI HUDSON (Om Corp.), June 17 — Chairman Carrol Heick, Secretaiy Bob^ Continued on pr^e 20 �iriim «SiS«iStt»' m -|«§ill •<-'€r .•CJ^-->«J musrim •M0m 19 ••ii-iiM •'• 'I'-l ii-;.i iV'-.ir Trainee Lifeboat Class 456—Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat class 456 are in the photo at left (front row, left to right) Ivan Stanton, Shane Buckalew, Jamie Rob nson, Michael Jackson, Washington Williams Jr., (second row) instructor Sheila Shug, Richard Suleski, Esteban Luke, Jason McGrew, Scott Kenneth Joseph and Geral Bowman Jr. ........MV ", • Marine Electronics Technician-—These course graduates received a background in analog and digital electronics with emphasis on shipboard circuitry and communications. They are (left to right) instructor Russ Levin, James Musker, Robert Adams, Ida Prange, Tom Elmer andr and Edward Granderson III. Limited Mates—-Graduating members of the limited mates class receive 'V VpKraiierai J^irt:uuai'~^jraauaws> UI um Ufjyiauuid mt^uucti uictod n luiuuo neu to rignt, front row) Arlee Morgan, Jose Feliciano, Charies Rogers, Michael Lefioy Brown, OIlie J. Polk III, Toby Jacobsen, Harry Rousseau, Roland M. Lopez, (second row) instructor Ron Raykowski, Silverio Avila,Joe Casalino, Eric Nobles, Ricardo Ramos, Bryan Allen, Rebecca Posgay, Todd W. Wilson, Thomas Fouike, Anthony /iu:.j —x TI I —Qgry Lamb, Nicholas Baker, Pablo Molina, Steven Firemen, Oilers, Watertenders—FOWT graduates receive training in engine room equipment and procedures, operating auxiliary equipment, watchstanding as well as firefighting and safety techniques. Those receiving the Thomas Flynn, (standing) Karl Leiter, Kevin DeSue, Roger Hammitt, Victor Mull, Demetrius Crump, Louis Mays, Ken Mulderig, Antonio Cubas, Calvin York and instructor Bill Foley. m �f •;}• Sfd^MfP • 20 Continued from page 18 Treasurer stated ship's fund at $87. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew received Seafarers LOG while in England. Members were urged to upgrade at Piney Point. New ice machine will be installed soon. Crew will receive subsistence as air condition­ ing not working. Next ports: Kuwait and Singapore. SAM HOC/SrOA/(Waterman Ship­ ping), June 16 — Chairman H. O. Leake, Secretary C. Rooks, Educational Director Russell W. Zeller. Chairman said crew still awaiting word on new con­ tract. He said crew should use money in ship's fund to acquire new movies and clean VCR. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for its good food. Next ports: Norfolk, Va. and New Orleans. rejtorted good crew and good trip. En­ gine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew asked con­ tracts department for clarification if crewmember is off or not working on holiday, is he entitled to one day's pay. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE (SeaLand Service), June 23 — Chairman L. E. Watson, Secretary F. H. Jackson, Educational Director G. L. Ackley. Chairman said he had not received specifics on new contract. Educational director reminded mentbers to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer noted $200 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Ship's radio has been missing since January when it was taken ashore for repairs. Vote of thanks issued to steward department. ?' i' j' \ East Meets West Lundeberg School Vice President Ken Conklin, second from left, joins the Hawaii union officials behind the counter. They are, from the left: John J. Arnold, safety director; Conklin; Roy Aldanese, Port Rep, and Tommy Fay, port agent. SEA-LAND ATLANTICiSea-Land Ser­ vice), June 17 — Chairman Willoughby C. Byrd, Secretary J. Rivera, Education­ al Director Richard Williams. Chair­ man reported all was running smoothly and vessel will pay off in Houston on June 25. Educational director reminded members to take advantage of education­ al opportunities at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported lounge needs two new chairs. Steward department thanked for Job well done. Crew thanked for keeping messroom clean. Next ports: Charleston, S.C., Houston and Port Everglades and Jacksonville, Fla. SEA-LAND CONSUMER (Sea-Land Service), June 4 — Chairman William Mortier, Secretary A. Romero. Chair­ man announced new coffee pot had been delivered. Treasurer reported $300 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew requested new television as old one broken. Steward department thanked for its fine job. ••' •'" ' '?Y:' I SEA-LAND MARINER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 29 — Chairman A. R. McCree, Secretary P. P. Lopez, Educational Director J. R. Speckman, Deck Delegate R. McGonagle, Engine Delegate E. F. Gobch, Steward Delegate R. Davis. Chairman reported trip was one of worst he and fellow deck depart­ ment members had made. Secretary thanked crew for keeping lounge clean: Treasurer announced $97 in ship's fund for barbecue. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thaiiked by crew. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SGT. WILLIAM R. BUTTON (Amsea), June 18 — Chairman F. Rankin, Secretary K. White, Deck Delegate J. Ray, Steward Delegate H. Hollings. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for breakdown of how EPA monies are adjusted and distributed each year. Steward department thanked for a job well done. Next ports: Pearl Harbor, Hawaii and Port Townsend, Wash. SEA-LAND DISCOVERY (Sea-hmd Service), June 10 — Chairman Harry Fisher, Secretary J. R. Collis, Educa­ tional Director S. Miller, Deck Delegate Pedro Torres, Engine Delegate Pedro Gago, Steward Delegate Roherto Es­ cobar. Chairman said crew was waiting to hear about new contract. Secretary reported vote of thanks given to steward department. Deck delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Ship will pay off upon arrival in Elizabeth, N.J. Next ports: Elizabeth and San Juan. AMERICAN CORMORANT(Pacific Gulf Marine), July 1 —Chairman Ver­ non Huelett, Secretary Susanne Cake. Chairman announced new dryer had been received. He told crew standard freightship and tanker agreements had changed, but the one for their company remains intact. Treasurer noted $65 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Seafarers LCXJs passed out to crewmembers. Bosun asked that more in­ formation other than LOG be sent to Diego Garcia. New toaster needed for crew mess. Steward department thanked for fine work. Second deck crew thanked for chipping in to keep it clean. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Service), June 17 — Chairman E. Cary Jr., Secretary R. C. Aghulos, Education­ al Director J. Ashley, Deck Delegate Thomas Schroeder, Engine Delegate Leonardo Papa, Steward Delegate E. Nicolas. Chairman stressed importance of practicing safety and fire prevention onboaid ship at all times. He also urged members to take advantage of courses Lundeberg School has to offer. Secretary BROOKS RANGE (lOM), July 2 — Chairman M. G. Gutierrez, Secretary Paul Burke, Deck Delegate A. R. Alwaseem. Engine Delegate Gehar Oghe, Steward Delegate Elizabeth Killian. Chairman announced vessel would pay off in Long Beach, Calif. He thank^ declcdepartment for keeping ship in good shape and steward department for working in Portland, Ore. shipyard for serving with many extra people aboard. r No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to review time needed to acquire vacation and pen­ sion. Next port: Long Beach. /WGE/? (Sealift, Inc.), July 4 — Chair­ man Stanley Jandora, Secretary Ralph Thomas, Deck Delegate Winston Dodson. Engine Delegate L. L. Holhert, Steward Delegate C. Griffin. Chairman said crew was waiting to receive specifics of new contract. He reported all going smoothly. He urged members to practice safety first and test tanks for suf­ ficient oxygen before entering. No beefs or disputed OT reported. LIBERTY SEA (Liberty Marine), July 7 — Chairman William Dawson, Secretary R. DeBosissiere, Educational Director John Cooper, Deck Delegate Jean Savoce, Steward Delegate Nor­ man Taylor. Chairman asked for clarification of DEU role on vessel. He announced ship would be paying off in Norfolk, Va. Vocational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and contribute to SPAD. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew requested new dryer for crew's laundry. Crew thanked Bosun William Dawson and deck department crew as tops in union. Crew also thanked black gang as best in SIU. Special vote of thanks given to Chief Steward R. DeBoissiere, Chief Cook Norman Taylor and GSU James Smith for food and service Waldorf Astoriastyle. Next port: Norfolk. LIBERTY SPIRIT (Liberty Maritime), July 1 — Chairman G. Gather, Secretary Edward Tinsley. Chainnan said he had not received any word from headquarters about contract. He noted steward was sick for seven days. Treasurer announced $35 in movie fund. Deck and engine delegates reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward delegate. Several crewmembers were getting sick because of cooking old food. LNG LEO(ETC), July 8 — Chairman James Garner, Secretary R. Adams, Deck Delegate John Graham, Engine Delegate Mark Freeman, Steward Delegate Alex Bonefont. Educational director reminded members to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer noted $398 in ship's fund. Deck and engine delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by steward delegate. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Next port: Nagoya, Japan. MA KAGC/EZ(Puerto Rico Marine), July 15 — Chairman Allan Rogers, Secretary Jose Ross, Educational Direc­ tor Kenneth L. Hart, Deck Delegate Ralph Taylor, Engine Delegate Mario Letman. Chairman announced payoff scheduled for July 18 in New York. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: New York. MOBILE (Apex Marine), July 1 — Chairman Antonios Trikoglou, Secretary William Rohles, Deck , Delegate Gregorio Ortiz, Engine Delegate Patrick McNamara, Steward Delegate Frank Tirado. Chairman an­ nounced payoff on July 2. He said every­ thing was running smoothly. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: St. Croix. saoKERSioe waiting to hear from headquarters. No disputed OT reported. Crew reported continued problems with stack gas caus­ ing members to have headaches and ir­ ritated eyes and sore throats. Crew thanked galley gang, especially Chief Cook Robert Arana and Steward Assis­ tant E. Verveniotis. OMI COLUMBIA (OMl Corp.), July 9 — Chairman Ernest Duhon, Secretary C. R. Moss, Educational Director Steven D. Bower, Deck Delegate Josefino Casugay, Engine Delegate Vernon Edwards, Steward Delegate Isidro Santiago. Chairman announced new standard agreement was posted. He said patrolman visiting ship on July 13 payoff would answer any questions. Secretary reported all was going smooth­ ly. Educational director encouraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer noted more than $1,000 in ship's fund. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew wanted to know if they can have coffee break on tank watch. Crew reminded to return tools after using them. Members offered vote of thanks for new contract. QMI MISSOURI (OMI Corp.), My 10 — Chairman William Cronan, Secretary C. M. Davalie, Deck Delegate Jimmie Dufore, Steward Delegate Maicolm Thompson. Chairman stressed im­ portance of SPAD donations in interest of job security. He urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Next port: New Or­ leans. OVERSEAS BOSTON (Maritime Overseas), July 8 — Chairman Paul Grepo, Secretary Lincoln Finn, Engine Delegate O. E. Hines, Steward Delegate G. R. Lee. Chairman announced payoff set for Long Beach, Calif, where mem­ bers can ask patrolman about new con­ tract. Secretary asked crew to put food items away when finished eating. Educa­ tional director reminded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reminded to keep doors and portholes closed when air conditioning is on. Members asked if mail could be forwarded from port to port rather than receiving it monthly. Galley gang thanked for good service and food. Next port: Long Beach. OVERSEAS HARRIETTS (Maritime Overseas), July 8 ^ Chairman J. J. Wil­ liams, Secretary V. Sanchez Jr., Engine Delegate Wilhert Miller Jr., Steward Delegate Curtis Brodnax. Chairman said he still had no word where ship would payoff. He said everyone got along well and hoped the next crew also would. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward delegate asked com­ pany to supply launch service to comply with galley working hours. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. OVERSEAS l/ALDEZ(Maritime Over­ seas), July 8 — Chairman Peter Platania, Secretary V. Pierre, EducaContinued on page 21 NEDLLOYD HOLLAND (Sea-Land Service), July 1 — Chairman Richard Darville, Secretary K. De\Vitt, Deck Delegate Herbert Thrower, Engine Delegate Manuel Rodriguez, Steward Delegate Frank DiCarlo Jr. Chairman reported offensive smell emanating from room drain. Treasurer announced $43 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. NEDLLOYD HUDSON (Sea-Land Ser- ^ vice), July 15 — Chainnan John Neff, Secretary R. G. Connolly, Educational Director Mike Overgaard, Engine Delegate Terry Preston, Steward Delegate Robert Arana. CJiairman talked with crew about drug testing and ban on alcohol ontoard. He said ship is A Familiar Face Rob Reiner, left, an upgrader and graduate of the Lundeberg School, gets a warm greeting from the school's vice president. Ken Conklin, when he was out in Hawaii. • Jgip ji.v, 'If �/.h, •: ••"''.X--.ri't»i'j^tf^V*« r r-' I'^j r-'•'• ••'••: '=•. •-'^ ^ yr\ '\^-, y.\^-,-:<r:'•-:• ~U t. •.-k:;-;,v.;-; r, • ContUmedfrom page 20 MMl I ' - -, : 1 tional Director M. Scinto, Engine Delegate Greg Linkous, Steward Delegate Gualberto Mirado. Chairman said new washers and dryer had been promised on three different occasions, but nothing has been done. He stated no dryer is working and washers are break­ ing down constantly. He said new mat­ tresses also needed in certain rooms and steward would order new ones or trade with those in extra rooms. He armounced two new ice machines were ordered and should be installed when ship pays off July 11 in San Diego. He advised depart­ ing crewmembers to clean their rooms. He added repair list had been completed and given to captain. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Captain armounced more than $300 available for new video cassettes. Next port: San Diego. PONCE (Puerto Rico Marine), July 1 — Chairman Donald Wagner, Secretary Joseph Kundrat, Secretary E. Frederickson, D^k Delegate William Carney, Engine Delegate Valentin Mar­ tinez. Chairman reminded crew of captain's order that no women are per­ mitted on vessel. He said ship will be on 28-day pay schedule. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew reported patrol­ man visited ship to explain new contract. Crew complained tiling of deck had not been accomplished as promised. Mem­ bers'asked to keep pantry and recreation rooms clean and to separate garbage. Next ports: San Juan and Jacksonville, Fla. ••Mii • ''"ji. • SEA FOX(Crowley Maritime), July 1 — Chairman Theodore Wallace, Secretary Walter Mosley, Deck Delegate H. Charles, Steward Delegate S. Anthoni. Secretary noted he had not received key to movie locker nor did he know how much money was in movie fund. Deck delegate reported beef about watches and work rules. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Members reminded they need drug card to ship. SEA-LAND CONSUMER iSea-Lmd Service), July 2 — Chairman B. Mortier, Secreta^ A. Romero. Chairman stated crew television still being ' repaired. Treasurer armounced $163 in ship's fiind. Deck delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew voted in favor of new contract, saying they were very happy with it. SEA-LAND DISCOVERYiSca-Land Service), July 8 — Chairman Harry Fisher, Secretary Jose Collis, Education­ al Director S. Miller, Deck Delegate Pedro Tbrres, Engine Delegate Sima Fadilla, Steward Delegate Roberto Es­ cobar. Chairman said he would talk with patrolman before payoff because captain will not make new pay scale retroactive. Secretary offered vote of thanks to all union officials, especially President Michael Sacco, for best contract in years. Educational director armounced black gang as happy with new contract as others on vessel. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for fine work. Next ports: Elizabeth, N.J. and San Juan. ^-• •kk'k kk,:^k^kak,S;iS54<-ife SEA-LAND FREEDOM (Sea-Land Service), July 7 — Chairman Garry D. Walker, Secretary Clare Crane, Educa­ tional Director D. Compeau. Chairman advised crew of payoff on July 8 and Coast Guard inspection next day. He asked contracts department to look into sending letters to crewmembers when I time is up. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked company for smoke detectors in rooms and extension of fuel oil tank vents for health and safety reasons. Crew offered its best to Chief Electrician Danny Compeau who is retiring after this trip. Vote of thanks given to steward department for great barbecues. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND INTEGRITY (Sea-Land Service), July 8 — Chairman C. James, Secretary John Samuel, Engine Delegate Joseph Spell, Steward Delegate Charles Hall. Chairman asked those members with problems to bring them up during meeting. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew asked enough linens be placed onboard to take care of 35-day voyage. Crew asked contracts department to review increase in main­ tenance and cure. Steward department thanked for job well done. SEA-LAND NA VIGATOR(Sea-Land Service), July 1 — Chairman Salvatore Shriglio, Secretary John J. Alamar, Educational Director Kassem Ahdulla.' Chairman stated ship has had no com­ munication about new contract and pay raises. Secretary thanked members for keeping recreation room and crew areas clean. He announced the ship's fimd needs money for gas for barbecues. Educational director urged members to take classes available to members at Lun- deberg School.Treasurer reported 12 new movies onboard and $21 left in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT rqwited. Crew requested new television, book cases and curtains for crew quarters. Next ports: Oakland, Calif, Honolulu and Guam. SEA-LAND VOYAGER (Sea-Land Service), July 8 — Chairman J. A. Lewis, Secretary C. Gibson, Education­ al Director R. Risheck, Deck Delegate Frank Timmons, Engine Delegate Ronald Koski, Steward Delegate Mike Buhaker. Chairman announced every­ thing running smoothly. He thanked the galley gang for good work and reminded members to clean their rooms when they leave vessel. Treasurer noted $1(X) in movie fund. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and engine delegates. Steward delegate asked contracts depart­ ment to review OT for three-man crew. Crew thanked steward department for fine food. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. tf t i '• . -• '® .J* I? I-' •} SUGAR ISLANDER (Pacific Gulf Marine), July 10 — Chairman W. Davis, Secretary L. Frazier, Educational Direc­ tor C. Hall. Chairman thanked steward department for great service and all of­ ficers for clean operations. Secretary thanked Chief Cook Isaac Gordon for his fine food. Deck delegate urged mem­ bers to be careful and report safety viola­ tions. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Galley gang thanked crew for helping keep ship clean. Vj;>' Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitu­ tion of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific pro­ vision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitu­ tion requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accounts every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secre­ tary-Treasurer. A yearly finance commit­ tee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each year of the firiances of the Union and re­ ports fully their findings and recommenda­ tions. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recom­ mendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accord­ ance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these fimds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their al­ ternates. All expenditures and disburse­ ments of trust funds are made only upon qrproval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fimd financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust fimds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's ship­ ping rights and seniority are protected ex­ clusively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know theirshipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or senior­ ity rights as contained in the contracts be­ tween the Union and the employers, they shoitld notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receijrt requested. "Hie proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Sprites, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are avail^le to members at all times,eidier by writing directly to the Union or to die Seafarers Appeals Board. , V'. •••• v- "-i' CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU con­ tracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and condiUons under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for over­ time (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper marmer. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect theircontract rights properly, they should contact the nearest SIU port agenf EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposesof any individual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publish­ ing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This estab­ lished policy has been reaffirmed by mem­ bership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. • EQUAL RIGHTS. All members aire guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Conse­ quently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no cir­ cumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt, hi the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be m^e without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such pay­ ment, this should immediately be report^ to Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL AC­ TIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation of fur­ thering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advance­ ment of trade union concepts. In connec­ tion with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elec­ tive office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimina­ tion, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of emplo)anent. If a con­ tribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the con­ tribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A mem­ ber should support SPAD to protect and further his economic, political and social interests, and American trade union con­ cepts. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitutimi are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constituticMi so as to familiarize themselves widi its contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to dqnive him or her of any constitutional fight or obligation by any tfiediods such as If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitu­ tional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. "- W : -•a?.. S • 'f'-'ri ' W' •.lib 1^ 1 Hie SIU has crated a new t-shirt design which is available to all our members on a first-come, first-served basis. The shirte fea­ ture the SIU logo in fiiU color on the front and "Politics is Porkchops** cartoon in blue on the back. They are American-made. Please fill out the applica­ tion below and mall It to: Joseph DiOiorgio, Secietary-Treasiuer Seafarers btemational Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 •••••••••••baaaaaaaaaaeeaaaaaaeaa :NAME ADDRESS • CITY, STATE, ZIP : s. s. # :BOOK# RATING •PHONE# ; T-SHIRT SIZE (circle one) S M L XL m- •' �/T- 22 SlAFARHtS LOG DEEP SEA MARK FITZPATRICK MICHAEL A. BORIS Hp, ||SS|?#^:.^ IP-, Michael A. Boris, 74, passed away June 9. A native of United, Pa., he served in the Navy from 1935 to 1945. Brother Boris joined the Seafarers in April 1946 in the port of Baltimore. He sailed in the steward department until he retired in June 1986. LLOYD CALLAWAY Lloyd Callaway, 73, died July 3. Brother Callaway was a charter member of the SIU, having joined in October 1938 in his native Mobile, Ala. He sailed in the deck department before he started drawing his pension in May 1982. JOSE DEHESA t'-p;';::: 'MP:.'-''-'• TfriVv Jose Dehesa, 88, passed away June 12. Bom in the Philip­ pines, he joined the union in December 1944 in the port of New York. The galley gang member was part of the crew of the SS Steel Architect to be given a safety award for keeping the vessel accident free in the first half of 1960. Brother Dehesa began receiv­ ing his pension in July 1968. Mark Fitzpatrick, 68, died June 23. He w^ bom in New Jer­ sey and served in the Navy from 1942 to 1945. Brother Fitzpatrick joined the Seafarers in August 1947 in the port of New York. He sailed in the engine department before retiring in December 1986. JUAN GONZALEZ Juan Gon­ zalez, 87, passed away July 8. A na­ tive of Havana, Cuba, he joined the SIU in June 1950 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Gon­ zalez shipped in the steward department. He started drawing his pension in July 1968. WILLIAM H. HARRELL William H.Harrell, 79, died June 17. He was bom in Wind­ sor, N.C. and joined the union in May One hand for yon One band fOPtbe Shin "Look, Ma, no handsl" is cute when a child shows off, but not when an adult does It. Having both hands free may sound like a great Idea to get work done faster. But sdl It takes Is one fall from a ladder or down a flight of steps and no work will get done. Heuidralls are located where they are for a purpose: your safety. Use them. Leave the bal­ ancing acts for the acrobats. iels Ireflp ft Iftat wayf 1946 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Brother Harrell was a mem­ ber of the black gang. He started collecting his pension in December 1975. LOWELL E. HARRIS Lowell E. Harris, 78, passed away July 13. The North Caro­ lina native joined the Seafarers in June 1947 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. Brother Harris sailed in the steward department be­ fore retiring in June 1972. DOMINGO JARTIN Domingo Jartin, 88, died July 8. Bom in Spain, he joined the SIU in June 1943 in the port of Boston. Brother Jartin sailed in the engine department. He started collecting his pension in December 1968. HOWARD LOVELLETTE Howard Lovellette, 58, passed away July 3. He was bom in Corpus Christi, Texas and served in the Air Force in 1951. Brother Lovellette joined the union in Octo­ ber 1955 in the port of New Orleans. His early years as a galley gang member were spent sailing on Cities Ser­ vice tankers. He started draw­ ing his pension in September 1989. ODDJANOLSEN Odd Jan Olsen, 67, died Oc­ tober 27,1989. A native of Harstad, Norway, he joined the Seafarers in January 1962 in the port of New York. Brother Olsen shipped in the engine department and retired in Octoter 1980. the galley gang and retired in January 1981. FRANCIS J. SYLVIA Francis J. Sylvia, 66, passed away July 5. Brother Sylvia was bom in Taunton, Mass. He joined the Seafarers in Febmary 1946 in the port of New York. He sailed as a QMED until he started collecting his pension in July 1985. INLAND MICHAEL L. COLLINS Michael L. Collins, 32, died June 15. The Au­ rora, Colo, na­ tive gradu­ ated from the Lundeberg School in Febm­ ary 1978. Boatman Collins up­ graded his engine department ratings at Piney Point in 1979, 1981 and 1983. He was an ac­ tive member at the time of his death. KEVIN HOUSLEY Kevin Housley, 30, passed away June 17. A native of Carbonale. 111., he graduated from the Lundeberg School in De­ cember 1979. He was noted in his class records as being "the type of student that gives the school a good name." Boatman Housley was an active member at the time of his death. JOHN NICHOLSON John Nich­ olson, 75, died Jime 21. Bom in Eng­ land, he joined the Seafarers in June 1957 in the port of Baltimore. Boatman Nicholson worked in the engine department for Cur­ tis Bay Towing. His wife, Mariel, survives him. GREAT LAKES EDWARD KWIATKOWSKI Edward Kwiatkow-ski, 65, passed away June 5. A na­ tive of Michigan, he joined the SIU during 1957 in the port of Duluth, Minn. Brother Kwiatkowski sailed in the en­ gine department. He retired shortly before his death. DARRELL L. WELLS Darrell L. Wells, 84, died June 30. He was bom in Illinois and joined the union in June I960 in the port of Detroit. Brother Wells sailed in the deck depart­ ment. He started drawing his pension in August 1970. ATLANTIC FISHERMEN ANTHONY FALAZOLA Anthony Palazola, 70, passed away June 10. After serving in the Army Air Force from 1942 to 1945, Brother Palazola joined the Seafarers in Decem­ ber 1961 in his native Glouces­ ter, Mass. He retired in November 1983. RAILROAD MARINE JAMES EATON SR. James Eaton Sr., 77, died July 7. The Illi­ nois na­ tive joined the Seafar­ ers in July 1960 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Eaton worked as a bar­ geman for the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad before he retired in May 1975. FRANK A. RADZVILA Frank A. Radzvila, 76, passed away July 2. The Pennsylva­ nia native was a charter member of the SIU. He joined in December 1938 in the port of New York. Brother Radzvila sailed in the steward depart­ ment before he started receiv­ ing his pension in Febmary 1983. GEORGE A. ROSHOLT George A. Rosholt, 74, died July 19. Bom in New Yoric, he served in the Army from 1945 to 1956. Brother Rosholt joined the union in Febmary 1976 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. He sailed in Seafarers Welfare Plan Notice COBRA: Continuation Health Coverage Seafarers or their dependents who have lost eligibility for health care coverage under the rules and regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, may be eligible to purchase, at a premium, welfare coverage directly from the plan. Seafarers who have lost their eligibility for plan coverage must notify the plan office immediately to find out whether or not they or their dependents may elect to continue benefits under this program. To obtain more information about this program. Seafarers may call the membership services office at: 1-800-CLAIMS-4 (1-800-252-4674) or may write to: COBRA Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. ft-*,-' (The April 1989 edition of the Seafarers LOG contains a com­ plete description of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Recon­ ciliation Act—or COBRA—program.) s' ; 1 �musrmo I ' '? ^ -'.:-. •'' ' :,• UP6IIADING C0UR5S SCHtDUU ;1iF -I" M Ai|nMs 4n SMimf to tovnm M OSb ftSUHuftm 4W to Amto toe tomiinii MwiNiM hAnftir ' l'" V^1 :-.i,iL'.;i iJ-,^i| ".-"• '11 Ji.. '-'vL, ., 's' , - -V5 , , •Cibiirse''''':'-''! . ••"v Check-In '/I'" ..'I''Date ; 1. Completion Date ;>a,bV. September 17 December 7 October 29 December? All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. •: Jhimprcmm Maintenance & Operatiens Oc^ December ? Marine ilectrlcai October 1 November 23 Diesel Engine Technology October 1 6ctober 26 Hydraulics October 1 October 26 All students in the Engine Dep have d two-M>eek Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular c<>urse; ...... . The Adult Educmion courses listed ait six weeks in length. Ched(-In Coitii^etioh Course Date .DUfe' High Sdiool Equivaleiicy (GED) October 29 Decendier 8 Adult Bai4c Education (ABE) October 29 December 7 English as a Second Lai^age (ESL) September 10 October 19 October 29 Decenrti«p7 Up§m^msX0iii^s Check-In Completion Coor^ Date Date Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker All open-ended (contact admissioins Chief Cook, Chief Steward office for starting date) All students in the Steward Program will have d two-week Sealift Famil­ iarization class at the end of their regular course. •~i : Completion Dale November 5 ; QMED-Any Rating Fireman/Watertender and Oiler •'life: PMUp§i^ ,., . i» .• Check-In :1:'.'"l;tafe •' September 24 fngm ilpipa^ Cranes • ••• . : -ilblillifeli' Check-In Comiil^on ^ f Course Date :-Date' Able Seaman September 17 Ocfariwr 26 November 12 December 21 Ail students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class pr^ i to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Tlflriboabnan September 14 Octtdier 1 October 12 October 29 November-llil Nbvembnr 26 December 7 December 24 January 4 Ship Handling October 8 October 19 December 3 December 14 Radar Observer Unlimited Octiriber 1 Oct(d)er5 November ;K November 30 Limited License S^tember 17 November 23 Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must be taken. • I-r-i R^rtiHttAion Prognms Course Bosun Recertification September-December 1990 itlie fo the current course schedule for September-December 1990 at the Seafafers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's needs. PLEASE NOTE: All members are required to take ftr^ghting when attending the Lundeberg School. ; ':•._ K;, . ' Developmental Sbidies September 10 September 14 ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Coiurse October 8 October 1<» •1^1 •iffl Umlebeig Sitbool SNf ^udf Comses •fc': Take advantage of the opportunity to increase your knowledge through the Lundeberg School's self study courses. The materials are prepared in a straight-forward, easy-to-understand manner. Please send the materials checked ttelow: W Sfdl tjmnhi Oil Spill Prevention & Contajbineiit (1 week) ••••v.':, ! •:>' I ' September 7 -- October 5 November 2 December 14 Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Sept^ber 3 October 1 October 29 December 10 FULL 8-wedk Sessions August 6 tiirmigh Se|rtember 28 Name- §m§0i October 15 throui^ December 7 (Last) Date of Birth- (Middle) (First) Address. Mo./Day/Year (Street) r-f' • . . '^.- • •^-'•>^s^ • i | } \ fej I -,.1 I ,1 'V, I II UPGUUUNG APPUanON • ,•• •."'fib; ! (City) (Sute) Telephone. (Zip Code) (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application .will not be processed. • No • • • ENGUSH: Writing Skills Grammar Books • Writing Business Letters • STUDY SKILLS Ustening Skills • How To Improve Your MemoryD How To Use Textbooks • Study Habits • Test Anxiety • Test Taking Tactics • Stress Management • NotetaMng Know-How • COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS 4 'vfe • Name. Address. Telephone T ) Social Security #. Cut out this coupon and mall to: .W",; Adult Education Department; Seafarers Harry Lundetierg School of Seamianshlp; Piney Point, Maryland 20674 With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. RATING DATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE I Am interested in the Following Course(s) Checked Below or Indicated Here if Not Listed Are you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: If yes, which program: From • Yes GNo to Last grade of school completed. (dates anended) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses: • Yes • No If yes, course(s) Taken Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? Q Yes • No If yes, how many weeks have you completed? Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement: • Yes • No Fireflghting: • Yes • No CPR: • Yes • No Date Available for training ——— — DATE. Home PorL Endorsement(s) or License(s) Now Held Primary Language Spoken • • • SOCIAL STUDIES Geography U.S. History Economies SIGNATURE. DepartmenL Seniority • Yes • • • • • Book#. Social Security #. U.S. Citizen: MATH Fractions Decimals Percents Algebra Geometry Trigonoinetry (Plane) (Spherical) —^— DECK • AB/Sealift • 1st Class Pilot • Third Mate • Radar Observer Unlimited • Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation G Simulator Course ENGINE G FOWT G QMED-Any Rating G Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) • Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation Q Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel G Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor G Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems • Automation G Hydraulics ID Marine Electronics Technician G G G G G STEWARD Assistant Cook Utility Cook and Baker Chief Cook Chief Steward Towboat Inland Cook ALL DEPARTMENTS G Welding G Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) •iV ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT G Adult Basic Education (ABE) G High School Equivalency' Program (GED) G Developmental Studies (DVS) G English as a Second Language (ESLI G ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation COLLEGE PROGRAM G Associates in Arts Degree G Certificate Programs No trwsportatiM wlB br paid RETURN COMPLETED APPUCATION TO; Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Unradu* Center. Fiaey Feint. MD. 20674 8/90 p' �m •i SEA^MOXeS • I ^ I l^'-": • -•"" ''>^._".-';"v.-. •r 1 r^l Volume 52, Number 8 ./Sil August 1990 4\[ P-'SV- -. ^•1. i n From Oklahoma City to Piney Point Seafarer Pedals Across the Country To Upgrade at Union Training School f:. w Iv,. jfe'sKtmp: ISliS r"&K5,i The St. Louis Arch—symbol of the Gateway to the West—provides a beautiful backdrop for the traveling Terry McKee and his bicycle. When Terry McKee rolled through the entrance gate of the Seafarers Hairy Lundeberg School of Seamanship, he did not realize the commotion he would create. McKee was the first person to pedal a Wcycle from Oklahoma City to Piney Point in order to upgrade his able bodied seaman's rating at the school. "The word was out the day after I arrived," McKee recently told a reported for theSeafarers LOG. "My roommate at the school asked me how I came in. I told him on my bike. He couldn't believe it and the next morning told eveiyone he talked with." Although he lives in Phoenix, Ariz., McKee started this journey in the Sooner State because his sister was getting married there. He flew with his specially equipped mountain bike, which is a lowriding, multi-geared two wheeler with thick knobby tires, to Ok­ lahoma City and proceeded along the old U.S. Route 66 toward Cin­ cinnati. McKee noted most of the high­ way made famous by song and television has been destroyed but parts of it still exist as a historical monument. In Missouri, the road disappeared altogether. "I like to travel the backroads when I can. Biking is great because you can see what you want to see and travel at yoiu- own pace." When he reached Cincinnati where he planned to stay a few nights, he called the school to dis­ cover his classes were delayed one month. Because of foul weather, he spent some extra days in Cincin­ nati, then took off east along the Ohio River. "T started reading the historical markers and discovered a lot of Civil War history. I never w^as in­ terested in it before, but I had the time SO I followed them." He spent a couple of days in Lewisburg, W.Va. while it played host to a Civil War reenactment, the first McKee had witnessed. "The people involved live, eat and dress just as the people did back then. It was fascinating." He pedalled across the Ap­ palachian Mountains, following the old Chesapeake and Ohio Canal to Harpers Feny, W.Va. He also hiked down the Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline Drive in the Virginias to the Washington, D.C. area where he arrived Memorial Day weekend. In the nation's capital, McKee camped with the Rolling Thunder Motorcycle Club during their an- Help Locate This Missing Child Stephanie Smith J:''---.:?,v.I';:.;-; nual tribute to Vietnam veterans, POWs and MIAs at the memorial wall. The merchant mariner had the only non-motorized bike in the group. They made him an honor^ niember, dubbing him "Quiet Thunder." Finally, he made his way to Piney Point. The lengthy trip is nothing new for McKee. "I've always liked to travel. I've ridden off and on all my life. In high school, I had a car but I rode my bike to school." McKee claimed he is "a lazy person" be­ cause the only exercise he gets is riding his bike. He does not do any special routines when he is on a ship. "When I get home, I get the bike out and start riding. In a few days, I'm in shape to travel." McKee said each trip he takes is his favorite. Among his journeys have been trips up the Pacific coast into Canada, across the Rocky . Mountains and through Florida and some Gulf states. He said he likes to visit zoos and museums because of all the things he can learn. I His bike weighs about 100 pounds with the clothes, camping gear and water he takes. He travels between 50 and 100 miles a day. Last year, he logged more than 6,000 miles. He has been in several accidents where cars did not pay attention to his having the right of way, includ­ ing one in downtown Fort Lauder­ dale, Fla, where he hit the highway so hard it cracked his helmet and knocked him out. He is a firm believer in using helmets on bicycles and motorcycles. McKee's goal is to bike around the world. Thanks to his jobs through the SIU, he already has travelled in Europe and Japan. He does not take his wheels with him when he ships. "It's easier to buy a used one over there," he said. "Then I'll sell it. If I can't, I'll give it to some kid who would like it." His interest in travel led him to the sea in 1973. "Where else can you see the world, get your food and lodging free and get paid for it. I love it!" The National Center for Miss­ ing and Exploited Children is seek­ ing the help of Seafarers in locating 17-year-old Stephanie Smith. Smith disappeared May 31, 1989 from Cincinnati, Ohio. She stood 5 feet, 8 inches tall, had hazel eyes and curly brown hair ^d weighed 113 pounds when she was last seen. She is believed to be in the company of a 25-year-old male companion. Applications Avaiiable For Union's 1991 Schoiarship Program Hllsa Applications are now avail­ able at union halls around the country for the 1991 Seafarers Scholarship Program. Sons and daughters of Seafarers, as well as interested SIU members, may apply. ' Four scholarships of $15,000 paid in four install­ ments are open to dependents of SIU members. Seafarers can apply for two scholarships of $6,000 and one of $15,000, also to be paid in yearly incre­ ments. Completed applications are dueby April 15,1991. .SclM>lafship Prannm ' " "-i"i - " abefs and Their Oependeau •Jhii': 5'"'' Pick up scholarship applica­ tion materials at any union hall or by requesting a copy from: Scholarship Prograin Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 In requesting the materials, give the name of Seafarer in­ volved and his or her book number. Also indicate whether the application is for self or de­ pendent, and provide address and telephone number. Anyone with information about the young woman should contact the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children at (800)843-5678 or the Sharonville (Ohio) Police Department at (513)563-1147. For more than a year, the Seafarers LOG has published photographs of young people who are reported as missing by the Na­ tional Center. • V. '' ' 1 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource August 1990 Description An account of the resource Headlines: DOUBLE HULL LEGISLATION IS SIGNED BY PRESIDENT U.S.-FLAG SHIPS DEPLOYED IN GULF CRISIS CONGRESS DEFEATS PREFERENCE ATTACK SEAFARERS MEET DEMANDS FOR EXTRA VESSEL MANNING FATIGUE, UNDERMANNING CITED AS FACTORS IN VALDEZ SPILL SIU, MMP, SEA-LAND, FARRELL OBJECT TO LYKES SCHEME FOR NEW SUBSIDY ILL-FATED FABC HAS HISTORY OF PROBLEMS MARITIME BELONGS OUT OF GATT TRADE TALKS IN RESPONSE TO JUDGE'S ORDER USCG ISSUES NEW TEST RULES AMERICAN STEAMSHIP'S BUFFALO ROAMS LAKES SIU CREW WORKS HARD TO KEEP OVERSEAS OHIO RUNNING SMOOTHLY MILITARY'S HOSPITAL SHIP READIED FOR PERSIAN GULF DUTY SEAFARERS MEET MANNING NEEDS SIU CREW WORKS HARD TO KEEP OVERSEAS OHIO RUNNING SMOOTHLY SKILLED SIU CREWS KEEP G&H TUGS MOVING SAFELY SHIPS' BALLAST WATER COMING UNDER SCRUTINY AB REINER'S FIRST NOVEL IS A BLOCKBUSTER SEAFARER PEDALS ACROSS THE COUNTRY TO UPGRADE AT UNION TRAINING SCHOOL Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 8/1/1990 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 52, No. 8 1990 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/c20779c71c353ef882966748ede19fa4.PDF 2000fcb776a3fb1dd00c9e3032ebd26e PDF Text Text SlU to Man 3 More Cable Ships IMifNAtldNiL UNION • ATUNTICr^, LAKES ANOINUND Wi Page 5 la • AFI-CIO SEAmREHS '-m U September 1990 Volume 52, Number 9 -5 w'V- Seafarers in Operation Desert Shieid lyj'm We're The Goods! nr :• • I The Mix of SiU-Manned Ships of the Merchant And Miiitary Fieet Arriving in Saudi Arabia From the ^ Jhe SlU-manned USNS Algol CommerCiel discharges tanks p|00t From the Ready Reserve Force MSG Prepositioning Ships for the armed forces iAVi .y y/ • i /iste .r « mrwr operation Desert Shield. • 't. . fta hySv;9.-y .,. , .. . -- -• •'.¥ Fast Sealift Ships K .r, ^•/-:. • •• Hospital Ship /. ; T-AVB'S .f If: IRv r ill '-> 'M '• ^ 'if' 'rf'- ••?r' ^g iA,-:S'; LMi Seen Around the World Millions of TV viewers saw Seafarers on the Noble Star anchored in the Persian Gulf sending a message home. The photo above is from an ABC News broadcast. Ready for Service Young men who have signed on with the SlU board the bus that will take them to the Seafarers Harry Lundeburg School. The union's training facility immediately increased enrollment to meet the sudden surge in shipping needed to meet the logistical needs of the military in Operation Desert Shield. �''•;'y ' -lis'. • ' . , . ii^^'JEK^. V''' •••• X wmm. flSP ViA^ . SIAFARCRS LOQ ' • • • -r ;X5| f Truly the Fourth Arm of Defense Ipii '.• i-.-. -:• f '•' :C:V^ •/'•; •s-ri','"' •: K..' •' ^ '• :' "iJ .'t '• - "• i v/i -,z E',' ..- As the U.S. Desert Shield operation in the Persian Gulf area moved into its second month, the SIU continued to meet the almost overwhelming need for crews to man the wide range of U.S.-flag ships carrying supplies and materiel to the front lines. With the U.S. and the United Nations thrust suddenly into a crisis situation when Iraqi forces invaded Kuwait on August 2 and threatened to continue into Saudi Arabia, President Bush ordered a quick, massive movement of American naval vessels, aircraft and ground troops to answer Saudi Arabia's call for assistance in maintaining its borders against the Iraqi aggression. At the same time, we of the SIU were called upon to provide the immediately-needed crews to man the vessels being broken out of the Ready Reserve Force fleet, as well as maintaining the complements of the prepositioned ves­ Michael sels and sealift tankers already on military assignment, and Sacco those of the contracted commercial vessels that would be switched to the military support operation. When word came down of the heavy need for manpower in a hurry, I put our union machinery on a seven-day, 24-hour around-the-clock basis and, with our shipping center in Piney Point serving as the hub of the hiring hall activities in all port facilities, we were able to satisfy all requests. I am proud of the way our membership has responded to our nation's need, and I am proud of the manner in which all of the union representatives involved have cooperated in meeting the challenge. U.S. Ships Are Reliable Once again, the privately-operated, civilian-manned merchant marine is demonstrating its effectiveness in carrying out its role as the fourth arm of the country's defense structure. It is to be expected that, in operations of the magnitude of the Persian Gulf effort, glitches will show up here and there, as in the occasional mechanical problems on some of the so-called Ready Reserve Force fleet ships. At union headquarters we are maintaining a detailed log of all operations which will be useful, when the Persian Gulf beef is over, in trying to forge a maritime program that will assure the availability at all times of a balanced, dependable privately-owned American-flag fleet, active and ready at an instant's notice for any national emergency. "-r •w President's Report ^ '••'•s-iV. . • -', »;• .-"pappzzvzp.-: I• Japanese Refuse to Sail Supply.Ship It is encouraging to see that the United States is getting some measure of cooperation and support from other nations in the tremendous effort, military and logistical, in the Persian Gulf crisis. But if is absolutely necessary to understand that we cannot depend on anyone but ourselves. We've already observed the truth of that principle in the current situation, as we did during the Vietnam War, when the crew of a foreign-flag vessel refused to carry a shipload of military supplies from the West Coast to our armed forces in Vietnam. That there is always a risk in depending on foreign-flag sliips and crews again was demonstrated when the Japanese owners and crew of Kanbara Marine company's freighter Sea Venus refused to sail out of Tokyo harbor with a shipload of 800 four-wheel-drive trucks and vans which The Washington Post reported had been "urgently requested by U.S. forces in Saudi Arabia." And remember, we are dealing here with a non-shooting conflict, and I shudder to think of what some of our friends might do if shooting broke out. Sound preparation would dictate that we be ready to do all the manning ourselves. Nevertheless, the effort is a vast success as of the moment, and we must do our part to keep it that way. Your union will continue to carry out its responsibilities in filling its role, and asks the membership for a continuation of the wonderful cooperation which has made our part in the current problem so successful. Short Session for Congress: Farm Bill, Alaska Oil on Agenda With fall elections in every House district and more than a third of the Senate, little time remains for the working of the legislature. Of major importance to Seafarers, as the elected officials attempt to con­ clude their business, is the wrap-up of the farm bill in conference com­ mittee, the continuation of export restrictions placed On Alaska oil and support from the Senate and House for keeping maritime out of the world trade talks. The SIU has been dogging the 1990 farm bill because earlier this year interests representing the giant, multinational grain mer­ chants were attempting to scuttle U.S. shipping by wiping out the law mandating 75 percent of govern­ ment-donated agricultural cargoes to be carried on American-flag bot­ toms. In an action by the House rules committee in July, anti-cargo preference amendments to the farm bill were banned. In two Senate floor votes, attempts to weaken U.S. shipping requirements were beaten back by votes that were close to two-to-one. Currently, House and Senate members are working on compromise language to produce a final 1990 farm bill. The SIU will track committee ac­ tions to ensure that the interests of the American maritime industry are not subjected to a sneak attack. The union also will be watching efforts in Congress to permit ex­ ports of Alaska crude oil to Japan. At this time Alaska crude oil is restricted to U.S. markets, thus keeping the shipment of the crude within the confines of the Jones Act. Only U.S.-flag tankers are per­ mitted to load the oil and bring it to the lower 48 under the 1920 federal law. Alaska Oil Considerations Already the House has passed a one-year extension of the export ban on Alaska crude oil in its ver­ sion of the Export Administration Act. The Senate passed a two-year ban earlier this month. The ban^ which expires September 30, now goes to a conference committee. The Persian Gulf crisis also has brought to the legislators' attention the untapped oil reserve within the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. A bill which has passed the Senate Energy Committee to allow oil drilling in the refuge may receive added consideration before Con­ gress closes this session. If so, the union will make sure the transport­ ing of the crude oil is covered by the Jones Act, thus open only, to U.S.flag tankers. GATT Effort Renewed With the legislators back in Washington, an effort will be made to have more House members sign on as sponsors to a non-binding resolution asking the president to keep maritime out of a services agreement negotiated under the umbrella of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) treaty. A majority of senators became sponsors before the August recess, while 140 House members had signed on. GATT had dealt ex­ clusively on trade in goods before this session when services were presented for inclusion. A total of 96 countries, including the United States, subscribe to the treaty. Budget Talks Continue •» Congress also faces a midnight September 30 deadline to pass the 1991 Fiscal Year budget. If one is not passed in time, budget-cutting provisions go into effect October 1. It is possible such cutbacks could affect the military buildup in the Persian Gulf, but most Congres­ sional experts believe the legis­ lators will pass a temporary budget to keep the supply lines going. Another bill before Congress that may affect the maritime in­ dustry is the Clean Air Act. Details are being worked out by legislators on the amount of emissions a vessel may release while in port. Most Capitol Hill watchers pre­ dict Congress cannot complete its work before the October election recess. All 435 House seats are up for election and 35 Senate positions will be decided on November 6. The pundits believe the legislators will be back to hold a lame duck session after the November elec­ tions. September LOG Special Kiss the Angels: a Short Story by SIU Member Larry Reiner — Page 16 Index to Log Features ^ Page Volume 52, Number 9 IE ' ' The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published month­ ly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 8990675. Second-class postage paid at MSC Prince Georges, MD 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. ,'• * l?.;*!' . >"- September 1990 r. Communications Department Director, Jessica Smith; As­ sociate Editors, Daniel Duncan and Max Hall; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene, Art Director, Bill SroH'er. w.. '•U- • r™fi GOBRA Noti« . Dispatcher 5 Report^pSea tepa chers Report^lBland Dispat^'Report/Great Lakes Rnall^panurB fT' ITK c^' T • •• LuBde^^honlApplKatiim •- LpndelKi^Sclrort Course SchedBle Lnndbeig School Graduates Meeting Dates Nintires • • Pensioners UntMlteUDireetor, - ig 33^ « e.: ^ f • f. • 26 17 ! Y -x,'/- 27 27 24 ,7 * It tA �• sEnmiiRim ' V.-s The Iraq Invasion of Kuwait In All SiU Ports, Seafarers Keep The Ships Sailing Thanks to the carefully coordinated and planned manpower operation of the Seafarers International Union that was put into effect immediately on the heels of the American crew, the military's eight fast sealift ships known by their former military deployment to commercial designation as "SLthe Persian Gulf, the 7's," close to two-thirds of the To meet the surge in shipping caused by the Mideast crisis, the Lundeberg School has increased the number of AB and FOWT courses it will hold over the next three months. Pictured above are Seafarers in the current AB class as they learn crane operations. 'Valiant Americans' in Gulf Pmised by Piesident Bush Calling them "some of the finest men and women of the United States of America," President George Bush lauded the job mem­ bers of the nation's armed forces are doing in the current military engagement in the Middle East. In an address to a Joint session of Congress earlier this month, the president commended the "val­ iant Americans" who "were ready at a moment's notice to leave their spouses, their children to serve on the front line halfway around the world" after the United States responded to the invasion of Ku­ wait by Saddam Hussein's Iraqi army. More than 100,000 American troops are now in the Middle East, including those on ships and 45,000 marines. Among the units de­ ployed have been elements of the 82nd and 101st Airborne Divi­ sions, the 24th Mechanized Infan­ try Division, the I Ith Air Defense Artillery Brigade and the 3rd Ar­ mored Cavalry Regiment. Some 30 naval vessels are in the area, including three aircraft carriers, missile cruisers, destroyers and supply ships. Unconditional Withdrawal President Bush said America's objectives in the Middle East in­ cluded the complete, uncondi­ tional Iraqi withdrawal from Ku­ wait, a return to legitimate Kuwaiti rule, stability and security in the Gulf region and the protection of American citizens abroad. He said the endorsement of the United Nations Security Council for these goals and the crisis in the Persian Gulf "offers a rare opportunity to move toward an historic period of cooperation" with the Soviet Union that can result in a broader objective—"a new world order." The condemnation of Iraq's aggression has spanned the globe, with words backed up by troops, vessels and money from more than 20 nations. The president, who also serves as commander-in-chief of the armed forces, also recog­ nized the importance of economic sanctions imposed on Iraq by the United Nations and the Security Council's authorization of "all means necessary to ensure com­ pliance with these sanctions." International Support To date, multinational cooper­ ation includes a British flotilla and specialized aircraft; French troops and naval vessels; 10,000 troops from the Gulf Cooperation Coun­ cil made up of Saudi Arabia, Bah­ rain, Oman, United Arab Emirates and Qatar; a Soviet destroyer; Greek ships; two Italian frigates; Japanese funds and equipment; two Dutch frigates and six Stinger missiles, and mujahedeen fighters from Afghanistan's govemmentin-exile. Also engaged in the effort are three Spanish naval vessels; West German monetary contributions; 4,000 Egyptian troops; 1,200 Mo­ roccan soldiers; 2,000 Syrian troops; two Australian warships and one supply vessel; two Bel­ gian minesweepers and one supply ship; two Canadian destroyers and a supply ship, and troops from Bangladesh and Pakistan. An American soldier stands watch from a desert foxhole. vessels assigned to the SIU for erewing have been quickly and fully manned. After receiving word that many SIU vessels would participate in the logistical effort to provide sup­ plies to the American armed forces in the Middle East, the union's president, Michael Sacco, put the organization's central shipping of­ fice on a 24-hour-a-day rotation and opened the hiring halls around the country seven days a week. Vessels operated by private shipping companies were called into action shortly after President George Bush announced that the United States would mount a mil­ itary response to the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait on August 2. Rank-and-File Rallies Union members around the country were quick to volunteer for duty on the vessels that would support the military. "Our mem­ bers take very seriously their re­ sponsibilities in the fourth arm of defense," said one port agent. Another union official noted that many members registered to ship even though they were home on vacation. Among the SlU-crewed vessels engaged in sealift activities are prepositioning ships that stay in a constant state of readiness with a full load of cargo and complete Ready Reserve Force that has been broken out and two aviation sup­ port vessels known as T-AVB's. In addition, the union has crewmembers aboard some of the com­ mercial carriers chartered by the Military Sealift Command (MSC), the agency within the defense ap­ paratus that coordinates shipping for the armed forces. The govern­ ment services division of the SIU, which provides unlicensed sea­ men for vessels in the MSC's Pa­ cific fleet, also has provided the crew for the hospital ship the USNS Mercy. Training Stepped Up The union's training facility has expanded its entry level program to accommodate more students and has increased the number of classes for key ratings in the deck and engine departments. The SIU is proceeding with great guns under the assumption that the current activation, known as Operation Desert Shield by the government's Department of De­ fense, will be a continuing oper­ ation for some time to come. As the LOG went to press, the fast sealift ships were returning to the United States after delivering tanks and other heavy equipment to the Middle East. It was reported that the vessels will immediately load more military cargo and swiftly return to the Persian Gulf. , 'si', fe! Union's School Gears Up for Crisis The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship is working day and night to train merchant mariners needed for the Persian Gulf crisis. More applicants have been accepted for the entry pro­ gram run by the union's school, and instead of one trainee class starting every month there are now two. In addition, the school is run­ ning back-to-back upgrading class­ es for able bodied seamen (AB) and firemen, oilers and watertenders (FOWT). The courses have been shortened in length to three weeks. However content has not been sacrificed as the classes, which under normal circum­ stances run eight hours a day, have been extended into the evenings and weekends. Officials at the Lundeberg School note that the Coast Guard office in Baltimore has been very co­ operative during this busy period. The government agency has in­ creased the number of testing dates in which an official of the Coast Guard comes to the school to administer the AB and FOWT tests. Continued on page 25 i. s 't •'•3 • A® George Vlassakis of Philadelphia boards the Lundeberg School bus as he begins his career as a merchemt seamen. M �V'- v;'-;"' •i"--- '' ' • '• • I "If ^L: 4 I'•" • • ^ SEAFARERS LOG The Iraq Invasion off Kuwait SIU-Manned Ships of the Merchant Heet Supplying Our Troops Fast Sealift Ship Begins Second Voyage to Guif 1 ->' mWSM '••••..'• -V- '-f V'-". ••••'' • .' '• •s^^f S^f ' '' y • '" ' Seafarers are crewing many of the U.S.-flag vessels op­ erated by private shipping companies that are serving a logistical role in Operation Desert Shield. Here is a breakdown of some of these ships: The following kinds of vessels are being manned by SIU members: Commercial Carriers Among the SIU ships chartered by the military are American Transport Line's American Falcon and Amer­ ican Condor. The American Eagle has been on charter to MSG. It is a ro/ro vessel that shuttles supplies to the Gulf. The Overseas Vivian, Vaidez and Alice also recently have made Gulf stops for MSG. -•' % ' '^Mr-y-:' Ready Reserve Force ..«'» ' '•. • • ' Bosun Michael Shappo stands on the ship's ramp while a helicopter is lifted aboard the Capeila before its first run. r \ ' --• Pride was evident among the SIU crewmembers who had taken the first fast military sealift vessel to Saudi Arabia and back when the USNS Capeila docked in LaPorte, Texas, September 15. The vessel was in port briefly, loading, and was due to quickly depart for its second run to the Persian Gulf region. The Seafarers talked of the smooth trip they had as the ship carried its first shipment of mili­ tary materiel to the Persian Gulf and of how well their fellow mem- MSC Propositioning Ships Operated by Maersk, Amsea and Waterman for the military, the 13 prepositioning ships crewed by the SIU remain fully operational and loaded with cargo throughout the year. Based in Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, these were the first SlU-manned vessels to head to­ wards the region after the activation was announced. Great Lakes member Greg Alstrom volunteered for Persian Gulf duty aboard the Capeila. ^•, •••'"•• ''•y-y'-.yj.-.y '•h t-' ' - ' v'Y:'' • S.,' • •"' •'•••;• . AB Ron Mena works to get the gangway positioned upon arrival. I;: h' •'^i 'U•: Of the 96 former commercial ships in the RRF fleet, 40 have been broken out to supply sealift capacity in Operation Desert Shield. Ship­ ping companies with SIU collective bargaining agreements were as­ signed 26 RRF vessels, including five managed by APL which has labor contracts with the union's Pa­ cific division. f" .'..'iir.' bers performed. They also reiter­ ated their belief that the merchant marine was a vital part of the U.S. defense community. "I feel like I am part of the military involvement by being on this ship," Chief Steward Herbert Davis told a reporter for the Sea­ farers LOG. "I'm proud to be here," echoed Steward Assistant Calvin Wililams. "I'm placing my life on the line and thank God that I was bom in America. I feel sorry for those people over there." Nerves Overcome Davis has served on the Capeila since March 1989. "I was scared of gas being used in the Suez Canal," he admitted. "But once we were out of the canal and when we were coming home it wasn't bad." Davis, who ships out of the port of Jacksonville, said he had a really good galley gang with which to work. Two of the steward department members, Williams and Chief Cook Robert Miller, came from the port of Honolulu where they had been working on cmise ships. "It's a lot easier than working on a cruise ship," Miller noted. "There, you've got 700 to 900 people to deal with. Here, there is more onepn-one so you get a chance to know your shipmates." Bosun iMichael Shappo reported the whole crew worked well aboard the Capeila the whole trip. "Everything went smoothly" re­ ported the ship's chairman who sails from Jacksonville. Shappo noted not only was the crew cooperative, but also the Army personnel aboard chipped in on the work load. He said they helped throughout the voyage to Saudi Arabia. Temperature Stories Shappo wanted to say the heat did not affect the crew but stopped short when he remembered the temperature at 7:30 a.m. the first day the Capeila was in Saudi Ara­ bia was 100 degrees. Third Cook Gary Lackey from the port of Bal­ timore noted the galley reached 105 degrees with air conditioning Continued on pqge 10 Fast Sealift Ships (SL-7's) The former SL-7's are rapidly be­ coming known as the "workhorses" of Operation Desert Shieid. Immediateiy caiied into service from re­ duced operating status, the eight fast seaiift vesseis were ioaded with heavy military equipment and depioyed to the Persian Gulf. The ships can do speeds in excess of 30 knots. Hospital Ship Members of the SlU's government senrices division were called upon to man the USNS Mercy, one of two hospital ships operated by MSG. Designed to provide combat medi­ cal support, the 894-foot ship has Navy doctors and other hospital staff aboard. T-AVB's The SS Wright and SS Gurtiss are the military's two aviation logistics support vessels. Maintained in an RRF-like status, the two vessels were activated by MSG and crewed by the SIU. The ships are designed to maintain Marine Gorps fixed and rotary wing aircraft. �::,X •;; itS UPmBER 1990 I - Tfr'Jl t -r^ M J r I -W JVrf^ ^ ^ "W- T. -_- 1.<" ^ I, • -,• ^„ 7^^ '•;• •v" iV3V '.'• ii First of Three Cable Ships Due in December Artist rendering of the Global Sentinel, one of three new technologically-advanced vessels being built for the Transoceanic Cable Ship Co. fleet. The first of three new cable ships should begin crewing by December, announced Angus "Red" Campbell, SIU vice presi­ dent for collective bargaining, at the September membership meet­ ing in the port of Piney Point. The construction on the Global Link is almost finished and SIU crews will be signing on soon, Campbell said. The Global Link, the Global Sentinel (which is expected to crew by June 1991) and a third as yet unnamed vessel (expected out during 1992) will each carry a nor­ mal port crew of 29 unlicensed mariners. When lajdng cable, the ships will employ an additional 37 unlicensed members. The cable ships are operated by Transoceanic Cable Ship Com­ pany, a wholly-owned subsidiary of AT&T. The SIU currently crews two cable ships, the Long Lines and the Charles L. Brown. The new vessels will be using the latest in technology to support ' " vT. ;• i'-, c ' ,' •"''" 'V,': .i!,3HSfe".v their role in surveying and laying new fiber optic cables in the oceans. One interesting feature is the bow thruster. Located at the bow of each of the ships, this special propeller enables the ship to move sideways and maintain its position. The three new vessels will have a length of 479 feet, width of 70 feet and deadweight tonnage of 7,900. They will have a full load draft of 26 feet. Cruising speed is estimated to be 15 knots. The trio is designed to maintain a cable laying speed of^ to 8 knots and a speed of 4 knots when towing a sea plow and laying cable. They are being built in Singapore at a cost of $50 million each. Productivity, safety and comfort of the crew are high priorities in the design of these new vessels.The standard safety features of the ships include water-tight transverse bulkheads at various locations, a back-up diesel-driven Washington State Governor Appoints SIU Agent to Panel Seattle Port Agent Bob Hall has been appointed to the newly created ninemember] Washington State Maritime Com­ mission by Governor Booth Gardner. Hall Hall holds the position mandated for a person with maritime/marine labor or marine spill clean-up experience. The commission was created by the state legislature to draft an emergency oil spill response plan by July 1, 1992. It also will serve in an advisory role to the state government for maritime matters involving freighters, tankers, tugs and barges and ferries. Hall, who joined the SIU in 1975 in the port of St. Louis, received the endorsement of several area labor organizations, including the Washington State Labor Council. Labor officials have expressed the hope with Hall's appointment the position will be established for union repre­ sentation. He also received letters of sup­ port from union-contracted com­ panies such as Sea-Land,^Crowley and Totem Ocean Trailed Express (T.O.T.E.). Robert McMillan, T.O.T.E. Resources Corporation president, wrote the governor, "He understands the industry and his membership's concerns, is well qualified in the practical aspects of petroleum transportation at sea and in inland waters and will apply sound, rational, intelligent judg­ ments to the work of the commis­ sion. Hall is one of two panelists ap­ pointed by the governor. Six other positions are to be filled by maritime-industry related coun­ cils, and the final member will be elected by the commission itself. generator for emergency electrical power, fire-resistant fumishings and four encapsulated lifeboats. Campbell noted these ships are another great opportunity for SIU members. "We have had the cable operations since the early 1960s," he noted; "We have had excellent labor relations with Transoceanic. They have been a good provider." Members interested in shipping on the Global Link should contact Bart Rogers at the union's man­ power office in Piney Point, Md. hi ' !' i 'Steamboat Tony' Kastina, Former Union Official, Dies • '•HP-- •.?! li--. • 4 -IK if • : .• IT •', Tony Kastina (center) helped celebrate the SlU's 50th anniversary in October 1988. With him are (left to right) Angus "Red" Campbell, Leon Hall, Pat Marineli and Ernest "Scotty" Aubusson. Longtime SIU official Tony Kastina passed away August 18 in a Baltimore hospital. Kastina, 65, was ill with leukemia. The Baltimore native served in the Navy before joining the SIU in August 1947. He shipped in the engine department, but came ashore to work in his hometown hall on Gay Street. He was a mainstay for the SIU in Baltimore, working as a patrolman, dis­ patcher, organizer and whatever else the union needed until he retired in 1979. Angus "Red" Campbell, SIU vice president for collective bar­ gaining, remembered Kastina as "a great guy. I never heard anybody put a bad rap on Tony Kastina," Campbell said. "He was an expert on the con­ tract. He was very dedicated and diplomatic in resolving grievan­ ces. He would get the members what they were entitled to," Campbell added. Bobby Pomerlane, SIU assis­ tant vice president, grew up with Kastina on the Baltimore waterfront. "We were friends all our lives. We started in the union in the same year," Pomerlane recalled. "He was very close with guys on the tugboats. They even gave him a nickname. 'Steamboat Tony' is what they called him. All his life he was associated with the guys on the tugs. "He was very well liked and a great person. He was a great booster of the SIU. He never stopped talking about his love for the union," Pomerlane noted. Kastina is survived by his wife, Jane; a sister, Anne Byers; three brothers, Walter, George and Frank; and several nieces and nephews. : J.;:--..# i Ivkll 'iKila •-A' p 1. •I �'.'. . tf- • Vv J'^ -n';'''.••• - -. K-i r- ,-. , •* -•, V/- :V, J-:'-.'ill'>*•''.* SeAFARlKS LOG S'"' The MV Moku Pahu Is A 'Feeder on the Sweet Run' 'i! -' • • t'r'. - A. -• • ' mi •'i-' I:" / r: :< • U NDER THE WATCHFUL EYE OF KANALOA, the Hawaiian "god of the sea" and fortified by the excellent meals planned and prepared by Chief Stew­ ard John Pratt, the crew of the Moku Pahu hauls close to 37,000 tons of sugar on a regular run from the Aloha Islands to CaUfornia, writes Bill Mullms, an AB on the integrated tug barge. TTOI. In a recent letter to the Seafarers LOG, Brother Mullins reports the ITB h^ set a record for the total amount of raw can sugar it carried when it broke the 2 million ton mark in August of 1987. Operated by Pacific Gulf Marine and crewed by mem­ bers of the SIU, the Moku Pahu at 660 feet "hauls a lot of sugar," says Mullins. The sugar is taken to the California and Hawaii (C«&H) Sugar Company's processing plant in Crock­ ett, Calif., known as the largest cane sugar refinery in the U.S. Each day the Crockett refinery can pro­ cess nearly 7 million pounds of raw sugar into an array of refined sugar products. As a c(>operative owned by the sugar producers of Hawaii, C&H has been receiving Island sugar at Crockett and process­ ing it since 1906. Over that time, the vessels hauling Chief Steward John Pratt Is ready to prepare another that sugar have evolved from masted schooners to of his excellent meals the modern ITB Moku Pahu. aboard the Moku Pahu. The AB notes that in the 14,000 horsepower vessel's bridge, a seaman finds the figure of Kanaloa, one of the four great Hawaiian gods. In Hawaiian mythology, Kanaloa is the compan­ ion of Kane, a leading god responsible for cre­ ation and ancestor of chiefs and individuals. Kane and Kanaloa are often associated with water—including purifying salt-water, creating fish ponds, finding water, cauang sweet water to flow in certain places and forcing water to spring from rocks. Mdlins photographed Seafarers on the 37,110 deadweight ton vessel on one of its runs this summer. The SIU members pictured on this page brought sugar from Hawaii and sailed into Dayman Steve Dupre the bay area in San Francisco and "under the takes a break on deck. Golden Gate Bridge after seven beautiful Pacific summertime days," Mullins writes. Proving what a good feeder the Moku Pahii is, Mullins provided the Seafarers LOG with a sample of an average daily menu. The mouth­ watering selections provided testimony to Mullins' claim that the "Moku Pahu is a good feeder." After arriving in port, Mullins re^rted that the SIU's San Francisco representatives Nick Celona and Gei^ Moore held a union meeting with the Moku Pahu's crewmembers. ABOVE The Moku Pahu ties up in Crockett, Calif. One of her cranes alone is capa­ ble of hauling 2,500 pounds. NEAR LEFT AB Bill Mullins stands wheel watch. FAR LEFT The Moku Pahu sails under the watchful eye of Kanaloa, the Hawaiian god of the sea, who has a permanent place on the ship's bridge. res Food aboard the Moku Pahu Is good every day. But for the Independence Day holiday, it was even more memorable, as the menu shows. Chief Cook Henry Salles and his great meals are popular aboard ship. MUk LEFT The new garbage regulations are strictly enforced aboard the Moku Pahu, including the separation of plastic items from regular garbage. BELOW Chief Steward John Pratt is barely visible on the deck of the ITB. •- z; • "i, L. Robert Jackson is a day worker on the Moku Pahu. Payoff aboard the Moku Pahu brings smiles to the faces of, from the left. Patrolman Gentry Moore, AB Bill Mullins, Port Agent Nick Celona and Bosun Pete Loik. Bosun Pete Loik, left, and AB Greg Hamilton enjoy the beautiful summer day aboard ship. AB Bill Mullins, left, and QMED Bo Francisco were part of the crew to help bring sugar from Hawaii to San Francisco. . •; • " -t X �•'V-r SEFTEMBERim Seafarers Seek Tariff Relief for Devastated Tuna Industry • The Seafarers International Union of North America and some of its affiliated unions are seeking relief from a bizarre historical ac­ cident that has caused the loss of 16,000 jobs in the American tunacanning industry during the 1980s. Representatives from the SIU's affiliates United Industrial Workers (UIW) and the Fishermen's Union of America (FUA) testified last month at Washington hearings on the state of the tuna industry conducted by the International Trade Commis­ sion (ITC). The union is seeking an equalization of tariff rates for imported water-packed as com­ pared with oil-packed canned tuna. The UIW represents tuna can­ nery makers in California and the FUA's membership'includes com­ mercial tuna fishermen. A tariff of 35 percent is assessed on oil-packed tuna while the effec­ tive rate on water-packed tuna is 10.4 percent. The difference was created during World War II when the United States signed an agree­ ment with Iceland to charge a lower tariff on that nation's waterpacked fish in order to create a new market while Europe was shut off by war. Several Asian and Pacific na­ tions—such as the Philippines, Indonesia, Taiwan and Thailandhave exploited this loophole to grab an increasing share of the American tuna market. The' American tuna industry was not affected by the difference until the late 1970s when U.S. consumers began buying water-packed tuna for health and other reasons. At that time, more than 16,500 people were employed in California tuna canneries like StarKist, Van Camp and Pan Pacific. : Plants Move Out During the 1980s, the plants began moving to such low-wage areas as Puerto Rico and American Samoa. Even today, Puerto Rico is feeling the pressure as it has lost two of its five canneries. After all the closings and layoffs, only Pan Pacific remains in California. It now has 526 workers with some of them work­ Testifying at hearings on the domestic tuna industiy laid-off tuna cannery worker; Gloria Kraft, athird generaconducted by the International Trade Commission in tion cannery worker; Margaret Marques, a cannery Washington, D.G. are (left to right) Terry Hoinsky, head worker from 1977 to 1984; Marshall Murphy, a UIW shop of the Fishermen's Union of America; Carolina Patt, a steward, and Steve Edney, UIW national director. ing reduced hours. Many of the laid off cannery workers have discovered how hard it is to find work after the age of 40. "I know people that after their unemployment ran out, unable to find work and with no family to help are today among the home­ less," Marshall Murphy, a UIW shop steward at Pan Pacific where he has worked since 1973, told the ITC. "Some of these people had been working at Pan Pacific 10 years and more." Gloria Kraft, a third generation cannery worker, said herfamily felt the canneries were a way of life. "With the closings and layoffs, my friends who once had proud work in the plants are now in very dif­ ficult situations." Kraft started at Pan Pacific in 1947. Steve Edney, UIW national director, noted, "The (tuna can­ ning) industry has been a stepping stone into the middle class for many who otherwise wouldn't have made it." Carolina Patt worked at StarKist and Pan Pacific for 18 years before being laid off. She told the ITC it was difficult for her to understand how things had gotten so bad. "I had always thought I would be at Pan Pacific all my life." Tuna Boat Jobs Lost Terry Hoinsky, head of the Fishermen's Union of America, said the plant closings also had decimated the U.S.- flag tuna fleet resultingin the loss of thousands of UarM OKs Lykes ODS Move} SlU to The SIU is considering a number of additional steps in protest of the Maritime Administration approval of a subsidy transfer from Lykes Brothers to First American Bulk Carriers (FABC), a two-ship com­ pany that has never received gov­ ernment monies for its operation prior to this arrangement. The transfer of Lykes operating differential subsidy (ODS) to FABC, a company owned by the pension trust fund of the Marine Engineers Beneficial Association, represents a radical departure from the government's policy of not granting subsidies to shipping com­ panies that are not currently en­ rolled in the program , the SIU's president, Michael Sacco, said in a formal objection to MarAd. Calling the Lykes request for the transfer of taxpayer monies to another company "the vaguest and ! • • "'7- - '!^7" 7 "7 flimsiest application for subsidy ever received by MarAd." Sacco urged the agency to reject the time charter proposal or hold a full hear­ ing on the matter. > The deal originally was an­ nounced in the Federal Register earlier in the summer by the Maritime Administration, which solicited comments on the subsidy transfer plan. In addition to meet­ ing with objections from the SIU, the proposal was opposed by the International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots (MM?) and Sea-Land Service as well as Farrell Lines. In late August, when MarAd is­ sued a decision to allow the subsidy transfer, the SIU and MM? imme­ diately asked the transportation Department Secretary to overturn the ruling. fishing jobs. "Hundreds of shore jobs in the boat supply and repair industries have also been lost," she added. Margaret Marques summed up the feelings of all those testifying when she told the commissioii, "It seems to me so crazy that the U.S. and California would let all this go down the drain. The canneries gave many people like myself a chance to make something of ourselves, a chance to make a decent living, pay our taxes, save a little and prepare for the future." Marques worked in the industry from 1977 to 1984. The ITC will make a report to the congressional tax and finance committees in early December. Al­ though the ITC will not make any recommendations, the agency's report could spur congressional ac­ tion. The SIU plans to seek legisla­ tion mandating a higher tariff on water packed tuna. World's Seafaring Unions Seek Better Pay for Runaway-Flag Crews At a meeting of the world congress of the International Transport Workers Federation (ITF), over 800 delegates—including representatives of the SIU—from more than 400 unions pushed for programs that will increase wages and better working conditions for seamen on runaway-flag vessels. The federation of transportation and seafaring unions, meeting in Italy last month, also called for strengthening collective bargaining agreements with shipowners operating under so-called second registers, the runaway-flag outfits established by traditional maritime powers. Close to 5,000 "Phantom Ships" Found in Panamanian Registry The Panamanian registry, a haven for runaway-flag operators, estimates the real number of ships in its group at around 6,500, instead of the 11,661 that have been officially appearing in the nation's public records. According to the register's director, many vessels that had been scrapped or transferred to other flags had not been removed over the years. The latest news on the flag-of-convenience register follows reports earlier this year that the Panamanian consular offices administering the program have been riddled with widespread corruption. Fiiipino Seamen Get $43 Million From Company that Cooked its Books Responding to a charge by the International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) that a Japanese company was keeping two sets of books concerning crew wages, a federal court in Seattle awarded 21 Filipino crewmembers aboard the Vanuatu-flagged Pine Forest with back pay and other compen­ sation amounting to close to $43 million. In court documents, the federation of transport unions said Inui Steamship Company, a subsidiary of the giant Mitsui OSK Lines, was paying its crew an average of $276 per month instead of the ITF rate which is over double that amount. The dry bulk carrier's double bookkeeping tactic allowed for an ITF rate in the ship's articles and one set of financial records, while maintaining another sheet with wage rates agreed to by a Filipino manning agency. The company appealed the decision last month. Barge Buckles and Spews Oil Into Houston Ship Channel Heavy fuel oil poured from a two-foot fracture where a 300-foot tank barge buckled during a tankering operation last month. According to news reports, the deck folded and the barge cracked down the middle when employees of the tankering service loaded the middle two of four tanks on the barge owned by the non-union Ingram Barge Company. One Coast Guard commander placed the blame on human error, explaining that the tankermen had put too much weight in the two center tanks. The barge, which carried 630,000 gallons of oil was believed to have spilled between 20,000 to 60,000 in the Houston ship channel. "••'r �• 'V . • " 'Sl:-; •,1, 1 •.-.Y ' : ''• •' V: '••;»,• i r'v:''" . ^v'-'-'r >.\ ' - -• •- » '• •• •* v v... ..,\ •• _ •• .* •y.S \,.'•'•/ _- . ,-; ••• "••'V''''*'''''^ fvAv .•-','••.%*'( -i ,V-"-'^.' •Vv -'-V'-''''--^''"< ^•'.•:• -Vrv'^ \ ••-{'-•? '?• iij-' j v'i.-^> "i •'- •/'. f ---rli, >••»,"!•':'' '; ,*'.'> .".• •••• i.'.'v v **_''' -j''--s-»'••».•, v A' , ••; V V '-/.A'-.' V . •.•I' ,.•. ^# ,.,,,• v..•- •''•'S?,---." -;Af . . -I = -^J.. ..-.• •-.^••.;v./: • . •, ..'lA-: •-'••-•-••• • . '.-• •-•• •-';••• (•••/ •- •i" ••• ," . 1 . 1- •; .• , > > ' ' » ^ 1 ^ V 1 ' • '. 1 '. " '' '• sEMMmm ;• •' . . ne of the crewmembeirs working aboard the St. Clair is struck by the differences between sailing on a deep sea ship and on a laker. QMED Bill Coriel noticed that the problem of maintaining the Lakes vessel was different from ocean-going ships. "Salt water is everywhere on deep sea ships," Coriel noted. "You always have to fight rust I couldn't believe the change when I got here. You have to watch out for it but not in the same way." Coriel also found that the St Clair, a 770-foot self-unloader operated by American Steamslidp Company, ridesa great deal smoother than some of the deep sea ships. "At sea, there are waves that bounce you around." He noted that aside from intense wave activity in a storm or late in the sailing season around November, the Great Lakes jrovided a smooth run. "The ships here rock like a train," le noted after having used railroad transportation to get to the St. Clair from his home in Seattle. "Even the noise is the same because the ships use diesel train engines." The QMED began sailing on lakers during the '80safter a stint with the SIUNA-affiliated Sailors Union of the Pacific. During his SUP days, Coriel sailed out of the port of New Orleans starting in 1972. The black gang member had been working relief jobs on several lakers l^fore this season when he began sailing on the St. Clair, which carries 37,000 tons of coal from Superior, Wis. to St. Clair, Mich, for Detroit Edison, a local power company. A fellow St. Clair crewmember travels to the Vessel from his farm in South Carolina. QMED Edward Elder works his land during the winter and his wife and family take care of it while he sails throughout the Great Lakes shipping season. Elder was persuaded to sail by his brother Clarence, who had been shipping since 1956. Edward Elder said he had been an industrial electrician before signing on as a wiper 15 years ago. Elder hasshipped on the St. Clair since 1985. A reporter from the Seafarers LOG found that St. Clair crewmembers were generally happy with their ship.They told the LOG staff member that they enjoy working to­ gether. St. Clair O Crewmember Compares i Deep Sea to Lakes Experience •Is: Duluth Port Employee Delores Cheslak talks with QMED Bill Coriel during lunch on the ASC ship. •iV QMED Edward Elder studies where repairs are needed on the St. Clair's air-conditioning unit. r ••-•«•: yv." " • v.- i i - 'AU QMED BIJ Coriel wrestles with an air condltfoning part to get It in place. Deckhand Mark Storer brings supplies inside. Tbe posters behind Storer show the ASC's commitment to safety. �• -A ;v'- y'"^ .• ' \ -y//-t,,-•••'••• \. •'• SEFTEMBERim JS New Garbage Regulations Take Effect '"M All Oceans, Seas and Inland Waters except SPECIAL AREAS SPECIAL AREAS Mediterranean, Baltic, Red and Black Seas and Persian Gulf Areas Plastics - includes synthetic ropes and fishing nets and plasticbags Disposal prohibited Disposal prohibited Floating dunnage, iining and packing materials Disposal prohibited less than 25 miles from nearest land Disposal prohibited Paper, rags, glass, metal bottles, crockeryand similar Disposal prohibited iessthan 12 miles from nearest land Disposal prohibited Paper, rags, glass,eta comminuted or ground Disposal prohibited lessthan 3 miles from nearest land Disposal prohibited Food waste not comminuted or ground Disposal prohibited Iessthan 12 miles from nearest land Disposal prohibited less than 12 miles from near­ est land Food waste comminuted or ground Disposal prohibited less than 3 miles from nearest land Disposal prohibited less than 12 miles from near­ est land Mixed refuse types When garbage is m'lxed with other harmful substances having different disposal or discharge requirements,the more stringent disposalrequirements shallapply. GARBAGE TYPE rx>:in. •\]r. J.l-'' • KHtw IT mm mm, N«*f Plastic Dumping Banned Within three miles of shore and on all U.S. lakes, rivers, bays and sounds, it is illegal to dump plastic. A«AIMST THE • -•( USCG Defines "Garbage" The Coast Guard defines gar­ bage as paper, rags, glass, metal, crockery and other items generated in living spaces aboard the vessel normally regarded as trash. Dish­ water is defined as material used to block and brace cargo and is con­ sidered a cargo-generated waste. Dishwater is considered the liq­ uid residue from manual or auto­ matic washing of dishes and cooking utensils which have been pre-cleaned so that any food parti­ cles adhering to them would not interfere with the operation of an automatic dishwasher. Finally, greywater means drain­ age from a dishwasher, shower, laundry, bath and washbasin, but does not include drainage from toi­ lets, urinals, hospitals and cargo spaces. Depending on the size of the vessel, the Coast Guard requires one or more placards atinoimcing the garbage regulations to be af­ fixed onboard. They must be placed in sueh locatiotis that crew and passengers can see and read them. International Program The United States is a party to an international agreement, known as MARPOL 73/78, that was orig­ inally establish^ to cut back and eliminate sea and ocean pollution. . I'f '1 • . . • 't 'J'M ' .' • •' ' \'r • ^ ' ' '-if' dunnage, lining and packing mate­ rials that float and any garbage ex­ cept dishwater, greywater and fresh fish parts. From three to 12 miles offshore, the USCG forbids dumping of plastic, dunnage, lining and pack­ ing materials that float and any gar­ bage not ground to less than one square inch. From 12 to 25 miles, the Coast Guard bans dumping plastic, dun­ nage and lining and packing mate­ rials that float. When more than 25 miles from shore, only plastic is banned. Penalties for Law-Breakers Anyone found guilty of violat­ ing these regulations may be liable for a civil penalty not to exceed $25,000 for each violation. Also, criminal penalties not to exceed $50,000 and/or imprisonment up to five years may be imposed. The Coast Guard has announced it will enforce the rules through on-the-spot inspections, letters of warning, assessment of civil penal­ ties and denial of entry to ports and terminals without adequate recep­ tion facilities. The USCG stat^ some of the following factors will serve as evidence of compliance: presence of equipment to treat ship-generated garbage, adherence to a written waste management plan, absence of plastics, educa­ tional programs to . train crewmembers of garbage handling procedures and separate space for garbage. : - ''•i;^- . . ,4 All U.S.-flag vessels used for commercial or pleasure purposes now must follow United States Coast Guard (USCG) regulations concerning the disposal of gar­ bage. The rules, announced a year ago, became permanent this sum­ mer. They cover all vessels greater than 26 feet in length as well as fixed or floating platforms. The Coast Guard has adopted the new garbage policy to curb the growing ocean pollution problem world­ wide. Refuse, especially plastics, can kill fish and marine wildlife as well as foul water intakes and ship propellers. The regulations govern what caimot be thrown overboard by distances from shore. The one item that is strictly forbidden to go over the side at any time is plastic. The term "plastic" includes, but is not limited to, plastic bags, styrofoam, cups and lids, six-pack holders, bottles, caps, buckets, shoes, milk jugs, egg cartons, stirrers, straws, synthetic fishing nets, ropes, lines and bio- or photo-degr^dable plas­ tics. ' '-'i •— ;1• • , !i - • i si' '•'f • -;i • Vr •.••J .n • •' A*-? 1?^'^ .> -•> v., -• 1 f.' SV';' 'li'i �•^/\ -• MV>v^<vf':^ri:^vVrV;v y'/<.W 4-'i;^:;.:^'ir;< •-p " 10 ' •, i--:i' ' The Iraq invasion of Kuwait SaFARiRS ItiG USNS Capella, Fast Sealift Ship, Ends First Guif Trip Continued from page 4 p. .-"'•'^••f when the outdoor temperature soared to 120. Not to be outdone was the black gang. Fireman-Watertender Jef­ frey Gelin reported the engine room was as hot and humid as summer­ time in his home port of Houston. "The sea water temperature was 85 degrees," Gelin recalled. All the members announced they were restricted to the ship and a 1,000-foot dock when they got to Saudi Arabia. Shappo said he and his friend from Jacksonville, AB John Holland, got to talk with some members from the USNS Altair when both ships were docked in Saudi Arabia. They said fellow SIU members reported no major problems on the Altair. Steward Department If there could have been a major problenl aboard the Capella, it would have been a lack of stores. "We made do with what we had," Davis said. "We were called up quickly and couldn't get all we needed before being sent off. We'll take care of that while we're here." "Make do?!" shouted AB Ron Mena from the port of New York. "This was the best steward de­ partment I've ever seen!" Other crewmembers chimed in to heap praise on Davis and the whole galley gang. Even steward de­ partment members said Davis did a fantastic job with what he had. The Capella lived up to its name as a fast sealift vessel. Crewmem- - Escorted by SlU-crewed G&H tugboats, the USNS Capella makes its way to the LaPorte, Texas dock after a four-week run to Saudi Arabia. bers reported the supply ship reached a speed of 33 knots at one time. The vessel cruised to the Middle East averaging 30 knots. In fact, a Navy escort frigate asked the Capella to slow down because it could not keep up with the supply ship. When the Capella did so, the Military Sealift Command ordered the vessel to full speed and said another escort would be sent from Europe. The vessel reached Saudi Ara­ bia in two weeks, unloaded in 48 hours and took another two weeks to make Galveston Bay. The crew knew they had 48 hours in the Houston area and wanted to make the most of it. AB Robert Adams said he wanted to go to "a KMart, Walmart, someplace where I can get some supplies." Adams was home in Jackson­ ville for one-and-a-half weeks af­ ter upgrading at Piney Point when he got the call to help crew the Capella. His son, Robert Adams Jr., had graduated from the trainee program at the Lundeberg School while his father was studying there. "He got sent to Diego Garcia Wiper Terry "Ruffy" Hiii enters the ship's house after getting caught in a Houston downpour. to serve on the (Cpl. Louis J.) Hauge (a propositioning naval supply ship)," Adams said about his namesake. "He was worried about life being boring there. Then this came up. He even beat me to Saudi Arabia and got closer to Kuwait than I did." AB Joe Conlin takes care of some paperwork before he hits the town. AB John Holland reflects on the Capella's first voyage to the Per­ sian Gulf. The steaks are aimost ready under the watchful eye of Third Cook Gary Lackey. t , .3' Patroimah Joe Perez (left) assists Fireman Daniel Powers with the paperwork involved in a welfare claim. Steward Assistant Isaac Newsome takes care of the dinner dishes aboard the Capella. * •' '4 Chief Cook Robert Miller prepares the serving fine in the gaiiey. I Ir - 1:^? SiSiSiSMifli Ordinary Seaman Darren Henderson (left) talks with Bosun Michael Shappo whiie Chief Cook Miguei Vinca passes behind them on his way to the gaiiey. Steward Assistant Caivin Williams deans the messroom foilowing dinner aboard the Capeiia. •Sr^i Irr ,' •'-J. ' t: 'i/-,--'v, I JV*"' - «m SiMr As Chief Steward Herbert Davis (standing) listens, Houston Patroiman Jim McGee holds a union meeting during the ship's docking �.• •.'•• •'.•;• V"' • ' -f " r '''>• \ •'••> '•< v, , -i •> ^ r.y •;»-.< •; y • • y, y i i, ^ iv ? . f < v c'-f-v, • >• r ;-, ; sinmBiRim LEFT Taking part in the firefighting and safety training aboard the Mississippi Queen are, from the left; Captain Lawrence Keeton, Rob McClemore, Robert Pou, Addison Jase, Lionel Weber, SlU instructor Byran Cummings and Marvin Joy. .• ABOVE Members gather around SlU instructor John Smith for a demonstration of fire and safety equipment, They are, from the left: Woody Brown, porter; Kirk Beverung, deckhand; Tim Stockstill, deckhand; Smith; Mike Williams, mate; Willie Allen, deckhand; Dan Bryant, carpenter; Ed Smith, deckhand; Mike Ward, deckhand, and Jeff Kettner, deckhand. BELOW SlU instructor Byran Cummings gives a firefighting demonstration to the Mississippi Queen crew. BELOW Woody Brown, por­ ter, does just what SlU instruc­ tor John Smith tells him to do to safely extinguish a fire on the Delta Queen. Crews Praise Lundeherglnstractors For Their Work on Mississippi Riverhoats The crew and the officers of two Mississippi River paddlewheelers were so impressed with the training they received last month from Sea­ farers Harry Limdeberg School of Seamanship instructors that they have asked for a return visit. Byran Cummings and John Smith spent a week on two SIUcrewed riverhoats to provide in­ struction in firefighting, first aid and damage control techniques. Cummings worked with Captain William Lawrence Keeton on the Mississippi Queen, while Smith held classes on the older Delta Queen. "The courses aboard each boat were nothing short of an incredible success," wrote David W. Kish, vice president of administration at Delta Queen Steamboat Co., in a letter to SIU Executive Vice Presi­ dent Joseph SaCco. "Everyone is literally raving about them! . . . Both men proved to be excellent instructors who knew their mate­ rial, and more importantly, pre­ sented it in such a way that it stirred a great deal of interest in the crew. They went above and beyond by offering classes from early morn­ ing until well after midnight." "We were really impressed with him [Cummings] and his pro­ gram," said Keeton, a member of District 2-MEBA who has been sailing 56 years. "He was more than book-learning. He had so much practical experience. I already have ordered stuff to be put into effect that he recommended." Both Cummings and Smith noted this was the first time either of them had been on a riverboaL Both men toured their vessels upon boarding to get an idea of what needed to be addressed and how it could be handled. Both met with the officers and crews to talk about what procedures should be empha­ sized in the cram course. They re­ ported those working onboard could not have been more helpful in allowing the instructors to explore and smdy the vessels. "These steamboats are a com­ pletely different breed," said Smith. "There aie, from the vessels we normally work on, a lot of dif­ ferent challenges that could be faced onboard. The crews deal very closely with the public." Because of the work schedule on the boats, classes had to be sched­ uled when crewmembers were off duty. This meant classes started around 8 a.m. and did not stop some evenings until close to 3 a.m. "We didn't get much sleep, but it was well worth it," Cummings noted. The Delta Queen Steamboat Company had asked Piney Point for onboard firefighting and safety instruction because many of the crew are unable to attend classes at the Lundeberg School. The teach­ ers had planned to hold classes on basic and advanced firefighting, but the agenda was expanded al­ most as soon as they got onboard. Cummings said both men cov­ ered drug awareness, first aid and CPR, rescue operations as well as firefighting. "We had to turn away crewmembers because we ran out of time," he said. On both boats, the instructors saw passengers enter the class­ rooms and listen. "They would come by at dinner and tell us how imprest they were that the com­ pany provided training for their crews," Cummings recalled. One middle-aged female pas­ senger who was watching the fire­ hose training on the shore at Vicksburg, Miss, asked Cummings if she could hold the hose. "She told me she always wanted to do it but was afraid to ask at a firehouse. So we got some crewmembers to hold the hose behind her and told her to turn it on. She was so excited that she came by at dinner that night to thank me again." During Ws voyage on the Missis­ sippi Queen, Cummings had to demonstrate his first aid knowledge on a passenger who was having a heart attack. "I saw the mate come through the dining room. Then the maitre d' came over and asked if I could go to a certain room. The captain turned the boat around, back to Baton Rouge and I stayed with the passenger and the mate until the paramedics came aboard at the shore." Both Cummings and Smith have years of experience as firefighters and parame^cs. Kish said everything he has heard about the training has been positive. "Our people got a great deal out of it," he said. "They can't stop talking about it.. We want to do more in the future. Our hope is to provide instruction on each ves­ sel three times a year to cover fire­ fighting, safety and CPR and damage control. We hope we can work something out." Getting first-hand instruction aboard the Delta Queen from SIU instructor John Smith (far right) on fighting a fire on deck are, clockwise: Woody Brown, porter; Jeff Kettner, deckhand; Ed Smith, deckhand; Taduesz Kornecki, Jr. engineer; Mike Ward, deckhand;. Dan Bryant, carpenter; Kirk Beverung, deckhand (with hose), and Willie Allen, deckhand (with nozzle). the left: Lionel Weber, Addison Jase, Rob­ ert Pou, Marvin Joy and Robert McC­ lemore. LEFT While stopped in Vicksburg, Miss., Mississippi Queen crewmembers get a few more pointers from the instructor. From the left are Lionel Weber, Addison Jase, Robert Pou, Marvin Joy, Paul Thoeny, SIU instructor Byran Cummings and Bill Frietas. SIU instructor ByrariCummings demonstrates to Mississippi Queen crewmembers a quick way to stop the flow of water through a fire hose. Fellow crewmembers take note while Deckhand Tim Stockstill learns the proper techniques to snuff out a shipboard fire. "* ..'•i' •' -'-U ' •M- �-iV'" • "i?''''' • . • •f i 'i.i/.-' i '» VI" f -''.f •- ^V '• > ' '• ' • • ••': t:"k V ' ' ' '•• ' ^ '• V • ' ' • . •'> ' */•* • /'• , , ^ "• V ' ' '' ' '' SEAFAROtS LOG ;v> 12 •5f v.; -*• ytv-'t-' 4!'- Collision at Sea Ciaims Lives of 3 SIU Fishermen USCG Continues Accident Investigation '•'•i . v> f: i->'' M : Aderito Ribau Antonio Fernandes The United States Coast Guard (USCG) is continuing its investi­ gation into a collision between an SlU-contracted fishing vessel and a Greek-registered freighter that claimed the lives of three SIU fishermen. Engineer Aderito Ribau, 56, Deckhand Antonio Fernandes, 48, and Cook Carlos DaCosta, 50, were lost at sea when the New En­ gland was struck at 1:25 a.m., Au­ gust 28 approximately 40 miles southeast of Nantucket, Mass. The three members were asleep when the 591-foot Eurojoy rammed the port side of the 73-fbot New En­ gland in a heavy fog. Captain and owner Manuel O. Vieira, 43, and Mate Domingo Boia, 44, were rescued by the Eu­ rojoy an hour after the accident. According to news reports, the two were at the wheelhouse when the collision occurred. The pair told USCG investigators they were thrown to the starboard side, then the boat rolled and capsized as the, freighter proceeded over it. The boat sank in a matter of seconds. Two Men Live Vieira and Boia managed to free themselves from underneath the water and the wreckage; then cling for an hour to a floating propane gas tank bobbing on the surface. The Eurojoy circled back after the collision and dropped a life raft to rescue the men. A Coast Guard spokesman said it was a miracle the freighter found the survivors because of the fog. He also noted the two were lucky not to have been sucked under by the cufrent. A USCG helicopter took the pair from the Eurojoy to land. Vieira suffered cuts and bruises as well as a severely bruised hip. He was kept overnight in a hospital for observation because he had swal­ lowed a large amount of water. Boia was treated for a broken heel and shock and was released from a hospital that night. ^ \v : {hy." .L \ of the USCG hearings, the New England had set sail from its home port of New Bedford, Mass. at 3:30 p.m. the day before. The fishing boat began trawling for yellowtail flounder in the heavy fog about two hours before the accident. Vieira noted he picked up the freighter on radar when it was ap­ proximately three miles away. The captain said he tried to radio the Greek ship on two different channels, but to no avail. As the Eurojoy was bearing down on the New England, Vieira blew several warning blasts with the boat's horn which woke up Boia. Vieira tried to maneuver the fishing boat but was hampered by the trailing net. As Boia reached the wheelhouse, the freighter struck. According to the Coast Guard, the collision happened in the oneand-a quarter-mile separation zone between the inbound and outbound channels of the Boston Harbor shipping lane. The USCG had not yet determined if the Eurojoy was travelling too fast for conditions and if its fog-horn was working. The Greek freighter was sailing to Norfolk, Va. after delivering a load of salt to Boston. It is owned by Carson International Maritime and operated by Aegeus Shipping SA, both of Piraeus, Greece. Community Mourns New Bedford Port Agent Henri Francois said the accident was felt very deeply by everybody in­ volved in the fishing industry. Like most of the members in New Bed­ ford, all three were bom in Por­ tugal, Francois noted. "These three fishermen were good union brothers," Francois added. "One of the crewmembers, Antonio Femandes, was a union member for more than 20 years." Ribau was survived by his wife, Olinda. Femandes left behind his wife. Rose. DaCosta's wife, Lucila, survived him. A memorial Mass was held Monday, September 3 at Mt. Carmel Church in New Bedford and was attended by friends, family and the fishing community. Fran­ cois represented the Seafarers Intemational Union at the solemn event and sent condolence cards on behalf of the union to the families of the three fishermen lost at sea. USCG Still on Case The USCG still was taking tes­ timony at press time in its investi­ gation of the accident. The Coast Guard had not determined fault for the accident but a USCG spokes­ man stated the testimony appeared to show violations on the part of both vessels. According to published reports y / f .... ,• Carlos DaCosta •' Economic Price Adjustments For 1989 Due Some Members Any crewmember who sailed in 1989 aboard any of the following named vessels is due an economic price adjustment. Waterman Ships Sgt. Matej Kocak Pfc. Eugene Obregon Maj. Stephen W. Pless Maersk Ships Pfc. William Baugh Cpl. Louis J. Hauge Pfc. James Anderson 1st Lt. Alex Bonnyman Pvt. Harry Fisher Please submit copies of dischar­ ges and/or pay vouchers to the union's headquarters. Also in­ clude up-to-date mailing address ' and social security number in any correspondence. Direct informa­ tion to SIU Contract Department; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. Author Seeks Information On WWIFs Operation FB The SIU has been contacted by Harry C. Hutson concerning a book he is writing on the ships that were sent without escort to North Russia during WWII. The author wishes to hear from any individual who was a crewmember during those runs on the Richard H. Alvey, Hugh Williamson, John Walker, John H.B. Latrobe and William Clark. The events that Hutson covers took place in late October or late November of 1942. Because of heavy losses to the North Russia convoys PQ-17 and PQ-18, it was agreed by President Roosevelt and Winston Churchill to suspend fur­ ther convoys to Russia for three months, says Hutson. It was decided to send a number of ships to North Russia, sailing inde­ pendently and without escort. The ships were assembled in Iceland and sailed at approximately 200 mile intervals. Of the 13 vessels that participated in this operation, five were American Liberty ships, seven British and one was Russian. The author has interviewed crewmembers of the British and Russian vessels and now desires to expand his research by talking with American seafarers who sailed on these vessels during the war, par­ ticularly if they were aboard during Operation FB. Harry C. Hutson, a retired radio officer from the Brit­ ish commercial fleet, can be reached at the following address: 90, Bradford Avenue; Cleethorpes; South Humberside, DN35 > OBH; England. WWII Tugboat Veterans Sought by New Group Last year the National Associa­ tion of Fleet Tug Sailors was formed to bring together men and women who have served on the tugboats of the U.S. Navy and Coast Guard. The organization had its first official reunion this month in Orlando, Fla. Those interested in joining the group should contact Bob Yates; 762 Mendocino Avenue, #15; Santa Rosa, Califor­ nia 95401 or call (707)523-4415. Candidate Info Available Through DOD Voting Program American citizens sailing in the U.S. merchant marine can par­ ticipate in the Department of Defense Voting Assistance Pro­ gram. The DOD office operates a voting information center 24hours-a-day. By calling (202)693-6500, an individual can hear recorded mes­ sages from most of the candidates running for federal office. In addi­ tion, information is available on how to register to vote and file an absentee ballot. Tug Added to SlU-Crewed Marltrans Fleet An 11,000 horsepower twin engine tug and a double hull barge joined the Maritrans fleet of petroleum-transport equipment. The tug, MT Constitu­ tion, and the barge. Ocean 400, were christened last month at a dock-side ceremony in Philadelphia. • . •: ... .4 /' �• -VA ,4:s-v: '.v-'-' i y'•'• • ''-i.'-> V 'r.:'' • ' f-:"y r f.i;; • .V t f-( '/ff'r'•'•/->.'« ".?;'M v'i'i,V;' 7 •' ' • > > SiPriMBiR 1990 Sen, Heflin Tells Retirees: 'Jones Act Vital to U.S. * The Jones Act is part of the glue that keeps the American maritime industry together, Alabama's senior senator told a group of SIU pensioners during their annual summer barbecue at the Mobile union hall. Howell Heflin, who voted against attempts to weaken the nation's cargo preference laws during a recent debate on the 1990 farm bill, noted that the United States must have a strong merchant marine to meet its defense strategies. Senator Heflin, who was first elected from the state of Alabama to the federal officd in 1978, also spoke on the quality of life for the state's senior citizens. Heflin, who was a trial lawyer in Tuscumbia and then a chief justice of the state's Supreme Court before run­ ning for the Senate, urged the retirees to remain politically ac­ tive. "We must all work together for a good future," he said. Steve Windom, a candidate for Alabama's senate district 35, also dropped by the barbecue, introduc­ ing his two sons to the Seafarers. The event, which drew SIU pen­ sioners from around the area, gave many of the Seafarers and their wives an opportunity to demonstrate their culinary skills. Alicia Sanders, who works for the union in the Mobile hall, said the retired members "cooked the food to perfection." She reports that the day's menu consisted of barbecued ribs and chicken, potato salad, baked beans, rice, cole slaw and rolls. Desserts came in all shapes "Whitey" Clark, George Pierre, Joe Crawford and Red Harrison get a chance to reminisce with other retirees. Retiree Red House and his wife build up an appetite for the barbecue. Mr. and Mrs. Bradley enjoy being with old friends at the SIU retirees' event. Senator Howell Heflin speaks to the wife of a retired seafarer. SIU pensioners help with the prepara­ tion for the barbecue. and flavors- -from cakes to pies to tarts. Throughout the day, SIU pen­ sioners and their families used the occasion to catch up with each other, exchange sea stories and dis­ cuss local politics. Florence Penny Retires; Spent 33 Years with SIU Clinic Florence Penny, business ad­ ministrator of the Seafarers Brook­ lyn clinic, retired last month after 33 years of service to SIU mem­ bers and their families. "She was the cog in the wheel that made everything happen," said Dr. Joseph A. San Filippo,. national director of the Seafarers Medical Department. Responsible for running the Brooklyn clinic and overseeing the tremendous flow of paperwork, she started working for the SIU right after her high school gradua­ tion. Known to everyone as "Miss Penny," she became a familiar and comforting presence to thousands of Seafarers and their families. "I think the best thing about working for the SIU was getting to know the membership," she said. "In later years, it was a thrill to ship out seamen who I had first met when they were two or three weeks old." When she started working for the SIU in 1957, the union was in the process of opening a nation­ wide system of clinics. It had just hired Dr. Joseph Logue, a retired admiral, to head the new depart­ ment. As one of her first duties, she helped Dr. Logue organize the Bevelon Loche, left, and Henry Koppersmith enjoy the beautiful Mobile, Ala. barbecue weather. Florence Penny was honored at a retirement dinner at Rossini's res­ taurant in Brooklyn, N.Y. With her is her good friend of many years, Joe Logue, son of the late Dr. Joseph Logue, the first head of the Seafarers Medical department. opening of the Pete Larsen Memorial Clinic in Brooklyn, N.Y. "It was quite a ceremony," she said. "Sen. Warren Magnuson IDWash.) gave the keynote address." Starting out as a receptionist, she soon became an indispensable, allpurpose aid to Dr. Logue. Dressed Continued on page 17 AIDS Study Group Proffers A Plan for Education The Seafarers AIDS Forum for Education (SAra), a joint labormanagement committee made up of shipowners and union repre­ sentatives, has finished its Ad­ visory Proposals concerning the issue of AIDS and its effects in the maritime workplace. The committee's work was coordinated by Liz Reisman, who has a Doctorate in Nursing Science and is a'member of the St. Mary's County (Md.) AIDS Task Force. Reisman also heads SAFE's AIDS education program at the Lundeberg School. The forum, which has held a series of meetings since September 1988, researched the latest epidemiological, medical and legal aspects of the disease. AIDS stands for Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, which is caused by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). The HIV virus lives in an infected person's body slowly at­ tacking the person's immune sys­ tem, the body's defense mechanism. The immune system's job is to protect the body from dis­ ease. In time the immune system becomes damaged and serious ill­ nesses occur. There is no cure for the virus although new drugs are available to better treat those in­ fected. The SAFE Advisory Proposals have three main components: education, employment practices and safety. Education is the most effective way to stop the spread of the AIDS/HIV virus. TTie proposals note there is a great deal of incor­ rect information about how the virus is spread. The virus is not spread through casual, everyday contact at work, home, school, stores, restaurants or other public places. It cannot be transmitted by mosquitoes or other insects, through hugging or shaking hands or from telephones, toilet seats or clothing. The Advisory Proposals sug­ gest seafarers infected with the virus or perceived to be infected are entitled to certain job protec­ tions. A seafarer generally has the right to gain and maintain employ­ ment without discrimination as long as he or she is fit for duty, holds a current clinic card and does not pose a legitimate threat to the health and safety of the crew or the public. The health and safety proposals note the AIDS/HIV virus cannot be spread by casual contact in the workplace. The virus can be spread through unprotected sexual con­ tact, intravenous drug use, babies being bom to infected mothers and, in some instances, getting infected blood or other infected bodily fluids into the bloodstream through mucus membranes, skin openings or punctures. Aboard ship, there are simple precautions seafarers can take to avoid HIV infection. Among these are wearing latex or vinyl gloves when cleaning another person's blood, avoid being stabbed by a needle or other sharp object that may be contaminated by blood or other potentially infectious body fluids and thoroughly washing any area of skin immediately after con­ tact with blood or other potentially infectious body fluids. SAFE has begun distributing the.Advisory Proposals. Any other individuals or groups with ques­ tions conceming the proposals can contact SAFE Counsel Deborah Kleinberg at SIU headquarters in Camp Springs, Md. :• • M: M . J! •liiiiii �'• >s. •. ' •• - '• \ Vvj ••?; rt -J. •'"' - »vu <"..*. ^;,,,i^,-*.,> :{••. • '••v..v' ^-'v ' ' X .»-••..» •I ; * 'v 1- 1 .•!. 1» 's •,i.• <•••;'»:'• •••,• ', » . ' ^ >•.'. • .'A .'• !*••? N'- > :r^ J- >;,Vv s •^ i' - ' v;.j •i'i'i t ./ ,ii'ys'''i'. i f'i / r '« i' ,•'^ y •"•• ';. >.•>.> "'•• • --x- v > /..? .» J. , v ^ ^'.'f i .y * ' T v;.'r V•>-.•>'A-vv- "'l • f •» ;.y, .v yy :\-\ •• •' U' . . v, 7y:> ; » .1' .y..' •,»• 1'' *i v-.-^ \'' • •• •<•. r:>' ^ A: - •>,. V.VM' * "> >" ' : • ' ' • ':•' '\ ' »••' " y",. • '••• •' '•',' *' '"T *' •'••'•. "'• T he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 25 members of the union this month. From this group, 19 sailed in the deep sea division, five shipped in­ land, and one each came from the At­ lantic fishermen and railroad marine sections. Brother Prince Baker of New Or­ leans is the oldest of the new pen­ sioners. After serving in the Navy during World War II, he signed on with the SIU in December 1945 to ship in the galley gang. He is 73 years old. Brother Walter Kilgore has been a member longer than any of the others retiring. He first signed on in February 1945 in the port of Tampa, Fla. Brief biographical sketches of these and the other 23 Seafarers fol­ low: ' •••• yy-'ri-/ DEEP SEA ARTHUR B. AUSTIN, 67, joined the Seafarers in January 1966 in the port of San Francisco. The Honolulu native sailed in the engine department as a DEU. Brother Austin has retired to Federal Way, Wash. V- 'j; • fi-:: PRINCE BAKER, 73, joined the SIU in December 1945 in the port of Bal­ timore. He was bom in Little Rock, Ark. and served in the Navy during 1942. Brother Baker shipped as a cook before retiring to New Orleans. ^iyji = ',.;• • Ik"'' CHARLES J. BRENNICK, 65, joined the union in October 1956 in the port of New York. A native of Massachusetts, he sailed most recent­ ly as a third engineer. Brother Brennick lives in Dunnellon, Fla. .,-:• •( -.• ROBERT D. BRIDGES, 62, joined the Seafarers in July 1951 in the port of Lake Charles, La. Bom in Savannah, Ga., he served in the Anhy from 1947 to 1950. Brother Bridges shipped in the steward department. He calls Temple, Texas home. .i.- Ikkv -f: t"'k W-:' 'Y , 'Y' •' ' ." . • i:>. '"•• YY Y Y. JOHN P. CHERMESINO,61, joined the SIU in April 1947 in the port of Boston. The Mas­ sachusetts native sailed in the deck department and upgraded to recer­ tified bosun in October 1979 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Chermesino resides in Boston. p.: f: - • CARLOS FIGUEROA, 64, joined the union in August 1958 at the port of New York. He was bom in Puerto Rico and shipped in the deck depart­ ment. Brother Figueroa has retired to Brooklyn, N.Y. V t,-l ^ t i'l ••'•v',-- v ^ • •. J :i •. •! ' % . .•'•• i. • .•!. •, ... ••'»;! 'V SEAFARm LOG 14 •' vn; '; r ' f •< y ' vf (' r,? » r ; y *:x-i »'i-i ' '• ''''VI ' ' > ' i • f" I 'i .i;. • ..ki i •y'X : .1 '? To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a breif biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. JOSEPH PETRUSEWICZ, 48, joined the Seafarers in August 1955 in the port of Philadelphia. Bom in Massachusetts, he served in the Army from 1949 to 1950. Brother Petrusewicz sailed in the deck department. He resides in Quincy, Mass. CHADBOURNE W. GALT,65, joined the Seafarers in April 1946 in the port of Philadelphia. A native of New Hampshire, he served in the Army from 1950 to 1952. Brother Gait sailed as an able bodied seaman be­ fore he retired to Sevierville, Texas. • FRED F. RASHID, 65, joined the SIU in July 1956 in the port of New York. The Mas­ sachusetts native served in the Army from 1943 to 1945. Brother Rashid sailed as an able bodied seaman before he retired to Middleton,Mass. WALTER KILGORE, 65, joined the SIU in February 1945 in the port of Tampa, Fla. The Texas native shipped as a steward and cook. Brother Kilgore calls Houston home. STANLEY KRAWCZYNSKI, 65, joined the union in January 1952 in the port of Baltimore. Bom in Heidel­ berg, Pa., he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. The deck department veteran attended an educational conference in 1972, then upgraded to recertified bosun in 1974 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Krawczynski calls Orange City, Fla. home. RICHARD D. SCHAEFFER, 65, joined the union in March 1957 in the port of Seattle, Wash. Bom in West Palm Beach, Fla., he served in the Army from 1942 to 1945 and 1947 to 1948. He lost his right leg in Belgium in 1944. Brother Schaeffer shipped as a bosun and AB. His last vessel was the Sea-Land Explorer, He calls Casselberry, Fla. home. LOUIS D. MC­ DUFFIE, 43, graduated in June 1966 from the Andrew Fumseth Training School in his native Mo­ bile, Ala. Brother McDuffie shipped as an able bodied seaman in both the deep sea and in­ land divisions. He resides in Hous­ ton. WILLIE J. SMITH JR., 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in June 1967 in the port of Wil­ mington, Calif. A native of Mobile, Ala., he sailed in the steward department. Brother Smith upgraded to recertified stew­ ard in December 1984 at the Lun­ deberg School. He lives in Los Angeles. RORYA. McLEOD, 71, joined the Seafarers in August 1962 in the port of New Orleans. Bom in Biwabik, Minn., the able bodied seaman had been an 18-year member of the Sailors Union of the Pacific before coining aboard with the SlU. Brother McLeod lives in Nashville, Tenn. ROBERT TILLMAN, 50, graduated in Febmary 1964 from the Andrew Fumseth Training School in New Orleans. The Mis­ sissippi native served in the Army from 1959 to 1961. He upgraded to able bodied seaman in 1968 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Tillman has retired to Saucier, Miss. CATALINO MARRERO, 65, joined the SIU in July 1959 in the port of New York. He was bom in Juncos, P.R. and served in the Army from 1942 to 1947. Brother Marrero shipped as an oiler before retiring to the Bronx, N.Y. v; , • H . '' S •' CLYDE V.EL­ LISON, 64, joined the union in July 1976 in the port of Jack­ sonville, Fla. He was bom in Watauga County, N.C. Boatman Ellison served in the Navy before starting his deck depart­ ment career. He sailed with Crowley TMT before he retired to Patterson, N.C. EUGENE McCULLOUGH, 62, joined the Seafarers in June 1961 in the port of Philadelphia. A native of Gloucester, N.J,, he served in the Army from 1946 to 1948. Boatman McCullough sailed in the deck department. He lives in Philadelphia. WALTER WINTON, 65, joined the SIU in Octo­ ber 1968 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. Bom in Al­ abama, he served in the Navy from 1942 to 1962. Brother Winton shipped in the steward department. He calls Detroit, Mich. home. '• "• k> j yy ''' 1 FORD SOLOMON, 62, joined the union in June 1974 in the port of Mobile, Ala. The Alabama native sailed in the deck department. He has retired to Excel, Ala. ATLANTIC FISHERMEN SANTO MINEO, 62, joined the Seafarers in October 1983 in the port of Gloucester, Mass. The native of Italy sailed as a captain and mate on fishing vessels. He resides in Gloucester. RAILROAD MARINE LEROY TONDU,65, joined the SIU in June 1964 in the port of Frankfort, Mich. He served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. Brother Tondu sailed as an able bodied seaman. He still lives in his native Arcadia, Mich. In the July 1990 issue of the Seafarers LOG, James M. Fuller was listed in the Pensioners column as having worked in both the deep sea and inland divisions. Brother Fuller worked only in the deep sea division. Another James M. Fuller is an active merriber of the SIU inland division. We apologize for any confusion this may have caused. , - ' ' THOMAS A. PAIGE,63, joined the SIU in May 1977 in the port of New Or­ leans. Bom in Soperton, Ga., he served in the Naval Reserves from 1944 to 1945. Boatman Paige shipped in the deck department on Dixie Carriers and Crowley vessels. He calls Richmond Hill, Ga. home. CORRECTION RICHARDO PACHECO, 53, joined the union in August 1961 in the port of New Orleans. The Puerto Rico na­ tive served in the Army before he started his engine department career. Brother Pacheco lives in Santa Isabel, P.R. • INLAND 'Jy'i:., •• • • Vi "•.-.'.ist-V , ^I.''?'# ' , t ' mx J. Y-Y- .r !3 �l/- "SHi'-rf^ "I* r • nni M ,1.'n I'jwi "iii.i>i r :7(.' • . SIPTEMBER mo 75 Letters to the Editor Every Voice Counts My husband and I have been retired from the Seafarers Interna­ tional Union for four years now. We were both active union mem­ bers while we were shipping. Now that we are retired, we work politi­ cally to help maritime causes. I am enclosing a letter which my hus­ band sent to our three repre­ sentatives from Nevada, and their replies. I also serve on a statewide board for Nevadacare which helps to control medical costs for seniors in Nevada. We can be very thank­ ful for our SIU medical plan. Our retired people live across the country. I would like to urge that more of them get involved. Many people do not take the time to do anything. It is amazing what a difference a few people can make. It is also very satisfying to know that you are helping causes that are important to bur industry. Lois and Fred Olson Las Vegas, Nevada Editor's note: The letter sent hy Brother Olson to his state senators and representati ve follows: "I see where the U.S. and Japan Trade Commission have reached an agreement on trade hetvi'een the two countries. One of the proposals that was agreed upon is to open the Alaska oil trade to Japan. This doesn' t make sense for a lot of reasons. As we are now import­ ing 54 percent of our oil, to let Japan have our oil and for us to import oursfrom as far away as the Persian Gulf, over half way around the world, is plain stupid. Another reason is that it would destroy pur U.S. tanker trade on the West Coast, creating havoc for our maritime jobs which are now protected under the Jones Act. As a retired merchant seaman who sailed under SIU, we strongly urge you to oppo.se this section. Our merchant marine fleet, that is, ships which are under American registry, was once the largest in the world, hut has now declined to a poor sixteenth." SIU Helps Prepare for Future Please note that I would like to share with the membership a per­ sonal note of thanks to both Presi­ dent Mike Sacco and Vocational Director Bill Eglinton. Why. . .? Several months ago I had an opportunity to participate in a new upgrading program, the Marine Electronics program. May I say that words cannot adequately express the keen insight, vision and plain industrial savvy that haye gone into the development of this' new program. While other unions are losing work, becoming stagnant, or simp­ ly disappearing, the SIU leadership prepares for the future. . . our fu­ ture! As electronics becomes more and more commonplace in our everyday shipboard life, we as seafarers need to adjust to this change. Gone are the days when we could just leam on the job. Gone are the days when we could catch up in a few years. Now is the ' time to move forward, changing with our industry, instead of dying in it... So, brothers, please allow me to extend my personal thanks to you ... for your insight, dedication and leadership in the development of this program. that is still living? How young is the youngest? I am 74 years old. How many of us are still getting our pensions today? I have written four sea stories based on four different trips that I had made during the war. The first story begins shortly before Pearl Harbor. I sailed to Murmansk as a wiper. We paid off June 2, 1942. The second trip I sailed as an OS. We sailed from New York to Bos­ ton where we loaded ammunition, PX stores and beer. It was a good one. We were sent to Iceland. . .1 was on lookout when we got hit a little after 5 a.m. On the third trip, I was again bound for Murmansk. The convoy ran into a storm and the deck load shifted. We went to Belfast to shore up the deck load. We were too late to catch the last convoy bound for Murmansk. We dis­ charged the cargo in Liverpool. I titled this story "A Wartime Seago­ Charles L. Petersen St. Petersburg, Florida ^ New Contract Is Appreciated The crew of the Sea-Land Com­ mitment would like to express thanks and gratitude for the recent contract negotiated by ... the SIU. We support our new president and are pleased with the changes we have seen take place. The increase in the pension is greatly supported. The registration requirements regarding reliefs was also a change of great convenience to the mem­ bers. Again, we wish to express our thanks and encouragement toward better conditions for the member­ ship of the SIU. J. Pasinosky Bellfont, Pennsylvania Editor's note: In response to Brother Pasinosky's query, ap­ proximately 6,000 merchant mariners died during World War II. Of those, more than 1,200 were members of the SIU. LOG-A-RHYTHM Freed of a Sinking Feeling By Ed Brooks Brother Brooks who is curently upgrading at the union's Lundeberg School, sails as an AB in the inland division out of the Wilmington hall. The Crew of the Sea-Land Commitnient Hurdled from slumber to the sound of grinding thunder my end begins with a flash that immediately followed that heart-stopping crash. All hands all hands! Abandon ship! I fear, good lads, this is our last trip. White-capped waves, ocean dark and deep, my body is not mine for long to keep. Lifeboats away! But that's not in my power. Flames sear davits, waves above my head tower. The final end draws near; everyone senses this and one man does cheer. I'm not afraid I confide myself suddenly tasting the agony of fear. Into the water further we slip as another explosion rocks our ship. Men leap to the water, some with clothing smoking. I remain on deck blinded and choking. A shudder a blast; her back is now broken. She slips below the surface without style or grace, taking with her good lads without a trace. A morsel for Neptune, who swallows with glee as deep waters' pressure crushes the ship around me. Guilded flight, downward slope we float once more to touch land as we settle noiselessly into the bottoms' sand. No stones to carve, no epitaphs to write. The only memorial is inky surface oil seen by none at first light. My body is quite content, it's like it's asleep in the watery womb of Mother Nature as I soar through yet another open door touching the Face of God. i Well Deserved Recognition During Ithe last 11 years as a seafaring soul belonging to the SIU, I've grown to depend on cer­ tain members of the faculty out at the Lundeberg School and at Camp Springs for union business. This letter is to comment on one of those people. She is bright and cheery, de­ pendable and trustworthy. She is one face that hasn't changed over the years. She is always there! You got it!! She's the delightful Betty Smith from Piney Point. Her reputation as a reliable con­ tact flourishes in the industry, out amongst our seagoing group. She is simply an asset to our union. A job well done deserves recog­ nition, do you think so? Kimherly Allen Carter Kamuela, Hawaii Editor's note: Kimherly Allen Carter presently sails as chief steward aboard the USNS Con­ tender. She originally sent this let­ ter to President Michael Sacco, who foixi'arded it to the Seafarers LOG. ing Don Juan." I made the fourth trip to the Mediterranean carrying troops and ammunition. It was a mess... I have sent the first two sea stories and a summary of the other two to five publishers. As an un­ known, I don't stand very much of a chance of getting it published. If anyone knows of a publisher who would be interested in this type of material, have him get in touch with me and I would be glad to send him a copy of the first two sea stories for his perusal. . C- (Permission to reprint the poem above must be obtained from the author.) A Dwindling Breed Now that the Veterans Ad­ ministration hasgiven seamen who sailed in the merchant marine during World War II veteran status, I wonder if you could give me the following information. How, many SIU members fed the fishes during World War II? How many of us that survived were in the SIU at the end of World War II? How old is the oldest SIU vet I :• ••• }, Port Agent Meets with Congressman Congressman Gary L. Ackerman (left) discusses the state of the U.S. flag merchant marine with New York Port Agent Kermit Mangram. • V. •i' • m �-'r'Trr:: li^m^:- .jf r •: ^-r'-'f^: '.y!. >i',^ ^ ". = • ' ; i. •; /'s / y-^ y :f: ^:,-i-;-'';\^ ,• A., f-. ^ '• • ••. • ' •. ..:'•••: •,•..••/•, I V..4:., • 1. .;•• •.,•,• L'-.."v-^..r--'.vi«- >:i7^:^v;^'••I:".•'<.7>:i:.;•- '. • -A'I'I '• *** a'-' I joined the search with the rest of the crew. The tanker had come about and we were steaming slowly back along our outbound track—extra lookouts were posted. The tanker's decks were bright with her loading lights, and from the navigation bridge two powerful spotlights arced slowly across the black surrounding sea. Thin flashlight beams winked like giant fireflies from every quarter of the vessel as men called out. "What the hell does he look like?" "Who knows?" "Never seen 'im." "Joined her just yesterday in Houston." "He's a skinny guy. . . about fifty." We searched with urgency, in­ specting every place a man could fall, climb, jump or be stuffed into. But after thirty or forty minutes. w- ':' - "' V; •. I' . ' 77 ft:, y;,::;v: :f V.'-' I; 7:,.. Vr-' , •• . •- l.-„,, t- ©Copyright 1990 by Larry Reiner. Ail rights reserved by Integra Press, 1702W. Cameiback Rd., Suite 119, Phoenix, Ariz.S5015. . i^' ,,r : y -f i. •' ! -i' JL , i. 1 ' -i - < - • . •.• 1 • •;.•• -• • . .<• v •*•••, &^.-i mancRs 106 .;.• v.-'-vr^s- '^r Kiss the The nerve-shattering sound of the general alarm tore me out of a sound sleep. I groped wildly for my bunk light, completely disoriented, smashing my fingers against the bulkhead till they connected—first with the heavy glass globe and finally with the switch. We were one day out in the Gulf of Mexico, knifing our way through flat seas in perfect weather. When I turned in, disaster was the furthest thing from my mind. Only then, with the general alarm shrilling in my ears, did the fact that I was on a tanker burst into my consciousness. And she was a big one—carrying millions of gal­ lons of high octane gasoline. I knew I should abandon everything, but I kept struggling with the com­ bination till I got my locker open. I managed my pants and shoes and made it to the passagewaystill struggling to pull on my life jacket with one hand while stuffing wallet and seaman's papers in my pocket with the other. ^ FIRE! BREAK-UP!! IM­ MINENT COLLISION!!! These were the specters that raced across my mind as I ran down the pas­ sageway in the wake of more realistic shipmates who had left everything behind. They were al­ ready out on deck heading for their Emergency Stations. "MAN MISSING! THE NEW SECOND MATE!" a seaman shouted from the well deck. I stopped running—relieved that I was not in any danger after all. It was not one of the first of these "three horsemen" that rode with us that night—it was the "fourth one," DEATH—the treacherous one, who wore one of three masks; Murder, Accident or Suicide. T - A SHORTSTORYBY SlU MEMBER LARRY REINER the tempo and interest waned as we concluded that the missing man was over the side. The crew straggled back to the messroom. I joined my watch partners out on the fantail drinking coffee. "Well...Icalled'im at 11:30," Harris, the ordinary seaman on the 8 to 12 watch was explaining. "The door was open but the fo'c'sle was empty. Bed was all made up— didn't look slept in!" *** I lay half-awake in bed thinking about the missing man till 3:30 a.m. when I was called to go on watch. I had been the first to meet him as it was my turn on the gangway when he joined the ves­ sel, and I helped carry his gear aboard. He thanked me for the hand and asked who I was. I told him I was one of the 4 to 8 AB's. "Been with the ship long?" I answered that I had been with her for almost six months. "Well... I suppose you're look­ ing forward to getting off soon and going home?" I felt sorry for the guy—he seemed eager for company, so I stayed in his room talking for awhile before heading back to the gangway. *** I went forward earlier than usual to relieve the wheel, and went up the outside ladder of the bridge. When I got to the captain's deck I quietly opened the door and headed for the companion way leading up to the chartroom and wheelhouse. "Mike!" the Old Man called. "Aye, Sir." I turned back towards the opened door of Cap­ tain Larsen's stateroom. About the Author... SIU member Larry Reiner has made a second career writing about seamen and life in the mer­ chant marine. Reiner draws from his ex­ periences as a union seaman who sailed on non-union Cities Service vessels in the late 1940s during an SIU organizing drive and his 40year career in the merchant marine, most of it spent on tankers. He became a full book member of the SIU in 1951. The SIU member recently pub­ lished his first novel. Minute of Silence. The fast-paced adventure story was written at sea and has captured the attention of a Hol­ lywood film company and a mass market-oriented paperback publishing company. Autographed copies of Reiner's novel are available to SIU mem­ bers and retirees. The hardback book is available for $ 18.95. Ship­ ping costs will be paid by the publishing company. The August 'Come in here a minute.' I entered. The Skipper sat at his desk with a stack of papers, some keys, a wallet and a few other things evidently belonging to the missing man. The mate was also present. "Put the coffee down." The cap­ tain motioned toward the cabinet as he spoke. I could not help looking at the photograph lying on the edge of the desk as I stepped past and set down the tote-tray. It was a color picture of a beautiful young blonde woman with her arms around a pair of little girls as fair and lovely as herself. "The chief mate tells me you spoke with the missing man yester­ day—when he first came aboard." I answered that I had and related almost word for word what was said. "Did he seem worried or any­ thing?" the Old Man asked. "No," I answered, "seemed more like he was just wanting to talk some, Capt'n, so I stayed a few minutes before heading back to the gangway." Just then the steward knocked lightly on the partially opened door. "Found this under his pillow. Sir." He walked over to the desk and handed the captain a long white envelope, "To Mrs. Howard Cole. Hmm... been opened and resealed . . . but never cancelled. Well, I 'spect we should open it." The Old Man glanced at the mate. The steward started to leave the room. "No, Steward. Stay awhile. . . for the record." He put on his read­ ing glasses, then carefully slit open the envelope. Spreading the two pages out on the desk, he read aloud: issue of the LOG announced that postage would be paid on orders received before October but the author's publisher has extended the offer indefinitely. Requests should be made to Integra Press, 1702 W. Cameiback Road, Suite 119, Phoenix, Ariz. 8501,5. AB Larry Reiner aboard the Over­ seas Boston In 1984. "'Dearest, forgive my not saying goodbye. I couldn't take your tears. Jeff took me to the air­ port, and I asked him not to tell you till later that I shipped out. "'By the time you receive this we will have sailed. At first I in­ tended to send this letter off with the pilot, but I've decided to wait instead and mail it from our first port-of-call. "'You always avoided mention of my work when I was shipping regularly, and how happy you were when I agreed to try it ashore when the twins came. But it can't go on like this—no one has need of an ex-seaman over fifty in any decent paying job ashore. We've strug­ gled for three years now and we are only getting buried in debt. "'No, your leaving the twins in someone's care and going back to work is not the answer. "'I suppose your parents were right when they warned you not to marry me. You're really still a child yourself—stuck with some­ one old enough to be your father, but unable to support you like one. '"I'm back now where I belong—and can hold my head up and provide for my family. I'll try to be with you for Xmas. You'll see. Love, the time will pass quick­ ly, and if I can sail steadily for just two or three years we'll be out of debt and have a real nest egg. '"Take good care of yourself while I'm away, and kiss the angels for me—kiss them very often. '"All my love, Howard.'" When he finished reading, the Old Man sat staring down at the picture. "That doesn't sound like someone intending to commit suicide—^more like a man that's found himself and looking forward to life." He cleared his throat and looked up at us. "Captain," the mate's voice was hardly a whisper, "didn't you notice the date?" The skipper repeated the words before they really registered. "The date?" He glanced back at the first page. "March 12th," he said tonelessly, "why that's over two months ago!" As he put the letter down, a small neatly cut piece of newspaper fluttered to the deck. I reached down and picked it up—it was so brief that I had it read before setting it down next to the picture. DALLAS, TEXAS 4/2/90FIRE DEPARTMENT SUS­ PECTS ARSON IN TRAGIC APRIL FOOL'S DAY FIRE WHICH CLAIMED THE LIVES OF A YOUNG WOMAN AND HER TWIN DAUGHTERS. THE WOMAN'S HUSBAND, A MER­ CHANT MARINE OFHCER, IS SOMEWHERE AT SEA AND HAS NOT YET BEEN NOTIFIED. iii • -jai -n.1 ^ �• -•;.; ;• • •-• ••,••! .'r-.- . '.y • •;-v r. . ,r t_ .*;• --" • •. •' ' ••:•''"• ' . s .5' • •-r; r =v ;. ,1 ••» i j f..*" "•!' ••'" • • ''-'r'-'t -.•; , - scmmcR 1990 . -t:' Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea AUGUST 1-31, 1990 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port ^ New Ydr Philadelphii iBaltimore ^ Norfolk Mobile New Orleans San Francisco ;WilmingtoiL Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile JNew Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Jiouston St. Louis jWney Point Totals Port New York Philadelphia lore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans ' JKcksonviK San Francisco Wilniingtoii Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu "^Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals ••REGISTERED ON BEACH Ail Groups Class A Class B Class C lO 38 1 6 12 9 37 9 9 15 fc?«: 29 16 18 11 9 12 6 4 2 7 5 I 3 16 11 0i2. 6 0 4 12 11 fi 121 ^ t 124 249 i'-':-. Jl'/ 116 9 16 9 36 iU '45M 25:W 40 18 8 < 14 Port New Ydfk Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Franciscbl Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Totals Trip Reliefs DECK DEPARTMENT St. Louis sPijaeyiB Totals Mm TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C „ T„ ' 112 I K n 109 24 1 k- 3 5 9 8 0 2 4 7 4 • -> •; / ' 17 5 9 1 11 10 J 4 0 2 1 1 _ i 66 337 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 23 156 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 18 7 3 m"2::w^-v:-Al6. • 1 ,•:« • 2 y- 2 • ' 5 23 yy": •2- • :-:-y|:0;;„ % • 4^ :V 4 9 9 13 9 39 11 21 4 5 : 11 3 162 2 2 4 1 2 4 . '2;y,'£ 3 8 0 27 ' 3 0 9 78 4 0 20 1 0 2.'.::y:^ 40 6 7 12 11 35 12 14 2 6 3 145 0 2 4 2 0 10 1 2 3 13 0 2 'fl 0 10 3 ;yi3y--'y;y.^y.,.4y 6 .yy 67 ••y- 2-y--••• 21 '.y-y 5 0 4 30 6 3 0 1 3 1 5 29 71 24 •v.; : -20^-By.y; y. • yy.ay:-.-' 0 0 x 0 2 ^::yi.-':y- 3 . .2,.. 8 • ,1 99 216 45 32 72 1 3 7 •2'SB 7 9 1 20 3 0 4 66 2 1 4 0 2 2 2 0 12 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 17 1 5 6 9 11 21 4 1 10 15 J3 4 24 J?. 12 7 8 10 14 2 3 3 9 35 40 13 10 1 125 103 0 44 217 3 4 300 ga 1 0 IT r w 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 3 6 5. • •5 16 17 17 7 10 27 9 8 12 5 3 12 7 7 2 35 22 13 5 0 126 0 0 0 0 0 i 1 46 212 4 244 0 0 0 m 0 68 6 V... ^2yi 1 y;y; ol| 2 •"'A"' r 1 6 6 4 15 3 6 4 17 14 3 I 5 8 21 36 16 7 3 25 9 6 18 50 31 6 9 1 145 0 0 139 0 25 220 •••7v W0 1 273 Totals All Departments 663 507 537 620 489 461 142 889 443 407 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of August was up from the month of July. A total of 1,712 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,712 jobs shipped, 620 jobs or about 36 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 142 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 12,877 jobs have been shipped. mmm y, .!- • . yV ... •" -Vyy" • •".. Membership Meeting DeSp Sea, Lakes, Inland Waters Piney Point Monday, October 8 New York Tuesday. October 9 Philadelphia Wednesday, October 10 Baltimore Thursday, October 1! Norfolk Thursday, October 11 Jacksonville Thursday, October 11 Algonac Friday, October 12 Houston Monday, October 15 New Orleans Tuesday, October 16 Mobile Wednesday, October 17 San Francisco Thursday. October 18 Wilmington Monday, October 22 Seattle Friday, October 26 San Juan Thursday, October 11 St. Louis Friday, October 19 5 Honolulu Friday, October 19 Duluth Wednesday, October 17 Jersey Gity Wednesday, October 24 New Bedford Tuesday, October 23 • , •• .yK:;yyS' ;• y.v';Hy.:y Mads poiVs meedhg simis irii 10:30 a.m. Miss Penny Retires Continued from page 13 every day in her traditional white uniform, she was an efficient and conscientious office administrator. "When I think of Florence Penny, I think of just one word: professionalism," said SIU Vice President Jack Caffey. Paul Hall, the late president of the SIU, had made enhancing the medical care available to seamen one of his top priorities. "It was a great dream," she said, "which was fulfilled." The clinics were never designed to provide primary medical care, said Ms. Penny, though timely ac­ tion on the part of SlU-contracted doctors has saved the lives of a number of members. The clinics' main function lay in three areas: job security, preventive medicine and disseminating information. Until the SIU opened its medi­ cal facilities and established a sys­ tem for obtaining clinic cards, seamen were at the mercy of com­ pany doctors. After the SIU established its nationwide system of clinics, no member of the SIU had to worry about being rejected because of political reasons. "It has been an honor working for the SIU all of these years," said Ms. Penny. "My co-workers at the clinic, the membership, union offi­ cials like Leon Hall and Jack Caf­ fey were really great." 0' .'...'fl'v, �.•• • - ii '- ri-#—life's^ « M• w i' —.'' -^4' • ..'t ' ,7.> '.• SOFARERS LOG -'"i r Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes CL—Company/Lakes L—Lakes AUGUST 1-31, 1990 NP—Non Priority •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP TOTAL SfflPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Ail Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT Port STEWARD DEPARTMENT 3 3/0 7 'iU-'l: . 0 ENTRY DEPARTMENT ./fr- .• Totals All Departments ; ®:- ^ - 0 59 43 0 56 33 0 35 Dispatchers' Report for iniand Waters AUGUST 1-31, 1990 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C • • President Michael Sacco s • Secretary-Treasurer Joseph DiGiorgio Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco Vice President Collective Bargaining Angus "Red" Campbell Vice ft-esident Atlantic Coast Jack Cafley Vice President Gulf Coast Thomas Glidewell Vice President West Coast George McCartney Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters John Fay Vice President Government Services Roy A. Mercer 33 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. ••REGISTERED ON All Groups Class A Class B Port York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans San Francisc?cii WUmingtoii Seattle Puerto Rico Houston St. Louis I ^^Hney;i\»pi Totals "7 Totals AU Departments 53 18 25 36 17 9 176 83 63 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. -j I Seohrers Intemationd HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301)899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 (313)794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (301)327-4900 i DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 636 Cooke St. Honolulu, HI 96813 (808) 523-5434 p ..HOUSTON- 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713)659-5152 JACKSONVILLE ''' 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904)353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201)435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pktvy. Mobile, AL 36605 (205)478-0916 NEW BEDFORD ., ' 50 Umon St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans,.LA 70130 (504)529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 ' = (718)499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. . Norfolk, VA 23510 5,(804)622-1892 im^ADELPfHA i 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215)336-3818 PINEY POINT St. Mary's County Piney Point, MD 20674 (301)994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415)861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos.St. • StOp 16 i Santurce, PR 00907 (809) 721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206)441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314)752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wflmington, CA 90744 (?13) 549-4000 #3S.- •rr;v: ^ v;. i • I "• v' "' :: ^ �SmmBiR 1990 Students at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship promoted the school and dis­ played the results of their training in seamanship skills at several public events this summer. A group of trainees participated in an American Sail Training As­ sociation event at St. Mary's (Md.) College. The students competed in a variety of nautical-style events. The highlight of the day for the group was winning the lifeboat races. Later in the summer, another group of trainees represented the school at the Alexandria (Va.) Tall Ships Waterfront Festival. The trainees crewed an information tent, answered questions, passed out school literature and demonstrated the art of knot-tying to all who were interested. Trainee Kirk Jenkins competes in a knot-tying contest. QMED Baredian Earns Degree Alexandria festival-goers watch Lundeberg trainees (left to right) Gary Kypke, Jamie Overby and Gilbert Gildersleeve demonstrate knot-tying techniques. Showing off a giant monkey's fist knot made by the students S mJnn/nT'S are Mike Gott (left) and Jamie Overby. the trainees. A 53-year-old black gang mem­ ber is the second Seafarer to earn an associate of arts degree in marine engineering from the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Arthur H. Baredian began working on the degree in 1988. The QMED said the degree will help him both professionally and per­ sonally. "The college program equips members with all the ad­ vancements our world is making in all walks of life," he told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. Baredian was born in Pit­ tsburgh, but grew up in St. Petersburg, Fla. He attended Pikeville College in Kentucky after graduating from high school. After joining the SIU in 1967, he shipped out of the Wilmington, Calif, hall. He studied at the Piney Point facility for the first time in 1975, earning his QMED, firefighting, lifeboat and LNG en­ dorsements. He returned to the Lundeberg School in 1984 to study for and earn his second engineer's license. Baredian now lives in Jackson­ ville, Fla. and ships from the hall in that northeast Florida city. ,4 4:,4 With dusk settling on the St. Mary's River, the Lundeberg lifeboat team (left) moves out for the win. The winning team at the St. Mary's College lifeboat races include (front row) Darrel Koonce Jr., Bosun Abe Norwood, Noah Jones, Matthew DeNesco, (middle row) William Bussell, Kirk Jenkins, Scott Simms, William Reeley, (back row) Tim Williams, James J. Sannino, Peter Luhn and instructor Jim Moore. Navy Gung-Ho on Oil Spill Course Patuxent River Naval Air Base personnel thank Lun­ deberg School instructors for their help in teaching an oil spill prevention and containment course. From the left are Bill Eglinton, Master Chief Raynor, K.C. Taylor, Jim Shaffer and Lt. Doug Elliot. -y.' Advanced Firefighting Will Be Offered In Feb. The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship will offer a special basic and advanced firefighting class in February for those members who need to have the advanced firefighting training. The special combined course will begin February 11,1991, and run through February 20, 1991. In order to take advanced firefighting at the Piney Point, Md. facility, members must have successfully completed the basic firefighting course. As has been noted earlier in the Seafarers LOG, the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) is recognizing the certificates of those members who graduated from the Freehold, N.J. facility while attending the Lundeberg School as satisfying the requirements for advanced firefighting. The training at Freehold must have been completed between June 5,1978 and December 1,1989. Seafarers must show proof of successfully completing the course to receive USCG credit. The USCG recently announced new regulations requiring advanced firefighting for those men and women upgrading or renewing their maritime licenses. To register for the combined basic and advanced firefight­ ing training. Seafarers should contact the admissions office at the Lundeberg School. All Lundeberg School trainees iand upgraders must com­ plete the basic firefighting course. my. Robert Adams and Robert Adams Jr. are pictured at the Lundeberg School. Robert Adams and Son Follow Call to Sea Brother Robert Adams joined the SIU in 1980. He has upgraded at the Lundeberg School and most recently graduated from the Marine Electronics Technician course. While upgrading last month at the Piney Point facility, Adams, who sails as an AB, has the pleasure of being able to watch his son, Robert Adams Jr., go through the trainee program in class #454. It was Adams Sr. who con­ vinced his son to begin a seagoing career with the SIU—just one of many members of the "SIU family." ='•. �•:t.? V-v|-..V'--l'f'"'., ,\ " I. i- •-\'. '•• 'v, . •••'•,V-V- , •> . .» ",•-. ?' ' ^ .'l,..' •, ', ; .' ;' '/. ., •,:' , T ', '"• -.'• ';..^ "f /-y . •"'. ', SEAFAREKS LOG 20 Striking Eastern Workers Receive Support of Seafarers . • r*.4 Seafarers continue to hit the bricks with their striking brothers and sisters at Eastern Air Lines as possible merger talks with another air carrier continue. SIU members marched with strikers from the International As­ sociation of Machinists (I AM), Air Line Pilots Association and the Transport Workers Union as well as representatives from other unions last month at National Air­ port in Washington and LaGuardia Airport in New York. Piney Point Port Agent Bobby Milan reported a tremendous response from the picketers when the men and women in white caps arrived at National Airport. "They were very happy to see us and glad we remember them," he said. The marches were held to remind prospective passengers that the strike continues at Eastern. Picketers wore buttons reading "No contract, no peace!" as they walked through the airports. The high hopes of reaching a settlement when a federal bankruptcy judge placed the airline's operations under the control of a trustee in April have diminished consider­ ably. Union representatives have met with trustee Martin Shugrue but no significant progress in contract talks were made. Eastern has re­ called some of the pilots and flight attendants who would not cross the Marching through the Eastern terminal at National Airport are (left to right) AB Blu Awong, FOWT Paul Barbadillo, Chief Steward Mike Thornton, Asst. Cook Gordon Anderson, AB Greg Agren and QMED Carmine Barbati. Machinists' picket line, but the company has retained the scabs who kept the airline barely flying since the strike began last year. Meanwhile, the striking em­ ployees a:re awaiting word on the possible merger of Eastern with Northwest Airlines. Union repre­ sentatives from both airlines have been meeting to discuss a possible merger of seniority lists should the, buyout take place. JAM spokes­ man Frank Ortis said the union is" in "a waiting mode" concerning a possible merger. Talk of a possible merger began shortly after Shugrue was ap­ pointed. While the company has denied Eastern is for sale, union sources have said a merger could be near with the Eastern creditors looking at a possible deadline for merging, continuing operations or Hitting the bricks with strikina lAM members at the National Airport are SIU members (left to right) Port Agent Bobby Milan, Oiler Roger Hammitt and AB Lyie Davis. closing down completely by fall. Eastern also made headlines last month when the company was in­ dicted in a New York fedetal dis­ trict court on criminal charges of falsifying maintenance records before the strike. Shortly after the grand jury an­ nouncement was made. Continen­ tal Holdings chairman Frank Lorenzo announced he was selling his stock for $30 million to Scandi­ navian Airlines System. Although striking unionists were glad to see Lorenzo bail out of Eastern's parent company, they noted he got three times the value his stock would have had on the market. The strike by the Machinists began one day after Lorenzo locked them out of their jobs on March 3, 1989. Eastern's pilots and flight at­ tendants joined the JAM in a sym­ pathy walkout, effectively stopping the airline. Lorenzo filed for bank­ ruptcy protection March 9, 1989. His Texas Air Corporation has been trying to rebuild the company by sale of money-making operations like the Eastern reservation system and Latin American routes, with scab employees and through the court system. ^ AFL , Greg Agren, AB, left, and Gordon Anderson, assistant cook, join in Eastern's picket line. ATU Members Thank SIU for Help During GreyhountI Strike li'-.-' V- '•::\'r t:*.' • K-% •; ,-. ' * •;' :•, Striking members of the Amal­ gamated Transit Union (ATU) are praising the efforts of the SIU for its help during their ongoing dis­ pute against Greyhound. Robert Beard, a spokesman for the Washington ATU local, said the presence of the white caps on the picket line has not gone un­ noticed. In a Labor Day note of thanks to the union. Beard wrote: "Often the feeling is one of 'who else knows we're still put here?' Then we plan a rally to put the message across once more and hope somebody will come. The Seafarers come! And they bring with them the profes­ sionalism and solidarity of the seafaring trade. Without a doubt, there would be no rally without the members of the SIU." Seafarers participated in a Washington rally last month for the striking employees. For several members, it was the first time they had walked a picket line. "It's pretty cool," said Spencer Smith of Hattiesburg, Miss. "You've got to support who you've got to support." "It's a trip," noted another firsttimer, Joe Degen of Nederland, Texas. "They (the ATU members) shoiild get what they want. They've been working for this or­ ganization for years." As the Greyhound strike enters its sixth month, the company has refused to meet with union repre­ sentatives for more than 9,000 strikers since early June, The com­ pany had offered the ATU as a contract a four-year wage freeze followed by a 3 percent hike in each of the next two years. Greyhound also sought to eliminate about 4,000 union jobs. Union members had agreed to wage rollbacks that had reduced the average salaries of bus drivers from $31,000 to $24,000 annually in their two previous contracts. However, union negotiators said they had had enough and were asking to recover some of the givebacks, especially since Greyhound turned a profit in 1989. The ATU went on strike March 2. The company responded by hiring 3,000 scab drivers and unilaterally declaring the strike over in May. A few days later, the National Labor Relations Board announced the union had grounds to file charges of unfair labor prac­ tices against Greyhound and its president, Fred Currey. A hearing has been scheduled for November. On June 4, Greyhound filed for bankruptcy protection. It has until October 4 to file a reorganization plan. The union has been meeting with prospective buyers in hopes of ending the labor dispute through that method. SIU SUPPORTS cuiEYiioimo STBIKR SIU SUPPORTS GREYilOUSI STRiKB I SIU members Jason Fields (left) and Benjamin Stanley listen with striking Greyhound employees to AFL-CK ~ • 10 speakers during a rally in Washington, D.C. last month. Piney Point Port Agent Bobby Milan leads SIU members (left to right) Benjamin " • Doyle, • Daniel • Brotsch * ' and and" Stan ey, Joseph DegOn, Ronald Saragusa, Kevin Roy Blankenship past the Washington D.C. Greyhound terminal. Showing their support for striking ATU brothers and sisters are SIU members Spencer Smith and Scott Burrier. .'i- �SiPmBER 1990 21 — :v€ Of union sblpboard minutes mne s^ be omitted. B$ possible. te-I' - upon reci^ pf the ships minutes. FRANCES HAMMER (Ocean Shipholding), June 24 — Chairman Walter Petty Jr., Secretary Kris A, Hopkins, Educational Director Terry Jacobsen, Deck Delegate Royce Kaufman, Engine Delegate Daniel Campbell, Steward Delegate Toyo Gonzales. Chairman re­ ported vessel would be in shipyard dur­ ing August. He said ship would discharge in Baytown, Texas, then travel to Jacksonville, Fla. to load for a trip to the Soviet Union. He thanked the crew for a good trip, saying it was one of best in his career. Secretary thanked crew for keeping messhall clean at night. He said open galley system met with great suc­ cess. He reminded members leaving to have rooms cleaned for their reliefs. Edu­ cational director reminded members to take advantage of educational opportuni­ ties at Finey Point. Treasurer announced $280 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Seafarers LOGS re­ ceived in Palermo, Italy. Relief steward asked contracts department for clarifica­ tion of payment for extra meals. Crew asked contracts department for clarifica­ tion of duties of DEU and to consider if members could work one trip, one trip off. New televison ordered and should be installed in Jacksonville. Crew re­ quested fans for each room because of problems with air conditioning. Steward Kris Hopkins and Chief Cook Toyo Gonzales thanked for jobs well done. Next ports: Baytown and Jacksonville. ROBERT E. LEE (Waterman), June 8 — Chaiiman Joseph Herron, Secretary Paui Huiit, Educational Director B. F. Cpoley, Deck Delegate J. R. Hundley, Engine Delegate James A. Slay, Stew­ ard Delegate Alex A. Jaradie. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported not receiving any Seafarers LOGS or other union communications when over­ seas. Crew reminded to take up beefs with department delegate. Chief electri­ cian asked crew to take care of washing machines to make them last longer. Next ports: Newport News, Va. and New Or­ leans. USNS INVINCIBLE (U.S. Marine Man­ agement), June 18 — Chairman Ann E. Fuller, Secretary T. T. Conley, Deck Delegate Mike Stein, Engine Delegate Sid Strados, Steward Delegate James Sivelle. Chairman announced deck members' request to have contracts de­ partment investigate increase in vacation Propping Up the Prop QMED Mike Novak looks dwarfed by the giant screw of the Sea-Land Liberator which was in drydock in Yokohama, Japan for repairs. freezer had been worked on but still not working properly. Secretary stressed im­ portance of donating to SPAD to look after political interests and provide Job security. Educational director en­ couraged members to upgrade at Lun­ deberg School. Treasurer noted $562 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked to limit wash loads as washer needs repairs. Several crewmembers said they were looking forward to next port in Greenland to see icebergs for first time. Next port: Thule, Green­ land. LNG VIRGO (Energy Transportation), July 29 — Chairman Billie Darley, Sec­ retary Francis Ostendarp, Educational Director George Lindsay. Chairmaq an­ nounced George Reilly of ETC will come aboard in August. He reminded crewmembers to respect rights of others while ashore. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew said it was waiting word of new contract. Crew voted to prohibit smoking in messhall during meal hour. Next port: Bontang, Indonesia. MOBILE{Apex Marine), July 22,1990 pay. She announced galley would make sure those on watch get fed first. She reminded crew to clean lounge after using it. Educational director provided information on alcohol and drug abuse. No beefs or disputed OT reported. En­ gine delegate reminded members to clean lint filters in dryer after use. Crew asked to keep noise level down during night. Next port: Glascow, Scotland. CHARLES L eflOMW (Transoceanic Cableship), July 30 — Chairman Jeremiah J. Harrington, Secretary Delvin M. Wilson, Educational Director Bobby Stearman, Engine Delegate Rob­ ert Powers, Steward Delegate K. Cabato. Chairman noted ice machine and reefer boxes still down. He dis­ cussed highlights of new contract. He asked contracts department to review OT for deck members working Saturday eve­ nings. Secretary said he is working with captain to create slop chest onboard. Edu­ cational director announced purchase of volleyball and tennis gear for crew pic­ nics and outings. Treasurer reported $1,300 in ship's fund which has been aided by members saving scrap copper and aluminum. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Deck delegate praised work of Chief Cook Wilfredo DeLeon. Crew stated it was pleased with changes in con­ tract and retirement plan. Next port: Honolulu. CPL LOUIS J. HAUGE JR. (Maersk), July 1 — Chairman Paul Harper, Secre­ tary William Justi, Educational Director Benjamin Conway, Deck Delegate Thomas Fowler, Steward Delegate Ra­ phael Burcbfield. Chairman stressed safety at meeting. He urged crew to re­ port safety hazards. He reminded mem­ bers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. He went over welfare forms and applica­ tions aboard vessel. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward delegate said car­ pet in crew quarters will be steamcleaned soon. Crew reported repairs needed on washing machine and radio/television antenna. Crew praised galley gang for great Fourth of July buf­ fet. Next port: Diego Garcia. FRANCES HAMMER (Ocean Shipholding), July 29 — Chairman R. Wil­ son, Secretary Kris Hopkins, Educational Director T. Jacobsen, Deck Delegate D. Griffin, Engine Delegate G. Demotropolous, Steward Delegate Toyo Gonzales. Chairman announced television received in Jacksonville, Fla. He reminded crew of policy of no alco­ hol aboard ship and said periodic room searches would take place. He thanked crew for making this pleasant voyage so far. Secretary inform^ crew vessel scheduled for shipyard at end of August. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer an­ nounced $150 in ship's fund. He said money was spent for compact disc player for crew's lounge and football up­ dates. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew receiving Seafarers LOG in each port. Steward department, especially Chief Cook Toyo Gonzales, was thanked for exceptional food and allaround professionalism. Next port: Nor­ folk, Va. LAWRENCEH. GIANELLA (Ocean Shipholdings), July 7 — Chairman Paul Hulsebosch, Secretary K. Paulson, Edu­ cational Director Howard Daniels, Deck Delegate James Henry, Engine Delegate Ernest Lacunza, Steward Del­ egate Vincent Ortiz. Chairman an­ nounced garbage cans for only plastics have been placed in galley. Crew's . i I f:M • • 'i£ . ii f''J' ' ''Mm Aboard the Sealift Caribbean Crewmembers aboard the USNS Sealift Caribbean hold a union meeting while the vessel discharged jet fuel at the Steuart Transportation Company docks in Piney Point, Md. Pictured above, from the left are SlU Bepresentative Edd Morris, Bosun Jim Mitchell, Steward Assistant Darryl Brown, Steward/Baker "Johnny Reb" Poovey and AB Teddy Daniels. GUA YAMA (Puerto Rico Marine), July 30 — Chairman G. R..Kidd, Secretary Jonny Cruz, Educational Director Ken Linab, Deck Delegate J. Korchak, En­ gine Delegate J. W. Parrish, Steward Delegate A. DeSimone. Chairman said trip was smooth for vessel coming out of 40-day layup. Secretary reviewed new contract and thanked crew for keeping vessel clean. Educational director dis­ cussed need to upgrade at Piney Point to make sure qualified people are available for new jobs. Deck delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment to review allowing out-of-town members to register while waiting for drug screen clearance. Crew thanked SIU President Michael Sacco for his ef­ forts in gaining new contract, which came as surprise after previous two agreements. Steward department thanked for fine meals and service. Next ports: Elizabeth, N.J, Baltimore and San Juan. LIBERTY SUN (Liberty Maritime), July 29 — Chairman Hugo Dermody, Secretary Jonathan White, Deck Delegate Robert Favalora, Engine Delegate Glen Mazzara, Steward Delegate Fred Lindsey. Chairman an­ nounced Seafarers LOG received in Aqaba, Jordan and crew was very happy with raise. He announced crew's support for officials looking out for membership and pensioners. He reminded crew to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: New Orleans. LIBERTY WA VE (Liberty Maritime), July 22 — Chairman Mark Trepp, Sec­ retary Paul Stubblefield, Deck Delegate J. Higglns, Engine Delegate L. Ander­ son, Steward Delegate Charles Jones. Chairman announced trip was very pleas­ ant with good crew and fine food. Ship got slightly dirty because it was carrying coal. Secretary commended work of AB Al Barnett who rescued puppy in Cairo, Egypt that fell into water between barge and dock. Treasurer reported $130 in ship's fund. Deck delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by engine and steward delegates. Crew asked for short wave radio for lounge. Crew thanked Chief Steward Paul Stubblefield and Chief Cook Charles Jones for special food served as well as the variety and preparation of salad bar and extra goodies. — Chairman Antonios Trikoglou, Secretary James H. Gleaton, Education­ al Director J. Martin, Deck Delegate Gregorio Ortiz, Engine Delegate Drew Brown, Steward Delegate Francisco Tirado. Chairman spoke about new con­ tract to members. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for its fine food. Next port: New York. OVERSEAS ALASKA (Overseas Maritime), July 8 — Chairman E. K. Bryan, Secretary J. E. Price, Education­ al Director T. Koubek, Deck Delegate Jessie L. Mixon, Engine Delegate Gary Danos. Chairman discussed new con­ tract with crew and thanked SIU Execu­ tive Vice President Joseph Sacco and union negotiating officials for best con­ tract members have had in many years. He noted addition of second pumpman was needed greatly. He said recognition of King holiday is plus to membership. He urged members to give to SPAD. Secretary told members about beautiful facilities at Lundeberg School and ad­ vised them to take advantage of them. Educational director reminded crew not to throw plastics overboard. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked con­ tracts department to consider increase in pension for those already retired. Mem­ bers reminde/^to leave filled-out welfare applicatioiv^^^e in case family needs thenk^Mdepartments thanked for working weM^ther. Next port: Freeport, Texas. OVERSEAS HARRIETTE{Maritime Overseas), July 8 — Chairman J. J. Wil­ liams, Secretary V. Sanchez Jr., Engine Delegate Wilbert Miller, Steward Delegate Curtis Brodnax. Chairman said he still is awaiting word of where payoff will take place. He noted crew got along well on this voyage. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked launch service schedule be coordinated with steward department working hours. Galley gang thanked for job well done. Next port: New Orleans. OVERSEAS NEWORLEANS (Mari­ time Overseas), July 29 — Secretary C. Corrent, Educational Director Charles Clausen, Deck Delegate John Batorski, Steward Delegate William Simmons. Secretary urged members to help get new movies. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Members asked welfare plan to / look into some problems with medical Continued on page 22 •.. i • •j'i 1 w ' £1 VT •i- • , •X ' •; • f.'- •yl":. •'•"I . •. J-' • -'d �--• --:i'rr''rhTf^ps?j^««:; .,. . .;s, ••.I {-•' ' "• 22 '' Ships Digests •i • Continued from page 21 bills that have not been paid. Overall, crew said they were happy and ship was good one on which to work. Next port: Texas City, Texas. ;/ --i :,||y:;:^.^ OVERSEAS OHIO (Maritime Over­ seas), July 31 — Chairman R. Wardlaw, Secretary E. Gray, Educa­ tional Director R. Durand, Deck Dele­ gate Willie Chestnutt, Engine Delegate Robert Santos. Chairman announced ev­ erything was running smoothly. He said pumpman had repaired faucet in clean­ ing gear locker. He noted he was with second mate during search of crew quar­ ters. He told members vessel would be on Panamanian run for long time. Secre­ tary mentioned need for ship's fund. Edu­ cational director urged members to view safety films in spare time. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward depart­ ment thanked for job well done. Next port: Channelview, Texas. PONCE (Puerto Rico Marine), July 29 — Chairman Donald Wagner, Secretaiy Jose Chacon, Educational Director Eric Frederickson, Deck Delegate joe Boevink, Engine Delegate Valentin Martinez, Steward Delegate Pedre Sepulveda. Chairman told crew he had repair list. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked SIU President Michael Sacco for new contract and changes in pension plan. Steward department was thanked for Job well done. SEA WOLF(Crowley Maritime), July 15 — Chairman Edward Latimer, Sec­ retary Philip Paquette. Chairman re­ ported voyage went well. He noted one safety problem with grating on crane 1. He said sailing board is serious problem, especially in Rio, with constantly chang­ ing times, No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next ports: Norfolk, Va. and Philadelphia. • " •> . ; SEA-LAND ACHIEVER (Sea-Land Service), July 25 — Chairman N. Pratts, Secretary R. Griswold, Educa­ tional Director Mark Serlis. Chairman noted television was repaired last trip but audio control problems remain. He said new radio should arrive this trip. He said he had no information on new contract or raises. Secretary reminded members drug testing has been reinstated and clearances are good for six months. Edu­ cational director urged members to at­ tend Lundeberg School. Treasurer announced $60 in ship's fiind and $90 in movie fund. No beefs of disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked new copies of ship­ ping agreement be sent to ship. Crew asked contracts department to review re­ pealing eight-month shipping rule to six months. Next ports: Elizabeth, N.J., Nor­ folk, Va. and Charleston, S.C. ,• ! '• «/' I SEA-LAND ANCHORAGE(Sea Land Service), July 26 — Chairman J. Lundborg, Secretary C. Modellas, Chief Electrician K. Bertel, Deck Dele­ gate John Kelly, Engine Delegate A. M. Hussair, Steward Delegate Aubrey Gething. Chairman briefed members on new contract. Crew gave SIU President Michael Sacco special vote of confi- dence for job well done. Educational di­ rector noted shipping rule change regarding QMED upgrading. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to galley gang and especially to Chief Cook Aubrey Gethlng. SEA-LAND ATLANTIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 22 — Chairman Willoughby Byrd, Secretary J. Rivera, Educational Director Richard Williams. Chairman said crew is awaiting specifics on new OT rates. Secretary said galley running short on stores with extra members on­ board. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Next ports: Charleston, S.C., Port Everglades and Jacksonville, Ra. and Houston. SEA-LAND COMMITMENT (SeaLand Service), July 29 —- Chairman SUFARERS LOG " •.••• John Green, Secretary K. Long, Deck Delegate Alien Hitt, Engine Delegate Manuel Beata, Steward Delegate Man­ uel Salazar. Chairman reported smooth sailing so far. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment to review inclusion of unfit-forduty time for eligibility in graduated death benefit. Engine department thanked for fixing appliances in galley. Steward department thanked for its good food. Next ports: Boston, Elizabeth, N.J. and Norfolk, Va. SEA-LAND CONSUMER (Sea-Land Service), July 30 — Chairman Oria . Ipsen, Secretary A. Romeo, Engine Del­ egate Jose Villot Jr. Treasurer an­ nounced $179 in ship's fund. Disputed OT reported by deck and engine dele­ gates. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward delegate. Galley gang thanked for job well done. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Service), July 22 — Chairman Elex Gary Jr., Secretary R. C. Agbulos, Edu­ cational Director Joe Ortiz, Deck Dele­ gate Thomas Schroeder, Engine Delegate Leonardo Papa, Steward Dele­ gate Edmund Papa. Chairman an­ nounced new radio would be installed in crew's lounge. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND EXPRESS (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 27 — Chairman J. M. Ard, Secretary Paul Calimer. Secretary re­ quested copy of new contract for crewmembers. He said microwaves and two mattresses were ordered. Steward delegate reported disputed OT and beefs. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and engine delegates. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND LIBERA TOR (Sea-Land Service), July 5 — Chairman J. M. Keefef. Secretary W. Williams, Educational Director S. B. Crader, Engine Delegate J. Paminiano, Steward Delegate All Mugalli. Chairman announced payoff set for Long Beach, Calif. He said every­ thing running smoothly. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port: Long Beach. vice), July 17 — Chairman Ubie E. Nolan, Secretaiy Caesar F. Blanco, Ed­ ucational Director James E. Roberts, Deck Delegate J. E. Pegg, Engine Dele­ gate Richard J. Mullen, Steward Dele­ gate C. G. Gomez. Chairman noted Seafarers LOG had not been received for several months. Secretary asked con­ tracts department to consider reducing eight-month shuttle to six months. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew in­ formed articles have been reduced from six months to four. Crew thanked Bosun Ubie Nolan for keeping main deck clean and painted. Crew also thanked galley gang for job well done. Next port: Manila-Subic Bay, Philippines. SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 20 — Chairman A. J. Palimo. Secretary Norman Johnson. Secretary announced new mattresses had been ordered. Treasurer noted $10 in movie fund. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck and steward delegates. Crew said it still was waiting for new contract. Members reminded to return plates to pantry. Crew thanked steward department, especially Chief Cook Cur­ tis Howard, for good quality of food. STAR OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), July 22 — Chairman Gene Paschall, Secretary I. Fletcher, Educa­ tional Director Christopher Beaton, Steward Delegate Lonnie Bettis. Chair­ man announced payoff set for July 28 in Beaumont, Texas. He reminded mem­ bers to donate to SPAD and upgrade at Lundeberg School. He noted trip had been smooth. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for patrolman to see that tanks are repaired for cold water for crew and officers. Members thanked steward department for its fine work. Next port: Beaumont. UL TRAMAR (American Marine Transport), July 10 — Chairman B. Born, Sec­ retary C. N. Johnson, Educational Director E. J. Gibson. Chairman said he did not know where ship would load next. He stated crew waiting for copy of new contract and wage increases. He noted trip had been good so far. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew noted need for new washing machine and reported shower leaks. SEA-LAND NEWARK BAY (SeaLand Service), July 8 — Chairman M. Galliano, Secretary H. Rahman, Educa­ tional Director R. Caldwell, Deck Delegate A. Debelich, Engine Delegate James McCray. Chairman thanked crew for smooth voyage. He said he is waiting for copy of new contract. He noted donation was collected for AB George May who suifered fatal heart at­ tack off coast of Florida. He also an­ nounced ashes of Brother Harvey Milstead were scattered in North Atlan­ tic on this voyage. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to look into allowing emergency relief for per­ manent and rotary jobs because of sick­ ness, accident or emergency at home. Crew also asked for review to increase optical, dental and pension plans. Crew stated need for new washer and dryer. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next ports: Charleston, S.C., Port Everglades, Fla. and Houston. CHARLESTON (Apex Marine), Au­ gust 12 — Chairman Mark Ruhl, Secre­ tary J. Gonzalez. Chairman announced ship would layup in Baltimore for ap­ proximately three weeks in August. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Next port: Baltimore. SEA-LAND PACER (Sea-Land Ser­ OMI CH!4/76£/7(OMI Corporation), AMERICAN EAGLE (Pacmc Gulf Ma­ rine), August 5 — Chairman Billy East­ wood, Secretary Floyd Bishop, Educational Director Dennis Baker, Deck Delegate Spilios J. Kosturos, En­ gine Delegate Terry Miller, Steward Delegate Gloria Holmes. Educational di­ rector reminded members to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer announced $180 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port: Bayonne, N.J. Sealift Caribbean Runs Coastwise :•% Ready for the next voyage of the coastwise running USNS Sealift Caribbean are, from the left, SA Darryl Brown, AB Leslie Choice and OS Lee Danielson. .1 August 5 — Chairman F. R. Schwarz, Secretary N. Johnson, Educational Di­ rector W. Yarber, Deck Delegate R. L. Cooper, Engine Delegate H. Archer. Chairman announced tanker would con­ tinue coastwise run. Both he and secre­ tary thanked SIU President Michael Sacco and all who negotiated new con­ tract and changes in pension plan. Educa­ tional director urged members to attend Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for its fine job. Next ports: Port Everglades, Fla. and Texas City, Texas. OVERSEAS CHICAGO (Maritime Overseas), August 3 — Chairman George Giraud, Secretary L. Frazier. Chairman announced site of upcoming payoff. Secretary said fresh provisions would come ontoard at next stop. He thanked crew for courtesy in mess hall and galley. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted repairs needed for air conditioner and fan in crew's lounge and vents in galley. Members also said new furniture needed. SEA-LAND DISCOVERY (Sea-Land Service), August 4 — Chairman H. Fisher, Secretary J. Collis, Educational Director A. Garcia, Deck Director P. Torres, Engine Delegate P. Gago, Stew­ ard Delegate R. Escobar. Chairman an­ nounced pay adjustments would be made for period from June 16 to July 1. He said payoff would take place as soon as patrolman arrives in Elizabeth, N.J. He announced vessel would be going to Aruba after stop in Jacksonville, Fla. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew complained about guards checking members' packages while in Puerto Rico. Crew thanked steward department for good food and deck department for keeping messhall clean. Next port: Elizabeth, N. J. SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE (SeaLand Service), August 4 — Chairman A. J. Eckert, Secretary E. H. Jackson, Edu­ cational Director G. L. Ackley. Chair­ man said crew awaiting word on new contract. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Galley gang thanked for its good work. SEA-LAND PACIFIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 5 — Chairman L. Freeburn, Secretary F. Sison, Educa­ tional Director S. Bigelow, Deck Dele­ gate J. Zimmerman, Engine Delegate Cliff Akers, Steward Delegate L. Spread. Chairman discussed crew's restriction to ship in Hong Kong because of typhoon. He said he would request ice machine be repaired or replaced. He noted crew asked Sea-Land that doctor in Hong Kong be replaced as treatment is deplorable. Educational director spoke about correspondence courses available from Lundeberg School. Treasurer an­ nounced $95 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department and all hands in­ volved in cookouts. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND TACOMA (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 2 — Chairman Dana Cella, Secretary David Boone, Educa­ tional Director T. L. Cowan, Deck Dele­ gate Greg Taylor, Engine Delegate Jonathan Washburn, Steward Delegate Strode Call. Chairman announced pay­ off August 3 upon arrival in Tacoma, Wash. Secretaiy distributed new edition of Seafarers LCXJ. Treasurer urged mem­ bers to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed new contract. Steward department thanked for its fine job. Next port: Tacoma. USNS WILKES (Mar Ship), August 11 — Chairman Hershel Turner, Secretary John Parkhurst, Deck Delegate Darrel Thomas, Steward Delegate Abdel Mo­ hammed. Chairman turned over $300 ship's fund to newly elected treasurer, QMED Ron Howard. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew agreed to no television during meals. Members re­ minded to keep mess hall clean. Crew created clothing pool for those members who lose luggage in route to vessel. ci ;•* fi- •• �•'/ i.f . r.K ' '• H.Jj.-: r\. SEPTEMBER 1990 DEEP SEA ELMER ANNIS Elmer Annis, 66, passed away July 18. The Anacortes, Wash, native served in the Naval Reserves from 1942 to 1943. He joined the " Seafarers in October 1967 in the port of San Francisco when he transferred his membership from an SIUNA affiliate, the Sailors Union of the Pacific. Brother Annis was an active member of the deck depart­ ment when he died. MARIANO ARROYO Mariano Arroyo, 70, died June 25. Bom in Puerto Rico, he Joined the SIU in April 1940 in the port of New York. Brother Arroyo, a deck department member, was noted for helping the union whenever asked and participated in several organizing drives in Puerto Rico. He retired in Sep­ tember 1969. WILLARD BICKFORD Willard Bickford, 71, passed away July 27. He was bom in Louisiana and served in the Marines from 1935 to 1939. He Joined the union in July 1944 and sailed in the steward department. Brother Bickford started collecting his pension in March 1966. GLADSTONE DOLPHY Gladstone Dolphy, 79, passed away in a San Francisco hospi­ tal May 19. He Joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards, before its merger with the SIU, in 1951. Brother Dolphy retired in February 1976. He was buried May 25 in Olivet Cemetery in Colma, Calif. His wife, Ethel, survives him. LEON FRANKLIN Leon Franklin, 76, died July 10. He was a charter member of the SIU,hav­ ing Joined in January 1939 in his native New Orleans. Brother Franklin sailed in the steward department. He began receiving his pension in June 1979. LESTER HERBERT Lester Herbert, 72, passed away March 14 at the Bay City (Mich.) Medical Center following an extended illness. The Louisiana native Joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1945. He became a member of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District in July 1978 when the unions merged. Brother Her­ bert started drawing his pen­ sion in 1979. He was buried in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Saginaw, Mich. EDWARD BISS Edward Biss, 70, died Au­ gust 7. A native of Wallington, N.J., he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Brother Biss Joined the Seafar­ ers in September 1950 in the port of New York. The engine department member upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1984. He retired in April 1985. CLYDE CUMMINS Clyde Cummins, 61, passed away July 15. Bom in Barba­ dos, he Joined the SIU in May 1974 in the port of New York. Brother Cummins started in the engine department and up­ graded at the Lundeberg School in 1975. He switched to the steward department and up­ graded to assistant cook at the school in 1983. He was an ac­ tive member at the time of his death. RAFAEL DeARCE Rafael DeArce, 77, died April 10. The Mayaguez, P.R. native Joined the union in September 1961. Brother DeArce shipped in the steward department before he started receiving his pension in December 1977. NOREL JORGENSEN Norel Jorgensen, 68, died May 31. Bom in Minneapo­ lis, he Joined the Seafarers in January 1944 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Jorgensen was a rriember of the black gang. He retired in Janu^ 1984. MARTIN LYNCH Martin Lynch, 79, passed away July 19. He was bom in Rockaway Beach, N.Y. and Joined the SIU in September 1943 in the port of New York. Brother Lynch sailed in the galley gang before he began collecting his pension in September 1981. JAMES McCHRYSTAL James McChrystal, 64, died June 17 at a Gresham, Ore. hos­ pital. The native of Northem Ireland Joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1945. He retired in April 1974. Brother McChrystal was buried in Gethsemani Cemetery in Portland, Ore. He is survived by his wife, Helen. THOMAS H. McQUAY Ihomas H. Mc­ Quay, 38, suc­ cumbed to cancer at his home in Lexing­ ton Park, Md. August 4. He was bom in Jacksonville, Fla. and gradua­ ted from the Lundeberg School in August 1970. Brother McQuay upgraded at Piney Point several times to reach the rat­ ing of recertified steward. He was an active member when he passed away. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn; daughter, Tquilla; mother Gladys: four sisters; two brothers and many nieces and nephews including Jacksonville Patrolman An­ thony McQuay. DAVID MANAFE David Manafe, 67, died July 14. A native of Indonesia, he served in the Army from 1946 to 1947. Brother Manafe Joined the union in Febmary 1965 in the port of New York. The engine depart­ ment member helped the SIU organize fishermen during the mid '60s. He started collecting his pension in January 1984. CLYDE MERCER Clyde Mercer, 70, passed away May 3 in a Seattle hospital. The Idaho nativeJoined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1946. Brother Mercer began re­ ceiving his pension in August 1967. He is survived by his wife, Eula, and brother, SIU Vice President for Govemment Services Roy "Buck" Mercer. ANDRES MOLINA Andres Molina, 82, died June 24. He Joined the Seafarers in September 1944 in his native Puerto Rico. Brother Molina sailed in the steward depart­ ment before he retired in March 1973. JOSEPH MUNIN Joseph Munin, 84, passed away July 20. Bom in Latvia, he Joined the SIU in January 1946 in the port of New York. Brother Munin shipped in the engine department. He began collecting his pension in November 1964. GEORGE W. MURRILL George W. Murrill, 85, died January 5. The Mis­ sissippi native Joined the union in November 1949 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Murrill sailed in the galley gang before he retired in Febru­ ary 1977. ALEXANDER POTORSKI Alexander Potorski, passed J 71, away July •",11 • Wt f',' 23. He was bom in Penn­ sylvania and served in the Army from 1937 to 1940. Brother Potorski joined the Seafarers in August 1942 in the port of Baltimore. He upgraded his deck depart­ ment rating at the Lundeberg School in 1976. He began drawing his pension in March 1983. JAMES L. STOVER James L. Stover, 81, died June 30 in a Manhat­ tan hospi­ tal. The South Car­ olina na­ tive Joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1945. He began collecting his pension in July 1974. Brother Stover was buried July 5 in Fort Lincoln Cemetery in Bladensburg, Md. ALPHONSE J. TREMER JR. JAMES RANKIN James Rankin, 63, died July 22. A native of Louisiana, he Joined the SIU in April 1946 in the port of Philadelphia. He shipped in the engine departinent. Brother Rankin started collecting his pension in Octo­ ber 1989. FRANK REDIKER Frank Rediker, 42, passed away July 24. The New York native graduated from the An­ drew Fumseth Training School in New York City in March 1967. Brother Rediker up­ graded his deck department rat­ ing at the Lundeberg School in 1977. He was an active mem­ ber at the time of his death. ABE ROSEN Abe Rosen, 70, died August 2. He served in the Army dur­ ing 1944. Brother Rosen Joined the union in May 1957 in his native Baltimore. He sailed in the galley gang until he retired in June 1976. SIDNEY SEGREE Sidney Segree, 82, passed away July 15. A native of Ja­ maica, he served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. Brother Segree Joined the Seafarers in March 1955 in the port of New York. He shipped in the stew­ ard department and began col­ lecting his pension in October 1973. MELANO S. SOSPINA Melano S. Sospina, 81, died July 23. He was bom in the Philip­ pines and Joined the SIU in August 1952 in the port of New York. Brother Sospina sailed in the steward depart­ ment. He retired in January 1980. MARY STELLMAN Mary Stellman, 76, passed away March 7 in her East Palo Alto, Calif, home. She Joined the Marine Cooks and Stew­ ards in 1958. Sister Stellman started receiving her pension in January 1977. m Alphonse J. Tremer Jr., 67, passed away August 5. He Joined the union in September 1942 in his native Mobile, Ala. Brother Tremer sailed in the en­ gine department. He retired in Febmary 1978. ARTHUR TURNER Arthur Tumer, 69, died July 27. Bom in Santa Ana, Calif., he Joined the Seafarers in October 1955 in the port of Norfolk. Brother Tumer previously had been a member of another SIUNA af­ filiate, the Marine Firemen, Oil­ ers and Watertenders. The engine department veteran started receiving his pension in June 1985. FRANCISCO VEGA Francisco Vega, 67, passed away July 30. The Puerto Rico na­ tive Joined the SIU in November 1942. He upgraded to recertified steward at the Lundeberg School in 1980. Brother Vega was involved in many union projects in Puerto Rico and had been "a mainstay of support (to the union) here on the island," according to a retired union vice-president. He tegan collecting his pen­ sion in April 1989. LESLIE WILSON Leslie Wilson, 65, died August 8 at the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center. Bom in Kentucky, he Joined the union in October 1947 in the port of New York. Brother Wil­ son shipped in the steward de­ partment. He is survived by a brother. Pensioner Clifton Wil­ son. FRANK WONG Frank Wong, 86, died May 29 in a San Francisco hospital. He was bom in China and Joined the Marine Cooks and Stew­ ards in 1945. Brother Wong re­ tired in August 1968. He was buried June 3 in Hoy Sun Me­ morial Cemetery in Colma, Calif. Continued on page 26 4" 4',' •Isi i'-• ' 1 i J' .4- ^ i'.Tii i Vl' ^ ,• ; l i':' || •K i '•fk "• • 1 ^• "141;. • 'i �-^-V PllUyP!", .. .1.,;., -rf""' ." •• '••."j •• . •....•-7'-»*'i* • • *# • V / ;< ' •-•• . . .V ••••• •• - . > --i' '. •••" .V .i * 24 SSAFAREKS LOG Lundeberg School Graduates Seven Classes 0--'s Trainee Lifeboat Class 457—Graduating from the trainee lifeboat class 457 ard, in the photo at left, (kneeling) Wendy Fearing, Vicki Barnhart, Allan Scott, Daniel fRhodes, Christenia Kilgore, Joe Johnson Jr., James Van Dyke, William L. George, David W. Smith, Johnny T. Johnson, (standing) George Tonge, Jim Tignon, Anthony Bonin, lldefonso Ramirez, Brent Stark, David St. Onge, Anthony Burrell, Richard Ball, David Labure, Brian Cain, Chris Snow, Mark Reed, Mike Conway, Steve Mark, Mark Maduro and instructor Ben Cusic. ' Tankermen—Participants in the Lundeberg School's tankerman class receive instruction in all aspects of loading, transferring and unloading various cargoes carried by tank barges. The following seafarers studied for their USCG tankerman endorsement: (kneeling, left to right) Victor Caraballo, Felix Barroso, Shane Buckalew, (standing) instructor Jim Shaffer, John Agosto, Stephen Thompson, Peter Ray and Albert Carpenter. Firemen, Oilers, Watertenders—Moving up the ladder in the engine department are these FOWT graduates. From the left are (front row) Gary Bernard, Lonnie Harge, Curtis Aragon, Sam Anthony Negron, Kevin Wray, (second row) James Canty, Christopher J. Derra, Troy L. Fleming, Sam Walker, Rick Ramirez, Carmine Barbati, (third row) Devin Glbssin, William Romez, Scott Mellinger, Theron Peterson, (back row) William Harris, Carl E. Dyson, Tony Yore and John Copeland. feS-:': '• • • T?- t.'. - |s;r;: Able Bodied Seamen—Upgrading their deck department ratings to able bodied seamen are (front row, left to righfi Jay Ellis, D. Adenic, Darrell Rivera, (second row) Todd Wilson, Eric Emory, Sue Corliss, Toby Jacobsen, Charles Rogers, Ricardo ramos, Rebecca Pesgay, instructor Jake Karaczynski, (third row) Arlee Morgan, Bob Bell, Harry Massa, Michael Rectenwald, Nick Baker, Btyan-Allen, Silverio Avila, (fourth row) Lyie E. Davis, Michael J. Dykema, Gary Lamb, Micahel Riley, Bob Corbett, Allan Less, William Semprit, Sam Lampshire, (back row) Thomas E. Lockett, Jeffrey Fry, Greg Agren, Joseph Braun, Harry T. Rousseau and Reginald Nixon. zrvi'}-." .",. Marine Electronics Technician—The seafarers pictured above learned about power supplies, receivers and transmitters, operating practices and regulations and troubleshooting of analog and digital equipment. From the left are (front row) Elisa Schein, Nelson Bailey, (back row) instructor Russ Levin, Jim McBride, Dan Beeman and William McDevitt. Cook & Baker- Blair Humes recently finished upgrading to cook and baker in the steward department. To graduate, he had to con­ centrate on dessert and breakfast preparations, sanitation and work or­ ganization. Upgraders Lifeboat—These members learned about emergency drills, basic compass navigation and use of all lifeboat and life raft equipment. From the left, with instructor Ben Cusic, are Michael Hoeffer, Robert Dennis and Yahya Alhaj. m •.;v:/.i V >•' V • V >• » _ ' - J! iss^ f- '•A - r .. 5^. -.f rv V- yi /''I-'' .... �SEmmiRim NewSPAD T-ShirtsAreaHit The response for the new SIU/SPAD t-shirts has been "over­ whelming," according to SIU Secretary-Treasurer Joseph DiGiorgio. "Every day we hear from more and more members and their families requesting the shirts,' Since the first of the year when the union-made garments became available, more than 1,300 requests have been received in the office of the secretary-treasurer. DiOiorgio assures those members who have been waiting that they will receive their shirts shortly. "We did not ex­ pect the demand to be so great, so we are having more made. Of course, there will be plenty for those who still have not ordered." With the requests, the union has heard from many of its members, retirees and their families. "As a recent member, I would be proud to show I belong to the SIU," wrote Brother Stu Breindage. Pensioner Joseph O. Synder of Altoona, Pa. said, "This will be a great thing for me to wear back here, for I am proud to have retired from a great union." Another retiree. Brother John Fedesovich of Slidell, La. noted he had a great many memories after 44 years of sailing. "I'm active in local politics and I would like to show the shirt off," he wrote. Brother Morris Danzey of Satsuma, Ala. quipped he needed two shirts because "if I only get one my wife will get it." Pensioner Horace B. Gaskill of Morehead Gity^ N.C. also asked for an extra shirt for his wife. "I want the folks in Morehead City to know what a fine union the SIU is—the best—and I am proud to have been a seafaring man.' Mrs. Charles Perkins of Mo­ bile, Ala. asked, "May I please have a t-shirt in my husband's memory?" From the Delta Queen, Watch­ man Jeff Lettmer wrote, "I am sure that I speak for the whole crew when I say that we really appreciate the union that we belong to and we hope you keep pulling for us." The shirts feature a full color logo of the SIU on the front. "SPAD Is Porkchops, Contribute Today" is printed on the back with cor­ responding art work. The sizes for the shirts are small, medium, large and extra large. They are available by filling out the coupon located below and returning it to the office of the secretary-treasurer. T-Shir • "'-i/r-;'"", . .-'A , ••• •• The SIU has created a new t-shirt design which is avaUable to all our members on a first-come, first-served basis. The shirts feature the SIU logo in full color on the front and a "Politics is Porkchops" cartoon in blue on the back. They are American-made. Please fill out Joseph DiGiorgio, Secretary-Treasurer the application Seafarers international Union below and 5201 Auth Way mail it to: Camp Springs, MD 20746 The young men enrolled in the Lundeberg School's entry rating pro­ gram, class 459, are pictured In front of the bus that will take them to the union's training facility In PIney Point, Md. Lundeberg School Helps Meet increased Manning Demands Continued from page 3 The union also took its training on the road, holding an upgrading course in Honolulu out of the union hall. Nineteen SIU mem­ bers participated in the FOWT class. New Recruits Are Enthusiastic Lundeberg trainee class 459 was one of the first groups to start studying at the Piney Point facility after the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait. All of the students who spoke with a reporter from the Seafarers LOG said they were aware they could be heading to the Persian Gulf upon graduation and were ready to do what needs to be done. "It has crossed my mind," said Mitch Clark, 23, of St. John, Kan. "And I'm willing to do my part." David Collins, 20, of New Or­ leans is the third family member to join the SIU. His father, Donnie W. Collins I, is a chief steward while his brother, Donnie W. Col­ lins 11, works in the deck depart­ ment. On being sent to the Persian Gulf, he said it would be "no big deal. I'll do my job." Mike Harmanson, 18, of Port Arthur, Texas, also is following his father into the SIU. Floyd Har­ manson sails in the galley gang. >r V '4f-' A l p • Vk • Pt9aam aand the nmw SiU t-shirt to: NAME. ADDRESS. CITY, STATE, ZIP. BOOK# SOCIAL SECURITY#. RATING. PHONE# T-SHIRT SIZE (drcle one) S M L XL 9/90 Richard Wilson thinks about his future while sitting on top of his luggage. The younger Harmanson stated if he were shipped to the Persian Gulf he "would follow orders and be glad to do my duties." Harvey Ramos, 19, of Texas City, Texas is following in the footsteps of his family, the Zepedas. He has uncles and cousins throughout the union. "I will fol­ low orders and do my job," Ramos noted. "There's not much differ­ ence than being shipped else­ where." Philadelphian George Vlassakis, 21, served in an Army chemical company before heading for Piney Point. He said he is aware of what could happen in Iraq but it "doesn't bother" him. "I'd be a volunteer to go over there even if I wasn't shipping," he added. The same sentiment was echoed by a former Marine, Richard Wil­ son, 22, entering the school. His brother, Larry Wilson, works in the deck department and con­ vinced him to join the SIU after his hitch in the service. Many of the new SIU men said the lure of the ocean and seeing the world was a big influence in their decisions to become part of the American merchant marine. "I am used to hard work," said Miguel Rullan, 24. "I want to travel around the world and get paid for it," the Bronx, N.Y. na­ tive added. Paul Davenport, 24, of Mobile, Ala. said he "always wanted to go to sea." He was convinced by the fathers of some of his friends to attend the Lundeberg School. "My friends' fathers sail and they said it was a great career." Jack Grant, 18, of Augusta, Maine said he wanted to travel. He heard about the school from friends. Tedd Obringer, 19,' of Bainbridge Island, Wash, stated he wanted to see the world while he was young and make some money to go to college. Information on the new AB and FOWT course schedule is avail­ able on page 27 of this edition of the Seafarers LOG. Any individ­ ual interested in the union's entry rating program should contact the school for an application. •y- ' fyJ i. ' •" ' . -i.; '•<r- •• �^.7'-- 7-7:gK.^»--:gaf''w.»ftjBnpft^ •..•V ... .' '- JlllllllHP pi, \ ml v.^V-.T. IWWlSf-^--; '• ^ v'' SiAFARiRS LOG U I Continued from page 23 INLAND JASPER AUCOIN Jasper AUT coin, 66, passed away June 2. He served in both the Army and Air Force from 1942 to 1949. Boatman Aucoin joined the union in May 1977 in the port of New Orleans. He worked as a yard foreman for Ratcliffe Materials before retiring in February 1989. JULIUS BURDE Julius Burde, 84, died Au­ gust 4. He was bom in Danzig, Germany. Boatman Burde joined the Seafarers in June 1961 in the port of Philadel­ phia. He shipped in the deck department on Interstate Oil Transport vessels. He started collecting his pension in December 1971. JOHN GRIBBLE John Crib­ ble, 66, passed away Au­ gust 12 in Houston. The na­ tive of Farmington, Ala. served in the Navy from 1941 to 1942. He joined the SIU in March 1947 in the port of Galveston, Texas as a deep sea member. Boatman Gribble transferred to the in­ land division in 1957. He worked his way up the deck de­ partment to become a captain for G&H Towing. He went ashore for G&H in 1979 and was promoted to vice president for marine personnel in 1989. Gribble also served as a tmstee to the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. He was buried in Forest Park East Cemetery in Webster, Texas. He is survived by his wife, Susan; three daughters, Mary Lou Owens, Carol Sue Patterson and Sharon Ann Gribble; a son, William; six stepchildren; 10 grandchildren; a sister and a brother. Know Your Rights WILLIE HOLDER FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accounts every year, which is to be sub­ mitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the member­ ship, makes examination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissent­ ing reports, specific recommenda­ tions and separate findings. Willie Holder, 75, died August 12. Bom in Dyersburg, Ky., he served in the Army from 1945 to 1949. Boat­ man Holder joined the union in April 1967 in the port of St. Louis. He sailed in the deck de­ partment until he retired in Sep­ tember 1978. STAFFORD L. McCORMICK Stafford L. Mc­ cormick, 67, passed away Au­ gust 6. After serv­ ing in the Navy from 1942 to 1945, he joined the Seafarers in his native Gal­ veston, Texas in February 1947. Boatman McCormick was involved in several union activities during his deck de­ partment career. He also sailed in the deep sea division before he started collecting his pen­ sion in August 1980. EVERETT MURRAY Everett Murr^, 87, died Au­ gust 5. He was bom in Omer, Del. and joined (he SIU in June 1961 in the port of Philadel­ phia. Boatman Murray sailed in the engine department. He began drawing his pension in March 1968. SAMUEL R. ROWE Samuel R. Rowe, 82, passed away August 13. The Virginia native joined the union in Febmary 1961 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. Boatman Rowe sailed as a cook before he retired in July 1974. GREAT LAKES HERMAN DORRANCE Herman Dorrance, 66, died July 12. Bom in Mackinaw City, Mich., he served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. Brother Dorrance joined the Seafarers in September 1950 in the port of Milwaukee. He sailed in the deck department. He started collecting his pen­ sion in June 1987. Seafarers Welfare Plan Notice COBRA: Continuation Health Coverage Seafarers or their dependents who have lost eligibility for health care coverage under the Rules and Regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, may be eligible to purchase, at a pre­ mium, welfare coverage directly from the Plan. Seafarers who have lost theireligibility for Plan coverage must notify the Plan office immediately to find out whether or not they pr their dependents may elect to continue benefits under this program. To obtain more informationabout this program, seafarers may call the membership services office at 1-800-CLAIMS-4 (1-800252-4674) or write to: COBRA Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Maryland 20746 TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are ad­ ministered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management repre­ sentatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trus­ tees. All trust fund financial recon^s are available at the head­ quarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as con­ tained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Ap­ peals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Ap­ peals Board. Have Union Mail Sent te Your Home CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contract rights properly, they should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG has traditionally refrained from publishing any ar­ ticle serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, of­ ficer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This estab­ lished policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the Sep­ tember 1960 meetings in all con­ stitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to .carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no cir­ cumstances should any member pay any money for any reason un­ less he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment bemade without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union headquarters. • CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are avail­ able in all Union halls. All mem­ bers should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitu­ tional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with char­ ges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify head­ quarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any mem­ bers feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union head­ quarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fiind. Its proceeds are used to fur­ ther its objects and purposes in­ cluding, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and fur­ thering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employ­ ment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connec­ tion with such objects. SPAD sup­ ports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job dis­ crimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a con­ dition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for in­ vestigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A mem­ ber should support SPAD to protect and further his economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or infor­ mation, he should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by cer­ tified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Send to: SIU, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 r I HOME ADDRESS ^ ^ PLEASE PRINT Date:. To ensure delivery of TMB WIH be my pernianant addran tor all official Union malllnga. the Seafarers LOG each II Tlila addrota ahould lamain In Uw Union flla unloaa ottwrartaa cfiangad by ma paraonally. month and receipt of W2 forms. Seafarers Wel­ I fare Plan bulletins and Social Security No. Your Full Name other communications from the SIU's head­ L _L quarters, members AreaCtede Phone No. Your FuH Name(If name has changed) should provide the na­ tional ofhce with an upto-date home address. Apt or Box# The home address is Street considered by SIU head­ quarters to be a mem­ ber's permanent resi­ ZIP aiy dence. SIU members who have changed their names should also notify • Active SIU Member Q SIU Pensioner Book Number headquarters. Individu­ Other als receiving duplicate »check one; copies of the LOG are • This is a change of address asked to advise the • This is a new request I have never received the LOG at my home address • I am receiving more than one copy of the LOG union of this matter. If addresses or names are (Signed). incorrectly noted on cur­ rent mailings, contact headquarters. •-?i: -V. #1 �i.:t SEPTEMBER 1990 27 1990-91 UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE The following is the current course schedule for October 199(>-April 1991 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. All programs are geared to improve job skills of SIU members and to promote the American Maritime Industry. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's needs as well as the National Emergency Mobilization in the Persian Gulf. The courses listed for 1991 are tentative. Deck Upgrading Courses Check-In Completion Date Date October 29 November 23 JamiiSfflt February 15 March 4 March 29 May 10 April 15 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Lifeboatman October 1 October 12 October 15 October 26 October 29 November 9 November 12 November 23 November 26 December 7 December 10 December 21 January 7 January 18 January 21 February 1 February 4 February 15 February 18 March 1 March 4 March 15 March 18 March 29 April 1 April 12 April 15 April 26 April 29 May 10 Ship Handling October 8 October 19 Decembers December 14 January 21 February 1 February 18 March 1 March 18 March 29 April 8 April 19 Radar Observer Unlimited October 1 October 5 November 26 November 30 February 4 February 8 March 4 March 8 April 1 April 5 April 22 April 26 Third Mate February 4 May 17 Inland Deck Licenses January 28 April 19 Celestial Navigation February 1 January 14 April 22 May 10 Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Course Able Seaman a •1 ! r.'" s-" • • ; I Sfeword Upgroding Courses Completion Check-In Date Date Course Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker, All open-ended (contact admissions Chief Cook, Chief Steward office for starting dates) All students in the Steward Program will have a two-week Sealift Famil­ iarization class at the end of their regular course. UPGRADING APPLICATION Date of Birth. Name. (I.asli Mo./Day/Year (Middle) (First) Address. (Street) Telephone. (City) (State) (Zip Code) " (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. • No October 15 through December 7 Recerllflcotlon Progroms Check-In Date March 25 January 28 Course Bosun Recertification Steward Recertification Completion Date May 6 March 4 inglne Upgroding Courses Check-In Completion Date Date January 21 April 12 October 8 October 26 October 29 November 16 . November 19 December 7 February 8 January 21 February 11 March 1 March 4 March 22 March 25 April 12 April 15 May 3 All students must take the OH Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Pumproom Maintenance & Operations October 29 December 7 January 21 March 1 April 15 May 24 Marine Electrical Maintenance October 1 November 23 January 7 March 1 April 1 May 24 Refrigeration Systems February 4 March 15 Maintenance & Operations Diesel Engine Technology October 1 October 26 March 18 April 12 Welding March 18 April 12 Marine Electronics Technician January 14 April 5 Hydraulics October 1 October 26 All students in the Engine Depqrtment will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. Course QMED-Any Rating Fireman/Watertender and Oiler 1990 Adult Educotlon Schedule Course High School Equivalency (GED) Adult Basic Education (ABE) English as a Second Language (ESL) Check-In Date October 29 October 29 October 29 Completion Date December 8 December 7 December 7 ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course October 8 October 16 With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The AdmissionsOffice WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. DATE OF RATING DATE SHIPPED DISCHARGE VESSEL HELD I Am inleroled in (he Following Coursc(s) Checked Below or lndica(ed Here if Nol Listed Are you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: If yes, which program: From Last grade of school completed. DATE. Home PorL Endorsement(s) or License(s) Now Held — O Yes Q No to — — (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses: • Yes Q No If yes, course(s) Taken Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? • Yes • No If yes, how many weeks have you completed? Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement: • Yes • No Firefighting: • Yes • No CPR: • Yes • No Date Available for training Primary Language Spoken SHLSS College Progrpm Schedule for 1990 FULL 8-week Sessions SIGNATURE. DepartmenL Seniority • Yes Check-In Completion Date Date October I October 5 October 29 November 2 December 10 December 14 February 22 February 18 April 5 April 1 Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must he taken. Course Oil Spill Prevention & Containment (1 week) Book #. Social Security #. U.S. Citizen: Oil Spill Course —— —— DF;CK • AB/Sealifl • I si Class Pilot • Third Mate • Radar Observer Unlimited • Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboal (Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course • Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original,.Ird Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems • Automation • Hydraulics Q Marine Electronics Technician ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding • Lifeboalman (Musi be taken with another coiirse) ADULT EDUCATION DEPARIMENT Q] Adult Basic Educalion (ABE) • High School Equivalency Program (OEf)) .• Developmental Studies (DVSl Q English as a Second Language (ESI.) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation STEWARD ENGINE • FOWT • QMED-Any Rating • Variable Speed IX.' Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) • • • .• • Assistant Cook Utility Cook and Baker Chief Cook Chief Steward Towboal Inland CiKtk COLLEGE PROGRAM • Associates in Arts Degree Q Certificate Programs No transportation will be paid unless you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. — —-—— RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO Seafarers Harry Lundelierg Upgrading Ccnier. Pincy Point. Ml) 21)674 9/VO ' f •: . �v. SEAmiOEItS ' ''i -J- •®'-''•-'" "l" Bosun Jack Edwards, right, displays his commendation from MarAd. September 1990 Volume 52, Number 9 Two SlU Members Receive Maritime's Highest Award for Roies in 1987Reaver State Rescue Surprise is the word both Bosun ing with the sounds, the rolling of Jack Edwards and AB Robert the ship and using a mask," he said. Welles use to describe their reac­ The SIU members removed the tion when they discovered they officers within 30 minutes, "but it were to be awarded the Distin­ seemed more like three hours," guished Service Medal Welles added. Both of­ by the Maritime Admin­ ficers were unconscious istration. when they were brought The SIU members re­ out of the hold. The chief ceived their medals, mate recovered from the which are the highest accident but the third awards MarAd can give mate never regained con­ to merchant mariners, at sciousness and eventual­ separate ceremonies in ly died. "It was kind of San Francisco last like a nightmare," Welles month. said. "The third mate was While both men said my watch partner on the they were proud to be bridge. I got to know recognized and remem­ about his family and we bered for their efforts, had become friends." they quickly mentioned The ship maintained their shipmates were radio contact with doc­ equally deserving. "It tors on shore to try to help was a team effort," re­ the two officers. All called Welles. "Every­ crewmembers mounted a body chipped in and watch on the injured men everybody deserves to and performed CPR and share in this medal." first aid when needed. Edwards and Welles, "We did the best we led the efforts February could do," said Welles."I 23, 1987 oh the Beaver don't know what else we State to save the lives of could have done." two mates who had suc­ Both SIU members cumbed to fumes during The Distinguished said they have tried to tank cleaning opera­ forget what happened Service Medal tions. The vessel was on that day. "I don't like to its way to Portland, Ore. to load brag or talk about it," said Ed­ grain, and tank cleaning had been wards. But when word of the going on for several days. award arrived at Edwards' San Edwards remembered the Maries, Idaho home, the whole cleaning was almost finished when family got excited. "My wife told he monitored a distress call from the local newspaper. They treated the third mate that the chief mate me like I was some kind of hero. I had passed out in the tank. The was interviewed by them. They bosun was on the deck and hollered wrote a half-page story on it and to the crew that there was an emer­ took my picture." gency. Welles said he was working Welles noted the whole incident had been so "harrowing" that he in another hold when he heard the had been trying to forget it. "I only emergency whistle blow. had read about such rescues; I The two grabbed emergency never had been involved in one." breathing gear and went down into He said receiving the medal the tank. Welles recalled the 100foot deep tank as being dark and brought the incident "full circle." Both men received a letter from oily."It was almost like scuba div- % . • r. I •'•• '• It was a proud day for all those joining Jack Edwards at his awards ceremony in San Francisco. From the left are his niece, Sandra Schierman; his wife, Evelyn Edwards; his son, J.J. Edwards; the Western Regional Director of MarAd, Robert A. Bryan; Edwards; SIU West Coast Vice President George McCartney, and his great nephew, John Schierman. Warren Leback, head of MarAd, with their medals. In the com­ munication, Leback noted, "With disregard for your own personal safety, you performed in a truly heroic maimer in saving the life of a fellow crewmember in a perilous rescue operation." Edwards began sailing with the SIU in the port of Seattle in 1969. He had served as a volunteer firefighter for 12 years in Duvall, Wash, before moving to Idaho. He said he was able to use his firefighting experiences as well as his in­ volvement in a similar rescue aboard the Golden Dolphin in 1980 to help the two mates. Welles graduated from the Limdeberg School in 1979. He also teaches in the San Francisco Help Locate This Missing Child The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children is seeking the help of Seafarers in locating 6-year-old Amanda Robyn Otter. San Francisco Port Agent Nick Celona (left) and SIU West Coast Vice President George McCartney (right) presertt AB Robert Welles with his Distinguished Sen/ice Medal and MarAd commendation. • 't" ' . ' 4 -i' . ••• • ' v:;, metropolitan area. He noted he has the best of both worlds because he works in two professions that allow him the" time to travel. "It's not easy to balance teaching and shipping, but so far I've been able to do it." Although he realizes the day may come that he has to give up one for the other, he said he is not there yet. The Distinguished Service Medal is awarded to U.S. merchant seamen who distinguish themsel­ ves through outstanding service or conduct beyond the line of duty. It was created originally to honor mariners working between Sep­ tember 9, 1939 and July 25, 1947, but was revived by Congress in 1956 and has been awarded peri­ odically since. Amanda Robyn Otter The child, known by the name "Manda," was abducted by her non-custodial mother, April Curtis, and her step-father, Kenneth Brewster, February 26, 1988 from San Bernardino, Calif. She was then 4 years old. Amanda stood 3 feet tall, had blonde hair and blue eyes and weighed 30 pounds when she was last seen. Anyone with information about the young girl should contact the National center for Missing and Exploited Children at (800) 8435678 or the San Bernardino County District Attorney's Office (Calif.) Missing Persons Unit at (714) 3878520 or their local FBI office. h:i � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource September 1990 Description An account of the resource Headlines: SHORT SESSION FOR CONGRESS: FARM BILL, ALASKA OIL ON AGENDA IN ALL SIU PORTS, SEAFARERS KEEP THE SHIPS SAILING 'VALIANT AMERICANS' IN GULF PRAISED BY PRESIDENT BUSH UNION'S SCHOOL GEARS UP FOR CRISIS FAST SEALIFT SHIP BEGINS SECOND VOYAGE TO GULF FIRST OF THRE CABLE SHIPS DUE IN DECEMBER 'STEAMBOAT TONY' KASTINA, FORMER UNION OFFICIAL, DIES THE MV MOKU PAHU IS A 'FEEDER ON THE SWEET RUN' SEAFARERS SEEK TARIFF RELIEF FOR DEVASTATED TUNA INDUSTRY ST. CLAIR CREWMEMBER COMPARES DEEP SEA TO LAKES EXPERIENCE NEW GARBAGE REGULATIONS TAKE EFFECT USNS CAPELLA, FAST SEALIFT SHIP, ENDS FIRST GULF TRIP CREWS PRAISE LUNDEBERG INSTRUCTORS FOR THEIR WORK ON MISSISSIPPI RIVERBOATS COLLISION AT SEA CLAIMS LIVES OF 3 SIU FISHERMEN SEN. HEFLIN TELLS RETIREES: 'JONES ACT VITAL TO U.S.' AIDS STUDY GROUP PROFFERS A PLAN FOR EDUCATION FLORENCE PENNY RETIRES; SPENT 33 YEARS WITH SIU CLINIC KISS THE ANGELS LUNDEBERG SCHOOL STUDENTS DEMONSTRATE SEAMANSHIP SKILLS AMONG PUBLIC QMED BAREDIAN EARNS DEGREE ADVANCED FIREFIGHTING WILL BE OFFERED IN FEB. ROBERT ADAMS AND SON FOLLOW CALL TO SEA STRIKING EASTERN WORKERS RECEIVE SUPPORT OF SEAFARERS ATU MEMBERS THANK SIU FOR HELP DURING GREYHOUND STRIKE NEW SPAD T-SHIRTS ARE A HIT TWO SIU MEMBERS RECEIVE MARITIME'S HIGHEST AWARD FOR ROLES IN 1987 BEAVER STATE RESCUE Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/1/1990 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 52, No. 9 1990 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/483d4b66810f1ac2bc6f7789f0f61cd6.PDF ce51166271b7ba41a306a4d4421fbbd7 PDF Text Text •.•..4:11 SEAEUtERS . t; f T • SEOc C/)0 / >»- -iJ> • •••.» ' o(>o>2: fi / Ti-H?*: • • t/)C/> m-< • 0.-H2: -• •• 'T'A -H(/5t-ic. vv/' •" moco , phe smootti rescue operation conducted by LNG Aquarius icrewmembers In bringing aboard Indonesian seamen whose vessel had capsized In the Straits of Malacca. Photographs show stranded seamen awaiting rescue and the LNG Aquarius lifeboat complete with rescue . .. ... pg^gQ^ 'l!i S .- fl J'' t'?;, :44i:; Seafarers Continue Role in Seaiift To Mideast The first of the military's preposltlonlng vessels Involved In Operation Desert Shield and crewed by SlU members retumed to the United States month. pgg^2 QMED Robert Stancavage re­ ports on the activities of Sea­ farers aboard the SS Wright, one of the military's two avia­ tion support vessels. The ves­ sel Is currently In Bahrain, an Island nation In the Persian Q""Page 28 A naval officer advises SS Wright crewmembers on the use of safety equipment designed for protection in the event of chemical warfare. -t rai • 1 •'Y'.- Joseph DiGiorgio Retires, John Fay Assume Duties Of Sill Secretary-'Doasurer ' •4; DiCBnof^iiiiAandjppmpay report of the secretariN||ilisurer at one of Shis month's mernbership meetings. Ex­ ecutive Vice President Joseph Sacco and Vice President of Collective Bar^ining Tigas "Red" Campbell. Page 3 am. - t r t.*t »->?•<• < '» • . 4^''.'.^.r'A'.r J'.' .-yj.'.: i; • ® l.|Y �..v.,,;ii'> '•J):--";7?,^p,'C; ...•'• V-,• Presili^'rl^ '4 - Trade Talks Down to the Wire ti:^ ' <• ,V- ,•"'•• :• •-•>;. 4 .• Ir j: With a December deadline fast approaching, the American negotiators to the world trade talks appear unwilling to exclude maritime from the upcoming agreement on services. The administration, through the offices of the U.S. trade representative who is charged with representing Ameri­ can interests in the current round of discussions on the General Agree­ ment on Tariffs and Trade—known as GATT, seems determined to keep waterbome transit on the agenda to use as a bargaining chit. American negotiators, who are anxious to conclude the current trade talks with an extensive agreement cov­ ering such powerful sectors of the economy as agricul­ ture, financial services—including bankingtelecommunications, all modes of transportation and others classified as "services," seem ready to wheeland-deal with the existing protections for U.S. shipping, Michael swapping these long-standing programs for a few con­ Sacco cessions in favor of the larger industries. This short-sighted policy emphasizes getting an agreement—any agreement—even if it runs contrary to the economic and defense wellbeing of the United States, just for the sake of coming up with a signed piece of paper. Congress, Foreign Shipowners Share U.S. Industry's Concern The SIU and the rest of the American maritime industry have been ar­ guing that waterbome transportation, already regulated by a host of inter­ national, multi-national and bilateral agreements, should not be included in GATT, which is subscribed to by 99 countries. At stake in this round of GATT talks, if the U.S. decides to play fast and loose with maritime, are the Jones Act, which protects domestic shipping, what is left of the government's operating differential subsidy program and the nation's cargo preference statutes. Congressional leaders, including a majority of senators and 156 repre­ sentatives, are circulating resolutions urging the U.S. trade representative to keep maritime out of the GATT services agreement. Foreign shipown­ ers represented through the Council of European and Japanese National Shipowners' Associations and European Community Shipowners' Asso­ ciations have urged their respective governments to bar shipping from GATT's bargaining agenda. What Happened to Bush Campaign Promise? The administration would do well to remember a presidential cam­ paign pledge of George Bush; "Preservation of the integrity of the U.S. maritime industry shall be a priority in all intemational trade negotia­ tions, including the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade. All United States representatives involved in trade negotiations shall be provided with a pre-determined policy statement regarding the U.S. maritime in­ dustry." The administration need only look at the current military operation in the Persian Gulf to see the importance of a strong American-flag fleet, manned by skilled seafarers. You would think the U.S. would exercise great care to protect its national security interests, including sealift capac­ ity, in any kind of world forum—^including the GATT talks. Volume 52, Number JO In compliance with the Statement of Ownership, Manage­ ment and Circulation (required by 39 U.S.C. 3685), PS Form 3626, Feb. 1989, the following information is pub­ lished in the October 1990 edition of the Seafarers LOG: (The first number will reflect the average number of copies of each issue during the preceding 12 months; the number in parentheses will be the actual number of copies of single issues published nearest to the filing date.) Net press run - 42,950 (42,037); Mail subscription (paid or requested) - 28, 652 (30,073); Other free copies - 12,273 (9,939); Total distribution - 40,925 (40,012); Copies not distributed (for office use) - 2,025 (2,025); TOTAL 42,950 (42,037). Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith; Associate Editors, Daniel Duncan and Max Hall; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene, Art Direc­ tor, Bill Brewer. :.^c.Vr; Entering Critical Stage of Negotiations With GATT now having moved to the front and center, the SIU is pull­ ing out all the stops to keep the administration from bargaining away the govemment programs that are the underpinnings of the U.S. private ship­ ping fleet. The union's legislative affairs department is working with Congress to ensure that the administration understands any agreement— which must be ratified by the House and Senate—will run into trouble on Capitol Hill if maritime is not excluded. In addition, we have reached out to our contracted companies, asking the presidents and chief operating officers of those groups to advise the administration of their strong opposition to the use of waterbome trans­ port as a bartering item. Over the next two months, Seafarers and the American shipping com­ munity must remain on a 24-hour watch of our administration's actions in the GATT talks. Constant monitoring and vigilance is critical in this tenuous situation. Best Wishes to a Great Seafarer This month Joe DiGiorgio, the SIU's secretary-treasurer for the past 18 years, announced his retirement from the position he so capably has filled. We wish Brother Joe DiGiorgio and his lovely wife, Rita, good health and happiness and a fruitful retirement. Joe, who has been a good friend to many SIU members and retired Seafarers, may be leaving elected office with the union, but we know he will keep in touch and con­ tinue to lend a hand when needed. First Prepositioning Vessel Back from Persian Gulf Run Seafarers aboard the1st Lt. Alex Bonnyman, a prepositioning ship stationed in Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, were among the first civilian mariners to reach the Per­ sian Gulf area as part of Operation Desert Shield. Along with the PFC James An­ derson and the CPL Louis J. Hauge Jr., the Bonnyman received orders to proceed to Saudi Arabia. Dock­ ing in the port of Al'Jabayl, 90 miles south of Kuwait, they were greeted by the Navy ship, the USS LaSalle, the command center for the U.S. operations in the Persian Gulf conflict. The military's prepositioning fleet of vessels, many of which are managed and operated by private shipping companies and erewed by seafarers, are kept fully opera­ tional throughout the year. Loaded Continued on page 11 October 1990 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly , by the Seafarers Intemational Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSG Prince Georges, MD 20790-9998 and at additional mailing of­ fices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafar­ ers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. k •': f SeAFARERSlOG AB Wray Sweatt, left, and AB Heley Maine help change the hooks of one of the cranes aboard the 1st Lt. Alex Bonnyman after returning from the Persian Gulf. Index to LOG Features Page COBRANotice . . . . Dispatchers' Report/Deep Sea . . . , , . i . . . . . . ,4 Dispatchers'Report/Inland . . . . . . . i , v Dispatchers'Report/Great Lakes . . . . . . , . ........ Final Departures Know Your Rights _ LundebergSchool Application , . .... . Lundeberg School Course Schedule Lundberg School Graduates ^ MeetingDates .-. . . . ... 16 IT ig 18 25 26 27 27 24 " • ^ Personals •• Ships Minutes ....... 21-23 Summary Annual Report - Seafarers Vacation Fund ! ! . ! ! . 26 Union Hall Directory ' Vl V : ': �V ••• ,.;• .• ;• r\}- OCTOBIR 1990 •:~. -C'^.K'i- ^ ,1?: --vi?;>•• ''H -S Eyewitness Account from the LNG Aquarius Emergency Rescue Operation Saves 5 Seamen In the midst of a simulated fire drill, LNG Aquarius crewmembers were called upon to launch an emergency rescue operation to bring five Indonesian seamen to safety. In an eyewitness report to the Seafarers LOG received earlier this month, Steward Assistant Susan A. Mormando described the teamwork of the entire LNG Aquarius crew that saved the lives of the five men who had been "stranded for three days since their vessel had been overturned by strong winds from a violent squall." The SlU-crewed liquified natu­ ral gas carrier had just left Arun, Indonesia and was sailing toward Japan through the Straits of Ma­ lacca that connect the Indian Ocean to the South China Sea on a run in July. While this waterway is heavily travelled, the LNG Aquarius, operated by Energy Transportation Corporation (ETC), was the first ship to attempt a rescue. The event took place while crewmembers were participating in a simulated fire drill in the lazarette supervised by representatives of the U.S. Coast Guard who were onboard conducting their annual inspection. Twenty-five minutes into the drill, crewmembers were told to "drop all hoses and gear and imme­ diately proceed to the area of the number one lifeboat on the main deck," reported Mormando. The Steward Assistant Susan Mormando, who provided the photographs and narrative for this article, entitled the photo above, "Everybody happy, safe and dry." Pictured with the Indonesian men are Chief Steward Frank Robertson, Chief Cook George T^lor, Steward Assistant Susan Mormando, AB Pamela Taylor, AB Anna Buyvid, OS Amir Kasim and OMED Dave Velkamp. crew was advised that an emer­ gency rescue was to be conducted as a result of AB Pamela Taylor's spotting "a vessel that appeared to be in distress, at a distance of five miles off the starboard bow," Mormando wrote in her chronicle of the operation. Taylor was man­ ning the helm at the time she iden­ tified the craft in distress. Rescue Team Assembled A rescue team was assembled which included Second Mate Jon­ athan Kilroy, Third Engineer Steve Leary, QMED John Orr, QMED Dave Velkamp, Ordinary Seamen Hugh McDowell and Amir Kasim and Mormando. Kasim was to play an important role because, being of Indonesian descent, he was familiar with the language of that country and could serve as an interpreter. Favorable conditions consisting of smooth seas, four-knot winds and sunny skies helped the fescue operation. The rescue team set out in an LNG Aquarius lifeboat to­ wards the overtumed small cargo sailing vessel. The two men in a small dory attached by a line to the half sunken hull were brought aboard the lifeboat first. Next, the rescue team extricated the three In­ donesian seamen who were on top of the capsized vessel's gunwale. The Indonesian craft was aban­ doned as it was no longer seawor­ thy, said Mormando. Once onboard, the five seamen were given medical check-ups and provided with every amenity the crew could offer. Clothing was provided by ETC and crewmembers. Mormando said the steward department "provided every hospitdity." In addition, she stressed the importance of Kasim's language skills "as the seamen did not speak one word of English." Upon arriving in Japan, the res­ cued seamen were "turned over to the Indonesian Embassy for their return home," Mormando re­ ported. "The Coast Guard Com­ mander (onboard) was impressed with our rescue efforts and compli­ mented the officers and crew very highly for a job well done," con­ cluded Mormando in her narrative provided to the LOG. Crew Commended W.T. Foran, ETC's safety direc­ tor also commended the crew of the LNG Aquarius.In a telex to the vessel's master, Foran said, "Con­ gratulations to you and the crew of the LNG Aquarius for your rescue of the five Indonesian fishermen. Our vessels have a great record of snatching seamen from the clutches of the sea. Sometimes a matter of hours is all that separates a survivor from a corpse. Men of the sea can appreciate that more than anyone else..." it-: •••vl Corgey and Kelley Named to VP Posts Joseph DiGiorgio Retires, John Fay Becomes Secretary-Treasurer United Nations—and the Intema­ lakes and inland waters region and the positions of patrolman, port The executive board of the Sea­ tional Transport Workers Federa­ agent, headquarters representative David "Dave" Heindel was ap­ farers International Union, Atlan­ tion, the world coalition of unions and vice president over a span of pointed assistant vice president tic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters engaged in the transportation 33 years. Prior to beginning his gulf coast. District announced this month that modes. work for the union, he sailed on In welcoming the new officers, John Fay, formerly the union's Kelley joined the Tug. Firemen, both deep sea vessels and inland SIU President Michael Sacco said vice president lakes and inland wa­ Linesmen, Oilers and Watchmen's waters tugboats. Brother Fay par­ he had confidence ters, will assume the po­ Interview with Protective Association, AFL, the ticipated in all of the union's major in the skills of the sition of secretary-trea­ predecessor organization of the beefs, including the successful but men designated by surer of the organization. Joseph DiGiorgio SIU's Inland Boatmen's Union of the executive board grueling drives to organize Robin The post was held for the See pages 8 and 9 Lines and Cities Service. to assume higher the Great Lakes, in 1951. Kelley past 18 years by Joseph has been both a patrolman and a Since 1978, among his many union office. "Brothers Fay, DiGiorgio, who announced his re­ duties. Fay has represented the in­ port agent for the union, primarily Kelley, Corgey, Sacco and Heindel tirement at the October member­ terests of Seafarers at international working out of the Algonac hall. have been good Seafarers and good ship meeting held in Piney Point, Most recently, Kelley has served in union officials. I am sure they will forums. Brother Fay has tracked Md. programs of interest to the SIU in the capacity of assistant vice pres­ continue to do their best On behalf In other executive board ac­ ident lakes and inland waters. the International Maritime Organi­ of the SIU membership and their tions, Byron Kelley was desig­ zation and the Intemational Labor As assistant vice president gulf families." nated vice president lakes and Organization—agencies of the John Fay has served the SIU in inland waters. Brother Kelley had Continued on page 4 represented that region for the union as an assistant vice president based in Algonac, Mich. Assistant Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Corgey, who works out of the Houston hall, was appointed by the executive board to the position of vice president gulf coast, replacing Thomas Glidewell who resigned as an official of the SIU earlier this month. The openings of the two assis­ tant vice president positions va­ AGLIWD Executive Bpard members are pictured with officers of the cated by Kelley and Corgey also SlUNA. From the left (back row) are Assistant VP Anthony Sacco, VP Roy "Buck" Mercer, UIW National Director Steve Edney (front row), were filled by the executive board. Gulf Dean Corgey, VP Contracts Angus "Red" Campbell, VP Lakes Canadian Marine Officers Union President Alk)ert Robiilard, SecretaryByron Kelley, Assistant VP Augie Tellez, VP West Coast George Treasurer John Fay, Canadian SIU President RomanGralewicz, Pres­ Anthony "Tony" Sacco was McCartney, Assistant VP Dave Heindel, MFOW President H. "Whitey" ident Michael Sacco, Past Secretary-Treasurer Joseph DiGiorgio, and named assistant vice president Disley, Assistant VP George Ripoll, SUP President Gunnar Executive VP Joseph Sacco. l). i 4 �SOFARCRS m Seafarers Join AFL-CiO in Civil Rights March •i;,: ^ -V--Vv '•-f ' ~f •-•h •I' '• •"•r "'•;•- - i ' .- • ' ••- '•' i'&mj • ' •J'- >•" To one Seafarer, marching in front of the White House and chanting for civil rights brought to mind events of more than a quarter century ago. "It's a shame we have to remind people every 30 years," said QMED Phil Parent from the port of Honolulu, a veteran of marches and protests during the 1960s. Speaking of the contingent chant­ ing at this month's rally, he said, "This is a pretty solid group, quite a mixture. This is similar to what we were doing back in the '60s." Parent and more than 20 other SIU members joined with the co­ alition of trade unionists, civil rights organizations, educators and students to urge President George Bush to sign the 1990 Civil Rights Act earlier this month. The bill was passed by Congress to strengthen the 1866 and 1964 acts which were weakened by six Supreme Court votes last year. The measure has four major points: 1. To make clear it is illegal to discriminate against women and racial, religious and ethnic minori­ ties in the workplace by harass­ ment, unjust firings or unfair denial of promotions; 2. To place a stronger emphasis on the employer to show job hiring and promotion practices are deter­ mined by performance and ability rather than sex, race, religion or ethnic origin; 3. To make clear it is always illegal for employers to make job decisions on the basis of prejudice; and 4. To guarantee the right to sue for damages to victims of inten­ tional discrimination based on race, religion, sex or ethnic origin. While the bill has bipartisan, as well as liberal and conservative, support in the House of Represen­ tatives and Senate, Bush has an­ nounced he would not sign the measure. Opposition to the bill comes primarily from big business. Corporate interests believe the bill will demand fixed quotas in the hiring place, an argument civil rights groups believe does not hold water. Should Bush veto the measure, he will join Andrew Johnson in 1866 and Ronald Reagan in 1988 as the only presidents to veto civil rights legislation. Both vetoes were overridden. AB Al Diles from the port of San Francisco was impressed with the size of the crowd in front of the White House. "I knew the demon­ stration would be good, but I didn't think it would be of this magni­ tude." Concerning the bill, Diles emphasized, "I believe in this to­ tally without a doubt." Lorraine Teague, a member of the steward department from the San Francisco Sill Men Back HERE When Local 2 of the Hotel Employees and Restaurant Employees (HERE) had a beef with some of the fastfood franchisers in the San Francisco area, the union looked to the SIU for assis­ tance manning its picket lines. San Francisco Port Agent Nick Celona reported to the Seafarers LOG that the SIU members in the area re­ sponded enthusiastically to the call to walk with mem­ bers of the culinary union. "They volunteered quickly, and during the rally the SIU group was the loudest," he noted proudly. SIU member Harvey Smith leaves no doubt that the Seafarers stand with the local restau­ rant workers union in the San Francisco area. |V: ^..••:v:::•• .;.^:.g:X:.' '• •'' • T.'•'•••'• • '•/ . ' • • ' •'" T'"" '•• "••• '" I •••.' Joining the HERE rally were SIU members (from left to right) Nick Celona, who also serves as the union's San Francisco port agent, Mike Baker, Luciell Agular, Rubin Galleguillos, Nina HatchI, Steven Barry, John Phillips, T. Swanson and Vince CoSs, who ^so works in the local SIU hall. SIU members, wearing •ing the union's trademark white caps, march by the White nCe Camardelle, House. Pictured are (left to right) John Nelson, Roy Blakenship, Ryan /illiam ^a'y. Clarence Green and William May. port of Honolulu, also was excited about the march. "I had seen it on television and it got me interested, especially because I am a woman." John Nelson of Brooklyn, N.Y. said he was "happy and proud to come out for this. A great many need civil rights. It's not over yet." Bosun Benedict Born from the port of Houston noted, "Money makes you equal in this society so you have to do something about it. Everybody should have the same opportunity to make money." AFL-CIO Study Says Rich Are Winners Of 1980s Ecnnomic and Tax Policies The current budget crisis is rooted in the past decade of huge tax cuts to the rich, according to an AFL-CIO study distributed to pol­ icy-makers last month. The report, prepared by the nation's federation of unions, including the SIU, said the top tax bracket for individuals was reduced from 70 percent to 28 percent, giving the richest fifth of Americans a substantial tax cut. Corporate taxes were reduced from 46 to 34 percent over the 10year period. As a result, the gap between rich and poor widened so much in the 1980s that the wealth­ iest 1 percent of Americans now receive nearly as much of the nation's total after-tax income as the bottom 40 percent, the study concluded. The report also noted: • The share of income going to middle-class Americans is lower than at any time since the end of World War II. • From 1981 to 1989, the net worth of the so-called "Forbes 400" richest Americans nearly tri­ pled, while the incomes of the fi­ nancial community's dozen largest earners increased tenfold. • Corporate CEOs, who in 1980 made 40 times the income of the average factory workers, now make 93 times as much. The union federation urged that new revenues to the government be sought through higher tax rates for' the wealthy and corporations. "The AFL-CIO's position on new taxes is based on two princi­ ples^—that the fairest tax is an in­ come tax based on ability to pay, and that those who benefited the most from the fiscal policies that created the deficit should be first in line to pay when the bill comes due," the study concluded. SIU Executive Board Announces Changes Continued from page 3 coast and prior to that port agent and patrolman, Corgey was based in Houston. He became a member of the SIU in 1973. He sailed in the engine department on G&H Tow­ ing vessels until 1979 when he came ashore to work for the union. Heindel joined the SIU in 1972, sailed in the engine department and became a union representative in 1980. Since 1985 he has worked as a port agent in the hall of Philadel­ phia. Tony Sacco became a Sea­ farer in 1977 and sailed in the deck department. He last sailed as a third mate, obtaining his license after shipping with the SIU through 1984. In 1988 he became the union's port agent in St. Louis. The executive board action ap­ points Fay, Kelley, Corgey, Heindel and Tony Sacco to com­ plete the terms of their predeces­ sors who were elected by the SIU membership in union-wide ballot­ ing in 1988. Elections occur every three years, as outlined in the union's constitution. The next round of balloting for officers of the SIU's Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and InlandWaters District will take place in 1991. Corgey is the first graduate of the union's Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship to become a vice president. Heindel and Tony Sacco are also graduates of the Piney Point, Md. school. �Si.;. ,-^-.-r-.*j--'\'- ••...^yf.i. 'i, OaOBiR J990 Standard Pacts Ratified By Vessel Crews With ratification votes Held over the past four months on nearly all ships covered by the new threeyear standard agreements, the SIU membership has cast a virtually unanimous vote in support of the June 16, 1990 to June 15, 1993 pacts, which have set the pattern for contracts reached between other American shipping unions and U.S.-flag vessel operators. The vote held aboard SlU-contracted vessels, along with the vote held at special membership meet­ ings in each hall in late June, con­ cludes the ratification process of the membership for the standard ffeightship and standard tanker agreements. In the shipboard ratification meetings and the special sessions in the halls, the support for the package has been "overwhelm­ ing," said Angus "Red" Campbell, vice president collective bargain­ ing. "The key issue: there was not one job reduction within the agree­ ment," Campbell noted. "The SIU set the pattern on percentage wage increases and an additional holiday within the industry. We re-estab­ lished the use of the AB/Maintenance rating and the Second Pumpman/Engine Maintenance rating, as well." As the SIU was the first mari­ time union to reach an agreement with its contracted companies, other licensed and unlicensed unions used the Seafarers contract as a model for their own talks. Among the highlights of the new contract is a 5 percent increase in wages in each year of the agree­ ment. The pay increase is spread across-the-board to overtime, pre­ mium pay and off-watch rates and will affect wage-based pensions and vacation pay. The contract also includes a cost-of-living provision to protect pay gains if inflation ex­ ceeds the increase in wages. Mar­ tin Luther King's birthday has been added as a holiday, and main­ tenance and cure as well as subsis­ tence and lodging rate parity has been achieved with the licensed of­ ficers. Continued on page 7 '...,vy-9;.., Extra Effort and Ifnion's School Help Meet SealIft Manning Demands, SIU Tells Panel Despite a shrinking merchant fleet, the Seafarers International Union has maintained an effective mechanism to develop a man­ power pool in times of increased shipping, Terry Turner, the SIU's director of congressional and gov­ ernment relations, said in a hearing of the subcommittee on merchant marine last month. Turner advised the congres­ sional panel, chaired by Represen­ tative Walter Jones (D-N.C.), "When word first came to us that Ready Reserve Force vessels would be activated, the president of our union, Michael Sacco, im­ mediately placed our hiring hall apparatus on a seven-day-perweek basis, as well as on extended hours." He added the union's "cen­ tral manpower center also has been operating around-the-clock" since a week or so after Iraq's invasion of Kuwait when word was received that civilian mariners would be needed for sealift activities. Representative Jones called the hearing to review "our nation's ca­ pability to meet sealift require­ ments caused by American de­ ployment to the Persian Gulf." He noted, "The U.S. merchant marine has the responsibility to transport military goods delivered to our port cities to the troops in the field—^wherever they may be." To meet the surge in shipping required by that responsibility. Turner outlined to subcommittee members the SIU's extraordinary efforts to ensure that all vessels engaged in Operation Desert Shield sealift activities would be crewed by qualified seafarers. The SIU "combed our.records to iden­ tify potential crewmembers that were not already registered" and asked "inactive members and physically-fit pensioners to regis­ ter" for employment. Turner said. Seafarers Volunteer for Duty "In a canvass of all of our union halls from around the country, our officials report that in many cases our members, upon hearing of the military's engagement in the Mid­ dle East, simply called in to signon. Some of our members had just 3-Year Labor Pact with ETC Posts Wage Gains, Now Holitlay SIU members sailing aboard the liquified natural gas (LNG) carriers operated by Energy Transportation Corporation (ETC) are in the pro­ cess of ratifying a new labor agree­ ment that increases wage rates by 5 percent each year, retroactive to July 1,1990 through 1993. In addi­ tion, under the terms of the agree­ ment, unlicensed crew manning scales will remain at existing levels. The new pact reached by the SIU contracts department and represen­ tatives of ETC is similar to the recently negotiated standard freightship and tanker a^eements ratified by the membership. Among the new contractual items LNG unlicensed crewmem­ bers will receive are: • A 5 percent increase in wages, overtime, premium pay and offwatch rates which will result in higher vacation pay benefits and wage-related pensions. In the sec­ ond and third years of the contract Matson Adds Two Vessels for Hawaii Trade The SS Kainalu (foreground) and SS Kaimoku recently were modified in a San Francisco shipyard for service by Matson Navigation Company between Hawaii and the U.S. West Coast. The ships join six other company vessels already carrying containers, automobiles and trailers in the market. The SIU's Pacific District Unions consisting of the Sailors Union of the Pacific for the deck department, the Marine Firemen, Oilers and Watertenders Union for the engine group and the SIU, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District for the galley gang represent Matson's unlicensed crewmembers. a cost-of-living-adjustment will kick in if the nation's inflation rate is more than 5 percent. • Martin Luther King's birthday will be added as a holiday, bringing the number of holidays in the con­ tract to 10. • Maintenance and cure rates will be in parity with what licensed officers receive. Subsistence and lodging fates also will be paid at the same level as called for in the licensed officer agreements. • Health care benefits will be maintained at the current levels of­ fered by the Seafarers Welfare Plan even though medical costs are skyrocketing around the country and more and more employers are attempting to pass the buck for such expenses to their employees. The pact was reached after ne­ gotiating sessions were held over a course of many months. The com­ pany sought significant reductions in manning. The union's negotiat­ ing committee rejected man­ agement's proposal for unlicensed crew reductions as not being in the best interests of Seafarers or the maritime industiy. The union's bargaining strategy was based on recommendations made by rank-and-file members over the past three years in ship­ board meetings and in suggestions provided to the SIU's contracts de­ partment. Seafarers on all eight of ETC's LNG vessels, which carry liquified gas from Indonesia to Japan in the only foreign-to-foreign trade ship­ ping operation under the U.S.-flag today, will have an opportunity to go over the contract with Carl Peth, headquarters representative, who will meet each of the vessels over the next month as they call on ports in Japan. Ratification votes will be held on each vessel. gotten off a vessel, but called in nonetheless," Turner reported. Turner stressed the important role the union's school played in ensuring the availability of skilled mariners. "Our training facility— the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, which is governed by a board of trustees made up jointly of shipowner rep­ resentatives and union officials— also has geared up for the surge. The number of participants in our entry level program has been in­ creased and the school is now run­ ning back-to-back classes for key ratings in the engine and deck de­ partments," he said. While the subcommittee is ex­ amining mechanisms to ensure that the United States has suffi­ cient sealift capacity, in light of lessons learned from Operation Desert Shield, Turner stressed the importance of being able to meet the military's logistical needs with American resources. Count on Americans "In closing, I want to let you know that our membership and port officials and manpower staff have responded enthusiastically to -.5 , Continued on page 7 SIU, Sheridan Sign Pact Covering Wages on 6 ITBs The SIU and Sheridan Trans­ portation have signed a new con­ tract to continue operation of six integrated tug/barges (ITBs) owned by the Hess Oil Company. The new agreement generally follows the standard tanker agree­ ment, including a 5 percent per year wage increase for the next three years, a cost of living adjust­ ment should inflation exceed 5 per­ cent and an additional holiday. One major change aboard the ITBs is District 2-MEBA will provide the officers who previously had been supplied by District 1-MEBA. The vessels involved include the ITB New York, ITB Jackson­ ville, ITB Baltimore, ITB Groton, ITB Mobile and ITB Philadelphia. They load at the Hess Oil terminal in St. Croix and sail up the east coast. The vessels lighter some of their load at Stapleton Anchorage , in New York, then proceed dis­ charging at the Hess terminal in Port Reading, N.J. The ITBs were built in 1982 and 1983. They are 691 feet long and have a dead weight tonnage of 47,247. The vessels can carry up to 320,000 barrels of oil. J.:-- Two of the ITBs, the New York and Jacksonville, returned to sea this month after extensive repair and refurbishing. They were refit­ ted with new gangways, automa­ tion systems and cherry pickers. The two were damaged by Hurri­ cane Hugo last year and had been in drydock since. 'H: '•'I-''; �SEAFARERS LOG Citedfor Contribution to Community * ^•.•. » • •% • Deborah Foundation Recognizes Work of Sill s Ed Puiver E^mK: ..tr' • . •'•' ' ..•:, • I • •••' ; •^ . .•••-' • f: • , • . 1. t.' Jersey City Port Agent Edward Fulver recently received the third annual Big-Heart Award from the Peborah Hospital Foundation. Puiver, who also serves as the secretary-treasurer for the New Jersey AFL-CIO, was cited by the not-for-profit foundation for all of his worJc within the community. "He has done so much," said Steven C. Grossman, special events coordinator with Deborah. "If you look at what he has done in general, you can't find a more car­ ing individual." The award is given each year to a person in New Jersey whom the foundation considers "a true hu­ manitarian and who benefits all the lives he or she touches." Puiver started working with the SIU in 1959 when the tugboat fleet he had organized in New York har­ bor during the '40s elected to sail with the Inland Boatman's Union of the Seafarers. He has been in­ strumental in organizing for both the SIU and its industrial division, the United Industrial Workers. As a union official, Puiver also has served as a national regional COPE director for the AFL-CIO, president of the Hudson County Central Labor Council and vice president of the New Jersey State AFL-CIO. In 1976 he was elected the state AFL-CIO's secretarytreasurer and has held the post since. Among his accomplishments in the community has been conduct­ ing food drives for striking union members. During the Christmas season, he dresses as Santa Claus and delivers toys to Jersey City public schools. He serves on the New Jersey State Board on Alco­ holism, was co-founder of both the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement and A. Philip Ran- With Ed Puiver when he received the Big-Heart Award are (left to right) Richard Jouanea; Michele Jouanea; Jack Critchley, previous award winner; Charles H, Marciante, New Jersey State AFL-CIO President; Puiver; Ashtey JouanM, a pediatric patient at Deborah Hospital; Jeffrey Gloss, Deborah Foundation chairman of the board; Assemblyman Tom Foy; Ronald W. Jones Jr., award founder; and Steve Grossman, foundation special events coordinator. dolph Institute and acts as chair­ man of the Rudy D'Angelo Foun­ dation for cancer research. He has received many honors from both the community and labor during his career. One drive that Puiver remem­ bers fondly was in 1978 when he was collecting food and clothes to aid the United Farm Workers (UFW). More than 40,000 union members responded to the call and the items were stored on the second floor of the union hall while plans were being made on how to ship them to California. "One momingj we came in and found the second floor had caved in from the excess weight of the goods," he recalled. "I turned to Cesar Chavez (UFW president) and said at least now we don't have to carry it down." The Deborah Hospital is located in Browns Mills, N.J. It was founded in 1922 as a tuberculosis sanitarium. As TB began to disap­ pear in the '50s, the hospital wanted to maintain its work with chest diseases. Tdday^ it is recog­ nized as one of the world's premier chest and lung specialty hospital centers. Turner Named Head of SIU's Department Of Cengressional and Gov't Relations •(ii: •:^' i' •f;3 The Seafarers International Union has named Terry Turner, 43, as the director of the union's De­ partment of Congressional and Government Relations. The San Diego native will su­ pervise a staff responsible for tracking legislation of importance to the union in Congress and han­ dling relations with government agencies involved in maritime business. Turner became a Washington representative for the department Terry Turner (left) meets with Karen Hoover of D2MEBA and U.S. Senator Frank R. Lautenberg (DN.J.) to discuss maritime issues. earlier this year. His primary activ­ ity was to track maritime and labor legislative affairs in the Senate. Prior to that, he had an extensive background in maritime matters, having been the field representa­ tive for Kentucky since 1981. The Deborah center does not charge patients for any medical treatment received. Last year, it cared for more than 28,000 people. Recently, the hospital sent doctors to Soviet Georgia to treat 19 chil­ dren. It has helped patients and trained doctors from 60 nations. Previous winners of the award include U.S. Senator Frank Lautenberg and Jack Critchley, president of the New Jersey Build­ ing and Construction Trades. Retired Stewaril Harris Heips Union Even though Re­ certified Steward J.B. Harris (pic­ tured on the right) has started re­ ceiving his SIU pension checks, the 65-year-oId member has not left the service of the union. "He still comes in to J.B. Harris (right), one of the union's top-of-the-line stewards, help behind retired recently. He is pictured above with Norfolk Port Agent Mike the counter Paladino. when we are shorthanded," said the campaign trails. In fact, his Mike Paladino, the union's Nor­ wife, Millie, was the secretary at folk port agent. the SIU's old hall on Banks Street Harris began his union career in in Norfolk. The couple resides in 1943 aboard the Tabitha Brown. nearby Virginia Beach. He signed off his final vessel ear­ "I trust J.B. Harris behind the lier this year. In between, he has counter on those few times when a helped the Seafarers in a variety of union official is not available," activities at sea, in the halls and on Paladino added. He graduated from the Univer­ sity of Missouri in 1970. Before his career with the Seafarers, he had worked in the Carter White House and several political campaigns around the country. Reviewing Applications for Piney Point Stewards (left to ripht) Jerome Jordan of Jacksonville, Victor Harper of rhiladelphia and Roscoe Williams of San Francisco work with Headquarters Frank Paladino (standing) to study and recommend upgraders for the 1991 steward recertification classes at the Harry Lundeberg Schoof3f Seaman­ ship. The next class will begin January 28 �oaoBCRim - SIU Challenges MarAd OK efLykes/FABC Deal .''•> V'. i": ' .ji'i'ii!-':/ -mt '• Slits'; ; -.' '' • ' '• >; •• ' . The SIU charged in federal dis­ trict court that the Maritime Administration's decision to allow Lykes Brothers Steamship Com­ pany to transfer its government subsidy monies to a troubled Dis­ trict 1 Marine Engineers Beneficial Association Pension Fund-owned shipping company was "entered into without observance of proce-dures required by law and regula­ tion, are arbitr^, capricious, an abuse of discretion and contrary to law and regulation." In the lawsuit filed this month, the union also accused MarAd, the government agency responsible for approving operating differen­ tial subsidies (ODS) to U.S.-flag shipping companies that meet cer­ tain requirements dictated by law and regulation, of conjecture and pulling facts from thin air. Taking taxpayer monies originally allo­ cated to Lykes and bestowing them to First American Bulk Carriers (FABC) Corporation, an unsubsidized shipping company, is an act "based on findings which have no basis in the record and lack expla­ nation," the union said in its com­ plaint. i Furthermore, the union believes MarAd's decision to sanction the deal "contains no explanation" for its findings, "merely repeats" the words in the law, "refused to ad­ dress" the SIU's concerns and "failed to provide a statement of reasons supporting" its approval of switching Lykes' subsidy to the two FABC ships, which have been the subject of a Labor Department investigation and have been char­ tered at one time or another to two companies that went into bank­ ruptcy. Deal Hurts Sea-Land, SIU The Maritime Administration determination, reached in late Au­ gust and upheld in September by the Department of Transportation secretary, permits Lykes to time charter the two FABC container vessels, transfer its operating dif­ ferential subsidy to the Delaware Bay and Chesapeake Bay and put the two ships into service on trade route 21 between U.S. Gulf ports, ports in the United Kingdom and on the continent of Europe. The SIU's beef with the deci­ sion stems from the fact that one of the union's contracted companies, Sea-Land, operates unsubsiqiized ' U.S.-flag vessels, crewed by Sea­ farers, on the same trade route. The introduction of subsidized U.S.-flag vessels competing head^ to-head with unsubsidized ones op­ erated by Sea-Land jeopardizes the job opportunities of Seafarers. In addition, the SIU has pointed out that MarAd's action is a radical departure from the government's policy of not granting subsidies to new shipping companies or waterborne transportation operations that have not received ODS in the past. Contrary to Current Practice When Lykes first sought gov­ ernment approval of the subsidy deal, the SIU, Sea-Land, Farrell Lines and the International Organi­ zation of Masters, Mates and Pilots lodged vigorous protests to the pro­ posal with the Maritime Adminis­ tration. Michael Sacco, president of the SIU, strongly objected to the use of taxpayer monies being used to subsidize an operation that would compete with the unsubsi­ dized, U.S.-flag and SlU-crewed Sea-Land vessels. The union also took exception to Lykes Brothers' use of a time charter when the industry practice in such circumstances is to bare­ boat charter vessels. The union pointed out that the transfer of part of Lykes' ODS contract to FABC not only contravened the letter and spirit of the Merchant Marine Act of 1936 as amended, but also vio­ lated Lykes' ODS contract and MarAd's own rules. Urging a full hearing on the matter, Sacco charged the Lykes request as "the vaguest and flimsiest application for subsidy ever received by MarAd." Over the course of the next few months, the union expects the dis­ trict court based in Washington, DC to schedule preliminary hear- •mmMm ings on the case. As the complaint is directed against the government and the heads of the Department of Transportation and the Maritime Administration, the U.S. Justice Department will attempt to defend the administration's actions. ;1 • 3-Year Pacts Ratified Continued from page 5 Copies of both the standard freightship and standard tanker agreements are available at any union hall or by writing to the SIU's contracts department at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. The standard agreements do not apply to those vessels acquired through awards from the Military Sealift Command as a result of suc­ cessful bids by SIU contracted em­ ployers. Nor do the pacts cover ships operated by Matson and APL which have labor contracts with the SIU's Pacific District Unions Sailors' Union of the Pacific repre­ senting unlicensed deck seamen. Marine Firemen, Oilers and Watertenders Union for the unli­ censed engine department and the Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District for the steward de­ partment. f '. f '- r'-T 'f •iv •• ¥§• SIU Mee^ Sealift Manning Demands 'kii' Continued from page 5 '•yk: •"••".' 'r; *!. Feinstein Receives Seafarers Support SIU members from the port of San Francisco take time from their, :ic guberr schedule to attend a lunchtime rally for California Democratic guberna torial candidate Dianne Feinstein. Volunteers include, from left to right (kneeling) Ramose Egidio, Jasper Jackson Jr., Port Representative Vince Coss, (back row) Roscoe Williams, Port Agent Nick Celona, an unidentified ILWU member, Mike Wells, Janet Price, Jose Bayani, Jay Sanders and Bill Wroten. The photo was provided by a longtime SIU friend, Charles Farruggia. •* . ' •»'. ,- CORRECTION On page 28 of the Sep­ tember 1990 issue of the Seafarers LOG, the wrong photograph was placed with the caption of Bosun Jack Edwards displaying the commendation he received from the Maritime Admin­ istration for his part in a 1987 rescue aboard the Bea­ ver State. The person in the photograph was MarAd of­ ficial Robert A. Bryan. Pic­ tured at right is Edwards. The Seafarers LOG apologizes to Bosun Ed­ wards and his family for any problems and confusion this may have caused. SIU Men Help Borski Campaign The re-election campaign for Congressman Robert Borski (D-Pa.) has been aided by the volunteer work of members from the Philadelphia hall. Those who have been very involved include (left to right) Cook/Baker Terrance Stowall,• AB "Diamond Jim" • 1" Brady, DEU John Phillips, DEU Ray Rever and QMED Ray Crane. Not pictured, but also active, are AB Bill Ashman, QMED John Cronan and QMED Frank Jaworski, said Field Representative Mark Federici. their role as the fourth arm of de­ fense. Unlike the Japanese seamen that we read about in a Washington Post article, who were reluctant to go to the troubled area, American seafarers have not hesitated or wa­ vered when it came to crewing " ships destined for the Persian Gulf. Whatever solutions this Congress, the administration or the industry look at in the future, it should be remembered that the United States should have the capability to go at it alone," Tumer concluded. Other witnesses who testified on sealift and the Persian Gulf mo­ bilization at the hearing held over two days in September included Robert Moore, director for trans­ portation policy, office of the assis­ tant secretary of defense for production and logistics; Vice Ad­ miral Paul Butcher, deputy com­ mander-in-chief, U.S. Transporta­ tion Command; Maritime Admin­ istrator Warren Leback; Vice Ad­ miral Francis Donovan Jr., the head of the Military Sealift Com­ mand; John Stocker, president. Shipbuilders Council of America, and representatives of three other maritime unions. 'ft 'h' �SEAFARERS LOG Joseph j, STBKE PftiET geoiareis' IntemationfllOmon ' Af«|taied *wiA t*-- DattSEPA. -•1946FBk.No Port ?.6S4..ProNo o as he was pictured as a young sailor (left) and in a re­ cent photograph taken in his office (below). Joe and Rita DiGiorgio enjoy a night on the town in New York with their longtime friends Wilma and Ed Mooney. : Wp Ship's Name An IntciMCW mth Joseph DiGfoi^ Company Chairman -fnhisfmiethyear^^b^*^^ Itional Union, J®®®PjV^„„urer of the organization. The 72- SSng the weltar.^ jointly administered by the MU opera- Replacing Joe suming his pof ^ons on who previously served the urn and inland waters who P international forums ^ince th who assumed the duties of the seer e the th(» union 40 of which were spent urer, DiGiorgio ^arly days, as a young man trymg to I« ^ Isthmian Steamship Company 71 BROADWAY NEW YOBK-6* N- Sa. ^ /oOfHJk Pass No. Di(Morgie The lSeafar JI Ml assumed the ^^,00 s ^' Union Became a Way of Life III! president lakes ^ S SXJ-.'i. opportunity to serve you. , thumb of the boss ... Later, as . '"^u'say, -gave mea.way because this union means so much ^ ^ waited to come to work. KrJom^ttS w" aStX go to bed because I might m.ss ^Tufrfm^a-pohe^^ concerned for the SlU sentatives. "Th^rt maritime industry «s members or the bming. I was always interested m _ union or industry had to say, "1 ^ Began Shipping in 1941 ' ,.-,1 the Hone Haven orphanage, iti'r^rrb^c^K f^-r^,rr«th^^^^ norR»'S^ SgThelpedthe young_^^^ administration in created National Labor R careers in the maritime industry _ SSS rhlhloTbotK tT^sitions as elected offietals .n the careers wnicn iwi Ltv,... gjU I T\inif»reio said. ^'Lallinghishrstiobsouts^^o^^^^^^^^ ..Xen was oid en'ough to leave Hope f 'Sttnt me over to. the Mande-ne b^ wluo see Logan and he XirmrXle 1 became a lottgshoreman, docks. That Joe DiGiorgio was involved in some of tfie union's most fa' rnous beefs in­ cluding tfie 1948 Wall Street Strike and tfie SiU's efforts to organize Cities Service tankers. b^n fer?ks^'hat^an between New j began a job on the began to ship. My v<a«i«iel " remembered DiGiorgio. after a few trips as His'first shipboard job was M a ,be black gang. After » part of the galley crew, ftOlorgio swn^^ „„idst of World few months ®f.®h'PP'"|i^^„„|ria. a Waterman Steamship COTpany War 11. His ship, the SS Afoundn se„k ,„ the Wmd- ::r« S M"aro°f mi. DiGiorlo was issued a rare discharge. �oaoBiRim one that read on the line that gave the port of disembarkation, "lost to enemy action." DiGiorgio explains the strange language: "It was early in the war and the U.S. Coast Guard was putting down 'lost to enemy action' if your vessel was sunk. But they didn't do it for very long, because a few months after the Afoundria went down, the government would put on your discharge the port you came into on whatever vessel had rescued you." Shipped in WWII Combat Zones A month after being torpedoed and rescued, DiGiorgio was on an­ other merchant vessel. As a watertender on the Robert E. Lee, he sailed from New Orleans to the islands in the lesser Antilles, assisting in the rescue of survivors of ships that had been lost at sea as a result of war activity. During WWII, DiGiorgio also sailed on runs to Europe and Northern Africa. He was on a vessel that provided supplies for the invasion of Palermo and the invasion of the mainland of Italy. He shuttled between Italy and Tunisia for many months and also sailed back and forth in the WA* SniPTIWO ADMINDTRATION MrCiimiwii MWh Im Ww Zmt Bw WAR IHIPRING ATMINISTRATION rz.-sr.T.'or: WAR SHlPriHO AOMmtmiATtOH % One of DiGiorgio's favorite ways to relax Is fishing. Here he and his wife, Rita, proudly display the sallflsh the couple caught during a fishing trip off the coast of Mexico. -Treasurer Qetlres the SIU's Mediterranean to the European theater until the end of the war. Looking back on his experiences in the combat zones of WWII, DiGiorgio recalled, "I never really gave death any thought. . . When we were shuttling from Tunisia to Naples,*there were bombings every night. Mount Vesuvius used to light up the sky and every night about seven o'clock you could look forward to the Germans coming. All they had to do is follow the light in the sky and they would bomb Naples. On the ship we would wait and wait. Every night it was a horrible feeling. But I always headed for the engineroom. For some reason, I felt secure in the engineroom." Brother DiGiorgio continued to sail after the war, participating in many of the union's strikes and other major beefs. In 1951, Paul Hall, who was heading the SIU's Atlantic and Gulf District at that time, assigned DiGiorgio to solidify the union's inroads in the passenger line trades. In 1952, DiGiorgio was elected to his first full-time position in the union — Baltimore patrolman. In the '50s, DiGiorgio helped open the Sea Chest, the union's vehicle for providing high quality personal effects to seafarers at a reasonable cost. In I960, DiGiorgio served as one of the joint patrolmen in New York and in the balloting of 1964 was elected to the position of New York port agent. Assumes Duties of Secretary-Treasurer When A1 Kerr died in January of 1972, Paul Hall, then president of the Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District and in the same position in SIU of North America, appointed Joe DiGiorgio to execute the constitutional duties of the secretary-treasurer. In the union's next round of elections a few years later, DiGiorgio was elected to the position of secretary-treasurer by the union's membership. In every election since that time, the rank-and-file has returned DiGiorgio to the post, which he has held under the administrations of York. I couldn't wait to haye a child bom in that fantastic city. It was a great feeling when it happened." , Together, Joe and Rita DiGiorgio have enjoyed raising a family. "I am very proud of my family," DiGiorgio said. "Besides my family and the union, I had very few other interests, although my wife and I do like boating and fishing." Reflections on the Future In leaving the post he has held for the past 18 years, DiGiorgio said he felt "sad in some ways and happy in other ways. I am sad because this is a new era for the maritime industry and I see enormous growth potential and the union has young, progressive officials at the helm, starting with Mike Sacco as president. With this kind of leadership and fresh ideas, tremendous things can happen and I feel sad I won't be a part of this change and growth pattern." "But on the other hand, I have been at this for the last 40 years and I ani happy that I will have some more free time." "I am also looking forward to the time when I will see my grandson enter the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship as a trainee. I think the school is one of the union's and the industry's greatest accomplish­ ments. When I think back to what Charles Logan did with Hope Haven and its vocational programs, I can see how the Lundeberg School has taken Logan's dreams and put them to work," DiGiorgio added. In retirement. Brother DiGiorgio expects to increase his boating and fishing activities. But completely severing his relationship with the union is out of the question. "I will never really retire from the union. Certainly, I am retiring from the position of secretary-treasurer. But I will never retire from the people I have spent the last 40 years working and living with. "I will always be available to serve the interests of the union that has treated me in my lifetime so well," Brother DiGiorgio concluded. ,',V. • » ; \ • :f\ Joe DiGiorgio served with three SIU presidents. When he assumed the office of secretary-treasurer, the union's chief officer was Paul Hall (on the right In the first photograph with former SUP President Morris Welsberger). When Hall died In 1980 and Frank Drozak succeeded him, DiGiorgio continued as secretary-treasurer. (Drozak Is on the left In the center photograph.) Michael Sacco (In the third photograph), who has been at the union's helm since 1988 was the third SIU president to work with DiGiorgio In his capacity of secretary-treasurer. the SIU's three presidents — Paul Hall, the union's chief executive officer until his death in 1980; Frank Drozak, who served until cancer claimed his life in 1988, and Michael Sacco, who leads the union today. Looking back upon his work as a union official, DiGiorgio said he was most proud of the role he played in bettering the lives of seamen, "l remember convincing the owner of Falcon Carriers in the late '60s to build his ships with private rooms for the unlicensed crew at a time when this was unheard of in the American tramp fleet." :• Raising a Family Brother DiGiorgio met his wife, Rita, during the war at a time when he was sailing in and out of New York. At the age of 28, Joe DiGiorgio married Rita Shepard. The DiGiorgio's have two children, one bom in New Jersey, the other in New York City. DiGiorgio reminisced about the decision he and his wife made to have one of their children bora in New York City. "I thought New York was the greatest city in the world. Every­ thing I never knew existed as a backwoods Louisiana boy was in New Port Agent DIGIorgto gives SIU member Frank Travis his third engineer's license In 1970. liiiRniB DiGiorgio and Mooney, who also served as an SIU official, swap some sea stories when ' Mooney recently visited head­ quarters. �•t ' sufARmm mru Operations Are Non-Stop Aboard American Republic mmtmu imJM I iliiiiiliiTiiiiMiitoi From left to right, Milan MilkovicH," Cheryl Stamper, Fred Kearns and Scott May are part of the crew keeping the Bob-Lo vessels running on the , Detroit River. Deckhand J Doug Shearer and Captain Kampfert oversee work in the shipyard on the launch Friendship used by Bob-Lo. Although September officially is listed on the calen­ dar as the final month of summer, it marks the onset of winter for SIU crews aboard two Great Lakes vessels. The Columbia and St Clair are passenger steam­ ships that carry up to 3,000 passengers at a time to Bob-Lo Island amusement park in the Detroit River during summer. According to Algonac Port Agent Jack Allen, the pair is believed to be the last major passenger ships still plying the Great Lakes regularly. Both ^ps, along with several smaller launches used by the company, laid up last month at the end of the four-month season for the park. The last of the crewmembers needed for layup signed off earlier this month. Some of them make themselves available for relief work on Great Lakes vessels while others go home until they are called back in April, Allen said. The Columbia and St. Clair are known as "up-downers" because of their engines which "work like sewing i*-. machines, going up and down, when they are running," Allen said. Both are former coal-burners but have b^n converted to use oil for fuel. They average between 16 and 18 miles per hour. During the season, the two operate approximately 12 hours daily shuttling tourists from a dock just souA of downtown Detroit to the island about 14 miles south on the Canadian side of the river, which flows between Lake St. Clair to the north and Lake Erie to the south. Launches are used to supplement the two ships when crowds are large and for late evening return trips. On certain summer weekends, the two passenger vessels offer night excursions with live music. Crewmembers generally work three to four weeks to get the vessels ready each spring and stay onboard another three to four weeks in the fall to prepare them for layup. ^ ^ Nighttime operations are noth­ ing new and unusual for the men and women who sail aboard SIUcrewed merchant vessels. For the crew of the American Republic, it is almost a daily ritual. The American Steamship Com­ pany self-unloader runs along the southern shore of Lake Erie carry­ ing taconite ore from Lorain, Ohio to Cleveland for LTV Steel. Dur­ ing the Great Lakes shipping sea­ son, it makes the round trip sdmost everyday. "There is not much difference between loading during the day or night," said Bosun Teriry Henratta. "You just have to be more careful at night." The docking area is lit so heav­ ily that parts of the ship appear to be drenched in daylight radier than covered by darkness. Crewmembers adjust their per­ sonal habits to catch sleep when­ ever they can because of the continual loading and unloading. The American Republic, named after the old Republic Steel Com­ pany, is one of the smaller vessels in the ASC fleet. It was built spe­ cifically to carry the ore through the Cuyahoga River with all of its twists and turns to the steel mill up river from downtown Cleveland. The 635-foot ship has bow and stem thrusters as well as eight rud­ ders for the river's sharp turns. The pilot house is located on the stem so the pilot can handle the ship going backward as well as for­ ward. Crewmembers told a LOG re­ porter that they like sailing aboard the American Republic becaiuse it is one of the first vessels to fit out and one of the last to lay up each year because of its run along the lower part of the Great Lakes. Algonac Launch Takes Member toTug SIU crewmembers are flown to many parts of tfie world to replace brotfiers and sisters wfio must sign off vessels because of emergencies. However, in an emergency on ttie Great Lakes, members don't fiave that far to go. SIU launches, like the one above taking AB Tankerman Patrick Matthes to the tugboat Mary E. Hannah, are used to keep vessels moving in the Algonac, Mich, area. �0 oaoBemm . .. ..' Ws"J-..-S'^---, - IstLt. Alex Boaayman Returns from Persian Gulf Continued from page 2 •••V A^J -;--y,;.-" .•-•>• vV._' with cargo that includes everything from tanks and ammunition to food and medical supplies, the prepositioning vessels are a vital part of the military's strategy to quickly get equipment to an area of poten­ tial conflict. The prepositioning vessels be-, came an integral part of the nation's defense arsenal after the Iranian hostage crisis in the late '70s when the United States learned the value of having mili­ tary resources stationed close to trouble areas. For the current Pers­ ian Gulf military activation, the prepositioning ships based in Diego Garcia were the first SIUcrewed vessels to arrive in the Middle East, and were also some of the first ships to reach the area with supplies. Bosun Tom Anderson, a re­ tired Navy veteran from St. Louis who is still in the reserves, had spent nine years sailing around Viemam. He stated he was happy not to be on active duty, but looked forward to this assignment because sailing was more interesting duty than being at anchor. Anderson be­ lieves the prepositioning ships like the Bonnyman can play a vital role in the nation's forward deployment defense strategy. Because the ves­ sels are maintained in a constant .state of readiness and are stationed near the world's hot spots, the pre­ positioning ships can get to any critical area quickly, as they re­ cently did during Operation Desert iShield. Anderson stated that the Bonny man's crew "handled the job well, and the professionalism they showed was exemplary." All onboard the Bonnyman said their first trip to the Gulf had been a tense one. It had taken place in the early days of the activation and there was not much information available on the situation in the Gulf. Rumors swept through the vessel that the Persian Gulf had been mined. AB Wray Sweatt, who sails out of the port of Jack­ sonville, admitted he was a bit un­ easy when he found out where the ship was going—not only because of mines, but also about the possi­ bility of chemical or gas warfare. Chief Electrician Charlie Chancey also felt the apprehen­ sion. "There were a few marines already there, but we were one of the first ships, and we didn't have much cover. It was pretty touchy not knowing what was going on. We were sitting still, always won­ dering what was going on." When the vessel arrived in Saudi Arabia, AB Heley Maine, who comes from Mobile, was in­ jured aboard ship, and was allowed into town (by ambulance) to get help. He said the whole situation in town was very tense. The Iraqis were so close. Fortunately, the AB's injury was not major and he was able to continue working aboard ship. The SIU crewmembers saw a lot of empty tankers outside the Gulf. And from time to time the ship was buzzed by unidentified aircraft. To help ease the concern, extra look­ outs were posted and two Saudi frigates sailed as the Bonnyman's escorts. After unloading their cargo in Saudi Arabia, the Bonnyman was ordered to Bahrain as a possible evacuation ship for Americans stuck in the region, but after nine days returned to the United States—to the port of Jacksonville. Good Cooperation When interviewed in Jackson­ ville by a staff member of the Sea­ farers LOG, SIU members all agreed there was good cooperation between the officers and crew aboard the vessel. Everyone looked out for each other. Every member of the crew pitched in. Seafarers aboard the Bonnyman also gave high marks to Captain Dan Goff, the vessel's master. Captain Goff provided the crew with information—what little he had—and set a good example by keeping calm, the hard-working members reported. The steward department also rallied. With only 12 hours to pre­ pare to leave Diego Garcia, no ar­ rangements had been made to provide stores for a possible oper­ ation. The steward tried to get as much as possible before sailing. And though stores were limited. Chief Cook William Hare did an exceptional job feeding the men. Seafarers onboard told the LOG. Steward Bernard Tyler, who sails out of Algonac, both deep sea and Great Lakes, estimated that with the cooperation of the military, the Bonnyman's galley gang prepared and served more than 7,000 meals. The steward department worked hard to provide good and plentiful food, taking into account that many U.S. soldiers already stationed in the area would come aboard for some home cooking. Adjusting to the Heat The heat was especially difficult to adjust to for many crewmembers. The climate in the Persian Gulf is not a dry heat like the crewmembers were used to in Diego Garcia, but a very humid one. AB Maino said the heat was so stifling that when a person stepped out of the house it was "like walking into a concrete wall." Another AB said the humidity was so high that he was drenched in sweat within five minutes, breath­ ing and perspiring heavily. This high heat and humidity led to a drain on the air conditioning system, but the engine crew did a great job in trying to eliminate the strain caused by the excessive heat; fellow Seafarers reported. Tyler noted that in Saudi Arabia, the con­ ditions at the dock were scorching, and soldiers stationed there would come onboard just tp get cool. Chief Electrician Chancey said things went smoothly in the engine room, however the big concern was for the rising temperatures, es­ pecially of the water going through the air conditioning system. Ships like the Bonnyman, he noted, were built for cold water sailing. Steward Assistant Thomas Maley from the port of New York stated that "ice water was at a pre­ mium," and that the heat particu­ larly affected the deck department and those who had to work outside. He was also quite emotional in talking about the military chap­ lains on shore who wanted no spe­ cial treatment like coming aboard ship for a good meal or to get cooled off. The chaplains would bring U.S. soldiers suffering from heat or malnutrition onboard, but had to be heavily persuaded to stay themselves for a short respite. Nick Kratsas, port agent in Bal­ timore, met the ship in Jacksonville upon its retum. He said the Bonny­ man had a great crew. "They really pulled together during some very scary times," Kratsas said. "The team spirit amongst the crew was clearly evident when I held a union meeting," the SIU official noted. Phipf Flprtrician Charlie ^ rh;mrpvwa«;keDtbusvthis >5.^. trio makino sure the air con- Jacksonville Patrolman Torw McQuay, left, goes over some ditioning was working paperwork with DEU David Powers of Brooklyn, N.Y. Slicing the bacon for a dinner specialty is Michael K. "Stew Burner" Bernard whose motto is, "When It's Smoking, It's Cooking: When It's Burning, It's Ready!" K:' .''ii' • -' SA John Huyett of St. Louis, left, sets the table while SA Amos Myers of Mo­ bile fills the fruit bowl. Myers is a grad­ uate of Piney Point class #431. 'A , Bosun Tom Anderson of St. Louis, seated, and Steward/Baker Bernard Tyler of Algonac are happy to be back. Baltimore Port Agent Nick Kratsas, left, met the Bonnyman in Jacksonville. With him are AB Heley AB Larry Cochrane of Mainoof Mobile (seated) and AB Tom Olive of Jack- Jacksonville particisonville. pates in the meeting. K.: n J �'.-^u^..*w{,_,.«p\';^_:^:».-v- -viJvwwvj:; - '•• SOFARiRS £06 I «• A Sea Story I Wy': '4" i 'I t<'• • •''} •f. . ;; .fir' C-vM; fei, fc: 't •' v ??"•• I'^' .v. :^ > n 19521 was on a freighter run­ ning down to the islands and the north coast of South America. One trip we went into Dutch Gui­ ana and went on up the Surinam River to a bauxite mine way up in the jungle. We were the first ship of that size to go up there, and it was some trip. The river twisted and tumed and was quite narrow, so we had to have a tug at each end to get us around the bends. Mon­ keys were jumping on and off the ship all the way up. Like I said, it was quite a trip. We docked at the mine just be­ fore supper and were told we'd be leaving first thing in the morning with the high tide after taking half a load of bauxite. Well, my watch partner, who was a strong, silent type with a build like Tarzan and an adventurous nature, wanted to go up the river that night and catch a crocodile for his brother in the States who had just opened a pet shop, thinking the croc would bring a little publicity. So after supper we hired an old native to take us up the river in his dugout canoe. We only had to pay him about six bars of soap and two tin cans (large ones for cooking), so his work came cheap. Well, we started on up the river, and imme­ diately we heard drums beating away. This was head-hunter coun­ try, and the natives were passing the word that we were on the way up river into their territory. We had prepared for this by bringing along some extra soap and cans, which we planned to take to the headhunter chief. So that was our first stop. We went to the main village of the head-hunters in that area to see this most powerful chief and pow-wowed with him, assuring him that we were only looking for crocodiles, not natives. We gave him our paltry tribute, and he sig­ nalled his drummers to pass the Word that we were not to be harmed, which the drummers took care of promptly. We left the village and contin­ ued on up the river, which was an adventure filled with huge snakes and so forth; but to get to the point, I'll simply say that we did catch a crocodile, a mean one about six feet long. We tied him up in the canoe and went back to the ship, arriving at about five in the morn­ ing. We were tired and knew we'd be getting up soon to undock the ship, so we made a quick plan to get a few minutes' shuteye before the callout. We had to stash the croc and didn't want to waste any time doing it, so we put it into the Chief Steward's shower and pulled the curtain. Well, it wasn't long before we were awakened by a lot of shouting and running. The Chief Steward was out in the passageway stark naked hollering, "Agg-g-h!!! There's a crocodile in my shower!!! Agg-g-g-h!!!" Well, we had to get up and stash the croc somewhere else right away. Who could guess the Steward was going to take a shower that morning? We got back to the States in a few days and went into Mobile to unload. The big question was how we were going to get the croc past Customs and into the country. My idea was to tie a heaving line around the croc's neck and just hang it over the side in the water until after the ship was cleared, but my partner wanted to do it differ­ ently. He tied a six-foot piece of line around thecroc's neck and tied the other end to an empty five-gal­ lon kerosene can to act as a marker buoy. Of course this method re­ quired waiting until the last minute to throw the croc overboard so he wouldn't get too far away. That's what my partner wanted to do, and that's what he did. But he did it in a damn fool way. When you come into Mobile the river goes right by the downtown area before you get to the docks. Well, my partner waits until we're in that area and throws the croc over right across from the building where the U.S. Customs was housed. He threw it off on the off­ shore side; that is, on the side away from the building, but when he did a Customs man saw him. They al­ ways watch for the ships to go by and then start out on their way to the docks to meet them. Well, when that agent saw my partner throw what he thought was a big bundle over the side he alerted his boss, who immediately notified all enforcement agencies in the area to be on the lookout for a big drug caper. He also ordered all available Customs agents to meet our ship and go over it like a bunch of in­ quisitive ants. So when we docked, what happens? We're swarmed by a whole squad of Customs men who tear the ship apart and make an investigation. But nobody knows anything about drugs, just about a crocodile. And the Customs isn't going for that story. They think the whole ship is in on a conspiracy and a cover-up and they decide to keep a 24-hour watch on the ship until they un­ cover the plot. In addition, their boss gets the yen for a little hot publicity and releases the news to the papers, who come out with the headline, "HUGE HEROIN HAUL HINTED" in the evening papers. While all of that was going on my partner, who had sneaked off the ship immediately after dock­ ing, was missing, and the Customs knew of that from taking a rollcall on the ship. When my partner tumed up missing all enforcement agencies were again alerted, and the Coast Guard got on the scent and searched the harbor. Who do they find but my partner in a rented speedboat looking for the croco­ dile. So they hail him down, hold­ ing a machine gun on him, and bring him back to the ship, claim­ ing they've captured the ring­ fa-': i#iXlll!;.gri«;^^^,^v--- -i'l., 'p--: 'f. MEMOIRS OF A SEAMAN BY SlU MEMBER FREDERIC CARPENTER leader. They grill him and then tum him loose for lack of evidence, but they are convinced something funny is going on and refuse to give up the investigation. After all, who in heck would go to all this trouble to bring a crocodile into the coun­ try? Well, Customs continued to maintain a 'round-the-clock watch on us. They had one man lurking around on the dock sidling in and put of the warehouses, one man at the head of the gangway, one man constantly patrolling the midship house, and a man on each end of the ship watching so no one skulked off the ship by climbing down the mooring lines. They acted like they were in on the big­ gest dmg bust in the history of Mobile and took their jobs very seriously. Among other things, they checked every man who came and went on the gangway. This went on for a couple of days until Friday, when one of the country boys from North Alabama figured he'd go fishing for the weekend and spend the night in the woods. He rounded up a blanket, a frying pan, and all that stuff, as well as some food from the cook, who gave him a big jar of flour mixed with commeal to fry his fish. Well, when he went off the gangway the nitwit Customs man searched him and whooped with delight, hollering, "I got 'im! I got 'im! The pickup man! This is it! Look at all this heroin!" meaning the jap of flour. So they arrest the kid and send the jar to the lab for analysis. The boss of Customs is so excited he calls the newspapers again and releases a story, which the papers headline, "BAD BOYS BUSTED ON BOAT," which cre­ ates quite a stir in the community. That night a lot of people come down to the docks to look over this notorious ship with its nefarious crew. Well, imagine the consternation the next day when it's leamed from the lab that the flour is really flour. Naturally, the papers had stayed on top of the story, and when this hap­ pened they decided to do an indepth story about the whole thing. So they came down to the ship with a reporter and a photographer and interviewed everybody. They got the whole story and took pictures of me and my partner, and the next morning they have a feature article entitled "CROC-CATCHERS CONFOUND CUSTOMS." As you can imagine, my partner and I are celebrities, and all kinds of people come down to the ship that afternoon saying, "Right on, men! That's showin' 'em!" and all like that. A lot of those people were wearing beads and feathers and all, and I think they were just tickled that somebody had put something over on the U.S. Customs. We never did find that croco- 1958 Scholarship Winner Enjoys Writing Career Frederic Carpenter A 1958 union scholarship pro­ vided Brother Frederic Carpenter with an opportunity to further his book-learning and expand his ca­ reer opportunities. Throughout his life. Carpenter has continued to write about the sea and the adven­ tures of his brother seafarers. Carpenter joined the SIU at age 16 to see the world and live a life of adventure. He worked as a dish­ washer for a few months and then switched to the deck gang. He sailed as an ordinary seaman, then as an able bodied seaman and in deck maintenance. He also served as ship's bosun a couple of times. While sailing, he decided to pursue additional education. The scholarship program, started in 1953, gives SIU mem­ bers the opportunity to continue their schooling. In Carpenter's case, he was awarded the SIU scholarship at age 29 and went to Louisiana State University where he double majored in psychology, and sociology while continuing to ship. He graduated at age 35 and earned his third mate's license, sailing in that capacity for five years before giving up sea life for good. He became a successful technical writer and vice president of a communications firm in New Orleans for a while and presently works for the federal government's Occupational Safety and Health Administration. But his fondest memories are of the sea. In 1985 the Clearwater, Fla. resident resumed writing fic­ tion and has produced a couple of novellas, several short stories and a major portion of a long sea novel based upon his sailing days. The story on this page is an excerpt from that book. Carpenter, now 61 years old, has been published nine times in various quarterlies and has applied for a grant to finish the novel, en­ joying the vicarious reliving of "the thunder and the sunshine" of his sea years. 4 i 4 p. . .... . ifl, :.'r '' i ' •" y , 'l'- • —y - miyr �i»esW!to6*iww=rSreai^^ •rtitsseess" oaoBa imw 13 . ......V; SIU STEWARDS Nick Andrews, Kimberly Allen Carter With the combined skills of Chief Cook Michael and Joseph S. Smith consistently put forth exciting and Utin and Steward Assistant Sandra Martinez and tasty meals for their shipmates. The three steward departCarter, the USNS Contender's galley ^ng gives the ment members keep in touch with the Seaferers LOG, ship a reputation as a "good feed providing the union's publication widi the photographs appearCarter said Martinez, a recent iuateofthe Harry Lundeberg School in Piney ing on this page. Point, Maryland, and Utin made up an "ASteward BakerJoseph S. Smith has gained some fame among team.' Carter also is a graduate of the 3fthe-< rs for his out-oMhe-ordinary barbecues. his fellow union's training center, continually upmadSmith, who joined the union in 1963 ing in the steward department and aoding at the New York union hall, believes "a barbecue at sea is a morale booster and to her endorsements. She received a com­ it helps break up the monot- mendation from F.E. Clark, master of the USNS Contender, in which he stated, "I will at Sea On the USNS Contender works as a team, reports Steward Baker Kimberfy Allen Carter. ' ri 1 "f •• ,• 'if •; afloat for cleanliness; your galley will excel, without question." Chief Steward Nick Andrews, who re­ cently sailed on the Sea-Land Expedition, takes pride in the meals served on his ship. Andrews, who was bom in Greece and joined the union in 1979 in Seattle, is con­ stantly refining his recipes. He is known as a peitectionist who insists on balanced menus of high quality food that can meet any taste test. -:v • • . • • .-r.V 'v''. "•} :•: (I '' '•J:.-' 1 'oliday meals should serve"out-offhe-ordinary"fare, says Executive Chef Romeo Lupinacci who is mcharged with training SIU mem­ bers in the steward department "A great meal is an important part of any joyous occasion,"adds the culinary expert n)ho is based at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. On this page are tivo holiday menus and' corresponding recipesplanned by Executive Chef Lupinacci. "Of course, depending on stores and where die vessel is located, some aspects of the menus may not be possible to create," says Lupinacci "However, I know our stewards and chief cooks will do a fan­ tastic job with the ingredients they have available," Lupinacci concluded. Thanksgiving Dinner December Holiday Dinner Maryland Crab Harvest Bisque Shrimp Scampi Flamingo Stuffed Pennsylvania Style Capon with Natural Sauce and Apple Sausage Stuffing Whipped Potatoes Fresh Baked Honey Acom Squash Romaine, Red Onion and Tomato Salad Hot Assorted Biscuits and Croissants with Unsalted Whipped Butter Old Maryland Ham, Camembert with Fresh Seedless White Grapes Sacher Chocolate Torte Rich Fresh Colombian Coffee Beef Consomme Printaneir Baked Pompano Stuffed with Crabmeat Roast Prime Beef Yorkshire Pudding Fresh Green String Beans with Buttered Mushrooms Boiled Young New Red Potatoes Fresh Vegetable Crudites with Dip Mixed Salted Nuts and Candied Chocolates Deep Dish Apple Pie with Cheddar Cheese Egg Nog Coffee id Cra Bisque Crabmeat (boneless Sc. 8helless> Stock strained from crab shells Minced onion Minced celery Minced carrots Butter Chicken broth Heavyc*^'" Worcestershire sauce Louisiana hot sauce lay OldBai seasoining Sab To get 2 lbs. of crabmeat, boil and peel 24 large 2 lbs (MaiylantO crabs. Save liquid. Saute onions, celery and carrots in butter until 1 cup onions are glassy. Add 1 cup the following (in this 1 cup order): strained stock, 2tb8t>. chicken broth, crabmeaL Add heavy cream. Let 2 tsp. mhduie simmer. 1 Dint While simmering, add Worcestershire sauce, 2 dashes hot sauce and Old Bay seasoning. Add salt if 2 dashes necessaiy. Serves 4 to 6. ^tsp. to taste Consomme Printaneir Leanheef Beef knuckle Water Peppercorns BasU Diced celerv Diced carrot Diced onion Parslev Sab WlUl 2 01S. 1 %at. 2 V4 tsp. 1 tbsp. 1 tbsp. 1 tbsp. spriK 1 tsp. VA 1 cup just before serving. Cut meat into smaii pieces. Combine all ingredients inapot. Heat slowly to boiling point. Simmer 3 to 4 hours. Strain consomme through severai layers of cheesecloth and cool quickly. When cold, remove fat from top. Heat again, cool qulcl^ and remove remainder of tu. Serve hot. Garnish J Honey Acom Squash Wash squash thoroughly. Split Fresh whole squash down center sg[uash__ length-wise. Salt and slightly Sab butter complete open face of each side of squash. Place in Butter oiled baking dish. Squeeze Honev lemon juice on squash. Lemon juice Cover squash thoroughly with honey. Bake at 350 d^rees F. until squash is tender to fork test. Baste afew times while cooking. Romaine,RedOnion & Tomato Salad Romaine lettuce, cleaned and shredded 1 head Red onions, iullenned Tomatoes, ^e,ripe& firm, cut in sections Chopped green PepPet '/^cup Olive oil Fresh lemon iuice Cold water . Minced sarlic BasU Sab Pepper Combine romaine lettuce, red onions, tomatoes, green pepper and celery. Combine olive oil and lemon juice. Whip in cold water. Add g^c, soy sauce and basiL Add sab and pepper to taste. "heap 4oz. 3 0Z. 4 oz. 2 tsp. 1 tsp. 2 tsp. to taste to taste Shrimp Scampi V Hamlngo Green shrimp 21ba SUced fresh mushrooms 1 CUP Garlic, crushed 3 doves Olive oU 2 0Z. 1 tbsp. Sweet basU Chopped fresh parsley 2 tbsp. Minced onion 2 tbsp. Sweet vermouth 3 oz. to taste Sab Pepper to taste Worchestershire sauce 3 dashes Louisiana hot sauce 3 dashes / Capon 6 lbs. Chopi>ed celery Choptied onion Chopped carrots to taste Sab (see recipe) Peel 21 to 35 large shrimp. Take out vein, but leave the taU. In hot saute pan add (in this order): olive oil, garlic, onions, shrimp, mushrooms. When shrimp begin to curl, add all remaining ingredi­ ents. Serve hot. Pompano with Crabmeat Pompano fiUets 2 lbs. Diced green onions 3 Chopped mushrooms 3 oz. Butter 1 tbsp. Flour 1 tbsp. Stock 2 CUPS Sab to taste Pepper to taste Whbe wine I tbsp. SUghtly beaten OKVolk 1 Crabmeat 1 CUP Butter* 4 tbsp. Sab V? tsp. 1 Sliced lemon Parslev sprig Brown onions and mushrooms iightly in butter. Mhc in flour and stock. Season with salt and pepper to taste and boil for 5 minutes. Add wine, butter, sab and slightly beaten egg yolk to crabmeat. Cook until thickened, stirring constantly. Place some of crabmeat . mixture on half of each fillet Fold other half on top. Cover wbh sauce. Plue on buttered (of oiled) sheet. Cover with aluminum foil and seaL : Bake in hot oven (400 < degrees F.) for 10 minutes. Garnish with 1 . 1lemon slices and parsley. Dress and clean capon. Rub inside well with sab. Stuff capon with apple sausage stuffing. Put on rack inpan. Addoneinch of water beneath rack in pan. Arrange vegetables around pan. Bake in slow oven 325 degrees for 22 to 30 minutes per pound. While cooking, baste capon frequentiy. Prepare gravy from drivings. semrnrnlm If ' r Roast Prime Rib of Beef Wipe off meat with a Prime rib roast of beef 5«lbs. damp cloth sprinkled to taste with salt and pepper. Sab Place on rack In pan and Pepper to taste roast uncovered in slow oven 300 degrees F. Allow 35 to 40 mbiutes perpound. ServesA YorksMre Pudding Roast Capon -a ''sUted flour 1 CUP Sift flour and salt togetlKr. Beat eggs until Sab Va tsp. light and add sifted Eggs 3 ingredients, mixing welL Milk 1 CUP milk gradually and beat 2 minutes with rotary egg beater. Prepare pudding in time to pour into pan 30 minutes b^re beef has finished roasting. Place beef to one side of roasting paiL Four off all fat except >/« cup and pour in pudding to depth of inch. Return to hot oven (400 degrees F.) to cook 30 minutes. Cut intosquares and serve at once. Yorkshire pudding may be baked separately in oblong pan heated very hot and well greased with beef drippings. 5fmer & [ApdeSausMe ;apon J Stuffing for Cap Soft bread crumbs or.cubes 4 cups Choi>ped apples 1 CUP Sab ?»PPepper. Jltep, IVicups Mi. Combine bread crumbs, chopped apples, salt and pepper. Brown sausage subtly and add to bread stuffing. Stuff lightly into capon, allowing room far expansion. i5. « • - '- • 5,: •"•'i M. ;; �When the Raleign Bay came into the )rK'for a payoff, the fol port of New YorK lowing SlU members were among the crew: AB R. Lugo, AB Jimmy Ocot, AB Doug Craft, Chief Cook S. Morales, AB A. Porcari, Steward/Baker Edgardo Vazquez, AB R. Tuttie and Chief Electrician D. Greiner. .• y ^ 'CJ • ^ "'"'i J,' ••' V/vr' V -nvr •; ):• = Carlton Hall, recertified bosun and chairman aboard the Raleigh Bay. Ships crewed by SIU members often call on the port of New York/New Jersey. Within the last few months, many vessels have loaded and unloaded their cargoes there, among them the Robert E. Lee, the USNS Altair, the SeaLand Raleigh Bay and the American Eagle. When docked at piers in the New York/New Jersey area, union representa­ tives from the hall in Brooklyn meet with erewmembers onboard to settle any grievances or beefs that may have arisen during the voyage, and to inform erewmembers of the latest union news that may affect them and their families. For example, when Pacific Gulf Marine's American Eagle came into port. New York Port Agent Kermett Mangram spoke to Seafarers about union brotherhood and the obliga­ tion all members have to keep the SIU strong to maintain job security. Crewmembers also discussed the importance of legis­ lation and government regulations to the maritime industry. The payoff meeting was also a good time to discuss gov­ ernment regulations regarding the alcohol and drug testing policies aboard ship which have been instimted in accor­ dance with the U.S. Coast Guard. Aboard Bay Tankers' USNS Altair, there was a discus­ sion about welfare plan benefits. Engineroom Seafarers sailing on Sea-Land's Raleigh Bay with QMED ratings were advised to advance to die next higher classification as called for in a recent Seafarers Appeals Board action. And aboard Waterm^ Steamship Co.'s Robert E. Lee, some beefs were settled. The situations vary with each vessel that comes into port, but the experience of the crew with regard to the new drug testing procedures and the need for cooperation and respect for fellow crewmembers is the same on every ship, reports Mangram. ABOVE Larry Ambrose, bosun aboard iru tthe USNS Altair. LEFT Darrin McCabe, wiper aboard the USNS Altair. IQ •W.' At the New York payoff of the American Eagle, the following crewmem­ bers got together for a group photo. From the left, they are AB F.M. Rose, AB James Rush, Bosun Billy Eastwood, AB Spiiios J. Kosturos, Electrician Earl Chappel, AB Willie Marsk and Wiper Richard David. nil �imkm\ i'V?: •.?s "^Ivir^v, f'V,"•:-"* ' '7V-"'f^'Ti,''7 ,- -?=? 43 States Provide Veterans' Benefits to WWII Mariners W orld War II merchant mariners, who fiobtained recognition as veterans from the federal government in 1987, are ex­ tended the same consideration by 43 states and the District of Columbia. Seven states—Dela­ ware, Kansas, Massachusetts, Michigan, Ohio, Oklahoma and South Dakota—have not yet credited WWII seamen with veterans' status. Of these seven states, only South Dakota's govemment apparatus currently is considering legisla­ tion that will grant veterans' status to WWII mariners. Evety state in the United States, with the exception of Utah, has an office of veterans' affairs. Each state offers a variety of services to veterans who reside within its jurisdiction. These state veterans' benefits are designed to supple­ ment and add to the ones offered by the federal government. Fight to Secure Vet Status The more than 40-year-old battle to obtain justice for American seamen who shipped dur­ ing WWn was won on a national level in 1988 after the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) was forced to rethink its opinion that civilian mariners lacked veterans' status. rnally Chart of State Benefits On Next Two Pages A court case seeking the same treatment for WWII seamen as other veterans of the WWII armed services receive was decided in favor of the civilian mariners in July of 1987. As a result, the Air Force, which serves as the designated agency for DOD on certain veterans' matters, ruled that WWII seamen would be considered veterans. In January of 1988, when the Air Force announced its decision, federal veterans' bene­ fits became available for WWII mariners in Jan­ uary 1988. For the past two years and nine months, WWII civilian mariners have been learning the ropes of the federal veterans' benefits system in order to. obtain the benefits to which ^ey are entitled. Among the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits that have become available to WWn mariners are disability compensation, de­ pendency and indemnity compensation, pen- This old World War li-era photo shows SlU member Bob Little as he leaves the New York hiring hall at 51 Beaver Street to meet the ship to which he has been assigned. 'ill® ®''4 ' • A merchant ship hits a mine In the above World War ll-era photo, while at right, two survivors of a blown-up ship cling to some floating debris while waiting to be rescued. sions, medical care, dental treatment, home loan guarantees, burial benefits and vocational reha­ bilitation. Local Veterans' Benefits Many states followed the federal government's lead and extended veterans status to WWII mariners who lived in their states. In the 43 states and the District of Columbia which have recognized WWII merchant mari­ ners as veterans, individuals who shipped during the war are eligible to participate in local welfare programs established by that local govemment for its citizens. While state veterans' benefits vary widely, some of the more common state offerings to former combatants are burial allowances, educa­ tional assistance, financial help, employpient as­ sistance, reduced-cost recreational and business licenses, special license plates, access to state vetermis nursing homes, exemption from certain taxes, housing assistance and guardianship ser­ vices. States Supplement Benefits In many cases, the types of benefits available from the state extend and fill in gaps in the VA's programs. For example, in addition to burial flags, allowances and other rights from the VA, some states provide surviving family members of veterans a stipend for the cost of the setting of headstones as well as a space in the state's veterans' cemetery for the merchant seaman and his family. Admittance to a state veterans' nurs­ ing home is another benefit from most states. Many veterans' benefits provided by states, just as with some federal programs, are meanstested or conditioned upon an individual's in­ ability to pay. A nearly universal state benefit is the issuance of free or low-cost driving, fishing and hunting licenses to disabled veterans. Tax Breaks in Some States Certain property tax and income tax exemp­ tions are widely available for disabled veterans. A fair number of states also provide tax breaks on property to all veterans. State income tax breaks on VA pension or disability payments is an advantage extended to veterans by many local govemments. New Jersey and Arizona run special transpor­ tation programs for veterans who have a hard time getting around. Similarly, North Carolina makes special arrangements to help veterans get to the polls on election day. Other states provide low-cost loans for hous­ ing and other purposes, such as the Cal-Vet loan program which has provided loans to veterans for repairs in the wake of recent California earth­ quakes. Sometimes, however, these types of , benefits, such as housing and educational loans and grants, are contingent on a veteran having used up his federal benefit. Texas has its Veter­ ans Land Program to help former combatants V purchase at least five acres of land. Maine offers a mortgage insurance program to veterans. In a handful of states, including New York and South Carolina, merchant seamen of World War II are now qualified to purchase wartime military credits in the public retirement pro­ grams for the years they sailed in the merchant marine during WWII. Minnesota, Illinois OfferCash Minnesota offers money to WWII veterans in the form of a war bonus. Illinois also has a bonus program, providing a $15 a month stipend to WWII veterans who saw foreign service or $900 to their surviving spouse. Alaska and Kentucky offer some educational opportunities should the former WWII seamen care to take advantage of such programs. Veterans' affairs officials in the seven states that do not recognize WWII seamen as veterans did tell the Seafarers LOG that representatives of their offices will provide some assistance to WWII mariners. Specifically, most of the seven states' veterans offices will help the WWII mer­ chant mariner in filing for federal benefits. Eligibility Varies by State Each state has unique residency and eligibility requirements for WWII veterans applying for state benefits. Any WWII mariner seeking state veterans' benefits should consult with his state veterans' affairs office. While the LOG has tried to summarize some of the veterans benefits available in each state on the following two pages, this chart should only be used as an introduction. To find out exactly what eligibility requirements are in each state and what benefits are available to WWII veter­ ans, contact the state offices listed on page four of this supplement. Seafarers LOG, October Supplement—Pagel r: • • �•'-. .^•r...'-••••• ' • - • r,1••" ':-;•^•'!'-V;^^•' "•'5' 'f;-I'iv/; - h,. •:, • .•J . VTt-; - ••;'•• ^' iigirtiSiiiiiMiii^ I^OSKilf&S^a —VIui'i r-it <rt-i •7-.'»'w- jf. * • '. a » •-»« J-r.••! The state veterans' affairs office should be contacted for specific information pertaining to eligibility, residency and other requirements. Even if a particular state does not recognize merchant mariners as veterans, an interested individual should still contact his state's veterans' affairs office because certain benefits are available on a case-by-case basis. In addition, there are many other kinds of benefits available from state governments other than the ten listed in this chart. (See following page for addresses and phone numbers of veterans' affairs offices for each state.) . If. Burial Allowance/ Headstones/ State Cemetery Are WWII Merchant Mariners Recognized as Veterans? STATES Educational Benefits Employment Benefits Financial Assistance • • yy.3s •Alaba«»^-_ Yes Alaska \f'Xsr H f* V W , ,U|V Yes > . .•••;••;' "• • • •,, V-d,* "i'" V-w Yes V-d.l : S. '.7 .- - Colorado Yes !Connecticut . Delaware - ^ Yes ' No " V-l , d, d/c z, V* - d, w*' c*. s* zzv-z:;:-': :.d*'d d V-d,w V* d Yes Hawaii V; ' Yes , • ' " . Yes Iowa 'Z ^ MM" 'ICansaa No" Kentucky Yes Louisiana r - •• 1/ fffa a:S;illilSfYes Massachusetts • No Minnesota Yes _ ' ' ' • ^ , ;;•,.; „ Nebraska Yes V' f - . ., d/s,c Z •...-•y.-fy. -•. Oregon , .i? ^ Rhode Island •; • 7''. 7.Y.:--:'. .:..I ' 'a.-;; ^ Vy, • ' I : a -• .. ... ... .......... ... V -1, w, c Yes. V ......,,J...,-.J..,,,...,,. .. Yes South Dakota No^ : -'/yXlSt'' Texas •V - d/c 'f NoStateVA Vermont d d V \} Virginia Yes Washington Yes W\scons\n ' ''f... , Wyoming y\ KEY: '• -M V V'-d -"-z,-,:-:; v'• .•' z.v, - tz: ;^z:z->. Yes V-I.W.C V-d/c - d,l,s,c,w ilW ^ V'S' Wz-'J'-"' ' ' d V d V ''M'':':'^M•:7\<:y-V Yes V Yes V* V* d,w V* v-l - .-. -Q •\ 7 Z z;-' Kansas ; < ••-^'•• • '' '."'i '''1 Kentucky •- • • .i ' /H* ..;:z.z;yyyyyy|4yy#|zZ;zy;yzZyy Maryland '•/ .•"r*''-f--' " • '•'.' 'z dZ3'^!.:Z.zy;y'y.^',,.' Montana d Nebraska V V-w* d d ^ V.l,w ^ iZ: '. : ..' '•. ' / - •.-. . ;d:Z .z^^^V^:'::,Z-yd:z.y... Nevada New Hampshire V New Jersey New Mexico V New York North Carolina V* ' z/. •• ;• 3'•;•;/:= :' l ' • '-z-. •• ••• " , , •- . -•:,- z\'Z?rtvy:.-;z\Vyy,,\ V '-• .• . ' , '• •••• '- i • ; ••zz-.---Z"y.:-7.Z ^ V :d:z;y'."-y".: ^ r,d V - w, d V-r,d,w* ' yZ-V\Z'| z ••' _ V d,w Zy y • " •"• . —L—— .!:Z , Oklahoma '—: V Oregon V Pennsylvania . ?, -Z •-..".iZ .• >. Z' -•• ••••VZ '-. " Z Rhode Island V ' •'• •• ' .-• •' •• • * Tennessee . i- ' %V,'<ZJZ Vermont Virginia . Wisconsin V-l f , ! . ..... West Virginia Zz. • r 3.-..-.y.^jsrtivi.^.a.yftsyai.^z- .z-.' v: -.• d •.'•--J Texas Washington .: '.- South Carolina V V .-z--;.. y \! '::'yK.: ':J- r-^ South Dakota V zZ.' ^z:Z;-zZ.y:.y-Z '• •'• ••'.{ f V y'" y"'7 M... Ii Ohio MMwiM.' z.yy# z.• •., c,d,w* • North Dakota V 'MM V - r, d, w* z'".,i ^^ ••"• '; • • z4syz---yz • • V-r,d V V ' ' MMhM: 'v.,-4y:\..',,,f.-.-.V ,;y"-.:yZ%zfZzZivZ;4-y V*-d,r,w* .-y-'...'Z^lvzz 'Z Z; •.••y; w d d "ZzZ4~^'^:y}y,,Z 4 .. yy • '..y.^. .yyy.4zz#yz.zs y z:4yK»zs.;MZiz^^ ' V-d - y .1 V*-T,d J Missouri d • /•v '••••:'-V', .-= " ! •• •. •'( S • I-;'- .>'.••• . *'-".••••.,. •••.• J ••-•>•.• - •'"•• -ll'J'.-.-^.•'- -; i •'• Minnesota V-w,d V-d Wyoming ' f'VZ"'' . f'y •.:•••'••'' , ^ ; z n. ', •": •• ^ Michigan V . d ' f . Zf, V.-* -=; ' d d • d f = Under legislative review for possible change i = Certain qualifications apply * = Limited benefits Indiana Maine y V - w*, d ' . -y ... , yv Iowa yzv.;., d ' 3' •' Z V - d, w, c V Z-' ••-. z..ZZ-:T-..-'ZZtsii4 V "^ vZ... . V d d zi; V - w*. s, d - 1 y -y Mississippi V V*-d vA33v;£:^^<4tZ' •-;• :z':-.z ' • T. . .' .••• z-.z,'-' V* Idaho v-l "' ^, d '4 i'h" l,d • • 3 '.'i iI • >- •- -• .. - • V - s, c ' . >VZ,. ', V f / :4'' ' Y y ' -Z- Louisiana d 1 d V-w,c V*-l , - Illinois V-d M.'' ' !:zZ.z:'yzzV-^t V*-c ^ Georgia Hawaii i>J"''%.. V ;v; ; V . J. y No State Benefits ® :T .f- V'-d d . -• V-d d/c,w V = Benefits are available to a//qualified and eligible veterans. Benefits either exclusively for, or special benefits for the following groups: w = veteran's widow/wldower 1 = means-tested or low-Income benefit c = children of veterans r = retired veteran d = disabled veterans d/c = children of disabled or deceased veteran s=spouse d/s = spouse of disabled or deceased veteran I'® fMMMi Florida ..J J yv • d yZZ^;;-,.yy,y:,,. ;V>d,1S;\^ ,_ , _ •.! •' ' " /'z.-' V - w, s, d Seafanrs LOG, Ociober Supplement-Page 2 .r- " '; - Connecticut • . Z ;• d : Yes West Virginia ' •• V • • dZz,-;, •'. • V- •,- Colorado • .lit ;• .yj" '•• • •.. ' ; •-zdy-::-zz.':..:v.^z • V-d/c Yes Utah V :Z;'Z Massachusetts V - w, d/s V-l ... Yes d d V Z'Zy4^ -yl-y": Z'zZJ§|zv.lp^^^ -•? ^:t. • V Yes South Carolina . r "z ^ . Kfiffizzz.. d.; v:z.z'.-.\r;^v ^ • d,d/c . ".t Y V . .. . V 1 y-.. zyjyzZ'Zi-. .,z y' Z-. : V Yes Tennessee _ Z y, . fti'llil-iW No , California d f yyZ:.»zzzi:Z>zy'Ziy vyiyzzy -v' %iM7:WS0yfy.'': .3 : ' ^ ^ • Arizona ZzzSiz;!: d . ' d d . . V ' '"^z* . V i • dM No .... V-d,l,w d.w d 4Z "•iy:'z:;Vvzd;:\4: Yes Ohio . V* d d' .. ...,..:_ 1 .. ... Zzyy-'"yy.y'yyy ||z5;;y>:.'yv^Y; V | :!, " 3;£Kf North Carolina ' ^ ^ -V.-liZ' V '••z-z- Yes Pennsylvania '. ' WSWMmmmi r.' V* -•• s' •'• i-Z ..._...aYsf.mr'. . ,z r" . -•- V-l . Yes New Mexico . 1 ' ' z > --^r;' Yes ,. . V-d Yes ''' d d V-s,w V -1, c, s '•• V-s New Hampshire . .; , d,c, s,w ly-::y':iya'e;yy74'7m^ .Yes iMevada .. V-WWII Bonus-1 Yes )tOktohbira:' V-l V-r V d . .... .... V-d w . V*-d V-s,w - • Montana North Dakota v ^|l®Sf®dZz®®l- V ' -V dir V ^,• • • V-d d V-s,w V* ' Yes ; NewYork •,;:.-Z" • V;- Alaska Arkansas d, w* V-s * V - w, c Missouri New Jersey y. V-d V V-w No Michigan Mississippi zvZZ.z. r'r.y.y .AHbam. 's V ' Yes .-J Maryland tltni 'jJt-i'M iMt- ^ . 3 . 1 Yes Maine - rf'l V-c* V-l Yes •-« V V ^'_^d/o • ;z • . /•.•- ,' .• d 1 d, w V* ,• . • •'. . . 'V • - -. \ ^ d/c Yes Illinois . i'Yl'^'. '• ^ District of Columbia ' • • 'V •' . STATES No Florida y^ho. V - r, d, 1, w* Guardianship Delaware ' : District of Columbia , V ..yZZA.jZyi Houslng\Home Loans 5 ZZ.i-Z?.(. ZJZZ. •>.".'yyZzftj.syt''Si.'- v-d V-l , " Exemptions from Excise/Income/Property Taxes V-d, w , y '\. . i Zft'z. • .Z •.• Z'Z.' 'yy-y-'Z^ Z: .Yfr^zzzzSZyy' d V V-d, w, r ; yz^.yZy•^rZv;Zz•:yZff4^^ d ^ Veterans/Nursing Home d d -i.. i.. 1.Z f - V; V-d,r Z--zSy4z^-V-d'Z.,yZy > > » V-d V ^ Arkansas " ' Automobile License Plates Recreation/Business Licenses Z ..• .:.v,v-,•••.. , ••••''•••''/''}'•.y'' SOURCE: Various state veterans' affairs offices. Information may beIncomplete; check with the local veterans' affairs office for further benefits and eligibility requirements. Seafarers LOG, October Suf^tlement—Page 3 • ••••'!' -..yiS'-: " |'"".r. fy:-: .^".•-7-.-'- J''; : •'•• . i .rt. S 1^'^-~, J '.f • •. •:3..:i--,'^., ••• i1 :,':;3'r5Sj I • '• V • • --• .W.\; •, • • -J �S5SSif^=5S;58dSSti6^^ 3.4r. j. . LV'-VW-'^. ,•• - ,'.>- ^•-- • • • •••-'•••...•' .-':•> i;..- -,:,-.y---^j-^^^_. - ,•. '•.••••• .--%-^^;::j^i::^^.^-j.^3^-'- •V;.^;;';--'^: -IV'-•;• .T; ; v-''J-'; • •••:--^ '[ •^/ #• --^ 'y/ '• •>•• _-V-? - !•. •• I 4.;..,r'fi « For More Motmatioik Contact a State Veterans* Affairs OMce •TO fy 34 Veterans' laws and benefit reg­ ulations are changing constantly. While the staff of the Seafarers LOG has tried to include the most up-to-date information provided by all the states (see chart on two previous pages), the first step to obtain exact information is to con­ tact the veterans' affairs office in a state. A local county office of a state veterans' affairs department often can be found by looking in a phone book or by calling the number listed below. Merchant marine veterans' organizations also can be a helpful source of information and advice. Most offices are open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Fri­ day, except national holidays. When calling, be sure to have a VA claimant number handy and any other pertinent documents. if. .1 £ Sit.' • . «• m r-'l'h: ii£^ • .Alabama'.-:;. Dept. of Veterans Affairs P.O. Box 1509 Montgomery, AL 36102-1509 (205) 242-5077 Georgia Dept. of Veterans'Service Floyd Veterans Memorial Bldg. Atlanta, GA 30334 (404)656-2300 :•• ''/^HawallKss Office of Veterans Services 426 Queen St. Honolulu, HI 96813 (808) 548-8149 Idaho; Div. of Veterans Services 550 West Fort St., Box 044 Boise, ID 83724 (208)334-1245 IIHInols Dept. of Veterans' Affairs P.O. Box 19432 Springfield, IL 62794 (217)782-6641 Dept. of Veterans' Affairs 707 State Office Bldg. 100 N. Senate Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46204 (317) 232-3910 Alaska iVf. Dept. of Military & Vet. Affairs 800 Diamond Blvd., Suite 3-450 Anchorage, AK 99515 (907)249-1523 • ^ 4;. • Dept. of Public Defense Veterans' Affairs Div. 7700 NW Beaver Dr. Johnston, lA 50131 (800) 362-2222 , .Arizona^ Veterans Service Commission 3225 N. Central Ave., Suite 910 Phoenix, AZ 85012 (602)255-4713 •:'^'^'£^£^"^'"^'£3..^Aikansaa'. Dept. of Veterans Affairs P.O. Box 1280 North Little Rock, AR 72115 (501)370-3820 #"•' : • g-' '£-'• ;• Dept. of Veterans Affairs P.O. Box 942895 Sacramento, CA 94295 (800)952-5626 ; -,;v/ Coloiaflcil Dept. of Social Security Div. of Veterans Affairs 1575 Sherman St. Denver, CO 80203 (303) 866-2494 Si* * SH ;• Sif'-' Dept. of Veteran's Affairs 287 West St. Rocky Hill, CT 06067 (800)447-0961 t|4'' Commission of Veterans Affairs P.O. Box 1401 Old State House, The Green Dover, DE 19903 (302) 736-2792 i •0 r". M •' •' 'My District of I Dept. of Human Services Office of Veterans' Affairs 941 N. Capitol St., NE, #1211 Washington, DC 20421 (202) 727-0327 Dept. of Veterans Affairs, Div. of Veterans Benefits & Assistance P.O. Box 1437 St. Petersburg, FL 33731 (813) 898-4443 Commission on Veterans' Affairs Jayhawk Tower 700 SW Jackson St., Suite 701 Topeka, KS 66602 % (913)296-3976 Center for Veterans Affairs 600 Federal PL, Room 136-J Louisville, KY 40202 (800)752-6094 Dept. of Veteran's Affairs P.O. Box 9409 Capital Station Baton Rouge, LA 70804-4095 (504) 342-5863 Bureau of Veterans Services State Office Bldg. Station #117 Augusta, ME 04333 (207)289-4060 St. Paul, MN 55155-2079 (612)296-2783 Salem, OR 97310-1270 (503) 373-2095 State Veterans Affairs Board 4607 Lindberg Jackson, MS 39209 (503)354-7205 Dept. of Military Affairs Bureau for Veterans' Affairs Fort Indiantown Gap Annville,PA 17003-5002 (215) 951-5613 Div. of Veterans Affairs 911-B Leslie Blvd. P.O. Drawer 147 Jefferson City, MO 65102-0147 (314)751-3779 Div. of Veterans' Affairs Metacom Ave. Bristol, R1 02809-0689 (401) 277-2488 Veterans Affairs Div. P.O. Box 5715 Helena, MT 59604 (406)444-6926 Dept. of Veterans Affairs 227 Brown State Office Bldg. 1205 Pendleton St. Columbia, SC 29201 (803)734-0197 Dept. of Veterans' Affairs P.O. Box 95083 Lincoln, NE 68509-5083 (402)471-2458 Dept. of Veterans' Affairs 1929 N. Carson St. Carson City, NV 89701 (702) 687-4560 State Veterans Council 359 Lincoln St. Manchester, NH 03103-4901 (800) 622-9230 Dept. of Military & Veterans' Affairs 143 East State St. CN340 Trenton, NJ 08625-0340 (800) 624-0508 Veterans' Service Commission P.O. Box 2324 Santa Fe,NM 87503 (505)827-6300 Division of Veterans' Affairs 194 Washington Ave. Albany, NY 12206 (212)587-4823 Div. of Veterans' Affairs 222 East Edenton St. Raleigh, NC 27601 (919)733-3851 Maryland Veterans Commission Federal Bldg. 31 Hopkins Plaza Baltimore, MD 21201 (301)333-4425 Dept. of Veterans Affairs 15 North Broadway 6th Floor Fargo, ND 58102 (701)237-8383 Commission of Veterans Services Saltonstall Bldg., Room 1002 100 Cambridge St. Boston, MA 02202 (617)727-3579 Governor's Office of Vet. Affairs Room 11, State House Annex Columbus, OH 43266-0605 (614)466-5453 Mich. Veterans Trust Fund P.O. Box 30026 Lansing, MI 48909 (517)373-3130 Dept. of Veterans Affairs Veterans Service Bldg. Dept. of Veterans Affairs 125 South Main St., Room 1B38 Muskogee, OK 74401 (918) 687-2134 Veterans' Services Division Oregon Veterans' Bldg. 700 Summer St., Suite 150 i^iil Dept. of Military & Veterans Affairs Div. of Veterans Affairs FossBldg., Room 116 Pierce, SD 57501 (605)773-3269 Dept. of Veterans Affairs 215 8th Ave., North Nashville, TN 37203 (615) 327-5303 •" ' rV" : ' " £-•:.£/'.• :V" Texas Veterans Commission Headquarters Office P.O. Box 12277 Capitol Station Austin, TX 78711 (512)463-5538 No state office. Federal VA in Utah: (801)524-5960 Office of the Adjutant General State Veterans Affairs Montpelier, VT 05602 (802)828-7104 HP 3111211 = 5 Dept. of Veterans' Affairs 210 Franklin Rd., SW Room 1012 Roanoke, VA 24004 (703) 982-7104 Dept. of Veterans Affairs P.O. Box 9778 505 E. Union Olympia, WA, 98504 (800)562-1311 i'' "'vmm Dept. of Veterans' Affairs 1321 Plaza East Suite 101 Charleston, WV 25301-1400 (304)256-6955 Dept. of Veterans Affairs P.O. Box 7843 77 N. Dickinson St. Madison, W1 53707-7843 (608)266-1311 Veterans Affairs Commission 613 Denwoody Circle Riverton, WY 82501 (800)442-2761 Soafanrs LOG. October Supplement-Page 4 • fr-'. .'•'.Kn ,:!.v ijM"" �OCTOBER im T he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 30 members of the union this month. A total of 22 members sailed in the deep sea division, six worked on in­ land vessels and one each shipped in the Great Lakes and railroad marine sections. Deep sea member James E. Noonan has the distinction of being the oldest member to retire. The gal­ ley gang veteran turned 72 this year. He came aboard with the SIU after serving in the Navy during World War II. Alabama native Author Milne has been an SIU member longer than any of the others who are retir­ ing. Brother Milne, who sailed in the black gang, signed on in May 1942. Brief biographical sketches of these and the other retiring Seafarers follow: DEEP SEA HARRY ABRA­ HAMS, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in June 1966 in the port of San Francisco. A na­ tive of New York City, he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Brother Abrahams sailed in the deck department. He calls San Francisco home. LEON A. ACOSTA,65, joined the SIU in April 1971 in the port of New Or­ leans. He served in the navy of his native Columbia before coming to the United States. Brother Acosta shipped in the en­ gine department on several SeaLand vessels in the mid '70s. He lives in New Orleans. DAVID F. BRADLEY JR., 65, joined the union in January 1969 in the port of San Francisco. He was bom in Arkansas and served in the Navy from 1943 to 1963. Brother Bradley shipped in the steward department before he re­ tired to Daly City, Calif. PAUL G. DAILEY,65, joined the Marine Cooks and Stew­ ards in 1962. A native of St. Clair, Pa., he served in the Army Air Corps from 1945 to 1946. Brother Dailey became a member of the Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters District in 1978 when the MCS merged with the Seafarers. He resides in Walnut Creek, Calif. ALEXANDER DANILUK,57, graduated May 1956 from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in the port of New York. Bom in the Bronx, N.Y., he served in the Navy from 1949 to 1951. Brother Daniluk upgraded his deck depart- 15 To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographhal sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. ment ratings several times at the Lundeberg School. He has retired to Gonzales, La. RANDOLPH E. FEREBEE, 65, graduated July 1959 from the Andrew Fumseth Training School in the port of Bal­ timore. The na­ tive of Norfolk, Va. served in the Naval Reserve from 1943 to 1946. Brother Ferebee upgraded his deck department ratings in 1975 and 1976 at the Lundeberg School. He calls Virginia Beach, Va. home. DONALD D. FLEMING, 65, joined the Seafarers in April 1968 in the port of San Francisco. He was bom in Nebraska and served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. The deck department member's first vessel was the Pan Oceanic Faith. He be­ came a recertified bosun in 1976. Brother Fleming shipped Out of the port of Jacksonville, Fla. before retir­ ing to Palatka, Fla. JOHN J. GALA, 65, joined the SIU in May 1944 in the port of Bos­ ton. The Massa­ chusetts native sailed in the black gang. He also was a member of District 2MEBA. Brother Gala resides in Salem, N.H. SIDNEY A. GARNER, 65, joined the union in July 1955 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. Bom in North Carolina, he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1945. Brother Gamer shipped in the steward de­ partment. He calls Baltimore home. RICHARD HUFFORD, 65, joined the Seafarers in January 1953 in the port of Baltimore. A native of Penn­ sylvania, he served in the Army from 1951 to 1953. The galley gang veteran helped the union as an orga­ nizer aboard Cities Service tankers and Baltimore-area tugboats. Brother Hufford has retired to Jeffer­ son, La. THOMAS GEORGE JONES, 63, joined the SIU in May 1951 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Brother Jones upgraded his deck de­ partment rating in 1976 at the Lundeberg School. He was shipping as an able bodied seaman aboard the NATCO dredge, Manhattan Island, prior to retiring to Savannah, Ga. ROY J. JUS­ TICE JR.^ 63, joined the union in June 1952 in his native Hous­ ton. He sailed in the engine depart­ ment. Brother Jus­ tice lives in South l^ouston, Texas. EDWARD LADIMER, 70, joined the Seafar­ ers in March 1944 in the port of Norfolk, Va. His engine depart­ ment career was intermpted by a stint in the Army from 1948 to 1952. He resides in his native Ford's, N.J. BERNARD LANDOS, 65, joined the SIU in November 1951 in his native New York. He served in the Navy from 1943 to 1945. Brother Landos shipped in the deck department before he retired to Nor­ folk, Va. AUTHOR G. MILNE, 65, joined the union in May 1942 in his native Mo­ bile, Ala. He up­ graded his engine department rating to QMED in 1973 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Milne calls Theodore, Ala. home. ROSINDA MORA, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in December 1956 in the port of New York. Bom in Gonza­ les, Texas, Brother Mora sailed in the galley gang and up­ graded to recertified steward in 1988 at the union's Lundeberg School. He shipped out of the Jacksonville, Fla. hall before retiring to Spring Hill, Fla. JAMES E. NOONAN, 72, joined the SIU in April 1947 in his native New Orleans. He served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. Brother Noonan sailed in the steward depart­ ment. He lives in Harvey, La. ALLEN P. RAY­ MOND, 55, joined the union in October 1952 in the port of Bal­ timore. The Vandergrift, Pa. native had his SIU career inter­ mpted twice by stints in the Army, from 1957 to 1959 and in 1961 as a reservist during the Berlin Wall cri­ sis. He sailed in the deck department and worked his way up to the rating of bosun before becoming a patrol­ man in Baltimore in 1979. In 1981, Brother Raymond was named the pbrt agent there, a position he held until he retired except for 18 months in 1987 and 1988 when he was port agent at Piney Point. He assisted the Seafarers in several organizing drives. Raymond calls Baltimore home. RICHARD D. SCHAEFFER, 65, joined the Seafarers in April 1957 in the port of Seattle. Bom in West Palm Beach, Fla., he served in the Army from 1942 to 1945 and 1947 to 1948. He was wounded in combat during WWII in Germany. Brother Schaeffer shipped in the deck department. He resides in Casselberry, Fla. r ,• ^ • CURTIS L. SOUTHWICK, 65, joined the SIU in August 1944 in the port of New York. He was bom in Tor­ pedo, Pa. Brother Southwick's deck department career included a stint in the Great Lakes division. He has retired to'Jamestown, N.Y. CHESTER TILLMAN, 66, joined the union in June 1968 in the port of Seattle. A native of Elvins, Mo., he served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. Brother Tillman shipped in the engine department. He lives in Seattle. CHARLES C. WILLIAMS, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in September 1965 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Bom in North Carolina, he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1963. Brother Williams sailed in the steward department. He calls Nor­ folk home. INLAND STEVE D. HEN­ DERSON, 48, joined the SIU in December 1976 in the port of Houston. He was bom in Charles­ ton, S.C. and served in the Navy from 1959 to 1963. Boatman Henderson sailed in the deck department as a captain. He resides in Mount Pleasant, S.C. ROBERT H. HENDRIX,53, joined the union in November 1972 in the port of Norfolk, Va. The Greensboro, N.C. native served in the Army from 1955 to 1958. Boatman Hendrix shipped in the steward department as a cook. He has retired to Portsmouth, Va. Continued on page 16 'f-'' . ' ": -fe' • • '•v •J-. • . *!' i I 1' ' " ;• • 'h •'' • ». : '•'it • I•P- =• •% • ' Ir V-' , •• h'--• •f--: :I r- •- i: : J i • ' 1" i'- V �•. '. '•. lir,- SrU Pensioners ConUnuedfrompagelS CHARLES J. HERBERT, 62, joined the Seafaiets in September 1972 in his native Baltinioie. He served in the Anny from 1950 to 1953. Boatman Herbot sailed as a captain. He lives in Pasadena, Md. Y: i- 'ir^: w'. • •1 SEAFARERS LOG 16 i ""'^.v:''^ Aihr-t •*-•» Gfl)EON L. NEEDHAM,61, joined the SIU in January 1957 in the port of Phila­ delphia. Bom in Old Trap, N.C., he served in the Army from 1948 to 1952. Boatman Needham shipped in the deck depart­ ment. He calls Powells Point, N.C. home. JAMES E.NOR­ WOOD, 65, joined the union in April 1973 in the port of Mo^ bile, Ala. The na­ tive of Evergreen, Ala. served in the Navy from 1947 to 1956. Boatman Norwood sailed as an engineer on Radcliff Materials vessels. He re­ sides in Atmore, Ala. GREAT LAKES DONALDJ. GORDON, 62, joined the SIU in June 1961 in the port of Cleve­ land. A native of Ohio, he served in the Army from 1951 to 1953. Brother Gordon sailed as a lineman for Great Lakes Tow­ ing before retiring to Cleveland. Time eyen cil/eci RAILROAD MARINE HARVEY T. WILLIAMS, 56, joined the union in July 1959 in his native Norfolk, Va. He served in the Marines from 1951 to 1954. Brother Williams shipped in the deck depart­ ment for the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway. He lives in Hampton, Va. CORRECTION In the August 1990 issue of the Sea­ farers LOG, Frank Rodriguez was listed in the Pensioners column with an incorrect biography. Rodriguez, 58, sailed in the deck department. The New York City native upgraded to recertified bosun in 1975 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Rodriguez was active in many union activities. The LOG staff apologizes for any confusion that may have been caused by last month's story. If ipeu or Hour ohiidreA ore IhiAifiA^ of ooiie^e, oppiy Aoui for the SIU*/ /ohoior/hip opporluAilie/. The /ubmi//ioA deocliiAe 1/ fiprii 15* 1991* The scholarships for dependents of union members awarded in 1991 will be in the amount of $15,000, payable over four years in four installments of $3,750. Two SIU members will be awarded $6,000, paid in two equal amounts over two years. Applications must be postmarked on or before April 15,1991. An impar­ tial committee of professional educa­ tors from colleges and universities will review the applications and accompa­ nying documentation and select the 1991 scholarship awardees. Since its inception in 1952, most scholarship wiimers credit the help of the SIU program with providing them an op­ portunity to pursue their education. The scholarship materials are available at any SIU union hall. Prospective applicants also may request a copy by filling in the request form below. Mail the completed form to: SIU Scholarship Program Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 ! Please send me the 1991 SIU Scholarship Program S committee s selection pro- •, • e ^ • ccss wiU be mnomced in: »l»ch plains ehglblll^ urformadon pro- J cedures for applymg and the application form. ' Seafarers Welfare Plan Notice: COBRA ELLIOTT H. STEVENS, 58, joined the Seafar­ ers in September 1966 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He was bom in False Cape, Va. and served in the Army frcnn 1950 to 1956. Boatman Stevens sserved as a launch operator for the Association of Maryland Pi­ lots. He has retired to Virginia Beach, Va. •V' / : Seafarers or their dependents who have lost eligibility for health care coverage under the rules and regulations of the Sea­ farers Welfare Plan, may be eli­ gible to purchase, at a premium, welfare coverage directly from the plan. Seafarers who have lost their eligibility for plan coverage must notify the plan office im­ mediately to find out whether or not they or their dependents may elect to continue benefits under this program. To obtain more information about this program. Seafarers may call the membership ser­ vices office at NAME BOOK NUMBER I-80(M:LAIMS^ (1-800-252-4674) or may write to: COBRA Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 (TTie April 1989 edition of the LOG contains a complete de­ scription of the COBRA pro­ gram.) STREET ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP TELEPHONE NUMBER This application is for (check one): [H (self) Gi (dependent) I I I .J rr if' "7 with an SIU crew that makes it work 1 QMED Rick Cavender is pictured by the engineroom's consoles. Four crewmemfc)ers from the Brooks Range: ABs 2 Mohsin Ali and 3 Abdulla Awaseem, 4 GSU Ernesto R. Avila and S Steward Joe Pitetta. • Bosun M.G. "Bhoy" Gutierrez at work oh the Brooks Range. MHI he Brooks Range anchored « at Arco Dock No. 121 in Long Beach earlier this year. Bosun M.G. Gutierrez report^ that the automated super­ tanker would be on a steady run between Valdez and southern Cal­ ifornia. Other Seafarers said the Interocean Management vessel had one of the best video libraries in the U.S.-flag fleet. All crewmembers extended a hearty congratulations to QMED Rick Cavender for p^ing the U.S. Coast Guard examination to obtain his third engineer's license. Cavender, who worked on a Crowley boat in Valdez during the oil spill last year, will be sailing with District 2 Marine Engineers Beneficial Association. The steward department, under the watchful eye of Joe IKtetta, was doing a great job, the Brooks Range Seafarers reported. The union representative meet­ ing the vessel, Wilmington Port Agent Don Anderson, was joined by Dennis H. Lundy, a former SIU official, who photographed the SIU members pictured with this article. Anderson held a union meeting with Brooks Range crewmembers. No beefs or dis­ puted overtime were reported. �"; •-. •' ;T":'v w>'V .': 11:#; ' •',•' '• 1 •• L: V iV-'-" . '• -' -.'' ' ' OaOB£R 1990 Dispatchers* Report for Deep Sea Nemutm Mmber^ SEPTEMBER 1-30, 1990 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C Sea, Lttk»s, hlaud Waters DECK DEPARTMENT 'F ! " Philadelphia ^^Itimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Trip Rellefis 2 1,0 7 3 0 1 •r- ^ s|lan Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu • - Norfolk Thursday, November 8 Jacksonville Thursday, November 8 Algonac Friday, November 9 Houston .. Tuesday, November 13 ' New Orleans Tuesday, November 13 mFF Mobile Wednesday, November 14 g San Francisco Thursday, November 15 Wilmington Monday, November 19 Seattle Friday, November 23 San Juan Thursday, November 8 St. Louis mmi Friday, November 16 Honolulu Friday, November 16 Duluth Wednesday, November 14 Jersey City Wednesday, November 21 lilsa New Bedford ;" Tuesday, November 20 ,J ' St. Louis 'iney Poi Totals "I, 68 Port ^eW Ydi Philadelphi ^IHaltimonfe Norfolk Mobile New Orleans f; Jacksonville San Francisetl 91 101 87 ENGINE DEPARTMENT fcMilmington;..; Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis• ... Piney Point New York Philadelphia 1^ . 0 3f .1, ' Wmh pori^ amiiiig sHulg of mSOsLrn. Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville Personals San Francisco ! v. \ 40 Wilmington .. . 11 8 1 FRANCISCO *'PANCHO'» FOLEEDO Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis ' Piney Point Totals Port New Yori . Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans I Jacksonville 1 San Francisco I Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu. ' '^Jlouston St. Louis Piney Point Totals Pin^ Point Monday, November 5 New York , Tuesday, November 6 Philadelphia WedneMay, November 7 Baltimore Thursday, November 8 Your old friend from New York, Clinton Rogers, would like to hear from you. You may write him at 151 Tremont Street, Apt. 27N, Boston, MA 02111. 45 41 112 ENTRY DEPARTMENT lU " ;^ ' , 0 I " 4 6 8 JAMES DRISCOLL Please contact your daughter at (607) 647-5294. DAVID THOMAS GREEN Please contact your mother or sis­ ter immediately. Call (804) 3405247 or (713) 222-8918. EDMOND FREDRICK "DUTCH*'FERO Anyone with information con­ cerning Edmond Fredrick "Dutch" Pero, bom in Toledo, Ohio in October 1892, please contact the Seafarers LOG. Totals All Departments 596 444 536 477 324 415 166 892 508 All •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of September was down from the month of August. A total of 1,382 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,382 jobs shipped, 477 jobs or about 35 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 166 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 13,043 jobs have been shipped. '-v • -t; — #...4^':".'Xr#! l l' t • IFMI'S �SUFJUaRS LOO Dispatchers* Report for Great Lakes CU-Company/Lakes SEPT. 1-30, 1990 ii-A"_ - •, };r.. .•»it'' L—Lakes "".-. "~ NP—Non Priority •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP • '^i'' Port •-M :i • •• H, iii;' •^I'i TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT 0 lAlgonac ^ 23 18 Port ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port Algonac 7 Port Totals All Departments 0 67 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0'' < 0 __ 8 2 ^. , 4ENTRY DEPARTMENT 41 0 46 12 0 1 3 • ... r 1 • . ,••• r—5J ST 0 55 54 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Dispatchers' Report for iniand Waters l-f SEPTEMBER 1-30, 1990 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ••; .1-. TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C .'5 .V;. ••r' •'•1 '^'-z z| i;. -i-' t:> .'jt :?"' Z-': ••'•:•/: 4i v I ?!/•' • New Y. i;;Philadelphiai Hl^itppri^s Norfolk Mobile New Orleans pf^ksbnville:! I San Francisco Seattle Puerto Rico Houston I St. Louis < Totals "i'« •••;<- Port ( New York Philadelphia ^Baltimor Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Franci • ...^ y"-y "m i""' ' y '-•: Totals AU Departments 56 27 13 26 13 5 187 89 43 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. J' SnkimlKMm^mi Umm D/redoiy • :• -'-J. ''.'4 Z;;-,;;.:;::-;:: ••President Michael SacGO Secretary-Treasurer ' John Fay Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco ;^ce President Collective BafBainSng Angus "Red" Campbell ;: Vice President Atlantic Coast • Jack CafFey lip Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Corgey Vice President West Coast t George McCartney ! President Lakes and Inland Waters Byron Kelley Vice President Government Services Roy A. "Buck" Mercer J i tiV' HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs. MD 20746 , ': (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. , Algonac, Ml 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore Stz ' Baltimore, MD 21202 (301)327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 636 Cooke St. Honolulu, HI 96813 (808)523-5434 V, HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904)353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201)435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkvvy: v MobUe, AL 36605 (205)478-0916 ^ NEW BEDFORD , 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 .-Y NEW ORLEANS , ^ 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504)529-7546 NEWYORK 675 Fourth Ave. t Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-1892 -Yt: PHILADELPHIA 2604 S; 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT St. Mary's County Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco,. CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809) 721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206) 441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St: Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA «)744 (213)54<M00ft . ' 'V y. . ' \ -A'L' �QMED John Rockhill (left) and his son join AB Kevin Hamilton (right) and his wife, Susan, and two-year-old daughter, Mi­ chelle, inside the Seafarers' building in Mobile. Assistant Cook Don Johnson and son, Don Junior, and wife, Brenda, make a family event out of an appointment for an annual physical. Otis Sessions and his grandson, Alex Christopher Martin, explore the grove near the union hall. Barbara and Chilton "Chick" Hall enjoy the Gulf dty's fine weather with a stroll outside the union's Mobile office. Chief Steward Warren Lombard, holding his daugh­ ter, Amanda, and his wife, Jacque­ line, are pictured on the Mobile hall's back deck. Angela and tier tius- hether registering for a job, picking band, Robert Hagood, a recertified bosun, are up medical forms, taking an annud ictured on ttie Mobile physical or just dropping by for the all's back deck. latest shipping news, SIU members in the Mobile area have turned responsibilities into family outings and family fun. Seafarer Otis Sessions, for example, com­ bined a trip to conduct some utiion business with an impromptu science lesson when he and his grandson, Alex Christopher Martin, found a duck on her nest and eggs in a small grove near the hall. Sessions said the discovery was a "de­ lightful surprise for us both." The Lombard family also took to the outdoors when coming by the union's hall in the Gulf city. Although Cluef Steward Warren Lombard is a talented cook and baker, his wife, Jacqueline, said he rarely has to enter the kitchen when he on the beach. "I like to spoil him when he's home, so I do all the cooking," she said. Kevin Hamilton, who wasshipping as an AB on the OMI Sacramento the day he dropped by the hall, brought his wife, Susan, and daughter, Michelle, with him. "Susan and Michelle needed annual physical exam authorizations so I thought we could do the trip as a family," the Seafarer told the union representative who assisted him. "Chick*'Chilton and his wife, Barbara, like OS Albert D. Hadley, wlio came by tfie Mobile tiall to register, to take advantage of the deck and picnic area poses witti tiis wife, Jenny, and son, Albert, in front of ttie behind the hall. "It is a beautiful day for a walk," Lundeberg Sctiool extiibit. ^d the retired Seafarer after strolling the length of the back deck which connects the hiring hall to a small boat house. Because her husband is away during part of William and Patricia the year sailing on Waterman's military ships, Jemison are pictured Brenda Johnson likes to spend as much time as in ttie Seafarers' Mobile tiall. William sails as possible with Don Johnsdn when he is home. an OMU. The couple, along with their son, Don Junior, came together to the Mobile hall when it was time for die Seafarer to have his annual physical. Recovering from a medical condition, Robert .. -i'-V • Lambert came by the hall for assistance in recovering transportation expenses. The AB said he has mended well and was anxious to get back to work. His wife, Shiela, joined her husband, Ctiarles Durden, a Robert, on his trip to the hall. QMED pumpman, is Recertified Bosun Robert Hagood, while on joined by tiis wife, a break from the Maj. Stephen W. Pless, brought Sorroro, and daugtihis wife, Angela, to the union's Mobile head­ ter, Jamie. quarters. OS Albert D. Hadley also was joined by his wife during his stop by the union hall when he came by to register after leaving the Richard G. Matthiesen. Jenny Hadley carried their son, Albert, who seemed to enjoy the photos in the display on the union's training center. Taunya and David Simmons proudly intro­ duced their newborn son to other Seafarers at the Mobile hall. Christopher Randolph was born in April and weighed eight pounds and three Ctiristoptier Ranounces. David sails as a QMED and Taunya dolpti is ttie most re­ cent addition to ttie worked as an assistant waiter on the passenger Simmons family. ship, the Constitution, back in 1988. QMED David Sim­ Two other couples that dropped by the hall mons and tiis wife, were Patricia and William Jemison and Sorroro Taunya, bring their newborn with them and Charles Durden.The Durdens were joined when dropping by by their daughter, Jamie. William Jemison sails the union hall. as an OMU and Charles Durden is a QMED pumpman. Port Agent Dave Carter said having families come by makes the union hall a lively center of activity, "It's nice to know that our members involve their families in their careers," Carter said. •nil .• , • -1" • •A\ •• •'Vy';,-• -J f.„. , * "••J. »• • oil'' • W: •' > • i'.'Vf • fiv•i-l; t V- . >0 % • • •0:^-. -- • •No • .'T', •1 • prt •••i.-. • 'w • .• "V _ • •' -i''' rf'- •'"is;! •: •J. I. • - K •• '. "S-'-. VI'- KJ*;: "f'i ' • '• S ; �SfilMfffffS LOG Preparing to complete his work assignments Richard Morris. Recertified Bosun Erroi Pak, who contributed this article to the LOG, is pictured at work on the Ranger. tM i bi •r' \h- & -J. iI . .'H 'J ' m } •I . ' 'I. . /•;. . .f'i •< 4i'-' •4 , 1 'I f iTWEEN FOLLOWING a ty­ phoon, trying to fend of boarding pirates, laying low in the Strait of Hormuz ^ause of Iraq's invasion of Kuwait and being the first American-flag ship in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, life aboard the tramp tanker, the MV Ranger, is "certainly never boring," reports Recertified Bosun Errol Pak. The bosun, who joined the Vulcan Carriers' tanker in Singapore and got off in the Caribbean this summer, reported the ship's adventures to the Seafarers LOG. To round out the article, Pak teamed up with AB Roger Hamilton, who took the photographs appearing on this page. "Out-of-the-ordinary events are indig­ enous to this kind of tramper," said Pak. "You just never know what is going to come next, but it makes the job exciting." AIS# W.p ^ Built in 1976, the Ranger is operated by Vulcan Carriers, an SiU-contracted company. Pirates in the South China Sea near the grappling hooks and held up the officer at Batan Islands afe pretty common, reports machete point" Pak, who earlier this year completed the Weather conditions also brought some union's recertified bosun program at the spirited sailing for the crew. "We hit a Seafarers Harry Limdeberg School of typhoon on our way to Guam, then we had Seamanship. "We try to keep the incidents orders to go to the PhiUppines. We ended down by maintaining a pirate watch," he up following the typhoon all the way said. This trip, however, the pirates sue- there," Pak said. _ cessfully got ai)oard and robbed one of the The ship had a lucky streak as well, Pak officers, "They came up the stem, usir^^ reports. The Ranger wasdue in Kuwait on Chief Steward Jesus Laxaman looks over the day's menu. August 2, the very day Iraq invaded Ku­ wait and cut off contact and commerce between the Middle East emirate and the rest of the world. "Because we were run­ ning slightly behind schedule, instead of fining ourselves in the midst of a war, we were held up in the Strait of Hcarmuz for a while and eventually we sailed to Bah­ rain," Pak reported. The Strait of Hormuz is the body of water that connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman. After providing fuel to part of the U.S. navalfleet,theRangerinovedontoaRed ^ Saudi Arabia, becoming the htst American-flag vessel to ever call on Yanbu, the seaport of Saudi Arabia's secAoP known as Medina. Among other ports-of-call were two Italian ports and the Azores. Reflecting on the trip, Pak said, "It was a fairly good ship, fun, back-breaking work, but certainly interesting." �OCTOBER 1990 ^ ' -V. "'••"r . - f. - «'•• Digestof Ships' Meetings The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shiptipard minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some wiii be omitted. Ships minutes are reviewed by the union's contract department. Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union ipn rece/pt of the ships' minutes. USNS BARTLETTiMaT Ship), May 6 — Chairman Paul Butterworth, Secretary J. A. Zurich, Educational Director James Williams, Deck Delegate Daniel Hecker, Steward Delegate Jose Llitera. Chairman urged members to donate to SPAD. Secretary told crew all union wel­ fare forms are available in his office. Ed­ ucational director stressed importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate reported a beef and said depart­ ment received repair list. No beefs or disputed OT report^ by engine or steward delegates. Members asked contracts de­ partment to clarify pay scales for crew and to ask company to have checks and cash available at payoffs. Electrician warned crew not to use co-axis jacks for . radios because of possible overload. Steward thanked crew for keeping mess hall clean. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for good food and clean ship. Next ports: Panama City, Fla. and Gul^ort, Miss. AIIEERICAN FALCON(American Trans­ port Lines), June 25 — Chairman Bill Dowzicky, Secretary Bob Shafer, Edu­ cational Director Al Bray, Engine Dele­ gate Kevin P. Gordon. Chairman reported no action had been taken on re­ quests for new television in crew lounge and mattresses and chairs for quarters. Educational director reminded members to upgrade at Piney Point.'No beefs or disputed OT reported. AMBASSADOR iCtowley), July 27 — Chairman Dave Newman, Secretary Bill Berulis, Educational Director H. Smith, Deck Delegate Jose Tobio, Engine Dele­ gate Nathaniel Lamb, Steward Delegate Felix Camacho. Chairman talked with crew about posting of sailing times on board. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Balboa, Panama. AMERICAN CORMORANT(Pacmc Gulf Marine), July 29 — Chairman Charlie Davis^ Secretary Susanne Cake, Educa­ tional Director R. Grosso, Deck Dele­ gate V. Ippolito, Steward Delegate Dante Slack. Educational director re­ minded members to take advantage of upgrading opportunities at Lundeberg School. Treasurer announced $65 in ship's emergency fund and $75 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew waiting for details of new contract published in Seafarers LOG. Crew asked contracts department for explanation of no premium OT on weekends. Next port: Diego Garcia. LNG CAPRICORN (Energy Transportation), July 8 — Chairman Billy Nuckols, Secretary Doyle E. Cornelius, Educa­ tional Director Rene R. Rosario, Deck Delegate James D. Fletcher, Engine Delegate Barry L. Harris, Steward Del­ egate Louis A. Gracia. Chairman said he had heard nothing about new contract or crew replacements. He stressed need to upgrade at Piney Point. Secretary re­ minded those leaving ship to clean their rooms before leaving and have clean lin­ ens available for replacements. Treasurer announced $670 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew enjoyed 4th of July pool party and thanked stew­ ard department for overall job well done. LNG CAPRICORN (Energy Transporta­ tion), July 29 — Chairman John P. Davis, Secretary David A. Pappas, Edu­ cational Director Barry L. Harris, Deck Delegate Anthony M. Heinholt, Engine Delegate Kevin W. Conklin, Steward Delegate Dana D. Cunningham. Chair­ man asked members to be as quiet as possible in order to not disturb those off watch. He urged members to watch safety tapes aboard ship. He reported of meeting with SIU President Michael Sacco where he was told union is stead­ fast in no crew cuts and getting wage in­ creases for members. Secretary reminded members to clean up after themselves and keep public areas orderly. Educa­ tional director urged crew to read Seafar­ ers LOG and upgrade at Lundeberg School as soon as possible. Treasurer an­ nounced $283 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew told video games have been ordered and should arrive soon. Crew praised Chief Cook Dana Cunningham for his fine meals. He also was cursed by those try­ ing to diet. NEDLLOYD HOLLAND (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 30 — Chairman Richard Darville, Secretaiy K. DeWitt, Deck Delegate Herbert Thrower, Steward Delegate Francis DiCarlo Jr. Chairman announced copy of new contract should be available when ship docks in Hous­ ton. Educational director reminded mem­ bers to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer reported $43 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew expressed its delight to negotiating committee for new contract. Next port: Houston. OMI CHAMPION (OMI Corp.), July 22 — Chairman Claude Bankston, Secretary Pedro Sellan, Educational Director P. Coppola. Chairman said new appliances would be brought onbq^d upon arrival in Norfolk, Va. He also announced new contract would be available then. Secre­ tary said it was a pleasure to sail with such a great bunch of brothers and excel­ lent steward department. Educational di­ rector reminded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew told not to play music while in wheelhouse and to dress properly for mess hall. Next port: Nor­ folk. PATRIOT(Vulcan Carriers), July 30 — Chairman Ralph Gihhs, Secretary Ru­ dolf Springat, Deck Delegate Kent Mortver, Engine Delegate'Rohert War­ ren, Steward Delegate Rohert Racklin. Chairman reported everything was going smoothly. Secretary said he joined vessel in shipyard and it has taken some time to get it clean again. He noted ice machine and salad bar are operating in galley. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew re­ quested another washer from company for greasy work clothes. Galley gang thanked for fine food. Next port: Man­ chester, Wash. SEALIFT ANTARCTIC (IMC), July 29 — Chairman R. Saylors, Secretary L. Lamphere, Educational Director Tracy Hill, Deck Delegate Clay Baldwin, Steward Delegate G. Loftin. Chairman noted captain was happy with crew on­ board. He reminded members it takes team effort to have good ship. Secretary announced laundry would go ashore in Long Beach and those needing linen should see him. He asked members to keep messroom clean in evenings. He said captain asked that no food be taken to upper decks. Educational director said he would contact Seamen's Church for new books. No beefs or disputed OT. Crew received copy of 1990 farm bill de­ bate from patrolman for members to re­ view and discuss. Crew asked contracts department to revise length of time shipped to 180 days for A seniority, 120 for B and 90 for C. Crew reported stoves, drains, sinks and plumbing in gal­ ley are not working properly. Company purchased barbecue for ship. Steward de­ partment thanked for its good work. Next ports: Long Beach, Calif, and Man­ chester, Wash. ating new contract. Crew also thanked San Francisco Port Agent Nick Celona for job well done. Next port: Singapore. AMERICAN FALCON (American Trans­ port Lines), August 26 — Chairman Larry Winstead, Secretary Paul J. Zilkow, Engine Delegate Kevin P. Gor­ don. Chairman reported that new televi­ sion for crew lounge and mattresses and chairs for quarters had not arrived. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for new ladders to check reefers for deck department. Crew thanked stew­ ard and engine departments for jobs well done. Crew noted decks had been kept orderly and well-maintained on voyage. FRANCES HAMMER (Ocean Shipholding), August 21 — Chairman Rick Wil­ son, Secretary Kris Hopkins, Educational Director Terry Jacohsen, Engine Delegate George Demetropoulos, Steward Delegate Toyo Gonzales. Chairman thanked crew for making this good voyage. Secretary re­ minded members to clean up rooms and turn in linens. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $180 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew mentioned concern for Middle East crisis. Crew wanted to know if air conditioning would be re­ paired in shipyard. Crew thanked stew­ ard department for great food and cookouts. CAPE HUDSON (lOM), August 25 — Chairman Russel Barrack, Secretary Rebecca Sleeper, Educational Director Kenneth Biddle, Steward Delegate John Collins. Chairman asked crew to keep down noise at all times. Secretary asked ship's chairman be present when members' rooms are searched. Educa­ tional director reminded members to up­ grade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer announced ship's fund was empty after crew and officers purchased weight lift­ ing equipment. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for its fine work. CAROLINA (Puerto Rico Marine), Au­ gust 20 — Chairman Edwin Ortega, Secretary Rafael Maldonado, Educa­ tional Director John J. Walsh, Deck Delegate Timmy LaRue, Engine Dele­ gate Elkin Kent. Chairman reported chief engineer shut off air conditioning compressor at night because it got too cold. He also noted water in showers, crew mess and crew lounge is too hot. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew sent letter pertaining to relief and replace­ ment crewmembers. Next ports: Eliza­ beth, NJ. and Baltimore. COURIER (Vulcan Carriers), August 17 — Chairman H. G. Bentz, Secretary Dana Zuls, Educational Director Jimmie Nicholson, Deck Delegate Michael Sutton, Engine Delegate Edwin Taylor, Steward Delegate E. Ramirez. Chair­ man saluted former SIU president, the late Paul Hall, and gave history of Hall's importance to union as Paul Hall holiday approached. Secretary asked for copies of new contract for members. He re­ quested company address be posted in mess hall. He urged members to help keep SIU number one. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew asked contracts department for clarification of length of time C seniority seafarers may stay aboard ship. Members were reminded not to slam doors or yell in hallways out of consideration to others. Crew gave a vote of thanks to SIU Secretary-Trea­ surer Joseph DiGiorgio for new SPAD t-shirts. Crew thanked SIU President Mi­ chael Sacco, 'Vice President for Collec­ tive Bargaining Angus "Red" Campbell and all other officials involved in negoti- •'i• ts,, •• '!i •n. • i . .*. k-: i k. Jii JULIUS HAMMER (Ocean Carriers), Au­ gust 12 — Chairman David B. Zurek, Secretary William Perry. Chairman re­ ported crew took care of repairs and asked for information on reliefs. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or stew­ ard delegates. Crew said it had not re­ ceived any materials from union lately. Crew noted vessel was anchored off coast of Greece for seven days with no launch service. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. • k' :.|yi •• .i'"ki . '' Yr ' ••'If ' ' '' '"' '-i f.v,; . ' •• GOLDEN ENDEAVOR (American Mari­ time Transport), August 12 — Chairman Ray E. Todd, Secretary Frankie Ross, Educational Director E. E. Smith. Chair­ man and secretary reported everything was running smoothly. Treasurer an­ nounced $300 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. -k'Sf 1 Ml- •' k:} hk kh. f .'-t- f ;-i '' Pk • -r.' '."wi':. f' • ITS MOBILE (Apex Marine), August 12 — Chairman F. Jemsem, Secretary James H. Gleaton, Educational Director R. Natoli. Chairman talked with mem­ bers about new contract. Secretary dis­ cussed food preparations and problems with meat box. No beefs or disputed OT reported. LIBERTY BELLE (Liberty Maritime), Au­ gust 20 — Chairman Gifford Hayden, Secretary Norman Duhe, Educational Director S. Scott. Chairman discussed new contract agreement announced in Seafarers LOG. Treasurer reported $50 in ship's fund. All delegates reported dis­ puted OT because of lack of launch ser­ vice to Bangladesh and Sumatra. Crew reported ice machine and VCR broken most of voyage. •S, V j-iir: LIBERTY SEA (Liberty Maritime), Au­ gust 12 — Chairman William Dawson, Secretary R. DeBoissiere, Educational Director C. Mosley, Deck Delegate RonContinued on page 22 i:-.- • -y Payoff Aboard the Cove Trader Gatnered around the mess hall table during a p^coff in Mobile are, from the left: AB Pat Mathes, OMU Red Jo Dunahoo, Pumpman/Educational Director Richard Gray, AB/Deck Delegate A. Daniluk and Bosun C.E. "Pee Wee" Pryor. 'i. ' • •;? ' • • - -:3:. ^V y • ••V; �1,. • ' •• _ SCAFARERS LOS "Tev;-- •• ••.,;-s:. 7-\.-.' ,.A "M' iiSi • 'i '•.••.•. U':\ M ^v«-' -•#•• It^ :3. t' "ik- V-"" li;- vt- Continued from page 21 aid D. Noble, Steward Delegate Manny Castro. Chairman thanked members for smooth trip and reminded them to see pa­ trolman during payoff in Norfolk, Va. Educational director told crew it is im­ portant to donate to SPAD and upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT. Crew received Seafarers LOG. Crew still waiting for specifics on new contract. Crew asked company for new dryef. A vote of thanks was given to Bosun Wil­ liam Dawson and whole deck gang for making trip smooth. Another vote of thanks was given to Chief Steward R. DeBoissiere and Chief Cook Manny Castro for the best food in SIU and to GSU K. Mayer for top notch work. Still another vote of thanks was given to en­ gine department as best in union. Fi­ nally, crew thanked captain and officers for great trip. Next ports: Norfolk, Va. and New Orleans. LIBERTY SPIRIT (Liberty Maritime), Au­ gust 19 — Chairman Ray Brown, Secre­ tary T. Hanson, Educational Director W. Smith, Deck Delegate David Garoutte. Engine Delegate Isaac Rowel Jr., Steward Delegate Eric Gray. Chairman reported crew needs another washer as one is not enough. He reiterated what first mate told him that captain consid­ ered crew still under June 15,1987 agreement. Educational director in­ formed crew he has upgrading forms available. Treasurer noted $20 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked that Seafarers LOG publish names of companies signing on to new agreements when new pacts are an­ nounced. Crew noted shower curtains are not proper for facilities onboard. I?' 1: ?!•: ?i'/ • ¥',-i fir Hf''-:; :,f LNG TAURUS (ETC), August 12 — Chairman Charles Boyle, Secretary Wil­ liam Christmas, Educational Director Curtis L. Jackson, Deck Delegate Jack Rhodes, Engine Delegate Ralph Gosnell, Steward Delegate Leonard Murray Jr. Chairman told crew he would pass along any information he re­ ceives on new agreement. He asked crew to keep noise level down in consider­ ation of others. He discussed some fine points about safety and behavior while ashore in Indonesia. He announced Sea­ farers LOG received and distributed to members. Secretary reminded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Trea­ surer reported $670 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Bosun Charles Boyle asked for and received special vote of thanks for Chief Steward William Christmas who l':-v V'f'• C ••••'•' : ^ 7?'• Fire Drill in the Indian Ocean 7fr7 Bosun Jerry Fahey holds the nozzle during a routine fire drill aboard a propositioning ship in Diego Garcia. is handling his first job as steward. Next port: Tobato, Japan. done and Chief Cook Diana Nason for barbecues. Next port: Tacoma. MOKU PAHU (Pacific Gulf Marine), Au­ gust 26 — Chairman T. A. Tolentino. Secretary J. Pratt. Chairman told mem­ bers if they did not understand changes in shipping rules to see patrolman at pay­ off in Crockett, Calif. Secretary asked company to supply right parts for engine department to fix ice box and steam table before vessel sails. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew received new shipping rules from headquarters. Crew gave galley gang vote of thanks for being good feeder. Next ports: Kahului and Honolulu, Hawaii. SEA-LAND FREEDOM (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 18 — Chairman G. D. Walker, Secretary G. Sivley, Educa­ tional Director R. Chapman, Deck Dele­ gate John Noble. Chairman announced ship due in Tacoma, Wash, on August 19. Treasurer reported $339 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked to recycle trash as much as possible. Steward department thanked for great barbecues and good food. Next port: Tacoma. OMI WILLAMEnE(OMl Corp.), August 26 — Chairman C. E. Fryer, Secretary Robert L. Scott, Educational Director James W. Badgett, Deck Delegate D. Brooks, Steward Delegate Wilmer Jack. Chairman asked company to pro­ vide draws or payoffs every 15 days and for new television antenna. He noted ship was headed for West Coast. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew reminded to place garbage in proper receptacles for recycling. Steward department thanked for job well done. POWCf (Puerto Rico Marine), August 26 — Chairman Donald Wagner, Secre­ tary J. Chacon. Chairman announced re­ pairs are being completed with riding crew aboard. He expressed appreciation for fine ship with cooperation between top side and crew. Deck delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew thanked.stew­ ard department for job well done. RALEIGH BAY(Sea-Land Service), Au­ gust 12 — Chairman Howard Knox, Secretary E. Vazquez, Educational Di­ rector Doug Greiner. Chairman dis­ cussed availability of Seafarers ARC facility if needed by members. He re­ ported everything running smoothly aboard vessel. Secretary thanked crew for keeping recreation room clean. Edu­ cational director talked with members about upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked bosun and steward department for jobs well doij?. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. SEA-LAND CHALLENGER (Sea-Land Service)i August 19 — Chairman Roy L. Williams, Secretary H. Scypes, Educa­ tional Director Calvin Langley, Engine Delegate Alexander Day, Steward Dele­ gate Jessie James. Chairman noted ship just came out of yard in Mobile. He said vessel has good crew trying to get every­ thing back to normal. He said announce­ ment of new agreement was posted for all to see. He reported five stowaways found before ship left Dominican Repub­ lic. Secretary said eveiything was run­ ning smooth in galley. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported new VCR needed. Steward department jhanked for pig and goat roast. Steward department asked contracts department to consider adding fourth member to gal­ ley. Next port: Elizabeth, NJ. SEA-LAND DEVELOPER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 30 — Chairman R. Pinkham, Secretary M. Scardino, Edu­ cational Director A. Bell, Deck Delegate D. Rayburn, Engine Delegate Mark Lyons, Steward Delegate Diana Nason. Chairman reported new contract was sat­ isfactory. He noted some penalty rates paid by Sea,-Land are incorrect. He told crewmembers there will be no reliefs for rotary jobs but they can stay on vessel in­ definitely due to current activation. He said those with permanent jobs can get reliefs after 120 days. Secretary an­ nounced vessel would pay off September 5 in Tacoma, Wash. Educational director reminded members of importance of up­ grading at Piney Point and donating to SPAD. Deck and engine delegates re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or dis- . puted OT reported by steward delegate. Crew thanked galley gang for job well SEA-LAND INTEGRITY (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 12 — Chairman C. James, Secretary Pedro Laboy, Steward Dele­ gate James P. O'Reilly. Chairman an­ nounced reefers had been installed. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew asked electrical wires be serviced on deck for safety rea­ sons. Steward department thanked for its good work. Next port: Houston. SEA-LAND MARINER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 14 — Chairman L. Lohman, Secretaiy E. Manley, Educational Director Gene R. Speckman, Deck Del­ egate R. E. McGonagle, Steward Dele­ gate Dennis Skretta. Chairman announced all publications received had been distributed to members. Secretary thanked crew for keeping lounge and mess hall clean at all times. Educational director reminded crew to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed message about no vacation reliefs and ability to stay aboard after time is up. Crew said new blankets needed as those onboard are short because of over-washing. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND NAVIGATOR (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 4 — Chairman Werner Becher, Secretary John J. Alamar, Edu­ cational Director Walter C. Stevens. Chairman reported no new VCR and tele­ vision had been placed aboard so stew­ ard volunteered his VCR for crew's use. Secretary said it had been good trip and thanked crew for keeping recreation room and mess hall clean. He called crew best in SIU. Treasurer stated the $140 in movie fund was spent on 15 new movies. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked contracts department to make captain order new crewmembers from Manpower rather than unilaterally upgrade ratings onboard ship. Crew also asked contracts department to have com­ pany provide prepay slip before payoffs and have SIU member present when an­ other member is.being given drug or al­ cohol test. Next ports: Oakland, Calif!, Honolulu and Guam. SEA-LAND PATRIOT(Sea-Land Service), August 26 — Chairman R. F. Garcia, Secretary Floyd King, Educational Di­ rector Sam Kolewicz, Deck Delegate John T. Carnes, Steward Delegate Leonardo Sinisi. Educational director announced 1990 Lundeberg School class schedule was posted for those members wanting to upgrade. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Telex from headquar­ ters posted conceming changes in shipping rules because of Middle East crisis. Bosun thanked crew for keeping ship very clean and picking up after it­ self. Crew thanked steward department for good care of ship. Next ports: Wil­ mington and Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 12 — Chairman Pat Gallagher, Secretary Jennifer Jim, Edu­ cational Director J. B. Dryman. Chair­ man announced payoff set for August 19 in Long Beach, Calif. Educational direc­ tor urged crew to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer stated $70 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward delegate expressed thanks to Bosun Pat Gallagher for prompt re­ sponse to repair orders and Electrician Joe Dryman for fixing steam kettle. Crew acknowledged receipt of changes in shipping rules because of Persian Gulf crisis. Crew noted problems with drain­ age on main deck, vibration in crew mess, shuttle services in Honolulu and Hong Kong and lack of VCR hookup. Brother Dryman thanked Capt. Alfred Stewart for setting up communications system so Dryman could talk with his wife in Philippines after earthquake there. Steward department thanked for job well done. Crew also thanked radio officer for repairing radio communica­ tions to crewmembers' rooms. SEA-LAND QUALITY(Sea-Land Service), August 19 — Chairman A. C. Harring­ ton, Secretary Alvin P. Robinson, Edu­ cational Director John Ashley, Deck Delegate Donald M. Hood, Engine Dele­ gate Gregorio Blanco, Steward Dele­ gate W. Pitt. Chairman announced ship will be on new run. Treasurer reported $120 in ship's fund. Engine delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew acknowledged receipt of changes in shipping rules. Steward de­ partment thanked for its fine work. Next port: Boston. SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Service), August 26 — Chairman J. Schoenstein, Secretary R. Spencer, Educational Direc­ tor'Frank L. Hall, Deck Delegate A. Brooks, Engine Delegate Willie J. Lee Jr., Steward Delegate A. Mederiros. Chairman stated each member needs copy of shipping rules. He said all run­ ning well and all hands are doing fine job. He urged members who qualify to upgrade at Lundeberg School. He thanked the galley gang for its fine work. Secretary reminded crew to donate to SPAD. He said he would talk with port steward about replacing mattresses. Edu­ cational director reminded crew to prac­ tice safety at all times. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked patrol­ men to realize shortness of stay in port and not hold long meetings at payoff. Crew also asked for refrigerator in each room and new television, VCR and toaster for crew mess area. SEA-LAND VOYAGER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 26 — Chairman James H. Lewis, Secretaiy L. Martin, Educa­ tional Director B. Ohler, Deck Delegate Rickie Burgess, Engine Delegate Do­ mingo Milla, Steward Delegate A. O. Sharif. Chairman reported payoff set for August 26. Secretary said trip was not too bad but had some questions about extra pay for seven extra people on­ board. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew acknowledged receipt of changes in ship­ ping rules. SENATOR (Crowley), August 18 — Chairman D. L. McCorvey, Secretary L. Pion, Deck Delegate I. Glass, Engine Delegate J. Newhouse, Steward Dele­ gate T. Quammie. Chairman said every­ thing was running smoothly and repair list had been prepared. Engine delegate reported some beefs. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Letter from headquarters re­ garding crew's refusal to work OT was read and flatly denied by chairman. Re­ pair list made available for patrolman. Crew asked company for more vents to pull air out of galley, new ice machine and repairs to galley range. Crew also asked for granulated fly killer and bot­ tled waten SGT. WILLIAM R. BUTTON (Amsea), Au­ gust 17 — Chairman William Gorju, Secretary John Holtschhiag, Educa­ tional Director James Bates, Deck Dele­ gate C. L. Montgomery, Steward Delegate H. Hollings. Chairman an­ nounced letters received conceming EPA adjustments and changes in ship­ ping rules. He said crew performed well during recent exercise near Indian Is­ land, Wash. He urged members to up­ grade at Piney Point. He noted Seattle patrolman talked with crew about new contract and to be sure to register when members sign off and keep dues up to date. Secretary stated everyone worked together during exercise helping to make it succesisful. Treasurer announced Continued on page 23 �moBCRim 23 • • • ;r.v • Ships Digests Continued from page 22 $1,000 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Galley gang received plaque for its efforts in feeding 137 Ma­ rines during operations. Next port: Singa­ pore. SPIRIT OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), August 5 — Chairman Bob Livermore, Secretary J. Melendez, Deck Delegate G. Warren, Engine Dele­ gate G. Cooper, Steward Delegate S. A. Simsuangco. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew suggested steward order extra cigarettes for officials overseas as well as make sure enough are onboard for crew. ULTRAMAR (American Maritime Trans­ port), August 19 — Chairman R. Law­ rence, Secretary Howard G. Williams, Educational Director J. G. Arch, Deck Delegate Michael Gomes, Engine Dele­ gate Richard Rodgers, Steward Dele­ gate Gerald Shirley. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew stated need for new washer and microwave oven. CAPE METEOR (lOM), September 4 — Chairman Albert Moore, Secretary Peter Schuiz, Educational Director Gregorio Ahalos. Chairman had many questions for contracts department col­ lected from crewmembers about vessel. Some questions included subsistence for overheated cabins, bonuses for war zone and ammunition cargo, problems with radio and television antenna, cots for use in Middle East and repair or replacement of ice machine and washer/dryer. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew was advised to upgrade at Lundeberg School at first opportunity. CAPE MOHICAN (OMl Corp.), Septem­ ber 3 — Chairman W. Gregory, Secre­ tary F. Robertson, Deck Delegate D. Goggins,'Engine Delegate G. Linkous, Steward Delegate C- Spencer. Chairman talked about what will be expected of members onboard. He gave a little his­ tory about SIU and informed newcomers union is good way to make living. Secre­ tary also updated crew on union matters. He said they were off to good start and considered crew one of best assembled in such short time. Educational director told newcomers to make most of oppor­ tunities and upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT. Crew received cop­ ies of Seafarers LOG and contract. Crew asked to keep noise down for sleeping members and help keep ship clean. Stew­ ard department thanked for doing good job with small crew. ITB BALTIMORE (Apex Marine), Septem­ ber 9 — Chairman Jimmy Rogers, Sec­ retary Andrew Hagan, Educational Director Spires Perdikis, Deck Delegate Pedro Ramos, Steward Delegate Joe Fratini. Chairman told crew vessel will change companies next month. He said he did not know what changes will be oc­ curring but would keep members in­ formed. He urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Engine delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew asked pension depart­ ment to review increasing pensions ac­ cording to number of days worked and instead of having ceiling on it. Crew agreed wages and benefits as written in Seafarers LOG were substantial and are appreciated. Vote of thanks given to steward department. Next ports: Stapleton, N.J. and St. Croix. LIBERTY STAR (Liberty Maritime), Sep­ tember 2 — Chairman John Konetes, Secretary Samuel Loftin, Engine Dele­ gate T. J. Matthews, Steward Delegate James Thacker. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed recent mes­ sages received from headquarters. Chair­ man said he would advise crew when more arrive. Steward department asked contracts department to look into increas­ ing number of crewmembers in galley. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Next port; New Orleans. OMl COLUMBIA (OMI Corp.), September 15 — Chairman Ernest Duhon, Secre­ tary Chester Moss, Deck Delegate J. A. Casugay, Engine'Delegate Michael D. LeVan, Steward Delegate Isidro Santi­ ago. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for non-skid for forw'ard deck. Members asked contracts depart­ ment for clarification as to effective date of new agreement. All hands are asked to be available for Coast Guard inspec­ tion September 18. OVERSEAS ALASKA (Maritime Over­ seas), September 2 — Chairman C. L. Hickenbotam, Secretary Janet Price, Educational Director Tom Koubek, Deck Delegate J. IVIixon, Steward Dele­ gate John Clark. Chairman advised crew of changes in shipping rules cre­ ated by Persian Gulf crisis. Secretary urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. Educational director thanked crew for good job in sorting plastics and cans. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked welfare plan to consider increas­ ing dental coverage. Crew asked com­ pany for television antenna, chairs and trashcans for crew lounge. Crew re­ minded to keep lounge clean and put away VCR when finished. OVERSEAS JOYCE (Maritime Overseas), September 12 — Chairman Richard Bradford, Secretary Steve Parker,' Edu­ cational Director Matt Ryan, Deck Dele­ gate Duane Stevens, Steward Delegate Mari Lasagna-Short. Chairman an­ nounced payoff scheduled for Jackson­ ville, Fla. He said reliefs would be waiting there. He reminded crew to clean rooms before leaving. Secretary thanked crew for smooth trip. No beefs or dis­ puted OT. Crew urged to read Seafarers LOG for union information. Bosun thanked deck department for good trip. Next ports: Jacksonville, Baltimore, Newark, N.J. and Boston. OVERSEAS WASHINGTON (Maritime Overseas), September 2 — Chairman Gerald Westphal, Secretary J. D. Wil­ son, Educational Director C. Dunden. Chairman advised crew vessel would pay off in Tampa, Fla. He asked mem­ bers to clean their rooms before leaving vessel and to register at home ports to re­ claim jobs. He reminded members to be sure drug screens are up-to-date. Trea­ surer reported $20 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port: Tampa. PATRIOT(Vulcan Carriers), September 4 — Chairman Ralph Gibbs, Secretary Rudolf Springat, Educational Director George Lockett, Deck Delegate Keith Blowens, Engine Delegate Leslie D. Cope, Steward Delegate Robert Racklin. Chairman noted drains not working in galley crew toilets. He said crew liked change in schedule with ves­ sel going to Seattle to pick up good American stores. He believed ship was headed back for Subic Bay, the Philip­ pines, then to Singapore and probably Persian Gulf. He hoped war cooled off before ship went back. Secretary stated everything was running smoothly. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew said it needs antenna for television for shoreside channels. Crew thanked galley gang for its fine food. Next port: Subic Bay. PAUL BUCK (Ocean Shipholding), Sep­ tember 3 — Chairman Jamison Miller, Secretary J. Abernathy, Deck Delegate Robert Scheindler, Engine Delegate Melvin Grayson. Chairman stated every­ thing was running smoothly. He said cap­ tain has been notified of needed repairs. Secretary noted vessel was in Houston seven days and no repairs were com­ pleted. He announced ship took on enough stores to go to Japan. Educa­ tional director reminded members to up­ grade at Lundeberg School as union needs qualified members. Treasurer re­ ported $250 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew acknowl­ edged receipt of telex from headquarters regarding changes in shipping rules. Crew welcomed Captain Hockinberry back and thaiiked steward department for good work and fine barbecues. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 2 — Chairman David C. Byrd, Secretary R. C. Agbulos, Edu­ cational Director Joseph Ortiz, Deck Delegate M. Bevak, Engine Delegate J. Collins, Steward Delegate R. Casuga. Secretary stated ship had good crew and it had been good voyage. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Minute of silence held in memory of departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND EXPEDITION (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 9 — Chairman Marvin Zimbro, Secretary W. Reid, Educa­ tional Director David Dukehart, Stew­ ard Delegate J, Flatts. Secretary and educational director urged members to read Seafarers LOG for latest in union in­ formation. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Bosun said he wanted extra men on security watch in Jamaica and Rio Haina. Electrician advised members to check OT for correct rates. SEA-LAND EXPRESS (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 9 — Chairman Dennis Brown, Secretary Paul Calmier, Deck Delegate Mike Ingram, Engine Dele­ gate A. Aguiar, Steward Delegate Larry Ballard. Secretary thanked Angus "Red" Campbell, SIU vice presi­ dent for collective bargaining, and union negotiating team for best three-year con­ tract in recent years. He said the 5 per­ cent raise was more than members expected. Engine and steward delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck delegate. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND MARINER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 22 — Chairman Leon Lohman, Secretary Eric T. Manley, Deck Delegate R. E: McGonagle, En­ gine Delegate E. Gooch, Steward Dele­ gate Dennis Skretta. Chairman thanked all hands for jobs well done and keeping ship clean. He said he has applications for upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted receipt of several communications regarding shipping and Persian Gulf cri­ sis. Crew said it needs new blankets and radio repaired. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND NAVIGATOR (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 9 — Chairman Wer­ ner Becher, Secretary John J. Alamar, Educational Director Walter C. Ste­ vens. Chairman reported no problems on trip. He advised crewmembers to have books checked by patrolman at payoff in Long Beach, Calif. Secretary also noted good trip and good crew for keeping ship clean. No beefs or disputed OT re- . ported. Deck delegate asked why crew cannot work OT but company hires labor from Kaohsiung, Japan, Taiwan and Hong Kong to clean ship. He said it is taking money out of members' pock­ ets. Crew asked contracts department to see if contractual companies would allow members with abuse problems to get help at Seafarers ARC facility in Val­ ley Lee, Md. before they are reported to Coast Guard.Next ports: Oakland, Calif., Honolulu, Guam and Hong Kong. SEA-LAND PACIFIC(Sea-Land Service), September 16 — Chairman L. Freeburn, Secretary F. Sison, Educa­ tional Director S. BIgelow. Chairman noted ice machine still not fixed. Chair­ man announced $56 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Moment of silence observed for departed brothers and sisters. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 16 — Chairman Jack Edwards, Secretary Jennifer Jim, Edu­ cational Director Joe Dryman. Chair­ man noted safety problems with shuttle services in Hawaii, Guam, Kaoshiung, Japan and Hong Kong are not resolved even after being brought to attention of first mate. He announced payoff sched­ uled for Long Beach, Calif, on Septem­ ber 24. Crew presented retiring Captain Alfred Stewart with belt buckle as ex­ pression of gratitude for his excellent ser­ vice and wished him well. Treasurer listed $70 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ . r.. puted OT reported. Members com­ plained chemicals being used in sand blasting are being carried through air vents when they are not closed causing nose bleeds and skin rashes. Members of the crew and officers wished Capt. Stew­ art a joyful retirement, may he be carried on the wings of Pegasus as he soars into these new heights, may he experience peaceful comfort, prosperity and good health as he rides Ae new wave of retire­ ment. SEALIFT ANTARCTIC (IMC), September 12 — Chairman R. Saylors, Secretary L. Lamphere, Educational Director M. Brown, Deck Delegate C. Baldwin, En­ gine Delegate T. Hill, Steward Delegate G. Loftin. Chairman announced stove still out of order and has been out since May 24. He said drains in sink still need repairing. Educational director asked for copy of 1991 Lundeberg School sched­ ule for members wanting to upgrade. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. En­ gine and steward delegates reported no beefs or disputed OT. Letter concerning shipping rules changes posted. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next ports: Long Beach, Calif, and Ferndale. Wash. •j'i• SEALIFT CARIBBEAN (IMC), September 9 — Chairman W. C. Steele, Secretary R. Tarantino, Educational Director D. Klenke, Deck Delegate D. Zealberg, En­ gine Delegate G. Stropicb, Steward Del­ egate Darryl Brown. Chairman talked with members about U.S. intervention in Middle East and importance of U.S. mer­ chant fleet to national defense. He said sea mobility is key to readiness. Secre­ tary explained importance of oil prices and how U.S. is so dependent on oil for everyday living. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point as soon as possible. He also talked about price gouging by big corporations. Treasurer announced $41 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew made aware of changes in shipping rules caused by Persian Gulf crisis. Crew asked company to forward mail more often and provide more movies. Next port: Norfolk, Va. SEALIFT PACIFIC (IMC), September 25 — Chairman Fred Gongora, Secretary M. St. George, Educational Director Juan Patino, Deck Delegate Ron Owens, Steward Delegate James Robin­ son. Chairman explained to members changes in shipping rules created by Middle East crisis. All delegates re­ ported disputed OT. Chief Cook James Robinson thanked for job well done. Crewmembers were asked to be more considerate during night lunch and were reminded to keep crew lounge clean. Crew asked company to furnish movies, washing machine and television as well as forward mail regularly. USNS CAPELLA (IMC), September 2 — Chairman Michael Sbappo, Secretary Herbert Davis. Chairman will contact headquarters to determine what contract is in place as captain is not sure. Secre­ tary asked company to supply right amount of money for contract draws. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Bosun asked all departments to supply repair lists. USNS KANE (Mar Ship), September 2 — Chairman David Lyons, Secretary P. Rodriguez, Educational Director W. C. Blankensbip, Deck Delegate James Kasb. Chairman read telex congratulat­ ing crew on effort put forth in QA in­ spection. He reported on new restrictions about company overtime. He noted mes­ sage on change in shipping rules caused by Persian Gulf crisis. Educational direc­ tor encouraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer announced $10 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked chairman to talk with captain about increasing money available for draw and crewmembers' special checks which are arriving late. Crew told new chairs for lounge have been ordered. Crew expressed concem about chains at rail and asked bosun to check them out. Next port: Glasgow, Scotland. T • ^ -J:.. • " '*-/ ••• • . .-V • -r-H.v.'.' v. '.'iTr,. ' M-;.' .i •i i �snissasMisaU SCAFAROIS m Lundeberg School Graduates Four Classes Ir flffa:;:;; iflli- •: ''^ I':: llr--':-' t^K. B.>, ' r3hr. ;iji: • •>'•4.1. • 41/ 441; • •i&' •^iL' Trainee Lifeboat Class 458—Graduating from the trainee lifeboat class 458 are, from the left (front row), Daniel Brotsch, Joe Spell II, Christina Varano, Ben Stanley, John Bounds, (second row) Kevin Doyle, Davis Benjamin, Gilberto Tolentino, Courtney Bryan, Ron Saragusa, instructor Jim Moore, (third row) Casey Stewart, Gloria Rodriguez, William Boyd, Spencer Smith, John Nelson, Roy Blankership, Scott Burner, Gordon White, Bryon Jameson, Jody Degen, Scott Kreger, John Dunavant, Denny Harrott, Joe Richardson and Jeff Bull. • tit ••: / ^44;., :Wf5. mi'Ju\ Marine Electrical Maintenance—Completing the eight-week course consisting of classroom and practical shop training are, from the left (front row kneeling), Paul Peterson, John Wong, (second row) Tom Doran, John Smith, Rex Bolin, Laurence Gilley, (third row) Leroy Brown, Charles Betz and Robert Hamil. Correction -il};!.- WM-- 4' . • •• >••4 '• ir-'] >fr:: Firemen, Oilers, Watertenders—Completing the course of instruction leading to endorsement as an FOWT are, from the left first row kneeling), Peter Calley, Ralph Bullard, Gregory Stone, Shane Moore, Wi fredo Diaz, (second row) Benjamin Magliano, Denny Burns, Tyrone Bell, Karl Friebel, Jose Rodriguez Jr., Raphael Torres^ instructor J.C. Wiegman, Thomas Dunn, Mike Visone and Clarence Scott. /i/ 4:- This photo was misidentified in the September LOG. Pictured above are the graduates of a QMED class. They are, from the left (front row), Gary Bernard, Lonnie Fiarge, Curtis Aragon, Sam Anthony Negron, Kevin Wray, (second row) James Canty, Christopher J. Derra, Troy L. Flemina Sam Walker, Rick Ramirez, Carmine Barbati, (third row) Devin Glossin, William Romez, Scott Mellinger, Theron Peter­ son, (back row) William Harris, Carl E. Dyson, Tony Yore and John Copeland. fi4„ j;4 •i ."^• I--. Uik 441^4:' t-/' -/' :.-4. , ^ \i <?? Sealift Operations and Maintenance—The seafarers pictured above learned about underway replenishment: helicopter, crane and forklift operations; damage control, and search and rescue boat operations. From the left are (first row kneeling) Tim FitzGerald, Sofronio Adenio, Blu Awong, instructor Jim Currie, (second row) instructor Jeff Swanson, Jamie Miller, Kenneth L. Simbler, Chris Regan, Carl Laird, Sam Hampshire and Walter Napper. Not pictured is Roberta Blum. Jose M. Llitera, steward assistant aboard the DSNS Bartlett, provided this beautiful sunset photo to the Seafarers LOG while the vessel was being serviced by Mobile Patrolman Ed Kelly. ii4' • �OaOBER 1990 DEEP SEA JAMES ABRAMS James Abrams, 65, passed away Au­ gust 24. He was bom in Camden, N.J. and serveil in the Navy from 1942 to 1946, Brother Abrams joined the Seafarers in April 1956 in the port of Balti­ more. Early in his steward de­ partment career, he sailed for Ore Navigation. He started col­ lecting his pension in August 1984. THOMAS M. ALSPAUGH Thomas M.Alspaugh, 82, died July 28. He joined the Ma­ rine Cooks and Stewards in 1927 and sailed on the steamship Yale. He served in the Army Air Corps during World War II then returned to sea working primarily on the Matson Lines' Lurline and American Presi­ dent Lines' Cleveland and Wil­ son. Brother Alspaugh retired in 1970 from the MCS, before it merged with the AGLIWD. OSCAR BIRD Oscar Bird, 71, passed away Au­ gust 27. A native of Argen­ tina, he joined the union in August 1948 in the port of New York. Brother Bird upgraded his engine de­ partment rating in 1976 at the Lundeberg School. He began drawing his pension in Decem­ ber 1983. CHARLES E. BURNS Charles E. Bums, 75, died Sep­ tember 1. The Macon, Ga. native was a charter member of the Seafarers, hav­ ing joined in Febmaiy 1939 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. Brother Bums shipped in the engine department. He was ac­ tive in many union activities. He started to receive his pen­ sion in April 1975. CHARLES CASSARD Charles Cassard, 80, passed away August 1. After serving in the Navy from 1942 to 1943, he joined the SIU in May 1951 in his native New Orleans. Brother Cassard sailed in the steward depart-, ment before he retired in De­ cember 1978. LUKEA.CIAMBQLI Luke A. Ciamboli, 66, died Au­ gust 29. He was bom in West Orange, N.J. and served in the Army Air Force from 1943 to 1945. He joined the union in March 1947 in the port of New York. During his black gang career, Brother Ciamboli sailed in the Vietnam region during that conflict. He started cpllecting his pension in August 1978. LYNDON J. McKAMY Lyndon J. McKamy, 27, passed away June 18. He was bom in Nebraska, Brother McKamy joined the unionin July 1989. LLOYD A. CLARK Lloyd A. Clark, 80, passed away August 13. The Louisi­ ana native served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. He joined the Seafarers in May 1970 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Clark was a member of the steward department at the time of his death. CLIFTON G. McLELLAN Clifton G. McLellan, 81, died September 6. He was bom in Pittsburgh and joined the Sea­ farers in September 1948 in the port of San Francisco. Brother McLellan retired from the deck department in April 1974. RALPH E. FITZPATRICK Ralph E. Fitzpatrick, 76, died Septem­ ber 19. A native of Coving­ ton, Va., he served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. Brother Fitzpatrick joined the SIU in June 1954 in the port of San Francisco. Early in his galley gang career, he sailed for Waterman ves­ sels. He began collecting his pension in Febmary 1977. BOBBY FORD Bobby Ford, 63, passed away July 27. The Arkansas native ' was a member of the Marine Cooks and Stewards. He joined the SIU-AGLIWD in October 1972. Brother Ford retired in March 1989. GUNNAR L. MONSEN Gunnar L. Monsen, 90, passed away March 1 in a Seat­ tle nurs­ ing center. A native of Norway, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1917. Brother Monsen shipped with Alaska Steamship Company before he retired in November 1963. His remains were cremated. CLARENCE MORSE JR. Clarence Morse Jr., 71, died September 9. He was a native of Mobile, Ala. and joined the SIU in January 1944 in the port of New York. Brother Morse sailed in the steward depart­ ment before he started collect­ ing his pension in March 1988. JOSE REYES CLAUDE C. LANIER Claude C. Lanier, 66, died January 27. Bom in Atlanta, he joined the SIU in August 1942 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Lanier sailed in the deck department and was a member of District 2 MEBA. He started drawing his pension in August 1988. JOHNSIMONELLI John Simonelli, 58, passed away Sep­ tember 6. The Brooklyn native served in the Army from 1950 to 1953. He was a January 1960 gradu­ ate of the Andrew Fumseth Training School in New York. Brother Simonelli was an ac­ tive member of the deck depart­ ment at the time of his death. JERRY SONICO Jerry Sonico, 72, died June 25 in a San Francisco hospital. He was bom in the Philippines and joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards. Brother Sonico started collecting his pension in August 1972. He was buried June 29 in Holy Cross Ceme­ tery in Colma, Calif. His wife, Emy, survives him. LORRAINE A. VAUGHT Lorraine A. Vaught, 73, passed away March 18 of pneumonia in a Davis, Calif, hospital. She joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards and became a mem­ ber of the AGLIWD when the MCS merged with the District in 1978, Sister Vaught began receiving her pension in Febm­ ary 1984. Her remains were cremated. FRANK VIVERO FRED R. HATTAWAY Fred R. Hattaway, 70, died Feb­ mary 20. He was bom in Flor­ ida and joined the union in April 1948 in the port of New York. Brother Hattaway sailed in the engine department be­ fore he retired. ALFRED KIRKCONNELL Alfred Kirkcon­ nell, 80, passed away Au­ gust 31. A native of Honduras, he joined the Seafarers in November 1961 in the port of Tampa, Fla. Brother Kirkconnell shipped in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in April 1975. ers in May 1947 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Brother Sims eamed a safety aw^d for his work aboard the SS Robin Hood during the first half of 1960. He upgraded his steward department rating during 1980. He retired in May 1984. tive joined the union in April 1940 in the port of New York. He shipped in the deck depart­ ment. Brother Reyes began drawing his pension in 1968. RAULRIOS Raul Rios, 76, suc­ cumbed to cancer on June 22. He was bom in Manati, P.R. and joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1945. Brother Rios began his galley gang career sailing aboard Grace Lines vessels. He started receiving his pension in March 1970. He is survived by his wife, Ramona. ERNEST D. SIMS Emest D. Sims, 70, died Sep­ tember 16. He was a na­ tive of Georgia and joined the Seafar­ Frank Vivero, 84, died August 30. He was bom in Spain and joined the union in June 1947 in the port of New York. Brother Vivero shipped in the galley gang be­ fore he started drawing his pen­ sion in July 1966. LESLIE L. WILSON Leslie L. Wilson, 65, passed away August 8. The Kentucky native joined the Seafarers in November 1948 in the port of New York. Brother Wilson sailed in the steward depart­ ment, including many years aboard the Del Mar. He retired in Febmary 1964. 1979. Boatman Beattie shipped in the engine department and had sailed in the deep sea divi­ sion, as well as the inland. He was an active member at the time of his death. WILLIAM J. DIXON William J. Dixon, 35, died April 27. Bom in Norfolk, Va., he joined the SIU in September 1972 in the port of Philadelphia. Boatman Dixon was an active member of the black gang at the time of his death. •' r-« .v- ? 4.: RAY C. GIMBERT Ray C. Gimbert, 62, passed away August 23. He was bom in South Norfolk, Va. and served in the Naval Reserve from 1948 to 1954. Boatman Gimbert joined the union in De­ cember I960. He shipped in the deck department on McA­ llister Brothers vessels and up­ graded his rating in 1977 at the Lundeberg School. He began collecting his pension in March 1988. •I'- -i.- JOHN STEELE "~"'v John Steele, 83, died August 10. The native of Marlboro, Mass. served in the Army from 1940 to 1945. He joined the Seafarers in March 1969 in the port of New Orleans. Boatman Steele sailed in the steward department on Red Circle Transport Company vessels. He started receiving his pension in December 1978. ' GREAT LAKES JERRY LaDUKE Jerry La Duke, 49, passed away Au­ gust 31. Bom in St. Ignace, Mich., he served in the Army from 1959 to 1960 and from 1962 to 1965. He joined the SIU in July 1967 in the port of De­ troit. Brother LaDuke was an active member of the deck de­ partment at the time of his death. .i I ,1;: •" i-- EVERETT NOACK INLAND GARTH A. BEATTIE Garth A. Beattie, 34, passed away Au­ gust 17. A native of Los Angeles, he graduated from the Lundeberg School in June •:4r- Everett Noack, 73, died August 12. He was bom in Al­ pena, Mich, and joined the union in October 1960 in the port of Detroit. Brother Noack shipped in the deck department before he re­ tired in August 1971. •.-ti- Hi; • 4 m S �siAFARmm Summary Annual Report Seafarers Vacation Fund This is a summary of the annual report of the Seafarers Vacation Fund EIN 13 5602047 for the year ended December 31, 1989. The annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Retire­ ment Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). The Trust has committed itself to pay claims incurred under the terms of the plan. !ii.: Basic Financial Statement The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan was a deficit $(1,936,433) as of December 31, 1989, compared to a deficit of $(2,277,541) as of January 1, 1989. During the plan year, the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $341,108. During the plan year, the plan had total income of $32,193,556 including employer contributions of $31,697,836 and earnings from investments of $495,720. Plan expenses were $31,852,448. These expenses included $3,429,590 in administrative expenses, $26,440,657 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries, and $1,982,201 in other expenses (payroll taxes on vacation bene­ fits). .1,4-4^:1 V''' •'J.4; - 1 Your Rights to Additionallnformation rl' llfi. 't'.'1:r:--y~- • • /•' ." ;4|f •:r;':r:..; - - •- • >:-• :<• Know Your Rights ' , 34/.;v;.i''y:...:,,...i' ''^0' •:44 •'4^s W' II ••'.v :« III- ii •'<•5 :•••-.-I : 'If'- |lr- 1: •fir :•••; fy--tj •t You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: (1) An accountant's report; (2) Assets held for investment; (3) Service pro­ vider and trustee information. To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of Mr. Nick Marrone, who is the Plan Administrator, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746, (301) 899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $1.50 for the full annual report, or $.10 per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan located at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to Public Disclosure Room, N4677, Pension and Welfare Benefit Programs, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20216. FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union fi­ nances. The constitution requires a de­ tailed audit by Certified Public . Accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank and file memters, elected by the membership, makes ex­ amination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their find­ ings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and In­ land Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of vari­ ous trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally con­ sist of Union and management repre­ sentatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are pro­ tected exclusively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contricts are posted and available in all Union halls. , If members believe there have been vi­ olations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts be­ tween the Union and the employers. they should notify the Seafarers Appeds Board bjr certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus''Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafairers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union offi­ cial fails to protect their contract rights properly, they should contact the near­ est SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the polit­ ical purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This estab­ lished policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive with crewmembers scurrying from one place to-another to get the Job done, an ac­ cident cem occur any time and any place when something spills. When you see something on the deck, don't walk past It because it's not your job or department. Report it, secure It or clean It. It's the job of every SIU member to make sure the ship Is a safe place to work. Remember, your five minutes of extra effort can prevent an­ other member's lifetime of pain. AN SIU SHIP IS A SAFE SHIP Lets keep It that way! Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supply­ ing a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of thisconstitution so as to famil­ iarize themselves with its contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employ­ ment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the em­ ployers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL AC­ TIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime work­ ers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the ad­ vancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All con­ tributions are voluntary. No contribu­ tion may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such con­ duct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his eco­ nomic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU Pres­ ident Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. '.-I'iL y 4:- • - •, �^^BCR1990 SI"? '•-' 1990-9! ~~ • •••^_L--- . • "" " ^'^'•'''• ;• •••:"':v":'- lOvndu^ Cems^ V Check-In Date ''\-:^'k:r-k , ''WdKi fc-i '44:4 All students in the Ste^A r4dt& •15$ n; All Students ^^ceinber'tip Januaiy2l March4 April IS May 27 \ , November 12 November 2fi December 10 Januaiy 7 January 21 February 4 February 18 March 4 March 18 April I April IS April 29 May 13 May 27 June 10 June 24 ^Mp Handling lumbers I. I ' ^ ^ , i» , '", M, < Completion ———- '•^'•^ Januai^'4 ^ ^^bniaty is March 29 10 January 21 February 18 March 18 April 8 May 6 June 24 November 26 February 4 March 4 April 1 * April 22 May 20 February 4 January 28 January 14 April 22 ; :.'i® l^Bar Observer Unlimited Third Mate inland Deck Llce^ Celestial Navigation Or/ w// Couise Course Check-In Date l^ecember 10 February 18 April I ^"ayij May 13 June 24 (I week) completion th" e . November 23 December? December 21 January 18 February I February is March I March IS March 29 April 12 , Apra 26..^ :;-,;'lli May 10 ; <'^'4"' ' ,. 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MMS " M January ]4 BKMDING Mvuanoli Name Completion -Date Cbeck-In Completion * — Date - Date January 21 April 12 November 19 December 7 i>ecember 10 December 28 December 31 January 18 Januai^f 21 February 8 Februai^r n March I March 4 March 22 March 2S April 12 April IS May 3 M^ 6 May 24 May 27 June 14 June 17 July S May 24 March I May 24 March IS 1991 March 25 June 3 'ai Completion .Date December 14 February 22 Aprils May 17 • AS?V ""^•^•^week Se^ht fyf rJ •'' - •; .•••• I f' a-.j April 12 April ^^ril 12 April S •?* Date Of Birth. Mo/Oay/Vcar (Oiy) Deep Sea M k ' 'Zip Code) Teiephonei ) •'4\ '•'"f- •«' ';• • 1. VEssEt Social Security #. Book #_ Seniority Cillzen: Q Department_ ^^NATDRK ~ ~~~~ •'ti.T DATE. coursecl^checked hid Are you aSraduatednhe~sw^77~'f res. Which •prog^„; iiuni o Marine E/ectrica; Maintenance "•-'-edherX^S;^ O °o„"sr "»••«»« 4 D No I Systems• D/esefEnrine'r^^f •-aat grade of school completed, Have you attended any SHLSS unor a iS«^SS3; 'f res, counsels) take.t^J^l;;^;;^;';^^ ° fr:s,t:try^?itr^^ Oo you hold the uTr ""iPleled?, DECK — ONo • AB/Sealifi n ll' 9"" • Third Mate«'<" n O Hydraulics D No °tSSLSr'""« D^es a No Fiieflghttag Q''y^f^®''^"'an Endorsement? Oaleavailahleforttuining °CPR. • y,, ^ SIEWARD"*"** • FOVVT o gHssr„««r •^"•ary language spoken No • ^GED) '-•^vironics) ^^ • Chief Cook U TA ChiefL Steward n a D ToHiboai OHiboat Inland Inland Cook Cook •i pja • Associates in A, K WA.. - ^ "'" Nney Point. MP. i0674 lOWO • -'/TI ••"''-r • V... • ••'•T �S21 UW • ••••:'" • •••'' The SS Wright, one of the military's aviation support vessels, is docked in Bahrain. ElecSome of the Seafarers aljoard the Wright are pictured from left to right: Reefer Electrician John Halier, Wiper Wait Sargent, Chief E tiidan Chartes Walsh, Steward Assistant Joe Moiin, Bosun Mike Wittenburg, AB Pete Lopez, QMED Robert "Beamer" Stancavage, )Chief Cook Lauren Oram, AB Ray Moore and OS Robert Thompson. ^ Suceed4^ QMED Robert "Beamer" Stancavage prepares torch to braze evaporator supply line. QMED Kenny Pell watches the englneroom automation board. William MaoCulloch, a QMED from New Hamp­ shire, and Ser­ geant Alan Higgins of the Manne Corps, look out toward the sea. Enjoying an evening meal are (from left to right) AB Nick Worrel, Wiper Walt Sargent and Bosun Mike Wittenburg. In the galley. Seafarers prepare a mid-day meal. They are prom left to right) Steward Assistant Allen Hendricas, Steward Assistant Jurk) Torres, Assistant Cook Rick Holt and Chief Cook Lauren Oram. ABs Nick Worrel (left) and Randy Moore lower cargo into the hull of the Wlnght at the port of Mina Sulman. A T-SHIRT em­ blazoned with the red, white and blue American flag and the slogan "These colors do not run," tj^^^COLORS summed up the sentiments of Sea­ DON'T RUN The insignia on a t-shirt farers aboard the worn by AB Robert SS Wright, one of "Beamer* Stancavage. the vessels acti­ vated by the military to support Operation Desert Shield, reports QMED Robert Stancavage, better known as the ^^Beamer." The QMED, who wrote to the Sea­ farers LOG from Bahrain where the Amsea-operated vessel currently is docked, is keeping a thorough photo­ graphic record of Seafarers' participation in Ae current American military deploy­ ment to the Middle East. Some of the photo­ graphs taken by the "Bea­ mer" were brought to the United States by Chief Electrician Charles Walsh, who joined the vessel upon its activation in August and who only recently flew home to Philadelphia. Walsh re­ ported to the LOG that the Wright, usu^ly docked at die Navy yard in Philadelphia, "had a pretty smooth voyage" across the Atlantic Ocean to the Persian Gulf. "The crew was made up of a great bunch of guys,"Walsh said. "Every­ body worked as a team." In addition to their normal seafaring duties on the Wright, which operates as a floating warehouse and aviation repair center for the Marine Corps, some of the ship's SIU crewmembers assisted Opera­ tion Desert Shield in an extraordinary maimer, reported Walsh. AB Jerry Stewart on the Wright's gangway talking with Marines in the background. Inside the Wright, Mannes have space to handle repars to aviation equipntent. *7 New Ueutenaiit J.G. Chris Gallen of Wayne. Pa. Instructs the WMghrs dvito crewmembers on the proirer use of a gw m^k and other equipment tt>at would be used In tfw event of chemical warfare. mm Musicians Aboard The Chief Electrician told the Seafarers LOG that AB Jerry Stewart, Assistant Cook Rick Holt, AB Nick Worrel and OS Randy Moore formed a roving band that performed religious music. "They played for us during shipboard church services. Then the Navy used them to do church services on a number of other ships," Walsh said. AB Jerry Stewart is a talented gospel singer, Walsh said. While Stewart sang tra^tional gospel music during the church services, the AB also sang a couple of hymns that he had written Mmself. "They were really quite nice," said Walsh refer­ ring to the songs Stewart had written. Walsh also reported that Reefer Electri­ cian John Halier managed to keep 20year-old reefer box units going on the Wright, which is classified as a T-AVB ship by the military. That was no easy I i:' trick, added Walsh. Wiper Walt Sargent was kept busy working on clogged drains. "Everyone chipped in. If the 'Beamer,' who was standing watch, was needed to help out, he'd be diere," said Wal^. With a vessel that hadn't been sailing regularly for quite a few years, there was a lot of extra work for Seafarers in all three depart­ ments, he reported. "But our guys really pulled through and it was basicity a good a? trip," concluded the chief electrician. The T-AVB ship, which under normal conditions is kept on reduced operating status, left the East Coast of the United States in late August carrying more than 300 Marines and mobile facilities. The converted seabridge class ship, one of two T-AVB's in the military's fleet, houses equipment that can be us^ to repair plane components or manufacture parts that are needed by deployed aircraft � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Title A name given to the resource October 1990 Description An account of the resource Headlines: FIRST PREPOSITIONING VESSEL BACK FROM PERSIAN GULF RUN EMERGENCY RESCUE OPERATION SAVES 5 SEAMEN JOSEPH DIGIORGIO RETIRES, JOHN FAY BECOMES SECRETARY-TREASURER SEAFARERS JOIN AFL-CIO IN CIVIL RIGHTS MARCH AFL-CIO STUDY SAYS RICH ARE WINNERS OF 1980S ECONOMIC AND TAX POLIIES SAN FRANCISCO SIU MEN BACK HERE EXTRA EFFORT AND UNION'S SCHOOL HELP MEET SEALIFT MANNING DEMANDS, SIU TELLS PANEL 3-YEAR LABOR PACT WITH ETC POSTS WAGE GAINS, NEW HOLIDAY SIU, SHERIDAN SIGN PACT COVERING WAGES ON 6 ITBS DEBORAH FOUNDATION RECOGNIZES WORK OF SIU'S ED PULVER TURNER NAMED HEAD OF SIU'S DEPARTMENT OF CONGRESSIONAL AND GOV'T RELATIONS SIU CHALLENGES MARAD OK OF LYKES/FABC DEAL AN INTERVIEW WITH JOSEPH DIGIORGIO OPERATIONS ARE NON-STOP ABOARD AMERICAN REPUBLIC A SEA STORY STEWARDS AT SEA OFFER TEMPTING TREATAS NEW YORK PAYOFF 43 STATES PROVIDE VETERANS' BENEFITS TO WWII MARINERS STATE VETERANS' BENEFITS FOR WWII MERCHANT SEAMEN AUTOMATED WITH AN SIU CREW THAT MAKES IT WORK SEAFARERS AND THEIR FAMILIES ARE AT HOME IN THE MOBILE HALL TRAMP TANKER CREW IS NEVER SHORT OF EXCITEMENT EVERY SS WRIGHT SEAFARER ADDS AN EXTRA EFFORT TO MAKE SHIP'S DEPLOYMENT TO GULF A SUCCESS Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 10/1/1990 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 52, No. 10 Type The nature or genre of the resource Text 1990 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/fce0b2e978b16575a950f5a90802b014.PDF ea13f56cb6b90cd4676b1765c717d556 PDF Text Text 1J.1- i •• • ff .- - - J:;; . • . . ":l;-••..'•i.'..-^; ,-• ' I5i •-• --<' " -.v "• •'., .•fe' ^:•.t•••"^-:-: -• • . : 'fe '• '-.' :' V,.£•.;•> • >UJ m •,4;J-'- V '.":?'• V-, '^••: November 1990 Votume 52, Number 11 - • A|:v : •;v>- .• 7 v- ;•: •v./.-A': y>.ri Behind the Gulf Opei^tlon •f,v '•.•-7' ,,.t!;,7-; S •.. ,S.. : -i % 7:;-e^:.x:v-;;,, :A J:CD j>i-> oia oa-ai><2 >-• ., li-. 'Ik..' Ti-HA oou'i m-< a-ix: :•* moco o-< c/>-2ro •i '.''K • ;>- -fat: ::i ••V:r V -AK, •• 'iv/A PERSIAN 'MS'k •-v.,:-, ..A •. • • 1. • , 1 . • AMEiti ••A " y'ilSfe '' • ii""j<'i,' J"' ' ' s:.. ,> ' '' ' •:V- Iv �;^- . r, |'''--''^'-^i'^j^|i£^ SOFAROtS LOG President's Report Replying to Our Opponents From time to time, we find it necessary to reply to critics of the Ameri­ can merchant marine—^particularly those who would re­ place American seamen with foreign workers. One such occasion occurred in the past week, when I found it nec­ essary to answer the latest attack from the Joumal of Commerce, a hard-line advocate of foreign-flag ship­ ping over the U.S.-flag industry. I thought the membership might be interested in the communication I have sent to the editor and the pub­ Michael Sacco lisher of that paper: • •; •_ ; '•,]. ; •'. -i' • "- *.i ' :• r^f • .. Robert L. Harris, Editor The Journal of Commerce 110 Wall Street New York, New York 10005 November 15,1990 Dear Sir: I would have preferred that this letter would have had as its purpose the commendation of the Journal of Commerce for an expression of fairness and constructiveness—if not support—in­ sofar as the American maritime industry is concerned. However, judging by the publication's consistent editorial page perfor­ mance, I am inclined to believe such a possibility seems rather unlikely. Twice in recent weeks, editorial comment continued to press on with what has emerged as an unremitting crusade for the abandonment of a U.S.-flag shipping capability and its replace­ ment with foreign-flag vessels (Editorial, "Fast Sealift," October 23,1990;"ShakingtheShipping World," October 29,1990). To challenge or attempt to answer the obviously unresearched assertions of the articles in question would be an act of charity they do not deserve. Because I think it is high time for the Journal of Commerce to examine the quality and credibility of its editorial statements, let me cite a couple of examples of the irresponsible and misinformed statements which are character­ istic of your attacks on the U.S. maritime industry. The editorial, "Fast Sealift," states "Fast sealift, of course, is an oxymoron; while the ships [for use in carrying supplies to the military forces] would have a top speed of up to 30 knots, several knots faster than the fastest merchant ships can gO, they still would take days or weeks to traverse the oceans." Then the editorial pontificates: "" A..rv«. absolutely, positively has to "If the Army get suppli lies to the front in a hurry, it will send tnem by air." I am Eligible pensioners were voted a $400 extra cash payment by the Seafarers Pension Plan Board of Trustees, payable in December. The bonus was announced by Sec­ retary-Treasurer John Fay in his November report to all ports. The one-time holiday bonus of $400 will be sent in December to all Seafarer pensioners who have accrued 4,380 days of service and who have satisfied all the require­ ments for normal, early normal or disability pensions. The proposal for the bonus was put forward by union trustees and accepted by the full Board of Trust­ ees, made up of representatives from both the SIU and contracted •f.. Volume 52, Number 11 employers. The pension plan's de­ cision to distribute a 1990 bonus to all eligible pensioners was made after a careful study of the financial condition of the plan by an outside actuary. (An actuary is a profes­ sional who considers all elements of any decision a trust fund makes, calculating statistical risk and pro­ jecting into the future the ability to pay all obligations.) After receiving the actuary's re­ port, in view of the condition of the plan and its careful management, the Board of Trustees voted to pro­ vide a $400 holiday bonus to all eligible SIU pensioners. For eligible pensioners, the ad­ dition of the $400 bonus will mean November 1990 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers Intemational Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSG Prince Georges, MD 20790-9998 and at additional mailing of­ fices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafar­ ers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith; Associate Editors, Daniel Duncan and Max Hall; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene, Art Direc­ tor, Bill Brewer. S.. "('V sure that your readers, who know better, snickered over that one Evidently the writer never heard of former Secretary of Defense McNamara's enormous blunder in advocating a similar approach to logistics during the Vietnam War. When it devel­ oped that 95 percent of all supplies had to be transported by ship the miscalculating Secretary had to eat his words in public. Moreover, a bit of research would have revealed that one C-5 Galaxy plane, the military's largest cargo-carrying aircraft, can hold one M-1 tank. The eight fast sealift vessels can carry the supplies of an entire mechanized infantry division, including 300 tanks, support vehicles, artillery, cargo trucks and other mate­ rials. Putting aside the feasibility of an airlift of a mechanized division's supplies, since the editorial stressed the need for cost-cutting it might be sobering to consider that the cost of sending that amount of equipment by air would be many, many times greater than if sent by ship. The second piece in question which ran two weeks later, "Shaking the Shipping World," likewise forfeits any claim to reasonableness, with such uninformed inanities as this gem: "The Jones Act," the revisionist author asserts, "has killed the domestic business. No one can afford to move cargo from Boston to Florida by ship. About the only domestic shipping left serves Puerto Rico, Hawaii and Alaska. And vessel operations need government help to maintain their market even to these places where railroads don't go." Here again, the implication is that facts have no relevance in determining the Journal's editorial stance when it comes to the American shipping industry. Had the writer bothered to acquaint himself with the voluminous charges and hearing records that proliferated during the immediate post-World War II period, he would have learned how the railroads' selective rate-cutting practices resulted in rail rates being reduced below cost in areas served by ships and raised where there wasn't any ship comjetition, a very influential factor in the demise of the once lourishing coastwise trade. I realize that insofar as merchant shipping is concerned the Journal of Commerce has a greater degree of accountability to its foreign-flag customers who are its most important constitu­ ency. Nevertheless, in the interests of maintaining some credi­ bility, perhaps it ought to consider after-hours classes in the history and basics of American-flag shipping for those of its staff who preach from on high. Very truly yours, Michael Sacco cc: Don 0. Becker, Publisher a receipt of three checks from the Seafarers Pension Plan in the month of December. Traditionally, the pension plan has issued De­ cember pension checks at the be­ ginning of that month and the January pension checks in the mid­ dle of December. In addition to those monies, eligible old timers will receive a third check—the $400 holiday bonus. Further information on the bonus or on the pension plan in general can be obtained in any union hall or by calling the organi­ zation at 1-800-CLAIMS4. Or write to the plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. NMU Shifts Training Funds To Shore Up Pension Pian The National Maritime Union has stripped its upgrading and training program in order to shore up its troubled pension plan. The NMU, which is now part and parcel of District 1 Marine En­ gineers Beneficial Association after a merger that has often been dubbed a "takeover," agreed in re­ cent contract negotiations with shipowner representatives to trans­ fer close to $30 million from the training monies to the underfunded NMU pension plan. The switch of funds has been criticized within the NMU. One critic likened the deal to a big give­ away to the shipowners saying that in retum for a five percent pay increase the union's leaders had given away $30 million, the Jour­ nal of Commerce reported. For the past three years the ail­ ing NMU pension plan has been the target of many schemes. At the time of the 1988 merger of District 1 MEBA and the NMU there was talk that the underfunded pension trust of the unlicensed seamen would be integrated with the pen­ sion plan of the engineers' union. TTiat plan met with strong opposi­ tion from rank-and-file District 1 MEBA members. Just prior to this fall's election for officers of the licensed division of District 1 MEBA/NMU, the union's president announced that no such merger of pension plans would take place. �mrnm NOVEMBiR 1990 Big Seaifft Scores High in Guif Mission Senators Repel Attack Military, CiviiiansWork Together On Cargo Preference To Keep the Supply Lines Meving Existing cargo preference provisions were preserved in the closing days of this year's congressional session despite attempts by the supporters of giant farm commodity groups to eliminate or weaken the nation's laws mandating carriage of 75 percent of govemment food cargoes on U.S.-flag ships, A last minute try by Senator Charles Grassley (R-Iowa) to put a tax on American-flag bottoms that win contracts to carry government-generated cargoes was rebuffed. The Iowa senator introduced his swipe at the American merchant marine late one night when very few of his colleagues were on the Senate floor. Once Grassley's provision was brought to full light, the Senate committee with responsibility for the issue defeated the amendment. Grassley's most recent attacks came on the heels of a long and heated debate earlier this year on the cargo preference statutes and their application to the government's food aid program. Despite the initiation by forces representing giant agribusiness of a variety of strategies designed to wipe out or weaken cargo preference, each attempt went nowhere in both the House and the Senate. Pact Reached in Final Hours Earlier this year, although the going was nip and tuck and SIU Washington representatives worked virtually around the clock to rally supporters of cargo preference in the final days of legislative activity on the farm bill, a pact was reached that preserved the existing law. In fact, a carefullycrafted agreement was reached in both branches of Congress that maintained the 75 percent share of taxpayer-supported food aid assigned for carriage on U.S.-flag vessels and also allocated a portion of cargo to Great Lakes ports. One of the major foes of cargo preference was the North American Export Grain Association (NAEGA), which the SIU had exposed as being a front for foreign-flag shipown­ ers. The SIU disclosed that $7.2 billion in govemment funds were spent on behalf of farm exports. In contrast, only Continued on page 8 SIU Head Pays Tribute To United Mine Workers United Mine Workers President Richard Trumka (right) and SIU President Michael Sacco at recent Mine Workers convention. Stressing the close ties that exist between the SIU and the United Mine Workers of America (UMWA), Seafarers Pres­ ident Michael Sacco ad­ dressing the group's centennial convention said, "In this world of the 'dog-eat-dog' and 'everyman-for-himself philoso­ phies, it is refreshing and encouraging to have the re­ lationship of our two orga­ nizations as a resource in meeting our enemies." Mine Workers Presi­ dent Richard Trumka noted how the two unions have a long history of pro­ ' ,'r'' viding support to which­ ever one of the two is en­ gaged in a dispute. The most recent cooperative efforts concerned the UMWA's Pittston Coal Co. beef, a struggle in which the company sought to wipe out health care benefits and extract siz­ able give-backs from its employees. The union, after a bitter strike, pre­ vailed. Sacco told the assem­ bled UMWA delegates, "Your long history of sur­ vival and achievement is an inspiration to the rest of the laW movement." Despite the television treatment of the U.S. and allied role in Persian Gulf, frequently visible through the media and T.V, nowhere do the American people get a sense of the massive logistical operation that is is supporting Operation Desert the U.S. flag, the remaining 47 operate Shield and the vast number of under foreign registries. troops and equipment moved into Vice Admiral Francis R. Donovan, com­ a forward position. mander of MSC, noted in his recent testi­ The magnitude of the marine transporta­ tion operation is evidenced in the amount of pounds of materiel that has been carried from the United States to the Gulf. As of the third week in November, the Military Sealift Command (MSC), the agency in the Armed Forces responsible for waterbome transport of supplies, reports that over 2.1 billion pounds of unit equipment have been delivered to the Gulf, as well as 3.8 billion pounds of fuel. Additionally, there have been more than 150 off-loads at docks in the Middle East. Many of the vessels carrying supplies to the Persian Gulf are manned by SIU mem­ bers. When the SIU recejved word in Au­ gust that many U.S.-flag vessels would be broken oiit, the union's machinery was put ' in high gear to ensure the ships assigned to its contracted operators would be fully crewed by skilled Seafarers. With 230,000 American troops in the Gulf now and with 200,000 more on the way and thousands of allied troops, the dependence on the logistical elements be­ comes greater and greater—and ships emerge as an increasingly more vital part of the equation. General H.T. John­ son, commander-inchief of TRANSCOM the military's coordinat­ ing transportation group, said in a recent address to the National Defense Transportation Associa­ tion (NDTA),".. .Airlift General is our quickest method of Johnson response, but sealift will be responsible for the vast majority of ton­ nage. In Vietnam and Korea, sealift ac­ counted for 95 percent of all dry cargo and 99 percent of all petroleum products. We expect similar figures from Desert Shield." TRANSCOM oversees the military's massive movement of supplies. The agency was established in 1987 to provide air, sea and land transport to meet national security objectives, TRANSCOM directs any transportation effort through its three component commands: the Military Airlift Command (MAC), Military Traffic Man­ agement Command (MTMC ) and MSC. 172 Ships on Gulf Run Participating in the sealift are 43 vessels from the Ready Reserve Force, eight fast sealift ships, 21 prepositioning ships, 60 commercial vessels chartered by the MSC, six commercial carriers that had been chartered to the sealift agency prior to the activation, six ves­ sels loaned by foreign Vice Admiral governments, 24 tankers, Donovan two aviation support ships and two hospital ships. Of the 60 MSC-chartered commercial ships, 13 fly mony before a House subcommittee hearing on sealift that the number of ships listed "does not include the very significant sustainment capability on U.S.-flag liner ships to Saudi Arabia in support of Opera­ tion Desert Shield. This capability consists of approximately 30 sailings per month with a container capacity of more than 10,000 forty-foot container equivalent units per month." Team Work In Transport Industry Despite the pressure, those responsible for the implementation of the supply mis­ sion are performing superbly. In his NDTA speech. General Johnson said, "I am proud to report that America's transportation ef­ forts in support of Desert Shield have been an overwhelming success. I say America's efforts, because it is much more than a U.S. TRANSCOM effort, and it is more than just a Military Airlift Command, Military Sealift Command and Military Traffic Management Command effort. "The success that transporters have en­ joyed in Operation Desert Shield is the result of a team effort from every segment of America's transportation community. America's uniformed forces, active duty, guard, reserve; our Merchant Marine; our airline, trucking and rail industries; our ports and our unions have all leaned for­ ward as a team," the head of U.S. TRANS­ COM added. Vice Admiral Paul D. Butcher, deputy com­ mander-in-chief of U.S. TRANSCOM, empha­ sized the importance of the civilian sector in meeting the military's "global transportation ca­ pability." Speaking to the Vice Admiral recent House subcommit­ Butcher tee on sealift, the Vice Admiral explained, "For strategic sealift, the majority of our lift comes from U.S.flagged merchant ships, and all of our manning for both civilian and government-owned vessels comes from U.S. merchant mariners." Facts on Sealift > 172 ships are transporting fuel and mate­ riel for the Military Sealift Command. t More than 150 ship off-loads have oc­ curred in the Gulf. I More than 2.1 billion pounds of unit equip­ ment have been delivered as of the third week in November. I More than 3.8 billion pounds of fuel have been delivered to the Gulf as of the third week in November. ' When the U.S. amasses 430,000 troops in the Gulf, sealift operations will provide 95 percent of all necessary supplies for a deployment with a population equal to the number of people residing in Fort Worth, Texas or St. Louis, Mo. ...MV id v'h. " . �:'V" .. r,l' -'.Vy • '• "• SEAFAREK LOG 4 •i •' . "- /'if; Seafarers Had a Big Stake in 1990 Congress Actions When Congress adjourned for the elections, it brought to a close a session in which many legislative matters of concern to the job secu­ rity of American seamen were on the table. A wide range of maritime issues were hotly debated and discussed during the 1990 congressional ses­ sions. Foremost among them were the resolution of an attack on cargo preference under the guise of the farm bill debate, the enactment of an oil spill law which was fueled by public concern over the Exxon Valdez grounding in Alaska last year and urging the administration to keep maritime services off the agenda at the world trade talks. •f;; ; ' • • • •/ : ,...y: , ,. ;, ."T •- .-' •,* • '• "•'/: •. ' • ^ ' 'fIf^ Revenue Raisers The final hours of this year's legislative meetings were wrapped up in budget wranglings. The mar­ itime industry was socked with a number of provisions that will di­ rectly affect the pocketbooks of ship­ ping companies and seamen alike. The budget bill agreed to by Congress and the president tripled the Harbor Maintenance Tax on shippers. As a result, beginning January 1, the full cost of maintain­ ing the nation's deep-draft chan­ nels will be passed on to shippers. Effectively, the maintenance tax on cargo and passengers will go up from .04 percent to .125 percent. The increased tonnage tax, which is paid to the U.S. Customs Service by all vessels arriving in American ports from foreign ori­ gins, represents the first hike in this duty since 1909. It will raise the cost from two cents to nine cents per ton for ships entering U.S. ports from North and South Amer­ ica. It also increases from six cents to 27 cents the per ton tax on ves­ selsentering from other foreign ports. Licensing Fees The tonnage tax is estimated to bring in to federal coffers close to $200 million annually. Further revenue-raising items assigned to the maritime industry are increased fees for vessel in­ spections, personnel licensing and documentation fees and user fees on recreational vessels. The law left the exact rate setting process to the U.S. Coast Guard. The amounts set by the agency cannot exceed the cost of providing such services. Shipjiing Industiy Works to Keep Maritime Out of world Trade Pact J • •• • . • • -•. With maritime still on the table as discussions for the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) reach their final days, the SIU is intensifying its campaign to see that waterbome transit is taken off the agenda of the world trade talks. The GATT negotiations are scheduled to end the first week of December when ministers from the 99 signatory countries, includ­ ing the United States, will meet in Brussels to finalize the pact. However, published reports have noted that agreement, which was created in 1948 to end discrim­ inatory trade practices and reduce trade barriers that distort free com­ petition within the world market, may not be ready for enactment by the ministers. The major roadblock appears to be a lack of a consensus to reduce agricultural subsidies. The SIU, working with its con­ tracted operators and other ele­ ments of the U.S.-flag shipping industry, has been calling on mem­ bers of the Bush administration urging that they contact the U.S. trade representative and weigh in against using maritime as a bar­ gaining chip. Additionally, the union continues to work with con­ gressmen and senators who also are concerned about the implica­ tions of a maritime services com­ ponent in GATT. If maritime is left in the final agreement, it could imperil the Jones Act, create national security problems, eliminate shipping sub­ sidies and abolish cargo preference laws. Ed Pulver is Hew Member ef SlUNA Board Long-time SIU member and official Ed Pulver was named to the execu­ tive board of the Seafar­ ers Interna­ tional Union of North Ed Pulver America last month, an­ nounced Michael Sacco, president of the federation of 18 autonomous unions which includes the Atlan­ tic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District. Brother Pulver fills a vacancy created by the retirement of Joseph DiGiorgio and the filling of hiS| secretary-treasurer post by John Fay. Pulver, who serves as SIU port agent in Jersey City, was ap­ pointed by the executive board to fill Fay's SIUNA vice president term on that governing body. Pulver, who began sailing in the 1940s on railroad tugs in the New York/New Jersey harbor, became active in the SIU when the fleet he helped organize elected to affiliate with the organization's Inland Boatman's Union. In addition to his Seafarers du­ ties, Brother Pulver serves as pres­ ident of the Hudson County Central Labor Council and secretaiy-lreasuier of the New Jersey State AFL-CIO. SIU Members Play Active Role In Many Election Campaigns The November elections, in which the entire House of Repre­ sentatives and a third of the Senate was up for election, saw Seafarers deeply involved in a great many campaigns. Seafarers were out on election day and prior, walking precincts, posting si^s, among other volunteer activities, for can­ didates who have strong records in support of the American maritime industry and the job security of U.S. seamen. Seafarers who were on the beach tumed out to the polls, many accompanied by their families. SIU members assigned to ships took steps to vote by absentee bal­ lot, either before shipping or through the mail. Of course. Seafarers also gave to the campaign funds of the can­ didates it supported from the SPAD monies contributed by SIU members. (SPAD stands for Sea­ farers Political Action Donation.) Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters (AGLIWD) Seafarers tra­ ditionally have been active in both national and local elections be­ cause it is vital to their job security. This year was no exception. Volunteer Activity in Races In a number of tight struggles between candidates who are com­ mitted to the American fleet and their opponents. Seafarers fought hard to tum out critical votes, par­ ticipating in get-out-the-vote drives directed at SIU members, their families and other trade unionists. One such race took place in the New Bedford area where hundreds Congressman Gerry Studds (right) talks over maritime issues with Capt. Carlos Vinagre of the FN Calipso. of SIU fishermen live. Congress­ man Gerry E. Studds (D-Mass.) beat back a challenger with a 53 to 47 percent margin. Among other races, SIU mem­ bers worked hard for Joan Kellyhom (D-Mo.), a political activist who won a congressional seat in the St. Louis area. Another con­ gressional newcomer, Jim Bac- 'ii ji • • •#:l . -r-'-.vl An SIU member volunteers use of his car to show support for his candidates in Louisiana. chus (D-Fla.), had the support of SIU members living in the area of Florida known as the "Space Coast." Seafarers also were active in the campaigns of Washington state representatives Jolene Unsoeld (D) and John Miller (R). The port of Honolulu's mem­ bers worked long hours to elect Congressman Daniel K. Akaka to an open seat in the United States Senate. The 14-year House mem­ ber, who had the strong support of Daniel K. Inouye, Hawaii's senior senator and a champion of the mar­ itime industry, won his election bid for higher office. Senator Mark O. Hatfield (R-Ore.) also was sup­ ported by the SIU as was Paul Simon, who was first elected to a Senate seat from Illinois in 1984. In a key race for the governor's position in Texas, the SIU threw its efforts behind Ann Richards, the Democratic candidate for the post, who won the race. The SIU's legislative depart­ ment tracks the voting records of elected officials on matters of keen interest to Seafarers and the ship­ ping industry. The union's support for congressional incumbents was based on their voting records on such issues as promoting cargo for U.S.-flag vessels, developing an American-flag cruise industry and. maintaining export restrictions pii Alaskan oil. SpmhTrclh Patrolman Eugenic de Sousa are two SIU members who were out on election day in support of their candidate. - :m -^1 •-'••'••••'••'Sl • J �Sp-'-' NomBERim American Comorant Returns to United States Precision planning and care­ fully executed loading operations are a hallmark of the Seafarers crews aboard the American Cor­ morant, the semi-submersible heavy lift ship which returned to U.S. waters for the first time in five years last month. Just before its arrival in Violet, La., the specialized vessel dis­ charged cargo in the Persian Gulf, In photo at left, Steward Assistant Rich­ ard Bali and Chief Cook Dante Slack take a break between galley duties. " t. / ' The American Cormorant, one of 14 semi-submersibie ships in the world, can cover its lifting deck with up to 26 feet of water. providing logistical support to the military's Operation Desert Shield. Todd Johnson, manager of fleet support for Pacific Gulf Ma­ rine, the ship's operator, reported that the American Cormorant crew "performed remarkably well" in the Middle East mission. The 738-foot vessel has been assigned to the Indian Ocean since December 1985. Originally a 135,000 dwt tanker prior to its con­ version to its present-day status in 1982, the American Cormorant has been stationed with a contingent of maritime prepositioning ships serving the U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command (MSC). One of 14 such vessels in the world, a 394 by 135 foot portion of the American Cormorant's lifting deck can be submerged under water by ballasting the ship to a depth of about 65 feet. This allows the center of the 19,700-horse- An aerial photo shows the Cormorant's deck fully loaded and ready for sailing. Bill Limits Hours of Work For Crew on U.S.-Flag Tankers factors in the grounding of the Exxon Valdez last March 1989. That accident, which took place in the Prince William Sound in Alaska, caused the largest oil spill ever to take place in American wa­ ters. The section of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 that limits hours of work on U.S.-flag tankers includes any administrative duties associ-, ated with the vessel in its definition of "work." Furthermore, the legis­ lation says such duties may be ones performed onboard the ship or ashore. The passage of the bill in Con­ gress was the culmination of a year-long debate on what steps the nation should take to reduce the spillage of oil from tankers. The portion of the bill most hotly de­ bated was the section concerning liability for spills. Once Congress resolved the differences in lan­ guage passed by both branches of Confess, the bill was ready for the president. President Bush signed the legis­ lation passed by both the House and Senate in late August. The Au­ gust edition of the Seafarers LOG contains full details on the new law. /s ^\ ' •. ;• i-v-' " " .V.. -. Moku Pahu Sets Another Record For Sugar Carried to Gaiifornia Pacific Gulf Marine once again has commended the work of the SIU crewmembers aboard the MV Moku Pahu for their efforts in car­ rying yet another record load aboard the integrated tug-barge. Harold C. Nilsen, port captain for Pacific Gulf Marine, sent Angus "Red" Campbell, SIU vice president collective bargaining, a Seamen on U.S.-flag tankers may not work more th^ 15 hours in any 24-hour period or more than 36 hours in any 72-hour period ex­ cept in an emergency situation or drill, states a portion of the bill passed by Congress and signed by the president establishing proce­ dures designed to limit oil spills in American waters. SIU Vice President Collective B^gaining Angus "Red" Camp­ bell noted that the new law limiting hours "does not mean that licensed officers will perform unlicensed work." He asked all crewmembers aboard SlU-contracted tankers to submit overtime claims on a timely basis in the event officers attempt to infringe on the jurisdiction of the unlicensed seamen. The legislation, which also mandated a phase-in of double hulls on all U.S.-flag tankers of more than 5,000 gross tons and created a $1 billion dollar federal oil spill cleanup fund, aims to re­ duce crewmember fatigue as a fac­ tor in accidents. The National Transportation Safety Board, the nation's federal safety watchdog agency, reported that fatigue and overworked crewmembers were significant power ship to rest under 26 feet of water. The ship, which can sail at a top speed in excess of 16 knots, is pri­ marily used to transport giant semi-submersible and jackup dril­ ling rigs, as well as other off-shore equipment. Recently manning the Ameri­ can Cormorant, which fills a key niche in the U.S. military's sea­ borne logistics, were SIU members Charles Davis, bosun; Susanne E. Cake, chief steward; ABs Michael Coulbourne, Vincent J. Ippolito, Carlos Thomas and Gary Coats; QMEDs David Tillman and Rick Grosso; Mark Kraus, DEU; Dante F. Slack, chief cook, and Frank Bootz, steward assistant. SIU New Orleans Port Agent Joe Perez, who met the vessel upon its call in Violet, La., said crew morale was high after the ship's successful voyage to the Gulf. Bosun Pete Loik heads up the SIU crew aboard the Moku Pahu. copy of a letter issued to the vessel on September 26. In it, Nilsen thanks the "officers and crew of the MV Moku Pahu for the record loading of the vessel during voy­ age 109. We realize this load (38,459 S/T by deadweight survey, 38,523 by scale) represents a new record for both the vessel and the C&H Sugar Refinery. Your efforts are appreciated. Keep up the good work.' The SIU crew was headed by Bosun Pete Loik. He was joined in the deck department by ABs W. Weaver, R. Pacheco and Troy Smith and OS K. Sumiiat and OS Bob Jenkins. The black gang was composed of QMED Woodrow Heslip and Dayman Steve Dupre. Sailing in the galley were Chief Steward John A. Pratts and Chief Cook Henry Salles. The Moku Pahu carries sugar from Hawaii to Crockett, Calif, for the California and Hawaii Sugar Company. The ITB is 660 feet long. X ii- -'••It- • • Iif" IS ' v X' "'" I • t' • .AXA mm:"':' I;- i'/VSS • • •- • Stress Is on Membership Services SIU Secretary-Treasurer John Fay (third from left) and Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco (fourth from left) meet with union officials from the Gulf and Midwest regions. The session is part of the union's continuous program to provide the highest quality of service to its membership. Pictured (from left) are New Orleans Port Agent Joe Perez, Mobile Port Agent Dave Carter, Fay, Sacco, Houston Port Agent Jim McGee, Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Byron Kelley and Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Corgey. '"V .V ' ''--xm �•#. •^:••r*^^v simmtiM w i'mu • rtn \ SIU Crew Keeps Tugboat Patriarch Humming or. / • ••••.••... - •.•-• • J. Captain John Payne checks out the bridge before the tug Patriarch tows the barge Jacksonville to Puerto Rico. With two trips weekly between Jacksonviile, Fla. and Puerto Rico, the red stacks of Crowley TMT tugboats are a familiar sight in the St. John's River which bisects the northeast Florida city. The SIUcrewed Patriarch is one of several tugs to make the round trips, which generally run between 11 and 12 days. Chief Mate JRay Alcorn re­ cently told a Seafarers LOG re­ porter that the six-member crew works well with each other. "We've been together for a while and each of us Imows what has to be done," he said before the tug towed the barge Jacksonville into the Atlantic Ocean. One of those who has been working steadily with Crowley is Cook Eduardo Perez The 68year-old stated he enjoys his job too much to even think about retiring. The crewmembers do not want him to leave either because of his good food. Captain John Payne, a 15-year member of the SIU, boasted his crew is among the finest in the Crowley fleet. "They are hard working and there are never any major problems onboard," he said. While the Patriarch and Jack­ sonville sail between New York and Puerto Rico, Crowley crewmembers live around the country. For some SIU men report­ ing to work can take up to a day of transit time. The Patriarch, an Invader-class tug, was built in the mid-1970s by McDermott Shipyard in Morgan City, La. It is 127 feet long and its engine can generate up to 9,000 horsepower. The Jacksonville is a roll-on, roll-off barge. It is 730 feet long and can hold approximately 500 trailers as well as automobiles, heavy machinery and other equip­ ment. Hi®§ ;''|v •.'v./" :- Chief Engineer Willie Pettway climbs out of the engine room after making sure everything is secure for a trip. '•-I AB Britt Vickery Jr. passes a pail of enoine oil to the upper deck. r^j; : .-^iv'' ' • V*:. l;-. AB Gerald Pyatte stows a line before sailing on one of the vessel's two weekly trips to Puerto RICQ, - ' ";•••: ^•.l- ' , :T.: • . . , -".t' Crane Maintenance Is a Must SIU members Jim Dryen (left), Emerson Walker (second fom right) and Roger Cash (right) keep Sea-Land cranes in tip-top shape. In photo above, the crane maintenance electrians talk with SIU Port Agent Don Anderson (second from left) who works out of the Wilmington, Calif, union hall. ^ ^ -i-'':;T Cook Eduardo Perez, who recently turn^ 68, says he has not even begun to think about retirement. Chief Mate Ray Alcorn oversees de­ parture operations from the deck of the Patriarch. �mmBCR 1990 'Good Crew' Smooths Cape Flattery Trip to Gulf w •' '•;• '..v' r-^ «<»:• Bosun JackKingsley's firsttrip to the Middle East aboard the Cape Flattery reminded him of voyages he made at the beginning of his 24-year career with the SIU. Kingsley made several supply runs to Viemam during that con­ flict, He compared the present ef­ forts to those in the '60s and '70s. "It's about the same," he recalled. "At least in 'Nam you could go ashore. There are no facilities for that in the Persian Gulf." Kingsley, who has been sailing as a bosun for 16 years, had noth­ ing but praise for his crew. "It was a good trip with a good crew," he told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG while the ship was anchored near Norfolk, Va. "We had no major problems onboard." Five Day Breakout The bosun noted the ship did have its problems before it could sail. The vessel, the old Delta Line Del Norte, had been in mothballs for seven years. He noted drainage did not work properly, the galley had to serve boxed meals for sev­ eral days before getting the ovens and steamers working and the air conditioning did not operate cor­ rectly. "These were minor prob­ lems that we were able to fix. We still got her operating in five days, thanks to the hard work of the members." This was verified by Chief Mate Jerry Jones, an SIU hawsepiper who graduated from the Lundeberg School in 1973. "They did a great job of getting the ship ready," Jones added. The bosun, who sails from San Francisco, said his members han­ dled the longshore work in the Middle East. "We did all the lash­ ing and unlashing. The deck crew took care of everything. We were able to turn around in six days," he said. AB Charles Simmons, like many of the others onboard, could not say enough about Bosun Kingsley. "He is the best bosun in the fleet," the deck department member stated. "The crew got along great. There was no measure of problems. He was able to handle anything." Simmons, who had been sailing inland before volun­ teering to help the cause, noted the bosun took the time to work with the ordinary seamen aboard. "He teaches the ordinaty seamen how to tie knots and splice." Safe at Sea He said the crewmembers were not worried about being attacked while at sea. All of them reported the military had done a good job training them on how to wear nerve gas protection masks and suits. TTie crew watched training films supplied by the military on the pro­ cedure. But, as Kingsley told the members, "you are better protected here than if you were at home. The Air Force is overhead, there are warships all around and they are not going to let their supply lines get cut." One of the highlights of the 51day voyage was being able to help the troops on the Persian Gulf docks, according to the crewmembers. "While they were onboard, we would show diem movies and let them enjoy the air conditioning," said Simmons, who is from Mo­ bile, Ala. Chief Steward Richard Ward of Jacksonville, stayed busy helping the troops. "We were feeding more than 30 soldiers at each meal," said Ward. "They were eating out of those little packages and they wanted some good home-cook­ ing." 'Best Feeder' Ward, a 10-year member of the SIU, said the whole crew pitched in to help the male and female sol­ diers who are stationed along the docks in the Persian Gulf. "Al­ though we (the crewmembers) were restricted to the docks, the Army and Coast Guard persormel came onboard and called us the best feeder that had come to the dock," he boasted. "The old man did not mind because all of us wanted to help." While Ward was talking. Stew­ ard Assistant John Foster demonstrated how long the line sometimes got on the LASH ves­ sel. "It would go from the galley itself all the way to the stairs (about 30 feet);" said Foster, who also It Is a Small World While talking with the soldiers, Simmons ran into the nephew of a good friend from Mobile. "I'll be seeing his uncle soon to let him know his nephew is doing fine." The galley gang, headed by SA John Foster of Mobile and Chief Steward Richard Ward of Jacksonville review the day's menu. I f ^ AB Ed Brinn of Mobile reflects on his trip to the Persian Gulf. sails from Mobile. Chief Cook Ruperto Ri­ vera Jr., who ships out of S a n t u r c e, P.R., said the troops were "most appre­ ciative. We let them use the showers, wash their clothes and fed them. We Oiler Norm Israel dis­ opened extra cusses a welfare situa­ rooms for tion at the meeting. them. The women sol­ diers were especially appreciative. Some had gone three weeks without a fresh­ water shower." The Cape Flattery, which is op­ erated by EMC, crewed in Mobile before sailing to Wilmington, N.C. to load cargo for the military. As a LASH vessel, it carries barges to onload and offload cargo when it is unable to dock at a port. This was ship's first trip to the Persian Gulf during the present crisis. "L B ..s-. ',•- t;'-V . -^ .r- • • Bosun Jack Kingsley (left) presents Baltimore Port Agent Nick SIU members from the Cape Flattery discuss what Kratsas with the crew list while Chief Cook Ruperto Rivera Jr., they will do in town aboard a launch heading away Jacksonville Patrolman Anthony McQuay and OS All All watch. from the vessel towards the city of Norfolk. Crewmembers grab a last look at the Cape Flattery before hitting the beach and enjoying some rest and recreation. • 'a jw • •.'"i ' *•>•. • i , AB Charles "Peanuts" Sim­ mons of Mobile inspects one of the lines aboard ship. Oiler Andre Srhith of Norfolk AB William Capps of Jackson­ prepares to make his rounds ville grabs a cup of coffee dur­ in the vessel's engine room. ing a shipboard meeting. Payoff is completed and the crew heads for the beach after the 51-day voyage to the Middle East. The general feeling among the crew was it had been a good trip. • • 'j �SUFARCRS LOG ?^!jS;:-, • 'l. r; . - . •^.. Jf-.' • •'""•"•"•• • • " 1^'- :?' ^ • • • , •. (ii •I' •3 I-': r • i • % .: "A AT&T Cable Ship Crew ffosfs SlU HQ Employees Five employees representing different components of the union's membership services pro­ gram spent a day onboard the SIUcontracted C.S. Long Lines, which was docked in Baltimore, Md. after a trip to the Persian Gulf. The trip to the Long Lines vessel was de­ signed to give headquarters per­ sonnel a first-hand look at the work SIU members do on a day-to-day basis. The five staff members, Peggy Chaney, Matthew Bowman, Linda Hartnett, Cindy Swoope and Bev­ erly Gorman, were met by Chief Steward Ken Rosiek, who gave them a tour of the vessel. Owned by Transoceanic Cable Ship Company, Inc., a subsidiary of AT&T, the C.S. Long Lines is the largest of the world's commer­ cial cable ships—almost as long as two football fields end-to-end. It is among the few cable ships capable of laying new installation and per­ forming cable repairs at sea. The five headquarters employ­ ees join a long list of guests who have toured the vessel. "We're all veiy proud to be working onboard this ship," said Rosiek. "It's a real showcase for the company. We re­ cently hosted a reception for the Supreme Court." Rosiek broke the tour down into five separate parts. First, he demonstrated how cable is stored, laid and repaired. iHe then gave a brief rundown on the vessel's history and its physical layout. The headquarters employees were then shown the living and recreational facilities onboard the vessel. This was followed by a lun­ cheon prepared and served by the SIU members of the steward de­ partment onboard the vessel. The headquarters employees reported the food was "delicious." Chief Steward Ken Rosiek shows the SIU headquarters employees around the C.S. Long Lines vessel. And last, but not least, was a fire and lifeboat drill. Although the SIU employees had to leave the vessel for the drill, which is re­ quired by Coast Guard regulations, they got to view it from the dock. "I really hope the union runs more programs like this," said SIU headquarters employee Linda Hartnett. "It really gave me a better understanding of the member­ ship," said her co-worker, Beverly Gorman. fired on and sustained at least one dead. I was on one of the last ships going out before they closed the port. We had passen­ gers onboard. We were ^1 in dan­ ger. Any of us could have taken fire. Mike Phillips, QMED —Ab­ solutely. Their lives were in danger for the sake of the fight­ ing forces. They volunteered for that dangerous service. I believe they are as enti­ tled as the people in Ae military. John Owen, Able Bodied Seaman — Well, yes, be­ cause the dan­ ger in certain areas was there. J. C. "Rabbi" Cohen, OMU Definitely, absolutely. Let's put it this way. American seamen carry all the supplies. We supply the Armed Forces. We lost seamen in both Korea and Viemam. Cargo Preference Remains Intact SIU headquarters employees get a view from tfie bridge. They are, from the left, Beverly Gorman, Linda Hartnett and Cindy Swoope. The SIU headquarters employees watch the fire and boat drill from the dock. ''m^- Fernando Valley, pantryman Question: Do you think mer­ chant mariners who sailed in war zones during the Korean and Vietnamese conflicts should gain veteran's status? (Asked of SIU members at the union hall in Seattle, Wash.) Jimmie Weed, Chief Cook • Yes. I was on ships earning ammunition going into Sai­ gon. We were under fire and had to carry soldiers onboard. They found a lot of mines around our ships in Viemam. Bob Dawson, Able Bodied Seaman — They might as well have it. It won't hurt any­ body. I was in the Navy in WWII in the Pa­ cific theater. Harry Jones Jr., Chief Stew­ ard — Yes. I re­ member going into Vietnam. I was on the M.M. Dent going up the river. The ship before us was Robert Trotman, baker Winchell Saunders, steward utility Continued from page 3 $116 million was allocated for the difference in cost between ship­ ping on a foreign-flag ship and an American-flag vessel. During the battle to retain cargo preference, members from both political parties stood up for the American merchant marine. Con­ gressman John Miller (R^Wash.) stated those seeking to use foreignflag vessels because they are cheaper should consider "if we want to free our aid program firom all preferences and subsidies. I think it should be donp on an across-the-board basis." Con­ gressman Robert Torricelli (DN.J.) wondered "how American agriculture, the recipient of billions of dollars of direct and indirect as­ sistance, can justify its unrelenting attacks on another industry which receives a mere fraction of what agriculture is given by the Ameri­ can taxpayer." The House version of the farm bill reached the floor in late July. By a vote of 283 to 80, the House of Representatives adopted a rule preventing the introduction of any amendments eliminating or weak­ ening cargo preference. Agribusiness-aligned senators continued to try to kill cargo pref­ erence despite being routed almost 2 to 1 each time one of their amend­ ments was open to a vote. First, a bill by Steven Symms (R-Idaho) allowing the secretary of agriculmre to waive cargo preference in certain instances was shot down 62-34. Next, Grassley used an article from the Seafarers LOG on the floor of the Senate. The Iowa Re­ publican attempted to portray the SIU's new three-year standard a^eement as providing exorbitant raises for seafarers. Grassley's at­ tack resulted in a vigorous counter­ attack by supporters of U.S.-flag shipping. Senator Barbara Mikulski (DMd.) said, "I am for those heroes in dimgarees in peacetime, as I am in wartime." Daniel K. Inouye CDHawaii) noted how strange it would be for "grain grown on American soil, paid for by Ameri­ can taxpayers, (to be) carried on a Communist ship and shipped to Africa." Senator Thad Cochran (R-Miss.) asked why the United States should "start tampering with this section of the bill and try to improve upon an agreement that really is working very well for American agriculture and the U.S. maritime industries and our customers all over the world." Grassley tried again. Employ­ ing a new tact, he offered an amendment to limit the rate that could be charged by U.S.-flag ves­ sels carrying government-gener­ ated agricultural commodities. A total of 62 senators voted to table that amendment while 30 voted in favor, thus killing the proposal. In addition to his efforts to at­ tach an anti-cargo preference amendment just as the farm bill was being wrapped-up last month, during the budget reconciliation process, Grassley tried to impose a user fee on U.S.-flag ships carrying government-donated cargoes. His furtive assault was caught by promaritime senators and eliminated. �• „ .-vVi' ! >.v . NOVCMBIR 1990 •iu u '"J Another meal is ready to be eaten as Porter Ahmed Nasser passes It to a hungry crewmember. Deckhand Abdo Fotalh secures a line before moving to his next assignment. A' Awaiting orders for his next assignment •sWii is Wiper Robert Manke. Deckhand Yehia Saeed inspects a line aboard the vessel. port agent. "There is rarely a prob­ lem onboard." Showing his dedication in an­ other way is Craig Fitzhugh, a gateman aboard the McCarthy. He is the fourth generation in his fam­ ily to sail on the Great Lakes. Fitzhugh told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG that sailing just came naturally when he signed on in 1978. He had not given any other profession much of a thought. "My father (Lee) just retired," said the 13-year SIU member. "He sailed in the deck department on car ferries since the '50s."Both the black gang member and the Mc­ Carthy have been plying the Lakes for almost the same number of years. The ASC bulker came out of the shipyard the year before Fitzhugh signed on with the union. The McCarthy is a self-unloader designed to carry coal from Supe­ rior, Wis. to Detroit Edison's Belle River electric power facility near St. Clair, Mich. The round trip across L^es Superior and Huron takes five and a half days. The ship can carry up to 68,000 tons of coal. It was renamed earlier this year in honor of a retired member of the Detroit Edison's board of direc­ tors, Walter J. McCarthy Jr. T-"' • n.:- .jm. Gateman Craig Fitzhugh (left) and Conveyorman Abdo Yahya inspect the control board in the McCarthy's slough room. Ithough the name of the vessel _^may have changed, the loymty Ity o of the Walter J. McCarthy Jr.'s crew has remained a constant. The Seafarers who ply the Great Lakes aboard the American Steamship Company's (ASC) self-unloader tend to stay aboard once they sign on. In fact, many of the McCarthy's permanent crewmembers have been sailing on the ship since her first season of operation. Among those who have been shipping since the beginning, when the bulker was Imown as the Belle River, are Wheelsmen Rodney Schule and John Litersky, Watchman .John Clark, Deck­ hands Abdo Fdtaih and Yehia Saeed, QMED Edward Brink and Porter Ahmed Nasser. Bosun Michael SchafT noted the crewmembers are a great bunch with whom to work. "We have been together for some time," said Schaff, who has served since 1987 as bosun on the McCarthy. The former ASC mariner of the year pointed out that this helps to make the McCarthy one of the better ships on the Lakes. "These guys are great," said Jack Allen, the union's Algonac . i :Y,i • r'.' •f:' •• % b;.Watchman Lloyd Rockwell (left) and Bosun Mike Schaff conduct a safety inspection of a flare and pistol box on the McCarthy. •i; •:|i QMED John Perry checks the oil in an engine to keep it operating at peak efficiency. ^ •; -j't 1 fiI Seafarers Rally In Detroit, New York • f J" •7 • .•7.7-r SIU members (from the left) Tim Kelley, Richarc rd Gimpel and Bill Watson join 200 union brothers and sisters, marching in support of striking Greyhound bus driv­ ers in Detroit, Mich. " ••"4. 41. - "v'.-l -' "iv- • ' "(i- mi' V- 7 m-. Second Cook Mosid Elgarmi receives his SIU book from Algonac Port Agent Jack Allen during a shipboard union meeting. . Joining in the rally to have the Navy build a homeport in New York on Staten Island are SIU members (from the left) Ed Doruth, Pat Lavin, Charlie DiCanio and Jack Marcario. The deck of the Walter J. McCarthy Jr., ^formerly the Belle River, as viewed • ved fr from the vessel's bridge. • * ' J >7 ;v:-. ' • •' m: 7':,7|7 . • -.t# mm M •r=- �7r:f.:r:':;: !•> jj.' Iw i;•:.'.' (I -•: S'r.. . f." " •• • •?C-* - ; • r •• •. •I'-- SEAFARCRS LOG 10 SlU Gov't Services Division Crew Rescues 45 Fiiipine Fishermen were put in the custody of the local Crewmembers aboard the USNS Ponchatoula, one of the oil­ ers in the Pacific-assigned fleet of the Military Sealift Command (MSG), helped 45 Filipino fisher­ men reach safety last month after their outriggered craft was ren­ dered useless by giant South China Sea waves. According to press reports, the USNS Ponchatoula, which is manned by members of the SIU's Government Services Division, was dispatched to rescue the fish­ ermen after a U.S. Navy plane spotted the 90-foot Sto. Nino Glo­ ria about 200 miles from the Phil­ ippine coast. Five fishermen were reported missing after the USNS Pon­ chatoula conducted a painstaking search of the area. The survivors government in the liberty town of Olongapo. One of the survivors, a 14-yearold, said the missing fishermen were on a smaller vessel that had originally been towed by the Sto. Nino Gloria, but the line had been severed and they had lost sight of the craft. The fishing vessel sprang a number of leaks and the engine gave out. The 14-year-old survivor said the fishermen had scooped water out of the boat with a pail and had not eaten for two days. The SlU-crewed USNS Pon­ chatoula attempted to tow the fish­ ing vessel, but the rope snapped and the broken-down craft sa^. SIU Training School Activities Sealift Instructor Becomes Tug Captain f In the photo at left, Jeff Swanson (right), sealift crane instructor at the Lundeberg School, recently received his captain's license for master of vessels of not more than 100 tons from the U.S. Coast Guard. Swanson will operate the school's tug Little Toot which is used for sealift training in search and rescue procedures. He is congratulated by fellow sealift instructors Bill Hellwege (left) and Jim Currie. •.I<• :fr- •1. Lundeberg Students Promote Knot-Tying The ancient, but still valuable art of knot-tying is demonstrated by Lundeberg School students David Beck (left) and Armando Rodriguez. Beck and Rodriguez demonstrated their mariners' skills for the public during a St. Mary's County fair held near the school's base at Piney Point, Md. New York Daily News Workers on Strike After Months of Employer Provocation The 3,000 workers who produce the nation's second largest newspaper hit the bricks late last month after being pummeled wiA management-ini­ tiated harassment tactics for 10 straight months. The Neiv York Daily News employees on strike are represented by the Newspaper and Mail Deliverers Union, Graphic Communications Local IP, Printing Pressmen Local 2, Paper Handlers Local 1, Stereotypers Local 1, Mailers Local 6, Machinists Local 434, Electrical Workers Local 3 and Newspaper Guild Local 3. The strike began in the early moming of October 25 when a Daily News supervisor insisted a deliverer with a knee injury be suspended for not standing while working. A union business agent, who attempted to resolve the dispute, was thrown out of the plant. When 30employees from the plant followed the business agent and the injured worker out of the plant. News management ordered the remaining drivers to vacate the building and then barred the entire crew from re-entering. Within minutes the company had replacement drivers at the plant, confirming union suspicions that the News had spent a year making strike preparations. Since the beef began, the News has managed to put out a paper, but it is a shell of its former self. The News reportedly is giving away tens of thousands of papers, and homeless men and women have been attempting to "sell" each issue. Meanwhile, the entire labor movement has rallied around the News strikers. Advertisers and home subscribers have been canvassed by News workers and allied unionists to cancel subscriptions to the scab paper. i i i Johnny Johnston Gives Out'Manitou'Photos SIU Pensioner Johnny Johnston who, along with retired member Winiam Drew, is refurbishing President John F. Kennedy's former yacht the Manitou, presents SIU President Sacoo with a photo of the vessel. Johnston and Drew, who are year-round residents at Rney Point are restoring the famous presidential yacht now owned by foe Lundeberg School. . East and Gulf Coast Longshoremen Negotiate New Master Contract The Intemational Longshoremen's Association (ILA), representing some 60,000 dock workers on the East and Gulf coasts, reached a tentative accord with waterfront shipping companies earlier this month. The collec­ tive bargaining agreement, if ratified by the ILA's membership, will go into effect on November 30. The tentative contract calls for wages to rise $1.00 an hour annually in four steps. The current three-year agreement, which was negotiated in 1986, froze wages for two years. ^ ^ Final Federal Budget Package Includes Higher Tax Rate on Rich The budget package passed by Congress and signed by President Bush late last month included a number of key provisions sought by the American labor movement. Specifically, the AFL-CIO, the federation of national unions representing all varieties of workers, had urged an increase on the tax rate paid by the wealthiest Americans. Earlier attempts to enact a national budget had kept the lower tax rate for the rich. The final budget raises the marginal tax rate for wealthy Americans from 28 percent to 31 percent and phases out personal exemptions for individuals earning $100,(K)0 a year or for couples with a combined income of$150,(X)0. While there had been talk of delaying unemployment benefits for two weeks during the early-October budget negotiations, the final package ensiu-ed that there will be no detaining of such payments. i i 4> Labor Secretary Elizabeth Dole Resigns ii:' -- ''•'A ";. Labor Briefs •s- The highest ranking woman in the cabinet of President Bush resigned last month from her post as Secretary of Labor to assume the top post at the American Red Cross. AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland said, upon the announcement of Elizabeth Dole's decision, "The AFL-CIO wishes Mrs. Dole well as she enters the private sector. She was a good Secretary of Labor who did her best to represent working people and their unions in a Repub­ lican administration." Looking back over her two-year tenure as Labor Secretary, Dole said she had tried to use the agency to provide people with the job skills needed to secure employment. She also emphasized her record promoting safety procedures in the work place. She hoped the department's initiatives in such areas as repetitive motion injuries and construction safety would continue. Dole has worked to eradicate child labor practices and turned the full force of her agency on tracking down violators of laws devised to protect young people from unscrupulousemployers. Although Dole refused labor's appeals to intervene in the bitter Eastern and Greyhound strikes, she did play a role in the Pittston coal beef and was instrumental in helping resolve the labor/management conflict. i i i Eastern's Machinists Await News On Company's Financial Condition The Machinists, who have been on strike against Eastern Airlines since then-owner Frank Lorenzo locked them out in March 1989, are awaiting the federal bankruptcy court's decision on the company's ability to continue ^ a viable entity. Lorenzo, who bailed out as head of the troubled airline, had filed for protection against creditors in bankruptcy court shortly after the strike began. �NOmUteR 1990 77 Ten Veteran Bosuns Hone Seamanship Skills Ten bosuns graduated this month from the union's intensive training program designed to up­ date seamanship skills, provide leadership training and improve flrst aid and safety procedures. The newly recertified bosuns studied at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship for six weeks. They worked on such deck skills as splicing and knot tying, sessions in which they shared their knowledge with train­ ees. The ten received training in the school's new oil spill prevention and containment course. They travelled to the University of Maryland firefighting center in LaPlata for a hands-on refresher course. They met with union offi­ cials to be briefed on contract and welfare procedures as well as leg­ islative matters. They also worked in classroom settings to improve their communication and leader­ ship skills. "I appreciate the union provid­ ing me Ae opportunity to upgrade my sea-going skills," Dana M. Cella of the port of Seattle said at the graduation ceremony during the November membership meet­ ing at Piney Point, Md. "1 have broadened my knowledge of the sea through academic and practical classes, making myself and the -union more marketable to the in­ dustry. I am proud to be a member of this organization — the SIU." Many of the new recertified bo­ suns addressed their graduating re­ marks to the trainees and the need to keep learning. "Since I have been a member of the Seafarers Union, they have im- The 10 graduates from the recent bosun recertification class at the Lundeberg School include (front row, left to right) George Cruz, Kadir Amat, William Penney Jr., Al HJtt, (back row) Dana Cella, Harold Eady, John Schoenstein, Benedict Born, Robert Shaw Jr. and Charles Kahl. pressed upon me the importance of education and taking advantage of the opportunities of the Lundeberg School," said Al HItt from Nor­ folk, Va. "Education is the key to success as a member of the Seafar­ ers Union and an educated mem­ bership will ensure our success as a union. I encourage the member­ ship to take advantage of the edu­ cational courses." "I have enjoyed the classes and teachers and they have done a heck of a job with us," noted William Penney Jr. of New Orleans. "I would like to see a lot of these youngsters do the same as we've done. Keep working at it and take care of these jobs." After thaniung the SIU's execu­ tive board as "being the most capa­ ble union officials any labor union could ask for," Robert Shaw Jr. from New York called his fellow union members "some of the best seamen in the world. You trainees, get out there and become the same diing. Do the best you can and you'll make out all right. You will make good lives for yourselves and your families." A number of the bosuns began their careers in the entry rating pro­ grams at the Lundeberg School. John Schoenstein of San Fran­ cisco reflected on his first experi­ ence there. "Back in 1967, when I was a trainee, I was mixing cement for sidewalks around here when things got really moving. Thanks to (San Francisco Port Agent) Nick Celona for getting me back to school. I love everything that's gone on around here. I urge the trainees to upgrade as soon as you can. It is a great school." Kadir Amat from New York urged the young SIU recruits to "hang in there, upgrade and one day you will be where I'm at." The bosuns' curriculum in­ cluded the study of the SIU's his­ tory and the tradition and practices of the trade union movement. The solidarity of the SIU and its mem­ bers was expressed by an 18-year veteran of the deck department, George L. Cruz, also from the port of New York, who proclaimed he was "very proud to be a member of this union. I've gotten this far and want all of you to do the same. Keep going because we are fam­ ily." Twenty-seven-year member Harold Eady of Houston told the members, "I have never felt better about the union than-1 do today. We are definitely on the upswing." Both Charles Kahl and Bene­ dict Born, like all the others, thanked the faculty and staff of the school for all they did for the bo­ suns. "I appreciate the opportunity to be here," said Kahl of New Or­ leans. "Let's keep up the good work." Houston's Bom stated he "re­ ally enjoyed the school and urged others to attend to upgrade." SIU President Michael Sacco told the group he was proud of their accomplishments. "This graduating class is particularly special to me. Five guys in this group were trainees here at the school when I was their union ed teacher." Sacco also noted a mem­ ber of Amat's family has been in the union since its founding. The Lundeberg School's bosun recertification progi^ is a good example of what ^s union is all about, Sacco said. "We empha­ size quality seamanship, trained men and women who can man today's complicated vessels," he continued. "Good friends and union brothers, we know what we're all about and what we've got to do." ^ • '' ' "• •• "v.- ' ' .'I'"' ' .J ". Jii. •• j'v-' T, V-'- V- • •v I'-. • v.:. - • -v'" • --I •• •! . • js.": .r i • • : -f • • :• ••-'H • i:: ' Al HItt maneuvers a forkllft around barrels during seallft training. . •- Boat handling skills of the bosuns are demonstrated as instructor Bill Hellwege rege (left) (left works with Charles Kahl, Bill Penney, Ben Born and Dana Cella. • '.V ;• li'- "He ain't heavy, he's my brother" may be on the mind of Benedict Born, the largest member of the class, as he gives George Cruz, the smallest member, a lift. In photo at right, the bosuns, on a trip to Washington, D.C., re­ view the union's legislative goals with Frank Pecquex, a Washing­ ton representative for the Seafar­ ers International Union. • With bosuns Kadir Amat and Charles Kahl working from the deck and John Schoenstein viewing from the dock, trainees practice their skills in bosuns' chairs. . V �wLjiBM £ -. .y-:-r^-| .' 12 .•.•i.',-Vfff«^?V-jhi97;'- '' f'TC'.'^r''^-'^ -'/ ' -'t-' •'' ''•." " '^''' ' SSAFAimiOO "" Laupati, Van Scoy, Villanueva alley Make APL's JFK a 'Happy Ship' HI Lid l' ?• .• '• . !• . • A Clean Galley Overseas Ohio Chief Steward Grant Marzett (left) and Chief Cook Lee Perales are pictured in their spotless galley. Brother Marzett provided the above photo to the Seafarers LOG. •!-. The galley gang of the President Kennedy gets high marks in the areas of food preparation, serving style, sanitation and organization not only from fellow crewmembers but also from the Japan­ ese government which recently issued the vessel a sanitary certifi­ cate with a rating of 100 percent. In a report to the Seafarers LOG, Pieter Boele, the master of the American President Lines vessel, said Steward Lou E. Laupati, Chief Cook Kirk L. Van Seoy and Assistant Cook/GSU Ernie S. Villanueva provide their ship­ mates with "imaginative, variable menus and exceptionally prepared nutritional food." Brothers Laupati, Van Scoy and Villanueva, all members of the SIU's Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, prepare and serve excellent food "consistently and cost effectively," continued Captain Boele whose words were echoed by every crewmember. The issuance of a Japanese San­ itary Certificate with a rating of 100 percent, the highest mark a ship can receive, after a close in­ spection of the galley and food storage areas, made the entire crew complemoit proud of their steward department Also notewalhy, said " L ./f ,i 0 ' ' * • 'I' The President Kennedy galley gang receives rave reviews from fellow crewmembers on the quality of the food served aboard the ship. Pictured above are SlU members Steward Lou E. Laupati, Chief Cook Kirk L. Van Scoy and Assistant Cook/GSU Ernie S. Villanueva. the President Kennedy's master, is the manner in which Laupati, Van Scoy and Villanueva work so well together and exhibit positive atti­ tudes. "It is a pleasure going through the chow line and watch­ ing them work, always having a smile and a kind word for every­ body," reported Captain Boele. TTie caliber of work put forth by the three steward department members make them "a credit to the SIU Union, ship and company. Through their fine efforts and ded­ ication the JFK is a happy ship," the master concluded. Holiday Baking and a Healthy Diet Are Compatible :l' t. ^.,>S:Vv;;-:;^^..:'; ;v '7^c: ./• V. v Baked goods need not overload an individual's diet with fat, sugars or sodium, teach the Lundeberg School culinary instructors to SIU steward department members who are upgrading their cooking skills at the union's training facil­ ity. The Lundeberg School steward curriculum observes dietary standards prepared by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Human Nutrition Information Service. With the November, December and January holidays around the comer, SIU stewards and cooks can prepare all of the traditional breads, biscuits, rolls, muffins, waffles cakes, cookies and pies in a way that boosts a healthy diet. Starch and fiber, which are necessary items in a well-balanced diet, can be obtained in most baked goods. However, such staples can also have high contents of fat, sugars and sodium — all substances that should be consumed in mod­ eration to maintain a healthful diet and good nutrition. To help the union's galley gang produce healthy baked goods, a series of cooking tips for maintaining flavor and reducing fat, sugars and sodium levels are printed with this article. The tips were compiled from U.S. Department of Agriculture pamphlets. Seafarers, in watching what they eat, should be aware that the amount of fat most nutrition authorities recommend is no more than 30 to 35 percent of total calories. For example in a diet of 1,500 daily calories, 50-58 grams of fat should be consumed. In a daily diet of 2,500 calories, 83-97 grams of fat meets the 30 to 35 percent goal. The intake of sodium should also be moni­ tored by Seafarers in the interests of maintaining a healthy diet. While sodium is a mineral re­ quired to maintain body fluids and proper nerve functions, most Americans consume more than they need. The National Research Council of the National Academy of Sciences suggests a safe and adequate range of sodium per day is about 1,100 to 3,300 milligrams for adults. One tea- \ '..M. spoon of salt contains about 2,000 milligrams of sodium. Tips for Baking • Use two egg whites in place of each whole egg in most quick breads, cookies and cakes. • Use low fat (1 percent or 2 percent) milk or skim milk. • Add a small amount of vanilla, cinnamon or nutmeg to sweet baked products to enhance flavor when reducing the sugar content. • Use three tablespoons cocoa in place of each ounce of baking chocolate. If fat is needed to replace the fat in chocolate in baked goods, use one tablespoon or less of a vegetable oil or a margarine in which the first ingredient on the label is a liquid oil (as opposed to a hydrogenated fat). Tips for Reducing Sugar • Use Vi cup sugar per cup of flour in cakes. (Cakes with less sugar may be more like a quick bread than a cake.) • Use one tablespoon sugar per cup of flour in muffins and quick breads. • Use only one teaspoon sugar per cup of flour in yeast breads. Tips for Reducing Fat • The minimum amoimt of fat for muffins, quick breads and biscuits is one to two table­ spoons per cup of flour. • Some yeast breads, such as English muf­ fins and French bread, can be made without any fat. • The minimum amount of fat for cakes is two tablespoons per cup of flour. • Soft drop cookies generally contain less fat thai! crisp rolled cookies. The fat level can usually be adjusted to two tablespoons per cup of flouri Lowering the fat too much in rolled cookies can make a dough that is difficult to roll out. Hps for Reducing Sodium (Sodium is a part of salt and most leavening agents, baking soda and baking powder). • Use VA teaspoon salt per cup of flour in yeast breads. (In yeast breads, salt helps to con­ trol the action of yeast.) ' • Use only haif the amount of salt called for in baked products other than yeast breads. • Use 1Vi teaspoons baking powder per cup of flour in biscuits, muffms or waffles. • Use one teaspoon baking powder per cup of flour in cakes. Try this recipe for whole-wheat commeal muf^s. / Yields: 32 muffins Per serving: Calories Total fat Cholesterol Sodium Yellow commeal, degerminated White-wheat flour Sugar Baking powder Salt Skim milk Oil Whole-Wheat Cornmeai Muffins 135 4 grams 35 milligrams 146 milligrams 2% cups 2^ cups 4 tablespoons 2 tablespoons and 2 teaspoons 1/2 teaspoon 2% cups VScup Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Grease 8 muffin tins or use p£q)er liners. Mix dry ingre­ dients throroughly. Mix milk, egg and oil. Add to dry ingredients. Stir until dry ingredients are barely moistened. Batter will be lumpy. Fill mufiin tins two-thirds fiill. Bake until lightly browned—about 20 minutes. �To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names ofSIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. m' fW^he Seafarers Pension Plan an• nounces the retirement of ten members this month. Eight of those retiring sailed in the deep sea divi­ sion and the remaining two shipped in the inland sector. Six of the retiring members took advantage of the educational oppor­ tunities afforded them at the Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md. to upgrade their ratings. They were Richard R. Adamson, George W. Gibbons, Richard C. Maddox, Robert G. Mamero, Olman Morales and Julian E. Primero. Brother Adamson has been with the union longer than any of the other retirees. He signed on with the SIU in January 1946. Brief biographical sketches of these and the other retiring Seafarers follow: DEEP SEA RICHARD R. ADAMSON, 62, joined the Seafar­ ers in January 1946 in the port of New York. Bom in Fort Lee, N.J., Brother Ad­ amson sailed in the engine depart­ ment and upgraded his rating at the Lundeberg School in 1977. He was presented with a safety award for his part in making the SS Hurricane an accident-free vessel during the first half of 1960. He calls Pembroke Pines, Fla. home. GEORGE W. GIBBONS, 63, joined the SIU in February 1947 in the port of Balti­ more. The New York City native shipped in the steward department. He upgraded to recertified steward in 1982 at Piney Point Brother Gibbons resides in Flushing, N.Y. RICHARD C. MADDOX, 65. joined the union in August 1965 in the port of Tampa, Fla. He Was bom in Fort Meade, Fla. Brother Maddox upgraded his deck department rating in 1978 at the Lundeberg School. He makes his home in Houston. ROBERT G. MARRERO, 67, joined the Seafarers in October 1960 in his native New York. The steward department member upgraded sev­ eral times, reaching the rating of re­ certified steward in 1983 at Piney Point. He has retired to Long Beach, Calif. OLMAN MORALES, 75, joined the SIU in June 1946 in the port of Baltimore. Bom in Escazu, Costa Rica, he shipped in the black gang and upgrad^ to QMED in 1975 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Mo­ rales calls San Francisco home. JULIAN E. PRI­ MERO, 65, joined the union in June 1971 in the port of Seat­ tle. A native of the Philippine Is­ lands, he sailed in the steward department. Brother Pri­ mero upgraded his rating in 1977 at Piney Point. He lives in Seattle. • VINCENT ROMAN, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in March 1968 in the port of New York He was bom in Ponce, P.R. and shipped in the steward department. Brother Roman makes his home in Playa Ponce, Puerto Rico. OLIVER TRAWICK,69, joined the SIU in December 1947 in the port of New Orleans. The Alabama na­ tive served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. Brother Trawick sailed in the deck depart­ ment before he retired to Hamilton, Ala. INLAND JAMES D. COLLIER, 64, joined the union in August 1963 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. A native of Texas, he sailed in the deck depart­ ment as a captain. Boatman Collier lives in Pascagoula, Miss. ROBERT R. MASON, 62, joined the Seafarers in May 1961 in the port of Philadelphia. He was bom in Maryland and served in the deck de­ partment as a captain. Boatman Mason resides in Fmitland, Md. Donate old union materlaiSH-handbiils, back issues of the LOG and other items to the union's archives. Send materials to the Seafarers LOG for cataloguing. Rules Amended to Meet Demands ferExtre Vessel Manning The stepped-up military opera­ tions in the Persian Gulf have in­ creased the demand for Seafarers to man the vessels carrying sup­ plies to the American military forces in that area. All union members and physi­ cally-fit pensioners are urged to register for employment (retirees will be allowed to participate in the activation without interruption of their monthly pension payments). As previously reported in the Seafarers LOG, in order to ensure that all of the union's manning as­ signments are met, the shipping rules were amended in August through an emergency meeting of the Seafarers Appeals Board (SAB). What follows is the complete ruling—^Action 352—^that resulted from the SAB meeting. SAH Action .^52 The Seafarers Appeals Board, acting under and pursuant to the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Union and the various contracted Employers, hereby takes the following action. Whereas, a national emergency exists due to the current situation in the Persian Gulf, and Whereas, various vessels are being activated from the Ready Re­ serve Fleet (RRF), and Whereas, such activation has extremely escalated th& demand for seamen from the Manpower Pool, Therefore, the Shipping Rules shall be amended in the following manner for the duration of the emergency. Rule 2 G 1 which reads as fol­ lows is waived: "G. 1. Seamen with Class 'A' seniority rating, excluding seamen possessing Permanent Status as defined in Rule 5 A 12, shipped, pursuant to these rules, may retain such jobs for one (1) round trip of two hundred and forty (240) days, whichever is longer. At the termi­ nation of such round trip or on the first opportunity following the two hundred fortieth (240th)^y on the job, such seamen shall sign off their vessels, and the vacant job shall be referred to the Union hir­ ing hall." Rule 2 G 3 which reads as fol­ lows is waived: "3. During the period of em­ ployment, Class 'A' seamen after having attained no less than one hundred twenty (120) days of em­ ployment, may request a relief of no less than fifteen (15) days. Transportation expenses, if any, will be borne by the seaman re­ questing the relief and the seaman providing the relief. The two hun­ dred forty (240) day period of em­ ployment, or one (1) round trip, whichever is longer, will be re­ duced by any relief trip taken. Such reliefs can only be re­ quested by seamen aboard vessels located in Continental U.S. ports, Puerto Rico and Hawaii." Rule 2 G 79 which reads as fol­ lows is Waived: "Seamen with Class 'B' senior­ ity ratings, shipped pursuant to these Rides, may retain such jobs for one (1) round trip or one hun­ dred eighty (180) days, whichever is longer. At the termination of such round trip or on the first op­ portunity following the one hun­ dred eightieth (180th) day on the job, such seamen shall sign off their vessels and the vacant job shall be referred to the Union hir­ ing hall." i y m' • ••S-- MM • ^ For the duration of the emer­ gency, Class 'A' seamen shall have the option of remaining aboard in excess of two hundred and forty (240) days. Class 'B' seamen shall have the option of remaining aboard in ex­ cess of one hundred and eighty (180) days. No one is to leave a contracted vessel until properly relieved. W •.ir§ . 'U • -'-yi • sr • fi' i:' All union members currently on the beach, or pensioners interested in playing a role, or inactive Sea­ farers with ratings are urged to contact the nearest SIU hall or manpower office. . The manpower center, which is open 24-hours-a-day, can be reached by dialing 1-800-SEACREW (or 1-800-732- 2739). Questions concerning the SAB ac­ tion can be addressed to the union's contract department at headquaiters. Pensioners Take Note: Increase One In Social Security as of Jan. 1,1991 The 40 million recipients of so­ cial security benefits will get a 5.4 percent raise in payment levels this January as a result of automatic in­ creases triggered by a rise in the nation's cost of living. The 5.4 percent increase is the largest since a 7.4 percent hike back in 1982. Social security recipi­ ents got a 4.7 percent raise in Janu­ ary of this year. To calculate social security in­ creases, the federal government uses the consumer price index, the country's mechanism for tracking -'v costs of consumer goods and ser­ vices, for the quarter ending Sep­ tember 30. The government compares the cost in the same pe­ riod in the previous year. Social se­ curity benefits are then routinely adjusted the following January by the percentage the cost of living went up. Also receiving the 5.4 percent hike are individuals with govern­ ment pensions, retired military per­ sonnel, low income aged, blind and disabled persons receiving federal payments (SSI) and some veterans. A ' 44 . • I't•-" * y"''' " • .• rj'. - m• �Mmmmmm:- 14 Letters to the Editor •% ' Editor's Note: Recently, the LOG has heard from a number of pen­ sioners who have been reminded by events in the Persian Gulf of the vital logistical role the American merchant fleet has in times of na­ tional emergency. This month's "Letters to the Editor" column is dedicated to the thoughts of Broth­ ers Karlak, Cousins, Scaramutze, Rowlee, Gullo and Dunn, all SIU pensioners. ^ ^ Send Interesting Mall to US GIs • ••:M Wouldn't it be just great if the members write to the service mem­ bers out in the Gulf. Many of us have been there and know the con­ ditions they are living under... We have had experiences with mail and are grateful in receiving it knowing there are caring people. [And we have' been] very disap­ pointed when not receiving any. It's not their choosing in being there, [the American GIs are] only serving this country as they are told. Many of us have experiences that can be shared with them. I have started by sending the sports pages of the [world] series and the fight and the back pages of weeks ago. Walter Karlak Woodside Queens, N.Y. until that time, when we shipped on the John L. Sullivan, no man aboard had learned how to splice wire it seemed. But I had figured out how to "snake" the lines through the blocks of the king boom at number two hatch where it was needed... The line had to be threaded through in such a manner as not to have a mistake in the doing, so that heavy deck load cargo could be efficiently handled once we reached port in Liverpool. I realize many ships' crews and their jobs aboard required such ad­ justments on the various voyages which required the "savvy" that I was so happy to have at the time I was called upon to face the "mo­ ment of truth," so to speak, in being able to "deliver the goods" to our men on the fighting fronts at that time. I was a member of our Seafarers Union and sailed aboard our con­ tracted vessels through WWII, the Korean conflict and Vietnam and I tell you brothers, here and now, I think we'd have lost World War11 if it hadn't been for our union and the ability of our crews to "deliver" when called upon and treated fairly while doing so. Clarence L. Cousins Butler, Pa ^ Merchant Marine Should Be Represented on Veterans' Day WWII Seamanship Exploits Recalled by Clarence Cousins I'-V ;•' -my •'• Although the present situation in Iraq seems to be part holy war, part political, and very necessary in some respects, personally I'd like to be involved in my former capac­ ity as a deckhand on merchant slups. I sailed on all types of vessels since 1944 with our union. And before that I took training at good old Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, New York, which was the forerun­ ner of the present training site [at Piney Point]. I was active through WWn, the Korean conflict (socalled) and the Vietnam skirmish, where my son, Bruce, served at the same time on PBR boats of the U.S. Navy... One of my proudest accom­ plishments during World War 11 (the "Big One" as "Archie Bunker" later recalled it) was as an "acting bosun" on the Liberty Ship, John L Sullivan, en route to Liverpool, England during rough weather while running into a storm. The "Old Man" and the Chief Mate in­ quired of me how the deck load might be saved from going over­ board while underway.I had learned from former experience that a runner from the nearest boom need not sit idle when booms were already lowered to the deck and secured. So we borrowed them and ran them through tumbuckles and did the job with just myself and the rest of the deck crew to perform the work as the union would prefer, according to our contract. Another [incident] was that due to our short period of training up I believe it is very important for the U.S. merchant marine to join with our Armed Forces in the Vet­ erans Day march November 11, 1990. We need a large merchant marine in the future—as there will be more tension in the Persian Gulf in the years to come... In World War II, many of the merchant marine seamen manned the 20 millimeter anti-aircraft guns and also cranked up the 20 milli­ meter shells in the canisters and handed them up to the armed guard gun crew while under combat. Our ships were war ships as we had a three-pounder on the bow, big can­ non aft for submarines and anti-aircraft guns on the port and starboard sides. . . Yes, we were merchant marine combat ships. I am 70 years old now and I realize most of the men in the Sea­ farers Union today were not bom, or were just kids, during WWII. Sailing today is great—one man in a room, semi-automated engine departments, a good contract, etc. Years ago, we had three firemen and three oilers in one room. Yes, there is a big change since 1941. What the men went through dur­ ing the war years is the reason we are all free today. So let's not for­ get—733 ships arid 6,000 plus more men lost in combat in the merchant marine. I believe it will give a big boost to the mer;chant marine to have the "veterans" of WWII, Korea and Vietnam participate in the Veter­ ans Day march... Joseph Scaramutze New Orleans, Louisiana "'•'0 '00 0: '- Heart Goes Out to Gulf Seamen I would like to say how much I enjoy the LOG. I read it from cover to cover. Thank you for sending it for so many years. I am sure that anyone that has gone to sea never gets it out of their blood. I feel for the seamen that go to the Persian Gulf. I made many trips there in 1946 and '47. It's not a good place to be. Willard Rowlee Fulton, N.Y. ^ ^ Congress Take Note: Seamen Are Backbone of US Forces I would like to make a sugges­ tion that all senators and congress­ men should get a copy of the Seafarers LOG. It should inform them of a lot of things that they do not know. I think that they should know our position on world affairs. A lot of senators and congress­ men are not informed of the ulti­ mate goals to be recognized as the legitimate rights of Americans. Seamen are the backbone of the Armed Forces... mm 00--. •- William P. Dunn Jr. Sanford, N.C. Washington's Overlooking Of Mercnant Seamen Decried The American merchant mari­ ners who are seamen and who put their lives on the line in all the wars and who were not considered part of the Armed Forces was all wrong. We who sailed in World War 11 got the supplies to all the war zones and to our allies, who were bombed and torpedoed and killed on the ships that went down to the bottom of the seas. And the fight to get us recog­ nized was a long time in coming. Forty-three years later and again we are being called to deliver the goods to the troubled zone. And... putting our lives on the line... It is about time we are thought about in Washington. I^t us let them know we are part of the Armed Forces too. Keep the mer­ chant marine strong, we need it for our defense. And keep us sailing the ships. CORRECTION In the October issue of the Sea­ farers LOG the number of years between elections for officers in the Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and In­ land Waters District was incor­ rectly identified as three. Article XI of the SIU AGLIWD constitution (as amended July 13, 1989) states that elected officers shall hold a term for four years. The error appeared on page 4 in the article on recent appointments to Executive Board vacancies. Seafarers: The LOG is your liaper. Please send in your story Ideas today! Charles J. Gullo San Francisco, Calif. LOG-A-RHYTHM Daddy by Lisa R. Cross (Lisa Cross is the daughter of AB Jimmy Cross who ships out of the port of Houston, Texas.) Hello daddy, are you there? Do you know TII always care? Even though we lost some time, I'm glad you're back, I'm glad you're mine. Your eyes of blue can melt my heart. Your baby's blue while we're apart. Wherever you wander, wherever you go. There's just one thing you should know: If a smile's outside, inside's a frown. If I seem to be up, I'm really down. Because there's one thing I know to be true. No other daddy's as special as you. So when stars are out and the air is still. Do this for me if you will. Pick out a star and tell it "hello," Tell it you're sorry you had to go. "M' Tell it don't cry, you'll come home real soon. Tell it there's shelter under the moon. And while you do this, just think of me, Then turn the star loose, just set it free. I'll catch that star with my broken heart, I'll get your message while we're apart. No one can love you as much as me. My daddy's the best and he always will be. I love you daddy, have I said that before? I love you daddy, there, I've said it once more. So hurry back home, your daughter needs you. And until you return, my world's colored blue. 7Sr^. m " ? • V.' -J'- �NOVEMBER 1990 15 Dispatchers' Report for Daap Saa 0 TOB R -31, 1990 Trip R�lld Port ewYork Ph il d lphia Baltimore N rfol 42 12 9 26 15 II 5 6 9 4 3 2 3 2 3 0 2 10 2 I 2 4 0 7 11 7 10 14 9 Mobile ew Orlean Jacksonville II 12 29 7 12 22 30 21 14 18 II 12 IS 13 26 15 6 22 9 I 0 6 14 I I 27 26 4 11 I I I 13 I 7 6 2 12 5 I .s 2 19 17 4 6 13 4 4 9 9 I 9 12 I 0 0 0 2 5 5 7 6 4 10 3 20 23 13 16 2 10 17 0 0 I 0 I 0 0 2 0 0 I 6 I I 3 I I .s 2 261 I 3 114 195 111 93 28 105 100 0 D PAR Port ewY 22 I 7 Phi ladelphia Baltimore orfi lk 7 I 5 0 4 0 5 9 9 5 25 5 6 13 19 4 II 5 9 4 2 15 7 4 York orfi lk 14 7 4 0 0 3 2 I 6 3 0 11 7 3 6 4 2 31 4 6 5 I 17 2 I 4 2 2 12 10 0 4 2 6 21 0 0 5 2 5 16 4 6 I 0 5 I 2 16 9 10 12 6 3 23 4 4 I I 2 0 I 2 0 I 0 0 7 2 48 24 9 5 60 8 6 II Mo bil e 9 44 5 6 I 0 0 3 I I 6 2 0 0 0 4 0 0 9 2 0 0 2 I I 0 I 5 0 7 I 0 13 5 I 9 0 5 6 21 12 3 6 I 6 0 11 I 2 2 J 3 0 I I 4 .. 2 7 s 6 I 25 7 I 12 3 4 2 73 5 9 0 2 2 4 I 2 2 0 19 0 6 3 4 0 3 I .5 9 0 3 2 7 16 I 3 I 0 0 0 0 0 0 I 0 0 I 7 I 0 4 0 0 2 6 152 56 45 50 30 106 240 82 2 SS 10 22 33 21 22 0 3 I 0 2 25 RTM 19 16 0 21 5 I 0 I 25 6 2 9 2 6 2 I I 0 3 5 6 6 2 3 6 0 6 I II 6 2 10 3 0 3 I 13 23 3 II 0 II 14 .s 9 6 0 3 13 I 2 11 6 .s 0 31 23 7 6 5 0 10 10 II I I 9 9 8 42 I I 16 9 21 24 I 7 0 11 2 4 3 I 7 16 I 3 5 33 116 4 5 7 I 4 2 27 II .s 7 0 6 19 I 2 I 0 0 0 0 2 2 I 6 3 0 30 I 0 2 38 3 327 63 152 179 0 123 273 4 9 480 382 350 JS8 935 528 638 487 • 'T tal R gi tered" mean the n um ber of men wh actuaJly re i tered fi r hipping at the p rt la t month. ••"Regi ter d n th Beach" mean hipping in the month ol October th total numb r down rrom the month or ptember. Or the I 370 j b hipped 480 j I -conlracted d p t were filled by ' B nJorlty mem bers. T were hipped. Ince the trip rdiel program began on on A • ' f men r gi ter d at the port at the nd total of 1,37 r f la t m nth. were hipped bout 35 percent were tak n by 'seniority people. pril 1, 1 nd total of 158 trip relief' jobs 2 a total or 1 ,201 jo ve been Please contact your mother, Margie J. Rhon at 11790 David Court, Largo, FL 34648 .. ROBERT P. PAGE 9 644 THOMAS EDWARD BRYANT ntacl It is urgent th L y u your broth r, J ff, at (301) 71- 3 21 Personals 209 0 79 10 2 191 2 19 II Departmen 4 4 onday. December onday. January I 4 I 0 ���-­ 6 12 ENTRY D P orfolk I 3 Port Phi Bal t i more 9 2 4 6 7 ork lphia 2 0 19 2 ---- 6 3 2 2 7 15 To 3 7 2 Piney Point 24 0 0 Mobile t. 6 2 6 Phi phia Baltimore 2 0 9 7 152 ' Dece•6er & Januarr Al •6ership Meetings; Deep Sea, Laies, Inland Wate11 hipped. 2316. .a:.�w..,.a·ORO Q z Plea cont ct your j ter, Marie Kopple, at (305) 271- 1397. CHAD Hi Chad-Would you pl tell m where Sevierville is lo­ c led? Dick Maley, RR2 Box 1050, Greene, ME 04236. �-.' «<•" SUFARERS lOG 16 Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes CU-Company/Lakes OCT. 1-31, 1990 ' v4"- L—Lakes intemational Union Diretiory NP—Non Priority •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP President Mi^ael Sacco Secretary-Treasurer John Fay Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco Vice President Collective Bargaining Angus "Red" Campbell Vice President Atlantic Coast Jack Caffey Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Corgey Vice President West Coast , George McCartney Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Byron Kelley Vice President Government Services Roy A. "Buck" Mercer TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH Ail Groups All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT •'•- - • • •\- •'SJ^r,-:" 0 43 i; ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 13 2 9 'Ws ;i STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 > 0] ENTRY DEPARTMENT 15 IM 0 0 0 :To 30 '• yj.' # Totals All Departments 0 51 31 0 64 6 0 58 67 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. • . •^I.s.ri;.;', v. - : - '• Dlepatchere' Report for Inland Waters OCTOBER 1-31, 1990 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C • - • i-. ."••fl.'• . '' SS-' Port New York Philadelphia ; Baltimore * Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac |:iSt. Louis Piney Point Totals TOTAL SHIPPED Ail Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port New York * Phjladelphii 'v-. J^ltimore isiorfolk Mobile New Orleans ^ jacksonviileS H ^an Francisco I Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston i f Algonac j St. Louis j Piney Point Totals Port New York - i Philadelphia Baltimore, , Norfolk Mobile New Orleans ; Jacksonville J San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston J Algonac" I St. Louis L_PineY Point HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 ?% (301) 899-0675 •; ALGONAC •: 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, Ml 48001 ' (313) 794-4988 . BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. f Baltimore, MD 21202 (301)327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 636 Cooke St. Honolulu, HI 96813 (808) 523-5434 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. ••JMO Houston, TX 77002 (713)659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Iv.-' Jacksonville, PL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201) 435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 (205) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508)997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 -I (718)499-6600 • ' NORFOLK ^ ^ I 115 Third St. l Norfolk, VA 23510 Pm' (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 1/--. . 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT St. Mary's County Piney Point, MD 20674 (301)994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco. CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809)721-4033 , SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206) 441-1960 t' *" ' ' ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213)549-4000 •' ^' STEWARD DEPARTMENT .~.r4rv 0 0 ";o 0 . 0 ^,0 0 0 0.. 0 0 o; 0 ,4-^^ . 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 fo^ Totals All Departments 70 31 22 37 5 6 171 88 46 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. ^ —— r : 'It'' �Midland and B. John Yeager Crews Keep Eye on River Water Levels Crewmembers aboard the 6,600 horsepower B. John Yeager and the 5,600 horsepower Midland, which have been navigating the Mississippi River towing bulk cargo, are keenly aware that the low-water season is starting for the area below St. Louis, Orgulf Transporta­ tion Co, boatmen, who are represented by the SIU, note that it is around this time of year that navigation on the rivers can get tougher. During the past two years, between November and March, the portion of the Mississippi River where it is joined by the Missouri River south of St. Louis has been low enough that barge movements have been interrupted. The low water levels result from drought conditions on Jessie Sparkman, a deckhand aboard the B. John Yeager, loads the vessel the northem Great Plains which, in tum, reduces the flow of the Missouri River, with material from Orgulf s Moore's Landing facility. The Missouri sometimes contributes as much as 60 percent of the water moving between the river's mouth and Cairo, 111, The drought of 1988 was particularly damaging to the inland water transporta­ tion industry and the boatmen who make a living sailing on Mississippi valley towboats. The extremely low water flows of '88 tied up barge traffic for seven months, resulting in a loss of bil­ lions of dollars to the industry. Aboard Orgulf's Yeager, a 776 gross ton towboat, and Midland, a 596 gross ton tug, crewmembers are confident they can match the challenges of the lowwater season. Meeting with SIU representative Joe Sigler, who works out of the union's St, Louis hall, some of the Orgulf boatmen doubted that this year's water level would get as low as it had in 1988, "That year prepared our boatmen for any­ thing," said Sigler after holding a union meeting with the Midland and Yeager crews at Orgulf's southern fleeting area at Moore's Landing in Wyatt, Mo, •••-•.£ l'* '•'f V filM 1'-^^ • • Midland deckhand Dennis Champion is ready for work. Paul Jackson, a deckhand on the B, John Yeager, takes a coffee break. Lead deckhand Barry Clarke takes on stores from Orgulf's southern fleeting area for the B. John Yeager. • v., T fv'-. v rf^-WSS ''V H" /'A.- • .? Aboard the B. John Yeager, Cook Clora D. Doom and Captain John W. Spires have their picture taken during a stop at Orgulf's southern fleeting area. Midland Cook Dorlis Armstrong delights fellow crewmembers with one of her specialties — pies. •'SM Deckhand Wilbert Wlson is pictured on the B. John Yeager during a night stop­ over at Moore's Landing. • cili Seafarers Welfare Plan Notibe • I; Cobra: C^ntimtaton Health Coverage Seafarers or their dependents who have lost eligibility for health care coverage under the rules and regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, may be eligible to purchase, at a premium, welfare coverage directly frorn the plan. Seafarers who have lost their eligibility for plan coverage must notify the plan office immediately to find out whether or not they or their dependents may elect to continue benefits under this prograiri. To obtain more information about this program. Seafarers may call ii'ts '. i itimv •/ r..f i• or may wnte to: COBRA Program Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way iPsanp! Springs, MD 207^ Midland deckhand W.T. Bush minds his safety p's and q's while working. Lead deckhand Martin Cole checks the Midland's equipment. '•' • . �!•-. F ^ -r rf---'*-:- .1 , ;•: , • -J . - -- • w V SOFAREKS LOG i t f ]p :i'. ... •-y'•••. .: iTie Seafaters LOG attempht to print as many digests of union shiplaoard minutes as possibie. On occasion, because of space iimitations, some wiii be omitted. Ships' minutes are reviewed by the union's contract department. Those issues requiring attention or lesoiution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships' minutes. • '• MV LUMMUS (Amsea), August 22 — Chairman Jeffrey Moritz, Secretary An­ thony Cnrran, Educational Director R. Tannis, Deck Delegate Jay A. Heater. Chairman noted all is well onboard. Edu­ cational director urged members to at­ tend Lundeberg School to upgrade for better pay and job security. Treasurer an­ nounced $55 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. New pay raises read. Crew also apprised of economic price adjustments. Special thanks given to the steward department for keeping up good work even with 170 extra people aboard. Next port: Saudi Arabia. •'4 4- 4 ,,4^' •U'-t' SSS • -.••••: --'" •, :;' . -'V •,- '•4 •:''•• '•'• ' •'•. •> " I ' •"•}.-;••' ••• \i, • GREEN VALLEY (Waterman), Septem­ ber 2 — Chairman Andrew Mack, Sec­ retary Allan D. Bright, Deck Delegate Michael Stephen Pell, Steward Dejegate Louis C. Babin Jr. Treasurer re­ ported $150 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked union communications be sent to next port of arrival. Crew thanked QMED Charles Smith for having his family send copies of Seafarers LOG to ship in Singapore. SEALIFT MEDITERRANEAN mC), August 19 — Chairman W. J. Dean, Secretary Stephen Bates, Educational Director Robert Lee McDonald, Deck Delegate Michael Ball, Engine Delegate David Swltzer. Chairman stated vessel has not received videotapes or television since May 29. Deck delegate reported beef regarding cadet standing watch. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. ITB MOBILE{Apex Marine), Septem. ber 30 — Chairman Fred Jensen, Secre­ tary William Rubles, Educational Director Richard Natoll, Deck Delegate G. Ortiz, Engine Delegate Drew Brown, Steward Delegate Frank TIrado. Chairman announced payoff when vessel arrives at Staten Island, N.Y. on October 4. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next ports: Staten Island and Port Reading, N.J. e/?00/CS/7>IAfGE(I0M), September 30 — Chairman D. Ellette, Secretary J. PItetta, Engine Delegate Tim Optimist Burnett. Chairman advised crew payoff would take place October 1 and com­ pany will try to get standbys. He re­ minded crewmembers not to leave until they are replaced. Educational director advised new members to upgrade at the Lundeberg School to get better Jobs and higher pay. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew noted Chief Steward J. PItetta did a wonderful Job cooking. LIBERTY Y/A VE (Liberty Maritime), September 25 — Chairman Mark Trepp, Secretaiy Paul Stuhblefleld, Ed­ ucational Director R. Sims, Deck Dele­ gate J. HIgglns, Engine Delegate A. Sweetman, Steward Delegate Charles Jones. Chairman noted captain is check­ ing on purchase of unit with Armed Forces channel. Treasurer announced nearly $800 in ship's fund. All three de­ partmental delegates reported disputed OT. Deck delegate asked contracts de­ partment for verification regarding re­ placement request for watchstanders and dayworkers. Crew reported not receiving mail at either end of Suez Canal and in Jordan. Crew wanted to know why pass­ ports were picked up and taken ashore in Jordan. Crew mess was used constantly by shore personnel working aboard. Steward department thanked for good food and cookouts. Crew said Jordan is a pretty country and friendly but not excit­ ing. C>IP£Cl.E>l/7(OMI, Corp.), Septem­ ber 16 — Chairman Robbie G. Wil­ liams, Secretary Herbert Lopez-Rodriguez. Chairman announced crew had gotten ship in shape after vessel's six-year layup. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. DEL VALLE (PWC Engineering Inc.), September 19 — Chairman Michael Galbralth, Secretary Alberto Falcon, Deck Delegate Claude Gordon. Chair­ man told crew they should stay aboard because of national emergency. He asked crew to donate to SPAD. He noted union officials are doing great Job as noted by new contracts. Secretary said members should take advantage of Lundeberg School and upgrade as soon as possible. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew said television antenna A Helping Hand Bosun Jerry Fahey, left, helps a crewmember with his firefighting gear aboard ship in Diego Garcia. v.- needed. Crew also thanked steward de­ partment for good food. Next port: Jack­ sonville, Fla. with crew's full support behind them. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew advised to read president's report in Sea­ farers LOG and donate to SPAD. Crewmembers aboard asked those com­ ing to vessel to remember to bring LOGs and other union materials which can reach ship several months late. Next port: Nagoya, Japan. LNG LEO (ETC), September 16 — Chairman Thomas H. Hawkins, Secre­ tary H. Jones Jr., Educational Director JeHery A. Yarmola, Deck Delegate Mi­ chael A. Fresser, Engine Delegate Rich­ ard Robertson, Steward Delegate Jill M. Prescott. Chairman talked with mem­ bers about Persian Gulf situation. He as­ sured members they will be replaced as soon as possible and they should up­ grade at Lundeberg School. He reminded members to donate to SPAD. Educa­ tional director advised returning crewmembers they would be reimbursed . Crew asked welfare department to inves­ tigate prompmess and possible double billings of medical and optical claims. Crew asked if drug test results could be hurried. Crew announced they enjoyed, trip to Romania. Galley gang thanked crew for keeping messroom lounge clean. Next port: Charleston. PONCE (Puerto Rico Marine), Septem­ ber 27 — Chairman Leon Jekot, Secre­ tary R. Evans, Educational Director R. Johnsen, Engine Delegate Shannon Wilson, Steward Delegate Charles Ratcllff. Chairman announced every­ thing was running smoothly. Deck dele­ gate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Seafarers LOG re­ ceived by crew. Steward department thanked for fine Job. PRIDE OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), September 16 — Chairman John A Breath of Fresh Air SIU crewmembers display their working knowledge of the firefighting gear required aboard each vessel in Diego Garcia. if they bring tapes for ship's library, which has grown to almost 800. Trea­ surer announced $450 in ship's fund and $40 in SIU communications fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Telex was received regarding change in ship­ ping rules for reliefs after October I. Telex sent to contracts department ask­ ing if members can stay as long as they want. Crew thanked steward department for Job well done in preparing food and cookouts and keeping recreation room and messhall clean. Crew asked to re­ spect shipmates by keeping noise down and avoid slamming doors. Next ports: Osaka, Japan and Arun, Indonesia. LNG AQUARIUS (ETC), September 16 — Chairman R. J. Callahan, Secre­ tary Alexander P. Reyer, Educational Director Jose Quinones, Deck Delegate Bert Glllls, Engine Delegate Thomas Harris, Steward Delegate George O. Taylor. Chairman explained to members procedure for reclaiming Jobs per SIU contract when ship leaves drydock. Ves­ sel went through super typhoon. Secre­ tary reminded crew to take necessary safety precautions to avoid injury. Trea­ surer reported $400 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew re­ ceived Seafarers LOG and was posting whatever information it received on Pers­ ian Gulf situation. SA Susan Mormando sent photographs and story about July 5 rescue of five Indonesian sailors by crewmembers. Crew asked contracts department to consider in­ crease in pension plan and possible buyout plan. Crew voted to purchase an­ tenna to receive Armed Forces network band. Crew thanked galley gang for Job well done. Next port: Nagasaki, Japan. OM/DYAMCHEilKOMI Corp.), Sep­ tember 23 — Chairman Larry Kunc, Secretary Donnle W. Collins, Educa­ tional Director James R. Cornell, Deck Delegate Thomas E. Howell, Engine Delegate George F. Darney, Steward Delegate Joseph C. Bush. Chairman an­ nounced payoff scheduled for Long Beach, Calif, for October 3. He said re­ pair list would be resubmitted as all re­ pairs had not been completed since list was created in July. He noted members made a good crew. Secretary stated Sea­ farers LOG had been received regularly and is a very good source of information on what is happening in union. He asked members to notify Manpower at Piney Point, Md. if they know of any rated mar­ iners who would be good SIU members. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $190 in movie fund. He asked ' those who had movies out to return them. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew had discussion on watch system. Steward department thanked for fine work. All members were asked to keep ship clean. Next port: Long Beach. LNG ARIES (ETC), September 23 — Chairman Tom Brooks, Secretary John Gibbons, Deck Delegate Francis H. Smith. Chairman welcomed new mem­ bers aboard vessel. He had someone read obligation of SIU membership from book. He passed out copies of freighter and tanker agreements to members. He said members realize LNG contract not settled yet and wished President Michael Sacco and bargaining committee the best OVERSEAS HARRIETTE (Maritime Overseas), September 11 — Chairman W. D. JefTerson, Secretary V. Wallen, Deck Delegate Rodney J. Fence, En­ gine Delegate J. Williams Jr., Steward Delegate Jack Rankin. Chairman an­ nounced payoff would take place in Charleston, S.C. He urged members to donate to SPAD to help union in Wash­ ington. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Ship received Seafarers LOG. Bertolino, Secretary David Smith, Edu­ cational Director Rashid All. Chairman thanked crew for helping get ship in order before and after Lisbon, Portugal. He announced ship would pay off in Lake Charles, La. on September 22. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted washing machine and television antenna needed repairs. Crew thanked steward department for fine work. Next port: Lake Charles. PVT. HARRY FISHER (Maersk Lines), September 28 — Chairman Mi­ chael Hurley, Secretary B. E. Gross, Educational Director Virgil W. Bolton, Deck Delegate Robert A. Koppel, Stew­ ard Delegate Doug Burch. Chairman talked about new agreement that went into effect July 1. He said there are ques­ tions concerning economic price adjust­ ments for 1989-1990. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Company pur­ chased new VCR for crew's lounge. Next port: Houston. RALEIGH BA Y(Sea-Land Service), September 16 — Chairman Howard Knox, Secretary Rufen Fadlllo, Deck Delegate James McGuIre, Engine Dele­ gate Monte Beck. Chairman announced vessel's schedule will be altered for next six months because of emergency situa­ tion. He said ship would pay off Septem­ ber 18. Secretary said movie fund was at $50 but ship Just acquired 10 new mov­ ies this trip. He said movie library has more than 200 titles. Deck and engine delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by stew­ ard delegate. Crew advised of communi­ cations from Angus "Red" Campbell, vice president collective bargaining, about emergency situation in Persian Gulf and changes in supplying reliefs. Crew noted lounge needed toaster. Stew­ ard department thanked for Job well done. SEA-LAND CHALLENGER (SeaLand Service), September 16 — Chair­ man Roy L. Williams, Secretary H. Scypes, Educational Director Calvin Langley, Deck Delegate Stephen H. Fulford, Engine Delegate A. Day, StewConHnued on page 19 :''fv .4-' �PP MaraJgjgi »'*V r-^' NOVCMBIR 1990 ShipsVQig^ts Continued from page 18 ard Delegate Jessie James. Chairman an­ nounced everything onboard was fine. He said search of cargo area netted four stowaways. He reported payoff sched­ uled for September 19. Secretary noted he would talk with patrolman about get­ ting more stores onboard. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crewmembers said they needed to talk with patrolman about transportation and time off in port. Galley gang thanked for good work. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. SEA-LAND COMMITMENT(SeaLand Service), September 23 — Chair­ man John C. Green, Secretary E. DofToh, Educational Director A. M. Mercado. Chairman reported smooth sailing. Secretary noted good coopera­ tion from all hands. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew said new washing ma­ chine in crew's laundry, new short wave radio in crew's lounge and fans in rooms are needed. Next ports: Boston and Eliza­ beth, N.J. SEA-LAND FREEDOM (Sea-Land Service), September 30 — Chairman W. Feil, Secretary G. C. Sivley, Educational Director R. Chppman, Deck Delegate John Noble, Steward Delegate F. Abduila. Chairman told crew about new rules for time aboard ship because of emergency in Persian Gulf: He an­ nounced vessel would arrive in Tacoma, Wash. October 2. Treasurer said ship's fund had $149 after paying $260 for VCR. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for keeping ship clean. SEA-LAND INTEGRITY (Sea Land Service), September 16 — Chairman E. Wallace, Secretary Pedro Laboy. Chair­ man stated notice about relief jobs from headquarters had been posted. Secretary said company is requesting him to send stores requisitions via computer disc. He said this work is not necessary because it is time consuming and repetitious. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Houston. SEA-LAND LIBERATOR (Sea-Land Service), September 16 — Chairman V. J. Ardowski, Secretary W. Williams. Chairman reported everything running smoothly. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Steward department thanked for Job well done. fl"^ ''• ' ifcS''";': p- ¥••: '. • SEA-LAND PERFORMANCE (Sea Land Service), September 23 — Chair­ man R. R. Newby, Secretary E. Porter, Educational Director William H. Woods, Deck Delegate Freddie Goethe, Steward Delegate Gwendolyn Shinholster. Chairman stated no new business to report. Secretary announced crew worked well together. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked Presi­ dent Michael Sacco for raise in contracts. Crew asked for ice box in each room and reported stack gas bad on ves­ sel. Steward department thanked for fine job. SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 29 — Chairman Robert S. Wilson, Secretary R. Spencer, Educational Director F. L. Hall, Deck Delegate A. Brooks, Engine Delegate Willie J. Brooks Jr., Steward Delegate Tom Marshall. Chairman reported ev­ erything is okay and trip had gone well. Secretary urged members to donate to SPAD. Vocational director reminded members to practice safety at all times. Engine delegate reported some disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew ad­ vised dress code for messhall will be posted. Crew noted lounge lock needs to be fixed. Crew asked if patrolmen could cut meetings short as members have lit­ tle time in port. SEA-LAND VOYAGER (Sea-Land Service), September 9 — Chairman Charles Dawson, Secretary L. Martin, Educational Director B. Ohler, Deck Delegate Larry Long. Chairman an­ nounced trip going well so far. He thanked steward/baker for job well done. He noted deck department has been working well together. Secretary thanked chairman for his kind words. He noted all was well in galley. Educational director said everything seemed to be . going fine. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. DSNS BELLATRIX (Bay Tankers), September 16 — Chairman R. F. Lyie, Secretary C. Coleman, Educational Di­ rector M. Johnson. Chairman told crew next port would be Houston. Engine and steward delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck department. Crew seeking changes in steward department concerning the cooking of vegetables, linen hours, stor­ age of pans and utensils and clarification on duties of third cook and steward. Next port: Houston. USNS PREVAIL (U.S. Marine Manage­ ment), September 6 — Chairman E. Caltenback, Secretary M. Davidson. Chairman said crew is asking for better flight arrangements to Rota, Spain. Deck delegate repohed'beef concerning work in ship's office and sickbay. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew asked contracts department for clarification of OT for meal relief. Crew noted chief engineer locking crew's lounge to use it as stor­ age for supplies. USNS REGULUS(Bay Tankers), Sep­ tember 16 — Chairman Petro Kratsus, Secretary George Quinn, Educational Director Robroy Adams, Deck Delegate Damon Eisenbrey, Engine Delegate Samson O. Sandven, Steward Delegate Ednardo Lasso. Secretary reported all is going well. He thanked crew for keeping messhall and pantry clean. He reminded members he had variety of union welfare forms for their needs. Vocational direc­ tor urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer announced $100 in ship's fund. Engine delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck or steward delegates. Crew held discussion on contract. Stew­ ard department thanked for good work. Next port: Saudi Arabia. USNS WILKES (Mar Ship Operations), September 13 — Chairman Hershel Turner, Secretary John Parkhurst. Treasurer reported $300 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Mo­ tion made by crew to elect new dele­ gates. Crew thanked for efforts in improving cleanliness and inspections. Engine department thanked for its fine job. Next port: Yokohama, Japan. LIBERTY SUN (Liberty Maritime), Oc­ tober 1 —Chairman Glen James, Vcretary Frederick L. Washington, Engine Delegate Glen Mazzaro, Steward Dele­ gate Fred Lindsey. Chairman an­ nounced payoff scheduled for New Orleans on October 2. He said crew would like antenna system fixed. Secre­ tary reminded crew to separate plastics from rest of trash. No beefs or disputed OT reported. LNG ARIES(ETC), October 7 — Chair­ man Tom Brooks, Secretary John Gib­ bons, Educational Director D. Panko. Chairman reminded crew to separate plastics from rest of trash. He thanked watchstanders for keeping up tradition of cleaning after each watch. He said crew is giving vote of support to negotiations committee and President Michael Sacco. He encouraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Secretary reminded crew of prohibition of throwing plastics or any garbage with plastics overboard. Educational director urged members to practice safety at all times. Treasurer re­ ported $95 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked to study hazardous materials book located in lounge. Vote of thanks given to those not playing their radios loud. Galley gang thanked for fine work. Next port: Osaka, Japan. OMI COLUMBIA (OMl Corp.), Octo­ ber 5 — Chairman Ernest Duhon, Secre­ tary C. R. Moss, Educational Director S. Perdom, Deck Delegate J. A. Casugay, Steward Delegate I.Vntiago. Chairman announced next payoff for ship. He said repair list is posted. Secretary thanked Chief Cook Isidro Santiago for his good work. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew thanked for keeping pantry clean. Steward department thanked for its good job. Members urged to upgrade. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Service), October 7 — Chairman Elex Gary, Secreta^ R. C. Agbulos, Educa­ tional Director Joseph Ortiz, Deck Dele­ gate J. R. Wilson, Engine Delegate J. Collins, Steward Delegate F. Ymas. Chairman urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Secretary said crew was good this trip. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked new radio be installed in lounge. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. C ; mm- ilil. SEA-LAND EXPEDITION (Sea-Land Service), October 8 — Chairman Mar­ vin Zimbro, Secretary William Reid, Educational Director David J. Dukehart. Steward Delegate John Platts. Sec­ retary urged to keep lounge clean. No beefs of disputed OT reported. Crew re­ minded to read Seafarers LOG for cur­ rent union information. (2rew thanked steward department for job well done. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. f U; 'M:: via :• SEA-LAND PA TRIOT(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), October 7 — Chairman R. F. Gar­ cia, Secretary J. Russell, Educational Director G. Vllard-Lawsley, Deck Del­ egate John T. Carnes, Engine Delegate Rodney Pontiflet, Steward Delegate L. Sinisi. Educational director announced Lundeberg School class schedule was posted and reminded members to up­ grade. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for care and concern of putting out food and keeping ship in good shape. Next ports: Long Beach and Oakland, Calif. .>• 4 Summary Annual Report MCS-PMA Supplementary Pension trust Fund This is a summary of the annual report of the MCS-PMA Suppleihentaiy Pension Trust Fund EIN 51-6097856 for the year ended December 31,1989. The annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employment Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). Basic Financial Statement Benefits under the plan are provided by the Trust. Plan expenses were $1,657,161. These expenses included $170,731 in administrative expenses, and $1,486,430 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. A total of 2,192 persons were participants in or beneficiaries of the plan at the end of the plan year, although not all of these persons had yet earned the right to receive benefits. The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $11,338,447 as of December 31,1989, compared to $10,868,175 as of January 1, 1989. During the plan year, the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $470,272. This increase includes unrealized aiipreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of plan assets at the end of the year and the price the plan originally paid for those assets. The plan had total income of $2,127,433, including einployer contributions of $525,588, gains of $323,561 from the sale of assets, and earnings from investments of $1,278,284. Mihin^m tending Standi -V- • A .M" An actuary's statement shows that enough money was contributed to the plan to keep it funded in accordance with the minimum funding standards of ERISA. Your Rights to Additional Information You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request, The items listed below are included in that report: im (1) An accountant's report (2) Assets held for investment (3) Actuarial information regarding the funding of the Plan ;(4) Service provider and trustee information To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of -Mr. Nick Marrone, who is the plan administrator, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746, (301) 899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $3.00 for the full annual report, or $.10 per page for any part thereof. Going Shoreside Crewmemlsers disembark from the MV Pvt. Harry Fisher, stationed In Diego Garcia. You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. You also have die legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan at 5201 AuthWay,Camp Springs, MD 2(J746 and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of coping costs. Requests to the Department ^ould be addressed to: Publlc i Disclosure Room, N4677, pOTsion and Wel^ Benefit Programs, Department erf| lAbor, 200 Constitution Aye,, N.W.,WasWngton, D.G, 20216, •{ -1 ' •. • « , ",' mi �a«Sftv:^'>^g^^gg;^aaay-£->;j3s;jfea*gsas^^ ' -'iiiiMl6«WB SEAFAKERS LOG 20 K1 Know Your Rights •IA-. m^S' 'r-V't:: m •: 'V ;> i^r ; • •'4 -N'' ":.'-' miM WM$ FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union fi­ nances. The constitution requires a de­ tailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes ex­ amination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their find­ ings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and In­ land Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of vari­ ous trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally con­ sist of Union and management repre­ sentatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are pro­ tected exclusively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If members believe there have been vi­ olations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts be­ tween the Union and the employers. they should notify the Seafarers Appeds Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supply­ ing a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of thisconstitution so as to famil­ iarize themselves with its contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employ­ ment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the em­ ployers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Full copies of contracts as referred to aire available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union offi­ cial fails to protect their contract rights properly, they should contact the near­ est SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the polit­ ical purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This estab­ lished policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Summary Annual Report Seafarers Welfare Fund "• - •... -I-.;. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU Pres­ ident Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. SPAD t-shiits This is a summary of the annual report of the Seafarers Welfare Fund EIN 13-5557534 for the year ended Decem^r 31, 1989. The annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Retire­ ment Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). The Trust has committed itself to pay claims incurred under the terms of the Basic Fina«icial Stateineiit The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan was & (deficit) of $(26,24^43) as of December 31, 1989, compared to $(26,619,251) as of Januaiy 1, 1989. During the plan year, the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $372,408. This increase included unrealized appreciation and deprecia­ tion in the value of plan assets at tiie end of the ye^ and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. During the plan year, the plan had total income of $31,814,180 including employer contribu-' tions of $31,216,412, miscellaneous income of $146,750 and earnings froni investments of $451,018. Plan expenses were $31,441,772. These expenses in­ cluded $2,703,478 in administrative expenses and $28,738,294 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. Your Rights to Additionallnformation You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report; (1) An accountant's report; (2) Assets held for investment, and (3) Service provider and trustee information To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of Mr. Nick Marrone, who is the plan administrator, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $1.50 for the full annual report, or $.10 per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be includ^ as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan located at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746, and at the U.S. Departjnent of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy firom the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to Public Disclosure Room, N4677, Pension and Welfare Benefit Program, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Ave., N.W., Wash­ ington, D.C. 20215. Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL AC­ TIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to furAer its objects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime work­ ers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the ad­ vancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All con­ tributions are voluntary. No contribu­ tion may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such con­ duct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his eco­ nomic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. The SIU has created a new t-shirt design which is available to all our mem­ bers on a firstcome, firstserved basis. FREE • The shirts feature the SIU logo in fiill color on the front and "Politics is Porkchops" in blue on the back. They are American-made. Please fill out the application below and mail It to: John Fay, Secretary-Treasurer Seafarers international Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 i Please send the new SIU t-shirt to: •NAME. iADDRESS iCITY, STATE, ZIP :SOCIAL SECURITY# iPHONE IT-SHIRT SIZE (circle one) BOOK#. RATING S M XL Il/90| I. -.li •». : V.r.- '• �u -1 ... of Spain, he joined (he SIU in August 1940 in the port of Tampa, Fla. Brother Fernandez sailed in the galley gang before he started drawing his pension in December 1973. July 10 in Kansas City, Mo. Bom in Camden, N.J., he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Brother Abrams joined the Seafarers in August 1957 in the port of Baltimore. He sailed in the steward depart­ ment before retiring. His wife, Fannie, survives him. SCOTT E. ANDERSON Scott E. Ander­ son, 69, passed away Sep­ tember 20. He was bom in Fostoria, Ohio. Early in his career. Brother Anderson shipped with the Marine Cooks and Stew­ ards. In February 1961 he began shipping in the SIU Pa­ cific Division from the port of San Francisco. He upgraded to recertified steward. His re­ mains were scattered at sea. He is survived by his wife. Mar­ guerite; a daughter, Shirley Allen; a brother and sister; four grandchildren and six great grandchildren. RUEBEN BELLETTY Rueben Belletty, 81, died Septem­ ber 19. He was a native of George­ town, British Guyana. Brother Belletty joined the union in De­ cember 1941 in the port of Mo­ bile, Ala. He worked in the steward department before he started drawing his pension in March 1970. DAVID BYRD David Byrd,35, passed away Sep­ tember 24. The Glasgow, Ky. na­ tive grad­ uated from the Lundeberg School in July 1971. Brother Byrd's first ship was Waterman's SS Hurricane. He was an active member at the time of his death. He sailed as an able bodied seaman. CESAR A. CRESPO Cesar A. Crespo, 40, died Sep­ tember 29. He was bom in Honduras and joined the Sea­ farers in Febmaiy 1972 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Crespo upgraded his deck de­ partment rating in 1976 at tjie Lundeberg School. He was an active member when he passed away. JESUS FERNANDEZ Jesus Fernandez, 82, passed away September 20. A native HARRISON FURUKAWA Harrison Furukawa, 63, died September 17. The Honolulu native joined the union in April 1974 in the port of Yokohama, Japan. Brother Furukawa up­ graded at the Lundeberg School several times before be­ coming a recertified bosun in . 1982. He was an active deck department member when he passed away. MATTHEW GICHENKO Matthew Gichenko, 77, passed away September 23. Bom in Ohio, he was a charter member of the Seafarers, having joined in December 1938 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Gichenko shipped in the deck department. He retired in Sep­ tember 1977. BAKER HASSEN Baker Hassen, 80, died May 23 in New York City. He was bom in North Bomeo. Brother Hassen joined the union in June 1966 in the port of New York. He up­ graded his deck department rat­ ing in 1979 at Piney Point before he retired. He is sur­ vived by his wife, Aurelia, and two daughters, Junaidah Hassen and Zoraida Padilla. waii on September 21. A na­ tive of Honolulu, he joined the Seafarers in February 1975 in the port of San Francisco. He had been a member of the Ma­ rine Cooks and Stewards be­ fore that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Kong shipped in the steward depart­ ment before retiring in 1980. He was buried in Nuuanu Me­ morial Park, Hawaii. FRANK ROSS Frank Ross, 33, died October 3. The Brooklyn, N.Y. native served in the Marines from 1972 to 1976. He graduated from the Lundeberg School in February 1979. Brother Ross upgraded his galley gang rating several times at Piney Point be­ fore becoming a recertified steward in 1986. He was an ac­ tive member when he passed away. WALTER J. SLADE Walter J. Slade, 74, sitccumbed to a long illness on October 22. He was bom in New Bedford, Mass. Brother Slade joined the Seafarers in September 1941 in the port of Providence, R. I. He sailed in^ the engine department before he retired in 1977. He is sur­ vived by his wife, Alice; a THEODORE KATROS Theodore Katros, 75, passed away Au­ gust 18. He was a native of Califor­ nia and joined the SIU in July 1953 in the port of New York. Brother Katros upgraded his steward department rating in 1973 at the Lundeberg School. He started collecting his pen­ sion in August 1982. FjBy ALBERT K. O. KONG Albert K. O. Kong, 72, passed away in his home in Waipahu, Ha- INLAND JOE L. BRADSHAW Joe L. Bradshaw, 63, passed away recently. A native of Palatka, Fla., he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1974. Boat­ man Bradshaw joined the SIU in September 1976 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. He sailed as a tugboat captain. CHESTER CHRISTENSON Chester Christenson, 62, suffered heart fail­ ure and passed away Oc­ tober 22 in his McEwen, Tenn. home. A native of Tennessee, he served in the Navy from 1946 to 1948. Brother Christenson joined the Seafarers in Novem­ ber 1961. He upgraded his en­ gine department rating to QMED in 1982 at the Lundeberg School. GREAT LAKES HERBERT BRANDT Herbert Brandt, 65, died Septem­ ber 14. He was bom in Elberta, Mich. and served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Brother Brandt joined the union in November 1973 in the port of Frankfort, Mich. He started in the deck de­ partment, but switched to the black gang. He upgraded to QMED in 1983 at Piney Point. He was an active member at the time of his death. V-' • • .rMar-'-r, • •: . r' • •, ' ,• X-'iSir: r • • 1- -V -.'f k'i.?..'. • f .• , •• • • '-h-'' - : m • BOOK NUMBER STREET ADDRESS CITY, STATE AND ZIP . TELEPHONE NUMBER I.... '•r WOODROW WILCOX Woodrow Wilcox, 77, died Au­ gust 14. A native of Michigan, he joined the union in 1942 in the port of Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. Brother Wilcox sailed in the deck department. He began collecting his pension in June 1976. Hease send me the 1991 SIU Scholarship Program booklet which contains eligibility infor­ mation procedures for applying and the application form. NAME J;— • - Ai'W • :• '•" • --- SIU Scholarslilp Program Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20756 This application is for (check one): -r- JAMES C. NOFFSINGER James C. Noffsinger, 76, died August I in a Frankfort, Mich, hospital. Bom in Benzonia Township, Mich., he joined the SIU in November 1953 in the port of Elberta, Mich. Brother Noffsinger sailed as an able bodied seaihan aboard car fer­ ries until his retirement in 1969. He is survived by his wife, Helen, and two sons, James and Gerald. For SIU members or their dependents thinking about college, April 15 is the deadline for submission of ap­ plications for the SIU Scholarship Program. As the costs of higher education soar, the union's scholarship program can help ease tlie financial burden. Four scholarships in the amoimt of $15,000 each ^yable in installments of $3,750 per year over a fouryear period) will be awarded to the dependents of eli­ gible Seafarers. Three scholarships will be awarded to Seafarers; two of them for $6,000 each (paid in two equal amounts over two years) and a third for $15,000 (payable in installments of $3,750 per year over a four-year period). Applications must be completed and post­ marked on or before April 15,1991. Tlie re­ sults of the committee's selection will be armoimced in May. The scholarship materi­ als are available at any SIU hall or by filling in the request form below and mailing it to: WILLIAM K. KEHRWIEDER William K. Kehrwieder, 62, died Sep­ tember 12. Bom in Phila­ delphia, he joined the union in Decem­ ber 1946 in the port of New York. Brother Kehrwieder, a member of the galley gang, was an active member at the time of his death. daughter, Marie Holmes; a brother; two sisters and three grandchildren. . O Self D Dependent -s �as; ' 1- SaFARERS LOG Luntleberg School Graduates Six Classes •M •if :'r V': ••;:',••••• Trainee Lifeboat Class 459—Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat class 459 are (from the left, kneeling), Larry Kenny, Duke Glover, Jack Murphy, Harvey Ramos, Andre Morrissette, Stacy Grazette, Terrence Boney, Reginald Williams, Michael Harmanson, Delonda Hill, Fernando Enrique Suncin (second row), Larry Bachlor, Richard L. Wilson, David W. Collins, Paul Davenport, Ted Obringer, Nales Miguel Rullan, John Willmott, Joel Willmott, Armando Rodriguez, Mitchell Clark, Joshua Grant, George Vlassakis, Fernando Aubain, Kevin Campbell (third row), Nichlas Langlois, David Beck, Kevin Atchley, James A. Maddoz Jr., Bill Barsen and Ben Cusic (instructor). |?^lv,\'',, v,:v:v:. yf' : ..•• ' Diesel Engine Technology—Completing the four-week course of practi­ cal instruction and hands-on training are (left to right, front row), Kenneth L. Coutur, Charles Smith, Anthony Negron (back row), Dan Beeman, John Wiegman (instruc­ tor), Phil Parent, Gregorio Madera and David M. Dunklin. Upgraders Lifeboat—Graduates of the upgraders lifeboat class include (left to ri^t, kneeling), Paul Caliz, MSC; Lloyd Nelson, MSC; Joe A. Jauregui, SIU; Fred Rich, MSC; Judi Chester, SIU; Mike Mayes, MSC; Walter R. Strache, MSC (second row), Carlos Sosa, MSC; Thomas Emore, MSC; Michael Klein, MSC; Kevin Johnson, MSC; Kenneth Colon, MSC; Henry Locke, SIU; Lorraine Teague, SIU; Blair Humes, SIU and Casey Taylor (instructor). Lundeberg School Self Study Coursos 1 f-:vy: • \'r •.{/•• Seafarers can take advantage of the opportunity to increase their I knowledge through the Lundeberg School's self study courses. The I materials are prepared in a straight-forward, easy-to-understand manner, ! ''£r.- t- ' r• Able Bodied Seamen—Graduating with their able bodied seaman's en­ dorsement are (left to right, front row), Luis Quinones, Damon Kelley, Richard Petersen Jr., Wigberto Reyes, Warren Miller, Richard Benoit, Thomas Guffey (second row) Michael Collins, Ray Bennink, Leon Delacroix, Martin Ramos, Gary Vargas, Kenneth Marich, Stacy Franklin (third row) Ossie Rickenbacker, Cecilio Arzu, David K. Horton, Jesse Fountain and Raymond Bates. - Please send the materials checked below: , J- Firemen, Oilers, Watertenders—FOWT graduates receiving their en­ dorsement this month are (left to right, front row), Diosdado Sampos, Raphael Torres, Robert A. Nicholas, Edward Shamburger, David Plumb (second row), Jim Shaffer (instructor), Steve Biles, Archie Lee Rowe, Paul Gibbs, Eric H. Sutton and Leslie Finney Jr. MATH Fractions Decimals Percents Algebra Geometry Trigonometry (Plane) (Spherical) O • • • D • • • SOCIAL STUDIES Geography U.S. History Economics • • • ENGLISH: Writing kills Grammar Books D Writing Business Letters • ! STUDY SKILLS Listening Skills How to Improve Your Memory How to Use Texttmoks Study Habits Test Anxiety Test Taking Tactics Stress Management Notetaking Know-How • i • • • ! • ! • ! S !' a • ! I COMMUNICATION SKILLS • S Name \ Address I Telephone ( ) J Social Security #_ •• ; Cut out this coupon and mail to: \ Adult Education Department J Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship J Piney Point, Maryland 20674. 11/90 �• i NOVEMBER 1990 •- 23 1990-91 UPGRMm COURSE SCHEDULE iS®:;: SNUS Col%e Pmgnm Sdiahile for 1991 ,™!?® «s the current course schedule for December 199a-June 1991 at the Seaf^ers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. All programs are geared to improve job skills of. SIU members and to promote the American maritime industry. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry s needs as well as the national emergency mobilization in the Persian Gulf. The courses listed for 1991 are tentative. FULL 8-week Sessions Check-In Completion Date Date December 10 January 4 January 21 February 15 March 4 March 29 April 15 May 10 May 27 June 21 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Lifeboatman December 10 December 21 December 24 January 4 January 7 January 18 January 21 February 1 February 4 February 15 February 18 March 1 March 4 March 15 March 18 March 29 April 1 April 12 AprU15 April 26 ; April 29 May 10 May 13 May 24 May 27 June 7 June 10 June 21 June 24 July 5 Ship Handling December 3 December 14 January 21 February 1 March 18 March 29 May 27 June 7 June 24 July 5 Radar Observer Unlimited February 4 February 8 AprU 1 April 5 April 22 April 26 May 20 May 24 Third Mate February 4 May 17 Inland Deck Licenses January 28 April 19 Celestial Navigation February 11 March 1 AprU 22' May 10 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must he taken. •k 'y-,,'"'- •• '• v.#' (Slaie) Course High School Equivalency (GED) Adult Basic Education (ABE) English as a Second Language (ESL) Developmental Studies ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course ) (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. '•'. Seniority- ' U.S. Citizen; • Yes • No V *. Completion Date February 15 April 19 June 14 February 15 April 19 June 14 March 22 June 14 February 1 January 25 February 22 May 17 I am interested In the (ollowlng course(s) checked below or indicated here if not listed ^ If yes, which program: from_ Last grade of school completed- DATE- Home Port- Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? • Yes • No to —^ DECK (dales atlended) Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? — • Yes • No ^^ Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? • Yes • No If yes, how many weeks have you completed? —Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement? • Yes • No Eirefighting: • Yes . • No CPR: • Yes • No Date available for training—^ Check-In Dale January 7 March 4 April 29 January 7 March 4 April 29 February 11 April 29 January 18 January 7 January 28 April 22 SIGNATURE- Department Endor.sement(s) or License(s) now held If yes. course(s) taken S'.AV."-' • •' '' Book .#- Social Security # .i y: ^ TelephoneL — — — • • • • • AB/Sealift 1st Class Pilot Third Mate Radar Observer Unlimited Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboal Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course O Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original .Ird Engineer Steam or Motor n Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems • Automation • Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician ALE DEPARTMENTS • Welding • Lifeboatman (Must be taken . with another course) 'y\ ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) • High School Equivalency Program (GED) • Developmcnlal Studies (DVS) • English as a Second Language (ESL) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation STEWARD ENGINE • FOWT • QMHID—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Elec(ronics) • Q • • • Assistant Cook Utility Cook and Baker Chief Cook Chief Steward Towboat Inland Cook COLLEGE PROGRAM • Associates in Arts Degree • Cenificale Programs No transportation will be paid unless you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. Primary language spoken . With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following; the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. RATING DATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE Mo./Day/Year. (Zip Code! ; 1991 Adult Education Schedule (Slreet) . K-?: r;J Completion Date May 6 March 4 July 8 Check-In Completion Date Date January 21 April 12 November 26 December 21 December 24 January 18 January 21 February 15 March 18 Aprill2 April 15 May 10 June 7 May 13 July 5 June 10 All .Student must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class. Pumproom Maintenance & Operations January 21 March 1 April 15 May 24 Marine Electrical Maintenance January 7 March 1 April 1 May 24 Refrigeration Systems January 28 March 8 Maintenance & Operations March 18 Diesel Engine Technology April 12 Welding February 18 Mar<;h 15 Marine Electronics Technician January 14 April 5 All students in the Engine Department will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. Address(City) '• Course QMED-Any Rating Fireman/Watertender and Oiler Date of Birth(Middle! .'•••;• I y Engine Upgrading Courses UPGRADING APPLICATION (l-'irsll Check-In Date March 25 January 28 June 3 Course Bosun Recertification Steward Recertification Check-In Completion Course Date Date . Oil Spill Prevention & December 10 December 14 Containment (1 week) February 18 February 12 April 1 April 5 May 13 May 17 June 24 June 28 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must be taken. (l.asl) •. Recertification Programs Oil Spill Course Name- March 8 May 17 July 26 Check-In Completion Course Date Date Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker, . All open-ended (contact admissions Chief Cook, Chief Steward office for starting dates) Upon completion, all students will take a Sealift Familiarization class. Course Abie Seaman /'''••':i'". 'i' January 14 March 25 June 3 Steward Upgrading Courses Defk Upgrading Courses s ?ct-riD^?--V,r-e-r'Ti-^ — RKIUKN C'OMPl.KTKI) APPl.lt A710N K) Seafarers Harry lundeberg Upgrading Center; Piney Point. Ml) lObtt lUWI I" . 1..'' ' �I': Summary Annual Report MCS-PMA Supplementary Pension Trust Fund • Page 19 Summary Annual Report Seafarers Welfare Fund ' • Page 20 En Route to the Persian Gulf American Gi-Passengers Hit it Off with Cape Isabel Crew Seafarers and members of the Armed Forces aboard the Cape Is­ abel expressed a mutual respect and appreciation for each other's roles in the current American mil­ itary deployment to the Persian Gulf after a shared voyage on the government's Ready Reserve Force (RRF) vessel. The Cape Isabel's steward de­ partment, made up of members of the SIU's Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, expanded the meaning of the union's motto "Brotherhood of the Sea" to in­ clude the American GI passengers carried on the American President Lines-operated ship as well as the U.S. soldiers assigned to docks in the Middle East. The troops being transported on the Cape Isabel were quickly inte­ grated into shipboard life, reported Chief Cook William ^'Baltimore Billy" Bryley. "During our free time, they joined us in our cookouts and card games. Sometimes we'd watch movies together. Mostly we swapped war stories for sea stories," recalled Bryley, who has shipped with the SIU for 14 years. The ship's unlicensed crew complement made up of the SIU's Pacific District Unions—Sailors' Union of the Pacific representing deck department men; Marine Firemen, Oilers and Watertenders Union for the black gang and the SIU's AGLIWD in the galley— "thought one of the highlights of the trip were the barbecues," said Bryley. "Everyone pitched in—^the soldiers, the crew—^and we had a great time." GIs Respect Crew*s Skills Ih turn, the Army troops as­ signed to Op^ation Desert Shield who were passengers on the Cape Isabel foui^ the trip to be an eyeopener. "Ova- the last three weeks we have gained an appreciation for the United States Merchant Marine and the important function it serves." six military men told Captain Terry Kotz, master of the C^ Isabel, which was broken out from the Ready Reserve Force fleet after a four-year layup to carry out a logistical role in Oper­ ation Desert Shield. "Your totally professional crew has earned our respect for its high degree of technical competence and selflessness in supporting our nation's commitments overseas," the American GIs wrote in a letter presented to the vessel's master when the Cape Isabel arrived in the Persian Gulf at the end of Septem­ ber after leaving a Portland, Ore­ gon-shipyard the previous month. Chief Cook William Bryley checks his government-issued gas mask for a light fit." "It is with mixed emotion that we conclude our passage to Saudi Arabia aboard the SS Cape Isa­ bel," said the soldiers. "Being *Landlubbas' we're c^lainly glad to be returning to our own element. And we're eager to set about the important work that we came to do. At the same time we feel a certain sadness as we part com­ pany with the crew that we have come to know during our trip." Expressing appreciation to the civilian mariners were Robert M. Elliott, Major, Corps of Engineers; U.S. Army Sergeants Robert W. Chisolm, Brandon Garrison, Edwin Reyes; U.S. Army Special­ ist Derpr B. Hartley and Douglas A. Cruickshank, U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer Two. Shipboard Hospitality In addition to recognizing the professionalism of the seafarers, the soldiers expressed their apia-eciaticm for the ho^itality ext^ded by crewmembos to the memb^ of the Armed Forces aboard. The men's letta- to the riiip's captain concluded, "You and your crew have graciously received us alxwd ^p and goierously shared of all that you h^ For all of these, and other kindnesses too num^ous to mention, we thank you and salute you." Chief Steward Art DeChamp, who came out of his two-year re­ tirement to ship during the current military activation, pointed out that crewmembers were glad to meet the GIs stationed at the Gulf docks. "While we enjoyed meeting the soldiers on the ship, we also en­ joyed talking and sharing our food and ship with the American sol­ diers we met in the Middle East on the docks," said the chief steward. The Cape Isabel galley crewconsisting of DeChamp, Bryley, Assistant Cook Utility Sean Fujiwara and Steward Assistants Larry Dickinson and James Brodie—received several visits from the American GIs assigned to the docks. "We invited them to help themselves," Chief Cook Bryley said. By combining creative cook­ ing methods, the galley Seafarers were able to feed all crewmembers and have enough left over to pro­ vide servings to the soldiers, Bryley reported. He noted that the GIs seemed to "really enjoy" the meals on the Cape Isabel. "I guess they were tired of eating C-rations," he mused. DeChamp added that the troops on the docks, despite the tempta­ tion of "home-cooked" meals, al­ ways asked permission to come aboard. When invited by Cape Is­ abel crewmembers to break bread with them, the GIs "were gratified and very congenial," said DeChamp. "Some of the troops asked if I could cook a couple of eggs as all they had been eating were pow­ dered eggs. There were tears in a couple of eyes," he remembered. Preparing a hot meal for the m Is 1' Chief Steward Art DeChamp (middle) chats with soldiers Cruickshank and Garrison on the deck of the Cape Isa­ bel during a barbecue. troops was well worth it said DeChamp. "Hey, we're all on the same side. They are a good bunch of boys. [The United States] is very lucky to have them." Help Sought in Missing Child Case The National Center for Miss­ ing and Exploited Children is seeking the help of Seafarers in locating young Eric Brandon Anger, abducted by his non­ custodial father, George Eric Anger, on Feb. 10, 1988 from Tracy, Calif. At the time Eric was taken, he was 3 feet tall, weighed 22 pounds and had brown hair and blue eyes. He will be four years old on Feb. 27,1991. Eric's non-custodial father. George Eric Anger, 24, also has gone by the names of George El­ liott, George Helms, Paul Alex­ ander and George Boring. A warrant has been issued for his arrest. Anyone having information should contact the center at 1800-843-5678 or the Tracy (Calif.) Police Department Miss­ ing Persons Unit at 1-209-9486348 or their local FBI office. :• f' SIU Chief Cook William "Baltimore Billy" Bryley is photographed with some of the U.S. Army troops carried on the Cape Isabel to the Persian Gulf. Standing are (left to right) Sergeant Edwin Reyes, Chief Warrant Officer Two Douolas A. Cruickshank, Bryley, Sergeant Brandon Garrison; kneeling are Sergeant Robert W. Chisolm and Specialist Derry B. Hartley. •V •• Eric Brandon Anger W'' George Eric Anger I � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. 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Title A name given to the resource November 1990 Description An account of the resource Headlines: SIU PENSIONERS TO GET $400 YEAR-END BONUS NMU SHIFTS TRAINING FUNDS TO SHORE UP PENSION PLAN BIG SEALIFT SCORES HIGH IN GULF MISSION SENATORS REPEL ATTACK ON CARGO PREFERENCE SIU HEAD PAYS TRIBUTE TO UNITED MINE WORKERS SEAFARERS HAD A BIG STAKE IN 1990 CONGRESS ACTIONS SIU MEMBERS PLAY ACTIVE ROLE IN MANY ELECTION CAMPAIGNS SHIPPING INDUSTRY WORKS TO KEEP MARITIME OUT OF WORLD TRADE PACT ED PULVER IS NEW MEMBER OF SIUNA BOARD AMERICAN CORMORANT RETURNS TO UNITED STATES MOKU PAHU SETS ANOTHER RECORD FOR SUGAR CARRIED TO CALIFORNIA BILL LIMITS HOURS OF WORK FOR CREW ON U.S.-FLAG TANKERS SIU CREW KEEPS TUGBOAT PATRIARCH HUMMING 'GOOD CREW' SMOOTHS CAPE FLATTERY TRIP TO GULF AT&T CABLE SHIP CREW HOSTS SIU HQ EMPLOYEES MCCARTHY CREW IS LOYAL TO THEIR VESSEL SIU GOV'T SERVICES DIVISION CREW RESCUES 45 FILIPINO FISHERMEN TEN VETERAN BOSUNS HONE SEAMANSHIP SKILLS LAUPATI, VAN SCOY, VILLANUEVA MAKE APL'S JFK A 'HAPPY SHIP' HOLIDAY BAKING AND A HEALTHY DIET ARE COMPATIBLE SHIPPING RULES AMENDED TO MEET DEMANDS FOR EXTRA VESSEL MANNING MIDLAND AND B. 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December IV* Volume 52, Number 12 :3:CD SIU Mans 13 More RRF Ship C/>O oc^o>2: •-< -n-»7c oo(/> m-< o-Hs: « Vessels to Aid Build-Uii Of Desert Shield Operat 'I ; •HC/5»-4C_ moo a-i • •< t .:::o ) o o o •-I s: ui OJ 1990 Marked by Wi In Key Union Areas , . — • ^"5® m H ••a vO if' '>4 j 'J •I -• Page 3 ' " ?v:'55l5. ' •; -V.M Supply Line Continues As the U.S. troop build-up increases in the Middle East, the government has broken out additional vessels to deliver supplies needed in Opera­ tion Desert Shield. Typical of the vessels engaged in this operation is the SlU-crewed RRF ship, the Equality State, pictured above. Also ferrying equipment (photo right) and transporting American soldiers (bot­ tom photo) are the government's eight fast sealift ships. Coast Guard Issues New Regulaiimrs On Drug Testing — ''r' 5'4' ' "'y' " I'l' • 'J. Page 4 ' Sea-Land Ship's Crew Rescue Political Refugees ' 5;li V /!•! .1 • t I • Page 6 *"'V- • I' 5 World Trade Talks Stalled; Marithne's Fate UnresoNed ? 1 A.i.-i:' : Page 2 •• Special Supplement q y; See Centerfold • • • �-Jc.. WSfSCS -JS • , •iV.. •• • I'^'"y-A.. '•• ;•• K.- Marine Semces Left on Agenda, But World Trade Talks Collapse Runaway Registries and Fast Bucks , A-.. Anyone who thinks pushcarts are a dying method of doing business hasn't taken notice lately of the growing number of ship registries throughout the world. It was the practice long ago in the shipping business for vessel operators to fly the flag of the nation in which they were based—-unless they were pirates, in which case they flew the Jolly Roger. There were ex­ ceptions, of course, like the British shipowners who used the Norwegian or the French flag in the 1700s and 1800s. It was in the 1920s and then again during and after World War II when the Panamanian, Liberian and HonMichael duran registries, with their lower safety and vessel in­ Sacco spection standards, tax advantages and substandard crew wages, began to expand their "flags for sale" operations. Easy Dollars But in the past 15 or 20 years, a number of sharp businessmen saw an opportunity to make easy bucks by setting up their own pushcarts or ha­ vens in various parts of the world where runaway ship operators Could register their vessels at a few cents less than the cost of doing so in Pan­ ama, Liberia and Honduras. There are perhaps 17 or 18 of these cut-rate flag salesmen around the globe. Typical examples are the South Pacific nations of Vanuatu and the Marshall Islands. Both of these registries were set up by enterprising Americans who count on tuming a nice buck by offering modem pirates a flag to fly on their ships which relieves them of meeting the rigid standards of the legitimate maritime nations, and gives them the freedom to hire and exploit untrained, hungry Third World seamen. Until an American businessman convinced the Vanuatu politicians that there was money to be made in operating ship registry offices, few people were aware of the country's existence. Once jointly mled by the British and the French, Vanuatu got its inde­ pendence in 1980, when it became a republic. It consists Of 80 islands in the South Pacific, 1,500 miles northeast of Sydney, Australia and 500 miles west of Fiji. It has a population of 125,000. ^ 'y. y\-: : •• • i'' • ,k' Ay\ • ''i A' • •a-.:' • 1 •. •1: •• -A A Runaway Havens These registry pushcarts fight real hard to attract shipowners shopping for the cheapest deal. All the operator is looking for is a flag to nail to the mast so that he can sail his ships with the least interference from civilized standards and conditions. And since the mnaway-flag havens perform little or no func­ tion other than to take the fees and issue a registration certificate, and have no trained seamen to man the vessels, they can afford to offer cutrate fees. A recent bidding war among Vanuatu, the Marshall Islands, Panama and Liberia to win over a Dutch shipowner, who was looking for a place to register seven or eight ships, ended up with Panama coming out on top. A half dozen lawyers, brokers and other operators who worked the deal, shared the booty. The emergence of these runaway-registry pushcarts are, in effect, a hustle. To me it's something like being in the business of issuing phony passports. They do not qualify as legitimate. Our concem with this racket is that it allows and encourages the abuse and exploitation of seamen who do not enjoy the protection of collective organization that we do. If this is going to be a better world, this is one of the problem areas that is going to require attention. We intend to take a good, hard look at these pushcarts and the evil that they generate. Holiday Greetings and Good Wishes To all our union brothers and sisters and their families, I extend my sincere good wishes for a happy holiday season and a healthy and safe New Year. ,.u • • •-.I •. • > si •: ' Volume 52, Number 12 December 1990 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSG Prince Georges, MD 20790-9998 and at additional mailing of­ fices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafar­ ers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith; Associate Editors, Daniel Duncan and Max Hall; Associate Editor^oduction, Deborah Greene, Art Direc­ tor, Si7/Grower. •jf'ltsfe.ifc,,--,.,, saFAHeiism 'i^ President's Report ••: •; •-. • .•• •••4' ••• v' :•/ _ ,'• j;, ,«ri^3 What was to be the final round of meetings in the current fouryear round of global trade negotia­ tions, which included discussions on transportation services, ended inconclusively earlier this month when no accord was reached in the area of govemment subsidies tp farmers. Although the talks were scheduled to wrap up this month, there is speculation that another session could be convened early in the new year. Because bringing waterbome transportation under the General Agreement on Trade and Tariffs (GATT) could jeopardize U.S. laws and programs designed to promote the American-flag mer­ chant marine, the SIU and other U.S. shipping interests have been working throughout the year to keep maritime services out of the world trade talks. Mixed Message on Maritime Joining the U.S. maritime in­ dustry on this matter have been a majority of Senate members and more than 150 congressmen. Gov­ emment officials in the U.S. De­ partment of Transportation and the Maritime Administration also have weighed in on the side of U.S. shipping. Despite the wide support for keeping marine transport out of the world trade framework, the American negotiators from the of­ fice of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), the gov­ ernment position responsible for representing American interests at the global trade talks, have been waffling on the issue. Before the talks disintegrated, bargainers from the USTR's office put a maritime services proposal on the table which would have sub­ jected the American shipping in­ dustry to the "general obligations" section of the GATT services agreement. Had this recommenda­ tion been implemented, American cabotage laws would be watered down, the scope of cargo prefer­ ence statutes would be limited and operating subsidies would be placed under severe restrictions. Furthermore, the USTR pro­ posal, ironically introduced as a "maritime exclusion" plan, would have limited future U.S. govemment-initiated programs designed to bolster the American-flag fleet and would have subjected U.S. shipping companies to GATT dis­ pute resolution mechanisms, which are significantly less effec­ tive than existing U.S. trade laws that provide strong measures to as­ sist American carriers in their quests to gain access to foreign markets. In a last minute change during the talks, U.S. trade negotiators switched tunes and reportedly in­ sisted all transportation sectors— including marine transport^—be considered separately from the GATT process. Fate Hinged on Farm Support While the maneuvering over maritime services and other kinds of industries—including telecom­ munications, financial services, patents, textiles—was going for­ ward, the overall trade talks were stymied by a lack of agreement in the area of farm subsidies. The U.S. negotiators insisted that farm export subsidies be cut and access to agricultural markets be im­ proved. The Europeans, who pro­ vide the highest level of gov­ emment support to the farm sector, refused to make deep enough cuts in agricultural subsidies to satisfy the U.S. govemment. No one knows for sure how the current Umguay Round of GATT talks will end. (This set of negoti­ ations is known for the nation in which the round was kicked off four years ago.) It appears that the talks might be reconvened early next year if the European Commu­ nity can formulate new proposals in the area of farm subsidies that will bring U.S. and other agricul­ tural-export nations back to the bargaining table. Talks Could Continue Evert if the GATT talks con­ tinue, another factor to be consid­ ered in assessing the future of the talks is the March 1 deadline for submission of any agreement to Congress. If a trade pact is not pre"sented to Congress before that date, the agreement will not hit the Senate and House floor under a so-called fast-track process, a term meaning a single up or down vote. Without fast-track consideration the agreement could easily get bogged down with a series of amendments. The SIU's govemmental and congressional affairs department and other U.S. shipping interests are keeping close tabs on the trade talks. Should the Umguay Round get revived, the American mari­ time community will continue to strenuously work towards the ex­ clusion of waterbome transport from any GATT agreement cover­ ing services. Seafarers Take Note Courses offered at the union's training facility, the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, are described in the special supplement of this month's edition of the Seafarers LOG. See centerfold for further details. • A'A �DECEMBER 1990 W0 •••„• -' .; ;v^'. -••- " •• yrr"vY-' •'r^ •<-'-' '^- J.'-; '•"' ;' v'',• ..', Seaferers Break Out 13 More RRF Ships Vessels Join Tremendous Supply Line For Mllltaiy's Operation Desert Shield w>ms. si An additional break out of Seafarers will crew another 13 ships from the government's Ready Reserve Force (RRF) fleet which has been activated by the military to support the massive deployment of supplies and equipment to the Persian Gulf. Upon notification of the new call-up, SIU President Michael Sacco called upon all Seafarers, elected officials and port personnel Military cargo destined for the Persian Quit is loaded on an SIUcrewed, U.S.-flag government ship. . 1990 Is Busy Year ForSIU Members •I'v.^""';.'.^'' ^/'V; '• •7 T' • '. • •. As 1990 comes to a close, hundreds of Seafarers were on dozens of commercial and military vessels ferrying materiel to American troops stationed in the Persian Gulf as part of Operation Desert Shield. Other Seafarers were at the union's training facility upgrading to key ratings and preparing for careers in the merchant marine. The surge in shipping caused by the massive American deployment to the Mideast after Iraq's aggressive take­ over of Kuwait in August came on the heels of what had been shaping up as a banner year for Seafarers, marked by many wins on many fronts — including at the bar­ gaining table, in securing more work and in the halls of Congress. With many SlU-contracted companies winning several government bids to operate and maintain military vessels. Seafarers in 1990 had a wide variety of employment opportunities even before Iraq's invasion of Kuwait and America's subsequent military build-up. Among the new military work captured by SlU-contracted operators were eight additional T-AGOS vessels, which joined the 10 ships in the same class already manned by Seafarers, and nine sealift tankers. More Pay, New Holiday Seafar6rs experienced the first of a series of 5 percent raises in pay on July 1, the starting date of the union's standard freightship and tanker agreements covering the upcoming three-year period. The across-the-board in­ crease in pay, affecting wages, overtime, premium pay and off-watch rates — along with higher longshore and tank-cleaning rates, a cost-of-living adjustment in the second and third year of the contract, an additional holiday and increases in maintenance and cure and subsistence/lodging to the amount paid to officers — represented a reversal in the so-called give-back mentality that had dominated negotiations with the shipowners throughout the 1980s. Furthermore, members of the SIU's Government Serv­ ices Division won a major back pay beef when it was proved that the Military Sealift Command Pacific Division should not have suspended overtime payments due its unlicensed civilian mariners, who are represented by the SIU. Increasing Earning Potential The union's membership continued to take advantage of the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, using the facility to upgrade ratings and broaden their repertoire of special shipboard skills. The Lundeberg School, for its part, expanded its curriculum to include an advanced fire fighting course recognized by the U.S. Coast Guard. To meet the needs of the shipping industry, the school instituted a more rigorous educational program for QMEDs. The U.S. Coast Guard, after reviewing the Lundeberg School's shiphandling course taught on a simulator, determined that graduates of the course would qualify for 60 days of seatime. Newly retiring Seafarers with 125 days of seatime after July I of this year, who met the eligibility requirements Continued on page 6 • - to do their part in meeting the manning needs of the sealift surge. For the duration Of the break out, Sacco extended until 10:00 pm»the hours of the union's man­ power center and hiring halls, which have been operating in high gear since August when the stepped-up shipping demands began. As part of the massive logistical effort supplying Operation Desert Shield, the most recently deployed RRF ships will carry heavy vehicles and other materiel for the soon-to-be 430,000 American mil­ itary personnel assigned to duty in the Persian Gulf. 18 RRF Ships Join Sealift Surge The orders to engage 18 more vessels from the government's 96-ship layup fleet were received by the Maritime Adminis­ tration early this month from the Military Sealift Command (MSC), the branch of the armed forces that oversees marine transport operations. Of the 18 vessels, which join the 48 RRF ships that already have been broken out ,13 are being manned by Seafarers, including four assigned to the SIU's Pacific District unions — Sail­ ors' Union of the Pacific (SUP) repre­ senting deck personnel, the Marine Fire­ men, Oilers and Watertenders (MFOW) providing black gang members and the Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District for the steward department. Among the 13 SlU-crewed vessels in this most recent break out are 12 breakbulk ships and one crane ship. The ships im' A fully-loaded military vessel, crewed by SIU members, carries equipment to the Middle East. are erewing out of Beaumont, Texas; Phil­ adelphia; New Orleans; Melville, R.I.; Alameda, Calif.; Richmond, CaliL; San Pedro, Calif.; Tacoma, Wash, and Port­ land, Ore. SIU members on the 13 RRF ships broken out this month join hundreds of their fellow Seafarers who currently are manning scores of vessels on the Persian Gulf run. Seafarers are traversing the oceans on commercial carriers, eight fast sealift ships, two aviation support vessels, one hospital ship and other RRF ships. As has been the case in all forward-deployed American military engagements, 95 per­ cent of all materiel supplying Operation Desert Shield is going by ship. MFD Asks Congress to Probe Report of AT&T Job Exports The 42-member unions of the AFLClO's Maritime Trades Department (MTD) called on Congress to examine what is behind the American Telephone and Tel­ egraph (AT&T) Company policy of aban­ doning the U.S. flag and transferring its new cable-laying vessels to foreign regis­ try. The MTD, whose affiliated unions rep­ resent a combined membership of 8.5 mil­ lion workers, suggested the forsaking of the American flag and American seamen by the huge corporation may be but the "opening gun in a plan by AT&T to export jobs throughout the giant enterprise when­ ever work can be performed cheaper by foreigners." In press reports in the New York Times (December 3) and Business Week (December 17), AT&T cited "economic" factors as the underlying reason for considering a foreign-flag, foreign-crewed ship opera­ tion. MTD President Michael Sacco noted that implicit in AT&T's scheme to use the world's lowest paid workers "is the po­ tential export of hundreds of thousands of jobs directly and from the ripple effect on the nation's economy and from the impact on scores of communities where AT&T facilities are located." No Longer 'American'? "Should AT&T be foolish enough to go forward with the scheme under consider­ ation, they certainly would forfeit any claim to further use the word 'American' in the company name, as far as the people of this country are concerned," said Sacco, who also heads the Seafarers International Union (SIU). Although AT&T, through its subsidiary Transoceanic Cable Ship Company, ne­ gotiated this past summer with the SIU over the manning scale for unlicensed seamen on its two new cable ships being built in Singapore, this fall rumors began to abound that the giant enterprise was conConHnued on page 6 -N'A �• •-; m ;.*T n'f fSl»'»f *• *1' 'f^ stuUEitSloe . «.; v." . ••' \ '••' ' - - • ! • Pre-Employment Drug Tests Resume; Random Screening Set for Coming Year &•]"•.. rf '-, 'i^, J- Pre-employment drug testing for Seafarers has resumed after the United States Coast Guard (USCG) refused to issue a third six-month waiver to the program. To ensure that all Seafarers are in compliance with the federal drug testing regulations, all SIU mem­ bers must obtain a drug-free certif­ icate before shipping. Any mariner now carrying a pre-employment drug-free clear­ ance dated June 21,1990 or earlier must now be retested in order to comply with the recent order of the Coast Guard, the government agency charged with implement­ ing and policing drug testing laws affecting civilian mariners. The Coast Guard notice advised U.S.-flag shipping companies, in­ cluding those with 50 or more em­ ployees and those with 11 to 50 workers, that as of December 21, 1990 all mariners joining a vessel must have a recently-issued drugfree certificate. The only SIU members ex­ cluded from the subsequent preemployment drug tests are those Seafarers who hold permanent jobs who are returning to the same vessel and same billet from which they signed off. 'f'".'- 'it J,-' .,• ".i-v "'JU.'" d "''.•••l.-i-'d • ;. '•••.• 'd Random Testing to Start The Coast Guard has indicated that it will issue procedures for ran­ dom drug testing on U.S.-flag ves­ sels sometime towards the end of this month. The agency's original random testing proposals, issued in late 1988, were shot down by the federal district court as a result of an SlU-initiated lawsuit seeking to f From the Federal Register jobs. The Coast Guard, therefore, is revising 118.a05(a) to provide that employees who have successfully passed a pre-employment test between May 1,1S89 and June 21,1989. may be deemed to have passed a preemployment test on June 21.1990 and ( ' therefore, until December 21.199a will 1 not need to have further preI employment testing when they change jobs. The Coast Guard also is revising S ie.205(b) to provide the same benefit to medium employers. These changes will mtnimiga the need for additional pre-employment testing by large and medium employers relieving them of an unintended economic burden. This rule relieves employers of the unintended economic and administrative burden of additional testing. The Coast Guard finds that notice and public comment are not necessary. Requiring notice and 1..'- ^raCOraSetpiuB nituiciJlliiuifr requirements of the final rule published on November 21.1988. ital Assessment Eovin Hie Coast Guard has considered the environmental impact of this amendment to the rules promulgated on November 21.198a and concluded that, under section 2.B.2.I. of Commandant Instruction Mie475.1B. they are categorically excluded from further environmental documentation. Federalism Implications In accordance with Executive Order 1MH2, the Coast Guard has determined that this final rule does not have sufficient federalism implications to warrant preparation of a Federalism Assessment List of Subjects in 46 CFR Part 16 Seamen. Marine safety, Navigation rWater). Alcohol and alMholic Official government notice of a return to pre-employment drug testing appeared in tfie October 2,1990 issue of the Federal Register. protect the privacy rights of all Seafarers. Earlier this year. Judge Thomas Hogan ruled in favor of the SIU and said the Coast Guard's random testing plan was too "intru­ sive on the individual's privacy in­ terests." The judge said the agency had failed to prove how all hands on a ship, especially those in the galley, were directly related to the safe navigation of a vessel. Since the court's ruling that ran­ dom testing as outlined in the early USCG regulations could not go forward as envisioned, the agency has been at work formulating a ran­ dom testing procedure that would overcome the court's objections. It is this new formulation of ran­ dom testing that is expected to be issued this month. After the new random testing regulations are an­ nounced, the procedures will be implemented by U.S.-flag ship­ ping companies 30 days from the date the process is announced. Consequently, Seafarers can ex­ pect random drug testing to begin in late January or early February. Any crewmember whose spe­ cific duties include lifeboat and fire drill exercises and who is con­ sidered to hold a safety-sensitive position will be subject to the ran­ dom testing procedures. The SIU will make available to Seafarers details of the Coast Guard's new random testing plan as soon as the regulations are made public towards the end of this month. Ex-SIUOfficial Longtime SIU official Thomas Gould passed away November 11 in New Orleans. Gould, 68, held books in both the deep sea and inland divisions. The Port Arthur, Texas native joined the SIU in December 1942 in the port of New Orleans. He also served the union as an organizer, patrolman and welfare officer in New Orleans and New York. "He was one good worker for the union," remembered C. E. "Buck" Stephens, who worked with Gould on many organizing missions within the Tidelands re­ gion of southern Louisiana. "We would visit guys in their homes because we found it better to talk to the members and their families," Stephens recalled. "The attitude among many workers in southern Louisiana in those days was fear of unions." Tough Times "We carried whatever we needed in our car because some­ times we couldn't get a room."Ste­ phens, who served many years as port agent in New Orleans before he retired, said he still keeps a cooler filled with soft drinks in his vehicles because of his organizing days with Gould. Angus "Red" Campbell, SIU vice president collective bargaining, said Gould "was well liked by the membership. He was very witty and funny. He was a good official." Besides his work in Louisiana, Gould helped organize the Broth­ erhood of Marine Engineers (the forerunner of District 2-MEBA) and was one of the first officials assigned to the Seafarers Welfare Plan in New York. ; .•••J',,' '''III 1 V.il' Vic.". Gulf Banker's Captain Praises Work of Ship's SiUCrew "V" j. • " 4'- -1 • d\:- '.••.I' •4, - x The hard work, resolve and de­ termination of the SIU crew aboard the SS Gulf Banker were praised by the vessel's captain in a recent letter to SIU President Michael Sacco. Captain Robert Leri said the Gulf Banker, operated by All Ma­ rine Services Ltd., was broken out as part of Operation Desert Shield after the vessel had been in moth­ balls for seven years. The master noted that the entire crew "re­ sponded to the call and had the ship on sea trials within eight days." He also heralded the efforts of three specific members of the crew. Leri praised Bosun Mauro de la Cerda not only for his work in the deck department, but also for help­ ing out wherever he was needed. "Mr. Mauro de la Cerda signed on the vessel as boatswain and it soon became apparent that Mauro was much more than the usual boat­ swain. . . Aside from the deck du­ ties required of the boatswain, Mauro could be found helping in the engineroom to replace main circulating pump couplings... The coupling was essential to keep the Norman and his department were the finest that I sailed with in 17 years as an officer." The Gulf Banker is part of the Ready Reserve Force. The 26year-old vessel was crewed in Or­ ange, Texas shortly after the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait. Captain Robert Leri of the Gulf Banker is flanked by Recertified Steward Norman Evans (left) and GSU Clarence Evans, both of Houston. Leri praised the work of the SIU crew aboard the RRF vessel. ship moving..." the captain wrote. "Chief Electrician Edwin Evans was more magician than electrician," Leri continued. He noted Evans had the electrical and refrigeration equipment operating as well if not better than before it went into layup. "Ed gave up his own personal time when the vessel was in the yard to assist the yard workers and lend his expertise," reported Captain Leri. Leri wrote that Chief Steward Norman Evans and the rest of the galley gang kept the crew's "spirits high and stomachs full with a never ending succession of one excep­ tional meal after another." The captain said he never had to worry about the work of the steward de­ partment the whole time he was ^board the ship. "Suffice to say that First Mate Cfiarley Cox (left) and Bosun Mauro de la Cerda take a break from the action onboard the Gulf. Banker. m �nMr--- DiaMBiR ,T..J •-11 '•..'r'Jf' • LNG Gemini crewmembers (left to right) OS Joan Ellis, AB Frank Vogier, Wiper Darryl Slaughter, AB Richard Williams, OS Johnny Rodriguez and QMED Otis Sessions listen to details on the new contract. Taking part in the shipboard meeting aboard the LNG Aquarius are (left to right) SA Ricky Hobson, Steward/Baker Alex Reyer, AB John O'Connell, Bosun Bob Callahan and Chief Cook ZeinAchmad. SlU LNG Crewmembers OK New Shipping Pact SIU members sailing aboard liquified natural gas (LNG) carri­ ers operated by Energy Transpor­ tation Corporation (ETC) unanimously ratified a new threeyear collective bargaining agree­ ment that will run into 1993. The agreement, which is retro­ active to July 1, features: • A 5 percent annual increase in wages, overtime, premium pay and off-watch rates which will result in higher vacation pay benefits and wage-related pensions. A cost-ofliving adjustment will be imple­ mented if inflation surpasses 5 percent in the second and third years of the agreement. • An additional paid holiday, Martin Luther King's birthday, is added, bringing the number of paid holidays to 10. • Maintenance and cure rates as well as subsistence and lodging will be in parity with what licensed officers receive. • Health care benefits will be maintained at current levels by the Seafarers Welfare Plan even though medical costs are increas­ ing and more companies are at­ tempting to have employees pay more of the expenses. The ratification votps, con­ ducted on each vessel, were held over the course of the last month immediately after an initial pact had been hammered out between the union's contract department and representatives of ETC. During the contract ratification •. J process, SIU representative Carl Peth, who is based out of headquar­ ters and the Lundeberg School, held shipboard union meetings on each vessel. Crew Should Bring LOGs Peth reported that every ship's crew requested that those members coming from the States pack extra Seafarers LOGs and other perti­ nent union and plans' materials that could be needed onboard. "Those ships never come back to the United States," Peth noted. "Sometimes the mails hold up the LOGs for several months, so crewmembers would like those coming aboard to bring the latest issues and information." Peth told the Seafarers LOG that one of the impressive sights on each vessel was the numerous plaques and commendations posted for each LNG ship's part in rescuing stranded boat people and mariners in the waters between In­ donesia and Japan. The eight ETC vessels carry liq­ uified gas from Indonesia to Japan in the only foreign-to-foreign trade shipping operation under the U.S. flag. Agreement between ETC and the SIU was reached after several months of negotiation. The union's bargaining strategy was based on the recommendations made by SIU members during the last three years in shipboard meetings and suggestions provided to the con­ tracts department. '".V IIF Listening to the discussion on the ETC agreement are LNG Taurus crewmembers (left to right) Bosun Charles Boyle, Steward/Baker Doyle Cornelius and QMED Tyler Womack. Preparing to vote on the new pact are LNG Gemini crewmembers (left to right) QMED Marcos Hall, SA Robert Maschmeier and Chief Cook Henry Daniels. From the left, AB John Ray, Bosun Robert Schwarz, SA Mark Holley and Steward/Baker Robert Adams review the new ETC agreement. Members of the LNG Libra gather to hear the details of the new ETC agreement. Among those listening aboard the LNG Capricorn to details of the new agreement are ABs Kenji Hoffman, Anthony Heinholt and Abdul Ibrahim, QMED Bruce Smith and Wipef Reginald Hunter. mm >'. T' .V. ' • (L s/ �•m "'•"'. f., ••.?^/:'-%^r'}•••' ..." SCAFARERS LOG SlU-Crewed Sea-Land Consumer MTD Asia NHI Rescues Four Cuban Refugees To Probe AT&T '•'i- • ili>?^: Jfo- The SlU-crewed Sea-Land Consumer res­ cued four Cuban lifeguards who had escaped from their island nation to seek political asylum. The quartet was sighted by lookouts aboard the Sea-Land vessel 55 miles south of Florida. According to reports, the four men had set sail in two rubber dinghys October 13 with five days worth of food. Shortly after setting sail from the northern resort town of Varadero, one of the rafts punctured. The four then rode the waves in the surviving II-foot raft. They were discovered five days later when the lifeguards fired flare guns in the night sky after spotting the Consumer. Sea-Land Consumer's Crew SIU crewmembers aboard the Consumer when the rescue took place included Bosun W. Mortier; ABs A.R. Camacho, W. Kratsas, J. A. Peacock, B. R. Churchill, O. Gonzalez and N. Bonafont; QMED Electrician W. L. Lindsey; OMUs J. E. Ramos, R. Quinonez and J. E. Villot; UDE L. A. Malave; Steward/Baker E. M. Vazquez; Chief Cook G. Serrano; and Stew­ pilsE®' 3";'® '•• ; . ard Assistants A. Garayua and R. P. Fox. The Cubans were turned over to U.S. Im­ migration and Naturalization (INS) authorities when the vessel arrived in San Juan, its next scheduled stop. After being questioned, the INS turned the four over to two Cuban exile groups who will sponsor them in their request for political asylum. Conditions Worsen The four told reporters in San Juan that economic conditions are worsening in Cuba as trade with the Soviet Union decreases. Repre­ sentatives from the exile groups said they expect a new wave of immigrants because of Cuba's increasing isolationism. The quartet also told reporters they survived a storm and sharks circling the raft. None of them admitted they feared dying at sea. One of the group said no planning took place before they left on their daring venture. They got into the rafts and left without a word because they feared being discovered by government-spon­ sored neighborhood defense committees. 1990 Mmked by Gam for Seafarers Continued from page 3 of the Seafarers Pension Plan, qualified for increased pension pay. The new pension rates, begun this year, increased the base pay of the regular normal pension and early normal pen­ sion from $450 to $600 a month. In addition, those retired Seafarers already on the pension rolls, received an extra cash payment of $400 in December of 1990On the legislative front, the maritime industry beat back attempts by giant commodity dealers to wipe out the requirement that 75 percent of government-generated food aid cargoes be car­ ried on American bottoms. The 10-month battle brought dozens of Seafarers to Capitol Hill to personally advise their elected officials of the importance of cargo preference statutes to the U.S.-flag shipping industry. •". •. ) ' •t':^';^;. Cargo Preference Intact During the fight, the Seafarers LOG exposed to Congress the fact that the North American Export Grain Association — the leading pro­ ponent of allowing American cargoes to be transported on foreign-flag ships — was nothing more than a front group for giant grain mer­ chants, many of which had close connections to vast fleets of foreign bulkers. The Congress, propelled by public outcry over the oil spill caused by the grounding of the Exxon Valdez on an Alaska reef the year before, passed a comprehensive legislative package aimed at reducing the risk of such accidents in U.S. waters. The bill mandates double hulls on all tankers over 5,000 gross tons operating within America's jurisdiction by the year 2015. The hours tanker crewmembers can work also was affected by the legislation. Under the bill, a seaman cannot work more than 15 hours in a 24-hour period or more than 36 hours in any 72-hour period, except in an emergency or drill. Throughout the year, the union worked to convince the administration that waterborne transportation services had no place on the agenda of the world trade talks, known as the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT). A majority of U.S. senators and more than 150 congressmen signed on to resolutions urging the United States trade representative to leave mar­ itime out of any new services agreement. If maritime were to be included in any world treaty, U.S. shipping interests believe the linch­ pins holding the American industry together would be eliminated. On the chopping block "' • Continued from page 3 sidering a foreign-flag set-up for the Global Link, due for completion late this year, and the Global Sentinel, scheduled for delivery in mid-1991. Concern over AT&T's job export strategies on the part of responsible elected officials and other Americans has resulted in a number of communications to Robert E. Allen, the chair­ man of the board and chief executive officer of the telecommunications empire. Congressman 'Dismayed' Earlier this month. Congressman Bill Rich­ ardson (D-N.M.) notified Allen in a letter, ". , .1 was dismayed to learn from reports appearing in Business Week magazine (December 17, 1990 edition) that American Telephone and Telegraph Company is considering disposing the American flag on its new cable-laying vessels and replacing it with a foreign operation, including manning the ships with foreigners instead of American seamen." Richardson asked that AT&T not desert the American flag and American workers. "In my humble view, a great deal is at stake in such a decision. A vast number of the shipboard jobs belong to highly skilled American personnel. Insofar as the vessels themselves are concerned, national security implications and national pres­ tige are involved," he said. "Additionally, other reports that have reached my office indicate that AT&T's plan to operate its new cable ships with foreigners under foreign registry is but the beginning of a massive cam­ paign to export American jobs," the New Mex­ ico congressman said. SIU hiring haiis were busy around the country in 1990. Pictured above are (left to right) Bosun William Reeves, AS Ciarence Lofton and AB Steven Fulford at the Mobiie hall's 1300 job call. would be the Jones Act, cargo preference and many bilateral agreements. With Our Brothers and Sisters In 1990, Seafarers around the country donned their white caps and assisted many brother and sister unionists with their beefs against anti­ union employers. SIU members walked picket lines with Machinists still on strike against Eastern Airlines, bus drivers fighting Grey­ hound's attempt to go non-union and workers from the New York Daily News, out on the street after putting up with months of manage­ ment-initiated harassment tactics. The union continued to strengthen its internal apparatus, emphasizing membership services. Towards this end, in the final months of the year, the union held regional meetings for its elected officials to review the union's various membership services programs. The composition of the union's executive board changed this fall after Joseph DiGiorgio, the SIU's secretary-treasurer for the past 18 years, announced his retirement. John Fay, formerly vice president lakes and inland waters, assumed the duties of the secretary-treasurer and Byron Kelley moved into Fay's previous post. Dean Corgey was named vice president gulf region. Prior to their appointments as vice presidents, both Kelley and Corgey had been assistant vice presidents for their respective regions. National Security Endangered The two senators from the state of Maryland, Paul S. Sarbanes (D) and Barbara A. Mikulski (D), both of whom share a special interest on the issue because — until the issue of a foreign registry hit the streets it has been expected that the Global Link's home port would be Baltimore, also communicated their concern to AT&T. In late October, when the very first word of AT&T's foreign registry plans surfaced. Con­ gress woman Helen Delich Bentley (R-Md.) im­ mediately communicated with AT&T's chair­ man of the board and chief executive officer. "As a proponent of the U.S. merchant marine, I find such rumors most disturbing," Bentley said. "Such a move, should the reports be factual, would have serious consequences for the industry. . ." Communications Unanswered Each communication to Allen, beginning with Congresswoman Bentley's request that the company provide her with details on the AT&T plans for operating the new vessel and subse­ quent letters from other elected officials, has remained unanswered. Apparently the company has decided not to respond to any of commu­ nications on this matter. This behavior on the part of AT&T is considered all the more strange because in a number of public forums officials of Transoceanic Cable insist the company is only looking and studying the foreign-flag option but no final decision has been made. The MTD has asked Congress as a whole, because of the institution's deep concern with "the declining strength of America's industrial and technological capability, and individual members of Congress, because each legislator may have an interest in the possible effect of the AT&T plan on his or her constituency, to examine in detail all aspects of the contemplated job-export proposal." �. '-H-' bT • I^KEMBiR 1990 : c./ LNG Aries Crew Scores High on Holiday Treats >, >'S' , The extra efforts of the LNG Aries steward department to make Thanksgiving's meal a very spe­ cial one did not go unnoticed by fellow crewmembers. AB Joe Morrison, who contacted the LOG about the ship's holiday fare, said the Thanksgiving food was "the best I have had in the 36 years I've been sailing, either on John L. Gibbons land or at sea." Brother Morrison reported that the LNG Aries galley crew—com­ prised of Steward/Baker John L. Gibbons, Chief Cook Udjang Nurdjaja, and Steward Assistants Angel Granado, Elizabeth Leech and Anthony St. Clair—put on a perfect meal. "Not only did every­ thing taste good, but there was a huge variety of everything and it was all so well decorated. It was just excellent," said Morrison. Udjang Nurdjaja But it is not just the holiday fare which makes the current LNG Aries steward department so out­ standing, says Morrison. "The food every day on this ship is like a holiday ... It really makes a difference when you get on a ship and every meal is so deliciousthe fish is always fresh, there is always a decorated salad bar and in general a good, clean galley." Morrison noted that the SIU has many top-notch stewards. "In my book, John Gibbons would be in the top echelon of our great stew­ ards," he noted. "Gibbons also has one terrific crew to work with-^ they are all professionals and very good at what they do," Morrison added. "Every trip is a good one when you have a super steward depart­ ment. I think if the food is good, then you have a good working ship," the AB concluded. LNG ARIES Thanksgiving Day Menu CfiUCediFreshSfiTimpCocktaiC Salad'Bar 9{ors d'oeuvres Chicken Consomme CraS & Shrimp 'Bisque 'Broiled qreshLoBster Tail fHpastedTom Turkey & Qihlet Qravy Oven ^ast Trime ^6 of Beef Baked Smoked 'Uirginia ATam Tresh andTrozen l/egetahCes : !HbtB)innerl(pQs • TMinceBie, Apple Bie, Bumpkin Tie, Truit Cake, Cheese Cake, Butter Bound Cake Coffee, Tea, Cocoa, ^ : chilledTresh Bruit, " J^sortedCandy, 9dv(ed0luts • :,A _ '- •• .' :A ..- S€m Francisco Port Hosts Thanksgiving Feast Thanksgiving was a special time for the members, families and friends of the SIU in the port of San Francisco. Volunteer stewards served more than 200 people turkey with all the trimmings in the hall the day before the November holiday. "It was really a beautiful event," said San Francisco Port Agent Nick Celona. "A lot of the members brought their families and we had a real holiday atmosphere here." Chief Cook Roland Francisco headed the galley gang that pre­ pared six turkeys, sweet and mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy and dessert. Francisco, a 33-year member of the SIU, was assisted by active members S. I. Yew and Greg Stone as well as pensioners Ed Kasa and Charlie Caloto. Retiree Sam N. "Smitty" Smith used his 28 years of experience sailing aboard cruise ships as a recertified chief steward and maitre d' to supervise the decoration of the hall. "They did a fantastic job," Celona noted. The port agent said union members and their families were joined by officials from the SIU and other area maritime unions as well as company representatives. He thanked Harold Strauss, Sea-Land port steward; Bill Mines, American President Lines labor relations officer; and Ron Lempiere, Matson port steward, for their donations to the meal. The festivities wrapped up with a surprise birthday cake for Fran­ cisco, who had turned 63 the day before. Above, deck department member Tony Evanosich and his wife, Mary, relax during the festivities. At right, retired MCS member Sam N. "Smitty" Smith sets up the dessert table. WX •. ' Roland Francisco prepares another plate of food while S.I. Yew takes a completed dish to a waiting member. I . ssiM-.l Above, the family of Chief Cook Adel Abraham (right) enjoys the delicious food served in the port of San Francisco. At left, the galley gang of (left to right) Chief Cook Roland Francisco, retiree Charlie Caloto, black gang member Greg Stone and pen­ sioner Ed Kasa prepare to serve more members. i S--'A Even the staff of St. Mary's Clinic, which provides health care for SIU members, enjoys the holiday meal. Staff member Susanna Israel is standing while seated are (left to right) Alicia White, Sandy Springman, SIU Welfare Representative Vince Coss and Beulah Crouse. . At the Thanksgiving feast, SUP Patrolman Andy Anderson (left) talks with MFOW mem­ ber Curly Savant (seated) and Recertified Steward Bill Wroton. Ron Lempiere (left), Matson port steward and Bill Mines, American President Lines labor relations officer, talk with members in the SIU hall. Recertified Bosun Joseph San Fillipo takes a loaded plate from the serving window. Above, among the officials at the Thanks­ giving dinner are (left to right) Sal Tarantino, retired Pacific Far East Lines labor relations official; Roger Boschetti, retired MCS official; Gunnar Lundeberg, SUP president; Nick Celona, Sari Francisco port agent; George McCartney, SIU West Coast vice president; H. "Whitey" Disley, MFOW president; and Bill Fiore, United Food and Commercial Workers Local 1100 Members wait eagerly in line to fill their plates with the Thanksgiving dinner. president. • • "im t• �8 SOfAReHSLOG _,. i.; ^.v-v .'V > During most sailing seasons on the Great Lakes, the Sam Laud would be one of the last vessels still plying the waters. However, this is not a typical season for the SlU-crewed vessel. The Laud will be sailing into Sturgeon Bay, Wis. late this month to get ready for its extensive five-year Coast Guard inspec­ tion. "She needs to have some yard work done," reported Algonac Port Agent Jack Allen, "so she will be tying up early." Algonac Patrolman Andy Goulet, a former bosun aboard the Laud, verified the American Steamship Company vessel generally is one of the last to head for safe harbor in the winter. "It's able to go out and get those last little loads that need to be delivered here and there before tying up." The crewmembers are well aware they usually have one of the longer seasons on the Great Lakes, "When they come aboard in March, they know we will be sailing nine to 10 months," said Bosun Robert Charters of Frankfort, Mich. "They are a good and hard-working crew." ,"• .r' T lUy ..3 - :|;>Vvr if• fl • : rwi \/,i; ir f:'-iC -Spii# -It-, Second Cook Roy Calo slices open a bag of meat as he prepares to make dinner. Tramp Runs All Over Lakes The Sam Laud, a 635-foot self-unloader operated by American Steamship Company, is known as a "tramp" on the Lakes, according to Goulet. Unlike most vessels, it does not have a dedicated run so it travels around from job to job. At times it loads coal in Toledo, Ohio and carries it to Green Bay, Wis. or Manistee, Mich. Other times it is used to load stone in Alpena or Rogers City, Mich, for various ports along the lower Lakes. It also can be used in the twisting Cuyahoga River through Cleveland because of its maneuverability. The Laud will not be alone in heading for harbor at the end of December. Two other ASC vessels, the St. Clair and the Walter J. McCarthy, also will be tying up. Their winter homes will be in the Duluth, Minn./SuperiOr, Wis. harbor. Already some of the smaller vessels operating on the rivers and canals have ceased operations for the winter, Allen reported. The Sault Ste. Marie locks are scheduled to close January 15, marking the official end of the Lakes shipping season. As the winter has been fairly mild in the upper Mid West, many SIUcrewed vessels originally scheduled to tie up early will continue to sail into January. •i>.' ';•> if ' SI Porter Joe Schefke waits for a load of dishes to come out of the washer. Deckhand Mark Brockman (left) and AB Raul Barrera await orders on the deck of the Sam Laud. Vv .-'V;'., . '. •; i •; - .» • •WyJt :'• r.M: i, - -: • f' .--fe • Conveyorman Pete McCabe studies the control board on the Laud's deck. v'J;- • • .? • >i. QMED John Cull has his arms filled with power lines in the engine room. Keeping an eye on the oil level in the Laud's engine is the job of QMED Dave Cameron. �•^^•"''j-'''" • - i'- A-vC-y'l^^ DEaMBERim T he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 27 members this month. Of these, 16 sailed in the deep sea division, eight shipped in the inland division and three came from the Great Lakes. Brother Edward Ruley has the distinction of being with the Seafar­ ers for the longest period of time. He signed on with the iinion in July 1943 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Brother Simon Kendall is the old­ est of the new pensioners. The gal­ ley gang memter tumed 70 earlier this year. Brief biographical sketches of these and the other retiring Seafarers follow: DEEP SEA OTIS C.BAI­ LEY JR., 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in October 1945 in the port of Norfolk, Va. The Virginia na­ tive sailed in the engine department. Brother Bailey calls North Fort Meyers, Fla. home. HOWARD G. BRADSHAW, 59, joined the SIU in October 1955 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Bom in Newport News, Va., he served in the Air Force from 1948 to 1951. Brother Bradshaw shipped in the black gang. Toward the end of his career he sailed out of the port of Jacksonville, Fla. where he has re­ tired. MARCUS L. DENNIS, 65, joined the union in April 1969 in the port of San Francisco. A member of the engine depart­ ment, he upgraded to QMFD at the Lundeberg School in 1973 and 1978. Brother Dennis has retired to his native Jacksonville, Fla. JOHN T. KELLY, 67, joined the Seafar­ ers in August 1970 in his na­ tive New York. He served in the Army from 1940 to 1945. Brother Kelly upgraded his deck department rating at the Lundeberg School in 1971 and 1974. He lives in Brentwood, N.Y. SIMON C. KENDALL, 70, joined the SIU in October 1966 in the port of New York. Brother Kendall shipped in the steward de­ partment. He has retired to his native French Lick, Ind. pT''" To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. JOSEPH KLONDYKE, 63, joined the union in October 1957 in the port of New Orleans. A native of De­ troit, he served in the Army from 1946 to 1947. Brother Klondyke started his career in the galley gang but switched to the deck department. Some of his earliest jobs were aboard Mississippi Steamship Company vessels. He re­ sides in West Columbia, S.C. JOHN KUCHARSKI, 66, joined the Seafarers in Octo­ ber 1960 in the port of New Or­ leans. Bom in Baltimore, he served in the Navy from 1940 to 1945. Brother Kucharski shipped in the deck department. He has retired to New Orleans. CHARLES S. LUCAS, 65, joined the SIU in July 1959 in the port of Mobile, Ala. He was bom in Mississippi and sailed in the engine department. Brother Lucas calls Perkinston, Miss. home. HERBERT A. MILLARD, 64, joined the union in December 1965 in the port of New Orleans. The native of Co­ lumbus, Ohio served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. Brother Millard shipped in the engine department before retiring to San Francisco. STANLEY F. PHILLIPS, 66, joined the Seafar­ ers in October 1969 in the port of New York. Bom in Indiana, he served in the Navy from 1942 to 1945 and 1950 to 1951. One of Brother Phillips' first ships was the SS Amerigo. He sailed in the engine department. Pen­ sioner Phillips lives in Jasonville, Ind. Navy from 1942 to 1945, he sailed with the union from 1947 to 1952. Brother Robillard shipped in the deck departrnent before he retired to Slidell, La. EDWARD C. RULEY, 67, joined the union in July 1943 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. He sailed in the deck department and upgraded to recertified bosun in 1974 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Ruley resides in his native Baltimore. JOHN T. SKUBA,65, joined the Seafar­ ers in January 1962 in the port of San Francisco. The Pennsylva­ nia native sailed in the black gang. Brother Skuba calls Drifton, Pa. home. RAYMOND C. STEELE, 61, joined the SIU in November 1949 in the port of New York. Bom in Florida, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Steele shipped from the port of Jacksonville, Fla. before he retired to Milton, Fla. HOWARD WEBBER, 63, joined the union in August 1946 in the port of New York. He was bom in Fast Liverpool, Ohio and sailed in the deck department. Brother Webber upgraded to recertified bosun at the Lundeberg School in 1980. He lives in Brooklyn, N.Y. THOMAS R. WRIGHT, 61, joined the Seafar­ ers in April 1972 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. A native of Geor­ gia, he served in the Marines from 1948 to 1952. Brother Wright started sailing with the union in 1961 and upgraded to QMFD in 1975 at the Lundeberg School. He worked with the SeaLand shore gang at Port Everglades, Fla. before he took up retirement, and began living in Jacksonville. INLAND ALBERT J. ROBILLARD SR., 66, rejoined the SIU in Sep­ tember 1980 in his native New Orleans. After serving in the JAMES A. BENOIT,63, joined the SIU in March 1962 in the port of Hous­ ton. He was bom in Lowry, La. and served in the Army from 1945 to 1946. Boatman Benoit sailed as a tugboat captain and upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1976. He calls Jennings, La. home. HORACE M. BUZBEE, 62, joined the union in Febmary 1980 in the port of New Orleans. The Alabama native shipped in the deck depart­ ment. Boatman Buzbee resides in Spanish Fort, Ala. JOHN G. IFFLAND, 62, joined the Seafarers in September 1971 in the port of Philadelphia. He was bom in Brooklyn, N.Y. and served in the Air Force from 1948 to 1952. Boat­ man Iffland sailed as a tankerman on Interstate Oil Transport equipment. He lives in Wilmington, Del. W.J. KRISTIANSEN, 69, joined the SIU in October 1980 in the port of Norfolk, Va. A native of Nor­ way, he sailed as a cook. Boatman Kristiansen has re­ tired to Chesapeake, Va. S.S3 ,. •'ff •i • •A, WILLIAM F. LARY, 65, joined the union in September 1972 in the port of St. Louis. The San Diego native served in both the Army and Navy from 1942 to 1962. He sailed as a cook. Boatman Lary calls St. Louis home. BERNARD MILLINGTON, 67, joined the Seafarers in Octo­ ber 1975 in the port of Philadel­ phia. Bom in Sanford, Maine, he served in the Navy from 1942 to 1963. Boatman Millington sailed as a cook on Interstate Oil Transport vessels. He resides in Lutz, Fla. GEORGE C. PARKS, 66, joined the SIU in July 1977 in the port of Norfolk, Va. A native of Deep Creek Neck, Va., he served in the Army from 1942 to 1947. Boatman Parks sailed as a tugboat captain be­ fore he retired to Portsmouth, Va. REGINAL M. PASUR, 65, joined the union in May 1957 in the port of Hous­ ton. He was bom in Arkansas Pass, Texas and served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. Boatman Pasur sailed in the deck de­ partment on G&H Towing tugboats. He lives in Freeport, Texas. GREAT LAKES RICHARD D. GLOWACKI, 65, joined the SIU in April 1969 in the port of Detroit. Bom in Buffalo, N.Y., he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Brother Glowacki sailed in the engine department before he retired to Cheektowaga, N.Y. • • • .''lis. .S •S- �mmsm -•••-ivV V sarmRsm 10 v|-' JattWUY ^ Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea Februmy ^iv: Uembership tUeetingsf Deep Sea, Lakes, Inlaud Waters NOVEMBER 1-30, 1990 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip Reliefs ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Port on 30 2 1 Philadelphia s^altitnore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans 10 4 2 Piney Point Monday, January 7 : Monday, February 4 New York Tuesday, January 8 Tuesday, February 5 niiladelpliia Wednesday, January 9 Wednesday, February 6 Baltimore Thursday, January 10 Thursday, February 7 Norfolk San FrariciscOl Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu t 1' Wxx 2 0 "9^ 11 31 •••vT'iV 14 5 2 J 15 f- 0 2 136 Totals i- • •M 0 6 5 >>/ 6 3 3 13 1 10 * 89 ; 4 0 9 lis: 0 6 87 13 1 2 9 0 105 8 1 2 12ilOl 10 88 6 1 2 20 8 2 0 A .J. ^1 4 0 8 !tOs 0 . i 6 3 5 5 1 !»'•< ^ • 62 64 STEWARD DEPARTMENT & 5;,: f- ^ . Tuesday, January 15 Tuesday, February 12 . 2 ,' 6 148 I • 5' 134 43 31 130 ' Mobile Wednesday, January 16 Wednesday, February 13 San Francisco Thursday, January 17 Thursday, February 14 Wilmington Tuesday, January 22 Tuesday. February 19 Seattle .i : Friday, January 25 Friday, February 22 ^^ San Juan Thursday, January 10 Thursday, February 7 St. Loute , i.'i>uajf,,«ajiucujr Friday, January 18 to Friday, February 15 Honolulu Friday, January 18 : Friday, February 15 Duluth Wednesday, January 16 Wednesday, February 13 Jersey City Wednesday, January 23 Wednesday, February 20 NewBedford Tuesday, January 22 Tuesday, February 19 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Port :,- -I 0 Ills:-:,: Port New York Philadelphia 'M:-; } ^ 4 te A' ' • Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu |iioustotil:|St.;LOuiS Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville j;San •Frartds<# Wilmington ' Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Pihev Point Totals Jacksonville Thursday, January 10 Thursday, February 7 Algonac Friday, January 11 Friday, February 8 Houston Monday, January 14 Monday, February 11 New Orleans ' ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port New York I Philadelphia ' Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans j Jacksonville: San Francis ..f'- • ... Thursday, January 10 Thursday, February 7 ' St. Louis^' ; Piney Poinjg; Totals ; - ' • • T ''y natrnM., |:Pttil|uJei|^^ ! Baltimordj Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu I'tlQUsloii j St. Lrpuis [Piney Point Totals if 10 The following crewmembers of the Cape Mohican are due overtime checks for November 28,1990. Please contact the Con­ tracts Department in Camp Springs, Md. at (301) 899-0675 for more information. Totals All Departments 592 505 532 509 404 393 198 908 553 688 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of Novonher was up from the month of October. A total of 1,504 Jobs were shipped on SlU-cohtracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,504 jobs shipped, 509 jobs or about 34 percent were taken by **A" seniority members. The rest were filled by ''B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 198 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 13,399 jobs have been shipped. ''yy'y •' ''''4- mx.' William Babbitt Donald C. Coggins Michael Crutchfield Marco MafHoli J. Scovel • Keith Thompson Jon Weirauch Frank M. Ziobro ^ ^ 'A :; A '• w,. X �SEAmttEttS Special Supplement This handy version of the Lundeberg School's catalogue is printed in the LOG as a convenience to SIU members. Please keep for reference. 1991 Opportunities to upgrade work iskiils and consequently increase pay rates are available to SIU members through the union's Sea­ farers Harty Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Seafarers, in planning for 1991, can use this special supplement of the LOG to review courses offered by the Lundeberg School. On page 4 of the supplement, the Lundeberg School's 1991 sched­ ule is published. It should be noted that on occasion, because of the manpower needs of SlU-contracted operators, course dates may change. Seafarers should continue to consult each monthly edition of the Seafarers LOG for the most up-to-date course schedules. Because of increased shipcrewing demands resulting from the government's military mobili­ zation to the Persian Gulf, the Lundeberg School currently is of­ fering back-to-back courses for Seafarers with enough seatime to upgrade to the ratings of able bod­ ied seamen (ABs) and fire­ men/water tenders/oilers (FOWTs). Courses at the Lundeberg School continually are developed and improved to keep abreast of the latest technological changes in the maritime field, and the newest teaching aids and practices are im­ plemented by a staff of highly qualified instructors specializing in virtually every area of maritime studies. The course offerings in the upgrading programs include unli­ censed and licensed ratings in the deck and engine departments and all ratings in the steward depart­ ment. The Lundeberg School was es­ tablished in 1953 and moved to Piney Point, Md. in 1967 as a prod­ uct of a unique cooperative effort between the Seafarers Interna­ tional Union and the management of privately-owned American-flag deep sea ships and inland tugs and towboats. What follows is a brief sum­ mary of each of the courses scheduled for the coming year. Eligibility requirements vary from course to course, so any member interested in upgrading should first check with the Lundeberg School's admissions office. Deck Department Able Bodied Seaman This special four-week course leads to endorsement as an able bodied seaman (AB). It consists of classroom work and practical training in deck seamanship, rules of the road, marlinSpike seaman­ ship, helmsmanship, cargo han­ dling, safety, fire fighting, emergency procedures, first aid, underway and vertical replenish­ ment, and crane and fork truck op­ erations. Lifeboat/Water Survival The course of instruction lead­ ing to a lifeboatman certification consists of classroom work and practical training in emergency drills, lifeboat construction, life­ boat launching and recovery, basic compass navigation, life raft con­ struction, life raft launching and maintenance, and use of all lifeboat and life raft equipment. Students also leam different survival meth­ ods and use of emergency radio and distress signals. At least three hours each day is spent outdoors in the lifeboats con­ ducting practical exercises such as rowing/coxswain training and davit operations. Students must pass a U.S. Coast Guard examina­ tion in this course. Shlphandllng Simulator The Coast Guard-approved shiphandling simulator course pro­ vides realistic bridge watchstanding training for deck personnel aboard both deep sea and inland vessels. Successful completion of this two-week course is accepted as credit for 60 days of sea time on vessels of unlimited tonnage. Special areas of skills develop­ ment include general shiphandling and helmsmanship, river and chan­ nel transits, entering and departing various ports, coastal navigation. Navy-related operations such as convoy and underway replenish­ ment, hawser towing, pushboat towing and emergency sMphandL ing. The Lundeberg School's Hagglund crane Is one of the pieces of equipment students leam to use In the Seallft Operatbns and Maintenance course. Radar Observer The radar observer course of instmction leads to a radar observer •*''1 -ft-i' "If •• Upgrading members In the fire fighting course learn the correct way to handle fire fighting equipment to control a blaze aboard ship. endorsement. The Coast Guardapproved course consists of both classroom lectures and practical application, including radar thcr ory, observation, operation and use, interpretation and plotting, ad­ vanced radar plotting, collision avoidance and navigational exer­ cise. Practical training includes operation of audio-visual and state-of-the-art radar simulation equipment to include student con­ trol and maneuvering of a vessel, plotting courses and safely maneu­ vering a ship without jeopardizing the safety of other vessels. The five-week course of in­ struction covers the areas of sun­ rise-sunset-twilight, latitude observations by sun and polaris, celestial running fixes by sun^ stars-planets, compass error by amplitude and azimuth, star identi­ fication, care and use of the sex­ tant. It should be taken by all applicants who are eligible for a license as Master or Mate of Unin­ spected Vessels or those who are eligible for a license as Towboat Operator-Oceans. Third Mate Engine Department This 13-week course consists of classroom instruction in all areas of terrestrial navigation, deck sea­ manship, rules of the road, ship­ building, ship stability, cargo handling, federal regulations, first aid, CPR and fire fighting. This material includes all subject areas found on the U.S. Coast Guard li­ cense exam for third mates. Limited License for Mate or Master The 10-week course of instruc­ tion leading to a license as mate or master of steam or motor vessels of limited tonnage up to and includ­ ing 1600 gross tons includes the study of inland and international rules of the road, piloting in coastal waters, weather observations and forecasting, shiphandling, cargo equipment—handling and stow­ age, stability, safety, basic and ad­ vanced fire fighting, first aid, CPR, ship's business and shipboard rou­ tine. This course is designed to pre­ pare the experienced seaman for the United States Coast Guard li­ cense exams for either operator of uninspected towing vessels or mate/master of vessels of 100 gross tons up to and including 1600 gross tons upon inland waters or near coastal waters. Celestial Navigation " /. 1J V.' •tl t'i QMED-Any Rating The curriculum for certification and endorsement as a Qualified Member of the Engine Department (QMED)-Any Rating consists of a 12-week course leading to the fol­ lowing ratings: pumpman, refrig­ eration engineer, electrician, machinist, deck engineer, junior engineer and deck engine me­ chanic. The course of instruction lead­ ing to an endorsement in each of these ratings consists of classroom work as well as practical training. Flreman/Watertender & Oiler The six-week course of instruc­ tion leading to endorsement as fireman/watertender, oiler (FOWT) consists of classroom instruction and practical training. Topics cov­ ered include the parts of a boiler, engine room equipment, fire fight­ ing, safety procedures, engineroom procedures, operating auxiliary equipment, watchstanding and starting and securing main engines. This course prepares the student for Coast Guard General Safety, Oiler and Fireman/Watertender tests. Continued on next page Seafarers LOG, Decemtier Suf^lement-Page 1 fk - ^ a/. �have no electrical or electronics background. Marine Electronics Technician '•M'- • «{?.-. '.if /'V--^ ••'c!:.-::rk>K "• • " ^:-r•' The modern Paul Hall Library and Maritime Museum houses more than 17,000 volumes on maritime and labor history as well as a collection of ship models, historic nautical instru­ Standard service techniques are emphasized such as the operation, trouble-shooting and maintenance of ships' stores plants, air condi­ tioning plants, cargo ventilation and dehumidifying equipment, as well as pantry refrigerators, water coolers and ice machines. Practical shop training includes the complete fabrication of a work­ ing refrigeration system from basic system components. An introduc­ tion to refrigerated container units is also presented. Pumproom Maintenance and Operations The seven-week course leads to certification in pumproom mainte­ nance and operations. TThe curricu­ lum consists of cargo properties and emergency procedures, tanker development and construction, op­ eration and maintenance of valves and pumps, loading procedures, c^go pump operation, cargo mea­ surement, discharging procedures, ballasting procedures, tank clean­ ing, inert gas systems, fire fighting and safety, pollution control and cargo control systems. Upon com­ pletion of the course, a Lundeberg School certification of graduation will be issued. •f.:- '•• ' Ik• fil: • 5; - V. This four-week course leads to certification in refrigerated con­ tainers and consists of both class­ room and practical shop training. The training experience will en­ able the student to assume the du­ ties of a maintenance electrician onboard container ships carrying refrigerated containers. The student will receive training in all phases of refrigerated con­ tainer unit operation, maintenance, repair and trouble-shooting. This will include the various types of engines, refrigeration systems and electrical systems. The course is designed to help the student develop a systematic approach to trouble-shooting as well as to acquaint the student with specific maintenance procedures. Marine Electrical Maintenance I- J5 Refrigerated Containers Maintenance See page 4 of this LOG supplement for the full course schedule for 1991. !;• The course of instruction lead­ ing to certification in marine elec­ trical maintenance consists of both classroom and practical shop train­ ing. Included in the study are the theory of electricity, electrical power circuits, electrical schemat­ ics, electrical test equipment, elec­ tric motors and controllers and various shipboard electrical sys­ tems. Practical shop training includes lighting circuits and fixtures, maintenance and trouble-shooting of working DC and AC motors and controllers, galley equipment and electrical distribution systems. Upon completion of this eightweek course, a Lundeberg School certificate of graduation will be is­ sued. Diesel Engine Technology This four-week course, leading to certification in diesel engine technology, consists of both class­ room instruction and practical hands-on training. Topics of in­ struction include diesel engine the­ ory, two- and four-stroke cycle operating principles; and the con- • • . . • •- r •': ments and union memorabilia. It is also home to the media center, which provides students with audiovisual equipment and software and a television studio and production facility. Refrigeration Systems, Maintenance & Operations This six-week course of instruc­ tion leading to certification in re­ frigeration systems maintenance and operations consists of both classroom instruction and practical shop training. Topics of instruction include the theory of mechanical refrigeration, riiajor system com­ ponents, accessories, cycle con­ trols, refrigerants and oils, ^d applied electricity. struction, operation, maintenance, repair and trouble-shooting of low, medium and high speed diesel en­ gines. Associated auxiliaries in­ cluding intake and exhaust systems, lubrication and cooling systems. Fuel injection and start­ ing systems will be covered as well. The student will receive practi­ cal training in the operation and repair of 01 diesel uiesei engines eiigiiit onboard school training vessels. Hydraulics The course of instruction in hy­ draulics consists of classroom and practical training. Topics covered in this four-week course are fluids, actuators, control devices, pumps, reservoirs, symbols and hydraulic systems in marine equipment. Upon completion of the course, a Lundeberg School certificate of graduation will be issued. Welding The course of instruction in basic welding consists of class­ room and on-the-job training. This four-week course includes practi­ cal training in electric arc welding and cutting and oxy-acetylene brazing, welding and cutting. Upon completion of the course, a Lundeberg School certificate of graduation will be issued. Basic Electronics Basic electronics is a four-week course which helps Seafarers de­ velop an understanding of what goes on inside the electronic boxes found aboard ship. The topics covered include prin­ ciples of analog electronics, active devices and basic digital electron­ ics. The student will leam all as­ pects of circuit diagrams, and the instructor will work with each course participant individually to ensure a working knowledge of all shipboard electronic devices. This course is an excellent way to prepare for the Marine Electronics Technician course, and is strongly recommended for those who wish to take that course but College Degree Program Offered The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seaman­ ship offers associate in arts de­ gree programs in Nautical Science Technology for deck de­ partment students and Marine Engineering Technology for en­ gine department students. Both degrees offer concentrations in either the deep sea or inland in­ dustry. Certificate programs in­ clude Maritime Service Technician Certificate, and Mar­ The 12-week course consists of the principles of analog and digital electronics with emphasis on ship­ board circuitry and communica­ tions. Students have the opportunity to review AC and DC theory, power supplies, oscillators, amplifiers, receivers, transmitters, antennas, operating practices and regula­ tions, digital devices and controls, digital transmission, computer based automation, and trouble­ shooting of analog and digital equipment. A daily lab follows each lecture period. itime Technology with concen­ trations in Nautical Science or Marine Engineering. The Mari­ time Technology Certificate is awarded upon successful com­ pletion of the trainee program. All programs are designed to provide the opportunity for mem­ bers of the SIU to earn a college de^ee or certificate in their occu­ pational areas and provide a solid academic foundation in general education subjects. • Practice in plotting a course is part of the Radar Observer upgrading course. Electro-Hydraulic Systems Consisting of the principles of electrical control of hydraulic sys­ tems, this course covers^eargo winches, deck cranes,'anchor windlasses, ships' steering sys­ tems, ramps, stem ramps, fire doors and a wide variety of ship­ board systems. The six-week course reviews the hydraulic components and their functions as well as basic hydraulic systems. Application of electrical controls and some typical ship­ board electro-hydraulic equipment is also cdvered. The first weeks are devoted to the electro-hydraulic deck crane, electrical relay sequenced hydrau­ lic operation together with trouble­ shooting and maintenance. The remainder of the course is devoted to other electro-hydraulic ship­ board systems. Oil Spill Prevention and Containment. This one-week course consists of classroom, laboratory and onContinued on next page Seafarers LOG, December Supplenient-^>age2 •• -My I? ;• •- .i--V .• . -'i �vv v the-job training exercises. Topics of instruction include types of oil and petroleum products and their behavior on water, pollution pre­ vention regulations, spill preven­ tion and small boat operations. Students will receive instruction in spill containment booms and boom towing configurations and anchor­ ing operations. Also covered in the course is selection of absorbents, suction equipment and skimmers and their proper use. Upon completion of the course, a Lundeberg School certificate of graduation will be is­ sued. placed on the basics of food prep­ aration including sanitation, di­ etary values, work organization and the use of recipes. Cook and Baker The nine-week course leading to certification as cook and baker includes both classroom instruc­ tion and on-the-job training in the bake shop and galley. Topics cov­ ered are the baking of breads, rolls, pies, cakes, cookies and breakfast pastries. The student also will con- All Departments — Upgrading and Specialty Courses Each student attending upgrad­ ing programs at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship will participate in certain courses as part of their regularly scheduled program. Sealift Opera­ tions and Maintenance, Physical Fitness, First Aid & CPR, Union Education and Fire Fighting are ei­ ther required or elective courses for upgraders in all departments. Union Education Deep ip Sea/inland Engineering License Exam Preparation Course I' : Changes within the maritime in­ dustry and projected trends have led to modifications in the federal regulations pertaining to the li­ censing of merchant marine engi­ neering officers. This has resulted in an expansion of career paths from the traditional two (inspected and uninspected) to three (unlim­ ited, limited, and designated duty) based on qualifying experience in terms of vessel gross tonnage. Beginning in 1991, the Lundeberg School will offer an in­ tegrated program of study open to all qualified licensed engineer can­ didates (unlimited, limited and designated duty). The program of study will pro­ vide instruction in all subject areas pertaining to the licence sought. Additionally, U.S. Coast Guardcertified instruction will be pro­ vided in first aid, CPR and basic and advanced fire fighting in order to meet licensing requirements. The course lasts 10 weeks. A guided self-study course for the purpose of ehgineering license ex­ amination preparation also is avail­ able by special arrangement. Steward Department Lifeboat launching is one of the topics covered in the Lifeboat/Water Survival course. centrate on dessert and breakfast preparations, sanitation and work organization. Careful attention to recipe requirements is also high­ lighted. Chief Cook The course of instruction lead­ ing to certification as a chief cook includes both classroom and onthe-job training. Topics covered in the nine-week course are the prep­ aration of meats, poultry, seafood, soups, sauces and gravies. The stu­ dent also will concentrate on iden­ tifying meat cuts by the use of charts. Work organization, sanita­ tion and the use of pcipes are in­ cluded in the course. Assistant Cook Utility Leading to certification as assis­ tant cook, this seven-week course includes both classroom and onthe-job training. Topics covered are the preparation, cooking and serving of vegetables, cooked sal­ ads, sandwiches, breakfast foods and night lunches. Emphasis is Sealift Operations and Maintenance Because of the unique require­ ments of military contracts, this course is mandatory for all up­ graders. For deck department up­ graders, it is a four-week course; for engine and steward department students, it lasts two weeks. The course of instruction, lead­ ing to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance endorsement, con­ sists of both classroom lectures and practical application that includes underway replenishment, helicop­ ter operation familiarization, crane operation, forklift maneuvers, damage control familiarization, and search and rescue boat opera­ tions. Upon completion of the course, a Lundeberg School certif­ icate of graduation will be issued. Chief Steward The nine-week course includes classroom instruction supple­ mented by on-the-job training. Topics covered are menu planning, work supervision, organization, typing, inventory control and requisitioning procedures. Sanita­ tion, nutrition and safety are high­ lighted as well. The student will be actively involved in all phases of the school's food service supervi­ sion. Towboat Inland Cook Steward department upgraders learn how to make food look appetizing as well as taste good. knowledge of the chemistry of fire, fire fighting equipment and mate­ rials and techniques for using them safely. Upgraders receive 16 hours of classroom training and eight hours of practical fire fighting. Upon successful completion of this course, the student is awarded a certificate of completion from the Lundeberg School which is recog­ nized by the Coast Guard. A more advanced fire fighting course also is offered which includes 35 hours of instruction and practical experi­ ence. Applicants in this seven-week course receive classroom and onthe-job instruction in food prepara­ tion onboard towboats and tugs. Emphasis is on the basic methods of preparing all meals for a crew of six to 12 men. Work scheduling and organization, menu planning, purchasing, storage of supplies and sanitation controls are empha­ sized. Candidates are trained to single-handedly man a galley. General Physical Fitness Workout programs are individ­ ually designed to meet the needs of the student. Students may partici­ pate in free weight, nautilus or uni­ versal weight training which can be used to gain, lose or maintain weight. Aerobic and swimming programs also are available. First Aid & Cardiopulmo­ nary Resuscitation (CPR) Students in this class leam the principles and techniques of safety and basic first aid as well as cardio­ pulmonary resuscitation according to the accepted standards of the American Red Cross. After suc­ cessful completion of each phase of this course, students are awarded a certificate from the American Red Cross. Fire Fighting The basic fire fighting course provides the student with general While attending upgrading courses at the Lundeberg School, all SIU members attend union ed­ ucation courses for one week. Seafarers learn how a union contract with the employer pro­ tects hours, wages and working conditions. The rights of the union's membership as outlined in the SIU's constitution are also re­ viewed. Students gain an understanding of the various laws and legislative programs which defend and pro­ mote a U.S.-flag merchant marine. Courses also are held to provide Seafarers with full information on the many benefit plans available to qualifying members through the union's collective bargaining agreements. Welfare, pension and vacation benefits are fully ex­ plained. v; mm 'gm-: is Diesel engine maintenance is one of the courses available to engine depart­ ment upgraders at the Lundeberg School. Adult Education Programs In addition to the upgrading courses listed in this LOG supple­ ment, the Adult Eduction program at the Lundeberg School offers a variety of courses to assist Seafar­ ers with study skills and basic learning procedures. The programs are available to both trainees and upgraders in order to give all SIU members the opportunity to ex)and their education. Workplace iteracy skills are included in the Adult Basic Skills curricula. Basic skills are stressed that will help the seafarers improve job perfor­ mance. The courses offered include En­ glish as a Second Language, Adult Basic Education, Development Studies, Lifeboat Preparation and a High School Equivalency Pro­ gram. Seafarers LOG, December Supplement—3 ,, • S'4- �The following is the current course schedule for the entire new year—^Jan­ uary through December 1991 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's needs as well as the national emergency mobilization in the Persian Gulf. Seafarers should continue to consult each monthly edition of the Seafarers LOG for the most up-to-date course schedule. Deck Department Upgrading Courses Check-In Date January 21 March 18 May 13 July 8 September 2 October 28 Course Able Bodied Seaman Lifeboatman ;• . # ; A:-' • • •? ,•'. 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Completion Date March 1 April 26 June 21 August 16 October 11 December 6 January 7 January 21 Febmary 4 February 18 March 4 March 18 April 1 April 15 April 29 May 13 May 27 June 10 June 24 July 8 July 22 August 5 August 19 September 2 September 16 September 30 October 14 October 28 November 11 November 25 December 9 January 18 February 1 February 15 March 1 March 15 March 29 April 12 April 26 May 10 May 24 June 7 June 21 July 5 July 19 August 2 August 16 ^ August 30 September 13 September 27 October 11 October 25 November 8 November 22 December 6 December 20 January 21 March 18 May 27 June 24 August 19 September 30 October 28 December 2 February 1 March 29 June 7 July 5 August 30 October 11 November 8 December 13 February 4 April 1 April 22 May 20 July 8 September 2 October 21 December 16 February 8 April 5 April 26 May 24 July 12 September 6 October 25 December 20 Third Mate February 4 September 2 May 17 December 13 Inland Deck Licenses January 28 June 10 September 30 April 19 August 30 December 20 Celestial Navigation February 11 April 22 July 15 March 1 May 10 August 2 r. Engine Department Upgrading Courses Check-in Date January 21 May 13 September 30 Completion Date • April 12 August 2 • December 20 Fireman/Watertender & Oiler January 7 March 18 April 29 June 10 September 2 November 11 February 15 April 26 June 7 July 19 October 11 December 20 Pumproom Maintenance & Operations January 21 April 15 September 30 March 1 May 24 Novembers ft Course QMED-Any Rating Check-In Date Course Marine Electrical Maintenance January 7 April 1 August 5 October 14 January 28 Refrigeration Systems, May 27 Maintenance & Ops. August 19 July 8 Refrigerated Containers Maintenance March 18 Diesel Engine Technology February 18 Welding June 10 September 30 April 15 Basic Electronics September 2 Marine ElectronicsTechnician January 14 May 27 September 30 July 22 Hydraulics March 11 Assistant Engineer (Deep Sea & Inland) October 4 June 10 Electro-Hydraulics March 11 Deep Sea^nland Engineers October 7 Oil Spill Prevention February 18 April 1 & Containment May 13 June 24 August 5 September 16 October 28 March 4 Tankerman May 27 August 19 November 11 Completion Date March 1 May 24 September 27 December 6 March 8 July 5 September 27 August 2 April 12 March 15 July 5 October 25 May 10 September 27 April 5 August 16 December 20 August 16 May 17 December 13 July 19 May 17 December 13 February 22 April 5 May 17 June 28 August 9 September 20 November 1 March 29 June 21 September 13 December 6 Steward Department Upgrading Courses Course Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker, Chief Cook, Chief Steward Check-In Completion Date Date All open-ended (contact admissions office for starting dates) SHLSS CoUege Program Course FULL 8-week sessions Check-In Date January 14 March 25 June 3 August 12 October 21 Completion Date ft March 8 May 17 July 26 October 4 December 13 Recertification Programs ^ ' Course Bosun Recertification Steward Recertification Check-In Date March 25 September 30 January 28 June 3 Completion Date May 6 November 4 March 4 Julys • '•'ivi.ft- " 1991 Aduit Education Scheduie Check-In Date January 7 March 4 April 29 July 29 October 28 Adult Basic Education (ABE) January 7 March 4 April 29 July 29 October 28 English as a Second Language February 11 (ESL) April 29 July 29 September 29 October 28 Developniental Studies January 18 ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation January 7 Course January 28 April 22 June 17 August 12 Course High School Equivalency (GED) Completion Date February 15 April 19 June 14 September 13 December 6 February 15 April 19 June 14 September 13 December 6 March 22 June 14 September 13 October 18 December 6 February 1 January 25 February 22 May 17 July 12 September 6 Seafaters LOG, December Supplement-Page 4 For further information contact the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship; St. Mary's County; Piney Point, Md. 20674; (301) 994-(X)10. •-c: u- - - - ?J �V-; • • ••• i.,'" .' . i -'Vi ,.V' ' A' 1'" ," * -• n Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes CL—Company/Lakes NOV. 1-30, 1990 U-Lakes Seafarers International Union Direrteiy NP—Non Priority *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP ^ ^6 ^ 20 ^ 5 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT 0 44 17 0 JENGJNE DEPARTMENT 0 19 7' _ STEWARD DEPARTMENt^^^^ ; ; Port ENTRY '^'0 ' 17 0 " 0 9 5 ' •^' 'cT "*•••"15' ^ 40 Totals All Departments 0 37 25 0 75 29 0 28 51 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Dispatchers' Repert for iniand Waters NOVEMBER 1-30, 1990 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Port mm'Ym ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C .. 0 0 0 2 ; ?3 0A 0 ? Q '"AA" C 0 ? ?0 -.0 ? 0 71 0 2 0 14 0 2 0 4 0 2 0 ' 6 Port New York t Philadelphia ' Baltimore ""Norfolk " Mobile New Orleans jfppwwiillIL 0 1 ^,r •' ' 0 0 121 WM 1 0 ... 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 0 0' " 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0,0 I m: 0 San Francisco j Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston •-'Algonac"^^""'^ !St. Louis J Piney Point ^ Totals 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 « Port New York Philadelphia \ Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans I Jacksonville - •= I Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston • Algonac St. Louis Piney Point Totals Totals All Departments \ 10 •V 0 3 9 V ^ 0 0 0 0 "j. > % " 0 0 0 0 0 ' ' 0 0 0'^ ,1 0 0 1 V .. p -<i • 0 'J 0 liffQ::.. 0 0 0 0 ;• if'B.-: 36 Pi,. •''' - \ .J 0 0 0 21 0 0 22 0 0 3 ""B"" • 0 4 STEWARD DEPARTMENT li 0 _ 0 0 0 ) i 0 0 0 0 0 0 ' -ftv-' ft ft 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 T'^ V 67 20 0 0 0 1 0 rt 20 3 •r 0 0 5 0 0 0 35 4 ' 0 0 0 0 0 *" i . • / SANTURCE 0 : 0 0 0 1 , ;4 if#';.;.; 1:^ • A X ivBt, Louis ' Piney Point Totals HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, Ml 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (301) 327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218) 722-4110 HONOLULU 636 Cooke St. Honolulu, HI 96813 * ' ' ; (808) 523-5434 •". V , HOUSTON •• 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713)659-5152 •J *.,1 JACKSONVILLE ^ 3315 Liberty St. : *Jacksonville, FL 32206^ (904) 353-0987 "^<1 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. K,' Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201) 435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. ' •• Mobile, AL 36605 (205)478-0916 NEW BEDFORD " 50 Union St. . ; New Bedford. MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 ^ • I : NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. ' New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK ; 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILAOELPHIA I f"^ 2604 S. 4 St. ' Philadelphia, PA 19148 ^ ^ (215) 336-3818 ' f PINEY POINT its ,: . ; 'St. Mary's County Piney Point, MD 20674 •;. ./."'l.ivfk (301)994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO S; 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 5(415) 543-5855 _ Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 A. ?0 |!|Philadelphia A I Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans IHadksonville ^^ I'San Francisco ' I WUmington iSeattle Puerto Rico Houston President •'li; Michael Sacco Secretary-Treasurer John Fay Executive Vice President J<»eph Sacco Vice President Collective Bargaining Angus "Red" CampbeU Vice President West Coast George McCartney Vice President Government Services Roy A. "Buck" Mercer Vice President Atlantic Coast Jack Cafley Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Byron Kelley Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Corgey »*REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP • o.":-:;?: 1 0 0 33 11 190 77 33 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. 1- • 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 Santurce, PR {)()9()7... (809) 721-4033 • SEATTLE 2505 First Ave.:'^. i , Seattle, WA 98121 (206)441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314)752-6500 •; ,s:.'- • WILMINGTON i 510 N. Broad Ave; Wihningtdn, CA 90744 ji:.. •i f:.SCy.: J iSS: �SEAFARCIISIJOG C4PEED/lfO/Vr(IOM). August 28— Chairman George A. Schuj, Secretary Lance Rene, Educational Director Tom Doran, Deck Delegate Michael K. An­ derson, Engine Delegate Mark Grendehi, Steward Delegate James Moye. Engine delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew ad­ vised of ship's mailing address and given new pay scales. Crew asked cap­ tain for more training with exposure suits, fire and lifeboat drills and gas masks. Steward department thanked for good food and keeping messrooms clean. CAPE HENRY(lOM), August 26 — Chairman Thomas Doudeli, Secretaiy Michael W. Thornton, Educational Di­ rector Arthur Rhymes, Deck Delegate Jose Soto, Engine Delegate Charles Ed­ wards. Chairman thanked crew for get­ ting laid-up vessel out quickly proving once again the SIU is best union in world. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew discussed new contract dur­ ing meeting. Crew thanked for pitching in to keep vessel as clean as possible. Members asked to work with steward de­ partment to wash linen until it can be sent ashore. Crew reported finding a stowaway opossum which is being nursed back to health and will be set free upon return to U.S. USNS LYNCH (Mar Ship), August 20 — Chairman Larry Manry, Secretary Paul Cox, Steward Delegate Cassie Tourere. Chairman announced ship would arrive in New London, Conn, on August 23. Secretary said he would call union for clarification about members re­ questing transfer to another department while aboard vessel. Educational direc­ tor announced purser would request Navy manuals for crewmembers for up­ grading. Treasurer Billle Pylate reported $398 in ship's fund. Steward delegate re­ ported beef. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck and engine delegates. Crew to collect money for flowers for scientist who died aboard ship. Crew noted motor on lifeboat not working. Next port: New London. f:.. CAPE FAREWELL (IMC), September 23 — Chairman Tom Walker, Secretary • Tube Dansley Jr., Educational Director Stacy Harding, Deck Delegate Albert D. Hadley, Engine Delegate Wilbert J. Miles, Steward Delegate Gary E. Owens. Chairman said ship was running smoothly. He noted company did not send movies as promised. Secretary f; . Ml if, Black Gang at Work QMED E.G. Ammons of Honolulu works in the engine room of a ship activated for at the start of the Persian Gulf crisis. fel. CHARLES L. BROWN (Transoceanic Cable), September 30 — Chairman Jeremiah J. Harrington, Secretary Delvin M. Wilson, Deck Delegate Dan­ iel M. Ticer Jr., Engine Delegate Ken Stratton, Steward Delegate Ken Cabato. Chairman announced crew ice machine and reefer boxes were being re­ paired after being broken for three months and seven months respectively. He reminded members not to wear tank tops and ball caps in messhall. He asked members not to abuse gangway tele­ phone. Educational director informed members to file for vacation within 15 months of sign-on date on first dis­ charge. He urged members to be aware of hazards aboard vessel and report them to mate on watch. Treasurer announced $1,500 in ship's fund. He said ship tshirts will be printed using ship's fund money and members will receive one free but will have to pay for any others. He reported members are collecting cop­ per and brass for recycling. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew urged to stay abreast of union activities and poli­ cies through Seafarers LOG. Crew asked union representative to see if transporta­ tion should be reported to chief mate or captain. Next port: Honolulu. NEDLLOYD HUDSON{Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 30 — Chairman Car­ los H. Canales, Secretary J. Speller, Educational Director Dan Bush. Secre­ tary reported $43 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. OVERSEAS CHICAGO (Maritime Overseas), September 17 — Chairman George Giraud, Secretary Bobby F. Fletcher. Educational director reported chief engineer purchased 10 new movies when ship was in Nederland, Texas. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to consider having lookout posted at all times on tankers. Crew reported everything was running smoothly. BROOKS RANGE (lOM), October 28 — Chairman R. Edwards, Secretary J. Pitetta, Educational Director Rick Cavender. Chairman told crew vessel would be in port for short time. He noted it has been good trip with no problems. Educa­ tional director advised members to up­ grade skills at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. CAPE CLEAR (OMI Corp.), October 13 — Chairman B. G. Williams, Secre­ tary Herbert Lopez Rodriquez. Chair­ man reported go^ crew but problems with toilets and drains. Secretary said op­ erations moved along in smooth manner. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew discussed being restricted to ship. it,'!- • urged yodnger members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked union to find out why allotments are late. CAPE FLATTERY{IMC), October 28 — Chairman Jack Kingsley, Secretary Richard Ward, Educational Director Ernest Clair, Deck Delegate Johft, Wimmer, Steward Delegate John Fos­ ter. Chairman reported no word on where and when vessel would dock. He asked those signing off to clean rooms and strip beds for next person coming aboard. He said voyage and crew were good. Secretary urged members to up­ grade at Lundeberg School and help union crew military vessels during' Pers­ ian Gulf crisis. Steward delegate re- CAPE HUDSON (lOM), October 5 — Chairman Mike Delaney, Secretary Re­ becca J. Sleeper, Educational Director Kenneth Biddle, Steward Delegate Rob­ ert Seaman. Educational director urged members to take advantage of upgrading and training at Piney Point. Crew asked washing machine and VCR be secured. Crew asked lounge be tiled because grease is going onto carpet from work boots. Crew requested antenna be fixed. Members thanked steward department for barbecues. CAPEM4F(OMI, Corp.) October 18 — Chairman Tommy Joe Pell, Secre­ tary Ernest Dooms, Educational Direc­ tor Tony Yore, Deck Delegate Wallace O. Wright, Engine Delegate Michael Fay, Steward Delegate Joseph Brooks. pan would be paid transportation back to ports where they receiv^ jobs. He said vessel would pay off upon arrival in Jacksonville, Fla. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew told EPA would be stopped be­ cause of pay raise. Crew asked union for information about seniority time on mili­ tary ships. Crew thanked galley gang for excellent Job. Military was very apprecia­ tive of crew support during trip. FIRSTLY. JACKLUMMUS{Amsea), October 7—Chairman Jeffery Moritz, Secretary Anthony Curran, Educational Director Randy Tannis, Deck Delegate Jay Heater, Engine Delegate Rick Har­ ris, Steward Delegate Lisa Harris. Chairman said payoff is scheduled for Honolulu. He advised crew to wait for re­ liefs before departing ship. Secretary stated crew still waiting for mail to catch up with ship. Educational director urged Keeping the Members Well Fed Is a Family Affair The galley gang aboard a vessel activated for the Persian Gulf prepares to feed the crew. They are GSU Clarence Evans (left) and his brother Recertified Steward Norman Evans (right) from the port of Houston. In the center is GSU Leon Butler from the port of Jacksonville. Chairman requested letter from union concerning extra pay for carrying danger­ ous cargo. Educational director re­ minded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $200 in movie fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew asked for more information on ship and contract. Crew thanked Houston Patrolman Steve Ruiz for coming to vessel in Galveston, Texas. CHARLES L. BROWN{Transoceanic Cable), October 30 — Chairman J. Har­ rington, Secretary D. M. Wilson, Educa­ tional Director William Carroll, Deck Delegate D. M. Ticer Jr., Engine Dele­ gate Kevin Stratton, Steward Delegate T. Kiwior. Chairman atmounced galley ice machine was working again and ship's reefer boxes are framed and insu­ lated but more work needs to be done. He reminded members to support MDL. He stated vessel would take part in fiveday training exercise in November. He reminded crew of no slop chest aboard so purchase necessary items ashore be­ fore exercise begins. Treasurer an­ nounced barbecue grill was purchased, some scrap copper and brass is to be cashed in and $1,250 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew was asked not to place rugs and tennis shoes in washers and dryers. Next port: Hono­ lulu. FALCON DUCHESS (Seahawk Man­ agement), October 30 — Chairman Leo Paradise, Secretary Cleo Jones, Educa­ tional Director Edward Smith. Chair­ man announced vessel would pay off in Mobile, Ala. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew noted ship was running out of milk on coastwise trips. FIRSTLY. BALDOMERO LOPEZ (Amsea), October 8 — Chairman Wil­ liam O. Johnson, Secretary D. Moyer, Educational Director Ellis Young, Deck Delegate Robert Johnson, Engine Dele­ gate Douglas R. Laughlin, Steward Del­ egate Kenneth Whitfield. Chairman asked if members living in Guam or Sai- crew to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $90 in ship's fund. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew wanted verification from union about pay for being restricted to ship. Some questions were raised on responsibilities of stew­ ard assistants. Steward department thanked for job well done with extra per­ sonnel aboard. GULF TRADER (All Marine Services), October 14 — Chairman Ted Daniels, Secretary C. N. Johnson, Educational Director John Ashly, Deck Delegate D. R. Gaston. Chairman thanked crew for making smooth transition from moth­ balls to working vessel. Treasurer an­ nounced $1,500 in ship's fond. Crew voted to purchase movies and popcorn machine for ship and $300 in recreation equipment for military. Engine and stew­ ard delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck delegate. Bosun Ted Daniels received message from company juuiouncing birth of his daughter. HUMACAO(Puerto Rico Marine), Oc­ tober 18 — Chairman L. Rodrlgues, Secretary Cassie B. Carter Jr., Educa­ tional Director W. Turner, Steward Del­ egate M. Robles. Chairman announced vessel would be paying off in Elizabeth, N.J. He said he spoke with captain about lodging for no heat and hot water while in shipyard and no air conditioning for three days at sea. Deck and engine dele­ gates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward dele­ gate. Crew asked contracts department about duties in four-man steward depart­ ment and to resolve dispute about watch relief at wheel in deck department. Crew asked to bring up disputes at department meetings rather than waiting for union meetings. Members reminded to clean rooms when signing off. Next port: Eliza­ beth. Continued on page 13 �DiaMBiR1990 Ships' Digests Continued from page 12 ." f!' i:,, "'V i''' • • •' ITBGROTON(Apex Marine), October 14 — Chairman Donald W. Piummer, Secretary Aivin P. Robinson. Chairman announced payoff would be at Port Read­ ing, N.J. where there will be change in officers. He reported all was running smoothly. Secretary reported members have worked very hard to maintain ves­ sel and keep it clean. Educational direc­ tor urged members to donate to SPAD and upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew re­ ceived Seafarers LOGs. Chief steward thanked 4-8 watch. Crew thanked Stew­ ard Alvin Robinson and Chief Cook M. C. Jaradle for jobs well done. Next port: Stapleton, N.Y. JULIUS HAMMER (Ocean Carriers), October 22 — Chairman Dave Zurek, Secretary Carroll C. Kenny. Chairman said everything was running smoothly but nothing has happened on items re­ ported as needing to be repaired or re­ placed. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew asked welfare department to issud insur­ ance cards and look into changing pen­ sion plan into 40IK. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. LIBERTY SPIRinUbeTty Maritime), October 21 — Chairman Eugene Grantham, Secretary Vincent Sanchez Jr., Deck Delegate Lester Hoffman, En­ gine Delegate E. A. Fuentes, Steward Delegate Tamara Hanson. Chairman stated ship would lay up in Yugoslavia anc) crew would be paid off in New York airport. He said everyone would receive ticket to port of engagement. He re­ minded members they still are part of crew until discharged so act accordingly. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Gal­ ley gang thanked for Job well done. OMIDYNACHEMiOMl, Corp.), Octo­ ber 28 — Chairman L. L. Kunc, Secre­ tary Donnie Collins, Educational Director M. J. Wells, Deck Delegate Raymond P. Vivarl, Engine Delegate George F. Darney, Steward Delegate Joseph C. Bush. Chairman said repair list will be turned in upon arrival. He noted Steward Donnie Collins would be retiring in port of Houston. He asked for clarification from union about when deck member is needed on watch or day work. Secretary urged members to up­ grade at Piney Point. Treasurer reported $127 in movie fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew stated dryer needed to be replaced. Crew complained of fumes from cargo in house section. Crew asked leather palm gloves be stocked in slop chest. Members gave gal­ ley gang vote of thanks. Collins said he would give ice cream freezer to ship. Collins has sailed aboard vessel since 1981 and with SIU for 44 years. Next port: Houston. OMI HUDSON(OMl, Corp.), October 14 — Chairman B. Hohhs, Secretary Henry Manning, Deck Delegate E. I. Bronstein, Engine Delegate Rex Bolin, Steward Delegate J. E. Lewis. Chairman announced payoff set for Los Angeles. He said he had copies of contracts and union forms for members to read. No be^s or disputed OT reported. Crew • asked for clarification of when vessel is on day work and on watch. Repair list was given to captain and chief engineer. Next port: Los Angeles. OMI HUDSON(OMl Corp.), Chair­ man B, R. Hohhs, Secretary Henry Manning, Deck Delegate J. Lihhy, En­ gine Delegate Rex Bolin, Steward Dele­ gate J. E. Lewis. Chairman stated repair list had been given to captain and chief engineer. He said payoff is scheduled in Los Angeles for October 23. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted re­ pairs are being made on dish sterilizer but dishes still coming out spotty with soap film. Next port: Los Angeles. OVERSEAS CHICAGO (Maritime Overseas), October 21 — Chairman George Giraud, Secretary B. E. Fletcher, Educational Director Mark Sawin. Chairman announced payoff set for Corpus Christi, Texas on October 23. Engine delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew noted galley ran out of fresh fruit and vegetables and some meats. Crew asked dryer be re­ paired or replaced and new VHS re­ corder be placed in recreation room. Next port: Corpus Christi. OVERSEAS NEW ORLEANS (Mari­ time Overseas), October 11 ^— Chairman F. Cottongin, Secretary L. Fend, Educa­ tional Director J. Quinter, Deck Dele­ gate J. Batorski, Engine Delegate C. Weekly, Steward Delegate L. Jenkins. Chairman announced payoff set for Octo­ ber 12 in Richmond, Calif. He said he spoke with captain and reported he or­ dered linen closet to be locked. Educa­ tional director encouraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Disputed OT reported by engine delegate. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew asked wel­ fare department to look into increasing vision benefits. Crew discussed and agreed on better system for changing lin­ ens. Next ports: Richmond and Los An­ geles. OVERSEAS OHIO (Maritime Over­ seas), October 21 — Chairman Richard Wardlaw, Secretary Earl Gray, Deck Delegate K. F. Schultz, Engine Delegate G. Banda. Chairman reminded members not to leave vessel until patrolman ar, rives and payoff is over. Secretary an­ nounced vessel will make trip to Alaska before returning to regular run. Deck del­ egate reported mates doing unlicensed work. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew asked for new washing machine as one for members is broken constantly. Crew thanked steward department for its good work. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. OVERSEAS VALDEZ(Maritime Over­ seas), October 28 — Chairman George Walks, Secretary Sean Ryan, Engine Delegate Joseph Billlto, Steward Dele­ gate Mohamed Ahdelfatah. Chairman said tiles on crew's deck and washing machine are needed. He said all was going well. Secretary stated increased communication is needed with union. Educational director reminded members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew told chief mate willing to work with members be­ fore issues become beefs. Chief cook asked union to discover why he was not given travel pay. PFC JAMES ANDERSON JR. (Maersk Lines), October 20 — Chair­ man Karl Timonen, Secretary Michael J. Curtis, Engine Delegate Paul Jude Moran. Chairman announced CPR class would be held October 21 and room in­ spections would occur about October 25. Treasurer listed $152 in ship's fund. No disputed OT or beefs reported. Crew thanked for its work. Galley gang thanked for its good job. PONCE (Puerto Rico Marine), October 25 — Chairman Leon T. Jekot, Secre­ tary Rafael Evans, Educational Director R. Johnsen. Chairman advised book members to stay aboard until Persian Gulf crisis ends. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward de­ partment for job well done and good food. /701/E/7 (Vulcan Carriers), October 20 — Chairman William Lewis, Secretary Ernest Harris, Educational Director Robert Bunch, Deck Delegate Phil Slaughter, Engine Delegate George Thompson, Steward Delegate Kipp Neshitt. Chairman said all departments running smoothly. He reported all re­ pairs made. He encouraged members to attend Lundeberg School. He thanked the galley gang and staff of Seafarers LOG for jobs well done. Educational di­ rector reported LOGs received in Japan. He noted new books and movies are available for crew. He thanked company for forwarding mail to ship on regular basis. Treasurer announced $207 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. New pay raises were read and posted. Crew asked contracts departrrient tb consider mechanism for permanent men to retain posts despite an illness. Crew reported new ice machine and washer were installed. Crew stated it en­ joyed shore leave in Singapore, Subic Bay, Philippine Islands and Pusan, Korea. Next ports: Guam, Singapore and Subic Bay. SEA-LAND CHALLENGER (SeaLand Service), October 14 — Chairman Roy L. Williams, Secretary H. Scypes, Educational Director R. Velez, Engine Delegate Alfred Day, Steward Delegate Jessie Lee James. Chairman announced payoff scheduled October 17 in Eliza­ beth, N.J. He urged members to donate to SPAD. No disputed OT or beefs re­ ported. Crew requested VCR, television remote control, washer and fan from company. Members noted air condi­ tioner not working properly in crew lounge. Next port: Elizabeth. SEA-LAND COMMITMENT (SeaLand Service), October 21 — Chairman John C. Green, Secretary E. Doffoh, Educational Director Eric Bain, Deck Delegate Ruhin Mitchell, Engine Dele­ gate M. Beata, Steward Delegate D. Rodriguez. Chairman said crew still re­ questing new washing machine and room fans be installed. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew asked air vents in 12-4 and 4-8 watch rooms and dryer door be repaired. Next ports: Boston and Elizabeth, N.J. Fuel for the Body Recertified Steward Norman Evans (left) watches as crewmembers QMED Carlito E. Pisioco (center) and AB Thomas McGregor load their plates during a shipboard barbecue aboard a Ready Reserve Force vessel. SEA-LAND DEVELOPER (Sea-Land Service), October 8 — Chairman R. Pinkham, Secretary L. Lightfoot, Edu­ cational Director L. Brown, Deck Dele­ gate David Ray hum. Steward Delegate Darwin Hand. Chairman announced payoff on October 16 in Tacoma, Wash. Jle said this was one of best crews with whom he had sailed. Secretary thanked crew for taking some weight off GSU by keeping vessel ship shape. Educational director urged members to notify him of any electrical problems they may notice. Treasurer reported crew thanked Captain Flagger of SL Defender for copying some of their movies and leaving them in Yokohama, Japan for Developer's viewing. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew thanked Chief Cook Diana Nason for her fine cooking. At request of AB T. Churchman, Chicago Bears were voted official team of Developer. Next port: Tacoma. SEA-LAND INTEGRITY (Sea-Land Service), October 21 — Chairman E. Wallace, Secretary Pedro Lahoy, Deck Delegate H. Smith, Deck Delegate James P. O'Reilly. Chairman discussed new contract with crew. He talked about possibility of ship's returning to New York run. Deck and steward delegates re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine delegate. SEA-LAND NA VIGATOR (Sea-Land Service), October 13 — Chairman Wer­ ner Becher, Secretary S. Ghani, Educa­ tional Director Walter C. Stevens, Deck Delegate John Thompson, Engine Dele­ gate James Spranza, Steward Delegate H. Buhkar. Chairman told crew vessel would arrive in Long Beach, Calif, on October 15 and be idle until October 23. Secretary said trip Was smooth and crew was pleasure with whom to work. No dis­ puted OT or beefs reported. Next ports: Oakland, Calif., Honolulu, Guam and Kaohsiung, Taiwan. SEA-LAND PACIFIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), October 14 — Chairman L. Freeburn, Secretary F. Sison, Educa­ tional Director R. Belcher, Deck Dele­ gate Thomas Self, Engine Delegate M. Abdullah, Steward Delegate D. Garri­ son. Treasurer reported $56 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew told vessel would lay up in Port­ land, Ore. shipyard and all hands would get transportation to Oakland, Calif, home port. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (Sea-Land Service), October 21 — Chairman Jack Edwards, Secretary Jennifer Jim, Edu­ cational Director J. B. Dryman. Chair­ man told crew company has not resolved providing van to take crew from gate to ship in Hawaii, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Guam. He aimounced payoff October 28 in Long Beach, Calif. Treasurer listed $70 in ship's fund. Deck delegate re­ quested proper gear for sand blasting to prevent eye problems. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Seafarers LOGs re­ ceived in Honolulu. Crew was waiting for work to be done on television and VCR so members could hook them up in their rooms. SEA-LAND TACOMA (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), October 23 — Chairman Stephen R. Garay, Secretary David H. Boone, Deck Delegate Gregory Poer, Engine Delegate C. J. Kirchhofer, Steward Del­ egate William A. Daly. Chairman an­ nounced vessel payoff scheduled in Tacoma, Wash, this trip. He urged mem­ bers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Secretary read minutes of last meeting. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for its fine work. Next port: Tacoma. l,v' , SEALIFT ARCTIC (IMC), October 24 — Chairman Brian O'Hanlon, Secre­ tary Scott Opsahl, Engine Delegate The­ odore Hawkins, Steward Delegate Herbert Curry. Chairman urged crewmembers to stay aboard as long as possible because of Iraqi crisis. Secre­ tary asked those signing off to strip beds and clean rooms. He thanked deck and engine departments for keeping mess and pantry clean. No disputed OT or ' beefs reported. Crew told it was getting new washer. Captain told crew profits from slop chest would be used to pur­ chase movies. Crew thanked Steward Scott Opsahl, Chief Cook Herb Curry Continued on page 14 •i'v �-'xnMiii SCAFAREKS LOG Ship^^ Digest! Continued from page 13 and Steward Assistant Andy Campollo for their very good work in galley. If T" ' '" '."^ SGT. MATEJKOCAK(Waterman Steamship), October 7 — Chairman Angelo J. Urti Jr., Secretary Milton J. Phelps, Educational Director D. Peter­ son, Deck Delegate Michael A. Duggan, Engine Delegate John C. Langley, Steward Delegate Antonio Prizmik. Chairman reported Captain Dan Tucker thanked all departments for job well done. He urged all members to upgrade at Piney Point and get involved in union activities. He announced payoff October 12 in Panama City, Fla. Secre­ tary on behalf of crew wished speedy re­ covery to black gang member Michael J. Tremper who left vessel ill. Educa­ tional director reminded members of im­ portance of upgrading. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked more Seafarers LOGs and union communica­ tions be sent to vessel. Next ports: Morehead City, N.C. and Panama City. ULTRAMAR (American Maritime), Oc­ tober 21 — Chairman Willie Marsh, Secretary Howard Williams. Deck and steward delegates reported disputed OT. Crew requested new furniture from com­ pany for lounge. USNS CAPELLA (IMC), Chairman Michael Shappo, Secretary M. L. ^Apply NOW^ Union's TM3Ar\TTATI?. APRIL AODfl 15, ic mm DEADUNE: 199V : V' II .III I II P IIII •• lease send me the 1991 SIU Scholarship Program booklet which contains eligibility information, procedures for applying and the application form. Name. Book Number City, State, Zip Code Telephone number _ This application is for 12/90 SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), November 3 — Chairman A. J. Palino, Secretary R. Spencer, Educa­ tional Director F. Hall, Engine Delegate Willie Lee Jr., Steward Delegate C. A. Sewell. Chairman announced ship would lay up for repairs in January. Secretary read minutes from last meeting and noted everything was okay. Beefs and disputed OT reported by deck and en­ gine delegates. None was reported by steward delegate. Steward department thanked for its good work. Basic Financial Statement Benefits under the plan are provided by the Trust. Plan expenses were $829,121. These expenses included $133,584 in administrative expenses and $695,537 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. A total of 493 persons were participants in or beneficiaries of the plan at the end of the plan year, although not all of these persons had yet earned the right to receive benefits. The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $14,469,688 as of December 31, 1989, compared to $12,751,011 as of January 1, 1989. During the plan year the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $1,718,677. This increase included unrealized appreciation (depreciation) in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of pjan assets at the end of the year and the price the plan originally paid for those assets. The plan had total income of $2,547,798 including employer contributions of $217,523,employee contributions of $83,180, gains of $729,327 from the sale of assets and earnings from investments of $1,517,768. Minimum Funding Standards An actuary's statement shows t)iat enough money was contributed to the plan to keep it funded in accordance with the minimum funding standards of ERISA. Your Rights to Additionailnformation You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. An accountant's report. 2. Assets held for investment. 3. Actuarial information regarding the funding of the plan, 4. Service provider and trustee information. To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of Mr. Nick Marrone, who is the plan administrator, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746,(301)899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $2.00 for the full annual report, or $.10 per page for any part thereof. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746 and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copyingcosts. Requests to the Department should beaddressed to: Public Disclosure Room, N4577, Pension and Welfare Benefit Programs, Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20216. ~ -.w- ' V-'.-XY SEA-LAND LIBERATOR (Sea-Land Service), November 4 — Chairman V. J. Ardowski, Secretary W. Williams. Chairman talked with crew about safety prevention. Secretary read minutes of previous meeting. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported smooth sail­ ing. You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. Address • Self , • Dependent SEA-LAND FREEDOM (Sea-Land Service), November 10 — Chairman W. Feil, Secretary G. Sivley, Educational Director R. Chapman, Engine Delegate Richard Surrick. Chairman talked with members about union and company's substance abuse policies. Educational di­ rector provided safety poster to crew, Treasurer listed $239 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew re­ quested more ice cream for 42-day voy­ age. This is a summaiy of the annual report of the Great Lakes Tug and Dredge Pension Fund EIN 13-1953878 for the year ended December 31, 1989. The annual rei^rt has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). Soine 35 years ago, the Seafarers International Union's Atlantic and Gulf District became the first maritime union in America to establish a ^holarship program to help qualified members and their dependents laiKe cO lege and vocational education. Every year, four scholarships are given to children of SIU members: These ^e worth $15,000 each over a four-y^ period at the college of the winner's choice. In addition, three scholarships are reserved annually for SIU mem­ bers, themselves. One is a $15,000 four-year scholarship. Each of the other two is a $6,000 two-year scholarship for study at a vocational school or community college. Since the inception of the program, the impartial committee of professional educators from the college and university level has awarded 178 scholarships to Seafarers and their children. It has pro­ duced doctors, lawyers, engineers, pharmacists, librarians, teachers, computer specialists and scientists—most of whom have pointed out that without the SIU's help, they never would have had the opportunity to pursue their education. The scholarship materials are available at any SIU union hall, ftospective applicants also may request a copy by filling in the request form below. Mail the completed form to: SIU Scholarship Program Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 AuthWay Camp Springs, MD 20746 iMipiVi stack gas still affecting crew. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew requested new washing machine as one is not enough. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for its good work. Crew thanked for its work in fighting fire on ship. Summary Annual Report Great Lakes Tug and Dredge Pension Fund Program 111 USNS REGULUSiBay Tankers), Octo­ ber 21 — Chairman George Wilson, Secretary George Quinn, Educational Director Robroy Adams, Deck Delegate Roger Reinke, Engine Delegate Sam­ son Sandvan, Steward Delegate Eduardo Lasso. Chairman announced vessel payoff October 26 in Jacksonville, Fla. Secretary reminded crew to help keep lounges clean. He asked members to clean rooms when signing off. He thanked crew for helping sort trash and garbage into proper containers. Treasurer listed $10 in movie fund. Engine dele­ gate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and stew­ ard delegates. Galley gang thanked for very good food and job well done. NEDLLOYD HUDSON (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), November 4 — Chairman D. Leon, Secretary D. A. Brovrn, Educa­ tional Director Michael Overgaard, Deck Delegate Richard Guerin, Engine Delegate Ali Mohsin. Chairman stated Scholarship •••LlliJ' IL iniMii Baker. Chairman asked union for infor­ mation about contract and when turnover to new company would take place as ship has no set date. Educational director advised members to take advantage of upgrading opportunities at Lundeberg School. Steward delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck and engine delegates. Crew asked company to provide all nec­ essary protection in case of biological or chemical warfare. Crew noted some toi­ lets not working and some members are not returning movies for use by others. Crew asked more Seafarers LOGs be sent to vessel. Next port: Bayonne, N.J. V-' ^ •• �Final pepartures DEEP SEA WILLIS B. ADDISON Willis B. Addison, 71, passed away No­ vember 9. The Loui­ siana na­ tive served in the Army from 1942 to 1944. He joined the Seafar­ ers in February 1946 in the port of New York. Brother Ad­ dison sailed in the engine de­ partment before he retired in 1981. EDWARD A. ANDERSON Edward A. Ander­ son, 94, died Octo­ ber 13. He was bom in Il­ linois and served in the Navy from 1917 to 1919. Brother Anderson joined the SIU in August 1949 in the port of New York. He was very ac­ tive in union activities while he sailed in the engine depart­ ment. He started collecting his pension in 1970. ERNEST C. ANDERSON Ernest C. Anderson, 81, passed away October 4. A native of Jacksonville, Fla., he served in the Navy from 1929 to 1936. He joined the union in August 1941 in the port of New Or­ leans and sailed in the deck de­ partment. Brother Anderson began drawing his pension in November 1975. THOMAS G. ROLAND Thomas G. Boland, 62, died October 10. The Davenport, Iowa native joined the Seafar­ ers in March 1947 in the port of New York. His deck departinent career was interrupted by the Army from 1951 to 1957. Brother Boland upgraded to re­ certified bosun at the Lundeberg School in 1983. He had started receiving his pen­ sion earlier this year. VERNON H. CAMBRE JR. Vernon H. Cambre Jr., 30, passed away June 24. Bom in Chicago, he graduated from the Lundeberg School in May 1981. Brother Cambre was an active member of the black gang, sailing as an OMU, at the time of his death. CHARLES D. CAMERON Charles D. Cam­ eron, 58, died July 6. The Rison, Ark. na­ tive served in the Army from 1951 to 1954. He joined the SIU in January 1967 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. Brother Cameron up­ graded his engine department rating at the Lundeberg School in 1974. He was an active member at the time of his death. JOSEPH M.CERNA Joseph M. Cema, 100, passed away September 24. He was bom in Peru. Brother Cema started sailing with the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1944. He started collecting his pen­ sion in 1969 from MCS before the union merged with the AGLIWD. His remains were cremated. CHARLES E. COLSTON Charles E. Col­ ston, 55, died No­ vember 3. The Mis­ sissippi native served in the Army from 1955 to 1958. He graduated from the port of New Orleans Andrew Fumseth Training School in August 1963. Brother Colston's first vessel was the Oregon Victory. He was an active member, sail­ ing as a chief cook, at the time of his death. CLOVISJ.COMPAN Clovis J. Compan, 81, passed away August 3. Bom in New Orleans, he joined the Seafar­ ers in March 1943 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Com­ pan sailed in the steward de­ partment before he retired in December 1968. GEORGE A. DEAN George A. Dean, mdied August 1. He was a charter member of the Sea­ farers hav­ ing joined in December 1938 in his native Mobile, Ala. Brother Dean shipped on Wa­ terman vessels early in his union career. He sailed in the deck department. He retired in 1964. LOUIS G. DENNIS Louis G. Dennis, 77, passed away November 11. The Vir­ ginia native was a charter mem­ ber of the SIU. He joined the union in May 1939 in the port of Boston. Brother Dennis sailed in the galley gang until his retirement in 1975. CURRY DeVAUGHN Curry DeVaughn, 70, died No­ vember 25. A native of Oakwood, Texas, he served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. Brother DeVaughn joined the union in April 1967 in the port of San Francisco. He sailed in the steward department and began collecting his pension in November 1987. STIG W. B. EHRNLUND StigW.B.Ehmlund,68, passed away July 18. He was bom in Malmo, Sweden. ^ Brother Ehmlund joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in October 1964 in the port of Los Angeles. After MCS merged with the AGLIWD, he upgraded to recertified steward at the Lundeberg School in 1980. He sailed primarily on : American President Lines ves­ sels before retiring in 1986. JULIO EVANS Julio Evans, 73, died August 8. Bom in Fajardo, P.R., he joined the Seafarers in May 1941 in the port of Philadel­ phia. Brother Evans sailed in the deck department. He began drawing his pension in 1974. MARGARET FONG Margaret Fong, 74, passed away August 23. The native of Illinois was a member of the Marine Cooks and Stewards and sailed primarily on Ameri­ can President Lines vessels. Sister Fong retired in 1968 be­ fore MCS merged with the AGLIWD. Her remains were cremated. GEORGE W. FOURNIER George W. Foumier, 79, died November 6. He was bom in Mt. Bullion, Calif, and served in the Navy from 1942 to 1945. Brother Foumier joined the SIU in April 1947 in the port of New York. He sailed iii the black gang before retiring in 1970. BRYAN J. GIBSON Bryan J. Gibson, 94, passed away Oc­ tober 5. The North Car­ olina na­ tive served in the Army from 1915 to 1921. He joined the union in February 1955 and sailed in the engine depart­ ment. Brother Gibson's last vessel was the Steel Traveler. He began collecting his pen­ sion in 1966. JOHN GREEN John Green, 65, died December 18,1989 in Menlo Park, Calif. A native of Washington, he joined the Ma­ rine Cooks and Stewards in September 1941 and sailed aboard the Matthew Luckenbach. Brother Green served as an executive chef instmctor at the MCS training school in Calistoga, Calif, be­ fore he retired in 1968. He is survived by his wife, Lillie; son, Patrick: daughter, Jacque­ line Townsend; four grandchil­ dren and three great-grandchildren. His re­ mains were scattered at sea. HARRY B. HASTINGS Harry B. Hastings, 64, passed away No­ vember 3. Bom in Alabama, he joined the SIU in April 1946 in the port of Philadelphia. Brother Hastings sailed in the steward department. He started collect­ ing his pension in 1987. ' :. THEOPILUS JOSEPH Theopilus Joseph, 66, died No­ vember 12. A native of Texas, he joined the union in Decem­ ber 1958 in the port of Seattle. Brother Joseph shipped in the steward department. He began receiving his pension in 1980. DEMETRIOS N. KAMBANOS Demetrios N. Kambanos, 83, passed away June 29. He was bom in Greece and joined the Seafarers in August 1951 in the port of New York. Some of the first vessels on which Brother Kambanos sailed in the engine department included those for Isthmian and Bull Lines. He re­ tired in 1971. MAURI O. J. KARLSSON Mauri O. J. Karlsson, 66, died July 2. Bom in Finland, he joined the union in May 1946 in the port of New York. He sailed in the black gang. Brother Karlsson started col­ lecting his pension in 1984. JOHN M. LAMB John M. Lamb, 81, passed away No­ vember 4. The Dothan, Ala. na­ tive joined the SIU in January 1946 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Lamb shipped in the black gang before retiring in 1975. TONGYOULEE Tong You Lee, 78. died in a San Francisco hospital August 20. Bom in China, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stew­ ards in 1935. Brother Lee re­ tired in 1971 before MCS merged with the AGLIWD. He was buried August 25 in Hoy Sun Memorial Cemetery in Colma, Calif. PEDRO MARINO Pedro Ma­ rino, 63, passed away in Kingman, Ariz. Jan­ uary 30. A native of San Diego, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1940. Brother Marino began collect­ ing his pension in 1971. He was buried Febmary 2 in the Phoenix, Ariz. National Memo­ rial Cemetery. His wife, Marilyn, survives him. LANCEPADGETT Lance Padgett, 29, died Novem­ ber 26 while sail­ ing aboard • the Equal­ ity State. He was a native of Trona, Calif, and served in the Army from 1979 to 1983. Brother Padgett graduated from the Lundeberg School in December 1989 and shipped as an ordinary seaman. Prior to joining the SIU, he was a mem­ ber of the United Industrial Workers, an SIUNA affiliate. He was buried at Seafarers Haven in Valley Lee, Md. He is survived by his wife. Tammy; daughter, Cassandra; his iJarents and brother; two half-sisters and a half-brother; and several step-brothers and sisters. FERDINAND F. PRIETO Ferdinand F. Prieto, 67, passed away Oc­ tober 7. The San Juan na­ tive served in the Army from 1943 to 1945. Brother Prieto joined the Seafarers in July 1963 in the port of New York. He sailed in the steward depart­ ment and last shipped in 1987. •Mi: OSCAR M. RAYNOR Oscar M. Raynor, 62, died October 30. He was bom in Geor­ gia and joined the SIU in September 1947 in the port of Galveston, Texas. Brother Raynor shipped in the galley gang. He retired in 1987. JOSE D.REYES Jose D. Reyes, 75, passed away September 15. The native of Puerto Rico joined the union in January 1967 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Reyes ; sailed in the steward depart­ ment before he started collect­ ing his pension in 1983. EDWARD T. RILEY Edward T. Riley, 74, died October 28. Bom in Massa­ chusetts, he joined the Seafar­ ers in August 1951 in the port of Boston. Brother Riley sailed in the deck department. He re­ tired in 1978. JUAN V. RIVERA Juan V. Rivera, 66, passed away Oc­ tober 23. The Puerto Rico na­ tive joined the SIU in 1944 but went ashore in 1951. He re­ sumed his membership as part of the galley gang in 1968. Brother Rivera started drawing his pension in 1981. JOHNNY R. SALINAS Johnny R. Salinas, 57, died Novem­ ber 15. Bom in Galves­ ton, Texas, he Continued on page 16 • • . ' ' ' V-;-. ii' -fci �a»JaiiBtFlaf>!jo»,ii»^t.j SEAFAROtS lOG Final Departures Hams began collecting his pen­ sion in 1968 before the union merged with the AGLIWD. Continued from page IS served in the Navy from 1951 to 1955. Brother Salinas Joined the Seafarers in August 1961 in the port of Houston. He was an active member in the deck department at the time of his death. .•;u^7 il x.^-,t ite! '!'%!•?' -f?' JOSE F. SANTIAGO Jose P. Santiago, 70' passed away No­ vember 7. He was bom in Santurce, P.R. and joined the SIU in Oc­ tober 1956 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Santiago sailed in the decfe>department. He began collecting his pen­ sion in 1985. :: ..•>.-SiV"»^'^.;V EDWARD A. SESERKO Edward A. Seserko, 63, died October 17. Bom in Penn­ sylvania, he served in the Army from 1945 to 1947. Brother Seserko joined the union in July 1951 in the port of Philadelphia. He shipped in the deck department until he retired in 1977. CLEVELAND TAYLOR Cleveland Taylor, 45, passed away Oc­ tober 19. The Mo­ bile, Ala. native graduated from that port's An­ drew Furuseth Training School in December 1965. Brother Taylor upgraded his engine de­ partment ratings at the Lundeberg School in 1981 and 1985. He was an active mem­ ber at the time of his death. THEODORA B. TIMO Theodora B. Timo, 64, died October 30. Bom in Pembina, N.D., she Joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in August 1976 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. Sister Timo continued sailing in the galley gang when MCS merged with the AGLl WD and retired earlier this year. GROVER C. TURNER Grover C. Tumer, 70, passed away No­ vember 3. A native of Texas, he served in the Army from 1939 to 1948. Brother Tumer Joined the SIU in December 1951 in. the port of New York. He sailed in the deck department before retiring in 1979. NEALY WILLIAMS Nealy Williams, 86, died Octo­ ber 21. Bom in Tennessee, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1923. Brother Wil- INLAND '• MARVIN Z. MOORE Marvin Z. Moore, 79, died October 11. He was bom in JULIUS D. ANDREWS Julius D. Andrews, 68, passed away Oc­ tober 19. The Bruns­ wick County, N.C. native Joined the Seafarers in Febmary 1962 in the port of Norfolk. Boatman Andrews retired in 1984. He was buried October 22 in Brunswick (N.C.) Memorial Gardens. He is survived by his wife, Frances; two sons, Larry and Earl; a daughter Judy A. Edwards; and six grandchil­ dren. SAM R. GEORGE Sam R. George, 71, died October 14. He was bom in Vir­ ginia and Joined the SIU in Febmaiy 1980 in the port of Baltimore. Boatman George sailed in the deck department before he came ashore in 1983. RAYMOND J. GLESPEN Raymond J. Glespen, 64, passed away No­ vember 2. A native of Brook­ lyn, N.Y., he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1967. Boat­ man Glespen Joined the union in June 1971 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. He sailed as a tugboat captain before retiring in 1988. FRANK HOFFPAUIR Frank Hoffpauir, 81, died Novem­ ber 14. Bom in Ryane, La., he served in the Navy from 1927 to 1931. He Joined the union in August 1963 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. Boatman Hoffpauir sailed as an engineer for Sa­ bine Towing. He began draw­ ing his pension in 1974. HIRAM W. LUPTON Hiram W. Lupton, 64, passed away Oc­ tober 31. The Low­ land, N.C. native served in the Coast Guard from 1943 to 1946. Boatman Lupton Joined the Seafarers in March 1957 in the port of Philadelphia. He sailed in the deck department before he retired in August 1984. Crittenden, Va. and Joined the SIU in June 1962 in the port of Philadelphia. Boat­ man Crittenden sailed in the en­ gine department. He started receiving his pension in Febm­ ary 1978. , ROY E. PALMER Roy E. Palmer, 82, passed away No­ vember 10. A na­ tive of Ingleside. Texas, he Joined the union in May 1957 in the port of Hous­ ton. Boatman Palmer sailed as a tugboat captain for G&H Towing. He began collecting his pension in July 1973. IRVING B. TUCKER Irving B. Tucker, 86, died October 2. Bom in Gressitt, Va., he Joined the Seafarers in August 1972 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Boatman Tucker sailed in the deck department prior to his retirement in 1973. JOHNJ.WILGUS John J. Wilgus, 74, passed away October 16. The Ocean View, Del. native Joined the SIU in December 1976 in the port of Houston. Boatman Wilgus sailed as an engineer. He started drawing his pension in 1982. RAILROAD MARINE GEORGE CCURLEY George C. Curley, 90, died No­ vember 10. He was bom in Paterson, N.J. and Joined the union in July 1960 in the port of New York. He worked in the deck department for the New York Central System. Brother Curley retired in 1965. JOHN F.DALY John F. Daly, 80, passed away No­ vember 25. The New York na­ tive Joined the Seafarers in December 1963 in the port of New York. Brother Daly sailed for the Erie Lackawana Railroad. He started collecting his pension in 1969. DENNIS DOODY Dennis Doody, 88, died Novem­ ber 1. Bom in Elm Park, N.Y., he Joined the SIU in July 1960 in the port of New York. Brother Doody sailed as a bridgeman for the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad. He began receiving his pension in 1967. CHARLES F. McGOVERN Charles F. McGovem, 75, passed away Oc­ tober 20. He was bom in Jersey City, N.J. Brother McGovem Joined the union in July 1960 in the port of New York. He sailed in the deck de­ partment for the Brooklyn Eastem District Terminal. He retired in 1980. EDWARD J. OTTEN Edward J. Otten, 90, died Octo­ ber 14. The native of New Jer­ sey Joined the Seafarer s in November 1963 in the port of New York. Brother Otten started collecting his pension in 1965. GREAT LAKES LEONARD R. ARENDT County, Wis., he served in the Army from 1941 to 1945. Brother Arendt Joined the SIU in July 1959 in the port of De­ troit. He sailed as a conveyorman for American Steamship Company before he retired in 1982. PHILLIP J. GAJEWSKI Phillip J. Gajewski, 80, died Novem­ ber 3. He was bom in Cheboy­ gan, Mich, and Joined the union in July 1959 in the port of Al­ pena, Mich. Brother Gajewski sailed in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in 1975. MERRILL W. KELLEY Merrill W. Kelley, 94, passed away November 14. He Joined the old Tug Firemen's union (which later merged with the AGLIWD) in June 1951 in his native Chicago. Brother Kelley sailed as a deckhand for Great Lakes Towing Company. He started collecting his pension in 1963. MILTON R. LARSEN Milton R. Larsen, 79, died No­ vember 1. Bom in Sturgeon Bay, Wis., he Joined the Seafar­ ers in March 1951 in the port of Milwaukee. Brother Larsen sailed in the steward depart­ ment. He retired in 1973. JOHNJ.PELISH John J. Pelish, 80, passed away November 4. A native West Virginia, he Joined the SIU in January 1970 in the port of To­ ledo, Ohio. Brother Pelish was a member of the galley gang before he started drawing his pension in 1976. ROY L. POWERS Roy L. Powers, 60, died October 31. He Joined the union in October 1965 in his native Frankfort, Mich. Brother Powers last Job was sailing as a cook for Erie Sand and Gravel. He began collect­ ing his pension in 1989. ATLANTIC FISHERMEN JOHN M. NICASTRO John M. Nicastro, 69, passed away November 20. He Joined the Atlantic Fishermen's Union (which later merged with the AGLIWD) in July 1961 in his native Gloucester, Mass. Brother Nicastro sailed in the deck dept before he re­ tired in 1986. THOMAS PARISI Thomas Parisi, 77, died No­ vember 9. The Boston native Joined the Atlantic Fishermen's Union before it merged with the AGLIWD. He sailed as a fishing boat captain out of Gloucester, Mass. before retiring in 1977. Brother Parisi was buried in Calvary Ceme­ tery in Gloucester. His wife, Grace, survives him. MANUEL S. SOUSA Manuel S. Sbusa, 39, disap­ peared at sea No­ vember 25. A member of the SIU since 1986, the New Bed­ ford, Mass. fisherman fell over­ board while working aboard the Neves. Brother Sousa wais the nephew of New Bedford Patrolman Eugenio DeSousa. ALDEN E. WAGNER Alden E. Wagner, 86, passed away Sep­ tember 7. A native of West Berlin, Nova Scotia, Canada, he had been a member of the Atlantic Fishermen's Union before it merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Wagner sailed as a fishing boat captain out of Gloucester, Mass. He retired in 1974. He was buried in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Glouces­ ter. His daughter, Elaine Pina, survives him. . • 'J'"''if t �<!=5. 1; ' rj». a. .» IMI 17 DECEMBER 1990 Know Your Rights -• 0 :• •» FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safe­ guarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recom­ mendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and In­ land Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and manage­ ment representatives and their alter­ nates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquar­ ters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and senior­ ity are protected exclusively by con­ tracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and avail­ able in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping of seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The properaddress for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 AuthWay Camp Springs, Md, 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU mem­ ber works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their con­ tract rights, as well as their obliga­ tions, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, they should contact the nearest SIU port agient. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the po­ litical purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This estab­ lished policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ' • ' 'f ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should im­ mediately be reported to Union head­ quarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should ob­ tain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immedi­ ately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members iffe guaranteed equal rights in employ­ ment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU coristitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL AC­ TIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its ob­ jects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, so­ cial and economic interests of mari­ time workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such ob­ jects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective of­ fice. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job dis­ crimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condi­ tion of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper con­ duct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate ac­ tion and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to pro­ tect and further his economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. This is a summary of the annual report of the Seafarers Pension Plan, EIN 13-6100329 for the year ended December 31, 1989. The annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Retire­ ment Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). Basic Financial Statement Benefits under the plan are provided by the Trust. Plan expenses were $25,078,848. These expenses included $2,158,745 in administrative expenses, and $22,920,103 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. A total of 21,071 persons were participants in or beneficiaries of the plan at the end of the plan year, although hot all of these persons had yet earned the right to receive benefits. The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $430,047,469 as of December 31, 1989, compared to $387,057,064 as of January 1,1989. During the plan year the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $42,990,405. This increase included unrealized appreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of plan assets at the end of the year and the price the plan originally paid for those assets. The plan had total income of $68,069,253, including employer contributions of $9,152,548, gains of $12,927,281 from the sale of assets, earnings from investments of $45,739,602 and other income of $249,822. Minimum Funding Standards An actuary's statement shows that enough money was contributed to the plan to keep it funded in accordance with the minimum funding standards of ERISA. Your Rights to Additional Information You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. An accountant's report 2. Assets held for investment • -> 3. Transactions in excess of 5 percent of plan assets 4. Actuarial information regarding the funding of the plan 5. Service provider and trustee information To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the Office of Mr. Nick Marrone, who is the plan administrator, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746 and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to Public Disclosure Room, N4677, Pension and Welfare Benefit Programs, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W-, Washington, D.C. 20216. M •4 ;r;f. ii:. •iv'V SPAD t-shirts The SIU has created a new t-shirt design which is available to all our members on a first-come, first-served basis. FREE M''. K'.vSv : Please fill out the application The shirts feature the SIU logo l)elow and mail it to: f^ii color on the front and John Fay, Secretary-Treasurer • n i u «• ui Seafarers International Union Politrcs is Porkchops mblue 5201 Auth Way on the back. They are Camp Springs, MD 20746 American-made. • -f't • Please send the new SIU t-shirt to: If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at head­ quarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. . :NAME ;ADDRESS •i'SS iCITY, STATE, ZIP I SOCIAL SECURITY# BOOK# [PHONE# RATING :T-SHIRT SIZE (drde one) S M L XL •T' '^1 • �18 "'' ,; ' "' ' ' SEAFAREKS LOG I k ""111: Ci' . It' 'Tft " By- 'I! ''A, I- -.-K: .LIFEBOAT - CLASS rt'.'t:;' ? '. •, Hartline, Tommy Yanes III, Kevin Mlllhouse and Jim Moore (instructor), (third row, from ieft) Joseph Dean, William Scott, John Sanders, Chris Curtis, Vincent Martinez and Ryan Camardelle, (back row, from ieft) William May, Clarence Green and Michael Dean. '- 'j&V Trainee Lifeboat Class 461—Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat ciass 461 are (first row kneeling, from left) Michael Toddman, Arnett Ware, Marcus Page, Thomas Higgins, Richard Johnson, Antonio Malone and Richard Everett, (second row, from left) Earl Gillespie fbosun). Lance Gallant, Geoffrey Denesse, James Mills, Christopher Stringer, Easley Quinn III, James Richards, Mark Rivers, Gaston Watkins, Jason Frazee and Charles Frazer III, (third row, from ieft) Darrell Brashear, James Connor, EricThornsbrough, Matthew Young, Robert Fox and Ben Cusic (instructor), (back row, from ieft) Duffy Joyce, Joseph Tengler, Kenny Frankiewicz, Jere Johnson, Greg Woid, Jason Wyatt, Ricardo Ramirez and Garrick Prater. • '-•. •>;.;,V; Radar Observer—Members from Allied Towing who completed the radar observer course are (first row, from left) Henry Corbell, Dexter Moore, Carl R. Moor, Phil Spoerle and Casey Taylor (instructor), (second row, from left) Robert L. O'Neal, Kenneth H. Hudgins Sr. and Erik H. Eriksen. Able Seaman Class—The Lundeberg School graduated 18 members as able bodied seamen on November 19. From the left are (kneeling) Bruce Holloway, Bob Lang, William Norton, Alvin Diles Jr., Mitchell Roberts, David O'Neal, Steve Shank and instructor Nelson Bailey (standing), (second row, from left) Jake Karaczynski (instructor), Joe Thompson, MikeSmigelski, Rick Jones, NickMcKnett, Wade Pisciotta, Kevin Walker, Arthur Stewart, John Bumgart, Jesse Fountain, Michael Gav and Mario Mardesic. Upgraders Lifeboat Class—Learning lifeboat skills and water survival techniques leads to lifeboatman certification at the Lundeberg School. Under the instruction of Ben Cusic (right), the following members completed the course of study: (from the left) W. Reyes, Walt Van Court, Charlie M. Belton and Bill Collins. Hagberg. Missing from the photo is,Brian "Magenta" Carolan. FiremanAVaterlender, Oiler (FOWT)—Completing the six-week course leading to endorsement as fireman/watertender are (sitting) Frank Alo, (first row kneeling, from left) Tomas Torruellas, Stoney Hardy, Mark Moran,Havier Alvarado, Mike Holly and Beato Diaz, (second row, from left) Jim Shaffer (instructor), Damon Jordan, Bruce Auman, Steve Rollins, Dean Compton, David Skieff, Chris Martinez and Charlie Belton, (third row, from left) Davis Lea, Steve Marshall, Jeff Van Slambrouck, Mike Waz, Emest Kemp and Darren Henderson. �'.'v s;; y'i';? DSCmBER 1990 ••.V ^J-.. .•;:,1 •'••i-i ' I-,-' •i::.':;'T", i.'-r-'••••':'V. 1991 mnAom COURSE sdimu Skmrd Upgnding Comses theSeSre'Ky for January-May Wlat geared to improve job skills of III l nwih ^11 programs are mariUme industry members and to promote the American industry's need^as^Sl as^th?Son ^ reflect the membership's and Persian Gulf. national emergency mobilization in the -If FULL S-week Sessions Course Able Seaman January 7 January 18 January 21 February 1 February 4 February 15 February 18 March 1 March 4 March 15 March 18 March 29 April 1 April 12 April 15 April 26 'f /t] April 29 May 10 May 13 May 24 May 27 June 7 • ' Ship HandliitgK January 21 February 1 March 18 March 29 May 27 June 7 Radar Observer Unlimited February 4 February 8 April 1 April 5 April 22 AprU26 May 20 May 24 Third Mate February 4 May 17 Inland Deck Licenses January 28 April 19 Celestial Navigation February 11 March 1 April 22 . iTiajr May 10 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations coarse mast be taken Tankerman March 4 March 29 May 27 June 21 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations coarse mast be taken Tankerman _ March 4 May 27 March 29 June 21 0// Spin Course Check-In Completion ^Date Date February 18 February 22 AprU 1 Aprils May 13 May 17 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations coarse mast be taken. UPGRADING APPUCATIOH Name(First) Date of Birth. (Middle) Mo./Dpy/Vear Address. (State) Telephnne( (Zip Code) " ) (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. Social Security #_ Seniority. :. U.S. Citizen: • Yes Completion Date May 6 March 4 Sngine Upgnding Courses Check-In Date January 21 May 13 January 7 Februaiy 4 March 18 April 15 May 13 Course -—^ QMED-Any Rating FiremanAVatertender and Oiler '••f ' — -0$ m.H: : Completion Date April 12 August 2 February 1 March 1 April 12 May 10 June 7 « # c Kcr/Kfc/Af ana %. nimprooiti Maintenance & Operations January 21 Marine Electrical Maintenance January 7 April 1 January 28 May 27 March 18 February 18 January 14 March 11 :r • March 1 May 24 March 1 May 24 March 8 July 5 April 12 March 15 April 5 May 17 : ••il • , • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operations Diesel Engine Technology Welding Marine Electronics Technician Assistant Engineer (Deep Sea & Inland) Electro-Hydraulics Deep Sea/Inland Engineers March 11 May 17 All students in the Engine Department will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular coarse. -i; •-I*' r'- ' 'I ' " J99I Adult Edurafion Stkoduie Course j 1 English as a Second Language (E$L) Developmental Studies ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course Check-In Date January 7 March 4 April 29 January 7 March 4 April 29 February 11 Completion Date February IS April 19 June 14 February 15 AprU 19 June 14 March 22 Januarv 18 January 7 January 28 April 22 iShri Janua?!^ February 22 May 17 'M':• 'f-', • •-i.-..ifr- • • discharges mast be submitted" ""' YOT^U to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested You also mast submit a COPY of each of the following- the first nSe of c^r^d rTI*h f '"d'cating your department and seniority, youf clinic Hr c u yo"*" Lundeberg School identification Sfice WILL NOT taken and completed. The Admissions Utnce WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. RATING DATE nATEVESSFI HE-tn wAie, DATE OF VtASEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE Book #_ Department. • No SIGNATUREL I am interested in the following coursefs) checked below or indicated here if not listed Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee progriam? If yes, which program: from • Yes GNo to Last grade of school completed. (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? • Yes • No If yes, course(s) taken Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? Q Yes Q No If yes, how many weeks have you completed? . Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement? • Yes • No Firefighting: • Yes • No CPR: • Yes • No Date available for training ^ ' DATE. Home Port. Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held_ Primary language spoken Check-In Date March 25 January 28 Course Bosun Recertification Steward Recertification Adult Basic Education (ABE) Course Oil Spill Prevention & Containment (1 week) May 17 KBceriificaHon Frognms January 4 February 15 March 29 May 10 June 21 ^^il^^l^hoatman (City) Pngram Sikedah for 1991 January 14 March 8 March 25 • December 10-' • v'w'f.January 21^ . March 4 April IS • i'ii Check-In Completfon Course Date Date >U><>P«-«>ded(c<»aKt»lnM«» Coo'^' Chief steward office for starting dates) Upon completion, all students will take a Sealift Familiarization class. " - '' ' • ' " DECK • AB/Sealift • 1st Class Pilot • Third Mate • Radar Observer Unlimited O Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course ENGINE • FOWT • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) D Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3rd Engineer ^eam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems U Automation • Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility • Cook and Baker • Chief Cook D Chief Steward • Towboat Inland Cook • it • •• •;4 •' • • I -s ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding • Lifeboatman (Must be takbn with another course) ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) • High School Equivalency Program (GED) • Developmental Studies (DVS) • English as a Second Language (ESL) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation 4'. • m •X COLLEGE PROGRAM • Associates in Arts Degree • Certificate Programs RETURN COMPLETED APPUCAT,ON TO Seafarers Haoy I2A)0 A �SEAEUCEBtS r'->^ rv'"- Volume 52, Number 12 December 1990 Summary Annual Report Seafarers Pension Plan Page 17 ' '• il-' #- Sea-Land, SIU Stewards Seek Best Chow for Crews %... • "V ;l, &-:X The input of men and women who sail for the SIU will play a major rOle in determining the foods that will be served aboard Sea-Land vessels in the coming year. Upgraders and instructors from the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School, union members on the beach and other friends of Sea-Land participated in a food exhibi­ tion sponsored by the company last month near its corpo­ rate headquarters in Elizabeth, N.J. The purpose of the event was to allow shipboard and company personnel an opportunity to examine the best quality food products available to institutional buyers such as Sea-Land. As the SIU stewards and members who attended the event discovered, there was more to the exhibit than just looking at the products. "I didn't think we'd get to taste the food," said Leslie Prophter of San Francisco, who is upgrading at Piney Point to cook/baker. "I thought we would be in seminars. This is a great idea. It gives us a chance to find out what is available on the ships and a choice in what we want to Order." Honolulu's Sherman Anderson, who is upgrading to chief steward, noted, "It's good for us to test food before we use it on a ship. We know what the members like." Good Food Raises Morale t,-. •.,; ,'.' IV', / •A"' .^•' Summary Annual Report Great Lakes Tug & Dredge Pension Plan _Page 14 '• .' The food display is the creation for Lundeberg School graduate Jim Mann, who serves as Sea-Land's fleet commissary manager. He noted lot of time and effort go into the event. "We have to show what we are doing in our depart­ ments at Sea-Land," Mann told a reporter for the Seafar­ ers LOG. "Food brings people together and we want Above, galley gang mem­ bers Ed Ruggiero (left) and Sherman Anderson com­ pare notes about some of the food they tasted during the afternoon session.At right, Elizabeth shoregang bosun John Natoli slices open a seafood package so visitors can sample the taste of the fish. Brothers Ruggiero, Anderson and Natoli were among the many SIU members who sampled the products of a variety of purveyors during a Sea-Land food exhibi­ tion. Help Sought In Locating The National Center for Miss­ ing and Exploited Children is seeking the help of Seafarers in locating Averie Grace Evans. Averie was last seen riding a Above, head shoregang bosun Thomas Soresi asks a com­ pany rep about his products. At right. Chief Cook Joanna Cardwell decides which rice dish she wants to sample. people to see we are putting good stuff oh the vessels." For the members of the steward department, Mann said attending the show, tasting the products and talking with food company representatives helps them improve the quality of the food used to feed crewmembers. "That is good for morale on a long trip," he added. Recertified Steward Mike Ruggiero seemed to agree with Mann's assessment. Ruggiero sails aboard LNG vessels which sail between Indonesia and Japan, thus never seeing American ports or receiving Amer­ ican stores. "We recommended to our food suppliers that our members would eat short grain brown rice and veal," the 10-year member recalled. "I got them on my ship first and the members loved it. Now all the vessels stock and serve the items." Ruggiero travelled from his home in the nearby mountains of Pennsylvania to attend the show because "I can make suggestions on the quality, yield and cost effectiveness of the products available on the market." Between stops at the various booths. Chief Cook Joanna Cardwell of New York, a 10-year SIU mem­ ber, commented, "Everything is good and tasty. This certainly helps a lot when we cook aboard ship." Even Recertified Bosun Francis Adams realized the importance of non-galley gang members to be tasting the items. "I work with the stewards all the time. When the food is good, everyone gets along, so we're always discussing and coming up with new ideas." However, one SIU member, as he observed the displays, noted the difference in galley stores from the time he began shipping to today. Sea-Land Port Stew­ ard Ed Martin observed, "There have been a lot of drastic changes in the galley." Martin, a member since 1944, said, "We used to do everything from scratch. Now, it's a whole different mode of feeding. Today we can get most items in pre-measured form." purple Murray bicycle at approxi­ mately 4:30 p.m. in the East Natchitoches, La. area. She was wearing a black sweater, blue jean vest and black jeans at the time of her disappearance last month, No­ vember 5, 1990. Averie, who turned 12 years old this month, is 5 feet tall and weighs 101 pounds. She has brown hair, brown eyes and a scar on top of her nose and one above Ed Martin, SIU member and Sea-Land's Eliza­ beth, N.J. port steward, prepares a seafood dis^ play for the show. New York Port Agent Kermett Mangram (left) and Recertified Bosun Francis Adams recall one of the many payoffs they worked together. Lundeberg School graduate James Mann (left), now Sea-Land's fleet commissary manager, or­ ganized the food show. He is talking with William Seidenstricker, one of his instructors at the school when Mann was a trainee. Even the all-American hot dog was available at the food show, being sampled by Lundeberg School instructor William Seidenstricker. her right eyebrow. Anyone having information should contact the National Cen­ ter for Missing and Exploited Children at 1-800-843-5678 or the Natchitoches Police Department (Louisiana) Missing Persons Unit atl-3I8-352-8I01. Averie Grace Evans, in a recent photograph at left. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource December 1990 Description An account of the resource Headlines: MARINE SERVICES LEFT ON AGENDA, BUT WORLD TRADE TALKS COLLAPSE SEAFARERS BREAK OUT 13 MORE RRF SHIPS 1990 IS BUSY YEAR FOR SIU MEMBERS MTD ASKS CONGRESS TO PROBE REPORTS OF AT&T JOB EXPORTS PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTS RESUME; RANDOM SCREENING SET FOR COMING YEAR TOM GOULD DIES; SEX-SIU OFFICIAL GULF BANKER'S CAPTAIN PRAISES WORK OF SHIP'S CREW SIU LNG CREWMEMBERS OK NEW SHIPPING PACT SIU-CREWED SEA-LAND CONSUMER RESCUES FOUR CUBAN REFUGEES SAN FRANCISCO PORT HOSTS THANKSGIVING FEAST SAM LAUD PLIES THE LAKES AS WINTER SETS IN SEA-LAND, SIU STEWARDS SEEK BEST CHOW FOR CREWS Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 12/1/1990 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 52, No. 12 1990 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/2b1f004cddab1bb9afb9abd2ecb68738.PDF 9c5318fda126d456bf40e55c9eb8be97 PDF Text Text SEAmKERS - •# January 1991 Volume 53, Number 1 -V. : •• S^'i^ . SlU Crews Maintain Suppiy Lines i:o r-. c. IT' The USNS Beilatrix, one of the military's eight fast sealift ships, is pictured in photo right arriving in the Middle East. As the war in the Persian Gulf broke out, the SlU-crewed Beilatrix was engaged in its sixth round trip supply mission since it was put on full operating status in August. •Jj vO Among the SlUcrewed commercial vessels utilized by the military to deliver cargo to the gulf is the Overseas Alice (photo left), a Maritime Over­ seas Corp. ship. The Soviet Union, stuck with obsolete tonnage in its state-controlled fleet, is trying to put its surplus seamen on the market for hire by the world shipping community, reports the authoritative Seatrade Soviet Maritime Guide. Both the Soviet Ministry of Merchant Marine, the government agency that exer­ cises broad control over the nation's socalled commercial fleets, and Soviet ship­ ping companies appear to be equally keen about peddling the services of Soviet sea­ men. Soviet shipping lines, in the throws of becoming private and self-sufficient enter­ prises, as well as the hard-currency starved Soviet government, view such a program as a potential bonanza of Western cash. However, the hard currency earned by exploiting Soviet seamen is not destined for the pockets of the seafarers themselves. The export of Soviet seamen's services is achieved under the auspices of joint venture agreements between Soviet shipping com­ panies and foreign shipowners and "man­ agement companies. Such contracts have transferred hard currency to the Soviet shipowners while allowing for crew wages to be paid in Soviet rubles, a monetary unit which is rapidly falling in value within the Soviet Union that also is worthless in the world market. To ensure its share of the booty made off the backs of Soviet seamen, the Soviet government is talking of establishing a statecontrolled manning agency that will become the vehicle for providing its country's sea­ men to foreign shipping companies. Mean­ while, the Soviet Ministry of Merchant Marine is recommending that crew-export contracts be arranged through a govern­ ment shipping company. The Seatrade article on the subject also indicates that legislative actions by the Soviet government have cleared the way for Soviet citizens to work overseas. Soviet Crews Strike Back Soviet seamenC on the other hand, are attempting to get their fair share of the hard Continued on page 6 ' '• f. I- • '' Tv' p.?' s �SEAFARIRS LOG The 'Brotherhood of the Sea' Helps Stranded Brazilian Seamen President's Report Liberty, Fraternity and Equality "What happened?" "What does all this mean?" These are some of the questions that SIU members have been putting to us over the news of the decisive manner in which a group of marine en­ gineers routed the entire slate of officers who were running for re-elec­ tion as officials of the licensed division of the merged District 1 MEBA/NMU. Few events in the maritime industry over the past year have touched off as much discussion as those election results. All of the principal officers of the MEBA/NMU li­ censed division were replaced, according to the results which were announced on January 2. Not one incum­ bent escaped the obvious anger of the rank-and-file en­ gineers at what they obviously considered to be an unacceptable state of affairs in the merged MEBA/NMU. Michael It should be pointed out that the head of the merged Sacco union, C.E. DeFries, is still the head of the combined MEBA/NMU. Prior to the election, he had given up his position as top of­ ficer of the licensed division, but he retained the presidency of the overall organization of licensed engineers and unlicensed seamen—a position which now will be filled by the vote of delegates to a convention, sched­ uled for 1992. The balloting also determined who will be the delegates to the forth­ coming convention. Here the opposition candidates won 11 of the 15 del­ egate spots. •••V - .r- ;,'y.^- y:.:. -J'l:.' • . > •; ', ;i^-, . •;"' A Muddled Situation To those who asked me what this means, I only can say the situation is muddled, at the very least. Because of the complicated and peculiar na­ ture of the structure by which the merged MEBA/NMU functions, the union is being administered at the top by engineers whom the licensed membership has repudiated. Insofar as the unlicensed NMU members are concerned, their status really doesn't change as a result of the election be­ cause they were subordinated permanently to the licensed members by a "constitution" which assured that unlicensed members are barred from holding the top office of the merged organization. So much for equality. So, "what happened?" It doesn't take an exceptional student of union affairs to understand that some grave errors must have been made by the leadership of MEBA and the NMU when they structured the takeover op­ eration. They obviously forgot to give serious consideration to the interests and welfare of all the people for whom unionism is all about—the rankand-file members. To use a line of Rodney Dangerfield's: The MEBA/NMU officers didn't show any respect to their constituents. Both the fact of the merger of MEB A and NMU and the manner in which it was done should have signaled to the architects that their decisions would be fateful ones. Aside from the features of the merger agreement that ultimately turned the licensed engineers against their union, it appears to me there is one fundamental lesson that emerges from the situation: You cannot rig deals to benefit a few and exclude the many and expect to win acceptance or approval. The men and women of the MEBA are professional seafaring people with one of the longest histories as a union. They are good trade union­ ists who have time and again stood up for their union's best interests, A Union Is for All the People It must be obvious that the sponsors and few beneficiaries of the merger failed to recognize some fundamentals of democratic trade union­ ism, among the most basic being that the union must represent all the peo­ ple—equally. Evidently, the rank-and-file licensed engineers were so concerned with the merger's affect on their continued job security that they voted out everybody on the ballot associated with the administration of their di­ vision. What the District 1 leadership obviously forgot is that you cannot abuse or suspend the democratic process and get away with it for long. Volume 53, Number 1 -. . ..•^•' Oi ; .•• The SIU brought food to members of the Brazilian seamen's union who had run out of stores after their ship was arrested and the operating company's accounts frozen. Within hours of receiving a re­ quest from the Brazilian seamen's union to assist 28 of the group's members who were running out of food and water and confined to their arrested container ship, the SIU delivered a two-week supply of stores to the crew of the M/V Lloyd Itapage. In his communication to the SIU, M. Sant'Anna, president of the Confederacao Nacional dos Trabalhadores em Transportes Maritimos, Aereos e Fluviais, noted the Itapage seamen were caught in the middle of a struggle between the vessel's operator and its creditors. The Itapage, sequestered in Jacksonville in early December, is one of nine ships in the Compahia de Navagacao Lloyd Brasileiro fleet that has been arrested as a result of court actions filed by cred­ itors of the state-owned shipping company. The nine Lloydbras ships had been seized in Euro­ pean, Canadian and American ports. SIU Assistant Vice President George Ripoll and Port Represen­ tative James B. Koesy brought food and water to the 28 stranded Itap­ age crewmembers. Ripoll and Koesy were told by crewmembers that they had not received any food, water, fuel or wages since the vessel's arrest. Without their pay, the Brazilian seamen had been un­ able to afford laundry services. In addition, no mail had been for­ warded to the ship since it had tied up at the Talleyrand Avenue docks along the St. Johns River. Eating Flour and Oil "When we got to the Itapage, the seamen were down to eating flour mixed with cooking oil," reported Koesy. "I think they were grateful for the food and water we sup­ plied," he added. Edd Morris, an SIU representa­ tive who serves as an inspector for the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF)—the organization that brings together rail, air and maritime unions from all the nations in the free world— assisted the Itapage crewmembers by keeping in touch with the Bra­ zilian seamen's union and mobiliz­ ing support for the Itapage crew within the United States. While the Itapage crew's plight was eased by the support of the SIU and several church and charitable organizations based in Jackson­ ville, the fate of the Lloydbras ship­ ping line remained unclear. The Brazilian congress, meeting in a special legislative session to address several critical issues, voted to extend an emergency loan of close to $65 million to Lloydbras in order to secure a release of the nine arrested ships. As the LOG went to press, the funding allocated by the congress had not been released, but the Bra­ zilian consulates had taken over the responsibility of looking after the needs of crewmembers aboard the seized Lloydbras vessels. January 1991 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSG Prince Georges, MD 20790-9998 and at additional mailing of­ fices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafar­ ers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith: Associate Editors, Daniel Duncan and Max Hail; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene, Art Direc­ tor, Bill Brower. Jacksonville Port Representative •r. �'Wm:::'. JANUARY 1991 i •T' Ships Keep Up Supply Line as War Erupts As the war broke out January 16 in the Persian Gulf, Seafarers continued to man the majority of the 136 American-flag ships which are supplying the U.S. forces in the Middle East combat zone. On the eve of the war, ence in the gulf that includes more than 4.2 billion 460,000 American troops. The deployment in the gulf is the pounds of dry cargo and largest American military buildup 8.4 billion pounds of fuel had since the United States was en­ been delivered to the Persian gaged in the Vietnam conflict. As Gulf during the buildup, of January 14, the Military Seaiift Military personnel and SlU crewmembers line the deck of the USNS Beiiatrix as'famiiy members wave good-bye. The ship is one of the miiitary's eight fast seaiift vessels, all of which are crewed by SiU members. The ships, which can sail at speeds of over 30 knots, are shuttling supplies to the Persian Gulf. D1 MEBA Officials Swept from Office Licensed members of District 1 Marine Engineers Beneficial As­ sociation/National Maritime Union, running on a platform to reform the organization, ousted all of the incumbent division officers and branch agents, won two out of three patrolmen positions and swept 11 of the 15 convention delegate posts,according to results of the union's recently-concluded election. The marine engineers, orga­ nized under the banner of the MAD Committee—initials that in­ terchangeably have stood for Members Advocating Democracy or Members Against DeFries (C.E. "Gene" DeFries serves as presi­ dent of the District), ran on a platform to reform the structure of the union that had been insti­ tuted when MEBA and the NMU merged in March 1988. The struc­ ture does not allow the rank-and- file, neither of MEBA nor the NMU, to vote directly for the top officers of the District, who in turn make up the District Executive Committee. The opposition group took issue with the so-called severance pay­ ments, totaling more than $2 mil­ lion dollars, that incumbent offi­ cials granted themselves at the time of the merger. The group stressed that those District officers who had received the extra cash payments actually had not severed their positions with the unions when MEBA and NMU became one supposed organization. A major point of contention among the licensed engineers was the attempt of District 1 MEBA officers to merge the NMU pen­ sion fund into the MEBA pension plan. The opposition group re­ portedly felt such an action would Continued on page 6 known by its military name Op­ eration Desert Shield. The eruption of fighting, in which the armed forces of the United States have been joined by mili­ tary units of allied nations, began with rounds of air strikes against key Iraqi militaiy targets. With the advent of the war, the military code name for the engagement has been changed to Operation Desert Storm. The fighting was the culmination of a series of events that began last August 2 when Iraq's Presi­ dent Saddam Hussein initiated a military operation to take over Kuwait. Efforts to get Iraq to peacefully withdraw from Kuwait included scores of diplomatic ini­ tiatives and a world economic em­ bargo. During the autumn, the United Nations ruled that any necessary means, including military force, could be used to oust Iraq from Kuwait if the aggressor had not withdrawn by January 15. Earlier this month, the U.S. Congress authorized President Bush to go to war against Iraq by a vote of 52 to 47 in the Senate and a vote of 250 to 183 in the House. Six-Month Buildup While the peaceful attempts to force Iraq out of Kuwait were taking place throughout the last six months, the United States and scores of other nations were com­ piling a formidable military pres­ Command (MSC) reported that the United States had 238 ships, of which 136 are U.S.-flag vessels, transporting supplies to the Armed Forces in the Middle East. Among the vessels traversing the oceans between the United States and the gulf carrying cargo to the troops are 57 Ready Reserve Force ships that MSC has re­ quested for activation, eight fast seaiift ships, 21 prepositioning vessels, 108 chartered commercial ships, seven ships on loan from foreign governments, six char­ tered commercial ships that had been in service to MSC prior to Operation Desert Shield, 27 tank­ ers, two Marine aviation support ships known as T-AVB's and two hospital ships. Of the 238 ships under MSC's direction, 90 of the commercial chartered vessels fly foreign flags and five of the 27 tankers are under foreign registry. Seafarers crews are on many of the RRF vessels which have been activated by the government from the layup fleet for participation in Operation Desert Shield. In ad­ dition, SIU members are manning many of the prepositioning ships and the U.S.-flag compiercial ships participating in the deployment. All of the fast seaiift ships and the two T-AVB's are crewed by Sea­ farers. The USNS Mercy, one of the two hospital ships in the gulf, is crewed by members of the SIU's Government Services Division. Joe DiGiorgio Dies; Was Recently Retired Joe DiGiorgio died December 26 at the age of 72. He had retired in October from the post of SIU secretary-treasurer. He died of complications following heart sur­ gery in a New York City hospital. Brother DiGiorgio had been a member of the union for 50 years and was the union's number two officer since 1972. DiGiorgio served the union in a variety of capacities, including organizer, patrolman and port agent. He assumed the duties of the secretary-treasurer when A1 Kerr, who held the post, died in January 1972. DiGiorgio was subsequently elected to the position by the SIU's rank-and-file membership in dis­ trict-wide voting. He continued to be re-elected to the job, only leav­ ing the post when he retired. 'Universally Liked' His engaging, friendly manner won him a wide following within the union and the maritime indus- Joe DiGiorgio try in general. Michael Sacco, president of the SIU, in remarks made during a funeral service for Brother DiGiorgio, described him as "universally liked." "Joe was a one-of-a-kind char­ acter. He was blessed with an unsinkable optimism which car­ ried him and the union through many difficult times," Sacco noted. "We will all miss him very much." DiGiorgio also served as a union trustee on the SIU's various trust funds' boards, including the Sea­ farers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, an institution he cared for deeply. Born Joseph Alloysius Di­ Giorgio in 1918, he entered the Hope Haven orphanage located outside of New Orleans at the age of five. Prior to shipping, Di­ Giorgio tried longshore work on the Mandeville docks in New Or­ leans. Shipped in WWU . His shipping career began in 1941 when he sailed in the steward department aboard the Del Valle. He switched to the black gang and continued sailing throughout World War II. During the war, DiGiorgio shipped'on merchant vessels as­ signed to the North Atlantic and Mediterranean theaters. Brother DiGiorgio was buried in the Seafarers Haven Cemetery in Valley Lee, Md. on December 31. The cemetery overlooks the Seafarers Hany Lundebeig School of Seamanship. As a merchant mariner who sailed during WWII and thus a recognized veteran, his casket was draped with an Amer­ ican flag. He is survived by his wife Rita Shephard DiGiorgio, to whom he had been married for 44 years, his two daughters—^JoAnne Arizzi and Renee Truelove of New Fairfield, Conn., his brother Dominick DiGiorgio and sisters Matilda Sacco and Josephine Cardarella, all of New Orleans. DiGiorgio also is survived by three grandchildren, John Joseph Arizzi, Deanna M. Arizzi and Ed­ ward Joseph Fitzpatrick. •• f • LH:' •iii :. �0m •- . '•. "'" v^ ,.,-,0'~ J«:- • i-,- , , , ., ..•', .. , •,••. . ^ "y^/T"?: , _ V--:,A ;; SUFARCRSLOe m Concern Mounts in House and Senate Over AT&T Plan to Switch Ships' Flag : rij .••'••:-±-.,r ' -n^'" f;';?-' A' • 'i^jSv'S'S V i, '_'. . :-;:|,,::;y::;,;:; A- y • ' ':•>••-•, ' ••:, '.. v.f •'• .' '';: _y -' ••'•• -f'V.:'•'•> •';•' • • %.• M%yy • ty yy-yy yy "v'iC" '--i- '•- 'v- Concerns continued to mount among elected officials in Congress over American Telephone and Telegraph (AT«&T) Company's proposal to operate its cable-laying vessels under a foreign registry. House and Senate members have been called upon to examine AT&T's threatened switch from the American flag to those foreign ship registries that allow vessel operators to evade their national taxes and safety standards and permit the hiring of crewmembers from any­ where in the world. AT&T's indication that it was considering abandoning the American flag on its cable-laying ships came to light in a series of press reports last month. Company spokesmen were quoted as saying that "economic" considerations were fueling AT&T's interest in a foreign-flag ship­ ping operation. Michael Sacco, president of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department, which is made up of 43 unions representing a combined mem­ bership of 85 million workers, and headed by SIU President Michael Sacco, asked Congress to look into AT&T's flag switch plan, noting that it could be the beginning of a continuous transfer of American jobs to offshore areas where work can be performed cheaper by for­ eigners. Rinaldo, Schaefer and Callahan In a communication addressed to AT&T's chairman of the board, Robert E. Allen, Con­ gressmen Matthew J. Rinaldo (R-N.J.), Dan Schaefer (R-Conn.j and Sonny Callahan (RAla.) urged the company to continue operating its vessels under a U.S. flag, particularly in light of America's defense interests. "You are undoubtedly aware of the vital role a strong American-flag merchant fleet has played, and continues to play, in advancing our nation's security interests ... In our view, every Amer­ ican-flag vessel, no matter its trade, plays an important role in such an operation," noted the three Republican representatives. Senator Howell Heflin (D-Ala.) said, ". . . recent events in the Middle East point out the necessity of this country to maintain a strong merchant marine fleet." He suggested that op­ erating AT&T vessels under a foreign flag would "send the wrong signal to other U.S. businesses at this time." Nation's Security at Stake Congressman Frank Pallone Jr. (D-N.J.) urged the giant telecommunications company to "for­ mulate a responsible corporate policy that is mindful of our national security interests." California representative Tom Lantos (D) told Allen, "It troubles me greatly to hear . . . that AT&T, one of the most respected U.S. corpo­ rate leaders, may not continue its prattice of utilizing U.S.-flag ships." ". . .1 urge you to consider the possible long term negative effects such a decision would have on our nation's national security inter­ ests,'.' added Lantos. Congressmen Albert G. Bustamante (D-Texas) and Robert J. Mrazek (D-N.Y) registered their disappointment that "a company of the stature of AT&T would consider registering a 'runaway' fleet of oceangoing vessels.'' If AT&T decides to operate its cable-laying vessels under a foreign flag, "it would raise serious questions about corporate America's commitment to maintaining military indepen­ dence in an unpredictable world environment," Bustamante and Mrazek added. AT&T's two new cable ships, the Global Link and the Global Sentinel, will become;fu fully operational this year. The first is due out of the shipyard in the next month. AT&T currently has two operating cable-laying vessels—^the Charlie Brown and the Long Lines—both of which are crewed by SIU members. SIU Keeps Eye on World Trade Talks While world trade talks that could threaten American shipping interests ended inconclu­ sively last month, the Seafarers International Union, along with others in the maritime in­ dustry, continues to keep a close watch on the fs;' •;•?- ;• y MarAd Official inspects Union's School Robert E. Martinez (center), deputy administra­ tor for the Maritime Administration, reviews the SlU's shipping procedure for crewing Ready Reserve Force vessels needed in Operation Desert Shield. He is pictured with Bart Rogers (left), SIU manpower coordinator, and Ken Conklln, Lundeberg School vice president. Martinez also inspected the union's training programs conducted at the SlU's educational facility. •• ':^k-' • • .- attempts by various governments to bring the process back to life. If the current round of talks under the world's General Agreement on Trade and Tariffs (GATT) framework are to be resuscitated, the United States Trade Representative (USTR) must pre­ sent a completed treaty to Congress by March 1. After that date, the trade agreement will no longer be considered under what is known as "fast track authority," aprocess which provides for a single up or down vote by Congress, prohibiting amendments. While the USTR can make a case for an extension of the fast track authority, indications from a number of elected House and Senate offlcials suggest that Con­ gress is not likely to grant such a request. Because of the March 1 date, it is expected that any attempts to revive GATT will take place over the next few weeks. Should the various signatory nations to the trade treaty iron out their differences on the agricultural subsidies question, the GATT agreement will be very much alive and the American maritime sector will have to work hard to ensure that waterbome transportation services are not brought to the table. The GATT agenda collapsed last month when no accord was reached between nations with significant agricultural sectors on the level of government subsidies that farmers should re­ ceive. While the failure to reach an agreement on this issue dominated press accounts of the GATT talks, many other sets of negotiations also were being conducted. It was the attempt to bring waterbome transportation services under the auspices of GATT that concerned the American-flag shipContinued on page 6 Great Lakes SIU members (from left to right) Donald Thornton, Tim Kelley and Kevin Kelley joined with other Seafarers and metropolitanDetroit trade, unionists to demonstrate support for striking Eastern Air Lines machinists. Easiaw Aff Liiws IsMidBushess Eastern Air Lines ceased operations January 18 almost two years after its management locked out its unionized workers and tried to rebuild the company by using scab employees and the federal bankmptcy courts. The folding of the airline brings to an end months of picketing against the company by members of the Intemational Association of Machinists (lAM) who have been on strike at Eastern since March 1989. Hundreds of SIU members have provided countless hours of picket-duty assistance to their brother and sister unionists from Eastern since the strike began. Upon hearing the news that Eastern was closing down for good, Frank Ortis, a spokesitian for the Machinists, said, "This is a direct effect of labor-busting. Labor peace could have saved Eastern. We were willing to negotiate but the company was unwilling to accept it»" he added. Eastern management blamed the shutdown on the increased cost of fuel caused by the Persian Gulf war and a steadily declining pas­ senger flow. Union Busting Does Not Pay The beginning of Eastern's end came about when notorious union-buster Frank Lorenzo, then president of Eastern's parent company, Texas Air (now called Continental Airlines Holdings), locked out Machinists on March 3, 1989. IAM members employed by Eastern had planned to go on strike the following day if an agreement had not been reached. Members of the pilots' and flight attendants' unions honored the Machinists picket lines, effectively shutting down the airline. Lorenzo filed for bankruptcy protection six days later. As the company tried to rebuild the airline with scabs, the bankruptcy court ousted Lor­ enzo from control of Eastern in April 1990. The airline, despite its reduced size and corporate restructuring, was losing $1 million to $2 million daily, which it continued to do until closing. When the court appointed Martin Shugrue to oversee the airline, the Machinists had hoped to negotiate an end to the labor strife. "One of the largest problems was he did not want to negotiate to get rid of the scabs," said Ortis. Shugrue met with the lAM leadership once, the Machinist spokesman noted. Ortis said the union will continue to follow deliberations of a New York grand jury that indicted Eastern in August 1990 for falsifying maintenance records before the strike, acts which the lAM had accused the company of practicing prior to the commencement of their job action. "But we understand the grand jury also is investigating Eastern for the same thing after the strike and during Shugrue's tenure," Ortis added. y'.' 'y • �:^'¥f • ".'W-ife- •',••"• "--rv -t"' "'•" ! JANUARY 7997 Military Hails Sill Crew in Operation Steel Box •-" -• ".;' ;'.i' .'T. •• The Military Sealift Command (MSG) acclaimed the "exceptional performance" of the two SIUcrewed ships that were selected for a very critical and possibly very dangerous mission transporting highly sensitive materials from Eu­ rope to the Pacific. According to press reports, the Gopher State and Flickertail State, which are operated by the SlU-con- .•J'jgl See page 9 for thoughts of two crewmembers who participated in the historic operation. Photos of Sea­ farers in mission also ap­ pear on page 9. .'tRJSSjS:/. t;?:/. :;V- , •'T. ' v-,-':; tracted operator Interocean Man­ agement Company (lOM), picked up more than 102,000 rounds of nerve gas artillery shells from Nordenham, Germany, a port city near the North Sea and carried the cargo to Johnston Atoll, about 850 southwest of Hawaii, where the chemical we^ns will be destroyed in a specially built incinerator. In preparation for participating in the mission, known by its mili­ tary designation Operation Steel Box, Seafarers received special ad­ ditional training in fire fighting and chemical handling, spending sev­ eral weeks engaged in intensive simulated drills and exercises. MSG Cites 'Professionalism' MSG Commander Vice Admiral F.R. Donovan, in a communication to lOM, congratulated the entire Interocean Management team for a job well done, citing the profession­ alism, cooperation and persever­ ance of all lOM hands involved in Operation Steel Box. lOM Presi­ dent William H. Lockwood Jr. ad­ vised SIU President Michael Sacco that the work of the SIU crews had played a critical part in making the mission a success. "lOM recog­ nizes this exceptional level of effort oh the part of the SIU and applauds it," Lockwood said. The nerve gas canisters, part of the European-based arsenal built up by the United States from 1958 through 1968, were removed as part of an historic 1986 weapons-reduc­ tion agreement between the American and West German governments. Until the removal of the deadly chemical weapons was announced in the spring of last year, its existence had been secret, ftess reports noted that the removal of the covertly bunkered deadly weapons was a further signal of the relax­ ation of tensions between the Soviet Union and the United States along with its NATO allies. Heavy Security Before the lethal cargo arrived at the port city in Germany for loading on the two lOM-operated ships, it was transported first in a truck con­ voy and dien by rail, accompanied by massive U.S. military and Ger­ man paramilitary security forces. The six- to eight-inch in diameter artillery shells which were loaded with liquid nerve agents were Orgulf SIU Members to Vote On New Three-Year Pact ^ .. '• A: 'i-'•• ]HK.. UiS. Balloting is taking place along the Mississippi and Ohio rivers as approximately 250 Seafarers vote on a three-year extension of their contract with Orgulf Transportation Company. Lead Deckhands John Russel and Terry Tolley and Cook Jac­ queline Grant worked with Byron Keliey, SIU vice president for lakes and inland waters, and Joe Sigler, St. Louis port agent in the negotia­ tions with the company, Kelley re­ ported. He noted die four days of negotiations last month went well tha^s to the determined efforts of the union negotiating team. Orgulf operates 24 tugboats, crewed by SIU members, along the upper and lower Mississippi, Ohio, Tennessee and Missouri rivers. The company is based in Cincinnati. Voting is expected to continue through the month. Tony Sacco, Orgulf Vice President William Ferguson and SIU Vice President Lakes and In­ land Waters Byron Kelley are pictured above after the union and the company had agreed on a new 3-year contract. St. Louis Port Agent Joe Sigler (stand­ ing) and union members (left to right) John Russel, Jacqueline Grant and Terry Tolley take a break during nego­ tiations with Orgulf Transportation. SIU assistant vice president, said the effort to reach members aboard the tugs has been hampered by bad winter weather, but he expected all the vessels to receive a visit from a union official before the end of the month. The three members involved in the negotiations have sailed with Orgulf for several years. Russel started sailing on Orgulf tugs in 1985. Tolley began in 1986 and Grant started work in the galley in 1988. The SIU represents the cooks, lead deckhands and deckhands aboard Orgulf tugs. The new con­ tract would run through 1994 if it is ratified by SIU crewmembers. gr:/A:® hi •' -rii Heavily-guarded Convoys carrying American chemical weapons make their way through Germany on the way to the port city of Nordenham.From there, the canisters were}Toa loaded on two SlU-crewed vessels and carried to the Pacific for destruction. sealed in air-tight magazines and placed inside 5,000 specially-de­ signed sheetmetal containers. SIU crewmembers aboard the Flickertail State, a ship broken out of the U.S. government's Ready Reserve Force for participation in the mission, were Bosun Louis Flade; ABs John McMurtray, James Kutzler, John McL­ aughlin, Naaman Richard, Rich­ ard Barnhart; Ordinary Seamen Christopher Caporaso, Matthew Denesco, Noah Jones IV and Elec­ trician Donald Christian. Also on the Flickertail State were QMED Electrician Frank Tymcyszyn; FOWTs William Harrington, Pete Pasienza, Kevin Hall, Philip Zalewski, Lee Roy Laurent; Wiper Martin Thur­ ston; Steward Baker Ronald Malozi; Chief Cook Matthew Scott, Steward Assistants Andelair Betties, Stephen Colestock, Abraham Norwood Jr., Wagner Pellerin and Neil Penaflor. The Gopher State, another RRF ship brought into service for Oper­ ation Steel Box, was crewed by the following Seafarers: Bosun Paul Lewis; ABs K. Loggins, Paul Jagger, John Humason, James Burt, Tom Casey, Robert Coleman; Or­ dinary Seamen Gary Stevens, Russell Nelson, Gary Kypke; Electrician James Laratta; Sec­ ond Electrician J.A. Yarber; QMED M.B. Aroon; FOWTs Wayne Toole, Robert Ramsey, Dennis Clay, Moses Mickens Jr., D.W. Vannatter; Wiper Kelly Feldman; Steward/Baker John Reed; Chief Cook Russell Beyschau; and Steward Assistants Donald Sneed, John McLain, Mike Miller, Tran Nee, Timothy Williams and Walter Schoppe IV. • 'y •. -f • •• "'7 60 Day Waiver of Relief Rule instituteii Due to Gulf War The Seafarers Appeals Board has ruled that all requests for reliefs including permanent ratings be waived for a period of 60 days be­ ginning December 13,1990. The board, which consists of rep­ resentatives from both the union and its contracted companies, insti­ tuted the rule as a response to the huge surge in shipping resulting from the current sealift to the Pers­ ian Gulf. The ruling will be reviewed after 60 days to determine what the needs of the industry are at that time. However, the change does not af­ fect the established relief proce­ dures on Military Sealift Command and LNG vessels. Also, members who are required by the amount of seatime they have accrued to up­ grade at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, like QMEDs, will not be penalized if they were not able to attend the school because they could not be relieved from their vessels. The complete SAB ruling—^Ac­ tion 353—is printed below. SAB Action 353 The Seafarers Appeals Board acting under and pursuant to the Collective Bargaining Agreement •r-Vv-,- between the union and the various Contracted Employers, hereby takes the following action. Whereas, by Action No. 352, dated August 10,1990, because of the national emergency created by Operation Desert Shield, the Ship­ ping Rules were amended for the duration of the emergency, and Whereas, the additional vessels from the Ready Reserve Fleet have been assigned by the Maritime Ad­ ministration to various Contracted Employers, and Whereas, the additional vessels have escalated the demands on the Manpower Pool, the Shipping Rules will be further modified in the following manner. Rule 5 A 12 (a) Trip Reliefs Per­ manent Ratings shall be waived for a period of sixty (60) days, at which time the manpower pool capability shall be re-evaluated to determine the need for further modification of the Shipping Rules to meet the sealift commitment to the various Armed Services. On Military Sealift Command and LNG vessels where established relief procedures have been in effect, such procedures shall continue. EffectiveDate: December 13,1990. •:m • ••j �SIAFARCRSLOG J:;-;/': •^• •. '.-r •,: • • -' • iSJf: •, i-fi- S:-'::••-•; i\ .'i ." •< tSii •it fSM D1MEBA Officers Ousted Continued from page 3 have the licensed engineers, whose pension trust is over-funded, un­ derwriting the bad management of the NMU plan, which is under­ funded. Chairman Wins by 400 Votes Carrying the top officer position in the licensed division by a vote of 1,410 to 992, challenger Gordon Ward, a chief engineer aboard Puerto Rico Marine's Carolina, defeated Clyde Dodson, a long­ time official of the District and the incumbent chairman of division, a post he only had held for a few months. Prior to Dodson serving as chairman of the District's licensed division, the position had been held by C.E. "Gene" DeFries since the creation of the merged union. DeFries, who also serves as president of both the District and National MEBA, announced in the first half of 1990 that he was resigning from the licensed divi­ sion chairman post in order to concentrate on his other duties. This move exempted DeFries from holding any position voted on by a direct ballot of his union's mem­ bership. Joel Bern, currently a chief en­ gineer on the Sea-Land Atlantic, became the division's vice chair­ man, beating Karl Landgrebe, the incumbent, by a vote of 1,557 to 1,213. Replacing incumbent divi­ sion directors C.W. Daulley, Don­ ald Masingo and R. Fred Schamann are Mark Austin, a first assistant on the Alaska Marine Highway System, Nick Hadju, who has sailed as chief engineer on Lykes Lines vessels and Alex Shandrowsky, who holds a chief steam/motor engineer's license. The opposition slate won 11 of the 15 convention delegate posts that will represent the licensed division in a district-wide conven­ tion which next will be held in March 1992 and 11 of the 15 del­ egates attending the National MEBA convention which is con­ vened every four years. Unmn Mmitots Worid Trade Talks Continu^ from page 4 ping community. It is felt such a move would jeopardize existing programs designed to promote the American-flag merchant marine. For example, inclusion in the world trade agreement could nullify American cabotage laws, super­ sede existing treaties and bilateral maritime agreements and prohibit future government support for the industry. While more than 150 congress­ men and a majority of members of the Senate agree with U.S. shipping interests that waterbome transit should not be included in the GATT agreement, American government representatives in­ volved in the trade talks have been cagey about whether their nego­ tiating strategy includes wheeling and dealing with maritime serv­ ices. The election—conducted be­ tween November 1, 1990 through December 30, 1990 after the first attempt at the balloting process which began in October was aborted due to election procedure irregularities consisting primarily of duplicate ballots—was the first time engineers cast a vote for their division officers since District 1 MEBA/NMU was created in March 1988 by a merger between District 1 Marine Engineers Beneficial As­ sociation and the National Mari­ time Union. New Congressman Meets with Duet SIU pensioner Duke Duet (left) Is pictured with newly-elected Louisiana representative William Jefferson, who has been named to the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee. Behind the two men is Brother Duet's vehicle which the Seafarer outfitted for get-out-the-vote activities In the past election. MEBA, NMU Merger Rankles Rank-and-File Recently-concluded District 1 MEBA/NMU elections among the union's licensed engineers is a culmination of a long-simmering discontent among both the li­ censed engineers and the former National Maritime Union (NMU) members who are now in the or­ ganization's unlicensed division. Maritime industry observers who have been following the course of the union, which came about as a result of a merger between District 1 Marine Engineers Beneficial As­ sociation (MEBA) and the NMU in March 1988, have noted the growing rank-and-file opposition to the governing structure crafted by those who brought about the joining of the two organizations. The structure of the merged Dis­ trict 1 MEBA/NMU has been crit­ icized by members of both MEBA and the NMU for having ignored the interests of the unions' mem­ bership. Examples which have been offered as contributing to this attitude are the issue of huge socalled severance payments made to MEBA and NMU officials, the undemocratic structure of the merged union, the barring of un­ licensed members from holding the top job in the organization and, the ignoring of NMU members desires for a merger with the SIU. The severance pay beef results from the fact that certain officers of MEBA and NMU split between them over $2 million dollars from the organizations' liquid assets and called it severance pay. The same MEBA and NMU officers did not sever ties with District 1 MEBA/ NMU. Instead they became offi­ cials of the merged linion. A Takeover of NMU NMU members have voiced op­ position to the manner in which District 1 MEBA/NMU has doomed the union's unlicensed seamen to a life of second class citizenship. The organization has accomplished this by barring an unlicensed member from the top job of the union. The District 1 MEBA/NMU constitution says in effect that only a member in the licensed division can be president. In addition, voting strength at the District's convention, in which delegates from both the unlicensed and licensed divisions of the union participate, is allocated on the ba­ sis of how much dues money comes from each section. (Most demo­ cratic structures apportion votes on the principle of orie-man-onevote.) NMU Plans Thrust on MEBA For MEBA members, the plan of District 1 officials to merge the trust funds of the NMU with those of their union raised many con­ cerns, particularly in the case of the MEBA pension trust. Many marine engineers felt that the li­ censed members were being asked to underwrite the bad management of the NMU plan and its conse­ quent under-funding. Rank-and-file members also have expressed concern over the man­ ner in which the top District offi­ cials are insulated from the secret ballot process. The way that Dis­ trict 1 MEBA/NMU was struc­ tured allows members to vote di­ rectly for posts in the licensed and unlicensed divisions. But the union's top officers—including president, executive vice presi­ dent, secretary, treasurer and two vice president spots—are selected at a convention. MEBA members have noted that this layering of authority allowed the president of their union, C.E. "Gene" DeFries, to escape a di­ rect vote by licensed engineers. DeFries, by resigning as chairman of the licensed division in the spring of 1990, did not have to face a ballot round. However, he re­ mains the president of District 1 MEBA/NMU. According to observers, one of the issues rankling the unlicensed members is the manner in which their merger wishes were ignored by NMU leaders. In a canvass of NMU members in 1986 on their preference for a union with which to merge, the great majority fa­ vored joining up with the SIU. Instead, the NMU leadership entered into a deal with a licensed officers' union, making an ar­ rangement that turned out to be qui|e lucrative for certain NMU officials. According to many NMU rank-and-file members, the pre­ vailing view among the unlicensed seamen is their leadership sold out to the MEBA officers union. Soviet Seamen Up for Grabs Continued fivm pt^e 1 currency generated by their labor. A Journal of Commerce article appearing last August reported a Soviet crew on a Soviet tanker went on strike while docked in Italy over a demand that their salaries be paid in hard currency instead of rubles. That tanker crew was replaced by other Soviet sea­ men, who subsequently went on strike over the same issue when the vessel was in Amsterdam. Keep Hard Currency The Journal of Commerce piece points out that while Soviet ship­ ping companies earn hard cur­ rency for handling foreign car­ goes, they continue to pay their crewmembers in rubles. Such is also the case for Soviet seamen manning nuclear-powered ice-breaking vessels operated by Murmansk Shipping Company, the branch of the Soviet shipping ap­ paratus that clears the Arctic waters, maintaining a northern sea route. The company's services raise thousands of dollars of hard currency for the state, primarily from European and Asian shippers using the waterway, but the sea­ men are paid in rubles. Ice-breakers Also Involved The Soviet ice-breaking ship crews also have engaged in a series of job actions designed to increase their allotment of hard currency. To date, the Soviet seafarers on the nuclear-powered ice-breaking ships have won an agreement from the government for a portion of their wages to be paid in hard currency. Going into 1991, industry ob­ servers believe the Soviet Minis­ try of Merchant Marine and Soviet shipping companies will increase their efforts to hawk the labor of their surplus mariners in exchange for hard currency while attempting to continue to pay Soviet seamen in rubles. The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF), a group made up of national unions rep­ resenting people engaged in var­ ious transportation modes, has 'warned that failure to exact hard currency pay for Soviet seamen could further devalue the salary and benefit standards for the world's seafaring population. •o-'. �s -= " . . ' Great Lakes Ships Lay Up for the Winter Seafarers who sailed on the Great Lakes had "an exceptionally good year," according to Algonac Port Agent Jack Allen. 7-.',,:.v'.7 5?'' "i;. Edward T.RItey Former Port Agent Edward T. Riley Dies Former Boston Port Agent Ed­ ward T. Riley passed away October 28,1990. The 78-year-old Riley, known for his fiery nature and quick wit, had served the union first as a pa­ trolman in Boston, then became port agent in 1961 succeeding John Fay, who now serves as the SIU's secretary-treasurer. The Massachusetts native joined the deep sea division of the SIU in August 1951 in the port of Boston. He helped organize the Atlantic Fishermen's Union, before it merged with the AGLIWD. Riley worked with both the fishermen's fleet and deep sea divi­ sion as a patrolman and port agent. He also served as the international representative for the fishermen be­ fore he retired in 1978. Jack Caffey, SIU vice president for the Atlantic coast, remembered servicing vessels with Riley when Caffey first became a patrolman. "He was a hard worker," Caffey recalled. "He didn't take anything off anybody, especially from ship­ owners and captains. He fought for what the members deserved to get under the contract." The season came to an end ear­ lier this month as all SlU-contracted vessels were expected to be docked by the 15th when the Soo Locks between Lake Superior and Lake Huron closed for the season. "We had plenty of work for all of our members," Allen reported. "The hall was empty most of the year." Friendly Weather and fill their contracts," the patrol­ man added. Both men noted January's weather had not been as kind. With the dip in the thermometer all the lakes and rivers had ice forming on them. Allen said the St. Clair River, -i which runs past the Algonac hall, already had frozen. While no dates have been set for fitout, Allen figured the shipping companies "will start warmmg the vessels up during the last two weeks of March." Both Allen and Patrolman Andy Goulet noted weather played a key role in allowing most of the vessels to ply the waterways until the new year. "The weather up here was not as foul as the last two years," Allen said. "We had lots of wind from all directions for the last two months, but we did not have the snow and ice. Goulet explained that rivers and harbors along the Lakes generally start icing in theearly autumn when the colder weather moves south from the Arctic. "This year, we didn't see the harbors and rivers ice up until the end of November. We had a mild December so our ves­ Safety and survival gear are itemized and stored in the crew's lounge aboard the Sam sels were able to stay out longer Laud before Great Lakes members sign off the vessel for winter. OMI Columbia's Seafarers Crew Is Praised Bosun James L. Carter had nothing but praise for the SIUcrewed deck department members who cleaned up the mess created by winter storm damage aboard the OMI Columbia last month. In a letter to the Seafarers LOG which included photographs of the members at work. Carter said the crew jumped right in to stabilize the situation, then tackled the clean-up effort once in port in southem California. "They did a top-notch job," he added. Tanker Hits Storm The Columbia left the port of Valdez, Alaska on November 30, 1990 fully loaded when the tanker ran into a very severe winter storm. Captain Dimitrios Katsogiannos noted winds on December 2 and 3 were up to 50 knots, creating a wind chill effect of -50 degrees. Carter reported the bow of the vessel suffered a crack during the storm, flooding the bosun's store­ room and damaging mooring lines and pipelines. As the crew was not in any danger and no oil was lost, the ship continued sailing to the Long Beach area to offload before it docked for inspection. Company Thanks Crew Brian Constable, OMI's vice president for engineering, said SIU crewmembers were of "^eat assis­ tance in cleaning the ship and get­ ting it ready to sail." The deck department members pumped the 10- to 12-foot deep water from the storeroom, stripped the equipment, cleaned and repainted the area be­ fore bringing the new lines aboard. Katsogiannos and Chief Mate David Steiner sent a letter, dated December 7, to the SIU "to express our thanks to (the) SIU crew under my command and extend my thanks and commendation to the crew... for outstanding work and performance lifting (the) last load of oil from Valdez, Alaska No- ABs David Williams (left) and Jerry Casugay retrieve lines damaged by the flooding on the tanker. t ^ ^ t ' J" ; Bosun James L. Carter inspects dam­ age In the OMI Columbia's bow caused by a severe winter storm. vember 30 (and) during the severe weather.... We are very proud to have them onboard the OMI Co­ lumbia." Besides Carter, those listed in the Katsogiannos/Steiner letter were ABs Richard Houghton, William R. Kleimola, David C. Williams, Paul Sbriglio and Josefino Casugay and Chief Pumpman Alfonso Bombita. Repairs were completed and the ship was ready to sail 36 hours after discharging its final cargo. Consta­ ble noted. The Columbia has been sailing along the Alaskan oil route for nine years and has suffered only two other storm-related inci­ dents. "This is a great reflection upon all the members who serve aboard the Columbia," Ae OMI official stated. .•i" . - v.- • • a. s i • �I * ^ --1-* ^'--'"^^''^'^•'-'ainT iii*''''!^'"^*^-^'?1'^ 'i I'•'•'• 8 5^$B# — ' ^1- SSAFARCRS LOG --—.V Candidate for Master Recalls SIU Training . .| \- . ".v^ , :%'• . I Fraser addresses a group of upgraders studying to become able bodied sea­ men at the Lundeberg School. %•• I? St::\ "t. !. '•" - ir-'-'.' :t^': ifi.-v .V'y^ V'. i't'-'-''"• .' J '- - •; ,"- -' • "•• '• •. : Chris Fraser had no idea he would be preparing to take his master's licensing test 15 years after graduating as a trainee from the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. But a com­ bination of hard work, good sea­ manship and the opportunities provided by the SIU, and more re­ cently, District 2 MEBA have al­ lowed the 36-year-old member to move up the hawsepipe at a rapid pace. Fraser urges all SIU members to take advantage of the school's op­ portunities so they also can reach the peak of their abilities and po­ tential. The chief mate, who sails for American Hawaii Cruise Lines, is a firm believer that ciewmembers should continually leam to upgrade themselves. He noted his discussions with more experienced seafarers aboard ships were the first non-academic learning sessions for him. "That's where it's all at," he emphatically stated to a Seafarers LOG reporter. Proud of School Fraser and his wife, Leslie, re­ cently visited the school where he talked to upgraders studying to be­ come able bodied seamen. It was his first visit in many years. "The change in it is unbelievable," he noted. "The crane training pro­ gram is unique; there is nothing else like it." He had worked in the ship han­ dling simulator to prepare for his upcoming test. "The computer simulator is a fantastic piece of ^uipment," he stated after spend­ ing several hours in it. The Massachusetts native said he tries to speak with SIU members about the need to upgrade when­ ever possible. He had a special message for young people entering the industry through the Lundeberg School's trainee program."They should get a deep un­ derstanding of all the different programs that are now available at this really fantastic school, which were completely unavailable when I came here," Fraser reflected. "They should really understand how their union works, what rotary shipping is and how they go about getting different jobs once they leave the school. They especially need to know what to do to get back here to upgrade their endorsements and be eligible for not only higher paying jobs but also more ad­ vanced jobs in the industry. These people should be aware of all the different programs and diversity in terms of academic offerings in this school. It's a wonderful environ­ ment that's been created for them." Fraser noted the reason he likes to talk with the newer niembers is he was not aware as a trainee that "you could come up through the hawsepipe and get a master's li­ cense." He said trainees and up­ graders can get a lot of exposure to other people with more experience in the industry while attending the school. "I think that is the most crucial thing they can get." SIU Men on the Move Inspired by the way Fraser has continued to upgrade his skills and how he did it, several of his deck mates have been motivated to seek their licenses. Pete Ryerson, Al Dorflinger, Ray Baldado, Mike Darley and Steve Baker were just a few who have sailed with Fraser and who started with the SIU. After he became a licensed offi­ cer, Fraser said he was helped tre- her 21st birthday. Last month, Les­ lie gave birth to the couple's first child, Charlotte. At the beginning of 1988, he sat for his chief mate's license. Fraser has been sailing in the position aboard the Constitution since. Fraser's immediate plans call for taking the test for an unlimited master's license early this year. When asked if he had any last words to give to SIU members at­ tending the Lundeberg School, Fraser said, "This place has a tre­ mendous amount to offer anyone regardless of who you are. Anyone who hasn't taken advantage of this school that belongs to the SIU is simply shortchanging him­ self." Ken Conklin (left), Lundeberg School vice president, greets Leslie and Chris Fraser, a 1975 graduate of the school. Lundeberg School Updates Entry Engine Course Work Lundeberg School instructor Ed Boyer (left) talks with Chris Fraser during the former trainee's recent visit to Piney Point. meridously by the fact he had worked as an unlicensed mariner. "It's much easier to legislate a number of people when you've al­ ready done their job. Having so much hands-on deck experience, docking and uhdocking a ship was a breeze. If you come out of an academy, you don't have that type of hands-on background." Fraser heard about the Limdeberg School from a class­ mate at the University of Connect­ icut. "I thought this would be an interesting way to earn money while I was continuing my educa­ tion." After leaving Piney Point in 1975, Fraser worked in all three departments at the entry level be­ fore settling into the deck section for good. Becoming an Officer He began studying for his third mate's license in 1980. "I got the information for the license during a three- to four-week stay at the school. Then I was able to study while out at sea." After obtaining his license, he joined D2 MEBA and sailed abo£^d American Hawaii Cruise Line vessels. He earned his second mate's license a short time later. Fraser met his wife in 1985 when Leslie was a passenger aboard the Constitution. The trip was a present from her mother for In an effort to stay on top of the needs of the American maritime industry, the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship has revised its basic engine depart­ ment couree for young people enter­ ing the seafaring profession. Instructor Joe Kurley said the changes were made so trainees who will work at entry level jobs as wipers, deck engine utilities or ordinary seamen will have the skills necessary to work skillfully aboard today's technologicallyadvanced U.S.-flag vessels. Morning sessions in the class consist of detailed instructions on hand and machine tools, measur­ ing instruments, piping, valves, gaskets, pumps and the theory of steam and diesel power plants. Instructor Joe Kurley (right) demon­ strates cutting external threads on a rod using a hand die. . •. ~~ Two trainees work together to get the feel of operating a drill press at the Lundeberg School. Heavy emphasis is placed on safety practices and procedures. in the aftemooii, the trainees ex­ perience hands-on training by working with the various tools and machinery about which they have studied. Kurley said the response from the trainees while in class, then after they have gone to sea, has been positive. He said former Lundeberg School trainees report the training they received at the school has helped them comply with the orders of their superi­ ors. The changes in the Lundeberg School entry-level engine depart­ ment course were made by the institution's instructors after close consultation with SlU-contracted operators, SIU members who sail in the engine department and union officials. �V., "^ •-V:-:;,i;;-^ i/-;: .'viv; ••-;. :>V: »;ysl|§igftiipw JANUARY 1991 Two SlU-crewed ships oper­ ated by Interocean Management carried more than 100,000 deadly^ nerve gas shells out of Germany to an island in the middle of the Pa­ cific without an incident. The Flickertail State and the Gopher State took 47 days to sail from Nordenham, a port city just south of the North Sea along the Weser River in Germany, to John­ ston Atoll, approximately 850 miles southwest of the Hawaiian Islands. Complete with a U.S. Navy escort, the vessels convoyed south across the Atlantic around Cape Horn (at the tip of South America), then sailed north to the coral island, 1,800 miles east of the Federated States of Micronesia. - E'^s;. • ' '"-'>1.' I;fip'- 't -• Cape Upholds Reputation Crewmembers aboard both ves­ sels stated the roughest part of the whole journey was the week-long trek around Cape Horn. "It was just like you see in the movies," said AB Charlie Parks, 34, who sailed aboard the Flickertail State. "The winds were howling and the waves were crashing." John Humason, 38, sailed as an AB aboard the Gopher State. "It was kind of scary," he recalled. "These vessels were never in­ tended to make a trip like this. The waves were 30 to 50 feet. The tem­ peratures were around 30 degrees. Everything had to be lashed down. It's just a wasteland down there." Humason, a 20-year SIU mem­ ber, said he was not sure what to expect when he signed on. He stated all the members went through almost two weeks of train­ ing at the Military Sealift Com­ mand firefighting center near Earle, N.J. to learn how to deal with a chemical leak, fire and other possible accidents. The vessels left Norfolk, Va. in late August after both vessels had been altered in a shipyard in Balti­ more. Parks, who has sailed with Nerve Gas Brought Aboard The vessels were docked in Nordenham for two weeks while the motor-and-train convoys with the nerve gas canisters arrived from Clausen, Germany where some of the weapons had been stored since the mid-'50s. "There was intense security throughout the port," Parks re­ membered. "There were German and American MPs everywhere. They had bomb-sniffing dogs and they had to sniff everything that came aboard." . Although crewmembers were restricted to ship while loading op­ erations took place, they were able to visit the town in the evening. "The townspeople were really friendly," Parks said. "It was a nice little village." The day before the two ships were to sail, demonstrators from an environmental group showed up in small boats to protest the trans­ fer of the gas. "It was like they were protesting just to get televi­ sion coverage," Humason said. "They held signs in three or four different languages but made no effort to stop us. Of course, secu­ rity didn't let them get close." Navy and Army Aid Mission! Even with the security on the docks and in the river, elite Navy frogmen swam around the hulls of the ships to make sure no explo­ sives had been attached. Once the pair cleared the sea buoys, the Navy escort fell in to follow the vessels through the Atlantic. Both members reported un­ eventful journeys to Ae Pacific, except for the trip around South America. They reported the stew­ •'•i ... • w •''i • • •v'.j J; The galley gang aboard the Flickertail State celebrates the end of the voyage. ' • . '• Engine department members aboard the Flickertail State know they will arrive soon. ard departments did a great job of keeping the crews happy with good meals and barbecues throughout the voyage. The two members said Army personnel on both ships monitored for any possible leakage from the canisters which had been packed in steel drums then surrounded by air­ tight containers. All crewmembers were required to carry gas masks at all times. Unloading Proless Smooth Military personnel feared possi­ ble trouble as the vessels neared Johnston Atoll, ordering them to slow down. According to Parks, the military was worried that an envi­ ronmental group was going to launch a demonstration to prevent the offloading at the U.S. government's chemical agent dis­ posal site. However, no action took place and the cargo was unloaded without a hitch. Wilmington Port Agent Don Anderson (right) works with members of the Gopher State during the ship's payoff at the conclusion of their three-month voyage. Black gang members kept thp Gopher State going despite some rough seas and bad weather. The Gopher State's steward department kept the crew and military personnel well fed and happy. for •*, • "-f" itjJfc- 'i, Mri Led by Bosun Lou Flade (seated at table), the deck department of the Flickertail State made sure the nerve gas shipment arrived safely at Johnston AtoIMn the Pacific. • - .v' r ^ -..IVJ t# 9 the SIU for 14 years, was aboard the Flickertail State while it was in the yard. His function was to make sure the Hagglund cranes installed aboard both vessels worked prop­ erly. • r:-^:::- .jp Despite being at sea for 47 days, the activities of the members were restricted during offloading in case of any contamination from the chemicals. "We were looking for­ ward to swimming and fishing but we weren't allowed to do it," said Humason. "However, we knew when it was finished, it was only a week to the States and a payoff," added Parks. "Everybody was in a good mood then." The ships docked near Los An­ geles toward the end of November. Confidence in Loading Skills Although the crewmembers were concerned about the cargo they were carrying, neither re­ called being afraid or any of the others showing fear. "It was just another trip," said Parks. "It was always on tlhe back of my mind," stated Humason. "But I had confi­ dence in the way it was packed and the way we loaded it." Parks noted a couple of the members on the Flickertail State were sailing for the first time since graduating from the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship. "They adapted very well and did a good job," he bragged. The nerve gas is scheduled to be destroyed at an incinerator on the island. The incineration process is pending while court challenges on the process from environmental groups and neighboring islands are being heard. Deck departrnent members of the Gopher State wait payoff to finish before going ashore. •i- :: '• ' '• ,r M i-r T ,. • •> qt"'- ; • -i M - -f v.. �SOFAKEItS LOG I •- • li?? , • ':' "-Y'.-' "'''"' • SIB'. "'•"YY'I The Curly B, above, is one of several launches used to ferry members to and from dredges. - / o.'•• k: At right, Deckhands John E. Parks (back) and Willis Kingston secure a barge to the tug Arthur F. Zeman Jr. 'JkY.'' ... y ' ' ''k ' ^1-5Y- r., |-l3t|S 4' t 'Y'YYY ,'• I" Y Above, Algonac Port Agent Jack Allen (left) meets with Deckhand Bill Cartwright aboard the Curly B. I'ilSYs- At left. Deckhand Gary Cartwright asks for information during a union meeting. '0§0i; Engineer Bob Saleika takes part in a union meeting aboard a Great Lakes vessel in Waukegan, III. Below, Deckhand John E. Parks awaits orders from the bridge of the Zeman. At left. Deckhand Willis Kingston gets ready to grab a line from an­ other member working on a barge. Dredgeman John Monaco, at right, who started sailing in 1951, has the longest seniority of any SIU mem­ oer working worKing tor ber for Great Lakes Dredge and Dock. SIU crews aboard the dredges, barges and tugboats belonging to the Great Lakes Dredge and Docks can be found throughout the Great Lakes region during the shipping season. Based in Cleveland, the company's primary function is dredging to make sure the shipping channels remain clear for the ves­ sels plying the Lakes. Another major job is to keep the Cuyahoga River, which empties into Lake Erie near downtown Cleveland, open and navigable throughout the year. The company also is involved in building docks and assists in the construction and maintenance of water intake systems. Algonac Port Agent Jack Allen said members who are employed by the company are working al­ most all the time. "They go where the work is," Allen noted. "They could be working in one location for the whole season or could be working out of several different ports during a year." 40-Year Veteran One member Allen and some of the other SIU members pointed out to a Seafarers LOG reporter as de­ serving special recognition was deckhand John Monaco. Fellow deckhands Willis Kingston and John E. Parks noted Monaco had the longest running seniority with the union at the company's Cleve­ land base. "He is a really good guy," the deckhands stated. "He deserves all the recognition he can get." Mo­ naco, 57, has been working stead­ ily with Great Lakes since 1951, only interrupted once by a stint in the Army in the mid-1950s. •• 'H �Alice Adrift A Sojourn to the Gulf of Oman By Charles A. Bortz, AB '-r '• •' Vfi- : r.'iv,-. I :•" v " So what do you do while drifting 95 days in the Gulf of Oman? Well, you watch a lot of movies, you read a lot of books and, if you're lucky enough to be on the Overseas Alice, you work overtime every day. You could also write a lot of letters bearing in mind that the post­ man will only take delivery every 45 days—the time which must elapse before the ship is allowed close enough to the shore to take stores. Otherwise the perspective is simply ocean, ocean and more ocean. After making the dash from Diego Garcia on August 9 with the rest of the prepositioned fleet, the Overseas Alice was confined to a box 80 miles off the coast of Oman where few ships ventured and even sea gulls shunned. Inside the box she would steam north—or south— or east—or west—for 20 miles and then turn around and go the other way, turning over just enough revs to maintain steerage. Unlike the Persian Gulf, which was an oven in those months, the Gulf of Oman was cooled by the southwest monsoon and keeps fairly pleasant the year round. The waters afe full of fish including monster sharks, ten-foot sea snakes and some unidentifiable hybrids that look as if they should have been extinct a million years ago. Unfor­ tunately—^and unlike Diego Gar­ cia—none of them would consent to bite on a hook. Too deep, said our Filipino fisherman, who gave up after a week. The only certain visitors came by air. The U.S. Navy and the Air Force traded off with the RAF and the Saudis in skimming the Alice once or twice a day. Then there were the hapless birds blown out to the ship by the offshore wind. They came in every size and varietyfinches, partridges, wrens, meadow larks and mourning doves, all kinds of sea, marsh and land birds looking for sanctuary. Mostly they stayed for a few days and then left or were blown away. Some, however, like the black and white shrikes on the fantail, took up permanent resi­ dence. We had a hoopie bird for six weeks. The hoopie, a native of India, is the aerial equivalent of the duck-billed platypus. It has black and white after quarters, an amber breast and a long, red beak sticking out from under a bristling crest. It also flies funny. The hoopie bird's disappearance coincided with one of the periodic visits by desert falcons. The ones who reached the Alice had appar­ ently flunked their classes in navi­ gation and arrived all mad and frustrated. For a few days there was mass slaughter among the smaller birds, and little mounds of feathers appeared in the manifold trough and other secluded places. The hoopie bird's assassin was stupid enough to chase a sea gull and was last seen flapping franti­ cally in the ship's w^e against a headwind. The only time the Alice was per­ mitted off station, the crew ended up huddled on the main deck with men in black suits pointing machine guns at them. Fortunately, the men in black suits were U.S. Marines. They were using the Alice in a train­ ing exercise, preparatory to taking over a soon-to-arrive Iraqi tanker. The crew was urged not to make it easy for them, and Captain Horn did such a realistic Job of playing the indignant Iraqi skipper that they almost took him into custody. It was a distraction anyway, and when hostilities ended, the crew did get to send some mail ashore. At the midpoint of the Alice's exile from port. Chief Steward Glenn D'Ambrosio came on board and, with the help of groceries that the ship had not had time to pick up in Diego Garcia, sent the crew's morale soaring several notches. With him was Rebecca Posgay, who finished her AB's course in Piney Point just in time to be cap­ tured by the Marines. The Alice is running again now with Recertified Bosun Steve Cppeland, who has been on the Alice for five years, taking over from Bill Csapo. Her hull is sheathed in bamacles and she is moving a little slower, but then maybe you could say the same thing about all those veterans of that 95day sojourn in the distant Gulf of Oman. Chililren of Seafarer to Try Out For U.S. Ofympic Karate Team The son and daughter of a sec­ ond generation Seafarer have been invited to participate in karate workouts this summer at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colo­ rado. Milton and Stephanie Youmett, the children of Frances and Milton Yournett and grandchildren of Francis T. DiCarlo Sr., found out just before Christmas they had been selected to participate at the center. Milton Yournett, an August 1978 graduate of the Lundeberg School who now sails as a chief steward, was on the beach when his children received word of the invi­ tation. Grandfather Francis Di­ Carlo, a 42-year SIU member, was serving as the chief steward aboard the 2nd Lt. John Paul Bobo when the family received the news. "We are very thrilled," Mrs. Youmett told the Seafarers LOG. "We are so proud because they have come so far in such a short period of time." Both of the children began their karate careers in Febmary 1990. Milton, age 8, advanced one belt in his first week. In fact, he has caught on so well that he only is four belts away from the highest status in karate—a black belt. Recently Milton became the grand cham­ pion for his age and weight in Flor­ ida for 1990. Stephanie, age 6, is not far be­ hind her brother. She holds a green belt, has claimed seven first place Steward Milton Yournett, whose chil­ dren aretiying out for the U.S. Olympic team, is pictured above. ?ri: awards in five months of competition and is undefeated in her division. Mrs. Youmett said the children competed in several toumaments across Florida last year. She said the family plans to attend touma­ ments in Florida, Georgia and Puerto Rico this year before the pair heads for Colorado. "I, don't know how we'll get them there (the Olympic training camp), but we're going to make it somehow," she said. Participating in the training camp is the first step in qualifying for the U.S. Olympic team. Should the Youmetts make the squad, they will participate in the 1992 Olym­ pics which will be held in Barce­ lona, Spain. "We have no doubt they will make it," Mrs. Youmett added. If; m ;<v., ,1.- Milton (left) and Stephanie Yournett with some of the trophies they have won in karate competitions over the past year. Charles A. Bortz Brother Charles A. Bortz is a long-time contributor to the Sea­ farers LOG. In the July 1984 Sea­ farers LOG, he wrote about a scrawny cat which boarded the MIV Ranger as she was about to leave Greece. In September 1985 Seafarer Bortz updated us on the kitten left behind, and then in No­ vember 1987 gave us the final installment in the brief saga of the ship's cat. In the May 1986 LOG, Bortz, then on the C.S. Long Lines, wrote about his voyage aboard the SIS Fairwind to Kenya ( "Kenya: A Great Place to Stop!"). And now we hear from him again, this time onboard the Overseas Alice in the Gulf Of Oman, his last trip before retiring to his hometown of Hellertown, Pa.. r- ^afarers Join Dally News Strikers Seafarers show their support for members of the Allied Printing Trades Council of New York who are on strike against the Daily News. The rally was held in Garden City, N.Y. The newspaper's unions have been on strike against the Daily News since Octot>er 26,1990 following a lockout by management of more than 200 drivers at the News' Brooklyn plant, hoping to replace them with scabs. ^1'-. �SUFARCRSiOe Letters to the Editor Karlak Receives a Reply To His Letters to Soldiers :r 1: : n,"' -S . ^v- • Having sent well over 30 letters to the [Persian] Gulf along with copies of pictures, postcards and made-up cartoons, I received my reward with a Christmas card and a few words on the inside (which I have enclosed). To me, it's a rewarding feeling knowing that strangers appreciate my sense of humor at a time of serious problems. I have been sending sports pages, homemade cribbage boards and decks of cards. I have a system in making many of the boards at the same time like an assembly line. Who said that once you're re­ tired there is nothing to do with time dragging? Get involved as I have done if you are bored and get the feeling of accomplishment.... There could be future members out there by the thousands. Walter Karlak Woodslde,N.Y. Editor's Note: The response from a soldier in the Persian Gulf who received Brother Karlak's letter follows. " Is •$ Dear Walter, Received a copy of your letter and it really made my day. Thanks, Walter. I read the letter aloud to all the soldiers that were on night shift with me. This night, there were eight laughing soldiers. Very good humor, Walter. Also the photos of New York were great. We posted them on the board in the Tactical Operations Center. At this very minute, we are closely watching the upgraded alert status. Having endured the hot months and then October, a very relaxed and laid-back month. ' Now (it is) December, no one is laughing out loud. Too close to a coriflict. These are very tense min­ utes, hours and days, at least until January 15. Walter, I have over 26 years in service but was not prepared for this. ! know you understand, from reading your letter, that the desert is not in love with anybody or any­ thing. No one really owns these constantly changing sand dunes. Well, Walter, wishing you peace, love, happiness and good health now through the new year and even beyond. What the world needs now is prayers for our lead­ ers. Curtis Scott 24th Infantry Division Member's Wife Proud Of Welfare Plan I would like to take time out from a busy schedule to let it be known just how proud I am of the Seafarers Welfare Plan. Every time my husband or I have had to file a medical claim, we have always been appreciative of the time frame in which the Seafar­ ers Welfare Plan acted in paying. I would like to add that the Seafarers Welfare Plan has been commended ' by our local hospitals and doctors as being very efficient and on top when it comes to taking care of members'claims. We're truly appreciative and proud of our Seafarers Welfare Plan. In our eyes and others you do an excellent job of taking care of our claims. ITianks again. The Seafarers in the port of Mo­ bile, Ala. hosted a Christmas party for the families of union members who are striking an aircraft parts company. Port Agent Dave Carter said ap­ proximately 300people gathered at the SIU hall to welcome Santa Claus and enjoy a pot luck dinner cooked by faniily members of the United Automobile Workers Local 1639. The local has been on strike against Teledyne of Mobile since March. "They really had a good time," said Carter of the celebration. "We have been trying to help the local ^ ^ Engineer Thanks School For Opportunity to Study I'm a member of District 2 MEBA. I was a member of the SIU for lO-plus years untiM got my engineer's license and began sail­ ing third (assistant engineer) with your sister union. Recently, I needed a place to study for my second assistant's li­ cense. So I asked the folks at the school. Mr. (Ken) Conklin said no problem. I spent a month every moming at your fine Paul Hall Library. The atmosphere and reference material were exactly what I needed. I passed all parts of the test with high 90s for marks. So I wanted to say thank you again, SIU, for again helping me to improve my life. Joseph Souter Tall Timbers, Md. A Christmas Prayer for a Seaman by James Gagan, AB Only Thee walked the sea, for all the ones that follow Thee. This life upon the open sea, for all the ones now with Thee, lost their lives upon the sea. Now and then I wish to be, living free upon the sea. . A Merchant Seaman / will be, for all the time I'm close to Thee. , .itt. < I. The children of striking DAW Local 1639 members wait to tell Santa Claus what they want for Christmas. Mary Grace (Mrs. Mark A.) Freeman Panama City, Fla. LOG-A-RHYTHU — Mobile Hall Hosts Holiday Party For ^rlklng Auto Workers OMU Robert Pritchett helps decorate the Christmas tree in the Mobile hall. through donations and food banks and by attending rallies. They don't have a hall, so we offered the use of ours." Carter said the highlight of the evening came when Santa arrived with presents for all the children. After the visit and dinner, the mem­ bers sang carols before leaving. The port agent noted the local had been trying to negotiate with Teledyne for a better contract when the strike was called. The company responded by placing scabs in the union members' jobs and cutting off talks. AB Danzey Praises Shipmates Aboard the Liberty Beiie A 47-year veteran of the SIU had nothing but praise for his crewmates following a two-month voyage to the Mediterranean Sea and northem Europe. AB Morris Danzey wrote to the Seafarers LOG to tell of his expe­ rience with the crew of the Liberty Belle. "I would like to say that after sailing for over 47 years in the SIU that I could never say that I have ever sailed with a better crew from top to bottom," he wrote. Danzey, 64, joined the ship in New Orleans in late September be­ fore it loaded with grain, then sailed for Port Said, Egypt. Upon unloading, the Liberty Belle sailed to Algeria to load crude concen­ trated oil for northem Europe. The vessel retumed to Algeria for a sec­ ond load which it offloaded in the New Orleans area in late Novem­ ber. The Liberty Belle then laid up in Port Arthur, Texas. Danzey joined the union in May 1943 in the port of New Orleans. He is one of four brothers to sail with the SIU. The Mobile, Ala. native worked in the deck department with Bosun Joseph Mele; ABs Paul Dudnikov, Dock McGuire Jr., Joseph Leheau, Rufino Garay and Glenn Roy; and OSs All Mosad and Saleh AH. Engine de­ partment members on the voyage included Chief Pumpman Charlie Durden and QMEDs Thomas Owen, Willie Franks and Carroll Paul Boudreaux. Galley gang members were Steward Baker Grant Margett, Chief Cook Tyler Laffitte and General Steward Util­ ities Jessie Lee Andrews and Ronald Moore. CORRECTION Kwan Joi Siu In a photograph on page 7 of the December 1990 issue of the Seafarers LOG, the above pic­ tured member was misidentified. His name is Kwan Joi Siu. After joining the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1974, Brother Siu became a member of the Seafarers in 1978 when the MCS merged with the AGLIWD. • .• �, . • ' • -'•;j-.^^^',,'i'. 'v r {; i- --"J -•^•j ••,'•• i'.. • • ,• • 4'' •;"••-•' •--, rA : ij-T-k' J,is,r\^f : :•• i|V-l ii)^ Galley work always Is non-stop before any meal as shown by (left to right) Third Cook Matthew Johnson, Execu­ tive Chef Romeo Lupinacci and trainee Steven Cunningham. Galley gang members upgrad­ ing at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship expect to learn the basics about food handling and food prepara­ tion. But the union's steward de­ partment training program does not stop with the basics. Under the leadership of the school's culinaiy director, Don Nolan, Executive Chef Romeo Lupinacci and, dur­ ing the month of December, Chief Steward Robaire "Robert" Seim, upgrading members learn some of the finer points of presenting good food creatively and artistically. While- the courses at Piney Point provide train­ ing over the stoves and ovens, in classbooks and on com­ puters for nu­ trition, menu planning, food preparation and work or­ ganization, the culinary pro­ grams include a side of the training that makes the job more enjoy­ able to the men Seim is a graduate of the California Culinary Academy. The 31-yearold started cooking aboard yachts near his Miami home 15 years ago and joined the SIU in 1988. "From my heart, I can't say enough about this school and ev­ eryone in this union," Seim told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. "There is nothing like this—no competition—in the world." Although Seim has worked on private yachts for companies and wealthy individuals, like Trump, he said he enjoys cooking for the men and women aboard merchant vessels more. galleys. "This is the part of the training that teaches the steward department students to be creative," said Nolan. "For them, this is the part that is the most fun to do." Lupinacci instructs the steward department upgraders in advanced cooking techniques. "There is a great need for such a program," Lupinacci said. "We teach everything from A to Z be­ cause we want our members—the best in the business—to be ready for whatever is thrown at them.' Lupinacci noted that while the culinary arts part of the program may encompass less than 20 per­ cent of the training, it is the part the students look forward to tackling. "Every chief steward wants to know these things so he can be prepared for any special occasion the captain asks him to handle." Seim is one of the people taking advantage of the training available from the school and Lupinacci. A former chef for Donald Trump, In turn, some of the future professionals in the SIU ap­ parently appreciated the training they received from Seim. The trainees of class 463 sent a letter to SIU President Michael Sacco prais­ ing the education Ihey received from the chief steward. v.,'.MW .....w- - -"r - ^ y&i.y-Si. ';•. 'V I ••' Lundeberg School steward depart­ ment members are ready to assist at the buffet line. 1,. .'-••'•• -i-- Class 463 trainee Dwyen Ringbaur stacks crab balls before they are baked. -mi " '.'vrnj- ii • ••...si' . •'i-•41 and women AchaudfroidhamwithbonedisplayingtheSIU with other proworking in the '"S?' I''® ^ "emonstrates a way to fessionals." ^ make food look as good as It tastes. Trainee Timothy Gray makes sure the buffet trays are spotless before the meal begins. rv" No meal is completed until clean-up is finished as trainee Robert Darley dis- i -X m' . :.J. -•'! • covers. "During our scheduled galley cycle, Robert stressed organiza­ tion, safety and cleanliness and showed us how to clean the galley better and faster," the December 27, letter stated. "He helped us pass our inspection and obtain praise from other upgraders and instruc­ tors. Robert has pulled a couple of people to the side and showed them how to prepare food so it is pleasing in taste and eye appeal. "He stressed teamwork, educa­ tion and SIU Brotherhood regard­ less of ethnic or social standing. He is a man of his word and has time for everyone. We look forward to shipping with him in the future!' Chief Cook Eric Manley of Seattle pre­ pares hors d'oeuvres for the oven. rA- A sample of culinary art from a baking class. The alligator is made from bread dough with fresh vegetables providing a tropical theme. SIU upgrading members, trainees and Lundeberg School culinary depart­ ment instructors worked together to prepare a series of mouth-watering appetizers, entrees, side dishes and desserts for a buffet-style dinner. They are pictured above with the fruits of their labor. Chief Steward Robert Seim sets up a buffet table with Executive Chef Romeo Lupinacci as class 463 trainees (left to right) Steven Cunningham, Timothy Gray and Billy Tacker watch. • % -W ,r »> �^ , -).¥ffl^iS*- j^-1-;--!;. -;j'V^_-fvk-^- ^-rfT'^r-5 ^-:-: vv-v ;v-.,^. V- v^.... SEAMfffffS 106 M -^T- Chief Cook's Photos Receive Praise at int'i Art Show The photographic work of a steward department member won praise and appreciation at the Japan Seamen's Service 16th Mariners Art Exhibition in Tokyo during November. Leonard Earl John­ son, 47, provided the union with 36 black-andwhite photographs that he shot "Over the LeonardEarlJohnson years of vessels and crewmembers at sea and the Sea­ farers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. The photographs were sent as the SIU's contribution to the exhibi­ tion, which featured 175 pieces of artwork from 120 contributors. K. Doi, chairman of the Japan Seamen's Service, expressed in a letter to the union "special appreci­ ation for your sending us many beautiful artworks made by your member. We thank you so much for your participation and great contribution to our activity." The service, a subsidiary organ of the All Japan Seamen's Union, holds the exhibition to offer mari­ ners and their families the opportunity to exchange and display cultural activities. The service re­ ceives artworks from around the world for the show. This was not the first show for Johnson, who became an SIU member in 1979. He began dis­ playing his work in exhibitions in New York City in 1982 at a show entitled "New York, New York, a Seaman's Point of View." He has had other works shown in Oregon, Illinois, Guam, the Lundeberg School and his hometown of New Orleans. Two of Johnson's pieces were selected for inclusion in the "Best of 1985" and "Best of 1986" editions of Photographers Forum magazine's hardcover editions. Johnson, who has upgraded sev­ eral times at Piney Point, sails as a chief cook aboard the Sgt. William R. Button. The Japan Seamen's Service sent Chief Cook Leonard Earl Johnson this certifi­ cate of appreciation for displaying his photography at its mariners art exhibi­ tion. :h I Mariners from around the world contributed to the Japan Seamen's Service show in Tokyo, pictured in photo left. Louisiana WWII Mariners Can Order 'U.S. Veteran' Plates World War II veteran merchant mariners with vehicles registered in Louisiana now can order special prestige tags proclaiming their ser­ vice to the country like the plates displayed on SIU retiree H. L. "Steve" Stephens'truck. Stephens benefited from the work of his brother, former New Orleans Port Agent Buck Ste­ phens, to get World War Il-era merchant mariners recognized on Louisiana's special "U.S. Vet­ eran" tags. Buck Stephens worked with state Representatives Louis W. Ivon and Kenneth L. Odinet who sponsored and passed the needed legislation last year. He then worked with Debby Gremillion of the Office of Motor Vehi­ cles, Department of Public Safety and Corrections, to set up the pro­ gram . "All of them were a great help," the former SIU official said. "The representatives were instnimental in getting, the bill passed. Debby was very considerate with all the phone calls we made." Stephens also praised the work of the SIU members from the port of New Orleans and Henry Johansen, New Orleans port agent for the SIUNA-affiliated Sailors Union of the Pacific, in calling on state legislators to support the bill. Buck Stephens said his brother deserved plate number "1" be­ cause of the action he saw as a seafarer during World War II. The younger Stephens had a 15-month voyage on a Murmansk convoy vessel that had to offload on ice near Archangel. He obtained his union book in 1940 and sailed dur­ ing World War II in all zones. He participated in many union beefs before becoming part of the Delta Lines shoregang in New Orleans. He then worked for the union at the Lundeberg School in the '70s be­ fore retiring. Buck Stephens chose number "76" because that was his original SIU book number when he became a charter member in 1938. Ste­ phens became a dispatcher for the SIU in New Orleans in 1940. When the Navy rejected him in 1944, he went to sea, sailing in the Atlantic, Mediterranean and Black Sea. He returned to the New Orleans hall in 1946 and became a port agent in 1960. He held the position until retiring in 1980. To obtain the special plates, which read "U.S. Veteran USMM SIU retiree H.L. "Steve" Stephens, left, displays tag number 1 for the new Lou­ isiana "U.S. Veteran" merchant marine license plate. (for U.S. Merchant Marines) Lou­ isiana," mariners should fill out an application from the office of motor vehicles and include a copy of their DD214 or certificate issued by the W^ Shipping administra­ tion during the 1940s. Applications for cars, pickup trucks and vans can be acquired by calling the Office of Motor Vehi­ cles at (504)925-6264. Callers will be told how much money they will need to send. (Credit will be pro­ vided for time remaining on pres­ ent license plates.) The fee. will be determined by the value of the ve­ hicle. Also, those wanting a special tag number may secure it, if it is not taken already, by calling the Office of Motor Vehicles. Bonner's War Game Training Put to Test in Persian Gulf One member of the Seafarers who was ready to react when the crisis in the Middle East flared is AB Thomas H. Bonner Jr. The 39-year veteran of the deck department has "more wheel time during simulated war games than any other member in the union," according to SIU Assistant Vice President Augie Tellez.. Bonner gained this experience by sailing aboard the PFC Eugene B. Obregon on a regular basis since March 1985. Prior to joining the Obregon, he sailed regularly on other Waterman vessels, including the Stonewall Jackson for fourand-a-half years. The Quitman, Miss, native listed two reasons for staying aboard Waterman vessels in gen­ eral and the Obregon in particular. "It's good for my wife," he noted to a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. "She doesn't have to follow me all over the country to meet my ship. All she has to do is drop me off and meet me at the airport. Sec­ ond, it is a good ship and I like working with the crew." Bonner's experience during military exercises has been put to the test in the Persian Gulf theater. He was serving aboard the vessel when it made its first run to^he area this fall. "It showed all this training is valuable because you never know when a hot spot will flare up. You don't know when we'll need ships there." Besides his experience on Waterman's military support ves­ sels, Bonner, 57, had his SIU ca­ reer interrupted by the Army from. 1953 to 1955. He has sailed from both the ports of New Orleans and Mobile, Ala. where he is well known. Bonner is proud to be a Seafarer. "This is a real good union to my notion. It has always provided me with a job to support my family." I.. '-'',; s AB Thomas Bonner takes a break from his activities aboard the PFC Eugene A. Obregon. �• Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea FebnaryS Mordi Membeiship i Meetings Deep SeOr takes, Maud Waters DECEMBER 1-31, 1990 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port New York Philadelphia 30 1 13 14 12 31 28 27 18 23 10 4 -36^ Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu 'Houston •St. Louis --Piney Point Totals 12 7 3 7 10 13 15 18 8 11 0 10 ^•V' 22 4 125 DECK DEPARTMENT '29 13 '2::"' 12 4 • -t . 6 • 1 , nm•mrnA 9 ~" 4 - • 11 13 8 8 16 8 22 .15" 28 8 24 m.M: 8 2 16 15 16 1 3 1 • • „ 1 '• 9 4 3 4 5 13 17 10 13 3 15 1 8 17 ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 2 2 0 1 1 mrnmrn 31 B3 4.; l' 0 202 5 130 .y 0 '< 3 A •y.0 'V „ • 4 100 133 • 2 3 0 3 5 n U 0 mm% 55 •: 9 1 4 • . 1 :•.•;• .4 2;,. 1 10 4 ' 7 20 8 7 16 15 18 48 ^"i35 •^••••^" 48 •mrnrnmmm.. 7 ••• ' 6 28 6 43 ' 13 • 1 1 14 13 1 7 7 46 0" ^ 2 2 ..2 I 89 374 124 rm'm, mm-': ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port New York Trip Reliefs r Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville^ San Franciscp Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals k mm mm mm mm STEWARD DEPARTMENT Port 'mwYoil^ Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans •Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals Port Philadelphia! Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans "Ifabksbnville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals • J'. IS... ,2'.!-; * : 4 £.2': 32 3 1 10 * r 16- '"n L. 9 5 7 4 2;: 5 • 0 0 80 ENTRY DEPARTMENT ,'2 11 '•mri'.... 8 •"f\9'" 4 7.. 8 10 3 9 8 1 • 22 14 3 •^' 10 '-H 26 16 " 10 . 4 .^3:.. "2 ' 5 6• • 4 9 . 1 4 168 25 1 17 f«l'32 2 5 8 5 11 12 25 12 11 11' 14 28 9 9 8 5• 1 6 122 32 7 18 •0'22-. 0 0 65 273 213 m. km Fir mm: wr:m ••IF 0 0 46 1 58 199 1 0 312 0 0 •:2. 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 ••»•••;•• 0 0 21 2 '• 6 4 7 20 0 27 12 8 7 0 0 130 lA 0 7 a7 7 4 2 1 I 0 9 88 3 0 5 50 30 0 """mi 2 3 4 4 • 10 31 20 30 2"" •^1022-""^ 16 45 19 11 ......13 ^ 8 " 9 2 187 53 16 0 1 39 1 360 257 555 538 930 141 540 403 490 506 476 637 Totals All Departments •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of December was up from the month of November. A total of 1,574 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,574 jobs shipped, 490 jobs or about 31 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 141 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 13,540 jobs have been shipped. V _ '• . ••Vv' '-- . |i| Piney Point Monday, February 4 Monday, March 4 New York Tuesday, February 5 Tuesday, March 5 PhOadelphia Wednesday, February 6 Wednesday, March 6 Baltimore Thursday, February 7 Thursday, March 7 Norfolk Thursday, February 7 Thursday, March 7 Jacksonville Thursday, February 7 Thursday, March 7 Algonac 'Mm Friday, February 8 Friday, March 8 Houston ,. : Monday, February 11 Monday, March 11 New Orleans Tuesday, February 12 Tuesday, March 12 MobHe Wednesday, February 13 Wednesday, March 13 San Francisco Thursday, February 14 Thursday, March 14 Wilmington Tuesday, February 19 Monday, March 18 Seattle Friday, February 22 Friday, March 22 San Juan Thursday, February 7 Thursday, March 7 St. Louis Friday, February 15 Friday, March 15 Honolulu Friday, February 15 Friday, March 15 Duluth Wednesday, February 13 Wednesday, March 13 Jersey City Wednesday, February 20 Wednesday, March 20 New Bedford Tuesday, February 19 Tuesday, March 19 . • /• mm. Ml port's amtkm 'V at NOTICES The Murmansk 50tb Anniversaiy Reunion Committee wants to get in touch with mariners who made those runs during WWII for a proposed meet­ ing in May 1992. For more information, please contact Lesley A. Newman, As­ sistant Chairman, Murmansk 50th Anni­ versary Reunion Committee, City Hall Room 1400, Jacksonville, FL 32202. The Fishermen's Union of America requests the following people contact the San Pedro, Calif, office at (213)8333571 concerning WWII defense bonds: George Omokawa Tomoharu Togawa Tom K. Watanabe Kinpei Nishihata or Eipei Yamanichi Kumaldchi Kawaguchi • ( •mm-:..- �--.-.It. SEAFARCRS106 16 "\ ' \. .yy;/;r »> Dispatchers* Report for Great Lakes CL—Company/Lakes DEC. 1-31, 1990 NP—Non Priority L—Lakes ••REGISTERED ON BEACH TOTAL SHIPPED *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groiups All Groups All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT T 0 20 Port ENGINE DEPARTMENT "• 7 • 5^ 0 Port gSgonac j Port STEWARD DEPARTMENT :o 4 ^-1 Port ENTRY DEPARTMENT Totals Ail Departments 0 52 15 0 31 24 0 26 31 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Dispatchers* Report fferiniand Waters DECEMBER 1-31, 1990 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Port New York PhiMelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans 0/ m P3ack$onvnte San Francisco ^^Imington Settle 0 ij•'S, . ».y". '? i. Puerto Rico Houston . 0 •%0' w "15" m 0 0 0 0 3: 0 m V 9 0' 0 0 ism 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 m 0 50 0 3 0, 17 4 D m T 0 8 0 0 8 s 0 1 m w IT 0 0 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 9 0 0'.5?W" 0 0 0 I 0* 0 Port 0 0 0 V 0 0 9 TTT"Louis ihey:'^irit? Totals ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 0 0 1 0 0 0 Norfolk Mobile New Orleans ^ilmini^on Seattle Puerto Rico Houston !A]gdia^ St. Louis Piney Point Totals Port New York; Phiiad^phia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans I Ikilcsonville:^ San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac •: St. l^uis STEWARD DEPARTMENT Piney Point Totals Totals All Departments 81 33 20 15 3 6 217 85 32 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Intemalhiial Uima Dbvtloiy President' -J,: Michael Sacco Secretary-Treasurer John Fay Executive Vice President ; , Joseph Sacco Vice President Collective Bargaining Angus "Red" Campbell Vice President West Coast George McCartney Vice President Government Services Roy A. "Buck" Mercer Vice President Atlantic Coast Jack Caffey Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Byron Kelley Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Coigey HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301)899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dn Algonac, MI 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (301)327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 636 Cooke St. Honolulu, HI 96813 (808) 523-5434 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 ilS!: (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 X201) 435-9424 |g";: MOBILE J 1640 DaU] in Igland Pkwjfv Mobile, AL 36605 (205) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. . New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT St. Mary's County i Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. 15'"'. . Stop 16 -igs Santurce, PR 00907 (809) 721-4033 SEATTLE ^ 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206) 441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314)752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. CA 90744 (213) 549-4009 L' I--/ ViM •• m-- �.. f.-i' , JANUARY 1991 T he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 23 members this month. Of these, 15 shipped in the deep sea division,, five were from the inland division and three sailed on the Great Lakes. Upgrading at the Seafarers Harry ' Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. was an important part in the lives of many of the retir­ ing members. Two deck department veterans, Clarence R. Burgo and Teddy R. McDuffie, graduated from the same recertified bosun class in 1980. A pair of galley gang mem­ bers, Thomas Bolton and Edward Tinsley, graduated together from a 1982 recertified steward class. Brother Bolton also holds the honor as being the oldest member of this group to retire. He turned 74 on his last birthday. A bit of information on these and the other retiring Seafarers fol­ lows. DEEP SEA ARNOLD ACKERMAN, 63, joined the Seafarers in March 1956 in his native New York City. The deck department veteran had sailed with the Sailors Union of the Pacific, an SIUNA af­ filiate, before signing on with the SIU. Brother Ackerman sailed aboard Isthmian and Cities Service vessels early in his career. He lives in Flushing, N.Y. MURPHY ALLISON, 65, joined the SIU in October 1969 in the port of New York. Bom in Hayes, La., he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Brother Allison upgraded his engine department rating several times at the Lundeberg School. He calls Oakland, Calif, home. THOMAS BOLTON, 74, joined the union in April 1945 in the port of Philadelphia. The Louisiana na­ tive shipped in the galley gang. He upgraded to recertified steward in 1982 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Bolton has retired to Kel­ son, Wash. CLARENCE R. BURGO, 64, joined the Seafarers in May 1966 in the port of San Francisco. The Ha­ waiian-bom deck department vet­ eran upgraded to recertified bosun in 1980 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Burgo resides in Kaneoke, Hawaii. JAMES CAR­ TER JR., 66, joined the SIU in 1946 in his native Mobile, Ala. He served in the^ Navy from 1941 to 1945. Brother Carter upgraded his galley gang rat­ ing to recertified steward in 1982 at the Lundeberg School. He continues to live in Mobile. To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men arid women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. GIM LUN CHAN, 65, joined the Marine Cooks and Stew­ ards in October 1957, prior to that union's merger with the AGLIWD, in his native San Fran­ cisco. He still lives in San Francisco. LeROY T. FANSLER, 69, joined the union in June 1969 in the port of Wil­ mington, Calif. Bom in Los An­ geles, he sailed with the Sailors Union of the Pa­ cific, an SIUNA affiliate, before starting his deck department career with the SIU. Brother Fansler up­ graded in 1978 at the Lundeberg School. He shipped aboard LNG ves­ sels and the Long Lines. He calls Dayton, Nev. home. CHARLES E. JAMES JR., 68, joined the Seafar­ ers in May 1947 in the port of New York. A na­ tive of Minden, La., he sailed in the deck department. Brother James lives in Houston. TEDDY R. MC­ DUFFIE, 47, graduated from the Andrew Fumseth Train­ ing School in New Orleans in C^tober 1965. He upgraded his deck department rating to recertified bosun in 1980 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Mc­ Duffie resides in his native Mobile, Ala. KENNETH R. MARSTON, 65, joined the SIU in January 1943 in the port of New York. He was bom in Bmnswick, Maine. Brother Marston upgraded to recerti­ fied bosun in 1981 at the Lundeberg School. He has retired to Booth Bay Harbor, Maine. CHARLES RO­ MANO, 65, joined the union in June 1959 in his native New York City. He served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Among the first vessels on which Brother Romano sailed were those from Suwannee Steamship Lines. He lives in Old Bridge, N.J. ROBERT G. SAWYER, 55, joined the Seafar­ ers in May 1957 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. The Vir­ ginia native sailed in the en­ gine department. Brother Sawyer calls Chesapeake, Va. home. EDWARD TINSLEY, 59, joined the SIU in January 1964 in the port of Seat­ tle. Bom in Kan­ sas City, Mo., he served in the the Army from 1951 to 1955. Brother Tinsley upgraded to recertified stew­ ard at the Lundeberg School in 1982. He resides in Seattle. EDWARD TRESNICK, 62, joined the union in May 1948 in the port of New York. The Pennsylvania native's galley gang career was intermpted by a stint in the Army from 1951 to 1953. Brother Tresnick shipped as a chief cook before retir­ ing to Streetsboro, Ohio. ROBERT M. TULLER,62, joined the Seafar­ ers in October 1951 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. A native of Montpelier, Vt., he served in the Navy from 1945 to 1946. He upgraded to QMED in 1988 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Tuller previously sailed with the Sailors Union of the Pa­ cific, an SIUNA affiliate. He lives in Gaysville, Vt. INLAND EDWARD E. CLINE,62, joined the SIU in October 1967 in the port of Phila­ delphia. Bom in London, Ohio, he served in the Navy from 1946 to 1965. Boatman Cline sailed as a deckhand aboard In­ terstate Oil Transportation tugs. He resides in Baltimore. EUGENE O. HOLDER, 63, joined the union in September 1971 in the port of Norfolk, Va. 1."^' -I' M V,/,. He served in the Navy from 1942 to 1958. Boatman Holder sailed as a mate aboard Interstate Oil Transpor­ tation tugs. He has retired to his na­ tive Danville, Va. j MICHAEL A. KISLAN, 62, joined the Seafarers in May 1976 in his na­ tive Philadelphia. He upgraded his deck department rating in 1987 at the Lundeberg School. Boatman Kislan continues to reside in Phila­ delphia. JOHN L. MILLICAN, 68, joined the SIU in September 1971 in the port of New Orleans. The Tennessee native sailed in the engine depart­ ment. Boatman Millican calls Pu­ laski, Tenn. home. ERNEST TROTTER, 67, joined the union in July 1968 in his native Philadelphia. He served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Boatman Trotter upgraded his deck department rating in 1978 and 1980 at the Lundeberg School. He still resides in Philadel­ phia. GREAT LAKES EDWARD J. BAILEY, 63, joined the Seafar­ ers in July 1964 in the ^it of De­ troit. A native of Daus, Tenn. he sailed in the deck department. Brother Bailey has retir^ to Dunlap, Tenn. GABRIEL LeCLAIR, 65, joined the SIU in September 1960 in the port of Buf­ falo, N.Y. The Canada native shipped in both the steward and engine departments during his career. He resides in Buf­ falo. ROLAND H. THORIN, 65, joined the union in November 1960 in the port of Detroit. Bom in Chicago, he served in the Army from 1945 to 1946 and 1948 to 1950. Brother Thorin sailed in the engine depart­ ment. He calls Tampa, Fla. home. .j'f , �/ ^ - >'<•; • The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shiptward minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space iimhaUons, some wiii be omitted. Shif^ minute are revieamd by the union's contract rhpartment. Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union USNS ALTAIR (Bay Tankers), Septem­ ber 2 — Chairman Larry Ambrous, Secretary Wayne Howard. Crew asked for information from contracts depart­ ment about lack of weekly pay and trans­ portation to original destination after signing off. Chairman said crew also con­ cerned about possible combat and ammu­ nition pay. Secretary noted captain talked with army representative about bonus pay. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked company for televi­ sions and VCRs for each department. i. •' ii' I'"-.'-' '"• •'. 9'^- ,v UJ - •• LAWRENCEGIANELLA (Ocean Shipholding), October 29 — Chairman Pete Huisebosch, Secretary C. Mosley, Edu­ cational Director H. Daniels. Chairman asked for suggestions on what to do with ship's fund. He reminded crew to sepa­ rate plastics from garbage and not to throw either overboard. He asked crew to keep laundry room door closed to cut down on noise from washer and dryer. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer aiinounced $442 in ship's fund. Steward delegate reported problems with amount of stores (coffee, sugar, creamer and oth­ ers) needed for voyage. He also reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck and engine delegates. Crew asked for information on drug test­ ing procedures. Members reported hav­ ing difficult time getting mail. Crew asked not to slam doors \vhile members are sleeping. LNG VIRGO (ETC), October 28 — CThairman Billie B. Darley, Secretary Francis E. Ostendarp, Vocational Di­ rector Michael J. Brennen, Deck Dele­ gate Carlos A. Pineda, Engine Delegate Irmo E. Soiomons, Steward Delegate Ronald E. Aubuchon. Chairman an­ nounced he would be signing off Decem­ ber 15. He noted SIU Representative Carl Peth had left contract agreement for crewmembers. He reminded members to take beefs to bosun or department heads and not go topside with them. Secretary announced items pertaining to ship wiU be posted in minutes. He said voyage had gone smoothly. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. He reiterated Carl Peth's com­ ments that QMEDs must upgrade per the new SAB ruling. Treasurer listed $150 in ship's fund after all bills were paid. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked company for respirators and filters in order to safely paint aboard vessel. Crew reminded to keep ship clean. Those signing on are reminded to pro- f- • ,•••' Latest LOGS Received Two members of the USNS Hess crew during a stopover in San Diego. SEAFAROIS contracts department to send contract to vessel. He urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Secretary reiterated need for contract aboard vessel. Educa­ tional director asked members to donate to SPAD. Steward delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck and engine delegates. Next port: Stapleton, N.Y. contracts department that members vote on issues rather than have SAB rulings. Crew asked company for new movies, cabinets for messroom storage, room an­ tennae and ice cream freezer. vide shipping card, LNG endorsement and proof of other endorsements when coming aboard. Next port: Arun, Indone­ sia. EQUALITY STATE (lOM), November 4 — Chairman W. C. Rice, Secretary Wheeler M. Washington. Chairman stated repair list distributed at meeting after noting additional items needed re­ pair. He said ship had not received any Seafarers LOGs or other communica­ tions from union. He noted beefs that lodging was not paid and port time was red-lined. Secretary contacted union to increase communication. He said he did not have hot water in his room while an­ other member reported standing water in SEA-LAND PERFORMANCE (SeaLand Service), October 28 — Chairman R. R. Newly, Secretary E. Porter, Edu­ cational Director L. Lemm, Deck Dele­ gate Freddie Goiethe, Engine Delegate Juan Rodriguez, Steward Delegate Gwendolyn Shinholster. Chairman wished all those signing off a happy holi­ day season. He thanked crew for troublefree trip. He thanked SIU President Michael Sacco and his staff for all they are doing for union. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to re­ view allowing members with 20 years of seatime to retire no matter the age. Crew thanked galley gang for great food throughout voyage. Shipboard Meeting Held Aboard S6a-Land Enterprise AMBASSADOR (Crowley Maritime), November 5 — Chairman David New­ man, Secretary G. E. Sinkes, Educa­ tional Director Hanable Smith, Deck Delegate Gerald Ray, Engine Delegate Wally Spencer, Steward Delegate Felix Camacho. Chairman requested patrol­ man for payoff. He discussed contract with crewmembers. He announced all packages would be inspected by gang­ way watch. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew requested more chairs for crew's mess. Steward department thanked for its good food. Next port: Port Everglades, Fla. CAPE CLEAR (OMl Corp.), Novem­ ber 18 — Chairman Carlos Canales, Secretary Thomas Wybo, Educational Director H. C. Chancey. Chairman stated old repair list is being handled and new list is being posted. Educational di­ rector advised crew to watch out for loose wires and to not touch anything about which crew is unsure. Deck dele­ gate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or stew­ ard delegates. Crew asked to help keep laundry room clean. Galley gang thanked for good food. CAPE CLEAR (OMI Corp.), Novem­ ber 25— Chairman Carlos Canales, Secretary Thomas Wybo, Educational Director H. C. Chancey, Deck Delegate Edgar Townsend, Steward Delegate Mi­ chael Pooler. Chairman reported no offi­ cers are going into rooms alone. He asked crew to keep noise down. Educa­ tional director asked crew to keep doors closed to keep bugs out. He asked mem­ bers to keep washer, dryer and VCR clean and turn off television when no one is watching. Treasurer said he would find out what is difference between movie and ship's funds. Beefs reported by all three delegates. Crew noted no night lunch on some nights and asked for more condiments on tables. C4P£D£/C>irO(IOM), November 11 — Chairman W. E. Lough, Secretary R. L. Jones, Educational Director J. Grif­ fith. Chairman asked crew to take it easy on making copies as copying machine has limited supply of paper. Secretary asked members to sign crew list legibly. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. En­ gine delegate requested clarification if one member is being paid oiler or OMU wages. No beefs or disputed OT from steward delegate. Crew stated it has not received any communications from union since sailing. Crew asked welfare plan to review increasing dependents to 100 percent coverage. Crew suggested to PONCE (Puerto Rico Marine), Novem­ ber 18 — Chairman Leon Jekot, Secre­ tary R. Evans, Steward Delegate Pedro Perez. Chairman announced vessel to pay off November 24 in Jacksonville, Fla. He urged all members to keep up good work. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew requested water fountain for bridge. Crew and captain asked for Following a meeting onboard the Sea-Land Enterprise, members get a chance to relax and talk with Wilmington Port Agent Don Anderson (second from right). They are (left to right) AB E. Lehz, OMU George Vistakis, Anderson, and OMU J. Bagat. his. Engine delegate reported OT beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. transportation from ship to gate. Crew thanked galley gang for its fine work. ITB MOBILE (Sheridan Transporta­ tion), November 18 — Chairman Fred Jensen, Secretary Gregory Lee, Deck Delegate M. McCarthy, Engine Dele­ gate Drew Brown; Steward Delegate George Sapps. Chairman expressed con­ cern about new rules and regulations. He asked for more information on matter. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked Chief Steward Gregory Lee and Chief Cook George Sapps for their fine job in galley. Next port: New York. FALCON PRINCESS (Seahawk Man­ agement), November 11 — Chairman John Frazier, Secretary C. Corrent, Ed­ ucational Director William L. Smith, Deck Delegate Eugene Finley. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. 1STLT. ALEXBONNYMAN(Maersk Lines), Chairman T. Anderson, Secre­ tary J. Mortinger, Deck Delegate Mi­ chael Davis, Engine Delegate Mohamed Hadwan, Steward Delegate T. Maley. Chairman announced eco­ nomic price adjustments posted on bulle­ tin board. Treasurer announced $5 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew mail is slow in arriving and allotments are late. ITB MOBILE (Hess Sheridan Transpor­ tation), November 25 — Chairman Fred Jensen, Secretary Gregory Lee. Chair­ man reported need for patrolman to visit vessel. Secretary reported questions con­ cerning food handling and cleaning. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crewmembers are forced to pay to leave Hess property and want this investigated by contracts department. Next port: St. Croix. FRANCES HAMMER (Ocean Shipholding), November 4 — Chairman Richard Wilson, Secretary Kris A. Hopkins, Educational Director Rich Parrish, Deck Delegate Royce Kauf­ man, Engine Delegate George Demotropolus, Steward Delegate Toyo Gonzales. Chairman stated crew re­ quested port reliefs in Jacksonville. He reported captain will check on getting re­ frigerators for crewmember's rooms as soon as possible. He thanked crew for its hard work after bringing vessel out of shipyard. Secretary thanked crew for keeping mess clean at night. He re­ minded members to clean rooms before layup in Baltimore and return keys to chief mate. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer announced $75 in ship's fund. Deck delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by engine and steward delegates. Seafarers LOGs received. Crew advised vessel will lay up for 10 days before members are recalled. Steward depart­ ment thanked for job well done. Crew re­ ported fishing was great off Freeport, Bahamas. Bosun Richard Wilson fought fish for four hours before he had to cut line and let it go. Next port: Balti­ more. MOKU PAHU (Pacific Gulf Marine), November 16 — Chairman Pete Loik, Secretary John Pratt, Educational Direc­ tor Woodrow Heslip. Chairman re­ ported OT problems onboard. He told crew vessel is going into San Francisco or Portland yard. Secretaiy asked those needing new mattresses to let him know. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. Deck and engine delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by stew­ ard delegate. Crew asked to keep mess hall and recreation room clean. Crew thanked galley gang for great cookouts. Next ports: Hilo, Hawaii and Crockett, Calif. NEDLLOYD HOLLAND (Sea-Land Service), November 4 — Chairman R. Darvills, Secretary J.Speller. Chairman stated everything was going okay and urged crew to keep up good work. Edu­ cational director reminded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer announced $43 in ship's fund. Engine delegate reported chief engineer said this was best SIU crew with whom he had sailed. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for food and clean ship. ITB GROTON (Sheridan Transporta­ tion), November 25 — Chairman N. Matthey, Secretary K. Jones, Educa­ tional Director C. Rodriquez, Engine Delegate B. Santana. Chairman asked '/J ...V'.v. '• Continued on page 19 ; , ..i- • �'•v.":- ,, v;: Continued from page IS OMI CHARGER (OMI Corp.), Novem­ ber 4 — Chairman E. K. Bryan, Secre­ tary D. Velandra, Educational Director M. L. Israel. Chairman discussed vari­ ous welfare forms onboard for members and situation in Persian Gulf involving shipping rules changes. He asked com­ pany for new spreads and mattresses for crew. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew requested domestic water tanks be cleaned because of rust in lines. Next port: Texas City, Texas. OMI SACRAMENTO (OMI Corp.), No­ vember 11 — Chairman S. M. McGowan, Secretary David Der, Educational Director Ronald Gordon, Engine Delegate Wiimer McCants. Treasurer reported no money in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Payoff announced for November 12 in Mobile, Ala. Crew thanked steward de­ partment for job well done. Deck and en­ gine departments thanked for keeping ship clean. Next port: Mobile. OVERSEAS CHICAGO{Mantime Overseas), November 27 — Chairman George A. Giraud, Secretary R. E. Reffitt, Deck Delegate Dale McNeeiy, Engine Delegate Felipe A. Torres, Stew­ ard Delegate Roderick Gorden. Chair­ man advised crew of report from captain that injuries sustained by member t^en ashore were not life threatening. He an­ nounced vessel will be docking Novem­ ber 28 in Nederland, Texas before sailing back to Panama. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew asked that one washer be replaced as it is not working. Next port: Nederland. OVERSEAS OHIO (Maritime Over­ seas), November 18 — Chairman Pat Gallagher, Secretary Ray Garcia, Edu­ cational Director F. Durand Jr., Deck Delegate John Ellis, Engine Delegate G. Banda, Steward Delegate Lionel St. Julien. Chairman announced payoff set for Long Beach, Calif. He asked company to repair washer. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for new televi­ sion antenna. Next port: Long Beach. PRIDE OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), November 17 — Chairman Henry E. Jones, Secretary David B. Smith, Educational Director Ali Rashid, Deck Delegate S. Cordero, Engine Dele­ gate M. Lambeth, Steward Delegate Louis Lopez. Chairman noted every­ thing running smoothly. Educational di­ rector reminded members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for job well done. Next port: Norfolk, Va. SEA'LAND ATLANTIC{Sea Land Ser­ vice), November 13 — Chairman Marco A. Galliano, Secretary T. J. Smith, Educational Director Everett A. Richman Jr., Deck Delegate Floyd D. Vincent, Engine Delegate R^elio Yharra, Steward Delegate Sisto Deanda. Chairman announced vessel scheduled to arrive in Charleston, S.C. on November 15. He said ship wijl be Meeting Held Aboard Hess While on a stopover In San Diego, crewmembers from the DSNS Hess hold a shipboard meeting running to France next year. Steward del­ egate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment to review emergency reliefs for per­ manent and rotary jobs to be used for sickness, accident or home emergency; pension benefits to keep pace with infla­ tion for all pensioners; and increase in dental and optical benefits. Crew asked company to repair radio antenna. Galley gang thanked for fine job. Next ports: Charleston, Hquston, Jacksonville and Port Everglades, Fla. SEA-LAND DEVELOPER{Sea-Land Service), November 19 — Chairman R. Pinkham, Secretary R. Castello, Educa­ tional Director A. Bell. Chairman said he had no new information whether meiiibers must leave vessel when their time is up. Secretary announced payoff for No­ vember 25 in Tacoma, Wash. Educa­ tional director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point and donate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked contracts department to review allowing permanent members to work two-on, two-off shifts. SEA-LAND EXPEDITION{Sea-Land Service), November 5 — Chairman Mar­ vin Zimbro, Secret^ W. Reid, Educa­ tional Director David Dukehart, Deck Delegate Kenneth Blair, Engine Dele­ gate David Ballard, Steward Delegate John M. Flatts. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew advised to read the Seafarers LOG. Crew asked contracts de­ partment to review addition of AB and steward assistant for ship. Crew told two new couches would be brought aboard in Elizabeth, NJ. Next port: Elizabeth. SEA-LAND HAWAII {Sea-Land Ser­ vice), November 17 — Chairman J. B. Lundborg, Secretary C. M. Modellas, Educational Director R. C. Weeden, Deck Delegate Larry R. Viola, Engine Delegate James Brown, Steward Dele­ gate Harold B. Pittillo. Chairman an­ nounced payoff set for November 18 in Long Beach, Calif. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reminded to keep fidley door to engineroom closed except in emergencies. Crew requested full size color television for lounge. Crew asked to not play VCR during meals. Key du­ plications will be made by chief mate as soon as possible. Steward department thanked for fine job. Next port: Long Beach. SEA-LAND INTEGRITY{Sea-Land Service), November 25 — Chairman E. Wallace, Secretary P. Laboy, Engine Delegate Joseph Spell, Steward Dele­ gate James P. O'Reilly. Crew advised reliefs would be available after payoff in Houston. He said ship had good crew. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reminded not to place garbage in laun­ dry. Crew reported transporting 10 tigers and four lions for Ringling Brothers Cir­ cus from England to Florida. Next port: Houston. SEA-LAND NA VIGATOR (Sea-Land Service), November 18 — Chairman Werner H. Becher, Secretary S. Ghani, Educational Director Walter C. Ste­ vens, Deck Delegate John T. Thomp­ son, Engine Delegate James B. Spranza, Steward Delegate Hussain A. Bubkar. Chairman announced payoff set for November 26 in Long Beach, Calif., then ship is going to Portland, Ore. for three-month layup. Hp noted need for new dryer in crew laundry. Edu­ cational director reminded crew to up­ grade at Lundeberg School. No disputed OT or beefs reported. Members re­ quested clarification regarding reliefs at Long Beach and if they could claim their jobs after layup. Next ports: Long Beach and Portland SEA-LAND PATRIOT{Sea-Land Ser­ vice), November 17 — Chairman R. F. Garcia, Secretary J. Russell, Educa­ tional Director G. Pollard-Lowsley, Deck Delegate John T. Carnes, Engine Delegate Dean Dobbins, Steward Dele­ gate Leonardo SInlsi. Chairman an­ nounced ship to dock in Oakland, Calif, on November 20. He reported on mov­ ing service by Captain G. J. Cordes for cremated remains of Brother Scott E. Anderson who was buried at sea No­ vember 5. Educational director posted class dates for Lundeberg School and urged members who know of people wanting to go to sea to have them con­ tact Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts de­ partment for clarification of duties of DEU. Members reminded to clean up after themselves, to keep television off during coffee time and not to use lounge as area to leave clothes and gloves. Crew thanked steward department for good food and clean ship. Next ports: Wil­ mington, Calif, and Oakland. SEA-LAND PRODUCER{Sea-Land Service), November 25 — Chairman Jack Edwards, Secretary John Bulawan, Deck Delegate Troy Smith, Engine (Delegate M. Velgel, Steward Delegate John Shaw. Chairman said steward and chief cook looked into run­ ning television into each cabin. The cost was between $5(K) and $600 and they had heard no response from company. Chairman also announced crew still wait­ ing for information regarding shuttles for Long Beach, Calif, and Honolulu. He told crew Coast Guard would hold in­ spection and boat drill November 26 in Long Beach. Treasurer listed $70 in ship's fund. Bosun said he had scrap to sell and money would be given to fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed excessive charges of some items in slop chest. SPIRIT OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), November 4 — Chairman S. W. Parr, Secretary J. Melendez, Educa­ tional Director J. J. Jourdan, Deck Del­ egate G. Warren, Engine Delegate C. Cooper, Steward Delegate. Chairman told by captain deck department mem­ bers will required to work minimum of four hours maintenance per day per member as ship is not able to keep up with critical maintenance with one watchstander turning to voluntarily. Edu­ cational director urged members to up­ grade at Lundeberg School. He noted vessel had more than 600 movies on­ board. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Deck department members asked con­ tracts department for clarification of criti­ cal maintenance. SPIRIT OF TEX/lS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), November 25 — Chairman S. W. Parr, Secretary J. Melendez, Educa­ tional Director J. J. Jourdan, Deck Del­ egate G. Warren, Engine Delegate G. Cooper, Steward Delegate S. A. SInsuangco. Chairman said ship will lay up in Jacksonville, Fla. He urged mem­ bers to follow rules to reclaim jobs. Sec­ retary reminded members to turn in keys and linens. Educational director advised members to upgrade at Piney Point. Deck delegate reported beef over manda­ tory OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by engine and steward delegates. Crew recommended steward notify port agent of shortages before vessel sails. Next port; Jacksonville. STAR OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), November 25 — Chairman J. J. Williams, Secretary H. Jones Jr., Deck Delegate Arthur Machado, Engine Del­ egate Stanley Sporna, Stev.'ard Delegate Lonnle Bettis Jr. Chairman announced ship would lay up December 1 and pay off December 2. Secretary asked mem­ bers to remove all linen and trash from rooms. Engine delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck and steward delegates. Crew thanked steward department for job well done and best Thanksgiving din­ ner aboard ship. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. USNS SILAS BENT{Mai Ship Co.), November 25— Chairman R. Vazquez, Secretary S. Ortiz, Educa­ tional Director B. Johnson. Minutes from last meeting read. Treasurer listed $200 in ship's fund. Engine delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Payoff set for November 30. Crew congratulated for good job during inspection. - • ' -' \ff- CAPE ANN{Ainsea), December 9 Chairman William Dawson, Secretary Ivan Sail, Educational Director Carl Painter, Deck Delegate H. Cham­ pagne, Engine Delegate Clarence Mosley. Chairman asked members to make sure they have life jackets and survival suits. He said members should put any problems in writing and they will be pre­ sented to captain. He added he would send letters to union headquarters. Secre­ tary announced ship's minutes would be sent certified mail to headquarters as re­ quested by crew. All delegates reported disputed OT concerning feeding hours. Steward delegate reported beef about members having to carry trash, to dock • • ---i, 1^. ?. ;#-ir; Safety Inspection Aboard Ship AB Dennis "Mac" McGuinness of Jack­ sonville prepares to Inspect a line aboard an RRF iship. with no OT and launch service not being available to galley gang. Crew had not yet received communications fi-om union. Crew requested contracts depart­ ment look into increase for maintenance and cure and launch service reimburse­ ment. Crew also asked for clarification of OS duties. Crew thanked steward de­ partment for great work under hard con­ ditions. CAPE CLEAR{OMI Corp.), December 2 — Chairman Carlos Canales, Secre­ tary Thomas Wybo, Educational Direc­ tor H. C. Chancey, Deck Delegate Edgar Townsend, Steward Delegate Mi­ chael Pooler. Chairman reported dartboard missing. He said captain asked it be replaced, money put up to buy an­ other or investigation and search for old one would be held. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Galley gang reminded members to clean up after themselves. Crew asked smokers to be considerate of those still eating. Crew received three months of back issues of Seafarers LOG. Crew reminded to use proper washing machines determined by clothing. CAPE EDM0NT{10M), December 3 — Chairman Jamie Miller, Secretary Beverly A. Lee, Educational Director Dan Manthei, Deck Delegate Jeff Morrill, Engine Delegate C. L. Earhart. Chairman asked no smoking take place during meals. He said he is work­ ing on obtaining subsistence pay because of lack of hot water for two weeks. He also advised members that manpower of­ fice is trying its best to find reliefs be­ cause of Operation Desert Shield, so hang in there. Educational director urged members to take advantage of upgrading facilities at Piney Point. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew asked com­ pany to get mail to ship faster, replace old mattresses, provide CPR equipment for training and place fans in all rooms. Crew thanked Bosun Jamie Miller for building barbecue grill and picnic tables. Crew also thanked steward department for job well done. DEL VALLE{Py/C Engineering, Inc.), December 9 — Chairman E. Ford, Sec­ retary C. Loper Jr., Educational Direc­ tor H. Tolehin, Deck Delegate Claude Gordon, Engine Delegate James Viera, Steward Delegate Peter Mazzitelli. Deck and engine delegates reported beefs. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward delegate. Crew said all was going well aboard vessel. •- r.%.; •il'; •ft- i\ .m m. �my 20 SOfAKiRS LOG Bonus Pay Due to Seafarers on Ready Reserve Force Ships ••'•"I],.' ••''•'•••• , ::p. y:^. • r-''i^:,"' - ur-.' H^Prr;y lM::r '•:••: '••Tyf'. • Seafarers sailing on the govern­ ment's Ready Reserve Force (RRF) vessels will be paid ammunition and imminent danger bonuses, the Maritime Administration (MarAd) announced last month. MarAd's action comes on the heels of strong efforts on the part of the SIU and its contracted operators to secure the bonus payments for Seafarers on RRF vessels. The bonuses are similar to those already being paid to civilian mar­ iners working on Military Sealift Command (MSG) ships. The ammunition bonus will be paid to any Seafarer aboard an RRF ship carrying 50 tons or more of ammunition. The bonus will be paid at the 10 percent rate called for in the union's standard deep sea freightship agreement (Article II—General Rules, Section 29— Explosives). The ammunition bo­ nus of 10 percent per month of the regular monthly wage begins ac­ cruing from the time the loading of the explosive cargo is started until the explosive cargo is com­ pletely discharged. Bonuses Are Retroactive "i i'• i'..^'•,'' ' Seafarers sailing on RRF ves­ sels activated for Operation De­ sert Shield are eligible for retro­ active ammunition bonuses if their vessel carried 50 tons or more of ammunition. Seafarers on RRF ships that I enter geographic areas designated by the Military Sealift Command as ones of' imminent danger'' will receive a bonus of $130 per month. Eligibility for the bonus begins when the vessel enters waters classified as areas of imminent danger. (It should be noted that an imminent danger area is not the same as a "war zone." To date, the military has not designated any geographic areas as war zones.) MSG requires as a qualification for the imminent danger zone bo­ nus that a seaman must sail in the zone for six consecutive days. The bonus for sailing in immi­ nent danger zones is retroactive to the date the military established the designation for the area. What follows is a list of the imminent danger zones established by the military to date, and the day such a designation began: Bonuses Retroactive To— Sept. 19 Sept. 19 west of 68 degrees east longitude. The Gulf of Aden. The total land areas of Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar and the jUnited Arab Emirates. « (Airspace over each location is included.) If a Seafarer has left his RRF ship and desires to secure his retroactive bonus pay he should submit his request to the ship's operating company, along with his name, social security number, rat­ ing, name of vessel and off dates. Questions concerning the am­ munition bonus or the extra pay for sailing in imminent danger zones should be directed to the union's contract department at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Seafarers Scholarship Program Deeidline for 1991 submissions is April 15, Imminent Danger Areas Designated By Military — Four scholarships are to be awarded to children of SIU members, and three scholarships are reserved annually for SIU memters themselves. The scholarship materials are avail­ able at any SIU union hall. Prospective applicants also may request a copy by writing to: Sept. 17 The territory and territorial waters of Iraq and the airspace above. Sept. 19 The Persian Gulf. Sept. 19 The Red Sea. Sept. 19 The Gulf of Oman. Sept. 19 The Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees latitude and SIU Scholarship Program Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Maryland 20746 Know Your Rights :• -.'I ., it'S' FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safe­ guarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certi^ed Public Accountants every year^ which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this conunittee may make dissenting reports, specific recom­ mendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and In­ land Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trust­ ees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and manage­ ment representatives and their alter­ nates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund ^ancial records are available at the headquar­ ters of the various trust fimds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and senior­ ity are protected exclusively by con­ tracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and avail­ able in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in ^e contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU mem­ ber works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their con­ tract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper man­ ner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contrac­ tual rights properly, they should con­ tact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained hrom publishing any article serving the po­ litical purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It also hais refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This estab­ lished policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any : reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is r^uired to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should im­ mediately be reported to Union head­ quarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should ob­ tain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immedi­ ately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employ­ ment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL AC­ TIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its ob­ jects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, so­ cial and economic interests of mari­ time workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opporiunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such ob­ jects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective of­ fice. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrim­ ination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of em­ ployment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafar­ ers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his economic, political and so­ cial interests, and American trade union concepts. *5/ If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU Pres­ ident Michael Sacco at headquar­ ters hy certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. . • �• ''''-//A - mnumm -"'i:' ^'ji . sii , V- DEEP SEA CHALMER ANDERSON Chalmer Ander­ son, 69, passed away De­ cember 12, 1990. The South Carolina native joined the Sea­ farers in June 1941 in the port of New York. Brother Ander­ son sailed in the deck depart­ ment before he retired in November 1969. ARVEDS E. AUERS Arveds E. Auers, 77, died De­ cember 4, 1990. Bom in Lat­ via, he joined the SIU in May 1944 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Auers shipped in the deck department. He started drawing his pension in October 1975. JOHN T. BOWMAN John T. Bowman, 71, passed away No­ vember 17, 1990. He was bom in New London, Conn. Brother Bowman joined the union in November 1947 in the port of New York. He upgraded his deck department rating to recer­ tified bosun in 1975 at the Lundeberg School. He began collecting his pension in Octo­ ber 1981. GRANVILLE W. DAVIS Granville W. Davis died late last year. He served in the Navy from 1937 to 1940. He joined the Seafarers in Decem­ ber 1964 in his native Houston, where he was bom in 1921. Brother Davis upgraded his en­ gine department rating in 1975 at the Lundeberg School. He re­ tired in July 1986. MARIUS H. DelPRADO Marius H. DelPrado, 74, died August 3, 1990. He was bom in Paramariyo, Dutch Guiana. Brother DelPrado joined the SIU in July 1959 in the port of New York. He upgraded to QMED at the Lundeberg School in 1973. He began collecting his pension in September 1982. MELVIN EICKMEIER Melvin Eickmeier, 83, passed away December 10, 1990. A native of Buffalo, N.Y., he served in the Army Air Force from 1942 to 1945. Brother Eickmeier joined the union in January 1957 in the port of Mo­ bile, Ala. He sailed in the en­ gine department. He began drawing his pension in October 1977. CHARLES J. FREY Charles J. Frey,73, died No­ vember 22,1990 in Eustis, Fla.The Morrow, Ohio na­ tive joined the Seafarers in Sep­ tember 1943 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. He was injured vVhile aboard an anchored merchant vessel during an air raid on Okinawa during World War II. Brother Prey upgraded to recer­ tified bosun in 1975 at the Lundeberg School. He retired in September 1978. He was buried in St. Joseph Cemetery in West Jefferson, Ohio. His wife. Norma, survives him. LOUIS A. GRACIA Louis A; Gracia, 56, suf­ fered a fatal heart attack aboard the LNG Capricom on December 14, 1990. A na­ tive of Houston, he joined the union in November 1953 in the port of New York. He was in­ volved in many union activities and one of the first SIU mem­ bers to serve aboard LNG carri­ ers. Brother Gracia upgraded his steward department rating in 1981 at the Lundeberg School. He was buried at For­ est Park Cemetery in Houston on December 29, 1990. He is survived by his wife, Lupe; a son, SIU member Louis, who sails as an FOWT; a daughter, Christina; and a stepson, Hous­ ton Port Representative Steve Ruiz. JAMES E. HIGGINS James E. Higgins, 66, passed away De­ cember 10,1990. Bom in Michi­ gan, he served in the Royal Ca­ nadian Air Force from 1940 to 1942 and the U.S. Army from 1945 to 1950. He joined the SIU in June 1956 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Higgins up­ graded to recertified steward in 1979 at the Lundeberg School. He started collecting his pen­ sion in September 1989. He was buried in Seafarers Haven in Valley Lee, Md. on Decem­ ber 13, 1990. ARISTIDES S. KARRAS Aristides S. Karras died late last year. He was bom in KatoPotamiaKymis, Greece in 1916. Brother Karras joined the union in July 1967 in the port of Mobile, Ala. He shipped in the steward depart­ ment before he retired in Octo­ ber 1981. ALLEN B. LYNN Allen B. Lynn, 71, passed away June 10, 1990. A native of Malone, Fla., he joined the Seafarers in 1948 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Lynn sailed in the deck department. He is survived by his daughter, Susan Montgom­ ery. JOSEPH MICHEL Joseph Michel, 35, died June 4, 1990. The Balti­ more na­ tive graduated from the Lundeberg School in December 1979. He retumed to the school several times to up­ grade to QMED in 1987. Brother Michel was die son of Robert Henry Michel and Helen M. Klein. He was buried in Baltimore's Gardens of Faith on June 9,1990. He was an active member at the time of his death. HARRY MONAHAN Harry Monahan, 62, passed away December 12,1990. Bom in Jersey City, N.J., he joined the5IU in July 1946in the port of New York. Brother Monahan sailed in the deck de­ partment. He also was a mem­ ber of District 2-MEBA. He started collecting his pension inFebmary 1977. RUDOLPH R. PASCHAL Rudolph R. Pas­ chal, 66, (Bed No­ vember 18,1990. He was bom in Alabama and joined the union in April 1947 in the port of New Or­ leans. Brother Paschal shipped in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in August 1986. MANUEL RODRIGUEZ Manuel Rodriguez, 92, passed away De­ cember 10, 1990. A native of Puerto Rico, he joined the Seafarers in October 1941 in the port of Bal­ timore. Brother Rodriguez sailed in the steward depart­ ment before he retired in Janu­ ary 1967. WILLARD L. TENNANT Willard L. Tennant died late last year. Bom in Wellington, Kansas in 1916, he joined the SIU in October 1974 in the port of Tampa, Fla. Brother Tennant shipped in the engine department. He started drawing his pension in July 1981. WILLIAM B. THIGPEN William B. Thigpen, 31, suc­ cumbed August 9,1990 to inju­ ries received in an automobile accident in South Carolina in Novemeber 1989. The native of Aiken, S.C. graduated from the Lundeberg School in Febraary 1980. He upgraded his deck department rating in 1988 at Piney Point. Brother Thigpen, an active member at the time of his death, primarily shipped out of the port of Jack­ sonville, Fla. He was buried in the Graniteville (S.C.) Ceme­ tery. WALTER TRAVIS Walter Travis, 62, passed away December 9,1990. He was bom in Pittsburgh and gradua­ ted from the Andrew Fumseth Training School in July 1959 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Travis upgraded to re­ certified bosun in 1983 at the Lundeberg School. He began collecting his pension in No­ vember 1984. INLAND JAMES L. GAMBLE James L. Gamble, 63, died De­ cember 12,1990. The native of Oneonta, Ala. served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946 and 1949 to 1969. Boatman Gam­ ble joined the union in July 1977 in the port of Houston. • He shipped as a tugboat cap­ tain before he retired in August 1989. GREAT LAKES ROBERT L. ALLEN Robert L. Allen, 60, passed away No­ vember 7, 1990. Bom in Arkansas, he served in the Army from I95I to 1952. He joined the Seafarers in September I97I in the port of Detroit. Brother Allen was an active member of the deck department at the time of his death. '5 • s®?":. FRED CUMMINS Fred Cummins, 69, died De­ cember 5,1990. The Ohio na­ tive joined the SIU in March 1973 in the port of Detroit. Brother Cummins sailed in the engine department. ARNOLD F.JOHNSON Arnold F. Johnson, 74, passed away November 27,1990. He was bom in Stonington, Mich, and served in the Army from 1943 to 1946. Brother Johnson joined the union in July 1961 in the port of Buffalo, N.Y. He shipped in the deck department on Great Lakes Dredge and Dock vessels before he retired in September 1978. li RAHMAN MASHRAH Rahman Mashrah, 39, died De­ cember 5,1989. A native of Saudi Arabia, he joined the Seafarers in December 1975 in the port of Detroit. Brother Mashrah was an active mem­ ber of the deck department at the time of his death. RAILROAD MARINE LAWSON F. HUDGINS Lawson F. Hudgins, 73, passed away Oc­ tober 16, 1990. Bom in New Point, Va., he joined the SIU in July 1959 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He sailed as a deckhand for the Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad. Brother Hudgins retired in June 1978. OMI Sacramento Crew Pays Final Respects To SIU Meml)er Hert)ert "Dutch" LonczynskI The remains of Herbert "Dutch" Lonczynski were buried at sea December 1,1990 following a ceremony aboard the OMI Sac­ ramento. Crewmembers, led by Bosun RayGorju and Captain Eric C. Bryson, remembered what it was like to work with Lonczynski, who died November 22,1990. The 77-year-old former able bodied seaman began his shipping career in his native Germany in ' s- iisi" '•••i 1932. He joined the Seafarers in April 1951 in the port of New York. Brother Lonczynski up­ graded at the Lundeberg School in 1970. Mobile Patrolman Ed Kelly re­ membered Lonczynski as some­ one "who ate, slept and lived Seafarers. This was his whole life." He is survived bya sister, Herta Gog of Germany. Among the OMI Sacramento crewmembers paying their final respects to SIU member Herbert "Dutch" Lonczynski-are (left to right, front row) Bosun Ray Gorju, AB Larry McCants, QMED Vincent Kirksey, Steward Assistant Vincent Crawford, Master Eric Bryson and Chief Mate Walter Boychuk. Gorju provided the Seafarers LOG with the photograph. i-.'?' .y- �1?^ f,,.'-y''^<:J:k .-.v'.'V-«-,_V'"' •• •: US :'>;?--r'.>^J';:i SCAFARmiOG Landeberg School Graduates Eight Classes Wy m: . ' J-' '.'su •••':.'• .•' 'vy •'•L, ' '• Trainee Lifeboat Class 462—Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 462 are (from left, kneeling) John Thompson, James Robertson, Allan Rogers II, Carey Huff, William Peterson, Brian McNamara, Byan Breneman, (second row) Steven Stark, William McClain, Adrian Pillot II, Darren Collins, Peter Onsgard, Jeffrey Sousa, Billy Joe Cox, Jean Couvillion, Antonio Topolski, (third row) Eron Hall, John Hiltner, Thomas Lister, Bernard Pogue and Willie Parks. I--::•••> Trainee Lifeboat Class 463—Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat class 463 are (from left, kneeling) Joseph W. Stephens Jr.T Mary Golden, Daniel Ortiz, :, Michael LaCroix, Dwyen Ringlauer, Darryl Williams, (second row) Cederic Hv/V' '• • .'y. •••'•. 'A 'y y :•,' QMED—Completing their instruction as Qualified Members of the Engine Department are (from left, kneeling) Leonardo Papa, Steve Hansford, (second row) Derrick Yard, Carlos Marcial, Phil Kendall (MFOW), Olifidio Joe Esquivel Jr., Robert C. Zajac, (third row) S.L. Mclntyre Jr., Al McQuaoe, Angelo Dunklin, Bruce Berger Jr., Monroe Monseur Jr. Pumproom Maintenance & Operations—A Lundeberg School cer­ tificate of graduation was issued to the Seafarers pictured above for completion of the pumproom maintenance and operations course. They are (from the left) Jim Shaffer (instructor), John Hoskins, Craig Melwing, Rich Harris, Curtis Jackson, Ed Taylor, Alan Nelson, John Wong and Charles Smith. Atm' 3>0-i>4-, , ..•, ... ..„syky.r .• • • M''r''". •' • ' • Marine Electrical Maintenance—Completing the eight-week marine electrical maintenance course are (from left, first row) Frank Bolton, Bo Francisco, (back row) Wiley L. Yarber, Cris L. Compton, Isador Campbell and Joseph R. Negron. Firemen, Oilers, Watertenders—Moving up the ladder in the engine department are these FOWT graduates. From the left are (kneeling) Don Montoya, Blair Greene, Mike Kifle, Mike Ball, (second row) Bill Foley (instructor), Jose A. Valerie, William Grampton, Victor Cantres, William Marshall, Larry S. Stanback, fthird row) James M. Somerville, Patrick J. Corless, Luis A. Amadio, Eric Morrison, Bruce Bane and Michael Foster. ^ Upgraders Lifeboat—These members learned about emergency drills, basic compass navigation and use of all lifeboat and life raft equipment. They are (from left, kneeling) Leslie Propheter, Christopher Alexander, (standing) Bruce Bane, Patrick J. Corless, Greg Bush and Ben Cusic (instructor). Able Bodied Seamen—Upgrading their deck department ratings to able todied seamen are (from left, first row) Jake Karaczysnki (instructor), Charles Broadnax, George Raubenstine, Alvin DiLs Jr., William Hortori n, Ronnie L Carson, Robert Gettridge III, (third row) Thompson, Kevin Walker, Michlael Dickens and Nick l^lcKnett. �Yul:. •/'v/tv')'.-'.i^i-jV-.v-;'.f:' -s JANUARY 1991 jVljr'-/ Off Sfii/rCdirise schedule for February-June 1991 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. All programs are ^ariti^^e irSus^ members and to promote the American • Check-In Completion Pate Date February 18 February 22 > April 1 April 5 May 13 May 17 June 24 June 28 Upon conipletion, the Sealift itperations course must be taken. Oedk Upgn^iag Comses ,,"f Cheek-In Comptetion Date Date ^ M March^^2^ j i April 15 bfay 10 May 27 June 21 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Lifbboatittiui Fehriiary 4 February 15 February 18 i March 1 March 4 March 15 . i^r. • Mardi ^rdi 18 w, March 29 April] April 12 4::;. ApnIT April 15 April 26 •Wlirtliiy Aprfl29 May 10 May 13 'T'„ . 4-' . May 24 May 27 June 7 June 10 June 21 June 24 Julys Ship Handiit^ ' i , > ^, March 18 March 29 May 27 June 7 June 24 Julys February 4 February 8 'y, April 1 April 5 April 22 April 26 'mm May 20 May 24 Third Mate February 4 May 17 Inland Deck Licenses June 10 August 16 ;; Celestial Navigatiim February 11 March 1 \ April 22 May 10:..;;.:;^':|::;: Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Tankerman March 4 March 29 May 27 June 21 f Course :^ia Able Seanum^ ^ w--' Steward Uiigradiitg Codrst^ ; ^I ' ,v~' Mi a": m Engitte Upgrading Courses Check-In Cotnpletion: biaite Date ;.. May 13 August 2 March 18 April 26 April 29 June 7 fSlS June 10 July 19 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class. Pumproom Maintcmuice & Operations April 15 May 24 Marine Electrical Maintenance April 1 May 24 Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operations May 27 July 5 Diesel Engine Technology March 18 April 12 Welding February 18 March 15 Marine Electronics Technician May 27 August 16 •ySpSsey*: Assistant En^eer (Deep Sea & Iniahd) March 11 May 17 Electro-Hydraulics June 10 Deep SeaAnland Engineers March 11 May 17 Basic Electronics April 15 May 10 AV Hydraulics June 10 July 5 All students in the Engine' Department will have a two-week Sedlifi Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. -, 1991 Adult Edurathtt Sihednle July 26 ^ Courre High School Equivalency (GED) I' ReiertiKtathn Programs Adult Basic Education (ABE) Check-In Date March 25 June 3 Conipi(^on Date May 6 Julys English as a Second Language (ESL) ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course UPGRADING APPUanON (Last) (First) Date of Birth. (Middle) Address. (State) Telephone^ (Zip Code) Mo./Day/Year ^ (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. Completion Date April 19 :||||| June 14 April 19 June 14 • 4• March 22 June 14 May 17 July 12 '• Book #_ Social Security #_ Seniority U.S. Citizen: Check-in Date March 4 April 29 March 4 April 29 February 11 April 29 April 22 June 17 With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. RATING DATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE (Street) (City) • Course QMED-Any Rating FiremanAVatertender and OSkee •'81_ Course Bosun Recertiflcation Steward Recertiflcation Check-In Completion^ Date bate Ail open-ended (contact admissioils office for starting dates) class, ''^'m Coui^ Assistant Cook^ Copk and Baker, Chief C<mk,cil|l^F SHIX Collie Progrm Sdieiule for 1991 FULL 8-week Sessions March 25 May 17 June 3 mm Course Oil Spill Prevention & Containment (1 week) The course ^schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry s needs as well as the national emergency mobilization in the Persian Gulf Name. M" i- 1991URGRADIN6 COURSI WUDUU H'"' '•>' .•"> ^: • SIGNATURE- DepartmenL • Yes • No Home Port. I am interested in the following course(s) checked below or indicated here if not listed Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held • Yes GNo Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? If yes, which program: from— Last grade of school completed to (dales attended) Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? • Yes • No If yes, course(s) taken Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? • Yes • No If yes, how many weeks have you completed? : Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement? • Yes • No Firefighting: • Yes • No CPR: • Yes • No Date available for training Primary language spoken DATE. ; — ^ ^ —— DECK AB/Sealift 1st Class Pilot Third Mate Radar Observer Unlimited Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course • • 3 • • ENGINE • FOWT • QMED-Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) • Marine Electrical Maintenance n Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation Q Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems • Automation • Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding • Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT I] Adult Basic Education (ABE) D High School Equivalency Program (GED) • Developmental Studies (OyS) • English as a Second Language (ESL) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility • Cook and Baker • Chief Cook • Chief Steward • Towboat Inland Cook COLLEGE PROGRAM • Associates in Arts Degree • Certificate Programs Notni •film will be paid oMess you prascal original recripts awl succcafnUy complric the counc. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center. Piney Point. MD. 20674 1/91 :,v ''-" 4' smwummm 4-.. /' . via. ^.1-. ' '.JT- mmm w:m »• • "J.M �. i-«~>S'##r-^-'^''. SEAEiBEKS . jyiiJ ^ Volume 53, Number 1 .'-Kf'-:/. •J:i' •• 'i.-y -:,; f:^-' ». ..;• .. ,, ..V '/•»'. tJ.vV •; ;,. iif: •.V ' • { •' .. K;: #• I.??;-: i'lj;-. ,..Tv? ^ i. i: :iir • S.T -'M ••Xi^j^s.l/T'j.is?: sxsrrrf;-7r:-rs:-vrjf'_'s:'.i Participate in your Union's affairs. See page 15 for a schedule of upcoming monthly meetings. January 1991 SlU-Crewed S-L Discovery Assists in Saiiboat Rescue Operation Demons^ating that the brother­ hood of the sea extends to all mar­ iners in distress, the crew of the Sea-Land Discovery helped stabi­ lize a drifting sailboat which pro­ vided the U.S. Coast Guard enough time to rescue a mariner with a head injury. The Sea-Land container vessel received a call from the Coast Guard that the sailboat Mariah, adrift along the northern border of the so-called Bermuda Triangle, was in distress with an injured crewmember aboard on the morn­ ing of November 30. Sea-Land Discovery Captain George Pappas ordered the vessel, which was sail­ ing to San Juan, to change course and assist the idled sailboat. The Discovery crew learned the , craft's principal navigator was the injured party, having sustained a blow to the head. As the only skilled navigator on the sailboat, he was unable to perform his duties. The vessel had drifted aimlessly for three days. Rough Seas an Impediment The Discovery crew reported swells of 13 to 15 feet, rough seas and 2-to 3-mile visibility. Just over two hours after receiving the call from the Coast Guard, the Discov­ ery made radio contact with the Mariah. Shortly thereafter, the Sea-Land vessel made visual con­ tact with the sailboat in an area between the southeastern U.S. coast and Bermuda. Ship's Chairman Jose Rodriguez led all hands in rescue operations. The crew of the SeaLand ship secured the stranded sailboat by extending lines, pre­ venting the craft from drifting fur­ ther. Various attempts were made to come alongside and rescue the injured crewmember of the Mariah, but the rough seas ham­ pered operations. Chief Steward Jose R. Coils photographed the operation and provided these pic­ tures for the Seafarers LOG. All Night Watch Rescue aircraft flew to the area to assist in the evacuation of the injured sailor. Again, the rough seas prevented any rescue. The Discovery was ordered to stay near the Mariah through the night and resume evacuation operations in the morning. All hands were called after day­ break on December 1. Once again, rough seas made evacuation at­ tempts impossible by the container ship. However, an Air Force heli­ copter lifted the injured navigator of the Mariah from its deck just after noon and carried him to a West Palm Beach, Fla. hospital, according to Coast Guard records. The Coast Guard ordered the SeaLand vessel to break away from the operation and return to its normal sailing route afterwards. Before Lines from the Sea-Land.Discovery keep the stranded sailboat from breaking away while rough seas prevent an evacuation of the Mariah. Getting ready for another rescue at­ tempt are ABs Ruben F. Morales Jr., left, and Angel M. Velez. leaving, the Discovery lowered 45 gallons of diesel fuel to the sailboat to make sure it would reach the Bahamas. Chief Quartermaster Carlos Martinez reported the Coast Guard kept constant radio contact with the remaining sailboat crewmembers and directed the vessel on a course to Nassau, where the vessel docked safely De­ cember 4. Besides Rodriguez and Colls, other SIU crewmembers aboard the Discovery during the rescue operation were ABs Reyes Flores, Manuel Sabater, Angel M. Velez, Carlos F. Garcia and Ruben F. Morales Jr.; Electrician Kevin M. Cooper; QMEDs Pedro C. Gago, Sima Padilla and Gus­ tavo P. Guerrero; Deck Engine Utility Bernard Albarran; En­ gine Utility Eladio Cruz, Jr; Chief Cook Jorge R. Salazar and Stew­ ard Assistant Trinidad Sanchez. Crew Praised by USCG Captain Dan Lemon, search and rescue coordinator for the Coast Guard office in Washington, D.C., said the effort by the Discovery's crew showed how well the rescueat-sea system works. "This showed good cooperation by those at sea to save somebody," he noted. Whether Involved in a rescue opera­ tion or regular dally routine, Chief Steward Jose R. Colls (left) and Chief Cook Jorge R. Salazar keep the crew well fed on the Discovery. Crewmembers gather on deck to begin rescue operations. From left to right are Third Mate Bernard Scott, Chief Mate Theodore Rodes, AB Manuel Sabater, AB Carlos Garcia and Bosun Jose Rodriguez. "The Coast Guard has relied on your folks for so many years," Martinez, who works in the Miami Coast Guard station, told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. "Very often merchant mariners are the only ones there to help. We want to thank you all because it is always a pleasure working with your guys." Help Sought in Missing Child Case The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children has for­ warded to the Seafarers LOG infor­ mation on the disappearance of Kacey Ann Perry. The center hopes that by distributing photos of the child, chances of her being found will increase. The 10-year-old girl girl was last seen at approximately 11 p.m. at her father's house in Portland, Ore. She disappeared from that location, considered as lost or otherwise missing. At the time of her disap­ pearance, Kacey was last seen wearing a bright pink blouse with black buttons, blue jeans, black ten­ nis shoes and black and pink socks. The blue-eyed, brown-haired child stood 41/2 feet tall and weighed 60 pounds. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of young Kacey Ann • f?" Kacey Ann Perry Perry should contact The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children at 1-800-843-5678 or the Portland, Ore. Police Department Missing Persons Unit at 1-503796-3400. \ • "f � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource January 1991 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES THE ‘BROTHERHOOD OF THE SEA’ HELPS STRANDED BRAZILIAN SEAMEN SHIPS KEEP UP SUPPLY LINE AS WAR ERUPTS D1 MEBA OFFICIALS SWEPT FROM OFFICE JOE DIGIORGIO DIES; WAS RECENTLY RETIRED CONCERN MOUNTS IN HOUSE AND SENATE OVER AT&T PLAN TO SWITCH SHIPS’ FLAG EASTERN AIR LINES IS OUT OF BUSINESS SIU KEEPS EYE ON WORLD TRADE TALKS MILITARY HAILS SIU CREW IN OPERATION STEEL BOX ORGULF SIU MEMBERS TO VOTE ON NEW THREE-YEAR PACT 60 DAY WAIVER OF RELIEF RULE INSTITUTED DUE TO GULF WAR D1 MEBA OFFICERS OUSTED SOVIET SEAMEN UP FOR GRABS MEBA, NMU MERGER RANKLES RANK-AND-FILE GREAT LAKES SHIPS LAY UP FOR THE WINTER FORMER PORT AGENT EDWARD T. RILEY DIES OMI COLUMBIA’S SEAFARERS CREW IS PRAISED CANDIDATES FOR MASTER RECALLS SIU TRAINING LUNDEBERG SCHOOL UPDATES ENTRY ENGINE COURSE WORK SEAFARERS COMPLETE DELICATE CARGO DELIVERY MISSION SIU DREDGE CREWS CLEAR LAKE CHANNELS ALICE ADRIFT A SOJOURN TO THE GULF OF OMAN CHILDREN OF SEAFARER TO TRY OUT FOR U.S. OLYMPIC KARATE TEAM MOBILE HALL HOSTS HOLIDAY PARTY FOR STRIKING AUTO WORKERS AB DANZEY PRAISES SHIPMATES ABOARD THE LIBERTY BELLE SIU STEWARDS DISPLAY CULINARY SKILLS CHIEF COOK’S PHOTOS RECEIVE PRAISE AT INT’L ART SHOW LOUISIANA WWII MARINERS CAN ORDER ‘U.S. VETERAN’ PLATES BONNER’S WAR GAME TRIANING PUT TO TEST IN PERSIAN GULF BONUS PAY DUE TO SEAFARERS ON READY RESERVE FORCE SHIPS SIU-CREWED S-L DISCOVERY ASSISSTS INI SAILBOAT RESCUE OPERATION HELP SOUGHT IN MISSING CHILD CASE Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 01/01/1991 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 53, No. 1 1991 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/a581d8920899c9b8d5f93b801ab0728d.PDF 79811d6442a2cff7d466354424da12a9 PDF Text Text Seafyrers Reflect on Desert Stonn Run • Vr '- • SEAXAMCEKS ['• 'I- 'Mt-'y 3• " February 1991 volume 53, Number 2 - --f. , . y.'.. 'Mr''-' y-.-; .;^v- • AT&T Signs 4-Ship Pad '3:cc c>o C'iC/5 rj-< iC-is: "• -H/>.4,C_ mod) a-i< Two New Vessels Join Cable Fle( L:- -.•r-'-- The new AT&T cable ship, the Global Link, will be crewed by members of the Seafarers International Union. :-«l .S.'y.i»5>«yy The AmeriGan flag will be flying on two new AT&T cable-laying ships in addition to those currently operated by the company— the Charles L. Brown and the Long Lines. All of the telecommunications company's vessels will be used to compete in the international fiber-optic .• submarine cable-layii business, A contract covering t hours, wages and workij ^ conditions for Seafar^ working aboard the t new vessels and, ^ extension, the two shi currently operating in 1 trades was signed by AT&T and the SID late last month. •. Page 3 A Euro Flag What Does It Mean? ,, , AV.tf• • SPAIN UNITED KINGDOM: As the 12 nations of the European Community hurtle toward a single unified market in 1992, indications are a single European shipping flag and policy will be instituted The possibility of a single European shipping entity wouldpose grave problemsfor the U.S. maritime industry. Page 7. INSIDE Foreign Seamen Balk 1990 Tax Information; U.S. Shipping Girds At Entering War Zone Tips on State Fiiings For Trade Pact Fight Mariners, many of whom are from na­ tions involved in the allied war effort, who are sailing aboard a number of foreign-flag vessels carrying military cargo to the Persian Gulf have jumped ship rather than sail into the area of conflict, indicate newspaper accounts from throughout the world. —- foge 4 With the April 15 tax-filing deadline looming in the near future, the Seafarers LOG presents in this issue a four-page supplement filled with tips for preparing tax fprms. Special attention has been paid to IRS rules for submitting exten­ sion requests and state tax-filing infor­ mation is provided. ^ - Spedol Suppjemeiit The SlU and other U.S.-flag shipping interests will be monitoring the upcoming bilateral trade negotiations between the governments of the United States and Mexico to ensure that the pact does not include marine transport services. The trade talks are scheduled to take place this spring. Poge2 ''-T. • • ;'t- .Ol.'' ^ ^.n- • • , -'A- i .- .1 �l^al' •.^-•V-'^' '•.• v./'v mtutm LOG r": V •vf,. J - >- •-:.••"• j •:"• ' "'-''u •'. • .-i • •'• '• President's Report Another Potential Battle Looms For U.S. Shipping in Mexioan Talks '.', ' ' . In Pursuit of Workers'Welfare •'" ">•' \AM: &'• -'• '•> • '-•; '• W&IM • -<'•;( • • Scholarship Note 0'f-l I would like to urgently remind all Seafarers and their dependents who might be eligible to apply for the scholarships available to SIU members and their children. Since the Seafarers Scholarship Program was insti­ tuted in 1952, 184 SIU members and their children have been awarded fi­ nancial stipends to pursue higher education. April 15 is the deadline for applying for this year's scholarship awards that will go to two Seafarers and four children of SIU members. Details are available at all Seafarers union halls, or by writing to the SIU Scholar­ ship Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. •ii". ••.' '-••J.'.' . 1,1- ,••-'{ ^ . ^ .• - Jr-:-.Vv:--:- Volume 53, Number 2 •>•• • ''i' ¥1 K':- S ,:•'./• • Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith; Associate Editors, Daniel Duncan, Max Hall and Tim Liszewski; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene, Art Director, Bill Brower. •-• .'• The SIU will be monitoring the up­ coming bilateral trade negotiations with Mexico to ensure that U.S. ship­ ping interests are not forsaken in |he American government's desire to nail down a trade treaty with the neighbor­ ing country. The administration currently is seeking authority from Congress to engage in bilateral trade talks with Mexico, a parallel process to the nego­ tiations that took place five years ago when the U.S. government entered into a pact with Canada. Industry Protected During the U.S./Canada Free Trade Agreement talks, the SIU vigorously worked with congressional allies to have maritimeomitted from the treaty. Excluding shipping from the pact as­ sured the industry that existing and future government protections of U.S. shipping and maritime promotional programs would remain intapt and could be expanded. A trade agreement with Mexico that includes a maritime section has the potential for wreaking havoc on the U.S. shipping sector. In particular danger of being wiped out in any U.S./Mexico trade talks is the Jones Act, which ensures that domestic water routes will be reserved to U.S.flag vessels operated by Americanowned companies and crewed by American mariners. Given the prox­ imity of Mexico and the deplorable economic conditions its citizens face, any opening in U.S. cabotage laws would, be seen as a big source of po­ tential jobs for Mexican workers. Discussions between the United States and Mexico are scheduled to begin soon. Protecting the jobs of American seamen and defending the U.S. shipping industry during the talks will be a number one priority for the SIU in 1991. GATT World Trade Talks Bogged Down; Water Transport Appears Safe for How Chances of reviving the current round of the world's General Agree­ ment on Trade and Tariffs (GATT) appear to be getting slimmer as a March 1 deadline imposed by the U.S. Congress gets closer. The SIU has been monitoring the talks to make sure that maritime is not included in a final settlement. The Jones Act, which limits domestic com­ merce to vessels built in the U.S. oper­ ating under a U.S. flag and crewed by American seamen, would be in jeop­ ardy if maritime is included. A major­ ity of the Senate and more than 150 House members in the last Congress urged the U.S. Trade Representative to exclude maritime from the trade talks. The trade talks,, which began in 1986 and collapsed in December 1990, were called to amend the GATT process and to expand it to include services and agriculture. Such items as agriculture, telecommunications, fi­ nancial services and transportation were to be included in the proposed pact. Previous agreements only cov­ ered manufactured goods. The talks reached an impasse when an agreement on agricultural subsidies could not be reached among several European nations, Japan and South Korea. More than 100 nations had been involved in the negotiations. Should no agreement be reached by March 1, congressmen and senators have said they will not support an ex­ tension of the fast-track process to ap­ prove GATT. This procedure would limit the legislators to only a yes or no vote on the final pact. Without it, amendments could be debated and added, thus slowing down or killing the whole agreement. ATTENTION SEAFARERS A Seafarer or his or her dependents interested in pursuing higher educational opportunities should apply for an SIU scholarship. Applications are due April 15. Pick up an information kit and an application form at any SIU hall, or see page 16 of this issue of the LOG. February 1991 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047>) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSC Prince Georges, MD 20790-9998 and at additional mailing of­ fices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafar­ ers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. !r. 5--,>•• 'i When the Executive Board of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Depart­ ment holds its two-day meeting this month, representatives of the affili­ ated unions will face an agenda loaded with a wide range of issues critical to America's working men and women and their families. As the membership is aware, the MTD is an APT.-CIO department in which there are 43 national and international union affiliates working to­ gether to promote the interests of their members, many of whom are employed in the maritime industry and re­ lated sectors. The MTD, in addition to maintaining an active operation in the nation's capital, also operates a network of local port councils which provide and coor­ dinate support in behalf of member unions who request assistance. It is anticipated that decisions will be made and acMichael tions planned at the MTD meeting this month that will Sacco attempt to deal positively with many of the matters fac­ ing working Americans and their families. Some will call for legislative action, some will require attention by the executive branch of government, others will have to be dealt with through the col­ lective bargaining process. One thing is gertain: there is no shortage of challenges facing this na­ tion, and, thus, the union movement. The greatest one, of course, is the di­ abolical conduct of one man who has threatened the world with violence and instability—Hussein of Iraq. Fortunately, history is not repeating it­ self. Unlike the situation in the 1930s, when the world was intimidated into appeasement of that other madman, Adolf Hitler, today, the commu­ nity of nations, led by the United States, has acted promptly to effec­ tively halt Hussein in his tracks. Courageous Military Personnel But as the fighting goes on in the Persian Gulf and the military men and women at the front are performing with such great skill and courage, the home front features an array of problems, any one of which by itself would be a handful in normal times. Just look them over: • The so-called S&L crisis, for which the American people must ante up billions of dollars to make up for the bank failures that have been breaking out across the land. • The almost uncontrollable mounting costs of health care that have threatened the ability of many plans and insurance companies to continue to pay out hospital and medical costs for their constituents. • The continuing export of American jobs and the consequent loss of available trained, skilled manpower. • The continuing and expanding trade and balance of payment defi­ cits that are draining the nation's resources, endangering its posi­ tion as the leading force in the world, and causing increasing unemployment of skilled workers. • The problems of the disintegrating cities, poor quality education, the drug and AIDS crises and more. No one feels the brunt of these pressing problems like the working men and women of this country. And no one will speak out in their be­ half like the trade union movement. That is why the positions and programs that are adopted by the Mari­ time Trades Department Executive Board and those of the AIT.-CIO Ex­ ecutive Council which will follow, are so import^t to the welfare of the worker. Emphasis Is on Service As part of the union's continuous program to provide the highest quality of service to its membership, SIU Secretary-Treasurer John Fay (standing, second from left) and Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco (standing, third from left) are conducting regional meetings with SIU officials. Pictured above are the participants of the Atlantic Coast regional meeting. From left are: (seated) Assistant Vice President Dave Heindel, New York Port Agent Kermett Mangram, Norfolk Port Agent Mike Paladino, Baltimore Port Agent Nick Kratsas; (standing) Santurce Port Agent Angel Hernandez, Fay, Sacco, Vice President Atlantic Coast Jack Caffey, Assistant Vice President George Ripoll, New Bedford Port Agent Henri Francois and Representative Carl Peth. �J; m FEBRUARY 1991 New Ships to Operate Under the U.S. Flag {•''- j; AT&T, SlU Ink 5-Year Labor Pact M The American flag will be flying on the Global Link and the Global Sentinel, AT&T's new cablelaying ships, and the vessels will be manned by American crewmembers. The decision to keep the AT&T fleet operating under The cable ship Long Lines at its dock in Baltimore. The vessel is one of four AT&T ships that are or will be engaged in the submarine cable-laying trades. Seafarers man both the Long Lines arid the Charles L. Brown and will crew the company's new ships, the Global Link and the Global Sentinel, soon. Maritmw Pm^ams Suffer tn 19SZ Fedend fidget From the standpoint of a Sea­ farer and his or her family, the federal government's staggering $1.45 trillion budget for the up­ coming fiscal year offers little in the way of support for U.S. ship­ ping. In the fiscal year 1992 budget submitted by President George Bush to Congress earlier this month, maritime programs and agencies took a back seat to the nation's infrastructure. The Department of Transpor­ tation budget included funding in­ creases for roadway, bridge and railway construction and mainte­ nance as well as airline safety personnel while most maritime agencies barely kept pace with inflation and other cost factors. The Maritime Administration suffered a loss of $3 million to $555 million in the budget which would be implemented October 1 if it is approved by Congress. The MarAd budget included $225 million for the Ready Reserve Force. Of that amount, $117 mil­ lion will be used to provide main­ tenance for the 96 vessels already in the fleet with the remainder being used to help increase the force to 142 ships by 1994. The Coast Guard was the only maritime agency to receive a sig­ nificant budget increase. The $284 mijlion hike to $3.6 billion was earmarked to pay for an additional 1,252 people who will help enforce the 1990 Oil Pollution Act. Both branches of Congress will hold hearings on the proposed budget and may make changes in the amount of money to be spent. The House of Representatives and Senate must pass a final budget resolution which the president has to sign before the start of Fy 1992 in October. NMU Rank-and-File Wonder Who's in Charge of Union In the absence of any clear pres­ entation of a status of the orga­ nization following the routing of all the top officials in the licensed division of District I Marine En­ gineers Beneficial Association/ National Maritime Union, seamen aboard NMU-manned vessels-have been subjected to a rumor mill creating confusion. NMU members are asking themselves and each other who really is in charge of their union. Waterfront observers report that the unlicensed seamen of the socalled merged union are getting very little assistance in answering this question from officials be­ cause the lines of communication seem to be frayed. Adding to the confusion is the sudden retirement announcement of District 1 Executive Vice Pres­ ident Shannon Wall, who served as president of the NMU prior to what some observers have char­ acterized as the takeover ofThe union by the licensed officers. Press accounts indicate Wall had been asked to give up the post in order to run a newly-formed organiza­ tion representing foreign seamen. In waterfront spots frequented by American seamen, discussions among NMU members continued to center on the nature of the merger agreement with MEBA and the manner in which it doomed unlicensed seamen to a form of "second class citizenship" within the organization. At one such location a heated discussion revealed anger over the fact that "nobody is considering us." It is no secret among these NMU seamen that they feel their interests were subordinated to those of a handful of officers who reportedly were motivated by a desire to acquire substantial sev­ erance pay arrangements, accord­ ing to waterfront observers. the American banner was reported late last month in conjunction with an announcement that a collective bargaining agreement had been reached between the giant tele­ communications company and the Seafarers International Union. The five-year labor pact covers hours, wages and working condi­ tions of unlicensed seamen sailing on the two new ships and, by extension, the Charles L. Brown arid the Long Lines, the two American Telephone & Telegraph Company (AT&T) vessels already operating in the cable-laying trades. Although AT&T's subsidiary. Transoceanic Cable Ship Com­ pany, with which the SIU has had an exemplary labor/management relationship for more than 30 years, had negotiated with the union last summer on manning levels for the two new ships, this fall rumors began to surface that the enter­ prise was considering abandoning the U.S. flag to operate the Global Link and Global Sentinel under a foreign registry. Globally Competitive In announcing the decision to maintain the AT&T fleet under the American flag, AT&T Submarine Systems President William Carter explained why the company had looked into the foreign flag option. "In recent years it has become apparent that AT&T had to inves­ tigate all options to keep its sub­ marine systems business globally competitive. Hence, with the con­ struction in Singapore of two new AT&T ships, we examined care­ fully any competitive advantage that could be gained through for­ eign flagging," Carter said. "We concluded from our over­ all evaluation to continue staffing our ships with the U.S. maritime unions that have served us to date and we have secured their com­ mitment to continue to pursue ways to insure AT&T's competitive success," said the AT&T official. SIU President Michael Sacco said he was "extremely pleased" with the new agreement and AT&T's decision to retain the U.S. flag on all of its cable-laying ships. He said, "We applaud AT&T for a decision which signals a com­ mitment to keeping a U.S.-flag capability on the high seas, an action we regard as of enormous importance to the nation and to the American people, as well as to the seamen who are employed aboard the company's ships." Support for U.S. Flag AT&T's interest in a foreignflag option drew wide-spread conContinued on page 9 Deliveiy of Goods Continues Despite Outbreak of Guff War As of February 4, the U.S. gov­ ernment had sent 5 billion pounds of dry cargo and 8.6 billion pounds of fuel by ship, many of them erewed by Seafarers, to the allied armed forces stationed in the Per­ sian Gulf. Converted into short tons, the logistical supply line has transferred 2.5 million short tons See page 5 for reports from Sea­ farers on the gulf run. of dry cargo and 4.3 million short tons of fuel to the gulf since the United States began its military deployment last August. "The outbreak of hostilities has not significantly altered the smooth delivery operation of military ma­ terial to the gulf; an effort coor­ dinated under the auspices of the Military Sealift Command (MSC). To date, the MSC's sealift pro­ gram in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm has involved 232 ships. Of these ves­ sels, the majority have been U.S.flag ships, including the eight fast sealift ships, the 21 prepositioning vessels, six ships on long-term charter to the agency, 27 of 40 tankers, 20 of 99 charters, two marine aviation support vessels, two hospital ships and 54 vessels in operational status from the gov­ ernment's Ready Reserve Force. SIU members are manning many of these vessels. In addition, SIU crews are aboard liner ships that are delivering containerized cargo to the gulf. Seafarers in the SIU's Govern­ ment Services Division are also serving in Operation Desert Storm. The union's Government Services Division, formerly known as the Military Sealift Transport Union (MSTU), crew vessels in the MSC Pacific fleet. NOTICE TO FAMILIES OF MERCHANT SEAMEN The Military Sealift Command (MSC), the Department of Defense agency responsible for coordinat­ ing the delivery of supplies by ships to the Persian Gulf-stationed Armed Forces, has instituted a telephone center for families of merchant sea­ men who are seeking information on their kin. The MSC special telephone number is (202) 433-0332. III Hr -1 • '• - •- V- •? • •, t\: 1 -M J:, f " I:" Vi •L';" N' *• �SEAFARERS LOG Foreign Crews Balk at Persian Gulf Run I^ As the progression of the Persian Gulf war unfoldss, an aspect of. history is repeating itself. According to press reports, on several occasions, foreign seamen have refused to sail on ships assigned to carry American military cargo to the area of conflict. Moreover, one article says foreign crewmembers have unloaded military cargo destined for Saudi Arabia at ports outside of the Persian Gulf, thereby delaying the delivery of supplies. The dependability of foreign mariners charged with the responsibility of getting vital military materiel to an area of hostilities has long been questioned by proponents of a strong American-flag merchant fleet. The proponents also have noted that a viable U.S.-flag fleet with sufficient American seamen to crew the ships is an integral component of any national defense strategy. T'- •' '- • '- SIU President Michael Sacco, appearing before the Senate Merchant Marine Subcommittee during hearings on America's sealift capability held in July of 1989, said the accelerated decline of the American-flag , fleet was creating a "worsening shortage of skilled manpower to build, repair and operate merchant vessels." "When our boys overseas look for the equipment they need to defend their lives and freedom, it will be too late to put out 'help wanted' notices," Sacco warned during those hearings. Seamen from Allied Nations According to the press accounts, seamen from many nations have been involved in the incidents of foreign mariners balking at a Persian Gulf run — including individuals from countries that are part of the allied effort. Seamen from Germany, Japan, India, Spain and Bang­ ladesh are among those who have left their gulf- assigned ships. 'i"%p '. ••''• Vi -''V Two incidents, as reported in the press, occurred before the outbreak of hostilities. But since the war broke out in January, there have been more articles outlining the actions of skittish foreign seamen. What follows are excerpts from accounts reported in the press on foreign seamen refusing to sail on ships bound for the gulf: Reuters; August 31, 1990; Japanese Ship Owners, Union, Leery of Gulf Transport Callup M§W: "Japanese shipowners are taking their time sighing up after a transport recruiting drive launched by their government as part of a Persian Gulf aid package, industry sources said Friday. . . Industry leaders have said they would cooperate on condition that their craft be used only for non-military purposes." "There are two main problems, industry sources said. The first is that the government wants participants to include increasingly scarce Japanese-registered ships. The second is that the All Japanese Sea­ men's Union, the industry's umbrella labor body, has shown its reluctance to allow its members to be exposed to risk by urging Parliament to clarify the goals of the mission." One Japanese shipping official is quoted in the article as saying, "We understand this plan is vital to diplomacy, but the timing is bad. The shipping market has recovered and ship availability is tight." \ •/ - ^ ^ Lloyd's List; October 10,1990; Iraq-Kuwait Dispute ' "y; Noted as a UPl report from Hamburg on October 8, the piece stated that most of the crewmembers on the Western Gallantry "which is due to deliver aviation fuel in the gulf had to be replaced because they "refused to remain onboard the vessel." .... -'Sr;. A person identified as "a union spokesman" said 13 of the 15 crew had "asked to be taken off the vessel because they considered it too dangerous to sail into the gulf. He said the company originally turned down the request by the German and Spanish crew but eventually gave in because of a clause in the crew's contracts which allows for refusal to carry out high-risk duties. The fuel was loaded in Texas." The Journal of Commerce; January 22, 1991; APL-Hired Ship's Crew Refuses Gulf Orders .•• 5--•.'V.'V.?. -i- jrf • •'•-'VAy-^-.if, ''. "The crew of a foreign-flag feeder vessel chartered by American President Lines Ltd. refused to enter the Persian Gulf las week, prompting the carrier to send in one of its U.S.-flag vessels instead, the Journal of Commerce learned." The Eagle Nova, a feedership that can carry 400 20-foot containers, is registered in Cyprus. "The officers and crew of the vessel refused to enter the gulf because of the threat of war in the region, according to labor and industry sources." "The President Buchanan, a U.S.-flag APL liner ship, was ordered to deliver the needed supplies to Dammam, not one of its regularly scheduled calls. The American crew was issued gas masks and told to watch for 19 mines believed to be adrift in the area, according to a ship telex." Sea-Land Experiences Problems With Crews of Foreign-Flag Ships ^—== I la the Gi ^ I r<>nfiiCnm'FmnSb»l BuHArwjiy J j MM WBBdll I Fwefgn Merchant Crew Balks at Gulf |^wiggg!g,""kJ •:' •*-' • Ezrg2E3 aflPANESE SHIP OWNERS, UNION, LEERY OF GULF TRANSPORT CALLUP ,_r.- £ ir- . • FORBaN VESSEL'S REFUSAL TO ENTER OULF SHOWSNEED FOR STBONOMERCHANT MARIN^ III 1 • «^ •j —iriil.or'KrtI:si}m maMi •i'Mmsm Headlines from press accounts of skittish foreign seamen are compiled above. The Journal of Commerce; January 24, 1991; Indian Air, Ship Crews Refuse Duty in the Gulf "The government is facing a mutiny of sorts, with crews of Shipping Corp. of India and pilots of Air India, both state owned, refusing to take ships and aircraft to the Persian Gulf war region." The government ordered the Shipping Corp of India "to resume loading oil from Iran." The crews refused to go to the area. "Transport Minister Manubhai Kotadia appealed Wednesday to crews and officers of the shipping line to 'rise to the occasion and bring much-needed crude oil to the country. The bulk of India's oil is transported by the carrier and comes from the Middle East." Wall Street Journal; January 30, 1991; Foreign Crews' Fears Slow Some U.S. Gulf Shipments "Some foreign crews of ships carrying U.S. military cargo are refusing to sail into the Persian Gulf, causing shippers to turn increasingly to vessels manned by U.S. citizens." "So far, industry executives count a half-dozen examples of delays to U.S. military cargo in the past two weeks caused by foreign crews' unwillingness to sail to northern Persian Gulf ports." The article references the Eagle Nova case and quotes George Hayashi, president of American President's shipping subsidiary. Hayashi explained that the German master of the Eagle Nova "didn't want to endanger the lives of the crew and be an object of the shooting." "Lykes Bros. Steamship Co., New Orleans, said foreign crews on several occasions have unloaded U.S. military cargo bound for Saudi Arabia at ports outside the Persian Gulf, delaying the shipments by a couple of days." 4 j/ Daily Shipping News; February 1, 1991; Freighter Crew Refuses MSC Gulf Area Trip Datelined London and taken off the KRFITNT wire, the paper reported that 30 crewmembers of the Banglar Mamata, a Bangladesh freighter, "jumped ship at San Francisco to avoid sailing to the Persian Gulf, according to Lloyd's Intelligence." MSC chartered the 15,877 dwt vessel to take supplies to the Persian Gulf. The article reported that the vessel was laying idle until a replacement crew could be found. 4 4 The Journal of Commerce; February 1, 1991; Sea-Land Experiences Problems wUh Crews of Foreign-Flag Ships A Sea-Land official confirmed the dompany "has encountered problems in getting foreign nationals to crew cargo ships entering the Persian Gulf war zone." Sea-Land Service Inc., Edison, N.J., experienced an incident in January when the crew of a foreign-flag ship carrying military cargo balked at entering the gulf just as hostilities became imminent." Outside sources said one problem encountered by Sea-Land in­ volved Japanese officers aboard a containership that normally travels from Europe to the Persian Gulf and Asia. This service, operated by Sea-Land in conjunction with Swiss shipping company Norasia Ltd., uses no U.S.-flag vessels." According to reliable sources, the Japanese officers aboard one vessel refused to take the ship into the gulf acting under a directive from the All Japan Seamens Union , a labor group that has also instructed Japanese tanker officers to avoid the gulf." •m �FEBklUm J99I With Seafarers on the Persian Gulf Run SlU Crew Is Somber but Determined SIU crewmembers aboard the USNS Regulus who were in the Persian Gulf when war broke out last month met the situation calmly by drawing upon previous wartime experiences, shipboard skills ac­ quired through extensive training and years of sailing, and a sense of duty to their country and its armed forces. The USNS Regulus is one of the military's eight fast sealift ships, former Sea-Land containerships that were purchased and converted to a state of military usefulness by the U.S. Department of Defense between 1984 and 1986. The SlU-crewed ships can at­ tain speeds of up to 33 knots at full load and together are capable of transporting a full Army mecha­ nized division. During Operation Desert Shield and Operation Des­ ert Storm, the ships have carried Army tanks, artillery and other heavy equipment to the Middle East. One of those ships, the USNS Regulus, just returned to Jackson­ ville, Fla. after being docked in the Persian Gulf hours after the war with Iraq began. 'Did the Job' Bosun George Wilson was one of several Vietnam veterans serv­ ing aboard the Bay Tankers civilian-crewed cargo ship. "When we heard the news that the war was on, we noticed the radar screen looked like a beehive with all that activity. I guess they carried a sting with them." The 47-year-old, who had sailed with the SIU's Government Ser­ vices Division before joining the SIU's Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District three years ago, said there was no fear or real concern among the USNS Regulus crew. "We knew we had a job to do and we did it. There is a lot of common sense and knowledge if--; I among these guys. Everything on here since the beginning of the op­ eration [in August] has gone with­ out a hitch." Wilson was aboard several ves­ sels that were either hit by missiles or collided with other vessels in the waters around Vietnam. Although the Regulus was in port for two missile attack wamings, he said he was never afraid that the ship would be hit. However, he donned his gas mask and equipment like the other members onboard. Junior Engineer Donald Davis coined the ship's motto, "Piece of cake." To Davis, a former Marine who served three tours in Vietnam, the whole trip to the Middle East and back was "another day in a war zone." Davis started sailing in 1971, but had come ashore for nine years until the call from Operation Des­ ert Shield became too great. "This was the straw that broke the camel's back. I had missed the sea, but I came ashore for my wife." Wife Supports Volunteering Once the buiIdup began, Davis' wife, Jeanette, agreed that he should do something to help. She had served in Vietnam as an Army clerk. "My wife is all for this. She understands and I'm happy to be back out here." Many of the crewmembers did not have to wait for Armed Ser­ vices Radio to tell them the war was on as they approached the Saudi shore. Captain Mark Sliwoski noted the gulf was "deathly quiet" as the Regulus entered. "Usually there is a lot of gibberish on the radios. That night, there was nothing and there were no fishing boats out." AB Bud Roper remembered the time was around 3 a.m. on Jan­ uary 17 [Saudi time] when he and others, saw 70 to 80 bombers fly •• OMU Dan Wagner fleft), who sails out of Philadelphia, and Wiper Angel Rivera place cooling tubes into the evaporator. •-• i--> overhead. "We knew something was on. The events of that evening made him remember when he sailed dur­ ing the Vietnam conflict. "We used to sit in DaNang harbor loaded with ammo while the enemy was lobbing mortars over us onto the airfield." OMU Dan Wagner recalled the crew was ready for the fighting to begin. Noting the air strikes, he •rfT.. 'J-' lu V f•> Junior Engineer Donald Davis checks the control boards in the engineroom. m #1 • Checking out the lines on the deck of the USNS Regulus are, from the left, ABs Robert Delaware, Darrell Rivera and Bud Roper. said, "We saw that first wave and knew this was no play day—this was for real. When they came back, we were glad for them." Wagner said the Regulus crew knows it has to continue to deliver the goods for the armed forces in Operation Desert Storm. "We're their supply line. We keep them going." Help Country AB Darrell Rivers of Hawaii admitted he was nervous about sailing into a war zone but over­ came the anxiety because he wanted to help his country's cause. "This is the closest I, as a civilian, can come to being involved. I didn't just want to say I support the troops; I wanted to show it." "Neat!" was the reaction of OS Scott Kreger, when asked about his first voyage as a merchant sea­ man. Kreger's run on the USNS Regulus was his first as a mariner having just graduated from the Lundeberg School. "I was glad to be over there doing my part of the job. When I went to Piney Point, none of this was going on. Then all this. I got psyched up for it." Kreger received the praise of Bosun Wilson for his work on his first-ever voyage. "He probably doesn't know just how much he has leamed since coming aboard," Wilson said. "He was really deter­ mined to come on here and work and leam." One of the crewmembers who gave up time ashore to help during the military buildup and now dur­ ing the war effort was Chief Stew­ ard George Quinn. The 31-year veteran SIU member decided to hold off attending the winter stew­ ard recertification class, to which he had been admitted, to stay aboard the Regulus. "I figured staying on and shipping during this time would be more beneficial to my country and union than attend­ ing the class." Quinn's daughter won an SIU scholarship last year and she is now attending Tulane University. "For all the years that I have been going to sea, that was icing on the cake when that daughter of mine became a scholarship winner." Like other crewmembers, Quinn said he felt no fear entering the gulf waters. The Vietnam draftee said, "Being around Viet­ nam tends to make you more com­ fortable entering this situation." Perhaps the most unique ap­ proach to dealing with arriving in a war zone the day the shooting started came from AB Robert Del­ aware: "When my grandchildren come to me and say they studied Desert Storm in school, I'll be able to put them on my knees and tell them I was there when it began," Ik i\ Steward Assistant Tim Robinson, who sails out of Jacksonville, stacks the newly delivered stores. .'••5 , •• ••:'•>•'•'yifr. 'mSm This was the first voyage as a merchant seaman for OS Scott Kreger, who uses the hoist to deliver stores to the galley area. At right, supervising the operation, is Bosun George Wilson, who previously sailed with the SIU's government division. Chief Steward George Quinn, a Viet­ nam vet, reflects on the present situa­ tion in the Persian Gulf. ;:.;Y 'V. •- / iiiiiMi • jc- .• , �mmm •,S?' ,,;j SaFAReKS LOG ;;': . „• •/•^ When it docked January 4, the Charles E. Wilson once again was one of the last Great Lakes fteighters to lay up for the winter. Bosun Mike LaFoille told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG that this had been another good year for the SIU crew onboard. "We really have a great bunch of guys on here," he said. "They make sure we are able to keep running through whatever weather." The Wilson has a tradition of being one of the last ships to seek shelter in winter, according to Algonac Patrolman Andy Goulet. Having sailed aboard the American Steamship Company vessel several times, Goulet relayed one experience involving the ship following an icebreaker in a winter convoy. Part of Winter Convoy ;X'..Vl-,;". ; fs;.' vj":. • ;;•- li"' i-i - I":, ;e ;,: "Being one of the last to lay up, we were still sailing when the St. Mary's River (between Lakes Superior and Huron) was switched to one-way traf­ fic," he recalled. "We got stuck for a couple of days. Bosun Mike La Follle (left) and AB Bob Hedine talk with Duluth Port RepreThen we followed the Buffalo in theconvoy. The path sentative Delores Cheslak before a ship's union meeting, was just wide enough for us to follow and thick enough that there was no way to get out of the path." Despite the bad conditions, the Wilson still made one more trip that winter before tying up, he added. The Wilson usually carries iron ore from Mar­ quette (on Michigan's upper peninsula's Lake Supe­ rior shore) to Trenton (south of Detroit near Lake Erie) or Ashtabula, Ohio (on Lake Erie between Cleveland and Erie, Pa.). The vessel sometimes car__ ___ 'V' ..'V^--' : '• • f''.v 1; V / . /' • ^ ii'T ;.v',"Vi jT?: •r: .:,K-v:§Lis;«4S^;®;, ries coal from Toledo Ohio (on Lake Erie 's western AB Watchman Ron Bochek listens to border) or Superior, Wis. (on Lake Superior s west- adiscussion during a meeting aboard em shore) to Marquette. the Wilson. : AB Watchman Lowell Amundsen joins in at the union meeting held aboard the Charles E. Wilson. Watchman Mike Keoqh lis­ tens (0 a union discussion. Taking care of the pots and pans is the dominion of Porter Roger Flaherty. •. Second Cook Marianne Audette and Steward Jim Budnick prepare the salad bar for the Wilson's crew. \- 'r •' Bosun Bill Mulcahy (left) and Deckhand Michael Wikaryasz are pictured in front of the Christmas tree they decorated aboard the MV St. Clair. Both members told the Seafarers LOG the galley gang prepared excellent holiday meals for the crew of the American Steamship Company vessel. SIU Members Escort USS Lexington i' 1«"i.. • r ' • • • J--V ^,- When the USS Lexington gets orders to set sail or retum to port, SIU members for Admiral Towing also get a call to duty. Six tugboats and their crews are assigned the responsibility of escorting the Lex­ ington into and out of her anchor­ age at the Pehsacola (Fla.) Naval Air Station. The Lexington serves as a training vessel for Navy pilots learning how to fly off and land on aircraft carriers. 30-minute Standby The SIU members who sail aboard Admiral tugs have to be ready for action at any time, ac­ cording to Mobile (Ala.) Port Agent Dave Carter. 'They are on 30-minute standby, 24 hours a day," he said. When they are not escorting the Lexington through the harbor, the crewmembers keep their boats up and ready to go. The tugs also are used to help dock other vessels at the base. Former Navy Personnel Carter noted most of the SIU members who sail for Admiral are retired Navy personnel. "They are familiar with the procedures within a Navy base and can adapt to fast call-ups. They all live in the Pensacola area because of the nature of their jobs." Admiral Towing is a subsidiary of Great Lakes Towing, an SIUcohtracted company. •iV^..:y;" mimn -ri ': • #;/- i" •.•• Some of the SIU members who escort the Lexington in harbor are (left to right, front row) W.T. Taylor, Pete Popour, Charlie Lester, (middlerow) Joe Mahan, Joe Brown, (back row) John Roberts, E.J. Hargrove and Mike Stawn. • , • " • i .-ii'ifE-i Mobile Port Agent Dave Carter meets with SIU crewmembers for Admiral tugs. From the left are (front row). Carter, Jim Kuzma, John Roberts (middle row) W.T. Taylor, Joe Brown, (back row) Mike Stawn and Charlie Lester. �• • •, • • : •" ';,::;',Y;-' Y:" J,-:"' Continent-Wide Cabotage, Singie Register Among Hems that May Be Adopted The European Community (EC) is vigorously pursuing plans to bolster the shipping fleets of its 12 member nations^—Belgium, Luxembourg, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain and the United Kingdom. The discussion on shipping dovetails with the EC's intent to have in place a single European-wide market by the end of 1992. Noting the decline in the EC nations' mer­ chant fleets, the European Commission launched a series of proposals in 1989 that have stimulated debate on the needs of the EC shipping com­ munity among shipowners, seamen and their unions and government offlcials. Central to the various suggestions of the European Commission, the executive body charged with initiating and implementing EC policy, is the creation of a single, parallel ship registry—known as EUROS—and the opening up of national coastal trade routes which have been plied exclusively by the vessels of the sarhe country to the fleets of other EC nations. Like the U-S.-flag fleet, the shipping lines based in EC member nations have been expe­ riencing a sharp decline in numbers of vessels and tonnage, with many owners transferring ships to flag of convenience registers or to socalled second registers. (The offshore registers, or second registers, are instituted by developed nations with strong maritime traditions but offer the same kind of goodies peddled by runawayflag operations.) A Lloyd's of London study found the EC in 1989 had only 50 percent of the gro^s tonnage it had in 1980 and 73 percent of the total number of ships. Concern has been expressed through­ out the EC over the plummeting percentage of exports and imports of member nations carried on their own flag vessels. In 1987, Eurostat's publication on transport and communication statistics indicated that German-flag vessels were carrying only 15.4 percent of German trade in 1987. In the same year UK-flag ships carried 21.7 percent of British trade and Italian-flag ships carried 14.9 percent of their commerce. America's Perspective The irony from the American shipping com­ munity's point of view is that the perceived hemorrhaging of the European fleet is a far cry from the substantial losses in vessels operating under the U.S. flag. American-flag carriers in 1987 transported only 3.9 percent of American exports and imports, compared toa 15.2 percent average of transporting their own country's trade by EC nations' fleets. Further, EC countries-with size, wealth and wages comparable to the U.S.—utilize EC vessels for carriage of nearly 40 percent of their world trade. Maritime Administration data indicates that in 1988 the EC nations had a combined total of 3,519 privately-owned ships of 1,000 gross tons or more, while the United States had 444. (Parenthetically, it should be noted that in 1990 the U.S.-flag fleet had 379 active vessels of over 1,000 gross tons.) Proposals Before the EC When the European Commission presented its proposal to the EC's main decision-making body, the Council of Ministers, in August 1989, it noted "only a combination of concerted measures, taken at Community and national levels with the necessary participation and co­ operation of shipowners and seafarers, could have the required positive impact oh the oper­ ation conditions of Community shipping." The Commission's communication, entitled "A future for the Community shipping industry: measures to improve Community shipping," contained four specific proposals. It called for the establishment of an EC ship register that "could contribute to the achievement of the single market in the Community. . . ." The EUROS operation, the Commission proposed, would be a parallel register to existing EC registers and not a substitute. The Commission also recommended a Series of proposals designed to improve the effective­ ness of port state control in. enforcing the application of safety and health and environ­ mental standards by vessels entering EC waters. The third item put forth in the 1989 Commission document attempted to develop a common def­ inition of a Community shipowner. The fourth plan raised by the Commission sought to liberalize cabotage restrictions prac­ ticed by some member nations. The Commission proposed opening up intra-country marine coastal trade routes that previously had been the domain of national-flag vessels to all EC-flag ships. Standing of Debate In December, the EC's transport ministers announced that headway had been made on adopting a Community cabotage policy. A Brit­ ish transport official indicated the agreement reached calls for a two-step approach to the implementation of EC-wide coastal trades. The first phase will open marine routes along the coastal mainland to all ships from EC nations by the end of 1993. Offshore islands are ex­ empted from this provision. For instance, any EC vessel could carry cargo from France to THE EC AND U.S. FLEETS, 1988 Ocean-going Steam & Motor Ships of 1,0W) GT and Over ^(Number;of:Ships). : ' tfountry Total Belgium Denmark France y I F.R. Germany Greece Ireland Italy Netherlands J Portugal Spain Y United Kingdom 63 211 185 376 1,030 32 525 385 50 389 273 92 300 293 27 206 306 23 236 117 Tqtel^ 3,519 1,765 790 444 192 26 United States Freighters 23 Source: Maritime Adininlshaaon.. Repartment of Transportation: Bulk n Tankers 24 . 10 ••y,-.2ll: 1 15 -S 498 '•..bm::: 0 , 83 . .. 15 .•Y 11 63 50 15 56 66 55 , 207 5 225 .. 'f 60 15 .yy 90 • 92 ,' 886^y;;yi 221 The EC is moving toward a continental cabotage policy that will allow the fleets from all member nations access to intra-country marine transport routes. Greece, but would not be eligible to transport goods from the mainland of Greece to any of the Greek islands. The second stage, which would open up all routes in EC waters to EC ships, was not given a date for implementation. Other aspects of the cabotage proposal remain to be ironed out at the Commission level. There is a question as to whether the plan should include a floor of 300 tons or 500 tons. There also is a move by France to develop a procedure for granting exemptions based on strategic and national defense con­ cerns. While no agreement was reached by the transport ministers on a EUROS register, the transport ministers also agreed to the principle of facilitating the transfer of vessels from one EC nation to another and called for the plan to be instituted by January 1992. To prevent run­ down and unsafe ships from being transferred, a country can conduct inspections and refuse to issue a certificate if a vessel poses a serious danger to safety or the environment. Last October, the European Parliament (EP), a body with primarily consultative powers, debated an amended version of the Commis­ sion's four-point proposal released in 1989. The EP's Transport and Tourism committee, prior to reporting to the full parliament on the Com­ mission's shipping plan, considered more than 160 resolutions—an indication of the depth of debate within the Community on the future of its maritime industry. The EP's document calls for a EUROS reg­ ister that provides significant tax breaks to EC shipowners and seafarers and in some cases direct subsidies. The tax plan calls for a lump­ sum payment based on a combination of gross tonnage and the age of the ship. Under the EP proposal, officers on EUROS vessels would be EC nationals and 50 percent of the remaining crew also would be from EC countries, except on passenger ships where ICQ percent of the crew would be from the EC. Europeans Take Sides While the European Parliament's actions do not carry the weight of law and are only taken under consideration by the EC's Council of Ministers in this case, there has been a great deal of debate among European shipowners and shipping unions concerning the various pro­ posals. While many EC shipowners are seeking schemes that parallel the so-called second reg­ isters, European seafaring unions have strongly opposed any efforts to allow 50 percent of the unlicensed crew to be recruited from the ranks of seamen in developing nations. Continued on page 9 ' y .• . ' ' . f • fcjgl)' • �1 iifcHiW IP w-^-r-" 4fr;' •WA': a i- 8 ^'•rr «».'--i7-i,v ' • SBVARfSSlOG '• Electrical Maintenance Class Vital to QMED Training %-"-r 'i '''-4:'' v,r • •' •I'''; The Marine Electrical Mainte­ nance (MEM) class is one of three required courses to upgrade a black gang member's QMED classifica­ tion at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. This course is considered criti­ cal because it gives members vital information they need to advance their electrical knowledge, accord­ ing to instructor Byron Hohrein. The course was included as a re­ quired field of study, along with Pumproom Maintenance and Op­ erations and Refrigeration Systems Maintenance and Operations, last year in a Seafarers Appeals Board ruling pertaining to yearly upgrad­ ing by QMEDs. The MEM class lasts eight weeks and includes classroom and hands-on shop training. Students first learn about tool and electrical >1'^ ft •;•.•/•:• • Upgrader Paul Peterson works On the motor lead to an air conditioning unit. Inspecting electrical panels pripr to connecting loads are (left to right) Tom Doran, Laurence Gilley and John Wc Wong. safety as well as safe work prac­ tices. Next, they study electrical the­ ory and magnetism. Within this session, students leam how electric and magnetic fields are produced and how to work with various elec­ trical and magnetic devices such as multi-meters and meg-ohm meters. A major portion of the eight weeks is spent studying actual equipment such as lighting sys­ tems, motors and motor control­ lers. The upgraders also leam the principles of operation, mainte­ nance procedures, overhaul, instal­ lation and troubleshooting of electrical equipment. The class wraps up with stu­ dents leaming to read schematic diagrams. They use these diagrams to make a sequence chart for the operation of galley and deck equip- Engine department upgraders Robert Hamil (left) and Charles Betz wire ma­ rine receptacles and lights. ment. The charts then can be used to determine the causes of system malfunctions. MEM applicants must hold a QMED Any Rating endorsement or an Electrician endorsement or have equivalent experieiice. Appli­ cants should possess good reading and writing skills and have a math­ ematics background including basic algebra. Good eyesight is a must, sp students should have an eye exam prior to this course if problems are suspected. Appli­ cants can contact the admissions office at the Lundeberg School for more information. Bliackgang upgrader Tom Doran prac­ tices connecting the wires in an air conditioning controller. Work Continues on S-L Explorer After Brief Layup The SlU-crewed Sea-Land Ex­ plorer is back on its round trip voy­ ages from the West Coast of the United States to the far East after a brief layup in Kobe, Japan. Ship's Chairman Ted Tolentino, 62, reported that all is running smoothly aboard the vessel which docks in Long Beach and Oakland, Calif, before sailing to Japan, Tai­ wan, South Korea and Hong Kong on its 42-day round trip. Tolentino, who has been an SIU member since 1966, said he had a great crew with which to work. He praised the work of the deck de­ partment in remodelling the gar­ bage room during the layup. He noted that there were no beefs or problems onboard as the ship was preparing for its December pay­ off. Crewmembers hailed the work and food of the galley gang, headed by Chief Steward William H. Hawkins. He, in tum, thanked the crew for keeping the lounge and mess clean. Hawkins forwarded photo­ graphs taken by AB Freddy Milabo, DEU P. Capito and Cap­ tain R.H. Hemingson to the Seafar­ ers LOG while the ship was in the Japanese port. Dinner is almost ready to be served by Chief Steward William Hawkins (left) and Chief Cook B.L. Mack. The ship's steward department received high praise from fellow shipmates Jor consistently serving good meals. Cfiief Cook B.L. Mack (left) serves a delicious hot meal to Chief Mate D. Dennison. Bosun Ted Tolentino (at bottom left) supervises the work of AB Freddy Milatjo on the lifeboat davit. AB Jabez Pegg adds a coat of primer to the radar mast crosstree of the SeaLand Explorer. �' •—' ••''"r'''.''^^;n '>i r:-;rT: :'•••• y.'."-"yw - x.^~ 'i-t':'n !i';'iji"'i.wj!!.')ip»t!itfy' ^riSi • 1- mi Europe Debates A New Ship Policy Continued from page 7 Unions representing EC seamen have called on the Community to develop a register that provides jobs for European seafarers and to institute measures designed to improve the competitive advan­ tage of EC shipping. Agreement Will Emerge Many who follow the European maritime scene believed the EC would not promulgate a policy of opening up cabotage rights in EC member nations' waters to the shipping fleets of other European countries. Such observers cited the intransigence of Greece and Italy—two nations that were re­ luctant to open up their signiflcant coastal and offshore island trade. But with the actions taken by the EC transport ministers last September, EC-wide cabotage is close to becoming a reality. The Europeans keep proving to the United States and to the world that they are fully capable of ar­ riving at a consensus and an agree­ ment on the most thorny issues. Such was the case in 1986 when the EC adopted its first common European shipping posture— four rules which entered force in 1987 and established a foundation for an EC maritime transport policy and paved the way for direct in­ volvement of the Commission in regulating the industry. The four principles were freedom for all fleets in the EC to provide shipping services between EC na­ tions and third countries, rules en­ suring competition, allowing for re­ lief from unfair practices of foreign carriers—such as rate undercutting and predatory pricing policies—and allowing for coordinated counter measures when EC shipowners are denied access to the shipping busi­ ness in a third country trade. A United Europe The United States, by the end of 1992, will face a united Europe insofar as its economy is con­ cerned. The 12 nations that make up the EC account for over 320 million consumers. The EC is the largest trading partner of the United States. The two-way trade be­ tween the U.S. and the EC in 1988 had a value of $1,612 billion. EC merchant fleets operated 1,765 freighters in 1988, at a time when the U.S. had 192 of the same type of vessels operating under its flag. The numbers for bulk carriers were more frightening. EC fleet accounted for 790 of the world's bulkers. U.S.-flag bulk carriers numbered 26 (today that figure has been reduced to 22). Moreover, in Europe there is a far-reaching debate taking place, fueled by the engine of economic unity, on a variety of measures that would bolster the EC fleet. With America's economic secu­ rity at stake, the federal govern­ ment and private maritime inter­ ests cannot afford to simply watch Europe protect and promote its fleets without faking stock of the condition of U.S. shipping capabil­ ities and implementing programs to ensure equal footing for the Amer­ ican-flag merchant marine in the world's shipping trades. ••' V. Hawaii-Based Seafarers Extend Thanks To Sen. inouye for Support of iiflaritinie Taking time out of their busy upgrading schedule at the union's school, four SIU members who sail from Hawaii took a trip to the nation's capital to meet with Sen­ ator Daniel K. Inouye, the "Aloha" State's senior senator and a long­ time advocate of a strong U.S.flag merchant marine. Gregory "Broyles" Tudor, Marty Josephson, Wigoberto "Wiggle" Reyes and Yvonne De Silva, all steward department SIU members currently enrolled in the Lundeberg School's cook and baker pro­ gram, recognized the importance of Congress and the federal gov­ ernment in protecting the jobs of seafarers. "We know Senator Inouye's ef­ forts have been instrumental in providing job security for mer­ chant mariners," noted Tudor, who also reported that the close to 30year veteran of the Congress seemed "genuinely interested" in the welfare of SIU members. Tudor remarked that it was "a pleasure and an honor to meet onCe again with Senator Inouye. On behalf of each visiting SIU member and the SIU in its en­ tirety, I was able to thank Senator Inouye for his continued support I w •: - i;f SIU member Gregoty "Broyles" Tudor (left) presents Senator Inouye (middle) with a Lundeberg School cap and seabag. Marty Josephson, Yvonne De Silva and Wigoberto Reyes, all cook and baker upgraders, look on.' of American shipping and invite him to visit the union's school." The I '/2-year member of the SIU said the senator responded to the invitation by replying, "The Lun­ deberg School at Piney Point . . . that's my school." Passenger Ships The four upgraders ship on the two U.S.-flag passenger vessels operated by American Hawaii Cruise Lines, the only deep sea cruise ships in the American fleet. The two ships were brought into the passenger trades as a result of legislation enacted by Congress a decade ago. Senator Inouye was instrumental in passing the bill. While the SIU members were in Washington, DC, they took the opportunity to tour the Capitol, making stops at the Senate gallery, the old House and Senate office chambers, the Senate Appropria­ tions Committee chambers and the Supreme Court. Brothers Reyes and Tudor are Oahu residents and Sister DeSilva lives on Hawaii's "Big Island." Entire AT&T Cable Fleet Under U.S. Flag Continued from page 3 cern from members of Congress and patriotic and veterans orga­ nizations. Numerous congress­ men and senators communicated with the company regarding their support for a strong and techno­ logically-advanced U.S.-flag fleet. The elected officials expressed concern over the consequences to America's national security inter­ ests and economic advancement if AT&T's vessels were trans­ ferred to foreign registry. Upon hearing of AT&T's deci­ sion to operate its new cable ships under the U.S. flag. Senator Bar­ bara Mikulski (D-Md.) said, "I commend AT&T for its decision to register two new ships under the U.S. flag. A strong U.S. mer­ chant marine is critical to our nation's security." Advanced Design The Global Link and Global Sentinel feature a bow thruster to help the vessels move sideways and maintain their positions. Each is 479 feet long and 70 feet wide. The first new cable-laying vessel will be in full operation shortly, while the second is due out of the shipyard later this year. The 7,900-deadweight-ton ves­ sels have a full-load draft of 26 feet and can cruise at speeds of up to 15 knots. Each can keep up a speed of 6 to 8 knots while laying the company's fiber-optic cable and a speed of 4 knots when tow­ ing a sea plow and laying cable. Equipped with the most ad­ vanced technology in the field, the two new ships have been built to ensure the productivity, safety and comfort of the crew. The standard safety items of the ships include water-tight transverse bulkheads at various locations, a back-up diesel-driven generator for emer­ gency electrical power, fire-resist­ ant furnishing and four encapsu­ lated lifeboats. AT&T's fleet of cable ships competes with foreign companies operating foreign-flag vessels to build, lay and maintain undersea fiber-optic cables. In the past three years, AT&T's cable-laying ships have spanned the Atlantic, Pacific and Carib­ bean with fiber- optic cable. SIU School's Students Must Have Valid Drag-Free Clearance Tests SIU members who plan to study at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship will have to possess a valid drug-free clear­ ance to upgrade or renew a doc­ ument or license at the school as a result of a United States Coast Guard ruling. Augie Tellez, SIU assistant vice president and the union official who has been following closely the federal government's drug testing initiatives, said the Coast Guard ruling affects only those members who are required by the course for which they are upgrad­ ing to take a physical before re­ porting to the school. "The type of people affected would be an ordinary seaman who has to take a physical before re­ porting for the school to upgrade to AB (able bodied seaman)," Tel­ lez noted. "So would a wiper upgrading to FOWT (fireman, oiler and watertender). "Who it does not affect would be a QMED who is adding another specialty course to his Lundeberg School classification card. He would not have to take a physical prior to enrolling in the class and this does not affect his merchant marine document." It Affiects Documents The Lundeberg School received a letter from the Coast Guard dated December 28, 1990 an­ nouncing the need for upgraders to have valid drug-free clearances if" the upgrading or renewal af­ fected the members' documents or licenses. According to the letter, "All applications requiring a physical examination submitted to the Re­ gional Examination Center after 21 December 1990 (e.g., requests for license upgrades or renewals or MMD [merchant marine doc­ uments] endorsements) must be accompanied by proof that the individual is free of dangerous drugs." If members have questions con­ cerning the drug-testing policy for upgraders, they should Contact their port agent or the admissions office at the Lundeberg School. 'i- . ?! • • '!'».• it •Jk-i? 1 i. •a® •i' /V,-: �-:i.y4^*-:=.-=Uk'v.- -Bi Bosnn Herb LIbby Retires After Nearly 30 Years Aboard Cable Sblp Bosun Herbert Libby shows off the ship's bell presented by the crew and officers of the Long Lines upon his retirement from the ship and the union. •; /' --,';Vi> •'*•• >, •- ^•'••\ • 7v'-.i :.v'f: ••;: "•^. ' ' j'.. ••' *• ' ;•-• I'v-- -'j ' - y.'sw".' , ' V? 1 V : •• • '..•. Bosun Herbert Libby took a look at the ship's bell that the crew and officers of the Cable Ship Long Lines gave to him two days before he retired from the vessel and the SlU. It would be the one tangible piece of the vessel he would take to his Maine home when he walked off the vessel after calling it home for almost 30 years. "There are a lot of memories aboard here," he said on January 30, the day before he would pack his bag and go down the gangplank a last time. The Amesbury, Mass. native was part of the original crew on the Long Lines. "I came with the ship," he recalled. "I flew to Germany in 1963 to pick her up. It has been a terrific job." When a Seafarers LOG reporter asked Libby if he had any stories he could share about his years on the cable ship, a wry smile came across the mouth of the 43-year SIU vet­ eran. When he finally spoke after a few moments of pondering, he looked out at his crew and said, "No, none that I would like to see in print." Took Care of Crew Many of the crewmembers who had gathered around started to laugh. They related that Libby had taken care of them over the years and continued to do so even when discussing his retirement and the history of the vessel. "He has been fantastic to sail with," said Chief Steward Ken Rosick. "We are going to miss him." "He has always been there for us," added Cook Gary Lackey. "You could always count on him and you can ask anybody onboard if this isn't true." The others listen­ ing nodded in agreement. built in Germany when Transoceanic's predecessor com­ pany signed a contract with the SIU. Libby decided to sign on be­ cause "I knew cable work would be different." Libby went to sea in 1943 when he was 15 years old. "I wanted to be part of the war effort," he stated. He proudly notes that he is a vet­ eran of World War II, having re­ ceived his Defense Department discharge certificate shortly after the federal government gave the status to merchant mariners of that era. He sailed in the North and South Atlantic, Pacific and Carib­ bean theatres. "I was very fortu­ nate. I sailed in two North Atlantic convoys and never lost a ship. I did see others go, however." The Long Lines still was being SIU Since 1951 Although he had worked as a bosun in the union since 1951 and served as a relief bosun on the Long Lines since it came out, Libby became its second perma­ nent bosun in 1973. One of the things of which he said he was most proud has been the consistent quality of the crewmembers aboard the Long Lines. "You have got to have a good quality of seamen working cable and we have maintained it over the years." He also noted he has been proud to be part of im­ proving communications around the world. As he left the vessel, Libby said he had no regrets. But he quickly added, "After 47 years of sailing, there is very little that I will miss." His plans include some fishing and hunting near his home in Maine. He also will be building furniture for his five children and 12 grandchildren in a small wood­ working area he has created in his house. Before he signed off, his ship­ mates threw a party for him where they presented the bell attached to 9 plaque that read: "CS Long Lines, Herbert Libby, 1963-1991. » In honor of lifelong dedication to the men and ships that sail the sea (from the) Officers and Crew." Judge Uses Experiences Learned on the Lakes When Michigan Circuit Court Judge Michael Cherry looks across his bench at the people who will speak before him that day, he re­ members a lesson he learned sail­ ing as an SIU member aboard Great Lakes vessels. "No one is better or worse or more important than anyone else," the former oiler told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. Cherry, 47, is the highest elected official in Branch County, which located in south central Michigan along the Indiana bor­ der. He was re-elected without op­ position last year to the judgeship he first won in 1984. "When I sailed on the Lakes, I learned to take people for what they are," he said. "That philoso­ phy still helps me today." Cherry, who grew up in the sub­ urbs of Cleveland, presides over a mainly rural county of40,000 peo­ ple. Working on the ships "helped me to adapt to the farmers and their plights. I leamed to keep my mouth shut, my eyes open and to learn and listen a lot." Part of Bet Although he joined the Seafar­ ers in June 1963 in the port of Buffalo, Cherry's initiation into sailing on the Lakes involved much more. "I had dropped out of Wooster College halfway through my soph­ omore year. We had a neighbor associated with a shipping com­ pany who told my parents he could get me a job aboard a Lakes vessel. Little did I know that he had a bet with my parents that I would not last a month aboard a ship .he had in mind for me." That neighbor who lost the bet tumed out to be George Steinbrenner, owner of Kinsman Lines, an SlU-contracted company. He got a job through the union for the Cherry as a wiper aboard the handfired coal-burning Henry Steinbrenner. "It was a wonderful experi­ ence," Cherry recalled. "I signed on in spring and lasted until the winter when we laid up. I still don't know what the bet was or if he paid it. "I carried my paint brush, wire brush and scraper with me to what­ ever assignment I was given. I'd be singing and whistling while I was painting and the others would look at me because I didn't know any better. The chief engineer adopted me as a surrogate grandchild and helped me." Cherry remembered that being "a college boy" did not endear him with some of the crewmembers. So he had to find ways to prove he was one of the fellows. One incident took place in his first weeks on the Henry Steinbrenner. SIU Fisherman Commended for Helping Others When Captain Jose Branco came to the U.S. some 50 years ago, he brought with him some very special skills that made him the best at his trade. After years of fishing out of New Bedford and, most impor­ tantly, years of helping other immi­ grants in the area, more than 200 of his friends gathered to salute him Dec. 27. The awards ceremony drew a number of officials, includ­ ing Henri Francois, the SIU port agent there. Branco, 80, sailed in the Amer­ ican merchant fleet during World War n and was commended by then-President Harry S Truman for his courage and fortitude. After the - siuuaaioe 10 in;-,./a5Si:i.tt:d.'•/ • war, Branco went back to sea. He mastered the art of fishing, helping m^y others with his knowledge. Francois commended Branco for "sharing his knowledge, which made it possible for many men to succeed in the fishing industry. Many SIU fishermen, just like him, got their start with Captain Branco. He was a symbol to the Portuguese community." Congressman Gerry Studds (DMass.) sent his best wishes in a certificate of special congressional recognition. Representatives from Mayor John Bullard's office and the Portuguese Consulate also at­ tended, as did state representative TonyCabral. New Bedford Port Agent Henri Francois presents an award to Jose Branco, rec­ ognizing his lono record of contributing to the New Bedford fishing industry. "There was this gruff, old fire­ man who never would speak to me or call me by name. When we would eat, he always brought a full garlic bulb with him. With each bite of food, he would bite off a garlic clove. One day, he saw me watching and challenge me to do it. I must have had a cold or some­ thing that day and couldn't breathe, so I did it and didn't get sick. From that day on, I was Mike to him." Judge Michael Cherry as he appears today (top) and when he started sailing on the Great Lakes. By his third summer on the Lakes, Cherry had upgraded to fireman and oiler. That tumed out to be his final year on the Lakes. Cherry had saved enough money to retum to college and was nearing gradua­ tion from Kent State University. Upon graduation, he taught En­ glish at Central Michigan Univer­ sity for four years. He and his wife, Dorothy, decided they wanted to work for themselves and they headed for University of Toledo Law School. They moved to Coldwater, Mich, after they got their degrees. When Cherry decided to run for the judgeship in 1984, he sought support from the county's local for the United Automobile Workers. "This is not a strong labor commu­ nity, so I pulled out my SIU retire­ ment card and told them I was the only judicial candidate who had been a union member," he recalled. "I got their endorsement and a do­ nation." .J- �IMVMiiMg "• I'* V ' Volum»S3, Numbers -•;. ^ , .( Special Supplement February 1991 A guide for Seafarers to refer to when preparing 1990 tax returns due to the Internal Revenue Service and state governments on April 15,1991. TAX T PS FOR SEAMEN With 1990 lax returns due April 15, now is the time for Seafarers to prepare the annual filings. Because of the transient nature of Seafarers' employment, the SIU member often finds the tax-filing procedure some­ what more complicated than it is for the shoreside worker. This special supplement of the February Seafarers LOG attempts to provide SIU members with some helpful information on the tax-filing process. Special attention is paid to two issues that seem to crop up time and again for seamen: procedures for filing an extension request and determining residency status for purposes of filing state tax re­ turns. The information compiled on these four pages was prepared by a certified public accountant with experience in the maritime field. For More Information Deadline for Filing Taxes: April 15,1991 Information by Phone To make tax calculations easier, the IRS has informa­ tion arid material available by phone. The Tele-Tax Service has recorded tax information covering more than 140 top­ ics.-^ • •• A? i . 1-800-829-4477 is the IRS's 24-hour automated "Tele-Tax" system. When calling, remember the "#" sign will repeat the topic and the will stop the message. When the iriitial recording torries on, diar 323 from a toUch tone phone to hear the categories of information. •Beginning March 1, TeleTax can provide information on the status of refunds if the tax return in question has been filed. U.S. Embassies and Consulates Providing IRS Assistance Bonn United States Embassy Deichmanns Aue 29 5300 Bonn 2, West Germany Tel.# [49] (228^ 339-2119 Caracas United States Embassy Avenida Wncipal La Floresta Caracas, Venezuela Tel.# [58] (2) 285-311.1, ext. 333 London United States Embassy 24/31 Grosvenor Square London, England Tel.# [44] (1)408-8076 or 408-8077 Mexico City United States Embassy—IRS Avenida Reforma 305 Col. Cuauhtemoc Mexico, D.F., 06000 Mexico Tel.# [52] (5)211-0042, ext. 3559 Nassau United States Embassy Queen Street Nassau, Bahamas Tel.# (809) 322-1181 Ottawa United States Embassy 60 Queen Street Suite 201 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada KIP5Y7 Tel.# (613) 238-5335 Paris United States Embassy 2 Avenue Gabriel F 75382 Paris Cedex 08 France Tel.# [33] (1) 4296-1202 Riyadh American Embassy- -IRS P.O. Box 9041 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Tel.# [00966] (1) 488-3800, ext. 206 Rome United States Embassy Annex Via Sardegna 49 Rome, Italy Tel.# [39] (6)4674-2560 Sao Paulo American Consultate General Rua Padre Joao Manoel 933 Sao Paulo, S.P., Brazil 01411 Tel.# [55] (11) 881-6511, ext. 287 Singapore American Embassy 30 Hill Street Singapore, Singapore (0617 Tel.# [65] 338-0251, ext. 247 • General Information: l800-829-1040 can be called for general information, IRS staff answer questions from 8:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Monday through Friday. • Publicatlpns: 1-800-8293676 operators will take or­ ders for publications. "#553 Highlights of 1990 Tax Changes" and "#552 Record Keeping for Individuals" are two publications that many people find especially useful. Walk-lnHelp: IRS represen­ tatives are available in many IRS offices around the coun­ try to help with tax questions lhaf cannot be answered easily by telephone. To find the loca­ tion of an IRS office, look in the phone book under "United States Government, Internal Revenue Service." Telephone Help: IRS repre­ sentatives are available to help with tax questions. If needed, call the IRS using the toll-free number listed in the telephone directory. Send IRS Written Ques­ tions: Written questions re­ garding the tax retums can be sent directly to an IRS District Director. Include a social se­ curity number with the letter. Where to File Mail retums to the Internal Revenue Service Center designated for the following areas. No street address is needed for the IRS. For individuals Hvtng in the foiiowing states: Use this address: Florida, Georgia, South Carolina IRS Atlanta.GA 39901 IRS Holtsville, NY 00501 • IRS '\• .' Andover, MA 0550f New Jersey, New York (New York City and counties of Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk and Westchester) New York (all other counties), Connecticut, Maiiiej ^ r Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Wisconsin 'fifc^aw^,1&isttict of Maryland,. : Pennsylvania, Virginia Iiidiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia Kansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas ^, Alaska, Arizona, California (counties of Alpine, Amador, Butte, Calaveras, Colusa, Contra Costa, Del Norte, El Dorado, Glenn, Humboldt, Lake, Lassen, Marin, Mendocino, Modoc, Napa, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Shasta, Sierra, Siskiyou, Tehama, Trinity, Yolo and Yuba), Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming Califtmaia (aU other cpunti^), Haty^ Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Tennessee r i, .V' '• IRS Kansas City, MO 64999 IRS Philadelphia, PA 19255 IRS _ (Tincinnati, OH 45999 IRS . Austin, TX 73301 IRS Ogden, UT 84201 m'i .•j.^IRSf®' g3Fre^;t!if'^93888:i IRS Memphis, TN 37501 American! Sydney American Consulate General, IRS Hyde Park Tower Park and Elizabeth Streets Sydney NSW 2000 Australia Tel.# [61] (2) 261-9275 Tokyo United States Embassy, IRS 1-10-5 Akasaka, 1-Chrome Minato-ku, Tokyo 107 Japan Tel.# [81] (03) 224-5466 "II-• • Guam Puerto Rico (or if excluding income under section 933) |: l^pnpermanent residents , ^ Virgin Islands All A.P.O. Commissioner of Revenue and Taxation 855 West Marine Dr. Agana, GU 96910 •JRS V Philadelphia, PA 19255 .• ' .. i: •t f- ^ V.I. Bureau of Internal Revenue Lockharts Garden No. lA Charlotte Amalie St. Thomas, VI 00802 F.PiO. addrrases SeafmrsLOG, Ftbruary Supplement—Page 1 'j--. fe: • ."1 �— —• ••' I—————— - f liir •m i ir T | l I— . • II •! .1* —' - •• ]V ;••,. •r'-h- ••' 5te/; /. Get all records together. • Income Records. These include any Forms W-2, W-2G, W-2P and 1099. . •••• • '•;.V:^.Ar'''r • • Itemized deductions and Tax Credits. • , Medical and dental payment records. • Real estate and personal property tax receipts. • Interest payments records for items such as a home mortgage, car or appliances. • Records of payments for child care so an individual could work. Step 2. Get any forms, schedules or publications necessary to assist in filing the return. Most IRS offices and many local banks, post offices and libraries have publications designed to provide individuals with information on correctly filing tax returns. An order blank for IRS publications is available on the next to the last page of their instruction booklet. S/cp J. Fill in the return. S/c/» 4. Check the return to make sure it js correct. Step 5. Sign and date the return. Form 1040 is not considered a valid return unless signed. A spouse must also sign if it is a joint return. S/ep 6. Attach all required forms and schedules. Attach the first copy of Copy B of Forms W-2, W-2G and W-2P to the front of the Form 1040. Attach all other schedules and forms behind Form 1040 in order of the attachment sequence number. If tax is owed, attach the payment to the front of Form 1040. Reported income The following kinds of income should be reported on Form 1040, or related forms and schedules, in addition to the types of income listed on Form 1040. 1, ' '• vS"'- • Original Issue Discount. • Distributions from SEP's and DECs. • Amounts received in place of wages from accident and health plans (including sick pay and disability pensions) if employer paid for the policy. • Bartering Income (fair-market value of goods or services received in return for services). • Tier 2 and supplemental annuities under the Railroad Re­ tirement Act. • Life insurance proceeds from a policy cashed in if the proceeds are more than the premium paid. • Profits from corporations, partnerships, estates and trusts. • Endowments. • Lump-sum distributions. • Gains from the sale or exchange (including barter) of real estate, securities, coins, gold, silver, gems or other property (capital gains). • Accumulation distributions from trusts. • Prizes and awards (contests, raffles, lottery and gambling winnings). « Earned income from sources outside the United States. ' Director's fees. ' Fees received as an executor or administrator of an estate. ' Embezzled or other illegal income. • VW' =" . ::fe" l^v, ~|'ij';'7-'"' ««2:- Non-Reported income Do not include these amounts under income reported. • Welfare benefits. • Disability retirement payments (and other benefits) paid by the Veterans' Administration. • Workers' compensation benefits, insurance damages, etc. for injury or sickness. • Child support. • Gifts, money or other property inherited or willed. • Dividends on veterans' life insurance. • Life insurance proceeds received because of a person's death. • Amounts received from insurance because of loss of the use of a home due to fire or other casualty to the extent the amounts were more than the cost of normal expenses whilfe living in the home. • Certain amounts received as a scholarship. Seafarers LOG, Hbraary Supplement-Page 2 I. ' I I _ • ,.. • . I y. f .'I - Standard Deduction Preparing a Return -ff^y . This is the standard deduction chart for most people. It should not be used if taxpayer is 65 or older or blind or if a dependent. Standard Deduction Filing Status '•'•'•r-w- Single ... . .$ 3,250 Married filing joint return or ' '' Qualifying widow(er) with dependent children . ^,. . $ 5,450 Married filing separate return . .$ 2,725 Head of household . . . ... . . $ 4,750 Deductions, W-2's and Other information FAST REFUND: If a tax refund is expected for 1990, instead of mailing the return to the Internal Revenue Ser­ vice, it can be filed electron­ ically. When filed electronically, a refund will be received in about 3 weeks, or in 2 weeks if it is deposited directly into a savings or checking account. For a charge, many professional tax return preparers offer electronic filing in addition to their return preparation services. If an individual pre­ pared his or her own return, a preparer or transmitter in their area can file the return electronically. For a list of who can file a tax return elec­ tronically in any given area, call the IRS toll-free number, I -800-829-1040, and ask for the Electronic Filing Of­ fice. INCREASED DEDUC­ TIONS: The deduction for each exemption—for the in­ dividual, his or her spouse and dependents has increased to $2,050 per person. STANDARD DEDUC­ TION HAS INCREASED: The standard deduction has increased for most people. Because of this increase, it may be to an individual's benefit to take the standard deduction this year even if that person has itemized de­ ductions in the past. DEPENDENT'S SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: If an individual claims an ex­ emption for a dependent who is at least 2 years old by De­ cember 31,1990, he must list the dependent's social secu­ rity number on Form 1040 or Form 1040A. A social secu­ rity number requirement ap­ plies to all dependents (not just children) claimed on the tax retum who are at least 2 years old. GIFT TO REDUCE THE PUBLIC DEBT: An indi­ vidual may make a gift to reduce the public debt. To do so, enclose a separate check with the income tax retum. Make it payable to "Bureau of the Public Debt." Do not add it to any tax owed. HOW LONG SHOULD RECORDS BE KEPT? Keep records of income, de­ ductions and credits shown on the tax retum, as well as any worksheets used to fig­ ure them, until the statute of limitations mns out for that retum, usually 3 years from the dat^ the retum was due or filed, or 2 years from the date the tax was paid, whichever is later. However, it is recom­ mended that all records be kept for about 6 years. CHANGE OF ADDRESS: If there is a change of address. Form 8822, Change of Ad­ dress, should be used to no­ tify the IRS. COLLECTING W-2's: Employers are required to mail W-2 forrns to employ­ ees by January 31. If an indi­ vidual believes he or she is missing W-2's, contact the employer. For seamen who have ever used a union hall as a retum address, check with the SIU port agent to determine if a W-2 has been sent to that address. If a Sea­ farer has received monies from the SIU Vacation Plan, he or she should receive a W-2 from that fund. Seafarers should not have problems obtaining accurate W-2 forms for monies earned in 1990 by the com­ panies that employed them. PERSONAL INTEREST DEDUCTIONS: For 1990, the portion of personal inter­ est expense one can deduct is smaller. Personal interest in­ cludes interest on car loans, credit cards and personal loans. An individual can de­ duct only 10 percent of the personal interest paid in 1990. INTEREST ON SE­ CURED LOANS DE­ DUCTIBLE: Interest paid on mortgages or secured loans is I(X) percent deduct­ ible. EDUCATION SAVINGS BONDS PROGRAM: Be­ ginning in 1990, all or part of the interest for certain U.S. savings bonds can be ex­ cluded from income if one pays qualified higher educa­ tion expenses during the year he redeems the bonds. UNION DUES DEDUC­ TION: Union dues i^e only deductible if they ex:ceed 2 percent of gross income. If they do, only the portion over the 2 percent is deductible. SPAD contributions have never been deductible. DEATH OF A TAX­ PAYER: If a taxpayer died before filing a required re­ tum for 1990, the taxpayer's personal representative (and spouse, in the case of a joint retum) must file and sign the retum for that person. A per­ sonal representative can be an executor, administrator or anyone who is in charge of the taxpayer's property. ROUNDING OFF TO WHOLE DOLLARS: Cents may be rounded off to the nearest whole dollar on the tax retum and schedules. To do so, raise amounts from 50 to 99 cents to the next dollar. For example, $1.39 becomes $1 and $2.50 be­ comes $3. UNEMPLOYMENT COM­ PENSATION: Unemploy­ ment compensation (insurance) is fully taxable. By January 31, 1991, an in­ dividual who has received unemployment compensa­ tion should receive a Form 1099-G showing the total un­ employment compensation paid during 1990. Use line 20 on the tax re­ tum to report unemployment compensation. EARNED INCOME CREDIT: If an individual's eamed income and adjusted gross income are both less than $20,264, and has a child who lived with him for more than half the year, he may be entitled to a refunded credit of up to $953. �.^::4K' mti' pil- • t-.^r • :r:#^-v Filing an Extension REMINDER: Be sure to in­ clude all tax monies due when submit­ ting an exten­ sion to file application. Away at Tax Time? Being out of the coun­ try may have its advan­ tages, especially at tax time. If you are required to file a U.S. income tax return and are traveling or living outside the United States on April 15, you may be allowed an extension to file. By filing Internal Rev­ enue Service Form 4868, travelers can receive an extension until August 15 to file their federal income tax returns. Pay­ ment of additional taxes must accompany the re­ quest. Both Form 4868 and your payment must be filed by April 15. U.S. residents in for­ eign countries usually qualify for automatic ex­ tensions of time to file until June 17. They must attach a statement to their tax returns explain­ ing that their home and main place of business were outside the United States or Puerto Rico on April 15. Visit the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate for forms or write to In­ ternal Revenue Service, Forms Distribution Cen­ ter, P.O. Box 25866, Richmond, VA USA. (Reprinted from IRS Pub­ lication I049I3, Rev. 10-90) •• 1 IRS Form 4868 can be used to ask for a four-month extension to file IRS Form 1040A or Form 1040. An individual requesting an extension is under no obligation to explain why the additional time is needed. The IRS will only contact the individual directly if the request for an extension is denied. To receive an extension to file, an individual must correctly fill out Form 4868 and pay all of the tax monies due (as noted on line 6). If the filing of Form 4868 and the subsequent four month extension to file does not provide the individual with enough time, he or she can then file Form 2688, known as "Application •' plete the requested infor­ mation and sign the docu­ ment. Use the guide on page 1 of this supplernent to locate ,, for Additional Extension of Time to File U.S. Individual Income Tax Return." Another option open to the person seeking more time in which to file is to write a letter to the IRS stating the reason the extension is necessary and mailing it to the correct IRS location (see "Where to File" on page 1 of this supplement). An individual seeking an extension is advised by the IRS to file Form 4868 before filing Form 2688. Form 4868 should be mailed to the appropriate IRS location listed in the "Where to File" column on page 1 of this supple­ ment. 4868 Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service Your first name and initial the correct IRS mailing ad­ dress for a specific state. The form must be filed by April 15, 1991. Remember that the Application for Automatic Extension of Time To File U.S. individuai income Tax Return I 1 1 • form does not extend the time to pay taxes. Form 4868 must be accompanied by all tax monies due. OMBNo. 1545-0188 )90 Last name Your social security number Last name Spouse's social security number 1 1 1 Pleaie Typ« or Print • r-. 1 1 1 • • 1 1 • 1 1 1 City, town or post office, state, and ZIP code 1 1 1 1 1 1 Note: File this form with the Internal Revenue Service Center where you are required to file your income tax return, and pay any amount(s) you owe. This Is not an extension to pay your tax. • ' . I request an automatic 4-month extension of time to August 15,1991, to file Form 1040A or Form 1040 for the calendar year 1990 (or if a fiscal year Form 1040 to ............ 19.......for the tax year ending ---.19 1 Total tax liability for 1990. This is the amount you expect to enter on line 27 of Form 1040A, or line 54 of Form 1040. If you do not expect to owe tax, enter zero (-0-) . Caution: Kou MUST enter an amount on line 1 or your extension will be denied. You can estimate this amount; but be as exact as you can with the information you have. If we later find that your estimate was not reasonable, the extension will be null and void. 2 Federal income tax withheld 3 1990 estimated tax payments (include 1989 overpayment allowed as a credit). 4 Other payments and credits you expect to show on Form 1040A or Form 1040 . 5 Add lines 2, 3, and 4 6 BALANCE DUE (subtract line 5 from line 1). In order to get this extension, you MUST pay In full the balance due with this form. (\t Wne 5 \s more than \ine 1. enter zero (-0-) . . . . ... . . . • Complete line 7 (and 8a or 8b If applicable) only If you expect to owe gift or generation-skipping transfer (GST) tax. Do not include income tax on these lines. (See the instructions.) Yourself. 7 if you or your spouse expect to file a gift tax return (Form 709 or 709-A) for 1990, Spouse . generally due by April 15,1991, see the instructions and check here . . . 8a Enter the amount of gift or GST tax thatyou are paying with this form . .... b Enter the amount of gift or GST tax thatyoufspouse is paying with this form . . Signature and Verification Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this form, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete; and, if prepared by someone other than the taxpayer, that l am authorized to prepare this form. Date •_ Signature of taxpayer • Date •_ Signature of spouse • (If filing jointly, BOTH must sign even if only one had income) Persian Guif Assignment Seafarers stationed in the Persian Gulf dur­ ing Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm, who are working on vessels under the direction of the military, may qual­ ify for certain special tax-filing procedures. Watch for informa­ tion on this matter in the March edition of the Seafarers LOG. Signature of preparer other than taxpayer • Date • If correspondence regarding this extension is to be sent to you at an address other than that shown above, or to an agent acting for you, please enter the name of the agent and/or the address where it should be sent. Name Please Type or Print Number and street (or P.O. box number if mail is not delivered to street address) City, town or post office,state, and ZIP code General Instructions Paperwork Reduction Act Notice.—We ask for the information on this form to carry out the Internal Revenue laws of the United States. You are required to give us this information. We need it to ensure that you are complying with these laws and to allow us to figure and collect the right amount of tax. The time needed to complete and file this form will vary depending on individual circumstances. The estimated average time is: Recordkeeping, 26 minutes; Learning about the iaw or the form, 11 minutes; Preparing the form, 20 minutes; and Copying, assembiing, and sending the form to IRS, 20 minutes. If you have comments concerning the accuracy of these time estimates or suggestions for making this form more simple, we would be happy to hear from you. You can write to both the Internal Revenue Service, Washington, DC 20224, Attention: IRS Reports Clearance Officer, T:FP; and the Office of Management and Budget, Paperwork Reduction Project (1545-0188), Washington, DC 20503. DO NOT send the tax form to either of these offices. Instead, see the instructions below for information on where to file. Form 4868 (1990) Stafuws LOG, Febnmy Suppkment—Pa^ 3 • .. 3 1 Present liome address (number, street, andapt. no. or ruralroute). (If you have a P 0. box, see the instructions.) •• . •|w- 1 If a joint return, spouse's first nameand initial , •^ -.|i' -i • . Extension Application Form This copy of IRS Form 4868 can be used to apply for a tax-filing extension. Simply clip it out of the LOG, com­ V J.. , • �V. FMingStateTaxes Withholding of Seamen's State Taxes jv- r I f' ••§;;|;; .. iv' Vf • f'i, i '•••••• ••• Believe it or not, the federal government hasdone a great deal to make a seaman's life easier. An Act of March 4, 1915 (38 Stat. 1169, 46 U.S. Code 601) prohibits companies from with­ holding state and local taxes for any "master or seaman on a ves­ sel in the foreign, coastwise, intercoastal, or noncontiguous trade or an individual employed on a fishing vessel." Employers can only file in­ come tax information with the state that the seafarer claims in his or her employ ment records as their state of residency and any state in which they earn 50 per­ cent or moie of theirincome, also by federal law. For those who sail primarily out of a port in their home state, this is not so usually a problem. but for the seafarer who lives in a different state from the one from which he ships, tax-filing can be more complicated. Since a home state gets all income in­ formation, a seafarer must file a resident's tax form in the state from which he shipped. If a home state does collect state income taxes, as most do, the seafarer's primary responsi­ bility is to that state. There are two things that can happen with the money earned in other states. The best case is that state and the home state have a "reciprocal" agreement. That way, a seafarer won't have to pay taxes in more than one state. Otherwise, if a seafarer is forced to pay taxes in his non-resident state, nearly all states will give him a full tax credit for those taxes. it's the Law The text of the law which prohibits states from withholding taxes from wages due to seamen who are mem­ bers of the crew of a vessel engaged in foreign, coastwise, intercoastal, insterstate or noncontiguous trade is as follows: 46 U.S.C.A. §11108(11). No wages due or accruing to any seaman, or apprentice shall be sub­ ject to attachment or arrestmentfrom any court, and every payment of wages to a seaman, or apprentice shall be valid in law, notwithstanding any previous sale or assignment of wages or of any attachment, encum­ brance, or arrestment thereon; and no assignment or sale of wages or of salvage made prior to the accruing thereof shall bind the party making the same, except such allotments as are authorized by this title. This sec­ tion shall apply to fishermen em­ ployed on fishing vessels as well as to seamen: Provided,That nothing con­ tained in this or any preceding section shall interfere with the order by any court regarding the payment by any seaman of any part of his wages for the support and maintenance of his wife and minor children: And pro­ vided further, That no part of the wages due or accruing to a master, officer, or any other seaman who is a member of the crew on a vessel en­ gaged in the foreign, coastwise, inter­ coastal, interstate, or noncon­ tiguous trade shall be withheld pur­ suant to the provisions of the tax laws of any State, Territory, possession,or Commonwealth, or a subdivision of any of them, but nothing in this, sec­ tion shall prohibit any such withhold­ ing of the wages of any seaman who is employed in the coastwise trade between ports in.the same ^^tqte if such withholding is pursuanr to d vol­ untary agreement between such sea­ man and his employer. 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Seafarers LOG, February Supplaamt-Page 4 ' •Uni-Ai '.i* �FCBRUARY1991 77 Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea JANUARY 1-31, 1991 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans ^Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu idustoh St. Louis TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip Reliefs ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT -• 19 16" K"®!' .MSL Totals 17 • 225 148 ^25 • n" 199 108 : 351 ENGINE DEPARTMENT iMEi Noi^iic Mobile New Orleans 7 15 4 11 2 9 Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu St. Louis Piney Point Totals 9 12 6 0 4 6 3 2 91 1 .. 'i..'. ..5' 2 .... 131 106 6 14 13 5 10 5 10 •. 7 10 3 10 • 5 ,} ' 8 2 9 ; ' 5 •: 6 0 4 • 0 1 0 2 1 /' ! 2 1 0 \ ' .0 0 0 82 73 • 3 121 STEWARD DEPARTMENT iill Port 18 18 6 4 18 ft 0 2 • 185 11 4 5 3 10 5 -1 ^ 5 • 85 1 ' '4 X • 1"" 4 3 3 3 10 2 4 hgSs 3 1 2 0 0 0 5 0 1• 0 0 7 0 0 50 . 0 0 31 52 :: : 61 Totals ENTRY DEPARTMENT <4 7 11 29 0 0 1 1 6 2 2 8 6 Port New York , Philadelphia i 1 5 6 18 iHixJ I I I • Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston 75 8 " 0 0 0 0 •0 1 -3 > 62 • WWW Philadelphi Baltimore Norfolk " Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville f San Franciscpl Wilmingtpn^ Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houstoh St. Louis • 12 1 1 0 5 11 84 20 5 " " ^45 ' -5 rnanh & j^ril r Z' MembSiship Meetings; Deep Sea, Lakes, Inland Waters ' • . : Piney Point Monday, March 4 Monday, April 8 New York .1' • ISt Tuesday, March 5 Tuesday, April 9 Philadelphia Wednesday, March 6 Wednesday, April 10 i • ii. Baltimore Thursday, March 7 Thursday, April II ; Norfolk Thursday, March 7 . Thursday, April 11 Jacksonville Thursday, March? . Thursday, April 11 , Algonac Friday, March 8 Friday, April 12 Houston Monday, March 11 Monday, April 15 New Orleans ' , Tuesday, March 12 •' '.'p: Tuesday April.16 Mobfie ,, „ . Wednesday^ fcch 13 Wednesday, April 17 San Francisco Thursday, March 14 Thursday, April 18 C * < I-* " WQmingtdn Monday, March 18 Monday, April 22 Seattle . Friday, March 22 .-4; " Friday, April 26 . . J San Juan Thursday, March 7 Thursday, April 11 St. Louis Friday, March 15 Friday, April 19 Honolulu Friday, March 15 Friday, April 19 Duluth Wednesday, March 13 1 Wednesday, April 17 Jersey City ^ Wednesday, March 20 Wednesday, April 24 ' New Bedford Tuesday, March 19 Tuesday, April 23 t ; m IJj:- /• Uijmfis m00§iKg ftarft at llh^aja. 3 0 ' I St. Louis I Piney Poiiit Totals Totals All Departments 566 ' 544 632 474 430 425 59 896 554 617 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of January was down from the month of December. A total of 1,388 Jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,388 Jobs shipped, 474 Jobs or about 34 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 59 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip r^ef program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 13,599 Jobs have been shipped. • . -.-i 4' •. : •* " ';'A ^ ^ �SMMMRSIOG »5 J" 12 PiMnitchMs' Report toi Cieat tofces CU-Company/Lakes - - t-,:. I'-. v .'/'; I •• I . I JAN. 1-31, 1991 U_Lakes NP—Non Priority •TOTAL REGISTERED TOTAL SHIPPED ai;?lSc".::NP a«»CL^"&Tc...NP CE.CL^''^a.tc...NP Port ^ Algona^ DECK DEPARTMENT ..> 0 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 23 ii-' 1 • STEWARD DEPARTMENT Port Algonac N - Port Algonta: — -•\ WE- 0 . -> 0 k ^ ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 ^ 11 0 45 0 113 ,1 13 - ! President Michael Sacco Secretary-Treasurer John Fay Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco Vice President Collective Barpmiog Angus "Red" Campbell Vice President West Coast George McCartney _ Vice President Government Services Roy A. "Buck" Mercer . Vice President Atlantic Coast Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Byron Kelley Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Corgey 17 , HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ^-'Registered on the Beach" means tne toia. muuu^^_^^ •Vi. ALGONAC Dispatchen' Report hw Inland waleis 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 ••REGISTERED ON BEACH TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups (301) 327-4900 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C All Groups DULUTH Class A Class B Class C Class A Class B Class C 705 Medical Arts Buildmg DECK DEPARTMENT Duluth, MN 55802 :Qm 0 (218)722-4110 0 0 ^ HONOLULU 636 Cooke St. 0 Honolulu, HI 96813 0 (808) 523-5434 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 0 JACKSONVILLE 0 * 9 ' 3315 Liberty St. 0 0 2% Jacksonville, PL 32206 0 0 0 0 0 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY ; 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 Mfo(201) 435-9424 D ' ' 9MOBILE 'o 9/: 0:4 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy, 18 6 Mobile, AL 36605 39 (205) 478-0916 ENGINE DEPARTMEOT NEW BEDFORD 7'J' 50 Union St. ^9' 9 New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 0 9 : 0 9 NEW ORLEANS 8 1 9 1 9 630 Jackson Ave. 9 0 New Orleans, LA 70130 9 ^ (504) 529-7546 9 0 9 0 9 1 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. 0 9 9 9 9 III J Brooklyn, NY 11232 0 9 1 (718) 499-6600 ipi 0 •sS:s^ 0 9 9 NORFOLK 9 9 0 115 Third St. 9 9 Norfolk, VA 23510 9 9 (804) 622-1892 0 9** PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St. 0 9 Philadelphia, PA 19148 0 9 (215) 336-3818 ,9 9 0 0 PINEY POINT St. Mary's County 'i,' STEWARD DEPARTMENT Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 9 350 Fremont St. 9 San Francisco, CA 94105 , 6 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. l9aiP^„ Stop 16 '9. .... Santurce, PR 00907 '9 (809) 721-4033 SEATTLE ' 2505 First Ave. -'4<: ^ Seattle, WA 98121 >.¥S(206) 441-1960 '%. 'V 9 Xi^ ST. LOUIS 9 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. 9 0 5 223 85 31 Wilmington, CA 90744 69 27 actually registered for shipping at the port last month. (213) 549-4000 JANUARY 1-31, 1991 Port 4ew Yor 'Philadelphia I Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville ^ San Franciscpi't k• • :' •m, W, Seattle Puerto Rico Houston f5Algonac| 1 • St. Louiis Piney Point Totals •fe. S-.'S-' I Port New York Philadelphia. w .• Norfolk " Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville : San Francisco u • " V' - • Baltimore ,-. ' ,5;; >; 0, SMfaren Monalhttdl Union KfOitoiy Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac 1 St. Louis |-Piney.P^^ Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco > , WUmingl^ Seattle Puerto Rico Houston pAlgonac'^ St. Louis Piney Totals m Totab All Departments S.-"he .ca. number of me, registered a. .he port a. .he end of las, •nonlh. I " • ;; • t-;:'- ^ -r''m:.: ' •V52'»3«R •• ,i' ;• • f- �FEBRUARY 199t T -av; he Seafarers Pension Flan an­ nounces the retirement of 28 SIU members this month. The deep sea division accounts for 20 retire­ ments, the inland division has two, the Great Lakes division three and the railroad mariners three. Brother Jerry Z. Miller was with the SIU for the longest time of this group; he joined in 1940, signing on in the port of New Orleans. Brother James F. Welch is the oldest of the pensioners. The black gang member is 74. Brief biographical sketches of these and the other 26 retiring mem­ bers follow: DEEP SEA JAMES C. BROOKS, 60, joined the union in 1966 in the port of Mobile. The able bodied seaman was bom in Alabama but now makes his home in Voosburg, Miss. JAMES CATANIA, 66, joined the SIU in the port of New York in Octo­ ber 1967. The retiring bosun was . bom in Connecticut and lives in Vallejo, Calif. DONNIE W. COLLINS, 65, before retiring rose to attain the rating of chief steward after join­ ing the Seafarers in July 1948 in New York. The Mississippi native was graduated from the Lundeberg School's steward recertification course in 1979. Kenner, La., is now his hometown. STEPHEN H. FULFORD, 64, joined the SIU in his native Mobile in 1944. He be­ came a recerti­ fied bosun after completing the designated course work at the union's Lundeberg School. Mobile remains his home. BILLY HARRIS, 61, joined the union in September 1955 in the port of Seattle. The bosun now resides in Indianapolis. NOLAN H. HURTT, 57, joined the Seafar­ ers in September 1965 in the port of Baltimore. A native of the city. Brother Hurtt sailed in the galley department. He plans to stay in his hometown. CLARENCE JONES, 57, is an­ other steward bom in Baltimore. He joined the SIU at that port in May 1956, rising to chief steward before his retirement. Jones too will remain in Baltimore. » To Our New Pensioners • • . Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. JAMES E. KIRCHNER, 65, joined the union in the port of New York in June 1944. The retired bosun now calls Hardin, Texas home. FRANCISCO P. LATORRE, 67, who joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1956, is a native of Panama. The former bosun gained his third mate's license before retir­ ing to Metairie, La. JERRY Z. MILLER, 69, joined the union in October 1940 in the port of New Orleans. He spent the next two years in the Navy, retuming to the SIU to sail in the steward department. The Louisi­ ana native will remain in New Or­ leans. WILLIAM S. MONTGOMERY, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1959 in the port of Houston. The able bodied seaman was bom in Iowa but now calls Houston home. DALLAS T. NEWSOME, 65, joined the union in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. in May 1955. He switched from the steward de­ partment to the engine department, upgrading his rating in May 1967. Brother Newsome lives in Virginia Beach. CHARLES E. PERDUE, 63, joined the SIU in the port of New York in October 1957. A black gang member, he was bom in Old Glory, Texas. Brother Perdue is retiring to New Orleans. JOSE P. RI­ VERA, 57, a na­ tive of Puerto Rico, joined the union in 1957 in the port of New York. He up­ graded at the Lundeberg School to a QMED rat­ ing in 1975. He lives in his home­ town of Bayamon. ROY SHORTT, 53, joined the Sea­ farers in the port of San Francisco in June 1968. The deckhand sailed on a number of Hudson Waterways ves­ sels. He is retiring to his hometown of Pound, Va. EDWARD STANKIEWICZ, 65, joined the SIU in November 1968 in the port of Philadelphia, his hometown. A Navy veteran of World War II (1943-46), he sailed as a deckhand. He continues to reside in Philadelphia. EARLC. TYLER, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in the port of Jacksonville in November 1969. A Navy veteran of World War II, the QMED upgraded his rating at the Lundeberg School in 1974. He retires to Tallahassee, Fla. FRANCISCO E. URBINA, 65, joined the union in the port of Houston in Octo­ ber 1959. The Galveston, Texas, native was in the Army's infantry from 194452. The former FOWT continues to live in Galveston. ESTEBAN M. VILLAPOL, 67, joined the SIU in the port of New York in June 1948. The FOWT was bom in Venezuala, but calls Balti­ more home. JOHN VORCHAK JR^, 65, joined the Sea­ farers in the port of Houston in Febmary 1960. The deckhand sailed aboard many Sea-Land vessels. He lives in Wilmington, Calif. JAMES F. WELCH, 74, joined the union in the port of New York in March 1949. The retiring engine de­ partment member now lives in Brooklyn. JOHN WOZUNKJR., 57, was also a tug captain. He joined the SIU in 1964 in the port of Philadelphia and upgraded his rating in 1973. The Somerdale, N.J. native plans to retire there. GREAT LAKES DONALD D. MENTER, 55, joined the union in July 1961 in the port of Sault Ste. Marie. The Oswego, N.Y., native was an oiler, sailing^hostly on Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co. vessels. He lives in Conneaut, Ohio. LEO R. TROY, 65, joined the SIU in June 1960 in the port of De­ troit. The deck­ hand served in the Army from 1941-47. Brother Troy continues to call Detroit his home. m if J-', • RAILROAD MARINE GEORGE A. BUCHANAN, 62, joined the Seafarers in the port of Norfolk in July 1959. Bom in Salva, N.C., he sailed as a deck­ hand on Chesapeake and Ohio Rail­ road tugs. Brother Buchanan lives in Smithfield, Va. GEORGE A. BUTLER, 62, joined the SIU in August 1963 in the port of New York. A deck­ hand, sailing pri­ marily on Erie-Lackawana Railroad Marine Department vesssels, the Passaic, N.J., native now resides in Eastport, Maine. SALVATORE NOTARILE, 62, ship[>ed as a cap­ tain aboard ErieLackawana tugboats at its New York Cross Harbor terminal and its Brooklyn Eastem District ter­ minal. He joined the union in Octo­ ber 1963 in the port of New York and has made Red Bank, N.J., home. INLAND WILLIAM A. UMPHLETT, 67, joined the Seafarers in his hometown port of Norfolk in 1964. The tugboat cap­ tain sailed on Al­ lied Towing Co. vessels. He calls White Stone, Va., home. • --s:; felcf ©«eMoe^,efe. for dwSlDi'ai'miMS v V V ; J"; • • • •'A i- Ufa-" �14 SEAFARiRS LOS ence Willey. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked to cooperate in keep­ ing mess halls and laundry clean. Special vote of thanks to Steward Paul Cox and Chief Cook Clarence Willey for excep­ tional Thanksgiving and Christmas din­ ners. Esr Ships minutes are teviewPd h^ the unions 4;&: upon receipt of the ships minutes. "" ^:-C: •:kv ','i.-. ., * ~ - — USNS LYNCH (Mar Shipping Co.), Oc­ tober 29—Chairman Larry Manry, Sec­ retary and Deck Delegate Henry Richard, Treasurer Billy Paiante. Clean­ ing of mess hall is everyone's responsi­ bility. Chairman talked with Jacksonville agent about switching departments. De­ cided it would cause conflicts,^ various ports. Engineers told ofcrew'sbattfroom; it will be fixed in yard. Chairman talked with crew about importance of timely payments of union dues. Steward department doing good job. Steward upset that he could not inspect stores be­ cause they arrive too close to sailing time. Not enough time to check stores properly. Engine department reports beef about OMU's duties. Steward depart­ ment said stores should be put onboard in time for ship and crew's inspection. No beefs in deck department. LOGs and welfare forms received. A new entertain­ ment system was brought up and new an­ tenna installed. l-»k W:sX ':' r i V' E E- Christmas Dinner at Sea The mess hall of theSea-Land Express is decorated for the holiday dinner. Members of the galley crew include, from the left. Chief Steward Joe John­ son, Chief Cook Charlie Gooch and Steward Assistant Harry Bourne. fW: USNS ALTAIR(Bay Tankers, Inc.), November 11—Chairman Larry Ambrous. Secretary Roosevelt J. Martin, En­ gine Delegate Paul D. Remium, Steward Delegate Ralph A. Farr. Bosun reports ship is going to Norfolk, Va. but that is subject to change. Crew asked contracts department to pursue imple­ mentation of the standard contract on all SIU vessels engaged in providing sup­ plies for Operation Desert Shield. Stew­ ard mentioned the ship has received two VCRs and one went to the 0-2 level and the other to the 0-5 level. Also received two new microwave ovens and installed them in each mess hall. Deck and engine delegates wanted steward to post on the chalkboard in galley when linen is changed. Steward's reply: "Will be 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. every Saturday." Feed­ ing of Egyptian salesmen was okayed after a crew vote. Key machine and locks are on order by the company from chief mate. Will check on getting a sys­ tem for the crew to mail letters in foreign ports from ship. CAPEDUCATOilOM), November 25—Chairman William E. Lough, Sec­ retary Raymond L. Jones, Education Di­ rector J. Griffith, Deck Delegate Harlan G. Lay, Engine Delegate Mi­ chael S. Novak, Stewards Delegate David M. Rogers. Crew is hungry for news. Still reading August 15 L.A. Times. Request old Seafarer LOGs. En­ gine department beef on OMU or oiler wages. T-shirt committee established. - j-v J $10-12 cap decided upon; will begin to collect funds. Captain says members can­ not trade movies as they are company property. Keep antennas strung in a neat, discreet, seamanlike manner. Money re­ lays will be sent as they have been. Need overtime sheets and book renewal forms. No beefs or disputed OT from the deck or steward delegates. GUAYAMA (Puerto Rico Marine), No­ vember 18—Chairman G,R. Kidd, Sec­ retary J. Chacon. Please have someone check ^tenna. Vote of thanks to steward department for good job on Thanksgiv­ ing and every day at sea. ITS PHILADELPHIA (Sheridan Trans­ portation Co.), November 25—Chair­ man V.T. Nielsen, Secretary and Treasurer John C. Bamman, Deck Dele­ gate Ronald Gillette, Engine Delegate B. Camacho, Steward Delegate Ali Hydoin. Crew urged to upgrade at Piney Point. Steward department given vote of thanks for wonderful Thanksgiving meal. Next port: New York. OVERSEAS HARRIETTE (Maritime Overseas), November 11—Chairman W.D. Jefferson, Secretary J. White, Ed­ ucation Director David Williams, Deck Delegate Lawrence Parker, Engine Del­ egate J. Williams Jr., Stewards Dele­ gate Leon J. Grut. Company asked SIU to ship engine room relief so watch stander could have time off boat. SIU complied. Crew asked SIU to investigate reason for delay in receiving vacation checks. The men also inquired on pay differential when the ship was chartered by Germany. Ship will be at anchor in Congo River while unloading cargo. There will be no launch service, but cap­ tain will pay each person who attains own boat ride to shore ($5 as con­ tracted). Education director asked each member to go to Piney Point to upgrade as soon as possible, for his own good. 75 new ntovies were purchased this trip. No beefs or disputed OT from any depart­ ment. The chief would like for everyone to be more precise when writing in his OT. Next port: Congo. SEA-LAND CONSUMER (Sea-Land Service), November 18—Chairman Wil­ liam Mortier, Secretary E, Vasquez, En­ gine Delegate Jose E. Villot Jr. Everything running smoothly. No beefs or disputed OT. Payoff in Elizabeth, N.J. on arrival. Vote of thanks given crew and steward department for a nice job. Next port: San Juan. ULTRAMAR (American Marine Trans­ port), December 23—Chairman Paul King, Secretary R.R. Poovey, Educa­ tional Director Doug Turner, Steward Delegate Glenn Bertrand. Deck depart­ ment reports beef as mates doing AB work. No beefs or disputed OT from en­ gine or steward departments. Crew re­ ports need for new chairs and couches in lounge. Steward department was com­ mended and thanked. EQUALITY STATE (lOM), December 28—Chairman Wilfredo Rice, Secretary Pat Rawley, Education Director Steve Foster. Some crew rooms still flooding and problem with water reported. Beef with food. Leftovers are too old. Need more communications from union. Elec­ tion held for new ship's secretaiy. FALCON CHAMPION (Seahawk), De­ cember 30—Chairman T.S. Barnes, Sec­ retary M.P. Cox, Education Director D.R. Ingram, Deck Delegate Scott J. Jones, Engine Delegate Michael J. Langenbach, Steward Delegate Ciar- ' GAL VESTON BA /(Sea-Land Ser­ vices), December 23—Chairman David Manson, Secretary R. Hicks, Education Director Michael Kovach. Captain will close the books out for the year by check only. Chairman received message stating there will be no relief due to Persian Gulf crisis; Eight extra men are to ride ship. Ship will pay off in Elizabeth, N.J. Vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. Crew lounge needs coffee maker. GOPHER STA TE (Interocean Manage­ ment Corp.), December 9—Chairman John E. Stout, Secretary B. Stearns, En­ gine Delegate RJ. Baumgardner, Stew­ ard Delegate Robert A. Lang. No beefs or disputed OT reported. LOGs and mail received periodically. Crew reports one washing machine broken. Steward tak­ ing measures to correct cold food com­ ing out of galley. Crew suggested messman continue making coffee during meals. Ht/MACAO (Puerto Rico Marine), De­ cember 9—Chairman L. Rodrigues, Sec­ retary Cassia B. Carter Jr., Education Director Charles Clausen, Steward Del­ egate D. Herrera. Water cooler on crew's deck, which was supposed to be installed in Elizabeth last trip, is still not there. Captain says will be installed this trip. Ship will pay off in Elizabeth. Chair­ man reminded those getting off to leave rooms clean. Deck department wants to know why San Juan longshoremen do not secure the hatches with hair pins, as in other ports. Deck crew is doing . longshoremen's job. Crew is receiving LOGs and mail periodically. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. HUMACAO (Puerto Rico Marine), De­ cember 30—Chairman L. Rodrigues, Secretary Henry Gallckl, Deck Delegate D. Miller, Engine Delegate C. Clausen, Steward Delegate D. Herrera. Water fountain fixed and replaced on crew's deck. Chairman and crew thanked Stew­ ard Skippy Galicki and Chief Cook Danny Herrera for great Christmas din­ ner. LOG read and discussed. Ship may be going to yard at end of month for 10 days. May keep crew. Everything run­ ning smoothly. Still cannot keep longshoremen out of mess halls in San Juan. They eat up everything in sight. Next port: Elizateth, N.J. LAWRENCE GIANELLA (Ocean Ships), December 16—Chairman P. Hulsenbosch, Secretary D. Cunning­ ham, Education Director D. Gardener, Deck Delegate Donald E. Gates, Engine Delegate Earnest Lacunga Jr. Last meeting's minutes read. Nordic Track Exerciser was bought with'$480 of ship's fund and $108 donated by com­ pany. Procedures for disposal of plastics brought to new crewmembers' attention. Payoff for year's end will be Jan. 1. Chairman made everyone aware of alco­ hol testing program. Education director said education and Piney Point were two forces joining together to protnote excel­ lent seamanship. $12 reported currently in ship's fund. Chairman notified crew of new vice presidents, wishing VPs good luck. Captain Worth donated radio/cassette player for exercise room. Crew reminded to not slam doors and to help keep laundry room clean. Chairman said entire crew is of the opinion steward department is one of finest — firom stew­ ard-baker to chief cook to GSUs. They are truly a credit to SIU and deserve spe­ cial thanks. USNS LYNCH (Mar Shipping), Decem­ ber 12—Chairman Larry Manry. Dis­ abled lifeboat engine replaced. 30-ton AC unit went out, but temporarily fixed. Repair parts ordered. Not enough time to check stores out when they arrived. Chairman talked with engineers to fix crew's toilet in the port of Mobile. AC 'i' " I parts should be there as well. Request for patrolman in Mobile. Not enough money for draws and payoff. Chairman asked for courtesy from crewmembers when eating. New education director to try to get books for deck and engine depart­ ment upgrading to study and learn. No disputed OT in any department. Steward delegate reports AC causing sleep, prob­ lems. Radio operator working on new TV system. MA YAGUEZ(Puerto Rico Marine), De­ cember 30—Chairman Victor L. Kelsey, Secretary Jose Ross, Education Director Jon Walsh. Ship to be paid in Puerto Rico Jan. 1. No beefs or disputed OT in any department. ITS MOBILE (Sheridan Transportation), December 2—Chairman Fred Jen­ sen, Secretary Gregory K. Lee. Chairman told crew he has asked to have patrolman meet ship several times but has yet to see one. Deck delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew asked for copies of new agreement and to have patrolman come to vessel and explain it. Next port: New York. NEDLLOYD HUDSON (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), December 30—Chairman John Neff, Secretary R.G. Connolly, Educa­ tion Director Mike Overgaard, Deck Delegate Jose A. Martinez, Steward Delegate M. Hassan. Chairman reported receiving telex from union concerning no reliefs until further notice. Requests reconsidering the order, considering ship­ board circumstances. Bosun discussed drugs testing procedures. Crew com­ mends chief cook and GSUs for very good job on food and keeping things in order. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. NEWARK 0A Y(Sea-Land Service), December 30—Chairman John Frazier, Secretary E.M. Douroudous, Deck Dele­ gate William E. Lowen, Engine Dele­ gate David Simmons, Steward Delegate Jerome Johnson. Chairman reports tele­ gram received regarding new SIU posi­ tions on permanent and relief jobs. No beefs or disputed OT in deck or engine departments. Stewards department re­ ports OT dispute. Crew requests new washer and dryer. Continued on page 15 Obregon Captain Dies Captain Joseph S. Roney, master of the S.S. PFC Eugene A. Obregon, died aboard ship of a heart attack in Rota, Spain Nov. 26. The crew reported his death in its' ship's minutes dated Dec. 9. The mem­ bers also included the following state­ ment on their friend: "Unlicensed seaman lost a good fiiend and supporter. ... He will be missed by all of the,Obregon crew. Augie Tellez, SIU assistant vice president, wrote the crew: "We are sad­ dened by your loss. I had an opportunity to spend some time with Captain Roney when I was in Spain and found him, as you put it, a good friend and supporter of the unlicensed seaman. ..." Captain Roney, right, picks up his lunch from Chief Cook "Big Al" Hendricks onboard the PFC Eu­ gene A. Obregon. 1.-.'L mm �mRUARY 7997 Ships' Digests Continued from page 14 OMI CHAMPION (OMl), December 1—Chairman J.B. Wilson, Secretary G. Meivin, Education Director David Davis, Deck Delegate Mark Lance, En­ gine Delegate Wayne Lanear, Steward Delegate Donald Williams. Still waiting on word from SIU pertaining to restric­ tions to ship from previous voyage. Chairman reports good' voyage, crew is pleasure to sail with. Looking for good bunch of replacements as many are get­ ting off. Secretary reports crew is wait­ ing for word about disputed OT from last payoff. Treasurer noted need to de­ cide during next voyage how to generate money for new VCR and tapes. No beefs or disputed OT this trip from any depart­ ment. Vote of thanks to steward depart­ ment for good food, service. Next port: Honolulu. side aboard ship. Crew also voiced con­ cern about the port at which the mem­ bers needed to register to reclaim their jobs. Next port: Port Arthur, Texas. RFC EUGENE A. OBREGON (Water­ man), December 9—Chairman J.D. Fos­ ter, Secretary Patrick D. Helton, Deck Delegate Robert G. Van Brunt, Engine Delegate John L. McCabe, Steward Del­ egate Albert L. Hendricks. Chairman reported he thoroughly enjoyed working with all crewmembers. Thanked steward department for outstanding job and called them the finest steward depart­ ment afloat. Education director declared anyone eligible should attend Piney Point as soon as possible. No beefs or OT disputes from any department. SEA-LAND ATLANTIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), December 16—Chairman M.A. Galliano, Secretary John Darrow, Edu- by all. Presents were received from Seaman's Church of Houston and Seaman's Club of Filexstowe, England. Education director says all movies should be returned to captain per his di­ rection. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Vote of thanks to steward department for wonderful Christmas din­ ner. No LOGs or mail received yet. Crew asked to help keep ship clean. Next port: Houston. SEA-LAND QUALITY (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), December 9—Chairman C. James, Secretary J. De Lise, Deck Dele­ gate Bobby L. Riddick, Steward Dele­ gate William Perry. Chairman plans to ask patrolman about smoking on bridge. Members asked to not put their feet on chairs and tables. Treasurer reports $120 in ship's fund. Chief steward is leaving after payoff, will leave fund with cap­ tain. Deck and steward delegates report OMI CHARGER (OMl), December 30—Chairman F. Schwartz, Secretary Neville Johnson, Deck Delegate D.B. Campbell, Engine Delegate Nathaniel Lamb, Stewards Delegate Herbert Archer. Chairman expects year-end pay­ off in Texas City, Texas. After mattress inspection, secretary will order needed new ones with 120 days storing. Educa­ tion director urged everyone to attend Piney Point. He also reminded the crew to use the gym system. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. The crew wished Captain Rogers a speedy recovery. Next port: Texas City. OMI COLUMBIA (OMI), December 30—Chairman James L. Carter, Secretaiy Chester R. Moss, Education Direc­ tor A. Bombita, Deck Delegate J.A. Casugay. Chairman informed crew of six extra men from union hall to clean up from ship repair. Reported news from headquarters: No more trips off for next 60 days. Education director reported one GSU getting off to upgrade. Encouraged more to follow suit. Treasurer reported $400 in ship's fund. No beefs, no dis­ puted OT in any departments. Stewards thanked for Christmas dinner. OMI MISSOURI (OMI), December 16—Chairman Carl L. Francum, Secre­ tary Ernie Hoitt, Engine Delegate Nich­ olas Fablia, Steward Delegate RLE. Thomas. Beef about officers getting paid off night of arrival and crew not get­ ting paid off until next day without that day's pay. Chairman reports ship head­ ing for Norfolk, Va. Treasurer reports bosun's wife brought 30 VCR tapes this trip and will bring another 30 next trip, with about 120 movies on them. Steward delegate stated more portion control foods should be put on ships with 3-man departments. Chief cook shouldn't have to make everything from scratch. No other beefs, no disputed OT. Stewards department received vote of thanks for great Thanksgiving dinner and job well done during voyage. Radio operator Ron Dole also thanked for letting crew have access to video tapes and for his newslet­ ters about world events. Next port: Nor­ folk, Va. OVERSEAS CHICAGO (Maritime: Overseas), December 27—Chairman George A. Giraud, Secretary C. Navarro. Chairman reported end of year payoff to occur in Hawaii Dec. 30. Then ship going back to Valdez, Alaska. No beefs or disputed OT. Next port: Valdez, Alaska. OVERSEAS HARRIETTE (Maritime Overseas), December 2—Chairman W.D. Jefferson, Secretary Jonathan White, Education Director David Wil­ liams, Deck Delegate Lawrence Par­ ker, Engine Delegate J. Williams Jr., Stewards Delegate Leon J. Grut. No launch service in Banana, Zaire. Fresh water was low; captain cut off water to crew only at certain times. Deck depart­ ment has many disputed OT hours. En­ gine and stewards departments have no beefs or OT disputes. Received LOG in Zaire. Crew asked union to investigate officers' guests from port eating on crew disputed OT. Vote of thanks extended to steward department. SEA-LAND VALUE (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), Dec. 30—Chairman G.A. Burke, Secretary M. McDermott, Education Di­ rector S.J. Kues. Chairman reports ev­ erything going smoothly. No beefs or disputed OT reported from any depart­ ment. LOGs are being received. Stew­ ards commended on well prepared Christmas dinner. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. USNSSEALIFTPACIFIC(iMC), De­ cember 24—Chairman Ferdinand Gongora, Secretary Bill Collins, Deck Delegate Dave Knuth, Engine Delegate Joseph A. Michael, Steward Delegate James Robinson. No beefs or disputed OT. Steward asked crew to return dishes and silverware to galley, as there are no steward assistants. Special thanks to radio operator Sonja M. Clements for keeping Christmas spirit alive by pur­ chasing two Christmas trees. Crew dis­ cussed poor mail delivery. Several members said they had not received mail since coming aboard more than 30 days ago. Asked union for help. Next port: Greece. USNS WORTHY(US Marine Manage­ ment Inc.), December 29—Secretary Vikki Van Buren, Deck Delegate Al­ bert Austin Jr., Engine Delegate Jack Stevenson, Steward Delegate Andrew Isom. Deck delegate requested more reading and educational material. Stew­ ards had personal beef. No ship's fund at this time due to recent manning of vessel from MSG. Next port: Bergen, Norway. Preparing for a Life Boat Drill Crewmembers aboard a ship heading for the Persian Gulf make sure the lifeboats are In proper working condition. cation Director E.A. Richman, Deck Delegate Alex Vincent. Chairman an­ nounced expected arrival in Charleston Dec. 19. Shortage of foods, lack of vari­ ety. Message received concerning sus­ pension of relief for permanent people. No beefs or disputed OT reported from departments. Antenna partially repaired; some rooms still lack working antennae. Next port: Charleston, S.C. SEA-LAND CHALLENGER (SeaLand Service), December 9—Chairman S. Ballo, Secretary L. Ferales, Educa­ tion Director D. Baker, Deck Delegate JJ. Bermudez. Crew reminded of un­ safe conditions with gangway in Jack­ sonville. Secretary reports no major problems. No beefs or disputed OT. Edu­ cation director encourages upgrading at Piney Point. SEA-LAND DISCOVERY (Sea-Land Service), December 23—Chairman Harry Fisher, Secretary Jose R. Colls, Deck Delegate Reyes Flores, Engine Delegate Pedro Gago, Stewards Dele­ gate Jorge Salazar. Crew awaiting pa­ trolman for payoff. Ship to lay up some time next month in Tampa, Fla. Beef about gangway. Steward thanked the crew for keeping messroom and pantry clean. Crew gave vote of thanks to stew­ ard department. A letter received on per­ manent jobs. Deck delegate reported beef. Engine and stewards departments report no beefs, no disputed OT. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. SEA-LAND EXPEDITION (Sea-Land Service), December 31—Chairman Mar­ vin ZImbro, Education Director David J. Dukehart. Crew reminded to keep mess hall clean and to let the captain know if member is getting off. Steward .delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or OT disputes from other departments. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward de­ partment for a job well done. SEALAND INTEGRITY (Sea-Land Service), December 30—Chairman E. Wallace, Secretary N. Evans, Education Director A.O. Cuevos, Deck Delegate H. Smith, Engine Delegate V. Limon, Steward Delegate J. O'Reilly. Telex on no reliefs posted. Referral to patrolman. Chairman reports everything running smoothly. A merry Christmas was had no beefs or disputed OT. Engine depart­ ment reports OT dispute from electri­ cian. Vote of thanks for steward department for a job well done. Next port: Boston. SEA-LAND PACIFIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), December 26—Chairman M. Whitsitt, Secretary M.S. Scardino, Deck Delegate Bob Trainer, Engine Delegate Larry Mills, Stewards Dele­ gate Kassam A. Harhara. Chairman re­ ported payoff to be Dec. 30 in Long Beach. $50 reported in ship's fund. Edu­ cation director expressed need for mem­ bers to upgrade at Piney Point, stressing job security. Engine and steward depart­ ments reported disputed OT. No beefs or OT disputes in deck department. Re­ ceived telex about no reliefs due to Pers­ ian Gulf events, and received Christmas greetings from headquarters. Clarifica­ tion requested as to which AB will stand which watch when taking jobs from union hall. Answer: First aboard gets first choice unless specified on shipping card. Crew getting off asked to clean quarters. Chief electrician only received $20 per day subsistence and lodging. Of­ ficers reported to have two washers, crew only one. Steward department thanked for good food selection and for Christmas spread. Oakland terminal has forbidden officers and crew from park­ ing in Sea-Land lot. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND VALUE (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), December 8—Chairman Gerald M. Lopes, Secretary L.E. Winfield, Ed­ ucation Director SJ. Kues, Deck Dele­ gate Enrique Velez, Steward Delegate Stanley J. Kriptosiak. Safety meeting held Nov. 23. Payoff to be at Elizabeth, N.J. Nothing in ship's fund. No beefs, no V •i'" -f' ^ USNSBELLATRIX(Bay Tankers), January 20—Chairman R.M. Wiles, Secretaiy Clarence D. Coleman, Educa­ tional Director Michael Johnson, Deck Delegate R. Haggery, Engine Delegate R.W. Wolfe, Steward Delegate Hazel Johnson Jr. Chairman noted crew's re­ quest for athletic equipment, library books and VCR tapes. He said aft crew needed VCR and television. Educational director urged members to attend Lundeberg School. Steward delegate re­ ported beef about lack of pay for feeding extra personnel aboard vessel. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and en­ gine delegates. Crewmembers stated they were looking forward to shore time in United States. 1.3. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (Sea-Land Service), December 30—Chairman Jack Edwards, Secretary John Bulawan, Ed­ ucation Director M. Bang, Deck Dele­ gate Troy Smith, Engine Delegate Mike Veigel, Steward Delegate John Shaw. Chairman reports ETA Long Beach, Calif, on Jan. 7. Crew fund remains at $70; received no additional funds. Re­ ceived LOGs in Long Beach. Shore gang members should not feed before crewmembers are fed, as happened in Oakland. Next port: Oakland. ""'M m AMERICAN HERITAGE (Apex Ma rine), January 6—Chairman Clyde J. Smith, Secretary A. Holland, Educa­ tional Director W. Robinson, Deck Dele­ gate J. Cooper, Engine Delegate Kevin Quinlan, Steward Delegate John Col­ lins. Chairman announced ship will pay off in the Virgin Islands on January 9. He urged all members to keep working in a safe and orderly manner. No beefs or disputed OT reported. .'3 Shipboard Meeting Heid Members on the Sea-Land Enterprise take part in a shipboard meeting. �* fgyiwwn I T'tJ, • SEAFARERS EOG . ,f; ;'^:y' v^s.. Applications A vailable For Union's 1991 Scholarship Program li '• %•'• iS' m- '' :'t: . "rJV;.; :V:j: " • i5'- i( • .-'I • •' ':•": • - nfe ••:•?:" • :;h. /:.; :• • Some 35 years ago, the Seafarers International Union's Atlantic and Gulf District became the first maritime union in America to establish a scholarship program to help quali­ fied members and their dependents finance college and vo­ cational education. Every year, four scholarships are given to children of SlU members. These are worth $15,000 each over a fouryear period at the college of the winner's choice. In addition, three scholarships are reserved annually for SlU members, themselves. One is a $15,000 four-year scholarship. Each of the other two is a $6,000 two-year scholarship for study at a vocational school or community collie. Since the inception of the program, the impartial commit­ tee of professional educators from the college and univer­ sity level has awarded 184 scholarships to Seafarers and their children. It has produced doctors, lawyers, engineers, pharmacists, librarians, teachers, computer specia ists and scientists—most of whom have pointed out that without the SlU's help, they never would have had the opportunity to pursue their education. 'V The scholarship materials are available at any SlU union hall. Prospective applicants also may request a copy by filling in the re­ quest form below. Mail the completed form to: SIU Scholarship Program Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 . "r.- ;.v '•..'',^•.1 '-y . l IJlease send me the 1991 SIU Scholarship Program booklet which JL contains eligibility information, procedures for applying and the application form. I E I Name I Book Number I Address City, State, Zip Code Telephone number This application is for • Self • Dependent. ' ' " • ^ 2/91 April 15,1991 is the submission deadline. Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safe­ guarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recom­ mendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and InI^d Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trust­ ees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and manage­ ment representatives and their alter­ nates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquar­ ters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and senior­ ity are protected exclusively by con­ tracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and avail­ able in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU mem­ ber works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their con­ tract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper man­ ner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union offlcial fails to protect their contrac­ tual rights properly, they should con­ tact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the po­ litical purposesof any individual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This estab­ lished policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should im­ mediately be reported to Union head­ quarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should ob­ tain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immedi­ ately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employ­ ment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fiind. Its proceeds are used to further its ob­ jects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, so­ cial and economic interests of mari­ time workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such ob­ jects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective of­ fice. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or' received becauseof force, job discrim­ ination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of em­ ployment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafar­ ers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his economic, political and so­ cial interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU Pres­ ident Michael Sacco at headquar­ ters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. �•' ^v. WiuMYm rtures ' >\ DEEP SEA -'^_- -C' 'i m MICHAEL T. BRADY Michael T. Brady, 39, died early last year. The engine de­ partment crewman joined the SIU in February 1970 in the port of New York. Brother Brady hailed from Pennsylva­ nia. WALTER G. BUTTERTON SR. Pensioner Walter G. Butterton Sr., 65, passed away Jan. 1,1991. The Vir­ ginia na­ tive joined the union in August 1946 in Norfolk, Va. and grad­ uated from the bosun recertification program at Piney Point in 1973. Brother Butterton re­ tired in 1984. RONALDCANADY Pensioner Ronald Canady, 56, passed away Dec. 25, 1990. The deck department member from Geor­ gia joined the union in August 1955 in the port of Savannah. He retired in 1989. SALVATORE CAPRIOCA Salvatore Caprioca, 60, died Dec. 25,1990. The able bodied seaman was an active member at the time of his death. Brother Caprioca joined the SIU in 1980 in the port of New York, his hometown. He was a five-year Marine veteran. DOMENICK CIANCI Domenick Cianci, 32, passed away Dec. 23,1990. Bom in Camden, N.J., he joined the union in the port of Philadel­ phia in May 1984. He was an active member at the time of his death. JAMES E. COLLINS Pensioner James E. Collins, 65, passed away Nov. 29,1990. The Georgia-bom steward joined the union in 1952 in the port of New York. Brother Col­ lins retired in July, 1986. GEORGE D. COOPER George D. Coo­ per, 46, died Dec. 12,1990. He was an active member of the union who joined in the port of Wilmington, Calif, in 1989. The deck department member was bom in Yonkers, N.Y. ANTONIO COSPITO Pensioner Antonio Cospito, 80, passed away Dec. 28,1990. Bom in Union City, N.J., he joined the SIU in March 1958 in the port of New York. Brother Cospito started sailing in the engine room, eventually working in the deck and stew­ ard departments as well. He also served aboard the S.S. Ra­ phael Semmes in voyages to South Vietnam during that war. MIKE DIKUN Pensioner Mike Dikun, 71, passed away Jan. 13. He joined the SIU in June 1943 in the en­ gine department. Brother Dikun was a Pennsylvania na­ tive who retired in March 1980. ANTHONY FERRARA Pensioner Anthony Ferrara, 70, passed away Dec. 21, 1990. The able bodied seaman up­ graded his rating at the Lundeberg School to AB un­ limited. He joined the union in January 1949 in the port of New York, his hometown. Brother Ferrara retired in April 1986. DAVID T. GOLDEN David T. Golden, 37, died Nov. 3, 1990. The Phila­ delphia native, a Piney *oint graduate, was a Navy vet­ eran who eamed the National Defense Service Medal in 1975. Brother Golden, a third cook, was an active SIU mem­ ber. JUAN M. GONZALEZ Pensioner Juan M. Gonzalez, 88, died July 8, 1990 of cancer. Bom in Havana, Cuba, he joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in June 1950. Brother Gonzalez, a steward, retired in 1968. WILFRED E. GRANT Wilfred E. Grant, 93, passed away Dec. 15, 1990 in the Bronx, N.Y. of natural causes. A char­ ter member of the SIU, Brother Grant joined in the port of Bos­ ton in November 1938. He sailed in the steward depart­ ment. He was bom in Barbados and retired in 1964. JASPER HARMASON Jasper Harmason, 64, died Dec. 29,1990. He joined the union in the port of Houston in July 1967 as a steward. The Louisiana native served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. His last working day was in Febmaiyl987. HARRILL HILL Harrill Hill, 62, passed away Dec. 24,1990. He joined the imion in the port of San Fran­ cisco in Febmary 1967. Brother Hill, a member of the steward department, was bom in Texas and served in the Army from 1952 to 1955. JOHN E. LONG Pensioner John E. Long, 68, died Jan. 12. Long, who sailed ¥<"• in the galley gang, joined the SIU in the port of Norfolk, Va. in May 1955. Brother Long, a native of Pickens, W. Va., was a 10-year Navy veteran, serv­ ing from 1943 to 1953. ROSE M. LOVERIN Pensioner Rose M. Loverin, 72, passed away Oct. 28, 1990. Sister Loverin, an Oregon na­ tive, joined the union in 1968 in the port of San Francisco. She was a steward before retir­ ing in 1980. JOHN McCARVILLE Pensioner John McCarville, 72, died Nov. 28, 1990. The Bos­ ton native sailed with the Marine Cooks and Stewards Union and, after the 1978 MCS merger with the SIU-AGLIWD, shipped with the SIU. He retired in 1983. ROBERT F.MYRICK Pensioner Robert F. Myrick, 78, passed away Jan. 2. Bom in Illi­ nois, he worked in the deck crew from the time he joined the union in October 1944 in the port of New York. His trav­ els took him to Vietnam during the war, and he retired in 1977 as an able bodied seaman. OSCAR OZER Pensioner Oscar Ozer, 62, passed away Dec. 18,1990. He joined the SlU in the port of New York in 1955 and sailed in the black gang, later switch­ ing to the steward department. Brother Ozer was a Philadel­ phia native. JAN RANI Pensioner Jan Rani, 85, died Dec. 20, 1990 of a heart at­ tack after along bout with Paikinson's disease. He joined the SIU in April 1943 in the port of New York and retired as an able bodied seaman in 1970. The Philippine native lived in Brooklyn. JOHN W. SAMSEL John W. Samsel, 65, passed away Jan. 30,1990. The deck depart­ ment member, bom in Southingto n. Conn., joined the union in the port of Boston in August 1944. Brother Samsel died in New Orleans. the union in November, 1953 in the port of New York. He re­ tired in 1985. ALEX SANTIAGO Alex San­ tiago, 36, died early last year. Bom in Santurce, P.R.he graduated from the Lundeberg School in January 1975' Brother Santiago saw ac­ tion in Viemam while in the Army, eaming a National De­ fense Service Medal. He was an active QMED at the time of his death. MAX P. SAROL Pensioner Max P. Sarol, 86, died of a heart at­ tack Jan. 8. The former chief cook joined the union in the port of New York in April 1953. Brother Sarol, bom in Hawaii, retired in 1976. He was buried in Glenwood Me­ morial Park in Bromall, Penn. RONALD M. SAUNDERS Pensioner Ronald M. Saunders, 72, passed away Dec. 14,1990. He joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1955 in the port of Portland, Ore., working his way to chief steward. The Seattle native, who joined the SIU after the 1978 merger, became a recerti­ fied steward at the Lundeberg School in 1982. ADAM E.SLOWIK Pensioner Adam E. Slowik, 76, died of compli­ cations following heart sur­ gery Dec. 17,1990. He sailed in the en­ gine room after joining the union in the port of New York in July 1944. Brother Slowik retired to Chicago in 1980 and was buried in Mt. Emblem Cemetery in nearby Elm hurst. HOMER STARLING Homer Starling, 82, died Jan. 2. He retired as a QMED. He joined the SIU in Febmary 1939 in the port of Mobile and received a safety award in 1960. The Mississippi native was a three-year Navy veteran and eight-year Coast Guard veteran. He last sailed in August 1973. AQUILINO S. VILLARIZA Pensioner Aquilino S. Villariza, 71, passed away Jan. 4,1991. The cook, bom in Iliolo City, Philippines, joined ROBERT M.TULLER Pensioner Robert M. Tuller, 62, died of cancer Dec. 25, 1990. An engine room sea­ farer bom in Montpelier, Vt., he joined the union in the port of San Francisco in March 1962. A World War II veteran. Brother Tuller was buried in the Spring Road Cemetery in Tumbridge, Vt. INLAND RICHARD E. BRISSON Richard E. Brisson, 57, died re­ cently. He was bom in Stillwa­ ter, Minn., and joined the SIU in the port of Norfolk in May 1975. A retired Navy veteran (1952-1973), he sailed as a chief engineer primarily on Al­ lied Towing Corp. vessels. BENJAMIN H. HAYMAN Pensioner Benjamin H. Hayman, 75, passed away Dec. 24, 1990. The tug captain was bom in Columbia, N.C., and joined the union in December 1972 in the port of Baltimore. He was a Navy veteran. Brother Hayman retired in 1985. HERBERT W. MATHEWS Pensioner Herbert E. Mathews, 71, passed away Jan. 2. He joined the SIU in the port of Norfolk, Va., his hometown, in May 1961. Brother Mathews retired in 1981. WILLIAM D. SAVAGE Pensioner William D. Sav­ age, 64, died of cancer Dec. 11, 1990. A tankerman, he joined the union in May 1969 in the port of New Orleans. The former Marine was bom in Louisiana and shipped on Dixie Carriers ves­ sels. He retired in 1986. Burial was at Garden of Memories Cemetery in Gray, La. '•'S GREAT LAKES JAMES W. BIEL James W. Biel, 78, passed away Dec. 20,1990. The Penn­ sylvania native was a dredgeman who joined the union in July 1961 in the port of Erie, Penn. His last active working day was in 1974. Continued on page 18 �SCAFARERS LOG 18 Harry Lundeberg School Graduates Four Classes Continued from page 17 JOHN J. DOYLE Pensioner John J. Doyle, 75. lost a battle to cancer and .Alzheimer's disease Jan. 6. He joined the SIU in June 1964 in the port of Detroit. The wheelsman was bom in Pittsburgh and had retired in 1982. , CHRISTOPHER J. HARRINGTON Vs|sf ,.,J;'"' ''• Trainee Lifeboat Claiss 464—Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 464 are (from left, kneeling) Terrance Dorsey, Garland Tyson, Avoirs Reid, William Kehoe, Robert Fenton, Malcolm Poe, Darren Walker, Peter Littman, Van Russ, (second row) Frank Markva, Mike Maynor, Robert Worrell, Marsha Dawson, Louis Mastrototaro, Granville Reader, Daniel Vasquez, Scott Doering, Andy Cook, Gordon Adams III, (third row) Shedrick Hunter, Alan Day, William Clifford and Ken Kehoe. . JOHN F. SCANLON Pensioner John P. Scanlon, 79. died Dec. 12. 1990. The oiler joined the union in 1961 in the port of Buffalo, shipping pri­ marily on Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co. and Meitilt vessels. The Buffalo na­ tive retired in 1976. Final Departures Christopher J. Harrington. 25. died Oct. 7, 1990. The Michigan native joined the union in May 1990 in the port of Algonac. He was an active SIU member at the time of his death. ARTHUR C, NOTTEN Pensioner Arthur C. Notten, 76, passed away Jan. 6. He was a lead deckhand who joined the SIU in October 1961 in Duluth, Minn. An Ashlaiid, Wis. native. Brother Notten retired in 1976. GERALD F. .SCOTT Pensioner Gerald F. Scott. 67. died Jan. 10. 1991 from a heart attack. The oiler was born in. Cleveland and joined the SIU in October 1961 in the port of Buffalo. An Anny veteran. Brother Scott sailed on Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co. vessels. He retired in 1985. Burial was at Calvary Cemetery in Cleveland. ATLANTIC FISHERMEN JOSEPH SCOLA Pensioner Joseph Scola. 77. died Jan. 8. 1991. The fisherman joined the SIU in the port of Boston in October 1939. Born in Springfield. 111. Brother Scola re­ tired in 1982. The SIU has created a new t-shirt design which is available to all our mem­ bers on a firstcome, firstserved basis. ;|||| •••'i.'VL, Trainee Lifeboat Class 465—Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat class 465 are (from left, kneeling) Mark'Castillo, Joshua Schmidt, Bradley Redoute, Kevin Reagan, Jamal Gregory, Ronald Yeatts, (second row) Leah Gay, Michael Rawlins, Trent Sterling,. Richard Russ, Joseph DeCicco, George Galanis, Erik Bekkelund, Sean Sullivan, (third row) James Ball Jr., Raymond Mulligan, William Kane, Bruce Bradley, Bobby Pytka, Mark Perry, Derek Fye and Chris Zubowicz. (Not pictured is James Lopez.) • The shirts feature the SIU logo in full color on the front and "Politics is Porkchops" in blue on the back. They are American-made. Please fill out the application below and mail it to: John Fay, Secretary-Treasurer Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Please send the new SIU t-shirt to: : NAME I ADDRESS I CITY, STATE, ZIP Firemen, Oilers, Watertenders—Moving up the ladder in the engine depart­ ment are these FOWT graduates. From the left are (front row) Carlton Lewis, Keith L. Jordan Sr., Roy Speed, Diana Thomas, Van Jones, Howard Schoenly, Bill Foley (instructor), (second row) Robert Lee Baptiste, Samuel Billups, James Clement, Michael Aubain, John Langley, Tim O. Burnett and Randolph Patterson. ' ir :,.'•! : SOCIAL SECURITY # BOOK # j PHONE # RATING j T-SHIRT SIZE (circle one) M XL 2/91 Seafarers Welfare Plan Notice -•• COBRA: Continuation Health Coverage v" Seafarers or their dependents who have lost eligibility for health care coverage under the rules and regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, may be eligible to purchase, at a premium, welfare coverage directly from the plan. Seafarers who have lost their eligibility for plan coverage must notify the plan of­ fice immediately to find out whether or not they or their dependents may elect to con­ tinue benefits under this program. To obtain more information about this program. Seafarers may call the member­ ship services office at: 1-800-CLAIMS-4 (1-800-252-4674) or may write to: UpgradefS Lifeboat—The members pictured above completed their lifeboat studies. learning about emergency drills, basic,compass navigation and the use of all lifeboat and life raft equipment. They are, from the left (front row) Rick Patek, Walt Ritvalsky, Jonathan Balico, Gregory Jfenkeins, Carlos Goncalves, Mark Storer, Lugmari Ali, (second row) Jake Karaczynski (instructor), David McComas (MSC),' Tim Thompson, Matthew Holley, Chuck Larson, Mark Stabler, Nicholas Carey, Thomas Merlino, Stephen Blanchard. Chris Martinez (MSC) and Phil Maguire (instructor) COBRA Program Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (The April 1989 edition of the Seafarers LOG contains a complete description of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act—or COBRA—program.) -J' T,.r - \'."i. ..'.j �FEBRUARY 1991 19 1991 UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE Oil Spill Course The following is the current course schedule for March-July 1991 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. All programs are geared to improve job skills of SIU members and to promote the American maritime industry. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's needs as well as the national emergency mobilization in the Persian Gulf. Completion Check-In Date Date April 1 April 5 May 13 May 17 June 24 June 28 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must he taken. 1 Course Oil Spill Prevention & Containment (1 week) t- - v-' : •; Deck Upgrading Courses Steward Upgrading Courses Check-In Completion Date Date March 18 April 26 May 13 June 21 July 8 August 16 All .students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Completion Check-In Date Date Course Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker, All open-ended (contact admissions Chief Cook, Chief Steward office for starting dates) Upon completion, all students will take a Sealift Familiarization class. Course Able Seaman Engine Upgrading Courses Lifeboatman March 4 March 15 March 18 March 29 April I April 12 April 15 April 26 April 29 May 10 - May 13 ; . May 24 • . May 27 June 7 June 10 June 21 June 24 July 5 July 8 July 19 July 22 August 2 Ship Handling March 18 March 29 May 27 - ; • June 7 June 24 July 5 Radar Observer Unlimited April 1 April 5 April 22 April 26 May 20 May 24 July8 July 12 Inland Deck Licenses June 10 August 16 Celestial Navigation April 22 May 10 August 2 July 15 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must he taken. March 29 Tankerman March 4 May 27 June 21 Completion Check-In Date Date May 13 August 2 March IS April 26 April 29 June 7 June 10 July 19 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class. April 15 May 24 Pumproom Maintenance & Operations May 24 April I Marine Electrical Maintenance Refrigeration Systems July 5 May 27 Maintenance & Operations April 12 Diesel Engine Technology March 18 August 16 Marine Electronics Technician May 27 May 17 Assistant Engineer (Deep Sea & Inland) March 11 July 19 Electro-Hydraulics June 10 May 17 Deep Sea/Inland Engineers March 11 May 10 Basic Electronics April 15 July 5 Hydraulics June 10 August 16 July 22 All students in the Engine Department will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. Course QMED-Any Rating Fireman/Watertender and Oiler 1991 Adult Education Schedule SHLSS Coilege Program Scheduie for 1991 FULL 8-week Sessions May 17 July 26 March 25 June 3 Check-In Date March 4 April 29 July 29 March 4 April 29 July 29 April 29 July 29 April 22 June 17 Course High School Equivalency (GED) • Adult Basic Education (ABE) Recertification Programs Completion Date May 6 July 8 Check-In Date March 25 June 3 Course Bosun Recertification Steward Recertification English as a Second Language (ESL) ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. DATE OF RATING DATE DISCHARGE VESSEL SHIPPED HELD UPGRADING APPLICATION Date of Birth. Namc- Mo. I)a> Year (Micldli.-) (I irsi) (l.ilsti Address. (Sirceli TclephoncL (Cilyl iSlalc) (Zrpt'odcl ) OArcaC'ode) Deep Sea Member • L^'kes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. Book #- Social Security #. • Yes • No Home.Port. t I am interested in the following course(s) checked below or indicated here if not listed Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program.' If ye.s. which program: from — • Yes Q No ^— to — Last grade of school completed • Yes . • No If yes, course(s) taken Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses.' Q. Yes Q No If yes, how many weeks have you completed'.' ^ Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement'.' • Yes • No Firefighting; • Yes • No CPR: • Yes • No Date available for training ^^^— —^ — DHCK — tJulcs atlcnJcii) Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses'.' Primary language spoken ^ DATE- SIGNATURE. Department. Seniority^ U.S. Citizen; Completion Date April 19 June 14 September 13 April 19 June 14 September 13 June 14 September 13 May 17 July 12 — • • • • • AB/Sealift I St Class Pilot Third Mate Radar Observer Unlimited Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat (Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation Q Simulator Course O Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Ivngine Technology • Assistant lingineer'C'hicf Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3rd lingineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems |~1 Automation • Hydraulics Q Marine Electronics Technician Al.1. DEPARTMENTS • Welding Q i-ifeboatman (Must, be taken with another course) ADUl.T EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) • High School liquivalency Program (GED) • Developmental Studies (DVS) • English as a Second Language (ESI.) • ABE/ESI. Lifeboa) Preparation STEWARD ENGINI-; • FOWT • QMEO—.Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Ideclronics) • • • • r~l Assistant Cook Utility Cook and Baker Chief Cook Chief .Steward Towboat Inland Cook COLLEGE PROGRAM • Associates in Arts Degree • Cenificate Programs .No Imnsporlation wilt be paid unless you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. RETURN COMPI.ETEb APPl.lC.ATION TO Seafarers Harrs l.undctscrp Upgrading t enter. Piney Poinl. Idl) 20(i74 .. ' "' L-. " .. r-.'d' , 7..-. U':; •' d- >sSV �aBjgSBF .•-•*-•••••-•TK-jr-S.'r •' v- .•_ •. •- ^r -.' SEAEUtEMBS •.'^ '•,. • -.' • •'?•••• The deadline for submission of scholaiship applications Is April 15. February 1991 Volume 53, Number 2 ••I. Seafarers Remember See page 16 for details. U,S. Seamen Awarded Russian Medals 45 Years Later delivering guns, tanks ammuni­ tion, fuel, food, medical supplies and clothing to allied forces. Though the recognition was be­ lated, the seafarers appreciated all the attention. First hand accounts of torpedoes, German bombers and close calls were recounted, bring­ ing life to a harrowing past on which the veterans could now look back with relief. Remembering the Raids "I can still remember sailing on the Paul Luckenbach in 1942," said Virgil Sharp, a merchant mar- ' > V .- ships were lost to German bomb­ ing raids. "The Russian people were great; they had nothing—and they gave us half," LeCato quipped. ''We got there in March. It took so long to get the ship unloaded that we had to wait for the ice to thaw before we could make the return voyage," he said. "Then we had to wait because the summer months had so much sunlight." Bill Davenport, then a radio­ man, remembered listening to Ger­ man sub communications on his way back from the Soviet Union. Angus "Red" Campbell, SID vice president collective bargaining, left, speaks with Purser William E. McReynolds, one of the medal recipients. McReynolds sailed aboard the William H. Wilmer during the Murmansk run. Revenge may be sweet, but rec­ ognition goes down just as easily. Just ask the 54 American mer­ chant seamen awarded medals by the Soviet Union Jan. 31—for per­ ilous missions they undertook more than 45 years ago. All were veterans of the dan­ gerous Murmansk run, a vital sup­ ply link in the Allied effort to help a desperate Soviet Union fight off Germany during World War II. The men received commemo­ rative medals for their parts in keeping the deep sea supply lines open by Soviet Charge d'Affaires Sergi Chetverikov, who presented them with the medals and certifi­ cates signed by Mikhail Gorbachev, president of the USSR That ceremony was closed to U.S. groups also wishing to honor the seafarers. They also were toasted by members of American maritime unions and the Maritime Adminis­ tration at a reception afterward in a Washington, D.C. hotel. SIU Vice President for Collective Bargain­ ing Angus "Red" Campbell, hiniself a World War II Merchant Marine veteran, was on hand to swap stories with the awardees. While the largest losses of WWII were inflicted on allied con­ voys in the North Atlantic, the most perilous voyages were those to Murmansk. Ships in those con­ voys—some of which had no war­ ship escort—were subjected to constant submarine and air attack and frequent naval bombardment. One ill-fated convoy, PQ17, was trimmed from 34 merchant ships to 11 by the time it arrived in the Soviet Union. SIU Saw Action In all, 1,200 SIU members were killed in WWII. Six thousand mer­ chant ships saw action in the war. Help Sought in Locating Missing Child The National Center for Miss­ ing and Exploited Children has forwarded to the Seafarers LOG information on the disappearance of Debra Ann-Marie Polzin. The center hopes that by distributing photos of the young woman, chances of her being found will increase. The 17-year-old disappeared from Toledo, Ohio on Jan. 30, 1989. The center considers her an endangered runaway. She may be with a male companion. At the time of her disappearance when she was 15, Debra Ann-Marie Polzin was 5 ft. 8 in., weighed 118 pounds and had brown/blonde hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Debra AnnMarie Polzin should contact The Debra Ann-Marie Polzin National Center for Missing and Exploited Children at 1-800843-5678 or the Toledo (Ohio) Police Department Missing Per­ sons Unit at 1-419-245-3150. William Davenport's family and friends admire the commemorative Murmansk medal he received at a recent gathering in Washington, D.C. iner with the Sailor's Union of the Pacific after the war. The SUP is a SIUNA affiliate. "We were in PQ15 [a convoy of 23 ships]. I signed on as a carpenter. "Our ship was loaded with ex­ plosives, gunpowder and shell casings," said Sharp. "They alternated the cargo, putting cas­ ings next to gunpowder next tocas­ ings—iin essence making the ship one huge bomb. "One day we came under at­ tack by German bombers. I looked out my porthole and saw a torpedo coming dead on at us. I figured we had had it, but at the last minute the torpedo swerved at a 45 degree angle, barely missing us." Another ship in the convoy, the Mary Luckenbach, suffered a worse fate; the torpedo didn't change course, killing all aboard. Sharp spent five years sailing the North Atlantic, but said that was his most eye-opening experi­ ence. John LeCato made three runs, including one which kept him in the USSR for eight months. "They called it the 'Forgotten Convoy'," said LeCato, who served as third mate on the Thomas Hartley. The ship, part of convoy PQ18, was one of 20 which survived the voyage to Archangel. Another 13 t—- r;.'V ' -i Thanks in part to a battle group concealed in the middle of the con­ voy group, his trip was a little less dangerous, though they did have some trying times. "We knew what we were get­ ting into when we shipped out," he said.' 'Once you could accept what that meant, there was no such ani­ mal as fear. You were past the point." That may be a sentiment for modem mariners—especially in the Persian Gulf—to explore. >- . r Captain A.K. Malaney, left, and Cap­ tain John LeCato, are two of the 54 merchant seamen awarded medals for helping the Soviets during WW II. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource February 1991 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES ANOTHER POTENTIAL BATTLE LOOMS FOR U.S. SHIPPING IN MEXICAN TALKS GATT WORLD TRADE TALKS BOGGED DOWN; WATER TRANSPORT APPEARS SAFE FOR NOW AT&T, SIU INK 5-YEAR LABOR PACT MARITIME PROGRAMS SUFFER IN 1992 FEDERAL BUDGET DELIVERY OF GOODS CONTINUES DESPITE OUTBREAK OF GULF WAR. NMU RANK-AND-FILE WONDER WHO’S IN CHARGE OF UNION FOREIGN CREWS BALK AT PERSIAN GILF RUN SIU CREW IS SOMBER BUT DETERMINES WINTER BRINGS CHARLES E. WILSON HOME SIU MEMBERS ESCORT USS LEXINGTON EUROPE ASSESSES IS SHIPPING CAPACITY CONTINENT WIFE- CABOTAGE, SINGLE REGISTER AMONG ITEMNS THAT MAY BE ADOPTED ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE CLASS VITAL TO QMED TRAINING WORK CONTINUES ON S-L EXPLORER AFTER BRIEF LAYUP HAWAII-BASED SEAFARERS EXTEND THANKS TO SEN. 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''T • il'Sf-- V^S: Volume 53, Number 3 March 1991 '••i' '-kj MTD Sees Trouble in Trade Moves • ^'7-LI •- Labor Hghts 00^02: • -n-HX coco rr:-< OHas; • A• ••-J'" •*• •• 2>t-iX •HCOHHC. I' 'A iv'i' moco Q-H -A CoiSC Plan to Export Amorican Jobs k-i Ul UJ o ; f' 3:ot> coo 2:0 > •i%' k CO a ,Af o •fi 1 rri -J ac ''i .. 7 : W'^ >0 •••••A Aiifta vO A-' ;T'.„'AL^A|i'TA- Page 3 ! "7. United Automobile Workers President Owen Bieber attacked a Bush administration pro­ posal for a trade agreement with Mexico that could result in a major export of American jobs. Bieber told MTD executive board mem­ bers that the flight of American jobs to Mexico already has begun and does not need to be compounded by a so-called free trade pact. WELCOME TO Battle Lines Drawn On AnthScab Bill Poge 4 K U W AIT E-V.7 At the Finish Line General Lauds Shipping Role in War A welcome sight to citizens of Kuwait was the arrival of allied forces that liberated their nation seven months after Iraq had invaded and assumed control over the small Middle Eastern country. After a 43-day war, which included a 100-hour ground assault, the multi-national coalition of armed forces decimated the Iraqi military and restored the destiny of Kuwait to that nation's own citizens. Page 3. A • '.T- A • Speaking to the MTD executive hoard. General H.T. Johnson, who heads the mUitary's transport logistics operation, commended American seamen and U.S.flag shipping companies for their role in the recent sealift to the Gulf. Page 4. . . •; 11^ ^!- h n-MMm *- . �, ^ - *» - iii -; mFAROStOO 2 ' President's Report .-'r"i !^ ii';-v.r •"' •" ?S3#; K'-i'-;;. J ;': HI.' Lessons of the War All Americans are, of course, most thankful that the war in the Persian Gulf has ended and that the cost, while enormous in dollars, was fortu­ nately minimal in terms of lives of our armed forces. I think we can all agree that the performance of the United States was most impressive from start to finish from the very beginning when it responded to the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait by calling on the community of nations to join in the call-up and positioning of land, sea and air military forces in Saudi Arabia. The mobili­ zation of the massive logistical operation which kept more than 500,000 troops supplied with food and mate­ Michael riel throughout the campaign was a credit to American Sacco savvy and know-how and the hard work of our friends — General H.T. Johnson and his team — at the U.S. Military Transportation Command. Studies to Come As is to be expected in a democracy, the Persian Gulf war will be a center of examination, study and discussion in all its aspects for a long time to come. For the most part, the motivation for going over this expe­ rience will be the strengthening of our national security, so that in the event of future threats to the nation's interests, we can be assured that our security forces can operate with maximum efficiency. One of the areas that is sure to be included is transportation — the lo­ gistical operations responsible for keeping the military forces adequately supplied and, without which, every other effort could be in vain. And in this area the role of the merchant marine must, of course, be carefully considered. As successful as the U.S. supply line operations were, those in com­ mand must reihember that of the 87 dry cargo ships currently chartered by the military for the deployment, 67 fly the flags of other nations. (This of course is in addition to the six ships chartered by the Military Sealift Command prior to the outbreak of hostilities in the gulf, the fast sealift ships, the Ready Reserve Force vessels, the prepositioning ships and other MSG vessels and most of the tankers used in the operation — all of which operated under the U.S. flag.). In a few instances, the crews of for­ eign-flag ships (including those aboard foreign-flag feeder ships operated by American-flag shipping companies) refused to sail their vessels into the war zones. Best-Case Scenario Fortunately, the war was, for the most part, contained, with an enemy who was virtually overwhelmed and incapable of carrying the fight to the supply lines. It was a best-case scenario. We hope that it will never again be necessary to-mount another war effort, but it would be unrealis­ tic, on the basis of events developing in many parts of the world, to ex­ pect that peace is suddenly going to break out all over. In a world that is so marked by instability and hate, the important watchword is "preparedness." With the exception of the military estab­ lishment, there are few sectors of our nation that share our concern about the readiness and ability of our private shipping industry to meet the de­ mands a major conflict would require,^specially a conflict in which our allies may be few and far between. As difficult a job as it is, our union must continue to can^ the mes­ sage to every front to insure that we work toward the creation of a bal­ anced fleet of ships that serves our nation's needs not only in peace but in every imaginable kind of conflict. ^ ^ .-.^1 " • • in. •y ^ Maritime Trades at Work As was expected, the recent executive board meeting of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department was a timely and meaningful event. Issues of vital importance to America's working men and women were dis­ cussed in depth and actions were taken on a range of issues that affect the economic security of millions of Americans, among them the legislation that would ban the replacement of workers who go on strike to protect their well-being and the current round of trade talks that could result in massive job transfers from America to Mexico and other havens for run­ away shops. The department will implement the decisions of the board on these key issues. It is clear from the mood at the meetings we can look for the continued cooperation of the affiliated unions as the MTD goes to work on the objectives that have been agreed on. ^ ^ :• ^ Remembering Our Brothers All Seafarers mourn the deaths of the six seamen who were killed last month in an engineroom accident aboard the Stonewall Jackson. Our hearts and prayers go out to the families of the six men, three of whom were SIU members and three of whom were District 1 MEBA engineers. To the families of Edmund L. Clayton Jr., Prince Wescott, Henry C. Hyman, Donald W. Park, Victor J. Villafarra and Eric A. Hinds, we ex­ tend our deepest sympathy. '; n /'-".A Tax-Filing and Paying Extension OKed for Desert Storm Mariners K'MiS- ••;, "-f: V' ! -r'l'-" 'y^^' . :M. • : ;i.-:i. • • -I . . v.' ' •t • The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced that civilian mar­ iners who have sailed in the Oper­ ation Desert Storm combat zone while engaged in activities sup­ porting the armed forces can file tax returns and delay payment of monies due the agency for up to 180 days after being in the desig­ nated war area. The IRS also has conferred the benefit to any spouse of a merchant seaman who quali­ fies for the extension. Merchant seamen on vessels carrying a load of cargo for the military that enter the Operation Desert Storm theater qualify for the extensions, according to an IRS spokesman contacted by the LOG. Seafarers serving on a commercial Volume 53, Number 3 vessel calling on ports in the com­ bat zone would qualify for the ben­ efit as long as a "portion" of the ship's cargo is for the military's operation, said theIRS spokesman. Civilian mariners on vessels that have remained in the combat zone also are eligible for the taxfiling and tax-paying extension. Calculating the Extension The 180-day filing postpone­ ment period begins from the last day of the month in which a quali­ fying merchant seaman is in the combat zone. For example, if a Seafarer's last day in the combat zone is March 12, the 180-day ex­ tension would start on March 31. The combat zone covers Iraq, March 1991 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSC Prince Georges, MD 20790-9998 and at additional mailing of­ fices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafar­ ers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Department Director and Editor, Smith; Associate Editors, Daniel Duncan and Max Hall; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene; Art Direc­ tor, fl/Z/Rrowcr. Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bah­ rain, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, the Persian Gulf, Red Sea, Gulf of Oman and certain parts of the Ara­ bian Sea arid Gulf of Aden (see map on page 13), The IRS spokesman suggests any Seafarer who will be taking advantage of the extension drop a note to the IRS office where he or she would normally send the fed­ eral tax return and advise the agency of their service in the com­ bat zone and note that the filing will be arriving late. Such a letter would forestall the IRS from as­ suming the Seafarer was simply not filing or paying taxes without legitimate reasons. The IRS advisory on tax bene­ fits and relief available to Opera­ tion Desert Storm civilian personnel, which includes mer­ chant seamen serving on ships with a military-support purpose that have entered the combat zone and their spouses, also notes that a "wide range of acts" can be post­ poned. Other Actions Covered According to the IRS circular, in addition to prolonging the period of time for filing federal tax returns and tax payments, civilian mari­ ners serving in the Operation Des­ ert Storm theater can postpone filing of tax court petitions, filing claims or bringing suits for re­ funds, assessing taxes, issuing no­ tices or demands for payment, making collections or doing "any other act permitted or required under the internal revenue laws." The IRS is quick to point out that the postponement period is temporary in nature and does not terminate an individual's responsi­ bility for filing tax returns, making tax payments and other aCts re­ quired by law. Any Seafarer with questions can call the IRS at (800) 829-1040. Or, if out of the country, write to the IRS at 950 L'Enfant Plaza, SW, Washington, DC 20024 or send a facsimile transmittal to (202) 2874466. See page 13 for a complete text of the IRS circular entitled "Tax Benefits and Relief Available to Operation Desert Storm Civilian Personnel." .m �:•;• :vi!»S ,"^s;';5:ii® 5f •?;/::•; 7:?lflf'|f;f-::|;®igss^^^ MARCH 1991 • :-v. 7 7=: ••••• '/Ij Trade Pact Battles Loom • I•V:-,9,, ^ ,91.; ; -.inj Labor Girds to Halt Job-Export Plan "VThe Bush administration, in its anxiety to ne­ gotiate a world trade pact and an agreement with Mexico, is very likely to barter away American jobs for the sake of a deal, warned AFL-ClO Secretary-Treasurer Thomas R. Donahue in his remarks to the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Depart­ ment (MTD) executive board meeting. Donahue's point was echoed by Congressman Richard Gephardt, United Automobile Workers Pres­ ident Owen Bieber and Transportation*Communications Union Vice President Jack Otero in their talks to the MTD board, which repre­ sents the department's 43 affiliated national and international unions. The MTD board unanimously passed a resolution committing the department's energies towards de­ feating any trade bill that encour­ ages runaway shops. For further reporting on the MTD executive board meeting, see pages 4, 12, 14 and 15. With the Bush administration, the office of the U.S. Trade Re­ presentative (USTR) has been leading the negotiations for the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT), the international trade accord involving more than 100 countries. The USTR's office -v.'-''"^'^'v'l! V ;••• 'V •,! ;•"' m-:. In just a mere 100 hours, the ground war between the armies united to free Kuwait and the Iraqi invasioii force was over when Ku­ wait City was liberated of Saddam Hussein's troops February 27. Seven months after the United States and other nations from around the world began sending troops, weapons, aircraft, ships and other materiel to build up supplies in Saudi Arabia, the fight­ ing was over as the Iraqi goverri- An American soldier guarding the U.S. embassy in Kuwait flashes a victory sign after the allied forces liberated the nation from Iraq. -v.» .7'' H •- • ,7, 'I • I -7 7K797^;t9iir7::7:'9: 7777j7.i|9'|*| •• 7^:77; Rep. Richard Gephardt told the MTD board he will introduce a fair trade bill in this session of Congress. also is handling the U.S.-Mexico free trade agreement sought by the Bush administration. The labor movement and Con­ gress have been monitoring the USTR's trade pact plans closely to ensure American jobs are not given away at the expense of a political deal. Must Be Vigilent Donahue told the conference, "What is at stake is not an aca­ demic discussion but the jobs of the people we represent." American, Allied Forces Retake Kuwait, Win Wdr .! A ••' ' ment agreed to terms set out by U.S. Army General Norman Schwarzkopf in a meeting at a captured Iraqi airbase that took place on March 3. Scenes of prisoners of war, troops and support personnel re­ turning to heroes welcomes in the United States have filled news reports since the surrender was announced. As the troops start coming home, the work of the merchant marine in the Middle East will continue. SlU-crewed vessels, praised by military offi­ cials for getting the troops and armaments to Saudi Arabia, now will be assigned to bring the ma­ teriel back to American and Eu­ ropean bases. The effort will keep military supply and Ready Re­ serve Force vessels busy for sev­ eral more months. Also, SlU-contracted Sea-Land Service Inc., through its parent company CSX Transportation, has been awarded a contract by the government of Kuwait to help re­ build that war-ravaged country. The ground war against Iraq started on February 24 after 38 days of continual air attack by U.S., British, French, Kuwaiti and other allied forces. The Iraqi air Continued on page 6 AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Thomas R. Donahue warned MTD executive board members that the administration's efforts to get a trade deal with Mexico could result in a loss of hundreds of thousands of American jobs. Donahue warned about compla­ cency regarding the GATT nego­ tiations, which stalled in Decem­ ber after four years of discussion. He said the argument that free trade entering a market will in­ crease standards of living for that nation ha^s not happened. "The advantage goes to those with money and they take advantage of cheap labor markets." Continued on pe^e 12 ;' • •' .I-:./;.. , 9' r 7:7777;77|7:3i|,:;7v7;g v- }• • A' , ,j7;j|]|7; •7 7'757' Fire on Stonewall Jackson Claims Lives of S Seamen The members, officials and staff of the Seafarers mourn the deaths of six brother seamen who died in ^ an engineroom fire aboard the Stonewall Jackson last month, in what is considered the worst dis­ aster to strike a U.S.-flag vessel since the Marine Electric sank in Virginia waters during a gale in 1983. Three SIU members lost their lives on the Waterman ship — QMED Edmund L. Clayton Jr., 52, of Hampton, Va.; QMED Prince Wescott, 46, who sailed from the Brook­ lyn hall and Wiper Henry C. Hyman, 38, of Tarboro, N.C; Clayton SIU President Michael Sacco extended the "heartfelt and profound sympa­ thy" of all Seafarers to each of the families of the black gang members. According to press accounts, the fire broke out in the engineroom of the 900foot LASH ves­ sel, which was off the coast of India on its reg­ ularly scheduled run carrying cargo between the U.S. gulf Wescott coast and the Mideast, India and Southeast Asia. The men died from smoke inha­ lation, according to initial reports from the U.S. Coast Guard, the agency handling the accident in­ vestigation. "The preliminary report indi- cates the fire started when lubri­ cation oil from a ruptured turbo generator line ignited," said Mi­ chael Benson, a National Trans­ portation Safety Board (NTSB) spokesman. Benson advised a LOG reporter that the govern­ ment's trans­ port safety watchdog Hyman agency has delegated the investigation to the Coast Guard. The NTSB will re­ view the Coast Guard's findings when the report is filed, he added. Investigators were expected to board the Stonewall Jackson in Singapore in mid-March, accord­ ing to Commander David F. Wal­ lace, chief of the Coast Guard's casualty review branch. A Waterman official said the vessel was towed after the acci­ dent to Colombo, Sri Lanka to drop off the bodies and then headed to a Singapore shipyard for re­ pairs. It is not known when a report will be filed on the accident, or when a cause will be determined. "A period of several months is not uncommon for a report to be filed," Wallace said. A lengthy review process—if the Coast Guard report is disputed—could push any conclusions back several more months, he added. Longtime Members Brother Wescott, who was born in Trinidad, joined the SIU in June of 1978 in the Brooklyn hall. He upgraded his engineroom rating at Continued on page 6 I 'i' 1 r-. 77-/:: •. 77777: :7:iffi77,.,;:77,• K' : • 4 . 7 !'• '77777: • ,:7.7793 ••7'977 7• •• ,77-:;7,v: 77 .97 77-7/ 7:77.7 •77 . ••7-'77M''97 7 77/'/.. .• 7 - f V •:7:.?'9:7f7-|,|;r :• • •: // �SOFARCRSm General Says Seallft Operation is Defense 'Bedrock' Calling the sealift industry "the bedrock of America's defense transportation system," the head of the U.S. Transportation Command thanked the U.S.-flag maritime in­ dustry for the hard work of every­ one involved in getting supplies quickly to the Persian Gulf. Air Force General Hansford T. Johnson, addressing the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department (MTD) executive board meeting last month gave high praise to the men and women crewing the U.S.flag ships that carried soldiers, tanks, ammunition and other mili­ tary materiel to support Operation Desert Shield which became Oper­ ation Desert Stom when fighting began in January. Workers as Patriots ' '\J . "I cannot find a more patriotic group in America than the men and women you represent," Johnson said. "America's maritime industry is the lifeline for America's armed forces serving in southwest Asia." v.:f; • ••r-:.. •i: The general noted 90 percent of all the materiel delivered into the Persian Gulf theater arrived via sealift. "On December 31, we had literally a steel bridge across the ocean with 132 ships enroute to Saudi Arabia and 47 returning to the United States," he pointed out. "That's one ship every 50 miles from Savannah, Ga. to the Persian Gulf!" Johnson, whose command in­ cludes the Militaiy Sealift Com­ mand, Military Airlift Command and Military Traffic Management, said the war effort demonstrated the importance of prepositioning ves­ sels, like the ones crewed by SIU members at Diego Garcia and other points around the world, as the mil­ itary reduces the size of its forward deployed forces. By August n, three Marine ex­ peditionary brigades sent from the U.S. had been equipped in Saudi Arabia by prepositioning ships loaded with tanks, armored person­ nel carriers, fuel, ammunition. The general pointed out some weaknesses within the U.S. sealift capability he said he would seek to correct. "To maintain our political and economic freedoms, America must have a strong and viable maritime industry," he stated. "We must work together to return our mari­ time industry to a position where we do have a competitive edge." In the weeks ahead, Johnson promised he would advocate a stronger merchant marine when talking to congressmen in Wash­ ington. "In the Ready Reserve Force (RRF) we have learned sev­ eral lessons. Most importantly, we learned that the system worked. We also learned that we need to place more roll on/roll offs in the RRF, and we need to place a higher pri­ ority on the readiness of the RRF." U.S. Senator Charles Robb (DVa.) echoed Johnson's praise of the merchant marine. "The maritime trades have been instrumental in fulfilling the commitment (of get­ ting men and materiel to the Middle East). They have played an extraor­ dinary role." U.S. shipping companies and maritime workers broke loading and unloading re­ cords during the current deployment, re­ ported Gen. Johnson. Sen. Charles Robb termed the role of the American maritime industry in the military's Operation Desert Storm 'extraordinary'. medical supplies and general cargo, he said. "In the past six months, we have asked a great deal from America's maritime unions and you have re­ sponded by giving us everything we asked for and more," Johnson told the group. "You have broken on­ load/off-load and tranship records, and together, we have successfully demonstrated the practicality of transporting personnel by air ^d equipment by sea and mairying them up in the area of operation." Roe Urges Transport Sector To Plan and Work as a Team • T,» ;••'•• V '.»•' -• \ Congressman Robert Roe (DN.J.) called on America's air, ground and water transportation networks to work with one another to help rebuild thie nation's infra­ structure in order to compete with the international economic situa­ tion. Rep. Roe called on the nation to invest in its transport infrastructure. |. ^ •" Roe addressed his remarks to representatives from the 43 unions that compose the AFL-CIO Mari­ time Trades Department, which was holding its executive board meeting last month. "The situation affecting us now is affecting every single man, woman and child in this country— the way we think, the way we travel, the way we work, the way we plan for the future," the chair­ man of the House Public Works Committee said. "The American economy is no longer a separate economy. It's the biggest marketplace in the world. Today we're dealing in the interna­ tional economy and how we struc­ ture our industries internationally. How we compete internationally is going to determine whether we're going to remain a major fjower of the world." Roe stated a prime factor indetermining America's future is the f'-., "-' 1':. ••••• -4 .'•, ' I"'"' ' i'"', ' -i: ;•'• f' . Ir-- rebuilding of highways, railroads, seaports and airports so each sector will work in conjunction with an­ other. As an example, he talked of his home state of New Jersey with its air and rail facilities in Newark, the N.J. Turnpike highway system and Port Elizabeth for shipping. "You can't get to them. It's a quar­ ter of a mile between them. You have to go through 50 towns and cities and all kinds of barriers to be able to get to that one airport, that one port! How do we move things, competitively?" The 12-term representative noted the world's need to have items delivered now, instead of placing goods in warehouses and tying up capital. "Big stores like Sears are laying off thousands of people. They want instantaneous delivery of goods." Competitiveness at Stake Roe went on to say, "How we move goods and our ability to be able to move goods in the 21st cen­ tury is going to determine whether American industry will be compet­ itive enough. If it takes us five times as long to move something in this country, there is no way that our industry will be able to compete in a worldwide global market." The congressman stated the transportation package with fiinds available to integrate America's transportation systems announced by President George Bush last month is a start. But, he said, more is needed. "We passed (in Congress) the local (public) works bill...and we built schools and we built bridges and roads. And we spent money in America. Why did we do that? Not only to rebuild America, but be­ cause it was jobs—jobs for Ameri­ cans. You can't have a strong economy or a marketplace unless people are working. People can't Continued on page 12 MTD Board Calls for Passage Of Striker Replacement Bill Passage of a federal bill to ban permanent replacement workers became a rallying cry among union and congressional leaders attend­ ing the executive board meeting of the Maritime Trades Department. A major battle looms on passage of this bill since the administration, through the testimony of Labor Department Secretary Lynn Mar­ tin, advised Congress of its intent to thwart the proposed legislation. "Employers who use permanent replacements harm themselves and the country," said U.S. Represen­ tative Carl Perkins (D-Ky.). "What happened to Eastem ma­ chinists did not happen to (Polish) shipyard workers in Gdansk." Richard Trumka, president of the United Mine Workers, called for a "crusade to protect American workers. This is not just any other issue," Trumka announced. "This is the survival of the trade union movement as we know it. The peo­ ple behind this bill aren' t just lead. ers, but priests, comer grocers, longshoremen, mariners, warehousers and rhine workers." The MTD is seeking to out­ law permanent replacement workers and overtum the 1938 Su­ preme Court ruling (Mackay Radio V. National Labor Relations During the Reagan administration, companies began using the striker re­ placement loop-hole in the law, said Rep. Carl Perkins. The U.S. is the only democratic nation in the world that allows strikers to be replaced, said lAM President George Kourpias. Continued on page 12 Mineworkers President Richard Trumka termed the anti-scab bill a "matter of simple justice." • - '=•!? �^ ' • T'-^- •;- • :'• amm^ 'A :t / i :S-'ji;^:;vl-; CTii HUUKHm HKt&P Piesid&it ttaeated Ai Ikrion's ffecfun Rem -•' Captain Timothy A. Brown, a permanent master on the Sea-Land Consumer, defeated Robert Lowen, incumbent president of the International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots (MM&P). Brown tallied a vote of 2,489 to Lowen's 2,079 in the 90day balloting, the results of which were announced last month. Challenger Captain James W. Hopkins beat incumbent MM&P Secretary-Treasurer Elwood Kyser in a vote of 2,426 to 2,106 in the balloting which was a rerun of a 1988 election. A federal district court judge had ordered the new election, citing "fraud of signifi­ cant proportions" in the 1988 race, when Lowen won the top post over Brown by 105 votes. Judge Marvin J. Garbis of the federal district court based in Bal­ timore found the 1988 MM&P election was conducted in a man­ ner that violated the union's con­ stitution and federal law. The court documents indicated that blank ballots were stolen and some bal­ lots were forged by Lowen sup­ porters in the 1988 campaign. According to the judge's deci­ sion, other factors rendering the results of the 1988 election suspect were the failure on the part of the union to mail an election notice to each member at his last known home address, the lack of ade­ quate notice of the balloting pro­ cedures, inadequate protection of a ballot box, denying members in good standing the opportunity to vote and missing ballots. ^:y_-....u-j :y-r ; .;-V ISW'' • Time to 'Build Bridges' In an interview with the Journal of Commerce and the Baltimore Sun, and in his campaign litera­ ture, Brown said he would work to "build bridges" to other mari­ time unions, including the ILA (the MM&P's parent union), the SIU and District 1 MEBA/NMU, the organization which recently experienced an upset victory of a slate of challengers to the incum­ bents in its licensed division. Among the charges leveled in the 1988 and 1991 MM&P election campaigns against the incumbent candidates were the heavy loss of funds from the union's treasury and pension funds to cover ques­ tionable investments instigated by MM&P officials, the 1988 election itself and the manner in which it was conducted, the loss of jobs on 80 U.S.-flag tankers and a de­ ferred wage payment in 1988 to MM&P officials while seagoing members took a cut in pay. Monterey Drains Funds The investment decisions ques­ tioned by MM&P challengers and many rank-and-file members in­ cluded the funding from both the union and a variety of its funds to the Monterey, an American-flag cruise vessel, and the appointment of a group called Tower Asset Management as the plan's invest­ ment manager. According to documents which have been made public, the union's investment and loan to the SS Monterey Limited Partnership never have been recovered and ended up in a write-off of $1,422,500 on the union's December 1989 financial statement. The docu­ ments also indicate the union is owed $4,350,000 for the second preferred ship mortgage of the Monterey, the union's Maritime Institute of Technology and Grad­ uate Studies (MITAGS) is owed $225,000 for room and board of Monterey crewmembers in 1988 and close to $1 million is owed to various plans by Aloha Cruise Continued on page 22 •• •••' -iw, SlU-Crewed Hospital Ship Receives Quilt Captain Ray Addicott, commander of the Military Sealift Command-Pacific Fleet, accepts a handmade quilt for the USNS Mercy, a hospital ship serving in the Persian Gulf. The vessel is crewed by members of the SlU's Government Services Division and is based in Oakland, Calif. pm Ex-NMU Official Says Rank-and-Fiie of Union Kept in Dark on Details of Merger with MEBA Additional charges that the socalled merger between District 1 Marine Engineers Beneficial As­ sociation (MEBA) and the Na­ tional Maritime Union (NMU) was forced on the NMU membership were revealed in a statement by a former top NMU official recently submitted in federal district court. James F. Paterson, who served as the NMU vice president in charge of deep sea maritime activ­ ities from 1978 until he retired in 1989, said in his deposition that the merger discussions with Dis­ trict 1 MEBA were held in "rel­ ative secret" and were "con­ ducted exclusively" by NMU President Shannon J. Wall and C.E. (Gene) DePries, president of District 1 MEBA and their two lawyers. Paterson, who first joined the NMU in 1947 and became a fulltime union official in 1960, said in his affidavit that he learned of the merger agreement "at the same time, and in the same manner, as other NMU members" by reading the August 1987 Pilot, which at that time was the organization's monthly newspaper. Big Bucks Go to Wail In Paterson's statement, which was filed as part of a lawsuit seeking to unravel the 1988 merger of the two organizations, the for­ mer NMU official charges Wall with selling out the NMU mem­ bership for "personal, pecuniary gain." In arranging for the NMU merger into MEBA, Wall "sold the NMU members into political and eco­ nomic slavery," said Paterson in his deposition. Wall "saw the merger as a way to secure a huge cash 'severance' payment ($272,795), plus allegedly unused vacation benefits ($31,476)" de­ spite remaining in the employ of the union, continued Paterson in his testimony. Further, Wall's "annual salary was increased 46.6 percent (from $136,398 to $200,000) the day after the merger was consummated," said Paterson, adding that the NMU president also became a partici- pant in MEBA's pension plan and money purchase benefit. "By vir­ tue of the merger. Wall was able to begin drawing against his NMU seaman's pension at the rate of $640 per month, and he received a lump sum disbursement from the NMU staff pension plan in the amount of $1,275,126," Paterson's deposition reported. Pension Fund Merger? Paterson, who describes himself as an NMU "insider" in the affi­ davit, noted an important aspect of the proposed merger with MEBA was the "fact that the NMU pen­ sion fund would be absorbed by the MEBA pension fund which was over-funded and could afford to absorb the unfunded liabilities" of the NMU plan. According to Paterson's state­ ment, the "general outline" of the merger between the two unions was first discussed at NMU mem­ bership meetings on August 31, 1987 and this matter was brought up there and at subsequent ses­ sions throughout the autumn. Paterson's affidavit indicates he believes the primary factor ad­ vancing the merger "was the pros­ pect that our pension plan would be merged into the MEBA pension plan." He said in the court-filed document that every NMU mem­ ber that ever went to sea knew the MEBA plan permitted partic­ ipants the option of taking lump sum buy-outs. Paterson added that option was "a great attraction to our members." NMU officials lobbied for the merger on the grounds it would protect the NMU pension plan, Paterson charged in his testimony. Real Structure Hidden The former NMU official, who lost a bid against Wall for the position of chairman of District 1 MEBA/NMU's unlicensed divi­ sion in a three-way race for the post in a 1989 election, also con­ tends in his deposition that the constitutional structure of the merger—which made NMU rankand-file members second class cit­ izens—was never discussed at any membership meetings in 1987 or raised during the merger referen­ dum. "... there was no way anyone, myself included, could possibly have known at the time of the 1987 merger referendum how the l(X) delegate votes at union conven­ tions would be distributed" be­ tween the two unions, Paterson said in the statement. It is only now that the so-called weighted voting structure of the new union is becoming clear, pointed out Paterson in his IIpage affidavit. (This provision of the District 1 MEBA/NMU con­ stitution allocates voting strength at the organization's convention based on the total amount of mon­ ies collected by each division as opposed to the traditional concept of apportioning votes by the num­ ber of members.) Recently it has become clear, Paterson said in the court-filed affidavit, "how the licensed divi­ sion (MEBA) and its officers can call all of the shots at conventions, and even determine which of the NMU candidates for District of­ fice will be elected." Paterson indicated in his depo­ sition that in late 1987, while at­ tending a function, he "was shocked to hear NMU President Shannon Wall introduce MEBA President Gene DeFries as 'my new boss.' " Paterson's affidavit noted, "given the fact that Wall had pre­ viously questioned the wisdom of any merger between the NMU and a supervisors' union representing licensed ship officers, and had ter­ minated the infinitely wiser merger discussions with the SIU on the grounds that the NMU would never become subordinate to another la­ bor organization, 1 was aghast." The former NMU vice president ends his affidavit, submitted to the federal court in January, with the suggestion that the merger can be "undone." According to his dep­ osition, Paterson believes the NMU's AFL-CIO charter "would almost certainly be reissued if the members of the two unions were to vote to part ways." ml it Ti'V: J' .'4: ••.f .••• •-1 IM • • •• •- 'i' ; itSil - MP V ' '-'I'- "j r- \!h • 1^^);:^ �- - -'•- • '-• • V. -. A..« . . SEAFAROtS LOG WA::'\i ^'1 wii I •m •| 'k/-^ •fc' -• • • 'f. . Labor Dept Action vs. Pension Plan Attacked for Violating Procedures ^ .......... Counsel for the Seafarers « Pen­ sion Plan has voiced a strong ob­ jection to the Department of La­ bor's "highly unusual" decision to initiate a court action in dealing with differences between the agency and the trust fund over benefits provided to pensioners and rent collection procedures. The plan counsel's communi­ cation was touched off by the Labor Department's issuance of a press release announcing the ac­ tion without notifying thp plan and the trustees. (At press time, none of the trustees nor the plan had been formally notified by the fed­ eral agency.) The department's news release announced a suit had been filed against the plan and its trustees for "improperly using funds to provide housing and food service to retirees" and for not making "prudent arrangements for the rental of office space to the union and affiliated organizations." In the protest registered with Secretary of Labor Lynn Martin, the plan's counsel, Leslie Tarantola, accused the department of deviating from "its usual course of action." Tarantola pointed out it was customary in such cases for the department's auditors to pre­ sent a written report and for the agency to hold discussions for pur­ poses of attempting to resolve any differences. In the case of the pension plan audit, nothing was heard from the agency for some three years after the routine examination was con­ cluded until the Seafarers learned of the labor department's law suit from the press. Dep't Tactics Suspect According to attorneys familiar with labor and pension law pro­ cedures, the actions of the de­ partment were regarded as "rather .. ™ . . . . . strange." This has led some to believe the Labor Department may have had some motive other than the strict resolution of the issues. The experts see no reason why the government agency's differ­ ences with the Seafarers Pension Plan could not have been raised through the department's standard operating procedures in conduct­ ing an audit, thus making the tac­ tics employed in this case unnec­ essary and peculiar. It is a standard practice for the Labor Department to routinely au­ dit employee benefit plans and unions. Sometimes routine pro­ cedures are intensified depending on whether the administration in power is friendly or unfriendly towards working people and their unions. The examination of the Seafar­ ers pension fund occurred at the height of the Reagan administra­ tion, Which was notoriously anti­ union. In addition, since the early 1980s, coinciding with the time when Ronald Reagan became the 40th president of the U.S;, three Sea­ farers union entities and six affil­ iated plans have been audited by the government agency. The de­ partment, in each case closely ex­ amined between three and six years worth of records, assigning teams of two to six auditors at any given time to these reviews. In the audit of the union entities, the Labor Department followed its customary procedures and held discussions and closed the cases. Of the six plans subjected to Labor Department scrutiny, the only pending action taken by the agency is the court filing against the Sea­ farers Pension Plan. The union trustees named in the labor department complaint are Secretary-Treasurer John Fay, Vice President Collective Bar­ :_: A.,„..o gaining Angus "Red" r-o Campbell, Vice President West Coast George McCartney and Representative Herberto Perez. Management trustees cited are Carmine J. Bracco of Bay Tank­ ers; Edmund Davis of Sea-Land; Michael DiPrisco of Crowley; Wil­ liam Pagendarm, Jeremiah Callan and Michael Marco of Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company; and David Schultze of American Steamship Co. Membership Informed Seafarers President Michael Sacco expressed resentment at the Department of Labor's aspersions on the integrity of the plan and its board of trustees, which is made up of an equal number of union officers and management officials from SlU-contracted companies. "Never has there been any question about the integrity of these people and all their actions which have been consistently motivated by a desire to protect the best interests of the plan's beneficia­ ries," Sacco said. Speaking at the union's monthly membership meeting at Piney Point, Md., Sacco said, "SIU plans are effectively and efficiently ad­ ministered and there have never been accusations of personal gains connected to anyone serving in any capacity with the plans." He assured the membership that the "interests of all Seafarers—active and retired—will be protected and secured by this union." Sacco said, "We will have an opportunity to expose the Labor Department's shabby handling of this matter" and pledged to "get to the bottom of this thing." In the meantime, Sacco added, the membership will be kept informed of all matters concerning this dis­ pute. ... J. •- "'Ar . fr. .: it;,i'?:.. Six seamen died in an accident atx)ard the Stonewall Jackson, a LASH ship. Deaths of Seafarers Mourned by Brothers Continued from page 3 the Lundeberg School in 1982. He and his wife lived in Florida. After a stint in the Army from 1970 to 1973, Brother Hyman joined the SIU. Brother Clayton served in the United States Marine Corp from 1959 to 1961 and joined the union in 1%9. He attended courses at the Lundeberg School to ad­ vance his engine department rat­ ing in 1976. Extending Condolences The families of Brothers Clay­ ton, Wescott and Hyman would like to hear from Seafarers who sailed with their loved ones. SIU members wishing to extend per­ sonal condolences can write to the following family members at these addresses: Dorothy Hyman, who is the mother of Brother Henry C. Hy­ man, can be reached at Route 4, Box 644; Tarboro, N.C. 27886. Brother Edmond Clayton's sis­ ter Joanna Lampart can be con­ tacted at Route 6, Box 4085; Gloucester, Va. 23061. Brother Prince Wescott's widow. Merle C. Wescott, can be written to at 1860 Beewood Court; Or­ lando, Fla. 32818. Wtff Eiufs After 100-fhHir AUied Gmnd Assautt •I---. -•_ W;,' Continued from page 3 force never challenged the allied air superiority. In fact, Iraqi pilots flew more than 120 of Iraq's 700 aircraft to Iran to sit out the war after the allied bombardment started. Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein countered the bombardment by sending SCUD missiles into Saudi Arabia and Israel in hopes of drawing the neutral nation into the fight and breaking the Pan-Arab alliance with the Americans. Israel never entered the fray and Arab unity, led by Egypt, Syria and Saudi Arabia, remained intact throughout the war. President George Bush an­ nounced a deadline of noon, Feb­ ruary 23 (New York time) for Iraq to meet all the United Nations' provisions for withdrawing from Kuwait, repealing Iraq's annexa­ tion of the country and paying reparations or risk a ground war. When the deadline came and passed without action. Bush ordered the allied forces into action. Within the first hours of the attack, American, Saudi, Kuwaiti and British troops had retaken Kuwaiti soil, while French, Amer­ ican, Egyptian and other allied troops were moving through southern Iraq. Almost as soon as the allies attacked, Iraqi troops began surrendering en masse. Allied casualties were minimal until the second day of the ground war when a SCUD missile hit an American barracks in Saudi Ara­ bia and killed 28 persons. March into Kuwait On the third day (February 26) of the ground war, allied troops had reached the outskirts of Ku­ wait City. The next day, Kuwaiti and Saudi troops marched into the liberated capital city to the cheers of thousands of people. Peace terms agreed to by Iraq included the prompt release of all prisoners of war and the Kuwaiti civilians taken by Iraqi troops dur­ ing their retreat, allied withdrawal from southern Iraq when the Baghdad government complies with the U.N. resolutions, Iraqi help in recovering land and sea mines laid in the war and a sepa­ ration of forces to prevent further skirmishes. A total of 96 U.S. personnel were killed in the fighting. Esti­ Kuwaiti citizens wave their nation's flag to U.S. Marines as they drive towards the airport allied forces secured after heavy fighting with Iraqi troops. . y m ' '' '''' mates of Iraqi dead were listed at more than 100,000. Allied forces conjectured that more than 100,000 Iraqi troops were taken prisoner while Iraq captured 21 Aipericans. Since the war ended, reports have come out of Iraq of Shiite Muslims supported by Iran's gov­ ernment fighting Saddam's troops in southern Iraq while Kurdish nationalists have taken on troops in mountainous northern Iraq. " �i.' - MARCH mi ,,i?V 4'v,- •, V • Lj'i: ' - • N.Y. Hospital and Clinic Facilities Open te Seafarers One of the major—and costli­ est—benefits offered to employees is health coverage. While others have been forced to scale back benefits, the Seafar­ ers Welfare Plan has arranged an alternative program which offers just as much to its members while controlling spiraling health care costs. The program, known as the Pre­ ferred Providers Organization, (PPO) matches members with one health center in each port. This ar­ rangement allows Seafarers and their families to become well ac­ quainted with the hospital and clinic and helps the facility stream­ line its procedures to meet the SIU members' needs. While long-range plans call for most ports to have such an arrange­ ment, New York is the site of the most recent PPO arrangement. Re­ cently the Seafarers Welfare plan contracted the Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn to serve as thie Seafarers' PPO in New York. Centrally located, the Methodist Hospital offers an array of spe­ cialty clinics and a variety of ex­ pertise. SIU members use the occupational health facility on Union Street, which is six to eight blocks away from the inpatient main hospital and outpatient spe­ cialty clinics. "The Union Street facility is for physicals and routine health care," said Sonja Mason, a Methodist Hospital administrator for the proj­ ect. "From there, patients are re­ ferred to a specialty clinic or the main hospital if they require fur­ ther treatment." Among the staff at the center are two doctors, a physician's assis­ tant, an X-ray technician and a medical assistant—all there pri­ marily to serve SIU members. "We do serve others here, but SIU member's insurance doesn't cover, so most of our clinics are available to them," said Mason. Family members also are wel­ come at the center, though they might have to pay for some of the quality and for its ability to rapidly respond to our members' needs," said Deborah Kleinberg, the asso­ ciate counsel for the Seafarers Welfare Plan, who is assigned to developing the PPO program. "We've worked very closely with Methodist Hospital to insure all the paperwork is right so the changeover will go smoothly," Kleinberg said. "The medical end has gone very smoothly," said Mason. "And we look forward to serving more members and their families at the clinic. We encourage them to drop by anytime to see our facilities." For additional information on Methodist Hospital's services, programs and clinics, call the cen­ ter at (718) 783-6578. ^ The medical staff at the New York PPO includes, from the left, Caroline Charriez, receptionist: Esther Herta, physicians assistant; Donna Chamber, V.P. Methodist Hospital; Sonja Mason, administration; Dr. Berlin, and Irene Reyes, medical assis­ tant. the SIU members are our primary focus," said Mason. "Since No­ vember 20 [when the facility opened] we've averaged 16 SIU members per day." "It's a nice place," said Do­ mingo Leon, a bosun who sails out of the port of New York. "And the staff was very helpful." "I got good service, and it was very clean," said Rick Hoiioway, a wiper who also sails from the port of New York. The Methodist Hospital has pre­ vious experience in being a PPO, though not on as large a scale as the SIU. "There's almost nothing the outpatient care clinics. i "This is a different place from what SIU members had before, but we're an excellent hospital, and we'll do whatever it takes to make Seafarers happy and welcome," said Mason. "Methodist was chosen for its Dr. Berlin checks out Rick Hoiioway at the Union Street facility. New SIU Honolulu Hall Opens Relief Rule Waiver Extendeil To Meet Increased Shipping : SVl- • . The Seafarers Appeals Board has extended its ruling that relief positions including those for per­ manent ratings be waived for an­ other 60-day period which would run until the middle of April. The board decided to continue its original ruling, dated December 13, 1990, because of the increased demand for sealift capability cre­ ated by the Persian Gulf war. The extension, which took ef­ fect February 14, will be reviewed by the board, which consists of rep­ resentatives from both the union and its contracted companies, after the 60 days to determine the needs of the shipping industry then. As before, this ruling does not affect the established relief procedures on Military Sealift Command and LNG vessels. The whole text of SAB Action 354 is printed below: SAB Action 354 The Seafarers Appeals Board acting under and pursuant to the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Union and the various Contracted Employers, hereby takes the following action. Whereas, by Action No. 352, dated August 10,1990, because of the national emergency created by "Operation Desert Shield," the Shipping Rules were amended for the duration of the emergency, and Whereas, the additional vessels from the Ready Reserve Fleet were assigned by the Maritime Adminis­ tration to various Contracted Em­ ployers, and Whereas, the additional vessels have escalated the demands on the Manpower Pool, the Shipping Rules were modified in the follow­ ing manner. Rule 5 A12 (a) Trip ReliefsPermanent Ratings shall be waived for a period of sixty(60) days,at which time the manpower pool capability shall be re-evaluated to determine the need for further modification of the Shipping Rules to meet the sealift commitment to the various Armed Services. On Military Sealift Command and LNG vessels where established relief proce­ dures have been in effect, such pro­ cedures shall continue. And whereas, the war effort has been further escalated requiring the utilization of vessels from the Contracted Employers commer­ cial fleets; Therefore, Rule 5 A12 (a). Trip Reliefs shall be waived for an ad­ ditional sixty (60) days, effective February 14,1991. Dated: February II, I99I. Honolulu's new SIU fiall is located at 606 Kallfii Street. An exterior view of the building is shown above. Seafarers in Honolulu are get­ ting acquainted with the SIU's newest hall which opened for busi­ ness earlier this month. The new Hawaii SIU hall is located at 606 Kalihi Street, which is about four miles west of the union's previous hall on Cooke Street. The new SIU Honolulu hall is larger than the old one and is only two blocks from the waterfront. It is closer to the facilities of two SIU contracted companies—Sea-Land and Matson. American Hawaii Cruise Lines' The new Honolulu hall's classroom space Is pictured above. office and pier are about 10 min­ utes away by car—unless traffic is bad, which would add time to the trip. The new hall is accessible by public transportation and located in a semi-residential neighbor­ hood. Parking for 24 cars is avail­ able on the property. The facility has a classroom so lifeboat and other maritime related classes will be held at the hall. The new telephone number for the Honolulu hall is (808) 8455222. Although the facility cur­ rently is open for business, renovations are taking place this month. The property includes 9,214 square feet of land, while the build­ ing takes up 4,209 gross square feet. The union's previous Honolulu hall was purchased by the state of Hawaii which exercised its right of imminent domain. The state in­ tends to widen Cooke Street as part of the Kakaako district beautification project. fr > .v. �'• > yi'i i '•'iv, s>', '• 8 iiilil' ' -'I St a l)i-.V*T^" ".• • . if A V/. ^ Mobile Drydock Brings Work for Seafarers ' v"4--r' .. :#.;• - ffiSM#- • mma.::- • r- 4^ y'k. a: The addition of a new floating drydock in the port of Mobile, Ala. will mean more work for SIU crewmembers aboard Crescent Towing tugboats. "It definitely will be a benefit to us," said Mobile Patrolman Ed Kelley. "The tugs are capable of pushing most any ship into the drydock." Atlantic Marine Inc. moved the floating drydock, one of the largest in the world, from Galveston, Texas earlier this year. Crescent's three Mobile-based tugs were part of the crew that pushed the facility into place earlier this year. One member involved in bring­ ing the drydock to its new home in Mobile was William Tucker, cap­ tain of the Admiral Jackson. "This was my first experience in towing and docking a drydock," he told the Seafarers LOG. "This one was especially enjoy­ able because of its size and width. I know it is going to help the city of Mobile by bringing more jobs to the area. "I really thought the job was going to be a lot tougher, but the entire job went as smooth as silk," Tucker continued. "I enjoyed being part of the operation and the experience of handling something that large." The other SIU captains involved in the all-day operation were Mar­ ion J. Raley of the J. K. McLean and Pete Burns of the Ervin S, Cooper. Crescent employs nearly 30 SIU members. The drydock is expected to be in operation by mid-April. Admiral Jackson AB Pete Saranthus relaxes before a crew meeting aboard the Admiral Jackson. I: ^ IiittSSil Engineer Clyde Graugs fills out some paperwork In the galley of the J.K. McLean, one of the three Crescent tugs. Deckfiand Chris Walker (left) and Captain Charles Tucker take part In a union meeting aboard the tug Admiral Jackson. SeAFAKRS £0G Corgey Named To Ttfjif >lifir/s0fy SIU Vice President Gulf Coast Dean E. Corgey has been appointed to the Department of Transportation's Towing Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC) by the Secretary of Transportation Samuel Skin­ ner. Sponsored by the U.S. Coast Guard, TSAC advises the Secre­ tary of Transportation on shal­ low-draft inland and coastal waterway navigation and tow­ ing safety. Corgey is the only labor representative currently on the committee. Made up of 16 industry members, TSAC has seven members from the barge and towing industry; two from port districts, authorities or terminal operators; two from shippers; two members from the general public; and one from the off­ shore oil supply and mineral vessel industry. A second labor representative is authorized but has not yet been appointed. Corgey has been an SIU member since 1973 and an offi­ cial of the union since 1979. He is a licensed chief engineer (lim­ ited oceans, 5,(X)0 H.P.). He also is the vice president of the Texas AFL-CIO District 9 and a board member of the Harris County AFL-CIO. Corgey serves as the executive secretary of the West Gulf Ports Council. Inland Member Writes Book on Frontier River Boatmen i •>:• Mi ••'•. '"i' .'• '4 v',.. \'.'. '•' ••': , Michael Allen, whosailed as an SIU inland member in the late 1970s, has published his first book, Westem Rivermen, which is about the people who plied the Missis­ sippi and Ohio waterways from 1763 to 1861. Allen, an assistant professor of history at the University of Wash­ ington at Tacoma, chose the presteam, pre-industrialized boatmen as his topic because "I always have been fascinated by early American history and no one has ever written a documented account on frontier rivermen." He based his book on the letters. .Y-\-'r'- ' •': J---.,' K X • l^r . WC'-: ;»'-^1' Pictured above Is the cover of Michael Allen's book, entitled "Western River­ men, 1763-1861: Ohio and Mississippi Boatmen and the Myth of the Alligator Horse." notes and memoirs of 80 different boatmen that have been preserved, in state archives and university li­ braries. "Sailors and boatmen of that period didn't write many let­ ters or diaries," Allen remarked. "Let's face it: they were illiterate." The former Marine, who served in the Vietnam war, said he re­ searched his subject for several months by travelling in his car from Pittsburgh down the Ohio River then driving to Minneapolis and following the Mississippi River south. When he finished he had several boxes loaded with cop­ ied material to use to write the book, an expanded version of his doctoral thesis. But Allen claims his research actually started in 1977 when the Washington native moved to Greenville, Miss, to work on the Mississippi River. "Greenville is a non-union towboat town," he re­ called. "I worked for four months at $17 a day plus board. When we'd dock, I heard other boatmen talking about their jobs and what they were making. It didn't take long before the light bulb went off." He moved to St. Louis and gained a job as a deckhand for an SlU-contracted company. He sailed along the Mississippi and its tributaries for the next three years (becoming a licensed tankerman) to acquire a knowledge of the wa­ terways and the way of life in those river towns he would use to help him get hisdoctorate from the Uni- Asslstant Professor Michael Allen's office at the University of Washington at Tacoma houses a collection of early American memorabilia. versity of Washington at Seattle. "It was very rewarding. I still see people in the [Seafarers] L(XJ I knew when I sailed with the union. Even back when [the preCivil War days], people thought the life of a boatman was romantic. But those of us who have sailed know better." In his book, Allen points out that frontier boatmen were a major part of the American folklore. "Mike Fink, the king of the keelboatmen. was big in American folklore. He was the Davy Crockett of the wa­ terways." Fink and others helped to chart the unexplored waterways of the west, like the Missouri River and its tributaries, so agriculture could reach its markets. "They were the truck drivers of the 19th century," Allen added. The 256-page book is available from the Louisiana State Univer­ sity Press for $25. Seafarers may order his book by writing LSU Press, Baton Rouge, La. 70893. �.•,,f:aj :I-Isia •,y-- • .y : y ."y. r -'; :•• rOyfgfcSi' t. .•• 'j/'.r. :'. • Crew Aboard USNS Algol Received News Of Persian Gulf War in Different Ways "The liberation of Kuwait is on" were the words CBS newscaster Dan Rather used on Armed Forces Radio. And they were the words which told some of the crewmembers onboard the USNS Algol they were in a war zone, according to OMU Albert Sweetman. Moving War Materiel The Algol, one of eight fast sealift vessels carrying heavy mil­ itary equipment and troops to the Persian Gulf area, was in the region when allied bombers began attack­ ing Iraq and occupied-Kuwait Jan­ uary 17 (Persian Gulf time). The Bay Tankers' vessel is ca­ pable of sailing up to 33 knots while fully loaded. The converted Sea-Land container ship can trans­ port a full Army mechanized divi­ sion. The Algol and its sister vessels have been moving tanks, personnel carriers, artillery and other materiel since Operation Desert Shield began in August fol­ lowing the Iraqi invasion of Ku­ wait. "We knew about the beginning of the war before the alarms went off," said Sweetman, who sails from the port of Houston. "We had been listening to Armed Forces Radio and the BBC. All we wanted to do was get unloaded and get out safely." Missile Alerts Sounded Other erewmembers heard about the start of war in other ways. Chief Steward Leslie Davis was asleep at 3 a.m. when a missile alert alarm sounded. "I was bothexcited and nervous," he recalled. "We had to get dressed and put our masks and survival gear on. I've never been through that before." OMU Alex Taylor managed to hitch a ride to a post exchange near the ship only hours before the fighting started. "I was on a phone to the States when a soldier told me to hur^ up because fighting would start in 45 minutes. I wondered, 'What does he know?"' "Pretty weird," thought Bosun Tom Fouike, a five-year SIU vet­ eran. "When they started talking about Operation Desert Storm on the radio, it sounded strange. In the middle of the night, we were noti­ fied over the intercom that a mis­ sile attack was under way. We had to get into our suits and masks." Crew Works Together Fouike commended the work of the crew aboard the Algol. "They had a good sense of responsibility and were well prepared. The crew was seasoned with lots of Viemam vets." AB Doug Lawton added that eve^one "worked well together. All in all, it was a good operation." Chief Mate Brad Wheeler, a graduate from class 239 at the Sea­ farers Hariy Lundeberg School of Seamanship, backed up the reports from the deck department mem­ bers. "I can't say enough about these guys," Wheeler said. "We are mighty proud of the talent the SIU provides these ships. Whether it was unloading the vessel or per- forming refueling at sea, the crew did a great job." Wheeler said the captain re­ ceived praise from naval refueling vessels that reported the Algol han­ dled the at-sea operation better than some of the U.S. Navy fight­ ing vessels. He specifically pointed out the work of one SIU member. Bob Natividad, who guided an 80-foot helicopter onto the landing pad of the Algol during a medical evacuation of an injured Seafarer on a previous voyage. (Natividad serves as a landing sig­ nal enlisted in the Army Reserves.) Few of the members were not above saying they were scared when they heard the incomingmissiles alarms sound. wmm &w -. 'J if '4. •' ' ^"' • M who fought in the military there, explained the major difference be­ tween the Asian and Persian Gulf theaters was the threat of chemical attack from Iraq. "The fear was not as bad in 'Nam," Farve said. A merchant marine veteran aboard the Algol who served in another war was QMED J. W. King. "I'd say the big difference between these guys and the ones who served in World War II was the GIs were draftees back then with a job to do," King reflected. "These (soldiers) now are profes­ sionals and want to have a fight." Another black gang member. Junior Engineer Marvin Vadnais, served in the merchant marines off North Africa during World War II. The only real difference Vadnais noticed was the soldiers "seem much younger, but then everybody does." All the members reported excel­ lent cooperation between the crew and military. In fact, kveral sol­ diers sailing aboard the ship told crewmembers they had not eaten food that good since joining the Army. "We did everything we could to make their stay better be­ cause we knew what they were fac­ ing," Sweetman said. True Test of Seamanship OMU Paul Skaar was working in the engineroom. "We were left to our imagination. We had no idea what was going on," the Lundeberg School graduate re­ called. "This was a true test of sea­ manship." Third Cook Julio Guity was one of several members thinking of something else when the warnings came. "Everything goes racing through your head at that time," he remembered. "I was thinking of my family and my kids." Wiper Jose Salcedo's eyes got very wide when he was asked about-the missile alerts. "Oh! I heard that the war had started. I thought that was it," he stated. Salcedo, who sailed aboard Isthmian ships into Viemam, and Junior Engineer Gregory Farve, -.j-:••-•- m m , •' • . '" •"...' ,'•'• •'• -•'* '>,. ' • ^•. y M J• 'l.-m •V OMU Paul Skaar (left) and Wiper Jose Salcedo wait for an elevator to take stores to the galley of the Algol. OMU Albert Sweetman (left) and Junior Engineer Gregory Farve make sure all bolts are secure on the bunkers line from the fuel barge. Walter Hamrick transfer Ordinary Seamen Mike Smith (left) and i stores aboard the deck of the Algol. In photo at right, Third Cook Julio Guity slices luncheon meat for sandwiches for the Algol crew. •;,r''• Lawton and Junior Engineer Alex Taylor. Jacksonville Patrolman Anthony McQuay (right) ahswers a question from Bosun Tom Fouike during a recent payoff at the completion of a Desert Storm supply run. Chief Steward Leslie Davis center) assists Ordinary Seaman Roy Windham (right who is bring ng stores inside while Chief Mate Brad Wheeler, an SIU hawsepiper, directs the action on the deck of the USNS Algol. 'rk: mm • V • • - •: -s-'n • if'* }--l �' ' •7i s • >• • . J'.'^-S ^•. 'rf.. „:-'j • Eleven Stewards Complete Rigorous Training • J^r^^•l'«••. •;;j ; '7l'f'':-fe > 7 .• ;:,' I 'i'. '• ji ' ••i' , •'- ...• SIAFARERS LOG n •>.:.• 'ii'S ••'•• '..r Eleven galley gang members reached the pinnacle of their de­ partment earlier this month when they graduated from the recertified steward program offered at the Seafarers Ha^ Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The members, whose experi­ ence on ships ran from five to more than 25 years, studied in both class­ room and galley situations during their six weeks at Piney Point, Md. ** While noting their appreciation for Classroom work Is just as important as the training they received in every­ time in the galley as John McGill dis­ day baking, as well as specialty covers. courses like ice-carving and chaud-froid food design (the art of decorating food with edible items), the stewards also praised the in­ struction they receivedon comput­ ers, mathematics and personnel management. "We learned how to deal with everyday problems," said Robert Firth from the port of Jackson­ ville, Fla. "We are the bread-andbutter people and the training we received in communicating with the others aboard ship was great." John Bulawan applies a coating on a "I came here with the thought ham as part of his chaud-froid project. we would cover more managerial skills," relayed San Francisco's John McGill. "This course cov­ ered it all." William Justi of Jacksonville stated he enjoyed working with the computers. "That's what we are going to be using. We need to know how to deal with them." He added the management skilly and American Heart Association rec­ ipe seminars "were excellent." John Bulawan, who sails from the port of Honolulu, agreed with Justi about the heart association Mathematics Is Important for members culinary advice on reducing calo­ of the galley gang as (left to rlght)_Tyler Lafltte, Sylv( Sylvester Mason and RIckle ries and eating healthier foods. Juzang work on problems. "We learned a lot about nutrition to help our members at sea." However, his favorite part was speaking to the trainees. "We told them what to expect when they went to sea and what would happen if they thought about being lazy." As Bulawan said this, he was smil­ ing and the other recertified stewards were laughing. They explained they let "Big John," as he is known, make that speech be­ cause he was the largest member of the class. For Tyler Lafltte, speaking to the trainees reminded him of his time in Class 332 in 1980. "I told Robert Firth (left) and Larry VIckers prepare a chicken during galley train­ them the union has been good for ing at the Lundeberg School. me. For the first time in my life, I felt good about myself and I wanted to do good," the Mobile, Ala. native recalled. "I pumped it into them and told them the whole story. I love the SIU. It changed my life.' Lafitte noted he recently re­ turned to the neighborhood where he grew up. He said most of the people he Imew were either dead or jailed. "That could have been me if the school hadn't taught me disci­ pline and pride." Two of the classmates started their maritime careers as members of the Marine Cooks and Stewards (MCS) before it merged with the AGLIWD in 1978. One of them, Sylvester Mason, praised the school for all the opportunities offered to mariners. "There are a lot of things here that Santa Rosa (the old MCS training facility in Califomia) didn't have." He explained the West Coast school "was geared to only passen­ ger ships. There is a full curriculum of what we are facing here." Larry Vickers agreed with Mason. "I thought the school was great. It offers a lot of opportunity with a good staff." Vickers stated travelling from San Francisco, where both Mason and he ship out, was no problem "because we fly to ships all the time. Basically, it was like coming to a ship." Baltimore's Bob Brown said the course "was just about what I expected. Everything was fantas­ tic." His view was repeated by Brian Gross, who sails from Philadel­ phia. "I was not disappointed by it at all." Gross, and his fellow class­ mates, could not say enough about instructor Kate Richardson who taught the computer and personnel management segments. "Kate Richardson was great; she did well by everyone of us." The class sur­ prised her at their graduation with a bouquet of roses. She noted each of the students "was a character in his own right. But they all worked so well together and that made the class special." Thomas Wybo of Seattle summed up the experience of the training for the whole group: "There are facilities here to get whatever you want as long as you put forth the effort." William Justi tells upgraders and train­ ees at the March membership meeting ig hard ha to advance to continue working themselves In the SIU. Brian Gross works on a sllcer as he prepares a special meal as part of his training at the Lundeberg School. John Bulawan (rif helps Thomas Wybo through CF training. .'v Even galley work like maintaining re­ cords and ordering stores Is becoming more computerized, so Sylvester Mason gets all the training he can. n ,1 SIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco speaks to The members of the recertified steward class display their Thomas Wybo (left) shows his sauce to Executive the recertified steward candidates during their trip to beautifully decorated examples ofchaud-frold shortly before Chef Romeo LuplnaccI while Robert Brown dices up graduation from the steward recertlflcatlon course. union headquarters In Camp Springs, Md. some vegetables. • -7 s-': �mUUKM 799/ 1/ The Willicun R. Roesch Is Ready for Acti(ni Making sure the Roesch's engineroom Is clean is the job of Wiper Ehmed Mussed. QMED Scott Cass pumps lubricant from an oil drum in the engineroom of the bulker. The William R. Roesch, docked along the Cuyahoga River in Cleveland, awaits the start of another shipping sea­ son on the Great L^es in late March or early April. The Pringle Transit bulker usually carries stone from Stoneport, Mich, (near Alpena on Lake Huron) or calcite from Rogers City, Mich, (be­ tween Alpena and the Straits of Mackinaw) to either Bay City, Mich, (on Saginaw Bay) or Marine City, Mich, (on the St. Clair River). The vessel also makes occasional runs to Cleveland and Lorain, Ohio along Lake Erie. The vessel had another suc­ cessful season, according to Bosun Brett Fischbach. "The guys on here work hard and keep everything moving on time," he told the Seafarers LOG. The Roesch is famous on the Lakes for the steer's horns that rest above the bridge. The deck department of the 630foot vessel secures the horns during the winter to keep the weather from damaging them. Transplanted Hawaiian Leams to Love the Ice Cold, hard winters are the norm for the Great Lakes states, espe­ cially in Michigan. For a trans­ planted Hawaiian, they can be twice as hard. But Roy Calo, a cook-baker on the Sam Laud, has found a way to make the elements work for him. Calo, who joined the union in 1984, has taken up ice carving— with tremendous results. Over the winter Calo won two local contests and finished fifth in two others, enough to take the edge off the roughest winter storm Michigan can throw at him. "I started carving when I was still in Hawaii, working for Amer­ ican Hawaii Cruise Lines in Hono­ lulu," he said. "You had to carve quickly there. You had just enough time to get the basic outline." Calo originally came to Michi­ gan in August 1988 to visit his wife's family, but ended up staying there after dropping in at the Algonac union hall. His wife was ex­ pecting the couple's first child at the time, which Calo said "had something to do with staying." He has been there ever since, though he does admit the cold gets to him. "It's defmitely not what I'm used to, but I've made a lot of friends here, and we have a house and new car and the [now two] children, so I like it." In his new home state, ice carv­ ing is big in the winter. "I just joined an ice carving club this year," he said. "There will be lots more contests next year." This year, he's won twice with Indian carvings. The first, in a Bir­ mingham, Mich, contest, brought in a $500 first place prize. His lat- Roy Calo uses a chisel to carve a head made out of a solid block of ice. est victory came in Monroe, Mich., netting Calo a chainsaw for his ef­ forts. "That's what they use here— chainsaws, chisels, special tools I never saw in Hawaii," Calo said. As he acquires the tools, his skills will improve, he added. . "They give us three hours to cre­ ate here—lots more time than in Hawaii," he said. In that time, carv­ ers whittle down a five foot tall, 450-pound block of solid ice to some exquisite creations. Calo also garnered two fifthplace finishes, for which he re­ ceived some cooking knives and a scholarship to a community col­ lege. While winter may be waning in Michigan, at least one seafarer is sorry to see it go. For Roy Calo, there is always next year. r'" Ordinary Seaman Jack Chapin (left) and Able Bodied Seaman Mike McCarry inspect a deck line while the SlU-crewed American Republic passes behind them. •'H-- • • Also working aboard the William R. Roesch are SIU members (left to right) Second Cook Richard Bellant, Deckhand Ray Bennink and Porter Ray Buzzwah. Mild Winter Permits Early Crewing on Great Lakes SIU Great Lakes Division mem­ bers are returning to their vessels as a mild winter is allowing ship­ ping companies to fit out their bulkers and freighters early, re­ ported SIU Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Byron Kelley. Kelley said SIU members should be in touch with the hall to find out when their ships will be crewing. The scheduled fitout for some American Steamship Com­ pany vessels has been pushed for­ ward from early April to late March to take advantage of the weather. Crewmembers already have boarded the Medusa Challenger, a cement carrier, which is expected to be sailing on the Lakes by the middle of the month, said Algonac (Mich.) Patrolman Andy Goulet. Ice along the St. Clair River, which flows past the Algonac hall from Lake Huron to Lake Erie, is melting instead of staying solid and blocking the river channel. "[Construction] people have been able to work through the winter instead of shutting down," Goulet noted. "The factory stockpiles that were built up for winter already are getting low." Late 1990 Season The Great Lakes season for 1990 extended into January 1991 because the fall and early winter were so mild. Bulkers were able to unload extra iron ore pellets, stone, coal. cement and other products used in the region before tying up earlier this year. Normally the material would last several months because production decreases during the winter. That was not the case this winter, according to Goulet. Engine & Galley Report First As the fitout begins, engine and steward department members will be the first to arrive aboard the vessels. While the galley crew takes Care of getting food ordered and prepared for the season, the black gang will make necessary repairs to the engines and refill all the pipes emptied during layup to prevent ice from forming and bursting the pipes. Depending on what is being done in preparation for the season, the deck crew will arrive from a few days to two weeks later with the vessel leaving the dock a cou­ ple of days later. Although the winter has been mild, Lakes Seafarers are looking for the one sure sign that summer is on its way, Kelley added. "We are waiting for a nor'easter to blow the ice from Saginaw Bay, then a westerly to blow it out of the bay and through the Lakes. Then we'll know summer is here." Keep Informed Attend the Monthly Membership Meetings • Wfv �'f'j'v ' n ^:-Vv;^':;||;^,:,'--. •:'7- 1I.S. Woricers Can Be Losers in any Mexico Trade Deai ;U: '^1 . ,•,.... ..V; Continued from page 3 He discussed the fallacy of the maquiladora system, where American companies ship raw ma­ terials to Mexican factories to pro­ duce items with only a value-added tariff being imposed when those goods return to the U.S. market. While building some of the new­ est, most productive plants in the world, American companies are paying Mexican workers around 60 to 80 cents an hour, then blam­ ing American workers for not being as competitive, he said. One specific example he cited was TriCo of Buffalo, N.Y. "They took 1,300 jobs from Buffalo to Mexico. They built a new plant with new equipment in Mexico and 650 (unionized) were left in Buffalo. They didn't try building in Buffalo; they preferred to run off to Mexico. No one knows if we're competitive because no one has tried." Bieber noted his union was hurt not only by the flight of TriCo to cheap labor markets but other companies. He reported Ford Mo­ tor Company last year closed one of the two plants used to produce Ford Escorts and moved it to , '. v-myfi . v-r" '.;• 1• SUFARERS lOG . Mexico. He said not one of the Ford Tracers built in Mexico is sold there; they are shipped to the United States. Bieber then cited an example of the rights Mexican workers have with Ford. Mexican workers, who were taking home an average of $6 a day, struck a Ford plant there three years ago for higher wages after the peso had been devalued. Continued from page 4 Board) that has permitted scabs to be hired to replace striking workers. Although the 102nd Congress is barely two months old, 191 mem­ bers of the House and 27 senators already have signed their names to the legislation as co-sponsors. Hearings on the bills could come as early as late spring. "Friends of labor must stand up for us and put their names on the bill," Trumka emphasized. "A twofaced skunk is not worthy of our support anymore." George Kourpias, president of the International Association of Machinists, pointed out only two other industrialized countries al­ low workers to be permanently replaced; "South Africa and South Korea and they are both dictator­ ships." .f ;• H y- [-. •iVr-' '.d^r m. ::tV'^ '.v. • 'f' ••; • '-h. is . • "'''"• ''• A-. TfS^ '' '• y..-'\'f ,, '. r ,,••• • . Not Allowed in Europe Kourpias noted the govern­ ments of Europe "reject the idea of dismissing workers. Sweden, even for illegal strikes, doesn't allow the dismissal of workers." The Machinists leader thanked the union representatives at the meeting for their support of the striking workers of Eastern Air Lines, which stopped flying in Jan­ uary after trying for nearly two years to use scab employees. Without the support of brother and sister trade unionists, "the plight at Easter would have been worse," he said. Trumka, whose members re­ turned to work last year at Pittston Coal Company following a long and vicious strike, stated the true victims of scabs replacing striking unionists are children. "Take a 'Fortress Europe' Otero warned, "Fortress Eco­ nomic Europe is just around the bend. And American workers are going to be the losers again." While some administration offi­ cials have painted rosy pictures that U.S. exports will grow, Otero quoted the AFL-CIO's chief econ­ omist, Rudy Oswald, who said the European (Community could cause "a loss of 2.5 million U.S. jobs per year and lower wages for U .S. workers. Congressman Gephardt (D-Mo.), speaking as the majority leader of the House, said Congress would be watching what the administra­ tion barters in GATT and the U.S./ Mexico pacts. As for his personal stand, he told the union leaders he was for free and fair trade but "I'm not for negotiations that takes away the rights of workers and unions." He said he would introduce leg­ islation designed to promote fair ''trade instead of allowing U.S. jobs to be exported overseas. New Trade Bill TCU Vice President Jack Otero said a united and "fortress" Eu­ rope could close export opportu­ nities to U.S. companies. Enactment on Anti-Scab Bill Is Top Goal for Trade Unions T""-' _ They were fired, he said, and wages then were lowered because they were "out of sync" with other workers in the country. look into the eyes of the children standing in line with their n^oms at the welfare office. Their eyesare down, lifeless, sparkless. There is no joy." He said the only thing worse is the parents knowing they cannot provide their children with the items others have. The 1938 ruling was ignored until 1981 when President Ronald Reagan fired striking air traffic controllers and replaced them. Since then, scabs have been used against trade unionists at Conti­ nental Airlines, the Chicago Trib­ une, Boise Cascade, Magic Chef, Colt Firearms, Trans World Air­ lines as well as the present job actions against the New York Daily News and Greyhound. Tactic Recently Used Congressman Perkins said em­ ployers rarely used the ruling in its first 40 years of existence be­ cause they "knew it was wrong to release people who had helped to build the companies." The legislator noted the playing field changed in 1981. Companies started looking at short-term, rather than long-term performance. "They were overloaded with debt. Workers are assets to be used and discarded. They lacked any sense of loyalty to the workers." He reported the U.S. Govern­ ment Accounting Office noted per­ manent replacement workers had been used or threatened to be used in one of every three strikes since 1985. The MTD executive board made the passage of the striker replace­ ment bill one of its main priorities for this current session of congress and pledged to work vigorously for its enactment. "In 1992, we face a giant EC trading partner, surrounded by an underdeveloped Eastern and Cen­ tral Europe groping to move from Communism to a market-oriented economy. And we can expect new maquiiadoras in Poland, CzechoT Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, etc. This development, plus the huge political and economic strength of EC '92, is bound to have great adverse repercussions for U.S. trade with the attendant results of lower earnings and higher unem­ ployment for U.S. workers." RWDSU President Lenore Miller proposes a strategy for tackling the proposed trade agreement with Mexico. Keep AT&T Jobs in Says CWA President Bahr American jobs in the telecom­ munications industry are steadily being wiped out, reported Morton Bahr, president of the Communi­ cations Workers of America (CWA) to the MTD executive board mem­ bers assembled for the group^s meeting last month. Bahr reported that since 1984, when the Bell telephone system was broken up, more than 100,000 of AT&T's American jobs have been eliminated—most of those belonging to union members in either the CWA or the Interna­ tional Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW). Americans Are Productive He noted American workers are the most productive in the world. Bahr gave the example of an AT&T operation in Atlanta where Amer­ ican workers were proving their worth. "We told the company— give us a shot, bring some of the work back" from overseas, Bahr said. At the Atlanta factory where repairs and tests are made on cord­ less telephones, "we demon­ strated that if you give us a shot, we could do better than what the company was doing in Singa­ pore," said Bahr. Not only did the American workers perform well, Bahr said, but also management decided to institute a second shift. "It shows that with the skill of our workers and the technology we^h^ve, we can compete," concluded Bahr. After Bahr's repOjl, the MTD executive board voted to assist its affiliates, the CWA and the IBEW, in calling on AT&T to "invest, grow and create job opportunities in America." CWA President Bahr said AT&T has eliminated 100,000 U.S. jobs since 1984. Roe to Tiansport Gnups WMk to Coomion Agenda Continued from page 4 pay taxes if they don't have jobs.' Rebuild Infrastructure He said the challenge before the United States is not to rebuild the Middle East: "A reconstruction bank for Iraq?! Wait a minute! I want a reconstruction bank for the United States! The challenge be­ fore us is how to merge the (trans­ portation goals) togetjier and how we build a system and how we put it together again to make Ameri­ can industry competitive in the next ten years." �:•^; •t. •.•r'; •- -•.••D! >1-- '/n- -Wk^si'-iVtL'^fVy • MMCH 19^ %»>fe T he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of nine members of the union this month. From this group, five sailed in the deep sea division, two in the inland section, and one each from the Great Lakes and Atlantic Fishermen's divi­ sion. At 68, Cecil G. Nelson is the old­ est member of the retirees' group, and at 57, James T. Rocker is the youngest. Both sailed in the inland division. Brief biographical sketches of these two Seafarers and the others to retire follow. DEEP SEA v^rcfev/ ••' •;;p:.;. •'IP' I®:: LESTER A. BORGES, 63, joined the union in March 1967 in the port of San Francisco. The Hawaii-bom oiler sailed frequently on Hudson Waterways vessels, among others. He plans to reside in San Francisco. "V. A 'A'Ar' To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done INLAND Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names ofSIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SJU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happi­ ness and health in the days ahead. RICHARD S. JOHNSON, 61, joined the Seafarers in the port of New York in May 1947. A Vir­ ginia native. Brother Johnson sailed as a bosun, upgrading in 1973 at the Lundeberg School. San Francisco will serve as his home­ town. JORGE GIRAUD, 65, a na­ tive Honduran, joined the SIU in December 1971 in the port of New Orleans. The black gang member, who upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1978, will make Kenner, La. home. LEROY E. TEMPLE, 63, joined the SIU in the port of Wilmington, Calif, in July 1969. The Army vet­ eran sailed with the deck depart­ ment, completing recertifiycation classes in 1982 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Temple was bom in Sandusky, Ohio, but now calls Stockton, Calif, home. R.D. WHALEY, 65, joined the union in February 1972 in the port of Houston. The black ganger was bom in Tennes­ see and served in the Army during WWII, where he was wounded. Brother Whaley up- Desert Stonn Civilian Personnel Entitled to Tax Benefits and Relief fr0l(0_ WS-' - . 'ySP':'' The following is the complete text of the IRS circular explaining the tax benefits and relief extended to civilian personnel serving in op­ eration Desert Storm. The text is as follows: The following is a brief descrip­ tion of the major tax benefits avail­ able to U.S. civilian personnel serving in direct support of Oper­ ation Desert Storm. The Operation Desert Storm theater was desig­ nated as a combat zone by presi­ dential order,effective January 17, 1991; Congress subsequently in­ cluded Operation Desert Shield personnel within this category, ef­ fective retroactively to August 2, 1990. The area included within the combat zone covers Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, the Persian Gulf, Red Sea, Gulf of Oman, and certain parts of the Arabian Sea and Gulf of Aden. Section 7508 of the Internal Revenue Code postpones a wide range of acts required of the tax­ payer. A long list of activities are specifically mentioned, including the filing of returns, payment of taxes, filling of tax court petitions, filing claims or bringing suits for refunds, assessing taxes, issuing notices or demands for payment, making collections, or doing "any other act permitted or required under the internal revenue laws." This postponement period isfor the period in the combat zone plus 180 days. It is important to keep in mind that Section 7508 temporarily stays these activities, it does not terminate them, reduce statutory I t graded in 1978 at the Lundeberg School. He plans to retire to Jack­ son, Tenn. periods, or in any manner preju­ dice these actions after the post­ ponement period is over. The provision covers all individuals serving in direct support of the Armed Forces in a designated combat zone. Tax related activities are post­ poned for the period during which a qualified individual is serving in a combat zone, is hospitalized due to wounds, disease or injury suf­ fered while serving in a combat zone, and for 180 days thereafter. Additionally, IRS is required to pay interest on refunds issued after April 15,1991 to individuals serv­ ing in a combat zone. These inter­ est payments are to be paid from April 15,1991 to the date of refund without regard to the "normal" 45-day processing period for tirnely filed returns as defined by IRC 7508. Additionally, these benefits are afforded to the spouse of an indi­ vidual who qualifies for the bene­ fits without regard to being required to file a joint tax return. Individuals within the United States may call 1-800-829^1040 for assistance. Those outside the U.S. may write to IRS 950U Enfant Plaza,Washington,D.C. 20024.A FAX may be sent to (202) 2874466. The war zone (outlined in black) encompasses the area north of 10 degrees north latitude and west of 68 degrees longitude. This includes the Persian Gulf, the Red Sea, the Gulf of Oman, parts of the Arabian Sea and the Gulf of Aden and the land areas of Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. 7 CECIL G. NEL­ SON, 68, shipped as an engineer aboard Allied Towing vessels. He joined the SIU in the port of Norfolk, Va. in November 1977. Brother Nelson up­ graded at the Lundeberg School in 1979 and will retire to Chesapeake, Va. JAMES T. ROCKER, 57, joined the Seafarers in October 1956 in the port of Mobile, Ala. The lead deck­ hand and leverman, bom in Ala­ bama, sailed aboard Radcliff Co. vessels. He will call Jackson, Ala. home. GREAT LAKES HARRY KAWKA, 66, shipped with the deck department for Ameri­ can Steamship Co. He joined the union in May 1970 in the port of Chicago. Bom in New York, the WWII Navy veteran plans to make Chicago his retirement home. ATLANTIC FISHERMAN JEREMIAH P. NICASTRO, 62, joined the SIU in the port of Boston. The fisherman was bom in Glouces­ ter, Mass., where he will continue to live. •m Tommy Ze& Donates Call Board to School The call board of the former pas­ senger ship. President Roosevelt of American President Lines (APL), has been contributed to the Paul Hall Library and Maritime Museum by Tommy Zee, retired SUP member and former instmctor at the SUP Andrew Fumseth School of Sea­ manship. Zee made the call board himself while he was deck yeoman aboard the vessel. The President Roosevelt was originally built as the troopship General Richardson during WWII. After the war she, was operated by American Export Lines as the Laguardia, a passenger ship carry­ ing war brides to the U.S. from Eu­ rope. American Export sold her during the '50s to Hawaiian Textron which operated her as the Leilani in the West Coast to Hawaii trade. Around 1960, Hawaiian Textron sold the vessel to APL which refur­ bished her and operated the vessel as the President Roosevelt in the West Coast-Far East trade and also on round-the-world cruises. American President Lines then sold her in 1969 to Chandris Lines which took her to Greece, again to be refur­ bished and converted to carry more passengers. She presently is being operated out of Florida as the Emerald Sea by Commodore Cruises on trips to the Bahamas and West Indies under for­ eign flag. .•,.—1 -v*?.- • • r? mm •• I'v' �I ' ' ^ ''•^^'a-J,--,Z •- \ - ia^^-iaaAai»«aia3»<aa^^ -I _ -Is v| • '-: :'• ^•• ^ "^-• :'"5 ^ 14 . >''^' ,.y.-"'., i. J-. ••'-iVv-v7%- '.•yJ --•-ty---;iVv -- 't '<';-z;\''iu-f- -'-r -.•'tUr •t-.' •"''•• •";• .-'^'f-"' v*:yi'-':"'= • '~p:\ •', • •;, .. '' • ; .. •,. SEAFARERS 106 .' • - . rf\' " WW . J«. \ ^ - 1 ' SMiiiiii ' '• mg JS ' C-yzs • ' ' '^ ; •• • iy-z-z, ' y!:MyzyyyMy-'"'^yy{ ^y •'^:y.•-yy•'''yLzy^•••^• y • •• :':: ^^'K^l^•^^:;:•;.;v5;ty^:.': v.. 'WM, ^ •..: ': ••'. • • '\^> .'i:"U •"••••> y-'-i xymXy r'^SS'; . -xXy'XW.' pS|:;ifpl?t:;i:;i MTD President Michael Sacco (left) and Dominic L. Carnevale, administrative assistant to the president of :-y.s:s::-:s :;y ';•. • °-•s'.t-I.C- •. • President Emeritus of the ILA Teddy Gleason is recognized for his service. George F. Becker (left), the Steelworkers VP-administration, and Frank Hanley, president of the Operating Engineers, at the MTD executive •' SS" ••• s Pictured above is Kenneth L. Coss, the Longshoremen's President John M. Bowers (left) listens to a speaker, newly elected president of the Rubber and John J. Barry, president, international Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, reviews the submitted resolutions. Workers. p' - ' ^( •t'-'y"'..;, -V, !"• yy'^yyxxyyffx^y: Photo Round-Up Of MTD Board Meeting I Executive board members of the AFLCIO Maritime Trades Department called on Congress to immediately enact legisla­ tion that will make it illegal to replace striking workers with scabs once the beef has been settled. The board also pledged to work towards the defeat of any trade bills that switch American jobs for run­ away opportunities for U.S. companies. Over the course of the two-day meeting, the executive board of the MTD, which represents 43 national and international affiliated unions, heard from the com­ mander-in-chief of the military's trans­ port logistics arm on the important contribution American maritime workers made to Operation Desert Storm. On these two pages are photos of MTD officers, executive board members and other trade unionists in attendance as they deliberated and reviewed the department's program for the upcoming year. AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Thomas R. Donahue calls for an all-out effort to prevent the administration from bargaining away jobs for the sake of trade bills. • 5;v S, Wl^Piilill y.vy -'zz " '•Z' \' •-'• Z''ii' '.;y."iv-'-'®'" ' "Z&''!^ZZ''yiZ-1' ' 1: iyyy'y^yy^- yx MTD Executive Secretary-Treasurer Jean F. Ingrao (left) announces the affiliation of the Mine Workers to the department. Frank Pecquex (center), the MTD's field coordinator, reviews the legislative gains made by maritime workers In the last session of Congress. William F. Zenga (right), MTD vice president, opens the meeting. xyfyyyy^0yz&Xyy>yyy • • r'' 1-- isM. • •' •'' • v-{S.•; y;'?y;-byvy>• bbg,f?• yXyy.yXX.''- ' • " T. "U: John J. Banovic (left). Mine Workers secretary-trea-. Machinists VP Justin Ostro (left), who serves as the surer, and James E. Hatfield, president of the Glass MTD westem area executive board member, and Workers, hear Donahue's speech on America's trade President George J. Kourpias during the session on policy. (he pending anti-scab bill. Aboveare John Kelly (left), president of the Office Employees, and Ed Panarello, secretary-treasurer. Port Maritime Coundl of Greater New York and Vicinity. myy'yyXXm0 Jack F. Otero (left). International VP of the Transportation • Communications Union, and Hotel and Restaurant Employees General VP John O'Gara share a light moment. ,y|-' ys' :!• vrd •/.y-yy• • ybb.' v.'-.vbb-• ;b;b:bbi •7^-1 Fire Fighters President Alfred K. Whitehead (left) and Iron Workers President Jacob F. West listen to Rep. Gephardt announce he will introduce legislation aimed at increasing American competitiveness, Douglas H. Dority (left), VP of the Food and Commercial Workers, and Gilles Beauregard, secretaiy-treasurerof the Office Employees, study the department's legislative report. ^ ••; .v., b' Above is Greater Chicago and Above are Charles H. Marciante (right), N.J. Vidnity^F^ '^©sident OI®®.'.!?.®"^'uf?? B. D..I..«, Pulver,...Uwho is also SlU VP. Bemard Puchalski. " .urer Edward c-i -ID I an DIHWD ' I yyy^xxxyyiyzyi: " 1r .• Novelty Workers President Julius Isaacson Oeft) and District District 2 2 MEBA MEBA President President Raymond Raymond T. T. McKay McKay greet greet each other just before the first day's session is about to begin. Pictured above is Ed Turner who retired as as executive executive vice vice president president of of the the SlU. SlU He now works with merchant marine veterans. Eastern area MTD board member Roman Gralewicz is also the president of the SlU of Canada. Sam Kovenetsky (left), retired president of Local 1 of the Retail Wholesale Department Store Union, and CWA President Morton Bahr reminisce about several beefs the two were involved in when both were in New York. Pictured above is Andrew Boyle, secretary-treasurer of the Seafarers International Union of Canada. President Emeritus of the Nat Calhoon (left) and newly-elected Di^nct 1 MEBA/NMU Licensed Division Chairman Gordon Ward were welcomed by the MTD board. Guy Dem ^cretary-treasurer of the Gr^hic Cornrnunications Infl Union, is pictured above. MFOW p George McCartney (center) and SUP President Gunnar Lundeberg. •i <- 'Z. •, • 5-ssif ^y. i'--'jy:'- .y^' ^" •i }r-r'r'/-'/.r ;v',5V-rv, xyz:y//x/my ' fe-1 • • ys • y;f /yyyx - h'X'||pp£|!|;is United Textile Workers President Vernon A Mustard hears Bahr describe non M. mus, CWA's fight with AT&T. Robert J. Holton (right), president. Operative Plasterers'and Cement Masons' Infl Assodatlon is joined by the union's president emeritus, Mel Roots. In photos above are Charles W. Jones, president of the Boilermakers (left) and E.L. (Vera) Catalli, secretary-treasurer of the Distillery Workers. Peter Rybka, vice president emeritus of the Grain Millers, goes over the resolutions. Int'l Chemical Workers President Frank D. Martino (left) confers with the union's vice presIdent emeritus, Angelo Russo. Pictured above are N.Y. State AFL CIO President Edward J. Cleary (left) and RWDSU President Lenore Miller. Seafarers ^cretary-Treasurer John Fay is pictured above. ^ye is Richard Mantia, president. Greater St Louis Area and Vidnity Port Coundl. . .••.>''';;yy^ ,£y3'= ; ' ' " ' .'T "T'l fi''L -J • - y-i •.\X-y ' 'X'- •• y i.xx- ''jv :? , • yr- X,T5fX^y'y'*" y , •' , •• . 'X • '• " A'"'''' ^ X^XX V iXj. xry •>: ^P?y©)yyKyy;'bbf'ybb;y:.y?ybyy^y.y^,:y^ '-V.V .i • • y. r ;• yy y.-y''y • • y-y-y:. yy xyy .y;; •yvbyy:;.'v-;.:" Ji. �•: •'_. ~ •:*-t —I--i.-l-.f^.V k^Wv,4 •f' ^vr V • •• rl'.v I .1 ' I:.It%';-i • 16 SBWARaS 106 Dispatchers* Report for Deep Sea FEBRUARY 1-28, 1991 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port :NewYOTf Phil^dpKiif Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans JacksbhX'ille San Francisco s fcEfWilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston I St. Louis y^ey.Pointl Totals Port New York Philadelphia i; Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilininglpn^;: Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis i If y--' • iV;r ?r. i";- •!i Piney Point: njv ._ :: - , '".'f •' I'-:)r. Totals Port New Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip Reliefs •# : DECK DEPARTMENT '.»» 'W ,0^5 • 5 • V- 22 1 ' ^ 3 8"" 10 8 6 21 7 8 P^- • 1^9 . 5 :mik 8 18 8 4 5 > A A ' 5" 15 11 14 16 -14 14 2 ' "13"'" 6 4 20 13 A4:-\; v/-|' 9 1 1 • "•» 26 13 2 1 5 13^ 2 12 >7 15 2. 2 3 ' 1 K;,4f ."if.6': 170 140 111 *-'3 '• 2 '2 176 6 10 8 15 13 11 1 5 zu ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 45 2 0 """''14 0 11 0 •36 , 33 39 T . 0 30 38 1 0 12 6 1 ^ 106 0 1 122 • 12 2 If 6 5 10 - : ,0 20 2 2 9 13 •: .• • 4 2 15 9. v"'. 6.;,| fi2.:J 6 1 6 1 f J? PIpKS ® •: V 0 ' /'* J • " 0 f 0 i 0 0 Tf^.f 5 311 87 111 ENGINE DEPARTMENT IP 1 lU 3 2 - -21 6 ; 2 t 4 3 4 7 4 5 2 17 8 6 9 12' 13 10 9 . .7 . MM. 10 i 11 0 4 0 1 8 ,11,, 12 17 5 0 2 i. f,9:.S 3 2 102 114 62 ^ '^P'^26 21 3 ./ 3 . 2 6 19 9 ^ -f 7 16 2/ 1 9 • Q 110 6 5 0 5 f':^..;.3,. ; . 0 r3;^. 2 : 6 0 J 3 0 •7 3 8 0 0 10 5 8 0 22 16 3'^' 9 fo8 25 7 2 ifl.:;. 8 12 2 0 0 8 1 0 5 8 3 4 5 11 ' 0 24 0 0 2'' " 0 6 . 2 2 oV 87 169 64 4 u H 2 i""' 0 ..l.jx I ~J 0 5 6 4 9 3 1 7 4 \ 13 l:w':4;. 3 3 2 0 11 8 6 '-3 0 io : 3• 67 54 STEWARD DEI^RTMENT 1 m 5 9 3 0 2 3 3 5 5 1 2 "San Franci :^^tlmitigtoii Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu pSteLbuii^: j^ney Ptoiiiti Totals Port . ^-. . , • If' jr. Jf.^ Philadelphia ts Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans ITacksbnville San Francisco J Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals 3i 98 43 April & May Membanhip Meetii^s; Deep Sea, Lakes, Inland Waters 38 ENTRY DEPARTMENT C2 • 'Wm 0 fi';;4 .f,.if;f|; 4 6 4 3 12 10 21 22 35 34 13 5 10 2 6 0 0 125 20 12 11 55 18 1 33 236 52 14 11 2 199 16 2 2 416 28 484 814 496 610 603 424 373 Totals All Departments 442 417 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month rit February was down from the month of January. A total of 1,309 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,309 jobs shipped, 424 jobs or about 32 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 28 trip relief jobs w^re shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 13,627 jobs have been shipped. ' ' e'. • Piney Point Monday, April 8 Monday, May 6 New York Tuesday, April 9 Tuesday, May 7 Philadelphia Wednesday, April 10 Wednesday, May 8 Baltimore Thursday, April 11 Thursday, May 9 Norfolk Thursday, April 11 Thursday, May 9 Jacksonville Thursday, April 11 Thursday, May 9 Algonac Friday, April 12 Friday, May 10 Houston Monday, April 15 Monday, May 13 New Orleans Tuesday, April 16 Tuesday, May 14 Mobile Wednesday, April 17 Wednesday, May 15 San Francisco Thursday, April 18 Thursday, May 16 Wilmington Monday, April 22 Monday, May 20 Seattle Friday, April 26 Friday, May 24 San Juan Thursday, April 11 Thursday, May 9 St. Louis Friday , April 19 Friday, May 17 : , Homriuhi Friday, April 19 Friday, M^ 17 Dulotit Wednesday j, Apiil 17 Wednesday, May 15 Jersey Cil^' Wednesday, April 24 Wednesday, May 22 New Bedford Tuesday, April 23 Tuesday, May 21 iiiSf ^ 'I </ •k\ 'f'Siii .1'. :-v • "•••'' '• ••.-'ir •M i mmm I 1 'ti'"'" i not mm Personals TELESFORO VASQUEZ Please contact Carmen Vasquez at (305) 661-8175 regarding an in­ heritance. JUAN GILBERT TORRES Please contact your son, Gilbert Juan Torres, by calling (713) 6497848 or writing 7714 Dixie Drive, Houston, TX 77087. SEALIFT CARRIBEAN LICENSED MEMBERS Thanks for helping me get my endorsements. Daniel "Ziggy" Zealberg CORRECTION The photograph used in asso­ ciation with Operation Steel Box on Page 5 of the January 1991 Seafarers LOG carried an incor­ rect credit. The photograph was provided by the Bettman Archive. �• 4T^ - 'y ^ ' ' • '" " -.»*-.-:^V.l. —> •" ":•: ,V MARCH 1991 Seafarer-Crewed Prepositioning Ships Critical to Rapid Deployment in the Gulf One of the success stories of Operation Desert Shield, renamed Desert Storm since hostilities began, is the activity of the military's prepositioning ships, which are manned by Seafarers. loaded at all times for this contin­ gency. Though owned by the Navy, the ships are operated by three private shipping companies—Maersk, Waterman and Amsea—all of Sgt. Mate) Kocak While the maritime preposition­ ing ships (MPS) program has been overshadowed in the media by splashier successes such as the Pa­ triot missile defense system, the vessels helped the United States in its early rapid deployment of mili­ tary materiel to the Persian Gulf. Developed under the Carter ad­ ministration after the failed Iranian hostage rescue attempt, the pre­ positioning program allows for a rapid military deployment, com­ plete with supplies, to any hot spot. Ships based in Diego Garcia, spe­ cially tailored to military transpor­ tation and cargo needs, stay permanently ready to supply and transport troops to the trouble spots. The ships are kept fully which have collective bargaining agreements with the SIU. SIU Crews Trained Seafarers crews have been spe­ cially trained for these vital vessels at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. "Sealift training at the school," said Bill Hellwege, who serves as the institution's instructor in this area, "includes Underway replenish­ ment—cargo and fuel transfers at sea—helicopter operations and some special training for the deck crew. Deck department members are instructed in shipboard damage control, search and rescue and crane and forklift truck operations. squadron two sailed from Diego Garcia, three more ships, from squadron three, cast off from the Guam-Saipan area. The 1st Lt. Jack Lummus, the 1st Lt. Baldomero Lopez and the Pfc. Dewayne T. Williams (all operated by Amsea) picked up U.S. Navy support personnel en route to their assignments, arriving August 25. A day earlier, the Pvt. Hany. Fisher (Maersk) had arrived in Saudi Arabia. The ship had been headed to the U.S. for routine maintenance, but reversed its course off the west coast of Africa. The Pfc. William B. Baugh, which had been undergoing maintenance checks in Florida, arrived Septem­ ber 5 via the Suez Canal. The last of the squadron's nine ships, the Sgt. William R. Button When Iraq invaded Kuwait in August, the Bush administration response was to put the program to the test. The 13 ships, which are divided into three squadrons, pro­ vided two of those squadrons to the gulf operation after receiving or­ ders on August 8. In one week, three SlU-crewed ships, the Cpl. Louis J. Hauge Jr., the 1st Lt. Alexander Bonnyman Jr. and the Pfc. James Anderson Jr. (all under the Maersk banner) al­ ready were safely anchored in Saudi Arabia to meet and supply the Marine Corps Expeditionary Brigades being airlifted there, ac­ cording to the Military Sealift Command, the Defense Department's agency for coordi­ nating the transport of supplies during a conflict or war. While the three ships from calling out a warning, he hurled himself upon the grenade. He died shortly after his life-saving ac­ tions. 1st Lt. Alexander Bonnyman Jr. led a shore party assaulting the Japanese on Tarawa Island in No­ vember 1943. After helping to so­ lidify the area of operations, he led ah attack on a heavily guarded gar­ rison, flushing 100 of the enemy, who were cut down by his Marines, and killing 150 more with demoli- . tion charges before he finally was killed himself. Pvt. Harry Fisher was killed while erecting barricades under heavy fire on a dangerous mission while serving with a Marine con­ tingent in China during the Boxer Rebellion in July 1900. Sgt. Mate] Kocak singlehandedly drove off an enemy ma­ chine gun crew at bayonet point and later organized 25 French co­ lonial soldiers in destroying an­ other emplacement during World War I on July 18,1918. Pfc. Eugene A. Obregon cou­ rageously defended a wounded comrade, getting him out of the line of fire and protecting him with his own body until he himself was shot and killed in Korea on Sep­ tember 26,1950. 2nd Lt. John P. Bobo, although mortally wounded took actions which enabled his men to repulse a Hoirth^ctoain^^^ ^sault I' •-:l (Amsea), arrived the first week in September. It had been participat­ ing in a naval exercise in Washing­ ton. Fully Loaded Each squadron of MPS ships contains the equipment and 30 days of supplies for a Marine Ex­ peditionary Brigade. According to Sea Power magazine, the ships are capable of off-loading at piers or from offshore with special equip­ ment with which the vessels have been outfitted. The vessels store everything from vehicles, to ammunition, to food and water, fuel and other ma­ teriel needed to supply Marine am­ phibious forces. on his position on March 30,1967. His citation commended his "su­ perb leadership, dauntless courage and bold initiative.'' Major Stephen W. Pless ma­ neuvered his helicopter gunship to shield a small force under attack by 30 to 50 North Vietnamese sol­ diers. He drove off the enemy with his guns while his crew pulled the wounded soldiers to safety, then skillfully piloted the overweight aircraft to avoid crashing in the sea in August 1967. Pfc. Dewayne Williams smoth­ ered a grenade with his own body to protect other members of his unit during action against the Viet Cong in South Vietntoi on Sepr^ temb^ 18,1968. 1st Lt. Baldomisro Lopez #a# shot while throwing a g^nadei u| September 1950 and died while shielding the grenade from his men during the battle of Inchon in Korea. 1st Lt. Jack Lummus tena­ ciously disposed of three enemy installations before being fatally wounded by a land mine on Iwo Jima in March 1945. Sgt. William R. Button was awarded the medal for success^ fully executing a mission that re­ sulted in the dismantling of the ^oup of 1,200 outlaws led by Hai4 tian bandit chief Charlemagne Peralte. Sgt. Button lived from 1895 untiM921. Pfc. William B. Baugh • .4. ' J ' 'a 2nd Lt. John P. Bobo Thirteen MPS Military heroes always live on through their actions—it is an un­ written military code. The 13 SIUcrewed prepositioning ships now assisting the Marines are helping to carry on that tradition. TTie ships serve a symbolic pur­ pose as well as their vital supply mission; they are named for 13 Medal of Honor recipients, all Ma­ rines who gave their lives for their comrades. What follows is a brief descrip­ tion of each Marine's heroic action: Cpl. Louis J. Haiige Jr. on May 14, 1945 destroyed two enemy machine gun positions Singlehandedly to free his imper­ iled squad and allow the company to advance. He was cut down by Japanese sni]p|er fire only after he achieved his objective. Pfc. James Anderson Jr. pur­ posely took the force of an enemy grenade to protect other Marines pinned by heavy enemy fire in Vietnam. The first black Marine Corps Medal of Honor recipient was trapped with the rest of his platoon. When the grenade landed hear his head, Anderson grabbed the unexploded piece and curled his body around it, absorbing the impact in February 1967. Pfc. William B. Baugh was ri­ ding in a troop truck in Korea in November 1950, about to disem­ bark rath hii? squad, when a gre­ nade Iiaided in their midst, j^er • V/-: y '• a . �'• ' • . . • •. -.i. *..--i. r -^Xt'Sil! a SSAFARBIS LOG Seafarm IntenulhmH UnioH Knthur Dispatchers* Report for Great Lakes CL—Company/Lakes FEB. 1-28, 1991 #"• NP—Non Priority L—Lakes •TOTAL REGISTERED TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups All Groups All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL dass L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP Port |liAIgonacp;|i.: Port ,_Algonac Port '• v:^ •;|^AtgonaC:ai Port ;^^Igonac WWf ., ' • President ' Michael Sacco Secretary-Treasurer John Fay Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco Vice President Collective Bargaining Angus "Red" Campbell Vice President West Coast George McCartney Vice President Government Services Roy A. "Buck" Mercer Vice President Atlantic Coast Jack Caffey Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Byron Kelley Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Corgey DECK DEPARTMENT 0 2 0 \'•^> S . o 0<< . ' ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 3 0 mii'K: irlv* STEWARD DEPARTMENT V ^ 0. 0 • .0 !iA' % 3 ,15 ENTRY DEPARTMENT -f9- 10 55 ^ Totals All Departments 0 36 9 0 5 0 0 121 18 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Olepatchers* Report for Inland Waters FEBRUARY 1-28, 1991 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C • " 'A:' •>.'A Port J Kew York Philadelphia ,^,PaItinjp^^ Norfoik Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Fi^ncistjo ^Wilniingtow Seattle Puerto Rico Houston ^"Algonac V iSL Louis |iWney Point Totals JWney^ill Totals ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 0 0 14 0 0 0 4 0 3 dbl 2 -••8:1 0 0 27 " 0 8 •'dd 0, 0^ 0 k.Od 43" • 25 Port ew York iladelphia ^tiinore; : Norfolk Mobile New Orleans llacksonville San Francisco' ^ WilmingtOT Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac St. Louis , . Piney Point Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Fr^cisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algo St. Lotii^ TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ENGINE DEPARTMENT m HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 4800! (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (301) 327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi Street Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 •i-i JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904)353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201)435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 - d'V km:'' (205)478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 'fi NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA f 7fjf)A « 4 Ct 0 0 0 6 0 5 0 0 3 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 13 '".rd-- :3r' 0 b 3 b 0 0 0 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 b 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 d 0 0 0 0 1 m 0 0 1 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 "kdkk > 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 ''dVf 0• • ^- 0 0 0 0 . 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 38 m 0 1 0 0 0 1.^ • 0 0 11 Totals All Departments 64 22 19 12 2 3 209 78 30 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. PhUadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT St. Mary's CJounty Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos $t. Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809) 721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206) 441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave, St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213) 549-4000 • •k-iki i: v'i;,!J 'i- kifkk-kd •• '' •r*--' �" • ,. '•* •'' vrnv^'-V-' ' ~'c MAffCff 7997 79 Cape Meteor Steward Proud to be Part of Gulf Operation -i- §:> • ;• '. 'j .c. V ij;' - ,y'i-..;" Steward Baker Peter Schuiz believed he was doing his part to prevent a dictator from forcing his will over an oppressed people when he took his job aboard the Cape Meteor last August. Schuiz has firsthand knowledge of what a tyrant can do to a nation. He was bom in Germany in 1938 and lived there through World War II before immigrating to the United States. Although his memories are vague, he does recall the absolute destruction of his homeland caused by the war started by Adolf Hitler. "From an historic standpoint, Saddam Hussein does not have the the economic power compared to Hitler," Schuiz told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. "They are so different that they really cannot be compared. Saddam will somehow be eliminated and another political form will take his place." Schuiz forwarded to the Seafar­ ers LOG photos he and other crewmembers shot while the Ready Reserve Force vessel was involved in the buildup of Ameri­ can forces in Saudi Arabia. The 24-year SIU veteran said each trip was emotional because the crew became friends with the military personnel carried aboard. "I got a letter from one of the men al­ ready," he reported. "The young soldiers were ex­ tremely polite," Schuiz recalled. "They were thankful even for a cup of coffee. They need all the support they can get." Some of that support came from the crew aboard the Meteor. Schuiz Said all the SIU members got together to hold barbecues for the troops. He said members were anxious about the prospect of war. "Each member showed it in a different way. Some were worried because they have wives and children back home. But this was something im­ portant for the union to do and they realized it was history." The Cape Meteor sailed from Los Angeles to Texas in August before it went to the Middle East. The vessel also shuttled equipment from Europe to the Persian Gulf before returning to the U.S. in Jan­ uary of this year. Steward Baker Peter Schuiz (with rifle) assists some troops aboard the Meteor clean their weapons. Steward Assistant Stephen Mack takes time out for breakfast. Ordinary Seaman David Smith enjoys a bite of lunch before going back to work. Steward Assistant William Wyatt straightens up one of the rooms aboard the Ready Reserve Force ship. Chief Cook William Simmons prepares a plate of food for a hungry crewmember aboard the Cape Meteor. The Jobs and Intei^ts Of Seafarers Are at Stake In Decisions Made By Elected Officials! Elected legislators are confronted with issues con­ cerning the maritime industry on almost a daily basis. Seafarers must make their voices heard on legislation that directly affects their livelihoods. The Seafarers Political Action Donation, or SPAD, is made up of the voluntaiy contribu­ tions from SIU members. Through support of elected candidates, the SIU can work with leg­ islators to promote the American merchant marine, protect the jobs of its members and pursue a better economic and social way of J life for their families. SPAD monies are used solely to assist the agenda of Seafarers and their families. Such mainstays of the American merchant marine as the Jones Act and Cargo Preference are debated continuously in Congress. Federal agen­ cies like the Department of Transportation and its Maritime Administration and U.S. Coast Guard, the Department of Defense and its Mili­ tary Sealift Command, the Federal Maritime Commission and the Department of Labor issue rules that regulate and concern the Amer­ ican maritime industry and its workers. SPAD is your eyes and ears to government while you are at work. Keep it worl^g for you. Donate today. It/"'-" . . steward Assistants Nancy Tan (left) and S.H. Afful (standing) help Steward Baker Peter Schuiz plan a meal aboard the Cape Meteor. The crew of the Cape Meteor takes part in gas attack training as the ship heads for the Persian Gulf. At left, AB Philip Sauers (left) wears an Arab headdress and caftan as he serves coffee to OS Wallace Stephens. "'r'-' *•'V..'' Bosun Carlos Spina was in charge of the deck department for one of the voyages. �/ --i'' •'• SEAFMUSm 20 ' hr. : Messages in Bottles Are Slow hut Romantic • •• . '• "7-21-90. ALOHA FROM THE S/S LNG TAURUS. 3 DAYS OUT OF HIMIJI {sic), JAPAN HEADING FOR BONTANG, IN­ DONESIA." That was the message that Stan­ ley Kienna put in a bottle and threw off the LNG Taurus, along with his return address. Several months later, the bottle washed up on the Philippine shore and was picked up by Perfecto Sabiduria of Infanta, Qeuzon, P.I. He sent Kienna a note to let him know it had been found; "To whom it may concern. Sir, I write a letter to in­ form you that I found the bottle of Santori on Nov. .2, 1990 in Dinahican." An Old Practice Where did the idea of bottled messages come from? The practice of placing mes­ sages in bottles cast overboard or from remote desert islands has a long and romantic history. Al­ though the first instance of this practice is not known, it is thought to date back to the ancient world. In more recent times. Queen Elizabeth I of the United Kingdom created a position known as the "Uncorker of Bottles." Appar­ ently, a fisherman caught a bottle on the beaches of Dover. Being unable to read the message con­ tained within, he took it to local officials who were astounded by its contents. It appeared to be a letter from a secret informer which reported that the island of Novaya Zemlya had l'' '".i^.': ; i.- • • • ^ V. . ?S: •• been captured by the Dutch. The Queen flew into a rage that others would dare to read dispatches in­ tended only for her Majesty. She therefore appointed an official bottle-opener, threatening with death anyone who read future messages that might wash ashore on the British Isles. The ro­ mance and lure of find­ ing such messages stems from the hint of danger and urgency which often leads the sea­ farer or cast­ away to undergo this inefficient means of communica­ tion. Indeed, throughout history there are stories of sailors in dangerous situations who have tried to alert the world to their plight or who bid their farewells to distant relatives. In 1887, for example, John Lee of Nova Scotia launched this dra­ matic message:"May 17,1887. Td whom it may concern. Tell mother • t':' I-': • 4 for Seafarers '4: • >• • i ->'• •r ;|y: "• found in places as diverse as the Gulf of Mexico and Scotland, while many are never found or get trapped in the Sargasso Sea. Per­ haps the government got this idea from Benjamin Franklin who used bottles to prove his theories about the Gulf Streana. Others are simply thrown for the purposes of sending greetings to exotic locales or in order to make the message seem all the more im­ portant. In the latter case, there is , an example of a radio operator on the Greek steamer Aristidis who in 1948 wished to send his congratu­ lations to the newly married Lieu­ tenant Phillip Mountbatten and Princess Elizabeth. The message stated: "Although there are three mod­ ern wireless transmitters in my possession, I just thought it would be more interesting in this strange way to send you my heartiest wishes for a long and very happy life to you both. God bless you two." Such a method was rewarded when the radio man learned upon arrival in Norfolk that the message did indeed reach Buckingham Pal­ ace. The actress Mary Martin, who at the time was starring in the mu­ sical "South Pacific," had a mes­ sage cast off in the South Seas sending her good wishes to whom­ ever might come upon it. It took only a few months time before a reply was received from Tahiti, along with a picture of the finder's house, kind wishes for the future and "some Tahitian breeze." Plan Now for a Summer Vacation at Piney Point f: .•fi I died fighting. John Lee, master mariner, Halifax." It wasn't until 40 years later when a German offi­ cer found the salt and shell en­ crusted bottle on the shores of the Island of Bockum in the Baltic. Mr. Lee's mother had died five years after her son with­ out ever knowing ex­ actly what became of him. In modem times, the practice of casting mes­ sages adrift has become more a matter of curiosity and science. At various times since the mid-'30s, for example, the U.S.government' s Department of the Navy has placed messages in the Gulf Stream and elsewhere in attempts to chart currents and flows. The notes contained within ask for replies stating the time discov­ ered and the location. These bottles have been picked up in times rang­ ing from a few weeks to six years. Some 35 years ago, the Seafarers Intemational Union's Atlantic and Gulf District became the first maritime union in America to establish a scholarship pro­ gram to help qualified members and their dependents finance college and voca­ tional education. Every year, four scholarships are given to children of SIU members. These are worth $15,000 each over a four-year period at the college of the winner's choice. In addition, three scholarships are reserved annually for SIU members, themselves. One is a $15,000 four-year scholarship. Each of the other two is a $6,000 two-year scholarship for study at a vocational school or community college. The scholarship materials are available at any SIU union hall. The submission deadline is SIU Scholarship Program APRIL 15,1991. Prospective applicants also Seafarers Welfare Plan may request a copy by filling in the request 520! Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 form below. Mail the completed form to: The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship is available over the summer months as a vacation site for SIU members and their families. Nestled on the banks of the St. George's Creek in Piney Point, Md., there are boating and fishing activities available to vacationing seafarers and their families. The school's location also al­ lows for day trips throughout his­ toric southem Maryland and the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Next month's Seafarers LOG will include additional informa­ tion about the vacation program and a reservation form. In the meantime, any interested SIU member may call (301) 994-0010 to find out more about the pro­ gram. It should be noted that a vaca­ tion stay at the school is limited to two weeks per family. Seafarers Welfare Plan Notice COBRA: Continuation Health Coverage Seafarers or their dependents who have lost eligibility for health care coverage under the rules and regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, may be eligible to purchase, at a premium, welfare coverage directly from the plan. , Seafarers who have lost their eligibility for plan coverage must notify the plan office immediately to find out whether or not they or their dependents may elect to continue benefits under this program. To obtain more information about this program. Seafarers may call the membership services office at: 1-800-CLAIMS-4 (1-800-252-4674) or j Tjlease send me the 1991 SIU Scholarship Program booklet which may write to: I contains eligibility information, procedures for applying and the | I application form. COBRA Program Seafarers Welfare Plan Name 5201 Auth Way Book Number_ .Social Security Number. Camp Springs, MD 20746 Address City, State, Zip Code. Telephone number ' This application is for I • Self G Dependent (The April 1989 edition of the Seafarers LOG contains a complete descrip­ tion of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act- •or ! COBRA—program.) 3/91 I 'i!- �'N • • ".' ••> .•,'. mcH ':V ."'S- 21 ^ requested coffee be made available dur­ ing meal hours. Crew also voted no smoking in mess room during meal hours. Collection will be held for ship's fund as needed. No beefs, no disputed OT reported by deck or engine dele­ gates. Steward delegate reported OT dis­ pute, no other beefs. & Onee4}i0on,b^tmU$f^ Ships minutsssmiwiewsd^b^^ unlo/iS conimct i issues hKiuMngattention or resolution are addrm upon receipt of the ships minutes. Those nian : t •' • ";F7„S'P" .7 .'•'/.•• '^7- BROOKS RANGE ilOM), Januaiy 6— Chairman Bob Edwards, Secretary Joe Pitetta, Education Director Robert Hamil, Deck Delegate S. Lagare, En­ gine Delegate Dave Goosby, Steward Delegate Kenyon M. Bragg Sr. Chair­ man thanked deck gang and pumpman Bob Hamil for a successful tank cleanup on way to Portland, Ore. shipyard. He also reported ship is back on regular Valdez, Alaska to Panama run. Steward thanked crew for keeping mess hall clean and movies in order. Education di­ rector reminded people to upgrade at Piney Point, especially considering im­ portance of being well-trained for ser­ vice in Persian Gulf. He also thanked Bart Rogers and manpower staff for long hours in keeping ships crewed during Desert Shield. Steward department thanked for "tremendous" Christmas din­ ner. Special thanks to steward assistants Joe Gonzales and AH Mohammed for exceptional work. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Motion was made and sec­ onded to try to service TV and radio antenna. Crew felt that permanent per­ sonnel should not lose that status be­ cause of sickness or injury (uncontrollable occurrence). Proposal re­ ferred to negotiating committee for possi­ ble action. CAPE HENRY(lOM), January 6— Chairman Thomas Votsis, Secretary Mike Thornton. No beefs. Disputed OT reported by engine delegate; none reported by other delegates. Next port; Houston. 1/SJVSC4PEZ.Z.4 (IMC), January 17— Chairman Mike Sbappo, Secretary Joe Conlin. Very little mail sent to ship, only six LOGs received for crew of 42. Union will send more in future. Chair­ man reported long, hard trip. Thanked AS Joe Conlin for work as chief steward and chief cook and for a Job well done. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. CAPE NOME (lOM), January 19Chairman John E. Rountree, Secretary Alfredo Panico, Deck Delegate Caro­ lyn Parnell, Engine Delegate Steve Brown, Steward Delegate Lonzell Sykes. Payoff expected January 20 in North Carolina. $100 in ship's fund. No beefs, no disputed OT by deck or engine delegates. Disputed OT reported.by stew­ ard delegate. GULF rf?4D£/?(All Marine Services), January 13—Chairman C.N. Johnson. Chairman reported very good trip so far. $1,243.75 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck or engine del­ egates. Disputed OT by steward delegate. Chairman reminded everyone to get new shots in case of chemical war­ fare. Crew voted thanks to steward de­ partment for Job well done. LIBERTY SEA (Liberty Maritime), Jan­ uary 13—Chairman Irvin S. Crutchlow, Secretary Joseph Moody, Steward Delegate Anderson J. Jordan Jr. Payoff scheduled for New Orleans, La. January 15. Chairman reports good trip. No beefs, no disputed OT in any de­ partment. Next port: New Orleans. OMI HUDSON (OMl), January 4Chairman Al Caulder, Secretary J. Ri­ vera. Dispute reported concerning restriction to port at Port Everglades, Fla. Payoff due January 5. Large ship's movie collection reported. No disputed OT, no beefs. Steward department given vote of thanks. Aboard Overseas Ohio SEA-LAND DISCOVERY (Sea-Land Service), January 13—Chairman Harry Fisher, Secretary Jose R. Colls, Deck Delegate Reyes Flores, Engine Delegate ^ tPedro Gago, Steward Delegate Jorge Salazar. Ship to lay up end of January in Tampa. Ship needs many repairs—in gal- SEA-LAND QUALITY (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 6—Chairman C. James, Secretary G. Bonefont. Chairman re­ ported all going well—smooth and good voyage. $125 in ship's fund. Deck and engine delegates reported some disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT in steward department. Vote of thanks to steward department for Job well done and for homemade soups. Next port: Boston. OVERSEAS ALASKA (MOC), Janu­ ary 13—Chairman Robert S. Wilson, Secretary Carl Woodward, Education Director R. Quinter. Chairman cau­ tioned crew on noise around quarters. He also reminded members about being care­ ful with plastics. No beefs, no OT disputes. OVERSEAS ALICE (MOC), January 6—Chairman Steve Copeland, Secre­ tary Alphonse Johnson. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Steward delegate reported OT dispute, no other beefs. Coast Guard in­ spection soon. Vote of thanks to steward department. OVERSEAS ARCTIC (MOC), January 7—Chairman J. Zepeda, Secretary C. Veazie, Education Director M. Will, Deck Delegate Ernest Zepeda, Engine Delegate Jose Rodriguez. Nothing in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT in any department. ffOVE/7 (Vulcan Carriers Ltd.), Januaiy 6—Chairman D. Ellette, Secretary D. Wuerth, Education Director Earl Olsen. Education director emphasized importance of attending Piney Point and offered help in filling out paperwork. $140 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew reminded to keep all quarters' doors locked at all times. Note of thanks to steward depart­ ment for good Job over past few months. SEA-LAND DEFENDER (Sea-Land Service), January 6—Chairman Luigi Alleulula. Secretary John J. Alamar, Edu­ cation Director Phillip Tarantino, Steward Delegate Tommy Belvin. Crew ... '••.•'''W'.mi.--- r i i iiiii. • • -. • 'v-f. .'w' -v. '' rr.i- Lifeboat Drill Aboard Ship Richard Hicks, Walter Johnson and Jessie James have donned their flotation vests in preparation for a lifeboat drill aboard ship in Diego Garcia. ley, both messrooms, pantry and all state­ rooms. List given to captain. No beefs, no disputed OT reported. Thanks to stew­ ard department for good food and good Job. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. SEA-LAND EXPLORER (Sea-Land Service), January 20—Chairman Ted A. Tolentino, Secretary Suhermadhy Ghani, Education Director Robert E. Blackwell, Deck Delegate Jabez E. Pegg, Engine Delegate Glen Hender­ son, Steward Delegate Ruben Casin Jr. Chairman reported trip was very pleas­ ant with good crew and fine food. No beefs, disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Steward delegate asked for clarification on shifting (early) meal. Ship receiving mail and LOGs reg­ ularly. No other beefs. Next port: Oak­ land, Calif. SEA-LAND EXPRESS (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 13—Chairman J.M. Ard, Secretary J.L. Johnson. No beefs or dis­ puted OT. LOG received in Yokohama, Japan. Crew thanked for keeping ship clean. Steward department (Chief Stew­ ard Joe Johnson, Chief Cook Charles Gooch, Assistant Harry Bourne) con­ gratulated for Christmas and New Year's Day dinners. SEA-LAND INNOVATOR (Sea-Land Service), January 13—Chairman Claude J. Dockrey, Secretary Jose M. BayanI, Deck Delegate Herbert A. Greene, En­ gine Delegate Carmine J. Barbati, Steward Delegate G.W. Sallee. Chair­ man noted captain was happy with crew. Deck and engine departments thanked for keeping ship clean. No beefs, no dis­ puted OT. All unlicensed seamen thanked Captain James E. Franklin for getting new TVs and a VCR for the crew lounge. Crew had nice Christmas in dry dock in Kobe, Japan. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. everything running smoothly. Everyone doing fine Job. Steward department re­ ceived vote of thanks, especially for holi­ day meals. Movie fund was at $193. Spent $175 on blank tapes. Captain said $200 from ship's fund will be contrib­ uted for more tapes to enlarge movie col­ lection. Crew requested new washing machine and ship's antenna be hooked up to satellite to receive Armed Forces Radio. ••• V :>-}')• • -^3^, SEALIFTCARRIBEANilMC), Janu­ ary 13—Chairman Larry Baker, Secre­ tary Paul Burke, Deck Delegate Michael P. Healy, Engine Delegate Al­ berto Garcia, Steward Delegate Grady Beasly. No beefs, no disputed OT re­ ported. Ship due in shipyard February 15. Crew talked about permanent Jobs aboard Sealift ships and voted thanks to president and union officials for hard work they are doing. Next port: Houston. SUGAR ISLANDER (P.O. Mariner), January 13—Chairman C.O. Herrara, Secretary C. Miles, Education Director Lorie Christmas, Deck Delegate Tommy Lister, Engine Delegate Dale W. Seats, Steward Delegate Isaac G. Gardon. No beefs or disputed OT. Lad­ der to cargo holds needs replacing. Crew requested more than four LOGs be sent to the vessel. Crew also asked for all forms and OT sheets. LNG VIRGO (ETC), January II— Chairman Ulus S. Veach, Secretary Mi­ chael F. Meany, Deck Delegate John Gilston, Steward Delegate Ronald E. Aubuchon. Chairman reported every­ thing going smoothly. Motion made and accepted to buy video camera from ship's fund to be rented to crewmembers when they go ashore. Crew re­ quested clarification on October contract: How will retroactive increase in vacation pay be handled? Next port: Arun, Indonesia. •i'v-' iinor '•li-r 'fa^ • f J- SEA-LAND SPIRIT (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 20—Chairman John W. Schoenstein, Secretary Steve Apodaca, Education Director C. Henley, Deck Del­ egate William K. Stone, Engine Dele­ gate George Silva, Steward Delegate Richard E. Casuga. Chairman reported 0/lf/H(/DS0Af (OMI), January 17— Chairman Al Caulder, Secretary J. Ri­ vera. No disputed OT, no beefs. $70 in movie fund. Chairman reports crew working hard to prepare ship for ship­ yard in March. Said ship is fortunate to have lots of brotherhood onboard. Thanks to Ray Singletary and Anthony McQuay and whole Jacksonville staff for representing crew during recent pay­ off in Port Everglades, Fla. Next port: Wilmington. SEA'LAND CHALLENGER (SeaLand Service), January 6—Chairman Salvadore Rallo, Secretary Leticia Perales. Steward Delegate Jesse Lee Jones. Crew requested new ice machine. It has spent 90 days without ice on a southern run (San Juan, Rio Haina and Jackson­ ville). New washer was requested as well. Secretary reported crew working to­ gether nicely. Members voiced thanks to captain for help in making holidays more pleasant. Thanks also extended to stew­ ard department for holiday meals. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. Chief Steward Grant Marzett prepares for the fire and lifeboat drill aboard the Overseas Ohio. SEA-LAND DEVELOPER (Sea-Land Service), January 4—Chairman Terry Murphy,''^ecretary Diana Nason, Edu­ cation Director A. Bell. Chairman re­ minded everyone of importance of contributing to SPAD. Payoff scheduled for Tacoma, Wash. January 8. Education director urged members to take advan­ tage of Piney Point. Crew also informed of random drug testing policy to take place this month aboard vessels. No money in movie fund. Disputed OT re­ ported by deck delegate. No other beefs or disputes. Crew would like to see Diana Nason become a regular steward because of her fine work. SEA-LAND LIBERATOR (Sea-Land Service), January 27—Chairman M. Keefer, Secretary Nancy Heyden, Edu­ cation Director E. Ford, Deck Delegate Steve Kastd. Everything running smoothly in all departments. No beefs, no OT disputes reported. Education di­ rector encouraged all members to make extra trips to keep ships manned during Persian Gulf crisis. Steward department congratulated for Job well done. Steward thanked crew for keeping things clean. Next port: Long Beach. i --7. . •7. •' t-' „ '• . • . - • •Ki vil is-. •• U �SEAFARCRS 106 Spica Wins Logistics Award far Second Time in 3Years The commander of the U.S. Navy Seventh Fleet has selected the USNS Spica for the 1990 Logistics Excel­ lence Award. The supply ship is erewed by members of the SIU's Government Services Division. This honor, which has been given to the Spica for the second time in the last three years, goes to the oiler, supply, ammunition or other logistics vessel in the civilian-crewed Military Sealift Command that performs its duties at a level beyond what is ex­ pected. In announcing the award. Rear Admiral P. E. Tobin, commander of the Seventh Fleet, cited the role the Spica played in assisting several bat­ tle groups during operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. "In addi­ tion to supporting the Midway and Independence carrier battle groups in the North Arabian Sea, (the) Spica conducted three replenishment cy­ cles within the Arabian Gulf to naval units deployed to the commander (of the) Middle East force." Since October 1990, when it was sent to the Middle East, the supply vessel has distributed more than 3,000 tons of food and other provis­ ions while serving as commodity manager for 54 naval units. "The USNS Spica has consis­ tently responded to all commitments with excellence, a 'can-do' attitude and unprecedented professionalism. She has steamed more hours and pro­ vided more stores than any other (ship) during the year," the citation continued. Several other Government Ser­ •f-- - '•:i^ V "•'•#. V '-:- vices Division-crewed vessels, in­ cluding the oiler USNS Walter S. Diehl and ammunition ship USNS Kilauea, were nominated for the award. SIU crewmembers aboard the Spica include from the deck depart­ ment Bosuns Hans H. Rook and Richard Martinez; Carpenter Ricardo Sanchez; Bosun Mates Patricio F. Arabaca, Milton D. Anderson, Oscar Taufaasau, Eric M. Jackson and Jerry L. George; Watch ABs Samuel F. Sturdevan, Raymond P. Belisle Jr., Phillip B. Adams, Hiram M. Elia, Kuzuyuki Ito and Thomas J. Bruce; Day ABs Lenard E. Sidener, Wilbert E. Scott, Josefino B. Cabanban, Ron­ ald King, James C. Ogg, Leonard E. Green, Raymond C. Spencer, Horace N. Brodie Jr., Joseph E. Urso, Dennis L. Johnson, Reynaldo A. Bautista, Anthony R. Mills, Jose C. Bendol, Larry A. Melvin, Paul Arredondo, Adu Nurk, L. C. Craney, Edward Fer­ nandez, Samuel Wilson Jr., David Wernet, Haruki Nakamoto, Terry D. Melvin, Gerald K. Hermanson and Ivory C. Mason; and Ordinary Seamen Vincent H. Anders, Charles Abernathy and David Chase. Government Services Division members working in the black gang were Chief Electrician Warren S. Nagata; Day Refrigeration Engineer Domingo Castro; Watch Refrigera­ tion Engineers Donnie S. Turner, Carlos S. Isles and John G. Duffy; Deck Engineer Machinists Ruben V. •^;•• Summary Annual Report SIU Pacific District Pension Plan This is a summary of the Annual Report for the SIU Pacific District Pension Plan [Employer Identification No. 94-6061923, Plan No. GO1 ] for the yearended July 31, 1990. The annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974(ERISA). Basic Financial Statement ^ V-'i-' 't'c -•-• f^^,: K- >•; '. Benefits under the plan are provided by a trust arrangement. Plan expenses were $15,008,453. These expenses included $1,096,187 in administrative ex­ penses and $13,912,266 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. A total of 6,357 persons were participants in or beneficiaries of the plan at the end of the plan year, although not all of these persons had yet earned the right to receive benefits. The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $139,915,212 as of July 31,1990, compared to$145,425,056 as of July 31,1989. During the plan year the plan experienced a decrease in its net assets of $5,509,844. This decrease included unrealized appreciation or depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan's assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. The plan had total income of $9,498,609 including employer contributions of $1,524,339, earnings from investments of $7,561,994, stock dividends of $781,215, net realized gain on sale or exchange of assets of $4,973,210, unreal­ ized depreciation of assets of $5,359,342 and other income of $17,203. Employ­ ees do not contribute to this plan. Minimum Funding Standards Our actuary's statement shows that enough money was contributed to the plan to keep it funded in accordance with the minimum funding standards of ERISA. Your Rights to Additional Information • •; You have the right to receive a copy of the full Annual Report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. An accountant's report; 2. Assets held for investments; 3. Actuarial information regarding the funding of the plan. To obtain a copy of the full Annual Report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of the Plan Administrator, SIU Pacific District Pension Plan, 522 Harrison St., San Francisco, CA 94105. Telephone Number (415) 495-6882. You also have the legally protected right to examine the Annual Report at the main office of the Plan, 522 Harrison St., San Francisco, CA 94105, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, DC or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Depart­ ment of Labor should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, N5507, Pension and Welfare Benefit Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitu­ tion Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20210. • 'r. The USNS Spica Madarang and John H. Bellar Jr.; Day Second Engineers Ellis W. Is­ land and David L. Smith; Engine Utilitymen Sam Blalock, Juan A. Cruz and John F. Walsh; Oilers An­ tonio Siarot, Oscar C. Williams and Kevin S. O'Shaughnessy; and Wip­ ers Edgardo S. Sanding, Loyd L. Bartolome and Leodegario D. Are­ nas Jr. Those sailing in the galley gang were Chief Steward Dionisio L. Ma­ nila; Third Steward Roslito T. To­ ledo; Chief Cook Homer Gordon Jr.; Night Cook and Baker Ismael Corpuz; Second Cook and Bakers Teodoro A. Flordeliza and Jose D. Reyes; Assistant Cooks Bernard Chaffers and Aquilino S. Pili Jr.; Utilitymen Ramon E. Caymol, Jose Mendoza, Conrado T. Antonio, Rolando T. Mota, Nolito B. Impe­ rial, Joseph Racoma, Decano C. Venzon, Abraham J. Dalit, Floro M. Jimenez, Rustico F. Torres, Leopoldo L. Legaspi, Angelito V. Buenviaje, Juvencio A. Yepez, Cecilio T. Bartolome, Eddie A. Danetaras, Gilberto J. Cruz, Cecil C. Foor, Silvestre T. Rubles, Isaac W. Newton, Rodrigo J. Diaz and Theodore T. Fabie; and Laundryman William J. Johnson. Members serving in the supply de­ partment included Supply Officer Ronald M. Roach; Assistant Supply Officer Arthur D. Hill; Yeo­ man/Storekeepers Fabian F, Aglubat, Rizaldy D. Deliguin, Dominador Galit, Pedro H. Magisa, David C. Spencer and Herreld M. Dockery; and Assistant Store­ keepers Robert A. Young, Alfonso V. Domingo, Ernesto V. DeGuzman, Patrick B. High, Ernesto B. Roodique, David E. Terrell, Clark A. Wyatt Jr. and Rufus A. Warren Jr. MM&P ffnesHfanf Oosfatf In Renm of 1988 Vote Continued from page 5 Lines or American Ship Manage­ ment (two companies associated with the venture) for contributions on behalf of Monterey employees, who were members of the MM&P. (Various companies associated with the Monterey filed for bank­ ruptcy protection in 1989. In March 1990, a federal court-ordered fore­ closure resulted in the sale of the Monterey for $14 million to a for­ eign-flag operation.) Retirement Funds an Issue According to an MM&P member, an issue near and dear to all offshore members is their Individual Retire­ ment Account Plans (IRAP). The funds in each member's account supplement the pension he will re­ ceive when retiring. The MM&P member pointed out that the MM&P IRAP fund and the pension fund had lost $34 million over 18 months, largely through poor investment strategies of Tower. (A number of MM&P members filed a class action lawsuit against the trustees and plans administra­ tors of the MM&P IRAP and pen­ sion plans in an attempt to restore the millions of dollars lost by Tow­ er's so-called investments. The law­ suit is not yet settled. The case is complicated by'the fact that a number of related law­ suits have been filed, although most of these have been consolidated and are before one judge. Among the litigated matters are a Department of Labor suit against the MM&P IRAP and pension plans trustees and administrators and lawsuits brought by the trustees against oth­ ers connected to the plans. According to some MM&P mem­ bers a settlement may be in the wings. One MM&P mate said the action of the union's members to protect the plans assets was likely to result in restoration of millions of dollars to the trust funds, althou^ it would not make up all the monies lost in bad investments.) Experienced Hands Brown has sailed in all the li­ censed deck officer capacities aboard MM&P-contracted ships. He served as MM&P assistant port agent in Baltimore in 1975. Brown gradu­ ated from the United States Mer­ chant Marine Academy in 1965. In 1974 he obtained a masters of sci­ ence degree in accounting and a masters of business administration degree from Wharton. Hopkins, who has served in ev­ ery licensed deck officer capacity aboard MM&P-contracted vessels, currently sails as a master/mate with Puerto Rico Marine. From 1969 to 1974 he served as the dean of stu­ dents atMM&P's MITAGS training facility. He graduated from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in 1959. ij.' �\ -• .>j<—^'»W-.,.'-. -• then they should get it for Korea and Vietnam. I had a friend on a Victory ship who carried 5,000 refugees out of Pusan, Korea and got a medal for it. David Atkinson, Bosun—They're all going to say yes because they want veteran's benefits, but sea­ men were only thereabout 15 days and left. We got compensated for our time. Earl Brannan, Able Seaman— They sure should. I started in '45 on the Water­ man Liberty, but then they put me in the Army during Korea. Jake Arshon, Waiter—Sure, why not? They went into war zones too. Joe Graves, 0MED—Well, yeah. I was on one and a bomb hit, busting the anchor chains. Some of our guys got killed when a round went through a mess hall. Jim Howison, QMED retiredYes, all the way. Gary Correy, Officer's Bed­ room Stew­ ard—Yes. The seafarers that sailed during World War II received it. I feel that anyone who sailed into the war zones carry­ ing supplies was doing service and falls into the same category. V# , 'Pi'- A-'-I': if -J-#ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR UPGRADING MEMBERS There is always work aboard the Orgulf's Tom Talbert. Cook Daisy Belt (above) bolls eggs In preparation for a meal while (below) Deckhand Keith Riddle tightens a cable on one of the barges being pushed by the tugboat. POSITION Able Seaman QMED ENGINE Talbert Goes Non-Stop DEPT. DECK The chart listed below Is designed to help Seafarers understand the basic requirements needed to upgrade in the three unlicensed departments at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship In PIney Point, Md. To use the chart, members should locate their department on the left. In the next column Is a listing of the basic Group I and II ratings available through study at the school. On the right are the requirements members should meet before applying to the school. A list of classes being offered by the Lundeberg School can be found on page 27. Contact your port agent or the admissions office at the Lundeberg School if you have any questions. FOWT ^0^ 5-' REQUIREMENTS 12 months seatime as an ordinary seaman or Chief Steward •V • '•• • Normal color vision, 20/200 vision in both eyes corrected to 20/50 in both eyes, passed USCG approved physical examination and 6 months seatime as wiper or 3 months seatime and graduated from Lundeberg School entry program. 2 years seatime with rating of chief cook or higher or 8 months seatime as cook/baker, 4 months seatime as chief cook and hold Lundeberg School certificates of completion for each program or 3 years seatime in rating above 3rd cook or assistant cook or 4 months seatime as 3rd cook or assistant cook or higher, 6 months seatime as cook/baker or higher, 4 months seatime as chief cook and hold Lundeberg School certificate of completion for each program or 9 months seatime as 3rd cook or assis­ tant cook or higher,4 months seatime as cook/baker or higher, 4 months seatime as chief cook and hold Lundeberg School certificates of completion for cool^baker and chief cook programs or 9 months seatime as 3rd cook or assistant cook or higher, 9 months seatime as cool^aker or higher and 4 months sea­ time as chief cook and hold Lundeberg School certificate of completion for •, chief cook program. 1 year seatime in steward department with 4 months as cook/baker or 4 months seatime as cook/baker and hold certificate of completion from Lundeberg School cook/baker program or 6 months seatime in steward department and hold certificate of completion for Lundeberg School entry rating program STEWARD • •' .'i.-'-i-' i, Chief Cook n^ Hold a FOWT endorsement and have a minimum of 6 months seatime in a rating. . I'V-: 8 months seatime and graduated from Lundeberg School entry program. I'-.;..-., or 1 year seatime as steward assistant after completing Lundeberg School cook/baker program. Cook/ Baker 3 months seatime as 3rd cook or assis, tant cook and hold Lundeberg School certificate of completion foftf @oea>Miitr,efe. Assistant Cook Utility i-- ••• ^ J or 12 months seatime at any rating in steward department. 6 months seatime in steward department -7 or 3 months seatime in steward department and graduated Lundeberg School entry rat­ ing program. •i i i;? for thtfSlBPArehiires : • v.'^ S ..V ^.v.- �vl %^,:;y.5;:i,}fi i-> •iif-Ssii^ n SCAfARERSiOG ^L'tf^li",';;.'; jy-V r/.^'bji'^ Know Your Rights 'J: •y; ""iyi'' 1- 'IIV-' • •' FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safe­ guarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recom­ mendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trustfunds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and In­ land Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trust­ ees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union tmd manage­ ment representatives and their alter­ nates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquar­ ters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and senior­ ity are protected exclusively by con­ tracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and avail­ able in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should Angus ''Red" Campbell, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU mem­ ber works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their con­ tract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper man­ ner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contrac­ tual rights properly, they should con­ tact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the po­ litical purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This estab­ lished policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Summary Annual Report SIU PD-PMA Supplemental Benefits Fund, Inc. '%U''JK""^-:' y^tt M'" n-?-' •; •..i= • •f.:.-' : This is a summary of the annual report for the SIU PD-PMA Supplemental Benefits Fund, Inc. [Employer Identification No; 94-1431246, Plan No. 501] for the year ended July 31, 1990. The annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). Your Rights to Additionai information •:;• • -ar You have the right to receive a copy of the full Annual Report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. An accountant's report; 2. Assets held for investments; 3. Transactions in excess of five (5) percent of the fund assets. To obtain a copy of the full Annual Report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of the Plan Administrator, SIU PD-PMA Supplemental Benefits Fund, Inc., 522 Harrison St., San Francisco, CA 94105. Telephone Number: (415)495-6882. You also have the legally protected right to examine the Annual Report at the main office of the plan, 522 Harrison St., San Francisco, CA 94105, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, DC or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department of Labor should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, N5507, Pension and Welfare Benefit Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20210. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU Pres­ ident Michael Sacco at headquar­ ters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Lundeberg ^Hool Seif Study Courses I [ Seaf^rs c?uT talte advantage of the opportunity in icicrease t^d^ I knovvledge through the Lundeberg School's self study courses, the i [ materials are prepared in a straight-forward, easy-to-understand manner. ' Pfm$0S0nd the materials checlmiibel^^ Basic Financial Statement Benefits under the plan are provided by a trust arrangement. Plan expenses were $7,908,683. These expenses included $264,235 in administrative ex­ penses and $7,644,448 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. A total of 1,075 persons were participants in or beneficiaries of the plan at the end of the plan year, although not all of these persons had yet earned the right to receive benefits. The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $3,016,834 as of July 31, 1990, compared to $2,793,303 as of the beginning of the plan year. During the plan year the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $223,531. The plan had total income of $8,132,214 including employer contributions of $7,805,427, earnings from investments or $310,009, and other income of $16,778. Employees do not contribute to this plan. should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL AC­ TIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its ob­ jects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, so­ cial and economic interests of mari­ time workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such ob­ jects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective of­ fice. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrim­ ination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of em­ ployment. If a coiitribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafar­ ers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his economic, political and so­ cial interests, and American trade union concepts. Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to cariy out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should im­ mediately be reported to Union head­ quarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should ob­ tain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immedi­ ately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employ­ ment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The proper address for this is: MATH SOCIAL STUDIES STUDY SKILLS Fractiohs Q Decimate & " U.S::Histtwyf^;i Percents M o d Geometry Geography S^erical to How to Improve Your Memory D! How to Use Textbooks D; Study Habits r 1 ENGLISH Grammar Books . Listening Skills Economics - Trigonometry W^Planeiv m 4; Mm 't o II Test Amdety O Test Taking Tactics m Stress k^agem^":: '• ; to • o • PQMMUNIOATION SKILLS • 'I -• I .^ J- „ I Name ^ Address 1 I Telephone _I Social Security # I Book# Cut out this coupon and mail to: Adult Education Department J Seafarers Hanry Lundeberg School of Seiamanship Piney Point, Maryland 20674 •I •> �':H-. • • • •• MARCH 1991 13^' ' ,5 , r'{^^ I' u 25 Final DEEP SEA ANTONIO ARELLANO Pensioner Antonio Arellano, 67, died Decem­ ber 31, 1990. The for­ mer chief steward joined the union in May 1956 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Arellano, a Los Angeles native, completed recertification courses at the Lundeberg School and fre­ quently sailed aboard Maritime Overseas Co. vessels. He re­ tired in 1984. FOLICARPIO R. BALENDO Pensioner Policarpio R. Balendo, 73, passed away De­ cember 22,1990. Bom in the Philippines, he joined the Seafarers in the port of San Francisco in January 1955. The former steward re­ tired in 1980. MARVIN J. BLANTON Pensioner Marvin J. Blanton, 76, died of respira­ tory fail­ ure at Leesburg (Fla.) Re­ gional Medical Center on Janu­ ary 26. The Alabama native joined the SIU in the port of Jacksonville in September 1944 as a carpenter. He retired as a bosun in 1976, , KEN N. CHEN Pensioner Ken N. Chen, 68, passed away January 2. A for­ mer steward. Brother Chen was an Army veteran of World War II who joined the union in June 1952 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. The native of China re­ tired in 1978 as a member of the Marine, Cooks and Stew­ ards Union prior to its merger with the AGLIWD. GERALD ELEGAN Pensioner Gerald Elegtm, 68, died January 3. The former chief steward was bom in Washington state and joined the Seafarers in the port of Se­ attle in March 1971. Brother Elegan sailed extensively aboard Sea-Land Service ves­ sels. He retired in 1987. JOHN C. HOWARD John C. Howard, 64, died January 17. The Greens­ boro, N.Cw, na­ tive joined the SIU in the port of New York in October 1958. He was graduated from the An­ drew Fumseth Training School in 1958 and attended upgrad­ ing courses at the Lundeberg ># School in 1976. He was a 10year Navy veteran who was twice wounded in World War II. Brother Howard was an ac­ tive member at the time of his death. WALTER F. ERIKSON Walter F. Erikson, 86, passed awaiy Febmary 7. He joined the union in the port of Philadel­ phia as a deckhand. A native of Norway, Brother Erikson last sailed with the SIU in 1975. WOODROW JOHNSON Pensioner Woodrow Johnson, 63, sue-, cumbed to a heart attack January 4 at the Doctor's Hospital of Montclair (Calif.). Bom in West Virginia, Brother Johnson joined the Sea­ farers in November 1944 in the port of New York. He retired as a bosun in 1975 and is sur­ vived by his wife, Nancy, a stepfather, three children and , four grandchildren. MORTON KERNGOODJR. Pensioner Morton J. Kemgood Jr., 79, passed away Jan­ uary 18. The Air Force vet­ eran of World War II joined the union in the port of Balti­ more—his hometown—in April 1955. Brother Kemgood completed the bosun recertifi­ cation course in 1973 at the Lundeberg School. He retired in 1983. FRED D.LEWIS Pensioner Fred D. Lewis, 84, died January 22. The former . steward joined the union in the port of Mobile, Ala. in June 1945. He was a native of the British West Indies. Brother Lewis retired in 1976. WILLIAM McCLINTIC Pensioner William R. McClintic, 65, passed away Febm­ ary 11. A former deckhand, he started his sailing career with the Sailor's Union of the Pa­ cific. Brother McClintic joined the SIU in August 1967 in the port of San Francisco. A gradu­ ate of the Andrew Fumseth Training School, he upgraded to bosun at the Lundeberg School in 1978. The Navy WWII veteran had retired last year. JOSEPH A. MILUKAS Pensioner Joseph A. Milukas, 77, passed away Jan­ uary 4. The for- . mer QMED joined the union in the port of New York in March 1956. An Army veteran. Brother Milukas was bom in Mahanoy City, Penn. He was a Lundeberg School graduate who retired in 1980. ALGIE McWASHINGTON Algie McWashington, 47, died August 2, 1990. Originally with the Marine Cooks and Stewards Union, he joined the SIU after the merger in Novem­ ber 1978. The Houston native retired in December 1988. HERBERT MORRIS Pensioner Herbert Morris, 68, died January 11. The Alabama native joined the Seafarers in the port of Mobile in December 1946. Brother Morris sailed as an able bodied seaman, including some voy­ ages to Vietnam during the hos­ tilities. He retired in 1985. VINCENT SAN JUAN JR. Vincent San Juan Jr., 67, passed away Jan­ uary 16. He joined the union in Decem­ ber 1942 in the port of New York, retiring as a bosun in 1970. Brother San Juan was a Savannah, Ga. native. JOSEPH SCHENK Pensioner Joseph Schenk, 87, died . Febmary longstand­ ing heart problems. Bom in Austria, Brother Schenk joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in Apri 1 1940. The black gang member retired in 1966. ANTONIO SCHIAVONE Pensioner Antonio Schiavone, 82, passed away Feb­ mary 4. The Massachu^ setts native joined the Seafarers in July 1941 in the port of Nor­ folk. Brother Schiavone, a for­ mer steward, retired in 1967. FREDERICK SELLMAN JR. Frederick S. Sellman Jr., 58, passed away Jan­ uary 29. An Air Force vet­ eran, he joined the union in June 1970 in the port of New York. The Houston native com­ pleted the bosun recertification course in 1980 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Sellman was an active member when he died. PAUL R. SIMMONS Pensioner Paul R. Sim­ mons, 72, died of emphy­ sema De­ cember . 15,1990 after a 10-year battle with the disease. The former FOWT joined the SIU in the port of Mobile in May 1946. He was bom in Lilian, Alabama and died in Mobile. Brother iSimmons was buried in Pine Crest Cemetery in Mobile. He had re­ tired in 1974. HAROLD W. SUMMERS Pensioner Harold W. Sum­ mers, 72, passed away De­ cember 29,1990. The for­ mer bosun joined the Seafarers in November 1968 in the port of San Francisco. He was a West Virginia native who re­ tired in 1983. MING F. SUNG Pensioner Ming F. Sung, 75, died January 15. Bom in China, Brother Sung joined the SIU in the port of New York in April 1972. He upgraded his steward's rating at the Lundeberg School in 1976, re­ tiring in 1984. RAMON F. TOYEN Pensioner Ramon F. Toyen, 77, passed away September 29, 1990. The former steward sailed for the Marine Cooks and Stewards Union before its merger with the AGLIWD. Brother Toyen retired in 1975. WILLIAM C.TRASER Pensioner William C. Traser, 76, passed away December 9, 1990. Bom in Richmond, Va., Brother Traser joined the union in June 1944 in the port of New York. He upgraded to QMED at the Lundeberg School in 1976 and retir^ in 1985. NORRISM. TRIPP ^ Pensioner Norris M. Tripp, 67, died January 21. The former bosun joined the SIU in the port of Norfolk, Va. in January 1944, upgrading in 1976. Brother Tripp, bom in Mabel, Minn., retired in 1983. INLAND JAMES E. BOYCE Pensioner James E. Boyce, 61, passed away Jan­ uary 2. The North Carolinian joined the Seafarers in the port of Norfolk, Va. in August 1966. Brother Boyce was a cook aboard Interstate Oil Coip. vessels, retiring in 1983. WILSON BRACY Pensioner Wilson Bracy, 79, died Febmary 7. He joined the union in June 1967 in the port of Norfolk. Bom in Rich Square, N.C., the former chief engineer sailed on Steuart Trans­ portation Co. vessels. The Navy WWII veteran retired in 1978. HARRY A. HANSEN Pensioner Harry A. Hansen, 83, passed away January 21. A native of Norway, Brother Han­ sen joined the SIU in June 1961 in the port of Philadel­ phia. The oiler retired in 1976. COYTR.PROPST Coyt R. Propst, 61, died Janu­ ary 12. The able bodied sea­ man joined the Seafarers in the port of Norfolk, Va. in Novem­ ber 1972. A veteran of both the Navy and Army, he was bom in Gaston County, N.C. Brother Propst upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1975. His last active sailing day was No­ vember 25, 1989. ANTHONY J. RAYMOND Pensioner Anthony J. Ray­ mond, 67, passed away Febm­ ary 6. The Baltimore native joined the union there iri 1956. He sailed as a deckhand on Baker Whitely Towing Co. ves­ sels, retiring in 1979. LOUIS SZALEJKO Pensioner Louis Szalejko, 73, passed away Feb­ ruary 14. The for­ mer tug captain sailed on Curtis Bay Towing Co. vessels. He joined the union in June 1961 in the port of Philadelphia. Brother Szalejko, an Army WWII vet­ eran, retired in 1982. "-if- "' • V •'7:7#V • '"•.V '.7 •. \'';7jv; . ' ' '' ' ' ' '•• •: ' • • "• ~ f HOWARD C. KRAMER Pensioner Howard C. Kramer, 79, lost his battle with leukemia January 6. Thefonner cony^orman and engine department member joined the SIU in Oc­ tober 1960 in the port of De­ troit. He was bom in Hazleton, Penn. and had retired in 1975. Brother Kramer's remains were placed in the Woodlawn Ceme­ tery in Toledo, Ohio. GUSTAVAS RENARES Pensioner Gustavas Renares, 59, died Februarys. Bom in To­ ledo, Ohio, Brother Renares joined the SIU in 1957 in the port of Detroit. The former deckhand retired in 1978. RAILROAD MARINE CHARLES F. McGOVERN Pensioner Charles F.McGovem, 75, died October 20, 1990. A deck­ hand on. tugs sailing from the Brooklyn Eastem District Terminal, he joined the Seafarers in July 1960 in the port of New York., Bom in Jersey City, N.J., he was buried in St. Catherine's Cemetery in Wall Township (N.J.). ,v.' ••y '..'j SteHtii ^ -r. W 7V - GREAT LAKES ; • I't rnmm ^ ;••• ->'•'iS''-mm • • •• ..Tt®. i- ' 7:: �mm StAfAlSRSm Lundeberg School Graduates Six Classes •'•••If K';^ ••y|/ • -&' -:»§• ••- •f!. 'S' ; •••Hf •"^fU Trainee Lifeboat Class 466—Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 466 are (from left, kneeling) Ben Cusic (instructor), Thomas Griffin III, Jody Johnston, Frank Ninot Anthony Grant, Erik Doyle, Gregg Guzman, Tommy Bourne III, Shawn Tapp, (second row) Jim Crate, Pedro Medina, Shawn Sims, Jessie Jones, Allen Quade, Greg Brandani, Philip Martin, Kenneth Epps, Amancio Crespo, Matthew Roberson, Laurence McNutt, Mark Jeffers, John Seal, Grant Schuman and James Whalen III. •|' •.• '•4- • '.•. - Trainee Lifeboat Class 467—Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat class 467 are (from left, kneeling) James Perez, Robert Scott Constantino, Catha­ rine Small, James Howard, Rashawn Richardson, Victor Nunez, (second row) Richard Schneider, Mark Faucette, Willie Sean III, Keith Nixon, Gary Kostopoulos, Joseph Moake, Alan Brewer, Doug Crosby, Glenn Baker Jr., Shawn Taylor and Jim Moore (instructor). • . ..• -J", if *• •••«-- • /«•-:••• • 'J."-• • -7'.': , , , - •la'yyv:-!:- •» ;• -Vf •; •'•: Advanced Fire Fighting—Completing the advanced fire fighting course are (left to right, front row) James Paul Miller, Joseph Allym, Gerald Freeman, Donald L. Somers, James Wilson, Craig Melwing, Joe Pomraning, (second row) Byran Cummings (instructor), Robert L. Foltz III, Gordon P. Cherup, Chip Noell, Alan Barry, John Walsh, John Herrlein, Butch Yanson, Michael McCarthy Woodrow Shelton, Steve McKittrick and John Smith (instructor). •:"-M.>::- • ^ ;:•: •'. :•• , ::'A lillfe'yifV.:: "V ^''••'. •':•.•• •^.-'^ •' •:*-' ,.' ., r' • r ' •:•• - •, • / •f' Galley Department Graduates i '•>•-••' ' >•' /, y''-- . •• I-) .ii f^;p: ••;•;:: :^ •" Upgraders Lifeboat—Graduates of the upgraders lifeboat class include (left to right, kneeling) Ben Cusic (instructor), Alfred Archer, Eugene T. Rice, Hector C. Rivera, (second row) Albert J. Dunn, Albert Schroeder, John Moore, Jr., George Moss and Theodore White. ^ , L; i I;. . •• i-LiI Si* Gregory Broyles of Honolulu com­ pleted the cook/baker course at the Lundeberg School. Firemen, Oilers, Watertenders—FOWT graduates receiving their en­ dorsement this month are (left to right, front row) Curtis Bolware, Daniel J. Zealberg, Tim McCroy, Allen Ward, Chris Weiss, German Valerie, (second row) Bobby Williams Jr., Reinaldo Roman, Peter Benanti, Don Davis, Eric Oladovich, Mike LaBar, William Jaffray, (third row) Diana Thomas, J.C. Wiegman, Michael Visone, Mark Krause, Edmond Hawkins Jr., Enrique Silver Jr., Edward Correa, Carlton Lewis, Robert Lee Baptiste II, and Kelly Feldman. ynr' •.."yLny ' Clarence Clanton of Mobile is also a graduate of the cook/baker course at the Lundeberg School. Executive Chef Romeo Lupinacci (left) poses with Ngoe T. Allen, a graduate of the Lundeberg School's chief cook course. ; '• .'A. i'yJ'.i- ,T-., m m �i ^ • -' -27 Iritis .'V- :';4;. ..I'. Oil Spffl c«S„ MARCH 1991 awtwsow"" - -• Completion _Oate____AprilS May IT June 28^ August 9 AprilV May 13; June 24 Augusts A^ril-August 1 rontainment vi^ "^4 •;-v. 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Q yes U °'4_____-—— •___— Primary language spo en a n • . ,4";' gSrm-rJSnmr n Cook and Baker H Chief cook 8StSt-»ac«* receipt 3/91 �XKAKtKKKS 'ki-' Summary Annual Report SiU Pacific District Pension Plan Page 22 •'t •• •••'• Volume 53, Number 3 •V-'' "• '-v. •-• U The SIU crew aboard the Ready Reserve Force vessel Cape Cod was praised by the ship's captain for its work handling cargo during missile attacks while docked in Saudi Arabia recently. Master Thomas Tray wrote Angus "Red" Campbell, SIU vice president for collective bargaining, in a letter dated February 9: "I would like to express my appreci­ ation for the job done by the crew of this vessel during this past voy­ age. The crew has performed mag­ nificently throughout, particularly shining during the stay" in the Mid­ dle East. Since 1952 when the program began, 203 scholarships have been awarded. Recipients have used the prizes to launch careers in law, medicine and business manage­ ment as well as other sectors. I. • Page 24 Tray praised the crew for re­ maining calm while offloading for four days despite "eight known SCUD missile attacks and at least four gas attack warnings." While stating all departments performed well, the captain specif­ ically pointed out the work of Bosun Ervin Bronstein and ABs James Groby and James Higgins. "Mr. Bronstein organized the crew and spent countless hours working the ship's gear to get cargo off. Despite the fact that all the cargo was supposed to be un­ loaded by shore cranes, a shortage of crane operators made this diffi­ cult. The ship's crew turned to and offloaded about 40 percent of the cargo by themselves. I would like to commend AB James Groby who spent almost 32 straight hours at the winch controls and AB James Higgins who ran the other winches." Tray noted galley gang mem­ bers stood as extra lookouts as the ship ran through mine fields, while the engine department crew put in extra hours to keep the vessel mov­ ing. "I write this letter not only to commend this crew, which is one of the best I have had the pleasure to command, but to make you aware of what your union members are going through. This has been no picnic. When next you go to Washington..., remind them that at the time we were in the gulf, the (Maritime Administration) repre­ sentative in Bahrain confirmed that two foreign-flag ships had to be offloaded in Muscat because the foreign crews refused to enter the war zone. We may be scared half to death, but we're getting the job done," Tray concluded. Campbell sent letters to both Bronstein and Tray praising their efforts. He told Bronstein he un­ derstood the difficulty of offload­ ing during an attack as he was part of merchant marine force support­ ing the D-Day landings in France on June 6, 1944. "Perhaps the re­ fusal by some foreign-flag vessels chartered by U.S. operators to enter the imminent danger area will strengthen our argument to Congress when Desert Storm is over that if you want a class perfor­ mance use an American crew," he wrote to the bosun. Campbell told Tray he was for­ warding his letter praising the crew to Maritime Administrator Warren Leback. Besides Bronstein, Groby and Higgins, others sailing in the deck department of the Cape Cod, which is operated by OMI Corpo­ ration, included ABs Charles F. Thompson, Roger E. Piaud and Ronald A. Makowiecki and Ordi­ nary Seamen Chris L. Stringer, Joseph C. Tengler and John B. Hutchinson. Black gang crevvmembers were Chief Electri­ cian Robert H. Caldwell; QMEDs Frank J. Bakun and Linton L. Reynolds Jr.; FWT Edward Ezra; OMU Alberto Gutierrez and Wipers Tomas B. Martinez, George Mulvenna and Baudilio B. Ruiz. Those sailing in the galley gang included Chief Steward Henry Manning; Chief Cook Samuel P. Sinclair and GSUs Gene R. Tuttle, Gary D. Damron and Eduardo A. Gonzalez. Scholarship Applications Due April 15 April 15 is the deadline to apply for a Seafarers International Union scholarship. •5/ • •• -i- ..M4 Cape Cod's SIU Crew Praised for Hard Work Under Adverse Conditions in Persidn Gulf Ervin Bronstein vU March 1991 Summary Annual Report SiU PD-PMA Sugpiementai Benefits Fum A total of seven scholarships are available this year. Children of SIU members are eligible for four of the awards valued at $15,000each over a four-year period at whatever col­ lege or university the winner may choose. Three other scholarships are set aside for SIU members plan­ ning to further their education. One is set for $15,000 for four years at the college or university of choice while the other two are valued at $6,000 over two years. Scholarship materials and appli­ cations are available at all SIU union halls. They also can be re­ ceived through the mail by filling out the coupon found on page 20. Help Sought in Missing Chihi Case The National Center for Miss­ ing and Exploited Children is seeking the help of Seafarers in locating Tammy Michelle Call. Considered an endangered run­ away, the child was last seen at school on February 20, 1990 in Leesville, La. She was wearing a white jacket, black blouse and blue jeans. At the time of her disappear­ ance, when she was 15 years old. Tammy Michelle Call was 5 ft. 6 in., weighed 135 pounds and had sandy colored hair and brown eyes. She has pierced ears. Anyone having information on the whereabouts of Tammy Mi­ chelle Call should contact the center at 1-800-843-5678 or the Missing Persons Unit of the Ver­ non (La.) Sheriff's Office at I318-238-4844. Foreign-Flag Cruise Ship Crew Unable lie to Extinguish Fire More than 3,000 passengers were evacuated when the crew of the Sovereign of the Sea, one of the newest foreign-flag cruise ships sailing out of the port of Miami, was unable to extinguish a storeroom fi^re on February 20. The vessel was docked in San Juan when the blaze started in the fifth floor storage area near a 1,050seat show lounge. While crewmembers spent two hours searching for the fire and another two fighting it, the captain of the Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. vessel refused to allow local firefighters aboard to help. He relented when his crew was near exhaustion and four San Juan firefighters had the blaze out within a few minutes. In a hearing conducted by the United States Coast Guard and the National Transportation Safety Board a week after the fire, it was revealed the vessel had only 10 crewmembers trained in firefighting and the crew quickly used up its portable oxygen supply trying to douse the flames. At one point, 44 empty tanks were stacked on the floor, crewmembers testified. Neither the storage locker nor the adjoining lounge are equipped with sprinklers. The fire, believed to be electrical in origin, sent smoke through the rear of the vessel. USCG Random Drug Testing Regs Will Be Announced in Mid-April Tammy Michalle Call The United States Coast Guard is expected to announce its random drug testing policy for merchant mariners by mid-April. The Department of Transportation agency was forced to create a new random drug testing policy after the federal district court found the Coast Guard's regulations on the matter to be in violation of an individual's privacy rights. . >• f. J '1 ' .Vv,:. • I � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource March 1991 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES ANOTHER POTENTIAL BATTLE LOOMS FOR U.S. SHIPPING IN MEXICAN TALKS GATT WORLD TRADE TALKS BOGGED DOWN; WATER TRANSPORT APPEARS SAFE FOR NOW AT&T, SIU INK 5-YEAR LABOR PACT MARITIME PROGRAMS SUFFER IN 1992 FEDERAL BUDGET DELIVERY OF GOODS CONTINUES DESPITE OUTBREAK OF GULF WAR. NMU RANK-AND-FILE WONDER WHO’S IN CHARGE OF UNION FOREIGN CREWS BALK AT PERSIAN GILF RUN SIU CREW IS SOMBER BUT DETERMINES WINTER BRINGS CHARLES E. WILSON HOME SIU MEMBERS ESCORT USS LEXINGTON EUROPE ASSESSES IS SHIPPING CAPACITY CONTINENT WIFE- CABOTAGE, SINGLE REGISTER AMONG ITEMNS THAT MAY BE ADOPTED ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE CLASS VITAL TO QMED TRAINING WORK CONTINUES ON S-L EXPLORER AFTER BRIEF LAYUP HAWAII-BASED SEAFARERS EXTEND THANKS TO SEN. INOUYE FOR SUPPORT OF MARITIME SIU SCHOOL’S STUDENTS MUST HAVE VALID DRUG-FREE CLEARANCE TESTS BOSUN HERB LIBBY RETIRES AFTER NEARLY 30 YEARS ABOARD CABLE SHIP JUDGE USES EXPERIENCE LEARNED ON THE LAKES SIU FISHERMAN COMMENDED FOR HELPING OTHERS U.S. SEAMEN AWARDED RUSSIAN MEDALS 45 YEARS LATER Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 03/01/1991 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 53, No. 3 1991 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/0be50078215b0304d8449cb3c5c06a63.PDF d7f1fb96311bd71982080c5f50a7227a PDF Text Text emeewwar- ^ / '^'^•••: ^\ -r' .'i^X :' '•-irrt^y ^rv^tf.rrc:'.r: ^'- SEAEUSEMCS 3^., '•m • April 1991 Volume 53, Number 4 Union Siates Benefits Taiks In Aii Ports The Big Pressure is Off With the threat of SCUD missiles having passed, SIU crewmembers aboard the Ready Reserve Force vessel Cape Cod relax in a nniqne way. AB Jim Higgins provides music with a set of bagpipes while OS Chris Hi^ins (left) and Bosun Ervin Bronstein listen. Pi^e 7. Aim Is to Assure Fuliesi Member Participation Poge 3:co i/)Cj >^- -H> OOG>2^ Hi coco m-< a na; —JCOt-iC_ moco . Ci—i COire —ti/iX• ,-11—1 • s:i:." :20 o rn en bJ o Debate Resumes on Alaska Oil Policy 4j,,»V v-jt. • • . Page 4 Vessel Liability an Issue U.S. Tanker Industry Faces '. .'-i • U' 'i'" Packing to Come Home As the United Nations continues to negotiate a cease-fire in the Persian Gulf war, SlU-crewed vessels like the USNS Regulus, pictured above loading a tank in Saudi Arabia, have begun the process of bringing troops and materiel to the United States. Page 3. Season Begins on the Great Lakes The Great Lakes Towing tugboat Ohio, crewed by members of the SIU's Great Lakes division, tows two refurbished tugboats from Cleveland to their a»ssignmpiu station of Detroit as hulkers, self-loaders and other vessels begin working on the Lakes. Page 9. The United States Con­ gress passed and Pres­ ident Bush signed the comprehensive Oil PdiJution Act of 1990 into law last August. fact that the federal leg­ islation does not have pre-emptive powers and have either passed or are considering state oil spill laws. The federal legislation is a far-reaching collec­ tion of measures de­ signed to prevent and contain marine oil spills. States that have en­ acted legislation are in the process of promul­ gating regulations to put in force the new laws. The Oil Pollution Act of 199Q, although exten­ sive, leaves the door open for states to enact their own oil spill laws. In many cases, the laws or regulations instituted by the states on this matter are punitive in nature and run counter to the federal statute. Scores of states have taken advantage of the • f J. A-: • - .1; • '9 • •i'M- •S" • ••• mm �mm. gill- 3':?X':'" .ji?'-;3' 'X •• ' ' 3 Mife'73 Militaiy Leaders Advise Congress Of Nation's Seaiift Reguirements President's Report The Runaways Are at It Bigger Than Ever Xt - •:•• . ..... iX: Px ••••'X XpV.'. I'pp .!• .• :. As we continue to examine the role of the runaway ship registries, we find more and more reason to feel that this is an area of activity that de­ mands serious attention. The selling of national flags to be flown on ves­ sels seeking to escape decent wages, conditions and strict safety standards is going to be increasingly more difficult to justify in light of today's realities. This sham of "flags of convenience" registries has been the subject of much controversy and hot debate over the years since the end of World War II, and our union, as an affiliate of the International Transport Workers Federation, has participated in many actions aimed at exposing the device for what it is. Because the proponents of runaway registries repre­ sent enormous political and financial power, the battle Michael has been difficult, but it has never been abandoned. But Sacco now that big changes are taking place throughout the world, a new look at the situation is in order, with a view to renewed ef­ forts in combating the rank abuses that the runaway flags encourage. No Democracy Here In a nutshell, the chief attraction of the so-called flags of convenience is the opportunity for shipping companies to escape the wages and condi­ tions, safety standards, taxes and other standards prevalent in the tradi­ tional maritime nations, which, incidentally, overwhelmingly function as democracies. Flying the flags of Liberia, Panama, the Bahamas, and the Marshall Islands, the runaway operators are free to exploit Third-World seamen who are without any voice in protecting themselves against pay­ roll cheating, decreased safety, blackballing and other throwbacks to the last century. As we look at conditions throughout the world today, with oiir own country's and the United Nation's emphasis on human rights, the dignity of the individual and talk of a "new world order" based on peace and sta­ bility, we cannot help but question how, for example, the use of the regis­ tries of Liberia, Panama and the Bahamas—where human rights abuses, rampant denial of liberty and wholesale drug trading abound—square with America's concern for the dignity of the individual. How does any responsible shipowner justify contributing to the cof­ fers of those who direct and control these political rackets? In Liberia, where getting your head knocked off is one of the least perils you face for trying to have your say, 12 to 15 percent of the national budget comes from contributions of runaway ship and corporate registries. The hard fact is that the registration fees paid out to these countries by the runaway ship operator are used to strengthen the grip of the anti-dem­ ocratic, anti-social forces in control. The United States, by ignoring this state of affairs, is seen as talking out of both sides of its mouth and it is time for the problem to be put on the front burner. Runaway registries may be good for shipowners who are concerned only with bigger profits, but on the other side of the ledger there is the tre­ mendous cost in terms of exploitation and abuse of working men and women, and loss of national self-respect. Because the issue of runaway registries and flags of convenience can get out of hand, it has to be given new priority on the seamen's agenda. Deserves National Attention It also must be given attention by policy-makers in the administration and Congress. There could be no better time for taking stock of the run­ away practices of American companies, especially in light of the collapse of tyranny in Eastern and Central Europe and the recent halting of aggres­ sion in the Middle East. In view of the manner in which Americans are standing up for right and justice, it seems particularly out of order for Americans to use runaway devices that exploit Third-World people. This nation cannot afford to have two sets of standards—on one hand promoting the "new world order" of decency, peace and prosperity while on the other hand continuing to duck the responsibilities of a civilized, democratic country by exploiting working people from developing coun­ tries while propping up illegitimate regimes. Volume 53, Number 4 SCAfARlRS LOG 3/; '.3 • far, so fast." Among the totals car­ ried to the Persian Gulf theater were more than 3.0 million tons of dry cargo and 4.2 million tons of fuel supplies as of the beginning of February. Both military men have told the legislators that more U.S.-flag ships are needed to carry materiel to a front. With more ships being sought, more crewmembers are needed. Donovan and Johnson discussed the need for keeping RRF vessels ready for call-out at any time. They noted if more ships are going to be purchased by the Maritime Ad­ ministration and placed in the RRF fleet, then more dollars will have to be spent to maintain those and the vessels already being used. 'We need—and quicklyRO/RO and breakbulk ships to meet early surge requirements," Donovan told a congressional hearing. He later noted to the Jour­ nal of Commerce, "I would like to see a combination of ready reserve and operating U.S. merchant ma­ rine vessels, with another 20 to 15 RO/RO ships that I would have access to." He said the MSC had chartered all such U.S.-flag vessels it could and still had to charter oth­ ers from allied nations. A need for more trained mer­ chant mariners, better upkeep of Ready Reserve Force (RRF) ves­ sels and more roll on/roll off ves­ sels are among the items being requested by military officials at congressional hearings looking into the Persian Gulf war. Both the House of Representatives and the Senate have begun to review Oper­ ation Desert Shield/Operation Des­ ert Storm, analyzing the military's seaiift capability. From Admiral Francis Dono­ van, head of the Military Seaiift Command, and General Hansford T. Johnson, head of theU.S. Trans­ portation Command, the word the' legislators are hearing is positive about the men and women onboard American-flag vessels. "U.S. mer­ chant mariners have always re­ sponded to their country's call," Donovan said in a prepared state­ ment submitted to the House Armed Services Committee's panel on seapower. "Their re­ sponse to Operation Desert Storm has been no exception." The admiral pointed out that al­ most "94 percent of the total cargo moved to support our forces" came via strategic seaiift. General John­ son added in later testimony to the Senate Armed Services Committee that "never before in history has any nation transported so much, so •'•P- Former Virginia Congressman Named to Head Seaway Corporation Former Virginia Congressman Stan Pariis has been sworn in as the administrator of the St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corp. Parris, 61, became the sixth director of the bi-national regulatory organization designed to promote commerce along the seaway. ^ ^ ^ Army Corps of Engineers Pred lineers Predict Short Missouri Sailing Season The Army Corps of Engineers is predicting a shorter than usual sailing season along the Missouri River because reservoirs along the waterway are three feet lower than this time last year. The season began April 8 and Is scheduled to end November 1, but a Corps spokesman said the final date will be examined July 1 and a new, earlier date could be determined. ^ Three Deep Sea Companies to Experiment With New Refrigerated Containers Three SlU-contracted companies—^American President Lines (APL) Ltd., Sea-Land Service Inc. and Maersk Line—^are reporting success in using a new type of container which allows the shipment of very perishable items. Sea-Land has approximately 75 of the new containers in use, while Maersk is using about 50 and APL has 25. April 1991 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSG Prince Georges, MD 20790-9998 and at additional mailing of­ fices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafar­ ers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. At the MID Meeting Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith; Associate Mitors, Daniel Duncan and Max Hall; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene, Art Direc­ tor, Bill Brewer. Taking part in the MTD executive couricll meeting last month were, from left, Richara Mantia, president. Greater St. Louis Area and Vicinity f'ort Council, Jarnes E. Hatfield, president of the Glass Workers and John J. Banovic, Mine Workers secretary-treasurer. These individuals were incorrectly identified in the March issue of the Seafarers LOG. . •. • i*' , '• �n ~ ^ .4v APRIL 1991 SlU Benefits Conferences Set to Begin May 13 Schedule of Conferences On Seafarers Benefits The benefits educational seminars will be held in all union halls on the dates listed below. Further information on the schedule of work­ shops will be published in upcoming issues of the Seafarers LOG and will be available at each union hall. All Seafarers, retired mem­ bers and family members are invited to attend. Houston May 13, Monday Mobile May 15, Wednesday Jurte 4, Tuesday New York % ; Norfolk St. Louis June 6, Thursday .iJune 14, Friday Philadelphia July 10, Wednesday Sah Frarkasco July 18^ tliuisday YVilmlngton July 22, Monday Seattle July 25, Thursday Baltimore August 8, Thursday New Orleans Sefkember 10, Tuesday Honolulu September 13, FrkJ^ Jacksonville October 10, Thursday San Juan November 7, Thursday Algonac December 6, Friday /• U.S. Shi^ Starts Supply Line Home As the United Nations Security Council moves closer towards approving a resolution that will officially end the war in the Persian Gulf, Amer­ ican ships and American seamen continue to deliver the goods—^but this time the materiel is ^bout to be brought home. The amount of equipment shipped to the Middle East has been staggering. Under the auspices of the Military Sealift Command, the U.S. Department of Defense agency responsible for coordinating the waterborne carriage of supplies for the American armed forces, as of April 2, more than 3 million short tons of. dry cargo had gone by ship to support Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. 180 Ships Involved The MSC reports that some 180 ships are assisting in the sealift effort. This complement of vessels includes 56 from the Ready Reserve Force, 8 fast sealift ships, 14 prepositioning vessels, 5 long-term chartered commercial ves­ sels—all of which operate under the U.S. flag and many of which have Seafarers as its crewmembers. Additionally, the MSC has 77 chartered ships assisting in the effort to move supplies, of which 15 are U.S.-flag vessels. Twenty tankers, 16 of them American-flag ships, are providing petro­ leum and petroleum products to the military's Persian Gulf operation. MSC reports that a number of vessels have begun to bring materiel back to the United States from the gulf region, but to date none has arrived at either east or west coast ports. Aim Is to Assure Members, Retirees and Families Full Entitlements of Health, Pension, Vacation Plans What are the union's benefits, how do they work and how can a Seafarer, pensioner and their family members receive everything to which they are entitled are among the subjects be carefully outlined, with detailed information that will be addressed at conferences to provided on the level of services available. be held in every port in the upcoming months, SIU President Michael Sacco announced at the March membership meeting held at Piney Point. The purpose of the seminars is to provide the SIU membership and their families with an opportunity to fully review the benefits available through the union and its various plans. The sessions are open to all Seafarers, SIU pen­ sioners and family members. Leading the conferences will be officials and staff members from the Seafarers health plan, pension plan and vacation plan. The sessions coincide with the union's monthly membership meetings to give as many Seafarers as possible an opportunity to participate. All Invited to Join Talks In announcing the SIU benefits educational conferences at the March membership meeting at Piney Point, Sacco said, "These sessions are designed to be helpful to any Seafarer and pensioner and everyone in their families. I encourage every Seafarer and his or her family to come to 'these conferences." During the conference. Seafarers will have an opportunity to ask questions, make sugges­ tions and gather data regarding the benefits provided by the health, pension and vacation trusts. Nick Marrone, administrator of the plans, advised the March membership meeting at Piney Point that the conferences would address the most frequently asked questions regarding the trusts' benefits and procedures. "In addition, the workshop-like atmosphere of the seminars will give us a good opportunity to hear the suggestions of the members and exchange ideas on the kinds of materials and information we should be providing." The benefits of the Seafarers health plan will Among the items that will be reviewed are hospitalization, surgical procedures, major medical coverage, out-patient service, doctor's visits, maternity benefits, prescription drugs, dental and optical care, alcohol and substance abuse rehabilitation. Information on the SIU's scholarship program will be available. This program offers scholar­ ship opportunities to Seafarers and their de­ pendents. Detailed Discussions Workshop leaders also will go over the pro­ tections afforded Seafarers in the case of death, dismemberment or disability. Eligibility require­ ments and the mechanisms for extending the qualifying factors will be discussed. Benefits provided by the Seafarers Vacation Plan will be presented as will procedures for correctly filing claims. Eligibility, application procedures and figur­ ing the rate of the vacation pay will be among the items discussed at the conferences. Planning for retirement, qualifying factors for the various types of pension benefits and the different kinds of pensions will be among the issues examined during the conference's ses­ sions on the SIU pension plan. Health coverage for retired Seafarers and the relationship be­ tween that benefit and the medicare premiums will be studied as well. Workshop leaders will go over the various forms used by Seafarers and their families and retirees. Additionally, all kinds of informational material will be handed out at the conferences, said Marrone. The plans administrator also suggested that those individuals who wish to participate con­ tact the union halls directly for a more detailed schedule of the sessions that will be held at the conference in their port. Defense Dep't Announces War Bonus for Seamen The first news concerning a war bonuis for American seamen serving aboard vessels in the Arabian Gulf during the outbreak of hostilities earlier this year was announced as the LOG went to press. SIU Vice President Collective Bargaining Angus "Red" Campbell, in a report prepared for the April membership meeting at Piney Point, advised Seafarers of the government's actions regarding implementation of a war bonus. "As of Thursday, April 4, 1991, the Military Sealift Command (MSC) was preparing a directive to establish a war zone bonus of 100 percent on ships that operated west of 53 degrees east lon­ gitude in the Arabian Gulf," Campbell reported. The SIU vice president also noted that MSC was evaluating a harbor attack bonus and a vessel attack bonus. He said the bonuses, once insti­ tuted, would be effective on and after January 17 and would extend until an official cease-fire agreement is reached between the United Nations and Iraq. (The UN Security Council in its Reso­ lution 686 outlined conditions for a definitive end of hostilities.) The membership will be kept fully informed of all developments on this matter, reported Campbell. "As soon as we receive definite in­ structions from MSC and MarAd, they will be - p forwarded to all ports and printed in the LOG,' he advised. Based on Historic Practice The first word of a war bonus for merchant seamen serving during Operation Desert Storm came in the form of a communication from Don­ ald J. Atwood, deputy secretary of defense, to the secretary of the Navy. Deputy Secretary Atwood said, "Pursuant to title 5, United States Code, section 5348,1 determine that it is in the public interest to authorize the payment of 'war zone' bonuses and harbor and vessel attack bonuses to merchant mariners." Atwood continued, "Such payment is commen­ surate with current and historic practices in the maritime industry during periods of hostility," A war bonus recently was announced by the Depart­ ment of Defense for merchant mariners serving In the Arabian Gulf west of 53 degrees east longitude on or after January 17, until an official cease-fire Is instituted. W'' ^cv . �SEAFARERS LOG U.S.-Flag Ship interests Seek Alaska Oil Deveiopmejit '• ;;s The maritime community is sup^ porting the development of the Alaska National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) as a means to advance energy independence for the United States. As a national energy policy is being debated within the halls of the U.S. Capitol, a critical com­ ponent of the bill is whether to allow exploration of oil in ANWR. With the Prudhoe Bay fields yielding less oil each year, Con­ gress is deciding whether to tap the reservoir, estimated as one of the largest in U.S. history, be­ neath the tundra in the northeast comer of the state to help reduce the flow of imported oil. The U.S.-flag shipping com­ munity is working with allied leg­ islators to seek continued export restrictions of any Alaska oil. Such provisions will allocate all Alaska oil for domestic use. Various Proposals The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee has two proposals before it: a plan offered by President George Bush in Febmary and one put together by the chairman of the committee, Ben­ nett Johnston of Louisiana. The two bills as well as another bill introduced by Walter Jones (DN.C.), the chairman of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee, all feature opening ANWR for oil exploration. A major difference in the bills offered by Bush and Johnston conceri^ the exportation of the Alas­ kan oil to other countries. The administration does not seek to restrict exportation, while John­ ston asks for the same restrictions as found in the Export Adminis­ tration Act for Alaska North Slope crude oil from Pmdhoe Bay. The Jones bill does not include export restrictions, but an amendment adding the constraints to the pack­ age is expected once committee consideration begins. Development of the refuge has been a major battle for years be­ tween oil producers and environ­ mentalists. Reports have stated the fight to include ANWR in a comprehensive energy policy could be as long and drawn out as the budget battle that caused a partial government shutdown last fall. However, efforts to include the exploration began as soon as the 102nd Congress convened in Jan­ uary and have been gaining sup­ port since. Support Mounts The opening of ANWR for oil exploration purposes has the sup­ port of Alaska's senators—Ted Stevens (R) and Frank Murkowski (R)—and the state's congressman, Don Young (R). In fact. Repre­ sentative Young has introduced a bill in the House that would allow oil exploration in the refuge. Young's proposed legislation has garnered the signatures of more than 100 fellow congressmen. Both the Young proposal on oil explo­ ration in ANWR and the Jones bill that is a more all-encompassing energy package will be considered in this current session of Con­ gress. Then the Secretary of Energy indicated the president would veto any energy bill that did not include ANWR oil exploration. Opponents of the energy plans TRAN^!OM Deputy Chief Butcher Retires After 42 Years in Navy Vice Admiral Paul T. Butcher, who most recently served his country as deputy commander-inchief of the military's transport logistics arm, retired last month after serving in the U.S. Navy for 42 years. Prior to his assignment as second-in-command at the mil­ itary's U.S. Transportation Com­ mand (TRANSCOM), he headed the Military Sealift Command. Vice Admiral Butcher, who will be working in the private sector, has long been a strong proponent for the U.S.-flag merchant marine. SIU President Michael Sacco praised the vice admiral for his support of the industry. "Vice Admiral) Butcher has demon­ strated during his tenure that he has a keen understanding for the merchant marine," Sacco noted. "He was more than an advocate, he was a doer for the U.S.-flag merchant marine." While speaking out for the U.Sflag merchant fleet. Butcher also did not withhold any criticisni of the operations in which it was involved. He noted in a Los An­ geles Times article, dated Novem­ ber 24, about Operation Desert Shield the sealift to Saudi Arabia succeeded because "we've had an almost perfect scenario in which to do our job" through a longterm buildup and aid from allied nations. The West Virginia native joined the Navy in 1948. After graduating from Marshall University, he re­ ceived his commission in 1953. Butcher served as commanding officer aboard the USS Mosopelea, USS Camp, USS Josephus Daniels and USS Oklahoma City. He also was commander for Task Forces 73 and 75. On shore, the vice admiral's assignments included deputy com­ mander-in-chief and chief of staff of both the Atlantic Fleet and the Transportation Command. Vice Admiral Paul Butcher addresses the 1990 AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department executive board meeting. PROPOSED SITE FOR OIL EXPLORATION and ANWR exploration state none of them does enough to slow the consumption of energy by Amer­ icans. Senator Dale Bumpers (DArk.) has said raising fuel effi­ ciency standards on motor vehi­ cles could save more fuel that the most optimistic refuge production forecast! Estimates of the oil within the protected area in the northeastern corner of the state next to Alaska range up to 3.6 billion barrels. The proposals seek to explore across 1.5 million (an area called the Coastal Plains) of the 19 million acres in the refuge. Both the Bush and Johnston bills view ANWR oil as a revenue raiser to imple­ ment energy efficiency programs. A pipeline from the refuge would be built to connect with the exist­ ing trans-Alaska pipeline from Prudhoe Bay. In a Senate hearing last month. Energy Secretary James Watkins disclosed the transAlaska pipeline could be closed by the year 2009 because of an­ nually decreasing amounts of oil being pumped from Prudhoe Bay unless the ANWR drilling is per­ mitted. Relief Positions, Time Limits Returned to Shipping Ruies Eligible Seafarers aboard deep sea vessels are able once again to call for trip reliefs effective im­ mediately due to a ruling an­ nounced last month by the Sea­ farers Appeals Board. The same ruling also returned limits on the length of time mem­ bers can stay aboard their ships. With the end of hostilities in the Persian Gulf, the board, which is comprised of representatives from both the union and its contracted companies, rescinded its decisions of August 10 to extend the time members could stay aboard ship before signing off and of Decem­ ber 13 to suspend relief positions. The new ruling, dated March 22, returns limits on the length of sailing and the relief provision to the shipping rules. "We have been able to suc­ cessfully meet our commitments to the armed services in the Per­ sian Gulf," said Angus "Red" Campbell, SlU vice president for collective bargaining. "With the cessation (of the war), the board felt it was appropriate the change be made in the shipping rules." The complete text of SAB Ac­ tion 355 is printed below: SAB Action 355 The Seafarers Appeals Board acting under and pursuant to the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Union and the various Contracted Employers, hereby takes the following action. Whereas, on August 10, 1990 a national emergency occurred due to hostilities in the Persian Gulf, and Whereas, the emergency re­ quired the activation of vessels from the government's Ready Re­ serve Fleet, and Whereas, the vessel activation escalated the demandfor qualified seamen to man such vessels, and Whereas, the demand necessi­ tated modifying the Shipping Rules to ensure the delivery of materiel to the Armed Services of the United States, and Whereas, Action 352, dated Au­ gust 10,1990permitted Class "A" seamen to remain aboard their assigned vessels in excess of two hundred and forty (240) days, without relief and Class "B" sea­ men to remain aboard their as­ signed vessels in excess of one hundred eighty (180) days, and Whereas, Action 353, dated De­ cember 13, 1990 waived the sixty (60) day relief for permanent rat­ ings for a period of sixty (60) days, and Whereas, the waiver promul­ gated by Action 353 was extended for another (60) days by Action 354, and Whereas, the termination of hostilities in Iraq has resulted in the lay up of vessels from the Ready Reserve Fleet and has re­ duced the demands on the Man­ power Fool, Therefore, Rule 2 G 1, Rule 2 G 3 and Rule 5 A 12 (a) shall be re-instituted as specified in the Shipping Rules prior to the mod­ ifications created by the Persian Gulf national emergency. Effective date: March 22, 1991. �• •^' ' ^ /• w APm mt D1 MEBA/NMU Plan Would Give Control to Food Woi1(ers Rank-and-file anger with the DeFries/Parise scheme to control District 1 MEBA/NMU despite the wishes of the membership, has reached a new high, according to reports circulating around the na­ tion's waterfront. Frustrated by the mounting rebellion of its sea­ going members, the leadership of District 1 MEBA/NMU has de­ vised a plan to maintain control of the besieged union by diluting the seamen's voice within the or­ ganization. The District 1 leaderships—which includes C.E. "Gene" DeFries, who serves as president, and Louis Parise, the group's secretaryembarked last month on a plan that would enable cafeteria work­ ers, who primarily are employed by food service contractors on military bases, and government employees in Puerto Rico to dom­ inate the union. The move could forever prevent seamen, both licensed and unli­ censed, from entirely managing their own affairs in critical areas— such as on constitutional matters, policies, financial responsibilities, selecting union representatives and staff members and so on. Manipulating the Structure According to information re­ ceived by the LOG from NMU and MEBA members, the mech­ anism for achieving this transfer of power within District 1 MEBA/ NMU is the creation of a new division of non-seamen, shorebased workers who have been part of the Industrial, Technical and Professional Employees (ITPE) and ITPGE groups of the unlicensed section. The ITPE unit represents military base chow hall workers and others employed in shorebased jobs, while the ITPGE rep­ resents government employees in Puerto Rico. Up to now. District 1 MEBA/ NMU has had only two divi­ sions—one for licensed seamen from the former MEBA union and one for unlicensed seamen from the former NMU group. Any af­ filiates of either District 1 Marine Engineers Beneficial Association (MEBA) or the National Maritime SlU, NATCO Ink Three-Year Pact SlU men George Silva (left), a mate on NATCO equipment and AB/ Dragtender Bill Padgett (right) assisted in the union's contract negoti­ ations with the dredge company. The SIU and the North Amer­ ican Trailing Company (NATCO) have reached a new three-year labor agreement. NATCO employs approxi­ mately 115 inland division Seafar­ ers in both licensed and unlicensed capacities aboard its dredges across the Great Lakes and the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. Captain George Silva, one of the members of the union's negotiating team, said he was pleased with the new agree­ ment. "In total, we gained," he told the Seafarers LOG. Dave Ling, a senior dragtender, echoed Silva comments: "We're happy with what we got. The union gave us tremendous support." Rounding out the union negotiat­ ing team were Angus "Red" Campbell, SIU vice president for collective bargaining; Augie Tellez, SIU assistant vice president; and Frank Paladino, SIU head­ quarters representative. Among the gains made by the SIU members employed by the dredge company was the addition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a paid holiday. NATCO, which uses split hull dredges, gets a large amount of work from the Army Corps of Engineers in its channel mainte­ nance and widening operations. t. -A ''V-l" ^ Steward Williams at Headquarters SIU Recertified Steward Roscce Williams (left) meets with the union's executive vice president, Joseph Sacco, on a recent visit to Washington, D.C. Union (NMU)—^including ones representing industrial, govern­ ment or service workers—were kept within the respective divi­ sions at the time District 1 MEBA and NMU merged in March 1988. Balance of Power By putting the ITPE and ITPGE groups in their own separate di­ vision within District 1 MEBA/ NMU, the shore-based member­ ship will have as equal a claim as do the licensed and unlicensed seamen to a portion of the delegate votes at the union's convention, thus becoming critical to the bal­ ance of power within the organi­ zation. Maritime labor observers note the top officer posts of District 1 MEBA/NMU are not elected di­ rectly by the membership as was done in the days before the two groups merged. Now, these posi­ tions are elected at a convention, giving special significance to the inclinations of the various dele­ gates from the unlicensed and li­ censed divisions and, now, the shore-based division. The District 1 MEBA/NMU top officer slots, which are voted on at the organization's convention, are the president, executive vice president, treasurer, secretary and a vice president representing each division. The union's highest de­ cision-making body, short of con­ ventions and membership referendums, is the district executive committee which is made up of the officers just named. The next District 1 MEBA/NMU conven­ tion is scheduled to take place in March 1992. Why the Change Now? Maritime labor observers say the plan to create an entirely new division within District 1 MEBA/ NMU appears to have been hastily drawn up after licensed division officers, who also serve as District 1 MEBA/NMU officials, were de­ feated in balloting concluded last December by a group of licensed engineers running on a platform to reform the organization. A couple of NMU seamen sized up the situation this way: Since the plan was devised after the MEBA members ran off the li­ censed division officials, it now appears the leadership of District 1 is, trying to lock up control of the organization even though they are devoid of support from the rank-and-file. The ousted licensed division leadership was replaced by MEBA challengers in all of the division's officer posts, all seven branch agents, two of the three elected patrolmen and 16 of 20 delegates to the District 1 MEBA/NMU con­ vention. The challengers orga­ nized under the banner of the socalled MEBA MAD Committee. (The acronym "MAD" has been used interchangeably for "Mem­ bers Advocating Democracy" or "Members Against DeFries.") With their election to the li­ censed division posts and a clear majority of licensed division con­ vention delegates, the MEBA challengers are one step closer to taking on the incumbent union officers—many of whom are the same individuals who lost their licensed division posts to the re­ form-minded engineers but are continuing to hold jobs as officers of District 1 MEBA/NMU or to serve in staff positions appointed by the union's president. Seamen Not Allowed to Vote The plan to create the new shorebased worker section was insti­ gated at a February unlicensed division council meeting. During that session, a Slate of officers and convention delegates for the new division was hand-picked by the District 1 MEBA/NMU leaders. A referendum vote supposedly is taking place from March 18 to April 18 among the ITPE and ITPGE members to approve the District 1 MEBA/NMU-selected slate of officers and delegates and the ITPE division's bylaws. Nei­ ther NMU nor MEBA seamen are being included in the referendum process. Locking in Power According to maritime labor ob­ servers, it is rather startling that District 1 MEBA/NMU leaders, who come out of the seamen's movement, should be willing to fritter away the strength and in­ tegrity of the seamen's divisions in an attempt to control enough convention delegates to stay in power. But many NMU and MEBA rank-and-file seamen see nothing new in the tactics of the District 1 MEBA/NMU officials. One NMU member remarked that the group of officers involved in setting up the new division was the same set of individuals that voted to give themselves huge severance pay­ ments at the time of the merger. (The so-called severance pay­ ments went to five individuals who were officials of District 1 MEBA and the NMU, who then became officers of the merged union upon its inception. The five split close to $2 million extracted from the groups' liquid assets in the pay­ ment scheme.) The NMU seaman also said the District 1 MEBA/NMU ITPE- ma­ neuver giving cafeteria workers on military bases and government workers a great deal of power over the affairs of sea-going members was not surprising in light of the fact that the union's officials had established a structure at the time of the merger that in effect reduced the unlicensed seaman to a sec­ ond-class status within the orga­ nization. (The District 1 MEBA/ NMU constitution says the posi­ tions of president and treasurer only can be held by a licensed division member.) What is obvious to all hands within the NMU and MEBA is that the District 1 MEBA/NMU structure was made complicated and complex, and now is being manipulated, so that a handful of individuals can stay in power, ir­ respective of the wishes of the membership. -'i: I: �• ''j •'[.7''' "• SEAFAKKm States Enacting Oil Spill Bills Tank Vessel Fleet Beset by Contradictory Laws _ •.:,•• y •• Although the federal government enacted , sweeping legislation last August designed to prevent and minimize oil spills in U.S. waters, state elected officials are promulgating bills that have the same intent but that often contradict or confuse the federal statutes. As a result, U.S.-flag tanker companies, American tank barge operators and foreign oiltransport groups find themselves operating un­ der conditions that have been likened to one big crap shoot. Seafarers crewing U.S.-flag tankers and oil-barge tows, have a direct stake in the myriad of state laws that have been passed or that are being considered because the manner in which these statutes are fashioned could determine the extent to which responsible U.S.-flag operators can manage to remain in the business of transporting oil. At the root of the pr^lem is the fact that the Oil Pollution Act of 199Q. while instituting a comprehensive array of pro^edttres-to eliminate oil spills resulting from the transport of petro­ leum and petroleum products by tank vessels (see box), did not give the federal bill pre­ emptive powers. Consequently, states are free to push their own versions of oil spill laws, and tank vessel owners and operators find them­ selves pummeled with a jumbled mass of stat­ utes and regulations. While there is a plethora of proposals insti­ tuted by states or under consideration in dozens of state Capitols that affect the carriage of petroleum by water, there are three particularly important areas that have life-or-death conse­ quences for the oil-transport industry. Liability Issues First among these are measures that set no limits on the amount of money a vessel owner or operator has to come up with in the event of a discharge, including being held responsible for paying damages even if the Spill is a result of circumstances beyond control. These pro­ posals are known as "unlimited liability" and "strict liability." The notion of so-called unlimited liability for shipping companies involved in a spill means that owners or operators of tank vessels can be held responsible for all costs which can in any way be tied to the spill. This can include not only the direct costs of the clean-up, but also administrative expenses, money to fully restore thie environment to pristine conditions, damages to all affected parties and civil and criminal penalties. The other doctrine governing the financial obligations of tank vessel operators in the event of a spill that is being bandied about by many states is the concept of strict liability. The idea here is to hold the shipping company responsible for paying all damages and allowing no defense posture except the citing of an act of God or an act of war. Under a policy of strict liability, for example, a tanker company involved in a spill caused by circumstances beyond the operator's control would be entirely responsible for paying all costs associated with the clean-up and dam­ ages caused by the discharge. An extension of this debate is the application of the unlimited liability concept to damaged natural resources. This kind of provision, for example, holds the tank vessel owner or oper­ ator liable for the costs associated with injured wildlife, fouled beaches or coastal lands and other damages that impair the environment in some way. The mechanisms for determining the dollar value of natural resources is of great concern to the industry. Financial Strength Tests The second issue troubling the tanker industry is the notion that each state can request a tanker or tank barge owner or operator to post huge amounts of funds with the state as a kind of financial strength test, or a kind of collateral, in case of a spill. Known as "financial respon­ sibility" proposals, these measures require the tank vessel owner to come up with colossal amounts of cash or the equivalent. Many states have concocted formulas whereby the gross tonnage of a vessel is multiplied by a dollar figure. Some states also are requiring that such a deposit be made for every vessel entering the state's waters. Tank fleet operators have countered with a proposal that a single deposit calculated on the basis of the company's largest vessel be lodged with the state. Most tank vessel companies, particularly ones not directly con­ nected to the deep pockets of the giant oil conglomerates, simply do not have such re­ sources available to meet the financial demands imposed by such unrealistic formulas. These "financial responsibility" provisions, along with the unlimited liability and strict liability regimes Of many states, have made it exceedingly difficult for companies engaged in the waterbome transit of petroleum and petro­ leum products to obtain insurance, which in the marine transportation industry is primarily se­ cured through Protection and Indemnity (P & I) Clubs. The world's 13 P&I clubs, which in effect are cooperative, non-profit and self-regulating in­ surance operations, have warned their members that the state statutes placing unlimited liability on owners for oil pollution expose the ship operator or owner to liabilities in excess of the insurance cover provided by the P&I clubs. In the case of an oil spill, the P&I clubs insure the first $1.6 million of a pollution claim against a member company. If the claim exceeds $1.6 million, the cost is shared, up to $12 million, among a pool of P&I clubs. Claims exceeding $12 million and up to $500 million are covered under the pool's reinsurance contract. In the current policy year, additional coverage of $200 million is available for any one incident. The $700 million of possible insurance an operator or owner has seems paltry indeed when compared to the Exxon Valdez court-ordered settlement that held the company responsible for damages in excess of $2 billion. Also, the costs to obtain insurance for oil discharges have gone up radically. The unbridled penalties tanker and oil barge operators face make it impossible to obtain insurance at reasonable rates. Overkill of Rules A third area in which states are seeking to push their own agendas is the process of de­ veloping contingency plans, as well as imposing and defining a host of standards in the areas of equipment, inspections, operating procedures and so on. In many cases these state proposals are at odds with U.S. Coast Guard procedures and federal statutes which have long-governed the waterbome transportation industry. In some cases, the states are attempting to define pro­ cedures which are currently in the process of being addressed by federal agencies assigned the same responsibility by the Oil Pollution Act of 1990. Additionally, the state regimes often contra­ dict each other, imposing a difficult situation on oil-barge operators engaged in the interstate coastal trade. For example, some states are requiring the development of contingency plans involving the local government and vessel operators. Mean­ while, the federal oil spill bill established a systematic timetable for development of contin­ gency plans that first requires the structuring of a national response plan and its implementation. The federal bill then requires that a coordinated plan of attack be developed and put in place between the various national, state and local government agencies with jurisdiction on the matter. The final phase of the national response plan calls for each oil transport vessel to have ill place a contingency plan. Squaring with Federai Bili What is fmstrating to the waterbome-oiltransport industry is the fact that the Oil Pol­ lution Act of 1990 addresses each of these matters—liability limits, financial responsibility funds and contingency plans—^and addresses them quite thoroughly. To the extent possible, the industry is seeking in state after state to keep the state regulations as compatible as possible with the federal oil spill bill. State Oil Spill Legislation Passed or Pending • Financial Responsi­ bility Alaska P California • '..^--P^ • 1 Connecticut Delaware P Florida P 1 Georaia Hawaii Indiana Louisiana Maine Maryland P ... P . Mass, Michigan Mississippi N Hampshire New Jersey C New York N. Carolina Oregon P Pennsyl. P R. Island S. Carolina P c Texas p Virginia p Washington Unlimited Criminal Liability*-^ • Penalties Civil Penalties P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P C P P P P P Tax, Li­ Oil Spill cense Fee Contin­ Generated gency Plan Req'd» Oil Spill Fund P P P P c C P P c c P P p p P P P P P P P P P p p p 0 p p p p p 0 p p P P P P P c P P P P P p oil Spill State/Local Reporting Reimburse R^ulre- (costs, tax loss, ment and/or fund) P P P P P P P P P P P P c P P P P • p c c P P P P P , P P P P ..i, P P P P P P P P P P P c p P .1 c P Key; P = Law has passed. C = Law is under consideration: ^ There are only 5 states that have ' Many states have a mix of limited caps on liability. They are: New York, and unlimited liability applications, such New Jersey, Florida, Delaware, and as limits only on clean-up costs which Virginia. is the standard in a state like Florida. Delaware is another state with partially limited liability. p p p p p P P ^ In many states, such plans fall are currently being required under a regulatpry process rather than through legislation. Among these states are; Maine, New Jersey, and Rhode Island. �APRIL 1991 First Merchant Vessel in Liberated Kuwait Frances Hammer SiU Crew Racks Up Accolades The SlU-crewed integrated tugbarge Frances Hammer received a commendation from the U.S. Navy for being the first merchant vessel to enter liberated Kuwait City despite the fact the harbor area was not free of mines and other potential hazards. U.S. Navy Captain R. A. Crooks of the Military Sealift Command commended the crew for its ef­ forts. "Your support to the Mili­ tary Sealift Command and other military personnel assigned to the port area was outstanding," Crooks wrote the vessel on March 20 after its one week stay from March 11 to March 17. "By allowing these personnel to utilize your facilities, they were able to keep their equipment fully operational despite the hazardous environmental conditions that threatened to curtail harbor clearance operations. 'True Professionals' "Your timeliness in getting un­ derway and transiting very dan­ gerous waters demonstrates the dedication and seamanship char­ acteristic of true maritime profes­ sionals. The U.S. Merchant Ma­ rine has steadfastly and intrepidly supported Operation Desert Storm, and (the) Frances Hammer is a shining example of this dedication to duty. Thank you for your professional and unselfish service. Captain Peter A. Thorpe of the Frances Hammer noted "the crew's willingness to go the extra mile." He wrote to Angus "Red" Campbell, SIU vice president for collective bargaining, about the crew, "Their skill in performing their duties allowed the ship to complete its mission success­ fully." . -- V'wv " ^- •T • - fiBi i. I Charter Since January The Ocean Shipholding vessel, under charter to the Military Sea­ lift Command since January, was sent to Kuwait's capital city to A The Frances Hammer, an integrated tug barge unit, was the first merchant ship to arrive in Kuwait after allied forces freed the nation from the grip of Iraq. Chief Cook Toyo Gonzales, shown in an earlier voyage aboard the ITS, was among the SIU crewmembers to take the Frances Hammer into Kuwait City. deliver 120,000 barrels of water for the citizens and allied forces there. Once at the dock the Hammer incurred several problems making it unable to transfer the water from ship to shore. Iraqi troops had so destroyed the capital city's infra­ structure that the military was un­ able to make the proper connec­ tions to safely unload the cargo. The ITB was ordered to leave after moving some of the water to a supply vessel waiting outside the harbor. SIU crewmembers aboard the ITB were Bosun/AB James Lewis; ABs W^ter Harris, Quinton Herrara and Edward O'Connor; QMED/Pumpman Terry Jacobsen; Engine Utility George Demetropolous; Deck Engine Utility Roan Barrett; Steward Baker Terry Ja­ cobsen and Chief Cook Toyo Gon­ zales. Cod Crew Glad to Leave Gulf After Missile Alert The Cape Cod is one of many Ready Reserve Force (RRF) ves­ sels sailing in the Persian Gulf with an SIU crew aboard. Operated by the OMI Coiporation for the Mar­ itime Administration, the Cape Cod offloaded materiel several times in Saudi Arabia. The crew recently was praised by the ship's master, Thomas Tray, for its outstanding work during adverse conditions, including mis­ sile attacks, while tied to a Saudi dock. (See March 1991 Seafarers LOG.) The RRF vessel was one of many SlU-crewed ships to dock in Saudi Arabia, unload its cargo and depart safely during the Per­ sian Gulf war. Bosun Ervin Bronstein sent these pictures of the crew during a mis­ sile attack and after leaving Saudi Arabia to the Seafarers LOG. He noted the crew was very relieved to leave the port area, but very proud to be able to deliver the goods and do its share to assist the troops in Operation Desert Storm. Crewmembers don protective gear and gather inside the ship after a missile attack warning siren. AB Roger Plaud displays his joy that a missile attack alert has been called off. Bagpipe expert Roger Piaud shows the rest of the Cape Cod crew how to play a tune. Chief Steward Henry Manning (right in white hat) throws a barbecue to help the crew relax after the vessel has departed-Saudi Arabia. Bosun Ervin Bronstein is seated in the center. OS Chris Stinger gets ready to go to the ship's deck to attend the cookout. •pm- �106 8 is-- Letters to the Editor Getting on a 'Good Old SlU Ship' i<r J ' 'J Pi.5S-^ '•h :lM'r W§M. I joined the M/V 1st Lt. Baldomero Lopez on Friday, and I have to say that it never felt so good to climb a gangway—that says something as it was bitter cold and snowing and I had a 70 lb. sea-bag and 30 lb. suitcase in tow. The bosun said I should have hailed him, but frankly, I wasn't feeling much pain. I just wanted aboard. Tel Aviv was a bear, as you know, and my last night there we had three alerts. Once my mission was accomplished and I got my aunt out of the city, I had only one thing in mind—to get on a good old SIU ship and be privileged to join my shipmates in contributing to our country's well-being. Something that American seamen have and always will do. This is a "world-class" ship and a fine crew. It's good to be "home." I want to thank all of you at headquarters for being so helpful and understanding. It's wonderful to belong to a "brotherhood" such as ours which is one in deed as well as in name. Larry Reiner Aboard the Baldomero Lopez Editor's Note: Brother Larry Reiner boarded the 1st Lt. Baldomero Lopez after a trip to Tel Aviv to assist a family member dur­ ing the Iraqi bombing of Israel. He wrote to the LOG from Bremerhaven, Germany. '.r' • v -.': it ^ Merchant Seamen and Women: 'You Have Not Been Forgotten' :;r, •'^"'u^-'' To all of you serving in the var­ ious capacities aboard the vessels which are relying on you in the Middle East crisis, I commend and support you in your important role in the war. I support our president, our troops and I support you, too! My prayers go out for you and your hunilies. It is apparent that people are not aware of the importance of the merchant seamen and women and their role in the Middle East crisis and what a big part SIU has done to meet the demand and the quick response since the very beginning of Desert Shield and now. Desert Storm. Only once have I heard anything on the news concerning the Seafarers' role in the crisis, and it was so short, I barely remember what it was referring to. But I've not forgotten, and I'm going to speak out about just how important all of you are. You will not go unnoticed and unrecognized for your important part in this war. My support also to the Seafarers school in Piney Point, Md. and to Ken Conklin for the young men and women who graduate from there "ready and prepared!" And to Bart Rogers of Manpower at Piney Pointr^Md., whom I know did his part in helping to get the ships manned as soon as possible. Thanks again. Ken Conklin and ' ''l Bart Rogers, for always taking the time to talk with me when I have called on you. As a mother and a wife of Seafarers [wife of QMED D. Mark Freeman, mother of DEU Reece Halstead), it means so much, and I'll never forget your kindness and help. To all you Seafarers—^you are important and I support you fully. God bless you all and keep you safe. Mrs. Grace Freeman Panama City, Fla. iii Rebuilding the Merchant Marine Editor's Note: Retired member Leo L. Seleskie brings to the atten­ tion of Seafarers a column by a prominent member of the Ameri­ can Legion ori that organization's support for a strong U.S.-flag mer­ chant marine. The article by Vern Hill, vice chairman, Dept. National Secu­ rity, Committee for Merchant Ma­ rine, which appeared in the December 1990 edition of the American Legion's ojficial publi­ cation, follows a brief introduction by Pensioner Seleskie. .. .The merchant marine re­ building column by Mr. Vern Hill and the American Legion shows some of the strongest support re­ garding the gulf crisis. Leo L. Seleskie Spokane, Wash. (From the December 1990 edition of the American Legion's ojficial publication) Again the national convention approved this department's reso­ lution as its lead mandate on our merchant marine in Indianapolis in August. It was resolution No. 460 (Washington) REBUILD THE MERCHANT MARINE, which is extracted as follows: In 1980 there were approxi­ mately 500 ocean-going cargo ships in the active U.S.flag mer­ chant fleet. Today there are about half that number, carrying less than 4 percent of our total interna­ tional trade; and since 1978, more than 55 shipyards have ceased op­ erations. A total of60,000 workers across the country have lost their jobs, and at least 14 ship compa­ nies are operating under Chapter II of the U.S. Bankruptcy Act. Only one shipping line has ordered a container cargo ship built at any American shipyard since 1984. The last commercial tanker built in the U.S. was in 1985. As long as foreign countries subsidize their yards and the U.S. does not, Amer­ ican ship builders are at a disad­ vantage because their costs are much higher. Our maritime indus­ try now ranks lOth among the 16 major fleets in the world,while the Soviet Union ranks second. The deployability of our mili­ tary forces depends on a strategic sealift, and requires national pri­ ority: now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, By the American Legion that we urge the U.S. Gov­ ernment in cooperation with mari­ time management and labor to rebuild the U.S. merchant marine to its former position as second to none in the world under the Mer­ chant Marine Act of1970; and, be it further RESOLVED, That we urge ac­ tion to modify the Merchant Ma­ rine Act of 1970 to promote the U S. flagging of U.S.-owned ships now under foreign registry. Since the foregoing was written, we have the Middle East crisis that fully demonstrates the critical need for a viable merchant fleet to sup­ ply our growing forces in a real wartime threat. Vern Hill,Vice Chairman Dept. National Security Committee for Merchant Marine Veterans of Foreign Wars Cape Gibson Galley Gang Thanked by SUP Crew We of the Deck Department (SUP) on the S/S Cape Gibson would like to commend the Stew­ ard Department for going all out in preparing a wonderful Christmas dinner. Everything, from food and pastry, plus decorations, was out­ standing, and without question we give special thanks to Chief Stew­ ard Wayne Ballard, Chief Cook Charles Taylor, Second Cook Paul Long, Third Cook Pat Patterson, Pass. B.R. Nicholas Gaines, Off. B.R. WiUiam Smally, Off. Waiter Esteban Luke and Crew Mess Arvis McCracklin. The Deck Gang S/S Cape Gibson Editor's Note: This letter was re­ ceived by SIU Vice President George McCartney and forwarded to the Seafarers LOG. Misinformation Abounds On Role of Merchant Marine I don't know whether the [American people] in general heard a broadcast that I did... on& of the few that praised union sea­ farers about their effort in the sealift to the Persian Gulf. How do the [other] experts keep overlooking us and our importance in military operations of ^s mag­ nitude—to let our merchant marine sink to its present level both in manpower and tonnage . . . Ac­ cording to a commentator, lots of the ships are having mechanical trouble... He went on to say some ships are being chartered for as much as $35,000 per day and one of the holdups has been getting the 7th Armored Division in place. How could anyone, especially in the higher echelons of brain power, entertain a thought of trans­ porting the huge behemoth tanks of these days by air—one to aplane— as opposed to hundreds on some of our ships.... I know what these GIs must be going through as I made a few trips in that locality myself. I just wish I could put my two cents in to assist them. I fully support them and the SIU's efforts. Jack Gardner New Orleans, La. ii i 1 Johnny 'Reb' Poovey Thanked I began to sail for the SIU in 1975. In 1978 I was aboard ship with Johnny "Reb" Poovey. Reb was chief steward and this is when my career began to expand. Thanks to Reb! It's rare when an older person takes time to teach past experiences to a younger per­ son. I wish more older seamen would take time to teach the youn­ ger seamen their experiences. That's an important part for the Brotherhood of the Sea. The youn­ ger ones learn from the older broth­ ers. Please, old timers, help us youn­ ger people! We will pay retirement, then we can teach the next generation. If each of us doesn't help the next generation, there will be no retire­ ment, and no union. Thanks to Johnny Reb. Glenn E. Bertrand Houston, Texas ^ i Keep Up the Good Work I thought it was about time sdineone wrote to... the union to let you know what a wonderful job the San Francisco office is doing, like Vince Coss of the Welfare Plan and Annie Lee Hensley, man­ ager of the PMA Pension Plan. I also want you to know that your office at Camp Springs is doing a good job. Louis Pratko Las Vegas, Nev. ^ 4d $ ii Remembers Sailing Days I enjoyed my life as a seaman. When you visit and talk to other people you find out just how good of a union we are. We have the very best insurance anybody can have... I am really proud of our union... I really miss all of you and wish I could make a trip back over to Ger­ many since the wall is down... I always enjoy the LOG, so please keep it coming. I miss all of my old buddies and friends so much and want to thank all of you for what you have done... Leonard O'Kennedy Stapieton, Ala Editor's Note: Brother O'Kennedy would like to hearjrom former ship­ mates, fellow pensioners and Sea­ farers. He can be reached at P.O. Box 338, Stapieton, Ala. 36578. �APRIL 1991 Orgulf SlU Members Appreve New 3-Year Contract Extension During a stop at Moore's Landing, the crew of the Midland had time to look over the latest Seafarers LOG and other union information. They are, from the left, Steve Winsor, lead deckhand; Rickey Shirley, deckhand, and Susan Wolfe, cook. SIU members who sail aboard Orgulf tugs recently approved a three-year extension of their con­ tract with Orgulf Transportation Company, The newly ratified agreement is for three years, retro­ active to January 1,1991. Orgulf operates 24 tugboats, crewed by SIU members, along the upper and lower Mississippi, Ohio, Tennessee and Missouri rivers. Four of the tugs belonging to the Cincinnati-based company are the Twin Cities, the Robert Kyle, the Midland and the B. John Yeager. All four are pushers and operate year-round, weather permitting. and each features a five-member unlicensed crew: a lead deckhand, three deckhands and a cook. The Twin Cities was recently purchased by Orgulf, which is based in Cincinnati. It primarily handles loads along the upper Mis­ sissippi River and along the Illinois River. The other three—the Robert Kyle, Midland and B. John Yea­ ger—are old timers in the Orgulf fleet. They usually work the lower Mississippi region, but can be found anywhere Orgulf operates. The photos of SIU members ap­ pearing on this page were taken at Moore's Landing, Missouri. • •" • )• mm V The deckhands aboard the B. John Yeaer are, from the left, John Thomas, helby Rankin and Michael Grogan. § Deckhand David Pitchford, left, and Lead Deckhand Curtis Grubbs are ready for work aboard the Robert Kyle. Lead Deckhand Terry Henley, left, and Cook Terry Godden relax aboard the tugboat B. John Yeager. .. Zolly Person, left, and Alvin Clark are both deckhands aboard one of Orgulf's tugboats, the Robert Kyle. Great Lakes Division Members Ready for Busy 1991 Season SIU crewmembers aboard freighters, bulkers and tugboats are plying the Great Lakes looking for another shipping season as suc­ cessful as the one completed dur­ ing winter. While, the SlU-crewed Medusa Challenger was able to get a head start on the season by leaving the docks in mid-March, the cement carrier was followed quickly by vessels from other SlU-contracted companies like American Steam­ ship Company, Inland Lakes Management, Pringle Transit, Litton, Kinsman and Erie Naviga­ tion. "Everything is running very smoothly," said Byron Kelley, SIU vice president for the Great Lakes. "The weather has cooperated and we have been able to maintain our fitout schedule." The only problem Kelley noted was the ice in Lake Superior had yet to leave completely. "We've also had our typical severe spring June Hughes, cook aboard the Twin Cities, fills out a claims form. weather, but only the vessels al­ ready sailing have had to tie up because of those storms." The 1990 season ran 335 days, the longest since the late 1970s. The Sault Ste. Marie locks re­ mained opened until January IS, a total of 18 days longer than the 1989 season closing of December 28. Iron ore shipments on the Lakes totaled 69 million tons, the largest year-end amount since 1981. Jeneta Keith, cook aboard the Robert Kyle, catches up on some paperwork. Baling on the recently purchased Twin Cities are deck­ hands Mathew Diehl, left, and Tim O'Brien. Michael Patterson, captain of the Great Lakes Towing tug Superior, enjoys the re­ cent spring-like weather in Detroit whne waiting for his next assignment. ' :•. • v'; In photo at left, Byron Kelley, SIU vice president for the Great Lakes , left, talks with SIU hawsepiper Kent Ralston during fitout aboard the American MahnPr. In photo at right, Algonac Port Employee Tim Kelley, left; and Steward Dick Gimpel npel look over the McKee Sons before all crewmembers report aboard. V -"Vi �'•^ -l"> 'h; •:'' ""' 'V'v,v::i::^i^^.V" VV'- ; • m :yc ! •'' ;'..i;-r-'-'V-'-' .,•. soHumm Piney Point Yoration Spot Opens for Seafarers 10 Is lying in the sun by the pool your idea of a vacation? Or is cast­ ing a fishing line from the side of a boat or touring historic landmarks more to your liking? Or maybe a little of each? However you are looking to spend your hard-earned time off, all these things are possi­ ble at the Seafarers Training & Recreation Genter in Piney Point, Maryland. }"•«• --'i- ' - M '^y-i i' -t.y ' I;.--/-;:-': •f"li" -• 1:1; ,'' . rir'--'7^ • Lauren Rumball and her mother, Se­ rene, play on the school's playground. Lauren's father is Douglas as Humball, who is attending the current QMED up­ grading course. Ideally situated on the banks of the St. Grarge*s Creek, the Seafar­ ers Training & Recreation Center, part of the SIU's Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, is available over the summer months as a vaca­ tion site for SIU members and thenfamilies. Facilities Are Ideal Housing the largest training fa­ cility for deep sea merchant se^arers and inland waterways boatmen in the United States, the Lundeberg School is composed of a number of administrative and educational buildings as well as a library and maritime museum and a six-story training and recreation center on more than 60 acres of waterfront property. A number of these rooms in die training and recreation cen- UNION MEMBER VACATION RATES ter are available during the summer months for vacationing SIU mem­ bers and their families. Besides comfortable accomo­ dations for the whole family, there is plenty to do at Piney Point. On site are a swimming pool, tennis courts and health spa with the latest equipment including Nautilus and free weights. You also can visit the newly refurbished sailboat Manitu, the very boat used by John Ken­ nedy while he was president. Just outside the school in St. Mary's Country are plenty of other sites to keep your family enter­ tained. St. Mary's County boasts 400 miles of shoreline, public beaches, hiking trails and un­ spoiled countryside. The coimty is the home of Sotterley Mansion, an 18th century working plantation, the Patuxent Naval Air Test and Evaluation Museum and Point Lookout, site of a Civil War fort and prisoner-of-war camp. Former Vacationers Agree Sonny Pinkham and his wife, Patty, from Latham, N.Y. took ad­ vantage of the comfortable sur­ roundings for their vacation last year. Pir^am, who sails as an AB and bosun out of the port of New York, said, "We both enjoyed it very much. We liked the facilities. And it's so close to Washington— really ideal." He said they had wanted to tour the nation's capital and got the chance to do so. 'They were able to see everything they wanted—^and just a short drive later were back in a comfortable room at Piney Point—^able to enjoy a dip in the swimming pool or a walk along the dock. Pinkham, who has been with the union since 1979, noted that the maritime museum at the school was especially informative. "Most people don't have much of an un­ derstanding about the maritime in­ dustry," he said, "and the museum was very informational." Pinkham and his wife are ex­ pecting their first child "any day," and he said Piney Point would be a good place to vacation again when the child is a bit older. George F. and Kathryn Hofmann, both retired school teachers from New York, took ad­ vantage of the school's vacation $40.40/day Spouse $ 9.45/day Child $ 9.45/day Note: There is no charge for children under the age of 12. The prices listed above include all meals. Send the completed applica­ tion form to Seafarers Training & Recreation Center, Piney Point, MD 20674 or call (301) 994-0010. facilities to spend a few days visit­ ing the area—and their son, George K., who was attending up­ grading courses at the time. The Bay Shore, N.Y. couple thought the whole atmosphere at the center was just lovely. They made use of the swimming pool and the dining room. "The cuisine was great. You couldn't ask for more," said Mr. Hofmann. And since they hadn't seen their son in a while, the convenience of Piney Point's location allowed them to combine sightseeing and visiting with their son when he wasn't in class. "We want to come back," added Mrs. Hofmann. Day Trips Piney Point is located in St. Mary's County—not far from a number of landmaiks in the area, both current and historical. There are many day trips that a vacation­ ing SIU family can talre using die i; .: •' -yl"'; --''7 .v.-• " J...,. Boating and fishing activities are avail­ able to vacationing seafarers and their families at the Lundetierg School. school as a base—Washington, D.C., Arlington, Va., Baltimore and Annapolis, Md.—and every­ where in between. It will take more than a day—or even a weekend—to see some of the more famous landmarks in Washington, D.C. Pictured above is the Jefferson Memorial. -§« SEAFARERS TRAINING & RECREATION CENTER Reservation Information A vacation stay at >the Lundeberg School is limited to two weeks per family. Member Gordon and Terry Cherup watch as their son, Nicholas, checks out a ship's model in the lobby of the Training and Recreation Center. Name: Social security number Book number: Address: Telephone#:!. 1 Number in party / ages of children, if applicable: Date of arrival: 1st choice:_ • / " 2nd choice:. 3rd choice: Stay is limited to two weeks. Date of departure:. 4/91 I I .J �r-»- • ^ -.—•V* 4-L*- f--» >•«•,' % -w Y mi 1991 H w!>5^ txplaiiMioi of New Reporting Date Policy • y">i :v;A:A-a:iS;';| • -rS'-f • •_/•• • •f'^'^". With this edition of the Seafarers LCXJ, the dispatchers' reports for the deep sea, inland and Great Lakes will reflect registration, shipping and members on the beach from the 16th of two months prior to the 15th of the month before the issue's dateline. The new reporting date is due to a revised publication schedule for the Seafarers LOG. Beginning with this April 1991 is­ sue, the Seafarers LOG will be available during the first few days of the dateline's month. Because this edition of the Sea­ farers LOG is the first to be pub­ lished under the new schedule, a 12-day overlap exists between these reports and those listed in the March 1991 Seafarers LOG. This will be the only time such an overly will occur. Khif&Juae Meinbership KHeehags; Deep Sea, lakes, ffl/oflrf Waters • ' 'f^:-:.v.' •^" •'•'• •"'.••"'f;'' "'•" I'v' ^::;,.r:ii, -v :i - ' U- Plney Point Monday, May 6 Monday, June 3 New York Tuesday, May 7 Tuesday, June 4 PhUadeiphla Wednesday, May 8 Wednesday, June 5 Baltimore Thursday, May 9 Thursday, June 6 Norfolk Thursday, May 9 Thursday, June 6 Jacksonville Thursday, May 9 Thursday, June 6 Aigonac Friday, May 10 Friday, June 7 Houston Monday, May 13 Monday, June 10 New Orleans Tuesday, May 14 Tuesday, June 11 Mobile Wednesday, May 15 Wednesday, June 12 San Francisco Thursday, May 16 Thursday, April 18 Wilmington Monday, May 20 Monday, June 17 Seattle Friday, May 24 Friday, June 21 San Juan Thursday, May 9 Thursday, June 6 St. Louis Friday, May 17 Friday, June 14 Honolulu Friday, May 17 Friday, June 14 Duluth Wednesday, May 15 Wednesday, June 12 Jersey City Wednesday, May 22 Wednesday, June 19 New Bedford Tuesday, May 21 Tuesday, June 18 Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea FEBRUARY 16-MARCH 15, 1991 •TOTAL REGISTERED Ail Groups Class A Class B Class C Porlt New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington ^ Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houstorf St. Louis |||tieY.|V?uii Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore;, Norfolk Mobile New Orleans i Jacksonville i San Francisco Wilnfiingtpg • Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu I Houston ; St. Louis Piney Point Totals Port lew York ^l^adelphia l^altimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans pl^ksonville San Francisco 4 Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Jlouston St. Louis Piney Point Totals TOTAL SHm>ED All Groups Class A Class B Class C **REG1STERED ON BEACH AH Groops Class A Class B Class C Trip Relief DECK DEPARTMENT 25 2 9 2 • „r.7 7 10 22 13 7 M w'm i-- 27 15 22 11 4 26: h X 195 13 12 2 7 3 5 125 7 4 0 9 15 14 16 10 20 1 3 28 6 7 0 4 I 2 J • . '. 7 7 1 8 8 5 7 14 9 5 4 6 9 . 7 10 10 4 21 6 ' 13 ' 1 11 8 4 2 r 0 0 0 141 139 • 04 87 1 0 0 3 0 0 ; 1 0 0 0 0 39 3 8 13 14 36 30 45 31 39 17 8 "O 6 1 1 325 . . 0 • 5 86 , 12 4 6 1 „ 2 7 3 10 4 13 17 13 - I7X:;\: 15 4 9 5 10 2 1 13 1 • im' -M 0 •X-•5' 109 114 -j • 15' 1 2 3 6 7 4 4 3 5 10 11 15 I 5 II • J, -• ... - 7 a • 9 f) " #* "v 18 1 -x; 1 5 '0 7 4 4 1 4 2 . 5 m&i • 24 4 11 0 . .-.jv. 2 ,. 19 6 1 3 0 0 3 11 10 V 15 4 3 0 •••-•^ 2 , 0 9 7 2 119 62 44 umm. J Ifld' 15 1 3 2 17 1 1 10 10 20 1' ? ; 1 T: 4 ; 14 ta3 2 9 3 6 6 5 1 22 8 X6 .• 0 3 0 57 59 193 .<-2 " 58 3 8 13 20 23 44 13 4 2 100 13 1 1 305 8 1 r 2 1 3 6 17 7 2 2 14 0 1 66 8 0 f , '.sp.;-^i 0 0 2 ~ 2 4 8 0 2 d' mm'") 5 2 0 5 0 2 38 0 5 32 mm MMo: 0 0 hi. : p3XxX-:' 0 1 0 6 .A, ENTRY DEPARTMENT 2 7 41 0 2^ -.2,••...• - . 2 2 7 8 0 5 7 2 6 11 4 .• 4 . 10 • 9:^-:-:P'.: 11 9 3 3 '.. .ft:' 4""' •"5'" 4 2 0 3 1 13 40 ... ^ ^ -p9 0 0 1 0 34 1 35 108 140 0 0 17 0 0 1 21 29 • " ml 0 1 h hti 2 •."»? sit .... ^ 9 11 10 61 36 5 7 16 2 3 215 3 3 )WWm 11 3 6 0 31 •;p ImM 1 0 24 ••^.".••4?^ 5'"; 0 0 ^^•3j 11 53 81 ;v-', • m 0 • ""20'"" 32 3 0 -m--2 4 Q .kk'.::"4.,. 10 0 2 0 2 10 18 29 0 d 0 31 20 10 0 14 13 0 "4 10 0 11 52 0 2 0 16 0 0 3 0 0 45 0 116 266 mhrn ••• 1 2 3 0f 7 1 5.1 5 11 42 23 60 18 8 3 198 20 • 2 2 460 Ik if •i • U-'-' •• • STEWARD DEPARTMENT Totals All Departments 447 437 583 323 295 330 27 824 524 686 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. A total of 975 jobs were shipped on SlU-cpntracted deep sea vessels. Of the 975 jobs shipped, 323 jobs or about 33 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The re^ were filled hy and "C" seniority people. From March 1 to March 15, a total of 26 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trty rdief program began on April I, 1982, a total of 13,653 jobs have been shipped. 1900 I <r 0 . m -• �SV.' » i"' •" ——"-^ifrnn I liiitfMi, ®*?i«ssS35s5^:^^^ • •• ',••. •••• •:--y- ','r-r:-- \,-:. . '. •. •/• V-'-- 12 "V V";;': - /,-r^..-., • ^• SEUAHens lOG .r4v;4[riJ:^m-r^ CL—Company/Lakes L—Lakes UD Lakes » SMfum WBM* fl&wliwy :,-••• jr:''--" All Groups President Michael Sacco Secretary-Treasurer John Fay Executive Vice President . Joseph Sacco Vice President Collective Bargaining Angus "Red" Campbell Vice President West Coast ... „ 9®®nje McCartney Vice President Government Services _ Roy A. "Buck" Mercer Vice President Atlantic Coast vf • JackCaffey Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Byron Kelley Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Coigey » Port mmsMmt •--•• DEPARTMENT ^ Port AlgonackwS^ ' Port 4 » 0 5 0 ' 6 DEPARTMENT ...:•- . 0 v: 5 -; 2 •;28.: .:, 2' ] ';. ®^®^^ARD DEPARTMENT •JM" ^ ""UF'!:- •^/-•^ '-•••• iO Port ^onaci 0 3 0 ®^NTRY DEPARTMENT M 0 63 0 10 18 HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301)899-0675 FEBRUARY 16-MARCH IS, •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port ' •^/s' .. r"' Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac -pi ( St. Louis I lil^ey Point Totab Port New'foif^ ; Philadelphia i Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville - S^ Francisco i WUmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston V. 0. t1 0 49 0 0 All Departments -Re^s.e^ 0, L 73 0 3 1 0 3 0 0 4 61 0 0 45 ,• 0 ' ei m-x 0 ' 20 ""^' 18 , '"-yV •'--br::. 0 0 0 0 • .':i' • tiX V If d'-i,. ^ - 8 0 0 6 0 0 3 22 0 -o> 42 0 26 0 0 0 " 0 0 0 u . ,-tr> , Qt. n 0' f V 0 0 -- 0 0 0 0 0 14 4 0 . 2 0 2 , 0 ' 4 ENGINE DEPARTMENT - ^ St. Louis J;j*iney Point Totals Port New York K Philadelphia i Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksbli^ille ; San Fraiicisco Wilmingtmi Seattle Puerto Rico Houston. [iiiOAiimiii Algonad"" St. Louis i^jlney Point Totak All Groups Class A Class B Class C a, ® ^ ,0 0 4 0 0 0 0 2 1 6 0 0 1 HK3:-0 0 0 0 3 6 6.:::, 0 ,0 0 0 0 •• K 0 0 0 ? 0 0 0 ::r| j 6 0 0 4 82 35^" isms JQ '. 0 '. It' •'•'Vyt j' IK.' DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218) 722-4110 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi Street Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904)353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 Fi (201)435-9424 MOBttE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy Mobile, AL 36605 (205)478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. New ^dford, MA 02740 (508)997-5404 ! NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New gleans, LA 70130 (504)529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK ^115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804)622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 1914* (215) 336-3818 PBVEY POINT _ St. Mary's County Ptney Point, MD 20674 poi) 994-0O10 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415)861-3400 • 0 0 2 0 ' "2"" . ' % V JHL : i !b " 0 ' ., 0 0 .0 47 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 :>K 0 10 520 St. Clair River Dr Algonac, MI 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (301)327-4900 REGISTERED ON BEACH DECK DEPARTMENT 0 0 • 0 0 0 0 0 0 12 10 i >• : ' M. TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C l&t. ALGONAC lUS/ Fernandez Juncos St Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809)721-4033 «.V-,(,..,:Y^ATTLE , " 2505 First Ave""'' "'"''*' Seattle, WA 98121 (206) 441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave ^^K^ouis M0 63I,"6 (314)752-6500 WILMINGTON ^510 N. Broad Ave. . Wilmington, CA 90744' (213) 549-4000 m - • .v' f �' •' ' • : '. • • : AMtitm 13 r: - s,.. ^ - ->-4 USNS INVINCIBLE i\J .S. Marine Man­ agement Inc.), September 10 — Chair­ man Gary B. Scott, Secretary P. S. Pitcher. Chairman discussed OT con­ cerning watchstanders chow relief, se­ niority of personnel relating to watch bill and clarification of bosun as day worker. No beefs or disputed OT reported. En­ gine delegate advised round makers to keep careful watch on bilge level, help conserve water and to report electrical problems in living quarters. Announce­ ment of emergency shipping situation in Persian Gulf read to crew. Members ex­ pressed concern about watch bill placing two ABs on bridge during fire/collision drills leaving tire teams inadequate. USNS INVINCIBLE (VS. Marine Man­ agement Inc.), November 14 — Chair­ man Gary Scott, Secretary D. Rusk, Deck Delegate M, Johnson, Engine Del­ egate T. Dunn, Steward Delegate L. Skipper. Minutes from previous meet­ ing read. Crew elected new departmental delegates. Educational director said he would look into new mattresses and lack of towels and wash cloths. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Engine delegate noted items in weight room need to be secured and no smoking should take place in mess during meal hours. Stew­ ard delegate announced concern about unauthorized people being in galley and said cold cuts, cheese and dinner left­ overs will be available for night lunch. Crew reminded to keep ship clean. J .•a' ,. •Vr" ^ '• -^1; ' ' ALEXBONNYMANiMaevsk Line), December 16 — Chairman Richard Grissom, Secretary J. Mortenger, Edu­ cational Director ^njamin O. Conway, Steward Delegate Amor B. Myers. Chairman announced all business and anything from union will be posted. Edu­ cational director reminded members to upgrade at Lundebeig School. Treasiuer reported $6 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew expressed concern over lack of gas mask frlters aboard ship. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment for clarification on Martin Ludier King holiday and for a Maeisk contract Members noted a lack of mail, but ex­ pressed thanks for fresh Christmas tree. OMI SACRAMENTO (OMI Corp.), De­ cember 30 — Chairman Ray Gorju, Sec­ retary David Der, Educational Director Vincent Kirksey, E>eck Delegate Charles H. Foley, Engine Delegate Ron­ ald Gordon, Steward Delegate John Foster. Chairman announced vessel would be in Egjpt for nine days. He said agent would notify crew if there are any problems in members sightseeing or moving around freely while there. No beefs or disputed OT reported. No communications received. Crew asked for new movies to be sent to vessel. AMERICAN EAGLE(pacific Gulf Ma­ rine), January 27—-Chairman George L. Cruz, Secretary Douglas A. Thomas, ••.- • ^ The Seafarers LOG attempt to print as many digests of union shlptioard minutes as possitrie. On occasion, tiecause of space limitations, some wHi be omitted. Ships minutes are Kviewed by the union's contract department Those issues requiring attmtion or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt Of the ships minutes. AMERICAN EAGLE(Pacific Gulf Ma­ rine), September 30 — Chairman Billy Eastwood, Secretary F. W. Bishop, Edu­ cational Director E. Chappel. Chairman advised members to buy films for VCR while in port. Educational director urged members to attend Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew had ques­ tions for contracts department about war pay. Crew requested new range and chest-type freezer for galley, water foun­ tain for crew's mess and TV antenna for crew's lounge. Steward department given vote of thanks. Crew also appreci­ ated good air conditioning in Persian Gulf. ' •- •, ••-,-I.-:•• • Deck Delegate David Kolm, Engine Del­ egate Thomas V. McArdle, Steward Delegate F. Manandic. Chairman re­ ported receiving LOGs in Suez Canal. He requested verification of hazardous duty pay and explosive cargo. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew received notice of no reliefs. Crew submitted pro­ posals for increased dental and optical benefits to contracts department. CAPE CLEAR (OMI Corp.), January 13—Chairman Carlos H. Canales, Sec­ retary Michael A. Pooler, Deck Dele­ gate Edgar Townsend, Engine Delegate Mark Stewart. Chairman reported cap­ tain to buy TV for crew. $375 reported in ship's movie fund. Disputed OT for steward department concerning building boxes for deck department after chief mate okayed work. No other beefs or dis­ puted OT. Crewmembers reminded to clean up behind themselves. Members also reminded to have proper attire dur­ ing meals. Captain agreed to make re­ pairs on galley deck. Chairman reports laundry being fixed. CAPE CLEAR (OMI Corp.), January 27—Chairman Carlos H. Canales, Sec­ retary Michael A. Pooler, Deck Dele­ gate Edgar Townsend, Engine IDelegate • Mark Stewart. Captain bought new TV, 10 new movies. Ship's fund still at $375. Educational director cautioned crew about buying appliances in Germany— cannot use 220 volts in 110 outlet. No welding allowed aboard ship because of ammunition. No beefs, no disputed OT. Got December LOGs in Germany. Crew looking forward to hearing from union about reliefs. Galley deck has been re­ paired. CAPE COD (OMI Corp.), January 13— Chairman Ervin I. Bronstein, Secretary Henry Manning, Steward Delegate Samuel P. Sinclair. Chairman reminded crewmembers to pay more attention in picking up after themselves. Ship's fund reported to have $450, earmark^ for bar­ becue pit and movies. No beefs, no dis­ puted OT. No communications received. Steward department thanked for good hot food. More coffee cups, tea bags needed at night. CAPE FAREWELL mC), January 24—Chairman John A. Morales, Secre­ tary Gary E. Owens. Chairman directed steward department to work with com­ pany to provide more food for crew dur­ ing long voyages. No other beefs or disputed OT. CAPE MOHICAN (OMI Corp.), Janu­ ary 20—Chairman David N. Martz, Sec­ retary Manuel Faria, Deck Delegate Ronnie Makinski, Steward Delegate Luis Lopez. Crew discussed advent of random drug testing. Chairman asked crew to separate plastic and reviewed fire and boat drill procedures. No beefs, no disputed OT reported. Crew re­ quest^ company check on slow receipt of mail. Steward delegate requested more rice on menu. Members asked if radio operator could give more news on world events. Vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. CHARLES L. BROWN(TransOceaiuc Cable), January 31—Chairman Jereiniah J. Harmington, Secretary Delvtn Wilson, Deck Delegate Larry Lee, Engine Delegate Ken Strafton, Steward Delegate Donald Polzin. Chair­ man went through contract changes. Edu­ cational director reminded crewmembers of safety aboard vessel. Ship's fund has $130. including $75 from cleaning out scrap metal from warehouse. Still collect­ ing scrap copper and brass to be cashed in. Deck delegate said food has been ter­ rific. No OT disputes or beefs from any department. TV antenna and VCR need repairs. Next port: Honolulu. EQUALITY STATE (lOM), January 6—Chairman Wilfredo C. Rice, Secre­ tary Pat Brawley, Educational Director Steven Foster. Chairman reported no communication from company concern­ ing imminent danger wages. Engine dele­ gate reported OT dispute. No beefs, OT disputes from steward delegate. Crew raised strong concerns with food. Next port: Sunny Point, N.C. FALCON CHAMPION (Seahawk Man­ agement), January 27—Chairman T.S. Barnes, Secretary P. Cox, Education Di­ rector D.R. Ingram, Deck Delegate Scott J. Jones, Engine Delegate Mir chael Langenhach, Steward Delegate C. Willey. Beef reported in deck depart­ ment, possible disputed OT. Engine dele­ gate reported dispute resulting from delayed sailing. Steward delegate re­ ported no disputed OT, no other beefs. Article 2, Sections 2 and 3 and Article 2, Section 25 were read aloud to the crew and chairman explained how members should go through proper channels with beefs. Crew requested LOGs and corre­ spondence from headquarters. JULIUS HAMMER (Ocean Shipholding), January 10 — Chairman David Zurek, Secretary Donald Williams, Ediicational Director Dan Diehl. Chairman said crew is requesting checks at payoff. He reported ship needs new antenna, dryer and small fans for members' cab­ ins. Secretaiy noted good trip to Russia and back. He thanked Chief Cook George Sapp for job well done. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Changes in shipping rules received. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. INGER(Sealift Bulkers), January 20 — Chairman S. Jan Dora, Secretary A. M. Martinez. Chairman stated eveiything going smoothly. He reminded members safety precautions should be taken at ail times. He said vessel would be going through Panama Canal on its way to Lake Charles, La. No beefs or disputed OT reported. CPL. LOUIS J. HAUGE(Maersk Line), January 13 — Chairman Wayne Dean, Secretary Clancy Hennigan. Chairman advised crew patrolman would be boarding vessel when it docks in U.S. port. Secretary reported $41.53 left in ship's fund after $250 spent on new tapes. Educational director urged crew to upgrade at Piney Point and read Seafar­ ers LOG. No brofs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew waiting for determination on war pay. Crew asked for dumpsters in every port and slop chest be open more than once every seven days. Cabinets built for tapes. FRANCES HAMMER (Ocean Shipholing), January 20 — Chairman Rich­ ard Wilson, Secretary Eddy Usmany, Deck Delegate Royce Kauffman, En­ gine Delegate George Demetropoulos, Steward Delegate Toyo Gonzales. Chair­ man said captain would request port re­ lief for crew while in Jacksonville, Fla. He reminded crew of change in shipping rules allowing members to stay aboard longer. Secretary noted $100 in ship's fund. Educational director advised crew to make use of Lundeberg School and upgrade as soon as possible. No beefs or disputed OT report^. Crew reported it was proud to be serving country and union. Crew asked contracts department to look into war bonus and better life in­ surance. All members thanked galley gang for great job. •/'••riy.V.V.'" •. . • y'-/v • • '•. - t J PRIVA TE HARRY FISHER (Maersk Line), Januaiy 13 — Chairman Michael F. Hurley, Secretary Bernard Tyler, Educational Director K. Jones, Deck Delegate Robert A. Koppel, Engine Del­ egate I. Clemmons, Steward Delegate Billy Gigante. Chairman said there were no disputes or problems. He noted crew was glad to be heading home. Educa­ tional director encouraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer explained workings of ship's fund to crew. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked language tapes be purchased for ship. Next port: Bayonne, N.J. GALVESTON BA V(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), Januaiy 20 — Chairman David Manson, Secretary R. Hicks, Educa- tional Director H. Schlueter, Deck Dele­ gate Robert Shaw. Chairman announced ship would be paying off in Elizabeth, N.J. He reminded crew to take advantage of upgrading opportunities at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT re­ port^. Notice posted about tighter con­ trol at gate when overseas because of Persian Gulf War. Crew reminded to cany "Z" card when ashore. Deck depart­ ment thanked for keeping vessel very clean. Special thanks given to galley gang for good food and keeping every­ thing running smoothly. • •• If "ii 'a? ',V. Playing Tourist Bosun Ferdinand Gongora (left) and Steward Bill Collins spend the new year amid the ancient ruins In Athens, Greece—a well desenred break from their duties aboard the USNS SeaLand Pacific. LAWRENCEGIANELLA (Ocean Car­ riers), January 27 — Chairman Peter Hulsebosch, Secretary D. Cunningham, Educational Director Wayne Toole, Deck Delegate Don Gates, Engine E)eleg?ite Ernie Lacuza, Steward Delegate Vincent Ortiz. Chairman updated crew about pre-employment drug testing. He thank^ crew for good job of putting to­ gether and installing replenishment rigs. He informed crew about SAB action re­ garding reliefs. Educational director ad­ vised crew that video training about the procedures for new rigs is available. He noted safety manuals are in lounge. Trea­ surer aruiounced $127 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Deck del­ egate reminded crew to keep noise down and not slam doors. Crew asked con­ tracts department about war pay and lack of mail reaching vessel. Crew asked not to fill garbage bags completely so deck department will be able to handle them. Crew noted need for new washing ma­ chine. Steward reminded members to wash hands and change from clothes with paint on them before entering mess. Galley gang thanked for job well done. LNG GEMINKETC), January 27 — Chairman Aubrey L. Waters, Secretary William Christmas, Educational Direc­ tor W. Fey, Deck Delegate Amln Rsuab. Chairman stated contracts re­ ceived in last port of call. He thanked Continued on page 14 y-, w ,. -J. �••ill r A:v.•„•.• • • • • = -••>•.•:'>'•• rv *• v. ».,v\.;vi.^ Vr. •i^-'.s. "ivfirar'-'-'rvr"; L :- ' ' SLAFARCRS LOG It- ; V:~^- %sm. A:! ^htps Digeis^ Continued from page 13 crewmembers for not smoking during meal hours in mess hall. He asked crew to keep noise down and not to slam doors on 01 and 02 levels. He an­ nounced ETC vice president would be joining vessel in Singapore and new TV and VCR would be installed soon. Secretaiy thanked crew for keeping mess and lounges clean. He announced vessel would be going into yard in late April so all linens should be turned in before leav­ ing ship. Educational director suggested members upgrade at Lundeberg School. He also told members to be careful when ashore. Treasurer reported $375 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Union welfare and upgrading forms re­ quested. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next ports: Arun, Indone­ sia and Nagoya, Japan. •M';' MAERSK CONSTELLATION (Maersk Line), January 15 — Chairman Thomas Grosskurth, Secretary Patrick Brlggs, Educational Director C. Petersen, Deck Delegate Brad Shelly, Engine Delegate Shawn Harlburt, Stew­ ard Delegate Andre Zene. Chairman up­ dated crew on Persian Gulf situation. He said small ice machine too small for crew in hot climates. Secretary an­ nounced receipt of Seafarers LOG for November and December. He said very little mail has been received. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $200 in ship's fund. Crew reported dis­ puted OT for Martin Luther King holi­ day. Crew asked contracts department ' about restriction to ship pay. Question raised regarding extra pay when working cargo lashings in holds/deck. Steward had copies of standard freightship agree­ ment. Microwave oven received, but buffer had to be returned as it was wrong voltage. Crew gave big vote of thanks to galley gang for good food and excellent barbecues. Deck department thanked for nice job painting the pool. Crewmembers hope war ends soon so people can live at peace with each other. ..... NEDLLOYD HOLLAND (Sea-Land Service), January 13 — Chairman Louis W. Hachey, Secretary J. P. Speller, Ed­ ucational Director Charles F. Welsh, Deck Delegate Douglas Jones, Engine Delegate Nathan Adams, Steward Dele­ gate John Willis. Chairman spoke with captain about draws for new crew com­ ing aboard in Houston. He reported some rooms have refrigerators because they were installed by U.S. Lines and they will not be replaced when they break. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. Deck and steward delegates had no beefs or disputed OT. Crew asked to leave ashtrays alone for smokers. Bath­ room fans need repair. 12-4 and 4-8 ABs need separate phones. Steward department thanked for good food and job well done. •«> . \ S- s;= .'fes'--' - •;..-'y . l:;v 5i •fi I ••»•• ? Meeting On the Brooks Range Reviewing the most recent voyage on the Brooks Range are (seated, from ieft) Steward Deflate Joe Gonzalez, Chairman M.G. Gutierrez, Education Director Bob Hamil, (standing, from ieft) Deck Dei^ate Fred Collins and Engine Delegate Dave Goosby. NEDLLOYD HUDSON{Sea-hand Ser­ vice), January 27 — Chairman John Neff, Secretary R. G. Connolly; Educa­ tional Director Mike Overgaard, En­ gine Delegate Ali Mohsih, Steward Delegate M. Hussein. Chairman said crew is requesting more information about reliefs for permanent personnel, es­ pecially if member gets sick or injured. Secretary said crew discussed telex re­ ceived about change in shipping rules concerning reliefs. Engine delegate re­ ported disputed OT. E)eck and steward del­ egates reported no beefs or disputed OT. Bosun reminded crew to keep ship clean. Crew offered moment of silence over pass­ ing of fonner Secretary-Treasurer Joseph DiGiorgio. Crew thanked Chief Cook M. Hussein and GSU J.Santiago for good food and keeping things in order. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. OMI SACRAMENTO (OMl Corp.), Januaiy 20 — Chairman Ray Gorju, Secretary David W. Der, Educational Director Ronald Gordon, Deck Dele­ gate Charles Foley, Steward Delegate John Foster. Captain thanked crew for good trip. Chairman announced vessel would pay off January 25. He reminded crew to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked company for shortwave radio. All depart­ ments thanked for jobs well done. OVERSEAS MARIL Viltf (Maritime Overseas), January 20 — Chairman Paul Butterworth, Secretary C. Hazzard, Deck Delegate Peter Pinkerton, Engine Delegate Richard D. Holmes, Steward Delegate Charles Wilson. Chairman an­ nounced payoff set for Corpus Christi, Texas on January 27. He advised crew not to leave vessel without proper relief. He reminded crew to donate to SPAD and upgrade at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew asked contracts department for clarification on duties for DEU. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Members reminded to clean rooms before leaving. Galley gang thanked for job well done and wonderful holiday dinner and spread. OVERSEAS VIVIAN (Maritime Over­ seas), January 13 — Chairman Richard O'Brien, Secretary Hector Guilbes, Ed­ ucational Director D. Campos, Deck Delegate William Jackson, Engine Dele­ gate Kenneth Harder, Steward Dele­ gate M. Ortez. Educational director urged all members to attend Piney Point to upgrade their skills. No beefs or dis­ pute OT reported. Seafarers LOGs re­ ceived. Crew asked contracts department for clarification about which contract is being used during Persian Gulf crisis and to seek from the company a change in lo­ cation where reliefs join the vessel. PAUL BUCK (Ocean Shipholding), Jan­ uary 28 —- Chairman S. Drafts, Secre­ tary J. Casalino, Educational Director L. Lee, Deck Delegate Chris Fairfax, Engine Delegate Mel Grayson, Steward Delegate Adolphus Young. Chairmw reminded crew to separate trash, order paper bags and eliminate use of plastics. He updated members on use of washing machine in laundry room. Educational di­ rector told members to take advantage of upgrading opportunities at Lundeberg School. Treasurer announced $270 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Letter from Angus "Red" Camp­ bell posted on bulletin board concerning gulf crisis and change in shipping rules. Crew asked to show consideration of othr ers by holding noise down. Crew re­ ceived job-well-done commendation from captain of USS Detroit for consol operation. RALEIGH BA Y(Sea-Land Service), January 20 — Chairman Howard C. Knox, Secretary H. Johnson, Deck Del- * egate Robert Brakeman, Steward Dele­ gate Alfred L. DeSlmone. All delegates reported beefs. Crew thanked steward de­ partment for wonderful Christmas diiuier and keeping ship clean. SAM HOUSTON (Waterman), Januaiy 4 — Chairman L. R. Coiangeio, Secre­ tary C. Rotdts, Educational Director Russell W. Zeller. Chairman asked con­ tracts department for clarification if com­ pany payroll master can override call for replacement of member. Educational di­ rector advised bosun to give repair list to chief engineer rather than chief mate. Deck and engine delegates reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by steward delegate. Crew asked company to repair TV or replace stolen remote control. Crew advised to make sure pay is accurate before leaving pay­ off area. Crew will talk with patrolrnan about changes in shipping rules created by gulf situation. Next port: New Or­ leans. SEA-LAND ACHIEVER (Sea-Land Service), January 27 — Chairman John Bertolino, Secretary Robert Outlaw, Engine Delegate Jerry Dellinger. Chair­ man armounced payoff scheduled upon arrival February 3. He said TV antenna would be repaired and new 21-inch TV is ordered. Secretary said all was going well. He reminded those leaving vessel to strip linens and clean rooms. Engine delegate reported beef. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew asked for dryer to be re­ paired. Galley gang thanked for its fine work. SEA-LAND ATLANTIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 24 — Chairman W. C. Byrd, Secretary J. Darrow, Educational Director C. M. Devonish, Deck Dele­ gate Claude Dick, Engine Delegate Charles Grogan, Steward Delegate Sisto DeAnda. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck and steward delegates. Crew asked company to provide more variety of beef, fish and fresh fruit and more skim milk. Crew still waiting for in­ dividual room refrigerators. Vote of thanks given to steward department. Next port: Houston. SEA-LAND CHALLENGER (SeaLand Service), January 29 — Chairman S. J. Rallo, Secretary L. Perales, Engine Delegate Valentin Martinez, Steward Delegate Jessie Lee James. Chairman said crew is requesting another washing machine be installed as present one is constantly in use. He advised crew to be on watch for strangers coming aboard and keep doors locked in port. Educa­ tional director urged members to attend Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew thanked captain for replac­ ing VCR. Steward department thanked for cleaning up ship. Deck and engine de­ partments thai^ed for cleaning and paint­ ing their areas. Next ports: Elizabeth, N.J., Jacksonville, Fla. and San Juan. SEA-LAND EXPEDITION (Sea-Land Service), January 20 — Chairman Mar­ vin Zimbro, Secretary E. Vazquez, Edu­ cational Director David Dukehart. Chairman talked with crew about laws prohibiting plastics being dumped over­ board. He reminded crew to separate plastics from garbage. Secretary said ev­ erything was running smoothly. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to seek addi­ tional AB and steward assistant for ship during next negotiation. Vote of thanks given to galley gang for job well done. SEA-LAND FREEDOM (Sea-Land Service), January 27 — Chairman S. Call, Secretary M. Sami, Deck IDelegate J. S. McKnight, Engine Delegate Rich­ ard Surrick, Steward Delegate Paul Fiore. Treasurer armounced $75 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew reminded to strip beds be­ fore signing off vessel. Members asked for lounge TV to be repaired or replaced. They also asked for additional copies of freightship agreement. Next port: Seattle. SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE (SeaLand Service), January 20 — Chairman J. A. Lewis, Secretary Paul Calimer. Chairman armounced vessel would pay off January 22 in Tacoma, Wash. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Change in shipping rules notice posted. Bosun donated 50 movies purchased from captain to unli­ censed members' movie locker. Next port: Tacoma. SEA-LAND ILE DE FRANCE (SeaLand Service), January 13 — Chairman J. Hassan, Secretary E. Doffoh, Educa­ tional Director E. Bain, Deck Delegate M. Masek, Steward Delegate William Campbell. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Nejtt ports: Boston and Eliza­ beth, N.J. SEA-LAND MARINER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 27 — Chairman A. R. McCree, Secretary P. P. Lopez, Educational Director G. R. Speckman, Deck Delegate R. E. Charrion, Engine Delegate J. M. Graves, Steward Dele­ gate D. S. Skretta. Chairman armounced everything running fine. He will ask pa­ trolman about crew reliefs. He thanked crew for keeping vessel clean. He noted port time would be short as ship is be­ hind schedule. Secretary advised crew to see patrolman with questions concemirig upgrading at Lundeberg School. He asked members to keep reading material in lounge. Educational director urged crew to read Seafarers LOG for union matters and current events. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew warned to keep eye out for suspicious people aboard ship and in port. Next port: Ta­ coma, Wash. \ SEA-LAND PACIFIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 30 — Chairman M. Whitsitt, Secretary Frank Sison, Educa­ tional Director J. Martin, Deck Dele­ gate B. Trainer, Engine Delegate S. AInagbig, Steward Delegate R. Rombach. Treasurer noted $43 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT report^. Crew advised not to turn back rhooring lines while docking or undocking vessel. Members reminded to keep lounge clean and asked officers to stay out of crew's lounge. Electrician thanked for provid­ ing extra lighting in work areas. Galley gang thanked for good food and barbe­ cues. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SPIRIT OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), January 6 — Chairman S. W. Parr, Secretary P. Batayias, Deck Dele­ gate G. E. Warren. Chairman urged all members to read letter received from headquarters posted on bulletin board. He asked crew to stay aboard as long as possible because Of situation in Persian Gulf. He reminded members they should be properly relieved before signing off. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Bosun noted food on last trip was not sufficient in quantity and quality. Crew thanked steward de­ partment for job well done. Next port: New Orleans. • ULTRASEA (American Maritime), Jan­ uary 27 — Chairman C. Gutierrez, SeCretmy R. Kennedy, Educational Director H. Bergeron, En^ne Delegate P. Boyd Jr. Secretary reminded members to re­ turn ice cream bowls to galley. He asked members to turn in any excess linens. Treasurer announced $25 in ship's ftmd. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck ^d steward delegates. Letter from Maritime Administration regarding ter­ rorists read to crew and posted. Crew de­ bated need for protection aboard ship from chemical weapons. Members rec­ ommended watches be stood 24 hours a day and noise be kept down in passage­ way for those sleeping. Vote of thanks given to steward department. AMERICAN CORMORANT(Pacific Gulf Marine), February 10 — Chairman Charles Davis, Secretary M. Pond, Edu­ cational Director L. Parker, Deck Dele­ gate Donald Smith, Engine Delegate L. V. Hargeshiemer, Steward Delegate Dante Slack. Chairman told crew ship's fund has $80 outstanding because new movies were purchased. He praised stew­ ard department for job well done. Sec­ retary reported arrival of January Seafarers LOG. Educational director annoimced 140 movies aboard ship, but VCR needs repairs. No beefs or disputed OT reported. - . —' r- - J 'T'- . .f 1-' �• •• "V •^'^'. '-! APKU 1991 -:i' T he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 13 members this month. A total of 11 sailed in the deep sea division, while one each came from the inland and Great Lakes divisions. Two of the new pensioners were bom outside the United States. They are deep sea members Gerald J. Mc­ Carthy (Canada) and Stanislaw Kolasa (Poland). Two other retirees, Arthur Beck and William D. Morris, were class­ mates in the July 1974 recertified bosun training at Piney Point, Md. Brief biographical sketches of these and the other new pensioners follow. DEEP SEA ARTHUR BECK, 62, joined the Seafar­ ers in May 1951 in his native New York City. A veteran of the Army from 1946 to 1948, Pen­ sioner Beck assisted in several or­ ganizational drives between sailing in the deck department. He became a recertified bosun in September .1974 at the Lundeberg School. He lives in Keyes, Calif. JACK D. BROWN, 62, Joined the SIU in March 1945 in the port of Tampa, Fla. Bom in nearby Lake­ land, he served in the Marines from 1952 to 1954. Pensioner Brown shipped in the deck department, last sailing as an AB before retiring to Mobile, Ala. -EDMUND L. BURNETT, 63, joined the union in May 1960 in the port of Hous­ ton. The Hono­ lulu native sailed in the steward de­ partment. Pensioner Bumett now calls Galveston, Texas home. To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happi­ ness and health in the days ahead. JOHN B. CRANE JR., 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in August 1951 in the port of Savannah, Ga. He was bom in Georgia and served in the Navy from 1943 to 1945. Pensioner Crane shipped in the deck depart­ ment. He resides in Clermont, Ga. RALE DAVIS, 62, joined the SIU in July 1957 in the port of New Orleans. Pensioner Davis last sailed as a QMED before he retired to his na­ tive Pearl River, La. fied steward at the Lundeberg School in November 1980, Pen­ sioner Kolasa wrote: "1 am proud to be a member of this organization, SIU, which gavQ me the chance to become an educated person." He calls New York City home. PHILIP B.LIV­ INGSTON, 66, joined the SIU in September 1947 in the port of Norfolk, Va. The Massachusetts na­ tive shipped in the galley gang. Pensioner Livingston resides in Fre­ mont, Calif. GERALD J. MC­ CARTHY, 66, EDWARD JOHNSON, 59, joined the union in November 1961 in the port of Baltimore. Bom in Catonsville, Md., he served in the Air Force from 1950 to 1952. Pensioner Johnson graduated as a recertified steward from the Lundeberg School in December 1985. He lives in Balti­ more. joined the union in May 1947 in the port of New York. He was bom in New­ foundland, Can­ ada and sailed in the deck department. Pensioner Mc­ Carthy also is a member of District 2-MEBA. He has retired to South Ohio, Nova Scotia, Canada. STANISLAW KOLASA, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in May 1959 in the port of New York. A na­ tive of Brzostowa, Po­ land, he served in the U.S. Coast Guard from 1949 to 1951. Upon graduating as a recerti­ WILLIAM D. MORRIS, 65, joined the Seafarers in Febmary 1953 in his native New York. Known as "Rocky," he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1947. Pensioner Morris became a recertifred bosun at the Lundeberg School in July 1974. He continued his upgrading by at­ tending the LNG class at Piney Point in 1978. He calls Baltimore home. SPAD is your eyes and ears to government while you are at work. Keep it working for you. Donate today. Wedding Bells for SIUMember Venable BID member Robert W. Venable and Maria Isolina Car­ doso, who is from Sao Paulo, Brazil, recently tied the knot in Jacksonville, Fla. Originally from Boston, but now sailing out of the port of Jacksonville, Venable joined the SIU two years ago. He sails as an AB aboard Crowley TMT vessels. Elected legislators are confronted with issues concerning the maritime industry on almost a daily basis. Sea­ farers must make their voices heard on legislation that directly affects their Uvelihoods. The Seafarers Political Action Donation, or SPAD, is made up of the voluntary contributions from SIU mem­ bers. Through support of elected candidates, the SIU can work with legislators to promote the American merchant marine, protect the jobs of its members and pursue a better economic and social way of life for their famiUes. Such mainstays of the American merchant marine as the Jones Act and Cargo Preference are debated continuously in Congress. Federal agencies issue rules that regulate the maritime industry. SPAD monies are used solely to assist the agenda of Seafarers and their famiUes. FRANK J. SIRIGNANO, 69, joined the SIU in June 1972 in the |K)rt of New York. The Brooklyn native served in the Army from 1941 to 1945. He upgraded to assistant cook in March 1978 at the Lundeberg School. In between ship­ ping, Pensioner Sirignano worked in the Jacksonville, Fla. hall. His last voyage was on the Sea-Land Cru­ sader. He lives in Jacksonville. • • V' ^ INLAND JOSEPH W. BERRYMAN, 62, joined the union in November 1962 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He served in the Air Force from 1946 to 1949. Pensioner Berryman sailed as a cap­ tain on Interstate Oil Transport ves­ sels before he retired to his native Surry, Va. GREAT LAKES .1- • WALTER W. DURECKI, 60, joined the Seafarers in December 1960 in the port of Detroit. Bom in Rogers City, Mich., he served in the Army from 1954 to 1956. Pensioner Durecki spent many seasons sailing in the deck department aboard the Detroit Edison. He continues to re­ side in Rogers City. NOTICE Maritime Day Service To Be Held in Texas A Maritime Day service will be held on May 18 at 10:00 a.m. at the Sundial Me­ morial on L^eshore Drive in Port Arthur, Texas. All SIU members and retirees are in­ vited to attend. Additionally, the local port chaplains have asked that names of individuals who have died at sea be forwarded to Fa­ ther Sinclair Oubre, so men­ tion can be made of these seamen diuing the service. Father Sinclair Oubre can be reached by telephone at (409) 866-5088 or in writing at 6825 Gladys Street; Beau­ mont, Texas 77706. PERSONALS WALLY LAU Mail from Jack and me has been retumed several times. Where are you? Please contact J & J Sartup at 675 Summerfield Road, Apt. #15, Santa Rosa, California 95405. TELESFORO VASQUEZ Please contact the Seafarers LOG at (301) 899-0675 to ob­ tain a message regarding your father's estate. 'f • • �mi? s^jOttmuiG ^1.4;i.-' • is"'' ii; . • . •/. Deep Sea SANTOS G. ALEGAR Pensioner Santos G. Alegar, 71, passed away Feb­ ruary 5. Bom in the Philip­ pines, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1956 in the port of San Francisco. He retired from the MCS in 1978, the same year the union merged with the AGLIWD. f". . ••'i-i DANIEL M.ALVINO Pensioner Daniel M. Alvino, 81, died Feb­ ruary 24. The Jer­ sey City, N.J. na­ tive joined the Seafarers in Jan­ uary 1947 in the port of New York. The deck department member was very active in union efforts. Brother Alvino started collecting his pension in February 1971. JOE C. ARNOLD Pensioner Joe C. Ar­ nold, 76, passed away Feb­ ruary 25. He was bom in North Carolina and served in the Navy from 1942 to 1944. Brother Amold joined the SIU in August 1947 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He began draw­ ing his pension in September 1983. g ;t-:' 'lik'fi • ' • • I-:;.'. )?V * •• fcV;"'' •fe''h ,• • -J •' ••iii . if ••"••'' >!> GEORGE BARNES Pensioner George Bames, 73, died Febraary 12. After serving in the Marines from 1944 to 1946, he joined the union in his native Philadelphia in April 1957. Brother Bames last sailed in the deck department in August 1986. FERDINAND BERNARD Pensioner Ferdi­ nand Berrnard, 72, passed away Febmary 12. A veteran of the Anny ftwm 1942 to 1946, Brother Bemaid joined the Sea­ farers in Febmary 1948 in his native New Orleans. He sailed in the steward department be­ fore retiring in July 1983. He was buried in New Orleans* Lake Lawn Park Cemetery. ARVEL M. BINION Pensioner Arvel M. Binion, 65, died Febmary 19. Bom in Crowley, La., he served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. After joining the SIU 1 in June 1951 in Wilmington, Calif., he shipped in the engine department aboard Waterman vessels. He started collecting his pensioii in January 1984. WILLIARDBLUMEN Pensioner Williard Blumen, 73, passed away March 13. He joined the union in May 1951 in his na­ tive New York. The deck de­ partment veteran began collecting his pension in July 1969. JOSE BORGES Pensioner Jose Borges, 71, died January 22. He joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1957. The galley gang veteran retired in April 1974, four years before the MCS merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Borges is survived by his wife, Natividad. JERRY BROWN Pensioner Jerry Brown, 89, passed away £)eceniber 24, 1990 at his home in Oakland, Calif. A native of Louisiana, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1946 and started collecting his pension in July 1969. Brother Brown was bur­ ied in St. Joseph Cemetery in San Pablo, Calif. JACKSON R. CAVANAUGH Jackson R. Cavanaugh, 57, died Febmary 24. Bom in Los Angeles, he served in the Navy from 1951 to 1960. Brother Cavanaugh joined the Seafar­ ers in October 1970 in the port of New Orleans. He upgraded his deck department rating at the Lundeberg School in 1973 and 1975. He was an active member at the time of his death. PABLOP.DOLENDO Pensioner Pablo P. Dolendo, 71, suf­ fered a fatal heart attack Febmary 18. The black gang member was bom in the Philippines. He joined the union in Febmary 1953 in the port of New York. Brother Dolendo started collecting his pension in January 1975. ALFRED FARIAS Pensioner Alfred Farias, 80, died of a heart attack Au­ gust 8, 1990. A native of Hawaii, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1940. Brother Farias began drawing his pension in December 1972. He was buried at Holy Sepul­ chre Cemetery in Hayward, Calif. His wife, Julia, survives him. LEO DEKENS Pensioner Leo Dekens, 65, passed away January 26. The Riverside, Calif, native served in the Navy from 1942 to 1945. He joined the SIU in No­ vember 1962 in the port of Wil­ mington, Calif. Brother Dekens' first ship as a steward department member was the Northwestem Victory. He re­ tired in April 1986. EDWARD R. LAFOUGE Pensioner jjjH Edward R. "Frenchy"La­ Fouge, 72, passed away re1 centlyin Califomia. Bom in Seattle, he was a member of the Marine Cooks and Stewards and came aboard the AGLIWD in 1978 when MCS merged. Brother LaFouge was held as a prisoner of war in the Philippines for three-and-a-half years during World War 11. He started col­ lecting his pension in 1979. He was biuied at Holy Cross Cem­ etery in San Pedro, Calif. He is survived by three children and four grandchildren. LEONLOCKEY Pensioner Leon Lockey, 70, was the victim of a house fire Febmary 20. The native of Fayetteville, N.C. served in the Army from 1942 to 1949. He joined the Seafar­ ers in June 1956 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Lockey up­ graded his engine department rating at the Lundeberg School in 1974. He began drawing his pension in September 1985. ROBERTA. LORD Robert A. Lord, 63, died March 2. After serving in the Army from 1944 to 1947, he joined the SIU in April 1968 in his native New York. Brother Lord upgraded his deck department rating at the Lundeberg School in 1974. JAMES B. LUNA Pensioner James B. Lima, 83, passed away April 3, 1990. ThePhiltpprnes native served in the Army be­ fore joining the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1945. He re­ tired in 1970 after sailing , aboard the Oregon Mail. Brother Luna's remains were scattered at sea. He is survived by a daughter, Susan Hughes, and a grandson, Rormie Hughes. ANTHONY J. MELANSON Pensioner Anthony J. Meianson, 75, died Feb­ mary 22. He was bom in New­ foundland, Canada and served in the U.S. Army from 1943 to 1945. Brother Melanson joined the SIU in October 1947 in the port of New York. The engine department veteran also was a member of District 2-MEBA. He started drawing his pension in March 1981. ULDARICO MERJUDIO Pensioner Uldarico Merjudio, 106, passed away Feb­ mary 22. The Phil­ ippines native was believed to have been the oldest living member at the time of his death. After serving in the Navy from 1919 to 1924, he joined the Seafar­ ers in December 1944 in the port of New York. Brother Meijudio sailed in the steward department before he retired in September 1969. He remained active in his retirement, attend­ ing a pensioners conference in 1970 and the union's 50th anni­ versary celebration in 1988, both at Piney Point, Md. He was buried in St. Peter's Ceme­ tery in West Brighton, N.Y. He is survived by his wife, Therese Golez. JOSEPH P. NEVERS Pensioner Joseph P. Nevers, 67, died Febmary 19. Bom in Pittsburgh, he joined the union in March l944 in the port of Philadelphia. Brother Nevers shipped in the deck depart­ ment. He started drawing his pension in March 1981. EVANGELOS P. NONIS Pensioner Evangelos P. Nonis, 76, passed away recently. He was bom in Greece and joined the Seafarers in October 1961 in the port of New York. The black gang member began col­ lecting his pension in June 1979. EDMUND PACHECO Pensioner ^dmund Pacheco, 60, suf­ fered a fatid heart attack Febmary 25. He joined the SIU in March 1949 in his native New York. The engine department member up­ graded his rating at the Lundeberg School in March 1975. Brother Pacheco retired in August 1986. FELIMON PENIARANDA Pensioner Felimon Peniaranda, 78, died Febmary 18 in a Seat­ tle hospital. Bom in the Philip­ pines, he joined the Marine .Cooks and Stewards in 1951. He started collecting his pen­ sion in 1972, six years before MCS merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Peniaranda is survived by his wife, Vilma. ALEJANDRO R. PEREZ Pensioner Alejandro R. Perez, 80, passed away December 9, 1990. The Corozol, P.R. native joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1954. Brother Perez began drawing his pen­ sion in Febmary 1971. JOHND.PSATHAS Pensioner John D. Psathas, 86, died recently. He was bom in Greece and joined the Seafarers in Novem­ ber 1957 in the port of New York. Brother Psathas sailed in the deck department. He retired in November 1969. BRYON RICKETTS Pensioner Bryon Ricketts, 91, passed away March 1. The na­ tive of Jamaica was a charter member of the SIU, having signed on in January 1939 in the port of Boston. The galley gang member's first vessel was the City of Chattanooga. Brother Ricketts started draw­ ing his pension in April 1964. .y- r- FRANCISCO SOLIS Pensioner Francisco Solis, 73, died Febmary 27. Bom in Puerto Rico, he joined the union in May 1945 in the port of New York. Brother Solis shipped in the steward depart­ ment until he retired in June 1978. ALFRED T.VAUGHN Alfred T. Vaughn, 61, passed away March 12. A na­ tive of Franklin County, Va., he graduated from the Andrew Fumseth Training School in Baltimore in May 1960. He upgraded his engine department rating at the Lundeberg School in 1976, 1977 and 1981. Brother Vaughn was shipping from the port of Jacksonville, Fla. when he died. '"'•"kSi'k',? GERALD C. WESTPHAL Pensioner Gerald C. Westphal, 70, was the victim of a fatal heart attack March 1. After en­ listing in the Coast Guard dur­ ing World War 11, he joined the SIU in 1949. Brother Westphal served the Seafarers as a patrol­ man and port agent across the Gr^at Lakes in Chicago, Mil­ waukee and Detroit. He retired in 1967. He was buried in Milwaukee's Veterans Ceme­ tery. He is survived by his wife, Florence; a son, SIU bosun Gerald M.; a daughter, Delores Penkwitz; and four grandchildren. ROBERT WILLIAMS Pensioner Robert Williams, 72, died November 28,1990. The Continued on page 17 •.".'fi' �APRIL 1991 Final Departures captain before retiring in Octo­ ber 1985. Continued from page 16 JONATHAN SIMAR Jonathan Simar, 73, died Janu­ ary 23. A native of Iota, La., he joined the Seafarers in Septem­ ber 1964 in the port of Port Ar­ thur, Texas. Boatman Simar shipped as an engineer before he began collecting his p>ension in June 1981. Washington native joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in March 1959 in the port of Seat­ tle. Brother Williams started collecting his pension in Febru­ ary 1981. ..'"'•I-' j,. •-f • y •• • ^ 'I'V "••''• ;11.-"-,. 77 Inland Great Lakes LEWIS G. GIBBS THOMAS NOBLE Pensioner Lewis G. Gibbs, 69, suc­ cumbed to cancer March 8 at his home in Townsend, Va. Bom in Capeville, Va., he served in the Navy from 1940 to 1956. Boat­ man Gibbs joined the union in December 1972 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He sailed as an engineer until his retirement in March 1984. He was buried in the Capeville Masonic Cemeteiy. Pensioner Thomas Noble, 92, suf­ fered a fatal heart attack January 25. Bom in Wisconsin, he joined the SIU in Febmaiy 1960 in the port of New York. Brother Noble shipped as a fireman be­ fore he retired in April 1966. He was buried in the Green Hill Cemeteiy in Saratoga, Wis. GEORGE M. GLOER Pensioner George M. Gloer, 82, passed away Feb­ ruary 21. A native of Luckey, La., he joined the Sea­ farers in August 1963 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. Boatman Gloer shipped as an enginwr for Sabine Towing. He started drawing his pension in September 1973. THOMAS H. MARONSKI Pensioner Thomas H. Maronski, 65, died January 4. He joined the SIU in June 1961 in his native Philadel­ phia. Boatman Maronski sailed in the engine department for Curtis Bay Towing. He began collecting his pension in Au­ gust 1987. EARL E. MOORE Earl E. Moore, 52, passed away January 27. He was bom in Call Junction, Texas and served in the Navy from 1956 to 1959. Boatman Moore joined the union in Febmary 1965 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. He sailed as a tugboat ROBERT VAN DINTER Robert Van Dinter, 55, passed away Feb­ mary 18. The Appleton. Wis. na­ tive served in the Navy from 1952 to 1955. He joined the Seafarers in July 1964 in the port of Detroit. Brother Van Dinter an active member of the engine department at the time ofhisdeath. Atlahttc Fishermen CUSTODIO CECILIO Pensioner Custodio Cecilio, 79, suc­ cumbed to cancer Novem­ ber 29, 1990. The Gloucester, Mass. native was one of the first members of the Atlantic Fishermen's Union. Brother Cecilio sailed as a fishing boat captain until he retired in April 1976, prior to the union's merger with the AGLIWD. He was buried in Gloucester's Calvary Ceme­ tery. His wife, Mary, survives him. Seafarers Welfare Plan Notice COBRA: Continuation Health Coverage Seafarers or their dependents who have lost eligibility for health tare coverage under the mles and regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, may be eligible to purchase, at a premium, welfare coverage directly from the plan. Seafarers who have lost their eligibility for plan coverage must notify the plan office inunediately to find out whether or not they or their dependents may elect to continue benefits under this program. To obtain more information about this program. Seafarers may call tte membership services office at: 1-800-CLAIMS4 (1-800-252-4674) or may write to: COBRA Program ^ Seafarers Welfare Plan / 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every year, which is to be sub­ mitted to the membership by the Secretary-Trea­ surer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, makes exam­ ination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. AU trust fiinds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management represen­ tatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon ' approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust ftind financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board bycertified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, they should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG.The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained firom.publishing any article serving the political pur­ poses of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It dso has refrained from publishing arti­ cles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaf­ firmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibil­ ity for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to cany out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any memberpay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLI­ GATIONS. Copies of theSIU constitution are avail­ able in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize them­ selves with its contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied theequal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DO­ NATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation aqd furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employ­ ment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contribu­ tions are voluntary. Nocontribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the Union orof employ­ ment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any timea member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquar­ ters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. NOTICE All Seafarers are advised to keep voting in mind when they plan to be away from home whether for work or pleasure. Members of the U.S. armed forces or merchant marine and their spouses and dependents temporarily residing outside the United States and other overseas citizens voting under the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act may apply for an absentee ballot by mailing a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) to the county absentee voting clerk. The completed FPCA must be submitted from outside the county and received by the county absentee voting clerk not later than seven days brfore the election. Ballots are mailed approx­ imately 45 days before the election and voted ballots must be received by the close of polls on election day. Questions which cannot be answered locally may be referred to the Director, Federal Voting Assistance Program, De­ partment of Defense, Pentagon. Wash­ ington, D.C. 20301-1155, or call (202) 695-0663. Gov't Services Members Benefit from Computer The USNS Pecos, a Military Sealift Command (MSG) fleet oiler crewed by members of the SlU's Gov't Services Division, is the first MSG ship to be outfitted with fiber optic cables to run its shipboard computer system. Showing Pecos captain Mark LaRochelle how to work the system, which will improve shipboard communications, are MSG employees Tom Grabow (seated) and Tony DeVenuta. V "-I-- �9^. ' .m ;!• ',. 'Vk- 18 i•^^>.--:^•v^.' • 'M. Trainee Lifeboat Class 468-—Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat class 468 are (front row, left to right) Ben Cusic (instructor), Charles A. Venders, Ray Mack, Michael Ribeiro, Pete Murtagh, Andre Skevnick, Misty J. Shaw, Roger Shivers, (second row) Willis E. Gaboon, Edward E. Louis, Andrea L. Simmons, Kimberly M. Casto, Erik R. Larka, Bryan Blackwell, Steve Hoffman, Anthony DeCicco, Thomas Humphreys, Danette M. Funk, Norman A. Jackson, Ron Brown and Ryan Nowacki. SCAfAKiRS LOG Trainee Lifeboat Class 469—^The graduates of trainee lifeboat class 469 are (front row, left to right) Keeper Brown, Steve Derham, Dean Layer, Charles Collier Jr., Antony Bach, Rodney Baptiste, Richard A. Guitar, Robert Ditch Jr., Robert M. Penn, (second row) Clinton Bows, Tim Dumsha, Eric McKinney, John Mannino, Rodney Jimenez, Darryl Coale, Robert L. Rice Jr., Robert M. Ely, Scott M. Langlois, Kelly J. McDonald, Jasper Brown, (third row) Tommy Gainey, Barrett Duncan, Eric Jeffers, Adam Clifton, Otis J. Hawks II, Robert Grove, Russell R. Benjamin, Fred M. Stover III and Joseph H. Buczynski. K-l !C . •; ;• 1^'. ;• fe.l Refrigeration Systems and Operations—instructor Eric Malzkuhn led these eight members in classroom and practical shop training of mechanical refrigeration and repair techniques. With Malzkuhn, far right, are (front row, left to right) Eugene Thompson, RickGrosso, (second row) Robert Zientak, David Tillman, Rick Harris, Jim Musker, Isadora Campbell and Charlie Betz. Welding—Completing the four-week welding course are (front row, left to right) Butch Vane, Curtis Jackson, John Smith, (second row) Bill Foley (instructor), Brett Gary Lammers, Mike Las Dulce and Billy D. West. ; 1., v;v„. F.--^ ^•h tif-; ff •• if rnrn",.' I f : fi- Celestial Navigation—Six members successfully completed the celestial navigation course. J. They The are (front row, left to right) Brian Carolan, Jean-Pierre Visier, Heley O. Mareno, (second row) Mark Guinn, James L. Wood II, Jim Brown (instructor) and George Walker. Upgraders Lifeboat Class 469—Learning lifeboat skills and water sur­ vival techniques leads to lifeboatman certification at the Lundeberg School. Under the instruction of Jim Moore (right), the following members completed the course of study: (from left to right) Bobby Williams, Jr., German Valerie, Nelson Griffin, Lionel Leroy Noble and Pedro Aponte. i ii • i- '1 m ClTv ft- • - - l '" V •" f; WI-'- Upgraders Lifeboat Class—Completing the March 13 lifeboat class are (front row, left to right) Jake Karaczynski (instructor), Clinton Sherrod (MSG), Augustus C. Udan, Robert Hathcock (MSG), Charles Conine, Michael Congress, Ralph Carlton (MSG), Karl Scott, Joey Mateo, Otis Marshall, Thomas Wilhelm (MSG), (second row) Rafael Rosado, Dwayne A. Saunders (MSG), Frank Messick, Wesley Fry, Norman Tourtellot, Frank Hedge, Steve Nelson, Robert Seaman, John Bulawan, Robert St. Robert (MSG), (third row) Mark Gowan, Andrew Wessner, Jon Deenik,Roberto Bonilla, Vincent Moore (MSG), Daniel Blue (MSG), Frank Templeton and Charles Franks. Able Seaman Class—^The Lundeberg School graduated 25 members as able bodied seamen on February 27. Sitting in front is Jeff Frank. In the front row (left to right) are Mark Stabler, Charles Werner, Lindy Beth Wilkin, Erik Bekkelund, Carlos Goncalves, Greg Jenkins, All Lugman, Fr. Beasley, (second row) Dennis Thomp­ son, Matthew Holley, Walt Ritvalsky, Kevin Struzik, Nicholas Carey, Glenn Tate Steven Williams, Steve Nelson, Jake Cairaczynski (instructor), (third row) Keviri Baldado, George Bishop, Joe Cullison, Stephen Votta, Tim Thompson, Chuck Larson, Shawn Orr, David Endom and Phil Maguire (instructor). i... ' •" y �••: ^>'.:v ;' APRIL m l';-^''-v • T-r- -Vf:: -'l'^ •• V J" -*'i5tj54' vir-f- <» 3^ -j^tj r ^ "Pgr ' ^ » K™. , 1- ^ ^s., 'W^ ,•.-. .;,,,.v^, .' :••, -7." 'MWU-r •'i' . \./7r3£ ^KTr.-J^'.' ui fS-' '-i_^ ^ H ^ 1991 UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDUEE Ji —;==• -dL -. - •• -- - « --'J- Oil Spill Course Hie following is the current course schedule for May-September 1991 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. All programs are geared to improve job skills of SIU members and to promote the American maritime industry. The course schedule may chanjge to reflect the membership's and industry's needs as well as the national emergency mobilization in the Persian Gulf. •. fp* WT- ^ ." Cbeck-In Comj^kiiOn Date Date m May 13 May 17 June 24 June 28 August s . . August 9', M' " S^ September30 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Z Course Oil Spill Prevention & Contkinment (1 week) .m «s Steword Ui^dii^ Courses Coiil^ '• :. . : •,.; ;X'1| ,•I u: • • PI# Sthedule for 1991 SHiSijCMm FULL S-week Swslbns June 3 August 12 Cbeck-In Date June 3 September 30 Course Stevmrd Decertification Bosun Recertificafion (Last) (First) Completion Date July 8 November 4 Date of Birth. (Middle) Address- Mo./I?ay/Year (Street) (City) (State) Telephoned (Zip Code) J_ (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. • Yes • No If yes, which program: fromJ ABEflESL Lifebwit l^paration Course #>fa Check-In Date July 29 July 29 July 29 September 29 June 17 Conqdmion Date September 13 September 13 September 13 October 18 July 12 With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. RATING DATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE • Yes GNo to Last grade of school completed. (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? • Yes • No —: Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations coufses? • Yes • No If yes, how many weeks have you completed? Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement? • Yes • No Firefighting: • Yes • No CPR: • Yes • No Primary language spoken • ^# # •: Course High Scbofd Equivalency (GED) Adult Basic Education (ABE) English as a Seqand Language (ESL) I am interested in the following course(s) checked below or indicated here if not listed Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? Date available for training Check-In Completion Date Date May 13 August 2 ; September 30 December 20 # Fireman/Watertender and Oiler June 10 July 19 September 2 1 October 11 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class. \ Pumproom Maintenance & Operations September 30 NovembersMarine Electrical Maintenance Augusts September 27 Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operations May 27 Julys August 19 September 27 Marine Electronics Technician May 27 August 16 September 30 December 20 Electro-Hydraulics June 10 July 19 Basic Electronics April IS May 10 Hydrauiics j June 10 July S July 22 August 16 Refrigerated Containers Maintenance Julys August 2 Welding September 30 October 2S All students in the Engine Department will have a two-Week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. • DATE. Home Port. Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held •; T.-| : •. ill #Course " •' TJMED-Any Rating SIGNATURE. DepartmenL Seniority If yes, (ibursels) taken engine Upgratling Courses Book #_ Social Security #_ U.S. Citizen: y:: 1991 Adult edurotion Sdieduie UP6RAIUMG APPUaWN Name- Check-in Completion Course Date Ibite Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker, AU open-ended (contad admissions#! Chief Cook, Chief Steward office fpr starting dates) Upon completion, all students will take a Sealift Familiarization class. ' # July 26 October 4 totorHfirallon Progfams — ^^ ^ ———' -V . •f- Ufinding Check-Ui Couij^tiWi -i. Date Date Abie Seanian May 13 June 21 Julys August 16 September 2 October 11 An students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Seallft Operations and Maintenance course. Lifeboatman May 13 May 24 May 27 June 7 Jane 10 June 21 June 24 Julys • • . "'J..'' / ' : July 8 July 19 July 22 August 2 August 5 August 16 AugVESt 19 August 30 September 2 September 13 September 16 September 27 September 30 October 11 Ship Bundling May 27 June 7 June 24 Julys August 19 August 30 • -'f-y-yy' • • r'. ^ ; September 30 October 11 Radar Observer Unlimited May 20 May 24 Julys July 12 September 2 September 6 Inland Deck Lhsettses June 10 August 16 September 30 December 6 Celestial Nav^tkm July 15 August 2 Third Mate September 2 December 13 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must be taken, Tankerman May 27 June 21 August 19 September 13 w'- . DECK • AB/Sealift • 1st Class Pilot • Third Mate • Radar Observer Unlimited • Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland Q Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course ENGINE • FOWT . • QMED—Any Ratiiig • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) • Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation Q Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems Q Automation • Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility • Cook and Baker • Chief Cook • Chief Steward • Towboat Inland Cook ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding Q Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) • High School Equivalency Program (GEO) • Developmental Studies (DVS) • English as a Second Language (ESL) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation COLLEGE PROGRAM • Associates in Arts Degree • Certificate Programs p». No tramportatioa win Iw paid aidcis yoo presoil oripaal reccipta awl sacccafally complete the cminc. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center. Piney Point. MD. 20674 4/91 �-i' SAB returns shipping ruies to pre-warstatus ,• i m. April 1991 53, m--' .m Lundeherg School Trains Upgraders for Disasters at Sea fclf;::-.: Advanced Firefighting Teaches to Plan for the Unexpected If evCT thrae is a time that tiie Biodieitiood of tlie Sea truly is needed, itisi^ienashipdiousands of miles finom homecaldies on fire and the (Mily people able to answer the call are sltipmates. At that moment ctewmembers do not have the luxury of calling a fire department They only have time to squarely meet the situation and utilize the training each has received for just such a situation. That is why intensity and danger of a fire achtally are simulated for upgraders taking the Advanced Firefighting course at the Seafarers Harry Lundeherg School of Sea­ manship taught by Byron Cummings and John Smith, both qitaltfied to teach the course and both former firefighters. Frqiaring fmr Dfaaster The class lasts one week. The first foitr days involve classroom lectrrres and studies to prepare the upgraders for a mock disaster aboard a ^p and a 100-qu^tion final exartL "We want to cover everything possible in this class," Cumiinings said. "They already have taken tte basic [firefighting] course and should have a working knowledge of the equipment on a ship. This course teaches the students to plan ahead on how to tackle a disaster tfatU could h^pen at sea. "Witii the planning and thinking taking place when crewmembers are under no pressure, then people can react when a fire or explosion occurs rather than ask wh^ to do next," Cummings continued. In the classroom sessions, up­ graders actually design a blueprint of a vessel for firefighting. Cum­ mings explained this is ne^ed so members can identity the many ways a fire could spread, members could escape to safety and fire­ fighters could attack flames. The upgraders devise a station bill to be used later in the mock fire. Search-and-Rescue Tactics The upgraders then leam train­ ing proc^ures for firefighting and search-and-rescue aboard a ship. "During the course, the students lise every kind of hose and a variety of search procedures when they have drills," Cummings noted. *This shows upgraders many ways of holding drills to provide crewmembers with different op­ tions for attack." Training next covers how to fight a fire at sea and in port. "\i^en you are at sea, you can't coimt on someone coming to your aid, so everyone should know his place," the instructor said. "In port, you can count on shore-based fire­ fighters. But crewmembers still serve as the eyes [on a ship] be­ cause they have the knowledge of the ship and where a fire could spread." Before the mock drill, up­ graders receive training on the var­ ious types of fires as well as how explosions could happen on ves­ sels. They leam what can happen when chemicals mix, how to keep vessels afloat when water is used to extinguish a blaze and what de­ termines when a search-and-rescue or body recovery operation should take place. Finally the upgraders get to test what they have learned aboard the Help Locate This Missing Chiid The National Center for Miss­ ing and Exploited Children is seeking the help of Seafarers in locating yoimg Delta Jane Bartlett. The young girl was abducted by Charles Paul Elliott on Decem­ ber 5, 1989 from Rockmart, Ga., ij^ •11 _Page4 •ii- 4 -;, I.,'.' and a felony warrant for kidnap­ ping has been issued. At the time Delta was taken, she was 5 ft. 2 in. tall, weighed 113 pounds and had blonde hair and blue eyes. She will be 16 years old on Jime 10. She wears glasses or contact lenses and was last seen wearing a black shirt and blue jeans. Charles Paul Elliott is a white male, 35 years old, 5 ft. 11 in. tall, with brown hair and brown eyes. He weighs 240 pounds and has tattoos on his arms. Anyone having information should contact The National Cen­ ter for Missing and Exploited Children at 1-800-843-5678 or the Rockmart (Ga.) Police De­ partment at 1-404-^4-6558. Instructor Byron Cummings (on right with clipboard) reviews a mock disaster scenario with the upgraders who just have completed the mock disaster. Bull Shepard, a permanently docked training ship named after a former union official at the Lundeherg School. Cummings takes one of the station bills de­ signed by an upgrader and pro­ vides a disaster scenario. Then he tums it over to the students and monitors their decisions by roam­ ing the ship or listening on a radio. The Final Test Once the drill begins, crewmembers are fitted with masks obscured with tape. This gives them limited vision, similar to what they would encoimter in a very smoky fire. Cummings may grab an upgrader and tell him to stay put as he has become "trapped" by the mock flames. His shipmates then have to discover the disappearance and determine if or how to rescue the member. When the drill is over, as deter­ mined by Cummings, the students muster on the deck to discuss what went right and wrong. The process is repeated using other scenarios set up by different station bills. Then the students prepare for the final day exam covering both the basic and advanced firefighting courses. if Upgraders wearing visibility-limiting masks make their way through a mock fire while instructor Cummings checks on their progress. "Victim" James Paul Miller watches a fellow upgrader search for him during a mock fire. 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Title A name given to the resource April 1991 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES MILITARY LEADERS ADVISE CONGRESS OF NATION’S SEALIFT REQUIREMENTS SIU BENEFITS CONFERENCES SET TO BEGIN MAY 13 DEFENSE DEP’T ANNOUNCES WAR BONUS FOR SEAMEN U.S. SHIPS START SUPPLY LINE HOME U.S. -FLAG SHIP INTERESTS SEEK ALASKA OIL DEVELOPMENT RELIEF POSITIONS, TIME LIMITS RETURNED TO SHIPPING RULES TRANSCOM DEPUTY CHIEF BUTCHER RETIRES AFTER 42 YEARS IN NAVY D1 MEBA/NMU PLAN WOULD GIVE CONTROL TO FOOD WORKERS SIU, NATCO INK THREE-YEAR PACT TANK VESSEL FLEET BESET BY CONTRADICTORY LAWS FRANCES HAMMER SIU CREW RACKS UP ACCOLADES CAPE COD CREW GLAD TO LEAVE GULF AFTER MISSILE ALERT ORGULF SIU MEMBERS APPROVE NEW 3-YEAR CONTRACT EXTENSION GREAT LAKES DIVISION MEMBERS READY FOR BUSY 1991 SEASON PINEY POINT VACATION SPOT OPENS FOR SEAFARERS ADVANCED FIREFIGHTING TEACHES TO PLAN FOR THE UNEXPECTED Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 04/01/1991 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 53, No. 4 1991 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/ac7fd8cdbf9ae75f9aeefd3d8ca8cdce.PDF 1b766a24ce4295552d8f62d92bfd010a PDF Text Text v-v:-53ij' V--.-'.r;'>? .-.pf Sl-.>'"'v'''-''W' ,9(r. OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE allMilK INTiRNATIONAL UNION • AniiriC GUi|, iM(ES AND SE^4£1RER« •"; 'iM- •' -a •t •• Volume 53, Number 5 rfc • % fl'"v • '' rJr • ''' '•-•• • --".-•'^'•• t, .'.. Wievtmt I;. .i • J »4 . W ?iai 3:cxi cog a>»— oo\a>^ -ssssc t-' ;v<s -i: •• V.-' .^•;•/^ TI-H;^ m -< Iws- vv'; VT gfiilfil .'4 v-n U) w- •x.Af *1 jifrtff^ • ="i•/ ^ • r^; %. • ;l£«vW;; : - ; X I '« ^ sS • I iwfes .>•0" ; f > • I '• ji J."* . W'-K - V '•• -1^ >r:. ,ihfv^y-r Ships Without a Country iSl . - i-'- •'--,." • yBERIAl vi'-,;-*-' .•' >.1S Page 3 I ;<s-; ff" •:^i'- •wrv^rj 43= • isM •..i-n - SRI LAHKff m. m 'm X^ANM!!L « ' «•-.. '• .'=T4 �SSAFARiRS LOG Presidenfs Report Fast Track, Fast Deal :\ ' (;• •ji-'-' '• ' f- ^" * '•f• •f.r' 4- -, .••-ir' .r.< • = ./••• - • •- '• •;• '•"• More Runaway Operations Not a bad setup for those U.S. corporations that would profit hand­ somely from a free trade deal with Mexico that has as its goal the elimi­ nation of U.S. tariffs. They would thus be able to switch their American plants to Mexico, where the minimum wage is 59 cents an hour, and typi­ cal wages run about $27 a week, and ship the products back to the U.S. for sale to the American consumer, leaving U.S. workers high and dry and making ghost towns of many America communities. m. Supporting the administration's push for the U.S.-Mexico free trade agreement—and the fast track approach—is a big hunk of American in­ dustry, which is the principal beneficiary. Against the fast track scheme is the trade union movement, led by the AFL-CIO, along with farmers, environmentalists, the textile industry and others. I- •}• • A ;• ?« There is a major struggle under way in the nation's capital that de­ serves the attention and understanding of every Seafarer. It is over an issue that often sounds so complicated and complex that many Ameri­ cans tend to ignore it. The issue is the so-called free trade agreement which the Bush administration is seeking to negotiate with Mexico. An agreement of this sort ultimately would have to be sub­ mitted to the Congress for approval. That would mean that Congress could debate and amend the provisions of whatever the executive branch negotiates with Mexico. The administration desperately wants to avoid any pub­ lic airing or debate on what finally comes out of the U.S.-Mexico trade talks. So the administration is pushing first to get Congress to agree to a "fast track" procedure in dealing with any Michael Sacco free trade agreement that is worked out with Mexico. "Fast track" means the administration would have the authority to negoti­ ate an agreement that would then go to Congress, which would only be able to vote "yes' or "no on the whole package. There would be limited debate and no amendments. ' It doesn't take much to understand why Big Business in this country would be drooling over the chance to move operations south of the bor­ der for peanut pay scales and sub-standard conditions and then market their products back north for big U.S. dollars. Fatter profits and less re­ sponsibility. Do They Really Know? As the battle rages over this issue, we are barraged with sermons from newspaper editorial writers, the professional economists and college pro­ fessors—many of whom often act as paid consultants to industry—and the Bush administration telling us how free trade with Mexico will mean more good jobs for Americans, how we'll all be better off if we forget our own immediate interests. Or as President Bush put it the other day, "Someone ought to ask the opponents of fast track why they oppose pros­ perity in Mexico?" Hall Lecturer Cites Heett Fer 'Endurittg' Ship Pellcy Making the Maritime Adminis­ tration an independent agency and effectively using bilateral and mul­ tilateral cargo sharing agreements with America's trading partners are among the steps that can be taken immediately to invigorate the U.S. merchant marine, according to a noted transportation management and economics scholar. Delivering the 1991 Paul Hall Memorial Lecture, which was enti­ tled "In Search of an Enduring Mar­ itime Policy," Dr. Clinton M. Whitehurst Jr., Clemson University professor emeritus, also called for an operating subsidy program with less restrictions and allowance of construction subsidies for certain ships participating in cargo sharing agreements and those built for ser­ vice in the non-contiguous Jones Act trades. The Paul Hall Memorial Lec­ tures, named for the late president of the Seafarers Intemational Union, are supported through an endow­ ment established in 1987 at the Uni­ versity of Southern California (USC) as a means to honor distin­ guished contributors to the marine transportation field and provide a forum for their views. Pointing to the lack of under­ standing of the maritime industry in the general public and the tepid sup­ port for the shipping sector on the part of policy-makers. Dr. Whitehurst, who made his remarks at the Second Intemational Sympo­ sium on Coastal Ocean Space Utili­ zation last month in Long Beach, Calif., said this "fall from grace" had its roots in a number of factors. He noted "the loss of an effective maritime advocate in Washington, an industry slow to incorporate ad­ vances in maritime technology, ever higher vessel operating and building costs, continual warfare between ship operators and shipbuilders over the last decade." JHe accused the maritime industry We don't oppose prosperity in Mexico at all. We don't think the way to help low-paid Mexican workers is through exporting American jobs. As AFT^-CIO Secretary Treasurer Thomas Donahue has stressed, free trade would "have a significant downward effect on U.S. wage levels, as domestic companies sought to cut costs in order to compete with 60 cents an hour labor. No matter how productive, U.S. workers caimot compete with labor costs of less than one dollar an hour." If the administration. Big Business and the other advocates of a U.S.­ Mexican free trade agreement were at all driven by a concern for the Mexican workers, they might ponder the advice of AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland who has pointed out: "The fact is that trade is good for workers on both sides of the border only when it is carried out side-byside with minimum standards on wages, benefits, safety and the environ­ ment. Without them, it only serves as a vehicle for capital to locate where labor is cheap and government governs least... " Let the People Decide Explaining why the AFL-CIO is against the fast track approach, Kirk­ land called for "a full airing of views so that the American people can de­ cide for themselves whether this agreement is in their long-term interests. Undoubtedly, they will see it for what it is—a golden opportunity for the rich to get richer at the expense of the working poor." We Seafarers, who decades ago observed the results of operators re­ placing the American flag on their vessels with those of runaway regis­ tries that permitted the exploitation of polyglot crews, know where we stand. No one can dispute the fact that over the years the practice was harmful to the United States and to the seamen whose exploitation it al­ lowed. That is why our Washington apparatus is working full blast in sup­ port of the AFL-CIO position. In introducing the speaker, Herbert Brand, chairman of the Paul Hall Memo­ rial Committee, told the audience of Dr. Whitehurst's. association with the late SlUNA president. Seated at right is Dr. Donald 0. Keech, director of (JSC's Han­ cock Institute for Marine Studies. ''JS"-'--:'. •" The 1991 Paul Hall Memorial Lecturer, Dr. Clinton M. Whitehurst, said U.S. shipping needs an independent gov­ ernment advocate. of having "circled the wagons." The maritime sector has "settled into a defensive mode. One that opts to react rather than act," Dr Whitehurst said. He challenged the industry to become bullish in pro­ moting itself. "Who here could not adequately defend a $250 million See page 14 for full text of remarks. annual maritime appropriation in contrast to our multi-billion farm in­ come stabilization program." He noted "for the price of one BIB bomber, 84 U.S.-flag ships op­ erating under ODS agreements could be kept at sea for one year." Herbert Brand, who is chairman of the Paul Hall Memorial Commit­ tee, presented Dr. Whitehurst with an etching in glass of a likeness of the late SIU president. Brand, who serves as chairman of the Transportation Institute, an or­ ganization representing American marine transportation companies, said the USCendowment was estab­ lished "in memory of the charis­ matic, dynamic and forceful president" of the SIUs"who was re­ spected by all segments of marine transportation." Paul Hall "was a unifying force in what had been, and continues to be, a fractious industry of many diversi­ fied interests," Brand said. He noted the endowment was established after Paul Hall's death in 1980 through contributions from many friends and associates who felt strongly that Paul Hall should be memorialized. Copies of Dr. Whitehurst's re­ marks, available in booklet form, can be obtained by writing to Her­ bert Brand, Chairman, Paul Hall Memorial Committee, c/o Trans­ portation Institute, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. r.-i / Volume S3, Number 5 Moy 1991 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers Intemational Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSC Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing of­ fices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafar­ ers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith; Associate Editors, Daniel Duncan and Max Hall; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene, Art Direc­ tor, Bill Brewer. �mrmi Ships Without a Country Flag-Dodgers Make Their Own Rules The plight of crews manning flag-of-convenience vessels has not improved over the years. As a matter of fact, standards have continued to deteriorate. Reports from seamen on runaway-flag ships Indicate that flag-of-convenience operators and their partners in deception—^the so-called manning agencies—are using every trick imaginable to exploit their crewmembers. Examples cited by these seamen include a ship without working heads in which the crew was ordered to substitute pipes for toilets and voyages where food is scarce—in many cases meals include no vegetables or meats. The seamen a group of nations stepping over on runaway-flag ships impose low wages and low stand­ the shipping community. The past each other with offers of greater ards, in today's climate of disorder few years have seen ship owners report incidents of discounts on tonnage and registra­ ;v. double bookkeeping—the practice of pretending to pay wages based on a world trade union rate but in fact paying salaries that are less than half of that amount. And the list of abuses goes on. Many manning agencies take advantage of seamen seeking to leave the less-than-desireable con­ ditions of their native lands, of­ fering jobs on runaway-flag ships but not without a catch—some of these manning agencies sell the shipboard posts for the equivalent of $500 U.S. dollars. The irony here is that one of the original arguments advanced by the proponents of runaway-flag shipping was that the flag-of-convenience system would provide an opportunity to advance the stand­ ards of the world's seamen. Typical of this view was a state­ ment made by Erling D. Naess, a leading proponent of runaway shipping and a spokesman for flagof-convenience operators. Naess said it this way: ". . . in return for freedom from bureaucratic controls and oppressive taxation, the Free Flags should lead the world in the achievement of max­ imum well-being for those whose lonesome occupation it is to man the ships ... It is the responsible of the Free Flag shipowner, within his field of competitive ability, to study and provide for the seamen such material well-being and per­ sonal safety that no member of the ITF, or the ITF itself, can possibly make use of the 'sub­ standard' argument." Naess made these remarks in his 1972 book "The Great PanLibHon Controversy; the Fight Over the Flags of Shipping." What Naess held out as a pro­ phesy just is not so. In fact, the opposite has occurred and the run­ away registries have driven safety standards and shipboard working conditions to their lowest common denominator, compounding abuses rather than alleviating them. Breakdown of Standards Today, exploitation is the name of the game. The international shipping community is increas­ ingly using so-called flags-of-convenience to escape wages, con­ ditions and standards of traditional maritime nations, thereby increas­ ing the abuses directed towards the seamen who sail on runaway ships, many of whom are unable to protect themselves. The proliferation of push-cart operations masquerading as ship registries allows the ship owner to select a flag for his vessels from tion fees, each promising less gov­ ernment interference. The flag-of-convenience ship­ owner's freedom from any na­ tion's laws is assisted by the as­ signing of different portions of the operation to a variety of countries. For example, a ship may be owned by a Japanese company, normally registered in Panama, but bare­ boat chartered under the Vanuatu flag, with crewmembers, some hired by a Filipino manning agent, from the Phillipines, Germany, In­ dia and Pakistan, carrying goods between Europe and the U.S. The plethora of bargain-base­ ment runaway ship registries and absence of any international en­ forcement mechanisms has cre­ ated a climate of lawlessness in brazenly violating international and national standards of safety pro­ cedures and decency toward crewmembers. Violations Abound Tactics designed to avoid any responsibility have reached new heights. Ship owners openly talk of switching flags on a vessel at a moment's notice while it sails the high seas. The International Transport Workers Federation (ITF), the organization which brings together unions represent­ ing railroad, trucking, airline and maritime workers, has even dis­ covered the presence of a fake flag on three ships. While the world's seafarers have always been dogged by a wide range of ship owner efforts to ' .'iV. • •70 M r 'if 7^-yd, m these violations of humane work­ ing conditions are practiced with a vengeance. The few checks on the rampant mistreatment of seamen are, for the most part, in the traditional maritime nations that have main­ tained fleets in which the unions of those countries established de­ cent wages and working condi­ tions for the seamen of those ships. Additionally, these seafarers' unions have worked to raise the standards of seamen working out­ side the pale of that protection. Additionally, the ITF has or­ ganized a worldwide flag-of-convenience drive to raise the stand­ ard of living for seamen employed on runaway vessels. An interna­ tional contract calling for an avContinued on page 9 Convei^m Amends SlUNA 'Jurisdiction' Ciause Delegates to the Seafarers In­ ternational Union of North Amer­ ica (SIUNA) special convention held last month passed a consti­ tutional amendment which assures the union's geographic jurisdiction beyond the waters and land fron­ tiers of the United States and Can­ ada and their territories. The delegates voted to delete the reference to North America which appeared in the union's constitution in the article regard­ ing name, membership and juris­ diction. The SIUNA's constitu­ tion sets no geographic limits for affiliated unions, which primarily represent seamen, fishermen, ma­ rine related industry workers, can­ nery and other factory employees, and workers in the service and government sectors. In addressing the importance of the convention action, SIUNA President Michael Sacco—who also serves as head of the union's affiliated SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District—said the action was necessary in to­ day's climate where companies, regardless of industry, are not bound by national' boundaries. Sacco noted how business is free to run away from the high safety, health and inspection standards and decent wage levels of industrialized countries, thereby exploiting individuals and coun­ tries that were not in a position to help themselves. "In looking at the runaway problem today—in shipping and every other sector in which we represent workers—and in devis­ ing strategies to combat the run­ aways, we must make sure our international union has every tool necessary to wage battle," he said. Roman Gralewicz, president of the SIU of Canada, pointed out that runaway industries are not a phenomenon of the United States. He cited instances of Canadian companies transferring operations to lesser developed nations. Sacco characterized the orga­ nization's move as an addition to the union's "arsenal of weapons" that could be used to protect its members and working people gen­ erally. "That is not to say the weapon will be used. Sometimes just having the weapon means you never have to use it. But some­ times events demand that you use it. Either way, this international will be ready to meet the chal­ lenges of the '90s and the next century," he concluded. Among the SIUNA's affiliates are the Sailors Uriion of the Pa­ »• j >. cific; the Marine Firemen, Oilers and Watertenders; the Fisher­ men's Union of America; the In­ ternational Union of Petroleum and Industrial Workers; Canadian Marine Officers, and the United Industrial Workers. ,: Marine Staff Officers, Pacific District Secretary Treasurer Brandon Tynan presents the report of the constitution committee. •• 3.' /..i. Looking over the SIUNA's constitution are Steve Edney (left), national director of the United Industrial Workers and Joe Francisco, business representative of the Fishermen's Union of America. • I-.' ;• .. I • 'y'l'li �• '•" • ' '•'• i;. '•A • . ^,••' ':• • • ^' f •• • --' :vv- 4^;::,f • .5 •••A-J 'y't' . a •v. •' •- 1: 'ft ;A:'':yf'Ay. •i'iiil § A:-''A;' h -•: .;•• ^ ^^ • • . •'•' it'." . - •• ' :'• iJ" ••-•", - - Vri'.- - •.•;V - ^ "'A'^-^.'^ 4': :'r. •" • - i • •. - SlAFARm LOG MEBA/NMU Continues to Muzzle Sea-Going Members; Cafeteria Workers Are Used to Offset Voice of Seamen '-.s--'y;..\:i\''? '"..y ''" 1 4'-' y'AAify^':y^'f • ' • V The conspiracy of District 1 MEBA/NMU President C.B. ''Gene" DeFries and Louis Parise, unlicensed section chairman, to deny the union's sea-going mem­ bers a voice in their own affairs has moved ahead a notch with the sud­ den creation within the organiza­ tion of a new division made up primarily of cafeteria workers. The scheme to use the NMU's 12,000 shore-based members, most of whom work in military base chow halls, by taking them out of the unlicensed division and establishing a new division is re­ garded as a device to smother the union's sea-going membership and thus assure the DeFries/Parise axis of absolute control over all issues affecting seamen's welfare. A District 1 MEBA/NMU com­ munication announced that the vote to give the chow hall workers their own division carried over­ whelmingly. What was not an­ nounced was a report circulating ^ound the nation's waterfront that only 800 or so of the 12,000 shorebased workers actually voted. Additionally, official District 1 MEBA/NMU channels failed to indicate that the union's sea-going members — both licensed and un­ licensed — were excluded from the referendum vote, which took place around March 18 to April 18. The direct result of the estab­ lishment of the new Industrial, Technical and Professional Em­ ployees (ITPE) Division within District 1 MEBA/NMU is a change in the delegate composition to the organization's March 1992 con­ vention where the union's presi­ dent and other top officers will be elected. District Convention Is Key Maritime industry observers note that because of the manner in which District 1 MEBA/NMU was structured by the architects of the so-called merger between District 1 MEBA and the NMU in 1988, power within the organization is largely concentrated in the officers elected at the district convention. The willingness of DeFries and Parise to hand over to cafeteria workers the balance of power within District 1 MEBA/NMU and to eradicate seamen as guardians of their own destiny appears to have its origins in a desire to control the district convention. DeFries/Parise control of the district convention was rendered a big blow at the end of 1990 when rank-and-file engineers — organ­ ized under the auspices of a group called the MAD Committee — challenged and beat the DeFriesassociated slate of incumbent offi­ cers and delegates to the district convention. Each division sends delegates to the District 1 MEBA/NMU con­ vention. When the MAD group won the great majority of licenced division delegates, the district only had two divisions. The creation of the ITPE division now results in three divisions attending the dis­ trict convention. In the District 1 MEBA/NMU A,/ official press release on the vote, no mention was made regarding the consequences of the new divi­ sion on the voting blocs at the union's district convention. In­ stead the press release talked of the effect of the new division in a Na­ tional MEBA convention. Deceiving the Members ' Sea-going MEBA and NMU members recognize a cover-up when they see one, commented one engineer. "DeFries and PariSe talk about the National MEBA convention but everyone knows the real issue is how the ITPE divi­ sion will change the votes at the District 1 convention," he said. "Whoever wins at the district level will have the votes at the National MEBA convention. But the district convention comes first." In addition, maritime industry observers note it is within the dis­ tricts of National MEBA that the real power lies. The districts col­ lect dues, negotiate the contracts and set their own policies. To prove the point, one maritime in­ dustry observer said evidence of this fact could be found in a look at where the money is. In loutine financial reports that all unions file with the Department of Labor, District 1 MEBA/NMU reported a 1989 income of $16,079,852 of which $8,798,324 was dues monies. For the same pe­ riod, National MEBA, to which District 1 MEBA/NMU, District 2 MEBA-AMO and District 3 (ROU) are affiliated, reported $1,155,285 in income. Similarly, in 1989 District 1 MEBA/NMU had $8,604,006 in total assets, while National MEBA had $85,714. Seamen Vow to Fight According to all reports along the waterfront, the attempt to de­ stroy the integrity of a seamen's Union has been met with mounting • disgust for the DeFries/Parise team and further aroused the rank-andfile seamen. "This has got to be the most vicious attempt to kill free trade unionism that we have seen," it was stated by one NMU member. "I've been all over the world, I've seen Commies do this kind of thing, but I never thought I'd see it in America — and in my own union at that." Licensed division members registered a strong protest against the maneuver to dilute the seamen's vote. Voting in March membership meetings, MEBA members overwhelmingly passed a resolution—by a vote of 311 for, 4 against and 2 abstentions—stat- $W, Unions Seek te Block Job-Export Trade Deals With the export of thousands of American jobs at stake, the SIU is urging members of Congress to prevent a two-year extension of "fast track" legislative authority that could give the Bush adminis­ tration unbridled authority to cre­ ate a U.S.-Mexico, as well as a North American, free trade agree­ ment. The SIU is working with the AFL-CIO (the federation of trade unions in the United States), envi­ ronmentalists, farmers and others to urge either the House of Repre­ sentatives or the Senate to block the fast track process by a June 1 dead­ line. Five years ago. Congress ap­ proved the special legislative authority which allows the administration to negotiate a trade agreernent with one or several na­ tions, then present the completed package to Congress for either a flat approval or rejection vote with­ out amendment. The original intent of the fast track legislation was to allow the Reagan, then Bush, administra­ tions to negotiate in good faith at the General Agreement Trade and Tariffs (GATT) talks, the interna­ tional trade accord involving more than 100 counties. The GATT ne­ gotiations stalled last December after four years of meetings. The Bush administration has told Con­ gress no countiy will trust the ne­ gotiators if Congress can override any agreement. Thus, it is seeking the two-year extension. However, the administration complicated the fast track vote by announcing last year it wanted to create a Mexican free trade agree­ ment similar to the one negotiated with Canada five years ago. While the bilateral trade talks with Mexico have not begun, the Bush administration is not saying precisely what would be covered in such a deal, thus alarming any U.S. industry that could be affected in­ cluding maritime. The Jones Act, the 1920 law which limits cargo carried between two U.S. ports to be shipped only by U.S.-flag bottoms, could be dealt away. The SIU worked with other U.S.-flag maritime interests to exclude the shipping from the 1986 U.S.-Canada free trade pact. Trade unions belonging to the AFL-CIO have demonstrated countless jobs have been lost to the maquiladora system, where U.S. components are shipped to newly built, hi-tech factories in the area just south of the U.S.-Mexico bor­ der for assembly and then are re­ turned to the U.S. for sale. A major reason American busi-' ness looks very favorably at a Mexican fi-ee trade agreement is the difference in the average wages between U.S. and Mexican work­ ers. The U.S. average hourly wage is $13.85 while Mexico features a $1.99 average hourly rate. While the U.S. minimum wage recently increased to$4.25 an hour, the dol­ lar equivalent for the Mexican minimum wage is a mere $0.59 an hour. ing that the "licensed division op­ poses any split in the unlicensed division which will adversely im­ pact the licensed division's voting strength at the district convention." One MEBA engineer summed up the shore-based worker division as a ploy. "Basically," he said, "the union's democratic and rep­ resentative process is being oblit­ erated simply to preserve the power of a few guys.'' He said that those clasping onto power were the very same individuals whose lead­ ership had been rejected by the union's membership in last year's licensed division elections. War Bonus Approved for Gulf Seamen SIU crewmembers who served within the Persian Gulf war zone are eligible to receive a war bonus of 100 percent, according to the Military Sealift Command (MSG). Angus "Red" Campbell, SIU vice president for collective bar­ gaining, announced he had re­ ceived word from MSG that those vessels operating in the Persian Gulf west of 53 degrees east longi­ tude between the start of U.S. fight­ ing on January 17 and the formal cease-fire on April 11 would be eligible. Those U.S.-flag vessels listed in the MSG memo include the Ready Reserve Force fleet, MSG-contracted vessels, MSG chartered and operating-contract ships effective during the war. (The bonus also applies to civilian-crewed MSGPAG vessels manned by members of the SIU's Government Services Division.) To collect the bonus, Campbell said members should make copies of their discharges to use as proof of dates the Seafarer sailed in the war zone. Those copies should be sent to the marine operations man­ ager of the company operating the vessel and not to the SIU. MSG stated the war bonus "is payable for any day or portion of a day in this zone, continuing until one day after the vessel passes east of the zone." MSG also announced harbor at­ tack and vessel attack bonuses have been approved for ships in the war zone.' 'In circumstances where war bonuses are applicable, $4(K) is payable to each crewmember aboard a ship in a harbor which is attacked (in MSG's determina­ tion)," said an MSG notice. Campbell emphasized MSG will determine what constitutes a harbor attack. "Just because the sirens wailed and protective suits had to be worn does not mean MSG will call it a harbor attack," he said. The union vice president noted the MSG harbor attack bonus excludes vessels docked in Israeli ports when SCUD missiles attacked. As no SIU vessels were hit dur­ ing the war, Campbell said the ves­ sel attack bonus would not apply to union-contracted ships. �•- -"• ••.-'••. r\-. • • :•*,- V- MAY 1991 SlU Umes Presidential Action to Bolster U.S. Fleet If the United States is to revi­ talize its merchant marine, the administration must stop uttering words and start taking action, said the SIU's director of congres­ sional and governmental affairs at an April 23 congressional hearing on the nation's sealift capability. In testimony before the House Subcommittee on Merchant Ma­ rine, Terry Turner, speaking on behalf of the SIU's president, Mi­ chael Sacco, pointed out that the administration speaks on "mari­ time matters with two voices." "On the one hand, it asks for a dependable merchant marine to send into harm's way, as with the Persian Gulf war. On the other hand, it waives without justifica­ tion the Jones Act during a draw­ down of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve necessitated by that war," Turner told the congressmen. Waiving Maritime Laws Another example of the White House's undercutting of its own professed support for U.S. ship­ ping is the administration's energy policy calling for a defense petro­ leum reserve in which cabotage, cargo preference and other laws which serve to bolster the Amer­ ican-flag fleet would be waived, said Turner. The SIU representative called on the president to use the upcom­ ing national Maritime Day, ob­ served every year on May 22, to "issue an executive order man­ dating federal agencies to fully Disley Re-elected Head of Marine Firemen MFOW Vice President ^Whitey\Shoup Announces Retirement In union-wide balloting, Henry "Whitey" Disley was re-elected to the position of president of the Marine Firemen, Oilers, Watertenders and Wipers Association (MFOW), the West Coast-based affiliate of the SIUNA that pri­ marily represents unlicensed en­ gine department seamen. Also re-elected were five other incumbent union officials: Treasurer Joel E. McCrum, Headquarters Port Agent Bobby Iwata, Branch Agents Robert G. Henry "Whitey" Disley, who is pictured at an MID executive board meeting held earlier this year, recently vyas re­ elected to a two-year term as president of the SlUNA-affiliated MFOW. ^:w'f-v 'i" I. ' -...." •; ''""^U.'rJiLfA- • Kimball in Seattle, Sol Ayoob in Wilmington and Marvin "Lucky" Honig in Honolulu. The six offi­ cers ran unopposed in an election conducted by secret mail ballot. Brother Disley and the other officials will serve for the 19911992 term. Since 1974, the MFOW membership has elected Disley to serve as the union's president. in Liverpool, England, first shipped in 1941 aboard the Dutch-flag MV Alioth. Within days, the vessel was torpedoed off the coast of West Africa and the young Disley spent II days in a lifeboat before reaching Sierra Leone. His second ship participated in the invasion of North Africa and his third was engaged in supplying the invasion of Sicily. After WWII, Disley took up residence in the United States. He shipped from the West Coast in the MFOW first as an oiler and later as a reefer engineer. In 1964 he came ashore after his election to the headquarters business agent post. He became an MFOW vice president in 1969 and succeeded Harry Jorgensen as president of^ the union in 1974. Shoup Will Miss Members Not seeking re-election was MFOW Vice President B.C. "Whitey" Shoup, who officially resigned from the position of vice president. In this past round of voting in the MFOW,. the vice president post was not among those on the ballot by virtue of previous membership action which elimi­ nated the job for economic rea­ sons. Brother Shoup joined the MFOW in 1945 and served as temporary business agent for the union on several occasions between 1959 and 1968. In 1969 Shoup was elected San Francisco business agent, a position he held until 1974 when he was elected by the MFOW membership to the post of vice president. In reporting on Shoup's retire­ ment to the March MFOW head­ quarters meeting, Disley said, "Brother Shoup wishes me to ex­ press his appreciation for the sup­ port he has received from the rankand-file membership over the years. He considered it a great honor being an elected official of the union and having the opportunity to serve the membership." Disley added, "On behalf of the entire membership, I extend our best wishes to 'Whitey' and his family for a long, happy and healthy retirement." comply with maritime statutes." Among the other points pre­ sented by the SIU were: • The U.S. government should open the way for American par­ ticipation in the lucrative passen­ ger ship trades thereby ensuring adequate troop transport capacity. Turner noted that during Opera­ tion Desert Shield and Desert Storm, the Department of Defense spent $31 million to charter a Brit­ ish-flag cruise ship. • Efforts by Congress to extend veterans benefits and tax breaks to merchant seamen serving in a combat zone during a war should be made into law. Both licensed and unlicensed personnel should be afforded re-employment rights if such seamen leave jobs to sail in a conflict. • A merchant marine reserve is better than no initiative at all. However, a more effective. solu­ tion to our sealift needs would be a fully active commercial fleet. t-: m }M-'- The hearing was one in a series that is being held under the aus­ pices of the House subcommittee on merchant marine chaired by Walter B. Jones (D-N.C.). In his opening statement, Jones indi­ cated the subcommittee "will ex­ amine the state of our nation's sealift capabilities and the need to improve our commercial merchant marine to support our sealift." The subcommittee chairman said the panel will hear from adminis­ tration and maritime union rep­ resentatives in April and vessel operators, shipyard spokesmen and longshore labor officials in May. During June, the subcommittee will begin hearings on maritime promotional policies. To date the panel has heard from maritime union representatives and spokesmen from the military and the Maritime Administration. • TRAMSCOM Chief Johnson Citos SIU's War Efforts; Thanks Soafarors During Inspection of Union's Schooi The head of the U.S. Transpor­ tation Command visited the Sea­ farers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship to inspect the training facility and to thank the members and manpower office for their work in crewing merchant vessels for Operation Desert Shield and Op­ eration Desert Storm. "We want to thank all of you for the great work you have done," Air Force General Hansford T. Johnson told members of the re­ certified bosun course and other classes at the school as well as the manpower staff. Disley Shipped In WWII Disley, who was born and raised n General Hansford T. Johnson talks with members of the Lundeberg School diesel engine technology class during his recent tour of the facility. "At the very beginning—on a moment's notice—we pulled everything together and broke out 17 fully manned and loaded ships in just five days. We appreciate all your efforts. Many said it would not work, but it did work because of you. Many thanks." Continued Cooperation Johnson's tour of the facilities at the Lundeberg School included stops at the Paul Hall Library and Maritime Museum, the shiphandling simulator, the Hagglund crane used in sealift training, vocational classrooms and workshops. He met with both trainees and upgraders throughout the day. The general told the members, "The future looks bright for the U.S. merchant marine." Referring to SIU President Michael Sacco, who accompanied Johnson on the visit, the general added, "We have a definite commitment to work together to help the merchant ma­ rine work better." - -'4 5^;; '..f •• �4,4.' - if.''-f'4lfte,44vi;4:4-4::-4 wii»® . / 11^ "»•' '• . '• ,• T.} . i '• « 4 •••-• SEAFARm LOG St. Louis Port Council Holds Award Ceremony Breaux, Johnson, Trumka and Dunne Are Honored A U.S. senator, a 4-star general, an international trade union pres­ ident and a construction company chairman of the board were hon­ ored by the Greater St. Louis Area and Vicinity Port Council at its annual dinner last month. Senator John Breaux (D-La.) received the Able Helmsman Award for his support of the U.S.flag merchant marine in Washing­ ton. Air Force General Hansford T. Johnson was recognized for his agency's performance in coordi­ nating the transport of materiel in the Persian Gulf effort. Richard L. Trumka, president of the United Mine Workers (UMWA), was named Labor Man of the Year. Thomas P. Dunne, chairman of ithe board and C.E.O. of Fred Weber, Inc. was proclaimed Busi­ nessman of the Year. eral Johnson, SIU President Mi­ chael Sacco praised the chief of the U-S. Transportation Com­ mand for his "outstanding job of moving equipment from the United States and Europe to the theater of operation so our troops could fire their guns." Johnson noted the effort could LnwSt'® SrtaUlihtd 18 Aaril 18)17 wllh hvadqu •n> lnuanto«C«Jnr. ••mi.aiidM The Men and Women of the SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION SIU President Michael Sacco presents General Hansford T. Johnson with a piaque thanking the men and woman of the U.S. Transportation Command for their role in the Persian Gulf war. FOB CONTINUED OUTSTANDtNC SUPPORT TO OUR NATION AND TO THE UNITED STATB TRANSPORTATIONCOMMAND DURING OPERATIONS DESERT SHIELD, DESERT 5TORH AND DESERT SORTIE. YOU HAVE SERVED OUR COUNTRY PROUDLY AND WELL A CRAIHUL AMBUCAN tlAMFOaOT.JOIM<m.CeNUAI.llSAr OMIMNDCR INCHIir Thomas P. Dunne prepares his re­ marks before being introduced as the Businessman of the Year. The U.S. Transportation Command thanked the SIU for its effort during the Persian Gulf war through this plaque presented at the event. St. Louis Port Council President Rich­ ard Mantia (seated) confers with Tony Sacco, SIU assistant vice president, during the dinner. '• ^\ In accepting his ship's wheel, Breaux announced the fight of the 1990s facing Congress and the White House is the rebuilding of the U.S.-flag merchant fleet. ' 'The challenge is if we are going to have an American merchant fleet that serves us in commercial times and that is available to serve us in times of conflict," the chair­ man of the Senate Merchant Ma­ rine Committee told the audience. Breaux vowed he would fight in Congress to address the need and remedy the problem. In presenting a plaque to Gen- not have been accomplished with­ out the help of American compa­ nies and their workers. "When it was time to move the force, we had a few airplanes, we had no military people to sail our ships and we owned eight ships," he said. "No ship was delayed waiting for a crewmember. You and we, together, made it work. I salute each and every one of you." After his remarks, Johnson presented Sacco with a plaque from the Transportation Command for the SIU in appreciation of the union efforts to crew ships during the Persian Gulf effort. Trumka thanked the group for recognizing his union members through him for the award. He rallied the members of the audi­ ence to urge their congressional representatives to pass the worker Senator John Breaux proclaims the challenge of the 1990s Is the rebuilding of the U.S.-flag merchant marine. replacement (scab) bill being de­ bated in both houses. Trumka, who has been presi­ dent of the UMWA since 1982, led his union back into the AFLCIO, the federation of trade unions in the United States, in 1989. Un­ der his leadership, the UMWA successfully waged a 10-month strike against Pittston Coal Com­ pany for better health and retire­ ment benefits for the members, their families and union retirees. Dunne was noted for his solid standing in the labor, business and political communities in St. Louis. Under his leadership, Fred We­ ber, Inc. has worked closely with organized labor and the building trades. Richard Trumka listens to a speech being made at the St. Louis Port Coun­ cil awards ceremony. The 1965 graduate of Washing­ ton University began his career at Fred Weber in that same year as a field engineer. Dunne was elected president, chairman of the board and C.E.O. of the firm in 1980. ^-i.vi^^iL.':, -.'I i'VfS'&f:;- 'i •'-• •• ftvmv-- :l c Vf?\f>4.. J Missouri River Barge Traffic Hampered by Drought, Flows An ongoing drought in the high plains has shortened the Missouri River shipping season, delaying by a week the official April 1 opening of the waterway to commercial transport lines. In addition, the Army Corp of Engineers has announced that the agency will release only minimal reser­ voir flows. 4 i ^ Senate Panel Favors Enactment Of 4 Maritime Int'l Conventions The Foreign Relations Committee of the Senate recommended enact­ ment by the frill Senate of four maritime-related international conventions of the Iritemational Maritime Organization. For the United States to be a party to these conventions, they must be ratified by the Senate. The treaties cover universally accepted standards for training and qualifying seamen, regulations regarding the waterbome transport of harmful substances in packages and restructuring of the system of surveys and certification outlined in the 1988 protocols to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) and the International Convention on Load Lines aCLL). New Orleans Pays Off in San Francisco While the vessel docked In San Francisco, Seafarers aboard the Overseas New Orleans hold a union meeting. Pictured above are (from left) OS R. Hemandez; San Frandsco Port Agent Nick Celona; Bosun Frank Cottongin; Pumpman J. Oberson; GSU Leroy Jenkins; OS Craig Treadweli, Chief Cook George Lee; Wiper Eron Hall and (sitting) OS Louis Diaz. �.*i' MAY 1991 Bmm, Hopkins Tate OmHHH&P ffe/ni; Court, Labor Dm't Certify Eieetkm The federal district court,after a long delay, has certified the victory of Catain Timothy A. Brown as head of the International Organi­ zation of Masters, Mates and Pilots (MM&P). The court order, issued April 5, was coupled with a Labor Department certification of the election. In February it was announced by the Labor Department, which supervised the election, that Brown had won the vote for the presi­ dent's post in a 90-day balloting period by a tally of 2,489 to incum­ bent Robert Lowen's 2,079. Sim­ ilarly, Captain James W. Hopkins out-polled the MM«S:P's incumbent secretary-treasurer, Elwood Kyser, by a vote of 2,426 to 2,106. Immediately after the upset vote had been announced, Lowen, Kyser and other MM&P general executive board members at­ tempted to prevent Brown and Hopkins from moving into the union's two top jobs by filing a series of allegations concerning the election. While the government agency looked into these charges, thereby holding up the certification of Brown and Hopkins, the defeated Lowen continued to operate as the union's president. In the affidavit of the Labor V^ivf •iT"!* •; Department representative sub­ mitted to the federal district court, the director of the agency's office responsible for handling matters concerning union elections stated that he had found "no violation" of the law "which may have af­ fected the outcome of the elec­ tion." Maritime industry observers re­ ported that while Brown and Hop­ kins awaited the certification of the election by the Labor Depart­ ment, Lowen is reported to have instigated a number of actions de­ signed to hang on to power despite the repudiation of his leadership by the MM&P members. Among these actions—which were characterized as "shenani­ gans" by one MM&P member— was a resolution adopted by the union's general executive board to appoint Lowen to a position of membership group liaison officer and director of organizing. Additionally, Lowen was re­ ported to have rushed a lump sum buy-out plan through the MM&P's pension fund trustee meeting in late February. It is reported that the Lowen plan would make the lump sum buy-out available to himself and Kyser and a very small group of MM&P pensioners. Brown, in a communication to MM&P mem­ bers, said he and Hopkins had re­ quested that the pension plan trustees first resolve if the fund was financially able to sustain a buy­ out program and, if it could, make it available to all pensioners with 62 years of age and 25 years of service or 60 years of age with 30 years of service. The Brown/Hopkins election was the culmination of a race that had its roots in the 1988 campaign for the MM&P's officers. The ballot­ ing which ended earlier this year was, in effect, a rerun of the 1988 election which a Baltimore-based federal district court judge found to be riddled with "fraud of sig­ nificant proportions." Judge Marvin J. Garbis held that the manner in which the 1988 MM&P election was conducted violated the union's constitution and federal law. Among the find­ ings of the court were indications of stolen ballots, ballots forged by Lowen supporters and failure of the union to mail election notices to all members. Brown and Hopkins, in both the 1988 election and in its rerun Ver­ sion in 1990, ran on a reformminded platform. The challengers cited the poor investment deci­ sions made by the MM&P and the loss of jobs during Lowen's watch. New Wage Scale and Retro-Pay in Place For Sill Gov't Services Division Members -J*. Seafarers in the SIU's Govern­ ment Services Division sailing aboard Military Sealift Command Pacific (MSCPAC) are due an in­ crease in all wage-related pay, SIU Vice President Government Serv­ ices Roy "Buck" Mercer an­ nounced last month. . The revision of the "Pacific Schedule of Wages for MSCPAC Ships" recently issued by MSCPAC civilian personnel offi­ cer A.J. Qatsha said the date of implementation of the new pay rates will be May 1, 1991. However, the document went on to say that the pay increases are retroactive to October 1, 1990, the effective date of the revised schedule. Checks for the retroactive pay accumulated between October 1 and April 30 will be issued soon by MSCPAC. Vice President Mercer asks that all members sailing in the Govern­ ment Services Division—which was formerly known as the Mili­ tary Sea Transport Union (MSTU) before it merged with the SIU's Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters Division—advise the union's office in San Francisco of the correct mailing address for back-pay checks. Mercer adds that those mem­ bers who wish to pick up their checks in person should notify the union office or MSCPAC's per­ sonnel office of their intentions. The increase reflects a 3.6 per­ cent increase to all wage-related pay for all MSCPAC civilian mar­ iners sailing in unlicensed capac­ ities in the deck, engine and stew­ ard departments. Mercer said the union is in the process of printing up the new wage scale in poster format. This will be distributed shortly to all MSCPAC ships with SIU civilian personnel aboard. Members who would like a copy of the poster can contact the union's govern­ ment services division office at 350 Fremont Street, San Fran­ cisco, Calif. 94105; (415)861-3400. Retired MFOW Pres. Dies at Age 69 Harry Jorgensen, former presi­ dent of the SIUNA-affiliated Ma­ rine Firemen, Oilers, Watertenders and Wipers Association (MFOW), suffered a fatal heart attack March 23,1991 in his home­ town of San Pablo, Calif. He was 69 years old. Shortly after his birth in Den­ mark, he and his family moved to San Francisco where his father worked as a longshoreman. Jor­ gensen joined the MFOW in Oc­ tober 1942 as a fireman/watertender. He was remembered as being a strict enforcer and follower of the union contract when he sailed. In the early 1950s during the Mc­ Carthy era, he was accused of being a Communist-sympathizer and had his shipping document taken away. He was cleared of the charge by the FBI more than 18 months later. Jorgensen first came ashore in 1949 to work as a temporary agent in the port of New Orleans. In the 1960s he served as business agent and port agent in Seattle and San Francisco before being elected vice president in 1968. The black-gang member was elected president of the MFOW in 1969. He held the post until 1974 when he became the administrator of the MFOW-PMA Welfare Fund. George McCartney, SIU vice president for the west coast, re­ membered Jorgensen as a stauch trade unionist. "His priorities were membership first, last and al­ ways," McCartney said. Joi^ensen is survived by a niece, Janeen Kehl. SlU'Cmwed Delia Queen Is Fitted with New Double Hull The SlU-crewed steamboat Delta Queen became one of the latest vessels to employ double hull technology when it began sail­ ing this season along the Missis­ sippi and Ohio rivers. The 64-year-old vessel was fit­ ted with an outer hull during the winter offseason at a Mississippi shipyard. The new layer of skin widens the steamboat's waterplane area and raises its paddlewheel by 30 inches which will make it more efficient. The double hull was installed during a 13-week period so the Delta Queen could resume its nor­ mal cruise schedule in March. The new outer hull, which is 250 feet in length, was made of eight 40foot prefabricated modules of V»% inch steel with four on each side of the keel. The original hull, made of 5/16 inch steel, was raised to allow space between it and the new hull. This created 36 inches of space between the old and new hulls which will be used for buoyancy, fuel storage and potable water. The double-hull design allows the paddlewheel to return to its normal position in the water. Be­ fore such additions as air condi­ tioning, large generators and re­ frigerated storage added so much weight, the wheel was 24 to 30 inches below its normal waterline. The steamboat was designated a national historic landmark in 1989. It began operations in Cali­ fornia in 1927. -I -• The Delta Queen Is lowered into its new double hull at a Pearlington, Miss, shipyard earlier this year. �1~ -Is- •- 8 ynr' W-M "Sr ;# 'M'« '•••fii' "rfy'','::.: 'Li!' a:",---;: "r f:li -• • "• • • :n If ::l ;• • I- Two fishermen owe their lives to an alert SIU helmsman aboard the SS Buyer who spotted the pair floating in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of North Carolina. AB Ray Tate noticed the two 50 miles off the coast of North Carolina hours after their fishing vessel caught fire and sank. Tate and the whole crew of the Buyer were thanked and praised for the fine work they performed in rescu­ ing Carl Snow and Michael Kemp on February 18. Admirals Praise Crew Navy Vice Admiral Francis Donovan, commander of the Mili­ tary Sealift Command, wired the crew: "Your prompt actions and professional execution of your duties in rescuing the two crewmembers of the Fish Witch are noted with pleasure. Since the boat was not due in port for several days and because neither a distress signal nor an (emergency) trans­ mission were made, it is certain that both survivors owe their lives to your alert watch, perseverance and seamanship skills. Well done!" jff'i sSiifa -'• SaFARCRSLOG Good Seamanship Skills Save Two Fishermen .'••|v; •.ty'n:.. 'f-l • S'f 'l-SS •'iSI': ",->J ^ • Third Mate Gregory Musk pushes fisherman Michael Kemp up to the pilot's ladder during a rescue by the RRFshlp. Coast Guard Vice Admiral Paul A. Welling added; "Had it not been for the vigilance of the Buyer's crew, these two men would most certainly have been lost to the sea. The eagemess and persistence of the Buyer's crew to assist fellow mariners in distress is highly com­ mendable." (Steward Baker Tobe Dansley Jr. and Chief Cook Lloyd T. Palmer provided the Seafarers LOG with photographs and details of the dramatic rescue.) Fishermen Adrift An early morning fire starting in the wheelhouse of the fishing ves­ sel spread quickly, causing fisher­ men Snow and Kemp, in life jackets, to jump overboard without being able to call for help. After drifting for more than six hours, the pair was spotted 250 yards off the port beam by AB Tate at 11:20 a.m. While orders were given to turn the vessel around, all hands were posted on deck as lookouts. Bosun James Blanchard prepared rescue equipment as the galley gang read­ ied two spare rooms with blankets and food for the fishermen. Following the turnaround, OS Steve Arnold rediscovered the pair 500 yards off the port beam. The ship maneuvered alongside, but the fishermen were unable to place the safety harness around their bodies. Third Mate Gregory Musk dove into the water to assist the pair in the rescue. They were aboard ship by 12:45 p.m. Cook Palmer told the Seafarers LOG, "The crew was really glad we were able to rescue them. Tliey were in pretty good shape except for being cold and wet from being in the water for hours." Ready to Give Up Once onboard the Buyer, Snow and Kemp thanked the crew for spotting and saving them. Palmer reported the fishermen as saying "three or four other vessels had gone past them without seeing them." According to Dansley, the '•' .V- Crewmembers aboard the SS Buyer attend to two rescued fishermen plucked from the Atlantic Ocean east of North Carolina. fishermen said they were ready to give up had the Buyer sailed past. The Coast Guard was notified of the rescue operation as it pro­ ceeded. The crew wrapped the two in blankets and treated them for hypothermia. Less than an hour after being plucked from the sea, a Marine Corps helicopter hovered over the Buyer and loaded the fish­ ermen to take Snow and Kemp to a shoreside hospital where they were treated and released. Crew Worked Together Palmer said the crew did an ex­ cellent job of working together to save the fishermen, especially in relocating them after turning around. Captain H. B. Kuykendall also praised his crew for its effort, then added, "I can only hope that should I fall overboard, men such as you will be on hand to help me." The Buyer, a Ready Reserve Force vessel activated for the Per­ sian Gulf war and operated by OMI Corporation, resumed its course for Rota, Spain. Seafarers on Buyer Besides Tate, Arnold, Blanchard, Dansley and Palmer, other Seafarers serving aboard the Buyer were ABs Brad Seibel, Tom Henderson, Howard Blanks, Russell Haynes and Glenn Johnson; OS Raymond Watts; Electrician James Demouy; UDEs William Cassel and J. C. Burnett; Oilers Joseph Billotto, Percy Payton and Verbu Nix; DEUs Bruce Barber and Carl Turner; Assistant Cook Ronnie Mixson; and Steward As­ sistants Jessie Andrews, James Smithy Don Glover, Roderic Coleman, Quitman Young and Stanley Baggett. • -J Michael Kemp Is airlifted from the deck of the Buyer by a Marine helicopter following a rescue at sea. Stonewall Jackson Accident Under Investigation The first draft of the investiga­ tive report concerning the Febru­ ary 9 fire aboard the Stonewall Jackson which claimed six lives, including three SIU members, is expected to be completed before the middle of May. Commander David Miller, the U.S. Coast Guard investigator in charge of the case, told the Seafar­ ers LOG late last month he was working on the report after in­ specting the Waterman vessel and speaking with its crewmembers. Mum About Blame The Coast Guard investigator said he could not reveal details of his investigation as it was "ongo­ ing." When asked about published reports that human error would be cited against one of the deceased members. Miller responded, "It is possible, but I would not say if it is or isn't. That is one of the many situations we are looking at." Miller, who works in the Coast Guard's Honolulu marine safety office, stated once his report is written, its conclusion and recom­ mendations would be reviewed by other branches of the agency be­ fore it is released to the public. That was verified by Lt. Com­ mander Chuck McMahon of the Washington, D.C. office who said such a review is standard proce­ dure. McMahon noted those Coast Guard departments affected by the recommendations must be able to review the document before it is published. Prompt Review Expected Miller said the review process should be "prompt." He expected the report to become public by early summer 1991."Many people are anxious to see it," he added. The Stonewall Jackson was towed to Colombo, Sri Lanka after the fire, which took the lives of SIU black-gang members QMED Ed­ mund Clayton, QMED Prince Wescott and Wiper Henry Hyman. The ship was sailing past the south coast of India on its reg­ ular run between the U.S. gulf coast and the Mideast, India and Southeast Asia when the accident occurred. Accident Details According to Miller, the fire started when lubricating oil in the engine's turbogenerator escaped through a loose cap on a oil-strain­ ing device. The oil presumably contacted a hot surface and ignited. Deadly fumes filled the engineroom. The turbogenerator auto­ matically shut itself off, cutting the power to the vessel's ventilation system. The six engineroom mem­ bers then died of carbon monoxide poisoning or smoke inhalation or both. The accident is considered the worst disaster to strike a U.S.-flag merchant vessel since the Marine Electric sank off the coast of Vir­ ginia in 1983, claiming 31 mer­ chant mariners. mm. Steward assistants Jessie Andrews (standing) and Roderic Coleman check on fisherman Carl Snow shortly after he was brought on deck. • -.1' �> nriTiitfTiliiiiil •••••ISip"- MAY 1991 RtHmway-Fbg SMis A/bke Their Own ffv/es Continued from page 3 erage wage of $871 per month for an AB has been developed, and the ITF aggressively pursues run­ away operators to become signa­ tories to this collective bargaining agreement. With the world minimum wage rate for seafarers set by the Inter­ national Labor Organization at $276 per month for an AB, an ITF contract elevates the employment conditions for seamen working un­ der its jurisdiction. But outside of these efforts are many of the world's ship owners who conspire with runaway regis­ tries, manning agencies and in some cases even governments to secure the lowest-paid and most docile seafarers and to avoid union con­ tracts covering crewmembers. ';^ ;P'-: Americans Start Trend There are some American ship owners among this ilk. In fact, American ship owners were among the first of the industrialized world to transfer tonnage to flag-of-convenience registries, starting with a trickle in the '20s and '30s and becoming particularly acute after WWII. As a means of escaping U.S. wage standards and working con­ ditions, government-enforced safety regulations and inspections and other aspects of good corpo­ rate citizenship, many American ship owners transferred vessels to the flags of Panama, Liberia and Honduras. Here, the biggest of­ fenders were the major oil com­ panies with their considerable tanker fleets. The flight of Amer­ ican ship owners to runaway re­ gistries was followed in varying degrees by operators from other traditional maritime nations, in particular many European fleets. Second Registry Sham Today, European ship owners continue to move tonnage to flagof-convenience registries and to so-called second registries. The concept of a second registry was begun in Norway. In effect, it is a ship registry scheme offering runaway benefits while allowing the label, or flag, of a traditional maritime nation. From the original three flag-ofconvenience registries — Panama, Liberia and Honduras—there are now more than 16 nations offering their own hot dog stands for ship operators. Among the flags for sale are those of Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Bermuda, Cayman Is­ lands, Cyprus, Gibraltar, Hondu­ ras, Kerguelen, Lebanon, Liberia, Malta, Netherland Antilles, Pan­ ama, Sri Lanka, St. Vincent and Vanuatu. Second registry options include the Norwegian International Ship Register (NIS), Denmark's DIS, Germany's GIS, the Isle of Man for United Kingdom ship owners and Luxembourg for Belgian op­ erators. Revenue Generator It is the nature of a runaway registry to be a cash cow for an impoverished nation, selling a flag for contributions to their treasury. In the case of Liberia, money from its ship registry contributes be­ tween 12 to 15 percent of the nation's budget. The office of the trade minister in the Washington, D.C.-based Embassy of Cyprus estimates its ship registry generates $5.5 million in direct fees and taxes and $100 in secondary activity such as legal and management operations. The Panamanian ship registry, known as "Secnaves," pulled in $45 mil­ lion in 1986, $41 million in 1987 and $38 million in 1988, according to "Seatrade Business Review," July/August 1989 edition. Dependent on this income, each flag-of-convenience nation at­ tempts to out-do the other in luring ship owners to their registry. Propping Up Despots It is interesting to note that very few of the runaway flag registries are based in truly democratic countries. Instead, these havens from civilized standards are based in nations among which are some of the world's most brutal regimes and corrupt governments. The U.S. State Department told Congress that in Liberia, the flagof-convenience registry boasting the most tonnage of any in the world, there were "extensive hu­ man rights violations." ITF Definition of a Fiag-of Convenience Registry The International Transport Workers Federation (ITF). in its 1974-enacted policy regarding runaway-flag vessels, issued the following definition: "Where beneficial ownership and control of a! vessel vess is found to lie elsewhere than in the country of the flag the vessel is flying, the vessel is considered as sailing under a flag of convenience." The ITF designates fiag-of-convenience registries by examining a set of criteria developed by Ithe British Committee of Inquiry in 1970. These factors are known as the "Rochdale Criteria" and contain the following points: • The country allows non-citizens to own and control vessels. • Access to and transfer from the registry is easy. • Taxes on shipping income are low or non-existent. • The country of registration does not need the shipping tonnage for its own purposes but is keen to earn the tonnage fees. • Manning by non-nationals is freely permitted. • The country lacks the power (or the willingness) to impose national or international regulations on 'its' shipowners. SOURCE: International Transport Workers Federation Seafarers' Bulletin; No. 4,1989, page 46. rights abuses. Honduran officials have been cited by Amnesty In­ ternational for murder, cover-up, corruption, torture and disappear­ ances of trade unionists, students and human rights monitors. Singapore's government is us­ ing a so-called Internal Security Act to restrict peaceful political expression and has unfairly im­ prisoned, restricted and intimi­ dated its citizens from expressing their views on political issues ac­ cording to Asia Watch. In the Bahamas there has been extensive documentation of highlevel official corruption in connec­ tion with narcotics trafficking. Bottom-of-the-Barrel Wages Many European nations have Insti­ tuted their own flag-of-convenience registries. The only difference be­ tween a Nonvegian second registry ship, such as the one pictured above, and a runaway-flag operation is that one wears the veneer of a traditional maritime nation. Civil warfare racking Liberia, which led to the execution of the nation's former president, Samuel Doe, has brought about mass kill­ ings, torture and mutilation of un­ armed civilians. Additionally, basic freedoms have been denied the Liberian people, and those who have protested the inhumane ac­ tions by the rebel forces have been thrown in prison. In the fighting, all of Liberia's banks and national reserves have been looted, impoverishing the na­ tion. This raises the question of into whose hands will the ship registry-generated funds fall? Other nations sporting ship re­ gistries also are suspect of human With runaway-flag ship owners devoid of any national allegiance, they are free to shop around for crewmembers. Often this practice leads to taking advantage of indi­ viduals from poverty stricken na­ tions weighed down with heavy unemployment where wages are at rock bottom. Take for example Sri Lanka, where a laborer can expect to earn the equivalent of 16 U.S. cents per hour. Or, con­ sider the Burmese, Indian or Pak­ istani workers who earn on aver­ age between $I .50 and $2.60 a day (measured in U.S. dollars at cur­ rent exchange rates). This exploitable market for ma- Typically, the runaway vessel's own­ ers have no connection to the country where the ship is registered. Pictured above is a Maltese-flag bulk carrier managed by a Greece-based com­ pany. • -i-. --J'.:' tS'sp >';• •'is -i-aS rine labor has become one of the perceived so-called benefits be­ hind the massive movement on the part of ship owners to the runaway flags. Manning Agents in Cahoots The other half of the problem in the runaway-flag scheme is the use of unsavory hiring practices reminiscent of the old crimp sys^ tem found in the United States at the turn of the century. Continued on page 12 r- •••'i'km- ... And the List Is Still Growing Fiag^of-Oinvmience Ftf^M Antigua and Barbuda eahatnas Bermuda Cayman Islands Cyprus Gibraltar Horrduras Kerguelen Lei Liberia Malta V Netherland Antilles Panama Sri Lanka St. Vincent Vanuatu £ (status depends on dwmer^jp M from the flag counby and agreements ' "He to that country's unions) IS) Lkiited Kingdom (Isle of Man) Luxembourg (for Be^an ships) Denmark DIS) Gerrnany GtS) Partial FOC Registries tfong Kong Phili^'nes (foreign-owned ships bareboat gartered to Phiiippines' Singapore (foreign-owned ships without ITF-approved agreements Note: Ships registered in these countries which can demonstrate that they are genuinely owned in thatcountry are not treated by the ITF as flag-of-convenience vessels. Similarly, ships from countries not on the list will be treated as runawayflag ve^ls if the ITP receives information that they are beneficially owned in another country. SOURCE; Intemational Transport Workers Federation Seafarers' Bulletin; No. 4,1989, page 46. J,.^ If" �H ';"••• > '• - ; /•* ' k^r' •. . .:••£ - ^ ;• :_}!is •• ' - J'>'T''I''''»V-. .''5':. • ••!. ,4-'- -r M: f;,. - ^,' • . »'.; ' ,- " " li 10 Great Lakes vessels sometimes have to make do with what nature provides when they have to dock at a small inlet to offload or load cargo. S^uch is the case of the Richard Reiss when it calls on Fairport Har­ bor, Ohio where the Grand River empties into Lake Erie. Along ei­ ther side of the inlet are piles of rock, salt and ore that have been deposited there by ships like the Reiss. While the Erie Sand Steamship Company vessel sails along the lower Great Lakes, its SIU crewmembers often have to work at locations with little more than concrete bollards or bits. Deck­ hands swing out on a landing boom to the shore to take the lead ropes to tie up the vessel for offloading. In Fairport Harbor, the waters around the dock are so shallow the Reiss cannot pull along the shore. Crewmembers use a ladder from the conveyor boom to get on and off the ship. Wheelsmen at both ends of the vessel keep watch on the lines to adjust the location of the ship for offloading and to keep it from drifting onto the riverbank. In the belly of the ship, the conveyormen and gatemen make sure the ship's conveyor belts are offloading the cargo evenly and swiftly. On the topside, deckhands stand ready to clean any holds im­ peding the offloading.; The whole process of offloading or loading takes a matter of hours, then the ship is on its way to an­ other port. Seafarers serving on the Reiss say they like the ship because they don't see the same places con­ stantly. "It never gets boring on here," AB Wheelsman Larry En­ glish, a Florida resident when not sailing, told a reporter for the Sea­ farers LOG. The vessel used to be known as the Richard J. Reiss before its cap­ tain realized the name had 13 let­ ters, bad luck on the Lakes. But its former name does not seem to haunt it. "She's a good ship," said Deckhand Ed Leonard. "I enjoy working on her." ; -v>'- SEAFARERS LOG kk,k-' f,:< -'v '•iff" - While other deckhands work from the shore, Deckhand Mousa Salas balances the boom ladder for Seafarers to get on and off the Relss. Wiper Musleh Mushin reaches for a hammer from the englneroom tool board. AB Watchman Nasser Alshakd317 keeps an eye on shore operat'ons from the stern of the Reiss. Conveyorman Norm Guild pushes the buttons to start the boom conveyor belt. Deckhand Ahmed All Shohatee grabs a line to tie up the vessel. Deckhands Mousa Salas (left) and Ed Leonard share a joke before cleaning a cargo hold. i:..j "i, ' , i '" •:••• : The Richard Reiss enters Fairport Harbor on the northeast Ohio coast. Second Cook All Ahmed offers a crewmember some pecan pie. Porter Saleh Ahmed Saeed prepares potatoes for the crew's dinner. �mmm m m MAY 1991 Lurline Black-Gang Visited Who was more surprised—the bull-calf that found himself unex­ pectedly in the Lurline's hot and noisy engineroom or the third as­ sistant engineer and the watch ju­ nior engineer at the console who turned around at some point and saw an intruder that looked like a "cow"? The 500-lb. breeding bull-calf's adventure began when he wiggled himself out of the confines of his container on the deck of the Matson ship while en route from Ha­ waii to Oakland last month. Originally "Bob," as he was called by those aboard the con­ verted Puerto Rico Marine ro/ro ship, was part of a gang of four breeding bulls that found their way to freedom. But his three compan­ ions were quickly caught, and Bob was on his own. Wandering through the ship. Bob made it down the ramps, squeezed through a hatch and found himself right in the middle of what must have seemed like bull-calf hell—the vessel's engineroom. Once inside the engineroom. Bob slid down a ladder with a 50 degree incline which brought him to the generator level. BuU-Calf Leaves Mark In a fashion characteristic of frightened cattle. Bob relieved himself, thoroughly distributing liquid and solid excrement around the engineroom. "The Marine Fireman," the newspaper of the SIUNA-affiliated MFOW, which represented the unlicensed black-gang crew oh the Lurline, reported that this cre­ ated "the first time in Matson's his­ tory that wipers put in for penalty time for cleaning up cow dung in the engineroom!" Shocked Engineers Of course. Bob was not the only living being to be surprised by his presence in the engineroom. Imagine the shock of the unsus­ pecting crewmember who first learned of Bob's presence when the bull-calf nudged him from be­ hind. The engineer on watch told Nick Celona, the SIU's boarding patrolman, that when the bull-calf came strolling past the main con­ sole, he must have jumped 10 feet! Jacob Calcaterra, the MFOW member on watch, said as far as he knew, this was a first. While a terrified Bob en­ trenched himself in a storeroom area, crewmembers tackled the problem of extricating the unbudgeable bull-calf from the en­ gineroom. By removing a section of the bulkhead, and forcefully pushing at one of Bob's ends and pulling the other, Lurline crewmembers moved Bob to an adjacent ro/ro space. Next, Bob was driven to the main deck in a truck that backed into the area. Bob then was placed safely in a cargo net and hoisted with the main winch back into his trailer with his fellow animals. Worse for the Wear Both the Lurline and Bob needed some repairs after this ad­ venture. Bob, while visiting the en­ gineroom, caused a generator to blow when his kicking busted the A 500-lb. bull-calf appears stunned at having found himself in the Lurline's engineroom. lube oil line, blacking out the ship. On the other hand, the bull-calf, after bumping and banging around and going into near shock at finding himself in the engineroom, required veterinary attention. Seafarer Falls Back on Irish Heritage to Save His Life Safely back home In the United States, Michael Marr recounts his harrowing experience in Aqaba, Jordan. One day after turning 42 years old, SIU member Michael Marr called on every bit of experience he had gathered in order to save his own life in Aqaba, Jordan. Marr was sailing as a steward assistant aboard the Cape Comet when it made an unscheduled stop October 26 in the port at the northem end of the Gulf of Aqaba, near the southem entrance to the Suez Canal. The Ready Reserve Force vessel was on its way back to the United States after offloading in Ad Damman, Saudi Arabia. Marr received permission to go into town October 27, his birthday. He hired a cab driver at the gate who quickly became his tour guide. The evening went without a hitch and the cabbie said he would wait for Marr the next evening. The Trouble Begins Once again, Marr got shore leave, met the cabbie outside the gate and went back into town. Ev­ erything went fine until the pair drove back to the dock. '"Hie guard told us to report to gate 2," Marr recalled. "The ship was docked at gate 1.1 could see it right there and told him so. He said to go to gate 2. "My cab driver knew something was wrong when we got to gate 2. He got into a fistfight with three men and yelled for me to 'Go! Run!' They grabbed me and took me into the guardhouse." Marr was held against his will for more than three hours. He said only one of the three spoke English and kept asking him why he was against Iraq, why he was helping the Americans and what cargo was aboard the ship. Although the trio was unarmed, Marr could see peo­ ple with machine guns outside. All of them were within sight of the port guards who seemed oblivious to the whole incident. The galley gang member did the only thing he could think of: he fell back on his Irish-American heri­ tage and immediately began speak­ ing in an Irish brogue. "I kept using words like 'Aye' and answered each of their ques­ tions with a question. I remember listening to the way Irish people talk and they always answer a question with a question. When they asked me why I was working for the Americans, I kept telling them, 'I have to feed my family, don't you know?' Troud of Heritage' "I'm very proud of my Irish her­ itage, but I never thought I would have to use it the way I did that night." Marr had followed his captain's advice and carried only his shore pass as identification. He did not cany his wallet, passport or any­ thing else that would mark him as an American citizen. The bachelor invented an Irish family when he was kidnapped. He told the captors there Were no jobs in Ireland and he did not want his children to starve, so he started sailing. After promising that he would sign ofiF as soon as the vessel got back to America and he would re­ turn to Ireland, the trio let Marr go. Freed By Captors He hightailed it straight to the Cape Comet and woke up the cap­ tain at 12:30 a.m. to tell him the story. The captain called the port agent who brought a Jordanian army officer with him to the vessel. "Captain Mohammed [of Jordan's army] drove me throughout the port looking for them," Marr stated. "He kept saying they would go to prison." No one had seen a filing and the three captors never were found. No Other Incidents During the day of the 29th, Cap­ tain Pierce of the Cape Comet or­ dered the RRF vessel to be anchored away from the dock for safety reasons. Captain Moham­ med returned to the ship in his pri­ vate launch and assured the crew they would be safe to visit Aqaba that night. He told Marr, "If any­ thing happens to you, he (the port agent) will go to prison. All of the army in Aqaba Imow of the inci­ dent and they will protect the Americans." Captain Mohammed personally escorted Marr to town where he met the cab driver. "He almost started crying," Marr recounted. "Both of his eyes were black. He kept saying he was so happy to see I was fine and that he tried to fight for me. I told him I appreciated it and would send him some cow­ boy boots when I got back to Texas." The Cape Comet left on October 30. No other crewmember endured the harrowing ordeal that Marr en­ countered. Months after living through the experience, Marr admitted he was "shaking like leaf as he thought about it. Even his voice had begun to crack. Marr stayed on the Cape Comet for a second, less eventful voyage to Saudi Arabia before signing off in Jacksonville, Fla. in January. He said his immediate goal is to get settled in his new house in Santa Fe, Texas and upgrade at the Lundeberg School as soon as pos­ sible. ••V •i • i, •'! Upgrading Can Open Doors '•.! V'-t -a'. AB Maryyn Chester (third from left) says upgrading his skills is the key to earninj Brian Spradlin, , ;-:.y : • iI �•4 • ' ^ 5vl^-;..::P'..- • • f^--: , V,-v ;••'•,•.••.• 1/ ^^r^/,icL/: r-TfRfeAJ-iWAA-ew'r ... .1«'/.l.. 4 —','V •/VP-'--- :B;I'i; •" •;.•.-••• o:^;: . 12 '•?'<:'a.:.' '.•A.']'... . SaPARiRS FkM-Dot^ers Fsu! to Maintain Dec&it Standards Continued from page 9 Increasingly, governments and manning agencies are conspiring with ship owners and runaway registries to "sell" their seamen. According to ITF" inspectors, it is common for seamen on runaway vessels to pay up to $500 to a manning agency for a seafaring job. A seaman aboard a Cyprusflagged vessel reported that a crewing agent in the Phillippines was pocketing close to half of his pay. It seems the manning agency had worked a deal with the Greek owners to have the seaman's pay sent to their company. The amount the seaman was making—before the agency took its cut—was $220 per month in base pay and $133 in overtime. Typical of a manning agency's propoganda is the text from a promotional brochure of an outfit named Novelty Shipping & Trad­ ing Co. based in Piraeus, Greece. This particular manning agency was urging the use of Pakistanis as shipboard labor contracted through Novelty. "Low- wage Pakistani seamen . . . should be considered the best choice be­ tween Asian nationals. They are hard workers, obedients, tames. . .and do not drink as their religion forbids it." In addition, the brochure stated, the Pakistanis would be a bargain because their government forbids them from suing ship operators in any dispute over wages and work­ ing conditions. Another tactic employed by governments in cahoots with this system of exploitation, is to de­ mand a portion of the seaman's wages be sent directly to the man­ ning agency or the national treas­ ury itself. Additionally, the Burma government has ruled it illegal for a seaman to keep any pay received as a result of an action involving the ITF. The Soviet Union is selling its seamen in order to bring an infu­ sion of hard currency into the troubled economy of the giant na­ tion. The country's merchant ma­ rine ministry peddles Soviet sea­ men, charges its clients in hard currency and pays Soviet seafar­ ers in rubles—a currency of little value. These days the runaway-flag system is fraught with abuse of internationally-accepted stand­ ards and chock full of incidents of exploitation of the seamen who crew these ships. Rackets are Rampant Double bookkeeping, withhold­ ing wages for months, having sea­ men sign papers in languages they do not understand, and threaten­ ing seamen with retribution from their own governments are but a few examples of the kind of dis­ regard for crewmembers that characterizes runaway-flag oper­ ations. With the tempo of abuse speed­ ing up and the proliferation of runaway registries, violations of seamen's working and living con­ ditions become harder to monitor and catch. There are some who ask what is wrong with this system. At the outset, as the world makes strides to elevate human conditions, the runaway-flag system has a ten­ dency to reduce standards on a worldwide basis to their lowest point. The system drags down, rather than raises up, standards of living and business conditions. Standards Must Be Lifted It is the objective of the SIU to oppose such a cheapening of hu­ man life and corporate behavior. The union, along with its brother and sister seafarers' organizations throughout the world, is dedicated to lifting up the conditions of all maritime workers. The ITF is trying its damdest to elevate the working condi­ tions for seamen on flag-of-convenience ships. Despite these ef­ forts, there is much left undone, and this is a challenge to the civ­ ilized shipping community. In a world the president of the United States has proclaimed as being ready for a "new order," when societies around the globe are seeking to dismantle govern­ ment systems of tyranny, it seems particularly incongruous that in the shipping sector a device should continue which, in effect, allows the exploitation of those who are ill-prepared to protect themselves. Seafarers Show Solidarity with Israeii Sea Officers Union 4; The SIU extended the "broth­ erhood of the sea" to members of the Israeli Sea Officers Union last month who were protesting the policy of Zim Israel Navigation Co. to abandon the Israeli flag and transfer its vessels to flag-of-convenience registries. The Israeli licensed officers union spokesman, Eli Romano, noted that Zim increasingly has em­ ployed fewer Israeli seamen. He estimates that Zim's operation in­ cludes only 25 or so Israeli-flagged ships. The remainder of Zim's ves­ sels, which are either owned or chartered by the company, are being transferred to the registries of Liberia, Hong Kong and Sin­ gapore. The union's members on the Zim Besor, which is registered in Liberia, struck early in April while docked in New Orleans. The Besor's eight officers stopped their strike after the union received an order from the Israeli court. How­ ever, the union indicated it would continue to fight against Zim's flagging-out tactics. Upon learning of the Israeli Sea Officers Union beef with Zim, the Seafarers moved to demonstrate its support of a fellow seamen's union, which is—like the SIU— an affiliate of the International Transport Workers Federation (ITF). Seafarers met members of the Israeli union in Port Elizabeth, N.J. and Savannah, Ga. in order to show support in the event of a strike against two of Zim's con­ tainer ships. For the time being, the Israeli Sea Officers decided not to conduct a strike but to continue discussions with the Company. The Haifa-based Zim, with a fleet of some 90 ships and 250 ports-of-call, is one of the world's largest shipping companies. •'V ''Ah ^ -'S.'X-i In Savannah, Ga. SIU member Joe Boevink is flanked by Chief Steward Jack Biton (left) and Second Mate Hanock Feigenlaum, both Israeli seamen sailina aboard Zim vessels. AM • Joining Israeli Sea Officers Union representative Eli Romano (second from left) in Elizabeth, N.J. are SIU members (left to right) Adolf Strawinski, Edd Morris, Don Presley, Edward Doruth and Bobby Gorbea. Seaf^rs arrive in Savannah to show solidarity with members of the Israeli Sea Officers Union who are protesting Zim's policy of flagging-out its vessels and replacing Israeli crewmembers. 'j KWiSs �•r .•-• June Of '"•/ imembersmp '' ARCH 16-AFRU^__! MARCH |SSS:'^" -•40 'port ew York j, hiiadelphia., "^1 f Ml r.* 2. ^ ^ > . Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis piney Point Totals tT I t 33 ^ II n15 ^ .335 30 . m:, 22 A'- ^ 9 V. A ' ' '43 10 ;v I 27 I /, « 199 98 ;ii,.:2-. r:4 ^ ^4 I , '•Z -Z* . A 3 ® 8 5 I 13 10 ^ - s ^ 3 * 5., 5' ' 0 ^ 333 , '<" ; 25 I . ' • ivVi/ 40 l?G,NEDEpi'« 3 '"'"•6\ 4 ^ I s ,i 1 3 » 6 9 35 i,.ic V» •:>'• 3 ... V.Vi • .-,4 .»^S. -s •'ip SIQ®!? 0 2:4 •;.. 33 'v'v,'..: '•v. 71 143 86 - •'. 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Monday, 3uW ^ New York Tuesday , 3^ 4 Tuesday, 3uly 9 PhaadelpWa . ?'.:V' Wednesday, 3RJJ®W, Wednesday, 3ulydO BaWdmore — -— h,'\ hi ^ 7 • 5 8 6 •10 ^ " '14" 2 7 ' '' ^ H 14 6 14 13 17 3* • ' 15 ^ 9 .31 • i;> •' y-i^'?., 5 •^- 1 3 ft, 0 0 ".'1 ® e 7 5 - ; « 13 5 .7 15 12 .58 5V ^ )U6 9c ''•i • ... r"' . 5 188 ® « •', �: •':, ^:.V...,:,. --_^,;'-.-,-^^•^ v^:' -T-"\r"'-:.-••••:"•• . ^ •• •'^ '• r-^\ ' ,., ""'L? 1?;^-,., ^ ^ |I -r SiSililii®#-^ . 5[AFAREItS m •'fe':-. , ' -v%"' Text of Paul Hall Lecture MAY 1991 .T J Whitehurst: U.S. Ships Key to National Interests, U.S. Maritime Sector Must Go On Offensive [ . V-vr •'•• " ''' 'w'' , ''-"'^L"^V': • "'v ••: "iV- vi^/'r;;:_^.. •-' ' •' f: 'Cl':':i ':'' . • • .- -€'•-• i ;••':• '''V'<!;.w ":&s>r;"f'. "' lj'':J.;.Vv^.''^'f.r'!'wr:".',; • :v: • • Several years ago, a very popular album by the well known British recording star, Roger Whittaker, was re­ leased in the United States.' One of the songs in this album was entitled "Why." The recurring refrain line was, "Will the last word ever spoken be why—why. Will the last word ever spoken be why?" That is the question posed this afternoon but in a maritime context. Will the last word ever spoken over a dying maritime industry be—why? Before addressing that question and the follow-on ques­ tion of what, if anything, can be done, it is first necessary to define the term maritime industry and then describe the present day-to-day conditions under which the industry operates. As to a definition: The maritime industry discussed here is composed only of those components which can be considered essential to our national security in the context of a defense policy that has as a central element power projection and the forward deployment of American armed forces. It may be that control of the Mississippi and Ohio rivers and the Great Lakes would be vital were we invaded by Canada and/or Mexico. And the concept of power projec­ tion and forward deployment of forces would certainly be a contradiction in terms should the United States retreat into a fortress America. I believe, however, these scenarios are unlikely and am willing to leave a discussion of the rivers and Great Lakes maritime interests and their place in our national well- being to others more qualified. The emphasis here will be on U.S.-flag, citizen-crewed, ocew shipping and U.S. shipyards that build and repair ocean-going mer­ chant and naval tonnage. A port infrastructure able to handle a rapid throughput of the necessary logistical support for deployed forces is taken as a given. j; ,!' i • •. ••••.•,.: U;>: J --: ••'„ I '4" j'<) Dr. Clinton H. Whitehurst Jr., professor emeritus at Clemson University and senior fellow of the school's Strom Thurmond Institute of Government and Public Affairs, de­ livered the 1991 Paul Hall Memorial Lecture at the Inter­ national Symposium on Coastal Ocean Space Utilization last month in Long Beach, Calif. The lecture is one in a series begun in 1987 by the Paul Hall Memorial Endowment at the University of Southern California. The endowment was established shortly after SlU President Paul Hall died in 1980 by friends and asso­ ciates in organized labor and the maritime industry. Dr. Whitehurst got his doctorate in economics from the University of Virginia after serving as a shipboard radio officer and in the U.S. Army. He joined the U.S. Naval Reserve in 1957 and was posted in naval intelligence as­ signments. In I960 Dr. Whitehurst became a faculty mem­ ber at Clemson University. He is the retired chairman of the institution's department of industrial management and chairman of its engineering management faculty. Respected for his work in the field of transportation. management and economics. Dr. Whitehurst has served as an adjunct scholar at the American Enterprise Institute of Public Policy Research and as a consultant to various government agencies, the Congress and the Republic of China, among others. The text of Dr. Whitehurst's lecture, entitled "In Search df an Enduring Maritime Policy," follows. "• '••gg'.-.^ • 'Power projection and forward de­ ployment of American forces to insure security of U.S. vital inter­ ests has been established policy...' j 4||4£1 -#£44 •"i" :4;r MM Power projection and forward deployment of American forces to insure the security of U.S. vital interests has been established policy at least since the end of World War II. In essence, the concept means that if our national interests can be protected by deploying American power rather than making a stand on Long Island, the Delmarva Peninsula or along the California coast, then that is a better way to go. It is a policy, however, that requires a strong maritime posture as an essential prerequisite. Now to a brief description of the day-to-day conditions under which U.S.-flag shipping and shipyards operate in peacetime. They are fairly straightforwaid. (I) Ocean shipping and shipyards are, and always have been, relatively small contributors to our peacetime national product. And since small numbers in terms of employment and output are generally less important to politicians, a continuing strong case must be made for spending taxpayer dollars on things maritime. (2) Foreign trade, as a contributor to America's gross national product, is small compared to many countries in the world. In the 1980s, exports and imports averaged about 10 percent of GNP. The United States is not a nation that is critically dependent on its foreign trade even though the dollar amounts involved are quite large. Notwithstanding, however, the relatively small portion of GNP accounted for by foreign trade, the United States, as a nation, is still at one end of the largest collection of trading routes in the world. Its power as a sovereign nation to influence what happens to trade, and the means of conducting trade on these routes, is enormous. (3) The role of ships and shipyards as essential compo­ nents of our national security posture is not well understood or appreciated by a majority in Congress or by many of those in the executive branch responsiblefor fashioning and implementing a maritime policy. This is something the maritime industry is loathe to admit since, from their point of view, the case is self evident. I suggest that whatever monies have been appropriated and whatever programs put in place in support of shipping and shipyards over the past 35 years are better explained, though not entirely, by log rolling and pork barrel politics than by an administration, or a majority in Congress, acting in the belief that ships and shipyards are critical variables in the national defense equa­ tion. (4) Nor is the role of shipyards and ships relative to our national defense posture well understood by the general public. What they do know is that the industry is subsidized. What they do not know is how relatively few tax dollars are involved. What they perceive is a high wage industry and woefully inefficient compared to its foreign competition. What they do not know is that marked improvements in competitiveness have been, and are being made. For exam­ ple, absent government subsidies, 'American shipyards are generally competitive with their European counterparts. 'Historically, the maritime com­ munity has been made up of a co­ alition whose members, as often as not, have conflicting goals.' (5) Historically, the maritime community has been made up of a coalition whose members, as often as not, have conflicting goals. The seagoing and shipyard unions have their agenda, as do the ship operators and shipyards, as do the Military Sealift Command, naval shipyards and seaport interests. TTie present, long-ruiuiing battle between ship operators and shipyards over operators receiving operating difierential subsidies on foreign-built ships, is not the first time, nor will it be the last, that coalition members disagree over a particular maritime program. The thing too often forgotten is that coalition members have more in common than not. In time of war, conditions under which U.S.-flag ships and shipyards operate are understood well by the general public, bureaucrats and the Congress and need no retelling here. The remainder of my remarks will be a review of the major causes of the maritime industry's fall from grace, as I see them, and some reflections and recommendations with respect to a future maritime policy. As to causes, not necessarily in order of importance: • Loss ofan effective maritime advocate in Washington. • An industry slow to incorporate advances in maritime technology. • Ever higher vessel operating and building costs. • Continual warfare between ship operators and ship­ builders over the last decade. • A maritime industry that has circled the wagons; one that has settled into a defensive mode; one that opts to react rather than act. • A maritime industry that allowed opponents to choose national defense scenarios, that is, rationalize the role of merchant ships in time of national emergency or conflict. Some comments on these causes in more detail include: In 1950 the Maritime Commission, charged under the Merchant Marine Act of 1936 with overall responsibility for the well being of America's maritime industry, was abolished as an independent agency and became part of the Etepartment of Commerce. A reorganization in 1961created an independent ocean shipping regulatory agency, the Fed­ eral Maritime Commission, and left the promotion of the industry to a Maritime Administration still within the De­ partment of Commerce. 'The price for an irresponsible in­ dustry in this period was exacted in the 1970s and '80s as the long term decline...accelerated.' In 1966 Congress rejected including the Maritime Ad­ ministration into the newly created Department of Trans­ portation. In tum, in 1968, President Johnson pocket vetoed a bill recreating an independent Maritime Administration. And as we all know, in 1981 the Maritime Administration did become a part of the Department of Transportation. The responsible agency administrator was demoted from an Assistant Secretary of Commerce to an agency head, among many, within DOT. It might be noted that the Department of Commercecared less about the transfer and was probably happy to be rid of an irksome responsibility. In 1968 the question of who speaks for the maritime community came to a head when the Acting Maritime Administrator refused to testify before the House Subcom­ mittee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries on the grounds that the president had designated another in the administra­ tion to testify on a pending maritime bill. This at a time when the Maritime Administrator was an Assistant Secretary of Commerce. Twenty-two years later another Maritime Ad­ ministrator failed to have cargo reservation included as part of a comprehensive U.S.-Soviet Union maritime agreement. Pressures from the Department of Commerce, the Depart­ ment of State and the Office of the U.S. Trade Representa­ tive were simply too great. Pick a date, but at some time in the past, the maritime industry lost an effective voice in Washington. Notwithstanding all of the American innovations and contributions to maritime technology, the LASH, containerships and the world's first nuclear powered merchant ship, to name several, U.S.-flag operators were slow to adopt the cost-saving technologies that couiited most—diesel power plants, the automated bridge and the automated engine room, all of which reduced crew size and costs. Nor were American shipyards all that innovative. They went happily on building ships, at higher and higher costs, using techniques long since abandoned by foreign compet­ itors. If the maritime industry was slow off the mark in tech­ nology application, management and maritime unions con­ tributed little in the way of making American ships internationally competitive in the quarter century following World War II. Maritime wages outran wages in other sec­ tors of the economy while crew sizes and work rules in shipyards added to costs with no increase in productivity. There was some symmetry, however. Shipyards turned out ships built with excess labor that in tum were operated by excessive crews. Remember though, it takes two to tango. Management acquiesced at every step along the way. In brief, the operating differential subsidy and the constraction differential subsidy concept were heavily abused in the 1950s, '60s and early '70s. And in those cases where sub­ sidies were not available to the ship operator, the alternative was to build in foreign yards and operate under foreign flags. The price of an irresponsible industry in this period was exacted in the 1970s and '80s as the long term decline of the U.S.-flag fleet accelerated. The highest price exacted, however, was an intangible which did not show up on any financial statement. It was loss of public support. In 1977 the Maritime Administration allowed large tank­ ers built with CDS monies to participate in the movement of Alaska cmde oil to the lower 48 states. The rationale was that given aperiodic shortage of Jones Act tankers,granting waivers (up to six months in a 12-month period) to CDS built tankers, was logical. Logical as such might seem, in the long mn it pitted the traditional Jones Act operators against tanker operators engaged in foreign commerce. In 1981 when the Reagan administration ended funding for CDS builds and opened a window for ODS liner opera­ tors to build foreign, the result was easy to foresee: a continuing conflict between liner operators and the ship­ yards. Aside from the build-foreign issue^ skirmishes also took place with respect to registering foreign-built ships under the American flag and allowing them to participate in the protected Jones Act trades. One of the most visible battles was the 1983-84 fight to reflag the foreign-built Cunard Princess and Cunard Countess and employ them in the cruise trades. Shipyard opposition prevented the enact­ ment of the necessary legislation. To date, divisions within the industry have forestalled action on a number of bills to update the ODS program. Since 1975 when cargo reservation for American-flag tankers was vetoed by President Ford, and later in 1977 defeated in Congress, the maritime industry has settled into a react rather than act mode. When maritime subsidies have been attacked in Congress, in the press, by OMB, individual members of the Federal Maritime Commission and just about everyone else, the response, as often as not, has been timid, if not apologetic. The proven notion that attack is sometimes the best defense was all but forgotten. Who here could not defend adequately a $250 million annual maritime appropriation in contrast to our multi-billion farm income stabilization program, specifically the one billion dollar plus indirect subsidy given a few thousand American sugar producers; or defend maritime tax dollar expenditures When viewed alongside multi-billion dollar cost overruns and cancellations in defense contracts; or justify in terms of costs and benefits our billions for international development and humanitarian assistance? Consider some tradeoffs. For the price of one B1B bomber, 84 U.S.-flag ships operating under ODS agreements could be kept at sea for one year, or keeping the same number of ships at sea for two years in lieu of reactivating just one battleship; or ten 1650 TFEU containerships could be built under a 35 percent CDS program instead of one SSN-688 attack submarine.^ In terms of taxpayer dollar outlays, a modest ODS and CDS program can be defended if the will is there as can bilateral cargo sharing and unilateral cargo reservation pro­ grams. However, when cargo reservation or bilateral agree­ ments are discussed, it is the exporter and importer that dominate the debate. Seldom mentioned is that a 10 percent share of U.S. bulk imports and exports could keep 50 ships at sea, approximately the amount of merchant tonnage taken from the ready reserve force (NDRF) in support of Desert Shield and Desert Storm. It also might be noted that it is far from clear that cargo sharing arrangements on the order of 10-20 percent reservation for American ships would signif­ icantly increase the landed cost of our imports and exports. Maritime decision makers have allowed opponents to choose scenarios which make a case for relying entirely on foreign-flag, foreign-crewed ships in a national emergency. It has been a long time since the Battle of the North Atlantic and those early days in 1942 when the east coast was silhouetted with burning merchant ships. No question then about the need for U.S.-flag merchant ships and seamen. But it has been 45 years since the United States fought a war at sea, and the public forgets. With no losses at sea, it is not difficult to make a case for chartering low cost, foreign-flag shipping to support essentially land wars such as Korea and Vietnam. No ship losses—^no problem. But as history con­ tinually shows us, the unexpected does occur, and nothing is that certain. Consider just this one scenario. Mainland China decides to blockade or invade Taiwan as a means of forcing unification of the two Chinas. Under the Taiwan Relations Act, the stated policy of the United States is "to declare that peace and stability in the area are in the political, security and economic interests of the United States, and are matters of international concern (and) to consider any effort to determine the future of Taiwan by other than jjeaceful means, including boycotts or embargoes, a threat to the peace and security of the Western Pacific area and of grave concern to the United States." 'Seldom mentioned is that a 10 percent share of U.S. bulk im­ ports and exports could keep 50 ships at sea...' Now consider the recently reported statement by Chien Wei-chang, vice chairman of Peking's Political Consulta­ tive Conference. He said that delaying talks on the reunifi­ cation of the two Chinas is only one of three factors that might trigger an invasion of Taiwan. The other two are a Taiwan independence movement and foreign interference in Taiwan's internal affairs. Assuming the United States honors its commitment to Taiwan should Mainland China attempt to forcefully unite the two Chinas, it will be a sea war with a vengeance. Imagine in this scenario Philippine, Hong Kong, Malaysian, Indonesian^ Panamanian or any other foreign-crewed ship running an air-sea blockade such as imposed by Nazi Ger­ many upon Britain after the fall of France in 1940. While some might argue we would never commit forces in defense of Taiwan, they had best remember we had no commitment at all to liberate Kuwait. Wars on the oceans are not a thing of the past. The possibilities are real and must be prepared for. In such conflicts an adequate and active U.S.-flag, U.S.-crewed merchant marine willing to sail in harm's way is not an option among several for the United States, it is the only option. Now some reflections and recommendations, all the time realizing that they were not etched in stone and handed down from on high. Nonetheless they represent some 45 years experience with the maritime world and, in my view, logical in terms of the points made this afternoon.. • Reestablish an independent Maritime Commission as specified in the original Merchant Marine Act of 1936. The new agency would include responsibility for promotion of the U.S. maritime industry, defined to include ocean ship­ ping, major shipyards and seaports. Regulatory functions of the present Federal Maritime Commission would be a part of a reconstituted Maritime Commission and would be limited to guaranteeing fair play for American-flag ships engaged in international trade and enforcing bilateral and multilateral cargo-sharing agreements to which the United States is signatory. • The option of negotiating bilateral/multilateral cargo sharing agreements with our bulk trading partners as a means of insuring a designated amount of U.S.-flag tonnage in these trades should be unambiguously enacted into law. The tonnage needed to maintain an adequate shipbuilding mobilization base and the tonnage needed to insure suffi­ cient logistical support for deployed forces in time of emer­ gency would determine the amount (percent) of cargo reserved for U.S.-flag shipping. There would be no operat­ ing subsidies for this shipping. '...bilateral/multilateral cargo sharing agreements with our bulk trading partners...should be unambiguously enacted into law' Those questioning the bilateral approach in international transport might note that bilateral agreements are the rule in international aviation and that this approach hardly has hurt American-flag carriers in the international movement of air passengers and cargo in spite of significantly higher Amer­ ican wages. And if there are additional costs imposed on the public by a cargo reservation policy, the cost would, in general, be spread over the population as a whole, which is precisely how any national defense expenditure should be borne. • A new ODS program for liner shipping would include complete freedom of action with respect to trade routes and the general employment of the vessel. Inactive ODS vessels would be maintained at government expense in a "quick breakout" status, ODS payments would resume when the vessel returned to active service. Liner firms would have the option of building foreign and receiving an operating sub­ sidy. • Tankers, bulk carriers and combination vessels partic­ ipating in bilateral/multilateral cargo-sharing agreements would be eligible for CDS and built in U.S. shipyards. Vessels built for service in the non-contiguous Jones Act trades (Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands and Pacific territories) would be eligible for CDS. Building for the U.S.-foreign bulk trades, off-shore Jones Act trades and Navy buildin^repair work would be the underpinning for a shipyard mobilization base. With respect to building bulk carriers, it is not unreason­ able to assume that U.S. shipyards could build world class bulk carriers with a 35 percent construction subsidy. Coop­ eration between seagoing unions respecting crew size, the Navy with respect to national defense features, our best naval architects with respect to design, ships built in series, and shipyard management and labor bringing it all together, is an attainable goal. • Naval shipyards would be privatized. At a time of record federal deficits, high cost defense options cannot be defended when there are acceptable, lower cost, alternatives available. • The United States must be the lead player in establish­ ing universal safety of life at sea regulations with respect to vessel operation and construction. The American position would be both firm and flexible. Firm with respect to insisting on reasonable and proven standards; flexible in not insisting on present U.S. requirements. Once agreements are in place, the operative word will be enforcement—be­ ginning with uncompromising enforcement on U.S. trade routes. .• •- - • ' tt' ' • Jones Act restrictions would be limited to U.S.-flag, U.S.-built ships employed in the non-contiguous trades. The single requirement for U.S. coastal, intercoastal and Great Lakes shipping would be majority U.S. citizen ownership— nothing more. ' 'In no case should the United States drift into a nationalized merchant marine.' • The role of the Military Sealift Command with respect to all aspects of commercial ocean shipping would be reviewed with the view in mind of sunsetting the agency or that part dealing with commercial shipping activities. The burden of proof would be on those arguing the essentiality of the MSG, not on the U.S.-flag carriers. In no case should the United States drift into a nationalized merchant marine. It might be noted that when naval auxiliaries are added to vessels in the NDRF and RRF, maritime prepositioned ships, the eight SL-7's and the Military Sealift Command's titled and controlled fleet,a significant part of our merchant marine is already government owned, i.e., nationalized. • The original concept of a national defense featiue, as envisioned in the Merchant Marine Act of 1936, would become the policy of the Maritime Administration (Mari­ time Commission) and the Department of Defense. In brief, that policy is one in which a merchant vessel is designed, first and foremost, to meet the demands of trade. The concept of a ship designed for "all reasons," an idea period­ ically put forward by MSG, Congress and the Maritime Administration, should finally be put to rest. No one is that sure of what the demands of trade will be 10 or even five years down the line. An internationally competitive mer­ chant vessel must be just that and nothing more. The purpose of an NDF will be only to make a commer­ cial vessel more suitable as a logistics support vessel in time of war or national emergency, not to provide a naval or military auxiliary operating in the guise of a merchant ship. • In 1980 then candidate Reagan made his oft-quoted promise with respect to turning over to commercial ship operators a portion of the responsibility for operating and crewing naval auxiliaries. That proposaJ was made over 10 years ago. Two years ago Congress recognized World War II merchant seamen as being deserving of full veteran status. It should not take another 43 years for the Navy to recognize the loyalty and dedication of the citizen mariner and use him to the fullest extent possible. In conclusion, I would like to explicitly make two points that have been implicitly made throughout my remarks this afternoon. They are: National defense expenditures are not an exclusive line item in the Pentagon's budget. Treating federal expendi­ tures in support of our maritime industry as defense dollars is both justified and logical. While no one questions the primacy of military control of merchant shipping and other maritime assets in a national emergency, the record is quite clear that a privately owned and operated U.S.-flag mer­ chant marine and privately operated shipyards are the best way to insure that the necessary maritime assets are in place and ready to go in time of conflict. The second point is that cargo comes before ships. For the past decade most proposals to stop the hemorrhaging of maritime assets have concentrated on ships, seemingly as­ suming that cargo would be there to support those ships. It is a case of the cart before the horse and must be recognized as such. If there are, in fact, other, more cost-effective options besides bilateral/multilateral cargo sharing agree­ ments, they should be made explicit. The time for waffling on the cargo issue is long past. In 1937 a blue ribbon panel considered ways to imple­ ment America's new maritime policy as set forth in the Merchant Marine Act of 1936. They concluded: "We are about to start again, not in a riot of enthusiasm, not with an expenditure of billions, but with a carefully planned program that gives due regard to the factors of need, method, and cost. Therein, we believe, lies our hope for the future of the American merchant marine." Not a word of that statement need be changed now some 54 years later. •4-. •' ,K'. - -4 ' v" #^'-:4 v.,#:;:; v" fv" -f.', 4^. !v V:r4®44 •••• 'c• h.\% ££4;:,(|!^|4.:::g:;4/44;:4'£ • •''v4£-: ->44; £^4#:.£. . 4-;, :4';;;;4;:::;4:44;; . L 4 •.'sr'" . Roger Whittaker, In Concert, RCA Records, New York, NY. 4 In 1989, $220.4 million in ODS was accrued on 84 U.S.-flag ships (60 liners and 24 bulk carriers). One BIB bomber cost $270.4 million. Reactivating one Iowa class baUleship cost $440.8 million. The cost of a 1650 TFEU containership built without subsidy in a U.S. yard in 1990 was $129 million. One SSN-688 submarine cost $456 million. ^ Taiwan Rctof/o/is Act, Section 2(b) 4,6. * At present Virgin Islands ate not under Jones Act cabotage restric­ tions. . ^ •' .• '<1 • • •• V 4- •'"": - -.'-'J.,-'-' J-'" i ' .1 r. • • •riri=--«Tr-v^*V' "' , •• |||444;4:.#gigb7^ v.-:;,;:-:.,: y:irW?.y ,.-'444_ ;• 4 .",£, " ' 'i 0"' : • �yp!tppjp:: p:: SBAFARBRS LOG '•" ' '" ' 1^ ', ';',\i% • Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes ' ,' ,'; CL—Company/Lakes L—Lakes r,^ „L'X:' MAR. 16-APR. 15, 1991 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP , 0 Port TOTAL SHIPPED "REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP STEWARD DEPARTMENT ^4 >>.« T 4 Port 0 ' ._ 7 0 .. 0 * ENTRY DEPARTMENT Totals Ail Departments 0 54 15 0 63 0 0 138 36 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED AU Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT •-• •'; • ' •• MARCH 16-APRIL 15, 1991 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 'l I'"'' HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way : U Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC ^ 'yp!-pSyt'!r|'':p-.- :., 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, Ml 48001 (313) 794-4988 ;• -vippfP, pP;' • , *!! r BALTIMORE 1216 E. 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' -M' '4"y; "v''!-' •• Mobile; AL 36605 (205) 478-0916 'P' PipiSPiy.''"" NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 •P- • NEWOIlLEANS^P 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 P:p-srr.'ppp .;• (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK . 675 Fourth Ave. '1\- < Brooklyn, NY 11232 ...P'f.:'p. i'' • (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK • PP:ppP; • 115 Third St. Norfolk. VA 23510 (804)622-1892 PHILADELPHIA ' P'2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 , (215) 336-3818 p • ' , :''P; PINEY POINT i' St. Mary's County Piney Point, MD 20674 \ p.,'V'y.-' (301) 994-0010 p||§i::ppp SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. yyyy-. San Francisco, CA 94105 P(415)543-5855 •: Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 , P, SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. ; • Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 . (809) 721-4033 • P' \ ^ 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 ? (206)441-1960P^ . ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. ? St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213) 549-4000 I--:; ;;-yp;;i;.'y.pp'p. y P'^;i'!Pep.'-y;.:-yp: r - -•y.yyi.'yPi^tr-V.' ••P-p'P;;;Pi;(p • �J.,' " iom ith^aTaai mm 17 Bosun George Cruz Killed In Accident Along Dock Recertified Bosun. George L. Cruz was fatally injured April I in the Saudi Arabian port of Ad Damman when the finger lift he was driving lost its brakes and flipped on top of him. The 35-year-old crewmember aboard the Cape Hudson managed to steer the hoist from two other crewmembers before the fatal ac­ cident, according to a report sub­ mitted to the Seafarers LOG by Ship's Chairman Kevin Hare, Sec­ retary Humberto Ortiz and AB Ben Ahakueio. Cruz was bringing the finger lift down the ship's ramp from the weather deck when the brakes gave out. The report noted the vehicle raced out of control com­ ing down the ramp to the dock. It threw OSs Bob Bridger and Gene Perez to one side before making a 90 degree spin and flipping on top of Cruz. Bosun Was Pinned Bridger and Perez—both of whom were injured—and other crewmembers were unable to free the bosun until military equipment arrived. Cruz was taken by heli­ copter to an Army Emergency Hospital where he passed away during surgery. Cape Hudson crewmembers held a memorial service for the bosun where was remembered as "a wonderful person. [He] was a sweetheart of a guy with a pleasant personality, soft spoken and al­ ways smilinjg. He was well liked by his shipmates and will be deeply missed." Cruz shipped primarily from the union hall in his native Brooklyn, AB Jim McHugh (left) and Cook Louise Martin senred with Bosun George Cruz aboard the Cape Hudson. Bosun George Cruz N.Y. Port Agent Kermett Mangram said Cruz was very involved in all union activities taking place around the port. "He always wanted to know what he could do to help," Mangram recalled. Cruz graduated from the Sea­ farers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in December 1972. Notes from several of his instruc­ tors stated he was a good student and hard worker who had the makings of a good mariner. Believed In Upgrading The deck department member returned to Piney Point several times to upgrade with his last visit being the fall 1990 bosun recertification class. Upon his graduation in November, he told members he "was very proud to be a member of this union. Keep going because we are family." Cruz is survived by his wife. Ana Marie, three daughters and a son. AB Ben Ahakueio (center), sur­ rounded by Messman Steve Martin (left) and Steward Assistant Ramon de la Paz, provided the Seafarers LOG with photographs from the Cape Hud­ son crewmember's sen/ice for Cruz. Above from left. Cape Hudson crew­ members AB Guillermo Quinones, Steward Assistant Ramon de la Paz and Chief Steward Humberto Ortiz return from George Cruz's memorial service. In photo at right, George Cruz listens to an instructor during the bosun recertification course at Piney Point last fall. • f'' . WlXf: ... Finance Committee at Work The SlU finance committee, made up of rank-and-file Seafarers elected by the membership, met last month to review the union's records for the year. Seated around the table from top left are Pete Loik, bosun; Allan Rogers, bosun; John Fay, SlU secretary-treasurer; Tom Doran, chief electrician (who was elected chairman of the committee); Charlie Clausen, QMED; Joe Pomraning, QMED, and Terry Bader, master sailirig on NATCO vessels. Personal Thomas Curley, who has been an SIU member for 19 years, now, unfortunately, finds himself in the McNeil Island State prison. He wants to say hello to all his brothers and sisters in the Seafarers Union and would enjoy hearing from anyone who would care to write. Any seafarer who would like to correspond with Brother Cur­ ley may write him at the follow­ ing address: Thomas Curley—963375 P.O. Box 1000 Steilacoom, WA 98388 .1:»• USNS Wilkes Crew Celebrates Pusan Arrival After taking part in the Operation Desert Shield buildup, SIU crewmembers from the USNS Wilkes get ready for some shore time in Pusan, South Korea. Black-gang members in the top photo are (left to right) GUDE Joshua Georgiades, OMU Dennis Riley, QMED Donald Smith, OMU Edward Rynberg, First Asst. Engineer George Farris, Third Asst. Engineer David Browning and Second Asst. Engineer George Jacang. Rallying around the flag are ABs Christopher Regan, John O'Neal and Michael Thomas, OS Dwyen Ringbauer and Chief Steward Ben Henderson, who supplied the photographs. �SOFARCRS IJOG • -•••' .\ ••C^ • • •'• -\:-':.v.- yi^ •r^ . ' y. J i , Know Your Rights inquiring ::N JVK-;'' !BijB^//,.>f^/! ^'-:-1 i • ''/y.-^.u^^'', j.«, /I Question: What would you like to see the government do to as­ sist the U.S.-flag merchant ma­ rine? (Asked of SIU members at the union hall in Jacksonville, Fla.) Tom Harris, QMED—l would like to see more subsi­ dies and cargo preference. They should put some kind of restriction on foreign-flag ves­ sels so U.S. ships can compete with them. Steve Walters, Inland Engi­ neer—^Trade re­ strictions and cargo prefer­ ence. With trade restrictions, it would open up more cargo for U.S. bottoms. Charles White­ head, Able Bod­ ied Seaman— would like to see them give us more cargo for our ships which in tum would give us more jobs. Frank Rakas Chief StewardMore jobs and more ships. I've seen the decline of the U.S.-flag merchant ma­ rine since 1945 and wish Congress would do something to stop it. MarkDePalma, Able Bodied Sea­ man—^That's a tough one. More ships and more jobs. They should ex­ pand the Ready Reserve Force fleet and keep it up. Calvin Ste­ phens, Able Bodied Sea­ man—^For one thing, congress­ men should be more interested than they have been and get a few more ships. They should find out the mer­ chant marine is as needed as the military. Jose A. Tobio, Able Bodied Seaman—I have asked many times for more ships. When they need us, they call us the fourth arm of defense. When they don't need us, they put us in the garbage and call us bums. Antionette King, Steward Assistant— Give us plenty of ships and give us plenty of good jobs. We need to keep the ships going. Dave New­ man, Bosunr- -I would like to see the Public Health Service return to assist all the merchant seamen. That's the most they could do for us. Eric Bain, QMED—Give it more support and find out more about what the merchant marine is all about It doesn't seem like they know what we do. Valentin Martinez, OMU—Re­ open the Public Health centers. Work with us and remember us in peace. Seafarers Welfare Plan Notice COBRA: Continuation Health Coverage Seafarers or their dependents who have lost eligibility for health care coverage under the rules and regulations of the Seafarers Wel­ fare Plan, may be eligible to purchase, at a premium, welfare cover­ age directly from the plan. Seafarers who have lost their eligibility for plan coverage must notify the plan office immediately to find out whether or not they or their dependents may elect to continue benefits under this program. To obtain more information about this program. Seafarers may call the membership services office at: 1-800-CLAIMS-4 (1-800252-4674) or may write to: COBRA Program Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. (The April 1989 edition of the Seafarers LOG contains a com­ plete description of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconcilia­ tion Act—^r COBRA—program.) FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters Dis­ trict makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The con­ stitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Trea­ surer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, makes examina­ tion each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their find­ ings and recommendations. Mem­ bers of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recom- ihendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are adminis­ tered in accordance with the provis­ ions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representa­ tives and their alternates. All expen­ ditures and disbursements of tmst funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and se­ niority are protected exclusively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If mem­ bers believe there have been viola­ tions of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employ­ ers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, retum receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as re­ ferred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Ap­ peals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as fil­ ing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contrac­ tual rights properly, they should con­ tact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individ­ ual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been re­ affirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsi­ bility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. Hie Executive Board may delegate, from among its rpks, one individual to carry out this re­ sponsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU un­ less an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such pay­ ment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an of­ ficial receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time a member feels any other mem­ ber or officer is attempting to de­ prive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately no­ tify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in em­ ployment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Con­ sequently, no member may be dis­ criminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geo­ graphic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION— SPAD. SPAD is a separate segre­ gated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes in­ cluding, but not limited to, further­ ing the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and fur­ thering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boat­ men and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contri­ bution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the mem­ ber should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate ac­ tion and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his economic, po­ litical and social interests, and American trade imion concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been de­ nied his constitutional right of ac­ cess to Union records or information, he should immedi­ ately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 52(H Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. ' '/'l., ''i •'.1; �MAY 1991 T he Seafarers Pension Flan an­ nounces the retirement of 15 members this month. Ten of those signing off sailed in the deep sea di­ vision while two belonged to the in­ land division and three sailed on Great Lakes ships. Deck department member Fred A. Serrahn has been a member longer than any of the others to re­ tire. Brother Serrahn joined the Sea­ farers in 1944. At 71, galley gang member Wil­ liam Mitchell is the oldest of the new pensioners. He celebrated his birthday in March. Brief biographical sketches of these and the other new pensioners follow: To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who re­ cently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happi­ ness and health in the days ahead. DEEP SEA MACKG. RICE, 65, joined the union in 1969 in the port of New York. Bom in Mississippi, he served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. Brother Rice was a member of the galley gang. He calls Balti­ more home. HAYWOOD S. BUTLER, 66, joined the Seafar­ ers in May 1972 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. The Florida na­ tive sailed in the engine department. He upgraded to QMED at the Lundeberg School in 1985.' Brother Butler has retired to Merritt Island, Fla. KENNETH G. SANFORD, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1955 in the port of New York. The Navy veteran was bom in Texas. Brother Sanford sailed in the engine depart­ ment. He also is a member of Dis­ trict 2-MEBA. He resides in Kinder, , La. JOSE GONZA­ LEZ, 65, joined the SIU in 1955 in the port of New York. Bom in Spain, he shipped in the deck department. Brother Gonzalez became a recertified bosun at the Lundeberg School in 1974. He calls Brooklyn, N.Y. home. • FRED A. SERRAHN, 64, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York. The Wisconsin native sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Brother Serrahn last shipped as an able bodied seaman aboard the Sea-Land Newark Bay. He lives in Sturgeon Bay, Wis. JOSEPH F. KALATA, 64, joined the union in 1954 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. The native of Maryland served in the Air Force from 1944 to 1946. Brother Kalata sailed in the deck department. His last vessel was the Puerto Rico Marine Carolina. He resides in Baltimore. GEORGE F. STROPICH, 66, joined the union in March 1947 in the port of Gal­ veston, Texas. Bom in Michi­ gan, he upgraded his engine department rating to QMED in 1975 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Stropich has retired to Houston, Texas. WILLIAM A. MITCHELL, 71, joined the Seafarers i in the port of Norfolk, Va. He was bom in South Carolina and served in the Navy from 1938 to 1961. Brother Mitchell shipped as a chief cook before he retired to Ches­ apeake, Md. JASPER TATE, 60, joined the Seafarers in 1955 in the port of Houston. The na­ tive of Louisiana shipped in the black-gang. Brother Tate's last vessel before re­ tiring to Lake Charles, La. was the OMl Charger. ; 'if' i1^"* ANTHONY PALING, 63, joined the SIU in 1950 in the port of New York. The New Jersey native served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. He upgraded to recer­ tified bosun in 1974 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Palino lives in Garfield, N.J. INLAND MELVING. MOORE, 67, joined the SIU in 1962 in the port of Houston. He was bom in Michigan and served in the Army from 1946 to 1947. Boatman Moore sailed as an AB for G&H Towing. He calls Corpus Christi, Texas home. STUART STE­ VENS, 62, joined the union in 1971 in the port of New Or­ leans. The native of Florida sailed as a tugboat cap­ tain. He resides in New Orleans. GREAT LAKES CLARENCE ELDER, 63, joined the Seafarers in 1956 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Bom in South Caro­ lina, he has shipped for many years as a QMED aboard the St. Clair; He lives in Spartanburg, S.C. GEORGE PIERCE, 62, joined the SIU in 1952 in the port of Detroit. The New York native sailed as a conveyorman aboard the Sam Laud. He resides in Reno, Nevada. ROBERT J. RADZIESKI, 65, joined the union in 1951 in his native Cleve­ land. He sailed as a porter aboard the Paul Townsend. Brother Radzieski still calls Cleveland home. CORRECTION ARTHUR BECK The wrong photo­ graph was pub­ lished with the biography of deep sea member Arthur Beck on the pensioners' page in the April 1991 issue of the Seafarers LOG. This is pensioner Arthur Beck. Soviet Emhassf Has Large Backlog Of Requests for Murman^ Run Medal The government of the Soviet Union has been inundated with requests for the commemorative medals it is issuing to U.S. mer­ chant mariners who sailed in the convoy runs to Murmansk during World War II. Consequently, it is running behind in processing the applications. The Soviets simply were not prepared for the large numbers of requests pouring into the office, according to Nickolay Parshenko, first secretary and consul of the USSR embassy. Seafarer veterans of the Mur­ mansk Run who already have ap­ plied for the Soviet medal can expect a wait of many months be­ fore they will receive word from the Soviet embassy. Processing Time Is Lengthy The process is further compli­ cated by the procedures utilized by the Soviets for processing the re­ quests. Some of the work is done in the Soviet Union, thereby in­ creasing the processing time. The medals, which originally were available only to U.S. mili­ tary personnel, have been designed to thank those who put their lives on the line to help the Soviet Union during the conflict and to offer a token of friendship from the USSR to the United States. Those eligible WWII veterans who have not yet applied for the medal may do so by submitting a written request to the Soviet Con­ sulate Office in Washington, D.C. In this request, the seaman must provide documentation of service in World War II and, specifically. evidence of having sailed on ves­ sels engaged in the convoy(s) to Murmansk. Send Complete Information In order to enable the Soviet Consulate to begin processing a request for the commemorative medal, the following information is required: (1) the merchant ma­ rine veteran's fiill name and cur­ rent mailing address; (2) a full copy of the merchant marine veteran's DD Form 214, "Certifi­ cate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty'^ (which became available to them when they gained veterans status in 1988); and (3) a list of the name(s) of the vessel(s) that the veteran sailed on during the convoys to Mur­ mansk. The written request, as well as the information above, should be sent to: Mr. Nickolay Parshenko, First Secretary and Consul, USSR Embassy Consular Division, 1825 Phelps Place, NW, Washington, D.C. 20008. The Soviet government also will accept applications that in­ clude all of the above-mentioned items submitted by the next of kin for a deceased seaman. Any ques­ tions concerning the issuance of the medal should be sent to the above address. If an eligible veteran has al­ ready applied for the medal, but has not yet received it, patience is requested. The backlog is great, but the SIU has been as­ sured that all applications will be processed. If •¥ 3 I: •: : �SEAFARCRS LOG 20 Steel Ships and Iron Men I'Wv 'r;;,-.,;:- • " •.•••J /">-'i'/' .• • •• Father Sinclair Ouhre is Port Chap­ lain in Beaumont, Texas and an SIU member. He sails during his time off. During his last trip—aboard an ocean­ going tug pulling a 450foot-long barge of trailer trucks—he jotted down his thoughts regarding the voyage and the profession of seafaring. '5-5 — I don't remember if it was that way 11 years ago on the Guadeloupe, or if I have gotten older and realize that it is better to listen and watch rather than try to talk and entertain. Days Today I continued washing down the bulkheads on the fourth deck. I fin­ ished the radio room, the starboard jjassageway, the cross passageway and began working on the stairwell from the bridge. My feet hurt, my back is sore. Progress is occurring but it seems so slow. Word among the crew is that we will be back in the water on Friday. That will be good. The air conditioning will work better, and there will be that feeling that we will be going soon. Day 4 Father Sinclair Oubre cooks the meals on the tug and washes up after them. Day 1 I had begun my vacation after the last Mass at St. Jude's on Sunday, and it was time to put back into service my Z-card that had for too long gathered dust in my drawer. I had grown up in Port Arthur, Texas, and had watched the great fleets of Texaco and Gulf sail past the town. I had the opportunity to get a taste of what it meant to be at sea when I was in college seminary. During the summers of 1978 and 1979,1 sailed as ordinary seaman for a supply boat and as the saloon messman on a coastwise tanker. The memories of watching the foam break before the bow while Ae dolphins played just ahead was something that called me back... to leave the comfort of the rectory and again journey to the sea. I gathered my things and, with my parents to drive my car back to Port Arthur, I set out for the Seafarers' hall in Houston to take care of necessary paperwork and then on to Galveston and the Todd Shipyard. Immediately on boarding the ship, I met Tim the steward. I introduced my­ self and he said once I had completed getting my things aboard to come and eat supper. We had lasagna and spin­ ach. The first day of this adventure ended with visions of Popeye and his spinach. Day 2 It was a little hard to get to sleep last night. I found myself excited and anx­ ious over how I would do. When morn­ ing came I showered and got to the galley for breakfast. Two eggs, ham and an English muffin made up die morning repast. The coffee was not Seaport dark roast, but it was hot and strong. After breakfast the steward set me up with my task for the day and for the rest of the week. I will be soogeying the walls, ceilings and floors on all the decks. I started in the chief mate's room. I worked on it for nine hours. It was not that he was dirty but rather it was a job that had not been done in quite a while. I spent another two hours washing down the port side passageway. With that complete, I was finished both phys­ ically and for the day. llie thing that became apparent to me today was the importance of silence. The day began with much excite­ ment. Word was that we would be out of drydock by tomorrow, then move to Pier 36 and continue the overhaul. At lunch the excitement turned to confusion. Word spread among the crew that the company had lost the cargo, had cancelled the mates and en­ gineers that they had ordered and were going to sign off the crew. The ABs managed to get placed on the China Seal which needed three ABs. The ordinary seamen, the bosun and the pumpman will stay and con­ tinue to do overhaul work. I was called to the captain's office and told that I would be leaving for Lake Charles to join Crowley Towing's deep sea-going tugs as their cook. My travels will now take me to Houston tomorrow morning, then on to Port Arthur/Beaumont where I will re­ stock my cigar box, wash my clothes and check on the mail, and then I head to Lake Charles for a 2000 hour board­ ing. Days I was to be the cook on the El Falcon Grande which was due in at 10:00 that evening. When she passed the point, it was 11:45 p.m. When she was finally tied to the dock it was 12:30, but it was 1:30 a.m. before we could finally get aboard and stow our gear. Bedtime came for me at 2:30 a.m. with the knowledge that in only one hour I was to rise to face the morning rush. Days What actually occurred was that I was the only member of the crew who was upfor breakfast. Everyone else was smart enough tostay in bed. I put every­ thing away and went back to bed. Two hours later it was time to rise for the preparation of lunch. Lunch went well. I was nervous be­ cause I wanted to please the crew and run a professional galley. After lunch, I cleared everything away and went back to bed. This process was continued after supper. It was only after lunch on the second day that I began to feel OK. Day? Life aboard ship has a timeless qual­ ity about it. After a while, it is hard to know if I am preparing lunch or supper and was it this morning that we got on our way or was it yesterday? So far, I have done five meals. The crew seems appreciative. Today, the seas have picked up a little. I saw my first marine life. While standing on the bow after supper, out jumps a flying fish and flies ahead of the tug for 10 seconds. Day 9 This evening we will celebrate the passing of the Yucatan Peninsula with a Mexican dinner. It will consist of DIARY OF A VOYAGE BY FATHER SINCLAIR OUBRE tacos, nachos and whatever else I can find in the storeroom that can have south-of-the-border flavor. If someone prefers something else, I have some pork from yesterday and I will make kebabs with it. Day 10 We had sailed through a lot of rolling seas yesterday, but by evening I had thought they were over for a while. Then on waking this morning they were back again. The idea of spending the next 20 days trying to think of new things to cook, rolling in the galley while things are falling out of the freezer each time I open it and the long days standing at the sink washing up after the meals seem to be less interest­ ing than it was five days ago. Yet, this evening I feel reinvigorated and ready to continue. Day 11 It is now Thursday evening and we are still rocking and rolling along. The captain has said that we will be in Pan­ ama Saturday evening. When wearrive, it will be the same schedule for me, but for the rest of the crew, they will be occupied with off-loading and loading duties. Day 13 The swells became worse and con­ tinued until we reached Panama at 1400 today. It was very frustrating this morn­ ing. I was trying to cook oatmeal. The swells came, the pot slid and I pro­ ceeded to drench the stove top with water. There was a pop, a hiss and then this eerie glow from beneath the burn­ ers. I had so hoped that I had fried out the top of the stove then it would be sandwiches for the rest of the trip, but that was not to be. I do believe that I am now down to two burners. This new situation will make cooking a bit more creative and call for more planning on my part. We are about 10 miles south of the mouth of the canal. When we were coming in the captain pointed it out to me. There is not a community immedi­ ately adjacent to here. It is necessary to take a cab about six miles to the town. That does not sound too appealing for me at this time. It is interesting to sit and listen to the stories and places that my fellow crew­ men have been to. There is a noncha­ lance about the telling. There is no need to elaborate on the stories because someone else has already been there and can verify what they are saying. Yet, what would be an adventure for the average person is just a way of life for the seafarers. Panamanian Customs arrived with five people. They worked quickly and efficiently and were finished in less than twenty minutes. I wonder, though, if the complimentary cigarettes and Coca Colas had any affect on the effi­ ciency. Day 14 Today was Sunday. We will be get­ ting underway for Costa Rica in a few hours. Everything must be ready by that time. As I aim with individual members of the crew more, I learn more about their lives and their wounds. Each man is strong and capable in his task, real pro­ fessionals. Day 15 Yesterday evening, we arrived off the coast of Costa Rica. We were not able to enter the port of Limon because of the swells that were up to nine feet in height and because at 7:00 p.m. the dock workers went on strike. The swells made my life as a cook challenging to say the least. Each time the helmsman would give the hard rudder to start to circle around, I would know of it imme­ diately because everything in the kitchen would start to slide and keep sliding. At 1800 hours we started our ap­ proach into the harbor. The pilot boat came alongside and dropped off the pilot, and one of our ABs hopped aboard so that he could be taken back to the barge. It is at times like these that the seaman makes his money. Day 18 We left Limon at 10:30 a.m. on the 24th of July. It was a feeling of melan­ choly among the crew. It had been a stay of only 12 hours. I have come to know the moral di­ lemma of the maritime cook. That is what to do with all the leftovers. This may not sound like a great problem, but aboard ship, there is not enough storage space to hold the leftovers until they can be used again. Things became exciting this evening when #2 generator went down. The en­ gineers immediately raced to the engine room and started the #1 generator and power \yas restored. Day 19 The seas have been just marvelous all day. It is hard to tell if we are at sea. There is only the most imperceptible roll and light breeze. A day such as this makes going to sea a pleasure and not work. After supper, I went out on deck and to my surprise, my friends the flying fish were joined today by a pack of dolphins. It was wonderful to watch them play in groups of three and four along the port side of the tug and just heady of the bow. Day 22 On Day 20 we arrived in Guatemala. After supper, I went out on deck and watched as we slowly entered and ma­ neuvered into dock. This took about two hours, but was easy because of the open area of the port. We had planned to stop in Honduras first, butour routing was changed and we went straight to Santa Tomas. It was a short stay. On our return, it was straight to bed ^cause I had breakfast in four hours to prepare. This short stay illustrates another difficulty in the sailor's life. We had sailed for three full days and were look­ ing for a little time to shop, take care of personal business and see the town. This was not to be. The cargo had been handled quickly and efficiently and we were ready to go. A sailor's life is dic­ tated by the cargo. When it is ready, he must be ready. Since we left the Port of Cortez, the seas have been marvelous. The last few days make all the sloshing and rolling worthwhile. As one of the ABs said, if it was always this good, everybody would want to come out and be a sea­ man. Day 23 Lo and behold, just as I thought that I had only to record our arrival in Lake Charles, we go and get boarded by the Coast Guard. I was asleep when the AB came and woke me saying that the Coast Guard was coming onboard and to stay off the deck and assemble in the galley. In a few minutes, a young en­ listed man came into the galley and watched us as a group of guardsmen began searching the tug. It all lasted an hour and forty-five minutes. They searched our rooms, looked over our Z-cards and asked about the structure of the vessel. When they were satisCpntinued on page 25 . fx-.' • 7>'M- �2J MAY 1991 • • •:--M!;: •/ '!- 'l^ft !f * OS K. Davis and OS G. Learson go to work at the stern of the Diamond State. Steward F. Abinks prepares a roast for the evening meal aboard the vessel. From Christmas at sea, to 42 days in Saudi waters close enough to see and hear Patriot missiles being fired, to 21 days of ship con­ finement while pierside—these were among the experiences of the SIU crew aboard the Diamond State during the RRF ship's run to the Persian Gulf. The Diamond State's escapades were chronicled by the vessel's bosun, Gerald Corelli, in a letter to Joseph Sacco, the union's executive vice president, and to the Seafarers LOG. The voyage started out peace­ fully enough in November, several months before the outbreak of war. The Interocean Management ship crewed up in New Orleans and, fol­ lowing successful sea trials, sailed on to Charleston, S.C. for a load of military cargo. Christmas was cele­ brated at sea. The steward depart­ ment did a great job with the Christmas dinner—enough to make the members almost forget they couldn't be home for the holidays, reported Brother Corelli. The vessel unloaded in Saudi Arabia on January 11 and shifted to anchorage right outside the har­ bor where it remained for 42 days—almost the entire length of the war. From that vantage point, the crewmembers were close enough to see and hear Pa­ triot missiles being fired on sev­ eral occasions. Just before the cease-fire, the Di­ Black qanq members J. Harris, M. Campbell and J. Webster take a brief break from work. GSUs Robert Worrel and Nancy Carmadelle pose for a photo. amond State moved pierside, where it remained for 21 days. During this time the crew was not allowed to leave the pier. Food, stores and slop chest supplies ran low, but every­ one pitched in to do their part, ac­ cording to Corelli, who included the photographs on this page with his letter. "The engine department kept the ship moving and, at the same time, battled numerous problems with drinking water, drains, heat and air conditioning," Corelli noted. "The deck department took every oppor­ tunity to clean and paint the ship and keep the all-important cranes ready for immediate use. And the steward department kept the crew going by serving good, hot meals on time, even when stores ran low. All the officers have been a great help to the crew. We were blessed to have been able to put together a crew such as this." The end of March found the Diamond State in the United Arab Emirates for stores and a well-deserved shore leave. Then on to Germany or back to the United States. "We hope the American people can now see the importance of the merchant marine in wars of the world," concluded Corelli. "They need us, and we hope they will help us build the U.S. merchant marine back to full strength." Nourishing, hot food is being cooked up by Chief Cook Inez Billizone. E. Bussel, FOWT, and S. Sparks, GSU, pose for Bosun Corelli's camera. Bosun Corelli pictur^ while Electrician J. RaiWe, FOm R. Bullard and GSU E. on shore leave in Dubai. Rodriguez pictured in the Diamond State screw mess. i. ."'ai ':i FOWT S. Brooks takes a break from his engineroom duties aboard the Diamond State. A. Howard, AB; T. Moran, FOWT, and D. Volluz, DEU, take a quick coffee break aboard the Diamond State, — There's always some work to be done aboard Third Assistant Engineer ship, say ABs L. Gardmemal and Fred Domingo. P. Ezekiel poses for a photo, .• ?-•- . ABs J. Collins and E. Lee never run short of work onboard the Interocean Management vessel. t QMED R. Parker is ready for the ship's fire and boat drill. Sitting around the table are, from the left, J. Hasson, chief mate; M. Ribera, chief engineer; J.Martin, deck cadet; N. Early, deck cadet, and E. Terkanian, 1st assistant engineer. Martin and Early are from the USNS Comet and came aboard the Diamond State to set up a volley ball game and barbecue. rr L-AV-.M m •" *• 'i. �SUFAREKS LOG 22 Monday, May 13 Wednesday^ Mobile May 15 New York Tuesday, June 4 Thursday, ^Norfolk Jime 6 Friday, tSt. Louis June 14 Wednesday, Philadelphia July 10 San Francisco Thursday, July 18 Wilmington Monday, July 22 Friday, Seattle* July 26 Thursday, Baltimore Augusts Tuesday, New Orleans September 10 Honolulu Friday, September 13 Jacksonville Thurdsay, October 10 Thursday, San Juan November 7 Friday, Algonac December 6 * Note change in Seattle date frcHn |^\dous editicni of LOG^ I Houston . n .- it" ••>. v •'.•/>' The Lundeberg School offers Seafarers the opportunity to upgrade their skills and achieve higher ship­ board ratings. Higher ratings in each department provide Seafarers with increased earning potential. For further information, talk with the union's patrolmen who meet the ships or any port official. Additionally, Seafarers may call the Admissions Office of the Lundeberg School. The following chart can be used by Seafarers to determine eligibil­ ity for courses offered at the Lundeberg School. Also, refer to page 27 for the dates courses are offered. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR UPGRADING SEAFARERS DEPT. POSITION DECK To use the chart, Seafarers should locate their department on the left In the next column Is a listing of the basic Group I and II ratings available at the school. On the right are the requirements Seafarers should meet before applying to the school. Able Seaman 12 months seatime as an ordinary seaman QMED Hold a FOWT endorsement and have a minimum of 6 months seatime in a rating. ENGINE Beginning May 13 in Houston and continuing throughout the year in each union hall, conferences have been set up for Seafarers, pen­ sioners and their families to be­ come famiiar with the benefits available to them through the union and its various plans. Leading the conference work­ shops will be officials and staff members from the Seafarers health plan, pension plan and vacation plan. The sessions have been set up to coincide with the union's monthly membership meetings to give as many Seafarers as possible an opportunity to participate. Those attending the confer­ ences will have an opportunity to ask questions, make suggestions and gather data regarding the ben­ efits provided them by the various plans. Among the items to be re­ viewed under the health plan, for example, are hospitalization, sur­ gical procedures, major medical coverage, out-patient service, doctor's visits, maternity benefits, prescription drugs, den^ and op­ tical care, as well as alcohol and substance abuse rehabilitation. Workshop leaders also will in­ form conference participants about the SIU's scholarship program. The various forms used by Seafar­ ers will be discussed, and all kinds of informational material will be handed out to those attending the workshops. The sessions are open to all Sea­ farers, SlU pensioners and family members. A schedule of confer­ ences is listed below. It is sug­ gested, however, that those individuals who wish to participate contact their union halls to obtain more information. Seafarers: More Skills Means Higher Pay REQUIREMENTS FOWT Chief Steward or Chief Cook 8 months seatime and graduated from Lundeberg School entry program. Normal color vision, 20/200 vision in both eyes corrected to 20/50 in both eyes, passed USCG approved physical examination and 6 months seatime as wiper or 3 months seatime and graduated from Lundeberg School entry program. 2 years seatime with rating of chief cook or higher or 8 months seatime as cook/baker, 4 months seatime as cfiief cook and hold Lundeberg School certificates of completion for each program or 3 years seatime in rating above 3rd cook or assistant cook or 4 months seatime as 3rd cook or assistant cook or higher, 6 months seatime as cook/baker or higher, 4 months seatime as chief cook and hold Lundeberg School certificate of completion for each program or 9 months seatime as 3rd cook or assis­ tant cook or higher, 4 months seatime as cook/baker or higher, 4 months seatime as chief cook and hold Lundeberg School certificates of completion for cool^baker and chief cook programs or 9 months seatime as 3rd cook or assistant cook or higher, 9 months seatime as cook/baker or higher and 4 months sea­ time as chief cook and hold Lundeberg School certificate of completion for chief cook program. 1 year seatime in steward department with 4 months as cooK/baker or 4 months seatime as cook/baker and hold certificate of completion from Lundeberg School cook/baker program or 6 months seatime in steward department and hold certificate of completion for Lundeberg School entry rating program or 3 months seatime in steward department and graduated Lundeberg School entry rat­ ing program. • V' • • STEWARD BeaefttsConferenees To Begin Uiis Month or 1 year seatime as steward assistant after completing Lundeberg School cook/baker program. CookJ Baker 3 months seatime as 3rd cook or assis­ tant cook and hold Lundeberg School certificate of completion or 12 months seatime at any rating In steward department. Assistant Cook Utility 6 months seatime in steward departinent Make Plans Now for a Summer Vacation at Pinoy Point SIU members and their families who are now trying to figure out where to spend their summer vaca­ tion might consider the Seafarers Training & Recreation Center in Piney Point, Md., part of the SIU's Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship. Besides the comfortable accom­ modations for the whole family, there is plenty to do at Piney Point—from fishing and boating to tennis and swimming to working out in the health spa. The ideal location of the school also allows for day trips throughout historic southem Maryland and the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, using the school as a home base. A vacation stay at the Lundeberg School is limited to two weeks per family. The cost per member is $40.40per day. An additional fee of $9.45 per day is charged for the Seafarer's spouse and for each child (there is no charge for children under the age of 12). This price includes all meals. Send the completed application form to Seafarers Training & Rec­ reation Center, Piney Point, MD 20674 or call (301) 994-0010. -%< — SEAFARERS TRAINING & RECREATION CENTER Reservation Information j Name: i SS#: I Address:. Book#: I } Telephone #: J Number in party / ages of children, If applicable: _____ I Date of arrival: 1st choice 2nd choice. 3rd choice I Stay is limited to two weeks. • Date of Departure: I 5/91 �23 MAY 1991 Digest of Ships Meetings . :•, J The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shipboard minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some will l>e omitted. Ships minutes are reviewed by the union's contract department. Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships minutes. OVERSEAS JOYCE (Maritime Over­ seas), January 22 — Chairman R. Brad­ ford, Secretary S.R. Hamilton Jr., Educational Director Brian Connell, Steward Delegate Pablo Alvarez. Pay­ off expected January 27 in Long Beach, Calif. All merhbers reminded not to leave vessel until reliefs arrive. LOGs re­ ceived. No disputed OT reported. Vote of thanks given for the fine meals, espe­ cially for Christmas Eve and cookouts. Bosun asked all crewmembers to remem­ ber the New Jersey and Boston Seamen's missions during the holiday season. ITS PHILADELPHIA (Sheridan Trans­ portation), January 27 — Chairman V.T. Nielsen, Secretary G.C. Bamman, Edu­ cational Director James Carnell, Stew­ ard Delegate All Hydera. No beefs or disputed OT. Vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. Next port: St. Croix. AUSTRAL LIGHTNING ilOM), Febru­ ary 17 — Chairman W.L. Tillman, Sec­ retary A.L. Saucier, Educational Director W.D. Barrineau. No disputed OT. Donation made to Toys-for-Tots on behalf of crewmembers. CAPE CANAVERAL (Amsea), Febru­ ary 26 — Chairman Charles Parks, Sec­ retary F. Costango, Educational Director Robert Caldwell. Vessel look­ ing good, thanks to cooperation of crew. Secretary noted new refrigerators pur­ chased and installed in crew messroom and microwave to be connected. Check LOGs for upgrading schedules; all mem­ bers should upgrade. Will take on fuel in Wilmington, N.C. and ammo in Sunny Point. Members were asked to work to­ gether to make this a good ship and trip. CAPE CATOCHE (Amsea), February 16 — Chairman Don Truax, Secretary K. A. Hopkins, Educational Director Al Parker, Deck Delegate Warren Gilliard, Engine Delegate Fred Caltiabano, Steward Delegate Kenneth Johnson. Chairman spoke with mem­ bers about chemical warfare training they had received and urged them to familiarize themselves with attack sta­ tion bill. He said chief mate still had tape on how to don chemical suit for those in­ terested. Secretary told crew about water rationing in Saudi Arabia because of oil slick, but plenty of bottled drinking water would be provided. He thanked 48 watch for making coffee for galley gang in mornings and helping to keep crew niiess clean at night. Educational di­ rector urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer listed $170 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew advised company still waiting to hear if war bonus would be paid. Crew asked to donate to charity in memory of second mate's father who had passed away. Crew thanked steward department for great chow and for doing its part to keep ship clean. C>IP£CLE>l/7(OMI Corp.), February 10 — Chairman Carlos H. Canales, Sec­ retary Michael Pooler, Educational Di­ rector H. C. Chancey, Deck Delegate Edgar Townsend, Engine Delegate Mark Stewart, Steward Delegate Karrem Allah. Chairman stated a type­ writer, not a TV, had been purchased for ship. Secretary and treasurer noted $409 in movie fund. Educational director urged members to be prepared in case of attack and to wear long sleeve shirts. Deck delegate reported disputed OT and need for suggestion box aboard ship. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. CAPE CLEAR (OMl Corp.), February 24 — Chairman Carlos Canales, Secre­ tary Michael Poole. Typewriter was pur­ chased in Germany; waiting to buy TV. $409 in movie fund. Crewmembers were asked to be considerate of fellow crevvmembers—keep air conditioning boundaries closed, take care of ice ma­ chine and use old VCR as much as possi­ ble so as not to wear down the new one. Supply of kits needed onboard. Crew ad­ vised to beware of pirates when crossing Straits of Malacca. Information requested on imminent danger pay and bonuses while in Saudi Arabia. Next port: Singapore. CAPE FLATTERY (IMC), February 17 — Chairman Robert J. Dennis, Secre­ tary William Perry, Educational Direc­ tor James Tyson. No disputed OT. CAPE MENDOCINO (OMl Corp.), February 3 — Chairman O. Ipsen, Secre­ tary C. Scott. Chairman noted disputed OT in all three departments. He asked members to keep noise down when in rooms and passageway. Crew noted bad smell coming from drains. Crew asked company to check on chemical warfare equipment and union to check on bonus pay for hauling ammunition. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. CAPE METEOR (lOM), February 3 — Chairman B. Williams, Secretary D. Velandra, Educational Director K. Blddle. Bosun reminded members to be alert at all times while transiting Suez Canal during Desert Storm and help mili­ tary as much as possible. No disputed OT. Suggestion made for OSs to stand watches. The experience will make them better ABs. Special thanks given to stew­ ard department. GALVESTON BAY(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), February 24 — Chairman D. Manson. Secretary R. Hicks, Educational Director, Paul M. Titus. No disputed OT or beefs reported. GOLDEN MONARCH (Apex Marine), February 11 — Chairman K. Koutourask, Secretary J. Gonzalez, Ed­ ucational Director J. Negron. Chairman told crew vessel would be in port for two or three days. He said the voyage had gone well with no problems. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward dele­ gate noted all was running smoothly. Galley gang thanked for job well done. HUMACAO (Puerto Rico Marine), Feb­ ruary 17 — Chairman L. Rodrlgues, Secretary H. Gallckl, Educational Direc­ tor W. Turner, Steward Delegate D. Herrera. No disputed OT or beefs re­ ported. Everything running smoothly, Problem reported in San Juan with longshoremen iising messhall and eating the night lunch. /7B AfOS/LE (Sheridan Transporta­ tion), February 3 — Chairman Fred Jen­ sen, Secretary G. Lee. Chairman asked contracts department for information re­ garding reliefs. Treasurer listed $35 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. ITS NEW YORK (Sheridan Transporta­ tion), February 24 — Chairman S.C. Harrington, Secretary D.A. Brown. LOGs received. Beef reported in engine department for turning DEU for butterworthing. Vote of thanks to steward de­ partment. Minute of silence observed for departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Staten Island, N.Y. L/SE/?7ySr>l/? (Liberty Maritime), February 9 — Chairman Ray E. t'ood. 'mm I'-: Secretary Vincent Sanchez Jr., Educa­ tional Director J. HIpollto, Steward Del­ egate Stanley Parada. Letter written to headquarters requesting clarification of OT in deck and steward departments. No disputed beefs. Vote of thanks given to steward department for good food and service. Request made to turn off radio during meal hours. Next port: Misushima, Japan. Ship will remain at anchor, launch will be available. LIBERTY WA VE(Liberty Maritime), February 24 — Chairman Mark S. Dow­ ney, Secretary Donald E. McGraw. No disputed OT or other beefs. Motion made to change AB day workers to AB maintenance. New VCR and up-to-date movies requested. LNG ARIES (ETC), February 17 — Chairman Luther Myrex, Secretary Dana Paradise, Educational Direc­ tor/Engine Delegate Randy McKlnzle, Deck Delegate James K. Walker, Stew­ ard Delegate Rafael Cardenas. Chair­ man noted Christmas card sent by headquarters in early December arrived in late January. He said new contracts were received and distributed and asked members to leave contracts aboard ship. He reminded members to donate to SPAD. Secretary thanked crew for sepa­ rating trash and asked them to remove lids from jars before throwing them away. Educational director advised mem­ bers to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer announced $811 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked union services department for retirement , booklets and contracts department for one on shipping rules. Members thanked steward department for pool parties and job well done. Next ports: Himeji, Japan and Bontang, Indonesia. LNG C>lP/?/CO/?A/(ETC), February 17 — Chairman B. K. Knuckols, Secre­ tary J. P. Emidy, Educational Director Walter Klmhrough. Secretary said cor­ respondence from headquarters about passing of Louis Gracla was posted on bulletin board. He thanked crew for keep­ ing mess and lounge clean and orderly. Educational director urged members with time to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer announced $455 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Steward department thanked for fine meals and service. Crew expressed hope war would end soon. Members con­ gratulated Bosun Billy Nuckols and AB William O'Brien on their upcoming re­ tirements, wished them good luck and said they would be missed. Next ports: Osaka, Japan and Bontang, In­ donesia. MA YAGUEZ(Puerto Rico Marine), February 3 — Chairman A. Rogers, Sec­ retary Jose Ross. Chairman announced ship would pay off February 8 in Jack­ sonville, Fla. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Vote of thanks given to steward department for job well done. MOKU PAHU (Pacific Gulf Marine), February 24 (197 Chairman Pete Lolk, Secretary J. Pratt, Educational Director D. Mitchell. Chairman encouraged all members to upgrade. Vessel possibly headed for shipyard for about 45 days. No beefs or disputed overtime reported. Fan needed in crew mess. Vote of thanks to steward department, especially for the cookouts. Bosun thanked all members for helping keep messhall and rooms clean. NEDLLOYD HOLLAND (Sea-Land Service), February 17 — Chairman Freddie Goethe, Secretary Joseph Speller, Educational Director Dan Bush, Engine Delegate C. Jefferson, Steward Delegate Karen Fletcher. Chairman reminded crewmembers to up­ grade at Lundeberg School and donate to SPAD. Treasurer listed $43 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. . NEWARK BA Y (Sea-Land Service), February 4 — Chairman John Frazler, Secretary V. Wallen, Deck Delegate William Lowry, Engine Delegate Mi­ chael Brennan, Steward E>elegate Je­ rome A. Johnson. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. Deck and engine delegates reported no beefs or disputed OT. Next port: Houston. OMl CHARGER (OMl Corp.), Febru­ ary 21 — Chairman F.R. Schwarz, Sec­ retary N. Johnson, Educational Director W. Yarber. Special thanks and luck to all men and women involved in the Pers­ ian Gulf runs. No disputed OT. Request the mailing of more LOGS. Next port: Port Everglades, Fla. • OMl HUDSON(OMl Corp.), February 24 — Chairman Leon Jekot, Secretary J. Rivera, Deck Delegate Paul W. Adams, Engine Delegate Ronald Wil­ liams, Steward Delegate Ernest Polk. Chairman noted no launch available De­ cember 17 and 18 while in Port Ever­ glades, Fla. He announced vessel would pay off in New York. He reminded mem­ bers to use their spare time wisely by up­ grading at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Thanks given to galley gang, especially GSU Elsa A. Marker, for job well done. Steward de­ partment thanked crew for keeping mess room clean. Next ports: New York, Wil­ mington, N.C., Charleston, S.C. and Sa­ vannah, Ga. (•; !• mM I •-f. /r-'-A llll-!: Heading for the Persian Gulf AB Eddie Townsend, left, and Bosun Carlos Canalas help crew the Cape Clear as it heads for the Persian Gulf. OMl MISSOURI (Vulcan Carriers), Feb­ ruary 17 — Chairman C. Francum, Sec­ retary C.M. Davalle. No Ijeefs or disputed OT. All members reminded to upgrade. Vote of thanks toiSteward de­ partment and radio operator, Ron Dole, for assistance in letting the crew receive VCR tapes all during voyage and up­ dates by newsletter of situation in Pers­ ian Gulf. OMl WILLAMETTE (OMl Corp.), Feb­ ruary 3 — Chairman Clarence Pryor, Secretary Robert L. Scott Sr., Educa­ tional Director F. V. Vogler. Chairman announced payoff set for February 6 in Louisiana, then vessel to go back to Texas. He urged members to keep hands off TV and antenna or no one will be able to watch it. Secretary urged mem­ bers to be their best by going to Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward de­ partment for good food and fine salad bar. OVERSEAS ALASKA (Maritime Overseas), February 3 — Chairman Rob­ ert Wilson, Secret^ C. Woodward, Educational Director J. Quinter. Deck delegate reported beef. Engine and stew­ ard delegates reported no beefs or dis­ puted OT. Members said there were problems with room temperatures. Crew reminded to clean rooms when leaving ship. PATRIOT(Vulcan Carriers), February 17 — Chairman Charles Hill, Secretary T. Splngat, Educational Director L.P. Cope, Steward Delegate Joanne Knight. No disputed OT. Everything running smoothly. Mail service is poor. Communications—telex, phone—need to be improved in case of emergency at home. Concern expressed regarding pay­ ment of war bonus. Vote of thanks to steward department. Continued on page 24 '' ' " . ^ ^^ I ' '' mi-fk' • ••• • �(nssoeWiasatete^ 'r'-'VvJ ,«i-gi^' v, -- ;if: ^: • .... SIAFARBK too 24 Continued from page 23 PONCE (Puerto Rico Marine), February 10 — Chairman Donald Wagner, Secre­ tary Rafael Evans. Chairman said every­ thing was running fine. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Some crewmembeis requested survival suits be kept in rooms. Steward department was thanked for job well done. RALEIGH BA Y (Sea-Land Service), February 24 Chairman Howard C. Knox, Secretary H. Johnson, Educa­ tional Director K. Katsalis, Deck Dele­ gate Robert Bakeman, Engine Delegate Frederick Tierney, Steward Delegate Alfred L. DeSimone. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Vote of thanks given to galley gang. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. RANGER (Vulcan Carriers), February 19 — Chairman Calvin M. Miles, Secre­ tary Roger D. Linasan, Educational Di­ rector Mick Vacca. Chairman said crew had questions about war zone bonus. He noted crew unable to send telex asking for reliefs. Secretary said crew was goodworking one. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Finey Point. Trea­ surer listed $56 in ship's fund. Crew re­ minded to stay quiet at night and return dirty mugs and glasses to pantry. #; i i i ROVER (V ulcan Carriers), February 3 — Chairman D. Ellette, Secretary E. Harris, Educational Director Arthur Baredian, Deck Delegate Carl Townson. Engine Delegate G. Thompson, Steward Delegate R. Royals. Chairman has asked captain to inform steward when extra personnel will be aboard ves­ sel. He asked contracts department for explanation of term "permanent employ­ ees" found in agreement with Vulcan Carriers and when war zone bonus would be paid. Crew urged to upgrade at Lundebeig School. Treasurer list^ $204 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported Crew asked contracts department to consider retirement after 15 years at sea and age 55. Crew requested adapter be pur­ chased so tapes bought in Dubai can be played in VCR. Crew reminded not to walk around passageway in just a towel as women are aboard. Members asked to be more considerate of others' clothes in laun­ dry room, rewind films when finished viewing them and retum tapes borrowed from crew's lounge. •:W. if SEA-LAND ANCHORAGE (Sea-Land Service), February 13 — Chairman Rob­ ert Y. Wood, Secretary Aubrey Geting, Educational Director Kevin Bertel, Deck Etelegate Stephen Ackley, Engine Dele­ gate William Pinkham, Steward E>elegate William Bryley. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked why SIU communi­ cations come through company envelopes rather than straight to vessel. SEA-LAND CRUSADER (Sea-Land Service), February 3 — Chairman J. A. Osorio, Secretary N. Andrews, Educa­ tional Director O. N. Bermeo, Deck Del­ egate Jesse Fountain, Engine Delegate Rafael Duran, Steward Delegate Frank Sirignano. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Next ports: Jacksonville, Fla., San Juan and Elizabeth, N.J. " •f?* - '''.r Ships Digests ii»>- saw SEA-LAND DEFENDER (Sea-Land Service), February 19 — Chairman Luigi Alleluia, Secretary John J. Alamar. Educational Director R. Gumanas. Secretary reported trip went very well. He thanked crew for keeping quarters clean. Steward delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and engine delegates. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Service), February 17 — Chairman Elex Cary Jr., Secretary Lourice Martin, Deck Delegate Bob Richardson. Chair­ man thanked crew for good trip. Secre­ tary thanked bosun and crew for their cooperation. He called crew tops in union. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND EXPRESS (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), February 26 — Chairman J.M. Ard, Secretary J.L. Johnson, Educa­ tional Director John D. Kelly. No beefs reported. Deck department would like more guards on the gangway when over­ seas. Some disputed OT in engine depart­ ment reported. SEA-LAND INNOVA TOR (Sea-Land Service), February 24 — Chairman Claude J. Dockery, Secretary Jose M. Bayani, Educational Director M. Soldierer, Deck Delegate H. Bentz, En­ gine Delegate C. Barbati, Steward Dele­ gate G. Sallee. Chairman noted everything went all right on trip. Secre­ tary thanked members for keeping ship clean. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND INTEGRITY(Sea-Land Service), February 3 — Chairman B. R. Hobbs, Secretary N. Evans, Educational Director A. O. Cuevas, Deck Delegate J. Scheck, Engine Delegate V. Limon, Steward Delegate J. O'Reilly. Chairman announced payoff scheduled for Hous­ ton February 4. He said all was running smoothly. He reminded members to do­ nate to SPAD and say a prayer for those serving in Persian Gulf. Educational di­ rector urged members to return movies. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked company for new TV antenna. Gal­ ley gang thanked for job well done. Next port: Houston. SEA-LAND ILE DE FRANCE (SeaLand Service), February 10 — Chairman John C. Green, Secretary E. Doffoh, Educational Director E. Bain, Deck Del­ egate Michael Masek, Engine Delegate Donald Cox, Steward Delegate R. Hairston. Chairman and secretary said all went smoothly. Treasurer noted $75 in ship's fund. Engine delegate reported beef. Deck and steward delegates reported no beefs or disputed OT. Crew requested new VCR from company. Steward depart­ ment thanked for good job. Next ports: Boston and Elizabeth, N.J. SEA-LAND PERFORMANCE (SeaLand Service), February 12 — Chairman Robert Newby, Secretary Edward Por­ ter, Educational Director Paul Thomas, Engine Delegate Silvio Reyes. Chairman announced vessel would pay off in Hous­ ton. He said c^tain thanked crew for being safety ccmscious during trip. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for good food. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (Sea-Land Service), February 12 — Chairman Jack Edwards, Secretary Jennifer K. Jim, Deck Delegate T. Smith, Engine Dele­ gate Michael Veigel. Chairman stated vessel would pay off at 1300 on Febru­ ary 11 in Long Beach, Calif. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. Treaurer announced $90 used to purchase radio and $260 used to purchase 80 movies. Engine delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew received communication about shipping rules change for reliefs. Members reminded to clean up after themselves. Next ports: Long Beach, Oakland, Calif, and Honolulu. SEA-LAND QUALITY (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), February 3 — Chairman C. James, Secretary Gabriel Bonafont, Deck Delegate Charles Quales, Steward Delegate Floyd Payton. Chairman noted all was running smoothly. He announced ship would lay up in Rotterdam for en­ gine repairs. Secretary also stated every­ thing was okay on ship. Educational director reported on safety meeting aboard ship. Treasurer listed $120 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew thanked company for in­ stalling new TV sets. Members asked for front-end loading washer and ice boxes in rooms. They noted VCR needs clean­ ing. Galley gang thanked for Super job. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. WRIGHT(Amsea), February 20 —Chairman Michael Wittenberg, Secre­ tary Ivan Capowski, Educational Direcctor William MacDulloch. Statement read concerning no available reliefs. No communications received from headquar­ ters. Telegram sent to headquarters re­ garding reliefs, war bonus and port defense and security (alarm not sounded during last missile attack). No disputed OT. AMERICAN HERITAGE (Apex Ma- • rine), March 9 — Chairman Clyde Smith, Secretary A. Holland, Educa­ tional Director, W. Robenson. All . crewmembers reminded to clean rooms before departing. No beefs or disputed OT. Next port: St. Croix. CAPE CLEAR (OMl), March 3 — Chairman Carlos H. Canales, Secretary M. Poole, Steward Delegate Antionette V. King. Ship heading back to Singa­ pore. $409 in movie fund. Mail service very poor for past couple months. CHAUVENET(MSO), March 1 — Chairman J.P.' Focardi, Secretary V. Barnhart, Educational Director A. Matbs. Chairman reported vessel is looking much better. Job well done by all departments. New trash compactor onboard—^members reminded to separate trash. Games to be picked up next time in port $400 in ship's fund. R. Hatt donated $100 and L. Sivak (Navo) $20. All members encouraged to upgrade. Chief mate planning party next time in port. Ship's fiind will not be used; all will chip in $ lO or $20. Mail service has been poor; no packages coming through. Expecting new movies. FALCON DUCHESS (Seahawk Man­ agement), March 7 — Secretary C. Jones. Crewmembers reminded not to leave vessel until patrolman arrives. Poor mail service reported. Vessel pay­ ing off in Corpus Christi, Texas. GOPHER STATE (lOM), March 7 — Chairman J. Stout, Secretary A. Delaney. Educational Director J. Emidy. No communications received from head­ quarters. Awaiting information on war bonuses. No disputed OT. Restriction to ship beef to be settled. $250 in ship's fund. Twenty kilos of jumbo shrimp pur­ chased, $106 still remains in fund. 'S# ITS BALTIMORE (Sheridan Transpor­ tation), March 3 — Chairman J. Rogers, Secretary A. Hagan, Educational Direc­ tor E. Macum. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Two new TVs received. Vote of thanks to steward department for ex­ cellent food. Next port: St. Croix. Painting the House Bosun Errol Pak gets a good grip with one hand as he paints the house aboard the Overseas Juneau with the other. i', . r', . LIBERTY STAR (Liberty Maritime), March 9 — Chairman Ray E. Tood, Sec­ retary Vincent Sanches, Educational Di­ rector J. Hipolito. Received answer from headquarters on clarification of OT beefs in deck and steward departments. Vote of thanks to steward department for fine job. The next port is in Japan. Crewmembers advised things are very ex­ pensive there. A haircut can cost $25.92. OMl CHAMPION (OMI Corp.), March 3 — Secretary O.A. Roberts, Mucational Director A.B. Francisco; no chair­ man elected. Mail service is very slow; no communications received from head­ quarters. Crew is great. All members en­ couraged to upgrade. Disputed OT in deck department to be discussed at pay­ off. New VCR needed. Ladders lead­ ing to pump to be painted yellow for safety. OMl WILLAMETTE(OMl Corp.), March 3 — Chairman C. Pryor, Secre­ tary Robert Scott, Educational Director J. Bagett. New VCR received. Disputed OT in deck department to be handled at payoff. No other beefs reported. Vote of thanks to steward department. All mem­ bers encouraged to upgrade and not to forget the old members. Thanks given to the LOG. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND CONSUMER (Sea-Land Service), March 3 — Chairman W. Mortier, Secretary G. D'Ambrosio, Ed­ ucational Director N. Lindsey. Still wait­ ing for new furniture. Bosun gave vote of thanks to steward department and whole crew for a job well done during long and strenuous trip. Importance of upgrading was stressed by educational di­ rector. $143.59 in ship's fund. Some dis­ puted OT reported in deck and steward departments. All complaints to be han­ dled at payoff in Jacksonville. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Service), March 3 — Chairman Elex Cary Jr., Secretary L. Martin Sr., Educational Director J. Ortiz. No disputed beefs or OT reported. Vessel possibly laying up. SEA-LAND EXPLORER (Sea-Land Service), March 2 — Chairman Ted A. Tolentino, Secretary S. Ghani, Educa­ tional Director Robert E. Blackwell. Very good trip. No disputed OT or other beefs. Steward department thanked for good chow. SEA-LAND INTEGRITY(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 10 — Chairman B.R. Hobbs, Secretary P. Labo/, Educational Director A. Cuevas. No beefs'or dis­ puted OT. Vote of thanks to steward de­ partment. Payoff will take place in next port: Elizabeth, N.J. SEA-LAND MARINER (Sea Land Ser­ vice), March 10 — Chairman A.R. McCree. Secretary P.P. Lopez, Educational Director G.R.Speckman. Vessel being retiled. $98 in ship's fund. Educational director reminded all crewmembers who wish to upgrade to see patrolman at pay­ off. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND PACIFIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 4 — Chairman Oscar C. Wiley, Secret^ D. Spangler. Steam table broken for several months. No beefs or disputed OT. LOGs received. An additional washing machine is needed. Dirty dishes should not be left in the lounge area—^help the GSU and wiper keep the area clean. Thanks given to stew­ ard department, especially Chief Cook B. Rombach, for cookouts and salad bar. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (Sea-Land Service), March 10 — Chairman J. Ed­ ward, Secretary J. Jim, Electrician J. King. Crewmembers reminded to up­ grade. $30 in ship's fund; $60 used to purchase radio for crew messhall. No dis­ puted OT. Telex received regarding trip off and reliefs. Steward department given a vote of thanks for good service. SEALIFTPACIFIC (IMC), March 5 — Chairman Ferdinand Gongora, Secre­ tary Bill Collins. Waiting for clarifica­ tion from headquarters of Martin Luther King Day holiday. $190 in movie fund. Thanks to all who donated. No disputed OT or beefs. Steward asked crew to retum ; all dishes and silverware to galley. Mail service has greatly improved. •'V;. • �,-?<'-'-t .' Final EDWARD M. AUBUCHON Pensioner Edward M. Aubuchon, 65, passed away Feb­ ruary 1. Bom in Missouri, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1953 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Aubuchon retired in June 1972 from the union before it merged with the AGLIWD. fd !«sc4 • " " ' MANUEL BARWELLCENTENO Pensioner Manuel BarwellCenteno, 68, succumbed to heart failure on February 3. He Joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1952 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Barwell-Centeno started draw­ ing his pension in April 1969 before the MCS merged with the AGLIWD. WILLIARD BLUMEN Pensioner Williard Blumen, 73, died of heart failure March 13. The New York native Joined the Seafar­ ers in 1955 in the port of New York. He sailed in the deck de­ partment before retiring in 1969. Brother Blumen was bur­ ied in Voschell Memorial Gar­ dens in Baltimore. MICHAEL N. ESCHENKO Pensioner Michael N. Eschenko, 75, passed away March 24. The galley gang member was bom in Michigan. Eschenko Joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New York. He started collect­ ing his pension in November 1982. JOHN FARRAND Pensioner John Farrand, 80, died April 1. A native of En­ gland, he Joined the union in December 1946 in the port of Boston. Brother Farrand sailed in the engine department. He retired in May 1968. EUAL GRANGER Pensioner Eual Granger, 75, passed away in Lake Charles, La. on March 21. He was bom in Mamou, La. Brother Granger Joined the Seafarers in April 1955 in the port of Lake Charles, La. He shipped in the engine departrnent until his re­ tirement in March 1981. He was buried March 23 in Lake Charles' Consolata Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Sadie. JOSEPH J. HARRISON Pensioner Joseph J. Harrison, 91. died March 5. The Ala­ bama native was a charter member of the SIU, having Joined the union in December 1938 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Harrison sailed in the deck department. He started collecting his pension in Febru­ ary 1975. EDWARD M. JAMIESON JR. Pensioner Edward M. Jamie-, son, 60, suffered a fatal heart attack March 10. Bom in Massachusetts, he Joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1970 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. Brother Jamieson trans­ ferred his membership to the SIU when the MCS merged with the AGLIWD in 1978. He retired in December 1990. His remains were scattered at sea. EUGENE R. JENKINS Pensioner Eugene R. Jenkins, 79, died of respiratory failure November 7. The native of Washington Joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1959 in Santa Rosa, Calif. He began collecting his pension in Febru­ ary 1973. Brother Jenkins was buried in the Linden (Calif.) Cemetery. FRED D. LEWIS Pensioner Fred D. Lewis, , 84, passed away in a New York hos­ pital Janu­ ary 22. Bom in Barbados, he Joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of Mobile, Ala. He shipped in the steward depart­ ment. Brother Lewis began drawing his pension in 1976. He was buried January 25 in Frederick Douglass Cemeteiy in Staten Island, N.Y. RALPH McDARIES Pensioner Ralph McDaries, 76, died March 11 in Jack­ sonville, Fla.The native of Buncomb County, N.C. Joined the union in May 1958 in the port of New York. He sailed in the galley gang until he retired in August 1979. Brother McDaries was buried in Green Pine Cemetery in Nas­ sau County, Fla. His wife, Flor­ ence, survives him. GONZALO RODRIGUEZ Pensioner Gonzalo Rodriguez, 79, died March 14 in a Santurce, P.R. hos­ pital. He was bom in Ciales, P.R. and joined the SIU in September 1947 in the port of Philadel­ phia. Brother Rodriguez was a black-gang member. He started collecting his pension in July 1977. He was buried in the Cemeterio de la Capital in Rio Piedras, P.R. He is survived by his wife, Esther. WILLIAM W. MONTGOMERY Pensioner William W. Mont­ gomery, 65, passed away March 29. Bom in Iowa, he Joined the Seafarers in 1968 in the port of Houston. A member of the deck department. Brother Montgomery retired in June 1990. FRANCISCO SOLIS Pensioner Francisco Solis, 77, passed away Febmary 27 in Bayamon, P.R. The na­ tive of Arroyo, P.R. Joined the union in May 1945 in the port of New York. Brother Solis shipped in the deck depart­ ment. He retired in 1968. CLARENCE B. TROY Pensioner Clarence B. Troy, 81, died March 7. Bom in Michi­ gan, he Joined the Seafarers in March 1969 in the port of New York. Brother Troy sailed in the deck depart­ ment until he began receiving his pension in August 1983. JOSE VELAZQUEZ Pensioner Jose Velazquez, 81, suc­ cumbed to respira­ tory fail­ ure March 27. A native of Ponce, P.R., he Joined the SIU in June 1942 in the port of New York. Brother Velazquez sailed in the galley gang before retiring as a chief steward in July 1971. He was buried in Woodlawn Cemetery in Tampa, Fla. His wife. Car­ men, survives him. JOHN A. WAITH Pensioner John A. Waith, 75, passed away Jan­ uary 24. The New York state native Joined the union in February 1941 in the port of New York. Brother Waith shipped in the steward depart­ ment before his retirement in February 1981. JAM M. WONG Pensioner Jam M. Wong, 86, died of heart failure March 3. He was bom in China. Brother Wong was a member of the Marine Cooks and Stewards. ^ He retired in 1973, prior to the union's merger with the AGLIWD. WILLIAM OSTENDORF Pensioner William Ostendorf, 68, suf­ fered a fatal heart attack March 19. The Maryland native Joined the Seafarers in 1956 in the port of Baltimore. He sailed as a tugboat captain be­ fore retiring in January 1981. Boatman Ostendorf was buried March 22 in Baltimore's St. Stanislaus Cemetery. He is sur­ vived by his wife, Agnes. GREAT LAKES RICHARD C. GRAHAM Richard Graham, 49, suc­ cumbed to cancer March 11. Bom in Michigan, he served in the Marine Corps from 1954 to 1956. Brother Graham Joined the SIU in October 1962 in the port of Frankfort, Mich. He worked as an engineer for Mackinac Island Ferry Lines and was an active member at the time of his death. He is sur­ vived by his wife. Donna, and seven daughters. FAUNTLEROY ROMMEL Pensioner Fauntleroy Rommel, 87, died of cancer March 11. A native of Clare, Mich., he Joined the union in December 1953 in the pal of Elberta, Mich. Brother Rommel sailed in the engine de­ partment aboarcl car ferries be­ fore he retired in August 1968. He was buried in the Blaine Township (Mich.) Cemetery. ,V : • X• CORRECTION An incorrect obituary conceming deep sea member George Bames was published in last month's Seafarers LOG. The corrected biograph­ ical sketch is printed below. GEORGE BARNES Pensioner George Bames, 63, suf­ fered a fatal heart attack February 12. The Philadelphia native served in the Marines from 1944 to 1946. Brother Bames Joined the SIU in May 1951 in the port of Gal­ veston, Texas. He shipped in the deck department until his re­ tirement in August 1986. Diary of a Voyage unseen world so that many people can benefit. Continued from page 20 One of the marked changes that has occurred along this fied that we had no contra­ voyage has been the light of band, they left and then day. When we began it would boarded the barge. At that begin to become dark around point, I retumed to bed. I un­ 8:00 p.m. By the time we made derstand that they finally left Panama, it was dark by 7:00. and we got back underway at One can really notice the lati­ about 1:30 a.m. tudinal differences in the For me it was only one length of days as we have more note in this whole adven­ sailed almost due north-south ture. For some of the crew­ and back. men, it was an agitation, We should pick up the 30especially since they could not mile buoy around 6:00 a.m. accompany the searchers as tomorrow, then dock in Lake they scurried in each of our Charles around noon. When rooms. l ean say now, though, we get there, it will be business that I have seen first hand that as usual. The ABs will work the Coast Guard is involved in quickly and efficiently to get drug interdiction on the high the barge to dock and thi&n se­ seas. cure it in place. After that, they will tether the lines of El Fal­ Day 24 con Grande to the dock and this voyage will be completed. I spent most of the day try­ It has been done so many times ing to catch up on the sleep that the miracle of the achieve­ that I lost when we were ment is missed by all who par­ boarded. It was 12:30 a.m. ticipate in it. when I returned to bed and at We have travelled from 3:30 a.m. I was up again for Louisiana to the equator and breakfast. Only the two ABs back in 20 days. We have vis­ who were on watch came. The three ports and have ited other crewmembers chose to moved tons of cargo. The en­ sleep as late as possible before gines have done their duty and their watch began. propelled us the distance with­ This evening I began taking out complaint. The crew has inventoiy of our storeroom in stood their watches, cooked preparation for ordering stores the meals and handled any dif­ when we arrive in Lake ficulties that arose. In all, it is Charles. I did a little tonight something to celebrate. But and I will finish it tomorrow. there won't be any band or congratulations on our return. There are only new orders, Day 25 new sailing times, quick turn I saw the first sign that we arounds and hurried efforts to were nearing home today— get everything ready to do it all the drilling rigs. The first ones again. to be seen are huge. Standing If the seamen had time, in over 800 feet of water and maybe they would be able to rising 80 or more feet out of stop and reflect on the the water, they stand as bea­ herculean effort and accom­ cons welcoming us back to our plishments they perform. In­ country. They stand alone, stead, it is just another run, doing their work in a silent and another day, another watch. „ .r-4:'. '..J, • •' ' f. �SEAFARERS LOG 26 ?;r;:^-;.;;' v'; .:, •; r Mii, • -• • :' pv, '•- •/. Lundeberg School Bnduates Eight Classes m % ^-\'.U':' -• . v.. • • It?!' •;•••;,;• •pi;.". '•.. ' ' •• •• i Trainee Lifeboat Class 470—Graduating from trainee iifeboat class 470 are (from left, kneeling) Larry Carranza, Rodney Edmands Jr., Mike Cullum, Tim Perkins, Timothy Green, Eric Dangerfield, Angel Pereira, (second row) Francisco Sarinana, Jason Trickett, Kelly Henderson, Jack Mills, Shane Cassidy, Thomas Orzechowski Jr., Robert Harris, Barbara Clucas, Paul Pagano, Matthew Wilcox, James Guhn, Ben Cusic (instructor), (third row) Steven Williams, Kyron Bickham and James Speer. Trainee Lifeboat Class 471—-Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat class 471 are (from left, kneeling) Brian Smith, Tina Montney, Kevin Shinn, Raul Padro, Richard Riley, Kevin TwifOfd, David Colucci, (second row) Buddy Miller, William Gordon, Bo Baxter, Scott Pack, Karmell Crawford, Levelle Sears, Kevin Mitchell, Troy Solomon, Charles Allred, Jon Benson, Paul Hayes, Stan Garnett, Robert Rogers and Joe Braden. i-:;.;>.:.- • p- • i-, ••.. il'- :•:•• i&". •••; ••:" ^ liv'-'' :•••' i Tankerman-—Graduates of the tankerman class receiving their endorsements this month are (from ieft) Jim Shaffer (instructor), Reinaldo Rivera, Efrain Morales, Edward Hernandez, Claude Sankey, (second row) Juan Diaz, Pablo Navarro, Louis Ferrer and Rafael Pujals. Marine Electronics Technician—Upgrading their engine department ratings are (from left) Robert Wroblewski Jr., Gary Hughes, Marsha Mullis, Russ Levin (instructor), Steve Roberts and Charles Lofton. P :••' •-•' i ' " •' 'P' i Upgraders Lifeboat—These members learned about emergency drills, basic compass navigation and use of ail lifeboat and iife raft equipment. They are (from left) Willard Martin, Robert Varnadore, David McCarthy, Antonio Delgado and Jim Moore (instructor). QMED--Completing their instruction as Qualified Members of the Engine Department are (from ieft, kneeling) Blair Greene, Paul Duffany, Dean Truax, Mann Aroon, Todd Christensen, (second row) Douglas Rumball, Vince Larimer, Ronald Celious, Andre Carriere, (third row) Angeio Persica, Kevin Hall, C.A. Long, T.W. Preston, Thomas Flynn, Daniel Crean, Jorge Bonelli, (fourth row) Calesta Saunders, O'Dell Parmley, James Green, Gilbert Millsap and Barney Kane (instructor). LimitedMates—Graduates of the limited mates course are (from left) Robert Foltz III, Casey Taylor (instructor), Donald Somers and Gordon Cherup. Diesel Engine Technology—Earning their certification in diesei engine ly are (from left, sitting John Smith, Frank Sessa, (standing) Philip technology Pardovich, Brett Lammers, Curtis Jackson, Mark Dumas, Eric Bain and John Wiegman (instructor). k'p" •• •, : P:-r �mm m mmm COURSC saimu .•.V- The foUowing is the current course schedule for June-October 1991 at the Seafarers Harry Xundeberg School of Seamanship. All programs are geared to iniprove job skills of SIU members and to promote the American maritime industry. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry s needs as well as the national emergency mobdiZatioh in the Persian Cruif. Check-In Cbrnffletioh Date Date CHI Spilt Prevention & June 24 June 28 Containment <1 wei^: Augji^ 5 August 9 September 16 September 30 October 28 November 1 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Detk llfgnding Courts Check-In Coinn^eUon Date Date Julys August 16 September 2 October II October 28 December 6 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior , to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Lifeboatman June 10 June 21 June 24 Julys Julys July 19 July 22 August 2 August 16 Augusts August 19 August 30 rSifsi September 2 September 13 iSeptember 16 September 27 'f ' ^ vr September 30 October 11 October 2S October 14 October 28 November 8 Ship Handling June 24 Julys August 19 August 30 September 30 October ll October 28 November 8 r Radar Observer Unlimited July 12 Julys September 2 September 6 'i October 21 Novemlter 8 C Inland Deck Licenses September 30 December6 • Celestial Navigation July 15 August 2 Third Mate September 2 December 13 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Tankerman August 19 ill# Course Able Seaman !V , e- m •<.' •• ISt^ij/Ufignd Courses Check-In Completion Course Date Date Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker, All open-ended (contact admissions Chief Cook, Chief Steward . office for starting dates) Upon completion, all students will take a Sealift Familiarization class. Eag'me Upgtadb^ Courses Check-In Completion Date Date QME&-Any Rating September 30 December 20 Plreman^Waterteader and Qil^ S^tember2 October 11 ; Ad students must take the Oil Spill Prevention arid Containment class. Punifaoom Maintenance & Operations September 30 November 8 Miarlna Electro Augusts September 27 October 14 December 6 iRA^intion Maintenance & Orations August 19 September 27 Marine Electronics Teclmician September 30 December 20 Electro-Hydraulics June 10 July 19 Basic Electronics September 2 September 27 Hydiaulics June 10 July 5 July 22 August 16 Refrigerated Containers Maintenance July 8 August 2 ^ Wdding September 30 October 2S Deep Sea/Inland Engineers October 7 December 13 Assistant Engineer (Deep Sea & Inland) October 4 December 13 All students in the Engine Departmerit will have a two-week Sealff: Earifidiarizntiort class at the end of their regular course. *• ••-SI •;: , • , /— SHISS Cdhge Program SAeMt br 1991 PUIX 8-weeR Sessions June 3 August 12 October 21 1991 Adult education Sdiedule July 26 : October 4 Deceittbeir 13 Course High School Equivalency (GED) lleidriWtaHm^ Adult Basic Education (ABE) Check-In • Date ; June 3 September 30 Course Steward Recertification Bosun Recertification Completion Date Julys November 4 UPGRADING APPIICAWN Name. (Last) Date of Birth. (Middle) (First) Address. Mo./Day/Year (Street) (City) (State) Telephoned (Zip Code) L. (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course Comj^etion Date September 13 December 6 September 13 December 6 September 13 October 18 December 6 July 12 With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. RATING DATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE Book #. Social Security #_ Seniority SIGNATURE.. Department- U.S. Citizen: English as a Second Language (£^) Check-In Date July 29 'October 28 July 29 October 28 July 29 September 29 October 28 June 17 • Yes • No Home Port. I am interested in the following course(s) checked below or indicated here if not listed Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? If yes, which program: from • Yes • No to Last grade of school completed. (dales attended) Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? • Yes • No If yes, course(s) taken_ Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? • Yes • No If yes, how many weeks have you completed? Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement? • Yes • No Firefighting: • Yes • No CPR: • Yes Q No Date available for training — Primary language spoken DATE. ^ — ^ —r •: DECK • AB/Sealift • Isl Class Pilot • Third Mate • Radar Observer Unlimited • Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course ENGINE • FOWT • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) Q Marine Electrical Maintenance Q Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems • Automation • Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility • Cook and Baker • Chief Cook • Chief Steward • Towboat Inland Cook ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding • Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) • •I*-' > ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) • High School Equivalency Program (GED) • Developmental Studies (DVS) n English as a Second Language (ESL) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation COLLEGE PROGRAM G Associates in Arts Degree G Certificate Programs No IransporUtlon wM be paid unless you present original rtceipte and successfuDy complete the course. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center. Piney Point. MD. 20674 5191 " rv..' ;• . •.u; '.x V-'.••V v " ' fewaemttis*? t-f- • • • '.•.'•V .X-.A;-") - 4W /1, '• f' •> ••'•5 v| T f• , I -V. �iwrnMrn St •, SEAEUOEMBS Learn to Earn Seafarers can upgrade their ship­ board skiiis and thereby increase their earning power by taking courses at the union's Lundeberg School. See page 22 for eligibility requirements. May 1991 Volume 53, Number 5 Great Lakes Pensioner Builds Award-Winning Model Ships Pi 'fcp J • . '!•';•••• '-l''-''--; •:|!i i§: •'•-•>:'PiiI:: . 'Un :ij|C /•',: 'y-A: • -V • V , , ;:, v: |tev... M- t'-Piiiv;. p- P'v'ip • ""'i-.'. • iv'. • I •. h"-. 4?>''.. . " ' ^ : . Pensioner Helge Anderson lifts up the bridge and deck of the Irene A. model he built to show its working steam engine. As a child, Helge Anderson used to gaze across Lake Erie from his northeast Ohio home and won­ der what life would be like if he worked on the Great L^es. He built models of the ships he saw sailing past the coast and floated them along the shore with his friends. Today, Anderson reminisces about his career as an SIU member sailing for Great Lakes Towing. And he still builds models that he can float along the shore of Lake Erie near his native Conneaut, Ohio home. The 70-year-old deck depart­ ment pensioner constructs a vari­ ety of tugboats, passenger ships and oldtime man-of-wars not just for himself but for others. Anderson's a ward-winning ves­ sels are on display in various mar­ itime museums in the area, and one finely detailed tugboat sits in the headquarters lobby of Great Lakes Towing in Cleveland. Some of his work has been valued at $10,000. "I've been making models since I was a kid," Anderson recently told a reporter from the Seafarers LOG. "But I started getting serious about it in 1972." The living room of Anderson's home is filled with ships and tug­ boats of numerable sizes and shapes. Tugboats, on which he shipped for 20 years with the tow­ ing company, are so detailed that even mops hang in their proper places. The larger models feature sliding doors on the bridge, steer­ ing sticks and throttles in their proper locations and dimensions. Several of Anderson's tugboats do more than just float. "Some you can play with," he noted. One, the Idaho, has a radio controlled engine inside of it so he can run it offshore. Another tugboat, the Irene A., has a miniature operating steam engine. "It is complete with a pipe to puff smoke," he pointed out. Anderson's home does have a garage which he has converted to his work area. Above the door that normally would be used for a vehi­ cle hangs a sign "Shipyard." Inside is a complete woodwork­ ing shop with band and table saws, hammers, files, rasps, nails, bolts, scales and paint. On one table is a 1781 man-of-war named the Rattlesnake, with a mast rising more than a foot above the deck. The 20-gun sloop sailed on the Great Lakes during the early 18()0s. Anderson uses instructions from kits, like the one he is follow­ ing for the Rattlesnake, for some of his models, but adds his own re­ finements to the vessels to make them more realistic. On his finely detailed vessels, he may add to fo'c'sles by building bunks, add­ ing a stove or painting items on the walls. He has some of the minute items, such as a steering stick or throttle, supplied from a modeling company. For the newer vessels, he will use company blueprints and scale them to the size he is planning to build. The wood Anderson uses for hulls is sugar pine. He also uses a lot of basswood to finish his ves­ sels. He can complete a vessel in approximately eight weeks, de­ pending on the size and detail of the ship. Algonac Patrolman Tim Kelley said Anderson and his models are well known across the Lakes. "Many members, including me, would love to own one of Helge's ships," Kelley stated. "We are amazed at how detailed he makes them. You feel you can get right aboard and start sailing them." Anderson retired from active sailing in January 1989. His career also included stints as a commer­ cial fisherman and salt-water niariner, but he always preferred sailing on Lakers. The life of the same Great Lakes Towing tugboat Louisiana is shown as it now appears as a diesel-powered vessel (left) and as it looked when it first sailed on the Lakes when it was steam-driven. Help Locate This Missing ChiitI \. The National Center for Miss­ ing and Exploited Children is seeking the help of Seafarers in locating young Lailaa Ahmed Aboseid. The child was abducted by her non-custodial father, Ahmed Mo­ hammed Aboseid, April 12,1990, when she was three years old. A warrant has been issued for the man's arrest. Lailaa Aboseid, who lives in Tempe, Ariz., was 3 feet tall, had brown eyes and brown hair and weighed 40 pounds at the time of her disappearance. Anyone with information about the child should contact the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children at (800) 843-5678 or the Tempe Po­ lice Department Missing Persons Unit at (602) 350-8306. Lailaa Ahmed Atmseld The man-of-war Rattlesnake is under construction in Helge Anderson's "shipyard," a garage converted into a workshop. . •- vVtVvV � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. 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Title A name given to the resource May 1991 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES HALL LECTURER CITES NEED FOR ‘ENDURING’ SHIP POLICY FLAG-DODGERS MAKE THEIR OWN RULES CONVENTION AMENDS SIUNA ‘JURISDICTION’ CLAUSE MEBA/NMU CONTINUES TO MUZZLE SEA-GOING MEMBERS; CAFETERIA WORKERS ARE USED TO OFFSET VOICE OF SEAMEN SIU, UNIONS SEEK TO BLOCK JOB-EXPORT TRADE DEALS SIU URGES PRESIDENTIAL ACTION TO BOLSTER U.S. FLEET DISLY RE-ELECTED HEAD OF MARINE FIREMEN TRANSCOM CHIEF JOHNSON CITES SIU’S WAR EFFORTS: THANKS SEAFARERS DURING INSPECTION OF UNION’S SCHOOL BREAUX, JOHNSON, TRUMKA AND DUNNE ARE HONORED BROWN, HOPKINS TAKE OVER MM&P HELM; COURT, LABOR DEP’T CERTIFY ELECTION NEW WAGE SCALE AND RETRO-PAY IN PLACE FOR SIU GOV’T SERVICES DIVISION MEMBERS SIU-CREWED DELTA QUEEN IS FITTED WITH NEW DOUBLE HULL GOOD SEAMENSHIP SKILLS SAVE TWO FISHERMAN STONEWALL JACKSON ACCIDENT UNDER INVESTIGATION RUNAWAY-FLAG SHIPS MAKE THEIR OWN RULES GETTING THE REISS INTO TIGHT HARBORS IS NO PROBLEM FOR SIU CREW LURLINE BLACK-GANG VISITED BY FOUR-LEGGED CARGO SEAFARER FALLS BACK ON IRISH HERITAGE TO SAVE HIS LIFE SEAFARERS SHOW SOLIDARITY WITH ISRAELI SEA OFFICERS UNION WHITEHURST: U.S. SHIPS KEY TO NATIONAL INTERESTS, U.S. MARITIME SECTOR MUST GO ON OFFENSIVE BOSUN GEORGE CRUZ KILLED IN ACCIDENT ALONG DOCK STEEL SHIPS AND IRON MEN DIARY OF A VOYAGE BY FATHER SINCLAIR OUBRE CORELLI DESCRIBES DIAMOND STATE’S VOYAGE TO GULF SEAFARERS: MORE SKILLS MEANS HIGHER PAY GREAT LAKES PENSIONER BUILDS AWARD-WINNING MODEL SHIPS Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 05/01/1991 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 53, No. 5 1991 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/877255f132efe60bbf20ef1234945863.PDF 0b1bdce8fa575aa0239fcca47c803dd7 PDF Text Text • i: • •; ,: r ... -:y ' ,-••^•'•••',^^^(--•'1^:^ -7: ^..-i-'-'. ••:7..W-'-S'.!tS;i:.~ "iVAe .:.-v :;;• , , - ;-. . A"'.:A,...._ ,.,;. SEAEiREMtS W:y-} •. H • 'f 'iW ^"''- -•1I7C Merchant Mariners in the Gulf: Doing What Has to Be Done The manner in which the merchant marine operates as the nation's fourth arm of defense is symbolized in the day's work of SlU Bosun Mike Wittenberg, who sailed aboard the USNS Wright during Operatiqn Desert Shield. The bosun is pictured above launching an H-1 Huey helicopter from the deck of the aviation support vessel, which is operated by a commercial U.S.-flag shipping company. Photo at upper left provides a bridge view of the Wright's helicopter activities. For articles about Seafarers on the Persian ^ulf run see pages 7,11,14, 15,18,19 and 32. • • Av'i# ..4 W^s^i ^ '• '•• - •• 7A i, . .- im A--.' •:' 7 J. • '• i '-V' -1 �SEAFARERS LOG President's Report The Struggle Goes On .fc.', ^.y; • •h-P •4! My': P' The life of the working person is one of struggle, and continuous struggle at that. The recent vote in Congress that will allow the adminis­ tration to negotiate a trade treaty with Mexico without having to submit the proposal for a full legislative debate was a big blow to American workers. The administration was seeking — and got — the right to negotiate a U.S./Mexico so-called free trade agreement under "fast track" authority. Such a procedure gives the U.S. Trade Representative the ability to bring back a proposed deal and all Congress can do about it is vote the package up or down — no amendments, no significant input from the American people. Congress, pressured heavily by a powerful Big Busi­ ness which stands to make big gains through access to 59 cent-an-hour Mexican labor, by a vote of 231 to 191 Michael Sacco gave the administration the fast track aiuthority it sought. Despite a formidable legislative effort by the AFL-CIO, its affili­ ated unions, including the SIU, and farmers and groups concerned over the environment, a majority of the House decided to give the president wide latitude to come up with a trade deal. Although the fast track forces won out, it is heartening that as many as 191 representatives felt a responsibility to the American people to put such a trade deal to the true test of worth — a full and fair debate in the U.S. Congress. Ready for Round Two As a result, American workers and their unions must stay on their toes and keep a constant eye on the administration's negotiating strategy. And we must be prepared to make our case to Congress when that group of elected officials is presented with a final U.S./Mexico trade agreement. This recent fight to try and keep decent, good-paying jobs for Ameri­ can citizens within our national boundaries reminds us that the struggle of working people versus those who control the machinery of commerce and government is a never-ending one and certainly is not a piece of cake. But this union was bom out of stmggle and strengthened in con­ flict. The disappointing vote of Congress on the U.S./Mexico free trade agreement means we'll just have to come back tougher on the next round. Who's Kidding Who? In a proclamation issued on the day set aside to take stock of the nation's maritime assets. President George Bush acknowledged the im­ •yimimy. •>. • i '!'':u"-'' "''.V portance of sealift in the liberation of Kuwait and noted that "recent events have fostered renewed pride in America s merchant seafarers. He saluted "all those who serve in our vital maritime industries." Whoever is writing the president's stuff knows enough to pay lip ser­ vice to American shipping.' Unfortunately his policy-makers and cabinet members, the Ones whose hands crank the wheels of government, move merrily along slamrtiing and undercutting U.S.-flag shipping at any chance they get. The fancy words in the president's proclamation praising the role of the merchant marine in Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm are in­ consistent with the administration's maritime policy which can be charac­ terized as neglectful and disinterested at best and non-existent or downright hostile at worst. Looking at the administration's actions over the past two years, it is possible to accuse the government of attempting to kill off the maritime industry. Words Are Nice but Actions Are Better It is the administration's energy policy, recently sent to Congress, that in calling for the creation of a Defense Petroleum Reserve establishes waivers of national laws governing cabotage and cargo preference. This is the administration that negotiated a toothless bilateral maritime agree­ ment with the Soviet Union, a treaty that provides no cargo for U.S. ships. This year, the State Department, through some fast shuttling of funds from one agency to another, got around U.S. cargo preference laws and allowed housing bought by Israel with American financing to be car­ ried on foreign flag ships. These examples are typical of the problems the industry is up against -in coping with the anti-merchant marine policies of the executive branch of government. With so much energy directed at bending the letter and spirit of our laws that promote a healthy U.S.-flag fleet, is it any wonder the president's Maritime Day proclamation rings a little hollow? The ball is in the administration's court, if for no other reason than the recent examples of the role of U.S. shipping and American seamen in Op­ eration Desert Shield and Desert Storm and now in Desert Sortie. It is time for the administration to put the president's words into some sort of action and support a policy which will allow a merchant marine to thrive instead of shrill. Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm proved President George Bush has it in him to exercise leadership, develop a program, seek and se­ cure the support of Congress and execute a plan of action with swifmess and courage. A true Maritime Day pledge would utilize all of those presi­ dential assets'pn behm of the industry which, once again, has vividly proved its wortli as the nation's fourth arm of defense. .;. 7.; SIU Announces Winners of Scholarshiu Awards The Seafarers has announced the winners of its 1991 scholarship awards. They include three SIU members: AB Danny Arthur Kayser of Prescott, Ariz., a fouryear scholarship winner; Cook and Baker Roberta Blum of the Bronx, N.Y., a two-year scholar­ ship winner; Chief Steward Re­ becca Sleeper Manion of Port St. Lucie, Fla., a two-year winner. The four dependents of SIU members who were awarded scholarships in this year's program were: Michelle Lee Budnik of Posen, Mich., daughter of Great Lakes member Michael F. Budnik, a four-year scholarship winner; Carl R. Chavez of Seattle, son of deep sea pensioner Vincent Chavez, a four-year scholarship Volume 53, Number 6 winner; Peter Joseph Sheehan of Staten Island, N.Y., son of deep sea member John J. Sheehan, a fouryear winner; and Jeri N. Tucker of Mobile, Ala., daughter of deep sea memijer James Tucker, a four-year scholarship winner. Four-year scholarships provide the winners with $15,000 each to­ wards their college tuition and ex­ penses. The two-year awards total $6,000 each. Pursuing Goals In announcing their selection, SIU President Michael Sacco con­ gratulated each one of the scholar­ ship winners. "The Seafarers International Union is proud of its members and their dependents who pursue advanced academic June 1991 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSC Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing of­ fices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafar­ ers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith; Associate Editors, Daniel Duncan and Max Hall; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene, Art Direc­ tor, Bill Brewer. /...J ^< The applications for scholarships being awarded by the SIU were examined by a panel of professional educators who determined the winners. From the left are Dr. Gayle A. Olson, Dr. Charles Lyons Jr., Dr. Henry Toutain, Dr. Trevor Carpenter, Father David Albert Boileau, Dr. Michael Glaser and Dr. Charles D. O'Connelldr. and vocational goals," Sacco noted in a communication to each of the seven awardees. With these newest recipients, a total of 210 scholarships have been awarded since the program began in 1952. The seven were chosen on the basis of their academic perfor­ mance by an impartial panel of pro­ fessional educators appointed by the Board of Trustees of the Sea­ farers Welfare Plan. Seven professional educators composed the 1991 scholarship panel. They were Father David Albert Boileau of Loyola University, Dr. Trevor Carpenter of Charles County (Md.) Community Col­ lege, Dr. Michael Glaser of St. Mary's College of Maryland, Dr. Charles Lyons Jr. of the American Association of Colleges and Uni­ versities, Dr. Charles D. O'Connell Jr. of the University of Chicago, Dr. Gayle A. Olson of the University of New Orleans and Dr. Henry Toutain of Gustavus Adolphus College (Maryland). rf'y'-f. �y'"' . juNi m -• •••••=:, s S'i: In the Wake of Desert Storm , y •£ •"M Militaiy Verdict: U.S. Siii^ Key to Defense involved in the recent Persian Gulf operation, proclaimed the essentiality of American ship­ ping and stressed the need for a balanced U.S.flag fleet. Top military leaders observe that rapid sealift and the ability to project forces to any area of the world are critical ingredients in the nation's defense strategy, particularly in light of the lessons learned from Operation Desert Shield/ Storm and the changes in the world brought about by the collapse of communist govern­ ments in East and Central Europe and the opening up of the Soviet system. Secretary of Defense Dick Cheney has high­ lighted the importance of mobility for the pur­ pose of an adequate defense. A priority of DOD is "the ability to project military power rapidly to areas of U.S. strategic *A DOD priority is the ability to project military power rapidly to areas of US. strategic interest.' taining the forward military presence" while the defense budget directs "resources for in­ creased mobility." 'Highly Responsive' Force The Department of Defense chief said, "The Secretary Cheney interest," Cheney said. Additionally, in restruc­ turing the nation's conventional forces, DOD "will include a high airlift and sealift capacity." He told the House Foreign Affairs Committee in March that the nation's new defense posture focuses on "regional contingencies and on sus­ General Powell *The experience of Desert Shield offers some valuable lessons that we intend to use in structuring our future lift forces.' Seafarers, Pensimers, dailies rate Psut HI First BawHts Talks in Houston and Mobile, active and retired Seafarers and their families met with officials of the various benefits programs which serve their medical, pension, vacation and education needs. The conferences, which are designed to as­ sure that all Seafarers and their families receive the maximum entitlements provided for by the Seafarers plans, began last month in Houston and Mobile. Similar benefits talks are scheduled to take place in other SIU halls. (See schedule on page 13.) OMU Orlin Sargent, who attended the con­ ference in Mobile, said "I heard a lot of ques­ tions and a lot of answers. I thought the con­ ference was good because it keeps people upto-date on all that the plans give." He added that the materials provided to conference par­ ticipants would be particularly helpful to the spouses of Seafarers. "To have the information around while we are out at sea, will be a big help to the wives." "I had a question I've been meaning to ask for years," said DEU Fortune McCants Jr., who sails from the Mobile hall. The session provided "a good chance to go over that and learn from other people's questions," McCants said. The DEU saw the conferences as a positive trend. "I'm proud of the SIU—I've been here .n., : ;,r. • •• srr-/ • The Senator—an SlU-crewed, U.S.-flag commercial carrier—was chartered by the military to transport materiei during the Persian Quit engagement. Beginning in December, Crowiey Maritime, the vessel's operator, pulled the ship from its commercial run between Florida and Central America and dedicated its use to Operation Desert Shieid/Storm. Above, the vessel is loading guif-bound cargo. 23 years—and things just keep getting better." Retired Seafarer Charles "Chuck" HOI said after attending the session in Houston, "We need more of this type of meetings to educate our members about benefits." Retired member Arthur Finnell and his wife, Judy, said they felt more confident about the plans after participat­ ing in the workshops. Nick Marrone, the administrator of the var­ ious Seafarer plans—including medical, pension and vacation, reported that the workshop struc­ ture of the sessions encouraged a good giveand-take discussion. Leo Bonser, the plan's Continued on page 13 The wife of QMED/Pumpman Larry W. Philpot gathers information on the array of Seafarers benefits avail­ able to her family. Novelyn Philpot is pictured above with her grandson Jonathan during the Houston benefits conference. regional contingencies we might face are many and varied, including differences in terrain, climate, distance from the U.S., nature of threat forces, potential for outside involvement, and level of infrastructure and host nation support." However, the common thread running through any potential regional conflict, he observed, "is that they will arise on very short notice, and therefore require a highly responsive military capability. As we have learned again most clearly in Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm, a regional crisis can also mean mounting a very large military operation." In testimony presented as early as September 11,1990 before the Senate Committee on Armed Services, General Colin L. Powell, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, voiced concern over the nation's sealift assets. Lack of U.S. Ships In responding to a written question from Senator John Warner (R-Va.), General Powell said, "Our nation's sealift capability needs im­ provement. The decline of our merchant marine continues unabated. As a result, the non-availability of militarily useful U.S. merchant ship­ ping and the lack of sufficient numbers of the kind of ships we need in the Ready Reserve General Johnson 'The solution to our future sealift capacity ... must include efforts to improve the US. merchant marine. Force (RRF) drove the requirement to charter foreign-flagged ships. . ." During a follow-up hearing by that Senate committee on December 3, in answering a question on American airlift and sealift capacity submitted by Senators Warner and William Cohen (R-Maine), General Powell said, "The experience of Desert Shield offers some valu­ able lessons that we intend to use in structuring our future lift forces." Continue on page 12 "• V fet In the aftermath of the actual physical conflict if^e Persian Gulf, the American military is evaluating the effectiveness of all elements that went into Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm. Insofar, as U.S. shipping is concerned, the verdict of commanders and planners throughout the military is that the nation's defense interests require more sealift capability and a healthy American-flag merchant marine. In a series of congressional hearings. officers and strategists from the U.S. Armed Forces, who were deeply M'- •. • • t-.'-v ii. �' ."i ••, , '• --'.rv suFJumm Hea¥y Gulf Ship Sumly Une Goes In Gev&se m -ii'' , v- I';- > • J::: I f .m :#Sfi -fs:- / --tv Pi , I' ;! y'' 1 • ^ W'' • (4'-y'''PPPi .. • ^f Largest Seaiift All-in-all more than 10 million tons of military equipment, sup­ plies and fuel were carted over to the gulf, making the operation the largest American seaiift since World War 11. Ships carried 86 percent of the dry cargo and 99 percent of the fuel in a seven- The SlU-crewed Cape Ducato, a roll-on/roll-off vessel in the Ready Reserve Force, brings home 197 M-1A tanks. The mliitary equipment, which arrived at the Port of Charieston in April, awaits rail shipment to Anniston Army Depot in Alabama and to Fort Stewart, Georgia. month period, an average of 84 million pounds of cargo per day. General Hansford T. Johnson, commander-in-chief of United States Transportation Command, the military's supervisory agency for transport logistics, told a congressional panel in March that the United States had "sealifted over 32 million square feet of unit equipment—enou^ tanks, trucks, ammunition, foodstuffs and other equipment to cover every square foot of 676 football fields." "The volume of ship traffic across the seas between the U.S. and the Persian Gulf became so great during the deployment that we frequently referred to the sealift operation as 'the steel bridge,' " ."C-.r-VV . .-r •nm • ''t'4 & • 'i.4'44 2- .'.-.U'-.v •4S"r •• ••' By quickly transferring seaiift assets from Operation Desert Sor­ tie or changing course in mid­ stream, American ships have been aWe to come to the aid of the Kurdish refugees and victims of a cyclone in Bangladesh. Under the auspices of the Militap^ Seaiift Command (MSC), U.S. ships are assisting in relief efforts. The SIU- crewed Noble Star, which serves in MSC's afloat proposi­ tioning force, brought 223 40-foot containers of foodstuffs to Mersin, Turkey in late April. nionth. The lighter-aboard-ship (LASH) was unable to deliver close to 6,000 tons of bagged food in 18 barges because U.S. and allied naval personnel could not inspect the cargo to ensure compliance with the United Nation's man­ dated economic sanctions against Iraq. Known as Operation Provide Comfort, the effi)rt to organize relief, camps and security for the Kurdish refugees involves a threeservice task force and the coop­ eration of several military agen­ cies, including MSC. More than a million Kurds raced from their homes to Iran or the mountainous region between northern Iraq and Turkey in March and April after launching unsuc­ cessful attempts to defeat Saddam •V. .-• '-•ir • •ri•% ^ .VVVA:,'. - . ,iVr, • '•• m- Surge in Reverse That 'steel bridge' is operating today in reverse. The Military Seaiift Command (MSC) reported by early April,10 ships were trans­ porting equipment of the Marine Expeditionary Forces, the Army's 82nd and 101st Airborne and 24th Mechanized Infantry Divisions. The SlU-crewed USNS Bellatrix, one of the military's eight fast seaiift ships, was among the first vessels to leave the Persian Gulf Merchant Marine Assists in Relief Efforts for Kurds, Bangladeshis Another vessel crewed by Sea­ farers, Waterman Steamship Corp.'s Green Valley, carried Kurdish aid cargo but was pre­ vented from delivering it, reported the Journal of Commerce last «-•; i':' t'i ' said General Johnson, whose agency coordinated the land, air and sea transport of materiel for Operation Desert Shield/Storm and now Sortie. with redeployed materiel destined for the United States. The Bellatrix arrived in Savannah on April 7. Currently, MSC is utilizing the services of 111 U.S.-flag shipsincluding 8 fast seaiift ships, 66 RRF vessels, 37 chartered bot­ toms—and 71 foreign-flag carriers in the redeployment effort. The ships are delivering the military cargo to the ports of Wilmington, N.C.; Houston; Baltimore; San Diego, Calif.; Charleston, S.C.; Jacksonville, Fla. and Hawaii. MSC said 150,000 tons of mili­ tary hardware has been returned to the United States. Additionally, 340,000 tons of cargo was never unloaded in the gulf. The ships, originally heading toward the gulf, simply did a "U-tum" when the shooting war was over and have brought or are in the process of bringing the 340,000 tons of ma­ teriel back to its original loading points. Considering 3.4 million tons of dry cargo was shipped to the gulf for the military engagement, to date that leaves just under 3 mil­ lion tons to be removed or left in the region. Press reports indicated Secre­ te of Defense Dick Cheney was discussing the possibility of leav­ ing some of the military equipment in the Gulf during his meetings with gulf state leaders last month. However, to date, no formal agreements regarding either the sale or positioning of American materiel has been announced. • i'i. • :• fV While the Persian Gulf military deployment may be over for most of the world, the same cannot be said for the men and women who make up the American merchant marine. Currently, 111 U.S.- flag vessels—^the majority of which are manned by Seafarers—are taking part in Operation Desert Sortie, the military's name for the mas­ sive redeployment of materiel shipped to the Persian Gulf after Iraq invaded Kuwait last August. U.S. military and maritime of­ ficials estimate that what took seven months to amass could easily take as long to disperse. Consequently, Seafarers can expect that most of the vessels brought into service from the Ready Reserve Force (RRF), as well as ships cranked up from reduced-operating-status (ROS), will continue to sail on the Persian Gulf run through the fall. The Operation Desert Shield/ Storm deployment to the gulf lifted 540,000 troops, 2,000 Army tanks, 2,200 armored vehicles, hundreds of self-propelled Howitzers, 1,000 helicopters for the Army as well as hundreds of aircraft, trucks and combat equipment for the other branches of the armed services. The SlU-crewed USNS Pessumpsick sailed to Bangladesh to assist seven amphibious ships of the Marines which were assigned to the Bangladesh relief effort following the Persian Gulf cease-fire. -r Hussein's army. When a multination group began organizing re­ lief efforts, the vast majority of Kurds returned to their homes or set up residence in the tent cities erected by the allies. Bangladesh Aid After a cyclone slammed into Ban^adesh April 30, U.S. Armed Services personnel were moved to that country to begin distributing food, water and medical supplies. Additionally, American troops are assisting in the effort to locate survivors and assess damages. According to Navy Times, an SlU-crewed maritime prepositioning ship, the Lt. Jack Lummus, brought water and fuel. The MSC Pacific fleet oiler USNS Pes­ sumpsick, which is manned by members of the SIU's government services division, assisted seven Marine Corps amphibious ships which were diverted to Bangla­ desh while en route to their home ports from the Persian Gulf. The humanitarian assistance is designed to help the Bangladesh government ward off the threat of wide-spread disease and famine in the wake of the cyclone and sub­ sequent flooding and storms. Re­ lief workers estimate as many as 10 million Ban^adeshis are in dan­ ger of contracting an illness, starv­ ing or dying of exposure. Thousands of Bangladeshis look for a loaf of bread being brought by relief workers to the Island of Urir In the Bay of Bengal. The devastating April 30 cyclone left some 16,000 survivors with very little shelter, food or water. k Leaving makeshift encampments In treacherous mountains on the Turklshfraq border, thousands of Kurdish ref­ ugees make their way to tent cities established by allied military forces. �;-*/t ' .. i .•• -1 -,jJ , •••I,'/.:.!- •'^ ;i"r-KiWV "l-, •; • - .' ,•." •v.,.V- JUNE 1991 Check of National Driver Register, 5-Yoar Renewal and Fees Are Among the Coast Guard's Plans for Seamen's Documents Government procedures affect­ ing the issuance of U.S. Coast Guard seamen's licenses, docu­ ments and certificates are in the process of changing as a result of recently enacted legislation origi­ nating in response to marine oil spills and an attempt to bring the nation's federal budget into line. The U.S. Coast Guard has be­ gun placing an expiration date on U.S. Merchant Mariners' docu­ ments—also known as "Z" cards— and Certificates of Registry issued by the agency to merchant sea­ men. Additionally, the agency is preparing to implement a proce­ dure by which the National Driver Register (NDR) is checked for any records of an applicant for Coast Guard-issued licenses, documents or certificates. Furthermore, in the near future, the Coast Guard will begin requiring a fee for the issu­ ance of licenses, documents or certificates. The five-year renewal process and the National Driver Register check are mandated by the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (CPA 90), the legislation that cleared Con­ gress in the wake of the Exxon Valdez oil spill in March 1989. After President Bush signed the legislation in August 1990, CPA 90 became law. Although CPA 90 became law last year, it has taken some time for the Coast Guard to begin ad­ dressing the provisions of the stat­ utes concerning the licenses, doc­ uments and certificates of seamen. The legislation has many wideranging and varied sections, many of which had to be implemented immediately. Among the first OPA 90 provisions to be instituted were a mandate to have double hulls on oil carriers operating in U.S. waters by certain years, a limiting of con­ tinuous hours of work aboard U.S.flag tankers and the establishment of a national oil spill response mechanism. 5-Year Renewal All of the Coast Guard's Re­ gional Exam Centers (RECs) throughout the country have been advised by the chief of the agen­ cy's headquarters office of Marine Safety, Security and Environmen­ tal Protection, Rear Admiral J.D. Sipes, to begin issuing documents and Certificates of Registry with expiration dates. All new or original documents and Certificates of Registry will be valid for a five-year period and will be marked with an expiration date. All upgrades of ratings on documents submitted now also will be marked with a five-year expi­ ration date. Coast Guard RECs have been advised by the agency's head­ quarters to notate new or up­ graded merchant marine docu­ ments with a typed or stamped expiration date below the logo and above the name on the front and a typed or stamped expiration date in place of the issue date on the reverse. (See document on this page.) National Driver Register for any individual applying for a license, document or certificate, including ones that are being renewed. While the exact process for the check has not yet been developed, the agency is asking applicants for licenses, documents or certificates to sign an affidavit authorizing the National Driver Register through a designated state department of motor vehicles to fiimish the Coast The Coast Guard urges holders of both a license and a document to convert their merchant mariner document at the same time as license renewal in order to allow for concurrent expiration dates. Any individual obtaining a Mer­ chant Mariners' Document or a Certificate of Registiy will be asked to sign an affidavit indicating that they acknowledge the expiration date and that they will be subject DATE MATURAUZEO NATURAUZATION Na DATE FIRST PAPERS 1 AUEN REGISTRATION NO. l .AIJIIJEA.AIJIALIIIJIIJEJ HneNT 71" WEIGHT COMPLEXION 200 FAIR COLOR HAIR BRONN COLOR EYES | SOCIAL SECURITY ttO. | BRONN 1117 52 6308 ISSUED BY U. S. COAST GUARD ^ I.S.MJ 1 1 I " BALTIMORE; MMtYlAND Expires 20„Harch 1996 QMED-ANY RAli LIFEBOATNANi ORDINARY Sf STEMARD'S MARlNERSJLOCllEl! Carl Ludm'g PETH III I OB BK WUMBER ~ 417 52 6308 'ym- DATE OF BIRTH 12 Apr 4 Amis USA HOME ADDRESS ORE OF MARINER The front and back of a recently-issued "Z" card include an expiration date limiting the life of the document to five years. to the renewal requirements listed in regulations when they apply for renewal in five years. Current holders of documents and certificates that have been issued in the past will be required to go through a renewal process once the agency has put a system in place for issuing renewals of previously issued documents and certificates. Currently there is no require­ ment for a seaman to renew his document or certificate. The Coast Guard is in the process of devel­ oping these requirements. Once the Coast Guard issues rules and regulations establishing a proce­ dure for issuing renewals, then all seamen will have to renew their documents or certificates accord­ ing to the renewal scheme listed in OPA 90. The renewal scheme allows a seaman to restart his or her document on the five-year an-. niversary (or five-year incre­ ments) of its date of issue. For example, if a document was issued on June 10, 1954, the five-yearincremental- anniversary would fall on June 10, 1994. Or if the docu­ ment was originally dated August 30,1969, the five-year-incremental anniversary would be August 30, 1994. The Coast Guard has been man­ dated by law to run a check of the Guard with any information per­ taining to their driving record. Driver Register Check The agency's headquarters has directed all Coast Guard offices to retain the affidavit (also called a "release') in a separate file, pend­ ing implementation of policies and procedures regarding access to the National Driver Register. The Coast Guard currently is developing the process for a check of the driver register. The law allows the Coast Guard to review back three years from the sea­ man's date of application for a license, document or certificate, unless a sanction issued earlier was still in effect during the threeyear window. However, a number of issues must be settled. For example, will a single drinking and driving in­ cident constitute grounds for not issuing a license or document or certificate? What kind of appeal process will be implemented? Initially, the Coast Guard will use the National Driver Register information to support the present process of screening applicants for licenses and documents. Any new uses or consequences will be an­ nounced to the general public in the Federal Register prior to final implementation. When the proc- • 'v' V ' 'i V' * ' "'•J' '' • ess hits the Federal Reg­ ister, any interested party can comment and urge changes. The Coast Guard will take these rec­ ommendations into consideration before issuing the final rule on the procedure. The SIU is monitoring the agen­ cy's moyes closely in this regard. The union fully intends to provide input on the process to ensure the rights of its members are safe­ guarded. As more information on this matter is available it will be presented to SIU members at monthly union meetings and in the Seafarers LOG. The legislation mandating a check of the NDR also gives the secretary of transportation (Or his agent, in this case the Coast Guard) the latitude to review a seaman's criminal record and to test for use of illegal drugs and alcohol. The law allows for licenses, documents or certificates to be revoked or suspended based on information obtained by the secretary of trans­ portation that the individual has abused drugs or alcohol. Seamen may be required to re­ port any traffic violations and other offenses that the Coast Guard deems would prevent the issuance of a license, document or registry. Like the process on the NDR check, there are still a number of issues to be resolved; For exam­ ple, what constitutes an "of­ fense?" The Coast Guard must publish in the Federal Register its preliminary plans detailing how the agency expects to comply with the law. As with the NDR review, the SIU wiU be following this closely. Fees for Documents The Omnibus Budget Reconcil­ iation Act passed by Congress and signed into law by the president last year sought to raise funds for the financially strapped federal government. As a result, the mar­ itime industry was socked with socalled user fees for Coast Guard services. Among the fees man­ dated by the Act is a charge for the issuance of licenses, docu­ ments or certificates. The Coast Guard is in the proc­ ess of developing a scale of fees so to date no monies are being sought when the agency issues or renews a license, document or certificate. However, the agency expects to, issue a scale of fees in the Federal Register in the near fu­ ture. There will be a comment period in which all interested par­ ties can have a say on the Coast Guard's proposal for fees. This input will be taken into consider­ ation by the agency and a final rule will be put into place. Currently, seamen applying for or upgrading or renewing licenses, documents and certificates will not be asked to pay a charge. But every seafarer should be aware that in the near future there will be a fee associated with the ap­ plication for Coast Guard-issued licenses, documents or certifi­ cates. k-f.. T, -'Tiri -Ws- �-. •-, P'V"-" '.^y, • ., •v,y Congress Granfs ^st Track Schedule for Trade Talks with Mexico, GATT j: s0'-y s-Ir-.. • • : .ifew;;.:,; t• •i. -Sr , ••" •• T- <.. . .}i-;^ 'f.;' The fast track measure passed the Congress after much intensive lobbying by industries that stand to gain from the lower wages and lax government environmental standards of Mexico. While Amer­ ican workers' wages start at $4.25 an hour, the dollar equivalent in Mexico is $0.59 an hour. The av­ erage U.S. worker earns $13.85 hourly. The average Mexican hourly wage is $1.99. i"- '• . i •' 1 ;• " '' • JVr ••,> ?: Both the House of Represen­ tatives and Senate granted Presi­ dent George Bush's request for a two-year extension of' 'fast track'' legislation to negotiate a U.S./ Mexico trade agreement in floor votes taken last month. Congress also extended the administration's time frame to negotiate a world trade agreement, known as GATT. Under fast track, first author­ ized in 1986, Congress gives up its right to amend any agreement the administration may reach with other countries. The legislative branch can vote only to accept or reject the total package. • =-•• i]<r.,-.-'i- „ v'^y.• ; 'iSSsy'S'"' I w The head of the military's agency in charge of the waterbome move­ ment of cargo cited Seafarers for their contribution to the gulf war efforts during an inspection of the SIU's training center. While on tour of the SIU's Lundeberg School, Vice Admiral Francis Donovan, Commander-inChief of the Military Sealift Com­ mand (MSC), thanked SIU mem­ bers for their role in supplying materiel for the troops in Opera­ tion Desert Shield/Storm and urged them to continue their hard work and studies. Donovan inspected all aspects of the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship curriculum and facility. The Vice Admiral met with staff members and students in the ship handling simulator, the vocational and educational class­ rooms and the manpower opera­ tion center. A Personal Thanks While visiting the manpower center, the Donovan commended its employees. "Your efforts and hard work in assisting the Military Sealift Command to man our ships during Desert Storm are greatly Senate Panel OKs Exploring Oil in Alaska The Senate Energy Committee approved last month the explora­ tion of oil in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR). The proposal, part of a comprehensive national energy policy currently being considered by Congress, next moves to the full Senate which will take up the debate of whether to develop the nation's domestic oil-producing capability. Congressman David Nagle (D-lowa) is told about Canada's bad experience with free trade agreements. Making this case were Canadian parliarnentarians Steve Butland and David Barrett, Canadian Labour Congress economist /Andrew Jackson and SIU of Canada Secretary Treasurer Andrew Boyle. Pictured above (from left to right) Nagle, Boyle, Jackson, SIU Director of Governmental and Congressional Affairs Terry Tumer, Barrett and Butland. Parliamentarian Barrett, who was joined by Steve Butland, an­ other member of Canada's House of Commons, noted how Canadian jobs had been lost to lower wage areas within the United States. Barrett and Butland, whose meet­ ings with Congress were coordi­ nated under the auspices of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades De­ partment, testified before the House Task Force on Economic Policy, Projections and Revenues. Remaining Alert The AFL-CIO, which brings to­ gether more than 100 national unions under one roof, had urged legislators to deny the administra­ tion fast track authority. The AFLCIO, and its affiliated unions— including the SIU, argued that a single up or down vote would not allow the American public ample opportunity to debate the merits of any free trade agreement. Now that both the U.S./Mexico trade treaty and the GATT talks are moving forward, the SIU Washington team will closely monitor the nitty-gritty items raised in the discussions. SIU legislative representatives will be working to ensure that the maritime industry is exempted from any trade pacts. The maritime industry, includ­ ing the SIU, has been working to keep waterbome transit out of the GATT talks. The industry has long held that subjecting maritime serv­ ices to global trade negotiations could endanger existing U.S. laws that promote the use of American bottoms—such as the Jones Act and cargo preference. The labor movement will mon­ itor and fight any attempt by the administration to make the U.S./ Mexico free trade agreement a jobexport program. MSG Chief Inspects School, Cites Seafarers \. \ "• 1': Learn from Canada The vote to allow the adminis­ tration to vigorously pursue the U.S./Mexico trade treaty came af­ ter Congress was warned by Ca­ nadian parliamentarians that their experience with so-called free trade agreements had not been com­ pletely rosy. Refering to the U.S./Canada trade pact that went into effect in 1988, David Barrett, head of the New Democratic Party in the House of Commons, told U.S. lawmakers, "We're here to point out your possible grapes of wrath." SeAFARiltS 106 appreciated," he said in an im­ promptu speech. "I'd like to thank you dl personally for a job well done." Donovan also addressed the May membership meeting at Piney Point. He pointed out that 80 per­ cent of all the materiel transported to fight the Iraqis was delivered by U.S-flag vessels. Donovan called the efforts of the U.S-flag fleet an "unbelievable performance. For the speed in which it has been done, it has not been equalled any time in history. And the folks of your organization were the key people who got out and got that moving for us." A Promising Career The vice admiral, noting the trainees in the audience, said it made him proud to see young people wanting to go to sea. "You are willing to become part of a disciplined system that is going to require a lot of you, but you have the tremendous benefit to belong to an organization that knows what loyalty up and loyalty down means." He compared his own experi­ ence as being "someone who walked into the Navy much the same way you have here, as a 17year-old, with no promises except that if you do a good day's work, someone is going to look out for you and take care of you." "Now, 39 years later, I am still here and still enjoying it as much as I did the first day. The same thing is open to you," summed up the vice admiral. At the SIU manpower center, MSC commander Francis Donovan reviews the union's registration and shipping procedures with Manpower Coordi­ nator Bart Rogers. Alaskan oil from the state's North Slope is allocated for do­ mestic consumption and therefore carried to U.S. ports on Americanflag tankers. Because the currently available supply of Alaskan oil is being depleted, the administration and many in Congress are seeking the opening of ANWR to oil ex­ ploration and ultimately drilling. The oil reserve in ANWR, lo­ cated beneath the tundra east of the Prudhoe Bay fields in northern Alaska, is estimated to possess one the largest oil reservoirs in the U.S. The energy legislation looks to tap the oil as a way to decrease American dependence on foreign oil. For Domestic Use While approving the explora­ tion, the Senate committee also forbade exportation of any oil from the fields to foreign markets. This would mean only U.S.-flag tank­ ers, using the Jones Act provisions, will transfer the ANWR oil from the Trans-Alaska Pipeline to refin­ eries along the west coast of the United States. (The Jones Act is a 1920 federal law limiting the trans­ fer of cargo between two American ports to U.S.-flag vessels.) Approval of the national energy package as it is now written in the Senate is expected to be tough. Environmentalists have an­ nounced they will offer several amendments on the Senate floor to kill any development of ANWR despite the fact that the bill limits the exploration of the Coastal Plains to a 1.5 million acre area of the 19 million included in ANWR. White House Support Estimates of the oil contained within the northeastern corner of Alaska run as high as 3.6 billion barrels. President George Bush and Senator Bennett Johnson (D-La.), who serves as energy committee chairman, view ANWR oil as a way to raise revenues to implement energy efficiency programs. The secretary of energy has announced that President Bush would veto any energy policy that did not in­ clude ANWR oil exploration. While some type of national en­ ergy legislation is expected to pass the Senate before the end of sum­ mer, the House of Representatives still is holding hearings in the sev­ eral committees with jurisdiction over such a policy. The House is not expected to take any action on a national energy policy before the Senate completes its work. �, -;V • ,:V< '/:'V.'.-v . • r-.'>A mttm Seaferers Acclaimed for Role in Desert Shieid/Stonn Bronstein, Grosso and Hoffman Represent SIU Members in National Maritme Dt^ Ceremonies M'": '••vi I^__ ' : ;,-v ;^'.,-'„;^.'•, .. • •• -••'-••< f. •' •• • ^''•-^: • :r"' ^ j\ v'-.-;^v.'..-,.py''",. The "herculean" efforts of American merchant mariners in the military's gulf war operations were praised by President George Bush, administration officials, military officers and members of Congress in a series of ceremonies held in observance of National Maritime Day, an annual event every May established in 1933 to promote public awareness of America's shipping heritage. On hand to represent Seafarers who participated in Operation Des­ ert Shield/Storm were Bosun Ervin I. Bronstein, QMED Richard V. "Rick'* Grosso and AB Doro­ thea "Dotty" Hoffman, all of whom were aboard ships in the Persian Gulf when the shooting war began. The three Seafarers were pre­ sented by Maritime Administrator Captain Warren Leback with cer­ tificates for a medal that will be issued to civilian mariners who served in the gulf engagement. In extending his congratulations to all civilian mariners for a job well done. Captain Leback said, "I'd like to express my appreci­ ation for the unions, their mem­ bers and officials involved... It was a herculean effort to activate theRRF... The unions did a yeo­ man's Job in crewing the ships." During the program held on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol build­ ing, the Maritime Day proclama­ tion of President Bush was pre­ sented by Robert S. Silberman, principal deputy assistant secre­ tary of defense for force manage­ ment and personnel. The statement noted that "members of the American mer­ chant marine cairry on a long and distinguished tradition of service to our country... Recent events have fostered renewed pride in America's merchant seafarers: providing essential support for Representing all Seafarers who played a role In Operation Desert Shield/Storm are (left to right In white jackets) QMED Richard V. "Rick" Grosso, Bosun Ervin I. Bronstein and AB Dorothea "Dotty" Hoffman. They are joined by SIU Assistant Vice President Augle Tellez (left) and Vice President Angus "Red" Campbell (second from right). Captain Warren Leback (right), the head of the Maritime Administration, presented the Seafarers with certificates representing the Desert Shield/ Storm medal to be Issued to all civilian rharlners Involved In the Persian Gulf deployment. Operations Desert Shield and Des­ ert Storm, these individuals played a key role in the liberation of Kuwait." 'Unsung Heroes' Three senators participating in the ceremony represented the ap­ preciation of Congress for the U.S. merchant marine. Each senator noted that it was not enough to issue nice words one day out of the year. "We may be celebrating National Maritime Memorial Day, but we ought to have national maritime legislation. This should be a commitment that we can no longer wait" to see, said Senator John Breaux (D-La.). Senator Daniel Inouye (D-Ha.) said, "There have been jparades, ceremonies and yellow ribbons, but people forget to ask who de­ livered the tanks, who carried the food, uniforms and munitions. As from the days of the Revolutionary War, the men and women of the merchi^nt fleet have made sure of victory. Without them, I doubt if we would have celebrations." Desert Storm!Shield Medal for Mariners v''-t' 1*'^',-":.'•-VV'i'" !-:v:y;i'^' „ .•••'vr ;y Vr"'- '- o?j" -''J''': •' Merchant seafarers serving in the gulf war operation are eligible to receive a medal being prepared by the U.S. government. The Merchant Marine Expedi­ tionary Medal will be issued to American mariners who sailed on U.S. vessels operating in support of American militap' forces in Op­ eration Desert Shield/Storm, an­ nounced Captain Warren Leback, the Department of Transporta­ tion's maritime administrator. Captain Leback, who heads the Maritime Administration (MarAd) said the medal will be for service after August 2, 1990 in the areas of the Persian Gulf, Red Sea, Gulf of Oman, Gulf of Aden and the portion of the Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees north lat­ itude and west of 68 degrees east longitude. The cutoff date for service time in these areas has not been set. As the medal is in the process of being made, the Maritime Admin­ istration notes it will be several months before civilian mariners will begin receiving it through the mail. An artist's rendition of the medal which will be awarded to every civilian mar­ iner who participated In Operation Desert Shield/Storm. Applications for the Merchant Marine Expeditionary Medal should be made to the Office of Maritime Labor and Training, Maritime Administration, Depart­ ment of Transportation, 4(X) 7th Street, S.W.; Washington, DC 20590. Mariners who qualify for the medal should submit their complete name, "Z" card num­ ber, rating, name of vessel, period of service, a copy of their dis­ charge and an address for mailing purposes. Speaking directly to the mer­ chant mariners present at the event, the senator from Hawaii said, "You are the unsung heroes of America. Without the men and women of the merchant fleet, I doubt if the country would be as great as it is today." Republican senator from Mis­ sissippi, Trent Lott, said "The merchant marine did a magnificent job in World War II, Korea and Vietnam. Again this year they an­ swered the call of the country and rose to the occasion, Without the link they provide, we couldn't do what we did in Desert Storm." Admiral Stephen Loftus, Dep­ uty Chief of Naval Operations for theuU.S. Navy, thanked the mer­ chant marine on behalf of the American Armed Forces. He noted that the press tended to focus "on the fighting forces and high tech­ nology" but the real story was in how the forces got it all to Saudi Arabia. .•% : required almost 40 hours straight at the winch controls unloading cargo. Thanks to Entire Crew Bronstein throughout the cer­ emonies recognized the contribu­ tions of the entire Cape Cod crew. He thanked Captain James Thomas Tray, Chief Mate Manning, Chief Engineer Stan Stadnicki, Cook Gary Damron, AB's James Higgins, Jacob Groby and Charles Thompson. Bornstein gave a spe­ cial thanks to AB Harold Horn who he said was "72 years young." "He was my best AB. He was great. He survived two sinkings in World War II. When this thing broke out he packed his sea bags to join up and he was a big help," said Bronsteiii. QMED Richard "Rick" Grosso got on the American Cormorant in January 1990, expecting to do a good job and make a nice com­ fortable living based out of Diego Garcia. But on August 3, "Big Red," as the ship is known to her crew, "pulled up the hook and we were on our way to the gulf," recalls Grosso. Despite the hostilities and lack of information about Iraq's inten­ tions, Grosso said he was not concerned. "That was easy, we knew it was hostile territory, but I wasn't really worried then." Grosso puts the emphasis on the word "then" because the stakes got somewhat higher on his next trip to the gulf. War Run Events Recalled Bosun Ervin I. Bronstein's ex­ perience in the gulf began when he boarded the Cape Cod, oper­ ated by OMI, on December 14 after having been on the beach for only a week and a half. "The union said we needed bosuns, and I knew my country needed me, so I went," said the 1980 Lundeberg School graduate. "We set sail from Beaumont, loaded in Jacksonville with mili­ tary trucks, fuel trucks, jeeps and water buffaloes-small water tank­ like equipment—and made it to Saudi with no breakdowns. We had a great crew, a good engi­ neer," recounted Bronstein who sails from the hall in Houston. "We started with extra lookouts for mines once we were in the Arabian Sea. I oiganized the watch system and the whole crew par­ ticipated, including a couple wip­ ers and the entire steward depart­ ment... We got to Saudi Arabia on the 21st of January—the height of the SCUD attacks." Although the Cape Cod was not ready to unload the equipment, the crew soon found that if the job was going to get done they would have to do it themselves. After rigging the jumbo and other booms, the crew unloaded 55 percent of the cargo with their own gear. This Just 10 Days Off "I got off Big Red in Violet, La. on October 3. Ten days later I was on the USNS Algol," one of the fast sealift ships which is operated by Bay Ship Management. "My second trip on the Alliga­ tor—that's what we called the Al­ gol—everything was lovely. I mean the air conditioning was working and the toilets were flushing. I'm standing on watch, we were in Saudi, and the chief engineer comes down in his chemical suit and gas mask. When I saw him I got this feeling in my stomach, a feeling I never had before. He said, 'Boys, we are at war.' Well, you never saw guys move so fast to the Continued on page 11 ' ' ;:^y'^': • • •Hi • ••i-i •III nd0m 'S - V v." f . I: • .••r? • :• 'i -J'. i- •' �SEAFARERS LOG 8 BtMmue SlU Clinic Moves to IMversity Center AJ A noted university's center on occupational medicine is the site of the new SIU Baltimore clinic. Seafarers using the services of the Baltimore clinic will find it located at a new address and staffed by doctors and nurses who have spe­ cialized in the field of medical care for working people. SIU pensioner Woodrow W. "Bob" Reid was one of the first Seafarers to visit the new clinic, which moved from the fourth floor of the Baltimore union hall to the John Hopkins Center for Occu­ pational and Environmental Health. Brother Reid, who sailed in the steward department from 1944 until he retired in 1979, found the operation to be "first class." Reid said he was impressed by how modem all the equipment looked at the John Hopkins cen­ ter, which is located less than four miles from the SIU Baltimore hall. "I found it a beautiful place and very professional" in the way it was ran, he added. found the center to be well re­ spected within the medical com­ munity. The move to contract SIU clinic and welfare plan operations to the John Hopkins Center for Occu­ pational and Environmental Health is part of an ongoing process to continue to provide Seafarers with the best quality of medical service in light of today's soaring cost of health care. Throughout the coun­ try, the Seafarers Welfare Plan is contracting with a preferred pro­ vider in each of the cities where an SIU clinic has been located. (The term "preferred provider" is used to designate the single med­ ical facility selected to serve Sea­ farers.) To date, the SIU has designated the following preferred provider organizations: Seattle—Virginia Mason Hospital; San Francisco— St. Mary's Hospital; Honolulu— Straub Hospital; New Orleans— Tulane University Hospital and Medical Center; New York— As of May 1, the SIU Baltimore clinic Is operated by the' Center for Occupational and Environmental Health of John Hopkins University. The facility is located four miles from the union hall at 4940 Eastem Avenue In the Asthma and Allergy Center building of the Francis Scott Key Medical Center's grounds. M:-. gf; Coming into the Baltimore clinic at the Johns Hopkins Center, one Is greeted by guard Tina Howard, here at left. Moving right are photos of Karen Roulhac, the secretary at the union hall who helps Seafarers make appointments for the clinic; Cathy LIppa, a clinic staff person and Arthur James, an SIU trainee at the center to take his physical. k v''V- .•! -i- •A • _;v.- J •4, Five Seafarers attending the en­ try rating program at the union's Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship echoed Brother Reid's comments. "I got prompt, cour­ teous service," said 28- year-old Brian Oisen, who calls Philadel­ phia home. Seattle-resident Ernest Dash, 22, said "The staff was friendly and competent." Carl Edward Ernst, the 24-year-old Class 473 assistant bosun from Buffalo, N.Y., added, "It was clean and well orga­ nized." Chris Davis, 21, from Vacaville, Calif., said the clinic was "very relaxing." Mobile, Ala. res­ ident Arthur James, 22, noted that the "nurses are very nice." New Preferred Provider The Seafarers Welfare Plan has contracted with the John Hopkins Center for Occupational and En­ vironmental Health to provide fitfor-duty physicals, care for illness and treatment of injuries. Addi­ tionally, the John Hopkins affili­ ated Francis Scott Key Hospital, located on the same grounds as the occupational health center, has been designated as the Seafarers' plans preferred provider hospital. The union's welfare plan se­ lected the John Hopkins center after careful review of the various medical faciUties in the Baltimore area. The welfare plan determined the John Hopkins center was able to provide all of the medical serv­ ices required by the Seafarers. Additionally, the welfare plan One of the first Seafarers to visit the new Balti­ more clinic was retired steward department mem­ ber Woodrow W. "Bob" Reid. He Is pictured above In the Baltimore hall with SIU Acting Port Agent Salvatore Aqula. Methodist Hospital; Philadel­ phia—Methodist Hospital; and Baltimore—^John Hopkins Uni­ versity Center for Occupational and Environmental Health and Francis Scott Key Hospital. Announcements of additional preferred provider institutions will be made in the Seafarers LOG and by the welfare plan as they are arranged. Experts in Field The Baltimore-based Center for Occupational and Environmental Health, which has been in exist­ ence for 10 years, draws upon the expertise of two schools within the John Hopkins University sys­ tem—the School of Medicine and the School of Hygiene and Public Health. It is staffed by Doctors James R. Nethercott, Melissa A. McDiarmid and Brian S. Schwartz. The center's project coordinator is Theresa A. "Terry" Pluth, who received her degree in nursing from Cornell University and her mas­ ters in the field from the University of Virginia. Dr. Nethercott, who is director of the center, also serves as a professor at John Hopkins. He has taught at the University of To­ ronto and was head of the Division of Dermatology at St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto from 1977 until 1988. Both Drs. McDiarmid and Schwartz are assistant pro­ fessors in the university's Depart­ ment of Environmental Health Continued on page 15 Dawn Novak, one of the clinics' medical office assistants, takes the pulse of Seafarer Carl Edward Ernst. Medical office assistant Rae Ann Glass an­ swers the questions of a retired Seafarer. Nurse Theresa A. Pluth prepares the equipment for a hearing test being taken by Seafarer Brian Olsen. Seafarer Chris Davis looks up for a moment during his vision test. The center's director, Dr. James R. Nethercott, examines Class 473's assistant bosun, Carl Edward Ernst. The center's Dr. Vaden Blackwood exam­ ines Ernest Dash. �mi 1991 Twelve Seafarer Bosuns Are Recertified Set your goals high, listen to fellow shipmates and work with your union were some of the words of advice left by 12 members of the deck department who gradu­ ated as recertified bosuns during the May membership meeting at Seafarers Hairy Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The bosuns, who came from across the country to complete the highest curriculum available to Seafarers sailing in the deck de­ partment, finished advanced classes in firefighting, safety and first aid as well as deck skills courses in wire-splicing, knot-tying and navigation. During the six-week course, ship handling procedures were prac­ ticed in the Lundeberg School's simulator, which recreates sailing conditions—including weather. geographic locations, dockside fa­ cilities and other items encoun­ tered when navigating a vessel. A key aspect of the bosuns' curriculum concentrated on learn­ ing the ins-and-outs of the union and its various plans. The program brought the bosuns into contact with every department of the SIU for intensive question-and-answer periods, providing an opportunity for in-depth discussions. This por­ tion of the bosuns' riecertification program is designed to equip the ship's chairman in executing his role. All Aspects of Union The bosuns inspected the union's headquarters and met with each of the SIU's top elected leaders. The group talked with officials from the union's congressional af­ fairs department about legislative issues of concern to the maritime industry and working people. In meetings with officials in the union's collective bargaining de­ partment, the bosuns discussed the union contract—its enforcement and implementation, the shipping rules, the SIU constitu­ tion and other hindamentals of the Seafarers. The procedures of the SIU's plans—welfare, vacation and pen­ sion—were reviewed by the bo­ suns with representatives from each of the trust funds. In addition, communication methods and leadership skills were practiced by the bosuns in work­ shop-like sessions with Lundeberg School instructors. The bosuns reviewed conflict resolution mechanisms, group dynamics, problem solving techniques and other approaches geared towards resolving issues that can crop up on the job and increasing the ef­ fectiveness of any individual's work. Several of the bosuns noted a highlight of the six weeks of train­ ing was working with the trainees at the Lundeberg School. Course participant Luke Wells, who was one of three former Lundeberg School trainees in this class of recertified bosuns, noted in his graduation remarks, "There is more fraternization than when I was here. We (bosuns and train­ ees) got to talk and work with each other." Good Exchange of Ideas Brother Wells said this was a positive development because it would help entry level Seafarers become somewhat familiar with life aboard a vessel prior to ac­ tually shipping out. Upon acceptance of his gradu­ ation certificate presented at the May Piney Point membership meeting, Jeremiah Harrington, who completed the Lundeberg School's entry level program in April 1979, told the trainees that after gradu­ ating from high school and finding a job flipping burgers for the min­ imum wage, he was not sure what he wanted to do with his life. Then he came to the Lundeberg School and began a career as a Seafarer. Brother Harrington said, "I really enjoy this life aboard ship, as does my father before me. He raised eight children bn a seaman's salary." Harrington continued with some advice for the trainees, "Keep your eyes and ears open, respect your shipmates, work hard and stay away from alcohol and drugs." Joseph Mele, the third member of the bosuns' class to have started Continued on page 22 "'-4' Members of the graduating bosun recertification course include (kneeling, left to right) Earl Brannan, Robert McGonagle, Abdulla Mohsin, Jeremiah Harrington, (standing) instructor Bill Hellwege, J. R. Wilson, Howard Gibbs, Mauro de la Cerda, Joseph Mele, Claude Leycock, Hayden Gifford, Henry Bentz, Luke Wells and instructor Tom Gilliam. Bosuns Howard Gibbs (left) and Jeremiah Harrington (right) work as a team during a wire-splicing exercise while fellow upgrader Sam Johnson watches. I Luke Wells (right) teaches two trainees the fine art of knot tying. Recertified Bosun Jeremiah Harring­ ton (standing right) instructs trainees at the Lundeberg School how to use a stage for painting and chipping. Luke Wells talks with the membership at the May meeting in Piney Point. J. R. Wilson of Houston has his hands full trying to splice a wire. Instructor Kate Richardson (standing) works with the bosuns to Improve their communication skills. • mtiil'- .. .. • SSSs^-- U.S. Transportation Commander General. Hans­ ford Johnson shakes hands with Bosun Earl Brannan while Robert McGonagle obsenres. �soFARmm 10 M' N-:^--.b,-^?V .." WMX-:, S«cU.: 'Ws' '•''.j''4'''.'-° ' "• t' •• A.;- .•ff' • ^-f •;4f ' ii • • ^:V " 1991 SlU Scholarship Winners Announced; Three Seafarers, Four Dependents Named Three Seafarers and four chil­ dren of SIU members were named recipients of this year's SIU schol­ arship awards. With these seven students, the program has awarded 210 scholarships since its in­ ception in 1952. An impartial panel of profes­ sional educators from across the country, appointed by the Board pf Trustees of the Seafarers' Welfare Plan, selected this year's seven winners from among the many de­ serving applications submitted. 4-Year Seafarers Awards The four-year seafarer award of $15,000 was given to Danny Arthur Kayser of Prescott, Ariz. Kayser, 32, who sails deep sea as an AB, joined the SIU in 1978 as a graduate of the Harry Lundeberg School's trainee program. He has since attended several upgrading courses there ^d has acquired a third mate's license as well. Kayser plans to pursue a bache­ lor degree in engineering with an emphasis on sanitation. This edu­ cational plan, he believes, came about because of his seafaring ca­ reer. He has had the opportunity to travel the world, and through these trips "I have constantly been re­ minded of the urgent need for pre­ serving and cleaning upour natural and man-made resources." Kayser sees a vast need to plan and de­ velop recycling efforts and hopes his college education will help hint be a part of a better world. 2-Year Seafarers Awards Two two-year seafarer awards of $6,000 were awarded to two women this year. Roberta Blum of the Bronx, N.Y. joined the union in 1980 and sails in the steward department. The 36-year-old member has shown a zest for learn­ ing, earning a certificate in nautical science and an Associate in Arts degree from Charles County Com­ munity College in LaPlata, Md. and a Bachelor of Science degree from Frostburg State University (Md.) in 1989. She also has up­ graded her skills at the Lundeberg School a number of times, com­ pleting the entry rating program, third cook, cook and baker, oil spill and sealift operations and firefighting courses. Blum believes her seafaring ca­ reer has inspired in her a thirst for a formal education. "With each new port came the desire to learn •'R ^ more about its natives and their way of life." She discovered she possessed an aptitude for lan­ guages and has recorded her travels through the medium of photography. She returned to col­ lege in 1987 to pursue her bachelor degree, concentrating in cartogra­ phy—which, she said, only scratched the surface of the sci­ ence. With her two-year scholarship, Blum plans to pursue graduate studies at Hunter College in New York and apply her knowledge of cartography and remote sensing to finding solutions to many of the world's current problems. Rebecca Jean Sleeper Manion of Port St. Lucie, Fla. is the second recipient of the two-year sea­ farer award. Sleeper Manion, 31, began her seagoing career in 1984 when she graduated from the entry level training program at the Lundeberg School. She then up­ graded through the ranks of the steward department, receiving her chief steward endorsement in 1989. Recently, she sailed to the Persian Gulf aboard the Cape Hudson. There is another aspect to Sleeper Manion's SIU career— that of union organizer—which she claims "was one of the most eye-opening experiences of my life." It was then she leamed ho\v important a union is to job security and was surprised to find out under what conditions some people are willing to work. Sleeper Manion has chosen to continue her studies, in business management, at Indian River Community College in Ft. Pierce, Fla., both to develop her academic skills and broaden her knowledge. Dependents Awards The four winners of the fouryear dependent awards were given to Michelle Lee Budnik of Posen, Mich.; Carl R. Chavez of Seattle; Peter J. Sheehan of Staten Island, N.Y. and Jeri N. Tucker of Mo­ bile, Ala. Michelle Lee Budnik is the I daughter of Mi­ chael F. Budnik, who joined the union in 1977, sailing on the Great Lakes, most recently aboard American Steamships Company's American Republic. The 17-year-old senior is grad­ uating second in a class of 40 from Posen High School. In addition to her outstanding academic perfor­ mance, Michelle Budnik has been a member of the National Honor Society since her sophomore year, a four-year member of the pep club and band boosters and a member of the student council during her ju­ nior and senior years. She plans to attend Saginaw Valley State University, majoring in computer information systems and eventually enter the world of business. Carl Robert Chavez is the son of pensioner Vincent Chavez who joined the union in 1944 and retired in 1985. The Shorewood High School senior's immense talents were ac­ knowledged when he was recog­ nized as a National Merit Scholarship winner and a National Hispanic Scholar semifinalist. He also is a member of the National Honor Society, competed in the 1991 Science Olympiad and helped bring one of the school's teams to fourth place in the 1991 Knowledge Bowl (similar to the quiz show "Jeopardy"). Additiondly, Carl Chavez helped on many school committees, was assistant computer editor for the school's literary magazine and helped man­ age its main Apple Macintosh lab. The graduating senior plans to use the scholarship award to study computer science at the University of Washington. He has made several friends around the world through "pen­ pal" writing. Those friends and his father's stories of his 40 years of sea life around the world "have Seafaring Parents of Scholarship Winners James Tucker, engine department memljer, father of Jeri N. Tucker John J. Sheehan, steward depart­ ment member, father of Peter Joseph Sheehan Vincent Chavez, retired galley gang member, father of Carl Robert Chavez Michael F. Budnik, steward department member, father of Michelle Lee Budnik expanded my worldly conscious­ ness, and I may travel to teach the uninitiated in less-developed coun­ tries on computer use." Peter Joseph Sheehan is the son of John J. Sheehan who joined the SIU in 1964. From 1987 to the present he has worked with the Sea-Land shoregang. Peter Sheehan has already started his college career at the State University of New York (SUNY) in Albany. As a student at Msgr. Farrell High School, he first became involved with the Muscu­ lar Dystrophy Association and its campaign to raise money. "My first encounter with children af­ flicted with muscular dystrophy was a very memorable event in my life. The children truly amazed me. Despite their disease, they were al­ ways optimistic and enthusiastic... It made me realize how lucky I was. . . I was determined to do anything I could to help those chil­ dren." He worked hard to help make the school's fund raiser a success and was one of four stu­ dents chosen to present a check of $72,000 to Jeiry Lewis on the na­ tionally televised Muscular Dys­ trophy Association's Labor Day Telethon. Peter Sheehan is not certain of his career plans, but will try to help others as much as possible, possi­ bly entering the field of law en­ forcement "or some type of government agency where I wiQ be direcdy benefitting my community." Jeri Nichole Tucker is the daughter of James Tucker, a member of the union's deep sea division since 1964, who most recently sailed aboard the Seahawk Management Spirit of Texas. The 19-year-old Jeri Tucker has just completed her senior year at S.S. Murphy High School in Mo­ bile, Ala., where she maintained an A/B average and was on the honor roll. She also participated in the Girl's Service Club and an engi­ neering service club. After com­ pleting high school, Jeri plans to attend the University of South Al­ abama at Mobile. She has chosen engineering as her course of study. Jeri Tucker also is very active in her church and has attended na­ tional, state and local conventions. She belongs to a local community choir that has national affiliations. Her participation in their work­ shops has afforded her the oppor­ tunity to travel and be a part of the recordings for some best-selling albums. �m Mm juNim Mkiii i--' -T,, • , U.S. Navy's Sixth Fleet lauds Cape Ann Crew for 'Supeit Job' Seafarers aboard the Cape Ann earned the appreciation of the U.S. Navy's Sixth Fleet for "outstand­ ing performance" and a "superb job" as a ammo resupply/delivery platform during Operation Desert Shield/Storm. The Ready Reserve Force ves­ sel's crew received a communi­ cation from the Mediterranean from the Gulf Run MAILBAG fleet's top officer. Vice Admiral William A. Owens. The Sixth Fleet commander said, "My hat is off to you. You can take great pride in your performance and in your contributions to Desert Shield/ Storm ops in both the Red Sea and in the Med." The vice admiral said the Cape Ann's "contributions to Sixth Fleet's support of Desert Shield/ Desert Storm have been invalu­ able." Commander Owens continued, "Everything^ Sixth Fleet has asked, you have done and you have ex­ celled while doing it. From a standing start to MSNAP [mer­ chant ship naval augmentation program] installation, training, loading out to an outstanding per­ formance as a VERTREP, CONREP and UNREP 'Navy' ammo ship. You have done it all without missing a beat." The "rep" activities of the Cape Ann cited by Vice Admiral Owens included vertical replenishment, connected replenishment and un­ derway replenishment. Served as 'Ammo' Ship In another communication to the Cape Ann crew. Sixth Fleet Commodore Nelson advised the Ready Reserve Force vessel's crew, "The professionals aboard SS Cape Ann can be assured their contribution toward raising the level of ammo logistics support within Med/Red Sea and Persian Gulf has been sincerely appreci­ ated." The naval commander noted that all of the groups making up the Sixth Fleet "have voiced a con­ sensus in praising the services pro­ vided by SS Cape Ann," which is operated by SlU-contracted com­ pany Interocean Management. "Working with you and watching your performance during Opera­ tion Desert Shield/Storm has been most gratifying. To the crew of the SS Cape Ann, 'Job Well Done,' " concluded Nelson. Serving aboard the Cape Ann during Operation Desert Storm were the following Seafarers: Bo­ sun William R. Dawson, ABs Harry G. Champagne, Leslie R. Choice, Douglas K. Buchanan, Howard F. Hare, Joseph W. Whitehead, WUliam E. Honehrink, Thomas R. "Tommy" Temple, Raymond R. Marquis, Thomas E. Myers and Stephen Smith. Ordinaries included Gregory A. Alstrom, Craig M. Storms, Wil­ liam E. Chaput, Thomas F. Sterenchak, Stacy A Grazette, Mark A. Rivers, Jason L. Frazee, Tim­ othy C. Ryan, Charles L. Frazer, Gaston Watkins, Kevin M. Camphell, Fernando Auhain, Robert M. Cando, Christopher Curtis, Ken­ neth M. Frankiewicz, Darrell Brashear, Matthew P. Young, Arnett C. Ware, Geoffrey P. Denesse, Joseph H. Dean, Jason R. Wyatt, Eugene Scandurra and Otto D. Borden. Black-gang members were Electrician Paul L. Painter, En­ gine Utilities Victor C. Mull and James P. Clement, Oiler John E. Routsis, Firemen Mark P. Moran, Dennis J. Baldassaro and Wiper Robert E. Fox. Oakland Shoregang Is a Good, Solid Crew SIU shoregang members get together with San Francisco-based Port Agent Nick Celona and Patrolman Gentry Moore. A good many of the Oakland shoregang members are shown above. They are (from left, kneeling) Stoney Hardy, John Phillips, Greg Stone, L.A. Trout, George Pino, Moore, Larry Harris, (second row) Art Montenegro, Lou Centeno, Celona, Bosun Floyd Selix, Kevin Gibbons, George Bronson, Port Steward Harold Strauss, Tom Hartman, Dan King Hom, M. Abdula and S. Green. f. ••V Cape Ann crewmembers eamed the respect of the Navy's Sixth Fleet for its work as an ammo ship during the Persian Gulf conflict. SIU member Tommy Temple took the above photo of the Cape Ann, an RRF ship, while it was stationed in the Persian Gulf. neth W. Bethea and the following Steward Assistants: Masiya S. Saiat, James L. Robertson, Robert A. Nicholas, Edward Dorsey and David R. Bevington. Ivan R. Salis was the steward aboard the Cape Ann. He was joined in the galley by Chief Cook Curtis L. Brodnax, Chief Baker Eric J. Loret, Assistant Cook Ken- :•••-vV 4-4^4. Seafarers Saluted on Maritime Day >•1: i:.. U.S. Transportation Command chief. General H.T. Johnson, pictured above congratulating AB Dotty Hoffman, greeted the SIU members who represented Seafarers on Maritime Day after an MSC ceremony. Behind Johnson are Assistant Cook Nancy Davis and Bosun Ervin Bronstein. MSC civilian mariner AB Ralph Carlton (center), one of MSC's seamen present for the day's events, joined the Seafarers group to talk shipping. QMED Rick Grosso is at right. Continued from page 7 middle of the control room where the box was with the suits." Grosso, who graduated from the Lundeberg School trainee class number 148, continued. "We had just started unloading when the war started. So the war is on and we are working, eating and sleep­ ing in these rubber suits. Four days in a rubber suit!" said the AB, who started her sea­ going career on the passenger ships in Hawaii, crewmembers pulled together and did the job. "What a good crew we had, it was an excellent crew. Three of them were retired—"Ten Speed Harry", the wiper; L. Rene, the chief steward, and James Moye, the steward. These guys were ready to go." Steward Was Great The QMED, who sails from Wil­ mington, Calif, said the Algol's crew was fantastic. He remem­ bered the Chief Steward Suzanne Cake. "She was really good. She said, 'war or no war, we have eggs benedict every Sunday.' And she did too." Chief Engineer Daniel Perry and First Assistant Robert A. Petersen were also "really good." Dorothea Hoffman, or "Dotty" as she is known aboard ship, sailed on the Cape Edmont, one of the RRF's roll-on/roll-oflf vessels. Hoffman recollected the mothballed ship's troubles, which in­ cluded a major fire. "We had an engineroom fire in the Arabian Sea... the main line vibrated loose." Despite the shape of the ship. DriUed to a "T" The crew on the lOM ship was able to tackle the fire and other shipboard problems with the as­ surance born from constant prep­ aration. "Thanks to a really good chief mate, we had drilled exten­ sively. He thought because of all the mechanical problems we should do our fire and boat drill at least twice a week and BR drill once a week. So everybody knew what to do when the real thing hap­ pened," recounted Hoffman. Hoffman added that it was good to come home and find that people appreciated the job mariners had done for their country. "While we were out there it seemed like we were alone. But I've met so many people who have thanked me for our efforts. That has made it all seem worthwhile." I'y -A' J- r'-7" ' '• Mr r-im �mmmmmi V-.j, - Iplll; •• <•>: Militaiy Calls for More Sealift Capacity Continued from page 3 . .^^ -'t. -. ' . ,•0 . -i^l-''..':, "-I.MV '• ;:ll' \'ir' ". i-p^ '• li soFmns 100 n 'M. •;, "•• :•.: fm iy. :'t'' ' •' '?:' i' The same concerns were observed by the man who heads up the military's vast transpor­ tation network. In testimony before a Senate panel last month, General Hansford T. Johnson, commander-inchief of the United States Transportation Com­ mand noted, "Our ability to hght and win is dependent upon the effectiveness with which we project U.S. forces to any theater of con­ flict." Addressing a Senate panel on projection forces last month. General Johnson, called for im­ proving the Ready Reserve Force, increased roll-on/roll-off (RO/RO) capability, adding ves­ sels to the military's prepositioning fleet and building more strategic sealift ships. Private U.S. Ships Key Johnson pointed out that U.S.-flag shipping is an integral component to the nation's defense equation. The general warned "The solution to our future sealift capability as a nation, however, must include efforts to improve the U.S. merchant marine. A revitalized merchant marine supplemented with an organic capability of well maintained militarily useful ships, along with the establishment of a merchant marine reserve, would provide us a sealift mobility structure designed to meet the evolving threats of the 21st century." Major General Fred E. Elam, the Army's assistant deputy chief of staff for logistics, testified before a House panel in April that Operation Desert Storm proved even the best army in the world is of little value if it cannot go to war rapidly. Major General Elam, one of the Army's top logistics officers, told the House Armed Serv­ ices Subcommittee on Seapower and Critical Materials that his branch of the service needs :•. • •. • • ;. •• • \V... • ,.' Maj. Gen. Elam ;w , The Army needs at least 20 fast sealift shipsenough to 'project two armored divisions,* ;;»rt ' at least 20 fast sealift ships—enough to "project two armored divisions" from ports in the U.S. to anywhere in the world. Sufficient ships to carry two armored divi­ sions—which includes 600 tanks and supplies for 35,000 soldiers—should be ready to sail within four days of a presidential order for the Army to deploy, said Elam. 1 :* . • - '••. B . ' • 'y ^''yy ifK;' Army for More Sealift Major General Elam called for "increased capacity and availability of fast RO/RO sealift assets." He said the Army supports "an in­ crease in RO/RO capability in the Ready Re­ serve Force" in conjunction with programs designed to ensure that the "responsiveness of the RRF" will be improved "so it can better follow the initial fast sealift surge." Elam said the Army advocates continued efforts in sealift research and development to meet the long term needs of the force and to take advantage of emerging technology." In testimony before the same house panel last February, Vice Admiral Francis R. Donovan, commander of the Military Sealift Command (MSG), said Operation Desert Storm demon­ strated the soundness of the military's invest­ ment in "surge sealift" which he described as the RRF, MSG'S prepositioning forces, the fast sealift ships, aviation support ships and two hospital ships. Of these ships, all are operated by private shipping companies except the hos­ pital ships. The investment in the surge sealift ships, all of which are manned by civilian mariners, proved to be "invaluable," observed Vice Admiral Donovan. Donovan went on to say that "U.S.-flag surge sealift was inadequate to meet all DOD require­ ments, and the charter of foreign-flag breakbulk and roll-on/roll-off ships was necessary." 'Unilateral'Strength The head of MSG, which is charged with coordinating all waterbome movements of ma­ teriel for the armed forces, echoed the prevailing sense that Operation Desert Shield/Storm was distinctive because the engagement brought to- Vice Adm. Donovan 'We must be prepared to respond unilaterally to security threats in . , . areas not covered by alliance commitments gether committed coalition partners with a com­ mon goal. Thus, the United States was able "to obtain sealift capability from our allies, friends and the world shipping market." Donovan pointed out the nation should not forget it is "essential that we maintain the capability to respond to regional threats to our national security decisively and with sufficient force to produce a favorable outcome. We must be prepared to respond unilaterally to security threats in geographic areas not covered by alliance commitments when allied shipping would not be available." Robert H. Moore, director for transportation policy of the office of the assistant secretary of defense for production and logistics told a House panel meeting in April the Department of De­ fense is coordinating an intensive, ongoing re­ view of the nation's sealift requirements in light of the Desert Shield/Storm experience. DOD official Moore *, . . future force deployments will be extremely demanding . . . there is clearly a requirement for additional lift.* Speaking to the House Subcommittee on Merchant Marine, Moore said, "It is clear from our experience during the Persian Gulf crisis and the scenarios analyzed thus far that future force deployments will be extremely demanding and that there is clearly a requirement for additional sealift." The Persian Gulf experience demonstrated the "importance of a balanced maritime pro­ gram and the contribution of our maritime industrv to national defense," said Moore. Vice Adm. Loftus A military study 'identified a general requirement for more sealift— large, medium speed roll-on!rolloff ships.* Military Initiatives Vice Admiral Stephen F. Loftus, the U.S. Navy's chief of naval operations for logistics, advised Gongress in May that his service is moving ahead on a near-term strategic sealift acquisition program and is making progress in the area of sealift research and development (R&D). He listed sealift initiatives, among which the first is a mobility requirements study, known to the military as MRS, designed to define the logistics needs of the U.S. Armed Forces through the remainder of the decade. An interim MRS findings "identified a general requirement for more sealift—large, medium speed, roll-on/rolloff ships," said Vice Admiral Loftus, who described his section of the Navy as the "re­ source sponsor of strategic sealift." The Navy officer advised the Senate Armed Forces Subcommittee on Projection Forces and Regional Defense that another Navy initiative is the expansion of the RRF by purchasing existing RO/RO ships from the commercial market. Loftus said the Navy's sealift ship construc­ tion program offers some alternatives including building either prepositioning or fast sealift vessels or both and a build-and-charter program which provides for allocating carriers to com­ mercial service that can be quickly converted to military service. Consensus Deafening Reviewing the combined experience of all of the U.S. Armed Forces in the Persian Gulf Operation, SIU President Michael Sacco said, "The military forces of this nation have made the case for an American merchant marine. It would seem to us that to ignore their advise and concern would be to play carelessly with the security of our nation. "For our own organization's part, we are going to carry this message to everybody we can, in the hope that we can finally achieve an intelligent maritime policy that will result in a balanced fleet which is consistent with the needs of the world's greatest power." 1 ,• Operated by private U.S. shipping companies and crewed by merchant seamen, the military's eight fast sealift ships proved to be the workhorses of the Persian Gulf supply line. Above, the USNS Algol, manned by Seafarers, prepares to load cargo des­ tined for the Middle East. r �,-', 7". i' •,'*>-> JUNC1991 Continued from page 3 1 A •••' •'1 V-.v.'. ':•• V' •" .'w ',• education director and Marrone were able to answer questions and make note of ideas presented by those in attendance. Some of the questions raised by conference participants in Hous­ ton and Mobile concerned medical benefits eligibility, self-paid med­ ical plan premiums for individuals who have stopped shipping, sick­ ness and accident benefits, cir­ cumstances when the medical plan covers reconstructive surgery, protecting a member's beneficiary in the event of his or her death, medical benefits for pensioners, the different kinds of pensions. Vesting service credits and benefit service differences and the easiest calculations to figure out vacation pay. At the May membership meetr ing in Piney Point, SIU President Michael Sacco encouraged all Seafarers and their families to at­ tend. He urged members aboard ships to send their dependents. "The information being discussed at these benefits conferences is very important to the people we leave behind," he said. Valuable for Families "While we are on a ship and out at sea and something happens to one of our dependents, it is important for our wives and hus­ bands to know what to do. It is important for them to have the proper documentation filled out before you go to sea." Sacco urged all Seafarers, pensioners and their families to attend the meetings and ask questions, voice concerns and make suggestions. Seafarers, pensioners and fam­ ily members interested in attend­ ing future conferences should con­ sult the schedule of talks and contact their union halls to confirm attendance. Each hall can also provide the interested party with a time for each workshop session. 7 : •; \''i '^'zi •' j'' . '.' ''<1- ':••• S • -•/ - v- Mobile-based pensioner Devaugh Ro­ binson Said he would not miss the conference "no matter what." SA Kenneth Brown brought his wife, Linda, and daughter, Candis, to the Mobile benefits conference. Retired member Arthur Finnell and his wife Judy grab a quick bite before the Houston conference begins. John and Camilla Christopher retired on his disability pension years ago. They said the presentation during the Mobile benefits conference was very informative. Becky Galbraith, wife of Recertified Bosun Mike Galbraith, attended the Houston benefits talk. She is holding her newphew, Clifford, the son of AB Scott Galbraith. Seafarers Plans' Administrator Nick Marrone explains to the group assem­ bled in Mobile the increased pension benefits for eligible Seafarers which became effective after July 1 of 1990. I Pensioner Charles "Chuck" Hill asks a question during the Houston benefits conference. Pensioner George Stropich, who sailed as a QMED, participates in the Hous­ ton session. Seafarer Bertrand Wright asks a ques­ tion regarding optical and dental ben­ efits. Seafarer Torry Kidd and his wife Margaret were among the Mobile conference participants. Mrs. Charles Hill attended the Houston session with her husband, retiree Chuck Hill. Active member Richard McCali brought his wife to the Mobiie benefits talk. Recently retired bosun, Marion Beach­ ing, listens to the presentation. Pensioner Jewel Dearing partakes in the lunch served just before the Hous­ ton session began. -J'.' f'r Schedule of Conferences On Seafarers Benefits • What are the benefits? • How do they work? • How do you get everything to which you are entitled? Seafarers, pensioners and their families are invited to attend the conferences being held at union halls around the country to review the benefits provided by the SlU's medical, pension, vacation and education plans. For further information on the time of the workshops or other details, contact the union hall or write to the Seafarers Benefits Plans Education Office, Piney Point, Maryland 20674. June 4, Tuesday June 6, Thursday June 14, Friday July 10, Wednesday July 18, Thursday July 22, Monday July 26, Friday August 8, Thursday September 10, Tuesday September 13, Friday October 10, Thursday November 7, Thursday December 6, Friday New York Norfolk St. Louis Philadelphia San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Baltimore New Orleans Honolulu Jacksonville San Juan Algonac . FF- ••••J • ;,.1^ 7,1 Leo Bonser, the director of the plans' education office, talks with Mobile-based pensioners on medical benefits. �.'• -.'• '-.; ' 14 SEAFARERS LOG SIU crewmembers aboard the Cape Mendocino still were excited about being in the Persian Gulf for the beginning of Operation Desert Storm when the vessel docked in Jacksonville, Fla. in February. Although the Ready Reserve Force freighter had sailed from Saudi Arabia on January 13, the ship still was in the region when fighting began four days later. Members reported seeing U.S. na­ val men-of-war sailing into posi­ tion while Iraqi mines floated by. AB Charles Alana said waiting for the action to begin was the worst part of being in the gulf for both the mariners and soldiers aboard the former Doctor Lykes. "It was a relief especially for the soldiers," he recalled. Alana, who served in the Navy during Vietnam, observed, "The attitude of the troops is better than in Vietnam but they have worse conditions with no lakes or wa­ terfalls. There was a lot of tension but they were real focused on their job." Ordinary Seaman Elton Wilde, who has been sailing for 34 years. Ordinai^ Seaman Elton Wilde adds his signature as the deck department delegate. Cape Mendocino Crew Reflects On Being in Gulf at War Start from the Gulf Runm mallbag noted he was "scared more (in the Persian Gulf) than in Vietnam. The possibility that they'll use chemi­ cal weapons—-you've got to be more alert in Saudi Arabia than in Vietnam." After leaving the United States in the fall, the OMI Corporation vessel had-^sailed to the gulf then made a shuttle to Germany to pick up more materiel. Crewmembers had to remain onboard or were restricted to the docks for more than two months before the vessel docked in Bahrain on January 13. "We bunkered in Bahrain and got some shore time," remem­ bered Steward Baker Charles Scott. "It was great for the whole crew. Then we left Bahrain on January 16 (the day before the U.S. initf ated its air strikes)." The steward, who served in the Navy during the Korean War and sailed as a Seafarer into Vietnam, reported great cooperation be­ tween the soldiers and crew. "When we got near Saudi, we felt bad for them. They had to stay while we knew we were coming home," Both Scott and Bosun Orla Ipsen praised the work of the crewmembers. Ipsen joined the Cape Mendo­ cino in December in Bremerhaven, Germany. "The trip was not bad," he said. "They were good guys." The 31-year SIU vet- eran stated he did not see any fear exhibited by crewmembers when they were performing their jobs. Ordinary Seaman Norm Danao admitted the one time he got wor­ ried was when the ship passed through the Suez Canal. "All you need to do is sink the lead ship. We went through after the war started. Egyptian forces were in all the bunkers-—like in the days when they were fighting the Isra­ elis." Wiper John Hiltner said he was "scared and worried while waiting for word on the war. When we got out of Saudi Arabia that eased a lot of pressure and stress." One member of the crew, GSU Tim Shifflet, was on his second vessel in the Persian Gulf. Early in Operation Desert Shield, he heard his step-sister was in the Army reserves stationed near Ad Damman, Saudi Arabia as he was sailing aboard the American Ea­ gle. When that ship docked near there in October, he talked with troops ashore but was not able to find her. AB Charles Alana (left) askes Jacksonville (Fla.) Patrolman Anthony McQuay a question about a health care claim. Listening tO a discussion during a ship's meeting are (left to right) AB Shane Curci, OMU Allen Todd and Wiper John i| Bragg. Chief Steward Charles iI Scott (Left) and Chief Cook ... Floyd Harmanson discuss Wiper John Hiltner the evening's meal. action as a merchant mariner aboard the Cape Mendocino. The SlU-crewed hospital ship Mercy is flanked by the battleships Missouri (left) and Wisconsin in this photo ; taken neat Bahrain by Cape i Mendoclr^ Searnan Norm Steward Assistant Mohammed Elalikhidr checks on food in the deep fryer. AB Francis Hennessey is ready to hit the beach after several rnorrths at. sea. �V- V- JUN[ mi •' '',1^ . ,,r- _ 15 Master, Inspectors Hail Work Of Seafarers Aboard Silas Bent Thanks to the no-nonsense at­ titude, hard work and willingness to go the extra mile of Seafarers, the USNS Silas Bent and its crew passed a U.S. Navy expanded quality assurance inspection with flying colors, reported the ship's master in a recent letter to the Seafarers LOG. The strict and detailed inspec­ tion, wrote Captain G. M. Leber, is conducted by the Navy to "evaluate adherence to the MSG contract by the operating com­ pany" and to check on the "per­ formance by the ship's crew in operating the vessel." Captain Leber said that while aboard the Silas Bent, which is managed by MarShip Operators, Inc., the Navy inspectors re­ viewed the following areas: "deck, communications, supply, engi­ neering, damage control equip­ ment condition, engineering and damage control drills, medical, ship's appearance," Navy safety and health standards and sanita­ tion. "In all areas covered, the ship won high praise from the inspec­ tors." said I eber; "Accolades such as "best food;' "cleanest ship' and "best looking engineroom" were heard from the chief inspector and his area inspectors. The chief in­ spector also noted the courtesy and cooperation shown by the crew." "The excellent inspection refhip to'the tnF suits were mainly due professionalism and c'oncern of the ship's crew," said Captain Leber. "Although these traits are common to the crew in their everyday work, I was truly im­ pressed.by their response when the Silas Bent received only a short notice of the upcoming in­ spection." "Despite ongoing around-theclock operations, all hands will­ ingly participated in many extra drills and performed other ex­ traordinary tasks necessary to prepare the ship properly for in­ spection." added the master. Baltimore Clinic Moves to Hopkins Continued from page 8 Sciences. Division of Occupa­ tional Health. Dr. Nethercott notes that the center's connection to John Hop­ kins means Seafarers will "have access to hundreds of specialists in medical and surgical fields." Appointments Through Hall Seafarers and pensioners wish­ ing to utilize the services of the Baltimore clinic should continue to make appointments by calling the union's Baltimore hall at (301)327-4900. The John Hopkins Center for Occupational and Environmental Health' is located in the Asthma and Allergy Center building on the grounds of the Francis Scott Key Medical Center at 4940 Eastern Avenue, about a ten-to-fifteenminute drive from the SIU's Ba|tim.ore hall. Smith, OMUs Chris Coots, Mark Dehley and James Lloyd, GUDE John Von Sprecken. In the Silas Bent galley at the time of the inspection were SIU members Chief Steward Ursula Ihert. Chief Cook Cas.sie Tourere, Cook Baker Timothy Frierson. As­ sistant Cook Bertram Hickman, and Steward Assistants William Sylvester, Clarence Swidas, Mohamed Ghaleh. Musa Ahmed. For­ rest Burris and Jeanette Ball. "It is due to such crews that SIU maintains its excellent repu­ tation. and that contract operators arc able to extend and renew their contracts with the government," concluded the Silas Bent master; Serving the U.S. in War Is SchwaB Tradition Dan Schwall was following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather when he told the pa­ trolmen in the New York union hall he wanted to help in Operation Desert Shield. "I thought my mother would be upset." the 28-year-oId told the Seafarers LOG of his decision to launched, we were .apprehen­ sive." Schwall recalled. "We were sent away from the region." When the Champion docked two days later in Italy, he and the rest of the crew were astounded by the firetrucks. police, divers and mil­ itary on the pier for protection. He admitted he was nervous about going to the Persian Gulf. "I have my concerns like every­ one else over there. Ijust feel like I'm doing my role." Dan Schwall 'V': Father, Son Train at Union's School Grades Seldom Equaled The Silas Bent master noted in the areas where specific grades are given by the Navy. Seafarers scored close to. the top of the charts. "The steward department earned a 94.4 percent score in sanitation and the ship's store­ keeper scored a 95.8 percent in the validity check of his store­ rooms. These are grades which have seldom been equaled or sur­ passed by this or other ships sub­ jected to these rigorous inspec­ tions." In closing his communication to the LOG. Captain Leber stated, "In my 13 years with MEBA-2, I have sailed with many fine SIU crews, but I have never had the good fortune of working with a group so thoroughly professional across-the-board." The deck department Seafarers who participated in the Navy in­ spection were Bosun Robert Vaz­ quez. ABs George Torngren. David Milligan. Peter Poree, Gary Adair Jennings, Gerald Beuk and Ordi­ naries Steven Flaherty, Khamisi Kayanda and Joseph Devlin. Engineroom Seafarers aboard were C}MED Electrician Rohroy Adams, QMED Machinist Donald go aboard the Flickertail State, a Ready Reserve Force vessel. "In­ stead. she is taking it quite well." She told Schwall his father joined the Navy to be an aviator shortly after World War II started and her father volunteered for the Navy the day after Pearl Harbor was bombed. "We go where we are needed," ' the able bodied seaman said of his family. "I owe a lot to the SIU and the United States of America. It's the least I could do. I have a skill that is needed." The 1981 graduate of the Lundeberg School already has served in one war zone. He was aboard the Falcon Champion, which was refueling Sixth Fleet vessels be­ yond the "line of death" declared by Libya's dictator Muammar Qaddafi. when U.S. bombers at­ tacked that African nation in 1986. "When we heard the raid was Josh Mele (left) is following his father Joseph's footsteps by graduating as a trainee from the Lundeberg School and shipping in the deck department. The eider Mele, who was at the school with his son, just, completed the recertified bosun program. William "Josh" Mele. a trainee at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, received special attention, from one of the members of the recertified bosun program—his father^ Joseph Mele. "It makes me proud to follow in my father's footsteps." the younger Mele told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG shortly after watching his father graduate as a recertified bosun during the May membership meeting at Piney Point. "It was inspiring to have my father here." As part of their training; recer­ tified bosuns work with the train­ ees to let them know what will be expected of them when they board their first ship. Josh got the added benefit of a knowledgeable tutor working with him after hours on his studies and training. "It helped me a lot to have him here." Josh stated. The younger Mele had no idea that his dad would be at the schtK)l while he was studying there. How­ ever. the bosun contacted his son as soon as he found out he would be upgrading. "I was glad to know we would be there together." Jo­ seph remarked. Josh also plans to work in the deck department. "I'd love to have him onboard my ship," Joseph beamed. "But there would be no breaks." "I wouldn't expect any." Josh quipped and smiled. Before coming to Piney Point and becom­ ing a member of the cok)r guard for class 472. Josh had tried his hand as a rock musician. "I was tired of hanging on. Dad advised me to get a career and make a living. I can always play music." Josh became the second gen­ eration to graduate as a trainee from the Lundeberg School late last month. His father completed his entry training in March 1974. �-P'^77',• • .''P'P •''*•••' -'• . ^ -r' •. '••• p---'"'••'••P'.'/.; / V^ .. '.••.:,--'.!>-r-' i IR ' fv .:vv^:v " "'y' '""••• M P"''' •'••.7^'-4VT:^>•;'T^..'"-,••'" :•-' v" /.'y-..'/^^ .'••••• 7'"','P^p".'-. ^ 7'P/^P: 'p"- ' . •." •'J'. ••; •':? •»••-?•• ' 77 16 •':V,vrs-.,;.,rP.- .••-p. - , ::'v^^ v; V^•.•.P.iv; • •v • "' H • • P'-7 |'-7-7r.p • ,, •' -. • -i". ' - '' \ • •.; .•'•"P-'i."" 'l/' '1 P - i . m T; • PPPPr j|r^ >41 •• f?f"T' ;,.i-y:;. ."iv ' The American Republic makes M a roundtrip between Lorain, Ohio and Cieveiand aiong Lake Erie aimost daiiy. At the bot­ tom of the page, crewmem- P bers scurry aiong the deck to | prepare the vessei for depar- \ ture. 'J k ^ I -PPP. - ^vu-' y ". y vf ppp %i y P'P^'pPPTi.'" 7 ""'t7 twyfeics4^&;:;'r? With safety gear in place, Deckhand Mohamed Saedi is ready for work, ig'tj'SlS's Wheelsman Rick Roussin receives orders to move the vessel down the dock to load another hold. li^ p.. -.w^ i •'7"',^'. 7';7' '• < "N" . •" ' I ' '• pvi- Deckhand Joe Hance replaces one of the lines as the ship is ready to sail. »< ; •• w •<'"• ••-:'•/•'i p'" ^ • • |;. P:::Pr;:7p- ppPpP- .N IP1 ;7®3is^p ^ •'-7 AB Billy Mulcahy replaces a hatch cover after a hold Is filled. :P* ••" • i' . • •.-:IP-pp 7 P-^ 7 rpP:' iw- ;- L •-'.'Tl-'-iS---, .= -., • /\3 • •• -tei p•rim:.yy, :•••': pppsp- p? '' p' P'.:f 77-' /-ij'P • fS^J [["PSviP'-- 7PPP¥P;IPP''; .'"^3':.PPpPi-P^.P:' '7 P'p: '''| i Twenty-year mem­ ber porter Yehia Kaid says he is proud to serve aboard the Ameri­ can Republic. Crewmembers have nothing but ••' "fe:- [ With night falling, Bosun Terry Henrietta handles the stem-line controls to bring the vessei closer to the dock. I HE AMERICAN REPUBLIC is truly a 24-hour ship keeping its SIU crew on alert any time of the day or night for docking operations to load or offload ore for pro­ ducing steel. Because of the bulker's limited run, crewmembers have to perform their jobs when sailing operations permit. Members signing aboard each spring know the work will be constant. "There is a lot of work on this ship," said Terry Henrietta, ship's bosun since 1986. "It can make you feel old in a hurry, but the crew knows its job and does it well." The American Republic is set up to make a roundtrip between Cleveland and Lorain, Ohio ev­ ery 24 hours, weather and conditions permitting. It carries approximately 20,000 tons of taconite from the mouth of the Lorain River to three locations in the twisting, snake-like Cuyahoga River that divides Cleveland. The trip across Lake Erie—a distance of about 40 miles—can take just over two hours. Navigating the Cuyahoga to the first docking loca­ tion—almost five miles up river—may last up to three hours depending on conditions and traffic. Chipping and painting over the side is done during the short stays dockside. Black-gang members in­ spect and repair rollers on the conveyor belts in the hours while sailing. Although the galley maintains normal hours for meals, it also must be prepared in case operations call the crew back to work. The American Steamship Company vessel, which started sailing in 1981, was designed specifically for the Lorain-Cleveland route. The 635-foot self-unloader was built with bow and stem thrusters to help it negotiate the tight turns in the Cuyahoga. In open water, it is one of the fastest vessels on the Great Lakes. Once in the river, it can make speeds up to eight miles per hour in the few straight stretches. 1^- Mike LaBar of the maintenance team saws a block of wood needed for repairing a conveyor belt roller. : |p:77pipiip| |P|P-:77P7PSiP| ',y Conveyorman Rick Springs is known throughout the ship for very hot atomic firebail candies. . As Rrst Mate Bill Miller (back) gives the orders. Wheelsman Larry Dudek adjusts the ship's course. • r'' ?'k' ;,7' .'J: 8 QMED Dave Cameron inspects the control board in the engineroom. Mmms Deckhand Ray Eggers (right) inspects the loading operation at Lorain with a dockworker. 7:-;, • • . , • ' '' -.-sfei-'' . , km A' '^'AyAsfAAy -'^ • Black-gang crewmembers do their best to work in cramped quarters on the conveyor belt. 7 :• m ;' t '7 k '^y "1 'V ' "i.p> • :>< ' •:. -' w ••at. m i « YS'iiYtSi > • fj Y- _ r "•' ' -• r •sP'H; V" Y m- K/^^ifJ.rrV'-•'- rl rs ^ .J ,1-1^ 'r . .;r' m- - i j',; " -liiS . •• 7/:- W '7. '-^-L V'v.- *1 7 . .y 7 Second Cook Henry Peterson makes sure the lunch salad bar is ready. l£ '•.'M..V-::f' ,7;' : Wheelsman Ron Vandercook checks to see that the American Republic has not drifted too far from the dock. lA:t. w: Bi -P:P;PP | ,';;j j Gateman Clifford "Scratchy" Kracht has to loosen a conveyor belt to replace the roller underneath. 'yyf'¥i=- ASC i'-''^^'-r'- ''.-, •.•.i-'*-'i.'.^ • '• ivr-^ "^v: ;• '. ' - 7-" ''"I ^ Going cloclmlse, the self-unloader ieayes Lorain as load^ Ing Is finished. Seas were rough that day as waves crash Into the Cleveland harbor light­ house and over the deck. The wheelsmen use Cleveland skyscrapers to line the bulker Into the mouth of the Cuya­ hoga River. Once In the river, the captain, lookouts and wheelsman must be prepared ^r traffic, drawbridges and messels tled along the riverp}ank while the ship navigates kill thetedlous twists and turns. yyy'-:. i Wheelsman John Norton keeps a steady hand as the vessel sails from Lorain haibor. .-7, f'.yn I I'- I' 'MY?.'". , -iY' :,'V ' "I'l. ?llfl®S77f77 Y|;7'7 AAA'A >-'7;7' 7YY-\;'.YYf>"Y7'7'Y'7' •••''''• : -a. . , •7 7; YY:77- v.-- .777; r''-. "•. •' :f V'v'..-. k'- =f?rt „ ^ •, . 7^: 'Y'.7-.:V •••; "7^ ' 7'^ • .1^ • 777;;: 7-vv.v;7, 7,, 7,, YYi , ,. J �:3r .Kl. SlAFARiRS lOG 18 /• AfterAction^ackedGidf Tom\ Bosun Is AiiXwus to Return Bosun Michael Wittenberg of the USNS Wright is proud to have lent a hand in the nation's moves to liberate Kuwait from Iraqi aggression. The four-and-a-half year vet­ eran of the aviation logistics sup- '•'''• ih'' ty :X'>- ' "Mr At the time he left the area, Wittenberg said he and the crew knew war was imminent. Along the pier, offloading was taking place around the clock. "As soon as one ship was emptied, they would push it away from the dock and bring :..r from the Gulf Run A maiibag %: U": III B";0 '-'lli port ship was among the first sea­ men to go to the Gulf after Iraq invaded Kuwait last August. Wittenberg participated in the ship's maneuvers and military support activities until he signed off in January. Once home he said, "I feel like I'm missing some­ thing" by being back in the U.S. "(The Wright) feels like home to me. My friends are there." Wittenberg, who graduated from Piney Point 11 years ago, said his wife is concerned for him and does not understand why he wants to return to the ship. The emotions are compounded by the fact that she is expecting a baby and would like to have her husband shoreside for the delivery. The bosun signed off the Wright January 7 and caught one of the last commercial flights out of Saudi Arabia before the war closed the skyways. He stated he had no idea how he was going to return to the ship in February if no civilian flights were going into the Persian Gulf. in another," he reported. Morale remained high among the crew of the Wright, which was deployed to the Persian Gulf shortly after the Iraqi invasion in August 1990. But with the outbreak of war, Wittenberg noted, "I don't think anybody thought it would come to this." After being one of the first ship's to dock in A1 Jubayl, Saudi Arabia, the Wright sailed to Bahrain where it served as a logistics focal point for other military ships until it returned to the Saudi port in late December. Upon arrival in A1 Ju­ bayl, Wittenberg stated the docks were bursting with supplies, ma­ teriel, hospitals and a morgue. The Wright's unlicensed divi­ sion is crewed by SIU members. The ship serves as a floating ware­ house for Marine Corps helicop­ ters. It features a landing pad on the deck and repair facilities in shipboard containers. While at sea, parts can be dropped off or picked up via the choppers. The USNS Wright deck department launches a lifeboat during safety drills. From left to right are OS Bob Thompson, AS Ray Moore, Bosun Mike Wittenberg, Third Mate Gllllgan and AB Gary Smith. Waiting to Initiate docking operations In Al Jubayl, Saudi Arabia are AB Sam Solomon (left) and OS Randy Moore^ ..•v> Missile Alert Means Tense'Moments for USNS Bellatrix Crew Bosun Jim Mitchell and the crew of the USNS Bellatrix knew the Persian Gulf war was days away when the fast sealift vessel left Ad Damman, Saudi Arabia on Jan­ uary 5. Members were forced to carry their gas masks and nerve gas injection vials with them at all times. A decontamination shelter was constructed inside the ship. Then a missile alert was sounded. "We put our masks on," Mitchell recounted for the Seafarers LOG. When the alarm sounded mili­ tary personnel headed for their shelters, while about 10 Bellatrix deck crew members darted for the bowels of the vessel, Mitchell reported. ;-gvr! "When the siren went off, I got a shiver up my back. We went inside the ship into the (decontam­ ination) tunnel. After two hours, the mate said 'Let's get out of here.' " With full protective gear on, the crew secured the Bellatrix. Just as it was leaving the dock, the "all clear" alarm sounded. "We later heard the alarm was sounded be­ cause the Iraqis were warming up their missile launchers," he added. Mitchell said the crew remained pretty tense until the Bellatrix had passed through the Suez Canal on January 15. He noted crewmembers did not know the range of the SCUD missiles and did not feel safe until the ship was in the Med- Even the Army pitches In as OS Bob Haggerty (forward) and Sgt. Wade Garret struggle to loosen some tough bolts on a turbine cover. ii'-'Ju.ik- -f- a. c/V'-i-; •M'-T;..-* OS Emo Aulelava (left) and AB David Crisp help In a special detail aboard the USNS Bellatrix, a fast sealift vessel. iterranean Sea. The 20-year SIU veteran spoke very highly of the crew aboard the Bellatrix. "We have a real headsup crew on the ship." Because of the ship's fast turnaround, crewmembers had not had shore leave for months until a December dock­ ing at Bremmerhaven, Germany. "I have sailed for 20 years. I consider these trips patriotic as well as depressing. As we're tak­ ing these guys (soldiers) over, we get to know them. They are as uncertain of the future as we are. All of the guys onboard feel the same way. We had big events for Thanksgiving and Christmas, we treat them nice and we contact their families when we get back to the States." -.rfllli 0 Bosun Jim Mitchell (left) and OS Emo Aulelava work to remove stubborn bolts from a shaft casing. �J0Hej99l •''r-'r- 19 A State of Heajirt C^^Kysa.'nas supplied the Hammer ^'"*'«Pher Koben Chubb K.nubb The Seafarer ^ Kuwait City. iff , ^ar-ravaged crew'^onS fi?sl to to enter enter Kuwait'« ™®tohant vessel vessel I f'"''f'ckertail leaves homeland shores for months well nuuu.u '"ouihs sim'rlZ'eZ'" •V,- damagi'S)ne to^th?^ destroyed military t facility, the beach and black davr""®"^ created by the skies fires. ^^nierous oil-well •:' sit'y" . .r. .': p' -. f propelled girl of, h n 11 Flickertail owes '"""y'hank-yous Godspeeds Sr-ST"""- and see off • • to /Ae Gulf War "ff^mlles norih "he sZjf"'' <fthe enemy's Purningoil ond we smell of 90 mites north. PUckertah sees • f"" and gull 'euhtheglrl ^ho is she *u " fears • s. .. ' : rainbows m bombs from 90 mT ^ing dnd falling "^Pod our dock mr ••• ' -•••if: itr'3':}. '?:•••.• 'k . 'i, ••• •lSgl0g: '^' , •> s <>•'oZX':"* •"•'"•• JriT-•;«-.«> to keep a KrbU- f hearts soldiers'rZJf Z""djers-remZ' and Home. •'\:- •: 'E �m • • :!'••.. --:J' 20 Meetii^ Deep lakes. Inland Wafers my :<rr 'A::- iiv . •- • ' - 'fe-' ISSil I ' '-ym fy -vV '•< %'i'i '-' y:r v'7;'", f, • •'•/- ." . • ' . wmyMy. , V"- ,• ' "-r' • • *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups I Class A Class B Class C Port Piney Point Monday, July 8 Monday, August 5 New Ywris Tuesday, July 9 Tuesday, August 6 PhUadelpfila Wednesday, July 10 Wednesday, August 7 Baltimore Thursday, July 11 Thursday, Aii^st B Thursday, July 11 Tliursday, August 8 •yyyyy Jacksonville Thursday, July II V/ yyy Thursday, August 8 Algonac Friday, July 12 pI • Friday, August 9 I' )' Houston Monday, July 15 Monday, August 12 Mi". New Oiieans vsyWiM Tuesday, July 16 7 Tuesday, August 13 MobOe Wednesday, July 177 Wednesday, August 14 San Francisco I! Thursday, July 18 iyy Thursday, August 15 Wihniii^n hfi, Monday, July 22 Monday, August 19 Seattle Friday, July 26 Friday, August 23 •77i-77;7;' San Juan y - yyy-' '•-•• « Thursday, July 11 Thursday, August 8 ; St. Louis Friday, July 19 [ . •{-•' , . . ^ 7 Friday, August 16 _iV m Honolulu 7?i Friday, July 19 I -- • -fl'.-.y. • /:•• Friday, August 16 Duluth '.:"l • iyyy Wednesday, July 17 ! Myyy; Wednesday, August 14 Jersey City Wednesday, July 24 fc-; Wednesday, August 2l Sea New Bedford Tuesday, July 23 -iSy Wednesday, August 21 >%f?. Dispatchers Report for Deep Sea APRIL l(h-MAY 15, 1991 Jufy Jt Augyst M 5^,"? '{' »7- tetev ..w I%iladelphii Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans 7 Jacksonville 7 San Francisco iWlnimgton Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu iy'y Algonac Totals j^rt New York Philadelpbiht Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans acksoiiville an Francisco tlmingtbri Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu 'y<y' I , '• • y'- 1^90 SUHU yy '/•: -• r.• if:--\v 7-v;^ y - SOFAREKS LOG •.; i;,%;;•;?• CORRECTION The May issue of the Seafarers LOG identified the Matson Lurline as a former Puerto Rico Marine ship. It is not. It was buUt for service with Matson and continues to be operated to this day by that company. •' ' ' - :nM-• Trip Relleb ^•REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT P" 1" 14 21 23 i33 18 25 7 3 6 12 10 8 15 19 11 3 11 12 2 9 2 137 4 20 18 17 6 8 13 0 7 If 0 7 138 8 10 20 24 25 18 30 4 2 •: 7-' •j ifcifeg?' "•" 3^ ®7::i 0 211 '"•••'...v. 7'. ENGINE DEPARTMENT Bt. Louis^ ^J^Piney Poi Algdhac Totals Port j ~ New Yori \ Philadelp , Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville . San Francisco . Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu ','1 7:0.,'P 17 - . ,2 0 0 |Sit, Louis !^Piney Poin Algonac Totals Port NOTICE January through June 1990 Maersk-Sh^ EPA Adjustments Any Seafarer who sailed aboard any of the following Maersk ships during January and June of 1990 may now apply for an EPA adjustment to wages: PFC Willaim Baugh, Cpl. Louis J. Hauge, PFC. James Anderson, 1st Lt. Aex Bonnyman, Pvt. Franklin J. Phil­ lips (formerly the Pvt. Harry Fisher). Payment of the EPA adjustment can be obtained by submitting copies of discharges and pay vouchers to any SIU port agent or by sending the materials to the union's contracts de­ partment at headquarters—^5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20756. Be sure to include a current mailing address with all correspondence. TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C - .'.v ..*1'.. iiadeiphii San Francisco .WUmmgton Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston? St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals % (\ 1 236 0 76 i . 4: 0 "y 0 55 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 29 3 7 14 23 27 13 31 15 6 11 50 3 34 2 282 48 yM 6 16 61 ^1 • 121' 9 4 196 f'2 2 0 471 Totals All Departments 623 . 501 629 504 397 503 229 883 563 693 *"Total Registered" means the number of nien who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. A total Of 1,633 jobs were shipped on. SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,633 jobs shipped, 504 jobs or about 31 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. From April 16 to May 15, a total of 229 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 14,027 jobs have been shipped. ' /• 10.7 •' 7 .A 7" •- ."•"•••'7 5i'.., ':-yyyy �mm. >.•! m > /• ,;r- ^•t;''•'•/_%•• mi m f-'; •" •„ • 21 he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 44 members this month. A total of 34 sailed in the deep sea division while seven were members of the inland di­ vision and three came from the Great Lakes. At the age of 71, Brother Frank Benevento is the oldest to sign off this month. He sailed from the west coast in the galley gang. Six of the deck department retir­ ees were recertified bosuns. They in­ clude Brothers Steven Fulford, Gary L. Hoover, Glenn Miller, Leonard Olbrantz, Horace B. Rains and Ed­ ward P. Wallace. Brother Eddie H. Jackson is the only one of the riew pensioners to have completed the steward recertification program of­ fered at the Lundeberg School. Brief biographical sketches of these and the other new pensioners follow: T DEEP SEA JUAN S. AQUIRRE, 70, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1967 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. He was bom in the Philip­ pines and sailed in the deck department. Brother Aquirre's last vessel was the SeaLand Pacer. He lives in San Fran­ cisco. DEWEY C. BELL, 63, joined the SIU in 1956 in the port ofHouston. A na­ tive of Alabama, he last shipped as an able bodied seaman aboard the Ultramar. Brother Bell has retired to Century, Fla. FRANK BENEVENTO, 71, joined the union in 1955 in the port of Seat­ tle. Bom in New Jersey, Brother Benevento's last ship was the Matson Manulani where he sailed as a messman. He calls Seattle home. WILLIAM BURKEEN, 63, joined the Seafar­ ers in December 1958 in the port of New York. A native of Texas, he shipped in the deck department. His last vessel was the Overseas Arctic. Brother Burkeen resides in Texas City, Texas. HERBERT P. CALLOE,65, joined the SIU in 1960 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. The chief electrician was bom in Massa- To Our New Pensioners .. Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness arid health in the days ahead. chiisetts. He last sailed aboard the Sea-Land Commitment. Brother Calloe has retired to Jacksonville. TRINIDAD GARCIA JR., 65, joined the union in 1951 in the port of Hous­ ton. Bom in Mex­ ico, he shipped in the engine de­ partment. Brother Garcia sailed last as a wiper aboard the Cape Meteor. He has retired to Texas City, Texas. RICHARD E. CHARROIN, 63, joined the union in 1946 in the port of New York. The native of Dayton, Ohio last shipped as an able bodied seaman aboard the SeaLand Mariner. Brother Charroin lives in Seattle. WILLARD GRAYSON, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1968 in the port of Houston. The native of Texas shipped in the engine depart­ ment. Brother Grayson's last vessel was the USNS Bellatrix. He lives in Houston. DANIEL G. COMPEAU,66, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1963 in the port of New York. Bom in Michigan, he sailed as a QMED electrician. Brother Compeau upgraded his engine depart­ ment rating at the Lundeberg School in 1983. His last ship was the SeaLand Independence. He calls Shelton. Wash. home. RICHARD H. GUERIN, 68, joined the SIU in 1953 in the port of New York. He was bom in New York and sailed in the deck department. Brother Guerin shipped as an able bodied seaman aboard his last ves­ sel, the Sea-Land Nedlloyd Hudson. He calls Las Vegas, Nev. home. PAUL R. CROW, 65, joined the SIU in 1963 in the port of Seattle. A native of Arkansas, he upgraded his black-gang rating in 1987 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Crow last shipped as a QMED aboard the Sea-Land Mariner. He has retired to Terrell, Texas. GUSTAVO GUERRERO, 59, joined the union in 1958 in the port of New Orleans. Bom in Ecuador, he shipped in the engine department. Brother Guerrero upgraded his rat­ ing to QMED in 1976 at the Lundeberg School. He last sailed aboard the Sea-Land Discovery. He resides in San Juan, P.R. FELIX DIAZ, 64, joined the union in 1958 in the port of New York. He was bom in Cuba. Brother Diaz last sailed as a member of the engine de­ partment aboard the Inger. He re­ sides in Miami. ALBERT W. DYKES, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1956 in the port of Lake Charles, La. A na­ tive of Arkansas, he shipped in the black-gang. Brother Dykes' last ves­ sel was the SS Maine. He lives in Houston. RICHARD HENEKE,65, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1967 in the port of Seattle. The Indiana na­ tive shipped in the engine depart­ ment. His final vessel was the West­ ward Venture where he sailed as a QMED. Brother Heneke has retired to Renton, Wash. STEVEN H. FULFORD, 65, joined the SIU in May 1944 in the port of Mobile, Ala. He first sailed as a messman aboard the Golden Reece. Four years later, the Alabama native acquired his AB's ticket. Brother Fulford upgraded to recertified bosun at Piney Point in 1981. His last ship was the Sea-Land Challenger. He cdls Mobile home. GARY L.HOO­ VER, 45, joined the SIU in 1967 in the port of San Francisco. A na­ tive of Missouri, he sailed in the deck department. Jrother Hoover became a recertified bosun at the Lundeberg School in August 1979. The Sea-Land Pacific was his last ship. He calls Pittsburg, Calif, home. EDDIE H. JACKSON, 56, joined the union in 1957 in his na­ tive Mobile, Ala. The galley gang member up­ graded to recerti­ fied steward in May 1981 at the Lundeberg School. His last vessel was the Sea-Land Independence. Brother Jackson lives in Seattle. STANLEY A. JAMES SR., 53, joined the Seafarers in 1978 in the port of New Orleans. Bom in Missis­ sippi, he sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Brother James last shipped as an AB aboard the John Paul Bobo. He resides in Hazelhurst, Miss. V •- CHARLES P. JOHNSEN, 66, joined the SIU in March 1952 in the port of New Orleans. He was bom in Missouri. Brother Johnsen last sailed as an able bodied seaman aboard the PRMMl Mayaguez. He has retired to New Orleans. JOHN I. McAVOY,65, joined the union in 1965 in the port of Jackson­ ville, Fla. The Chicago native was a Navy vet­ eran of World War 11 and the Ko­ rean conflict. He first sailed in the black-gang aboard the Cities Service Miami. He upgraded his engine de­ partment rating to QMED in 1975 at Piney Point. Brother McAvoy last shipped aboard the American Eagle. He lives in Jacksonville. t .i: •vf'^ • X" I .r J i • .. 5 i "• If'/f "1>. ROYC.McCAWLEY, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1970 in his native Baltimore. He upgraded his engine depart­ ment rating to QMED in 1983 at the Lundeberg School. Brother McCawley last shipped aboard the Sugar Island. He still calls Baltimore home. ••"iy\ Til-' yj - • -i . BERNARD MICIAK, 65, joined the SIU in 1963 in his native Balti­ more. The deck department veteran last sailed as an AB aboard the Nuevo San Juan. Brother Miciak still resides in Baltimore. GLENN D. MILLER, 57, joined the unioii in 1956 in the port of Seattle. Bom in West Vir­ ginia, he became arecertified bosun in 1982 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Miller's last vessel was the Cape Catoche. He lives in Kenna, W.Va. CHARLES O'BRIEN, 56, joined the Seafarers in June 1959 in the port of New York. Bom in New York, he shipped in the deck depart­ ment. Brother O'Brien has retired to Sierra Vista, Ariz. Continued on page 22 -r • . .8- ... ->• • ":v: �SSAFARERS LOG p'/« . ... Thanks For a Job Well Done to Our New Pensioners Continued from page 21 LEONARD OLBRANTZ, 57, joined the union in 1954 in the port of Detroit. A native of Wisconsin, he completed the bosun recertification course at the Lundeberg School , in 1975. Brother Olbrantz last sailed as a bosun aboard the Overseas Viv­ ian. He lives in San Francisco. HENRY J. PETERSON, 56, joined the SIU in 1951 in the port of New York. The New York native's en­ gine department career was inter­ rupted by the Army from 1957 to 1959. Brother Peterson upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1984. He last shipped aboard the OMI Wabash. He resides in Jackson Heights, N.Y. HORACE RAINS, 63, joined the union in 1945 in the port of New Or­ leans. Bom in Kentucky, he served in the Army from 1953 to 1954. Brother Rains completed the bosun recertification program at Piney Point in 1974. The Cove Liberty was his last ship. He calls Houston home. P'^ |iP'"v---^ >;>h::::'i:.Ati'-'-'' •• liis-:. r'^ • h'~ v>- '. . ;iT • ••-••- rii ' '. • i; ",<y:v.'. JOSE A. ROMERO, 66, joined the Seafarers in 1960 in his native San Juan, P.R. The steward department veteran last sailed aboard the Cable Ship Long Lines. He still lives in San Juan. CLIFFORD A. SEWELL,66, joined the SIU in 1951 in the port of Galveston, Texas. The na­ tive of Michigan shipped in the en­ gine department. Brother Sewell last sailed aboard the Sea-Land Con­ sumer before he retired to Houston. WALTER SZCZEPANEK, 64, joined the union in Febmary 1952 in the port of Galves­ ton, Texas. Bom in Pennsylvania, tie sailed in the black-gang. The SeaLand Kodiak was his last vessel. Brother Szczepanek resides in Read­ ing, Pa. WILLIAM TRICE,70, joined the Seafar­ ers in November 1947 in the port of Philadelphia. The Texas native shipped in the galley gang. His last vessel was the Cove Liberty on which he sailed as chief cook. Brother Trice calls Mid­ land, Texas home. EDWARD P. WALLACE, 63, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York. He was bom in Illi­ nois. Brother Wallace gradua­ ted as a recertified bosun from the Lundeberg School in 1974. He last sailed aboard the Sea-Land Integrity. He lives in Chicago. JOSEPH WOLANSKI, 67, joined the union in 1956 in the port of New York. A native of New Jersey, he joined the union in 1956 in the port of New York. The deck department veteran last sailed aboard the Sea-Land In­ tegrity. Brother Wolanski resides in Baltimore. GREAT LAKES STANLEY W. BLIX, 65, joined the SIU in Au­ gust 1962 in his native Duluth, Minn. The deck department vet­ eran last sailed as an able bodied seaman aboard Kins­ man Lines ships. Brother Blix has re­ tired to Superior, Wise. INLAND RUDOLF BLAZEVICH, 66, joined the SIU in Febmary 1982 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. A na­ tive of Yugoslavia, he sailed as a cook aboard Crowley Towing tug­ boats. Boatman Blazevich lives in San Pedro, Calif. FREDERICK J. CHANSON, 62, joined the union in 1968 in his na­ tive New Orleans. He was a shoreside worker for Dravo Basic Materials Company. Boatman Chan­ son still resides in New Orleans. FLOYD HAYNES, 70, joined the Seafar­ ers in April 1989 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. The Erwin, Tenn. native sailed as a chief engineer for NATCO. Boat­ man Haynes calls Tampa, Fla. home. JOHN McCLINTON, 66, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1961 in the port of Alpena, Mich. The Michi­ gan native sailed as an able bodied seaman aboard the Paul Townsend.' Brother Mc|Clinton lives in Alpena. • % 12 Graduate from Bosun Program Continued from page 9 HOMER A. BAKER, 62, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1962 in the port of St. Louis. Bom in Illinois,. he sailed in the engine depart­ ment. Boatman Baker calls West Memphis, Ark. home. ROBERT R. HOLLENBECK, 65, joined the union in January 1964 in the port of Frankfort, Mich. Bom in Michigan, he sailed in the deck department for Luedtke Engineering. Brother Hpllenbeck calls Frankfort home. RUBEN PASAMONTE, 65, joined the Seafarers in March 1977 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He was bom in Panama and sailed as a tankerman for Allied Towing, Boatman Pasamonte resides in Chesapeake,' Va. his career at the Lundebei^g School, had a special reason to be proud. Among the trainees in the audi­ ence was his son. Josh Mele. The March 1974 graduate also ad­ dressed his remarks to the future merchant mariners. "A lot of you trainees here are accepting a re­ warding and respectable career. Respect your union—(it) will treat you right when you get out there.'' Besides those who started their SIU careers at Piney Point, sev­ eral other bosuns chose to talk with the trainees in their gradua­ tion addresses. "There are a lot of things you can look forward to, like having a job—having a job you enjoy—and being able to make a better than decent living," said 23-year member James R. Wilson. Reaching the Top "I'd like to tell you that you belong to one of the finest mari­ time organizations in the coun­ try," said Robert McGonagle of Honolulu. "You can come back any time you want to upgrade. You can go as high as you want. The union will back you all the way:" Houston's Mauro de la Cerda told trainees and members to take advantage of all they could while attending the school. "Work on the simulator and get as much experience as possible." AbduUa Mohsin, a 22-year SIU member who sails from the port of Baltimore, told the audience he can remember some trainees with whom he sailed now are sailing as "captains, mates and engineers. This is a great opportunity for you." Eleven-year member Hayden Gifford urged SIU members to read the Seafarers LOG and stay up-to-date on all issues of concern to the maritime industry. Being knowledgeable is critical, he said, "because a well-informed mem­ bership is a strong membership." Henry Bentz urged members to realize "the tremendous impor­ tance of SPAD." The 38-year vet­ eran added, "With our support of SPAD, I know our leaders will do all they can to make the SIU stronger than ever." Howard Gihbs, who sails from the port of San Francisco, re­ minded members and trainees of "the importance of registering to vote for the candidates who are going to help us in the merchant marine." He urged all those lis­ tening to register when they get back home if they have not already done so. New York's Claude Leycock thanked the school's staff and in­ structors for a "wonderful courseone of the best I've ever been to." The graduate who has been with the Seafarers for the longest pe­ riod of time was Earl Brannan. He joined the union in December 1945. He thanked the instructors for being "very professional in pro­ viding on-the-job training." - • EDWARD E. MORRIS, 62, joined the SIU in 1953 in the port of Houston. Bom in Altus, Okla., he sailed as a chief engineer for G&H Towing. Boatman Morris has retired to Arkansas Pass, Texas. WILLIAM T. PARKS, 62, joined the union in 1970 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. A native of Virginia, he sailed as a mate for Steuart Transpor­ tation. Boatman Parks lives in Vir­ ginia B^ch, Va. The 12 bosuns attend the May membership meeting at Piney Point to receive their certificates of graduation for completing the recertification course. • .. xx,- . ; • 7,• 1'.; •;] �.:-U.r•;::|^^;:-Vv'; 'mrm -•• '" -iS ;•';, • -•^'' 23 • iiCta #1 The Santurce, P.P. union hall is busy on this Monday morning. Lined up at the counter are (from left) Recertified Bosun Joseph Anthony Osorio, FOWT Pablo Albino, AB Ralph K. Capetta, AB Manual Sabater, Chief Cook Daniel Herrera and OS Abraham Gonzalez. Stepping outside the hall for a moment are (from left) Steward Assistant Catalino Diaz, AB Pedro Torres and AB Ralph K. Capetta. ..i With Seafarers in the San Juan Union Hall Mid-moming finds the Santurce union hall jumping with activity. While some members line up at the counter to register and to file vacation and welfare claims, others shoot a game of pool or talk over shipping while awaiting the next job call. On a recent Monday morning, mem­ bers and pensioners in the Santurce hall talked with a LOG reporter. Joseph An­ thony Osorio, a recertified bosun filing for his vacation check, said after 132 days on the Sea-Land Crusader he was glad to have some time off. Many of the members in the hall also most recently had sailed on Sea-Land Waitina to talk over a welfare matter ships. Among them were Steward Utility is AB Pablo Pacheco. Roberto P. Fox, AB Oswaldo Gonza­ lez—both of whom last sailed on the SeaLand Consumer—and AB Pedro Torres. Sheldon Duplantis, a new member of the SIU, said he was looking forward to working under a union contract. The tan­ kerman is in a good position to make comparisons because some of his jobs in the past have been for non-union compa­ nies out of the Gulf of Mexico. QMED Alberto Garcia, who recently sailed on the Sealift Caribbean, and Crane Electrician Tony Mohammed, while talking with the LOG reporter, OS Abraham Gonzalez looks over urged all SIU members to upgrade at the the counter while registering. Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Brother Mohammed noted that upgrading made it possible to attain greater skill levels and, consequently, higher pay. Chief Cook Daniel Herrera com­ mented that the Santurce hall was func­ tioning smoothly. Brother Herrera said he appreciated the union's Santurce staff. In addition to Port Agent Angel Hernandez, the SIU members and pen­ sioners are served by Bill Dolk and Abra­ ham Aragones—two of the union's oldrtimers who put their many years of experience to work on behalf of the Tony Mohammed, a crane electrician union. AnaMercado, the hall's secretary, on the Puerto Rico Marine spends much of her time assisting mem­ shoregang, frequently lends a hand bers and pensioners with the filing of at the union hall. their welfare and pension forms. AB Pedro Torres (left) and Steward Assistant Ana Mercado, the secretary in the Catalino Diaz shoot a game of pool while wait- Santurce hall, assists members and ing for the job call. pensioners with claims forms. • V 'r ' "• . f' • 'i'"''**;'. • ' V' ! •' ''V -1 -"t J yy-v •-' A• '• 1 ' . • v' Recertified Bosun Joseph Anthony Osorio, on vacation after 132 days out, is in the Santurce hall to register, Vv A. 5 OS Pedros Santos (left) and Tankerman Sheldon Duplantis display their merchant mariner documents. -A •. A A- if, • •_ .'v yy , A'' Oswaldo Gonzalez, an able bodied seaman, recently sailed aboard the Sea-Land Consumer. Keeping the union hall running smoothly are retired members Bill Dolk (left) and Abraham Aragones. - hi' " ~ •VU.- Jose Ramos sails as an FOWT out of the Santurce hall. Santurce Port Agent Angel Hernandez goes through the day's mail. Steward Utility Roberto P. Fox reads the the latest edition of the Seafarers LOG in the Santurce hall. QMED Alberto Garcia (left); Antonio de Jesus (standing), a retired Sea-Land shoregang member, and Chief Cook Daniel Herrera go over an article in the LOG. I."-'/' aBS A.I-.-' �M^'i. 7 ^ ^ SUPAKIRS LOG 24 Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes CU-Company/Lakes L—Lakes S^dHma hleniathmil UmoH Duwtoiy NP—Hon Priority APR. 16-MAY 15,1991 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT • 28 A~ - - 4 ENGINE DEPARTMENT w .lit: •••. 'V ••• IrJ STEWAR^E^AJL-m^NT, :;|g|«ei^ ENTRY DEPARTMENT • rif ^-^ '1-^ • .*;• JfMV/--V ;v- . A , 0 I • v, - •'. 0 0 c Totals All Departments 0 63 24 0 58 2 0 99 . 33 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Dispatchers' Report for iniand Waters APRIL 16-MAY 15, 1991 i!'-:^r:|; #v;.•.•• Port _ lew Yorii jPhiladeiphia W'; piK l-ir "•- i 0t''\r ,H iifS' ft 0 1 0 Piney Point Totals Al-ii-l I'M-: |^:r- ,• .'•<> '• c.:. • ; J i'w •: tl 6 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 6 0 0 4 4) 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac St. Louis w-^ •0 1 0 0 5 ''W 0 0 0 i'-'ft12 0 1 :'.:;'ft" 0 • 4 0 0 2 0 4 0 2 -ftl 0 0 16 t. ' 0 0 43 " 29" 0 0 14 M 0 0 0 0 0 6 0 0 i:0: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 42' 0 0 46 0 0 0 0 0 25 0 0 0 25 STEWARD DEPARTMENT •*' 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 V1 0 0 0 ,;t ft - K.-iiSiVi:'?.. Totals 0 .s-..v^4a«ia»«is Port I New York Philadelphia .Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville ;||San Francisco 0 0 0 70 0 2 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville • San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac St. Louis Piney ^int Totals V !-y.: " s»S 0 . St. Loiiis;^' 'si-ggi MM ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 0 0 Bm , 0 0 mi. .;W 0 0 • .'.v .-^7 0 0 0 1 Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville^ San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac W:;' TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 0 0 0 • r.;vAsetffi*f«n3 - 0 0 i .V0 1 0 0 > - 0 0 0 onbi/ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 i :0\ J . 0 0 0 - 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .'7>ft7,;: 0 , 0 0 0 <0 0 0 ft. 0 4 0 0 0 0 •- • 0 --0"''y7 0 0 1 0 , 0 0 0 0 0 V 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 ••-•-Tr" 0 0 1 " 0 0 0 35 0 13 0 0 7 Totals AU Departments 70 23 15 33 2 15 229 81 39 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. President Michael Sacco Secretary-Treasurer John Fay Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco Vice President Collective Bargaining Angus "R«l" Campbell Vice President West Coast George McCartney li; Vice President Government Serviceis: Roy A. "Buck" Mercer Vice President Atlantic Coast JackCafley Vice President Lakes and Inlmid Watei^ Byron Kelley Vice President Gulf Coast j. Dean Corgey ?S#' HEADQUARTERS 5201 Aulh Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 . . (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (301) 327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi Street Honolulu, HI 96819 f (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON V.'.Vfi; 1221 KerceSt. 'impHouston, TX 77002 (713)659-5152 si: JACKSONVILLE ... 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 i• (201)435-9424 MOBILE >»ui: •' 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. • is-' Mobile, AL 36605 (205) 478-0916 if • NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. -New Bedford, MA 02740' (508)997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504)529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718)499-6600 , NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT St. Mary's County i ; Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415)543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE y 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. •'V Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 ;y (809) 721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206) 441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314)752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. if Wilmington, CA 90744 (213) 549-4000 :- .'i ' • '• V. �'••'''i'i-'':T::o^^K/:•>'% "llSf juNcmi 25 GALVESTON BAY (Sea -Land Ser­ vice), March 24 — Chairman David Manson, Secretary R. Hicks, Educa­ tional Director Paul Titus. No beefs or disputed OT reported. CAPE FLATTERY(mCl March 31 Chairman Robert Dennis, Secretary William Perry, Deck Delegate Paul Evans Jr. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. 17»e Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shiptroard minuted as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some wiii be omitted. Ships minutes are reviewed by the union's contract department. Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships minutes. FALCON LEADER (Seahawk Manage­ ment), January 27 — Chairman J. W. Donaldson, Secretary B. E. Fletcher, Education Director C. Boudreaux, Stew­ ard Delegate Edmund Burnett. Chair­ man reported no paint aboard ship. He said captain was told company would purchase some after first MSC payment made to Seahawk. Secretary noted stew­ ard department had beef about setting up tables in both mess rooms when galley operated cafeteria style. Deck delegate reported captain has stopped all OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine delegate. Crew told captain purchased two TVs and VCRs as well as a radio for ship. He also donated $500 to movie fund. Whole crew thanked for getting vessel seaworthy after two-year layup. 0/7OO/CS/7»A/GE(IOM), February 15 — Chairman Mauro Gutierrez, Educa­ tional Director Bob Hamil, Engine Dele­ gate David Goosby, Steward Delegate Joseph Gonzalez. Chairman thanked deck gang and Pumpman Bob Hamil for quick response when deck pipe broke. He said the crew worked quickly to clean up ship and prevent any oil from getting into water while pumpman made repairs. He reported ship is headed for Portland, Ore. shipyard and is expected to be there only five days, so no one will be laid off. He announced payoff would take place in Portland. Secretary noted company continues to supply movies. He said ship now has more than 600 tapes with 1,100 movies. Educational di­ rector urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School, noting skills obtained there could be vital in nation's battle with Iraq. He wished good luck to AB Wayne Archer who is going for third mate's license. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked benefits plan to look into improved dental coverage. SA All Mohamed was declared winner of shipboard eating contest after devouring 13 steaks. FALCON LEADER (Seahawk Manage­ ment), February 17 — Chairman J. W. Donaldson, Secretary B. Fletcher, Edu­ cational Director Carroll Boudreaux, Engine Delegate Felipe Torres, Steward Delegate Edmund Burnett. Chairman reported everything going smoothly after delivering cargo in Turkey. He noted paint and deck stores should be aboard at next port. He said chief engineer work­ ing on problem with winches. Educa­ tional director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew told payoff ex­ pected around April 1. INGERiSeahft, Inc.), February 10 — Chairman Mike Galbraith, Secretary A. Martinez. Steward delegate report dis­ puted OT regarding linen and towel washing. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck and engine delegates. Let­ ter from headquarters informed bosun that deck department would have day workers received. Crew was informed of upcoming malaria pill distribution and room inspections. USNS CHAUVENETiMai Ship Opera tors), February 3 — Chairman Jeff P. Focardi, Secretary Vicki Barnhart, Ed­ ucational Director Al Mates, Deck Dele­ gate Brett Purvis, Engine Delegate Jim Scott, Steward Delegate Brenda Grays. Chairman noted meeting was very brief because survey boats had to be recov­ ered due to building seas. Steward dele­ gate reported beef involving Baker Steve Parker and reporting of OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and en­ gine delegates. Next port: Dubai. USNS DENEBOLA (Bay Tankers), February 16 — Chairman Randy E. Black, Secretary Michael Earhart, Edu­ cational Director Keith Richardson. Chairman read preamble of SIU Consti­ tution to members. He urged all of them to participate in union meetings. He in­ formed crew to familiarize themselves with safety gear before vessel enters war zone. Treasurer discussed with members ways of creating fund for emergencies. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew suggested letter be sent to contracts de­ partment with recommendations for fu­ ture contracts. Captain visited meeting to answer questions on mail, allotments, se­ curity and situation in Persian Gulf. Crew reported repairs needed on faucet in foward lounge and aft port side rail on 06 level. 4/lf6>\SS>lDO/7 (Crowley Maritime), March 21 — Chairman Dave Nevrman, Secretaiy Charles Kennedy, Deck Dele­ gate A. J. Fabre, Engine Delegate Bobby Spencer, Steward Delegate Larry Griffin. Chairman said reliefs still not available. Ship's committee elected. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew said spring for crew's mess door and coffee pot needed. EQUALITY STATE (lOM), March 31 — Chairman Willis Gregory, Secretary Ruben Hanson Jr., Educational Direc­ tor W. H. Woods, Deck Delegate Carl­ ton Richardson, Steward Delegate Wendy Fearing. Chairman told crew ship is due in Ad Damman, Saudi Arabia on April 2. He urged members to up, grade at Lundeberg School. He informed members of notices on bulletin board and asked them to read Seafarers LOG. Secretary reported everything running smoothly onboard. Engine delegate asked for job clarification from contracts department. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked company for new washer and cold water fountain. Next ports: Ad Damman and Wilmington, N.C. FALCON LEADER (Seahawk Manage­ ment), March 4 — Chairman J. W. Donaldson, Secretary Bobby Fletcher, Educational Director Carroll Boudreaux, Deck Delegate David M. Fowkes, Engine Delegate Felipe Tor­ res, Steward Delegate Edmund Bur­ nett. Chairman announced next ports for vessel would be in Sicily and Spain. Sec­ retary said payoff scheduled for April 1. Treasurer listed $340 in movie fund. En­ gine delegate reported pumpman work- ILE DE FRANCE (Sea-Land Service), March 10 — Chairman John C. Green, Secretary E. DofToh, Deck Delegate M. Masek, Engine Delegate D. DeMarco. Chairman and secretary reported smooth sailing. Treasurer announced $75 in movie fund. Deck delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by engine and steward delegates. Crew requested more milk be supplied aboard ship. Next ports: Boston and Eliz­ abeth, N.J. /A/GEff (Sealift, Inc.), March 11 — Chairman Mike Galbraith, Secretary A. Martinez. Chairman reminded crew to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chief cook's cabin is in need of repair. Crew noted mail service did not exist in western Af­ rica. Many members mailed letters but few have been received. m:1A'.- • • - Jf: ITB PHILADELPHIA (Sheridan Trans­ portation), March 31 — Chairman V. T. Nielsen, Secretary G. C. Bamman, Edu­ cational Director James Carnell, Deck Delegate C. Brown, Engine Delegate B. Camacho, Steward Delegate A. Hydera. Chairman announced payoff set for April 4. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT re- •. ' -y.- ' ..••'•'.'v.' t'- I' •A'-' • •• Al I, V' j 1STLT. ALEXBONNYMAN(Maersk Line), March 31 — Chairman Michael Davis, Secretary K. Roetler, Educa­ tional Director Benjamin Conway, Deck Delegate Charles Troutwine Jr., Steward Delegate James Jordan. Educa­ tional director reminded crew to upgrade at Lundeberg School and read SeaJParers LOG. Treasurer announced $41 in ship's fund after purchasing $390 worth of movies. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked about war bonus and listed microwave oven for repair. Next port: Sunny Point, N.C. . •> '..a ' .A.•y • 'i'sS 'y 't •« 1 CAPE BON (lOM), March 10 — Chair­ man Lothar G. G. Reck, Secretary Waymond Watson III, Educational Di­ rector Lauren Bryant, Deck Delegate Richard Young, Steward Delegate J. McCree. Chairman announced this was vessel's first voyage since coming out of mothballs. He noted arrival of two wash­ ers and dryers. He reported mail delivery has been sporadic. Secretary urged mem­ bers to take advantage of educational op­ portunities at Lundeberg School. He said he is waiting for word from union head­ quarters concerning ammo loading and restriction to ship. Educational director asked members to stand by when doing laundry while ship is rolling. All dele­ gates reported disputed OT and beefs. Copies of February Seafarers LOG brought aboard by arriving crewmembers. Crew asked for new mattresses, mi­ crowave ovens and a partition to sepa­ rate crew lounge from mess. Crevv suggested awning on stem be rebuilt. Crew warned of dangers between dock and Sunny Point, N.C. main gate. Mem­ bers asked to change watches quietly to not disturb others. Steward department thanked for very fine meals and constant variety in menus. Next ports: Sunny Point and Jacksonville, Fla. CAPE CATOCHEiAmsea), March 24 — Chairman Don Truax, Secretary Kris Hopkins, Educational Director Al Parker, Deck Delegate Michael Noodt, Engine Delegate Fred Caltabiano, Stew­ ard Delegate Kenneth Johnson. Educa­ tional director reminded members to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer an­ nounced $170 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT. Galley gang thanked for job well done. Next port, Norfolk, Va. {•r • Keeping Spirits High Crewmembers aboard the Cape Clear enjoy a quick coffee break as the, vessel heads out to the Persian Gulf. From the left are Richard Hilbert, AB; Ann King, SA; Kevin Doyle, DEU; Jergen Gottshilitz, OS, and Samuel Davis, FOWT. ing alone in cargo tanks without watch. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew noted gas masks and suits arrived aboard ship after war was over. ported by deck and engine delegates. Galley gang thanked for job well done. Next ports: St. Croix and Baton Rouge, La. FALCON LEADER (Seahawk Manage­ ment), March 31 — Chairman J. W. Donaldson, Secretary Bobby Fletcher, Educational Director Carroll Boudreaux, Deck Delegate Charles Williams, Engine Delegate F. A. Tor­ res, Steward Delegate T. L. Fontenot. Chairman announced payoff set for April 2. He said crew has received no mail for two months from fleet post of­ fice. He told crew vessel en route to En­ gland. Educational director listed $340 in movie fund. He added captain has put out $600 from his own pocket toward fund. Deck and steward delegates re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or disi puted OT reported by engine delegate. Steward department thanked for job well done. Crew told trash bags had been or­ dered three times but have yet to be de­ livered. PVT. HARRY FISHER (Maersk Line), March 17 — Chairman R. A. Koppel, Secretary T. E. Spain, Educational Di­ rector Randy Clark. Chairman re­ quested more information about Piney Point for young members, information on medical benefits and copies of vessel contract. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Av? L/SEflTYSt/Af (Liberty Maritime), March 17 — Chairman Perry H. Green­ wood, Secretary Frederick L. Washing­ ton. Chairman noted crew VCR has not been replaced. Secretary reminded crew to not throw plastics overboard. Deck delegate reported beef by bosun. Engine and steward delegates reported disputed OT. Members reminded to clean rooms and turn in keys if leaving vessel after payoff. MAYAGUEZ(Puerto Rico Marine), March 10 — Chairman Al Caulder, Sec­ retary Jose Ross, Educational Director Scott Speedy, Deck Delegate Benaia Berberena, Engine Delegate William Cachola. Chairman said crewmembers asked to be relieved by each other while in home ports. He noted steward depart­ ment still has questions about OT pay­ ments. Secretary stated repairs are needed in galley. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Galley gang thanked for ex­ cellent food and salad bar and for keep­ ing ship clean. OMI CHARGER (OMl, Corp.), March 22 — Chairman F. R. Schwarz, Secre­ tary Neville Johnson, Educational DirecContinued on page 26 a" .. i •1 - 0 -i'" - : • ., / �SCMAROS lOG Ships Digests Continued from page 25 tor Wiley Yarber. Chairman announced receipt of telegram notifying crew ship­ ping rules have returned to pre-war sta­ tus. He thanked steward department for its good work and food. Secretary thanked members for keeping ship clean and safety awareness. Educational direc­ tor urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla, $•1 OMIDYNACHEM(OMl,Corp.), March 10 — Chairman Larry Kunc, Secretary C. N. Johnson, Educational Director Dean Kienke, Deck Delegate Charles D. Howell, Engine Delegate George Darney. Chairman noted voy­ age went well. He said ship should hit port by mid-April. He told crew he is waiting for information on permanent members and relief jobs. Treasurer listed $104 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. W--; • • OVERSEAS WASHINGTON (M&ntime Overseas), March 12 — Chairman L. Zollner, Secretary L. Lamphere, Ed­ ucational Director James Williams, Deck Delegate C. Auhertin, Engine Del­ egate Harry J. Kinsman Jr., Steward Delegate Frank Rakas. Bosun an­ nounced receipt of letter from union about change in shipping rules concern­ ing permanent members and reliefs. He praised work of whole crew, especially deck department noting the members work well together as a team and have the willingness to get the Job done. Secretaiy thanked crew for keeping recre­ ation room and mess clean. Tim Roupe elected ship's treasurer. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Seafarers LOG re­ ceived. Crew requested new washer and diyer. ; ••f • • ki' • kkv' •• ? • (I--. i' . • 1 • . -Vji' .' > i^.i.r^'" »? . / 7- . -i ^ :V;-' X\j::/ '•: f -'rv ,.-••-.• • •••Ivv r ••ik ' - ••• ••••; ; , ';t :.. fe ..-'vy.,; if; ..'J - ..• -••• L • •• V • i: s;- • PAUL BUCK (Ocean Shipholding), March 11 — Chairman S. E. Drafts, Secretary M. S. Scardino, Educational Director J. Rohinson, Engine Delegate M. Grayson, Steward Delegate Adolphus Young. Chairman reminded crew to keep noise in passageways and crew's lounge down after 1800 hours. He advised crew to separate plastics from garbage. He announced payoff set for Dubai. Secretary said needed stores may be loaded in Dubai. Educational di­ rector urged crew to upgrade at Lundeberg School to improve Job skills. Treasurer listed $270 in ship's fund. Crew requested information on Job reliefs from headquarters. Crew asked company to replace non-biodegradable , materials with those that can be re­ cycled. PRIDE(Amsea), March 24 — Chair­ man James Gorman, Secretary J. Sam­ uels, Deck Delegate James Brady, Engine Delegate James Bruce Collins, Steward Delegate S. A. Sotomayor. Chairman told crew ship would arrive March 27 and pay off March 28. Trea­ surer announced $35 in ship's fund. Deck and engine delegates reported dis­ puted OT. Steward delegate reported no beefs or disputed OT. Galley gang thanked for good food. Deck and engine departments thanked for keeping mess and pantry clean. Crewmembers received Seafarers LOG. Ice machine has not worked for six months. Steward said company does not let him order enough milk so galley has been running out during voyages. SC4/V (Amsea), March 17—Chairman Seymour Yaras, Secretary Keith Segree, Deck Delegate James Kash, Steward Delegate Harry Jones. Chair­ man advised crewmembers to be careful when going ashore. He urged Seafarers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND CHALLENGER {SeaLand Service), March 17 — Chairman Roy L. Williams, Secretary Herbert Scypes, Educational Director Dennis R. Baker. Chairman reported everything running smoothly. He asked company to place fans in crew lounge and mess. He reminded crew to donate to SPAD. He said payoff scheduled for March 20. Sec­ retary reported problem with not enough stores being delivered by port steward. He noted additional requisition was made and still order was not filled. He asked patrolman to check into situation. No beefs or disputed OT reported, next port: Elizabeth, N.J. SEA-LAND CONSUMER {Sea-Land Service), March 26 — Chairman Wil­ liam Mortier, Secretary Luis Iturrino. Secretary reported everything running okay. Treasurer listed $143 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew advised emergency shipping rules, on reliefs lifted. Seafarers asked to dress properly for meals. Chief cook thanked for excellent meals. SEA-LAND DEFENDER{Sea-Land Service), March 30 — Chairman Luigi Alleluia, Secretary John J. Alamar, Ed­ ucational Director Joseph P. Barry. Sec­ retary reported good trip and crew. He reminded crew to respect company prop­ erty. He thanked crew for good trip and keeping things clean in living quarters. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew received Seafarers LOG from port of Wilmington, Calif. Crew asked contracts department to require eight years sea time before getting "A" book for all members, to accept no crewing cuts in next contract negotiations, to seek two days of pay if vessel in home port less than 24 hours and to provide members with medical plan cards. Next ports: Oak­ land, Calif.; Yokohama, Japan; Pusan, South Korea and Hong Kong. SEA-LAND EXPEDITION{Sea-Land Service), March 10 — Chairman M. Zimhro, Secretary E. Vazquez, Educa­ tional Director David Dukehart. Secre­ tary stated everything mnning smoothly. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Vote of thanks given to steward department for Job well done. SEA^LAND FI?£EDOA# (Sea-Land Service), March 17 — Chairman R. Y. Woods, Secretaiy G. Sivley, Educa­ tional Director R. Chapman, Deck Dele­ gate J. McKnight. Chairman announced ship due in Tacoma, Wash, on March 18 and will leave March 20. Treasurer listed ship's fund at $209. Steward delegate re­ ported beef involving work assigned by captain for GSU. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and engine dele­ gates. Galley gang thanked for Job well done. SEA-LAND NA VIGATOR{Sea-Land Service), March 31 — Chairman Wer­ ner Becher, Secretaiy G. Keene, Stew­ ard Delegate Ahmed Yafai. Chairman thanked crew for Job well done in taking vessel out of shipyard. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew noted 12-4 AB door is broken. Members asked to keep noise down in passageway. SEA-LAND PATRIOT{Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 23 — Chairman R. F. Gar­ cia, Secretary J. Russell, Educational Director G. Pollard-Lowsley, Deck Del­ egate John T. Carnes, Engine Delegate Rodney Pontlflet, Steward Delegate William Hare. Educational director posted copy of 1991 Lundeberg School schedule. He urged Seafarers to take ad­ vantage of educational opportunities there. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Telex from headquarters reinstating ship­ ping rules received. Members reminded to return dirty dishes to galley and pick up after themselves. Steward department thanked for good food and clean ship. Next ports: Long Beach and Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND SPIRIT{Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 23 — Chairman J. Schoenstein, Secretary S. Apodaca, Ed­ ucational Director C. Henley, Deck Del­ egate G. Walker. Chairman has asked company if Seafarers could use empty rooms so each crewmember would have own shower and bathroom. He said all is running smoothly. He urged those who qualify to upgrade at Finey Point. He re­ minded crew to return tapes when fin­ ished. Treasurer announced $301 in movie fund. Steward delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and engine delegates. Crew asked contracts department to consider return to 180 days maximum sea time and 60 days for relief. Crew requested new washer and radio. Members re­ ported problems with air conditioner but no parts to fix them. SEALIFT ANTARCTIC{IMC), March 24 — Chairman Larry Watson, Secre­ tary Sharon Ortiz, Educational Director K. Pennewell, Engine Delegate Douglas L. Johnson. Chairman distributed. He asked for clarification for signing articles as captain said it is not needed for voy­ age from California to Hawaii. Secretary asked contracts department if service on any IMC vessel is allowed for accelerat­ ing time for "A" book. Educational direc­ tor announced training films available in chief mate's office. Crew voted to spend part of ship's fund for movies and save rest for other recreational needs. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew ad­ vised shipping rules regarding relief re­ turned to pre-gulf war procedures. Steward announced she would provide more for night lunch as long as it is eaten and not wasted. SPIRIT OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), March 24 — Ctiairman S. W. Parr, Secretary J. Tucker, Educational Director J. Parkhurst, Deck Delegate G. Warren, Steward Delegate S. Venus. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted TV and VCR not working prop­ erly. Galley gang thanked forJob well done. RALEIGH BA Y (Sd^-Land Service), March 31 — Chairman Howard €. Knox, Secretary Hazel Johnson, Educa­ tional Director Douglas Greiner, Deck Delegate Robert Bakeman, Engine Del­ egate Frederick Tierney, Steward Dele­ gate Alfred Desimone. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for Job well done. SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE{SeaLand Service), March 16 — Chairman A. J. Eckert, Secretaiy V. Harper, Edu­ cational Director Bobby Ohler, Deck Delegate J. L. SaufTerer, Engine Dele­ gate Samuel Johnson, Steward Delegate Jose P. Maclalay. Chairman announced payoff scheduled for March 21 in Eliza­ beth, N.J. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Next port: Elizabeth. ULTRAMAR{American Maritime), March 16 — Chairman Jerry Boruckl, Secretaiy R. R. Poovey, Educational Di­ rector M. J. Brennan, Deck Delegate Michael Marquette, Steward Delegate Glenn Bertrand. Chairman asked for pa­ trolman at next payoff to answer ques­ tions concerning helmsman and deck gang. He asked members to donate to SPAD and upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for good food. Next port: Haifa, Israel. SAMUEL L. COBB (Ocean Shiphold­ ing), March 26 — Chairman Jack Kingsley, Secretary R. E. Crawford, Educational Director John Anderson, Deck Delegate Donald Morrison, En­ gine Delegate Jason Crist, Steward Del­ egate Tom Barrett. Chairman informed crew shipping rules reverted to pre-war status. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND INTEGRITY{Sea-Land Service), March 31 —Chairman Do­ mingo Leon Jr., Secretary Pedro Lahoy, Deck Delegate Christopher LoPiccolo, Engine Delegate V. R. Limon, Steward Delegate James P. O'Reilly. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Vote of thanks given to steward department for Job well done. l/£.r/Z4S£4 (American Maritime), March 3 — Chairman C. Gutierrez, Sec­ retary R. Kennedy, Educational Director H. Bergeron, Deck Delegate T. P. Car­ roll, Engine Delegate J. Trauth, Stew­ ard Delegate R. Xaturch. Secretary asked members to return bowls and dishes to galley. Treasurer reported $25 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT h--- : • V'M;•-.WA reported. Vote of thanks given to Chief Cook R. Xaturch and rest of galley gang for Job well done. BROOKS RANGE{lOM), April 9 — Chairman Mauro Gutierrez, Secretary J. PItetta, Educational Director Robert Hamll, Engine Delegate Frank Bolton, Steward Delegate Joseph M. Gonzalez. Chairman announced shipping rules on relief procedures the same as it was be­ fore the gulf war and Coast Guard in­ spection will take place upon arrival in Long Beach, Calif. Secretary reminded members strong America needs its mer­ chant marine, so upgrade at Lundeberg School as soon as possible. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for wonderful Easter meal and great fare every day. Crew ac­ knowledged receipt of letter from Augie Tellez in contract department concerning earlier questions. BUYER (OMLCorp.), April 14 — Chairman J. Blanchard, Secretary Tohe Dansley Jr., Educational Director James Demouy, Deck Delegate Wil­ liam Bastlanelll, Engine Delegate J. Blllotto, Steward Delegate Jessie An­ drews. Secretary reported crew working together well. He urged members to up­ grade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked for doing good Job. CAPE METEOR {lOM), April 7 — Chairman B. Williams, Secretary D. W. Velandra, Educational Director K. Blddle, Engine Delegate J. Barry, Steward Delegate M. Harris. Chairman an­ nounced payoff scheduled for April 11. Deck and engine delegates reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by steward delegate. Crew especially thanked GSUs Cindy White and Boh Trahan for their work. Crew praised food prepared by Chief Cook Mi­ chael Harris. CAROLINA (Puerto Rico Marine), April 3 — Chairman Paulino Floras, Secretary E. Curley. Secretary urged Seafarers to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. ILE DE FRANCE (Sea-Land Service), April 7 — Chairman John Green, Secre­ tary E. Doffoh, Deck Delegate Michael Masek, Steward Delegate Rufus Halrston. Chairman announced new video • tapes were brought aboard last trip. He said everything rurming smoothly. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew reported gas on bridge continues to be bad. Galley gang thanked for Job well done. ITB PHILADELPHIA (Sheridan Trans­ portation), April 3 — Chairman V. T. Nielsen, Secretary G. C. Bamman, Edu­ cational Director James Carnell, Deck E)elegate C. Brown, Engine Delegate B. Camacho, Steward Delegate All Hydera. Chairman aruiounced payoff in St. Croix on April 4. Treasurer listed $40 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew offered vote of thanks to union brothers and sisters working in the Persian Gulf war effort. Steward depart­ ment thanked for fine woilc. Next port: St. Croix. SEA-LAND P/?ODt/CE/? (Sea-Land Service), April 20 — Chairman B. O'Hanlon, Secretary Jennifer Jim, Deck Delegate George Fries. Treasurer announced $30 in crew fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked for keeping decks well maintained. Gal­ ley gang thanked for good service. Next port: Oakland, Calif. j'J-V OMI DYNACHEM{OML Corp.) April 7 — Chairman Lawrence Kunc, Secre­ tary C. N. Johnson, Educational Direc­ tor Dean Kienke, Deck Delegate Charles Howell, Steward Delegate Joe Clark. Treasurer listed $68.67 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to re­ view possibility of permanent members getting Job back after leaving vessel because of illness or emergency. Crew reported problems with air con­ ditioning. �ru% 'r>Tr' ;.ii: ^ ' •'' "' '• • " ' mc 1991 When the SlU-manned Ultra­ mar recently erewed up in New Orleans, along with a load of grain bound for Haifa, Israel, the vessel also carried an important person, Albert Mile^, safety inspector. Every year American Maritime Transport tries to have a safety in­ spector ride each of its ships to perform a safety audit and to help train Seafm-ers in specific areas of shipboard safety, according to a company spokesman. Bosun Jerry Borucki, who sent the photographs on this page to the Seafarers LOG, said the crewmembers practiced all the various aspects of safety on the Ultramar to the satisfaction of Miles. There were lifeboat drills, fire drills and first aid training for all hands—officers included. AH pos-. sible emergencies were covered, because should a real fire break out aboard ship, crewmembers do not have the luxury of calling a fire department. They only have time to meet the situation head on and utilize the training they have re­ ceived for just such a situation. Wearing masks obscured with tape (to simulate what they would encounter in a very smoky fire), crewmembers practiced mock fire emergencies by making their way through the ship to find a victim (a dummy was used for this purpose) and get him out of the fire zone and give him first aid. iBorucki said it was tricky, fighting all kinds of obstructions in the dark, but it was a good lesson—one which few Seafarers will forget. Crewmem­ bers practiced fighting fires with water and with foam, each neces­ sitating different equipment and different techniques. Following the successful in­ spection, Miles got off in Gibraltar and the ship's routine returned to normal. The Ultramar sailed on to Haifa to unload. She is now on her way back to the States via the Pan­ ama Canal and is expected to dock in Portland, Ore. •uv.:y'4' 'I Practicing fighting a fire with a water hose on the deck of the SlU-crewed Ultramar are Second Assistant Robert Toner, Pumpman/QMED Philip Zaiewski, OMU E. Smith, AB A. Machado, DEU Ricardo Ellis, GSU Obencio Espinoza and OMU Stanley Williams. ¥: .i ) Pumpman/QMED Philip Zaiewski, Bosun Jerry Borucki and Chief Mate Marc Dial finish donning their life vestswhile, below. Second Mate Roger Wilson retrieves the line-throwing apparatus. Above, crewmembers practice putting out a fire with foam while, below left, Albert l^iles, safety inspector, looks on. • 3-; 111 :: ABs Joseph Botwinis and Stanley Wil­ liams take a break from painting the aft deck. •'fx 'tf . i- DEU Cilverio Wilson (left) and AB Mike Marquette help give the deck a new coat of paint. Chief Cook Glenn Bertrand (left) and Chief Stew­ ard Revels Poovey complete the fixings for a salad bar as part of the crew's midday meal. ABs Mahmoud Selim (left) and A. Machado (sittjng). Bosun Jerry Borucki and DEU Ricardo Ellis also work on dew cleaning and painting. •i ,'i . AK • ' ' U-iir '.L'-:.- I L-. - �r :•! ' • •' •;',y'^;>'•• ': i>:;KC'f:^vf^;;^^iv?';SiC|S'i% •• /• • V •• - ' - 'S'-•=•?•';: ••'.•-7" it' •'"'i'*!-'^r!--i-l fe.,--',. v'-'':!"',-;'--;-" , r ;iV'ii fct'i J.,:>'V Mi- . '•• .' -f .' . f lib '.-i •:.' '• ^ '• J ••I i , "' SEAFARtHS LOG Lundeberg School Graduates Eight Classes ' f • ' • f-, .L M' J'-4} ;I ~ AT *. an- Trainee Lifeboat Class 472—Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 472 are (from left, kneeling) Greg Garrett, Mike Mitcfiell, John Kasbarian, John Cincotta, Thomas Taylor, Kevin McDowd, Brad Purtlebaugh, (second row) Philip Golgano, Shawn Pelayic, Michael Williams, David Libman, Manfred Wedell, Neil Carter, Steve Simpon, (third row) Alexander Collazo, Mark Lecik, Christopher Herring, Michael L. Williarhs, Christopher McGhee, (fourth row) Luis Gomez, Troy Bates and William Mele. '. N: i- > •, !< .:;^! '."If •• i''! Trainee Lifeboat Class 473—Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat class 473 are (from left, kneeling) David Labure, Kenneth Seals, E.T. Dash, Kristen Krause, Kevin Schultz, Marc Ponatowski, James Moore (instructor), (second row) Brian Boyd, Ty Harden, James Bruce, Arthur James, Scott Bernier, Robert Hermanson, Travis Baisdon, David Wise, Steven Cortez, David Gardner, Arthur Johnson, (third row) William O'Connell, Chris Davis, Carl Ernest and David Gomez. ;::i-'.]ilr-' r-') r' [ if i EAV Upgraders Lifeboat—^These members learned about emergency drills, basic compass navigation and use of all lifeboat and life raft equipment. They are (from left, kneeling) H. J. J. Dunlap, Angelo Persica, Regina Garrett, George Griffitti, (second row) Pablo Lacayo, Henry Sass, Joseph Shelton, Robert Wiltshire and Jim Moore (instructor). Up^aders Lifeboat—Receiving their lifeboat training certificates from the Lundeberg School are the following (from left) Ben Cusic (instructor), Robert Cummings, Keith Moore, Patricia Martin and Sergio Castellanos. «yte' •t /Jl: • • . . ; .1 • • if r'lL '4 Third Mate—Completing the 13-week third mate curriculum are (from left, first row) Alan Barry, Wilson Yanson, James Wilson, Crag Melwing, (second row) Steven McKittrick, Chip Noell III, Michael McCarthy, Gerald Freeman and Ron Raykowski (instructor). Not shown in Woodrow Shelton. Able Bodied Seaman-—Receiving their endorsements as Able Bodied Seamen are (from left kneeling) Andrew Wessner, Dwayne Saunders, Abraham Daif, Augustus Udan, Robert Gettridge III, (second row) Wesley Fry, Gene Aruta, Donald Hudson, Tony Tomas, John Spezia, Jon Deenik, Mike Spradlin, Otis Marshall, Ralph Carlton, Jose Mate, (third row) Johnny Rodriguez, Jonathan Washburn, Jeff Ball, Charles Darley, Charles Franks, Frank Messick, Nick Marcantonio, Thomas Wilhelm, Dotty Hoffman, Frank Hedge, Charles Conine, M. Congress, Jake Karaczynski (instructor), (fourth row) Gerard McCarthy, George Owen III, Patrick Patterson, Marlyn Chester, Norman Tourtellot, Robert Seaman, Frank Templeton and Robert Thompson III. V'. ^,. . _ Fireman, Oiler, Watertender—Working their way up the engine depart­ ment ratings are (from left, kneeling) Jerry Clayton, Asher Liss, Terrence Hosein, Steven Sheehan, Hector Baerga, Dimarko Shoulders, Clinton Sherrod, Gerald Hanley, (second row), David St. Onge, Parry James, Mike Thornbury, Edward Rynberg, Jimmie Thomas, Richard Shaw, B. Hathcock, F. Mark, Bill Foley (instruc­ tor), (third row) Daniel Blue, B. Collins, Steve Hoskins, Anthony Yates, Donald Morgan, Knolly Wiltshire, Drew Brown, (fourth row) Matthew Misban, Kevin Maskall, Walter Filleman and Earl Ebbert. V ;. "U. Marine Electronics Technician—Upgrading their engine department ratings are (from left, front) David Tillman, Suzy Carpenter, Tim Pappas, Lenora Vigil, (second row) Russ Levin (instructor), Robert Zientak and Eric Malzkuhn (instructor). !-1^;'. •. �.'••'••='•• ''i--'iSV" V' '>•".?/-y. '.;AV "5;''• " '• . '-^ ' V' • • •"• ' ; :v V.' '•'''<- ' -K'' • . ^ ' • m0m .} , • .?• J ures Pensioner Charles E. Baggett, 56, was fatally in­ jured when he was hit by an automobile March 16 in his native Houston. He joined the Seafarers in November 1961. Brother Baggett sailed in the deck department. He retired in April 1989. EDWARD BANKS Edward Banks, 71, passed away April 4. He was bom in Okla­ homa and joined the SIU in 1974 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. Brother Banks last sailed in 1986 aboard the President Cleveland as a member of the steward department. JOHN F. BARONE John F. Barone 57, died March 17. He joined the union in 1959 in the port of New York. Brother Barone, who sailed as a deck-engine utility, was an active member at the time of his death. ROMITO BASA Romito Basa, 64, suc­ cumbed to heart failure June 29, 1990. A native of . the Philippines, he joined the Seafarers in 1969 in the port of New York. Brother Basa sailed in the engine department. He last sailed in 1988 aboard the Sea-Land Trader. CLAUDE BOSHER Pensioner Claude Bosher, 64, suf­ fered a fatal heart attack March 17. Bom in Hampton, Va., he joined the SIU in 1955 in the port of New York. The steward department member started collecting his pension in June 1977. Brother Bosher was buried in the Biloxi (Miss.) National Cemetery. LONNIE BROOKS Pensioner Lonnie Brooks, 82, passed away as a result of heart fail­ ure Febm- ary 24. He joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1951 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Brooks closed his gal­ ley gang career in February 1979, a year after the union merged with the AGLIWD. CHARLES E. BURNS Pensioner Charles E. Bums, 75, died of respiratory failure September 1, 1990. A native of Macon, Ga., Brother Bums was a charter member of the Seafarers, having joined in 1939 in the port of Jackson­ ville, Fla. He shipped in the en­ gine department until he retired in April 1975. He was buried in Jacksonville's Evergreen Cemetery. JOSEPH C. BUSH Joseph C. Bush, 67, passed away April 24. Bom in Il­ linois, he joined the SIU in 1967 in the port of Houston. Brother Bush was an active member at the time of his death. He last sailed as a chief cook aboard the OMI Dynachem. SUNG Y.CHEN Pensioner Sung Y. Chen, 74, died April 12. He is a native of China. Brother Chen joined the union in 1961 in the port of San Francisco. He sailed in the steward depart­ ment before he started collect­ ing his pension in December 1979. V" • native joined the union in No­ vember 1958 in the port of New York. Brother DeVaux shipped in the black-gang be­ fore his retirement in January 1976. He was buried in Holy Redeemer Cemetery in Balti­ more. THOMAS EASTER Thomas Easter, 65, died as a result of respira­ tory fail­ ure February 10. He joined the Seafarers in 1955 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Easter sailed in the en­ gine department. He last shipped out in 1983. ANDERS 1. ELLINGSEN Pensioner Anders I. Ellingsen, 77, passed away April 16. Bom in Oslo, Norway, he joined the SIU in 1951 in the port of New York. Brother Ellingsen shipped in the engine department before he started drawing his pension in June 1974. CARL FABIAN Pensioner Carl Fabian, 80, died Febmary 14. A native of the Philippines, he joined the Ma­ rine Cooks and Stewards in 1938. Brother Fabian retired in January 1971 before the union merged with the AGLIWD. CARLG.FLODIN Pensioner Carl G. Flodin, 76, passed away Febmary 18. He joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1936. Brother Flodin began Collecting his pension in April 1971 before the MCS merged with the AGLIWD. AUDLEY FOSTER WALTER CHIPMAN Walter Chipman, 56, passed away March 12. The native Texan joined the Seafarers in 1961 in the port of Detroit. He last shipped in 1974 in the deck de­ partment. GEORGE H. COLAR Pensioner George H. Colar, 66, died April 1. Bom in Louisi­ ana, he joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New Orleans. The galley gang mem­ ber started receiving his pen­ sion in December 1982. JOHN W. DeVAUX Pensioner JohnW. DeVaux, 76, passed away March 18. The Maryland mm ! Audley Foster, 72, passed away in a Tampa, Fla. hospi­ tal Febm­ ary 16. A native of the Cayman Islands, he joined the Seafarers in 1947 in New York. Brother Foster shipped in the deck department. ROBERT INADA Pensioner Robert Inada, 79, succumbed to lung cancer March 14. The native of Ha­ waii joined the SIU in 1955 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Inada sailed in the gal­ ley gang. He retired in Febm­ ary 1973. n MELYIN JOHN KEEFER Melvin John Keefer,62, died April 1. of a mas­ sive heart attack while on watch on a Sea-Land ship. Bom in Illinois, he joined the union in 1944 in the port of New York. Brother Keefer be­ came a recertified bosun in 1979 at the Lundeberg School. JAMES LAWRENCE James Law­ rence, 48, passed away April 14. The Loui­ siana na- ERNESTO MOLINARI Pensioner Emesto Molinari, 89, passed away April 6. The native of Italy joined the Ma­ rine Cooks and Stewards in 1957. Brother Molinari began collecting his pension in De­ cember 1970, before the MCS merged with the AGLIWD. joined the Seafarers in June 1964 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. Brother Lawrence sailed in the engine department and last shipped in 1983. EDWARD MORRIS JR. Pensioner Edward Morris Jr., 65, died Feb­ mary 1. Bom in Alabama, he joined the union in 1944 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Morris graduated from bosun recertifi­ cation training in November 1973 at the Lundeberg School. He retired from the deck depart­ ment in March 1987. ALFRED LOPEZ SR. Pensioner Alfred Lopez Sr., 79, died in a Long Beach, Calif, hos­ pital April 2. A native of the Philip­ pines, he joined the SIU in June 1944. Brother Lopez shipped in the deck depart­ ment. He retired in 1980. He was buried in Forest Lawn Sunnyside Memorial Park in Long Beach. His wife, Emma, and two children survive him. ROGUE R. MACARAEG Pensioner Rogue R. Macaraeg, 70, passed away April 17. Bom in the Philippines, he joined the union in 1945 in-the port of New York. Brother Macaraeg graduated from stew­ ard recertification training in July 1980 at the Lundeberg School. He started collecting his pension in November 1983. THOMAS MALDONADO Pensioner Thomas Maldonado, 81, died April 2. The Puerto Rico native joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1945. He started receiving his pen­ sion in August 1972 before the union merged with the AGLIWD. STANTON B. MARSHALL Pensioner Stanton B. Mar­ shall, 77, suffered a fatal heart attack April 9. A native of Connecticut, he joined the Seafarers in 1943 in the port of Boston. He shipped in the en­ gine department. Brother Mar­ shall began collecting his pension in April 1979. ELBERTOJ.MATOS Pensioner Elberto J. Matos, 90, passed away as a result of a heart attack March 20. Bom in Puerto Rico, he joined the Ma­ rine Cooks and Stewards in 1924. Brother Matos retired in April 1966 before the union merged with the AGLIWD. FRANKLIN MILLER Pensioner Franklin Miller, 80, died April 16. He was bom in Califomia and joined the SIU in July 1962. Brother Miller sailed in the black-gang. He started drawing his pension in January 1980. HAZEL F. MORRIS JR. Pensioner Hazel F. Morris Jr., 64, passed away due to heart, failure March 30. A native of North Carolina, he joined the Seafarers in 1956 in the ^rt of New Orleans. Brother Morris shipped in the deck department before he started collecting his pension in May 1990. His remains were scattered in the Pacific Ocean off Marin County, Calif. He is survived by his wife, Otelia. VICTOR M. PEREZ Pensioner Victor M. Perez, 62, died as a result of heart fail­ ure March 10. A na­ tive of Salinas, P.R., he joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New York. He sailed in the steward department before he began receiving his pension in June 1977. THOMAS REDMON Pensioner Thomas Redmon, 66, suf­ fered a fatal heart attack March 22. The Pennsylvania native joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1953 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. He retired in May 1989 after the union merged with the AGLIWD. FRANCISCO RODRIGUEZ Pensioner Francisco Rodriguez, 87, passed away February 8. The native of Spain joined the SIU in 1940 in the port of Miami. Brother Rodriguez shipped in the gal­ ley gang. He began receiving his pension in April 1968. Continued on page 30 • 3 -.' •T' .. a*' "H ;»f. I 'A '•''"'v ' -.a Cj I �•ygy ., ••. ; - ; . ii?- : ,^- -^:•••:-:'" StAFJUteHS 106 30 Final Departures 5: .-P ••'i.;: • • 'W. • • •, f Continuedfrom page 29 HECTOR RODRIGUEZ Hector Rodriguez, 37, was fatally in­ jured when he was crushed by an au­ tomobile March 3. He was bom in Utuado, P.R. and gradu­ ated from the Lundeberg School in 1972. He last sailed in 1974 in the steward depart­ ment. WALTER R. STEWART Pensioner Walter R. Stewart, 64, died April 3. The New York native joined the union in June 1962 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Stewart sailed in the steward depart­ ment before he retired in De­ cember 1985. My W-: •W^ CHARLES G.SWAIN Pensioner Charles G. Swain, 75, suc­ cumbed to lung cancer April 3. A native of Brunswick, N.C., he joined the Seafarers June 1944 in the port of Philadelphia. The deck veteran started drawing his pen­ sion in Novetnber 1977. Brother Swain was buried in . Oaknoll Memorial Gardens in Rome, Ga. His wife, Pauline, survives him. i|:-. i0!;;; •I"'/" •(•lyr- !iii. Mr ife; Lfer''; W'' "Y' ' 0> • ROBERT L. TUTTLE Robert L. Tuttle, 58, died of cancer March 15. He was bom in Vir­ ginia and joined the SIU in 1971 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Brother Tuttle shipped in the deck de­ partment. He was an active member at the time of his death. JAMES E. WATLER Pensioner James E. Watler, 69, passed away in a Blacksburg, Va. hospital March 3. A native of Grand Caymen Island, British West Indies, he joined the union in 1947 in New Orleans. Brother Watler shipped in the deck de­ partment. He was buried in For­ rest Park Cemeteiy in Houston. He is survived by his wife, Florence. GEORGE L. ZINTZJR. George L. Zintz Jr., 58, died April 9 aboard the OMI Mis­ souri. He joined the Seafarers in 1958 in his native New Or­ . ' ;. leans. Brother Zintz shipped in the deck department. INLAND CECIL T.GWYNN Pensioner Cecil T. Gwynn, 79, passed away March 31. The Virginia native joined the SIU in April 1961 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He sailed as a mate. Boatman Gwynn retired in July 1965. PAUL JENKINS SR. Pensioner Paul Jenkins Sr., 80, died March 24. Bom in Huntsville, Texas, he joined the union in August 1963 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. Boatman Jenkins sailed as a tugboat captain. He started col­ lecting his pension in March 1975. WADE S. ROUGHTON Wade S. Roughton, 61, passed away January 3. The native of Camden, N.C. joined the Sea­ farers in December 1960. He sailed as a tugboat master. Boatman Roughton last sailed in 1978. JOHN G. ZELLER SR. Pensioner John G. Zeller Sr., 71, died as a result of cardio­ vascular disease April 30. He joined the SIU in 1954 in his native Baltimore. Boatman Zeller served in the Army froin 1939 to 1945. He began receiv­ ing his pension in May 1984. STANLEY ZIELINSKI Pensioner Stanley Zielinski, 80, passed away April 17. After serving in the Coast Guard from 1929 to 1934, he joined the union in December 1956 in his native Baltimore. He worked onshore as a ma­ chinist. Boatman Zielinski re­ tired in May 1980. GREAT LAKES LAWRENCE LaMYOTTE Pensioner Lawrence LaMyptte, 79, died as a result of heaiT^dis-, dase January 6. The Michigan native joined the Seafarers in 1961. Brother LaMyotte sailed in the engine department. He retired in September 1976. NORBERT WIECHECKI Pensioner Norbert Wiechecki, 63, died April i. Bom in Michi­ gan, he joined the SIU in 1961. Brother Wiechecki worked as a line­ man for Great Lakes Towing before he started collecting his pension in Januaty 1990. ATLANTIC FISHERMEN PAUL GIACALONE Pensioner Paul Giacalone, 92, passed away Febraary 15. The na­ tive of Sicily was one of the first mem­ bers of the Atlantic Rshermen's Union. Brotho* Giacalone sailed as a deckhand and mate aboard fishing vessels imtil his retire­ ment in 1%7, before die union ineiged with the AGUWD. He was buried in Calvary Cwneteiy in Gloucester, Mass. He is sur­ vived by wife, Esther, and son, Paul. RAILROAD MARINE ADOLPHUS MORGAN Pensioner Adolphus Morgan, 83, died April 15. He was bom in Newport News, Va. and joined the Seafarers in July 1959 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. He worked as both an captain and engineer for the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway. Brother Morgan started collect­ ing his pension in April 1964. JAMES C. MULVEY Pensioner James C. Mulvey, 79, passed away April 9. He joined the SIU in July 1960 in his native New York City. Brother Mulvey shipped as a deckhand for the Bush Terminal Railroad until he retired in March 1962. Personals CORNELL MICHAEL ANDREWS Please contact Elizabetfi Fabio at 3271 St Ferdi­ nand, Apt 211, New Or­ leans, La. 70126; telephone (504) 947-7230. BOSUN CHARLES FAIRCLOTH Please contact Melinda Christie Thornton at University of Missis­ sippi, P.O. Box 8491, Hattiesburg, Miss. 39406; telephone (601) 266-2735. Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makesspecific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution re­ quires a detailed audit by Certi­ fied Public Accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secre­ tary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the mem­ bership, makes examination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trust­ ees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclu­ sively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Mem­ bers should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and avail­ able in all Union halls. If mem­ bers believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper ad­ dress for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as re­ ferred to are available to mem­ bers at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts spec­ ify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member woiks and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member be­ lieves that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to pro­ tect their contractual rights prop­ erly, they should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY— THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political pur­ poses of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishingar­ ticles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective member­ ship. This established jmlicy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Sea­ farers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union re­ ceipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any mem­ ber pay any money for any rea­ son unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone at­ tempts to require any such pay­ ment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is re­ quired to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such pay­ ment, this should immediately be reported to Union headquar­ ters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGA­ TIONS. Copies of the SIU con­ stitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to de­ prive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any meth­ ods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify head­ quarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All mem­ bers are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU,. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU con­ stitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Conse­ quently, no member may be dis­ criminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and na­ tional or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is de­ nied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION— SPAD. SPAD is a separate seg­ regated fund. Its proceeds are used, to further its objects and purposes including, but not limr ited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preserva­ tion and furthering of the Amer­ ican Merchant Marine with improved employment opportu­ nities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD sup­ ports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may besolicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial repri­ sal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investiga­ tion and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A mem­ ber should support SPAD to pro­ tect and further his economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitu­ tional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. . �•••-. •'.. > -v^; ^ : '^"• ' ••!' f> "-f ;.'-. • ; '''iv' ••^' 'A '' ' A • ".-i.' ,• .A- , ,A,' A' •' VA -••,.•-•<.>• I"'-:) " A '••;•&•'* /"'-'"'V -V' . : ••? ,,'• A .•'••!<.•»!.., I • r'y ' r' ,)• ,: ir ,t ij'j.i !, >'.A>;AA- ' A j' ' 1. . 7 •• '' •' •<• '•'' ' ' ' '•' "' Y' \ ''' }Y ' r-i VJ -f!'^ y-y'-yy-.r , J-... V-'"' A •' /r'rS: JJ ri'. .-J. i ' r^' . ' '^'Y'Y^<• '' A, •• '• ' . i' •• i-.r I'.y.t -•? •' 1."'.; • -<;•(••:' ,J-JVI ;A -;:. .^/-A •'•AA A -') .A -'.^> v... sr- ".f ;A « v~' • r'. 'i'A A'AAA' i •'••-'• '• ir- - ••'V' \ A "}/[ •-9j: :f:ti. • -•: A A: A,;,; ;A,, . '•-•A, .;;: ,A; .;:' Mumum ^RSlSaUDUU The following is the current course schedule for July-November 1991 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. All programs are geared to improve job skills pfSlU members and to promote the American maritime industry. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's needs as well as the national emergency mobilization in the Persian Gulf. Oil Spill Course Check-In Cemidetkm ;Date^ AugiBt5 August9 y September 16 S«^^ • October 28A\y'A; yNovemlterL-^^ Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must be taken. lOourse" OU SpUl Prevention & Containment (1 week) • A.;. Y:' IhtkVpgmdiiijfG^ Check^Iu Date Course Able Sefmuttt J f Completion 'Date •; August 16 October II ;' • • Slumu^ . September 2 October 28 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sepltft Operations and Maintenance course. Lifeboiitman Julys •.vv.;Jiily:19:A^AJuly 22 August 2 August 16 August 5 August 19 ::;::A:;;^gUSt.30^' September 2 September 13 September 16 Steteinber 27 September 30 October II (. ' ?t> i October 25 October 14 November 8 October 28 November 22 November II November 25 December 6 Ship Handling August 19 August 30 September 30 October II November 8 October 28 July 12 Radar Observer Hulinrited July 8 Sei^mber 2 September 6 October 21 November 8 September 30 Inland Deck Licens^ December 6 July 15 August 2 Celestial Navigation Third Mate September 2 DM»mberT3 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Tanfcerman August 19 September 13 November II December 6 la ' Courses Cbecfc'Itt Completion "Course:'' • A'Date ••Date : Asidstant Cook, Cook and Baker, AH open-ended (contact admismms Chief Cook, Chitf Steward oliice for smarting dates) Upon completion, idt students wilt take d Seal0 Familiarization class. •0 Cnpiiie Upgruiing Courses Check-In Complefion • A ••Date.'"' Dme'. September 30 December JD • September 2 Qctemerll Novem)^ December 28 All students must takd me Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class. Pun^oom Maintenance Sl^tember 30 November 8 Course QMED-Any Rating flranan^PM«rtm^ iteatee Bleiteical Matatenaa^ Augusts ; •' '4 September 27 December 6 October 14 Maintenance & Operations Marine Electronics Technician Basic Electrmiics August 19 September 27 December 20 September 30 September 20 August 26 Octedier 25 September 30 August 29 Hydraulics August 5 July 8 Refri^rated Containers Mainteimifce August 2 Welding September 30 October 25 De^ Sm/Inland Engineers October 7 December 13 December 13 Assistant Enginete* (Deep Sea & Inland) October 4 All students in the Engine Department will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. . ..:|v • •• SHIM Cdhge Pngnm Sdw^k hr 1991 FULL 8*week Sesfdons August 12 October 21 October 4 December 13 Course Hteh School Equivalency (GED) Adult Basic EducaBon (ABE) Ke(Xt0i^^Pngnms • ;Clieck-In Date September 30 Course Bosun Recertiflcation Completion Date November 4 UPGRADING APPUCATIOH Name. (Last) Date of Birth- (Middle) (First) Address- Mo./Day/Year (Street) (City) (State) Telephone! (Zip Code) " L (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. • Yes • No Completion Date September 13 December 6 September 13 December 6 September 13 October 18 December 6 September 6 With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. RATING DATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE I am interested in the following course(s) checked below or indicated here if not listed Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? If yes, which program: from • Yes GNo to Last grade of school completed DATE. Home Port. Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? • Yes • No If yes, course(s) taken Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? • Yes GNo If yes, how many weeks have you completed? Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement? G Yes G No Firefighting: G Yes G No CPR: G Yes G No Date available for training Primary language spoken — ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course SIGNATURE. Department. ^ U.S. Citizen: Englisb as a Second Lan^iage (ESL) Check-In Date July 29 October 28 July 29 October 28 July 29 September 29 October 28 August 12 Book #1. Social Security #_ Seniority •'•3a;v 1991 MuH Uua^eii SdieiMe DECK • AB/Sealift • 1st Class Pilot • Third Mate • Radar Observer Unlimited • Master Inspected Towing Vessel n Towboat Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course ENGINE • FOWT • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) • Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation Q Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems • Automation • Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding • Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) • High School Equivalency Program (GED) • Developmental Studies (DVS) • English as a Second Language (ESL) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility • Cook and Baker • Chief Cook • Chief Steward n Towboat Inland Cook COLLEGE PR6GRAM • Associates in Arts Degree • Certificate Programs No troBipoTlaliaa will be paid naicsi yaw pfeicol origiaal rectlpls awd twcccaMly rnwipliti the caone. — .—- RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO. Scafaim Hairy Lundebai Upgradu* Cemer. Piaey Poinl. MD. 20674 6/91 " �^jdeaeweeeSfcTiidi ".' «s:: . li',,•• • - ; -.", • SXABtMtEMCS ; '-'T; .. . ..^^r'::'i^--cr. .' y.y. •* y r,"' •• iliVi":- . . :• Volume 53, Number 6 June 1991 All active Seafarers as well as retired members are Invited. Families are welcome. See page 13 for dates of conferences. SlU-Crewed Hospital Ship Comes Home :4 t' ';i» :,'V! S'i'HteSi/" • .^r f'^yi;i•^';-•• L•-^•.•;•- My:-;h,: • - • Ii ' Attend the SlU Benefits Conferences .. • • •. • •?«»»• •.fr-IV'-U^-"- •• .'V/ • •• • ...„ yt ' 'myr- ^ The USNS Mercy, a Navy hos­ pital ship crewed by members of the SIU's Government Services Division, returned to its home base April 23 after eight months in the Persian Gulf. Fide! H. Torres, an electronics technician aboard the Mercy, summarized the feelings of the SIU crewmembers aboard, "The experience of serving on the USNS Mercy was rewarding while we were in the Persian Gulf, but eight months is a long time to be away from your family," the Honolulu resident said. A crowd estimated at more than 2,000 welcomed the white hospital ship to the Oakland Naval Supply Center. Torres, who has sailed seven years with the Military Sealift Command-Pacific Fleet (MSCPAC), looked out at the re­ ception and remarked, "The homecoming we received was very touching. The San Francisco Bay area really made us feel wel­ come." Among those on the dock to greet the returning mariners were SIU Representative Raleigh Minix and a delegation of fellow Seafar­ ers from the San Francisco union hall. "There were so many people there greeting and hugging each other that we had a hard time finding our own members to let them know where we were," Mi­ nix recalled. \ As the 894-foot converted tanker sailed under the Golden Gate Bridge, it was met by an armada of small boats, sprayed by fireboats, sprinkled with yellow rib­ bons and flowers and saluted by cannon fire from the Army's Pres­ idio and Navy's Treasure Island bases. While in the gulf in support of operations Desert Shield and Des­ ert Storm, the Mercy examined - SIU Government Services Represen­ tative Raleigh Minix assists visitors at a tabie manned by union members during the Mercy's welcome home celebration. ' > «sS i r: Civilian crewmembers from the USNS Mercy pose on the hospital ship's bridge with certificates of participation in Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm presented by Captain R. W. Addicott (far left), commander of the Military Seaiift Command-Pacific, and Master Nate Smith (far right). The SIU's Government Services Division supplies the unlicensed members of the Mercy's crew. and treated more than 6,()00 men and woipen including the 21 Amer­ ican military personnel who were taken prisoner of war by the Ira­ qis. Although the Navy medical crew aboard was prepared for up to 500 casualties daily, the totals never approached that figure when fighting began. The medics did handle approximately 300 surgical cases and admitted 650 patients. Captain Ray Addison, MSCPAC commander, addressed the crew after the vessel had docked. "Your welcome home (is) representative of something we wish .we could have done for all of the MSCPAC ships that served in the gulf," Addison noted. "We are recog­ nizing Mercy and her civilian crew tonight but we'll always remember the efforts of our other ships as well. You all performed your mis­ sion very well and the recognition you've received has been well earned." During the war effort, the Mercy was crewed by some 70 SIU Gov­ ernment Services Division mem­ bers in its complement of 1,200 medical and maritime personnel. It has returned to inactive status with a skeleton crew of 68 mari­ ners and ofRcers aboard. If needed, the Mercy can be activated in five days. SIU Mercy Crew SIU Government Services Di­ vision members who served aboard the USNS Mercy during the Per­ sian Gulf conflict included from the deck department Bosun Her­ man Kaulapali; Carpenter Alfred Rathbone; ABs J. C. Hudson, Laurence Perkins, Samuel Barton, Douglas McGehee and Bartolome Soils. Other deck department mem- bers were ABs James Ferry, Sam­ uel Wilson, David Paulson and R. Wright; ABs Maintenance Mi­ chael Johnson, A. Brandenburg, Scott Lucey, Mark Alford, Danny Sennec, Daniel Davidson and Ralph Whalen; OSs Freddie Fields, Rob­ ert Thomas, M. Walker, G. Bodestyne and Charles Preston. SIU government service divi­ sion members serving in the en­ gine department were Chief Elec­ tricians Eugene Grassman, Warren Weappa and Walter Fujii; Refrig­ erator Engineer Luis Torres; Deck Engineer Machinists William Mil­ ton, Steven Johnson and Walter Waters. Mercy Unlicensed Junior En­ gineers were William Donchig, Gustavo Flores, Glenncoie Ingram, Arthur Roberson, A. Franklin, Richard Kunkel, Margaret Eckert, Alan Petitiils, Karl MUler, Keith Pierce, R. Spepcer, Chris Moore, Elton Harvey and Steven Layn. Other black-gang members in­ cluded Electronic Technician Fi­ del Torres; Second Electricians Joseph Misplay, David Courtney and F. Hudson; Second Refriger­ ator Engineers D. Mallette and Kevin Krough; Engine Utilities Thurman Lecompte and M. Villaflor; Oilers J. Tovmsend, Carl Rush, C. Coleman, Gregory Gray, Rich­ ard Lajoie and James Raney; and Wipers Edrick Witherspoon, James Spicer and Henry White. Those who served in the galley gang were Chief Stewards Felimon Diaz and Aaron Smith; Chief Cook Marcelo Caderao; Second Cook/ Baker Dennis Rumble; Assistant Cooks Simie Dollano and Nestor Trinidad. Serving as Steward Utilities were Ponce Sinlao, Dante Magat, Alex­ ander Hog, Pete Barabad, Fer­ nando Gerales, 1. Romualdo, Cezar Guzman, F. Tayco, Emmanuel Marbello and Robert Taylor. Alex­ ander Stamatelaky sailed as Yeo­ man/Storekeeper. Help Locate 15-Year Old Duiliam Seafarers have been asked by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children to assist in locating Andrea Durham, a 15year-old from Walton Beach, Fl. The Center believes the 110pound, 5-foot, 3-inch blonde is an endangered runaway. Durham was last seen at 7:30 p.m. on February 2, 1990. Any individual with information about Durham should contact the Center at 1(800)843-5678. Another number to call regarding this case is the Okaloosa County sheriff's office, missing persons unit at 1(904)651-2611. 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Title A name given to the resource June 1991 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES SIU ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS MILITARY VERDICT: U.S. SHIPS KEY TO DEFENSE SEAFARERS, PENSIONERS, FAMILIES TAKE PART IN FIRST BENEFITS TALKS HEAVY GULF SHIP SUPPLY LINE GOES IN REVERSE MERCHANT MARINE ASSISTS IN RELIEF EFFORTS FOR KURDS, BANGLADESHIS CHECK OF NATIONAL DRIVER REGISTER, 5-YEAR RENEWAL AND FEES ARE AMONG THE COAST GUARD’S PLANS FOR SEAMEN’S DOCUMENTS CONGRESS GRANTS FAST TRACK SCHEDULE FOR TRADE TALKS WITH MEXICO, GATT MSC CHIEF INSPECTS SCHOOL, CITES SEAFARERS SEAFARERS ACCLAIMED FOR ROLE IN DESERT SHIELD/STORM BALTIMORE SIU CLINIC MOVES TO UNIVERSITY CENTER TWELVE SEAFARER BOSUNS ARE RECERTIFIED U.S. NAVY’S SIXTH FLEET LAUDS CAPE ANN CREW FOR ‘SUPERB JOB’ SEAFARERS SALUTED ON MARITIME DAY MILITARY CALLS FOR MORE SEALIFT CAPACITY CAPE MENDOCINO CREW REFLECTS ON BEING IN GULF AT WAR START MASTER, INSPECTORS HAIL WORK OF SEAFARERS ABOARD SILAS BENT SERVING IN THE U.S. WAR IS SCHWALL TRADITION AFTER ACTION-PACKED GULF TOUR, BOSUN IS ANXIOUS TO RETURN MISSILE ALERT MEANS ‘TENSE’ MOMENTS FOR USNS BELLATRIX CREW JACOBSEN CAPTURES GULF WAR ON FILM WITH SEAFARERS IN THE SAN JUAN HALL SIU-CREWED ULTRAMAR PASSES INSPECTION EN ROUTE TO HAIFA SIU-CREWED HOSPITAL SHIP COMES HOME Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 06/01/1991 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 53, No. 6 1991 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/b1144f866c2e2d59fd734a58d5317bb6.PDF 4a4493599207759d004dedbe9368c357 PDF Text Text .;-:.:f-;;;f^c.:.^Vr5^ -V-;::::;-" •' -> •;K' '• y' • :"• • r4'|fV ^•'•' ' ^ " -^• , \*' " • J'JV 5/-f« ^ - mitmrnx SEAIAKEMaS ^ -a,., , , . • ,^. ^:%:m !' . •'•• .• ; • •• "i' ,. 'I Volume 53, Number 7 July 1991 FOREKN UNIONS FKHT FUOGING OUT SCHEME Page 3 ^Jr': -••- 'f • "i - i> • V' 5: J- . •? ... '• I'.. •>.t •• •"•'4 . ,••• : •'• I'i-• •- '" , 4 • • :A-. • v|v'; •; p • " f- • • • ill-: •5:3- •:• :?'4}> ' t "WP •• . .. .J.. , _ ....^ I, _ -. - -.! •-ft • " K:'.- fe->i 'J; ' TM iifc Ir-'V' • • m- • 'iy:'". -.M' • -. ji ft'M; • ' .1 • :• . • •• ;•.. .ft. ••-: 'v.... ••: •l..i: ft#' if. .ft f •• ••••:•'? •' a •:4 ft. fr.i •i:i' '.•;.- ft. --•= iI t 'y <\ •• • "1 • tr-ft : I B-: J: !•' iftft •! B:! I::! llftl •41 Mr: I ft)-,"I •4!^ :."i. I; :.,t ft I -• ••; . ?• In Which They Served Seafarers who manned merchant ships in the Persian Gulf operation draw applause as they march in Washington, D.C.'s National Victory Parade. Page 5. t i-r 5..;/ >"-«':ift>v-y -szsaa TU:?'* x ;i • ;" 'S:'-d. �, J* SMMKMlOe President's Report The Jones Act Nothing ever changes. From the moment the Jones Act went into effect as part of the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, enemies of the American merchant marine have sought to wipe out or weaken this nation's cabotage laws. These'fights continue up until this very moment. V'U* •-••>>i;'--.:, , \'> V- •'•.• r- •^' .•i\ • . - 7 -. •,'- ••'•• I The runaway-flag operator from the U.S. and his international coun­ terpart, which constitute a well organized and highly financed force, are constantly sniping at the Jones Act, which provides for waterbome transportation in the coastwise, inter-coastal and non­ contiguous trades to be conducted on ships built in the United States and manned by American citizens. Re­ cently there has been evidence the runaway operator and international shipping interests are not going to be shy about their attempts to annihilate America's do­ mestic shipping industry. In fact, if recent attacks on the Jones Act in the press indicate which way the wind is blowing, it appears we can expect several full frontal Michael Sacco assaults on American cabotage laws. Consequently, we have to maintain our vigilance because this law is the backbone of American shipping, preventing the wholesale invasion of our domestic trades by foreign-owned vessels crewed by foreign workers. •'^y • Those of us who make up the American maritime indust^ never can relax. A single lax moment on our part means an opportunity for those forces we struggle against which would destroy not only a U.S.-flag shipping capability but also the jobs in which we seamen make our living. v;.'-:.- In light of evidence of growing international clamor against the Jones Act, all of the seamen's movement have to coalesce, in full force and effect, exercising our individual and collective strength. We certainly don't propose to allow our enemies an opportunity to win by picking us apart, or having our position weakened by isolation. Among the indications of increasing assaults on American cabotage laws are articles appearing on the pages of an international shipping magazine and the British publication, the Economist. After labeling the Jones Act as an "ineffective and expensive" bit of protectionism, the Economist (March 23, 1991 edition) threw out the notion that "aircraft, rather than ships, are often more crucial for today's armed forces." The massive sealift necessary to supply the multi-national coalition of forces in the recent Persian Gulf engagement seems to have escaped the Econ­ omist's attention. I:': Runaway Owners Look to Trade Pact Talks •v.- • V,-' .- J-. Trade Winds International Shipping Gazette (June 7, 1991 edition) su^ests that no American "legislator or administration has anything political to gain from a crusade against the Act." The publication pro­ poses, "Therefore, pressure to remove it must come from outside, and there are some golden opportunities ahead." The article, which is enti­ tled "Abolish the Jones Act," looks to the upcoming talks for a North American Free Trade Agreement and the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade negotiations as a big chance to torpedo American cabotage laws. •'••• -i • • -•••• ^ .v.: "Xm •M: .t-" .,•• r J" V. A'j? I'X' ' '-I:- •; '* Flag-of-convenience ships currently sail the high seas unencumbered by tax laws or rigorous safety and inspection rules and manned by workers from impoverished nations willing to accept just a few bucks for pay. These same runaway shipowners—both American and those of other traditional maritime nations—are panting over the possibility of getting into the Jones Act trade. The International Ship Registry Review (Vol. 4, No. 5; May 1991), a newsletter catering to the flag-of-conven­ ience operator, advises its constituency that the U.S./Mexico trade talks could be a bonanza for foreign interests desiring to get into the domestic marine transit trade. The publication notes, "One consequence of the trade pact could well be the opening up of U.S. cabotage trade to foreign flag vessels bareboated into Mexico." The SIU and the American maritime industry have been successful up to now in keeping shipping out of the trade pact negotiations in which our government is participating. The U.S. government has been inter­ ested in putting waterbome transit on the trade talk agenda so it can swap the various programs aimed at maintaining a U.S.-flag shipping capability in return for something it wants in behalf of other industries. If it were not for our efforts and the rest of the industry supporting our views, maybe the Jones Act would have been dealt a very severe blow already. So we know what we have to do. We must stay alert and keep on working and make certain we never drop our guard. Anti-Scab Bill Vote Hears The House of Representatives is expected to debate and vote on legislation to outlaw the use of socalled permanent replacement workers—known as "scabs" to trade unionists—when the elected officials retum to Washington fol­ lowing the July 4th recess. The SIU is working with the AFL-CIO, the national federation of trade unionists, to urge mem­ bers of Congress to support the Workplace Fairness Bill protect­ ing the jobs of workers who have exercised their legal right to strike. Already 210 members of the House have signed their names as cosponsors of the legislation, known as H.R. 5 and introduced by Congressman William Clay (DMo.). That figure represents al­ most half the membership of the House of Representatives. In the Senate, which is expected to take up the bill—S. 55—^in the fall, 31 legislators are cosponsoring the bill introduced by Howard Metzenbaum (D-Ohio). Following a communication from SIU President Michael Sacco urg­ ing Seafarers and their families to contact their congressional rep­ resentatives and senators to ask for support for the bills, thousands of postcards and letters have been sent by SIU members. Additional postcards asking the legislators to support the bills are available in SIU halls for members to fill out and send. The bills, which would make it illegal for an employer to replace a worker who had been on strike with an individual who had been a scab during the beef, have met with vigorous opposition from cer­ tain sectors of the business com­ munity. H.R. 5 already has cleared three House committees on its way to this month's deliberation by the members. The Senate version was marked up by the Labor and Hu­ man Resources Committee last month, the first of several com­ mittees that will consider the leg­ islation. 'Buy, Ship American' Pmnsion Unked te House Cash AM Bill The House of Representatives has passed a foreign aid bill with an amendment requiring those na­ tions that receive cash from the U.S. government to spend half of the funds on American goods and transport them on U.S-flag ships. The Senate already is consid­ ering its own foreign aid bill in addition to one being forwarded by the House. The Senate Foreign Relations Committee has ap­ proved an amendment setting the amount of cash aid—actual dollars sent to a nation—to be spent on U.S. goods and transportation at 30 percent. As the House was considering the foreign aid package last month, a debate erupted on the floor when Representative Doug Bereuter (RNeb.) tried to kill the amendment offered by Representative Robert Torricelli (D-N.J.) to force those nations receiving cash aid to spend 50 percent ofit on U.S. goods and services. The debate turned into a fight over the use of U.S.-flag shipping. Numerous House members from both political parties rallied to the Volume 53, Number 7 defense of the U.S. merchant ma­ rine to help defeat Bereuter's at­ tack 175 to 246. Torricelli noted, "A great na­ tion cannot be without maritime power, and a great nation cannot continue to be blind to the fact that it cannot provide cash around the world without at least asking that half ofit be spent in the United States." Speaking out in favor of a socalled buy American/ship Ameri­ can provision were Representa­ tives Les'AuCoin (D-Ore.), Helen Bentley (R-Md.), Eliot L. Engel (D-N.Y.), Tom Lantos (D-Calif.), Norman F. Lent (R-N.Y.), Ronald K. Machtley (R-R.L), Nancy Pelosi (D-Calijf.), Larry Smith (DFla.) and Gerald B. Solomon (RN.Y.). Should the Senate pass a foreign aid bill, a conference committee will resolve differences between that and the House version and submit the compromise legisla­ tion to both chambers of Congress for approval. The package would then be sent to the president for his signature or rejection. July 1991 The Seafarers LOG aSSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Telephone (301) 8990675. Second-class postage paid at MSC Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith', Assistant Editor, Daniel Duncan; Associate Editors, Jordan Biscardo and Max Hall; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene; Art Director, Bill Brower. �Ci^3Etfi£ili= MY mi S•>,ji;:s •••''i?;v• Flagging Out Runs Into Trouble •;V !'- ^5'#: MarAd Official Tips Mitt, Seamen's Unions Suggests Second Registry Fighting Back In a complete reversal of the traditional American shipping advocacy role of the Maritime Administration, the agency's chief suggested to Congress consideration of a second registry for the United States. The bizarre proposal The crewing practices of of circumstances concern­ '(£M •,-' v.V-?'t?.y 'Mii:-' - ••ir touched off vigorous ques­ tioning by House Merchant Marine Subcommittee Chairman Walter Jones (DN.C.) and ranking Repub­ lican Helen Bentley (R-Md.) who challenged the Mari­ time Administrator to state precisely what he meant. Under the panel mem­ bers' strong questioning as to the precise plans for manning second registry vessels. Captain Warren Leback glossed over the details, claiming lack of knowledge in this area. Ad­ ditionally, although he was fuHy versed in the tax ben­ efits accruing the shi­ powner under the Norwe­ gian second registry scheme, he indicated' sketchy knowledge of the manning aspect. second registries generally give the shipowner an op­ portunity to hire crewmembers from anywhere in the world. Norway's second regis­ try claims the master of any of its ships has to be Nor­ wegian. However, it is widely known in shipping circles that exemptions to this minimal crewing level are granted liberally and most NIS vessels sail with­ out a single Norwegian crewmember. In his prepared testi­ mony submitted to the House panel, which was considering the matter of operating differential sub­ sidies for U.S.-flag liner companies, the administra­ tor painted a dismal picture ing the future of the Amer­ ican merchant marine, and he called for a debate on what should be done. Once again his testimony showed that the executive branch of government is not going to take any role in promoting the American merchant marine. Second registries are de­ vices which allow ship owners to dress up their vessels with the symbolic flag of a tradition^ mari­ time power—such as Nor­ way, Denmark or Ger­ many. Meanwhile, the registry offers all the socalled benefits of a runaway operation—^tax evasion schemes, the ability to man ships with third-world crews and less stringent safety and inspection procedures. Jones, Bentley Challenge Leback on Second Registry ':;.U^:::y'- mm. "•'•v •' '••,-• - -• ir- Maritime Administrator Leback's suggestion that a second registry be considered for American-flag shipping drew sharp questions from House merchant marine panel Chairman Walter Jones (D-N.C.) and Representative Helen Delich Bentley (R-Md.). Here is the exchange between Jones, Bentley and Leback as transcribed by the LOG. Jones: Captain, you state that we should consider establishing a second registry which would allow for some foreign seamen to serve onboard these vessels, is the administration considering making such a legislative proposal and, if so, when will a decision be made on this type of recommendation? Further, what national security concems would the administration have concerning the establishment of a second registry? » Leback: The administration is not advocating a second registry at this point or in the near term or the future. We raise the question of the second registry because that is prevalent throughout the world at this time, it is being recognized as a subject for debate in this country. The mayor seafaring countries of the world—such as Nonvay, Sweden, Denmark, West Germany and the United Kingdom—have or are looking at second registries as compared to open registries. Second registries give those countries the ability to control their fleets using different manning skills, different tax levies, different operating criteria. The administration has no position on a secOiid registry, it has merely stated that it should be an issue to be looked at. • Bentley: But Captain Leback, I am curious as to what is a second registry? Does this mean that the U.S. flag will be on the American ships under second registry? Or is it the Pan-HonLib combination or what? And what kind of seamen are we going to have on there? Leback: As I stated earlier, Mrs. Bentley, this is a trend in the world. Bentley: i know, but what... LelMCk: We have no position as to what it would be under U.S. laws, a second registry. Bentley: Well, what does second registry mean in Norway, Denmark, these places you have described? Leback: Okay. In Nonvay, it is the NiS registry. The Nonvegian international Ship Registry provides for the Nonwegian flag to be on the stem of the ve^el, certain manning requirements and, very importantly, tax benefits that they do not accrue under the regular Nonwegian registry, i think somewhere last year there was a very pressing question in Norway with the Norwegian government over the tax situation. Since last year the tax benefits that were accrued to Nonwegian owners under their NiS registry or their international registry amounted to over 800 million dollars U.S., which, translated into equity provides for the replacement of well over 100 vessels or 120 vessels under the Nonvegian flag. It is an issue that will be talked about, but the Administration has no position, no idea. It is there to say what is it and how is it working. Bentley: Well, Norwegian ships, are they all Norwegian crewmembers? Leback: No they are not. Bentley: What are they? LeiMck: I don't know, i would assume they are recognized, certified mariners from throughout the world. Normally, they would have a given number of Norwegian citizens. That number I have not looked at. it needs to be developed, it needs to be looked at. •V-.'r' Zim America's radio officer (center) leads the Israeli Sea Officers picket line in a 48-hour strike. She is flanked by George "Scotty" Ulrich (left), day business agent for iLWU Local 13 and SlU Patrolman George J. Tricker. •r The tendency on the part of traditional maritime powers to resort to flagging out — whether under a runaway scheme or a second registry charade — has begun to seafaring unions accused stir vigorous protest their government of con­ from affected foreign union seamen. Seafarers in Spain and Israel recently rolled up their sleeves and began a counter­ attack to kill any effort in those countries to abandon the national fleets and took steps to ensure that their members retain their jobs. As the LOG went to press, the Israeli Sea Offi­ cers Union (ISOU) an­ nounced that high-ranking officials of Zim Israel Nav­ igation Company, the sole enterprise to make up Is­ rael's merchant marine, were ready to meet at the negotiation table to address the issue of Israeli-owned vessels operating under flags-of-convenience. The agreement for talks came on the heels of a se­ ries of 48-hour demonstra­ tive strikes launched by ISOU members against Zim vessels docked in the Is­ raeli ports of Haifa, Ashdod and Eilat; Piraeus, Greece; Los Angeles and Port Eliz­ abeth, N.J. Just a few days prior to the ISOU's news of talks with Zim, Spanish seafarer unions announced a dra­ matic settlement of their dispute with the govern­ ment of Spain which had indicated its intention to flagout the public-financed fleet — a move that could affect the livelihoods of close to 5,000 mariners. As a result of the accord, the Spanish seamen ended a series of progressive strikes against the government's 10 ship­ ping companies. The government of Spain had announced its intention to abandon the national flag and look to runaway regis­ try options. The Spanish cocting a plan which would not resolve the public fleet's problems and would in­ stead make Spanish sea­ men foreigners on their own ships and ultimately force them out of work, filling their shipboard positions with third-world crewmem­ bers. In calling the strike, the Spanish seafarers—through the unions SLMM-CCOO and UGT-MM — noted the government and public shipping companies had de­ veloped a blueprint that had no other purpose than the "exploitation of the vessels with crews in conditions of modem slavery." The di­ rective blasted the plan to abandon the Spanish flag as "the most shameful deed to take place in the entire history of the merchant ma­ rine" of Spain. Talks to Start The Spanish seamen conducted 96-hour strikes against selective targets. The government and its shipping companies had agreed to talks before the Spanish unions had to im­ plement more drastic and extended job actions. The militant protest of the Spanish seafaring unions, which began June •12, resulted in an agree­ ment with the government and the chief executive of­ ficers of each of the public shipping companies. The flag-out move was stopped dead in its tracks, and a committee was established to fully review the causes contributing to the Operat­ ing deficits claimed by the companies. Continued on page IS /• V :: m . zzr. yfy �A.'A': '-V-*'' ~*1'' SaFARlRS 'v} .••' '. - \. ••': ' •'•'•'' •', 'vvx'/V- -'A' •;: ,:-v .;. ^ '-• .if' . • .;>A -A ' •'•y;: --Av ' I'A •-'S " K AA'^AyA.;|A'A-A: :••;•?'•.- AAii-'A • 1,1 a A"v; l^s^k.Kv' Hundreds of Seafarers, Retirees Review Benefits A "A,, ' _,: >-••/ %''r'-r IggjS-" -'vA • ••. • '"''A' Members, pensioners and their families travelled to the union halls in New York, St. Louis and Nor­ folk, Va. last month to ask ques­ tions and l^arn the latest information concerning the vari­ ous SIU benefits programs includ­ ing medical, pension and vacation. One pensioner making time to attend a meeting was Marion Par­ ker and his wife, Dorothy, of Williamsburg, Va. The couple drove one hour to the Seafarers benefits conference in Norfolk seeking an answer to a particular problem they were having with his Medicare claim. Brother Parker had been hospi­ talized, hut Medicare disqualifled the claim because the new repre­ sentatives for the federal insurance program in Virginia were confused about how to handle a claim in­ volving a Seafarer, See page 15 for more photos and dates of up­ coming conferences, ••'-,••. '••• Ai' • •• '•• •M • k ' A'A'''f'A' A A,''.AAA A •'v:'A^t AAAAAAA' :.;• ;:|AAA:;; : ;'A|AA Mrs. Parker, who had worked with employee insurance claims for the city of Williamsburg before she retired, asked for help from Seafarers Welfare Plan Adminis­ trator Nick Marrone, the plan's Ed­ ucation Director Leo Bonser and Port Agent Mike Paladino. Before the conference was over, the trio had resolved the problem with the local Medicare office, and the hos­ pital was assured its payment would he coming soon. Speaking of the benefits confer­ ences, "I thought it was a good idea to do this," Mrs. Parker told a re­ porter for the Seafarers LOG. "It lets people find out what is going on. Pensioner Alfredo Rios, his wife, Rebecca, and daughter, Raquel, attended the conference in New York to report about the ex­ cellent care Brother Rios received at Methodist Hospital when he re­ ceived a pacemaker. "The staff worked hard to make sure my family was comfortable and understood what was happen­ ing," Rios said. Representatives from Method­ ist Hospital were on hand at the New York gathering to answer questions from the members and their families as well as provide medical screenings. Methodist re­ cently was named the preferred provider organization to supply physicals and other medical needs for the members and their families Members, pensioners and their famiiies fill the New York hall for the port's benefits conference to learn more about the various programs available to them. in the New York area. In St. Louis, the inland mem­ bers, retirees and families attend­ ing proved they had the same questions and concerns as the pri­ marily deep sea members who have attended the other confer­ ences. At all ports, those attending asked about the medical, death and sickness and accident benefits, the several pension plans, coverage for family members and the process for vacation pay. Houston and Mo­ bile, Ala. are the other SIU ports to have held benefits conferences. Seafarers, pensioners and their families interested in attending a future conference should consult the schedule of meetings on page 15 and contact their union halls to confirm attendance. Each hall can provide the interested party with a time for each workshop session. Seafarers Welfare Plan Administrator Nick Marrone (far right) reviews a benefits conference packet with (from left) Chief Steward Floyd PaJ^on, Norfolk (Va.) Port Agent Mike Paladino and AB Tony Dundee. Seafarers Welfare Plan Administrator Nick Marrone (left) and Plan Education Director Leo Bonser address a packed house In the New York union hall. Retired Steward George Gibbons hits the deck to ask a question during the New York meeting. Rose Danmeyer, wife of pensioner Clifford Danmeyer, gets her pressure checked by Irene Reyes. Informing the families of SIU members about the various plans Is an Important part of the confereiices as Sandra Delmonte (right) discovers. While her husband, Douglas, is sailing aboard the USNS Kane, she came with her sons,Anthony and Erin (who is being held by his grandmother). ••X^'I'S • ••AA., Collecting Information about the various SIU benefits proirams are (from left) AB Chris Psanis, black-gang member grai ' in Carmello and AB Joe Chiaramonte. Joh '•''A:)'. Pensioner Francisco Pineiro, a 40-year engine department veteran, brought his daughter, Margarlte Rivera, to the Klew York meeting. A.,A ''AAA'I^IA Tom Keagney, of the Sea-Land, shoreganq, asks a question about the pension plan. ':' �i ' : :;:3 m ..v''i^;.:>'.^3'-,.--.. JUIY1991 m Spirits High as Seafarers March in Victory Parade 3«i: si'""' ^ • "Fantastic!" was the descrip­ tion provided by Chief Steward John Venables, one of the 65 SIU members representing all Seafar­ ers who participated in the Persian Gulf sealift operation in a march down the streets of Washington, D.C. and past President George Bush in the National Victory Cel­ ebration Parade to honor Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm veter­ ans. The Seafarers, joined by mem­ bers from the SIUNA-affiliated Sailors' Union of the Pacific and the Marine Firemen, Oilers, Watertenders and Wipers Associa­ tion, were part of a contingent of civilian mariners representing all segments of shipboard personnel marching in the June 8 parade be­ hind the banner of "America's Merchant Marine." The milit^ invited civilian mariners to partic­ ipate because of the major role they played in getting materiel to the troops, marking the first time they were invited to march in a parade. "It was an emotional high," Venables told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. "After a block or two into the march, it hit me what this was all about.!was impressed the merchant marine was in­ cluded." -The parade viewers, estimated by the National Park Service to number 200,000, waved American flags and 'Thank you!' signs to the thousands of troops marching in review. Unlike the military which remained in parade formation, the merchant mariners were able to in­ teract with the crowd by waving, flashing thumbs up and' V for vic­ tory signs and meeting with the audience. "We were shaking hands and getting kisses," said the steward who sails from Piney Point. "Ev­ eryone was friendly. It was really gratifying." Venables sailed aboard the American Kestrel, a LASH prepositioning vessel stationed in Diego Garcia during the war. "We were part of the first convoy to arrive in Saudi," he recalled. "It was very hot when we got there. We had to adjust the menus so the crew could retain water. We started making a lot of salads and soups." Venables and approximately 30 other SIU members stayed in the nation's capital after the two-hour parade to attend a presidential pic- Seafarers made up the largest contingent of civilian shipboard personnel in the parade honoring Persian Gulf War veterans. nic for the participants and view a fireworks display. "I felt like crying and I know some of the guys had tears in their eyes," recalled Chief Cook Cheryl Neff. "I didn't think it would be that warm a reception. It was one of the best days of my life." Neff noted one of the event's biggest thrills was seeing the president and Mrs. Bush. Like sev­ eral others who looked up at the presidential reviewing stand, Neff said she "spotted Barbara first. She waved back and gave a thumbs up sign. I never saw a president before." The steward department mem­ ber, who sails from the port of Phil­ adelphia, shipped aboard the Cape Catoche, a Ready Reserve Force (RRF) vessel, during Desert Shield. "This made it worth­ while," she added. John Quinter, a pumpman from the port of Seattle, received a hug and a kiss from a woman in the crowd, then watched a retiree get a flower from a child. "I didn't expect anything like this," he said. "I'd do it again in a minute." Quinter, who served aboard the tanker Courier in the Persian Gulf theater, said he "gave the presi­ dent a 'V sign" when he spotted the chief executive. Cook/Baker Ida Frizelle said her feet hurt when she completed the 2.7-mile route, "But I wanted to do it again." She reported she was happy to be a part of the parade, but sad others did not get to experience it. One of the "others" to whom she referred is her husband Edward Frizelle, an SIU hawsepiper serv­ ing as third mate aboard the USNS Indomitable. Ida Frizelle, who ships from the port of Honolulu, sailed aboard the Sgt. William Button, a prepositioning vessel, early in &e conflict, then shipped out again aboard the RRF ship Cape Nome. Other SIU members to march in the nationally televised parade were Zein Achmad, Lucretia Anderson, Thomas Barry, James Beatty, George Bronson, Fiorendo Bucella, Sergio Castellanos, Paul Castillo and Kathy Chester. Also marching were Nathan Collins, Benjamin Conway, John Cronan, George Darley, Herbert Davis, Chris­ topher Derra, Ekow Doffoh, Curtis Dunlap, Richard E. Em­ manuel and Daniel Ficca. Participating were Fred Free­ man, Mark Freeman, Lonnie Gamble, John Giles, Jeff Giles, Charles Hampton, Alvin John­ son, Ivonne Gonzales, Russ Levin and Hugh Mauley. Other marchers were Michael McCarthy, Arthur Medeiros, George Montgomery, Robert Miller, Edd Morris, Joseph Negron, San Negron, Alvin Robin­ son Jr., Lorrin Rodrigues, Herbert Rodriguez, J.P. Rouyea, Michael Stearman, Marvin St. George, Ken Stratton, Sean Sul­ livan, Eric Sutton, Kathleen Sut­ ton, John Thomas, Darrell Touchstone and John Tucker. Rounding out the SIU contin­ gent were Aaron Wells, Michael Wells, Michael Whytock, Paul Wright and Gerald "Tony" Yore. Besides the merchant mariners, units representing the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force and Coast Guard marched in the parade.They were joined by some of the equip­ ment used during the fighting which was carried to the front by U.S.-flag vessels—equipment like a Patriot missile system, "humvee" jeep-type vehicles. M1A1 tanks and armored personnelcarriers. More than 80 aircraft, including Stealth bombers and fighters, flew over the parade which was headed by General Norman Schwarzkopf, commander of all allied forces dur­ ing the war. 3 ,«;5- 'VV ' Seafarers join with representatives of other maritime unions in acknowledging the cheers of the crowd during the National Victory Celebration Parade in Washington. : ' , • '^ J -, ?^!'•-l';. •, -_.' -•• At Piney Point, preparations are made for the Bill's participation in the Persian Gulf victory parade held last month in the nation's capital. White-capp^ SIU members marchir ) in the parade pass through the check point for all participants in the event. ^ V i' •.'i, ' • y . �••• i j-c" I ''-y^ i;rgi;' ;•^ SUFAReRSlOG Coast Guanl Proposes Seamen Pay Fee for Z-Cards ' W; •••k- -•:^. - -XfM-^'/s wMmmW'M. M •V^'- 'K:- MS '• ••• '-'i. w,. ••>:• iiv.' .•St., ,f>7:-:^- ••'•!:. ;, The U.S. Coast Guard has an­ nounced its plans to charge mer­ chant mariners for their docu­ ments, also known as Z-cards, and licenses. The agency recently published its announcement in the Federal Register. Any comments concern­ ing the change in Coast Guard policy are due by August 5. The fees will not go into effect until the public has an opportunity to comment on the Coast Guard plan. The agency can revise its proposals after considering the in­ formation provided by interested parties before finalizing the rule. As the LOG went to press, the SIU was formulating a response to the Coast Guard proposal for submission before the August 5 deadline. The Coast Guard's announce­ ment comes on the heels of the agency's decision to have all mer­ chant mariners renew their licen­ ses and documents every five years. The Coast Guard divided the procedure for obtaining docu­ ments and licenses into three sep­ arate fee categories; evaluation, examination and issuance. Each fee will have to be paid prior to Category License Upper Level — • • — • • • •.. • • • • • Lower Level ....•• • • Radio Officer ...... • — •• •• ••• •• •• • Renewals or Endorsement? —......... Certificate of Registry Ctiief Purser, Purser, and Senior Assistant Purser •• Junior Assistant Purser, Medical Doctor, and Professional fiturse ............. Mercfiant Mariner Document (MMD) MMD Endorsed with Qualified Rating — MMD without Qualified Rating ••• ... — —...... Other Fees Duplicate or Replacement of License, Certificate of Registry, or MMD ^ Evaluation fee* ExaninaHon lee Issuance lee $70 ($17) 65(17) 45(17) 45 3 $225 380 •— 55 $35 35 35 435 $330 ($347) 180(197) 80(97) 135 45(17) -(17) '' — — 35 35 80(97) 35 (52) 60(17) -(17) 40 35 35 135(152) 35 (52) — 35 35 — •. — Totalis . ' An additional $17 charge for an FBI criminal record check would tie added to the evaluatloln fee if the application is for an original license, original certificate of registry, or original merchant mariner document. ^ Maximum totals—without and with an FBI criminal reconf check. 3 For limited examinations administered for certain licenses, the proposed examination fee is $55. * The fee also applies to issuance of a renewal with a continuity endorsement issued under § 10.209(g). 5 There is presently a $10 fee in 33 CFR subpart 1.25 for a duplicate continuous discharge book or copies of certificates of discharge. The Coast Guard proposes to move this fee from 33 CFR subpart 1.25 to a section in 46 CFR part 12. Source: Federal Register, June 20, 1991. receiving the agency's service. This means an examination fee would be paid each time an applicant takes a test, whether or not the mariner successfully completes it. The proposed fee for the issu­ ance of a merchant mariner's doc­ ument without a qualified rating would be $35. A document with a qualified rating would include the $35 issuance fee, a $60 evaluation fee and a $40 examination fee for a total cost of $135. Presently there is no charge for any merchant mariner's docu­ ment. However, the Coast Guard does impose a $10 fee to replace a lost document. Other categories and fees are listed within the chart on this page. The Coast Guard announced the fees are based on the cost to the agency of providing the service. The Department of Transportation agency announced the fee pro­ gram as a way to meet its financial requirements under the 1990 feder£d budget act. That bill specified that any increases in a U.S. gov­ ernment agency's budget must be offset with an equal increase in funds. The Department of Trans­ portation plans to use the Coast Guard documenting and licensing fees as a way to increase its rev­ enues. Crews Begin to Clear Base, Docks At Subfc Bay after Volcano Erupts Recovery operations are under way at the Subic Bay Naval Base in the Philippines following the eruption of Mount Pinatubo, about 18 miles to the northeast, last month. Power has been restored to the base arid fresh water again is available, according to a spokesperson with the Military Sealift Command Pacific Fleet (MSCPAC). SIU Government Services Division crewmembers assisted in the evacuation of American citizens from the area. The USNS Spica carried 500 civilians during one voyage. MSCPAC vessels have been detoured to the port of Cebu, about 400 southeast of Subic Bay. Crewmembers discovered water only turned the volcano's debris into a concrete-like substance when they tried to wash off vessels tied at the port, so they are using shovels to clean buildings and unclog drains from the sand, lava and ash spewed across the base by' the volcano. Subic Bay is the largest U.S. Navy supply depot and ship repair yard overseas. j; " Archives Seeking Stories and Artifacts From World War II Merchant Mariners The National Archives is gathering information, stories and other artifacts for a year-long exhibit on the U.S. merchant marine in World War II. The exhibit, which is S(:heduled to open December 7, will concentrate on the ports of Philadelphia, Baltimore and Norfolk, Va. The archives is seeking photographs, film footage, logbooks and oral or video remembrances by World War II era seafarers. For more information, contact Christine Henderson, National Archives Mid-Atlantic Region, Room 1500, William Penn Post Office Annex, Ninth and Market Street, PhUadelphia, PA 19107 or caU (215)597-3000. •• 'M -I, : 4 it IIP Rallies Behind New Zealand Seafarers Hawaiian Upgraders Visit Representatives SIU members who sail from the port of Honolulu recently met with Hawaii's two senators and one of the state's congressmen in the nation's capital to discuss bills affecting the U.S.-flag merchant marine. Chief Cook upgrader Jioia de Leon places an SIU pin on Senator Daniel Akaka's lapel. Senator Daniel Inouye shows the Lundeberg School students some of the native Hawaiian artifacts in his office. Congressman Neil Abercrombie poses with QMEDs Daniel Powers and Paul Barbadillo; Cook and Bakers Lorrin Rodrigues. Dwight Maeda, Patricia Piccione, Plana Motusanga, Karen Fehspl and Vince Grande; and Chief Cooks Edward Aperto, Arthur Medeiros, Ida Frizelle and de Leon. Fifty-one unions representing seamen and longshoremen in 36 nations throughout the free world meeting last month in London pledged their cooperation to New Zealand's seafarers who are in the fight of their lives. The International Transport Workers Federation which brings together employees in all modes of transportation, including the SIU, called on all of its affiliates to "take all steps possible, including mdustnal action" to demonstrate support for their brother and sister seafarers in New Zealand. The government of that country has proposed drastic measures under the guise of reforming the economy which would render nuU and void existing bargaining agreements between maritime umons and management and wipe out existing cabotage rules governing waterbome trade between Australia and New Zealand as well as domestic shippmg routes. " ' �JULY 1991 . Sea-Land Hawaii Rescues Three Downed Fiiers SlU crewmembers ready one of the Sea-Land Hawaii's lifeboats to pick up the three downed seaplane survivors. SIU members sailing onboard the Sea-Land Hawaii helped save the lives of three Califomians whose seaplane ditched June 18 more than 500 miles northeast of Hilo, Hawaii. Bosun Carrol Heick, ABs Henry Scott and Har­ vey Smith and black-gang mem­ bers Rodney Pontlflet and Steve Rollins manned the lifeboat which rescued the three downed fliers. Don Hauslik, 56, Nol Pederson, 44, and Eva Akata, 26, all of Califomia, spent more than 20 hours in the water before being spotted by the crew of a Coast Guard C-130 search plane. The Coast Guard alerted the Sea-Land Hawaii, which also was looking for the two men and one woman, and the res­ cue was completed within an hour. The Sea-Land Hawaii trans­ ported the Califomians to the big island of Hawaii, and from there they went for observation to The Queen's Medical Center. Akata was released that same day, while Pederson and Hauslik were admit­ ted in guarded and fair condition, respectively. Both were released shortly thereafter. Coast Guard spokesman Neil Anderson commended the SeaLand Hawaii's performance. "From our experiences, they al­ ways do an excellent job," he said. "They're always cooperative and we never have any problems." The ordeal began when Hauslik, Pederson and Akata took off from Santa Barbara, Calif, en route to Maui. The twin-engine seaplane eventually lost oil pressure in its right engine, leaving the aircraft at half-power. "It was just too heavy to fly on one motor," Hauslik told the Honolulu Advertiser. "We were at 7,000 feet and couldn't maintain any altitude, so we had to ditch" around 4 p.m. June 18. The plane impacted at 90 mph, a feeling Hauslik likened to hitting a concrete wall. It sank quickly. ' v:; f while the trio donned bright yellow life vests, tied themselves together and began what turned out to be a 20-hour wait. The downed fliers had reason for hope as they sent a distress signal before ditching. Hauslik said he and his companions could see search planes throughout the night. Lookouts Doubled Roughly nine hours after the distress signal went out, the SeaLand Hawaii, originally headed for Honolulu, joined two search planes in the vicinity of the crashlanding. The Sea-Land Hawaii's 26-man crew "lined the rails and doubled the lookouts," Captain Stanley Malewski told the paper. At one point, the ship came within a mile of the trio, but no one spotted them in the dark ocean's 8-foot swells. The C-130 eventu­ ally sighted them at 11:41 a.m. on June 19, however, and the SeaLand Hawaii (then 25 miles away) completed the rescue within the hour. Chief Mate Kent Flick, who commanded the lifeboat, praised the seamanship and professional I^rformances of Scott, Smith, Pontiflet, Heick and Rollins, as well as the rest of the SIU crew. Mil • .'1. SS President Johnson and Crew Survive Sudden Cycione The Seafarers-crewed freighter President Johnson miraculously survived being hit by a cyclone April 6 in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Only one crewmember. Chief Electrician Dale Cunningham, was injured during the violent storm. Cunningham suffered only bruises, despite being caught in winds which exceeded 90 knots. The American President Lines vessel, however, sustained severe damage but has already been re­ paired and is back in service. I irV'• "As big as that ship is, [the storm] just did a job on us," Chief Cook Donald Garrison recently told a reporter from the Seafarers LOG. "It was like a little toy in that wind." Eyewitness Account Garrison, who joined the Ma­ rine Cooks and Stewards in 1967 before its merger with the SIU AGLIWD, said the cyclone hit completely without warning. "All of a sudden it just started," he re­ called. "I saw die containers being ripped open and cargo flying ev­ erywhere, and then the visibility got so bad we couldn't see any­ thing. That ship was bouncing like a basketball. "I just stood by with a life jacket and a survival suit. If I had been on deck, I would have been in big trouble It had to be a miracle" no one was seriously injured. Despite the storm, the President Johnson now "looks really good," steward department member Christopher Hopkins said. Hop­ kins signed on the Johnson June 1. He said crewmembers had already put the incident behind them. "Nobody really talked about it," said Hopkins, who joined the union in 1976. "They just wanted to get their work done, get on with die routines. "As far as the ship, I saw no noticeable damage." Ship at Anchorage The frightening episode began at approximately 1:30 p.m. with the President Johnson anchored in Kaohsiung. Heavy rains and winds of up to 40 knots came with pas­ sage of a local storm front, not unusual at that time of year. But a few minutes later, things turned dramatically worse. The wind whipped at 80-90 knots, vis­ ibility was reduced to zero and the ship listed over 10 degrees. Atmo­ spheric pressure dropped 40 milli­ bars in less than five minutes. The ship's anemometer was destroyed when the wind reached 90 knots. Crewmembers described the sound as like that of a passing freight train. One man thought the President Johnson had collided with another ship and was scraping down its side. In fact, the Piesident Johnson dragged anchor for about a halfmile, and half astem was rung up on the engines to prevent a colli­ sion with a loaded tanker also at anchor. Bob Austin H, master of the ves­ sel, noted the ship's windows and bulkheads bowed in and out and water squirted horizontally through door seals. During the cyclone's peak, three containers were ripped out of their lashings. One container was lifted about 50 feet—it struck the range light mast, causing major d^age; then on its way down it hit and destroyed the starboard lifeboat. Metal fragments struck the Marisat anteima and put a one-foot hole in the dome. The ship's main antenna was shorn at the base and landed on the sundeck. Catwalks between the hatches were ripped out. Lasts for Five Minutes The President Johnson was in the windstorm for roughly five minutes, although it seemed more like five hours to electrician Cun­ ningham. According to a report from Austin, Cunningham was adding water to the batteries in the D.G. set when the cyclone hit. The drop in atmospheric pressure caused pneumatic controls on the D.G.'s CO2 system to release, flooding the container with CO2 while Cunningham was inside. Cunningham got out of the con­ tainer by feeling his way. Seeking shelter on the main deck, he was lifted and hurled by the wind be­ fore grabbing a ventilator. He shielded himself from the wind; when it subsided, Cunningham crawled to the main deck door and was hauled inside by two ABs. Incredibly, Cunningham suf­ fered only bruises. In a letter to the crew, Austin said, "Our stewards stood by until the ship was safely moored, to serve meals. "Gentlemen, you performed exemplary and I cannot praise you enough for your profession­ alism." No other vessels in the anchor­ age encountered the cyclone or sustained damage. However, four fishing vessels were reported cap­ sized or sunk. Also serving aboard the Presi­ dent Johnson during the surprise cyclone were galley gang mem­ bers: William Burdette, Dartagnan McGlothen, John Bennett, Harold Younce Jr. and Thomas Markham. Some of the containers aboard the President Johnson were torn from their lashings following a freak cyclone. v.; pi' •-r'' y •••( . • �a,, •• 8 ~7~ f, .5!aaafyK-'ra'''''vlf.''V B0r§i -y. r' fWy^fyy--- Seafarers Score High in Sea-Land Cuiinary Seminar Not everyone can maintain an "A" average at a school like Cor­ nell University. But a dozen men and women representing the SIU did just that during a one-week intensive semi­ nar sponsored by Sea-Land and conducted at Cornell last May. Lundeberg School Culinary Direc­ tor Don Nolan reported that the class average test score for the union's students was 95 percent. With participants spending as many as 14 hours per day worldng WBM'M >/'•• 4 Ekow Doffoh and Don Nolan sample some of the prepared broccoli and car­ rots. Each plate of vegetables was cooked in a different way. F'!-' •' - " SOfARBtSm •-";' ••"^'H'';--^'?;.''' "r: -L^.- • and studying on the campus in Ith­ aca, N.Y., rriany subjects were cov­ ered. Professor Mary Tabacchi, Cornell's leading food chemist, launched the week by discussing food's various components and the effects those elements have on the body. Students leamed about new food technologies such as hydro­ ponics and aquaculture (sciences of growing food in water instead of in soil). Another professor taught a fiveday sanitation course formulated by the National Restaurant Association's Educational Foun­ dation, while other sessions were devoted to various cooking tech­ niques with state-of-the-art equip­ ment. Numerous lab sessions also were conducted. "The sanitation course was ex­ cellent," said Nolan, who has worked at the Lundebdrg School for 20 years. "It was very in-depth. "We also covered nutrition, purchasing and receiving, food chemistry... Personally, I got a lot out of the purchasing and receiving techniques. There are tricks these vendors can use against us." While parts of the seminar were complex, covering subjects such as microbiology, others were com­ paratively simple. "We worked on taking food and preparing it many different ways instead of doing the same thing over and over," Nolan said. Participants spent time in vari­ ous food lab sessions preparing meals and testing a wide range of equipment. Among the items they prepared were chicken fajitas, Mexican tortilla soup and smoked seafood with greens and tarragon sauce. In one session, a senior food and beverage lecturer covered cultural and intemational cuisine as applied to cafeteria-style service. Once again the seminar participants went to work preparing various ex­ otic dishes. The purpose of this exercise was to show stewards they can be creative with menu plan­ ning at sea. The five-day program "was worthwhile for a lot of different reasons," said Delinda Clarke a Lundeberg School instmctor par­ ticipating in the course. "The teachers imparted a lot of knowl­ edge in a short amount of time. For instance, the sanitation course alone usually takes nine weeks, so there's no way it could have been done (at the seminar) if everyone wasn't so into it. "They really stressed nutrition. ... I've been able to bring back a lot of what we leamed and pass it along." The seminar was planned by Jim Mann, Sea-Land's fleet com­ missary manager and a 1977 grad­ uate of the Lundeberg School. Mann also graduated from Comell's School of Hotel Admin­ istration in 1983. "The vessel crews are a vital part of the Sea-Land family," said Mann. "Since they spend much of their lives at sea, it's critical that we provide them with a comfortable environment, from the food they eat to the beds they sleep in." Besides Nolan, Clarke and Mdnn, the following Seafarers at­ tended the seminar: Chief Stew­ ards Eva Myers, Ekow DofToh, Mike Thornton, Don GaNung and Patrick Olin; Sea-Land Port Stewards Ron Jones, Ed Martin and Jim Myers and Lundeberg School Instmctor Ed White. ,11. f-r. I/-":? r'' -I • '•4 Don Nolan discusses with a Cornell University faculty member the different ways a roast can be prepared and served. Seafarers (from left) Ed Martin, Don Nolan and Ekow Doffoh take a look at the state-of-the-art oven in the instructional galley at CorneH's School of Hotel Admin­ istration, which runs an internationally recognized program in the culinary field. Piney Point Baking Instructor Delinda Clarke (left) prepares spanikopita (Greek spinach and feta cheese pie) while Mike Thornton, an SIU steward from the port of Jacksonville, prepares Szechuan oven hung duck. Standing in front of Cornell's school of hotel administration following successful completion of the seminar are, from left, Piney Point Steward Instructor Ed White, Piney Point Baking Instructor Delinda Clarke, Lundeberg School Culinary Director Don Nolan and Chief Steward Patrick Olin (American Hawaii Cruises). The class average test score was 95 percent. Includedin that group of hard-studying jartiapants who revived certificates of completion are, from left, chief stewards Jon GaNung, Mike Thornton, Eva Myers, Ekow Doffoh and Patrick Olin (American l3W3tl Cruis6s). • - .i ^ •" :S. , :y �JULY1991 • .>}; Philadelphia Health Unit Provides Quality Care for Seafarers ;;..r"!,''W'i*''. ' 'V- The Seafarers Welfare Plan has desi^ated another noted medical facility as a preferred provider or­ ganization (PPO). In March, the SIU contracted with the Healthmark Incorporated Clinic at Methodist Hospital in South Philadelphia, minutes from the Philadelphia union hall. Al­ ready, the clinic has provided qual­ ity health care for more than 300 Seafarers. Regarded as Philadelphia's lead­ ing occupational medicine provider, Healthmark Incorporated is an affil­ iate of the Methodist Hospital Foun­ dation. Philadelphia's Methodist Hospital soon wiU celebrate its cen­ tennial. "Our doctors and nurses are ex­ perienced in preventive and emer­ gency medicine," said Healthmark Clinic Charge Nurse Jo Ann Charge Nurse Jo Ann Tomlinson en­ joys interacting with Seafarers. TomlinsoiL "Because we're in the hospital, we have access to any­ thing we might need, including the emergency room. "We always put our patients first." SIU members have responded positively to the clinic, which opened in 1983. "Everything went fine. The people treat you good, and I had no problems," said AB Joe Mieluchowski, recently treated there. "I haven't been to that many (medical facilities), but it's obvious there's no confusion here." Bosun Kevin Merckx also was satisfied with his experience at Healthmark: "The people are friendly, and it's very clean." Meeting Seafarers' Needs The Seafarers Welfare Plan preferred provider institutions will be made in the Seafarers LOG and by the welfare plan as they are arranged. Offering Numerous Services The Healthmark Clinic in Phil­ adelphia is staffed by physicians and nurses who are experienced in occupational health, family prac­ tice and emergency medicine. The Healthmark Clinic Is located In Philadelphia's Methodist Hospital, minutes from the Philadelphia SIU hall. ' (SWP) selected Healthmark after careful review of the various med­ ical facilities in the Philadelphia area. The plan determined the Healthmark Clinic is able to pro­ vide all of the medical services re­ quired by Seafarers, such as fit-for-duty physicals, care for ill­ ness and treatment of injuries. "We picked this clinic in the same manner" as other PPOs, said Deborah Kleinberg, an associate counsel for the plan. "We're look­ ing for quality and ability to meet the special needs of our people." She said Seafarers have been pleased with the Healthmark Clinic's fine reputation and the qualifications of its staff. This arrangement represents continued progress in preferred provider health care for Seafarers. Throughout the country, the wel­ fare plan is contracting with a pre­ ferred provider in each of the cities where an SIU clinic has been lo­ cated. Combats Spiraling Costs The program was started to en­ sure that Seafarers and their fami­ lies continue to obtain quality medical care and, at the same time, help the welfare plan combat per­ petually rising health costs. A pre­ ferred provider clinic or hospital is simply a medical facility which agrees to provide services to Sea­ farers and their families for a nego­ tiated reimbursement rate. There are many advantages to using PPOs, including: • Using a facility which is familiar with S^eafarers and whose staff knows the unique needs of the membership and their families. lows the welfare plan to use these savings to benefit members and their dependents. • Preferred provider organization hospitals are among the biggest in their cities. To date, the SIU has designated the following PPOs: Seattle—Vir­ ginia Mason Hospital; San Fran­ cisco—St. Mary's Hospital; Honolulu—Straub Hospital; New Orleans—^Tulane University Hos­ pital and Medical Center; New York—^Methodist Hospital; Phila­ delphia—Methodist Hospital and Healthmark Incorporated Clinic; Baltimore—^Johns Hopkins Uni­ versity Center for Occupational and Environmental Health ^d Francis Scott Key Hospital. Announcements of additional Among the services they pro­ vide are: job matched pre-employ­ ment physicals; physicals required for licensure; annual examina­ tions; diagnostic studies, including X-rays, Magnetic Resonance Im­ aging and CT Scan; hearing tests; vision and glaucoma screenings; blood tests; drug screens; pulmo­ nary function tests; cardiovascular studies, including stress testing and EKG; drug tests; motor coor­ dination tests; and health risk as­ sessment. "Occupational medicine is not something that many people know a lot about," said Healthmark Clinic Medical Director Dr. Rich­ ard Donze. Dr. Donze has worked at Meth­ odist Hospital for eight years. He and others at the clinic expressed enthusiasm for working with Sea­ farers. "Quite frankly, I've found it interesting learning about the dif­ ferent things that attract [Seafar­ ers] to that Wnd of life," Dr. Donze said. "They're courteous, hard­ working people who have a certain yearning for adventure." a.:. •• : . J •; • f I 'i -m "Hike to listen to their stories!" said Nurse Tomlinson. "We ask them to send postcards, and I'm going to start a bulletin board." .-i i-mw .1 AB Joe Mieluchowski makes a fist (Inphoto above) as RN Suzanne Mead preps him for some blood tests. Below, Bosun KevinI Merckx Merckx gets g his blood pressure checked. • Streamlined claims procedures for members and dependents using the facility. . ^''' <'J^"''.' Dr. Richard Donze Is the medical direc­ tor at the Philadelphia clinic. • Use of these facilities allows the welfare plan to monitor claims and make sure the hospital is offering services efficiently and maintain­ ing high standards of quality of care. • When the hospital sees many Sea­ farers and their families using the facility, reasonable rates for ser­ vices can be maintained. This al- i--' -'fi i. - . -JfT, MMa I �.'•.V^ -:T- 5«.;3sr' SEAFARERS 106 10 . Wf- •ii; ;••. : • Inland Lakes .i;';... • •sp;-' f : ,l Vj. ', Oiler Glenn Barilik, a Lundeberg School graduate, checks the oil in one of the cement carrier's engines. The J.A.W. Iglehart is getting ready for the busy summer season on the Great Lakes by being one of the first vessels out of safe harbor this spring. The self-unloading cement car­ rier can be found on any of the five Great Lakes. Some of its regular ports include Duluth, Miim., Supe­ rior, Wis., Detroit and Alpena, Mich., Cleveland, Buffalo, N.Y. and Bath, Ontario, Canada. Bosun Daniel Hull noted the SIU members aboard the Iglehart constitute an excellent crew. The Alpena resident said he has seen quite a few changes in his 35 years sailing with Inland Lakes Manage­ ment on the Lakes. Those changes Hull included are the placement of computers aboard ships, conver­ sion from steam to diesel engines and increasing ability of the ships to do more. ABs Robert Twite and Jerold Saxon pointed out the Iglehart c^ empty its nine cargo holds in 20 hours thanks to the conveyor belts running through the belly of the vessel. "Usually we carry three or four types of cement per load," Saxon told a reporter for the Sea­ farers LOG as he was monitoring one of the two off-loading belts. "Our job is to make sure two types don't mix." Oiler Glenn Barilik does not ' regret the day he decided to be­ come a merchant mariner. "I was working in a shop—non-unionand getting behind on my bills," the 23-year-old said. "I asked some sailors about their jobs and they told me to go to Piney Point." After Barilik graduated from the Lundeberg School in Novem­ ber 1989, he sailed deep sea. The black-gang member retumed to his native Lakes region to be closer to home. This way "my [two] kids remember who I am," he added. Deckhand Dave Gapske surveys the height of the J.A.W. Iglehart while painting its hull. !lk ki vl'-• - v:f Deckhand Lee Howard applies a fresh coat of paint to the hull of the Iglehart shortly after fitout. AS Watchman Robert Twite waits for the signal to open a cargo hold for unloading. •:y: Porter Ahmed Kaid brings bread to the Iglehart's mess room. o-.'•'•'••if '•' Keeping his eyes on the control board is Assistant Conveyorman Ron Cummings. AS Watchman Jerold Saxon repeats instructions he has received to monitor the unloading of a hold. •-. ,'• r;. • '• X' m'. Porter Mohammed El-Janny takes pride in the J.A.W. Ingleharfs spotless galley. Keeping the woridng space clean is just one of his duties. Bosun Daniel Hull (left) releases the latch on the crane used to move an oil barrel on the deck of the Iglehart. Wiper Robert Zielaskowski is ready to secure the barrel. Second Cook Robert Bertrand takes chocolate cake to hungry crewmembers aboard the Iglehart. �.' '.V' .©|: JULY 1991 ;" |- n -r- DeLeon Has Successful Concert Debut at Lundeberg Scheet SEifc'Siil rw!r^;T.-i*isw». 'til •'.." After a nervous start, SIU upgrader Jioia de Leon got an enjoy­ able taste of show business during the monthly visitors day at the Sea­ farers Harty Lundeberg School of Seamanship in May. A member of the SIU since 1989, de Leon entertained a crowd of more than 100 persons with a 20-song solo concert performance. In the audience were parents, friends and families of upgraders as well as citizens who live in the neighborhood surrounding the Lundeberg School. SIU President Michael Sacco also was in the Jioia de Leon, an SIU member for the past two years, is currently enrolled in the chief cook upgrading program at the Lundeberg School. crowd, which responded enthusi­ astically to de Leon's lively sing­ ing of country music. "The more I sang, the more my confidence grew," de Leon, 38, re­ cently told a reporter from the Sea­ farers LOG. While de Leon's first concert was successful, she had to overcome a shaky beginning. "I walked onstage and looked into the crowd's eyes," said Jioia (pro­ nounced joy-a), "and the words to that first song just left me. Then about the third line, something kicked in and I was fine from there." After the one-hour concert, when Sacco approached de Leon and commended her performance, "I felt like a little kid," she said. "He has such a busy schedule.... I didn't even realize he was there." Jioia, who is upgrading in the chief cook program, grew up in Jacksonville, N.C. and has lived with her mother and sister in Ho­ nolulu, Hawaii since 1985. She has sailed as a steward assistant pri­ marily onboard the Baldomero Lopez, a prepositioning ship oper­ ated by AMSEA, and she made two trips to the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Shield. Jioia discovered her musical tal­ ent thanks, in part, to her sister. Dee Dee, who regularly competes in Hawaiian songfests. Dee Dee introduced Jioia to Karaoke, a Jap­ anese style of singing which means "with orchestra." Karaoke singers use audio cassettes which provide accompanying music and, in some cases, backup singing. The Karaoke machines also have mi­ crophones, speakers and speaker outlets for the live singer. "Really, this whole thing started by accident. I bought a Karaoke machine (in 1990) strictly to have something to do on the ship," ex­ plained Jioia, who jokingly de­ scribed her singing voice as "raspy and low." ITie tapes "have music on one side and the words on the other side." Though she had never per­ formed before an audience—in fact, rarely even sang in the shower—^Jioia quickly became en­ amored of her newfound hobby. She practiced in private and slowly became comfortable with the ma­ chine and her own singing. De Leon signed off the ship in late 1990 and went to Piney Point to upgrade. Near the end of March 1991, Lundeberg School Vice President Ken Conklin and his as­ sistant Bob Clinton heard Jioia in­ formally singing Karaoke for fellow students and subsequently asked her to perform at may visi­ tors Day. With one month to prepare for the show, Jioia rehearsed her set and also arranged for country-style stage decorations, including hay bales, flowers and a wooden horse. V'l -.s ',m In concert, she sang songs such as Bette Midler's "From A Distance," Barbara Mandrell's "Years" and Patsy Cline's "Sweet Dreams." "I'm glad I did it, but I'll prob­ ably never do it again," de Leon said with a laugh. Indeed, despite her strong apti­ tude for music, Jioia knows her future is at se^i. "Since I started singing, so many people have com­ plimented me," de Leon said. "It makes you feel good when you touch someone's life like that. "But I like the ocean; That's where I want to be." 'CM'j •"•V SIU President Michael Sacco com­ mends Jioia de Leon following her singing debut held during the school's May Visitors Day. Seafarer Rates Cape Farewell As 'Good Ship' with 'Good Crew' • .if Crewmembers aboard the Cape Farewell characterize life on the Ready Reserve Force, IMC-contracted vessel as busy but reward­ ing. As SIU member AB Tim Fitzgerald put it, "The hours can get a little long, but she's a good ship with a good crew. And the money's pretty good, too." Bosun John Thompson re­ cently noted in a letter (accompa­ nied by photographs shot by Fitzgerald) to the Seafarers LOG the working hours grew particu­ larly long.during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. At times, work was steady around-the-clock. Thompson reported a full schedule between cargo opera­ tions, too. The maintenance pro­ gram required on a vessel coming off a five-year layup is comprehen­ sive, he said. Chief Electrician Jim Hall added, "If it breaks down today. we're on it today. Everybody pitches in, and slowly but surely, it's all Coming together." Among the Farewell's crewmembers are "first trippers" from the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, OS Joel Willmott and Wiper Eric McKinney. Bosun Thompson re­ ported their training has "stood them in good stead, but both say they're headed back to the school to upgrade." According to Willmott, "There's always more to leam out here." With the challenging workload, crewmembers naturally work up quite an appetite. Or, as Thompson related, perhaps they just cannot stay away from the messhall be­ cause of the fine fare mmed out by Chief Steward Vern Wallen and his fellow galley gang members. "We're always glad to, see him after spending a rainy night on deck," the bosun said. The Cape Farewell also has its share of veteran seamen, although one of them, AB Dave Ketchum, "recently retired after 20 years of service. Brother Ketchum retumed to sea because he valiantly an­ swered the call for sealift, Thomp­ son said. Crewmembers described Ketchum as a valuable addition who eagerly shared his knowledge. Ketchum said the Cape Farewell would be his last ship, although the other crewmembers respectfully hope he changes his mind. Wiper Eric McKinney (left) and OS Joel Willmott are "first trippers." Cfiief Electrician Jim Hall washes up before dinner. Chief Cook Lee Jordan (left) and Chief Steward Vern Wallen prepare dinner. Bosun John Thompson does some lifeboat maintenance aboard ship. .V r ; '/ • .ii T-. "i• yl-. ¥•••• • 4;: AB Tim Fitzgerald characterizes life on the Cape Farewell as busy but rewarding. f riTT ^ \ •'-••i. �'Til- 2l .•:~A\\. 12 safARotsm i-MKSSiMiiBia'S un Canales and King Tie Knot at Sea :#'-slilS y,-_ - ."4 the happy wedding party poses for the camera. From left are Steward/Baker Michael Pooler (best man), Antlonette King Canales, Third Mate James Trimble (bride's guardian), Carlos Canales and Captain Paul Foran. -.. > ..W ;-^ •--I'''• :--vf^|v--- When SIU members Carlos Canales and Antlonette King got engaged onboard OMI Corp.'s Cape Clear last winter, they planned to get married some time after signing off the Ready Reserve Force vessel. But when Operation Desert Storm ended. Bosun Canales and Steward Assistant King decided they could not wait. In a ceremony conducted by Captain Paul S. Foran, Canales and King tied the knot at sea March 13 with the Cape Clear headed for Ad Damman, Saudi Arabia. Actually, it was Foran who sug­ gested the ocean wedding. "Once the final word came from the president, saying the war was over, you can't imagine the jubila­ tion," recalled Canales, who joined the Seafarers in 1964 in the port of Seattle. "We were heading for the U.S. [to get supplies] when the war ended, but we were happy to turn around. "While we were going to Ad Damman, the captain said, 'Do you two want to get married now?'" Canales and King, who had dated each other since 1988, ea­ gerly took advantage of the oppor­ tunity. " We had a beautiful ceremony, and it went just like we planned," the new Mrs. Canales recently told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. "Tell every Seafarer that when it's time to get married, they should get married on the ocean!" Antoinette King Canales joined the SIU in 1988 in the port of Jack­ sonville, Fla. She said she and her husband, after signing off the Cape Clear May 1, purchased a home near her shipping port. "No complaints," Mrs. Canales said. "It seems like everything is going our way." While the Canales' still are brimming with enthusiasm regard­ ing their marriage, they certainly have not forgotten their wartime experiences onboard the Cape Clear. Canales and King signed on November 2 knowing die risks in­ volved in transporting ammunition and troops. The bosun described the Persian ' Ab Gulf port areas as "a madhouse. It took 10,(XX) people working like bees in a three-mile area. We were so elated when it was over." Indeed, during the CanalesKing wedding, the captain re­ minded Cape Clear crewmembers they had much to be both proud of and thankful for. "As we enjoy this beautiful weather on this beautiful occasion," Foran said at the cere­ mony, "I think it is only right that we recognize and give thauiks for our good fortune. I am very proud to stand behind the crew of the Cape Clear. Every one of us was a volunteer who took the job, know­ ing full well the risks ... " I do not wish to ruin the atmo­ sphere by dwelling on that which is sad, but I do hope that each and every one of you takes the time to give thanks for our safe voyage. took the photographs, which An­ toinette King Canales sent to the LOG. Were the bride and groom ner­ vous? "We were petrified!" ad­ mitted Bosun Canales, who purchased the rings in Singapore one week before the wedding. Though nervous, the couple en­ joyed their surroundings. "The stem was set up as a church, and then switched to a night club," Bosun Canales recalled. "Every­ one worked like troopers, and it showed. The whole thing was very profession^." Said Steward Assistant King Canales, "They spoiled me." The pair met in 1988, when they sailed together onboard the Cleve­ land. The Canales' plans for the near future include a stateside wed­ ding ceremony, so they may share Mr. and Mrs. Canales enjoy a piece of wedding cake at their shipboard reception. pray for the safe retum of all the men and women in the Persian Gulf, and ask that God watches over the souls of those who were lost in action, as well as those who have given their lives to the sea." Also participating in the cere­ mony were Steward/Baker Mi­ chael Pooler (best man) and Third Mate James Trimble (acting guardian). DEU John T. Bounds their joy with relatives. Canales wants to complete bosun recertification, while King Canales plans to upgrade at the Lundeberg School. "We're hoping to go to the school together," said the bosun. And at some point, the couple will find time for a belated honey­ moon. The Seafarers LOG was not the only recipient of Canales wedding pictures and literature. Captain Foran wrote to President George Bush after the war—the letter ex­ pressed congratulations but also concern regarding the tlse of for­ eign-flag vessels—and he en­ closed photos and a wedding program. - Cape Clear Steward Department Bids Farewell to Persian Gulf Duty Freshly-baked doughnuts are never too good for a crew that just spent four-and-a-half months In the Persian Gulf, ac­ cording to Steward/Baker Michael Pooler, above left, who sent these photos to the Seafarers LOG. Members of the Cape Clear's steward department take pride in their work. •'- a-'- / 'r. m^ ' /-.f .11'^ They are, standing from the left. Steward Assistant Larry Bachelor, Chief Cook Danilo Soriano, Steward Assistant Roily Acosta, Steward Assistant Edgar Colcol; seated from the left, Steward/Baker Michael Pooler and Steward Assis­ tant Antionette King Canales. The bride is teary-eyed during the wed­ ding ceremony conducted by Captain Paul S. Foran aboard ship. �juiY m 13 Panel Blocks 1946 Date for WWII Mariner Vet Status The House Veterans Affairs Committee once again is blocking progress on a bill providing the same cutoff date for veteran status for World War Il-era merchant mariners as received by other members of the U.S. military. The Merchant Mariners Fair­ ness Act of 1991, also known as H.R. 44, passed the House Mer­ chant Marine and Fisheries Com­ mittee unanimously, as it had in the last session of Congress. The legislation was forwarded to the Veterans Affairs Committee for its next hearing. As happened during the previous session of Congress, the committee chair­ man, C. V. "Sonny" Montgomery (D-Miss.), has not scheduled a meeting for the bill. Although Jack Fields (R-Texas) sponsored the same bill in 1989 and pushed it through the Mer^ hant Marine and Fisheries Com­ mittee, of which he is a member, the 101st Congress adjoumed be­ fore Montgomery's committee ever reviewed the legislation. In a strong communication to the House veterans panel chair­ man, SIU President Michael Sacco urged the committee "to extend prompt and favorable consider­ ation to this laudable legislation. "In our judgment, it is proper and fitting to honor all the mer­ chant mariners who served their country with distinction during World War II." The legislation would extend World War II veteran status to American merchant mariners who sailed between August 15, 1945 and December 31, 1946, the date President Hany Truman declared as the end of hostilities. Seamen who sailed between December 7,1941 and August 15, 1945 were declared World War II veterans in Januaiy 1988 by the secretary of the Air Force — the branch of the Department of De­ fense that oversees matters pertain­ ing to veterans. The recognition came after seamen and their allies fought for veterans status for WWII mariners for more than 40 years a fight which included an eight-eary court case. The ruling made them eligible to receive such in speaking before the American Merchant Marine Veterans Convention last month, SIU President Michael Sacco (right) recognized retired SIU official Ed Turner's continuing efforts on behalf of WWIi-era merchant mariners to gain all the benefits to which they are entitled. Turner was a founding member of the merchant mariner veteran group. ' -J: ::: .i: Seafarers—Write Vet Panel Members Show Your Support for H.R. 44 Ilft. To urge members of the House Veterans Affairs Committee to support H.R. 44 the extension for World War Il-era merchant mariners' veterans status—write to: The Honorable (name) United States House of Representatives Washington, DC 20515 Democrats C. V. "Sonny" Montgomery, Miss.—Chairman Don Edwards, Calif. Douglas Applegate, Ohio Lane Evans, 111. Timothy Penny, Mont. Harley Staggers, W.Va. J. Roy Rowland, Ga. Jim Slattery, Kan. Claude Harris, Ala. Joseph Kennedy, Mass. Elizabeth Patterson, S.C. George Sangmeister, 111. Ben Jones, Ga. Jill Long, Ind. Pete Peterson, Fla. Chet Edwards, Texas Maxine Waters, Calif. Turner Active in Seamen's Vet Group Department of Veterans Affairs benefits as disability compensa­ tion, pensions, medical care and burials. By selecting August 15, 1945 (rather than December 31,1946) as the end of eligibility for merchant mariners, the Department of De­ fense has excluded approximately 2,500 living seafarers from World War n veteran status and benefits received by those who served in the armed services. • :;^:i Bill Brewster, Okla. Owen Pickett, Va. Pete Geren, Texas Republicans Bob Stump, Ariz." Ranking Member J. P. Hammerschmidt, Ark. Chalmers Wylie, Ohio ' Christopher Smith, N.J. Dan Burton, Ind. Michael Bilirakis, Fla. Thomas Ridge, Penn. Craig James, Fla. Cliff Steams, Fla. BillPaxon,N.Y. Floyd Spence, S.C. Dick Nichols, Kan. Rick Santorum, Penn. • . •-i-'i •I ..rii -•i: •:'i£ % STATEN ISLAND ADVANCEB MONDAY. JUNE 10. 1991 •• : • .' l " '!'•' » M .|y Fair treatment for o few old soilors It was hot until the end of Augiut 1946 that the War Slipping Administration went out of exis­ tence. Over the ensuing four months, awaiting Truman's proc­ lamation that ended the state of war, the merchant seamen re­ mained subject to Navy disci­ pline. It is difficult to understand why they should not receive ibe same benefits accorded to other members of the armed seryiecs. In the ^rmous bag of cohg^ si<nial concerns. Fields' UllSis small potatoes. The events ^t led to the unfairness happened a long time ago. Those udio were in their 20s then are in their 70s now. They are nootivated chiefly by personal pride in the adiievenoents of the Merchant Marine. In the teeth of German U-boats they transported 7 million soldiers and uncounted tons of supplies and ammunition. These few survivors ask only to be treated as other veterans have been treatd. They ask for fair play. I am on their side every indi of the way. Overdue justice for Merchant Marine World War 11 vets WASHINGTON - For most veterans of World War 11, the war that began on Dec. 7,1941, ended on Dec. 31,1946. President Harry Truman fixed that cutoff date for veterans' benefits, and that, as they say, was that. But in the process of disbanding the armed forces in the immedi­ ate postwar period, the govern­ ment fell into an act of indefensi­ ble unfairness: Members of the Merchant Marine were denied veterans' status. More than 40 years elapsed before that unfair­ ness was corrected. After a pro­ longed battle in court against the Department of Defense, the ma­ riners in early January 1988 won the same general rights that oth­ ers had enjoyed all along. They became officially "veterans." This belated act seemed too good to be true, and as it turned out, it was too good to be true. On Jan. 17,1988, in a shamefully vin­ dictive response to the court de­ cree, the defeated Department of Defense imposed a further act of unfairness on the surviving old sailors. The secretary of the air force, to whom the rraponsibility strangely had been delegated, ar­ bitrarily fixed the seamen's cutoff date as Aug. 15, 1945, instead of Dec. 31, 1946. Relatively speaking, only a handful of men were affected by the cutoff decree of 1988. Fewer than 2,500 reportedly are still alive. That is all. These are the survivors of 20,000 merchant sea­ men who were still in training when hostilities ended on Aug. 15, 1945. At that time they were still ashore. They had not yet been ordered to ports in Europe or in Asia. To treat them fairly now, in 1991, would amount largely to a symbolic act — a flag for their coffins and a marker for their graves. The old salts long ago p^sed an age at which Of college benefits mi^t have helped them. Few would be candidates for guaranteed GI loans. The cost to the taxpayers could be measured in nickels and dimes. Rep. Jack Fields, R-Texas, has been trying for the past three years to rectify the injustice. The House Ck>mmittee on . Merchant Marine and Fisheries unani­ mously approved his fairness bill a year ago, but the measure ran into a stone wall named Sonny Montgomery, D-Miss., chairman of the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and there it died. I tried to get Montgomery's side of the story,, but he failed to return re­ peated calls. Now the Committee on Mer­ chant Marine and Fisheries has again unanimously endorsed Fields' bill. Unfortunately for the aging merchant seamen, the Depvtment of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs oppose the bill. The sailors are too few in number to be bothered with. Only an appeal to fair play seems likely to move the measure to enactment The opponents' principal objection is that after Aug. 15, 1945, merchant seamen were no longer subject to military control. The answer to^that is yes and no. All through the war the marin­ ers occupied an anomalous status. Technicallv thev were still civil- A CONSERVATIVE VIEW ians, but they were subject to the full panoply Of military discipline. Their pay, as the U.S. District Court concluded, was "approxi­ mately omi^able" to the pay of men in the Navy. Adm. Chester Nimite described the Merchant Marine as "an auxiliary of the Army and Navy in time of .war." The court found that 5,662 mo-chant seamdn lost their lives to enemy action; another 600 were taken laisoner; their casualty rate almost exactly matched the casu­ alty rate of the U.S. Marine Corps. By every imaginable criteria, their service was tantamount to military service, even though they received (H-ders throu^ the War Shiiqdng Administratioa •r»l> • JamM J. tOlpaOM'a oohiim, thW ViMff" SppMVI and Thuraday on Nationally Syndicated Columnist Supports Seamen's Cause James J. Kilpatrick, whose column appears in hundreds of newspapers around the country, devoted a recent column to the need for passage of a bill which vrauld establish the same veterans status cutoff date for World^/Var li merchant mariners as the one set for the armed forces. Legisiatidn proposed by Representative Jack •. .S • Universal Press Syndicate. ©1991 Fieids (R-Texas) wouid extend the cutoff date from August 15,1945 to December 31, 1946 for World War il seamen applying for veterans status. Tfie column is reprinted with permission of the author, who before had written of the need for veterans status for Worid War li-era seafarers. ' • •.- • , • •ri- • '1- i V . .TS- •. vi . aada 'I' , • ' "r • mmm I. • - �T7?; .•' • •- '-j: •'! .: fi -V" SEAFUlCliSm 14 • "liv I V •V fl;'.':-_ .,,, • •• ', ' '' • ' I . .,.' •' .'l ... Deckhand Antonio P. Temudo and Engineer Jose Carrico clean boards which are used in the fish hold of the Foz Do Mondego. -L-; • "'S • 1^- .,!••••; - •• The SiU-crewed Foz Do Mondego sails from the port of New Bedford, Mass. 'fV,'.' •. •'.• " . Five SIU Fishermen Handle A New Bedford Dragger If If; Y::.' The SlU-crewed FA'^ Fez Do Mondego sails from the port of New Bedford, Mass., a fishing village at the beginning of the Cape Cod peninsula. The vessel's name means "where the river Mondego meets the sea." Five crewmembers, all of Portuguese de­ scent, man the Foz Do Mondego. Captain Luis Baptista, part owner of the vessel, joins in the work with Engineer Jose Carrico, Cook Herminio Meca, Mate Antonio Rebeio and Deckhand Antonio Temudo. A typical voyage lasts approximately one week to 10 days. The Foz Do Mondego is a "dragger" and sails as far as the Canadian line roughly 120 miles to the northeast, said New Bedford Port Agent Henri Francois. The Foz Do Mondego catches a variety of fish, including cod, flounder, sole and various other flatfish. Occasionally the crew is fortunate enough to catch lobster, which means extra money. The size of the catches varies but usually is substantial. For example in mid-June, the crew returned from one trip with 19,100 pounds of fish. There is no season for crewmembers onboard the Foz Do Mondego. They fish year-round, taking three days ashore after voyages of more than eight days. Seatime depends on how long it takes to fill the holds. Baptista's main concerns include over­ fishing by non-union boat owners and pro­ posals by certain Massachusetts lobstermen Deckhand Antonio P. Temudo unloads fish from the boat's hold. which would prevent draggers from selling lobsters they inadvertently catch—even if caught in state waters. The Foz Do Mondego is one of 90 fishing vessels in New Bedford under contract with the SIU. The union boats are well main­ tained and productive. New Bedford piers routinely land the highest value catch in the United States. I , •• -3°' -fl fl; i, •• I., ; SI • Cook Herminio Meca and Mate Antonio Rebeio unload the day's catch. r ."i /'u, «•/:?, J v.-:' ' •' 3 31 Captain Luis Baptista, right, talks with Mate Antonio Rebeio. Deckhand Antonio P. Temudo guides a basket of fish from the boat's hold. �; • •' yy-r^v: • ^ •'• '•i'V''V,'-'''.^''-V '"'"•^ 'r jy^y.myyy mm :V-"'-V; --vn . '>^-^p"','wJ:-'ii'' •'Vi'-''i" ''•• -"•- • ^ ''' ••-•, '. iSSSiiJIi:® J-/.-;--A' V •• ; , .--^ JULY199I ' .-_.J •-• L.-^^ f.:> -' Ten More Benefits Talks Slated for Year Benefits conferences already have been held in Houston, Mo­ bile, New York, Norfolk and St. Louis. Upcoming sessions are scheduled in the other ports as listed below. Wednesday, Philadelphia July 10 San Francisco Thursday, July 18 Wilmington Monday, July 22 Seattle Friday, July 26 Baltimore Thursday, August 8 New Orleans Tuesday, September 10 Honolulu Friday, September 13 Jacksonville Thursday, October 10 San Juan Thursday, November? Algonac Friday, December 6 :••• ./-r'v.r.v':? •-• vvfe-^' M =•'. / ' .! John Padilla and his daughter enjoy a sample of the food provided at the benefits seminars. Pensioners Andy Anderson (left) and Joe Robertson (center) join Captain Knockie Hudgins in gathering materials. 'V"" . • •„•*?;'?:.„• •; V. ••-.•' '' '" '' •.:• y"} •\' • '• .'•: ;' \>;.•^v ,'•• SEArARERS BENEFITS St. Louis Patrolman Joe Sigler (left) discusses the day's workshops and other activities with Steward/Baker R. Hanson. •.vna AB Bob Trainor gets up before a packed house to ask a question relating to the plans' death benefits. Spanish, Israeli Seamen Fight Flag-Out IMoves Continued from page 3 Since May, ISOU members had been turning up the heat in their beef with Zim, oiie of the world's largest shipping companies. The ISOU forcefully protested Zim's policy of circumventing Is­ raeli law which dictates that ships owned, controlled or operated by Israeli citizens and corporations must fly the Israeli flag. Since the mid-1980s, Zim systematically has sought and obtained waivers to the national flag requirement from the Israeli government on trumped up grounds. This desertion from the Israeli flag has resulted in a loss of close to 500 ISOU jobs. To emphasize that the ISOU will not stand idly by as Zim con­ trives to replace Israeli seafarers with third-world crews, the union called a series of demonstrative strikes last month. The docking pilots in Israel's three port cities — all of whom are members of the ISOU — did not render any service to Zim ships throughout the course of one weekend. Six of Zim's runaway-flag ships and four Israeli vessels were stopped in their tracks. The Zim Italia's ISOU crew- members struck while the vessel docked in Piraeus, Greece. Simi­ larly, the Zim America ISOU crew began their job action while in Los Angeles, and the officers of the Zim Canada engaged in a 48-hour action when berthed in Port Eliz­ abeth, N.J. The SIU, along with the International Longshore Workers Union, Checkers and Teamsters on the west coast and the International Longshoremen's Association on the east coast, in­ dicated their support for the ac­ tions of the brother Israeli seamen. The agreement to begin talks between Zim and the ISOU, an­ nounced as the LOG went to press, is the first movement on the com­ pany's part to address the policy of flagging out with the seamen affected by such a course of ac­ tion. ISOU representatives indi­ cated optimism over this devel­ opment and reported another reason to be hopeful. As a token of goodwill, Zim's management announced it would pay full back wages to all the seamen who took part in the strikes. ISOU officers told the Seafarers LOG Zim made this decision on their own initia­ tive, with no pressure from the Israeli sea officers. War Bonus Payments Are Delayed . ;'. ': :;i'I'.- ymiy" " '' "'^ ' • y:\-y . Seafarers are urged to be patient while waiting to receive their war bonus payments. The Maritime Administration (MarAd) and the Military Sealift Command announced in April that war bonuses had been approved for merchant mariners who sailed on U.S.-flag vessels operating in the Persian Gulf west of 53 degrees east longitude between the start of U.S. fighting on January 17 and the formal cease-fire on April 11. Mariners were told to make cop­ ies of their discharges as proof of the dates they sailed in the war zone. The copies were to be sent to the marine operations manager of the company operating that par­ ticular vessel. "To every Seafarer who has called asking about the war bonus, we have asked him or her to be patient," Chris Knisa, a maritime training specialist at MarAd, told the Seafarers LOG. "You are eligible for it in ac­ cordance with the parameters al­ ready announced. You will be get­ ting the bonus, but it does take time." Krusa noted the paperwork is quite heavy with all the retroactive requests for payments received by MarAd from the companies. "We have to verify all requests. Some mariners think that because their ship carried military equipment and sailed in the Middle East, like only to Israel, they qualify. Un­ fortunately, they don't," he added. Augie Tellez, SIU assistant vice president, said the union has been working with its contracted op­ erators and the government in an attempt to clear up the bureau­ cratic delays. Tellez said Seafarers would be kept apprised of devel­ opments on this matter through membership meetings and the LOG. During the second day of the strike of Zim America officers, the SIU hosted a cookout for their brother and sister seafarers. Patrolman Tricker (second from left), who is handling the grill, is joined by three crewmembers. 4 ISOU officer Eli Romano (right) is joined by Seafarers in Port Elizabeth, N.J. where the Zim Canada was expected to berth. From left are Joe Vazquez, Edd Morris, Andy Vidal, Richard Almojera and Romano. - -ir;' �!eSfS3aa«^T!:-3:]»?ffp SEAFAHeitS 106 Dispatchers* Report for Deep Sea MAY 16-JUNE 15, 1991 HUeHI^ Deep " 'i-i-r,; inneyPoiiit Monday, Auguist 5 lb Tuesday, September 3 New York Tuesdiay, August 6 Tuesday, September 3 pbil^p^ Wednesday; August 7 Wednesday, September 4 Baltimore Thursday, August 8 Thursday, Septembers Norfolk Thursday, August 8 f 'i . ^ f.'.'• S»r b',' i 5 • JacksonvUle Thurisday, August 8 Thursday, September 5 10 13 I' WM ':>>lloii$ton'' Monday, August 12 ^ September 9 New Orieans Tuesday, August 13 Tuesday, September 10 Mobile Wednesday, August 14 Wednesday, September II San Francisco Thursday, August 15 Thursday, September 12 Wilmington Monday, August 19 Monday, Septepibe| lb 2 6 12 14 'S:i rJV- 7^ Friday, August 9 ? Fiiday, September 6 io 3 Port Philadelphia Baltimore 1 133 1 107 11 19 31 15 27 14 10 8 49 5 10 60 20 15 5 5 143 3 liW ENGINE DEPARTMENT 20 4 T 5 4 a iaanjuan Thursday, August 8 Thursday, September 5 St. Louis Friday, August 16 Friday, September 13 Honolulu Friday, August 16 Friday, September 13 Duluth Wednesday, August 14 Wednesday, September 11 Jersey City Wednei^ay, August 21 Wednesday, September 18 New Bedford Wednesday, August 21 Tuesday, September 17 Personals Pamela (Ex-Chief Cook Aboard the SS Del Vaile) Please contact Luis Escobai at (808) 935-9987 or write to him at P.O. Box 802, Hilo, Hawaii 96721. Shipmates of James Orin Thomas Will any former shipmate of JamesOrin Thomas please call Jeity Little at (409) 838-9941. Mr. little needs to talk with you in order to help me. Thanks. X-MAN John Steeber (aka Joey Ramone) needs your address. Write him at 24 Grant PL, Irvington, N.J. 07111. Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Hpnolulu ^mton .Louis BY Point Algonac Totals 11 12 0 1 4 29 15 6 8 5 7 3 y 3 165 35 .3 • ^ 0 7 15 6 11 3 36 10 1 a Ad 2 388 0 50 208 2 291 401 Totals All Departments 630 548 715 510 455 632 234 877 560 619 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. A total of 1,831 jobs wwe shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,831 jobs shipped, 510 jobs or about 28 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C** seniority people. From May 16 to June 15, a total of 234 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief proeram began on April 1, 1982, a total of 14,261 jobs have been shipped. �mm juiYim T '•'a, a he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 32 members this month. Twenty-two of those signing off sailed in the deep sea division, nine sailed in the inland division and one sailed on Great Lakes ships. Deck department member An­ drew N. Boney and steward depart­ ment member Robert E. Thomas have been members longer than any of the others to retire. Brothers Boney and Thomas joined the Sea­ farers in 1945. At 71 (as of February), galley gang member Saturino Simsuangco is the oldest of the new pensioners. Likewise, fellow steward depart­ ment Seafarer Byron Smith, also re­ tiring, celebrated his 71st birthday in May. Brief biographical sketches of these and the other new pensioners follow: DEEP SEA CHESTER L. ANDERSON, 65, joined the Seafarers in June 1955 in the port of San Francisco. A native of Canada, he sailed in the deck de­ partment. Brother Anderson has re­ tired to his native Newfoundland. ANDREW N. BONEY, 63, joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of New York. Bom in Windsor, Va., he shipped in the deck de­ partment. Brother Boney graduated from the bosun recertification course in March 1974. He served in the Army from 1950 to 1951 and now calls South Hill, Va. home. HENRY J. BROADUS, 51, joined the union in 1957 in the port of Mo­ bile, Ala. Bom in Mobile, he sailed in the steward department. Brother Broadus resides in Grand Bay, Ala. JAMES HUGOS, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1958 in the port of Lake Charles, La. Brother Buggs was a member of the galley gang and still calls'^his na­ tive Lake Charles home. VIRGIL J. CAMPBELL, 66, joined the SIU in 1973 in the port of Hous­ ton. Bom in Cov­ ington County, Ala., Brother Campbell is a veteran of both the Army (1944-46) and Air Force (1946-53). He sailed in the steward department, upgraded at the Lundeberg School and retired to An­ dalusia, Ala. GEORGE E. HARRISON, 61, joined the SIU in 1953 in the port of New York. The Mathews, Va. native sailed in the engine department and upgraded at the Lundeberg School in -t. —sr_r. - •;» To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men arid women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. 1984. Brother Harrison still lives in Mathews. RONALD K. CARRAWAY, 60, joined the union in 1958 in the port of New York. The De­ troit native was a member of the deck department who upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1982. Brother Carraway served in the Army from 1946 until 1951. He re­ sides in the Philippines. JOHN E. DOYLE, 62, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1946 in the port of New York. Bom in To­ ledo, Ohio, Brother Doyle shipped in the deck department. In 1960 he received a personal safety award for work onboard the Maiden Creek. He served in the Army from 1948 to 1950 and lives in San Fran­ cisco. CHARLES H. HURLBURT, 61, joined the union in 1959. Bom in Roches­ ter, N.Y., Brother Hurlburt was a member of the galley gang. He served in the Navy from 1947 until 1951 and currently resides in Houston. LEON LOCKEY, 70, joined the Seafarers in 1956 in the port of Balti­ more. The native of Mississippi shipped in the black-gang and up­ graded at the Lundeberg School. Brother Lockey served in the Army from 1945 to 1949. He lives in New Orleans. ANTHONY J. MELANSON, 64, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New York. A native of Brooklyn, N.Y., Brother Melanson sailed in the deck department. He served in the Navy from 1945 to 1947 and retired to Jersey City, N.J. BYRON SMITH, 71, joined the union in 1965 in the port of San Francisco. Bom in England, Brother Smith shipped in the steward depart­ ment. He calls Oakland, Calif, home. DAVID KETCHUM, 56, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1955 in the port of Balti­ more. The Mary­ land native sailed in the deck department. Brother Ketchum frequently upgraded at the Lundeberg School and lives in Baltir more. THOMAS R. NAVARRE, 63, joined the SIU in 1951 in the port of New York. He was bom in Louisi­ ana and shipped in the steward de­ partment. Brother Navarre frequently upgraded at the Lundeberg School and served in the Army ftem 1945 to 1946. He retired to San Pedro, Calif. MIKE OHANNESIAN, 65, joined the union in 1947 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. Bom in Michigan, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Ohaimesian served in the Navy from 1943 until 1946. He lives in Wilmington, Calif. ALVIN C. OLANDER, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1947 in the port of New York. The Maine native was a member of the galley gang, and he frequently up­ graded at the Lundeberg School. Brother Olander resides in Virginia. ALFRED T. PORCARI,61, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New York. The Marine Corps veteran was bom in Brooklyn, N.Y. He shipped in the deck and steward departments and upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Brother Porcari retired to Richmond Hill, N.Y. LINWOODC. RICH, 66, joined the union in 1976 in the port of New York. Bom in Maine, he sailed in the deck de­ partment. Brother Rich com­ pleted bosun recertification in 1981. He served in the Navy from 1942 to 1966 and lives in Pasadena, Texas. SATURINO SIMSUANGCO, 71, joined the Seafarers in 1964 in the port of Bal­ timore. A native of the Philip­ pines, he shipped in the steward department. Brother Simsuangco served in the Navy from 1945 until 1952. He resides in East Bmnswick, NJ. ROBERT E. THOMAS, 65, joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Bom in Missis­ sippi, he was a member of the galley gang. Brother Thomas re­ ceived a safety award in 1961 for his work onboard the SS Wacosta. He retired to New Orleans. JAMES A. WALLER, 65, joined the union in 1949 in the .port of Tampa, Fla. The native of Savannah, Ga. shipped in the deck department. Brother Waller served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. He resides in Georgia. RICHARD K. WILLIAMS, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1947 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Bom in Peters­ burg, Va., he sailed in the deck department. Brother Williams frequently up­ graded at the Lundeberg School. He lives in Roper, N.C. INLAND ROBERT G. ELIA, 63, joined the union in 1974 in the port of Philadel­ phia. A native of Vineland, N.J., Boatman Elia shipped in the steward department. He resides in Vineland. WALTER D. HENRY, 66, joined the SIU in 1979 in the port of Tampa, Ha. The Ohio native shipped in the deck department. Boatman Henry upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1985. He re­ tired to Riverview, Fla. i- ROMAN JANKOWIAK, 62, joined the union in 1957 in the port of Balti­ more. He sailed in the deck de­ partment. Boat­ man Jankowiak served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1946 to 1948. He lives in his native Baltimore. JOSEPH H. KLEIMAN, 63, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1957 in the port of Houston. The Galveston, Texas native shipped in the black-gang. Boatman Kleiman re­ tired to his native Galveston. Continued on page 21 •S • �mmm • A.-' . '.f. .,'••• •'' '"- ' •'• -.V''V •^.''C •'-'•-!•.• I." • •' •y/'' • " • ••• ' 18 SEAfARlRS LOG "•.a',' DispatchersV Report for Groat Lakes CL—Company/Lakes L—Lakes NP—Hon Priority MAY I6-JUNE 15,1991 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Port :onac I;- :r^ DECK DEPARTMENT i, wxx%:m: Port •mmikia Port -•i ^- .• TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP 9.^?- IS I ENGINE DEPARTMENT STEWARD DEPARTMENT ENTRY DEPARTMENT 'm' (I 9 Totals Ail Departments 0 41 35 0 80 8 0 65 51 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Diopatchoro* Roport for inland Wators MAY 16--JUNE 15, 1991 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A - Class B Class C . '-X' 1 0 5 0 0 n 0 17 2 0 0 0 A 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 r 'o 0 n A A A A m. AVilmih^ri Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac St Louis Piney Point Totals ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Port New York Philadelphi Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ' . 0 14 Port lew:York,,,^, Xphiladelpliia' Norfolk Mobile New Orleans J Jacksonville [ San Franciscd (Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals Port XNew York Philadelphia .kji Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac St. Louis BneSLPoinf Totals Totals All Departments 55 1 20 23 0 15 235 98 41 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Onraff Ofradwr President liiicliael Sacco • 'Secretary-Treasurer John Fay' pyecutive Vice President ' Joseph Sacco Vice President Collective Bargaining . Anguus "Red" Campbell Vice President West Coast •George.'McCairt^ ' ;Viee President Government Services ; Roy A. VBuck?^Merce^ Vice President Atlantic Coast .; JackCaffiey Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Byron Kelley Vice President Gulf Coast • • • .'DeanCorgey " •'sX HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301)899-0675 ; 'ALGONAC • "• ,. 520 St..Clair River Dr. • .yi:\X0-Algonac, MI 48001 ^ ^7^ (313)794-4988 ' X BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St, Baltimore, MD 21202 ' -/S's (301) 327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Dulutb, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi Street Honolulu. HI 96819 (808)845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713)659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904)353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 -JC4 , (201)435-9424 , MOBILE sf 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36605 (205) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 'XX-' NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 . . , (718)499-6600 J NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 8. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 ; (215) 336-3818 * 1> X PD^ POINT St. Mary's County Piney Point, Jjfb 20674 ; ;.:^|7xx-' (301) 994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO X|| XX 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 X (415) 543-5855 Gdvemmerit Services Division (415)861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809) 721-4033 SEATTLE ; 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 X (206) 441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 ':-'XXy:X.y' 'v.-xX->7' (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213)54^000 ... V .c A'.'" • ../X. Ji'v 'X ®?S|xilx7 �mm mibm •.••; •;. • -' '•rjT', ; JULY 1991 .;' ' ' Vie Seafarers LOG Mtempts to print as many digests of union stilptward minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space iimMtions, some witt be omitted. Ships minutes are reviewed by the union's contract department. Those Issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships minutes. CAPE MOHICAN (OMl Corp.), Janu­ ary 20 — Chairman David N. Martz, Secretary Manuel Faria, Deck Delegate Ronald Makowiecki, Engine Delegate Robert W. Carey, Steward Delegate Luis Lopez. Chairman discussed ran­ dom drug testing, asked crew to separate plastics from rest of trash and called for intensive fire and boat drills, as ship was headed for Persian Gulf. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Operation Desert Shield bulletin was read. Crew reported some of allotments mailed on January 1 had not been received at home. Crew also thanked steward department for job well done. CAPE MOHICAN iOMl Coip.), Febru­ ary 20 — Chairman David N. Martz, Secretary Manuel Faria, Educational Di­ rector R.O'Brian, Deck Delegate Elmer Meyer, Engine Delegate Robert W. Carey, Steward Delegate Luis Lopez. Chairman asked crew to minimize noise in passageways and keep pantry and crew lounge clean, also asked captain if danger pay was approved for January and February. Educational director sug^ gested crewmembers might get books or­ dered from MSC and upgrade at Piney Point. Steward delegate reported beef. Deck and engine delegates reported no beefs or disputed OT. Crewmembers asked contracts department for clarifica­ tion of imminent danger pay. Crew ex­ tended vote of thanks to steward department. NEDLLOYD J/C/DSO/V (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), February 24 — Chairman John Neff, Secretary R.G. Connolly. Chair­ man discussed substance abuse and its implications, also spoke about ship's cleanliness. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew thanked Chief Cook Mohamed Abdelfattah and GSUs Jose Santiago and Mike Strickland for doing good job. Crew observed one min­ ute of silence in memory of departed brothers and sisters. PFC EUGENE A. OflffEGOiV(Water­ man), February 17 Chairmari E.A. Rihn, Secretary Patrick Helton, E>eck Delegate Gary J. Ryhne, Engine Dele­ gate Maximo Dising, Steward Delegate Albert H. Hendricks. Chairman noted he is available to help with any prob­ lems. No beefs or disputed OT reported. CAPE FLORIDA (IMC), March 4 — Chairman Bryan Peirsol, Secretary Wil­ liam Pitt, Educational Director Michael Manuel, Deck Delegate Roland Noble, Engine Delegate Robert Sails, Steward Delegate Daniel Watts. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. Engine and stew­ ard delegates reported no beefs or dis­ puted OT. Crew asked contracts department to look into dental benefits for family members. Crew inquired about war risk bonus. In Persian Gulf, crew witnessed several attacks and saw missile land approximately 300 yards to starboard side of ship. CAPE HUDSON (lOM), March 10 — Chairman George Cruz, Secretary Humberto Ortiz. Chairman explained Persian Gulf bonuses. Treasurer pro­ posed an emergency fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for mattresses for use on deck during hot weather. GREEN VALLEY (Waterman), March 24 — Chairman Andrew Mack, Secre­ tary Robert Bright. Steward delegate re­ ported disputed OT and beef. No disputed OT or beefs reported by deck and engine delegates. Crew requested contracts department look into changes for vacation time and benefits program. Galley gang thanked by crew.'Next ports: Newport News,Va., Savannah, Ga. and New Orleans. OI/E/7S£AS>ll7Cr/C (Maritime Over­ seas), March 9 — Chairman John Little, Secretary Fernando Urias, Deck Dele­ gate Tim Olvany, Engine Delegate Andy Lopez, Steward Delegate RJ. Koiecki. Chairman announced possible layup of up to 10 days without layoff. He indicated reliefs per old shipping rules would likely be reinstated. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew re­ quested contracts department to maintain or increase current manning scale due to safety considerations. Steward depart- • ment thanked for good meals. Next port: Nederland, Texas. SEA-LAND CRUSADER (Sea-Land Service), March 31 — Chairman Joseph A. Osario, Secretary Nick Andrews, Deck Delegate Glenn Reynolds, Stew­ ard Delegate Jose Ortiz. Treasurer listed $50 in ship funds. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine delegate or steward delegate. Crew requested in­ creased variety of food, asked that offi­ cers refrain from visiting crew lounge. Next port: San Juan, P.R. Steward Assistant Rut! DeMont Is h^py with the answer she received concerning a union contract situation aboard the Cape Farewell. until end of voyage. Educational director explained shiphandling simulator course at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate asked for advance notice for future watch schedule changes. Steward dele­ gate reported disputed OT and need for condiment trays for rougfrseg^ He also noted SA's room was floodeoTrom deck drain. Ship is still short two VCRs. TV and radio antennas need repair. Next port: Norfolk, Va. couraged all members to upgrade at Piney Point and contribute to SPAD. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew asked con­ tracts department to review an increase in dental benefits and v acation time counting toward retirement. All mem­ bers were asked to keep coffee mess area clean and reduce noise in passageways after working hours. AMERICAN FALCON (American Transport), April 24 — Chairman Bill Van Horn, Secretary Karen Van Horn, Educational Director Kevin Gordon, Deck Delegate Dave Johnson, Steward Delegate John Ganter. Chairman an­ nounced upcoming payoff. Educational director noted opportunity to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT re­ port^. Crew requested mattress pads for plastic mattresses and replacement chairs for cabins. Kevin Gordon sought infor­ mation about lost and stolen luggage. - . Next port: Wilmington, N.C. CAPEHORNdOM), April 21 — Chairman Paul Domes, Secretary W. Schmale. Chairman announced payoff scheduled for Saturday. He said clarifica­ tion on war bonuses was forthcoming. Delegates reported no beefs or disputed OT. \. • CAPE HUDSON (lOM), April 21 — Chairman Leonard Spivey, Secretary Humherto Ortiz, Educational Director John Yarber. Secretary announced, in honor of fatally injured former chairman George Craz, each crewmember would CAPE HENRY(lOM), March 24 — Chairman William Hampson, Secretary Ralph Thomas. Secretary asked crew to properly dispose of plastic. Engine dele­ gate reported beef with chief engineer. No disputed OT reported by deck and steward delegates. S4AfHO(/SrOIV(Waterman), March 17 — Chairman H.O. Leake, Eiducational Director Russell Zeller. Chairman reported agreement between officers and crew to split cost for radio/scanner. He announced upcoming ship inspection. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked about shortening wait for money for those getting off ship. Next port: Newport News, Va. Getting Questions Answered • 19 USNS BOLD(V.S. Marine Manage­ ment), March 8 — Chairman Ernest Caltenback, Secretary John MacDougal. Chairman reported dissatis­ faction with loss of exercise room and impending loss of rec room. He also noted captain does not approve overtime Getting the Facts Cape Farewell crewmembers AB Ralph Capetta (left). Chief Cook Gary Owens (second from left) and Bosun Tom Walker (standing) talk with Patrolman Anthony McQuay before sailing to the Persian Gulf. CAPE ANN(Amsea), April 19 — Chairman William Dawson, Secretary Glenn D'Ambrosio, Deck Delegate Howard Hare, Engine Delegate Mon­ roe Monsiur. Chairman noted payoff would take place in Yorktown, Va. later in month. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading at Piney Point. Chief Steward Glenn D'Ambrosio was elected ship's treasurer, and he listed $30 in ship fund. Deck delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by engine delegate or steward delegate. Crew received verification of war bonus. Crew asked for new furni­ ture, ice machine and ventilation system for rec room. Next port: Yorktown. CAPE DUCATO (lOM), April 7 — Chairman George J. Diefenbach, Secretaiy Ramond L. Jones, Educafional Di­ rector J. Griffith, Deck Delegate Donald Davis, Engine Delegate Van C. Jones, Steward Delegate Larry Ewing. Chairman reminded watch personnel to make coffee for their reliefs. He urged everyone to upgrade as soon as possible. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers and sisters. CAPE FAREWELL (IMC), April 14 — Chairman John Thompson, Secretary W.Waller, Deck Delegate Tim Fitzger­ ald, Engine Delegate Henry Hall, Stew­ ard Delegate Rati DeMont. Educational director urged everyone to upgrade. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. En­ gine delegate reported no beefs or dis­ puted OT. Steward delegate reported 90-day stores due in Germany. Crew re­ quested headquarters' attention regard­ ing compensation difficulties. Everyone was asked to abide by new plastic dis­ posal law. Crewmembers want new mov­ ies, planned swap in Germany. CAPE FLORIDA (IMC), April 21 — Chairman Bryan Peirsol, Secretaiy Wil­ liam Pitt, Deck Delegate Roland Noble, Engine Delegate Albert Ragnoni, Stew­ ard Delegate Dan Watts. Chairman said no word had been received regarding war bonuses. Educational director en- •mite make $1CX) donation to Mrs. George Cruz. Educational director recommended upgrading at Lundeberg School. No brofs or disputed OT reported. Crew planned to start new ship's fund, as old one was sent to Mrs. Cruz. Crew said laundry facilities needed repair. Crew ob­ served one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers and sisters. CONSTELLATION(Maersk), April 2 — Chairman Salvatore Ciciulla, Secre­ tary L. Fend, Deck Delegate H. Wood, Engine Delegate A. Meyer, Steward Del­ egate C. Dominguez. Secretary stressed importance of SPAD donations. Educa­ tional director described the facilities crewmembers can enjoy while upgrading at Lundeberg School in Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for clarification regarding war bonus. Crew voted to purchase video rewinder to save weir on VCR. Steward department thanked crew for helping keep ship clean. Crew asked for patroir man at payoff as many new members want to pay dues and initiation. COURIER (Vulcan Carriers), April 9 — Chairman Kadir P. Amat, Secretary Dana Zuls. Chairman reported ship re­ ceived contract and issues of LOG. He asked for clarification from contracts de­ partment regarding length of current as­ signment. He reported captain declined launch service when ship was at anchor for three days because captain thought they would not be there more than 24 hours. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew suggested contracts department look into increases in pension and vaca­ tion pay. GUS DARNELL (Ocean Shipholding), April 14 — Chairman Terry Thomas, Secretary Richard Paulson, Educational Director Larry Phillips, Deck Delegate J.F. Caballero, Engine E)elegate Craig Croft, Steward Delegate Antonio Carrasquillo. Chairman announced cancella­ tion of relief provision was lifted. He reported ship lacking numerous items, in­ cluding fresh bruit and vegetables. He said coffee was being made at 0930 for Continued on page 20 • ,/r ' •< -r • t •• i I- �ssgte8ssa£s»s"t?T-s-;s; ' -:,' Continued from page 19 -!•' 1000 coffee time. Educational director encouraged SPAD donations and upgrad­ ing at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate asked for verification on midnight hot meal for 12-to-4 watch. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew noted cleaning gear needed and reported enjoyable cookouts and basketball games on fantail once or twice monthly with smooth sail­ ing in between. G/?E47L>lWD(IOM), April 28 — Chairman Dennis Brown, Secretary Paul Calimer, Educational Director C. Hines, Deck Delegate Robert O'Conneii, Engine Delegate Steve Bigelow, Steward Delegate David Campbell. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. ;Vl ^i^:-r SGT.MATEJKOCAK (Waterman), April 7 — Chairman Angelo Urti, Secre­ tary Milton Phelps, Educational Direc­ tor D. Peterson, Deck Delegate Michael Duggan, Engine Delegate Michael Tremper, Steward Delegate Antonio Prizmik. Chairman reported no union mail received during current voyage. He thanked all departments for cooperation and announced payoff scheduled for midmonth. Secretary also thanked depart­ ments for cooperation and support. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew dis­ cussed war bonuses, reminded those get­ ting off to register on time returning to home port. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers and sisters. ••f. • '^:\ i: :f. • ''' •'• • -' •f tf •: ti •• ti ,:• •,^ • w- 'V,. '--'Ir '• » • -'i -t.-' ROBERT E. LEE(Waterman), April 14 — Chairman William Penny Jr., Secretary Paul Hunt, Educational Direc­ tor Jerald Graham. Educational direc­ tor strongly encouraged members to upgrade at Piney Point and take advan­ tage of educational opportunities offered by union. Treasurer listed $2(X) in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported mail not arriving regu­ larly, extended vote of thanks to QMED Charlie Smith's wife for sending LOGS by mail. Also extended vote of thanks to engine, deck and steward departments and offered sympathies to families who lost loved ones on Stonewall Jackson. Next port: Norfolk, Va. LIBERTY BELLE, (Liberty Maritime), April 28 — Chairman E.K. Bryan, Sec­ retary I.R. Fletcher, Educational Direc­ tor E. Smith. Chairman reported smooth trip, asked members to take advantage of upgrading and educational opportunities at Piney Point. He explained advantage of job security attained by upgrading. SEAMfffAS LOG -,1"ST- Deck and engine delegates reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by steward delegate. Rec room VCR needs replaced. Crew asked to keep noise down in quarters while others sleep. Crew extended vote of thanks to steward department for good food and clean dining area. Next port: Portland, Ore. LIBERTY STAR (Liheny Maritime), April 28 — Chairman Joseph San Filippo, Secretary Vincent Sanchez Jr., Educational Director Jose Hipolito, Deck Delegate Willie Chestnutt, Stew­ ard Delegate Stanley Daranda. Chair­ man reported good trip to Singapore, though one man hospitalized due to ill­ ness. Chairman thanked crew and an­ nounced retirement following current trip. He said ship would arrive in Port­ land, Ore. May 7, with payoff following day. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang "especially GSU Stanley Daranda" for cleanliness, also commended upkeep of living areas. ITB MOBILE (Sheridan Transporta­ tion), April 21 — Chairman David Palumbo. Secretary F. Cordero, Educational Director Jerry Dellinger, Deck Delegate Joseph E. Miller. Chair­ man said he was proud of crew. Educa­ tional director urged donations to SPAD and upgrading at Lundeberg School. Treasurer listed $15 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang, also received thanks for helping during meal hours with riding gangs. Next port: New York. NUEVO SAN JUAN (Pueno Rico Ma­ rine), April — Chairman Manuel Silva, Secretary Charles Curley, Educational Director CJ. Gallagher, Deck Delegate Robert Kirk. Chairman stressed import tance of donating to SPAD. He asked crewmembers to keep mess hall closed while in port, also asked them to help keep garbage sorted. Educational direc­ tor noted entire ship's fund was used to purchase microwave oven. Deck dele­ gate reported dispute over some division of wages. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by engine or steward delegates. Crew discussed ship safety and cleanli­ ness as well as internal cooperation. Chairman added this is one of best crews he has sailed with. OMI LEADER iOMl), April 28 — Chairman Ronald Charles, Secretary William Rohles, Educational Director Dyke P. Gardner^ Deck Delegate Efstratios Zouhantis, Engine Delegate Sean D. Walker, Steward Delegate Glo­ ria Holmes. Chairman announced pay­ off due at next port. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine or stew- SpM" •'' '^_-l,'.'v ••• ir " 'f:'-;: f", "f • 7f-' i;-':. -;r '.i. • r OMI WABASH (OMI), April 21 — Chairman Joseph Moore, Secretary TJ. Smith, Educational Director Patrick McNamara, Deck Delegate George Lugo, Engine Delegate Paul Ben Adams, Steward Delegate Cesar Avila. Treasurer listed $12 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew sug­ gested contracts department look into changes in retirement, health plans and pay scale. Next port: Baltimore. OMI WILLAMETTE (OMI Corp.), April 28 — Chairman C. Pryor, Secre­ tary Robert Scott, Educational Director J. Badgett, Engine Delegate Daniel Bland, Steward Delegate James Prado. Chairman announced payoff in Long Beach, Calif. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Robert Scott gave Bosun Pryor and crew a vote of thanks for condition of ship, also asked everyone to upgrade, if not for themselves, for families. OVERSEAS OH/O (Maritime Over­ seas), April 7 — Chairman C,0, Herrera, Secretary E. Gray, Educational Director Monte Beck, Deck Delegate W. Douglas, Engine Delegate G. Banda, Steward Delegate R. Brown. Chairman advised crew old washer fixed and new one installed. He said vessel scheduled for two trips to Valdez, Alaska. Secretary stated almost 20 mov­ ies have been added to library. Educa­ tional director reminded Seafarers to upgrade at Lundeberg School and con­ tribute to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked when pre-war shipping rules will return. Steward de­ partment thanked for excellent job. Next ports: Vialdez and Long Beach, Calif. PA TRIOT(Vulcan Carriers), April 11 — Chairman Ralph Gibbs, Secretary Rudolf Springat, Educational Director Lesley Cope, Deck Delegate Gene Dimmick, Engine Delegate John Wil­ son, Steward Delegate Gerald Kirtsey. Chairman reported smooth sailing. Edu­ cational director urged members to do­ nate to SPAD. Treasurer Chris Jensen noted $762.90 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to explore possibil­ ity of company providing ship with enough money for draws when docking between payoffs. Members asked for de­ tails on war bonus. No mail received for two months. Galley gang thanked for fine food. Next port: Subic Bay, Philip­ pines. PRIDE OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), April 8 — Chairman Henry E. Jones, Secretary F. Robertson, Educa­ tional Director R. Lukacs, Steward Dele­ gate Eddie Fisher. Chairman announced payoff to take place April 10 in New Or­ leans. Educational director urged eligible crewmembers to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer listed $210 in ship's fund. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crewmembers had questions about signing foreign arti­ cles at time of payoff. Members noted air conditioning not working properly in rooms. Next port: New Orleans. PFC EUGENE OBREGON (Water­ man), April 21 — Chairman E.A. Rihn, Secretary Patrick Helton, Deck Dele­ gate Gary J. Rhyne, Engine Delegate Maximo Dising, Steward Delegate Al­ bert L. Hendricks. Chairman thanked everyone for smooth trip, said they needed to ask patrolman for clarification on sanitary duties of DEU. Secretary thanked deck and engine departments for cooperation. Educational director asted each crewmember to contribute two vid­ eotapes to ship's collection. No beefs or OT disputes reported. Crew thanked gal­ ley gang. Next port: Port Hueneme, Calif. ||t; I iW' ; t :•- ard delegates. Crew thanked steward de­ partment for good food and good wpric. . '••• Patrolman Aboard Cape Farewell Helps Settle Welfare Matter Patrolman Anthony McQuay (right) helps Bosun Tom Walker (left) with a union welfare matter while OMU Wilbert Miles and AS Albert Hadley wait in line. RANGER (Vuncan Carriers), April 15 — Chairman Juan Castillo, Secretary Roger Linasan, Educational Director Randall Firestine, Deck Delegate Jim Delay, Steward Delegate Joanne Knight. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew requested new washing ma­ chine. SEA-LAND ACHIEVER (Sea-Land Service), April 14 — Chairman John Bertolino, Secretary J. DeLise, Deck Delegate Joe Chiaramonte, Engine Del­ egate Robert Vance. Chairman reported payoff due at next port, Elizabeth, N.J. Educational director urged upgrading at Lundeberg School. Deck and steward delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine delegate. Crew requested additional laun­ dry equipment. SEA-LAND ATLANTIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), April I — Chairman W.C. Byrd, Secretary R. K. Ward, Educational Di­ rector J. Ashley. Secretary noted TV an­ tenna receiver needs repair. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and en­ gine delegates. Crew waiting for individ­ ual room refrigerators. Next port: Charleston, S.C. SEA-LAND CHALLENGER (SeaLand Service), April 14 — Chairman Roy L. Williams, Secretary H.L. Scypes, Educational Director Dennis Baker, Engine Delegate,Valentin Martinez, Steward Delegate Jessie Lee James. Chairman requested patrolman at payoff in Elizabeth, N.J. Steward depart­ ment thanked deck gang for cooking at Easter cookout. Crew thanked galley gang, especially Chief Cook Jessie James, for good food and hard work. Next port: Elizabeth. SEA-LAND CONSUMER (Sea Land Service), April 23 — Chairman Raul Iglesias. Secretary Luis Iturrino, Educa­ tional Director Jack Davis, Deck Delegate Tom Gruber. Chairman noted anyone onboard more than eight months needed to get off ship. Deck delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No disputed OT re­ ported by engine or steward delegates. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Service), April 28 — Chairman Eiex Cary Jr., Secretary Louise Martin. Chairman noted successful trip and good crew. Educational director reminded ev­ eryone to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND EXPEDITION (Sea-Land Service), April 7 — Chairman Jimmy Hassan, Secretary E. Vazquez, Educa­ tional Director David Dukehart, Stew­ ard Delegate Barry Johnson. Chairman noted everything running smoothly. He announced shipping rules reverted to pre­ war status. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. SEA-LAND EXPLO/IE/? (Sea-Land Service), April 13 — Chairman Ted A. Tolentino, Secretary Suhermadhy Ghani, Educational Director Robert E. Blackwell, Deck Delegate Jabez E. Pegg, Engine Delegate Theodore V. Hawkins, Steward Delegate Ruben Casin Jr. Chairman and secretary anliounced they will be leaving vessel for two-trip relief. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for good chow. Next port: Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND EXPRESS (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), April 6 — Chairman J.M. Ard, Secretary J.L. Johnson, Educational Di­ rector G.Jaramillo. Chairman said trip went well and crew was thanked for keeping ship clean. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reminded to upgrade at Piney Point. Steward department thanked for job well done. SEA-LAND FREEDOM (Sea-Land Service), April 28 — Chairman Robert Woods, Secretary Gene Sivley, Educa­ tional Director Ray Chapman. Trea­ surer listed $174 in ship's fund, turned in to chairman on April 28. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew wished J. Owens and F. Timmons happy retire­ ment and good fishing! Next port: Ta­ coma, Wash. SEA-LAND HAWAII (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), April 9 — Chairman Carroll Continued on pagei2 �MrWM '":vi^r 21 OTILIO MARTINEZ, 63, joined the Seafarers in 1977 in the port of San Juan, P.R. A na­ tive Puerto Rican, Boatman Martinez sailed in the deck depart­ ment. He lives in Santurce, P.R. DELMA E. POLK, 62, joined the union in 1957 in the port of Houston. Bom in Kennard, Texas, he shipped in the deck department and frequently up­ graded at the Lundeberg School. Boatman Polk resides in Kennard, Texas. ENRIQUE N. RIVERA, 63, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1976 in the port of San Juan, P.R. He shipped in the deck de­ partment. He also served in the Coast Guard from 1946 until 1966. Boatman Rivera re­ tired to Rio Piedras, P.R. ROBERT G. TAYLOR, 56, joined the SIU in 1959 in the port of Philadelphia. A native of Vir­ ginia, Boatman Taylor now resides in Mathews, Va. p.: i:J • • m HAMOUD ZAWKARI,65, joined the union in 1966 in the port of Buffalo. Bom in Arabia, he shipped in the deck depart­ ment. Boatman Zawkari retired to Brooklyn, N.Y. GREAT LAKES JACK ALLEN, 59, joined the SlUih 1958 in the port of De­ troit. A native of St. Clair, Mich., he sailed in the deck department. Brother Allen sailed as an AB wheelsman primarily aboard Thomlison Fleet vessels. He became the Duluth (Minn.) port agent in 1971. When the Algonac (Mich.) union hall opened in 1980, Allen was named port agent there. He still calls St. Clair home. CORRECTION An incorrect biography for deep sea pensioner Roy C. McCauIey was pub­ lished in last month's Seafarers LOG. The collected sketch appears below. ROY C. McCAULEY, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1970 in the port of Balti­ more. The native of Alabama up­ graded his engine department rating to QMED in 1974 at the Lundeberg School. Broher Mc­ CauIey last sailed aboard the LNG Gemini. He has retired to Baltimore. Looking Forward to Retirement Charles Corrente, pictured here with his wife, Rose, recently announced his retirement after sailing 40 years with the SIU. Corrente, a galley gang mernber, joined the union in 1951. While Brother Corrente may not be sailing in the future, he will keep up with Seafarers by talking to his son, Dave Heindel, who happens to be an SIU asistant vice president. m'- Senator Sampies Seafarer-Style Chow On a recent inspection of APL's President Adams, Senator John Breaux (D-La.) (second from right) sampled the SIU galley gang's freshly-baked cookies. With Breaux are (from left) SIU San Francisco Port Agent Nick Celona, APL Vice President Gene Pentimonti, Chief Steward Allen HoNinger, Chief Cook A.J. Carpenter and GSU Burt Richardson. Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the„SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safe­ guarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recom­ mendations and separate findings. TRUSTFUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and In­ land Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and manage­ ment representatives and their alter­ nates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquar­ ters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and senior­ ity are protected exclusively by con­ tracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and avail­ able in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The proper address for this is: Angus Red Campbell, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU mem­ ber works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know theircon­ tract rights, as well as their obliga­ tions, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper memner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, they should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the po­ litical purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This estab­ lished policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should im­ mediately be reported to Union head­ quarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should ob­ tain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immedi­ ately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employ­ ment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL AC­ TIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its ob­ jects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, so­ cial and economic interests of mari­ time workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such ob­ jects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective of­ fice. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job dis­ crimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condi­ tion of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper con­ duct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of thecontribution for investigation and appropriate ac­ tion and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to pro­ tect and further his economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied bis constitutional right of access to Union records oi* information, he should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at head­ quarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. •* • • f tK, . .... • ^ ' ''•c • •'t • •" ••••r f :'W • i. �r'4-- . 22 ' Digeii r:7| • •!, :.|m^ „!/V- • • ' - • •• i -..»•?-. • " K.4. . : Continued from page 20 i! ••,^>••>: : •• .' Heick, Secretary C. Modellas, E>eck E>elegate Larry R. Viola, Engine Delegate Steve Roiiins, Steward Delegate Ed­ mund Nicolas. Chairman announced payoff on arrival in Long Beach, Calif. He urged members to apply to Lundeberg School for upgrading. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew requested new toaster and repair of hot water machine in crew's lounge. Crewmembers re­ minded to clean laundry room when fin­ ished and clean their rooms when signing off. Next port: Oakland, Calif. • • ;• -> .f. . V. '• • f- • : "rT t- SEA-LAND INNOVATOR{Sea-Land Service), April 14 — Chairman Ken McGregor, Secretary R. Spencer, Edu­ cational Director M. Soidierer, Deck Delegate R. Ciemente, Engine Delegate C. Barbati, Steward Delegate G. Bran­ son. Chairman reminded crew of upcom­ ing safety meeting. He said everything is running smoothly. Educational director urged members to donate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew re­ quested new washer and dryer as well as liquid detergent for engine room washer. Next ports: Yokohama and Kobe, Japan; Pusan, South Korea and Hong Kong. :•. • SEA-LAND LIBERATOR (Sea-Land Service), April 14 — Chairman L.C. Cope, Secretary William Wraten, Deck Delegate Steve Kastel, Engine Delegate E. Ford, Steward Delegate A. Mugalli. Chairman reported death of previous bosun, M. J. Dutch KeefTer, who suf­ fered a heart attack while aboard vessel. He announced ship would be going on new run next voyage and said everything was progressing smoothly. Secretary noted reinstatement of pre-war shipping rules. Educational director reminded members to contribute to SPAD. Deck department expressed regret at loss of Brother Keeffer. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Galley gang thanked for good food. Crew requested repair or re­ placement of crew mess refrigerator. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. ~ft. • .'' • •. ' ri> • .)', ,• i-m. Ivv:. . ••.f'l"". • i.'' *'''''''' I ' , •>'•- * iy- -y . IB'. A"" - i*V •',. • :- • • A I-®'- i'-; •.'*••'i-i SEA-LAND PACIFIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), April 7 — Chairman Oscar Wiley, Secretary Don Spangler, Stew­ ard Delegate Bernhard Rombach. Sec­ retary aimounced voyage was smooth with good crew aboard. Treasurer listed $26 in ship's fund. Steward delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or disput­ ed OT reported by deck and engine delegates. Crew received copies of Sea­ farers LOG. Members reminded to leave rooms clean with fresh set of linens when signing off. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND PERFORMANCE (SeaLand Service), April 30 — Chairman Robert Newby, Secretary Edward Por­ ter, Educational Director Paul Thomas. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (Sea-Land Service), April 20 — Chairman B. O'Hanlon, Secretary Jennifer Jim, Deck Delegate George Fries. Treasiuer announced $30 in crew fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked for keeping decks well maintained. Gal­ ley gang thanked for good service. Next port: Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND QUALITY (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), April 17 — Chairman Calvin James, Secretary Joseph Bennett, Edu­ cational Director J. Walsh, Deck Dele­ gate CharlesQuales, Steward Delegate' Bert Winfleld. Chairman announced ship received notice from headquarters concerning old shipping rules and was expecting clarification on payoff. Secre­ tary thanked crew and galley gang for co­ operation. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck or steward delegates. Crew suggested two washers be used, one for work clothes and one for good clothes. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department Next port Houstort SEA-LAND RELIANCE (Sea-Land Service), April 6 — Chairman George Bradley, Secretary L. Rene, Educa­ tional Director Ron Belcher. Chairman atuiounced payoff set for April 8 in Long Beach, Calif. Secretary and treasurer noted $18.61 left in ship's fund after pur­ chase of movies and weight lifting equip­ ment. Educational director urged eligible crewmembers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew notified of change in ship­ ping rules to pre-war status. SEA-LAND SPIRIT(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), April 21 — Chairman William Lough, Secretary and Treasurer Roscoe Williams, Educational Director Jim Wil­ liams, Deck Delegate Tyrone Berry, En­ gine Delegate Cliff Miles, Steward Delegate Richard Casuga. Chairman commended ship and crew and an­ nounced upcoming ports. Secretary re­ ported work being done on decks and passageways. Treasurer announced funds given to Bosun John Shoeinstein to tape new movies which will be brought onboard in Oakland, Calif. He listed $275 in ship's fund and $121 in BBQ fund, crew looking for reasonably priced grill. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew noted all requests.for time off should be documented properly. Crew still waiting for new washing ma­ chine; has received new radio, tape and CD player. Steward's mixing box needs repair. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND TACOMA (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), April 4 — Chairman E. Cain, Sec­ retary L. Lightfoot, Educational Director R. Clock, Engine Delegate G. L. Ackley, Steward Delegate Richard Garcia. Chairman announced payoff in Tacoma, Wash, on arrival. Secretary told crew all union and plans applications are available aboard vessel. Educational di­ rector asked members to report any elec­ trical problems. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Members asked to empty ash­ trays after use. March Seafarers LOG re­ ceived by crew. Steward department received vote of thanks for fine meals prepared during voyage. Next port: Ta­ coma. S£4I.IF7>IAfr>l/?Cr/C (IMC), April 14 — Chairman Robert Saylor, Secre­ tary Sharon Ortiz, Educational Director K. Pennewell, Engine Delegate Douglas L. Johnson. Chairman reported ship passed Coast Guard inspection; Coast Guard was impressed by cooperation of all crewmembers and willingness to par­ ticipate. He announced vote of thanks to galley gang. Treasurer listed $150 in ship fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Steward delegate said shipping companies should provide sugar-free products for diabetic crewmembers, asked steward to order them. Ship cur­ rently has one diabetic onboard. Crew noted everyone should be courteous with other members' clothes left in laundry fa­ cilities. Next port: San Diego, Calif. SEAUFTINDIAN OCEAN(IMC), April 28 — Chairman David Clement. Chairman reported no money in movie fund, asked for patrolman at Piney Point. Educational director urged upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew armounced shortage of equipment and reported faulty gas meter. SUGAR ISLANDER (Pacific Gulf Ma­ rine), April 4 — Chairman W.L. Davis, Secretary M.K. Mueller, Educational Di­ rector C.C. Hall. Chairman noted every­ thing running okay. Educational director urged eligible crewmembers to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. ULTRASEA (American Maritime), April 14 — Chairman Carlos Spina, S^retary Robert Kennedy, Educational Director Joseph Trauth, Deck Delegate A. Martinez, Steward Delegate Ru­ dolph Xatruch. Chairman armounced upcoming port of Alexandria, Egypt. Secretary urged everyone to keep rec room clean and properly dispose of trash. Treasurer list^ $125 in ship's fund and $25 donation for new micro­ wave oven. Engine delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck or steward delegates. Crew asked that noise be minimized in passageways, as off-watch members are sleeping. USNSALTAIR(Bay Tankers), April 9 — Chairman Arthur Benner, Secretary Robert Snyder, Educational Director C.J. Brawn, Engine Delegate Dan Smith. Deck delegate reported questions regarding OT and a beef. Engine dele­ gate reported beef over crewmember's unexplained removal from engine room. Steward delegate reported no beefs or disputed OT. Crew noted general dissat­ isfaction among its members. Crew has had same 12 movies for 47 days. It ex- • •• SOHUaHS 106 Schwarz for homemade pastries, Robert Firth for homemade soup and GSUs Wil­ liam Bergen and Alonzo Belcher for good work. CAPE BLANCO (Axnencan President Lines), May 17 — Secretary H. M. Davis. Treasurer reported $1000 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew thanked SUP for outstand­ ing job on galley repairs. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. CAPE MA y(OMI Corp.), May 12 — Chairman Dan Marcus; Secretary David Alexander, Educational Director C. Shephard, Deck Delegate Edwin Ri­ vera, Engine Delegate R.R. Bunch, Steward Delegate Scott Owens. Chair- A Farewell Briefing Cape Farewell crewmembers receive a briefing from SlU representatives before the ship sails to the Persian Gulf. tended thanks to steward department for galley cleanliness. Next port: Savaimah, Ga. USNS CHAUVENET(Maiship Opera­ tors), April 2 — Chairman JefTFocardi, Secretary Vicki Barnhart, Educational Director Al Mates, Engine Delegate Dave Hooper, Steward Delegate Al­ fonso Dixon. Chairman announced war bonuses expected, asked everyone to help separate trash and handed out repair lists. Ship will trade movies with USNS Harkness. Secretary informed crewmembers they must purchase own coveralls in port. Educational director re­ minded everyone of upcoming safety in­ spection, said ship still had not received educational literature. Treasurer listed $514.55 in ship's fimd, said none would be spent until amount topped $1,000. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Letter from SIU was read, crew says thanks for reply. Crew noted ice box, ice makers and juice machines all need repair, said everyone should pitch in to keep ship clean. Crew lounge furniture in poor con­ dition. Next port: Dubai. USNS DENEBOLA (Bay Tankers), April 20 — Chairman Ed Kostiha, Sec­ retary Micky Earhart, Educational Di­ rector Erik Hoag, Deck Delegate Dickie Brinkley, Engine Delegate Bill Nathan, Steward Delegate Richard Collins. No beefs or OT disputed OT reported. Crew discussed problems with contract and up­ coming safety week. Crew requested VCR and TV replacement, thanked gal­ ley gang for a good job. USNS REGULUS (Bay Tankers), April 14 — Chairman Gregory Silvero, Secretary George Quinn, Educational Director Olifidio J. Esquivel Jr., Deck Delegate Marion Roper, Engine Dele­ gate Daniel Wagner, Steward Delegate Lawrence James. Educational director encouraged everyone to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer listed $200 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department. AMERICAN HERITAGE (Apex Ma­ rine), May 12 — Chairman Clyde Smith Jr., Secretary Gerhard Schwarz, Educa­ tional Director M.W. Roberson, Deck Delegate Mario Romero, Engine Dele­ gate Kevin Quinlan, Steward Delegate Robert K. Firth. Chairman reported water faucets repaired, said all seamen aboard during trip to Persian Gulf were good SIU sailors. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked Gerh^ man thanked crew for fine job, an­ nounced payoff date and time. Secretary reported stores in poor shape. Educa­ tional director encouraged everyone to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer listed $150 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. Next port: Wilmington, N.C. DELVALLE(OMl Corp.), May 12 — Chairman Stephen Argay, Secretary Mohamed Abdelfattah, Educational Di­ rector T. Marten, Deck Delegate Claude Gordon, Engine Delegate Gua­ dalupe Garza, Steward Delegate Keith Mays. Chairman thanked captain for his behavior toward crew. He asked crewmembers scheduled for departure to clean rooms. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. OS Michael Morgan thanked chairman for his helpfulness with begin­ ners, GOPHEHSWrfdOM), May 12 — Chairman J.Stout, Secretary R. Malozi, Educational Director B. Friske, Deck Delegate J. Dickens, Steward Delegate R. Lang. Chairman reported captain an­ nounced upcoming payoff. Secretary re­ ported problem with quantity of food stores ordered. Will re-stock thoroughly in Jacksonville, Fla. for upcoming voy­ age. Treasurer listed $106 remaining in ship's fund after purchasing $144 worth of fresh shrimp. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew said new dryer needs to be moved from forward to aft house. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brother and sisters. Crew said after six months in gulf, in­ cluding restriction to ship and unavail­ ability of most American food, they are glad to head for Jacksonville and a welldeserved vacation. GULF TRADER (All Marine Services), May 3;— Chairman Sal Sbriglio, Secre­ tary Christopher Mosley, Educational Director Dennis Claiborn, Deck Dele­ gate John Lafavour, Engine Delegate Leslie Gallo, Steward Delegate John Collins. Chairman reported SIU mail opened and distributeid before he sees it. Vocational director urged newer mem­ bers to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew requested new washing machine, VCR, games and microwave oven. The crewmembers also asked for van service to airport for depart­ ing crewmembers. Inquired about getting national newspaper from radio operator in order to stay informed. Next port: Houston. �'V ;v t^V- .'• -•'>>. -vB JULY 1991 23 I' Having sailed during the Ko­ rean and Vietnam wars, SIU mem­ ber Milton J. Phelps found Operation Desert Storm generally "less threatening" by comparison. Phelps, who joined the Seafar­ ers in 1947 in the port of New Orleans, spent more than four months in the Persian Gulf on­ board the SlU-crewed Sgt. Matej Kocak, a Waterman Steamship vessel. "It wasn't really all that scary, but carrying the gas masks was kind of frightening,"Steward/ Baker Phelps recently told a re­ porter from the Seafarers LOG. "Hussein killed his own people, so we knew he wouldn't hesitate to get rid of anyone else. In that sense, , diis conflict was scarier than Korea or Vietnam. Hussein iis crazy, like a Hitler." Phelps noted the Sgt. Matej Kocak was constantly near U.S. military ships during Operation Desert Storm. This provided, to some degree, a sense of security Phelps never enjoyed in Korea or Vietnam. One of the major differences be­ tween Desert Storm and other wars was media coverage. Unlike the days when military-issued newsreels would relate month-old infor­ mation, the Persian Gulf War featured scoreboard-like, aroundthe-clock updates for anyone with access to a television or radio. Wars I- SIU crewmember Milton Phelps takes in the view from atop a captured Iraqi tank. "This was like a TV war," said Phelps, 61. "We had CNN on the ship, so we kept up to date." Phelps, who recently sent the accompanying photographs to the LOG, commended theefforts of all Kocak crewmembers. "I'd like to make special mention of Chief Cook Lonnie Gamble and Assis­ tant Cook Tony Prizmik," he said. "They were outstanding, and they made my job easy. We had up to 260 people on the ship and we ac­ commodated them without a glitch." Other Seafarers serving on­ board the Sgt. Matej Kocak were Bosun Angelo Urti; ABs David Cutchins, Michael Duggan, Hansel Smith, Todd Bright, Bartow Bridges and Lloyd Ayers; Chief Electrician Donald Peterson; QMEDs Robert Hines, Michael Tremper and Richard Belletty; DEU Brian Monner- ABs Bart Bridges (left) and Michael Duggan seem dwarfed by the giant lines aboard the deck of the Kocak ak. jahn; SAs Gilberto Bonitto, Car­ ter Lee, Allen Hendricks and Mi­ guel Castro; and Asst. Cook Robert Seim. J.: "1: Summer Is Here — Where Are You? Time is running out for those just starting to make summer va­ cation plans. But SIU members and their families need look no further than the Seafarers Train­ ing & Recreation Center in Piney Point, Md., part of the SIU's Harry Lundeterg School of Sea­ manship. A Great Deal! A vacation stay at the Lundeberg School is limited to two weeks per family. The Cost per member is $40.40 per day. An additional fee of $9.45 per day is charged for the Seafarer's spouse and for each child (there is no charge for children under the age of 12). This price includes all meals. And for that price, the vaca­ tioner can enjoy comfortable accommodations, use of the school's recreational activities (including fishing, boating, ten­ nis, swimming, exercise room, sauna), three square meals each day, and a base from which to take day trips. A popular spot for many sons and daughters of vaca­ tioning Seafarers is the school's own arts and crafts center. Piney Point is located in St. Mary's County—not far from a number of landmarks. In the vi­ cinity of southern Maryland and Washington D.C. alone are many historic^ sites and museums cel­ ebrating many of the nation's tra­ ditions and early ways of life. Since a vacation stay at the school is limited to two weeks per family, now is the time to make arrangements. Call (301) 9940010 to make quick reservations, or send thecompleted application form to Seafarers Training & Recreation Center, Piney Point, MD 20674. SEAFARERS TRAINING & RECREATION CENTER Reservation Information Name: 'i" I"' f •. 7/91 Taking a breather are, from left, DEU Brian Monnerjahn, Bendix Chuck Laba, AB Michael Duggan, Bosun Angelo Urti, AB David Cutchins and Chief Electrician Donald Peterson. Book#: 88#: Address: Telephone #:. Number in party / ages of children, if applicable: Date of arrival: Galley gang members Lonnie Gamble (left) and Tony Prizmik relax onboard the Sgt. Matej Kocak. 1st choice 2nd choice. 3rd choice Personals Corrections Luther James Tate Gustavus Adolphus College of Minnesota was listed incorrectly as being in Ma^Iand in a story an­ nouncing the Snj scholarship win­ ners on page 2 of the June 1991 Seafarers LOG. AB Roderick Michael Orme ac­ cidentally was left off the crew's list of the Cape Ann in a story on page 11 of the June 1991 Seafar­ ers LOG. Please contact Jane Baenano jagnano at 2119 Aldrin Drive, #1-A, Ocean Township, N.J. 07712 Charlie Durden Please contact ordinal seaman Jimmy Durden II at 404 Abby Road; Peachtree City, Georgia 30269. 8tay is limited to two weeks. Date of Departure: fEj- ,•?. ' • "• : '.1? •p-: �.V-.:' ^^^;• •r . T' • 4 '^v'. f :m'v- ^ =• l' saFJuaKS 106 24 • v " --i^- Luntleberg School Graduatos Ton Classos ":. -fJ^. • 3^r mm • A} 44 if' V.'4 -^vrVvv,; ; • i. ' •.'.'. -4 .. .4. »i4y,.4 •,. • ... .idt.. •. .' '_ ,!i^, :.' •f- ' ' r M ' '-'•4:'4 " •\4-C,-.4 X Trainee Lifeboat Class 474—Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 474 are (from left, kneipling) Shane Blechle, Jeff Viands, Brian Olsen, Daniel Roderick, Brian Bates, Moses Rosario, (second row) Jim Brown (instructor), Jeff Madill, John Fulmer, Fabian Urias, Christopher McKinney, Gerald Stewart, Daniel Krause, Eric Diggs, Scotty Greenlee, Robert Muscato, (third row) Richard Pumphrey, Aleksander Turko, Joey Vickers, Neal Peart, Steve Bowmer, Mark Weaver, Daniel Blackwell and Daryl Long. Trainee Lifeboat Class 475—Recently completing the course require­ ments for graduation from trainee lifeboat class 475 are (from left, kneeling) Jon Eipp, Eric Barron, Jack Boudreaux, Eddie Rembert, Dave Frantz, Royer Sharp, Lydell Grant, Ernesto Pelicas, (second row) Robert O'Connell Jr., Thomas Taber Jr., Robert Whitaker, Jeff Lichtenwalter, Anthony Register, A.J. Eastman, Derrick Crummy, Howard Hendra Jr., Hector Rivera Jr., Anthony Smith and David Decker. ?v- ^ mm fll-; • ••.•••'"f '.-'i '4.^4 l.v;-i! 444-r.: •„ Fireman, Oiler, Watertender—^Working their way up the engine depart­ ment ratings are (from left, kneeling) Ralph Hendershot, John Parkhurst, George Montgomery, Jason Fields, John Kelly, George Tonge, (second row) Jim Nugent, Joe Spell II, Spencer Smith, Joe Richardson, Greg Eastwood, Michael Parker, James Ham, (third row) Steve Cunningham, Peter Gerstenberger, James Beatty, Robert Dennis Jr. John Wiegman (instructor), Sean Sullivan, (fourth row) Dan. Vazquez, Jeffrey Sutton Sr. and Joseph Letang. Not pictured is Aaron Well. Oil Spill Emergency Containment & Cleanup—Completing the course of instruction on how to contain and clean up an oil spill emergency, including classroom, laboratory and on-the-job training, are (from left, front row) Edward Rynberg, Knolly Wiltshire, Robert Remmel, David Aud, (second row) DiMarke Shoulders, Elgin Thompson, Michael Joyner, (third row) Drew Brown, Stephen Votta, Thomas Pruitt and Casey Taylor (instructor). mmmmm Xr' %kk Xm. :-\> . : ...... Ji',••' \kr44. '''K': ^ rS44. „ Upgraders Lifeboat—Receiving their lifeboat training certificates from the Lundeberg School on May 8 are (from left, kneeling) Ben Cusic (instructor), Kathy Ann Chester, Scott Heginbotham, Mark Knapp, Edward Aperto, (second row) Armeninual Thomas, George Maridns, Abraham Murray, J.P. Rouyea, Terry Hosein, Na­ than Collins, (third row) Abdo Shayll Ali, Scott Palen, Romeo Enriquez and Garard McCarthy. Upgraders Lifeboat—Completing the course of study leading to a training certificate in the upgraders lifeboat class of May 20 are (from left) Jim Moore Upgraders Lifeboat—Certificates of training (instructor), Jose Lopez, Jeannie McCracklen, John were received by the June 5 class of upgraders. They Atkinson, William McNeely Jr. Cyril Jenkins and are (from left) Robert Walker, Antonio Centeno, Ahmed Amadou Niang. Muthana and Ron Raykowski (instructor). IS'^ t,:' m--- m •'j' "jN 1•• • • -4 Marine Electrical Maintenance—^This •I • ip •i-.. •.. course leading to a certificate was completed by (from left, front row) Rush Ingram, Mike Wells, John Cronan, (second row) Steve Roberts, Mike LasDulce, George Lindsay and Mike Stearman. Not pictured: Mike Powell. ,'•'•4. .V:;M Pumproom Maintenance—^This seven-week Celestial Navigation—Upgrading members of couse was completed by (from left, kneeling) San An­ the deck department completing the five-week celestial thony Negron, Kenny Hanson, Ken Stratton, Phil Par­ navigation course are (from left) William Travis, Richard ent, (second row) Jim Schaffer (instructor), Fred Vogler, Cavalier, Jake Karaczynski (instructor), Steven Mitchell John Smith, Son Busly, Scott Speedy and Bett Lamers. and Frank Hedge. �«5a?^ MY 1991 DEEP SEA ALBERT AHIN Albert Ahin, 64, passed away March 7. He was bom in Ha­ waii and joined the SIU in 1962 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. Brother Ahin, a member of the deck department, last sailed onboard the Sea-Land Patriot. His remains were scat­ tered at sea. CARMELO ANDREW Pensioner Carmelo Andrew, 92, died as a result of heart . failure April 14. Bom in Puerto Rico, he joined the Sea­ farers in 1940 in the port of New York. Brother Andrew sailed in the engine depart­ ment. He retired in 1965 and is survived by his wife, Guarina. tive of New York joined the Seafarers in 1951 in the port of New York. Brother Calefato shipped in the black-gang. He started collecting his pension in October 1981. JAMES CHEECHIN Pensioner James Chee Chin, 75, passed away April 20 due to heart dis­ ease. A.native of China, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1968 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Chin started drawing his pension in April 1981, after the union merged with the AGLIWD. HENRY CLAY Pensioner Henry Clay, 81, died of respiratory failure April 12. The New Road, La. native joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1945. He retired in June 1973, before MCS merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Clay was buried in Willamette National Cemetery in Portland, Ore. ANDREW BICKFORD Pensioner Andrew Bickford, 83, died March 4 of respiratory failure, one day before his birth­ day. Bom in Washington, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1945 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Bickford started collecting his pension in October 1971, before the union merged with the AGLIWD. He was buried in Willamette Na­ tional Cemeteiy in Portland, Ore. MAURICE CULP Pensioner Maurice Culp, 75, died April 28. Bom in Pennsyl­ vania, he joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of Philadel­ phia. Brother Culp sailed as a chief cook. He retired in 1986. LESTER BORGES JOHNM.DAIGLE Pensioner Lester Borges, 63, passed away May 5 as a result of lung can­ cer. A native of Hawaii, he joined the union in 1951 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Borges, who shipped in the en­ gine department, began collect­ ing his pension in January 1991. He was buried in Woodlawn Me­ morial Park in Colma, Calif. Pensioner John M. Daigle, 70, passed away April 11 as a result of heart disease. A native of Louisiana, Brother Daigle retired in 1987. He was buried in the Garden of Gethesemane Cemetery in Houston. KENNETH BOWMAN Pensioner Kenneth Bowman, 57, died May 9. He joined the SIU in 1966 in the port of New York. A native of Wisconsin, Brother Bowman sailed in the steward department and retired in March 1986. He was buried in White Plains (N.Y.) Rural Cemetery. CHARLES H. BRAMBLE Bosun Charles Bramble, 66, . died May 2 aboard the SeaLand Newark Bay. Bom in Permsylvania, Brother Bramble joined the union in the port of Baltimore in 1951. He com­ pleted bosun recertifrcation at the Lundeberg School in Au­ gust 1984. Wn^LIAM CALEFATO Pensioner William Calefato, 74, passed away May 20. The na­ KEVIN DAUGHTRY Kevin Daughtry, 26, drowned May 11. He was bom in Ports­ mouth, Va. and joined the union in 1984 at Piney Point. Brother Daughtry shipped in the engine department. He was an active member at the tirrie of his death. JOSEPH M. DUFFY Pensioner Joseph M. Duffy, 72, passed away May 11 as a result of liver failure. Bom in Brooklyn, he joined the Seafar­ ers in 1952 in the port of New York. Brother Duffy shipped in the deck department and started collecting his pension in October 1983. He was bur­ ied in Town of Catskill (N.Y.) Cemetery. CALVIN FRAZIER Calvin Frazier,'38, passed • away May 29. The Alabama native joined the SIU in 1971 in the port of New York. Brother Frazier sailed in the galley gang. He last shipped in 1985. ANDERS L ELLINGSEN Pensioner Anders I. Ellingsen, 77, died of heart failure April 16. A native of Nor­ way, he joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Wilmington, , . Calif, Brother Ellingsen shipped as a chief electrician. He started collecting his jrension in June 1974. He was bur­ ied in the Seafarers Haven Cemetery in Valley Lee, Md. joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York. He shipped in the deck department. Brother Lowe retired in 1984. THEODORE J. MACRIDES Pensioner Theodore J. Macrides, 86, died of cancer April 17. Bom in Turkey, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1945 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Macrides started collecting his pension in October 1970, be­ fore the union merged \yith the AGLIWD. He is survived by his wife. Calliope. WILLIAM L. GIBBS Pensioner William L. Gibbs, 69, lost his battle against can­ cer May 2. Bom in Maryland, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1944 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Gibbs retired in 1984, after the union merged with the AGLIWD. He last sailed aboard the Sea-Land Pacer. FRANKLIN O. MILLER Pensioner Franklin O. Miller, 80, died April 17. Bom in Califor­ nia, he joined the union in 1962 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Miller shipped in the engine depart­ ment until he retired in 1980. He is survived by his wife, Nancy. ROBERTO HANNIBAL Pensioner Roberto Hannibal, 68, passed away May 14. He was bom in Puerto Rico and joined the Seafarers in 1944 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Brother Hannibal sailed in the steward department He began collecting his pension in July 1983. LEROY MOBLEY Pensioner Leroy Mobley, 75, passed away March 7 as a re­ sult of kidney failure. A native of South Carolina, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stew­ ards in 1960 and retired in 1977, one year before it merged with the AGLIWD. JIMMIE M. HELFER Pensioner Jimmie M. Hei­ fer, 67, died March 2 as a result of heart disease. A native of Hampton, Term., he joined the uniori in 1959 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Heifer shipped in the engine de­ partment. He retired in 1984. AUERLIOC. MOLINA Pensioner Auerlio C. Molina, 73, passed away April 29. Bom in Honduras, he joined the Ma­ rine Cooks and Stewards in 1952 in the port of New York. Brother Molina began receiv­ ing his pension in March 1980, after the MCS merged with the AGLIWD. CLIFTON JORDAN Pensioner Clifton Jordan, 66, suc­ cumbed to lung cancer May 26. Bom in Mississippi, he joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of Philadel­ phia. Brother Jordan, a bosun, began collecting his pension in January 1988. EVELYN P. KISH Pensioner Evelyn P. Kish, 75, passed away Febmary 17. Bom in Indiana, she joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1959. Sister Kish began collect­ ing her pension in December 1974, before the union merged with the AGLIWD. GEORGES. LOWE Pensioner George S,' Lowe, 69, died May 2. The Maryland native HARRY MONAHAN Pensioner Harry Monahan, 62, died Decem­ ber 12 as a result of heart fail­ ure. A na­ tive of Jersey City, N.J., he joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of New York. Brother Monahan sailed in the deck de­ partment and retired in 1977. He is survived by his wife, Ottilie, three children and eight grandchildren. POTENCIANO PACULBA Pensioner Potenciano Paculba, 81, passed away March 18 due to car­ diac ar­ rest. He was bom in the Philip­ pine Islands and joined the SIU in 1952 in the port of New Or­ leans. Brother Paculba shipped in the steward department. He started receiving his pension iri January 1975. RODRIGO I. PELAYO Pensioner Rodrigo I. Pelayo, 86, passed away No­ vember 13. A na­ tive of the Philippines, he joined the union in 1945 in the port of New York. Brother Pelayo sailed as a member of the gal­ ley gang. He retired in June 1970. - ....vs - FRANCISCO RIVERA Pensioner Francisco Rivera, 73, died March 10. Bom in Hondu­ ras, he joined the Seafarers in 1973 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Rivera shipped in the steward depart­ ment. He started receiving his pension in April 1983. ' P-" GEORGE ROMANO Pensioner George Romano, 88, passed away March 8 due to heart fail­ ure. The native of Alabama joined the SIU as a charter member in 1938 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Romano sailed in the steward depart­ ment. He retired in August 1968. Brother Romano was buried in Mobile Memorial Gardens. JOHN SIMMONS Pensioner John Simmons, 63, died May 24. Bom in Texas, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1954 in the port of Portland, Ore. Brother Simmons started receiving his pension in January 1989, after the MCS merged with the AGLIWD. GEORGE SPILIOTIS Pensioner George Spiliotis, 80, succumbed to cancer April 21. A native of Greece, he joined the SIU in 1956 in the port of New York. Brother Spiliotis sailed in the engine depart­ ment. He retired in December 1974. .• . )! .. JULIUS THRASHER JR. Pensioner Julius Thrasher Jr., 69, passed away April 30 due to car­ diac ar­ rest. The South Carolina native joined the Seafarers in 1943 in the port of New York. Brother Thrasher sailed in the deck de­ partment until he retired in April 1984. He was buried in Continued on page 26 > '€• P y — r —• 5. �m ^inal Departures began collecting his pension in August 1990. Continuedfrom page 25 JOHNS.HUDGINS Pensioner John S. Hudgins, 75, lost his battle with cancer May 5. Bom in Virginia, he joined the union in 1962 in the port of Norfolk. Boatman Hudgins re­ tired from his deck department duties in August 1982. He was buried in St. Paul Cemetery in Susan, Va., and is survived by his wife, Thelma. the National Cemetery in Pineville. La. JOSEPH G. VACCARO Pensioner Joseph G. Vaccaro, 88, died May 2 due to heart failure. He joined the SIU in 1949 in the port of New Or­ leans, his native city. Brother Vaccaro shipped in the steward department. He began receiv­ ing his pension in April 1968. Brother Vaccaro is survived by his wife, Virginia. ••! r •'ii ^-v:l •11 -. ) I'.'"''-':••%• M''' ^•''. < .. • -f: i • tV7. . • • • mms ••' i. •- '• . " v» ;. • V . -• :•' •'. , •... ,' —• ' yv" I'-, ./ ',•. .1 "-v • •.•:/ ERNESTO A. VALDEZ Pensioner Ernesto A. Valdez, 75, passed away May 10 as a result of cardiac arrest. Bom in Puerto Rico, he joined the union in 1944 in the port of New York. Brother Valdez shipped in the galley gang until his retirement in February 1981. He is survived by his wife, Florentina. PETER VANICEK Peter Vanicek, 54, died May 17. A native of Austria, he joined the SIU in 1973 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Vanicdc sailed in the steward department. He was an active member at the time of his death. MURRYWILKERSON Pensioner Murry Wilkeison, 65, passed away May 8. He was bom in Alabama and joined the Seafarers in 1945 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Wilkerson shipped in the galley gang. He last sailed in 1983 onboard the Stonewall Jackson arid started receiving his pension in January 1984. M.. i|y:«f:s YNEZ YNIGUEZ Pensioner Ynez Yniguez, 80, died April 7 due to cardiac arr rest. The native of Mexico was a member of the Marine Cooks and Stewards and sailed as a chief steward. Brother Yniguez began collecting his pension in July 1974, before the MCS merged with the AGLIWD. He is survived by his wife, Wilhelnuna. INLAND •- fj -r,.:,i • y Uii "yv#-.-/1„, t: i .'- ' m -y ' i: • I. •, ii'' • • SIAFAREKS LOG WILFRED BELLMORE Pensioner Wilfred Bellmore, 75, suf­ fered a fatal heart attack April 16. He was bom in Portland, Maine and joined the union in 1966 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Boatman Bellmore shipped as a cook and retired in March 1983. He is survived by his wife, Rosie. HORACE BUZBEE Pensioner Horace Buzbee, 63, passed away May 26. The Ala­ bama native joined the Seafar­ ers in 1971 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Boatman Buzbee, a Korean War veteran, shipped in the deck department. He WILBERT D. GOODWIN Pensioner Wilbert D. Good­ win, 77, passed away April 21 as a result of heart failure. Bom in North Caro­ lina, he joined the union in 1953 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Boatman Goodwin shipped in the deck department until he retired in August 1977. He was buried in Cedar Island (N.C.) Community Cemetery. GEORGE KENEDAY George Keneday, 80, died Jan­ uary 12. He joined the unioil in 1951 in his native New Or­ leans. Boatman Keneday shipped in the deck depart­ ment, and he last sailed in 1971. He was buried in Green­ wood Cemetery in New Or­ leans. PHIL MACKLIN Hid Macklin, 42, passed away January 13. A native of hfissouri, he joined the Seafarers in 1978 in the port of St. Louis. Boatman N^klin shipped in the deck dqrartment. He last sailed in 1981. WILLIAM MILCHING Pensioner William Milching, 72, passed away May 20 as a result of lung cancer. A native of Maryland, he joined the SIU in 1956 in the port of Baltimore. Boatman Milching shipped in the deck department until he retired in August 1981. He was buried in Baltimore's Parkwood Ceme­ tery. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth. GENEPARKS Gene Parks, 51, died April 27. The native of Virginia joined flie Seafarers in 1969 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He sailed in the deck dqrartment and is survived by his wife, Mina. Boatman Parks last shipped in August 1984. GREAT LAKES CARL BROWN Carl Brown, 49, passed away May 8. He was h«m in Detroit and joined the Seafarers in 1976 in that port. Brother Brown sailed in the deck de­ partment. He was an active member at the time of his death. JACKA.HAAVISTO Pensioner Jack A. Haavisto, 78, died of natural causes May 3. A native of Minne­ sota, he joined the union in 1959 in the port of Detroit. Boatman Haavisto shipped in the engine department until he retired in April 1981. He was buried in Sunrise Memorial Park in Duluth, Minn. GERALD F.SCOTT Pensioner Gerald F. Scott, 67, passed away January 10. The Cleveland native joined the union in 1957 in the port of Bufralo, N.Y. He shipped in the engine department and re­ tired in November 1985. Brother Scott was buried in Calvary Cemetery in Cleve­ land. ALIR. YAFAI All R. Yafai, 61, succumbed to cancer May 14. Bom in Arabia, he joined the SIU in 1967 in the port of Detroit. Brother Yafai sailed in the deck department. RAILROAD MARINE JACOB HELLESTO Pensioner Jacob Hellesto, 90, passed away due to cancer May 23. A native of Norway, he joined the SIU in 1960 in the port of New York. Brother Hellesto began receiving his pension in 1965. He was buried in Memorial Gardens in Beverly Hills, Fla. He is survived by his wife, Alice. CORRECTION ROQUE R. MACARAEG Pen- mis­ spelled in last month's Final Departures page in the Seafarers LOG. Brother Macaraeg began receiving his pension in November 1985 and is survived by his wife, Lor­ raine. National Archives ProvMes Additionai information To Hoip Seafarers Verify WWii Service for Benefits In order to obtain veterans' benefits, many merchant seamen who served during World War n have written to the National Archives for copies of logbooks for use in verifying their wartime service (see Seafarers LOG, March 1990, page 26; May 1990, page 25). In addition, the National Archives has in­ formed the Seafarers LOG of several new possible sources of information to assist for­ mer seamen in obtaining the documentation they need in order to qualify for veterans' benefits. First Point of Contact The United States Coast Guard has set Up a special unit to assist former merchant searmen to obtain evidence of wartime service. This unit should be the first point of contact for former seamen. Requests should be sent to: Commandant (G-MVP:1/12) United States Coast Guard 2100 2nd Street, S.W. Washington, D.C. 10593-0001 Include with the request any copies of documents which could help verify service, along with Form DD 2168, "Application For Discharge of Member or Survivor of Member of GroupCertified To Have Performed Active Duty with the Armed Forces of the United States." If the Coast Guard cannot locate evidence of service in its records, then the logbooks held by the National Archives regional ar­ chives may be the next best source of verifi­ cation. Requests for copies of merchant vessel logbooks should be addressed to the director of the National Archives regional archives which holds logbooks for the port at which the individual's vessel ended its voyage. (See the May 1990 Seafarers LOG for the ports of voyage termination and the corresponding re­ gional archives center.) Other Sources of Information If service was performed on a vessel oper­ ated by: ARMY TRANSPORT SERVICE — Send DD Form 2168 to: Commander U.S. Army Reserve Personnel Center (PAS-EN) 9700 Page Boulevard St. Louis, MO 63132-5200 NAVAL TRANSPORTATION SERVICE — Send DD Form 2168 to: Naval Military Personnel Command (NMPC-3) Navy Department Washington, D.C. 20370-5300 If the veteran is uncertain as to the port where the voyage ended, the Naval Historical center has Vessel Movement Cards of the 10th Fleet which was in charge of convoys and routing during WWII. These cards can pro­ vide dates, ports of arrival and departure and convoy numbers for most American and some foreign-registered vessels. Requestors must provide the Center with the full name of the vessel and approximate dates of the voyage. Write to: Operational Archives Naval Historical Center Building 57 Washington Navy Yard Washington, D.C. 20374-0571 Convoy operations for North Russia and in the Mediterranean Sea were under Royal Navy control. Information conceming convoy numbers may be obtained by writing to: Public Records Office Ruskin Avenue Kew, Richmond Surrey, TW9 4DU, England Medical information on merchant seamen treated at U.S. Public Health Service Hospi­ tals (former Marine Hospitals) may also be available. Requests should include name sea­ man used as a patient, date of birth. Social Security Number, Z-Card Number, location of hospital and approximate date and kind of treatment. Write to: PHS Data Center GWL Hansen's Disease Center Carville,LA 70721 Attn: Director Files on awards and decorations granted to merchant seamen may contain information about the basis for which the medal or award was given. Requests for information should include full name of seaman. Coast Guard Z-Card or Book Number and WWII home address. Write to: U.S. Department of Transportation Maritime Administration, MAR 250 Office of Maritime Labor & Training •400 Seventh Street, SW Washington, D.C. 20590 Attn: Seamen Awards Records of merchant seamen trained by> the U.S. Maritime Service may also be avail­ able. Requests for information should include the name the seaman used during training, date of birth and Social Security Number. Write to: National Personnel Records Center Civilian Personnel Records 111 Winnebago Street St. Louis, MO 63118 Academic, medical and training records of seamen who were enrolled as cadets at the U.S. Maritime Academy may be available. Requests should contain name seaman used as a cadet, date of birth. Social Security Number and dates of enrollment. Send request to: U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY 11024-1699 Attn: Director of External Affairs Vessel Status Cards that identify vessels owned or operated by the War Shipping Ad­ ministration (WSA), and articles of tessels owned or operated by the WSA that suffered war damage may be available at the Maritime Administration. Requests for information should include the name of the vessel. Write to: U.S. Department of Transportation Maritime Administration, MAR 573 Chief, Division of Statistics 400 Seventh Street, SW Washington, D.C. 20590 �JULY 1991 27 1991 UPGRADING COUKS SCHEDUU Course The following is the current course schedule for August-December 1991 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, All programs are geared to improve job skills of SIU members and to promote the American maritime industry. I ^ The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry s needs as well as the national emergency mobilization in the Persian Gulf. Check-In Completion Date Date August 5 August 9 September 16 September 30 October 28 November 1 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Course Oil Spill Prevention & Containment (1 week) Steward Upgrading Courses Detk Upgioding Courses Check-In Completion Course Date Date Able Seaman September 2 October II October 28 December 6 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Lifeboatman Augusts August 16 August 19 August 30 September 2 September 13 September 16 September 27 September 30 October 11 October 14 October 25 October 28 November 8 November 11 November 22 November 25 December 6 December 9 December 20 Ship Handling August 19 August 30 October 14 October 25 December 2 December 13 Radar Observer Unlimited September 2 September 6 October 28 November 1 December 16 December 20 Inland Deck Licenses September 30 December 6 Celestial Navigation November 4 November 29 Third Mate September 2 December 13 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must he taken. Tankerman August 19 September 13 November 11 December 6 Check-In Completion Course Date Date Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker, All open-ended (contact admissions Chief Cook, Chief Steward office for starting dates) Upon completion, all students will take a Sealift Familiarization class. • - ' . .V Engine Upgrading Courses Check-In Completion Date Date September 30 December 20 September 2 October II November 11 December 20 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class. Pumproom Maintenance & Operations September 30 November 8 Marine Electrical Maintenance August 5 September 27 October 14 December 6 Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operations August 19 September 27 Marine Electronics Technician September 30 December 20 Basic Electronics August 26 September 20 September 30 October 25 Hydraulics August 5 August 30 Welding September 30 October 25 Deep Sea/Inland Engineers October 7 December 13 Assistant Engineer (Deep Sea & Inland) October 4 December 13 All students in the Engine Department will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. Course QMED-Any Rating Fireman/Watertender and Oiler • -.• ' - 5HL5S College Program Schedule for 1991 FULL 8-week Sessions August 12 October 21 October 4 December 13 1991 Adult education Schedule Recertiflcation Programs Completion Date November 4 Check-In Date September 30 Course Bosun Recertiflcation UPGRADING APPLICATION Name- Date of Birth- Mo./Dav'Year I Middle) (l-irsl) ([.asD Address- (Slreel) TelephoneL (Cilyl (.Slale) (Zip Code) ' ) (Area Codcl Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the foiiqwing information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. U.S. Citizen: • No Home Port. Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held:^ I ani inlerested in (he rollowing course(s) checked below or Indicaled here if not listed — Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? If yes. which program: from—^ • Yes • No to Last grade of school com.pleted. ^ (dales allcndcd) Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? • Yes • No If yes, course(s) taken. — — Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? Q Yes • No If yes, how many weeks have you completed? ^ — Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement? • Yes No Firefighting: • Yes • Nq CPR: • Yes D No Date available for training Primary language spoken Completion Date December 6 December 6 October 18 December 6 September 6 With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your departrnent and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. RATING DATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE SIGNATURE. Department- ^ • Yes ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course Check-In Date October 28 October 28 September 29 October 28 August 12 -7 Book #- Social Security #. Seniority— Course High School Equivalency (GED) Adult Basic Education (ABE) English as a Second Language (ESL) ^ ^ ——— — .. DF.CK • AB/Sealift • I St Class Pilot • Third Mate • „Radar Observer Unlimited • Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland • Celestial Navtgation O Simulator Course ENGINE • FOWT • QMED—Any.Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) DATE. [II Marine Flectrical Maintenance P Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation . • Diesel Kngine Technology • Assistant I-.ngineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel [I Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • lilectro-Hydraulic .Systems • Automation • Hydraulics • Marine Electfonics Technician AEl, DEPARTMEN IS • Welding n l.ifeboatman (Must be taken with another course I ADULT EDUCATION DliPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) • High .School liquivalcncy Program (CiED) • Developmental Studies (DV.S) [I Emglish as a Second Language (ESI.) • ABE'ESL Lifeboat Prepai.dion STEWARD • • • • • Assistant Cook Utility Cook and Baker Chief Cook Chief Steward Towboat Inland Cook COLLEGE PRf)GRAM • Associates in Arts Degree P Certihcate Programs Transportation will be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only if you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. RKTURN COMPLETED .APPl.lCATION TO Seafarers Hany l.undeber)! Upgradmn Center Pines Pnint. Ml) 2(Xi74 7/91 r-, • SI. .1. /i' • ' J-iI . �gaSCa*i£GaaaBC SX!A^MtEMtS Looking for a Vacation Spot? Seafarers and their families can utilize the Lundeberg School for a summer vacation. Reasonably priced and easy to reach, the fa­ cility offers recreational and sight­ seeing opportunities. .'"V-.' •il "j-y *; 1^'. Volume 53, Number 7 V • I- July 1991 See page 23 for details. Vice Admiral Donovan Commends Noble Star Seafarers SIU Crew Carries Out Mission in Heavy Seas The Seafarers who crew Noble Star recently received high praise from U.S. Navy Vice Admiral Francis R. Donovan after the group courageously performed lashing operations during severe weather conditions in order to get aid des­ ignated for Kurdish refugees moved as quickly as possible. In late April, the Noble Star de­ livered vital refugee supplies to Mersin, Turkey-Respite incle­ ment weather which not only made sailing difficult, but also prevented stevedores from working at pickup or drop-off points. The bravery and diligence dis­ played by Noble Star crewmembers prompted a letter from Donovan, commander of the Military Sealift Command, laud­ ing the performance of the pro­ positioning vessel's crew. The letter reads, in part: "Your efforts under extremely threatening weather conditions which precipi­ tated the refusal to work of the lashing gangs and dock workers have not gone unnoticed. You had a mission to perform and you com­ pleted that mission even though its completion took you far beyond your realm of responsibility. "You are a true example of our country's merchant marine—our fourth arm of defense. You put the needs of others above your own personal safety and never hesitated to go the extra mile to bring help where help was so urgently needed. "I couldn't be more proud of you, and I consider it an honor to be on the same team " Winds Northerly, 50 Knots The Noble Star in mid-April .r, .:¥• t-'.y'y •:i.1. fcl"' I; i-: •.i'v- 'U. :|3: t: Crewmembers aboard the commended Noble Star are, from left, AB Ricardo Ramos, Chief Cook Michael Lockhart, GSU Julie Cottle, Chief Steward Andrew Mayo, OS Gary Stever, QMED Robert E. Lee, DEU Manuel Lulley, OMU Ron Ellis, OS Lambert Soniat Dufossat, AB Kirk Sloan and QMED Melvin Clivens. was ordered to load 223 40-foot containers of refugee supplies in Marseilles, France, for discharge at Mersin. But after loading the weather tumed harsh. Wind con­ ditions were northerly at 50 knots. Lashing gangs and dock workers would not report to work. The Noble Star's master and crew opted to perform lashing op­ erations and then sail, even though the ship was not obligated to pro­ ceed under such volatile condi­ tions. Bosun Sam Bunch, recalled other complications. The longshoremen had put lashings on the containers before they were loaded onboard, Biinch recently told a reporter from the Seafarers LOG. So, during the storm, crewmembers needed hammers and bars to re-do the lashings. Bunch, 41, worked on the deck Help Locate This Missing Chiiti • I • .J. .. '^•"' Jennifer Marie King Seafarers have been asked by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children to assist in lo­ cating Jennifer Marie King, a 17year-old from Hanover Park, 111. King, who uses the name "Marie," was last seen at approxi­ mately 10 a.m. on October 4,1990. The Center believes the 130-pound, 5-foot, 2-inch brunette is an endan­ gered runaway. Anyone with information about King should contact the Center at 1-800-843-5678 or the Hanover (111.) Park Police Department's Missing Persons Unit at 1-708-8370115. Since Jurie 1989, the Seafarers LOG has dedicated a portion of the back page of the publication to dis­ seminate information on missing children. The material is provided by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children as part of the organization's photo distribu­ tion campaign. |v ••: C.—; ,•. :;L'' "in a basket on a crane." He said, ^ "I did it because I wouldn't ask any crewmember to do something that I wouldn't do." All crewmembers wore safety belts and lines. Bunch noted. One week after arriving in France, the Noble Star—finally free from foul weather—^reached Turkey. There, the crew was greeted by another unpleasant sur­ prise: No labor had l^en ordered for unlashing. Four to Five Bays Saved Once again. Noble Star crewmembers performed extra du­ ties so the refugees would receive aid as soon as possible. Sealift, Inc. Vice President John J. Raggio esti­ mated the crewmembers' efforts saved four to five days on the voy­ age. More importantly, Raggio said, the much-needed supplies were delivered in timely fashion. Bosun Bunch, a U.S. Marine veteran who sails from New Or­ leans, said the crew experienced a great sense of accomplishment: "We felt highly needed and were glad to do it." HoUe Star Among First in Gulf War The Seafarers-crewed Noble Star was part of the first convoy to reach Saudi Arabia during the Persian Gulf conflict. It was the first ship to sail to the area with medical supplies. A prepositioning ship, the Noble Star was stationed at Diego Garcia when the buildup began. After its initial voyage to Saudi Arabia, the vessel went to Germany and picked up addi­ tional materiel for Ad Damman, Saudi Arabia. The ship later retumed to the States for more sup­ plies, then headed back for the Persian Gulf. Near Mine Biow-Up Bosun Sam Bunch, de­ scribed his experience in the gulf as "11 months of heat." Bunch said the only time he "felt scared [during the Gulf War] was going through the Suez Canal. A tank mine blew up as we went through. "But it was so hot over there, I didn't have time to feel scared." Chief Steward Andrew Mayo, a union member since 1988, de­ scribed the crew as extremely co­ operative. "Things couldn't have been better," said Mayo, 59. Besides Bunch and Mayo, other Seafarers serving aboard the Noble Star during these events were ABs Francis Sloan, Ricai^do Ramos and Robert A. Sanchez; OSs Gary Stever and Lambert Soniat Dufossat; QMEDs Melvin Clivens and Robert Lee; OMU Ronald Ellis; DEU Manuel Lulley; Chief Cook Michael Lockhart; and GSU Julie Cottle. Crewmembers employed aboard the 2nd Lt. John P. Bobo, Baldomero Lopez, William R. Button, PFC Dewayne T. Williams and Jack Lummus for the period of January 1, 1990through June 30,1990, can apply for EPA payments by submitting cop­ ies of dischatges and/or pay vouchers to union headquarters, attention: Con­ tracts Department � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Title A name given to the resource July 1991 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES ANTI-SCAB BILL VOTE NEARS ‘BUY, SHIP AMERICAN’ PROVISION LINKED TO HOUSE CASH AID BILL FLAGGING OUT RUNS INTO TROUBLE MARAD OFFICIAL TIPS MITT, SUGGESTS SECOND REGISTRY SEAMEN’S UNIONS FIGHTING BACK HUNDREDS OF SEAFARERS, RETIREES REVIEW BENEFITS SPIRITS HIGH AS SEAFARERS MARCH IN VICTORY PARADE COAST GUARD PROPOSES SEAMEN PAY FEE FOR Z-CARDS SEA-LAND HAWAII RESCUES THREE DOWNED FILERS SS PRESIDENT JOHNSON AND CREW SURVIVE SUDDEN CYCLONE SEAFARERS SCORE HIGH IN SEA-LAND CULINARY SEMINAR PHILADELPHIA HEALTH UNIT PROVIDES QUALITY CARE FOR SEAFARERS INLAND LAKES’ CARRIER IS BUSY ON ALL LAKES DELEON HAS SUCCESSFUL CONCERT DEBUT AT LUNDEBERG SCHOOL SEAFARER RATES CAPE FAREWELL AS ‘GOOD SHIP’ WITH ‘GOOD CREW’ BOSUN CANALES AND KING TIE KNOT AT SEA PANEL BLOCKS 1946 DATE FOR WWII MARINER VET STATUS FAIR TREATMENT FOR A FEW OLD SAILORS FIVE SIU FISHERMAN HANDLE A NEW BEDFORD DRAGGER TEN MORE BENEFITS TALKS SLATED FOR YEAR SPANISH, ISRAELI SEAMEN FIGHT FLAG-OUT MOVES WAR BONUS PAYMENTS ARE DELAYED KOCAK SEAFARER COMPARES EXPERIENCES OF THREE WARS NATIONAL ARCHIVES PROVIDES ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TO HELP SEAFARERS VERIFY WWII SERVICE FOR BENEFITS SIU CREW CARRIES OUT MISSION IN HEAVY SEAS Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 07/01/1991 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 53, No. 7 1991 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/2279f9eae6e66f03c04326f92de9b0d9.PDF aa336cf8ecaac1f8ae2906da79f5a40a PDF Text Text ifea':; N*Y-'' ^-^'•' '.* K--' • A. S-~; ' 'f--\ • '•.' :\ H;.7tiV:.-C5:--ir.rJ : SEAFARERS ••• Mt. Pinatubo Blows, Bill Barring Seafarer Ships Striker Hit by Heavy Ash Page 11 Beplacement Goes to Senate; Labor Girds For Battle i Vu. inu} t- :;-• ••^4•-" v;.'.', 'vi- .• Stewards iach Pinnacle r Upgrading Page 10 2'<C>C)C ^hQt/3 ' •'4' V-:;- .' • • I'-f j Pages COOLU i": '•m-i Before the vote, House Majority Leader Gephardt announces support for the bill. O^-t/T .» ^-..•-::.'-^"#i; -y- HOUSE VOTES TO BAN SCABS »-o ;V August 1991 Volume 53, Number 8 o2r •-<KH • a'(/)>— :<>,-•:• -'- SlU Urges Fight :•( • •. ••'•'I'.' On llVorker Tax' Sessions on Benefits Are Found 'HelpfuV By Members, Families New Maritrans Pact -S Page 14 ZfMr'r •' '''•A.'" �.J'-'. i-~ \ v-'-' ,.:''f• , - ,. „,_. » —4«m ' •• • • ••^.i-V;&irSSas®fefc •'. i-ii" SUFmilSLOG President's Report •:?;'•• Jo: Unjust Taxation We in the Seafarers are particularly concerned about the burden that has been put suddenly on the backs of seagoing maritime workers who now are being taxed to go to work. We strongly object because the government on this issue is way out of line. Particularly, it has never been the practice in this democracy of ours to charge a person for the privilege of going to work. Now, because the government needs money, for the first time in the history of the United States, it is saddling American seamen with a so-called user fee for obtaining Coast Guard-issued documents or licen­ ses. In essence, the government has levied a tax on working people, on the very same individuals who currently contribute their fair share to the national budget in the form of income taxes. Studies from the Congressional Budget Office show that throughout the '80s, working and middle class Americans increased Michael Sacco the amount of taxes they pay while very rich individu­ als and corporations enjoyed big cuts in their tax rates. The tax cuts extended to big business and the wealthy throughout the 1980s have come bacl^ haunt us. The federal budget deficit has tripled since 1980 and stands today at close to $230 billion. (That debt figure would be even higher if the social security fund's surplus was deducted from the total budget.) The cumulative effect of the budget deficits of the '80s is a federal debt of close to $2.3 trillion. If one really wants to examine why the nation has such a huge debt, look at the results of the 1981 tax cut for the rich. By slashing the taxes of the most wealthy people in America and big business, the United States treasury has lost $171 billion a year. Under these circumstances, to tax merchant seamen for performing their jobs, for obtaining the best training and highest ratings and licen­ ses, is blatantly unfair. Additionally, to charge a fee for a service that the Coast Guard provides for the good of all American citizens, who on the whole depend on safe waterways, is contrary to the principles on which this nation was founded. The government makes a show of saying the user fee attached to documents and licenses is for services rendered by the Coast Guard. But, in fact, the funds paid by seamen for these items will not go directly to that agency. By law, the monies from the licenses and documents will go straight to the U.S. treasury. This levy for obtaining seamen's papers and marine licenses is nothing short of a revenueraising ploy by the very same government that got itself into the deficit dilemma. Jetting the burden of the federal debt on the backs of seamen is just another way to avoid the real decisions that must be made; namely, determining how to tax equitably in our society. We intend to fight this injustice to see that something is done to correct it. Entire Industry Hit Over and beyond the punitive nature of the user fee that will be charged to American seamen, the entire U.S. maritime industry has •p- ••it , '-•; been socked with a whole host of assessments by the government. The collective amount levied on the industry is substantial. It in­ cludes customs' duties and fees, charges for inspecting grain-carrying ships, a flat fee to the Department of Agriculture's plant and animal inspection agency, fuel surcharges, harbor maintenance fees, a tonnage tax, fees for Coast Guard inspections and examinatipns. We are con­ cerned about what this policy does to further aggravate the plight of the American merchant marine. It puts the industry at a competitive disadvantage. Instead of socking it to U.S. shipping, the government should be providing positive programs that recognize the value of a merchant shipping capability to the national interest. Not only are there jobs involved, but people must be encouraged to go into the shipping business, not discouraged. jii Benefits Conferences The sessions being held at each SIU hall on the medical, pension, vacation and educational benefits of Seafarers by all accounts have been worth attending. To date nine conferences have been held, six more remain. I urge every member, pensioner and their families to take part in the conferences that will be held in Baltimore, New Orleans, Honolulu, Jacksonville, San Juan and Algonac. Your participation mat­ ters. All comments and suggestions are being compiled so that we may analyze the needs of all Seafarers and their families. Paul Hall's Birthday August 20, a holiday for Seafarers working aboard SlU-contracted ships, marks the birthday of the man who headed the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District from 1947 until his death in June 1980. Paul Hall took over the helm of this union at the age of 32, nine years after it was formed by members of what was then a mori­ bund International Seamen's Union. Under Paul Hall's leadership, what started as a gritty band of some 500 seamen shipping from the Atlantic and Gulf coasts became a powerful organization representing thousands of American seafarers. In eve:ry situation—^whether it was fighting the commies on the waterfront or battling finky and ruthless shipowners, whether it was uniting the maritime industry in pursuit of national legislation to pro­ mote a U.S.-flag shipping capacity or extending a promising career path to a young person—^Paul Hall demonstrated a keen ability to under­ stand people and their motivations, a shrewd strategic sense from which came some very creative tactics. August 20 is the day Seafarers pay tribute to Paul H^l and his immeasurable contribution to the SIU, the labor movement in general and this industry in particular. ,••#1 JI OMI Star Rescues Four Refugees in 30-Mile Winds, 20-Foot Swells SIU members onboard the OMI Star overcame darkness and rough seas to rescue four Cuban refugees in the Straits of Florida, roughly 15 miles south of Key West. Recertified Bosun Robert Eugene All«i and ABs Paul Carolan,KdthTlHHiq)son and Gary Snodgrass took part in the res­ cue operation, Thompson which happened around 2:15 a.m. April 13. The four Cubans, men ages 2029, were clinging to a homemade raft when severe weather hit the area. They had left Cuba four days earlier, heading for the United States. The Cubans had traversed approximately 75 miles and had exhausted their meager supply of fresh water and CMapges. Already in dire circumCarolan stances, the ref­ .^' , ;. '>•'', 'i. /, ugees saw their situation become even worse when 30-mph winds and 20-foot swells kicked in. Cries for Help Heard AB Carolan walked onto the bridge shortly after 2 a.m. and heard people screaming nearby. He looked off the starboard side and saw one of the Cubans waving a flashlight, riding a raft which consisted of canvas tied over four tires. "They called me and the day­ men," Bosun Allen recently told a reporter from the Seafar­ ers LOG. "We got all the lifesaving equip­ ment and threw Allen them a rope. "It was a perfect throw, but the Cubans were in such a hurry they missed the line'. We turned and tried to get them again. This time we threw two lines, and they got them tied." One of the refugees sik)ke Eng­ lish, and he told OMI Star Crew- members they left Cuba "to start a new life," Allen recalled. "Things must be pretty bad over there. "They were really grateful we saw them. They were hugging and kissing everybody." Salt-Encrusted Refugees After the rescue, the steward department members set up a room where the salt-covered men could get clean. The galley gang then prepared a much-appreciated meal Volume 53, Number 8 for them. The Coast Guard picked up the four men two hours later. "Please put in a word for the good job SIU seamen did," Cap­ tain Jim Hevican told the LOG. "They did one hell of a job." Hevican said he was shocked the Cubans made it so far on their flimsy flotation device. "How they survived, I don't know. I can't believe it held up," he added. "They were all encrusted with salt, and they had sores." August 1991 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp. Springs, Md. 20746. Telephone (301) 8990675. Second-class postage paid at MSC Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith; Assistant Editor, Daniel Duncan; Associate Editors, Jordan Biscardo, Max Hall; Associate Editor/ Production, Deborah Greene; Art^ Bill Brower. m �ijlllll 111 II AUGusrm r '-s House Passes Anti-Scab Bill In a 247-182 vote, the House of Representatives voted to make it illegal to replace striking workers with scabs. After an intense debate last month, the majority of House "If employees cannot mount ai members voted in sup­ meaningful strike threat, the fed­ port of the labor move­ eral labor policy does not work '•-.r' i.:'-'t-- :• .,.. II ^".11 J . '\, -i ;- . ,• •• • A paperworker who lost his job to a scab demonstrates outside the Capitol to rally support for the striker replacement bill. ment's position to close a loophole which allows em­ ployers to permanently hire without it. There is no incentive for the employer to make conces­ sions or reach agreement." individuals who have crossed a picket line to assume the jobs of striking employees, or better said— scabs. The legislation, known as the Workplace Fairness Bill, now goes to the Senate. A vote in that congressional chamber is ex­ pected after the Labor Day recess. Secretary of Labor Lynn Martin has indicated President George Bush will oppose the bill. The trade union movement is seeking enough congressional support for the measure to override a presi­ dential veto. Representative William Ford (DMich.), a driving force behind the House bill, H.R. 5, noted in his remarks to colleagues during a floor debate on the measure, "This right to strike was and is the key­ stone of our national labor rela­ tions program. Bill Rights a Wrong Keeping scabs employed after a strike ends is a phenomenon which began in the 1980s. While the loophole allowing employers to permanently replace striking workers was created by a 1938 Supreme Court decision known as the Mackay Radio ruling, few businesses employed the tactic until the decade of the Reagan admin­ istration. Many of the bitter strikes that have become synonymous with the 1980s were marked by the hiring of replacement workers. Most recently, the former owner of The New York Daily News, the Tribune Company, spent $24 mil­ lion toforce a strike, bring in scabs and replace its union employees. Continued on page 24 The Second Registry Gaffe—End of an Illusion • - 'i.\. •; ••*'.. There is a current of confusion running through the maritime industry these days that apparently is giving more than a few people second thoughts about the seriousness of the industry's concern about its plight. The bewilderment stems from a twist of circumstances after it was announced on May 20 that the United Seamen's Service, which maintains recreational facilities for seamen of all flags and services in 10 foreign ports, would be giving one of its annual awards to the Department of Transportation's Maritime Administrator, Warren Leback, for his contri­ butions to U.S.-flag shipping and international transportation, American seafarers and the United Seamen's Service. The award is called the Admiral of the Ocean Sea (AOTOS). A similar award will be given to the veteran shipping company executive, Charles Hiltzheimer, president of the SlU-contracted Puerto Rico Marine Management and a former head of Sea-Land Services and United States Lines. It was with no small degree of shock that the maritime industry and a congressional commit­ tee, at a hearing on June 19, heard Maritime Administrator Leback recommend considera­ tion of a "second registry." That consideration would mean, in plain English, opening up jobs on American-flag ships to foreign seamen. It drew sharp comment and questions from House Merchant Marine Committee Chairman Walter Jones and Congresswoman Helen Bentley. The Seafarers LOG ran a story condemning the Leback proposal in the July issue. No other criticism was evident from other sources. As the implications of the bizarre proposal began to sink in, those who still had illusions "I crown you Admiral of the Ocean Sea and Ruler of the Queen's Navee..." of Maritime Administration "friendliness" were knocked loose of their fantasy. For union sea­ men, the Leback second registry suggestion had particular meaning. This was something right out of a major oil company's book. That it would come from the prepared text of a gov­ ernment official whose mission and responsi­ bility is to promote the American merchant marine in the national interests, was nothing short of outrageous. Even among the administration's apologists in the industry there was evidence that Leback's revealing words were causing schizophrenic reactions. Example: In his organization's pub­ lication June-July issue, C.E. "Gene" DeFries, who now heads only the predominantly nonmaritime parent body of the Licensed Division of the Marine Engineers Beneficial Association, hailed the AOTOS award to Leback, saying "few individuals were more deserving." In the next issue of the Marine Journal, dated July-August, the publication ran several scare headlines and a story mentioning the second registry proposal. Nowhere did the DeFries publication criticize Leback for making the proposal. In fact, it clearly sought to absolve Leback of the guilt which is his alone for floating the ide^. Actually, the circumstance of "honoring" someone who thinks running American seamen off American ships might be a way to rebuild the U.S. industry is no reason to go off the deep end. After all, the award ceremony is only a means of raising funds. The honoree in ques­ tion was selected, not because of his achieve­ ments in promoting the American-flag industry but rather because his position as chief officer of the Maritime Administration could be used as leverage to sell tickets. There are at least a dozen people in the Maritime Administration whose devotion and performance in carrying out the duties of the agency makes them emi­ nently more deserving of recognition by the industry. It is to be expected that some will view this commentary as much ado about nothing, but while some segments of maritime may be com­ fortable in an evening of back-slapping makebelieve, seafaring workers must deal with real­ ity, lest they forget the values and principles on which their jobs and security rest. Samuel Gompers, a wise American who was the first president of the American Federation of Labor, stated it very simply for those who want to be honest with themselves: "Reward your friends; punish your enemies," he advised. Not the other way around. f• I f'-l f • 'h • •B:- 'fM-fx- - 'Vl �-.'V V V. SanRERS lOG Wages, ••II Seafarers working aboard Maritrans Partners L.P. tugs and barges ratified a new five-year contract which scores big gains in pay and adds a deck utility position to the crew complement of under-3000 HP boats. SIU members also voted to consolidate into one master agreement the three labor pacts which previously covered hours, wages and working conditions in the Maritrans, Mariner and Inter­ state fleets. The new agreement, which went into effect June 1 and extends until 19%, was ratified by the member­ ship by a 2.5 to 1 vote in May. Nearly 250 Seafarers sail in the Maritrans fleet of 48 barges and 39 tugs, the laigest U.S.-flag coastal marine transporter of petroleum products. The new pact reverses a decadelong trend of wage slashes and employer-union confrontations which has characterized collective bargaining in the inland waterborne transit industry. Under the new pact, wages will increase by 20 to 40 percentdepending on the job classification and vessel assignment—over the life of the contract. All benefit levels were maintained and the harbor towing fleet Seafarers were brought up to par with other Mar­ itrans SIU members in the area of pension credits. In addition to adding a deck utility rating to the manning scale of under-3000 HP boats, the po­ sition of apprentice-mate will now be within the Seafarers bargaining unit. Union negotiators sought and obtained a single contract encom­ passing the equipment of each Maritrans Partners L.P. subsidi­ ary. With one pact in place, crewmembers represented by the SIU sailing on Mariner, Interstate and Maritrans tugs and baiges will have greater bargaining strength, and management will have a more ef­ ficient personnel operation, noted rank-and-file Seafarers on the con­ tract negotiating committee. William *'B1IP* Lehew, a Mari­ trans tankerman who served on the bargaining group, called the agreement "a step forward." Le­ hew was able to compare this round of negotiations with the contract meetings held in 1985, when he also served on the bar­ gaining committee. "There was a lot of concern about the morale of crewmembers in these talks," he said. m' • v^' •ff'V It •'•.:'-•• :i'-|,:v' .•;/ :'-3'-, - . ^ iiS; ' ?•! . i-:' •f.- •••;:' •. •f- - -" ' '•Vtl .V ;f: mtc.V'- :• ' f( -:v-: • 'r^c. rt: • f #-• • 'fif; I Dedication to Safety The union and Maritrans, the parent company to the three fleets covered by the agreement, reiter­ ated a joint commitment to con­ tinued improvement of safety mechanisms and procedures. Shipboard personnel, as well as shoreside workers, employed by Maritrans are to strive for a "flaw­ less performance," according to the agreement reached by both parties. Throughout the negotiations, the Seafarers and Maritrans manage­ ment recognized the need for safe operation of all marine transport equipment. The accord was crafted Up in 3-Fleet Maritians Pact to ensure the company is able to meet and exceed the safety pro­ cedures incorporated in the na­ tion's regulatory regime as a result of the enactment of the Oil Pol­ lution Act of 1990. The SIU bargaining committee consisted of Maritrans fleet rep­ resentatives Lehew and Tankerman Steve Gardnier. AB-Tankerman Rick Lord participated in behalf of Seafarers on Interstate equipment. Mariner delegates on the negotiating committee were Tankerman Harold Acord, ABTankerman Greg Luce and Cook Pete Carlton. SIU Assistant Vice President Dave Heindel served as the lead negotiator in the talks. The contract was ratified by the membership. Serving on the vote tally committee were nine Seafar­ ers, three from each fleet. Mariner tallymen were AB-Tankerman James Brooks, AB-Tankerman Jeff Peterson and AB-Tankerman Frank Sessa. Interstate Seafarers were represented by Deck Utility Dan Van Sclver, Randal Goodlson, AB; and Thorn Farrell, AB-tankerman. Seafarers sailing aboard Maritrans equipment review the new contract with SIU Assistant Vice President Dave Heindel (standing). OS James R. GiifBtts, Tankerman Anthony Mykllch and Deckhand Vincent Moore were present for Maritrans Seafarers. The Maritrans fleet moves some 250 million barrels of petroleum and petroleum-products—-includ­ ing gasoline, jet fuel, home heating oil, crude oil, asphalt—a year. The company, which traces its origins to the last century, is a master limited partnership formed in 1987 when spun off by the parent Sonat Inc. Maritrans operates along the Eastern seaboard and Gulf of Mexico. In addition to transport­ ing petroleum and its byproducts, the company also provides light­ ering and ship bunkering services. Ausbalkms Bnbmk on Fleet IMwik^ Australian shipping interests representing maritime unions, shi­ powners and the government have coalesced to develop and imple­ ment programs to keep an active and growing Australian merchant marine in place. In an attempt to assess what other industrialized nations are doing in support of their national fleets, the key players in the Aus­ tralian-flag shipping industry are holding a series of meetings with sea-going unions, operators and government officials in Japan, the United States and several Euro­ pean countries. While in the United States last month, the representatives of the Australian Shipping Industry Re­ form Authority investigated American policy in the areas of shipbuilding, vessel purchase in­ centives, taxation arrangements, operating costs, cargo reservation schemes and the framework in which government, labor and management pursue common goals. In a meeting with the SIU and District 2 MEBA-AMO, the Australians asked for background on U.S. cargo preference laws and cabotage provisions. The overseas study mission of the Australian Shipping Industry Reform Authority is but one step in the process being undertaken collaboratively by Australian shi­ powners, maritime unions and government to reform the industry and make Australian shipping more competitive. The activities of the group follow a formal agreement among shipowners, the maritime unions and the government for accelerated reform. Adopting the motto of "keeping the fleet afloat," the Australian maritime interests have taken a series of steps in the past few years designed to reinvigorate its na­ tional shipping capacity. The partnership among unions. shipowners and government made it possible to reduce manning lev­ els from an average of 34 crewmembers in the early 1980s to 21 today, a 38 percent reduction. Government-supported training programs were instituted to coin­ cide with the manning cuts. Ship­ owners who reduced manning were given tax breaks to encourage new building. As a result, while man­ ning decreased, the number of Australian-flag vessels went up. This tax scheme extended to operators was a five-year depre­ ciation regime commencing the year before the ship was commis­ sioned. Additionally, in return for cuts in manning, a seven percent taxable grant was made available to shipowners for introducing new tonnage until 1997. Ships quali­ fying under this process may be depreciated for taxation purposes at a rate of 29 percent, under the prime cost method, starting the year prior to delivery. The reform authority notes that the restructuring process has increased confidence in the indus­ try, as evidenced by a recent in­ vestment in Australian-flag ship­ ping in excess of $1 billion for new vessels. Nine deep sea vessels currently are being built that will operate under the Australian flag. The addition of new vessels which have improved fuel effi­ ciency, greater carrying capacity and other state-of-the-art mecha­ nisms, coupled with reduced man­ ning, has dramatically increased the industry's productivity by 54 percent in less than a decade. Both operators and the unions have taken steps to consolidate. In 1986 the Australian National Maritime Association was formed to bring together Australian-flag shipping companies in one advo­ cacy group. The association today represents 90 percent of the Aus­ tralian fleet. The seven Australian maritime unions have merged into three ^organizations, and by the end of • this year there will be two Aus­ tralian maritime unions. In addition, Australian seafaring unions and shipowners are seeking to bring shipping on an even keel with road and rail transport, which is heavily subsidized in that coun­ try. Additionally, the groups seek reform of port operations, which they characterize as inefficient monopolies. fte f}'<:^®®'Sacco(left) talks with Patrick Geraghty (center), the head of Anthonv Pana*^nrt" group's assistant federal secretary, Anthony Papaconstuntinos, dunng their time in Washington. D.C. �•NijwglKlil T'iy!^--i. ~y;-:^y--' -••-• M SlU Hits 'Worker Tax' on Seamen Fees for Z-Cards, Licenses Could Cost $35 and $350 IK? #1^-' • f' . The United States Coast Guard has an­ nounced that seamen will be charged between $35 and $350 for the costs involved in the issuance of a merchant mariner document, li­ cense or certificate of registry. No date has been designated for the so-called user fee to begin because the agency is in the process of accepting comments and views on the proposal. The user fee for Coast Guard services is the result of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 passed last year as an attempt by Congress and the administration to reduce the federal budget deficit. As part of the Department of Transportation's revenue-raising mecha­ nisms incorporated in the legislation, a long­ standing statute which prohibited the collection of fees for the licensing of certain shipboard positions was lifted. Dissatisfaction with the user fee proposed was voiced by SIU President Michael Sacco, who felt that seamen were being discriminated against in what amounts to a mandatory taxation on employment. He said the issue of a "worker tax" was one for the SIU and the entire labor movement to attack vigorously. He pointed out that the user fe^ for obtaining licenses and Z-cards was noth­ ing more than a thinly disguised revenue-raiser for the federal coffer, done off the backs of workers who already pay income taxes as their share of the nation's taxes. Cause for All Workers Sacco said he would recommend this be a leading issue for the labor movement because all working people should be concerned about this inequitable and back door ploy to pump more money into the national treasury. "If seamen are now going to be charged an em­ ployment-related tax, what group of workers will be next?" he said. The Coast Guard's proposal for the user fees was issued on June 20. At this point, the agency is accepting comments from interested parties. As the LOG went to press, the SIU was in the process of formulating its response to the user fee proposal. Comments are due August 5. Highlights of the SIU's position will be printed in the September LOG. After the Coast Guard reviews the comments received from all interested parties and deter­ mines if any of the recommendations should be incorporated into the user fee scheme, the agency will issue a final rule-making in the Federal Register. At that point, seamen can expect to begin paying the charges assigned to merchant mariner documents, licenses and cer­ tificates of registry. While the Coast Guard may modify its pro­ posal, some sort of user fees will be put into place because such charges are mandated by law in the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990. According to a notice published in the Federal Register, the Coast Guard based its projections of fees on what it costs the agency to process licenses, merchant mariner documents and cer­ tificates of registry. Of concern to all seamen is the Coast Guard's comment that it "will revise these proposed fees when costs change because of inflation, deflation, or changes in the way the services are provided." The agency cited the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 as one law which in its implementation might increase the cost of user fees. Fee for Seamen's Documents The Coast Guard proposes charging a basic $35 fee for a merchant mariner document with­ out a qualified rating; i.e., a wiper, ordinary seamen or food handler. A z-card with a qual­ ified rating—such as an AB, QMED, lifeboatman or tankerman—would cost a total of $135.. This figure includes a $35 issuance fee, a $60 evaluation fee and a $40 examination fee. Under the Coast Guard's proposed user fees, upgrading or sitting for a license will cost a seaman additional funds. If an ordinary seaman upgrades to AB, it would cost him $135, the total amount charged for evaluation of the application, examination and issuance of the new document. An upgrade from AB-limited to AB-unlimited would cost $95 since there is no examination involved. If a wiper upgrades to QMED-FOWT or QMED-any rating, under these procedures it will cost $135 for the process of evaluation, examination and issuance of the new document. The endorsements of lifeboatman and tankerman could end up costing a seaman a maximum of $135 if the special ratings are obtained at a separate and distinct time from upgrading to another position. . The cost of deck and engine licenses is divided into two categories. Generally, upper level fees apply to ocean and near coastal licenses for inspected vessels over 1600 gross tons. Lower level fees include first class pilots. Two Levels for Licenses According to the Coast Guard Federal Reg­ ister notice, upper level licenses will cost a total of $330. This fee includes a $70 evaluation fee, a $225 examination fee and the $35 issuance fee. Applicants for lower level licenses will be charged a total of $180—$65 for the evaluation, $80 for the examination and $35 for its issuance. The Coast Guard notes that the full exami­ nation fee proposed for both upper level and lower level licenses will not be charged when the seaman only needs a partial or limited examination or an open book examination for the renewal of a license. If the applicant is going for an original license. z-card or certificate of registry, he will have to pay an additional $17 charge for an FBI criminal record check which will be forwarded to the Coast Guard. The agency is in the process of determining acceptable methods of payment. Among the ideas on the table are credit card payments, checks, money orders, cash. The agency is considering penalties for failure to pay the fees. Origins of User Fee The notion that seamen should pay a fee for their seamen's documents or licenses has been bandied about since the early 1980s during then President Ronald Reagan's first term in office. When the Reagan administration engineered deep cuts in government spending and sought to institute a payment-for-service scheme for a variety of public programs, user fees for Coast Guard activities surfaced in the form of various budget and legislative proposals. The concept was offered as a part of the administration's annual budget each year throughout the 1980s but Congress consistently resisted the proposal. The SIU and the rest of the maritime industry worked diligently and successfully every year to block the enactment of user fees for Coast Guard services. Last year, in a quick and desperate move to meet its assigned revenue raising goals. Con­ gress swiftly tacked on Coast Guard user fees to the budget bill, known as the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990. In short, user fees for Coast Guard services became law without going through the normal legislative process. As a result of the 1990 budget act, user fees will be established for Coast Guard services related to vessel documentation, commercial vessel inspections, vessel plan review and equipment approval, in addition to the issuance of seamen's papers and licenses. PROPOSED USER FEES FOR Z-CARDS AND LICENSES Evaluation Fee Examination Fee Document Without Qualified Rating Document With Qualified Rating $35 $ 60 License—Lower Level 65 License—Upper Level 70 $ 40 •1 $ 35 ; 80 ; 225 • Duplicate or Replacement Document or License issuance Fee I,i'ft.'.-- 35 Note: The Coast Guard is proposing an additional fee of $17 for an FBI criminal record check to be added to the evaluation fee if the application is for an original license or an original merchant mariner document. Source: Federal Register; Department of Transportation Coast Guard "User Fees for Marine Licensing, Certification of Registry and Merctiant Mariner Documentation; Proposed Rule;" June 20, 1991. SPECIAL NOTICE TO TANKER CREWS On tankers with the one man deck watch, the Bosun and A.B. Maintenance ratings may be required to stand watch due to inclement weather and heavy traffic. Because of the overtime restrictions imposed by the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 and for reasons of safety, they shall be assigned to a watch during cargo opera­ tions. During cargo operations, they shall not be covered i by the day worker rules in Article II, Section 39 and Article III, Section 10 Of the Standard Tanker Agree­ ment. Any questions regarding this should be referred to the contracts department at headquarters or to the nearest union h^ officials. •-v V •• 0 , V, ,, • '.Mi �SEAHUtERS m '^fs.: - ,ro, ,• , ;r.;: - ' - f I From the moment the 13th anV-Sj Great Steamboat Race from , :;t-r: | New Orleans to St. Louis began, there was no doubt an SlU-crewed ship would emerge victorious. That's because both the Delta Queen and the Mississippi Queen, the only overnight passenger paddlewheel steamboats left in America, are manned by Seafarers. This year, it was the Mississippi Queen that won the race. Part of the race involves compe­ tition between the crews. Among the winners of this year's events were SIU members Rick Larson, porter aboard the Mississippi Queen, and Amy Talbot, a cabin attendant on the Delta Queen. Larson won the luggage race, while Talbot tri­ umph^ in the maid cart race. •. Amy Talbot wins cart race. Mississippi Queen (top) leads Delta Queen in Great Steamboat Race. SlU-crewed Tug Leaves Competition in Its Wake it': Eventual winner Kristin Lee (right) pulls away from nearest competitor. V J-••'••'• ". w •'•i 1 • SIU wives Sandy Thornton (left, wife of Donald Thornton) and Kim Kelley (Timothy Kelley) enjoy race. i • SIU Vice President Byron Kelley takes turn at Kristin Lee's helm. SIU Deckhand Fred Kerns exults after Kristin Lee's victory. i Lundeberg School Treats The desserts prepared by Lundeberg School Executive Chef Romeo LupinaccI (center) and Seafarer Robert Miller sold briskly at a recent street fair bake sale in Washington, D.C. The SlU-crewed Kristin Lee, using only 80 percent of its engine capacity, blew away the competi­ tion at last month's Annual Inter­ national Tugboat Race on the Detroit River. The Kristin Lee, an OLS Trans­ port Company boat, was one of two-dozen American and Cana­ dian tugs which participated in the event. The race is part the weeklong Intemational Canadian Festi­ val. (The 3/t-mile wide Detroit River separates Detroit, Mich, from Ontario, Canada.) SIU members who crewed the winning boat are Mates Claude Sankey and Ron Nestle, Engineer Bill Hastings, Assistant Engineer Keith Roberge, ABs Danny Goleman and Fred Kerns and Cook David Weirsham. Former member Clark King served as captain on the tug, and other mem­ bers were onboard as guests. "It was fun, a break in the regu­ lar routine," recalled Assistant En­ gineer Roberge. The company permitted the members to invite their families aboard. Roberge was able to show his wife, Susan; two of his five children, Natalie and Jesse; and his mother and father what he does aboard a boat for the first time. "All the guests really enjoyed them­ selves," he added. "There's no competition be­ cause we have the biggest tug," Cook Weirsham said with a laugh. "When we take off at the start, we come close to sinking five or six other boats. "It's a good old time, nothing serious. It's a chance to show off your boat.... This year we had a beautiful day and the river was calm." Nearly a quarter-million specta­ tors lined the river's banks as the Kristin Lee finished in record time. The winning boat is 160 feet in length and has 3,000 horsepower. Other trophies were awarded to tugs which competed in smaller boat categories. "I think it's pretty lighthearted," said AB Goleman. "Quite a few people turn out, but the competition won't be serious unless they get the same (horse­ power) boats going against each other." f • •• While the Kristin Lee success­ fully defended its title, SIU Vice. President Lakes and Inland Waters Byron Kelley continued a personal winning streak of sorts—he has been onboard the last seven Inter­ national Race winners. "My father won the third of these races, back in 1953 or so," Kelley recalled. "In fact, I still have that trophy." The former ocean-going tug now pushes an asphalt barge on the Lakes. �• ' ': ^ : A-./--. ". AUGUST mi • -V Tl Coast Guard Issues New Random Drug..Test Rules Only shipboard personnel whose duties can be characterized as ex­ traordinarily safety-sensitive will be subject to random drug testing, it was announced in a final rule issued by the U.S. Coast Guard appearing in the Federal Register last month. Aboard most vessels, this will exempt the wiper and members of the steward depart­ ment from random urinalysis tests. The new rules mandate that all marine personnel employers have a random drug testing program in place by October 1, 1991. The Coast Guard has determined that the number of individuals to be submitted to random urinalysis tests by the marine employer should be "no less than 50 percent of all crewmembers on an annual baSIS. • •'V • ,--; •', •';" • t''' ' l.' jT>;--Vf-y The Coast Guard was forced to revise its original random drug testing procedures which were promulgated in 1988 because of a court case initiated by the SIU and the Transportation Institute (TI), an association of U.S.-flag shipping companies. In objecting to the government's drug testing program, the SIU ar­ gued that random testing was an invasive procedure that violated an individual's privacy rights. Furthermore, the union argued the government had no business in­ truding in matters that could be handled in the collectivej| bargain­ ing process. In December 1989, a federal district court ruled the Coast Guard had failed to show that a "war­ rantless, suspicionless search" was justified for all crewmembers since the agency had failed to demon­ strate a "clear, direct nexus . . . between the nature of the employ­ ee's duty and the nature of the feared violation." The Coast Guard had to return to the drawing board to develop random drug testing regulations that could be sustained under the constitution's Fourth Amendment which protects an individual's pri­ vacy interests and prevents un­ warranted search and seizure. Judge Thomas Hogan's ruling in­ vited the Coast Guard to develop revised random testing procedures that would identify a direct link between the crewmember's as­ signed duties and the safe navi­ gation of the vessel. Certificate of Inspection In the new rule the Coast Guard defines crewmembers with direct responsibility for safety as those who, for the most part, are listed on an inspected vessel's certificate of inspection (COI). Thus seamen performing the duties of patrol­ men, watchmen and lifeboatmen will be subject to random drug testing. Should a wiper or galley gang member be serving in any of these capacities, he or she would be included in the random testing pool. According to the new rule, if a seaman "fails a chemical test for dangerous drugs, the individual's employer or prospective employer shall report the test results in writ­ ing to the nearest Coast Guard Officer in Charge, Marine Inspec­ tion." Additionally, the rule states, "The individual shall be denied employment as a crewmember or removed from duties which di­ rectly affect the safe operation of the vessel as soon as practicable and shall be subject to suspension and revocation proceedings against his or her license, certificate of registry or merchant mariner's document. . ." Protecting Privacy Rights Originally, the Coast Guard is­ sued a final rule requiring preemployment, periodic, random, post-accident and probable cause drug testing for commercial vessel shipboard personnel on Novem­ ber 21, 1988. The SIU and TI went into court on November 29, 1988 and filed a lawsuit against the procedures. While the SIU re. mained committed to a drug-free workplace, the union's lawsuit ar­ gued that any program to deal with the problem should be equitable and respect the privacy rights of seafarers. On December 18, 1989, the Dis­ trict court enjoined the Coast Guard from implementing its random testing program as spelled out in the final rule while allowing the other four kinds of testing to pro­ ceed. Excerpts from the Coast Guard's Rules Governing Random Drug Testing Of Shipboard Personnel Federal Register July 6,1991 f;.''•••• Inspect^ Vessels Wipers "It [the final rule] requires chemical testing for dangerous drugs on a ran­ dom basis (random testing) of crew­ members on inspected vessels who occupy a position, or perform the du­ ties and functions of a position, re­ quired by the vessel's Certificate of Inspection; who perform the duties and functions of patrolrnen or watchmen; or who are specifically assigned the duties of warning, mustering, assem­ bling, assisting or controlling the movement of passengers during emergencies." "The Coast Guard agrees that the ordinary duties of a wiper are not so safety-sensitive as to require random testing. Generally, a wiper occupies an entry level position In the engine department. Is not required by the COI, and. Is closely supervised by other engine department personnel when performing safety-sensitive duties. In those few Instances where wipers are required by the COI, they have been determined to be essential to the safe operation of the vessel. Accordingly, the final rule requires only those wipers who are specifically required by the COI, or who perform some other 'operation' duty In addition to their duties as a wiper, to be subject to random testing." ii-' Harbor Pilots "The rule also requires random testing of crewmembers on uninspected ves­ sels who are required by law or reg­ ulation to hold a license Issued by the Coast Guard In order to perform their duties on the vessel; who perform duties and functions directly related to the safe operation of the vessel; who perform the duties and functions of patrolmen or watchmen or who are specifically assigned the duties of warning, mustering, assembling, as­ sisting or controlling the movement of passengers during emergencies." Non-COi Listed Personnel "The final rule requires that harbor pilots be subject to random drug test­ ing.' .V'J Steward Department "The Coast Guard does not believe that cooking and galley cleaning alone have a sufficient tie to safe vessel operation to warrant random testing. However those cooks on any type of vessel who have ordinary and routine duties ... that are directly related to the safe operation of the vessel should be subject to random testing." •V.-, ", I: , ;-. /, f.v '. , ., \ s'-i -r: ••'••!?• >;r •,^;;.:?', •.I'i"' Medical Services for New York Seafarers Rose Dammeyer (left) and her husband, Clifford, an SIU pensioner, review the programs offered by the union's designated medical provider in New York. Sonja Mason of the Methodist Hospital was on hand at the New York benefits conference, where this picture was taken, to advise Seafarers of the institute's services. A caption in the July Seafarers LOG, page 5, incorrectly identified Rose Dammeyer. f, • • "When crewmembers In addition to those listed on the COI are engaged at the discretion of the vessel owner or operator to perform the same duties as those crewmembers listed on the COI, these additional crewmembers must be subject to random testing for the same reasons as COI listed per­ sonnel. The Coast Guard could not, therefore, limit the random testing re­ quirements to only the crewmembers required by the COI. The requirement In the final rule that COI listed crew­ members be subject to random testing Is only a threshold requirement for testing crewmembers on Inspected vessels. The marine employer must Identify all other crewmembers who perform operations duties and ensure that they, too, are subject tb random testing." "A crewmember's assignment to an emergency duty on the passenger vessel's station bill Is not sufficient reason to require the crewmember to be subject to random testing. The Coast Guard's position concerning emergency duties Is that only those crewmembers who are assigned spe­ cific emergency duties which make them directly responsible for the safety of life of passengers should be subject to random testing. Direct responsibility for passenger safety must be assigned to and understood by a crewmember as a job function. Crewmenribers who may simply 'help out' In an emergency are not thereby subject to random testing. Of course. In an emergency, persons who are not otherwise subject to random testing are not precluded from providing assistance to passen­ gers that Is beyond their normal job requirements." •! y.- • ' i f -"y Passenger Ships ' ''\-. V •:x:- ••, .-: y,; •i ' Uninspected Vessels • '• ij.l,' t •-'i-i-,.j;':y On July 27,1990 the Coast Guard published revised random testing rules designed to meet the con­ cerns of Judge Hogan. The SIU submitted strong comments at that time pointing out the Coast Guard had failed to define the categories of merchant seamen that should be subjected to the invasive pro­ cedure of random testing urinal­ ysis because their duties were inexorably linked to the safe nav­ igation of a vessel. The final rule issued last month by the Coast Guard addressed the SIU's concerns and clearly out­ lined which crewmembers per­ formed duties tied to safety. • I : -ft' �•,,,'.'•;^•• • '••;•>,'•' •• ••;•'" '.'f,''f >-t/'>:y-):.':vV./'' /"y-y"- • . -- -» r •' » ^ 8 ^:' I i.; •" The name of the latest medical facility to become a Seafarers pre­ ferred provider organization (PPO) says a lot about its opera­ tional philosophy. Immediate Medical Care Cen­ ter, located in San Pedro, Calif, near the Wilmington SIU hall, is a no-appointment-needed facility which provides quality health care for Seafarers, pensioners and fam­ ilies. The center, open seven days a week, also promises something days a week," said Dr. Christopher Traughber, one of the center's phy­ sicians. Traughber is certified by the American Board of Family Prac­ tice and is a graduate of the Univer­ sity of California-Davis School of Medicine. Additionally, he is the medical director of the Peninsula Rehabilitation Center. Also working at Immediate Medical Care Center are doctors Dirk Ruffin and John Murashige, Wilmington Patrolman George Tricker (center) tours new clinic with members Rob Cabibi and Morty Tashmen. ••••'•.'• IV'"- li: •. •; ..•-' -i-; yir" Mrt'lr • ;•>-*.'• i' I -i • -• ..-'.ff ••. SaFARiRS 106 Seafarers Get Immediate Care at San Pedro Clinic ''''''' ' 'II • ' [-• ^•',K^'•• • • '•h^\•4-'rv>v,j.^;. -'r-i^^.-;.:; ... uncommon in many medical facil­ ities: little or no waiting time, re­ gardless of whether a patient is being treated for something as se­ rious as a fracture or as common as a cold. Seafarers began using the facil­ ity on July 1, after the Seafarers Welfare Plan contracted with Im­ mediate Medical Care Center. Since then, more than 200 mem­ bers have received treatment there. "I've been there twice, once for an annual (physical) and once be­ cause of strep throat, and they are a lot faster than the place wfe.used,. to use," said Chief Cook Curtis Phillips, 36. "The people are very pleasant and I got good treatment." "I got great service," said blackgang member Horst Baetjer, 53. "Everyone here is friendly, and I had no problems." The Immediate Medical Care Center, affiliated with Torrance Memorial Hospital, opened three years ago. Patients there are treated in private rooms, and the center is open from 8 a.m. until 9 p.m. every day of the year. "We're here seven both certified by the American Board of Family Practice. Many Treatments Available If a Seafarer in the Wilmington area suffers a life-threatening emergency, such as a heart attack or a major auto accident, he or she should go directly to Torrance Me, morial Hospital (or the nearest hos­ pital with blood banks, operating rooms and intensive care units). However, Immediate Medical Care Center provides medical ser­ vices for voluminous ailments and injuries such as lacerations, wounds, bruises, sprains, frac­ tures, sore throats, cough, fever, eye and ear injuries, minor bums, colds and flu, respiratory illnesses and intestinal disorders. On-site X-ray and laboratory fa­ cilities allow staff members to quickly process test results. More­ over, the center's dispensary issues many medications, saving Seafarers numerous trips to the pharmacy. The facility also offers immuni-. zations and health information for travelers, based on U.S. Depart- ment of Health reports. The parent facility, Torrance Memorial Hospital, has been an active member of the South Bay/Peninsula community for more than 60 years. It is a 330-bed hospital offering numerous ser­ vices and health programs, from weight management courses to first aid training and from emer­ gency care services to rehabilita­ tion. Progress Continues The Seafarers Welfare Plan's designation of Immediate Medical Care Center as a PPO represents continued progress in health care for Seafarers. Throughout the country, the medical plan is Con­ tracting with a preferred provider in each of the cities where an SIU clinic has been located. The PPO program was started to ensure that Seafarers and their families continue obtaining quality medical care and, at the same time, help the medical plan combat con­ tinually rising health costs. A pre­ ferred provider clinic or hospital is simply a medical facility which agrees to provide services to Sea­ farers and their families for a nego­ tiated reimbursement rate. Among the advantages of using PPOs: • Preferred provider organiza­ tion hospitals are among the big­ gest, most efficient and best-equipped in their cities. • When the hospital sees many Seafarers and their families using the facility, reasonable rates for services can be maintained. This allows the medical plan to Use these savings for the benefit of members and their dependents. • Use of these facilities allows the plan to monitor claims and make sure the hospital is offering services efficiently and maintain­ ing high standards of quality care. • Streamlined claims proce­ dures are in place for members and dependents using the facilities. • A facility becomes familiar with Seafarers and their unique needs. to date, the SIU has designated eight PPOs (see box). s• An attractive waiting area (above) and a modern medical treatment room (below) are part of the facilities available to Seafarers at the new San Pedro clinic. •-f.Vl-, !•' - Eight PPOs Designated for Seafarers ,; I'', f Further information on each of the clinics and medical care facilities listed below can be obtained from the SIU hall In each city listed. Philadelphia Seattle •'t' • i:'k-' Virginia Mason Hospital 925 Seneca St. Seattle. Wash. 98111 San Francisco f- • '%• ,% St. Mary's Hospital 450 Stanyan St. San Francisco, Calif. 94117 Honolulu Straub Hospital 888 South King St. Honolulu, Hawaii 96813 New Orleans Tulane University Hospital and Medical Center 1415 Tulane Ave. New Orleans, La. 70112 New York Methodist Hospital 506 6th St. Brooklyn, N.Y. 11215 Methodist Hospital Healthmark Incorporated Clinic 2301 South Broad St. Philadelphia, Pa. 19148 Baltimore Francis Scott Key Hospital Johns Hopkins Ctr. for Occupa­ tional and Environmental Health 4940 Eastern Ave. Baltimore, Md. 21224 Wilmington Torrance Memorial Hospital 3330 Lomita Blvd. Torrance, Calif. 90509-2935 Irtimediate Medical Care Center 29409 S. Western Ave. San Pedro, Calif. 90731 Seafarers Support Mine Workers ^•'4 Thornton joins the picket line in support of the Mine Workers picKet line at Detroit Edison. The utility company was purchasing non-union coal. 'J �r-:- AU6US! 1991 •k.-i: ' '-f- Orgulf Tugs Riding High On Fuli Mississippi SlU-crewed Orgulf tugboats are plying the Mississippi River and its tributaries with full loads for the first time in several summers. Spring and early summer rains have kept the water level up, ac­ cording to St. Louis Patrolman Joe Sigler. "There has been no drought this year," Sigler reported to the Seafarers LOG. "The Mississippi is operating at fiill capacity." Two of the pushers taking full advantage of the river con­ ditions are the Omar and Robert N, Stout. The Omar, the smaller of the two, sails along the upper Mississippi River while the Stout oper­ ates between New Orleans and Moore's Landing, Mo., the staging • • •- Deckhand Randy Williams checks list while fellow Deckhand Tim Orange opens pallet of stores aboard the Stout. I-;;.''iff- QQQ|^ Kenneth Hightower checks reefer to plan dinner aboard Stout, area for Orgulf tugs. Both boats push barges loaded with grain. •i i. ty'' • V:-' "•i • •i*' Lead Deckhand Bryan Jones re­ views forms available aboard Omar. Cook Mable Davis is just about fin­ ished cooking dinner aboard Omar. Deckhand Jim Tomczak removes package for storage In Stout. Omar Deckhand Earl Simmons makes sure everything Is secure. Omar Assistant Engineer Selden Richardson takes soundings. The 115-foot, 4,700 horse­ power Doris Moran and Joan Moran are deep sea tugboats. pictured here are some of the Seafarers who man the ves­ sels for generally 30 days at a time. Assistant Engineer Ron Riggins aboard the tug Joan Moran. ;L; M 49 Omar Deckhand Nick Jones gets ready to enjoy a cup of coffee. Deckhand Danny Dally checks out Omar fire extinguisher. f¥W'l Aboard the tug Doris Moran (from left to right) are AS Ed Quinn, Assistant Engineer CharlesKremboltz, AS Terry LeJeune, Chief Engineer Charles A. Young, AS G.V. Hoffman, AB/Cook James Cosoro, Mate Ryan Riggins and Captain West Taylor: Chief Engineer Todd P. McDonough takes on fuel aboard tug Joan Moran. Joan Moran Captain Mark Berger (left) and Mate Louis Barra. Cook Douglas R. Hull takesbreather aboard the tug John Moran. �m.- mms: w • -- 'V" -n-'^®r SOFJUtERSm t'' 15 Stewanis Pmgress 'All the Way Up the Ladder' IS^p' :|tp: -, ''-J. ::; 'P Jv" • I;' • Fifteen members of the galley gang completed six weeks of inten­ sive education at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship to become the SIU's new­ est recertified stewards. Seafarer William Perry, who sails from Norfolk, Va., summed up the Lundeberg School program when he said, "I have come all the way up the ladder here." The grad­ uate of class 319 told trainees at the June Piney Point membership meeting, "I started off from the bottom and worked my way up. I took the opportunity to upgrade myself." The class members received ad­ vanced training in menu planning, leadership and communication abilities and computer operation that will be useful in executing their duties as the head of their department aboard ship. They took refresher courses in food preparation as well as firefighting, CPR and first aid. The group had classes review­ ing the union's medical and pen­ sion programs, learned about the SIU political and legislative oper­ ations and met with SIU officials. This part of the curriculum is de­ signed to assist the steward in his job as ship's secretary. One of the classes several of the stewards pointed out as being ben­ eficial concerned food handling and galley sanitation as presented by SIU member James Mann, Sea-Land Service's fleet commis­ sary manager and a Lundeberg School graduate. George Kenny, who sails from the port of New York, noted Mann's course "was what this pro­ gram is all about." The 15-year SIU veteran continued, "Mann told us an educated steward is a prudent steward. We should know more about our food products." Eleven-year member Zein Achmad echoed Kenny's woi;ds. "Knowing more about food han­ dling and inventory control will help. I leamed from it and want to know more." Newly recertified stewards gather around SIU President Michael Sacco. From left are (kneeling) Zein Achmad, Lonnie Gamble, George Bronson, (second row) Darrell Touchstone, Lucretia Anderson, James Chaney, Sacco, Ekow Doffoh, William Perry, Alvin Robinson, (back row) Ralph Alexander, George Kenny, Herbert Davis, Marvin St. George, Timothy Dowd and Alvin Johnson. Mann's course was not the only one singled out by the group. Achmad, while speaking at the membership meeting, praised Kate Richardson, a Lundeberg School instructor who worked with the stewards on the communication, leadership and computer skills. Others thanked galley instructor Ed White for his work with them. "I liked Ms. Kate; she was my favorite [instructor]," pg&alled Alvin Johnson, a 22-year member first with the west coast-based Ma­ rine Cooks and Stewards (MCS) then with the SIU following a 1978 merger. •V '"• -"• • •:"'. .'•t , ,1 "Ms. Kate is an excellent in­ structor in communications and computers," said James Chaney, who started his merchant mariner's career 25 years ago, also with the MCS. For Lonnie Gamble of Mobile, Ala., retuming to the Lundeberg School was very special. In May .••'.•••• -t - •';•. - .. Ttie more time at the keyboard, the more proficient William Perry and Lucretia Anderson's computer ski Is become. Instructor Roger Francisco (right) looks on. U:-.': i • 1967, he graduated from Piney Point's first trainee class. "This place is way better since the first days. I did not think then it would be anything like this." Gamble ad­ vised the trainees attending the Piney Point membership meeting "to t^e good advantage of this or­ ganization. It hias been helpful to me. Alvin Robinson, who began his career as a member of class 191 in 1975, stated in the June meeting which included a graduation cere­ mony for the stewards, "The whole routine at the school has changed. It is better for the trainees now." The New York Seafarer pointed out the bungaloes were gone and the trainees can mingle with the upgraders to learn more about the profession. Houston's Timothy Dowd noted his graduation as a recerti­ fied steward meant he had gone "from the bungaloes to the sixth floor." The member of trainee class 349 thanked the union for "the opportunity afforded me to at­ tend the school." He told the train­ ees, "Upgrading is where it is at." Darrell Toudistone was the fifth member of the group to begin his career at Piney Point. The Mo­ bile galley gang member recently completed eight months in the Per­ sian Gulf before arriving at the school. He thanked "the member­ ship for the opportunity to up- grade.' Marvin St. George told those at the membership meeting what be­ coming a recertified steward meant to him. "Here's a chance for me to improve my skills within the union to make myself proud, to do things for my family, to help my friends and to teach those—the younger ones who are in the union—to help them so that we won't lose the jobs that we have for us and for the future," said the steward who sails from Piney Point. Ekow Doffoh, from the port of Philadelphia, urged members to donate to SPAD. "It takes a fish to catch a fish and those big boys have got more fish than what we've got," Doffoh noted to the member­ ship. "But with our little contribu­ tion, we can do more." When George Bronson walked up to the microphone to address the membership, he nearly was over­ come with emotion. "I want to thank everybody for doing their job here, showing us leadership quality," he told the gathering. Lucretia Anderson was an­ other member of the class who started her career in the Marine Cooks and Stewards. She said she appreciated the refresher courses in first aid, CPR and firefighting, and "enjoyed meeting the new peo­ ple. My fellow stewards are a good group." Ralph Alexander, a 29-year veteran from the port of Seattle, thanked "everyone who had a part in the recertified steward program. Overall it was broaden­ ing." The man dubbed "Big Daddy Kane" by his classmates, Herbert Davis, provided two surprises at the meeting. First, he told members not to be embarrassed to attend the Alcohol Rehabilitation Center in Valley Lee, Md. to get help. "I went through that program five years ago. It did me wonders. You can benefit from it." Then Davis asked SIU President Michael Sacco to come to the mi­ crophone so the stewards could present him with a plaque "for all your hard work for keeping us afloat." Sacco told the stewards he would hang the plaque on his of­ fice wall. "Every time I read it, I'm going to think of you guys." He went on to say, "I'm proud to be your president and I'm proud to represent you no matter where I go because I know what I'm repre­ senting: the best seapersons in the maritime industry." ^v,^,r m^i-' ' '•" -•" Knowing tfiat food must look as good as It tastes, Herbert Davis, wfio sails from the port of Norfolk, intricately slices lemon for a dinner gamish. •- Stewards Robinson and Perry in U.S. Capitol's Statuary Hall. Ralph Alexander concentrates on mixing a tasty sauce. �L-'r.y •• • n AUGUST 1991 Ash Coating Blankets MSGPAG Ships inSubic Bay Members of the SIU Govern­ ment Services Division are assist­ ing the military in its efforts to clean up 18 inches of ash coating most of the Subic Bay Naval Base following the eruption of Mount Pinatubo in the Philippines. MSCPAC Seafarers, who crew the Pacific fleet vessels of the Military Sealift Command, also have pulled duty in evacuation efforts con­ ducted in June and July. The volcano, located approxi­ mately 18 miles northeast of the military complex, continues to spout lava and ash almost two months after its initial eruption June 9. Crewmembers have dis­ covered a major problem with the volcano's debris is its tendency to turn into a concrete-like substance when mixed with water. Ash Turns to Cement "We tried to blast off the ash from the ship with water but it would only build into drifts," said Captain Pat Moloney, master of the SlU-crewed USNS Hassayampa. "Like sand, it would just mount up." Captain Leroy Gill, master of the SlU-crewed USNS Spica, re­ ported, "We cleared 842 tons of ash from the ship." He added, "Subic Bay looks like a desert. It was a scene of ash, darkness and rain pouring down from the sky. It was almost biblical." Recalling the explosion from the Mt. Pinatubo blows clouds of steam and ash during an eruption in June. The photo is taken from Clark Air Force Base in the Philippines. volcano, Moloney noted, "It looked like a, snowstorm in the Subic area. Your eyes told you to be cold as you sweated in the heat." News reports stated more than 100 buildings collapsed at Subic Bay as a result of the volcanic ash, followed by typhoon winds and rains and earthquakes. SIU Government Services Di­ vision vessels carried thousands of people away from the affected area on the island of Luzon. Gill said the Spica alone took 321 people from Clark Air Force Base (at the foot of the volcano) as well as "four cars, 13 dogs and two embassy personnel" to the naval base at Cebu, 400 miles southeast of Subic Bay. After that, the supply vessel travelled to Sin­ gapore to bring back 300 tons of food, enough tofeed 25,000 people for three weeks. Other Govern­ ment Services Division-crewed vessels helping in the evacuation included the USNS Passumpsic with more than 190 evacuees aboard, the USNS Ponchatoula and Hassayampa which refueled ships shuttling people between Su­ bic Bay and Cebu. The SlU-crewed 1st Lt. Jack Lummus, a prepositioning vessel, delivered vehicles and equipment needed at Subic Bay to produce and store fresh water. The Lummus also supplied ready-to-eat meals to the stricken base. •u . : V 'I •y m• Ait-'-; .A - ; • T. : . -A • '..i I V"' .1: ^ ]/ ;••• M •> u- r y.i' y . -i':.:-' :ir 4. •J -I'- - r. I-.- ,v. ' ,f :i •y.,f fell;?-"'.: Although sailing 100 miles from Subic Bay, the USNS Hassayampa received a four-inch ash coating in one night. Ships anchored at the U.S. base reported up to 18 inches of ash. Clean-up efforts at the Subic Bay Naval Station have been hampered by earthquakes and typhoons. Captain Pat Moloney of the USNS Hassayampa and MSCPAC supplied these photographs. Buy/Ship American Amenriment Kept in Senate Foieign Aid Biii The Senate joined with the House of Representatives in passing a foreign aid bill that requires those nations receiving actual cash aid from the U.S. government to si^nd half of the funds on American goods which would be transported on U.S.-flag ships' Since the Senate and House versions of the foreign aid legis­ lation differ, a conference com­ mittee made up of members from both chambers will meet to write a common bill. This legislation is not expected to be presented to Congress until the legislators re­ turn from their Labor Day recess. President George Bush, through Senate Minority Leader Robert Dole (R-Kan.), has said he is in­ clined to veto the package as it now stands. As in the House, the Senate killed an amendment offered by elected officials from the Farm Belt and Great Lakes states to eliminate the requirement that American-made goods purchased with U.S. foreign aid monies be shipped on American bottoms. The final vote was 55 votes in favor of the keeping the "ship American" provision, while 42 senators voted against U.S. shipping. Senator John Breaux (D-La.), who heads the chamber's Mer­ chant Marine Subcommittee, charged farm state senators, many of whom lined up against cargo preference, with employing a dou­ ble standard. "We subsidize our farmers . . . But I think that while we are subsidizing our farmers and our industries with cash transfer requirements, I see nothing wrong with subsidizing the maritime in­ dustry as well." The effort to sink the amend­ ment received bipartisan support. "This is one smdl effort for us to use American ships," Sen: Trent Lott (R-Miss.) stated. "It makes no sense for us to provide money and assistance, require that it be spent on U.S. goods but not in­ quire that it be transported on U.S. ships.' Others speaking out on behalf of the U.S. merchant marine in­ cluded Sen. Paul Sarbanes (DMd.) and Sen. Barbara Mikulski (D-Md.). �12 •i'VJ^-:. '-'/:§i. •• -T V :.? r'r ' • "VM: .•"v; _• '-\';:,'IJ,'A, - "•, V'^'_ ••••I:?-' : •.•.- •'.'U«>-a,-- ^.- - —--5>^—r.i'&~ ' ' , :«Si|S saanepi m Bellatrix Crew Is in High Gear, Reports Wiicox ,- W". , ;•'••• ; • • . '•^-"_;;,si•^^ .- ^'•'^^^'-:;-V.. - - .. ..-• Operation Desert Sortie has kept the SIU crewmembers aboard the USNS Bellatrix as busy bring­ ing troops and equipment home as Operation Desert Shield did in sup­ plying the allied forces in Saudi Arabia. Assistant Cook Robert Wilcox reported in a letter and photo­ graphs to the Seafarers LOG that "the crew is glad to be doing its part" in the massive sealift of troops and heavy army equipment." The galley gang member who sails from the port of Mobile, Ala. noted the captain and crew of the fast sealift vessel received a plaque of appreciation from the com­ mander of the Army's 24th Mech­ anized Division upon the ship's arrival in Savannah, Ga. in the spring. "Bosun Thomas Bluitt commended the crew for its 'cando' attitude and professionalism in pulling together when the going got tough," Wilcox wrote. One of the examples of pulling together, the assist^t cook noted, was when OS Charles Moll had to be transferred from the Bellatrix to a tugboat near the coast of Rota, Spain because of illness. "All hands turned to to assist in the evacuation," Wilcox stated. "Galley personnel assisted with blankets and pillows and stood by to feed the crew after the evacua­ tion. Special recognition should go to AB Dave Crisp from Jackson­ ville (Fla.) for his constant atten­ tion to his fallen brother." The Bellatrix is one of eight fast sealift vessels that have served as the backbone for materiel transpor­ tation to and from the Persian Gulf theater. All of the fast sealift ves­ sels are under contract to Bay Ship Management for the Military Sealift Command. Each is capable of speeds up to 33 knots. Chief Cook Herbert Ladson keeps an eye on stove while fixing dinner. OS Darren McCabe chips on wall to prepare surface for painting. Saifsm Resairisis Can Get Benefits V®!' •' f'-4 "•' f'/' ,:<', m'-~" '• a - •' Chief Steward Clarence Coleman plans future meals for Bellatrix crew. Bosun Thomas Bluitt takes break from ship's vyork |n the galley. Assistant Cook Robert Wilcox pre­ pares vegetables for dinner. Relaxing in crew's mess is Junior Engineer Kurt Parker. Junior Engineer Raul Wolfe checks gauges in engineroom. It's coffee-break time for Junior En­ gineer W.C. Blakenship. r--,. \ ' i\-" • ''ilrl,' : f-' '.?• •: . U.S.O. Honors Merchant Marine Recertified Steward Alvin Robinson Jr. re­ ceives, on behalf of all merchant mariners who served in the Persian Gulf, a special ^aque of thanks from the U.S.O. during a picnic on the White House grounds after the National Victory Parade held in Wash­ ington, D.C. in June. Robinson, who march^ in the parade, sailed aboard the Califomia, an RRF veissel. AB David Crisp (on ladder) guides basket with OS Charles Moll from Bellatrix onto deck of waiting Spanish tugboat. S.f' Jiy -v' ' • SIU members who were called into the military reserves during the Persian Gulf conflict will maintain their welfare ben­ efits thanks to a recent ruling by the trustees of the Seafarers Wel­ fare Plan. Under normal circumstances, in order to be eligible for welfare benefits, a member must have shipped for at least 120 days in the previous calendar year be­ fore his or her claim arose. The trustees noted SIU members called into the reserves may not have completed 120 days of shipping during the 1990 calen­ dar year to fulfill their eligibility. The new policy adopted for these reservists allows theni to maintain the eligibility for bene­ fits they had at the time when they were called up provided the individuals ship out as Seafarers within 90 days of being dis­ charged from active duty. To be eligible for maintaining benefits, a Seafarer must present the discharge showing the date he or she was released from ac­ tive duty when registering to ship out with the union. If there is a question concerning eligibil­ ity, Seafarers should contact a port agent or the Seafarers Wel­ fare Plan in Camp Springs, Md. Here is an example of what the ruling means to a Seafarer who served as a military reserv­ ist in the gulf: A member who also is a military reservist is called into active duty because of Operation Desert Shield on Sep­ tember 1,1990. He has sailed 92 days in 1990 before being called up. He stays on active duty until June 15, when he is discharged. He goes to the union hall to reg­ ister and presents his military discharge. He catches a job and si^s aboard a vessel June 29. By being employed within 90 days of his military discharge, the plan v/ill pick up his eligibility at 92 days, meaning he will ne^ oitly 28 sailing days to mwt^ -eligibility for the coming year. �VT'V'"' ' "i:- VII/GUSr 799J 13 .-,-..:.^j£~4' vi.srT'-; "-.H r .•*,-»'i.-=^!»:= Bosun Carter Clocks in With New, Profitable Hobby teAilc- SIU member James Carter kids his shipmates about his latest hobby. "I always tell the captain and mates I've got my own busi­ ness and I don't even get dirty run­ ning it," Carter recently told a reporter from the Seafarers LOG. Carter's new "business" is mak­ ing and selling clocks, and it combines with another of his pastimes: pho­ tography. The 39-year-old re­ certified bosun is a self-taught cameraman clock and maker, and he Carter even has man­ aged to make those hobbies nomi­ nally profitable. Carter, who joined the SIU in 1971 and sails from the port of Wilmington, Calif., took up pho­ tography a few years ago, some­ what by accident. A shipmate had purchased an expensive array of camera equipment but decided to sell it. "The guy wanted to get rid of the equipment, and it was a re­ ally good bargain, so I bought it," Carter recalled. "I picked up some photography magazines, and that's how I learned." Earlier this year, one hobby led to another. While onboard the SeaLand Developer in Alaska, Carter and AB Dave Guerre watched with appreciation as 20 or so eagles landed on the ship. Carter took some photographs and, wanting to create a showpiece rather than just frame the prints, later got the idea to make a clock. "I bought a drill press and some other tools and just taught myself," explained Carter, currently sailing on the Overseas Ohio. "Now I buy the clock parts in quantity.... I use an 8-by-lO photo with a good frame, plus a drill to tap through the glass." He sells the battery-operated clocks for $30. Once Carter has gathered all the components, he can make a clock in about one hour. What is the most enjoyable part about this newfound hobby? "I don't get dirty and I don't have any trouble selling them," Carter said with a laugh. "It's clean work." • Iraqi Bunker Buster (A Canine Refugee) by Christopher Robert Chubb i (The Seafarer and poet sails as a steward assistant, • most recently aboard the Flickertail State.) By our Marines he was found. within the abandoned hunker of the sands. From outfit to outfit he passed. on down to Al-Jabayl, until he met the arms of one of our ship's Army Re­ serve cargo handlers, Barbara. Was he named Buster aboard the Flickertail State for SCUD BUSTERS? for SADDAM BUSTERS? by Barbara. Buster looks as if to say, "It's no matter. -I •i. Buster looks scared, for bombs and shells once broke about him. Buster looks sad. Buster looks frightened. Buster looks unsure, for things he feels are still of an unsafe future. The enemy surely never made him test for nerve gas, about the bunker of the sands, for he is flying home, with Barbara. Buster is flying to his new home, of children and love.. with Barbara. •mm myi Bosun James Carter creates his clocks In about one hour apiece. As the photos aoe'from shells. above show, some are framed photographs, others are made Where Is the Recognition? Looking Back Over 40 Years In all the "updates" in the prog­ ress of the war in the Persian Gulf, and President Bush's speeches and news conferences, no mention, to my knowledge, has been made of the valuable contributions to the war effort by the U.S. merchant marine. I happen to be a retiree who waited, like many of my peeers, for 43 years for my honorable dis­ charge for helping to man the ships during World War 11 Surely the efforts during all the wars in which Seafarers played a part should be recognized in one way or another, and the greatest of these seems to be veterans status as well as the wages they eam and the occasional bonuses for plowing through floating mines and the dou­ ble dangers of subs a^ air attacks at sea while delivering the goods to the war zones. Clarence L. Cousins Butler, Pa. Roaming the streets at age 14, looking for work so I would help my mom put food on the table. Jobs are scarce. Era—1930. Employers' excuses are because of the depres­ sion, being too young, not having a relative working there... Kids back then had a lot of street smarts, but very little education. Reform schools and other prisons welcomed them with open arms. A few years later and with more education, I joined the Seafarers In­ ternational Union. That was the best decision of my life. The SIU became the best friend this kid ever had. It gave me hope and a promis­ ing future. Now 40 years later, I look back with a heart fiill of ^atitude. . . With the SIU, there is arbitration and a contract protecting your job. There are paid vacations, medical care for you and your families, also the opportunity to advance your ed­ ucation ... so you can climb the job ladder for promotion and higher pay. When retired, there is a pension plan and medical benefits that will balance out your medicare... Some politicians would like to take away the worker's right to strike. If you have no right to strike, then you have lost your power to bargain. Unions have worked hard and have taken many blood baths to get the working people the good things they take for granted today. You can be young and strong today. When you are older there are many medical needs that come along the way. Now in my later years I can say, "Thank you and God bless you" to Paul Hall and the many labor leaders for the fore­ thought that has taken the working people out of bondage and has given hope and respect for all hu­ manity. .. Raoul Cabrera Philadelphia, Pa. I would like to take time out to give great thanks to the Seafarers Welfare Plan. I would like to say how good they handled my medical claims. They paid every cent to the hospital, doctors and all the medi­ cal bills—which were big ones. I would also like to say that the Seafarers Welfare Plan has been commended by our local hospital and doctors as being very much on top when it comes to taking care of claims. I've been in the union for a long time. They have always been great to me. I will say to the young and the old: stick by your union and you will never regret it. I am very proud of the Seafarers International Union. Robert G. Taylor Mathews, Va. , p r>.., !i.V , ~ ••• sft'' r :;s •ft • m'Wym m My'- 11 •I mm i" ,'t - 4?:f 'Stick by Your Union' Buster looks scared. Buster looks short, sandy haired, cute, and in need of love. ^1'/ If'? Letters to the Editor LOG-A-RHYTHM •"Si!* rl;4^ -mk M-Mm v-i- . �' - - "V. •31 ''-^' ' ;•' v:f:-;:u ;••;; •".;,,3' ^ ^•- •'• '.:'r..,,jik-'] -V. r-^-5 - •, ' • ' " V.};• y.;| :-c v;;' iitr.'atoKs»3^te>Wi^.a»3^ :. ;•- vt, - i-t wil' '^!''r-'-- "V >3 '•• . •t-'l- :-•••, .'. •..•-•• • ; ..' ;.-•'•••,''xj-? .;, ;-i.-.-.. I- •</-.• ; -• „../^y.,,.'L ^ SEMHKKS LOG i ' " '" ^' 1- Z''i.. .'• t-er-i'r'f'i " / - •-. /' , :.\ •• }-:jr--.4^.i ^•^^. v''" "^"A^ f '*' •.'X ;,. • >-•' V.y-' r. • i'l "••' ... ^ '•".»••):•..•.••' - - " •' •_'' AUGUST 1991 '• ' •' • - m 7^3, • • .01- • •:: sf'.l, .,-;''/":V-:'..I '/A . •• / iiliiii I Seafarers Give High Marks To Benefits Meetings • :V-' • •:• " '' icV-"- >'•'••••"''iK-"' '!. • . .''ycfc''"' • -.^V ••..-,s—'r-^fc..! - i.\ •-'•'"•".is?"'••. . • vc- .S , ".'.wa- • ' 'i'•.•<-•<!,;-.'v3y' '.. • yy'^iyy'yy' • •. ymmm , i, . . V'i -'r ..-• -'.7;. ••• . s 7'7:y''-'77;:-. vS'77- "'-:'77j'-.'''3.y "•• - .....V• "J:yp,y•;'.,:.. V; ^•' Six More Benefits Taiks Sciieduied for 1991 Ail Seafarers, pensioners and their families are invited to at­ tend. Contact the union halls listed below for exact times of each session. Date City August 8 Thursday Baltimore (301) 327-4900 September 10 Tuesday New Orleans (504) 529-7546 September 13 Friday Honolulu (808) 845-5222 October 10 Thursday Jacksonville (904) 353-0987 November 7 Thursday San Juan December 6 Friday Algonac (313) 794-4988 •7^Is V"'" ••' ' Curtis Phillips waits for his cholesterol test results in Wil­ mington with his wife, Pamela, and son, Curtis III. . V • :. Pensioner Billy Smith (center), his step-son. Seafarer Marino Vivas, Vivas' wife Jo and their twins Joseph and Alan at the Philadelphia session. • -m Pensioner Pat Levine of Philadelphia listens to the proceedings. i. -•f'3^ f J it.'. Retired Bosun Kenny Roberts was on hand for the San Francisco session. AB Ted Williams asks about the pen­ sion program during the San Fran­ cisco meeting. Doctor Seid, of the Seafarers preferred provider clinic in San Francisco, talks with pensioner Linda Ruiz during a conference break. V. W Roger Taylor and his son Matthew (kneeling), John Joyce (left) and Robert Soltz pose for a photo while attending the Philadel­ phia benefits session. Mt Retiree Frank Barone listens to the Bosun R.A. Sipsui asks about the presentation. procedure for submitting claims. AB Jose Schneider Sr. brought his sons, Jeff (left) and Joe Jr. to the Philadelphia meeting. *<; ,, 1'y '3"-ci-^^3S.' 1 " . i." •a- 1:3>;yyY.?^ ft;; i'': ^ r'sj'yy^" ••'• Black-gang member David Diamond and son Jack In Philadelphia. The filing procedures for an SIU pension were discussed at the Philadephia talk. Pensioner Harold Raid was one of the retirees at the Philadelphia talk. San Francisco-based Seafarers, pensioners and families listen to Seafarers Welfare Plan Administrator Nick Marrone. Dredge Captain Dick Roel, pictured here with his wife Monica and sons Richard (left) and Alex, is one of many Seafarers who brought family members to the Philadelphia conference. : •••3.. ••• M'- 7 :-:7;.377rif777l'iS?%7 .... Joining member Joel Miller for blood pressure testing are his wife, Gloria; daughters, Ginnifir, Jinna and Jena§; and son, Joel. The welfare plans' newly contracted PPO, Im­ mediate Care Center, provided screenings for the mem­ bers and their families at the Wilmington session. 1*3 • f^,-••'• p. i:.-..i,..w'j-". '7 •• Others wait their tum while Jovencio Cabab Jr. gets his blood pressure tested, Retired member Eddie Kassa hits the deck in the San Francisco meeting to ask about applying his World War II military service to his benefits' credits. ' • 3 ' 3 ^»S;r'::;| ; jp', During the Philadelphia talk, retiree Harry Smith asks a question. Galley gang member Ray Fasslar Is pictured at the San Francisco sesson. y,V- ' . '--y. ymfyyyyy-'- I::.] rte- H.,.. iiv: • • f''i'•.y.'^";>r.;".,-f. 'yyy./•• ^t . Seafarers and their families pack the Philadelphia union hall for the benefits conference. (809) 721-4033 delphia conference. Hundreds of Seafarers and their families turned out for last month's benefits conferences in Philadelphia, San Fr^cisco and Wilmington, Calif. Seafarers, pensioners and their families are encouraged to attend any of the six remaining confer­ ences scheduled for 1991. Infor­ mation on the benefits talks is available at all union halls. •••• m An Educated Membership "We're here because our peo­ ple are not taking full advantage of the benefits available to them," Seafarers Plans Administrator Nick Marrone said at the Phila- t-^ '.'•C-^.J.' fc • SIU members are responding positively to the 1991 series of conferences which are designed to provide a full review of bene­ fits available through the Seafar­ ers various plans. The sessions which began in May and wrap up in December, are open to all Sea­ farers, SIU pensioners and family members, and they coincide with the union's monthly membership meetings. In surveys taken at the first half-dozen conferences, mem­ bers consistently rated the pro­ gram well above average. On a scale of 0 to 4 (with 4 a perfect score), members gave the confer­ ences in Houston, Philadelphia, New York, St. Louis, Mobile, Ala., and Norfolk, Va. a mean score of 3.59. "They answered a lot of ques­ tions," said retiree Frank Barone, who attended the Phila­ delphia conference on July 10. "They explained a lot of things which some of the men here didn't understand before, like de­ pendent coverage and pension in­ formation." William Finhandler, who ships in the steward department and attended the conference in Wilmington, Calif, on July 22, described the program as "very thorough. I thi^ it's a good idea to verbally go through every­ thing, because people don't al­ ways take the time to read all the information that's available. I know I learned a lot." "We just wanted to leam more • about the coverage," said Monica Roel, who attended the Philadel­ phia session with her husband, dredge captain Dick Reel. "It's tough to find time to read the ben­ efits books, and anyway, things change. It's nice to know what's covered." ., , •• -:J. '7"'f'"''' • - ••"••'• AL �SEAFMttS LOG Wi. Dispatcheis' Report for Deep Sea JUNE 16-JULY 15, 1991 Meetiags; Deep Sea, takes. Inland Waters TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C •TOTAL REGISTERED AU Groi Class A Class B Class C Trip eliefs ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C Kney Point Tuesday. September 3 : . Monday, Obtober T Tuesday, September 3 Tuesday, October 8 Philadelphia Wednesday, September 4 Wednesday, October 9 Baltimore Thursday, September 5 Thursday, October 10 I'i . Norfolk iThursday, Septembe 5 sicfSIWl Thursday, October 10 Jacksonville Thursday, September 5 Thursday, October 10 ,. ' Algonac Friday, September 6 Friday, October 11 Houston Monday, September 9 Monday, October 14 New Orleans Tuesday, September 10 i Tuesday, October 15 Mobile Wednesday, September 11 Wednesday, October 16 San Francisco Thursday, September 12 Thursday, October 17 Wilmington Monday, September 16 Monday, October 21 Seattle Friday, September 20 Friday, October 25 San Juan Thursday. September 5 Thursday, October 10 St. Louis Friday, September 13 Friday. October 18 Honolulu Friday, September 13 Friday, October 18 Ouluth Wednesday, September 11 Wednesday, October 16 -Tvv;. • 1^' / I V 'z-y :',T /-JV '• Vj's Vfei'atfArj ;:v, I-:,!- Wednesday, . ^ Wednesday, October 23 New Bedford Tuesday. September 17 Tuesday, October 22 ' '4, y 'X- part's mmfks Starts 9t Personals HERMAN BYRD Please contact James Holtz at 1001 Texas Ave., Suite 500, Hous­ ton, TX 77002 or caU (713) 2241655. TO JAMES E. lORCHNER As announced in the LOG, upon your retirement, all the brothers and sisters of Ac SS Cape Clear send you the best of wishesand the hairiest of times upon your retitemenL Of all the years, all places and all the ships you*ve sailed upon and all the brothers and sisters you've met along this padi of life, we're sure there ate some fond memories of times gone by. Not only from the brothers and sisters of the SS Cape Clear, but also fioin and on bdialf of all the brothers and sisters in our walk of life, from our hearts, may God bless you with a long and pro^xrous life. .. New York 43 : 0 2 4 3 Piney Point Algonac Totals Totals All Departments 2 :nlMM&m 5 2 9 11 10 12 2 8 9 0 0 78 30 1 188 3 0 375 0 0 62 55 0 180 610 478 667 503 425 jl I mm yWzy 4 13 6 0 0 0 512 135 894 518 654 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. A total of 1,575 jobs were diipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,575 jobs 503 jolK or o about 32 percent were taken by seniority members. The rest were filled by and seniority people. From June 16 to July 15, a total of 135 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief proeram began on April 1, 1982, a total of 14,396 jobs have been shipped. w '•r; 13 ^ ssigSl �AUGUST 1991 17 '.-.V^-'^-ri ThB Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shipboard minutes! as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some vdilbe omitM. ; Ships minutes are reviewed iyy the union's contract department. Those Issues requiring att^tlon or resolution are addressed by the union uppn i^lfiUpf the ships minutes. CAPE CLEAR (OMI Corp.), March 27 — Chairman Carlos Canaies, Secretary Michael Pooler, Deck Delegate E. Schaffhauser, Engine Delegate Mark Stewart, Steward Delegate Antionette King Canaies. Chairman reported those crewmembers with at least six months' time onboard will be compensated for travel expenses home. Educational direc­ tor noted ship missing certain light bulbs, told crewmembers to meet with department heads about any electrical problems in cabins. Treasurer listed $409 in movie fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew inquired about restriction to ship while anchored in Saudi Arabia. Crew commended captain and noted March 14 wedding of Canaies and King. Crew had hot received any is­ sues of Seafarers LOG since Christmas. Reported mail service quite slow. Crewmembers were reminded to sepa­ rate plastic from other trash. Crew thanked steward department. Next port: Ad Damman, Saudi Arabia. CAPE CLEAR (OMI Corp.), May 26 — Chairman L.N. Jones, Secretary N. Evans, Educational Director BJ. Ball, Deck Delegate J.B. Groby, Engine Dele­ gate R.L. Rodgers, Steward Delegate J.S. Mendoza. Chairman reported cap­ tain thanked crew for good performance. Chairman asked everyone to donate to SPAD and keep rec room and mess clean. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department, asked everyone to minimize noise in passage­ ways. Next port: Houston. BALDOMERO LOPEZ(Amsea), May 13 — Chairman B. Johnson, Secretary G. Kenny, Educational Director B. Amost. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment for clarification on restriction pay and hazardous duty pay. Chairman an­ nounced payoff and upcoming ports. Ed­ ucational director expounded on importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $25 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew glad to receive Seafarers LOG. Crew informed headquarters of sugges­ tions for future contract negotiations. ' ' > l.i ''1 ', . • /•- c JULIUS HAMMER (Ocean Shipholding). May 26 — Chairman David Zurek, Secretary C. Miles, Engine Dele­ gate Randy Snay. Educational director urged members to upgrade. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported lack of launch service. Crew thanked gal­ ley gang for excellent work. V'- -ni .'U' ... CAPE FAREWELL (IMC), May 19 — Chairman John Thompson, Secretary V. Wallen, Educational Director James Hall, Deck Delegate Tim Fitzgerald, Engine Delegate Henry Hall, Steward Delegate Ruti deMont. Crew received message from headquarters clarifying base pay allotments. Crewmembers said they appreciate prompt reply and sup­ port. Educational director urged Crewmembers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported no money in ship's fund and noted company had not provided any movies. Deck delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Steward delegate said outdoor barbecues,coming soon. Crewmembers asked all SIU ships to comply with dress code in dining areas. Crew reported air conditioning and heating system not working properly. Steward department was thanked for good meals and service. OMI CHAMPION (OMI Corp.), May 28 — Chairman Bernard Saberon, Sec­ retary Paul Burke, Educational Director Daniel Beeman, Deck Delegate Ken­ neth Hallman, Engine (Delegate Octavianus Pariana, Steward Delegate Ralph Edmonds. Crew asked for reply on restriction to ship in A1 Jubayl. Educa­ tional director encouraged everyone to at­ tend Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked con­ tracts department for clarification on if ^ 4 ivr •(••• : CHARLES L. BROWN (TransOceamc Cable), May 30 — Chairman J. Har­ rington, Secretary Brenda Kamiya, Ed­ ucational Director Boh Stearman, Deck Delegate Leif Thqrkvammen, Engine Delegate James Gruszeczka, Steward Delegate Gregory Rice. Chairman re­ minded crew that benefits team is work­ ing way from port to port holding seminars and will arrive in Honolulu September 13. He said lounge had new VCR and it should be treated with care. He noted piatrolman will visit ship at next payoff. Educational director said TV antenna has been repaired and is in good shape. Deck delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by engine or steward delegates. Chairman read letter from pension plan concerning dates of pension increase. Crew suggested moving ice machine from galley to mess hall. Crewmembers were reminded that tank tops and cutoff shirts are not allowed in mess during meal hours. Next port: Honolulu. FALCON DUCHESS (SeahawkManagement). May 30 — Chairman M. Galhraith. Secretary Royce Bozeman, Deck Delegate Doug Hodges, Engine Delegate John Penrose, Steward Dele­ gate A. Falcon. Secretary asked con­ tracts department for clarification on steward department staffing. Educational director noted importance of upgrading - .••of..- Former Lundeberg School classmates Delonda Hill, steward assistant (left), and KimOasto, assistant cook, team up again as part of the galley crew aboard the Flickertail State. This photo was taken during the ship's recent stopover in Long Beach, Calif, following a run to the Persian Gulf and back. LNG AQUARIUS (ETC), June 2 — Chairman John P. Davis, Secretary MJ. Ruggiero, Educational Director Otis L. Sessions, Deck Delegate Paul Jagger, Engine Delegate Marcos Hill, Steward Delegate Frank Martin. Chair­ man reviewed SIU President Michael Sacco's President's Report in LOG on runaways. Chairman said members should submit articles to local newspa­ pers to increase awareness. Educational director noted upgrading helps both the individual and the union. Treasurer re­ ported $325 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crewmembers re­ viewed proper use of laundry facilities. Crew thanked galley gang for great Job. Next port: Tobata, Japan. LNG TAURUS (ETC), May 12 — Chairman John Japper, Secretary Fran­ cis E. Ostendarp, Educational Director Charles Mispagel, Steward Delegate Malcolm Holmes. Captain spoke to crew about disposal of plastics, also let crew know how ship's fund is being spent. Chairman wished everyone a good tour. Educational director said up­ grade whenever possible. Treasurer re­ ported $1,000 in ship's fund and roughly 500 videos aboard ship. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. NUEVO SAN JUAN (Puerto Rico Ma­ rine), May 20 — Chairman Manuel Silva, Secretary C. Seawell, Educational Director C. Gallagher, (Deck Delegate Robert Kirk, Engine Delegate Roberto Rodriguez, Steward Delegate B.T. McEleny. Chairman spoke about bills length of contracts. Ship needs fumigation to get rid of bugs. Crewmembers gave vote of thanks to steward department. OM/COL£/MSM (OMI Corp.), May 15 — Chairman Howard Gibbs, Secretary C.R. Moss, Educational Director C.T. ^ Kirchhoffer, Deck (Delegate N. Doucet, Engine Delegate G. Thompson, Steward Delegate Anthony Rivera. Chairman re­ ported payoff and layup in Portland, Ore. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Arm­ chairs need repair. Crewmembers were thanked for cleanliness. They extended vote of thanks to galley gang. OMI DYNACHEM(OMI Corp.), May 12 — Chairman Israel Bonefont, Secre­ tary C.N. Johnson, Steward Delegate Joe Clark. Chairman asked crewmembers to refrain from smoking during mealtime. Treasurer listed $93.68 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment to look into possible increase of op­ tical and dental benefits. Ship needs new ice machine and additional door locks. Crewmembers thanked steward depart­ ment for good Job. OMI HUDSON (OMI Corp.), May 19 — Chairman Leon T. Jekot, Secretary S. Wagner, Educational Director M.R. Williams, Deck Delegate Vernon John­ son, Engine Delegate C. Kirksey, Stew­ ard Delegate Randy Stephens. Chairman said ship still had not received word from company regarding extra dryer. He said crew would remain aboard ship when in drydock in Mobile, Ala. for 10-12 days. Deck and steward delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reprorted by engine delegate. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment to look into possibility of having legal dependents automatically covered by welfare plan. Ship needs new an­ tenna. Crewmembers thanked steward department. •: f • ' Continued on page 20 V ^ - ,> • Classmates Team Up Again Aboard Fllckertall State LIBERTY SUN (Liberty Maritime), May 13 — Chairman Perry Green­ wood, Secretary Jerome Johnson, Deck Delegate Lester Hoffman, Engine Dele­ gate Willie Franks, Steward Delegate T. Bell. Chairman asked departing crewmembers to clean rooms and tum in keys. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Engine del­ egate reported disputed OT. •• • .-.rv CAPE cob (OMI Corp.), May 12 — CAPE CLEAR (OMI Corp.), April 7 — Chairman Carlos Canaies, Secretary Mi­ chael Pooler, Deck Delegate E. Schaffhauser, Engine Delegate Mark Stewart, Steward Delegate Antionette King Canaies. Chairman reported ship received issues of Seafarers LOG. He said electrician would \\ork on antenna. Educational director encouraged upgrad­ ing at Piney Point and SPAD participa­ tion. Treasurer reported $409 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Houston. AMERICAN EAGLE (Pacific Gulf Ma­ rine), May 12 — Chairman Bill East­ wood, Secretary Kevin Deegan. Treasurer listed $400 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew listed two water coolers inoperative, also said coffee maker needed repair. Crew asked contracts department for clarifica­ tion on war pay and restricted-to-ship pay. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. GOLDEN ENDEA VOR (American Maritime Transport), May 19 — Chair­ man Glen James, Secretary Louis Pion, Deck Delegate Carl Sands, Engine Dele­ gate W. Marshall, Steward Delegate Donald Meder. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked to keep lounge clean and requested ice machine not be locked by chief engineer. Crewmembers thanked galley gang for Job well done. before Congress which may revitalize maritime industry. He urg^ members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and en­ couraged donations to SPAD. He urged crewmembers and their families to at­ tend upcoming benefits conferences. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew asked wel­ fare plan for quick medical payments. Crew gave vote of thanks to SA Arthur Rubinstein. Chairman Jim Higgins, Secretary Ste­ phen Bates, Deck Delegate Roger Flaud, Engine Delegate William Har­ ris, Steward Delegate Ron Hall. Chair­ man asked for clarification on war bonus, gave thanks to galley gang for fine job. Secretary thanked deck depart­ ment for good work, with special thanks to former Bosun Ervin Bronstein. Trea­ surer listed $300 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew expressed great satisfaction with ship and work. OMI SACRAMENTO (Vulcan Carri­ ers), March 10 — Chairman Ray Gorju, Secretary David Der, Educational Direc­ tor V.L. Kirksey, Deck Delegate Larry D. McGanto, Engine Delegate Ronald Gordon, Steward Delegate John S. Fos­ ter. Crew reported it had not received short-wave radio or new toaster. Chair­ man noted ship due in Africa March 16. He recomended upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment. Crew received general reminder and warning about danger of AIDS. CAPE CLEAR (OMI Corp.), April 15 — Chairman Carlos Canaies, Secretary Michael Pooler, Deck Delegate E. Schaffhauser, Engine Delegate Mark Stewart, Steward Delegate Antionette King Canaies. Chairman thanked head­ quarters for communications and Seafar­ ers LOGs. He said crewmembers received war bonus. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew extended vote of thanks to galley gang: Steward/Baker Pooler, Chief Cook Danilo Soriano, SAs Edgar Colcol, Larry Bachelor, Roily Acosta and SA King Canaies. at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked headquarters to find out why company is not ordering re­ placements. Crew and officers extended vote of thanks to relief steward. ' •mt , �•• / ip " r-' -'TI—' :'r- '••X' SIAFARCRSLOG Dispatchers* Report lot Great Lakes CL—Company/Lakes L—Lakes I NP—Non Priority JUNE 16-JULY 15, 1991 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP 11: ••-•'• Unkm Wntloiy Port TOTAL SHIPPED **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Ail Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP "P DECK DEPARTMENT 1 r-i > ENTRY DEPARTMENT Totals All Departments 0 61 0 0 0 0 : 0 81 13 0 52 28 59 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Dispatchers* Report for Iniand Wators JUNE 16-JULY 15, 1991 ti •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port #?' • TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT • W'M.-^ Totals I'I >' •• ••Mr-: ': yr ' I'O '."•' ' '." "' • . , fe': • 19 14 2 6 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port ' New York ! Philadelphi Norfolk Mobile New Orleans i' 1 •! laeksoriYrl San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico 'Slfli y.^lri/jv f ' - ^ ^1.- :• I / Totals All Departments 62 5 20 20 2 8 193 16 30 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. •'.A?.' , .. Michael Sacco Secretary-Treasurer John Fay ;,:;':j|xdcutive Vice-'Priiident Joseph Sacco Vice Piresident CoUective Bargaining Angus ''Red" Campbell Vice President West Coast George McCartney Vice President Government Services Roy A. "Buck" Mercer Vice President Atlantic Coast ; ; Jack Caffey Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters ByronKdley Vice President Gulf Coast 5i-'y-;;Deiai' •Corgey'yyV • HEADQUARTERS I'-' A-V'J fj I -r''C 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC , 520 St. Clair River Dr. AJgonac, MI 48001 ; (313) 794-4988 ' • BALTIMORE 12J6:E.,, Baltimore:St, Baltiihore, MD 21202 (301) 327-4900 (301)327-4900 DULUTH ' , ,705 Medical. Arts PiuldingklSigltl: DuluthTMN 55802 " •. J (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 606 uw Kalihi i%.«uiui »:»ucci Street „ .... Honolulu. HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. ; Houston, TX 77002 ... ,5. (713)659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 . .. . JERSEY CITY' 99 Montgomery St. . . Jersey City. NJ 07302 (201) 435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 (205) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 7013(L" (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK ' 675 Fourth Ave. ..... .. Brooklyn. NY 11232 • (718)499-6600 7-' . - . '-7-- NORFOLK ir 115 Third Third St St. Norfolk ,VA 23510 (804)622-1892 • PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St ' .2604.-s.:4:iti_,., Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215)336-381^"*" ; V, . .PINEY POINT' ^ ""r P.O. Box 75 Ptney Point, MD 20674 (301)994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 , Government Services Division (415)861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809) 721-4033 - SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206) 441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-65(K): : ; WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213) 549-4000 !ii SK'i-A.c',• ...A.'V'. X - 'VNyif^y ; �AUGUST 1991 T he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 26 members this month. Nineteen of those signing off sailed in the deep sea division, while seven sailed in the inland division. Deck department member Wil­ liam F. O'Brien has been a member longer than any of the others who are retiring. Brother O'Brien joined the Seafarers in 1943. . At 71, galley gang member Thomas W. Sims is the oldest of the new pensioners. Brief biographical sketches of these and the other new pensioners follow: To Our New Pensioners .. .Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. GREGORY KELLY, 65, joined the SIU in 1966 in the port of Seattle. A na­ tive of Canada, he shipped in the deck department. Brother Kelly resides in Califomia. DEEP SEA MIEKOJ. BERRY, 66, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1956 in the port of Mobile, Ala. A native of Mississippi, he sailed in die en­ gine department. Brother Berry has retired to Florida. EDWARD BROOKS, JR., 57, joined the SIU in 1973 in the port of New Orleans. He shipped in the steward depart­ ment and upgraded in 1977 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Brooks served in the Army from 1952 to 1956. He resides in his native New Orleans. J.C. BURNETT, 58, joined the union in 1958 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Burnett was a member of the black-gang. He lives in his na­ tive state of Alabama. ANTHONY DEBELICH, 64, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1948 in the port of New York. Bom in Ohio, Brother Debelich sailed in the deck department. He calls Co­ lumbus, Ohio home. JOHN J. DMOCHOWSKY, 66, joined the SIU in 1978 in the port of De­ troit. He shipped in the steward de­ partment. Brother Dmochowsky is a veteran of the Navy (1942-46). He retired to his na­ tive state, Michigan. LESTER FREEBURN, 66, joined the union in 1968 in the port of Wil­ mington, Calif. Bom in Oklahoma, he sailed in the deck department, and completed the bosun recertification course at the Lundeberg School in 1981. Brother Freebum served in the Navy from 1942 until 1946. He lives in Pheland, Calif. SM r: DURELL L. McCORVEY, 63, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1946 in the port of Norfolk, Va. The Georgia native sailed in the deck depart­ ment, upgraded frequently and be­ came a bosun after completing course work at the Lundeberg School in October 1975. He has re­ tired to Gibsonton, Fla. DON H. McKINNEY,63, joined the union in 1965 in the port of Detroit. Bom in West Vir­ ginia, he shipped in the deck de­ partment. Brother McKinney up­ grade at the Lundeberg School in October 1978 and is a veteran of both the Navy (1944-46) and Air Force (1950-59). He lives in Mon­ roe, Mich. PAUL J. MONAHAN, 69, joined the SIU in 1968 in the port of Chi­ cago. A native of Pennsylvania, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Monahan served in the Ma­ rine Corps from 1941 to 1947. He re­ sides in Ellenville, N.Y. WILLIAM F. O'BRIEN, 66, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1943 in the port of New York, in his na­ tive state. The deck department member upgraded at the Lundeberg School, including 1974 when he graduated from the bosun recertification program. He has retired to Brooklyn, N.Y. WILLIAM OMELANCZUK, 65, joined the union in 1954 in the port of New York. iBom in Newark, N.J., he sailed in the deck department. Brother Omelanczuk served in the Army in 1943. He lives in Largo, Fla. DON SHINE, 53, joined the SIU in 1965 in the port of Mo­ bile, Ala. Brother Shine shipped in the engine depart­ ment, and in 1978 he upgraded at the Lundeberg School. A veteran of the Navy (1959-63), he retired to his native state of Alabama. BILL L. SIDEROFF, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1965 in the port of Seattle. Bom in Washing­ ton, he was a member of the deck department. Brother Sideroff served in the Navy from 1943 to 1962. He calls Seattle home. EDWARD SIN­ GLETON, 63, joined the union in 1955 in the port of New York. He shipped in the galley gang, and in 1960 received a safety award for his work aboard the SS Steel Voyager. Brother Singleton served in the Army from 1952 until 1954. He has retired to his native Mobile, Ala. HARRY A. SMITH, 63, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Philadelphia. The Pennsylvania native sailed in the deck depart­ ment and in 1977 upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Brother Smith served in the Army from 1951 to 1953. He resides in Coatville, Pa. • THOMAS VEN­ TURA, 65, joined the SIU in 1967 in the port of San Francisco. A native of Pitts­ burgh, Pa., he shipped in the gal­ ley gang. Brother Ventura served in the Army from 1945 to 1947. He calls Tucson, Ariz. home. INLAND i, PAUL J. BROWN SR., 66, joined the Seaf^ers in 1966 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. Bom in West Virginia, he sailed as a chief mate. Boatman Brown served in the Army from 1943 to 1945. He lives in Florida. PAUL R. CALEBAUGH, 62, joined the union in 1946 in the port of Balti­ more. The native of Maryland shipped as a cap­ tain. Boatman Calebaugh served in the Army from 1951 until 1953. He has retired to Puerto Rico. VANDAL D. CRAIN SR., 62, joined the Seafarers in 1977 in the port of New Orleans. A native of Ha­ waii, he sailed in the engine depart­ ment. Boatman Grain resides in Bonifay, Fla. ' J: ••'i:" turn .-'•I' 4''a, -• !•>••• mmrm ' - •l. 'I.:-.•.-.I;. '• '• ;¥•••• — 'W' WALTER J. MOSKAL, 62, joined the union in 1977 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He was bom in Poland and, sailed in the gal­ ley gang. Boatman Moskal served in the Navy from 1948 until 1968. He lives in Virginia Beach, Va. NICOLA TAGUAMBURIS, 64, joined the union in 1963 in the port of Balti­ more. Brother Tagliamburis was bom in Greece and sailed in the black-gang. He has retired to Baltimore, Md. THOMAS W. SIMS, 71, joined the Seafarers in 1964 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. He shipped in the steward depart­ ment and from 1941 to 1947 served in the Navy. A native of Alabama, Boatman Sims now resides in Flintville, Tenn. •j-- . 'i ^ J:; JK: 4 EDWARD HATTAWAY, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1958 in the port of New York. He shipped in the deck department, Boatman Hattaway has retired to his native state of Georgia. JOSEPH F. SPIRITO, 68, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1957 in the ^ port of New York. Bom in Pennsylvania, he shipped as a chief cook. Brother Spirito served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. He lives in Jacksonville, Fla. -d. --A:.- •.-L JOSEPH FINLEY, 61, joined the union in 1960 in the port of his native New York. He sailed as a cap­ tain. From 1951 to 1953, Boatman Finley served in the Army. He lives in Brooklyn, N.Y. I ':.:i •• �iMi • ... • . ••. • !• . ,::£,v 4 'tA''-fi'-''^',.i.v •• • it yA. . • j"'.- • •• I '« r. *' i' . : •• ! •• ^ - V- SEAfAROIS LOG *- i •..n-5- V'^ '. Crew said not enough room in crew lounge. ''' Continuedfivm page 17 •--y'h\ -' f'.-f k '-•K MW'§4c-i/i f -4>m-- 0^£/7S£45>IHC77C (Maritime Over­ seas), May 8*— Chairman J.M. Zepeda, Secretary E. Hoitt, Educational Director Jack Singletary, Deck Delegate Tim Olvany, Engine Delegate Andrew Lopez, Steward Delegate R. Blum. Chairman announced payoff in Nederland, Texas May 11. Educational direc­ tor said seafarers should take advantage of opportunities at Lundeberg School. Deck and engine delegates reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by steward delegate. Crew said lounge needs new furniture, asked for in­ formation about new drug testing law and also requested clarification about permanent jobs in deck department. Crew thanked steward department for good work. •V):. A •;••.• I .'• '•..' •' •,4'''.' .'.•"In-v •*P&:v^ •„ fk ' • u : '"C-., ' 'r-'' ::.i OMI MISSOURI (OMl Corp.), May 5 — Chairman C. Francum, Secretary C. Michael Davalie. No beefs or disputed OT reported. QMED Harold Whightsll left ship due to death in family. ' OVERSEAS CHICAGO (Maritime Overseas), May 11 — Chairman Al -Caulder, Secretary Carlito Navarro, Educational Director Mark Sawin. Sec­ retary said crew did good job keeping ship clean. Educational director re­ minded everyone to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Engine delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew said linens and mess chairs are inadequate, also mail is not ar­ riving in timely manner. Crew thanked, steward department for good work. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. /?OVE/? (Vulcan Carriers), May 12 — Chairman D. Ellette, Secretary E. Har­ ris, Educational Director C. Dunnavant, Deck Delegate M. Santana, Engine Del­ egate K. DeSue, Steward Delegate C. Johnson. Chainrian reported ship would be in Singapore long enough to take on stores, discharge slops and relieve some crewmembers. He said many safety items needed repairs. Educational direc­ tor stressed safety and encouraged every­ one to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer announced purchase of TV. Deck dele­ gate reported one AB hospitalized in Okinawa. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew discussed retirement and welfare benefits, as well as contract. SANTA ANAiOMl Corp.), May 12 — Chairman Daniel Laitinen, Secretary Carroll Kenny, Educational Director P. Walker, Deck Delegate David Fasan, Engine Delegate Lou Anderson, Stew­ ard Delegate Allen Van Buren. Chair­ man reported payoff May 13 in Georgia. Educational chairman emphasized impor­ tance of upgrading. Treasurer noted ship's fund kept in safe. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Chairman and stew­ ard thankqd crew for helping keep ship clean. Chairman reminded those signing off to clean rooms. Crew extended over­ whelming vote of thanks to steward de­ partment. SCAN (AMSEA), May 5 — Chairman S. Yaras, Secretary Keith Segree, Stew­ ard Delegate Harry Jones. Chairman en­ couraged upgrading. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew would like improved mail service. SEA-LAND ANCHORAGE (Sea Land Service), May 8 — Chairman Gary Walker, Secretary James Wright, Edu­ cational Director J. Ross, Deck Delegate Victor Peters, Engine Delegate William Pinkham, Steward Delegate William Bryley. Chairman atmounced payoff date and time, asked anyone signing off to clean room. No beefs or disputed OT reported. No communications received. Crew was asked to separate plastic from rest of trash. Crew thanked galley gang for good woik. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. RFC DEWAYNE T. WILLIAMS (AMSEA), May 5 — Chairman Alvin McCants, Secretary William Bragg, Deck Delegate Mark Trepp, Engine Delegate Frank Jaworski, Steward Del­ egate Paul Domingue. Secretary re­ ported war bonus calculated and set to be paid at sign off. He said ship received LOGs regul^ly despite Persian Gulf war. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew was asked to help maintain lounge and other common areas, also keep ciga­ rette butts in proper place. Crew was re­ minded about separating trash. Steward department received vote of thanks ft-om crew and hardy "bravo-zulu" from mas­ ter and officers for outstanding perfor­ mance during Gulf conflict. Next port: Honolulu. SEA-LAND ATLANTIC (Sea-Land Service), May 6 — Chairman W.C. Byrd, Secretauy R.K. Ward, Educa­ tional Director John J. Ashley, Deck Delegate Francisco Rivera, Engine Del­ egate Juan Rodriguez. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. /?OVE/? (Vulcan Carrier), May 5 — Chairman D. Ellette, Secretary E. Har­ ris, Educational Director C. Dunnavant, Deck Delegate M. Santana, Engine Del­ egate A. Baredian, Steward Delegate R. Royals. Chairman announced crewmembers would receive 100 percent bonus for being in Persian Gulf. He re­ minded crew that shipping rules would revert to pre-war status. Treasurer said all funds were used to buy TV for unli­ censed crewmembers. Engine delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and steward delegates. SEA-LAND CHALLENGER (SeaLand Service), May 12 — Chairman Roy Williams, Secretary H. Scypes, Ed­ ucational Director John Walsh, Engine Delegate V. Martinez. Chairman re­ ported he talked with captain about get­ ting new washing machine, also about adding person to steward department. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward delegate reported need for additional help. Crew thanked galley gang for their efforts. Crew observed one minute of si­ lence for departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. l§,h • Cape Farewell Gets Saudi Sendoff .i-:-''--. 'v'i- Crewmembers listen to Jacksonville Patrolman Anthony McQuay before the Cape Farewell sailed to Saudi Arabia. SEA-LAND EXPLORER (Sea-Land Service), May 26 — Chairman John Carnes, Secretary Norman Johnson, Educational Director Billy Waddell. Chairman thanked everyone for good trip. Said ship had a first-rate SIU gang onboard with no problems. Educational director thanked steward department and encouraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School, thereby increasing earning power. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crewmembers requested new mattresses, also asked contracts depart­ ment to explore possibility of increasing optical allowance and increasing dental coverage. SEA-LAND EXPRESS (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), May 24— Chairman J. Lundhorg, Secretary G. Bryant, Educa­ tional Director J. Jaramillo, Deck Dele­ gate Tim Smith, Engine Delegate R. Leyva, Steward Delegate H. Bourne. Chairman reported upcoming payoff. Ed­ ucational director reminded all members who will be on the beach in Seattle, Wash, to attend benenfits seminar and workshop July 25. Engine delegate re­ ported disputed OT. Deck and steward delegates reported no beefs or disputed OT. Crew suggested discontinuing the permanent ratings and returning them to rotary shipping status. Crew suggested changing the eight-month rule. Crew thanked steward department and re­ ceived thanks for helping keep ship clean. Crew pointed out drug testing con­ trol form must be signed by both collec­ tor and donor. Next port: Tacoma. SEA-LAND HA WAN (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), May 12 — Chairman and Secre­ tary Carrol Modellas, Educational Director D. Gorduis, Deck Delegate Fred Knappman, Engine Delegate S. Rollins. Chairman announced May 14 ar­ rival in Oakland, Calif, and payoff three days later in Long Beach, Calif. He re­ minded everyone to turn off TV after usage. He urged all crewmembers to up­ grade at Piney Point, report all hazard­ ous conditions while onboard ship and remember importance of SPAD dona­ tions. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Steward utility received standing ovation for keeping mess hall clean, crew also thanked rest of galley gang for job well done. SEA-LAND PACIFIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), May 12 — Chairman Oscar Wiley, Secretary D. Spangler, Educa­ tional Director S. Brown. Chairman urged everyone to read Seafarers LOG. He advised eligible crewmembers to up­ grade at Lundeberg School. Secretary told everyone to keep seatime up, also thanked crew for keeping lounge clean. Treasurer listed $30 in ship's fund. Stew­ ard delegate reported disputed OT both from current and previous voyage. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Crew suggested bridge chair be added for look-out who needs break during four-hour watch. Crew, asked for new washing machine and ex­ tended vote of thanks to steward depart­ ment. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (Sea-Land Service), May 19 " Chairman B. Honlon, Secretary J. Jim, Educational Director S. Perdon. Treasurer listed $30 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave deck and steward departments vote of thanks for good job. SEA-LAND QUALITY (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), May 19 — Chairman B.R. Hobbs, Secretary J. Bennett, Educational Direc­ tor J. Fonville, Steward Delegate Bert WIntleld. Chairman reported good trip with no problems. He said chief engineer requests doors leading to outside decks be kept closed in order to keep inside house cool. Secretary warned members about dangers of drugs. Educational di­ rector said ship has educational movies onboard. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for diligent work. Next port: Houstoti. • • , - At the Wheel In Saudi Arabia AB Timothy J. Dally does his part for Operation Desert Storm aboard the Green Valley in Saudi Arabia. Lough, Secretary Roscoe D. Williams, Deck Delegate Jack Alves, Engine Dele­ gate George Silva, Steward Delegate Leslie Propheter. Washing machine in­ stalled but not all thermostats have been repaired. Chairman thanked crew for good all-around work. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew said dryer needs repair. Crew thanked galley gang for good job. SEA-LAND TACOMA (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), May 15 — Chairman Eddie Cain, Secretary Larry Lightfoot, Educational Director R. Clock, Engine Delegate G. Ackley, Steward Delegate Richard Garcea. Chairman reported payoff in Ta­ coma, Wash, on May 16. Secretary thanked crew for ship's upkeep. No beefs or disputed OT reported. All hands thanked Captain Robert Brooks for fur- , nishing ste^s at barbecues. Crew thanked steward department for good work, with special thanks to Chief Cook Manuel Basas in preparing his Oriental dishes. Crew wished AB Joe Violango happy retirement, thanked him for being fine shipmate. SEA-LAND VOYAGER (Sea-Land Service), May 5 — Chairman P. Glennon, Secretary F. Sison, Educa­ tional Director W. Hatchel, Deck Dele­ gates J.Smilari and B. Layko, Steward Delegate S.Thomas. Engine delegate re­ ported OT beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew comrhended galley gang for excel­ lent work. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEALIFTANTARCTIC (IMC), May 31 — Chairman Rick Davis, Secretary Michael Fields, Educational Director Fred Caltahiano, Engine Delegate Leo Payne. Chairman discussed correspon­ dence with Seattle port agent regarding unresolved need for new mattresses and galley repairs. He reminded crew about expiration of mariners documents. He welcomed new steward department and gave them vote of thanks. Educational di­ rector noted training films available in mate's office. He urged members to up­ grade at Piney Point. Treasurer reported $200 in ship's fund, said motion was passed to withdraw $100 for new mov­ ies. No beefs or disputed OT reported. STAR OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), May 12— Chairman Gene Paschall, Secretary G. Marzett, Educa­ tional Director 1. Jackson, Deck Dele­ gate Charles Parman, Steward Delegate R. Jones. Chairman announced payoff set for May 20 in Houston. He said this was smooth voyage and also re­ minded everyone of importance of con­ tributing to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crewmembers scheduled to sign off were reminded to tum in lin­ ens and leave rooms clean. SEA-LAND SPIRIT(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), May 21 — Chairman W.E. Continued on page 22 »SifSSSsiS;£-ia!:--, - ""'''-I ' 3 . • •• ' •.C:;''" i"--'-'/ • •' yuvi �AUGUST 1991 21 Seaffaier Question: What advice would you give to someone who is be­ coming a Seafarer? (Asked of SIU members at the union hall in Philadelphia, Pa.) Joseph Varano, Retired Wiper—As a matter of fact, I just gave some kid advice this morning. If you stick it out, it's good. It's a good opportunity. Just don't fool with drugs. George Roney, Able Bodied Seaman—Num­ ber one, don't go to any other union but the SIU, that's for sure. Number two, take advantage of the chances to upgrade. Number three, save your money! Also, don't take too much titne off be­ tween ships. Steve Mack, Steward Assis­ tant—Stick with it and up­ grade. It's good money, a chance to better yourself and a chance to see the world. Frank Barone, Retired Able Bodied Sea­ man—^It'sa good outfit, the SIU. Take ad­ vantage of the benefits you can get for upgrading. Plus, don't use narcotics, and abide by union regulations. JefTBeasley, Chief Cook—^If someone is going to be a Seafarer, he has to be sure that's what he wants. I'd say go for it. Save your money, that's the main key; I hear a lot of older guys say that. They made big money, but there are a lot of temptations. Jerry A. DeCola, Retired Messman—Get your time in and upgrade as fast as you can. Take advantage of our school. To be a good seaman is to be ded­ icated. Joe McGauley, QMED—Take advantage of the Lundeberg School, all the classes they have. Put an emphasis on safety. If they take advantage of the educational and safety stuff at Piney Point, they'll do very well. Peter Dudley, Able Bodied Seaman—^I'd say maximize your sea time and upgrade as promptly as possible. Kevin Merckx, Bosun—Plan on sticking With it. Reward yourself with some vacation time, and up­ grade as soon as you can. Harold Reid, Retired i3M£D—Num­ ber one, be able to make a good pot of coffee! Seriously, learn everything you can. Ask questions, because there's always someone who can help. •®fei Seafarer Honored as First Mariner To Give His Life in Desert Shield While many Americans re­ joiced at the remarkably small loss of life among U.S. forces involved in the Persian Gulf war, others spent Memorial Day remembering their loved ones who died in the line of duty. The family of Seafarer Mi­ chael Trimarco was one of those who remembered. Trimarco was the first U.S. merchant mariner, and one of the first Americans, to die when Oper­ ation Desert Shield began unload­ ing soldiers and materiel in Saudi Arabia in August 1990. The chief cook aboard the Advantage was killed instantly on the docks of Jiddah, a Saudi Arabian port city on the Red Sea, when the truck in which he was riding was struck by another truck on August 20, 1990. Trimarco's mother, Phyllis Woolard, as well as his brothers, Blake and Craig, and sister, Gayle Peterson, attended the National Maritime Memorial Day service May 22 at the Washington Navy Yard. "It was a wonderful service," Woolard told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG from her Florida home. "It's about time maritime received the recognition it de­ serves." VI ...r-r- ; 1 V]trf'V:,f Michael Trimarco Vice Admiral Francis Dono­ van, commander-in-chief of the Military Sealift Command, pre­ sented Woolard with an Ameri­ can flag during the ceremony in honor and remembrance of Trimarco. "He loved his job," Woolard recalled. "He had a corkboard with a world map on it in his apart­ ment. He had a picture of every­ where he had been pinned to it." Trimarco, 29, started sailing in 1987 and shipped from the port of Piney Point. Bart Rogers, Seafar­ ers manpower director, remem­ bered him as "an excellent member and all-around good guy." •V ••-•.J,. i- -.4 ' •-'S:.'.hr- •• k VV -.n-: Aii'- ."VI'A'V '?• •4A V-.1v IVASS 1 . UPGRADE AT TilE NDEBERG School CDMTAfiTVoUl? UNIOM HALt BlRMOREhlbRMiaiON On Hand for Memorial Cruise Representing the SIU during the National Liberty Ship Memorial cruise on San Francisco Bay are (from left) AS Lyie Davis, West Coast VP George McCartney, Port Agent Nick Celona and FOWT Steve Biles. They are joined by Monsignor John Heaney (center). • '•I ,:i .'A;; , v.v./ A. m MSG Commander Francis Donovan presents Phyllis Woolard With an American flag in honor of her son. Seafarer Michael Trimarco, the first U.S. merchant mariner killed during Operation Desert Shield. Watching the ceremony are (from left) Trimarco's sister, Gayle Peterson, and brothers Blake and Craig. • "i �iffntaniiias: StAfAREKS LOG 22 % 'i' :• f I Ships Pig€^> Continued from page 20. •i:ir.'-. SUGAR ISLANDER (Pacific GulfMa­ rine), May 6 — Secretary M.K. Mueller. Educational director suggested upgrading at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported company agreed to replace microwave. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Next port: Honolulu. y-1 . "t , THOMPSON PASS (Inter-Ocean Man­ agement), May 19 — Chairman James Colson, Secretaiy Floyd King, Educa­ tional Director Steven Byerley, Steward Delegate Larry Lopez. Secretary thanked all departments for cooperation, and reminded delegates to collect union books. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. } '• f '-• f USNS ALGOL (Bay Tankers), May 12 — Chairman Doug Lawton, Secretary Leslie Downs. Crew discussed distribut­ ing videotapes to all departments so ev­ eryone may view them. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for clarification regarding imminent danger pay. Crew thanked steward department for thorough painting and cleaning of ship's interior. k. fonso Dixon. Chairman announced change in OT rate. He reminded every­ one to separate trash, keep hatches closed and don't slam doors. Secretary inquired about danger pay. Jeff Hoff­ man was nominated for educational di­ rector. Treasurer listed $619 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. USNS WILKES (Mar Ship Operators), May 7 — Chairman Chris Compton, Secretary Ben Henderson, Deck Dele­ gate John O'Neal, Engine Delegate Dennis Riley, Steward Delegate Abdel Mohamed. Chairman said he would con­ tact contracts department regarding more timely provision releases by company. Secretary listed $169 in ship's fund. Edu­ cational director recommended upgrad­ ing at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Wilkes scheduled to begin re-crewing on May 8. Next port: Pusan, Korea. EQUALITY STATE aOM), June 9 — Chairman Willis Gregory, Secretary Ste­ ven Parker, Educational Director L. Daniels. Chairman read letter from head­ quarters which stated company has been made aware of needed repairs. He noted inost repairs had been done and two washers were onboard. Chairman ad­ vised members once again of captain's warning conceriiing shore time in Tur­ key. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Steward del­ egate reported beef. Crew was asked to minimize noise in sleeping areas and lounge, assist in keeping mess hall and rec room clean and properly dispose of trash. GREEN VALLEY(Waterman Steam­ ship), June 2 — Chairman W. Kratsas, Secretary C. Scott, Educational Director J. Burkette, Deck Delegate Hugo Dermody, Engine Delegate John Newhouse, Steward Delegate S. Scott. Chair­ man announced upcoming payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported. •'iJv''''5i' i. iv }. • Crew Calls It a 'River Party' Enjoying the "river party" cbokout aboard the Cape Bon are AS Chris Wood, Wiper Robbie Moore, 2nd Mate John Ahern and AS Mark Hoiman. •V- -V: kym.my: 4 -11^- ' *1- f - A., * _' . USNS BELLATRIX(Bay Tankers), May 19 — Secretary Cairence Cole­ man, Deck Delegate Darrin McCabe, Steward Delegate Herbert Ladson. Members discussed need for TV and VCR in aft house, also noted lack of ath­ letic equipment. Chairman thanked crew for keeping work areas clean and also stressed importance of safety. Secretary thanked union for providing copies of Seafarers LOG at Suez Canal. Mucational director urged all members to up­ grade at Piney Point as soon as possible. Deck delegate thanked galley gang for job well done. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. Bosun and AB thanked crew and offi­ cers for donations to sick crewmember hospitalized in Spain. Next port: Wil­ mington, N.C. USNS CAPELLA (Bay Tankers), May 13 — Chairman Jim Dawson, Secretary M. Askins, Deck Delegate Robert Adams, Steward Delegate Barbara Por­ ter. Chairman reported ship is well-kept. Educational director encouraged every­ one to upgrade. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for clarification on war bonus. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment and noted good trip and general sat­ isfaction among its members. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. USNS CHAUVENETiMar Ship Opera­ tors), May 2 — Chairman JefTFocardi, Secretary Vickl Barnbart, Educational Director A! Matos, Engine Delegate DaveJ^ooper, Steward Delegate Al­ LNG VIRGO{ETC), May 5 — Chair­ man Carlos Pineda, Secretary Robert Forshee, Educational Director Mark Freeman, Deck Delegate David Centofanti. Engine Delegate Dan Brass, Steward Delegate Ronald Aubuchon. Chairman discussed importance of using safety equipment and of taking advan­ tage of upgrading opportunities at Lundeberg School. Secretary thanked all departments for cooperation and smooth trip. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. All depart­ ments received votes of thanks for good work. OMIDYNACHEMiOMl Corp.), Jime 16 — Chairman Israel Bonefont, Secre­ tary C.N. Johnson, Educational Director Dean Kiene. Chairman said ship has 500 movies onboard. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Brother Ken Hagar suggested saving aluminum cans for re­ cycling. Crew extended vote of thanks to steward department. RFC EUGENE OBREGONiWaterman Steamship), June 9 — Chairman Thomas H. Bonner, Secretary Patrick D. Helton, Deck Delegate Gary J. Rhyne, Engine Delegate Maximo DIsIng, Steward Delegate Albert L. Hen­ dricks. Chairman reported good trip. Educational director urged everyone to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crewmembers noted water in new section of house runs only hot, and old section gets cool water for just a short period. Crewmembers were reminded no cash payoffs permit­ ted. SEA-LAND ANCHORAGE(Sea-Land Service), June 18 — Chairman G. Walker, Secretary J. Wright, Educa­ tional Director S. Brown, Deck £)elegate Adrian Janacek, Engine Delegate Wil­ liam PInkham, Steward Delegate Wil­ liam Bryley. Chairman announced payoff on current trip. He said all crewmembers who have day off may take it and get relief from shore gang dur­ ing Coast Guard inspection. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Information was read concerning Seafarers benefits con­ ference slated for July 26 in Seattle. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward de­ partment, especially the chief cook. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND ENDURANCE (Sea-Land Service), June 2 — Chairman Victor J. ArdowskI, Secretary A. Davis, Educa­ tional Director G. Evose, Deck Delegate James E. Crane Jr., Steward Delegate Terry Allen. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted good trips. SEA-LAND HAWAII (Sea Land Ser­ vice), June 9 — Chairman Carrol Heick, Secretary C.F. Blanco, Educa­ tional Director David G. Gordlus, Deck Delegate Edward F. O'Brien, Engine Delegate Steve Rollins, Steward Dele­ gate Edmund Nicolas. Chairman dis­ cussed Seafarers medical benefits. He recommended upgrading at the Lundeberg School and donating to SPAD. He announced payoff upon ar­ rival in Long Beach, Calif. Deck dele­ gate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or stew­ ard delegates. Crew observed one mjnute of silence in memory of departed broth­ ers and sisters. Next port: Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND KODIAK (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 12 — Chairman S. Gurney, Secretary A. Gething, Educational Direc­ tor J. Piper, Steward Delegate S.M. Thomas. Chairman reported everything to be shipshape. He gave vote of thanks to galley gang. Secretary announced up­ coming payoff in Tacoma, Wash. Educa­ tional director spoke of importance of SPAD contributions. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. SEA-LAND MARINER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 8 — Chairman L.E. Watson, Secretaiy Robert Castillo, Steward Del­ egate Mohamed Mpflehl. Chairman re­ ported pleasant trip with good crew and fine food. He thanked crewmembers for good job separating plastics. Secretary thanked members who helped keep lounge clean. Educational director en­ couraged upgrading. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Steward delegate noted problem with noise from air condi­ tioning vents. Crew was reminded to at­ tend benefits conferences in home ports or call or write to obtain information. Three crewmembers reported missing money or personal items. SEA-LAND NA VIGATOR(Sea-Land Service), June 2 — Chairman Werner Becher, Secretary J. Freeman, Deck Delegate Herb Greene, Engine Dele­ gate James Brown, Steward Delegate Bradford Mack. Chairman conducted discussions regarding union matters. Crew noted more potent roach killer had been placed onboard. Treasurer reported $60 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Members reported need for additional laundry equipment. Captain and crew extended vote of thanks to steward department. Next port: Ta­ coma, Wash. or disputed OT reported. Officers and crew thanked galley gang for good work. SGT. MATEJKOCAK(Waterman Steamship), June 8 — Chairman Henry Bouganim, Secretary H. Bryan, Educa­ tional Director D. Downey, Engine Dele­ gate Robert Rester. Chairman reported smooth trip, thanked steward department for job well done. Secretary thanked crew for cooperation during tense days in Persian Gulf. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Members signing off were re­ minded to leave rooms clean. SUGAR ISLANDER (Pacific Gulf Ma­ rine), June 10 — Chairman William J. Dean, Secretary Manfred Mueller, Deck Delegate Robert J. Frankel. Chairman noted upcoming benefits con­ ferences. Educational director encour­ aged members to upgrade. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked gal­ ley gang for excellent job. SEA WOLF (American Maritime Trans­ port), June 15 — Chairman Haman Riv­ ers, Secretary Samuel Raines. No beefs • -i . ULTRAMAR (American Maritime Transport), June 9 — Chairman Jerry Boruckl, Secretary Glenn Bertrand, Ed­ ucational Director P. ZahweskI, Deck Delegate Richard Thomas, Engine Del­ egate Eldridge Smith, Steward Delegate O. Esplnoza. Crew reported satisfaction with new lounge furniture, also thanked Seattle patrolman for quick, efficient as­ sistance. Chairman noted some disputed OT. Treasurer reported 300 new movies onboard. No beefs reported. Steward del­ egate thanked crew for keeping mess room and TV room clean. Crew noted need for new washing machine, new TV antenna and microwave oven. Crew thanked steward department. Crew ob­ served one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers and sisters. USNS CHAUVENET(Mar Ship Opera­ tors), June 1 — Chairman Jeff FocardI, Secretaiy Vickl Barnhart, Deck Dele­ gate Mike Stirts, Engine Delegate Dave Hooper, Steward Delegate Amerlcus Bell. Crew asked contracts department for clarification on availability of pre­ mium OT. Chairman spoke on imminent danger pay procedures. He congratulated steward department on great job clean­ ing inside ship and noted trash separa­ tion has been done well. Treasurer reported $621 in ship's fund. Deck del­ egate reported beef. No beefs reported by engine or steward delegates. USNS WRIGHT(AMSEA), June 16 — Chairman D. Yockey, Secretary L. Oram. Chairman gave infonnation about war bonuses. He reported he had made arrangements for posting of relief jobs. He thanked crew for good job and smooth voyage and announced payoff. Secretary reported slop chest over by $61.61, steward donated the money to ship's fund. Educational director encour­ aged upgrading and SPAD donations. Treasurer reported $76.72 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. f. SEA-LAND PATRIOT(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 14 — Chairman Shawn Evans, Secretary Ray Garcia, Educa­ tional Director I. Samra, Deck Delegate Mike Tracey, Engine Delegate Ran­ dolph Llanes, Steward Delegate Wil­ liam Hare. Chairman announced service for AB Albert Ahin, who passed away in Hong Kong. He said new washing ma­ chine is on order, to be used for nonwork clothes. Secretary thanked crew for keeping ship in order. He urged mem­ bers to utilize facilities at Piney Point. Educational director advised members to watch safety videos and upgrade:. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for out­ standing chow. Next port: Long Beach, Calit SEA-LAND PERFORMANCE (SeaLand Service), June 2 — Chairman R. Newhy, Secretary Edward Porter. No beefs or disputed OT reported. • .c' -.••i; Cookout on the Cape Bon Chief Steward Waymond H. Watson III gets the BBQ going aboard the Cape Bon in Saudi Arabia. : �AUGUST 1991 23 I'-si'iM : • • ^•::4 f • DEEP SEA LOUIS ALMEIDA Pensioner Louis Al­ meida, 90, passed away July 2 due to car­ diac ar­ rest. A native of Ecuador, he joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of New York. Brother Al­ meida shipped in the engine de­ partment. He retired in December 1968. CURTIS R. BRANCH Curtis R. Branch, 28, died June 23. He was bom in Texas and joined the Seafarers in 1983 in the port of Houston. Brother Branch sailed in the deck de­ partment and was an active member at the time of his death. JAMES CHIANESE Pensioner James Chianese, 62, died July 1. The Brook­ lyn, N.Y. native joined the SIU in 1956 in the port of New York. Brother Chianese sailed in the blackgang. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1975 and began receiving his pension in September 1988. STEPHEN A. COLESTOCK Stephen A. Colestock, 29, passed away June 13. Bom in Philadelphia, he joined the Sea­ farers in 1986 in Piney Point, Md. A graduate of the Lundeberg's School entry pro­ gram, Brother Colestock shipped in the steward depart­ ment. He was an active mem­ ber at the time of his death. GEORGE CURRY Pensioner George Curry, 81, died July 8. A native of Louisi­ ana, he joined the union in 1941 in the port of Boston. Brother Curry was a member of the galley gang. He retired in January 1972. PAUL CURZI Pensioner Paul Curzi, 73, passed away June 4. He was bom in New York and joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of New York. Brother Curzi shipped in the steward depart­ ment. He began receiving his pension in December 1981. JOSEPH M. DUFFY Pensioner Joseph M. Duffy, 72, died May 11 due to liver fail­ ure. The Brook­ lyn, N.Y. native joined the union in 1959 in the port of New York. Brother Duffy sailed as a bosun and retired in October 1983. He served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. He was buried in Town of Catskill (N.Y.) Cemetery and is sur­ vived by his wife, Anna. ENRIQUE V. GALLEGOS Enrique V.Gallegos,52, passed away June 10. He was bom in Ecuador and joined the SIU in 1981 in the port of New York. Brother Gallegos shipped in the stew­ ard department and upgraded in 1982 at the Lundeberg School. He was an active mem­ ber at the time of his death. RUSSELL R. HENRY Pensioner Russell R. Henry, 76, died June 20. A native of Indiana, he joined the SIU in 1952 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Henry sailed as a bosun, and retired in December 1974. He also served in the Coast Guard from 1942 until 1945. FRANK HERNANDEZ Pensioner Frank Hemandez, 88, passed away June 12. Bom in Puerto Rico, he joined the union in 1945 in the port of Tampa, Fla. Brother Hemandez shipped in the galley gang. He began re­ ceiving his pension in February 1969 and is survived by his wife, Rafaela. ROY IDLEBURG Roy Idleburg, 73, died May 23. He was bom in North Carolina and joined the Seafarers in 1964 in the port of Seattle. Brother Idleburg sailed in the engine department and last shipped in 1983. CLANTON JERNIGAN Pensioner Clanton Jemigan, 76, passed away June 15. The Georgia native joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of Savan­ nah, Ga. Brother Jemigan was a member of the black-gang. He retired in April 1978. GEORGE KANNENGISSER Pensioner George Kannen- was bom in France and joined the Marine Cooks and Stew­ ards in the port of San Fran­ cisco, before the union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Kannengisser began collecting his pension in September 1981. YAOF.KING Pensioner YaoF. King, 86, died June 9. A na­ tive of China, he joined the SIU in 1951 in the port of New York. Brother King shipped in the deck department and retired in 1973. MAURICE LAVOIE Maurice Lavoie, 62, passed away June ,17. The native of New Hampshire joined the Seafarers in 1957 in the port of Boston. He sailed in the deck department and last shipped in 1984. EMMA LOBDELL Pensioner Emma Lobdell, 71, died May 22. She was bom in Massachusetts and joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1957. Sister Lobdell retired in April 1970. CARLOS MATT Pensioner Carlos Matt, 83, passed away June 18. A native of the Philip­ pines, he joined the SIU in 1940 in the port of New York. Brother Matt shipped in the deck depart­ ment. He began receiving his . pension in June 1970. FRED T. MILLER Pensioner FredT. Miller, 72, died recently. The Phila­ delphia native joined the Seafarers in 1941 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He sailed as a bosun and retired in June 1984. JOHN J. MITCHELL John J. Mitchell, 62, passed away May 21. He was bom in Brook­ lyn, N.Y. and joined the union in 1967 in the port of New York. Brother Mitchell sailed in the engine department. He last shipped in 1985. GEORGE R. NELSON Pensioner George R. Nel­ son, 62, died May 28 as a re­ sult of lung can­ cer. A na­ tive of Wisconsin, he joined the SIU in 1960 in the port of New York. Brother Nelson shipped in the black-gang and retired in May 1989. He is sur­ vived by his wife, Mary. RICHARD NEWELL Pensioner Richard Newell, 65, passed away June 11. Bom in New Mexico, he joined the Sea­ farers in 1948 in the port of Houston. Brother Newell com­ pleted the bosun recertification program at the Lundeberg School in 1974. He began receiv­ ing his pension in August 1984. GEORGE NEYREY George Neyrey, 67, died June 11. He joined the union in 1951 in his native New Or­ leans. Brother Neyrey sailed in the deck department. He last shipped in 1984. AUGUST FANEPINTO Pensioner August Panepinto, 73, passed away June 5 as a result of leukemia. He joined the union in 1946 in his native New Orleans. Brother Panepinto sailed as a member of the galley gang and upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1977. He retired in January 1983. He also served in the Army from 1942 to 1946. Brother Panepinto is sur­ vived by his wife, Rosemary. HENRY PRINCIPE Pensioner Henry Principe, 68, died May 28 due to car­ diopulmo­ nary arrest. He Was bom in Wisconsin and joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Principe sailed in the engine de­ partment. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1976 and began receiving his pension in July 1985. WILLIAM RHONE Pensioner William Rhone, 76, passed away June 7. The native of Florida joined the SIU as a charter member in 1939 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Rhone sailed in the steward de­ partment. He retired in Decem­ ber 1975. KEITH R. RICE Keith R. Rice, 38, died June 3. He joined the Seafarers in 1970 in his na­ tive New York. Brother Rice shipped in the black-gang and upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1971. He last sailed in 1983. JAMES ROBERTSON James Robert­ son, 20, passed away May 6. Bom in Missouri, he gradua­ ted from the Lundeberg School last year. Brother Robertson sail^ in the galley gang and was an active member at the time of his death. .'I,;":-! Jv" V' • . V.' • • EDWARD SINUSH Pensioner Edward Sinush, 67, died June 5. He joined the Sea­ farers in 1957 in his native Baltimore. Brother Sinush shipped as a member of the galley gang and retired in September 1987. He served in the Army from 1943 to 1945. ROBERT L. SMYTH Robert L. Smyth, 35, passed away June 6. A native of Michi­ gan, he graduated from the Lundeberg School in 1979. Brother Smyth was an active member at the time of his death. JOHN WASHBURN John Washbum, 44, died June 8. He was bom in Michigan and joined the SIU in 1968 in the port of Detroit. Brother Washbum shipped in the deck department and last sailed in June 1989. GEORGE WEAVER George Weaver, 46, passed away June 21. A native of Texas, he joined the Seafarers in 1972 at the port of Port Ar­ thur, Texas. Brother Weaver sailed in the deck department. He last shipped in 1983. ALFRED YARBROUGH Pensioner Alfred Yarbrough, 75, died May 22. Bom in Seat­ tle, he joined the union in 1945 in the port of Boston. Brother Yarbrough sailed as a member of the galley gang. He began receiving his pension in Febmary 1974. BRANTLEY YOUNG Pensioner Brantley Young, 61, passed away June 14 due to re­ spiratory failure. The North Carolina na­ tive joined the Seafarers in 1956 in the port of New York. Brother Young sailed in the steward department and retired in Febmary 1990. He served in the Army from 1953 until 1955. INLAND DANIEL HENDERSON Pensioner Daniel Hender­ son, 61, died May 20. He joined the SIU in 1965 in • • • • i ./• • ; ^ . -f . •. i Iwi. •• •' -i-:- •.rv, " {; -M.; ' tm �• •: y- SeUFMOtS 106 House Enacts Anti-Scab Bill, Now Goes to Senate Continued from page 3 ^1:'' ...;.. t:',' y .'. . •«-:. -• ft:S: While the Daily News owners ended up selling the paper to a firm which settled with the unions, other tough disputes with many companies have resulted in thou­ sands of trade unionists losing their jobs. Eastern Air Lines, while headed by Frank Lorenzo, locked its em­ ployees out and hired .scabs to crew and maintain the troubled company's planes. Greyhound Lines replaced 9,000 union bus drivers with 6,000 scabs. Tied to Economic Strength Rank-and-file trade unionists, including thousands of Seafarers, mailed postcards to their elected representatives advising them of their support for the measure. Nearly a million postcards and mailgrams were received by mem­ bers of Congress in support of the bill to ban scabs. House Majority Leader Richard Gephardt said the issue had ram­ ifications for America's status as an economic power. "America will regain its eco­ nomic strength only when we commit ourselves to becoming a high-wage and high-skill society. "It is what the Europeans have done. It is what the Japanese have done. And now America must do it as well. That effort does not end with passage of H.R. 5; but it is a very good place to begin . . . Clos­ ing this loophole would make our laws consistent with those of our advanced world trading partners, countries which are already as or more competitive than are we." The bill currently has 33 spon­ sors in the Senate. Labor now is focusing its grass roots campaign on building support for the meas­ ure among senators. House Majority Leader Richard Gephardt (D-Mo.) backs H.R. 5 at a recent news conference. Joining him are other House supporters of thebill, Including Rep.Willlam Ford (D-Mlch.) and newly elected Whip David Bonlor (D-Mich.). V .i: ill}- Wi'i House Members Explain Their Support of the Striker Replacement Bill Marty A. Russb (D-lll.): By closing a loophole in labor law and banning company practices that have subverted the promises and protections of the National Labor Recovery Act, H.R. 5 will reaffirm the promise made to American workers more than 50 years ago when the NLRA guaranteed basic workplace protections. Joseph Moakiey (D-Maine): This legislation is critically important to American workers who in the past decade in particular have seen their hard-earned wages and benefits eroded by employers who are more concerned about mergers, leveraged buy-outs and short-term profits, than in achieving and maintaining a long-term economic growth through a productive, experienced and reliable workforce. Lane Evans (D-lll.); Replacement workers are less skilled, they are paid less and are less productive. Thus local businesses, local economies and local tax bases also suffer. James A. Traficant (D-Ohio): It has gotten so bad for the American worker, that while Congress will protect flag burners, they will not, in fact, allow Ameri­ can workers to carry a picket sign without the veiled threat that they are not only going to lose their Jobs, but lose them forever. Bernard Sanders (l-Vt.): The right to strike for better wages and better working conditions is a basic American right, but it is a right which means nothing if it means that you are going to lose your job when you exercise that right. Thomas H. Andrews (D-Maine): The decade that gave us jiink bonds, lever­ aged buy-outs and S&Ls also gave us PATCO, Phelps Dodge and Frank Lorenzo. To restore America's greatness we must first restore the rights and the dignity of the American worker. Pat Williams (D-Mont.): The most fundamental right of all working people is the ability to withhold their labor. That is a right that America's labor laws guarantee or at least purport to guarantee. The only reason we are here today is because the promise of our national labor laws is not being kept. Dale E. Klldee (D-Mich.): The right to strike without fear that you will be permanently replaced is an essential ingredient of labor-management relations. Workers should never be driven to despair. William L. Clay (D-Mo.): I believe that the permanent replacement of striking workers is legally indefensible and morally reprehensible. A policy that gives preferential treatment to management for failing to settle labor disputes at the bargaining table contradicts the principle of fairness, equity and justice. ... Since 1981 more than 300,000 Americans have been permanently replaced when they exercised their legal right to strike. Robert E. Andrews (D-N.J.): Economic growth occurs when it is inclusive, when everyone shares in it. ... For those who say that the country will not grow with H.R. 5, I say we will not grow without it. Major Owens (D-N.Y.): Common sense tells us that to be permanently re­ placed is the same as being fired. When one is permanently replaced, one does not have a paycheck. When you are fired, you do not have a paycheck. They are both the same. Douglas Applegate (D-bhio): President Bush said recently that it was moral and just that we give China most favored nation status so that they can send their slave labor-made products into the United States, made by people who have rio workers' rights, who have no benefits at all. He has got it backward. Josepfi P. Kolter (D-Pa.): Eastern Air Lines is a sad case of what can happen to a healthy company when legitimate employees are fired—I'm sorry, perma­ nently replaced — in favor of replacement workers. A1 Swift (D-Wash.): But to my mind this issue is simple: You are for real collective bargaining or you are not. Cardiss Collins (D-lll.): Just as we all oppose union-busting in Eastern Europe, so must we oppose it here. Dennis E. Eckart (D-Ohio): I have heard from too many constituents who no longer have jobs to believe that the use of permanent replacements is an anomaly. It's not an anomaly, it's an unfair weapon being used to break the spirit of hardworking everyday Americans. Howard L. Barman (D-Calif.): Tragically, the due bills have come in from a decade of Reaganomics, of takeovers, leveraged buy-outs and an entire range of economically and socially unproductive economic activities pursued by own­ ers and investors with no loyalty to employees nor stake in the community. . • 1, Charies A, Hayes (D-lll.): When organized labor wins these rights, all working Americans enjoy the benefits. Ted Weiss (D-N.Y.): Permanently replacing strikers hurts all American workers, union and nonunion alike. In the 10 years that American employers have used striker replacements, not coincidentally, real weekly wages have dropped al­ most 6 percent. As employers more frequently resort to hiring permanent replacements for strikers, they eliminate labor's mechanism for raising real wages. As a result, wages are dragged down for all workers, both union and nonunion. David Obey (D-Wis.): We are addressing (the bill) at a time when the average worker in this society, the average wage earner, has lost, in real-dollar terms, more than $1 an hour in the purchasing power of his wage. Patricia Schroeder (D-Colo.): Ronald Reagan's double talk and Frank Loren­ zo's scorched earth policies left 300,000 American workers unemployed. "Re­ placement" is just a fancy euphemism for "fired." Dennis M. Hertei (D-Mich ): What is worse than a family losing their livelihood? There is nothing worse than that. That is what this issue is here today. Peter A. DeFazio (D-Ore.): This bill restores a fair and simple balance. Owners have the right to continue to operate during the strike, but not to fire the striking workers. Workers have one tool. They can deprive the owners of their produc­ tive labor temporarily in order to get a fair settlement, in order to get their fair share of the American dream. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.): Today, all of our primary trade competitors, including Japan and Germany, have laws which prohibit the hiring of permanent replace­ ments for strikers. We all suffer the grave consequences of declining wage standards and decreased productivity when We deny workers the right to strike without fear of losing their jobs. (. m . Jolene Unsoeld (D-Wash.): A strike is the ultimate tool for workers in collective bargaining, and only used in a last resort when negotiations have totally broken down. It is designed to place an equal hardship on management and labor. Management loses profits and the workers lose their wages. This should pro­ vide an incentive for both parties to go to the bargaining table. But this balance becomes an imbalance when a company can effectively cease negotiations and then end a strike by hiring permanent replacement workers. :<rr- •• �•: 'i*' 1" • . • ••>..'• AUGUST 1991 Final Departures Continued from page 23 his native Philadelphia. Boat­ man Henderson sailed in the galley gang until he retired in March 1984. He served in the Army from 1950 to 1953. CLINTON McMAHON Pensioner Clinton McMahon, 78, passed away May 18. He was bom in ^Norfolk, Va. and joined the SIU in 1962 in the port of Phil­ adelphia. Boatman McMahon sailed as a captain and retired in January 1983. LOUIS MULLER Pensioner Louis Muller, 76, died June 7. A native of Texas, he joined the SIU in 1960 in the port of Houston. Boatman Muller began receiving his pen­ sion in December 1979. ;• >!£ •. RAILROAD MARINE EDWARD J. OTTEN Pensioner Edward J. Otten,90, passed away on October 14,1990, due to cardiac ar­ rest. Bom in New Jersey, he joined the union in 1963 in the port of New York. Brother Otten retired in May 1965. J i • ANTHONY WONDOLOWSKI Pensioner Anthony Wondolowski, 86, died June 28. The New Jersey native , joined the union in 1960 in the port of Nevy York. He sailed in the deck department and re­ tired in August 1963. ^1 I'" f. Burial at Seafarers Haven for Brother Ellingsen Brother Anders Ingeman Ellingsen is interred in the grounds of the Seafarers Haven Cemetery. Shipmates and fellow Seafarers attended the service in Valley Lee, Md. Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secre­ tary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-andfile members, elected by the membership, makes examination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Mem­ bers of this committee may make dissenting reports, spe­ cific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in ac­ cordance with the provisions of various trust fund agree­ ments. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and . management representatives and their alternates. All ex­ penditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund flnancial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know ' their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is; Angus "Red" Campbell, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times,either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know theircontract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for over­ time (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, they should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL ROLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from pub­ lishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the Septem­ ber 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The respon­ sibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immedi­ ately be reported to Union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. AH members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights ^ clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employ­ ers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONA­ TION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes includ­ ing, but not limited to, furthering the politick, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boat­ men and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contrib­ utes to political candidates for elective office. All contribu­ tions are voluntary. No Contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribu­ tion is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for inves­ tigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. J?' Colestock Ashes Oispersed at Sea The ashes of Seafarer Stephen A. Colestock recently were spread upon the waters of the Chesapeake Bay, as was his request. Sisaiairers Weifiare Plan Notic^ COBRA: Continuation Health Coverage Seafarers or their dependents who have lost eligibility for health care coverage under the rules and regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, may be eligible to purchase, at a premium, welfare cov­ erage directly from the plan. Seafarers who have lost their eligibility for plan coverage must notify the plan office immedi­ ately tofind out whether or not they or their depen­ dents may elect to continue benefits under this program. To obtain more information about this pro­ gram, Seafarers may call the membership services office at; 1-800-CLAIMS-4 (1-800-252-4674) or may write to: COBRA Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. (TheApril 1989 edition of the Seafarers LOG con­ tains a complete description of the Consolidated Omni­ bus Budget Reconciliation Act—or COBRA—program.) If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have bran violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or infor­ mation, he should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. :;#v ^4: " QL NOTICES RICO G.ELLIS GERALD KELLY Please contact the Jacksonville union hall con ceming checks for beef settlements. • • �'i.''i;.i«'!•><!»•Ill itiit<H'~^*?Wtji!b.giriaifei'1 mm u Lundeberg School Graduates Eight Classes f-; .' • If ' pj #'• SIAFARIRS LOG ^ •' ... v-'g; • ' • ? '- ' '" ^'-• ' -/V-' \ TA-:: r 'I ¥1 r. Trainee Lifeboat Class 47b—Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 476 are (from left, kneeling) Robert Snay, Michael Moran, Robert Feltus, Wllfredo Velez, Melvin Howard, Paul Maltoza, Jayson Gingrich, Gerald Williams, Joseph Packnett, (second row) Gilbert Gardia, Brandon Greaux, Norman Contreras, Michael Van Kulken, William Owlngs, Hassan Saunders, James Brusco IV, Mike McClure, Rick James, Alfonso Camardella and Ron RaykowskI (Instructor). iiV • Trainee Lifeboat Class 477-—Recently completing the course require­ ments for graduation from trainee lifeboat class 477 are (from left, kneeling) Boris Armstrong, Stephen St. Lucia, James Hill, Vince Leblanc, Daniel Ekins, Richard Grimes, Shay Bassett, (second row) Sean Nolan, Todd McCiave, Anthony Rosa, Jeremy Murray, Escobar Cesar, Thomas Steadham, Eric Melle, Steve Estrela, Scoey Valencia, (third row) Charles Storm, Kenneth Bullet, Jerry Strlcklen, Joseph Rakyta, Bobby Upchurch, Keith Damon and Rory Orvls. iM" 141'•.;^: '•' -As ••. ''"f.'.>'' Hydraulics—Meeting the course requirements for the four-week hydraulics course are (from left, front row) Mark Freeman, John Quinter, Michael A. Stearman, J.D. Phillips, (second row) Bill Foley (Instructor), Benjamin Conway, Christopher Derra* Donald Morgan, Charles KIchak and Tony Yore. m:- Advanced Fireflghting-—Receiving the necessary classroom Instruction required for Coast Guard license examination are (from left, front row) Brad Burkart, Gary Smith, Nicholas GIbldes, Marian Hare, Bruno Kalmeth, John Smith, (second row) David Hood, Grif McRee, John Venables, Al Tinker, Douglas Blaslus, Byran Cummlngs (Instructor), (third row) Tom Grose, Alan DIdzballs, Wade Cocek, Danny Alleman and Rick Crowley. (Kr •'• • ' •"• 1]' |;v,;4;®r 4.' •':• if: Able Bodied Seamen—Graduating with their able bodied seaman's en­ dorsement are (from left, front row) James Malderr, Joseph Schneider, Kathy Chester, Ralph Porter, Paul Castillo, Abdols All, (second row) Abraham Murray, Bruce Perry, Ricky SImlen, Brian Wolfe, Paul Wright, Dannie Lancaster, (third row) Ben Cusic (Instructor), George Marions, Ray Jenkins, Paul Goddard, Curtis Dunlap, Edward Kebbo, Steven McBrlde, Nathan Collins, Armenlnual Thomas, (fourth row) Scott Kreger, Scott Heglnbotham, Fred Freeman and Scott Palen. Radar—Upgrading members of the deck department completing the radar course are (from left, front row) Melvin Santos, Tom Grose, (second row) Jim Brown (instructor), Steve Warford, Paul Standard, Hutch Galloney and Anthony Smith. l-,.;--;y.:;:; K ,'. • .' Upgraders Lifeboat—Receiving their lifeboat training certificates from the Lun^berg School on June 18 are (from left) Frank McCrary, Donald Burns, Ivonne Gonzalez, Robert Miller and James Ham. /(''...v..,;' Upgraders Lifeboat—Certificates of training were received by the July 2 class of upgraders. They are (from left, front row), Ron RaykowskI (Instructor), Lorrin Rodrlgues, James Maiden, (second row) Calvin Patterson, Anthony White, Robert Arneel, Paul Castillo, Bob David, J.R. Ewing, Robert Ralney, Miguel Acevedo, Paul Wright, (third row) Paul Grady, John Kalyna, Khamlsl Kayanda, Mike Hooper, James Watts, John Warner, George Keblls, (fourth row) Robert Hanson and Wesley Elliott. �/V' AUGUST 1991 27 1991 UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE 0// Spill Course The following is the current course schedule for September-December 1991 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. All programs are geared to improve job skills of SIU members and to promote the American maritime industry. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's needs as well as the national emergency mobilization in the Persian Gulf. Course Oil Spill Prevention & Containment (1 week) Upon completion, the Sealift Operations Check-In Completion Date Date September 16 September 30 October 28 November 1 course must he taken. " Steward Upgrading Courses Deck Upgrading Courses Check-In Completion Course Date Date Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker, All open-ended (contact admissions Chief Cook, Chief Steward office for starting dates) Upon completion, all students will take a Sealift Familiarization class. Check-In Completion Date Date September 2 October 11 October 28 December 6 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Lifeboatman September 2 September 13 September 16 September 27 September 16 September 27 September 30 October 11 October 14 October 25 October 28 November 8 November II November 22 December 6 November 25 December 9 December 20 Ship Handling October 14 October 25 December 2 December 13 Radar Observer Unlimited September 2 September 6 October 28 November I December 20 December 16 Inland Deck Licenses September 30 December 6 Celestial Navigation November 4 November 29 Third Mate December 13 September 2 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must he taken. Tankerman August 19 September 13 November 11 December 6 Course Able Seaman ~ " October 21 Completion Check-In Date Date September 30 December 20 September 2 October 11 November 11 December 20 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class. November 8 September 30 Pumproom Maintenance & Operations December 6 October 14 Marine Electrical Maintenance December 20 September 30 Marine Electronics Technician October 25 September 30 Basic Electronics October 25 Welding September 30 December 13 Deep Sea/Inland Engineers October 7 December 13 Assistant Engineer (Deep Sea & Inland) October 4 Course QMED-Any Rating Fireman/Watertender and Oiler All students in the Enftine Department will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the ettd of their repular course . December 13 ' > ; • 1991 Adult Cducafion Schedule Course High School Equivalency (GED) Adult Basic Education (ABE) English as a Second Language (ESL) ReceiHfkatiott Pngnms Completion Date November 4 Check-In Date September 30 Date of Birth. (First) (Uist) (Middle) Address- hf I'1-^. Mii./Oay/Vciir (.S(reel) Telephoned (Cily) (.Stale) (Zip Code) ' L (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. Seniority • No Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held Home Port. If yes, which program: from Last grade of school completed. I am interested in the following course(s) checked below or indicated here if not listed ^ Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? • Yes • No (dates attended) • Yes • No ^ Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? • Yes • No If yes, how many weeks have you completed? Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement? • Yes • No Firefighting: • Yes • No CPR: • Yes • No Date available for training Primary language spoken DECK • • • • • to Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? If yes, coUrse(s) taken r • DATE- SIGNATURE- Department • Yes Completion Date December 6 December 6 October 18 December 6 Book #- Social Security # ^ U.S. Citizen; Check-In Date October 28 October 28 September 29 October 28 •y,.. With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yours.elf for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department, and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT .schedule you until all of the above are received. RATING DATE DATE OF ' VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE UPGRADING APPLICATION Name- ^ Mi 'V/ Bosun Recertification . /-• Engine Upgrading Courses .-T. fm'ourse :i •: Aw ' SHLSS College Program Schedule for 1991 FULL 8-week Sessions /' { —— AB/Sealift ls( Class Pilot Third Male Radar Observer Unlimited Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course • Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance Electro-Hydraulic Systems Automation Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician ALI. DEPARTMENTS • Welding O Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) • High School Equivalency Program (GED) • Developmental Studies (DVS) • English as a Second Language (ESL) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation STEWARD ENgiNE O FOWT • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Elec(ronics) • • • • • Assistant Cook Utility Cook and Baker Chief Cook Chief Steward Towboat Inland Cook COLLEGE PROGRAM Q Associates in Arts Degree • Certificate Programs Transportation will.be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only if you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent Isefore departing for Piney Point. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Seafarers Harry l.undetierg Upgrading Center. P O Bos 75. Piney Point. MD. 70674 ll«) % '• k • '' ' M'iiJ 'sS �'<• " \\. . -r i^: 'f • - i.r--rrr ,•' • yn'-JU"- ' SEAEU^EMtS r.-: .f'7y •J '• 'fI fc-' ?'-,r •' ' t , • V '• ' '• i- f- >• ' • -•7. i V V r- i i . I -: ,• ' 1 '•' flJlv 'V -•^nrP:,: •'HM::/ :i "I •'" •" K:- ;!/. %• \ • •" t Early-Rising Cruise Ship Seafarers View ^Awesome* Eclipse "Awesome" was the one-word through the scientists' state-of-thedescription provided by SS Consti­ art optical equipment, said Rash. tution Waiter Max Horikawa after Tom Bean, another waiter witnessing his first solar eclipse. aboard the Constitution, reported "Breathtaking," echoed Keith that crewmembers and passengers Rash, an assistant waiter on the used special viewing devices sup­ same vessel. plied by AHC Horikawa and to watch the Rash joined 300 eclipse unfold. other SIU crewThe two-andmembers and ap­ a-half -year proximately 800 SIU member passengers on reported, "This July 11 to watch was the first what will be the time I ever saw last solar eclipse an eclipse. It in the United was fascinat­ States during the ing." 20th century. An Bean said equal number of he woke up crewmembers around 4:30 and passengers a.m., two also saw the Crewmembers and passengers aboard hours earlier eclipse from the the Independence were able to see this than normal, to decks of the SS view of the solar eclipse. American Ha­ set up a special Independence, waii Cruises supplied these photographs. buffet on the the other ship op­ ship's upper erated by American Hawaii deck. The total eclipse was sched­ Cruises (AHC). uled to occur between 7:28 and "Most crewmembers were able 7:32 a.m., so the meal was planned to watch it. Almost everybody to allow those who wanted to wit­ stopped what they were doing on ness the full passage of the moon the ship and joined the passen­ in front of the sun to get something gers," Horikawa said. to eat. Rash described the eclipse as "a "The whole ship was quiet for big dot in the middle of the sun." five minutes," Horikawa said, re­ He said many of the passengers calling the minutes the eclipse were scientists whose jobs take peaked. "Everybody was outside them from one eclipse-viewing to watching it." another. Not only did the scientists Jesus Pinto, who sails as store­ provide a great deal of expertise on keeper aboard the Independence, the natural phenomenom, but also said there had been a great deal of they brought with them highly so­ publicity on the ship and through­ phisticated camera and telescopic out Hawaii on the eclipse. He man­ equipment. Several Seafarers were aged to catch the tail end of the able to take a peek at the eclipse event. "It was dark when I got out- side, but as the minutes went by it slowly became light." The cruise ships were able to provide their passengers some­ thing those who stayed on the big island of Hawaii could not get — a clear sky for viewing. The island was the only place in the United States where the total eclipse would occur. However, cloud cover spoiled the event for the landlubbers. The Constitution and Indepen­ dence were maneuvered out of the cloud bank to a position some 30 miles off the Kona coast of the island and three-quarters of a mile apart where the skies were clear. As a result of the cloud cover over much of Hawaii, many pro­ fessional photographers hurried to the AHC ships. "A helicojpter landed on the deck to drop off pho­ tographers and cameramen before the eclipse," Bean mentioned. At the height of the eclip^. Rash said it was dark' enough for the lights of the Independence to be seen from the Constitution. Rash described the light created by the sun's blockage as that of a "real dark sunset" Both Bean and Horikawa said it was the best cruise either of them had worked in their two-and-a-half years aboard the "Connie," as both of them called the cruise ship. The Constitution and Indepen­ dence are the only two ocean­ going Ainerican-flag cruise ships in operation. The vessels, whose home port is Honolulu, circle the Hawaiian islands on seven-day cruises. Independence crewmembers gather on a smokestack for a good view of the eclipse. Help Locate This Missiag Child The National Center for Miss­ ing and Exploited Children has asked the Seafarers International Union to assist them in locating Arlene Joyce Haltiwanger, a 14year-old from Gainesville, Fla. The Center believes she is an en­ dangered runaway. Missing since October 14, 1990, the child may be accompa­ nied by two adult male compan­ ions. At the time of her disappearance, the brown-haired, brown-eyed girl was 5 ft. 1 in. tall and weighed 105 pounds. She has a tattoo of a heart on her lower left arm. Any individual with informa­ tion about Haltiwanger should contact the Center at 1 (800) 8435678 or the Gainesville (Fla.) Po­ lice Department at 1-904-3742483. Since 1989, the Seafarers LOG has published photos circulated by the Center for Missing and Ex­ ploited Children as part of a na­ tionwide effort to find young people who have disappeared. Arlene Joyce Haltiwanger � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource August 1991 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES OMI STAR RESCUES FOUR REFUGEES IN 30-MILE WINDS, 20-FOOT SWELLS HOUSE PASSES ANTI-SCAB BILL THE SECOND REGISTRY GAFF- END OF AN ILLUSION WAGES, MANNING UP IN 3-FLEET MARITRANS PACT AUSTRALIANS EMBARK ON FLEET REBUILDING SIU HITS ‘WORKER TAX’ ON SEAMEN GREAT STEAMBOAT RACE GIVES SEAFARERS A WINNER SIU-CREWED TUG LEAVES COMPETITION IN ITS WAKE COAST GUARD ISSUES NEW RANDOM DRUG TEST RULES SEAFARERS GET IMMEDIATE CARE AT SAN PEDRO CLINIC ORGULF TUGS RIDING HIGH ON FULL MISSISSIPPI 15 STEWARDS PROGRESS ‘ALL THE WAY UP THE LADDER’ ASH COATING BLANKETS MSCPAC SHIPS IN SUBIC BAY BUY/SHIP AMERICAN AMENDMENT KEPT IN SENATE FOREIGN AID BILL BELLATRIX CREW IS IN HIGH GEAR, REPORTS WILCOX BOSUN CARTER CLOCKS IN WITH NEW, PROFITABLE HOBBY SEAFARERS GIVE HIGH MARKS TO BENEFITS METTINGS HOUSE MEMBERS EXPLAIN THEIR SUPPORT OF THE STRIKER REPLACEMENT BILL EARLY-RISING CRUISE SHIP SEAFARERS VIEW ‘AWESOME’ ECLIPSE Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 08/01/1991 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 53, No. 8 1991 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/f58ecb33bcdfe11ab46fb1bb09adff08.PDF a13d3a13a9b51060d919c77f7d781d15 PDF Text Text ^ • AFWrD • ATUNftC 6ULF, LAKIES AND INLAND WATKS SEAEUaSBS SSfvi:;!; Volume 53, Number 9 September 1991 Worker Tax' Hawed: SlU Heavy Shipping Continues in Wake Of Desert Stem .'-4< -• y>;|X^X X.,; V •; ;'-,v v.. .,r :• a-'- f - Poge 2 -• • > %• • • 7' •"-• *•'. • '•V'--. 7'> •..:"i''-\ • •- .X"' '• j' J w'jr'-.• • • , ^ . .. 'After Me,' Said the Captain. iJX - \ The world was startled to learn that the captain of the sinking Oceanos was among the first to be evacuated. More than 500 passengers aboard the cruise vessel had to rely on the help of the ship's entertainment staff In the rescue. This photo was taken moments before the ship settled to the bottom of the sea off South Africa's coast. Story on page 3. "y •¥ Hurricane Battere New Bedford's Fishing Fleet ' M'T:] • ' Page 6 '•4r •• it •/ X.-. .-•s ; .fts- •ft • .,5' • , -"V', XX " .• r,x#-v^'t'ii'- Piney Point Facility Named for Paul Hall Lundeberg School students and visitors passing through the main gate will attended by hundreds of maritime Industry and labor representatives and note the new sign Indicating the PIney Point complex now Is named the Seafarers, both active and retired, was held on the anniversary of the birth Paul Hall Center for Maritime Education and Training. A dedication ceremony date of the late president of the SlU. Story on page 3. I A .• X ^ , .• f • •J; ' ;e-' , • " UXL -XXV-1 ;j A i �•, ir:.v, 7- siUAREItS LOG !>;7 „rf-:-;vr-, ' "'. •• -S - •- President's Report , ,c-*: •^•' Freedom and Democracy • .' / • ' --^i; ', '•: / • j\.- •'(.• I -• S« .' -i ••, i .'- .. J-,'/V''.'!."' -'• #1 j; fe: V Last month, in a three-day period, an event of almost incalculable significance took place in the Soviet Union—an event which could easily define the world as we know it for the rest of our lives. Begin­ ning on August 19, for the first time in more than 1000 years, the Russian people conclusively beat back tyranny and have struck an indelible blow in behalf of freedom and democracy. Now we can look forward to seeing the Russian worker enjoy the freedom that a worker in a democracy has. While this may seem rather inconsequential to the think-tank types and lofty bureaucrats, such rights have monu­ mental consequences. After all, communism was supposed to create socalled worker states. But any worker could tell you that was a bunch of bunk. In practice, the communist party in the Soviet Union—and elsewhere in the world—kept workers from exercising their rights to get together and act in their own interest. Mi h 1 Sfl hapless gang of hard-liners orchestrating the Micnaei sacco ti^gy would have the support of workers and the Russian people generally because of the real dissatisfaction which exists throughout the Soviet Union with the condition of the economy. It appears they also assumed that a show of military force would wipe out any thoughts of mounting an opposition. The Soviet hard-liners made the same mistake most dictators make— they did not correctly judge the depth of a people's desire to be free, a people's desire for self-determination. It seems the Russian people, who for the past five years had glimpses of freedom and who practiced limited democracy, liked what they had and wanted more. The Russian people understood what Mikhail Gorbachev—who re­ cently was moving closer to the right and attempting to put a lid on many of the political reforms he had originally introduced—did not. For Soviet workers, there was nothing wrong with the new political freedoms, they just did not go far enough. No one, it seems, wants to go back to the past; for Soviet workers, solutions are to be found in the future. The Russian people also understood a point often missed by this nation's academics and government officials—that freedom and democ­ racy are not abstract theories. In this case, tens of thousands of Russian citizens look to the streets to defend their freedoms, and thousands of workers answered the call of Boris N. Yeltsin, the demo­ cratically-elected president of the Russian federated republic, for strikes of "universal, unlimited" proportions. Hours after Yeltsin urged this action, Soviet miners in the Kuzbass coal fields shut down 26 mines, while auto workers in Siberia, Murmansk public transport work­ ers and other groups put strikes into effect. 'Freedom Comes from the Ground' We in the American labor movement always have believed that, as AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland notes, "The story of freedom—and what it takes to get it—does not take place in the ministries or counting houses of the elite. Rather, it is the story of ordinary working people courageously rising to their feet and demanding their fundamental rights. Freedom and democracy do not come from the sky, but from the ground." There is much work to do in the Soviet Union, as well as in the former communist states of Eastern and Central Europe. We in the American labor movement will continue to stand with the workers of those countries. We will continue to stand on the side of their free and independent trade unions. The events of last month should clear the way for Soviet workers and their independent trade unions to fully participate in decision­ making processes both at their work sites and in their government. This ability to participate in a meaningful way will be critical in the days ahead if the former communist states are to build economies of substance—ones in which all people can participate, whether as wageearners, investors, managers or owners. Our Own Heritage I think it is fitting at this point to recall the communists' attempt to gain control of the American waterfront, a fierce battle in which this union was deeply involved. Looking back through old issues of the LOG from the 1940s, today's Seafarer can get a sense of how intense the fight really was. The communists, who maintained a waterfront section, sought to gain control of those industries which they deemed essential to winning control of a nation, and foremost among those sectors of the economy were communications and transportation—in particular, shipping. With this in mind, the communists maintained an apparatus designed to take over maritime labor. Looking over past LOGs reminds us that our people were never duped by the communists. The Seafarers recognized that the commies were not sincerely trying to advance the cause of workers but were, in fact, only interested in advancing the line from Moscow. Desert Storm Redefiloyineiit Keeps Ships en Gulf ftun Bringing military materiel back to the United States from the Per­ sian Gulf should keep most of the Ready Reserve Force (RRF) ves­ sels broken out for Desert Shield and Desert Storm active through the end of this year, estimates the government agency in charge of sealift operations. The Military Sealift Command reports that more than 100 ships are involved in the redeployment effort. Of those vessels, 49 are from the RRF, three are prepositioning ships and 52 are commer­ cial carriers and seven are fast sealift ships. Of the commercial charters, 28 are U.S-flag ships and 24 are foreign-flag. To date, 1.3 million short tons of dry cargo have been redeployed in Operation Desert Sortie, the military name for the Middle East engagement since the war ended. The redeployment effort is pro­ ceeding carefully because much of the equipment being loaded was damaged by desert conditions and war activities. Plenty of Jobs. For Seafarers, the ongoing Per­ sian Gulf effort has meant that shipping is very high. In addition to manning the RRF ships on the gulf run. Seafarers recently crewed another reserve force vessel—the Pioneer Commander—which was broken out for sea trials. The Par cific Gulf Marine-contracted ship was supplied SIU manpower by the union's Mobile hall. Only one of the eight fast sealift ships, all of which are manned by the SIU, has been put back into reduced operating status (ROS). The USNS Altair is now on ROS, but the other workhorse ships con­ tinue to transport heavy equip­ ment for the military. Most of the prepositioning fleet has returned to its assigned home base of Diego Garcia or Guam. Recalling the 70s Farmworkers' Beefs Cook Ahmed Sharif (right) and SIU Patrolman Harmando "Sal" Salazar were reunited with Cesar Chavez when the United Farm Workers president was in Seattle to rally support for the union's current grape boycott. Sharif, who currently sails on the Great Land, worked for the Farmworkers in the '70s as an interpreter of Arabic during UFW organizing campaigns. Salazar, at the direction of then SIU President Paul Hall, worked with Chavez in '73 and '74 during an intense UFW beef with Califomia growers. . ^ Applications Now Are Being Accepted For the 1992 Seafarers Scholarship Program. Turn to Page 10 for Details Volume 53, Number 9 September 1991 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers Internationa! Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Telephone (301) 8990675. Second-class postage paid at MSC Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith-, Assistant Editor, Daniel DM«can; Associate Editors, Jordan Biscardo, Max Hall; Associate Editor/ Production, Deborah Greene; Art, Bill Brower. "M '"i •/ 'VI n'-'lij �SiFTlMBER 1991 SlU Sees Flaws in CG's 'Woricer Tax' 1 I'* • t-. \ • - -• •",' The SIU has charged that the Coast Guard's formula for making seamen pay for their documents and licenses is based on a number of false assumptions and that the agency is not entitled to thes^ fees. The Seafarers position on the Coast Guard's plan to chaige sea­ men a so-called user fee for costs involved in the issuance of mer­ chant marine documents (or zcards), licenses and certificates of registry was submitted to the agency in response to a notice on the matter which first appeared in the Federal Register. Currently the Coast Guard is reviewing all submissions, and at this point the agency has not assigned a starting date for the program. In the union's strongly-worded communication, SIU President Michael Sacco vigorously ob­ jected to the entire notion of mak­ ing American seamen pay for the right to be employed aboard U.S.flag ships, noting the union be­ lieves it amounts to nothing short of a "worker tax." The union's statement recognized, however, that the Coast Guard was simply putting into effect a user fee plan mandated by the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Ac( of 1990 enacted last year to address the nation's fede^ deficit. The SIU pointed out the follow­ ing flaws in the agency's plan: the lack of recognition for services provided by Lundeberg School personnel to assist seamen in ob­ taining their documents and licen­ ses; inadequate disclosure of the methodology used by the Coast Piney Point Complex Named for Paul Hall Guard in determining the rates it will charge for documents and li­ censes; the open-endedness of the scheme which could allow the fees to rise to sky-high levels. Misconceived Premise Additionally, the union noted that the entire scheme did not square with the public interest. Sacco said in the union's com­ munication, "The SIU rejects the notion that merchant seamen are the sole beneficiaries of the Coast Guard's licensing and documen­ tation program. "In fact, it is the union's asser­ tion that the procedure of tracking the skills of mariners is done in the public interest, for the good of the citizenry as a whole. It is not logical to assume that safe waterways are only for the benefit Of those who work on vessels. "Therefore, it is in the public interest that seamen not be sad­ dled with a fee for a service de­ signed to ensure the nation's waterways remain safe, navigable and environmentally sound." No Cap on Fees Of great concern to Seafarers, noted the SIU, is the fact that there is no sound basis for the high cost of fees proposed by the Coast Guard and no guarantee that the rates would not go up and up and up. The union's suspicions are based on the fact that the user fee scheme is simply a way in which funds can be raised to offset the budget crisis facing the U.S. government. "The SIU concedes the good intentions of the Coast Guard with respect to annual revisions of the fee schedule. However, history will clearly demonstrate that rev­ enue-raising measures rarely, if ever, are reduced. On the con­ trary, they become fixed in our scheme of raising funds for the nation's treasury and generally are increased. This happens not be­ cause the fee is based on a service, but because of the revenue needs of the government. We submit the Coast Guard's user fees will be used in such a fashion," said Sacco in the SIU's comments. "Absent a fixed fee schedule or a ceiling, a seaman has no guar­ antee the charges for obtaining documents will not go Up in rapid succession and arrive at astro­ nomical proportions." Cost Methodology Murky As presently proposed, the Coast Guard would charge from $35 for a document without a qualified rating to $330 for an upper level license. The SIU statement said, "The Coast Guard's mechanisms for selecting fees have not been sufficiently exposed to allow for thorough evaluation; the Federal Continued on page 6 Sinking of Greek Cniise Ship Raises Concems Over Safely A statue of Paul Hall now is located at the circle on the Piney Point property's main road. Trainees line up in preparation for the ceremony marking the naming of the complex after the late president of the SIU. The complex embodying the Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship in Piney Point, Md. has been named the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Edu­ cation as a result of action taken by the institution's board of trust­ ees. The dedication of the Paul Hall Center was marked with a simple ceremony on August 20, the an­ niversary date of the birth of the late president of the Seafarers In­ ternational Union. In describing the naming of the Piney Point center, Herbert Brand, chairman of the Transportation Institute and master of ceremonies for the event, called it "more than a dedication—it is an act of re­ membrance" for the man who headed the SIU from 1947 until his death in 1980. "From its very be^nning as a training and upgrading facility, which Paul named for his color^l and formidable predecessor of the Seafarers International Union, Pi­ ney Point has been and is Paul Hall," said Brand in opening the ceremony which was attended by representatives of the maritime industry. Many SIU members, both active and retired, also were on hand for the occasion. *With Us in Spirit' Brand, who worked closely with Paul Hall for more than three dec­ ades, noted that "although it is Photos from Ceremony on Pages 14 and 15 now 11 years since Paul has passed away, he continues to be with us in spirit. Hardly a day goes by that somewhere a former associ­ ate, a former co-worker does not make some reference to an expe-' rience shared with or an experi­ ence learned from Paul, from this remarkable leader of men and women. "No one who worked with Paul and who observed his inspiring leadership qualities and his amaz­ ing technical skills could ever for­ get him," said Brand. Ran Hettena, president of Mar­ itime Overseas Corp., observed Continued on pt^e 24 The actions of the captain and other crewmembers aboard the sinking Greek-flag cruise ship, the Oceanos, have brought world at­ tention to the safety conditions of passenger vessels and the training of shipboard personnel. The Oceanos incident, which took place off the southeast coast of South Africa on August 4, currently is being investigated by authorities in that nation as well as by Greek officials. While none of the 571 people aboard lost their lives, serious questions have been raised as to why the captain had himself evac­ uated before more than a hundred passengers had been rescued and why the ship's entertainment staff had to take charge during the emergency operation instead of crewmembers—many of whom reportedly abandoned ship at the first sign of trouble. Witnesses, including a South African Navy diver in charge of the rescue maneuvers, said Cap­ tain Yiannis Avranas, the 7,554ton cruise ship's master, actually forced his way to the front of the rescue line and demanded to be taken off the ship by the first South African Air Force rescue helicop­ ter before the passengers were saved. 'Cowardice of the First Order' Frank O. Braynard, curator of the American Merchant Marine Museum at King's Point, N.Y., Continued on page 12 ' f-'" ^ One of the 571 Oceanos passengers is helped out of the vehicle which brought her to the safety of a hotel. Vacationers aboard the vessel expressed surprise that crewmembers would leave the sinking vessel before passengers. 4 ti.;; ' '-n- •fr • ' f'." 1/' • '. "J ,i; i I• f. ''jtt: •'.M •• . •m •- "S • • • • r-:; -v •--••J I; -Tf.' 'i; ^ A:.-- --i'. �' ' •':r't:. f JE- * )Bb—^ '7=- Cash Aid, AliWR on Deck When Congress Returns A conference committee made up of representatives from both the House and Senate will review a foreign aid bill containing a "buy American/ship American" provi­ sion when the Congress returns to session this month after a summer recess. In addition, members of the Senate are expected to debate a national energy policy of which a key component is the exploration of oil in the Arctic National Wild­ life Refuge (ANWR) in Alaska. Ship American Section This summer, during a debate on the so-called cash transfer bill, which provides that foreign aid recipients get direct monies from the U.S. government, the buy American/ship American provi­ sions of the legislation remained intact. However, opponents of the U.S.-flag maritime industry mounted an attack on the section, which required that a portion of the goods purchased in the U.S. be carried on American bottoms. In both the House and Senate, the attempt to scuttle U.S. shipping was defeated. As the cash transfer bill goes to conference committee, SIU leg­ islative representatives, as well as the American maritime industry in general, will be keeping a close watch on the legislation to ensure that the ship American provision does not get dumped at the last minute. Seafarers and other elements of the U.S.-flag shipping industry will be active in the push to open up ANWR for oil exploration. The ANWR oil reserve is thought to be one of the largest oil reservoirs in the United States. Those mem­ bers of Congress favoring the de­ velopment of the ANWR oil re­ serve note that only a 1.5 million acre site is sought for the project out of the 19 million acre national reserve. The transport of Alaska oil to the lower 48 states, a Jones Act run, has been a significant factor in the maintenance of a U.S.-flag tanker fleet. Development of the ANWR oil reserves will ensure a U.S.-flag tanker capacity in the future. CG Fishing Vessei Ruies Go into Effect Sent. 15 - 'i.-'-' Regulations designed to im- < prove safety conditions in the fish­ ing industry go into effect on Sep­ tember 15, the U.S. Coast Guard announced in the Federal Regis­ ter. The Coast Guard rules imple­ ment the Commercial Fishing In­ dustry Vessel Safety Act, which was passed by Congress in 1988 in an attempt to reduce casualties in one of the most risky and haz­ ardous of industries. The regulations require all com­ mercial fishing vessels to obtain and maintain a host of safetyrelated items—such as fire fighting equipment, life preservers, ring life buoys, backfire flame arresters for gasoline engines, visual dis­ tress signals and emergency po­ sition indicating radio beacons (EPIRBS). The Coast Guard also is man­ dating that fishing vessel person­ nel be trained in first aid and emergency procedures. Addition­ ally, after September 15 all ship­ board injuries requiring medical attention beyond first aid must be reported. " ;|V;;;;; '.>C •M'. '-i ;• •' •i- '•: :U- KM k.: :'••'/ •\ •y'AKMKK!' W " - 4';. "K" -•• Factory Ships For larger vessels, newly-built vessels and ones which operate in cold water or far from shore, even more extensive regulations apply. These vessels must be equipped with life rafts, immersion suits, extensive navigational equipment, high water alarms in unmanned spaces along with bilge pumps for all these areas. Numerous design specifications have been included such as grab rails, escape routes and launch SEAfARERSm > J- hatches for lifeboats for the largest of fishing ships, generally known as "factory ships," or those ca­ pable of processmg fish while at sea. The Congress is continuing to hold hearings on safety conditions in the fishing industry. Among the items to be considered by both the House and Senate is the matter of licensing and training of fishing vessel crewmembers. tkmtracts Department Deceives Inquiries OR Sodal Security Tax Seafarers have noted that some companies are posting two sepa­ rate entries on paycheck stubs for the social security tax. The SIU Contracts Department has been asked why this is occurring. The Contracts Department re­ ports the practice is based on a rule the Internal Revalue Service implemented in 1991. IRS Circu­ lar E from the Employer's Tax Guide states: "Beginning in 1991, the wage bases for the two parts of the social security tax (social security and medicare) are differ­ ent. "Employers can no longer combine and report the withhold­ ing as a single amount," states the circular. It advises employers they will be required to report the withholding for social security and medicare separately. The IRS notes the base wage for social security is $53,400 and the base wage for medicai:e is $125,000. Liberty Sea Crew Refeie to Contract When there is a beef aboard ship, refer to the contract, notes the crew of the Uberty Sea. With a standard tanker agreement in hand, ail beefs were settled and the payoff proceeded smoothly. At the meeting are (from left, front row) Patrolman Steve Judd, AB Charlie Merida, Chief Cook Cathleen Martin, SA Gerardo Lopez, (back row) Patrolman Bobby Milan, Bosun J.R. Colangelo, Chief Steward Heien Mizeil, DEU D.R. Halstead and AB J.J. Mole Jr. Govmamt bsues I^MHt On SbmemU Jackson Fire Human error and poor equip­ ment design are the reasons given by a U.S. Coast Guard report for the enginerpom fire that killed six mariners, including three Seafar­ ers, aboard the Stonewall Jackson on February 9. "The proximate cause of this casualty was human error on the part of the licensed engineer on watch as he did not ensure the inboard cap of the turbine gener­ ator duplex lube oil strainer was properly secured before changing the liibe oil flow from the outboard strainer to the inboard strainer," wrote Commander David Miller, who investigated the disaster for the Coast Guard. "The ergonomics (working con­ ditions and design) of the duplex lube oil strainer installation is poor," he continued in his report to the commandant's office. "This caused the operating engineers to only use the inboard strainer, ex­ cept when cleaning the strainer." Miller recommended all vessels equipped with Delaval turbine generators similar to the one aboard the Jackson "evaluate the need to make the strainer more accessible to the operating engineer" and "install suitable shields around the duplex lube oil strainer to prevent lube oil from spraying on hot pip­ ing or turbine surfaces." The report described the strain­ er's location to be 54 inches from the deck with the turning lever another three inches higher. The locking bar is five feet above the deck. "An engineer must reach 18 inches horizontally over piping to reach the turning lever and over 24 inches to change the outboard strainer," Miller reported. Newspaper articles following the accident stated the Navy installs such shields on its vessels with Delaval turbine generators. Although no autopsies were conducted on the six black-gang members. Miller theorized all of them died of asphyxiation because "the chance for survival . . . was minimized due to the character­ istics of the fire in that it erupted quickly and burned violently." While the Coast Guard com­ mandant's office agreed with Mill­ er's conclusions and recommen­ dations on these matters, it disagreed with his remarks that the six might have been saved had the engineroom been equipped with emergency escape breathing ap­ paratus (EEBA). Captain Gerald Barton, writing for the comman­ dant's office, noted the fire was so consuming "it is unclear whether there would have been enough time for the four engineers in the storeroom to don EEBAs." Miller was unable to begin his investigation aboard the Jackson until mid-March when the Water­ man Steamship Co. vessel was docked in Singapore. The fire, which claimed the lives of QMED Edmund Clayton, QMED Prince Wescott and Wiper Henry Hyman, occurred while the ship was sailing in the Indian Ocean from Singa­ pore to the Suez Canal. The LASH (lighter aboard ship) vessel was towed first to Sri Lanka where the bodies were removed, then to Sin­ gapore. The Coast Guard investigator based his conclusions on inter­ views with the surviving crewmembers, affidavits taken by the ship's master and an inspection. Special Message to Galley Gang Members from the Seafarers LOG Send in your holiday recipes by November 8 — to appear in a spe­ cial feature in the December issue of the LOG. Send your recipes to the LOG, 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 �mmm) SEPTiMBER 1991 AT&T's Global lAik Gets Off to Good Start SIU members put forth extra ef­ along for this special trip, fort to make certain the Global "Everyone put forth a good ef­ Link got off to a safe and produc­ fort," Harper said, "Nobody turned tive start this summer, as Seafarers down overtime and no one com­ crewed the vessel during its plained, We worked hand in hand maiden voyage. The Global Link, to get the job done," a Transoceanic Cable ship, sailed He added," We had a great turn­ from Singapore to Hawaii for its out at the cookouts. We had plenty inaugural run. of diet soda, chicken, ribs, steaks, Bosun Herb Libby, who came potato salad and more," back from retirement earlier this Steward Assistant A.J. Severe, year to bring out the ship, com­ sporting a T-shirt with "Maiden mended the SIU members for their Voyage" printed on it, noted the efforts aboard the Global Link, camaraderie among crewmem"They were very good, superior," bers, "This is a good group," he said Libby, who joined the SIU in said 1948 in New York, "The ship was Transoceanic Cable is a subsid­ quite dirty when we took it over. iary of AT«&T, The parent com­ We didn't have too big of a crew, pany recently held a reception in but there was a lot of work to do Baltimore following the Link's and the guys dug right in and did maiden voyage, for union officials it," and crewmembers. Libby, 63, also was part of the Besides the Long Lines, the original crew on the cable ship Global Link's other sister ships are Long Lines, one of the Global the Charles Brown and the Global Link's sister vessels, "A maiden Sentinel, The Global Sentinel is voyage is a little different," he said, preparing for her maiden voyage. "You expect different things from a new ship, but nothing bad." AB Robert Gettridge, who graduated from the Lundeberg School last year, reported smooth sailing during the Global Link's initial voyages, which included stops in Panama and Baltimore, "Everyone had a good attitude," said Gettridge, 22, "There were no problems, just open sea and calm weather, " This job is fun, I love it, I really can't complain," Chief Steward Ken Rosiek noted several well-attended cookouts which took place between Singapore and Hawaii, But there also was "an incredible amount of work done," said the 55-year-old Rosiek, who joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1970, be­ fore the union merged with the AGLIWD, "Most people saw a job that had to be done and went right to it. People really worked hard," Chief Cook Victor Harper, 33, said he was excited to be a part of the Link's maiden voyage, "It's different, a challenge to bring it out and get it up to standard," said the galley gang member who joined the SIU 11 years ago in Philadel­ phia, Also a recertified steward. Harper captured the voyage on vid­ Bosun Herb Libby came out of retire­ eotape — he brought a camera ment for Global Link's maiden voyage. "•rf; .i: "' f W '• i' • • i ' .' 'I' •- . v T• • .^1 '" -v.TV-M ... .'•'I:''-':'Enjoying the AT&T reception are SIU members (from left) A,J, Severe, Aaron Swan, Kamin Ragi and Jim Musker, -J; y. •.Si.' 'i\-r •••V . 'V' .'•S • • ."S- I Chief Steward Ken Rosiek com­ mended the performance of Seafarers, Steward department member Fer­ nando Vaioe tidies up in the galley. Chief Steward David Merriken relaxes at the AT&T reception in Baltimore, OS Tony Sivola heads for the reception to celebrate the maiden voyage. ... As the newest cable ship in the Transoceanic fleet, the Global Link's majden voyage took her from Singapore to Honolulu, Hawaii, ' If;- �.- -,'-7-»Vi;^»^T=''""' -,i5i, StAfMRCRS v»i.'•' Hurricane Pounds New Bedford Fishing Fieet •'4l'-•";'•• "V::':: ••ip.; 1r ••- _., :5: the relatively light damage to fish­ ing boats, Francois said "all of the repair places here are full. Some of [the boats] will be out of commission for at least a month." An estimate of total fishing boat damage was unavailable at press time, but the SlU-crewed May­ flower was considered one of the worst hit. That boat sustained roughly $60,000 worth of damage. Seafarers-contracted fishing boats in the port of New Bedford, Mass. were among those damaged by the 100-mph winds of Hurri­ cane Bob last month, but things could have been much worse. In the town known as one of the nation's most bountiful fishing centers, there was, miraculously, no loss of life and no serious injuries, reported the New Bed­ ford Standard-Times. Most of the approximately 40 fishing boats (25 percent of the New Bedford fleet) damaged dur­ ing the mid-August storm sus­ tained only minor harm, although many pleasure crafts suffered more serious damage. Enough warning was provided so the vast majority of fishermen returned to port be­ fore the winds struck. "Most of the damage came from boats banging against each other in port" due to the winds, SIU Port Agent Henri Francois noted. He added none of the boats sank. The New Bedford harbor is pro­ tected by a hurricane gate which closed before Bob hit. But despite Smaller Craft Hurled Overall, the New Bedford area sustained millions of dollars in damages. Hundreds of trees and thousands of limbs were blown onto houses and cars. Some smaller boats were hurled onto land, and roughly 3(X),(XX) area residents were left without electricity. Hurricane Bob closed several eastern ports including New Bed­ ford, Boston, Providence, R.I. and Portland, Maine. New York, the east coast's largest port, was un­ affected by the storm which dumped less than one inch of rain on most areas. ;pm Much of the damage to New Bedford fishing vessels during Hurricane Bob came from boats smashing into each other. Such was the case with the MV Atlantis pictured above. Seafarers in Jersey City Parade Members of the Pillpino-Americans for Progress Association (PAPA) marched with the Seafarers in a Jersey City summer parade. The SiU counts in its ranks many Filipino Americans from the Jersey City area. . \. . The SlU-crewed Mayflower sustained the most damage of any of the vessels in the New Bedford fleet when Hurricane Bob hit. False Assumptions Underiie User Fee Plan, Charges SIU Continued from page 3 Register is devoid of any substan­ tiating of costs." With so little detail provided on how the agency arrived at its costs, the union asked that detailed in­ formation on the matter be pro­ vided to all interested parties. Lundeberg School Services Another reason the SIU ques­ tions the costs arrived at by the agency is that the user fee "for­ mulation is so vague" and does not take into account a situation like that which exists at the Lun­ deberg School where the institu­ tion's personnel act, in effect, like an adjunct Coast Guard office. In the case of a seaman enrolled at the Lundeberg School, if he or she paid the user fee the Coast Guard is proposing, that individual would be charged, in part, for the work being done by the privatelyendowed Lundeberg School. The SIU statement pointed out that the Lundeberg School per­ forms many functions which di­ minish or render unnecessary many of the activities of the Coast Guard in relation to the processing of documents and licenses. "The re­ sult is a cost savings for the Coast Guard in the evaluation, exami­ nation and issuance expenses in­ curred when an individual applies for a document, upgrades his rat­ ing or sits for a license," said Sacco. "The SIU believes it is inap­ propriate for the Coast Guard to chaige for services associated with the obtaining of documents and licenses that are conducted by Lundeberg School personnel." Exemption for Reserve The Coast Guard asked the pub­ lic to comment on who should be exempted from the fees in order to encourage participation in a "merchant marine reserve pro­ gram." Sacco said, "The SIU believes it is in the public interest to main­ tain a qualified pool of manpower available to crew any surge in U.S.-flag shipping which might take place for reasons of either national defense or economic security." He pointed out that the Lundeberg School is in a position to mobilize seamen immediately in the event of any national emergency. The union noted the Lundeberg School "can pour hundreds of qualified mariners into an imme­ diate shipping pool," train seamen quickly in the necessary skills spe­ cific to any of the equipment used in a mobilization, operate a 24hour-a-day manpower center which can call up hundreds of seafarers instantly. Consequently, summarized Sacco in the statement, the "SIU and the Lundeberg School operate what is essentially a merchant ma­ rine reserve capable of meeting and sustaining a swift surge in sealift" and as such, seamen com­ ing out of this privately funded facility should be exempted from the user f^e. Study of Costs Urged Sacco advised the Coast Guard of the SIU's desire to work with the agency to study and thor­ oughly examine the area in which the Lundeberg School's involve­ ment is "the very same process for which its enrolled seamen would be taxed." He noted that the union believes "the Coast Guard itself may be a victim of the proposed inequity. It has been charged with tlje re­ sponsibility to raise money with­ out an appropriate rationale. "The SIU is proud of our or­ ganization's relationship with the Coast Guard. We believe that it is a model of cooperation and we deeply appreciate the contribution the Coast Guard makes to this working relationship. The bringing of young people into the industry, the upgrading of seamen to higher ratings and licenses, the smooth processing of their paperwork, and the efficient testing procedures of Seafarers is a tribute to the co­ operation between the govern­ ment agency and the Lundeberg School," said Sacco in the state­ ment. �if- . -'A'- SIU members aboard the Baldomero Lopez gather at payoff for a group photo. They are (front row, from left): Steward Assistant Don Simmons, AB Larry Reiner, Steward/Baker Luis Gonzalez, AB Justin Savage, AB Mark De Raima and AB Vincent Ippolito. Back row: Steward Assistant Mary Lou Lopez, Chief Cook Elston Tensley, SIU official Augie Tellez and QMED Mike Scardina. r _ , , , . _ _ , Cook/Baker Luis E. Gonzalez serves up some dessert he has just prepared. ^ A • x x i • Steward Assistant Mary Lou Lopez gets the galley in order after lunch. Survivors of Seven SCUD Alerts, Lopez Crew Recalls Gulf Mission " - n-: 'v •' ' .c:S Chief Cook Elston Tensley prepares a snack. f;,., ' 'r Bosun William Johnson is a veteran of three wars, and the longtime SIU member had this to say about Seafarers who ere wed the 1st Lt. Baldomero Lopez during the Persian Gulf con­ flict: "I've never seen any crew that could possi­ bly have conducted themselves any better. The cooperation with the military was exceptional, and [military personnel] were very appreciative." Johnson, who joined the SIU in 1974 in New York, also sailed during World War II and the Korean War. An experienced seaman who is not given to overstatement, he described SIU members onboard the Lopez as top-notch. "There was al ways me ttoa, of SCUD attacks the crew behaved perfectly,' Johnson recently told a reporter from the Seafarers LOG. "There were never any beefs. Everyone had a lot of hard work to do, and they did it without any complaining," despite long hours and continually hot weather. The Baldomero Lopez, a prepositioning ship operated by AMSEA, recently paid off in Balti­ more after completing a voyage around the world. Crewmembers agreed the most memorable parts of the journey took place during Operation Desert Storm— in all, the vessel endured seven separate SCUD attacks. "During the first attack it was kind of hard getting organized and putting on the masks," re­ called QMED Mike Scardina. "I was definitely scared at first, during the first couple attacks. "But then we got used to it. We knew where to keep the [protective] suits and what to do. One thing that was rough was sometimes you would get the suit off and then five minutes later anoth^ alert would sound. You had to get dressed all QVer again." Despite dangers in the gulf, AB Larry Reiner could not wait to sign on the Lopez. He boarded the vessel after a trying ordeal in Tel Aviv. 'Contributing to Well-Being' Brother Reiner went to Tel Aviv in order to help his aunt flee from the endangered city. "Once my mission was accomplished, I had only one thing in mind—to get on a good old SIU ship and be privileged to join my shipmates in contributing to our country's well-being," Reiner noted in a letter to the LOG. "It never felt so good to climb a gangway," Reiner added. "It's wonderful to belong to a 'brotherhood' such as ours which is one in deed as well as in name." Crewmembers' Morale Good The events in the Middle East were just one part of the Baldomero Lopez's travels. At other times, crewmembers enjoyed norpial routines and even occasional cookouts. "Morale was good," said Chief Cook Elston Tensley^ a 1987 graduate oj| the Ltindeberg School. "This is a pretty nice vessel. . . . The cookouts were a lot fuh. The tough part was not being able to get off the ship in Saudi Arabia." Steward Assistant Mary Lou Lopez, a union member since 1975, described her shipmates as "real gentlemen. I feel lucky, and I really can't think of anything bad. . . This job provides a good living." , "Everyone I canie into contact with stood tall, added Scardina. "Everyone did their jobs profes­ sionally. I'm proud to he here, really proud to be on this ship. We have a great sense of pride when a job is well done." -•1:'^ ''k -..k : . • (' • ? ; tmMf I''•• ife"' k-- - k : A-;': « a 'a:-. !. QMED Mike Scardina listens In during the shipboard meeting on the Lopez. Bosun William Johnson desclbed SIU members aboard Lopez as top-notch. Galley member HIzam Zokarl (left) makes a point to Chief Steward Bruce Barbeau. , r -' -j" if '• H'l �SEAFARERS LOG 8 • Charles E. Wilson's Versatile Crew Can Handle Any Kind of Local ' j' '•'.' • E-i!. i.V- pSfi;- •• The Slli crew aboard the Charles E. Wilson is never sure what the vessel will be loading next into its holds. When a reporter for the Seafar­ ers LOG recently visited the Laker in Ashtabula, Ohio, the Wilson was offloading empire taconite iron ore pellets that would be taken by train to mills in Youngstown, Ohio to produce steel. Bosun Larry Smith and the rest of the deck crew were cleaning the holds because the American Steamship Company vessel would be loading stone on its retum journey up the Great Lakes. "Eveiything has to be cleaned out," said Smith as he was man­ ning a hose. "We can't allow any of the pellets to mix with the stones." In fact, the Wilson crew has to make sure a hold is completely. empty of the variety of pellets being carried because there are six to eight different types of the dark round objects, slightly smaller than a marble. The self-unloader, which was built in 1973, can hold almost 30,000 tons. According to Smith, the vessel can offload its cargo, whether it be taconite, stone or coal, in six hours. Because the Wilson can be sailing on the Lakes several days between ports, the crewmembers take advantage of the time at the docks to restock the vessel and handle chipping and painting chores on the ship's hull. Duriiig the sailing season, the Wilson can be found on lakes Michigan, Superior, Huron and Erie. ITie ship is named after a former president of General Mo­ tors Corporation. AS Watchman Ron Bochek, right, updates Bosun Larry Smith on offloading operations aboard ship. Built In 1973, the Charles E. Wilson can hold almost 30,000 tons. The ship, named after a former president of General Motors, sails on the Great Lakes. Deckhands.Salim Yaya, left, and ADdoiian Said work manual crane. Maintenance team member Harold Walkley guides engineroom materials on deck. • -I'-' •••. - Patrolman Andy GouleL left, answers questions for Cpnveyorman Cliff Stockman, center, and Porter Roger Flaherty. Maintenance team member Wayne Bucher oversees loading of equipment aboard the Charles E. Wilson. QMED Willie Evans exits engineroom AB Wheelsman Richard Bockert, left, and Deckhand Salim Yaya reel in safety net before raising ladder for departure. �? I_ • /. |p^,§:n=^ SiPTEMBiR 1991 SlU Gov't Services O/lembers Crew New MSCPAC Ship ,'. V/'"' •••' SIU Government Services Divi­ sion members crewed the Military Sealift Command Pacific Fleet's newest oiler for her maiden voyage completed July 31. The USNS John Ericsson fin­ ished its inaugural run around 9:30 a.m. at the Naval Supply Center in Oakland, Calif, after leaving Avondale Shipyards in New Or­ leans two weeks earlier. The Ericsson's mission will be transporting bulk petroleum prod­ ucts from shore depots to Navy combatant and support forces, making them independent of shore-based fuel sources. Ericsson and ships of her class also can de­ liver fleet freight, mail and person­ nel. The Ericsson is 677.5 feet long with a beam of 97.5 feet. The ship is powered by two fully automatic diesel engines, twin shafts, and 32,000 shaft horsepower. The fleet oiler can carry 180,000 barrels of ship and aircraft fuel. It is crewed by 96 civilian mariners and 21 Navy communications personnel. In the deck department are Bor suns Dennis Strain, Dennis Sparrowe, L.S. O'Riley, Ken­ neth Allen, Gary Frazier, Robert Pierson Jr. and Gregory Green, Carpenter Kirk Fonte, ABs Ray Sewell, Joseph Rogers Jr., Ney G. Veneer Jr., Mack Hudson Jr., Mike LaSota, Michael Roda, Robert A. Smith, Gerald Martin, Joseph Bates, Kevin Steward, Joe Normand, J.V. Mazares Jr., Clinton Lee, Richard Thomp­ son, Tinion Smith, Martha An­ thony and David Dove, OSs Patrick Snow, Glenda Wyatt and Robert Thomas Jr. Among the engine department crewmembers were Chief Electri­ cian Donald Doss, Refrigeration Engineer Charlie Hurt Jr., Deck Engineers Daniel Riveros, Rolando Fernandez and Larry Rasmusson, Junior Engineers Earl Reed, John Clopein and Charles Satchell, Pumpman Alan Bjerkness, Electronics Techni­ cian Douglas Pine, Second Elec­ trician Hanson Harris Jr., Wipers David Burkett, Joseph Fabbiano and Alta Seaman. The galley gang consisted of Chief Steward Levi Jones, Yeo­ men Storekeepers Walter McGrath, Pedro DeLeon, Larry Mclnzie and Julia Green, Chief Cook Abrah Senigar Jr., Cook/Baker Rodolfo Carimio, Assistant Cook Danny J. Harvey, Laundryman Bennie Wilson Third Steward Lee Harrington, Cook/Baker Victor De'Arion, SA Danny Harvey, Utilitymen Pablo Catalasan, Saturino Perez, Fer­ dinand Daliet Jr., Larry Detmer, Wilfredo Layacan, Minnie Thomas, Broderick Gillard, -Wit h -'V:!- The newest oiler to join the MSCPAC fleet, the USNS John Ericsson, glides easily under the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge en route to her berth in Oakland. Leslie Baldwin and Norman Scarhrough. The Ericsson is under the com­ mand of Capt. Gene Cox. The ship's crew will undergo training off Southem California this fall. The vessel is scheduled to head for the Westem Pacific in mid-1992. The new ship is named after John Ericsson (1803-1889), a Swede who lived in London for 12 years where he invented the steam fire engine and screw propeller. Ericsson emigrated to the U.S. in 1839 and designed power plants for all types of ship engines. He later designed the iron-clad ship USS Monitor of Civil War fame, one of the first vessels with a rotat­ ing gun turret. :• • Passumpslc Undergoes Deactivation • ..I'".'- USNS Higgins Sets Gulf Record; Logs 385 Straight Days on Run I ^.^• h '•"'T'^' '. J SIU Government Services Divi­ sion members who crewed the USNS Higgins were in for the long haul during the Persian Gulf con­ flict. The Military Sealift Com­ mand oiler set the record for long­ est deployment among all U.S. Navy ships participating in Op­ eration Desert Shield, Desert Storm and Desert Sortie. The Higgins logged 385 contin­ uous days away from her base at Subic Bay, Republic of the Philip­ pines since just prior to Iraq's in­ vasion of Kuwait more than a year ago. During that time the Higgins replenished 77 different Navy ships, about 17 percent of the tot^ fleet. The Higgins' busiest day was October 14, when she replenished 11 ships of the amphibious task force led by the USS Nausau while delivering approximately 2.3 million gallons of fuel. On five Other occasions, the Higgins re­ plenished nine or more ships per day. Overall the MSC vessel con­ ducted 379 replenishments at sea and delivered more than 67 million gallons of fuel. The Higgins, which provided fuel and other cargo for virtually every ship in the gulf, also conducted 157 vertical re­ plenishments for cargo, mail and passengers. The USNS Higgins logged 385 continuous days away from her forward-deployed home in Subic Bay after spending the past year in the Persian Gulf, North Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean. ' -J • 1% A proud 45-year Navy and MSC career—Including a key role in the Persian Gulf conflict— comes to an end as the USNS Passumpslc is scheduled for deactivation. Since 1973, numerous SIU Government Services Division members have served aboard the USNS Passumpsic, one of the first civilian-crewed Navy fleet oilers. Always popular among Seafar­ ers, the Passumpsic is being deac­ tivated after a distinguished career during which she played a role in every major national conflict the United States has been involved in since World War n. A Mispillion-class oiler, the Passumpsic was built in Permsylvania and commissioned in 1946. Then a U.S. Navy vessel, the "Pumpin P" as she was affection-, ately called by her crew won nine battle stars during the Korean con­ flict. During the Vietnam War, the Passumpsic met all scheduled commitments by unrepping 47 million gallons of fuel to 367 shipis. In July 1973, the USS Passumpsic was decommissioned to become the USNS Passumpsic. Operating out of Subic Bay in the PWlippines, the ship's perfor­ mance proved a small group of well-trained civilian personnel could operate a fleet auxiliary at production levels equalling or sur­ passing those of her military coun­ terparts. The Passumpsic, which eamed a plethora of Navy commenda­ tions, played a key role in the Persian Gulf conflict. After leaving that area, the ship sailed to Bangladesh to help that nation re­ cover from a cyclone which claimed the lives of more than 100,000 people. ITie vessel later rescued a drift­ ing Burmese trading boat, then helped evacuate Air Force depen­ dents after the eruption of Mt. Pinatubo. But the nearly 800 tons of volcanic ash which landed on the ship destroyed the Passumpsic's underway replenish­ ment gear, leading to the deactiva­ tion. The deactivation process is scheduled to be completed by the end of September, when the Passumpsic will be tumed over to the U.S. Maritime Administration. "•i.: �SEAFARERS LOG 10 .• • -' S;S :^=iS ,, , • -sS -sr Applications now are being ac­ cepted for the 1992 Seafarers scholarship program which will award seven grants to three SIU members and four dependents. The announcement of the 1992 scholarship program was made by the board of trustees of the Seafar­ ers Welfare Plan, the sponsor of the program, which is designed to en­ courage members and their fami­ lies to seek higher education opportunities. All Seafarers and their spouses and children who plan to attend college are encouraged to prepare to apply for a scholarship. The deadline for submission of all re­ quired paperwork for the 1992 scholarship program is April 15, 1992. Nearly 40 years ago, the Seafar­ ers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters Dis­ trict became the first maritime union in Ahierica—and one of the first trade unions in general—to establish a scholarship program to help qualified members and their dependents finance college and vo­ cational education. Since the inception of the pro­ gram, an impartial committee of professional educators from col­ leges and universities has awarded 214 scholarships to Seafarers and their spouses and dependent chil­ dren. Every year, three scholarships are reserved for SIU members. One is a $15,000 four-year college scholarship. Each of the others is a $6,000 two-year scholarship for study at a vocational school or community college. Four scholar­ ships in the amount of $15,000 each are awarded annually to the spouses and dependent children of Seafarers. Applicants should indi­ cate whether they are applying for a two-year or four-year scholar­ ship. The $15,000 college scholar­ ships will be paid at the rate of $3,750 per year over a four-year period. The $6,000 awards are paid at the rate of $3,000 per year. For most scholarship winners, receiving the cash grant can greatly ease the financial burden associ­ ated with attending college. And many former scholarship win­ ners—among them doctors, law­ yers, engineers, pharmacists, librarians, teachers, computer spe­ cialists and scientists—would never have had the opportunity to pursue their educational interests without the SlU's help. While the program is open to all eligible Seafarers and their depen­ dents, there is one catch: One must apply in order to be considered for the award. Seafarer Requirements Seafarers who are applying for scholarships must: • Be a graduate of high school or its equivalent. • Have credit for a total of 730 days of employment with an employer who is obligated to make contributions to the Sea­ farers Welfare Plan on the employer's behalf prior to the date of application. • Have one day of employment on a vessel in the six-month period immediately preceding the date Seafarer or SIU pensioner. Unmarried Children—^All immarried children of an eligible Sea­ farer or pensioner (for whom the Seafarer or pensioner has been the sole source of support during the calendar year immediately preced­ ing the date in which a scholarship is made) must: • Be a graduate of high school or its equivalent (although the ap­ plication may be made during the senior year of high school). Apply Now For 1992 e Scholarship Program • Be under the age of 19. or • Be under the age of 25 and a full-time student enrolled in a program leading to a baccalau­ reate or higher degree at an ac­ credited institution authorized by law to grant such degrees. • Be the child of a seafaring par­ ent who has credit for a total of 1,095 days of covered employ­ ment with an employer who is obligated to make contributions to the Seafarers Welfare Plan on the Seafarer's behalf prior to the date of application. Start Collecting Paperwork Now All required paperwork must be submitted by the April 15 deadline. Interested Seafarers and dependents must consider that it will take some time to gather all the necessary paperwork. For example: • Transcripts and Certificates of Graduation—Schools can be very slow in handling transcript requests. Request copies of transcripts early. • ACT and SAT Test Scores—Take whichever exam is required by the college or trade school being applied to. These exams are given approximately six times a year on specified dates. • Obtaining GEO Scores—Check with the Department of Education in the state where the GED exam was taken. • Letters of Recommendation—Request letters from individuals who have knowledge of applicant's character, personality and career goals. of application. receive scholarship awards.) Have 120 days of employment on a vessel in the previous cal­ endar year. (Pensioners are not eligible to Dependent Requirements Each applicant for a dependent's scholarship must be: Spouse—Married to an eligible APPLICANTS MUST HAVE SUBMISSION IN BY APRIL 15 The scholarship program instruction booklet comes with the necessary forms. It is available at any union hall or by filling out and mailing this form. Send it to: Scholarship Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. P • lease send me the 1992 SIU Scholarship Program booklet which \ contains eligibility information, procedures for applying and the « application form. . J Name I Book Number, Address City, State, Zip Code Telephone Number _ This application is for: (self) (dependent) 9/91 • Be the child of a seafaring par­ ent who has one day of employ­ ment in the six-month period preceding the date of applica­ tion and 120 days of employ­ ment in the previous calendar year (unless eligible parent is deceased). It should be noted that depen­ dent children recipients who marry while receiving a scholarship shall not lose their award by reason of such marriage. SAT or ACT Required The scholarship grants primar­ ily are awarded on the basis of high school grades and the scores of either College Entrance Exami­ nation Boards (SAT) or American College Tests (ACT). The SAT or ACT exam must be taken no later than February 1992 to ensure that the results reach the Scholarship Selection Committee in time to be evaluated. For upcoming SAT test dates and applications, contact the Col­ lege Entrance Examination Board at either: Box 592, Princeton, N.J. 08540 or Box 1025, Berkeley, Calif. 94701, whichever is closest to the applicant's mailing address. For upcoming ACT test dates and applications, contact: ACT Registration Union, P.O. Box 414, Iowa City, Iowa 52243. Other data will be required to be sent along with each completed ap­ plication such as transcripts of grades, certificates of graduation, letters of recommendation and col­ lege entrance examination results. These all are spelled out in the Scholarship Program booklet, available in each SIU hall or by contacting the Seafarers Welfare* Plan at the union's headquarters. Notification Scholarship winners will be an­ nounced in May 1992. At that time the judges also will designate two alternates who will be eligible for the awards in the event that any of the persons selected are unable to •I " i �SEPTEMBER 799/ 77 • J art Benefits Conferences Move to New Orleans, Honolulu Seafarers, SIU pensioners and family members last month contin­ ued learning about their medical plans during benefits conferences in Seattle and Baltimore. The con­ ferences, which this month move to New Orleans and Honolulu, are designed to provide a full review ^ of benefits available through the Seafarers various plans. The ses­ sions explain how Seafarers bene­ fits work and how to get everything to which one is entitled. The conferences began in May and conclude in early December. They are open to all Seafarers, SIU pensioners and family members. The gatherings coincide with the union's monthly membership meetings. The conferences consistently have been well-attended, and members have voiced approval for the program. From port to port, members, pensioners and family members noted the sessions are quite informative and worthwhile. The most recent conferences took place in Baltimore (August 8) and Seattle (July 26). "I'd say it was very enlighten­ ing," said retired QMED John McLaughlin, who attended the Baltimore session. "This really helps us keep up with things." AB Will Carney expressed ap­ preciation for both the Baltimore benefits conference and the union's affiliation with preferred provider Johns Hopkins Center for Occupational and Environmental Health. Representatives from Chief Cook Lor! Fend (right) confers with Seattle Port Agent Johns Hopkins were on hand be­ Bob Hall during the July 26 benefits conference. fore and during the benefits ses­ sion, providing important medical screenings, distributing valuable information packets and also an­ swering members' questions. "The idea that the SIU can get affiliated with a world-renowned hospital like Johns Hopkins is a major step forward for our mem­ bership," Carney said. "Plus the PPG system simplifies hospital paperwork, which is a great idea. "The conference itself lets peo­ ple know exactly how to take ad­ vantage of our benefits. It's very infonnative, and it helps keep us up to date on any changes." Retired QMED Laureano Perez al.so was enthusiastic about the conference in Baltimore. "It's definitely worth it to come down and listen," said Perez. Recertified Bosuns John Lundborg (left) and Dana Cella share observations during a break in the Seattle workshop. ? •• t- Five More Benefits Talks Scheduled In 1991 Contact the union halls listed below for exact times of each session. New Orleans Tuesday, September 10 Honolulu Friday, September 13 Jacksonville Thursday, October 10 San Juan Thursday, November 7 Algonac Friday, December 6 Pensioner Pat Fox (center) and Bosun James . Chief Steward Richard Geiling (left) and Pensioner James Miller look over the Colson (right) meet with West Coast Vice Presi- many different handouts provided at the Seattle benefits conference. Members, dent George McCartney. pensioners and family members packed the Seattle hall July 26. y • •. V �saanmsm 12 'A-Plus* Galley Gang Treats Willamette Crewmembers Right The crew of the OMI Willam­ ette is enjoying the fine food pre­ pared by the "A-plus" galley gang headed by Chief Steward Robert Scott. The Mobile, Ala. native re­ cently sent photographs from the tanker to the Seafarers LOG. He praised his hard-working crew of Chief Cook Aiidry Fleming and GSU Welmer Jack. "I've been very lucky to have this A-plus team," Scott wrote. "I must say in all the years I've been Crewmembers fill their plates at the Willamette salad bar. Chief Cook Audry Fleming and Chief Steward Robert Scott prepare a catfish dinner. GSU Welmer Jack restocks fruit in the ship's galley. in the steward department, these are some of the best men in the union. "These guys really went out of their way to provide extra things like barbecues and special melius They took the initiative to get the job done," the steward added. Scott, a 1989 graduate of the recertified steward program at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, is particularly proud of his salad bars. With the galley gang, he prepares a variety of salads as well as hot and cold dishes for the crewmembers. He plans his menus so members who might have problems with choles­ terol or sodium levels will not have to worry when they sit down to eat. Sinking Ship's Captain Leaves Before Passengers Continued from page 3 h when asked to comment on the captain's behavior by a Baltimore Sun reporter, said, "There's no excuse; it's cowardice of the first order." Braynard, a well-known maritime historian, added, "It's very much an accepted tradition that the captain is responsible for the lives of everyone on board." A U.S. Coast Guard spokesman told the Seafarers LOG while there is no law or treaty stating a captain must go down with his ship, he is expected to look after the safety of his passengers and crew. The spokesman noted cruise vessels— through international laws and treaties—must provide lifeboat boat drills for their crews and passengers, inform passengers what to do in an emergency and where to locate emergency gear and post a watch bill notifying crewmembers of their stations in case of a problem. Passengers were incredulous that Avranas abandoned his ship be­ fore making sure those aboard were rescued. One survivor said, "We were so angry with the ship's captain we wanted to stone him." Avranas answered his critics dur­ ing an ABC-TV interview, "I don't care what these people say about me. I am separated from my fam­ ily, who were rescued by one of the other ships, and I have lost my own ship. What more can they want?" The master tried to defend him­ self when he added, "When I order 'abandon ship,' it doesn't matter what time I leave. Abandon is for everybody. If some people like to stay, they can stay." Crewmembers Leave First One passenger remembered crewmembers seizing a motorized lifeboat in the early morning hours and leaving. Other survivors re­ ported that of the first 16 people rescued by helicopter, 11 were ship's officers, including Captain Avranas and the safety officer. Approximately 160^, passengers were gathered on the listing deck awaiting rescue when the chop­ pers arrived. Survivors praised the work of the ship's entertainment crew for coordinating therescue. "We had to take over the ship," said Terry Lester, a comedian booked aboard the Oceanos. "If it hadn't been for the entertainers, a lot of people would have drowned." Robin Boltman, a magician, was the last person lifted from the deck, only 90 minutes before the ship went under. No Alarms Once ashore, the survivors said no warnings or alarms were given to alert the passengers about the accident, which occurred in the Indian Ocean in an area called the Wild Coast less than 2 miles from the South African coastal village of Coffee Bay. The first sign of trouble for many aboard came when the engineroom crew ran up the gangway in life jackets. The cause of the accident still is unknown. The Oceanos was sailing from East London, South Africa to Durban, South Africa when it ran into gale-force winds and rough seas. Speculation has centered on a broken piston cre­ ating a hole in the hull. The ship issued a distress call around dusk Subway Terror; RcAibeiy Team Stalks A-Train, No.1 Line Chief Cook Audry Fleming cooks up some mouth-watering bart)ecue. mmm Bosun Clarence Pryor gets ready for dinner aboard the tanker. The August 6 edition of New York Newsday captured the public's thoughts on the Oceanos' captain's early departure from the sinking ship. on August 3. It sank 14 hours later. Both Greece and South Africa were holding inquiries into the disaster as the Seafarers LOG went to press. The Oceanos was the third loss for the Greek company that op­ erated the ship. Epirotiki Lines lost its flagship, the Pegasus, in June when it was scuttled at a dock in Venice following an ex­ plosion and fire. The Jupiter sank three years ^o after a collision with an Italian freighter in the harbor of Piraeus, Greece. Two lives were lost in that accident. When ashore, be sure to attend the monthly membership meetings. See page 16 for meeting dates and times. The salad bar not only tastes good, it is decorated with a patriotic centerpiece. ATTENTION SEAFARERS Any seaman bound for Diego Garcia or heading to an MSG ship must carry his or her MSG physical papenivork. �isfsa^smm SinCMBER m 13 Non-StopWork Keeps MV Virginia Sands Humming ''WiW§" The casual observer might think a fisherman's work ends when the day's catch is unloaded. But the five SIU members who crew the Virginia Sands, from the port of New Bedford, Mass., know differently. Captain Carlos Camarao, engineer Carlos Cova and deckhands Antonio Cravo, Luis da Silva and Antonio Mocb put forth much of their efforts after the boat is tied up. These efforts help the Virginia Sands flourish as a highly produc­ tive boat in one of the United States' most fruitful fishing fleets. Camarao and crewmembers re­ cently demonstrated some of their post-catch chores to a reporter from the Seafarers LOG. Nets in­ variably need mending, the corkline requires repairs arid the engine demands maintenance. After returning from a voyage which netted the Sands some 25,000 pounds of fish (including cod, flounder, sole and other flat­ fish), the crew began the process anew, preparing the boat for its next trip. In fact, constant mainte­ nance is a key to success in this industry, since all of the equipment is severely strained by conditions at sea. The net on these "draggers," as boats like the Virginia Sands are aptly named, trails behind the ves­ sel. The catch is hauled aboard with help from giant winches which' give these boats a distinctive look. Naturally such strain leads to torn nets and broken chain links in the cork line after eveiy voyage. Here again, the key word is main­ tenance. The Virginia Sands is one of the many fishing vessels in New Bed­ ford under contract with the SIU. Engineer Carlos Cova makes some repairs for the next voyage. Crewmember Antonio J. Cravo re­ pairs the net's work line. "<• -x: • • « • •: •'' • » • '.',.1'f';" , • .I •mm-> Virginia Sands' deckhand Luis da Silva makes repairs to the net, a never-ending process. SIU Patrolman Eugenio De Sousa discusses union matters with Sands' Captain Carlos Camarao. Deckhand Antonio J. Moco repairs links in the "sweep" aboard the dragger. ITB Mobile Seafarers Work Through Ice Storm They have long since warmed up, but members aboard the SIUcrewed ITB Mobile got a frosty surprise last February while sailing from St. Croix to New York. The ship sailed through an ice storm which left the vessel thoroughly coated but undamaged. "No one could go on deck because of the conditions," AB Jose A. Fellciano reported. "The tug and barge were frozen with tons of ice, but we got rid of it and started Unloading cargo." Trie ITB Mobile then headed for Port Reading, N.J. where the remain­ ing cargo was unloaded. The accompanying photos, sent to the Seafarers LOG by Feliciano, were taken by ABs Don Donovan, Joe Miller and Feliciano and Third Mate Tom Burges. .- v.,:'-'' • Third Mate Tom Burges chips away ice from rails. W-' "i-V • T''"' '••/J.' . J' AB Joe Miller breaks ice to untie reducer for manifolds. AB Jose Feliciano takes a swing on the boom to free it of ice buildup. AB Feliciano on second level of tug stern during high-water storm. Bosun Fred Jensen helps feed the freezing lines around the winch. �I3iy=l = • ,,::Ay,.:r: a.i' , A < '•A, •: ..^\V A;, :Kv'•c:;:: v!f , A::-; I -" _---. • I. !.V • . I » • ' -"/.->1-1'A.. "^^'V P'h I -r^A :,. •v3^-?>:A •Av>^.av^s,,A 15 • •-:•: .•r-.-'H' Industryf Labor Attend Dedication of Hall Center "''v"-';.K^:- i' •. 'i\''V'7.' f, "• . SfPIBNSfff 1991 SEIMfffffS LOG 14 Herbert Brand, chairman, Ran Hettena, president, MariTransportation institute. time Overseas Corp. ' •• ' Robert 8. McMilien (left), president and CEO, TOTE, and Jim Carey II, group vice president, liner services, Crowley Maritime, . > .J- J . , . Hundreds of representatives of the maritime industry—^from both management and labor, as well as Seafarers—active and retired, attended the dedication ceremony of the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. Pictured here are many of those who came to the event, which was held on the anniversary of the birth of the late SIUNA president. Story on page 3. vV'-.'s-t'1.' .'L,: .I't ' ..".•v.-'-'.".- ;•• From the left: Jim McGee, Houston port agent; Dave Heindel, assistant vice president, SlU; and Guy Pulliam, operations manager, SeahawK Management. '• y . .. ' ''4't /'l -•• •;_,&•, A J', -•M '•. '• i-i. ft'.' • .f p.?-'.:v:.i • • -3 . . - Piney Point trainees from class numbers 478-484. •;y I. -i ,t . ''.V v:''«;' • '"• ••'''• t K " i' 1 Howard Schulman, former gen- William F. Zenga, vice presieral counsel, SlU dent, MTD. Bonnie Jalufka, personnel Robert Wellner, president, administrator. Ocean Car- International Marine Carriers. riers. Thomas Keenan, vice president. International Marine Carriers. Gene Rose, president. Bay H. R. Giennon Jr., presiTankers. dent, Sea Mobility Inc. Kevin McMonagie (left), supervisor, marine perEd Pulver, vice president, sonnel, Maersk Lines, and James G. Hannan, SIUNA. crowing manager, Sea-Lift. •V' Ed Mooney, retired assistant secretary-treasurer, SlU. Raymond T. McKay, president. District 2 MEBA. r, Max Siegel Hall, representing the Hail family. :; C.J. Bracco, vice president. Bay Tankers. Daniel P. Kirby (left), president. Pacific Gulf Marine; Joe Perez (center), New Orleans port agent; Capt. Pete Johnson, CEO, Pacific Gulf Marine. Michael Swayne, manager, industrial relations, Transoceanic. Lindsey Williams, retired vice president, SlU. From the left: Walter E. Price, manager, marine personnel/payroll. Transoceanic Cable Ship Co.; George McCartney, vice president west coast, SlU; Richard F. Evans, manager, vessel operations, Puerto Rico Marine; H. "Whitey" Disley, president, MFOW; and Gunnar Lundeberg, president, SUP. Pt.' • "/J • vv - iH id.. I John Dwyer, retired SlU Michael Sacco, president of the SlU, arid Rose Siegel Hall, widow of Paul Hall. 913.. '- r-;i Capt James Hopkins, Edmund E. Davis (left), vice president, labor secretary-treasurer, relations, Sea-Land, and Mike DiPrisco, Masters, Mates & Pilots, director, labor relations, Crowley. Capt. Robert Johnston (left), vice president. Maritime Overseas, and Pat Postiglione, manager, labor relations, Maritime Overseas. William Drew, retired SIU member. Scotty Aubusson, retired SlU port agent. From the left: Kendall Chen, vice president, ETC; Angus "Red" Campbell, vice president collective bargaining, SlU; Gordon M. Ward, chairman, licensed division. District 1—MEBA/ ....... I A. .'IA , r w'" * 1 ^ '7••• ' Margo Hall O'Kane, Paul Hall's daughter, and her husband, Raymond. Jack Goldstein, president, OMI Corp. Brent Stienecker (left), group vice president, contract transpbrr tation services, Crowley Maritime, and Jack Caffey, vice president Atlantic coast, SlU. Capt. Joseph B. Cecire, executive vice president. Seahawk Management. Joe Huber, UiW assistant vice president (left) and Bill Dobbins, UIW vice president. Johnny Johnston, retired SlU member. • . • • '• • • '. 7-' i. :p,. t • Cal James (left) and Roland "Snake" Williams, SlU bosuns. \.'i w: ", >• ,; • •'y.--.. Bill Penneila, senior VP,human resources and labor relations, Crowley. ' • >, 'i: I.. ; '"'P' '' ii ' •' . 'y''' pPp'".*^:-- ' • v'.k ,L •>.\ .: •: , •'P>. '• .; ' �'.:'• -..i. • ~-^' i BS^Waw '-.' "v;i. SaFMEKS toe Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea iOtilober S Nonaiber JULY 16-AUGUST 15, 1991 ^etiags; Deep ^f takes, Inlani Waters ^'•1 Hney Point Monday, October 7 Monday, November 4 Pfew York Tuesday. October 8 Tuesday, November^ Philadelphia Wednesday, Octobw Wednesday, November^ Baltimore Thursday, October 10 Thursday, November 7 Him •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip Reliefs ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT •, I' -J' o?--' Norfolk Thursday, wtober 10 Thursday, November T Jackstmvlile ThuiRday, October 10 Thursday, November 7 Algonac Friday, October 11 Friday, November 8 Houston 1^^ 14 Tuesday, November iTS New Orleans Tuesday, October 15 Tu November 12 Mobile Wednesday, Gtetober l^^ Wednesday, November 13 San Francisco Thursday, October 17 Thursday, November 14 Wilniington Monday, October 21 Monday, November 18 3- i Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orlra Jacksonvilli San Francis I Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Seattle Friday, October 25 Friday, November 22 Sanjuan T^ October 10 ^ FJ? 1 Thursday, November 7 :;: ~I ft St. Louis Friday, October 18 • Friday, Noveniber 15 •MiSBlifvi-y':.HonoliUn, Friday, October 18 '; Friday, bldvember 15 Duluth Wednesday, October 16 Wednesday, November IT Jersey City W^ednesday, October 23 I Wednesday, November 20 New Bedford Tuesday, October 22 Tuesday, November 19F Hk3§Mh NOTICE The following members should contact the port of Jacksonville concerning checks being held in the hall. Benaia Berberena William Cachola Jose Berdiel Tibby Clotter Wilson Garcia William Marino Raul Rivera Jose Ross Efrain Sierra Edwin Semprit Personals CHUCK CURLEY Please get in touch with your mother at 533 Hannibal St., Vir­ ginia Beach, Va. 23452. 2 1 3 11 11 0 3 8 2 0 7 4 2 14 3 10 0 25 22 4 2 0 24 M-m' W" 14 86 cattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Algonac Totals Port New York Phlladtejiphia Baltimore , Noifdlk Mobile New Orleans 35 6 6 ••m-: . : 4 ENTRY DEPARTMENT liii' • • J,' '".j Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu ^jHpuston St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals Totals AU Departments 635 627 695 471 432 486 154 944 612 748 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. A total ot 1,543 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,543 jobs shipped, 471 jobs or about 31 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. From July 16 to August 15, a total of 154 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 14,550 jol^ have been shipped. ® "il; �m ' '^' •" ' -y-^"J' " ' ^—' •. ^^"^""" Mi 17 j-' i"' ^ UMI L I Uiiji . I uiLL^ L.i umii a •nutfu as possible. On occasion, because of space iimitations, some vfiii be omitted. Ships minute are reviemd by the union's contract d^rtment TTiose issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union SEA-LAND FREEDOM (Sea-Uaid Service), April 30 — Chairman William Jones, Secret^ S. Call, Deck Delegate P. Bean, Engine Delegate L. Papa, Steward Delegate B. Peoples. Treasurer reported $134 in ship's fund Engine del­ egate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. L4#fE(AMSEA), May 7 — Chairman Kevin Merckx, Secretary Thomas Wybo, Deck Delegate Dave Waxman, Steward Delegate Judi Chester. Chair­ man urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. He said ship was not receiving any mail or issues of Seafarers LOG. Treasurer reported $50 in movie fund. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. SEA-LAND INTEGRITYiSea-Lmd Service), May 26 — Chairman Do­ mingo Leon, Secretary Pedro Laboy, Engine Delegate Todd Smith. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for good work and noted smooth, safe trip. Crewmembers bid fond farewell to retiring Brother Jo­ seph Bidzilya, who shipped in the deck department. AMERICAN CORMORANT(Pacmc Gulf Marine), June 2 — Chairman Ver­ non W. Huelett, Secretary Walter S. Harris, Engine Delegate William P. Behan, Steward Delegate Dante Slack. Treasurer reported $100 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew received information about benefits con­ ferences. Crew discussed ship's cleanli­ ness and cooperation among members. CAPE BON (lOM), June 23 — Chair­ man Albert J. Sacco, Secretary Waymond H. Watson III, Educational Director Frank Tymczyszyn, Deck Del­ egate M.M. Moore Jr., Engine Delegate Robert Duncan, Steward Delegate J. McCree Jr. Cape Bon was on third voy­ age since coming out of dry dock. Chair­ man said union should be informed about high turnover in deck department. Also raised issue of getting replace­ ments. He noted long wait for captain to provide list of discharged crewmembers. Secretary noted it took war to get govem- Indy Comes to Portland ment to realize importance of merchant marine. He and educational director urged members to upgrade. Deck and en­ gine delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by stew­ ard delegate. Steward ordered new mat­ tresses. One washer and one dryer need repair. Crew asked for clarifications from contracts department .on draw, room search and restriction-to-ship pro­ cedures. CAPE CARTHAGE (AMSEA), June 30 — Chairman Abdula A. Moshin, Secretary Roily Saguisin, Educational Director Steven Johnson, Deck Dele­ gate Richard Hllbert, Engine Delegate David Lantz, Steward Delegate Harry Celkos. Chairman announced approxi­ mate payoff date. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Concord, Calif. HUMACAO (Puerto Rico Marine), June 12 — Chairman Lancelot Rodrigues, Secretary Cassle B. Carter Jr,, Steward Delegate M. Rubles. Chairman an­ nounced payoff site. Secretary reminded crew to separate all plastic from other trash, as plastic caimot be thrown over­ board. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported problems with air condi­ tioning and running water. Crew wants to get combination lock put on rec room door to keep stevedores out. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. ILE DE FRANCE (Sea-Land Service), June 2 — Chairman John Green, Secre­ tary M. McDermott, Educational Direc­ tor E. Bain, Deck Delegate T. Kllhrlde, Engine £>elegate D. Demarco, Steward Delegate R. Halrston. Chairman re­ ported captain submitted all fimd and noted company is not provid­ ing movies. Deck delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by en­ gine or steward delegates. Crew said menu had remained unchanged for some time. Crew needs new TV antenna. ITS BALTIMORE (Sheridan Transpor­ tation), June 30 — Chairman J.S. Rog­ ers, Secretary Robert Outlaw, Educational Director P. Honeycutt. Chairman armounced payoff, noted good trip. Treasurer reported $180 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. kC ' (• . ' ITB NEW YORK (Sheridan Transporta­ tion), June 2 — Chairman Art Harring­ ton, Secretary Dan Brown, Educational Director Dee Walker. Chairman noted ship received Seafarers LOG, patrolman boarding at payoff. Secretary said crew list is posted. Educational director ad­ vised members to attend benefits confer­ ences and utilize facilities at Piney Point. Treasurer reported $27 in movie fimd. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew extended specif vote of thanks to Chief Cook Ed Lewis for continuous excellent woik. Crew also thanked pumpman Dee Brown for repairing broken sinks and thanked deck department for hard work. All Questions Answered Aboard American Heritage CAPE CLEAR (OMl Corp.), June 24 — Chairman L. Jones, Secretary N. Evans, Educational Director BJ. Bsdl, Deck Delegate E. Schaflauser, Engine Dele­ gate R.L. Rodger, Steward Delegate J.S. Mendoza. Chairman discussed rules and regulations with new union mem­ bers. He stressed importance of SPAD. He announced upcoming payoff. Trea­ surer reported $328 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for wonderful food and pleasant trip. Next port: Beaumont, Texas. CAPEDUCATO (lOM), June 23 — Chairman A. Trikoclou, Secretary F. Bishop, Educational Director Kenneth Hart, Deck Delegate John Adams, En­ gine Delegate Fred StOver, Steward Del­ egate Mohammed Elalikhider. Chairman thanked deck department for safe trip. He discussed proper procedures for forklift operation. Educational direc­ tor urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $180 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. New dryer is needed and on order. Repair list was posted. Crew thanked steward department for good work. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed broth­ ers and sisters: CAPE HENRY (IMC), June 16 — Chairman William E. Hampson, Secre­ tary R. Thomas, Educational Director Virgil Bolton, Deck Delegate M.R. Hollis. Steward Delegate Gordon Wheeler. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Stew­ ard delegate requested welfare plan look into giving all retirees a pension increase. GOLDEN ENDEAVOR (Americsm Maritime Transport), June 23 — Chair­ man Luke Wells, Secretary Oscar John­ son, Educational Director Alton Hickman, Deck Delegate Mark W. Carpenter, Engine Delegate Ron Lukacs, Steward Delegate Donald J. Meder. Chairman announced upcoming payoff. Educational director noted im­ portance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. No b^fs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew was asked to conserve water. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. Brian Francis Gilligan, engine storekeeper on the Indepen­ dence, poses in front of the drydocked ship in Portland, Ore. at union hall. Educational director re­ minded members to wear hard hats dur­ ing fire and boat drills. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reviewed June issue of Seafarers LOG and dis­ cussed how SlU members should be proud of role in Operation Desert Storm. Crew thanked steward department for fine job. Next port: Elizateth, N.J. GUA YAMA (Puerto Rico Marine), June 17 — Chairman G. Richard Kidd, Sec­ retary Jonny Cruz, Educational Director G.T. Payne, Deck Delegate Joe Korchak, Engine Delegate Ramon Collazo. Steward Delegate Teddie Quammine. Chairman said everything running smoothly. He announced upcoming pay­ off. Secretary gave information about benefits conferences. He urged members who could not attend to get information Bosun Clyde Smith (left) reviews the Patrolman's Report with Port Agent Angel Hernandez (right) during a recent payoff aboard the American Heritage. With them are DEL) Luis Morales and and GSTU Alonzo Belcher. crewmembers for commendations for valiant efforts in putting out shipboard fire as ship departed Portsmouth, Va. Secretary noted bosun retiring after this voyage, crew wishes him long and happy retirement and hopes he wins lot­ tery. Educational director urged meml)ers to stay in touch with union afiiairs by reading Seafarers LOG. He said SPAD spells jobs. Deck delegate re­ ported dispute regarding time off. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Ice cream freezers were running too cold, and toaster was on fiitz. Next port: Boston. ILE DE FRANCE (Sea-Land Service), June 30 — Chairman Allan A. Rogers, Secretary M. McDermott, Educational Director E. Bain, Deck Delegate A. Barnett. Engine Delegate Dan DImarco, Steward Delegate W. Muniz. Chairman discussed patrolman's comments con­ cerning day off on weekend in port. He announced upcoming arrival and payoff dates. Educational director hammer^ home importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School and SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked company to make sailing board more ac­ curate. Crew lounge chairs are in bad shape, replacements are on order. Next port: Boston. INDIAN OCEAN (IMC), June 30 — Chairman Thomas F. Dowdell, Secre­ tary F. Winkler, Educational Director R. McDonald, Engine Delegate Jerome Smith, Steward Delegate G. Lackey. Chairman announced upcoming payoff. Educational director told members ship is going to Piney Point, so members should apply for any classes they wish to attend. Treasurer reported $122 in ship's Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Staten Island, N.Y. ITB PHILADELPHIA (Sheridan Trans­ portation), June 6 — Chairman Vagn T. Nielsen, Secretary W. Manuel Jr., Edu­ cational Director Alvin Markowitz, Deck Delegate Hans Gottschlich. Chair­ man reported vessel going to shipyard in August. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Next port: New York. ITB PHILADELPHIA (Sheridan Trans-, portation), June 30 — Chairman Vagn T. Nielsen, Secretary J.F. Emidy, Edu­ cational Director M. Kovach, Deck Del­ egate Hans Gottschlich, Engine Delegate Steve HofTman, Steward Dele­ gate Alexander Banki HI. Chairman re­ ported everything running smoothly. Educational director encouraged upgrad­ ing at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for excellent meals and fine service. Steward expressed ap­ preciation for fact everyone is helping keep ship clean and orderly. Next port: New Yoric. f •. •u- LAKE (AMSEA), June 2 — Chairman Kevin Merckx, Secretary Thomas Wybo, Deck Delegate D. Waxman, Steward Delegate Judi Chester. Deck, engine and steward delegates reported disputed OT. Crew wants larger food portions. Bosun thanked steward depart­ ment for improved food and cleaner house. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. LIBERTY STAB (Liberty Maritime), June 12—Chairman Robert Saylors, Secretary Mari Shorek, Educational Di- -1, • • • - »% i- . Continued on page 22 rf; �m SEAFARERS LOG Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes CU-Company/Lakes L—Lakes NP—Non Priority JULY 16-AUG. 15, 1951 »TOTAL REGISTERED TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Ail Groups All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP Pttrt DECK DEPARTMENT Port ENGINE DEPARTMENT - .> .m - " -. • O ' / - O . .'. U'f STEWARD DEPARTMENT Port ENTRY DEPARTMENT a u A u Totals All Departments 0 63 6 0 10 0 0 93 17 *"TotaI Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Dlepatchere' Report for inland Waters JULY l^AUGUST 15, 1991 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Norfolk Mobile New Orleans 0 0 14 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 O © u d A V Seattle Puerto Rico Houston ^gonai St. Louis .»£io£il^Din£ Totals 0 0 2 0 0 60 0 3 0 0 97 0 0 0 yf: 4 0 2 0 2 0 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Norfolk' Mobile New Orleans It Seattle Puerto Rico Houston !iAlgCHiac St, Louis J.':' 0 0 0 0 0 0 J 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 •; 0 0 R/io' ya' o'M 10 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 P' 0 2 1 0 0 0 16 0 0 0 0 A "y •. •.'/y-.v': • ssOiiiaiags Totals President; Michael Sacco Secretary-Treasurer John Fay Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco Vice President Collective Bargaining Angus "Red" Campbell : Vice President West Coast George McCartney Vice President Government Services Roy A. "Buck" Mercer Vice Resident Atlantic Coast Jack Caffey Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Byron Kelley Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Corgey V ' HEADQUARTERS i 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (30I)89SM)675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. ' Algonac, MI 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore SL '••yyfil Baltimore, MD 21202 (301)327-4900 IHJLUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU py606;Kalihi'Street:v;;ay Honolulu, HI 96819 ? 008)845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jiacksonville, FL 32206 (904)353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201) 435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 y (205)478-0916 NEW BEDFORD , 50 Union St. New Bedford. MA 02740 (508)997-5404 ,f NEW ORLEANS fr 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504)529-7546 •y- . NEW YORK • 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232" (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215)336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75 Piney Point, MD 20674 (301)994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 |®yetift»ent Services Divisiohy (415) 861-3400 y , . -E . -"'a' "ySANTURGE, , 1057 Fernandez JunCos St. t Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809) 721-4033 " SEATTLE 2505 First Ave; Seattle. WA 98121 (206)4414960 y,,y:y;yyST.^LOUIsia-,,y 4581 Gravois Ave. ' St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213) 549-4000 BIIRy-^' Port i• • 0 Oy/ Seafmm lafmatimil 0 1 32 16 4 Totals All Departments 45 11 8 7 0 6 216 192 39 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. . -• isSl - • •• >-II ..5, • 'K '•': ...r-,;' ./ay a- �•'f.' '•• T iii(ii^i:irj.?ti ' ; .IrA' '• SCFmBERm • %m': :)•••• i" T he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirenient of 23 members this month. Sixteen of those signing off sailed in the deep sea division, while seven sailed in the inland division. Deck department member Joseph Touart has been a member longer than any of the others who are retir­ ing. Brother Touart joined the Sea­ farers in 1943. At 76, he also is the oldest of the new pensioneris. Brief biographical sketches of Touart and the other new pensioners follow: -- . DEEP SEA SOFRONIOL. AMPER, 66, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1969 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. A native of the Philippine Is­ lands, he sailed in the steward department and in 1985 upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Brother Amper served in the Navy from 1946 to 1951. He has retired to California. rr. •• -"r.- ' LUIS BONAFONT, 50, joined the SIU in 1963 in the port of New York. Bom in Puerto Rico, he shipped in the deck department and in 1987 upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Brother Bonafont resides in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico. CHARLES A. BORTZ, 66, joined the union in 1952 in the port of Balti­ more. The Allentown, Pa. native sailed in the deck department. Brother Bortz also served in the Army from 1943 to 1945. He lives in Hellertown, Pa. JACKSON FONG, 66, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1953 in the port of his native New York. Brother Pong sailed as a mem­ ber of the galley gang. He still calls New York home. \ I:: F B'K jsfif-' 4f 5».* - CLAUDE H. GILLIAM, 65, joined the SIU in 1951 in the port of Baltimore. Bom in Tennes­ see, he shipped in the steward de­ partment. Brother Gilliam served in the Army from 1944 until 1947. He has retired to Waveland, Miss. JOSEPH L. GRAY, 65, joined the SIU in 1968 in the port of New York. A native of Philadel­ phia, he sailed in the galley gang and upgraded often at the Lundeberg School. Brother Gray served in the Navy from 1943 to 1945. He resides in East Elmhurst, N.Y. •M; To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a bri^biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. EDDIE L. JACKSON, 57, joined the union in 1965 in his hometown of Mo­ bile, Ala. He shipped in the steward depart­ ment. Brother Jackson served in the Army from 1951 to 1955. He lives in Houston. FRANKIE KITTCHNER, 65, joined the SIU in 1952 in the port of New York, Bom in New Orleans, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Kittchner served in the Navy from 1944 until 1946. He resides in CarroUton, Ga. PORFIRIO MALDONADO, 63, joined the Seafarers in 1953 in the port of New Orleans. A native of Texas, he shipped in the engine department. Brother Maldonado served in the Army from 1950 to 1952. He has retired to Gal­ veston, Texas. NICK PALOUMBIS, 65, joined the union in 1968 in the port of New York. He sailed in the black-gang and upgraded fre­ quently at the Lundeberg School. Brother Paloumbis lives in his native Greece. NORMAN PIVA, 63, joined the SIU in 1982 in the port of New York. He was bom in Massachusetts and sailed in the deck department. Brother Piva resides in Alstead, N.H. PETER A. THOMPSON, 65, joined the SIU in 1961 in the port of his native New York. He shipped in the deck department. Brother Thompson served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. He has retired to New York City. JOSEPH TOUART, 76, joined the Seafarers in 1943 in the port of New Orleans. Bom in Louisiana, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Touart resides in San Fran- served in the Army from 1943 until 1956. He resides in Norfolk. v!.; WILLIAM S. GRAY, 56, joined the union in 1968 in the port of De­ troit. The Michigan native shipped in the deck department. Boatman Gray has retired to Frankfort, Mich. ETRIDHENNING, 62, joined the Seafarers in 1972 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. Bom in the West Indies, he shipped as a tankerman. Boatman Henning served in the Army for 20 years (1951-71). He lives in Grovetown, Ga. •\t.. • 'S I ^ -i*- ' CISCO. ELBERT WIL­ SON, 65, joined the union in 1947 in the port of Mo­ bile, Ala. The Al­ abama native shipped in the steward depart­ ment and deck department. Brother Wilson also served in the Navy from 1943 until 1945. He lives in Mos­ cow, Texas. LINDSEY W. WEST, 62, joined the union in 1969 in the port of Norfolk, Va. A native of North Carolina, he sailed in the deck department. Boatman West served in the Navy from 1948 to 1951. He has retired to Chesapeake, Va. FREDV. THOMAS JR., 64, joined the union in 1960 in the port of Hous­ ton. He sailed as a captain. Boat­ man Thomas re­ INLAND ALFRED DOHERTY, 62, joined the union in 1961 in the port of Houston. A native of Texas, he sailed in the deck department and in 1973 upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Boatman Doherty served in the Army from 1955 to 1956. He has retired to Tarpon, Fla. MORRIS FOR­ REST, 67, joined the Seafarers in 1966 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He was bom in Mathews, Va. and sailed in the deck department. Boatman Forrest sides in Houston. ... I . I'-''4 J, '''! • ' AARON M. WILBURN,62, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1960 in the port of Houston. Bom in Missouri, he shipped as a captain. Boatman Wilbum served in the Army from 1946 until 1949. He resides in Cleve­ land, Texas. • I "J; •':f-J r fi-'i- The Billy Smith Family i:' NELSON ROJAS,55, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1955 in the port of New Or­ leans. Bom in Chile, he shipped in the galley gang. He has retired to Metarie, La. JAMES A. SLAY, 63, joined the union in 1955 in the port of Houston. A na­ tive of Mobile, Ala., he sailed in the engine depart­ ment and upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School. Brother Slay still calls Mobile home. • '.-t 't -r-it • :k:y- The family of Pensioner Billy Smith was incorrectly identified in the August issue of the Seafarers LOG, page 15. Attending the benefits conference at the Philadelphia hall were Smith (standing, center), his step-son, Marino Vivas, and his daughter-in-law, Jo Smith. Jo is the wife of Billy Smith's son, John, who sails as a QMED«on an LNG vessel. John and Jo Smith's twin sons, Joseph and Alan, also are pictured. ut IF::: I �• •' v.; 5£(l»l/7fi?5 LOG Twenty-Five Years of Dedicated Service Acknowiedged Question: Why did you become a Seafarer? ''i \ Slv;": .• ^ •rk/h'i. !:K-J (Asked of SIU members at the union hall in Baltimore.) Calvin Stevens, Able Bodied Sea­ man — I started back in '65.1 used to work for the state of Maiyland ferries for five years, but a bridge went in and put me out Of work. It was tough on the shore. I al­ ready had my seaman's papers, and someone said to me, "Why don't you get your butt up to the union hall?" I got a job with a ship going to Yugoslavia, and I haven't gotten out of the union since. Ray Lavoine, Retired Bosun — I got my first seaman's papers in 1937. I made one trip with NMU,^ then decided to go into the Navy. I did two hitches there, then came out and stayed ashore for two years. Finally I dug my old papers out, went to the union hall and that was it. I sailed for 27 years with SIU (until 1978). Dennis Uschic, Third Cook — For the money. Plus I always liked the water, and wanted to go different places. vl:'.,,-'.'-' Hector Duarte, Re­ tired QMED — I came to this country in 1946 and learned of a company that needed mer­ chant seamen. I came to the union hall in Baltimore, then went to the Coast Guard to get my papers. I started sailing on the old, old boats. Ray Wezik, Able Bodied Sea­ man —Money and travel. I joined in 1984.1 had just gotten married, and we needed money to build a house. Ellze Kitchen, Retired Chief Cook — When I got in (1948), things were kind of tough. I talked with a few friends, and they said. "Why not go to sea?" It's a pretty good life. It has its ups and downs, like anything else. Willie Albert, Retired Chief Cook —1 just wanted adven­ ture. I joined in 1946 and re­ tired in '85.1 just wanted to get away, I guess. I was working steel and didn't like that. HoseN.Mc Bride, Retired Chief Steward— I was working for Bethlehem Steel, and they owned 14 ships. The money was in shipping, so I started that in 1945. Chris Maye, Able Bodied Seaman — I was in the Navy and I met a mer­ chant marine in Korea. He had long hair and a beard, and said he made good money. He had a lot more freedom. In '87 I got out of the Navy, went to the Coast Guard and got my Z-card. My first job was out of Jacksonville. Bruce Peters, Ordinary Sea­ man — I just • got back into it. It was a neigh­ borhood thing in northeast Baltimore back in the '70s. I went to Piney Point... When I came back (from sea) I was lay­ ing brick, but business is no good and there's no union. I figured I would renew. Vince Cala, Or­ dinary Seaman — My older brother sailed with the union for 12 years, that's the rea­ son I went in. I joined in 1978, when I was 17. The money was good, and I first sailed widi Crowley. It was good relief from reality! I got out for a while, but business got bad ashore. Peter J. Mistretta, Re­ tired Able Bod­ ied Seaman —-1 got out of the service in 1945, and there was no work. In '46 I went with the SIU, and I didn't retire until 1986.1 liked it. I liked the travel. Adolf ("Ski") Strawinski (center) is presented with a plaque from Sea-Land Service, acknowledging his 25 years of dedicated service on the Sea-Land Service shoregang, Elizabeth, N.J. Joining the celebration are (from left) John Natoli, bosun; Tom Soresi, chief bosun; Ed Martin, port steward; Ed Doruth, bosun; Strawinski; Donald Pressly, AB /carpenter; Mike Manekas, assistant bosun, Capt. Dick Posthummus, port captain and John Parr, vessel manager. Seafarer's Son Gets Eariy Union Education 'I QMED Demyron Walker brings his son, Vincent, to the Mobile, Ala. hall to get the youngster acquainted with the union. Vincent and his twin sister, Vivian, were born November 10. Their mother, Tanya, also sails with the SIU in the steward department. Letters to the Editor Riding the Mule Ships I have written to you in the past and you printed an article about my Russian Golden Jubilee Medal and about my push for veterans status in the late '80s. We succeeded fi­ nally! I am now writing my memoirs about my sea-going days from 1942-1966.1 sailed everything ex­ cept a ship carrying mules. Many Liberty ships and perhaps other types of ships carried mules to Po­ land, Italy, France, etc. I have met seamen who were aboard such ships. I would like to hear from sea­ men who sailed aboard "mule ships." I am especially interested in the loading ports, the dates of voy­ ages, destinations, number of mules carried, number of mule deaths during the voyages, types of food fed to the mules, as well as any other pertinent information. Otis L. Bouchie Jr. Oneonta, Ala. Editor's note: Anyone wishing to help Brother Bouchie may write him at 5ISA Shade Crest St., Oneonta, Ala. 35121. Credit Given Where Due First, I want to give credit and a vote of thanks to the officials of the SIU for their leadership and vision in predicting the future of things to come. The first was the closing of the USPH Service Hospitals. The union stepped in and picked up the slack—a very costly venture... The second was to Waterman Steamship Corp. for not signing a contract with Lykes Bros. It most likely would have been the end of an era for seamen's unions ... [Regarding veterans benefits], we WWII seamen were happy and thought we would reap some of the benefits of being honorably dis­ charged, but as it tumed out so far, we are too old. We'll get $150 to help with the funeral and a flag— nothing else. I hope that the union tries to lean on the government to let some of that "kinder" and "gen­ tler" rub off on the old-time sea­ men ... who stepped forward in all of our crises ... Keep up the good work. Elorls B. Tart Mobile, Ala. ; VL "V>.- �SCPTEMBIR 1991 2! Brother Butts, 63, Is Buried at Sea Pensioner Herman Burnell Butts, an active SIU member for more than 40 years, succumbed to cancer June 22. He was 63 years old. Brother Butts was a recertified bosun and also worked as an SIU patrolman. He retired in October 1988. "He was a good bosun, a good sailor who was very supportive of the union," said SIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco, who worked with Brother Butts in the port of Mobile, Ala. and at the Sea­ farers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Brother Butts was bom in Mis­ sissippi and joined the Seafarers in 1944 in the port of Baltimore. He first sailed on the Govemor John Lind. During his SIU career. Brother Butts served on the five-man com­ mittee which designed the recerti­ fied bosun curriculum. Eventually he graduated from that program. He also helped with the constmction of the Lundeberg School. Brother Butts spent his last five years as an active Seafarer sailing aboard the USNS Bellatrix. During the Persian Gulf conflict, he came out of retirement and shipped on the OMI Wabash for two-and-ahalf months. A veteran of the Navy (194344), Brother Butts wished to be buried at sea. His wish was hon­ ored June 30 in the Gulf of Mexico, during a moming ceremony onboiard the OMI Charger. Classes are available at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship to upgrade your classification. Per the shipping rules, a QMED can be registered only In his current classification for one calendar year, then must apply for and pass courses designated by the Lundeberg School to reach the next classification until the member becomes a QMED 1. The school ha^ divided the courses into required and elective. An upgrader must take one required and one elective each year to move up one classification. REQUIRED SPECIALTY COURSES SPECIALTY COURSES Automation— Classroom and piadica! training in operation and control of twfler equip­ ment and components in steam and water cycles. Diesel Engine Technologyinstruction for diesel en­ gine tiieoty, construction and repair. Marine Electrical Maintenance— in the theory of idty, drcuits,motors and controllers. Marine Electronics TechnicianPrinciples of analog and dighai electronics with emphasis on shipboard circuitry. HydraulicsClassroom and practical training In fluids, actua­ tors, control devices, pumps, reservoirs and symbols. Variable Speed DC Drives— Electroniccontrolofdrect current drive systems found in cranes, mooring winches, deck machinery. Pumproom Operations and Mainte­ nance—Training m cargo properties and emergency procedures, tanker development and ioonstruction and valve and pump operatton. Welding- OMI Charger Captain Arthur J. Weis reported the burial service took place while the vessel was en route from Tampa to Texas City, Texas. Bosun Alvie Rushing was assisted in the final disposition of Brother Butts' ashes by ABs Reg­ inald Watklns and Lawrence Zepeda. Although the weather that morning had been cloudy and rainy, the sun shined brightly as the anchor wreath went over the stem and slowly disappe^ed over the horizon, Weis noted. Brother Butts is survived by his wife, Nina; sons Herman B. Butts Jr. and Steven Ray Butts; daugh­ ters Rhonda Fay Davis and Lisa Eileen Smith; and brother Bobby Joe Butts. SPAD The SIU's ever-popular SPAD t-shirts once again are available to our members on a first-come, first-served basis. Refrigerated Con­ tainers Advanced Training In all phases of refrigerated container op­ erations and mainte­ nance. FREE The t-shirts feature the SIU logo in full color on the front and "Politics is Porkchops" in blue on the back. They are 100 percent American-made. ElectroHydraulics— Principles of electricai control of hydraulic sys­ tems (winches, cranes, steering, ramps). If you have not already taken advantage of this free offer, please fill out the application below and mail it to: Payoff Aboard the Robert E. Lee Secretary-Treasurer H\ Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 I Please send the SPAD t-shirt to: The crewmembers above posed for their picture during a recent payoff in New Orleans aboard the Robert E. Lee. They are (from left) AB Dorningo Contreras, Bosun Bill Penny, Patrolman Bobby Milan, AB Carlos Rodriguez and AB George Osorio I -••• It . '4i' ,T~ !;'V|. 9/91 ! NAME ADDRESS ' CITY, STATE, ZIP. ; SOCIALSECURITY#_ : PHONE# I T-SHIRT SIZE (circle one) S m: 1: a- j-4 ff; t-shirts ' Classroom and on-thejob trainingIn eledric arc welding, brazing, welding and cutting. Refrigeration Systems Maintenance and Operations—Classroom and shop training In the theory of mechanicalrefrigeration, major systems components, troubleshooting and maintenance. A memorial wreath is tossed from the stern of the OMI Charger during the burial service for Brother Butts. BOOK RATING M L XL �• •U .• v SOFARBISIOG 22 ips^Eligests Continued from page 17 rector J. Hipolito, Deck Delegate Willie Chestnut, Steward Delegate Donavon Osborne. Chairman called attention to separation of plastics. He noted good voyage aiid great crew. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck or engine del­ egates. Crew extended hearty vote of thanks to galley gang. •;&' • ^ NEDLLOYD HUDSON{Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 16 — Chairman Norberto Prats, Secretary Brian Gross, Educa­ tional Director Mike Scinto, Deck Dele­ gate George Mazzoca, Engine Delegate Thomas McArdie, Steward Delegate Jose Santiago. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment. Bosun thanked deck department forhardwork. •!?hn.; • • iij -::••• il-. • '^".V , CM!CHAMPION (OMI Corp.), June 30— Chairman Bernard Saberon, Sec­ retary Paul Burke, Educational Director D. Beeman, Engine Delegate Kenneth Haliman. Secretary thanked the union's officials and staff for doing a great job. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or stew­ ard delegates. Crew asked contracts de­ partment for clarification regarding second pumpman position. Next port; Manila. RFC EUGENE OBREGON (Water­ man Steamship), June 23 — Chairman Henry Bouganim, Secretary Heath Bryan, Educational Director Robert L. Wilson, Deck Delegate Ed Gerena, En­ gine Delegate Robert Rester. Ship paid off in Oakland, Calif, and was awaiting word on war bonus. Secretary noted vote of thanks to galley gang from crew, offi­ cers and Navy personnel. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Rota, Spain. RALEIGH BAY(Sea-Land Service), June 16 — Chairman Carlton Hall, Sec­ retary J.P. Speller, Educational Director Doug Greiner. Chairman encouraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and make SPAD donations. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew ex­ tended vote of thanks to galley gang. '• • • •' • ",•" "'••fev,'-.. SEA-LAND ATLANTIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 10 — Chairman J.L. Bass, Secretary R.K. Ward, Educational Di­ rector A.O. Cuevas, Deck Delegate Francisco Rivera, Engine Delegate Juan Rodriguez, Steward £)elegate P.R. Mena. Chairman thanked steward depart­ ment for good work. Engine delegate re­ ported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Next port: Charleston, S.C. Good Mates Both Bosun Stanley Jandora and Third Mate Laurie Frandino sail aboard the Inger. But they have something else in com­ mon—the SlU. Sister Frandino keeps up her SlU book although she now sails as an officer. SEA-LAND EXPEDITION (Sea-Land Service), June 3 — Chairman Jim Hassan, Secretary E. Vazquez, Educa­ tional Director Charles Clausen. Chair­ man noted crew put in OT while restricted to vessel in San Juan port. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. SEA-LAND INTEGRITY(Sea-Land Service), June 23 — Chairman Do­ mingo Leon Jr., Secretary Pedro Baker, Secretary James Tucker, Deck Delegate BJ. Hutcberson, Engine Dele­ gate Ambrose Gabriel Jr., Steward Del­ egate Steve Venus. Deck and steward delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine delegate. Crew requested company in­ stall garbage disposal for galley and pan­ try. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. THOMPSON PASS (lOM), June 16 — Chairman Mark W. Davis, Secretary AMBASSADOR (Crov/ley Caribbean Transport), July 18 — Chairman Dave Newman, Secretary Gwendolyn Shinholster, Educational Director M.K. Overgaard, Deck Delegate AJ. Fabre, Engine Delegate John Jourdan, Stew­ ard Delegate A.C. Fleming. Chairman noted upcoming payoff. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. Next port: Port Ev­ erglades, Fla. SOSTDAf (Maritime Overseas), July 7 — Chairman S.R. Garay, Secretary L. McElroy, Educational Director Wendell L. Parrish Jr., Deck Delegate JeffH. Kass, Engine Delegate Glen Hender­ son, Steward Delegate Josh M. Tucker. Crew noted problems with ice machine and air conditioning. All delegates re­ ported disputed OT. Crew noted deck de­ partment catching fresh fish in Alaska, steward department adjusting menus to keep fresh fish served daily. Practice Makes Perfect BROOKS RANGE (lOM), July 6 — Chairman M.G. Gutierrez, Educational Director Timothy Kroneck. Chairman announced upcoming payoff, reminded crew to separate plastic and styrofoam from trash. Educational director noted hours to be worked on tankers. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for daily fresh bread. SlU crewmembers man one of the lifeboats of the 1st Lt. Jack Lummus, a military prepositioning ship, during a routine fire and safety drill. Laboy, Educational Director R.C. Miller, Engine Delegate Todd Smith, Steward Delegate M. Hammock. No tieefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department and noted smooth, safe trip. Next port: Boston. SEA-LAND QUALITY (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 16 — Chairman B.R. Hobbs, Secretary Joseph Bennett, Educational Director J. Fonville, Deck Delegate Donald Hood, Engine Delegate James Cumbs, Steward Delegate Bert Winfield. Treasurer reported $120 in ship's fund, being held by captain. Steward del­ egate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Crew encouraged more mem­ bers to attend meetings. SEA-LAND RELIANCE (Sea-Land Service), June 15 — Chairman Robert McGonagle, Secretary Warren Lom­ bard, Educational Director Sam Hardin, Deck Delegate R. Figuera, Steward Delegate Troy Pope. Chairman said captain ordered radio for crew lounge, everything running smoothly. Treasurer listed $10 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew ex­ tended vote of thanks to steward depart­ ment. Next port: Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND TACOMA (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 26 —Chairman Ray Ramirez, Secretary David Boone, Edu­ cational Director Gene Speckman, Deck Delegate Alan Lautermilch, En­ gine Delegate George Ackley, Steward Delegate Martin McHal^. E)eck and steward delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by en­ gine delegate. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 26 — Chairman Michael J. Willis, Secretary L. Ware, Educational Director F.L. Hall, Deck Delegate Mark Lance, Engine Delegate Evans Gatewood, Steward Delegate James Boss. Chairman announced upcoming payoff. Treasurer reported $50 in ship's fund. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew re­ quested two new washing machines and diyer. Crew asked contracts department to get company to improve quality of mattresses and quilts. Crew thanked steward department for good meals and menu. Next port: Oakland, Calif. SPIRIT OF TEXAS (Seattawk Manage­ ment), Jwae 2— Chairman William G.F. Thomas, Educational Director J. Walker, Steward Delegate Curtis Phil­ lips Jr. Chairman reported on the bene­ fits conferences at different halls. Secretary noted everything going well. Educational director urged everyone to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed possible improvement of schedule for shore launch in El Segundo, Calif. Next port: Puerto Armuelles, Panama. UL TRASEA (American Maritime , Transport), June 30 — Chairman Cesar Gutierrez, Secretary Rudolph Xatruch, Educational Director H. Bergeron, Stew­ ard Delegate Joseph Brooks. Chairman reminded crewmembers to notify master and ask for relief at completion of their time onboard. Treasurer reported $125 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. All delegates reported things run­ ning smoothly. Crew thanked steward department, with special thanks to Ru­ dolph Xatruch for salad bar. USNS WILKES(Mar Ship Operators), June 20 — Chairman John Sokolik, Sec­ retary Kevin Dougherty, Educational Director Mike Thomas, Deck Delegate Jeff Sousa, Engine Delegate A. Rene Aragones, Steward Delegate Abdel Mohamed. Crew noted problems with stores and supplies were rectified after call to contracts department. Educational director announced upgrading forms available. Treasurer reported $139 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked for and received clar­ ification from contracts department regarding premium for weekend OT. Crew noted slow mail service. USNS WYMAN(MaT Ship Operators), June 30 — Chairman Larry Winstead, Secretary Joseph J. Gallo Jr., Educa­ tional Director Cliff McCoy, Engine Del­ egate Kenneth Langfield. Crew expressed dismay regarding previous chairman's failure to submit ship's min­ utes to headquarters. Education^ direc­ tor provided members with medical forms and upgrading applications. Deck, engine and steward delegates reported disputed OT. Deck delegate asked con­ tracts department to explain premium OT rate. Crew asked company to either repair or replace VCR. Crew requested compensation for lack of water for pe­ riod longer than 12 hours. Crewmembers extended concern and best wishes to Brother Richard Scott, who flew to Phil­ ippines to attend to personal matters af­ fected by volcanic eruption. CAPE BON (lOM), July 18 — Chair­ man Albert J. Sacco, Secretary Waymond H. Watson HI, Educational Director Frank Tymczyszyn, Deck Del­ egate M.M. Moore Jr., Engine Delegate R.G. Duncan, Steward Delegate J. McCree. Chairman noted new mattresses would be delivered on arrival. He an­ nounced upcoming payoff and relief schedule. Secretary reminded members to leave rooms clean. Educational direc­ tor stressed importance of upgrading. Deck and engine delegates reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by steward delegate. Crew requested top-loading washer be ex­ changed for front-loading washer. Crew noted need for new movies and VCR cleaner. Steward department was given party and thanked for fine meals and cookout. Next port: Sunny Point, N.C. CAPE HORN (lOM), July 7 — Chair­ man Paul Domes, Secretary D.L. Huff­ man, Deck Delegate Stephen Joseph Deal, Engine Delegate Robert Baptister. Deck and engine delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by steward delegate. CAPEMENDOaNO (OMI Coip), July 21 — Chairman Orla Ipsen, Secre­ te Steven R. Hamilton Sr., Educa­ tional Director J. McCranie, Deck Delegate George W. Dean, Engine Dele­ gate Jimmie Coombs, Steward Delegate John Collins. Chairman announced up­ coming payoff. Secretary reminded ev­ eryone to keep doors locked while in port, noted g(^ trip. Educational direc­ tor urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Deck and engine del­ egates reported beefs and disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward delegate. Crew thai^ed steward department for fine meals. Next port: New Orleans. CHARLES L. BROWN (Transocemic Cable), July 1 — Chairman Jeremiah J. Harrington, Secretary Delvin Wilson. Chairman announced payoff. Deck dele­ gate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or stew­ ard delegates. Crew noted drains backing up, discussed importance of safety. Next port: Honolulu. CHARLES L BROWN (Transoceanic Cable), July 31 — Chairman Jeremiah J. Harrin^on, Secretary Delvin Wil­ son, Deck Delegate William Rackley, Engine Delegate Wesley Wise, Steward Delegate Brenda Kamiya. Crew was re­ minded not to put shoes in washer or dryer. Chairman thanked crew for flow­ ers given after death of family member. He apologized for clutter in laundry while storerooms being painted. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or en­ gine delegates. �,'P' \ •:. mm /'i immrn wrv StFTEMBCR 1991 Cook Clora Doom prepares delicious meals for the Enterprise Star's crew. 23 Satisfying the crew's hunger on the Tom Talbert is Cook Marilyn Hinklin. Mississippi Low Water Restricts Orgulf Tugboats Extremely low water on the Mississippi River is forcing SIUcrewed Orgulf tugboats like the Enterprise Star and Tom Talbert to implement voluntary load re­ strictions. "The boats cannot push loads that are as wide, deep and long as normal," said Tony Sacco, SIU as­ sistant vice president based in St. Louis." The really hot weather and lack of rain in the area have slowed traffic on the river." Petty Officer Robin Ressler, a U.S. Coast Guard spokesman at the marine safety and navigation of­ fice in St. Louis, noted the river "is lower than last year and the same as 1989" when mandatory restric­ tions on river traffic last were im­ plemented. With weather forecasts predict­ Deckhand Jeremy Carle of the Enterprise Star secures a line to a barge. Enterprise Star Deckhand David Pitchford is ready for ship's departure. ing no relief in sight, barges and tugboats are being asked to create drafts of no more than seven feet, rather than the standard nine feet. "There are many places along the river shallower than nine feet," Ressler reported. The Enterprise Star and Tom Talbert are feeling the effects of the low water, according to Sacco. Both tugs have cut back on the number of barges they push along the Mississippi. The Enterprise Star is in its second season with Orgulf. The tugboat operates on both the upper and lower portions of the river. The Tom Talbert is one of the oldest members of the Orgulf fleet. It mainly sails along the upper half of the Mississippi. Lead Deckhand Tom Guidry operates a winch aboard the Enterprise Star. Tom Talbert Deckhand Mike Brogan carries stores into the galley. Deckhand Adam Shacknai catches up on his papenvork aboard the Enterprise Star. •• •'•-I'Lead Deckhand Barry Allen Is ready for lunch aboard the Tom Talbert. Deckhand John Thomas enjoys a soda before retuming to work on the Talbert. r, i i-V, • -v Flattery Returns Home The Cape Flattery was one of the first RRF ships activated for the Persian Gulf. Originally erewed in Mobile, Ala., the ves­ sel is now back in its original port of engagement. Before heading out on her next run, the Cape Flattery is lay­ ing up for two weeks in Mobile's Atlantic Marine shipyard for some needed repairs. Photo­ graphs of some of her crew of 23 are shown here. 'iv • i?'.y. . it i';. • i! •'V.'fe •. y-'U-m 'my-'-: Oilers Ed Rynberg (left) and Rich­ ard H. Yorac aboard the Flattery. It was another memora­ ble meal prepared and served by members of the Cape Flattery's steward department. They are (from left) Steward Assistant Magih Zookari, Steward Assistant Ben Stanley, Steward/Baker Al Hol­ land and Chief Cook Mike Gramer. Flattery crewmembers include (from left, front row) Bosun Robert Dennis, OS Kim Anderson, OS Ron Brown, (back row) AB Walter Kaulback, AB Mike Williams, OS Granville Reader, OS Duke Norwood and ABG Bennie Spencer. ^ • ::U' .1^ J •• ' V(. ; ' ^ I �%:X'W?itSr '• •IV^''-.A"* •• • K ';• ,•:. ' , '••k, -);•• • SEAFARERS LOG 24 1:- 9:4, 'r ; -JY • - • • •• PinejF Point Crnmlex Hmmd for Pan! Hall Continued from page 3 wa: Ci,*-•;. •M % JV 1^' .- 'Mv, , ' that direct memories of Hall should be "articulated in some formal way before they pale out in sec­ ond-hand retellings and then are lost in the indistinct flickerings of history. The reason is that he was in fact not merely a striking per­ sonality—there are striking per­ sonalities in every sphere of ac­ tion—but, I believe, a significant figure in the development of American shipping." Hettena, who worked jointly with Hall on many matters of in­ terest to the maritime industry, said, 'T hope that in these days, when executive policy more or less plainly regards an American merchant marine as superfluous, the bravura skill, force and broad vision of a Paul Hall will continue to inspire Mike Sacco and his successors and animate the ship­ ping industry as a whole in the struggles that may lie ahead." Helen Delich Bentley, congresswoman from Maryland's sec­ ond district, who was detained from attending the meeting in per­ son by congressional redistricting meetings in the state capitol, re­ minisced about Paul Hall and her association with him. The former head of the Federal Maritime Commission, who had to attend the redistricting meeting to defend the boundaries of her congressional seat, said in a com­ munication read at the ceremony that she regretted not being there in person "because there is no­ body to whom I would rather pay tribute than Paul Hall, who was both my ally and opponent on different occasions." She recalled "the seamen's strike of 1963 between the SIU and the NMU, when the negotia­ tions at the Edison Hotel... were very bitter. The next day they were moved to the Federal Build­ ing, and the streets were lined with striking, shouting seamen. "Joseph Curran, the president of the NMU, arrived with a body­ guard of 20 members of his union. Ten minutes later a car pulled up and out stepped Paul Hall, alone and unescorted. He walked by himself through that mob—that was Paul Hall." people in a position to move up in the industry that he loved." He recalled the educational pro­ grams instituted by the SIU and District 2 to enable a seaman to advance his shipboard position. "Paul really loved it because it meant that his guys, when they got through being a bosun or pumpman, were not frozen any more." McKay noted that the pro­ gram gave seamen the ability to go from the bottom of the hawsepipe to captain or the chief en­ gineer's job. In his remarks. Max Hall, Paul Hall's son, noted how his father "had an uncanny ability to pin­ point national trends and to un­ derstand how they would affect the maritime industry. I remember him saying that things never stay the same, that the American-flag merchant marine had to adapt to new conditions or go under. He chose to adapt." A Friend to Seamen Max Hall said, "Outsiders knew my father as a dynamic speaker, a forceful and compelling pres­ ence. He was that, but much more. Opponents knew him as a fierce and unrelenting fighter. Officials of the SIU knew him as a stem but loving taskmaster. Seamen knew him as a friend." As his son. Max Hall saw his father away from the limelight. "In his private life, my father was a quiet, unpretentious man. He did not much care for material possessions. But give him a bowl of chili, a clean fo'c's'le, and stim­ ulating conversation and he was more than happy." Max Hall also paid tribute to his mother. Rose Siegel Hall, not­ ing the support she gave her hus­ band and family. "My father often said that there would never have been an SIU had it not been for this woman." Howard Schulman, former gen­ eral counsel of the Seafarers, who spent innumerable hours with Paul Hall, said he appreciated "his for­ titude, his brilliance, his refiisal to •K Travelling along Maryland Route 249, Piney Point visitors wiil see a new sign. accept no, his understanding of issues." Hall, he said, "was as eloquent as any man you have ever heard and as rational as any person." At the core of Hall's concerns, said Schulman, "was what he called his seafarers family. It was the people who went to sea, no matter if they wCre licensed officers or unlicensed. They were seamen to him. And he wanted recognition for seamen." Visionary Programs William F. Zenga, business manager of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 25, which represents marine dredging workers, said Paul Hall was "al­ ways developing new approaches to handling old problems. Often­ times his ideas seemed like pipe dreams when he advanced them, but to Paul they were merely one more step on the road to success. "Twenty-five years ago, few people would have thought that the site on which we are standing would house the best maritime training school in the country." In closing remarks, SIU Presi­ dent Michael Sacco said, "It is a tribute to the remarkable man we honor today that all elements of our industry are brought together by his memory." Sacco, who be- gan his sailing and union career under Paul Hall, pointed out that those in attendance included train­ ees, upgraders, unions represent­ ing both licensed and unlicensed crewmembers, shipowners from the deep sea. Great Lakes and inland waters sectors. Foundatibn for Future The SIU president pointed to the future of the American mer­ chant marine. "Today is an excit­ ing moment, it represents the abil­ ity of the industry to come together, it represents all kinds of potential for the maritime sector. With what we have here today we can move mountains, we can take up seem­ ingly impossible challenges. "It is going to be a hard fight, but if Paul Hall serves as our inspiration, a tougher challenge will not deter us. It just might require tougher work, more unu­ sual and creative tactics." Sacco ended his comments with a special word to the seamen in the audience. Paul Hall "loved to talk with Seafarers. He took great pride in every step of personal advancement any SIU member took. Paul wanted each and every one of us to do our personal best for this industry. He wanted us to constantly refine and upgrade our skills." |jit • Believer in Education ;.b>;- • ;H;- Raymond McKay, president of District 2 Marine Engineers Ben­ eficial Association, who was in­ volved with Paul virtually from his infancy, called Hall "an educa­ tor" who "liked to see his people educated and he liked to see his )V :f: 11 Hundreds of maritime industry representatives and Seafarers, both active and retired, attend the dedication ceremony. •f' i; ,., -1 Trainees form an honor guard around statue of Paul Hall during the ceremony held to mark the naming of the Piney Point complex after the late SlUNA president. • ' • .'i '.riv-;; �serrmBiR m Lundeberg School Graduates Eight Classes Ti^ainee Lifeboat Class 478—Graduating from trainee llfeisoat class 478 are (from left, kneeling) Shawn Hurst, Alex Feria, Jorge Chiclana, Patrick Carroll, Aimee Barrentine, David Johnston, Joseph Koch, Richard Aversa, (second row) Roy Grubb, Christy Lewis, Marcus Theodore, Patrick Healey, Brad Haines, James World, (third row) Charles DiGristine, Eric Viars, Jim Sheffield, Rubin Rose, Peter Zeschke, Stephen Papuchis and Matt Carroll. Celestial Navigation—Completing the five-week curriculum are (from left, first row) Gary Smith, Michael Wilson, Tom Grose, (second row) Melvin Santos, Jim Brown (instructor), Mike Lydick, S.K. Thompson and Ted Dodson. Trainee Lifeboat Class 479—Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat class 479 are (from left, kneeling) Timothy Null, Janet Baird, Paul Staib, Michael Simmons, Mark Mason, David White, John Dupart, Paul Szalus, (second row) Jake Karaczynski (instructor), Alex Feria, Raury LeFave, Eric Reyer, Timothy DuVal, Kenneth McCann, Francisco Rodriguez, Joseph Ritter, Robert Dargan, (third row) Mayfield Cousins, Brian Mooney, David Motto, Gene Wheelis, Raymond Leak, (fourth row) Brian Goudy, Donald Pears and James Lawrence. •! 1 Upgrade^ Lifeboat—^Receiving their lifeboat training certificates froni the Lun<»b< leberg School on July 16 are (from left) Jake Karaczynski (instructor), M.T. St. George, Tim Nugent, Ekow Doffoh and John Kelly. r:..M / •V ;• Fireman, Oiler, Watertender—Working their way up the engine depart­ ment ratings are (from left, kneeling) Samuel Grant, Gustavo Ossario, George Demetropoulos, Dennis Hillman, Michael MacCraken, Erik Bradshaw, James Ball, Gregory Brandane, (second row) Rick Kamantigue, Lee Hebert, Anthony Bonin, Luis Torres, Alice Hines, Derrick Young, James Smalls, Efrain Diaz, Michael Hermanson, William Scott, (third row) Ronald MacNeill, Kevin Earhart, R. Arment, Ed Krebs, G.F. Daley, Shawn Murphy, Brian Allred, Jeff Bull and J.C. Wiegman. Upgraders Lifeboat—Certificates of training were received by the July 25 class of upgraders. They are (from left) Ronald MacNeill, Rufus Hairston, Frank Watkins, Tye Smalls, Samuel Grant and Jim Moore (instructor). .4 .4. 4>'; -'I' f' • •. •• .J".1 Ii T:: •4^ 4 4 Advanced Refrigeration Class—Receiving their certifk»tes of course completion are (from left, kneeling) San Anthony Negron, Val Carpi, (second row) Mike Wells, D. Rush Ingram, Walter Chancey, (third row) Eric Malzkuhn (instructor), John Cronan, Devin Bertel, Mike Las Dulce, Phil Parent and Kelly Davis. QMED—Upgrading members of the engine department completing the QMED course are (from left, kneeling) Anthony Wiley, Dan Powers, Mark Dumas, Charlie Hampton, Paul Barbadillo, Linda Halderman, (second row) Ken Mulderig, James Banigan, Skipper Bucella, Tom Dunn, Art Wadsworth, Paul Bentson, Darrell McD­ onald, Taylor Clear, (third row) Howard Bland (MFOW), Steve Willis (MSC) Robert Gaglioti, Tom Barry, Mike Whytock, David Williams and Thom Kreutzer. S;":„ '• • Kr, I' rif .•.'4.- --I 'I • / •••'•''-I-. �SEMAROtSm ••<-. •:'V"."^.- '•• •fl Final DEEP SEA i-.\ T , , , ' •i.-'v4i«'^.>*: THOMAS P. ANDERSON Thomas P. Anderson, 47, passed away Feb. 2. He joined the union in 1964 in his native New York. A member of the deck department. Brother An­ derson last shipped in 1978. LOUIS L. ARENA Pensioner Louis L. Arena, 68, died June 12 as a result of lung cancer. He joined the SIU in 1941 in his native New Orleans. Brother Arena completed the bosun recertification program in 1976. He also served in the Army from 1942 imtil 1945. He began receiving his pension in August 1982. THEODORE D. BLADES Pensioner Theodore D. Blades, 90, passed away July 17. Bom in Pennsylvania, he joined the Seafarers in 1950 in the port of Boston. Brother Blades shipped as a bosun. He retired in September 1976. WILLIAM B. BLANKINSmP Pensioner William B. Blankinship, 64, died June 24. A na­ tive of North Carolina, he joined the union in 1947 in the port of Balti­ more. Brother Blankinship sailed in the engine department and also served in the Army firom 1951 to 1953. He retired in February 1981. RAYMOND W. BLETHEN Pensioner Raymond W. Blethen, 61, passed aWay July 8. He was bom in Cormecticut and joined the SIU in 1959 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. Brother Blethen shipped in the black-gang and upgraded fre­ quently at the Lundeberg School. He began receiving his pension in March 1987. • .i ••:,'• r;-r --< I JAMES MICHAEL Pensioner James Mi­ chael, 83, died July 27. He was bom in Geor­ gia and joined the union in 1950 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. Brother Mi­ chael shipped as a chief cook. He retired in February 1973. JAMES MORAN Pensioner James Moran, 60, passed away July 22. A native of Massa­ chusetts, he joined the SIU in 1966 in the port of Boston. Brother Moran shipped in the deck department and in 1975 upgraded at the Lundeberg School. He also served in the Coast Guard from 1948 until 1952. Brother Moran began re­ ceiving his pension in May 1987. HARRY R. SINGLETON Pensioner Harry R. Singleton, 75, died July 27. Bom in New York, he joined the SIU as a charter member in 1939 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Sin­ gleton sailed in the engine de­ partment. He retired in October 1982. WOODRUFF STANLEY JR. Pensioner Woodmff Stanley, Jr., 69, passed away June 19. He was bom in Texas and joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1966 in the port of San Francisco before the union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Stanley retired in Octo­ ber 1985. KEITH J. THOMPSON Keith J. Thompson, 35, died July 12. The native of Louisi­ ana graduated from the Lundeberg School in 1971. Brother Thompson shipped in the deck department. He was an active member at the time of his death. JAMES TONG Pensioner James Tong,87, passed away July 8. Bom in China, he joined the union in 1956 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Tong sailed in the galley gang. He retired in June 1976. CALMANBOGGS Pensioner Caiman Boggs, 80, died July 9. The native of New­ foundland joined the SIU in 1942 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Boggs shipped in the deck department. He retired in December 1978. INLAND NICHOLS KOMINOS Nichols Kominos, 56, passed away July 8. Bom in Greece, he joined the Seafarers in 1966 in the port of New York. Brother Kominos was a mem­ ber of the engine department. He was an active rnember at the time of his death. RUSSELL HASTINGS Pensioner Russell Hastings, 78, passed away June 29. A native of Mary­ land, he joined the Seafarers in 1960 in the port of Philadel­ phia. Boatman Hastings was a member of the steward depart­ ment, and he served in the Army from 1945 to 1946. He began receiving his pension in August 1976. STUARTSTEVENS Pensioner Stuart Stevens, 62, died June 16. He was bom in Florida and joined the union in 1972 in the port of New Or­ leans. Boatman Stevens sailed as a tankerman, and he also served in the Navy from 1947 shipped in the engine depart­ ment. He retired in June 1975. JOSEPH R.SUAREZ Pensioner Joseph R. Suarez, 78, passed away July 8. Bom in Puerto Rico, he joined the Seafarers in 1963 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. Boatman Suarez JESSE WILKINSON Pensioner Jesse Wil­ kinson, 76, died June 13He was bom in Colorado and joined the union in 1964 in the port of St. Louis. Boatman Wil­ kinson sailed in the blackgang. He began receiving his pension in July 1981. Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The con­ stitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All tmst funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are adminis­ tered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disburse­ ments of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the vari­ ous trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are ' available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, they should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political pur­ poses of any individual in the Union, officer or member. Italso has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective mem­ bership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meet­ ings in all constitutional ports. Ilie responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an ^itorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. ' • ..V /•. to 1951. He retired in January 1991. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SlU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been re­ quired to make such payment, this should immedi­ ately be reported to Union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGA­ TIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All meml)ers should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting todeprive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such ^ dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should im­ mediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against fjecause of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. Ifany member feels that he isdenied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONA­ TION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate se^egated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and pur­ poses including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employ­ ment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contribu­ tions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employ­ ment. If a contribution ismade byreason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appro­ priate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his eco­ nomic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any timea member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquar­ ters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. �mm crPlVJlAfff lOOl • :: jKrttmutK • lyyi •? 1991-92 UPGRADING COURSE SOIEDULE SAeduh for 1991 5HI^COH»90 FULL 8-week Sessions The following is the current course schedule for October 1991-March 1992 at the Seafarers ffarry Lundeberig iS^hool of Seainanshi]:) All prdgrams are geared to improve job skills of SIU members dnd to promote the American maritime industry. The course schedule may change to reflect the nriembership^s and industry's needs as well as the national emergency mobilization in the Persian GulT • October 21 DeoembearH MeierHti^m Pngnms Comi^teOM Check-In Date March 23 January 27 Course Bosun Recertiflcadon Steward Recertiflcation Date '/-iS./.. —•I. /' t May 4 March 2 fi^ UpgiwIn^ Oufrm . Check-In:''-^;Cbmplfetiott . .Date • Date October 28 December b January 2^ February 28 March lt> April 24 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior / to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Course Able Seaman •' Stewiifd Upgrading Courses Check-In Completion •..-.-Date •• Date Assistant Coidc, Cook and Baker^ . ;M open-ended (contact admissions Chief Cook, Chief Steward office for starting dates) Upon cothpierionCall stiidents mil^ d Sealift Familiarization class. LIfieboatman October 25 October 14 November 8October 28 November 2? November li Deoeinber 6 November 25 '..r. ,1. ' December:^ December 9 January 17 January 6 iliiu-s January 28 January 31 * February 3 February 14 February 17 February 28 March 13 March 2 March 27 March 16 AprillO March 30 October 25 ; i; 14 October December l3 December 2 February 7 January 27 March 13 March? November 1 October 28 : Radar Observer Unlimited December 20 December 16 January 24 January 20 March 20 March 16 November 29 November 4 Celestial Navigation Marcb6 February 10 April 17 January 6 . ' Third Mbte .i.' ... March? "^ Limited Mates License January 27 Upon completion, the Sedlijft Operations course must he taken. Tankerman November 11 December 6 AprillO ingine Upgrading Courses Course QMED-Any Ratiiig Firenmn/Watertender and Cfller • . •., 5g^--V. •: -.-v ; Marine ElerirUnics Technician Deep Sea/Inland Engineers Assistant Engineer (Deep Sea & Inlaild) Address- Course High School Equivalency (GED) Adult Basic Education (ABE) English as a Second Language (ESL) (State) Mo./Day/Vear TelephoneL— (Zip Code) L (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. U.S. Citizen: • No Home Port. I am interested in the following course(s) checked below or indicated here if not listed Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held.—^ Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? If yes, which program: from • Yes GNo to Last grade of school completed. (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? If yes, course(s) taken^ • Yes • No — Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? • Yes • No If yes, how many weeks have you completed? Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement? • Yes • No Firefighting: • Yes • No CPR: • Yes • No Date available for training Primary language spoken Check-In Date October 28 October 28 October 28 ... Com^etion Date December 6 December 6 December 6 DATE- SIGNATURE. Department- ^ • Yes February 14 December 6 February 2l May 8 May 29 December 13 December 13 May 8 February 14 Book #_ Social Security #_ Seniority January 6 October 14 January 6 March 16 January 6 October 7 October 4 March 2 January 6 With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. Yoii also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. RATING DATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE (Street) (City) April 24 Adult Eduration Sdiedule Date of Birth. (Middle) (First) •4-'' .1 Refrigeration Maintenance 8t ..-Operatikms'.: All students in the Engine Department will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. UPGfODING APPUCAmH (Last) i -• a ' Cbmpiedon Date March 27 December 20 February 28 March 16 FttiniMinimi Maintenance &0i^^ Marine Electrical Maintenance Check-In Completion Course Date .:Date • ; . Oil Spill Preventkm & October 28 November I Containment (1 week) March 2 March 6 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Name. Check-In Date January 6 November 11 January 20 ^ Ml students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class. Oil Spill Omim " .-• •' •.- 'ii. . • — DECK AB/Sealifl 1st Class Pilot Third Mate Radar Observer Unlimited Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland Q Celestial Navigation G Simulator Course • • • • • ENGINE • FOWT • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) • Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems • Automation • Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding • Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) • High School Equivalency Program (GED) n Developmental Studies (DVS) • English as a Second Language (ESL) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility n Cook and Baker • Chief Cook • Chief Steward n Towboat Inland Cook COLLEGE PROGRAM • Associates in Arts Degree • Certificate Programs Traasportatloa wiB be paid ia accordaacc witb (be icbcduliag tcUer only if you present origiaal receipts and sncccsshilly compiele tbe course. If you have any qucsthias, contact yonr p(^ agent before departing for Piney Point. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Cenler. P.O. Bo* 75. Piney Point. MD. lOSU 9/91 ^ .. ' •:•• 1-. : •' .'.J 1 • ' • • : -.!i • • • 'V �SEAmRERS 1991 Benefits Conferences There are five benefits con­ ferences remaining—sched­ uled from September through the end of the year. See page 11 for dates of upcoming sessions. nl^tl-iV'X:;; d\ Volume 53, Number 9 September 1991 ' ••'flri,, -!• i;s' ..' • V USNS Hess Crew Befriends Stranded SIU members aboard the USNS Hess celebrated Independence Day with an act of generosity toward their Soviet coimterpaits aboard the Narvaskaya Zasatava, a disabled trawler. During a stop in Halifax, Nova Scotia, the Seafarers learned of the plight of the Russian seamen in the area. The Soviet ship had been un­ dergoing engine repairs for months, and its crew had not been paid since mid-May. A Canadian newspaper reported the Soviet situation, noting the crewmembers were short of many supplies and cash. The Soviets es- Seafarers misfdrtune of breaking down be­ fore it caught anything, thereby leaving the crew at the mercy of its, Bosun Gutierrez Reports Smooth Sailing on Ultrasea "rV.™ • •"• -". •" • • Bosun Cesar A. Gutierrez re­ ported smooth sailing on the Ultrasea, which recently completed a voyage that included stops in Alex­ andria and Dumyat, Egypt. After an 18-day trip from the United States, SIU members on­ board the Ultrasea celebrated Independence Day in Dumyat. Crewmembers noted the excellent salad bar and special dishes pre­ pared by Steward/Baker Rudy Xatruch. The Ultrasea, an American Mar­ itime Transport vessel, paid off July 25 in Norfolk, Va. SIU mem­ bers who crewed the Ultrasea dur­ ing this voyage are Gutierrez, Xatruch, ABs Robert Van Brunt, Eddie Hall, Edward Haney, Jim Bishop, Mate Anzulovich and Ar­ thur Machado, DEUs Carlos MUla and Abraham Carhajal, QMED H. Bergeron, Pumpman A1 Thomas, Jr., OMUs J. Rodriguez, Gary Danos and Harold Nassans, Steward/Baker Conrado Martinez and Chief Cook Joseph Brooks. The Ultrasea was built in 1974. The vessel carries 86,000 dead­ weight tons, and usually ships grain from the United States to various ports around the world. Recently the Ultrasea has been making steady voyages to Egypt. .rV: •• • '• iL. • After an 18-day voyage, crewmembers aboard the Ultrasea are ready for some shoretime in Dumyat, Egypt. They are (from left) DMUs Ed Haney and Robert VanBrunt, DEU Carlos Milla, DMU Eddy Hall and Bosun Cesar Gutierrez. In the photo aboveJhe Ultrasea's deck gang at work in port of Damyat, Egypt. Below: DMU Robert Van Brunt at ship's stern. At left. Bosun Cesar Gutierrez stands guard under Old Glory. 1 {• » The Rev. David Craig (center) delivered the donations frOm Bosun Earl Hanson (left). Steward Assistant Gamel Saleh and the rest of the Hess crew. sentially were confined to thenowner who would decide whether ship and were unable to afford any pay would be advanced. sort of recreation. The USNS Hess is an oceanoOn July 4 Bosun Earl Henson graphic research ship operated for made his fellow SIU members the Navy's Sealift Command by aware of this, and the Seafarers MarShip Operators of Rockville, responded by raising cash, stores Md. SIU members onboard the and other sundries for the Soviets. Hess during these events were: They gave the goods to the Rev. Henson, ABs William Seihprit, David Craig of the Missions to Richard Hayes, Lozzie Jones, Seamen, who delivered the dona­ Theodore Doi and Richard J. tions to the Soviet ship on July 5. Petersen, OSs Bruce Kane, Ahmed Mohamed and Joseph "It was a moving experience Rubin Jr. and I witnessd a look of hope and gratitude on [the Soviet] faces, Also aboard were QMEDs along with a tear of happiness," the \ Marvin Wells, Ronald Chastang Rev. Craig reported to the bosun. and Robert Coppock, OMUs "The Russians are pleased." John Morgan, Tommy Gihhs and Warren Redick and GUDE Mi­ The SIU's gracious gesture may chael A. Wilkerson have started a lucky streak for the Soviets. After the Russians re­ Chief Steward Beverly Briley, ceived the Seafarers' donations, Chief Cook Ahmed Qoraish, they finally got a portion of pay Cook/Baker Michael Douglas, from the ship's owner. ACU Samuel Garrett and SAs The Soviets did not know how Jules Carracci, Paul Lahorde, much longer engine repairs would Arthur Holley, Gamel Saleh, take. An agent for the ship's owner, Ronald Coley, Chad Griffin, based in Leningrad, told a Canadian James Francis and Ada Severin newspaper the fishing ship had the made up the galley crew. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children has asked the SIU to help locate Ashley Taija-Ray Dixon. The 3-year-old child was ab­ ducted by her non-custodial father, Jethro Dixon, September 29, 1989 from her home in Newark, N.J. She has black hair, brown eyes and a slightly "lazy" left eye. At the time of her abduction, she was 2 ft. tall and weighed 25 lbs. A felony warrant for parental kidnapping has been issued for the 25-year-old man. He is 5 ft. 6. in., 145 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes. Anyone having information should contact The National Cen­ ter for Missing and Exploited Chil­ dren at (800) 843-5678 or the Missing Person's Unit of the Essex County Sheriff's Office (N.J.) at (201)621-4177. i^shley Taija-Ray Dixon Of: _-i* - j: .... � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource September 1991 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES DESERT STORM REDEPLOYMENT KEEPS SHIPS ON GULF RUN SIU SEES FLAWS IN CG’S ‘WORKER TAX’ PINEY POINT COMPLEX NAMED FOR PAUL HALL SINKING OF GREEK CRUISE SHIP RAISES CONCERNS OVER SAFETY CASH AID, ANWR ON DECK WHEN CONGRESS RETURNS GOVERNMENT ISSUES REPORT ON STONEWALL JACKSON FIRE CG FISHING VESSEL RULES GO INTO EFFECT SEPT. 15 CONTRACTS DEPARTMENT RECEIVED INQUIRIES ON SOCIAL SECURITY TAX AT&T’S GLOBAL LINK GETS OFF TO GOOD START HURRICANE POUNDS NEW BEDFORD FISHING FLEET FALSE ASSUMPTIONS UNDERLIE USER FEE PLAN, CHARGES SIU SURVIVORS OF SEVEN SCUD ALERTS LOPEZ CREW RECALLS GULF MISSION CHARLES E. WILSON’S VERSATILE CREW CAN HANDLE ANY KIND OF LOAD SIU GOV’T SERVICES MEMBERS CREW NEW MSCPAC SHIP USNS HIGGINS SETS GULF RECORD; LOGS 385 STRAIGHT DAYS OF RUN BENEFITS CONFERENCES MOVE TO NEW ORLEANS, HONOLULU ‘A-PLUS’ GALLEY GANG TREATS WILLAMETTE CREWMEMBERS RIGHT SINKING SHIP’S CAPTAIN LEAVES BEFORE PASSENGERS NON-STOP WORK KEEPS MV VIRGINIA SANDS HUMMING ITB MOBILE SEAFARERS WORK THROUGH ICE STORM INDUSTRY, LABOR ATTEND DEDICATION OF HALL CENTER BROTHER BUTTS, 63, IS BURIED AT SEA MISSISSIPPI LOW WATER RESTRICTS ORGULF TUGBOATS PINEY POINT COMPLEX NAMED FOR PAUL HALL USNS CREW BEFRIENDS STRANDED SOVIET SEAFARERS BOSUN GUTIERREZ REPORTS SMOOTH SAILING ON ULTRASEA Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 09/01/1991 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 53, No. 9 1991 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/77e568c999dc296405f8ad6965821787.PDF 552894c80d7b127823228095fdee336e PDF Text Text vVv,;' • -• 'v m •^'r ". '' '••-f V>r-y ^ ..• ! Protest to User 'Taxes' Spreads ATUNTIC GULF> LAKiS ANG MM SEAEUSERS Volume 53, Number 10 :• ' '4 ' •'•yy. October 1991 Casino RIverboat Crew Goes Seafarers Poge 3 '•:y :fc' E mployees on the Alton Belle Casino, a riverboat gambling ship, have designated the Seafarers International Union as their collective bargaining representative. The employees work aboard the vessel and on the company's floating barge which houses two restaurants, a lounge. a gift shop and a ticket sales office. Some employees work as telephone reservationists out of an office. The venture, based in Alton, III., is the first of its kind to begin operation since the state's legislature enacted a bill allowing gambling on vessels plying its waterways. Page 3. ir . . iif- . :l r'S < ' J J. • •• I. ' i .( • SlU in Sea Rescue It Ain't Over, 'Tii it's Over Seafarers plucked four people from a life raft 300 miles off the coast of North Carolina last month. The rescued individuals were adrift for four days after their 100-year-old schooner sank as a result of taking on water when a wooden plank ruptured. SS Lake Chief Cook Judith Chester (right) provides two of the schooner's crewmembers with a warm drink and blankets not long after they were rescued. Page 5. Uncertainty still surrounds the Persian Gulf area with Iraq playing tough in allowing inspection of its weapons and nuclear arsenals. Meanwhile 1,250 Iraqi mines have been detonated or defused in Persian Gulf waters. Pages 3 and 28. :f:l 'y/444 44- •• �•-V.i V .i;'r;j,,W. ^>'-t ^ ,-•.,/. t, (^; •.-• "y .i .•.•7'';-ir-iV^ ,>" "x- A; " .;: J: 0W^\ "}\ I ,4 -f', -•:,-! ,^:)'-'V,- ' 5; #?-;V; President's Report Our Nation's Achilles' Heel i JU!--.,:-i- i, „ Whai it comes to matters of importance to working people, nothing is higher on the list than access to affordable and decent health care. But medi­ cal coverage is rapidly be­ coming an out-of-reach item for average Americans. Meanwhile, U. S. companies are struggling to meet whop­ ping increases in health insur­ ance premiums. The nation as a whole is gripped by the health care crisis which puts Michael Sacco the United States at a huge disadvantage as it moves into the 21st century. Today, 37 million Americans have no medi­ cal insurance—cme of the most basic and neces­ sary services. Working people who want to maintain their coverage are having to assume mc»'e and more of the costs—through deduct­ ibles or co-pay arrangements. Or workers sim­ ply find themselves not getting as many b^efits for the same amount of money. As we discuss what is almost a universal problem for most Americans, we should bear in mind that we of the Seafarers have been very fortunate with regard to our contract cov­ erage in health insurance. In comparison to other medical coverage programs, the Seafar­ ers Welfare Plan comes out ahead •'" I W'i: :• "- -iU' • ' •• •'• This unique and preferred position of Sea­ farers is in stark contrast to the millions of Americans who have no health coverage or who are participants in policies which offer only bare-bones benefits. Solid Citizens in Trouble There is a tendency to think of those mil­ lions of people with no private health care as the poorest of the poor. The fact is, however, that the great majority of them are just like you and me—they are working people. Three IP 'r-iv' ..'v "; '.o- t •-• '• : -•!< • , «.Jv'4W 4'^JSS' 4- •:• out of every four people without health care coverage l^lds a job. Those facing the biggest gap in health care coverage are the nati(m*s senior citizens. Hun­ dreds of companies around America are dump­ ing retirees from their medical plans because of the liability such costs represent to their bal­ ance sheets. The average elderly citizen in the United States is looking at sp^^ng 15 per­ cent of his or her income on medical care. The situation is getting ugly. For-profit in­ surance companies are dividing the world be­ tween those who are healthy and who have the highest chance of staying that way and those . who are sick or likely to need medcal att^tion. Those companies then only sell their in­ surance to the h^thy. Highest Cost in World Today, health care costs take up 45 percent of American corporate operating profits. If the United States is really serious ateut competing with Europe and Japan, it must even the play­ ing field for its companies. All countries in Eu­ rope and Japan and Canada and other highly-industrialized nations have much fairer mechanisms of apportioning the bill when it comes to health care costs. I might add here that in 1990 there was a total of $675 billion spent on health care in the United States. "Ihat was one-third more on a per capita basis than what was spent in Canada and 50 percent more than what was spent in Japan and Germany. Yet in those nations, all citizens have access to health care. The United States, it turns out, is paying more for less than any of our competitor nations. The statistics are fdghtening. Consider that ill 1972 U.S. health care expenditures were $93.2 billion. The estimate fear 1992 health ex­ penditures is $800.2 billion. Over a 20-year pe­ riod medical costs went up 858 percent. And total health care exp^ditures continue to spi­ ral upwards at a rate of 18 to 30 percent a year. Affordable Health Care for All The AFL-CIO's four biLsic goals are: Heallh care costs must be contained, and the skyrocketing nature of increases in health ser­ vices must be brought into check. Access to medical care must be open to all Americans. Red tape, waste and paperwork must be elimi­ nated or drastically reduced. ATKI, the retiree health care crisis must be solved. Although our people enjoy sound protec­ tion, we feel it is in the interests of all Ameri­ cans and the nation to have a universal health care program that will provide alTordable and decent coverage for every person in the United States. Eventually this has to come about be­ cause our citizens, our companies, our nation cannot afford to enter the 21st century on the brink of such a disaster. It is therefore in all of our interests to work towards a universal health care system. Hussein's Omerlness Blocks Wrap-Up of Gulf Conflict '• The situation in the Persian Gulf remains tenuous as a result of Saddam Hussein's recalcitrance in the face of attempts by the United Nations to enforce the terms of the April 11 cease-fire which officially ended Operation Desert Storm. In mid-September U.S. Presi­ dent George Bush threatened to send American warplanes back over Iraq if Hussein continued to defy the terms of the U.N's Security Council resolutions. Hussein has thrown up a series of obstacles designed to frustrate and prevent a full United Nations' in­ spection of his military arsenal. Volume 53, Number JO At press time, a United Nations inspection team charged with re­ viewing the state of Iraq's chemi­ cal, nuclear and biological weap­ ons, was in Iraq attempting to inspect military sites via helicop­ ters. News services reported that U.N. inspectors have uncovered extensive Iraqi attempts to dis­ guise and disassemble and move facilities believed to harbor nu­ clear research or production cen­ ters for chemical and biological weapons. Meanwhile, American sealift operations are continuing to trans­ port materiel back to its assigned locations in Northern Europe or October 1991 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, L^es and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Telephone (301) 8990675. Second-class postage paid at MSC Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith', Assistant Editor, Daniel Duncan', Associate Editors, Jordan Biscardo, Max Hall, Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene; Art, Bill Brower. ' • •- The issue of who pays for health care cover­ age has resulted in some very tough negotiat­ ing sessions between hundreds of local and national unions and their contracted employ­ ers. In the past few years, thousands of em­ ployees have gone on strike to protect their welfare plan benefits. In addition, union employers that contribute to a medical plan for their employees often find that their non-union coni|xititlon offers lit­ tle in the way of health benefits. Premiums charged for covered employees must also in­ corporate the costs to the medical establish­ ment of providing care to the millions of people with no insurance. So, in effect what is happening is that companies paying for health insurance are subsidizing companies who offer no such coverage. In light of this current disaster and possible future catastrophe, the AFL-CIO has put forth some broad proposals to reform our unwieldy, ineffective and expensive heallh care structure. the United States. By the end of September, close to 95 percent of all unit equipment had been moved out of the Gulf. Sealift Can Be Reversed But the flow of sealift operations can easily be reversed should the need arrive, noted a spokesman for the Military Sealift Command (MSC), the military's waterbome transport agency. Critical to an immediate response are the mili­ tary's prepositioning ships, many of which are crewed by Seafarers and operated by SlU-contracted companies. Currently, the MSC's five Diego Garcia-based prepositioning ships •are reconstituted and fully loaded. These ships, which support the Marines, were the first Americanflag vessels to deliver military equipment to the gulf last August when President Bush launched Operation Desert Shield. The other MSC prepositioning ships are either back at their home base in the Guam/Saipan region, or in the last stages of loading or in U.S. shipyards for routine maintenance. A spokesman for MSC noted that should a mobiliza­ tion take place, there is nothing to hinder these ships from a speedy response to the call. \ Of the eight fast sealift ships, some continue to transport equip­ ment, while others are undergoing scheduled maintenance. At the end of September, 57 Ready Reserve Force (RRF) ships continue in activation status, with 41 of these under MSC's control. The remaining RRF ships are either on exercises or on assign­ ments unrelated the Persian Gulf situation. The U.S. military deployment in the gulf, at the end of Septem­ ber, stands at 11,000 Army per­ sonnel—mainly troops based in the area around Dharan and Ad Damman, Saudi Arabia; nearly 5,000 Air Force troops—some helping operate 60 attack planes; more than 4,000 Marines aboard four amphibious ships; and more than 16,000 Navy personnel on 26 ships. As the LOG was going to press, the 44-member U.N. nuclear weapons inspection team—after spending four days confined to a Baghdad parking lot—was about to begin cataloging material taken from the Iraqi nuclear regulatory offices. Iraq had consented to heli­ copter inspections of its military sites, but continued to protest other types of verification proce­ dures advocated by the U.N. group. I m ••II •V I �: yi:'\jq,:.s-'r'^. mmm WygwiP'BW'lW OaOBiR 1991 -Vv Protest to 'Worker Tax' Mounts The imposition of what amounts to a "worker tax" for seamen is stirring up strong opposition from all quarters of the maritime industry. In comments filed with the U.S. Coast Guard, unions representing ship­ board personnel—including the SIU, individual seamen and boatmen, ship operators, maritime training schools and various government agencies strongly protested the scheme to charge a fee for the issuance of merchant marine documents, licenses and certifi­ cates of registry. ^ — Casino Riverboat Crew Goes With the Seafarers '";-vl •'• ,^-nC. _ Deckhands Jeff Zeller (left) and Lonnie Partridge welcome passengers aboard the Alton Belle. The more than 150 employees of the Alton Belle Casino riverboat gambling operation have desig­ nated the Seafarers as their bar­ gaining representative. All hands are covered by the agreement—marine personnel, food and beverage service em­ ployees, galley workers, ticket More Photos on Page 8 sales-people, reservationists, housekeepers, cashiers and main­ tenance workers. Only supervi­ sors, guards and gaming personnel are excluded from the unit. "I always wanted a union," Deckhand Raymond Bburland told a reporter from the Seafarers LOG who visited the vessel during its first week of operation. Deckhand Bourland had been sailing the Mis­ sissippi on a non-union tug/barge when he heard about theriverboat and applied for work. "We need a union. They protect us," said Utilityman Virgil Alex- Buffet Server Joyce J. McKay makes sure a restaurant table is sparkling clean for its next guests. ander^ who works in the galley of the Alton Belle's floating dock/ barge. Based in Alton, III., along the Mississippi River, the company has outfitted the 165-foot, threedeck vessel with a host of gainbling equipment—ranging from more than 300 slot machines and Black Jack and Craps games ta­ bles to a mini-baccarat table. The vessel, when not out on the Mississippi River, ties up next to a floating structure—a two-deck barge known as the Alton Land­ ing. This facility houses two resContinued on page 8 In late June, the Coast Guard announced in the Federal Register plans to charge seamen fees ranging anywhere from $35 for a document without a qualified rating up to $330 for an upper level license. The Federal Register notice advised the public that the Coast Guard would accept comments on the proposal up to August 5. The agency has beeiv mandated to collect so-called user fees for costs associated with issuing zcards and marine licenses by the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990. That law was enacted by Congress and sighed by the president and is designed to re­ duce the nation's huge budget deficit. The Coast Guard has not desig­ nated a starting date in which it will begin collecting fees for documents and licenses. In fact, as the LOG went to press the Coast Guard had requested a re-opening of the comment p^od. That request is now before tte Sec­ retary of Transportation and the Office of Management and Bud­ get Should the comment period be re-opened, an announcement will appear in the Federal Register. SIU's Vigorous Objections The SIU's strongly-worded submission to the agency flat-out rejected the notion that American seamen and boatmen should have to pay to work. ". . . it is theunion's assertion that the proce­ dure Of tracking the skills of mari­ ners is done in the public interest, for the good of the citizenry as a whole. It is not logical to assume that safe waterways are only for the benefit of those who work on vessels," said SIU President Michael Sacco in the Seafarers communication. The SIU also vigorously ob­ jected to the inadequate disclosure of the methods used for deter­ mining the rates of the fees and the fact that the open-ended tax meant the charge could keep in­ creasing. Three Other Unions Protest Three other maritime unions lodged forceful protests to the scheme. Captain Timothy A. Brown, president of the Interna­ tional Organization of the Mas­ ters, Mates and Pilots noted that the licensing procedure of the Coast Guard "is a purely govern­ ment-required obligation that ben­ efits the population of the nation as a whole." "It is inequitable to shift this burden to the individuals who have had this requirement im­ posed on them by legislative or administrative boards," said Cap­ tain Brown. In addition, he labeled the plan "a smoke and mirror de­ vice to avoid the necessity of rai­ sing funds in the traditional gov­ ernment way." Among the points raised by Continued on page 22 Three Maritime Unions Join in Call For Policies to Raise U.S.-Fiag Fleet Concerned about the continuing decline of American shipping, the heads of three major unions repre­ senting shipboard personnel called on the industry and the government for an all-out effort to prevent the American flag from disappearing from the high seas. International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots Presi­ dent Timothy A. Brown; Licensed Division of District No. 1— MEBA/NMU Chairman Gordon M. Ward and SIU President Mi­ chael Sacco flatly rejected the no­ tion that the decline of the Ameri­ can merchant marine is irreversible. They took stock of the fractiousness within the industry which works against a consensus that is "so essential to a successful maritime program.r They pointed out that Congress, which has al­ ways supported U.S. shipping, has been frustrated by the situ­ ation. The officers said a united indus­ try, working with Congress, "might succeed in obtaining the participation, if not the leadership, of the national administration in developing a program of maritime revival." Text of Statement on Page 10 Recognizing the immediacy of the dangers posed by a rapidlydeclining U.S.-flag fleet, the three maritime union officers noted, "There is no purpose at this late date in apportioning responsibility for this serious state of affairs. "Rather, we must deal with the present and look to the future. What has been accomplished be­ fore can be accomplished again. In 1936, under the leadership of the national administration, the federal government, the Congress and the industry coalesced to ef­ fect the Merchant Marine Act of 1936. Again, in 1970, the federal government, the Congress anfl the industry supported a program charted by the national adminis­ tration that gave us the Merchant Marine Act of 1970." The three pointed out that "it is time once again to create a maritime program that will work for and serve America now and in the foreseeable future." Such a program will only come about with the "all-out collective cooperation and support from ev­ ery segment of maritime—the owners, the managers and the builders of vessels and the li­ censed and unlicensed shipboard operating personnel and all of the rest who have a stake in the future of the nation's private shipping industry," the statement of the three unions said. Copies of the joint statement were released to Confess, offi­ cials . within the administration, maritime interests and the press. i' • . , •, • '• tS' , >• 'v':: r,,,;I•• ; 4''-'. h'" '. ' • ; • ik.c;?v • • '• '/••••'•'V-. f:-|f �'.f', - " '' 1:. -•• , "''i: V "•••• '".y.'' ••'• r-", •: ••••:'-' '^y.. .. ':'^tj'*" SEAfMEHS 106 r"! New Bill Seeks Expanded U.S. Cnilse Ship Industry ii :.-:-^-^ai?-;?-:-.':: n \sv fe.';'- # • 6:.^ "-T.. I'. T" !'?"*• '••T- The SIU is strongly supporting a bill recently introduced in Con­ gress that, if passed, could lead to the investment of U.S. dollars in American passenger ship opera­ tions. Members of the House Mer­ chant Marine Subcommittee will meet October 10 to begin work on the bill sponsored by Representa­ tive Gene Taylor (D-Miss.), which is designed to make U.S. cruise ships more competitive in a mar­ ket that has been dominated by foreign-flag vessels. The bill, which has received bipartisan support from 72 cosponsors, would allow U.S.-flag cruise ships to offer regulated gambling on the high seas. The existing Gambling Ship Act which was intended to prohibit offshore casino barges from evading state anti-gambling statutes prevents U.S.-flag cruise vessels from of­ fering gambling on the high seas. (Several states, among them Florida, Texas and Mississippi, permit cruise-to-nowhere foreignflag gambling ships but federal agencies recently began enforcing applicable federal laws like immi­ gration and work visas, wage with­ holding and length of voyage to try to stop the unregulated gambling operations.) In 1990, unregulated shipboard gambling revenues reached $1.8 billion, almost all of it wagered by American citizens. None of this amount was spent on deep sea U.S.-flag vessels. Americans Are Passengers Approximately 120 ships, about 85 percent of the world deep sea cruise fleet, are based in the United States. All but two—the SlU-crewed Independence and Constitution—are foreign-flag and offer high seas gambling. Ameri­ can citizens compose 85 percent of the world's cruise passengers. Proponents of the bill note that a strong U.S.-flag cruise industry would assist U.S. shipping by pro­ viding thousands of jobs on the vessels, at shipyards and in offices related to the ships. Dollars spent aboard the liners would be re­ tained by the U.S. economy, gen­ erating tax revenues for federal, state and local governments. The bill would open new ports to the cruise industry, creating more jobs in those areas. Another benefit of a U.S.-flag cruise fleet would be seen in times of wiar. The vessels could be con­ verted into troop transports and hospital ships. Thousands of mer­ chant mariners already would be trained and available to crew sup­ ply ships. Passage of the bill would en­ hance the safety of Americans who sail aboard cruise ships. The U.S. Coast Guard and National Transportation Safety Board have i' if, •.. ,..; f: "v"' M9\ and shipping," Kelley noted. "The commission is trying to find a way to get all of them to participate in the funding before the government decides to impose user fees." The advisory board will be meeting in Erie, Pa. in the middle of October to discuss possible funding plans. Shipping interests have ex­ pressed the need for a new lock to handle the 1,000-footers sailing between Lake Superior and the rest of the Great Lakes. The Poe Lock, built in 1968, is the only one of the two operational locks near Sault Ste. Marie, Mich, capable of managing the larger vessels. The MacArthur Lock, built in 1943, is only 800 feet long. The other American locks, the Davis and Sabin, have been closed for years. The only Canadian lock was closed two years ago because of a lack of maintenance. A fear in the industry is that an accident or mechanical problem could force the Poe to close, thus tying up vessels for months or possibly a whole sailing season. ••;'>: V. -' S' ^r,i; I C: '• • f-.' ••:.'• H. (St-iM • . f-- r Ship congestion is a common sight at the Soo Locks on the Great Lakes. Maritime interests are seeking funds to expand this shipping txittieneck. 1 I, I''.'.!' ' • This has lead to life-threatening situations when accidents have occurred. It has even hampered routine safety drills. Sponsors of the bill note that these problems would be unlikely to occur on U.S.-flag passenger ships. Sen. Breaux Calls for Exclusion Of H/laritlmo In TraBo Talks The chairman of the Senate Merchant Marine Subcommittee is urging the U.S. Trade Represen­ tative (USTR) to reject sugges­ tions to include maritime and its related services in trade talks tak­ ing place around the world. "We have consistently opposed this and we should keep that posi­ tion," U.S. Sen. John Breaux (DLa.) told maritime representatives at a Propeller Club meeting in Washington last month. "We can­ not continue to give away this Funds Sought for New Facility at Soo Locks Great Lakes Commission repre­ sentatives hope to devise a plan to raise the local dollars for the badly needed construction of a new facility at the Soo Locks when the group meets later this month. The commission, which is made up of shipping interests from the eight-state region, had recom­ mended to Congress that the new facility be built totally with federal funds. However, Congress, in au­ thorizing the construction of a new lock, will not appropriate the ap­ proximately $280 million until 35 percent of it is raised in local funds. The commission has had diffi­ culty in finding a funding source because so many companies and governmental bodies are affected by the Soo Locks, according to Byron Kelley, SIU vice president for the Great Lakes and the only labor representative on the panel. "Everybody in the region bene­ fits from the locks—all eight states, ports and municipalities, mining interests, coal, steel, grain reported that on many occasions foreign-flag ship crewmembers from different nations could not communicate among themselves, let alone the passengers. Tentative plans for a new lock call for modifying the Davis and/ or Sabin into one deep, wide and long enough to handle the larger Lakes and deep sea vessels that sail the region. With the dredging and blasting needed, the project could take as long as two years. industry piece by piece." Breaux spoke out against sug­ gestions that shipping and mari­ time-related industries be included in the negotiations for a North American Free Trade Agreement. Breaux also noted that Norway recently asked that shipping be included in the stalled world trade talks known as the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade. "This could open the door for coastwise trade," Breaux stated. "Nordic maritime companies are as opposed to this as we are. The U.S. is in no position to accept this latest position." The Louisiana senator pointed out a Maritime Administration study showing approximately 40 of more than 50 countries sur­ veyed have cabotage laws on their books similar to the Jones Act, which limits the carrying of cargo between two U.S. ports to U.S.built, U.S.-flag vessels. Joe Powers Is Dead at 79 Pensioner Joseph Neal Powers, an active SIU member for more than 30 years, passed away Au­ gust 25 in New Orleans due to heart failure. He was 79 years old. Brother Powers was a colorful and well-known Seafarer of the post World War II years who started his working life as a dancer in Broadway musical productions. Because of his obvious concerns about the welfare of his shipmates. Seafarers affectionately called him "Mother Powers." Powers was a recertified chief steward. He was an active SIU member from 1942 until 1975, and he also answered the call for the Persian Gulf war. Powers was bom in Erin, Tenn. and joined the Seafarers in the port of New York. During the period of time he worked in Broadway productions. Powers performed in shows with such stars as Gene Kelley, Betty Davis, Agnes Moorehead and Joan Crawford. Throughout his life, he maintained close friend­ ships with those stars and other well-known figures from stage and film. Powers and Van Johnson were both choms dancers in the famed Broadway production "Pal Joey.'' As a Seafarer, Brother Powers had a reputation for mnning, an efficient galley and for taking an "Mother Powers," as Joe Powers was known throughout the SIU, was an active Seafarer from 1942 until 1975. He also served in the gulf war. active role in union matters. "He was always there when he was needed," an SIU official said. "He walked a lot of picket lines." Brother Powers, an avid New York Mets fan and a frequent contributor to the Seafarers LOG, sailed with various lines including Sea-Land, Delta and Alcoa. Friends and associates described him as being pleasant, reliable and a good union Democrat. In recent years Brother Powers lived in both New Orleans and Brooklyn, N.Y. He was buried in Rose Neath Cemetery in Bossier City, La. during a private service. �ocroBoiM .V- ••• Vv:.:'"i;i., on Raft SIU members aboard the SS Lake helped rescue four crewmembers from a sunken schooner September 14. The crew of the 100-year-old wooden schoo­ ner Heimdal had been in a life raft since their boat sank four days ear­ lier, roughly 300 miles off the North Carolina coast. The survivors "were in surpris­ ingly good shape and in good spir­ its," Electrician Rex Bolin told a reporter from the Seafarers LOG. "We picked them up on the first turn, due to the navigating skills of our captain (Bruno Ravalico)." AB Doug Buchanan noted there were no complications dur­ ing the rescue, which took place around midnight. "Thankfully the weather was really good and clear that night," he said. The rescued included U.S. citi­ zens Keith Wagner (captain) and Mary Flynn, along with Britons Ray Brown and Ray Brown Jr. They were sailing from New­ port, R.I. headed for Bermuda Chief Cook Judy Chester prepares meal for weary but happy survivors. X X PT'K w Crewmembers are all smiles the morning after the rescue. From the left (back row): Wiper Peter Murtagh, OS Richard Pumphrey, sun/ivors Ray Brown, Ray Brown Jr., Keith Wagner and Mary Flynn, Captain Bruno Ravalico. Kneeling: OS Gerald Stewart, FOWT Donald Hastings, OS Kevin Moon, Bosun Jack Cooper and Elec­ trician Rex Bolin. kS'f': Members of the Lake's steward department are (from left, standing) Steward Assistant Carol Lyon, Chief Steward Dianne Lupton, Chief Cook Judith Chester, (kneeling) Assistant Cook Kenneth Bethea and Steward Assistants Mary Lou Lopez and Luis A. Lopez. Bosun Jack Cooper (foreground), the four survivors and Captain Bruno Ravalico (far right) examine the life raft from the sunken Heimdal. when they abandoned the sinking Heimdal. The 75-foot schooner began taking on water September 10, after a wooden plank sprang. "When the water started coming in over the sides it went through the deck and got into the engine room," Wagner told the Provi­ dence (R.I.) Journal-Bulletin. "It flooded the generator and the bat­ tery packs. We couldn't touch any­ thing without getting electro­ cuted." The Heindal crew worked in shifts bailing with a five-gallon bucket, the newspaper reported. But fatigue and a lack of progress led them to abandon ship. The four crewmembers loaded 14 gallons of water, a month's worth of food and other supplies into the life raft, then watched the Heimdal sink hours later. "Frankly, we felt more secure in the raft than we did on the Heimdal," Wagner told the Jour­ nal-Bulletin. "It was a tight fit, but it was comfortable." However, Wagner and his asso­ ciates were anything but comfort­ able as ship after ship passed near the life raft without spotting it. At least five foreign-flag vessels failed to see flares and flashlights used by Heimdal crewmembers, noted Lake's Chief Cook Judy Chester. "They were so thankful to be rescued and safe at last," Chester said. "They never gave up hope of being rescued, because they were in a major traffic area." The Lake, a Ready Reserve Force vessel operated by Massa­ chusetts-based American Over­ seas Mkrine Corp., was trans­ porting military gear from the Per­ sian Gulf to Sunny Point, N.C. when crewmembers sighted a flare and flashlight beam. "They used their last flare to attract us," Bolin observed. Bosun Jack Cooper recalled, "I was on lookout on the starboard wing and spotted a red flare. I im­ mediately reported it to the third mate on watch—he had seen it also." After the captain was noti­ fied, Cooper relieved an OS on the wheel. "I noticed a red light also, but I wasn't sure what it was and it didn't register on the radar," said OS Kevin Moon. "The bosun came from the opposite side re­ porting the same thing." Chief Mate Donald Laverdure said in a letter to the Seafarers LOG: "The captain maneuvered the ship within 50 feet of the life raft and a heaving line was passed. The raft was pulled to the boarding ladder previously prepared while making the approach. "The three younger survivors were able to ascend the ladder un­ assisted while the elder required assistance in the form of a safety line manned by the ship's crew. After all the survivors were aboard, AB James Metz climbed down the ladder and made a heavy line fast, and the life raft was lifted aboard by the entire crew." SAs Carol Lyon and Mary Lou Lopez provided blankets for the weary but grateful survivors, who were sunbumed but did not require medical attention. Lyon and Lopez then secured clothing for them, while other galley gang members provided hot meals. "Our entire crew was alert aiid very pro­ fessional," Lyon said. "I'm glad we were there to help." Lopez, who sent the accompa­ nying photographs to the LOG and conducted several interviews for this article, said, "We just wanted to assist in any way we could. I had just gone to bed and noticed the engines were slowing down. I heard people running in the pas­ sageways, so I went to see what was happening." "We wish to-express our sincerest gratitude for our rescue and hospitality, and commend you for your professionalism throughout our rescue," the Heimdal's crewmembers wrote to the captain and crew of the Lake. SIU members aboard the Lake during the rescue were Cooper; ABs Buchanan, Metz, Stephen Votta, DanielPickelheimer, Paul Wade and Martin E. Snyder; OSs Richard Pumphrey, Gerald Stewart and Moon; Bolin; Engine Utility Richard Surrick; Oilers Gerald Daley, Ricardo Kamantigue and Mark Moran; FOWTs Donald Hastings, Roger Plummer and Craig Spencer, and Wiper Peter Murtagh, Steward/Baker Di­ anne Lupton, Chief Cook (3iester, AC Kenneth Bethea and SAs Lopez, Lyon and Luis Lopez. Survivors Keith Wagner and Mary Flynn are elated after their rescue by the Lake. •v;;? • t'S< �: V '•'..', ' 7-".'l ,:. :•_ ,A':' • "'• •. :-''i'. ' -. ' ' - v- i > 'VS •i • • T • • y •-• (.; . • /• • - 'i • %• : '\ i5.' i' . y-- '"" i •••.'' f •; .?:yWv r •••'i •• OA;'- ' Random Testing Begins For Seamen On U.S. Ships Seafarers are subject to random drug tests aboard ships at any time with the implementation of the U.S. Coast Guard-authorized pro­ gram October 1. Random testing is the last of five drug screening programs to be instituted after the Coast Guard issued a ruling November 21, 1988. A lawsuit brought shortly thereafter by the SIU and the Transportation Institute, an asso­ ciation of U.S.-flag shipping com­ panies, forced the agency to nar­ row the focus of its random testing rules and consequently delayed the implementation date of this kind of testing until now. The Coast Guard has deter­ mined that the number of individu­ als to be given random urinalysis tests shall be no less than 50 per­ cent of all crewmembers on an annual basis. All crewmembers whose duties are deemed safety sensitive will be given a urinalysis test when a vessel is selected for random testing. Technicians who have boarded the vessel to conduct the test will seal and identify each specimen before it is sent for labo­ ratory analysis. Refusal Akin to Failure The Coast Guard will consider any crewmember who refuses to take a test as having failed it. This includes those crewmembers aboard a vessel scheduled for a random test who have received their discharge papers and go down the gangway before being tested. "It doesn't matter that their time is up, they've received their pa­ pers and their replacement has arrived," said Augie Tellez, SIU assistant vice president. "The rule states they still have to stick around and take the test." If a crewmember fails a drug V .fSy'St- • • SCAFARiRS LOG •' jy ' •}• -I ':y<--^'iy Anti-Scab Bill Goes to Senate Legislation which would make it illegal for employers to fire strik­ ing workers and replace them with scabs will be considered by the Senate this fall. The House of Representatives on July 17 passed the Workplace Fairness Bill by a 65-vote margin. The legislation now goes to the Senate, where the battle for enact­ ment will be formidable. By late September, the legislation had 33 Senate cosponsors. The measures also would bar employers from offering preferen­ tial treatment and benefits to strik­ ing workers who cross the picket line and return to work. Secretary of Labor Lynn Martin has indicated that President George Bush will oppose the bill; therefore, the trade union move­ ment is seeking enough congres­ sional support to override the an­ nounced veto. The U.S. is virtually alone among world powers regarding the issue of permanent replacements. test, the rule states that "the indi­ vidual's employer or prospective employer shall report the test re­ sults in writing to the nearest Coast Guard Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. The individual shall be denied employment as a crewmember or removed from duties which directly affect the safe operation of the vessel as soon as practicable and shall be subject to suspension and revoca­ tion proceedings against his or her license, certificate of registry or merchant mariner's document." When the Coast Guard first an­ nounced its drug testing program in 1988, random was included in the package of tests with preemployment, periodic, post-acci­ dent and probable cause. How­ ever, the SIU lawsuit challenged the program's privacy rights for mariners. In December 1989, a federal district court allowed the Coast Guard to implement the other four tests but told the agency to rewrite its rules concerning random. When revised rules were issued in July 1990, again the SIU pointed out to the court that the Coast Guard had failed to define which mariners should be tested because their duties were very important to the safe navigation of a ship. The newest rules, under which testing has begun, were issued in July. The Coast Guard identifies crewmembers in safety sensitive positions to be those listed on the vessel's certificate of inspection. Sullivan Presents Ship's Banner to School TTTORH w PI^DESERT W 'A m DEL.IVER QMED William Sullivan presents Ken Conklin, Lundeberg School vice president, with an SIU banner created by Sullivan and fellow union members John Lawrence and Tom McDermitt on board the USNS Curtiss during Operation Desert Storm. The flag flew beside the Marines banner on the vessel. Buy/Ship American Provision Retained in Aid Bill by Panel House and Senate conferees kept the "buy American/ship American" language passed this summer by both chambers in a compromise foreign aid bill un­ veiled September 27. The bill agreed to by representa­ tives of both the House and Senate serving on a conference commit­ tee calls for nations that receive actual cash aid from the U.S. gov­ ernment to spend in a sliding scale up to 75 percent of the money by Fiscal Year 1996 on American goods which would be transported on U.S.-flag vessels. The bill exempts those nations, primarily Israel, which have been involved in the cash transfer pro­ gram since 1989 and have agreed to carry half of all the shipments on U.S.-flag bottoms. There has been no word from the White House as the Seafarers LOG went to press. However, President George Bush had stated when the House and Senate were debating the original bills he would veto any foreign aid bill with the buy American/ship American pro­ visions. Indications are that the president is holding to his threat. The House and Senate is ex­ pected to take up the compromise bill early this month. The upper chamber passed its version of the ship American provision by a 5542 margin while the House voted 246-175 to retain the language. Both bills received bipartisan support. The sliding scale adopted by the congressional conferees calls for 15 percent of the U.S. aid to be spent on U.S. goods and services during FY 1993, 35 percent in 1994, 55 percent in 1^5 and 75 percent in 1996 and thereafter. The bill ensures an equal distribu­ tion of the ports of departure. Learning to Read Changes Seafarer's Life For SIU member J.P. Rouyea, reading a newspaper or book or even a menu is not an act to be taken for granted. Neither is writing a letter to his wife, Margie. Until his recent visit to Piney Point, Md. the 47-year-old Rouyea could not read or write. But with the help of the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seaman­ ship—not to mention an awful lot of courage and determinationRouyea overcame his previous lack of education. The New Orle­ ans native took the Adult Basic Education (ABE) course at the Lundeberg School. He will never be the same. "This has opened so many doors in my life," Rouyea recently told a reporter from the Seafarers LOG. "I really missed out on a lot of things before. "For anybody who doesn't know how to read and write, Piney Point is the place to go—no ex­ cuses. It's a wonderful school with great teachers." Brother Rouyea admits he was "embarrassed and ashamed" about being unable to write any­ thing besides his name, and about not being able to read. He grew up on a farm, with five brothers and a sister. Like his father he learned to work hard but missed out on the classroom while trying to help make ends meet. In 1%2, Rouyea joined the union in the port of New Orleans. "I wanted to travel and I wasn't making any money ashore," he recalled. "A good friend had told me about the SlU. . . . My first Ship went around the world, and I've been sailing ever since. The travel is an education in itself." An OS who last month was upgrading to AB, Brother Rouyea years ago learned about the ABE courses at the Seafarers' school. But it took time for him to summon the strength to admit his handicap and then correct it. "It took some courage," Rouyea concedes. "It was a little hard at first, I didn't know what I was getting into. At times I didn't think I could make it, but I figured if everyone else could do it, I could, too." Brimming with pride and a sense of accomplishment, Rouyea intends to continue his education at the school. But for now he still is exhilarated about having taken that first, gigantic step. Brother Rouyea says his newly earned abilities virtually have put him in a new world. It is a feeling he last experienced back in 1962 when he first signed on a vessel. "It's amazing how much you're in the dark when you don't know how to read," says the soft-spoken Rouyea. "I wasn't sure about all this, but I remembered an older fellow, a guy about 70 who once told me 'You're never, never too old to learn something.' He was right. I feel like I've made a really good move." With a measure of satisfaction. Brother Rouyea concluded a re­ cent interview by asking for a copy of the LOG. He said he is looking forward to reading his story—and he certainly will not take that abil­ ity for granted. A '* 0- •jg/mgL V. 9 J.P. Rouyea was determined to team how to read. After completing the Lun­ deberg School's Adult Basic Educa­ tion course his dream came true. V'v-.- A"-'' .-V'"' -V'* \ ;'Vr- �ocroBeii m .. ••', - X-V; •' r ••'v'-Sjr'f t - A,',- =l .f :! "V./ • Fatal Factory Fire Points To Gaps In U.S. Safety Laws A fatal fire in a North Carolina chicken nuggets plant last month pointed to the bankruptcy of the nation's health and safety laws governing workplace hazards and has spurred Congress to consider legislation to reform the Occupa­ tional Safety and Health Act of 1970. When Senators Howard Metzenbaum (D-Ohio) and Edward Kennedy (D-Mass.) filed S. 1622 and Representative William Ford .vvS-\. The Ultra-supertanker Pacific begins operations after a long iayup. Largest U.S.Built Tanker Is Broken Out, Crowed SlU SIU members are sailing on the UST Pacific on a voyage that ends the supertanker's nine-and-a-halfyear layup caused by a weak oil market. The Pacific is operating between various ports in the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf. M. T. Trapp is the ship's bosun while J. Reed sails as the chief steward. The 390,000 deadweight ton vessel is transporting crude oil during this shakedown period while it awaits a regular charter, according to a spokesman for Interocean Management, Inc., the vessel's operating company. Such a charter is expected after the first of the year, the spokesman added. in May, SIU members signed y" ''^''fe' '• t on in Singapore to begin work on updating the safety and design features aboard the 1,187-foot ship. The vessel headed for the Middle East in July. The Pacific and its sister ship, the UST Atlantic, are the largest U.S.-flag tankers built in America and the largest merchant vessels ever built in the Western hemi­ sphere. The Pacific made its maiden voyage in December 1980, one year after the oil crisis in the United States. The ultra-supertanker can hold almost three million barrels of crude oil. It is propelled by a 45,000-horsepower steam turbine engine capable of producing 15'/2 knots. • •'''• ' ... *. '":r'i'viSVin. . ,.- - \5 Taking a break in the gaiiey of the supertanker are Chief Cook Russeii Beyschau and Steward Assistants Benny Mathews and Armando de Jesus. • •.! ••'•, .' V Chief Pumpman Bo Francisco, Second Pumpman Alexander Caiimer, OS Thomas Nesby and QMED Julio Paminiano pose aboard the deck of the UST Pacific. Witnesses said the fire emergency doors were padlocked, leading to the death of 25 workers in a North Carolina poultry plant. • (D- Mich.) placed H.R. 3160 in the hopper on August 1, both bills were given little chance for consid­ eration. However, a fire that killed 25 workers and injured another 55 in the Imperial Food Products plant in Hamlet, N.C. on September 3 hustled the legislation to the forefront of the House Committee on Education and Labor. Many workers suffocated when they could not escape through fire escapes that had been locked to prevent employees from stealing chicken parts, according to the company. The facts surrounding the in­ ferno were similar to the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory blaze that claimed the lives of 146 women and young girls when they were unable to escape because exits were locked to prevent unau­ thorized breaks. The tragedy led to the first federal workplace safety laws. The Senate and House bills are designed to expand both the origi­ nal act's coverage and the role workers play in assuring safe and healthy workplaces. A major com­ ponent of the reform legislation calls for the establishment of Continued on page 24 -'It ETC Chaiiman lauds COS Pmgmm The operator of'a fleet of U.S.flag LNG carriers said construction differential subsidies are an indispensible part of the American mer­ chant marine. Dr. C.Y. Chen, chairman of the board of Energy Transportation Corporation (ETC), made his re­ marks September 10 at a cere­ mony honoring crewmembers from the LNG Gemini (see story on page 11). Sec­ retary of Trans­ portation Samuel K. Skinner, who was present at the Or.C.Y.Chen event, took cog­ nizance of Dr. Chen's statements. "While we honor these individ­ uals, I would also take this oppor­ tunity to pay tribute to our govern­ ment's farsighted maritime policy laid down in the early 1970s," Chen said. "For it was only with the Title XI guaranteed mortgage program that our fleet was put together ..." ETC operates a fleet of eight liquified natural gas ships which are the only American-flag vessels engaged in a foreign-to-foreign trade route. "Since the beginning of our op­ eration more than a decade ago, our fleet has been and still is the only American-flag fleet compet­ ing head-to-head effectively with foreign fleets in a trade totally unrelated to the U.S. "' am told that our project is one the most successful projects financed under the Title XI pro­ gram. It goes to prove that there is nothing inherently wrong with •its .T'l the government mortgage pro­ gram at all, [despite] criticism from various quarters," Chen con­ tinued. "The only thing it needs is prudent administration of the program. "It is my hope and, indeed, our industry's hope that our govern­ ment will see fit to maintain and strengthen this program so that many new ships can be built under the American flag and that it will accord a brighter future to deserv­ ing professionals such as the ones we honor today." Skinner spoke in response to Chen's talk. The secretary of transportation assured Chen that he had heard the remarks and the words were not in vain. r At the Hall Center Ceremony On page 14 of the September edi­ tion of the Seafarers LOG, a photo­ graph was misidentified as Bonnie Jaiufka, personnel administrator for Ocean Shipholdings. Above is the photograph that should have ap­ peared. Also, John Dwyer should have been identified as a retired official of the union. ••;;;> 'I •i ••• • •" �SaFARCRS lOG 8 H|!^. t »-•. ,'i.'V' ' " • f - S t-. •1^ • • • tj «•• • • •.i ••• • "• Galley worker Rhonda Brown dices celery stalks for the floating barge's secondfloor buffet table. Making iunches quickly requires teamwork as (ieft to right) Tom Ortner, Joy Motley and Mary Hunstman show. Chili is a favorite among Alton Belle passengers as galley worker Sheila Pennell prepares more. Deckhand Sky Mills awaits the word from the bridge to help shove off the riverboat from the dock. Casino Riverboat Empioyees Go With Seafarers '•' I" ". ' a;..- -I mmuMM a:- JY;\' \ '• h'' • Continued from page 3 taurants, indoor and outdoor cocktail lounges, a ticket sales office and a gift store. The com­ pany also maintains an office from which telephone reservationists answer hundreds of daily in­ quiries. The Alton Belle opened for business to the public last month, becoming the first riverboat gam­ bling operation in Illinois riyers since a bill was enacted last year by the state's legislature and signed by the governor authoriz­ ing such ventures on the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers. Hope for Success There is a great deal of hope that this new venture will be successful enough to become a long-lasting source of employment opportuni­ ties for Alton-area residents and a source of revenue for the com­ munity. "This is a big thing for Alton," said Buffet Server Joyce J. McKay. "We needed it." Reservationist Dana Young commented on the large influx of patrons coming to Alton to take the riverboat cruise. "The people in Alton are in culture shock. We've already seen a lot of locals and tourists, especially from St. Louis, in the first week." An economic impact summary prepared for the company esti­ mates the number of visitors Alton might expect is between 650,000 to 1,440,000. Additionally, the study says the City of Alton can expect somewhere between $2.7 and $5.8 million in direct tax money, while the ripple effect of the riverboat operation will generate between $18 to $39 million in shore-side expenditures within the city. Deckhand Scott Wathern, a life­ long resident of nearby Wood River, told a Seafarers LOG re­ porter that he had been looking for work and was glad find a job with the new venture. "This has been fun and interesting. I learn something new everyday." Housekeeper Sharon Tucker also said she had been seeking employment and thanked her sis­ ter-in-law—Housekeeper Mary Shaw—for telling her about the new company. "I've never worked on a riverboat before. I like this; it's fun." "I love this job," said Buffet Server June Niemann. "I also am looking forward to seeing a lot of winners (in the restaurant)." After more than ninety percent of the covered employees had cho­ sen the Seafarers as their bar­ gaining agent, and the company had recognized the union as such, a three-year contract was negoti­ ated. The pact, which increased wages, added holidays and sick leave, and established other new benefits for the employees, was ratified by close to 90 percent of the unit. ftovisions were set forth in the contract to allow for reopening negotiations as it becomes clear the enterprise is fully established, secure and prosperous. The Hotel Employees Restau­ rant Employees Union, which has made efforts to win representation of the Alton Belle employees, filed a protest with the National Labor Relations Board when recognition of the Seafarers was announced. The SIU is doing all it can to resolve this matter in the near future. The riverboat cruise takes 90 minutes as the vessel sails six miles along the Illinois shoreline and then returns to Alton. Patrons are permitted aboard 30 minutes before sailing and can stay aboard an additional 30 minutes after docking. The customer is allowed to gamble the minute he or she boards the vessel. Safety Drills Shortly before the Alton Belle made its maiden voyage, Ben Cusic, an instructor from the Lundeberg School of Seamanship, was aboard to conduct intensive training of all hands in shipboard safety procedures. Among the exercises success­ fully completed by Alton Belle Casino employees were ones in fire fighting, man overboard proce­ dures, abandon ship calls and other requirements leading to U.S. Coast Guard certification, which a vessel must have in order to operate. WiBW'Sl fe:JV P-i' Reservationists Karia Long (left) and Dana Young greet customers in the ticket office aboard the Alton Landing, a floating structure which also houses a gift shop, two restaurants and lounges. Reservationist Pat Noble handles one of the many phone calls for tickets aboard the vessel. Hostess/Cashier Connie McKay sup­ plies a warm welcome when patrons visit the upstairs buffet. -1 Making sure the diners are happy is the job of buffet servers (left to right) Connie Walswick, Wendy Gottlob and June Niemann. ' 'st: Utilityman Virgil Alexander (left) and Storeroom/Receiver Jack Milster (center) talk with SiU Assistant Vice President Tony Sacco. �•;r,--.^:':y- OaOBER 799/ -- - .feifr;:! New Orleans, Honolulu Conduct Bonofit Conforoncos Discussing topics ranging from college scholarships to retirement plans, Seafarers, SIU pensioners and family members last month continued learning about their medical benefits during conferen­ ces in New Orleans and Honolulu. Designed to provide a full re­ view of benefits available through the Seafarers' various plans, the conferences have been well at­ tended. This month's conference will take place October 10 in Jack­ sonville, Fla.; the 1991 series then moves to San Juan, P.R. November 7 before concluding in Algonac, Mich. December 6. The conferences, which began in May, are open to all Seafarers, SIU pensioners and family mem­ bers. The gatherings coincide with the union's monthly membership meetings. Medical personnel from desig­ nated preferred provider organiza­ tions (PPOs) are present at each session. They conduct important medical screenings, answer ques- training benefits available to Sea­ farers. The workshop-like setting at each conference encourages those attending to fully participate and ask questions on any matter of interest. The average attendance has been more than 100 in each hall. • , • - •' In front row (from left), Glenn Fern, Austin Miles, Brian Ortiz and Joe Ortiz Jr. enjoy best seats at Honolulu benefits conference. tions and advise Seafarers and their families on topics such as preven­ tive health care. There also is an abundance of medical literature available at each conference, including packets which describe in detail the bene­ fits plans for active members, pen­ sioners and dependents. Seafarers Plan officials conduct the main program at each confer­ ence, reviewing in detail the union's various plans — including medical, vacation, pension and Deck department member Raynell Moon and son, Raynell Jr., listen to benefits information in New Orleans hall. Seafarers Dedicate New Union Haii in Honoiuiu SIU President Michael Sacco (left) and Honolulu Port Agent Tom Fay, wearing traditional Hawaiian leis, cut the ribbon at a ceremony marking the opening of the union's new hall. The opening of a new union hall in Honolulu was celebrated by Seafarers on September 12. The SIU's newest office—lo­ cated at 606 Kalihi Street—opened for business in March, but renova­ tions had been taking place until the week of the dedication cere­ mony. The hall is roughly four miles west of the union's previous facil­ ity on Cooke Street. It is larger than the old one, includes a classroom and is only two blocks from the waterfront. Moreover, the new hall is closer to the facilities used by two SlU-contracted companies, Sea-Land and Matson. The property includes more than 9,200 square feet of land (with parking available for 24 vehicles), while the building takes up more than 4,000 square feet. SIU President Mike Sacco at­ tended the ceremony, which drew coverage from local media. SIU members contributed their culinaiy skills to the event. The Hawaii-based Seafarers, many of whom sail on the two passenger ships of American-Hawaiian Cruise Lines, helped prepare and serve a buffet for the guests attend­ ing the event. The union sold its previous hall to the Hawaii Community Development Authority earlier this year. SIU member Carl Poggioli slices roast pig during dedication ceremony. Fall in Temperature Has No Effect On Orgulf Pushboat Operations L W-'IHIsiS-' The Peter Fanchi just dropped off 15 light barges and now is ready for 15 more. As the cooler winds of autumn begin sweeping down from the north, SIU crewmembers aboard Orgulf tugboats along the Missis­ sippi River system continue to work without interruption. The only change that would be visible might be crewmembers wearing warmer clothes. Other­ wise, the pushboats ply the water­ ways delivering grain, oil and other commodities between St. Paul, Minn., Pittsburgh and the Gulf of Mexico with no operational dis­ tractions. Low water levels on the rivers remain which is causing the crews of the Peter Fanchi arid Twin Cities to keep on the look­ out for dangerous situations. Both tugs are capable of pushing 15 barges at a time to or from the Moore's Landing staging facility for Orgulf. The Twin Cities is the smaller of Cook Robert Charlet prepares the next the two. It operates primarily along day's menu for the Twin Cities crew. the Ohio River. The Peter Fanchi sails the upper Mississippi be­ tween Moore's Landing and St. Paul. I Lead Deckhand Tommy Guidry of the Peter Fanchi prepares to go to work. •• Twin Cities deckhands grab some coffee before the pusher leaves Moore's Landing. Deckhand Leepoleon Mays takes a quick From left: Scott Hiett, Harold Anderson and Tim Parker. break aboard the Peter Fanchi. -J.!'" • - 'V �•: •. - • V 'm n SCAMfffffS lOG Text of Statement by 3 Maritime Unions iSfi' The following is the text of the statement that was issued by the heads of three unions representing shipboard personnel in which they called for joint action on the part of the industry and govern­ ment to prevent the disappearance of the American flag from the high seas. The reality is painfully clear: America's privately-owned mer­ chant fleet continues its dangerous slide^ a victim of national ne­ glect and apathy, with even the industry itself seemingly unmoved by the potential consequences. Each passing day for the past dozen or so years has seen a re­ lentless decline in the numbers of ships flying the Stars and Stripes, and with it a steady erasing of United States visibility in the ports of the world. The total number of privately owned vessels of U.S. registry is now 377. Ten years ago, it was 533. Twenty years ago, it was 834, and the number of deep sea jobs in the privately owned active fleet has dropped from 42,000 in 1970 to 10,000 today. -iiv ;; •;"/;;::•'|^ • . •• •:;'• if; ;• ,,r- . - '- t. ' -V '''' •••'.f • ''." ;;. ;|.:i::: •- " • V- -••y . • -/ •" •' •' . '.ii- ,. .". -• The consequences of these disturbing numbers are grave: 1) the nation becomes more and more vulnerable economically, strategi­ cally and militarily, as demonstrated during the recent Desert Storm sealift buildup where the Pentagon was forced to hire foreign flag vessels to transport U.S. military hardware; 2) the seafaring and shipbuilding skills that had contributed to, and Were so much a part of, America's development as a trading nation and world power are presently depleted and could be lost forever, and; 3) be­ cause no nation, throughout the history, has ever achieved or main­ tained greatness without a strong and viable shipping capability, America on her present course is destined to wind up as a second rate military and trading power. As citizens concerned with the maintenance of our nation's posi­ tion and role in the world scheme, and as representatives of ship­ board personnel who are dependent on the health of the maritime industry for their livelihoods, we flatly reject the notion that the sit­ uation is irreversible. There is no purpose at this late date in apportioning responsibility for this serious state of affairs. Rather, we must deal with the pres­ ent and look to the future. What has been accomplished before can be accomplished again. In 1936, under the leadership of the na­ tional administration, the federal government, the Congress and the industry coalesced to effect the Merchant Marine Act of 1936. Again, in 1970, the federal government, the Congress and the in­ dustry supported a program chartered by the national administra­ tion that gave us the Merchant Marine Act of 1970. No program or policy can be flexible or elastic enough to func­ tion eternally in this constantly rapidly changing world. It is time once again to create a maritime program that will work for and serve America now and in the foreseeable future. The ele­ ments of such a program will only be realized as a result of all-out collective cooperation and support from every segment of mari­ time—the owners, the managers and the builders of vessels, and the licensed and unlicensed shipboard .operating personnel and all the rest who have a stake in the future of the nation's private ship­ ping industry. 'K:. •' • !i '''^''"'" V-'yi :J : .• KV-: f ' " . 'S •t r •'••••I That collective support would create an atmosphere that could end Congress' frustration over the division within the industry that militates against the consensus that is so essential to a successful maritime program. It is thus possible that a united industry, sup­ ported by a Congress that has always demonstrated a concern for the state of U.S. shipping, might succeed in obtaining the participa­ tion, if not the leadership, of the national administration in devel­ oping a program of maritime revival. The SIU recently announced it supports the primary aim of a bill designed to help restore depleted stocks of ocean ^oundfish. But the union also said it is opposed to parts of the bill which could eliminate many Seafarers' jobs. Henri Francois, SIU port agent in New Bedford, last month testi­ fied in Boston before a House Merchant Marine and Fisheries subcommittee. Speaking on behalf of Seafarers, Francois offered al­ ternatives to portions of the bill sponsored by Representative Gerry Studds (D-Mass.), who chairs the subcommittee. The Studds bill "will require further sacrifices on the part of an industry that cannot afford to sacrifice," Francois said. "The SIU and its members have already bitten the bullet and have tight­ ened our belts." Francois pointed out to the sub­ committee that the SIU contract covering working conditions on New Bedford fishing boats already includes conservation measures such as mandatory lay-overs be­ tween trips. He suggested that avenues such as trip limits and lay-overs be explored as an alternative to dras­ tic cut-backs in employment. One aspect of this plan which has drawn particular fire from the SIU is the planned expenditure of $10 million in 1992 and similar expenditures for the years 199395 expressly to be used for job retraining. Francois stated in his testimony that in the economic climate of New Bedford, where the unem­ ployment rate is estimated to be around 15 to 20 percent, retraining for other jobs might be an "exer­ cise in futility." Even if jobs were available, Francois said that the men would simply go elsewhere to enter an­ other fishery. "It would be: ex­ tremely difficult or near impossi­ ble [for SIU fishermen] to replace century old customs and traditions with alien ocupations," he said. He also noted the adverse impact on New Bedford and other fishing communities where many people are dependent on the industry for their livelihoods. As an alternative to dramatic reductions in fishing opportuni­ ties, the SIU advocated practical measures such as mandatory mini­ mum lay-overs between fishing trips; trip limitations fairly distrib­ uted between all active vessels; and closures of certain fishing grounds vital to the regeneration of the target species of fish, pri­ marily haddock, cod, and flounder. Rep Studds listens to testimony of SIU Port Agent Henri Francois. In announcing the fishing con­ servation bill, Studds said, "The most practical way to conserve fish is to reduce fishing." That is the aim of the New England Groundfish Restoration Act. Through a moratorium on new fishing vessels and a program to buy-out some existing vessels— tentatively funded by a controver­ sial 15 cent fuel tax on fishermen— the bill aims at doubling the stocks of New England groundfish within five years. The bill in general has been favorably received by representa­ tives of the fishing industry in the Northeast. Dwindling stocks of groundfish hav.e meant lean times in places like New Bedford where foreclosures on fishing vessels are becoming common. Action on this bill is expected shortly, because March 1, 1992 is a deadline set by a court order for the New England Fishery Man­ agement Council (NEFMC) to put in place its own conservation plan. If no plan is forthcoming then authority for setting a plan falls to the secretary of commerce in whose department the NEFMC, part of the Fish and Wildlife Serv­ ice, falls. It goes without saying that the task is most formidable, but con­ sidering the alternative, absolutely essential. As the elected representatives of licensed and unlicensed marine personnel, skilled and dedicated American workers all, we are de­ termined to devote maximum effort to finding answers to America's maritime dilemma. We respectfully urge all other components to do likewise, so we can be sure the American flag will not disappear from the high seas. Let us hope we can repeat the words used by the United States Maritime Commission in its first report to Presi­ dent Roosevelt, as required by the Mechant Marine Act of 1936, "We are about to start again ... not in a riot of enthusiasm, not with an expenditure of billions, but with a carefully planned pro­ gram that gives due regard to the factors of need, method and cost." Capl. Timothy A. Brown President Masters, Mates and Pilots i'*",' i «Vi SlU Offm Alternatives To Cuts in Fishing Jobs ' -v ;• Gordon M. Ward Michael Sacco Chairman, Licensed Division President District No.l—MEBA/NMU Seafarers International Union SIU New Bedford officials Henri Francois (right) and Gerard Dhooge testify on a controversial fishing bill currently before a congressional subcommittee. . J,' •• �piiippi|ii'liiiMiliiBii|l^ oaoBiR m V -"'sj'.-' • Five LMG Gemini Crewmen CHed for Rescue at Sea Five crewmembers of the LNG Gemini, including two SIU mem­ bers were awarded the Meritorious Service Medal by Secretary of Transportation Samuel K. Skinner at a special Washington, D.C. re­ ception on September 10. Seafarers Victor Honigsfeld and Jeffrey Amendolia, both of whom sail as ABs, were among those honored for efforts two years ago to rescue 18 Taiwanese sea­ men whose vessel sank in the South China Sea. As the 100 or so guests walked into the ceremony, they saw vivid reminders of the November 1989 rescue performed by crewmem­ bers of the LNG Gemini, one of the liquified natural gas carriers oper­ ated by Energy Transportation Corp. (ETC). Enlarged photo­ graphs showed the exceptionally rough, icy seas and the wearied looks of the Taiwanese sailors and the rescuers alike. Honigsfeld, unable to take his eyes off the photographs, said in a low tone, "I hope that if I'm ever in that position, someone else will be there to help.... You just want to help the people. This really shows Sixteen Taiwanese crewmembers from two lifeboats of tfie Kao Hwa III were rescued by tfie LNG Gemini crew. how dangerous the sea can be We just did what we needed to do. It came as a shock when I got the invitation to come here." Amendolia was at sea, therefore SIU Vice President Joseph Sacco accepted his medal. Also honored at the ceremony were Second Mate John Codispoti and Third Mate Steven Sellers (each receiving a Meritorious Service Medal) and Third Mate Michael Hainen (Dis­ tinguished Service Medal). Honigsfeld also was a recipient of the U.S. Merchant Marine Expe­ ditionary Award for his contribu­ tions supporting the Desert Shield and Desert Storm operations. "I'm honored that we've been chosen to receive the awards, but 26 people on the ship worked just as hard," Codispoti said. "Every­ one did something." Seafarers Respond Just after 7 a.m. on November 20, 1989, the SlU-crewed Gemini picked up a distress call from the Panamanian-flagged Kao Hwa HI. Within 90 minutes, lookout OS Allen Kindt caught sight of a red hand-flare forward of foe beam. • Shortly, the liquified natural gas carrier approached two lifeboats carrying 16 Kao Hwa III crewmembers. Members of foe deck gang rigged the starboard He cut himself free and eventu­ ally was pulled to safety by Amendolia and Codispoti. The Gemini later recovered foe bodies of two dead crewmembers LNG Gemini seamen honored at the awards ceremony were, from left, AB Victor Honigsfeld, Third Mate Michael Hainen, Third Mate Steven Sellers and Second Mate John Codispoti. (Not pictured is AB Jeffrey Amendolia.) gangway and a pilot ladder and put a boat rope over the side. The Gem­ ini was positioned so foe Kao Hwa in lifeboats, tossed about by the rough sea, could come alongside. The occupants then were as­ sisted aboard and members of the steward department provided blan­ kets and hot tea. ITie Taiwanese seafarers were sent to the ship's hospital and cadets' room for hot showers while crewmembers washed and dried their clothes. "Some of them were crying," recalled Honigsfeld, a 1989 gradu­ ate of the Lundeberg School whose first voyage included foe rescue. "Some seemed like they were in shock, and others tried to help their shipmates." Rescuing foe lifeboat occupants was only a relatively short part of what tumed out to be a 12-hour operation. Gemini crewmembers learned that five Kao Hwa IE sail­ ors had not entered lifeboats, so Captain Norman Smith maneu­ vered his ship upwind of where foe lifeboats had been sighted. "The SIU people did a great job," Third Mate Hainen told a Seafarers LOG reporter during the ceremony. "Some that aren't men­ tioned had binoculars to their faces for eight to 10 hours. They had sunbum and windbum, but there were no complaints." Eventually two men on a piece of wood were spotted amidst a sea littered with the remnants of foe Kao Hwa III. A life ring was thrown to the two seamen who were drifting rapidly past foe Gem­ ini. One man was brought to the ladder by using foe life ring. The other seaman grabbed foe boat rope. As soon as foe man on the ladder was safely on the gangway, foe life ring was passed to the seaman holding the boat rope. But the man's leg was caught in a line se­ curely tied to foe wood. Captain Smith began backing foe screw, allowing crewmembers to pull foe man closer. Amendolia tended the line while Hainen took foe bitter end of the line from the life ring, descended foe ladder and went into water to hand foe bound seaman a knife. from the Kao Hwa HI. Meanwhile, another Taiwanese seaman was saved by the MY Plata, a vessel in foe area that also heard foe distress call. "We were surprised at how quickly [some of the Taiwanese seafarers] started showing signs of hypothermia," said Codispoti. "The weather was horrendous, but you wouldn't think it would show up that quickly. ... I still think about the guys we weren't able to get to in time. We were so close." Hainen described the ordeal as "exhilarating. You have to stay fo­ cused, but after 10 or 11 hours you do start thinking about the time.T know I got exhausted pulling peo­ ple out of the lifeboats. ... It felt good and yet dealing with the bod­ ies was the down side. You do a lot of second-guessing." Meanwhile Honigsfeld, 26, could not believe he was receiving such a high honor. The native of New York could not even swim when he first joined foe Seafarers; yet his thorough training and gutsy work under extraordinary condi­ tions helped save 18 lives. The Taiwanese seamen have not forgotten the efforts of Honigsfeld, Amendolia and the rest of the Gemini crew. "He still receives letters from the people he helped save," said Honigsfeld's mother, Rochelle, who attended the cere­ mony. "When I read some of them I started to cry. It's unbeliveable the love they have for him.... I'm extremely proud of my son.' ABs Honigsfeld and Amendolia were awarded a Meritorious Service Medal from the secretary of transportation. SIU Executive VP Joseph Sacco, left, accepts the award from Secretary of Transportation Samuel K. Skinner on behalf ilfof of AB Jeffrey Amendolia. • W:- • /••A-'•' V-' Maritime Administrator Warren Leback, center, presents AB Victor Honigsfeld with medal while Kendall Chen, vice president, ETC, looks on. 'V*' if -"1 AB Victor Honigsfeld, left, listens as his mother, Rochelle, talks about the letters her son has received from some of the survivors of the Kao Hwa III. �mmmmmmmm am SUfAREKS LOG iiiv li/': ;A;;' ,::,-4; ^ ¥; ;:'. 1)1; ••• r^<.:;\ - "u-t-)' •-ill •'/" V'i f •?«: ;.' -i.t- ® ' • ' I' Wl •t:.' •n Seafarer Race Acts as Goodwill Envoy to Southampton It might be an understatement to say SIU member Ralph R. Race made the best of a difficult situa­ tion. Race, 46, became a self-ap­ pointed goodwill envoy while working aboard the Cape Mohican last winter. The vessel was stranded in Southampton, England due to boiler problems. When he was not working. Race—who lives in Southampton, Pa. near Philadel­ phia—met with various officials and citizens of the English city. He exchanged gifts with South­ ampton's mayor and police offi­ cers, toured the area and helped foster an already friendly and ac­ tive relationship between residents of these sister cities. "Of all the places I've been, the Middle East, the Far East, I'd go back to Southampton, England be­ fore anywhere else," AB/Tankerman Race recently told a reporter from the Seafarers LOG. "The people were so nice there. The experience was just overwhelm­ ing." Race has enjoyed a bit of celeb­ rity status since his unscheduled overseas visit which resulted in the cultural exchange between the Southamptons. The longtime Sea­ farer was featured in two English newspapers, in a Southampton, Pa. magazine and in the Philadelphia Inquirer. It all started in November 1990 when the Cape Mohican delivered military cargo to the Persian Gulf. The vessel then headed for Eng­ land to pick up more materiel, but problems developed with the boil­ ers and the ship stopped in South­ ampton. Anticipating a lengthy layover while repairs were made, most of the crewmembers were sent home. Race, who joined the union in 1968 in Philadelphia, and a few others remained on board the Cape Mohi­ can, with Race coordinating the repairmen. Race also handled var­ ious duties ranging from checking fuel lines to scrubbing toilets and cleaning rooms. "That's your home, you know, and you can't have someone walking into a dirty room," Race explained. He credits his aunt and uncle, Monica and Ron Pinciotti, for sug­ gesting the gift exchange. Race lives with the Pinciottis in South­ ampton, Pa., and he contacted them from England. The Pinciottis got in touch with local township ofHcials and police and subsequently put together a gift package for Brother Race to deliver in England, The package included police chevrons and a badge, an insignia for a police cap, T-shirts, Christmas ornaments and a license plate. Soon thereafter Race met with the mayor of Southampton, Her Worship Mary Key. They ex­ changed various memorabilia, with Race receiving items such as a silver medallion, a crystal paper­ weight and two history books from the Southampton Library. Race even donned the ceremo­ nial robes and hat. visits to the city. He said he appre­ ciated the consistently fine treat­ ment he received. "It wasn't just a couple of visits, where everyone is going to be nice and you don't see any bad sides," Race noted. "I still can't believe the gracious hospital­ ity we received." Race's exhilarating experience in Southampton was tempered some­ what by the seriousness of his role in Operation Desert Shield. Although he retumed to the United States l^fore combat began, "I didn't feel safe until I got back," he said. Brother Race shares a laugh with Her Worship Mary Key, mayor of Southampton. Of the mayor. Race said, "She is so intelligent and jovial: I called her Your Worship, which you're supposed to do, and she said, 'Oh, just call me Mary.' She served tea and gave me a cigarette. She is quite friendly." Race and a few other SIU mem­ bers also met with other South­ ampton officials and socialized with the town bobbies. Since the Cape Mohican re­ mained in Southampton until Christmas, Race made repeated Persian Gulf Volunteer Usually a tugboat worker. Race decided to volunteer for the Pers­ ian Gulf after a conversation with his aunt. "I never had military ex­ perience, but she reminded me of my obligation to my country," he recalled. "We talked for a while and I said, 'You're right.' I decided to do it." The Cape Mohican delivered a shipment of tanks to Ad Damman, Saudi Arabia before the boiler trouble sidelined the ship in England. Appeals Board Amends Shipping Rules; Affects Registration Process on Weekends The Seafarers Appeals Board has amended the shipping rules to allow members to register on board a ship after the union hall has closed for a weekend or holi­ day when signing off during a payoff or layup. A second action taken by the board, which consists of representatives from both the union and its contracted compa­ nies, clarifies a provision regard­ ing permanent positions. SAB Action 356 calls for the union representative present at a payoff or layup to register for employment members signing off who possess the proper docu­ ments if the payoff or layup occurs after 12 noon on a Saturday or anytime on a Sunday or holiday. "This action was taken to pre­ vent members from having to pay for food and lodging or being in­ convenienced in any other fash­ ion," said Angus "Red" Campbell, SIU vice president for collective bargaining. The other change, known as SAB Action 357, clarifies Rule 5 A 12 (a) that permanent jobs are on specifically designated vessels. Both actions, which took effect immediately upon passage, are printed below: SAB Action 356 The Seafarers Appeals Board acting under and persuant to the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Union and the vari­ ous Contracted Employers, hereby takes the following action. Whereas, vessels may lay up or poy off outside the normal spread of business hours in effect in all the Labor-Management Hiring Halls, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday and 8:00 a.m. to noon on Saturday, and Whereas, seamen are inconve­ nienced by having to wait until the next business day to register for employment, creating expenses for food and lodging for seamen who do not reside in or near the port of payoff, and Whereas, a Union ojficial is present at all scheduled payoffs. Therefore, to avoid delay for the seamen going home and eliminate the cost forfood and lodging. Rule 5 A 2 (a) shall be amended by adding a new paragraph, which shall read as follows: "In the event a vessel lays up or pays off after twelve noon on Saturday or at a time that would prevent the seamen from register­ ing before the hiring hall closed on Saturday or on a Sunday or Holiday; the Union ojficial as­ signed to the vessel for the payoff shall examine each crewmembers' Merchant Mariners document, clinic card, union identification, passport and drug clearance certi­ fication, and if all documentation is in order, shall be registered in the port of payoff on the next official business day, if so re­ quested, unless their alloted em­ ployment time aboard the vessel has expired as provided in Rule 2 G I, 2 G 19 and 2 H. Seamen whose documents are not in order shall be subject to the provisions contained in paragraph one above." The remainder of Rule 5 A2 (a) shall continue in full force and effect. Dated: September 4, 1991 SAB Action 357 The Seafarers Appeals Board acting under and pursuant to the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Union and the vari­ ous Contracted Employers, hereby takes the following action. For purposes of clarity. Rule 5 A 12 (a), first paragraph shall be amended to read as follows: (a) "The following specified rat­ ings enumerated in this subsection (a), possessing Class 'A' senior­ ity, upon attaining four (4) months of continuous employment aboard a specific vessel, shall be desig­ nated as having a Permanent sta­ tus for such vessel and shall re­ quest a relief of not less than sixty (60) days or one (1) roundtrip where the vessel's schedule of op­ erations involves voyages in ex­ cess of sixty (60) days, upon the vessel's arrival at a port in the Continental United States or Puerto Rico. The purpose of this provision is to provide as closely as the vessel's operations permit, a four-(4)-months-on and two-(2)months-off work schedule for Per­ manent ratings." The remainder of Rule 5 A 12 (a) shall continue in full force and effect. Dated: September 6, 1991 SMywBWititlirapes �m OaOBCR 1991 mm 13 Retired Bosuiif Daughter Reunited After 27-Year Separation ^r;/' VK.; "',; -•; When retired Bosun Luther James Pate picked up the telephone receiver in his room at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, he re­ ceived a surprise he knew would come "sooner or later." On the other end of the call was his daugh­ ter, Jane Irons. The pair had not seen each other for 27 years. Irons was persistent in her ef­ forts to locate her father. From memory and thanks to her mother. Irons knew her father was a mer­ chant mariner with the SIU, the date of his birth and a native of Mobile, Ala. Armed with that information, she started searching. "When I called the school, I couldn't believe it," Irons re­ called. "Everything matched. I was in shock." Pate, who joined the SIU in 1947 and retired in 1986, was just as astounded when the voice on the phone identified herself as his daughter. The last time he had seen or heard from her. Irons was 9 years old and Pate was heading back to sea after being told by her mother he would be divorced if he did so. "I knew she would get in touch with me sooner or later," Pate told the Seafarers LOG. The phone call produced other surprises including the fact he had four grandchildren. Pate and Irons made plans to see each other in Piney Point less than two weeks after making contact. "My phone bill was over $400 that month," Irons confessed. "I was still in shock and had to keep calling. He kept asking when I was coming to see him." Irons was driven to southern Maryland from her New Jersey home by an aunt and uncle from Pate's side of the family she had not seen since he left. When she got to Piney Point she spotted her father right away. "It was natural—not odd—after being apart all that time," she added. After spending the weekend catching up on each other's lives. Irons took Pate to her home to meet his grandchildren. The chil­ dren, ranging in age from 17 years to 16 months, have taken to him, according to Irons. "The kids en­ joy his seafaring stories. My oldest son, Patrick, had been thinking of joining the Navy after he gradua­ ted from high school. Now, he is looking into the merchant marine." By finding her father. Irons is rediscovering family members on Pate's side. A family reunion is being planned in Mobile in con­ junction with a wedding next year. Meanwhile, Pate has moved to New Jersey to be closer to his family. "I miss Piney Point and talking with my buddies, but it is Jane Irons runs to hug her father, retired Bosun Luther James Pate, after being apart nothing like being with family," 27 years. Irons drove from her New Jersey home to meet her father at Piney Point the bosun admitted. where he had been living. •: a ''4^', •' •"'? .fen's 4 6end Your Holiday Greetings in the (Seafarers LCG Here is a chance to let your family, friends and shipmates hear from you this holiday season. In 25 words or less (and in your neatest printing), write your message in the space provided below. All (legible) greetings will be included in the December 1991 issue of the Seafarers LCDG if they are received by November 15. Open to: Examples: Message: Deadline: • Seafarers and their family members, retired SIU members and their family members. Wife and children send a message to their husband and father who will be on a ship diuing the holidays. Before shipping out, a Seafarer sends greetings to his or her parents. Crewmembers of one ship send greetings to crewmembers of another ship. A retired member sends greetings to a fellow retired member living in another dty. A retired member sends a greeting to all Seafarers. A Seafarer sends greetings to her fiancee. Limited to 25 words. Must be received by November 15. Send by mail to Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. After Novemb^ 1, fax copies will be accepted (1-301-8997355). Forms also may be filled out in any union hall and turned in to the official at the counter—or may be given to the boarding patrolman at a payoffi PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY TO: Retired Bosun Luther James* Pate shows his daughter, Jane irons, around the Piney Point training facility. HOLIDAY MESSAGE: NOTICES Sea-Land Issues War Bonus Checks •J'.~%.- i: w. K'V' Sea-Land has mailed war bonus checks to all crewmembers of the Sea-Land Con­ sumer who were aboard when it sailed in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm. If any crewmember has not yet received a check, contact Judy Navarette at the Sea-Land Marine Operations office in Long Beach, Calif. YOUR NAME: IMC Requests War Bonus Information • Active Seaferer Union members who sailed aboard IMC vessels during operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm and are entitled to war bonus pay should send their requests show­ ing the applicable dates with copies of their discharge paper and company pay voucher to Ray Douglas, IMC, 22 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola, NV 11501. •ii' ••"it fei \x. Ch^ the block which describes your status with the SIU: • Retired Sea6uer • Family Member of Active Seafarer • Family Member of Retired Seafarer Send yoiu- greeting to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. The greeting should be received at the LOG office by November 15. ,•'fe' fe' �• :'..-V„X J ,.; jiC SlS3l-£ . •"' •, I*'.. . 7' • • ^®®g|iSl^::^ •. •'". •' -rj.A-',-^ '';vr477-y '"5f'•!f7:-.*«• '> •• ". , ^ ^ ,,-"'f', ."'l, 7/;,,' • ''• ' \ liSg^'^7:7||irf !»>|7ii7p7y|7: -;;.M7-?7 'mm r .. " , -.3 . - - •,.-* ,1a- (- ••-•^ . - * Ui_l»LV , c.l* 1 t. .-^1. ^ — -,1- , . ll*-ii *. Va-J.--- ' • 1 tTwL-' *- » -. .•_•*/•.••- 3• _. —i- . a-.- . -/.- K "l-£—-• r - • . i . 7777i;f777'«' ; wtV'''': • • .A® • •'^•A^.i.-^-'',;---• 77:7--' ItV'Av. „AA ." , l:-:A-''777aA:'A::m,7-| i ; < ^A'Ar.!''A ..; A:,:.; v. e,V i,v' An estimated 325,000 trade unionists marched in Washington, D.C. for Solidarity Day '91. AAi ffilfAtvlWAl 7:A;77S::7V7;7f7i AA;AAA?rpvifi3 'IN '7'-:;:77\7A777'A 'ffii I 7777777v.-7-.:|te;-^ -iilA-A f AS:i ,...;• •,. ^i.^vv,:..-;;;: •. .vA • '••" •- «i 77N; •' • '- .•• I^-- ..'^ -''^' f ••'- 7;*' •- ^ -•;•• ' '•;, '..-vt:>'f.-'^'-.?'- •=•,.:>-•• ^./.7V^«. :''„-vL-'*-.-,.;,^§;.>t.^-=^,^. J; > -• ',-, , •.- Y-f. i- X.>'.f7-,1, •.V;ri%-[| Seafarers Participate in AFL-CIO Rally Hundreds of SIU members marched with organized labor in an event which drew an estimated 325,000 trade unionists to the nation's capital August 31, the Saturday hefore Labor Day. Union members and their allies rallied to protest the direction the Bush administration is leading the nation and the lack of guts in the opposition on Capitol Hill. AB Sean Ryan led the march down Constitution Ave­ nue, which preceded Solidarity Day's main program. He said he was shocked and honored to leam he would be leading so many people. Ryan, who joined the union in 1980, enthusiastically described the day's events as "unbelievable!' Ryan was chosen to lead the parade as a representative of America's merchant mariners who served in the Persian Gulf, Ryan served on the Overseas Valdez during the gulf conflict. Many SIU members in attendance were making their first visit to Washington. For example. Chief Cook Susan Moe, Third Cook Peggy Langford, Second Cook Chris Adolpho and Chief Cook William Moe —all sailing from the port of Honolulu—had not been to the capital before. "I wanted to come here and be a part of this," said Adolpho. Seafarers and their fellow marchers called for national health care reform, legislation to ban permanent replace­ ment of strikers and full freedom of association for work­ ers around the world. Speaker after speaker pointed out that the administration appears to have an economic plan for eveiy nation except the United States. As one labor leader put it, "We have a president who is acutely aware of the situation for people in Kuwait and Kiev, hut is oblivious to an unemployed fam- M.: 77|7fl7;7;7:g7ii7'- -. •- ..iVfA^A' A, •A•-„^., '^•. :''A AjfA/A^ I -.'• :,y C .' •'- " .'.-••• '• is;/..-•:• • .>'v."' 4 •• ,,.v. J,:.". -• <•' , /\-'-;-.T . •-. •- .-• r - , ,•. • -.SI-- L I *#i'fA-;i.y7»;j!i''i 'i ••. .3 ':•: OaOBCR 1991 SSAFAKItS lOG :• \^i;;--;i.'sr; ily in Kentucky or a farm foreclosure in Kansas." Despite extreme heat and humidity, Seafarers and their brothers and sisters in the union movement persevered at Solidarity Day, one of the largest rallies ever conducted in Washington. Here is what some of the other SIU members who partic­ ipated had to say: , QMED Bill Sullivan (Philadelphia): "I'm here in sup­ port of the movement. I wanted to help the SIU and show my support. Most of our guys are at sea, so I'm here to represent the guys on ships who can't be here. This is for security and unity.' Black-gang member Michael Gott: "I feel good about being here today. It's great to see all the unions joining together." Engine department member Alton Hickman: "It's a beautiful experience." Chief Steward Bill Collins: "We need to keep the jobs in this country.' AB J.R. Ewlng: "This is my first time here. It won't be my last!" Black-gang member James Henley: "I think it's great to see all these Americans working together to make our country better. We need more of this." As was the case at the original rally held in 1981, SIU members proudly represented their union at Solidarity Day. AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland summed up the day by saying, "We're here to remind our elected representa­ tives that they were put there to serve, not the faceless marketplace, hut the aspirations of real people.' '•'•VA'AV;.'- I -- iti'-lj" I"-,' • 'AAA--^-' - -Il!UIS- I.' 1 U U I "i-- •• " . ivjiwr • R;V = ;.A'"A-^AlA^AtA.\;A,rV^;-A A.'A^ if ' ••V?VA Some of the Seafarers serving as marshals at the day's event are Bryan Honeycutt, James Lawrence, Jason Shaffer, Phillip Rankin, Gregory Carroll, Kevin Leewitt and Danny Alioto. Jeannie McCracklin pauses to adjust her cap during the rally. SIU President Michael Sacco meets with union members (left to right) FOWT Sjarifudin Noor, QMED Jose Quinones, FOWT Nestor Martinez, CO David Valley and FOWT Louis A. Garcia Jr. during the rally. 7#''• • 7t7f7t nding to the playing of the national anthem are, from left; James Weinrich, Michael r, Clifton Simoneaux, Jason Schaffer, Robert Langford and Steven Boleware. r 7 . ,., l! ', I •' l' l''r: f. - P ina;- • -i W '•" •• i3^- r-'. FA I irA55«^,'>r.',' ..A.AA;:-, .. mtA, ..- |f;77;7A;7:;7|^ .. • ••'••/ ' .a ••' . ' '. >7' ' . SiNj A-XC'J'' ••••*•• • S7:--7-7v7::i|77::, '7'-?>7,^7'V'-' 7ca:,-ay y-:.mm. Taking part in the Solidarity Day rally are, from left: Michael Mclntyre, David Cebula, Anthony Hickman, Clifton Simoneaux, Nathan Owens,' Lawton Sholes, James Henley, Vilma Valentin, Tony Wiggins, Mark Settles and Rodney Irons. ',hj' 7 v" Nick Valentin marches down Constitution Avenue with hundreds of other unionists. AB Sean Ryan, (right), leads 325,000 "marchers in the Solidarity Day rally. -If'' • K ' SIU trainees form barricade to keep order. , •.AA,'" AA .A ;_ _A ;/»-AA^Ap-- 'Cf'j--.,i't :}• il t'',; if i. "i ' J AN'"; A-'ft,; • •" ' fv'' - / A if AA% Arj;-J '••"! ?•-f'A, A :)A;;--', V-AAN'.! r" • A; /• IA,V . '7. 7'_- •' 7-'>7 - r. 7r77,..y-ir':;'::7:^7777^:7"r**'^ A' A • '7' A.;, \/ A, A^// A .•A: A.://; ; ..A. .. '' -A_^,f AA/A - ^ A 5 T? ^ N" f _ A :AAA-fg;!|,.5s5;.iKAf|gj^ • m 777:-7|^i;/A ^ A V Galley members, from left, P^y Langford, Chris Adolpho and Susan Moe listen during rally. •'-y • 7- V A..,;"7V 7 '• v. '•77777-7'7, 4 • • • :,A A ; • v-f;;;V;,,3;A,;; •"m • ; •: "..--A •, 'i, .'r'' A(AiA3A3sfeffi:A^iAiAA¥A--Af-AAVAA-A.AA^AS;'S'raAiAjA^ •7''•'A-': - 'M - • ; ^7hV • A A,;.. L'AA; _ -• 'J-,• A. . - '• ' A ^ -.A ACLAA'A ifSAifiiBiiiiiiTA • ••-A,-'' '• ;,A. Ai ; A Af. "f ' • '"AAA' .AA A' :: A^;. A'.A;A A',A;; A, ,;• 'A '••A.-'A, - yA;y^V A Av':AA\A,A;.:'A3.A:i;VfyjA:-,-i;/.Ai-K A.-J A, A, A if; / -y'A/:\'.y . ;-,f A>v'A,W.-^riA:Ai^iJ£7i';A'sA-^^ArA'-"i''.-?;^i.j-AA' vJA:A^^J^a""ii^•pfesi&^^A•A,; ;:i}: AA'A .\Y 77'-''77':'^7. �w '' ' ^ ?••'* I---: •• '-"'Jo' ' '•'^' 16 • '> • ' . „ Movember i Detember JHembeisbip Meetings; Deep Sen, Lakes, Mani M/bfers Piney Point Monday, November 4 Monday, December 2 New York Tuesday, November 5 Tuesday, December 3 Philadelphia Wednesday^ November 6 Wednesday, December 4 Baltimore Thursday, November 7 Thursday, December 5 Norfolk Thursday, November 7 Thursday, December 5 Jacksonville Thursday, November Ivl Thursday, December 5 Algonac Friday, November 8 Friday, December 6 Houston Tuesday, November 12 Monday, December 9 p^-y New Orleans Tuesday, November 12 : Tuesday, December 10 Mobile Wednesday, November 13 : Wednesday, December 11 San Francisco Thursday, November 14 Thursday, December 12 Wilmington Monday, November 18 . '.a; ' I Monday, December 16 >-" - Seattle Friday, November 22 Friday, December 20 iK' ' ;;,-'! San Juan Thursday, November 7 j: Thursday, December s St. Louis Friday, November 15 j Friday, December 13 Honolulu Friday, November 15 Friday, December 13 Duluth Wednesday, November 13 Wednesday, December 11 Jersey City Wednesday, November 20 Wednesday, December 18 New Bedford Tuesday, November 19 Tuesday, December 17 na9 Personals ALFREDO GONZALEZ Anyone knowing the where­ abouts of Alfredo Gonzalez, 37, should contact his son, Ablert Allie, through Max Hall in the Seafarers LOG. Call (301) 899-0675 SCOTTY (FRANK) AUBUSSON Please contact Alexander Daniluk at 823 E. Hamilton St, Gonza­ lez,!^ 70737. ROBERT FINK Please contact your sister, Lenore, at 516 E. 15th Street, New York, NY 10009. CORRECTION Chief Engineer David Meniken's ship­ board job was incorrectly identified in the September Seafarers LOG story on the new AT&T cable ship, the Global Link, on page 5. . i " SUFARCRS lOG J. ^i. 1. i Dispatchers* Report for Deep Sea AUGUST 16-SEPTEMBER 15, 1991 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port lew liladelphia pBaltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans , iSfacksonville • San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu louston 5t, Louis ;|Wney Poitp Algonac Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore muf^. Norfolk Mobile New Orleans 37 4 4 7 8 17 17 4 ••If- • :5- 3 9 19 22 tl 19 20 6 3 27 0 10 1 0 1 2 203 6 134 Trip Reliefs DECK DEPARTMENT 16 8 34 13 7 9 6 6 15 12 14 16 2 9 m 30 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 3 5 9 15 12 m 17 127 14 25 10 1 6 6 9 7 5 10 .13 12 10 1 6 3 2 12 18 15 ^12 15 12 25 3 11 ' ••REGISTERED ON BEACH AU Groups Class A Class B Class C 57 14 18 3 ^.-.:;;3.;.; 5 • -^=^¥5-:- 4;r,'Sig^ ^ 15 3 7 4 8 3 12 2 . 5 34 17 11 ''^•"35 '14 j 52 17 n: 9 4 27 ,13 J 8 6 40 4 11 4 0 0 8 6 9 |:<8 ^5'.- * '.t 1 te: • 0 337 186 0 1 *,*51 • "• •^• ' 0 124 2 •• 116 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 3 1 3 4 7 7 9 6 9 5 13 13 • 3 5 W'A. y 6 10 9 10 8 0 3 8 4 6 0 1 0 3 2 3 ^-5 • • 6 9 23 8 10 7 6 • 6 7 2 5 11 San Francisc# Wdmingtp^ Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis ^ ^ Piney Point Algonac Totals Port p:: New YorkI I Philadelphiia S Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans SjiiOTndlle "San Francisco l^ilmingtoiT Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston \ |$t, Louis; iJ^ey Pqir^ Algonac Totals Port Jew Philadelphia laltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu St. Louis Pot Algonac Totals Totals All Departments 536 583 660 475 448 495 166 892 627 751 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. A total of 1,584 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,584 jobs shipped, 475 jobs or about 30 percent were taken by **A" seniority members. The rest were filled by *'B" and **€" seniority people. From August 16 to September 15, a total of 166 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 14,716 jobs have been shipped. �i,v;'• ^ OaOBSR 1991 The Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 14 mem­ bers this month. Ten of those signing off sailed in the deep sea division, three sailed in the inland division and one sailed in the Great Lakes division. Steward department member James Miller, 71, is the oldest of the new pensioners. He spent nearly 50 years at sea and rates the Sonoma as his favorite ship. Brother Miller also recalls surviving both a bombing during World War II and a typhoon near Okinawa in 1945. Brief biographical sketches of Miller and the other new pensioners follow: 17 To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. GUSTAVE MALENSKY, 62, joined the union in 1962 in the port of his na­ tive New York. Brother Malensky shipped in the deck department. He resides in Glen Oaks, N.Y. JOSE CAMELO,55, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1961 in the port of New Or­ leans. Bom in Co­ lombia, he sailed in the engine de­ partment. Brother Camelo upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1978, and he also served in the Colom­ bian army. He has retired to Sun­ rise, Fla. JOSEPH MERCIER, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1958 in the port of Bal­ timore. He was bom in New Hampshire and sailed in the deck department. Brother Mercier served in the Navy from 1943 until 1949. He lives in Manchester, N.H. WOODROW CUNNING­ HAM, 66, joined the SIU in 1965 in the port of Tampa, Fla. A na­ tive of Georgia, he shipped in the deck department. Brother Cunning­ ham served in the Army from 1943 to 1950. He resides in Jacksonville, Fla. JAMES MILLER, 71, joined the Marine Cooks and Stew­ ards in 1953 in the port of Port­ land, Ore., before the union merged with the AGLIWD. The Washington native Sailed frequently with Grace Lines and Delta Lines vessels to South America. He has retired'to the Portland area. JOHN O. FRAZlER, 64, joined the Seafarers in 1967 in the port of Houston. Bom in Louisiana, he upgraded fre­ quently at the Lundeberg School and in 1976 com­ pleted bosun recertification. Brother Frazier served in the Navy from 1943 to 1950. He has retired to Plantersville, Texas. DEMETRIOS KYRIAKOS,61, joined the SIU in 1955 in the port of Seattle. A na­ tive of Greece, he sailed as a member of the deck department. Brother Kyriakos calls Metairie, La. home. ISMAELSOUS, 64, joined the Seafarers in 1981 in the port of San Juan. Ihe native of Puerto Rico shipped as a chief mate. Boatman Solis resides in Yabucoa, P.R. GREAT LAKES DEEP SEA VINCENT CURRIE, 66, joined the union in 1966 in the port of New York. The North Carolina native sailed as a mem­ ber of the galley gang. He lives in Brooklyn, N.Y. ^ JOHN POLEATE, 69, joined the union in 1978 in the port of San Francisco. A na­ tive of Louisiana, he shipped in the deck department. Brother Poleate has retired to Pensacola, Fla. FRANZ SCHWARZ, 58, joined the SIU in 1961 in the port of Seattle. Bom in West Ger­ many, he shipped in the deck de­ partment and in 1980 completed bosun recertification. Brother Schwarz resides in Highland, Texas. ber of the deck department. He served in the Army from 1951 to 1953, and calls Niles, 111. home. JILES W. HAMM, 65, joined the union in 1961 in the port of New York. Bom in Wilson, N.C.,he sailed in the ste­ ward department. Boatman Hamm served in the Army from 1944 to 1946. He lives in Newport News, Va. WILLIAM GRAY, 56, joined the Seafarers in 1968 in the port of De­ troit. The Michigan native shipped in the deck department. He has re­ tired to Frankfort, Mich. CORRECTION The September issue of the Seafarers LOG contained incorrect information about pensioner Jo­ seph L. Gray. The correct informa­ tion follows: Brother Gray, 65, joined the SIU in the port of Philadelphia. His first ship was the Globe Progress, where he served as chief cook from Dec. 15,1966 until Jan. 31,1967. f:. With the Shoregangs In New Orleans I- Above—Working the Robert E. Lee in New Orleans, members of the Waterman shoregang are (from left) Ivan Agullar, Ray Cuccia, Howard Levein and Car­ los Rodriguez. •, t: •f •••J' • '.y-f.. Right—Sea-Land shoregang member Al Ragas (right) and Bobby Milan, New Orleans SIU patrolman talk about the pend­ ing job. I Below—Waterman shoregang ABs Gavin Doyle (left) and David Messick work aboard the Robert E. Lee during a recent stopover In New Orleans. INLAND • ••' . JOHN J. ANTICH, 62, joined the union in 1963 in the port of his native Chicago. Boat­ man Antich sailed as a mem­ . < -rr. — - ---V- •fr.: 't' " •i . — • -mm:-- • j.V V -/ ". .. . • •. . �Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes 'v i 'h- CL—Company/Lakes h.% •.• •- . L-Lakes NP—Non Priority AUG. 16-SEPT. 15,1991 •TOTAL REGISTERED Port TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT Port ENGINE DEPARTMENT Ail Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Port Algonac m.:: 0 8 T" STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 r 0 12 "ENTRY DEPARTMENT Port 0 ^32 iMI Totals All Departments 0 76 28 0 41 10 0 89 53 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. ;ff- .•• • •;i DIepatchere' Report for Inland Watere AUGUST 16-SEPTEMBER 15, 1991 •ijV. •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 14 4 Port Unferi Onecftfjr TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT r'"' li: - r ti [i.- v.-_ president , 'Mlchaef^SaoedSecretary-Treasurer .John v'A • : • •;]^ecutiye •Vice'Presidi^^ ;Joseph.SaccO;--'vV;::v Nflfce I^Sident Collective Angiis *«ed" CaiupbeB Vice President West Coast George McCartney, Vice President Government Services Roy A. "Buck" Mercer Vice ]^esident Atlantic CoasC JackCafTey i:Vice:iPr|si4ent-:IakeS'M^ ;• Byron'Kelley;.:: Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Corgey 11 i ' 'V HiE^UARTERS 5201 Auth Way Cainp Springs, MD 20746 "15 ^1)899:#5 ALGONAC 520, St:-;iClair,;Rive!r-Dr. Alonnanl MI Mr 48001 4Sn0l Algonac, (313) 794-4988 s? BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (301)327-4900 DULUTH: 705 Medical Arts Boildii^s Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 6(86 KaUhi Street » 4 <• ! 1221 Pierce St. 1 Houston, TX 77002 (713)659-5152 y'WA JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville. 1^ 32206 •iYYI(904)353-0987 ;y-Y:.:.j^EYCnY •••'•- .•••ills * . 99 Montgomeiy St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (iZOI) 435-9424 MOBILE BMBDauphin •Mand,PfcviY^-''^^11'S!t MobUe, AL 36605 ;1 (205)478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 |1|NEW^«MILEANS . 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 Y NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave, Brooklyn, NY 112^ (718)499-6600 f:Y \vy4 y NORFOIJK '"^^ 115 third St, Norfolk, VA 23510 (804)622-1892 PHILADELEHIA 2604 S. 4 St Philadelphia, PA 19148 ss (215)336-3818 PINEY POINT P,0. Box 75 tie Piney Point , MD 20674 (301)994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Di^idh (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1(157 Fernandez Juttcos St. Stop 16, .•. S£mturee. PR 00907 (809) 721-4033 :Y 1 Y1 SEAITLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206) 441-1960 VYSTV LOUIS / i 4581 Giravois Ave, 1 St, Louis, MD63Ii6^ (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON Y 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213)549-4000 t-, i;' .-•• ,; A Totals AU Departments 56 2 16 31 0 3 168 12 33 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. : �jff • <,• OaOBCR 1991 19 as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some will be omitted. Ships minute are reviewed by the union's contract department. Those Issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union uppti re^lpt of the ships minute. SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Ser- , vice). May 24 — Chairman Mike Willis, Secretary Lois Ware, Educational Direc­ tor Frank Hall, E>eck Delegate Mark Lance, Steward Delegate James Boss. Chairman announced payoff date. Educa­ tional director encourag^ member to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Deck dele­ gate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or stew­ ed delegates: Crew asked contracts de­ partment for clarification on use of foreign labor while in Japanese port and cutting of OT. Crew thanked steward de­ partment. BALDOMERO LOPEZ (AMSEA), June 5 — Chairman Robert Johnson, Secretary Bruce Barbeau, Educational Director William Arnest. Crew dis­ cussed security procedures and danger pay. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Ad Damman, Saudi Arabia. CAPE HUDSON (lOM), June 16 — Chairman Leonard Spavey, Secretary Humberto Ortiz, Educational Director B.F. Cooley. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. CAPE MENDOCINO (OMl Corp.), June 23 — Chairman C.F. Mann, Secretaiy Steven R. Hamilton, Educational Director J. McCranle, Deck Delegate E. Santana, Engine Delegate J. Coombs, Steward Delegate Marco Maffioll. Chairman requested union official for ar­ rival in Oakland, Calif. Secretary re­ minded those signing off to turn in keys, also thanked crew for smooth trip. Edu­ cational director reminded members about importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $25 in ship's fund. Deck delegate re­ ported beef. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by engine or steward delegate. Ship waiting for installation of TV and radio antennas. Crew asked contracts department for clarification relative to ^extension of articles upon return to U.S. Crew observed one minute of si­ lence in memory of departed brothers and sisters. CAPE CARTHAGE (AMSEA), July 27 — Chairman Abdula Moshin, Secre­ tary Roily Sagulnsin, Educational Direc­ tor William Dooling, Engine Delegate Welton Weaver, Steward Delegate Harry Celkos. Chairman announced es­ timated arrival at Concord, Calif. He told crewmembers who will be signing off to wait for relief person to arrive. He ad- Fireboat Drill at Sea Siddik A. Hubair, DEU aboard the Sea-Land Expedition, turns the water valve on during a fireboat drill. vised members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crewmembers were reminded to keep mess and lounge clean. CAPE HUDSON (lOM), July 15 — Chairman Leonard Spavey, Secretary Humberto Ortiz. Chairman read report from headquarters regarding death of Bosun George Cruz. Treasurer reported $100 in ship's fund. Engine delegate re­ ported beef. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck or steward delegates. Crew needs new television and new dryer. DEL VALLE (OMI Corp.), July 6 — Chairman T.P. Banks, Secretary R. De Boissiere, Educational Director DJ. BIrkland, Deck Delegate Gilbert Burdge, Engine Delegate M.S. Novak, Steward Delegate Burt Doggett. Chair­ man told everyone to see patrolman, as this is payoff trip. He thanked everyone for smooth trip and reminded members to clean rooms before leaving. He also noted need for repairs to ovens and gal­ ley range, as well as need for spraying for roaches. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew extended special votes of thanks to Bosun Banks and galley gang members be Boissiere, Doggett and Art Benner. Crew also thanked captain, chief mate and chief engineer, whose help and sincere interest in crew facili­ tate happy and smooth trip. Crew ob­ served one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Newport News, Va. GAL VESTON BA /(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 7 — Chairman David Manson, Secretary Richard E. Hicks, Educational Director Ron Robertson, Engine Delegate Sean Moore. Chairman announced payoff, reminded members to clean rooms before departing. He said new raise went into effect July 1. He en­ couraged everyone to take advantage of courses at Lundeberg School. Educa­ tional director urged members to read Seafarers LOG and donate to SPAD. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Crew needs new VCR for crew lounge. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. LAWRENCE H.GIANELLA (Ocean Shipholding), July 14 — Chairman P. Hulsebosch, Secretary D. Cunningham, Educational Director W. Toole, Deck Delegate D. Gates, Engine Delegate E. Lacunza, Steward Delegate V. Ortiz. Chairman thanked crew for good job cleaning ship. He referred to Seafarers LOG article about Z-card renewals. He encouraged everyone to attend benefits conferences. Treasurer reported $267 in ship's fund. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No b^fs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for good woiic. Crew was reminded to separate plastics. GUA YAMA (Puerto Rico Marine), July 29 — Chairman G.R. KIdd, Secretary Steve Parker, Educational Director Scott Speedy. Chairman announced pay­ off and noted everything running smoothly. Secretary thanked entire crew for helping keep messhalls and pantry clean, also for enjoyable trip. Educa­ tional director urges everyone to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew was reminded to watch for stowaways in Dominican Republic. HUMACAO (Puerto Rico Marine), July 23 — Chairman L. Rodiigues, Secre­ tary C. Carter, Jr., Educational Director W. Turner, Deck Delegate Ray Fernan­ dez, Steward Delegate M. Rubles. Ship still did not have lock on rec room, to keep stevedores out. Chairman an­ nounced payoff, said everything is run­ ning smoothly. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked headquarters to check on why epoxy paint is still being used in engine room. Next port: Eliza­ beth, N.J. ILE DE FRANCE (Sea-Land Service), July 28 — Chairman P. Lewis, Secretary M. McDermott, Educational Director E. Bain. Chairman advised crew of arrival dates and times for Boston and New Jer- beefs or disputed OT reported. All de­ partments were thanked for good woric. MA YAGUEZ(Puerto Rico Marine), July 7 — Chairman Albert Caulder, Sec­ retary Jose Ross, Deck Delegate Paul Carolan, Steward Delegate John Platts. Chairman explained proper way to file medical claim. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by engine or steward delegates. Crew asked headquarters to look into in­ creasing dental and optical benefits. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. NEDLLOYD HUDSON (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 14 — Chairman John NefF, Secretary R.G. Connolly, Educational director MIcuall Sclnto, Steward Dele- 1• Operatlons In the Red Sea v"I,'• Members of the Overseas Vivian's deck, engine and steward departments who took part in operations on deck during the Desert Shield and Desert Storm conflict were commended by the chief mate. This photo of the crew waiting for the USS Seattle to come along side was sent to the Seafarers LOG by ABRichard O'Brien. sey. He thanked crew for perseverance with stowaways! Educational director thanked crewmembers who supported movie fund. He stressed importance of upgrading and Lundeberg School and do­ nating to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. ITB NEW YORK (Sheridan Transporta­ tion), July 7 — Chairman A. Harring­ ton, Secretary Mike Meany, Engine Delegate Thomas Moore, Steward Dele­ gate John Lewis. Chairman announced upcoming payoff. Educational director advised members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate re­ ported two ABs requesting relief in New York. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew was reminded to minimize noise in passageways. Crew thanked steward de­ partment for good work. Crewmembers asked for and received clarification re­ garding transportation costs related to medical treatment. Next port: New York. ROBERT E. LEE(Waterman Steam­ ship), July 21 — Chairman William Penny, Secretary Paul Hunt, Educa­ tional Director Jerald Graham, Deck Delegate Mark Fleming, Engine Dele­ gate James Gaines, Steward Delegate L.C. Babln. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and also go there for vacation. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang. Next port: Norfolk, Va. LNG GEMINI(ETC), July 21 — Chair­ man R. Schwarz, Secretaiy R. Adams, Deck Delegate John Graham, Engine Delegate Charles Lore, Steward Dele­ gate O. Haslam. Treasurer reported $349 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked stew­ ard department for good work. LNG VIRGO (ETC), July 28 — Chair­ man Carlos A. Pineda, Secretaiy Rob­ ert H. Forshee, Deck Delegate David CentofantI, Engine Delegate Imro E. Salomons, Steward Delegate Ronald E. Aubuchon. Chairman explained advan­ tages of upgrading at Lundeberg School. He explained SPAD system. Treasurer reported $628.50 in ship's fund. No gate T. McNeller. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman talked about dan­ gers of drugs and alcohol, also spoke about general cleanliness of ship. Crew . thanked steward department for job Well done. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. OMI COLUMBIA (OMI Coip.), July 28 — Chairman Earnest Duhon, Secretary Chester Moss, Educational Director A.D. Bomblta, Engine Delegate Greg­ ory Thompson, Steward Delegate A. Rivers. Chairman announced payoff. Treasurer reported $362 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Rec room furniture needs to replaced. OMI HUDSON (OMI Corp.), July 7 — Chairman Calvin Miles, Secretary R. Peralta, Steward Delegate Stanley Washington. Steward delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. OMI HUDSON (OMI Coip.), July 9 — Chairman Calvin Miles. Chairman noted ship had not received new washer, TV or VCR. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. OVERSEAS ALASKA (Maritime Overseas), July 21 — Secretary C. Woodward. Treasurer reported $45 in ship's fund. Deck delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by en­ gine or steward delegates. OVE/7SEAS 4L/CE (Maritime Over­ seas), July 28 — Chairman Steven Copeland, Secretary Richard Sellgman, Educational Director J. Rollins, Deck Delegate Al Runnlon, Engine Delegate Chris Clements, Steward Delegate M. All. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Trea­ surer reported $237 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department. Next port: Okinawa. OVERSEAS ARCTIC (Maritime Over­ seas), July 1 —Chairman J.M. Zepeda, Secretary Ernie Hoitt, Educational DiContinued on page 20 i: �MWSi 20 v'l^: • 'i—.- SMplBfiiii Continuedfrom pdge 19 rector Jack Singletary. Chairman an­ nounced payoff in Houston. He re­ minded members all beefs can be handled by bosun who serves as ship's chairman. He asserted that all members should upgrade at Lundeberg School. Ed­ ucational director noted ship had new movies. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Dryer still in need of repair, with parts on order. Crew thanked gsdley gang for job well done. Next port: Houston. -••-• vi '• ,'. -' •;.' PRIDE OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), July 14 — Chairman Harry M. Fisher, Secretary C. Davaiie. Chairman noted nice trip, wonderful crew and no problems. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. SEA-LAND ACHIEVER (Sea-Lmd Service), July 28 — Chairman James Davis, Secretary J. Reid. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for good work. SEA-LAND ANCHORAGE (Sea-Land Service), July 31 —Chairman Gary Walker, Secretary G. Bryant, Educa­ tional Director S. Brown, Deck Delegate AJ. Janacek, Engine Delegate Joe Trouth, Steward Delegate R. Costilio. Chairman announced payoff and re­ ported eveiything running smoothly. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman reminded members to separate plastics. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. :t'. V, SafAREKS LOG .-. SEA-LAND ATLANTIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 29 — Chairman J.L. Bass, Secretary G. Sinkes, Educational Direc­ tor A. Cuevas, Engine Delegate Juan Rodriguez, Steward Delegate Isaiah Gray. Chairman thanked crew for good trip. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and do­ nate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment to consider increasing pension five percent yearly. Crew was reminded to keep rec room and mess hall clean. Next port: Houston. SEA-LAND CONSUMER (Sea-Land Service), July 28 — Chairman William Mortier, Secretary Luis Iturrino, Edu­ cational Director Willie Lindsey. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Service), July 5 — Chairman Jack Kingsley, Secretary Julio Roman, Jr., Educational Director Joseph Ortiz, Deck Delegate David Candill, Engine Delegate Karl H. Hanson, Steward Del­ egate V. Gomez. Chairman encouraged everyone to contribute to SPAD and up­ grade at Lundeberg School. Secretary noted good crew and good trip. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Ta­ coma, Wash. SEA-LAND EXPLORER (Sea-Land Hose Lines Check A-OK Service), July 2—Chairman John T. Carnes, Secretary Norman Johnson, Educational Director Billy Wadell. Chairman said he enjoyed working with this crew. He added events in Persian Gulf prove upgrading at Lundeberg School is lifeblood of U.S. and SIU. Sec­ retary also thanked unlicensed members for fine voyage. Educational director said SIU training paid off for U.S. dur­ ing gulf events, as members were ready when called. Deck and steward delegates reported disputed OT, which was re­ solved at payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine delegate. Crew made suggestions and inquiries concern­ ing sailing board, visitations and beds. SEA-LAND EXPRESS (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 7 — Chairman J. Lundborg, Secretary G.H. Bryant, Deck Delegate Timothy L. Smith, Engine Delegate Robert Leyva, Steward Delegate Harry Bourne. Secretary noted good, clean crew and reported vote of thanks from entire steward department for helping keep ship clean. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. Engine delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew thanked steward depart- . ment for good service, excellent chow and job well done. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. •Si SEA-LAND QUALITY (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 28 — Chairman Carmine Bova, Secretary TJ. Smith, Educational Director James Fonville, Deck Delegate Donald Hood, Engine Delegate Tom Toomy, Steward Delegate Spencer Ryans. Chairman announced upcoming payoff. Treasurer reported $120 in movie fund. No beeft or disputed OT re­ ported. Rec room needs new chairs. VCR being repaired. Next port: Charles­ ton, S.C. donate to SPAD Md check on benefits conferences. He announced upcoming payoff. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew requested second washing machine, noted top brackets to ladders of hatch vents are completely rusted. Crew thanked steward department. Next port: 1 Houston. AUSTRAL LIGHTNING (lOM), Au­ gust 4 — Chairman Joseph Artis, Secre­ tary R. Emanuel, Deck Delegate Steven Lee Coker, Engine Delegate Van Joyner. Steward Delegate Ramount Jack­ son. Engine delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew noted licensed barber aboard, tips go to SIU ship's fund. BROOKS RANGE (lOM), August 10 — Chairman M.G. Gutierrez, Secretary J. Pitetta, Educational Director T.J. Kroneck. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. CAPE EDMONTiOMl Corp.), August 4 — Chairman Juan Castillo, Vcretary Prepared for Fireboat Drill Aboard S-L Expedition SEA-LAND INNOVATOR (Sea-Land Service), July 27 — Chairman J. Rader, Secretary R. Spencer, Educational Direc­ tor Rick Cavender. Chairman reported everything running smoothly. Secretary noted ship's cleanliness. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked stew­ ard department for swell job. SEA-LAND INTEGRITY (Sea-Land Service), July 21 — Chairman D. Leon, Jr., Secretary Pedro Sellan, Educational Director J. Dellinger. Secretary noted pleasant trip with good crew. Voca­ tional director urged all union brothers and sisters to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew noted need for extra wash­ ing machine. Crew extended vote of thanks to galley gang for job well done. Next port: Boston. SEA-LAND NAVIGATOR (Sea-Land Service), July 11 — Chairman Erol Pak, Secretary J. Freeman, Educational Di­ rector Jan Haidir, Deck Delegate Rob­ ert Smith, Engine Delegate James Brown, Steward Delegate Bradford Mack. Chairman noted very good gang aboard. Secretary also noted smooth trip. Educational director urged members to stay well-informed. Treasurer reported $60 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew requested radio for crew lounge, reported washer and dryer aboard but not yet installed. Next port: Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND PACIFIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 21 — Chairman B.T. O'Hanlon, Secretary S. Amper, Educa­ tional Director R. Risbeck, Deck Dele­ gate J.P, Tracy, Engine Delegate S.A. Al-nagib. Chairman encouraged mem­ bers to donate to SPAD. Treasurer re­ ported $39.50 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for good food and cookout. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND PATRIOT(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 24 — Chairman Shawn T. Evans, Secretary J. Russell, Educational Director I.S. Samra, Deck Delegate Robert Pachello, Engine Delegate Ran­ dolph Llanes. Chairman thanked all hands for good voyage, reminded every­ one to separate trash and keep aerosol cans out of trash to be burned. Educa­ tional director reminded members to up­ grade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. Ruben Padilla, steward/baker (left), and Tony Mohammed, electrician, check out hose lines during a fireboat drill aboard the S-L Expedition. tional Director W. Drummond, Steward Delegate David West. Chairman an­ nounced payoff and reviewed Seafarers LOG article on Z-cards. Educational di­ rector noted importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts de­ partment to look into allowing quarter­ masters to sit at wheel while automatic steering is engaged. Crew noted ABs are confronted by non-smoking officers for smoking on bridge. Crew observed one minute of silence for departed brothers and sisters. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (Sea-Land Service), July 13 — Chairman Jack W. Edwards, Secretary L. Rene, Educa­ Prepared to do their part In the Sea-Land Expedition's fireboat drill are (from left) Bosun P. Flores, Chief Mate Frederick J. Nicoll and AB Raul Rivera. SEA-LAND RELIANCE (Sea-Land Service), July 17 — Chairman R.E. McGonagle, Secretary W. Lombard, Educational Directors. Hardin, Deck Delegate R. Figuera, Engine Delegate L. Viles, Steward Delegate Troy Pope. New radio and audio cassette player in­ stalled in crew lounge. Chairman an­ nounced payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward de­ partment and discussed many merits of upgrading at Lundeberg School. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. Norman Duhe, Educational Director Ar­ thur Maxwell, Deck Delegate Fred Freeman, Engine Delegate Aaron Wells, Steward Delegate Dennis Dinos. Secretary reported more than $300 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew extended vote of thanks to steward department. SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 31 — Chairman Michael Wil­ lis, Secretary Lois Ware, Educational Director Frank Hall, Deck Delegate Mark^Lance, Engine Delegate Peter Hove, Steward Delegate James Boss. Chairman announced ship received cop­ ies of Seafarers LOG. He announced pay­ off. Treasurer reported $50 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for fine job. SEA-LAND VOYAGER (Sea-Land Service), July 28 — Chairman John Wil­ liamson, Secretary C. Gibson, Educa­ tional Director Ivan Kelly, Engine Delegate Domingo Milla, Steward Dele­ gate V. Cardonas. No beefs or disputed OT reported. New mattresses on order. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. STAR OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), July 21 — Chairman Mauro de la Cerda, Deck Delegate Charles D. Farman, Steward Delegate Romalies Jones. Chairman reported everything running smoothly. He reminded crew to GOLDEN MONARCH (Apex Marine), August 11 — Chairman Bill Stoltz, Sec­ retary J. Gonzales, Educational Director D.H. Davis, Engine Delegate Julio Reyes. Chairman thanked deck and stew­ ard departments for excellent work. He reported beef. Engine and steward dele­ gates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck delegate. Next port: St. Croix. CPL. LOUIS HAUGE(Maersk), Au­ gust 15 — Chairman Thomas Ander­ son, Secretary C. Hennigan. Chairman explained various benefits of belonging to union. Educational director advised crew to read Seafarers LOG and upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $211.18 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. ITS BALTIMORE (Sheridan Transpor­ tation), August 4 — Chairman Frank Adams, Secretary Andrew Hagan, Edu­ cational Director Joe Martin, Steward Delegate Nelson Morales. Chairman urged crew to upgrade at Lundeberg School and donate to SPAD. He ac­ knowledged wage increase and thanked union for negotiating well. Educational director encouraged members to read Seafarers LOG. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for good chow. 55^.--'- -•I' f if- "" '* " . - 'f- • �Mtt. • : • • "•• "-I OCTOBER 1991 .-i—:- - :v^". \,X' r';> ' . 21 Hal Horn Answers Gulf Call; Earns Local Recognition After serving in the Persian Gulf war, SIU member Hal Horn shipped home to Cape Canaveral, Fla. ready to resume his other job: running the Cape-Ette Bar. He never expected to become a local celebrity, but AB Hom re­ ceived quite a bit of attention after his wartime experiences. A survi­ vor of eight SCUD missile attacks, Hom was the subject of a lengthy feature article published in Flor­ ida Today, a Cocoa Beach, Fla. newspaper. A local women's group asked him to speak at one of their meetings, and regulars at the Cape-Ette gave Hom a hero's welcome. Hom, who went back to sea for Operation Desert Sortie, down­ plays the recognition. He simply came out of retirement to aid in the war effort, and sees nothing ex­ traordinary about a 71-year-old man handling the demanding work in the deck department. A native of Cincinnati, Hom began shipping in 1939."I got a job as an ordinary," he recently told a reporter from the Seafarers LOG. "When World War H broke out, the only thing moving was Army transport, so I went out and got a job doing that." Near the end of the war, Hom had a harrowing experience which illustrated the dangers of wartime shipping. In December 1944, Hom's vessel (the Steel Traveler) unloaded supplies at Antwerp dur­ ing the Battle of the Bulge in Bel­ gium. A dozen miles from shore, the Traveler hit a mine and went under. Most of the crewmembers were saved by a French destroyer which plucked them from the ice-cold North Sea. Nearly 50 years later, Horn found himself on board the Cape Cod near the Saudi port of Ad Damman. From January 20 to 23, the vessel survived eight SCUD attacks^—unsettling, but for Hom not nearly as frightening 1944. Hom said the worst part about Operation Desert Storm was the threat of chemical weapons. "We had to wear the gas masks and suits for two hours at a time, he re- Stanley's Message in Bottle Found After Two Years AB Phillip Stanley rV.:!•••> fell';' When AB Phillip Stanley put a note in a bottle and dropped it out of the porthole of his quarters, he knew the odds of ever receiving a response were long. Stanley wrote the note in April 1989, while sailing from Honolulu to Maui, Hawaii aboard the Inde­ pendence. "All of my friends on the ship told me that 1 would never hear anything because it probably would never be found," Stanley noted in a letter to the Seafarers LOG. But a few months ago, in May 1991, Stanley got a letter from U.S. Marine Rudy Duenas who found the "message in a bottle" near an island off the coast of Okinawa. "Needless to say, I was over­ whelmed," recalled Stanley, 48. "I appreciated the time that he took to write to me. The original note was with his letter, too." Duenas found the note while casually exploring the area at an isolated beach. Stanley's mailing address had been partially smudged, but Duenas deciphered it and honored Stanley's request: "Write to me, whoever finds my note." Stanley, who recently served in Operation Desert Shield/Storm, said he wrote the note "on the spur of the moment." He is undecided as to whether he will cast another message adrift. Stanley joined the union in 1989 in Hawaii. A native of Kentucky, he now resides with his wife in Clarksburg, W.Va. Congressman Tauzin, SIU Rep Discuss Shipping 'i-'' . •' • Hal Horn holds copy of Florida Today newspaper which featured an article on him. called. "It seemed like the attacks always came around 10:30 at night, just when everybody was settled down. "But it was all right. We had a good ship with a good captain." Hom, who joined the SIU in Baltimore after World War II and retired in 1987, signed off the Cape Henry in mid-September. Nowa­ days he again has tumed his atten­ tion to the Cape-Ette. Although it is one of the area's oldest taverns, the Cape-Ette, like virtually all U.S. businesses, is suffering through the recession. "Business is getting bad," said Hom, who bought the bar in 1986. "Taxes have been raised twice, and the air conditioning bill alone is $300 to $400 a month. A lot of seamen still come around, but my lease is up in December and I think I'm going to get rid of the place." Will Horn-dubbed "SCUD Stud" by the Florida newspaperthen consider another retum to the sea if he is needed? "Sure I'd go back. Why not?" he replied. "As long as I'm physically fit." SPAD T-SHIRTS FREE • f •. • e". • >• The SIU's ever-popular SPAD t-shirts are again avail­ able to our members on a firstcome, first-served basis. The t-shirts feature the SIU logo in full color on the front and "Politics is Porkchops" in blue on the back. They are 100 percent American-made. • ; •• .r If you have not already taken advantage of this free offer, please fill out the application below and mail it to: I:- '•,; V.' f • • John Fay, Secretary-Treasurer Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 I Please send the SPAD t-shirt to: Congressman Billy Tauzin (D-La.) (right) and SIU New Orleans Port Agent Joe Perez talk over opportunities for U.S.-flag ships during a Louisiana Democratic Party convention. '-'iv • NAME ADDRESS CITY, STATE, ZIP .SOCIAL SECURITY#. I PHONE# T-SHIRT SIZE (circle one) BOOK# RATING S M XL 10/91 ..fcsr- .• •. i-. •: . �•' • •> ,.-• <•,'* H'-". -^•v ''.^'"•'V-V ; -I U'fy'', •-P\ -I'' ••;• ••> :''A" .•"• ,-i Jh • •1 if- if? M-' f (• • -••. •. 22 Fee for Z-Cards, Licenses Protested Continued from page 3 Gordon M. Ward, chairman of the Licensed Division of District No. 1—MEBA/NMU, is that "mari­ ners are not the 'users' but they are being burdened with a signifi­ cant percentage of the cost to enable the fulfillment of the Coast Guard's mission." Ward charged that the average wage figures cited by the agency as a basis for justifying the fees were "clearly incorrect." "The cyclical and seasonal na­ ture of this industry has distorted any significant interpretation of these figures. . . There are the recent graduates of the maritime schools and retirees who have lit­ tle or no discretionary income to pay their fees," said Ward. Burrill Hatch, president of the Inlandboatmen's Union of the Pa­ cific, said the IBU "views the proposed fee structure as an un­ reasonable assessment against working people." ^ "The Inlandboatmen's Union would prefer to see proposed rules which focus on manning, safety and environmental issues," said Hatch. Consider Nation's Security Vice Admiral Francis R. Dono­ van, who heads the Military Sealift Command, told the Coast Guard, "I strongly recommend that you reconsider the proposed fee structure for merchant marine licenses and documents." The MSC Commander cited the nation's recent sealift experiences and urged the Coast Guard to take into account national security issues when establishing fees. "The availability of mariners to man our RRF ships was margin­ ally adequate for Persian Gulf op­ erations and manning projections predict shortages. We believe that the proposed fee structure would keep many otherwise available mariners from renewing their li­ censes." The head of the Maritime Administration, Captain Warren G. Leback, pointed out that the "proposed rulemaking will have a significant financial impact" on the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and the six state maritime acade­ mies and "may seriously erode the academies' ability to attract well qualified high school students for service as officers in the U.S. merchant marine." Seamen Speak Their Minds •: V' "'•' •• .,.• 'K' '' ''' Typical of the letters sent to the Coast Guard by hundreds of seamen, boatmen and fishermen was one from a purser working aboard a vessel of the Alaska Ma­ rine Highway System. He said, "As I understand it now, our tax dollars support the personnel that currently administer the pa­ perwork involved with licensing." Charles H. Rogers from Towson, Md. noted, "User fees, if established as proposed in the no­ tice, can be expected to multiply dramatically. Income tax and so­ cial security tax started modestly and are now out of control, as well as grossly unfair ..." A boatman working in the in­ land river trade from St. Louis wrote, "I don't see where the government gets the idea that we're making so much money that we neeed a new tax but I assure you we aren't." A California-based seaman, who described himself as having been associated with the merchant marine since 1940 in the capacities of sailor, officer and shipping ex­ ecutive, said, "I reviewed my own 51 year merchant marine service using the proposed fees and I have calculated it would have cost me $4,395 to cover the cost of my license-document issue and re­ newals. I feel this cost to be very excessive ..." Writing from a tug on the Ohio River, one boatman noted, "The president who loudly promised 'no new taxes—read my lips, no new taxes' has found a new way to tax hard working middle class American nation builders." Companies Oppose Scheme A number of companies weighed in against the proposal. The Lakes Carriers' Association, representing 15 U.S.-flag Great Lakes fleets, warned that such a fee would have a negative impact on the industry itself: "It must be remembered that every tax and fee adds to the cost of doing busi­ ness and therefore impacts the competitiveness of waterbome transportation versus other modes." Maritrans, the largest ipdependent marine transporter of petro­ leum in the U.S. coastwise trade, noted that the impact of the fees appeared to be drastically under­ estimated. "What is overlooked is that the cost of an endorsement to a license is $135. Thus, if an upper level license holder were to obtain for example, five separate en­ dorsements per year (such as tug masters obtaining pilotage waters endorsements), the annual cost of endorsements obtained at sepa­ rate times would be $675." Dixie Carriers, one of the largest publicly traded companies engaged in transportation by tank barge, asked the Coast Guard if the agency had "considered the 'pass through' effect of the licens­ ing fee to the employer." The company speculated that employ­ ers may "find themselves either advancing current employees the licensing fees or practically paying the entire amount." The National Waterways Con­ ference, a non-profit group dedi­ cated to a greater understanding of the public benefits of the Ameri­ can waterways system, noted the absence of public debate on Coast Guard taxes, and said ". . . we believe the implementation of Coast Guard 'user fees' consti­ tutes taxation without consul­ tation." The SIU is presently consider­ ing several options for meeting this problem. Seafarers who wish to express their points of view should write to their congressmen. The LOG would appreciate re­ ceiving copies of all letters sent on this matter as well as copies of any responses received. Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safe­ guarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recom­ mendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and In­ land Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and manage­ ment representatives and their alter­ nates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquar­ ters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and senior­ ity are protected exclusively by con­ tracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to. know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and avail­ able in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The proper address for this is: Angus Red Campbell, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU memr ber works and lives aboard a ship of boat. Members should know their con­ tract rights, as well as their obliga­ tions, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, they should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from mblishing any article serving the poitical purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This estab­ lished policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among ite ranks, one individual to cany out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should im­ mediately be reiported to Union head­ quarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should ob­ tain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immedi­ ately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employ­ ment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL AC­ TIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund, Its proceeds are used to further its ob­ jects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, so­ cial and economic interests of mari­ time workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such ob­ jects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective of­ fice. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job dis­ crimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condi­ tion of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper con­ duct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate ac­ tion and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to pro­ tect and further his economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or Information, he should Immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at head­ quarters by certified mall, return receipt requested. The address Is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. �A." oaoBSR mi 23 ••••Aac '•' I Stewards Agree on Benefits of Upgrading The experiences of SIU mem­ bers Elena Curley and Thurman Johnson illustrate how longtime Seafarers newer members of the union agree about the import­ ance of upgrading at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship. Located in Piney Point, Md., the Lundeberg School gives Seafarers an invaluable opportunity to con­ tinually better themselves and in­ crease their earning power. Curley and Johnson recently echoed the sentiments of many fellow SIU members when they expressed tre­ mendous appreciation for the up­ grading courses available at the Lundeberg School. "I know how much this school helps kids get their heads on straight, and it provides good trainr ing for life, too, for diose who come here and already are [fo­ cused]," said Johnson. "This school is the greatest thing that ever happened." "Nowhere else would I even dream of going to school to get my high school diploma, but now I have the courage because of (in­ structor) Sheila Schug," said Cur­ ley, who plans to get her diploma through the Lundeberg School of Creativity Is Critical To a Henry Jones Menu Chief Steward Henry Jones When SIU members sign on the LNG Leo and discover the chief steward is Henry Jones Jr., they know to check the menu for some of the 56-year-old's "unusual" special­ ties: • Chinese-style, Appalachian Mountain-type Egg Foo Yang with Egg Rolls, • Cuban & Madagascar-style Malagasy Sandwich with Garnish, • Broiled Casablanca, Northern Gibraltar Succulent Filet Mignon Steak, or • Minced Rockhampton Farm Raised Ham Salad Sandwich with Garnish. However, Jones prepares these bizarre dishes for the menu only. "I want to provide some amusement for the guys on the ship," he told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. "This is something different to make their day go better." Jones, who sails from the port of Seattle, started creating his out-ofthe-ordinary menus when he be­ came the chief steward aboard the ETC vessel 11 years ago. "If you put 'roast beef with gravy' on the menu each time you serve it, it gets bland. I wanted to give (the crewmembers) some­ thing to read and enjoy." Besides providing a twist for the food being offered that day, Jones ends each menu with a legitimate quote and to whom it is attributed, like "Berra's first law: 'You can observe a lot just by watching.'" "I picked up a book of quota­ tions and started offering orie each day for amusement," Jones noted. "Now the guys come in and look for that, too." The Louisiana native never planned to make the sea his life when he started as a waiter in 1954 aboard a Military Sea Transporta­ tion Union (the forerunner of today's SIU Government Services Division) vessel. "During the '50s, jobs were hard to come by. Some of my friends went to sea and told me I could get a job there. I dropped out of college and planned to sail for a couple of quarters, then go back with the money I made." Jones never went back to col­ lege. Instead, he started working his way up the steward department. In 1961 he started sailing for the Marine Cooks and Stewards and took advantage of the union's up­ grading facilities. 'I hold all the passenger cook ratings," Jones recalled. "I learned everything I could. Back then and today, education is the most im­ portant thing. I would tell someone entering the trade today to learn everything you can and upgrade whenever possible." Jones worked aboard passenger vessels—^Lurline, President Wil­ son, and Delta Line ships—until he signed on the LNG Leo. He stated he enjoys cooking for his fellow crewmembers as much as when he cooked for passengers aboard cruise ships. Dinner Menu Chilled fresh green mixed garden vegetable salad bar Broiled Casablanca northern Gibraltar succulent filet mignon steak Macao & Hong Kong-style pork fried Chinese rice with soy sauce German-style spiced sauerkraut with steamed knockwurst sausage Baked white Idaho potatoes with sour cream Steamed white patna rice Buttered fresh broccoli spears Buttered mixed vegetables Bakers sweet cake icecream chilled fruit jello fresh fruit Coffee tea cocoa sanka cold drink milk A typical dinner menu planned by SIU Chief Steward Henry Jones Jr. combines standard fare with exotic twists. Seamanship's GED program. 'SIU Is Like Family V Johnson, 42, recently completed training in the chief steward pro­ gram. A Seafarer for more than two decades, Johnson said the upgrading courses helped him accomplish things he once thought impossible, such as operating a computer. Studying the sealift and helooperations course was demanding, Johnson added, but he benefited markedly by using videotapes at the Lundeberg School library to replay lectures. Brother Johnson, who joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards before it merged with the AGLIWD, has worked every job in the galley. He ships often, mostly on grain runs to Third World na­ tions, to provide well for his fam­ ily. The grain-run destinations re­ mind Johnson of his difficult youth, when he lived in volatile Watts (a community in Los Ange­ les). With that in mind, he enjoys his role now in helping others and never complains about long work­ days. Johnson described SIU ships as functioning "like a family, with real teamwork," As for the Lundeberg School, Johnson says it has made a monu­ mental difference in his life. Like fellow galley gang member Cur­ ley, Jolmson took advantage of the school's adult education classes. He graduated from high school in the 1960s but did so without learn­ ing much. "I just got passed along, falling through the cracks," he re­ called. Now, thanks to the Lundeberg School, he is comfortable working fraction problems in math and is building reading skills he did not get in high school. Learning New Skills Chief Steward Curley joined the union just three years ago, in Ho­ nolulu. Yet she already has studied ,V ' • '• - Elena Curley, left, and Thurman John­ son learn at Lundeberg School. a myriad of subjects at the Lundeberg School, ranging from adult education to steward depart­ ment upgrading courses to arts and crafts. Curley, 45, described the school's instructors as "helpful and reassuring. They even help on their own time, often being a friend as well as a teacher." She shares Johnson's belief that SIU crewmembers are like family. Having learned the culinary business from "cleaning and salads to being the main chef," Curley appreciates the educational oppor­ tunities at the Lundeberg School. As evidence of her progress there, she points to a letter from the OMI Charger's master. The letter de­ scribes Curley as "outstanding," with a noteworthy work ethic and an abundance of talent. "I cannot tell you enough about the differ­ ence she has made to the steward department on the Charger," W.E. Nason wrote. "With Elena you will have a clean, well-run steward department that feeds well, with the end result of a hap­ pier crew." ^ ^4-.1: fi' A well-fed crew is a happy crew. Register to up­ grade now at the Lundeberg School. STEWARD DEPARTMENT UPGRADING COURSES For further information, contact any union hall or check the course schedule on page 27 in this issue of the Seafarers LOG. "T " ' • . vV «•' v"*, �SOfAREKS LOG SEAFARERS: UPGRADE NOW! The Lundeberg School offers Seafarers the opportunity to up­ grade their skills and achieve higher shipboard ratings. Higher ratings provide Seafarers with in­ creased earning potential. W: ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR UPGRADING SEAFARERS 'ty- 1• ' For further information, talk with the union's patrolmen who meet the ships or any port official. Additionally, Seafarers may call the Admissions Office of the Lundeberg School. The following chart can be used by Seafarers to determine eligibil­ ity for courses offered at the Lundeberg School. Also, refer to page 27 for the dates courses are offered. To U90 tho chart, Soafartro ahouU iocate Oteir department on the left In Ota next eolumn la a Hating of the baah Group I and II ratbiga available at die school. On the right are the requirements Seafarers should meet before applying to the school. DEPT. • -' o ^7., POSITION Able Seaman 12 months seatime as an ordinary seaman QMED Hold a FOWT endorsement and have a minimum of 6 months seatime in a rating. lU z o d'" •'• REQUIREMENTS FOWT 111 IS: Chief Steward Q OC i Chief Cook or 8 months seatime and graduated from Lxindeberg School entry program. Normal color vision, 20/200 vision in both eyes corrected to 20/50 in both eyes, passed USCG approved physical examination and 6 months seatime as wiper or 3 months seatime and graduated from Lundeberg School entry program. 2 years seatime with rating of chief cook or higher or 8 months seatime as cook/baker, 4 months seatime as chief cook and hold Lundeberg School certificates of completion for each program or 3 years seatime in rating above 3rd cook ' or assistant cook or 4 months seatime as 3rd cook or assistant cook or higher, 6 months seatime as cook/baker or higher, 4 months seatime as chief cook and hold Lundeberg School certificate of completion for each program or 9 months seatime as 3rd cook or assistant cook or higher, 4 months seatime as cook/baker or higher, 4 months seatime as chief cook and hold Lundeberg School certificates of completion for cook/baker and chief cook programs or 9 months seatime as 3rd cook or assistant cook or higher, 9 months seatime as cook/baker or higher and 4 months seatime as cNef cook and hold Lundeberg School certificate of completion for chief cook program. 1 year seatime in steward department with 4 months as cook/baker or 4 months seatime as cookA>aker and hold certificate of completion from Lundeberg School cook/baker program or 6 months seatime in steward department and hold certificate of completion for Lundeberg School entry rating program or 3 months seatime in steward department and graduated Lundeberg School entry rating program. or 1 year seatime as steward assistant after completing Lundeberg School cook/baker program. Cook/ Baker 3 months seatime as 3rd cook or assis­ tant cook and hold Lundeberg School certificate of completion or 12 months seatime at any rating in steward department. _-• ••i '"V ••:^f Assistant Cook Utili^ 6 months seatime in steward department 1" jjjs -. ',•.; -•; ;i^y\ '" , ' .iv. Have Union Mail Sent to Your Home To ensure delivery of the Seafarers LOG each month and receipt of W-2 forms. Seafarers Welfare Plan bulletins and other communications from the SIU's headquarters, members should provide the national office with an up-to-date home address. The home address is considered by SIU headquar­ ters to be a member's permanent residence. SIU members who have changed their names also should notify headquarters. Individuals receiving duplicate copies of the LOG are asked to advise the union of this matter. If addresses or names are incor­ rectly noted on current mailings, contact headquar­ ters. Any changes should be made on the coupon and sent to SIU, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Poultry Plant Fire Points to Meed For Better Safety Continued from page 7 workplace committees on health and safety in plants with more than 10 employees. North Carolina is one of 23 states given permission by the fed­ eral Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to run its own program and assume responsibility for job safety and health, provided certain condi­ tions are met. The state failed to meet OSHA criteria on staffing and inspections in 1990. North Carolina has 22 safety inspectors, six of whom are trainees, and 13 health inspectors, seven of whom are trainees, for a total of 35. Federal OSHA require­ ments set 77 as the number needed by a state the size of North Car­ olina. In 1985, federal OSHA esti­ mated the state should inspect its 3,213 high hazard manufacturing businesses, which included Impe­ rial Foods, once every two years. In 1990, the state OSHA inspected only 100 businesses, meaning each plant would be visited about once every 30 years. The AFL-CIO, the national fed­ eration of trade unions, called for an end to the practice of allowing states to operate OSHA programs. Such a move was started late in the Carter administration but was killed when Ronald Reagan be­ came president in 1981. Several of the Imperial Foods survivors told stories about fellow workers being fired for asking about unsafe and unhealthy work­ ing conditions. The proposed leg­ islation, if enacted, would prevent this from happening. Immediately after the Hamlet fire, federal OSHA officials in­ spected another Imperial Foods plant in Georgia. While the inspec­ tors found all the fire exits un­ locked, they discovered the fire extinguishing unit was broken. The bills also recommend jail terms and fines for employers who knowingly put their workers at risk of serious injury and give OSHA inspectors the right to quickly shut down dangerous jobs. Hearings are scheduled to con­ tinue through the fall in the House of Representatives. CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR NAME FORM I • The following will be my permanent address for all official SIU mailings. This address should re- ' I main in the union file unless otherwise changed by me personally. | I L (PLEASE PRINT) Full name: If name has changed, former name:. Street address or P.O. Box: City, State, Zip Code: Telephone number (with area code): Social Security Number:. Book number: Please check one: • This is a change of address. • This is a change of name. • This is a new request. I have never received the LOG at my home address. • I am receiving more than one copy of the LOG. Please use the address listed above for all future issues of the LOG. (Signed). 10/91 I • �" JOHNBARNETTE Pensioner John Bamette, 73, passed away July 29. He was bom in Texas and joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Galveston, Texas. Brother Bamette sailed in the engine department. He began receiving his pension in June 1972. TONY BARONI Pensioner Tony Baroni, 72, died July 6. Bom in Louisi­ ana, he Joined the Seafarers in 1959 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Baroni shipped in the black-gang. He seiVed in the Army from 1941 until 1945. Brother Baroni re­ tired in Febmary 1984. ADRON COX Pensioner Adron Cox, 65, passed away August 4. A na­ tive of Bakan, Ky., he joined the union in 1962 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Cox sailed in the engine department and in 1973 upgraded at the Lundeterg School. He beigan receiving his pension in Octo­ ber 1982. VERNON DOUGLAS Pensioner Vemon Douglas, 67, died August 7. He joined the SIU in 1955 in his na­ tive Baltimore. A member of the steward department. Brother Douglas also served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. He retired in August 1989. w'' V •••,; .:. M.-C'. •••••'• CHARLESFRANK Pensioner Charles Frank, 73, passed away Au­ gust 24. He was bom in Pennsylvania and joined the Seafarers in 1947 in the port of New York. Brother Frank shipped in the deck depart­ ment. He began collecting his pension in Januaiy 1980. ROLAND GOODMAN Roland Goodman, 46, died Au­ gust 27. Bom in Donaldsonville. La., he joined the SIU in 1987 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. A veteran of the Navy (1962-66), Brother Goodman sailed in the deck department and was an active member'at the time of his death. • :.V.- • OaOBER 1991 DEEP SEA -A BAYARD HEIMER Pensioner Bayard Heimer, 76, passed away July22. The na­ tive of Jersey City, N.J. joined the Sea­ farers in 1962 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. Brother Hei­ mer sailed in the black-gang and upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School. He served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. Brother Heimer retired in May 1980. MICHAEL KLEPEIS Pensioner Michael Klepeis, 67, died July 30 due to car­ diopulmo­ nary arrest. He was bom in New Jersey and joined the union in 1948 in the port of New York. Brother Klepeis shipped in the steward department and from 1942 until 1945 he served in the Navy. He retired in January 1983. RAFAEL MALDONADO Rafael R. Maldonado, 66, passed away July 31. Bom in Puerto Rico, he joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of New York. Brother Maldonado sailed in the galley gang. He was an active mem­ ber at the time of his death. WILLIAM E. MORGAN Pensioner William E. Morgan, 63, died July 4. A native of North Carolina; he joined the Seafarers in 1979 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. Brother Mor­ gan shipped in the steward de­ partment and from 1943 to 1968 he served in the Navy. He began receiving his pension in May 1990. FREDMORISHIGE Pensioner Fred Morishige, 68, passed away July 13. TTie na­ tive of Hawaii joined the union in 1962 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. Brother Morishige sailed in the deck department. He served in the Army from 1944 until 1946 and retired in June 1988. RICHARD G. NEWELL Pensioner Richard G. Newell, 64, died June 9. Bom in New Mexico, he joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of Galveston, Texas. Brother Newell shipped as a member of the deck depart­ ment. He began receiving his pension in August 1984. UUNO PAULSON Pensioner Uuno Paulson, 79, passed away August 9. He was bom in Finland and joined the Seafarers in 1941 in the port of New York. Brother Paulson sailed as a bosun. He retired in January 1979. FAUSTINO PEDRAZA Pensioner Faustino Pedraza, 70, died August 5. A native of Alvin, Texas, he joined the SIU in 1941 in the port of Balti­ more. Brother Pedraza shipped in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in November 1983. VANCE A.REID Pensioner Vance A. Reid, 84, passed away August 22. Bom in Winston-Salem, N.C., he joined the union in 1948 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Brother Reid sailed in the engine de­ partment. He retired in Febm­ ary 1969. JUSTOSANA Pensioner Justo Sana, 83, died Au­ gust 23. He was bom in the Philip­ pine Is­ lands and joined the Seafarers in 1961 in the port of Seattle. Brother Sana shipped in the steward department. He served in the Coast Guard from 1942 until 1959. Brother Sana began receiving his pension in De­ cember 1975. WARREN SHOUN Pensioner Warren Shoun, 70, passed away August 16. The . Tennessee native joined the SIU in 1968 in the port of New York. He sailed in the engine department and upgraded fre­ quently at the Lundeberg School. Brother Shoun also served in the Navy from 1940 until 1967. He retired in No­ vember 1985. CHESTER TILLMAN Pensioner Chester Tillman, 66, died June 24. Bom in Elvins, Mo., he joined the SIU in 1968 in the port of Seattle. Brother Tillman shipped in the blackgang and he also served in the Army from 1945 to 1947. He began receiving his pension in June 1990. JUAN VAZQUEZ Pensioner Juan Vazquez, 74, passed away June 19. He was bom in Puerto Rico and joined the union in 1945 in the port of New York. Brother Vazquez sailed in the steward depart­ ment. He retired in November 1979. CURTIS VEAZIE Curtis Veazie, 60, died August 9. The Texas na­ tive joined the SIU in 1961 in the port of Houston. He shipped in the galley gang and upgraded firequently at the Limdeberg School. Brother Veazie also served in the Ma­ rine Corps, from 1952 until 1954. He was an active mem­ ber at the time of his death. 25 his hometown of Port Arthur, Texas. Boatman Simonton shipped as a master. He retired in March 1983. JOHN TERRY INLAND JAMES E. BUCHANAN Pensioner James E. Buchanan, 80, passed away August 14. Bom in Virginia, he joined the union in 1962 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Boatman Bu­ chanan sailed as a captain. He began receiving his pension in Febmary 1978. WILLIAM ESQUERRE Pensioner William Esquerre, 68, died August 13. He joined the Seafarers in 1960 in his native Mobile, Ala. Boat­ man Esquerre sailed in the deck department and he also served in the Army from 1943 to 1946. He retired in March 1985. GRADIE C.INGRAM Pensioner Gradie C. Ingram, 79, passed away August 16. A native of North Carolina, he joined the union in 1961 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Boatman Ingram sailed in the engine de­ partment. He began collecting his pension in April 1975. LEONARD KOENIG Pensioner Leonard Koenig, 64, died August 5. He was bom in Grema, La. and joined the Seafarers in 1956 in the port of New Orleans. Boat­ man Koenig served in the Army from 1945 until 1947. He shipped in the engine depart­ ment and retired in August 198L PAULSIMONTON Pensioner Paul Simonton, 72, died August 2. He joined the Sea­ farers in 1961 in Pensioner John Terry, 74, passed away Au­ gust 5. He joined the union in 1972 in his native Philadelphia, Pa. Boatman Terry sailed in the steward department. He began receiving his prension in Janu­ ary 1988. GREAT LAKES ••'t •: DONNIE PAULSEN Donnie Paulsen, 54, passed away July 1. He joined the union in 1961 in his native Sault St. Marie, Mich. Boatman Paulsen sailed in the deck department and he also served in the Army from 1962 until 1964. He was an ac­ tive member at the time of his death. •; • 'v i • ,4 • '•( . . ; -I r •„ 'i- ROBERT C. ROACH Pensioner Robert C. Roach, 64, died July 31. He was bom in Ohio and joined the SIU in 1961 in the port of De­ troit. Brother Roach sailed in the deck department, and he also served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. He retired in April 1989. ELDREDJ.STARK Pensioner Eldred J. Stark, 78, passed away August 1. A na­ tive of Marine City, Mich., he joined the Seafarers in 1960 in the port of Detroit. Brother Stark shipped in the deck department. He began re­ ceiving his pension in January 1980. • f ,.r ^ '.I-. A JjjWni A Fast Moving Story • "'Jii SliENCE N \N N written by an SIU mentber AB Larry Reiner has written an action-packed drama which takes place aboard two tankers. LAPPY PtINEP This 268-page novel is available in hardback for $18.95 from Integra Press; 1702 W. Camelback Road, Suite 119; Phoenix, Ariz. 85015. Shipping costs will be paid by the publishing company on books ordered before the end of December. Larry Reiner will be happy to autograph books purchased by SIU members and pensioners, unless he is at sea. •. '.: N" • '' .' �resteiia(i!Me*yj ' • -. M-' "t ''' •'•'y v-i J •, ' ' ••"":'•• '••- •"• •-*•",'•' • f/ ; •.'•• • ^mrr/ 26 SEAMfffAS LOG '. i:- Ten Classes i>. <.r, '-. '-.i •• • S- ft •. . • ••.• : " ' Trainee Lifeboat Class 480—<3raduating July 25 from trainee lifeboat class 480 are (from left, kneeling) Carl E. Leonard, James Capps, Derek Law, Steven Boleware, Laura Prague, Eddy George, Derek Mooney, Clifton Simoneaux IV, (second row) Thomas Janick, Kent Lee, T.J. Cox, Alton Glapion, Darrin Cooper, Wes Evans, Bill Brooks, Kevin Leewitt, Truman Marlowe Jr., John Crate, Elliot Whitted, Allen Sanders, Jack Green and Jim Moore (instructor). Trainee Lifeboat Class 483—-Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat class 483 are (from left, kneeling) Chris Mares, Clyde McArn, Robert Langford, Jason Schaffer, Marius Louw, Mark Settles, Kenny Cram Jr., (second row) Alton Hickman Jr., Dwayne Gordon, Jose Rodriguez, Rob Cavanaugh, John Schneider, Jeffrey Chicklas, Kevin Masefield, Nick Valenty, Jim Moore (instructor), (third row) Mark McArn, David Cebula, James Weinrich, Mike Mclntyre, Vance Edington, Mike Burkett, Sean Hanley, Larry Callwood and Matthew Alexander. !«•! fI.-••••r • '• . Able Bodied Seamen—Graduating with their AB endorsement are (from left, kneeling) Doughland Stewart, John Kalyma, Robert Rainey, Kendra Savage, Chris Klaber, Robert Arneel, Miguel Acevedo, Casey Taylor (instructor), Ludek Horejsi, (second row) Joel Vickers, Ken BIyler, Khamisi Kayanda, Sean Ryan, J.R. Ewing, Calvin Patterson, Robert David, Kenneth Spruil, Charles Renfro Jr., Julio Figueroa, Daryl Fowkes James Watts, Kelvin Johnson, (third row) Mike Hooper, Steve Tepper, Wesley Elliott, Paul Grady, John Warner, Mark Billiot and George Keblios. Upgraders Lifeboat—Certificates of training were received by the August 8 class of upgraders. They are (from left) Ben Cusic (instructor). Bunny Chelom, William Matthews, John Wong and John Wills. Advanced Refrigeration Class—Receiving their certificates of course completion are (from left, front row) Eric Malzkuhn (instructor), John Wong, Kevin Wray, John Penrose, James Weismore, (second row) Robert Stancavage, Bob Hamil, Donald Morgan, Randall Story, Rick Stewart, (third row) James Brock, E.A. Richman and John Copeland. Hydraulics—Meeting the course requirements for the four-week hydraulics course are (from left, kneeling) San Negron, Ken Stratton, Jose Quinones, Michael Brown, (second row) Walter Chancey, Bobby Spencer, Mike Novak, Bill Foley (instructor), Joseph Ortiz Jr., Tommy Hogan, (third row) Kevin Conklin, Bill Sullivan, Ray Culpepper and Paul Peterson. Upgraders Lifeboat—Receiving their lifeboat training certificates from the Lundeberg School on Sep­ tember 10 are (from left, kneeling) U. Arciaga, Paul Gatewood, (second row) Mitchell Phillip, Timothy Monaghan, P.S. Olson, Hector Pinero and Jim Moore (instructor). Upgraders Lifeboat—Completing the September 12 lifeboat training course are (front) Gregory Calvello, (second row) Dan Mullen, Kenneth Johns, Daniel Cruz, (third row) Jim Moore (instructor), Steve Palmer, Tom Dowd and Pete Hokenson. _^ „ Marme Electrical Maintenance -Upgrad­ ing members of the Marine Electrical Maintenance course are (from left) J.D. Phillips, Tony Yore, R. McKenzie, Donald Morgan and Christopher Derra. Fireman, Oiler, Watertender way up the engine department ratings are (from left, sitting) Joshua Georgiades, Freddy Dougherty, Sjarifudin Noor, Van Russ, Michael Jackson, Bubba Smith, L.A. Gracia, (second row) Sam Perez, J.C. Wiegman (instructor), J. Rick Nelson, Nestor Martinez, Rich­ ard Davis. Michael Gott and Roy A. Coleman. , i-: ,' . A Tr. ' �,V • -• -i--' i- is ,'•: 27 oaoBER mi 1991-92 mRADING COURSE SCHEDULE RecertlHcation Programs The following is the current course schedule for November 1991-April 1992 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. All programs are geared to improve job skills of SlU members and to promote the American maritime industry. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's needs as well as the national emergency mobilization in the Persian Gulf. Completion Date May 4 March 2 Check-In Date March 30 January 27 Course Bosun Recertification Steward Recertification Steward •'i Courses Completion Check-In Date 1 Date Course Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker, All open-ended (contact admissions Chief Cook, Chief Steward office for starting dates) Upon completion, all students will take a Sealift Familiarization class. Deck Upgrading Courses Completion Check-In Date Date February 28 January 20 April 24 March 16 All students must take the OH Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations tmd Maintenance course. November 22 November II Lifeboatman December 6 November 25 December 20 December 9 January 17 January 6 January 31 January 20 February 14 February 3 February 28 February 17 ... March 13 March 2 March 27 March 16 April 10 March 30 April 24 April 13 May 8 April 27 December 13 December 2 Ship Handling February 7 January 27 March 13 March 2 December 20 December 16 Radar Observer Unlimited January 24 January 20 March 20 March 16 November 29 November 4 Celestial Navigation March 6 February 10 May 1 April 6 April 17 January 6 Third Mate March 3> January 27 Limited Mates License -• " 'v. Course Able Seaman Eagiae Upgrading Courses Completion Check-In Date Date Course January 6 March 27 QMED-Any Rating November II December 20 Fireman/Watertender and Oiler January 20 February 28 March 16 April 24 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment cla.ss. February 14 January 6 Pumproom Maintenance & Operations February 21 January 6 Marine Electrical Maintenance May 8 March 16 May 8 Assistant Engineer (Deep Sea & Inland) March 2 February 14 January 6 Refrigeration Maintenance & Operations All students in the Engine Department will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. 1991 Adult iducafion Schedule "The following courses are available through the Seafarers Harry Lunde­ berg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. Please contact the admissions office if you are interested in attending. Check-In Completion Course x Date Date ; ^ Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must he taken. Tankerman November 11 ' December 6 March 16 April 10 High School Equivalency (GED) Adult Basic Education (ABE) English as a Second Language (ESL) Oil Spill Course Course Oil Spill Prevention & Containment (1 week) Upon completion, the Sealift Operations Completion Check-In Date Date March 2 March 6 April 27 May I course must he taken. Mo./Oay/Vear (Middle) Address- (Street) • (City) (State) Telephonei——L (Zip Code) (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. ^ Book # Social Security #- -( January 6 March 16 February 28 May 8 With this application COPIES of your discharges must he submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until a|l of the above are received. RATING DATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE Date of Birth(Kirsi) iLaslI it" SHtSS College Program Schedule for 1992 FULL 8-week Sessions UPGRADING APPLICATION Name- All open-ended (contact admissions office for starting dates) — DATE- SIGNATUREDepartment- Seniority U.S. Citizen: • Yes • No I am interested In the following course(s) checked below or indicated here if not listed Home Port. Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? • Yes • No If yes, which program: from Last grade of school completed. (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? • Yes • No If yes. course(s) taken Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? • Yes • No If yes, how many weeks have you completed? Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement? • Yes • No Eirefighting: • Yes • No CPR: • Yes • No Date available for training — DECK • • • • • AB/Sealift 1st Class Pilot Third Mate Radar Observer Unlimited Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboal Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course • Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems • Automation • Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding • Lifeboalman (Must be taken with another course) ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) • High School Equivalency Program (GED) • Developmental Studies (DVS) Q English as a Second Language (ESL) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation STEWARD ENGINE • FOWT • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive, Systems (Marine Electronics) • • • • • Assistant Cook Utility Cook and Baker Chief Cook Chief Steward Towboat Inland COok COLLEGE PROGRAM • Associates in Arts Degree • Certificate Programs Transportation »i'l be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only if you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. RETURN COMPI-F.TEI) APPLICATION TO Seafarers Harry l.iinJeberg Upgrading Center. P O Bos Primary language spoken .> Piney Point. MD. 30674 lU/VI ,,T»5— • • . 'I ^ •T,- • �•% J]. •^r?,•?••'' ^ ,V ,V. . •, uV,'.-,-; . ;> .V-. •'; r . . •;> .;.- ' '.•; '' • -•••• • •••, • ' ^ '• '•' rt'Sif'S;•", Volume 53, Number 10 October 1991 Seafarers who partic­ ipated in the Persian Gulf sealift operation who have stories atx}ut their experiences are asked by the Seafarers LOG to share those moments with fellow SlU mem­ bers. The LOG invites any and all Seafai;ers to submit story materiai and photos. Mine-Sweepers Clearing Persian Gulf i fy;: &:3y( X.XX/''' fxS I?: fex X^X,/ ••• ..; HW7v:?,v:-:-: .• ••'X^ The Maritime Administration has announced that most of the 1,250 mines found in the Persian t r .* X' ' , ^ ' Gulf since December 21, 1990 have been removed or destroyed and that merchant shipping in and out of Kuwaiti ports is returning to normal. In an advisory to U.S.-flag ship operators which contained an up­ date on commercial shipping con­ ditions in the Arabian Gulf, Straits of Hormuz and the Gulf of Oman, MarAd said military escort ser­ vices will no longer be provided. The agency's statement said such protection and transit assistance in and out of Kuwaiti ports was no longer necessary because of the cease-fire and the reduction of military forces in the region. MarAd's notice also pointed to the success of multinational mine counter-measures which have re­ moved what appears to be the. major portion of the explosive de­ vises which threatened merchant , Iraq used 11 different kinds of mines to threaten merchant and naval shipping in the Persian Gulf. The multinational mine and naval shipping in the gulf re­ sweeping efforts have been successful at deactivating more than 1,250 of such mines. gion. Participating in the mine clearance effort were U.S., Brit­ which has its own jet engines and plant explosive charges on those bridge VHF radio for maritime ish, French, Italian, Dutch, Ger­ can be operated by the helicopter mines or defuse them. advisory information," the state­ man and Japanese mine hunting crew, sweeps for mines by gener­ The MarAd notice recommends ment advised. ships. ating an electrical current which that merchant vessels in that area The U.S. Navy's role in the can detonate underwater mines. It transit QCS Route 303 on the in­ Danger in North Gulf Waters mine counter-measures operation also is equipped with a mechanical bound leg and QCS Route 305 was substantial. Fifteen percent cutter that snips the floating mines Of the 1,250 mines verified in on the outbound portion of the of the surface mine forces and all free from their tether ropes. the area, all except five have been voyage. "While there remains, as of the helicopters used in the minespotted above 27-OON. The before, no guarantee of safe pas­ Divers Dispatched sweeping of the gulf were supplied MarAd notice said additional sage, 6ver 300 merchant vessel by the United States. After the helicopter-towed sleds mines are believed to be in the transits of Routes QCS 303 and According to September 2 Navy cleared the mines near the water's North Arabian Gulf and the state­ 305 have been safely conducted Times articles, to detect the niines surface, mine-hunter ships would ment flatly said that entry in that since March 1991," said the during the recent Persian Gulf en­ move in, painstakingly searching area "must be conducted with MarAd advisory. gagement, a combination of heli­ caution." for every explosive in the vessel's The agency's statement said copters and surface ships carried vicinity. Bottom niines were lo­ "Prudence dictates topside military escort services to com­ out the mine sweeping operations. cated with sonar. While in some mine watches and daylight trans­ mercial shipping ceased on August First, U.S. Navy helicopters, cases robotic mini-submarines its," added the advisory when ad­ 20. However, U.S. Navy warships each towing a sled at the end of a were used, the mine counterdressing the situation in the North will continue "normal maritime 400-foot cable, searched for shal­ measures task force relied heavily Arabian Gulf. patrols in the Arabian Gulf and low anchored mines. The sled. on divers who were dispatched to As to the area south of 27-OON, may be contacted via bridge to the MarAd statement said only a "slight threat" to merchant ship­ ping remains from "random drift­ ing mine encounters." From 28OON south "there are no known active mines," said the MarAd notice. & • X- ^ The Navy Times reports that during Operation Desert Shield, Iraqi mines impeded sealift opera­ tions. Some cargo ships destined mm for Saudi Arabian ports had to await escorts and time their transit through the dangerous waters to coincide with daylight hours. Iraq's mine arsenal included 11 types of explosives, according to the Navy Times. The mines range from the super sophisticated models built in the 1980s that can be activated by a passing ship's magnetic, acoustic or pressure in|flUence to 1908-designed czarist i Russian mines that require contact HI order UlUCI to lU explode CApiUC ^ in and which Re-opening the major ports of Kuwait required the recovery or destruction of hundreds of mines. Pictured above is a member continue to be be built to this day by of the multi-national Mine Countermeasures Task Group of Operation Desert Storm. the North Koreans. •'xil � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource October 1991 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES HUSSEIN’S ORNERINESS BLOCKS WRAP-UP OF GULF CONFLICT PROTEST TO ‘WORKER TAX’ MOUNTS THREE MARITIME UNIONS JOIN IN CALL FOR POLICIES TO RAISE U.S. -FLAG FLEET NEW BILL SEEKS EXPANDED U.S. CRUISE SHIP INDUSTRY SEN. BREAUX CALLS FOR EXCLUSION OF MARITIME TRADE TALKS FUNDS SOUGHT FOR NEW FACILITY AT SOO LOCKS JOE POWERS IS DEAD AT 79 SEAFARERS SIGHT, RESCUE 4 ADRIFT ON RAFT RANDOM TESTING BEGINS FOR SEAMEN ON U.S. SHIPS BUY/SHIP AMERICAN PROVISION RETAINED IN AID BILL BY PANEL LEARNING TO READ CHANGES SEAFARER’S LIFE ANTI-SCAB BILL GOES TO SENATE FATAL FACTORY FIRE POINTS TO GAPS IN U.S. SAFETY LAWS LARGEST U.S. BUILT TANKER IS BROKEN OUT, CREWED SIU ETC CHAIRMAN LAUDS CDS PROGRAM CASINO RIVERBOAT EMPLOYEES GO WITH SEAFARERS NEW ORLEANS, HONOLULU CONDUCT BENEFIT CONFERENCES SEAFARERS DEDICATE NEW UNION HALL TO HONLULU FALL IN TEMPERATURE HAS NO EFFECT ON ORGULF PUSHBOAT OPERATIONS SIU OFFERS ALTERNATIVES TO CUTS IN FISHING JOBS FIVE LNG GEMINI CREWMEN CITED FOR RESCUE AT SEA SEAFARER RACE ACTS AS GOODWILL ENVOY TO SOUTHHAMPTON APPEALS BOARD AMENDS SHIPPING RULES; AFFECTS REGISTRATION PROCESS ON WEEKENDS RETIRED BOSUN, DAUGHTER REUNITED AFTER 27-YEAR SEPARATION SEAFARERS PARTICIPATE IN AFL-CIO RALLY HAL HORN ANSWERS GULF CALL; EARNS LOCAL RECOGNITION STANLEY’S MESSAGE IN BOTTLE FOUND AFTER TWO YEARS STEWARDS AGREE ON BENEFITS UPGRADING CREATIVITY IS CRITICAL TO A HENRY JONES MENU MINE-SWEEPERS CLEARING PERSIAN GULF Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 10/01/1991 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 53, No. 10 1991 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/c9cce2ab763d5840c4db55018430c725.PDF 707aad7d70443d136a807015f66424c2 PDF Text Text a?i ofnaAt '«8te .Swffctf ijy ®'«»icr :-5JS "o/aWe 63^ *'*"»ber 11 /Vbifi ' J. e . . : I » -jA • c„ '' '""f ''3 T"" :r^' , » 1 I " ^ t •-' -.7 r,r$iLiL ssas -j « i »;•: ?..VI. i ... .v'. •J! -':?>|V #5! ^1 .:v If. •'. "•••'''( '• ''•i-r:M ':.'6 Si B->.m At •';' ; '.'••• ,.^'j - ::.. •,Ci; - V, ,••••> • >; • • -, S - ,.•: SA'%5^;t"SS':S �SlAfARm LOG - }•-1.'' ":y]-r.'\ ' '/•••. Presidenfs Report .C; fir I Helping Expioiteci Seamen - :ii-. .'i •" -•-. '}"'^r"i'?; /sj-;' ,;- ''' • '• .irV i0$sr '•^t;S: :'!?. V.'" • .:> f,4 - : • -,, <•„• "i' S.'''£-;'; •: '/^..''i-is, •'. i®,!® •• vsasasftj^^K' - In a world where it is getting easier and easier for a runaway-flag shipowner to escape from any semblance of safety regulations and decent standards, it is a positive development that the world's seafaring unions were able to press and successfully secure an increase in the minimum wage for the exploited sea­ men of the world. This was one of the matters concerning the sea­ man's welfare which occupied the representatives of shipowners and seafaring unions in a series of meet­ ings held under the auspices of the United Nation's In­ ternational Labor Organization, the tripartite group that brings together business, labor and government. As a seamen's representative of the United States par­ Michael Sacco ticipating in the sessions held at the end of last month. I was glad to see a framework strengthened by which something can be done for the hundreds of thousands of exploited seamen in the world. At the meeting of shipowners and seafaring unions in a forum called the Joint Maritime Commission of the ILO, the parties agreed to in­ crease the world minimum wage for seamen from $286 to $335 per month as of October 25 and then to raise that rate again on the same date in 1992 to $356. This means the seaman working on ships operated under the flags of the runaway registries now will have a yearly salary of some $4,000; that is if he stays aboard the vessel for the full 12 months. Of course this action does not have any bearing on American seamen and furthermore will not affect one iota the seafarers from other traditional maritime nations who sail aboard the ships registered under the flags of their own countries. In fact, the notion of a yearly salary of $4,000 is almost ridiculous when viewed against the American, European or Japanese standard of living. What would a $4,000 annual salary do in this country? Some people spend more than that on feeding their dog. That amount of money hardly equals what an average citizen in these areas of the world spends on basic housing costs. At this session, the Joint Maritime Commission also recommended that the ILO study how the sweeping changes in the worldwide mari­ time industry are affecting seamen. Such ch^ges include the prolifera­ tion of runaway registries and so-called second registries (a traditional maritime nation's flag-of-convenience scheme) and the in­ crease in the number of manning agencies (many of which seem to op­ erate an awful lot like the types we used to call "crimps" in this coun­ try some fifty years ago). The positive end of this matter is that something has been done for the abused seaman who works aboard flag-of-convenience ships or on vessels that are part of state-owned fleets. The seafarer in these situa­ tions does not have the protection of strong, free and independent trade unions. This seafarer is dogged by a whole host of shipowner ef­ forts to keep him subjected to low wages and low standards. Any effort—no matter how smdl—to get the ninaway-flag operator to pay his seamen a higher wage and to bring shipboard living condi­ tions and safety standards closer to those found on the ships of the tra­ ditional maritime nations is worth doing. Once the conditions are on the books (in the case of the minimum wage it is on a world level), it is worth seeing to it that they are en­ forced- This is easier said than done. The runaway operator slides in between flags, becoming something of a phantom as far as any kind of law and order is concerned. While the runaway operator may continue to slip and slide between international laws and enforcement mechanisms, it is important to push for any kind of measure which will protect the seamen who work aboard these vessels. That is why the SIU continues to participate in international groups such as the ILO, or with the International Trans­ port Workers' Federation (ITF), the group which brings together sea­ faring unions from throughout the free world. As difficult as it is, we at least have a vehicle for raising the working conditions of the world's most exploited seamen. These efforts are in the interests of the unpro­ tected seamen on runaway-flag ships and they are in the interests of American mariners who benefit when standards are raised just a little closer to our own for those who compete with us in the world trades. Volume 53, Number II November 1991 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Telephone (301) 8990675. Second-class postage paid at MSG Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith-, Assistant Editor, Daniel Duncan; Associate Editors, Jordan Biscardo, Max Hall, Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene; Art, Bill Brower. SHI Urges Gambling For U.S. Cniise Ships The SIU voiced its strong sup­ port for a bill that could lead to both the investment of U.S. dollars in United States passenger ship operations and the creation of thousands of jobs for American seafarers. The bill, known as the U.S.Flag Cruise,Ship Competitiveness Act and introduced by Represen­ tative Gene Taylor (D-Miss.), would allow U.S.-flag cruise ships to offer regulated gambling on the high seas. Currently, the Gambling Ship Act—intended to prohibit off­ shore casino barges from evading state anti-gambling statutes—pre­ vents U.S.-flag cruise vessels from offering gambling on the high seas. Meanwhile, foreign-flag ships are not subject to the same restrictions, even though most of them operate from U.S. ports. In testimony before the House Merchant Marine Subcommittee on October 10, Terry Turner, SIU director of government relations, said, "The reality of the modem cmise industry is stark and clear: No cmise ship without gaming can directly compete in the same service against other vessels re­ ceiving substantial revenues from shipboard gaming." Bill Bans Crulses-to-Nowhere The U.S.-Flag Cmise Ship Competitiveness Act would elimi­ nate most so-called cmises-to-nowhere, a foreign-flag tactic which exploits loopholes in the Gambling Ship Act. On a typical trip, the foreign-flag vessel would leave a U.S. port, open its gambling facili­ ties once the vessel has left the U.S. territorial sea (usually three miles seaward) and allow its pas­ sengers to gamtlle for several hours before retuming to its port of embarkation. Under H.R. 3282, such a vessel would be prohibited from engaging in gambling unless it went to a foreign port or was on a voyage of more than 24 hours with food and staterooms for all passengers on board. "Unregulated cruise-to-nowhere casino ships, which are clearly illegal, are the only ships that would suffer from this bill," Tumer said. "These vessels have employed foreign individuals, at far below U.S. wage levels and without work or residence visas, despite the fact that they reside in and are employed full-time in the United States." Growth Industry As Tumer noted in his testi­ mony, the cruise industry, with an annual growth rate over 10 percent, is easily the greatest suc­ cess story of the last decade in the maritime industry. Cmise ships had 500,000 passengers in 1970; last year the figure was greater than 5 million. In 1990 shipboard gaming aboard foreign-flag cmise ships and cmises-to-nowhere grew de­ spite the recession, with a total of ; •• jr'' ' ' : "" T", $1.8 billion wagered on board^— primarily by U.S. citizens. Yet despite the fact that more than 85 percent of all cmise pas­ sengers worldwide are Ameri­ cans, only two of the more than 120 deep-draft cmise ships in the world fly the U.S. flag (the SIUcrewed Independence and Consti­ tution). Further, the uncontested center of the world cmise industry is the U.S.—specifically south Florida, home port of dozens of cmise ships, none of them UiS.flag vessels. This situation exists largely be­ cause the Gambling Ship Act and the Johnson Act, the two laws which discriminate against Ameri­ can passenger ships, were enacted when transportation was the pri­ mary service offered by passenger ships. The concept of the cruise ships had not yet been developed, and ships which did offer gambling on the high seas were little more than casino barges operated to evade state anti-gambling laws. Now, the cruise ship itself is considered the destination. Administration Support One year ago, the Bush adminis­ tration firmly opposed any changes in the Gambling Ship Act and the Johnson Act. But last month it indicated a significant shift on the matter. John C. Keeney, the Depart­ ment of Justice's deputy assistant attomey general, criminal divi­ sion, offered conditional support for H.R. 3282. Testifying before the subcom­ mittee, he said the administration would not oppose casino gambling on U.S. vessels "on legitimate voyages from one port to an­ other." Creating More Jobs The benefits of H.R. 3282 would be plentiful. Passage of the bill "would be a major step forward in allowing our nation's vessels to compete, while not injuring other interests and not costing taxpay­ ers any subsidy or other pay­ ments," Turner said to the com­ mittee. "The United States cruise industry will enjoy a more level playing field for the first time in 40 years and will be able to com­ pete for a slice of the most rapidly growing sector of the maritime industry." At a time when citizens through­ out the U.S. are losing their jobs, H.R. 3282 would create significant new employment opportunities. Modern cruise ships typically re­ quire 500 to 1,000 crewmembers per vessel, which supports a great number of seafarers due to rota­ tion and relief. The bill has not been reported out of the House committee as yet. Additionally, a companion bill has not been introduced in the Senate. Industry representatives antici­ pate there will be some amend­ ments to the bill proposed in order to meet the concerns raised by the Justice Department. -.J ' ;^-Vl' -I • .i �NOKMBER mi At Long Last, A Memorial to U.S. Seamon ,• ' .'• ' 'J "¥w'>" ;-• ' ' !• ' •vv; The contribution of American merchant mariners to their coun­ try, in war and in the pursuit of peaceful commerce, was finally recog­ nized in a ceremony last month which marked the unveiling of a New York City memorial depicting surviving World War II seamen aboard a life raft. During the ceremony, an honor guard of 23 World War II veteran seamen marched out onto the breakwater and stood at attention as a 144pound time capsule containing the names of the 6,775 mariners who died in WWII was lowered into the bow of the life raft. Taps was played and a New York City fireboat unleashed a stream of red, white and blue water. Among the honor guard members was SIU pensioner George Alexander, the only one of the veteran mariners present at the ceremony to have served in both World War I and WWII. The 98-year-old veteran steward department member, reflecting on the simple but moving ceremony, said of the recognition of merchant mariners, "It was a long time in coming, but when it did happen, it was beautiful." Alexander was joined at the ceremony by two other SIU World War II veterans, retired QMED William "Flattop" Koflowitch and Fran­ cis "Buffalo" Stallings, who sailed as a wiper. Both Koflowitch and Stallings echoed Alex­ ander's sentiments. "I feel that this ceremony should have taken place some time ago," said Koflowitch. "But the monument and the dedica­ tion ceremony were beautiful." AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland, who shipped as a mate during WWII and who served as chairman of the memorial's organizing com­ mittee, noted that the unveiling of the statue represented the end of a long voyage. "Fifteen years ago, we dedicated ourselves to the task of creating the nation's first national monument honoring the American merchant seamen who have served this country in war and peace, and who have sacrificed their lives 1• ', ^ M Representing the Seafarers at the dedication ceremony were (from left) Tom Soresi, Charles DiChnio, Robert Gorbea, Ed Doruth, Mike Manekas, William "Flattop" Koflowitch, George Alexander, Louis Morales, Francis "Buffalo" Stallings and George Wilkey. Alexander, who sailed in WWI and WWII served in the ceremony's honor guard. Koflowitch and Stallings are WWII veteran seamen. to give freedom a chance," he said in his remarks at the ceremony. "For those of us in the trade union move­ ment—and particularly those of us from mari­ time labor—we take great pride and satisfaction in the knowledge that from this day forward, merchant mariners who served our country and who gave their lives for freedom will be forever memorialized on this waterfront site in our nation's greatest city." Sacco: More to Be Done SIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco, speaking at a reception following the dedication for the 1,000 or so individuals in attendance, noted that the memorial also served as a re­ minder of the work that remains to be done to 'Woricer Tax' Plan Ignites Boatman's Pmtest What does it take to make a 34-year-old, third generation tugboat captain mad enough to take on the political establishment regulating the U.S. merchant marine? Announce plans to tax him for his job! Anthony Primeaux has been talking to and faxing fellow boatmen in the Louisiana and Texas channels of the Intercoastal Waterway to urge them to sign a petition to stop the U.S. Coast Guard from imposing a "worker tax" on merchant mariners. Primeaux joins the SIU in a strong push to halt a U.S. Coast Guard plan to charge seamen and boatmen for the processing and issuance of merchant marine documents and licenses. The user fee plan was first established by Congress and signed into law by the president in the form of the 1990 Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act. The government, looking for devices to bal­ ance the budget, ordered the Coast Guard to begin charging for its various services. The agency issued over the summer a notice outlin­ ing a program whereby seamen and boatmen will have to pay from $35 for a document without a qualified rating up to $330 for an upper level license, as well as being charged $17 for an FBI check. "This just struck a nerve," Primeaux recently told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. "This struck me the wrong way. I've never been involved in politics before. I'm tired of them taxing the middle man while the rich keep getting richer." After he first read about the possible fees in the Seafarers LOG, Primeaux started talking Relief Captain John Primeaux adds his name to Anthony with his fellow boatmen who also did not like Primeaux's (standing) petition against the Coast Guard's imposition of a worker tax. Continued on page 9 secure for WWII mariners all to which they are entitled. "While the battle for recognition of World War II mariners has been won inch by inch, there are a few more inches left to go," he said. Sacco noted the need to enact a bill currently before Congress which would extend the civilian mariner eligibility cut-off date for veterans' benefits. Known as H.R. 44, the bill would extend the date from August 15, 1945 to the date set for all other branches of the Armed Forces—December 31, 1946. He also said efforts must be made to have the federal government's office of personnel management count WWII merchant marine service as the equivalent of military service and to ensure that all of the nation's 50 states extend their veterans' benefits programs to WWII seamen. "Those of us in the merchant marine today must not let up on the fight to achieve full and complete veterans' status for World War II merchant seamen and full and complete recogni­ tion of the vital role American shipping had in this conflict. We have inherited a proud track record—the men and women in the American merchant marine during World War II delivered the goods under daunting conditions. It is up to us to dedicate our energies towards achieving recognition for those who gave their all to their country," Sacco said. Monument Inspired by Photo The bronze and stainless steel statue pays tribute to the thousands of American seamen who lost their lives while engaged in their trade. The sculpture depicts four WWII seamen, three on a life raft, one in the water whose outContinued on page 8 At the reception following the ceremony. AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland and memorial sculptor Marisol display a photograph of the monument. yf: $m' .t • \. '...•••ill.' . I-; •. • �SUFARBtS 106 :V .<,.' - T-j' W-:- SRI Pushes Extension of U.S. Labor Laws to Runaway Ships it i'"^-'. . •"'. -i- "• Ifc {;• Citing the continually unscrupu­ lous conduct of many American vessel owners operating ships under runaway registries, the SIU expressed its unwavering support for legislation which would extend American labor laws to foreignflag ships owned by Americans and operating principally in U.S. commerce. The bill, H.R. 1126, would ex­ tend the protection of the Fair Labor Standards Act and the Na­ tional Labor Relations Act for a five-year period to those foreignflag vessels. It was introduced by Representative William Clay (D-Mo.). "It's time to close the loophole in our labor laws that encourages the abuse of people who work on board these ships," SIU official Edd Morris said in testimony be­ fore the House Labor Standards Subcommittee on October 10. Morris and other representatives of organizations representing sea­ farers' rights testified that by cir­ cumventing American labor laws, the foreign-flag vessels are driving U.S.-flag ships off the seas at a cost of many thousands of Ameri­ can jobs. Morris, who serves as an in­ spector for the International Transport Workers Federation and as such boards foreign-flag ships to determine if minimum wage levels and living conditions are being met, was able to pepper his testimony with vivid examples of the widespread human suffering spawned by runaway registries. The following is an excerpt from Morris' testimony: "I recognize that it has not been the intent of nations such as Libe­ ria, Panama or Honduras to allow their national flags to be used to shield such behavior. They simply hope to improve the condition of their national treasuries by under­ cutting the prices charged by in­ dustrialized nations for ship regis­ tration and tonnage fees. "But a ship registry is more than a mechanism for improving one's «•. •: [•' ^ i' i': t> $: it;-.-: • t 't balance of payments. Registries must establish, and most im­ portant of all, enforce standards of operation and safety... "This This hearing gives a yoice to a class of people who currently are too frightened to speak and too intimidated to act even when they are the victims of abuse and deceit. "Let me describe some repre­ sentative cases, the kind that I encounter on a regular basis. (The first case involves crewmembers who spoke on condition of ano­ nymity.) "The ship of this crew flies the flag of Cyprus... . Their com­ plaints include: • Food: They are given no fresh fruits or vegetables, or fresh dairy products. Canned food is shunned because the cans are rusted and expiration dates passed... . They have no cooking oils. • Living conditions: Living quarters have leaking ceilings. (Cleaning and clothes-washing sup­ plies are scarce or non-existent. They have no toilet paper. • Working conditions: The crew is expected to work without gloves, including paint chipping. They are not provided with safety glasses. • Pay and hours: The employ­ ment contract obtained through a Maldive Island manning agency calls for pay of $300 per month regular pay and $80 additional to cover overtime. "Actual pay is $270 per month, with overtime paid at a rate of $1.40 per hour. However, the crew is not paid overtime for hours worked when the ship is not at sea. Thus, they are not compen­ sated for securing the ship, standby time, undocking, etc... ." Morris gave other examples, such as the Panamanian-flag sea­ man who was paid $6,000 less than his predecessor as Second Officer aboard the Golden Shimizu. Other crewmembers from that ship told Smalley Recalls Sleeping Car Porter Days T :.• •:v • J Assistant Cook Bill Smalley (right), a member of the SlU's Government Services Division who sails on MSGPAC ships, talks with A. Philip Randolph Institute President Norman Hill during the recent Solidarity Pay rally in Washington. Smalley, prior to shipping had been active in the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, the union once headed by the legendary A. Philip Randolph, who played a key role in organizing the civil rights protests of the late '50s and '60s, including the 1964 March on Washington. the Coast Guard they were victims of harsh and discriminatory treat­ ment, including being shorted on pay and being paid in foreign cur­ rency. They said leave pay and overtime were denied; they worked excessive hours; were provided with poor quality food and an insufficient supply of food; and had water rationed for 20 minutes twice a day. The crew also was concerned about safety factors. The ship had no lifeboat drills nor fire and boat drills in the past four years. Moreover, testimony and pre­ trial depositions delivered under oath in a court case in Tacoma, Wash, established that crew­ members on many, if not all for­ eign-flag ships routinely are cheated of their rightful wages. This wage cheating places lawabiding American-flag ships at a financial disadvantage worth mil­ lions of dollars, noted Morris. He said, "Congress should stop the American sanction of the 'free­ dom of exploitation' encouraged by foreign ship registries." mi m Abskaa OH Dar^opimit To Be Debated in Senate The energy bill, which contains a provision on opening a section of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR), will be taken up on the Senate floor in early November, according to Capitol Hill sources. The legislation has far-reaching consequences for the American-flag tanker fleet be­ cause the transport of Alaska oil, which if developed and earmarked for domestic consumption, would be subject to cabotage laws. Senate leeAct George Mitchell has promised to make the bill a legislative i*iority afta: passage of the Civil Rights bill, now under debate. ANWR is the most promising region for American oil reserves; estimated to contain upwards of 8.8 billion barrels of oil. Such a find would provide not only a large measure of energy security for the nation, but would also give a big boost to U.S.-flag shipping, partic­ ularly at a time when Alaskan North Slope oil is waning. Passage of an ANWR oil explo­ ration and development provision in the energy bill is not certain. Although the bill calls only for the exploration of a small section of the refuge, groups concerned with protecting the environment are ex­ erting heavy pressure on Congress to keep the entire ANWR region undeveloped. There are some senators who are so opposed to ANWR devel­ opment that a filibuster has been threatened. Meanwhile, action in the House on similar legislation has stalled in a Merchant Marine and Wildlife Subcommittee chaired by Gerry Studds (P-Mass.). The bill is also before the House Committee on the Interior. It is unlikely that the House will be able to act on this measure before the end of the year unless the recess, now set for Thanksgiving, is delayed. Meanwhile, the SIU, working with the maritime industry in gen­ eral and U.S.-flag tanker vessel operators in particular, is urging passage of the jjill. Buy/Ship American Provision on Hoid As House Votes Down Foreign Aid Biii As the LOG was going to i»-ess, the House of Representatives voted down, by a vote of 159-262, a compromise foreign aid bill. Ap­ parently, the strong opposition to the conference repeat centered on 1wguage j^rtaining to family plan­ ning funding and the buy Ameri­ can/ship American provision contained in the bill. The same compromise bill had passed the Senate by a vote of 61-38 on Octo­ ber 8. The compromise bill supported by the Senate and voted down by the House grew out of a conference committee report after both cham­ bers of Congress passed their own versions of die foreign aid bill ear­ lier this year. The House and Senate confer­ ee^ in working out the compro­ mise bill, adopted language which called on governments receiving actual cash aid from the United States to sign agreements which establish that a portion of the American taxpayer monies they receive will be spent in the U.S. and shipped on American bottoms. The conferee language further stated that if no agreemoits have been agned, the nations receiving cash aid would be subject to a slid­ ing scale up to 75 percent of money by Fiscal Year 1996 on American goods of which 50 p^cent would be transported on U.S.-flag vessels.The bill legislated an equal distribution of departure ports. It is now up to the confidence committee to resolve the ccmtroversial issues and report out an­ other version of theforeign aid bill. Then both the Senate and House would have to vote on the new bill. U.S. shipping interests will be working to ensure that the buy Americaiyship America provi­ sion remains intact However, President Bush h^ tlueatened to veto the foreign aid bill, citing both the family planning wd buy Amdican/ship American initiatives as reasons for his oppo­ sition. ;:FI �;'v > V' ' NOmBER 1991 :•!''-/> '•1' ; World Minlimim Pay for Exploited Seamen Goes Up from $286 per MonHi to $335 The world minimum wage for seamen has been raised from $286 to $335 per month in a move which attempts to bring up the working conditions of the exploited and downtrodden seamen working for runaway-flag operations. The new rate, which was pushed for by the world's seamen's unions, went into effect October 25 and will increase again on October 25,1992 to $356. Unions representing seafarers have been agitating within the In­ ternational Labor Organization (ILO) for an increase in the world minimum wage rate for seamen, a level of compensation that is paid to most of the seamen working aboard ships operating under run­ away registries. The ILO, a United Nations agency made up of equal represen­ tation from management, labor and government from every mem­ ber nation, has set a minimum wage rate for seamen since 1946. The rate represents a recom­ mended monthly wage for an able bodied seaman. The most recent increase was enacted when the ILO's Joint Maritime Commission (JMC), which is made up of repre­ sentatives from the world's ship­ owners and seafaring unions, met in Geneva from October 17 to 25. The JMC participants, including SIU President Michael Sacco who served as a seamen's representa­ tive from the United States, also determined there is a need to de­ velop a new formula for periodic revisions of the minimum wage code for seamen. A new method was devised which expands the list of countries used in calculating the rate and which takes into con­ sideration currency fluctuations. The JMC recommended to the ILO's Governing Body that a committee be convened in every alternate year between JMC ses­ sions for the purposes of re­ viewing the seaman's minimum wage so that adjustments can be made without a full meeting of the JMC. A spokesman for the Interna­ tional Transport Workers' Feder­ ation (ITF), the group which brings together free unions from around the world associated with various modes of transportation— including the SIU, characterized the meeting as extremely success­ ful. He noted this was the first time in the history of the JMC that seafarers had won a minimum wage increase for two successive years. The ITF representative also noted that detailed discussions were held on items affecting the shipboard environment and em­ ployment rights of seafarers. The system of the application of mini­ mum standards for seafarers was also reviewed. The ITF spokes­ man noted that those representing seamen at the JMC meeting found themselves confronting intran­ sigent shipowners who were intent on either retaining the status quo or deferring items to future sessions. Thus the fact that the JMC adopted 18 resolutions covering Burning Fishing Vessel Crew Rescued by Virginia Sands Seafarers aboard the F/V Vir­ ginia Sands rescued six crewmembers whose fishing boat, the Lady Jay, caught fire 30 miles southeast of Nantucket, Mass. The rescue took place August 18. SIU members aboard the Vir­ ginia Sands, a dragger which sails from the port of New Bedford, Mass., were: Captain Carlos Camarao. Engineer Carlos Cova and Deckhands Antonio Cravo, Joao Virginia Sands Captain Carlos Camarao (right) directed the rescue ef­ fort. He is pictured with SIU Patrolman Eugenio De Sousa. -*y-. -n^.<i.^ry---: ..y- - • Engineer Carlos Cova was one of the crewmembers aboard the Virginia Sands when it conducted a rescue operation last August. Cravo and Jose L. Leonardo. The Virginia Sands responded to a distress call sent by the Lady Jay shortly after 5 a.m. When the Virginia Sands arrived, the Lady Jay crewmembers were in a life raft and the LadyJay was burning. The Seafarers brought all six men aboard the Virginia Sands. Shortly thereafter, a Coast Guard cutter arrived, extinguished the blaze and towed the Lady Jay to Nantucket. The Virginia Sands is one of the many fishing vessels in New Bedford under contract with the SIU. Jobs Export Protested areas of ITF concern is viewed as a very positive development. Among these resolutions were ac­ tions affecting the wages, hours of work of seafarers, manning levels, the repatriation of stranded sea­ men and the expansion of enforce­ ment mechanisms in the hands of member nations. Additionally, other resolutions called for a de­ tailed evaluation of the current status of world shipping and how the welfare of seamen is affected by changes within the industry. After a lengthy discussion on drug and alcohol policies directed at seamen, the JMC participants agreed to ask the ILO to convene a tripartite meeting of experts in the field with the purpose of devel­ oping educational materials and a prevention program. '--I; ••• The Bush administration proposal to in­ stitute a so-caiied free trade agreement with Mexico has met with skepticism from American unionists who smell a rat in the deal. The SIU joined with the Houston labor movement in protesting any plan which will result in the export of AmericanJobs to a low-wage country like Mexico. Pictured above is Recerti­ fied Bosun Ben Bom during the rally. Seafarers School Advocates Oil Spill Training for Ali Hands All American seamen should re­ ceive training in oil spill contain­ ment procedures in order to en­ sure that the United States has a pool of manpower available to respond to such accidents and to see that damage control proce­ dures are immediately instituted in the event of a discharge at sea, said the head of the SIU's training school in comments submitted to the U.S. Coast Guard. The agency's solicitation of comments on spill response plans for oil-carrying vessels included a section on crew training. The Coast Guard is in the process of developing rules to handle require­ ments raised in the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (CPA 90). This is one such rulemaking. The Lundeberg School limited its response to the section on crew training of the Coast Guard's Federal Register notice on this rule. Lundeberg School Vice Presi­ dent Major Ken J. Conklin (USMC-Ret.) said, "The Lundeberg School believes all merchant mari­ ners should receive training in oil spill prevention and containment procedures. First, this training will allow mariners working on vessels which become involved in an oil spill to conduct emergency damage control and containment procedures aboard the vessel until the appropriate contracted or co­ operative response center teams arrive on the scene." He also noted a second reason for training seamen in these proce­ dures: ". . . the training of all mer­ chant mariners would provide the nation with a pool of individuals qualified to work anywhere on oil spill response teams." Conklin emphasized that mari­ ners are accustomed to re­ sponding to orders quickly. "They are used to traveling far distances for their work. The nature of work aboard ships allows for extended periods of shore-side time when the mariner is off-duty. Thus a mariner who is ashore can be available for weeks tp months at a time without interfering with his or her usual employment duties aboard a vessel." The Lundeberg School head also maintained, "Any oil spill training should be ancillary to the Coast Guard certification and li­ censing process as are fire fighting and radar [training]." Certifica­ tion of completion should follow the mechanisms now used for fire fighting and radar endorsements. In this regard, Conklin recom­ mended the Coast Guard certify the oil spill courses given by insti­ tutions as complying with the agency's criteria. Conklin said the basis of this certification should include inspection of lesson plans and curriculum, equipment and materials, the qualifications of the instructors, and past experience in other Coast Guard-oriented training. He proposed a 40-hour course, which would be required of all unlicensed mariners. This course, Conklin suggested, should cover U.S environmental regulations, personal protective equipment, properties of oil, collection meth­ ods and equipment, and should culminate in a simulated recovery. Conklin also asserted that li­ censed shipboard personnel undergo a more stringent 80-hour training course. The wide-ranging provisions of OPA 90 was sparked by major oil spills in American waters in­ cluding the Exxon Valdez. The vessel response plans regu­ lations to which these comments were directed is just one small part of OPA 90's provisions. (Dther sections of CPA 90 address crewmember hours of continuous work aboard U.S.-flag tankers, liability issues of tank vessel operators, navigation systems for h^bors and much more. •V.': : ii -Y- m �SIAFARERS106 •m: - ••• t • ,'ji,; .;,i.r ••••;_ ? f -•I I 't. Texas Govemor Richanls Calls For Strong U.S.-Flag Shipping Texas Governor Ann Richards called for a stronger U.S. commer­ cial shipping fleet, as well as for new leaders "who care about what happens in America." Richards, who made her call for a vital American shipping industry during the West Gulf Ports Coun­ cil annual dinner last month, said Operation Desert Storm proved the vital importance Of a strong U.S.-flag merchant marine. "There is a tendency these days to talk about commerce and trade as things that happen in corporate board rooms," Richards said to an audience of Houston-area trade unionists which included SIU members and their families. "But you and I know that America sails the oceans only because your members make it happen. "And we never saw greater evi. dence of that than we did in Opera­ tion Desert Storm. Many mem­ bers of the Seafarers sailed full throttle into hostile waters on aging vessels. That requires a spe­ cial kind of courage," she told those assembled by the West Gulf Ports Council, an affiliate of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades De­ partment which is comprised of 42 national unions representing workers involved in shipping and marine-related industries. "Now that the war is over, I hope we have learned just how important the maritime trades are to us, and how important it is that we have a national maritime policy that keeps the lines of supply open and keeps this country strong— not only in time of war, but in the international economic competi­ tion," said the govemor, who was elected to her post in 1990. Richards noted the U.S. mili­ tary "charters 87 dry cargo ships for deployment, and 67 of them fly foreign flags. "A strong commercial fleet is our lifeline to the world," she said. "And if we are going to get that fleet, we need what [the SIU] says we need: a lot more vessels *built by Americans, owned by Ameri­ cans and crewed by Ameri­ cans.'" Richards then focused on what she called an insensitive, unpro­ ductive federal govemment. "It is time for us to have leaders who care about what happens in America," she said, "because we are overdue for something good to happen at home. "For too long, we've watched government budgets go up, taxes go up . . . but American pay­ checks aren't going up, and peo­ ple's lives are not getting any bet­ ter. Real family income has not increased significantly in this country since 1973. "For 20 years, the two-pay­ check family has been a necessity because it takes two to make what one did before. A study at the University of Utah found that if all women in the work force left their jobs, 60 percent of American families would be living below the poverty line." Richards was featured at the ports council event along with Railroad Commission Chairman Lena Guerrero and longtime ports council member, political activist and Communications Workers of America Local 6222 SecretaryTreasurer Dorothy Barker, who received the Ship's Wheel Award as the ports council honoree. J.N. Phillips Deckhand Patrick Cobbs takes a break in the galley. Lead Deckhand Tim Kunz heads back to work on the Geary. Orgulf Tugs Carry Harvest Grain Harvest time for America's upper plains states means plenty of work for the SIU crews sailing on Orgulf tugboats. Pushers like the J. N. Phillips and John Geary are busy loading grain into the barges that will float down the Mississippi River system to New Orleans for overseas ship­ ments. Orgulf tugs pick up the agricul­ tural cargo at river ports in Illinois, Iowa and Indiana. Other loads like coal, steel and pipes also make the journey south from the Missouri, Ohio and Illinois rivers to Moore's Landing, Mo. The Phillips and Geary operate in this upper river region. From Missouri, larger pushboats take the barges to desti­ nations along the lower Missis­ sippi River as far south as the deep sea port of New Orleans. Cook Clora Doom slices watermelon for the crew of the J.N. Phillips. Geary Deckhand Pat McGinley awaits his next assignment. Hustling across the deck of the John Geary is Deckhand Jeffrey Rosencrans. Deckhand Adam Schacknai digs into his lunch on board the J.N. Phillips. Geary Deckhand Zolly Person reviews benefits materials. Governor Ann Richards [left) and Texas Railroad Commissioner Lena Guerrero arrive at West Gulf Ports Council event. Recertified Steward Visits Headquarters Ekow Doffoh (left), a 1991 graduate of the Lundejberg School's recertified steward program, visits with SIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco to get an update on union activities. �NOVEMBER 799/ Lundeberg School Takes Safety Course toRlverboats The Lundeberg School took its comprehensive safety training pro­ gram to America's two most fa­ mous riverboats—the SlU-crewed Delta Queen and Mississippi Queen. Instructors Byran Cummings and John Smith each spent three weeks on each vessel to provide instruction in fire fighting, damage control, first aid and CPR. Cum­ mings worked on the Mississippi Queen and ran different courses in July, August and September. Smith covered the same material on the Delta Queen in May, June and August. "It was great. I learned how to use a lot of different equipment, I le^ed CPR and first aid and I learned a lot of new techniques," said SIU member Car! Keen, a member of the Mississippi Queen's deck department. Fellow SIU and deck depart­ ment member Rob McLemore said there is no comparison be­ tween these courses and others he had taken. "I've had instruction from several other (non-union) guys, but they were so repetitious. The instructors from the union build on everything they teach you, and they also give you the handson training," McLemore said. David Kish, vice president of administration at Delta Queen Steamboat Co. which operates the passenger boats, expressed great appreciation for the safety training and the instructors. The program started in 1990 when the company asked the Lundeberg School for on board instruction because many crewmembers are unable to attend classes in Piney Point, Md. Passengers Appreciative "This has turned out to be a great thing for us and our passengers," said Kish. "Our crewmembers genuinely like to see Byran and John. Also, with what you read and hear these days about lack of con­ cern for passenger safety (on for­ eign-flag vessels), our passengers sincerely appreciate these courses. It opens people's eyes to the SIU, and it helps instill pride in our crewmembers." "The passengers also appreciate it," Smith said. "They saw some of the training and they were im- .-.I ''it»..i'.'.-'';V-> -; Lundeberg School instructor John Smith (right) works with deck depart­ ment member on board Delta Queen. SIU member Marvin Joy completes drill involving smoke machine. pressed. Many of them said it made them feel much more comfortable. "I think it also gives the crews confidence by showing them things they can do." Smith and Cummings, each with years of experience as fire fighters and paramedics, instructed 154 crewmembers from the two boats. They taught the emergency squads (comprised of the master, two pilots, chief mate, third mate and deck crew) as well as the gen­ eral crew. "In the event of an accident, there is a big risk when you have 4()0-plus passengers on what basi­ cally is a high-rise building on the water," Cummings said, noting the importance of the courses on board. The training took place through­ out the day, interspersed between regular crew duties. Finding time to train became an important fac­ tor. "You have to be inventive. The general staff works long shifts and gets little sleep, and I'm taking time out of their schedules." The emergency squads partici­ pated in at least 40 hours worth of training per week, while the gen­ eral crew received slightly less. Cummings and Smith worked long and unusual hours, catching crewmembers between shifts. "You catch thjem around the clock," Cummings said. "Some­ times it's 3 a.m. or 4 a.m. before a porter's shift ends." Hands-on Training The first aid and CPR segment included certification of crewmembers. Besides learning standard things, crewmembers practiced various techniques and functions with first aid gear, Cum­ mings said. They also learned how to prepare a person for helicopter lift-off. During the damage control week. Seafarers learned proper techniques for measuring and con­ structing patches. "We would put tape somewhere on deck repre­ senting a hole," Cummings ex­ plained, "and then crewmembers would have to figure out which type of patch to use and how to make it. "I also worked with some cooks at about 2 a.m., and a couple of them couldn't swim. So we went to a small pool and they learned how to stay afloat if they fall over­ board." The fire fighting segmeiit in­ cluded a review of last year's in­ struction, such as operating fire hoses and extinguishers (the crew practiced on shore during con­ trolled fires). This year Cummings added a smoke machine, and mem­ bers took part in a simulated res­ cue. "We hid a five-gallon red bucket in the bow thruster room," Cummings noted. "We smoked the room so you couldn't see your hand in front of your face." The students donned their pro­ tective gear (although they didn't engage it, since the smoke is safe) and went in pairs to search for the bucket. This type of hands-on training drew raves from the crewmembers and from Kish. "When you do this type of thing on board, you get a larger percent­ age of people through the train­ ing," Kish said. "Also, aboard the boat you work with your equip­ ment on your boat. That's a lot different than being at a separate training site." The Lundeberg School instruc­ tors offered other hands-on lessons such as falling into water while wearing breathing equipment. Moreover, Cummings had an important goal for this year's train­ ing. He wanted the emergency squads to work in small groups and develop a complete ship's plan, which they eventually accom­ plished. "First they went deck by deck, room by room," he explained. "Next, they listed all the water­ tight compartments, all the radios, the isolation valves for the firemain system. Then they did the fire stations (with hose lines and exits)." Cummings pointed out that such plans for certain inland vessels are overlooked because they aren't re­ quired by any law or regulation. Already Planning for '92 Cummings already has set the schedule for next year's sessions, beginning with a January course on the Mississippi Queen. "We're going to expand even further on the hands-on part," he said. "We've already got the basics down." A special review program also is being developed for new crewmembers. Seafarer McLemore added that Cummings and Smith "encourage you to ask questions. Also, after they leave, the mates and masters have their own drills, so this isn't somethipg we do once or twice a year and then forget." Personally, Cummings said his favorite part of the training "is the satisfaction I hear (from members) about what we have accomplished. They're all there to thank me and send me off when we're done, and I know they will be ready next year. "They're very appreciative, and they know this m^es them a bet­ ter, safer organization." During damage control course, Lundeberg School Instructor Byran Cummings (left) shows First Mate Dick Karnath patching technique. •f.-a I- ..." Mississippi Queen dining room staff adjusts hose as Byran Cummings observes. �h-i:-. ^ : 0mm " ' Ur:: - -M. 8 lii-->' ''* • • mm --Iv .V '.M-\ /-'••pn -'. •:ti " ,y,: .' i'f pi: • •? 51^^I :|- tfr-v !'-••• 4mr '•', i- •• - %"' m-4 •P-:''l S3;' 0m' •- 0; X - WkORm^ • National Memorial Pays Tribute to American Seamen Continued from page 3 stretched hand is within inches of reaching his shipmate's hand. As the tide rises and falls, the statue of the mariner affixed to the breakwater, which represents the man in the water, appears to come up out of the sea. The 7-and-a-half foot human scale monument was inspired by a WWII-era photograph of seyen seamen on a raft who survived the sinking of their tanker, the SS Muskogee, when it was struck by a German submarine's torpedo off the East Coast of the U.S. in 1942. The photograph was taken by the U-boat's commander and printed in a German newspaper. An American seaman obtained a copy of the publication and kept it with him even after his own ship was sunk and he was taken prisoner and moved to a labor camp in southeast Asia. The seaman brought the copy back to the United States when he was freed, hoping to identify the seven men. Only one has been named and, by all accounts, the seven seamen were never found. • mi- }: i. had given their lives to their country from the birth of the nation. Seamen served as Privateers of the Revolution, taking on the British at sea. Thousands of seamen were captured by the British, only to die aboard disease-ridden ships. Kirkland noted, "The American Merchant Mariner's Memorial is a fitting remembrance to those who gave their lives in defense of their country, "We honor, as well, the tradition of all those mariners who served—that of a strong and vital American merchant marine that bene­ fits this nation in peaceful commerce and, when­ ever needed, diligently supports and sustains our defense of freedom in time of war," Kirkland said as he closed his remarks. The American Merchant Mariner's Memorial ^oup is offering a color audio-visual cassette in VHS format of the October 8 dedication ceremony. The cassette wUl be priced at cost. Inquiries regarding the tape can be directed to the attention of Joan Samsen, Executive Director; American Merchant Mariner's Me­ morial; 1 World Trade Center, Suite 2611; New The time capsule is unveiled as an honor guard of WWII York, NY 10048, or by phone (212) 488-7650. Mariners looks on. The Robin Moor Went Doivn 50 Years Ago §3; 0. •' iilr :, i v- -i'- U ' - i* • w?: • •• •', • •. • /4'-. mm... 4- I# • ".,-^ •- m i-m-' •\': l-m'. SlU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco spoke on the need to continue the fight for full recognition of veteran merchant seamen. Designed and sculpted by Marisol, a re­ nowned artist, the American Merchant Mari­ ners' Memorial is located on a lower Manhattan Battery Park pier where the New York City Fire Department's Marine Division headquar­ ters building—an historic landmark—is sit­ uated. An estimated 8 million tourists annually will pass by the memorial, which has as a backdrop the Upper New York Bay and the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. The monument was donated as a gift to the people of the city of New York by the American Merchant Mariners' Memorial Committee which raised the funds for the monument from private monies. Time Capsule Opening in 2091 The time capsule lowered into the memorial has been hermetically sealed and will not be opened until October 8, 2091, 100 years from the date of the ceremony. In the capsule are the names of all the seamen who died during WWI and WWII, as well as other memorabilia of the American merchant marine. The dedication ceremony was opened by RADM Thomas A. King USMS (Ret.), who is president of the American Merchant Mariners' Memorial, Inc. and formerly was superinten•dent of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point. Captain Warren G. Leback, Maritime Administrator, and sculptor Marisol also spoke at the event. Speaking at the reception which followed the ceremony were representatives of maritime labor, port authority spokesmen and individuals who played key roles in the activities of the memorial's corporation, which raised more than $750,000 of private monies to see the project through its completion and leave an endowment fund for future maintenance. The American Merchant Mariners' Memorial group's program noted that merchant seamen The survivors of the Robin Moor were rescued from their lifeboats in the South Atlantic 13 days after their vessel was torpedoed by a German U-boat. For most Americans, World War II began December 7, 1941 when Japanese aircraft at­ tacked Pearl Harbor and other military installa­ tions in Hawaii. But to the American merchant marine, and especially the Seafarers Interna­ tional Union, the start of the international con­ flict can be traced a few months earlier to May 21, 1941—the date the Robin Moor was sunk, 50 years ago. The Robin Moor was approximately 700 miles south of the Azores sailing from New York to Capetown, South Africa when a German Uboat asked the vessel to identify itself. The unarmed U.S.-flag vessel was loaded with pas­ senger cars, engines, tin plates and general merchandise for South African stores. The Ger­ mans did not believe the manifest and gave the crew and passengers 20 minutes to abandon ship. The crew was ordered not to communicate an SOS. Once the four lifeboats were safely away from the Robin Moor, the U-boat lobbed 33 shells into the ship. The Robin Moor sank in 18 minutes. Nothing was known about the attack until the first lifeboat was rescued by a freighter 13 days later. When word of the sinking—the first involving a U.S.-flag merchant ship—reached Washington, President Franklin D. Roosevelt sent a message to Congress declaring the event -• i- "..-y an act of piracy. "We must take it that notice has now been served upon us that no American ship or cargo on any of the seven seas can consider itself immune from acts of piracy," Roosevelt said. "Notice is served on us, in effect, that the German Reich proposes so to intimidate the United States that we would be dissuaded from carrying out our chosen policy of helping Britain to survive. "... Were we to yield on this we would inevitably submit to world domination at the hands of the present leaders of the German Reich. We are not yielding and we do not propose to yield." Within weeks of the U.S. declaring war, German U-boats patrolled American coasts looking for merchant vessels. The SlU-contracted Seatrain Texas rescued the three sole survivors from a crew of 42 aboard the City of Atlanta which was torpedoed without warning on January 19, 1942 off Cape Hatteras. Less than a week later, the SlU-crewed Venore was attacked and sank in the same area, taking 18 men with her. A total of 1,200 Seafarers lost their lives and overall 6,775 merchant seamen were killed in World War II. In fact, only the Marine Corps suffer^ a higher rate of death among its fc*ces than did the American merchant marine. m , •• .V I -n �mm r.aMwM I .sj."wkMialairilfc NOVCMBCR J99I Seafarer Stiis Fight on 'Worker Tax' Continued from page 3 the idea of the tax. "We all thought it was a bad idea and would be expensive for ail of us." ^nC ' m-i rr- -r II®® Boatmen's Response Is Strong With the help of the legal staff for Higman Towing (which operates Primeaux's vessel— the Johnny Brown), he got the wording for his petition. Since September 10, he has contacted 27 different companies, reached some 500 boat­ men and received more than 400 signatures. The response against the user tax has been so strong to date that only one person has said no to signing the petition. Primeaux uses any and all means available to distribute the petitions. He has sent copies via the fax on board the Johnny Brown. He has pulled alongside boats to hand petitions to the crewmembers and has passed them out on shore. !»• communications representing all walks of the maritime industry—individual seamen and boat­ men, maritime labor unions, companies, the Maritime Administration and the Military Sealift Command—all of whom weighed in against a user fee for mariners documents and licenses. Tankerman Chris Weber prepares to toss a line ashore. User Ffee Under Review; CG Plans to Hear More Relief Captain John R. Primeaux Inspects a valve on a barge being pushed by the Johnny Brown. Captain Anthony Primeaux handles the pushboat Johnny Brown near Galveston, Texas. Because word of the petition has spread along the waterway, Primeaux regularly receives calls from fellow boatmen with the phone numbers of tugboats with crewmembers wanting to sign the petition. "I'll send it to anything that floats." Crewmembers aboard the Johnny Brown are behind Primeaux's efforts. "We've got to do something," said Tank-erman Chris Weber, who started sailing on the pushboats when the shipyard where he worked closed with the completion of the Star of Texas. "We can't do nothing unless we wake up," added Relief Captain John Primeaux (no relation to Anthony). Registered to Vote and Ready The pushboat captain does not plan to end his newly-found political involvement when the petition drive is finished. He plans to express himself at the polls supporting those elected officials who will stand up for his industry. "I recently registered to vote. Now I have a voice. If you aren't registered, you can't complain. I'm registered and I'm loud." Primeaux plans to gather all the petitions still in circulation by the middle of this month and send them to the SIU headquarters for distribution to Congress. The petitions also will be included when the Coast Guard re-opens its comments period concerning the tax. (As of press time, no announcement concerning the comments period has been published in the Federal Register.) The SIU has protested strongly against the imposition of the worker tax. During the Coast Guard's comments period on the proposed scheme, the agency received more than 500 Tankerman Charles Stark checks the oil level In the englneroom. Fighting the User Fee Pian Seafarers who believe, like Anthony Primeaux, that a fee for merchant marine documents and licenses Is unfair, should communicate their posi­ tion to elected officials In Congress. It was the passage of the 1990 Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act which Instigated the current Coast Guard mandate to collect a fee for all services rendered—Including the processing and Issuance of marine documents and licenses. Congress can rescind Its action and dispose of the portion of the law which requires collection of monies from merchant seamen for their Coast Guard-Issued documents and licenses. The Seafarers LOG would appreciate receiving copies of all correspondence directed by Seafarers to elected officials on this Issue. Additionally, copies of any responses by the congressmen should be forwarded to the LOG. As the SIU continues its fight against the imposition of a "worker tax" on U.S.-flag merchant mariners, the Coast Guard, is mov­ ing toward re-opening a comments period pertaining to the issue of charging seamen and boatmen for the costs involved in processing merchant marine documents, certificates or registry and licenses. Ever since the Coast Guard announced in the Federal Register last June that the agency was considering such user fees, the idea has met a strong stream of opposition from all segments of the maritime industry. The furor raised against the proposal was evi­ denced in the more than 500 letters—the vast majority hostile to the proposal—submitted to the agency before August 4, the deadline for the first round of comments. The Coast Guard has advised the industry that it is seeking to re-open the comments period on the proposal. Notice of such a re-opening will be posted in the Federal Register. SIU President Michael Sacco, in a commu­ nication submitted during the agency's com­ ments period this summer, said the union rejected the notion that mariners have to pay to be able to work. The union also objected to the inadequate disclosure of the methods used for determining the rates of the fees and the fact that the open-ended tax meant the charge could keep increasing. The Coast Guard has proposed a basic fee of $35 for a merchant mariner's document (zcard) without a qualified rating. For those seeking a z-card with an AB, QMED, lifeboatman or tankerman endorsement, the cost would be $135—$35 for the issuance fee, $60 for the evaluation fee and another $40 for the examination fee. Under the proposal, a member upgrading from AB-limited to AB-unlimited would be required to pay $95—the $35 issuance fee and $60 for evaluation. The cost for those with licenses is set even higher. A mariner seeking a lower level license would pay $180 ($35 for issuance, $65 for evaluation and $80 for examination) while the upper level license would cost $330 ($35 for issuance, $70 for evaluation and $225 for examination). The Reagan administration first proposed the idea of a worker tax on documents in the early 1980s. While that administration sought to implement this tax as a way to alleviate the deficit burden in each budget proposal, the Congress consistently rejected the idea. However, last year, under pressure to balance the federal budget and lower the huge deficit. Congress included Coast Guard user fees in the Omnibus Budget Reconcilia­ tion Act of 1990. -.c",il.'/i'M-:. .'vii'.' . • • V, VM; ,? .^1 •y ^1# % '' - .-'5. v; • 1'- �- ; WBM' ••'.••-' 'I.-'. . soFuunsm 10 •' • MSG PadfK Fleet SMc Bay Op&atiais In limbo After Phllmme Senate Itete I':!::' ^7/1;, ^r; t t- . > ,1 • • 11-.•7:- ,V'^; 'iif • -• .,i-^ fc-v? I,.: -'i:' •' '•; MilitJiry Sealift Command Pa­ cific Fleet (MSG?AC) vessels, crewed by members of the SIU's Government Services Division, continue to use Subic Bay Naval Base despite a Filipino senate's vote to deny a 10-year lease exten­ sion to the U.S. Navy. "We have to wait and react to the Philippines' formal proposal," said Commander Rick Nelson, who is assigned to the State De­ partment's office for Filipino ne­ gotiations. "They (the Philippine government) have withdrawn their termination notice." President Corazon Aquino had urged the senate to support a 10year extension for the U.S. Navy to use the base west of Manila on the South China Sea. However, the 23-member senate rejected the treaty 11-12, falling five votes short of the tWo-thirds needed for the treaty, in September. Aquino had proposed taking the issue to the courts in order to hold a referendum where the Filipino citizens would decide if the Ameri­ can base would stay or go. Subic Bay employs more than 37,000 Filipino workers. However, Aquino announced last month she was dropping her plans to seek a vote. Under the previous lease arrangement, the Filipino government had to issue a one-year notice of termination to the U.S. Navy. Nelson said the Philippines has asked the U.S. government to ne­ gotiate a withdrawal within three years from Subic Bay. No meet­ ings have taken place because the formal request has not reached the State Department, he added. "We still have operational rights at the base with protection for our crews and employees," Nelson stated. "We are operating as if nothing has happened." Concerning MSCPAC and its members, the Navy has not issued any instructions or change in sail­ ing plans, according to an MSCPAC spokesman. "We are a tenant there. We can do nothing independent of the Navy," said Bob Borden, spokes­ man for MSCPAC. Archives to Open WWII Mariner Exhibit An exhibit to honor America's World War II merchant mariners will open at the National Archives in Washington, D.C. on December 7, the 50th anniversary of the Japa­ nese bombing of Pearl Harbor. The display will feature photo­ graphs, film footage, logbooks and audio and video remembrances from seamen of that era. The Ar­ chives has been soliciting such material for the past year to go along with the information it al­ ready had collected and stored. The exhibit, which will be on display for a year, will concentrate on the ports of Philadelphia, Balti­ more and Norfolk, Va. There is no admission charge for the National Archives, which also features original copies of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution. Seafarers Support Edwards in Louisiana's Governor Eiection -.11 • '::v Seafarers in the New Orleans area are continuing to support for­ mer Louisiana Governor Edwin Edwards as the Democratic Party nominee prepares for a November 16 gubernatorial runoff against for­ mer Ku Klux Klan leader David Duke, the Republican candidate. SIU members, pensioners and family members joined in Ed­ wards' campaign effort and even received a visit from him at the New Orleans union hall. Edwards, 64, received slightly more votes than Duke in the pri­ mary October 19. Governor Buddy Roemer, one of 10 other candidates in the primary failed to get enough votes for the runoff. Edwards "talks our talk and walks our walk," said New Orle­ ans Port Agent Joe Perez. "He has been good to the maritime industry and he believes in Ameri­ can workers and American jobs." Edwards, who won gubernatorial elections in 1971, 1975 and 1983, has indicated his support for the labor movement, Perez said. Seafarers throughout Louisiana received information about Ed­ wards and the election through the mail, at union meetings and by telephone. SIU members helped with the campaign by making phone calls, driving an Edwards bandwagon and donating time for various other work. The participation of rank-andfile Seafarers and retirees in the campaign was outstanding, Perez noted. Edwards is favored over Duke in the runoff, though not deci­ sively. Many Roemer supporters are expected to vote for Edwards, due to Duke's background as a Klansman and Nazi sympathizer, From the left: Third Cook Eduardo Gonzales, OS Antonio Billanueva, AS Bill the New Orleans Times-Picayune Boiling, Bosun Bili Davis, Bosun Duke Duet, Bosun Mike Keith and Wiper Gerado reported. Ijopez show support for Edwards. F/V Mayflower Hit but Not Down i -HmMt Gubematoriai candidate Edwards greets SIU members at New Orleans hall. A New Bedford Standard-Times photographer captured this image of the SIUcrewed Mayfiower, which sustained massive damage during Hurricane Bob. Crewmembers were proud to report that white their vessel had t}een hit by the 100-mph humcane which battered New Bedford (Mass.) last summer, it had survived and was saiiing once again. The Mayflower, shown here August 20, one day after "Bob" hit, sustained roughiy $60,000 worth of damage. �•'.-'••v.',-. Schedule Hectic for Sea-Land Challenger Crew SIU crewmembers aboard the Sea-Land Challenger find very lit­ tle time to relax because of the hec­ tic 28-day schedule the vessel meets. "We've got a good crew on here," Bosun Roy Williams told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG re­ cently while the container ship was docked in Jacksonville, Fla. "There is always something to do and the members are ready to tackle it." The Challenger, built in 1968, sails what is known in maritime circles as the Crescent run. In less than a month's time, the 700-plusfoot ship makes stops at such Car­ ibbean ports as Kingston, Jamaica; Santo Domingo, Dominican Re­ public; and San Juan, P.R. On the mainland, the vessel unloads and loads in^ Elizabeth, N.J., New Or­ leans and Jacksonville. The Challenger is one of four Sea-Land ships operating on the Crescent mn. The others include the Sea-Land Crusader, Sea-Land Ex­ pedition and Sea-Land Discovery. • Steward/Baker Herbert Scypes prepares a plate of broiled fish. OMU Alberto Garcia sets up the lathe in AB Paul Barber (left) signs Anthony Mc the ship's machine shop. Quay, Jacksonville patrolman, aboard. Cleaning out a locker are AB Tito Colon (left) and Bosun Roy Williams. Deckhands Keep an Eye Out For the Unexpected on Tug Utah The Utah sails to meet a foreign-flag "saltie," and push it to the pier. Deckhand/Engineer Mike Kornmeier starts the Utah's diesel engine. When "no two tows are the same," the SIU crew of the Great Lakes Towing tugboat Utah knows each call out on the Maumee River in Toledo, Ohio will be a different adventure. Deckhand/Engineer Mike Kornmeier recently told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG, "Wind, river currents, weather and ships all create changes. The Maumee is unpredictable. Sometimes it flows contraary to the wind." Kommeier knows of what he is speak­ ing. He has been sailing aboard the Great Lakes Towing vessels for 24 years. Deckhand Mike Lock also is aware of the problems that can arise when tugboats attempt to dock or tow deep sea vessels— unless the rail goes under water," said Lock, who started sailing in 1974. "This can be dangerous work." On this particular job, the Utah was called out to help dock a foreign-flag vessel loaded with British steel. Captain Milo Bailey, called one of the best by both Kommeier and Lock, kept the deck dry throughout the job. The Utah met the "saltie" in the Mau­ mee River channel at Lake Erie and fol­ lowed it to the docking area using a series of bumps to glide the freighter to the pier. The tug held it against the dock until it was securely tied. Unlike ships designed specifically for the Great Lakes with bow and stem thmsters, deep sea vessels are unable to dock without aid. Deckhand Mike Lock hauls in the lines as the Utah leaves the dock "k -1 '"""I'''"--' J.- •, . 'J L- ..... �12 '^.V-N'/r~-:' •• '.••v-v^.-vv rfv' ...vS;-',4;.--' tl: Seafarers Join in Mobile AFL-CIO Rally Seafarers joined fellow trade unionists at a Labor Day parade in Mobile, Ala. Seafarers, both active and retired, joined the car caravan which moves its way from Mobile's Civic Center to Bienville Square. The Labor Day activities were called by the Southwest Alabama Labor Council AFL-CIO Among the Seafarers, retirees and family members who marched and also took part in the other events were: James W. Fleming, Amos B. Myers, H.L. "Buck" Weaver, Jack A. Olsen, George Pierre, H.W. Miller, H.H. House, Eddie Arnold Jr. and Doris Devine. Also present were V.T. Nash, Rickie Juzang, M. Juzang, A. Bon­ ner Jr., G. Sellers, Francis Gomez, Ralph Smith, Bobby Butts, Larry DEU Amos Myers (left) and AB Larry McCants lead SlU contingent In rally. McCants, Albert Bourgout, Allen George, Lloyd Palmer, Richard McCall, Lee Deparlier and Danny Merrill. , Retiree Allen George checks out the refreshments being placed by Richard McCall In the union hall. Member Bobby Butts and Retiree Anthony Merrill relax In the photo on the left while Pensioner "Red" House talks with family members of fellow retirees on the right. Mobile ^lU members show their colors In the Labor Day parade. — Retired Steward f^alph Smith march^ during the Labor Day parade. Pride of Texas Seafarers Enroute to Egyptian Pyramids I'- '• In Alexandria, Egypt, crewmembers from the Pride of Texas took to the saddle to make their way to visit the great pyramids of Egypt. From the left are AB Kenny McLand and QMED Wayne Palmer rldlno camels- at rloht is Chief Conk Frenchesca Rose, taking a more farnlllar friend, the horle ''T' — irA-- �Benefits Session Held In Jacksonville; San Juan is Next Seafarers, retirees and their family members from throughout the southeastern United States gathered at the Jacksonville, Fla. hall last month to gain information about the union's welfare and pen­ sion plans. The last two meetings sched­ uled for 1991 will be held Novem­ ber 7 in San Juan, P.R, and December 6 in Algonac, Mich. Contact the ports for the exact starting times. Retired black-gang member Jim Babson and his wife, Lois, travelled from their home in Hous­ ton to make the Florida meeting. "We missed the meetings in Hous­ ton and New Orleans," Brother Babson told a reporter for the Sea­ farers LOG. "We did not want to miss this one." Charter member Bertram Eckert also missed earlier meet­ ings closer to home. He and his wife, Fannie, drove from Birming­ ham, Ala. to be updated on the programs. "We drove 500 miles and it was worth it," the retired QMED stated after the conference. Another engineroom veteran, Francisco E. Torres, came from Tampa, Fla. with his wife, Irene, to find out what they could about his upcoming retirement. Torres, who recently tumed 65, tape-recorded the whole meeting. "You can only retain so much after these meet­ ings, so this way we can listen to it anytime we want," said Mrs. Torres. Elizabeth Butler of Jackson­ ville decided to attend because her husband, Leon, was at sea sailing .:M K'/I More than 100 members, retirees and family members packed the Jacksonville hall. as a chief cook. "I want to know more about dependent coverage." With her son Keith, an engineroom member, at her side, she was busy asking questions and taking notes throughout the conference. Bosuns Bill Stoltz, Bill Card and Albert Caulder all agreed the meeting was very informative. All three took time from being with their families to be at the union hall for the presentation. The conferences, which started in May, are conducted by represen­ tatives of the various Seafarers plans. They are designed as an open forum for members, retirees and their family members to learn more about the union's programs such as medical, vacation, pension and educational benefits. All attending are encouraged to ask questions. Plenty of back­ ground material is supplied for all to take home and study. The conferences are scheduled on the same day as union meetings. More than lOO.people, which has been the average attendance at the earlier meetings, filled the Jack­ sonville hall. On a side note, the Babsons drove for two days so they could ask questions about medical cover­ age, including possible operations. However, the first day of their trav­ els took an interesting twist when they stopped to fill the car with gas: a drug bust was taking place. "The police were reading these people their rights," Mrs. Babson recalled. "While we were there, they opened thegas tank on that car and the drugs came out." "We'd never seen anything like it before," Brother Babson added. AB Nicholas Lomas collects benefits plans materials at the start of the meeting. As Bill Nihem takes notes, Ejvind Sorenson listens during the meeting. Swapping a few stories are (left to right) Bosun Paul Domes, DEL) Jerry Miller, QMED Chief Steward Eddy Usmany introduces his family—daughter Mary (left) and wife LeRoy Williams and pensioners Roland Burton and Adolphus Brown. Aida—to Jack Caffey (right), SID Atlantic Coast vice president. -i^/V (i-- Above: Richard Repsch, a retired tugboat captain, came all the way from Morehead City, N.C. with his wife, Bonnie. Below: Retired engineroom member Jim Bab­ son and his wife, Lois, who drove in from Houston. Irene Torres records the meeting for later use by her and her husband, Francisco, who re­ cently retired. At the conference, charter member M.E. Sanchez (left) shows his original membership book, dated December 1938, to Steward Assistant George Rueth who received his first book the day before. �/I,.;,.- • • •.• - •v- ' -' ' •••- ..iV'.-.A •• . ) -5 a Ki ^ ;•' y: hVr ------ • vvM#-" y' . • ' .-y-y'-\-.5-iy-ns y-y'J--;-, • "'"r--: -.'v ./•, • ^uv ^ .-ci'. ' • .•'- ..:,i-.; •• :• -. •' ;• -': •"''' Vi-•' 'vv ,• 5fV,,(.. :;;.yi-- -.-r - v;. - V'" ' ' -'V A/ 1^ ^ ^ I " ^ ^* y •. ,-!,?!•"> -»'-•' -•» • -'- •••^« •. ?y-. SEAfAREKS 106 • - m/EMBER 199! 'Tfefel •li'fiyi--!^l-^t.^.~.'^vi..-'-.---'t-y-'n ---U-i - sy-t2?;Ky y.yiv;-i .. ^ I.'.'-• C-.t!'- ^'1 ^11.- -.T „ ., VrM- ' ' I!'• ?f :'-V lp¥^?v'v' yf',' :|;-; p y 1^' V ,'. '-r-l V-r If. V-' '• '.y'- IIV"; |k I'- -iyV->'• V If V;^V;.,"-;'Jv;r'VV:r?V'^ .'fViSii'iif.i-y "J ' "J T y ..-= • A •»:. ; Fyyi-'-ty :-F; firospeets ,»a: ^ Y'J 't ' ' - •• • yy; yaiyy •; S, :iayy-y 't -'y i . :^:... fe-'W' -Mi rm: 0r ie m- here is nothing typi­ cal about the way SIU ^member Randy Witowich ^spends time between voyages. That is, unless one considers working in Australia's Outback region—most of it hundreds of miles from civilization—normal for time on the beach. Witowich, a 36-year-old chief cook, has been a part-time gold prospector since the mid-1970s. Since 1984 he has made annual treks to Australia, where pros­ pecting is common. "I had done some mining in northern California in the mid 1970s," Witowich recently told a reporter from the Seafarers LOG. "It seems like I've always been interested in mining, but there were just too many people in Cali­ fornia. Several years ago I got shot at twice for (unknowingly) being on private property there.'f With the gunshots figuratively ringing in his ears, Witowich de­ cided to journey to Australia. Ironically, the Outback wilder­ ness may have been safer in some ways than California. Australia presented plenty of challenges, however, and Wito­ wich literally learned how to live off the land. With the help of an Aborijginal guide, he safely com­ pleted his first venture there. Al­ though he did not find gold, Wi­ towich was completely enthralled by the overall experience. "You learn very quickly that you have to take care of yourself," Witowich recalled. "You're forced to be so much more cre­ ative. Here (in the U.S.) you think there aren't enough hours in the day, but you don't realize you watch TV four to five hours at night." 'Best of Both Worlds* A native of Wisconsin, Wito­ wich joined the SIU in 1985 in the port of Honolulu, shortly after he had gotten serious about mining. Previously he worked a desk job for a telecommunications firm on the West Coast. "One day t told my boss I was going to Australia to mine. He just laughed," said Witowich, a Marine Corps veteran who served in Vietnam. By 1985 Witowich had discov­ ered what he describes as "the best of both worlds. With the SIU I get to travel and I enjoy seeing different parts of the world. Then I also enjoy going to isolated areas in Australia and prospecting there." Unlike numerous other pros­ pectors, Witowich says he does not stay in that business with the goal of getting rich. He has pro­ gressed to where the trips to the Outback are modestly profitable, and that is enough to keep him happy. "I'm in it for the adventure," Witowich said. "If I don't find gold, it's all right because I already make a good living at sea. Just to be out there looking is what I want ... If I found $1 million in gold, I'd buy some better mining equip­ ment and put new tires on my truck. Those are the only changes I would make, because I've found what I really want to do in life." Aesthetics aside, Witowich esti­ mates he has found roilghly 100 ounces of gold (worth about $50,000) in his lifetime. His most prosperous outing took place a few years ago, as he and another prospector found 42 ounces in a six-week period. "I went a couple of years with­ out finding anything, but when you get the gold bug, you keep digging!" Witowich noted. "On the trips to Australia, at first I didn't find anything, then gold started paying my expenses and now I make a profit." Tough Work Witowich's Australian under­ takings illustrate the demanding nature of prospecting. Whether dredging, using a metal detector or employing another prospecting method, miners face long hours and draining work. "It's as tough out there now as i- • •••'.J y"' '*1*^' -y- L,....J it was 100 years ago," Witowich said. "The temperature can change 40 degrees in an hour-anda-half." Additionjilly, prospectors must be quite cautious in the wilder­ ness—the only medical help avail­ able there is self-provided. Wito­ wich learned this firsthand when he injured his leg while sliding down a ravine. He created a splint which provided enough support. Nicknamed "Outback Jack" by the Aborigines, Witowich has had other adrenaline-surging experi­ ences while prospecting. Twice he found human skeletons; more frequently he has face-to-face meetings with crocodiles. He also passed by a sign which read, "Wel­ come to hell. K you have any brains, you'll go back." But it is not all heat, dust and danger for the Seafarer. Witowich enjoys finding new ways to sur­ vive in the untamed areas. He recently built a hot-water heater with some tubes and an old beer keg, just one of many practical inventions. "My expenses are only $15 a month, and that's counting $11 for propane gas," he said. Fresh water is no problem, he added. "The water is so clean there, you can just drink right out of the streams." Witowich, who describes him­ self as a "high-tech hermit," some­ times prospects with partners and other times goes it alone. He does various types of mining and is due for another trip, as he last went to Australia in January. The galley gang member empha­ sizes his love of prospecting and "roughing it." Unlike the hun­ dreds of thousands of miners who flocked to Australia during the 1850s' gold rushes, Witowich takes more pleasure in the chase than in the harvest. "One guy recently found 200 ounces (worth about $100,000) in a season," Wi­ towich said dispassionately. "But for me, it's being one-on-one with nature that is so great. The Out­ back is a magical place." gRenffPK wiTowicH WADHBP rHKooap Man OF rms rgKKAiM BUT HAP A/0 SOCCBSS f/MP/N(r OOUD- WeMicM ouoTAis u//^r Oo-Fser oeeP OFTH AN B-FOCTTUNNSL) WITH A FKKANP SNCVBL rue •JOB TBOM TNKBB :!••: X • •A if.iS "f". 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'•-.A, AA-'--AVA-H-'AV;V^ ''A|^|;;•:' ••'••yr.y'rH -'t A,4--'.'''tyr; ;. •, ;• •• '^v-,.'.:-, •; .;'^--''A'^ -'Cv.- Special Supplement This handy version of the Lundeberg School's cata­ log is printed in the Seafarers LOG as a conve­ nience to SIU members. Please keep for reference. Guide to 1992 Lundeberg School Courses supple­ IThismentspecial of the SeaI11 i. ^farers LOG isl designed for Seafarers toi • 'r.f;.':-',, , .; V '''A^ . ':'y':-..ry- ' Mk ••^ V • i. - • • • • • .', -;• %.' • -•" ""'h'^f-.- 1-" fcAA-; ii: •yy'y-'^ - use in planning their up-i grading schedule. Courses at the Lundeberg School con^tinually are developed and improved to keep abreast of the latest tech­ nological changes in the nii^time field, and the newest teaching aids and practices are imple­ mented by a staff of highly qualified instruc­ tors specializing in virtu|ally every area of aritime studies. The hool offers courees to iSsist Seafarers in uping to all unlicens^ atings and some linsed positions in the leek and engine depart^ [^ts and all ratings in le steward department. Courses also are offred in areas of study |whiph lead to various „Coast Guard endorse­ ments. On page 4 of the sup­ plement, the Lundebeig SchooPs 1992 schedule is published. It should be no^ diid on occasipn because of the nianl; Pl^er needsolSiU-c<^ l^ted Operate course ^tes may change. iSeal^ should cd^ td eOnsult each monthly ^ition of die Sealaler^ LX)G fOT the rtiOst up-todate course schedules; f What foliovi^s is a li^ef Siinimary of eadi the courses scheduled for the coming year. Eli-V gibility requirements^ vary from course to course, so any member interested in upgrading should first check witii the Lundeberg Schoors admissions office. For further informa­ tion on any of the courses listed, contact the Sea­ farers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship^ P.O. Box 75, Pine^ Point, Md. 20674-0075;i telephone (301) 994- ''y DECKDEPARmEMT Able Bodied Seaman This four-week course leads to endorsement as an able bodied seaman (AB). It consists of classroom work and practical training in deck seamanship, rules of the road, marlinspike seamanship, helmsmanship, cargo handling, safety, fire fighting, emergency procedures, first aid, under­ way and vertical replenishment, and crane and fork truck operations. Lifeboat/Water Survival The course of instruction leading to a lifeboatman certi­ fication consists of classroom work and practical training in emergency drills, lifeboat construction, lifeboat launch­ ing and recovery, basic compass navigation, life raft con­ struction, life raft launching and maintenance, and use of all lifeboat and life raft equipment. Students also leam different survival methods and use of emergency radio and distress signals. At least three hours each day are spent outdoors in the lifeboats conducting practical exercises such as row­ ing/coxswain training and davit operations. Students must pass a U.S. Coast Guard examination in this course. Shiphandiing Simulator The Coast Guard-approved shiphandiing simulator course provides realistic bridge watchstanding training for deck personnel aboard both deep sea and inland vessels. Successful completion of this two-week course is accepted as credit for 60 days of sea time on vessels of unlimited tonnage. Special areas of skills development include general shiphandling and helmsmanship, river and channel transits, entering and departing various ports, coastal navigation. Navy-related operations such as convoy and underway replenishment, hawser towing, pushboat towing and emer­ gency shiphandiing. Radar Observer The radar observer course of instruction leads to a radar observer endorsement. The Coast Guard-approved course consists of both classroom lectures and practical applica­ tion, including radar theory, observation, operation and use, interpretation and plotting, advanced radar plotting, colli­ sion avoidance and navigational exercise. Practical training includes operation of audio-visual and state-of-the art radar simulation equipment to include stu­ dent control and maneuvering of a vessel, plotting courses and safely maneuvering a ship without jeopardizing the safety of other vessels. Third Mate This 13-week course consists ofclassroom instruction in all areas of terrestrial navigation, deck seamanship, rules of the road, shipbuilding, ship stability, cargo handling, fed­ eral regulations, first aid, CPR and fire fighting. This ma­ terial includes all subject areas found on the U.S. Coast Guard license exam for third mates. Limited License for Mate or Master The 10-week course of instruction leading to a license as mate or master of steam or motor vessels of limited tonnage up to and including 1600 gross tons includes the study of inland and international rules of the road, piloting in coastal waters, weather observations and forecasting, shiphandiing, cargo equipment—handling and stowage, stability, safety, basic and advanced fire fighting, first aid, CPR, ship's business and shipboard routine. This course is designed to prepare the experienced seaman for the United States Coast Guard license exams for either operator of uninspected towing vessels or mate/master of vessels of 100 gross tons up to and includ­ ing 1600 gross tons upon inland waters or near coastal waters. The basic fire fighting course includes 16 hours of classroom training as well as eight hours of practical fire fighting instruction. Celestial Navigation The five-week course of instruction covers the areas of sunrise-sunset-twilight, latitude observations by sun and polaris, celestial miming fixes by sun-stars-planets, com­ pass error by amplitude and azimuth, star identification, care and use of the sextant. It should be taken by all applicants who are eligible for a license as Master or Mate of Uninspected Vessels or those who are eligible for a license as Towboat Operator-Oceans. ENGINEDEPARTMENT 'I '>4 OMED-Any Rating The curriculum for certification and endorsement as a Qualified Member of the Engine Department (QMED)Any Rating consists of a 12-week course leading to the following ratings: pumpman, refrigeration engineer, elec­ trician, machinist, deck engineer, junior engineer and deck engine mechanic. The course of instmction leading to an endorsement in each of these ratings consists of classroom work as well as practical training. Fireman/NatertenderA Oiler The six-week course of instmction leading to endorse­ ment as fireman/watertender, oiler (FOWT) consists of classroom instmction and practical training. Topics cov­ ered include the parts of a boiler, engineroom equipment, fire fighting, safety procedures, engineroom procedures, operating auxili^ equipment, watchstanding and starting and securing main engines. This course prepares the student for Coast Guard General Safety, Oiler and FiremanAVatertender tests. Pumproom Maintenance and Operations The six-week course leads to certification in pumproom maintenance and operations. The curriculum consists of cargo properties and emergency procedures, tanker devel­ opment and constmction, operation and maintenance of valves and pumps, loading procedures, cargo pump opera­ tion, cargo measurement, discharging procedures, ballast­ ing procedures, tank cleaning, inert gas systems, fire fighting and safety, pollution control and cargo control systems. Upon completion of the course, a Lundeberg School certification of graduation will be issued. Marine Electrical Maintenance The course of instmction leading to certification in ma­ rine electrical maintenance consists of both classroom and practical shop training. Included in the study are the theory Continued on next page Seafarers LOG, November 1991 Supplement—Page 1 :-py§. 1: y 'M • �--s«ai3ra<»s5;3£jsms»!»i3S5ois^ pl»il^<3 'y --'"y ^1 ^=*=-1f ••>.;'•?;; Vvi- ''' ^'' i_ :'r- y 4••/•"•'<;•'''--:^r^: ifiii 414 '?#.• • • • ': !;;; J: - (-.'' v V.;:' ,."••• :.;i J' y^^yy^:y: ,''iy'''k. ;lb•,;%••. ' •if y.;, :,; . •-'-•'.••• ; y-:i;::,>^-^'V-. r Tik^-'' •: y-.y^y y. y. ; -•:;.. • On-the-job training exercises in the proper use of suction equipment and skimmers is part of the one-week oil spill prevention and containment course at the Lundeberg School. Coll^Degree j Program Offered he Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship offers associate iih aits degree prograrns in; Nautical Science [ychnolpgy for depkde^ jartment students and ^ farine Engineeriiig Technology for engine department students. Both degrees offer con­ centrations in either the deep sea or inland indus­ try. Certificate programs include Maritime Ser^ vice Technician Certifi­ cate, and Maritime Technology with con­ centrations in Nautical Science or Marine Engi­ neering. The Maritime Technology Certificate is awarded upon suc­ cessful completionofthi trainee program. All progranls are d# signed to provide the dp* portunity for members of the SIU to earn a college degr*^ or certificate in their occupational areas and provide a solid ac% demic foundation in gena:kl education sufc^t& Candidates for th|e college certificate or de­ gree programs must m^t the missions criteria: L Be a piemj^r irij gorid standing in the Continuedfrom preceding page of electricity, electrical power circuits, electrical schemat­ ics, electrical test equipment, electric motors and control­ lers and various shipboard electrical systems. Practical shop training includes lighting circuits and fixtures, maintenance and trouble-shooting of working DC and AC motors and controllers, galley equipment and elec* trical distribution systems. Upon completion of this eightweek course, a Lundeberg School certificate of graduation will be issued. Refrigeration Systems, Maintenance & Operations This six-week course of instruction leading to certifica­ tion in refrigeration systems maintenance and operations consists of both classroom instruction and practical shop training. Topics of instruction include the theory of me­ chanical refrigeration, major system components, accesso­ ries, cycle controls, refrigerants and oils, and applied electricity. Standard service techniques are emphasized such as the operation, trouble-shooting and maintenance of ships' stores plants, air conditioning plants, cargo ventilation and dehumidifying equipment, as well as pantry refrigerators, water coolers and ice machines. Practical shop training includes the complete fabrication of a working refrigeration system from basic system com­ ponents. An introduction to refrigerated container units also is presented. Refrigerated Containers Maintenance This four-week course leads to certification in refriger­ ated containers and consist^ of both classroom and practical shop training. The training experience will enable the stu­ dent to assume the duties of a maintenance electrician on board container ships carrying refrigerated containers. The student will receive training in all phases of refrig­ erated container unit operation, maintenance, repair and trouble-shooting. This will include the various types of engines, refrigeration systems and electrical systems. The course is designed to help the student develop a systematic approach to trouble-shooting as well as to acquaint the student with specific maintenance proce­ dures. 1.--V ! .y., I -I's >^4V; T.,,y. , -"•• ,y; '" .V-'-. . ;;,.7.'"wr, -_^' ' • •• *•.•' t .,.• ;• yv '.. ''' -i*'-"'y y •- H:-'''V: ;y^.' U:}&k..::.yv';,y,.>•••• - Basic Electronics : Ilf»:s 1 ,;i: i :^5'::,:. k;|I 'H ing and oxy-acetylene brazing, welding and cutting. Upon completion of the course, a Lundeberg School certificate of graduation will be issued. ^.-j;'' ' V'..'. 1 'f IsT'" - 2. Pass ah entrance i exaihination jn math, IBaglish and ieading^m birder to present evidence of tihe ability to profit I the instruction the| lool offers. 3. Possess the piefuisite maritime voca*1 ipnal background for •Qurses (have upgraded j least once in Aeir de-1 jartment). For additional infor-J mation regarding the! college programs, inter- s ested members should| contact the Lundeberg I School at (301) 994- Diesel Engine Technology This four-week course, leading to certification in diesel engine technology, consists of both classroom instruction and practical hands-on training. Topics of instruction in­ clude diesel engine theory, two- and four-stroke cycle operating principles; and theconstruction, operation, main­ tenance, repair and trouble-shooting of low, medium and high speed diesel engines. Associated auxiliaries including intake and exhaust systems, lubrication and cooling sys­ tems, fuel injection and starting systems will be covered as well. The student will receive practical training in the opera­ tion and repair of diesel engines on board school training vessels. Welding The course of instruction in basic welding consists of classroom and on-the-job training. This four-week course includes practical training in electric arc welding and cutt­ Sealarers LOG, Noyember 1991 Supplement-Page 2 • -;'c ' • '\ 'i,'- '-k • Basic electronics is a four-week course which helps Seafarers develop an understanding of what goes on inside the electronic boxes found aboard ship. The topics covered include principles of analog electron­ ics, active devices and basic digital electronics. The student will learn all aspects of circuit diagrams, and the instructor will work with each course participant individually to en­ sure a working knowledge of all shipboard electronic de­ vices. This course is an excellent way to prepare for the Marine Electronics Technician course, and is strongly recom­ mended for those who wish to take that course but have no electrical or electronics background. . „.*t Marine Electronics Technician i & ii The 12-week course consists of the principles of analog and digital electronics with emphasis on shipboard circuitry and communications. Students have the opportunity to review AC and DC theory, power supplies, oscillators, amplifiers, receivers, transmitters, antennas, operating practices and regulations, digital devices and controls, digital transmission, computer based automation, and trouble-shooting of analog and dig­ ital equipment. A daily lab follows each lecture period. •Vr/V ^ „ Hydraulics The course of instruction in hydraulics consists of class­ room and practical training. Topics covered in this fourweek course are fluids, actuators, control devices, pumps, reservoirs, symbols and hydraulic systems in marine equip­ ment. Upon completion of the course, a Lundeberg School certificate of graduation will be issued. Eiectro-Hydrauiic Systems Consisting of the principles of electrical control of hy­ draulic systems, this course covers cargo winches, deck cranes, anchor windlasses, ships' steering systems, ramps, stem ramps, fire doors and a wide variety of shipboard systems. The six-week course reviews the hydraulic components and their functions as well as basic hydraulic systems. Application of electrical control and some typical ship­ board electro-hydraulic equipment is also covered. The first weeks are devoted to the electro-hydraulic deck crane, electrical relay sequenced hydraulic operation to­ gether with trouble-shooting and maintenance. The remain­ der of the course is devoted to other electro-hydraulic shipboard systems. .1, Oil Spin Prevention and Containment This one-week course consists of classroom, laboratory and on-the-job training exercises. Topics of instmction include types of oil and petroleum products and their be­ havior on water, pollution prevention regulations, spill prevention and small boat operations. Students will receive instruction in spill containment booms and boom towing configurations and anchoring operations. Also covered in the course is selection of absorbents, suction equipment and skimmers and their proper use. Upon completion of the course, a Lundeberg School certif­ icate of graduation will be issued. Deep Sea/iniand Engineering License Exam Preparation Course Changes within the maritime industry and projected trends have led to modifications in the federal regulations pertaining to the licensing of merchant marine engineering officers. This has resulted in an expansion of career paths from the traditional two (inspected and uninspected) to three (unlimited, limited, and designated duty) based on qualifying experience in terms of vessel gross tonnage. Beginning in 1991, the Lundeberg School has offered an integrated program of study open to all qualified licensed engineer candidates (unlimited, limited and designated duty). The program of study will continue to provide instruc­ tion in all subject areas pertaining to the license sought. Additionally, U.S. Coast Guard-certified instruction will be provided in first aid, CPR and basic and advanced fire Continued on next page t •A-lO-U . �Continued from preceding page fighting in order to meet licensing requirements. The course lasts 10 weeks. A guided self-study course for the purpose of engineering license examination preparation also is available by special arrangement. • • -• . • • -, ing are either required or elective courses for upgraders in all departments. Sealift Operations and Maintenance Because of the unique requirements of militaiy con­ tracts, this course is mandatory for all upgraders. For deck department upgraders, it is a four-week course; for engine and steward department students, it lasts two weeks. The course of instruction leading to the Sealift Opera­ tions and Maintenance endorsement consists of both class­ room lectures and practical application that includes the topics of underway replenishment, helicopter operation familiarization, crane operation, forklift maneuvers, dam­ age control familiarization, and search and rescue boat operations. Upon completion of the course, a Lundeberg School certificate of graduation will be issued. General Physical Fitness Workout programs are individually designed to meet the needs of the student. Students may participate in free weight, nautilus or universal weight training which can be used to gain, lose or maintain weight. Aerobic and swim­ ming programs also are available. First Aid & Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) The art of wire splicing is one of the topics covered in the Bosun Recertification program at the Lundeberg School. STEWARD DEPARTMENT Assistant Cook Utility Leading to certification as assistant cook, this sevenweek course includes both classroom and on-the-job train­ ing. Topics covered are the preparation,, cooking and serving of vegetables, cooked salads, sandwiches, breakfast foods and night lunches. Emphasis is placed on the basics of food preparation including sanitation, dietary values, work organization and the use of recipes. Cook and Baker The nine-week course leading to certification as cook and baker includes both classroom instruction and on-thejob training in the bake shop and galley. Topics covered are the baking of breads, rolls, pies, cakes, cookies and break­ fast pastries. The student also will concentrate on dessert and breakfast preparations, sanitation and work organiza­ tion. Careful attention to recipe requirements is also high­ lighted. Chief Cook • -..-iK;.. M . '- The course of instruction leading to certification as a chief cook incudes both classroom and on-the-job training. Topics covered in the nine-week course are the preparation of meats, poultry, seafood, soups, sauces and gravies. The student also will concentrate on identifying meat cuts by the use of charts. Work organization, sanitation and the use of recipes are included in the course. Chief Steward The nine-week course includes classroom instruction supplemented by on-the-job training. Topics covered are menu planning, work supervision, organization, typing, inventory control and requisitioning procedures. Sanita­ tion, nutrition and safety are highlighted as well. The stu­ dent will be actively involved in all phases of the school's food service supervision. Towboat inland Cook Students in this class leam the principles and techniques of safety and basic first aid as well as cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to the accepted standards of the American Red Cross. After successful completion of each phase of this course, students are awarded a certificate from the American Red Cross. Basic Fire Fighting The basic fire fighting course provides the student with general knowledge of the chemistry of fire, fire fighting equipment and materials, and techniques for using them safely. Upgraders receive 16 hours of classroom training and eight hours of practical fire fighting. Upon successful completion of this course, the student is awarded a certifi­ cate of completion from the Lundeberg School which is recognized by the Coast Guard. Advanced Fire Fighting After receiving a refresher in basic fire fighting to start the two-week course, students leam how to blueprint a vessel and organize emergency squads for fire fighting. The course covers how to give concise orders using the different types of communications with crewmembers and landbased fire units. Students also study how to inspect and service various shipboard fire extinguishing equipment before going through shipboard simulations and actual fire fighting train­ ing- fAdtiltEduciidon Programs I n addition to the up­ grading courses listed in this LOG supple­ ment, the Adult Educa­ tion program at the Lundeberg School offers a variety of courses to assist Seafarers with study skills and basic learning procedures. The programs are available to Iwth trainees and up­ graders in order to give all SIU members the op­ portunity to expand their education. Workplace literacy skills are in­ cluded in the Adult Basic Skills classes. Basic skills are stressed that will help Seafarers im?^ prove job performance. ? The courses offered include English as a Sec? ond Language, Adult Basic Education, Devel^ opmental Studies, Life­ boat Preparation and a |High School Equivalency Program. y tm.- t Adult Education Schedule ^1992 This year there are no set dates for the adult ed­ ucation courses; they are all open-ended. If any member is in­ terested in the High School Equivalency (GEO) course, the Adult Basic Education (ABE) course, the English as a Second Language (ESL) course, the Develop­ mental Studies program or the ABE/ESL Life­ boat Preparation course, they should contact the! admissions office for ad­ ditional information and; starting dates. | Union Education College Courses While attending upgrading classes at the Lundeberg School, all SIU members attend union education courses ovier the course of one week. Seafarers leam how a collective bargaining agreement between the union and the employer protects wages and working conditions. The rights of ^e union's membership as outlined in the SIU's constitution also are reviewed. Students gain an understanding of the various laws and legislative programs which defend and promote a U.S.-flag merchant marine. Courses also are held to provide Seafarers with full information on the many benefit plans available to qualify­ ing members through the union's collective bargaining agreements. Welfare, pension and vacation benefits are In an effort to attrac as many ihembers a possible to the colleg curriculum at the! Lundeberg School, fbr| the first time all of the eight-week college courses are being offered during evening hours as well as during die day. (For college course dates, see page 4 of this supplement.)^ mm '•"'tJMl'-"' Applicants in this seven-week course receive classroom and on-the-job instruction in food preparation on board towboats and tugs. Emphasis is on the basic methods of preparing all meals for a crew of six to 12 boatmen. Work scheduling and organization, menu planning, purchasing, storage of supplies and sanitation controls are emphasized. Candidates are trained to single-handedly man a galley. mDEPARTMENTSUPBRAmiUt'AND SPECIALTYIWURSES Each student attending upgrading programs at the Sea­ farers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship will partic­ ipate in certain courses as part of their regularly scheduled program. Sealift Operations and Maintenance, Physical Fitness, First Aid & CPR, Union Education and Fire Fight­ VM Upgraders in the Recertified Stewards course receive training in all facets of the steward department. Seafarers LOG, November 1991 Supplement-rPage 3 •f �' "•".-'•i' •• >V.'' - • '''" . '• '. '/. i'7;' vf^ .o'" -V^'(j" '.• '••':S r.fe' 1992 Upgrading Course Schedule : -J: i T he following is the current course schedule for the entire new year— January through December 1992 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's needs. Seafarers should continue to consult each monthly edition of the Seafarers LOG for the most up-to-date course schedule. For additional information, contact the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, Md. 20674-0075; tele­ phone (301) 994-0010. Engine Department Upgrading Courses Course Pumproom Maintenance & Operations Tankerman Marine Electrical Maintenance Refrigerated ContainersAdvanced Maintenance Electro-Hydraulic Systems Marine Electronics Technician-I Marine Electronics Technician-U Basic Electronics Welding )".• Hydraulics f '•••,QMED - Any Rating Fireman/Watertender & Oiler Oil Spill Emergency Containment & Clean-up ®!.' V -'I'l-: Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operations Diesel Engine Technology Check-In Date January 6 May 11 August 31 March 16 July 6 October 26 January 6 April 27 August 17 March 2 June 22 November 9 January 6 May 11 September 28 February 17 June 22 November 9 April 13 August 31 January 20 February 17 October 12 March 16 June 22 August 17 November 23 January 6 May 11 September 14 January 20 March 16 May 11 July 6 August 31 November 26 March 2 April 27 June 22 August 17 October 12 December 7 January 20 May 11 October 26 July 6 Completion Date February 14 June 19 October 9 April 10 July 31 November 20 February 28 June 19 October 9 April 10 July 31 February 14 February 14 June 19 November 6 March 27 July 31 December 18 May 8 September 25 February 14 March 13 November 6 April 10 July 17 September 11 December 18 March 27 July 31 December 4 February 28 April 24 June 19 August 14 October 9 December 4 March 6 May 1 June 26 August 21 October 16 December 11 February 28 June 19 December 4 July 31 Deck Department Upgrading Courses Course Lifeboat (The Lifeboat course runs every two weeks through the year. The dates here are through the first half of the year only.) Able Bodied Seaman Check-in Date January 6 January 20 February 3 February 17 March 2 March 16 March 30 April 13 April 27 May 11 May 25 June 15 January 20 March 16 May 11 Seafanrs LOG, November 1991 Supplement--Page 4 Completion Date January 17 January 31 Februaiy 14 February 28 March 13 March 27 April 10 April 24 May 8 May 22 June 12 June 26 February 28 April 24 June 19 Check-in Date July 6 August 31 October 26 January 6 May 4 September 1 January 27 February 10 April 6 August 3 October 5 January 27 March 2 May 4 June 29 August 31 November 2 January 20 March 16 May 18 July 13 September 14 November 16 Course Third Mate Limited License Celestial Navigation Shiphandling 'A'" • , Radar Certification Completion Date August 14 October 9 December 4 April 17 August 14 December 11 March 3 March 6 May 1 August 28 October 30 February 7 March 13 May 15 July 10 September 11 November 13 January 24 March 20 May 22 July 17 September 18 November 20 steward Department Upgrading Courses Check-in Completion Date Date All open-ended (contact admissions office for starting dates) Course Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker, Chief Cook, Chief Steward Recertlflcatlon Programs Program Steward Recertiflcation Bosun Recertification Check-in Date January 27 June 1 March 30 September 28 Completion Date March 2 July 6 May 4 November 2 SHLSS College Program Course FULL 8-week sessions Check-in Date January 6 March 16 May 11 July 6 August 31 October 26 Completion Date February 28 May 8 July 3 August 28 October 23 December 18 FOR ADDITIONAL UPGRADING INFORMATION am interested in leaming more about the opportunities for upgrading ' at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Please send ! • lastest • I 1me the course catalog and application form. Full name: Street address or P.O. Box:. City, State, Zip Code: Telephone number (with area code):. I am an SlU member: Deep Sea Lakes Inland Waters Government Services Division Book number: Social Security number: Send this form to the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seaman- ' ship, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, Md. 20674-0075. ' 11/91 I �SitiiltHSi 16 DetemberS Jaauaiy Membenhip Afeetfngs; Deep Sea, Lakes, Inland WateK k'- '';'V • v-K; .;v / Piney Point Monday, December 2 Monday, January 6 New York Tuesday, December 3 Tuesday, January 7 Philadelphia Wednesday, December 4 Wednesday, January 8 v: Baltimore Thursday, December 5 Thursday, January 9 Norfolk Thursday, December 5 Thursday, January 9 Jacksonville Thursday, December 5 Thursday, January 9 Algonac Friday, December 6 Friday, January 10 Houston Monday, December 9 Monday, January 13 New Orleans Tuesday, December 10 Tuesday, January 14 MohUe Wednesday, December 11 Wednesday, January 15 San Francisco Thursday, December 12 Thursday, January 16 Wilmington Monday, December 16 Tuesday, January 21 Seattle f Friday, December 20 Friday, January 24 San Juan Thursday, December 5 ' Thursday, January 9 St. Louis Friday, December 13 Friday, January 17 Honolulu Friday, December 13 Friday, January 17 Duluth Wednesday, December 11 Wednesday, January 15 Jersey City Wednesday, December 18 Wednesday, January 22 New Bedford Tuesday, December 17 Tuesday, January 21 Ml port's mooHop Hurts ui 10:30 ffoM. Personals \''S The Family of WALTER CHIPMAN Please contact Giyn H. Stephens at Kanta Forda Ranch, RR 1-Box 127, Sandstone, MN 55072; telephone (612) 245-2570. He has some old photographs of his former shipmates he would like to pass along. AB JOHN WHEELER Please contact Woodie Stover on board the USNS Mercury TAKR-10, FPO San Francisco, CA 96672-4028. ROBERT P. PAGE Please contact your brother, Jeff, at (301) 972-3165. Crewmembers of the SS COLUMBIA EAGLE William Plemitscher and Pamela Sink are trying to Icicate crewmembers who sailed aboard the SS Columbia Eagle during 1969 and 1970 for a pos­ sible article. Contact them at 465 County Route 24, Corinth, NY 12822; telephone (518) 654-2816. SUfARBlS 106 !_'• >-vyi--a^>^^iT"-»T-e-- Dispatchers' Repert for Deep Sea SEPTEMBER 16, 1991-OCTOBER 15, 1991 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis ^^ey Point Algonac Totals TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip Reliefe DECK DEPARTMENT 29 1 5 16 12 24 25 18 28 11 8 12 2 8 14 25 18 =--17 28 .-•-15 . 8 2 12 15 1 0 228 8 5 193 27 15 0 4 3: , ^5 •11 17 7 19 28 «_^J9,. 21 * ^.19'.-. 12 h:22:: :: 9. 16 22 15 9 2 2 \ 11 31 24 v:V. 4' wWifiX . 0 ... 4. -S 0 1 184 196 • 10 2 3 11 11 11 if-'''WiiHS 5 19 13 14 12 7 1 4 9 6 16 ' 18 13 5 5 9 14 14 16 0 3 59 4 6 1 1 3 3 2 . S-f rm-f 10 5 10 4 0 5 V2 ..••iir.i'Sr:-' •>..-0. , 0 4 2 3 57 126 152 16 13 35 36 •= 44 31 43 12 12 31 2 0 342 ii • 14 14 10 22 10 9 2 15 11 2 8 2 149 16 5 1 9 16 32 19 11 16 14 1 10 16 1 5 0 172 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port lew York liladelphia jBaltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston i St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals 8 7 5 10 7 8 6 7 3 0 3 4 14 13 8 28 0 3 6 6 14 17 73 17 32 4 15 20 0 1 0 236 10 1 2 1 7 6 4 22 3 8 0 23 7 0 12 0 106 6 2 • 1 4 7 8 • 4,::^ 11 3 2 0 23 3 1 6 0 81 0 3^ 6 1 11 1 1 ^.,23 I 3 9 -.Si 6 M1 7 10 0 0 0 1 5 4 -;2.' 9 8 0 1 0 1 2 2 0 1 1 29 82 91 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Port 13 2 3 16 5 10 21 New York 2 1 4 2 Mi:sm • • 2 ^ Philadelphia 1 0 1 M'i2 • •'l-.-i:; 3 1 Baltimore 1 3 1 5 4 1 5 Norfolk 1 0 3 8 3 9 9 Mobile 2 0 5 7 5 2 13 New Orleans . 5 -^-^^'6 • 2 11 4 'i13 •: Jacksonville . 9 i'-i • 6 10 5 • 31 12 . 42 San Francisco . 4 0 6 10 ilii 5 16 WUmington 5 1 2 16 0 184 3 Seattle 1 1 1 2 0 1 3 Puerto Rico 77 10 16 ' 5 19 18 13 Honolulu J 'Ji|W' 8 5 1 6. 10 14 Houston 0 0 0 1 M-0 0 0 St. Louis 2 3 9 ' 2 • 5 17 2 Piney Point 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 Algonac 35 125 68 125 60 99 173 Totals ENTRY DEPARTMENT Port 0 30 20 10 67 38 14 New York 0 2 0 1 3 1 Philadelphia 5 0 m • • 0 2 8 0 Baltimore 0 13 11 2 15 13 4 Norfolk 0 0 19 1 19 30 1 Mobile 0 6 9 21 25 .... 9 New Orleans 0 12 14 3 19 liiiM22 Jacksonville 15 0 21 14 42 25 22 San Francisco 0 7 6 10 13 12 5 Wilmington 0 6 7 8 16 11 9 Seattle 0 0 7 6 2 3 10 Puerto Rico 139 36 4 162 39 7 Honolulu • .jj 3 11 18 6 Houston 0 0 • 0 0 0 2 0 St. Louis 0 4 37 •7:,:-;i 53 0 Piney Point 1 0 0 0 1 1 0 Algonac 239 0 208 66 398 303 90 Totals 482 211 519 498 777 706 622 Totals All Departments • 25 12 II 11 1 19 1 3 1 180 14 6 7 19 9 6 1 7 9 0 12 0 111 6 2 4 8 9 12 4 8 10 6 0 7 5 3 6 0 90 33 I 7 5 4 41 4 10 8 12 29 0 10 « 35 5' 20 38 35 5 13 15 12 8 9 7 51 9 23 0 2 0 53 0 1 131 350 98 • 3 2 •' 17 30 45 25 67 20 24 . 5 185 22 • l:f 6 0 550 889 893 23 716 ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. A total of 1 710 johs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,710 jobs shipped, 498 jobs or about 29 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were fiUed by "B" and "C" seniority people From September 16 to October 15, a total of 211 trip reUef jobs were shipped. Since the trip reUef ^o^ began on April 1, 1982, a total of 14,927 jobs have been shipped. ••'•if'"•V ' �m- HOmiBER 1991 T he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 26 members this month. Nineteen of those signing off sailed in the deep sea division, five sailed in the inland division, one sailed in the Great Lakes division and one sailed on the union's Railroad Marine section. Steward department member Sebasttian LaBella, 75, is the oldest of the new pensioners. He spent nearly 40 years at sea. Bosun James Oliver has been a member of the union longer than any of die other hew pensioners. He joined the SlUin 1945 in Philadelphia. Brief biographical sketches of LaBella, Oliver and the other new pen­ sioners follow: n DEEP SEA MUSHEN ABBADI, 66, I joined the Seafar­ ers in 1967 in the port of San Fran^ Cisco. Bom in Arabia, he sailed in the engine de­ partment. Brother Abbadi has retired to the Bronx, N.Y. ALBERT BAZOR,58, joined the SIU in 1963 in the port of Mobile, Ala. An Alabama na­ tive, he shipped in the deck de­ partment. Brother Bazor served in the Army from 1950 to 1952. He re­ sides in Tibbie, Ala. DAVID BRONSTEIN, 65, joined the union in 1969 in the port of Hous­ ton. A native of Galveston, Texas, he com­ pleted the Lundeberg School's stew­ ard recertification course in 1981. Brother Bronstein served in the Army from 1944 until 1946. He lives in Houston. MILTON P. COX, 62, joined the Seafarers in 1955 in the port of New Orleans. He was bom in Mississippi and sailed in the steward depart­ ment. Brother Cox served in the Army from 1946 to 1948. He has re­ tired to Gulfport, Miss. .'-'ri To Our New Pensioners i.. Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. the Navy from 1942 to 1963. Brother Fultz resides in Fallon, Nev. ANDREW HOL­ LAND, 65, joined the union in 1978 in the port of Philadel­ phia. He was bom in Connecti­ cut and sailed in the deck department. Brother Hol­ land upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School, and he also served in the Navy from 1943 to 1965. He lives in Chesapeake City, . Md. I 1 FRANCIS HOWARD, 63, joined the SIU in 1955 in the port of New Orleans. BOm in Jacksonville, Fla., he sailed in the steward department. Brother Howard has retired to Metairie, La. HUBERT JACKSON, 61, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1956 in the port of Balti­ more. The native of North Carolina sailed in the deck department. He served in the Army from 1950 until 1953. Brother Jack­ son calls Willis, Texas home. SEBASTTIAN LABELLA, 75, joined the union in 1952 in the port of San Francisco. He was bom in Connecticut and sailed in the stew­ ard department. In 1980 Brother LaBella upgraded at the Lundeberg School. He has retired to Orangevale, Calif. RAY H. MANN, 55, joined the SIU in 1969 in the port of New Orleans. A native of Honduras, he upgraded fre­ quently at the Lundeberg School and in 1981 com­ pleted the Lundeberg School's stew­ ard recertification course. Brother Mann lives in Hitchcock, Texas. HOMER D. CROSS, 61, joined the SIU in 1956 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Bom in Winston, N.C., he sailed as a member of the galley gang. Brother Cross now calls Portsmouth, Va. home. JAMES OLI­ VER, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1945 in the port of Philadelphia. Bom in" Texas, he sailed as a bosun. Brother Oliver lives in LaPorte, Texas. JAMES FULTZ, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1967 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. The Ken­ tucky native shipped in the deck department, and he served in JOHN OWEN, 65, joined the SIU in 1960 in the port of New York. He was bom in Wales. Brother Owen upgraded fre­ quently at the Lundeberg School and in 1986 com­ pleted the Lundeberg School's bosun recertification course. He has retired to Seattle, Wash. MILTON PHELPS, 61, joined the union in 1954 in the port of New Or­ leans. The Illinois native shipped in the steward department. Brother Phelps served in the National Guard from 1950 to 1952. He resides in Kenner, La. ALBERT SPANRAFT, 64, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1951 in the port of Balti­ more. Bom in Illi­ nois, he sailed in the steward and engine departments. Brother Spanraft lives in Belle Chase, La. CALVIN STE­ VENS, 66, joined the SIU in 1967 in the port of Baltimore. A native of Mary­ land, he shipped with the galley gang and upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School. Brother Stevens served in the Army from 1945 to 1946. He has retired to Easton, Md. TED TOLENTINO, 62, joined the Seafarers in 1957 in the port of Seat­ tle. He was bom in the Philippine Is­ lands and sailed in the deck depart­ ment. In 1974 Brother Tolentino completed the Lundeberg School's bosun recertification course. He also served in the Army from 1951 to 1953. Brother Tolentino resides in San Francisco. JOSEPH VIOLANTE, 65, joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of New York. Bom in Portugal, he shipped in the deck department. Brotfier Violante calls Baltimore home. WILLIAM WEST, 60, joined the Seafarers in 1960 in the port of his native New York. He shipped in the deck depart­ ment. Brother West was in the Army from 1948 to 1952 and also served in the Navy from 1953 to 1957. He has retired to New York. INLAND STEVE AUGUST, 62, joined the union in 1976 in the port of Balti­ more. Bom in Pittsburgh, Pa., he shipped in the steward department. Boatman August served in the Army from 1951 until 1953. He resides in Dundalk, Md. LAWRENCE BERNARD, 62, joined the union in 1962 in the port of Detroit. A Michigan native, he sailed in the deck and engine departments. Boatman Bemard served in the Army from 1951 to 1953. He has retired to Trenton, Mich. FELIX CAMPESIJR., 44, joined the Seafarers in 1976 in the port of his native New Or­ leans. He shipped in the deck depart­ ment and from 1965 to 1968 served in the Marine Corps. Boatman Campesi lives in Marrero, La. EDUARDO PEREZ, 68, joined the Sea­ farers in 1977 in the port of Puerto Rico. A native of Tampa, Fla., he shipped in the steward department. Boatman Perez served in the Army from 1940 until 1954. He resides in Cape Canaveral, Fla. C'' • 1 •fj-ir:;; : • V^,| vis .••if:, M • -.v- Ttk* • OBDULIO ROSARIO, 69. joined the union in 1977 in the port of his native Puerto Rico. He shipped in the deck department. Boatman Rosario still ca|ls Puerto Rico home. GREAT LAKES WILLIS KINGS­ TON, 62, joined the union in 1961 in the port of Buf­ falo, N.Y. He was ix)m in Ogdensburg, N.Y. and shipped in the deck department. Boatman Kingston lives in Theresa, N.Y. RAILROAD MARINE JORGE RODRIGUEZ, 70, joined the union in 1959 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. Bom in Lima, Pern, he sailed in the deck department. He calls Hampton, Va. home. 1^-:; "I K- CORRECTION The October issue of the Seafarers LOG contained an inaccurate biographical sketch about pensioner John Poleate. The correct information follows: Brother Poleate, 69, joined the SIU in April 1970 in the port of Mobile, Ala. He shipped in the deck department. Brother Poleate also served in the Navy for 26 years, retiring in February 1970. I- �• 18 SOFAKItSm Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes CU-Company/Lakes L—Lakes NP—Non Priority SEPT. 16-OCT. 15,1991 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT 0 38 1 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT . ^ ^ tA A t* 27 ^ 7 -26 13 ^ STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 8 2 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 • O'O' "**• 9 w' - '"^2 "^^^''5 0'""'""31 11 Totals All Departments 0 56 22 0 60 4 0 85 51 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Dispatchers' Report for iniand Waters SEPTEMBER 16-OCTOBER 15, 1991 ii,' "-'" -•• *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C i ' i • •:. . ••" Region Atlantic Coas Gulf Coast Lakes 4$^ Inland Wat West Coast Totals TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 3 2 16 0 21 Region Atlantic Gulf Coast ;..JLakes & Inland Wat West Coast Totals 0 0 0 0 0 ; 0 3 0 .1.., ' O 'T" ' . 3 mm1 68 4 0 44 '11- 0; 0 •' 2 116 8 0 3 22 ENGINE DEPARTMENT b Region 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Gulf Coast |^kes & Inland Waters! West Coast Totals Totals All Departments 49 1 12 29 0 3 174 9 26 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. 2*"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Inland Report Is Revised •n>; Beginning with this issue, the Seafarers LOG is intro­ ducing a new fprmat for the Dispatchers' Report for In­ land Waters in order to be more reflective of the nature of the brown water and harbor .transport industry. The new report consolidates the figures into four geographic regions—Atlantic Coast, Gulf Coast, Lakes and Inland Wa­ ters, and West Coast. The ports making up the Atlantic Coast listing are New York, Philadelphia, Balti­ more, Piney Point, Norfolk, Jacksonville and Santurce. Gulf Coast ports include Houston, New Orleans and Mobile. The halls of Algonac and St. Louis are in the Lakes and Inlands Waters figures. The West Coast is composed of Seattle, San Francisco, Wil­ mington and Honolulu. Seafarers Participate in Soiidarity Day Joining rank with thousands of other trade unionists at the Washington, D.C. ceiebration of Solidarity Day are (from left) QMED John Copeiand. Trainee Monty Hernandez, ABs Chris Kiaber, J.R. Ewing and Mike Hooper and Train­ ees Tim Lowe and Yaser Mawari. Personals ROBERT FINK Please contact your sister, Lenore, at 516 E. 5th Street, New York, NY 10009; or telej^one (212) 254-2824. Ocean Blvd, Suite D, Stuart, Fla 34994; telephone (407) 283-6541. GERALD F. DURHAM Happy Birthday, Gerry! From your mother, brother, nephew, JULIO SANTIAGO aunts, uncles, cousins and all your Anyone knowing tfie where­ friends in California. We would abouts of Julio Santiago, please like very much to hear from you. contact his son, Joseph, at 800 E. Please write. -I .'r • Seafams /n/eimrifomrf Union Dintioiy President Michael Sacco Secretary-Treasurer John Fay Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco Vice President Collective Bargaining Angus "Red" Campbell Vice President West Coast George McCartney Vice President Government Services Roy A. "Buck" Mercer Vice President Atlantic Coast Jack CafTey Vice President Lakes and Iniand Waters Byron Kelley Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Corgey . ... I-.t-.i-i HEADOUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301)899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (301) 327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi Street Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713)659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. '• Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 > (201)435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36605 (205) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508)997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504)529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. ' ' Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718)499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75 Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809) 721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206)441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314)752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213) 549-4000 /V' • 'v- v. I . ^ �1 sesss;!^Ks£%».^: NOVEMBER 1991 «> -. ' ^'-Vp; ' •; '• '." '"'"IS Digest of Ships Meetings The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shipboard minutes as possibie. On occasion, because of space limitations, some wiii be omitted. Ships minutes are reviewed by the union's contract department. Those issues requiring attention or resolution aie addres^ by the union upon receipt of the ships minutes. LIBERTY SPIRIT(Liberty Maritime), June 30 — Chairman William Lewis, Sec­ retary Howard Williams, Deck Delegate Ralph Darman, Engine Delegate 1. Rowells, Steward Delegate L. Bettis. Chairman announced payoff. Deck and en­ gine delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward delegate. PRIDE (American Overseas Marine), June 21 — Chairman R. Lamb, Secretary J. Gleaton. Steward delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck or engine delegates. USNSSEALIFT ATLANTIC mC), June 17 — Chairman T. Daniels, Secretary J. Samuels, Educational Director C. Durden, Deck Delegate A. Radovcic, En­ gine Delegate L. Estes, Steward Delegate P. Cager. Deck delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. USNS DENEBOLA (Bay Tankers), June 16 — Chairman R.E. Black, Secretary W. Dean, Educational Director M. Hall. Chair­ man reviewed SIU constitution for benefit of new crewmembers. No beefs or disputed OT reported. L>»KE(AMSEA), July 7 — Chairman Jack Cooper, Secretary D. Lupton, Educa­ tional Director Rex Bolen, Deck Delegate D. Pickelheimer, Engine Delegate Rodger Plummer, Steward Delegate Judi Chester. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Ship not receiving miiil. Crew thanked galley gang for great work. AB Bob Haley commended steward department for July 4 cookout. Next port: Singapore. L4/C£(AMSEA), July 15 — Chairman Jack Cooper, Secretary D. Lupton, Educa­ tional Director Rex Bolen, Deck Delegate D. Pickelheimer, Steward Delegate Ken Bethea. No beefs or disputed OT reported. MV RANGER (Vulcan Carriers), July 29 — Chairman L. Manry, Secretary Roger Linasan. No beefs or disputed OT reported. USNSSEAUFTATLANTICmo, July 2 — Chairman T. Daniels, Secretary J. Sam­ uels, Educational Director L. Estes, Deck Delegate A. Radovcic, Steward Delegate P. Cager. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew reported displea­ sure with ship's safety equipment. USNS SEALIFT ATLANTIC {IMO, July 9 — Chairman T. Daniels, Secretary J. Newlywe((S on Williams Samuels, Deck Delegate A. Radovcic, En­ gine Delegate T. Woerner, Steward Dele­ gate P. Cager. Chairman noted repairs to some safety equipment and arrival of new lifesaving equipment. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew thanked steward department for great job, especially Chief Steward John Samuels. USNS SEALIFT ATLANTICmo, July 21 — Chairman J. Loureiro, Deck Dele­ gate A. Radovcic, Engine Delegate A. Bautista. Steward Delegate C. Cager. Chairman noted need for improved condi­ tions on board. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew said IMC is not notifying union about reliefs. COVE LIBERTY (Cove), August 18 — Chairman W.E. Reeves, Secretary Floyd Mitchell, Educational Director William Beatty. Chairman announced payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported. LAWRENCEH. GIANELLA (Ocean Shipholding), August 25 — Chairman P. Hulsebosch, Secretary D. Cunningham, Educational Director W. Toole, Deck Dele­ gate Howard Hare, Steward Delegate Vin­ cent Ortiz. Chairman pointed out Coast Guard's proposed fee forZ-cards, referred to article in Seafarers LOG. Educational di­ rector explained in detail the benefits of upgrading.at the Lundeberg School as well as using Piney Point as a vacation spot. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew ob- Delegate Norman Jackson. Chairman an­ nounced payoff. Deck delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew thanked steward and deck depart­ ments for good work. LIBERTY SUN (Liberty Maritime), Au­ gust 11 — Chairman Ray Todd, Secretary F. Washington, Educational Director Wil­ lie Franks, Steward Delegate L. Ferales. Chairman announced upcoming payoff in Portland, Ore. Secretary reminded mem­ bers to clean rooms. Deck and engine dele­ gates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward delegate. LNG AQUARIUS (ETO, August U — Chairman Sam T. Brooks, Secretary Alex­ ander Reyer, Educational Director Vin­ cent Larimer, Deck Delegate Paul Jagger, Engine Delegate Don Busby, Steward Delegate Henry Daniels. Chair­ man reported ship running smoothly, virtu­ ally no complaints. Educational director reminded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $155 in ship's fund. Engine delegate reported dis- No Disputes Aboard USNS Seallft Arabian Sea AMERICAN CORMORANTiPacific Gulf Marine), August 4 — Chairman Ver­ non Huelett, Secretary Darryl K. Goggins. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew thanked steward department, including Steward/Baker Goggins and Chief Cook Thomas Guthrie. PFC JAMES ANDERSON JR. (Maersk), August 21 — Chairman James Duer, Secretary Ken Roetzer, Educational Director Tyler Womack, Deck Delegate Edwin Rivera, Steward Delegate G. Watkins. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. CHARLES S. BHOIVA/(Transoceanic Cable), August 31 — Chairman J. Har­ rington, Secretary D. Wilson, Educational Director W. Carrol, Deck Delegate Wil­ liam Rackley, Engine Delegate Daniel W. Wise, Steward Delegate Brenda Kamiya. Chairman announced payoff. Steward dele­ gate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Crew asked contracts department to look into increasing optical benefits. Crew thanked galley gang for exceptional work. Next port: Honolulu. CAPE ANN (AMSEA), August 24 — Chairman William Dawson, Engine Dele­ gate James Clement, Steward Delegate S. Torneo. Chairman announced payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department for clarification on war bonus. Next port: Norfolk, Va. CAPEAVINOF(AMSEA), August 25 — Chairman Gerard Halligan, Secretary L.E. Winfield, Educational Director George Cruzen, Deck Delegate John Moore, Engine Delegate James Lancas­ ter, Steward Delegate Jimmy Williams. Deck and engine delegates reported beefs. No beefs or disputed OT reported by stew­ ard delegate. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for good work. CAPE CARTHAGE (AMSEA), August 17 — Chairman Abdula Mohsin, Secre­ tary Roily Saguinsin, Educational Director William Ddoling, Engine E>elegate Welton Weaver, Steward Delegate Harry Celkos. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: San Francisco. CAPE CLEAR (AMSEA), August 11 — Chairman L. Jones, Secretary 1. Fletcher, Engine Delegate R. Rogers, Steward Dele­ gate C. Hall. Chairman reported smooth trip, asked members to carry on tradition of good tinion ship. He urged members to con­ tribute to SPAD. Educational director re­ minded crewmembers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang. SIU members Francis P. Jaworski (left) and Patricia Piccione recently married. They usually ship on the Pfc DeWayne Williams, an AMSEA vessel. auley. Deck Delegate R. Rock, Steward Delegate Gordon Wheeler. Engine dele­ gate reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew extended special vote of thanks to steward department, including Chief Steward Rivera and Chief Cook Coy Hendricks for their conscientiousness and high standards. CAPE HENRY (lOM), August 18 — Chairman J.R. Wilson, Secretary Jose Ri­ vera, Educational Director Walter McC- 'f' j •• ' Part of the ship's crew aboard the USNS Seallft Arabian Sea poses for a photo taken just before payoff. Pictured are (from left, front row) AB George Bulsson, Chief Steward Mike Simmons, (back row) Chief Cook flaymond TIerney, GSU Marjorle Mack and Pumpman Al "Mad Dog" Hooper. served one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers and sisters. puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck or steward delegates. FRANCES HAMMER (Ocean Shiphold­ ing), August 21— Chairman Richard Wil­ son, Secretary Gregory Melvin, Steward Delegate T. Gonzales. Deck and engine delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward dele­ gate. Crew thanked galley gang. LNG CAP/?/CO/?Af (ETC), August 11 — Chairman Pete Waters, Deck Delegate William Rios, Engine Delegate Tim Van Pelt, Steward Delegate George Taylor. Chairman reviewed various nion and ship­ board policies. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew will use part of ship's fiind to purchase Nintendo games. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of de- • parted brothers. HARRIETTE (Maritime Overseas), Au­ gust 25 — Chairman W. Jefferson, Secre­ tary G. Boop, Engine Delegate Lowell Miller, Steward Delegate George Varisi. No beefs or disputed OT reported. ITB PHILADELPHIA (Sheridan Transpor­ tation), August 7 — Chairman V.T. Neilsen, Secretary J.P. Emidy, Steward Delegate A. Banky HI. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Crew thanked steward department for fine meals and service. Galley gang thanked crewmembers for keeping messhall clean. Next port: New York. SGT. MATEJ KOCAK (Waterman Steam­ ship), August 18 — Chairman Angelo Urti, Secretary Greg Folden, Educational Director Don Peterson, Deck Delegate Richard Volkart, Engine Delegate Mi­ chael Tremper, Steward Delegate Anto­ nio Prizmik. Educational director announced payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Captain thanked crew for smooth trip. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. LIBERTY STAR (Liberty Maritime), Au­ gust 25 — Chairman J. Adaire, Secretary V. Sanchez Jr., Educational Director J. Hipolito, Deck Delegate Willie Chestnut, Engine Delegate Louis Mullet, Steward METEOR (lOM), August 19 — Chairman Bruce Gordon, Secretary L. Sykes, Educa­ tional Director J. Yarber, Engine Delegate Robert Muscato, Steward Delegate Victorino Lacayo. Chairman reported cap­ tain thanked crew for job well done. Educa­ tional director urged everyone to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. MOKU PAHU(Pacific Gulf Marine), Au­ gust 18 — Chairman D. Ticer Jr., Secre­ tary J. Pratt. Educational director said anyone who has not upgraded at Lundeberg School should do so as soon as possible. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew thanked galley gang for good cookouts and good food. NEDLLOYD HUDSON (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 18 — Chairman John Neff, Secretary R.G. Connolly. Treasurer re­ ported $330 in movie fund. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward dele­ gates. Crew thanked steward department for good work. Next port: Boston. Continued on page 20 �; a- SEAFARERS LOG 20 Ships Digest! if^- Continttedfrom page 19 NEDLLOYD HUDSON{Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 25 — Chairman F. Goathe, Secretary William Williams, Deck Dele­ gate E. Scroggins, Engine Delegate Don­ ald Cox, Steward Delegate Lionell Dunkins. Chairman commended crewmembers scheduled to sign off in Houston. Educational director advised eveiyone to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. ' :^i '• L-!' NEWARK BA Y (Sea-Land Service), Au­ gust 4 — Chairman Jessie Foster, Secre­ tary Robert A. Miller, Engine Delegate Sinclair Wilcox. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. .f •'• '• .. V • "ic • V i • . •' •' • i? ' •.,.' *•" Mi-::- ^^W\-:: ^ WM : W. Lindsey. Ship received coffee makers, curtains and videotape rewinder. Chairman distributed benefits booklets. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $50 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Next port: Honolulu. SEA-LAND CONSUMER{Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 25 — Chairman W. Mortier, Secretary M. Fields, Educational Director W. Lindsey. Chairman advised members to take day off when scheduled. Educa­ tional director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND DEFENDER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 5 — Chairman John Al- Secretary C.M. Modellas, Educational Di­ rector David A. Kopp, Deck Delegate Ed­ ward F. O'Brien, Engine Delegate Rodney Pontiflet. Chairman announced payoff. He advised members to support SPAD, upgrade at Lundeberg School and read Seafarers LOG. He thanked crew for separating plastic. Secretaiy noted smooth sailing, good crew and officers. Deck dele­ gate reported disputed OT. Steward dele­ gate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine delegate. Crew thanked galley gang. Next port: Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND INTEGRITY{Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 25 — Chairman Norberto Prats, Secretary Pedro Sellan, Deck Dele­ gate Carlos Irizarry, Engine Delegate L. Time Out Aboard the UitraMar CM!CHAMPION (OMI Corp.), August 11 — Chairman Joe Giudice, Secretary Paul Burke, Educational Director D. Beeman, Deck Delegate Ken Hallman, Stew­ ard Delegate Ralph Edmonds. Chairman asked contracts department to investigate foreign nationals working as cleaning crew aboard vessel. Secretary thanked contracts department for job well done. Educational director encouraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Engine delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by. deck or steward delegates. Next port: Singapore. OMI HUDSON (OMI Corp.), August 19 — Chairman Calvin Miles, Secretary Albert Coles, Educational Director M. Williams, Chief Steward R. Poovey (left) andhis wife. Sue,pose with Bosun B. Baker aboard Engine Delegate D. Campos. No beefs or the UitraMar. disputed OT reported. Ship receiving new TV August 27 in Houston. Crewmembers participating in weekly safety meetings. amar. Educational Director Rolando Shaw. Chairman reported smooth sailing. Next port: New York. Gnmans, Deck Delegate David Hood, En­ No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gine Delegate Joaquin Miller. Secretary gave vote of thanks to steward department. OMI SACRAMENTO{OMI Corp.), Au­ noted good trip, thanked crew for keeping gust 25 — Chairman Ray Gorju, Secretary SEA-LAND MARINER{Sea-Land Ser­ quarters clean. No beefs or disputed OT. R. Cavalcanti, Educational Director U.R. vice), August 30 — Chairman A.R. McCCrew asked contracts department to con­ Limon, Engine Delegate Janies Long, ree. Secretary P. Lopez, Educational sider several motions. Crew thanked LOG Steward Delegate Ambrosio Fachini. Director M.E. Sabin, Deck Delegate J. staff for keeping members well-informed. Chairman urged members to upgrade at Noble, Engine Delegate G. Speckman, Next port: Oakland, Calif. Lundeberg School. Educational director Steward Delegate F. Sison. Chairman urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg SEA-LAND DISCOVERY{Sea-Land Ser­ stressed punctuality. Educational director School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. vice), August 15 — Chainnan Peter Vic­ urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg Crew thanked chairman for use of VCR. tor, Secretary Jose Colls, Deck Delegate School. Steward delegate reported disputed Peter Orischack, Engine Delegate Benja­ OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by OVERSEAS OHIO (Maritime Overseas), min Magliano, Steward Delegate Diego deck or engine delegates. August 16 — Chairman J.L. Carter; Secre-'Hatch. Chairman reported beef. Treasurer tary E. Gray Sr., Educational Director S. SEA-LAND NA VIGATOR (Sea-Land Ser­ reported $300 in ship's fund. Deck and en­ Wilkinson. Chairman thanked union for vice), August 14 — Chairman Errol Pak, gine delegates rejiorted beefs. No beefs or having West Coast patrolmen meet vessel Secretary Joseph Freeman, Educational disputed OT reported by steward depart­ in various ports to t^e care of business. Ed­ Director W. Stevens, Deck Delegate Bill ment. Crew needs VCR and second wash­ ucational director said union needs more Mullins, Engine Delegate Ted Carter. ing machine. Crew noted rats on board. qualified men to man newer vessels; there­ Chairman noted.smooth trip. No beefs or Next port: Seattle. fore, members should upgrade at disputed OT reported. Next port: Oakland, Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed SEA-LAND EXPEDITION {Sea -Land Calif. OT reported. Crew extended vote of thanks Service), August 25 — Chairman P. Floto galley gang. SEA-LAND PACIFIC{Sea-Land Ser­ res, Secretary E. Vazquez. Chairman vice), August 25 — Chairman B.T. noted everything running smoothly. No OVERSEAS VIVIAN{Maritime Over­ O'Hanlon, Secretary S. Amper, Educa­ beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew seas), August 11 — Chairman Terry tional Director M. Phillips, Deck Delegate thanked galley gang for good work. Thomas, Secretary T. Wybo, Engine Dele­ J.R. Tdurt, Engine Delegate S. Al-nsiqib, gate K. Hardin. Chairman thanked deck SEA-LAND EXPLORER{Sea-Land Ser­ Steward Delegate John Bulawan. No department. Educational director urged vice), August 18 — Chairman Ted beefs or disputed OT reported. members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Tolentino, Secretaiy S. Ghani, Educa­ Crewmembers extended special vote of Engine and steward delegates reported tional Director Billy Waddell, Deck Dele­ thanks to galley gang for consistently good beefs. No beefs or disputed OT reported by food, gate Larry Thompson, Engine Delegate deck delegate. Crew thanked steward de­ Theodore Hawkins, Steward Delegate partment for disposing of rotten foreign SEA-LAND PERFORMANCE (SeaRuben Casin Jr. Chairman noted good meats. Next port: Philadelphia, Pa. Land Service), August 18 — Chairman crew and smooth trip, commended galley Robert Newby, Secretary E. Porter, Edu­ gang for excellent meals. Educational direc­ RALEIGH BA Y(Sea-Land Service), Au- , cational Director D. Johnson, Engine Dele­ tor urged members to upgrade at gust 22 — Chairman Carlton Hall, Secre­ gate Philip Pardovich. No beefs or Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed tary J. Speliek, Steward Delegate Franklin disputed OT reported. Crew thanked stew­ OT reported. Next port: Oakland, Calif. Cordero. Chairman thanked steward de­ ard department. partment and urged members to upgrade at SEA-LAND EXPRESS {Sea-Land Ser­ Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed SEA-LAND PRODUCER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 18 — Chairman J. Ard, Sec­ OT reported. vice), August 10 — Chairman Jack Ed­ retary J.Johnson. Chairman thanked crew wards, Secretary C. McMahon, for keeping ship clean. Engine delegate re­ SEA-LAND ACHIEVER {Sea-Land Ser­ Educational Director W. Drummond, ported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed vice), August 26 — Chairman James Deck Delegate William Haynie, Steward OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Davis, Secretary Louis Pion, Deck Dele­ Delegate David West. Chairman an­ Crew asked contracts department for clarifi­ gate L. Pelletiere, Engine Delegate J. nounced payoff. Treasurer reported $35 in cation on launch service. Pazos, Steward Delegate D. Rodriguez. ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ Deck and engine delegates reported dis­ ported. Crew requested exercise equip­ SEA-LAND FREEDOM{Sea-Land Ser­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ment, washer and diyer. Next port: vice), August 10 — Chairman K. Me ported by steward delegate. Crew asked Oakland, Calif. Gregor, Secretary S. Call; Educational Di­ contracts department for clarifications on rector L. Papa, Deck Delegate P. Bean. several items. Crew said proper sanitation SEA-LAND RELIANCE (Sea-Land Ser­ Treasurer reported $134 in ship's fund. No lacking in mess hall. vice), August 20 — Chairman R. McGbeefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: onagle. Secret^ W. Lombard, Yokohama. SEA-LAND CONSUMER{Sea-Land Ser­ Educational Director S. Hardin, Deck Del­ vice), August 4 — Chairman W. Mortier, SEA-LAND HAWAII{Sea-Land Service), egate Larry Long, Engine Delegate Her­ Secretary M. Fields, Educational Director August 4 — Chairman John T. Emrich, man Tomboc. Chairman reported smooth trip, reminded everyone to separate plastic. Educational director urged members to up­ grade at Lundeberg School and donate to SPAD' Chairman reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by delegates. Ship needs refrigerators for rooms. Crew thanked steward department. Next port: Tacoma. Wash. SEA-LAND SPIRIT(Sea-Land Service), August 18 — Chairman John Schoenstein, Secretary Steve Apodaca, Educational Di­ rector C. Henley, Deck Delegate Jim Rader, Engine Delegate Tony Jones, Stew­ ard Delegate J. Jackson. Treasurer re­ ported $328.80 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. Next port: Hono­ lulu. STONEWALL JACKSON{Waterman Steamship), August 25 — Chairman Ray Brown, Secretary A. Piazza, Educational Director Irwin J. Rousseau, Engine Dele­ gate Lonnie Hargesheimer. Ship has not received any recent communications from union. Educational director encouraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Newport News, Va. THOMPSON PASS (lOM), August 4 — Chairman Mark Davies, Secretary G.F. Thomas, Educational Director J.F. Walker. Chairman announced payoff. Edu­ cational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward dele­ gates. Crew noted many repairs needed. Next port: Portland, Ore. USNS SEAUFT ARABIAN SEA (IMC), August 28 — Chairman T. Koebel, Secre­ tary Will Simmons, Educational Director Allen Hooper, Deck Delegate Jerry Parrenas, Engine Delegate Charles Sandino. Chairman requested members not wear tank tops in messhall during meal time. Pumpman stressed importance of cargo watch-standers familiarizing them­ selves with emergency shutdown procedure for pumps. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked contracts department to provide for emergency and sick leave for permanent shipboard personnel. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done de­ spite lack of stores. USNS CHAUVENET{Mar Ship Opera­ tors), August 6 — Chairman Jeff Paul Focardi, Secretary June Pertusini, Educa­ tional Director Al Mates, Deck Delegate George Dehlmar, Engine Delegate Tony Estes, Steward Delegate Americus Bell. Treasurer reported $855 in ship's fund. With master's approval, $5(X) will be do­ nated to family of deceased crewmember OS Trezzvant Hopson Jr. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Chairman read letter from headquarters. USNS DESTEIGUER (Mar Ship Opera­ tors), August 4 — Chairman Robert Crosby, Secretary J. Zurich, Educational Director J. Kerstein, Deck Delegate Steve Hansford. Educational director handed out information packets he collected at Seattle benefits conference, which he described as very informative. Steward delegate re­ ported beef. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck or engine delegates. Deck gang thanked Seattle patrolman for help with previous OT beefs. Crew thanked steward department. Crew received 96 per­ cent rating on standard of performance dur­ ing last MSC inspection, also received 94 percent in sanitary inspection. USNS SEAUFT PACIFIC (IMC), Au­ gust 13 — Chairman Fred Gongora, Secre­ tary M. Guevara, Deck Delegate Frank Reynolds. Steward Delegate Sam Gordon. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked Chief Steward Marco Guevara for good work. USNS WYMAN (Mar Ship Operators), August 18 — Chairman C. Larry Winstead, Secretary W. Marchman, Educational Di­ rector C. McCoy, Engine Delegate Steven Cortez, Steward Delegate Joseph J. Gallo Jr. Educational director said Lundeberg School dates would be posted on bulletin board. No beefs or disputed OT reported; Continued on page 24 �NOmBCR 1991 Watch Part^ SHORT STORY w di,C/ii irciri;iier^ BY AB LARRY REINER "Now if that ain't a name for ya!" snorted "Chopper." Gal Detmer, the other able bod­ ied seaman on the watch, shook his head as he tossed the new ordinary seaman's papers back upon the top bunk. "So help me—I knowed he was one the minute I laid eyes on 'im." Chopper finished his coffee, wip­ ing his mouth with the back of his wrist. "Weil, well. . . we'll see about this." Cal walked back to their little wooden table, picked up the coffee pot and poured himself and Chop­ per another cup. "Oy... oy Oyving Cohen is it?" He lifted his mug in a mock toast to their new watch partner. "May your stay aboard be short and miserable." Rain whipped horizontally across the flooded decks of the SIS Iron Maker. The idled shore gang crowding the inside passageways kept up a roar of shouting and laughter. "HEY. . . Hey keep it down! There's guys off watch trying to get some shut-eye!" Irv Cohen pulled off his hooded rain jacket as he entered the house and made his way past the crap shooters bunched around the open watertight door. He had been standing in the rain on gangway watch for the past two hours. It was time to put up fresh coffee and call his relief. The sullen faces of the offended longshoremen didn't bother him. nor their jibes—^he elbowed way through the narrow passage­ way. "When did they start lettin' punk kids play sailor?" one of the men challenged him, purposely blocking the aisle. "Get out of my way." Irv tried to step around the big grinning man who stood between him and the companionway leading up to the galley. "Say please, little fella!" "Okay... please." The ordinary stood waiting for the man to move aside. "Now say pretty please!" The passageway exploded in mirth and cat calls. "Give it to 'im Joe!" "Punch 'im out!" "MAKE HIM EAT IT!" "TOSS THE LITTLE S.O.B. OVER HERE!" "What the hell's goin' on!" Cal put down his empty glass and slipped into his shoes. "Must be a fight!" Chopper headed for the door. "Let's go see!" "TAKE HIS GLASSES OFF!" one of the longshoremen was yell­ ing as the two AB's reached the scene. Cohen's arms were locked be­ hind his back by one of the three men holding him. Big Joe, his tor­ mentor, snatched off his glasses and slapped his face again. A few more crewmembers Seafarer Reiner Pursues Second Career AB Larry Reiner has made a second career writing about seamen and life in the merchant ma­ rine. The SIU member draws from his 40 years of experience as a merchant mariner, mostly aboard tankers. He became a fhll book member of the SIU in 1951. Reiner published his first novel. Minute of Silence, last year. He is presently at work on a novel about a captain on a mari­ time prepositioning ship — but continues to sail — and to write short stories. The photo of the author, at left, was taken aboard the 1st Lt. Baldomero Lopez earlier this year. What Others Are Saying About Minute of Siience "More than a powerful sea story; timely, important" — "Larry Reiner captures with authenticity the language and action of the men of the sea" — "This is a book that needs to be read by everyone concerned with or affected by the tanker business" — "This is a powerful tale" — .a novel that I couldn't put down!!!" fiiM SIIENCE LARRY REINER — "Would make a great movie!" These are just a few of the reactions to Larry Reiner's first novel. Minute of Silence. This 268-page action-packed drama is available in hardback for $18.95 from Integra Press, 1702 W. Camelback Road, Suite 119, Phoe­ nix, Ariz. 85015. Shipping costs will be paid by the publishing company on books ordered before the end of December. The author will be happy to autograph books purchased by SIU members and pensioners, unless he is at sea. opened their doors to see what was happening—they watched in si­ lence. "Now, you gonna' sass me again or you gonna' say pretty please. Sir?" "COWARD!" the ordinary hurled the insult as he struggled to break away. "Last chance. Say it! 'PRETTY PLEASE, SIR' or this time I'll bust yer stinkin' face!" The longshore­ man slowly made a fist. For an answer the young sea­ man spit a mixture of blood and saliva at the stevedore's face. "LEAVE GO A 'IM!" Chopper shouted without quite knowing why. The longshoreman turned his head—^his arm still poised to throw the punch. "HIT 'IM AN' I'LL BREAK YA IN HALF!" Few men had a voice like Ed Marzuk's and fewer still the size to back it. The AB was in his late forties, 6'5" and 320 pounds. Black haired and dark complexioned; his craggy face jutted from a bull-like neck. He had a little flab around the mid­ dle, but his arms and shoulders were like an Olympic weight lifter's. Marzuk was nicknamed during Prohibition—he had been one of A1 Capone's trusted body­ guards. It wasn't a threat—it was a guar­ antee, and the bully knew it. He lowered his clenched fist, wiped at his spit-fouled face with his sleeve and dropped the ordinary's glasses on the rain jacket that lay on the deck in front of him. "OKAY GANG! LET'S GO!" the longshoremen's straw boss stuck his head in the passageway, "IT'S LETTING' UP!" Cohen picked up his twisted glasses and his rain jacket as the shore gang started past him on their way back out on deck. "Thanks!" the young ordinaiy looked at the two AB's on his watch. Chopper shrugged his big shoulders and nodded at the skinny seaman. He looked at the other AB in a half-apologetic way and started back to their fo'c'sle. Cal followed him into the room, shaking his head. "Shut up. . . " Chopper poured himself and Cal another cup of cof­ fee —then held up the pot as the ordinary entered. "How about it there. . ." He motioned to the clean mug sitting on the table. ".. . watch partner?" © 1991 by Larry Reiner • 7;"-: '' I . .7 V SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT FOR MCS-PMA SUPPLEMENTARY PENSION TRUST FUNDS This is a summary of the annual report of the MCS-PMA Supplementary Pension Trust Fund EIN-51-6097856 for the year ended December 31, 1990. The annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). Basic Financial Statement Benefits under the Plan are provided by the Trust; Plan expenses were $1,454,881. These expenses included $186,077 in adminis­ trative expenses, and $1,268,804 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. A total of 2,117 persons were participants in or beneficiaries of the Plan at the end of the Plan year, although not all of these persons had yet earned the right to receive benefits. The value of Plan assets after subtracting liabilities of the Plan, was $11,157,431 as of December 31, 1990, compared to $11,338,447 as of January 1, 1990. During the Plan year, the Plan experienced a (decrease) in its net assets of ($181,016). This decrease includes unrealized appreciation in the value of the Plan assets; that is, the difference between the current value of assets at the beginning of the year plus the cost of any assets acquired during the year, less the current value of assets at the end of the year. The Plan had total income of $1,273,865 including employer contributions of $600,223, loss of ($43,230) from the sale of assets, and earnings from investments of $716,872. Minimum Funding standards •.g- a: i •'M •' 'f'•>•}• '• •v:: t-' I.. An actuary's statement shows that enough money was contributed to the Plan to keep it funded in accordance with the minimum funding standards of ERISA. Your Rights to Additional Information You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. An accountant's report, 2. Assets held for investment, 3. Actuarial information regarding the funding of the Plan, 4. Service provider and Trustee information. To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, wfite or call the office of Nicholas J. Marrone, who is the Plan Administrator, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746, (301) 899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $3.00 for the full annual report, or $.10 per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive from the Plan Administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the Plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the Plan Administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the Plan at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure, Room N4677, Pension and Weltoe Benefit Programs, Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20216. •7 :.\V . "v.- •V , y' '-m- �SEAFUIERS LOG 22 K•. m-- .." 'i !••.•• 1 'k: J---. . kr:; Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters Dis­ trict makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The con­ stitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretaiy^-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, makes examina­ tion each year of the finances of the Union and reports fiilly their find­ ings and recommendations. Mem­ bers of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recom­ mendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are adminis­ tered in accordance with die provisions of various trust fund agreements. All diese agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representa­ tives and their alternates. All expen­ ditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and se­ niority are protected exclusively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are losted and available in all Union ha Is. If members believe there have been viola­ tions of their shippii shipping or seniority rights as contained iin the contracts between the Union and the employ­ ers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus Red Campbell, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as re-' ferred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Ap­ peals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as fil­ ing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contrac­ tual rights properly, they should con­ tact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individ­ ual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been re­ affirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsi­ bility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this re­ sponsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU un­ less an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such pay­ ment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an of­ ficial receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time a member feels any other mem­ ber or officer is attempting to de­ prive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately no­ tify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in em­ ployment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Con­ sequently, no member may be dis­ criminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geo­ graphic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION— SPAD. SPAD is a separate segre­ gated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes in­ cluding, but not limited to, further­ ing the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and fur­ thering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boat­ men and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contri­ bution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the mem­ ber should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate ac­ tion and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to irotect and further his economic, poitical and social interests, and American trade union concepts. f If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional ri^t of access to Union records or infor­ mation, he should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. SUMMARYANNUAL REPORT FOR SEAFARERS VACAWN FUND This is a summary of the annual report of the Seafarers Vacation Fund EIN 13-5602047 for the year ended December 31,1990. The annual report has been filed with, the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). The Trust has committed itself to pay claims incurred under the terms of the Plan. Basic Financial Statement The value of Plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the Plan, was a deficit ($555,599) as of December 31, 1990, compared to a deficit of ($2,051,767) as of January 1, 1990. During the Plan year, the Plan expenenced an increase in its net assets of $1,496,168. During the Plan year, the Plan had total income of $36,887,988, including employer contributions of $36,261,148; earnings from investments of $494,957 and other income of $131,883. Plan expenses were $35,391,820. These expenses included $3,442,015 in administrative expenses, $29,652,533 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries, and $2,297,272 in other expenses (payroll taxes on vacation benefits). Your Rights to Additional information You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. An accountant's report, 2. Assets held for investment, 3. Service provider and trustee information. To obtain a copy of the fiill annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of Nicholas J. Marrone, who is the Plan Administrator, 5201 Auth Way,Camp Springs, MD 20746, (301) 899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $1.60 for the fiill aimual report, or $.10 per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive from the Plan Administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the Plan and Accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the Plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the Plan Administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the Plan located at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746, (301) 899-0675, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment Dying costs. Requests to the Department of Labor should be addressed to Public Disclosure, Room N4677, Pension and Welfare Benefit Programs, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20216. app'y 1992 Scholarships avaiWIe to SEAFARERS A their dependents For further information, see an SIU official at any union hall—or contact the Scholarship Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. DEADLINE •APRIL 15 • '. �mm NOmBER 1991 The Seafarer by Thurston John Lewis I have turned many a wheel On many a mighty sea Stranded on foreign field There was no home for me. I have sailed in war and peace Two ships blasted high; But whatever the cost, whatever is lost I must sail beneath the sky. I have been offered shore jobs Pushing a pencil or pen And I've considered taking them But the sea would always win. T m not a romantic fellow To go off in ecstasy At the sight of a moon that's mellow On the blue of the Caribee. I long for a house and a wife and a child And / love my country free But the sea is something wide and wild And it's always calling me. (This poem was first published in the LOG many years ago when Thurston Lewis still went down to the sea in ships. It was published in the Arkansas Democrat last year and won the Golden Poet's award in Sacramento. Brother Lewis is now retired in Arkadelphia, Arkansas.) LOG-A-RHYTHMS Going to sea evokes many different feel­ ings; among them, pride, loneliijess, love, fear, courage, adventure. The poems on this page, written by Seafarers, pensioners and members of their families, reflect some of these thoughts and emotions. Symphony of Power Where be the young man who goes to sea, for he does not come around anymore. Nor wave nor whale calls to him nor any distant shore. •; Oh he has turned his eye to the shore and alas has forsaken the call. The call that at one time could certainly harken to all. And the ships sail short of a good young man for he no longer comes to the hall. Many years have passed and his family has grown and his thoughts turn to when he was young. Of a less humdrum life before he had taken a wife and a time before her name touched his tongue. Of a time when the sea broke over the bow and he would stand in its lee. Of a sweet time past in his youth before he had forsaken the sea. The sights, the sound, the living ship all these images burst forth in his mind. It was then that tears filled his eyes as he recalled the life he had left behind. by William David Kirby Then his warm recollections of his own youth were broken when his young son cried. Sitting here in the crows nest, the sea pounding there below. Now many a year has passed and the son has The urge to leave this lofty perch grown to be his father's pride. The Merchant Marine keeps tugging at my toe. It was a truly great day when this dad and his son by Charlie M. Helton I've seen these waters move stood so very tall. from mountains into dells, We leave family and friends to travel the sea, And a special smile and a tear graced the dad's face and T ve rode these seven seas A brave gang of professionals, that's who we be. as he saw his son enter the hiring hall. through seven kinds of hells. Crewed our ships to move our forces. Always in my mind, I think, As the mate plots and plans our various courses. (Russ Levin sails as a marine electronics technician the big one's on its way. No matter where, no matter when. and is on staff at the Lundeberg School.) The one we're always looking for, We travel the globe to the very end. each foggy night, and day. Some voyages seem long with restless days. The unknown keeps the spice alive, But we go about our work in subtle ways. to gamble one more fight. Evety member assigned a particular task. The challenge to compete again, From engineroom bilge, to the top of the mast. with Mother Nature's Might. Nothing's more amazing than this large mass in motion. Cyclonic winds are howling now, From dock, to channel, to open ocean. and lightning streaks the sky. Crossing date lines and time zones we venture on. The seas are growing higher still, A Hula's Choreography Knowing we're one day closer to home. with heaves that never die. by Christopher Robert Chubb Takes a special kind of people to sail the sea. The fiothing sea that follows us, And that's the kind of people we choose to be. There they went, Hotel Street is twinkling in the night. I did. Her wildest fury yet unspent, .Very seldom talked about, and rarely seen. is quite a lovely sight. We, the sea travelers, called.. The Merchant Marine. There they returned from with complaints, Waikiki geared: Men would never let her woo them, the greatest power alive. Expensive women 1 ^ (Charlie Helton sails as an engineer/utility, most recently If something deep inside them feared Too many shops a aboard the S/S Wright. He wrote this poem during Opera­ they never would survive. touristy. tion Desert Shield while on the Red Sea.) It's always been that way I guess. I was thirsty. She'll plant her hearty seed. Spring Fed Stream Then search among us mortals Intervalling short Watetfalls till she satisfies her need. The Sailor's Wife Kind affection I marvel at the splendor • Rainbows... several, above, just my area. by Emily A. Larson she invites me to each time. Non story rain My husband is a sailing man. After quite a few years Her tune's always enchanting, Clean unhumid jungle life we still hold hands. and her melody sublime. Towering palms He's quiet, gentle and very kind, with a sweet smile Celestial bells are ringing now Short bushes and ferns arid a very sharp mind. to a strange and lofty note. Innocent skin; Her music's of some nether world, Our life has been spent mostly apart. wide white lei, revealing girl. in a symphony afloat. It truly is hard on my heart. We had a whirl. Nowhere else on all the earth, But I love him more than anyone knows. I also found... Her is there a greater scene. So I accept his trade and reply, "So it goes." I found clean spring fed to dn'nk of. Flutes, and pipes, and magic harps , I found the other things I thirsted for. I treasure the time we do have together, in her lullaby serene. dreading times when it's sailing weather. We showered in intervalling pools under Here I sit above it all, waterfalls where we swam and affectioned to I worry about him losing his life. looking down upon her stage. eyes, the rainbows, after cool, safe rains, . These lakes have storms and that's hard on a wife. Entranced by every violent move, provided by jungle life of all good plants given But he is a sailor of most lakes and seas. excited by her rage. by the girl of soft breasts. Home for three months, then gone with the breeze. It was rest. No other man can take his place, (William David Kirby—whose I found.. HAWAII. so I'll stay alone, until I see his face. pseudonym is Stephen Nathaniel Wilkerson—sails out of the port of (Brother Chubb sails as a steward assistant, most re­ Norfolk, most recently as an AB (Emily A. Larson is the wife of SlU member David V. cently aboard the USNS Silas Bent.) aboard the Sea-Land Caribbean.) Larson, wheelsman on the Kinsman Enterprise.) • •. J,. • • • if;Mm vX'ir, •;?4 ..a -•if: • l.K' :I •ft • iV •r X •. I,!".-' V . 't. - • y. '•'M •••^^ 'Iff i '-•It • • I'i. ,• 1 f; ' •. m i ' ' V"" •' •"I"' '1' imp �m. ;#£.0 saFutas 106 24 f.-.; \ f-.p',: ' Ships Digests ., rvv,^; ;' . ; .J ' Continued from page 20 Crew asked contracts department to investi­ gate why company was not fulfilling mini­ mum contract food requirements. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. '?'- " " {!;• rv::;, •; IV/?/G«r(AMSEA), August 29 — Chair­ man Don Yockey, Secretary Ivan Salis, Educational Director Phil Parent, Engine Delegate Walter Sargent, Steward Dele­ gate Ronnie Hail. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and read Seafarers LOG. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department. AMBASSADOR (Crowley Caribbean Transport), September 21 — Chairman Leon Jekot, Secretary Milton Yournett, Deck Delegate C. Cepeda, Engine Dele­ gate P. Patricca, Steward Delegate John Willis. Chairman announced payoff. Secre­ tary encouraged SPAD donations. Educa­ tional director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted unsafe conditions in port of Everglade. AMERICAN CORMORANnPacifK 1; I".'' ''^'V. •. -y'-'S" Gulf Marine), September 2 — Chairman V. Hueiett, Secretaiy D. Goggins. Chairman announced he received responses from headquarters. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang, including Jerome Grimes and Jim Guthrie. CHARLES L. 0/?OWAf(Transoceanic Cable), September 30 — Chairman J. Har­ rington, Secretary D. Wilson, Educational Director W. Carrol, Deck Delegate Wil­ liam Rackley, Engine Delegate Daniel Wise. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman noted he had forms for holiday greetings to appear in Seafarers LOG. CAPE HORN (lOM), September 8 — Chairman Paul Domes, Secretary W. Perry, Educational Director C. Kranciso, Deck Delegate S. Del, Engine Delegate S. Brooks, Steward Delegate Donald L. Huff­ man. Deck and engine delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by steward delegate. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. CAPE MENDOCINO (OMl Corp.), S^tember 29 — Chairman M. St. Angelo, Secretary Steven R. Hamilton, Educa­ tional Director Jeff McCranie, Deck Dele­ gate Jessie Mixon, Steward Delegate John Collins. Chairman reminded crew to sepa­ rate plastics. He announced payoff and layup. He thanked crew for donations for AB A. Murray and Oiler James McGonigal, who recently lost family members.. Donations exceeded $1,400. Educational di­ rector urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Engine delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward depart­ ment, including Chief Steward Steve Ham- Opening the Valves AB Roberto Diaz checks the water valve operation during a fireboat drill on board the Sea-Land Expedition. , -j ilton. AB Geo Dean Sr. reminded crew to have respect for those who are sleeping. He also noted importance of reading Seafarers LOG. Next port: Norfolk, Va. CONSTELLATION(Maersk), September 16 — Chairman Thomas Atwell, Secretary M. Pabon, Deck Delegate Leo Zukowski, Engine Delegate J. Cronan, Steward Dele­ gate C. Dominguez. Deck delegate re­ ported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. GAL VESTON BA Y (Sea-Land Service), September 8 — Chairman David Manson, Secretary R. Hicks, Educational Director Michael Kovach. Chairman announced payoff. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Crew thanked gal ley gang for good food. GOLDEN ENDEA VOR (American Mari­ time Transport), September 8 — Chairman Luke Wells, Secretary F. Bishop. Educa­ tional director stressed importance of up­ grading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. GOLDEN ENDEA VOR (American Mari­ time Transport), September 29 — Chair­ man Luke Wells, Secretary F. Bishop, Educational Director A. Hickman. Chair­ man announced payoff. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lun­ deberg School. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Ice machine needs repair. Crew thanked steward department for good work. GREEN VALLEY (Waterman Steamship), September 15 — Chairman A. Mack, Sec­ retary C. Scott, Educational Director K. Jordan. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Chairman thanked all hands for good trip. FRANCES HAMMER (Ocean Shipholding), September 9 — Chairman Richard Wilson, Secretary G. Melvin, Educational Director T. Jacobsen, Deck Delegate Wil­ liam Galloway, Engine Delegate G. DeMetropoulos. Steward Delegate T. Gonzales. Deck and engine delegates re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward delegate. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. JULIUS HAMMER (Ocean Shipholding), September 29 — Chairman Walter Petty, Deck Delegate John Rawley, Steward Del­ egate D. Kinard. No beefs or disputed OT reported. HUMACAO (Puerto Rico Marine), Sep­ tember 1 — Chairman L. f^odrigues. Sec­ retary H. Galicki, Educational Director W. Turner, Deck Delegate B. Fountain, En­ gine Delegate J. Harris, Steward Delegate D. Harrera. Chairman announced payoff. He reminded members about importance of SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. INGER(Sea Lift), September 8 — Chair­ man S. Jandora, Secretary W. Lau. Chair­ man announced payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked stew­ ard department. ITB BALTIMORE (Sheridan Transporta­ tion), September 1 — Chairman Don Plummer. Secretary Andrew Hagan, Educational Director P. Honeycutt, Deck Delegate Joe Caruso, Engine Delegate Carlos Bonefonte, Steward Delegate Nel­ son Morales. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew thanked steward department for barbeques. ITB NEW YORK (Sheridan Transporta­ tion), September 28 — Chairman S. Pinkham, Secretary Kris Hopkins, Educa­ tional Director R. McKinzie, Deck Dele­ gate Edward Luzier, Engine Delegate Luis Pagan, Steward Delegate Sylvester Gause. Chairman advised members to at­ tend benefits conferences. He encouraged members to read Seafarers LOG and fill out Christmas message forms. Educational di­ rector urged members to up^de at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman thanked ABs Ed Luzier and Jim Thorton for their work. He thanked Chief Cook Sly Gause for his ef­ forts. Crew thanked Chief Steward K. Hop­ kins for making this feel like a real SIU ship. Fireboat Drill at Sea ITB PHILADELPHIA (Sheridan Transpor tation), September 3 — Chairman V.T. Nielsen, Secretary J.P. Emidy, Educa­ tional Director J.R. Carnell, Deck Dele­ gate John Wolfe, Steward Delegate A. Banky III. Chairman reported everything running smoothly. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crewmembers discussed importance of SPAD. Crew thanked galley gang for fine meals and service. Next port: New York. LAKE(AMSEA), September 15 — Chair­ man Jack C. Cooper. Chairman thanked all hands for jobs well done. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SAM LA£/D (American Steamship), Sep­ tember 30.— Chairman William Mulcahy, Secretary John Cull, Deck Delegate How­ ard Herold, Steward Delegate Roy Calo. Chairman reported quality and quantity of food aboard has improved greatly since last meeting. Crew thanked steward department for great job. Crew discussed importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School and impor­ tance of SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew requested radio antenna system be installed, as captain no longer al­ lows single strand wires to be placed out of portholes. Crew asked that sign be posted in Great Lakes hiring halls advising mem­ bers to be mindful of proper way to dispose of aerosol cans (not in regular burnable trash). LIBERTY SEA (Liberty Maritime), Sep­ tember 23 — Chairman W. Davis, Secre­ tary P. Crum, Deck Delegate R. Lopez, Engine Delegate J. Bell, Steward Delegate S. Daranda. Chairman reported everything running smoothly, gave vote of thanks to all departments. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Norfolk, Va. LNG GEMINI(ETC), September 8 — Chairman R. Schwarz, Secretary R. Adams. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for good work and pool parties. LNG LEO (ETC), September 8 — Chair­ man J. Garner, Secretary L. Achmad, Ed­ ucational Director David Terry, Deck Delegate G. Holland, Steward Delegate K. Greenidge. Chairman reported smooth sail­ ing. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. LNG TAURUS (ETC), September 8 — Chairman Luther Myrex, Secretary Doyle E. Cornelius, Educational Director Mark Freeman, Deck Delegate Terry Hill, En­ gine Delegate Richard Robertson, Stew­ ard Delegate Martin Buck. Chairman stressed importance of upgrading at undeberg School, also noted educational classes offered at Piney Point. Secretary asked crewmembers to keep videotapes in ibrary. Educational director asked mem­ bers to cooperate in keeping lounge and rooms clean. Treasurer reported $385 in ship's fund and nine refrigerators in sys­ tem. No beefs or disputed OT reported Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. LNG VIRGO (ETC), September 1 — Chairman Carlos Pineda, Secretary Rob­ ert Forshee, Deck Delegate David CenI ofanti. Engine Delegate 1. Salomons, Steward Delegate Ronald E. Auhuchon. Chairman reported smooth sailing, thanked all hands for cooperation. He urged mem}ers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Trea­ surer reported $560 in ship's fund. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew was reminded to log in and out when going ashore. R.G. MATTHEISON, (Ocean Shiphold­ ing), September 1 — Chairman James ilartin. Secretary M. Abdelfattah, Educa­ tional Director Donald Leight, Deck Dele­ gate Marc Taylor, Engine Delegate M. 'ennell. Steward Delegate Arturo Nelson. Chairman encouraged crew to upgrade at Limdeberg School. Educational director also encouraged members to upgrade. Trea­ surer reported $48 in ship's fund. No beefs On board the Sea-Land Expedition, OMU Jose Villot and AB Carlos Gar­ cia participate in a fireboat drill. or disputed OT reported. MV RANGER (Wulcan Carriers), Septem­ ber 8 — Chairman L. Manry, Secretary R. Linasan, Educational Director M. Vacca, Deck Delegate Ernest Ford, Engine Dele­ gate Ray Harrison, Steward Delegate Jo­ anne Knight. Chairman announced payoff. Educational director urged members to up­ grade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crewmembers were asked to bring local newspapers when sign­ ing on. Next port: Singapore. MV RANGER (Vulcan Carriers), Septem­ ber 15 — Chairman Larry Manry, Secre­ tary R. Linasan, Educational Director M. Vacca, Deck Delegate Ernest Ford, En­ gine Delegate Ray Harrison, Steward Del­ egate Joanne Knight. Crew asked for more copies of Seafarers LOG. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported that $100 ship's fund was in safe that was stolen by pirates in Singapore. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew warned other vessels to beware of pirates along Singa­ pore straits. Next port: Korea. MV RANGER (Vulcan Carriers), Septem­ ber 29 — Chairman L. Manry, Secretary R. Linasan. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Ice machine still needs repair. NEDLLOYD HUDSON (Sea Land Ser­ vice), September 15 — Chairman John Neff, Secretary Steven Parker, Deck Dele­ gate T. Joon, Steward Delegate T. McN­ eills. Chairman reminded members to keep rooms clean and go through department channels when handling beefs. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $540 in movie fund. Steward delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Crew extended vote of thanks to steward department for lOO percent improvement of meals, service and menus. Next port: Nor­ folk, Va. OMl DYNACHEM(OMl Corp.), Septem­ ber 1 — Chairman Larry Kunc, Secretary Steven Wagner, Deck Delegate Terry Thomas, Engine Delegate Robert Pritchett, Steward Delegate James Hat­ field. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. OMl HUDSON (Om Corp.), September 15 — Chairman Calvin Miles, Secretary M. Flores. Chairman announced payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for good meals throughout long voyage. OMl SACRAMENTO (OMl Corp.), Sep­ tember 23 — Chaimian Ray Gorju, Secretapr R. Cavalcanti, Educational Director Vincent Limon. Chairman reminded mem­ bers to upgrade at Lundeberg School and donate to SPAD. Educational director noted importance of upgrading. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Norfolk, Va. "r �tsgssiasssai^^ • . - ARTURO AGUILAR Pensioner Arturo Aguilar, 69, passed away August 20. Bom in San Antonio, Texas, he joined the SIU in 1958 in the port of Houston. Brother Agui­ lar shipped in the steward de­ partment. He began receiving his pension in December 1988. He also sierved in the Navy from 1942 to 1945. BONIFACIO ALMASCO Bonifacio Almasco, 69, died August 27. He was bom in the Philip­ pine Is­ lands and joined the Seafarers in 1975 in the port of New York. Brother Almasco sailed in the deck department. He was an active member at the time of his death. EVANGELOS BOUBOULINIS Pensioner Evangelos Bouboulinis, 83, recently passed away. A native of Greece, he joined the union in 1956 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Bouboulinis shipped in the deck department. He retired in Febmary 1971. JAMES T. BRENNAN James T. Brennan, 64, died August 13. He was bom in New York and joined the SIU in 1957 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Brennan up­ graded to chief steward in 1985 and also served in the Army from 1947 to 1948. He last shipped in 1986. ANDRECARVALHO Pensioner Andre Carvalho, 87, passed away October 6. The Por­ tugal native joined the union in 1949 in the port of New Yoric. Brother Carvalho sailed as a member of the galley gang. He retired in October 1%8. AH SHEU CHEN Pensioner Ah Sheu Chen, 71, died Sep­ tember 18. Bom in China, he joined the Sea­ farers in 1957 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Chen shipped in the steward depart­ ment and in 1960 received a safety award for work on board the Kyska. He retired in De­ cember 1975. GEORGE COLAR Pensioner George Colar, 66, died April 1 due to a gunshot wound to the head. He joined the union in 1955 in his native New Orleans and shipped in the steward department. Brother Colar retired in Decem­ ber 1982. He also served in the Army from 1943 until 1946. FRANCISCO COSTA Pensioner Francisco Costa, 91, passed away Oc­ tober 3. Bom in Spain, he joined the SIU in 1955 in the port of New York. Brother Costa sailed in the steward de­ partment. He began receiving his pension in March 1977. JIMMIE DALE Pensioner Jimmie Dale, 76, died August 26: A native of the Philippines, he joined the Sea­ farers in 1967 in the port of New York. Brother Dale sailed in the deck department, and he also served in the Army from 1942 until 1945. He retired in November 1985. THOMAS DANBECK Thomas Danbeck, 59, passed away October 6. He joined the union in 1956 iri his native New York. Brother Danbeck shipped in both the deck and steward departments. He last sailed in 1989. ALLEN ELLIS Pensioner Allen Ellis, 77, died Sep­ tember 3. He was bom in Florida and in 1939 became a charter member when he joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore. Brother Ellis shipped in the black-gang. He began collecting his pension in February 1979. DAVID GIBSON David Gibson, 43, re­ cently passed away. He joined the union in 1967 in his native Mobile, Ala. Brother Gibson shipped in both the deck and engine departments, and he upgraded frequently. He was an active member at the time of his death. SAM HARDIN Sam Hardin, 51, passed away Sep­ tember 2. He was bom in Arkansas and in 1968 joined the SIU in the port of New York. Brother Hardin shipped in the engine department. He served in the Marine Corps from 1962 until 1964. He was an active mem­ ber at the time of his death. •v.. ' ROBERT HAMMAN Robert Hamman, 35, died May 27 due to heart complications. The native of Baltimore gradua­ ted from the Lundeberg School in 1981 and first shipped on the LNG Leo. An Army vet­ eran, he sailed in the deck de­ partment. Brother Hamman was an active member at the time of his death. EDWARD INGEBRIGHTSEN Edward Ingebrightsen, 63, died July 23. Bom in Glad­ stone, Mich., he joined the union in 1975 in Yokahama, Japan. Brother Ingebrightsen sailed in both the deck and steward departments, and he also served in the Army from 1946 to 1947. He was an active member at the time of his death. MICHAEL KOVENZ Pensioner Michael Kovenz, 72, passed away Au­ gust 30. A native of Bill­ ings, Mont., he joined the Sea­ farers in 1962 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Kovenz shipped in the black-gang. He retired in May 1988. HOSEAMcBRIDE Pensioner Hosea McBride, 70, died Septem­ ber 4. He was bom in Char­ lotte, N.C. and in 1955 joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore. Brother McBride sailed in the steward department. He began receiving his pension in De­ cember 1986. ERNEST NEWHALL Pensioner Emest Newhall, 75, suf­ fered a fatal stroke Septem­ ber 24. The Massachusetts native joined the union in 1953 in the port of New York. Brother Newhall sailed in the steward department, and he also served in the Army from 1943 to 1945. He retired in February 1983. EDUARDO PADILLA Eduardo Padilla, 50, died Septem­ ber 11. He was bom in Puerto Rico and in 1971 joined the SIU in the portofNew York. Brother ^ Padilla sailed in the steward and engine departments, and he upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School. He last shipped in April 1990. shipped in the steward depart­ ment. He served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. He retired in March 1987. ALTON REALS Pensioner Alton Beals, 75, passed away Deptember 5. Bom in North Carolina, he joined the union in 1961 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. Boatman Beals shipped as a mate. He retired in Febmary 1981. CHARLIE RANSOM Charlie Ransom, 64, passed away March 5. The Ala­ bama na­ tive joined the Seafarers in 1968 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Ransom sailed in the black-gang and in 1977 he up­ graded at the Lundeberg School. He also served in the Army from 1946 until 1958. Brother Ransom last sailed in 1986. JOHN C. MORAN John C. Moran, 66, passed away November 28,1990. He was bom in Barth, Miss, and in 1963 joined the union in the port of New Orleans. Boatman Moran shipped in the deck de­ partment. He served in the Army from 1943 to 1945 and again from 1951 until 1954. He last sailed in 1978. 'R:- V' -.I-; JOSEPH SURWILA Joseph Surwila, 61, passed away Sep­ tember 21. Bom in Boston, he joined the union in 1969 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Boatman Surwila shipped in the deck depart­ ment; he also served in the Navy from 1944 to 1966. He last sailed in 1987. WILLIE TURNER Pensioner Willie Tumer, 78, died August 14. He was bom in Arkan­ sas and in 1961 joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in the port of San Francisco, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Tumer began collect­ ing his pension in December 1978. .'HRRR:;: IS.'- BENJAMIN PRUITT Pensioner Benjamin Pmitt, 77, suffered a fatal heart attack Au^ gust 19. A native of Coal Run, Ky., he joined the Seafarers in 1961 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Boatman Pmitt sailed in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in April 1977. JOSVALDO TROCHE Osvaldo Troche, 48, passed away Au­ gust 30. A native of Puerto Rico, he joined the Seafarers in 1969 in the port of New York. Brother Troche sailed in the engine de­ partment and in 1978 upgraded to QMED. He last shipped in 1982. X'-i'- Jit • S W JOHNTRAWKA Pensioner John Trawka, 67, died August 13 as a re­ sult of cancer. He joined the union in 1971 in his native Philadelphia. Boatman Trawka shipped in the deck department He served in the Army from 1943 until 1945. He began re­ ceiving his pension in June 1986. INLAND LEROYBENOIT Pensioner Leroy Benoit, 65, died Septem­ ber 2. He was bom in Gum Cove, La. and in 1967 joined the union in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. Boatman Benoit sailed as a tankerman, and he also served in the Navy from 1942 until 1950. He began receiving his pension in March 1988. JOHN FORTENBERRY Pensioner John Fortenberry, 66, passed , away Au­ gust 30. A native of Missis­ sippi, he joined the Seafarers in 1978 in the port of New Or­ leans. Boatman Fortenberry • J. •I.' •• • V.;:. ; ;V.-' • -1$ ' ••-ir GREAT LAKES WARREN RICHLEY Pensioner Warren Richley, 76, died October 6. He joined the Seafarers in 1954 in his native Eiberta, Mich. Brother Richley sailed in the black-gang. He retired in Feb­ ruary 1975. W- RAILROAD MARINE ;-• ROCCO RIZZO Pensioner Rocco Rizzo, 81, passed away September 13. He joined the union in 1960 in his native New York. Boatman Rizzo sailed in the deck depart­ ment. He retired in July 1970. -•V.R �-,vv A .: • :• SSAFARBKS m 26 Lundeberg School Graduates Eight Classes • : •; • llSfrv •Hv- ' ^: . ,• Sa'H -v.: ! 'i u :4 .> r. Trainee Lifeboat Class 481—Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 481 are (from left, kneeling) Alex Busby, Yaser Mawari, Lance Sholes, Derrick Garror, Randall Corey, David Superson, (second row) Ben Cusic (instructor). Derrick Payton, James Duffy, John Sumlin, Jon Bolton, Andrew Rasmussen, Brandon Purcell, Jesse Sargent, Gregory Carroll, (third row) Rodney Irons, Jonathan James, Kendal Taylor, Bob Jennette, Paul Flaherty, Steven Meridith, Scott Walton and Thomas Ragler. ' IE. r'tis' • ^5' '•>•.1, '1/ •i,-' I..;- rf^:; Trainee Lifeboat Class 482—-Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat class 482 are (from left, kneeling) James Mohrmann, Tim Lowe, Tony Wiggins, Zenia Thomas, Gary White, Bert Herhman, (second row) Efrem Scott, Raymond Kolonias, Charles Lang, Martin Knezevich, Vilma Valentin, Johnny Billiot, Tim Greenawalt, Anthony Hickman, Arthur Patterson, (third row) Jim Brown (instructor), James Doyle, Draten Hanna, Dave Hamilton, (fourth row) Bryan Honeycutt, Monty Hernandez, Jeff Thurman, James Henley and Keith Warde. :- MM::'-'- ? ^ - .'Ci \.V Pumproom Maintenance and Operations—Completing the course of instruction in pumproom maintenance and operations are (from left, kneeling) Kevin Wray, C. Suazo, Jorge Bonelli, (second row) Jim Copeland, Robert Benson, Charles Mispagel, Bobby Spence, (third row) Hugh McAllister, Charles Betz, Dave Vargo, Tom Hogan and Randall Story. • .,;_!^ ^ Refrigeration Class—Receiving their certificates of course completion are (from left, front row) Eric Malzkuhn (instructor), John Wong, Kevin Wray, John Penrose, James Weismore, Wayne Gonsalyes, (second row) Robert Stancavage, Bob Hamil, Donald Morgan, Randall Story, Rick Stewart, (third row) James Brock, E.A. Richman and John Copeland. mw• 'i \ • {'I;?.- aic i>S'' iVM? •,' 'Hi7» •" TiV m •'• Upgraders Lifeboat—Certificates of training were received by the Septem­ ber 24 class of upgraders. They are (from left, kneeling) Alejandro Martinez, Bennie Jones, Jenny Marquis, Florencia, Farquhar, Steven Bird, Calvin Jaurhett, Michael Perez, (second row) Ben Cusic (instructor), Marco Maffioli, Don Graves, Elizabeth Tramontane, McKinley Jones Jr., R.T. Seim and Gustau Ossorio. Fireman, Oiler, Watertender—Working their way up the engine department ratings are (from left, kneeling) Kay Small, Daniel Costodio, Jesus Pilare, Eric Smith, Amos Myers, Charles Scott, Douglas DeMonte, (second row) Robert Bentley, Leonel Lazo, Kim Janics, Eric McKinney, Antonio Reese, Andrea Simmons, Anthony Cassell, Orlando Reveron Sr., Erik Doyle, Mark Perry, (third row) Peter Littman, Daniel Pounds, Evan Sounders, Mike Webster, Richard Raulerson, John Lancy, David White, Stanley Golden, Yul Vanterpool, Ricardo Ramirez, Bruce Barber, Eron Hall and J.C. Wiegman (instructor). Upgraders Lifeboat—Receiving their lifeboat training certificates on October 8 are (from left, kneeling) John Hora Jr., Nelson Poe, Kevin Hill, Ricky Ferguson, David Shaw, John Fergusori, Mark Nonnam^er, (second row) Ivan Rakyta Jr., C.A. Warren, Jeffrey Swain, Phillip Johnson, Richard Feague, Steve Pate and Jake Karaczynski (instructor). Sealifl Operations—Completing the sealift course are (from left, kneeling) Sonny Moe, Susan Taylor, Jesus Pilare, Kay Small, Randall Ellison, Eugene Beverly, (second row) Alex Rilejo, Christina Adolpho, Jose Rodriguez, Samuel Reese, Eugene Kyzar, Ervin Bronstein (third row) Harry Berggren, Evan Souders, Anthony Heinoldt, Harry McCleug, Stanley Gordon and Tom Gilliam (instructor). V'S:-:. •ijd:: •i lu <J,i. It' eaiiiitBuiL^jgiyHg �• " " .'.' p!r NOmUR 1991 1991-92 vpoRunmrnMsaimu 4 > - • jv. (City) (State) V ' . f February 28 May 8 With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. RATING DATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE _L (Area Code) • No Home Port. I am interested in (he following course(s) checked below or indicated here if not listed Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held • Yes GNo Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? If yes, which program: from Last grade of school completed. DATE- SIGNATURE. DepartmenL Seniority to (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? • Yes • NO If yes, course(s) taken Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? • Yes • No If yes, how many weeks have you completed? Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement? • Yes • No Firefighting: • Yes • No CPR: • Yes • No Date available for training — Primary lanjguage spoken January 6 March 16 '''' Book #_ Social Security #_ • Yes All open-endcdl (riMntal^ admissions <dlice for starting da^) SHISS College Pngnm Schedule M inULL8-w Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. U.S. Citizen: f The following courses are available through the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. Please contact the admissions office if you are interested in attending. Check-in Completion ; Course ^ Date Date l.- Mo./Day/Year ' f'fe • 1991-92 AdaH Education Schedule High School Equivalency (GED) Adult Basic Education (ABE) EngBsh as a Second ]LaiDgua^;(j^L) Telephone^ kk CtMiqdetion Check-in jDate Date • •• ; - .<5 January 6 March 27 May 11 July 31 QMED-Any Rating Fehruai^ 28 January 20 Flreman/Watertender andJllilier: April24 March 16 June 19 May 11 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class. February 14 January 6 "•3 Pumproom Maintenance & Operations May 11 June 19 Marine Electrical Maintenance January 6 February 21 May 8 March 16 Assistant Engineer (Deep Sea & inland) March 2 May 8 February 14 Refrigeration Maintenance & January 6 ^Operations All students in the Engine Department will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. Date of Birth. (Zip Code) January 27 Course (Street) . Date;^ '•/-y'y fT . UPGRADIMe AmtaTHM Address- hbrchao May 4 March 2 • yingine Upgnding^^^O^ Completion Chedk-In Date Date March 6 March 2 May 1 April 27 course must be taken. (Middle) Comiiietlen 5;'' Oil 50 0>me (First) Check-in Date Check-In Cmnidetion ••'•'•yyfzyyjyj.,, , , "Date Course Date Assistant Codkj Codk and Baker, All open-ended (conhut admisshais Chief Cook, CMef Steward office for starting dates) Upon completion, all students will take a Sealift FamiliariTXttipn class. ^ -.i" (Last) — —— — '• Slmml Upgnding Com§s Completioii Courae Pate . Able Seamah February 28 AprU 24 June 19 V r . All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Tifeboatman December 9 December 20 January 6 January 17 January 20 January 31 February 3 February 14 February 17 February 28 March 2 March 13 March 16 March 27 March 30 April 10 ^ April 13 April 24 April 27 May 8 May 11 May 22 May 25 June 12 Ship Handling December 2 December 13 January 27 February 7 March 2 March 13 May 15 May 4 Radar Observer Unlimited December 16 December 20 January 20 January 24 March 16 March 20 May 18 May 22 Celestial Navigation February 10 March 6 -V:S«SS April 6 May 1 • •Vff'*'?-' ' January 6 April 17 Third Mate May4 August 14 . :;>-SteEsi Liinited Mates License January 27 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must be taken. ' ^ ifankennan November II December <» ^^ ^ March 16 April 10 Name- •"•t|y • '• Cmrst! Bosun RecertiflraflkMi Steward Rectification Cbedt'ln Pate January 20 MarchTO Course Oil SpUl Prevention & Cont^ment (1 week) Upon completion, the Sealift Operations t •/''''Vv'"'''•:U-;^"V M^00oii Prognms The following is the current course schedule for December 1991-May 1992 at the Seaf^ers Harry ILundeberg School of Seamanship. All programs; are geared to improve job skills of SI U members and to promote the American maritime industry. may change to reflect the membership's and industry's heeds as well as the national emef;gency mobilization in the Persian Gulf, Ihtk Upgndmg Comn ' ' ^- '.-• :;g,;-.:; ^A;,,•'• •. mr^: < '. DECK AB/Sealift 1st Class Pilot Third Mate Radar Observer Unlimited Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland n Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course • • • • • ENGINE • FOWT • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) • Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor G Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems Q Automation • Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding • Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) • 3 • • • ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Adult Basic Education (ABE) High School Equivalency Program (GED) Developmental Studies (DVS) English as a Second Language (ESL) ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility • Cook and Baker • Chief Cook • Chief Steward • Towboat Inland Cook COLLEGE PROGRAM • Associates in Arts Degree • Certificate Programs Transportatioa will he paid in accordance with the fcbeduling letter only If you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questioas, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO; Seafaiers Hairy Lundeberg Upgrading Center. P.O. Box 73. Piney Point. MD. 20674 11/91 J •.M �: -• S'S;3;.w:-v;- •• :-#"/!•-I ; • • •U-r: Mi- mrmB' SEAmiCEMCS Giude to 1992 Luiideb0l^ School Courses '•-.'-ji.'i-. November 1991 Volume 53, Number 11 A brief description of all the upgrading courses to be offered at the Lundeberg School in 1992 as well as a course schedule can be found in this month's Special Supplement. ij.'- Aquarius Crew Rescues Six In Heavy South China Seas :.h • -(. M:- :iK m;iE^: iw 'S'v.- Ml m: K>' j;^.;V p-;::v Seafarers aboard the LNG Aquarius helped rescue six crewmembers from a sinking Pan­ amanian-flag vessel the night of September 21,50 miles off the east coast of Taiwan. Coordinating the rescue which included three other vessels, the Aquarius overcame 40-knot winds and eight- to 10-meter seas during the operation. AH 17 crewmembers from the Panama­ nian Marine Future were saved, with the MV Primo picking up 10 people, the Aquarius collecting six and the MV Novalis rescuing one who was separated from the others. SIU members aboard the Aquarius, which is operated by En­ ergy Transportation Corp., during the rescue were: Bosun Tom Brooks; ABs Mi. Chester, Woody Shelton, J. Rhodes, Jeff Amendolia, F. Volger and L. Lehner; OSs G. Gildersleeve Jr., Angel Reyes and Scott Langlois; QMEDs W. Fey, V. Larimer and D. Busby; SAs J. Walsh, C. Cur-, tis and K. Mageed; and Chief Cook H. Daniels. Second mate Larry Dickens re­ ported the events in a letter to the Seafarers LOG. Weather Worsens During daylight on September 21, the weather deteriorated as the Aquarius approached from the south of Taiwan. By nightfall, a small typhoon near that area caused rough seas and high winds. Around 10 p.m., the Aquarius picked up a Mayday call from the Marine Future. The Marine Future, 20 miles south of the Aquarius, was carrying a load of logs. When the cargo shifted in the severe weather, water poured through two The National Center for Miss­ ing and Exploited Children has asked the membership of the SIU to help locate Crystal Marie Hud­ son. Crystal Marie Hudson of the holds. The Novalis and Primo also re­ sponded to the Mayday, and shortly thereafter another ship. Sincere No. 8, joined tl^rescue effort. ^ On the Aquarius, searchlights on both bridge wings and on the bow were rigged and manned, and off-duty crew came out to help on deck. Bosun Brooks, Gildersleeve, Langlois and Reyes had been working late performing mainte­ nance, but they suddenly had new duties. One OS was assigned look­ out duty on the bridge wing, while Brooks and the others gathered equipment for the rescue. Cargo nets, rope Jacobs ladders, extra life rings and heavy lines were brought to both gangways. The Aquarius sighted the Ma­ rine Future from about 16 miles. Though the 90-meter Panamanian vessel was bsdly listing and her main deck was awash, the emer­ gency diesel generator kept the deck lights alive. When the Aquarius reached the scene, crewmembers spotted two lights several ship lengths from the Marine Future. As a flare was shot from one of the lights, Aquarius crewmembers were hopeful these were lifeboats or life rafts. Since it was first on the scene, the Aquarius was designated the On Scene Rescue Coordinator. The vessel maneuvered to make a pass near the first light, which tumed out to be a life raft. But despite the 29,000 shaft horsepower of the engine's full astem bell, high winds prevented the Aquarius from slowing suffi­ ciently as the raft drifted beyond the stem. Eventually it was the Primo which maneuvered through The 17-year-old was last seen March 7, 1990 at approximately 2:00 p.m. on Highway 159 in Jen­ nie, Ark. She is considered an en­ dangered mnaway. The young woman has brown hair and green eyes. At the time of her disappearance, she was 5 ft. 3 in. tall and weighed 145 lbs. She has fair complexion with freckles. An identifying mark is a birthmark on her hip. She was last seen wear­ ing a pink and white T-shirt, white jogging pants and brown leather boat shoes. Anyone having information should contact The National Cen­ ter for Missing and Exploited Chil­ dren at (800) 843-5678 or the Chicot County (Arkansas) Sheriff's Office Missing Person's Unit at (501) 265-5372. floating logs and debris and put a line on the raft, at 11 p.m. Ten crewmembers were rescued shortly afterwards. With those 10 safely on board, the Aquarius tumed her attention to the second light. (At that time Sincere No. 8 had to break off from the effort, as that vessel could not navigate tightly through the rough seas.) The second light proved to be a rigid lifeboat. Shortly before 1 a.m. the Aquarius pulled alongside and AB Shelton got a line on it by throwing a life ring with a line at­ tached. Once the line was secured, Aquarius crewmembers worked the lifeboat down the starboard side. Handling of the engine aided in bringing the lifeboat beneath the gangway. Tied off with safety lines and belts, and working under extreme conditions, Langlois and Reyes were at the bottom of the accom­ modation ladder assisting men as they came off the rope Jacobs lad­ der. There were several tense mo­ ments for Langlois, Reyes and the survivors, as the ladder was inun­ dated by wash from the sea. It took three minutes to get the six survivors on board, though it seemed like an etemity, Dickens reported in a letter to the Seafarers LOG. No one needed medical at­ tention. Ninety minutes later the Novalis reported the rescue of the 17th and final crewmember, who was ex­ hausted but safe. His life preserver light had saved his life. Dickens and Captain J.J. Donahue both noted the critical importance of the use of lights and reflective tape. If it hadn't been for the survivors' use of lights and re­ flective tape on both craft,"we most likely would have never found any of them until daylight, which was six hours away," Dick­ ens noted. "By then they all would have drifted well away from the scene." Donahue commended all hands on the Aquarius, and he also gave special recognition to Langlois and Reyes. They were "working under extreme conditions" and are "de­ serving of high praise and com­ mendation, " Donahue reported. Ambassador Saves Five Refugees The SlU-crewed Ambassador rescued five Cuban refugees north of Cuba September 22. The refugees, all male, had been clinging to a frail, homemade raft while trying to reach the United States. They were weary but un­ harmed after the Ambassador's rescue. AB Larry Garvin sighted a flashing light used by the Cubans, and the rescue took place shortly afterward with no complications. Steward/Baker Milton Yournett prepared a meal and blankets for the refugees. Youmett also com­ municated in Spanish to the Cu­ bans, informing them they were in good hands. "The looks of relief and grate­ fulness when they came on board the Ambassador is tough to de­ scribe," Bosun Leon Jekot said in a letter to the Seafarers LOG. "It felt good to do some good for our fellow man." Jekot said the rescue made him appreciate being a U.S. citizen. "To see people put themselves in such a position at the mercy of the sea, with all the hazards, shows that people will do just about any­ thing to come to the United States," he said. "They want an opportunity to make their lives better, and sometimes we seem to forget what we as Americans have. - "No matter how bad we may think things sometimes are, it AB Ben Bess, Bosun Leon Jekot and Steward/Baker Milton Yournett pose with the five rescued Cuban refugees. seems to be better than other coun­ tries. I think it boils down to just having a chance to make one's life better." SIU members aboard the Ambfissador during the rescue were Jekot, Garvin, Youmett, ABs B. Bess, C. Cepada, J. Violante, S. Lunas and T. Driggers, OSs A. Llorente and L. Rollins, QMEDs M. Duckworth, P. Patrick and J. Jourdan, QERM J. Dellinger, DEU P. Mathison, Wiper A. Pillot, SB G. Murray and GSU B, Wright. The Ambassador is operated by Crowley Caribbean Transport. mm � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource November 1991 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES SIU URGES GAMBLING FOR U.S. CRUISE SHIPS AT LONG LAST, A MEMORIAL TO U.S. SEAMEN ‘WORKER TAX’ PLAN IGNITES BOATMAN’S PROTEST SIU PUSHES EXTENSION OF U.S. LABOR LAWS TO RUNAWAY SHIPS ALASKAN OIL DEVELOPMENT TO BE DEBATED IN SENATE BUY/SHIP AMERICAN PROVISION ON HOLD AS HOUSE VOTES DOWN FOREIGN AID BILL WORLD MINIMUM PAY FOR EXPLOITED SEAMEN GOES UP FROM $286 PER MONTH TO $335 SEAFARERS SCHOOL ADVOCATES OIL SPILL TRAINING FOR ALL HANDS BURNING FISHING VESSEL CREW RESCUED BY VIRGINIA SANDS TEXAS GOVERNOR RICHARDS CALLS FOR STRONG U.S.-FLAG SHIPPING LUNDEBERG SCHOOL TAKES SAFETY COURSE TO RIVERBOATS NATIONAL MEMORIAL PAYS TRIBUTE TO AMERICAN SEAMEN THE ROBIN MOOR WENT DOWN 50 YEARS AGO SEAFARER STIRS FIGHT ON ‘WORKER TAX’ MSC PACIFIC FLEET SUBIC BAY OPERATIONS IN LIMBO AFTER PHILLIPPINE SENATE VOTE SEAFAERS SUPPORT EDWARDS IN LOUISINA’S GOVERNOR ELECTION SCHEDULE HECTIC FOR SEA-LAND CHALLENGER CREW DECKHANDS KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR THE UNEXPECTED ON TUG UTAH SEAFARERS JOIN IN MOBILE AFL-CIO RALLY BENEFITS SESSION HELD IN JACKSONVILLE; SAN JUAN IS NEXT SEAFARER PROSPECTS FOR GOLD WATCH PARTNERS A SHORT STORY BY AB LARRY REINER AQUARIUS CREW RESCUES SIX IN HEAVY SOUTH CHINA SEAS AMBASSADOR SAVES FIVE REFUGEES Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 11/01/1991 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 53, No. 11 1991 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/7014dcacc6cf998714c4566bbc8aad95.PDF 021e13ecd8d9d8eef1841f36513fd3ab PDF Text Text $eo$OM'$ cAeetiMes SEAEmmts Volume 53, Number 12 • • '-y •::. December 1991 SIU Sues to End Tax on Seamen (Ai/on Asks Court to Void Reueniw Schane Page 3 r: MTD Scores Bush Policies Page 15 MeaM Gaie Tops AFL-OOA^ida - Page 5 Sacco Is Elected As AFL-aO V.P. • >1" • • ,'V '• •v„. Page 3 I • 'K •. Pensioners to Get $500 Year-End Bonus Page 2 The 'Charlie Brown' to the Rescue When an undersea cable capable of carrying 40,000 phone calls at one time went on the blink, the Charles L. Brown was dispatched immediately to complete the necessary repairs. Chief Steward Donna DeCesare describes the AT&T cable ship's mission. Page 8. SuuuMry Plan Descriiitlon of Great Lakes Tug ft Dredge Pension Fund Page 29 -Pi. -i-k/ • . . ' • . Si- A '-i .' - i -• • •) \i •' '- 1 '^V-;, • I .V .vS-! ',t ••: y - i' • • .'V^ ::f' �. •- v;-, V/-. SEUARms m "•" h'm- • •. t. i • •• President's Report SIU Pensioners Wiii Get The Tax on Seamen and the Coast Guard j^Year-f Elsewhere in this edition Seafarers will read of the union's action in seeking a court order to end the so-called user fee which the U.S. gov­ ernment plans to charge merchant seamen for the issuance and processing of documents and licenses. Because the U.S. Coast Guard had been assigned the task of working out the details of raising funds through the levying of a fee for so-called services, it is necessary for the union to name the Coast Guard, and the Department of Transportation of which it is a part, in its lawsuit which seeks to block the implementation of a charge to mariners for obtaining their seamen's papers and licenses. Aside from that legal technicality, it should be clear Michael Sacco to all that we have no beef with the Coast Guard di­ rectly in this matter. The agency simply is carrying out orders and its staff is doing the best they can with the assignment they got. • • -r. :i:': '''i.. ":V!,?:;,' ?&••' V'"": ^ ^ <j> Taking Stock of the Candidates As the 1992 elections fast approach, there are signs that the Ameri­ can people are beginning to take a hard look at what our elected offi­ cials—starting with the president—have been able to deliver in recent years. The pollsters are busy sounding out the sentiments of the na­ tion's citizenry and they have found that Americans are looking beyond all the pap and glitz which the administration has been peddling with regard to the state of the economy, the condition of the cities, the qual­ ity of the educational system, the adequacy of health care and the rest of the issues which are the basis of our daily lives. The polls are showing increasingly that Americans are not all that crazy about the job the president has been doing and that the rosy pic­ ture the White House has been painting rapidly is crashing down. For ourselves, we have to take a hard look at each and every elected . official. We must survey the field of candidates for every post and view to what extent the aspirants see the role of American shipping in our economy and national security. We are going to have to examine their records in this regard. We have to find out what their attitudes are about the future of the American merchant marine and see if they un­ derstand the important contribution American shipping has made to the nation's success as a world power. We also are going to do our utmost to bring to the candidates' attention the importance of U.S. shipping in order to avoid the disastrous course pursued by the Carter, Reagan and Bush administrations in regard to the American maritime industry. Under the previous two administrations and the Bush presidency, we have heard a great deal of talk about so-called free markets, a philoso­ phy which has not kept America very solid. In each of these administrations, talk was cheap when it came to the American merchant marine but action was hard to come by. We have come to expect little more than platitudes on one day of the year— Maritime Day—from our chief of state. Meanwhile, the American flag is disappearing from the high seas, and the nation's economic strength has been sapped while foreign interests are buying a bigger share of the U.S. pie. As Seafarers, we always have recognized the importance of securing our interests in the political field. Over the course of the next few months we will be examining the records of those men who are cam­ paigning for the presidency of the United States. We will want to know where they stand as far as our industry is concerned and where they stand on behalf of American working people and their families. •!•'.. . ^ -IP''* •_ C' ' ^:-rj; ^ Being the Best •i- • :'i" •• 'V ^;V • . i •• '" •' We come to the year's end, and 1 want to wish all the members of the Seafarers International Union and their families the best for the holiday season and 1992. And on that note, I want to urge each and every one of our members to upgrade their ratings and improve their skills with the clear purpose of increasing their earning power. We want to continue to demonstrate that SlU-manned ships are crewed by the best trained and most alert seamen because it is increas­ ingly going to become a more competitive world out there. For exam­ ple, the seamen from the Soviet Union who had to work cheap under the Communists now will work even cheaper as they move to compete with flag-of-convepience fleets. The world's cheap labor supply will continue to allow vessel operators to run away from decent wages and working conditions. And as we fight to preserve and enhance the American-flag fleet, ex­ panding its share of cargo transported by water, it is important that we are as efficient and as competitive as we can be from the standpoint of skill and seamanship. On that note, any Seafarer with the appropriate seatime and other qualifications necessary to upgrade his or her rating should take advan­ tage of the opportunities offered by the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Educa­ tion in Piney Point, Maryland. I can think of no better New Year's res­ olution than that we all continue to maintain Seafarers as the best and most qualified seamen on the high seas. Eligible SIU pensioners will be receiving a year-end bonus check of $500 this month. The Seafarers Pension Plan Board of Trustees approved such a payment during a meeting in November after union representatives to the group rec­ ommended the special payment. The one-time extra cash pay­ ment will be sent to all Seafarer pensioners who have accrued 4,380 days of service and who have satisfied the requirements for normal, early normal and disabil­ ity pensions. The Board of Trustees, com­ posed of representatives from both the SIU and its contracted companies, decided to issue the bonus after a thorough study of the financial condition of the plan by an outside actuary, a financial professional who considers all ele­ ments of any decision a trust fund makes, calculating statistical risk and projecting into the future the ability to pay all obligations. For the eligible pensioners, the ' $500 bonus check will be one of three payments they will receive during the month of December from the Seafarers Pension Plan. The plan traditionally has sent December pension checks at the beginning of the month, while the January pension payments are is­ sued in the middle, of December to all pensioners. More information about the bo­ nus or the pension plan in general may be obtained by contacting any union hall or calling the orga­ nization at 1-800-CLAIMS4. Members and pensioners also may write the plan at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. tO' to- SAlt Volume S3, Number 12 December 1991 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Telephone (301) 8990675. Second-class postage paid at MSCI! Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. In compliance with the Statement of Ownership, Management and Circulation (required by 39 U.S.C. 3685), PS Form 3626, February 1989, the following information is published in the December 1991 edition of the Seafarers LOG: (The first number will reflect the average number of copies of each issue during the preceding 12 months; the number in parentheses will be the actual number of copies of single issues published nearest to the filing date.) Net press run—43,160 (41,794); mail subscription (paid or requested)—29,904 (30,006); other free copies—11,231 (9,763); total distribution—41,135 (39,769); copies not distributed (for office use) 2,025 (2,025); total-43,160 (41,794). Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith; Assistant Editor, Daniel Duncan; Associate Editors, Jordan Biscardo, Max Hall, Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene; Art, Bill Brower. �•••1' :Vf, DiCEMBEItmi ''•'Si •J: SIU Sues to Negate Tax on Seamen The Seafarers International Union has gone into federal court seeking to knock out a discriminatory tax the government is proposing to impose on merchant seamen. The SIU case, filed in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia early this month against the U.S. Coast Guard and Samuel Skinner (the head of its AFL-CIO Convention Elects Sacco to Vice Presidency 1. ^ J The AFL-CIO Convention named three new vice presidents and re-elected the federation's president and secretary-treasurer. They are (from left) James J. Norton of the Graphic Communications Union, Secretary-Treasurer Thomas R. Donahue, l\/lichael Sacco of the Seafarers, Jack Otero of the Transportation Communications Union and President Lane Kirkland. sM'"' ;>• I ' • -I'i" . •-> v' Seafarers International Union President Michael Sacco was elected a vice president of the AFL-GIO during the organiza­ tion's 19th biennial convention meeting in Detroit last month. The AFL-CIO is made up of 89 autono­ mous unions with a combined membership of 14 million workers. The convention delegates re­ elected Lane Kirkland to serve another term as the federation's president as well as returning Thomas R. Donahue to the post pf secretary-treasurer. Of the AFL-CIO vice presidents elected at the convention, three were new to the positions. In addi­ tion to Sacco, Jack Otero of the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement and the Transporta­ tion Communications Union and James J. Norton of the Graphic Communications Union became new AFL-CIO vice presidents. The convention re-elected 30 in­ cumbent vice presidents. The vacancies on the AFL-CIO Executive Council—which is comprised of the individuals serv­ ing as the federation's president, secretary-treasurer and vice presi­ dents—were created by the resig­ nations of three individuals who no longer serve their unions as elected presidents. Traditionally, AFL-CIO vice presidents are heads of their own unions. The AFL-CIO Executive Coun­ cil is the federation's highest deci­ sion-making body between the or­ ganization's biennial conventions. The council holds quarterly meet­ ings in any given year. parent agency—the Departrrient of Transportation), is asking for a set-aside of the government's proposed worker tax on American seamen. The tax, which the government refers to as a "user fee," is a charge the Coast Guard intends to levy on seamen and boatmen for their mer­ chant marine documents, certifi­ cates of registry and licenses. In filing the lawsuit, SIU Presi­ dent Michael Sacco said, "The proposed user fee is an abuse of all merchant seamen and we feel it is incumbent on us as a union organization representing their in­ terests to seek a correction of this clear discrimination." The SIU legal move is in opposi­ tion to proposed charges to be levied against seamen when they apply, test for and obtain any Coast-Guard issued document or license. The plan to attach a fee to z-cards and marine licenses came about through a 1990 budget bill passed by Congress and signed into law by the president which mandated that the Coast Guard collect monies for the services the agency renders. Nothing but a Tax In its court brief, the SIU pointed out that the user fee is in fact a tax on merchant seamen and boatmen for the privilege of going to work, the sole purpose of which is to raise revenues to reduce the federal budget deficit. In its plan to make seamen and boatmen pay for the documents and licenses which they are re­ quired to have in order to work aboard U.S.-flag vessels, "the Coast Guard considered both mer­ chant seamen's ability to pay for its proposed license and document fees and merchant seamen's an­ nual income in calculating these fees," said the SIU lawsuit. The SIU brief points out that "an agency cannot consider a service recipient's income or abil­ ity to pay for the service in calcu- CG Rules on Financial Responsibility Will Disrupt Waterborne Commerce, Warns U.S. Shipping Group The Transportation Institute has warned of dire consequenees if the U.S. Coast Guard's rulemak­ ing which .sets the terms of finan­ cial responsibility certificates re­ quired of vessel operators and owners by the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA 90) moves forward in its present state. The Institute sounded the alarm in testimony delivered to Congress by Jack Goldstein, president of OMI Cor­ poration, which operates a fleet pf , dry and liquid bulk carriers. Speaking before the Subcom­ mittee on Coast Guard and Navi­ gation of the House Merchant Ma­ rine and Fisheries Committee last month, Goldstein, who was ac­ companied by Transportation In­ stitute President James L. Henry, alerted the Congress to the poten­ tial grave impact the rule—if left as is—could have on the nation's economy, consumers and all in­ dustries dependent on raw materi­ als carried by ship or barge. Goldstein, pointed out that the proposed regulation, which was announced in late September in the Federal Register, "could result in serious disruptions in the waterborne transportation of oil and other commodities because vessel owners. . . will not be able to comply with the terms of the ru­ lemaking." Tough for Independents Additionally, in its testimony, the Institute, which represents more than 140 U.S.-flag vessel operators engaged in ocean-going, domestic and Great Lakes water- 'V- .li! borne transportation trades and which is dedicated to promoting the American shipping industry, noted that independent operators "will find it particularly difficult to comply with the requirements of the rulemaking if it is adopted as proposed." Under OPA 90, vessel owners and operators are required to show evidence of being able to pay and pay quickly for the costs associated with an oil spill. To this end, the law requires ship operators and owners to have cer­ tificates of financial responsibility. OPA 90, however, left it to the Coast Guard to fully define those certificates, allowing the agency to determine what constitutes proof that a vessel operator or owner Continued on page 5 lating and assessing a fee for that service, or else the agency's fee is rendered an unconstitutionally imposed tax." Additionally, the SIU brief states that the manner in which the Coast Guard arrived at the fees it proposes to charge mariners for the so-called cost to the agency of processing and issuing sea­ men's papers and marine licenses is riddled with inaccuracies, in­ consistencies and guesswork. Based on Flawed Surveys "In its haste to calculate and subject merchant seamen to the license and document fees, the Coast Guard based its user fee program cost assessment on the results of two dated and facially flawed surveys. . ." (The SIU ob­ tained copies of these studies through a Freedom of Information Act request seeking to determine how the agency had determined the cost of issuing z-cards and licenses.) The SIU court papers also dem­ onstrate the inconsistency of the Coast Guard's regulation insofar as matters pf public policy are concerned. The brief points out the agency on the one hand consid­ ered how the fees would affect merchant mariner rolls and how that would impact on public pol­ icy. On the other hand, the agency does not consider "the indepen­ dent public benefit which mer­ chant mariner seamen licensing and documenting historically has and currently does provide to the public," states the brief. Revenue Raising Scheme The proposed fee came about as a result of a move by Congress to balance the federal budget last year in its Omnibus Budget Rec­ onciliation Act of 1990. In quick and secretive last minute negotia­ tions, Congress included Coast Guard user fees in the budget bill as part of a scheme to offset the nation's huge deficit. The legisla­ tion reversed a century-old law which prohibited the government Continued on page 12 MTD Convention Coverage Delegates from 42 unions along with various port councils throughout the country met in convention under the i3anner of the AFL-CiO iMaritime Trades De­ partment last month. The trade unionists, who represent mari­ time workers and those employed in marine-related industries, acted on a range of issues which affect jNorking people and their fainUies. �SBUumsm • • ;• I,; ••:f-• v"-'- |-:-^.. • , \ • • ;;i;-'- • ^' • '.I i -•'. '. *" ' ' • " '. • VJ'' . -* ,. ';.' if-': - •' ,-A --.V • - '"'• • '?• •. ' House Panel Approves U.S Flag Shipboard Gambling A bill to allow gambling aboard U.S.-flag passenger ships passed the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee last month. The legislation has the strong sup­ port of the SIU and others in the U.S.-flag shipping industry be­ cause, if enacted, the measure could provide sufficient incentive for investment in American-flag passenger ships. The full House of Representatives is expected to take action on the bill—H.R. 3282—be­ fore adjourning for the December H.R. 3282 would allow U.S.flag cruise ships to offer regulated gambling on the high seas. Cur­ rently, two federal laws (the Gam­ bling Ship Act and the Johnson Act) prevent U.S.-flag cruise ves­ sels from offering gambling. Yet Senate Vote Stalletl on AMWR Oil Exploration Supporters of a comprehensive energy bill which includes explor­ atory oil drilling in the Arctic Na­ tional Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) will continue to press for the legis­ lation after a vote early last month was unable to prevent a filibuster on the legislation. On November 1, supporters of the bill fell 10 votes short of the 60 needed to stop an announced fili­ buster. (A filibuster is when one or more senators refuses to relinquish the floor to keep legislation from being introduced. Unlike the House of Representatives, the Sen­ ate permits unlimited debate unless 60 or more senators vote to restrict it, which is called cloture.) U.S.-flag shipping interests, in­ cluding the SIU, have been seeking an opening of ANWR to explora­ tion as the current supply of Alaska North Slope oil is dissipating. Limited to U.S. When Senator Bennett Johnston (D-La.), chairman of the Senate Energy Committee, introduced the bill earlier this year, he included ANWR exploration so the oil dis­ covered could raise revenues needed for energy efficiency pro­ grams. Environmentalists oppos­ ing the bill claimed the country needs to rhake itself less dependent on oil before considering ANWR exploration. President Bush has announced he would veto any en­ ergy bill that did not include ANWR oil. In Senate Energy Committee ac­ tion earlier this year, legislators ap- Nordic Countries Move to include Maritime in World Trade Talks * • •'"v-"' • •->• r.' ,•: «r ;•. -i-.'.. 's -4^ it' ••: >;• ^ foreign-flag ships are not subject to the same restrictions, though most of them sail from U.S. ports. The Bush administration, re­ versing its previous stance, has said it will support gambling on U.S.flag cruise ships on legitimate voy­ ages. A vessel would be prohibited from offering gambling unless it went to a foreign port or was on a voyage of more than 24 hours with With news articles reporting a possible breakthrough in the stalled world trade talks, four Nordic countries have submitted amend­ ments opening their domestic maritime routes to foreign coun­ tries—a move which is vigorously opposed by the U.iS. shipping community. Sweden offered the proposal that would affect its own water­ ways as well as those of Finland, Iceland and Norway early in No­ vember to remove barriers to ship­ ping. The SIU along with the U.S.-flag maritime industry strongly has pushed the Bush administration to keep maritime services out of the discussions on the General Agree­ ment on Tariffs and Trade (GATT). Should the Nordic proposal be ac­ cepted, the Jones Act—the 1920 federal law limiting commerce be­ tween two U.S. ports to U.S.-flag, U.S.-built vessels—would be en­ dangered. American shipping in­ terests maintain that any tinkering with maritime laws in GATT could create a national security problem as well as threaten existing promo­ tional programs and abolish cargo preference laws. The trade talks have been stalled for almost a year because the na­ tions of the European Community refused to compromise on agricul­ tural subsidies. However, as the Seafarers LOG goes to press, news reports indicate that an agreement is in the works and talks could be reopened in December. The present negotiations, known as the Uruguay Round, began in 1986 and wereexpected to be finished by 1990. GATT was created in 1948 to end discrimina­ tory trade practices and reduce trade barriers. The Uruguay Round talks in­ clude negotiations on agriculture, financial service, telecommunica­ tions and transportation, among others. A total of 102 nations sub­ scribe to GATT. proved a bill which limits ANWR oil to the domestic market only. This means only U.S.-flag tankers operating under the Jones Act would be eligible to transfer the crude from the Trans-Alaska pipe­ line to West Coast refineries. (The Jones Act, a 1920 federal law, lim­ its the movement of cargo between two American ports to U.S.-flag vessels only.) Decrease Dependence The administration and Con­ gress has been looking at ways to decrease America's foreign oil de­ pendence. Because oil in the Prudhoe Bay fields is being de­ pleted, the elected officials were looking to ANWR oil as a way to cut back on foreign oil as well as fill the void. The ANWR oil reserve is lo­ cated beneath the tundra east of the Prudhoe Bay fields in northern Alaska. It is estimated to possess up to 3.6 billion barrels of oil, one of the largest reservoirs in the U.S. A total of 1.5 million acres within the 19 million acre reserve would be used for oil exploration. While the Senate continues to work on a way to bring the measure to the floor, the House of Represen­ tatives is not expected to take any action until the Senate passes its bill. fArkH anH 2i11 nacGAn^Afo food and rnr^mc rooms fnr for all passengers. During its debate of the bill No­ vember 14, the House Merchant Marine Subcommittee opted not to prohibit foreign-flag vessels from offering so-called gambling cruises to nowhere as argued by Representative Gene Taylor (DMiss.). Presently, these ships leave U.S; ports, open their gambling fa­ cilities once the vessel has left U.S. territorial waters and then allow passengers to gamble for several hours before returning to the ports of embarkation. Americans Main Customers More than 85 percent of all cruise passengers worldwide are Americans, but only two of the more than 120 deep-draft cruise ships in the world fly the U.S. flag (the SlU-crewed Independence and Constitution). Further, the heart of the world cruise industry is in the U.S.—specifically south Florida, home port for dozens of cruise ships, none of them U.S.flag vessels. This problem exists largely be­ cause the Gambling Ship Act and the Johnson Act were enacted when transportation was the pri­ mary service of passenger ships. The concept of the cruise ship had not yet been developed, and ships which offered gambling on the high seas were little more than ca­ sino barges operated to evade state anti-gambling laws. SIU President Michael Sacco said in a thank-you letter to the 130-plus co-sponsors of H.R. 3282, "Passage of this bill will help promote thousands of new Ameri­ can jobs in shipyards and on board U.S. flag cruise ships." Sacco urged the continued support of this bill. Freak Storm Hits Lakes Halloween weekend, delaying upper Great Lakes traffic f^r aK alhourf No damaged by the storm, although some were delayed by 24 hoTs SMUSP to 22 feet on Lake Superior. Wind gusts were as high afso S Sr hn.?r vessels to be caught in the snow, wind and fog ^ (Twin Ports) area on vessels in the region were seas which reached sever^ McCarthy was one of several �".. '> ^v •> ;•'. • :.1L • • saasay •- •. •'• '. •.. DCCEMBCR199I AFL-CIO to Push for Full-Scale Health Care Reform /'"shnM: A full-scale restructuring of the nation's failing health care system was called for by the more than 700 delegates representing 14 mil­ lion workers in 89 autonomous unions at the AFL-CIO conven­ tion, which was held last month in Detroit. The AFL-CIO resolution adopted by the delegates calls for a new social insurance national health cafe program. The federa­ tion cited the bankruptcy of the current system which fails to pro­ vide health care coverage to 37 million Americans and which leaves 40 million others with inad­ equate medical insurance. The resolution stated, "The ur­ gency of the health care crisis for consumers and purchasers of care and for those who have fallen through the cracks in the current system requires us to seek relief now, without compromising our principles, and to support meas­ ures that can be enacted." The convention agreed that the reform process was likely to come about in steps. Additionally, the AFL-CIO called for a reversal of the "mis­ guided economic policies " which gave birth to the current reces­ sion. The group traced to root of the problem to the Reagan-Bush administrations' uncaring and irre­ sponsible programs. The AFLCIO delegates adopted a platform urging cuts in taxes paid by middle class workers and balancing that by raising tax rates on the wealthi­ est Americans who had gained riches during the Reagan years. The delegates to the AFL-CIO's 19th biennial convention adopted a platform calling for a strong U.S. shipping capacity. In addition to adopting a plat­ form, hearing from committees and speakers, the organization elected its officers to serve twoyear terms. Lane Kirkland and Under Coast Guard Rules on Financial Responsibility Operators Are Caught Between a Rock and a Hard Place Continued from page 3 '• :"- .v.:" • t; ,. ~C !' j •'''!'* -V has sufficient resources to handle oil spill related costs, such as pay­ ments for the cleanup and dam­ ages to businesses and the envi­ ronment. During the hearing, which was called by the chairman of the Coast Guard subcommittee, Rep. Billy Tauzin (D-La.), shipping company representatives outlined the factors which make it impossi­ ble to obtain financial responsibil­ ity certificates under the proposed Coast Guard rules. Too Risky for P&I Clubs The crux of the problem for vessel operators and owners is that the protection and indemnity (P&I) clubs that traditionally have provided marine insurance have concluded they cannot be a source of financial responsibility certifi­ cates because the law requires them to agree they can be sued directly for the liability of the insured while waiving ^ policy defenses they may have against the insured. The amount of coverage neces­ sary to meet the financial responsi­ bility certificates under OPA, is easily attained in a normal oil pollution liability coverage from P&I clubs. For example, an owner of a large tank barge would have to demonstrate he could come up with $13 million, a "handy size" tanker would need evidence of being able to meet $30 million in costs, a VLCC owner would have to show evidence of financial re­ sponsibility of around $100 and a ULCG operator $250 million. But the fact that the P&I clubs will not allow their policies to serve as proof of financial respon­ sibility was made clear by marine insurance industry representa­ tives who also testified at the hearing. Insurance company executives from Lloyd's of London, the Water Quality Insurance Syndi­ cate, the United Kingdom P&I Club and the International Group of P&I Clubs at the congressional panel meeting verified that they will not issue certificates of finan­ cial responsibility under the terms of the proposed regulations which make them directly liable for any claims brought against the vessel owner or operator under what is known as the "direct action" pro­ vision and which hold that they must agree to waive all policy defenses, even in extreme cases such as when a vessel owner fails to pay his premiums. No Real Alternatives Without being able to rely on the traditional oil spill liability coverage of the P&I clubs, vessel operators and owners have looked at the other alternative methods of compliance. There are scant opportunities to acquire certifi­ cates of financial responsibility, noted the Transportation Institute statement. Surety bonds, self in­ surance and third party guarantees are not easily obtainable, said the U.S.-flag shipping group. Surety bonds generaUy are not available in the amount of money called upon in the law, and the self insurance option has been ruled out for most independent operators because as currently written the vessel owner or opera­ tor must show that both the company's net worth and working capital, on a non-consolidated ba­ sis, be equal or greater than the amount of financial responsibility required. The rub in this case is that the Coast Guard rule only accepts a net worth fi^re that is the com­ pany's American-based assets mi­ nus its total world-wide liabilities. Similarly, the rulemaking defines working capital as U.S. assets mi­ nus all current liabilities. The third party guarantee also is not a very viable opdon for the independent operator. "For vessels owned by companies that have 'deep pocket' parents, this option may be a viable alternative. However, independent vessel owners and operators do not have 'deep pocket' parent companies willing to provide such guaran­ tees," said the Institute in its tes­ timony. f- The Institute urged the Coast Guard and the government to look into other financial instruments to provide vessel owners and opera­ tors with a reasonable options to obtain the required certificates. Goldstein noted OPA 90 allows the Secretary of Transportation to accept other evidence of financial responsibility beyond what is out­ lined in the law. TI Proposes Solutions Thus, the Institute noted, the administration can incorporate some of the approaches on this matter which have been codified by various states grappling with their own oil spill statutes with financial responsibility provisions. "Individual states have already wrestled with the issue of certi­ fying financial responsibility. Sev­ eral have concluded that the only viable alternative is to devise a method by which P&I club cover­ age can be considered evidence of financial responsibility even if the clubs do not agree to a direct action requirement and a waiver of policy defenses," said the Institute testimony. It cited Washington state and California statutes which recog­ nize entry in a P&I club as suffi­ cient evidence of financial respon­ sibility and Virginia's approach which considers P&I clubs to be mutual indemnification organiza­ tions, and as such is more like a self insurance operation than a third party insurance set-up. "Be­ cause it is considered self insur­ ance, the direct action require­ ment does not apply," noted the Institute statement. Several industry groups pressed the Coast Guard to extend the comment period on the Fed­ eral Register announcement of the proposed regulation beyond the November 25 cut-off date. During the hearing, Tauzin announced the Coast Guard had agreed to add time to the comment period sub­ ject to the approval of the Secre­ tary of Transportation. The Insti­ tute also is recommending the agency hold hearings throughout the country. Thomas R. Donahue were re­ elected respectively to the posts of president and secretary-treasurer. The federation's 33 vice presi­ dents were also elected. Thirty incumbents were returned and three new union officers were se­ lected. Those three included SIU President Michael Sacco, Trans­ portation Communications Union Vice President Jack Otero and James J. Norton, president of the Graphic Communications Union. The AFL-CIO convention also considered matters, related to the nation's trade policy, safety and health laws affecting job sites. AFL-CIO Pres. Lane Kirkland The delegates also heard the six Democratic candidates currently seeking the job of president of the United States on what they would do to turn the economy around and to help working Americans. In support of the maritime sec­ tor, the convention called for a reversal of the current decline and enacted a resolution supporting many programs designed to bol­ ster the U.S.-flag fleet, American shipyards and other marine-re­ lated industries. The federation also rejected the regressive worker tax disguised as a so-called user fee to be charged to seamen for the issuance of Coast Guardmandated documents and licenses and urged that any second registry proposals for the American fleet be scuttled. The convention supported ex­ clusion of maritime services from international trade talks, enforce­ ment of cabotage requirements governing the movement of do­ mestic cargoes and expanded cargo policies to include U.S.-flag requirements within cash assist­ ance foreign aid programs. Enact­ ment of legislation providing for gaming aboard U.S.-flag cruise vessels also was advocated. Furthermore, the convention asked that the eligibility period for World War II merchant marine veterans be extended to coincide with the expiration date for all Armed Services personnel. •_.• •/:.-'W , .Sir ijif 1: • m H'' '• �SCUAKRSm Twelve Teomost Bosuns Put Out Cell te Upgrade •f •> .'i -S;®- .t:-v '{. •' "' •' '•?> • ^••'. Twelve SIU members who graduated as recertified bosuns during the November membership meeting at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at the Paul Hall Center echoed a theme. The message: The SIU of­ fers tremendous opportunities to its members, but each Seafarer in­ dividually must make constant ef­ forts to leam and improve. "It's simple. You get out of it what you put into it," said course participant Jamie Miller. Bosun Ervin Bronstein, who graduated from the Lundeberg School in 1980, said at the meeting, "If you take care of the SIU, the SIU will take care of you!" Miller, Bronstein and their fel­ low bosuns completed the highest curriculum available to Seafarers sailing in the deck department. During the six-week course, they finished advanced classes in firefighting, safety and first aid as well as deck skill courses in wire-splic­ ing, knot-tying and navigation. They also practiced ship-handling procedures in the Lundeberg School's simulator, which repro­ duces sailing conditions at sea and in ports worldwide. "The best part to me was leaming different ways of line-splic­ ing," said 36-year-old Sam Reed. "I really got something I can take back with me to do the job." Reed, who joined the SIU in 1979 in Mo­ bile, Ala., added, "The Sealift class was great, too. It was kind of mindboggling at first, but it was a good experience." A key aspect of the bosuns' cur­ riculum concentrated on the details and nuances of the union and its various plans. The program brought the bosuns into contact with every department of the SIU for intensive question-and-answer periods, providing an opportunity for in-depth discussions. The bosuns travelled to union headquarters in Camp Springs, Md., where they met with SIO President. Michael Sacco and SIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco. Additionally, the group talked with officials from the union's congressional affairs departpient and with staff members of the Seafarers LOG. In meetings with officials from $.::M •" '? • ••1'.. '.'. Wire splicing exercises are completed by Harold Berggren. Recertified bosuns are all smiles after receiving certificates. From left: SIU Executive VP Joseph Sacco, Eugene Kaiser, Sam Reed, Jose Rodriguez, Harvey McClung, Eugene Beverly, Jamie Miller, Ramadan Elmobdy, SIU President Michael Sacco, William Mullins, Lance Zollner, Harold Berggren, Ervin Bronstein and Anthony Heinoldt. the union's collective bargaining department, the, bosuns discussed the union contract — its enforce­ ment and implementation, the shipping rules and the SIU consti­ tution. Procedures of the SIU's plans (welfare, vacation, training and pension) were reviewed by the bo­ suns with representatives from each of the trust funds. Moreover, communication methods and lead­ ership skills were practiced by the bosuns in workshop-like sessions with Lundeberg School instruc­ tors. "I was kind of surprised about the intricacies of politics," noted Anthony Heinoldt, who joined the Seafarers 12 years ago in the port of New York. "You leam a lot more than seamanship and job skills (in this course). I wasn't re­ ally aware of the politics of the union and the labor movement, but now I am. And you have to be able to explain things to your crew, be­ cause they're going to be coming to you with questions." Confident in SIU During interviews and in brief speeches at the membership meet­ ing, the recertified bosuns ex­ pressed pride and confidence in being part of the Seafarers. They noted the importance of upgrading programs to the individual Sea­ farer, the union and the industry. "I've been [to the Lundeberg School] eight times," William Mullins declared. "This is like my home away from home." Mullins graduated from the school in 1973. "Anybody who doesn't upgrade will be left behind," he said. Lance Zollner, who joined the union in 1977 in the port of St. Louis, stressed the responsibility each Seafarer has to himself and fellow members to be the best trained and most professional sea­ man. He also noted the importance of SPAD donations in order to have a strong political action pro­ gram to protect seafarers' jobsecu­ rity in the legislative process. "I started out in the military, so I couldn't advance as easily as I can now," stated Harvey McClung, A •• T A. d The bosuns are briefed by MTD Executive Director Frank Pecquex on the energy bill vote taking place the day the upgraders toured Capitol Hill. 51. "The education is here if you want it." McLung, a Seafarer for the past 21 years, said he had heard many good things about the recertification program, "but the actual course is even better than what I had heard." Eugene Kaiser joined the SIU in 1968 in the port of New Orleans. The 42-year-old recertified bosun advised trainees who attended the meeting that they have a great fu­ ture with the SIU. "I've been here 20 years, and the union is still here!" he emphatically intoned. A 34-year member of the Sea­ farers, Eugene Beverley, 57, gave his views on the bosun recertification program: "It's extremely edu­ cational. It enables a person to leam more about himself and how to handle different situations. It helps you become a better seaman and a better person." Bosun Jose Rodriguez pointed out the importance of "getting up­ dated and changing with the times. This program allows you to do that." Rodriguez, 59, joined the SIU in 1968 in the port of New York. Commenting on his thoughts on the course, Ramadan Elmobdy, 44, said the program "makes you a quality bosun. I sailed with [an­ other maritime union] before, and they never did anything like this for me. This is a quality job with great upgrading opportunities." Harold Berggren, 38, summed up his feelings when he said, "The SIU is the best deal afloat. We have the lion's share of the work, and I'm proud to be a member." Harvey McClung (left) and Eugene Kai­ ser work on wire splicing. As part of the sealift course, Jamie Miller operates a forklift. �- • t;,! •V'*''i'- ~ DEaMBCR 1991 --^ - .«* •» T ;• ' < A ^ 'i' - / 'ft - -I ^ ' •V-'; Benefits Conference Held in San Juan Pensioners (from left) Juan Manuel Collaco, Rafael Ramos and Ed deJesus participate in ttie benefits conference. SIU members, pensioners and their family members packed the San Juan, P.R. union hall November 7 for the second-to-last benefits conference of 1991. The final ineeting scheduled for this year will be conducted December 6 in Algonac, Mich. The conferences, which started in May, are run by representatives of the various Seafarers plans. They are designed as an open forum for members, retirees and family members to leam more about the union's programs such as medical, vacation, pension and Vocational benefits. Everyone attending is encouraged to ask questions. Additionally, plenty of background material is provided for all to t^e home. The conferences are scheduled on the same day as union meetings. More than 100 people, which has been the average across the country, attended the San Juan meeting. "We had a lot of people in attendance. With a good mix of active members and pension­ ers," noted San Juan Port Agent Angel Hernandez who reported that the participants asked many questions and a good discussion took place. ' -• 'l. • • ;. .Ti- •• - i.s :r.'' '> < ' " i.-"- M. -' Ji I • • • i-."!' J#'; 'M Meeting with Luisa Santiago at the day-long San Juan benefits conference are SIU members Antonio Santiago (left) and Jose Rivera. Seafarers, pensioners and family members pack the San Juan hall to find out the latest information about the union's various benefit plans. •'l- '"v ;V;^. Above, Seafarers John Lamprecht (left) and Charles Varnoy listen to benefits information. Below, Basilio Maldonado (left) and his wife, Geraldine, chat with Leo Bonser, the plan's education director. ' •' j'y -.-* & ". :?S Wf';; 'l.-. / i^r , -km Deck department member John Heidt brought his wife, Debby, and their daughter, Ginnie, to the San Juan session. . * '•i • .1 ' ? • r ••'. T,'' • .'!#• �. :• . • ', • , " s• |v... si' :'v" 8 .. SEAFARERS LOG Aboard the 'Charlie Brown/ It was a Job Well Done On August 17 the Charles L. Brown, a Transoceanic Cable ship, received a phone call informing them that the Hawaii No. 4 cable was down. The Charles L. Brown prepared for departure from Hono­ lulu todo the repair some 760 miles northeast of the Hawaiian Islands — virtually in the middle of the Pacific Ocean! • 's-iS- '•••' The SIU's Honolulu union hall crewed the ship in ample time, and the company also flew cable super­ visors to the vessel. Additionally, five crewmembers from the Global Link (a sister ship of the Charles L. Brown) signed on for this voyage: ABs Rick Borden and Robert Gettrldge HI, OS Tony Sivola and Joiner Kenneth McHouI. • ^ '• •$; ".•:•• '.S v,4 The ship set sail, with three days AB Roger Reinke works in a tank holding transit to the repair site, six work­ ing days and three days transit back fiber-optic cable. to Honolulu. Twelve days was out­ standing time, made possible by the skill and dedication of the whole crew. They worked 12- to 16-hour shifts to get the job done with the minimum amount of drags completed in water that is three miles deep. AT&T, parent company of Transoceanic Cable, and its customers were ecstatic on August 29 when the Hawaii No. 4 fiber­ optic cable — which runs from Makaha, Hawaii to Point Arena, Calif. — was back in service. This cable has the capacity to carry 40,000 phone calls simultaneously, so the company was los- Chief Cook Brenda Kamiya and Assistant ing money while its customers Cook Larry Tamale keep busy, were inconvenienced. Many of the large hotels in Honolulu distrib­ uted letters to their guests, inform­ ing them of the Hawaii No. 4 malfunction and the resulting problems. As one can see, the SIU plays an important role in many areas. We do make a difference, and the Charles L. Brown has proven it once more. This story was written aboard the Charles L. Brown and submit­ ted to the LOG by Chief Steward Donna DeCesare. OS Tony Sivola has his hands full aboard the Charles L. Brown. ••r i" AB Rick Borden appears dwarfed by the immense tanks aboard ship. xh© Charlie Brown's first drag located this damaged repeater. Chief Steward Donna DeCesare catches some rays after a morning of baking. • 'tll ••'f - ' [' •-•IL : .::^l ' . .1 i:'4h''- Mk•' -r. - -r -M- : . • �.-'•'•I''- .. • •'•;'{v '• : ' •-,• r .; „ ' , ; rfi ••' • KOMBiR 1991 • ;T'•••• v.. I v New Technology Introiluced at SlU Fire Fighting Course Lundeberg School instructor demonstrates use of water control to extinguish flammable or liquid gas. In an effort to constantly improve its courses, the Seafarers Hairy Lundeberg School of Seamanship at the Paul Hall Center recently made a strong addition to its Basic and Ad­ vanced Fire Fighting classes. The latest fire fighting class included hands-on training aboard the Earl (Bull) Shepard with a recently-acquired machine that produces a non-toxic chemical smoke. This allows students to have realistic training exercises in confined spaces without the danger of real smoke and fire, explained Lundeberg School instructors Byran Cummings and John Smith. Cummings and Smith also used the smoke machine while conducting courses aboard the Delta Queen and the Mississippi Queen earlier this year, and Seafarers reacted positively. The fire fighting course includes 16 hours of Basic, 35 hours of advanced and 10 hours of practical training (for a total of 61 hours). Eight additional course hours of CPRyFirst Aid ^ available. Some of the training exercises are: fire in a living quarters, fire in an engineroom, hazardous material involved in a fire, and fuie whileconducting search and rescue procedures. Dates for Basic and Advanced Fire Fighting courses in 1992 are: Febmary 18-28; June 16-26; andOctober 20-30. For more information, contact the Lundeberg School admissions office. Pumproom Maintenance Course: Upgrading Opportunity for QMEOs Charlie Betz (left) and Bobby Spencer check the diameter of stock after making cuts on the engine lathe. For members of the engine department, th^ Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School off^r^ a six-week course in Pumproom Maintenance, and Operations. The course gives students an^ r {I opportunity for hands-on repair of valves, pumps and piping systems. Students also leam lathe operations and techniques. Classroom time is spent on properties of petroleum and chemical cargoes, the hazards of these cargoes and loading problems. Charts and tables are used in discussions of cargo compatibility and federal regulations pertain­ ing to liquid cargo operations of tank vessels. Other topics in the course include tank cleaning, ballasting and inert gas systems. This section of the course features testing cargo tanks for safe entry, as well as the proper use of respirators and air packs. One week of the course covers pollution prevention and Oil Spill Emergency Contain­ ment aind Cleanup. Upon completion of the course, each stu­ dent receives a certificate for I^mproom Maintenance and Operations and Oil Spill Emergency Containment and Cleanup. All applicants must hold a QMED Any Rating endorsement, or endorsement as a Pumpman, or equivalent inland experience. For more information, contact the Lundeberg jorge Bonelli (left) and Crescencio Suazo cut threads on School admissions office. . the engine lathe. Marine Eiectronics Program Ueviseii into Two 6-Wook Coursos The Seafarers Hany Lundeberg School of Seamanship will begin offering its revised Marine Elec­ tronics Technician (MET) pro­ gram next month. The program has been divided into two six-week courses that can, but do not have to be, taken con­ currently. (The old course ran for 12 straight weeks.) The school also has hired a new instructor, Mark Rainess, to teach the students. The new program, known as MET I and MET II, is geared to­ ward providing the practical skills needed to understand and repair today's shipboard electronic equipment. The MET I version includes the study of AC and DC circuits and their test equipment, resonance and filtering, basic power supplies, amplifiers and troubleshooting. To apply for the course, a stu­ dent must have graduated from the Lundeberg School's Basic Elec­ tronics course or receive recogni­ tion from the vocational education department that he or she has the equivalent background training. Students taking the MET II course will study radio frequency amplifiers, basic antenna systems, introduction to satellite and radar systems, introduction to micropro­ cessor control systems and circuit board repair. To take the MET II course, a student must be a gradu­ ate of MET I. Graduates of both courses will be qualified to sit for the FCC Gen­ eral Radio-telephone or Second Class Radio-telegraph licenses. Instructor Rainess brings to the courses 12 years of experience in instructing technicians. He has spent six years teaching electronics to merchant mariners. He is certi­ fied by the International Society of Certified Electronic Technicians in computer electronics and is an honor graduate of the Chanute Mil­ itary Training School. Instructor Mark Rainess (standing) reviews the work of his students taking the Marine Electronics Technician class at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School. �, -.=*<;•:••>"•. „ —- ••*?'-••- --i--- • • 4' • . 'i' •••"'•' I smimioG 70 5 of Silas Bent Crew Head En Masse to SIU School The first time SIU member Jeanette Ball saw the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training, she was so impressed by the facilities, "I thought I must have made a wrong turn!" Ball is one of five Seafarers who recently signed off the USNS Silas Bent and then, by coincidence, headed for Piney Point, Md. to up­ grade. Ball, fellow galley gang member Cassie Tourere, blackgang members Bob Warren and Donald Smith and Storekeeper Dick Higgins each took upgrading courses in recent months. "Three of us from the Silas Bent knew we were coming to Piney Point," Higgins told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. "It was fimny when all five of us got here, and we're all enrolled in different up­ grading courses." Higgins, 45, took the AB and LifebOat/Water Survival courses. "It's wonderful here," he said. "And there are a lot of other courses I want to check into. I'm coming back after the holidays for Sealift and Oil Spill." Higgins joined the SIU in 1990 in the port of Seattle. Prior to that, he served for 24 years in the Navy. "Now I'm learning the merchant iside of maritime, and it's interest­ ing." Warren, 48, took a QMED course. "The quality of the teach­ ers here and the accommodations are amazing," he said. "This school is a wonderful thing, a great part of being a member of the SIU. When I get back on a ship, I definitely will encourage guys to come here." Warren expressed great appre­ ciation for the opportunities he has with the SlU. He joined the Seafar­ ers in Mobile, Ala. in 1962, but became inactive in 1968 — "the •Ir. w '• 'f- •4 n ^•'4 \l' •' *s.. ' • ;--*V "-•. -'!}'•• • • I'yf. •t'.: • ;M ' - M. • ,E • ::• ^ ^5 vl*'' worst mistake I ever made." He joined again in February 1990. "I'm so grateful I don't know what to say," Warren explained. "When you're 48 years old, no company wants to even talk to you. At my age, it would have been impossible to start a good career anywhere else except the SIU." Similarly, Ball changed careers within the past year. She joined the union in Febniaty in the port of Wilmington, Calif. "I haven't been a member very long, but I like what the union is doing," she said. "It would almost be impossible for someone my age (48) to change jobs without a union "The facilities at the school are great, and I enjoyed the ACU (as­ sistant cook) program. It's very ed­ ucational." Like Ball, Tourere likened the SIU to a close-knit family. "Every­ one is very supportive," Tourere said. "The union has been great fpr me, no problems whatsoever." Tourere, 40, joined the SIU in New Orleans in 1989. This year she upgraded to chief cook. "I like being able to work with profes­ sional chefs who take the time to answer any and all questions," she said. "I plan on coming back after six months as a chief cook and upgrading to chief steward." Smith, who was part of three father-son teams sailing aboard the Silas Bent, joined the Seafarers in Seattle in 1989. Like Higgins, Smith spent more than 20 years in the Navy before joining the SIU. "I've been shipping as an OMU," Smith noted, "and de­ cided to upgrade. I got an instructor (Eric Malzkuhn) who's out of sight. I don'tthink there's anything about engines he doesn't know." Smith described the Lundeberg School staff as "very professional. You couldn't ask for better treat­ ment. "The facilities are also fantastic, and they're kept very clean. I didn't realize the place is this nice." Smith also had a word of advice for younger Seafarers: "I highly recommend the school for young men and women who are just start­ ing out in the union. You can have one heck of a great future in mari­ time — if you start here!" Bob Warren says he is grateful for the opportunities provided by the SIU. Cassie Tourere finds her fellow Seafarers "very courteous and supportive." From a father-son team on the Bent, Don­ ald Smith came to the school. i • >1 The union is like a close-knit family, says Jeanette Ball. The next course for Dick Higgins is sealift operations. O/S Washington Crew 'Adopted' by 5th-Grade Class videotape, and we're making one and sending it in retum," she said. Bosun James H. Lewis sent the accompanying photographs to the LOG, along with a copy of a letter from the school. Students asked the Seafarers such questions as: How many people work aboard your ship? How fast does your ship go? Do you get a vacation? Do you like sports? Quinlan said this is the third year she has had students partici­ pate, and the Overseas Washing­ ton—the first SlU-crewed vessel with which she has dealt—has been by far the best. "We could tell right away that we had better hang onto this ship," Quinlan said. "The chart they sent with the route mapped out was marvelous. The kids were fascinated by it and they asked a lot of questions." Audrey Quinlan's fifth-grade class has adopted crew on the Overseas Washington. •4- .-•••••• :3 ..r • "It-':. .• m --r.:,: .. . ® A ^ • •• " -.J Crewmembers on the SlU-contracted Overseas Washington re­ cently found out they had been adopted. A fifth-grade class from a paro­ chial school near Pittsburgh, Pa. "adopted" the O/S Washington as part of a program run by the Pro­ peller Club of Washington, D.C. The program allows students and mariners to correspond for part or all of a school year. This year, the O/S Washington already has received cards and decorations for Halloween and Thanksgiving, as well as other let­ ters. Crewmembers have re­ sponded with a videotape taken aboard the vessel. They also sent a map plotting the Washington's course, as well as letters which an­ swer students' questions. "These guys [from the Overseas Washington] have been terrific," Audrey Quinlan, the teacher who got Immaculate Conception School involved in the correspon­ dence program, recently told a re­ porter for the Seafarers LOG. "The kids were tickled with the ABs (from left) Dave Allen, Brent John­ son and Tom Grose enjoy Halloween posters and cards sent by fifth-graders. Chief Pumpman Brian Bukis has made time to participate in a correspondence program with Mrs. Quinlan's students. '-.K .-.-j'• ... - -r .V t« • >-.J �-•>'V1 DEOMBiR mi j"P"•''1-'1 rm Seafarers Appeals Board Creates New Cable Ship-AB Rating, Sets 18 Months of Military Ship Seatime for Seniority Upgrade Three recent actions by the Sea­ farers Appeals Board to amend the shipping rules spell out how ordi­ nary seamen can upgrade to cable ABs, list the military-contracted vessels on which members can work to be eligible for rapid up­ grade from "B" to "A" seniority and rescind some of the changes created during the Persian Gulf war emergency. SAB Action 358 changes Rule 20 19 (c) permitting ordinary sea­ men who graduated from the Sea­ farers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship entry program to ship 240 days with a 60-day relief after four continuous months on board a cable ship to obtain enough seatime to upgrade for an AB's ticket. The action adds the position of Cable AB to Rule 3 A under Deck Department Group II-Rating Watchstanders. Finally, the action gives priority to those seeking an open job of Cable AB to those who graduated the Lundeberg School entry program, have sailed eight months aboard a cable and possess Coast Guard certification as an AB. Angus "Red" Campbell, SIU vice president for collective bar­ gaining, said the changes were needed to increase the number of trained Seafarers available to oper­ ate the growing Transoceanic Cable Ship fleet. SAB Action 360 lists all the ves­ sels under contract to the SIU that are owned or chartered by the mil­ itary on which a member above the entry level and possessing a "B" seniority can sail for 18 months completing all of his or her tours of duty to upgrade to "A" seniority. The ruling also reconfirms mem­ bers of the steward department sailing aboard passenger ships and possessing "B" seniority also may accumulate 18 months seatime and possess a rating above the entry level on passenger vessels and up­ grade to "A" seniority. The final action, number 359, rescinds the Persian Gulf war emergency action that allowed pensioners, except those on dis­ ability, who had certification above the entry level to compete for jobs. Thd Seafarers Appeals Board consists of representatives from both the SIU and its contracted companies. All three actions are printed in their entirety below: SAB Action 358 The Seafarers Appeals Board acting under and persuant to the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Union and the various Contracted Employers, hereby takes the following action. Whereas, Transoceanic Cable Ship Co., Inc. is constructing and operating cable ships, and Whereas, said cable ships uti­ lize the most modern cable equip­ ment and technology, and Whereas,extensive training will be required for those crew mem­ bers engaged in cable laying and maintenance of cable equipment, and Whereas, to ensure that a pool of qualified cable personnel are available, when required^, for the life of the vessels, and Whereas, Ordinary Seamen having satisfactorily completed the entry rating training program at the Seafarers Many Lundeberg School of Seamanship can obtain certification from the Coast Guard as Able Seamen after eight (8) months of employment aboard the cable ships and by passing the req­ uisite examination provided by the U.S. Coast Guard, and Whereas, Ordinary Seamen up­ graded to Able Seamen can re­ place the loss of qualified trained "Cable AB's" through illness, in­ jury or retirement. Therefore, the Shipping Rules shall be amended in the following manner. Rule 2 G 19 shall be amended by adding a new paragraph (c) to the existing provisions, which shall read as follows. "(c) However, Ordinary Sea­ men employed aboard cable ships, who have satisfactorily completed the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship entry train­ ing program, shall be permitted to remain aboard a cable ship for a total of two hundred and forty (240) days with a sixty (60) day relief period afterfour (4) months of continuous employment in order to obtain the necessary sea­ time required by the U.S. Coast Guard to obtain Able Seamen certification." The remainder of Rule 2 G 19 shall continue in full force and ef­ shortage of such class of seamen during the emergency created by Desert ShieldlStorm, Rule 10 D, Sub-sections 1 and 2 were imple­ mented, and Whereas, the emergency no longer exists. Therefore, Rule 10 D, Sub-sec­ tions 1 and 2 are no longer in ef­ fect. Dated r November 1,1991 SAB Action 360 Persuant to Rule 1, Seniority B 1 (b). Class "A" employment se­ niority can be obtained by seamen with ratings above the entry level, who possess Class "B" seniority and who pursuant to Rule 2 C 3 third paragraph, and ships aboard vessels owned or chartered by the U.S. military and operated by con­ tracted employers, and to con­ tracted passenger vessels. Steward Department only, for a period of eighteen (18) months, after ob­ taining Class "B" employment seniority. The eligibility provisions do not apply to ships from the Ready Re­ serve Fleet. Those ships paid Stan­ dard Tanker and Freightship contract rates, vacation pay and other standard fringes. Dated: November 1, 1991 (A list of the vessels which pro­ vide this kind of eligibility in ac­ cordance with the Rules specified here is available from the head­ quarters contracts department at all SIU halls. Members with questions as to which ships are included should contact either the contracts department or a union official at any hall.) Larson's Poem Read at Service For Edmund Fitsgerald Crew Emily A. Larson had all but forgotten about the poem she had submitted to the Seafarers LOG earlier this year. It came back to her on Novem­ ber 9 when she received a phone call from her mother-in-law, Bar­ bara, informing her that "The Sailor's Wife" had been published in the LOG. On November 10, the Rev. Richard W. Ingalls read the poem from the pulpit of the Mariners' Church of Detroit during the an­ nual memorial service for the crew of the Edmund Fitzgerald. "I'm just so honored," Emily Larson told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG upon hearing the news her poem was selected for the memorial. "This is neat to hear. I can't wait to tell my husband." The poem was written as winter was turning into spring on the Great Lakes, a very emotional time for Emily and her husband, AB Wheelsman David V. Larson, who sails aboard the Kinsman En­ terprise. With the first thaw. Great Lakes members return to their vessels for another season of sailing. "I have been waiting for him for 17 years," Emily Larson noted. "Just when I get comfortable with him at home, it's time for him to go." David Larson is a second-gener­ ation SIU member. His father. Junior Nels Larson, sails as a fect. Rule 3 Department & Groups, subsection A, shall be amended by adding the rating of "Cable AB" to Group H, Rated Watchstanders, Deck department. Rule 5 Preference and Priori­ ties, Section A 4 shall be amended by adding a subsection (d) which shall read as follows. "(d) Within each class of se­ niority in the Deck Department, priority for the job of 'Cable AB' shall be given to those seamen who have satisfactorily completed the entry rating training program at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship and have completed at least eight (8) months of employment aboard a cable ship and possess U.S. Coast Guard cer­ tification as Able Seaman." The remainder of Rule 5 A shall continue in full force and effect. Dated: October 1,1991 SAB Action 359 The Seafarers Appeals Board acting under and pursuant to the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the union arid the various Contracted Employers hereby takes the following action. Whereas, by Action 328, Rule 10, Special or Emergency Provis­ ions was amended to permit pen­ sioners, excluding those on disability and who possess special skills or qualifications above the entry level to compete for employ­ ment aboard military contracted vessels, and Whereas, due to the critical QMED on the Adam E. Cornelius while his brother, Floyd Larson, is a gateman aboard the Indiana Harbor. Father Ingalls spotted the poem in a Seafarers LOG presented to him by SIU President Michael Sacco, one of the honorary 29 bellringers at the Fitzgerald memorial service. He told the congregation his reason for making "The Sailor's Wife" part of the service was because it was written by a Great Lakes' wife and explained the fear and love each family mem­ ber of a mariner possesses. The Edmund Fitzgerald took all 29 crewmembers down when it sank during a gale on Lake Supe­ rior on November 10,1975. Father Ingalls tolled the Mariner's Church bell 29 times upon hearing the news of the vessel's sinking. Detroit media came to the church to find out why and pub­ lished stories that were carried nationwide about his reaction. Songwriter Gordon Lightfoot read one of the stories about the tolling and called the church about it. He memorialized the event in his ballad, "The Wreck of the Ed­ mund Fitzgerald." The Mariner's Church first held the Fitzgerald memorial as a pri­ vate service for the surviving fam­ ily members of the crew. Today, the service is open to the public and also commemorates all who have perished aboard vessels on the Lakes, rivers and high seas. Algonac Port Representative Tim Kelley (right) was one of 29 honorary beilringers at the Fitzgerald memorial service. • ",-.v jifc— III ' - I3 :4I: �mmm • :"., - :-• :,. ,• -r ,.: ^ .;: ./•;. :'^ ;t4V. ^^'^•5^.-^' 'T ' •'r:-•': A , sofutmm 12 '•^:i:y:::'Li\ :• • 'f\'' '•' V SIU Sues to Kill Unfair Tax on Seamen i% ,'• .jii •-. 4 • :.4 cv' ' V :• • •• ••" • i:. -• /; J- .. -4' Continued from pt^e 3 from collecting monies for the li­ censing of merchant mariners. While the notion of user fees for Coast Guard services was first introduced in the early days of the Reagan administration, the pro­ posal was beaten back in Congress every year through the efforts of the SIU, other maritime unions and congressional supporters of U.S. shipping. However, in 1990, without hold­ ing hearings. Congress, acting under pressure to reduce the wal­ loping federal budget deficit, insti­ tuted Coast Guard user fees in a last minute move during a closeddoor conference committee. The president signed the budget bill, which provides that funds raised from Coast Guard user fees go directly into the federal govern­ ment's coffers, into law. This summer, the Coast Guard, in complying with the 1990 Budget Act, issued in the Federal Register a proposed fee schedule for user fees that would be charged to seamen and boatmen for their li­ censes and documents. The pro­ posed regulation also outlined the manner in which the Coast Guard will seek to collect the fees. Average $135 for AB, QMED As currently outlined in the Coast Guard's user fee scheme, a seaman seeking an AB or QMED rating would pay $35 for issuance of the z-card, $60 for the evalua­ tion process and $40 for the cost of the examination—or a total of $135. Those seamen or boatmen sitting for a lower level license would have to pay a total of $180— $35 for issuance, $65 for the evalu­ ation of his paperwork and $80 for the exam. Upper level licenses would cost up to $330. All appli­ cants would be assessed a $17 fee for a mandatory FBI check. Because the Coast Guard pro­ poses (under a separate rulemak­ ing process brought about by the Oil Pollution Act of 1990) to make z-cards renewable every five years and since licenses must be re­ newed every five years, the costs as currently calculated for a sea­ man or boatman will be consid­ erable. Strong Industry Opposition Currently, the Coast Guard has no set date for implementing the user fee program for issuing docu­ ments and licenses. Spokesmen for the agency have indicated that an additional comment period on the proposal will be opened through an announcement in the Federal Register. During the first comment period on this matter, the Coast Guard received some 500 communica­ tions, which for the most part protested the imposition of the fee. Opposition came from all sec­ tors of the maritime industryincluding the SIU, other marine unions, the Maritime Administra­ tion, the Military Sealift Com­ mand, U.S.-flag shipping compa­ nies and their associations and hundreds of boatmen and seamen. The SIU suit is seeking to pre­ vent the program from ever being enacted. The lawsuit asks the court to find the fees for seamen's papers and marine licenses to be contrary to the constitution and statutes of the United States and to prohibit the Coast Guard from implementing its proposed rules requiring a collection of fees for issuing the documents and li­ censes that mariners must have in order to work in their field. Meeting with SIU President Michael Sacco aboard the Charles L. Brown are (from left) AB Joel Saul, Steward Donna DeCesare, Steward M. K. Wilson and ABs Luisito Balatbat, Sam Tumala and Ben Picar. Crewmembers aboard the S.S. Independence Seafarers aboard the Sea-Land hear a report from SIU President Michael Sacco Hawaii talk with officials Sacco and in Hawaii. Fay. On SIU Ships in Hawaii 1% % rtK Seafarers President Michael Sacco, while in Hawaii, met with SIU members aboard several vessels docked in Honolulu and vicinity. Crewmembers discussed their concerns about the imposition of a so-called user fee for obtaining their merchant marine documents. Sacco was accompanied by SIU Secretary-Treasurer John Fay and Vice President George McCartney. . Bosun Armond (second from left) and Captain Garnett talk with Sacco and Fay on board USNS Titan. DEU Steve Rollins, aboard SeaLand Hawaii, confers with SIU Presi­ dent Michael Sacco. DEU Rodney Pontiflet (left) is pictured with SIU Vice President McCartney aboard the Sea-Land Hawaii. • • y," USNS Titan crew- Phyllis Stricklin, a Bosun Louis Vasquez chats member Quinton Rowe crewmember from with President Sacco on board at shipboard meeting. USNS Titan. the Sea-Land Hawaii. Bosun Thomas Martineau (left) and AB Carlos Loureiro discuss Persian Gulf shipping with SIU President Sacco and VP McCartney aboard the Sealift Atlantic. Aboard the USNS Audacious (from left) are Steward/Baker Bob Steams, Bosun Richard Weyandt,yP McCartney and Dr. Cox, the ship's medical officer. .v .; *• J i ' V.'ft*V ^ . 'r. •- On board the Charles L. ^own are (from left), Bosun Jeremiah Harrington, SIU SecretaryTreasurer John Fay, ABs Richard Young and Roger Reineke, OS Tony Sivola, AB William Kackley and Sacco. �'.,^.a.:i: -4-'iiV'=r^»'•"'' '• DICSMBER mi Seafarers: 7 Scholarships Open to Memhers, Families Applications now are being ac­ cepted for the 1992 Seafarers scholarship program which will award seven grants to three SIU members and four dependents. All Seafarers and their spouses and Where are they Now? A Look at Two Previous Scholarship Winners This family photograph was taken at Marilyn Callster's graduation party In June 1990. Callster Is pictured at left. Next to her Is her brother, Anthony, also a scholarship winner. Her sister, Valerie, an alternate scholarship winner. Is third from right. children who plan to attend college are encouraged to apply. The dead­ line for submission of all required paperwork for the 1992 scholar­ ship program is April 15, 1992. Winners will be announced in May 1992. Three of the scholarships are re­ served for SIU members. One is a $15,000 four-year college scholar­ ship. Each of the others is a $6,000 two-year award for study at a vo­ cational school or community col­ lege. Four scholarships in the amount of $15,000 each are awarded annually to the spouses and dependent children of Seafarers. For many scholarship winners, receiving the cash grant can greatly ease the hnancial burden associated with attending college. And some former scholarship winners would never have had the opportunity to pursue their educational interests without the help of the program. sponsored by the Seafarers Wel­ fare Plan. While the program is open to all eligible Seafarers and their depen­ dents, there is one catch: One must apply in order to be considered for the award. The scholarship grants primar­ ily are awarded on the basis of high school grades and the scores of either College Entrance Examina­ tion Boards (SAT) or American College Tests (ACT). Other data will be required to be sent along with each completed application (e.g., transcripts of grades, certifi­ cates of graduation, letters of rec­ ommendation). These all are spelled out in the Scholarship Pro­ gram booklet, available in each SIU hall or by contacting the Sea­ farers Welfare Plan at the union's headquarters. Below are the stories of two for­ mer scholarship winners. • "•,- . J svr'';'- 'tf A Family of Scholars 'i1 .•?•••• .-V-r-'. ®5s:' f: •^;r V yicx^y- gsS'A Marilyn B. Calister is very thankful to her late father and the SIU for making it possible for her to be a recipient of the $10,000 scholarship in 1972. The award helped pay Calister's tuition to Queens College where she obtained a BA in education in 1976. She said the scholarship meant she did not have to work full time while attending college, thereby enabling her to make good grades and establish lifelong friends. After many years of teaching, Calister decided she wanted to do something else. That something else turned into an accounting ca­ reer. She went back to school and completed an MBA at Baruch Uni­ versity and is currently working for Arthur Andersen & Co. in New York as a tax accountant. She has passed the CPA exam and should be certified shortly. But her success story is not a unique one in the Calister family. Her brother, Anthony, also was a recipient of a Seafarers scholar­ ship. He was in the class of 1971 at Brooklyn College and went on to obtain his master's degree in En­ glish literature. He presently teaches English at Eastem District High School in New York City. And her sister, Valerie, was chosen an alternate for the scholarship. She graduated Brooklyn College in 1972 and has a master's degree in early childhood education from Columbia University. She cur­ rently teaches in the Long Branch School system in New Jersey. "As you can see," wrote Calister in a letter to the Seafarers LOG, "the scholarship was a big boost to our confidence. It was not just the money. It created a belief that we really could do anything we wanted." •' 'I Now In Private Practice j^.'.T-jO •it:v-it.'"j, '•['.'.-' In 1975, Ana Rita Pinilla Diaz was one of the recipients of the scholarship program for depen­ dents of Seafarers. The four-year award ($10,000 at that time) proved to be the impetus for a con­ tinuing thirst for knowledge. Using the scholarship money to complete her bachelor's de^ee in psychology at the University of Puerto Rico and her master's de­ gree in neuropsychology at the Caribbean Center for Advanced Studies, Pinilla Diaz became a qualified clinical psychologist with a private practice. She also worked with a Social Security dis­ ability program and served as an instructor of psychology in the Inter-American University of Puerto Rico. In 1988 she com­ pleted a Ph.D. program as Doctor in Clinical Neuropsychology. At present, she is working as a consultant, psychologist and evaluator and has her own private prac­ tice in Hato Rey, P.R. Pinilla Diaz is grateful to the SIU for selecting her for the scholarship back in '75. She says she is very happy and fulfilled in her chosen profession and hopes her story will inspire other eligible Seafarers and their dependents to apply for the annual scholarship. j^rill5,1992isthe define for submssion of all required paperworkfor the 1^2 scholarship program. For further informa­ tion, see an SIU official at any union hall — or contact the Scholarship Program, Secfarers Welfare Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Canp Springs, MD 20746. ##e Dr. Ana R. Pinilla Diaz, 1975 scholar­ ship winner. Is pictured with her hus­ band and three children. , , Sy-- --'. : •, v 'A..i ^ ,• �v:s:isaiasafiSeS St®tlr;: ji.'n -• •'•W'.'> mmitsm 14 T he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 57 members this month. Forty-four of those signing off sailed in the deep sea division, while eight sailed in the inland division. Two sailed in the Great Lakes division and three sailed in the railroad marine division. Galley gang member Howard Ruby, 77, is the oldest of the new pension­ ers. Brother Ruby joined the Seafar­ ers 30 years ago. Deck department member Morris Danzey has been a member longer than any of the others who are retir­ ing. Brother Danzey joined the SIU in 1943. I Brief biographical sketches of Ruby, Danzey and the other new pensioners follow: DEEP SEA LEON ACOSTA, 66, joined the Seafarers in 1971 in the port of New Orleans. Bom in Colombia, he sailed in the engine department. Brother Acosta served in the Colom­ bian navy from 1943 until 1961. He has retired to New Orleans. '?t\''.'-i'® ' •"• '"•" v';••/'•, • .®; • 1 JOSEPH BIDZILYA, 62, joined the SIU in 1948 in his native Philadelphia. He shipped in the deck and steward departments. Brother Bidzilya served in the Army from 1954 to 1956. He still calls Philadelphia home. DANIEL BOONE, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1959 in his native New Or­ leans. Brother Boone shipped in the galley gang. He served in the Navy from 1943 until 1956. Brother Boone still lives in New Orleans. • % •' ROBERTO. BROWN, 62, joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of New York. Bom in Missis­ sippi, he shipped in the steward de­ partment. Brother Brown has retired to Independence, La. . I ' ri. -1 -»• BERNARD BURGE, 65, joined the union in 1968 in the port of New Or­ leans. He was bom in Missis­ sippi and shipped in the black-gang. Brother Burge up­ graded frequently at the Lundeberg School. He served in the Army from 1950 to 1952. Brother Burge has re­ tired to Picayune, Miss. . • - \ ' •.-: WILLIAM CACHOLA, 65, joined the SIU in 1955 in the port of Baltimore. The native of Puerto Rico sailed in the engine depart- -r- v u--'v' • To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men. and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. ment and in 1975 upgraded at the Lundeberg School tO QMED. Brother Cachola resides in Baltimore. BURTON CHURCHILL, 65, graduated from the Lundeberg School in 1967. Bom in Illinois, he shipped in the deck department. Brother Churchill served in the Army from 1941 to 1947 and also served in the Navy from 1948 until 1963. He lives in Slidell. La. FRED C.COO­ PER, 62, joined the Seafarers in 1956 in the port of Seattle. A na­ tive of Alabama, he completed the Lundeberg School's bosun recertification course in 1973. Brother Cooper served in the Air Force from 1947 to 1950. He has retired to Mobile, Ala. PEDRO CORTEZ, 66, joined the SIU in 1966 in the port of New York. He was bom in Puerto Rico and shipped in the black-gang. Brother Cortez resides in West Farm, N.Y. WILLIE CROMWELL, 65, joined the union in 1972 in the port of Seat­ tle. Bom in Mis­ sissippi, he sailed in the steward de­ partment. Brother Cromwell served in the Army from 1941 until 1946. He lives in Seattle. CHARLES D'AMICO, 63, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1947 in the port of New York. A native of Connecticut, he completed the Lundeberg School's bosun recertifi­ cation course in 1974. Brother D'Amico has retired to Houston. MORRIS DANZEY, 65, joined the union in 1943 in the port of New Or­ leans. He was bom in Mobile, Ala and sailed in the deck department Brother Danzey resides in Satsuma, Ala. LAWRENCE DUEITT JR., 64, joined the SIU in 1956 in the port of Lake Charles, La. Bom in Mo­ bile, Ala., he shipped in the deck department. Brother Dueitt served in the Army from 1943 to 1945. He lives in Mobile. DANIEL FERRAS, 56, joined the Sea­ farers in 1968 in the port of New Orleans. A na­ tive of Cuba, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Ferras has retired to Kenner, La. DONALD FROUNFELTER, 70, joined the SIU in 1967 in the port of Seattle. He was bom in North Da­ kota and sailed in the steward departs ment. Brother Frounfelter served in the Air Force from 1942 until 1963. He resides in Seattle. WILLIAM GUERNSEY, 65, joined the union in 1948 in the port of New York. A native of Detroit, Mich., he shipped in the deck department. Brother Guemsey served in the Army from 1942 to 1944. He lives in Ontario, Canada. CHILTON HALL, 67, joined the SIU in 1962 in the port of New York. Bom in Alabama, he sailed in the blackgang. Brother Hall served in the Navy from 1941 to 1945 and from 1950 to 1954. He has retired to Montgomery, Ala. WILLIAM HAMPSON,61, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1951 in his native New York. He upgraded fre­ quently at the Lundeberg School and in 1982 completed the bosun re-, certification course. Brother Hampson resides in Huntsville, Texas. PAUL L. HUNT, 65, joined the SIU in 1968 in the port of New Orleans. Bom in New York, he shipped in the galley gang and in 1981 completed steward recertification. Brother Hunt served in the Marine Corps from 1945 to 1946. He lives in River Ridge, La. JOHN JOR. DAN, 57, joined the union in 1958 in his na­ tive Mobile, Ala. Brother Jor­ dan shipped in the engine department. He has re­ tired to Eight Mile, Ala. ROBERT KEN­ NEDY, 63, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1958 in the port of Houston. A native of North Dakota, he com­ pleted steward recertification in 1985. Brother Ken­ nedy resides in New Orleans. CICERO KING JR., 60, joined the SIU in 1958 in the port of Se­ attle. He sailed in the engine depart­ ment and in 1979 upgraded at the Lundeberg School to QMED. Brother King has retired to Elizabeth City,N.C. JIMMY RAY LERZO, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in i960 in the port of Detroit, Mich. He was bom in Kentucky and shipped in the engine department. Brother Lerzo resides in Madison, W.Va. SILAS McGOWAN, 63, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1945 in the port of New Or­ leans. He was bom in Texas and shipped in the deck department. Brother McGowan served in the Army from 1950 to 1952. He lives in Dayton, Texas. GEORGE MELEAR, 65, joined the union in 1972 in the port of Houston. Bom in Texas, he sailed in the en­ gine department. Brother Melear served in the Army from 1944 to 1946 and from 1950 to 1951. He resides in Houston. JAMES L. MILLER, 71, joined the SIU in 1953 in the port of Portland, Ore. The native of Washington shipped in the gal­ ley gang. Brother Miller has retired to Oregon City, Ore. JOSENAVA, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1969 in the port of New York. Bom in Texas, he sailed in the deck department and in 1986 upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Brother Nava served in the Navy from 1942 until 1962. He lives in Fairhope, Ala. Continued on page 26 �r'k. . DEOMBER 199t MTD BIENNIAL CONVENTION Meeting in convention, delegates to the biennial MTD event hear former Secretary of Labor Ray Marshall speak out against the proposed U.S./Mexico trade deal. Maritime Trades Dept Convention Hits Bush Policies •- Delegates from 42 unions along with representatives of various lo­ cal port councils throughout the country acted on a wide range of matters affecting seafarers and workers in the nation's marine industry at the 19th biennial con­ vention of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department meeting in De­ troit last month. The delegates heard timely ad­ dresses and reports and took ac­ tion on a number of resolutions concerned with the state of the American merchant marine and labor issues of importance to the affiliates of the department. The meeting, which preceded the AFL-CIO convention, re­ elected Michael Sacco as presi- MTD Legal Counsel Howard Schulman (left) swears In the departments' officers who were re-elected. They are (from right) Jean F. Ingrao, executive secretarytreasurer, Michael Sacco, president, and William F. Zenga, vice president. r. ,1^ ',,.• '¥ ' : .'W..,,,!,'iii--:i--, Delivering convention committee reports were (from left) George Kourplas, president of the Machinists; George F. Becker, vice president of the Steelworkers; Frank Hanley, president of the lUOE and John J. Sweeney, SEIU president. I Lack of Gov't Recognition For WWII Mariners Decried 1 '•'J /- MTD board member Jack Otero speaks out against the administra­ tion's trade agenda. MTD Eastern Region V.P. Roman Gralewicz hits the floor microphone to make a nomination. The vice president of the Inter­ national Association of Machin­ ists, who sailed during World War II as a merchant seaman, decried the lack of full recognition for mariners who served their country during that war during an MTD convention action adopting a reso­ lution in support of extending the cutoff date for veterans' eligibility to the end of December 1946 in­ stead of the current August 15, 1945 date. Justin Ostro, who also serves as a vice president of the MTD, said it was shameful that our country had failed to recognize fully its merchaint seamen who sailed dur­ ing WWII. Ostro compared the actions of the U.S. government in this regard to those of the British, Justin Ostro, Machinists Union of­ who sailed as a seaman In which he knew of first hand for he ficial WWII, assailed the U.S. policy on had been aboard a Liberty ship recognition of merchant marine vet­ headed for the North Sea on May erans of the war. 9, 1945 when the ship received a message from the British gov­ ernment. time what it has taken the United "The British Admiralty recog­ States government almost 45 nized at that precise moment in Continued on page 29 dent of the organization and re­ turned Jean F. Ingrao as executive secretary-treasurer and William F. Zenga as vice president. In a special report to the dele­ gates, the MTD presented a de­ tailed analysis of America's mid­ dle class. The department's report noted that "real personal wages are declining under relentless pressure." Citing data compiled by the Economic Policy Institute, a think-tank group based in Wash­ ington, D.C., the department re­ ported the following: • In inflation-adjusted terms, average hourly wages fell more than 9 percent between 1980 and 1989. • Hourly benefits, such as pen­ sions, health insurance and paid time off, fell by 13.8 percent be­ tween 1980 and 1989. On the other hand, noted the MTD report, during the era of the Reagan and Bush administrations, the rich got richer. "According to the Congressional Budget Office, those in the middle of the income deciles, earning from $28,000 to $43,500, saw their pay drop by an average of 4 percent between 1977 and 1988. During the same period, those in the top 1 percent found their incomes rise by 49.8 percent." The MTD convention delegates vowed to seek a fairer decade for workers in the 1990s and enacted a platform calling on rank-and-file trade unionists to get and stay active in politics in order to elect candidates sympathetic to the needs of working people. The delegates enacted resolu­ tions calling for the development of a comprehensive national infra­ structure, reform of the country's troubled health care system and a series of economic policies de­ signed to invigorate the economy. Among the reports adopted b> the delegates were the submis­ sions of the MTD officers outlining the activities of the department for the past two years, a summary of the programs of the MTD's local affiliates—the maritime port coun­ cils—and a legislative review that went over the status of legislation pursued since the group's last con­ vention. ' . f. -It ' �V-7-' ••••'•'•-- • p;5f ¥^# - . -•••7' - ''•'?W^,7r--.«.'- -'- - . ,' -• •;;;;: ^.:,-v •>•.;. .•-A;".: ^ .."... "x'•-•'"V V C.: ^ iMdttilhliitfik'V' ''--"IMP' 'i-'v -'^ • v-y- .•••'^ -i' - • lr<-'r i«. /':v I:','J •'••:'-- -i 7v Vwe'\'''7'''-'"- -fr" D -,,r.v-'- ,... I' ' f !' ;y elegates, participants and observ­ ers to the Maritime Trades Depart­ ment convention represented 42 na­ tional and international unions, port maritime councils and local unions around the nation. During the two-day biennial con­ vention, delegates enacted a platform which colls for revitalizing the nation's economy as well as building up Amer­ ica's shipping capabilities. Pictured on these two pages are many of the trade unionists who come from scores of unions to participate in the MTD's deliberations. James McNamara, ILA John Bowers, President, ILA Richard Trumka, President, and Jerry Jones, Sec.-Treas., UMWA Owen Bieber, President, UAW Virgil Casey and Larry Gregoire, Chemical Workers Michael McKay, District 2—MEBA Robert Meade, Chemical Workers Gordon Spencer, District 2—MEBA Franz E. Glen, Local 6, IBEW Thomas G. Gary, Local 574 IBEW • • 1.- Joseph Sacco, Exec. V.P., SlU Frank Martino, Pres., and Angelo Russo, Ret., ICWU Marvin Markle, Pres. Sugar Workers Douglas Dority, V.P., UFCW. Cliff Valenciana, Glass Molders Tim Moelier, District 2—MEBA Raymond McKay, Pres., D2—MEBA Paperworkers V.P. Jerry Johnston, Sec.-Treas. Jim Dunn and V.P. Mario Scarselietta Jack Greenwood, Local 525 Plumbers G. Barcom, Local 598; 8. Horn, Local 811; A. Barksdale, Local 831; R. Baynes, Plumbers v?W. • J. Cordery, V.P., and Frank Carter, Secre­ tary-Treasurer, Glass Molders Union ^55' I: >ig Lucassen, Pres., and Dave Holtman, Carpenters Ed Harrington. lUOE Local 25 v\',-••-t • .. - v , v.. ^ Vic Hansen, Labor Lawyer Dick Cordtz, Sec.Treas., SEIU Waymon Stewart, South Fla. MTD •' Teddy Gleason, Pres. Emeritus, ILA Thomas Gleason, Counsel, ILA LeBlanc and Lenore Miller, President, RWDSU Jerry Owens, Asst. Gen. Organizer. ILA - , • • Charles W. Jones, Pres., Boilermakers Eihnni William Wynn, President, UFCW John O'Gara, VicePres.. HERE Jerry Willburn, Boilermakers Jake West, President, International Association of Ironworkers Douglas McCarron. Carpenters . '' vir-,- Ande Abbott, Director, J. Hatfield, Pres Boilermakers Glass, Molders James Kerlee, Carpenters Terry Bodewes. Carpenters V.P.'s J. Cordery, W. King, J. Rankin and G. Sheppard, Sec.-Treas. F. Carter, Glass Molders V. Panepinto, Pres., Plasterers, and J. Fay, SlU '• :' James Moore, Carpenters -' Dominic Martell, Sec.Treas., Plasterers Martin Byrne, Ironworkers Robert Brindza and Marilyn LeClaIre, Int. V.P.'s, AFSCME Lou Elesie, Car! Booker and Jim Norwood, Laborers International Union R. Fanning, Local 17, Sheet Metal Workers Kermett Mangram, Port Agent, SlU G. Boncoragllo, Int. V.P., AFSCME Gerald Menapace, Sec.Treas., UFCW Roy "Buck" Mercer, V.P., SlU Ed House, V.P., lAM Lorenzo Cameron, Local 1408 ILA George Poulin, V,P.. lAM Judith C. Boyd, Steelworkers Louie Bravo and Sam J. Caivano, Laborers International Union George McCartney, West Coast, V.P., SlU, and Gunnar Lundeberg, Pres., SUP - Henry "Whitey" Disley, Pres., MFOW J. _4 , .v ;. M:?I7 - . . I :.••.• V .- �•••r«5SH?SS««ir«SWW saFUtas LOG 18 MTD BIENNIAL CONVENTION Wolkers Need Fair Trade, Not Deals for Corporations, :l^p| Say Former Labor Secretary and Canadian Minist A viewpoint that trade is of vital significance for American workers was a centerpiece of the AFLCIO Maritime Trades Department convention held last month in De­ troit. Former Secretary of Labor in the Carter administration, Ray Marshall, put into precise terms the fears of Seafarers and other working people regarding the po­ tential loss of American jobs re­ sulting from any trade deal with Mexico. Marshall characterized the cur­ rent proposed North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) as a mechanism for shifting capi­ tal, not equalizing trade. The U.S./ Mexico/Canada trade talks, as currently being conducted by the Bush administration, are about the reinvestment of capital by Ameri­ can-based multinational corpora­ tions, and they are not about creat­ ing decent jobs for the workers in those countries, said the former secretary of labor who is also a noted economist and scholar. Pursuit of Low Wages "Each $10 an hour job that goes to Mexico (from the United States) adds $15,000 in (corporate) profits," Marshall noted. The mul­ tinational corporations want "to reduce the skills of workers to appendages of machines and weaken the collective bargaining of unions." He said the North American trade deal would "accelerate the loss of U.S. and Canadian jobs" because corporations are pushing a "low wage policy." He added that the heads of state of the three nations have said the "market will take care of the workers and the countries. If we leave it up to the market, it will create lower wages, not higher wages. Business will maximize profits which are not in the interest to their countries." Marshall added the problems faced in America today are similar to those faced by the country dur­ ing the 1930s. He said unions through collective bargaining agreements helped to sustain the purchasing power of workers. p' bl- i. 8J.--.. 1^' M-'S'yJ-r. i- rr" ••'_ / ' fy^yyy;:'- &• h ;: O' , y • I' Need a Social Charter "We need to develop a fullemployment strategy, rebuild our infrastructure and provide incen­ tives to develop a high wage strat­ egy. We ought to tell corporations that if you don't provide an ade­ quate wage, we don't want you. We need to discourage sweat shops, not encourage as we are doing" with the proposed free trade deal. Another item Marshall said needs to be a part of any trade agreement is a social clause for workers similar to the one adopted by the European Community. The social charter calls on the low wage countries of the Euro­ pean Community to bring their workers up to level enjoyed by their fellow workers in the other 'a,/ V member countries, according to Marshall and David Barrett, a min­ ister in Canada's House of Commons. "Europe is getting its act to­ gether," Barrett told the conven­ tion delegates. "In 1992, it is get­ ting rid of low wages. This is a challenge to the U.S., Canada and Mexico to put the same charter on the table." Barrett, joined by other mem­ bers of the Canadian parliament, adjusted the U.S. Congress earlier this year not to extend fast track authority in trade negotiations be­ cause of the loss of jobs in Canada created by a 1988 pact between the U.S. and his country. He noted the job flight would continue moving south should the U.S. sign an agreement with Mexico. "Corporate international capital is seeking out low-wage labor." "The prospect of signing the current NAFTA with Mexico threatens what is left of the U.S. Addressing the concerns of workers on trade were MTD convention speakers (from left) economist Ray Marshall, AFL-CiO secretary-treasurer Thomas R. Donahue and David Barrett, a member of the Canadian parliament. middle-class and Canada," Barrett said. "We have to make sure the Trade Representative knows what is required," Thomas R. Donahue, secretary-treasurer of the AFLCIO, told the MTD. "They are not going to get away with a lousy agreement that gives away our jobs." Congressman John Dingell (DMich.) informed the convention that the focus from the White House for the last 11 years has been abroad. "We've coddled and curried fa­ vor around the world. For 11 years we have had presidents who have exported jobs," Dingell ex­ claimed. "They have not paid heed to the needs of Americans! The jobs are going because the things you have to do (to keep them in the U.S.) haven't been done for 11 dark, repressive years! "The administration should be concerned with America first. Something is radically wrong!" he added. Speakeis Call for Economic Rally In 1990s Among the MTD convention speakers were (from left) Robert McGlotten, legislative director, AFL-CIO; Congressman John Dingell, and Diane Felnstein, former mayor of San Francisco. The issues that concern the worker should set the nation's legislative agenda for the 1990s, was the rallying cry proclaimed by several of the speakers at the biennial convention of the MTD meeting in Detroit last month. Health care, rebuilding the country's infrastructure (roads, schools and cities), pumping up the economy, allowing access to unemployment compensation to those in need and preventing the replacement of striking workers by scabs, will have to be ad­ dressed by politicians if they want the support of working people, said the speakers, who were both elected officials and trade un­ ionists. "The people of this country are waking up and they don't like what they see," Thomas R. Donahue, AFL-CIO secretary-treasurer told the convention delegates who rep­ resent 42 trade unions and 8.5 million workers. "People want a better life than they have." Concerning a national health care policy. Congressman John Dingell (D-Mich.) announced to the MTD, "George Bush can go to Walter Reed (Army Hospital) for his annual check-up, but there are 37 million Americans with no health insurance. There are an additional 30 million Americans who have partial and inadequate health care." Dingell pointed out the German republic under Bismarck adopted a national health policy in 1870, while King Edward instituted England's in 1905. "We are the only industrialized country with no health care pro­ gram!" the congressman added. If things do not change, Dingell stated "by the year 2050, 50 cents of every dollar spent in this coun­ try will be on health care." Dingell noted that Reagan and Bush had turned the United States from the world's largest creditor to the world's largest debtor na­ tion. The congressman stated, "Bush has given us a recession that ranks with 1929." He added the national debt is nearly five times the size it was before the Reagan-Bush era. "It is time Washington and the administration know what has to be done is to look after our own people," Dingell said. -Donahue said the country is in the thralls of a "silent depression." He noted wages have decreased in the U.S. for five straight years. "Weekly wages in 1990 buy 20 percent less than they did in 1972." He quoted candidate George Bush in 1988 as promising to cre­ ate 30 million new jobs in eight years. "As of last year, 159,000 new jobs have been created," Do­ nahue pointed out. "At this rate, it would take 570 years and eight months to create all those jobs!" "We have to address the issues through politics. We have to have candidates on which we can rely. We need to get as much support as we can for S. 55 (the striker replacement bill before the Sen­ ate)," Donahue told the gathering. "Business says 'don't disturb the balance.' But that was not raised in 1947 with Taft-Hartley and in 1959 with Landrum-Griffin. "We are supposed to believe a balance exists. I'd settle for the balance of 1938 (when the prolabor Wagner Act was passed)." "The issues of working people are issues politicians can run on," Robert McGlotten, director of the AFL-CIO Department of Legisla­ tion, told the delegates. "We are not going to sit idly by and let (the politicians and corporate America) set the agenda. We are going to do what we do best— organize." Former mayor of San Fran­ cisco, Diane Feinstein, who is run­ ning for an open senate seat in California, said, "We need a com­ prehensive maritime policy that levels the playing field, that smashes unfair trading practices and jjarriers, and that assures the survival of America's merchant marine." •V. f- �DECEMBER 1991 19 Seafarers Send Holiday Greetings From ships and from their homes, SIU members and their families have sent holiday greetings to their loved ones and shipmates. Th^ appear on this page and dje following three pages. The greetings are listed in alphabetical order fry Ifre name of dre individual sending the message. To all Seafarers and to Vice President Joe Sacco and employees of the SIU To all SIU Seafarers everywhere Thanks. SIU. for the opportunity for me to wish all Seafarers everywhere a Merry X-Mas and a Happy New Year, plus go<^ health and smooth sailing. Frederick Benedict To Mose Herrow, Hank Taylor, Larry Gee, Joe Williams and all retirees and their families To all members and officials To the Brotherhood of the Sea. my family and 1 wish you all a healthy and joyous holiday season. Ed Abiialy To my husband LIto Sending you all my love this holiday. Mahal, thank you for everything you have done for me and for being there when I needed you. Ltizviminda Acostu To my my tMlfe, Becky, and children, Joseph, Patric ricia, William, Robert Jr., Harry and Nancy Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a trouble free New Year. Consider this greeting your Christmas present. Robert Adams To all Curtis Bay Towing Co. friends and crewmembers In Baltimore from 1949-1987 Happy holidays to you and your loved ones. I now live in Harford Co. (301) 893-3941. Andrew Adams After 36 years at sea. since age 13. this seaman is proud to be retired, cooking at home, gardening & RV traveling with my wife, Rosemary. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 1992. Domenic Cito (age 83) A family To all my friends and their famiiies To all Seafarers May your holidays and the New Year be the happiest and best that you have ever enjoyed before. Clarence Benjamin Merry Christmas and smooth sailing through the New Year. Keep faith in your union and may God keep you in his care. Sincerely. Raoitl Cabrera To all Seafarers and their famiiies To my old shlpjmates, active or retired We would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy, healthy New Year^ Whitey, Miriam <t Alex Benzuk To ali Seafarers Ame Bjorsson. John Davies. Rundblad Brothers. Nick Brancato. Please Write: 716 Springdale Ave.. East Gr­ ange. N.J. 070I7-I62I. Neal Cairns I wish all a happy Christmas and New Year. __ „ Henry Braudussi To all my former shipmates from APL and hip days Matson passenger ship To ali President Sacco. his staff and those at Piney Point, and all Seafarers—You deserve many happy holidays for you have served us well; and personally for 48 years at sea and have kept me alive another ten. May you enjoy smooth sailing and a Merry Christmas with a happy and prosperous New Year. John Blank 3rd To the SIU Seasons greetings and a happy, prosperous and healthy New Year. Scotty Ctiirns To all Seafarers and shipmates Merry Christmas and a joyous. Happy New Year. Tony Caldeira To retired and active seamen Wishing seamen and their families a Merry Xmas and very Happy New Year. May the Lord bless all. James L. Calhoun I live proud of being a member of Seafarers. Wishing all of the Seafarers and their families utmost joy and God's blessings, from a retired member. Faustina Alejandro I'm writing these brief words to thank you for the help that I have received from you. May the Lord bless you and the organization. I wish you and your families a prosperous holiday. Felix Bonefont To Willie Mitchell Greetings to all Seafarers Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Mr. <S Mrs. Rudy Cancela With warm greetings and renewed hopes for peace, contentment and joy in the coming year. Andrew and Jane Boney To baby C. Christopher and daughter Ida, Percy & Dollie K. To all Seafarers May you have the happiest of holidays. Just don't wreck the caddy. Lisa Allard To Valente Bah Humbug!! Allard To the SlU leadership, to all brothers Thanks for having a union that takes care of all seamen, and to all our union'leaders who make these dreams come true, thanks. Lorenzo Alvardo To all retired Seafarers To my father Rafael and the Bonefont family I wish we all can be together for all the holiday season, but we can't, so 1 wish all the best this holiday. Elias Bonefont To the oyo-oyo's and anting-anting gangs of Hawaii crewmembers I wish you a healthy, happy and joyful holiday. Stephen J Andros To all Seafarers May good health, happiness and prosperity be yours this holiday season, followed with smooth sailing in '92. Remeinbering you always. Gerry Borozan To all former MC&S Seafarers Holiday greetings to all my shipmates. Living now at 2078 Madrona Street. North Bend. Ore. 97439. Ernest Bossom Have a nice Christmas at sea from your son and stepfa­ ther. Let's ship together next year. Warm regards to my old bosuns and shipmates. Evan Bradley To Robert Natlvldad To Cross Hartior Railroad employees and retirees Happy holidays and smooth sailing to the sailors of class 438 wherever you are. William Boyd Dear Griando. long time friend, shipmate, hope you and Betsie are doing as well as can be. health & otherwise. Have a happy holiday. Charles A. Carr To Robert P. Carson Jr. Merry. Merry Christmas with good health & happiness for the coming year. Love you lots. Ma & Pa (Ruth and Robert Carson) To Rachel E. Carson Rachel. I want you to know that I love you and miss you. AlsOi that I wish that I could be with you this holiday season. Daddy (Robert P. Carson Jr.) Bosun Ben Velner & family Want to wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. You're a good friend and shipmate. Thanks for the care package. Robert P. Carson Jr. May the wonderous spirit of this holy season shine in your heart all through the years. Seasons greetings to all. Frederick Breimann To Robert P. Carson Jr. To all Seafarers To Sean S. Hanlay To Sra Rosarlo Colon Castell I retired as a wheelsman in 1973 on the MV Nicolet. My wife and I wish to send our greetings to my former shipmates. Andrew Aspseter Christmas won't be the same without my favorite Santa. Especially since he is my life, my love, my GAG. my everything. I'll love you always. Jill-Marie Brittain To all Seafarers and their families To all Seafarers Me and my wife would like to wish all of you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. God bless you. Paul & Donna Aubain I would like to wish a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to the union, officials (active and retired) and all their families. George Brooks To J. Roy Von Holden To all of my ex-shlpmates May your Christmas geese be plentiful. Wishing you a splendid holiday. Lisa A Hope this to be your best Christmas ever. Travis H. Brewer Jr. To Mom and Pop To the SIU The boatswain wants to know where you went wrong. Have a joyous holiday and save those presents for me. Lisa A Bet mom loved her chain-fall. Happy holidays to all my brothers and sisters still on ships who remember me. I am Rae Brucato now retired. I was a beautician in gift shop, and keeper on all our cruise ships. I now live at 139 Tiburon Blvd.. San Pedro. Calif. Rae Brucato To my son Vicente Jr., Peggy Reyes and Lisa Burgos Les deceo unas felices navidades y un prospero ano neuvo y que Dios me los bendiga a los tres y nietos Edwinsito. Joana. Julito. Melissa, este mensaje se lo agradesco al periodico de la union el LGG. Gracias. Vicente Burgos To all Seafarers Enjoying my retirement. Doing a lot of traveling, fishing and hunting. May you all have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Mike Bakos To all Holiday greetings to all Seafarers. Joe Sacco and family. George McCartney and the whole union staff. Joe. I appreciate your letter. Thank you. I served with honor in the Air Force and the SIU. Sal Barbara To all members of the SIU Happy holiday and good wishes. May all enjoy the SIU like I did. Special greetings to all 1 sailed and worked with. Arthur (Archie) Beck To all Seafarers, members and their families Greetings! Percival Belgrave To the Steward Department Smithy, who worked on Lurline Liner; Gil Rodriguez. Don Moss. Gentry and Tom Tom. Shipmates who all worked with me on Victories and Cargo ships. Merry Christmas! Bell To all my friends and family Merry Christmas to all sea goers dnd Happy New Year. God bless you all. Tommy (T.Man) Belvin I owe you a great deal. You fill my aging years with more pleasant memories, without which my life would be a lot duller; and so I thank you, and I wish you all the things you yearn for. I hope you have nothing but good memories of the past. Wishing you health and great happiness for now and the years to come. Tom Colway To all Seafarers To Hershel A. Orlando I always remember you: Mi amigo Casimiro desde nuestros. Viajes juntos, en el S/S Rice Queen. Nunca' olvino tu amistad. felicidades. Angel Aroche Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Douglas. I love you and miss you very much. Hope to be with you soon. All my love. Lola S. Bailey To ali the wonderful guys I ever sailed yrhh To Scottie Aubusson, all port agents and Seafarers To Douglas Laughlln and Jayson Gingrich To Douglas Avery Clark From what was formerly IGT of Phila.. Pa., a happy holiday greeting. Capt. Raymond W. and Thelma Collins To my old shipmates and to Dear brothers and sisters: Holiday greetings, good health, and best wishes to all. E.C. Carpenter To Mom, Ray, Kathleen, Frances, Greg, Clif­ ford and Elsie Bobby. Merry Christmas and best wishes for a happy, healthy New Year! Love. Ging (Ruthann Carson) Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Jose M. Castell all my fc and family Merry Christmas and many good wishes for the coming year. Eugene (Gene) Castillo To all my brothers and sisters Be glad you have a job. stick with it. things are getting bad. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. James Catania To Richard J. McConnell, Charles R. Johnson and Rafeal RIos Here's wishing my brother seamen a happy holiday from the Chacon family. And to George Bronson on shore gang in Gakland. Calif.. Merry Xmas and Happy New Year. Lou Chacon To all Seafarers Happy holidays to all. Thanks to the Seafarers Union for your support for 31 years retirement, pay and help. Carter Carl Chambers To fellow Seafarers Seasons greetings and best wishes to all my old friends. I am now at 20 Josiah in San Francisco. 94112. Please write. Ping King Chang Ben. Al. Louis. Byron. Helen. Virginia. Micky. Sandy. Laginess. McNabb. Richard. Eddy Danashefski. Health and happiness to all. The ghost of Christmas past re­ members Bill Burke To all my shipmates To former shipmates Also, officials and employees at Camp Springs and Piney Point best wishes, good health and happiness this holiday season. Herbert C. Cal Chattom and wife Merry Christmas. Happy New Year—BobCrotty. Byron Kelley and all. Retirement is great. Thanks. All the family is well. Timothy Burke To all Seafarers Anchors of faith in the storm. Gpen your bibles at Chapter I John vs. 2:4 - 3:4 - Mark 2:28 and Luke 4:16. Merry Christmas my dearest brothers and sister. Iverson Burns To Sharon Ortiz Wish you a beautiful holiday and all the best to you and your family because Christmas is extra special, just like you! Forrest FredBurris To Frederick Paul Sanchez Fred P. Sanchez!! Falcon Princess Now that I have your attention. . . Have a Merry Christmas. Love. Yvonne, Mike. Victoria and Dylan To all Seafarers I am hoping that all my brothers of the Seafarers, retired and active, will have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Gaetano Busciglio To fellow seamen Holiday wishes to all my shipmates. Special thanks to Seafarers L(K3. Burial at Sea article on our husband/ brother. Together again one day. Nina and Bobby Butts %: To ail my fellow shipmates and friends To faculty members and families To Caslmiro Ramos Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year. I'm really enjoying my retirement. May God bless you and the SlU. J.D. Babin Wishing each and everyone and their families at Seafarers a very happy holiday season. Let's not forget all the great people working at the union table. If it wasn't for them, we wouldn't have the greatest union in the world. Omar Collins Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to my co­ workers: Would like to hear from you. (504)332-2300. Dudley A. Bonvillain To sailors of class #458 To all SlU members To ali Seafarers and famiiies I wish all Seafarers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. James Carder Wishing you a joyous holiday season, and may God's richest blessings be with you as you keep up the good work. Joseph Arch Cuz. how's Tony in Long Beach? I hope Mt. Pinatubo didn't damage your house in Alongapo. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to family from SS LNG Leo. Gene Aruta Dear Sammy. Wishing you the best of this upcoming holiday season. Everyone is fine, we miss you! Please call soon. Rosie (Rose M. Cleveland) To all Seafarers To all Seafarers, retired and active To all B&D RR Marine pensioners in the New York area Warmest Aloha of holiday greeting. God's love and blessings to you and yours. Feliciano Phil Canon To S.J. Alpedo Wishing you a happy and enjoyable holiday season. You are doing an excellent job. Keep up the good work. Horace Carmichael In memory of my beloved husband, Scott Anderson Happy holidays to all and their families. Wishing you a safe and prosperous New Year. Tiny Anderson Cruz Tony Ctinedo A greeting to Arvo Kaupi. Bob Kutzner. Bob McCarl and best wishes to our son Michael D. Clark in Baltimore. Leonard F. Clark Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. God bless you. George C. Cordeiro Hope you all have a very nice holiday coming up. Merry X-Mas and a Happy New Year. William Alvaro To all former shipmates Happy holidays! To all my Seafarer brothers, executives and staff in i San Francisco and Maryland To all Seafarers To my old shipmates and our president and his staff I hope someday we'll work all together again gang. Just don't forget batch 87-90 oyo-oyo guys of the galley. Nice working with you guys. Dante D. Bongolan You will be missed these holidays, by us all. Happy holidays to all his union brothers. Marguerite Anderson To all SIU members and families Greetings from F.R. Clarke (Snoopy). May you all have a happy, healthy and prosperous holiday. Good luck to all from Snoopy. Florian R. Clarke •. i'.»: Red Campbell and everybody at headquarters My best wishes for good health, luck and happiness to everyone. A good handshake for Red Campbell, my old shipmate (Bull-Lines). Jose Cortes To ail my dear shipmates Greetings, happy holidays and my best wishes to all my fellow shipmates. I still rememlwr the great times we had together. God bless you all. Tony Cortes (aka Hollywood) i: To all my friends, and even my enemies among my former shipmates in our Union Best wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Clarence (Bud) Cousins To all Seafarers and retired iM-othere Best wishes and good luck for the holidays. Be thankful we have super leadership. God bless you all. also, all officials. John Coyle To all Greetings to all my shipmates, both active and retired. Especially Peter Lypen and Ivy Cox. John B. Crane To Bill Cronan Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Love. John and Paula Cronan To all my Immediate family members God daughter Melanie Marie, sisters Agnes & Marion, brother Charles, also to my former shipmates and their families. May all your voyages in life be ship shape and may you enjoy continuing good health from stem to stern always. William J. Crowie 5®-- • 1--- To all the brothers and families of the SIU My sincerest greetings and happiness throughout alj the holiday years. May God bless our union! Alberto Cruz To all the brothers, members, retired and active Merry Christmas and wishing you the best in health. Good luck in the coming year, especially for the brothers who will be at sea on December 23. Estuardo Cvenca To the people who know me I'm still in prison and I just want to say Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all. I'm doing okay. • Thomas M. Curley To Cierra Janey Curtis This holiday message goes out to my beautiful daughter for being there when I wasn't. I love you deeply and may this be a very Merry Christmas to you. Cierra Janey Curtis, from Daddy (Chris Curtis) Seasons greetings from an old Great Lakes and salt water sailor. Bert J. Chapman To all SIU brothers To everyone associated wHh Seafarers and families Holiday greetings and best wishes to all. May God bless everyone in these sacred holidays. Peace and Love. Sze Ju Chen To all my Seafarers friends, both retired and sailing To tfie Damron clan Happy holidays. I am always there Mond. Joe. Rick. Tammy. Gary. Jess. Jason and Misty. Love ya. miss ya. Ralph (Beetle) Damron To Ron, Rick & Beverly, Therese, Ronnie, Draxle, Josh, Carley and Lisa, and Matt I wish you all the best, with health and happiness to all. Dan Joe Cherry Jr Missing you all very much. Happy holidays. Pray it's better than now. Always there. Ralph (Beetle) Damron To John B. Harris To Seafarers LOG Wishing you and your family a happy holiday and on your retirement. I still think of the go^ old days down in Norfolk. Good health! John N. Chiorra My daughter Tina and I wish you a Merry Christmas during this special season. Loving yoii in Christ. Ctara Faye Daniels To all active and retired metntyers on the Great Lakes To SIU Seafarers A Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year to all the retired members that I have worked with in this great union. Willie W. Cichocke Have a wonderful holiday season! When the new year arrives, may it find you headed home to the Lundeberg School where we miss you and love you. Grace H Davis To all members of SIU To all Wishing all members a happy season and good heajth to all. Vincent Ciprian My wife and 1 are wishing the very best holiday to all retirees, active members and officials of the SIU family. Guy DeBaere i" M �., p-W r• • .•.^^'-U.-» • - (.1^-' V f'.,-^. . M^S(!!iB3?*»SS!^«d;(siS3iSS!^^ • I . >-i! '"| iiW»**'rjU'li''C"'f' u 1. *• • "> 1 il1M.wi^i».liiij^' ir-SpirLr'-ii- V".---i —•-* -- ' •••i'V/'-;-.-; safMURSLoe 20 To Kaiwi FMMNI Mele Kalikimalca Haouli Makahiki Ho! Hope your holi­ days are full of fun and laughter. Keep smiling! Donna DeCesare To Tommy Klairw Mele Kalikimaka Haouli Makahiki Ho! I love you TomTom. Hope we are together soon Donna DeCesare To Don Montoya Christmas time comes and goes but my love for you always grows. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, hon. Hopefully I am right by your side during the holiday season. Love always. Donna DeCesare To Wiggle Reyes Mele Kalikimaka Hauoli Makahiki Ho! Hope you are enjoying the many wonders of the world. Love you. Donna DeCesare To retired Seafarers Joe DeCinque wishes all old friends a happy holiday. I'm doing well at my new residence. 1331 Garrison Rd.. Vineland. N.J. 08360: (609) 794-8288. Joseph DeCinque To Mr. & Mrs. C.S. DeLatte Am praying for a happy holiday for all the family. But mostly for my Moma to get well and then we wilt all be very happy. Your son. Tommy (Thomas DeLalle) To new Seatarera It might be a hard way to make a living but at the end when you retire you will feel you accomplished a well done job. Julius D. DeigaJo To ex-shipmatea and union brothers With the greatest joy I send greetings and happiness to , all my ex-shipmates and union brothers aboard, beyond the seas all over the world. Happiest X-mas. Pedro DelValle To Douglas DeMonte Merry Christmas on the high seas. Loved and missed by "all. Hope to see you .soon. Sandra and the kids To Mrs. Bertha DePalma I love you Big Berth. Your merchant marine hero. Charles DePalma To John Holtschiag Merry Christmas and best wishes for the New Year! Your Bainbridge Island family misses you. . . Neil. Sally. Sarah and Ted Deilz To my union officials, members and brotliers To Gary Fain, aon Eric Mantoy, naphaw Cliarlaa (Rad) Powara, frianda and all Saaferars To all the above. I wish a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Gary and Eric, it's your deal, and to Charles, hi. . Betty Fain To all Saafarara My old friends and shipmates of the years gone by. best wishes for the holidays wherever you may be. God bless you all. John FanoH To Adrian and Jaaaica Rirquiiar Sorry couldn't be with both of you this Christmas. Mommy couldn't help it. Merry Christmas. Happy New Year! Be good to each other. I love you very much. Florie Farquhar To R. Glannlnl Hope you're having fun. especially this coming holiday season. Take care of yourself. Love always. F. Farquhar To all formar ahlpmataa wtiaresoever dlaparaed Have a joyful and healthy holiday season. After 44 years at sea I have many fond memories to reflect upon. Mr. and Mrs. John Zero Fedesovich To all Seafarers Seasons greetings to all. May the holidays bring you happiness through the coming years. A special holiday greeting to all my friends in Seattle. Wash. Christos Ferrous To all my shipmates I sailed with during my 40 years of going to sea. Best wishes to all of you this holiday season. Tommy Ray Fillinghim Sr. To all Seafarers Having a great retirement in London. Was just inRotter­ dam and Pernis. no ships in. Smooth sailing to you all. Erik Whitey Fischer To Elmer W. Rushing The best of health to an old seafarer's friend. James C. Flippo To Old shipmates on the Alcoa Cavalier '47* '48, Puerto RIcp '50-'51 To all my longtlms friends & fellow Seafarers To all my friends A very Merry Christmas and our best wishes for every happiness in the coming New Year. Antonio L. and Angela Dos Santos A great big hello, and to all of you who still go to sea. I hope you all have smooth sailing. With me. I am still going fishing, this is the way it is: Now I am old. my slippers are black I walk to the comer and puff my way back. The reason I know my youth has been spent my get up and go has got up and went. But I really don't mind when I think with a grin of all the grand places my get up has been. Since I have retired from life's competition I find every day an exact repetition. I get up each mom and dust off my wits. grab for the paper and read the obits. If my name is missing I know I'm not dead. so I eat a big breakfast and go back to bed. Jack French To all Seafarara Happy holidays to all Seafarers, active and retired. We belong to a great union. We want it to keep getting better as the years roll on. John Doyle To all our offlclala and their families Love to all and our retired brothers. Happy holidays. Curtis Duvote To all Seafarers Best wishes for a happy holiday season and a blessed New Year! Helen Dragaron Igreet you in the name of Jesus Christ. To all crewmembers. a holiday greeting. Hope that everything goes right on the holiday and the days you are all at sea. William A. Graves To mambera of tfw SIU 1 wish the very best to you. May you be filled with Christmas cheer and enjoy His blessings throughout the year! Joseph Leroy Gray To Pinay Point admiaakms and Manpowar Happiest holidays to all and best wishes in the New Year. Candy Man (James Gregory) To Aibart Anttiony Griilo I miss you. I love you. Merry Christmas. You are the very best. I wish I could give you a present right now. Gayie Grillo To Ai Grillo Merry Christmas. Dad. and Happy New Year. Where's my automatic car? I got my permit!! X-mas on the cruise ship. Love. Acfj (Grillo) To SS Atlantic American Banner Line '57 When Paul Hall appointed me head waiter on the posh SIU passenger ship Atlantic, recommended by Ed Mooney. Joe DiGiorgio. Frank Mongelli and Red Campbell. I was elated to no end and wish toextend X-mas greetings to all former crewmembers. Walter Grosvenor To my family Holiday greetings to my daughters. Anita and Sandra, and my wife. Mary, and friend. Vince Ratcliff. and to all members, ex-shipmates and officials. Yours sincerely. Len Grove Warmest regards and best wishes for good health. To those who have passed on. rest in peace. To all. my thanks for happy shipboard days. Jim Foti To all Seafarers To all hands Merry X-mas and a happy, prosperous New Year. Floyd W. Fritz To all Seafarers from 1947 to 1959 and beyond Many happy holidays to all of you and our great union, none better to my many friends and company workers throughout the last 32 years. Mit hael J. Dunn To Persian Gulf crew on SS Cape Avinof To co-wortcers 1946 to 1980 Happy holiday, guys! You deserve it. Enjoyed sailing with you all. Best to you and yours in the New Year. Sam and Doug Eadie A Merry Christmas and a healthy, happy, prosperous New Year to you and your families. Miss you all. Jesus V. Garcia To SlU ofncers and staff To my family, friends and Seafarers Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to the Seafarers International Union, more power. Gill C. Ebon Wish everyone Merry Christmas, healthy New Year and peaceful and prosperous future. For my wife. Sharon. I'll be home for Christmas. Celebrate His birth. Robert F. Garcia To all Seafarara Wishing you all a happy holiday season and a wonderful New Year!!! Marcelo /. Eimar To Seafarers and all families and Joe Sacco Have a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year. To all. I say thanks for all you have done and will do in the future. All the dealings I have had with the union have been good thank you. Have a happy holiday to all. Kathryn Ellison To Seafwers memliers Me and my family would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year .Joseph English' To Seafarers International Union In the name of brotherhood. I want to thank all the members for my pension checks, without which I couldn't survive since my husband's death. Martha R. Gardner To my wife, Connie, and Joshua and Jason Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, sweetheart. With all my love. Jimmie (Garner) ToSiU 'To all my friends and shipmates. Merry X-mas to all. Raymond K. Garner To all Seafarers Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Also to all SlU officers & personnel. To aii my SiU shipmates To Seafarers and their families, retired mem­ bers and families A retired member and family sends holiday greetings and a Happy New Year to all. Jacob C. Hammond To ali Seafarers I hope all Seafarers have a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year. Isaac Perry Hancock To all ^afarers I am certainly glad and proud to be a retired member of the SIU. and God bless you all! Donald C. Henderson To all my Seafaring friends Merry Christmas. Happy New Year and may God bless you all in the year of 1992 and all the coming years. Frederick C. Hansen Jr. To WlnHera and Ray Harper I pray you have a Merry. Merry X-mas and be joyful in the Lord always. Love you. James E. Harper To all my friends I've shipped with liefore Happy holidays to you and your families. I hope to see you all again. Since I got married and quit shipping for 14 years, some people might think I died or something. But I'm single and back shipping, so don't be surprised if you see me coming up the gangway. Jerome R. Haymaker To all my ex-shipmates and union officials Lawrence G. Pagan To families, members and friends Hi. my loved ones. I hope these words find you all in good health and spirit. Just like to say Merry Christmas and a peace, joy and loving New Year. Love. Chris Jasmin To Mcas shipmates Holiday greetings to my MC&S shipmates and to all the old men of the sea. Holger Swede Jensen To all SIU members Greetings. Wishing you the best of the holiday season and the coming year. Eduniges De Jesus To friends of Mr. Herbert Brandon Mr. Herbert Brandon, retired MC&S. isin aconvalescent home, paralyzed with stroke, cannot use legs. Would like to hear from anyone who knew him. Terrace View Convalescent Center. Room 209-3. 1701 18th Ave. So.. Seattle. Wash 98144. Edsel M. Johns To all SIU members and their famiiies Holiday greetings from the family of the late Arnold F. Johnson who passed away Nov. 17. 1990. Hawaina Johnson To Vivian S. Johnson To the world's best mom! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Michael M. Johnson Merry Christmas. Happy New Year, happy retirement. Melvin H. and Lizzie B. Jones To all Seafarers and office personnei May you all have a Merry Christmas and a happy prosperous New Year. God bless and keep you. Morris J. Jorgensen Also to John Fay and union officials—Heff hopes all of my shipmates and their families have a good and happy holiday and best wishes for everyone. Rich and Olive He/Jley To Ben bnd George Henderson The nicest thing about Christmas is family. We care and remember and love no matter how far away you are. Merry Christmas. Wilhelmina Henderson and family Baker Whiteiy men To all Seafdrars Greetings for the best of holidays. Hope this message finds all of you in the best of berilth. Joe Goren Happy Holidays to all Seafarers and their families who I had the privilege to know and work with during the year of 1950-1987. Jimmie L. Jackson To shipmates and families To all my atilpmatea To MC & S and penskmsrs To all Holiday greetingsand sincere thanks to Seafarers Welfare for all your help at sea and ashore. Reiko and Myron Healman A very Merry Xmas and a prosperous and Happy New Year. David C. Gilmore Joe Sacco, our President Michael Sacco and all office workers at union hall. Camp Springs. 1 want to wish a very Merry Christmas and a very pleasent New Ye^ to all at headquarters. My wife Agpses sends her greetings to all you folks. To Morty Tashman They say it is better to give than receive, so I suggest you give me the $150 you owe me before you receive a knot on your head. Buster Hyman To ali retired members To Natco Dredge crewmen Retired 3/1/91. heart attack and open heart suigery 5/16/ 91. Now healthy and happy, hope to enjoy a few good years. Give me a call (813) 884-2926. Floyd Haynes To all Seafarers that I have sailed with To ail at headquartara What's happening? 13801 So. Vermont. Gardena. Calif. 90247-2096. Wydell W. Hollywood Hughes May the peace of Jesus be yours this holiday season. Go^ will toward all. I miss you all. Jamie Hall Wishing you all the blessings of X-mas. May you all receive in your hearts the presence of our saviour who loves us all very much. Basilio Estrella Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, babe! Always remember that my love for you remains as permanent as our tattoo. Arohanui. your wife forever. Tracy L. Glossin To MC&S retirees I sailed with on MCS-Passenger Cruise Service Matson - Pacific Far East - American President and Moore McCormack Freighters June 1959-1978 Eugene R. Hall Seasons greetings and a happy and prosperous New Year to all. Ernie Gibbons To Devin L. Glossin Mele Kaliki Maka and Haole Maka Hiki Hon. Please write and stop by if you have a chance. I sure miss you guys. 2036 4th St.. San Rafael. Calif. 94901. Donavan Hughes To MIttie, J.W. and Tasha Jemlgan To all my Seataier broltiara & family (retired & inactive duty) Honey, have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Wish I could be there. Love. Jimmy (James Giadney) Henry H. Huber To ali Seafarers whom i worked with Wishing you all a Mele Kalikimaka and Hauoli Makahiki Hev. Aloha. P.S. Can I please come back? Brian Isenstadt A happy, healthy 1992. Come to our reunion picnic so we can see and enjoy each other again (Sept 13. 1992). Jackie Henriksen To Ruth Giadney Retired these many yearsbut though partially blind, have some great memories of our times together, some of the best years of my life. Cheers. To the crew of the cable ship Charles Browii To crew and staff on SS Constitution and SS Independence As a retired charter inember from 1938.1 send a greeting to all. Michael Gison Tci Other retired members of President Lines 9fl|p3 Setting in the ole rocking chair. Fain! times a bit hard to bear Seafarer retiree benefits the most Christmas cheers and New Year's toast! Smooth sailitig. God bless Thanks for all your support and patience. Have a Happy Christmas. Your. son. Sean L. Essex I wish all my shipmates a healthy X-mas and a safe New Year. H.A. (Johnie) Etzel Sr. Been retired for 9 years. Enjoying my vegetable garden and bargainhunting at flea markets, but miss sailing from Boston. Best wishes to you all. John Frenchie Hubbard To all Wish you holiday greetings. To Bob and Marl Vonne Hyama To ali Seafarers Merry Christmas, dude. Haven't heard from you in a while. Any members that know Jim. tell him to write Mike Ingram. P.O. Box 265. Lynnwood, Wash. 98046 Mike Ingram Merry X-mas and Happy New Year. I miss you all and being aboard SIU ships. Write me and I'll answer you. Donato Giangiordano Thomas J. Esposito Best wishes to all Seafarers in the world for a special holiday season. Seafarers arc special people; they de­ serve the best. Hubert (Red) House To Jim Antierson Hope you and your families have a happy holiday and a wonderful new year. James M. Hassell It's been wonderful working with you. I am now enjoying the Seafarers Pension Plan. Enjoy life. You will miss it when it's over. Luther Gadson To Seafarers Wish all happy holidays and a healthy New Year. Antonio Guillen To ali Seafarers and to ali the memliers who worked on the Eagie Point In ttw Philadelphia Hartwr TB fellow shipmates and retirees A Meiiy Christmas and Happy New Year to all Seafarers and their families. Leonard C. Hope To all active Seafarara, retirees and union officials We both wish every member of the SlU. on land or sea. a happy holiday because we arc the world, we are the children. Thanks. SlU. for being here. Arthur and Elizabeth Fontaine Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Let me hear from past shipmates. My address is ISIS Alzonzo St.. Jonesboro. Ark. 72401. Ben Fratello Sincere wishes for a happy holiday. Everyone here is fine. Love to Torrie and Katawha. Call me at (301) 3664113. Mrs. Vernon Douglas To all I To all Seafarers I am sending my sincere love and greetings to my union members and brothers those that retired and those that still work and their families. And those who are in the hospital. I wish them a speedy recovery. And to the LOG officials, many greetings to them for the wonderful work that they have done for years. I wish you all prosperity and happiness for the years to come. Hezekiah Donavan To Mr. and Mrs. Tonrie KIdd To Seafarers Intsmational Union To all my brotlwrs and sistsrs We are truly blessed this holiday season. Living in a great country and members of the greatest union. Happy Jack Gottlieb holiday. Bob Henninger Sr. To ail my old friends To aii Seafvers and famiiies and SiU hali in Houston Gene Taylor. Bo James. Dean. Joe Perez to name a few. Happy holidays. Godspeed to one and all. Milly Hess To aii Saafaiws and SiU and #50 Dist (Norfolk) To ail my A.B. students Ahoy there mates. Hope the holiday season finds you off the rocks and steering a steady course. I am looking forward to seeing your BOLD selves in '92 at the Point for your license. Jake T. Karaczynski To all SIU Seafarers Greetings. SIU brothers of the sea and all seamen of the world, wherever you may be . . . Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. William Karpiak To Mrs. Rose Hall Thanks for everything and all greetings.Jo/in C. Katsos To all Seafarers A greeting to all from a retired Seafarer, and thanks to all for making it possible to retire with no worries. B. Kazmierski Kevin Keliey - Bigane Fueling Just want to wish you happy holidays and hope to see you soon. Brother Tim Keltey Holiday greetings to all. Thank you for giving us security and contentment in our retirement years. God bless you! Gardner Hewitt To all Seafarers Motorcyclists Club To ali rstirsd members Happy holidays from the port of Algonac. Ride safe next summer. Tim Keliey Holiday greetings. I would like to hear from you. I now live at Rt. 2. Box 2213. Melrose Fla. 32666: (904) 47SS988.1 am doinggreat and hope that you are too. Please call or write. Love and respect. Raymond F. Holder To Matthew Kenn Hoiiey Meiry Christmas and Happy New Year to Matt and fellow shipmates aboard SS Carthage. Mom and Dad Holley To aii Seafarers on shore, ships and at sea First of all. thank God we were bom in America, have a good union. Pray for our union officials and American leaders for wisdom. Mainly God sent his only son. Jesus on Earth, was hung on the cross, died, rose on the third day. Whoever believes will have eternal life. David Kendrick �DECEMBER m 21 To all of my old shipmates Season's greetings to all my old shipmates. Merry Christ­ mas and Happy New Year. John E. Kennedy (Pee-Wee) To Seafarers International Union To Seafarers To SIU brotfiers and sisters To all crewmembers at sea and shore I am sending my best wishes to all retired, full members' of this great union. Thank President Mike Sacco for a job well done in my part. Many, many wishes to him. Thanks to all of you. S. S. Sant Lopez Happy holidays. This will be my first Christmas since retirement. Thanks, Mike Sacco and faculty for making retirement worthwhile. Glenn D. Miller Hoping your holiday season will be filled with good cheers. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. John S. Orfanides To Mrs. M. Wescott To Cora S. Orlanda and Resty Serrano, Brother Philip Orlanda, Nlla Orlanda ft family Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to a special department head that we've had for so long. Also, to all Seafarers, retired and active and their families. Jack D. Kennedy To all ex-tugboat and retired men of Phila­ delphia Ms. Annie Kennedy To all retired SlU members From your dad, John H. Kennedy. 'Live and doing well, hope you and all of the family the same. John H. Kennedy To all our shipmates and officials of the SlU Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Percy and Dottle Kennedy To all my old buddies and shipmates Still living. A happy holiday season, and pray for all of us each day. Leonard Kennedy (Pee-Wee) Hope everybody has a good holiday and is doing OK! Yic Lozimak Merry Christmas to you all. Am enjoying my retirement at 8700 E. University, Space 1017, Mesa, Ariz. 85207.1 remember the good times. Stay healthy. Gordon N. Luce To all Joe Sacco, Ed Pulver, Pat McGinley Merry Christmas to all SlU mates. Hope to see you some day. Jimmie Lynch TOH.G.P. Wishing you the very best of Christmas holidays. Merry Christmas to your family and mine. Love you all, especially you, Mrs. Korron and Lee Maduro. Mark JuJu Maduro To Sonia Franco ft family, Benlgno Fernandez Garcia Mike. Joe, and family, J. Fay, all staff at headquarters. Ken, Bob, Miles & family, all staff at Piney Point, Jack Caffey and family, all staff at port of New York. William (Fiat-Top) KoJIowllch Thank you for being in my life always. Especially when I look up, the stars so brilliant and knowing you see them too. Marco Mpffioli To all Merry X-mas and the best of everything to all my former shipmates in the Pacific Northwest. Bob Mackeen Best wishes for the holiday season to all my former shipmates and friends in the SlU and Sea-Land shore gang. Special regards to the port of New York. Slanislaw Kolasa To the Crew of Cape Romaine Harold Thompson. John Holland, Andrew Adams, Johnny Goodman and retired friends of Curtis Bay TowingGod be with you and all. Happy holidays. Your friend, Joseph L. Krause To all Seafarers To all the old steward department members To all Seafarers and retired members To Wills and Lurllne homesteaders—1950s ft 1960s Holiday greetings to all survivors and our happy memo­ ries of the good old days. Also, Matson Nav. Co. and the President Lines which are the best. Patrick Morley To friends of the Delaware River I miss my friends on the river since some of them are gone. However, I am going on and keeping busy in my daily life. Charles E. Morris To all Seafarers, active and retired To all Seafarers To Hal Horn To Seafarers, retired, active and thier families Michael Sacco and staflWishing you and your staff a Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year. Thanking you for all that you do for active and retired seamen. Geraidine R. Maldonado To Terry 0. Morton We miss you & love you. You are my Santa, so we'll have Christmas when we're together next. Hold on to our dreams! Terri & Manda You never know from where you sit, whether it's mustard, catsup or just plain. . .ship. Hang tight friend and stay cool. Your friend, George Mulvinn To Mark Knapp and Kathy Chester Hope the holidays find you happy and well. Enjoy the trip to Hawaii. Abe Murray To SIU officials. Seafarers, active and retired members, and their famiiies May the joy of the holiday season bring you all closer in love and friendship. Dionisio T. Muyco To Mrs. Ingrid L. and Marquesha L. Myers To my future wife Ingrid, and my daughter Marquesha. I love and miss you both. I'm sorry 1 couldn't be there . to share this holiday. I wish you both a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Love always and forever, Amos B. Myers To all retires Hello, sweetie. I hope you have a great holiday season. Please get in touch with me. I would really like to talk to you. Anne Marie Lanphear To all retired Seafarers Merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous year to come. I have enjoyed my retirement years very much, thanks to SlU. John F. Latimer To all active and retired SlU I'd like to take this opportunity to wish all members and their families the happiest of holiday seasons. Edward Leasgang To shipmates Bill Marion To former and retired Seafarers Holiday greetings to my former and retired Seafarers the mates at Delta Line shore gang and Watermen shore gang. Jack Purcell, Seaweed and John Dehering. Anthony J. Margiotta To Gilbert Morrison Wright (Pat) Have a wonderful holiday season from Flora, James, Helen, Ocie and family. We sure do miss you. James Gilbert Marshall & family SIU officers, Seafarers, shipmates and retired Seafarers Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year. God bless you! James Martin To retired Marine Railroad friends Have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and many more to come. Stephen J. Martin To my wife Amelia, my daughter Kimberiy, and the rest of the Martinez ft Cerezo family Frank Leila To a safe and joyous holiday season. Love and miss all. Maybe next year. Alvin H. Martinez To Brotfier Peter Patrick Season's greetings to you and family and wishing you the best for the years to come, from all of us at PRMMI shore gang, Eliz., N.J. Anthony Leo To all my students and slilpmates Best of holiday wishes. May the New Year find you smooth seas and good friends. Russell Russ Levin To all Seetaiers active and retired Blessings on all aware of the reason for the season. Steady as she goes! My address is 225 N. Robey, Arkadelphia, Ark. 7I92J-4929. Thurston John Lewis To John Hank Here's wishing all our SlU brothers a happy, healthy, prosperous holiday and many, many, mamy more!!!!! Paul P. Lopez To Tommy Barry Happy holidays. You make my life so much brighter when we're together. Looking forward to sailing with you again soon. I love smd miss you. Cheryl Neff To all Great Lakes tugmen, working and re­ tired Have a good and happy holiday season. . Howard N. Negard To all Seafarers I am proud to be a retired member of this union. The benefits have been invaluable. Best wishes for a happy holiday to all. Bernard Nesins To all members, working or retired, and fam­ iiies To Mr. Leonard Allen To Tony Leo and PRMMI shore gang/also all union officials In headquarters and all ports and memtiers at sea To you and all of your families, a healthy and happy holidays and a prosperous new year in 1992 and future years to come. Peter and Lee Patrick To all MCftS members Merry X-mas to all old friends if you are still alive; it's been a long time. I live in Modesto. When I go to Frisco I don't see any of my old comrades. Where have they gone? A Merry X-mas and Happy New Year. Nicholas E. Patro ' -'f To Seafarers International Union There are no words I know of that could ever even start to tell you all the loving feelings I keep within my heart. Rene Pelliccia To all Seafarers, active and retired I am retired now living-in Connecticut. I miss going to sea, but old age says no. I want to wish everyone of you the happiest of the holidays and a very happy 1992. Good luck to all of you. Alfred M. Pelton To all Seafarers Would like to hear from old friends and fellow Seafarers: P.O. Box 832, Crosby, TeXas 77532. Henry L. Perkinson To Greg Fitzhalan-Tudor Hope your holidays are spent among friends. If you would like to get together for X-mas, contact me at my home address. Merry Christmas. Bruce Perry To Frank PIvIk family May the blessing of the holiday season dwell with you through the coming new year. Everett Perry To Seafarers, families and friends Thanks to Brother Sacco for allowing Seafarers and friends to exchange holiday greetings through the Seafar­ ers LOG. Deepest sympathy for those Seafarers sleeping. Harlan Pete Peters To all our Inland boatman friends out of Philadelphia hall A happy holiday season. William L. (Pete) Peterson and family You saved our union. Merry Xmas. Very best wishes for the holidays. Smooth sailing and happiness in your future. John (Little John) Nolde To Pat Dumin,James Miller, Jerry Snyder and all tfie old crew of die Mariposa Happy holidays! Phillip Mac McDivitt To all current and redrad Seafarers Retired and living happily at 87. My check never fails arriving on time, why? Because I am a Seafarer since 1944. Jose A. Pilva To President Sacco for leading this organization during a very critical period and to the sisters and brothers who participated in Desert Storm thank you. Tony Notturno To tlie gang on Dredge Manhattan Island To all Seafarers and their families To Nancy Peluso To Desert Storm Seafarers I hope all my fiiends and their families have a happy and glorious holiday. God bless us all, with special holiday wishes to Nick Barsou. George Nuss To Cross HartMf Railway ,, ?l K: .:VK.P: To EdTurner, President and Secretary MCftS, San Francisco To former shipmates and other SIU members and officials Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. m Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from your father, QMED, Lamar A. Parker Jr. Happy holidays to you. I know Milton would be glad to have me send this message to you. Good luck! Eunice May (wife of MUton May) To all my union brothsts twlth latiom I sailed To SlU brothers, active and retired, and their families I know you can't be home right now. I want you to know all of the toys in the world won't replace you on Christmas. Merry Christmas. XXXOOO Kaitlyn, Danielle and Mommy (Neaion) Merry Xmas and special greetings to those of us who fought so hard for the welfare of our union in the '40s and'50s. Clifford (Nick) Nickerson To friends and Seafarers Merry Christmas, Happy New Year. Wish you all many, many more!!! Keep the quality process in motion. Paul P. Lopez To Tom Neaion (Daddy) To all SIU members To all ships To all SlU officials Wishing you a very Happy New Year and a Merry Christmas, also Alfano and son Kenny, Mick, guess you and Vi will come down around New Year. Brother John wishing all my shipmates a happy holiday. John Nash Wishing you a Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year. To all the nice times we had together working on the ships. Robert C. Mayo A joyous Christmas and a prosperous New Year to all. Your brother. Randy Llanes I would like to wish all my friends from my seafaring days and their families a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, from my family also. Nils H. Lindsjo To Michael Nash and wife and John Alfano To Larry Crane Bobby ft VMly LLenes and kids i To all my friends in the Seafarers May you all have a nice Thanksgiving and Merry X-mas and a very Happy New Year. That is to one and all. Shirley H. Nicholson Seasons greetings to my fellow retirees and all the workers at Cross Harbor. Thomas McGreal <>• Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Bern, N.C. Lawrence A. Paul Hello longtime friend! Haven't seen you in years. I wish you all the happiness in the holidays to come. Please write me at this address: 5003 Birch St., Santa Fe, Texas 77517. Friends always. , William Matsoukas Holiday greetings to current and retired members and their families. Stick by your union. When retired, your pension plan and medical benefits will help. Jesse W. McDonald and spouse 'W ••".I To Steven L. Parker I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. May God bless you and yours. Martin Pavolini Christmas and holiday greetings to all my retired Marine Railroad friends wherever you may reside. Henry L. Lee A special holiday greeting to my husband Frank LeIia. Merry Christmas, I love you. can't wait till you come home. All other mates have a happy holiday. Come home safe. Laura Leiia Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. May God bless and keep you safe. . . Eugene Snake Parker To all my former shipmatesand union officials To Mr. ft Mrs. James Martin Laura Leiia To Frank Leila & crewmembers of 1st LT Bonnyman To Seafarer Mallard and Alvtross To Pet and Jo and other retired SIIJ friends My family and I wish you and yours the merriest of Christmases and the happiest of New Years. •'••H • :s. Best holidays to all members from World War II on, I'm still kicking. Al Pado To all my retired shipmates. Merry X-mas and happy holidays. I realize that it is an honor to be an SIU member. Without them at 73 and disabled, this wouldn't Juan Manuel Collazo (Manolin) be possible. Seasons Greetings to shipmates off the Arbor Seafarers. May the Lord bless each and everyone of you. Ernest Leckrenp Merry Christmas, sweetheart. Even though we are apart, you arc in my heart. We are in this together. Can't wait to see you. BE HAPPY! I love and miss you, we are all fine. Hope your journey is what you want it to be. Love. Myself and family would like to wish all retired and active Seafarers and their families a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Bill Padgett and family Teresa and Sadie, always in my thoughts, forever in my heart. I love you. Mom, Dad (Leo), Ron, Gail and all. Loved and missed. Dana Paradise To SiU Staff To John P. Hosklns To all retired and active Seafarers I wish all of you a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year. Jimmy Moye To all SlU members, active and retired Happy holidays to all seaman, retired and serving now with all SlU ships. Henry Leroy Laired i-r- To the Paradise's at sea and ashore Wishing all Seafarers and families a happy holiday season and a prosperous New Year. Stephen B. Kutzer To Seafarers and families and SlU and families I hope this finds you at your best. You'll be missed this holiday but I know you are enjoying your venture. Happy holidays. I love you. Michele Owen To all Seafarers It isn't just the memories that warms the days ahead, but the joy of knowing each and every one of our friends and shipmates. Happy New Year and Merry X-mas to all. Fannie C. Maire Wishing you a happy holiday season and a happy re­ tirement. Robert Lackey To Frederick Paul Sanchez I hope the Holiday Season finds you in good health. I'll see you at Piney Point. Happy holidays and New Year. Nick Mageed Seasons greetings to all the guys I sailed with and the rummy players at the San Francisco hall and the SlU officials. Sieve Krkovich To all retired shipmates Holiday greetings and may God bless you all. Eddie T. Overton To all SIU members Holiday greetings to all the Seafarers that I worked with during my 30 years sailing career. Clifton Mainers #•' 9 ' • Howzit, Pad! Have a good Christmas and New Year. Soon we'll be together and celebrate in your new motor home. You are the best father. Sharon Ortiz Wishing you ^1 a Merry X-mas and a Happy New Year. My best X-mas present was when 1 joined SIU instead of other unions. William Morris Jr. To MImo M^eed • Happy holidays to you and your family. Had to leave Florida, too hot. Hurshel A. Orlando To Joseph Ortiz Jr. Peter J. Mistretta 'ic-i To Steve Karlak Never a Christmas morning, never the old year ends, but somebody thinks of somebody. Old days, old times, old friends. I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a healthy and wonderful New Year. Peter Moreni To Korron Lee Maduro Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, especially to the very understanding instructor Ben Cusic and the instructor in A/B course one year, 1989. And to all TAGOS officers and crew. Rudy Orlanda To all my shipmates, captains and mates I sail wHh To all my old shipmates To all brothers and sisters at sea To all Seafarers Season's greetings to you and your family. Wishing you the best for the year to come. Amstey Minors May the Lord bring you back to safety and be with your family for this holiday season. Carlos Mojica From the rolling hills of Pennsylvania, where the wild turkey and deer roam. The snow is deep and people are friendly. Robert L. Kerper Wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Those of you who remember, called me Ralph, sailed bosun. Torolf Kismul To Brother Jose Aqular, Brotfier Gladstone Ford and Brother Jasper C. Anderson To all Seafarers and friends To shipmates of Sabine Towing Co. In Texas With warmest good wishes and Christmas greetings from the crew of the OS Joyce. Victor Kerszencwejg Season's greetings to you and family and wishing you well. The best for the coming years. God bless you, happy holiday! A. Minors -r.| ^ S. Philips To all Seafarers Doing great on the sheep farm. All the girls have names. Happy holidays to you all. Norman Piva Just dropping in to say, I just want to melt in you arms! Hope you have a jolly holiday season! Robert Preston 09 4 Judy Ann Dargel Just dropping in to say, I just want to melt in you arms and hope you have a jolly holiday season! R. C. Preston T. McMellis Happy holidays to you and yoiir families. Continued success and happiness to you all. Young C. McMHUan (Y.C.) To all my brodwr seaman To all former shipmates and all SIU officials A special greeting to above from a man who is proud to have worked with and served you as chief steward, now an organic gardener! George A. O'Berry Since I retired in 1976, I wish everyone happy sailing. God bless you all. Miguel Luis Medina To all our friends To all Seafarers We wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Fred A. and Lois (Roland) Olson Greetings to all of my Seafarers and retired buddies out there. Merry Christmas and a very Healthy New Year. I trust all are well and in good health. Love you, Reginald Melville and family To the Merckx family Doug. Pudg. Willie and Douglas—Hope your holidays are the best. My thoughts will be with you. Love you all! Kevin L. Merckx To active and retire Seafarers Happy holidays, especially to former shipmates Ed Mooney, Eddie O'Connell, Steve Carr and Jim Foti M. die Olson To all SIU brothers and sisters Wishing every one of you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. God bless all of you. Arnaldo Orellaiia To William G. Rackley Have yourself a Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year. Remember all the Christmases we shared as children together. We'll always remain your loving family. Mom, Beverly, Marylee, Bruce, Rob (Rackley) To Luis Rivera Your brother-in-law sends you and your family greetings. Hope you're eigoying your retirement. We owe it to SIU, they have been kind to us. C. R. Ramos wmm. • . .t .. . . >;..v-. �SiAFAREKS LOG To all my fellow Seafarers To all Seafarers To TIbby, Christian and Alice Warm greetings to the officials of the union and to all other members for a Merry Christmas and a successful New Year. Emmanuel Rapiiis On this joyous day of Christmas, know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you, my little family. Pop (Harry T. Scholer) Best wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season and a prosperous New Year. Jack Weidner To tlw Staff at PIney Point and Camp Springs and Seafarers To all prior shipmates Charles, Mary, Angle, Laura and Charles Jr., want you to know We Miss You and we hope you are well. Call soon (618) 376-8531. Charles Werner Sr. Because of my unexpe'cted retirement from my job as port agent in Baltimore, I did not have a chance to say good-bye to my many friends and co-workers 1 have known for the 38 years of my employment in the SlU. I Wish all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Allen P. Raymond To SlU officers and families Greetings my shipmates, officers and families. Juan Reinosa To all SlU members Greetings in honor and in memory to all my shipmates with whom 1 served with, love to their families. Miss you! Love and peace, Israel Rhoden Seasons greetings. Dick Ransome, Carmen Mancino, drop me a line. P.O. Box 5692, Evansville, Ind. 47716. Frank J. Schumacher To Honolulu Seafarers And to Bobby Clinton II and Honolulu staff—I bid you and your families a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Matthew R. Scott To Seafarers Please, keep the same good discipline of our good old members. I wish everyone well. Felix H. Serrano To Walter HInko Holiday greetings to you and your family. I'm still holding my own. Will win this battle soon. James F. Shannon Dear Kevin, Merry Christmas from me and all the family, Hope you have a great Christmas. Tell.all the guys happy holidays for me! Valerie Rice Greetings to all Seafarers from widow of the late Auldeon E. Sharp. Now live at 900 N Idaho #5, Post Falls, Idaho 83854. Phone (208) 773-7999. Alvina Helen Sharp To officers and cretw on the Pfc Eugene A. Obregon To all Seafarers Best wishes to all for the future. 1 appreciate everyone's help and cooperation in making my voyage with you a pleasant and memorable one. Peace. Ed Rihn To all Seafarer officials, office workers, seamen Especially to Mike and Joe Sacco a very Merry Xmas and a fruitful and Happy New Year. the Henry W. Robert family To all Seafarers I wish all the Seafarers and their faipilies a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Robert G. Taylor To the shipmates of Maridosa and the Mon­ terey To all Holiday greetings to all my fondest. Aloha Josephine (Peggy) Wielb And to President Michael Sacco & his staff. Greetings to all original members, WWII merchant marine veterans, retired members, and may God bless all of the old salts who are gone. Eloris B. Tart To Seafarer friends Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. May your holidays be glorious, warm and joyful. Nick and Maggie Tatar To ail family members, active and retired , To Edward Hermanson To Kevin A. Rice To Tom Casey Best wishes for the season and the coming year wherever you may be. Smooth Sailing. Peter D. Sheldrake To all of Frank Conway's friends Dad has Iteen ill for four year now, but is now home and doing better. He would like to wish all a Merry Christmas if he could. Linda Shemper (Frank Conway's daughter) Happy holidays and may God bless all of you! Theodore (Ted) Taylor To my old shipmates I wish to take this opportunity to wish all of my old shipmates of Sheridan Co. the very best of holiday greetings. Also Joe Tranier. Bob Teabout To Seafarers and family, retired Conrail memliers and family Have a very Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year. William Tetro To David W. Tharp I wish to send holiday greetings to all SlU brothers active and retired. Jesse A. Shouts Everyday is Christmas when you are home. December 25th is only another day. Loving and missing you jiist makes time more precious when you are here. Your wife, Christmas isn't the same without your presence. How I wish you could share the spirit of Christmas with me and our children. We love you. Marlyn S. Robinson To all retired, active Seafarers, union officials and personnel To all Seafarers, retired and active, and all , union officers Ricardo A. Siddons To Mr. Ted Scott Robinson 1 wish everyone and their families Happy X-mas. 1 miss all my friends from the past. God bless everyone. Anthony Rodriguez To all members of the SlU, active and retired A joyous Christmas and prosperous New Year. To retired SiU members and their families To William Gonzalez To Michael Pooler Charlie Rogers To Byron Kelley and family Merry Christmas and joyous New Year. We wish the spirit of Christmas abide with you and yours this holy and festive, season. Joseph Rollins To all my shipping buddies Wishing you all good health and happiness in this holiday season. God Bless. Will answer mail at Box 353, Grayland, Wash. 98547. Millie (Hess) Rollins To all Seafarers and family Happy holidays! May God bless each and every one of you and may the new year bring lots of good things, most of all health. Vernon and Mae Rose To each of my brothers Merry Christmas each and every one of you. Some still on the job, some retired. May the Lord bless each of you. Alfred L. Smith To all my friends and shipmates You know who you are, may peace, happiness and good health be yours always. Bettie L. Smith To all Seafarers Merry Christmas, Happy New Year. I retired in 1988 after 41 years with 30 years of seatime, 27 of them as electrician. I had lots of Christmases at sea. I'd like to hear from anyone that i sailed with. Write to 14504 Markland Green Place, Tampa, Fla. 33625. John A. Smith To Seafarers I have sailed with Greetings and best regards, with fond memories of the past and present holidays. Dan J. Rotan To all Seafarers A retired member sends greetings. Merry Christmas to all my shipmates of the past 20 years. I'm fine, taking life easy and miss you guys very much. George H. Rowland To all Seafarers No better people than Seafarers. Oh how I miss you all. Words can't express my feelings. Good luck to you all. William W. Royes To Staff and instructors To all my Seafarer friends Stay with it, keep your nose clean, have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Ralph J. Smith Seafarers Our sincerest wishes for this glorious holiday season to all SlU mates and families, past and present and retirees. God bless all you! Happy New Year! Lee W. Snodgrass and family To Danny and Linda Richardson ft family To a very dear friend that we enjoy very much. Also enjoy all the nice vegetables that he brings us. Elmer Rushing May God bless you through the holidays and always. Our love and prayers are with you. Keep in touch. Joel and Janis Spell and family To all retired and active Seafarers and union representatives To Spencer Smith and family To Christina Lynn J. Spell H To Sea-Land Corp., SIU members and ac­ quaintances To all Seafarers, union officials and families Seasons greetings to all. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Joseph P. Saide Jr. Harold (Mickey) Spillane was iitjured in a car accident in 1985. He is currently a resident at the Sailor's Snug Harbor in Sea Level, N.C. 28577. I am his nephew Michael, writing this message. My address is 11000 S.W. 42nd Terr., Miami, Fla. 33165; phone (305) 353-1697. Michael Spillaine To all SIU seamen I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous New Year. Thomas V. Springfield To all Seafarers To all my fellow members Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Eugene H. Soyring and family Have a peaceful and happy year. Happy holidays to all of you. Juan Sanchez To Seafarers To all SlU pensioners Hope you are all doing well. I hope everyone has a nice Christmas and holidays. We give our thanks to our union. Merry Christmas to all. Manuel E. Sanchez To all Seafarers May our Lord grant us peace and happiness in this world. 1 wish all the Seafarers safe voyages and may their families eitjoy Christmas time. David S.D. San Miguel To retired SlU mmbere and their families To all retired SIU members and all Seafares and their families May all the joy and blessjngs of the holiday season be ' With you all, with hope for a happy and prosperous New Year to come. Raymond J. Trosclair Happy holidays to all my shipmates and especially to the Sacco Brothers. Good luck to all! James L. Woods To all Seafarers and their families May the holiday season find you and yours in the best of health with God's blessings. May your wishes be granted. God bless you all. Leon E Yearwood To Herb Libby, bosun Extraordinaire Rusty Wallace sends Christmas greetings to my most loyal fan the Lib Man. Merry Christmas! Thor Young To all SIU members and all retirees and their families So I say good and welfare for work well done for its members. M. S. Trotman and wife To all my Seafarer friends and family Joy, peace and love from our family to yours for the glorious holiday season and throughout the entire New Year. Alipio and Delia Trujillo To all my shipmates and friends Greetings to everyone. I have missed everyone since my retirement. Please come see us at Creswell, N.C. Have a happy holiday. Ralph V. Twiddy Sr. and wife and son To All Zaidan Hello All. I don't know what ship you are on. Hope you are well, and hope to see you soon. Merry Christmas! I Love You! Musleh Zaidan To OS Arctic crew Season's greetings to Captain Parson and the good crew aboard the Arctic. Robert Zepeda To Ed Aldrete Holiday greetings old buddy. Where have you been sailing? You're hard to find. Drop me a line to see how you are doing. Your friend, Roberto Zepeda I just want to wish you a happy holiday and a very Happy New Year 1992! Best Wishes, Charles Uribe To Patrick Murphy I miss you and hope to see you soon. Don't let anyone push you around. Merry Christmas. Active member SIU To Jay White To all retired crewmembers May the Christmas spirit be with you and your family guided with peace and joy forever in the name of the Lord. Manuel V. Velez To all SlU-MCS members Happy New Year to you and the gang at the Great Divide in Denver!!! As usual, Rotton Robert (USNS Wilkes). Robert R. Stevens To all retired Seafarers Though life has kept us far apart, you are always close to my heart. Thinking of you, as always, at the holidays. Mom With love. To Uncle Bobby Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Have a safe and Merry Christmas. Love, Billy, Crystal and James Recuperating from severe cancer operation. The Swede sends holiday greetings to all brothers and sisters who remember the good days on the Matson Passenger liners. Barge Vidkjer To Mr. Douglas McKlnsey To all my brothers, retired or active To Louie I wish you a very Happy Christmas and a healthy and prosperous New Year with all God's blessings. Love you uncle and auntie! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Charles To all Seafarers from a retired Seafarer Much love at Christmas. May all your dreams and wishes be filled in the new year, \992. My thoughts are always with you. And don't forget I'll always remember. . . Guess who? Hoping blessing of God shines forever in ail of the Seafarers lives, making their Christmas holidays full of happiness, love and holy peace. Wish you and I/an a nice Thanksgiving and Happy New Year. Charles and Johnnie Johnny from Trinidad (John C. Vieira) Juan V. Villafane To Trevor Robertson To Madeiine Ferrari Apart, separated, we're not sad. Our love keeps us close, now how's that bad? The holidays require much strength, but our love knows no length. Ted To A.E. (Gene) Weaver Roland St. Marie Top Little Susie Boze Otfiers To all Seafarers union officials and families Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. To Captain Ike Slaght Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to both of you. Please send me your current address and telephone number. Michael, thank you for your letter and offer. I will write you ASAP as I'll have your address. Your friend, ^ScAmo/e Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. I love you baby. Eddie Townsend To all my brothers at sea or on land To all union brotfiers To Michael Bonslgnore and Franz Winlker To Naoko Uehashi Greeting to all members and Seafarers all over the world. Good health, good luck and good sailing. Love to you all on this Christmas holiday. Fritzbert A. Stephen A retired Seafarer sends greetings to all retired SlU members and their families. I am hospitalized at the VA Medical Center in Palo Alto, Calif. Jeremiah Saunders Friends may come, friends may go, friends may Peter out you know. But we'll be Boers through thick and thin, Peter out or Peter in. Merry Christmas Bro! Schloopfoot Wishing you all a joyous Christmas a prosperous New Year. Long live and more power to SIIJ. Manuel A. Tongson, Milagros A. Tongson, Christopher A. Tongson Hope you all have a blessed Christmas. Keep in touch with us. We love you. Joel Spell H and family I love you, more! Merry Christmas. Barbara C. Saavedra To the SIU To all Seafarers To James C. Fllppo To Thomas G. McDermott I. To the staff and members of the SIU To my co-retlrees and their families' Hope you have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year on bomd the Kaui.' G. (Jerry) Snyder The merriest of Christmases and many Happy New Years, and God bless. Clear sailing and steady as she goes. Joseph O. Snyder Tommy: 1 want you forever! i Love You! Merry Christ­ mas Baby! Keep praying (the Old Man will always be there to comfort and grant us good things). A very Merry Christmas to all my brothers, active on ships now, retired, and all who are deceased. May you and your families have a most peaceful and Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year. Vincent Tdmosello To Estelle Deal Best of everything always for helping me with my studies at the School of Seamanship when I was a student tl;ere. Walenty Rozmus Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all. Tom Ryan To David D. Wilson Thinking of you. Miss you. Merry Christmas!! All our love, Betsy. Julie and Craig (Wilson) Happy holidays. Jim, Great Lakes 1976, Piney Point 1982, Brenda on SS Rose,. 1983 Anacortes, Wash. Safe Sailing !! Ernest R. Wise To Tom Scruggs Merry Christmas. To all seamen and their famiiies Greetings! Happy holidays. I would like to hear from Emmet Snips. Pennsylvania Curry and Henry Jones. Thanks to the Seafarers L(X) and happy holidays to all MCS Seafarers. P.O. Box 11914. Portland, Ore. 97211. Rufus A. Williams To Seafarers International Union And to Sacco Brothers, Red Campbell—My best wishes in the coming of the holidays, good health, prosperity to all. Ovidio R. Rodriguez To Baltimore Tugboat retired members Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to family and friends. Mrs. James C. Wilkins To Jim Johnson, Eva Myers and Brenda Kamiya To all my brothers Dear Mr. Nugget Man: Merry Christmas from your old steward from those Hawaiian dancing days on the Wyman. Write to P.O. Box 94472, Las Vegas, Nev. 89193. • Mark Skidmore To all Seafarers Merry Christmas to all MC&S members, Matson Lines, APL, and PEL. Don Thompson To active and retired members Best wishes and a Happy New Year to you and your family. Sixto Rodriguez Love and happiness. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Oscar C, Wiley To all MCftiS members To union brothers past and present and famllies Roosevelt Silas To Mr. Henry Jones ft mother on Q Jones Happy holidays to all members and staff of the SIU. Also Nelson McHone. I am proud of our union. God bless those that have left us. Elbert D. Winslow Wishing all of you happiness at Christmas and lots of good things in the New Year. Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year to all. Exequiel T. Tiong Happy Holidays. Thank you for a wonderful year! May God look down on you and your family. Wherever Mr. Hall is, he must be sailing. Keep up the good work, so I can do likewise! Oscar C. Wiley Virgina Tharp Happy holidays! My wife and I are blessed and are trusting you will be too during the season. Isaac and Verlene Sims Happy holidays and best wishes for a joyous New Year 1992. George Siiig To Mike Sacco and family To Jim Williams Thank you for your faithfulness and commitment to our family. We miss and love you during this holiday season. You are in our prayers. Love, Rose, Amy <S Molly Walbrook Here is a fond holiday reminder of all of our feelings for you. Hope you liked your new luggage. You deserved "• Crew of the SS Cape Charles To Toni To friends and old shipmates Daddy's little girl. Mommy says you've been good so far. You and Mommy eqjoy Christmas, for it's you two my heart will miss. Daddy (Ted) Merry Christmas and a healthy, prosperous New Year to all. Ambrocio B. Suguilan Frederick Wajker and family of Glen Bumie are entering ten years of retirement. Carol and John, Thomas, An­ drew, Natily, Nanette and Kevin, Julie, Kristopher and Sandy. Frederick Walker We love you. Hope Santa Claus brings you what you' want. Love, Jeanelte, Rachel, Justin and Teddy To Seafarers To fellow retirees Happy holidays and best wishes for a happy and healthy New Year. Leonard C. Suchocki I want to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas season. Also, for all the benefits I have received over the years from Pension and so forth. And thanks to Vincent Coss. Walter L. Swedberg Brian Fountain To all SIU members and their families My family and I wish all the retirees the best of health and happiness through the year. Son Wang To Robert P. Carson Jr. Merry Christmas and hope to see you soon. Take care, we think of you all the time. Sending much love, Vicki <{ Dick Warburton The Executive floor staff at headquarters wishes all of you a most joyous and happy holiday season. We eqjoy working for all of you, and look forward to the wondeifiil years ahead. Best wishes to each and every one of you, and we hope Santa is good to everyone. The secretaries on the 6th deck •a-: �. •*>' ,v',:-;V;-'-'. mi'mi' 'irn-m 1 23 DEaMBER 1991 i Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea Uamiary & februaiy Membership Meefings; Deep Sei^ lakes, Ittlaad Waters • ""P* OCTOBER 16, 1991-NOVEMBER 15, 1991 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Tuesday, January 7 Tuesday, February 4 Philadelphia Wednesday, January 8 Wednesday , February 5 Baltimore Thursday, January 9 Thursday, February 6 Norfolk Thursday, January 9 Thursday, February 6 Jacksonville Thursday, January 9 Thursday, February 6 Al^nac Friday, January 10 :: Friday, February 7 Houston Monday, January 13 Monday, February 10 New Orleans TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 1 •J- 6 13 17 27 27 27 15 23 13 1 10 2 19 5 .. € . 14 14 11 19 16 14 12 3 8 Mobile Wednesday, January 15 Wednesday, February 12 San Frhncisco Thursday, January 16 Thursday, February 13 Wilmington Tuesday, January 21 Monday, February 17 Seattle Friday, January 24 Friday, February 21 San Juan Thursday, January 9, ; Thursday, February ^ St. Louis Iw;, Friday, January 17 Friday, February 14 Honolulu Friday, January 17 Friday, February 14 Duluth Wednesday, January 15 Wednesday, February 12 Jersey City Wednesday, January 22 Wednesday, February 19 New Bedford Tuesday, January 21 Tuesday, February 18 1009 5 6 6 21 15 17 26 " 334 22 11 18 25 17 6 4 5 2 ANGEL LOUIS PEREIRA Please contact Xiomara Diaz at (212) 681-8197. JOSEPH DONOVAN Please contact Arthur Donovan at (813) 544-5208. KYLE WHITE Please contact as soon as possi­ ble Gary Hand; 13136 66th Ave­ nue NE; Kirkland, Washington 98034. "PAT" GILBERT MORRISON WRIGHT Please contact us. We would like to hear from you. Flora, James Gilbert Marshall and Helen; 2140 Parksley Avenue; Baltimore, Maryland 21230. vv; -m 5 10 ' 4 -Q;- 2 3 5 9 . 3 22 21 41 45 47 4 X 8 V-::' . 24 5 37 16 3 5 0 .30 3 10 10 ' 9 2 2 6 11 4 138 19 •21 10 29 34 - -224H44 ISil 15 i ;j3i. 21 2 7 11 3 J?. J „ 3 0 92 0 354 0 54 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 9 6 5 1 Philadelphia Baltimore 'Norfolk " Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco ^Wilmingtpp Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals 20 3 5.. 14 16 13 1 1 0 2 ^ .. 1 175 0 205 3 0 i • 'i.4. •'•# 2 Port New York 1 Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis' Piney Point Algonac Totals . 0 •:4: b 46 S-A5 17 . 5 25 8 3 1 5 22 4 16 0 14 b 0 85 170 :':3 6 6 5 ori. 12 5 2 0 17 2'' i' ...v x -.asi' • • " STEWARD DEPARTMENT ^•5' 17 2: 0 0 0 1 4: 1 # 2; 5 2 2 1 3 2 2 2 1 6 4 1 12 24 2 A I 6 12 3 2 5 16 0 3 5 15 10 0 ^ 0 0 27 2 m: :m:.9 3 2 4 8 4 9 10 14 16 80 19 33 3 12 22 18 10 1 27 0 4 •: : 1 68 $ 9 112 •. 7 1 2 7 8 10 3 17 5 2 0 24 ".4";: 4: • i' i. i' •• ! H ' ill 0 114 0 95 39 5 8 11 31 130; 1 MiV..jf .4' ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 . 0 0 0 0 NewY RONALD HUTTON Please contact Martha Hutton at (503) 230-1003. ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 2 '""'•'2^"''-" 0'- Port Personals 12 2 3 11 11 9 27 0 Port Tuesday, January 14 Tuesday, February 11 Trip Reliefs DECK DEPARTMENT Port ^I5ew York Philadelphia ^Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans I Jacksonville ' I San Francisco I Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu piddt 1 St. Louis I Piney Poipt Algonac Totals PIney Point Monday, January 6 Monday, February 3 New York • •.y,SO. Philadelphi Balti Norfolk Mobile New Orleans 17 2 • 3...: 7 2 6 9 0 0 0 ' 0 0 0 0 0 Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Hons ;St;L«uiS5 Algonac Totals M ::'6.l . .33'18 25 42 ••• -'.i'" •V '• '. PA • • .-V 16 6 4 - 1 • 1• 0 114 43 12 16 9 45 29 3 46 2 363 ^' ' 69 .24 23 6 193 20 ... 1 .- . 3u 0 602 •V :lf •f• - •, • t' • jrl f •Je. ' . 914 765 1,014 194 470 382 448 Totals All Departments 608 629 672 Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. A total of 1,494 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,494 jobs shipped, 498 jobs or about 30 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. From October 16 to November 15, a total of 194 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 15,121 jobs have been shipped. ''• • f 1• • '-"w." .•;••.• I'L. ; -M • �•• •' ' v.-: '•' ••••^•f--'T^i-;V' I. • SEAFARERS LOG Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes CU-Cpmpany/Lakes L—Lakes iili NP—Non Priority OCT. 16-NOV. 15,1991 •TOTAL REGISTERED Ail Groups Class CL Class L Class NP TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP President Mkhael Sacco ; Secretary-Treasurer "; ' John Fay Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco Vice President Collective Bargaining Angus "Red" Campbell Vice President West Coast George McCartney Vice President Government Services Roy A. "Buck" Mercer Vice President Atlantic Coast Jack Caffey Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Byron Kelley Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Corgey **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT 1 ..•!(> o-"' asTW-'ie •[ ENGINE DEPARTMENT Totals Ail Departments •'.'-•J •r:r"_ 0 38 16 0 70 3 0 73 52 HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301)899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac. MI 48001 (313)794-4988 BALTIMORE W1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (301) 327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218) 722-4110 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi Street Honolulu, HI %8I9 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201)435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 (205) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508)997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504)529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn. NY 11232 (718)499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804)622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75 Piney Point, MD 20674 (301)99410010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415)543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 S (809) 721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206)441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213) 549-4000 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end-of last month. ';.. .• .. Dlspatchere' Report for inland Waters '.'ii. • OCTOBER 16-NOVEMBER 15, 1991 ••i' •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C r ^ 'Vi vv v lh:m' • . 1 /._• . •V ?'" • f y'-' Region Atlantic Cdast Gulf Coast I Lakes & Inland Water! West Coast Totals ^ /-i-l «j'/ r Vi.rj bjiPu^^ 2 102 1 18 3: 19 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Atliantlf Gulf Coast i Lakes & Inland Waters West Coast Totals . • •" ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 5 Region -•••..V... TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 1 0 0 0 4 2a 0 P 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 ^ ucr• . . V.^• •)' Region STEWARD DEPARTMENT • ."S:. -' Lakes & Inland Wate West Coast Totals Totals Ail Departments 72 14 13 30 0 3 161 30 24 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. WV LOG-A-RHYTHM Two Weeks Before Layup Proudly Retiring by Elizabeth Zimmer ,v ;jv= 'V'Ste#- ' Twas two weeks before layup ail through the ship Each sailor was wishing that this was their last trip. They all prayed the weather would freeze up the stone To cancel some orders and let them go home. Their clothes were all packed in their suitcase With care In hopes that lay-up soon would be there. The crew just off watch had just hit the rack And were snuggled like bunnies all warm in their sack. When up on the bow there arose such a clatter They rolled from their bunks to see what was the matter; Away to the boatdeck they flew like a flash Lowered the lifeboat and launched the life raft; The moon over the water showed seas calm and cool they stood in their long johns and felt like a fool. When what to their sleepy red eyes should appear A mirage from the north with a bunch of reindeer. The Jluffy old driver who dropped aboard ship Sure looked like the pictures of good old St. Nick. An old tattered seabag he flung on his back He looked like a sailor with a bright red top-hat More rapid than seagulls down the deck he came As he yelled to the crewmen and called them by name. Now Robert and Jerry, Butch, John and Gus I'm honoring your wishes so charter a bus. With his words in the wind he made for the bow "Now dash away dash away dash away all." So up to the heavens the coursers they flew With a sleigh full of wishes to make them come true. And they heard him exclaim as he rode out of sight ' 'Merry Christmas to all— I'll go make you some ice. StafmK Intematimiii tfnira KntMf Yeoman/Storekeeper Charles Huntington (left) re­ ceives the thanks of Captain Burt Holt for the work the SlU Government Services Division member perfomed during the deactivation of the USNS Navasota. Captain Ray Addicott (bottom), commander of the MSCPAC Fleet, addresses the Navasota's crew after the replen­ ishment ship's final voyage. W'- •I - i I r'WtJ- • .. • s/; 5.' ' ' ' ' '• ,• i:- 'if'? . 9m . •> '«>'*•' .i N A"- m v~,: �^;f.. -. r-s—" The SeafairmB LOGattmpbt to pHhi as many (lights of linfon mfhutas as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some will be omitted. Ships minutes are revieimH by the union's contract (hpartment. Those luues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships minutes. ULTRASEA (American Mantime Transport), August 24 — Chairman Cesar Gutierrez, Secretary Jean Savoie, Educational Director Herman Bergeron, Deck Delegate E. Hail, En­ gine Delegate R. Baptiste, Steward Dele­ gate L. Skipper. Treasurer reported $365 in ship's fund, $2,100 in movie fund. No brefs or disputed OT reported. Captain said he would like all depart­ ments to get together for tour in Egypt. Next port; New Orleans. AUSTAL LIGHTING (lOM), Septem­ ber 29 — Chairman Steve LM Cokerc, Secretary Richard E. Emanuel, Educa­ tional Director M. Cruz, Deck Delegate Dan Gaylord, Engine IDelegate Michael Ribeiro, Steward Delegate Ramont Jackson. Chairman advised crew to read. Seafarers LOG. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. C4P£COr4CHE(AMSEA), Septem­ ber 28 — Chairman D. Truax, Secretary K. White, Educational Director P. Kwasnjuk, Deck Delegate L. Fuqua, Engine Delegate C. Beiton, Steward Del­ egate K. Johnson. Chairman announced payoff. Educational director encouraged all members to upgrade at Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. En­ gine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Next port: Beaumont, Texas. UB PHILADELPHIA (Sheridan Trans­ portation), September 18 — Chairman V.Ti Nielsen, Secretary J.F. Emidy, Deck Delegate John Wolfe, Engine Del­ egate C. Diaz, Steward Delegate A. Banky III. Chairman thanked deck de-. partment for hard work and dedication in preparing ship for two- to three-month layup at Tampa, Fla. shipyard. Secretary thanked New York Port Agent Kermett Mangfam for contract clarification. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Galley gang thanked crew for helping keep messhalls clean and orderly; Crew thanked Chief Cook Alexander Banky for his spirit of cooperation. LIBERTY SPIRIT(Liberty Maritime), September 22 — Chairman Carlos Canales, Secretary Gerald Sharp, Deck Del­ egate Jim Pinkston, Engine Delegate T. Robin, Steward Delegate Eulogio Al­ varez. Chairman reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by department delegates. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment for clarification regarding AB watch. Payoff on the OMI Wabash NEDLLOYD HUDSON (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 22 — Chairman F. Goethe, Secretary W. Williams. Chair­ man urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. He encouraged every­ one to donate to SPAD and the Maritime Defense League. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked that heaters be issued to each crewmember. OMI WILLAMETTE(OMI Corp.), Sep­ tember 7 — Chairman C. Pryor, Secre­ tary R. Scott, Educational Director Fred V. Volger. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Secretary encouraged members to go to Paul Hall Center. He thanked union for name change honoring former SIU president. ported by deck or steward delegates. Crew thanked steward department for fine job. said one stowaway was found from Hong Kong. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. SEA-LAND ANCHORAGE (Sea-Land Service), September 11 — Chairman Robert Stuverud, Secretary George Bryant, Deck Delegate Victor Peters, Engine Delegate Joseph Trauth, Stew­ ard Delegate Mike Bubaker. Chairman noted everything running smoothly. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND EXPRESS (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 29 — Chairman J. McCoy, Secretary J. Johnson, Educa­ tional Director R. Chopman. Chairman thanked all departments for keeping ship clean. Educational director stressed im­ portance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. No bwfs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew thanked steward departnient for good service and excellent chow. SEA-LAND ATLANTIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 1 — Chairman W.C. Byrd, Secretary G.E. Sinkes, Educa­ tional Director A.O. Cuevas. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or en­ gine delegates. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. Next port: Hous­ ton. SEA-LAND CHALLENGER (SeaLand Service), September 1 — Chair­ man Roy Williams, Secretary H. Scypes, Educational Director R. SEA-LAND HAWAII (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 1 — Chairman John T. Emerich, Secretary C.M. Modellas, Ed­ ucational Director Daniel T. Flowers, Deck Delegate Edward O'Brien, En­ gine Delegate Rodney Pontiflet. Chair­ man discussed welfare and pension plans. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Ship was delayed almost 24 hours due to engine trouble. Next port: Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND HAWAII (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 29 — Chairman Louis Ultrasea Crew Enjoys Shipboard BBQ OVERSEAS CHICAGO (Maritime Overseas), September 23 — Chairman Mark Davis, Secretary J. Samuels, Deck Delegate William Kleimola, En­ gine Delegate E. Whisenhant, Steward Delegate David Rodgers. Chairman an­ nounced payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Ship needs new furniture in crew lounge and new dryer. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. OVERSEAS JOYCE (Maritime Over­ seas), September 27 — Chairman R. Bradford, Secretary P. Alvarez, Stew­ ard Delegate Larry Ely. Chairman an­ nounced payoff and discussed Coast Guard's drug testing program. Secretary encouraged all union brothers and sisters to upgrade at Lundeberg School for a bet­ ter tomorrow. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang. Sea­ farers LOG was received and distributed to all crewmembers while ship was in Japan. PONCE (Puerto Rico Marine), Septem­ ber 8 — Chairman D. Wagner, Secre­ tary R. Evans, Educational Director P.D. Hanley. Chairman announced pay­ off. Secretary has movie list available. Educational director advised members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked captain and chief mate for making shore leave possible in Jiddah, Saudi Arabia and Egypt. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. PRIDE OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), September 9 — Chairman Henry Jones, Secretary F. Robertson, Educa­ tional Director C. Croft, Deck Delegate K. Lamb, Steward Delegate F. Rose. Chairman armounced payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Four crewmembers — QMED H.W. Palmer, AB K. Lamb, Chief Cook F. Rose and Radio Officer B. Jardine — travelled to. Cairo, said trip was very educational. SANTA ANA (OMI Corp.), September 1 — Chairman Daniel Laltlnen, Secre­ tary Alfredo Panico, Educational Direc­ tor Walker Prentiss. Chairman thanked members for good work and for coming out when country needs them. He re­ minded everyone to upgrade at Lundeberg School. He asked for mo­ ment of silence in memory of Paul Hall. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. J. Ortiz, deck engine utility (left), meets with Patrolman Bobby Milan during a payoff on the OMI Wabash. SS&i;•if-W SANTA ANA (OMI Corp.), September 29 — Chairman Daniel Laitinen, Secre­ tary Alfredo Panico, Educational Direc­ tor Walker Prentis, Deck Delegate Curtis Lewis, Engine Delegate David Dunklin. Chairman asked crew to leave rooms clean. He thanked everyone for good job. Engine delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ,•••• -I'-S -JW.:.-W. One of the memorable events during voyage 045 aboard the Ultrasea was a delicious barbecue. Enjoying the meal are DEU Carlos Milla, Bosun Cesar Gutierrez and Deck Maintenance Ed Haney. . . ; S- •., . • .. • -. ' Zellero, Engine Delegate P. Torres, Steward Delegate W. Campbell. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew ob­ served one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers. SEA-LAND CHALLENGER (SeaLand Service), September 29 — Chair­ man Roy Williams, Secretary H. Scypes, Educational Director James Williams, Deck Delegate James Walker, Engine Delegate F. Rodriguez, Steward Delegate W. Campbell. Secre­ tary reported beef. No other beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for recent cookout and fine meals every day. Crew ob­ served one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers. SEA-LAND CONSUMER (Sea Land Service), September 24 — Chairman W. Mortier, Secretary M. Fields, Educa­ tional Director W. Lindsey, Deck Dele­ gate Thomas Self, Steward Delegate Abdu Azez. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. SEA-LAND DEVELOPER (Sea Land Service), September 13 — Chairman R. Pinkham, Secretary G. Shirley, Educa­ tional Director C. Chancey, Deck Dele­ gate Clyde Luse, Engine Delegate L. Mills, Steward Delepte C. Atkins. Edu­ cational director reviewed benefits pack­ age. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND EXPEDITION (Sea-Land Service), September 22 — Chairman Paulino Flores, Secretary E. Vazquez, Educational Director D. Manthei. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND EXPLORER (Sea-Land Service), September 28 — Chairman Ted Tolentino, Secretary S. Ghani, Edu­ cational Director Daniel F. Dean, Deck Delegate Larry Thompson, Engine Del­ egate Theodore Hawkins, Steward Dele­ gate Inocenso Fontelera. Chairman noted good crew and smooth trip. He Vasquez, Secretary C.M. Modellas, Ed­ ucational Director David Gordius. No . beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew needs new washing machine. Crew ex­ tended vote of thanks to SIU President Michael Sacco and his staff for coming aboard vessel in Honolulu. SEA-LAND INNOVA TOR (Sea Land Service), September 21 — Chairman Claude Dockrey, Secretary Jose Bayani, Educational Director Rickey D. Cavender, Deck Delegate J.R. Picciolo, Engine Delegate Prebtiss Smith, Stew­ ard Delegate George Bronson. Chair­ man reported smooth sailing, thanked steward department for job well done. Steward department thanked deck and engine departments for helping keep ship exceptionally clean. Educational di­ rector urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School, thereby increasing eaming potential. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND INTEGRITY(Sea-Land Service), September 26 — Chairman D. Leon, Secretary P. Laboy. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Chairman thanked entire crew for smooth and safe trip. SEA-LAND LIBERATOR (Sea-Land Service), September 29 — Chairman Sonny Herrera, Secretary W. Wroten, Educational Director E. Ford, Deck Del­ egate Paul Mahone, Engine Delegate George Hoopes, Steward Delegate Lorenzo Raza. Chairman reported prob­ lem-free voyage. Educational director urged continued support for SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked GSU Wayne Campine for keep­ ing crew lounge and mess hall in top shape. SEA-LAND NA VIGATOR (Sea-Land Service), September 15 — Chairman Continued on page 27 •• • W. • r"- • • r^--. • •i-f'• " • i ' 'i; ..a • • ' i 'ii •I • L- • ' • -41 -f • - /A �,'' '•• . •.''".:',;"'"!'7"."''' ; 'iv SOFAim 106 2« ; • J- 'iVcpiil.>:&-•; S:B#^ Pensioners Ruby served in the Army from 1940 , until 1946. He lives in Des Moines, La. Continued from page 14 JOSEPH STAN­ TON, 59, joined the union in 1959 in the port of New York. The native of Philadel­ phia, Pa. shipped in the deck de­ partment. Brother Stanton still calls Philadelphia home. JOHNNY NETTLES, 67, joined the SIU in 1956 in the port of Bal­ timore. A native of South Caro­ lina, he shipped in the engine de­ partment. Brother Nettles served in the Navy from 1942 until 1943. He has retired to Jacksonville, Fla. BILLY NUCKOLS, 66, joined the Seafarers in 1952 in the port of Balti­ more. He was bom in West Virginia and in 1975 completed the Lundeberg School's bosun recertification course. Brother Nuckols re­ sides in Anstead, W.Va. DOMINICK ORSINI, 66, joined the union in 1963 in the port of New York. Bom in Brooklyn, N.Y., he sailed in the engine department and upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School. Brother Orsini served in the Navy from 1943 until 1946. He has retired to Harrisburg, Pa. THOMAS D. OWEN, 65, joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of Mobile, Ala. An Alabama na­ tive, he shipped in the engine de­ partment. Brother Owen served in the Army from 1946 until 1949. He resides in Seattle. ANTHONY PERRY, 66, joined the Seafarers in 1973 in the port of Houston. He was bom in Rhode Is­ land and sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Brother Perry upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School. He served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. Brother Perry has retired to Pahmmp, Nev. •L-'i , ."'i' y "(i /s^;%,. n RICHARD E. PERRY, 62, I joined the union in 1960 in the port of Detroit, Mich. Bom in Oil City, Pa., he sailed as a bosun. Brother Perry served in the Navy from 1948 until 1955. He lives in Manitowoc, Wis. FRANK RAKAS,64, joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of New York. A native of Browns­ ville, Pa., he sailed in the stew­ ard department. Brother Rakas re­ sides in Cardale, Pa. HOWARD RUBY, 77, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1961 in the port of New York. He was bom in Cleve­ land, Ohio and shipped in the galley gang. Brother RAPHEL STEYENS, 67, joined the SIU in 1957 in the port of Bal­ timore. Bom in Green Bay, Wis., he sailed in the black-gang. Brother Stevens served in the Army from 1943 to 1945 and from 1947 to 1951. He has retired to Houston. WILTON STOKES, 61, joined the.Seafar­ ers in 1961 in the port of Mobile, Ala. The Ala­ bama native shipped in the deck department. Brother Stokes re­ sides in Theodore, Ala. WILLARD TAYLOR, 65, joined the SIU in 1947 in Marcus Hook, Ta. He was bom in Chester, Pa. and sailed in the deck department. Brother Taylor served in the Army from 1943 to 1946. He has retired to Bristol, Pa. FRANK TIMMONS, 63, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1953 in his native New York. He shipped in the deck department. Brother Timmons has retired to Des Moines, Wash. HAROLD UNGLERT, 65, joined the union in 1967 in the port of Wilming­ ton, Calif. He was bom in New Jersey and sailed in the engine department. Brother Unglert served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. He lives in Neptune City, N.J. ALFONSO VALENTE, 67, joined the SIU in 1965 in his native New York. He sailed in the deck department and from 1942 until 1962 he served in the Navy. Brother Valente has re­ tired to Tampa, Fla. JAMES H. WALL, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1965 in the port of New York. Bom in Florida, he shipped in the black-gang. Lundeberg School. Boatman Ramey resides in Seaford Blades, Del. Brother Wall served in the Navy from 1943 to 1944. He resides in Jacksonville, Fla. JOHNNY YOUNG, 62, graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Train­ ing School in his native Mobile, Ala. in 1958. He shipped in the steward department. Brother Young lives in New Orleans. INLAND ANTONIO ATILES,64, joined the union in 1976 in his na­ tive Puerto Rico. He shipped in the deck department. Boatman Atiles still calls Carolina, P.R. home. i ROLDIN DINET,62, joined the union in 1969 in the port of New Or­ leans, The Louisi­ ana native shipped as a cap­ tain. He resides in Golden Meadow, La. DEWITt HOLLOWELL, 64, joined the Seafarers in 1973 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He was bom in North Carolina and shipped in the deck department. Boatman Hollowell served in the Navy from 1943 to 1961. He lives in Virginia Beach, Va. GORDON RAMEYSR., 64, joined the union in 1972 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. The Vir­ ginia native sailed as a cap­ tain and in 1973 upgraded at the DONALD WIL­ LIS, 64, joined the union in 1957 in the port of Phil­ adelphia, Pa. The NorA Carolina native shipped as a mate. He still calls Sea Level, N.C. home. , ''f Jt'. iiil '.J GREAT LAKES BAYARD BRITTON, 62, joined the Seafarers in 1977 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Bom in Nicaragua, he shipped in the steward department. Boatman Britton has retired to Tampa, Fla. j RAYMOND HILL, 63, joined the union in 1960 in the port of New York. Bom in New Jersey, he sailed as a captain. Boatman Hill served in the Marines from 1976 to 1979. He has retired to Baltimore. OLLIE DAN TAYLOR JR., 66, joined the Seafarers in 1972 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Bom in North Carolina, he sailed as a captain and in 1979 upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Boatman Taylor served in the Navy from 1943 to 1967. He has retired to Satsuma, Fla. JAMES J. BISHOP, 65, joined the union in 1966 in the port of Frank­ fort, Mich. A Michigan native, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Bishop served in the Army from 1950 until 1952. He resides in St. Ignace, Michigan. HARLANDFITZPATRICK, 62, joined the union in 1967 in the port of Detroit. Bom in Toledo, Ohio, he shipped in the black-gang. Brother Fitzpatrick has retired to his native Toledo. , RAILROAD MARINE FRANK CHORLEY,63, joined the union 1953 in Elberta, Mich. He was bom in Detroit and shipped in the engine depart­ ment. Brother Chorley served in the Army from 1946 to 1947. He resides in Frankfort, Mich. DONALD MESZAROS, 65, joined the union in 1953 in the port of Frank­ fort, Mich. The Michigan native sailed in the stew­ ard department. Brother Meszaros has retired to Beulah, Mich. ORRIN SMITH, 63, joined the Sea­ farers in 1963 in the port of New York. Bom in Brooklyn, N.Y., he shipped in the deck department. Brother Smith has retired to Bellmore, N.Y. Gaines Meets Randolph Institute Head The photograph on page 4 of the November 1991 edition of the Seafarers LOG misidentified the Seafarer talking with Normal Hill, president of the A. Philip Randolph Institute. He is Assistant Cook Nicholas Gaines, a member of the SlU's Government Services Division who prior to shipping was active in the Brother­ hood of Sleeping Car Porters, which had been headed once by Randolph. •'j -L;, ; �.-.ssetat OfCfMSfff 7991 n- - - yd Continued from page 25 Werner Becher, Secretary Rudolf Spingat, Engine Delegate Y. Brown, Steward Delegate B.L. Mack. Chairman recommended members upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang. SEA-LAND PACIFIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 29 — Chairman O. Wiley, Secretaiy D. Spangler. Chair­ man received and posted notice of new Crowley tankers. He noted random drug testing scheduled to begin October 1. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for excellent job. SEA-LAND PATRIOT(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 3 — Chairman S. Evans, D^k Delegate Robert Pacheco, Engine Delegate Randolph Llanes. Chaiirnan reminded crew to separate plastics, cans and bottles. He thanked crew for good trips and clean ship. Edu­ cational director urged members to up­ grade at Lundeberg School and watch safety videos aboard ship. No beefs or disputed OT reported. 27 No beefs or disputed OT reported. Ship needs new TV and VCR with direct an­ tenna hookup. Ship needs new washer and dryer. Next port; Houston. ULTRASEA (American Maritime Transport), September 22 — Chairman Cesar A. Gutierrez, Secretary J. Savoie, Deck Delegate Eddie Hall, En­ gine Delegate Robert Baptiste, Steward Delegate Leonard Skipper. Deck dele­ gate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or stew­ ard delegates. USNS CHAUVENET(Mai Ship Opera­ tors), September 5 — Chairman Jeff Paul Focardi, Secretary June Pertusini, Educational Director A1 Matos, Deck Darryl Goggins and GSU Jerome Grimes. Crew found stowaway cat dur­ ing voyage from Saudi Arabia. CAPE METEOR (lOM), October 6 — Chairman R. Clemente. Educational di­ rector urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine or steward delegates. SAMUEL COBB(Ocean Shipholding), October 6 — Chairman J. Caruso, Sec­ retary R. Crawford, Deck Delegate Jo­ seph Rives, Engine Delegate E. Mardones, Steward Delegate T. Bar­ rett. Educational director urged mem­ bers to upgrade at Lundeberg School and Fishing's Fine Aboard the Ultrasea SEA-LAND QUALITY (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 1 — Chairman Car­ mine Bova, Secretary TJ. Smith, Educational Director D. Incoram. Edu­ cational director urged members to up­ grade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND RELIANCE (Sea-Land Service), September 26 — Chairman R. McConagle, Secretary E. Douroudons, Educational Director G. Payne. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. SEA-LAND SPIRIT (Sea-Land Service), September 13 — Chairman Victor Ardowski, Secretary W. Hawkins, En­ gine Delegate K. Yafai, Steward Dele­ gate Jasper Jackson. Engine and steward delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck delegate. SEA-LAND TACOMA (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 14 — Chairman D. At­ kinson, Secretary D. Boone, Educational Director C. Piper, Engine Delegate K. Couture, Steward Delegate Mana Nasser. Chairman announced pay­ off. No beefs or disputed OT reported. INDIAN OCEAN (mC), October 13 — Chairman L. Welch, Deck Delegate John Sullivan, No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for clarification of maximum daily working hours. Crew thanked galley gang for great food and great job. LNG AQUARIUS (ETC), October 20 — Chairman Sam T. Brooks, Secretary Al­ exander P. Reyer, Educational Director Vincent Larimer, Deck Delegate Jack Rhodes, Engine Delegate Don Bushy, Steward Delegate Henry Daniels. Bosun noted smooth trip. Educational di­ rector extolled virtues of upgrading at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $155 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. : ..*! - y, wywfi i'"' 4 If RICHARD G. MATTHIESEN(Ocean Shipholding), October 6 — Chairman James T. Martin, Secretary J. Jordan, Deck Delegate D. Naze, Engine Dele­ gate Robert Gaglioti, Steward Delegate P.G. Ordansa. Chairman urged all crewmembers to upgrade at Piney Point. Secretary reminded members to contrib­ ute to SPAD, it goes a long way and helps all members. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department. SEA-LAND PERFORMANCE (SeaLand Service), September 22 — Chair­ man J.W. Donaldson, Secretary E. Porter, Educational Director D. John­ son, Deck Delegate J. Conlin, Engine Delegate P. Pardovich, Steward Dele­ gate Gilberto Tolentino. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (Sea-Land Service), September 8 — Chairman Jack Edwards, Secretary Cathy McMahon. Educational Director M. Langford, Deck Delegate William Haynie, Engine Delegate H. Ahmed, Steward Delegate David West. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked deck and steward departments for jobs well , done. deck or steward delegates. Bosun Cesar A. Gutierrez finds the waters good for fishing aboard the Ultrasea. Delegate George Dehlmar, Engine Dele­ gate Tony Estes, Steward Delegate Americus Bell. Educational director re­ minded members to be cautious around electrical equipment. He reminded mem­ bers to wear proper footwear on board. No beefs or disputed OT reported. USNS REGULUS (Bay Tankers), Sep­ tember 1 — Chairman Marion C. Roper, Secretary George Quinn, Educa­ tional Director Rudolph R. Cefaratti, Deck Delegate Eugenio S. DeSousa, En­ gine Delegate William H. Day, Steward Delegate Roberto Pabon Fox. Educa­ tional director stressed ithportance of up­ grading at Lundeberg School and donating to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. USNS SEALIFT PACIFIC (mC), Sep­ tember 26 — Chairman Ferdinand Gongora, Secretary Marco Guevara, Deck Delegate Frank Reynolds, Stew­ ard Delegate Sam Gordon. No beefs or disputed OT reported. WESTWARD VENTURE (lOM), Sep­ tember 28 — Chairman M.W. Kadderly, Secretary R.B. Sanderson, Educational Director C.W. Cunning­ ham, Deck Delegate T. Vain, Engine Delegate A. Donahoe, Steward Delegate V. Westlin. Educational director urged members to read Seafarers LOG and do­ nate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 2 — Chairman J. Miller, Secretary L. Lightfoot, Educa­ tional Director F.L. Hall, Deck Delegate S.W. Parker, Engine Delegate P. Hove, Steward Delegate J. Boss. Chairman re­ minded all hands to think and practice safety at all times. Secretary thanked all hands for helping steward department keep vessel clean. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for fine meals and salad bar. PFCDEWAYNET. WILLIAMS (AMSEA), September 15 — Chairman Alvin McCants, Secreta^ Donna Jean demons. Educational Director Christo­ pher Doyle, Deck Delegate Keith Kirhy, Engine Delegate F. Jaworski, Steward Delegate D. Landry. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Black-gang member Jaworski and GSU Patricia Piccione, also aboard vessel, are newlyweds. ULTRAMAR (American Maritime Transport), September 22 — Chairman R. Wiles, Secretary R. Poovey, Educa­ tional Director C. Durden, Deck Dele­ gate C. Fairfax, Engine Delegate H. Cortes, Steward Delegate Tim Wil­ liams. Chairman reported jobs well done by all SIU hands. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. He asked contracts department how a C-card may request one-trip relief. AMERICAN CORMORANT(Pacific Gulf Marine), October 6 — Chairman Charles Davis, Secretary D. Goggins, Deck Delegate R. Oliphant, Engine Del­ egate W. Behan, Steward Delegate T. Guthrie. Educational director pointed out positive points of upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward de­ partment for job well done, including Chief Cook Tim Guthrie, Steward/Baker donate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. CONSTELLATION(MaeTsk), October 13 — Chairman Sal Ciciulla, Deck Dele­ gate Carl Davis, Steward Delegate C. Dominguez. Educational director urged members to donate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Some crewmembers said stores sent by com­ pany are of poor quality. CORNHUSKERSTATE(lOM), Octo­ ber 27 — Chairman Louis Flade, Secre­ tary Abe Martinez, Educational Director J.S. Knight. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. GUS DARNELL (Ocean Shiphold­ ing), October 10 — Chairman John Wolfe, Secretary L. Propheter, Educa­ tional Director Alvin Markowitz, Deck Delegate Paul Moss, Engine Del­ egate M. Hadwan. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for good work despite lack of some stores. FALCON PRINCESS (Seahawk Man­ agement), October 13 — Chairman K. Koutouras, Secretary H. Jones, Deck Delegate Eugene Finley, Steward Dele­ gate James Harris. Bosun thanked crew, said this was best trip he has made in 30 years. Educational director advised members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Engine delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck or steward-delegates. Crew thanked steward department. Next port: Houston. GAL VESTON BA Y(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), October 6 — Chairman David Manson, Secretary R. Hicks, Educa­ tional Director Michael Kovach, Deck Delegate Nelson Sala, Engine Delegate M. Beata. Chairman announced payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward depart­ ment. GOPHER STATE(lOM), October 27 — Chairman John Stout, Secretary R. Malozi, Educational Director W. Cam­ eron, Deck Delegate G. McCarthy, En­ gine Delegate M. Field. Chairman announced payoff. Secretary asked that all soiled linen be brought to galley area. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by NEDLLOYD HUDSON (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), October 13 — Chairman John R. Neff, Secretary W. Rohles, Educational Director Christos Tsipliareles, Deck Delegate Tan Ah Joon, Engine Dele­ gate Thomas McCardle, Steward Dele­ gate Thomas McNeills. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for re­ view of pension plan with change to 20 years seatime and no age requirement for retirement. Crew thanked galley gang. OMI COLUMBIA (OMI Corp.), Octo­ ber 18 — Chairman E. Duhon, Secre­ tary R. Peralta, Educational Director A. Bomhita. Chairman announced payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported. f? OMIDYNACHEM(OMI Corp.), Octo­ ber 3 — Chairman Larry Kunc, Secre­ tary Steven Wagner, Educational Director L. Phillips, Deck Delegate Terry Thomas, Engine Delegate Rob­ ert Pritchett. Ship was short of water while in port, none put on due to price. Chairman said he intended to ask patrol­ man why non-union workers were filling four positions (two painters and two welders) aboard vessel. He reported sepa­ rate beef. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by department delegates. Crew thanked galley gang. Next port: Port Ar­ thur, Texas. OMI LEADER (OMI Corp.), October 13 — Chairman W.S. Byrne, Secretary C.C.HollingsIII, Educational Director J. Trent. Chairman encouraged mem­ bers to donate to SPAD, because that means more jobs. Educational director pointed out financial benefits of upgrad­ ing at Lundeberg School. Engine dele­ gate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew extended vote of thanks to steward department. OVEI7SE4S/1I7C77C (Maritime Over­ seas), October 15 — Chairman John Lit­ tle Jr., Secretary G. Marzett, Deck Delegate Tim Olvany, Engine Delegate W. Gee, Steward Delegate Lee Harmason. Chairman announced payoff, urged crewmembers to upgrade as soon as pos­ sible. He noted everything running smoothly but said crew lounge needs new furniture. No beefs or disputed OT reported. OVERSEAS NEW YORK (Maritime Overseas), October 30 — Chairman J. Scheck, Secretary Darrell Touchstone, Educational Director Edward Self, Deck Delegate Billy G. Hill Sr., Engine Delegate C. Mazzara, Steward Delegate Fred Lindsey. Chairman reported up­ coming layup. Secretary said this is one of best crews he has had pleasure of working with. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for excellent job. f'- 'I Hi - ' vm • v.. 's- - I 'A ' IV'"L V •' ' v'' - :> �SEAFARERS LOG 28 Know Your Rights Holiday Recipes by Seafarers Honey Glazed Ham with Spinach Stuffing by Robert Scott Recertified Steward Robert Scott, a frequent contributor to the Seafarers LOG, submitted these recipes which he has perfected over the couse of many holi­ day seasons. One half of a 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained 1 egg, well beaten V3 cup grated Parmesan cheese Vi cup toasted pine nuts or toasted chopped walnuts V2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed Vs teaspoon onion powder V2 cup honey 1 teaspoon prepared mustard 5 lb. fully cooked half ham or 5 lb. boneless, fuly cooked ham In a mixing bowl, stir together spinach, egg. cheese, nuts; basil and onion powder. Set aside. Stir together hotiey and mustard. Set aside. Slit ham through center and side. Pack spinach mixture into slits. Bake ham in a 350" oven for l'/2 hours. Brush ham with half of honey mixture. Let stand 15 minutes. Makes 12 serv ings. Christmas Popcorn Balls by Robert Scott Remove all unpopped kernels from pop­ corn. Lightly butter a large baking pan. Com­ bine popcorn, red cherries, green cherries and peanuts in prepared pan, in a V/i quart saucepan, combine sugar, butter and corn syrup. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to boiling. Reduce heat & simmer • 5 min. Remove from heat. Stir in baking soda. Stir in and coat popcorn mbcture. Bake in a 300" oven for 15 minutes. Stir. Bake 5 minutes longer. Remove popcorn mixture from pan and spread out on aluminum foil. When warm to the touch, place '/2 cup mixture in center of a 12-inch piece of plain or colored plastic wrap. Secure with ribbon or string. Insert a wire hook through tie and hang on tree. Makes 16 balls. 8 cups of popped popcorn % cup red candied cherries halved % cup green candied cherries halved % cup peanuts % cup sugar 6 tablespoons butter or margarine 3 tablespoons light corn syrup V4 teaspoon baking soda Scotty's Light Ginger Cookies Robert Scott In a small baking bowl, combine flour, baldng 3 cups all-purpose flour powder, ginger, s^It and cloves. In a large mixer 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons ground ginger bowl, beat butter and shortening until smooth. Add sugar and beat until well blended and fluffy. Add Vz teaspoon salt Vs teaspoon ground cloves eggs and vanilla and beat well. At low speed gradually Vs cup butter or margarine beat in flour mixture until well mixed. Divide dough in half. Cover and chill 1 to 2 hours or until easy to Vs cup shortening handle. On a ligjitly floured surface roll dough '/«inch 5/4 cup sugar thick. Cut with cookie cutters. Place on ungreased 2 eggs cookie sheets. Bake in 375° oven 7 minutes or until 1 teaspoon vanilla lightly browned around the edges. Cool on wire rack. Makes 3 dozen 2-inch cookies. Sweet Potatoes Hawaiian Style by Suzanne Van Schoor Seaforer Suzanne Van Sdhoor, ttiio halls from Hawsdi, mailed her from Southampton in the United Kingdom witilc adhoard fl^e €3; Long Lines, V4 cup btitter Of fat 6 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut in half .lengthwise-,: f Icup brovvn sugar RM»r MeU the butter or.fto in a skilfet; brown the potatoes in; it; Add? bipwti sugar and pineapple sugararid pine^ple. Cook over low heat for 45 minutes or until tender. Turn the potatoes fre­ quently. Serves 6 to 8, ^ OerMne Borozxin t- she fC;- IKetlred SIU seotelaiy tSeraldine BtwoaBin ported is 3 cups self-rising flour 2 teaspoons sugar 1 can (12-oz.) Preheat oven to 350°. Mix all ingredients together until well blended. Grease bread pan; pour in batter and bake in 350° oven for one hour, or until brown on top. • Rhubarb Cream Cheese Pie by Jeanne Rice Jeanne Rice, a motfier of a merchant seaman, thought LOG readers would like this delicious recipe. Mix the prepared rhubarb with the first half of sugar (or honey) and flour and place in tite pie shell. Bake at 400° for 15 minutes to cook rhubarb. Wliile this is baking, mix cream cheese with second half of sugar (or honey), then beat in eggs one at a time. When rhubarb is cooked (15 minutes), re­ move from oven and lower tempera­ ture to 350°. Pour cheese mixture over hot rhubarb and return to 350° oven for 30 minutes. Mix sour cream and 2 tablespoons of sugar and vanilla extract and spread over hot pie when second baking is complete (30 minutes). Cool, chill and serve. 1 deep 9" pie shell (unbaked) 1 pound of rhubarb (3 cups), cut up 1VJ cup sugar or honey 3 tablespoons flour 1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese Vz cup sugar or honey 2 eggs 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspon vanilla extract 1 cup (8 oz. carton) sour cream Til;-';' " V•• ,..'v FINANCIAL RKPORTS The constitution of the SIC Atlantic. (luH. Lakes and inland Waters District makes speciric provision for saleguarding the memhership's money and Union finanees. l he cainstitution reciuires a detailed audit by Ccrtilied Public Accouniaiits ever> year, which is to be submilied to tiie membership by the Seeretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-lile members, elected by the .membership, makes examination each year ot the finances of the LInion and reports fully their findings and reeomniendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recom­ mendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic. Gulf. Lakes and In­ land Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements.. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally.consist of Union and manage­ ment representatives and their alter­ nates. All. expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquar­ ters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS A member's shipping rights and .senior­ ity are protected exclusively by con­ tracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies ol these contracts are posted and avail­ able in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The proper address for this is: Angus Red Campbell, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, VId. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU mem­ ber works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their con­ tract rights, as well as their obliga­ tions, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU. patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, they should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the po­ litical purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This estab­ lished policy has heeii reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial hoard which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT 01 MONIES. No monies are to he paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given lor same, finder no circumstances should any meniher pay an>' money for any reason unless ho is given sueh receipt. In theeveulaiiyone attempts lo.require anv such payment be made without supplving a receipt, or it a meniher is requirexfto make a payment and is eiven an olfieial recei|rt. but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should im­ mediately be reported to Union head­ quarters. CONSrnUTIONAU RIGHTS AND OBUK. ATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution arc available in all LInion halls. All members should ob­ tain copies of this constitution so as to familiari/.e themselves with its eontents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him of any eon.stitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc.. as well as all other details, the member so affected should immedi­ ately notify headquarters. EQUAL RKiHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employ­ ment and as members of the SlU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLHTCAL ACTIVITY DONATION-^SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its ob­ jects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, so­ cial and economic interests of mari­ time workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such ob­ jects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective of­ fice. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may he solicited or received because of force, job dis­ crimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condi­ tion of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper con­ duct. the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate ac­ tion and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to pro­ tect and further his economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at head­ quarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. Fhe address is 5201 Auth Wav, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. �• •' - '. •• • .V : ..i '« ' •. r • < ;,. • •. i '.y.' ' -r- DECEMBER 1991 29 Final Departures DEEP SEA CIRILO BAQIJILOD Pensioner Cirik) Bat|uiio(J, 91, passed away recently. He was born in thePhilippine islands and joined the SILJ in I9.'i.^ in the port or New York. Brother Baquilod shipped in the stew­ ard departinent. He retired in January 1971. '• *" 'm •' i m: HOWARD COLK Pensiotier Howard Cole. 65; died August 18. He '^/as born in McKinney, Texas aiid joined the .Seafarers in 1959 in the port ()!" Houston. IJrother Cole sailed in the deck depart• nieiit. He served in the Army from 1944 to 1947. Brother Cole became a pensioner in March 1989. t l ARKNC i; (ONKLK Pensioner V Clarence \ Conklc; . 68. passed away Sep­ tember 25 as a result of heart failure. Born in West Virginia, he joined the union in I94.f in . the port of New York. Brother Conkle shipped in the engine department. He retired in Aumist 1979. • WIKLIAVIDAVKV Pensioner William Davey. 70. died recently. .A native of Cireen Bay. Wis., he joined the Sll! in 1947 in the port of New Crieaiis. Brother Davey sailed in the galles gang, lie serVetl in the Army Irom 19.79 until 1945. Brother Davey retired.iii Deeeinber 1982. .lOSKPH HKNRV Pensioner Joseph Henry. 80. , died August 15. He was born in Texas and joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards belore that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Henry re­ tired In August 1974. .lOAQUIN iMAl.DONADO fA-nsioner Joaquin Maldonado. 84. passed away Oc­ tober 21. The na­ tive of Puerto RiCo joined the SlU as a charter member in 1978 in the port of New York. Brother Maldonado shipped in the deck department. He became a pen-, sioner in December 1966. ISAAC MIK HKLL Pensioner Isaac Mitchell. 84. died August 8. He was born in Texas and joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards before ' that union merged with ACiLlWD. Brother Mitche retired iii April 1977. DONALDMLRF'HV , Pensioner Donald Muiphy. 66. aw ay Oc­ tober 12. A nati\ e of Nor- • folk. Va.. he joined the SILI in 1956 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Murphy sailed in the engine department and up­ graded frequently at the. Lnikleberg School. He retired in Februars 1989. .lAKKNORRIS THOMAS DOR AN Thomas Doran. 42. jiassed aw a\' October 14. He was born in Bethesda. Md. and graituated tfom the i.unileberg SCIKIOI ill i974. Brother Doran . shipped in the black-gang, and he upgraded freiiucntly at the .Lundeberg School. He last sailed in September 1990. Pensioner Jake Norri.s. 90. passed away August 14. The Louisiana.native joined the Ma­ rine Cooks and Stewards in 1950 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. before that union merged w ith the.AGLIWD. Brother , Norris retired in September 1968. WILLIAM M NKZ Pensioner William Nunc/. 89. died October 9; Born in the V\ AI /I K R H I Z(; K R A LD Pensioner Walter F-it/gerald. 89. dieil October .7. The Cieorgia native joineil the SIL! in 1967 in the port of Jackson­ ville. Fla. Brother Fit/gerald sailed in the engine depart­ ment. He served in the Navy from 1921 to 1925. Brother Fit/.eerald retired in Julv 1978. HKRMAN (iRKKN Herman Cireen. 68. pas.sed av\ a> Sep­ tember 5. A native ' of Texas, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stew­ ards in I97;7. before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Cireen completed stew­ ard recertification in 1980. He served in the Army from 1942 to 194.7. He last shipped in Au­ gust 1989. T ^ Philippine is­ lands. he joined the SlU as a charter member in 19.79.in the port of New York. Brother Nunez shipped in the blackgang. He retired in January J 965. FRANK PANT: r I F. Frank Panette. 67. passed aw ay Oc­ tober 21. He w as born in . Massa­ chusetts and joined the Seafar­ ers in 1947 in the port of New York. Brother Panette sailed in the engine department. In 1984 . - -if. =. tl. he upgraded at the Lundeberg School. He served in the Army from 1951 until 1957. Brother Panette was an active member at the time of his death. ALBERT RICHOI X Pensioner Albert . Richoux, 68. died Septeinber 26. He joined the SlU in. 1941 in his native New Orleans. Brother Richoux shipped in the galley gang. He retired in Octo­ ber 1982. VIC LOR ROMOLO Victor Romolo. 65. passed aw ay October 20. He joined the Seafarers in .1947 in his na­ tive New York. In 1982 Brother Romolo completed the steward recertification course. He was an active member at the time of his death. .lOSE TABLAS INLAND Pen­ sioner Jose Tablas. 76. died De­ cember 18.1990. Born in Califor­ nia, he joined the SlU in 1951 inthepprtofNewYork. • Brother Tablas shipped in the deck department. He retired'in May 1987. JOHNHATHCOCK i Pensioner John Hathcock. 80. died September 9. Born in Flor ida. he joined the union in 1977 in the port of Mobile. Ala. Boattnan Hathcock shipped as a mate. He began receiving his pension in July 1978. . is • 'mi GREAT LAKES THOM AS McM AHON JOSEPH WILSON Pensioner Joseph Wilson. 66. passed away September 22. The native of Toledo. Ohio joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1972 in the port of Seattle, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Wilson served in the Arniy from 1944 until 1949. He retired in December 1985. Thomas McMahon. 67. passed away August 4. Hewas bom in Wheeling. W-Va. and in 1971 joined the SlU in the port of' Detroit. Brother McMahon shipped in the engine depart­ ment. In 1978 he upgraded at Piney Point toQMED. He served in the Army I'rdm 1946 to 1947. Brother McMahon last shipped in 1979. SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT FOR GREAT LAKES TUG AND DREDGE PENSION FUND Thi.s isa summary of the annual report of the Great Lakes Tug and Dredge Pension Fund EIN 13-1953878 for the year ended December 31,1990. The annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) Basic Financial Statement Benefits under the Plan are provided by the Trust. ' Plan expenses were $880,555; these expenses included $175,162 in administrative expenses mid $705,393 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. A total of 542 persons were participants in or beneficiaries of the Plan at the end of the Plan year, although not all of these persons had yet earned the right to receive benefits. The value of Plan assets, after subtracting liabilities pf the Plan, was $14,571,440 as of December 31, 1990 compared to $14,469,688 as of January 1, 1990. During the Plan year, the Plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $101,752. This increase included unrealised appreciation (depreciation) in the value of Plan assets; that is, the difference between the current value of assets at the beginning of the year plus the cost of any assets acquired during tlie year less the current value of assets at the end of the year. The Plan had total income of $982,307, including employer contributions of $213,355, employee contributions of $113,809, gains of (loss) of ($45,850) from the sale of assets, and earnings from investments of $700,993. V" -.. • Minimum Funding Standards An actuary's statement shows that enough money was contributed to the Plan to keep it funded in accordance with the minimum funding standards of ERISA. Your Rights to Additional information You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, oh request. The items listed below are included in that report; 1. An accountant's report, 2. Assets held for investment. 3. Actuarial information regarding the funding of the Plan, and 4. Service provider and trustee information. To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of Nicholas J. Marrone. who is the Plan Administrator. 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746; (301) 899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $2.00 for the full annual report, or $.10 per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive form the Plan Administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the Plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the Plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from tlie Plan Administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the Plan at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington. D C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure, Room N4677, Pension and Welfare Benefit Programs, Department of Labor. 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W.. Washington, D.C. 20216. MTD: Full Recognition Due WWII Mariners Continued from page 15 years to recognize." Ostro then read from the wireless cable received that day in 1945. One passage said. "Victory message to the Merchant Navy. . . For more than five-and-a-half years side by side with the Allied Merchant Navies in the face of continual and merciless attacks by the enemy, you have maintained the ceaseless flow of sea traffic on which the life and .strength of this country depend. . . The Admiralty have also asked me to express on their behalf and on behalf of the Royal Navy their admiration for the great contri­ bution made by the merchant Navy to the common victory through all the perils and rigors of more than five-and-a-half years of war at sea." in noting that American WWII seamen's eligibility date for veterans status is some 16 months earlier than the day set for the entire Armed Forces. Ostro noted the unfairness of the situation in an interview with the Seafarers LOG. "What we were doing out there wasn't a lark. It wasn't a cruise. We were as much at risk as any military personnel. . . Fach of us had a gun station, each of us was trained to man the guns in the event something happened to the armed guard." • G.f. • 1: , 1 '•••r . ' •' • k Krf;;-, , '•"L- ' �..— (I - . -. r. «",••!• Tv~ ••, •••«'.: V •_ • •:•. • '1 ••:.•• . • •- »r • • i .< ,-; ir—.— • •- —i • f..- • -w -i-- —j:-.-, - • •• , . • -. -. .vi-.*'. .••—ir' -i= -n. •••- .•, r-f'i ••••*• IM .• - • • -• • r"i ;•• "•• :• • - ' •— -i-' • j-i i . •••• -Ti • "y- SOFAROISLOG pi .:v . v.: Lundeberg School Graduates Five Clares °"h [: {" ' .' l# o ;: . • • ^ 'V V-.-- •;• • •-. • • • ,.• • 'V' im-r-. y: Trainee Lifeboat Class 484—Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 484 are (from left, kneeling) Ben Cusic (instructor), Marvin Smith, Fred Castillo III, Dayna Roger, Joel Mendez, Tim Haag, Paul Carlton, Lorenzo Houston, Tom Zemianek, (second row) Marco Alicea, Steven Burroughs, John Burke, Troy Mack, Henry Haleakala, Glen Bohner II, Bill O'Neill, Raymond Elmore Jr., Gregory Wasiek, (third row) Nash Henrietta, Ben Shupp, Michael Chupp and Jason Cooper. Trainee Lifeboat Class 485—Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat class 485 are (from left, kneeling) Nathaniel Salomonsky, Michael Watts, Mike Paber, Kendra Tomlinson, Rick Dunston, Michael Boulier, (second row) Phil McGuire (instructor), Sean Taylor, Scot Jauma, Jeffrey Ludy, Eddie Wood, Louis Valles, Todd Fowler, (third row) Trevor Woodley, Alan Alston, Michael Rogers, Phillip Rankin, Eric Hyson, Robert Fleming, Anthony Schlumm, Ryan Gilsenan, (fourth row) Kyle Howell and Nathan Owens. - 'V,'••::•• • .f..;*l. - -•, f': •!- • ••-. • : .. :MW'ry'-<y'\\'ry-y "ryy - '•.•• • ••••• .•tif ^ i'tv; Upgraders Lifeboat—-Receiving their lifeboat training certificates on October 22 are (from left, kneeling) Tony Martin (MSG), Freda R. Scott (MSC), Alex Paulino (MSC), Olivia Ratliff (MSC), Angelo Journigan, Tom Laffey, (second row) James Bennefield, M.M.F. Mostafa, Bobby A. Shuler, Vera M. Foster (MSC), Al Jackson, Robert West, Dick Higgins, (third row) Patrick Wynne and Billy J. Phillips. -y-yy-'-' •• • TC-i • yy^"-'.' ... iii WHAT; j'i. p^yi.'yy>i-yy- : ' y , :-rn:,^:;:. ; V . : t-VT*'. .-J-. Upgraders Lifeboat—Certificates of training were received by the Noveinber 5 class of upgraders. They are (from left, front row) Adolfo Arzu, Maria Hanna, John Pagan, (second row) Jake Karaczynski (instructor), Paul Cadran, William Henderson, (third row) Keith W. Harness, Washington Oree Jr. and Ingvar Antonsson. . y •;'- •.- . .: 0'y-yy : Welding—^A certificate of graduation was issued on October 22 for completion of the welding course to (from left, Frank Bolton, John Wong, Robert Stancavage, Tom Harris and Bill Foley (instructor). bEVELOPM^ during evening hours for eight-Week sessions. WHEN: MONDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS from 1730 to 2030 or TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS from 1730 to 2030 from January 8 to February 28,1992. WHO: ALL LUNDEBERG SCHOOL STUDENTS AND STAFF ^eeligible. WHERE. ACADEMIC BUNGALOWS, Lundeberg School EARN CREDIT for an eight-week evening class while you are taking a daytime upgrading course or working a daytime job. WALK-IN REGISTRATION in the TRC lobby Monday, January b and Tuesday, January 7 —1600 to 2(M). Notices for future sessions will be annouiiceid in the Seafarers LOG. There WiU be sik sessiOT^ • • y. •r Lundeberg School Course Dates Corrected Several course dates originally listed in the "Guide to 1992 Lundeberg School Courses" (see Special Supplement, Seafarers LOG, November 1991) have been changed. The FOWT course originally scheduled for March 16 to April 24 now is set for March 2 to April 10. The final four Able Bodied Seaman's courses scheduled to begin in May have been delayed by two weeks. The new course dates are May 25 to'July 3, July 20 to August 28, September 14 to October 23 and November 9 to December 18. Also, the length of the AB course was listed incorrectly in the class descriptions. It is a six-week course. With these and any other courses, please be sure to contact the Lundeberg School's admissions office for any last minute changes. . ;• v. - • r- �-MiiruA-; i'J '•• ;• 1992 mHADING COURSE SCHEDULE i:': ••;• -yV "*• , ./r" 1. Detk Upgnding Courses •'4444'^'] •:-44 COurw iiv;:?'/ mt: ;r:# •$f$C ift: Check-In Coi^iMioh Date Date January 20 February 28 March 16 April 24 May 25 July 3 All students must take the m Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Lifeboatman January 6 January 17 January 20 January 31 Fehruary 3 February 14 February 17 February 28 March 2 March 13 March 16 March 27 March 30 April 10 April 13 April 24 April 27 May 8 May 11 May 22 May 25 •-''•4iy4i4'M'4!4'404 June 12 Ship Handling January 27 February 7 March 2 March 13 May 4 May 15 Radar Observer Unlimited January 20 January 24 March 16 March 20 May 18 May 22 Celestial Navigation February 10 March 6 April 6 May 1 Third Mate April 17 January 6 May 4 August 14 Limited Mates License January 27 March 3 Upon completion, the:, Sealift Operations course must be taken Tankerman March 16 April 10 Oil Spitt Course Check-In Compietioh Date Date March 2 March 6 AprU13 April 17 April 27 Mayl Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Course Oil Spill Prevention & Containment (1 week) UPGRADING APPUCAWN Name. •/ (Last) (First) Address. (City) Date of Birth. (Middle) Mo./Day/Year (Street) (State) Telephone! (Zip Code) " i. (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. Social Security #. • No Home Port. Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held If yes, which program: from Last grade of school completed. ^ • Yes GNo to (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? • Yes • No If yes, course(s) taken Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? • Yes • No If yes, how many weeks have you completed? Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement? • Yes • No Firefighting: • Yes • No CPR: • Yes • No Primary language spoken 4< • ! ^ (1.:, !?'• fV %aie Upgndim Courses Chkk-ln Completion Date Date January 6 March 27 May 11 July 31 FiremanAVatertender and Oiler January 20 February 28 March 2 April 10 May 11 June 19 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class. Pumproom Maintenance & Operations January 6 February 14 jl May 11 June 19 Marine Electrical Maintenance January 6 February 21 April 27 June 19 Assistant En^neer (Deep Sea & Inland) March 2 May 8 Refrigeration Maintenance & January 6 February 14 Operations May 11 June 19 Refrigerated Containers— March 2 April 10 Advance Maintenance Marine Electronics—^Technician-1 January 6 Februai^ 14 May 11 June 19 Marine Electronics—Technician-11 February 17 March 27 Basic Electronics April 13 May 8 Welding January 20 February 14 February 17 March 13 Hydraulics March 16 April 10 All students in the Engine Department will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. Course QMED-Any Rating '• • - •...t:"'-. V'.'J r 1991-92 Adult education Schedule SHISS College Pr^rum Sthedule fer 1992 FULL 8-week Sessions January 6 March 16 May 11 >jl DECK • AB/Sealift • 1st Class Pilot • Third Mate • Radar Observer Unlimited • Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course .• February 28 May 8 July 3 4^ EijK;.)'', 444' f ENGINE • FOWT • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) DATE. • Automation • Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility • Cook and Baker • Chief Cook • Chief Steward • Towboat Inland Cook s't f- > With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. RATING DATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE • Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation . • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems ilv ' ft;-''"3 m the following courses are available through the Seafarers Harry Lunde^ berg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. Please contact the admissions office if you are interested in attending. Check-In Completion Course •' • ' ^ •" Date Date High School Equivalency (GED) All open-ended (contact Adult Basic Education (ABE) admissions office for * English as a Second Language (ESL) starting dates) I am interested in the following course(s) checked below or indicated here if not listed : Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? Date available for training ••4'f Check-In Completion Course Date Date Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker, All open-ended (contact admiaiions Chief Cook, Chief Steward (diice for starting dates) Upon completion, all students will take a Sealift Familiarization class. SIGNATURE. Department. • Yes m- Book #. Seniority U.S. Citizen: Completion Date May 4 March 2 Steward Upgrading Courses ... Course Able Seaman 4 ^-1 Check-In Date March 30 January 27 Bosun Recertiilcation Steward Recertification .;:t • t %• I •> HeiertiHiution Frogrums ^ fbHowing is the current course schedule for J^uary-May 1992 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. All programs are u geared to improve job skills of SIU members and to promote the American maritime industry. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry s needs as well as the national emergency mobilization in the Persian Gulf. tmm4 ' .-• 'i <f DECEMBER 1991 m •:' ->#?••.-..• ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding n Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) Q High School Equivalency Program (GED) • Developmental Studies (DVS) • English as a Second Language (ESL) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation COLLEGE PROGRAM • Associates in Arts Degree • Certificate Programs Transportation irUI be paid ana in accordance scheduiing mtcr tetter vnij only if you prCSCni present OBllpiWI original rrCVipU receiptssna and successfuliy 1—arv wvvwnuwn-n. with wgui the av-omuiiog II JUU complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent hefore departing for Piney Point. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center. P.O. Bos 75. Piney Point. MD. 20674 rip, 12/91 .« �7 ft; .S- SEAEUCEMBS vm ii'-s. , f;, ;-•• Volume 53, Number 12 Polt&ag (irectinga Seafarers and their families, friends and shipmates were in­ vited by the LOG to send in their special holiday messages. These appear on pages 19-22 "i -I .i a December 1991 ^iW Peisian Gulf Redeployment to Continuo Into New Year dUh mm^ The redeployment of U.S. mili­ tary equipment and ammunition used in the Persian Gulf war will continue into 1992 with Ready Re­ serve Force (RRF) and commer­ cial chartered vessels being laid up gradually as more cargo comes home. "American-flag vessels con­ tinue to be a valuable asset in the redeployment effort," a spokes­ man for the Military Sealift Com­ mand (MSG), the military's sealift transportation agency, told the Seafarers LOG. As of the end of November, MSG was using 40 RRF vessels, including the Flickertail State, and 21 commercial charters in Operation Desert Sortie. Thirteen of the commercial vessels operate under the U.S. flag. SIU crews are sailing aboard 37 of the vessels. Almost 96 percent of all U.S. unit equipment has been brought back to the United States from Saudi Arabia, according to the MSG spokesman. Approximately 6,000 pieces remain as the military has not decided exactly what • \i'4....^ :fe" iP' iSlte : md: .'•I- ^ I#' imiy ddt' yvyy 'iJii 5»i:''.) M>-; 'rK;->:' u>!.:': equipment will stay and what will return. Only 38 percent of the ammuni­ tion sent to the Middle East for the battle against Iraq has been shipped back during Desert Sortie. Again, the military has not deter­ mined what will be left behind. At the height of the Persian Gulf build-up, known as Operation Des­ ert Shield (from August 1990 until fighting began January 16), MSG had engaged a total of 238 vessels, of which 136 flew the American flag. Also taking part in operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm (the period from January 16 to the cease-fire agreement on April 11), SIU members ere wed all the fast sealift and the two aviation logis­ tics support ships as well as many of the prepositioning, commercial, RRF and hospital ships called into Bosun Paul Butterworth passes an assignment to AB Dotty Hoffman on board the action. Flickertail State, an f3RF vessel us^ by MSC to return cargo and ammunition during The MSG spokesman said list­ the on-going Operation Desert Soillet ing a date when the redeployment would end would be "premature,' however work is scheduled through the early months of 1992. 10 v^".•,..•• •' f:.'!;;?:-:;' ••- % - 'i-i SBMM- "v(:H?.;;- '•, I ..O; . Chief Steward Eddy Usmany itemizes After preparing the evening meal, Chief the stores needed for the RRF vessel's Cook Juan M. Rosario checks on lastnext voyage to the Middle East. minute details. 'U'- SA Dennis Cooper gets acquainted with a boa at the Singapore Zoo during the Lundeberg School graduate's first voyage. AB Joe Crocco mans the gangway watch aboard the Flickertail State while it was in Jacksonville, Fla. Help Locate This Missing Chihi ;. r• r- ...'^'^ d'n'- '.-• •. Racing across the deck of the RRF ship, Oiler Rafael Rosado heads for the engineroom. Recent Lundeberg School graduates Tim Greenawalt (bending) and Lance Sholes prepare a bucket of lube oil to be lifted into a crane. U,'' yim • ••p;yr,'^VV ' The National Genter for Miss­ ing and Exploited Ghildren has asked the membership of the SIU to help locate Lauryn Tiffany Liv­ ingston. The 2-year-old was ab­ ducted by her non-custodial mother. Tiffany Kay Robinson, in Riverside, Galif. The child has brown hair and brown eyes. At the time of her abduction, she was 2 ft. 6 in. tall and weighed 24 pounds. An iden­ tifying feature is her right earlobe, which has an extra piece of carti­ lage. Her non-custodial mother. Tif­ fany Kay Robinson, who also goes under the name Tiffany Living­ ston, is 23 years old, 4 ft. 11 in. and weighs 115 pounds. She has brown hair and brown eyes. A felony war­ rant has been issued for violation of her custody agreement. Anyone having information should contact The National Gen­ ter for Missing and Exploited Ghil­ dren at (800) 843-5678 or the San Bernadino Gounty District Attomey's Office (Galif.) Ghild Abduction Unit at (714) 387-8521. Lauryn Tiffany Livingston ''i|WM "•7 , � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource December 1991 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES SIU PENSIONERS WILL GET $500 YEAR-END BONUS SIU SUES TO NEGATE TAX ON SEAMEN AFL-CIO CONVENTION ELECTS SACCO TO VICE PRESIDENCY CG RULES ON FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY WILL DISRUPT WATERBORN COMMERCE, WARNS U.S. SHIPPING GROUP HOUSE PANEL APPROVES U.S.-FLAG SHIPBOARD GAMBLING SENATE VOTE STALLED ON ANWR OIL EXPLORATION NORDIC COUNTRIES MOVE TO INCLUDE MARITIME IN WORLD TRADE TALKS AFL-CIO TO PUSH FOR FULL-SCALE HEALTH CARE REFORM TWELVE TOPMOST BOSUNS PUT OUT CALL TO UPGRADE BENEFITS CONFERENCE HELD IN SAN JUAN ABOARD THE ‘CHARLIE BROWN,’ IT WAS A JOB WELL DONE NEW TECHNOLOGY INTRODUCED AT SIU FIRE FIGHTING COURSE PUMPROOM MAINTENANCE COURSE: UPGRADING OPPORTUNITY FOR QMEDS MARINE ELECTRONICS PROGRAM REVISED INTO TWO 6-WEEK COURSES 5 OF SILAS BENT CREW HEAD EN MASSE TO SIU SCHOOL O/S WASHINGTON CREW ‘ADOPTED’ BY 5TH GRADE CLASS SEAFARERS APPEALS BOARD CREATES NEW CABLE SHIP-AB RATING, SETS 18 MONTHS OF MILITARY SHIP SEATIME FOR SENIORITY UPGRADE LARSON’S POEM READ AT SERVICE FOR EDMUND FITZGERALD CREW SIU SUES TO KILL UNFAIR TAX ON SEAMEN MTD BIENNIAL CONVENTION MARITIME TRADES DEP’T CONVENTION HITS BUSH POLICIES WORKERS NEED FAIR TRADE, NOT DEALS FOR CORPORATIONS, SAY FORMER LABOR SECRETARY AND CANADIAN MINISTER SPEAKERS CALL FOR ECONOMIC RALLY IN 1990S PERSIAN GULF REDEPLOYMENT TO CONTINUE INTO NEW YEAR Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 12/01/1991 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 53, No. 12 1991 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/a21f6bc636ff688a420ec8f8b9739f5b.PDF a2ad1f85a76acec1278d22a5e11d881d PDF Text Text •f Members Hail Union Fight on 'Worker Tax' J •. -I Page 3 k'- SEAEUeERS January 1992 Volume 54, Number 1 • - TheOrWWteSerf^ j THE SUN '•.<H wH».E8aAr IBM to cut 20.000 more Jobs Fnwn gaff md MW npom : _ toesdar >r1l thtChariontOtisn • Dixie "fems r cupreno audOUM fc-ir 1 DmTinwii MMar DW« Y*m toe. aMck 10 a« ^ou) TOO pote to cut 700 jobs comwqPoshro:;; j^toreO*-' _THE WAtt g-rtPPI' t• - T » roi" ff g—gland From Coasts ^XtW*Tn,PosT a:*'" '-.JIW 01 hfltton anfmaBy lure tmounted to boM nBva needed to reM preOu at> , Sf22,^ •« 304X)0 Job! und tAktM • Sl^ m Mhnn AZ-«1? aOdOOO jcf qtMrtcr charge. — fire Lotus DoveloP^^^^^^ dwindling • Wf^rfi, 1992 ^ Aviation Pioneer ftn Am folds Its Wings at Age 64 ^fe«. Othen Stranded wrM •StfiK •. -•( possl. an said.' LUS, WU . c™.-r-r lOimNAL JH£ WA't- STREET JOURNAL be over THimSDAY. DECEMBBR It.. /B'l to ByKEVit* PH'TTO — ^ ^ " trti >•• II i-rir 1 Sto//ll«porlrfe!/TurW*iJ " STAMFORD. Conn.-— It plans to reduce Its docam< «otklorcHjy atoll 2^00 '""ji _ SOtBd^l I iiiimmi P'''®* Interst^e to lay off 300 " I 1^1 n S) "P to 20.0001^expected ,„„., .ma.«Hi) as ATST earnings crumble - . ' "WALLSTOEETjotJRNA? j^j ) GJVt Plans to Close 21 More Faot ' .. _—— .- 'r*— /er soirte The Seattle Times Write-off of $250 M •jjy^ t«ir r-s^^r fji^. I ---•>. nambrr or»irt,"i;i^','f™n*'o«« ' ^ MtWYOWt —bitmtttkMlBUieMMu. TRW Decides Xerox to Cut 2,500 of Staff, To Sell Units economy^ And Cut Staff ECONOMY ake a Charge "fWaPAY. DECEMBER l9. A "ff^P'tY. ift iw. li/ •1 omroer ^^^..1.57?^': "«««> •"'wl (ran. bou, "«"« a sow. "f Loss of Market Share Forces r^r^r^auv Weigh Layoffs romoany to to Weig K?£«Bh22i<?"°*™ blUltotfcm.. lntokl«lon,p.yforWll. ^•em»Btt|nfwatDdotc.unountlii||lo tloodyttodtotMtom^irrea »iCKW*va g^SiSr.5^!S! Pnrt^ V iS£inml££r^^ breaks the news Lotus Developiwent Cor^ ^ ^ "^pital Snendinor •'"feSlHhC.pilalfiS ~iita«jdtoto.o-.tiw,-4he^uw tefd. Km, ^ ny». mectid "But Hat ^bumen en bum ihto ihl* of thh tN b my ""•••1 I 1 1,11 III il,.| -lib . teal with, and we tO - — k twppeo.- aaee se»l«.'' Lyndt sifal 'Tt 1$ inoA effldBottoniBrourbuiathaato anoBot lo nio lour Mon tnaa lo nm la bmte.'* Haough the eompany wfli keep ka htoria h «Kb sttte. leeM intamal fMbtkma wfl be pefonncd at if FIM ^^ofhorla^ .PMtayw , . Tt i^Hi McDonnell Dou^l > • nuiMiwm of ii»r -~ Nation Reefs from Mounting Job Losses Page 3 :5^f" ••• •••', r.-^V-; , • 'S-' •t: Action by Congress Gives New Life to Deita Queen The Delta Queen, the famed Mississippi riverboat manned by SiU members, wiii continue to serve with her sister ship, the Mississippi Queen, as a result of congressional action approving its operation. The vessel, an historiclandmark, along with the Delta Queen Steamboat Co.'s other vessel, both of which are renown for their uniqueness and quality of Service, are shown here during the most recent of their annual riverboat races. Page 9. M ' i' ' ' r-r. ' 1 •, ' ..• �|P*V ., UVfVJ «i|J9«!«l!h®SLW-':r ' '%<*S?!¥fa59| SEAFARERS LOG President's Report Government and the Economy ,.',1:' • £-..U-' . As we come into 1992, you could not perhaps have a worse scenario for the country. Wherever you look, whatever paper you read, whatever television talk show you listen to—the tune is the same. It is gloom and doom. People are being laid off by the thousands. Cities and states are unable to meet the basic expenses of run­ ning a government and providing for the most im­ poverished and disadvantaged citizenry. Millions of Americans are going without decent medical care. Key industries in America's economy are collapsing. While the United States is struggling here at home, world events demand our attention. The Eastern and Central European nations are in turmoil, many—including some of the republics which make up the common­ Michael Sacco wealth that has replaced the Soviet Union—lack food as we go into the harsh winter months. These countries are looking to America for support and sustenance. In the maritime sector, we still are without any kind of national policy and governmental resolve to enact the kinds of legislative incentives and programs necessary to have a thriving U.S.-flag shipping capability. For the longest time, those of us in maritime have been alone as we call atten­ tion to the fact that government must play a critical role in bolstering the American merchant marine. Our call for careful government attention and sensible programs which promote economic growth and meet the nation's security needs can be extended to other sectors of the economy and the nation as a whole. In a free economy and a free nation, we have argued there is a positive role for the government to play both in the development and maintenance of a strong U.S.-flag shipping capability and, overall, in strengthening our economy, sustaining key industries and a sound in­ frastructure as well as creating job opportunities. The arguments against this kind of sensible approach are the same— whether they come from the enemies of U.S.-flag shipping or whether they are uttered from the mouths of the so-called free-traders. Whether it comes from academics, politicians or foreign interests, we are likely to I be subjected to arguments about how everything will be beautiful under free trade and complete government abstinence from the market place. Today, all we have to do is look around us to see what the results are of a decade of this free-market-free-trade-low-wage malarkey. What the proponents of this kind of economic theoiy are saying is let America dis­ integrate, let the American standard of living disappear. These free-trade boosters also have their heads in the sand when it comes to realizing what governments the world over are doing to bolster their own economies. Democratic nations and institutions are not incon­ sistent with some government involvement in sectors of the economy where it is determined to be in the national interest. Japan is an excellent case in point. Involvement comes in the form of tax incentives, exemp­ tions and other tax policies; loan and credit mechanisms; investment in basic infrastructure such as roads, modem port facilities; and investment in research and developing technological improvements. The hand of government can be found in nation after nation in the form of quotas on imports, purchasing policies, control of patents and licensing, customs duties and valuations. Throughout the world, governments are likely to control natural resources and run state-held companies. Our main com­ petitors—European nations, Japan, Canada and Australia—^provide their nations' citizenry with many more services than what the U.S. govemment provides to its population. This is evident in the areas of health care, unemployment benefits and education. The belief of American free traders that all government has to do is go away and the economy will blossom is nothing but a pie in the sky. Around the world, whether it is in the ^ea of maintaining a merchant fleet or whether it is in the area of their economy as a whole, govemments play a role in the market place for the very pragmatic goal of assur­ ing that their nation's national interest is served. Time to Demand Action This year is an election year, and 11 months from now the American electorate will go to the polls to select a president and a Congress. It would seem that the American voters and their elected officials have been kidding themselves throughout the '80s about what has been hap­ pening to the nation's economic security. It would seem that the majority of citizens have been willing to believe that if we just deregulate and have free trade we will have prosperity. None of tfiis has materialized, the nation appears to be hurtling to the bottom—in danger of being top­ pled from its position as the world's number one power. Perhaps 1^2 will be a year in which the electorate wakes up. No can­ didate will be able to turn this country around by waving a wand or con­ cocting some magic formula. But the candidates are obligated to put forth their ideas to the American public on how the nation's economy can be turned around. We will have an opportunity in the coming months to listen and assess the views of the candidates. And when the time comes we must decide as an institution in the maritime sector and as a union—^and we must all decide as individual workers and citizens—^which of the candidates has best presented a platform for economic growth and prosperity. Let us hope that someone will emerge who is sufficiently creative to move us forward and away from the theories that have seen this country sink deeper and deeper over the past dozen years. Seafim's sw^l Skill Saves Sw/Ao3ter's Eye In rough seas nearly 900 miles northwest of Hawaii, the Cape Dover provided "ambulance ser­ vice"—in the form of an SIU crewmember—for an injured person aboard a disabled sailboat. GSU Jesse Pollard, a certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), administered urgently needed aid to a crewmember on the sloop Molly Sue during an eighthour ordeal September 26. The galley gang member, also serving as third medical assistant, volunteered to travel in a small, rubber boat from the Cape Hover after rough seas prevented other rescue attempts. Pollard, 45, treated a crewmem­ ber who had suffered a bruised eye and a lacerated eyelid by putting stitches in the damaged slan. Later, anotlier Cape Dover mariner (a diver) helped untangle the Molly Sue's propeller, damaged during a hurricane which also broke the spinnaker. Cape Dover Answers Call "We had just done a fire and boat drill when we received a dis­ tress call," Pollard recently told a reporter from the Seafarers LOG. "We got [to the Molly Sue] around 1 a.m. and dropped our lifeboats." The Molly Sue with its threeperson crew was travelling from Hawaii to San Diego while the Cape Dover, a Ready Reserve Force ship operated by American President Lines, also was heading GSU Jesse Pollard Is also an EMT. for the West Coast from Kuwait. But storms and 10-foot seas prevented a successful rescue. Then, at about 8 a.m., the Cape Dover received word of an injury incurred on the Molly Sue. "At first we heard someone's eye might have popped out," recalled Pollard, who joined the SIU 20 years ago. 'They asked for a volunteer to treat it." Pollard boarded the Zodiac and proceeded to the disabled sailing craft. "The seas were still rough, and half the time I couldn't see anything but water," he noted. When Pollard climbed aboard the Molly Sue he happily dis­ covered that the injuiy wasn't as severe as feared. He stitched up the sailor's eye despite being slightly unnerved by the swells. Shortly thereafter, the diver freed the Molly Sue, which resumed its course. Seafarers Commendeil for Rescue Several SIU members recently received a letter of commendation for their efforts in a rescue at sea last September. Seafarers aboard the LNG Aquarius helped rescue six crewmembers from a Panamanian-flag vessel the night of September 21, 50 miles off the east coast of Taiwan, prompting the letter from Aquarius Captain John J. Donahue. Bosun Tom Brooks, ADs Marvyn Chester and Woody Shelton, OSs Angel Reyes and Gilbert Gildersleeve and SAs Kamis Mageed and John Walsh each received congratulations and thanks from Donahue. Shelton and Reyes garnered individual letters of commendation. "Under most difficult conditions of typhoon winds and high seas ac­ companied by driving rain, you gave your all to help," Donahue said in each letto". "You are highly comVolume 54. Number 1 mended for your actions and bravery which were given ac­ cording to the highest traditions of seafarers rendering aid to fellow seamen in peril upon the sea." Donahue praised Shelton for his accurate toss of a life ring with a boat rope attached: "Your accurate toss assisted these fellow seamen to safety who might have other­ wise perished." In the letter to Reyes, Donahue stated, "With modest regard for your own safety you unhesitatingly proceeded to the lower portion of the starboard accommodation where sea was washing around your feet, and successfully assisted six men from their lifeboat to , safety on the pilot ladder and then on the deck within the brief period of three minutes." Donahue also conveyed the sin­ cere and perpetual thanks of the survivors. January 1992 The Seafarers LCX5 (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by theSeafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSG Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. 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Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith; Assistant Editor, Daniel Duncan; Associate Editors, Jordan Biscardo, Max Hall; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene; Art, Bill Brower. �, '.'r- . mm MNUARri992 Members Hail Suit Against 'Werk Tax' Seafarers from across the country welcomed the union's lawsuit filed in federal district court last month which is designed to block the Coast Guard's plan to attach a fee for marine licenses and seamen's documents. the U.S. Treasury which faces a As the union went to court huge budget deficit. seeking to have the proposed The suit asks the U.S. District "work tax" declared uncon­ Court to find the fees to be contrary stitutional, hundreds of Seafarers were writing their congressmen, signing peititions and taking to their fellow seamen and boatmen in order to find ways to prevent the Coast Guard's proposed "user fee" for z-cards and licenses from being implemented. "I make my living from the sea," QMED David Kopp, a 12-year member who sails from the port of Wilmington, Calif., told the Seafarers LOG. 'This user tax is unfair and unjust. I don't feel I should pay to go to work to feed my family and defend my country." The union filed the lawsuit last month to stop the implementation of the so-called user fees the Coast Guard intends to levy on all seamen and boatmen for their mer­ chant marine documents, certifi­ cates of registry and licenses. The Department of Transportation agency has been mandated by the 1990 Omnibus Budget Reconcilia­ tion Act to collect fees to cover the costs of the agency's services rendered in order to bring funds to to the Constitution and statutes of the United States and to prohibit the Coast Guard from implement­ ing its proposed rules requiring a collection of fees for issuing docu­ ments and licenses that mariners must have to work. Henry McCuliough, a steward department member who came out of retirement to help during the P^sian Gulf war, not^ "It is unfair to tell a fellow who is coming out of retirement to serve his country he has to pay for his document." A 45-year veteran of the SIU, Bosun Paul Turner from the port of Jacksonville, Fla., added, "We already are paying taxes to pay the salaries of those government offi­ cials. Why should we have to pay them again so we are able to go to work? Why should we have to pay double?" Because of the overwhelming response against the workers' tax, the Coast Guard re-opened its conunent period pn the proposal this month. Tugboat Captain An- ..•I - • - • " .; i' Tommy Keill (right) waits his tum to sign a petition against the Coast Guard's proposed user fees for seamen's documents and licenses as Michael Sutton adds his signature to the list. Boatmen Keill and Sutton work aboard the Mark Flynn, one of the tugs operated by SlU-contracted Higman Towing. thony Primeaux from Vinton, La. is talang advantage to make sure the thoughts of his fellow boatmen are heard. Primeaux collected 480 signa­ tures from boatmen along the percent unemployment rate—10 percent in bluecollar occupations and 4.2 percent amongst white-collar employees—only tells a part of die story. Millions of pther Americans who lost jobs paying $10to$i5an hour have gone to work for the oidy employment they can find, which usually pays minimum wage or slightly more. The unemployment numbers do not count the 6.4 million workers forced to work part-time because they cannot find the full-time jobs they want. Additionally, the government data on4inemployment does not consider the hundreds of thousands of workers who have had to take up jobs with temporary agencies or who have become self-employed in order to support themselves. Also hidden in the official data are the number of individuals who have been forced by company decisions to take early retirement. tivity. Nor do the unemployment numbers include the w m Louisiana and Texas inland water­ ways on a petition against the workers' tax. The petitions have been forwarded to the Coast • • '1.1'': v..; millions of Americans who have simply given up looking for work. Thus, the AFL-CIO estimates true unemployment is closer to double the official just-under-7-percent. Even so, the government's official data is staggering. The Bureau of Labor Statistics Commissioner was quoted in a November 3 Washington Post article as saying, "If you look at those who live in family units, one in every 10 families had someone unemployed." Business Week reports that in October there were 1.2 million fewer bluecollar jobs than there were in July 1990. The Department of Labor data for the one week ending November 23 showed that 471,000 people filed to begin receiving unemployment benefits. It is believed that the layoffs in this recession will have more long-term consequences than job losses in previous periods of weak economic ac­ The New York Times, in a December 12 Continued on page 9 .iLoss of Market ShwFora ' Company to Weigh Layoffli Xerox to Cut 1,500 — - of Staffs ake a Charge _ . umr n uruffs Corp.. ss TlwS—iUaTlin Tha SaaiUa Hm Friday. November Novambef 6,1991 6.1991 First Interstate asssriu-. " Ml -I Continued on page 4 I Lotu» Pavdomw"* Coip^ —JOUBMAl.' 1^".. t- ilation Reels Under MeunUng Jeb Lessee Hundreds of thousands of Americans are entering the new year without jobs, and administration officials are beginning to admit, albeit grudgingly, that the nation's economy is going down the tubes. The almost daily news articles announcing layoffs at scores of work places around the country are beginning to make their way to the front pages of the nation's newspapers instead of being buried in the publications' business sections as has been the case since the current recession began in July ofl990. This trend marks a growing recognition by policy-makers and economists of what working Americans have known for a long time—the U.S. economy is in deep trouble and millions of the nation's citizens can no longer make ends meet. The barrage of layoffs has resulted in 8.5 miltion jobless people, according to ofiicial government data covering the month of November. But the 6.8 f I > m M •«. Mi lay off 3(K ii bM I MOTMt M&iii i« tarn I bm i getting worse and no relief is in sigtit y'jf. mmirn �SBAFARERSUHS Vice President "Red" Campiieil Retires from V.P. Pest > .-'•31 •''; ' :I;' • ' • •;r*V •';• f- i-, • 'v' •'-I: ;£• •|•f. ;s-. .i il- .•'V • ,: Angus "Red" Campbell first set foot on an SIU vessel 49 years ago. Since then, he has progressed through the ranks, most recently serving as the union's vice presi­ dent collective bargaining for the past 11 years. Brother Campbell officially retired at the end of December. But he is staying on with the union in a part-time capacity after SIU President Michael Sacco requested his con­ tinued services. "I'll be in the office one day a week, and when the phone rings I'll be up when required," Campbell, 70, recently told the Seafarers LOG. A native of Scotland, Red im­ migrated to Pittsburgh in 1926 and joined the SIU in 1943 in New York. He trained at Sheep's Head Bay, Brooklyn for six weeks before signing on his first ship, the Daniel Willard. "Thank God it was an SIU ship," he recalled. A veteran of World War II, Red sailed as an AB and a bosun until he came ashore in 1960. From 1960 to 1963, he served as a patrolman in New York. He then worked as the port agent in San Juan, Puerto Rico from '63 to '69 before returning to New York for another stint as a patrolman (196980). Since 1980, Brother Campbell has been vice president collective bargaining, working out of SIU headquarters in Camp Springs, Md. Yet for all his various titles. Red Campbell more than anything else is a Seafarer. He is a veteran of the union's infancy, of conflicts, pick­ et lines and volatile times. He logged more than 5,000 days seatime, averaging lOV^ months per year at sea. Through those years, he survived several hur­ ricanes, a shipboard fire and a world war. He also has worked closely with three SIU presidents. While reminiscing recently. Red noted the remarlmble job done by the union's first president, the late Paul Hall. "Without him, we wouldn't have made it," Campbell said. Red marvelled at Paul Hall's tirelessness, quick thinking, foresight and On a monthly basis, "Red" Campbell, in his capacity as vice president collec­ tive bargaining, reported to the mem­ bership the status of shipping. Brother Campbell held many elected positions in the SIU, including patrolman, port agent and vice president. Here, Campbell is pictured in a 1970 shipboard union meeeting. The December membership meeting was Campbell's last as an official of the SIU. He stated, "I wish to thank the officials and members for making this union the best in maritime through their cooperation and support. My membership, which began in 1943, will continue, and I will be avail­ able to offer whatever assistance I can to the union when requested." Members Hail Suit Against 'Work Tax' 'y; i: '%• Continued from page 3 Guard, which received more than 500 letters against the idea during the original comment period last summer. David Lanning and Jose Vasquez, both members of the SIUNA-affiliated Marine T' . s •. • Mike Brown crewmembers Leroy Loprete (left) and Robert Bergman read over the petition before signing if. Firemen's Union in San Francisco, voiced their support for the suit. "Go with it," Vasquez implored. "It (the tax) doesn't seem fair." Lanning added his belief that the tax is being proposed as a "harassment tactic ... to keep us off balance." Henry Bentz, a receritifed bosun who recently signed off the OMI Columbia, said the whole crew on the tanker is in favor of the suit. "I explained the union's position is to light this and go as far as it can go," stated the bosun who sails from the port of San Francisco. "Everybody I spoke to trusts what the union is doing. We've got to get this injustice cleared up." The proposed tax is a result of congressional action to balance the federal budget throu^ the Omnibus :•: '•:.----"\w,". • • • ,'.V'^•• ^--.•• - -.rv: inspirational power. Though he help^ see the SIU through serious times. Brother Campbell has never lost his sense of humor. He shared it with Seafarers after World War II, when —on a whim—Red began writing occasional articles for the LOG. He wrote two or three stories per year, many under the title "Red's Beef Box," until the late 1950s. The topics varied from shipping companies to crews, and from cur­ rent events to Red's beloved baseball team, the Pittsburgh Pirates. "I tried to keep them humorous," Campbell said without so much as a smirk. - Atioard the Dobia Doval, a tug operated by Doval Towing, Doug Says (left) and Nathan Lanclos add their names to the petition. Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990, thus overturning a centuryold law preventing the government from collecting any monies for merchant mariner licenses. (The Reagan administration sought for years to implement such a fee but Congress rejected it every time.) The Coast Guard announced its plans to comply with the bill last summer. The agency listed the proposed fee schedule for docu­ ments and licenses, then opened a coimnent period. Opposition came from not only individual seamen and boatmen but also from the Maritime Ad­ ministration, the Military Sealift Command, U.S.-flag shipping companies and other maritime unions. Under the proposed structure, mariners wanting to obtain a z-card would be required to pay $35. Seamen upgrading to AB or QMED would pay the original $35 plus $60 for the evaluation process and another $40 for the cost of the examination—a total of $135. Those seeking a lower level license would have to pay $180—$35 for the document's issuance, $65 for the evaluation of paperwork and $80 for the exam. Upper level licenses could cost as much as $330. All applicants would be assessed a $17 fee for a mandatory FBI check. On top of all that, the Coast Guard wants to make z-cards renewable Roy Golden doesn't fiesltate to add Ills signature to the circulating petition aboard the Mark Flynn. every five years under the Oil Pol­ lution Act of 1990. Since licenses must be renewed every five years, the out-of-pocket cost to mariners could be considerable. As the SIU's lawsuit moves for­ ward, members will be advised through the Seafarers LCXJ and at membership meetings of its progress. Since the Coast Guard has just reopened the comment period. Seafarers who want to express their concerns about the proposed user fees may write to: Executive Secretary, Marine Safety Council (G-LRA-2/3406) (CGD-91-002), U.S. Coast Guard Headquartas, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 20593-0001.Commentsmustbe received by the Coast Guard by February 18. The union asks that a copy of such communications be for­ warded to the LCXJ. �JAMUARriM2 1991 BeneHts Confeimices Cmcluitem Algonac Members, pensioners and family members fill the Algonac, Mich, union hall. SIU members, pensioners and their family members filled the Al­ gonac, Mich, union hall December 6 for the final benefits conference of 1991. The series of 15 conferen­ ces began in May. Representatives of theSeafarers various plans conducted the con­ ferences. The sessions were designed as open forums for mem­ bers, retirees and family members to learn more about the union's programs such as medical, vaca­ tion, pension and educational benefits. In addition, comprehen­ sive background material is provided for all to take home. Scheduled on the same day as union meetings, the conferences usually drew more than 100 people to each hall. Participants enjoyed the sessions, as indicated by sur­ veys. The afternoon began with a catered lunch, followed by the con­ ference which lasted froin 1 p.m. until 5:30. One person whoparticularly en­ joyed the meeting is retiree Ed­ ward. Kaszubinski. "I used to complain about a lot of things, but when I nearly died, the SIU came through for me to cover my medi­ cal bills," Kaszubinski said. The education department of the Seafarers Welfare Plan has indi­ cated that Seafarers and pensioners who were unable to attend any of the 1991 conference sessions may write to the plan requesting copies of the materials that were available at the meetings. In the letter, the SIU member should indicate whether he or she is an active member or retired. Inquiries should be directed to Education Director, Seafarers Wel­ fare Plan, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, Md. 20674-0075. ;' •, iA Conveyorman Richard Scherlitz (left) and QMED Dirk Sparenborg have lunch at the hall before the session begins in the aftemoon. Reading over the literature handed out at the benefits conference are, from left, Don White, AB; Paul Raton, second cook, and John Kelley, QMED. . . ' -".AJ.'- virkiA Riiiiiion resDonds Dositivelv to the Algonacalnference^ •".'•A- Pensioners William Gregel (left) and Dean Sams (right) get a warm reception from Patrolman Andy Goulet. Maria Mulcahy gathers up benefits information provided at the conference. .. • •iy:| '. 'M .• i . �. ..ioL^fiaWll •^•, -i'-v , SEAFARERS LOG A; . ;• [y->. •; ''=.,^r' T' - Vice Adm. Donovan Rojocts Study's Plan for MSG'S Fiool Irsfey- m"' • ' •if;,- :S;. JY-I ilSi I :• Government Services Division members of the SIU scored a major victory when the head of the Military Sealift Command (MSG) rejected a proposal to change the pay and benefits scales for the civilian mariners sailing aboard MSG vessels. "I have decided not to pursue (the) concept at this time," Vice Admiral Francis R. Donovan wrote in a letter dated November 26 to SIU President Michael Sacco. "Instead, I will explore other initiatives in my continuing effort to improve the quality of employment conditions of MSG mariners." "The proposal was not feasible," Roy "Buck" Mercer, SIU vice president for the Govern­ ment Services Division, told the Seafarers LOG. "I talked with a lot of guys and they didn't want it." The study—known as the Analysis, Structure and Recom­ mendations for Increased Shore Leave, Improved Benefits and Consolidated Wage for MSG Givilian Mariners—proposed a base wage, no matter what type of work is done, for the erewmembers in each of the three departments. According to Mercer, officers aboard the vessels would have been required to work 69 hours a week when the vessel was at sea before overtime was paid. He added unlicensed personnel faced a similar pay structure although the specific recommendation never was released. "They wanted to knock out overtime for different jobs," Mer­ cer noted. "Also, there are too many jobs aboard ships to make a base wage workable. "The members are happy to hear Adm. Donovan rejected the proposal. He surveyed several of them before making his decision and found all Of them against it." The Government Services Division provides the unlicensed personnel aboard oilers, tugboats, stores ships and other MSG-Pacific Fleet vessels. Ship GanAiing Bill Awaits Action by Returning Congioss A bill to allow gambling aboard U.S.-flag passenger ships is in­ cluded in three separate pieces of legislation awaiting the return of Gongress this mon±. The original bill, H.R. 3282 (the U.S.-Flag Gruise Ship Gompetitiveness Act), passed the House and at press time was in the Senate Merchant Marine Gommittee. The H.R. 3282 language also is included in the crime bill, which )assed the House just before the loliday adjournment and is wait­ ing for Senate consideration. However. President Bush has threatened to veto the crime bill, and the Senate minority has warned of a filibuster if the bill reaches the floor. (The veto and filibuster threats are not related to the gambling language.) Finally, the H.R. 3282 specifications are included in H.R. 3866, the Texas Marine Bird Sanctuary Act. That bill passed the House but was amended by the Senate upon passage. It may receive unanimous consent (pas- sage without a hearing) in the House by late January or early February. H.R. 3282 was introduced by Representative Gene Taylor (DMiss.). The legislation has the strong support of the SIU and others in the U.S.-flag shipping in­ dustry because, if enacted, the measure could provide sufficient incentive for investment in American-flag passenger ships. Uiis would lead to thousands of new American jobs. Presently, two federal laws (the Gambling Ship Act and the Johnson Act) prevent U.S.-'flag cruise vessels from offering gam­ blings But foreign-flag ships are not subject to the same restrictions, even though most sail from U.S. ports. More than 85 percent of all cruise passengers worldwide are Americans, but only two of the more than 120 deep-draft cruise ships in the world fly the U.S. flag (the SlU-crewed Independence and Gonstitution). The American freighter Baton Rouge Victory lies aground on a Saigon River bank three hours after being blasted by an enemy mine. Seven American crewmen died. Coast Memorial to Honor Seamen Killed In Nam War The Marine Firemen, Oilers, Watertenders and Wipers Associa­ tion, an SIUNA affiliate, is nearing its goal of raising $35,000 for a memorial honoring merchant mariners who died aboard the SS Baton Rouge Victory during the Vietnam War. Thanks in part to a contribution from the Seafarers, the MFOW had raised nearly $30,000 by December. Maritime Administrator Warren Leback gave his official endorse­ ment for the memorial in a letter to MFOW President Whitey Disley. On August 23; 1966, the Baton Rouge Victory was blasted by an enemy mine in the Long Tao chan­ nel of the Saigon River. Seven American crewmembers, includ­ ing five members of the MFOW and two Disstrict 1 MEBA en­ gineers, were killed in the explosion which flooded the engineroom on the port side of the 10,000-ton ves­ sel. None of the other 38 crewmem­ bers was injured. Following the explosion. Gaptain Konrad Garlson ran the States Steamship Gompany vessel (loaded with war supplies) into the river bank to avoid blocking the channel. The ship then sank to its main deck. Salvage crews went to work to refloat the ship, recover the bodies of the seven crewmembers and save the cargo. Two other crewmembers were in the engineroom during the ex­ plosion but escaped unharmed. Ghief Engineer Herbert Kenyon and an oiler were on a platform about 20 feet above the area where the others were working. "Sudden­ ly there was this great blast," Kenyon told the Seafarers LOG in 1966. "It knocked me down and stunned the oil man next to me... I rushed to get help, but it was hopeless." The memorial will be built on the grounds of the Galifomia Gapitol in Sacramento and will honor Golden State resident crewmembers who died on the Baton Rouge. Gonstruction is expected to begin within the next few months. The monument will be the only known one honoring merchant mariners built on the grounds of a state capitol. Although the men died during the Vietnam conflict, the bill passed by the Galifomia legislature in the fall of 1990 stated the plaque could not be placed within 100 yards of the state's Vietnam Veterans Memorial. MFOW members who perished aboard the Baton Rouge Victory were Ghief Electrician Raymond G. Barrett, Second Electrician Earl T. Erickson, Oiler James W. McBride, Fireman/Watertender Robert J. Rowe and Wiper Timothy M. Riordan Jr. The Dis­ trict 1 MEBA members killed were Second Assistant Engineer GharIbs B. Rummel and First Assistant Engineer John A. Bishop. Seafarers who would like to make a donation should send it to The Marine Firemen's Union, 240 Second Street, San Francisco, GA 94105. Aide Delivers Xmas Trees to Persian Gulf \ Member Ends Career Where It Began Chief Cook Richard Washington (right) senres one more meal before retiring from the SlU's Government Services Division. The charter member of the division started his career in May 1966 as an assistant cook. Captain R.W. Addicott, head of the Military Sealift Command-Pacific Fleet, receives one of Washington's last meals aboard the USNS Navasota. Washington, 62, has retired to his native Louisiana. The Aide, an SlU-crewed Ready Reserve Force vessel operated by American Overseas Marine, delivered 16 Christmeis trees to merchant mariners and mem­ bers of the U.S. armed forces serving in the Persian Gulf. Aide crewmembers assisting in the loading of the trees are, from the left. Electrician Frank Hall, Chief Mate J^es North, OS Emilio Gomez, Bosun Thomas Temple, OS Andy Capps, AB Jim Burt, Captain Kevin O'Malley, Pedro Ramos of MSCPAC and Engine Utility Dave Welker. The trees were donated by the Guardsmen, a non-profit young businessmen's group bcised in San Francisco, and to help keep them fresh dunng the joumey, the deck department watered them every few days. m:- • �Holidays Bring Out the Cuiinaiy Skiiis in Siil Gaiiey Personnei The holiday time between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day is a time for fun, fellowship and good eating. Especially good eating. SIU steward department members realize this and do their best to put out delicious and plen­ tiful meals at holiday time. To make sure SIU galleys remain the best, steward depart-' ment training at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship includes instruc­ tion on how to make the meals nutritious, tasty and without waste. , Seafarers in the steward depart­ ment attending courses at the Lundeberg School recently talked with Trains Robert Hunfszscoops up shrimp a Seafarers LOG reporter on their into bowls for use in the salad bar. chosen career. "I've had a fantasy of working on a passenger ship," said Sam Gordon, who is upgrading to chief cook. A professional cook at hotels before heading to sea, Gordon stated he had learned a lot at the Lundeberg School. Mike Rogers, who is upgrading to third cook, noted he switched from the deck to steward depart­ ment so he could better serve his shipmates. "I like to sail," said Rogers, who sails from the port of Algonac, Mich. "I wanted the experience of Trainee SooHSnodgrass arranges a floral seeing the world. My life turned centerpiece. around after meeting Romeo (Lupinacci, executive chef at the school)." Gualberto Mirador travelled from his home port of Norfolk, Va. to upgrade to chief cook and expand his steward knowledge after serving 23 years in the Navy. "I knew that I would be compet­ ing with the civilian force when I left the Navy," Mirador recalled. "But the training at the school has helped me a lot." Besides actually working over the stoves and ovens in the galley, steward department members also receive training in classrooms and on computers for menu planning, nutrition, food preparation and work^rganization. Donna DeCesare has taken ad­ vantage of all the school has to offer. While upgrading to chief steward, she has spent plenty of time in the school's new computer laboratory. "This is really nice," she said. "I have just bought a computer that I will take on board ships with me. This really helps." Another chief steward upgrader, David Alexander from the port of St. Louis, surveyed the scene in the galley at Piney Point and commented, "I know I've learned a lot here and look forward to using all this when I get back on a ship." Cook and Baker Cindy White and Second Cook Eric Bull add the final touches to gingerbread cookies. • '-P: • : •: :i . '• A . Executive Chef Romeo Lupinacci (left) explains to Third Cook Mike Rogers a method for preparing baked fish. •i ..4 ^ V, -if • ii':. -'A Upgraders watch instructor Barry DuFault explain how to use a scale for measuring ingredients. Wiping down the counter is the job of A smoked turkey is selected for slicing by trainee Mike Banks, class 489. Chief Cook Kenneth Whitfield of Mobile. Chief Steward David Alexander (right) expresses his approval for an arrangement made with food products created by Chief Cook Gualberto Mirador. Another lemon for garnish is prepared by Computers help stewards do their jobs betChief Cook Sam Gordon. ter, Chief Steward Donna DeCesare teams. '4 �M - • •. • «- Crewmembers Praise Work of Sgt. Kocak's Gaiioy Cang :;'l : •K\ 0- '.n'. SEAFARERS LOG 8 r •' . f, Five SIU members knew how to keep their shipmates happy aboard the Sgt. Matej Kodak as the prepositioning vessel sailed around the world during the past year. According to a letter written by QMED Bud Tuttle to the Seafarers LOG, the galley gang led by Steward Baker Heath Byran "is one of the best. The stewards and cooks spent many hours doing extra work preparing our meals with great pride. The steward as­ sistants worked very hard to keep everything clean." Tuttle noted the great food and fine work done by the crewmem­ bers kept "the morale up for the rest of the departments after three trips to and from the Persian Gulf this year." Praise for the steward depart­ ment did not stop with Tuttle's November 26 letter. A review of the ship's minutes received by the SIU Contracts Department dis­ covered the crew's appreciation for a special meal preparation. "A vote of thanks to a very good steward department," read the minutes of November 10. "Fine job; thanks to them for a Memorial (Day) fiesta barbecue." Working with Bryan in the gal­ ley of the Waterman Steamship vessel were Chief Cook Abdul Adway, Third Cook George High praise follows the galley gang of the Sgt. Matej Kocak. Seated from the left are Carter and Steward Assistants Chief Cook Abdul Adwah and Steward/Baker Heath Bryan. Standing from the left are JohnBennett andMiguel Castro. SA John Bennett, Third Cook George Carter and SA Miguel Castro. . •> ..••Hi-. 3-'. 3v-•V " ii-;- tr Displayed here is some of the fine food prepared by the Sgt. Kocak's galley gang for the Memorial Day fiesta. Chief Cook Abdul Adwah waits to serve Dinner is almost ready to be served to another crewmember. the crew of the prepositioning ship. Walter J. McCarthy Crewmember and Wife Meet Reguiariy AB Watchman Loyde Rock­ well has a regular visitor call upon him when his ship, the Walter J. McCarthy Jr., offloads coal at the Detroit ^son power plant in St. Clair, Mich.—^his wife, Beverly. "I have to travel 260 miles from Frankfort (on the western side of Michigan) to visit him," she told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG on board the self-unloader. "I can do this about once a month." Both Rockwell, a 22-year mem­ ber of the SIU, and his wife noted the visits are well worth the travel time even though they can be with each other only for a day. "I always •r. ' • s,"" ;0' , -.' \-i. y V•''^.•-'l^•v"•'J''^.,;• .7. . ^ : ? •: <S< V-7 jj'./ ,i'J-'VT,?", V-,;-.,-i '- / Bosun Mike Schaff overlooks the dock during shifting operations. Porter Ahmed Nasser at work in galley. Beverly Rockwell receives a tour of the Walter J. McCarthy's living quartans from her husband, Loyde, an AB watchman. look forward to her visits," the deck department member added. Rockwell, like other SIU mem­ bers serving aboard the vessel, generally works from March to January on the Great Lakes. The McCa^y sails a regular schedule between Superior, Wis. and St. Clair. Wheelsman John Litersky, who has been aboard the American Steamship Company ship since it came put of the shipyj /ard in 1977 as the Belle River, stated the Mc­ Carthy averages 10 hours to un­ load 65,000 tons of coal. Litersky had nothing but praise for his fellow shipmates, especial­ ly Bosun Mike Schaff. "He's top notch," the 17-year SIU member said. "Everybody on here works well as a team." SIU Lakes Veteran Lttersky Named 'Outstanding Mariner' A 17-year member of the SIU was named by American Steam­ ship Company (ASC) as its Out­ standing Mariner. Wheelsman John Litersky, a resident of Two Rivers, Wis., was nominated by his fellow crewmembers—both unlicensed and licensed^—as the representative from the Walter J. McCarthy Jr. for the award. According to an ASC spokesman, the crew nominated Litersky because of his seamanship skills as well as his personality. An ASC executive committee reviewed his nomination and those from the fleet's other vessels before deciding on the deck depart­ ment member. The company presented Litersky with a ring and a plaque for the accomplishment. He also is being featured in ASC advertisements. Litersky was one of the original crewmembers to bring the Mc­ Carthy out of aSturgeon Bay, Wis. shipyard in 1977. _ „ From his control shack on the port side of the McCarthy, Wheelsman John Litersky tracks the unloading system. ^ 3 ••f �JMtimisK •„'*i'ir Delta Queen Receives CongFessionai ExtensionHirough 1999 The Delta ^een can sail on the Mississippi River and its tribut^es through 1999 thanks to a waiver passed by Congress before it adjourned in November, The waiver was part of the Fiscal Year 1992 Coast Guard Authorization Bill signed into law by President George Bush on December 19. The SlU-crewed Delta Queen requires the waiver because of its age, having been built in 1926. To keep the vessel and its crew in top running order, instructors from the Seafarers Harry Lun- deberg School of Seamanship will provide special on-site classes for the third straight year. Byran Cummings and John Smith have been riding the Delta Queen and its sister ship, the Mis­ sissippi Queen, at various times to offer firefighting, first aid and other safety instructions to crewmembers who are unable to attend Piney Point. According to Cummings, the classes have been so well received that he and Smith are going to add another safety drill to help Ae crew during training which resumes this month. "We plan to actually have a crewmember in the water acting like he fell overboard," Cununings told the Seafarers LOG. "Nobody, except the captain, the crewmem­ ber and me, will know where or when it will take place. This will give us the opportunity to see how much everybc^y has learned." WWII Exhibition Opens in Phila. 4 Complete Steward Training On Board Alton Belle Blverboat Four crewmembers of the Alton Belle are the first to'graduate from shop steward training. Buffet Server Mary Bayhylle, Deckhand Darin Pichee, Hdusekeeper Barb Pritchett and Reservationist Patti Rogers com­ pleted the two-day course designed to give them a better understanding of the contract as well as the benefits and grievance procedures. "It went great," Rogers told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. "It answered a lot of questions. It was absolutely worthwhile." Pritchett noted she would have an easier time talking with her fel­ low workers about various contract provisions. "Grievances, sick leave, holiday pay—I can tell them about that," the housekeeper said. "This will help me give answers," Bayhylle stated. "I think it will help in working with others aboard." Picheee said the training will help him deal directly with his fel­ low deckhands. "I learned to be careful with the wording on grievances," he recalled. "I'll be able to deal with it." The Alton Belle is a casino riverboat based in Alton, 111. More than 150 employees, covered by an SIU contract, work for the com­ pany. Shop steward training will continue tlvough the early part of 1992 for other crewmembsrs. Four Alton Belle shop stewards review material from their recent training. From the left are Barb Pritchett, Patti Rogers, Mary Bayhylle and Darin Pichee. The two riverboats are operated by the Delta Queen Steamboat Company, based in New Orleans. The Delta Queen was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1989 by the U.S. Department of the Interior. It is the nation's only authentic, fully restored paddle wheel steamboat that still carries passengers overnight. Instructor John Smith (right) explains the use of an oxygen mask to a crewmember aboard the Delta Queen. An exhibition honoring U.S. merchant mariners in World War n opened last month in the mid-At­ lantic branch of the National Ar­ chives in Philadelphia, located on Ninth Street. (The LOG incorrect­ ly listed in the November 1991 issue the site of the exhibit.) There is no admission charge. The display is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 12 noon on the first and third Saturday of each month. For further information, call (215) 597-3000. New Union Haii Dpens in Alton The SIU has opened a new hall in Alton, 111. to service the mem­ bers who work on board the Alton Belle. Located at 602 Broadway, the hall is approximately six blocks from die casino riverboat's dock on the Mississippi River. It is staffed by a union representative. Bill Ellis, and two members of the Alton Belle crew, Lori Davis and Patti Rogers. The new hall is stocked with various SIU benefits forms for all union members. However, it is not connected to the union's computerized manpower system. (The nearest hall for that is in St. Louis.) "We welcome all members in the area to visit and take advantage 5-" • • V; , V • I SjJi • • Bill Ellis, Alton port representative, meets with (from the left) Lena McCart, Melissa Hardin and Mike Ramsey aboard the Alton Belle. of this facility,' Ellis told the Seafarers LOG. Mounting Job Lossos Are Rosnit of Ailing Economy Department of Labor estimates that in Fiscal Year Continued from page 3 1992, which began this past October, 3-4 million article quoting a number of company executives, unemployed individuals will exhaust their regular pointed out that the jobs cut in this recession will never be filled again, even if there are signs of an jobless benefits. In FY 1991 that number was 3.1 economic recovery. The jobs simply have disap­ million. In other words, 3.1 million Americans, peared. Additionally, the loss of jobs has hit white- even if they had not found work yet, ran out of collar workers who traditionally have been unemployment insurance payments and thus had insulated from upheavals in the economy. In fact, no income assistance from the government. in the midst of the past two recession periods, there Finally, Some Attention was a net increase in white-collar jobs. Not so this Last month, administration officials recognized time around. Companies in the service sector are the American economy was "faltering," and even cutting jobs. State and local governments are George Bush conceded at a press conference that facing budget shortfalls and thus are looking to "economic growth is sluggish at best." Economists reduce payrolls. According to an Associated Press Vnot associated with the government issued more survey of 50 states, between January and July of dire warnings. Economist John Kenneth this year, 24 states had cut their work forces. Galbraith, in remarks last month to the National Social Net Not as Tight Press Club in Washington, DC, said the U.S. The social net available to Americans finding economy was on the "verge of a depression." themselves out of work is, in the '90s, a far cry of In the last month of 1991, many in Congress what it was in the pre-Reagan/Bush era. The past indicated that high on the agenda for the coming dozen years have seen the unemployment in­ year will be legislative initiatives designed to pro­ surance benefits eroded. The AFL-CIO reports vide some relief to the American middle class and that in November 3.1 million Americans were American workers who have not fared well after a drawing unemployment benefits, leaving some 5.2 dozen years of government policies favoring the millon jobless workers out in the cold. rich have taken their toll. Wliile the Bush administration finally agreed to There is a growing realization among the a 13-20 week extension of jobless benefits—only American body politic Aat American workers and after refusing to go along with the assistance plan the economy are in trouble. As indicated in a on two previous go-arounds with Congress— recently released University of Michigan Panel many feel the aid does not go far enough. The Study of Income Dynamics, the number of ': -•^•^• '• ' •.1r Americans that can count themselves in the mid­ dle class has plummeted. Fifteen years ago, the study indicates, three out of every four Americans were in the ranks of the middle class. Today that number is barely six out of 10. And even this number is rapidly dwindling. Noting that each one percent of unemployment costs American taxpayers $33 billion—$28 bil­ lion in lost tax revenues and $5 billion in benefits—the AFL-CIO has proposed that Con­ gress quickly enact programs to create economic growth; thereby stimulating the economy, provid­ ing jobs and easing the difficulties facing millions of unemployed and under-employed Americans. Meanwhile, the nation awaits the administration's response to the nation's economic crisis. As economist Robert Kuttner pointed out in an editorial published in The Wall Street Journal (November 7), 'To date. President Bush has presided over the weakest economic performance of any postwar president. In his 1988 acceptance speech, he pledged that in eight years as president he would create 34 million jobs. Net job growth since he took office has been just 210,(X)0, the weakest figure of any president in half a century. As for growth, the average annual rate in the Bush era has been 0.6 percent, com­ pared with 2.9 percent for Jintuny Carter and 1.6 percent for Gerald Ford, both of whom were denied re-election." •.I 'r a �•". •'." ' •' •' ' ' " '" ' '* ' 'Ito- ••J.' .-•- 1:S v^: • •• SEAFARBISLOe 10 :§• o7i Charleston ;V4>. ,4,.:. -.fj'Wf-'f, •% ' ;.:47 .'•y.: .•44' •'^'-' •# \'» Chief Cook M. Hussain prepares succulent homemade pizza. ;/'f; Recertified Steward Ekow | Pofifoh scmtthes accon^^ying I photographs to the Seafarers | LOG. The photos, shot hy BrotherUoffbh, show Seafarers on a recent voyage^ f aboard thpjCharl^ton, an > 3 l^pex Marme vessel- •X' 4l'r' .-'4^ Passage from St. Croix, V.I. to Wilmington, N.C.—a bit rough sometimes, but nothing the trained SlU crew can't handle, says Ekow Doffoh in his report to the LOG. '•Ji-' ;i Roast prime rib is a specialty of Chief Cook M. Hussain. ;"?t ; -Jl GSU Amerigo Garayua is on the way to tidy the cabins. There is plenty of work for the deck crew on the Charleston. AB Harry Berggren hammers away on deck. Tightening the buttenvorth plate before arrival in port are. from lefL AS Terry Cowans and AB W. Lopez. ^ ; ^ 7, • liiiiiiiiii ,ti - ' - _ ( r �MHuuirim Up and Down the Delta, SIU Keeps Cargo Moving ' -^;' •">'. From Venice, La. to Baton Rouge, the port areas along the mouth of the Mississippi River constantly are humming with ac­ tivity with SIU members in the middle of it all. Tugboats are a conunon sight along the waterway. Seafarers are busy aboard Crescent Towing boats like the Betty Smith, Rebec­ ca Smith and Port Allen which dock deep sea vessels, then assist them back through the channel toward the Gulf of Mexico. Other boatmen—^like those on the Heidi Moran—-navigate the river on tugs pushing barges loaded with petroleum, agricultural and ore products to staging areas for trans­ fer to ocean-going craft. The Cape Mendocino, a Ready Reserve Force ship operated by the SlU-contracted shipping company OMI, has been making regular stops in the delta region to drop off cargo from distant ports before loading for other ventures. New Orleans also serves as the home port for the two SIUcrewed inland passenger ships: Mississippi vueen. Employee Steve Judd meets with the crew of the Crescent tug Rebecca Smith, From the left are Steve Russell, Mike McVi|le, Toby Wattigney and Judd. Making sure the meal is ready on time is The galley gang of the Cape Mendocino-H(left to right) SA Sedonia Sparks, Third the job of Chief Cook Bobby Simmons Cook Thomas McCurdy, SA Emest Bullock, Steward/Baker Michael Askins and SA aboard the tug Heidi Moran. Antonio Hall—is ready to serve another great meal. Port Emolovee Steve Judd (left) updates Heidi Moran crewmembers (from the left beside Judd) Captain Charlie Tucker, AB Wade WansleyandChief Engineer Randy Rogers on SIU benefits forms. Awaiting their next assignments on the RRF vessel are (left to right) AB Jessie Mixon, OS Elton Wilde and AB Abraham Murray. Third Cook Thomas McCurdy takes french fries from the fryer to go with steaks for the Cape Mendocino crew. Working the winches of the RRF vessel are ABs Randall Rogers (left) and GeoigeDean. �XAFMBtSm '• - • ..v '• • •,:. ..•'.,Vi'<''.'U''V • ,T ;•>• • '•* . . • i ••&'•'•-I' iy -•, _. • . - ''*• * ' ' 1 • "fi ifir ' ' • ' -v '•••^3 ••: r -WM San Francisco Hail Hosts Thanksgiving Day Feast Several hundred Seafarers and their families gathered in the San Francisco union hall November 22 to celebrate Thanksgiving. The second annual affair was arranged and cooked by galley gang members Burt Richardson and Terry Todd. The meal in­ cluded the traditional turkey with stuffing, mashed potatoes with gravy, cranberry sauce, vegetables and dessert. San Francisco Port Agent Nick Celona reported a good time was had by all. "It was a great time for members and their families to renew friendships. They look for­ ward to this all year," Celona added. Celona stated his appreciation for the food donated by Frank Riley and Bill Mines, labor rela­ tions office, American President Lines; Harold Strauss, port steward, Sea-Land; and Richard G. Meleski, labor relations office, and Ron Lampriere, port steward, Matson Lines. Joining the 200-plus members with the families for the festivities were representatives from other San Francisco labor unions, in­ cluding the Machinists and Laborers. 'ifi -•'••'.-"iV'. TeryTodd i" "" "i"™' bosuns Lance Zollner (left) and Bill Mullens. i-m •• V II •# I li-' 1 , •••'5 ' Chief Cook John Basquez delivers a Retiree J.D. Whittington (left) talks union business with Patrolman Gentry Moore. loaded plate of food to a member. ,. • Ed Laricm, Eariy Edmund "Ed" Larkin, a retired Seafarer who was one of the union's earliest scholarship win- Edmuhd Larkin as a young Seafarer ners and a very active member during the time he sailed with the SIU, died of cancer, the union has been informed. Brother Larkin, whose family reported that his Getting ready to join the others are shoregang member John Stein (left), Delores K. Tenkwitz and her brother, shoregang member Jerry Westfall. AcOv^, Itoneadieis SU m WHI death occurred on May 7,1991, left $30,000 to the union. Speaking of her father's days with the SIU to a Seafarers LOG reporter, Margaret Larkin said, "If it hadn't been for the merchant marine, he wouldn't have been the [success] he was. It gave him a lot of experiences that not many young people have. He really en­ joyed it." From approximately 1970 until he contract^ his illness, Larkin en­ joyed a lucrative career with the Sony Corp. He worked in real es­ tate and in engineering. But his roots were in the maritime industry. Larkin's mother passed away when he was 15, and the Milwaukee native joined the SIU one year later (1944) in New York. (At 6-fiBet-4 and almut 250 pounds, Larkin con­ vincingly exaggerated his age.) He s^ed in the engine depart­ ment and worked his way up to the rating of chief electrician. He was extremely active in SIU matters, in­ cluding die Isthmian strike of 1947. Influenced by then-SIU President Paul Hall, he also grew to appreciate the value of education. In 1953 the SIU became the first maritime union to award college scholarships; in 1954 Larkin won a four-year scholarship from the Seafarers. Larkin's passion for academia didn't end there. Through the years, he earned an undergraduate degree from Cornell University and a master's from New York Univer­ sity. He also did extensive graduate work at Coleg Harlech in Wales. During the mid- to late 1950s, Brother. Larkin worked as an or­ ganizer for both the SIU and the United Industrial Workers. He switched careers in 1959, going to work as an engineer for Ae New York-based company Merritt, Chapman and Scott. Eventually he went to Sony. Brother Larkin, who was divorced, lived in Westchester County, N.Y. Margaret Larkin described hw father as an outdoors type who loved collecting antiques. He also enjoyed the extensive travel required by his various jobs. "He always had a knack for making money," added Margaret, 27. Indeed, Edmund Larkin willed more than $400,000 to various people and institutions. He had a few profitable investments and a good salary, Margaret noted, "and he remembered evrayone who helped him along the way," she said. Ed­ mund Larkin's will lists 48 legatees. .-I • - --"'i U. \v-'' �' ''''' ' • rnm^ MHWUtri992 13 Father mid Sm AiB Classmates m FOWT Couse Kevin Twiford has a "29-year head start on me," according to his father, Brantley. The father-and-son combo not only were roommates at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, they were classmates in the FOWT colirse that graduated December 20. Brantley Twiford, 52, had tried his hand as a real estate agent and commercial fisherman before signing on as a wiper with the SIU during the Persian Gulf war. He sailed nearly eight months aboard the Santa Ana. Kevin Twiford, 23, graduated with class 471 of the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship last spring and im­ mediately shipped out as a wiper aboard the USNS Pollux. Both made several trips to Saudi Arabia and met each other in Ad Damman for a day when their vessels were docked at the same time. "I love it," the elder Twiford told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. "I only wish I had known about it at his age. This is a great opportunity for young people." Both engine department mem­ bers heard of the union through a relative. Chief Electrician Jeff McCranie. "I was doing some commercial Bshing in North Carolina and nothing was going on," recalled the younger Twiford. "I got an ap­ plication (for the Lundeberg School) and sent it in." Less than Brantley (left) and Kevin Twiford listen to their instructor at the Lundeberg School. The father and son recently upgraded to FOWT. two months later, Kevin was a trainee at Piney Point. FOWT instructor J. C. Weigman noted a little competitiveness between the family members. "He (Brantley) knows what it's like to fight and battle to compete, but both are good students." The pair studied together to pass the course.- The fath'er admitted going back to school has been a lot tougher on him. "I'm working har­ der than he is," Brantley said. "I got out of the habit of studying." While both stated they enjoy going out to sea, one member of the family did let it be known she was not completely happy to have both men sailing. Extra Night Courses Available For Lundeberg Scbeei Students Seamen attending the vocation­ al training courses at the Lun­ deberg School now can elect to take classes in the evening which are designed to enhance the Seafarer's proficiency in areas re­ lated to his occupation. The evening courses available to Lundeberg School students cover English, math, science, physics and psychology. The introduction of night clas­ ses at the Lundeberg School means that a Seafarer who is studying by day to upgrade his rating may also take courses in areas of concentration which are complementary to his or her chosen profession. The night classes run from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday through • ;#.: Trainee Rudolph Hyndman makes use of one of the school's areas for study. QMED Don Montoya uses the school's computer lab. Thursday. Each course lasts eight weeks. Classes are offered on a Mon­ day-Wednesday or TuesdayThursday basis. The eight-week sessions are January 6 to February 28, March 16 to May 8, May 11 to July 3, July 6 to August 28, August 31 to October 23 and October 26 to December 18. Members who will be studying at the Lundeberg School or who are currently enrolled in classes at the training facility can apply for the evening courses by writing the school or by contacting the admis­ sions office on campus. Upgraders will need to take a 30- to 45-minute placement test prior to enrolling in the courses. K;i . . Brantley's wife, Kay (Kevin's mother), didn't like the idea of being separated from her husband. They have been married for 32 years and Brantley had to miss being home for their wedding an­ niversary for the first time. How­ ever, Brantley noted she remains supportive and recognizes that his work does provide the family with a good income. Kevin noted that his mother said a shipping career "would be good forme." Additionally, he noted, his two sisters have expressed en­ thusiasm for his work. Both of the Seafarers said the instructors and fellow classmates have been a great group with which to work. "I can't picture anybody not wanting to come here," Brantley noted. "When I go back out, I'm going to tell them that the opportunities are unlimited." Kevin also said he would talk up the school with his shipmates. "It is worth their while to come here." The Twifords, who sail from the port of Norfolk, Va., stated they would be back to upgrade to QMED as soon as they have the necessary seatime. Six Deck Department IMembers Graduate Sbipbandiing Ceurse Six more deck department members are returning to the seas with a better knowledge of bridge operations after graduating from the shiphandling course at the Seafarers Ha^ Lundeberg School of Seamanship. John Bellinger, Bob Borchester, Leon Johnson, Keith Kirby, Patrick McCarthy and John Bellinger plots the course of another vessel on radar. John Mossbarger each received credit for 60 days of sea time by successfully completing the U.S. Coast Guard-approved course on December 13. The sextet covered special areas of skills development which in­ cluded general and emergency shiphandling and helmsmanship, river and channel transits, coastal navigation, conVoy and underway replenishment, hawser towing and pushboat towing. The students in the two-week course studied both in the class­ room and in the school's com­ puter-generated, full-size ship simulator. (The mock bridge in the simulator features a 180-degree beam-to-beam field of view as well as a 35-degree stem view.) The course will be offered six times during 1992: Janua^ 27 to Febmary 7, March 2 to March 13, May 4 to May 15, June 29 to July 10, August 31 to September 11 and November 2 to November 13. To register for the course or to gain more information, contact the Lundeberg School Admissions Of­ fice, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674-0075. Graduating from the December 13 shiphandling course at the Lundeberg School are (left to right, front row) Keith Kirby. John Mossbarger, Bob Borchester, (back row) Instmctor Jim Brown, Leon O. Johnson, Patrick McCarthy and John Bellinger. ; • Ur-. • -iV un ;• , j J'fr �--'.Vfr'-r'-v ;; ^>'r ::;-:::'::7'.||p|g , i , " ^'St; J 4 -t •- is^ ••S-/.r:-v'V;'/:a® . . •& I •'•••-~Mly-'~»iri*.:i'fi.-,,at -•• /,^-V''^ '>• '*;:'^Sr:'.v.;'\,; :;•.• .5 ' • .f •- iemisiiSHm^ r 'J.''.;" SEAFARERS LOG f4 ' r JANUARY 19M hr. y • ' ••*'-'^;-/;i".''7 I , A Year in Review—From an SIU Standpoint . \r ' r'y ' '•-• .••'•.•"• .: ye- I--"liSS^jS; • :| ,:x Seafarers who participated in the massive sealift to the gulf march in the national victory parade held iri Washington, D.C. The merchant mariners' contingent marched along with all branches of the American armed forces. A s 1991 drew to a close, the Seafarers Interna­ tional Union was in court pressing to block an attempt by the United States Coast Guard to institute a fee regime for marine licenses and seamen's papers. This action was the most recent of many union activities which are designed to increase the job security of Seafarers and to ensure a decent standard of living for its seamen and boatmen and their families. Whether fighting to keep AT&T's cable ships under the American flag, or pushing to keep U.S. maritime promotional programs out of the world trade talks agenda, the SIU spent 1991 working to preserve and promote the American maritime in­ dustry and, thus, bring about continued employment for today's generation of Seafarers and for genera­ tions of seamen in the future. f. • J<.V'-. ''r • ^l;i^.i'•('', V-'--' -"'•I' > ;•; ^f.- 1991 Opens With a Bang, Gulf War Sealift Is Massive . •• •o"/ i:- <: • ; -/•-'7'-''',^''77 ••ft',''",.' '''" '• .-'< ' '• - /-i., ---a^- .i;S:,r. •:.•• .;, •..,:,;.rv<-'\;--.^fe ,;.^r w-•• _,. "..T'-,-^- .''.'|s .-',t^'K . - •..^ •' -.^v - i V.' 54.' :"^-.^.'v--. 'Sisr The year also served as a vivid reminder of the commitment of Seafarers to their nation in times of national emergency or conflict. As 1991 rolled in. Seafarers from around the country were putting in extra sailing time so that ships broken out from the nation's Ready Reserve Force (RRF), along with other contunercial and military vessels, could par­ ticipate in the massive sealift effort supporting Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm and the subsequent redeployment. The Persian Gulf operation, which began after the August 2, 1990 invasion of Kuwait called by Iraq's ruler, Saddam Hussein, resulted in the most massive sealift ever deployed over the course of any 12 months in American history. On January 16, after Iraq failed to meet a United Nations impost deadline for withdrawal from Kuwait, the United States went to war. The 43-day war, which included a 100-hour ground assault by a multi-national coalition of armed forces, restored Kuwait to her citizenry. American sealift played an important role in transferring bil­ lions of pounds of materiel to the front lines. On the eve of the war, 4.2 billion pounds of dry cargo and 8.4 billion pounds of fuel had been delivered by ships under the direction of the U.S. Military Sealift Com­ mand to the gulf. At that point a total of 238 ships were under MSG direction, 136 of which were under the U.S. flag. SlU-crewed ships made up the majority of U.S.flag ships engaged in the massive logistical effort. Among these were the military's eight fast sealift ships which were brought out of reduced operating status, 21 prepositioning ships, 2 aviation support vessels known as T-AVBs, the USNS Mercy—one of the military's two hospital ships—and scores of ships activate from the nation's Ready Reserve Force, the government's layup fleet available for times of national emergency. Seafarers met the manpower obligations of the Persian Gulf crisis through a series of extraordinary moves. First, SIU members cut short on-the-beach time and many members who traditionally sail on Lakers or inland waterway vessels volunteered for deep sea assignments. The union issued a call to all physically fit pensioners to make themselves avail­ able for gulf war-related shipping and, while vety few actually had to ship, hundreds indicated their willing­ ness to go. The union cancelled the relief provision and hundreds of members extended their length of time aboard commercial ships, thus freeing other Seafarers for Persian Gulf duty. the notion of second registry for the United States. In the past decade, traditional maritime countries have begun to offer flag-of-convenience like conditions to their vessel operations. This concept, labeled the second registry, allows the ship owner from countries like Norway and Germany to hire third world crews, escape national safety and inspection laws and avoid paying taxes while still flying the flag of those nations on their vessels' stems. Maritime labor, however, made significant progress in its efforts to coalesce around a program of revitalizing the American merchant marine. In September the newly-elected heads of the Masters, Mates and Pilots (MM&P) and the District No. 1 MEBA/NMU Licensed Division along with SIU President Michael Sacco issued a joint statement outlining their conunitment to work with govemment and the industry to bring about a program that will reinvigorate U.S. shipping. Additionally, the gulf war experience brought renewed interest on the part of the military in America's sealift capacity. Military leaders advised Congress, in a series of apjwarances before various House and Senate conunittees, that U.S. sealift capability must be strengthened. Air Force General Hansford T. Johnson, head of the United States Transportation Command, the military unit charged with moving materiel in any conflict, advised the Senate last May: 'The solution to our future sealift capability as a nation, however, must include efforts to improve the U.S. merchant marine. A revitalized merchant marine supplemented with an organic capability of well maintained militarily useful ships, along with the establishment, of a merchant marine reserve, would provide us a, sealift mobility structure designed to meet the evolv-' ing threats of the 21st century.' Bill Pushed In House, Senate Could Create U.S Cruise Industry The administration, while honoring the merchant marine for its contribution to the Persia Gulf war effort in Maritime Day ceremonies in Washington, D.C. last May, showed no inclination to work with Congress to put into effect programs that will provide the groundwork for a solid and vital U.S.-flag ship­ ping capacity in the years to come. In fact, ad­ ministration officials did the exact opposite by raising „•'. ' . V'-V , , -'.'if! • :f ' •r b-v. Lundeberg School students practice searching for a miss­ ing man during firefighting exercises. The seamen are subjected to simulated conditions which make the chamber appear to be smoke-filied. Seafarers Advance Their Job Skills Throughout the year, the Seafarers Harry Lun­ deberg School of Seamanship hununed with activity. As a result of the Persian Gulf crisis and the booming need for shipboard manpower, the Lundeberg School increased the number of classes it offered to Seafarers interested in upgrading to the ratings of able bodied seamen (ABs) and fireman-oiler-watertenders (FOWTs). On August 20, the anniversary of the birth of Paul Among the other maritime initiatives debated by the Congress in 1991 was a bill which, if enacted, would establish guidelines tying in-cash foreign aid from the United States be used to purchase U.S. goods that would be shipped on American-flag ves­ sels. The Buy Americ^Ship American provision was hotly debated but was left in the bill which passed both chambers of Congress. The bill, which went to a conference committee, subsequently was rejected by the House. Attempts are under way to bring a new foreign aid bill forward in 1992. llie SIU also worked to open the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge for oil exploration and development so that Alaska oil will be available to the United States for years to come. Also among the legislative pushes of Ae SIU was H.R. 44, a bill currently in the House Veterans Cormnittee which would extend the eligibility date for WWII merchant marines to qualify for veterans status. The House of Representatives approved legisla­ tion that would enable U.S.-flag passenger ships to offer shipboard gambling. The measure, which is strongly backed by the SIU, was passed by the Con­ gress in three pieces of legislation—the U.S.-Flag Cruise Ship Competitiveness Act, which was intro­ duced by Rep. Gene Taylor (D-Miss.), the crime bill and the Texas Marine Bird Sanctuary Act. The Senate wrapped up its 1991 session with the U.S.-Flag Ship Competitiveness Act still awaiting committee action. The crime bill is stalled in the Senate by a threatened filibuster against portions of the bill unrelated to shipboard gambling. The Senate did amend its ver­ sion of the sanctuary act to include a shipboard gam­ bling provision. When Congress resumes later this month, the House will take up consideration of the Senate sanctuary act. The passage of legislation which would allow gambling on U.S.-flag vessels is seen by many in the industry as a real shot in the arm for any potential American passenger ship operations. Presently, U.S.flag passenger vessels are prohibited by law from offering shipboard gaming activities. Financial data from cruise ship companies around the world indicate that shipboard gambling plays a significant role in generating revenue and profit. It is believed by many in the U.S. maritime industry that once American operators can offer gambling, this will significantly close the gap in an uneven playing field, and U.S.-flag cruise ship operations will be able to compete headto-head with foreign-flag passenger vessels. s'i-3 '-V • A Seafarer has his blood checked at one of the new clinics designated by the Seafarers Welfare Plan as a union PRO. Benefits Conferences Held And New Clinics Opened Hundreds of active and retired Seafarers and their family members attended the educational conferen­ ces offered by the Seafarers plans at each of the union's halls around the country. The conferences were designed to assist Seafarers in learning of the wide range of benefits available to them and their families. In the areas of medical care, pensions, vaca­ tion and education, including scholarship oppor­ tunities, information was presented by the plans' staff, and time was allotted at each session for ques­ tions to be raised by the participants. The union designated four new preferred provider organizations (PPOs), which are medical care estab­ lishments selected by the Seafarers Welfare Plan as the ones to provide services to SIU members and their families. The welfare plan's PPO program is attempt­ ing to keep medical care costs in line during an era of spiraling health care expenses so that the high level of benefits enjoyed by Seafarers is maintained. The Piney Point complex, which houses the Lundeberg School and a maritime museum and library, was named the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in honor of the SIU president who served the union until his death in 1980. In addition to its core curriculum at Piney Point, the Lundeberg School continued its work with SIUcontracted operators which have specific crew-train­ ing needs. Lundeberg firefighting and shipboard safety instructors conducted on board drills and class­ room sessions for crewmembers of the famed riverboat duo—the Delta Queen and Mississippi Queen. Words but No Action From White House Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm Commander Norman Schwazkopf inspects the Cape Henry while docked in A! Jubayl, Saudi Arabia. The SlU-crewed RRF ship just barely escaped a scud missile attack while on its gulf assignment. Hall, the union's top official from 1947 until his death in 1980, the entire Piney Point, Md. complex, includ­ ing the Lundeberg School, was named the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. In a simple ceremony held on the school's grounds. Seafarers, shipowners, maritime unions and govern­ ment officials paid tribute the man who played an instrumental role in shaping the SIU. Paul Hall was remembered by his associates for his leadership, his tactical brilliance, his commitment to the industry and the people who turn to the sea to make a living for themselves and their families. •' / •i-'- Hand of Coast Guard Reaches To Marine Documents, Licenses Communicating their support for legislation banning the practice of replacing striking workers. Seafarers to be a moment to write their congressmen. Working for Fair Trade, National Health Care Policies The SIU joined with the AFL-CIO in carefully monitoring the Bush administration's proposed North American Free Trade Agreement with Mexico and Canada. The SIU and other unions representing workers in the maritime industry have petitioned the U.S. Trade Representative to keep waterbome transportation services from any such trade agree­ ment. The SIU has been seeking the same commit­ ment from American trade negotiators assigned to the world trade talks known as GATT (General Agree­ ment on Tariffs and Trade). The various unions of the AFL-CIO, as well as the federation itself, have made a sensible national health care policy a top legislative priorily. Pointing out that runaway health care costs are a significant factor in hindering American companies from being competi­ tive with their counterparts in other industrialized nations in which medical costs are much lower as a result of government policies, the AFL-CIO has called on Congress and the administration to develop a health care program for Americans. Such a pro­ gram, the APTv-CIO has said, must keep costs con­ tained and be available to every American—^including the 37 million people who today have no health care coverage. In the area of reforming labor relations, the unions have been seeking enactment of legislation known as the Workplace Fairness Bill which would ban the practice of employers permanently hiring strikebreakers who replaced striking employees once the beef was settled. The House approved this bill over the summer and it is expected to come up in the Senate in March of this year. Mandated by two separate pieces of legislation, the United States Coast Guard, in 1991, issued a number of rulemaking notices and internal advisories on pro­ cedures the agency intends to implement which will affect merchant marine documents (or z-cards) and licenses. Under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, the Coast Guard will begin to issue z-cards that have a five-year life. The Coast Guard currently is formulating a pro­ cedure by which seamen will have td renew their z-cards every five years. Additionally, under CPA 90, seamen will be subjected to a check of the Na­ tional Drivers Registry when obtaining z-cards from the Coast Guard. The agency will be attempting to ascertain a record of drunk driving. As yet, the Coast Guard has not issued a rulemaking on this procedure but it has advised its various offices that this is imminent. The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 repealed a long-standing statute prohibiting the government from collecting fees for issuing mer­ chant marine licenses. Additionally, the 1990 budget bill mandated the Coast Guard to collect so-called user fees for its services. The agency thus promulgated regulations an­ nounced in the June Federal Register that called for seamen to pay a fee for their marine licenses, docu­ ments and certificates of registry. The SIU vociferously objected to the proposal—labeling the scheme a work tax. In comments filed with the agen­ cy and later in a lawsuit filed in federal court, the SIU declared the proposal unconstitutional.The union has indicated that the Coast Guard has no exact science for determining the fees, which as proposed range from $35 for a duplicate z-card upwards to $335 for the total cost associated with an upper level license, and that as such there was no impediment to the fees rising to astronomical proportions. The union court case, which was filed in early December, is asking the government to set aside the scheme. 1 • -.vt •r: ••••-• 'vJ' yy-'W'^-'pI '.-7 •' '.yy^ f, Ia:i' t' vl . -fid- -• r^n-fy-'::; -liiv: y.:$py-:-y , v;-..:i •siSNA I I �!• • est-.. SEAFMERS LOG 18 «cr5 Seafarer Redriguez Adds 'Seek Smarts' to 'Street Smarts' -V"% •', (V • SIU member Sebastian Rodriguez is known for his street smarts. Now Rodriguez can add to his knowledge the ability to read and write profi­ ciently, thanks to the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. While Rodriguez is able to find something fiinny about most everything Brother Rodriguez catches up on lost reading time. in life, when he speaks of his union, the deck department member becomes serious and grate­ ful. "The SIU is the greatest thing in my life. They changed me, helped me make it," Rodriguez, 25, recently told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. "I owe the SIU a lot. This union stands behind its words." Rodriguez, who recently upgraded at the Lun­ deberg School to able bodied seaman, exudes confidence. But a few years ago, the Brooklyn, N.Y. native had a vastly different person. A high school dropout raised in a one-parent home, Rodriguez was unable to read or write before he joined the Seafarers three years ago. For years he struggled around the problem, but behind his street smarts and stocky build, Rodriguez was embarrassed. With the help of Lundeberg School instruc­ tors, Brother Rodriguez has overcome his literary deficiencies. "All the teachers here helped me and gave me confidence," he said. "I had a special tutor, and when I started putting my mind to it, I did all right." It took about one year before Rodriguez felt comfortable with books and newspapers. But, spurred by memories like the time he could not fill out the paperwork to get a libr^ card, Rodriguez persevered. "There are still some things I don't understand. I admit that," he said. "But I'm making progress. "I really enjoy reading seamanship books, learning about the ships. I'm always into those books, and I'm still learning." Rodriguez says the SIU has given him a new outlook and newly found confidence in many areas, not just reading. Rejoined the union at the suggestion of a cousin, though not before pondering the decision for two years. "Before, I wondered what I would do with my life," he recalled. "Now, it feels so good being out there on the sea. There's a whole different world out there. More people should learn about it" Brother Rodriguez lives in his home town of Brooklyn with his wife, Sonia, and their son, Ivan Eugene. He says he prefers to remain in the same area, even while he continues to develop and change. "You know, before in New York if someone made fun of my reading, I knocked the crap out of them. Now, if someone calls me 'stupid,' I don't smack him. I say, T'm an AB. I have a future!"' Community Honois Woodmw fieid Pensioner Woodrow W.**Bob" Reid recently was honored as Senior of the Year by his church, the Essex (Md.) Church of God. Reid, 76, received the award during a ceremony November 22, with more than 100 people in attendance. "He is a prince of a man, one of the greatest we've ever met," said a spokesperson for the Baltimorearea church. Besides receiving a large trophy, Reid had his photograph put on a billboard in the city. He also was honored with a congressional tribute by Helen Bentley (R-Md.). "This is a great honor, and I appreciate it," Reid recently told a reporter from the Seafarers LOG. was surprised, and yet I'm not surprised at what our church will do for people. They are loving, caring people." Reid joined the SIU in June 1944 in Baltimore. He shipped in the steward department before retiring in 1979 as a chief steward. "I sailed for 35 years and had nearly 29 years actual sea time," ' "'" "li '" 'l| Woodrow Reid's photograph is put on a blllt>oard in the city of Baltimore. Brother Reid recalled. He described his career at sea as fairly routine, although he once was ac­ cidentally shot in the hip by a crewmember who was exhibiting a recently purchased pistol. "I don't know that that would be newswor­ thy to seamen," Reid said with a laugh. He also noted the time just after World War n when his ves­ sel, a Liberty ship, survived one of the worst typhoons in the history of the Pacific. For the past 12 years, Reid has been extremely active in Ae church. His wife, Margaret, also is an active member of the Pentecostal church. Presidential Award Winners Visit Headquarters Officers of an oiganization in Puerto Rico which sponsors students in transpor­ tation studies visited SIU headquarters after receiving a Point of Light award from Barbara Bush in a White house ceremony. Carlos V. Font, director of TurbOtech, Inc. (second from left); Keith Terpe, retired SlUNA vice president and chairman of the Gerald P. Toomey Foundation (fourth from ieft); and Edwin Rosas (right) foundation co-chairman, are shown with SIU Vice President Augie Tellez (left) and Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco (middle). �T-'''- \'\t, '/:',:'''^7v:>;, Tv,••'•'••'''••• Mmutr 1992 Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea Deep Sea, Lakes, Inland Wateis 1^:. ^ • stv - ?•;.••••• >'.•• V',' bi'''-' c •••' ' I'' ••' I IJ -' - Piney Point Monday, February 3 Monday, March 2 New York Tuesday, February 4 Tuesday, March 3 Philadelphia Wednesday, February 5 Wednesday, March 4 Baltimore Thursday, February 6 TTiursday, March Norfolk Thursday, February 6 Thursday, March 5 Jacksonville Thursday, February 6 Thursday, March 5 Algonac Friday, February 7 J Fn Houston Monday, February 10 I Monday, March 9 S New Orleans 1Tuesday, February 11 T^iesd^ March ID Mobile Wednesday, February 12 Wednesday, March 11 SanFi^cisco Thursday, February 13 Thursday, March 12 Wilmington Monday, February 17 Mond^, March 16 Seattle Friday, February 21 Ffid;^ March 20 Joan t Thursday, February 6 Thursday, Match 5 jSt,Louls Friday, February 14 Honolijdu Friday, February 14 Friday, March 13 JDuluth Wednesday, February 12 Wednesday, March 11 Jersey City Wednesday, February 19 Wednesday, March 18 NewBedford Tuesday, February 18 ^ Tuesd^, March 17 Personals ANTONIO C. FLORES Your daughter would like to be in touch with you, and all concerned would like to establish cormnunication. Please contact Letty Jones at 921302 Kikaha Street, Ewa Beach, Hawaii 96707, or caU (808) 6728723. Correction Credit for the photo of the Robin Moor on the front page of the Novem­ ber 1991 issue of the Seafarers LOG was inadvertently omitted. The photo was provided to the LOG by The Mariners' Museum in Newport News, Va. We regret the error and offer our thanks to the museum for supplying the photo.. NOVEMBER It, 1991^DECEMBER 15,1991 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B OassC Port New Ydiflc' Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington; Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals Port New York ^Philadelphia JFtdtimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville |San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ••REGISTERED ON BEACHI All Groups ClassA ClassB ClassC DECK DEPARTMENT 0 3 •, ••4:; 11 18 9 23 18 34 14 42^"' 13 54 ^S--'^2823 16 43 14 14 1 11 M •. ' -j S0' ' .'f 1A |5,'2 iV 333 2 185 • T" ENGINE DEPARTMENT 10 4 m 13 7 4 .'I , Hi:, • '. * .. om . .v® • mxM » StLouiii jPmey Ppin! Algonac Totals Port New Yoric I I%iladelphm Baltimore Trip Reliefs •:L 6 4 97 ••• ; ,i :,-• 1 0 4 112 86 88 STEWARD DEPARTMENT :v" -i' -: Norfolk Mobile New Orleans JackiSmviMe San Francisco , Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houstoii ptLouiis Pine; Algonac Totals P®rt few York Itad^hia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Branciscc| Wibningt Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals ENTRY DEPARTMENT :p.- To^AU Department 583 630 651 476 503 533 188 935 790 980 * Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ** Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. A total of 1,780jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,780jobs shipped, 476jobs or about 27 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by and Cseniority people. From Novem­ ber 16 to December 15, a total of 188 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 1539 jobs have been shipped. if �WK-saKJ»«llii-'4J.*pMai 18 SEAFAOBRSUW - • ... , V i. Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes NOVEMBER 16 - DECEMBER 15,1991 CL-^OompMy/LUM L—LihM •TOTAL REGISTERED AD Groups Class CL Class L Class NP ••. r.v.V/Z't • MicfaaelSiiccb BK}sident JdinFay Secietary-Treasuiwr JosefriiSacco Enecutive Vice President Angus "Red" CampbeU Vice President Collective Baigaining George McCartney Vice President West Coast Roy A. "Buck" Mercer Vice President Government Services JackCaffey Vice President Atlantic Coast Byron Kelley Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters DeanCorgey Vice President Gulf Coast NP-ffon Priority TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Class L Clara NP Port DECK DEPARTMENT Port ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port STEWARD DEPARTMENT Port ENTRY DEPARTMENT ••REGISTE^D ON BEACH AliiGroups CtassCL QassL CiassNP Totals All Departanents 0 34 13 0 73 17 0 27 * 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. •* "Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. 29 Dispatchers' Report for Inland Waters V NOVEMBER 16 — DECEMBER 15,1991 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Region Atlantic Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland Waters: West Coast Totals Region TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 0 0 0 4 KNGINE DEPARTMENT 1) West Coast Totals Region ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 0 21 0 0 0 0 0 7 0 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT West Coast Totals Totals All Departments 75 14 9 34 0 6 178 30 * 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ** "Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Captions Corrected On page 9 of the December 1991 Seafarers LOG, two photos were misidentified. The photo pictured above should have read: Instructor Jim Shaffer (right) helps Hugh Mc­ Allister work the lathe. The photo below should have been captioned: Charlie Betz (left) and Bobby Spen­ cer check the diameter of stock after making cuts on the engine lathe. 21 With Feiiow Trade Unionists SIU trainees march down Constitution Avenue in Washington, D.C. during Solidarity Day '91. The August 31 event drew more than 300,000 trade unionists to the nation's capital to advocate economic growth and the right to strike. Si: Demonstrating the unity of Solidarity Day are (from left) Roy Royals, cook; Enrique Augosto, cook/baken Miguel Acevedo, AB, and Steve Palmer, AB. HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301)899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 (313)794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. 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DEEP SEA CLEMENT BAIRSTOW, 72, joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of Bos­ ton. A native of Lincoln, R.I., he sailed in the deck department. Brother Bairstow has retired to Hallandale, Fla. GEORGE COSTANGO, 43, graduated from the Lundeberg School in 1973. He was bom in Wil­ mington, Del. and in 1988 com­ pleted the bosun recertiflcation course. Brother Costango served in the Army from 1966 to 1970. He lives in Baltimore. DANIEL DEMARCO, 64, joined the Seafarers in 1951 in his native New York. He sailed in the engine and steward depart­ ments. Brother DeMarco served in the Army from 1945 until 1947. He resides in Howell, N.J. CLAUDE DICK, 67, joined the SIU in 1953 in the port of Gal­ veston, Texas. Bom in League City, Texas, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Dick served in the Marine Corps from 1942 to 1945. He has retired to Galveston. HANSEKROm, 68, jdned the union in 1958 in the port of Seattle. A na­ tive of Sweden, he shipped in the en­ gine department. Brother Ekroth lives in Washington state. VINCENT FRISINGA, 66, joined the SIU in 1965 in the port of Wil­ mington, Calif. He was bom in Los Angeles and sailed in the deck department Brother Frisinga still calls Los Angeles home. IRVIN GLASS, 63, joined the Seafarers in 1957 in his native Bal­ timore. He com­ pleted bosun recertiflcation at the Lundeberg School in 1984. Brother Glass served in the Navy from 1945 to 1950. He resides in Naples, Ha. „ ® '; ' y-'- ••. • '• • :v. v ^^--< • • ' ' ' •' ' ''''~'' INLAND To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. JOHN C. GREEN, 63, joined the SIU in 1959 in the port of Bal­ timore. A native of Newport News, Va., he completed the Lundeberg School's bosun recertiflcation course in 1975. Brother Green served in the Army from 1945 until 1947. He has retired to Brooklyn, N.Y. CHARLES HAMPSON, 65, joined the union in 1959 in his na­ tive New York. He sailed in the engine depart­ ment and in 1981 upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Brother Hampson served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. He lives in Coiuoe, Texas. ARTHUR HAR­ RINGTON, 62, joined the Seafaras in 1954 in the port of New York. He was bom in Somerville, Mass. and in 1976 completed the bosun recer­ tiflcation program. Brother Har­ rington served in the Marine Corps from 1945 to 1946. He resides in Charlestown, Mass. CLAUDE JOHNSON, 65, joined the union in 1947 in the port of New Or­ leans. A Georgia native, he com­ pleted the steward recertiflcation course at the Lundeberg School in 1982. Brother Johnson has retired to Houston. HENRY MCCULLOUGH, 65, joined the SIU in 1951 in his native Philadel­ phia. He sailed in the galley gang. Btodm-McCuUougb served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. He still calls Philadelphia home. RICHARD MORRIS JR., 65, joined the Seafarers in 1955 in the port of Mobile, Ala. A native of Akron, Ohio, he shipped in the deck department. Brother Mor­ ris served in the Army from 1950 to 1953. He resides in Vinemont, Ala. CECIL SAPP, 68, joined the SIUinl971in the port of Jack­ sonville, Ha. Bom in Georgia, he sailed in the engine depart­ CLAUDE A. ADAMS, 62, /- JPjoined the union in ti 1957 in the port of r New Orleans. The Louisiana native sailed as a captain. Boatman Ad^s has retired to Lockport, La. " 1 ment and in 1973 upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Brother Sapp served in the Navy from 1942 to 1945 and from 1961 to 1962. He lives in Midway, Ga EFRAIN SIER­ RA, 62, joined the Seafarers in 1953 in the port of New york. The native of Puerto Rico sailed in the engine department He upgraded fiequently at the Lundeberg School. Brother Sierra served in the Army from 1950 to 1952. He still calls Jayuya P-R- home. JOHNF. SILVA, 67, joined the union in 1959 in the port of New York. He was bom in Lowell, Mass. and shipped in the galley gang. Brother Silva upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1978. He served in the Navy from 1942 until 1954. Brother Silva has retired to Seattle. ALEXANDER STANKIEWICZ, 67, joined the union in 1944 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. A na­ tive of Pittsburgh, he sailed in the engine department. Brother Stankiewicz upgraded fre­ quently at the Lundeberg School. He resides in Wilmington, Calif. LW. THOMPSON, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1945in the port of New Orleans. The Louisiana na­ tive sailed in the deck department. Brother Thompson served in the Army from 1950 until 1952. He lives in Lafayette, La. DOUGLAS TURNER, 63, joined the SIU in 1953 in die port of Baltimore. Bom in Bennettsville, S.C., he shipped in the engine dqiartmenL Biodio-Tumer upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1979. He saved in the Army fiom 1946 to 1948. Brother Turner has retired to Houston. ALFONSO VALENTE, 67, joined the Sea­ farers in 1965 in his native New York. He sailed in the deck de­ partment. Brother Valente served in the Army from 1942 until 1962. He lives in Tan^ Fla. : .-T JAMES DIL­ LON, 62, joined the Seafarers in 1976 in the port of Baltimore. Bom in Easton, Md., he sailed in the engine depart­ ment. Boatman Dillon upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1982. He served in the Army from 1946 to 1948. Boatman Dillon lives in Hous­ ton. JOHNSCOGGINS, 69, joined the union in 1970 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Bom in Mississip­ pi, he sailed in the deck department Joatman Scoggins resides in Pascagoula. Miss. WILLIAM E. TOLER,62, joined the Seafarers in 1972 in the port of Piney Point Md. The native of North Carolina sailed in the deck department Boat­ man Toler served in the Army from 1947 until 1967. He has retired to New Port Richey, Ha. GREAT LAKES THOMAS HART, 52. joined Ae union in 1970 in the port of Detroit The Michigan na­ tive shipped in the deck and en­ gine departments. Boatman Hart lives in Algonac, Mich. LOUIS R. PION, 60, joined the Seafarers in 1956 in the port of Detroit. Bom in Vermont he also sailed deep sea and com­ pleted the steward recertiflcation course in 1985 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Pion served in the Army from 1950 to 1951. He has retir^ to Jacksonville, Ha. CORRECTIONS The November issue of the Seafarers LOG contained inaccurate in­ formation about pensioner James Oliver. The; correct information fol­ lows; Brother Oliver signed on with the SIU in 1945. In 1957 he joined the Inland Boatmen's Union, which merged with the AGLIWD in 1976. For almost 30 years he shipped as a captain, inclur^g the past 13 years on the Juno, operat^ by G&H Towing. Brother Oliver resides in LaPorte, Texas. The December issue of the LOG contained inaccurate information about pensioner Paul Hunt. Brother Hunt joined the union in 1962, not 1968. V; '}' • .--.'V—"V'• — if'' • •L. •• "I 1:-'^ �• :• • •;;:v • • .: • • • •-•. :^ 2» New Orleans Conference Exemplifies Benefit Series V/:'-' v't"- Claims filing procedures were of interest to QMED Crescencio Suazo (left) and AB George Castro. The benefits conference con­ ducted in November at the New Orleans union hall exemplifies the entire 1991 series of conferences. More than 100 people showed up at the hall to participate in the ses­ sion designed to inform Seafarers, pensioners and their family mem­ bers about their medical benefits. AB Willie Chestnut described the conference as "extremely en­ lightening. The information was presented well. This shows that the union is concerned about us as in­ dividuals as well as a group, whether you're active or retired. I found the seminar quite satisfy­ ing." New Orleans was one of 15 sites for the conferences, which began in May. The sessions featured open forums and detailed information packets for all who attended. ' •' • • ' Barbara and Arthur Machado attend the benefits conference to get detailed infor­ mation on their coverage. 4 . i.. SBtFumtsum Life of Scholarship Winner Is Going According to Plan Nineteen ninety was a good year for Eddie Rodriguez. Already in his third year at the University of California at Los Angeles, Rodriguez applied for—and was awarded—a $15,000 four-year college scholarship from the Seafarers program. At that time, the son of Gilbert and Irene Rodriguez, was a politi­ cal science major with an interest in the Pacific Rim region of the world. He planned to complete his undergraduate studies and then enter law school or a Ph.D. pro­ gram in political science. And that is just what the 24-year-old has done. He received his bachelor of arts degree in political science with a specialization in business ad­ ministration in June. Now in his first year at Stanford Law School, Rodriguez continues in his deter­ mination to play a role in the Pacific Rim region, perhaps as an attorney, businessman, professor or politician. It hasn't been easy for Eddie Rodriguez to get where he is today. Hard work and determination have been his guiding principles. Rodriguez was bom in Hong Kong and arrived in the United States in 1973 not speaking a word Eddie Rodriguez of English. Today he is fluent in Chinese, English and French. He has always worked to pay for his own education and has t£^en on extracurricular and volunteer work as well. The scholarship didn't stop all that. The cost of education today is very high; the scholarship award just help^ make life a little easier for him. Eddie's father joined the SIU in 1958 and most recently has sailed to Japan and the Philippines. In a recent letter to officials at the SIU, the senior Rodriguez expressed his gratitude to the union for the scholarship program. SlU Plans Administrator Leo Bonser (left) talks with Edward Brooks Jr. about a recent medical claim. Seven Scholarships are available to Seafarers and members of their families Pensioner Gus LeBlanc For some retired Seafarers, the meeting became an imhits deck during New Or- promptu reunion. Buck Stevens and Jimmy Swank were leans conference. shipmates in 1938. Applications now are being accepted for the 1992 Seafarers scholarship program. Aprii 15,1992 is the deadline for submission of ail required paperwork. For further information, see an SIU official at any union haii - or contact the Schoiarship Program, Seafarers Weifare Pian, 4201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Members get an opportunity to look over the many handouts offered at the conference and take them home to use as reference material. April 15,1992 is the deadline for scholarship applications. 7'M:- �MHUARri992 the Seaknrs LOGattsmpis to print as many dfgt^ of union shipboani mtnutu as possible. On occasion, because of spaoi llmltattons, sime vrilt be omlttod. Ships minutes Prst am reriewed by the union's contract depsatomt Those Issues rmiulring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships minutes. The minutes are then forwarded to the Seafarers LOG. SAMUEL L. coas (Ocean Shipholding), June 30 — Chairman Michael Johnson, Secretary K.D. Jones. Chair­ man reminded crew to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate requested information on penalty rate for sand blasting on weekend. No beefs or dis-. puted OT reported. Crew noted mail ser­ vice slow. Crew thanked steward department. CAPE BON (lOM), September 29 — Chairman J. Humason, Secretary R. DeBoissiere, Educational Director B. Wilder, Deck Delegate E. Johnston, En­ gine Delegate D. Busch, Steward Delegate J. McCree. Educational direc­ tor noted importance of SPAD and upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew ex­ tended votes of thanks to Bosun Humason, Chief Steward DeBoissiere and Chief Cook McCree. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers. Next port; San Diego. CAPE CHARLES (OMI Corp.), Sep­ tember 8 — Chairman A.E. Weaver, Secretary T. Dowd, Educational Direc­ tor J. Gehre. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Ship not receiving new issues of Seafarers LOG. Crew discussed need for members to leam details of contracts. Crewmembers were reminded to observe mess hall dress code. LIBERTY WA VE (Liberty Maritime), September 26 — Chairman J. Leonard, Secretary W. Manuel. Deck delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. BALDOMERO LOPEZ(AMSEA), September 22 — Chairman B. Johnson, Secretary G. Kenny, Educational Direc­ tor A. Parker, Deck Delegate P. ParisI, Engine Delegate D. Laughlin, Steward Delegate S. Hasson. Educational direc­ tor emphasized benefits of upgrading at Lundeberg School. Engine and steward delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck delegate. Crew discuss^ importance of keeping ship clean. Crewmembers noted mail service lousy. Pantry garbage dis­ posal has been out of order for nearly six months. Crew gave best wishes to retir­ ing Bosun Buddy Johnson. An Interesting Year SA Chris Curtis (pictured aboard the LNG Aquarius) reports the past year has brought lots of excitement. A graduate of the Lundeberg School, Brother Curtis served in Operation Desert Storm and, more recently, took part in a rescue operation off the coast of Taiwan. • r4 . f^T.--{> ' USNS CHAUVENET(Mar Ship Operators), September 27 — Chairman JefrFocardi, Secretary Vickl Barnhart, Educational Director A1 Mates, Deck Delegate George Delmar, Engine Delegate Danny Dansalan, Steward Delegate Americus Bell. Crew met with Mar Ship vice president. Crew asked contracts department for clarification on steward department OT. Chairman noted company official was pleased with ship's appearance. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Finey Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted stores running low and prob­ lem with roaches continues. Crew read letter from headquarters, said thanks for response. Members noted galley gang member York Bridges got married in July. Black-gang member Tom Taber also got married, in August. Taber and Bridges both graduated from Lundeberg School. LAWRENCE GIANELLA (Ocean Shipholding), October 23 — Chairman J. Smilari, Secretary D. Cunningham, Educational Director H. Daniels, Deck Delegate Howard Hare, Engine Delegate Ernest Lacunzz, Steward £>elegate Martin Ketchem. Chairman reminded members that the SIU is fight­ ing Coast Guard tax on seamen. He reminded crew about telegram from union requiring all crewmembers to register for jobs within 72 hours of returning to states. Failure to do so could result in loss of permanent job status. Educational director noted vast oppor­ tunities available at Piney Point. Treasurer reported $419 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chair­ man thanked galley gang for great food, the best he has seen in a long time. He 21 dredge Long Island doing good job rebuilding Florida's beaches, finishing ahead of schedule. MOKU PAHU (Pacific Gulf Marine), October 11 — Chairman Daniel "Ticer Jr,, Secretary J. Pratt. Chairman reported smooth sailing. He told crew, particularly newer members, to upgrade at Lundeberg School as soon as possible. Secretary thanked crew for helping keep mess rooms clean. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave steward depart­ ment vote of thanks for good meals and cookouts. NEDLLOYD HOLLAND (Sea-hsmd Service), October 27 — Chairman Fred Goethe. Secretary D. Smith, Education­ al Director D. Busb, Deck Delegate Seafarers Help Rescue Six Panamanians AMBASSADOR (Crowley Caribbean Transport), October 27 — Chairman Leon Jekot, Secretary Milton Yournett. Educational director stressed impor­ tance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. CAPE ANN (AMSEA), October 28 — Chairman Alfonso Armada, Secretary E. Haber, Educational Director C. Pres­ ton, Deck Delegate William Honebrink, Engine Delegate J. Cle­ ment Chairman announced payoff. He encouraged members to upgrade at Lun­ deberg School. He discussed SIU health benefits. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave steward department vote of thanks for all-around profes­ sional job. CAPE CHARLES (OMI Corp.), Oc­ tober 20 — Chairman A£. Weaver, Seoietaiy Hmottiy Dowd. Deck and en­ gine delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward delegate. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. CAPE CHARLES (OMI Corp.), Oc­ tober 28 — Chairman T.P. Bante, Secretary Timothy Dowd, Educational Director Jeff Sieloir, Deck Delegate Wil­ liam Kleinke. Chairman announced layup and urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School at earliest oppor­ tunity. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers. Next port: Norfolk, Va. CAPE HUDSON (lOM), October 13 — Chairman Frank Lyie, Secretary Terry Fontenot, Educational Director Donald Christian, Deck Delegate M. Thomas, Steward Delegate Leon Butler. Crew ac­ knowledged successful trip to Persian Gulf. Educational director strongly sug­ gested upgrading at Piney Point. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew discussed proper disposal of messhall and galley wastes. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. FLICKERTAIL STATE(lOM), Oc­ tober 27 — Chairman Paul Butterworth, Secretary Ed Usmany, Engine Delegate Brian Bates, Steward Delegate Kimberly Casto. Chairman noted impor­ tance of SPAD and advised members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. He ad­ vised members to stay informed by read­ ing LOG. Secretary stressed benefits of upgrading. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment for clarification on wages. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done and for good Sunday evening barbecue. Um SIU member Angel Reyes (far left, rear) and Scott Langlois (second from rigfit) gather with the six Panamanians they helped rescue in September. OSs Reyes and Langlois, aboard the LNG Aquarius, were instrumental in the rescue, which took place 50 miles off the east coast of Taiwan. All crewmembers from the sinking Panamanian-flag vessel were saved. reminded members to send photos to Seafarers LOG. flVGEW(Sealift Inc.), October 27— Chairman S. Jan Vora, Deck Delegate H.D. Schultz, Steward Delegate Miguel Vinca. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew said things running smoothly. Tommy Benton, Engine Delegate Ron­ nie Bond, Steward Delegate Lionel Dunkins. Chairman spoke of importance of donating to SPAD and MDL. He reminded members that they must attend union meetings in order to have a voice in how things are run. He questioned why officers were having private dinners at sea. Secretary reiterated chairman's points about SPAD, also mentioned im­ portance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. Educational director fervently urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. Engine delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward delegate. Crewmember asked contracts department for clarification on cleaning responsibilities. Crew needs new towels. Crewmembers thanked gal­ ley gang for good work. ROBERT E. LEE (Waterman Steam­ ship), October 13 — Chairman Marvin Zimbro, Secretary W. Christmas, Deck Delegate J. Clement, Engine Delegate J. Gaines, Steward Delegate L.C. Babin. Chairman reported all running smoothly. He reminded crew about room inspection and contraband search before arrival in U.S. Secretary told crew that union forms for upgrading and health benefits are available. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew extended vote of thanks to steward department for fine job and variety of foods served and prepared. Crew also thanked QMED Charles Smith and wife for supplying recent issues of Seafarers LOG. Next port: Newport News, Va. PFC EUGENE OBREGON (Water­ man Steamship), October 20 — Chair­ man Ti. Bonner, Secretary Patrick Helton, Educational Director J. Davis, Deck Delegate Earl Gray Jr., Engine Delegate John McCabe, Steward Delegate Albert Hendricks. Chairman announced checks for retroactive pay would be delivered to ship in Florida. He thanked galley gang for fine job. Secretary thanked deck and engine departments for cooperation. Education­ al director implored members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew agreed to buy radio for messhall. Crew noted EPA money late again. Next port: Panama City, Fla. ITB BALTIMORE(Sheridan Transpor­ tation), October 31 — Chairman J.S. Rogers, Secretary A. Austin. Chairman announced payoff scheduled for New York. Educational director exhorted members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT noted by engine or steward delegates. Crew gave vote of thanks tO'steward department. Crew sent Halloween greetings to LOG. LIBERTY SUN (Liberty Maritime), Oc­ tober 27 — Chairman Perry Green­ wood, Secretary F. Washin^n, Deck Delegate Rick Burgess, Engine Delegate D. Delany, Steward Delegate C. Caster. No beefs or disputed OT reported. LONG ISLAND(Great Lake Dredge and Dock), October 6 — Chairman Phil Kleinebrell, Secretary William Quinn. Deck delegate noted pressure locker needs to be replaced. One beef reported. No disputed OT reported. Crew noted • -•r:H, . r,'1m-'.: OVERSEAS OH/O (Maritime Over­ seas), October 6 — Chairman G. Chris­ tiansen, Secretary E. Gray, Educational Directors. Wilkinson, Deck Delegate D. Clements, Engine Delegate Roy Grubb, Steward Delegate R. Walsh. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to deck department for strip­ ping and waxing C and D decks while un­ able to work outside due to bad weather. Continued on page 22 I- �•Mi SEAFARERS Uf6 22 Ships Digest 5CV. ,. Continued from page 21 OVERSEAS VIVIAN (MariUme Over­ seas), Octoter 6 — Chairman William E. Ashman, Secretary E. Gay, Educa­ tional Director P. McMann, Deck Delegate V. Burgos, Engine Delegate K. Harder. Treasurer reported $150 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang. SEA-LAND CHALLENGER (SeaLand Service), October 27— Chairman Roy Williams, Secretary H.Scypes, Educational Director J. Williams, En­ gine Delegate E. Colon, Steward Delegate William Campbell. Chairman announced payoff and noted washing machine needs repair. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Crew gave galley gang vote of thanks. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers. Next port: Elizabeth, NJ. SEA-LAND DEFENDER (Sea-Land Service), October 25 — Chairman Wil­ liam Murphy, Secretary John Alamar, Educational Director Joe Barry. Chair­ man passed along thanks from captain for good, hard-working crew. Chairman reminded members to send holiday greet­ ings to Seafarers LOG. Education^ director stressed importance of upgrad­ ing at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND DISCOVERY(Sea-Land Service), October 6 — Chairman Claude Bankston, Secretary J.R. Colls, Deck Delegate Felix Santiago, Engine Delegate Edward Krebs, Steward Delegate Diego Hatch. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for good job. Next port: San Juan. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Service), October 16 — Chairman E. Cary, Secretary L. Martin. Engine and steward delegates reported beefs. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck delegate. SEA-LAND EXPEDITION(Sea-l^d Service), October 20 — Chairman P. Flores, Secretary E. Vazquez, Educa­ tional Director D. Manthei, Deck Delegate Eric Perez. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck or steward delegates. SEA-LAND INTEGRITY (Sea-Land Service), October 20 — Chairman D. Leon, Jr., Secretary P. Laboy, Educa­ tional Director Jerry Thompson, Deck Delegate Carlos Irizarry, Stewaixl Delegate J. Padilla. No b^fs or dis­ puted OT reported. Chairman gave steward department vote of thanks, also thanked crew for smooth and safe trip. Next port: Boston. SEA-LAND M!4f?//VE/7 (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), October 10 — Chairman A.R. McCree, Secretary P.P. Lopez, Educational Director M.E.Sabin, Deck Delegate J. Aboard Golden Endeavor Noble, Engine Delegate G. Speckman, Steward Delegate J. Lubach. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or en­ gine delegates. SEA-LAND NA VIGATOR (Sea-Land Service), October 20 — Chairman Werner Becber, Secretary R. Spingat, Educational Director W. Stevens, Deck Delegate Ricbaird Smith, Engine Delegate J. Brown, Steward Delegate B.L. Mack. Chairman reported smooth sailing and encouraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for excellent meals. SEA-LAND PERFORMANCE (SeaLand Service), October 27 — Chairman J.W. Donaldson, Secretary L. Ewing, Educational Director A. Hunter. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (Sea-Land Service), October 6 — Chairman J. Ed­ wards, Secretary Carl T; Poggioli, Educational Director M. Langford. Chairman noted rough weather, warned crew to stay alert and use tunnels. Secretary urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Educational director en­ couraged members to donate toSPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew would like exercise equipment on board. •wm USNS SEALIFT ANTARCTIC (mC), October 2 —^ Chairman Rick Davis, Secretary S. Oi^z, Educational Director Keith Pennewell, Deck Delegate E. Bradley, Engine Delegate John Mc­ Donald, Steward Delegate A. Hernan­ dez. Chairman informed members about holiday greetings to be sent to Seafarers LOG. Educational director urged membos to see him about any safety problems. No beefs or disputed OT report^. Water aboard vessel is unfit for consumption. USNS SEALIFT PACIFIC (IMC), Oc­ tober 28 — Chairman F. Gongora, Secretary F. Hamilton, Deck Delegate Peter Roy, Engine Delegate Mark Castil­ lo, Steward Delegate J. Clark. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to stew^ department CHARLESTON(Apex Marine), November 3 — Chairman A. Maben, Secretary M. Ddoatch, Educational Director R. Natoli, Deck Delegate Phfl Porde, Engine Delegate Abraham Daif, Steward Delegate Clifton Kegelman. Chairman announced payoff and stressed importance of SPAD. He reminded crew about proper procedirre for fire and boat drill. Secret^ em­ phasized value of upgrading at Lun­ deberg School. Educational director suggested members write to their con­ gressmen regarding proposed Coast Guard user taxes. No beefs or ^sputed OT reported. Galley gang thariked crew for keeping mess room clean, and crew return^ vote of thanks for very good food. Next port: Stapleton, N.Y. CPL. LOUIS J. HAUGE(Maersk), November 24 — Chairman Thomas Anderson, Secretary W. Bunch, Educa­ tional Director L. Cochrane. Chairman said that despite long period of con­ tinuous crew changes, morale has remained high. He said quality and quan­ tity of crew output is shining example of professional people SIU provides. Treasurer report^ $211.18 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department for Ready for the Start of a New Voyage SEA-LAND QUALITY (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), October 6 — Chairman Car­ mine Bova, Secretary T.J. Smith, Educational Director R. Ingram, Deck Delegate Victor Tamulis, Engine Delegate Gerald A. Yore, Steward Delegate Spencer Ryans. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. SEA-LAND RELIANCE (Sea-Land Service), October 27 — Chairman AJ. Eckert, Secretary J. Weed, Deck Delegate J. Barnett, Engine Delegate H.L. Tomboc, Steward Delegate D. Skretta. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to galley gang. SEA-LAND TACOMA (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), October 20 — Chairman T. Mur­ phy, Secretary F.Sison, Educational Director C. Piper. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND VALUE (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), October 27 — Chairman George Burke, Secretary A. Hassan, Deck Delegate Angel Roman, Steward Delegate R. Arana. Educational director urged members to read Seafarers LOG and upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $300 in movie fimd. Deck delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crewmembers were reminded randpm drug testing began in October. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. STAR OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), October 20 — Chairman Gene Paschall, Secretary J.Bennett, Deck Delegate Theodore Bush, Engine Delegate F.A. Torres, Steward Delegate Juan Gonzales. Chairman cormnended crew, announced payoff. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew noted ship sailed short of some stores. Crew thanked steward department, especially Chief Cook Juan Gonzdes. Next port: Houston. SUGAR ISLANDER(Pacific Gulf Marine), October 13 — Chairman Wil­ liam Dean, Secretary C. Blanco, Educa­ tional Director Clifford HaD, Deck Delegate Bob Livermore, Engine Delegate R- Scrivens, Steward Delegate Candyn Sisneros. Educational director stressed importance of SPAD and beseeched members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted cadets working in oigineroom afto-5 p.m. without unlicensed membos being c^led out. Crew gave steward department vote of thanks. During a payoff aboard the Golden Endeavor, SlU Patrolman Bobby Milan chats with Chief Cook Peter Mazzitelli and OS Martina Breaux; Delegate John Browder. Chairman urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. THOMPSON PASS HOM), October 6 — Chairman J.R. Colson, Secretary F. King, Educational Director M. Wells, Deck Delegate R. Ehlert, Steward AB Benala Berberena (left) and Chief Steward Ruperto Rivera are ready to start work on board the SlU-crewed American Heritage. Secretary R. Bright, Educational Director Richard Gracey, Engine Delegate Wil­ liam Strrith, Steward Delegate M. Hus­ sein. Chairman announced payoff scheduled for Jacksonville, Fla. Secretary advised members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. GALVESTON BAY(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), November 3 — Chairman Joe Herron, Secretary R. Hicks, Education­ al Director Charles Walsh. Chairman announced payoff set for Elizabeth, N.J. Educational director imparted reasons to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew received new VCR for lounge. GEM STATE (IMC), November 10 — Chairman Michael Moore, Secretary S. Sin^eton, Deck Delegate Ed Johnston, Engine Delegate Mark Pinkham, Steward Delegate Mark Weller. Secretary affirmed importance of upgrad­ ing at Lundeberg School. Deck and steward delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by en­ gine delegate. Chairman reminded mem­ bers to wear proper attire at meals. He thanked galley gang for job well done and fine salad bar. Crew asked if LOG uses color photos or black-and-white photos when shooting half-tones. (Editor's note: Either is acceptable.) GOLDEN MONARCH (Apex Marine). November 13 — Chairman Thomas Walker, Secretary G. Rios, Educational Director M. Ruhe. Vessel received two washing machines and one dryer, new VCR and mattresses. Deck and engine delegates reported disputed OT and noted that these were settled at payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward delegate. Crew received notifica­ tion of Coast Guard random drug testing. Crew asked contracts department for clarification on payment of replacement seamen's transportation expenses. Next port: New York. GHOrOAf (Sheridan Transportation), November 7 — Chairman Nell Matttey, clarifications on personnel replacement re­ quests and on upgrading fiom "B" to "A" seniority on military contracted vessels. ITS NEW YORK(Sheridan Transporta­ tion), November 3 — Chairman George Khan, Secretary J.S. Iverson, Educa­ tional Director John Quinter, Deck Delegate F. Luzler, Engine Delegate L. Payan, Steward Delegate Abdul Kiazlz. Secretary reminded members to separate plastics. Educational director stressed support for programs at Piney Point and need to keep current with job oppor­ tunities. No beefs or disputed OT reported. VCR will be replaced. Crew asked contracts department for clarifica­ tion on personnel replacement and finan­ cial responsibilities relating to work-related injuries. Crewmembers par­ ticipated in "fowl shot" basketball tour­ nament last trip, with chief mate winning. SGT. MATEJ KOCAK(Waterman Steamship), November 10 — Chairman H. Bouganlm, Secretary H. Bryan, Educational Director D. Wilson, Deck Delegate Frederick Hunter, Engine Delegate Robert Rester, Steward Delegate George Carter. Chairman noted everything rutming smoothly. He thanked all departments for cooperation. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Panama City, Fla. LNG ARIES (ETC), November 10 — Chairman U. Veach, Secretary D. Paradise, Educational Director O. Ses­ sions, Deck Delegate K. KIrksey, Steward Delegate A. Fretta. Chairman reminded everyone to upgrade at Lun­ deberg School. Secretary reminded all to throw plastic only in marked barrels. He thanked watch standers for help in clean­ ing galley at night. Treasurer reported $784 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew discussed re­ quirements and eligibility to upgrade in £dl departments. Crew gave steward department vote of thanks for good food and pool parties. Continued on page 23 •M":: �• v'. -/.v." mmim -55W MNUAItY1992 ^^psl>i®i^ Continued from page 22 LNG LIBRA (ETC), November 5 — Chairman R. Callahan, Secretary R. Brown, Deck E>elegate Mike Mc­ Carthy, Engine Delegate William Sul­ livan, Steward Delegate Glenn Williams. Chairman discussed impor­ tance of SPAD. Educational director lurged members to achieve personal gains via upgrading at Lundeberg School. Treasurer listed $1,5{X) in ship's fiind. Deck delegate asked for clarifica­ tion on equalization of overtime, which bosun explained. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to look into possibility of guaranteed cost of living increase for pensioners. Chairman smd contracts department and ETC would be notified that all new videotapes, newspapers and magazines are being kept topside for of­ ficers for several weeks after arriving on board. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. OVERSEAS JOYCE (MOS), Novem­ ber 10 — Chairman R. Bradford, Secretary P. Alvarez, Educational Direc­ tor G. Frazier. Chairman announced payoff set for Baltimore. Secretary reminded members about importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. OVERSEAS NEW ORLEANS (MOS), November 3 — Chairman F. Cottongin, Secretary S. Loftin, Educa- tional Director L. Holhert, Steward Delegate Robinson Crusoe. Education­ al director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Air conditioner still needs repair. OVERSEAS WASHINGTON(MOS), November 17 — Chairman J.IL Lewis, Secretaiy M. Scardino, Educational Direc­ tor Brian Bukis, Deck Delegate Gary Kypke, Steward Delegate & Manley. Chairman announced payoff. Educational director uiged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and donate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. PONCE (Puerto Rico Marine), Novem­ ber 10 — Chairman D. Wagner, Secretary R. Evans, Educational Direc­ tor K. Katsalis, Steward Delegate Roderick Smith. Chairman announced payoff. Educational director noted oppor­ tunities available to Seafarers who upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. RALEIGHBAYiSea-Land Service), November 3 — Chairman D.W. Plummer. Secretary J. Cruz, Educational Director John J. Walsh, Deck Delegate C.D. Brown, Engine Delegate Joe F. Martin, Steward Delegate Franklyn Cordero. Chairman announced payoff. Secretary thanked crew for keeping ship clean. Educational director reminded everyone that safety comes first. He urged support of SPAD. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. SEA-LAND ACHIEVER (Sea-Land Service), November 10 — Chairman James E. Davis, Secretary Reuben Padilla, Educational Director A. Quinn, Deck Delegate N. Zervos, Engine Delegate Leroy Williams, Steward Delegate Raul Gotay. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. SEA-LAND ATLANTIC (Sea-Land Service), November 10 — Chairman W.C. Byrd, Secretary G.E. Sinkes, Deck Delegate F. Rivera, Engine Delegate Paul Moran. Educational director noted importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School and donating to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT .reported. Radio, VCR and antenna need service. Next port: Houston. Y.-'' m SEA-LAND EXPLORER (Sea-Land Service), November 9 — Chairman Ted Tolentino, Secretaiy S. Ghani, Educa­ tional Director Daniel F. Dean, Deck Delegate Dominic Sanfiiipo, Engine Delegate Theodore Hawkins, Steward Delegate Inocenco Fontelera. Chairman noted good crew and smooth trip. Educa­ tional director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew needs new mattresses. Next port: Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE (SeaLand Service), November 10 — Chair­ man Francis Adams, Secretary N. Heyden, Educational Director Irwin Rousseau, Deck Delegate Mike War­ ren, Engine Delegate Santiago Cadis, Steward Delegate Samuel Concepciori. Chairman emphasized importance of SPAD. He said, God bless Paul Hall and Mike Sacco. Educational director urged members to read LOG and upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department. Galley gang thanked other crewmembers for keeping common areas clean. Ship has not received any LOGs. SEA-LAND INNOVATOR (Sea-Land Service), November 2 — Chairman Claude J. Dockrey, Secretary Jose Bayani, Educational Director James Raible, Deck Delegate Daniel Teichman. Engine Delegate Robert Lee, Steward Delegate Gerald Figg Jr. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND LIBERATOR (Sea-Land Service), November 10 — Chairman Sonny Herrera, Secretary W. Wroten, Educational Director E. Ford, Deck Delegate Steve Kastel, Engine Delegate Joe Vail, Steward Delegate Lorenzo Razo. Chairman announced payoff. En­ gine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Engine delegate re­ quests new mattresses. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND MARINER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), November 19 — Chairman Larry Long, Secretary Paul Lopez, Education­ al Director Ricardo W. Risbeck, Deck Delegate T.Churchman, Engine Delegate G. Speckman, Steward Delegate J. Lubach. Treasurer reported $167 in ship's fund. Deck and steward delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine delegate. Crew asked for and receiv^ in­ formation concerning union pension plan. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND NAVIGATOR (Sea-Land Service), November 24 — Chairman Werner Becher, Secretaiy R. Spingat, Educational Director W. Stevens, Deck Delegate Richard Smith, Engine Delegate J. Brown, Steward Delegate B.L. Mack. Chairman recommended upgrading at Lundeberg School. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew gave galley gang vote of thanks for excellent job and fine food. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (Sea-Land Service), November 3 — Chairman L. Reck, Secretary C.T. Poggioli, Educa­ tional Directors. Perdon, Deck Delegate Bill Haynie, Steward Delegate David R. West. Chairman emphasized respect for vessel and fellow crewmem­ bers. He advised reading the Seafarers LOG to stay abreast of Lundeberg School and other union activities. Educa­ tional director advised members to donate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew inquired as to why company used non-union workers on trip. SEA-LAND SPIRIT(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), November 10 — Chairman Victor Ardowski, Secretary W. Hawkins, Deck Delegate Arnold Lopez, Engine SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Service), November 17 — Chairman E. . Gary, Secretary E. Douroudous, Educa­ tional Director J. Ortiz. Educational director noted upgrading opportunities at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave galley gang vote of thanks. r'. Delegate K. YuFui, Steward Delegate Jaqier Jackson. Steward del^ate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT repoited by deck (H-engine delegates. SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), November 13 — Chairman Mike WiUis, Secretary Lois V. Ware, Educa­ tional Director Raymond E. Clock. Chairman reported beef regarding payoff date. Educational director said support SPAD and upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported by department delegates. Crew recommends ship be fumigated due to cockroaches. Crew thanked galley gang for excellent meals and salad bar. Crew especially thanked Chief Cook James Boss and Chief Steward Ware. SENATOR (Crowley Caribbean Transport), November 17 — Chairman Jesse Thomas, Secretary J. Price, Educational Director Jim Skubna, Deck Delegate Charles McPherson, Steward Delegate V. Wilson. Secretary and educational director stressed importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department for clarifica­ tion on restriction to ship in Saudi Arabia. Crew noted water aboard ship causing members to become ill. Chair­ man thanked all departments for job well done. Ship needs new TV for messhall. SILAS BENT(Mar Ship Operators), November 24 — Chairman R. Vazquez, Secretary E. Watson, Engine Delegate E. Ramos. VCR and TV antenna were purchased and installed. Treasurer reported $150 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew ready to draw names for Christmas gift exdiange, with $20 limit on each gift. Purser ex­ pressed thanks to deck department for their cooperation in new OT sheet writing. Bosun passed around SIU benefits package. SUGAR (Pacific Gulf Marine), November 17 — Chairman Robert Wagner, Secretaiy C. Blanco, Educational Director C Hail, Deck Delegate Tim Fit^raki, Engine Delegate A.Medina, Steward Delegate C. Sisneros. No beefs or disputed OT reported. USNSCHAUVENET(MaT Ship Operators), November 2 — Ch^rman Jeff Focardi, Secretary Vidd Bamhart, Educational Director Al Mates, Deck Delegate George Delmar, Engine Delegate Tom Taber, Steward Delegate Americus Bdl. Chairman welcomed new crewmembers. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward delegate repoited that Navy wants to know if members want satellite dish, with Navy paying more than half of cost Crew read letter from head­ quarters and said thanks for response. Six members celebrated birthdays in October: Dave Bondbnt,53; Jeff Focardi, 56; Lester Rivera, 49; Americus Bell and Abdo Eyahmi, 52; and Sandy Evans, 68. USNS SEAUFT ARABIAN SEA GMC), November 1 —Chairman 'Timothy Koebel, Secretary F. Oark, Deck Delegate William Heggan, Engine Delegate (^rles Sandino, Steward Delegae Isaiah Gray. Chairman explained contracts applying to this ship, the IMC agreement and standard tanker agreement. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew expressed qrpreciation to steward depart­ ment for fme cuisine. Next port: Houston. •(: '' \ : 1^: * • ; f':. -x'^^4 • •••• LOG-A-RHYTHM Mid East Afire by Kimberly Allen Carter. (Kimberly Carter sails as a chief cook. This poem was dedicated to Captain Timothy F. Hayes and his crew aboard the S.S. Cape Catoche.) Aghast at the sight encompassing Our mighty stalwart ship At anchor waiting passage Into a land engulfed in soot A beach so near yet invisible To our crew of merchant marines Swallowed in postwar hazards Thick in smoke, the air careens • Choking breath amidst gray skies No lapse to gulp fresh air Aflame and smoke abounding While pollution permeates everywhere f -i;- A disturbing sight and eery As the sun sets into red A glowing ball of fire From a hell, hence men are dead The war is done they tell us We 'II ship the effort home What is left here will remain Its mark persists, unwelcome A task fulfilled and honored Of our men and women we're proud Yet the scars of war will haunt us all Mid East air begrudged in shroud And seeping out amongst the rest The world will grieve aftermath We triumph our fight for oil But still suffer war's epitaph Another dusk befalls us here Amidst the heat and smoke-filled sky A tranquil still surrounds the ship As another day passes by Awaiting passage to the shore Our load-out awaits inside Aboard our mighty stalwart ship The Cape Catoche crew will abide. 5- Chief Steward Kimberly A. Carter poses on the pier in Bremerhaven, Germany with the 88 Cape Catoche in the background. �. •••••• SEAFARERS LOG 24 SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT FOR SEAFARERS PENSION PLAN This is a summary of the annual report of the Seafarers Pension Plan BIN 13-6100329 for the year ended December 31,1990. The annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). Basic Financial Statement Benefits under the plan are provided by the Trust. Plan expenses were $27,577,160. These expenses included $3,122,901 in administra­ tive expenses, and $24,454,259 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. A total of 21,940 persons were participants in or beneficiaries of the plan at the end of the plan year, although not all of these persons had yet earned the right to receive benefits. The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $327,183,807 as of December 31, 1990 compared to $430,047,469 as of January 1,1990. During the plan year, the plan experienced a decrease in its assets of $2,863,662. This decrease included unrealized (depreciation) in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the current value of assets at the beginning of the year plus the cost of any assets acquired during the year less the current value of assets at the end of the year. The plan had total income of $24,713,498 including employer contributions of $9,712,761, (loss) of $(3,360,370) from the sale of assets, earnings from investments of $18,324,088 and other income of $37,019. Minimum Funding Standards An actuary's statement shows that enough money was contributed to the plan to keep it funded in accordance with the minimum funding standards 6f ERISA. Your Rights to Additional Information You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. An accountant's report, 2. Assets held for investment, 3. Actuarial information regarding the funding of the plan, and 4. Service provider and trustee information. To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of Mr. Nick Marrone who is the Plan Administrator, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746; (301) 899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $3.30 for the full annual report, or $.10 per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Pub ic Disclosure Room, N4677, Pension and Welfare Benefit Programs, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20216. Supplementary Information In accordance with Department of Labor Regulations, the net realized (loss) of $3,360,370) as shown above, is computed on the "market-to-market basis"—the dif­ ference between the sale price and the market value of an asset as of January 1,1990; or if the asset was both acquired and disposed of within the plan year, it is the difference between the purchase and sale price. The net realized gain of $5,611,054, as shown on the financial statements, is the difference between the sale price and the original cost of the asset. LOG-A-RHYTHMS by William David Kirby (William David Kirby—whose poetry bears the pseudonym Stephen Nathaniel Wilkerson—sails as an AB but of the port of Norfolk.) Destiny at Sea Bound into his country's fray, with calm resolve his might, to conquer but with fortitude, foes hidden from his sight. Soldiers of a neither world relied on none the less. A gallery of spirit beings, protracted from the rest. Always a prayer upon his lips, dreams singing in his heart. In lightning thunder from the deep, his world is blown apart. His flag now waved in Victory, has rewarded him his deeds. No bolder hero ever lived, nor died in vain, indeed. My Soldier My soldier fought and died for me man has no greater fame. It grieves me to this very day I can never know his name. God surely knows my love for him keeps him alive as I. Until I do, so help me God my soldier never died. Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the metnbership's money and Union finances. The con­ stitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the SecretaryTreasurer. A yearly finance commit­ tee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, makes examina­ tion each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and In­ land Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trus­ tees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and manage­ ment representatives and their alter­ nates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the head­ quarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the Union arid the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and avail­ able in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as con­ tained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU mem­ ber works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their con­ tract rights, as well as their obliga­ tions, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, they should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This estab­ lished policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the Septerriber 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. • ? PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to bepaid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should im­ mediately be reported to Union head­ quarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should ob­ tain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immedi­ ately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employ­ ment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL AC­ TIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its ob­ jects and purposes including, but not litnited to, furthering the political, so­ cial and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Mer­ chant Marine with improved employ­ ment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and con­ tributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of §uch conduct, or as a con­ dition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate ac­ tion and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at head­ quarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. V |:";4 • �JAMimtY1992 Final DEEP SEA SERGIO ARREBOLA Pensioner Sergio Anebola, 70, passed away November 2. He was bom in Cuba and joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Miami. Brother Anebola sailed in the steward department. He retired in April 1972. MILTON AWALL Pensioner Milton Awall, 86, died Novem­ ber 3. A native of the Philip­ pine Isands, he joined the Seafarers in 1942 in the port of New York. Brother Awall shipped in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in August 1970. ANTHONY DEBELICH Pensioner Anthony Debelich^ 65, died November 17. Bom in Ohio, he joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of New York. Brother Detelich sailed in the deck department. He retired in April 1991. NORMAN EBANKS Pensioner Norman Ebanks, 68, passed away Novem­ ber 1. He was bom in the British West Indies and joined the union in 1955 in the port of New York. Brother Ebanks sailed in the engine department. He began receiv­ ing his pension in January 1987. JORGE GRIFFrni Jorge Griffith, 69, died Novem­ ber 17. A native of Puerto Rico, he joined the Seafarers in 1956 in the port of San Francis­ co. Brother Griffith shipped in the engine department He was not an active member at the time of his death. WILLIAM HARTLOVE Pensioner William Hartlove, 84, passed away November 9. He joined the SIU in 1954 in his native Baltimore. Brother Hartlove sailed in the galley gang. He began collecting his pension in October 1972. OLIVER HEADLEY Pensioner Oliver Headley, 90, died November 20. The Maryland native joined the Seafarers in 1944 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Headley shipped in the engine depart­ ment. He retired in October 1975. ROBADOJUNIEL Pensioner Robado Juniel, 77, passed away October 26. He was bom in Arkansas and joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1956 in the port of New York, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Juniel completed the steward recertification course at the Lundeberg School in 1980. He retired in February 1984. ROLFKARLSEN Pensioner Rolf Karlsen, 87, died November 9,1989. Bom in Norway, he joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New York. Brother Karlsen sailed in the deck department. He retired in November 1967. FRANK LIS Pensioner Frank Lis, 87, passed away October 19. ITie native of Poland joined the Seafarers in 1943 in the port of New York. Brother Lis shipped in the deck depart­ ment. He began receiving his pension in January 1970. ALLEN MILLER Pensioner Allen Miller, 83, died November 4. He was bom in Columbus, Texas and joined the SIU in 1956 in the port of Lake Charles, La. Brother Miller sailed in the engine department. He retired in June 1973. GEORGE E. MILLER Pensioner George E.MiUer, 76, passed away Oc­ tober 27. A native of Mis­ souri, he joined the union in 1%9 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. Brother Miller sailed in the engine department. He upgraded frequently at the Lun­ deberg School. Brother Miller retired in November 1983. AGUSUN OQUENDO Pensioner Agustin Oquendo, 80, died Novem­ ber 20. He was bom in Puerto Rico and joined the SIU as a charter member in 1939, in the port of New York. Brother Oquendo sailed in the engine department. He began receiv­ ing his pension in August 1972. GEORGE RAMEY Pensioner George Ramey, 72, passed away Sep­ tember 27. He was bom in Bancroft, La. and joined the SIU in 1970 in the port of Wil­ mington, Calif. Brother Ramey shipped in the engine depart­ ment. He began receiving his pension in Febraary 1984. LOUIS A. SMITH Pensioner Louis A. Smith, 66, died November 20. Bom in New Orleans, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in the port of San Francisco in 1967, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Smith served in the Navy from 1942 until 1945. He began col­ lecting his pension in October 1989. GARYSTEVER Gary Stever, 20, pas^ away Oc­ tober 5 as a result of mjunes suffered in an auto accident A native of Philadelphia, he graduated from the Lundeberg School in 1990. Brother Stever sailed in the deck department. He was an active member at the time of his death. HAROLD STIVERS Pensioner Harold Stivers, 70, died November 6. Bom in Wilkes-Barre, Pa., he joined the SIU in 1942 in the port of New York. Brother Stivers sailed as a bosun. He retired in January 1982. CLEVELAND WALKER Pensioner Cleveland "Whitey" Walker, 70, died Novem­ ber 3. He was bom in Shel­ by, Ky. and joined the Seafarers in 1952 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Walker shipped in the deck department. He retired in April 1984. GEORGE PRETARE Pensioner George Pretare, 68, passed away Novem­ ber 1. Bom in Washington, he joined the Seafarers in 1%9 in the port of Seattle. Brother Pretare shipped in the galley gang. He served in the Coast Guard from 1941 untU 1947. Brother Pretare retired in May 1988. CHARLES B. YOUNG Pensioner Qiarles B. Young, 79, passed away November 2. A native of Massachusetts, he joined the Seafarers in 1944 in the port of New York. Brother Yoimg sailed in the steward department. He retired in December 1975. JAMES PURVIS James Purvis, 65, died Septem­ ber 3. A native of Detroit, he joined the union in 1968 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. Brother Purvis sailed in the deck department. He served in the Navy from 1943 to 1949. Brother Purvis was an active member at the time of his death. RUSSELL ZELLER Russell Zeller, 54, passed away November 22. A native of Vallejo, Calif., he graduated from the Lundeberg School in 1967. Brother Zeller shipped in the engine department. He upgraded frequently at the Lun­ deberg School. He served in the Marine Corps from 1955 to 1959. Brother Zeller was an ac­ tive member at the tune of his death. INLAND ARTHUR KINSELLA Arthur Kinsella, 60, passed away Oc­ tober 31. Bom in Bal­ timore, he graduated from the Andrew Fumseth Training School in New York in 1963. Boatman Kinsella sailed as a tankerman. He was an active member at the time of his death. OSCAR MATHIS Pensioner Oscar Mathis, 86, died Novem­ ber 4. A native of Gaines­ ville, ^a., he joined union in 1956 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Boat­ man Mathis sailed in the deck department He retired in July 1971. Louisiana and joined the Seafarers in 1956 in the port of New Orleans. Boatman Ramsey shipped in the deck department. He served in the Army from 1942 until 1946. He retired in January 1985. JACOB ROMAN Pensioner Jacob Roman, 81, died Novem­ ber 15. Bom in Yugos­ lavia, he joined the union in 1960 in the port of Philadelphia, Boatman Roman sailed in the engine department. He retired in March 1976. CLIFFORD WORKMAN Pensioner Clifford Workman, 82, passed away November 17. The native of Elkins, W.Va. joined the Seafarers in 1961 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Boat­ man Workman sailed in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in Sep­ tember 1973. RAILROAD MARINE JOSEPH RAMSEY Pensioner Joseph Ramsey, 71, passed away Oc­ tober 12. He was bom in ANTHONY VTTACCO Pensioner Anthony Vitacco, 90, died October 29. He joined the Seafarers in 1960 in the port of New York. Brother Vitacco shipped in the deck department. He began receiv­ ing his pension in July 1966. MarAd Will Start Mailing Gulf Medals This Month The Maritime Ad­ Members still may ministration (MarAd) will apply for a medal by writbegin issuing the Mer­ ing to the Office of chant Marine Expedition­ Maritime Labor and ary Medal this month to Training, Maritime Ad­ those seamen who ministration, Department qualified during Opera­ of Transportation, 400 7th tion Desert Shield/Storm. Street SW, Washington, MarAd will mail the DC 20590. Mariners medals to merchant should submit with the remariners in the order in quest their complete which requests were name, "Z" card number, received. A spokesman rating, name of the vessel, for the Department of period of service, a copy of Transportation agency their discharge and an ad­ said several thousand re­ dress for ma^g purposes. quests arrived at the agency. They expect the mailing process to last through the early months of 1992. To be eligible to receive a medal, a seaman must have sailed after August 2, 1990 in the Persian Gulf, Red Sea, Gulf of Oman, Gulf of Aden and the portion of the Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees north latitude and west of 68 degrees east Ion- Mariners will begin receiving medals gitude. for Persian Gulf duty this month. I- �rrr.sM- SEAFARERS LOG 26 Lnndeberg School Graduates Eight Glasses Trainee Lifeboat Class 486—Graduating from trainee lifeboat class486 are (from left, kneeling) Kaynon Bragg Jr., John C. Soberal, Joseph James, Shawn Young, Steven Sanchez, Fitz Lazenby, (second row) Matthew Schilling Sr., Peter Largmann, Steve Fisher, Daniel Boutin, Luisiana Cundin, Cartez Norton, Alberto Beltran, Joe Ripley, Willie Smith, Michael Burmeister, Terry Ray, (third row) Scottie Roberts, Walt Mackley, Rusty Nelson, Bobby Joe Hurysz, Joe Mieluchowski, Jason Etnoyer, Joshua Lister, John Sanders and Ben Cusic (instructor). Trainee Lifeboat Class 487—Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat class 487 are (from left, kneeling) Jose Cordero, Jason Hockenberry, Rickie Zelaya, Billy Birmingham, Scott Mario, Justin Golub, Victor Espinosa, Robert Stanbach, (second row) Robert Hamilton II, Joseph Tillman, Courtney Stratton, Michael Ethridge, George Beavers, Wilbert Walker, Kroeger lobst, Christopher Towne,. (third row) Jake Karaczynski (instructor), Gregory Billiot, Byron Davis Jr., Reginald Abrams, Carroll Herron Jr., Adrian Scott, Alexander Schneider, Milton Israel and Scott Snodgrass. Advanced Fire Fighting—Completing the advanced fire fighting course on November 4 are (from left, kneeling) John Smith (instructor), Joseph Blanks Jr., Johnna Robinson, Brian Lowell, Don Smith, Carl Moor, Anthony Kondracki, (second row) vy.F. Payne, Nelsori Bailey, Joe Vera, Joseph Negron, Mark Tarter, Byrari Cummings (instructor), (third row) KHI^ Graham, Carl Sands, Rick Sinclair, Joel Miller, L.E. Wateon, Marshall Boice, R.R. Mellinger, (fourth row) Frank Jewell, H.T. Hinnant, Robert Walker, J.D.Sanchez, Jim Musker and Frank Tymczyszn. Celestial Navigation—^Seafarers completing the celestial navigation course on November 25 include (from left, front row) Michael Newingham, Rick Bamhart, (second row) Jim Brown (instructor), Leon Johnson, Patrick McCarthy, Johri Mossbarger, Jose Marrero andDon Biidenstine., • '"si' ' iv.--';' Upgraders Lifeboat—Certificates of training were received by the November 19 Class of upgraders. They are (from left, kneeling) Don Childs, Bertram Williams, Joy McGuinness, Anthony Zellars, Greg Voliva, Jim Willey, Instructor Jake Karac^nski, (second row) David Conway, Lee Cochrane III, Willie Midgette, Dale Watts, Tee Rayfield, Dave Vargo, Ralph O. Ramsey and John M. Card. VM . Limited License—Upgrading their deck department skills by taking the limited license dass are (from left) Casey Taylor (instmctor), Juan Sanchez, Robert Walker, HT Hiring and Carl Moor. Third Mate—Certificates of graduation from the 13-week third mate course were issued to (from left, front row) Anthony Kondracki, Joel Miller, Joe Vera, Mark Tarter. (second row) Marshall Boice, Loren Watson and Nelson Bailey. Also pictured is Instructor Ron Raykowskl. Radar Observer—Completing the training leading to a radar observer endor^ent are (dockwise, from lefJPeter ^dley, Marvin ^tes, Gus Blake, Patri^ ^Hiairo, Mi^el Newingham, l^mas^uglas Jr., S^atore Greco. J"" Brown (instrudor), Jose Marrero, John Demos, Rick Bamhart and John Mossbarger. • r- v,".. •' '. -o v.- , �"', • • lOiM'iywQ y-;:^-->',::- '':.^A'.}: JAHUAKYim ;-;^'^_.--,';:.y _- iimiiPmianMB SteurtHka tfie cuirent course schwiule for February-June 1992 at flie tJourse ;]Bk)sun Recertiff cation Steward Recertiffcation i''PCheck-In Date Completion Date May 4 • July 6 -SJunel' fMngCoum9S Checks Gdiarse Abie Seainaii .,i ^ Check-In Completfon Course Date Date Assistant Cook^ Cook and Baker, All open-ended (contact admissions Chief Cook, Chief Steward office for starting dates) Upon completion, all students will take a Sealift Familiarization class. Completion Date February 28 Hate March 16 May25^^^ &<:s< ^IngfkfursmP Ship Handling March 2 March 13 May 4 Maiy IS June 29 July 10 Radar Observer Unlimited March 16 March 20 May 18 May 22 ; Celestial Navigation February 10 March6 April 6 May 1 Third Mate May •* 4 ""•J Al August 14 Upon completion, the Sealifi Operations course must be taken. Tankerman Marchl6 April 18 ' B SaMjf Speclany Courses Check-In Compietibn Course • . Date Date Oil Spill Prevention & March 2 March 6 Containment (1 week) April 13 April 17 April 27 Mayl June22 June26 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Lifeboatman 1-^^, February 3 February 18 March 2 March 16 March 30 13 April 27 May 11 May 25 {June8 June 22 February 18 June 16 ^ Check-In Date Course February 14 February 28 March 13 March 27 AprillO April 24 May 8 May 22 June 12 June 19 July 2 February 28 June:^ (Suie) (Miildle) Deep Sea Member• (Z^Code) Month/Day/year Lakes Member• .Telephone _jL " ..t : 198ZMiMB^ieattonS^BiM» m^Uomng cou,^ are available through the Seafarers Hany Lundeberg (AtoiCode) Inland Watere Member• Pacific • ^^tml^ulv^en^^I^ PS ^ English as a Second Language (ESL) AU dj^-ended (conta^^ admfesions office for starting dates) :•• -awwiraeemr mO FULL 8-week OelMdQs March 16 May 11 May 8 July3 SrhSnSJifr y?"r chmc card and the front and back of your Lundeterg School identi^ation card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. VPSWI VESSEL HELD DATE OF DISCHARGE SHIPPED If the following information is not fiUed out completely, your application wiU not be processed. Social Security # Book # Seniority U.S. Citizen: •Yes • No SIGNATURE. .Department Home Port. I am interested in the following couisefs) checked below or indi­ cated here if not listed Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? If yes, which program: from to. • Ves DNO DECK • AB/Sealift Last grade of sch(X)l completed • Istaass Pilot Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? If yes, course(s) taken. CD Yes Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? If yes, how many weeks have you completed? DYes Q No DNO Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement? • YCS DNO Firefig^ting:• Yes DNO Date available for training Primary language spoken ^ DNO ' . • '. • ThiidMate D Radar ObserverUnlimited Q Master Inspected Towing Vessel O Towboat Operator Inland O Celestial Navigatkm O Simulator Course BXGINE CPR:nYes • G POWT Q QMED—Any Rating G Variable Spe^DC Drive _DATE D Marine Electrical Maintenance Q Pumproom Maintenance & Ope^on Q Refrigeration Systems Maintenance &Operation D Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel D Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor n Refrigerated Containers AdvatKed Maintemmce O Electro-Hydraulic Systems • Automatioa G Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician G G G G G STEWARD Assistant Cook Utili^ CookandBaker OiiefCook ChiefSleward Towboat Inland Cbok ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding G Lifeboatman (must be taken with anothercourse) G G G G G ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Adult Basic Education (ABE) High School Equivalency Pro{pam(G^) Develqrmental Studies (DVS) EngUshasaSecond Language (ESL) ABE/ESL Lifeboat PtiqMration COLLEGE PROGRAM G Associates in Arts D^tee G Certificate Programs Systems (MarineEleclronics) TrauipiHallainrUibepaldlaaccotdatawMhlfce piste thecause. V you haveauy qeewi^esmattyBT port agnrthslwedtpaHtiigfor Hty Holt —•ay RBn«NCOMIl£raDAIVLICATIONTaSe.fr«.H«,,Laodebe,,Up,»dS.,Ceo.er.P.O.B^ 20674 1/92 t-i •:.h^ sMI rcOPYofTachSi^ir'-^^^^^ Ln?r^f.n5 fnS the first page of your union book indicating your (Sbcet) (Qty) • discharges must be submitted showing . Date of Birth (Rnt) (Last) Address Complletiloii Date July 31 Fireman/Watertenderahd^l^ March 2 April 10 May 11 . juuexy June 19 All students must take the ^ Oil Spill ^Prevention and Containment class. r c. rc-r»f.»C//( UffU Pumproom Maintenance & Operations May 11 June 19 Marine Electrical Maintenance April 27 Jiine 19 Refrigeration Maint. & Operations May 11 June 19 Refrigerated Containers-^ March 2 April 10 Advanced Maintenance Jttne22 July 31 Marine Electronics---Techniclan I May 11 June 19 Mdiwe Electronics—-Technican II Februaiy 18 March 27 June 22 July 31 Basic Electronics April 13 May 8 Welding February 17 March 13 Hydraulics March 16 April 10 June 22 juiyx/ July 17 t^emUUHG APPLKAmN Name • vp-ki a. -P-TSI'#' �w SEAEiRERS Summary Plan Description for Seafarers Pension Plan f*; :£; •-' Alv :• K-.V'iiy/- .•-<• •• r ' , ' 1991 — How One Seafarer Sailed Through the Year I ^•'. Most Seafarers had a year of diversity in their shipping. A good example of the variety of assign­ ments available to an SIU member is captured in the 1991 activities of Brother Jack Chapin, a Fireman Oiler Watertender. Here, in his own words, is a chronology of Brother Chapin's 1991 shipping experience. ^1 5: f The year starts for Jack Chapin with an icy trip through the Soo Locks aboard the Indiana Harbor. V Page 24 January 1992 Volume 54, Number 1 Jan. 3—Duluth, Minn. Laying up the Indiana Harbor. Man, it's cold out there. Air temp is -3 degrees, wind chill is -48 degrees. Time to put on the freezer suit and get after it. I just want to get this thing laid up and then get out of here. Yeah, it'll be good to get back to Port Huron (Mich.). See if anything has happened since I've been gone. Jan. 4 — Leaving Duluth and heading for home. "Take it easy, see you later, have a good season if I don't see you and I enjoyed sailing with you." Well, I finally get everything wrapped up and I'm on my way. Jan. 12 — Trying to get shipped Crewmembers prepare for a helicopter lift from the deck of the USNS Antares in Gibraltar. out to the Persian Gulf. Not much luck up here in Algonac (Mich.). I guess it's like my daddy used to say: if you want to get something done, you got to do it yourself. New Orleans ought to be a good place to ship out. I'll head down there and see what's on the board. Feb. 8 — Waiting it out on the beach to get shipped out. It sure is nice to be able to mix business with pleasure. While trying to ship out of New Orleans, I'm able to spend time with my family in Florida. I enjoy the weather and am taking it easy. Patrolmen Wilbert (Wil­ liams) and Bob (Milan) tell me to have some patience because some­ thing will come along sooner or later. Meanwhile, I'm able to visit my parents and sisters, see friends and catch up on local news. Feb. 26 — Finally get shipped out to Gibraltar as a fireman on the USNS Antares. Feb. 28-- Arrived in Gibraltar and it's drizzling. The Antares is in the shipyard for repairs. I sure hope I don't spend all my time in a ship­ yard. I meet the crew and they seem like straight up guys. I also get the feeling everybody's pulling together so we can get underway. April 11 -- We're finally under­ way and steaming toward the Per­ sian Gulf to retum materiel to the United States. April 16-- Temperature in the engineroom is an average 130 to 150 degrees. First assistant engineer asked captain if he could lower gangway so members could go swimming to cool off. Red Sea temperature is about 90 degrees but felt good. April 24 -- Arrive Ad Damman, Saudi Arabia. Loaded trucks and helicopters for 101st and 82nd Airbome. Apri|28-- Pull out of Ad Damman to go to Dubai drydock to get steer­ ing checked out and get rid of a few gremlins in the engineroom. After two weeks, we are certified as ship­ shape and we get underway for Wilmington, N.C. May 25-- Arrive Wilmington and offloaded our cargo in about two days. May 28 -- I received my dis­ charge. Headed back to Florida to pick up my things and get back to the Lakes in order to get on another ship. June 22 — Good to be back home in Port Huron. Catch up on all the news and gossip since I've been gone. Went down to Algonac to register and put in for vacation. Things are slow compared to last year. Since the economy is down, the demand for bulk cargo is way down. Still I don't see much of a problem in getting out since I have Lakes seniority. Guess I'll have to sit and wait for something to show up on the board. July 11-- When I least expect it, a wiper's job on the Medusa Chal­ lenger comes in. Sure was nice to get that vacation check last week as my wallet was getting pretty thin. I'd been on the Medusa before (in 1988) so I knew what to expect. July 12-— I get to the ship with no problems and stow my gear. The Medusa Challenger is , an old steamship that came out of the 'yards in 1906. Some of the crew on board was here in 1988 and I catch up on how things have been since then. Henry Cole, the 4-8 oiler, is my roommate. All-in-all, this old cement carrier is a good ship. Aug. 24-- Medical emergency at home. Time to get off the Medusa. Talked with my fiancee. Deb, and she told me her son's diabetes was acting up something awful and the doctors are going to put him in the hospital. She's worried sick and doesn't think Cory'11 be coming home this time. I told her I'd get off when we come back to Charlevoix (Mich.) if my relief is there or in Detroit on the mailboat. Aug. 26—Get offon the mailboat. All my stuff is packed and said my see-you-laters. I sure hope Cory's doing okay. I watch the Medusa steam away. Aug. 28 -- Cory has been in the hospital for three days and they are finally starting to get him stabi­ lized. It was touch and go there for a while. Time to head down to Al­ gonac and see what's cooking on the board. Also I have to make sure everything is in order for the FOWT class at Piney Point in No­ vember. Chapln's shipmate, Oiler Henry Cole, Is pictured on the Medusa Challenger. Oct. 6 -- Catch a deckhand's job on the SS Crapo. I have to meet it in St. Joseph (Mich.) weather per­ mitting. Oct. 7 -- Because of rough weather, she's anchored off Mani­ towoc, Wis., so I must meet her in Muskegon, Mich, (on Oct. 9). Nov. 10 — I've gotten off the Crapo and am on my way to Piney Point to start classes. Nov. 12-- Arrive in Piney Point and meet my instructor, J. C. Weigman, an old salt who seems like he'll be a good teacher. Dec. 5 — I pass the Coast Guard generals with a 92. Now, it's time to buckle down for the firemanoiler's test on the 19th. I didn't realize how much information could be stuffed into the human head in so short a time. Dec. 19 — Everything goes with­ out a hitch except I'm waiting to catch a ship. I've said my see-youlaters, traded addresses and thanked J. C. for a good class. Help Locate This Missing Chiiti The National Center for Miss­ ing and Exploited Children has asked the membership of the SIU to help locate Christopher Alan Temple. The young man disappeared April 22, 1990 and is considered to be at risk as lost, injured or otherwise missing. Now 18 years old, Christopher Temple was last seen at approxi­ mately 9:00 p.m. at a recreational area in Bath, Mich, where he was camping with some friends. He wears contact lenses and was last seen wearing a black t-shirt with a rock group design on it, jeans and a faded jean jacket. At the time of his disappearance he was 5 ft. 7 in. tall with brown hair and hazel eyes. Anyone having information should contact The National Cen­ ter for Missing and Exploited Children at (800) 843-5678 or the Bath (Mich.) Police Department's Missing Persons Unit at (517) 641-4050. Christopher Alan Temple • " f.iyi � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource January 1992 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES SEAFARER’S SURGICAL SKILL SAVES SAILBOATER’S EYE SEAFARERS COMMENDED FOR RESCUE MEMBERS HAIL SUIT AGAINST ‘WORK TAX’ NATION REELS UNDER MOUNTING JOB LOSSES VICE PRESIDENT “RED” CAMPBELL RETIRES FROM V.P. POST 1991 BENEFITS CONFERENCES CONCLUDE IN ALGONAC VICE ADM. DONOVAN REJECTS STUDY’S PLAN FOR MSC’S FLEET SHIP GAMBLING BILL AWAITS ACTION BY RETURNING CONGRESS COAST MEMORIAL TO HONOR SEAMEN KILLED IN NAM WAR HOLIDAYS BRING OUT THE CULINARY SKILS IN SIU GALLEY PERSONNEL CREWMEMBERS PRAISE WORK OF SGT. KOCAK’S GALLEY GANG WALTER J. MCCARTHY CREWMEMBER AND WIFE MEET REGULARLY SIU LAKES VETERAN LITERSKY NAMED ‘OUTSTANDING MARINER’ DELTA QUEEN RECEIVES CONGRESSIONAL EXTENSION THROUGH 1999 4 COMPLETE STEWARD TRAINING ON BOARD ALTON BELL RIVERBOAT NEW UNION HALL OPENS IN ALTON MOUNTING JOB LOSSES ARE RESULT OF AILING ECONOMY UP AND DOWN ON THE DELTA, SIU KEEPS CARGO MOVING SAN FRANCISCO HALL HOSTS THANKSGIVING DAY FEAST ED LARKIN, EARLY UNION ACTIVIST, REMEMBERS SIU IN WILL FATHER AND SON ARE CLASSMATES IN FOWT COURSE SIX DECK DEPARTMENT MEMBERS GRADUATE SHIPHANDLING COURSE EXTRA NIGHT COURSES AVAILABLE FOR LUNDEBERG SCHOOL STUDENTS 1991 MARKED BY CONTINUED STRUGGLES TO PRESERVE SEAFARERS’ JOBS AND SECURITY SEAFARER RODRIGUEZ ADDS ‘BOOK SMARTS’ TO ‘STREET SMARTS’ COMMUNITY HONORS WOODROW REID NEW ORLEANS CONFERENCE EXEMPLIFIES BENEFIT SERIES 1991- HOW ONE SEAFARER SAILED THROUGH THE YEAR Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 01/01/1992 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 54, No. 1 1992 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/9fc82c768e0dfbdca73d87fac3422f1e.PDF 1f990d576e0bcc32e7b114032c1d8a01 PDF Text Text ^lS3IlSEp|ilSSiS5Si@!s|igiffiiEw^ Mr4::y^:y SE4miEEitS i'M: '. v-V?!'/; ,'V- -• i Volume 54, Number 2 • iktC .••'% •|f} Bush Speech Clouds Seaman Tax issue 'A •••"A vut SlU Continues its nght •f-' Congress Barraged with Protests from Seafarers li Pages J,: -- - ; I L"; ' i \'r. h&ilS ' I .•/- •> " i wm k- '/as ; ^ ^ jT ' ' - '4 & , » •k. i;'. Seafarers Prepare for 1992 Primary and General Elections A • • The president, one-third of the Senate and all of Congress are up for election first step is registering to vote, using Board of Elections forms brought aboard this year, ^1of whom m^e decisions on an almost daily basis that affect the by Port Agent Kermett Mangram (third from left) during a payoff. Pictured ^te of U.S. sfiipping and the job security of Seafarers. SlU members aboard here are Pedro Uboy, Jim Hockman, William Babbit, William Cooper, Benito the Sea-Land Integrity plan to make their voices heard on election day. The Santos and j^ngto Bae. Page 10. g7,"t i::'" •-•rfJ--• • 'I ?•' •},•' 'A-. •iW.- H. i's- • V-.-*: ' U' krA -yyyy''Ayyfyxem • • ^ :'l �?S'^f'''^W'!^'-->" •• •• |i||tev,^,; W0Kr'''^ SBAFARBtS LOG President's Report Trade Must Be a Two-Way Street ,«J- . • ^ "'•; '\. - ,4''^'':: iSy-H'#--'"V y'y • H"''' • III-. ... ".. y.---''- .V. '\ • •••J' •iJy' y-rp-"-''..- yy •' ' 4''?;S' '"w-y:: '4 •/ (i •.•..•.• -V • .; •'•V y.>::'-y -"•' •i -'. • • . :'4; '• ••I, \'i^y,':y-3f'::.;>,:'yt..;, •' (•' '. •• •-.•/'(••/'•• y"' •• -^-•4 •''^•:;:yft:: t ^ 15>- . • • :• •': Tal. • '• w Fresh on our minds are images of our nation's president in Japan beg­ ging for a tiny opening for U.S. goods in that country's trade policies. During the president's visit to Japan last month we woke up every morn­ ing to news reports citing the nation's trade deficit. It stands at over $100 billion today- -most of that in the area of manufactured goods. The president's trip to Japan should serve as a nation­ al warning that our trade po icy is in trouble. The management of trade between nations should not be reduced to the spectacle we witnessed last month. Trade is a vital part of the world economy and of every individual nation's economy. With the crumbling of the communist government in the Soviet Union, its Michael Sacco satellites and its transformation from an aggressor na­ tion to one focused on rebuilding itself in a democratic fashion, trade be­ comes the single most important aspect of American foreign policy. For those of us who earn our livelihoods by going to sea, we have al­ ways been aware of the significance of trade. Trade is the lifeblood of our industry. Talk to any seaman. The conversation will be about trade, except it will be presented in very personal terms. We remember the cargo on our ships and the various runs—household appliances to South America, coal to Europe, cars to the United States, construction equip­ ment to the Middle East, fruit from the Caribbean, monkeys from India, liquid fertilizer to Russia. Seafarers have a stake in world trade, both as participants in the U.S. shipping industry and as American citizens. We have a stake in having lots of world trade. But we recognize two important points. First, there must be cargo for both trips—outbound and inbound. Exports and Im­ ports. Second, trade must be conducted in the nation's interest. Trade should not result in lots of unemployed Americans and a few more rich American corporations. Proposed Mexico Agreement a Raw Deal Take for instance the discussions currently being conducted by the Bush administration on a proposed North American Free Trade Agree­ ment—a pact that in theory is aimed at increasing the flow of goods and services between Mexico, the United States and Canada. But this deal is not what trade should be about. First, it will drastically increase imports to the United States from Mexico without any evidence of a corresponding increase in the flow of U.S. exports to Mexico. As a forewarning, we can look to the "Maquiladora" program—a policy that allows American companies in parts of Mexico to produce goods for export to the United States that are not subject to certain tariffs. This program has increased imports to the U.S. as would the proposed trade deal which is structured along the Maquiladora lines. Second, the U.S./Mexico trade deal as laid out by the administration will be a disaster for American workers and for American communities. It will inevitably lead to job losses. There are some academics and economists, who are usually paid by governments or businesses, who dis­ pute this. But it doesn't take a genius to figure this one out. The mini­ mum wage for Mexican workers is 59 cents an hour. The work week for Mexican workers is 48 hours. As AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Thomas R. Donahue pointed out in testimony last year before the Senate Finance Committee: "Mexico's single comparative advantage is the poverty of its citizens and their willingness to work for subsistence wages. The skill, productivity and contributions of American workers become irrelevant in this context... No matter how productive, U.S. workers cannot compete with labor costs of less than $1.00 a day." Aside from wages, U.S. companies in Mexico enjoy the absence of many laws which exist in the United States to protect communities and citizens from environmental abuses and from industrial-related deaths and illnesses. The American companies located at Mexican border towns are allowed to pollute to their heart's content This lack of regulation has tragic consequences. It recently was reported in the Baltimore Sun (1/18/92) that pollution from American factories in Matamoros, Mexico was the most likely cause of a rare defect in infants bom in the Matamoros/Brownsville, Texas area. An unprecedented number of babies are being bom with open skulls and no brain tissue. U.S. Should Promote Exports For the past decade, under the Reagan and now Bush administrations, imports to the United States have been greatly encouraged by American govemment policy. The United States is now taking a disproportionate share of the world's manufactured imports—in steel, in textiles, in autos. The United States has a trade deficit with most of the industrialized na­ tions of the world. It is time for the United States to make trade a two way street once again. U.S. govemment policy must encourage a manufacturing capability and economy that will produce exports. The govemment has a vital role to play in trade negotiations. The role in such fomms is not to give away the store, as the Reagan/Bush administra­ tions have been inclined to do, but to establish mechanisms for a level playing field in the arena of world commerce. To encourage exports, U.S. policy must encourage investment at home and in new plants and equipment, tax loopholes that encourage American comp^es to invest abroad must be closed. Critical industries must be viewed in the context of the national interest and as such sup­ ported and developed through govemment policies. APL Lines, Sea- •Land Team Up To Bolster U.S.'-Flag Siiipping Two major American liner com­ panies are coordinating their ef­ forts to seek a U.S. govemment policy that will allow U.S.-flag ships to compete in the intemational shipping trade. American President Lines (APL), a west coast-based company with 23 containerships under the U.S. flag operating between North America and Asia, and Sea-Land, which operates more than 41 U.S.flag containerships serving 80 ports in 70 countries and territories around the world, have prepared a draft proposal urging that steps be taken quickly to encourage investment in the American fleet. SIU President Michael Sacco, in response to the news of the liner companies' initiative, said he was encouraged by the fact that the two largest U.S.-flag shipping com­ panies have put aside their dif­ ferences in order to launch an effort to revitalize American ship­ ping. In communicating with the two companies, both of which are signatories to collective bargaining agreements with the SIU, Sacco pledged the union's cooperation in seeking policies that will promote a U.S.-flag fleet. While the two companies have not issued a final formal proposal, among the possible mechanisms that can be instituted to support U.S. shipping are: accelerated depreciation for ships (a practice of most nations), a favorable invest- Families Are Welcome at the Seattle Hall Manuel Bases (right), a popular chief cook on the West Coast, recently brought his wife. Luce, and their new daughter, Samantha, to the Seattle hall before catching the Overseas Alaska, a West Coast tanker. Bases and his family live in Tacoma, Wash. Volume 54. Number 2 Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith; Assistant Editor, Daniel Duncan; Associate Editors, Jordan Biscardo, Max Hall; Associate Editoi/Production, Deborah Greene; Alt, Bill Brower. •.••..•• • •--• v'' •'. . I" % 1 .• i- '.-.ii:' .KM, r V-'-'.V'/ February 1992 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Aulh Way; Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSC Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. -zJir r^-tri-->tii--i.-sr.-' ~. ' •-• •y"' ment climate for putting money into ships, standardization of Coast Guard ship building regulations with world standards, making govemment procurement policies including those of the militarymore effective and streamlining methods for booking PL 480 and other aid cargoes. The carriers are looking towards tax policies which mirror those of other foreign countries that have adopted measures to assist their na­ tional fleets compete with flag-ofconvenience operations. In the area of manning, the ship­ ping companies are seeking programs to increase productivity and have suggested adopting pro­ cedures similar to those of Aeir international competition. Sacco noted that while the SIU could not agree with all aspects of the program, there was certainly enough in the APL/Sea-Land draft proposal which made the union's cooperation possible. In pointing to the need for new govemment policies, APL and Sea-Land note that the number of privately-owned freighters has fal­ len from 656 in 1957 to 171 today. These U.S.-flag vessels transport only 19 percent of American im­ ports and exports. Other nations carry a much greater share of their cargoes. South Korea, for ex­ ample, carries 54 percent of its commercial shipping on South Korean-flag ships. V 1;' yy"' �• ^' . '• V;.'' i ' '"-tf; fWRUARY1992 'Work Tax' Status Unclear in Bush Reg Review SIU Presses Fight Against Z-Card User Fee, Seamen Urge Action by Legislators The status of the Coast Guard's proposed work tax on seamen and boatmen is unclear as a result of a call by President George Bush for a 90-day moratorium on any new federal regulations Coast Guard had "no firm and a review of all existing guidance yet" on how to handle rules to determine if they pending and proposed regula­ hinder the ability of American companies to be competitive. The Seafarers International Union (SIU) has recommended to the Coast Guard that, in light of the regulatory review, the so-called user fees for the processing and issuance of merchant marine docu­ ments, licenses and certificates of registry be scrapped. The union, which has filed suit in Federal Dis­ trict Court to have the fees blocked on the basis that they are uncon­ stitutional, pointed out to the Coast Guard that the levy on seamen is exactly the kind of regulation that should be tossed out under the president's review. Review of Regulations In his state of the union address to the nation on January 27, the president said, "I have this evening asked major Cabinet departments and federal agencies to institute a 90-day moratorium on any new federal regulations that could hinder growth. In those 90 days, major departments and agencies will carry out a top-to-bottom review of all regulations, old and new, to stop the ones that will hurt growth and speed up the ones that will help growth." in its request to the Coast Guard that the user fee on docu­ ment proposal be withdrawn in the regulatory review process, the SIU pointed out that the "mer­ chant marine industry is strug­ gling in an increasingly difficult economic time to maintain a declining market share in the very competitive world transportation market. 'The assessments at issue in this case will adversely affect American workers and U.S.-flag vessel owners and operators ahke. The Coast Guard regulations at issue thus seem well suited for prompt rescision; job protection and creation certainly appear more important a goal than any marginal revenue enhancement possible through the Coast Guard's worker levy," the SIU statement . said. Impact on User Fee Unknown The Coast Guard, contacted by the Seafarers LOG the day follow­ ing the president's state of the union address, has not determined how the moratorium will impact on their proposed regulation which establishes a fee regime for the is­ suance of merchant marine docu­ ments, licenses and certificates of registry. A representative of the agency's Office for Regulations and Administrative Law said the THE PROPOSED WORKER TAX BcickcjiOLirid In the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990, Congress recinded a 1886 statute prohibiting the government from collecting fees forseamdn's licen­ ses and for the service of inspecting vessels. As part of a last-ditch effort to raise revenue for a deficit-ridden federal treasury, the Congress enacted a series of Coast Guard user fees, among which is a charge to seamen and fcioatmen for the issuance of merchant marine documents, licenses and certifi­ cates of regisby. The president signed flie bill into law in late 1990. tions. Meanwhile, the SIU continues to press its fight through the courts and in the halls of Congress to en­ sure that the punitive user fee scheme does not come to fruition. The SIU's court case asks that the plan to charge seamen and boat­ men z-cards, endorsements and marine licenses, first aiinounced by the Coast Guard in June 1991, be set aside. In its court brief, the union labels the scheme "a tax" and consequently charges it is un­ constitutional. The SIU cited the fact that the Coast Guard con­ sidered seamen's ability to pay in determining the fee schedule. The Coast Guard was then charged with developing a rulemaking on the user fees. On June 20,1991, the agen­ cy issued a notice of proposed rulemaking in the Federal Register, outlining its a fee regime and explain­ ing how those numbers had been cal­ culated. The agency established a comment period on the proposal which was open until August 5. During this comment period, the Coast Guard received more than 500 communica­ tions. The great majority of those strongly opposed the levy. The SIU case also notes that the Coast Guard fees cannot be ac­ curate and as such do not pass the Administrative Procedures Act. The SIU contends that the studies used by the agency to determine the fee regime are rife with gross inaccuracies and guess work. Congress As Congress has within its power the ability to amend existing laws, elected officials can repeal the seamen's work tax. Seafarers have been sending their elected representatives in both the House and the Senate petitions and etters outlining their strong opposition :6 the user fee for seamen's papers and marine licenses. SIU Members Send Petitions Seafarers around the country are writing their congressional rep­ resentatives and submitting com­ ments to the Coast Guard. Boatmen in the gulf collected hundreds of signatures on a cir­ culating petition. Great Lakes seamen drafted a letter to go to Congress and distributed it to the men and women on all the Lakers. As a result, individual seamen wrote letters to their congressmen. C6 tation fees and the user fees for seamen's documents and licenses. Additionally, the Coast Guard said par­ ties responding in the original com­ ment period had asked that time be extended to affford those mariners away from home a chance to submit their opinions. Any individual or organization wishing to send the Coast Guard comments should address them before February 18 to; Executive Secretary; Marine Safety Council (G-LRA-2/3406) (CGD 91-992): U.S. Coast Guard Head­ quarters; 2100 Second Street, SW; Washington, D.C. 20593-0001. Seafarers Law Suit In December, the SIU moved to block the fees through court action. The Seafarers' law suit charged that the so-called user fees for the issuance of marine documents and licenses was nothing more than a tax and as such was unconstitutional. The union also said the fees did not pass muster under federal guidelines because they were based on inaccurate and muddled in­ formation. The Coast Guard has not responded to the SIU's suit as yet. .m\j v.:L Fees Proposed The Coast Guard proposed fees which range from $135 to $330. They are as follows: Upper Level License . . . . , $330 Lower Level License. . . . . 180 Radio Officer. . . ..... . 80 Renewals or Endorsements 135 Merchant Marine Document To communicate with congress, ad­ Endorsed with Qualified dress letters to members of the House Rating . }y putting their name and Merchant Marine Document $135 "Washington, DC 20515. Letters tothe Without Qualified Rating . . 35 Senate should list the Senator's name Certificate of Registry and "Washington, DC 20510." Chief Purser, Purser, Senior Assistant Purser. , $80 Coast Guarrl Comment Period Certificate of Registry The Coast Guard has re-opened the Junior Assistant Purser, comment period on the proposed rule Doctor or Nurse 35 until February 18. The agency said the Duplicate or Replacement Fee $35 comment period had been extended in order to allow the industry to submit In addition, the Coast Guard is propos­ data on the cumulative effect of all the ing to tack on a $17 charge for an FBI rimii record check if the application user fees being slapped on the criminal is for an original license, certificate of maritime sector. These include agricul­ registry or document. tural inspection fees, vessel documen­ m : L., 4" • • Rethwes Baaene Expomm Final rules limiting seafarers' exposure to the dangerous chemi­ cal benzene went into effect January 15. The Coast Guard is seeking to afford mariners, many of whom handle products which contain benzene such as crude oil, gasoline and other kinds of petroleum products, the same level of protection and exposure limits the Occupational Safety and Heath Administration (OSHA) gives to land-based workers. Benzene is a known carcinogen and can cause death if inhaled in large quantities. These rules apply to all chemi­ cals and products containing as lit­ tle as 0.5 percent benzene, although OSHA standards apply to all liquids containing 0.1 percent or more benzene. Because of the high toxicity of this chemical, exposure limits are set at one part of benzene per million parts of air (1 ppm) averaged over an 8-houf period. The short term exposure limit, which cannot be repeated over four times a day, is 5 ppm averaged over a 15-minute period. Employees must wait at least an hour between such exposures. Coverage of these rules includes all inspected vessels including tank ships and barges which cany benzene and benzene-containing products in bulk. Not covered are terminals and uninspected vessels. However, temiinals, governed by Environmental Protection Agency rules, are required to have vapor removal systems. Further, the Coast Guard requires that ships in­ stall vapor-tight storage and spe­ cial transferring equipment without which terminals will not be allowed to load. Crowley Issuing Cards Many SlU-contracted com­ panies, such as Crowley Maritime, currently are developing or have had already in place guidelines set out to comply with these new Coast Guard rules. For example, Crowley is developing a card for its employees which will on one side provide proof that the employee has been fitted with all three of the different typies of respirators required for different exposure levels. On the other side will be space to fill in dates on which he or she received the requi­ site medical check-ups. Training in handling dangerous materials such as benzene, as well as the dangers it poses to health, is mandated by these new regula­ tions. Classes in such topics are offered at the Lundeberg School. Lundeberg School instructors have been qualified to conduct training on benzene handling under the OSHA rules. They now have in­ corporated the new Coast Guard rules in many of the existing cour­ ses. Under the regulation, employers are responsible for determining both compliance with all new rules, as well as ensuring the appropriate monitoring of ex­ posed workers occurs in order to determine the exposure levels for different jobs during routine opera­ tions. However, the rules state that "monitoring one vessel of a class is sufficient for all vessels of that class provided the procedures, equipment, work practices, cargo. Continued on page 8 r'r • �SEAFARBtS LOG MEBA Members Dissolve Merger; Become D1 -PCD ,. ?•' •'''•V,?"!'-,^' • :,• "'i V- v: ^jrvWr! Ifl-SSSH i"''"" '• , ;• . -. -.1. ..'I ''-i •' .. j ? . •'••i-' V . .- ,•'-;"•>"•'!/ • ' • ' The marine engineers that had been part of District No. 1 MEBA/NMU have voted to dis­ solve the 1988 merger that had relegated them to the status of a powerless "division" within their union. In special membership meet­ ings held around the country last month, by a vote of 823 to 46, the members of the former Licensed Division voted to undo the merger with the National Maritime Union (NMU) and to become District No. 1 - Pacific Coast District, Marine Engineers Beneficial Association (MEBA) once again. In the move to control their own destiny, the MEBA marine of­ ficers, through their union—Dis­ trict No. 1 - PCD, MEBA—are now running their own affairs, Gordon M. Ward, who had been elected by the marine officers to head their organization in balloting late last year, said in a communica­ tion to the rank-and-file concern­ ing the special meeting vote: "As a result of the action by the MEBA membership, the contracts and benefits will be administered by Dl-PCD. We will continue to operate the hiring halls, enforce and negotiate our collective bar­ gaining agreements with shipowners and other employers, and represent your interests on the Board of Trustees of the MEBA Benefits Plans." The MEBA members at the January 15 meetings set an atten­ dance record, giving an indication of how strongly the licensed ship­ board officers felt about the situa­ tion of their union. The members enacted a resolution which not only called for dissolution of the merger, but also established a referendum on the matter and called for election of officers to take place in the fall of this year. Seamen's Unions Add Support A declaration of support for the action came from the heads of five unions representing American merchant seamen. The statement noted: "Organized labor has sel­ dom witnessed more insidious ac­ tivities, maneuvers, designed to thwart the will of a membership than those perpetrated on the seagoing membership of the Licensed Division, under the guise of constitutional prerogative. Though the membership has spoken, officials defeated in an election refuse to relinquish the control denied them by a vote of the membership." The statement was signed by SIU President Michael Sacco, Sailors' Union of the Pacific Presi­ dent Gunnar Lundeberg, Marine Firemen's Union President Henry "Whitey" Disley, District 2 Marine Engineers Beneficial Association Associated Maritime Officers President Raymond T. McKay and International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots President Timothy A. Brown. (Sub­ sequently, the MM&P General Executive Board has adopted a position of neutrality.) The statement concluded: 'The members of the Licensed Division are good and honest union brothers. They are heirs to a long labor history and a tradition which impels them to act in defense of their rights. We agree with their decision and stand firmly with them in solidarity. We support the decision of the Licensed Division of District No. 1 to declare the 1988 merger invalid and return to their former status as District No. 1-PCD, MEBA." Fraudulent from Beginning In seeking the end of the merger, the resolution adopted by the MEBA membership at their January 15 special meetings pointed out that the results of the joining of the two organizations had been hidden from the rankand-file at the time of the referen­ dum vote on the creation of District No. 1 — MEBA/NMU. Addition­ ally, the resolution cited the widespread shenanigans of union officials in the 1988 merger referendum which were designed to ensure a positive outcome of the vote. For example, the resolution noted that numerous PCD, MEBA members who voted against the merger had their ballots changed by PCD, MEBA officials who marked them in favor of the merger. At the time of the merger referendum vote, PCD, MEBA members were not advised that their officials were taking $2 mil­ lion from the union's treasury and calling it "severance pay." "PCD, MEBA members were told that Ae MEBA and NMU pen­ sion funds would not be merged but shortly after the merger, PCD, MEBA officials acted to merge the pension funds," said the resolution. MEBA members also were not told that the structure of the union would be changed in such a way as to give shore-side workers control over the organization. And, the seagoing members were never advis^ that the rights and privileges they enjoyed in PCD, MEBA would be dismantled and overrun. A Year of Struggle The action taken by the MEBA membership to become PCD, MEBA again^ takes place after a year of struggle to gain control of their own affairs. In balloting for the top posts and convention delegates of the then Licensed Division within the merged union. District No. 1—^MEBA^MU, in late 1990, the rank-and-file voted in a slate of members running under the auspices of a group called Members Advocating Democracy (MAD). As a result, all of the officials aligned with incum­ bent president C.E. "Gene" DeFries were voted out of office. The rank-and-file engineers elected to head their division assumed office in early 1991. With Ward, a chief engineer who sailed with Puerto Rican Marine Management (PRMMl), heading the group, the new officers mov^ to secure the union trustees to the MEBA benefits plans. In February the courts upheld the right of the Ward group to appoint the trustees. Throughout the 1991, the parent structure of the Licensed Division—District No. 1— MEBA/NMU—took actions to take away the majority vote and the power the Licensed Division had within the union. The Ward group charged that the District unilateral­ ly established new divisions, new branches and made up new rules as it went along, reinterpreting the constitution to suit its own pur­ poses. The action by the membership on January 15 preceded a special convention scheduled for January 16 called by the District which the MEBA group believes had as its purpose adopting several amend­ ments to the constitution and resolutions designed to cement their hold over the licensed ship­ board officers, whose dues make up close to two-thirds of the union's income. After the conven­ tion, the District put the Licensed Division in trusteeship and fired all the officers. However, the position of the MEBA men is that the Licensed Division is not them— the action of the January 15 mem­ bership stands—and District No. 1 — PCD, MEBA will continue to operate. NMU Dissident Gets New Vote In this same time period, a federal district court judge in New York has ruled that a new merger referendum vote must be con­ ducted. The decision is a result of a suit filed by NMU dissident Al­ bert Jackson, who objected to the 1988 merger that created District No. 1 — MEBA/NMU on the basis that it put unlicensed seamen in a role of second-class citizens within their own union. (The merged organization's original constitu­ tion prevented NMU seamen from being able to hold either the president's or treasurer's job, and also allocated voting strength to dues received as opposed to mem­ bership.) The ballots to the new merger referendum are supposed to be mailed this month. Persian Gulf Redeployment Continues The redeployment of U.S. military equipment and ammunition used in the Persian Gulf War is continuing, with Ready Reserve Force (RRF) and conunercial chartered vessels being laid up steadily as more cargo comes home. As of the end of Janu^, the Milita^ Sealift Command (MSC), the military's sealift transportation agency, was using 19 RRF vessels and 14 U.S.-flag conunercial charters. Nearly all of the U.S. unit equipment has been brought back to the United States from Saudi Arabia. Roughly half of the armnunition sent to the Middle East for the battle against Iraq has been shipped back. Great Lakes Ships Lay Up The Great Lakes shipping season came to an erid last month, and all SlU-contracted vessels were docked by the first week of January. Hie Soo Locks closed in mid-January. The weather was unusually mild in 1991-92 on the Great Lakes, and there was no ice in the rivers until late January. Reports indicate the Great Lakes shipping companies were able to fill all their stockpiling orders. If the current weather trend continues, no problems are expected for fitout, which could start any time from mid-March to mid-April. Mild Weather Helps Mississippi Tow Fleet Mild weather with plenty of rain during the fall and early winter months is allowing pushboats to sail at full capacity along the Mississippi River. Many SlU-contracted tugs are supplying coal to the power plants. Because the Coast Guard rescinded its voluntary load restrictions, the upper Mississippi and Ohio River tugs are handling 15 barges, while those sailing south of the Moore's Landing, Mo. staging area are pushing to 40 barges. Coast Guard Proposes Vessel inspection Fees The Coast Guard is proposing to levy fees for the agency's inspecti^ procedures directed at foreign and U.S.-flag vessels. In a December If Federal Register notice, the agency said it was establishing a rule that woulc set fees for the issuance of vessel Certificates of Inspection, Certificates of Compliance and related documents. The agency is accepting comments on the proposal until February 18. Comments can be submitted to the Executive Secretary, Marine Safety Council (G-LRA-2/3406) (CG D 91-030); U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters; 2100 Second Street, SW; Washignton, DC 20593-0001. The proposed vessel documentation fees accompanied the Federal Register notice on an extension of the comment period on the agency's plan to charge for the issuance of marine licenses, merchant marine documents and cer­ tificates of registry. Fish Vessel Operators to Be Licensed The Congress received a Department of Transportation and U.S. Coast Guard proposal to require fishing vessel captains to be licensed. The Coast Guard Tecominended the plan after a two-year study on marine accidents involving fishing vessel. Congress had mandated the plan when it passed the Commercial Fishing Industry Vessel Safety Act. The agency proposal allows Coast Guard-certified private sector facilities to conduct the required training and to allow those institutions to certify that fish vessel operators who take their course comply with federal professional competency standards. .-ri- ' ji \ • �FEBRUARY 1992 Rover Rescues 22 from Sinking Korean Ship Chief Steward Ernest Harris of the MV Rover described the rescue of 22 Korean seamen in the South China Sea on November 23 as one of the "most interesting" in which he had participated. "I was in my room at my desk around 0900 when the captain knocked on the door and told me to make some extra food for lunch because a ship is sinking and we should be there around 1100 to res­ cue them," the 63-year-old steward recalled in an interview with the Seafarers LOG. The Rover, loaded with jet fuel under a Military Sealift Command charter, had received a distress call from the Hanjin Karachi, a Korean-flagged vessel which was sinking approximately 60 miles north of the Philippines. Within three hours, the Rover arrived at the rescue site and was joined by three other ships, including an SlU-crewed LNG vessel operated by Energy Transportation Corp, Harris said. Reports noted the sea had 15-foot swells, and winds were from the east at 25 to 30 knots. The Korean crewmembers al­ ready had boarded themselves as well as their gear in a lifeboat and raft tied near the gangway of the sinking vessel. "It wasn't even list­ ing or leaning," Harris remem­ bered. "It was going down level." Half of the Hanjin Karachi crew came over in the lifeboat. How­ ever, the rudder of the lifeboat broke and none of the Koreans knew how to rig a sweep oar. Bosun Doyle Ellette and Chief Mate Sean Kearney manned the lifeboat, rigged a sweep oar as a Inset shows exact location of rescue of 22 Korean seamen by SlU-crewed Rover. Shipmates Recall SIU Member Killed Aboard Transglebe In 'Nam ;"'''V/- V;vV-;'; - •* V-i f '1 i' SMii With the drive launched by the Marine Firemen's Union (an SIUNA affiliate) to build a memorial to native California mer­ chant mariners who lost their lives sailing in Vietnam comes word of another SIU member who died as a civilian in combat. Ernest Goo was a 13-year veteran of the deck department when a Viet Cong rocket exploded in his fo'c'sle abo^d the Transglobe on August 30,1968. Brother Goo, 39, died almost immediately. George Boomgaard, who sailed as the first engineer on the Transglobe, read about the Califor­ nia memorial in last month's Seafarers LOG. He called the LOG to ask if anyone was aware that aboard his vessel a union member had been killed in action in Vietnam. Boomgaard, now sailing as the chief engineer aboard the Cove Liberty, recalled a deck depart­ ment member losing his life when an armor-piercing shell exploded in the crew's quarters aboard the Hudson Waterways vessel. The LOG was able to locate and contact the captain of the Transglobe, Leon Jean, who recounted the events of August 30, 1968 aboard the converted C-4 vessel. The Transglobe was on its regular shuttle run between Okinawa and Saigon, ^e rollon/roll-off ship was sailing in the Long Tau shipping channel 14 miles south of Saigon when it came under attack. "Goojust had finished his watch rudder and returned to the sinking freighter to rescue the remaining I I. As the remainder were loading themselves into the lifeboat, the Hanjin Karachi began drifting toward the Rover. AB Gavino Oc^ tavio witnessed Ellette and Kear- (4 to 8)," Jean told the LOG. "He was in his room washing for break­ fast when a rocket came through the hull and exploded in his room. "It scared the hell out of me. I ran aft and found his room loaded with blood. I remember calling the Navy and saying we were under attack. "We wrapped him up and tried to get the ramp down for the helicopter to land. It only took a couple of minutes (for the chopper to arrive) but it seemed like hours. He was DOA (dead on arrival) when they got him to Saigon." Both Jean and Boomgaard said Goo was a hard worker and wellliked by his fellow crewmembers. "You don't forget about somebody like this," Jean said of the deck dep^ment member more than 23 years after the attack. Goo joined the SIU in April 1955 in the port of San Francisco. According to his obituary in the October 25, 1968 edition of the LOG, he was buried in a military cemetery in his native Honolulu. Shortly before word reached the union of Goo'sdeath, the LOG had published a story in its September 27, 1968 issue about the Trans­ globe coming under attack. The story reported a warning from the Military Sea Transportation Ser­ vice (Ae forerunner of today's Military Sealift Command) that the Viet Cong was employing "more effective weapons ... in die hope of disrupting the prompt flow of vital supplies." ney maneuver the lifeboat while the Rover shifted to keep a greater disaster from happening. "The men in the lifeboat could have been killed if the ships had collided," Octavio told the MSC's Sealift journal. Harris noted the rescue took lit­ tle more than an hour. With all 22 Koreans safely on board, the Rover set sail for its original destination of Okinawa. "All of them were happy to be on board," said the galley gang member who joined the SIU in 1951. "They said they had sprung a leak in the engineroom around 0200 and couldn't stop it. I remem­ ber looking back as we sailed away and saw the ship still was afloat." In a letter reporting the incident to Rover's operators, Vulcan Car­ riers, Master Dimitrios Katsogiannos offered special commendations for both Ellette and Kearney. The crew of the Rover received a message of thanks from K.H. Lee, senior vice president of Han­ jin Shipping, "I would like to tender my heartfiil thanks to you and all your crewmembers for your successful rescue operation on our vessel... in distress in spite of bad weather and hard situation. With your considerate care and hospitality, our 22 crew(members) could arrive at their home safely." .'•'J/"' <" • .•vt:';.- :l. ' Let Them Eat Lobster •- -;y > :•••• 'V'-'i Jim Robinson, chief cook aboard the SlU-contracted Nosac Ranger, recently senred these two New England lobsters to the ship's crew for dinner. Robinson is from Louisiana and specializes in creole-style cuisine. -- \ • V ... J �SEOFMBISLOG i;:ff jf7'':/;-^ '-V. • -•'.^1" J" '' -i ' ''V'v- ;4;>- '' '• U.S. Ship Gambling Biii Awaits Pres Signature A bill that allows gambling to take place on U.S.-flag passenger ships now awaits approval by President Bush. The House of Representatives on January 28 gave unanimous consent (passage without a hear­ ing) to a bill which would allow gaming activites aboard U.S. ships. Already passed by the Senate, the bill, H.R. 3866, now goes to President Bush. Barring an unforeseen veto, the bill could be­ come law within a few weeks. H.R. 3866 was one of three separate pieces of legislation wluch included the gambling lan­ guage. Passage and enactment of any of those three (including the crime bill and the original gambUng bill, H.R. 3282) would legalize shipboard gambling on U.S.-flag cruise ships. If President Bush signs H.R. 3866 in the up­ coming weeks, then legalized gambling on U.S.-passenger ships will become law. The gambling legislation has the strong support of the SIU and others in the U.S.-flag shipping in­ dustry because, if enacted, the measure could provide sufficient incentive for investment in American-flag passenger ships. This would lead to thousands of new American jobs. Currently, two federal laws (the Johnson Act and the Gambling Ship Act) prevent U.S.-flag cruise vessels from offering gambling. Foreign-flag ships are not subject to the same restrictions, even though most sail from U.S. ports. More than 85 percent of all cruise passengers worldwide are Americans, but only two of the more than 120 deep-draft cruise ships in the world fly the U.S. flag (the SlU-crewed Independence and Constitution). ;fiS 'If ':;iS:®as ''' .,„ .--, V- --\^'t'h\ i :• Bill Rights a Wrong Keeping scabs employed after a strike ends is a phenomenon which began in the 1980s. The loophole allowing employers to permanent­ which offered gambling on the high seas were little more than casino barges operated to evade state anti-gambling laws. H.R. 3866 passed the House and was amended by the Senate before the December adjournment. Labor Panel Prolesis GATT Treaty Changes The U.S.rflag merchant marine would be harmed by the proposed revision of the Generalized Agree­ ment on Tariffs and Trade (GATT), the AFL-CIO said January 22 in its response to the compromise document being cir­ culated by Arthur Dunkel, the head of the world trade talks. The docu­ ment seeks to build a consensus to revive the world trade negotiations after they broke down close to a year ago over the issue of farm , subsidies. The AFL-CIO, speaking on be­ half of a labor advisory group on trade, also said the proposed revisions would undermine U.S. environmental regulations, limit the ability of U.S. lawmakers to promote economic growth and place U.S. industry and workers at a competitive disadvantage. In a letter to U.S. Trade Repre­ sentative Carla Hills, AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Thomas R. Donahue urged U.S. rejection of the proposal, drafted by Dunkel, be­ cause it would "result in layoffs, in­ creased unemployment, a further weakening of this courttry's in­ dustrial base, and a serious loss of Senate to Take Up Anti-Scab Bill Legislation which would make it illegal for employers to fire strik­ ing workers and then permanently replace them with scabs is ex­ pected to be considered by the Senate this spring. The Workplace Fairness Bill last July was passed by the House of Representatives by a 65-vote margin. However, the battle for enactment in the Senate will be difficult. The legislation has 36 Senate cosponsors; 60 are needed to prevent a filibuster, and 68 are required to override the expected veto from President Bush. The anti-scab bill was intro­ duced by Senator Howard Metzenbaum (D-Ohio). It would close a loophole which allows employers to hire permanent replacements— scabs—who have crossed a picket line to assume jobs of striking employees. The measure also would bar employers from offering preferen­ tial treatment and benefits to strik­ ing workers who cross the picket line and return to work. However, the bill would not change current practice which allows employers to use temporary workers as well as managers and supervisory per­ sonnel during a strike. This problem exists largely be­ cause the Gambling Ship Act and the Johnson Act were enacted when transportation was the primary service of passenger ships. The concept of the cruise ship had not yet been developed, and ships ly replace striking workers was created by a 1938 Supreme Court decision known as the Mackay Radio ruling, but few businesses used the tactic until the decade of the Reagan administration, Workplace Fairness legislation would prevent situations such as those at Eastern Air Lines, Greyhound and the New York Daily News. Greyhound replaced 9,000 union bus drivers with 6,000 scabs (and watched its accident rate increase sharply); Eastern locked out its employees and hired scabs before folding; and the Chicago Tribune Company, owners of the Daily News, spent $24 million to force a strike and then hired scabs before selling the paper to a pro-union owner. The U.S. is virtually alone among world powers when it comes to the issue of hiring scabs. Canada, for example, adopted the National Labor Relations Act as a model for its labor laws but rejected the Mackay rule as inconsistent with free collective bargaining. Major economic competitors in­ cluding Japan, France and Ger­ many also categorically prohibit the dismissal of striking workers. Employers in these nations recog­ nize the importance of investing in human resources and have no desire to rid themselves of the skilled and loyal workforces they have assembled. the ability of the Congress and state legislatures to regulate economic activity. "You have frequently stated that no agreement is better than a bad agreement, and we agree. The Dunkel draft is a bad agreement, and it is difficult to conceive of an outcome based upon this text that will be beneficid to the United States.... 'The Dunkel draft final act rep­ resents the realization of our worst fears. Little of value has been achieved, while U.S. sacrifices loom large. . . . The ability of the government to defend the interests of U.S. workers and industry will be dramatically weakened if the Dunkel text is adopted." Donahue also pointed out that the text "does not authorize trade unions to bring cases and, indeed, it appears to exclude them from so doing The committee is espe­ cially disturbed by the absence of any specific prohibition of the use of temporary entrants as strikebre^ers.... Donahue said the labor move­ ment "believes that the surest way to achieve greater discipline over unfair trade practices is to maintain strong U.S. trade remedy laws. The draft text weakens U.S. law, doesn't even promise greater dis­ cipline, and should be rejected." AFL-CIO Attacks Bush Agenda The AFL-CIO expressed strong opposition with the economic proposals President Bush listed in his state of the union address. In a news release, the AFL-CIO said Bush "has disappointed the country once again. After months of telling the suffering jobless to wait patiently for his address. President Bush has unveiled another version of the same old formula of tax cuts for the wellheeled." From 1977 to 1992, the weal­ thiest one percent of America ex­ perienced a staggering average wage increase of 136 percent. Overall, the wealthiest 10 percent gained at least 11 percent during those years. Conversely, the lowest 60 per­ cent experienced marked drops in average family income, some as much as 13 percent. Meanwhile, the AFL-CIO pointed out the numerous flaws and omissions in Bush's an­ nouncement. First, the capital gains cuts, real estate tax breaks and investment tax credit Bush seeks will not provide immediate relief for the unemployed, nor will any of these measures provide needed investment in America's in­ frastructure, education and future. Even Bush's so-called "middleclass tax cuts" provide their greatest benefits to wealthier Americans, charged the Federation. At a time when 16 million Americans are totally or partially out of work and thousands more are being laid off, the time for fiddling with the tax code has long since passed. The AFI^CIO urges imme­ diate development of a program to create jobs by funding desperately needed public works projects and helping state and local governments restore essential services. Moreover, the president gave no indication of moving toward a com­ prehensive solution to America's health care crisis. "Finally, any economic recovery program should include a recognition that current trade policies are exporting America's jobs and industrial base," the AFLCIO said in its statement. "If the president's goal is to generate con­ sumer spending, what good does it do if that spending is not for domestic goods and services that put Americans to work?" The rich get richer... Percent change in average family income before and after faxes - 19n to 1992 (in constant doiiats) 140% -+136%- LOW 20% 2nd 20% $8,130 $20,090 MM 20% $31,970 Family income gnups and average 1902 incomes SOURCE: Citizens for Tax Justice . •; ' ' *• '• 'i' - �J'jJgS -• '• ••'' • d:,. • ^ - • 'ir- • • i - r i.R 'i; •'--dV- d liSS d--ddti: "'•d..W.•djajf'd-''d •-./d-' I*. FEBRUAItr 1992 . ,i r. Ex-Soviet Shipping Companies Taken Over by Repubiics ]. .' rV'. With a Soviet registry a thing of the past, the commercial ships once flying the Soviet flag on their stems are now outfitted with the baimers of Russia, Ukraine, Geor­ gia or the three independent na­ tions of Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia. The December 21 action of 11 former Soviet republics estab­ lishing the Commonwealth of In­ dependent States has thrown what was once a mighty fleet controlled by a strong-centralized govern­ ment into many fragments. But the process of re-organization actually began in the late 1980s, under Soviet President Gorbachev's economic policies that encouraged limited-privatiza­ tion. After the coup in August, which weakened the Soviet government and strengthened the hand of the republics, maritime in­ dustry reforms were adopted by 14 Soviet republics and the Soviet merchant marine ministry's con­ trol was being dismantled. During the fall of last year, the republics began to make moves to control the shipping fleets based in their areas. liie independence of the Baltic states and the break-up of the Soviet Union has the new nations scram­ bling at an even faster pace to as­ sume control of the various shipping companies that once made up the Soviet merchant marine. So far, Russia is the republic with the largest fleet. The Journal of Commerce reports (December 27,1991) that nine ex-Soviet ship­ ping companies are now register­ ing their ships with the state of Russia, in its newly-formed minis­ try of transport. The Journal of Commerce article listed the fol­ lowing nine shipping companies that are now supervised by the Russian Ministry of Transport: Baltic Shipping, Northern Ship­ ping, Murmansk Shipping, Novorossisk Shipping, Far East Shipping, Arctic Shipping, Kam­ chatka Shipping, Primorsk Ship­ ping and Sakhalin Shipping. Black Sea Shipping Co. (Blasco)—which has a 260-ship fleet. including passenger ships, tankers, bulk carriers and container shipsis now in the hands of the Ukraine government. Sovcomflot, once a leading Soviet ship owner, operator and charterer, has transferred its entire fleet to the Cyprus flag. Sovfracht, the chartering company and general agent for the ex-Soviet fleet, is about to become a private stock-holding company. The government of Lithuania has assumed ownership of 90 per­ cent of Lithuanian Shipping Co., a bulk and general cargo carrier. Status of Fleet Many questions remain as to the future of what was once the Soviet fleet. Before the break-up, it had been reported in the Soviet press that more than $180 million worth of debt to foreign companies had been racked up by Soviet shipping companies. Additionally, the age of many of the country's ships was quite high—^with some 50 percent of the Japan, Turkey, Poland, Yugos­ lavia, Romania and other countries. The Bank of the USSR and the Soviet merchant marine ministry had guaranteed more than Number in Fieet Type of Ship Tankers Oil/Chemical Tankers Chemical Tankers LNG Carriers General Tankers Ore-Bulk-Oil Ore-Bulk General Cargo/Single Deck General Cargo/Multi-Deck General Cargo/Passenger Container (specialized) Fish Processing Fishing Passenger Ferries Supply Vessels Tugboats ^1 Dredges Ice Breakers Research General TOTAL ' DWT 356 2 4 8 6 59 169 867 630 59 69 600 2,763 272 137 634 72 38 287 1,102 5,920,851 45,230 21,572 189,520 20,597 1,728,890 4,933,714 3,305,156 6,216,148 89,833 980,119 2,655,539 2,047,843 81,324 116,456 106,783 107,587 117,587 234,565 934,891 8,134 29,854,572 hands of Russia, now a recognized country in and of its own right. It is hoped that in the near future, as matters begin to sort themselves out and governments get organized in the various former Soviet Administration's Budget Caiis For $1.2 Biiiion for Seaiift r;m' •i.. :•'!-•.• According to a story published in the Joum^ of Commerce, Presi­ dent Bush's 1992 budget proposal calls for an additional $1.2 billion dollars for seaiift capacity. With previously allocated monies, this would bring the total seaiift fund­ ing available for buying or build­ ing ships to over $3 billion. Most pressing of the military's needs it is thought are more fast seaiift ships, roll-on, roll-off ves­ sels and more pre-positioning ships. The fast seaiift ships per­ formed well during Desert Shield/Desert Storm, as did the pre-positioned ships, but the military exercise demonstrated a serious lack of RO-RO vessels under the U.S. flag. Most Ro-Ros chartered by the Military Seaiift Conunand, the agency within the armed forces responsible for the waterborne transit of military materiel, were operated under foreign flags. This budget reflects a change in thinking on military matters as these increases in sedift spending accompany cuts in other military items of around 25 percent. Most of these savings are coming from stoppage of big ticket weapon sys­ tems, such as the B-2 Bomber. Apparendy, the Bush administration's new nulitary philosophy relies on quick response provided by the fast ships and prepositioned vessels. In other maritime related items, the President has asked for no funding for the loan guarantee pro­ gram for conunercial vessel con­ struction. Overall, however, the Maritime Administration will receive a slight increase in its budget to $518 million, most of which is slated for Ready Reserve Fleet maintenance and operating subsidies. The Coast Guard is scheduled under the proposal to receive $414 million, out of a total budget of $3.77 billion, for capital improvements to ships, buildings, and aircraft. The President's budget is now being considered by Congress which can accept or reject any parts of the plan that they choose. It is unclear at the present how the maritime proposals will fare, al­ though it is expected that the big­ gest fights Congress will wage are over other mhtters such as health care insurance programs, the captial gains tax and other tax-spend­ ing matters. 'J- SOURCE: ARGO (a Greek magazine); November 1991. fleet over 15 years old. As of November of last year, the Greek magazine ARGO reported that 132 ships at a cost of $4 billion had been ordered by Soviet shipping companies. The shipbuilding agreements were held with yards in Spain, Portugal, South Korea, $600 million. Shipping industry sources es­ timate it will take some time to sort out the role of the republics and their shipping companies. Among the issues is the degree of govern­ ment ownership and the status of shipbuilding agreements and debt. In US/USSR Ship Pact, Substance May Stay, Parttes May Change The dismantling of the Soviet Union into a commonwealth of independent states leaves the bilateral maritime agreement signed by the United States and that former nation in 1990 in the i Composition of the Soviet-Registered Fieet Asof June 26,1991 republics which are all now inde­ pendent states, a new bilateral agreement will be discussed with Russia and Ukraine. Most U.S. government sources believe, however, that the content of the current agreement will not be altered dramatically. It is ex­ pected that there will have to be changes in the port lists designated in the pact, which originally sought to open 42 Soviet ports to American shipping. Since their in­ dependence from the Soviet Union, the ports of Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia have not been considered "Soviet ports." The Baltic states and the republics of Russia, Ukraine and Georgia now con­ trol what was once the Soviet mer­ chant marine. The majority of the 42 ports in the agreement are in the states of Russia, the Ukraine and Georgia. However, the ports of primary con­ cern to U.S. shipping are those of Ukraine and Russia. The former Soviet Ministry of the Merchant Marine and Transport Ministry are now in Rus­ sian hands. In Ukraine, a Ministry of Transport is being formed. The U.S./USSR bilateral maritime agreement was negotiated in the first half of the year in 1990. In addition to open­ ing 42 Soviet ports to Americanflag ships, it established 42 ports in the United States in which Soviet ships could call. Since the original agreement was signed, an addi­ tional seven ports were added to each list. The agreement also established a two-day arrival notice for Soviet ships arriving at American ports and allowed the Soviets to engage in trade between the United States and third nations, commonly known as "cross trades." Ex-Soviet republics established the Commonwealth of Inde­ pendent States on December 21. The commonwealth replaced the Soviet Union. Within the com­ monwealth, the states have all the rights of republics and can operate as independent nations. The Washington Post (12/22/91) reported that a draft agreement between the republics suggests a structure that "en­ visages a conference of heads of state and government as the main political institution of the com­ monwealth. . ." The newspaper said ministerial-level committees have been set up to coordinate ac­ tivity in the areas of transportation, defense, econornics, foreign af­ fairs and social security. ; X;- ;• :• : •• A:-:'".? '•u'",: . I • ail .vf ' •: "a. - 'vr-.."* �SEAFARBIS LOG 8 Coast GuanI Sets Benzene StamlanI GK'Maitimrs V:,:i-!^i„;:v-<:;:-:- •• ."• '•^' ••:,• •' ' . '. • ' - .• " '< . .-••i r-; ;;:''"-'v.-v ' ;•: " A••(••.-- "•..i:A -V ^ ."i;. Continued from page 3 and control equipment are substan­ tially the same." Responsibility for ensuring compliance with safe practices by all employees and others carrying out benzene-related activities falls to the "Person in Charge" (PIC) of the operation. SpeciHcally cited as "operations involving benzene" are: cargo transfer operations in­ volving connecting or disconnect­ ing liquid or vapor hoses; cargo tank gauging or sampling, and cargo tank venting, cleaning and gas freeing. Lives Saved by Rule The Coast Guard claims this rule is "expected to result in a 90 jercent lowering of the number of eukemia deaths associated with the inhalation of benzene vapors." It is the vapors formed by this in­ dustrial chemical which are most harmful, although the liquid also causes irritation to skin and eyes which should be rinsed thoroughly with water after contact. Besides leukemia, benzene can cause bone marrow disorders, bronchiopneumonia and a host of central nervous system disorders. Although a colorless liquid, ben­ zene has a distinctive odor which should alert workers to its presence. The vapor, in higher con­ centrations, will cause irritations to the eyes, cause headaches, nausea, and, in the worst cases, convul­ sions, unconsciousness and even paralysis. Benzene is also extreme­ ly flammable and explosive. The new regulations state employers "must provide, and the employees must submit to, [a] medical surveillance examina­ tion." Companies are required to schedule these examinations for all workers who were exposed to more than 10 parts per million of air (ppm) of benzene, as a timeweighted average (TWA), for at least 30 days in 1991 before Oc­ tober 17, or those who can reasonably be expected to be ex­ posed to 1 ppm as a TWA for 8 hours on at least 10 days, or 0.5 ppm for an 8 hour period TWA for at least 30 days, this year. Exams Due by June 16 This first examination must be completed by June 16, 1992 and the licensed physician must then provide both the employer and employee with a written evaluation of &e results. These results will include all medical conditions, if any, which the examining physician believes would subject the employee to a "greater than normal risk" of harm if exposed to benzene again. Physicians also may suggest Military's PacHIc neat Te Mere RepaB Center Military Sealift CommandPacific Fleet vessels will begin using a Navy logistics and repair support center in Singapore, pos­ sibly within the next few months, as the United States continued its withdrawal from the Subic Bay Naval Station. Logistics Support Force. Navy workers there will process the supply and repair requests from ships in the west Pacific and In­ dian oceans and facilitate opera­ tions for Navy and MSC supply ships and oilers to get supplies to the fleet. The MSC Pacific Fleet is crewed by members of the Seafarers Government Services Division. In discussions with LOG reporters, these seamen expressed mixed emotions about leaving the Philippines. "It is hard to not come back to a place we've been calling on for years," said one mariner. Meanwhile, the pullout from Subic Bay (50 miles west of Manila) should be more than half complete by the end of June. The closing of Subic Bay and the other U.S. military base in the Philippines—Clark Air Force Base—comes about as a result of a vote in that country's senate. The 23-member senate defeated the extension of the U.S. lease for the bases by a 12-11 margin on September 16. The administration of President Corazon Aquino, which had negotiated the lease agreement extension, sought an override of the vote; however, Aquino fell five votes short of the two-thirds majority needed. "But we have heard good things about Singapore," said another. Transfer of militaiy personnel from Subic Bay to Singapore could begin by spring. The Subic station must be vacat^ by December 31 of this year, since the U.S. and Philippine governments could not agree on an extension to lease the base. The Singapore shipyard can dry-dock any U.S. warship except aircraft carriers. Previously it was home port and repair base for Britain's Pacific Fleet (until 1971). However, only a small percent­ age of personnel from Subic Bay will transfer to Singapore. The Sin­ gapore facility is not as complex as die old base, which had been East Asia's largest U.S. military facility. The Singapore facility is offi­ cially known as the 7th Fleet The Subic Bay base had been worth $203 million a year in lease payments, and it generated ap­ proximately $344 million in an­ nual payroll for 37,000 Filipino workers. The Philippine bases have been dogged with trouble for the past year. In 1991, Clark Air Base was hit particularly hard by the June 9 volcanic eruption of Mt. Pinatubo. Ships dock^ at Subic Bay were dumped with tons of volcanic ash as a reuslt of the eruption. limitations on future exposure to benzene or use of respirators or other personal protective clothing. The new rules focus on what are called "performance standards" or measures which can be undertaken by individuals, as opposed to en­ gineering standards which involve sometimes expensive mechanical installations such as vapor removal systems. This means that all maritime workers who work in designated hazardous zones, marked by signs and other warning devices, must wear companyprovided respirators and other protective clothing such as rubber gloves and boots. The Coast Guard guidelines for­ bid persons who have to be fit with respirators from having facial hair (which would impede a proper fit of the protective gear). This may include beards, sideburns and goatees. Persons with glasses or contact lenses might also have to make adjustments. Soft or gas-per­ meable contact lenses are not al­ lowed to be worn under full-face respirators. These Coast Guard rules cover all workers on inspected vessels, as well as any non-employees, such as longshoremen, involved in ben­ zene operations aboard ships. Asst. VP G. Ripoll Retires George M. Ripoll has retired after 37 years of service to the Seafarers International Union. Ripoll, 58, joined the Seafarers after serving as a ranger in the Korean Conflict. He received several Bronze and Silver Stars for his service in the Army. After joining the union in 1955 in the port of New York, Ripoll sailed in the deck and engine depart­ ments. He returned to New York in 1961 where George Ripoll at MTD Convention last year in Detroit. became the trainer at the Andrew Furuseth School. Appointed a headquarters rep­ He taught boxing, karate and other resentative in 1978, Ripoll moved self-defense courses. to Jacksonville, Fla. in 1983. He Ripoll holds a sixth-degree became an assistant vice president black belt in karate, was the 1961 of the government services world jujitsu champion and earned division in 1988. a gold medal in international com­ While in Jacksonville, Ripoll petition against the Soviet team in was involved with many local and 1965. civic organizations, including While in New York, he earned Mayor J^e Godbold's economic his GED, attended Staten Island council. College and later received his Throughout his years of seryice bachelor's degree at what is now to the union, Ripoll was involved St. John's University. in many of its organizing drives. Ripoll taught boxing and other self-defense courses at the Furuseth School in 1961. �. ''f/" FEBmumi992 Philadelphia Exhibit Honors WWII Morchant Mariners -'-'I- Merchant mariners who served during World War II are remem­ bered in a small but stirring exhibit in Philadelphia. 'The Forgotten The exhibit opened December 7, coin­ ciding with the 50th anniversary of America's entry into WWII. War: A History of the U.S. Mer­ chant Marine During World War II" opened December 7 at the Na­ tional Archives Mid-Atlantic Region and will be displayed until December 1992. The opening coincided with the 50th anniver­ sary of America's entry into the war. Unappreciated for decades, WWII merchant mariners finally are receiving overdue rights and recognition. Four years ago, those mariners officially became veterans—although the status exhibit, it evoked certain not-sopleasant memories. In 1945, his last year as a Seafarer, "We came under attack by three Japanese submarines," Sweeney recalled. "They were chasing us and we went right up on the beach, 20 feet into the sand. We were pulled out the next day... It seems like it all happened just yesterday." Pensioner Henry McCuUough, a galley gang member for 40 years, described the Archives layout as "compact but well set up. It's very informative." "I liked what I saw, but it was kind of short," added Joseph Bidzilya, a deck gang member who retired in May. "You know, even today most people don't know what the merchant marine is." Reminders of WWH 'The Forgotten War" begins with a 1940 Philco radio apparent­ ly blaring orders and conversations which might have been heard on any merchant vessel. To the left are recruiting posters and ships' blueprints. To the right are mariners' medals, 50-year-old photographs and wartime newspapers. In fact, use of the space has been maximized. The spread includes logbooks, signal flags, maps, dishes and vintage film footage. Visitors also may see uniforms, old Coast Guard documents. Naval Armed Guard reports, life rings and various other equipment. For the uninitiated, most items are ac- The exhibit features authentic wartime photos, posters and certificates, as weil as medais, safety equipment and various tools of the trade. came with a big asterisk. The secretary of the air force arbitrarily set the seamen's cutoff date for veterans' benefits as August 15, 1945, instead of December 31, 1946 (the date used for armed ser­ vices personnel). After seeing the display in Philadelphia, several SIU pen­ sioners noted the exhibit's excel­ lent quality but also the irony of its location and size. Like the veterans status, the exhibit has a twist: It is tucked away in a modest room in­ side a large building. Even at a leisurely pace, one would be hard pressed to stretch a visit there to a full hour. "It brought back a lot of memories, especially looking at (replicas of) the Liberty Ships," said retired deck department mem­ ber Joseph Sweeney, 75. Sweeney joined the SIU in 1943 in New York, then joined the Navy a few years later. Though he enjoyed the companied by explanatory text. Shawn Aubitz, curator of the ex­ hibit, said attendance has been steady. "We have three or four people in here at any given time, and we've received lots of phone calls," he said. "So far it's going well. The merchant mariners seem very appreciative, and we get to hear a ot of interesting sea t^es. "It truly seems like they were for­ gotten, and some of thoseguys really went through hell— We had a guy recently who recognized (in one of the photos) someone he had sailed with during the war. Without exag­ gerating, he started to cry." Seafarers Take Active Role World War II (1939-45) claimed more than 50 million lives, with two-thirds of the casualties civilian. More than 1,200 Seafarers lost their lives, aind overall 6,775 U.S. merchant seamen were killed during the war. Only the Marine Corps suffered a higher rate of death among its forces than did the American merchant marine. Additionally, thousands of other U.S. merchant mariners were wounded or permanently disabled. The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941 marked America's official entry into the war. But the merchant marine traces its involvement in resentment from members of the armed forces. "I honestly believe the other military organizations thought we were overpaid," he said. "I heard that talk a lot." "A lot of people just considered [the merchant mariners] civilians," McCullough added. "They^ were able to get on and off any sldp, and they could go into other work, which many did after one trip. •i Retired Seafarers (from left) Joseph Sweeney, Joe BIdzilya and Henry McCullough agree the display Is well done but small. the international conflict to 1939. As author John Bunker noted in The Seafarers in World War II, "Our merchant marine had its bap­ tism of fire long before Pearl Har­ bor. Before any of the nation's armed services were ready for allout duty in World War n, the mer­ chant mariners were on the front lines of global action." In 1939 the SS City of Flint, en route to Norway, was captured by a German battleship and charged with carrying contraband. In 1940 the Charles Pratt, a tanker, was tor­ pedoed off the coast of West Africa. And on May 21, 1941 the SlU-crewed Robin Moor was sunk by a German U-boat. During the war, more than 700 American-flag merchant vessels were sunk—^more than half in U.S. waters. But, as Bunker noted, "SIU crews did their jobs with an ef­ ficiency that saved the nation mil­ lions of dollars. And they helped man the nation's cargo carriers long before there were guns or con­ voys to protect them." So why have merchant mariners been overlooked? Pensioner Sweertey theorizes it started with Some guys, like my father, had to have saltwater in their blood to go back out there. "As for the money, you came back with all of it (from an entire voyage) at once. That made it seem like a lot, but we didn't make any more than any civilians. Heck, the guys in the shipyards made more than we did." Bidzilya agrees. "The first thing everybody brought up was money. It was a big payoff, but you spend a lot of time out there. And show me someone on the beach who works seven days a week plus overtime." The National Archives Mid-At­ lantic Region is located at the Wil­ liam Penn Post Office Annex, 9th and Market Streets, Room 1350 in Philadelphia. Admission to "The Forgotten War: A History of the Merchant Marine During World War II" is free. The exhibit is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the first and third Satur­ days of each month from 8 a.m. to noon. For additional information about the exhibit, telephone (215) 597-3000. '11:-'-i ' r-r 'i-'-.i A,- -• BACK TO il.S.kfBRCIIANT MARiNi • MAN THE VICTORY FLEET About 250,000 Americans answered the call of the merchant marine during WWII. �SEAFARERS LOG 10 . 'i'V "• • V-^ lf:§p|f: •^Kr • •;;;•"•. • •"•": ':i4' •••-;' • v:'-v ''V^-. •ft; ;£'• A i;-. • •",•5 • " ' '' ' ^0miK 1992 Electkms: A Chance to Vole for U.S. Ships tion dates by state. It also lists some of the elected officials who are up for election this year.) Seafarers also participate in the political process with the entire American trade union movement, brought together under the banner of the AFL-CIO, the federation representing all of American labor. On a state and local level, the AFL-CIO, through its political program—known as COPE (Committee on Political Education)—brings information on candidates and their records on behalf of working people to millions of trade unionists and their families. Working with the COPE seafaring and shipping. The New York hall is one place SlU members can learn about registering to vote. Pictured above is program and the Maritime Whether seamen will be sub- New York Port Agent Kermett Mangram (right) explaining the registration procedure to Eugene Perez, Trades Department (MTD), jected to what amounts to a Bert Macary, Larry Brown, Jim Davis, Jim Thornton, Shaif Yafi and Ahmed Alfageh. the AFL-CIO's department work tax, known as a "user which brings together all giving money to the Seafarers must face the American electorate fee" for obtaining merchant marine unions with a membership that Political Action Donation Fund to be either retumed to office or put documents and licenses, is an issue works in maritime and maritime(SPAD), which in turn makes con­ in the job for the first time. TTiis that can be resolved by elected of­ related industries. Seafarers assist tributions to candidates who sup­ year, the top-elected job in the na­ ficials. How a U.S.-flag shipping in grassroots political activities. port U.S. shipping on behalf of tion is up for grabs—the presiden­ company responds to a marine oil This election year, with the SIU members. Seafarers also cy. Additiondly, one-third of the spill now is determined by president on the bdlot, the stakes make their positions known by 100-member Senate face elections guidelines set in an act of Congress are high. On November 3—the participating in the electoral in 1992 and every Congressman and signed by the president known general election date for 1992— process. will be on the ballot. as the Oil Pollution Act of 1990. and in primaries throughout the To participate as a citizen in the With the fate of the U.S.-flag Issues affecting the American year. Seafarers will have a chance electoral process, an individual merchant marine and the jobs of maritime industry and the job to cast their votes for politicians must register to vote. Once those who earn their livelihoods by security of Seafarers are taken up who support a strong U.S. shipping registered with the local board of working aboard American ships to on almost a daily basis by Con­ capability. Seafarers will have an elections in the county, parish, be determined by elected officials, gress, the administration and its opportunity to work with the rest of township or city where one lives, it is no wonder Seafarers have a regulatory agencies and by state the labor movement to elect offi­ the individual can vote in any elec­ tradition of being deeply involved and local governments around the cials who support working people in politics. This involvement has tion. (The chart on the following country. generally. page provides information on elec­ taken the form of voluntarily These directly elected officials A strong national sealift capability; policies which make American shipping vi­ able in the global marketplace; keeping domestic waterbome com­ merce on vessels owned, operated and crewed by Americans; having U.S.government generated car­ goes transported on U.S-flag ships—^these issues, which to a large extent will determine if the United States is to have a strong merchant marine in the future, are on the agenda of the elected officials who make up the U.S. Congress. The policies of govern­ ment, established by laws enacted by elected officials, are evident in every aspect of Procedures for Registering to Vote and Voting Absentee Deciding whom to vote for can wait up to the last minute, but registering to vote and requesting absentee ballots are procedures that require some planning. To ensure that one can cast a ballot on election day, an in­ dividual must register to vote in advance. Additionally, if an in­ dividual will be away from home on election day, an absentee ballot must be secured. Waiting until the last minute to register or to re­ quest an absentee ballot could mean not being able to vote on election day. Most states require that before an individual can vote in federal, state and local elections, he or she must register with the local board of elections. The registration process varies by state. "•ct-.. •'•: l,- ' •V Voting Assistance '92 • 93 Guicde •IMUl.IMS • OMI ^ Merchant mariners are eligible to pat' ticipate in the Department of Defense voting program. To cast a ballot in an election, the individual can vote on the designated day at his or her local polling place. But if a registered voter will be away from his or her home on election day, as is often the case with Seafarers, a vote can be cast through the absentee voting process. Every local board of election has a system for issuing absentee ballots to individuals who will be out of town on election day. To find out how to request an absentee ballot, individuals can contact their local boards of election. military ships, any U.S. base has a designated voting assistance of­ ficer who can supply the forms and who has the guide. Seamen who are shipping out or who are already at sea or overseas may use the DOD's form—^known as a Federal Post Card Registration and Absentee Ballot Request (FPCA). For more information on Procedures for Mariners For individuals in the merchant marine and the armed forces, the process of registering to vote and voting by absentee bdlot has been simplifi^ through the voting as­ sistance program of the Depart­ ment of Defense (DOD). DOD has developed a single re­ quest form that is recognized by every board of election in the United States. The agency has pub­ lished a guide on how to fill out the form for every state. Copies of the guide and the forms have been mailed to every U.S.-flag ship by the Maritime Administration. Ad­ ditionally, the SIU is in the process of sending the guide and forms to every ship's chairman. The guide and forms are also available at all SIU halls. Also, for Seafarers on the DOD FPCA program, the agency has an information center. The number is (703) 693-6500. This is not a toll free number, nor are collect calls accepted. The officials at all SIU halls have information on candidates. Seafarers can consult their port agents for information on the voting records of candidates in their area. Seafarers, who have so much at stake in the election process, owe it to themselves and their industry to participate in the electoral process. With both the DOD voting assistance program and the traditional mechanisms available for registering to vote and for voting available to Seafarers, there should be no barriers to full par­ ticipation in the electoral process. For registration deadlines and polling hours, see chart on page 11. �FBUIUARY1992 •' =r.-^: 1992 Election Inforniatioil by Ststs! Nov. 3 General Elections �''••''.--•.I.'" : -'^r r. , '•••fri--i^t.'iy\ • ' •' -'• .••"/' k •.V-':%;''i-'> • ' . ".• 12 -'I'rv.y: ••' r/^--- •• - •'•' ••• .' ' ••• '' ' :-v'v i't • i' • -f-i •;;':-* , :-V," SEAFARmWe .T-^" ••.],-•'-(<•'• ' U -i-v.-'j'ia;:.-J !•>'.. •Vs.':. •"/-• : ,..:i-;v' .'•' • -• 'v. •'.-'•'Z' • H'.,'•-•'• -•' ike'.'-, kvktf. ..-' i kkk|i-k--.n. '•'(' ' • 'k' ; V ^ ... • • - .'•. r-r-.. i. Used for oceanographic research, the USNS Bartlett occasionally is on display to the public. From Science to Public Relations •-'•l i''-'' /V' "kk K"':k Bartlett Seafarers Wear Many Hats k''k^rr,.y-A. • •, i\. •i '' • '• '• •:i, W', •.;. vi'•••.. m.- Oiler Enrique Crespo works on diesel engine. The USNS Bartlett, whether at sea or docked, always seems to have an interesting mission which demands special skills of its crewmembers, report Seafarers aboard the oceanographic research ship. At sea, while it can be a rough ride for the 208-foot, 1,600-ton ship, crewmembers operate the ship land its special features for teams of scientists and staff from various universities and other research facilities as­ sociated with the U.S. government. During these assignments deck department mem­ bers handle the ship's vast array of winches and special over-the-side davits which are used to handle the scientists' research equip­ ment. When at port, there is a good chance the ship will be on display to Ae public or the Cfiecking the engineroom gauges and dials Is one of the jobs OMU oceanographic research community. Last D.A. Kinsler handles. summer, during one of these public-relations assignments, the ship was on display in Baltimore's Inner Harbor, a waterfront com­ mercial center which attracts thousands of visitors every day. Bartlett crewmembers served as guides, escorting some 3,000 tourists through die ship on a daily basis, explaining the duties of the vessel and pointing out its interesting features. During the fall, the ship was on display in New Orleans to coincide with a conference. Classified by the military as a T-AGOR ship, the Bartlett is one of two of its class of research vessel in the military's fleet. The ship, which was built in 1969, is sub­ contracted to Mar Ship Operators (MSO) for operation and maintenance. Crewmembers report that the Bartlett spends a great deal of time at sea, sailing primarily from east coast ports. •k:|, "/il ' -fc" • • .• 0 ' ,• 'I'- A,-, r.- kti- •vssi'.r:K:k" .' •: -• ^-;.!v . i-' •.•' k f-i •'. ' 1.^-.A 'ki > .'• k- Purser Richard Lemon reviews his figures one more time AB Joseph Griffin checks the Bartlett's before issuing pay to the crewmembers. lifeboat emergency radio. v..->: V i',. • • :V . ^i"' ' - D-MAC Fred Wrede comes up for some air while working beneath the deck on the USNS Bartlett. �•f-.v •/' A-iV •• •-... 'J.'W''••»*• nmuMrmi Seafarers Tie Knot At Country Hoedown •A'sf The newlyweds are joined by fellow SlU members. From the left (kneeling) are Pumpman Delton Ard, AB Garvin Doyle, Electrician David Merida, Chief Cook Cathleen Martin, AB David Gardutte, (standing) John Bodin, AB Shannon Downey, New Orleans Port Agent Joe Perez, Groom Carlos Merida, Bride Hellen Mizell-Merida and ABUnieda Laitinen. ! •'•' •-' 1-'"' •' '•' • An antique horse-drawn wagon takes Chief The bride and her husband, an AB, lead the Steward Hellen Mizell to her wedding. Her wedding guests to a reception following the fattier, Calvin Coleman, is at the reins. ceremony. Chief Steward Hellen Mizell decided she wanted to do some­ thing different when she married AB Carlos Merida. And different it was—^a complete country-andwestem hoedown on her father's Mississippi ranch. "It was different," MizellMerida told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG about the Decem­ ber 15 wedding of the two SIU members. "I thought it up. I was raised in the country and this was right down my alley." But a western theme was not the only aspect of the Mizell-Merida wedding ceremony that made it unique. The event also had a Seafarer label. Besides the daughters, who served as brides­ maids, 10 fellow SIU members served as witnesses to the Gulfport, Miss, wedding. The western flavor of the event was evident in the couple's wed­ ding-day outfits. Additionally, the bride, who joined the SIU in 1985, rode to the wedding in an antique wagon driven by her father, Calvin Coleman. Mizell-Merida said of her hus­ band, an SIU member since 1978, ' C>: "I took a New Orleans boy and put him in the country." The couple met on the Overseas Chicago two years ago. "Captain William Harkness introduced us," the steward recalled. "We were the only two single people on the ship. The captain told me 'Here's a per­ fect match for you.'" The pair started dating after they signed off. They tried to sail together when they could, manag­ ing to be together on three or four ships since meeting. MizellMerida said they both realized they would be on the beach over the holidays and decided to hold the wedding then. Besides having shipping in com­ mon, both are single parents, which she admitted was hard for them to handle while at sea. Chief Steward Mizell-Merida's daughter, Desiree, is 12 while AB Merida's daughter, Holly-Lyn, is 15. "They're both my daughters now," Mizell-Merida said with pride. "We still want to sail together," she said about the family's future. "Our parents will help take care of the children while we are gone." Alpena Crew Gets Rare Visit from Bald Eagle Shortly after dinner on Septem­ ber 14, crewmembers of the SS Alpena noticed their every move was being observed from the bridge. Not by an officer, but by an adolescent bald eagle who decided to make the bridge wing its perch. A young bald eagle surveys the deck of the Alpena from its perch on the bridge. The Alpena adopted this eagle as their mascot after the bird adopted the steamer as its home. AB Watchman Jon L. Watson provided the Seafarers LOG with photographs of the bird as well as a description of its brief visit to the vessel. "It was just after 1800 hours and we were 35 miles off the Wiscon­ sin shore around Milwaukee when we first noticed we had picked up an unexpected guest," Watson wrote in his letter. The eagle stayed on the bridge for approximately 24 hours but was disturbed by the commotion created by the crew as the ship prepared to dock in Alpena, Mich. It returned a short time later and made its home on top of the aftermast. "It stayed while we loaded," Watson continued. Some crewmembers called a local wildlife officer to examine and capture the bird to return it to the wild. The officer said the eagle looked healthy, "but must be lost and confused. He didn't think it was safe to tiy and capture it," the AB reported. The eagle stayed aboard as the Alpena set sail. "After rinsing down the deck, the bird came off the mast and stayed on deck where we were able to feed and pet it," Watson reported. Stan Wiemeyer, a research biologist studying minatory birds for the Patuxent Wildlife Research Center in Maryland, said "it is rela­ tively unusual" for an eagle to perch on a vessel. "My gut reaction is the bird may have gotten too far off shore," Wiemeyer told a reporter for the LOG, "It may have been weakened and was unable to return to shore, so it landed where it could." When told the bird allowed crewmembers to feed and pet it, Wiemeyer responded, "This is very strange. It might not have been in good health or it may have been accustomed to people. Very strange." The researcher noted birds of prey, like eagles, may land on ships in extraordinary circumstances. "Birds of prey may have been at­ tracted to smaller birds that could be around a ship. They fly from their perches to capture their prey, then return to tear it and feed on it. "Bald eagles are more fisheating. They wiU take waterfowl, but I don't recall seeing any ornithologi­ cal literature or studies of them land­ ing on ships," Wiemeyer added. Watson's note about the Alpena's eagle ended on a sad note. As the bird was soaring off the stem during its evening flight, a wind gust caught it as it was attempting to land on the bridge and slammed it into the bulkhead. The crew watched as the eagle fell lifeless into the lake. • • "v!• ; v". Bald Eagle Makes Temporary Home on USNS Wilkes •• ,.v,:a USNS Wilkes crewmembers also were treated to a rare visit by an adult bald eagle. This ship's winged visitor rests on the aft-quarter deck while the vessel was docked in Adak, Alaska in December. �'• "-'i/v--.' • ":'z4i4444/'4:4 . /^^%^pr.J^^ v••^,.,^• -s ;• •••"''1iV4m''-r •••.'• • 'j: . •>: fL lis- '4s/ r 4z/UMi! '^' '-'"j 'A' .'r.. - A-'x4/'^v.}- - ••v , ' i'-^i'.. SEOFARHISLOe Cutoff for WWII Seamen Blecked by Vet Panel • '*i^' y; 14 v=g;J., "iS-Ky- -•: -j-tu: •• ; The House Veterans Affairs Committee continues blocking progress on a bill providing World War Il-era merchant mariners with the same cutoff date for veteran status as was received by other members of the U.S. milit^. Congress convened on January 28, and for the third straight ses­ sion Veterans Affairs Conunittee Chairman Sonny Montgomery (DMiss.) has not scheduled a meeting for the bill, the Merchant Mariners Fairness Act of 1991. The legislation would extend World War II veteran status to American merchant mariners who sailed between August 15, 1945 and December 31, 1946, the date President Harry Truman declared as the end of hostilities. Seamen who sailed between December?, 1941 and August 15, 1945 were declared veterans in Januaty 1988 by the secretary of the Air Force (the branch of the Department of Defense which oversees matters pertaining to veterans). The recognition came after seamen and their allies fought for veteran status for WWII mariners for more than 40 years. But in selecting August 15, 1945 as the cutoff date, the Depart­ ment of Defense excluded ap­ proximately 2,500 living seafarers who deserve WWII veteran status. Rep. Montgomery and other op­ ponents of the bill (which also is known as H.R. 44) say that after August 15,1945, merchant seamen were no longer subject to military control. Yet while the mariners technically were still civilians, they were, in fact, subject to military discipline. Moreover, much of their work was similar to the work of the armed forces. Jack Fields (R-Texas) intro­ duced the bill three years ago and has helped to repeatedly push it through the Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee, of which he is a member. Former Official Neira Dies at 74 :iS;:: j^ i-••••-• _ r X ;; ; -i',,i, ;r^- -I- VHl'-'J'-''. .. 'M':' . >3. Louis "Blackie" Neira, retired SIU official, passed away January 15 from cancer. He was 74. Brother Neira joined the SIU in his native New York in 1943. A member of the engine depart­ ment, he sailed during World War II. In the mid-1940s, Neira came ashore to serve as an SIU patrol­ man assigned to Mobile. He later became Mobile port agent. Neira, who spoke fluent Spanish, was one of the cadre of union officials who SIU Presi­ dent Paul Hall could assign to any beef. He played a big role in the American Banner Lines and longshoremen's beefs in the '50s. During the '70s, when the union was conducting crew con­ ferences, Blackie Neira was one of the instructors, shuttling be­ tween his port agent job in Mobile and his instructor assignment at the Lundeberg School. Neira proved his worth as a versatile and skilled official. He retired from his union post in 1977. Brother Neira lived in Mobile for 50 years and was buried in Mobile's Pine Crest Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Rena; two daughters, Rebecca J. Neira of Thomasville, Ala., and Delores Neira Appling of Lawrenceville, Ga.; a sister, Josephine Flanagan of New York; four brothers, Joe Neira and Frank Neira, both of New York, Orient Neira of Jersey City, N.J., and John Neira of Parlin, N.J.; two grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives. m:,/' The American Battlefield Monu­ ments Commission has added tributary words to the base of the central pylon at its East Coast memorial statue at Battery Park in New York City. The new tribute honors the 6,185 seamen of the U.S. merchant marine and the 529 seamen of the U.S. Army Transport Service who lost their lives during World War II. Charles Dana Gibson, the historian arid author who specializes in maritime and military history, helped coordinate the effort. The photo above shows the full eagle statue from the front. The photo below shows the new wording on the base of the statue which pays tribute to the WWII merchant marines. MarAd Cbrilies fkilf Medal Process .L ' . , J ^ Mrs. Rena Neira (seated at right) accepts condolences at graveside service for her husband. f' "i . . Aailte • Tribute Paid to WWII Merchant Marine This 1954 photograph shows Brother Neira handing shipping card to a Seafarer at the conclusion of a longshore strike. Last month's issue of the Seafarers LOG stated that the Maritime Administration (MarAd) will begin issuing the Merchant Marine Expeditionary Medal to those seamen who qualified during Operation Desert Shield/Storm. Bmce J. Carlton, Director of that department's Office of Maritime Labor and Training, has issued a clarification of that article. He notes that distribution of the medals will be handled directly by authorized vendors, not by MarAd. The vendors will order both the fiiU size and min­ iature medals and the ribbon bars fix)m die manufacturer very soon. The Office of Maritime Labor and Training is keeping the names and addresses of all individual who have inquired about the medal, and each one will be notified promptly by letter as to when the medals are available for purchase from the vendors. Inquiries regarding the Mer­ chant Marine Expeditionary Medal and all other merchant marine awards and decorations should be address to the Office of Maritime Labor and Training, Maritime Administration, Room 7302, Washington, DC 20590. • m '•m-z -'ji t"/ MarAd notes delay in ordering of medals by authorized vendors. �•p. . :• ;V''ISf•' IP^':P^' /'• - •'i8;^fei.y:v ,-,-.J,:r'. ^ •,•>%, SEAEmEtlS •mppmp SPEOAL A guide for Seafarers to refer to when preparing 1991 tax returns due to the Internal Revenue Service and state governments on April 15,1992, WPm DeadEne tor tSUhg FOR SEAMEN April 15, 199R ^X.::K.P.-t F or seamen, the tax filing process can become extremely complicated. The na­ ture of seafaring work raises many is­ sues at tax time that most shoreside workers do not have to consider. Among the concems raised by seamen interviewed by the Seafarers LOG were ques­ tions of claiming a residence for purposes of filing state tax returns and the issue of what is considered a work-related tax deductible expense. One seaman questioned whether maintenance and cure payments are consid­ ered reportable income. Others simply asked about the procedure for filing a request for an extension and some wanted to know num­ bers to call to obtain more information. In preparing this guide of tax tips for seamen, the staff of the LOG, working with a certified public accountant familiar with the maritime industiy, has attempted to gather information that addresses the concems of Seafarers. WHERE TO FILE Tax returns should be mailed to the Intemal Revenue Service Center designated for the area in which the taxpayer lives. These addresses are listed below. No street address is needed for the IRS. For Individuals living in the following states Florida, Georgia, South Carolina .• General Information: 1-800-829-1040 can be called for general information. IRS staff answer questions Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:15 pm. These times are consistent throughout the country, no matter the time zone. 1 Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Tennessee All A.P.O. or F.P.O. addresses Publications: 1-800-829-3676 operators will take orders for publications. IRS Publication 553 entitled "High­ lights of 1991 Tax Changes" and IRS Publication 552 called "Record Keeping for Individuals" are two fre^ quently-ordered publications. Walk-In Help: IRS representatives are available in many IRS offices around the country to help with tax questions that cannot be answered easily by telephone. To find the • .'rpr Sp MF Cincinnati, OH 45999 IRS Austin,!^ 73i IRS Ogden, UT 84201 y,, .'" ••••'j'v'""' "'p ' •• ppppip'' PP: BRs : .'M TCsno, CA IRS Memphis, TN 37501 iladelpmPA 1925; Commissioner of Revenue and Taxation 855 West Marine Dr. Agana,GU 96910 PuertoRico (or if excluding income under section 933), Vir^n Islands: Nonpeimanent residents . >, Virgin Islands pppoM- Andover, MA 05501 U.? IRS Kansas City, MO 64999 Alaska, Arizona, California (counties of Alpine, Amador, Butte, Calaveras, Colusa, Contra Costa, Del Norte, El Dorado, Glenn, Humboldt, Lake, Lassen, Marin, Mendocino, Modoc, Napa, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Shasta, Sierra, Siskiyou, Solano, Sonoma, Sutter, Tehama, Trinity, Yolo and Yuba), Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming California (all other counties),, The IRS is prepared to answer questions by phone. Through the agency's tax-payer information service, publications covering all aspects of tax-filing can be ordered. The "Tele-Tax" Service has recorded tax information covering more than 140 topics. 1-800-829-4477 is the IRS's automated Tele-Tax system. When calling from a touch tone phone, the "#" button will repeat the topic and the button will stop the message. To listen to a directory of topics after the introductory message fin­ ishes, dial 3-2-3. This telephone service is available from 7:00 am until midnight when calling from a touch tone phone. Rotary dial phone users can call the service between 8:00 am and 4:15 pm. The status of an individual's refund can be obtained through the Tele-Tax system as well. After a person has submitted a tax retum, he or she can call this 1-800-8294477 to find out about the status of an expected refund. When making this kind of call, the individual should have the following handy: the social security number shown first on the tax retum in question, its filing status and the amount of the refund. pp - Use this address: IRS ? Atlanta, OA 39901if IRS Holtsville, NY 00501 New Jersey, New York (New York City and counties of Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk and Westchester) New Xork (all other counties), Connecticut, Maine, ' ^ 1^^ Rhode Island, Vermont Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri Wisconsin Delaware, Distnct of Columbia,. Maryland, Pennsylvaiua, Virgihil Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia Kansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas INFORMATION BY PHONE FOR MORE INFORMATION • Philadelphia, PA 19255 '"y.1 %• ; A i' •''4J V.l. Bureau of Intemal Revenue Lockharts Garden No. lA St. Thomas, VI 00802 IRS Philadelphia, PA 19255 location of an IRS office, look in the phone book under "United States Govemment, Intemal Revenue Service." Telephone Help: IRS representatives are available to help with tax questions. If needed, call the IRS using the toll-free number listed in the telephone directory. Send IRS Written Questions: Written questions regard­ ing the tax retums can be sent directly to an IRS District Director. Include a social security number with the letter. '.- •t- : J SeafanrsLOG, FebniarY 1992 Suppkaeiit Page 1 -m 'P^Q'PPPP'.. - .J' ,, _ X'PP'pPpP'-ppPP .• • ••' ':'h" • '--P'' • �:5^p« m .>•' p.a'i.r«,,4; };•:» •; •, ^v;^;.•!,;7^^^;* ".i,:.;.'.,;,. V.X:;" •'-'• |ilpKl#s#;-S '' Sii:'v:- STANDARD DEDUCTION This is the standard deduction chart for most people. It should not be used if taxpayer is 65 or older or blind or if a dependent. is -:is:x ''V'virS' '' Filing Status •' MS. v^-. Standard Deduction Single ....•••••••••••....•••••••••••.••.rf.... $3^400 Married filing joint return or Qualifying widow(er) with dependent childien......... ...$5,700 Married filing separate return. ,..$2,850 ..$5,000 Head of household W-R's, DEDUCTIONS AND v-'i • s't C.V.x '••. '•Si-'V'-' '' • ^•.- ,. -'."•."r .'. v^,,.-"-'.'Ji'"'; 'i'V r.'.-i"'^"=- U• ••«* 'vV-'-v-Vi' MMmx ... ' ,. '. /I-";.. '-• ^CL r" TAX TIPS FORSEAMEI^ REPORTED INCOME In addition to wages, salaries, tips, unemployment compen­ sation, ctq)ital gains, dividend payments and other income listed on the federal tax return, the following kinds of income must be reported: • Jones Act settlements for lost wages. • Amounts received in place of wages from accident and health plans (including sick pay and disability pensions) if employer paid for the policy. • Life insurance proceeds from a policy cashed in if the proceeds are more than the premium paid. • Profits fix)m corporations, partnerships, estates and trusts. • Endowments. • Original Issue Discount. • Distributions from SEPs and DECs. • Bartering income (fair-maricet value of goods or ser vices received in retum for services). • Tier 2 and supplemental annuities under the Railroad Retirement Act. • Lump-sum distributions. • Gains from the sale or exchange (including barter) of real estate, securities, coins, gold, silver, gems or other property (capital gains). • Accumulation distributions from trusts. • Prizes and awards (contests, raffles, lottery and gam bling winnings). • Eamed income from sources outside the United States. • Director's fees. • Fees received as an executor or administrator of an estate. EMPLOYER W-2's: Employers are required to mail W-2 forms to employees by Januaiy 31. If an individual believes he or she is missing W-2's, contact the employer. For seamen who have ever used a union hall as a return address,check withthe SIU port agent to determine if a W-2 has been sent to that address. SEAFARERS VACATION PLAN W-2's: If a Seafarer has received monies from the Seafarers Vacation Plan (SVP), he or she should receive a W-2 from that fund. Seafarers who have received SVPmonies but who have not received a W-2 from the plan should contact their union hall or call Andy Marmo at the SVP office in Camp Springs, Md.; 301-899-0675. INCREASED DEDUCTIONS: The deduction for each ex­ emption—^for the individual, his or her spouse and dependents has increased to $2,150 per person. STANDARD DEDUCTION HAS INCREASED: The stan­ dard deduction has increased for most people. Because of this increase, it may be to an individual's benefit to take the standard deduction this year even if that person has itemized deductions in the past. PERSONAL INTEREST DEDUCTIONS: For 1991, per­ sonal interest cannot be deducted. Personal interest includes interest on car loans, credit cards and personal loans. INTEREST ON SECURED LOANS DEDUCTIBLE: Inter­ est paid on mortgages or secured loans is 100 percent deductible. UNION DUES DEDUCTION: Union dues are only deductible NON-REPORTED INCOME if they exceed 2 percent of gross income. If they do, only the The following kinds of income do not need to be portion over the 2 percent is deductible. SPAD contributions reported on the federal tax retum: have never been deductible. • Benefits fix)m government welfare programs. DEDUCTING WORK-RELATED EXPENSES: Expenses • Jones Act settlements for injuries, pain, suffering, associated with a seaman's work may be considered tax deduct­ ible. However, no expense can be deducted for which a seaman medical costs. has been reimbursed by the employer. Travel to the union hall to • Maintenance and Cure. register or travel to the union's designated medical facility to take • Workers' compensation benefits, insurance damages, the required physical and drug test are examples of expenses etc. for injury or sickness. which are work-related but not reimbursed by the company. Members of the galley crew may deduct the costs of knives and • Veterans Administration disability retirement other equipment they personally own but use when on a ship payments (and other benefits). performing their woric duties. The purchase of work-related • Child support. clothing and other gear, as long as it is truly for work and not paid • Gifts, money or other property inherited or willed. for by the employer, are likely to be considered tax-deductible. • Dividends on veterans' life insurance. DEDUCTING WORK-RELATED CAR EXPENSES: Use • Life insurance proceeds received because of a of a personally-owned automobile in woric-related travel can result in deductible expenses. Two methods can be used to person's death. compute automobile expenses — either listing a standard mile­ • Amounts received from insurance because of loss of age rate or determining actual cost. On the tax return due April 15 the use of a home due to fire or other casualty to the of this year, the IRS is accepting a standard mileage rate of 27.5 extent the amounts were more than the cost of normal cents per mile. Parking fees and tolls can be added when usingthe expenses while living in the home. standi mileage rate. If using actual expenses, information must be available on all operating-related costs for the vehicle, includ­ • Certain amounts received as a scholarship. ing interest, insurance, taxes licenses, maintenance, repairs, depreciation, gas, oil, tolls and parking. In either the standard ceived in about 3 weeks, or in 2 weeks if it is deposited directly mileage rate or the actual cost method of determining car ex­ into a savings or checking account. For a charge, many profes­ penses, accurate records should be kept. The IRS recommends sional tax retum preparers offer electronic filing in addition to keeping a log book or diary listing all expenses related to travel. their retum preparation services. If an individual prepared his or Only woric-related expenses not reimbursed by an employercan her own retum, a preparer or transmitter in their area can file the be claimed. retum electronic^ly. For a list of who can file a tax retum DEDUCTING WORK-RELATED MEALS WHEN TRAV­ electronically in any given area, call the IRS toll-free number, 1ELING: Workers in transportation are allowed a special rate on 800-829-1040, and ask for the Electronic Filing Office. the meal allowance of $30.00 a day. Otherwise the IRS standard DEPENDENT'S SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: If an indi­ meal allowance is generally $26, in some locations it is $34 and vidual claims an exemption for a dependent who is at least 1 year in Hawaii and Alaska it iscomputed differently. Travel expenses, old by December 31, 1991, he or she must list the dependent's including meals, can only be deducted if directly related to one's social security number on Form 1040 or Form 1040A. A social work and if they have not been reimbursed from any other source. security number requirement applies to all dependents (not just LIMIT ON ITEMIZED DEDUCTIONS: Beginning in 1991, children) claimed on the tax retum who are at least 1 year old. itemized deductions may be limited for an individual earning GIFT TO REDUCE THE PUBLIC DEBT: An individual may more than $100,000of federal adjusted gross income (or $50,(X)0 make a gift to reduce the public debt. To do so, enclose a separate if married and filing separately). check with the income tax retum. Make it payable to "Bureau of KEEPING RECORDS: Keep records of income, deductions the Public Debt." Do not add it to any tax owed. and credits shown on the tax return, as well as any worksheets CHANGE OF ADDRESS: If an individual has changed his or used to figure them, until the statute of limitationsruns out for that her address from the one listed on that person's last tax retum, IRS return, usually 3 years from the date the return was due or filed, Form 8822 should be filled out and filed with the agency. or 2 years from the date the tax was paid, whichever is later. However, it is re(X>mmended that all records be kept for about 6 EDUCATION SAVINGS BONDS PROGRAM: All or part of years. the interest for certain U.S. savings bonds can be excluded from income if one pays qualified higher education expenses during FAST REFUND: If a tax refund is expected for 1991, instead of the year he redeems the bonds. mailing the return to the Internal Revenue Service, it can be filed electronically. When filed electronically, a refund will be reDEATH OF A TAXPAYER: If a taxpayer died before filing a FILING AN EXTENSION IRS Form 4868 can be used to ask for a fourmonth extension to file IRS Form 1040A or Form 1040. An individual requesting an extension is under obligation to explain why the additional time is needed. Filing of the form gives an individual until August 17, 1992 to file his or her 1991 federal tax retum. The IRS will only contact the individual directly if the request for an extension is denied. To be able to extend the period of time in which one can file his or her tax retum, that individual must correctly fill out Form 4868 and pay all of the tax monies due (as noted on line 6 of the form). If the filing of Form 4868 and the subsequent fourmonth extension to file does not provide the individual with enough time, he or she can then file Form 2688, known as "Application for Additional Extension of Time to File U.S. Individual Income Tax Retum." Another option open to the person seeking more time in which to file is to write a letter to the IRS stating the reason the extension is necessary and mailing it to the correct IRS location (see "Where to File" on page 1 of this supple­ ment). An individual seeking an extension is advised by the IRS to file Form 4868 before filing Form 2688. To obtain an IRS form 4868, an individual can call the agency's toll free number which is dedicated to tax form requests. That number is 1-800-TAX-FORM (1-800-829-3676). Also, Form 4868 is available from all main IRS branch offices. If a Seafarer finds himself or herself overseas, he or she can obtain the form from any U.S. embassy or consulate. It is important to bear in mind that the filing of Form 4868 requesting an extension does not get one off the hook from having to pay his or her taxes due. Form 4868, when sent in, must be accompanied by all tax monies due the U.S. govemment from the indi­ vidual filing the extension. The deadline for filing the form and the taxes monies due is April 15. OVERSEAS? Should a seaman find himself or herself overseas and seeking IRS forms or IRS assistance, U.S. embassies and consulates are equipped to provide some taxpayer-re­ lated services. At a minimum, IRS forms are available at all U.S. embassies and consulates. The U.S. embassies and consulates located in the following cities can provide IRS assistance: Bonn, Germany; Caracas, Venezuela; London, England; Mexico City, Mexico; Nassau, Baha­ mas; Ottawa, Canada; Paris France; Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Rome, Italy; Sao Paulo, Brazil; Sydney, Australia and Tokyo, Japan. •' .;Y-VV '""1- '^-1 required retum for 1991, the taxpayer's personal representative (and spouse, in the case of a joint retum) must file and sign the retum for that person. A personal representative can be an executor,administratororanyone whois inchargeofthe taxpayer's property. ROUNDING OFF TO WHOLE DOLLARS: Cents may be rounded off to the nearest whole dollar on the tax retum and schedules. To do so, raise anlounts from 50 to 99 cents to the next dollar. For example, $1.39 becomes $1 and $2.50 becomes $3. UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION: Unemployment compensation (insurance) is fully taxable. By January 31,1992, an individual who has received unemployment compensation should receive a Form 1099-G showing the total unemployment compensation paid during 1991. Use line 20 on the tax retum to report unemployment compensa­ tion. EARNED INCOME CREDIT: To qualify for the earned income credit, families must have an income of less than $21,250 and have at least one child living with them. The maximum credrt for families with one child is $1,192. Families with 2 or more children may receive up to $1,235. With a child bom in 1991, the farnily may qualify foran additional $357 credit and if the family paid for part of the premiums for a health insurance policy covering a child an additional credit of $428 may be due. To apply for the eamed income credit, a family must file use a Form 1040 or 1040A, but not a 1040EZ, and attach IRS Schedule EIC. • ^ '.t.' .. X i • - '"J S«almmF0bnary1992Siipplemmt Page 2 �PMMRINGA Step 1. Get all records together. • Income records, which include any W-2, W-2G and 1099 forms. • Records for itemized deductions and tax credits. • Medical and dental payment records. • Real estate and personal property tax receipts. • Interest payments records for items such as a home mortgage or home equity loan. • Records of payments for child care so an individual could work. Step 2. Get any forms, schedules or publications neces­ sary to assist in filing the retum. IRS Publication 17 entitled "Your Federal Income Tax for Use in Preparing 1991 Returns" is the most comprehensive guide the agency has issued this year. Most IRS offices and many local banks, post offices and libraries have publications designed to provide individuals with information on correctly filing tax returns. Step 3. Fill in the retum. Step 4. Check the retum to make sure it is correct. Step 5. Sign and date the retum. Form 1040 is not considered a valid retum unless signed. A spouse must also sign if it is a joint retum. Step 6. Attach all required forms and schedules. Attach the first copy of Copy B of Forms W-2, W-2G and 1099 to the front of the Form 1040. Attach all other schedules and forms behind Form 1040 in order of the attachment sequence number. If tax is owed, attach the payment to the front of Form 1040. TAX TIPS FOR SEAMEN^ The law prohibits employers from withholding state and local taxes from the wages of seamen working aboard U.S.-flag ships. Specifically, the law [46 USCA lllOSai)] provides that "no part of the wages due or accming to a master, officer, or any other seaman who is a member of the crew on a vessel engaged in the foreign, coastwise, intercoastal, interstate, or noncontiguous trade shall be with­ held pursuant to the provisions of the tax laws of any State, Territory, possession, or Commonwealth, or a subdivision of any of them, but nothing in this section shall prohibit any such withholding of the wages of any seaman who is employed in the coastwise trade between ports in the same State if such withholding is pursuant to a voluntary agreement between such seaman and his employer." The law; however, does not exempt seamen from paying state and local taxes. A seaman, just like any other citizen of any given state, must meet his or her obligations to the government of the area in which he or she lives. For some seamen, claiming a domicile is an elusive matter because they spend much of the year sailing or guidelines. However, each state has determined a set of criteria to determine whether an individual is a resident of that state. A seaman should check with a state tax office if he or she is unsure as to his residency status. For example, in California, in the early '70s, a case before the California State Board of Equalization stated that a merchant seaman—despite the fact that he was on a ship for 210 days of the year—was a resident of thestate for tax purposes. The board took into consideration the fact that the seaman owned a home in California and maintained a bank account in a California-based bank. [Appeal of Bernard and Helen Fernandez, SBE, June 2, 1971]. Additionally, each state has established conditions under which non-residentsof that state must pay a portion of state tax if such an individual earned income from a source based in that state. Many states allow a credit in the amount an individual must pay the state if that person has already paid taxes in another state. In this supplement are two charts for seamen to use if questions arise on residency and state tax issues. The first is a list of phone numbers of state tax boards and offices to call for more information (see below). The second provides information on what each state considers to be taxable income for residents and non-residents (nonresidents). The chart indicates that seven states do not require state taxes to be paid of its residents and three states limit state taxes to profits earned from investments but do not consider wages subject to taxation. TAX STATE LOCAL# Taxpayer's Assistance, P.O. Box 327410, Montgomery, AL 36132-7410 ALABAMA Department of Revenue, Pouch SA, Juneau, AK 99811-0400 ALASKA Department of Revenue, P.O. Box 29086, Phoenix, AZ 85038-9086 ARIZONA Tax Administrator, P.O. Box 3628, Little Rock, AR 72203-3628 ARKANSAS Taxpayer Information, P.O. Box 942840, Sacramento, CA 94240-0040 CALIFORNIA Taxpayer's Assistance, 1375 Sherman St., Denver, CO 80261 COLORADO Taxpayer's Assistance, 92 Farmington Ave., Hartford, CT 06l05 CONNECTICUT Taxpayer's Assistance, Ninth and French Streets, Wilmington, DE 1980f ^ DELAWARE Taxpayer's Assistance, 300 Indiana Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20001 WASHINGTON, DC Department of Revenue, Carlton BIdg., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0135 FLORIDA GEORGIA Revenue Information, P.O. Box 38007, Atlanta, GA 30334 HAWAH Department of Taxation, P.O. Box 3559, Honolulu, HI 96811-3559 Tax Commission, P.O. Box 56, Boise, ID 83756 IDAHO Tax Information, P.O. Box 19001, Springfield, IL 62794-9001 ILLINOIS ilii Taxpayer Infonnation, 100 N. Senate Ave., Rm. 209, Indianapolis, IN 46204-2253 INDIANA * Taxpayer Services, Hoover State Office BIdg., Des Moines, lA 50319 IOWA Department of Revenue, P.O. Box 12001, Topeka, KS 66612-2001 ! KANSAS Revenue Cabinet, 1266 Louisville Road, Frankfort, KY 40620 KENTUCKY Taxpayer Information, P.O. Box 3440, Baton Rouge, LA 70823-0001 LOUISIANA Bureau of Taxation, State Office BIdg., Augusta, ME 04332-1067 MAINE Corapttpller of the Treasury, Income Tax Division, Annapolis, MD 21411-0001 MARYLAND Massachuseils DepL of RevenUe, P.O. Box 7071, Boston, MA 02204 - " MASSACHUSETTS Taxpayer Informatiori, Treasury BIdg.,:420 Walnut Allegan Streets, Lansing, MI, .48^2', MICHIGAN Taxpayer's Assistance, Mailing Station 4000, St. Paul, MN 55146-4450 MINNESOTA Tax Commission, P.O. Box 23050, J^kson, MS 39225-3050 MISSISSIPPI t Department of Revenim, P.O. Box 2200, Jefferson Ciiy, MO 65105-2200 MISSOURI Department of Revenue, P.O. Box 5805, Helena, MT 59604 MONTANA ! ',- ' Taxpayer's Assistance, 301 Centermial Mall South, Lincoln, NE 68509-4818 NEBRASKA Itepartment of Taxation, Capital Complex, Carson City, NV 89710-0003 NEVADA Department of Revenue, P.O. Box 637, Concord, NH 03302-0637 ' fr •':[ J; NEW HAMPSHIRE Taxpayer Information, 50 Barrack St., CN 269, Trenton, NJ 08646-0269 ' NEW JERSEY Department of Taxation & Revenue, P.O. Box 630, Santa Fe, NM 87509-0630 NEW MEXICO Taxpayer's Assistance, W.A-Harriman Campus, Albany, NY 12227-0125 . ,, , NEW YORK liiiiSP® Department of Revenue, Two South Salisbury St., Raleigh, NC 27602 NORTH CAROLINA !aS{;Sj5 Taxpayer Information, State Capitol, Bismarck, ND 58505-0599 NORTH DAKOTA State Information, P;0. Box 2476, Coluinbus, OH 43266-0076 OHIO -SSHs-i -• " - 'r^Taxpayer Information, 2501 Lincoln Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK 73194^0009 OKLAHOMA . OREGON ill! Tax Help Office, 955 Center St, NE, First Floor, Room 135, Salem, OR 97310 Taxpayer's Assistance, Department 280504, Harrisbuig, PA 17128-0504 PENNSYLVANIA Taxpayer's Assistance, One Capitol HiU, Providence, RI 02908r5801 RHODE ISLAND Public Assistance, P.O. Box 125, Columbia, SC 29214 SOUTH CAROLINA Department of Revenue,TOOGovemors Drive, Pierre, SD 57501-2291 SOUTH DAKOTA Taxpayer's Resource, 807 Andrew Jackson State Office BIdg., Nashville, TN 37242-0482 TENNESSEE Taxpayer Assistance, Capita! Station, Austin, TX 78774 TEXAS Taxpayer Assistance, 160 East Third South, Salt Lake City, UT 84134-0201 UTAH Tax Commissioner, Pavillion Office BIdg., Montpelier, VT 05609-1401 VERMONT Taxpayer Information, P.O. Box 1115, Richmond, VA 23208-1115 VIRGINIA Taxpayer Information & Education, P.O. Box 47476, Olympia, WA 98504 WASHINGTON wms >?•' Taxpayer Services, P.O. Box 3784, Charleston, WV 25337-3784 WEST VIRGINIA State Government Switchboard, 4638 University Ave., Madison, WI 53705 WISCONSIN Department of Revenue, 122 West 25th Street, Cheyenne, WY 82002 WYOMING * Some toll free numbers are only functional within that state and thus are not accesible from anywhere in the country. (205)242-1175 (907)465-2320 (602)255-3381 (501)682-7250 (916)852-5711 (303)534-1209 (203)566-8520 (302)577-3310 (202)727-6103 (904)488-6800 (404)656-4188 (808)548-6515 (208)334-3660 (217)782-3336 (317)232-2240 (515)281-31141 (913)296-3051 (502)564-4580 (504)925-4611 (207)626-8475 (301)974-3981 (617)727-4545 (517)373-9419 (612)296-3781 (601)359-1140 (314)751-5600 (406)444-2837 (402)471-5729 (702)687-4820 (603)271-2191 (609)292-6400 (505)827-0700 (518)438-8581 (919)733-4147 (701)224-3450 (614)846-6712 (405)521-3146 (503)378-4988 (717)787-8094 (401)277-2905 (803)737-4660 (605)773-3311 (615)741-4877 (800)252-5555 (801)530-4848 (802)828-2865 (804)367-8031 (206)753-5525 (800)642-9016 (608)266-2772 (307)777-7962 (800)352-4090 (800)482-8811 (800)852-5711 (800)332-2097 (800)321-7829 (800)292-7826 . s '', (800) 222-3229 (800) 732-8866 •''' (800)452-1983 (800)638-2937 (800) 392-6089 (800)487-7000 (800)652-9094 . (800) 332-6103 (800)626-7899 (800)323-4400 (800)225-5829 (800)222-9965 (800)282-1780 (800)522-8165 (800)356-4222 iv' (800)768-6611 (800) 252-5555 (800) 662-4335 SeahrenlOG,Febnary 1992Suj^^kmrnt Page3 .. •.••'•y:.:'-. ''-j. e- » • t., ff* ,v f' v. .'.'/v. «;•, ( •V: V a ^ "-."L » 1* -v. r---i.'. „• -j; v, - r- �"tiii > :t •Ii'w:'-'L.^V;;;. '"r.;. '.;' •-;g,?V>|:|ig TAXABLE INCOME BY STATE NON-RESIDENT STATE RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT Taxable on income from property owned or business transacted in Ala­ bama. Minnesota Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income with certain modifica­ tions. Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income allocable to sources within Minnesota. No state tax. Missouri Subject to tax on Missouri taxable income. Subject to tax on income derived from sources within Missouri. Subject to tax on entire net income. A credit is only allowed for taxes paid to another state on income de­ rived from sources within that state which are taxable under that state's laws without regard to the residence or domicile of the recipient. No credit is allowed if the other state allows residents of Arizona a credit against taxes imposed by that state for taxes paid to Arizona. Subject to tax on net income derived from sources within Arizona. Mississippi Subject to tax on entire net income. Subject to tax on entire net income from sources within Mississippi. Montana Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income with certain modifica­ tions. Credit for taxes paid to other states is allowed. Subject to tax on net income derived from somces withiif Montana. Nebraska Subject to tax on federal, adjusted gross income with certain modifica­ tions. Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income derived from sources within Nebraska. Subject tostate income tax on entire net income. Subject tostate income tax on all net income from sources within thestate such asall property owned, and from every business, trade or occupation carried on in Arkansas. Nevada No state tax. No state tax. New Hampshire Subject to tax on interest and divi­ dends over $1,200. New Jersey Subject to tax on entire New Jersey gross income and credit is allowed for tax paid to another state on in­ come subject to New Jersey income tax. Subject to tax on certain specified categories of New Jersey gross in­ come from New Jersey sources. New Mexico Subject to tax on federal taxable income with certain modifications and with the possibility of a credit for taxes paid to another state. Subject to tax on net income derived from lyithin New Mexico. New York Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income with certain modifica­ tions. I, Subject to 'tax on federal adjusted gross income derived from sources within New York. North Carolina Subject to tax on net income with the possibility of a tax credit for taxes paid to another state. Subject to tax on net income derived from sources within North Caro­ lina. No state tax. North Dakota Subject to tax on federal taxable income with certain modifications. Subject to tax on net income from sources within North Dakota. Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income less certain items. Subject to tax on net taxable income derived from certain specified ac­ tivities within Georgia. Ohio Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income with certain modifica­ tions. Subject to tax on adjusted gross in­ come derived from sources within Ohio. Subject to tax on entire income and a credit is allowed for taxes paid to another state which are paid on in­ come derived from sources outside the state. Subject to tax on income derived from sources within Hawaii, with the possibility of a credit for taxes paid to other governments outside the State. Oklahoma; Subject to tax on the federal ad­ justed gross income with certain modifications. Subject to tax on federal adjusted' gross income derived from sources within Oklahoma. Oregon Subject to tax on federal taxable income with a credit for income taxes paid to another state or territory. Subject to tax on federal taxable income attributable to certa:in sources within Idaho. Subject to tax on federal taxable income with certain modifications and credit against Oregon income taxes for taxes imposed by another state. Subject to tax on federal taxable income derived from sources within Oregon. Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income with certain modifica­ tions. Subject to tax on all incomeattribut­ able to certain activities within Illi­ nois. Pennsylvania Subject to tax on iiicome from sources within Pennsylvania. Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income with certain modifica­ tions and with the possibility of a credit for state taxes paid in another state. , Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income derived from sources within Indiana with the possibility of a credit for state taxes paid in another state. Subject to tax on entire income with a credit for taxes paid to another state on income also subject to tax in Pennsylvania. Rhode Island Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income with certain modifica­ tions. Subject to tax on taxable income derived from sources within Rhode Island. Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income with modificationsand with the possibility of acredit against Iowa tax for taxes paid to another state on income subject to tax in Iowa. Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income derived from sources within Iowa, with the possibility of a credit against Iowa tax for taxes paid toanother state or foreign coun­ try on income subject to tax in Iowa. Tennessee Subject to tax on dividends from stock and interest on bonds. South Carolina Subject to tax on the entire net in­ come. Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income with certain modifica­ tions. Subject to tax on that portion of federal adjusted gross income de­ rived from sources within Kansas. Subject to tax on taxable income derived from sources within South Carolina. South Dakota No state tax. No state tax. Texas No state tax. Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income derived from sources within Kentucky. No state tax. Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income with certain modifica­ tions. Utah Subject to tax on federal taxable income with certain modifications. Subject to tax on taxable income derived from sources within Utah. Subject to tax on all net income which is defined generally as gross income of whatever kind minus the deductions allowed. Subject to tax on net income derived from sources within Louisiana. Vermont Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income with a credit for in­ come taxes paid to another state or territory upon income derived from sources within that state or territory. Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income derived from sources within Vermont. Subject to tax on taxable income with the possibility of a reduction of taxes for taxes paid to another juris­ diction. Subject to tax on the portion of fed­ eral adjusted gross income derived from sources within Maine with the possibility of a reduction in taxes for taxes paid to another jurisdic­ tion. Subject to state income tax on entire net income. ^W':-' Subject to state income tax on entire taxable income. Subject to state income tax on all taxable income derived from sources within the state. Subject to state income taxation on federal adjusted gross income with certain modifications. Subject to state income tax on fed­ eral adjusted gross income attribut­ able to sources within Colorado. Subject to tax on certain dividends, interest and capital gains income. Michigan Subject to state income taxation on federal adjusted gross income with certain modifications. Subject to state income tax on fed­ eral adjusted gross income attribut­ able to sources within Delaware. Subject to D.C. income tax on entire net income. Not subject to the income tax. "ft V Virginia Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income with certain modifica­ tions. Subject to tax on taxable income derived from sources within the state. Washington No state tax. No state tax. Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income with certain modifica­ tions. , Subject to tax on the portion of fed­ eral adjusted gross income derived from sources within Maryland. West Virginia Subject to taxable income as de­ fined in terms of federal adjusted gross income with modifications. Subject to tax on taxable income derived from sources within West Virginia. Subject to a tax on federal adjusted gross income. A credit for taxes paid to other states is allowed. Subject to tax on the portion of fed­ eral adjusted gross income derived from sources within Massachusetts. Wisconsin Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income with certain modifica­ tions. Subject to tax on taxable income derived from sources within Wis­ consin. Subject to tax on federal adjusted gross income allocable to sources within Michigan. Subject to tax on taxable income allocable to sources within Michi­ gan. Wyoming No state tax. No state tax. SOURCE: Department of Defense, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Federal Voting Assistance Program; Voting Assistance Guide 1992-1993; Appendix G. State Income Tax Liability; p. 265-285. SfafmmL0^Feinian^19925uppkmmt Fage4 •w y./'Q. y. y I.-.,.•;'if-"mA .' • �•:'• ."' /' •" :--:v^' ttSSP . . .. •.•'••.• • i'•.• > FEBRUARY 1992 f ^ • Friday, March 20 Friday, April 24 San Juan ^Thursday, March 5 Thursday, April 9 St. Louis Friday, March 13 Friday, April 17 Honolulu Friday, March 13 Friday, April17 Duluth Wednesday, March 11 Wednesday, April 15 Jersey Ci^ Wednesday, March 18 Wednesday, April 22 New Bedford Tuesday, March 17 Tuesday, April 21 Personals ANDREW CRESPO Please contact your sister, Maria D. Faircloth, at 7304 N. Taliaferro Ave., Tampa, Ha. 33604. ALBERT C. MINICHIELLO Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Albert C. Minichiello, please get in touch with his brother, Arthur P. Minichiello, at 6 Coronation Circle, Dedham, Mass. 02026, or call (617) 326-2045. JAY ROCHE Please contact Gina Demaree-Fortier at 18040 Midway Road, #137, Dallas, Texas 75252, or caU collect at (214) 2501731. R.FEE RICHARD HAMH^TON Please contact Mark Avery at 500 Verret. New Orleans, La. 70114, or call (504) 392-6082. STEVE NORMAN Please contact me. Real important. It concerns my wedding on September 19. Richard Kent, 6590 Harley St., Riverside, Calif. 92506; (714) 788-4119. '.r IS March & April Membership Meetings Deep^, Lakes, Inland Waters Piney Point Monday, March 2 Monday, April 6 New York : Tuesday, March 3 ; J Tuesday^ April 7 Phlladdphia Wednesday^ March 4 Wednesday, April 8 Baltimore Thursday, March 5 Thursday, April 9 Norfolk Thursday, March 5 Thursday, April 9 Jacksonville Tliursday, March 5 Thursday, April 9 Algonac Friday, March 6 Friday, ApiillO Houston Monday, March 9 Monday, April 13 New Orleans Tuesday, March 10 Tuesday, April 14 Mobile Wednesday, March 11 Wednesday, April 15 San Francisco •Thursday, March 12 Thursday, April 16 Wihnington Monday, March 16 Monday, April 20 Seattle /•••> ,•••• Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea DECEMBER 16,1991— JANUARY 15,1992 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Oass B Class C Port NewYffldc! Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St Loui^ Piney Point Algonac Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville SahFtanciscp Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu H( St Loui$ Piney Poi Algonac Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wihnington : Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals Port TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Trip QassA ClassB ClassC Reliefs DECK DEPARTMENT ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C a' , .r •if "-' J STEWARD DEPARTMENT • •: ••• • •' X 'M:' • -r. ; I'-'."' /,• ^>'-1 '".k ^PYi Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk " Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville SanHranciscri ^Imingtwi Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu ' St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals Totals All Department 668 702 703 433 513 461 292 1054 877 1044 * 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ** "Registered og the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. A total of 1,699jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,699 Jobs shipped, 433 jobs or about 25 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and C"seniority people. From Decem­ ber 16,1991 to January 15,1992, a total of 292 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1,1982, a total of 15,601 jobs have been shipped. Mr"' • �t -. Ji'- . "i ••• b y ^ '^ -'/'fl^K"'" (- •' ]'•.'•/'"• •'.:'••••:•• 16 '../I^' .•»',"' '. ^ir '.t!-' . • '•/. '•^^ • ' '•'• !0y'- '^i "t •'/'. .' -'" '•\vs!{'' -i ''SJ'- ' •!'/•.' v ". • •:. ' . ••. SEAFARBRS UK: S^KislhternationalU^^ i Directory Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes CL-Company/Lakes DECEMBER 16,1991 - JANUARY 15,1992 L-Ltrins Michael Slacco ; • •••••President';,^3'•' John Fay Secretary-Treasurer Joseph Sacco Executive Vice President George McCartney Vice President West Coast Roy A. "Buck" Mercer Vice President Government Services JackCaffey Vice President Atlantic Coast Byron Kelley Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Dean Corgey Vice President Gulf Coast NP-Non Priority •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups ClassCL ClassL ClassNP TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups ClassCL OassL ClassNP ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups ClassCL ClassL OassNP DECK DEPARTMENT ...J ' Algonac f Port Algonac ji'rii- < %i ' ->'-1 '.V' • .: ' 0 - t. ' ''A -• 1' o ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 13 2 STEWARD DEPARTMENT n 9 t \ 0 9 0 i ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 |'''^*i29 Totals All Departments 0 66 7 0 25 4 0 74 * 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. *• "Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. 17 "l 20 HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimoie, MD 21202 (410) 327-4900 •i®' DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 l.v' ' HONOLULU 606KalihiSt. I i Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE i " 3315 Liberty SL I Jacksonville, FL 32206 .;i (904)353-0987 1 JERSEY CITY I " 99 Montgomray SL jCTsey City, NJ 07302 (201)435-9424 r'' I MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 (205)478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508)997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504)529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718)499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St. I ' Ruladelphia,PA 19148 (215)336-3818 I J PINEYPOINT P.O. Box 75 Piney PoinLMD 20674 (301)994-0010 SANFRANCISCO '--H 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, GA 94105 (415)543-5855 Government Services Division (415)861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos SL Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809)721-4033 ? •< 1 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattie, WA 98121 (206)441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. ^ St Louis, MO 63116 (314)752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 /K,.y (310)549-4000 Dispatchers' Report for Inland Waters Mi DECEMBER 16,1991 — JANUARY 15,1992 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups QassA ClassB ClassC f :• ;.• : t' ' ' I; Wimm;: l?|?a| Region 3Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland Waters West Coast Totals Region Atlantic Gulf Coast i Lakes & Inland Wai West Coast Totals Region |;^9htic Gulf Coast I Inland Wat^ West Coast Totals TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A ClassB OassC ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A ClassB ClassC DECK DEPARTMENT iv 0 W' 0 26 0 1 2 5 0 0 0 1 7 6 ' V. 3 1 4 ^ 0 8 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 1 0 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT I' I Totals All Departments 50 1 10 10 1 2 149 9 * 'Total Registered" means the number of nien who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. •• "Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Belated Holiday Greetings A', '• Rewarding the Instructor S/l/ members, pensioners and their families and friends had an opportunity to send their holiday greetings in the December I99I. Seafarers LOG. Due to the nature of the mail, however, some of the greeetings were not received in time for the holiday issue. They are printed below in the hopes that the sentiments expressed will last well into the new year. To Mr. President, crewmembers, retired memliers and all Seafarers As a retired member of the SIU, we express our best wishes for all members of the Seafarers International Union. We admire all your courageous lashing operations during severe weather conditions in order to give aid to those in need, especially the refugees. I thank you. With great respect Hilda and Frans De Keyzer • ••,-;-r.',v.'V'-3i:'"'^^, m 18 To Dawn-Dawn, X-Man, Bonehaad and everyone dse out tliere from Hawaii Merry Xmas, Happy New Year. Hawaii reunion at Hussy's wedding! Yvonne DeSilva To Mr. Joe Sacco You're doing a very good job. Gordon Lee To Paul A. Peralta The very nicest thingabout Christmas isshar­ ing it withyou. Forthis greeting brings such happy hopes for Lupe and you on Christmas Day. Your brotl^r always, Magdaleno A. Peralta Allen and Jax and Norfolk Hello from the Indomitable. Have a Merry Christmas and a Hai^y New Year. May our ships sail smoothly. Dannis Allen Thompson '.y-'-f. y v-v,'- - -;-v The students in the Third Assistant En^ were so pleased with the teaching of their instructor, Eric Malzkuhn, that they decided to show him their appreciation. Pictured is class representative Frank Tymczyszyn presenting an award plaque to Malzkuhn. DeCola Promotes Upgrading at Lundeberg School Chief Cook Jerry DeCola recommends that all Seafarers upgrade their skills at the Lundeberg School. That is what the veteran Seafarer told a LOG reporter during an inter­ view for the "Inquiring Seafarer" column which ^peared in the August issue. However, while DeCola's message was reported ac­ curately, the LOG misidentiBed him as a retired messman. DeCola sailed as a chief cook and now works for the union at the SIU haU in Philadelphia. -.n4-%4 V--S . y-. - • Chief Cook deny DeCola • ••• ,- ^'l^^^pBMff^mWpiL^rlT^TI¥f-•rTr—TiTnt-'ir-n —nr—-tnr-i'n-r - -f - - - •, - '^ \ I ^ ^ ^ ^M . 'i �{-"-•V-'i''' " ;-X rvy FEBItUAIiri992 17 Kirklanil Responds to 'Lazy U.S. Worker* Charge (Editors Note: The following is a column by AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland issued last month in response to a statement by a Japanese parliamentarian about U.S. workers.) When a senior Japanese politician blamed America's economic and trade problems on U.S. workers, President Bush was handed a perfect opportunity to recover some of the public rela­ tions ground he had lost on his recent, ill-fated trip to Tokyo. Once again, however, he dropped the ball. What Yoshio Sakurauchi, the Speaker of Japan's lower house of parliament, was reported to have said is, "the source of the problem is the inferior quality of U.S. labor," that "U.S. workers are too lazy" and that "they want high pay without working." He was also quoted as saying that 30 percent of the American workforce "cannot even read." Although we are told that such comments appear often in Japanese industry magazines and other publications, they bear no resemblance to the truth, which is that the average American worker—by all measures and ac­ counts—is the most productive in the world. Measured by Gross Domestic Product per employed person, Japanese workers produce, on average, only 77 percent as much as their American counterparts, despite the fact that they work 15 percent more hours per year. While it is true that Japan's productivity has grown faster over the past few decades, they've had a lot of catching up to do. And since the 1982 recession, the U.S. has done well even by this measure, with our productivity growing 37 percent to Japan's 38 percent. Meanwhile, the absolute level of worker productivity remains substantial y higher in the United States. And despite Japanese com­ plaints about American wages, the facts show that unit labor costs in U.S. manufacturing actually decreased slightly in the second half of the past decade, while that of Japan rose 63 percent. Although it'is nothing to brag about, U.S. manufacturing workers are now paid less than those in a dozen other industrialized countries, whose international "competitive­ ness" nevertheless exceeds our own. Can it be that "competitiveness" is not measured by labor cost and efficiency, but by the prowess of other countries in pursuing and defending market share through— dare I say it—mercantilism? Needless to say, claims of a 30 percent illiteracy rate in the U.S. are wholly without foundation. The real illiteracy rate is less than five percent. The fact of the matter is the working men and women of America have borne the brunt of the sacrifices that our business and government leaders have decreed were necessary to make America more competitive in the global marketplace. Business leaders, on the other hand, have arranged to shelter themselves very cozily from the harsh winds of competi­ tion. So when American workers are maligned, as they were last week by one of Japan's most senior politicians, they certainly deserve more than silence from the presi­ dent of the United States, especial­ ly one who campaigned for the office while wrapped in the American flag and loudly promis­ ing to defend American values at home and throughout the world. In this case, when the available evidence so clearly refutes the Japanese statements concerning the productivity of American workers, it would have been easy for the president to live up to this promise. His failure to do so may indicate his concurrence with what has been said or his reluctance to challenge the Japanese big shots on his Rolodex. Why doesn't he just say so? In either case, working American men and women deserve better. 'Outstanding' Fare on LNG Libra Significant statistics an AFL-CIO Newsgrafic America leads in productivity Gross domestic product per worker as a percent of the U.S. level in 1990 100% 100% ji: 90% |:i 75% iliii1 88% 79% j/rrr^. ill j The U.S. worker produced more value than workers in any other countiy. Workers in France produced 90 percent of what U.S. workers produced, and in Japan only 77 percent. 77% 74% in 71% 68% 43% f 50% ;»i|; 1 •. 25% ' .xi:;::-:;;::;::- 0% ^ 7 U.S. France Italy Germany Japan Austria Britain Sweilen Korea Source: Bureau ol Latxx Statistics A merican workers still lead all other industrial nations in productivity, despite the continuing deficit in merchandise trade, according to data compiled by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. labor costs have actually declined between 1985 and 1990, while rising in all other ma1 or trading countries, inc uding Japan, Germany, Britain, Sweden, Italy, Korea and Taiwan. Meanwhile, real wages and benefits for the average American worker slipped 0.4 percent between 1985 and 1990. During the same period, total worker compensation rose 19 percent in Germany, 14 percent in Japan, 12 percent in Britain and Italy, 8 percent in Sweden, 3 percent in France and 2 percent in Canada. U.S. workers lag in compensation Hourly wage and benefit costs for production workers in all manufacturing, 1991 Norway $21.86 Germany $21.53 Sweden $20.93 Switzerland $20.83 Finland $20.76 Belgium $18.94 Netherlands $18.22 Denmark $17.85 Austria $17.01 $16.41 Canada $16.02 France $15.23 $14.77 Source: Bureau o( Latxx Statistics Special Guests, Special Food - J. oc- . 't' •".v. V-:'" • •A. • LNG Libra Enaine Delegate Bill Sullivan, who sent the above photo the LOG, says the ship's galley crewmembers outdid themselves with their Chnstmas Sr From left o right are: Chief Cook Martin Buck, SA George Rueth, Steward Se Schm^^^^ SA Tom Laffey and SA William Smalley. Army personnel and seamen alike got a chance to partake In a culinary feast prepared by Third Assistant Cook WIgberto Reyes and the rest of the Cape Catoche galley gang. Chief Cook KImberly Carter doubled as both cook and photographer for the event. ' . i • •4- • �v- • . M'J'-t'''''' 18 SEAFAHERS LIM! novative Oriental cuisine. Thanks also to deck gang for cooperation in keeping messhalls clean and secured in rough Alaskan weather. Thanks also to engine department for constant hot water. ft r:'" 4 .Ik-, The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shlplnmrd minutes as possible. On occasion, ttecause of space limitations, some will be omitted. Ships minutes fust are reviewed by the union's contract rhpartment. Those Issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships minutes. The minutes are then forwarded to the Seafarers LOG. SPIRIT OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), October 6 — Chairman S.W. Parr, Secretary J. Tucker, Engine Delegate Stephen Treece. Chairman noted ship headed for Sudan. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted mail to he sent from Suez Canal. •jti ••i: • 1'•T -1 i 11 AMBASSADOR (Crowley Caribbean Transport), November 26 — Chairman Leon T. Jekot, Secretary Milton Yournett. Chairman announced payoff. Secretary thanked all hands for job well done. Educational director urged mem­ bers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted dishwasher's motor broken. Crew extended vote of thanks to galley gang for Job well done. ft, yp AMERICAAI EAGLE (Pacific Gulf Marine), November 3 — Chairman Billy . Eastwood, Secretary Kevin Deegan, Educational Director W. Jones. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department for clarifica­ tion on pay for transporting hazardous material. CAPE HORN (lOM), November 3 — Chairman J. Sosa, Secretary D. Banks, Deck Delegate R. Meyer, Engine Delegate S. Nolan, Steward Delegate Norman Erickson. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crewmembers conveyed wishes for happiness to all SIU brothers in the new year. C4PE//0/?/V(I0M), November 17 — Chairman J. Sosa, Secretary D. Banks, Steward Delegate Norman Erickson. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chair­ man thanked deck department for excel­ lent work. CAPE HORN (lOM), November 24 — Chairman J.Sosa, Deck Delegate R. Meyer, Secretary D. Banks, Steward Delegate Norman Erickson. Secretary noted company approved microwave. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. t . CHARLES L. BROWN(Jransocearuc Cable), November 30 — Chairman Jeremiah Harrington, Secretary Donna Lindsey, Engine Delegate D. Wise, Steward Delegate Erik Ivey. Crew re­ quested telephone at gangway be rewired to outside line for crew use. Chairman reminded crew about impor­ tance of respecting fellow crewmembers ^ ''"V'gsMitr,. Ultrasea Is Good Feeder • ./'V-'-V''''--'"^f''"'.''v-'- -) Chief Cook Joe Brooks and Acting Steward Rodolfo ("Rudy") Xatruch help make voyage 045 aboard the Ultrasea a culinary success. •yrngM} I and their belongings. Treasurer noted ship's fund was used to purchase Softball equipment. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted refrigerator needs repair, and new First Aid kit also n^ed. Next port: Honolulu. OVERSEAS HARRIETTE (MOS), November 11 — Chairman W. Jeffer­ son, Secretary C. Hazzard. Chairman announced payoff scheduled for New Or­ leans. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND EXPEDITION (Sea-Land Service), November 24 — Chairman Carlos DeGracia, Secretary E. Vaz­ quez, Educational Director Dann Manthei. Chairman noted everything running smoothly. Secretary thanked crew for keeping messhall and lounge clean. No non. Steward Delegate P. Zilkow. Crew still waiting for furniture. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew extended vote of thanks to steward department. CHARLES L. BROWN (Transoceanic Cable), December 31 — Chairman J. Harrington, Secretary D. Lindsey, Deck Delegate Richard Morris, Engine Delegate W. Carroll. Chairman ex­ plained layoff routes. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Chairman explained SAB Action 358, which allows Piney Point OSs to stay aboard cable ships for 240 days and then upgrade to AB. He stressed safety. Liberty Sun Pays Off in New Orleans GOLDEN ENDEAVOR (Apex Mariire), November 25 — Chairman Luke Wells, Secretary F.W. Bishop. Chairman urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and support SPAD. He announced schedule for cleaning tanks. No beefs or disputed OT. Crew received copies of Se^arers LOG. Crew asked contracts department for clarifica­ tion on deck department overtime. Crew extended vote of thanks to steward department. G/?OrOAf (Sheridan Transportation), November 24 — Chairman Neil Matthey. Secretary M. DeLoatch, Educa­ tional Director R. Naloi, Deck Delegate Phil Poole, Engine Delegate Abraham Daif, Steward Delegate Abdul Aziz. Chairman announced payoff scheduled for Mobile, Ala. He suggested crewmem­ bers donate to SPAD. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew extended vote of thanks to galley gang. GULF TRADER (All Marine Services), November 19 — Chairman Steve Castle, Secretary J. Williams, Educa­ tional Director George Wallis, Deck Delegate A. Galib, Engine Delegate Thomas Betz, Steward Delegate Russell Barnett. Educational director en­ couraged members to upgrade at Lun­ deberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman asked members to reduce noise. Crew noted mail service slow. LONG L//VES(Transoceanic Cable), November 12 — Chairman Joseph Olson, Secretary Michael Bonsignore, Deck Delegate J.D. Harris, Engine Delegate E. Cox, Steward Delegate R. Rowe. Chairman reminded members about separating plastic from trash. He noted importance of proper care and cleaning of crew lounge. Secretary ex­ pressed need for fellow shipmates to upgrade at Lundeberg School. He noted school's excellent teachers and facilities, including outstanding library. Treasurer reported $94 in ship's fund. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department, with spe­ cial thanks to Chief Cook Benny Cor­ pus and Chief Steward Bonsignore for putting out terrific food for crew of 121. Next port: England. OVERSEAS ALASKA (MOS), November 17 — Chairman L. Temple, Secretary Steven Parker, Deck Delegate Jeffrey Kass, Engine Delegate U. Bar­ ber. Chairman reminded all crewmem­ bers to keep doors locked, as one member recently had cash stolen while ship was docked. Secretary requested in­ formation from contracts department on manning for steward department. He thanked crew for helping secure every­ thing during rough weather. He reminded members to separate plastics. Treasurer reported $286 in ship's fund. He noted crew voted unanimously to donate to crewmember whose money was stolen. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Recent storm wiped out all trash barrels on fantail, also took out deck rails, electrical cable housings and telephone hookups. Crew gave galley gang special vote of thanks, especially Chief Cook Manny Basas for his in­ Crewmembers aboard the Liberty Sun get a chance to discuss union business with SIU Patrolman Steve Judd (far left). They are (frorit row) Chief Cook Jerome Johnson, AB L. Hoffman, (second row) Bosun P.H. Greenwood, Wiper German C. Valerie, AB R.L. Favalora, (third row) Larry Martin, AB J.M. Cornwall and Wiper GaryToomer. beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew ex­ tended vote of thanks to galley gang for good chow. SEA-LAND INTEGRITY(Sea-Land Service), November 17 — Chairman D. Leon, Jr., Secretary Pedro Laboy, Educational Director M. Rivera, Deck Delegate Carlos Irizarry, Steward Delegate B. Santos. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Chairman extended extra votes of thanks to steward depart­ ment and other crewmembers for jobs well done and pleasant voyage. THOMPSON PASS (lOM), November 11 — Chairman J.R. Colson, Secretary F. King, Educational Director M. WeUs. Secretary reported smooth sailing, . thanked crew for cooperation. Education­ al director called for improved com­ munication between crewmembers. No beefs or disputed OT reported. DSNS BARTLETT(Mar Ship Operators), November 2 — Chairman Carl Larson, Secretary James Dunne, Engine Delegate Fred Wrede. No beefis or disputed OT reported. Crewmembers •have not received mail at any port. WESTWARD VENTURE (lOM), November 29 — Chairman Michael Kadderly, Secretary R.B. Sanderson, Educational Director Chris W. Cunnin­ gham, Deck Delegate George Vukmir, Engine Delegate Ahmed Hussain, Steward Delegate Terry White. Radio still ashore for repairs. Secretary urged members to donate to SPAD and save the Jones Act. Educational director en­ couraged members to read Seafarers LOG and donate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reviewed LOG and discussed current issues. Crew needs new TV, as old picture tube finally went after 11 years. Crew thanked galley gang for Thanksgiving dinner. Steward department thanked crew for cooperation from all departments. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. AMERICAN FALCON (Crowley Carib­ bean Transport), December 1 — Chair­ man William Dowzicky, Deck Delegate O. Rappana, Engine Delegate R. Han- ' CAPE COD(OMl Corp.), December 8 — Chairman E. Bronstein, Secretary Stephen Bates, Engine Delegate Aii Hassan, Steward Delegate Gerald Hyman. New dryer has been installed in crew laundry. Chairman read AIDS awareness pamphlet and discussed cur­ rent legislation affecting merchant mariners. He emphasized importance of SPAD and upgrading at Lundeberg School. Secretary thanked crew for cooperation. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reviewed parts of SIU constitution, welfare plan and retirement procedures. Lounge needs new TV and VCR. Crew thanked galley gang fw out­ standing job: great food and spotless messhall and galley. Crew expressed pride about Cape Cod being last C23A type vessel still running following Per­ sian Gulf War. EQUALITY STATE(lOM), December 19 — Chairman Claude Leycock, Educational Director Mann Aroon, Deck Delegate James World, Engine Delegate Michael Manuel, Steward Delegate Dwight Brandon Maeda. Chairman reported more than, $1,500 in ship's fund. He reminded crew that payoff will not commence until union patrolman is on board. Secretary reminded crewmembers they may not va­ cate vessel until properly relieved. Educational director urged members to take advantage of upgrading courses at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman thanked crew for overcoming difficulties and getting the job done. Crew thanked galley gang for many fine meals. Next port: Oakland, Calif. GALVESTON BA Y (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), December 1 — Chairman Joe Herron. Secretary Dan Brown, Educational Director Mike Scinto. Chairman urged members to read President's Report in Seafarers LOG. Educational director reviewed new required-viewing safety videotapes on board. He stressed impor­ tance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. Continued on page 20 �.• 'r^vV"' ••"::-^r^^ • . .• • .•' •'••v- --:^^^' A^•'y:, ^ FEBRUARY 1^ T he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 39 members this month. Twenty-nine of those signing off sailed in the deep sea division, while seven sailed in the inland division. One sailed in the Great Lakes division, one sailed in the railroad marine division and one sailed in the Atlantic Fisheimen's division. Galley gang member Earl Pippens, 76, is the oldest of the new pensioners. Brother Pippens joined the SIU more than 20 years ago, after a 21-year career in the Navy. Engine department member Joe Atchison has been a member longer than any of the others who are retir­ ing. Brother Atchison joined the Seafarers in 1945. Brief biographical sketches of Pippens, Atchison and the other new pensioners follow. DEEP SEA JOE ATCHISON, 64. joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of Mobile, Ala. The Alabama na­ tive shipped in the engine depart­ ment and upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School. A veteran of three wars. Brother Atchison worked for the Sea-Land shore gang for eight years before retiring. He was honored last October at the West Gulf Ports Council Dinner in Hous­ ton, where he received a ship's wheel with an engraved plaque con­ gratulating him on 30 years' sea time. Brother Atchison has retired to Galveston, Texas. PAULS. BLAND, 67, joined the Seafarers in 1951 in the port of SaVannah, Ga. Bom in Fruitland Park, Ha., he sailed in the en­ gine department. In 1976 Brother Bland upgraded to QMED at the Lundeberg School. He served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. Brother Bland resides in Jacksonville, Ha. CLAUDIO BOBADILLA, 67, joined die SIU in 1971 in Yokohama^, Japan. He was bom in the Philippine Islands and sailed in the steward department Brother Bobadilla served in the Navy firom 1946 until 1967. He has retired to the Philippines. CLARENCE BURGO, 66, joined the Seafarers in 1966 in the port of San Francisco. A native of Hawaii, he graduated from the bosun recertification class at Piney Point in 1980. Brother Burgo calls Kaneohe, Hawaii home. COSTAS DAYOS,66, joined the union in 1961 in the port of New York. Bom in Greece, he sailed in the blackgang. Brother Dayos served in the Army from 1952 to 1954. He has retired to Greece. - ... v 19 To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each monthin the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. HARRY M. FISHER, 67, joined the SIU in 1965 in his native Mobile, Ala. He became a recer­ tified bosun after completing course work at the Lundeberg School in 1984. Brother Fisher still calls Mobile home. JULIUS FRANCUMJR.,62, joined the Sea­ farers in 1957 in the port of Bal­ timore. A native of North Carolina, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Francum completed the bosun recertification course in 1985. He served in the Army from 1952 to 1953. Brother Francum has retired to Lenoir, N.C. RICHARD CEILING, 69, joined the SIU in 1958 in the port of New York. Bom in Lyons, Dl., he completed the steward recer­ tification program in 1987. Brother Geiling has retired to Seattle. JAMES K. HAINES, 56, joined the Seafarers in 1961 in the port of Philadelphia. The Pittsburgh native sailed in the deck department. Brother Haines served in the Navy from 1955 to 1959. He resides in Reseda, Calif. WILLIAM J. JOE, 62, joined the SIU in 1952 in his native New York. He sailed in the engine department and upgraded frequent­ ly at the Lundeberg School. Brother Joe served in the Army from 1947 to 1948. He lives in St. Bemard, La. ELMER N. KING, 67, joined the Seafarers in 1947 in his native Baltimore. He sailed in the deck department. Brother King served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. He has retired to Missouri City, Texas. PHILIP J. LAMBIS, 61, joined the SIU in 1953 in the port of Seattie. A native of Pennsylvania, he sailed in the galley gang. Brother Lambis served in the Army from 1947 until 1951. He lives in Livingston, Texas. n CHUNG K. LEW, 64, joined the union in 1965 in the port of San Francisco. He was bom in China and sailed in the steward department. Brother Lew upgraded at the Lundeberg School to chief cook in 1983. He resides in Seattle. COLLIE LOPERJR.,62, joined the SIU in 1956 in his native Mobile, Ala. He became a recertified steward in 1984. Brother Loper served in the Army from 1950 to 1953. He still calls Mobile home. JULIAN LOPEZ, 66, joined the Seafarers in 1962 in the port of New York. Bom in Spain, he sailed as a QMED. Brother Lopez has retired to San Francisco. THOMAS J. LUNDY, 63, joined the SIU in 1955 in the port of Mobile, Ala. He was bom in Missis­ sippi and sailed in the engine depart­ ment. Brother Lundy lives in Hurley, Miss. WILLIE MITCHELL, 66, joined the union in 1966 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. A native of Durham, N.C., he sailed in the deck department. Brother Mitchell has retired to Haw River, N.C. EARL PIP­ PENS, 76, joined the Seafarers in 1969 in the port of San Francisco. The Mississippi native sailed in the galley gang. Brother Pippens served in the Navy from 1938 until 1959. He resides in Hay ward, Calif. ROBERT RAY, 71, joined the Seafarers in 1962 in the port of Wil­ mington, Calif. He was bom in Kan­ sas City, Mo. and sailed in the deck department. Brother Ray served in the Navy from 1938 until 1941. He lives in Wilmington. JUAN C. RODRIGUEZ, 62, joined the SIU in 1956 in the port of Hous­ ton. A native of Mexico, he sailed in the steward and engine departments. In 1975 Brother Rodriguez upgraded at the Lundeberg School to QMED. He has retired to Galveston, Texas. DONACIANO SANTIAGO, 54, joined the Seafarers in 1963 in the port of Philadelphia. Bom in Puerto Rico, he sailed in the deck department. Brother San­ tiago resides in Philadelphia. GEORGE SILVA, 66, joined the union in 1957 in the port of Philadel­ phia. He was bom in Oakland, Calif, and sailed in the engine department. Brother Silva Sferved in the Army from 1945 to 1947. He has retired to San Leandro, Calif. •r. V'K".; • i:-' •i- WILLIAM SUT­ TON, 66, joined the SIU in 1966 in the port of New York. A na­ tive of Ariton, Ala., he sailed as a chief electrician. Brother Sutton served i the Navy from 1943 to 1961. He lives in Medford, Ore. • • V; " f . I: PAUL THOMAS JR., 63, joined the Seafarers in 1948 in the port of Mobile. An Alabama native, he sailed as a chief electrician. Brother Thomas served in the Army from 1951 to 1953. He has retired to Mobile. MALCOLM THOMPSON, 56, joined the SIU in 1961 in his native New Orleans. He sailed in the steward depart­ ment. Brother Thompson still calls New Orleans home. • •- - • . " .-J -'-'..I • , V :- ^ • •• S , ERNESTO RAMIREZ, 66, joined the SIU in 1961 in the port of Houston. Bom in Paraguay, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Ramirez has retired to Hous­ ton. FRANCISCO TORRES, 66, joined the union in 1966 in the port of Tampa, Fla. He was bom in Ecuador and sailed in the enContinued on page 21 • I; " '•'•I: s- •' •' ''V ' . -J . �20 Ships Digest -/ ' Continued from page 18 No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department and Sea-Land shore gang. Crew wished all members a happy new year. Crew ob­ served one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers. Next port: Boston. •i, -/r-T. .;%'v^--- •l;j:3''- IE ''i:'v ¥';." •••••"' •'* • •• s /X, T .". .•*•" 'I'E aOLDEN MONARCH (Apex Marine), December 8 — Chairman David Martz, Secretary G. RIos, Educational Director M. Ruhe. Chairman reminded crew to clean rooms and turn in keys. Education­ al director advised members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew extended vote of thanks to galley gang for job well done. fl: '?7 SEA-LAND DEFENDER (Sea-Land Service), December 1 — Chairman M. WhitsitL Secretary M. Peacock, Educa­ tional Director J. Barry. Chairman noted good work and cooperation among crewmembers. No beefs or disputed OT reported. LIBERTY STAR (Liberty Maritime), December 8 — Chairman Wilfredo Rice, Secretary L. Bettis, Deck Delegate Michael Davis, Engine Delegate Louis Mullet Educational director encouraged SPAD donations and urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. ....• ^'•Jr OVERSEAS JOYCE (MOS), Decem­ ber 22 — Chairman R. Bradford, Secretary P. Alvarez. Chairman an­ nounced payoff and noted problem-free voyage. Secretary reminded members to Upgrade at Lundeberg School. Education­ al director urged members to support SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked deck and engine departments for concern in keeping spotless ship. JUPITER (American President Lines), December 5 — Chairman Wheeler Washington, Secretary O. Cody, Educa­ tional Director N. Gavin. Chairman noted smooth trip and good steward department. He urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md. Secretary and educational director also stressed importance of upgrading and donating to SPAD. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Crew was pleased to receive Seafarers LOG. Crew received certificate of appreciation from Military Sealift Command for participa­ tion in Desert Storm. Each crewmember received a copy. n OMI LEADER (OMI Corp.), December 30 — Chairman C. Smith, Secretary A. Panico, Deck Delegate Frank Revette, Engine Delegate Junius Williams, Steward Delegate M. Hussein. Chair­ man announced payoff. He noted oppor­ tunity to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew extended vote of thanks to steward department. OVERSEAS VIVIAN(M0S), Decem­ ber 29 — Chairman Jerome Williams, Secretary Douglas Hundshamer, Educa­ tional Director James Fonville, Tyrone Burrell, Steward Delegate Alex Jaradie. Chairman announced payoff. Secretary noted ship had no heat during two days in port in Boston. Educational director noted scholarship information posted on bulletin board. He encouraged everyone to apply. Deck and steward delegates reported beefs. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine delegate. TV antenna needs repair or replacement. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. DEU Cecil Edwards gets an oppor­ tunity to talk with New Orleans Port Agent Joe Perez when the vessel came into port recently. M director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $150 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for excellent job. JULIUS HAMMER (Ocean Shipholding), December 1 — Chairman David Zurek, Secretary F. Costahgo, Educa­ tional Director Ross Hardy. Secretary noted two crewmembers due for relief in Rotterdam. Educational director urged qualified members to take advantage of upgrading opportunities at Lundeberg School. He urged members to donate to SPAD, because SPAD is pork chops. No beefs or disputed OT. Crew received Seafarers LOG and letter from contracts department clarifying overtime rates. Crew noted no mail has been received. Crew gave vote of thanks to Steward Frank Costango and Chief Cook Richard Woroby for their work clean­ ing ship, for good meals and especially for superb Thanksgiving dinner. Edwards in New Orleans .1 SEAFARERS LOG LNG AQUARIUS (ETC), December 8 — Chairman John Japper, Secretary W. Justi. Secretary reported budget-cut­ ting moves by the company. Educational SEA-LAND FREEDOM (Sea-Land Service), December 13 — Chairman R. Woods, Secretary G.Sivley, Education­ al Director L. Pence, Deck Delegate P.L. Bean, Engine Delegate O. Mortensen. Steward Delegate E.Schrock. Educational director urged members to donate to SPAD. No brafs or disputed OT reported. Crew requested new equip­ ment for gym. Crewmembers asked con­ tracts department to look into their flying to port of engagement a day early so they will not be tired when reporting to work. Next port: Singapore. SEA-LAND HA WAR (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), December 25 — Chairman L. Vasquez, Secretary J. Jones, Education­ al Director D. Gordius, Steward Delegate Ron Dewitt. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew requested additional washer and dryer. Next port: Oakland, Calif. . SEA-LAND INNOVATOR (Sea-Land Service), December 7 — Secretary Nor­ man Johnson. Chairman urged mem­ bers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Secretary reported $291 in movie fund. Educational director advised members to check schedule for upcoming classes at Lundeberg School. He recommended electrical and reefer courses. Engine delegate reported beef. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck delegate. Crew asked contracts department to review a possible change in Seafarers Welfare Plan so that members are covered for alcohol- or misconduct-re­ lated incidents. SEA-LAND PACIFIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), December 9 — Chairman Oscar Wiley, Secretary Don Spangler, Educa­ tional Director Steve Bigeiow, Deck Delegate Mathew Bevak, Steward Delegate John Bulawan. Chairman noted all hands required for Coast Guard inspection in Oakland, Calif. He urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Educational director said that in STAR OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), December 8 — Chairman Gene Paschall, Secretary Chris Myers, Educational Director N. Patterson, Deck Delegate Theodore Bush III, En­ gine Delegate J. McCrary, Steward Delegate P. Mena. Chairman reminded crew about dangers of AIDS. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Beaumont, Texas. 18 years aboard merchant vessels, he has never seen as good a steward depart­ ment. He said excellent food deserves more than vote of thanks. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked con­ tracts department to ensure van service in Honolulu and Tacoma, Wash. Crew thanked first engineer for constructing weight room. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Tacoma. USNS CHAUVENET(Mar Ship Operators), December 2 — Chairman JefFFocardi, Secretary Vicki Barnhart, Educational Director A! Matos, Deck Delegate George Dehhnar, Engine Delegate Tom Taher, Steward Delegate Clyde Smith. Chairman welcomed new crewmembers. Educational director stressed safety. Treasurer reported $200 in ship's fund. Steward delegate reported beefs. No beefs or disputed OT reported SEA-LAND PERFORMANCE (SeaLand Service), December 1 — Chairman R. Newhy, Secretary L. Ewing, Educa­ tional Director A. Hunter. Chairman an­ nounced payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for new TV and microwave. SEA-LAND PHOD(/C£ff (Sea-Land Service), December 1 — Chairman L. Barbecues Are Popular On Board Ultrasea Seafarers enjoy a real home-style barbecued meal aboard the Ultrasea. by deck or engine delegates. Crew noted SIU President Michael Sacco was elected to AFL-CIO executive council. Reck, Secretary J. Jim. Chairman reported resolution of prior OT dispute. Educational director encouraged mem­ bers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew­ members were reminded to return ship's movies. AB Charles Howel volunteered to lock up movies upon arrival. USNS WYMAN(Mar Ship Operators), December 1 — Chairman Cecil Winstead, Secretary Michael Fooler, Steward Delegate L. Johnson. Educa­ tional director reviewed requirements for B book. He urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Deck department painted crew mess. Crew thanked galley gang for wonderful job. Bosun Winstead prevented injury to SA Gloria Gottschzich by stopping falling refrigerator during rough seas. SIU members L. Johnson and R. Miklos also assisted. Next port: Bermuda. SEA-LAND RELIANCE (Sea-Land Service), December 1 — Chairman AJ. Eckert, Secretary W.G. Lombard, Educational Director E.H. Frederickson, Deck Delegate J. Barnett, Engine Delegate Lorie Christmas, Steward Delegate Dennis Skretta. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew scheduled to receive new washing machine and new dryer in Tacoma, Wash. Crew thanked galley gang. UST PACIFIC (lOM), December 1 — Chairman Mark Trepp, Secretary P. Cram, Educational Director Thomas Flynn, Steward Delegate John Collins. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND SPIRIT(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), December 8 — Chairman John Schoenstein, Secretaiy S. Apodaca, Educational Director Charles Henley. Steward delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or en­ gine delegates. Crew noted ongoing problems with air conditioning. SA Hall at Work SEA-LAND VOYAGER (Sea-Land Service), December 6 — Chairman Peter Glennon, Secretary C. Crane, Deck Delegate Michael Wimmer, En­ gine Delegate D. Milla, Steward Delegate Gary Loftin. Chairman reported beef. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and donate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported by department delegates. Crew wants new VCR, as old one is broken. Crew extended vote of thanks to galley gang for job well done. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SPIRIT OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), December 15 — Chairman S.W. Parr, Secretary J. Tucker, Steward Delegate Douglas Allen. No beefs or dis­ pute OT reported. Crew discussed im­ portance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. They noted good trip and ex­ tended vote of thanks to steward depart­ ment. sf.-. KSsMi steward Assistant Antonio Hall is pictured in the Cape Mendocino's galley. • • : > V''-" -'S., I--'"-.I �,- -: -/-•..>/v"'rf IWRIUIiri992 l:l^' • 9r!^ i N-. .••• Pensioners departments. Boatman Gebhardt lives in Ambler, Pa. Continued from page 19 RICHARD MARKLEY, 64, joined the union in 1969 in the port of Bal­ timore. He was bom in Lancaster, Pa. and sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Boatman Markley served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. He resides in Ocean City, Md. gine department. Brother Torres upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School. He has retired to Tampa. BOBBIE G. WILLIAMS, 63. joined the Sea­ farers in 1951 in the port of New York. He was bom in Texas and in 1986 completed the bosun recertification program at the Lundeberg School. Brother Wil­ liams has retired to Houston. THEODORE E. WILLIAMS, 62, joined the SIU in 1966 in the port of Houston. A native of Greenville, Ohio, he sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Brother Williams upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1975. He served in the Army from 1951 to 1953. Brother Williams lives in Columbus, Ohio. INLAND LOWELL AP­ PLEWHITE, 65, joined the union in 1978 in the port of Hous­ ton. Bom in Texas, he sailed in the engine department. Boat­ man Applewhite served in the Navy from 1945 to 1946. He resides in Sacul, Texas. JAMES C. CAIN, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1966 in the port of Philadelphia. The Pennsylvania na­ tive sailed as a tugboat captain. Boat­ man Cain has retired to Glenolden, Pa. CHESTER V. FOSTER, 67, joined the union in 1966 in the port of St. Louis. He was bom in Arkansas and sailed in the deck department. Boat­ man Foster has retired to Cleveland, Miss. PAULGEBHARDT, 67, joined the Seafarers in 1978 in the port of Philadelphia. A nati ve of Ohio, he sailed in the deck and steward JOHN McDERMOTT, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1957 in the port of Boston. A Massachusetts native, he sailed in the engine and deck depart­ ments. Boatman McDermott served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. He has retired to Sunrise, Fla. VICTOR L. WRIGHT, 66, joined the union in 1947 in the port of New Or­ leans. He was bom in Kansas and sailed as a captain. Boatman Wright served in the Navy from 1943 until 1947. He resides in Terrytown, La. '^W-: - v Hannah Tugs Never Let Up OLS Transport tugboats and bar­ ges are built and operated to be in constant motion. TTie tugs, known to Great Lakes mariners as real "workhorses" are extremely ver­ satile as the loads they carry cover a wide variety of bulk cargoes. The Maty E. Hannah generally carries stone across Lakes Huron and Erie to Cleveland. "Unloaded, it takes six hours to go to Kelleys Island (Ohio, north of Sandusky), three hours to load, eight hours to return and five-and-a-half to un­ load," OS Brian A. Haley told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. The tug-barge combinations each maneuver the tight bends and turns of the lakes' tributaries that others can't. There's another major difference between the Mary E. Hannah and the self-unloaders that also carry stone. "We have a tractor on board to offload," Haley pointed out. The tug Challenger pushes a fuel barge across Lake Erie during the sailing season. Like the Mary E., it also offloads along the Cuyahoga River in Cleveland after picking up petroleum products in Canada. Jan Sonnie serves as a cook aboard the Challenger. "I really enjoy working on here," she said, in between fixing scrambled eggs and bacon for the other five crewmembers. Other OLS/Hannah tugs—like the Kirsten Lee, James A. and Donald—can be found pushing barges filled with asphalt, cement or petroleum products on Lakes Michigan, Huron and Erie. Another part of the fleet—^the Mar­ garet, Catherine M., Susan and Betty Gale—navigates the upper Illinois waterways with tanker bar­ ges. GREAT LAKES AUGUSTINE KUHL,66, joined the Seafarers in 1977 in the port of Al­ pena, Mich. Bom in Poland, he sailed in the steward department. Boatman Kuhl upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1980. He has retired to St. Petersburg, Fla. RAILROAD MARINE GILBERT J. HERBERT, 69, joined the union in 1960 in the port of New York. He was bom in Jersey City, N.J. and sailed in the deck department. Brother Herbert served in the Anny from 1940 to 1945. He resides in Parlin,N.J. I ''hi--. '•••I I M •I-?--"',-• "''• •" •W" OS Brian Haley fills out a crew list on board the tug Challenger. Cook Jan Sonnie prepares breakfast on the Mary E. Hannah. • ATLANTIC FISHERMEN STEPHEN D'AMICO, 63, joined the union in 1961 in the port of Gloucester, Mass. A native of Mas­ sachusetts, he sailed in the deck department. Brother D'Amico has retired to Gloucester. Overseeing docking operations from the bridge of the Mary E. is Mate Lonnie Keys. Rick Blue, an AB/tankerman on the Mary E. Hannah, waits to secure a line on a towed barge. ; Si y• r: nreHghting Course Meets CG Rules Seafarers who graduated from the Freehold, N.J. flrefighting course while at­ tending the Lundeberg School of Seaman­ ship between June 5, 1978 and December 1, 1989 have met Coast Guard requirements for advanced firefighting. Members must present proof of success­ fully completing the course when they apply to upgrade or renew their maritime licenses. Graduates who have any questions about their firefighting status may call the Lun­ deberg School's Admissions Office at (301) 994-0010. • .'f •: • •; AB/Mate Larry Sarver walks a line along the shore as the Mary E. docks. OLS/Hannah tugs like the Kirsten Lee are the workhorses of the lower Great Lakes. �•mmi: •i •' • »• # '• • ' ijaj TV;5r,5Sib t-V ^ 'V;/' 22 SEOFARBISLOa 4»it: • fM: • i4:' •h ,> . ;:"[•• • McAllister Tugboat Men Find Work 'Rewarding* .'K. _£:\-y0':i , • ' 'i':' 4'H -.• i1«:: ^ 'M o"'®' ^ili:l Skip Schilling, captain of the tug James McAllister, recognizes the importance of upgrading one's skills. Deckhand Tom Carlin says he is glad to have work during these economically troubled times. '^M-y '-ytyM fffiv-'::,'® When the SS Louisiana broke loose from its mooring in a heavy windstorm, SlU-manned Mc­ Allister tugboats from the port of Philadelphia responded. Seafarers worked for several days in midDecember to re-float the Louisiana and then tow it to Gloucester, N.J. 'There certainly was a lot of work involved," said Dick Reel, 54-year-old captain of the tug Eric McAllister. On more typical days, the Philadelphia tugs serve as pushboats for tankers, fruit ships and container vessels in surrounding areas such as Marcus Hook and Hog Island. Brother Roel, a 30-year member of the union, describes his job as "rewarding." He says he relishes the sense of accomplishment his work provides. Another member of the Eric McAllister crew, 37-year-old Deckhand Tom Carlin, says while he enjoys his job, he also ap­ preciates the fact that he has work in these economically tough times. He said he is thankful to belong to a union that is fighting to preserve jobs for Americans in the maritime industry. AB Frank Messick, a crewmember on board the James Mc­ Allister (another McAllister Brothers, Inc. tug), says he enjoys "being on the water. I've worked shore jobs, but I keep coming back to the water." Like Carlin, Brother Messick joined the Seafarers nearly two years ago. He has upgraded at the Lundeberg School, and fervently encourages his fellow union mem­ bers to do the same. "I'm going back again, too, probably in May,' Messick says. Skip Schilling, captain of the James McAllister, also recognizes the importance of upgrading. As for his job, the 22-year-old Seafarer says his favorite part "is just being out on the water." The McAllister tugs are singlescrew harbor boats with 3,000 horsepower. They can reach speeds of about 12 Imots. .iy-'Uy .yy 'I''" ;••«.'• »yy , ";'~,i ;'l- V' • , •'• llSSlKS 1 Eric McAllister tug Captain Dick Roel has been a Seafarer for 30 years. - j'J.-'.- •': ••:; I'm 'y'-'K••4, [••i^;''^" • ':!•" 4"-,: •; •'',- ' 1' ij- .. (. c'-,". I i.v, •..-.••^vii^' /y • AB Frank Messick is ready to upgrade again at tfie Lundeberg School. Lundeberg Scheel Students New Can Take Cenrses at Night For Seafarers upgrading their seamanship skills at the Lundeberg School, the institution recently added evening classes in a number of subjects. Additionally, the school has opened its computer lab each night to provide monitored, self-paced instruction in DOS, WordPerfect and various other technical pro^ams. Six courses are being conducted during the first night-course ses­ sion, which began January 8 and ends February 28. Thirty-one stu­ dents enrolled for classes such as developmental writing; composi­ tion and rhetoric; developmental mathematics I and H; college mathematics; fundamentals of physics; and principles of psychol­ ogy. There will be five more sessions this year. Advanced registration for Session n begins March 2, with those classes starting March 16. (Seafarers may, but do not have to, register early. Final registration takes place the last two evenings before each session begins.) Besides the new classes, in­ dividual tutoring and GFD preparation are available each eve- k' 'i - • •<>: Instnjctor Kate Richardson (right) teaches an English class at night. Grace Davis checks on Greg Eastwood, an engine department upgrader, as he fills out a math placement test. Steward department upgrader Gina Lightfoot receives information about the new night classes being held at the Lundeberg School. . : s, "• �FEBRUARY m2 Final Departures DEEP SEA LOVIC ADAMS, JR. Lovic Adams, Jr., 68, passed away November 21, three days after his birthday. He was bom in Tampa, Fla. and joined the SIU in 1956 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Adams sailed in the deck department. He was an active member at the time of his death. JAMES R. BRADLEY Pensioner James R. Bradley, 74, died November 9. He joined the Seafarers as a charter member in 1938, in his native Mobile, Ala. Brother Bradley sailed in the steward department. He began receiv­ ing his pension in July 1982. EDWARD COLE Pensioner Edward Cole, 76, passed away Novem­ ber 23. Bom in Barbourville, Ky., he joined the union in 1943 in the port of New Or­ leans. Brother Cole sailed as a bosun. He retired in Febmary 1978. JACK GARDNER Pensioner Jack Gardner, 81, died Decem­ ber 19. The na­ tive of North Carolina joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Baltimore. He sailed in the galley gang. Brother Gardner began receiv­ ing his pension in December 1976. ROBERT KENNEDY Pensioner Robert Kennedy, 63, passed away Decem­ ber 8. He was bom in North Dakota and joined the Seafarers in 1958 in the port of Houston. Brother Kennedy completed steward recertification at the Lundeberg School in 1985. He retired in July 1991. APOLONIOLINO Pensioner Apolonio Lino, 65, died December 12. A na­ tive of Hon­ duras, he joined the union in 1982 in the port of New York. Brother Lino sailed in the deck depart­ ment. He retired in July 1991. RICHARD MEYER Richard Meyer, 38, died December 1. He joined the Seafarers in 1981 in his native New York. Brother Meyer sailed in the deck department. He served in the Navy from 1971 until 1974. Brother Meyer was an. active member at the time of his death. JOHN MCCLELLAND Pensioner John Mc­ Clelland, 64, passed away December 9. Bom in Florida, he joined the SIU in 1960 in the port of New Orleans. Brother McClelland sailed in the engine department. In 1974 he upgraded at the Lundeberg School to QMED. Brother Mc­ Clelland served in the Navy from 1945 to 1948. He served in the Army from 1950 to 1952. Brother McClelland retired in December 1985. • EDDYPASCUA Pensioner Eddy Pascua, 87, passed away Novem­ ber 18. A native of the Philip­ pine Islands, he joined the SIU in 1959 in the port of New York. Brother Pascua sailed as a chief cook. He began receiv­ ing his pension in June 1976. JOHNRAMBO Pensioner John Rambo, 67, died Novem­ ber 6. He was bom in Florida and joined the Seafarers in 1944 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Rambo sailed in the deck department. He retired in September 1982. ISRAEL RAMOS Pensioner Israel Ramos, 85, passed away Decem­ ber 4. Bom in Puerto Rico, he joined the union as a charter member in 1938 in the port of Philadel­ phia. Brother Ramos sailed in the engine department. He began receiving his pension in Febmary 1971. before his birthday. He was bom in Texas and joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1958 in the port of Seattle, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Spence retired in December 1980. EVANGELOS STRAUS Pensioner Evangelos Stratis, 86, passed away Novem­ ber 13. The native of Greece joined the Seafarers in 1946 in the poit of New York. Brother Stratis sailed in the engine depart­ ment. He retired in December 1970. JOHNA.SPEER Pensioner John A; Speer, 70, died December 10. Bom in Honduras, he joined the SIU in 1973 in the port of New Or­ leans. Brother Speer sailed in the engine department. In 1980 he upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Brother Speer began receiving his pension in Oc­ tober 1987. FRANCIS WARD Pensioner Francis Ward, 75, passed away recently. He was born in Pit­ tsburgh and in 1958 graduated from the Andrew Furaseth Training School in Mobile, Ala. Brother Ward sailed in the steward department. He served in the Army from 1943 until 1945. Brother Ward retired in Febmary 1990. INLAND ROBERT ATHERTON Pensioner Robert Atherton, 85, died Decem­ ber 2. A native of Mathews, Va., he joined the union in 1961 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Boatman Atherton sailed in the steward department. He began receiv­ ing his pension in March 1972. ROBERT E.RIGBY Pen­ sioner Robert E. Rigby, 61, passed away May 31. Bom in Pensacola, Fla., he joined the Seafarers in 1957 in the port of New Orleans. Boatman Rigby sailed in the deck department. He retired in October 1988. EJNER NIELSEN Pensioner Ejner Nielsen, 69, died Novem­ ber 3. The Min­ nesota na­ tive joined the union in 1960 in the port of Detroit. Brother Nielsen sailed in the deck and engine departments. He began receiv­ ing his pension in Febmary 1982. SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT FOR SEAFARERS WELFARE FUND This is a siunmary of theannual reportof ttie Seafarers Welfare Fund BIN 13-5557534 for the year ended December 31, 1990. The annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required tinder the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). The Trust has committed itself to pay claims incurred under the termsof the plan. dy yV: Basic Financial Statement The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan was a (deficit) of $(25,530,370) as of December 31, 1990, compared to $(26,246,843) as of January 1, 1990. During the plan year the plan ex­ perienced an increase in its net assets of $716,473. This increase included unrealized appreciation and depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the current vrdue of assets at the beginning of the year plus the cost of any assets acquired during the year less the current value of assets at the end of the year. During the plan year, the plan had total income of $35,876,815, including employer contributions of $35,138,694, miscellaneous income of $63,122 and earnings from investments of $674,999. Plan expenses were $35,160,342. These expenses included $3,111,501 in administrative expen­ ses and $32,048,841 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. Your Rights to Additional infonnation You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. An accountant's report 2. Assets held for investment To obtain a copy of the full aimual report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of Mr. Nick Marrone who is the Plan Adn^istrator,5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746; (301) 899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $1.50 for the fbll atmual report, or 10 cents per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs given abovedoes not include a charge for thecopying of these portions of the report because portions are furnished without charge. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, DC, or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, N4677, Pension and Welfare Benefit Programs, U.S. Department of Labiar 200 Constitudon Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20216. ••J:..' Supplementary Information The plan has a deficit of ($25,530,370) as of December 31,1990, which includes an estimated liability for Retired Participants and their dependents in the amount of $30,717,000. This amount represents the estimated liability for payment of all future hospital, medical, dental, prescription drug and medicare premiums for the life of the pensioner as well as the dependent's benefits for the period provided in the plan's rules for the dependents of such pensioner. Please fill out the ap­ plication below and mail It to: John Fay, Sec'y-Treasurer Seafarers Int'l Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 FELIPE M. REYES Pensioner Felipe M. Reyes, 85, died November 10. The native of the Philippine Islands joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Reyes sailed as a chief steward. He retired in March 1972. ANDREW SPENCE Pensioner Andrew Spence, 71, passed away Decem­ ber 16, one week GREAT LAKES The shirts feature the SIU logo in full color on the front and "Politics is Porkchops" in blue on the back. They are American-made. Please send tiie new SIU t-shlrt to: :NAME. :ADDRESS. ; CITY, STATE, ZIP. The SIU has created a new t-shirt design which is available to all our memlters on a first-come, first-served basis. .'PHONE# BOOK# I SOCIAL SECURITY#. RATING : T-SHIRT SIZE (circle one) S ML XL 2/92 J I• .......... •f- . .1 • i. - �'>Ti'^i^Y«''' "'./^T'-^K"--*. ';Jr' , .,' ' " • .i"' •'' i'-l"'•'••' .;-7:, . ( i"'• ••j..''',' i'' L. -!,--;-'K'"I"'-''' .>•'' • ' '• •!•''. ->'• (•.•')!•• ^-''ViV'-''• 'y, .-'ii''-'' • ••• •• :::<:'• r:;r. ,;vi:y.l',;^l;;is,,; ^ -< • • 'c SEAFMERSLOG :;i|f' ,,:4i p 1%.; •• •'•':••• '''/i ..f, r.r •f:v:-, • ./ . . fe.'.'- Trainee Lifeboat Class 488—Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 488 are (from left, kneeling) Tfiomas Hooper, Michael Flores, James Alston, Jeffrey A. Eaton, Scott Melle, Walter Oswald, Michael E. Smith, Darin Millikan, Instructor Ben Cusic, (second row) William Soto Jr., Damon W. Pope, Eric T. Martin, Charlie Parson, John Gillespie, Doug Tuten, Christopher Weiscopf, Michael D. Smith, Ronald W. Brown Jr., Rudolph C. Hyndman, Othello Dansley and James Hennessey. Trainee Lifeboat Class 489—Recently graduating from trainee lifetjoat class 489 are (from left, kneeling) Cromwell Henderson Jr., Michael Terry, Richard Carrera, Michael Coombes, Arthur Purdy Jr., Junair C. James, (second row) John Helton, Matthew Ditullio, Dennis C. Bennett, John Paul Dawson, Mike Banks, Joshua Hollinger, Matthew Sipes, Bruce Rybak, (third row) Instructor Ben Cusic, Don Gray Jr., Phillip L. Greenwell, Lance A. Kuster, Demetrius De Rouen, Matthew Choate, Kenneth L. Crouse Jr., Caleb S. White, Jason Van Schorck and Peter Rossi. •••:'•'''rr'-. ii.: Upgraders Lifeboat—Certificates of training were received by the December 4 class of upgraders. They are (from left, kneeling) Instructor Ben Cusic. John Meo, Jeanette Bail, Joseph Previto, (second row) Christopher Boyd, Thomas Pryde, Chad Vickers, Donald Willis and Orlando Sacasa. ! ' Fireman, Oiler, Watertender—^Working their way up the engine depart­ ment ratings are (from left, front row) Marsha Dawson, Kevin Twiford, Ted Smith, Adolfo Arzu, Ben Stanley, Washington Oree Jr., Steve Norman, (second row) William Bums, Steve Simpson, Marlin Sanford Jr., Geoffrey P. Denesse, Jean Couvillion, Mark Glinka, Gloria Thornton, Richard Kent, (third row) Brantley Twiford, Allan Vargas, E.E. Louis, John Pagan, Erik R. Larka, Daniel Taggart, Ricky Williams, Mark Francois, Jimmy Tignor, (fourth row) Instructor J.C. Wiegman, Gilbert Brown, Bren­ dan McDonald, Jack Chapin, Jean Berger and Michael Wilkerson. Ps i I, |..- J The SeafiEurefs Hany Lundeberg School of Seamanship has revised its ' I self^study (X)iTespondence c<!mrses. Currently available are lessons in I ' English and mathematics. The acadenu^ department will add other ' I subjects as they become available. J « Seafarers can take advantage of this opportunity to increase their " I ioiowledge by writing to the Lundebei^ School. The materials are { I prepared in a straight-forward, easy-to-understand manner.Simply check i J the boxes for the lessons whicbinterest you, then clip and send the coupon | i totheaddmss below.^^^^^^^^^^ i I Pleasesei^thetri^ertal$chec^^^^ Able Bodied Seamen—Graduating with their AB endorsement are (from left, front row) Ken Frankiewicz, Roy Windham, John Hutchinson, Eddie Ponteres, Alex Relojo, Yahya Ghaleb, (second row) Juan Rosario, Bmce Collins, Mark Rivers, Jeffrey Chicklas, Wayne Martin, Nelson Poe, Wayne Journigan, John Thompson, (third row) Scott Sims, Al Jackson, Patrick Wynne, Ed Pace, Robert Jackson, Mike Rawlins, Robert West, Sean O'Doherty and Richard Higgins. m: \ ENGUSH Fractions Decimals Percents Algebra Geometry Trigonometry Plane ^f'. •• W: m:. Grammar Books Writing Business Letters • Spherical • hiame _ i: t Address. I. I I Telephone I Social Security #. <> |'|dpk--C > Cutout this coupeh arid Third Assistant Engineer—Completing the self-study training leading to an endorsement as third assistant engineer are (from left) Frank ("Frankie T) Tymczyszyn, Kelley Graham, Instructor Eric Malzkuhn, William F. Payne and Donald Smith. ..FF'Vv-v.• Rating. Academic Department Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship iv'iv-P.O. Box 75 .... ^i,-i Pio^ Polni, Maiyland^ 20a74 „ jr ' r �- - Lv--''- .' /. . -•' 25 Sea-Land Independence Moves to Far East Run X It is smooth sailing aboard the Sea-Land Independence as the container ship becomes part of the inter-Asian shuttle, according to Bosun Francis Adams. "We have a great crew," the bosun noted in the ship's minutes of December 24. "Everything is running smoothly." The vessel, which had been run­ ning on the European/Middle Eastem routes, now will make ports of call in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Sing­ apore and Japan. Included in the minutes sent by Chief Steward Nancy Heyden were photographs of crewmembers working on deck as well as enjoying holiday meals aboard the container vessel. P" 'J .f" Posing on the deck of the Sea-Land Independence are (left to right, kneeling) AB Jim Triassi, AB Donovan Christie, (standing) AB Mike Warren, Bosun Francis Adams and AB Horace Cooper. Getting into the spirit of Halloween are (left to right) AB Mike Warren, Chief Steward Nancy Heyden, Bosun Francis Adams and SA Samuel Concepcion. 'K.: t . Chief Cook Ernest Dumont is ready to senre anotfier hungry crewmember. : Painting and chipping is a non-stop chore Ready to enjoy a hearty Thanksgiving meal are Electrician Irwin Rousseau, QMED Mike Novak, AB John Finnigan and Bosun FrarK:is Adams. alKiard the Sea-Land Independence. Know Your Rights ' FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The con­ stitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the SecretaryTreasurer. A yearly finance commit­ tee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, exams each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recom­ mendations. Members of this commit­ tee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and In­ land Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trus­ tees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and manage­ ment representatives and their alter­ nates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the head­ quarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS; A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and avail­ able in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers App^s Board by certified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The proper address for this is; Angus 'Tied" Campbell, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copiesof contracts as lefeaned to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their , contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any tiine, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, they should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This estab­ lished policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this resfionsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money fOr any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should im­ mediately be reported to Union head­ quarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should ob­ tain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him of any constitution^ right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immedi­ ately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights inemploy­ ment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex, na­ tional or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the' equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. v'. -."i J SEAFARERS POLITICAL AC­ TIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its ob­ jects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, so­ cial and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Mer­ chant Marine with improved employ­ ment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and con­ tributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conducL or as a con­ dition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate ac­ tion and refund, if involuntary. A member should supp(>rt SPAD to protect and further his economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at head­ quarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. Hie address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. ( -«•. > • >!,'! " >,a •••f. • •MmyZ 1 it-Vr �"• '" A;:1^V^:'l ., ^.' v.> ^'' i'; /''j.'' ''^ " 26 SEAFARBIS Um t ' ::": ' , •.. •.,r-i-'-j»:- •'•• ,'i,'' 1 • I - " ^ J i :r^ ^^ -.•; VJv i^:^-.-'y'y •• "Vyy •'• -y'-.'' 'yyy ij- •• •, IZV': h:":X:..h''X:: .;j yi'y':-' -'y y h'"' ^ . embers and Dependents Should Apply IMow When the date "April 15" is mentioned, the first thing that comes to mind is INCOME TAXES ARE DUE. But for the jast 40 years, April 15 also has )een a deadline of a different sort—one in which money and op­ portunity are returned instead of owed. For April 15 is the last day in which applications are being ac­ cepted for the Seafarers Scholar­ ship Program. All Seafarers and their spouses and children who plan to attend college are encouraged to apply for one of seven scholarships being given out in 1992. Three will go to SIU members; the other four will go to the spouses or dependent children of eligible Seafarers or SIU pensioners One of the scholarships reserved for SIU members is a $15,000 four-year college Scholar­ ship; the other two are $6,000 twoyear awards to study at a vocational school or community college. Four scholarships in the amount of $15,000 each are awarded annually to the spouses . and dependent children of Seafarers and SIU pensioners. Ap­ plicants should indicate whether they are applying for a two-year or a four-year grant. The $15,000 college , scholar­ ships will be paid at the rate of $3,750 per year over a four-year period. The $6,000 awards are paid at the rate of $3,000 per year. For most scholarship winners, receiving the cash grant can greatly ease the financial burden as­ sociated with attending college. Many former scholarship winners say they never would have had the opportunity to pursue their educa­ tion without the SIU's help. April 151s Submission Deadiine Application Ciieciciisl The scholarship application form must be complet^ by ALL applicants. It is easy to fill out. \^at may take some time, how­ ever, is collecting the other paper­ work which must be submitted along with the application. This includes: • Autobiographical State­ ment. Space for this is provided on the back of each application form. • Photograph of Ap­ plicant. This should be a black and white passport-type picture and should be attached to the autobiographical statement. • Certified Copy of Birth Certificate if it is not already on file with the Seafarers' Welfare Plan. (Only applicants for a De­ pendent's Scholarship are re­ quired to furnish this item.) • High School Transcript AND Certification of Gradua­ tion. Request both of these items from your high school and ask that they be sent directly to the Scholarship Committee. • Official Copy of High School Equivalency Scores. If you earned a high school diploma as a civilian by taking the High School Equivalency examination (GED), have the State Department of Education in the state where you took the test send an official copy of your scores directly to the Scholarship Committee. If the GED test was taken while in the military, contact the appropriate agency and ask that an official copy of your scores be sent directly to the Scholarship Committee. • College Transcript. If you are already attending col­ lege, or if you have previously attended college, ask the Office of the Registrar to send an offi­ cial transcript directly to the Scholarship Committee. %/ Letters of Reference. Three letters are required for all applications. For dependents, one of these letters must be from your high school principal or One of your high* school teachers. If you have attended, or are now attending college, a fourth letter of reference is required, and must be written by the Dean of Students or by your major ad­ visor. The letters should attest to your character and qualities of leadership, and should describe the nature and extent of the extra­ curricular activities in which you participate. • SAT or ACT Results. The ACT or SAT test must be taken nolater than February of the year in which the awards are granted. This is necessary to en­ sure that the test results reach the Scholarship Committee in time for its deliberations. The testing service should send the results directly to the Scholarship Committee. (Be sure to request an additional score report form at the time you apply for the test.) On the registration form for either test, space is allotted to write in a code number that will ensure the score report is sent directly to the Seafarers' Welfare Plan. For the ACT test, this code number is 2875; for the SAT test, this code number is 0110. The application form and the first three items listed here should be mailed by the ap­ plicant. All other items should be mailed by the person or agency from whom they are requested. All items should be sent to: Scholarship Program Seafarers' Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Send lor Your Application Fmm Today ' 'T^he-scholarship program instruction booklet comes with the necess^ I A forms. It is available at any SIU hall or by filling out and mailing this I form. Send it to: I Scholarship Program I Seafarers Welfare Plan ' 5201 Auth Way I Camp Springs, MD 20746 [ Please send me the 1992 SIU Scholarship Program booklet which I contains eligibility information, procedures for applying and the applica' tion form. Name Book Number. • Address. I City, State, Zip Code. Telephone Number ' This application Is for: ' (self) • (dependent) 2/92 �,-."-.1"/ FEBRUARY 1992 * '5. ^ 1 • • :''r%m '992 imatABING CmiRSE SCHEBW »lipi TOe foHowing is the dunent course schedule for Marc^^ 1992 at the iSeafarers HanyXundeberg School of Seamanship. All programs are geared to unprovejob skills of SIU members and to promote the American maritime industry. The couree schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership, the maname industry and—m times of conflict—-the narinnV cwni-itv ; !. v' ' Maich2 March 13 May 4 MaylS June 29 July 10 Radar Observer Unlimited March 16 March 20 May 18 May 22 July 13 July 17 ,*f' -. /, >V:-rSlEa8#'K; Cdestial April 6 11.' : Mayl lliirdMate May 4 Augusfl4t Upon completion, the Seal^ Operations course must be taken. Tankerman March 16 July 16 April 10 July 31 Check-In Coinide^n Date Date March 2 March 6 April 13 April 17 AprU27 jMLay 1 , >'-* ; ' June 22 June 26 July 6 July 10 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must Ire taken, March2 March 16 March 30 April 13 April 27 May 11 May 25 June 8 June 22 July 6 July 20 June 16 .. fiiasic/Advanced Fire Fighting - • . (Last) . '- (Stale) Deep Sea MemberG si .Telephone _L. (Zip Code) Lakes Member• _L (Area Code) Inland Waters Member G March 16 May 11 July 6 Seniority U.S. Citizen: DVes • No ^ SIGNATURE. •' • •' Av';'-'" VT..;.' ;f I \g. , .• • •-••v - I- ' _DATE Department I am interested in the foUowing cobrse(s) checked below or indi­ cated here if not listed Home Port. • Yes Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? If yes, which program: from GNO to. Last grade of school completed Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? • Yes If yes, course(s) taken Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? • Yes GNO • No if yes, how many weeks have you completed?. Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement? • Yes • No Firefighting: • Yes • No CPR: • Yes Primary language spoken • . is'-"'.- _ >•- i-.;"- 11 Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held Date available for training _____ Z'iSik-'i Pacific G Book # . • • '• May 8 July3 August 28 If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Social Security # •;Vy. '. With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, yourclinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until aU of the above are received. RATING DATE DATEOF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE Month/Day/Year (Street) .1^ 1992Mult eaiwalkm Schedule FULL 8-week sessions Date of Birth (Middle) (Hist) j class at the end of their regidar course. Ihe following courses are available through the Seafarers Harry Luhdeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. Please contact the admissions office for enrollment information. • Check-In Completion Course Date Date !: . I"'" : <1 High Schcml Equlv^ency (GED) All open-ended (contact ; ;( Adult Basic Education (ABE) admissions office for starting , s f ] English as a Second Language (ESL) dates) ^ March 13 March27 April 10 i April 24 h^y 8 May 22 June 12 June 19 July 2 July 17 July 31 June 26 mfGRADINGAmH^mM Name • c- >• .// J Course Oil Spill Prevention & Containment (1 week) J/ . ruMiuCourm9 J ^ Vj'tS " Sai^Speclatt^^ Lifeboatman '•"X'-V.'"'-:' Check-Ih Completion Itete Date v-'Mayll'"''3/-': July 31 April 10 M^ r-\: May 11 June 19 : July 6 August 14 . Wtl students rnusttdl^meOil Spill Pr^eruioadnd Containment class. p J ihunproom Maintebai^ June 19 Marine Electrical Maintenance April 27 June 19 . Refr^eration Maint & Operations May 11 June 19 Rclrigerated Containers— March 2 April 10 Advan(%d Maintelianice June 22 July 31 isSifillii; . . x'L.?.',.. . Marine Electronics—-Technician! 'May 11 June 19 Marine Electronics—Technican H •;i'.3Jfune22"\ July 31 Basic Electronics •••:A^i^:i3' :: May 8 iiS-Siiiili , "iy Hydraulics March 16 April 10 June 22 July 17 ' > ' '' Diesel Engine Technology July 6 July 31 Ship Handling i$i:t Check-In Completion Course imte Date . As^fstaht Coofcr Cook and B^ker, All opieii-csided (contact admissions ChidT Cook, Chief Steward office for starting dates) Upon completion, all sturhras will ttdce a Sealift Familiarization class. ^Course .. QMI^-Any Ria^^ llremanAV^ '"-,;v''j.;' (Qty) Completion Date \ May 4 July 6 StmUanimprauj^fiiHirsi .'.'v Check-In Compleiion Course Date Date • V?'-Sssff • wiiSSSsf 'f -' AhleSeahiiaik March 16 i>^bruary28 May25 July3 * i", '' July20 August28 4 ffiwf /afe the Spiti Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Address Cji«ik-]hi Date MarchJO June 1 Course Bffisua Recertiilcatioii Steward Recertification • No — ' ALL DEPARTMENTS D Welding D Lifeboatman (must be taken with another course) • O D O • • •; • " ,L-- ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Adult Basic Education (ABE) High School Equivalency Program (GED) Developmental Studies (DVS) English as a Second Language (ESL) ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation STEWARD O Assistant Cook Utility • Cook and Baker • FOWT • ChiefCook COLLEGE PROGRAM D QMED—Any Rating D ChiefSteward D Associates in Arts Degree D Variable Speed DC Drive • Towboat Inland Cook Systems (MarineElectronics) • CertifrcaUfPrograms Transportaliaa be pMdin In •wwroamw M!eordaiice wim wHb the KhcdiilfaigBCMCT letter only if JUB yon proem pn ( orvgHW • • wupvi Mwwu win wm UK wc•^ncwumg vmj u original rcccqi receipts and nictasfti ENGINE — — DECK AB/Sealift 1st QassPilot Third Mate Radar Observer Unlimited Master InspectedTowing Vessel O Towboat Operator Inland • Olestial Navigation • Simulator Course • D D O D • Marine Electrical Maintenance n Pumproom Maintenance & Operation ID Refrigeration Systems Maintenance &Operation Q Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/CTiief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3rd Engineer Steam (H'Motor ID Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance ID Electro-Hydraulic Systems D Automation • Hydraulics D Marine Electronics Technician —^— piete the eonrw. ITjou hare any questions,contact your port agentbefore deputing for Flnejr FUinL RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Seafaiiets Huiy Lundeberg UpgiwlingCenter, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674. 2/92 ...ty T ji ^ 1:^ V.V .a /t 'y.. A:';::;' i. ; - ' I,_-h,,•)) ti S, It,*. t.j'j.g i I..,,, ^y-., ,s .5:1 A ^ .-i; . A,,';) ;t-I,T,-, -'y'v it ^ . - "l �^,rir'V*4ft*r<iC^»rt'---~5«i'Jv-.'-t/* • • ' • ;. 7«V'' ' ". ''' - .. •• r. ;", -. V- '"•••- 1 v'-'y ''•••, •• ;€Ji >•• '" , •• ' • .;• " • w-V4\Jv^V'!'cj'-V:'" •='••-•:- -•y V^"'^,-v •" SEAEUCEMCS Summary Annual Report Seafarers Welfare Fund Page 23 Volume 54, Number 2 1992 SlU-Crewed Tugs Save Six on Violent Lake Erie The SlU-crewed tugboat Wisconsin com­ pleted a daring rescue of six boatmen drifting on a tugboat and barge on choppy Lake Erie minutes before nightfall. Around 2:30 p.m. on December 14, the dis­ patcher at the Great Lakes Towing office in 10 to 12-foot seas, 35-niile-per-hour winds gusting as high as 60 and temperatures dropping to 30 degrees. "Then I heard people needed to be rescued and I changed my mind immediately," Fike recalled. S-.^: • II"';'• .i-5 - SlU members (left to right) Raymond C. Smith, Edward Fike and Timothy McKenna display the plaques they received from Great Lakes Towing for their Involvement In the rescue of six boatmen adrift In Lake Erie. Cleveland received a distress call from a non­ union tugboat, the Paddy Miles, towing the barge loaded with a crane. A second tug, the Hanun Thomas, also pulling the barge from Rocky River—less than 10 miles west of Cleveland— sank shortly after entering Lake Erie. Its twoman crew safely scrambled aboard the barge. Deckhand/Engineer Ed Fike was at home when he received a call to report to the 90-foot Wisconsin. "I asked myself what I was going out for," the 31-year SIU member told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. Weather conditions included Help Locate This Missing Child Not much information is available to go on, but the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children has asked the membership of the SIU to help locate KmberlyBenham. Missing since May 4, 1991, the 15-year-old is Kimberly Benham considered an endangered runaway and may be with an adult male com­ panion. She is from Leominster, Mass. Kimberly Benham has blue eyes and strawberry blonde hair. At the time of her disappearance, she was 5 ft. 7 in. and weighed 140 lbs. Anyone having information should contact The National Center for Missing and Ex­ ploited Children at (800) 843-5678 or the Leominster (Mass.) Police Department's Missing Persons Unit at (508) 534-4383. The 48-foot Miles had lost all power and its tow line when it called for help. Both the tug and barge were drifting to the east. News reports noted the only available Coast Guard rescue vessel, a 41-footer, was not rated for seas higher than eight feet. When the Wisconsin caught up with the barge, it was 1.5 miles east of the mouth of the Cuyahoga River in downtown Cleveland. "We made a pass for the rig and got a line on it," Fike said. Because of the high seas and icy conditions, the cable slipped off the cleat. "We re-rigged a line and went after it again. Considering the heavy seas, everything went really well," the deckhand added. One of the four men on the deck of the Miles caught the line and secured it for towing. The Wisconsin pulled the barge within the Cleveland breakwall where the Idaho, another SlU-crewed Great Lakes Towing vessel, was waiting. The Wisconsin returned to the lake to save the Miles. "It was getting close to dark," Fike remem­ bered. "We didn't have much time left." The Miles had drifted within 1,000 feet of the breakwall and was headed for it. The Wisconsin pulled alongside the smaller tug and secured a tow line on the first try. The whole rescue took approximately two hours. Fike said he talked briefly with those who were rescued, but "it was so cold and we were so wet, all we wanted to do was get warm and dry." However, one of those saved by the Great Lakes Towing tugs remembered them with a Christmas card. It read: 'To the Heroes: Thank you for coming to the rescue in a life-threatening situation. Your determination and profes­ sionalism will not be forgotten, [signed] Russ Maher, Willowick, Ohio." Other SIU crewmembers involved in the res­ cue included Deckhands Ray Smith oii the Wis­ consin and Tim McKenna aboard the Idaho. All three received plaques and letters of cbnunendation from Great Lakes Towing. The company also recommended the trio, as well as the cap­ tains and engineers on the Wisconsin and Idaho, for Coast Guard recognition. Finally, the television show "Rescue 911" has contacted the company about doing a story on the rescue. ITie following remarks were made by Congresswoman Mary Rose Oakar (DOhio). These remarks, as well as the full story of the rescue which appear on this page of the Seafarers LOG, were recorded in The Congressional Record on Tuesday, January 28,1992. MR. SPEAKER: In these times of daily % accounts of personal failings, it is with great p pride that I rise today to sMre with youthk | personal heroics of several Greater | Clevelanders, all seamen and all members of the Seafarers International Union. They risked personal injury and possible deathto save the lives of their fellow seamen late last year on the storm-tossed waters of Lake Eri^ Unfortunately, the American worker has been the object of scorn and ridicule ut recent weeks. I am proud to say that the selfless efforts of the men profiled here typify the work ethic which has helped to make the Greater Cleveland area the proud com­ munity it is today. f _ Part of the Great Lakes Towing fleet In Cleveland called out for the December 14 rescue. V'"" .4' I - .>,? '.'s,• ' : -, , ' � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource February 1992 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES APL LINES, SEA-LAND TEAM UP TO BOLSTER U.S.-FLAG SHIPPING ‘WORK TAX’ STATUS UNCLEAR IN BUSH REG REVIEW CG RULE REDUCES BENZENE EXPOSURE MEBA MEMBERS DISSOLVE MERGER; BECOME D1-PCD ROVER RESCUES 22 FROM SINKING KOREAN SHIP SHIPMATES RECALL SIU MEMBER KILLED ABOARD TRANSGLOBE IN ‘NAM U.S. GAMBLING BILL AWAITS PRE SIGNATURE LABOR PANEL PROTESTS GATT TREATY CHANGES AFL-CIO ATTACKS BUSH AGENDA SENATE TO TAKE UP ANIT- SCAB BILL EX-SOVIET SHIPPING COMPANIES TAKEN OVER BY REPUBLICS IN US/USSR SHIP PACT, SUBSTANCE MAY STAY, PARTIES MAY CHANGE ADMINISTRATION’S BUDGET CALLS FOR $1.2 BILLION FOR SEALIFT ASST. VP G. 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Tauzin to Seek Ropeal I He'll Give it a Shot Page 3 Congressman Gerry Studds told MTD delegates he will be looking for creative and new solutions to help revitalize Americanflag shipping. Page 3. .{; 4.: •v;:?S:4-:?,:..i: '•^'N 't-.r^U -'-J' �vS"':- i./- i •.. • SEAFAHHtSUOG President's Report •l-v«: I • • • •• •;>V-^-- ivui- ?a V •• . li ; -• ;• s>'- "•• i'-I ..:i: •l ••^. j^-'; ti.-.,'•. ii.. e' "• .:,. ; '•• •• ^^:, -v-'-. it.?;'. - :••;••,-•/ 1- ,. 1 :'f '1 ' '<'-'• ••A'' ' Editor's Note: The following column contains the text of comments by SlV President Michael Sacco on economic growth. Sacco's remarks were delivered to the executive board of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department meeting in Florida last month during a discussion on the state of the nation's economy. If you will allow me, this is a point at which I would like to add some comments. As bad as things are in this countty, with all of our mounting problems, the American labor movement can t^e pride in the fact that it has been trying to tell the people of this nation Michael Sacco that they should wake up. It is the labor movement which, more than any other grouping, has been ringing the alarm about runaway health costs and the need for a na­ tional program of protection for all citizens. It is the American labor movement which has been waming of the dis­ aster that will come from a trade agreement that will open Mexico as an official runaway shop for profiteers. It is the American labor movement which kept hammering at the in­ adequacy of unemployment insurance as the recession deepened. On and on it goes, in regard to every major social issue, the labor movement alone is alert to the problems that confront the mass of Americans. Unfortunately, our warnings are not always properly recognized. In fact, Americans—and polls have demonstrated this—hold unions partially responsible for the nation's economic plight. The rabblerousers, the union haters and union busters, the low-wage payers and chiselers, aided and abetted by a national administration that thinks this country should be run for the benefit of a few, have been deluding too many people that this country is better off when unions are weakened. And while I share the anger of most Americans at the Japanese criticisms of American workers, as "lazy," "stupid" and "uncompeti­ tive," I'm glad in a way that it happened. In the words of the old after­ shave lotion commercial: "We needed that." That Japanese misjudgment is serving to wake up the American people who, for some unknown reason, thought of themselves as separate from the working class. But they are taking the Japanese criticism personally and are examining the realities: For too long, the American worker has been taking the rap for our country's decline. For the past 10-12 years, unions, in an effort to halt the sliding economy, kept wages down, improved productivity and otherwise cooperated with management arid government to fight the stumbling economy. After all that effort, things kept getting worse, until even the President had to acknowledge the problem. And now the nation is beginning to un­ derstand that unions are not the problem they were made out to be. Much of the deep hole that we all find ourselves in was dug by inept, greedy management and lax and permissive government. Their stewardship of the people's welfare over the last dozen or so years can fittingly be described as the "creaming of America." While workers were accepting wage cuts and give-backs, manage­ ment was rewarding itself with enormous salary and perk increases that kept going up as sales and business declined and layoffs mounted. Al­ most without exception, top management of thousands of major corpora­ tions have been bilking their stockholders and companies as they and their appointed rubber-stamping directors skimmed millions and billions of dollars in profits through so-called stock option scams. Talk about violations of democracy and the rights of shareholders! You'd think that by now the victimized shareholders would be picketing the Securities and Exchange Commission demanding an end to this legal­ ized pocket-picking. But nobody beefs — except for the labor movement. All of this is finely getting the public's attention. It is beginning to understand the real causes behind this nation's dilemma. Just consider what the deregulated banking and investment businesses have cost this nation enormously as the country's workers pick up the tab for the wild period of leveraged buyouts, unsecured mortgage loans and in many cases—outright thievery by giant business. The latest calcula­ tions now are that the cost of this disgraceful episode alone to Ameri­ cans will be 450 billion dollars. It's still counting. All the while the national administration encouraged this kind of "competitiveness," if you'll pardon the expression. There has been case after case of federal administration insiders being involved in these scams, paving the way for set-ups, evading the law, cooking the books, and squeezing out millions for themselves that are now to be paid for by us, our children and grandchildren. Despite all of this, we still hear the tired, worn-out cries from those who sat on their hands when all of this was happening that "unions are the cause of all our problems." I am sure you've seen it in your own areas. We have one such example in our own shipping industry—another one of Bush's sony political appointments, a member of the Federal Maritime Commission named Rob Quartel. FMC is a regulatory agency which has the job of ensuring non-discriminatoiy rates and practices in ocean shipping. From what we observe, Quartel spends a substantial portion of his time flying around the coun^ at taxpayer expense, blasting maritime unions and calling on American shipping companies to pull down the stars and stripes from their ships and replace them with foreign flags and ^ foreign labor. In the couple of years since Bush found a spot for him on the public payrolls, we have never heard this cross-countiy gadfly offer one con­ structive suggestion as to how America could strengthen its shipping in­ dustry. When he leaves the commission, he'll no doubt return to his former business as a "private consultant" to "international firms" which find his anti-U.S. shipping activities right up their alley and a service to be rewarded. He will go right back through the revolving door along with the thousands of others who make some government connections and then turn right around and go to work for groups that are opposed to the interests of the American people. As President Bush pokes around for answers to the mess he's laid on this country, maybe he could begin by getting rid of some of the political hacks he has stacked his administration with and replace them with some creative thinkers who believe America should begin working for the good of all the American people. He could begin with the likes of Rob Quartel. Labor unions have always had their avowed enemies—and we probab­ ly always will. Mostly, they are people who believe in cheap labor and who would deny working people life's basic necessities and the better things of life. It is pretty obvious there is no shortage of challenges for the democratic trade union movement. More so now than ever. It is up to us to pull together harder than ever, to make the labor move­ ment the forceful factor in American life for which there is no substitute in the interests of working people. SlU Insists Work Tax issue Rates Court's Attention The Seafarers International Union has insisted that court action is needed at once to settle the mat­ ter of the work tax the Coast Guard is seeking to impose on American seamen and boatmen. The SIU's demand was filed in federal court in response to a Coast Guard legal move to side step the issue by asking the court dismiss the case. Attorneys for the Coast Guard are claiming that the plain­ tiffs, that is, the SIU and the five individual merchant seamen and boatmen who filed the lawsuit, face "no injury-in-fact" from the proposed regulations. The union, through its lawsuit, is attempting to block the so-called user fees the Coast Guard plans to collect for procedures associating with issuing marine licenses and documents. The SIU's lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia in December, charges the fees are in reality a tax on seamen for the privilege of working and, as such, are uncon­ stitutional. Further, the SIU suit claims the manner in which the Coast Guard deduced the fees was based on faulty data and gross in­ accuracies. It was in early February that the Coast Guard, through its govern­ ment attorneys, filed a motion to dismiss the SIU's lawsuit against the work tax, which, as described Volume 54. Number 3 by the Coast Guard in its rulemak­ ing last year, will be in the area of $135 for an AB or QMED en­ dorsed document and $330 for an upper level license. The Coast Guard court papers said the SIU's suit was "not ripe for review" and that there has been "no direct or indirect impact" since, among other reasons, "no fees have been imposed on any of the individual plaintiffs or any of the members of the union." The SIU's attorneys challenged the Coast Guard's assertions in their court papers filed in late February responding to the agency's move for dismissal. "Merchant seamen will have little choice but to pay the fees if they cannot obtain judicial review of the Coast Guard's decision before the fees are implemented. They cannot ply their trade without licenses and documents," the SIU brief argues. Additionally, the SIU court paper states that seamen and boat­ men "can ill afford these so-called fees, and should not be required to pay them unless and until this court finds that the Coast Guard is acting within its constitutional and statutory authority." The Coast Guard's plan for user fees came about as a result of a budget agreement made by the ad­ ministration and Congress. March 1992 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by theSeafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSC Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith; Assistant Editor, Daniel Duncan; Associate Editors, Jordan Biscardo, Max Hall; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene; Art, Bill Brower. IKV"! K �•:•: ' • • •r'.-i'-.-.'ji':*,, Hi ...,., .M ':V MTD Urges Firing of FMC Offlciai The Maritime Trades Department, consisting of 42 na­ tional and international unions representing 8.5 million American workers, called on President Bush to remove Rob MTD board of the labor Quartel from his job as one movement's efforts to ensure that of the five members of the the administration does not give Federal Maritime Commis­ away the store in upcoming trade sion (FMC). negotiations at the world level and The action was taken at the February MTD executive board meeting during a discussion on the state of the nation's economy. Quartel, while serving as FMC Commissioner, has contended that the United States does not need a privately-owned fleet operating under the American flag. In the two-day MTD meeting, which took place in Bal Harbour, Florida just prior to the AFL-CIO's executive board session, board members representing the department's affiliated unions, heard a call for "fresh" ideas to make American shipping competi­ tive from Congressman Gerry Studds. The Massachusetts repre­ sentative is expected to become head of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee next year. Two high-ranking members of the House of Representatives Democratic leadership. Con­ gressmen Steny H. Hoyer (D-Md.) and David E. Bonior (D-Mich.), called on trade unionists throughout the United States to reject the economic policies of the Bush administration by voting the president out of office in November's general election. AFL-CIO Secretary Treasurer Thomas R. Donahue advised the in talks with Mexico. Board mem­ bers whose unions represent in­ dustrial, transportation and construction workers reported on how the administration's lack of support for American industry had resulted in thousands of lost jobs and hundreds of company bankruptcies. Working People Blamed During the discussion of the economy, MTD President Michael Sacco, whose remarks prompted the executive board to call for President Bush to dismiss Quartel, noted that for too long, American working men and women had been "taking the rap for the country's decline." Sacco said that contrary to a public perception that labor unions have borne a disproportionate responsibility for the state of the economy, "for the past 10 to 12 years, unions, in an effort to halt the sliding economy, kept wages down, improved productivity and otherwise cooperated with management and government to fight die stumbling economy." Sacco, who is the president of the Seafarers Intemationd Union, observed that the American public is beginning to recognize that "unions are not the problem they Continued on page 9 Shidils Calls for Tresh' Ideas To Revitalize U.S. Shipping "•1 : i*--.<-A?.ti'* J' •• < -C'/ ' -.uL--'-5;; .s ,77"' /'.r" •::• -fvi -•.,-. Congressman Gerry Studds an­ nounced to the executive board of the Mmitime Trades Dep^ment he is ready to look for new ideas and fresh approaches to get American seamen back to work and the American maritime in­ dustry rebuilt when he takes over the helm of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee next year. Studds, a 20-year member of the House of Representatives as well as the committee, is expected to become its next chairman when Walter Jones (D-N.C.) retires at the end of this session of Congress. He addressed the gathering, which represents more than eight million trade unionists, at its winter execu­ tive board meeting last month in Bal Harbour, Fla. Studds, who was making his first public remarks about the com­ mittee chairmanship, said, "I don't have the answers, but they don't lie in the failed ideas of the past." The Massachusetts Democrat compared the nation's maritime in­ dustry with U.S. automakers to make the point that govemment must pay attention to key American industries. "Some in­ dustries are so important to our economy and to national security that we will intervene at the highest level of govemment to see that they survive. "Well, I say ships are important, too. And so are the people who build them and so are the people who repair them and so are the people who crew them. We have to renew our commitment." MTD executive board members dIscuSsed the current economic situation, upcom­ ing trade negotiations and the impact of those agreements on American jobs, among other issues, at a two-day meeting last month. •J • • I < SIU Attacks •Unfair' Tax, House Panel Pledges Repeal Three members of a House sub­ committee threw their support be­ hind an effort to repeal a work tax imposed on seamen and boatmen. The pledge to work for a repeal of the so-c^ed user fee on marine licenses and documents came from Congressmen W.J. "Billy" Tauzin, (D-La.), Herbert H. Batemart (RVa.) and Gene Taylor (D-Miss.) last month after hearing the tes­ timony of the SIU and other wit­ nesses representing marine labor. SIU Vice President Joseph Sacco, appearing before the Sub­ committee on Coast Guard and Navigation, which called the hearing, labeled the tax "dis­ criminatory" and "unfair" and called on Congress to work for its immediate repeal. Sacco noted that American seamen and boatmen were "shocked their govemment expects them to pay not only in­ come taxes, but now, on top of that, a work tax." After listening to the presenta­ tions of Sacco and three other panelists representing merchant seamen, Tauzin, who chairs the subcommittee announced that "Mr. Bateman and I have done some consulting and I think we need to move to repeal." Sacco noted that hundreds of seamen and boatmen—^both union and non-union—had contacted the , I' • SIU to find out what they could do to repeal the tax. He presented the subcommittee with petitions col­ lected by SIU member Anthony Primeaux that contained the signa­ tures of 438 boatmen working for 28 companies operating marine equipment in the Gulf of Mexico, llie SIU official also introduced "-s ii r want to thank the SIU for initiating the lawsuit. ' ''' "I —Cong. Billy Tauzin to the subcommittee the 44 Seafarers in the audience. 'These young men and women who earn their living by going to sea are deeply concemed about the work tax. They are all currently enrolled in our Lundeberg School of Seamanship where, after complet­ ing their course work, they will take Coast Guard tests to advance to higher ratings." Cong. Tauzin interrupted the hearings from the normal course of business to recognize the Seafarers and wel­ come them to the panel's session. SIU Moves in Court Sacco reported that the SIU was doing all it could to block the tax. Continued on page 9 ;j 'A.. Cong. Gerry Studds Studds said the maritime in­ dustry must be a part of the national debate on American competitive­ ness. "We obviously have to raise the fundamental question: Do we want, do we need a competitive Unit^ States merchant marine? If the answer is no, then we ought to Continued on page 25 '•7., SIU Executive VP Joseph Sacco presented Congress with petitions ur­ ging repeal of the tax. Asking mariners to pay a work tax is unfair, said Cong. Billy Tauzin. chair­ man of the House panel. V •• .r- • . :-m': • "f# mm �MS-a-SSa&ya •' i' ' ••-/• sfiiniffflisaN; 4 Pentagon Study Calls for More Sealift Capacity W$ik ' :'V'- ••.-i^' .-'•••V.'.'T-; 4)f..l; {MIT[. ti..' •••.•?' i R:I:K I: > , E; • iiS-^ Sg® --1! iVv;- • £ 7" ]' •' '• !' •' '•• '.V Based on protecting America's interest in a "turbulent" future, the Department of Defense has ad­ vised Congress that the military's transport needs require "prepositioning, sealift and airlift as^ sets linked to a transportation sys­ tem in the United States " According to a Pentagon report which was released last month, the U.S. needs more military cargo vessels as well as improved rail and port facilities in order to avoid the "considerable risk" of shortages that occurred early in the Persian Gulf war. The Mobility Requirements Study, of which an executive sum­ mary was made available to the public last month, calls for acquisi­ tion over a nine-year period of 20 large roll on/roll off ships and the chartering of two container ships for prepositioning around the globe. The report recommends assign­ ing to the Army nine preposition­ ing vessels and notes they would transport combat and combat sup­ port equipment. The Army is also to have 11 roll on/roll off vessels Andrew Card Succeeds Skinner As Transportation Secretary !, • iV' '•i' •, I-.:' •|! .' y;- Andrew H. Card Jr. I 4: ;i- for the rapid deployment of its heavy divisions. The eight fast sealift ships, which are crewed by Seafarers and which were used extensively in the Persian Gulf conflict, combined with the roll on/roll off ships re­ quested for the Army, should pro­ vide the nation with the ability to deploy rapidly from the continen­ tal U.S. in times of a regional crisis, said the study. The plan also calls for expan­ sion of the 96-vessel RRF to 142 ships by 1999 and an increase in the fleet's readiness. Expansion and modernization of the RRF would occur through acquisition of used ships or through build-andcharter arrangements or national defense features in new commer­ cial ships. At least 104 of the ships would have to be dry cargo vessels. Completion of this study set the stage for President Bush's budget proposal for an additional $1.2 bil­ lion to invest in sealift vessels. "In the future, the United States must be able to deploy its combat power more quicldy and with a Andrew H. Card Jr., who last year backed the buy Americanship American provision in the foreign aid debate while serving as a White House official, is the new secretary of transportation. He also attended the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at King's Point for a year. The maritime industry is thus hopeful that the new DOT secretary will put a top priority on revitalizing the American-flag fleet. The Senate on Februaty 21 con­ firmed Card, 44, the White House deputy chief of staff who was chosen by President Bush to suc­ ceed Samuel K. Skinner. Skinner resigned in December to become Bush's chief of staff. Last year. Card supported the buy American-ship American provision of the cash aid bill, reports the Journal of Commerce (Feb. 24, 1992). In so doing he bucked Ae White House, which opposed the cash transfer provision and threatened a veto before the House unexpectedly defeated the bill due to another provision in it. Card pledged to start spending quickly the money from a six-year transportation bill passed last fall. That intention helped him breeze through a confirmation hearing before the Senate on February 7. He endured one inauspicious moment during the hearing, how­ ever. Card told senators that he had a "latent'- interest in maritime af­ fairs. Senator John Breaux (D-La.) responded, "What we really need is a secretary with a blatant inter­ est, because of all the programs in your department, this is the only one that is in major trouble." Also during that hearing. Card said, "1 support the Jones Act and its implementation. 1 note that the president does as well." Regarding cargo preference, he stated, "1 do support the cargo preference provisions that Congress has im­ posed, and1will work diligently to see that the interests of Congress are respected throughout govern­ ment." Asked for his thoughts about foreign-built ships flying the U.S. flag. Card said, "My instincts would say that 1 would prefer to have them built in the United States and flagged in the United States and run by operations that are part of the United States. But 1 really would like to have an opportunity to further study that." Card has been deputy White House chief of staff since President Bush took office in 1989. He is a former Massachusetts state legis­ lator and managed Bush's 1988 New Hampshire primary cam­ paign. During the Reagan ad­ ministration, he was Reagan's liaison to governors, mayors, state legislatures and other state and local politicians. more robust level of support," the study said. Congress is reviewing the clas­ sified version of the report. Also, it is expected that the Department of Defense will ask Congress to ap­ prove legislation enabling the es­ tablishment of a "Sealift Fund" in the fiscal year 1992 defense bill. 0L5. S/i/p Gambling BBI Awaits ffifslr SImatmv A technical adjustment caused what is expected to be a minor delay in President Bush's signing of a bill that allows gambling on U.S.-flag passenger ships. The words "Soviet Union," which appeared in the original Cruise Ship Competitiveness Act, were changed to reflect the rejec­ tion of communism in the new Commonwealth of Independent States. The alteration meant the bill had to go through the House and Senate a second time; both branches quickly passed the legis­ lation late last month. Barring an unforeseen veto, the bill (H.R. 3866) could become law some time this month. The SlU and others in the U.S.- flag shipping industry strongly support this gambling legislation because, if enacted, the measure could provide sufficient incentive for investment in American-flag passenger ships. This would lead to thousands of new American jobs. Presently, two outdated federal laws prohibit U.S.-flag cruise ves­ sels from offering gambling. Foreign-flag ships are not subject to the same restrictions, though most sail from U.S. ports. Although more than 85 percent of all cruise passengers worldwide are Americans, only two of the more than 120 deep-draft cruise ships in the world fly die U.S. flag— the SlU-crewed Independence and Constitution. New Matson Vessel Christened Matson Navigation's newest ship, the R.J. Reiffer, will commence sen/ice in August. The MV R.J. Pfeiffer, the only large commercial ship under con­ struction in the United States, was christened February 15 at a shipyard in San Diego. The new 714-foot containership is owned by Matson Navigation Company and is named for the company's chief executive officer and chairman of the board. Delivery of the ship is scheduled for June, with service commencing in August. President Bush sent a con­ gratulatory letter which was read at the ceremony, conducted at the National Steel and Shipbuilding Company (NASSCO) shipyard. The letter read in part: "As part of our total domestic fleet, R.J. Pfeif­ fer symbolizes the continued im­ portance of our entire shipbuilding and repair industry —• an industry that boasts a long and impressive record of production. "The U.S. Jones Act Fleet, con­ structed under the Merchant • '"'/v. msm The fund not only would receive the $1.2 billion expected to be re­ quested in the '93 budget, but also may have transferred the pre­ viously appropriated $1,875 bil­ lion from FY '92. This fund would provide the resources to construct, convert and purchase ships for the DOD's sealift plan. Marine Act of 1920, has played and will continue to play an impor­ tant role in maintaining a viable U.S. Merchant Marine and U.S. shipbuilding and repair base....1 am pleased to reaffirm my support for a strong domestic maritime in­ dustry." Many speakers at the christen­ ing addressed the state of U.S. shipbuilding. Congresswoman Helen Delich Bentley (R-Md.), a longtime supporter of the American merchant marine, gave the keynote speech. Other speakers included Cap­ tain Warren Leback, maritime administrator, and NASSCO President Richard H. Vortmann. The vessel's projected crew complement is 21. Accomrnodations also are available for a riding crew, and there is an owner's cabin. The contract cost for the Pfeiffer is $129 million and does not in­ clude government subsidies. -.-.i'rr'-' �•m-- •#> - >/. Tellex Apiwtnied VP; Mangranig Hall Named J^sL VPs Augustin Tellez ' r ' 1- " ' V The executive board of the Seafarers International Union, At­ lantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District named Augustin "Augie" Tellez as the vice presi­ dent of collective bargaining effec­ tive inunediately. The move created an opening for assistant vice president for col­ lective bargaining. The board ap­ pointed Kermett Mangram to replace Tellez at that post. The board also announced Robert "Bob" Hall as the assistant vice president for government SCTvices, replacing George Ripoll who retired at the end of I>%ember. Under Article X, Sections l(j) and 13 of the AGLIWD constitu­ tion, the president has the power to fill openings created by retire­ ments between elections with the support of the executive board. Tellez, 37, takes over as the head of the union's contracts department from Angus "Red" , Campbell who retired December ' 31,1991. Lundeberg Graduate A native of Ponce, P.R., Tellez graduated in class 189 from the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in 1975. He began his deep sea deck department career on the T.T. Brooklyn. Tellez came ashore in 1978 to work in the port of New York, first as an entry-rating instructor, then as a patrolman. He was appointed port agent for New York in 1980. In 1987, Tellez began working at the union's headquarters in Camp Springs, Md. as an assistant to the SlU president. He was elected a vice president of Seafarers Intemational Union of North America at the 1987 conven­ tion. In his roll as the assistant vice president for collective bargaining, Tellez has been an active member of the union's negotiating team for the last two standard agreements. He also serves as a vice president for both the Maryland and New Jersey AFL-CIO labor councils. Tellez is a second generation Seafarer. His father, the late Augustin Tellez, sailed as a bosun as did his brothers, William and David, who died last year. His brother-in-law is Chief Cook Ben Santos. Mangram, a native of Jackson­ ville, Fla., graduated with a bachelor's degree in business ad­ ministration from Florida A&M University before heading to the Lundeberg School. He graduated from class 259 in 1978 then sailed aboard the Sea-Land Seattle as a steward assistant. The 37-year-old started work­ ing for the SlU in 1980 as a union education instructor at the Lun­ deberg School. He was appointed apatrolman for New York in 1981, a position he held until being named port agent there in 1987 to replace Tellez. Mangram is involved with the Hudson County (N.J.) Central Labor Council and serv^ in 1988 as a vice president of the Hudson County A. Philip Randolph In­ stitute. Bom in New York City, Hall began sailing as a deckhand on tug­ boats along the Mississippi River. He also worked on the Great Lakes and aboard coastwise tug­ boats before being named a patrolman for the port of St. Louis in 1980. Hall worked in ports along the Mississippi and Gulf of Mexico handling inland beefs and disputes. He was appointed patrolman in the port of Jacksonville in 1985. ... ^ Kermett Mangram 14 • • f-'-: Robert "Bob" Hall Hall, 39, was named port agent of Seattle in 1988. Since then, he was appointed by Govemor Booth Gardner as the maritime labor rep­ resentative to the nine-person Washington State Labor Council. He also is a delegate to the Washington State AFL-CIO. Admiral Jackson Tug Crew Saves 3 Men Trapped by Fire • V _•" t Though the rescue occurred nearly two years ago, SlU tugboat Captain William Tucker readily recalls the smokey inferno he and his crew on the Admiral Jackson overcame to save the lives of three trapped men. Deckhands Fred Cooper and Jimbo Lee were "up top, squirting water and fighting the smoke." Tucker and Engineer Johnny JefTcoat did their parts to "get the boat close," and the Seafarers saved three men stuck on drydock. The blaze started when two 150gallon diesel tanks on board a grain barge exploded while undergoing repairs at Bender Shipbuilding and Repair Co. in Mobile, Ala. in June 1990. Responding to the emergen­ cy were five fire units, a hazardous materials unit, a special foam unit and privately owned tugboats in­ cluding the Admiral Jackson. At the time, a Coast Guard spokesman said, "1 would have hated to have seen what would have happened if those boats hadn't been there." For their courageous efforts. Tucker, Lee, Cooper and Jeffcoat, along with officials of Crescent Towing Co., which owns the boat, recently received the Coast Guard Public Service Award. Brother Cooper, who passed away this year, was honored posthu­ mously. Rear Admiral James L. Loy, commanding officer. Eighth Coast Guard District, New Orleans, presented the award during ceremonies conducted by the Port of Mobile chapter of the Propeller Club. Tucker and Port Agent Dave Carter accepted the award on be­ half of the Seafarers. Captain William Tucker (second from right) and Mobile Port Agent Dave Carter (right) accept the public sen/ice award on behalf of the honored Seafarers. Also present were Richard Murray, CEO of Crescent Towing (left) and Rear Admiral Loy. "It's great that the Coast Guard is showing their appreciation," said Tucker, a 25-year SlU mem­ ber who attended the ceremony. During the award presentation. Loy noted that if the fire "had not been dealt with very, very quickly, it had the potential of spreading to fiiel tanks, the ships next door and across the river. Clearly there could have been a loss of life, and there could have been extensive damage to property. That was eliminated by the good Samaritan kind of approach to things that is veiy typic^ of mariners." Tucker, 51, recently told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG, "The people who should get the most praise are my two wheelsmen—they were up top, fighting the smoke. ... It lasted a good hour or hour-and-a-half." Captain Tucker said he and his men didn't have time to be frightened. 'There's no use getting scared. You just do what you have to do, and maybe you can get scared later. But 1 fought one like that years ago, out in Houston on a tanker." The award noted that thecrew is being honored for their "decisive and selfless endeavors in providing firefighting assistance " •v ..i <i InlamlDiMon Seafarers Praised for'Flawless' Work SlU members received praise for their skillful execution in towing an LNG ship from one Vir­ ginia port to another. Inland division members from the ports of Norfolk, Va. and Bal­ timore crewed the four boats which successfully moved the LNG Gamma from Newport News, Va. to Norfolk. Seventeen Seafarers were involved in the operation which took place December 17 in crowded waters. George Flanagan, general manager of McAllister Towing of Virginia, Inc., which owns the four boats us^, conunended SlU mem­ bers in a letter. "The successful completion of this tow through a congested harbor could not have occurred without your combined expertise and cooperation, as well as that of your crews," Ranagan wrote to the tugboat captains. He also noted the Seafarers' "dedi­ cated support throughout the years." Similarly, the president of Gamma's parent company ex­ pressed his appreciation in a letter to McAllister. "The operation went flawlessly," wrote Thomas Alexander, president of Alexander, Starr & Kersey, Inc. The following SlU members took part in the move: from the ., •' -hfr'-'M • Nancy McAllister, Captain George Thompson, Mate Robert Brush, Deckhand Gary White and Engineer Glna Redditt; from the Isabel A. McAllister, Captain Richard McMuiien, Mate Richard Kirby, Deckhand David Ritch and Engineer George W. Thompson; from the Brent Mc­ Allister, Captain Charlie Ruperti, Mate Robert Walker, Deckhand Martin Meravy and Engineer George Noble; and from the Mark McAllister, Captain Gerry CifarelU, Mate B. Foltz, Deck­ hand L. Watts, Chief Engineer R. Rhodes and Assistant Engineer M. Wallace. '"i ^ J.'- - •V T ^ • " * ' �SEOPMBtSLOG ' ' ' • '.M ••' MTD Exec, Board Stresses Trade UusiBeneBt Nation -¥---v "Any trade agreement must keep the interests of the working people in the United States as its top priority." With those words, John J. Barry, president of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, captured the concern of the American labor movement in a speech to the Maritime Trades Department executive board meet­ ing last month. Barry and others—including United Auto Workers President Owen Bieber; Thomas R. Donahue, the AFL-CIO secretarytreasurer; Jack Otero, vice presi­ dent of the Transportation • Communications Union and a member of the AFL-CIO execu­ tive council; Robert McGlotten, AFL-CIO political affairs director; and Julius Isaacson, president of the Allied Novelty and Production Workers of America—enumer­ ated the dangers posed by the administration's international trade negotiations and agreements, particularly the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), which started as a deal with Mexico and now also includes Canada. The speakers urged all trade unionists to join in the effort to save American jobs, in part by pur­ chasing U.S.-made goods. "We are not opposed to interna­ tional trade," said Barry. "But we are opposed to the stance taken by the^Bush Administration during the negotiating of international trade agreements. Particularly in the case of the NAFTA, we believe the direction such trade talks have been taking is not in the best inter­ ests of U.S. workers." Bany noted how the existing maquiladora program—which al­ lows U.S. businesses to set up operation in Mexico and send products to the U.S. without the customary tariffs—attracts U.S. companies because of duty-free benefits, cheap labor, lack of en­ forced safety and environmental laws and lack of political and labor rights. Bieber pointed out the Bush Ad­ ministration has—until this elec­ tion year—turned a deaf ear toward that industry's trade dif- UAW President Owen Bieber notes the Bush administration has paid little attention to automotive trade problems. IBEW President John Barry stresses the dangers of the North American Free Trade Agreement. Julius Isaacson, president of the Al­ lied, Novelty and Production Workers, says U.S. jobs must not be undermined. Bob McGlotten, AFL-CIO political af­ fairs director, calls for mobilization of every trade unionist in the country. Jack Otero, VP of the Transportation • Communications Union, says jobs loss "is a problem for all of us." AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Tom Donahue emphasizes possibility of na­ tions locking out U.S. goods. ficulties. 'The single biggest prob­ lem facing the U.S. domestic auto industry is trade and, more specifi­ cally, trade with Japan," Bieber said. 'The U.S. automotive trade deficit with Japan accounts for a jarger share of the overall U.S. trade' deficit than any other bilateral, product-specific category of trade. "Up until very recently, it's a colossal understatement to say that the Bush Administration has paid veiy little attention to our problems in the automotive trade." Bieber then shattered a few myths about the quality and con­ struction of U.S. cars. He gave detailed examples of how money spent on American products goes back into the U.S. economy. "Every time an imported car is pur­ chased here in the U.S., it costs an average of almost $3,400 in lost feder^, corporate and individual income tax revenues, state in­ dividual tax revenues, local property taxes and Social Security contributions," he said, using an example which also applies to other American-made goods. "UAW-made cars and trucks have features you can't get on imports —schools, roads, bridges, police and fire protection ... as well as jobs that create more jobs and generate even more tax revenues." "My union has already felt the sting of high unemployment as a result of the maquiladoras in Mexico," Otero said. "Since 1984, we have lost 25,000 jobs to Mexicans.... But it affects all of us, it is a severe threat for all of us, and I think that sometimes we are too passive. We say, 'Well, it doesn't impact me. That's a prob­ lem for the auto workers, that's a problem for the steel workers.' It is a problem for all of us." Donahue pointed out that no such thing exists as so-called free trade in other nations. He said many nations block exports from the U.S. by invoking laws that prevent their balance of payments with the U.S. from being tipped in favor of American products enter- ing their country. For example, if the U.S. had this kind of law with Japan, we would have halted bil­ lions of dollars worth of Japanese jroducts entering the U.S. market >ecause the current balance of pay­ ments with Japan is so skewed in favor of Japan. "Any nation which now declares to you, 'We have a balance of trade problems,' can now lock out our goods," Donahue noted. "And they will continue to have that ability. That is not fair." McGlotten emphasized the solution lies in effective political action. He said, "The time has come for us to understand that unless we mobilize every trade unionist across this country, then we are doomed to failure in terms of trying to execute legislative in­ itiatives. "We must redouble our efforts and say to whomever is in the White House, to whomever is in the Congress that they have a responsibility to workers across this country. We're the ones who built this country. We're the ones who keep it afloat. We're the ones who fight for this country—not the guys on Wall Street." Isaacson added, "We support increased world trade and want to help other nations increase their rate of economic development and their standard of living. But we do not believe these gains should come by undermining the jobs, in­ come security and standard of living of largesegments of the U.S. population." The MTD executive board adopted resolutions calling for a vyorkers-rights clause in all trade pacts to which the U.S. is a sig­ natory party. "The administration is urged to require compliance by our trading partners with the mini­ mum labor and safety standards required by U.S. law," stated a resolution passed by the board. Extra-Early Fiimit Begins for Lakes Seamen Because of unseasonably warm weather, some Seafarers began crewing vessels and sailing on the Great Lakes in late February al­ though fitout for most members is scheduled to begin in mid-March. Great Lakes members should be aware that fitout may take as long as a month, according to Algonac Patrolman Andy Goulet. "Fitout dates are very tentative at this time," Goulet told the Seafarers LOG. "Companies have given us fitout dates through April, but exact dates have been changing on almost a daily basis." The Paul Townsend, an Inland Lakes Management cement car­ rier, left its winter home of Mil­ waukee in the last week of February for two runs to refill 'JL Michigan cement silos. The Townsend soon will be joined on the Lakes by other cement boats, typically the first vessels out after winter. Because of mild weather condi­ tions in the area since November, none of the five lakes completely froze over. Ice floes in harbors and rivers are the only natural impedi­ ment to getting the ships out sooner. (The St. Clair River, which connects Lake Huron with Lake Erie, was jammed for almost three weeks beginning in mid-February near Algonac, Mich.) One reason for the varied dates to report to ships is the effects of the economic recession along the Great Lakes. Most ports reported a downturn in the amount of cargo handled in 1991 as compared to 1990 figures. Total tonnage carried by U.S.-flag carriers in the region fell by slightly more than seven percent to 104 million tons, ac­ cording to year-end figures com­ piled by Lakes Carriers Association. Almost half of all the cargo car­ ried aboard U.S.-flag vessels was iron ore at 49.2 million. Limestone and gypsum were next at 22.2 mil­ lion, followed by coal and coke at 18.6 million. Of all the U.S. harbors reporting their figures to the association, the "Twin Ports" region of Duluth, Minn./Superior, Wis. handled the most cargo at 39.2 million tons. �•• ^ .;•••.; i":-.S- Huutaiis^ ''•JfS/.<"\\:f- . AT&T Breaks Out the C/S fil0i»l Sentinel The Global Sentinel, AT&T's newest cable ship, is undergoing its shakedown operation off Ae coast of Hawaii after completing its in­ augural run last month. The American-flag cable ship has received its first prew comple­ ment—American seafarers from around the country in the rated positions and galley and officers from District 2 Marine Engineers Beneficial Association. The seamanship skills of the American crew did not pass un­ noticed. Even before leaving the shipyards, SIU crewmembers who boarded the cable ship in Sin­ gapore in January "impressed" U.S. Coast Guard inspectors as­ signed to witness the first lifeboat drills for the ship. The 479-foot cable ship arrived in Honolulu on February 4 after departing from the shipyard in Sin­ gapore in Januaiy for its inaugural voyage. The Global Sentinel joins the Charles L. Brown, Long Lines and Global Link as SlU-contracted vessels sailing for Transoceanic Cable Ship Co., an AT&T sub­ sidiary. Chief Steward Ken Rosiek, who was aboard the Global Link last year when it came out of the yards, echoed the words of Captain D. B. Neal when he said, "We have a great crew on board:" Speaking to a reporter from the Seafarers LOG, Neal could not stop praising the SIU members who brought out the Global Sen­ tinel: "I want you to know, I am impressed with this crew. It is one of the best that I have observed on a first-time fire and boat drill." Continued onpage 8 Global Sentinel just joined the AT&T U.S.-flag cable ship fleet. Si-'-# .. • i- f »• • • ''M 'ri .t- . •; 'V"' :"^§,i-: V- "• Bosun/Mate Tim McCormack lists the day's assignments. Working one of the two During a short break, cranes on the Global Sen- Shawn Young relaxes in the tinel is ABLindyBeth Wilkin, crew mess. OS Enio Aulelava positions a line in a cable hold. AB Sherman Hudson makes sure the line Is leaving its reel evenly. OS Erik Spearman inspects a line as it is unreeled. j:-' ' : L .,•'1 -vm I ' 41^' ,'.' -^v-v' ft. t':-: 1't t.-.. The cable ship utilizes the new encapsulated lifeboats. Laying a ship's line in a cable hold are (left to right) OS Kamin Raji, OS Henry Wright Jr. and AB Sam Tumala. .• �SEAFARERS LOG 8 Luedtke Dredge SlU Men Hone Diesel Engine Skills • v-i: -n ' i" V' •' Fourteen Seafarers are return­ ing to their Great Lakes tugboats and dredges with up-to-dateengine troubleshooting information after completing a one-week course at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The group, all of whom work for Luedtke Engineering of Frankfort, Mich., received special training from school instructor Bill Foley on the use of the GM Detroit diesel engine, which is used on Luedtke vessels. During the classroom session, the members reviewed start-up and running checks and discussed fuel, cooling, air, lubrication and electric starting systems. In the shop, the group worked on fuel injector removal, testing and reinstallation, exhaust valve clearance setting and filter replacement. Karl Luedtke, company presi­ dent. Joined the students for a dayand-a-half at the school. Luedtke Engineering dredges are found during the sailing season all around the Great Lakes install­ ing marine breakwaters, pilings and underwater pipelines as well as dredging harbors. •^Ct..L:: ;• Great Lakes members (left to right) Joseph Kane, Kevin Hollenbeck, Tom Forgrave and Ken Chaser work with Instructor Bill Foley (second from right). A Luedtke dredge sails toward Lake Erie to begin another workday. AT&T Cable Ship Skipper Cites Crew's 'Expertise' Continued from page 7 Neal videotaped the crew's response in manning, launching, navigating and reattaching the ship's new-styled encapsulated lifeboats during the Coast Guard drills in Singapore harbor. "[The crew's] expertise even impressed the Coast Guard," Neal recalled. Neal's video showed that crewmembers handled the drills almost flawlessly. For many, it was their first experience with a covered lifeboat, required on all U S.-flag vessels built after 1990. Like its sister ship, the Global Link, the Global Sentinel is equipped with the most advanced technology in its field. The vessel has a full-load draft of 26 feet and can cruise at speeds of up to 15 knots. It can maintain a speed of 6 to 8 knots while laying fiber-optic cable and a speed of 4 knots when towing a sea plow and laying cable. To help the ship keep its position while working on cables, the Global Sentinel has a bow thruster. The Global Sentinel will be docked in Hawaii while it com­ pletes its shakedown operations. Transoceanic plans to put the ves­ sel into operation in April in the Pacific. The four Transoceanic/AT&T ships compete with foreign com­ panies which operate foreign-flag vessels to build, lay and maintain undersea fiber-optic cables. Among those receiving hands-on troubleshooting experience are (left to right) Paul Taylor, Don Holdsworth, Ken Garrett, Raridy Rice and Shannon Jensen. , i ;; : Karl Luedtke (left), president of Luedtke Engineering, visits the classroom where Great Lakes members are participating in a special diesel engine operation course at the Lundeberg School. ' .' ^k'h' Chief Cook Elston Tensley offers sandwich to hungry crewmember. SA Francisco Roy welcomes a crewmember to the galley. Posing in the officers' mess are SA Ismali Monassar, SA Joyce O'Donnell, Chief Steward Ken Rosiek and SA Ricardo Sebastian. Great Lakes members from Luedtke Engineering who attended the special diesel engine course include (left to right, front row) Tom Forgrave, Shannon Jensen, Ken Garrett, Paul Taylor, Ken Chaser, (center row) Instructor Bill Foley, Randy Rice, Kevin Hollenbeck, Joseph Kane, Jim Rider, Dale Leonard Jr., Don Holdsworth, (back row) Jim Gible, John Biondo and T.C. Zatkovic. - If; �jwri'A -- , * MARCH 1992 MTD Executive Board Urges Ouster of FMC's Quartel Continued from page 3 were made out to be" and that there is a growing realization that "much of the deep hole that we find our­ selves in was dug by inept, greedy management and lax permissive government. Their stewardship of the people's welfare over the last dozen or so years can fittingly be described as the 'creaming of America.'" He charged that the deregulated banking and investment busi­ nesses "have cost this nation enor­ mously as the country's workers pick up the tab for the wild period of leveraged buyouts, unsecured mortgage loans and in many cases—outright thievery by giant business." White House Responsible The MTD official held the White House responsible, saying, "There has been case after case of federal administration insiders being involved in these scams, paving the way for set-ups, evad­ ing the law, cooking the books, and squeezing out millions for them­ selves that are now to be paid for by us, our children and grandchildren." Despite these circumstances, there are still some "tired, wornout cries from those who sat on their hands when all of this was happening that 'unions are the cause of all our problems.'" "We have one such example in our shipping industry—another one of Bush's sorry political ap­ pointments, a member of the Federal Maritime Commission named Rob Quartel." 'Cross-Country Gadfly' He accused Quartel, whose job is to ensure non-discriminatory rates and practices in ocean ship­ ping, of spending "a substantial portion of his time flying around the country at taxpayer expense, blasting maritime unions and call­ ing on American shipping com­ panies to pull down the stars and stripes from their ships and replace them with foreign flags and foreign labor.' Sacco said, "we have never heard this cross-country gadfly offer one constructive suggestion as to how America could strengthen its shipping industry." Sacco said that "as President Bush pokes around for answers to the mess he's laid on this country, maybe he could begin by getting rid of some of the political hacks he has stacked his administration with and replace them with some creative thinkers who believe America should begin working for the good of all the American people. He could begin with the likes of Rob Quartel." Jack Otero, vice president of the Transportation • Communications Union and an MTD board member, following Sacco's comments, sub­ mitted a motion calling on Presi­ dent Bush to remove Rob Quartel from the Federal Maritime Com­ mission which was then adopted unanimously. Otero said that Quartel, who was being paid by the public treasury to regulate shipping, had overstepped his bounds. Quartel is a "loose cannon whose sights are aimed at the Jones Act, operating subsidies and all the other laws and programs that would help American ships sur­ vive against unfair competition from foreign operators with loose safety, manning and wage stand­ ards," Otero said. Additionally, said the TCU offi­ cial, Quartel has worked to scuttle the very maritime programs the ad­ ministration is on record as sup­ porting, such as the Jones Act and cargo preference. Otero ended his remarks by calling on President Bush to put in place a team of appointees that will support American industries. 1- Views Expessed by Quartel on U.S. Shipping • Before the Florida Customs & Brokers in Qriando on January 1992 in response to a joint initiative by SeaLand/American President Lines to bolster U.S. shipping: "My own personal response is— Why wait until 19951 Do it now! Start flagging out as soon as possible!" • Before the International Trade Club of Southem California in Long Beach in November 1991: "i am said to support the repeal of the Shipping Act of 1984, cargo preference laws, the Jones Act, the Merchant Marine Acts of 1920 and 1936, and large parts of the Shipping Act of 1916, and, in fact, I do." • Before the Bulk Expo '91 con­ ference In Houston, Texas in October 1991: "... you may no doubt be able to tell that I view the Jones Act—this most over-rated, over-expensive, ineffec­ tive, anti-competitive, anti-consumer, }rotectionist, archaic of all maritime egislation—as long overdue for elimination." • Before the Florida Customs Brokers & Forwarders in January 1991: The union leadership fears mixed crewing because it may mean a decline in union dues and retirement contributions and officer compensa­ tion. Thecongressmen fear the decline of their special interest constituency and PAC contributions... And MarAd bureaucrats fear the loss of the programs on which their power—in­ deed their very existence—depends." SlU Calls on Congress to Repeal Seaman Tax Continued from page 3 including filing a lawsuit in federal district court. The SIU official said the union's court action seeks to prevent the implementation of the Coast Guard's proposed user fee for marine licenses and documents on the basis that the scheme vio­ lates the U.S. Constitution and was not determined in a manner that complies with federal guidelines. Cong. Tauzin, who chairs the subcommittee, commended the SIU for its legal action and thanked the union for initiating the lawsuit. "I think we must challenge [the user fee on mariners] and the court is a good place to do that," he said. A Move to Repeal Noting that the domestic marine transport sector competes directly with the airlines, railroads and trucking, Sacco said the fee on mariners "represents an unfair cost" to the maritime sector. The SIU official pointed to the fact that operators of trains, other rail employees, airplane pilots and other airline workers paid no com­ parable fees to the ones the Coast Guard is seeking to impose on seamen and boatmen. Trucking, unlike rail, air and marine transport, is largely regulated by state government, said the SIU statement. Thus, truckers are likely > •' The men and women who earn their living at sea and on boats oppose the work tax, was the message brought to Congress by a panel of union officials. From left: Mark Zalenski, who spoke in behalf of MEBA licensed officers; Joseph Sacco, executive vice president, SIU; Timothy A. Brown, president, MM&P; and J.P. Walters, who said he was representing the DeFries organization. to pay around $50 for a four-to-five year license. The SIU statement noted this amount is "a far cry from the $135 to $330 license, document and endorsement fees the U.S. Coast Guard has asked merchant seamen and boatmen to pay every five years." Cong. Taylor thanked the SIU for bringing this fact to the atten­ tion of the subcommittee. "It is grossly unfair to expect more of you than of the airline pilots, the truck drivers ... all the others in the railroads," he said. Cong. Bateman called the tes­ timony of the marine labor panel The house panel chairnian asked Seafarers attending the hearing to stand to be recognized. In front are SIU members Matthew Frentie and Raymond Marquis. v-k ^ V "compelling" and he said he hoped the tax "is something we can lift." He labeled it "a burden on the American merchant marine and its mariners." Bateman also told Sacco he hoped the SIU's lawsuit would succeed. Additionally, Bateman said, "This is a tax that ought to be repealed. It is grossly unfair and ill-conceived." • • • "f In the Public Interest All the marine union spokesmen before the panel pointed out that mariners are licensed and docu­ mented by the government in order to ensure the public's safety and the viability of the nation's navigable waterways. International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots President Timothy A. Brown said the work tax was not a user fee. True user fees, he said, are levied when the benefit can be identified as serving a specific "portion of the public which chooses to avail itself of the offered services." Mark Zalenski, director of public affairs for District 1 PCD MEBA, in behalf of his president, Gordon Ward, told the committee the tax is "doubly regressive." Zalenski pointed out that for en­ gineers, the licensing process is on a two-track path. "An individual could face eight separate license examinations in the first five years of his career" at a cost of $330 for each test, Zalenski noted. \ • . 2-.v« ^ 'i? VKV" �SEAFARERS LOG 10 r'vf-: Set Fair Tuna Tariff Now, SlU Tells Trade Pane/ fS:-®: • ' . i 1- • ' f '.".^.-fv-''-'' ••|. V:. ^.:. "-S''' The American tuna industry is on its last legs and only the immediate institution of a fair tariff fate can save what is left, Seafarers International Union of North America (SIU) officials told a federal agency last month. Representatives of SlU-affiliated fisherman and cannery worker unions, canning companies and American tuna vessel owners told the Inter­ national Trade Commission (ITC) that the U.S. tuna industry has been battered by a series of government initiatives. The so-called 1990 dol­ phin safe law and changes in the application of the exclusive economic zone regulations to fish­ ing are some recent laws that have made it dif­ ficult for tuna industry companies to survive. To a one, the various representatives of the U.S. tuna industry told the ITC panel conducting a hearing in San Pedro, Calif.- ^at a fair duty on imported tuna would save what is left of the industry and encourage growth in both the can­ ning and fishing sectors. "All the U.S. tuna indust^ has ever asked for is a level playing field," said Steve Edney, na­ tional director of the SIU's United Industrial Workers (UIW), in an opening statement presented to the ITC's five commissioners, who chose to hold the hearing in southern California, the heart of what was once a thriving center for American tuna canneries and fishing fleets. The SIU's UIW represents more than 600 workers of the only tuna-canning factory located in the con­ tinental United States. Theresa Hoinsky, president of the Fishermen's Union of America (FUA), an SIU affiliate whose members work as conunercial fishermen aboard U.S.-flag tunaboats, told the rrc that the Dolphin Protection Consumer In­ formation Act of 1990, as well as the lack of a fisheries agreement with Mexico, had drastically changed the nature of tuna fishing, making a fair tariff all the more necessary. Tariff 35 or 6 Percent The United States has a two-tier tariff on imported canned tuna—oil-packed tuna entering the country is subject to a 35 percent tariff while water-packed tuna is assessed a tariff between .--.TA" '••• In its testimony to a federal agency concemed with trade matters, the SIU endors^ a fair tariff on both water-packed and oil-packed tuna entering the United States. Appearing liefore the International Trade Cornfnission are Terry Hoinsky, president of theRshermen's Union of America (in photo right) and Steve Edney, national director of the United Industrial Workers (in photo left). Both the FUA and UIW are SIU affiliates. six to 12 percent. Given the American consumers' preference for water-packed tuna, this discrepancy in tariff levels has allowed the U.S. market to be inundated with canned tuna from Indonesia, Thailand and other nations in the Far East. The U.S. tuna industry has been seeking tuna tariff parity between the water-packed and oilpacked imported canned tuna. While the American industry has recommended bringing the water-packed tuna tariff up to the 35 percent level placed on oil-packed, it has suggested as an alternative establishing the tariff at the same rate imposed in Europe. The European Commission has set a flat tariff of 24 percent on imported tuna. The EC's tariff applies equally to oil-pack­ ed and water-packed canned tuna. Imports Are Subsidized Edney charged in his statement to the ITC, which is continuing an investigation begun in 1990 on the state of the American tuna industry, that foreign tuna is being dumped on U.S. markets. He noted that the nations in the Far East, in effect, subsidize their exports to the United States. SlU-affiliated tuna fisfiermen work aboard purse seiners fiome-based in southem California, such as the MV Margaret F pictured above. The vessels get their name from their purse-like nets. Tuna canning is a very labor intensive industry, particularly in the cleaning part of the operation. UIW members at Pan Pacific, the only tuna cannery located in the continental U.S., clean and inspect tuna. Edney pointed out that the SIU, in its com­ ments to the ITC in 1990, had supplied evidence to the commission that the Thai and Indonesian governments exempted their tuna industries from paying the national minimum wage— thereby allowing for wages in the tuna-canning industry of 19 to 50 cents an hour. The American industry also claims that Thailand and Indonesia, the two nations provid­ ing the bulk of imported tuna in the U.S. market, extend their tuna canners certain tax schemes, investment incentives, which combined with freedom from U.S.-style environmental laws and safety and health regulations, effectively allow these nations to export canned tuna at below-world-market costs. While imported tuna is on the rise, the number of people who make a living from the industry in the United States has drastically decreased. American canneries have gone out of business— in 1979 there were 14 such operations employing some 15,0(K) workers in the United States, all in Terminal Island, Calif. Today there is one—Pan Pacific Fisheries, where the UIW represents the company's employees. • Two decades ago, hundreds of U.S.-flag tuna boats sailed from the ports of San Pedro and San Diego; today there are only two dozen or so vessels left. Many businesses dependent on the tuna industry have closed—small vessel repair yards have gone out of business; restaurants and stores near the canneries have shut their doors permanently. Effects of Dolphin Safe Laws The dolphin safe law and other government measures have halted fishing in the tuna-rich Eastern Tropical Pacific. Tuna in these currents generally swim with dolphins. Consequently, American tunaboat operators either have sold off their vessels to foreign buyers or transferred fishing operations to the Western Tropical Pacific, several thousand miles from U.S. shores. Hoinsky told the FTC that the operation of vessels in the far western Pacific has meant that the United States' economy has "essentially lost" all the revenue generated by the fishing vessels. Those tunaboats "employ very few American nationals. They spend their millions of dollars for fuel, on repairs, on food, and so forth, and this all goes to foreign countries. And actually even their catches are benefitting the foreign canneries," said Hoinsky. Hoinsky said that for the few American fishermen employed aboard the tunaboats sail­ ing in the Western Pacific, the quality of life has substantially deteriorated. "These men are away fi-om home for much longer periods. They do not Continued on page 16 �Bosun Miller, Brother Exemplify Benefits of Fitness -. •' it V - Bosun Jamie Miller has a mes­ sage for all Seafarers. When it comes to getting in shape, adhering to a nutritious diet and losing weight, "anybody can do it. It makes you feel a lot better." Miller joined the SIU 12 years ago. On his first ship, the Sea-Land Panama, he reached his goal of losing 40 pounds in just two months. Nowadays, he still views shipping out as a chance to not only earn income but also concentrate on physical fitness. "Vou see the galleys leaning toward healthier menus, with lots of salads and things like that," said Miller, 34, who earlier this year completed the bosun recertification course at the Lundeberg School. "And there's no reason you can't work out when you're on a ship, regardless of whether or not the ship has exercise equipment." Miller is 6 feet and 250 solid pounds. He has the physique of a football player or powerlifter and a friendly, outgoing demeanor. Overcoming Obstacles The bosun also is modest, and he readily admits his brother. Dean, is the fitness expert in the family and the inspiration for his own workout program. Dean Miller is a full-time per­ sonal trainer based in Richmond, Va, where he and Jamie share a house. He has run the gamut of athletics and fitness (or lack there­ of), and at age 40 his chiseled physique is visible proof of the fruits of positive thin^ng. In high school. Dean's most ar­ duous activity was swinging a golf club. "I was lazy," he says. But he later took up k^ate "just on a whim," and that propelled him on an intriguing path. Among other things, he became: a black-belt; a bodyguard for Muhammad Ali; a national kick-boxing champion; winner of a Richmond area "Toughman" competition despite a crushed nose; and an associate of pro athletes like boxer James "Bonecrusher" Smith. He also flourished as a boxing and arm wrestling promoter throughout the U.S. and as a fitness consultant in Beverly Hills, Calif. In 1977 he opened a gym in Richmond, but it proved "ahead of its time in that area." 't Dean gives Jamie the thumbs up" sign for a good workout. Twenty to 30 minutes a day is the absolute minimum for a productive fitness program, according to Dean. Ten years later, after working in and out of the fitness business. Dean discovered a problem which hit him like a series of Ali com­ binations. He was stricken with severe asthma, resulting in more than 40 emergency room visits in the ensuing three years. Despite seeing specialist after specialist and trying a plethora of asthma medication. Dean didn't improve. He couldn't exercise, and the lack of activity plus the medica­ tion led him to gain 60 unwanted pounds. But on New Year's Eve 1990, while confined to a hospital bed. Dean "had a vision. I was sick and tired of making excuses. I was fat and out of shape, and it was time to practice what I had preached. I had been to the bottom." Within a year, he lost the 60 pounds. It wasn't easy, but he ex­ ercised without asthmatic incident, simply by refusing to succumb. Dean Miller hasn't been bothered by asthma since. Currently, he has a weekly television show in Richmond about fitness. He is ready to market an exercise videotape and weightloss video, and has published a cookbook which bears his registered trademark, "Fatbusters." Like his endless supply of one-liners, his fitness-related projects seem infinite. Seafarers: No Excuses! Jamie and Dean offer a number of things for SIU members to con­ sider, but the common denominator is: You have control of your fitness and your future. Fit­ ness isn't easily attained, but it is readily possible. Here are some basic guidelines, reminders and principles sug­ gested by Jamie and Dean: • Don't look at exercise as work. It is a means to an important goal. • If you associate with people who eat right and exercise regular­ ly, you will, too. • You don't have to dread being rickety and having serious health problems (such as heart dis­ • Smokers, be honest with yourselves. Think about what makes your machine run better. If you want to stop, take control and stop. f: "There is no such thing as a good excuse," Dean says. "Make fitness fun. There is always some- f Jamie Miller's Suggestions For Fitness Program at Sea Here is an outline for a ship­ board fitness starter program as suggested by Dean and Jamie Miller. Keep in mind you should consult a physician before em­ barking on any fitness program. • First, take into considera­ tion your current level of fitness. That level will dictate what you are able to do. Along those lines, do not "ego exercise" — do not attempt more than you are able. Keep repeti­ tions, weight and duration of ex­ ercise at manageable levels. • Begin your workout with five to seven minutes of cardiovas­ cular warm up, such as jumping rope, briskly walking or jogging. • After the warmup, find your training heart rate. First, subtract your age from 220 (we'll use a 30-year-old Seafarer for this example, so he starts at 190). Then count your beats per minute (or per 10 seconds and multiply by six). Finally, figure out what percoit of 190 is the beats-perminute number. The perc^tage should be a minimum of 60peicent to a maximum of 85 percent. 1. ': ; 'A With willpower, a goal and hard work, Dean turned himself from this... ease) in your old age. Those types of things come about because of improper body maintenance. • Your body is just like a ship or a car. If a ship's engines aren't maintained, what happens? If a car gets only low-quality fuel, what happens? • Eat healthy as a crew. Have fitness goals. Better health means increased productivity. • Have willpower and HAVE A GOAL. Obstacles are what you see when you take your eyes off your goal. • The three keys to a success­ ful fitness program are: frequency, duration and intensity. ' • Some psychologists say, "Accept how you are." But being overweight affects more than your looks. • The absolute minimum for a productive fitness program is 20 to 30 minutes per day, three days per week. • Don't starve yourself in an attempt to lose weight. Rather, eat wisely and you will teach your body to bum fat more efficiently. • Think positive. If you can only do 10 situps, that's still 100 percent better than doing five. This doesn't mean be complacent, but don't get down on yourself, either. • You don't have to bea health nut to be physically fit. As a general mle, eat and drink healthy 90 percent of the time, splurge 10 percent of the time. ... into this chiseled form. "Anyone can do it," says his seatering brother, Jamie. J^ai • Take several minutes for slow, methodical muscle stretch­ ing. For example, from a standing position, keep your legs straight and try to put your hands flat on the floor. It doesn't matter how far down you can go; just keep your legs straight and hold the position for about 30 seconds. • If there is no equipment on board, do exercises such as pushups, situps, pull-ups, free squats and calf raises. Do four sets of each exercise, with as many repetitions as possible on each set. Rest one minute be­ tween sets and between stations. Concentrate on these muscle groups: back, chest, shoulders, neck, biceps triceps, forearms, thigh muscles and calves. Bosun Jamie Miller recom­ mends improvising on ships which do not have exercise equipment. For example, curls can be done using containers such as paint buckets or by wrapping a towel behind your back (resulting in an isometric pull). Unlimited free squats may be done when standing at the wheel at sea. • -i- S'/(A „ -V;-' . • ' i-.'f A-< z#® �IWWCCTTTT* If: • :;| mw: Steelworkers Will 'Last One Day Longer than Ravenswood' t ^-ym./vvx;; "y: •-• li"!- : p'^SfeS- fejifSfSP^ The Steelworkers Union is in the midst of a pitched battle to save the jobs of its members who have been locked out at the Ravenswood Aluminum Company in West Vir­ ginia, reported George Becker, a vice president of the union. -"'y'f .,5j... -.-vi-U-: ^-fi'ls- i:, |tf5 •' .f I*' ' • •. p^y:py • George Becker tells MTD of threeprong attack against Ravenswood. In the fight against Ravenswood, the United Steel­ workers of America (USWA) has discovered it is up against one of the world's richest men who also happens to be a fugitive from the U.S. justice department, Becker told the MTD executive board meeting in Florida last month. After hearing Becker's report, MTD President Michael Sacco pledged the full support of the department in the USWA's cam­ paign to get its members back to work at Ravenswood. Becker outlined to the board the three-prong approach the union is taking: 1; ^J^:•'. '•>•"-:-y; > SEAFARBtSLOG 12 "We've got to get the company back to the bargaining table," Be­ cker said. 'There are three dif­ ferent ways we can do this. One is to attack the ownership. Another is through political means. And the third is to take it directly to the consumers." Becker announced the USWA had commitments from Miller, Budweiser and Stroh breweries to no longer use Ravenswood Aluminum in any of their products. Becker noted the USWA has been careful not to hurt other trade unionists in their efforts to get at Ravenswood. "One last line on the consumer bid is the AFL-CIO is working really hard with us. We are going over all the end-users and we're going over the unions in­ volved with the end-users so that we are not at odds with ourselves, so that we're all pulling together on this." The Steelworkers have been working hard on Capitol Hill, Be­ cker stated. "Politically we've been able to get the West Virginia political delegation active. There are congressional hearings being held on what has happened to Ravenswood." Concerning the company itself, the USWA has discovered the former Kaiser Aluminum plant was purchased by U.S. tax fugitive Marc Rich in 1989. "He's the second largest commodity dealer in the world," Becker announced. "He's the largest oil dealer in the world. He deals in metals. He deals USMS Audacious fhmstemd For OpmUon to Private Co. The USNS Audacious is the 18th and final oceanographic sur­ vey vessel to be taken over for operation by U.S. Marine Manage­ ment, Inc. from the Military Sealift Command, reports the vessel's master, Kent D. Howell, in a recent communication to the Seafarers LOG. Captain Howell also provided the LOG with the photos appearing on this page of Seafarers SUchard Weyandt and Brad Eckmeder, who sail as bosun and chief steward respectively. The mission of the vessels has remained the same: exploring the ocean for U.S. Navy research. Be­ sides its regular maritime crew, each ship can carry up to seven research technicians. The vessels are state of the art with private rooms for each crewmember and an exercise room. The complete fleet of monohulled T- AGOS vessels were built between 1982 and 1989. Nine sail in the Atlantic Ocean; the others serve in the Pacific theatre. After the USNS Stalwart was completed in 1989, the Navy switched to a twin-hull design. in grains. You name it, he touches it. "But we also found out very quickly that he is a fugitive from justice in the United States. He was involved in what was determned to be the largest tax scam in the United States" and left the country in 1983, Becker added. Becker told the MTD that the Steelworkers "haven't won yet, but we pledge to last one day longer than RavenswOod." The Ravenswood plant opened for business in the late 1950s as a part of Kaiser Aluminum. It had a history of a good working reiationship with the USWA local and the Congressmen Urge Ueters: Give Bush the Pink Slip Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (D-Md.), speaking at the Maritime Trades Department executive board meeting last month, said Americans must "send a message" on election day this November. "I hope that on November 3 we send a pink slip to this administra­ tion that has stood by for eight months now and said, 'Things will get rosy tomorrow,"' said Hoyer, chairman of the House Democratic caucus and a member of the ap^ propriations coimnittee. Hoyer, who serves as the House Democratic Caucus chairman, and Rep. David E. Bonior (D-Mich.) each detailed the American economic downfall which began in the Reagan administration. They called for sweeping changes rather than the "gimmicks" President Bush outlined in his state of the union address. Bonior and Hoyer pointed out numerous flaws and omissions in the president's plan as outlined in his state of the union speech. "There was nothing for jobs, noth­ ing for health care, nothing for tax cuts for working people, nodiing for trade," said Bonior, who holds the third-highest Democratic posi­ tion in the House as whip. "What we needed was something more than tinkering around the economy. What we needed in that speech was a serious look at where we want to be in 10 years." Referring to 12 years of Reagan, Bush and Quayle, Bonior said, "They blocked our bill to get rid of Showing off his prize catch after an aftemoon off to fish is Chief Steward Brad Eckmeder. Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (D-Md.) urges voters to 'send message.' Bosun Richard Weyandt handles rescue boat during a safety drill conducted by the Audacious crew. USNS Audacious is in the background. community. Kaiser sold all of its plants in 1988 in a leveraged buyout. A year later, the new owners, attempting to rid themsel­ ves of debt, sold the West Virginia plant to a group headed by Rich. The new ownership made no at­ tempt to negotiate a contract with Local 5668. It advertised for and hired replacement workers (scabs) before locking the doors on the union workers Halloween night 1990. Since then, the local has main­ tained a picket line at the plant, and the USWA has won every legal case and appeal to return its mem­ bers to the plant. striker replacement loopholes. They've tried to strip workers of pension benefits. When it came to [maritime] industry, they have tried to cut the industry with policies that saw U.S.-flag fleets shrink almost 50 percent, private shipyards shrink from 110 to 60, and 40,000 production jobs disappear." Rep. Bonior notes flaws in Bush's state of the union address. The Michigan congressman added that the recession is far worse than many people believe. "We are in the 18th month of a deep, long and protracted reces­ sion. The officii number is 7.1 percent of people out of work. That is baloney," he said. "That is propaganda. Ten per­ cent of the American people either are out of work, aren't looking for work anymore or are under­ employed, (a total of) 15 million people in this country. And those 15 million sit at home in households that incorporate an ad­ ditional 25 million. So you have 40 million people feeling the impact of this unemployment. And the problem isn't just pink slips. Work­ ing families have been squeezed fiom almost every angle." Hoyer explained, "The deficit comes from the fact we've added $1.3 trillion of deficit spending by a tax cut program we adopted in 1981. Who are we borrowing that money for? The richest one percent of America. . . . America in 1980 was the largest creditor nation in the world, with $180 billion owed to us by the rest of the world. By 1990 we had a $1 trillion tumaround—we owe $786.4 billion to the rest of the world. "Send a message not on paper , but on a ballot on November 3," he reiterated. "The message we need to send is not FSX overseas, but technology and training and education and health care and competitiveness right here in America." .'.."'t.,; y •> jyi'y ' '.'f' ••'' �r?«:-in»" t ''1' • 'K^. ;, • macH 1992 r<S GroVt Services Members Bid a Fond Farewell To Decommissioned Oiler ¥ \:,V' • 'i-i! V. -. . ,;, .T' •• '•&-• Government Services Division members of the SIU are in the final stages of gutting the USNS Ponchatoula before it is decommis­ sioned later this month. The 36-year-old oiler has been docked at the Oakland Navy Base since January when her final crew signed on to salvage equipment that can be used on other Military Sealift Command Pacific Fleet (MSCPAC) vessels. "It's a shame," Bosun/Mate Art Fennell told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. Fennell is serving his third and final tour aboard the Bosun/Mate Art Fennell has served AB/Maintenance Jerry Joseph Kroutchic MSCPAC oiler. "This is a good packs wire on the ship's deck. alsoard the Ponchatoula three times. ship. I wish they had taken o^ers out of service instead of her." His views were echoed by another SIU member. Deck En­ gineer/Machinist Gerald C. Ben­ nett. "A lot of us hate to see the old girl go out," Bennett said during a farewell ceremony aboard the ship February 12. 'There are a lot of good memories on here that are about to fade away." Bennett was part of the original 1980 civilian crew that boarded the Ponchatoula when the Navy turned it over to MSCPAC. Government Services members are expected to complete their work by the end of this month and to be off the vessel by the end of April. Since Kaiser-class oilers started coming out of shipyards in the late 1980s, older Neosho-class vessels, like the Ponchatoula, have been phased out of service. Only the USNS Kawishiwi, also manned by SIU Government Services Division members, remains active. Captain R.W. Addicott, com­ mander of MSCPAC, stated he had mixed emotions about the Ponchatoula's departure. "Ships like Ponchatoula have done a great job for us and we'll remember the service she provided to the fleet," he said at the farewell ceremony. "We must now look to the future and make room for the new fleet oilers that are coming on line and operating well. The crew that made Ponchatoula the special ship that she was are now doing the same for the oilers that replaced this class of hull." /:ym ijiisr' • ' 't'-. V*. a- '•m: •ii. v:?pv -J.KVT;' , v/ss SIU Representative Raleigh Minix (left) explains a claims form to AB/Maintenance Binjce Regan (center) and galley gang member Carlos Tamayo. »%'•? M ;:v ;;5-. if •'«!' v.: •i v"^ 'I ; I ^:,v> jii) i; !^-:! ->. if." mf •- - cfrald^C^Ben'Sltt^^a'GwemS ^errlfor&sforThf™ One of the members aboard the oiler in her ABMatchman Joseph Jordan greets a final days is Pumpman Donald Levi. v.s.tor to the Ponchatoula. 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While passengers are lounging in the sun on the deck, visiting ports of call or sleeping in their cabins, crewmembers of the SS Independence and Constitution, operated by American Hawaii Cruise Lines, are in constant motion making sure the vessels run smoothly. , • •'-•lAi-ii"'"" • if,'.! i •; .VV."!' -rr:,, s-,!, y |.yfi • A&Ar' A, \iC'4'../'-.4. •-A, 1 ,;•- • \'v..- . "I' . " :'-'• 'y'' •'WF AA' U I;' A0:AA' : v. • • •|M? &.rs-^vtas5it?„.p'P p, I. • #s; <• •I -.J: -• :•- •••• > • V-- •• A III:::.: RRSTAID&CPR Seafarers working aboard the cruise ships receive the latest in first aid and safety training from Lundeberg School instructors who hold special classes aboard the vessels. Because an accident can happen any time while at sea, members review basic first aid and safety procedures as set by the American Red Cross. They also are trained in cardiopulmonaiy resuscitation (CPR). All this is done to make sure pas­ sengers and fellow crewmembers are sta­ bilized until shipboard or shore-based medical help can arrive. WEEKLY UFEROAT DRILLS Lifeboat drills are held on the first full day of the ships' seven-day voyages. Everyone aboard the vessels is re­ quired to don life vests and report to the lifeboat berth listed in either the passengers' cabins or crew's station bills. Once on deck, crewmembers use a checklist to verify attendance, then explain the drill to the passengers. While the passengers may view the drill as part of the cruise entertainment, crewmembers realize how serious the weekly function is. Deck and engine departments are joined in these drills by all members of the steward and hotel department. It is not unusual for passengers to see the person who served them drinks the night before in the lounge releasing a block on a lifeboat. "The Coast Guard requires us to see if the blocks and falls release at the same time, if it is in sync," Inde­ pendence Bosun Mike Rivera pointed out. "Every six weeks .(the Coast Guard) holds a drill for ^1 lifeboats. Every three months, they have quality inspections." While at sea, deck department mem­ bers constantly check the lifeboats making sure they are ready for duty should they be needed. WEEKLY RRE DRILLS Crewmembers on both U.S.-flag cruise ships receive constant fire fight­ ing and rescue training. Every Sunday morning, crewmembers go toough a mock fire and missing man drill. Bosun Rivera explained to a reporter for the Seafarers LOG the reason sUch practices are held. "You can never do this enough. There are so many com­ partments and areas where a fire could start or a member could be trapped. We want all of the crew to be prepared and familiar with the ship, to know where the (fire fighting and safety) equipment is kept and to be ready if we have to fight a fire." Although the U.S. Coast Guard does not mandate weekly fire drills on board the vessels, the Independence and Con­ stitution go through them to stay alert and prepared, added Constitution Bosun Louie Zizzo. MAINTEIIANCE OF SAFEIY GEAR Whether it is putting down new anti­ skid strips on outdoor ladders, or ensur­ ing that all fire fighting equipment is properly stored. Seafarers aboard the Constitution and Independence are continually mindful that a safe and sound operation is dependent on a wellmaintained ship. Seafarers in every department aboard the two cruise ships are trained to operate lifeboat, fire fighting and communications equipment that might be necessary to use in an emergency. It is not unusual to find the deck lounge stewardess who served passengers a shack the day before up on the deck the next morning assisting in the deploy­ ment of a lifeboat. ASSISnNG PASSENGERS During every one-week trip the In­ dependence and Constitution make around the Hawaiian Islands, the first day aboard for all passengers is dedi­ cated to instruction on safety proce­ dures. Crewmembers work with the passengers to ensure each and every cruise ship guest is completely familiar with his or her muster station. Seafarers working aboard the two U.S.-flag ships pointed out to a LOG reporter that die safety drills are a good foundation for a passenger's good vacation. "When a guest feels knowledgeable about what to do in case there is some kind of emergency and when he has confidence in the crew, then he can relax and really enjoy his time at sea," noted one Seafarers aboard the Constitution. In addition to working with the cruise ships' guests during the regular­ ly-scheduled safety drills, crewmem­ bers assist passengers as they embark and as they leave, help others who may not have fully developed their sea-legs, and answer ^ "what if" questions. NIGHRY FIRE WATCH Another assignment for deck department members of the American Hawaii Cruises vessels is the nightly firewatch between 2200 and 0600 hours. "This is probably the most important job on the ship," said OS/Firewatch 'Bobby Freer of the Independence, pissing one stop could justify dis­ missal and could lead to a disaster." On both vessels, four crewmembers walked the whole ship on specified routes every hour during the eight-hour shift looking and smelling for hot spots. Each person carries what looks like a large compass that records on paper the time each security point was checked on each round. Travelers watching the procedure for the first time wonder what a crewmember is doing shoving a key dan­ gling from the bulkhead into a round plastic box so late at night in the pas­ senger section. They appear relieved when the crewmember explains his job and what it means to the passengers. Even crewmembers look forward to the clanking sound of the fire watch in their living section. "My room has a key just outside the door," Cabin Steward Patti Ballance explained. "I don't fall asleep until I hear the first watch come by." A Bosun Mike Rivera (center) receives es­ cape instructions for fiis Independence fire Crewmembers receive an explanation on crew from SlU hawsepiper Junior Engineer fire fighting equipment from Bosun Mike Rivera. Darrell "Papi" Bass in the engine room. While AB/Maintenance Howard Albersbn (left) holds the brake, AB/Maintenance AS Branko Misura checks attendance Wayne Langston cranks a lifeboat into Greasing a lifeboat tumbuckle is Inde­ place. during an Independence lifeboat drill. pendence AB Ann-Ann Cabasag. AfA Jy' ' Seafarers receive extensive train­ ing in the procedures necessary to deploy and operate lifeboats. Many SIU members go through this kind of training while attending courses at the union's Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. Others working on the cruise ships go through the two-week lifeboat procedures training course while they are aboard one of the two U.S.flag passenger ships sailing around the Hawaiian Islands. The Lundeberg School peri­ odically dispatches lifeboat course in­ structors to Hawaii to conduct the training on board the two cruise ships. Recently, Instructor Jim Moore con­ vened the lifeboat course aboard the Independence and following that, aboard the Constitution. The training is invaluable say Seafarers. "Once we finished, I felt a lot more confident," says steward department member Danelle Har­ vey. "I know that if something hap­ pens, I'll be able to help the passengers and myself." During Moore's three-month stint in Hawaii, 92 Seafarers work­ ing aboard the two cruise ships com­ pleted the two-week lifeboat course. Moore conducted classes while in five different Hawaiian cities that are ports of call on the cruise ships' itineraries. Moore, recalling his schedule which included traveling to four islands every seven days, said he held classes in the morning, after­ noon and evening. Seafarers took part in lifeboat and davit drills, raft drills, signal training, written exams and miscellaneous safety training. Frank Bakun, who sails in the engine department, said he did not mind spending 20 hours per week taking the course, which he did above his regular working duties. "I found it enjoyable ... we worked from 8 a.m. until noon, then from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. I had lifeboat train­ ing. I enjoyed being in the sun, learn­ ing, but if you don't work hard at it, you won't do well. The Coast Guard cooperated fully with the program, reports Moore. Once the Seafarers aboard the vessels completed the two-week course conducted by Moore, Coast Guard representatives put the stu­ dents through the final written exam and deployment exercise. A • Ai • ..V• • WMA "Wyssi. yv A* '.• • 'i'-i i ABs Steve Marwin (left) and Nelson Poe assist a passenger walk across a floating barge to reboard the Constitution. 11. OS/Firewatch Mike Monahan inspects a passenger section on the Independence. •;:fi The training included morning, afternoon and evening classes so that as many SIU members as possible could participate. 1 "^S*" p. - • A- • ' mA -I*;® The Constitution clocks in Honolulu, Hawaii between voyages. The Independence lies at anchor off of Kona, Hawaii. The Constitution's lifeboats are fully Checking in on the Constitution's Promenade Deck is OS/Firewatch Ken prepared in the event they are needed. Chinn. Among the Independence crewmem­ bers who completed the course were (kneeling, from left) Pam White, Danelle Harvey, Pam Uyeunten, (back row) Sanjay Gupta, Jose Pedroza, Chuck Bollinger and Gerry Laporte. Instructor Moore is at far right. Seafarers take a breather after finishing upgrading course. Kneeling (from left) are Roman Zarkiewiez, Eddie Thomas, John Flannagan and Amador Molina. Back row: Mike Thomas, Bob Stonier, Glenn Galpin, Dale Sierra and Instructor Jim Moore. ':yy:Ayy': iyy•-; /A' �;'v"^-^: f,;-- .... SBlWWfl^A®®, n •'•:.'•• American-T^ 16 now W Continuedfrom page 10 . „ see their families in some eases for s. Amelo?^^^ months." "leWAhastnopose^i^^^^ will uMp allowing domestic ^hin-safe 5y .,". V'''. ning plant. 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S^ mz ^ �•>N|;K47->• •'" ^ •;vJ,;f?f®:S,;,i;:Vf:je^ MARCH 1^ April i Hay Membership Meef/n^s Deep Sea, Lakes, Inland Waters Piney Point Monday, April 6 Monday, May 4 New York Tuesday, April 7 Tuesday, May 5 Philadelphia Wednesday, April 8 Wednesday, May 6 Baltimore Thursday, April 9 Thursday, May 7 Norfolk Thursday, April 9 Thursday, May 7 Jacksonville Thursday, April 9 Thursday, May 7 Algonac Friday, April 10 Friday, May 8 Houston Monday, April 13 Monday, May 11 New Orleans Tuesday, April 14 Tuesday, May 12 Mobile Wednesday, April 15 Wednesday, May 13 San Francisco Thursday, April 16 Thursday, May 14 Wilmington Monday, April 20 Monday, May 18 Seattle Friday, April 24 Friday, May 22 San Juan f Thursday, April 9 Thursday, May 7 St Louis Friday, April 17 Friday, May 15 Honolulu Friday, April 17 Friday, May 15 Duluth Wednesday, April 15 Wednesday, May 13 Jersey City Wednesday, April 22 Wednesday, May 20 New Bedford Tuesday, April 21 Tuesday, May 19 Each ports meeting starts at 10:30 ajn. Notice FORMER MEMBERS OF THE NAVAL FLEET AUXILIARY FORCE The Public Affairs Office of the Militaiy Sealift Command is getting ready to celebrate the 20th anniver­ sary of the Naval Fleet Auxiliary Force (NFAF). They would like to locate as many living former NFAF sailors as possible. Any assistance or information would he welcome. Call Sylvia Rosas at (202) 433-0331. Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea JAPWARY16 — FEBRUARY 15,1992 JAiNUAKY 10 — PKHKUARY 15, 1992 Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston 5 SL Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore i Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals Port NewYorif^^l Philadelphia ^ Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point J Algonac Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals *TOTAL^GISTEREb ^Groups Class A Class B Class C 17 18 j TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip Reliefs DECK DEPARTMENT 16 13 13 25 V ^ 1 U 191 140 80 74 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 13 8 5 7 0 4 1 0 • 5 1 , ,„.,^.i ••REGISTERED ON BEACH AH Grouos Class A Class B OassC 59 21 23 : .L.- ynm^. y 0 1 405 231 3 2 240 35 9 4 3 9 10 8 18 15 30 13 20 V'^ll'vO ga5-..^: 20 13 23 3 9 2 4 15 15 I 5 17 1 8 6 16 13 20 19 10 1 10 13 - Mffm- *2 u 1 0 0 0 1 0 V'V-Sv-. 102 78 50 39 STE^RD DEPARTMENT n iO ? 1 « r-.. n 0 < .U^.• ^ 0 « ; U • ' •:' U 1 u 60 25 93 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 58 9 6 10 10 10 7 8 3 6 5 r 4 26 25 49 ^ • i 9 3 49 18 1 45 1 1 3 0 157 4 0 3 0 204 225 7 2 5 21 34 48 0 58 16 18 16 49 39 4 48 5 454 78 27 ;l 21 10 184 1 . . 5 :! 0 614 Totals All Department 591 743 649 468 482 380 206 1,055 977 1,077 * 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ** "Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. A total of 1,536jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,536jobs shipped, 468jobs or about 30 percent were taken by seniority members. The rest were filled by **B'' and C seniority people. From January 16,1992 to February 15,1992, a total of206 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1,1982, a tot^ of 15,807jobs have been shipped. ' '''IB- �18 XAFARERSLOG Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes JANUARY 16 - FEBRUARY 15,1992 CL-Compiny/LakM L^ba NP-Non Priority *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups QassCL Class L QassNP Port \ TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups OassCL Class L Class NP ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP DECKI^PARTMENT ENGINE DEPARTMENT ST^ARD DEPARTMENT Port ENTRY DEPARTMENT Totals All Departments 0 43 10 0 G O 0 89 • 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ** "Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. O 18 Dispatchers' Report for Inland Waters JANUARY 16 — FEBRUARY 15,1992 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups OassA Class B Class C Region ^ Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland Wai West Coast Totals Region ^antic^oast Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland.Waters West Coast Totals Region TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C ENGDffi DEPARTMENT ij, 0 0 '' 12 0 0 0 1 0 .• 1 • • ' 0 0 0 J. 0 J 0 2 0 0 0 0 o'" 0 49 0 "• 0 0 2 " 0 4 2 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Gulf Coast |La^;;&' West Coast Totals Totals All Departments 0 4 42 6 0 2 0 3 0 0 0 0 1 25 0 3 0 1 2 18 10 5 5 168 10 25 0 * 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. •* "Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Personals A Clean Sweep for SlU Steward Department Members BOBBY GENE McMICHAEL Please send your mailing ad­ dress to your sister June. Important news she needs to send you! Write to June Renfrow, 139 Meadowpark Drive, Hattiesburg, MS 39401; or call (601) 582-0675. JAMES KUGEL You are invited to attend your St. Alphonsus (Chicago, 111.) 50th elementary school class reunion on May 17,1992. Please write Joe Ferstl, 9109 Belleforte, Morton Grove, 111. 60053; or call (708) 965-3987. At the Annual Christmas Cook/Bake-Off held In Diego Garcia, the SIU brothers made a clean sweep. All ships in the lagoon and shoreside facilities were invited to compete in this event, sponsored by the Military Sealift Unit and the Diego Garcia USS Club. Winners in the entrde division were (first place) William Bunch, chief cook aboard the Cpl. Louis Hauge Jr.; (second place) Bryan Blackwell, ACU aboard the James Anderson Jr., and (third place) David Cunningham, chief steward on the Lawrence H. Gianella. In the dessert and pastry division, the winners were (first place) Bernie Tyler, steward/baker on the James Anderson Jr.; (second place) George Kolouris, cook/baker aboard the Cpl. Louis Hauge Jr., and (third place) William Bunch (who came in first in the entrde division). Pictured above are (from left) Bunch, Tyler, Kolouris, Cunningham and Blackwell. Mfa Seafarers International Union Directory Michael Sacco President John Fay Secretary-Treasurer Joseph Sacco Executive Vice President Augustin Tellez Vice President Collective Bargaining George McCartney Vice President West Coast Roy A. "Buck" Mercer Vice President Government Services Jack CafTey Vice President Atlantic Coast Byron Kelley Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Dean Corgey Vice President Gulf Coast * HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, Ml 48001 (313)794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (410) 327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 606KalihiSt. Honolulu, HI 96819 (808)845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713)659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201)435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 (205)478-0916 NEWBEDFORD 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508)997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718)499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804)622-1892 FHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215)336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75 Piney Point, MD 20674 (301)994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415)861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809)721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. SeatUe,WA 98121 (206)441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. SL Louis, MO 63116 (314)752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (310) 549-4000 �. • '% : T he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 19 members this month. Twelve of those signing off sailed in the deep sea division, while three sailed in the inland division. Three sailed in the Great Lakes division, and one sailed in the Atlantic Fishermen's division. Engine department member George McDanlel, 81, is the oldest of the new pensioners. Brother McDaniel joined the union more than 25 years ago. Brief biographical sketches of McDaniel and the other new pen­ sioners follow. DEEP SEA JOHN CHEELY, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1947 in his native New York. He sailed as a QMED. Brother Cheely has retired to San Francisco. WELLIAM FEH., 66, joined the SIU in 1949 in the port of New York. He upgraded fre­ quently at the Lundeberg School and in 1975 completed the bosun recertification program. Brother Fell lives in Las Vegas, Nev. ISAIAH GRAY, 65, joined the union in 1971 in the port of Hous­ ton. Bom in Louisiana, he sailed in the steward depart­ ment. Brother Gray lives in Houston. JAMES GRINNELL,56, joined the SIU in 1962 in the port of New York. A native of Vir­ ginia, he sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Brother Grinnell has retired to Mathews, Va. MILTON HAVENS, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1951 in his native Mobile, Ala. He sailed in the en­ gine department. Brother Havens lives in Houston. ALCADIO HERNANDEZ, 66, joined the union in 1961 in the port of Hous­ ton. Bora in Ok­ lahoma, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Hernandez has retired to Houston. GRANT MARZETT, 62, joined the union in 1948 in the port of Mobile, Ala. An Alabama native, he completed the steward recertifica­ tion course at the Lundeberg School To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Weil Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These Seafarers have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish diem happiness and good health in the days ahead. in 1984. Brotiier Marzett calls Prichard, Ala. home. RUEL LAWRENCE, 67, joined the SIU in 1962 in the port of New Orleans. The na­ tive of Mobile, Ala. completed the bosun recertiEcation course at the Lundeberg School in 1979. Brother Lawrence served in the Navy from 1942 until 1961. He resides in Chickasaw, Ala. TOM MARSHALL, 68, joined the Seafarers in 1955 in the port of San Francisco. He was bora in Elm Grove, La. and sailed in the steward department. Brother Marshall Upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1982. He has retired to Shreveport, La. sailed as a captain. Boatman Bigham served in the Army from 1953 to 1955. He resides in Monroe, N.C. GEORGE McDANIEL, 81, joined the Seafarers in 1964 in the port of St. Louis. A native of Sunnyside, Pa., he sailed in the engine department. Boatman Mc­ Daniel lives in Hamersville, Ohio. GREAT LAKES JOHN ANTICH,63, joined the SIU in 1963 in his native Chicago. He sailed as a deck hand for Great Lakes Towing for •. ':t 5- -;i • • :t W?-. • more than 30 years. Brother Antich served in the Army from 1951 to 1952, including a tour of duty in Korea, where he worked as a demoli­ tion operations sergeant. Brother An­ tich has retired to Niles, 111. ^ SHELDON GILBERT, 65, joined the union in 1954 in the port of Elberta, Mich. The Michigan native sailed in the deck department. Brother Gilbert served in the Army from 1946 to 1947. He has retired to Lorain, Ohio. JEROME ZAWADSKI, 62, joined the SIU in 1959 in the port of Windsor, Canada. He was bora in Plymouth, Pa. and sailed in the deck department. Brother Zawadski served in the Army from 1951 to 1953. He lives in Exeter, Pa. ATLANTIC FISHERMEN SALVATORE LOVASCO, 65, joined the union in 1980 in the port of Boston. The Massachusetts native sailed in the deck department. Brother Lovasco resides in Gloucester, Mass. STANLEY PALFREY,67, joined the SIU in 1958 in the port of Houston. Bora in Louisiana, he sailed in the en­ gine department. Brother Palfrey has retired to New Orleans. BOB SCARBOROUGH, 71, joined the Seafarers in 1966 in the port of Houston. A native of Cameron, Texas, he completed the steward recertification course at the Lundeberg School in 1980. Brother Scarborough served in the Coast Guard from 1942 to 1945. He lives in Garden Grove, Calif. PETE VASQUEZ, 65, joined the union in 1961 in his native Houston. He sailed in the engine department and in 1973 upgraded at the Lun­ deberg School. Brother Vasquez served in the Navy from 1944 until 1946. He still calls Houston home. INLAND GEORGE BALLEW, 62, joined the union in 1959 in the port of Norfolk, Va. The Virginia native sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Boatman Ballew has retired to Hampton, Va. HENRY BIGHAM, 65, joined the union in 1957 in the port of Philadel­ phia. Bora in North Carolina, he most recently Don't forget - April 15 Is the last day to submit your application for the 1992 Seafarers scholar­ ship program. All required paperwork must be received by that date. For further Information, see an SIU official at any union hall - or contact the Scholarship Pro­ gram, Seafarers Welfare Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Time Is running out to be considered for this year's scholarship. Don't let that happen to you! April 15,1992 is the deadline for scholarship applications. fy ^ •J.tof'i. L.M �B9WBB 20 Steel Ships and Iron Men: Part II " -i y ' • :.}• •: .'.. '•' ' ..' / ift' i 'A i' -r/'- v-X;'' f T. . , '. •HI SEAFARERS LOG BY SINCLAIR OUBRE I said to myself, "All you have to doing something that I now forget, but whistle was when there was an emer­ when supper came we went into the gency. Third, no running. There was have is faith that God will take care of galley. By this time the two ABs from nothing so important that one had to you, and He will keep you from getting Piney Point had arrived and with them run. There were padeyes and heel seasick. Just have faith." With these a 19-year-old ordinary from Texas. blocks all over the deck and it would words prayed, I continued to get more They were all green, but the ordinary not be very difficult for one who is queasy and sick to my stomach. I held the most. He seemed to incarnate the running to injure himself and others by my cookies and did my work all day. anxiety of all the deck members. We miming. but felt less than chipper. At the end of each had our own fears and self doubts, These three little mles set the work the day we returned to Cameron. By but he showed them most. Not that he tone for the rest of the time we were that time I had learned an important knew u j less than most ^of us. •Rather, i-r .Lhe^ together. There was a peacefiilness on lesson; God works through the deck and safety was stressed over dramamine. If there is some type of allows a man to hide how traly scared speed or production. I do not mean to medication which cures the symptoms, " " *"" and incomplete he may feel and be. give the impression that we did not then stop bothering God with my The rest of us had all come to some produce or diat the bosun sometimes tough-guy image. proficiency in this endeavor. did not push us to get moving a bit. The next day [November 9 aboard At supper, Joel got his stuff and sat Rather, doing the Job carefiiUy and the Cape Chalmers] I felt the gentle offto one end ofthe galley. The bosun well was more important than doing rolling while I was still in my bunk and got his dinner and sauntered right the job with speed. When E.K. thought reached over the roll bar into my shavacross from the young man. "Well, that we were not going fast enough, he ing bag and got my handy b( bonine what is going to happen here?" I would call out for the offending party tablets. Chewable, orange flavored, I thought. Mr. E.K. Bryan leans over his dinner and asks him who he was and where did he come from. Joel The Bosun responded by saying that he was one of My vacation [from the church] the ordinaries and that he had just come started on October28,1991.1spent the from Piney Point, day getting things in order and in the This is a dangerous type of state­ afternoon headed to Houston to go to ment to make. First, it is the truth. the union hall. I noticed that there was Second, it reveals your whole maritime a whole recrewing taking place on this career in two little words. What Piney vessel called the Cape Chalmers. They Point translates out to in layman's jar­ were looking for one bosun, four ABs, gon is, "This is my first ship. I have two ordinary seamen and a steward never sailed before. I know only what assistant. My heart leapt when I saw they taught me and I may have forgot­ those two ordinary jobs. When the next ten most of that. I may get seasick, but call came, one of them was mine. I don't know until it happens, and The surprise was that after riding to please don't let anyone else know my Houston to catch a ship, I had to turn secret." around and go back home to get on it. or E.K. at that point leans back for The ship was docked at the Houston all to hear and says, "You must be Ship.Repair in Orange, Texas. That is pretty damn smart. First, you have just less than 30 minutes from my apart­ come out of Piney Point and second, ment. you're a member of the SIU. You're The Cape Chalmers ties up at the Jacksonville shipyard. I lugged my bag full of too many going to do real good, hear." Then he possessions up the gangway. After launched into a long discourse on how reaching the top, I entered the house he, too, is only an ordinary and that it to "stop romancing it." This turn of the only have to take one every 24 hours id I am transformed into a hurricane and asked the first person I saw where is the messmen and the ordinary phrase first appeared when my 8-12 and counterpart was struggling to remove killer. I may be part of the wimp patrol, the captain was. I figured iff could find seamen who are the most important a cotter pin that was locking the nut of but I am proud of it. I don't like the him I would discover where I was sup­ members of the crew. a shackle in place. After struggling experience of puking my pasta on my posed to be and then get there. The effect of all this was to allow with it for over five minutes, things had fellow crewmates, and I am sure that I knocked on the door, and I heard Joel to relax. I could see the not progressed much. He was trying to they feel much the same way. So if I the call to enter. As I stood in the psychological exhalation go out of both straighten the pin and preserve it am a sea wimp, I wear the tide proudly. captain's office, he asked me what I Joel. He had been accepted by the most for the next time the shackle would be At least I am out of the closet. None of needed. I told him that I was his ordi- important member of the deck depart­ used. Pulling, turning, straightening, this denial of what God made me. A napr seaman. He seemed thoroughly ment. He was all right to the person hammering and then starting all over, sea wimp I am, and a sea wimp I will unimpressed and asked me, "So?" This who was going to be his boss and men­ he was unable to get it going. always be. was a little disconcerting, but I did not tor for the next few weeks. As Joel Over everyone's suggestions rang Now a word for all those macho want to get this relationship off on a relaxed, the rest of us did also. We the words, "Stop romancing it and just guys who like to tell their favorite sea bad start, so I continued. "I am your knew that if we were who we were and cut the SOB off." What a profoundly tales abbut how the ship was in 180 ordinary se^an. I have^just gotten not trying to put on airs of fabricated simple lesson. Don't waste a great ded degree rolls, how everyone was up­ here from ,T Houston, and .J IT wantedJ to knowledge and false confidence that of energy and time and thereby money chucking everything they had ever check in and find out where you want we could all be accepted by the bosun. in an effort to preserve something that eaten in their lives, praying that God me to stow my gear." This seemed to The next morning, E.K. brought us is of little value, which can be replaced would kill them quickly and end the relax him. I had not come to tell him all together and we began to untangle slow torture. The sea machos just easily and could possibly be of no use that I was quitting, or that the ship was the booms and guys. When the ship laugh at the pitifulness of the sea once it is removed anyway. sinking. Instead, he said that there was was in the shipyard, new wire rope was wimps that surround them. The sea A bosun can make or break the very little going on and that the steward installed on the booms. The shipyard uu^uii c<tii uic«^ uic machos eat. They eat as a sign of their was not around at that moment. I could men had done an adequate job but Uiey pPey«ions of a vessel, ^d OI E K. did power over the wimps and nature itstay on the ship or I could spend failed miseiably in pW the booms ^ green guys, and with wisdom, patience self. They eat eggs and bacon, borscht another night ashore. I explained that back in their carriages. and boudain, and liver and onions. This trained them to be and expenence, it was neitiier here nor there for me. I With each one the routine was the is done not because of hunger or any seafarers. lived in Port Arthur and could stay one same. We would gather on deck- The craving for these delicacies, but to more night in my apartment It was con­ bosun would go to the control box and watch those around them tum green cluded thatI should stay home and come begin to analyze the mess. He would Wimps On Board and push their stomachs into their back to the ship in the late morning or in look to us who were watching him and November 8, 1991—As we were throats. the early afternoon. I did just that he would begin to point to different into Jacksonville, a cold front Really though, who is the mutant in When I got back the next morning, ones of us and send us in different coming was moving in. The seas that day had this picture? Is it the wimp who cannot I checked back with the captalin. He directions. After a few moments, slack kicked up to six feet. This made the stand rough seas? Or is it the macho had the third mate take me to what from this boom would begin to be empty ship ride a little rough. It also who laughs as he bounces from would be my room and told me to get taken up. We would hook or unhook forced the wimps in the crew to pull out bulkhead to bulwark? God made men some lunch. I asked him what I should the necessary blocks or shackles and their ear patches and take their bonine. and women to walk on land, terra do after lunch and he said to get with then do whatever was necessary. OK, it's confession time. I'm a sea firma. When we begin to bounce In the midst of all this, one of the the bosun and he would assign me wimp. around too much, we are also given this some task. "But what does he look members of our crew hollered out his Back in 1978,1 was working for a gift of dizziness so that we can stop like?" I asked. The third said he had companion's name to get his attention. workboat company out of Cameron, bouncing around before we hurt our­ Suddenly the bosun stopped, looked gray hair and a mustache. La. on their workboats. I had selves. So when we go out to sea and After I finished eating, in walks this around and then called us together. At dramamine to take but I thought I could get sick, we are only following our man with silver hair and a mustache. I this moment the bosun gave us "E.K. do without it. It was during my faith God-given tendencies. Those who asked with feigned confidence if he Bryan's Three Rules of Seam^ship.' was the bosun. He responded that his First, no yelling. Second, no whistling, healing days. We went out one mom- doii't get sick really have to question name was Bryan—E.K. Bryan—and The first two mles go together because ing, and once we clewed the jetties, th^ the^ relatirmship to the Creator, that he was the bosun. Well, this guy they both affect the general working tumed the helm oyer to me. To all of you sea wimps who read • • conditions. E.K. pointed out to us that Th® ?oas weren t too bad, but they were this, realize that you are the ones whom seemed interesting already. God has created correctly. the only time he wanted us to yell or making me feel a little nauseated. We messed around after lunch Father Sinclair Oubre is Port Chaplain in Beau­ mont, Texas and an SIU member. He sails during his time off. During his lasi trip—as an ordinary seaman aboard the Cape Sinclair Oubre Chalmers—he jotted down his thoughts regarding the voyage and the profession of seafaring. Father Oubre's first contribution to the Seafarers LOG appeared in the May 1991 issue in the form of a diary. Whatfollows are excerpts from a jour­ nal Brother Oubre kept during his days aboard the Cape Chalmers, an RRF ship operated by OMl. V �Vi'X .. •• ..'• .-"-• '.. vjX • "•'•' AH-:: MARCH 1992 21 . -u -•fi.A--'..'-••'.^>•'.•.<3' ; or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed importance of donating to SPAD. Crew discussed need for new movies on board. Next port: Newport News, Va. ' "*c' • •••''" "'•''ft ' ' r^• The Seatarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shipboard minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some win be omitted. Ships minutes first are reviewed by the union's amhact deparhnent Those Issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the sh/ps minutes. The minutes are then forwanied to the Seafarers LOG. SEA-LAND INNOVATOR (Sea-Land Service), September 21 — Chairman Claude J. Dockrey, Secretary Jose Bayani, Educational Director Rickey Cavender, Deck Delegate J.R. Picciolo, Engine Delegate PrentissSmith, Steward Delegate George Bronson. Chairman reported everything running smoothly. He announced payoff due on arrival in Long Beach, Calif. He thanked steward department for goodies being served. Secretary thank^ deck and en­ gine departments for keeping ship clean. Educational director urg^ memters to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. ITB JACKSONVILLE (Sheridan Transportation), November 10 — Chair­ man G. Diefenback, Secretary Edward M. Collins, Educational Director S. Perdikis. Steward Delegate Calvin Sewell. Chairman requested union official for ar­ rival in New York. He reported disputed OT in deck department. He thanked crew for good job keeping ship clean. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward delegate. Wiper asked contracts department for clarification on weekend work. Crew asked contracts department for clarification on company's medical requirements. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. OVERSEAS BOSTON (Maritime Overseas), November 30 — Chairman Carrol Heick, Secretary Barbara Steveniwn, Engine Delegate C. Herrington, Steward Delegate Wilton Domingue. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed possibility of purchasing videotape rewinder. Crew noted rooms are too cold. Chairman ex­ plained proper laundry procedures. /?OVEB(Vulcan Carriers), November 11 — Chairman D. EUette, Secretary E. Harris, Educational Director J. Rott, Deck Delegate A.Saeli, Steward Delegate E. Hensley. Chairman in­ structed members to register at union hall upon arrival in U.S. He noted job will be on the board when ship crews up. He reminded crew to not let vendors in house. Educational director urged mem­ bers to take advantage of opportunity to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No brofs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed possible changes in contract. Crew noted Coast Guard random drug testing in ef- Feeding the Crew feet. Crew noted importance of writing to congressmen and voicing displeasure with proposed user fees. Next port: Sin­ gapore. AMERICAN COHAfOHA/Vr (Pacific Gulf Marine), December 22 — Chair­ man C. Davis, Secretary D. Goggins, Educational Director J. Quinonez, Deck Delegate B. Williams, Engine Delegate L. Parker, Steward Delegate D. Slack. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew ex­ tended vote of thanks to galley gang for good food and to GSU E. Aperto for keeping house extra clean. ITB MOBILE (Sheridan Transporta­ tion), December 29 — Chairman Fred Jensen, Secretary Pedro Sellan, Educa­ tional Director J. Pazos, Deck Delegate S.E. Drafts, Engine Delegate P. Daven­ port, Steward Delegate Oliver Keen. Secretary noted pleasant trip with great OMI COLUMBIA (OMI Corp.), Decem­ ber 26— Chairman Robert Edwards, Secretary C.R. Moss, Deck Delegate Michael Levan. Chairman reported payoff set for San Francisco. He reminded members to upgrade at Lun­ deberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for Thanksgiving and Christmas diimers. Crew noted repair list posted. OMI HUDSON(OMI Corp.), December 22 —• Chairman C. Miles, Secretary C. Scott, Educational Director K. Miles, Deck Delegate Tan Joon, Engine Delegate Felix Durand, Steward Keeping the Leader Ship-Shape CAPE CATOCHE(AMSEA), Decem­ ber 23 — Chairman L. Baker, Secretary K. White, Educational Director G. Curzen. Deck Delegate D. Steinberg, En­ gine Delegate S. Hoskin, Steward Delegate K. Jobnson. Educational direc­ tor encouraged one and all to upgrade skills at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $100 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Con­ cord, Calif. CAPE HORN (lOM), December 22 — Chairman J. Sosa, Secretary David E. Banks, Educational Director Gerasimos Ballas, Engine Delegate S. Nolan. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Next port: Chariestoh, S.C. CHARLESTON(Westchester Marine), December IS — Chairman Paul Dornes, Secretary R. Bright, Educational Director R. Gracey. Chairman an­ nounced payoff due in Charleston, S.C. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward depart­ ment. Crew asked contracts department for clarification on payoff procedure. CHARLESTONCWestchester Marine), December 29 — Chairman Paul Dornes. Secretary R. Bright, Educational Director R.Gracey. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. GALVESTON BAY (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), December 29 — Chairman David Manson, Secretary D. Brown, Educa­ tional Director M.Scinto, Engine Delegate Rashid Ali, Steward Delegate John Padilla. Chairman noted captain is pleased with work accomplished by crew. Educational director urged mem­ bers to upgrade at Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman reminded crew about random drug testing. Crew re­ quested microwave for lounge. Crew thanked steward department and four-toeight watch. Crew wished everyone a happy new year. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers. Next port: Boston. GROTON (Sheridan Transportation), December 27 — Chairman Neil MatIhey, Secretary M. DeLoateh, Educa­ tion^ Director R. McKinzie, Deck Delegate Phil Poole, Engine Delegate Abraham Diaf, Steward Delegate Ahdul Aziz. Chairman aiuiounced payoff scheduled for Stapleton, N.Y. He suggested members donate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave steward department vote of thanks for good food. Chief Cook Charies N. Ratcllff com­ pletes a meal for hs shipmates at)oard the Sea-Land Crusader. NEDLLOYD HI/DSOA/(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), December 7 — Chairman J. Bertolino, Secretary A. HoUand, Educational Director C. Tsipliareles, En­ gine Delegate T. McArdle. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew would like refrigerators in all rooms. Crew thanked SIU President Michael Sacco and other officials for their efforts to thwart proposed user fees. SAM HOUSTON (Watermsm Steam­ ship), December 29 — Chairman Jim Haiaam, Secretary C. Rooks. No beefs AB David Hestand (left) and AB John O'Ferrell are getting ready to remove the valve cover on board the OMI Leader. crew. He urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew extended vote of thanks to galley gang for job well done. Delegate Ernest Polk. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to seek increase in crew sizes and improved dental benefits. MAYAGUEZ(Puerto RicoJVIarineX December 9 — Chairman Al Canlder, Secretary Joel Lechel, Educational Director R. Smith, Steward Delegate Angel O'Neill. Crew requested safety meetings be conducted once per month, noted the meetings have not been con­ ducted regularly. Chairman discussed retirement benefits and mentioned $500 . bonus for retirees. He thanked union for watching out for members. Secretary reported 14 movies and a VCR were pur­ chased by crew. Educational director reported ship's committee requests more information about which ratings are sub­ ject to random drug testing exemptions. Deck delegate reported beefs. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew discussed dis­ pleasure with longshoremen being al­ lowed to assemble in lounge. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department, in­ cluding Steward P. Batayias and Chief Cook Ruperto Rivera. Crew thanked staff of Seafarers LOG for job well done. Next port: New York. OMI SACRAMENTO (OMI Corp.), December 8 — Chairman Charles' Parks, Secretary John Darrow, Deck Delegate Kenneth Park, Engine Delegate James B. Long, Steward Delegate A. Fachini. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew noted rec room needs new couch and chairs. Next port: Houston. NUEVO SAN JUAN (Puerto Rico Marine), December 22 — Chairman Manuel Silva, Secretary Jospeh F. Miller, Educational Director James Roberts, Deck Delegate Angel Camacho, Engine Delegate Robert Lee Grace HI. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for fine food and holiday meals. Next port: San Juan. BUYER (OMI Coip.), December 29 — Chairman James Blanchard, Secretary T. Dansley Jr., Educational Director B. Wayne Carver. Secretary thanked crew for its excellent performance and reminded everyone to upgrade at Lun­ deberg School. Deck delegate reported disputed OT, which later was resolved at payoff. No b^fs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward rtelegates. OMI STAR (OMI Corp.), December 8 — Chairman Robert E. Allen, Secretary E. Bagger, Deck Delegate Vernon W. Huelett, Engine Delegate Ben Adams. Chairman noted good crew and smooth trip. He relayed praise from captain. Educational director voiced encourage­ ment for members to upgrade at Lun­ deberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang! OVERSEAS MARILYN (Maritime Overseas), December 22 — Chairman J.L. Bass, Secretary K. Segree, Deck Deiegate Craig Pare, Engine Delegate R. Holmes, Steward Delegate Charles LaScola. Chairman urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted delays in delivery of vacation checks. PONCE (Puerto Rico Marine), Decem­ ber 29 — Chairman J.D. Foster, Secretary R. Evans, Educational Direc­ tor K. Katsalis, Engine Delegate Dennis Davidson. Deck delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew asked contracts department to seek increase in dental, optic^ and dependent benefits. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for job well done. RALEIGH fi4 Y(Sea-Land Service), December 8 — Chairman D.W. Plummer. Secretary J. Cruz, Educational Continued on page 22 if:vw"- • IS ZmSy-:,;, * ./I r• ' • '-.V • : �SBVAKBIStjOe 22 l^psDigest union books against shipping cards of new crewmembers signing on. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. Contimtedfirom page 21 a,*-. •' -V •! o... •. = -- ^ %i.'' 'v ••"•••A-: • •• •'.- :jk: N.\: • ••• (!•.';- . SEA-LAND ACHIEVER (Sea-hand Ser­ vice), December 17 — Chairman Kadir Amat, Seaetary L. Winfidd, Educational Director A. Quinn, Engine Delegate Leroy WflUams. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lunddrerg School as soon as possible. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked steward departmoit forjob well done. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE(Sea-Land Service), December 27 — Chairman William Mullins, Secretary E.M. Douroudous, Educational Director J. Ortiz. Chairman announced upcoming drug test. He recommended members upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Guide for 1992 upgrading courses has been posted. Crew thanked steward department for special dinners on holidays. C'V^' ' W:'- m '-A !,f •:S'' •:/ J-.. , ' , •••:'• H . SEA-LAND CHALLENGER (SeaLand Service), December 15 — Chair­ man Roy Williams, Secretary H. Scypes, Educational Director J. Wil­ liam, Deck Delegate James Walker, En­ gine Delegate S. Padilla. Chairman reported everything running smoothly. He noted crew received new washing machine, and asked everyone to use old machine for work clothes. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew extended vote of thanks to galley gang. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. t + :•. Director D. Greiner, Deck Delegate C.D. Brown, Engine Delegate Joseph Negron, Steward Delegate Dwayne Carter. Chairman thanked crew for smooth trip. He reminded everyone to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Education­ al director advised members to stay in­ formed by reading LOG. Deck delegate reported ^sputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. SEA-LAND £XPED/r/OA/(Sea-Land Service), December 22 — Chairman Carlos DeGracia, Secretary E. Vaz­ quez, Deck Delegate Eric Perez, Engine Delegate Jose Ortiz, Steward Delegate R. Cosme. Chairman reported every­ thing running smoothly. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department. SEA-LAND EXPLORER (Sea-Land Service), December 15 — Chairman C. LoPiccido, Secretary R. Fiuker, Educa­ tional Director Daniel Famenia, Deck Delegate Larry Thompson, Engine Delegate All Mohamed, Steward Delegate Inocenco Fontelera. Chairman reported crew enthusiastically supports its union in opposing the proposed worker tax. He emphasized each member's responsibility to take part in opposing worker tax. Eteck delegate thanked steward department for outstand­ ing Thanksgiving dinner in Japan. Steward delegate thanked crew for keep­ ing rec room and messhall clean at all times. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed having delegates check Keeping Warm Ekow Doffoh, chief steward aboard the Sea-Land Crusader, serves his meals straight from the oven. mm SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE(SeaLand Service), December 24 — Chair­ man Francis Adams, Secretary Nancy Heyden, Educational Director Irwin Rousseau, Steward Delegate Samuel Concepcioa Chairman noted impor­ tance of SPAD. Educational director urged meml)ers to read LOG and upgrade at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew thanked Samuel Concepcion for great job, wished him good luck with baby. Crew discussed ap­ propriate conduct for meal hours. SEA-LAND INTEGRITY(Sea-Land Service), December 15 — Chairman Carlton Hall, Secretary P. Laboy, Educational Director M. Rivera, Deck Delegate A. Ware, Steward Delegate B. Santos. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Boston. ITB JACKSONVILLE(Sheridan Transportation), January 12 — Chair­ man J. Caruso. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for goodfood. Next port: Staten Is­ land, N.Y. ITB NEW YOI7IC(Sheridan Transporta­ tion), January 2 — Chairman Sonny Pit­ kin, Secretary Ed Dunn, Educational Director A. Macardo. Chairman an­ nounced payoff. He advised members to apply for scholarships available through SIU. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for excellent job and good holiday meals. LIBERTY SEA (Liberty Maritime), January 5 — Chairman Peter Victor, Secretary Ralph Edmonds, Deck Delegate Scott James. Educational direc­ tor advised members to upgrade at Lun- No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to revise SlUETC agreement so that ship's committee consists of chairman, recording secretary and educational director, with those members elected by majority vote after 60 percent crew turnover or when two full members call for an election. LNG TAURUS (ETC), January 11 — Chairman Carlos Pineda, Secretary Doyle E. Cornelius, Educational Direc­ tor Tracy C. Shaddox, Deck Delegate Paul Jagger, Engine Eielegate David Veldkamp, Steward Delegate Frank Martin. Chairman discussed importance of SPAD and upgrading at Lundeberg School. Secret^ thanked everyone for cooperation in helping keep lounge clean and noise level down. Treasurer reported $530 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Updated Lundeberg SIU Ships Together In Port Everglades SEALIFT ANTARCTIC (International Marine Carriers), December 1 — Chair­ man Evan Bradley, Secretaiy John Holtschhlag. Educational director reported life rings need to be replaced. Treasurer reported $320 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported ship had only hot water for an entire week. SEALIFT ANTARCTIC(International Marine Carriers), December 29 — Chair­ man George Schuj, Secretaiy John Holtschhlag, Steward Delegate M. Cousins. Chairman stressed importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. New toaster needed for messhall. SILAS BENT(Mar Ship Operators), December 15 — Chairman R. Vazquez, Deck Delegate R. Holt, Engine Delegate C. Coots, Steward Delegate Richard Hokanson. Treasurer reported $150 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Christmas gift exchanges with $20 limit will go on as planned. Next port: Oakland, Calif. i/SAfS I7E6I/LI/S (Mar Ship Operators), December 30 — Chairman M. Roper, Secretary L. Gaines, Steward Delegate Arnold Jadtson. No beefs or disputed OT reported. DSNS WILKES (Mar Ship Operators), December 12 — Chairman Robert Rus­ sell, Secretary Ben Henderson, Educa­ tional Director Charles Whitfield. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SIU offi­ cial Russ Levin answered various ques­ tions, including some regarding union representation while ship is in foreign ports. He reminded crew of imporiance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. Next port: Oakland, Calif. CAPE FAREWELL antemational Marine Carriers), January 26 — Chair­ man J. Deano, Secretary Mohamed Abdelfattah. Chairman noted exceptionally good trip and excellent steward depart­ ment. No beefs or disputed OT reported. CO£//7/E/? (Vulcan Carriers), January 5Chairman S. Yaras, Secretary Richard Brumage, Deck Delegate Jim Flood. Chairman urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. He thanked galley gang for fine salad bar and homemade desserts and cookies. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. GULF TRADER (All Marine Services), January 1 — Chairman Steve Casde, Secretary Steve Parker, Educational Director George Wallls, Steward Delegate Russel Bartnett. Chairman reported ship still awaiting clearance from customs while at anchorage off Sunny Point, N.C. Educational director stressed need to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Steward delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Crew thanked steward department for improved menus, meals and service. Galley gang thanked all hands for cooperation, esp«;ially con­ sidering lack of stores. Ship is carrying full load of high-yield explosives. Two SIU ships, the OMI Leader and the Falcon Duchess, are side by side in Port Everglades, Fla., unloading petroleum products. deberg School. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew thanked port of New Orleans for resolving disputes during December 18 payoff. Crew also gave vote of thanks to crewmembers for show of solidarity during beef over contract violations. LNG AQUARIUS(ETC), January 12 — Chairman J. Japper, Secretary W. Justl. Educational director urged mem­ bers to take advantage of upgrading op­ portunities at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. Crew discussed OT cuts, asked contracts department if officer pay has been cut L/VG JIH/ES (ETC), January 20— Chairman R. Suy, Secret^ Dana Paradise, Educational Director Riley Donahue, Deck Delegate Salim Ibrahim, Engine Delegate Kevin W. Conklln, Steward Delegate Albert A. Fretta. Chairman noted ship running smoothly. He advised all eligible mem­ bers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Secretary reminded crew to put plastics in separate containers. No bwfs or dis­ puted OT reported. Steward department received thanks for fine holiday meals and pool parties. Deck gang was thanked for cleanup efforts. Special thanks went to Steward D. Paradise and Chief Cook A. Fretta for good menus and excellent meals. LNG GEMINI (ETC), January 6 — Chairman B.B. Darley, Secretary Kris A. Hopkins, Educational Director Mar­ cos Hill, Deck Delegate R. Perelra, En­ gine Delegate R. Rosario, Steward Delegate Alonzo Belcher. Educational director urged all new members to upgrade at Limdeberg School as soon as possible. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward delegate mentioned ex­ cellent SA Malcolm Poe will be missed. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. LNG LEO (ETC), January 17 — Chair­ man J. Gamer, Secretary L. Achmad. School schedule was posted. Crew gave vote of thanks to galley gang for job well done. OMI COLUMBIA (OMI Corp.), January 26 — Chairman Robert Ed­ ward, Secretary C.R. Moss, Educational Director A.D. Bomblta, Deck Delegate S. Kllllam, Engine Delegate Michael LeVan, Steward Delegate Nasar Alfaglh. Chairman noted financial rewards gained from upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Repair list is posted. Crew thanked steward department. All mem­ bers were thanked for keeping rec room and pantry clean. OMI SACRAMENTO (Vulcan Car­ riers), January 26 — Chairman Ray Gorju, Secretary J. Darrow, Education­ al Director V. LImoh, Deck Delegate Charies Foley, Engine Delegate E.M. Welsh, Steward Delegate Doima DeCesare. Chairman reported QMED upgrading poster has been posted. No b^fs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported sofa and lounge chairs still n^ed for recreation room, have been re­ quested during every mating in past eight months but no response from com­ pany. Next port: Mobile, Ala. OVERSEAS NEW ORLEANS (Maritime Overseas), January 23 •— Chairman M. Zepeda, Secretary A. Todd, Educational Director C. Castro. Chairman atmounced payoff. He reported minor OT dispute had been set­ tle with captain. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew congratulated galley gang for preparing great meals and keep­ ing areas clean. PRIDE OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), January 18 — Chairman Henry Jones, Secret^ F. Robertson, Educa­ tional Director P. Hoover, Deck Delegate Spencer Lyle, Engine Delegate Craig Croft, Steward Delegate Frandesca Rose. Secretary noted im­ portance of upgrading at Lundeberg Continued on page 24 �MARCH 1992 23 Final D^aitureS DEEP SEA JOHNCOYLE Pensioner John Cbyle, 87, passed away Novem­ ber 23 due to heart failure. Bom in Ireland, he joined the SIU in 1955 in the port of New York. Brother Coyle sailed in the steward department. He retired in January 1970. KNOWLTON ALLEN Pensioner Knowlton Allen, 67, passed away January 8. He was bom in Georgia and joined the SlU in 1957 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Allen sailed in the en­ gine department. He served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. Brother Allen began receiving his pension in January 1990. RICHARD FUNK Pensioner Richard Funk, 65, died Decem­ ber 27 as a result of heart dis­ ease. He joined the Seafarers in 1951 in his native Philadelphia. Brother Funk sailed in the steward department. He served in the Army fi^om 1944 to 1945. Brother Funk began receiving his pension in July 1980. WILLIAM ASHMAN William Ashman, 39, died Decem­ ber 31. A native of Philadel­ phia, he graduated from the Lundeberg School in 1969. Brother Ashman shipped in the deck and engine depart­ ment. He upgraded at the Lun­ deberg School in 1984. Brother Ashman was an active member at the time of his death. ROBERT GRAF Pensioner Robert Graf, 71, died December 27. The native of Gloucester, NJ. joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of Bal­ timore. Brother Gr^ sailed in the engine department. He retired in January 1987. i, . JESSE BARTON Pensioner Jesse Bar­ ton, 87, died Decem­ ber 29. He was bom in Jefferson City, Mo. and joined the Se^arers in 1946 in the port of Galveston, Texas. Brother Bar­ ton sailed as a bosun. He retired in March 1970. WILLIAM HURD Pensioner William Hurd, 66, died October 24. He was bom in Texas and joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1968 in the port of San Francisco, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Hurd began receiving his pension in July 1986. LEiSLIE BECKER WILLIAM JUNE Pensioner William June, 81, passed away December 12 due to a heart attack. Bom in Mas­ sachusetts, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in the port of San Francisco in 1958, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother June retired in April 1975. Leslie Be­ cker, 37, passed away Novem­ ber 16. The North Platte, Neb. native joined the SIU in 1982 in the port of Honolulu. Brother Becker sailed in the steward department. VINCENT COSCARELLI Pensioner Vincent Coscarelli, 71, died January 20. The Bos­ ton native joined the Seafarers in 1963 in the port of New York. Brother Coscarelli sailed in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in January 1986. BERNARD GABOR Pensioner Bemard Gabor, 65, passed away January 26. He was bom in Philadelphia and joined the union in 1945 in the port of New York. Brother Gabor sailed in the engine department. He retired in Febraary 1982. ^ » 'v *'•' deck departments. He retired in May 1979. wart sailed as a bosun. He retired in July 1983. INLAND JAMES R. PARKER James R. Parker, 62, died January 12. Bom in Birmin­ gham, Ala., he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1977 in Louisiana, the same year that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Parker served in the Army from 1947 to 1948. JAMES SLAYTON Pensioner James Slayton, 66, passed away December 28. He was bom in Georgia and in 1948 joined the SIU in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Slayton sailed as a bosun. He served in the Navy from 1941 to 1947. Brother Slayton retired in August 1981. JOHNBULASKI Pensioner John Bulaski, 77, died December 27. He joined the union in 1961 in his native Norfolk, Va. Boatman Bulaski sailed in the engine depart­ ment. He served in the Army from 1944 to 1946. Boatman Bulaski retired in November 1973. NICHOLAS PIZZUTO Pensioner Nicholas Pizzuto, 60, died January 13 as a result of liver failure. He was bom in New Orleans and joined the Seafarers in 1961 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Pizzuto sailed in the deck department. He served in the Navy from 1948 until 1952. Brother Pizzuto retired in March 1987. HECTOR RODRIGUEZ Hector Rodriguez, 37, passed away January 18. He joined the SIU in 1971 in his native New York. Brother Rodriguez sailed in the steward department. He upgraded frequently at the Lun­ deberg School. WACLAW ROZALSKI Pensioner Waclaw Rozalski, 73, died Decem­ ber 31. He was bom in Bayonne, N.J. and in 1944joined the Seafarers in the port of New York. Brother Rozalski sailed as a bosun. He began receiving his pension in December 1967. ROBADOJUNIEL Pensioner Robado Juniel, 72, died October 26. He was bom in Arkansas and in 1946 joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in the port of San Francisco, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Juniel began receiving his pension in Febmary 1984. TRIFINORUIZ Trifmo Ruiz, 32, passed away January 10. A native of Hon­ duras, he joined the union in 1991 in the port of Wil­ mington, C^f. Brother Ruiz sailed in the steward depart­ ment. BERNARD OVERSTREET Pensioner Bemard Overstreet, 75, passed away Decem­ ber 9. A native of Whatley, Ala., he joined the SIU in 1954 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Overstreet sailed in the engine and REUBEN SIGWART Pensioner Reuben Sigwart, 73, died Decem­ ber 24 due to bone mar­ row failure. The native of Colorado joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of New York. Brother Sig­ i r •- f , MICHAEL STEFANICK Pensioner Michael Stefanick, 74, died January 11, 10 years to the day after he retired. Bom in Windber, Pa., he joined the SIU in 1967 in the port of New York. Brother Stefanick sailed in the steward department. He served in the Arniy from 1937 to 1945. PETER UCCI Pensioner Peter Ucci, 81, died Decem­ ber 30 due to lung can­ cer. The Buffalo native joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of New York. Brother Ucci completed the bosun recertiflcation course at the Lundeberg School in 1975. He began receiving his pension in August 1976. WARD WALLACE Pensioner Ward Wallace, 70, passed away December 22. Bom in Virginia, he joined the Seafarers in 1947 in the port of New York. Brother Wallace completed the bosun recer­ tiflcation program at the Lun­ deberg School in 1974. He served in the Army from 1939 to 1945. Brother Wallace retired in March 1986. JAMES W. WASHINGTON Pensioner James Washington, 74, died January 6. He joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1978 in his native New Orleans, after that union merged with the AGLIWD. He served in the Army from 1942 until 1945. Brother Washington began receiving his pension in June 1983. WHEELER WILLIAMS Pensioner Wheeler Williams, 63, passed away Sep­ tember 25. Bom in Bal­ timore, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1979 in the port of San Francisco, after that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Williams retired in November 1979. ROSCOE CAREY Pensioner Roscoe Carey, 69, passed away January 5 due to Parkin­ sons disease. The native of New York joined the Seafarers in 1967 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Boatman Carey sailed as a niate and tankerman. He served in the Army ftx>m 1942 to 1945. Boatman Carey began receiving his pension in April 1985. „ 4M:' W'pi• i,' i • • ••• • J'- ••".-.••-•I. ' ' RUSSELL HENDRIXSON Pensioner Russell Hendrixson, 74, died December 22. Bom in Jamestown, Kan., he joined the union in 1959 in the port of Houston. Boatman Hendrix­ son sailed in the engine department. He retired in July 1985. CHARLES MOORE Pensioner Charles Moore, 73, passed away Decem­ ber 15. He was Kjm in Florida and in 1974 joined the union in the port of Mobile, Ala. Boatman Moore sailed in the engine depart­ ment. He served in the Army from 1936 to 1937. Boatman Moore retired in November 1982. CHESTER VOVAK Pensioner Chester Vovak, 72, passed away January 11. A na­ tive of Pennsylvania, he joined the Seafarers in 1956 in the port of Baltimore. Boatman Vovak sailed in the deck department. He served in the Amy from 1941 to 1945. Boat­ man Vovak began receiving his pension in March 1982. S »''/ •" *-• r STEPHEN WEST Pensioner Stephen West, 65, died December 6. He joined the union in 1971 in his native Philadelphia. Boatman West sailed in the engine depart­ ment. He served in the Amy from 1943 to 1946. Boatman West retired in Febmary 1988. Continued on page 25 m "vAv. • ' �SEAFARERS IM Ships Digest thanks to galley gang for job well done, particularly during holidays. Next port: San Juan. ConiUmedJrom page 22 i" 4f -...i,^ ylW0ff'X'' ;:; •^•.(^p5"ir ; ;(«>•?,, •?.'V " •'•4 • School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Entire crew got sick from dirty water while sailing overseas. Crew said fountains need filters and fresh water tanks must be cheeked. Next port: New Orleans. Payoff Can't Wait 4^44^44,;,::'4: '' .. SEA-LAND MARINER(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 1 — Chairman R. Ramirez, Secretary S. Call, Deck Delegate Richard Bynum, Engine Delegate Gene Speckman, Steward Delegate Rob Costello. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew commended steward department. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. • v> Attending the payoff meeting straight from his work on board the OMI Wabash is Bosun J. Moore. RALEIGH BA Y (Sea-Land Service), January 11 — Chairman D. Plummer, Secretary J.Speller, Educational Direc­ tor D. Grelner, Deck Delegate J.C. Biavat, Engine Delegate J. Negron, Steward Delegate C.L. Willey. Chair­ man urged all members to make volun­ tary SPAD donation. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed •OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. SEA-LAND ACHIEVER(Sea-Land i'Vyte;;} SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Service), January 30 — Chairman Wil­ liam Mullins, Secretary E.M. Douroudous, Educational Director Joseph Ortiz. Chairman thanked crew for separating plastics. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. SEA-LAND EXPEDITION (Sea-Land Service), January 22 — Chairman Paul Flores. No beefs or disputed OT reported. kiv3 r: "4- •' •, • ' 4^:4-^4") SEA-LAND ENDURANCE (Sea-Land Service), January 4 — Chairman Lance Zollner, Secretary J. Samuels, Educa­ tional Director G. Evosevich. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Los Angeles. Service), January 19 — Chairman K. Amat, Secretary L. Winfield. Chairman announced payoff. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to galley gang. Crew was reminded to keep lounge clean. SEA-LAND ATLANTIC (Sea-Land Service), January 12 — Chairman E.K. Bryan, Secretary Roily Saguinsin, Educational Director E.E. Smith, Deck Delegate J. Jones, Engine Delegate W. McCants, Steward Delegate R. Kotecki. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Port Everglades, Fla. SEA-LAND CHALLENGER (SeaLand Service), January 12 — Chairman S. Rallo, Secretary K. Jones, Engine Delegate J. Guaris, Steward Delegate William Campbell. Chairman reported smooth sailing, encouraged SPAD dona­ tions. Educational director stressed im­ portance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. No b^fs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND CRUSADER (Sea-Land Service), January 7 — Chairman Osario Joseph, Secretary Ekow Doffoh, Educa­ tional Director Oswald Bermeo, Deck Delegate B. Babarina, Engine Delegate Ramon CoUazo, Steward Delegate Charles RatclifT. Educational director reported new TV and VCR needed for crew lounge. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Letter from SIU headquarters was read. Crew discussed importance of SPAD and how it helps provide job security. Crew gave unanimous vote of SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 22 — Chairman Mike Willis, Secretary Lois Ware, Education­ al Director R.E. Clock. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported, although penalty time for Guam may be disputed by all three departments. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND VOYAGER (Sea-Land Service), January 19 — Chairman P.M. Glennon, Secretary J. Weed, Education­ al Director W. Hatehel, Steward Delegate G. Loffin. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEALIFT ARABIAN SEA (Internation­ al Marine Carriers), January 3 — Chair­ man T. Koebel, Deck Delegate P. Madden, Engine Delegate D. Smith, Steward Delegate Claxton Davis. Chair­ man read letter from contracts depart­ ment. He urged members to contribute to SPAD at vacation time. He said SIU legislative team in Washington, D.C. far Three Men and an Eagle SEAW TO/? (Crowley Caribbean Transport), January 27 — Chairman Patrick Ray, Secretary Richard K. Ward, Educational Director Jeff McCranie, Deck Delegate Daniel Gaylor, Engine Delegate Roy Jackson, Steward Delegate Fidel Thomes. Rec room needs new chairs and VCR. Steward delegate reported beef. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for good service, ex­ cellent chow and job well done. USNSCHAUVENET (Mar Ship Operators), January 3 — Chairman Jeff Paul Focardi, Educational Director Al Mates, Deck Delegate James Keevan, Engine Delegate Dan Taggart, Steward Delegate Matt Schilling. Chairman wel­ comed new crewmembers aboard, ex­ plained various rules and nuances. Educational director reminded crew to wear hard hats and steel-toed shoes around cargo and boat operations. Steward delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or en­ gine delegates. Crew wishes rest of SIU good luck and happy new year. #4' SEA-LAND PATRIOT(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 9 — Chairman S. Evans, Secretary L. Martin, Educational Direc­ tor A. McQuade, Deck Delegate Rus­ sell Haynes, Engine Delegate Hubbert Lee. Chairman reminded crew to separate cans and bottles from other trash. He thanked crew for keeping ship clean. Educational director reminded members to watch shipboard videotapes about emergencies and to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. SEA-LAND PERFORMANCE (SeaLand Service), January 5~Chairman R. Newly, Secretary L. Ewing, Educational Director D. Johnsmi. Engine delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew asked contracts department for clarificatioii on who pays for transporta­ tion for temporary reliefs. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department. SEA-LAND RELIANCE (Sea-Land Service), January 5 — Chairman R. McGonagle, Secretary W.G. Lombard, Educational Director G. Fredrickson. Chairman announced payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for good job. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND SPIRIT(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 5 — Chairman John Schoenstein, Secretary S. Apodaca, Educational Director Charles Henley. Treasurer reported $372 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Honolulu. Joining three SIU men in posing for a photograph is an American bald eagle perched appropriately below the American flag. Aboard the USNS Wilkes while docked in Adak, Alaska are (from left) Bosun Tom Jensen, Cook/Baker Donald Thomas and Chief Steward Ben Henderson. and away carries largest load of maritime unions' interests. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman addressed crew regarding ship's OT policy. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. SEALIFT CARIBBEAN (International Marine Carriers), January 27 — Chair­ man W. Steele, Secretary Benny Wil­ liams. Educational director recommended upgrading at Lundeberg School. Deck and steward delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine delegate. SEALIFT INDIAN OCEAN(Interna­ tional Marine Carriers), January 13 — Chairman R. Dennis, Secretary J. Ludy, Educational Director E. Hanvey. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND EXPLORER (Sea-Land Service), February 2 — Chairman Cris Loplccolo, Secretary R. Fluker. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or stewani delegates. SEA-LAND EXPRESS (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), February 1 — Chairman C. Daw­ son, Secretary M.K. Mueller, Educational Director M.W. Phillips, Deck Delegate J. Kelley, Engine Delegate A. Hussain, Steward Delegate C. Atkins. Educational director pointed out letter received from headquarters clarifying QMED upgrading require­ ments. Engine delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Deck and steward departments received votes of thanks for jobs well done. Bringing in the New Year Aboard the Cape Farewell Captain David T. Downs, his family and crewmembers on the Cape Farewell help celebrate the new year with a shipboard cookout. This photo was sent to the LOG by Mohamed Abdelfattah, steward/baker, on board that vessel. 'i' ' �MMCH1992 Final Departures Continued from page 23 GREAT LAKES ROYBOUDREAL Pensioner Roy Boudreal, 66. passed away Decem­ ber 29. He joined the Seafarers in 1946 in his na­ tive Detroit. Brother Boudreal sailed in the deck department. He retired in July 1977. GEORGE FITZGERALD Pensioner George Fitzgerald, .85. passed away January 19 due to a heart at­ tack. He joined the Seafarers in 1961 in his native Ohio. Brother Fitzgerald sailed as a linesman. He retired in Septem­ ber 1972. LEEGARNETT Pensioner LeeGarnett.83. died Januarys due to heart dis­ ease. Bom in Crystal. Maine, he joined the union as a charter member in 1938 in Cleveland. Brother Gamett sailed in the engine department. He retired in February 1975. FELIX KNETCHEL Pensioner FeUx Knetchel. 88. passed away Decem­ ber 21 due to a heart attack. He was bom in Al- pena. Mich, and in 1961 joined the Seafarers in the port of Toledo. Ohio. Brother Knetchel sailed in the deck and engine departments. He retired in June 1968. NORMAN MORRISON Pensioner Norman Morrison. 89. died January 16. A na­ tive of Scotland, he joined the SIU as a charter member in 1939 in the port of Detroit. Brother Morrison sailed in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in January 1969. RALPH SWIERCZYNSKI Pensioner Ralph Swierczynski, 66. passed away Decem­ ber 10. A native of Milwaukee, he joined the Seafarers in 1954 in the port of Chicago. Brother Swierczynski sailed in the en­ gine department. He served in the Marine Corps from 1943 to 1945. Brother Swierczynski retired in June 1983. CORRECTION JACOB ROMAN If In the Janu- ' ary issue of the Sea­ farers i an in­ correct photo was publish­ ed with the obituary of pen­ sioner Jacob Roman. The proper photo appears here. Boatman Roman passed away last November. An active Seafarer for 26 years, he sailed in the en­ gine department. He retired in 1976. SbMse^brVompOilive'US.nea Continued from page 3 stop kidding oiirselves. But if die answer is yes, we're going to do some things very, very differently. "We had better step back from the way we have been doing business in the past around here. . . . It's not going to do us any good to fight the old fights." Upon becoming chair­ man, Studds said he would meet with maritime labor and business repre­ sentatives together to "put aside all the ways we've argued in the past... and let's think fresh. American labor is eveiy bit as good as foreign labor and skilled." The congressman, whose district includes the area of New Bedford where hundreds of SIU fishermen live and work. President recalled Reagan's promise to build up America's armed for­ ces. However, the Persian Gulf war demonstrated sealift was not included in those effforts, he said. "One of the areas we didn't spend enough on is the one we ended up need­ ing the most for the kind of enterprise that we're most likely going to be called upon to do again. We are going to be pulling back troops from foreign bases all over the world which makes the sealift capacity even more important." To a standng ovation from the representativesof the MTD's 42 affiliated unions, Studds promised the demise of the U.S.-flag merchant fleet "won'thappen on my watph. Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic. Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every year, which is to be sub­ mitted to the membership by the SecretaryTreasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management repre­ sentatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify theSeafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt request^. The proper address for this is: Augustin Tellez, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD. 20746 Full copies of contracts as refened to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Uruon or to die Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat Membersshould know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (Of) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If. at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, they diould tontact the nearest SIU port agent EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any articleserving the political pur­ poses of any individual in the Union, officer or rnember. It dso has refrained from publishing ar­ ticles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaf­ firmed by membershipaction at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The respon­ sibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc.. as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in thecontracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex. national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION-7-SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its; objects and purposes including, but not limited to.. furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In coiinection with such objects. SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job dis­ crimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such con­ duct. or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the con­ tribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should sup­ port SPAD to protect and further his economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union recordsor information, he should immedi­ ately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at head­ quarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Safe Work Habits a Must Brent Sullivan (left) and James Strickland are in the ninth week of training at the Lundeberg School where they are preparing for entry level shipl}oard positions in the engine department. The union's training center places a heavy emphasis on safety practices and procedures in the use of hand and power tools. • .Cl" • .•' • 'f'M r "• • •V I'/.-:. ' • ' -• A' .. •'hr-' : -v r' f:-. • r. ;•:$ ••to •VA �T'I' 28 •«i •::-:^•^v:•• !r% • I'r;' SEAFARBtSLOe Luttdebeiy Si^ool Graduates Eight Classes ri, •t!.'- • : • •,. - -o Trainee Lifeboat Class 490—Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 490 are (from left, kneeling) Instructor Ben Cusic, Jon LInvllle, James Strickland, Angela Robertson, Steven Teel, Brent Sullivan, NIcfiolas Jayo, (second row) Ed Jeffery, Lawrence Powell, Larry Anderson, Tim Kacer, Dustin Dickens, Denlel Butler, Gregory Howard, (third row) David FInley, Charles Brockhaus, Alexia Gonzalez, Damon Presnell, Steven Dollhlte, Andre Graham, (back row) Paul Russell and Greg Smith. Upgraders Lifeboat—Completing the upgraders lifeboat dass on December 16 are (from left, kneeling) Instructor Ben CusIc, Colleen White, Julio Morales, Robert Allen, (second row) Robert Jackson, Doug Metiill, Mark O'Neal and Eric Cole. Trainee Lifeboat Class 491—Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat class 491 are (from left, kneeling) Doug Smith, Paul DIFrenna, Larry Lappin, Sean Fournler, Jeffrey Hockfeld, Robert Fredrlckson, Brandon Taylor, Chris Maher, William DIze, Steve Voss Jr., Steven Lunsford, James Pace II, Domlngue Bush, Steven Dickey, (second row) Instructor Jim Moore, Chad Johnston, Andrew Green Jr., Paul Bleckman, William Holllngsworth, Andrew Kruse, Bryan Husman, Brian Sailer, Darrin Pettaway, Christopher Periine and Daniel Orzechowskl. Upgraders Lifeboat—Certificates of training were received by the January 13 class of upgraders. They are (from left, kneeling) Jesus Torres, Aamir NagI, Gamal Ahmed, Ken Strong, George Campbell, Vincent D'Amella, Juan Campbell, (second row) James Woods, Paul Beshers, Chris Altleri, Reginald Muldrow, Donnle McKlnley, Don Smith, Tomothy Jones, Instructor Ben CusIc, (third row), Charlie Bearman, Robert Du Fossat, Robert Haggerty, Jonathan Davis, Ron Marchand and Matt Flentle. w -#S: Fireman, Oiler, Watertender—^Working their way up the engine depart­ ment ratings are (from left, kneeling) David Klnard, Andre Morrisette, Richard Riley, Brandon Greaux, Robert Feltus, Nell Carter, (second row) Amett Ware, Al Farrington, John Fleming, JImmIe Robles, Brian Bates, John Kasbarian, Steve Perham, Ernesto Shanklln, (third row) James Furby, Ben Never, Robert Hermanson, Tim Perkins, Scott Sevret, John Morrison, Arsenio Cortez, Jason Trickett, Scott Roberts, Daniel Wise, Andrew Derry, Jesse Canales Jr., All SIdek, Peter Murtagh, Instructor J.D. WIegman, (fourth row) James Tolan, HalvorSllcott, Willie Slan, Steve Hoffman, Daniel Blackwell, Paul Hayes, Robert Muscato, (fifth row) Chris Hem'ng, Stan Gamett, Charles Allred, Charles Thompson, Jason Frazee, Jon Benson, Michael RIbeIro, Bernard Pogue, Wayne Driggers, sixth row) Dion Papas, Phil Golgano, Shane Cassldy, Grant Schuman, William Rodegeb and Juipen Gottschllch. Radar Observer—Completing the course of Instruction leading to a radar observer endorsement are (from left, front row) David Queepo, Don Peterson, Manuel Conchinka, (second row) Carl Letlzia, Charles Booher, Bob Bochester, Clarence Tyler, Martin TIghe, (third row) Instructor Jim Brown, Joe Fortune, Ed Smith, Raymond Zacke, Earl Hanson and Julio Perez. Shiphandling Simulator—^Successfully completing this Coast Guard ap­ proved course are (from left, seated) Ray Lewis, Raymond Zacke, (second row) Jessie Holmes (simulator computer operator). Instructor Jim Brown, Milton Caballero, Ross Dodson, J.W. Clement, Martin TIghe, Sam. Lesky, Julio Perez, Raymond Austin and Charles Booher. r QMED—Upgrading members of the engine department completing the QMED course are (from left, kneeling) William Irvine, Harold H. Gage, Dave Plumb, Victor Mull, Gary Dahl, Joseph Laguana, (second row) Cory CIdade, Ben Jagliano, Green Hosklns, Theron Skewls, Sidney Stratos, Ron Sharp, Thomas Martinez, Shane Moore, (third row) David St. Onge, John Flood, Joseph Jay Arnold, Matthew MIslan, Michael Waz, Patrick Coriess, Frank KalanI, Gregory L. Johnson, Larry S. Edgell, (fourth row) Lee Sherwood, Ralph KurpeskI, Arthur Holmes, William Harris, Edmond Hawkins, Robert Warren and Bob Rudd. �HumHim LUHimeite SCHOOL MecerUlktaUonPngnuns « the cui^nt course schedule for April-August 1992 at the Lundeberg^School of Seamanship located at the Paul Hall Center for MantiincTiaming and Education in Piney Point, Md. All programs are geared to improve job stalls of SIU members and to promote the American maritime industry. Tlie course schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership, the manttme mdustry and—m times of conflict—the nation's security. Btewai^i^^ ChectaDi Dtote May 4 May 15 June 29 July 10 August 31 September 11 Radar Observer Unlimited May 18 May 22 July 13 July 17 Celestial Navigation April 6 Mayl Aiqgtad3 August 28 Third Mate ® May 4 August 14 , Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must be taken. i- ' 'j s " Tankerman Julyl6 July31 Sai0SiHMHattyCmines A" ,; Sg;iy:/ Check-In Completipn Date Date April 13 April 17 AprU27 Mayl June 22 June 20 July 6 July 10 August 17 August 21 August 31 September4 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Course Oil Spill Prevention & Containment Lifebioaiinan 1-, April 13 April 27 May 11 May 25 June 8 June 22 July 6 July20 August 3 August 17 JunelO . -''.I.; ' ,» Basic/Advanced Fire Fighting (Fint) (Middle) (Slieet) (aty) (SUIB) Deep Sea Member D (ZipCode) Lakes Member D Montli/Day/Year .Telephone _L (AreaCode) Date available for training Primary language spoken — ^ • -yl- • Mayli July 6 August 31 SV,. July 3 August 28 October 23 With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. RATING DATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE •••I'; • - .%' Pacific D If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Book#. Social Security #. . Department Seniority • U.S. Citizen: •Yes • No Home Port. Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held ' • Yes Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? If yes, which program: from to. Last grade of school completed •Yes Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? If yes, course(s) taken Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? •Yes If yes, how many weeks have you completed? Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement? •Yes • No Firefighting:•Yes •No CPR:• Yes Check-In Completion Date 'Date"' May 11 July 31 jilrenmnAVaitertender and Oiler May 11 June 19 JtiiyO Augustl4 AugustJl October^ All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class. ^ PumprcMMn Maintyk Operations May 11 June 19 August31 October 9 Maivie Electiica^ Maihtanance April 27 June 19 August 17 October 9 Refrigeration Maint & Operations May 11 June 19 Refrig. Containers-^Advanced Maint. June 22 July 31 Marine Electronics—Technician! May 11 June 19 Marine Electironics—Tech^ June 22 July 31 Basic Electronics April 13 May 8 August 31 September25 Hydraulics June 22 July 17 August 17 September 11 Diesel Engine Technology July 6 July 31 A// students in the Engine Department willhave a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of^their regular course. •Cbiiii^-; FULL 8-week scions ' Date of Birth _ Inland Waters Member D y. The following courses are available through the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School. Please contact the admissions office for enrollment information. Chedt-In Completion aCourse Itate Date High School Equivalenrty (GED) All opon-euded (contact Adult Basic Education (ABE) admissions Office forstarting Engl&h asa Second Language (ESU) dates) April 24 May8 May 22 June 12 June 19 July 2 July 17 July 31 August 14 August 28 June20 ' yJi-- 1992Mutt BduMtion Schedule mtRADIHBJUmCAJWH Name (Uit) Address. f--.' yj". iyr Ship Handling l. ; VA%:;SrA,& Check-In Comptetlon Course Date Date Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker, All open-ended (contact adndssions Chief Cook, Chief Steward oflSce for starting ^tcs) Uppn con^letion, all spidents will take a Sealift Pdmiliarization class. C^mpletfo^ Date Julys May 25 July 20 Aa^t28 All st^ents must take the 0il Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. ^ Completion Date July 6 . I t-M • 'u.''f-®. <•? Cdurse Chcek-ln Date Juml ^lins6 W 7*® SIGNATURE '•''f'i.y I am interested in the following course(s) checked below orin£cated here if not listed •NO GNO GNO .DATE DECK AB/Senlift 1st Class Pilot Third Mate Radar Observer Unlimited Master Inspected Towing Vessel D Towboat Operator Inland D Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course • • • O • • Marine Electrical Maintenance O Puihproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance &Operation • Diesel Engine Technology Q Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel Q Original 3rd EngineerSteam or Motor CH Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance D Electro-Hydraulic Systems • Automation • Hydraulics D Marine Electronics Technician ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding Q Lifeboatman (must be taken with another course) • Oil Spill Prevention & Containment G G G G G ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Adult Basic Education (ABE) High School Equivalency Program (GED) Developmental Studies (DVS) English as a Second Language (ESL) ABEmSL Lifeboat Preparation : -x; • -•"4 » '-M 'I STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility • Cook and Baker • FOWT • CaiiefCook D QMED—^Any Rating G Chief Steward COLLEGE PROGRAM • Variable Speed DC Drive G Associates in Arts Degree G Towboat Inland Cook Systems (Marine Electronics) Transportation wlil be paid in accordance with die scbeduling letter only if you present origkial receipts and snccessAiIly complete the coarse. If you hare any questions, contact your port agent before deparUng for Piney Point RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO; Seafarers Hany Luidebeig Upgrading Cenler, P.O. Bo* 75, Piney Point, MD 20674. ENGINE •No — . 3/92 Jk". —5 f' �Scholarship Program ^'RS" - •• I'Si'" IfA'i! l>5':.5-,'-' • Vojume^l^Ni^^ March 1992 The SlU scholarship pro­ gram application deadline Is fast approaching. Applications are due April 15,1992. I'' ' \i • '• • ."a :?;C l';' : - ^v'Hv •• '• . r'l' •'• • -:•'( .• • . >i . -^r ILA President Emeritus Teddy Gleason (left) and President Jotm Bowers MTD Vice President William Zenga TCU President Robert Scardelletti (left) and Vice President Jack Otero Help Find Seafarer's Daughter Canadian Marine Officers President Albert Robillard (left) and lAM Vice President Justin Ostro SlU of Canada President Roman Gralewicz Glass, Molders President James E. Hatfield SEIU Secretary-Treasurer RIcfiard Cordtz Carpenters President Sigurd Lacassen Seafarer Tom Campbell has aisked his fellow members to help locate his daughter, Elizabeth Ann Campbell. A $5,000 reward is offered for information leading to her location. Ms. Campbell was last seen at the 7-11 convenience store on Highway 190 in Copperas Cove, Texas, at 11:10 p.m. on Monday, April 25,1988. She was wearing new bluejeans, white tennis shoes, a white T-shirt, a faded yellow jacket and carried a maroon purse. Now 24, she has a one-inch scar on top of her head. Ms. Campbell is 5 ft. 2 in. and weighed 97 pounds when last seen. She has brown eyes and long brown hair and wears glas­ ses. She was a student at Central Texas College. She speaks English, some Spanish and a few Korean words. She may smoke Virginia Slims or Marlboro Ultra Lights. Her complexion is medium to fair. Her case has been featured on the television programs Un­ solved Mysteries (November 22, 1989) and America's Most Wanted (September 25,1988). Anyone who has information should contact Sgt. Rene Martin of the Copperas Cove Police Department at (817) 547-4273, or Tom Campbell at (512) 5565350, or the local police. Ellzabetli Ann Campbell •' """V" '''V � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource March 1992 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES SIU INSISTS WORK TAX ISSUE RATE COURT’S ATTENTION MTD URGES FIRING OF FMC OFFICIAL STUDDS CALLS FOR ‘FRESH’ IDEAS TO REVITALIZE U.S. SHIPPING PENTAGON STUDY CALLS FOR MORE SEALIFT CAPACITY U.S. SHIP GAMBLING BILL AWAITS BUSH SIGNATURE ANDREW CARD SUCCEEDS SKINNER AS TRANSPORTATION SECRETARY TELLEZ APPOINTED VP; MANGRAM, HALL NAMED ASST. VPS ADMIRAL JACKSON TUG CREW SAVES 3 MEN TRAPPED BY FIRE INLAND DIVISION PRAISED FOR ‘FLAWLESS’ WORK MTD EXEC. BOARD STRESSES TRADE MUST BENEFIT NATION EXTRA-EARLY FITOUT BEGINS FOR LAKES SEAMEN AT&T BREAKS OUT THE C/S GLOBAL SENTINEL LUEDTKE DREDGE SIU MEN HONE DIESEL ENGINE SKILLS SET FAIR TUNA TARIFF NOW, SIU TELLS TRADE PANEL BOSUN MILLER, BROTHER EXEMPLIFY BENEFITS OF FITNESS STEELWORKERS WILL ‘LAST ONE DAY LONGER THAN RAVENSWOOD’ CONGRESSMEN URGE VOTERS: GIVE BUSH THE PINK SLIP USNS AUDACIOUS TRANSFERRED FOR OPERATION TO PRIVATE CO. GOV’T SERVICES MEMBERS BID A FOND FAREWELL TO DECOMMISSIONED OILER AMERICAN HAWAII CRUISE SHIPS HOW TO BUY AMERICAN TUNA FIFTH GRADE PEN PALS BOLSTER OVERSEAS WASHINGTON CREW’S MORALE STEEL SHIPS AND IRON MEN: PART II Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 03/01/1992 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 54, No. 3 Type The nature or genre of the resource Text 1992 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/4ffff10ee35377b6428c545fb8b4bf88.PDF 2e5b2d0a9c9272e2068a41f7c768c2a1 PDF Text Text Volume 54, Number 4 April 1992 . ,. Congress Gels Bill To Nix Seaman Tax r'mm-' 'I Pages •' - Gulf Coast Boatmen Establish Monthly Meetings Pat Thomas, who sails as a captain for Moran Towing of Texas, hits the deck at the SlU membership meeting for the inland division held in Port Arthur last month. Page 5. •iJt •..?i • r-n-:- :' V In this Issue . iM: •vfv'V-. 1^-: -5. • •P. , • ; \ .-t Quartel to Resign Commissioner Job, Seeks Senate Post Page 6 The Pride of Texas Is First U.S. Ship In Lithuania Since War Page 7 Leon Hall, 72, Dies; Showing Fraternal Support Was SlU Vice Pres. The SlU's United Industrial Workers participated in Anrl ChflirtDr Momhor a rally held by the United Food and Commercial Unancr IViemDer Workers Union, which is in the midst of a super­ market organizing drive. Page 3. ..W, .. •xm �- • ' '; • SEAFARBtSLOG ;vly-^''- 'Wmi • u'-'-h" •• '/' i''••••^v •-'• v-7'WK . •• .. «,' -.-: .i."r.'; , V - ', . V' , f j.'-:' '~:r'' ': y: '.'•i •" • "*:• •S' wy "'.y y''',- President's Report Making Labor Relations Fair In the next few months, the halls qf Congress will be filled with the hired guns of thn wealthiest Americans and their corporations doing thenbest to kill a piece of legislation that would help work­ ing men and women put back the word "fair" in the con­ text of collective bargaining. Due for consideration by the Senate this spring is a bill that would prohibit a company from hiring a scab to permanently replace a worker who has been out on strike. The legislation, which passed the House last year by a 247 to 182 margin, is called the Workplace Fairness Bill. Michael Sacco Coiporate America is exhibiting characteristic hysteria about this proposed legislation, acting as if the bill takes away all the privileges that are management's "divine right." But in reality, the legislation, if enacted, would do two things. First, it would restore practices in labor-management relations that were in effect until the Reagan administration took office in the early 1980s — and one can hardly say those practices were excessively damaging to business. In fact, the later laws of this country have always been far more favorable to companies opposed to unions and unionism dian are similar laws in other industrialized countries. Second, it would strike a blow to the patt^ of cor­ porate irresponsibility that has been a hallmark of the 1980s. Phenomenon of the '80s Prior to the 1980s, in a strike situation, a company would try to hire people to temporarily take the jobs of its striking workers. The strikers could put up picket lines and urge those temporarily hired individuals not to cross the line. The key word here is "temporary." The Reagan administration, however, decided to turn the nation's labor law up on its head. In 1981, during his first year in office, the president took it upon himself to re-interpret labor-management relations and the collective bargaining process. Reagan fired the nation's striking air traffic controllers. He said they were to be permanently replaced. Taking their cue from the president, hundreds of companies saw their chance to replace union employees with workers who would be practical­ ly enslaved by the employer. The companies and their lawyers began to cite an obscure 1938 court case called the NLRB vs. Mackay Co. This, in effect, was a judicially created loophole in the law that allows for strik­ ing workers to be permanently replaced. The Mackay decision is a loophole because it is contradictory to the nation's labor laws and negates their intent. Both the National Labor Relations Act and the Rail­ way Later Act state that workers have the right to strike without being subjected to employer retaliation, discipline or discharge. Workers Lose, Lawyers Make Millions Utilizing the loophole which was effectively sanctioned by Reagan during the air traffic controllers' strike, high-priced lawyers and socalled consultants began to peddle union-busting schemes to companies. Their pitch was something like this: Provoke a strike, hire permanent re­ placements, get rid of all the union employees, then hold a vote and get rid of the union completely, keep wages down and stop worrying about working conditions. These modem-day union busters are partly respon­ sible for the biggest transfer of wealth this country has witnessed in a long time — they helped companies reduce the wages and benefits of their workers and then helped themselves to huge fees, billing employers for millions of dollars. This is the same kind of logic that for the past decade has allowed companies to engage in irresponsible leveraged buyouts, massive ac­ cumulation of o^er businesses and quick-fix bankiuptcy schemes. Whether it was busting unions or swallowing up companies and taking on debt of immense proportions, it has all b^n done with am eye to hugei . short term profits and get-rich-quick packages for the top corporate dogs and their lawyers. A Fight to the Death The ability of employers to permanently hire replacements of striking workers has made later relations more unstable and more bitter. Strikes are no longer a mechanism for arriving at an agreement. They have be­ come fights to the death. The replacement worker management strategy of the '80s has provoked all-out wars in which neither side could claim victory — Eastern Air Lines, Greyhound, the New York Daily News, In­ ternational Paper, Ravenswood Aluminum Company are but a few of the casualties. No worker looks for a strike. It is now, and always has been, a tactic of last resort. Workers understand that wWle a strike puts economic pres­ sure on a company, it also means the individuals involved will bear economic losses and hardships. Certainly, workers recognize diat at the very minimum, in a strike situation, there will be no paychecks. But the ultimate goal of a strike is to resolve a dispute, to assist later and management to reach an agreement. The Seafarers will be working with all of organized labor to ensure that die bill banning the loophole that allows the permanent replacement of strikers passes die Senate. Enactment of the measure will restore the strike to its original purpose as a key component in the balance of power in employee-employer relations and eliminate its use as a scheme to en­ rich a few individuds at the top of the ladder while imposing substan­ dard wages and substandard conditions on hundreds of people whose interest is making a decent living for themselves and their families. mt Keep Wire Rope ProAtcts In World Steel Deal, SaysSIU The Seafarers International Union has called on the Bush ad­ ministration to ensure that wire rope products are part of any world trade deal covering the steel in­ dustry. In a communication from SIU President Michael Sacco to U.S. Trade Representative Carla Hills, the union urged the American negotiating team to include steel wire rope on the agenda of the Mul­ tilateral Steel Agreement (MSA) talks currently taking place in Geneva between the world's 29 largest steel-producing nations. The Seafarers interest in the matter stems from the fact that it represents hundreds of men and women employed by Paulsen Wire Rope Corporation, one of a hand­ ful of remaining steel rope manufacturers in the United States. Additionally, Seafarers working aboard deep sea ships. Great Lakes vessels and tug and towboats use wire rope in many of their daily operations. At press time, officials from the steel-producing nations were nearing the final stages of negotiations wttich aim to create a level playing field for all steel manufacturers, regardless of nationality. Reports indicate that the United States is supporting inclusion of the wire rope industry in the pact, but op­ position has been raised by Japan and South Korea. The MSA, in seeking creation of fair rules to govern the $110 billion a year of world trade in steel and steel products, has addressed such issues as government subsidies to steel companies (a practice of many foreign nations) and tariffs on imported steel. Key Ingredient for Defense Sacco cited the need to promote a domestic wire rope manufactur­ ing capability because the product "is a key ingredient in defenseoriented equipment" and because "the industry provides hundreds of American citizens withdecent jobs that pay wages that can sustain families and communities." The SIU official also noted that American wire rope producers still are "reeling from loopholes in the 1984 Voluntary Restraint Arran­ gements (VRA), which preceded today's MSA talks and allowed smaller producers like Taiwan, China, Argentina, Mexico, India and Thailand to dump their products in our markets." For the past decade, the U.S. wire rope in­ dustry, along with the American steel industry, has sought to eliminate unfair competition from foreign companies subsidized by their governments. If a new Multilateral Steel Agreement is reached, it will replace the VRA, which expired March 31. ..... One of the few remaining successful and efficient of America's industrial resources is Paulsen Wire Rope Corporation, whose workers are members of the SIU. Operations are marked by careful inspection of the product, as demonstrated by a union quality control worker in photo above. Volume 54. Number 4 April 1992 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by theSeafarers Intemational Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSG Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith; Assistant Editor, Daniel Duncan; Associate Editors, Jordan Biscardo, Max Hall; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene; Alt, Bill Brower. "•i " �• • ''J'• MPmumzm Congress Gels Bill to Ropoal Work Tax The fight to repeal a work tax on seamen and boatmen moved to Congress this month as two bills were introduced in the House of Representatives to repeal the proposed fees for Coast Guard-issued result of a budget bill passed by marine licenses and docu­ Congress and signed into law by 'i:.. • • After the hearing In which the SlU presented its case against the marine license and document fee, Congressman Billy Tauzin (D-La.) shakes hands with FOWT Timothy Perkins while Cook/Baker Donna Takahashi (center) and Chief Steward Gina Lightfoot observe. Rep. Tauzin introduced the bill to repeal the work tax. .'•^-<•' - ". '• Seatarers UiW Unit Backs CteKks'OrgsuOs^ Ortve In a demonstration of union solidarity, the Seafarers' in­ dustrial workers union, the UIW, urged the employees of Ohiobased Big Bear grocery stores to select representation by the United Food and Commercial Workers Union (UFCW) instead of staying non-union. UIW Assistant Vice President Joseph Huber reports that Big Bear woiters who currently are repre­ sented by unions—^including the warehouse workers in the UIW, the truckers who are in the Teamsters and the bakers in the Bak^ & Confectionery Workers Union— have been assisting the UFCW get its riKssage to the company's non­ union store employees. UIW Vice President William Dobbins, who also serves as president of the Franklin County (Ohio) AFL-CIO Central Labor Council, said Big Bear should remain neutral so employees would be able to choose whether or not they want representation in an atmosphere free of misleading anti-union propaganda. Dobbins, who addressed a UNION PAYCHECKS BUY GROCERIES AT BIG BEAR Seafarers official William Dobbins urges the company to remember the value of aunion paycheck as its own store employees begin a drive for union representation. rally of Columbus, Ohio area unionists and Big Bear employees, said many of the grocery stores' patrons are union workers. UFCW Local 1059 President Becky Broyrer, whose union is spearheading the drive, said that Big Bear should not wel­ come union members as shoppers while at the same time discourag­ ing store employees from joining a union. Columbus, Ohio-based Seafarafs are helping the UFCW organize Big Bear grocery stores. Pictured at a support rally are UiW member Homer Cordle (left) and UIW Assistant Vice President Joseph Huber (second from left). ments. Congressmen W.J. "Billy" Tauzin (D-La.) and Herbert Bateman (R-Va.), both of whom heard the testimony of the SIU and other maritime unions last month outlining the unfairness of the measure, each introduced legisla­ tion designed to repeal the scheme which amounts to a work tax on seamen and boatmen. In the meantime, the federal judge hearing the SIU's legal case against the seaman tax determined that the union's lawsuit only could come before the court once the im­ plementation of the scheme was imminent. No ruling was made by the court on the substance of the SIU's position that a fee to be paid by seamen and boatmen for thenCoast Guard licenses and docu­ ments is in essence an employment tax, and thus unconstitutional. SIU Fights on Every Front The scheme to charge a socalled user fee for the issuance of marine licenses, documents and certificates of registry came as a the president in 1990. The Coast Guard was mandated by the 1990 Budget Act to collect fees for the various marine licenses and docu­ ments it issued to mariners. As presented in the Federal Register:, the Coast Guard intends to charge in the area of $135 for an AB or QMED endorsed document and $330 for an upper level license. The SIU has vigorously op­ posed the work tax plan. Last year, after the scheme was made public by the Coast Guard in the Federal Register, the union lodged a strong protest with the agency, noting the plan was flawed. The SIU argued that user fees only can be charged to direct beneficiaries of a service. The regulation and supervision of mariner's skills and proficiency is done in the public interest, the SIU said in a communication filed with the Coast Guard during a period of public comment In February, the union presented its opposition to the work fee to the House Subcommit^ Continued on page 10 P, I- • • '.m SIU Urges House to Close SaMy Loophole on Rivers A loophole in maritime safety standards of the nation's rivers and lakes endangers the lives and working conditions of crewmembers aboard tugs and towboats, and Congress should enact legislation to rectify the situation, the SIU told a congressional panel last month. "There is lack of uniformity be­ tween the requirements that must be met by individuals employed on various vessels," said SIU Vice President Joseph Sacco in testimony before the House Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Navigation. Sacco noted that on the one hand, individuals working aboard deep sea ships and Great Lakes vessels must carry a Coast Guard document and, in some cases, a license. On the other hand, Sacco said, crewmembers on tugs and towboats plying die 25,777 miles that make up the nation's inland waterways and on boats under 100 gross tons in coastal waters are not required to hold Coast Guard docu­ ments. On Uiese vessels, if they are more than 26 feet in lengA, the Coast Guard only requires the operator of the vessel to hold a license. All other workers on these vessels are not obligated to hold a Coast Guard document or license. From the SIU's standpoint, Sacco said, every individual work­ ing aboard any vessel must have confidence in his fellow crewmembers and their ability to handle the Vessel in any situation, includ­ ing emergencies that may arise. The men and women who work on the 3,300 tugs that ply the nation's river systems do' not have easy jobs, pointed out Sacco. Navigat­ ing on rivers and in coastal areas can be tricky—it takes skill and the efforts of all hands. He noted that currents, traffic, submerged ob­ jects, as well as weather condi­ tions, all have an impact on the safe navigation of a tug or towboat. The SIU official urged Con­ gress to enact the Merchant Mariner Document Expansion Bill (H.R. 4394) which would extend the Coast Guard documentation process to all individuals employed on towing vessels of more than five gross tons. The bill was introduced by Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee Chairman Walter B. Jones (DN.C.) and is co-sponsored by 31 House members. the fdrClosini TheRivi»v w '••ll i'• 14-10 Also testifying in favor of H.R. 4394 were representatives of the International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots (MM&P) and Crowley Maritime. Opposition to the measure was expressed by a representative of the American Waterways Operators (AWO), a group repre­ senting companies and their inter­ ests. TTie AWO's position is that documenting all individuals work­ ing on vessels in the rivers and lakes is unnecessary because the companies are careful in who they hire. The Coast Guard testifled, but did not take a position on the bill, urging that the matter be studied. V-M- m: . I• , J-.-.- -7 y, . iS ' �'3 3v'" f;K!;:3 >•; 3;:3l"'3=®'''^:-3>3333 •-. •' 333#.;::--^.: -3'—r--. • '3 SEAFARBISLOe Di PCD Ittikipendence and HaUonal MEBACoavenUott Signal The End of Shonslde Worker Dominance of Seagoing Uembers that union. The SIU president -v'x-'-^ The Hght to eliminate outside domination of seamen by shoreside worker units is well on its way to being won as a result of recent actions taken by the mem­ bership and elected officials of •hS- -,l. deals while turning control of a seaman's union over to shoreside workers—mostly cafeteria employees at military bases. District No. 1 - PCD, MEBA has been operating effectively 33..-y33'3'-3i: - '•; "! im- / f ' • •'" ' -' • :; •n.:^ :,:3J:;,3;.;.33 3'-'i.'':-''''3;3«i:.;.? :M\r •''^•«^:;v,:.--.... ': ' -^' 'i •••'i-3 r : -J ^ -^''i'r:.r'••":'••> . • f.':- Addressing the 102nd convention of National MEBA, SlU President Michael Sacco said American seamen, through training and education, are the best mariners in the world. District No. 1, Pacific Coast Dis­ trict, Marine Engineers Beneficial Association (MEBA) and by Na­ tional MEBA, the federated struc­ ture comprised of three autonomous MEBA districts. The first step to keeping MEBA a union of working professional seafaring people able to direct and influence their own affairs took place when the marine officers voted on January 15 in a special membership meeting to dissolve the 1988 merger between their union and the National Maritime Union, representing unlicensed seamen and shoreside workers and revert back to their pre-merger status as District No. 1-PCD, MEBA. The resolution calling for the dissolution noted that the merger had created, under the guise of a combined union called District No. 1—MEBA/NMU, a structure in which officials defeated in elec­ tions could maintain control and take millions of dollars from the union treasury in "severance pay" since its independence vote — maintaining shipping and servic­ ing from its halls, representing its membership in the halls of Con­ gress. In March, the National Marine Engineers Beneficial Association was scheduled to hold a conven­ tion. The three presidents of the MEBA districts—Gordon M. Ward of District No. 1-PCD, MEBA, Raymond T. McKay, of District 2 MEBA-AMO and Lewis Smith of District 3 - Radio Officers Union—determined that the of­ ficers of the defunct District No. 1-MEBA/NMU had no claim to National MEBA as they had been repudiated by their membership and their organization dissolved after the membership determined the fraudulent nature of the merger. The three presidents, in a joint resolution, dedicated them­ selves to restoring National MEBA to its status as "the nation's foremost association of maritime officers." During the National MEBA convention, held March 16 -17 in Fort Lauderdale, Ha., the marine officers recognized the inde­ pendence of the NMU, noting in a resolution that it was, since its founding, a strong and militant voice for unlicens^ seamen and that the NMU mariner deserves democratic trade unionism. Addi­ tionally, the National MEBA delegates adopted resolutions call­ ing for the strengthening and defense of the Jones Act, advanc­ ing oil exploration and develop­ ment in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, opposing second registry schemes, supporting a na­ tional health care program and a bill to prohibit the hiring of socalled permanent replacement workers in jobs of strikers. SlU President. Michael Sacco was invited to address the conven­ tion. Commending the delegates for their courage to restore MEBA to a union of marine officers, Sacco said it was time to move forward to build a strong U.S.-flag fleet and vital, vibrant maritime unions. He noted that there would be hurdles and said, "You have to be united. You have to work together , . . Don't let anyone see a crack in that fist." He said American marine unions must "put out the best en­ gineers, the best mates and the best unlicensed seamen in the world. That's how we're going to com­ pete." "We will survive, and the way we will survive is through training and education and safety. That's the thing that is going to make us the number one unions and the number one labor movement in the world. Better than anyone else can produce. The United States of America seamen will be the best," he said. Sacco also noted that much had been made by opponents of Dis­ trict No. 1-PCD, MEBA of a $500,000 loan made by the SIU to noted that the loan agreement had been approved by the membership of boA organizations. "I did not lend this man this money to take his union over or to tell this man what to do with his union/' Ss^o said. "I lent him this money because it was the right thing to do." The SIU official closed by pledging the support of the Seafarers and its members to the marine officers. He reported that the SIU membership had over­ whelmingly approved the loan. "That goes to show you Uie attitude of this membership toward this new organization. They believe in you. T^ey want to work with you and they want to help you. And they will be there; money, marbles and chalk..." The forces District No. 1-PCD, MEBA has been battling claimed to hold a National MEBA conven­ tion. However, this meeting was dominated by representatives of shoreside workers from cafeterias and aiiports. Also in attendance were representatives of unlicensed seamen in the NMU. The few marine officers in attendance were individuals who had lost their elected posts when the members voted them out of office. This group, now headed by A.C. Cullison, a man defeated in the 1990 MEBA licensed officer elec­ tions for the post of MEBA Hous­ ton branch agent, has been attempting, through its lawyers and public relations consultants, to find ways to take back control of the marine officers dues and stat­ ure. This group was headed by Gene DeFries, who recently resigned suddenly from all of his positions with the union. How­ ever, the DeFries/Cullison moves have been unsuccessful and Dis­ trict No. 1-PCD, MEBA and Na­ tional MEBA continue to operate effectively in behalf of the marine officers they represent. DOT Official Aniioinoes Policy 'In the Wcilcs' to Save U.S.-Flag Fleet ', •••£-•- "3 - vr-'s'^ I tv3'' fi •' '•' , If; 3 ^ • 3 '33^'S3^';; fh.-:\: ii-m p. •-W ' 'yi. ••*-• A Bush administration official announced last month the White House plans to formulate a policy to save the U.S.-flag merchant marine. James B. Busey, deputy secretary of transportation, told the Connecticut Maritime Association that the "administration intends to put forward sound policy proposals to rejuvenate the U.S. maritime industry." Busey noted since Andrew Card took over as U.S. Secretary of Transportation, "we have had in the last month more meetings— policj' meetings and informational briefings—on maritime policy at the top level of the Department of Transportation than they probably had conducted in the last sever^ years." The formal Navy admiral who spent the previous three years with the Fede^ Aviation Administra­ tion repeated the administration's support for the Jones Act, a 1920 ' '3, • 3 v:3-:3, law which liih®commeflle travelling within the United States to be carried only on U.S.-flag bot­ toms. He warned those in the audience that unless something is done soon, "There will be no U.S. fleet in the 21st Century. If this hap^ns, the national security implications will be unacceptable." In presenting alternatives to save the U.S. flag on the high seas, Busey rejected the premise that American carriers cannot survive unless they are protected from in­ ternational competition. "The U.S. maritime indusby can compete in world markets if wedevelop policies that permit that to happen." He proposed, "Any program must meet the national security need in the most cost-effective manner. This is the philosophy upon which we will build a new maritime program." Among programs Busey cited for change are &e need that vessels to can^ cargo preference materials must be built in American shipyards, the federal laws and regulations subsidized carriers must follow to operate and the numerous restrictions on business in foreign ports for U.S.-flag ships. The former admiral pointed to the subsidies receivedby foreignflat fleets. "At the same time we press to free our industry from the shackles that have bound it to government for all these years, we are painfully aware that the real world—the world in which our carriers must compete—^is by no means itself free of Weign govern­ ment restrictions. We all know that foreign carriers enjoy full, unfet­ tered freedom to oeprate in our in­ ternational commercial trades. But U.S.-flag carriers in the liner trades continue to face foreign restric­ tions on their access to cargo and their ability to do business in foreign markets." The Department of Transporta- -V » ,3= ' f." Admiral James B. Busey tidn official said, "It is obvious that the federal government cannot wait for a consensus to form before taking further action. This ad­ ministration intends to rise above the fray and put forward sound policy proposals to rejuvenate the UiS. maritime industry." '3 *1 ,• �.-it..'-.' s um.1992 '• I';! lat'lAi*;,;;^;'- I'j SW^atmen fix)m thi^ towi companies tetunied to their vessels aloiig the Texas coast of the Gulf Of Mexico with a renewed faith to wOfk together following a special^ union meeting in Port Arthur; Texas last month. "We need to have a positive at­ titude," Moran Captain Pat Thomas told the March 4 gather­ ing of more than 50 members from Louisiana and Texas. "We can do it if we do it with them (pointing to representatives of the union who were present). "Our image among ourselves went down over the years," Thomas added. "NOw is the time to bring it up. We've got the best." \^ile Thomas, who joined the SIU in 1965, noted he ^ong with several others in the room were nearing the ends of their careers, "I see a whole lot of people with a long way to go. This is the future right here. Now is the time to draw 1 together." As the tugboat captain finished, he drew a long round of cheers from the others. SIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco followed by inform­ ing the members, "You guys are professionals, but you' re not being accorded that by the companies, You are the best trained boatmen out there." Sacco then spoke about the problems associate with non-union companies on the watCTways. "AU of you are tested for drugs," he pointed out. "All of you are test^ for alcohol. But they don't check to see if persons are qualified to operate (their vessels.)' The ex^utive vice president^ updated members on the figfilf against Coast Guard-imposed user fees. Moran AB Gary Denton asked Sacco, "Why do we keep paying, over and over and over for what we've already got? What are we using?" Sacco told the group he testified on behalf of the union at a congression^ hearing in February called to look into the matter. At the end of the hearing, U.S. Representatives Billy Tauzin (D-La.) and Herb Bateman (R-Va.), the subconunittee chairman and a ranking minority member, respectively, in­ formed Sacco the fees, also known as a worker tax, should be repealed. "The user fee was the initial spaik to what we're doing," Sacco told the boatmen. 'We are reaching out to you with the information that we have. We are not going to sit still. "I know what we can do if we all stick together. I know what we can do—like what (Higman Cap­ tain) Tony Primeaux did. We've got to do more of this. That's how you're heard." (Primeaux organized a petition drive among union and non-union boatmen to repeal the work tax. A total of438 people signed the peti­ tion which Sacco hand delivered to the congressmen during the hear­ ing.) Sacco and Gulf Coast Vice President Dean Corgey also spoke to the members about inland news from other parts of the country, local political information and contract updates. Members asked Moran Captain Pat Thomas urges the rnemterehip to stand together to keep Hitting the deck with his union book in the union strong. hand is AB Ed Quinn who sails for Moran Towing. that meetings be held monthly in Port Arthur so those sailing would be able to get union information firsthand. The tentative date for fu­ ture meetings in Port Arthur is the first Wednesday of each month. Six-year Sabine AB James Mc­ Neil said the meeting "answered all my questions." He stated he would return to his tugboat to pass the word to others. Moran AB Ed Quinn hit the floor holding his union book for all to see. "I've been a union man all my life," he told the others. "The best thing that has happened to me was to get the letter (about the meeting). It reminded me of what the union is for." 'It is important for all of us to get together, know each other and Asking a question during the meeting is AB hear each other's problems," said Denton from lulocan Towing. Kenneth Moore, AB delegate for 7, Reviewing materials relating to the Preparing to enter the Port Arthur meeting are inland industry is Deckhand Greg Captain Frank Jewell (left) and AB Kenneth ~ ~ Sabine. Moore, both of whom work for Rideaux who sails fbr Sabine. Captain Richard Montalvo (left) and Engineer John J. Biegalski waits his tum Assistant Engineer Andrew Chisholm while ABKerry Caillouet signs the meeting from Sabine take part in the meeting, register. Both sail for Sabine. V' ' v ' SIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco updated the boatmen on the statusof the proposed work tax on seamen. Gulf Coast Vice President Dean Corgey (center) and Houston Port Agent Jim McGee also gave reports on inland activities to the members, Moran Cook Pat Caldwell addresses his brother Seafarers attending the first of what will be regular monthly meetings for the SlU's inland division. - 'W -1 �•' V 'r.-PT- ..,'.." FF .-.-•:F;F:''v • ^•••• : . i. f •ifr. •,. , -•Lf- .-'A-.- -.a, l£on HaUf Retired VP and Pepular Unlen Brotherf Dies at 72 Leon Hall, retired vice president of the Seafarers International Union and a charter member of the union, died of natural causes on March 26. He was 72. k 'f ^ ' •• • • S' > ';;';sX;. V •T» • -V •• V Leon Hall, in photo above from the early '80s, gives his vice president's report to a meeting of the SlU execu­ tive board. 'V":' • Always an extremely popular union brother. Hall had consider­ able experience as a seaman and union representative through his long career. Appropriately, Brother Hall was laid to rest at the Seafarers burial grounds in Valley Lee, Md., which is located on the St. George's Creek across from the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. In his remarks to the member­ ship on Hall's death, SIU President Michael Sacco said, "We all loved Leon Hall. He had an even disposi­ tion and was always good humored in his dealings with his union brothers. "Whatever Leon's job was, he did it with all his heart and he did it well. He will be missed," Sacco said. Hall, who was a devout believer in seamen's unionism, joined the union in 1939 in the port of Mobile, Ala. He worked in every shipboard job in the galley, becoming a chief steward. In the early 1960s, he came ashore to work with the union's Maritime Advancement Program, the SIU's early upgrading and refresher training operation. Many Sequa Sells Sabine Tewing Te Heuston's KIrby Cerp. i ;•,; ^ SEAFMBISmS F-,-.:5'or--:'" , -::. ;.' ;• •' , ': Kirby Corporation, owner of several tugboat companies includ­ ing SlU-contracted Dixie Carriers, has purchased Sabine Towing and Transportation Company from Sequa Corporation, its parent com­ pany. The $36.9 million sale affects approximately 150 SIU members who work for Sabine on coastal and inland tugs and barges. While the SIU continues to rep­ resent the workers on the tugs and barges, Kirby has claimed the union contract with Sequa-owned Sabine does not follow the sale. The SIU contends that it does and is taking Sabine Towing and Transportation Company to ar­ bitration for not making the pur­ chaser assume the labor contract as a condition of the sale. During this period of time, the union urges all Sabine Seafarers to contact £e union should any ques­ tion arise. The union is staying in close touch with all Sabine mem­ bers and is holding regular meet­ ings in the Port Arthur, Texas, area where the Sabine fleet is bas^. Through the purchase of Sabine, Kirby added 33 owned and five leased inland tank bar­ ges, 11 owned and four leased towboats, three bowboats and eight owned tugboats to its inland operation. Kirby is a multi-faceted cor­ poration based in Houston with in­ terests in marine transportation, diesel repair and property and casualty insurance. Its primary business is marine transportation through Dixie Carriers which operates tugs and barges in the Mississippi River system, along the Gulf of Mexico, in the Carib­ bean Basin and on the Atlantic and Pacitic coasts. According to Kirby's 1990 an­ nual report, Dixie Carriers produced a pretax earning of $12.3 million for that year and $6.4 mil­ lion in 1989. Overall Kirby revenues were listed as $175.8 million for 1990 and $141.3 million in 1989. The corporation employs approximate­ ly 950 people. SIU officials discuss the takeover of Sabine Towing by Kirby aboard the tugboat Marathon. From the left are SIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco, Pilot Nelson Plaisance, Tankerman William T. Winstead, Houston Port Agent Jim McGee, Pilot Jimmy Marks, Gulf Coast Vice President Dean Corgey and Patrolman Bobby Milan. Shown in one of his familiar activities—dealing with the membership—Brother Hall, who was a headquarters representative at the time this photo was taken, writes a dues receipt for a Seafarer aboard an SlU-contracted vessel. active and retired members honed their culinary skills under Brother Hall's food plan program. From there, Leon Hall went on to serve the membership in a variety of union posts—^including Philadelphia patrolman, San Fran­ cisco port agent in 1964, New York port agent in 1965 and head­ quarters representative. In 1979 he became Atlantic Coast vice presi­ dent, a position to which he was re-elect^ in every union election, until his retirement in 1985. Affectionately nicknamed "Radio" by his union brothers be­ cause he was never short of con­ versation, Hall is survived by his wife Charlotte Hall. He served in the Army from 1942 to 1946. Funeral services were held on April 2 at St. George's Episcopal Church in Valley Lee, followed by the interment During the services. Hall's neice, Dorothy Ealey, sang the spiritual "His Eye Is on the Sparrow." PMC's Quartet Resigns; MTD SougM His Removai Robert Quartel, the FMC com­ missioner who the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department (MTD) sought to have removed from his government post, has an­ nounced that he will leave his job with the federal agency this month. From his position as a shipping industry regulator, Quartel has Qontended the United States does riot need a privately-owned com­ mercial fleet. Quartel intends to seek the Republican Party's nomination to run against U.S. Senator Bob Graham (D-Fla.) in this year's election. Before Quartel made his an­ nouncement, acting on the MTD's resolution which calls for removal of Rob Quartel from his job as one of five members of the Federal Maritime Commission, MTD President Michael Sacco last month sent to President Bush a for­ mal request for such action. Sacco, who also is president of the SIU, wrote on behalf of the MTD, which consists of 42 unions representing 8.5 million American workers.The MTD disputes Quarters contention that the United States does not need a privately-owned fleet operating under the American flag. The letter to Bush dated March 5 reads in part: "Since his appoint­ ment as a Coimnissioner, whose job it is to enforce non-dis­ criminatory rates and practices in ocean shipping, Mr. Quartel has been using the position as a plat­ form to continually denounce American maritime workers, and to urge American companies to haul down the Stars and Stripes from their ships and r^lace them with foreign flags and foreign lahor. "We firmly believe that Quarters use of taxpayer funds to crisscross the nation urging dis­ solution of American-flag ship­ ping is an unethical, unjustifred abuse of the process that should be discontinued at once...." The MTD, in its resolution passed at the February executive board meeting calling for Quartel's ouster, pointed out that the govern­ ment appointee opposed the vety policies of the government in regard to U.S.-flag shippingsuch as the Jones Act and cargo preference. Quartel, who joined the FMC in 1990, previously failed in an at­ tempt to gain a House seat in 1984. Upon learning of Quartel's plans to run for the Senate, Sacco said that if the reports are true, "then inaritime's gain is Florida's loss. "The position of U.S. senator requires maturity, a dedication to .^erican interests and the com­ mitment to the preservation of vital American institutions," Sacco said. "As a member of the FMC, Quartel has failed to meet these requiiements." �V'-'- ;7 Jiumi992 Pride of Texas: 1st US. Sidp to Mer Lithuania Since 1939 WELCOME t • •/ X TO KLAff^QA 1 I "i, '-' L." '-r-V,':". A huge banner in English greets the crew of the Pride of Texas upon arrival in port The SlU-crewed Pride of Texas became a part of Lithuanian his­ tory on February 18 when the Seahawk Management vessel delivered the first shipload of American grain sent by the U.S. government to the newly inde­ pendent country. "The people were so grateful," Recertified Steward Ernie Hoitt told the Seafarers LOG. "All of us were really proud to be a part of history." With the delivery to die port city of Klaipeda on the Baltic Sea, the Pride of Texas became the first U.S.-flag ship to enter a Lithuanian port since Nazi Germany occupied the land in 1939 at the start of World Warn. Among the surprises prepared for the crew was a welcoming reception when the ship docked. "Captain Wayne Stolz had to go to the dock and make a speech which was carried on international television," recalled Hoitt, who sailed as the chief steward. The seamen's club in the town of200,000hosted the crew three of the six nights that the ship was trae. "What you see on the news is no lie. The shops still are bare." For Hoitt, the voyage marked the second time he sailed on the Pride of Texas when it became the first U.S.-flag vessel to deliver American goods to a formerly communist country. A year ago, he was on board when the ship docked in Bulgaria. The only difference he saw was Bulgarians had more items stocked on their shelves. Since 1945 until last year when it declared its independence, Lithuania had been associated with the Soviet Union. Hoitt recalled sailing into the old USSR at the port of Odessa many years ago. "Even under communist rule, I had no trouble ashore at all. I took some country music tapes and my _ tape recorder with me. No one would^,«thmethen:fhey were uSiSrind afraid. But they were all listemng." stamps in his passport. docked. Hie club provided perfor­ mances by folk singers and dancers in national ceremonial costumes, an opera singer and plenty of food. The ship, led by the galley gang of Hoitt, Chief Cook Billy MItcheU and Steward Assistant Clarence Evans, returned the favor February 20. Among the items prepared were macaroni salad, potato salad, fresh fruit com­ pote and finger sandwiches. The U.S. ambassador to Lithuania joined in the celebration. Hoitt, an SlUmonb^ since 1965, joined sev^ oth^ crewmembos in a visit to the town. "They all said thank you for bringing the grain," he recalled. "Most eveiybody spoke English. I believe they w^ tau^ it in school. Eveiybody who went ashore oijoyed it "The engine cadet went to one of the schools where he was treated like a movie star. Kids there kept asking for his autograph." Taking part in a union meeting aboard the Pride of Texas are (left to right) AB James Adaire, The steward, who provided the Chief Cook BiHy Mitchell, DEU J. Butler and Bosun Eugene Grantfiam. LOG with photographs, saw firsthand that stories about people having little or nothing to eat were "V • ABs James Colwell (left) and Arthur Machado await nolificalion of payoff n Noifok Ready to hit the tieach are (seated) AB Arthur Macharto, (standing, left to right) QMED Nelson Lazo, QMED Frank Bemer and AB Anilial Plata. Chief Cook Billy Mitchell ladles out a bowl of soupforacrewmember. Steward Assistant Clarence Evans helps serve during the reception. •silver .*»;•. f'. ' -' �;t--'ntk:'a»^<K;«f:« yi"! <M_i<lipnii^iii| '.in' '7^ilf;i^'TffP''fl' SEAFABBtSWe 8 11 steward Bem^ ;:vS .•'••• •.. :'A' •V."i;.; • y., •'•¥ '• ~-p\- .„'...'y^»;t'• UM•' • • • •>: :V I- • J-J. - 0-' •> V 'V. '. -''r 1^# "• Eleven SIU members recently completed the steward recertification course at the Seafarers Ha^ Lundeberg School of Seamanship, thereby finishing the highest cur­ riculum available to Seafarers sail­ ing in the steward department. Recognized during the March membership meeting at Piney Point, Md., the recertified stewards completed the five-week course during which they received ad­ vance training in menu planning, computer operation, and leader­ ship and communications skills. They also took refresher courses in food preparation as well as firefignting, CPR and First Aid. Additionally, the group at­ tended classes reviewing the union's medical and pension programs. Members learned about the SIU political and legislative operations and met with SIU offi­ cials. (This part of the curriculum is designed to help the steward in his or her job as ship's secretary.) Several of the recertified stewards said a highlight of their schedule took place when they saw • their union's political and legisla­ tive action program at work. On February 25, the day they visited SIU headquarters, the stewards travelled to Washington, D.C. and witnessed SIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco testifying before a House subcommittee in regard to the work tax the Coast Guard is seeking to impose on American seamen and boatmen. After listening Sacco's presenta­ tion, three congressmen at the hearing voiced support for repeal­ ing the tax. "When one of the congressmen told Joe Sacco that the SIU probab­ ly can get more done with our law­ suit (against the Coast Guard) than the subcommittee could get done ... well, I was impressed," said Rick Sanderson, 35. "I'm thankful for the oppor­ tunity we had to get politically in­ volved," added Dana Cunning­ ham, who was in the audience when the subconunittee chairman asked all merchant mariners present to stand and be recognized. Cohesive Group In their graduation speeches and in interviews with the Seafarers LOG, the recertified stewards reflected on their most recent ex- The 11 SIU members completing the recertified steward program are (front row, left to right) Jill Prescott, Kenneth Jones (second row) Curtis Phillips, Ruben Dollar, Richard Sanderson, Dana Cunningham, Hans Schmuck, Sivasa Laupati (back row) Cheryl Burgess (computer operations instructor), Mose Peacock Jr., George Quinn and Francis Ostendarp. perience at the Lundeberg School. The cohesiveness among the gal­ ley gang members was evident, and several noted that it helped the group in its schooling. "This was a good group," said Jill Prescott, who joined the union nine years ago in San Francisco. "I thought the schedule flowed smoothly and at a good pace. Everyone made us feel very wel­ come." Kenneth Jones described the training as "excellent. You never stop learning. ... If you want to achieve, the opportunities are here." Jones, 35, signed on five years ago in the port of New York. He added that the Lundeberg School instructors do an outstand­ ing job, and that the ex^rience in Congress has inspired him to vote. George Quinn said he especial­ ly enjoyed die computer training, which covers word processing, windows and spreadsheet and disk operations systems. "I always thought I was a pretty good steward, but there's no doubt this course will make me better on the ships," said the 50-year-old Quinn, who joined the Se^arers 32 years ago in New Orleans. "I enjoy^ the whole thing, and I found the pro­ gram well-rounded." Ruben Dollar, at 54 the oldest of the new recertined stewards, said he was impressed by the facilities. He added that the Lun­ deberg School's picturesque, rural location is a boon to successful .. ; studying. "I also thought the firefighting course was great," said Dollar, who began sailing with the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1962 (15 years before its merger with the AGLIWD). Another former MCS member, Curtis Phillips, brought his wife and child to the Lundeberg School. "I recommend bringing your fami­ ly," said Phillips, 36, who was upgrading for the fifth time. "It's great for morale, and there's a lot for them to do." He also said the course was "very beneficial. I particularly liked (galley instructor) Ed White's classes. . . . This school represents an excellent oppor­ tunity to enhance your career and your education." CPR and first aid are part of the course requirements for completion of the recertified steward program. Getting ready to give CPR to the classroom dummy are George Quinn (left) and Mose Peacock Jr. Cunningham, 29, echoed those sentiments. "I've been treated more than fairly and received a good education in the eight years I have been coming here. You need to come back here if you want a future as a Seafarer." Francis Ostendarp, 32, who graduated from the Lundeberg School as a trainee in 1983, thanked the group member? for their cooperation, "That's a big part of it. Everyone got along well." Thirty-one-year-old Hans Schmuck, an 11-year Seafarer, summarized his time at the school as "a great learning experience." Sivasa Laupati appeared al­ most overwhelmed. "You can't find another place like this," said Laupati, 46. "I have learned so many things .... Our union offi­ cials are doing a great job." Mose Peacock, Jr., temi^red his enthusiasm with an advisory note for future students in the recertified stewards program. "Make sure you're ready to work, because each class gets tougher," said Peacock, also a former MCS member. "This is a competitive in­ dustry, and nothing is going to get any easier." Several of the stewards com­ mended the food handling and gal­ ley sanitation classes presented by SIU member Jim Mann, SeaLand Service's fleet commissary manager and a Lundeberg School graduate. Several others noted how much they gained from instructor Kate Richardson's communica­ tions and computer classes. Recertified Steward Jill Prescott en­ hances the appeal of a cake with flowers made of icing. ;• 'k- Computer operations is another skill leamed by Ruben Dollar at the Lundeberg School during the five-week recertified steward course. The famiiy of Curtis Phillips, pictured with SiU President Michael Sacco, joined the chief steward during his five-week course at the Lundeberg School. - T--: r- .-M.-.- �unatiwz '.•«a Andrew K Crew Saves TWo Four Seafarers who crew the tugboat Andrew K reacted quickly and efficiently and saved the lives of two men stranded in a flat-bot­ tomed skiff in the Houston Ship Channel late last year. The SIU members—Captain Kenny Wall, Chief Engineer Tig Turner, AB Danny Mixon and Engine Utilityman Richard Guerrapulled the helpless men from the path of a large, fiilly loaded tanker whose crew apparently did not see the small boat. "The guys in the johnboat didn't have any oars, lines or life jackets," Wall, 44, recently told the Seafarers LOG. "All they had was a small motor which had failed. The tanker had a full head of steam, and there's no way [the men in the disabled fishing boat] would have survived if they had been hit." "We had just been dispatched to a job when we saw those guys in the middle of the channel," Turner said. "We tried to make radio con­ tact with the tanker, but for some reason they didn't respond. "The guys in the johnboat seemed pretty worried. They basi­ cally were in a mess." Turner, 30, estimated no more than five minutes elapsed from the time the Seafarers sighted danger until they executed the rescue. By then, the tanker was within oneeighth of a mile. JThe wind was blowing hard, buFwe were pretty confident," Turner said. "We had enough rope, and Kenny's a good boat handler, so there was no prob­ lem there." "It was close, but we saved them," said the 30-year-old Guerra. "We were right there next to them. They were a little on the drunk side, but they knew what was happening." Seafarers credited with saving the lives of two stranded boatmen are (from left) Richard Guerra, Tig Turner, Kenny Wall and Danny Mixon. Wall and his crew of veteran Seafarers, all of whom ship out of the port of Houston, did not stick around to chat with the relieved fishermen. "We didn't want to be late for our job," said Wall, who joined the union 20 years ago. The president of G&H Towing Co., which owns the Andrew K, commended Wall, Turner, Mixon and Guerra in a letter. He noted the crew's "exemplary performance in expeditiously coming to the aid of the disabled craft and towing it out of danger." Wall and his crew also helped the Andrew K earn G&H Towing's 1990-91 first place award as die fleet's "safest tug." The Andrew K eamed G&H Towing's 1990-91 first place award as the fleefs "safest tug." Ttalning School's Course Rw 10 Menu Boatnmi EngHiaslios SahBly Skills Ten inland Seafarers from Moran Towing of Texas participated in a special week-long training program at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. in February. One of the classes taken by the barge captains and licensed officers was OSHA hazardous waste opera­ tions and emergency response training. The boatmen thoroughly reviewed procedures to detect a hazardous spill in its early stages and the steps that can be taken to isolate the area. Emphasis was placed on practices that prevent spills. Other training for the group included CPR tech­ niques, first aid and safety, communications and stress il'i- • Moran Towing membets who attended the week-long training session included (left to right, front row) Rusty Ma* Burger, Ron Lambert, management, shiphandling simulatorpractice inparalid indexing and rules of the road and company semion policies and procedures. (• ; rM • fH • • •i||m '.M ''i-' . I. Moran officials joined the 10 for several of the classes at the school. '•y- • • -H .11 MilesHeathappliesasplinttoRandyCooper'sannduringfiistaidclass. Instructor K.C. Taylor explains oil spill procedures. -Til " • •• • i• ,"•> • ' RandyOooper handles the wheel in practice. �; .jx\ 10 SEAFARERS LOG Seaman Tax Repeal Bill intreduced in Cengress y ; .n" X'f _ - i. . r^,' • . •' •• • " ' . • ; -V „ ,'* -f '.')" • •'. While Rep. Gene Taylor (D-Miss.) reviews testimony, Rep. Herbert Bateman (R-Va.) asks a panelist about the worker tax during the House Coast Guard Subcommittee hearing on the issue in February. Continued from page 3 tee on Coast Guard and Naviga­ tion, characterizing it as "dis­ criminatory." At that hearing, Representatives Tauzin, Bateman and Gene Taylor (D-Miss.) pledged to seek a repeal of the user fee for marine licenses and docu­ ments. Last month, Tauzin authored House Resolution 4693 which, if enacted, will repeal the Coast Guard-imposed fees on marine licenses and documents. "HR 4693 prevents the federal government from singling out merchant mariners to pay what is clearly an employment act," Tauzin stated upon filing the bill on March 26. "Other occupations in transpor­ tation industries don't have to pay a federal fee in order to be lawfully employed. Why merchant mariners? The idea of the federal government taxing an individual for the opportunity to work is in­ herently wrong," the Louisiana congressman told his colleagues. Tauzin reminded Congress of the role of the Lf.S.-flag merchant marine during the recent Persian Gulf conflict. "Our national security depends on a strong mer­ chant marine. If anyone doubts this fact, I would only remind them, of our merchant mariners' heroic contributions to the largest sealift in maritime history. Desert Storm was successful because we had a base of qualified, licensed mer­ chant mariners who were ready to respond toi the call of duty." Bateman, who filed his bill prohibiting the federal government from collecting fees for the licens­ ing and documentation of seamen and boatmen on March 20, said in remarks addressed to his fellow House members, "No other sector of the transportation industry is re­ quired to pay a fee in order to work, and it is not fair that mariners should be singled out." Since both the Tauzin and Bateman bills are similar, the two will be consolidated. Tauzin's seaman tax repeal bill will absorb Bateman's legislation and the Vir­ ginia congressman will be listed as a co-sponsor. As the LOG was going to press, the bill had the sup­ port of Walter B. Jones (D-N.C.), who serves as chairman of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee, Robert Davis (R-Mich.) and Jack Fields (R-Texas). The SIU is urging all other members of Congress to co-spon­ sor the Tauzin bill. A Seafarer should contact his or her member of Congress to urge the elected of­ ficial to sign on to the seaman tax repeal bill introduced by Tauzin. Roy Boudreau Dies at 66 Former SIU official Roy Boudreau, a key figure in the union's successful organizing of American Steamship Company, passed away recently due to a heart condition. He was 66. Boudreau joined the Seafarers in 1943 in his native Detroit. He sailed in the deck department for 15 years before coming ashore to work as an organizer. He repre­ sented the SIU in various capacities until forced to retire in 1977 because of heart problems. Brother Boudreau's positions in the SIU included patrolman in Detroit, Buffalo port agent and as­ sistant secretary-treasurer for the Great Lakes District. Jack Bluitt, former SIU head­ quarters representative for the Great Lakes district before retiring in 1985, worked closely with Boudreau for about eight years. Bluitt, also a former New York patrolman and Detroit port agent, described Boudreau as "very reli- •s.i. •K-I Roy Boudreau able. He was a real gentleman, very conscientious. When it came to the Seafarers, he was a dedicated union man." Brother Boudreau retired to Sun City West, Ariz. He was buried in Resthaven Park Cemetery in Glendale, Ariz. He is survived by his wife, Joan. Olh» Transport ^iRrioyees Are Hot SRitieet to a Wwk Tax The domestic watert)ome transportation industry must compete with the railroads, air lines and trucking firms. The Seafarers LOG takes a look at what kind of fees the individuals who work in these transportation sectors must pay for their federally-required licenses and certificates. The conclusion; No one pays like a seaman or boatman will have to pay if the CoEist Guard user fees go into full force and effect. Some brief examples: The Coast Guard wants to charge $35 for a duplicate seaman's license or document. The FAA currently charges $2 for the same service to airmen. The Coast Guard proposes to charge anywhere from $45 to $70 for evaluating all of the papenvork in processing a license or a document with a rating.The FAA does not charge a penny for evaluating an airman's papenwork. The Coast Guard recommends a $35 fee for issuing the license or document, the FAA issues certificates to all licensed and certificated air transport workers free of charge. The Coast Guard wants to charge a $17 fee for an FBI check and it has not yet advised the public what it plans to charge for the OPA 90-mandated check of seamen's records contained in the National Driver Register. Railroad employees pay between $3 and $14 for a National Driver Register check. A seaman, under the Coast Guard's plan, can pay as much as $135 for each endorsement to his license or document. A truck driver generally pays around $5 for an endorsement certifying he is qualified to operate special equipment or transport special cargoes. Airline Workers All personnel working aboard or with an aircraft are certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), with the exception of flight attendants. In addition to pilots, the following airline-related job classifications are among those that require FAA certification: control tower operators, aircraft mechanics, repair station mechanics, flight engineers, dispatchers, parachute riggers, navigators. The FAA Airman Registry, based in Oklahoma City, is the central office of the agency that keeps track of the 3.7 million individuals certified by the agency. Once an airman has tested and compiled all the necessary paperwork, it is sent to the Airman Registry. That office issues the qualifying individual his certificate (i.e., license). There is no charge for processing or issuing the certificate. The agency only charges a fee if it issues a duplicate copy in the event a certificate is lost or mutilated. The fee: $2. ' FAA inspectors conduct ride checks (akin to practical experience tests) and written examinations. The agency does not charge for giving these tests. The FAA also licenses individuals to conduct testing—both written exams and ride checks—in behalf of the agency. These "designated examiners," more often than not private entrepreneurs, are allowed by the agency to set fees fortheir services. A pilot therefore can choose to pay a designated examiner or test with an FAA examiner and not pay a dime. Commercial airline companies (including air cargo companies) have desig­ nated examiners among their personnel, consequently individuals employed by the major carriers do not pay any fees at all to the FAA for testing and ride checks. The FAA also does not charge an individual for becoming an FAA designated examiner. Nor does the FAA charge for certificating an airline and allowing it to conduct training and testing. Commercial pilot certificates are usually good for one, two or three years depending on the class of airplane the individual flies. Railroad Workers As of January 1,1992 all operators of trains, known as "locomotive engineers," must be certified, indicating they have met Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) standards. Under the FRA regulations, the railroad companies are responsible for training, testing and issuing licenses. There is no cost to the individual engineers, nor is the FRA Involved in issuing any kind of card or license. The agency approves a company's training and licensing plan. The FRA does not charge the company to review its plan or to indicate it meets the agency's guidelines. The only charge the locomotive engineer faces is the cost of a check of his record with the National Driver Register, the national database compiled from state motor vehicle department records. The cost, depending on the state from which the individual hails, ranges from $3 to $14. Train operators must go through recurrent training sessions that are conducted by their employers. The individual pays no fee for this training. Other ra Iroad employees—signalmen, switchmen, flagmen, firemen, conduc­ tors, dispatchers, car inspectors, brakemen, dispatchers, among others, have no government fees involved in obtaining these positions. Truck Drivers While the airlines, the maritime sector and the railroads have for the most part been regulated by the federal government, trucking primarily has been supervised by state government. It is only in 1986 that a comprehensive federal law was enacted that established certain uniform criteria that must be met before a commercial driver's license can be issued. The federal law, however, did not take away the administration of licensing and testing programs from state government. A comrnercial truck driver obtains a driver's license through his state and local motor vehicle administration. The cost for the basic commercial driver's license ranges from $5 to $75. Some states include the cost of testing in this fee, others establish a separate fee for taking a test. Truck drivers also pay for endorsements to their licenses. Endorsements certify a driver as capable of driving a vehicle outfitted with special equipment or for operating a rig that carries a certain type of cargo. Typical endorsements to a license might be: hazardous materials, air brakes, passengers, combination. The licenses are usuallygood for four tofive years. Renewal fees are minimal. Most states do not require re-testing once the original license is issued, so the only fee a truck driver most likely will pay, as long as he or she stays in the industry, IS a small renewal charge. _ Here are some examples of what a commorcial driver's license could cost: In Colorado $15 for the license, $40 for the test. In Florida—$50 for the license, $5 per endorsement. Louisiana—$15 for the application for a license, $40 for the written exam,$30 for the road test and $5 per endorsement. Michigan—$20 basic fee, $5 per endorsement and $60 for a road test, Virginia—$35 basic license, $5 per endorsement. As of April 1 of this year all truck drivers will be required to hold a commercial driyers license issi^ by their local motor vehicle department that complies with federal guidelines. The Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration now receives the records of all commercial truck drivers and maintains this data in a central data base. Sources^ F^ral Aviatiw Administration - Airman Registry and Dulles Right Standards District Office. Assentation of Right Attendants, Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers. �' y \7.'Cs^ '' ? APRIL 1992 11 Green, Healey, Helton Awarded MSCPAC's Top Tribute Three SIU Government Ser­ vices Division members have been honored for their outstanding work during 1991 by the Military Sealift Command Pacific Fleet (MSCPAC). Brothers Edward C. Green II, James J. Healey Jr. and Harold W. Holton received the 1991 Mariner Award of Excellence, MSCPAC's highest tribute. The trio, nominated by fellow MSCPAC mariners and officers, were selected for their "profes­ sional, knowledgeable, respon­ sible, intelligent, hard-working and honest" abilities, according to MSCPAC. Green, 45, serves as chief cook aboard the USNS Diehl. The ship's master. Captain Bill Baldwin, noted in his nomination, "Mr. Green is the soul of congeniality, cheerfulness and friendliness. Al­ most without fail, he has a cheerful word or greeting for everyone he meets." The galley gang member began his seafaring career in 1972 as a member of the Marine Cooks and Stewards. He transferred to the Government Services Division in 1982. Green was praised for his work in feeding 125 guests as well as the ship's crew during Thanksgiving and Christmas, keeping the vessel in top-notch shape during layup and serving as the vessel's equal employment opportunity repre­ sentative. Healey, 56, was featured for his abilities over and above his posi­ tion as an AB/maintenance on the USNS Kawishiwi. "Mr. Healey is a responsible, knowledgeable and highly professional individual who continually produces high quality results, regardless of the task at hand," wrote Captain Bruce Butterfield, former master of the fleet oiler. The 11-year veteran of the division was lauded for making sure safety signs were in place and creating signs when none were available. He also taught new crewmembers safety procedures on underway replenishnient. Healey is known aboard ship as a skilled carpenter and someone who can splice any type of line or wire. Holton, 65, sails as a rig bosunmate aboard the USNS Pecos. "It has become a natural reaction for the deckhands to defer to Mr. Hol­ ton when an impasse is reached on any given subject," wrote Pecos maintained to the highest state of rdadiness. Holton signed on with the union in 1976. Murphy proclaimed the bosunmate "an elder statesman in the Western Pacific." All three members received a plaque, framed certificate and cash reward. Pesky Zebm Mussels ^lead Beyond Lakes Zebra mussels will continue spreading beyond the Great Lakes, and the costly damage caused by the prolific organisms will get sub­ stantially worse before the tiny striped mollusks can be slowed, according to a government re­ searcher. Believed to have arrived in the Great Lakes in 1986 in the ballast water of a European tanker, zebra mussels have wreaked havoc in that region. The non-edible crea­ tures have disrupted navigation by causing marker buoys to sink; ruined fishing nets and grounds; altered a delicate aquatic ecosys­ tem; fouled beaches with sharp shells; and blocked raw water intake systems of many municipalities, utilities and factories. Additional­ ly, the mollusk has impeded ships by clogging engine cooling water lines, causing increased drag and lowering fuel efficiency. The spread is "extraordinarily rapid" said Bob Peoples of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Peoples has conducted finely detailed studies of zebra mussels during the past three years. "Various fish feed on [zebra mussels], but the den­ sities are so enormous, biological controls haven't kicked in. It's a classic case of invasion ecology, and it's going to get worse before it gets better." Zebra mussels use their sticky, elastic-like secretions to attach themselves in layers to almost any surface, and they do not easily let go. Each zebra mussel grows to a maximum length of slightly less than twoinches. But the minuscule mussel is causing serious financial loss; over the next 10 years the infestation will cost users of the Bush Signs Ship Gamhiing Biii The United States-flag pas­ senger ship industry is expected to grow due to passage of an SIUsupported hi 1 which President Bush last month signed into law. The new law allovys U.S.-flag cruise ships to offer regulated gam­ bling on the high seas. (Foreignflag vessels have been offering gambling for years.) Previously, two outdated laws which dis­ criminated against American pas­ senger ships prevented U.S.-flag vessels from offering gaming. Foreign-flag ships sailing from U.S. ports were not subject to the same regulations. The SIU supported the new law because it could lead to both the investment of dollars in U.S.-flag passenger ship operations and the creation of thousands of jobs for American seafarers. Master Michael Murphy. "The regard in which the crew holds him and the stability which he lends to a deck gang are great assets for any ship fortunate enough to have his services. Among the items for which Hol­ ton was singled out were being a selfless worker and keeping his rig Great Lakes more than $5 billion, estimates one government agen­ cy. The National Fisheries Re­ search Center (located in Michigan), in cooperation with other federal, state and private agencies, has developed a research program covering all aspects of the zebra mussel invasion. Eventually, the research will be used to predict the mussels' spread across the U.S. and to estimate damages. Further, millions of dollars are being spent annually by industries and municipalities bordering the Great Lakes in the U.S. and Canada in attempts to control the dangerous, clam-like critters. The primary control method now in use is treatment with chlorine, a costly procedure that may adversely af­ fect the environment. Other methods are under investigation. The Bush administration recently sought to cut $1.1 million in research funds in NCAA's proposed 1992 budget. But Mer­ chant Marine Committee member Dennis Hertel (D-Mich.) amended the $658.5 million budget request to include the funds for zebra mus­ sel research. Since being found in Lake St. Clair in the mid 1980s, the mol­ lusks have spread throughout the Great Lakes and surrounding areas including the St. Lawrence, Hud­ son, Susquehanna, Illinois, Ohio and Mississippi Rivers. Rapid Spread The Organisms, which live up to five years, congregate in clusters as great as 800,000 per square meter. They are most dense in depths of water to 45 feet but may be found as deep as 300 feet. For Seafarers, the problem means extra work and extra expen­ ditures. Boats must be carefully cleaned when leaving a con­ taminated area in preparation for going to uncontaminated waters. To prevent blockage in the boat's water intake system, outboard motors must be thoroughly flushed. Meanwhile, the epidemic con­ tinues. When will spread of zebra mussels finally be halted? As zebra mussel expert Bob Peoples put it, "Nobody loiows." This photo illustrates the stages in growth of the zebra mussel. A ruler (in millimeters) is shown for scale. The bill includes provisions legalizing the use of gambling devices aboard U.S.-flag vessels on the high seas during intrastate and cruise-to-powhere voyages in states not prohibiting such ac­ tivity, as well as on interstate and foreign voyages. The provisions are similar to H.R. 3282, the U.S.-Flag Cruise Ship Competitiveness Act, which passed the House late last year and was added by the Senate to the marine sanctuary bill. More than 85 percent of all cruise passengers worldwide are Americans. But only two of the more than 120 deep-draft cruise ships in the world fly the U.S. flag (the SlU-crewed Independence and Constitution). The tiny zebra mussels use their sticky secretions to attach themselves in layers to almost any surface, in this case, a larger shell. • ^ '"'VL �• «^«»«««K,<» SRISPS -«T SEAPUtHtSlM 12 ^^r'^-5:^---'V., :...Vi- 'bM.';''"'" .4:'-:44::te 1(- ,;C- , ' ^-•>•' bbbl'W • - ,4;. jb ^ / " '-b-- 'by-mbl f't".-,•?- .'/'V-- ••••..• • ' v;.v' ,•• Perhaps the most visible crewmembers aboard the SS Inde­ pendence outside of those who deal with passengers directly are the men and women of the deck AB/Watch Doug ULonde changes the anti-skid strips on an outdoor ladder. o wu r/ • .-.X .. OS Bobby Freer (right) shares some photos he received at mail call with OS Ivan Ingram. .%•: These SIU members can be seen throughout the cruise ship any time of theday or night performing their various duties. "Don't let anybody tell you our people don't work hard," Bosun Mike Rivera told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. "Just look around and you find us there." Most tourists are aware of the deck members only when the ves­ sel enters or leaves a port. The tourists gather wherever they can to witness, photograph or film the operations, seeing it as part of the ship's entertainment. "Our guys have a job to do," Rivera stat^. "Once we start, we , /lJ j Y,®" ^^are we re being watched. During daylight hours, deck gang members may be painting bulkheads in passenger areas, cleaning the swimming pools, working on lifeboats or assisting passengers on the gangway of the American Hawaii Cruises ship. "People will just stop and watch while I'm working," noted ABAVatch Doug LaLonde who was changing skid strips on an out­ door ladder. "I've gotten used to it." Deck members have to get the job done After dark, the deck gang stays whether the ship is in port or at sea. busy as well. Besides the usual bridge assignments of lookout and navigation, the department's mem­ bers also handle the fire watch. "Our goal is to identify fire or possible hot spots before they start," said OS Bobby Freer, one of four people who traverse the whole ship between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. every day on the patrol. "The safety of the passengers is our prime concem." fc: . I• • " •• . '5 : • •fe JM mmmmmm AB Luisito F. Balatbat keeps a straight course under the watchful eye of Second Mate Ed White, an SIU hawsepiper. Keeping the passenger compartments J.® AB/Hotel Painter Rolando Co. Night fire watch, done by OS Bobtiy Freer, is an important shipboard safely precaution! Mb ;-v • Bosun Mike Rivera (badt to camera), along with Junior Teamwork is In^^ in dodjg and undocking^^ Ready to take part in the weekly lifeboat drill are (from left) all hands are called to the d^. ABpreg Potter, OS Mike Ethridge and OS Mike Thomas. 'r-M • "•w-.. • •Vi;i 'j bij- �1992 House Panel Blasts Proposed Budget for MarAd as 'Meager • , ;• ,' • •• •s,.-. -. .,•. r%-'. ^ • ' P* .-f- • ••:sSsA«s. '•itA Members of the House Mer­ chant Marine Subcommittee strongly questioned and, at times, criticized the 1993 fiscal year budget proposed by the Maritime Administration during a hearing last month. Before the hearing began. Sub­ committee Chairman Walter Jones (D-N.C.) introduced a substitute funding bill that would authorize an additional $189.4 million to the Bush administration's request of $537.4million. Jones stated the ad- ditional dollars would better main­ tain the Ready Reserve Force. Three Democratic and two Republican members of the sub­ committee immediately signed on as co-sponsors. Captain Warren Leback, head of the Maritime Administration, presented MarAd's request to the subcommittee. He was joined by General Hansford T. Johnson, commander-in-chief of the U.S. Transportation Command, and Vice Admiral Francis T. Donovan, commander of the Military Sealift Command. In his opening remarks, Jones listed his reasons why the administration's budget was not adequate. "Once again, the administration does not include any request for operating-differential subsidy (ODS) reform. Once again, the ad­ ministration provides hardly any funds for research and develop­ ment, in contrast to certain of our foreign competitors who provide large sums of R&D monies to their shipping industries. Once again, the administration recommends only a dormant Title XI loan guarantee [construction differen­ tial] program, even though we could use this program to build new double-hulled tankers in American shipyards." Jones then said, "Our govern­ ment has failed to place enough value on the need for a viable m^time industry. I had hoped that the lessons of the Persian Gulf war would have changed that neglect­ ful attitude; but, once again, there is no indication of such a change in this year's budget request." When the questioning of wit­ nesses began, Jones quoted Leback's testimony during the FY '92 hearings that an ODS reform package would be ready for this hearing and asked where it was. Leback said work on the reforms was delayed because of the recent change in the position of secretary of transportation. Jones then wanted to know if that meant it would take the Bush administration another four years to propose ODS reform. Leback responded Secretary Andrew Card may announce a maritime program Ws BlU Lawrence Dies at 44 Bill Lawrence, who ran the West Coast office of the Transpor­ tation Institute from his native home of Seattle, Wash., died sud­ denly on March 14 at the age of 44. During his tenure with the In­ stitute, which represents 140 U.S.flag vessel operators engaged in ocean-going, domestic and Great Lakes waterbome transportation trades and which is dedicated to promoting the American shipping industry, Lawrence tirelessly worked in behalf of the U.S. mer­ chant marine. James Heniy, president of the Transportation Institute, paid tribute to his effectiveness as an advocate of U.S. shipping. Henry said Lawrence worked diligently for the preservation and enforce­ ment of laws to maintain the U.S. domestic merchant fleet. Also, Heniy noted that "Bill was a friend of the maritime industry and a great personal fnend to many • -1. of us who had the honor of working with him." Lawrence, a son of a shipyard worker, was well-liked and wellconnected throughout the maritime community, and he counted a great number of Seafarers among his friends. A University of Washington graduate, Lawrence had a great deal of experience with the politi­ cal process, having worked as a lobbyist representing maritime in­ terests with the state legislatures of Alaska and Washington. He was active in political campaigns, in­ cluding the 1974 re-election effort of Senator Warren Magnuson. Lawrence first joined the staff of the Transportation Institute in 1975. Bill Lawrence is survived by his wife, Ruth; three-year-old son, Evan; mother, Helga; and sister, Maijean Plouffi J- •J ''•QMK Bill Lawrence (center), who passed away last month, Is pictured at the dedication of the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education last August with his go^ friends and associates former SlU official Ed Mooney (left) and Robert B. McMillen. president and CEO of TOTE. this summer. In response to a question from Rep. Norman Lent (R-N.Y.), both Johnson and Donovan said the Defense Department is proceeding with sealift vessel design proposals; a decision is expected in May. Johnson noted the depart­ ment still intends to rely on the private sector as part of the sealift strategy. He also offered the vessel design program as an example of governmental support that will benefit shipyards, operators and maritime unions. Rejps. Gene Taylor (D-Miss.) and Helen Delich Bentley (R-Md.) wanted to know from Leback why the administration has done little to nothing to help the U.S.-flag mer­ chant marine. Taylor specifically asked what the administration had done in the last two years to help the fleet. Bentley questioned the government's resolve to enforce cargo preference laws. Within their prepared tes­ timony, both Johnson and Donovan urged Congress to ap­ propriate funding for 20 rollon/roll-off vessels to be in the fleet by the end of the decade for use as prepositioning and fast sealift ves­ sels. They also requested an addi­ tional 19 RO/ROs for the RRF. The subcommittee is expected to mark-up, the process of preparing legislation for the full committee and Congress, die appropriations bill this spring. •?r' ::: M •: .-•'i "• • . -'k 'M Culinary Pioneer Beyes Bles Felipe "Phil" Reyes, one of the original planners for the SIU's steward department upgrading program, passed away November 10 due to natural causes. He was 85. Brother Reyes, whom friends described as a tireless, productive and humane leader, joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Two years later, the ambitious Seafarer sailed as a chief steward. Reyes came ashore in 1971 to work in Oakland, Calif, as a port steward for Sea-Land. He later served in a similar capacity for various other companies. A native of the Philippines, Reyes in 1967 purchased 12 burial plots in League City, Texas, for SIU members who did not qualify for burial benefits. "I wanted to make sure that SIU members knew they would be taken care of when they died," Reyes told the Seafarers LOG in a 1990 inter­ view. "That's what 'Brotherhood of the Sea' is all about." Also nicknamed "Pop," Reyes retired to the Mobile area and in 1985 established the Association of Retired Merchant Seamen (ARMS), an organization for former Seafarers and other exmariners. That group, which has hundreds of members, keeps abreast of union and maritime ^fairs and has been active in Veterans Day celebrations in the Alabama port city. The group traditionally lays a floating wreadi in honor of fallen brothers and sisters during the annual National Maritime Day observance in Mobile harbor. Four years ago, Reyes' efforts led to construction of a monument in Mobile which honors merchant mariners who perished during World War n. It was that type of civic-minded activity which once helped Reyes win Mobile's Man of the Year Award. Lee de Parlier, retired SIU member and current president of ARMS, called Reyes "a great fel­ low and an asset to the Seafarers. I first met Phil in Houston in 1964, when he was with the Maritime Advancement Program. "That program was a forerunner to Piney Point, so in a sense he was a founder (of the Lundeberg School)." De Parlier said Reyes, a former ' • Felipe "Phil" Reyes food plan adviser for the SIU, was "well respected locally" and belonged to "every organization you can think of." Retired SIU official Pete Drewes recalled Reyes was wellorganized and enthusiastic. He said of an ARMS cookout two years ago, "Phil organized the whole thing and 200 people turned out for it at Red Smith's farm. Phil always did a heck of a job, no mat­ ter what the job was." Retired galley gang member Harry Houston sailed with Reyes and described him as "very sharp when it came to mechanical knowledge of the steward depart­ ment. He set up a feeding program when we organized the SS Atlantic in Mobile.... He was also active in Alabama politics." Ed Kelley, SIU representative at the port of Mobile, said Reyes' political activities were reflected in the turnout at the funeral. "There were more than a few public offi­ cials there," Kelley said. "Phil was quite a guy." Another retiree who sailed with Reyes, George O'Berry, said Brother Reyes "should be com­ mended for the time and effort he spent working for the union, train­ ing and upgrading our food system and worlang for the betterment of the people he served. Many people owe a lot to this man." Reyes was buried in Wolf Ridge Cemetery in Mobile. He is sur­ vived by his wife, Shirley, whom he married in 1934. One of Brother Reyes' children, son Phil Jr., cur­ rently sails with District 2/MEBA. • "i i. "VA-ii ^a -s• • '•'M r >. 1 �:si;w¥w-rc?ise».<»w*«fpw^ . ^7•: - :.•• \:. •;: :-s. f- ^ •' • - .• .«:- -. ::L .y;,_jy • - ;o7' 7. •:ait^v<'^>''»T>.iiii.»iii .111'n >i.iw.iii»»;Mijwii^^ • seAORBtstm Facts Show Documented Seamen Have A Better Safety Record Than Those Who Don't « -s': '-y'rn^:'. • A Way to Reduce the Safety Threat to Tug andTow Crewmen [i(S-V-.-';- I-''.' V''*T'feM,^JvS//r^'viV'-'f;/^ r ' • • k •••• -xs'-'sS-Al'-vifhr^^ ''''i :^'''^:iy '• ^'t''i. -:- '" A disparity that exists in the nation's maritime safety standards is endangering the safety of the men and women who sail on the nation's rivers and lakes, the Seafarers International Union has found. The loophole in safeguards stems from a section of the nation's laws that exempts the vast majority of individuals working on inland waters' ves­ sels—no matter the tonnage of the boat—from holding Coast Guard issued documents. Also among those seamen who do not have to cany documents are most individuals on vessels of under 100 gross tons. The law requires, however, that all seamen employed on Great Lakes vessels and ocean-going ships over 100 gross tons carry Coast Guard issued docu­ ments, which also are known as z-cards. Legislation has been introduced in the United States Con­ gress to close this loophole. The bill, known as H.R. 4394, was introduced in early March by House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee Chairman Walter B. Jones (DN.C.). The legislation has the strong backing of the SIU, other marine labor unions and several maritime companies. In the few weeks since the bill's introduction, 31 congressmen have signed on as cosponsors. In an address to his fellow congressmen upon introducing the bill, Jones said, "It may be hard to beiieve, but there are vessels operating in waters of the United States with crewmembers who are not required to demonstrate their fltness for duty." Potential for Injury iSSIEf •;'. • .:i!.X''.,••••„:''.' •• 7-;C;,; .>^i'7.:f''.,'v4r ./ -.. ii-;. •--..T. •i''--fl-\ -" •••'•|S' *•.•. . •••'> -i;.-:'.^.-'. -.iJ :•-^ ' ' L ' ''' *»•• '•• -- ••:•••-- •.' ' "' '• '" "^ ' ' .': " jk": ./: r* •.• ! T, a. , Who Must Have A Merchant Mariner Document Seamen aboard U.S. merchant vessels of at least 100 gross tons are required under federal law (46 U.S. Code, Section 6701) to hold a merchant marine document except on vessels operating only on the navigable rivers and lakes of the United States other than the Great Lakes. Who Is Not Required to Hold A Merchant Mariner Document Currently, individuals serving on inland towing vessels and harbor towing vessels and ocean and harbor tugs of less than 100 gross tons are not required to hold merchant mariner documents. Oh navigable rivers and lakes, except the Great Lakes, no matter the tonnage of the vessel, the majority of individuals working aboard the tug ortowboat are not required to hold merchant mariner documents. The Coast Guard, how­ ever, does require that on all river and lakes, towing vessels of 26 feet in length (regardless of tonnage), the operator of the boat must hold a license issued by the agency. The Coast Guard also requires that tankermen hold a document with the appropriate endorsements. Al other hands aboard vessels on the nation's navigable rivers and lakes, except the Great Lakes, carry no merchant mariner docurherrt, other endorsements or licenses. Tens of thousands of mariners working aboard mora than 3,300 tugs and tows plying the nation's 25,777mile8 ofnavigable waterways are endangered by a loophole in maritime safety standards for rivers. and Navigation that the inland waterways need a "system whereby you can document, monitor and evaluate the per­ sonnel that are on the tugs and barges." He noted that all hands working on Crowley's vessels are documented. Faber said documentation of all inland maritime workers was in the "best interest in regard to safety." In written comments submitted to the committee, Maritrans GP Inc. Executive Vice President James H. Sanbom said, "The message delivered long and consistently by both houses of Congress to those of us who use our nation's waterways to move goods and material has been clear: operate safely; protect our environment." "Allowing undocumented seamen to work on these ves­ sels unnecessarily increases the potential for injury or death of other Waterway users. In addition, since many of these vessels transport oil or hazardous substances, any accident puts this nation at risk for serious environmental damage to our shores and natural resources," said the North Carolina congressman. Jones pointed out there are important safeguards con­ tained in the process of issuing merchant mariner documents. The Coast Guard, the federal agency responsible for policing the nation's navigable waterways and enforcing laws and regulations concerning the safety of all who use the marine transportation system, issues merchant mariner documents to individuals working aboard all deep sea and Great Lakes vessels. Applicants must submit to drug testing, undergo a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) criminal investigation check and allow the agency to review driving records in the Nation­ al Driver Register, among other procedures. Under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, the Coast Guard was mandated to renew merchant rtiariner documents every five years. (Before this law, an individual was issued a document once and this served him or her throughout his sailing career.) The agency is currently in the process of developing a procedure for the re-issuance of documents. on the these waters," Sacco said. The SIU official pointed out that currents and weather conditions can make navigation extremely tricky. He said tugs and tows and their barges must be maneuvered in congested waterways. Additionally, the vessels sail on rivers and harbors bordering very populated areas, as well as water­ ways adjacent to environmentally sensitive marshes, islands, shores, banks and coastlines. Sacco said every crewmember plays an important role in navigating a tug or tow and its barge units on the waterways. Sacco noted that crewmembers on tugs and barges are responsible for a multitude of cargoes, each requiring unique attention from the crew. Among the material transported on the nation's rivers and lakes are petroleum products, forest and farm products, coal, metallic ores, radiation materials, chemicals—including benzene, ammonia, sulfuric acid, fer­ tilizer. In many cases the cargo is hazardous or combustible or both, Sacco said. Sacco said the volume of cargo transported on the inland waterways was staggering. "In 1989, the Army Corp of Engineers estimated that 1,507.5 million tons of freight were carried on selected inland waterways." Safety of Crew at Stake Confidence of Fellow Crew • Evldenceof drug-free urinalysis test. From the SIU's standpoint, Sacco said, "Every hand on a vessel, whether it is operating on a river or in the ocean, must have confidence in his fellow crewmembers and their ability to handle the vessel in any situation, including emergencies that may arise." The enactment of legislation extending the Coast Guard documentation procedure to all crewmembers aboard tugs and tows would assure the men and women who earn their livelihoods in this industry that safeguards have been met. While a group known as the American Waterways Operators (AWO), which represents many tug and towboat companies, is opposed to the legislation, a number of maritime companies have thrown their strong support behind the legislation. Crowley's Pacific Operations Vice President Gary Faber said in testimony before the Subcommittee on Coast Guard • Oath to adhere to all applicable federaliaws. • Check of National Driver Register for relevant infor­ mation (alcohol use). • Criminal record check with the FBI. • Verification of U.S. citizenship or evidence from INS of lawful entry and permanent residence in country. • Proof of employment in the industry or evidence of military service. • Renewal every five years. • Completion of 60-90 days of seatime. • To obtain an advanced rating, a Coast Guard ex­ amination indicating proficiency and knowledge. In its testimony of March 17 to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Navigation hearing on the legislation, the SIU emphasized that the safety of crewmembers on thousands of tugs and towboats is at stake. The loophole in maritime safety standards of the nation's rivers and lakes endangers the lives and working conditions of crewmembers aboard tugs and towboats, SIU Vice President Joseph Sacco told the congres­ sional panel. There are more than 5,000 tugs and towboats in the U.S.-flag fleet and close to 3,300 of those operate on the nation's rivers and lakes, which make up 25,777 miles of navigable waterways. Sacco noted that the crewmembers of those vessels Work under difficult Conditions. On the inland waters, tugs and towboats push or pull more than 23,000 dry cargo barges and 3,200 tank barges. "It takes skill, it takes training, it takes alertness and it takes teamwork to navigate Pollution-Free Standards Sanbom continued, "Marine accidents can be caused by a single person failing to conform to proper procedures. The result may be damage only to his vessel; or it may involve damage to a land-based facility. The accident may involve two or more vessels; one or all of which may be carrying a potential pollutant. ITie accident may result in pollution from a vessel struck and breached by a relatively small towboat and barge unit carrying a cargo as innocuous as gravel for constraction. The prevention of marine pollution then is not Requirements That Must Be Met For a Merchant Mariner Document confined to those who carry the cargoes with a potential for pollution, but by all who share the navigable waters." The role the Coast Guard plays in reducing accidents through, among other things, its merchant mariner document system is essential, said Sanbom. "The requirements are simple, straight forward and provide a means to assure that those entering the ranks of partners on our vessels have been screened by &e nation's maritime regulatory watchdog, the USCG." Crescent Towing & Salvage Co., Inc. of New Orleans, La. also submitted comments on the matter to the subcommittee. Crescent's Assistant Vice President Arthur T. Kulp pointed out that the company would benefit from a set of standards that would be applied uniformly to all employees of all tugboat companies. He said an individual subjected to all the safeguards required by the Coast Guard, "would make the process of determining the qualifications of a potential job applicant easier to assess for the company." Furthermore, Kulp said, "If all crewmembers had docu­ ments, employers would beassured that the person employed had met basic Coast Guard requirements... Since a merchant marine document can be revoked, an individual who has demonstrated gross incompetence or misconduct or negligence would be taken out of the industry." H.R. 4394 Closes Loophole The majority of crewmembers on inland vessels do not cany a Coast Guard document. The exception is a tankerman. Individuals employed as tankermen must hold a merchant mariner document with the appropriate Coast Guard endor­ sements. Also, operators of inland vessels more than 26 feet in length must hold a Coast Guard license. However, en­ gineers, deckhands, mates, cooks, among others, are not required to hold any kind of Coast Guard documentation. On ocean-going vessels of imder 100 gross tons, most hands are not required to hold documents. Many of these vessels operate in the nation's coastal waterways and har­ bors. The vessels exempted from the Coast Guard merchant mariner document requirement include marine equipment of substantial proportions. Many of the boats in question are driven by engines with horsepower in the tens of thousands. There are some towboats that push more than 50 barges at a time, maldng the overall tonnage of the combined marine equipment unit close to that of an ocean-going vessel. he striking difference in the total number of accidents due to human error between U.S.-flag deep sea ships or Great Lakes vessels or tugs and towt}oats provides evidence of the need to have all crewmembers meet basic requirements of the United States Coast Guard, the govern­ ment agency responsible for marine safety. The safety of fellow crewmembers is at stake, as well as the safety of others work­ ing aboard vessels operating in the nation's waterways and hart)ons. The SIU was led to examine the data contained in the Coast Guard's database Each category of vessel—whether inland, deep sea or Great Lakes equipment— was equally hit by weather and environmental conditions. The percentage of accidents causedby forces of nature was similar among all three classifications of vessels. "Environmental Factors" are con­ sidered by the Coast Guard to be adverse weather conditions, adverse current or sea conditions, debris, suction bank, ice, sub­ merged objects, unmaintained channels, among others. Systemic Deficiencies" cited by the MAIN) in an effort to ascertain the safety record of the inland maritime industry. The union found that within the inland field, human error is more likely to account for an accident than in either the Great Lakes or deep sea areas. The primary difference between the in­ dividuals employed aboard tugs and towboats in the inland sector and those working aboard vessels on the Great Lakes and oceans, is the great majority of crewmem­ bers on marine equipment in the rivers and lakes are not documented by the United States Coast Guard. The Coast Guard's data indicates that human factors are the primary cause of accidents involving tugs and tows. Conversely, on deep sea ships and Great Lakes vessels, the human factor only accounted for roughly one third of all accidents. The Coast Guard defines "human factors" as some of the following categories: bypass of available safety devices, inattention to duty, intoxication—alcohol/drugs, calculated risk, carelessness, error in judgement, lack of knowledge, lack of train­ ing, lack of experience, operator error, fatigue, stress, physical impairment, psychologicalimpairment, failure to comply With rules or regulations, inadequate super­ vision, failure to follow rules of the road. ccording to Coast Guard data, the most likely reason for an accident involving a deep sea ship or Great Lakes vessel is a problem with the vessel itself. The Coast Guard defines "vessel problems" as those factors related to the material or equipment of the ship or boat that cause trouble, but which are not related to improper maintenance. Examples of this category are inadequate equipment; inade­ quate stability; inadequate horsepower; failed materials, such as electrical,' mechanical and structural items. inadequate owner/operator safety plan, faulty designs, improper main­ tenance. In August of 1981, the Coast Guard added inadequate manning and inad^uate equipment to this category. more detailed examination of the Coast Guard's data, indicates that 32 ktug/tow accidents within the CASMAIN database listed intoxication by either alcohol or drugs as a contributory factor to the accident. A search of the accidents involving Great Lakes and deep sea ships revealed that intoxication has never been one of the reasons the Coast Guard found for an accident involving those vessels. It should be noted that the CASMAIN database only includes accidents where frie Coast Guard has completed its invesligation. Any open cases would not show "P |![| database. _ Crewrnembers aboard deep sea and ®"'P® ®''® rigorous ^"^9 testing procedures. All individuals on these vessels are documented and thus will have been subjected to a record check of the National Driver Register. The majority.^ crewmembers on tugs and towboats opiating on the rivers are not subject to the National Driver Register check. The union is continuing to study the infor­ mation contained in the C^st Guard's exten­ sive CASMAIN database. In the meantime, the Seafarers LOG would welcome the com­ ments of all seamen and boatmen on their experiences of crew safety. In the union's preliminary analysis, the evidence is clear that seamen with mer­ chant mariner documents have a better safety record and are less susceptible to injury and death than men and women working aboard tugs and tows who do not meet the standards the Coast Guard re­ quires of all mariners. A "'-Sj'Sa'5' . J. •• •7'' k'Xk'iy;' v.kd k.:- "t^ai 'I- Primary Cause of Accidents U.S.-Flag Inland Tugsn^ows, Ocean-Going, and Great Lakes Vessels (Percentage by Cause) Late 1970s - Mid 1991 CAUSE TUGSiTOWS Human Factors # 5,051 % 58% Vessel Problems 1,720 Environmental Factors ACCIDENTS LAKE SHIPS # OCEAN SHIPS 43 % 36% # 698 % 31% 20% 53 45% 1,038 46% 1,306 15% 14 12% 343 15% 43 0% 2 2% 20 1% OtherAJnknown 585 7% 7 6% 158 7% Total Accidents 8,705 100% 119 101%* 2,257 100% Human Factor, Any Cause 5,367 62% 46 39% 795 35% Systemic Deficiency L' "asi/-:;. Total sums to more ttian100 due to rounding. Tugs/Tows includes all such vessels less than 300 gross tons. Lakes ships are those vessels over 10,000 gross tons, self-propelled, which have been involved in an accident on one of the five Great Lakes. Finally, ocean-going vessels are all self-propelled vessels over 14,999 gross tons and which are one of the following type of vessels: Container, RO-RO, LASH, Ore-Bulk-Oil, liquid or dry buikers, or oil, gas or chemical tankers. Source: Coast Guard's CASMAIN Database. CASMAIN includes only closed cases; any accident still under investigation is not included. -. • • : - - .^77^ V'fa7'i'^ �ti: t-r SEAFARERStOS IS . Steward Utz's Activities Make for a Full ^Plate^ ||;::fc|i|| m • "• 't;- / • • .- • ' ' •••A. '• "-V, I'--::: Crewmembers aboard the Great Land look forward to Thursdays when Chief Steward Jack Utz is aboard. That is the day when Utz distributes his newsletter, the Ariang exPress, around the rollon/roll-off vessel. "It's been great for morale," Utz told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG when the TOTE vessel recently docked in Fife, Wash., be­ tween Seattle and Tacoma. Utz began producing the newsletter—full of poetry, quotes, off-beat stories and quizzes— about three years ago so he could share his views with his fellow shipmates. .Writing is the 62-year-old steward's primary form of com­ munications. He has been bothered, but not hampered, by a stutter in his speech since childhood. The speech impediment caused him to leave school early. "I dropped out in sixth grade, but my hobby was reading," Utz, who has a bachelor's degree in English, recalled. He read books by Pearl Buck, William Erskine and others from the Great Depres­ sion era that formulated his politi­ cal conscience to help others. "About 10 or 11,1 began picking books that were written by people who were socially aware. 'The average person ^— after the age of 30 — begins thinking of his own security and less of other people's (security). Whereas 1 didn't change." Utz weaves his beliefs throughout his newsletters. In his own words, the respohses and debates have been "great. In argu­ ments, 1 have been called every- Utz's shipmate, Wiper AN Hussein, works on board as the vessel unloads. n Robert Haley, who sails as an AB, says he would follow Utz to sea anytime. thing from a fascist to a communist and everything in between." In fact, Utz recalled one crewmember challenging his views with "1 don't believe this but you sure can write." The native of Baltimore began his sailing career in 1948 as a wiper on the Steel King. He found the job "too greasy." On his next vessel, he discovered being an ordinary seainan was "too cold." The only shipboard department left for Utz was the galley, where he has sailed ever since. He has upgraded four times at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship to become a recertified steward. While sailing and upgrading, he began to study for the GED to gain his high school equivalency diploma. After that, he acquired an associate's degree from a Washington junior college. Then, pushed by now-retired SlU official Ed Mooney, Utz applied for a Seafarers scholarship in 1978. "1 was so afraid, but 1 got the scholarship: It took me about six years to get my degree from the University of Washington because 1 continued sailing." Although he has been the per­ manent steward on the Great Land since 1982, Utz states that he is a better writer than cook. But don't s?.:: K: ;• Chief Steward Jack Utz works on the next edition of his newsletter. SlU Assistant VP Bob Hall (left) talks with AB Robert Wassink aboard the Great l.and. let crewmembers hear that. "I'd go to sea with Jack anytime," AB Robert Haley quipped after hear­ ing Utz's statement about cooking. Utz's fo'c'sle is like a smdl pressroom. Besides his personal gear, he stores his background material for the newsletters as well as his computer there. "1have plen­ ty of information on weather, jobs and politics that1have been saving for years." For QMED DeSue, Political Action Is a *Must' For Kevin DeSue, politics is not so much who you know and what have they done for you lately. It is more a matter of self-esteem for your conununity, your friends and yourself. "It's easy to get involved," the 23-year-old QMED says to fellow Seafarers. "Just take more time and get involved in your community. They'll be glad to have you." DeSue, who recently upgraded at the Lundeberg Schoo, urges union members to know their U.S. senators and representatives be­ cause they directly affect our jobs on U.S.-flag ships." He has lobbied on Capitol Hill several times on maritime matters. The graduate of Lundeberg School trainee class 444 also reminds members to not ignore local politicians. "Write your councilmen, mayor and school board. Ask them for their opinions on issues affecting the community. Develop a relationship with them. As soon as you begin to understand their jobs, diey will begin to under­ stand yours." The Jacksonville, Fla. native in­ cludes members waiting for a job in a union hall in this philosophy. 'We have the means and time to get more involved. We can't just go to the hall to look for a job. We should go as a group to meet people in the com­ munity and voice our opinions." In his own community of Springfield (in the northern part of Jacksonville), the engine depart­ ment member discovered only 27 percent of those registered bothered to vote in the 1991 municipal election. To urge more of his neighbors to get involved, DeSue has been meeting with them and preaching his "self-esteem" philosophy. "When you hear 'ghetto,ghetto. ghetto,' you begin to believe your area is nothing—that you live in a slum. SpringEeld is one of the oldest and most historic areas of Jacksonville. We have to get motivated about our area so others' will take us seriously." To that end, he has spent his time off the ship mowing lawns, repairing plumbing and doing other odd jobs for neighbors un­ able to handle those chores. Despite his age, DeSue is not a newcomer to the political process. One of his earliest memories is of his grandfather, a former minister, running for mayor of nearby St. Augustine, Fla. in 1976. He remembers a group of people asked his grandfather, who was serving on Ae city council, to seek the post because he would not be "a meek minister who would stay in his place." His grandfather did not win, but it taught DeSue the valuable lesson to stand up and fight for what you believe. DeSue still has his first letter from U.S. Representative Charles Bennett (D-Fla.). Bennett has been a frequent guest of DeSue's grandfather at various political and church-related functions. When DeSue was lobbying congressmen on Capitol Hill two years ago to vote in favor of cargo preference legislation, Bennett warmly wel­ comed DeSue to his office. DeSue plans to continue upgrading and obtain his engineer­ ing license. However, he does have plans to run for political office someday. "1 want to establish my maritime career first, then we'll see what happens." Kevin DeSue's meeting with U.S. Rep. Charles Bennett (D-Fia.) was featured on the front page of the July 1990 Seafarers LOG. QMED DeSue, flanked by Recertified Stewards Hans Schmuck (left) and Richard Sanderson, listens to testimony against imposing a user fee on merchant mariners. •K v'\ �APRIL 1992 V .--..a'j 17 ^ Membaship Meeting DwpSea,Lak^ •«r"Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea FEBRUARY 16 — MARCH 15,1992 •-•x. InUhdWatm *TOTAL REGISTERED AllGroaiM C3assA ClaasB ClassC Nfonday, May 4 Monday, June 8 New York Tuesday TuesdayvJuneS Philad^hia Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, June 10 • fe®fc ' f;;- Trip ReHeb **REGISTERED ON BEACH AU Groups dassA Class B< ClassC DECK DEPARTMENT 11 •.Si;:::: - Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacl^nviiy SanFtiuiciscp Thui^y, June 11 Norfolk Hiursday, May 7 Thui^y, Junell laeksonviUe I ' f. •V . ^ Port NisWYork l%iladelphia TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups OaaA Class B Class C Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu •m ^ursday, Ju^ ll • IMd^BifayS l^id%^ JUiie12 Houston M6nday,ft4ay 11 Monday, June 15 ® NewOrieans Tuesday, May 12 Tuesday, June 16 r MobUe Wednesday, May 13 Wednesday, June 17 SanFrancis(» Thursday, May 14 Uiursday, June 18 Wilmington Monday, May 18 Monday, June 22 SeatUe Friday, May 22 1 Friday, June 26 San Juan Thursday, May 7 rf i'-a .< Thursday, Juijie 11 I ; 1' StLoiiiS Frid^, May 15 " . Friday, June 19 s'..: ^' : J^olulu FridhyiMay 15 Friday, June 19 Dulutli Wednesday, MayU3 Wednesday, June 17 Jersey City Wednesday, May 20 W-'-. Wednesday, June 24 New Bedford Tuesday, May 19 Tuesday, June 23 Algonac Totals Port New York Philadeli^iia •f Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisc^ Wihniriglbrt: Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu 14 mM -••j: ; ' '* ?*•;' J.' : Each port's meetfpff starts alt 10:30 ajn. Personals ENGINE DEPARTMENT St. Loui^fl PiiieyPc^ Algonac Totiils Port NewYbite Philaddphia BattyHife Norfolk Mobile New Orlemis J^ksonville San Ffancisccf Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals Port New YOTK^ Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile NewOrieans STEWARD DEPARTMENT 10 2 < .0 19 " 0 -.:/: i: • • 4 1 ..JiSSS 6" ' : !svsia 11 16 16 3 10 7 88 26 • 25 4 12 13 1 26 10 0 17 1 155 14 0 5 0 277 fesssa ' ;./• •;•J', I', -.r.r-i i ENTRY DEPARTMENT ALFREDO GONZALES Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Alfredo Gonzales, please contact 10 his son, Albert Allie, at 1711 Gates Ave., Ridgewood, N.Y. 11385. 53 |San Ffancisc^ FREDKISE 16 11 Seattle As you requested, reissuance of 10 6 7 Puerto Rico lost check is complete. Contact 213 47 4 Honolulu Stephanie Wendell, Transoceanic -WW 40 8 Houstoir Cable Ship Co. at (201) 326-2314. 0 2 f;-0 St. Louis FRffiNDSOF •• ••'6i'.46 0 0 JOHN J. WHITE 0 Algonac I am John J. White's son and I am 123 464 609 Totals looking for any individual who knew my father. He sailed as a chief en­ Totals AU Department 523 675 604 394 409 300 263 1,022 1,068 1,140 gineer on the John Harvey, a Liberty * 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. Ship which went down in Italy on ** "Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month, December 2,1943.1 would like John A total of 1,366 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,366jobs shipped, 394 jobs or about J. White's grandchildren to know more about him. Contact Jack White, 29 percent were taken by "A** seniority members. The rest were flUed by '*B** and C* seniority people. From 2705 Pine Creek Place, Forestville, February 16 to March 15,1992, a total of 263 trip reUef johs were shipped. Since the trip reUef pfpgram hegpn on Md. 20747, of caU (301) 735-4974. ...'C April 1,1982, a total of 16,070jobshave been shipped. . . ••• V •( . .e-• i"--" �• • 'fp' PP-- 'f}''m%' SEAFMRBISim 18 •;: 4. fl-H- I :«:v I•IS i'«•;•.• Pt Loma Steward EftecUeely Uses Lay-wp Time i:: lifii"'"'-' Irnmi &#• ;« ... V! :\x;c: y:.-.' . •> • r- .i; • • • ifeKi Chief Steward Claudia Allen finds lay-up time in San Diego a great op­ portunity to make plans for upcoming meals at^ard the USNS Point Lbma, a 492-foot Military Sealift Conunand— Pacific Fleet vessel. "I can make plans for up to a month and know what to order," the govern­ ment services division member of the SIU recently told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. Seafyrersinteimttohal Union Pirectoi^^^ ^ Aflchael Sacco , president ; : John Fay . Secretary-Treasurer ' Joseph Sacccr Executive Vice president Augustin Xellez v;-' ^ , • Vice IteMdent Wt»t Roy A, •®uclp^ Mercer .Jacfc'GaQiey • . ' Vice PTrndimt Atlantic Coast Byron Kelley Roy "Buck" Mercer (extreme left), vice president of the govemment services division, addresses (left to right) Yeoman/Storekeeper James Page, OS Jeff Crummette, AS Mas Sawamoto and Bosun Stephen Bingham. j4 DeanCone;ey yice President Gulf Coast HEADQUARTERS i 5201 Autb Way j Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301)899-0675 ,, ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 013)794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimoie, MD 21202 (410)327-4900 •''B# DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth,MN 55802 (218)722-4110 * ^ Chief Steward Claudia Allen plans future Making his way to the shipboard union Engine Utility Craig Dirks reviews classes meals for the Point Loma crew. meeting is OS Jeff Crummette. available at the Lundeberg ScfKX)!. HONOLULU 606KaUhiSt. Honolulu, HI 96819 (808)845-5222 •HOUSTON 1221 Fiercest. . ^ FEBRUARY 16 — MARCH 15,1992 H0ti^,TX 77002 . CL~Company/Lakes Lr—Lakes NP—Non Priority (713)659-5152 ' ' •TOTAL REGISTERED TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH JACKSONVILLE All Groups All Groups All Groups 3315 Liberty St Class CL Class L Class NP ClassCL ClassL ClassNP Class CL Class L Class NP Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904)353-0987 Port DECK DEPARTMENT • JlERSEY cnr • 99 Montgonwry St : Jersey City, NJ 07302 , ENGINE DEPARTMENT . . ,.(201)435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dat^ihin Island Pkwy. Mow e.AL 36605 ; , (205)478-0916 . , -tNEW BEDFORD 50 Union St New Bedford, MA 02740 (508)997-5404 NEW ORLEANS Totals All Departments 0 36 12 0 15 3 0 108 22 630 Jackson Ave, ^ Ui * 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504)529-7546 NEW YORK •PPWi 675 Fourth Ave. . ^ Brooklyn, NY 11232 ' c -c, (718)499-6600 ^ . FEBRUARY 16 — MARCH 15,1992 NORFOLK llSThiidSt •TOTAL REGISTERED TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups All Groups All Groups i*; Norfolk, VA 23510 ClassA ClassB ClassC ClassA ClassB CbasC ClassA ClassB ClassC (804)622-1892 Region DECK DEPARTMENT PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St Rliladelphia, PA 19148 015)336-3818 PINEYPOINT P.O. Box 75 r 1Point MD 20674 (301)994-0010 ^ SAN FRANCISCO toifPJ': 350fiemontSt San Francisco, CA 94105 ' (415)543-5855 Govemment Services Division (415)861-3400 0 0 0 West Coast SANTURCE 2 0 0 Totals 1057 Fernandez Juncos St Stop 16 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Region Santurce,PR 00907 (809)721-4033 ipcyy, • SEATTLE 2505 Rrst Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206)441-1960 West Coast ST. LOUIS Totals 4581 Gravois Ave. St Louis, MO 63116 (314)752-6500 Totals AU Departments 43 6 23 10 0 4 165 10 33 WILMINGTON * 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actu^y registered for shipping at the port last month. N. Broad Ave. ** "Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last monOi. i Wilmington,CA 90744 j t ^ (310)549-4000 -N is- riis • - s;: v''- ;r*> • ' -••'•i'rrv;V;., .-1 ^ Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes Dispatchefs' Report for Inland Waters '• T SH' �V. APmL1992 T he Seafarers Pension Plan announ(res the retirement of 17 members this month. Thirteen of ' those retiring sailed in the deep sea division, while two woiiced aboard tugboats in the inland division. Two sailed in the Great Lakes division. Deck department member Roald Bliksvaer, a native of Norway, began his seafaring career on foreign-flag ships before immigrat­ ing to America in 1955. Years ago, after upgrading at the Lundeberg School, he told the Seafarers LOG that U.S.-flag shipping offers sub­ stantially fairer wages and workers' rights to merchant mariners. Recertified Steward Robert Forshee sailed in the deep sea division, but he also served as an active recruiter for the training program of the SIU's affiliate, the Inland Boatmen's Union (before its merger into the Atlantic and Gulf districts). Brother Forshee lives in Granite City, 111., which is just across the Mississippi River from the SIU's St. Louis hall. Brief biographical sketches of Bliksvaer, Forshee and the other new pensioners follow. . DEEP SEA ROALD BLIKSVAER, 62, joined the SIU in 1956 in the port of Bal­ timore. Bom in Norway, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Bliksvaer has retired to Baltimorej FRANK CORVEN, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1962 in the port of New York. A native of France, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Corven served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. He resides in Prescott Valley, Ariz. 19 To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. BENJAMIN DAHLAN, 66, joined the SIU in 1967 in the port of New York. He was bom in Singapore and sailed in the deck department. Broker Dahlan upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School. He lives in New York. ROBERT FORSHEE, 67, joined the Seafarers in 1969 in the port of Houston. Bom in Granite City, 111., he completed the steward recertification course at the Lundeberg School in 1981. Brother Forshee served in the Army from 1943 to 1946 and from 1948 to 1952. He stiU caUs Granite City home. JUAN LAGUANA, 62, joined the SlU in 1969 in the port of San Francisco. He was bom in Guam and sailed most of his career as a chief cook. Brother Laguaha served in the Navy from 1948 to 1958. He has reti^ to San Jose, Calif. ARTHUR LONGUET,64, joined the Seafarers in 1945. in his native New York. He sailed in the deck department. Brother Longuet resides in Spring Creek, Nev. HARRY MEREDITH JR., 66, joined the Seafarers in 1962 in die port of New York. Bom in Waynesburg, Pa., he sailed in the engine department. Brother Meredith served in the Navy from 1943 to 1958. He lives in Houston. n JOHN R. McINTYRE,64, joined the SIU in 1955 in the port of Houston. A na­ tive of Alabama, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Mclntyre served in the Army from 1945 to 1947. He has retired to La Porte, Texas. VLADKO ROLL, 65, joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of Mobile, Ala. The native of Mt. Union, Pa. sailed in the deck department. Brother Roll served in the Army from 1951 to 1953. He continues to reside in Mt Union. GEORGE SLACK, 66, joined the SIU in 1965 in the ^rt of San Fran­ cisco. Bom in Mississippi, he sailed in the engine department. Brother Slack upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1975. He served in the Navy from 1943 to 1950. Brother Slack has retired to Jackson, Teim. VINCENT VANZENELLA, 69, joined the Seafarers in 1960 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. A New York na­ tive, he graduated from the bosun recertiflcation course at the Lundeberg School in 1981. Brother Vanzenella served in the Pan PacUic Copyri^ris Kew 'Dolphin Sale' Label Pan Pacific Fisheries—^the only tuna canning factory in the continental United States—has patented a colorful blue "dolphin safe" design on the top of the can which will assist the American consumer in supporting American tuna fisher­ men and caimers. The 600 employees of Pan Pacific Fisheries are represented by the SIU's United Industrial Workers. Additionally, Pan Pacific buys much of its fish from fishermen represented by the SIU's Fishermen's Union of America. Pan Pacific cans for thousands of private labels, generic or "store-brands" and institution­ al segments of the American market In addition to the newly designed can, a Pan Pacific can of tuna may be identified by a serial number stamped on the can that begins with the letter "M." By law, every cannery must imprint a unique serial number on the lid of each can of tuna. The U.S. tuna industry is currently working to eliminate an unfair tariff that allows foreign countries to dump caimed tuna on the American market. Seafarers can do their p^ to support Look for Pan Pacific's colorful blue "dolphin safe" label which will be American tuna fishermen and the domestic tuna imprinted on the top of every one of its cans of tuna, regardless of the store label. canning plant by buying Pan Pacific tuna. Navy firom 1942 to 1945. He lives in Pinole, CaUf. GENARO RUIZ, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1948 in the port of Bal­ timore. He was bom in l^erto Rico and sailed in the deck department Brother Ruiz served in the Army from 1952 to 1954. He resides in Bayaihon, P.R. • - PERLEY WIL­ LIS, 63, joined the SIU in 1951 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. He was bom in North Carolina and sailed as a chief cook. Brother Willis served in the Army from 1946 to 1948. He has retir^ to Houston. :tS. mm INLAND ' /' : :s&r LOWELL BROXSON,58, joined the union in 1963 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. A native of Florida, he sailed in the deck and engine departments. Boatman Bioxson served in the Navy fitom 1951 to 1954. He resides in Vidor, Texas. • ;4" • ROBERT REMMEL, 63, joined the union in 1967 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. Bom in Conneaut, Ohio, he held a tankerman endorse­ ment. Boatman Remmel served in the Marine Coips from 1948 until 1952. He lives in Hollywood, Md. GREATLAKES DONALD O. NELSON, 66, joined the union in 1958 in the port of Detroit. A native of Min­ nesota, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Nelson served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. He resides in Conneaut, Ohio. ARCHIE BELL, 62, joined the Seafarers in 1962 in his native Toledo, Ohio. Brother Bell sailed in the deck department. He still calls Toledo home. Personal • V Mi 7?. W CHARLES B. HIGGINS * 'vfSf Please contact your brother, Kevin Higgins, at 207 Moore St., Tilton, m. 61833. Correction On page 5 of the March 1992 issue of the Seafarers LOG, As­ sistant Vice President Bob Hall's birthplace was listed in­ correctly. He was bom on Long Island, N.Y. Also, Hall was appointed by the state's governor to the Washington State Maritime Council, not the Labor Council, as printed. §81 -V �\ 5£aMRlEll5I0e 20 Steel Ships and Iron Men: Part III '^lili i' • 'H--. . .-I. •':' . - , • .<•" , - tv m fe-^ ifSSS ..>v.:''.., ivs J• ' -. • • n mate. He turns to me and says, Father Sinclair "Sinclair, you're on the wheel." I Oubre is Port respond tiying to contain my surprise Chaplain in Beau­ and panic, that I was an ordinary seaman mont, Texas and and there must be a mistake. He says that an SIU member. he has talked it over with the c^tain and He sails during his eveiything is OK. time off. During his last trip—as an After a brief repast in the lounge, I ordinary seaman headed to the bridge. There was the aboard the Cape Sinclair Oubre bosun at the helm. "Who sent you?" he Chalmers—he asked. When I told him that the third jotted down his thoughts regarding the had sent me, he seemed to be satisfied, voyage and the profession of seafar­ but continued to steer for a few mo­ ing. ments. I thank God that he did. It was Last month's Seafarers LOG con­ probably the fastest helmsman course tained several excerpts from a journal ever offered, but it demonstrated how Brother Oubre kept during his days the vessel was handling at half speed, aboard the Cape Chalmers, an RRF how much to let her swing before com­ ship operated by OMI. What follows is ing midship and how much was neces­ an additional item from that journal— sary to correct any overage. Listening taking his turn at the helm. to a few commands and how the bosun responded to the pilot gave me my foundation for the night. (I later found At The Helm After six days in port, expectations out that the bosun had stayed around to began to grow that we were going to be watch and see that ever>thing was all going to sea soon. The shipyard right. In the morning he said that he was workers began to pick up their many pleased, knew that I was able to do it, hoses and welding lines. The trash and and went on his way.) debris began to clear from the decks, I did not notice much. I was a comand the stores and supplies began to jjlete he^ of flesh focused on the city arrive and be stored in place. The sail­ lights of Norfolk, my mast and its ing board was set out and we looked to a Tuesday sailing at noon. At 10:00 in the morning, I noticed that the shipyard gangway had been removed. The remaining workers were being lifted on and off the ship by a Question: If you had the oppor­ basket. The pilot came on board. Then tunity, what would you tell a the bosun took the deck crew aside and presidential candidate about assigned us to the port or bow stations. the U.S.-flag merchant marine? I was assigned to bow watch. This was a wonderful experience for me. I (Asked of SIU members in the have sailed the intercoastal canal in my union hall in Houston.) small motor boat for over 15 years. I have been from the Sabine Pass Jetties Gordon to Orange and all water in between. To Wheeler, go through the same water on the bow Cook — of the Chalmers, 50 feet above the There is a water, was a new experience and view whole lot I'd of the world. like to tell There were the men in the little them. There boats chasing the reds and flounder are so many that were migrating as the water things they cooled. There was the Cow Bayou cut do. need to that went up to Bridge City. In the First, user fees—-I don't like that distance I could see the two bridges we have to pay to get seamen's spanning the Neches River, and then papers. Sabine Towing. What a surprise for me. There at the Lawrence dock was the Guadeloupe. She had Zepeda, been the first ship that I had sailed on. They were doing a lot of deck work on Recertified her, but she seemed to be bidding me Bosun — welcome and good-bye on my new More jobs. voyage. We're losing On down we sailed. There was my a lot of jobs. apartment and St. Mary's Catholic I'd like to see Church. I waved but I don't think the legislation to staff was watching me go by. Then subsidize the Texaco Island came up. I could see that fitting of double bottoms on my cousin had two ships at the dock at tankers. Gulf Copper. We turned to port and were out of the Intercoastal Canal and Bob now in the Sabine Ship Channel. I was Caldwell, now relieved and got out of the cold for Chief supper. I hurried from the meal to Electrician watch Dick Dowling Park and the oil — I could rigs slide by. The jetties came up, and tell them so we were out at sea. much. They BANG, BANG, BANG! Time to need to get up. Argh! It's 2330 and the ordi­ recognize nary for the 8-12 watch has just that they pounded on our door. Friday night, last need us as a strong force all the evening on the ship. It's time to hit the bow and do bow watch as we pilot into time, not just when they need us. Norfolk. I am getting set for the cold. I sailed in Vietnam. As soon as First the longjohns, both the top and that war was over, they dumped bottom. Then work pants and shirt. us for 20 years. In Desert Storm, Over all this are my faithful Sears over­ we carried everything over, alls. With p-coat in hand, I prepare to brought it back and now they're exit the room when there is another dumping us again. knock heard at the door. It's the third relationship to the lights and every command that came from the pilot I began to relax when I noticed that the approach to Norfolk has both an inbound arid an outbound lane. That was reassuring. The more space be­ tween me and any other large moving or stationary object was fine. One of the great philosophical mysteries that has been revealed to me on this trip is not to think too much. Not that the work encourages a lack of in­ dividual creativity, but rather that one can think too much and then make a mistake. For example, while I was at the wheel, the pilot gave me the order: "Come 188." I responded, "188, sir." I then proceeded to come left to 180. Not a good move with a small tug coming up the port side. I had heard what the pilot said. I repeated it back to him. I thought, and then I went the wrong way. It is real important to put oneself in a nonthinking, robotic mode. That way one can respond immediately to the pilot's command, not be seduced by the demon of trying to figure out the next move and finally to react to just the command that is given. I figured that as we got closer to dock, they would all agree that the BY SINCLAIROUBRE priest had had his fiin and it was time to get someone who knew something about the wheel. One hour passed. 0130 came. No one came up the pas­ sageway. The channel was getting narrow. The captain came to the bridge, then the docking pilot, and then Jack from MarAd came up. It was looking like a party, but no one seemed to notice that their lives and licenses were in the hands of a total rookie. Tugs tie up and with them I no longer have to keep a course, just turn the mdder according to commands. Left 10, right 20, hard left, hard right, steady up. What do you mean by steady up? Pilot, aren't you through with me yet? I mumble "steady up" and try to get the stem to stop swinging. With the slow speed, she is very slow to react. I think he gave me that last order for jollies, just to see if I was paying attention, because just as I was beginning to slow the sweep, he started giving me new mdder instmctions. "Are we through yet?" I mumble to myself. For in fact we are. Except for a few hard lefts and rights, we are in the noses of the tugs and they are slowly and gently nudging us to our berth. Who needs a relief? I could do it, it was a snap. Seafarer Frank Lyle, Bosun — We need to get moving. We found out we weren't ready with the ships we had in RRF. We need to beef up the RRF and merchant fleets. We're giving it all away it seems like. Mauro De La Cerda, Recertified Bosun — We need jobs. We were the backbone of the Persian Gulf war. Don't forget us. If we can help them, why can't they help us? We put money into the economy. What good are medals if they don't give us jobs? Domingo Mireles, OMU—l need a job. I don't want these jobs going over­ seas. I want to work here in the States, no matter where. Olifidio Esquivel Jr., QMED "•—We need more ships, more jobs and more money. There just are not enough jobs right now. WiUiam Dickey, Bosun — Save it! That's good enough and says it all. Osvaldo Castagnino, Steward/Baker — We need more ships. The Sea­ farers showed very clearly that the govemment could count on us. We did the job. The companies should change their minds and build with American flags. We are responsible people. Beau James, Retired StewardThey have to learn that any time they have a conflict, they cannot de­ pend on foreign shipping. With­ out a strong merchant marine, any future fighting we'd have to do would be on our shores. Red King, Recertified Bosun — We need more sup­ port because I think we were sold out. The merchant marine needs to be strong like when I first went to sea in 1955. -i:-fvv; �APRIL1992 vLi."' aspoulble. On oc&»k>n,immm of limHatiOM, somo will be omitted. upon receipt of the ships minutee. The minutes ere then forwarded totheSee^rml^for pubtbsaBon. " ^' SEALIFT 4f7C77C (International Marine Carriers), November 20 — Chair­ man Victor Mikkelsen, Educational Director Hal Puckett, Deck Delegate Jerry Woods. Chairman reported crew wrote letter to captain about TV and VCR for crew lounge, as ship has had neither for one month. He reported dif­ ficulties in getting reliefs. He thanked crew for outstanding job on tank clean­ ing and other duties. Secretary reported steward department running short of stores due to company not supplying enough for foreign runs and due to providing extra meals to shoreside workers.^Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No b^fs or disputed OT reported by department delegates. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers and sisters. LIBERTY S(/Af (Liberty Maritime), December 29 — Chairman P. Green­ wood, Secretary Dana Cunningham, Educational Director J. Smart, Engine Delegate Jerome Butler. Educational director noted importance of reading Seafarers LOG and upgrading at Lun­ deberg School. No bwfs or disputed OT report^. Chairman asked all crewmembers signing off to clean rooms and turn in keys. He noted all OT due shall be paid at payoff. Crew noted certain of­ ficers are cleaning own rooms and per­ forming sanitary. Crew extended vote of thanks to steward department. NEDLLOYD HOLLAND (Sca-Lsmd Service), December 8 — Chairman Fred Goethe, Secretary A. Robinson, Educa­ tional Director Don Bush. Chairman noted implementation of random drug testing. He extended vote of thanks from crew to steward department for excellent holiday meal. He urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and give to SPAD for job security. Secretary urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. He asked port steward to circu­ late memo about food planning aboard these ships. Education^ director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Steward delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT report^ by deck or engine delegates. •.••HAy- SEA-LAND QUALITY (Sea-hand Ser­ vice), December 15 — Chairman Michael Marquette, Secretary R.G. Connolly, Educational Director Ken­ neth Linah, Deck Delegate Charles Collins. Educational director urged mem­ bers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Time to Eat i' ' .- Deck delegate reported beefs. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Chairman discussed dangers of alcohol use and drug use. He reminded crew to put plastic in ap­ propriately labeled containers on third level. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. Chief Steward G. Shwarz and Chief Cook R. Cosme are ready to serve another meal aboard the Sea-Land Expedition. OVERSEAS KALD£?(Maritime Over­ seas), January 20 — Chairman J.E. Rountree, Secretary A. Hassan, Educa­ tional Director M. Mickens. Educational director noted changes in Lundeberg School schedule and advised members to Deck Delegate Juan Ayala, Engine Delegate M. Hall, Steward Delegate E. Sempritt No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew extended vote of thanks to steward department. CAPE COD (OMI Corp.), February 2 — Chairman Ervin Bronstein, Secretary Stephen Bates, Educational Director Paul Gilhe^ Deck Delegate Roland Nohle, Engine Delegate John Cassidy, Steward Delegate Gerald Hyman. Chairman ask^ crew to have rooms ready for layup. He stressed im­ portance of donating to SPAD and MDL. He encouraged members to upgrade at Lundet»rg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew voiced support and thanks to Red Campbell, • • 7'. y*. .3. Ahh... Go Fly a Kite SEALIFT4HCr/C (International Marine Carriers), December 12 — Chair­ man Victor Mikkelsen, Secretary An­ tonio Haii, Educational Director Hal Puckett, Engine Delegate B. Maxwell. Chairman reported launch service not provided. He thanked crew for outstand­ ing job on tank cleaning. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew appreciates brother­ hood shown on board vessel. USTS PACIFIC aOM), December 29 — Secretary P. Cnun, i^ucational Director T. Flynn, Engine Delegate J.R. Paminiamo. Secretary and educational director stressed importance of upgrad­ ing at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted Chief Cook John Collins passed away Christmas day aboani vessel and will be missed. OALVESTONBAY(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 26 — Chairman David Manson, Secretary R. Hicks, Education­ al Director Peter Kanavos. Qiairman announced impending Coast Guard in­ spection. He reported payoff scheduled for after fire and boat drill. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward depart­ ment thanked deck department for keep­ ing mess hall and crew lounge clean. Crew extended vote of thanks to galley gang. GOLDEN MONARCH (Apex Marine), January 26 — Chairman D. Martz, Secret^ Juan Gonzalez, Educational Director M. Ruhl. Chairman reported beef. Educational director urged mem­ bers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported by depart­ ment delegates. Crew thanked stewa^ department for job well done. ITB MOBILE(Sheridan Transporta­ tion), January 26 — Chairman Fred Jen­ sen, Secretary Pedro Sellan, Educational Director M. Roherson, Deck Delegate S. Drafts, Engine Delegate Paul Davenport, Steward Delegate Oliver Keen. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. 1STLT. JACKLUMMUS(AMSEA), January 26 — Chairman S. Solomon, Secretary L. Oram, Educational Direc­ tor R. Tannis, Deck Delegate Mark Treesh, Steward Delegate Richard Holt Educational director urged mem­ bers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $592 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department for clarifica­ tion on procedures of random drug test­ ing program. OMICHAMPION(OMI Corp.), M:': . . Marvin Zimhro, Secretary Darrei Touchstone, Educational Director Ed­ ward Self. Chairman reported beef. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Engine delegate reported beefs. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by steward delegate. Crew asked contracts department for clarification on DEU doing sanitary for deck department. Crew thanked galley gang for excellent job. Next port: Hous­ ton. January 23 — Chairman George Brad­ ley, Secretary Alphonso Davis, Deck Delegate Reuben Fife. Chairman an­ nounced payoff. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew noted vessel needs to be sprayed for roaches. OVERSEAS NEW YORK(Maritime Overseas), January 19 — Chairman •; "No problem" says Steward/Baker Scott Upsahl on the deck of the President Madison. This photo was taken while the ship was at anchor off Taiwan. check Seafarers LOG for details. Deck delegate reported beef. No beefs ^r dis­ puted OT reported by engine or steward delegates. TV anterma needs repair. Chairman asked crew separate plastics. OVERSEAS VALDEZ(Maritime Over­ seas), January 28 — Chairman J.E. Rountree, EducationalDirector M. Mickens. Chairman discussed SlU sup­ port of MEBA's desire to dissolve merger with NMU. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew dissatisfied with steward/baker's work. SEA-LAND PACIFIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 12 — Chairman O. Wiley, Secretary D. Spangler, Deck Delegate M. Revak. Chairman urged members to register and vote in national and local elections. He noted importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted ongoing problem with transporta­ tion between ship and front gate. Crew reported unsatisfactory treatment of OMU by captain, after OMU was in­ jured. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND QUALITY(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), January 19 — Chairman Michael Marquette, Secretary R.G. Coimoiiy, Educational Director Kenneth Linah. Educational director urged members to take advantage of upgrading oppor­ tunities at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate reported beef. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Next port: Charleston, S.C. USNS WYMANCMar Ship Operators), January 23 — Chairman Steve Herring, Secret^ Michael Pooler, Educational Director Ed Evans, Steward Delegate Joseph Gallo, Jr. Chairman com­ mended deck department for good job keeping ship clean. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Steward delegate reported beefs. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Crew reported insufficient quantity of stores. AMERICAN HERITAGE(Apex Marine), February 8 — Chairman Oyde Smith, Jr., Secretary Jose Chacon, former SlU vice president-contracts, for terrific job. Crew thanked Michael and Joseph Sacco for excellent leadership of union. Crew thanked galley gang for great food and excellent work. Chairman thanked entire crew and noted this is one of best ships he has sailed on. Next port: Surmy Point, N.C. - * • '''.i CAPE EDMONTQOM), February 19 — Chairman Mark Holman, Secretary Henry Manning, Educational Director Paul Hariey, Deck Delegate Scott Kreger, Engine Delegate Jamie Her­ nandez, Steward Delegate Ralph Fann. Educational director lu-ged members to upgrade at Piney Point. He noted impor­ tance of donating to MDL. Deck delegate reported beefs. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew ask^ contracts depart­ ment to seek increase in dental and opti­ cal benefits. Crew extended vote of thanks to steward department. J CAPE FAREWELL (International Marine Carriers), February 9 — Chair­ man James Deano, Secretary Mohamed Abdelfattah, Steward Delegate Ruti deMont. Educational director urged mem­ bers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. COVE LIBERTY(Cove Shipping), February 17 — Chairman W.E. Reeves, Secretary F. Mitchell, Deck Delegate H. Butts, Engine Delegate Bobbie Clark, Steward Delegate George Vorise. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crewmember asked that doors be returned on deck and engine showers and bathroom, due to presence of female crewmember. Crew discussed sanitation of rec rooms, asked memb^ to cooperate in keeping ship clean. Crew thanked galley gang. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers. GOLDEN MONARCH (Apex Marine), February 19 — Chairman David Martz, Secreta^ J. Gonzalez, Educational Director J.Trent, Steward Delegate Pedro Perez. Chairman advised crew to approach him with any problems they may have. Education^ director enCondnued on page 22 ' I'' ^ m W i- •> �Ml SEVARBISUe 22 Sl^psDigtsst' Continuedfiom pt^e 21 couraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for job well done. GREAT LAND (TOTE), February 4 — Chairman V. Dowd, Secretary Jack Utz, Educational Director S. Senteney. No beefs or disputed OT reported. GROTON (Sheridan Transportation), February 2 — Chairman Jessie Thomas, Secretary M. Deloatch, Educational Director J. Cameil. Chairman an­ nounced payoff scheduled for Stapleton, N.Y. No beefs or disputed OT reported. :: B; Mm fv •• ' ••..!i^--r • /;, ;;:^ '?.•. • •. va- FRANCES HAMMER (Ocean Shipholding), February 3 — Chairman R. Wilson, Secretary Hazel Johnson, Educational Director James Rohhins, Deck Delegate William Galloway, En­ gine Delegate M. Gaher, Steward Delegate Toyo Gonzales. Educational director advised members to upgrade at Lundeberg School as soori as possible. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chair­ man read clarification regarding day workers' penalty time. Crewmembers ex­ pressed concern about company not paying travel time, which in some cases has been three days. Crew voted to sign petition against possible worker tax on merchant mariners. JULIUS HAMMER (Ocean Shiphold­ ing), February 11 — Chairman B. Gor­ don, SecretaiY Frank Costango. Chairman thanked crew for cooperation in sorting trash and keeping fantail in order while anchored off Gibraltor. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew ex­ tended vote of thanks to steward depart­ ment. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers. GPL. LOUIS J. HAUGE, JR. (Maersk Lines), February 7'—Chairman James Duer, Secretary R. Mensching, Educa­ tional Director David Powers, Deck Delegate David Knuth, Steward Delegate John Hnyett. Educational director reminded members of upgrading opportunities available at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. NEDLLOYD HUDSON(Sea-Lsmd Ser­ vice), February 2 — Chairman C. James, Secretary R.G. Griswald, Educa­ tional Director C. Tsipliareles, Deck Delegate P. Orischak, Engine Delegate T. McArdle, Steward Delegate T. Mc­ Neills. Chairman noted all running smoothly and thanked crew for coopera­ tion. He thanked galley gang. Education­ al director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thank^ deck gang for keeping 03 deck spotless. Next port: Charleston, S.C. -^. Practicing a Maritime Art LNG GEM/itf/(ETC), February 9 — Chairman B. Schwarz, Secretary K. Hopkins, Educational Director Curtis Jackson, Deck Delegate George F. Hol­ land, Engine Delegate Thomas E. Har­ ris, Steward Delegate Ronald E. Aubuchon- Educational director urged members to take advantage of courses of­ fered at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of ' departed brothers. Next port: Amn, In­ donesia. Bosun Cesar A. Gutierrez practices the fine art of wire rope splicing aboard the Ultrasea. reported. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. SEA-LAND ACH/EVEff (Sea-Land Service), February 16 — Chairman James E. Davis, Secretary Lawrence WInfield No beefs or disputed OT reported. Grew discussed random drug testing program. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department for clean conditions and good meals. SEA-LAND CONSUMER (Sea-Land Service), February 9 — Chairman Wil­ liam Mortier, Secretary M. Kohs. Chair­ man displayed benefits forms. Educationd director distributed upgrad­ ing forms. No beefs or disputed OT Educational Director E. FredericksKm, Deck Delegate Clyde Luse, Engine Delegate Juan Garda, Steward Delegate Dennis Skretta. Chairman noted microwave oven needs repair or re­ placement He announced payoff and sanitary inspection. Secret^ noted upgrading and benefits forms available. Educational director asked all shipmates to report any electrical problems Aey notice. No beefs or cUsputed OT reported. Chairman thanked all hands for smooth trip. Crew thanked steward department for fine meals. Next port Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND SPIRIT(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), February 2 — Chairman J. Schoenstein, Secretary S. Apo^ca, Educational Director Charles Henley, En Route to Gdansk RICHARD G. MATTHIESEN(Ocean Shipholding), February 18 — Chairman James Martin, Secretary James Swart, Deck Delegate Dana Naze, Engine Delegate Robert Gaglieti, Steward Delegate Plurinsus Ordansa. Education­ al director noted QMED upgrading poster had been posted. He reminded all hands that they must be registered at hall before requesting upgrade. No beefs or disputed OT report^. Steward to order waste baskets for plastic only. Exercise equipment for rec room will be priced and voted on. New typewriter needed, will be purchased at next port Chairman remind^ everyone to be more con­ siderate of day sleepers. Crew extended hearty thanks to galley gang for great food. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers. NUEVO SAN (Puerto Rico Marine), February 24 — Chairman D. Murray, Secretary R. Fagm, Education­ al Director J. Rolwrts. Chairman noted ship received message regarding SIU's loan to MEBA. Educational director pointed out information posted about QMED'prograin. No ti^fs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to do away with permanent jobs and return to rotary shipping/six months on. Crew thanked stewa^ depart­ ment. OMI STAR (OMI Corp.), February 23 — Chairman Robert E. Allen, Secretary Ezekiel M. Hagger. Chairman an­ nounced payoff scheduled for Houston. Educational director noted educational film available. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for best food. Next port: Lake Charles, La. OVERSEAS ALICE(Maritime Over­ seas), February 13 — Chairman Steve Copeland, Secretary J.F. Miller, Educa­ tional Director L. Phillips, Deck Delegate Ricky Wiemer, Engine Delegate J. Martinez, Steward Delegate G. Shinholster. Chairman atmounced payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department OVERSEAS Ofl/O (Maritime Over­ seas), February 8 — Chairman Michael San Angelo, Secretary Earl Gray, Educational Director Byron ElBot, En­ gine Delegate Eric Hyson, Steward Delegate A. Langlois. Chairman reminded members to work safely. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or en­ gine delegates. Crew thanked steward department for excellent job. Next port: Houston. •«7' n HUMACAO (Puerto Rico Marine), February 11 — Chairman L. Rodrigaes, Secreta^ Cassle B. Carter Jr., Educa­ tional Director W. Tamer, Deck Delegate B. Fountain, Engine Delegate J. Parrish, Steward Delegate M. Rubles. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Tile in various rooms needs repair. Next port: Elizabeth, NJ. RALEIGH BAY(Sea-Land Service). February 16 — Chairman Howard Knox, Secretary J. Speller, Educational Director D. Greiner, Deck Delegate J.C. Blavat, Engine Delegate Joseph Sadler, Steward Delegate Clarence Wfliey. Chairman urged members to donate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT Deck gang members aboard the Ultrasea pose with Old Glory while en route to Gdansk, Poland. They are (from left, kneeling) ASJack Shouest, DEU Abraham Carbajal, (from left, standing) Bosun Cesar Gutienoz, Deck Maintenance Terry Hilton, Deck Maintenance James Brinks, Deck Maintenance Robert VanBrunt and AB Screano Hilton. reported. Crew noted company does ncit provide bus service. Crew thanked gal­ ley gang. Next port Oakland, Calif> SEA-LAND ENDURANCE(Sea-Land Service), February 9 — Chairman Lance ZoUner, Secretary John Samuels. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Rep^ being made on grate catwalk and lad­ ders. Next port Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND EXPEDITION(Sea-Land Service), February 9 — Chairman Raul Flores, Deck Delegate E. Perez, Engine Delegate Jose Ortiz, Steward Delegate R. Cosme. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND MARINER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), February 15 — Chairman Ray Ramirez, Secretary S. Call, Deck Delegate Richard Bynum, Engine Delegate Gene Speckman. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND NAVIGATOR(Sest-Land Service), February 2 — Chairman Lothar G. Reck, Secretary R. Peralta, Educational Director D. Baker, Deck Delegate Richard Smith, Engine Delegate John E. Coleman, Steward Delegate V. HolEhnan. Chairman urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School, donate to SPAD, read Se^arers LOG. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward dq>artment for ex­ cellent food. SEA-LAND PERFORMANCE (SeaLand Service), February 9 — Chahman R.R. Newly, Secretary L. Ewing, Educa­ tional Director D. Johnson. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT report^. Crew thanked galley gang for good job. SEA-LAND RELIANCE(Sea-Land Service), February 9 — Chairman R. McGomigle, Secretary L. Ug^tfoot, Steward Delegate Jaqier Jackson. Chairman thanked galley gang. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Thermostat con­ trol system needs repair. Next port* Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND TACOMA (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), February 15 — Chairman T. Mur­ phy, Secretary D. Boone, Educational Director George Ackley, Deck Delegate D. McFarland, Engine Delegate D. Rhodes, Steward Delegate J. Anderson. Chairman announced payoff. Education­ al director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT report. Crew discussed importance of separating plastics from other trash. SEAUFT INDIAN OCEAN(Jntemational Marine Carriers), February 6 — Chairman John L. Sullivan. Ship still has ventilation problems. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. THOMPSON PASS aOM), February 16 — Chairman J.L. Carter, Secretary GJF. Hiomas, Educational Director JJ". Walker. Engine delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew thanked steward dep^^ent for healthy meals. STAR OF TEXAS (Seahawk ) rnent), February 22 — Chairmati^O^ liam Baker, Secretary James M Educational Director W. Jones, L _ Delegate Roy Windham, Steward Delegate H. Batiz. Chairman atmounced payoff. He urged membos to upgrade at Lundebog School. Educational director stressed s^ety. Deck and engine delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward delegate. Crew noted problems with mail service. Ship needs addiHnnal washing machine. Crew asked contracts department for clarification on transpor­ tation for replacements. Crew thanked galley gang. Next port Port Arthur, • Texas. . -- . •' V- *•••• mm �• . "• -'. •IBKUl in iiiiMU'lilHi i^MlH f". > .''-'-i, ••^.^•rt^.'3Vi'icui.>,:^.j-,v., -.-.- vZ'Ss^P$pWm» DEEP SEA •r -^: EDGAR ANDERSON Pensioner Edgar Anderson, 64, passed away February 9. Bom in East Providence, R.I., he joined the SIU in 1954 in the port of New York. Brotiber Andmon com­ pleted the bosun leceitification course at the Lundeberg School in 1974. He retired in July 1989. BENJAMIN BARRETT Pensioner Benjamin Barrett, 66, died December 14 due to heart failure. A native of Texas, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1943, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Barrett began receiving his pension in September 1973. J.C. BLEDSOE Pensioner J.C. Bledsoe, 70, passed away December 19 due to pneumonia. He was bom in Oldahoma and in 1952joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Bledsoe retired in Sep­ tember 1970. BAILEY BROWN Pensioner Bailey Brown, 63, died Febmary 16. The native of Ryan, Okla., joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in the port of San Francisco in 1963, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Brown began collecting his pension in August 1990. LEE COLLIE '• Pensioner LeeColUe,66, passed away Febmary 23. Bom in Rosedale, La., he joined the Marine , Cooks and Stewards in the port of San Francisco in 1967, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Collie retired in May 1990. •* JOHN COLLINS before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Dawal began receiving his pension in March 1975. DAVID COPP David Copp, 34, pass^ away Febmary 13. A na­ tive of Buffalo, N.Y,he graduated fiom the Lundeberg School in 1978. Brother Copp sailed in the deck department. PASTOR DELGADO Pensioner Pastor Delgado, 83, away January 18. Bom in Puerto Rico, he joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of New York. Brotho- Delgado sailed in the engine department. He retired in December 1973. HUGOFUENTES Pensioner Hugo Fuentes, 81, died December 1. He was bom in the Philippine Islands and in 1958 joined the SIU in the port of New York. Brother Fuentes sailed in the galley gang. He began receiving his pension in November 1982. ALEXANDER GEGA Pensioner Alexaiider Gega, 69, passed away February 6. A na­ tive of Honolulu, he joined the Seafarers in 1971 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. Brother Gega sailed in the engine department. He served in the Army from 1942 until 1946. Brother Gega retired in February 1986. GONZALO GOMEZ Pensioner Gonzalo Gomez, 59, died January 10. Bom in Puer­ to Rico, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in the port of San Francisco in 1968, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Gomez upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1983. He served in the Army fixim 1948 to 1953. Brother Gomez began receiv­ ing his pension in March 1985. John Coli f lins,44. i i died B «4 Decem­ ber 25. f t He joined the SIU in 1971 in his native Mobile, Ala. BrotherCol­ lins sailed in the engine and steward departments. In 1986 he upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Brother Collins was an active member at the time of his death. DELFIN GUEVARA Pensioner Delfin Guevara, 71, passed away January 11 due to a heart attack. He was bom in the Philippine Islands and in 1966 joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Guevara retired in September 1982. CASIMIRODAWAL Pensioner Casimiro Dawal, 75, died January 4 due to a heart at­ tack. He was bom in the Philip­ pine Islands and in 1954join^ the MarineCooks and Stewards, STEPHEN HALULA Pensioner Stephen Halula, 88, passed away January 18. Bom in Kansas, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1944, before that union merged w it with the AGLIWD. Brother Halula retired in June 1967. VAINO HAKKARAINEN Pensioner Vaino Hakkarainen, 73, died January 16. A na­ tive of Finland, he joined the SIU in 1968 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Hakkarainen sailed in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in November 1983. ROGER HARKLEROAD Roger Harkleroad, 58, died February 21. He was bom in Detroit and in 1966 joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco. Brother Harkleroad sailed in the engine department. He served in the Air Force from 1952 to 1956. OLIVER HESS Pensioner Oliver Hess, 69, passed away Febmary 8. The Texas na­ tive joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New York. Brother Hess sailed in the engine department. He served in the Army from 1940 to 1945. Brother Hess retired in January 1985. KERSTIN JOHNSON Pensioner Kerstin Johnson, 78, died December 5 as a result of lung cancer. Bom in Sweden, she joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1956, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Sister Johnson usually sailed with Matson Navigation. She retited in July 1977. DAVID MANSON David Manson, 53, passed away Febmary 8. He was bom in Maine and in 1971 joined the Seafarers in the port of New York. Brother Manson com­ pleted the bosun recertiflcation course at the Lundeberg School in 1983. He served in the Army from 1963 to 1965. Brodier Manson was an active memb» at the time of his death. EDDYMARKLE Pensioner Eddy Markle, 73, died December 30 due to a heart attack. The native of Hawaii joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1945, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Markle retired in January 1974. BOBBY MOORE Bobby Moore, 62, died April 17, 1991. He was bom in Can­ ton, Texas and in 1981 joined the Seafarers in the port of San Francisco. Brother Moore sailed in the deck department. He rerved in the Army fioim 1946 to 1972. HENRY J. PETERSON Pensioner Heruy J. Peterson, 56, passed away January 21. He joined the SIU in 1960 in his native New York. Brother Peterson sailed in the deck department He upgraded at the Limdeberg School in 1984. He served in the Army from 1957 to 1959. Brother Peterson retired in January 1991. RUDELRAMAGE HAROLD LOLL Pensioner Rudel Ramage, 72, died Febmary 27. The Detroit native joined the SIU in 1967 in the port of Wil­ mington, Calif. Brother Ramage sailed in the deck department He upgraded at the Limdeberg School in 1975. He served in the Navy from 1937 until 1967. Brother Ramage retired in December 1984. Pensioner Harold Loll, 63, died January 8. A na­ tive of Permsylvania,he joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of New Yoiic. Brother Loll sailed in the deck department In 1960 he received a safety award for his part in keeping the SS Maiden Creek accident free. Brother Loll retired in February 1990. BOB SCARBOROUGH Pensioner Bob Scar­ borough, 71. passed away Decem­ ber 4. A native of Cametun, Texas, he joined the SIU in 1966 in the port of Houston. Brother Scarborough graduated from the steward receitification course at the Lundeberg School in 1980. He BOB LEE Pensioner Bob Lee, 67, passed away November 23. He was bom in China and in 1959 joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in the port of San Francisco, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Lee began receiving his pension in June 1989. served in the Coast Guard from 1942 to 1945. Brother Scar­ borough retired shortly before his death. RALPH RUFF Pensioner Ralph Ruflf, 76, passed away Febmary 3. He was bom in Ohio and in 1938 joined die SIU as a charter member in the port of Bal­ timore. Brother Ruff sailed as a bosun. He began receiving his pension in July 1973. JOSEPH C. SMITH Pensioner Joseph C. Smith, 72, died Febmary 19. Bom in Philadelphia, he joined the Seafarers in 1949 in the port of New York. Brother Smith sailed in the steward depart­ ment. He served in the Army fium 1941 to 1947. Brodier Smith began receiving his pen­ sion in July 1985. ALBERT SPANRAFT Pensioner Albert Spanraft, 64, passed away January 22. The Chicago native joined the SIU in 1955 in the port of Philadelphia. Brother Spanraft sail^ in the engine depkrtment. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1975. He served in the Marine Corps from 1943 to 1946. Brother Spanraft retired in July 1991. GEORGE STROPICH Pensioner George Stropich, 63, died Febmary 17. He was bom in Michigan and in 1947joined the Seafarers in the port of Bos­ ton. Brother Stropich sailed in the engine department. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1975. He served in the Army from 1946 to 1947. Brother Stropich began receiv­ ing his pension in Febmary 1991. PAIGE TOOMEY Pensioner Paige Toomey, 86, passed away Febmary 4. A na­ tive of Massachusetts, he joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Toomey sailed in the deck department. He retired in August 1980. EARL C. TYLER Pensioner EarlC. Tyler, 66, died January 30. The native of Alabama joined the Seafarers in 1969 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. Brother Tyler sailed in the engine department. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1974. He served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Brother Tyler began receiving his pension in January 1990. Continued on page 24 p.* -, »• -ffl �-,rrr~r- •vf kv -;. _ T; Fii^ Bepar^e A..; • , Brother Anderson Laid to Rest -.-» WALLACE WRIGHT Wallace Wright, 53. • r:i- mmim atyay Janaaty 29. Bom in Marks, Miss., he joined the SIU in 1962 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Wright sailed in ti^e deck dqiartment. He served in the Air Force fnim 1957 utitil 1961. Brother Wright was an active member at the time of his death. /F'-: : ffe'V'1"'^;v.- Bi.^ EDWARD ZUBATSKY Pensioner Edward Zubatsky, 80, died January 22. He was bom MACK HOPKINS, JR. Mack Hopkins, Jr., 47, died January 18. Bom in Mas­ sachusetts, he joined the union in 1972 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Boatman Hopkins most recently sailed as a captain. ALMY O'NEAL Pensioner Almy O'Neal, 69, passed away January 15. A na­ tive of NorA Carolina, he joined the union in 1960 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Boatman O'Neal sailed in the deck department. He served in the Coast Guard from 1941 to 1945. Boatman O'Neal retired in Febmaty 1983. Ardiur Hoidonsm, a Ipading proponent of the 1977 merger.between the SIU and the Marine Cooks and Stewards, passed away January 7 after a long bout with cancer. He was 61. Brother Hendeison was an Army veteran and served in the Korean conflict. After his dis­ charge from the service in the 1960s, he enrolled in the Marine Cooks and Stewards training school in Santa Rosa, Calif. Upon graduation, he sailed with American President Lines as a pantryman aboard the passenger ship President Roosevelt. He also sailed on the Monterey and Mariposa as cook and baker. Brother Henderson came ashore in 1975 to work as a building maintenance man at the Marine Cooks and Stewards head­ quarters building in San Francis­ co. He was building manager what he died. He was extremely active in union matters, including the aforementioned merger. Brother Henderson's ashes were scattered at sea from the S.S. Lurline en route to Honolulu. "I knew him since he joined the union," said San Francisco port employee Kwong ('TomTom") Hom. "He was a good union democrat. He knew that was his livelihood. He always said that without a union, we wouldn't be here. ... He was always helpful, always went out of his way to help others." Final Farewell Bid to Brother Robinson ;<V in Ken­ tucky. He also was a volunteer fireman for four years. Seafarers aboard the Missis­ sippi Queen recently bid a poig­ nant farewell to fellow SIU member William Robinson, who passed away February 21. Brother Robinson, 55, was a watchman for nine years aboard the SlU-contracted steamship. A native of St. Louis, Robinson shipped out of the port of New Orleans. New Orleans port employee Steve Judd, who Imew Robinson well, described him as "well-liked and re- spected by everyone." Brother Robinson formerly worked 14 years as a police officer Brother Robinson, who died two weeks before his birthday, is survived by his wife, Gwendolyn. As a final tribute to his co­ worker and friend, Mississippi Queen bandleader Brian O'Neill penned the foUowing poem: Sky Watch Upon the steamer Mississippi Queen Once walked a man who watched, and saw, and knew Of things both fair andfoul among the crew. All hours of the night, he could be seen Making his rounds as watchman, and as Lord. He marked his every circuit on the clock While watching o'er the boat, and us, his flock. We all slept sound when Wiliam was aboard. The biggest boys held this small man in awe. Sleep now, William, take your rest. You've earned your place on high with all the best. We'II miss your soft voice laying down the law. On Earth has rung your last departure beU And now you're on the sky watch. All is well 1, IS.-1 INLAND BroUwr Henderson Succumbs to Cancer ^C" ' ". <>> Manitbwac, Wis., and in 1961 joined the Seafarers in the port of NewJ^leans; Brother Zubatsky sailed in the stewed department. He began receiv­ ing his pension in January ' 1977. Continuedfirom page 23 r^ -m-' V • Bst • Edgar C.R. Anderson Jr., known as 'Tiney,' was laid to rest at Seafarer's Haven In Valley Lee, Md. on February 13, just short of his 65th birthday. Uney" was an SIU member for 45 years. He first sailed as a deckhand out of Tampa, Fla. and in 1954 sailed out of New York as a recertified bosun. Members of his family came down from New England for the burial. Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a ^tailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every year, which is to be sub­ mitted to the membership by the SecretaryTreasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this cormnittee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate fitidings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of thesefiinds shall equ^ly consist of Union and managernent repre­ sentatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements^f trust funds.are m^ only upon approval by a^majority of the trustees. All trust fiind financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in thecontracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is; Angustin Tdlez Chairman Sealhrers Appeals Board 5201 AnthWay Camp Springs, MD 20746 Fiill copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union OT to the Seafarers .^qieals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. Hiese contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat Mendrets should know their contract rights, as weU as thdr obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the iHrq)er maimo-. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or otho- Unkm official fails to protect their contractual rights properiy, thty should contact die neatest SIU pmt agoit EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refiained from publishing any article serving the political pur­ poses of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It dso has refiained from publishing ar­ ticles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaf­ firmed by membershipaction at the Sqrtember 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The respon­ sibility for Seafarers LOG ^licy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt In the event anyone attempts to. require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should inunediately be reported to Union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should inunediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with jthe employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, ct^r, sex, national or geographic origin. If any memberf(rels that he is denied the equal rights to wMch heis entitled, he should notify Union head­ quarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American merchant marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job dis­ crimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such con(luct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the con­ tribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should sup­ port SPAD to protect and further his economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been virdated, or that he has been denied his constitntionai right of access to Union records orinformation, he should inunedi­ ately notity SIU President bfiduel Sacco at head­ quarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Anth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. -'A ' •.;4 »S-J! ^ •mmWy �• ,., - ;- "t- •;. -. - .• '<•; • APmLisaz Piney Point Is a Seafarer Family Vcu:ation Site Sru members usually associate rigged ship that brought the first Piney Point with upgrading—an settlers from England to the important benefit to help Seafarers Maryland shores. Now berthed in increase their job skills. But St Mary's City, some 15 minutes another benefit to Seafarers and away by car from Piney Point it is their families is the use of Piney open for touring. Point over the summer months as a A vacation stay at the Lun­ vacation spot. deberg School is limited to two Ideally situated on the banks of wedcs pCT family. The cost for each the St. George's Creek, all the in­ member is $40.40 per day. An addi­ gredients for a fiin-filled vacation tional $9.45 per day is charged for are found at the Paul Hall Center each spouse and child. (CMdren for Maritime Training and Educa­ under the age of 12 can stay for free.) tion, the complex embodying the These prices include all meals. Harry Lundeberg School of To sign up for a week or two of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. vacation time at the Piney Point The facility has a large swim­ facility, complete the application ming pool, tennis courts and health form and mail it to the Seafarers spa for those who want to stay in Training & Recreation Center, shape. A stroll along the waterfront Post Office Box 75, Piney Point, brings the Piney Point visitor to the Md. 20674; orcaU (301) 994-0010 refurbished sailboat Manitou, and make reservations now. A wonderfuloollection of modelships in the museum is a treat for children and adults alike. which was used by John F. Ken­ nedy while he was president. A guest may also take out a smaller boat and cast a line from the side for a lazy day of fishing. Kids will especially enjoy using their hands to create a masterpiece in the arts and crafts center or look­ ing at the model ships displayed in the maritime museum. All meals are included in the vacation package. Sight-Seeing Piney Point is located in St. Mary's County—not far from all the sights of Washington, D.C., Arlington, Va. and Baltimore and Aimapolis, Md. And just outside the school are plenty of other sites to keep an entire family enter­ The gym equipment, whichin this photo is tained—seafood festivals, art exbeing used by trainees, is avaiiable to hibitions, antique and craft shows. Seafarer Bob Sullivan and his femily enjoyed their visit to Piney Point last year, vacationing families. concerts and theater productions— as well as 400 miles of shoreline, acres of unspoiled parkland and many historic landmarks. One such property is the Maryland Dove, a replica of the square- - ,• 11,'--'"' " . -J M The pool at Piney Point can be used by serious lap swimmers or by those interested in a more relaxed approach. SEAFARERS TRAINING & RECREATION CENTER Reservation Information I Name: 1 , Social security number: I Address: Book number: Telephone number:. j Number In party / ages of children. If applicable: ____ ! Date of arival: 1st choice: ^ 2nd choice: Stay Is limited to two weeks. Date of departure:. Prosideht Kennedy's refurtjlsf^ yach^ j" the Mantew, returns to the manna aflera day of sailing. 3rd choice: completed application to the Seafarers Training & Recreation Center, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, Md 20674. 4/92 �SBWARBtSLOa tt" O fv'; :fc, A.; i n!' ^SEAFARERS HARRY LUNOEBERG SCHOOL LIFEBOAT CLASS , ,s- ~ ^V::Wh¥M: 492 •-.SI ^SEAFARERS HARRY LUNDEBERG SCHOOL LIFEBOAT CLASS 493 —" • Trainee Lifeboat Class 492—Graduating from trainee iifetwat class492 are Trainee Lifeboat Oass 493—Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat (from left, kneeling) Tfiomas Johnson, Brien Harris, Bryant Cromwell, Chad class 493 are (from left, kneeling) David Homisak, Derrick Herbert, Gary Heller, Jack Rodriguez, Scott Costello, Howard Bryant III, (second row) Douglas Salsman, Kevin Franko, William SzkJo Jr., Anthony Milam, (second row) Steve Westfall, Chris Starr, Young, Shannon Teem, Steven Cookson, Steve Falkenstein, Rotiert Phelps, Warren John Thompson, Terry Smith, Walter Mixon II, Rick Barron, Serina Aguilar, Timothy Sewell, Pat Scott, Joshua Gustafson, Theodore Hagan, Lavon Jones, James Naus- Jackson, Stephen Barry (instoictor), (third row) Anthony Lieto, Dominic Jacobelli, baum and Jim Moore (instructor). Yohan Callen, Dean Evans, Steven Kafka, David Lewis and Michael Hall. via II lii-' T ^ 1« .. . . UpMaaersLlteboat—Completing the upgraders lifeboat class on January 27 are (from left) Carlos Murray, David Memfield and Warren Smith. With them is their insmjctofy Stophon Bairy. Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operations—Upgrading menibers of the engine department completing the refrigeration systems course are (from left, front row) John Carr (instructor), John H. Smith, George Barrett. Bobby Steams, (second row) Theodore Hawkins, Dave Plumb. Tom Barry and Robert Scrivens. So® - .} 'J M: 'J '"•'I O-'Ov Able Bodied Seaman—Graduating with their able bodied seaman's endorsement are (from left. kneelirig) Jason McGrew, Antonio Centeno, Gamal Ahmed, Barry Hamm, Gary Toomer, Ken Strong, Jesus Torres, Paul Bashers, Nick Moceri, Donald Willis, (second row) David Collins, Lambert Soniat Dufossat, Matthew Rentie, Ronald Webb, Glenn Thompson, Vincent D'Amelia, Donnie Collins, Tobias Rose, Jeffrey Sousa, Joe Soresi, Jake Karaczynski (instructor), Reginald Muldrow, (third row) Rob PlanL Sam Hagar, Jim Lombard, Don Smith, Jonathan Davis, Roy Blankenship, Richard Henderson, Joseph UperadefS Lifeboat—Instructor Jim Moore Heftt conaratiiDean,DarTenColli^,MattRoberson,JamesReed,RonMarchand.Jame8Woods,Albert-Burch-Austln latf^^m^Son^^ incent Scott upon completion of the upgraders iifeboat class and Juan Campbell. on February 11. ?.•" V*; Marine Electiical Maintenance—Completing the course of instriK^'on leading to complete the marine electrical maintenance program are (from left, kneeF ing) William Brodhaim Jr., Paul Burchhard, Dave Bargo, (second row) Tony MueF leisman.C^uTTiineBartiati, Eric Malzkuhn (instructor), Mike Clayshaw, Herman Best, Phillip A. McKenzie and Taylor Clear. •'••I' I.. mis: . Marine Electfomcs TecnnKian—^Successfully completing the marine electronics technician course are (from left, seated) Walter D. Rityalsky, Chris Doyle, Shahnda Caviness, (second row, standing) Mark Rainess (instructbi), Michael Gregory, John Glynn and Jeff Sieloff. . �V. APmiBK UnmBERG SCHOOL tooz^&uumm eimtSE SCHBHHJE Coarse Steward Recertificatioii Boi^ Recertiflcation _ foHowing is die current course schedule for May-September 1992 at the Seaf^re Hany Lundeberg School of Seamanship located at the Paul Hall Center for Mantime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. AH programs are geared to improve job skills of SIU members and to promote the American maritime mdustiy. •^e coui^ schedule may change to reflkt the heeds Of the membership, the mantime industry and—in times of conflict—the nation's security. .3^, SW', Check-lji Date May 25 July 20 September 14 Completion Date AugU8t28 October^ classpriortd the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Ship Handiing > , , I'j \ Check-In Completion Course Date Date QMED-AnyRatiii|i May 11 July 31 September 14 December 4 , Fironan/Watertender and Oiler May 11 June 19 i ' July 6 August 14 Aagust31 'October9 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class. \ Pumproom Maint. & Operations Mayll June 19 AugustJl October 9 / IMarine^E^ August 17 October 9 M Rd^erati^ & Operations May 11 June 19 , ' Rafirig. Containers—Advanced Maint June 22 July 31 Marine Electroniis—Technician I Mayll June 19 Marine Electronics—Teclinlcan H ;;'^me22" :;^July;3l , . Basic Electronics ;:A':;Aiigust31;:/v:v;v September 25 Hydrauiics '^:;June:22; July 17 August 17 September 11 Diesel Engine Technology July 6 "July31 • •, •* Tankerman July 10 July 31 Safy^Sp0ela^Courses June 22 July 6 August 17 Aii^t31 T.ifrfMUitwmn ^ June20 July 10 August 21 Septeinber4 coune must be tedxn. May 11 May 25 June 8 June 22 July 0 July 20 Au^t3 August 17 August31 September 14 June 10 ftv r Completion Date -^eck-Iii,, : -Date Course OU Spill Prevention add Containment ^ . May 22 June 12 June 19 July 2 July 17 July 31 August 14 August28 September 4 September 18 June20^^ ni: orajMPiiviLiiyiuKAnpiv Name Address .Date of Birth (Last) (Rnt) (Middle) Montb/Day/Year (Street) (City) (Stale) Deep Sea Member D .Telephone _L (Zip Code) Lakes Membo-D (Area Code) Inland Waters MemberO November 2 mdlngComses May 4 May 15 June 29 July 10 August 31 September 11 Radar Observer Unlimited May 18 May 22 July 13 July 17 September 14 September 18 Celesfial Navigatkni AugllstJ Augast28 HiirdMate May 4 August 14 August31 De^mberli Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must be taken. iK T-? Completioii Date Check-In Completion ." Comnsi:' Date Date Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker, Aii open-ended (cmitact admissions Chief Cook, chief Steward office for starting dbtes) Upon completion, all students will take a Sealift Familiarization class. DeOLUpgnuHng Cmln&s Course Able Seaman Check-lh Dale Junel September 28 All students in the Engine Department will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. -i:# : 1 iM-: imMuttOtaeatkmSenedule : The following courses are available throng the Seafm%rs Harry Lundeberg School. admissions office fear enrollment information. Check-In Completion Course Itete DWte ^' ' • "" • High School J^iiivalency (GED) All open-ended (contact Adult Basic Education (ABE) admissions office for starting English as a Second Language (ESL) dates) .. ; ' 1 SHlSSCoUegePngrsm Schedule for 1992 FULL 8-week sessions May 11 JulyO August31 July 3 August28 October23 With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. Youalso must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your depaitrnent and seniority, yourclinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. RATING DATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE PaciticG tT-- If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be process^. Social Security #. Seniority SIGNATURE Book#. ; . Department U.S. Citizen: DVes D No I am interested in the following courseCs) checked below or indi­ cated here if not listed Home Port. Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held • Yes Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? If yes, which program: from DNC to. Last grade of school completed Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? • Yes If yes, course(s) taken ^ Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? • Yes •NO •NO If yes, how many weeks have you completed?. Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement? • YCS •NO J>ATE. Firefighting:• Yes •NO Date available for training Primary language spoken , CFR^Yes •NO DECK AB/Sealift IstClass Pilot Third Mate Radar Observer Unlimited Master Inspected Towing Vessel Q Towboat Operator Inland D Olestial Navigation D Simulator Course • • D • Q O Marine Electrical Maintenance G Pumproom Maintenance & Opei^on G Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation G Diesel Engine Technology G Assistant Engmeer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel G Original 3rd ^gineer Steam or Motor G RefiigeratedCknitainers Advanced Maintenance G Electro-Hydraulic Systems G Automation G Hydraulics G Marine Electronics Technician ALL DEPARTMENTS. G Welding G Lifeboatman (must be taken with anothercourse) G Oil Spill Prevention & Cknitaiimient G G G G G ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Adult Basic Education (AB^ High School Equivalency Program (GED) Developmental Smdies(DVS) English as a Second Language (ESL) ABE/ESL Lifeboat Ptepantian STEWARD G Assistant Cook Utility ENGINE G Cbok and Baker G POWT G ChiefCook G QMED—Any Rating G Chief Steward COLLEGE PROGRAM G Variable vanaoie apeea Speed DC trnve Drive St/ttt#>mQ (Marine Electronics) G Towboat Inland Cook G Associates in Arts Degree Systems TraMporlatiiM win be |«U In aaatdaiKc wttk (he sdMAdli«ietl(r soly tfyou prooit origtaal recc^aiM SDcccMlUIr pkte theeoune. ITyon haveany qneilisne, cetfM^ yew poH agnt befbre dqiartiag br Pfawy Paial. RBniRNOAlFLEIED APPLICATION TO:SeafuenHinyLoiiddietiUpfradiiii Center, P.O. Box 75, Piney Pbiiit,MD 20674. 4(92 ••• a �SEtgaRraeyg^yt Volume 54, Number 4 •liS: ' ''v'^ The SIU Is a Family Affair for the Darleys ' fj/^: •• ••'.••';••• I^r-- •I oifr: .•••••;•• •- A ISSl V "y .} One might say the Darley fami­ ly of Morganville, N.J. has found a home with the SIU. When class 494 graduated last month from the Lundeberg School, it marked the continuation of a longstanding relationship between the Darleys and the Se^arers. In fact, the Darleys are so en­ thusiastic about maritime careers with the union, they have led numerous friends into the SIU fold. Third-generation Seafarer George Darley, 23, graduated in class 494 along with his friends Dan Del Buono and Tim Vota. Like other friends of the Darleys, Del Buono and Vota were unoffi­ cially recruited into the union by George's mother. Dot. The Darleys' SIU connection begp in 1938, when Robert Dar­ ley joined as a charter member. He had been sailing since 1918, the year he was honorably discharged from the milita^. Robert spent most of his maritime career as a bosun. Robert's son Bob, 56, who now sails as master aboard the SeaLand Value, signed on with the Seafarers in 1952 in the port of Galveston, Texas. And all tfiree of Bob's and Dot's sons—OS George, 21-year old AB Charlies and 24-year-old OS Robert A. Darley —^are active members. The link does not stop there. Bob's brother Mike is an SIU retiree, and his nephew Miak sailed with the Seafarers before be­ coming an officer on the SS Con­ stitution. Miak now works as a chief mate. Nine other people, all friends of the family, are meipbers or trainees who became interested in the union because of the Darleys. "And we have a couple more recruits on the way!" exclaimed Dot, who resides with Bob, Robert A. and George in Morganville. Active Recruiter Dot Darley, 55, has never worked as a Seafarer. But she knows plenty about the union and what it offers. Having been mar­ ried to Bob for 27 years, she under­ stands the challenges and rewards such work presents for seamen and their families. When her sons and many of the sons' friends in the New Jersey area became interested in the SIU, she unhesitatingly praised the union. "I encouraged them, told interesting. I figured I'd give it a try." While in the trainee program, he said he already knew he made the right choice. 'It's going great here. I've learned a lot." S Bi • MM:':./ The Darleys are a seafaring family. From left to right are Rob, Bob, Charlie, George and Dot. them it's a good union and a good field," Dot recently told the Seafarers LOG. "There's always a job out there if you want it. "But I also warned them about how women have to deal with the men going away to work for long periods. You have to be very stable and you have to hang in diere." With Bob often at sea. Dot be­ came a counselor and sounding board for her sons and their as­ sociates. When people expressed . interest in the SIU, she listened, gave advice, helped obtain ap­ plications and double-checked to make sure various forms were completed correctly. "Dot's a great lady," said Howard Hendra, a 1991 Lun­ deberg School graduate. "When I went [to the school], none of her kids were home, so she was my main source of information. She' went over everything with me." Hendra, 24, sails in the engine department and is ready to upgrade. Del Buono, 23, said he "lived two minutes from the Darleys, so I had been thinking about joining for a couple of years. It sounded pretty George Darley (left), Dan Del Buono (center) and Tim Vota are ready to ship out after the ceremony marking their graduation from trainee class 494. OS Vota, 18, credited Dot with helping him act on his decision to join the SIU. He said his exposure to the seafaring Darleys opened his eyes to a worthwhile career. "It sounded very good, especially for someone just getting out of high school," Vota noted. "There's no work back home I talked with Charlie, and this seemed like a good trade. I'm just looking for­ ward to getting out on a ship." Bob and Dot added that they never pushed anyone (including their sons) toward the SIU. Rather, they reacted to people's interest in the union. SIU a Family Tradition Bob, whose father passed away in 1955, is proud that his sons chose the SIU. "I feel good about it," he said. "The sea has been very good to me. It's just like anything else in life—if you make an effort and put a lot into it, you'll do well. Anybody can go as far as diey want. "I have no qualms about my boys picking this career path. We've lived pretty good over the years." Robert A. Darley, who turns 25 in May, graduated from the Lun­ deberg School in October 1991. He sailed on the Cape Edmont throughout the Persian Gulf crisis and recently said his career choice and initial voyages have given him a tremendous sense of accomplish­ ment. He also described Dot as "a mother not only to us, but also to our friends." George felt the recession's sting before enrolling at the Lundeberg School. He had been woiking as a computer repaimian but got laid off. "My brother Chuck had already gotten into the Seafarers, and I saw he was making good money," recalled George. "He always came back with interesting stories. . . . Nowadays, without college, it's hard to find another occupation that provides a good living." Others whom the Darleys helped get started with the SIU in­ clude Russell Desaro, Timottiy Gray, Thomas Taber, Michael Taber and Billy Birmingham. According to Bob, the Darleys traced their involvement in maritime to well before Bob's father began sailing. "This is just something I read, but apparently our ancestors were ship builders in England" centuries ago, he said. "There's a book about Darley an­ cestors, and they claim we built the Mayflower. But again that's just something I read." Help Locate This Missing ChiU The National Center for Miss­ ing and Exploited Children has asked the membership of theSIU to help locate Aaron James Gar­ rison. Missing from Grants Pass, Ore. since Febru^ 15,1991, the now 15-year-old is considered an endangered child. Aaron Garrison has green eyes and dark brown hair. At the time of his disappearance, he was 5 ft. 9 in. and weighed 150 lbs. He has a brown patch between his neck and left shoulder and was last seen wearing a gray striped shirt, blue jacket, gray slacte, white socks and pink tennis shoes. The youth is slightly retarded, and is considered at risk as lost, injured or otherwise missing. Anyone having information should contact The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children at (800) 843-5678 or the Grants Pass (Ore.) Public Safety Department's Missing Persons Unit at (503) 474-6370. 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Title A name given to the resource April 1992 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES KEEP WIRE ROPE PRODUCTS IN WORLD STEEL DEAL, SAYS SIU CONGRESS GETS BILL TO REPEAL WORK TOAX SEAFARERS UIW UNIT BAKCS CLERKS’ ORGANIZING DRIVE SIU URGES HOUSE TO CLOSE SAFETY LOOPHOLE ON RIVERS D1 PCD INDEPENDENCE AND NATIONAL MEBA CONVENTION SIGNAL THE END OF SHORESIDE WORKER DOMINANCE OF SEAGOING MEMBERS DOT OFFICIAL ANNOUNCED POLICY ‘IN THE WORKS’ TO SAVE U.S.-FLAG FLEET BOATMEN GATHER IN PORT ARTHUR TO TARGET TUG ISSUES LEON HALL, RETIRED VP AND POPULAR UNION BROTHER, DIES AT 72 SEQUA SELLS SABINE TOWING TO HOUSTON KIRBY CORP. FMC’S QUARTEL RESIGNS; MTD SOUGH HIS REMOVAL PRIDE OF TEXAS: 1ST U.S. SHIP TO ENTER LITHUANIA SINCE 1939 11 STEWARDS REACH TOP OF CULINARY LADDER ANDREW K CREW SAVES TWO SEAMEN TAX REPEAL BILL INTRODUCED IN CONGRESS ROY BOUDREAU DIES AT 66 GREEN, HEALEY, HOLTON AWARDED MSCPAC’S TOP TRIBUTE PESKY ZEBRA MUSSELS SPREAD BEYOND LAKES BUSH SIGNS SHIP GAMBLING BILL HOUSE PANEL BLASTS PROPOSED BUDGET FOR MARAD AS ‘MEAGER’ CULINARY PIONEER REYES DIES TI’S BILL LAWRENCE DIES AT 44 STEWARD UTZ’S ACTIVITIES MAKE FOR A FULL ‘PLATE’ FOR QMED DESURE, POLITICAL ACTION IS A ‘MUST’ STEEL SHIPS AND IRON MEN: PART III PINEY POINT IS A SEAFARER FAMILY VACATION SITE THE SIU IS A FAMILY AFFAIR FOR THE DARLEYS Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 04/01/1992 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 54, No. 4 1992 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/1af0c10f47a53cac36a659b226b0c105.PDF 975a110c8ae0e67a9e061fbdf7f3274e PDF Text Text "• • ' A|||0|*||23 |C MiSSinil Out While hundreds of thousands of vacationing Americans are pouring millions of dollars annually into foreign-flag cruise ship operations, the American economy and treasury are suffering from a lack of funds. National leadership on the cruise issue could stimulate an economic revival in at least one sector and provide substantial employment opportunities for Americans. Articles on page 3. y. •• ^av;y, CT^aii^ppfE'pg; •••ysK yy'ssy'V.y"' ••'••..• y y;%v, -.' -if'S '• • •• •• y'. =•: 1 •';, i '••• t W' ;• J •I • # : ../; • �SEAnRERSLOm ••• '-' I'ri President's Report "*', y\ -..-••I'-- •i-L ' ROriRRE Maritime on White House Agenda '••'••.' " ' •' The Bush administration has formed a policy group to take up the issue of what can be done to make U.S. shipping competitive with its foreign counterparts. This is good news. To have a national policy that ensures that the United States has a commercial fleet operating under the Stars and Stripes requires the attention of the White House. Meaningful reforms that have bolstered the American merchant marine have only come about in U.S. history when there has been a commitment on the part of the nation's highest office to such a program. For the past two decades. Congress has done its part to Michael Sacco support a U.S.-flag fleet. But bold and sweeping initia­ tives only can come about with the active participation of the president. Because the maritime industry has never been made up of one dominant company or a single union or been the concern of oiily one sector of the government, leadership on a presidential level working in tan­ dem with Congress has been the key element in bringing together the various forces in the U.S. merchant marine. And presidential leadership in this area is only fitting because the fact is that American shipping touches concerns of many segments of govem- ment—^for example: the militaiy's ability to transport mat^el, the niovement of aid cargoes, bilateral relations with odier nation states, energy policy, tfie ability of U.S. manufacturers to export, among many others. Shipping dso spans many aspects of the nation's interests—^national defense, economic security and—^less tangible but perhaps as important—our position as a world power. In the history of the modem world, every dominant power has had a naval and commercial fleet of substance. At the heart of being a world power has been dominance of comm^cial navigation. The structure of the working group makes us somewhat cautious. The group contains representatives of many of the government agencies that have traditionally been cool toward U.S.-flag shipping—such as the State Depart­ ment and the Agriculture Department However, this is where strong presiden­ tial leadership can overcome differences in setting policy. The SIU, for its part, will keep an open mind. The situation is urgent and we welcome any movement that will result in a program that keeps the U.S.-flag on the high seas and in ports around the world. In the final analysis, we must give our all to every chance to save U.S. shipping. It is a matter of the welfare of our country. It is a matter of job security and job opportunities for our people. This is a fight worth fighting because American ships are good for America. Hall Lecturer Reviews Plight of American Merchant Marine 1970 Act Architect Says New Ships Key to U.S. FieePs Future To have a viable U.S. merchant marine in the future, American shipowners must be allowed to replace aging tonnage with new equipment, said Andrew E. Gibson, a primary architect of the Merchant Marine Act of 1970, who delivered his The fuil texl of Gibson's 1992 Paul Hall Memorial Lecture appears oh pages 16'17. analysis of the plight of American shipping in the 1992 Paul Hall Memorial Lecture to an audience of 140 representatives from govenunent, the in­ dustry and legal fields last month in Washington, D.C. In opening the session. Captain Donald L. Keech, executive director of the University of Southern California's Hancock Institute for Marine Studies, said the lecture series is named for ' the late president of the Seafarers Intemationd Union and is supported through an endowment at the University of Southern California established after Paul Hall's death in 1980. The endowment is supported through contributions from the late SIU president's friends and associates who believed this program would be a fitting way to memorial­ ize Paul Hall's unifying influence in the maritime industry. Gibson, who serves as the Emory S. Land Chair of Maritime Affairs at the U.S. Naval War College, also called on the military to clearly define its need for new vessels based on a realistic and credible war scenario of the future so that the debate on the need for a U.S.-flag commercial fleet can move forward without getting bogged down in specula­ tion on Navy building needs. I - M - Volume 54. Number 5 r::;\ •iv:: • •fv '•'' ••'•.'• 'i 'S "'P''\ .'•••', >•. I'-- "' =5 rigy ."' .- , '.'i '. ' V- '' May 1992 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 01602047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; At­ lantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Secondclass postage paid at MSG Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address chan­ ges to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Communications Department Direc­ tor and Editor, Jessica Smith; Assistant Editor, Daniel Duncan; Associate Editors, Jordan Biscardo, Max Hall; Associate Editor/Produc­ tion, Deborah Greene; Art, Bill Brower. Gibson, who served as assistant secretary of commerce for maritime affairs during the Nixon administration, said that among the factors coir^ tiibuting to the demise of the American merchant marine is government inaction and the industry's failure to shed public perception that U.S. shipping is a group of subsidy recipients. It was during the late '60s and early '70s that Gibson worked with Paul Hall to achieve the Mer­ chant Marine Act of 1970, Herbert Brand recalled. Brand serves as chairman of the Paul Hall Memorial Committee and was an activist during the fight for the 1970 act Gibson and Hall Shared a Goal Diuing his remarks introducing the 1992 Paul Hall lecturer. Brand said it was particularly ap­ propriate that Andrew Gibson be selected as this year's lecturer. "Andy Gibson and Paul Hall had a close relationship and a shared goal—to reverse the decline of the U.S.-flag merchant fleet and to bring about a public policy that acknowledged the The 1992 Paul Hall Memorial lecturer, Andrew E. Gib­ essentiality of a strong shipping capability as a son, presented his views on America's maritime dilem­ ma to an audience of more than 140 representatives of national security must," said Brand. government and the shipping industry. Gibson, who was president of Delta Steamship Lines and a senior executive of Grace Lines, pointed out that to be successful American tion that is a major cause of denying American shipowners must concentrate on providing "excel­ shipowners the ability to compete." Gibson cited the importance of a presidential lent service at competitive rates." To do that, "the owner must have the best equipment and that commitment to U.S. shipping, noting it was a key means that aging ships must be continually ingredient in achieving national policies dedicated replaced by better ones. And they must be to sustaining an American merchant marine. He replaced at prices comparable to the best that the noted that the 1970 Merchant Marine Act, which brought about the largest peace time shipbuilding competition can obtain," he said. program in U.S. history, was a "direct result" of That need raises some questions, Gibson said. President Richard Nixon's commitment to a "Will the shipbuilders and their congressional al­ strong U.S.-flag shipping capability. lies allow changes to existing law, permitting com­ President Ronald Reagan on the other hand may panies to acquire foreign built ships and still retain have "doomed our international fleet to eventu^ access to non-defense government cargoes?" extinction" by eliminating all subsidies for com­ Attrition Warfare Is Not Probable mercial shipbuilding while leaving in place the Gibson also noted that there "is a growing requirement for domestic building in order for the realization among many of those who attempt to shipowner to qualify for government pro^ams. frame future defense strategies, that the United Gibson pointed out that the adnodnistration used States has entered a phase where attrition warfare as its excuse for failing to address the problem the is neither probable nor of major concern." Because lack of a clear consensus within the industry for it is believed that "no credible war scenario en­ any type of maritime program. "One has to wonder visions a prolonged non-nuclear war that involves how many government programs developed in the major ship losses," Gibson said, "procurement past 200 years, that directly affected a diverse >olicies that continually support defense industries interest group, ever had a similar requirement," )ased on the claim that this type of surge capacity Gibson said. "For an industry in which both is essential in a future glob^ conflict" are being management and labor not only fight among them­ questioned. selves, but with each other, such a requirement "Until the Department of Defense is willing to makes fulfillment impossible and die imposed define clearly the amount of shipbuilding capacity condition an absolute mockery." required to construct future U.S. naval vessels, the Gibson also argued that shipping companies proponents of a shipbuilding mobilization base have hurt themselves by allowing—since the 1936 sufficient to sustain the merchant fleet in a sea war Merchant Marine Act—the label of recipients of of attrition, may well prevail," Gibson said. "The result will be, not any new ships, but the throttling Continued on page 15 >3: of any serious consideration of removing legisla­ . •v. �soFJumim MAri992 Philly •.'->• >; • ' - "• r,-r'W J:"')-''.' r Employees of a new ferry which runs between Philadelphia to Cam­ den, New Jersey across the Delaware River, have designated the Seafarers as their bargaining representative. In turn, the company—Riverbus, Inc.—^has recognized the SIU as the union representing its ferry employees. The ferry began operating March 31—exactly 40 years after daily pas­ senger ferry service had been halted between Penn's Landing, For additional photos of creWi see back pago. vH": -• r y' •• Philadelphia's waterfront park and Cooper's Ferry in Camden. Through its first three weeks, the ferry transported more than 40,000 , pas­ sengers. A pair of rotating four-person crews mans the ferry boat, named the Delawhale, with a third crew scheduled to be added in the near fu­ ture. A night maintenance person also works aboard the400-passenger ferry. Deckhand Robert Habina said he wanted to sign up with the Seafarers. "I joined for the benefits, the The crewmembers working aboard the 100-foot Delawhale just signed on with the Seafarers. The ferry, which began operation March 31, reinstitutes a senrice that had stopped 40 years ago. camaraderie and the job security," he The ferry service is scheduled to mn told a LOG reporter. "I also knew the every day of the year. Crewmembers SIU is a large union and I appreciate work a two-days-on, two-days off schedule. The ferry runs from 7 a.m its political stance.' to 6:45 p.m weekdays, 9 a.m. to 8:45 p.m. Saturdays and 9 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. Sundays. This month the ferry will begin expanded summer hours. Foreign Cruise Ships in U.S. Markeis: Biiiions in Profits, Zero in Taxes While they exploit American pastures in the form of American passengers and American ports, foreign flag ship operators are racking up billions of dollars in profits without forking over a cent to the U.S. treasury for taxes. America's coffer is being robbed directly of corporate income taxes while also losing the per­ sonal income taxes of thousands of American workers who are shut out of shipboard employ­ ment opportunities on these foreign flag ships. What makes this particularly painful to the American j^ople is that this comes at a time when the U.S. is experiencing severe economic hardship. Dominated by seven companies, each with a host of subsidiary groups, cruise enterprises have made billions off the American market over the past decade, a period in which this sector of the maritime industry has grown by leaps and bounds., Eighty five percent of all cruise ship passengers are American and 80 percent of the itineraries involve American ports—primarily those in southern Florida, and these figures have remained constant as more and more people look to cruises for their vacation plans. The biggest beneficiary of this tax evasion scheme is Carnival Cruise Lines, the largest of the world's passenger ship operations. Carnival aims its marketing initiatives at the American public. The result is that of the 3,640,000 Americans who took a cruise vacation in 1990, one out of four did so on a Carnival ship. The other Americans sailed on ships of six major cruise companies and vessels of scores of smaller cruise operations. $502.5 Million Prorits, No U.S. Taxes Controlling some 26 percent of the North American market, Camivial collected $502.5 mil­ lion in profits from 1985 to 1988 and paid zero in U.S. taxes. (Recently, Carnival has coughed over a few bucks to Uncle Sam because it acquired a,sub­ sidiary with a land-based tour and hotel businesswhich does not enjoy the tax evasion scheme that foreign-owned shipping does. The company,|iowever, continues to not pay a dime on profits jfrom its shipping operation.) , For all practical purposes. Carnival ^ an American company. The American-owned cor­ poration is headquartered in Miami and operates ships sailing from southern Florida ports catering to U.S. vacationers who generate cruise revenues of $1.2 to $1.3 billion per year for the company. But because Carnival is technically a stupping company that is a controlled foreign corporation, it is exempt from paying U.S. federal income tax. With an incorporation in Panama, and with ships registered in Panama, Liberia, Bahamas, British Virgin Islands and the Netherlands Antilles, Car­ nival escapes U.S. tax laws. Camivd's competitors also rake in billions in profits made from operating out of U.S. ports and carrying American passengers. And, like Car­ nival, diese companies escape taxes to the U.S. government on profits attributable to American sources. Most Cruise Passengers Are Americans The fact that the nation's tax laws allow Car­ nival and other cruise companies with si^ificant U.S. operations to evade their responsibilities to the American treasury has come to the attention of millions of Americans through an investigative report on the U.S. economy written by Philadel­ phia journalists Donald L. Barlett and James B. Steele. Their nine-part series entitled America: What Went Wrong? also has been pub­ lished as a book and is the basis for two episodes of Listening to America by Bill Moyers shown on public television. Under the nation's tax rules, if Carnival was considered an American company, it would have paid some $200 million in taxes on that half a billion dollars in profits it made from '85 to '88. With the American economy in the shape it is in, it will be up to the government to find ways in which revenue can be brought into the treasury and Americans can be put to work. The cruise ship industry is certainly an area that the government can look to as a source of potential revenue. Whoever the American people select this November to lead the nation will need to address this inequity. It is a factor in the nation's federal budget deficit and national debt. TTie cruise ship industry has been thriving year after year for the past decade or so. Newly con­ structed vessels have been added each year; in 1992 there will be 14 new cruise ships add^ to the world fleet. The ships being built are getting larger and larger. Cruise companies believe the ^mand for their services is strong enough that 2,000 plus passenger ships can be built and operated 52 weeks r? m • \- • -' of the year. Stockbrokers and investment analysts and industry boosters talk of growth rates of 10 percent a year. The industry's association notes that the cruise ship market is hardly saturatedonly four percent of America's potential cus­ tomers have taken a cruise. Billions of dollars have been made and billions more will be made from cruise ships sailing from U.S. ports carrying American passengers. There is certainly room in this scenario of huge corporate profits for America to get its fair share of tax revenue from those who make their bucks off of U.S. resources. Cruise indusiry Opportudties ChaHenge U.S. Govemmeiil The proliferation of foreign flag cruise ships making American cities their home ports and drawing billions of dollars out of our economy should certainly be a challenge to the leadership of this nation seeking ways out of the troubles that riddle the U.S. economy. Right now, foreign-flag ship operators have this lucrative market to themselves despite the fact that 85 percent of people who take cruises are American citizens. More often than not, these foreign com­ panies are tdking advantage of the American cruise market with support from foreign governments. For example, in a report to inves­ tors, one European-owned cruise company makes no bones about the "grants" and "sub­ sidies" it is receiving from a government to build four hew ships, some of which will end up operating out of U.S. ports carrying American passengers. With appropriate U.S. government direction and initiative there ought to be ways and means for American shipping and American workers to become part of this field. The U.S. govern­ ment must find ways to stimulate new cruise enterprises. For its part, the Seafarers International Union has made it known that the union is seeking to encourage investors in this area, recognizing that U.S. capital and labor can produce a product that can effectively serve cruise passengers. Conhnued on page 15 > >•; ' ..-r yt-, * -M&i, �mrim mMlle House Pme! to Review U.S.-Flag Shipping '^ • : " V'rJ > ffii./,. •; The administration has formed a high level working group to develop recommendations for government policies directed at the privatelyowned U.S.-flag shipping sector. A White House memorandum is­ sued last month spelled out the mis­ sion of the newly formed working group on commercial maritime policy, which is comprised of White House officials, cabinet members and chaired by the Secretary of Transportation, Andrew H. Card. SIU President Michael Saccp, upon learning of the initiative said, "We welcome any movement toward the creation of a maritime program that is essential to this nation's inter­ est in carrying out its role as the major world power. If the Bush administration's move materializes, it could have beneficial effects on the economy, on the employment pic­ ture, as well as on the national security." The working group is to report its findings and recommendations by May 22 to the president's Policy Coordinating Group, a structure es­ tablished in February by the president's chief of staff, Samuel K. Skinner, to formulate the administration's domestic program. The policy coordinating group is head^ by Clayton Yeutter, former secretary of agricultureand currently counselor to the president for domes­ tic policy. Moving on a Fast Track The administration will announce its policy recommendations directed at bolstering the U.S. fleet at a hear­ ing of the Senate Commerce Com­ mittee, which overseas merchant marine issues, in early June. Among the assignments of the working group is to identify and evaluate government policies that will allow the commercial U.S.-flag fleet engaged in foreign trades to compete. The working group also is charged with the task of defining the distinct roles of a commercial shipping sector and a sealift fleet which is strictly oriented to meeting the nation's defense requirements. It is to assess the impact on the competitive posi­ tion of the U.S. fleet of the myriad government regulatory regimes that cover ocean shipping. The group will put forward its ob­ servations on what the government is best suited to manage—^be it a sealift force with a national defense pur­ pose, promotional programs for a U.S.-flag fleet or economic regula­ tions. Maritime industry analysts believe the APIVSea-Land jointly is­ sued call for a govemment policy designed to retain a fleet under the American flag is the spark that ig­ nited White House action. The two major liner companies, which operate 23 and 41 U.S.-flag containerships respectively, in January issued a pronouncement that if something is not done, and done immediately, to save the American merchant marine, what is left of the U.S. liner fleet will have to be trans­ ferred to foreign registry. APL/Sea-Land Proposals APL and Sea-Land have raised several areas in which the U.S. govemment can take steps to ensure a viable American-flag fleet in the future. Among the suggestions raised by the two companies are: reviewing the maze of federal regulations with an eye towards eliminating those that put an unfair burden on the shipowner, creating a favorable in­ vestment climate, bringing Coast Guard shipbuilding regulations in line with world standards, making government procurement policies more effective, and increasing crew productivity. Assigned by the White House to the working group on conunercial maritime policy in addition to Secretary Card and Chief of Staff Skinner are Secretaiy of State James A. Baker HI, Secretaiy of Treasuiy Nicholas F. Brady, Secretary of Defense Richard Cheney, Attomey General William P. Barr, Secretaiy of Agriculture Edward R. Madigan, Secretary of Commerce Barbara H. Franklin and Secretary of Labor Lynn Martin. Also on the working group are U.S. Trade Representative Carla A. Hills, OfBce of Management and Budget Director Richard G. Darman, Agency for Intemational Develop­ ment Administrator Ronald W. Roskens. National Security Advisor Gen. Brent Scowcroft, Assistant to the President for Economic and Domestic Policy Roger B. Porter, Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers Michael J. Boskin, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Colin L. Powell, Federal Maritime Commission Chairman Christopher L. Koch. Sacco also noted the importance of White House involvement in the process to come up with solutions to reverse the decline of the U.S. ship- ring fleet. "We're running close to laving America eliminated as a maritime presence in the world. The Bush administration involve­ ment in the process to provide for a viable U.S.-flag fleet is the major element in the equation. Without administration leadership, no effort can succeed." The SIU official said the union "will cooperate in every possible way to make certain the Bush administration effort becomes a reality." House Reviewing Biii te Ciese iniand Tewing Safety Leepheie A congressional subcommittee will meet this month to take the next legislative step to enacting a bill that would close a safety loophole by making all individuals employed on towing vessels of more than five gross tons hold Coast Guard docu­ ments. Currently, the majority of crewmembers working aboard in­ land waters' vessels are exempted from holding Coast Guard docu­ ments. The holders of merchant mariner documents must submit to drug test­ ing, undergo an FBI criminal inves­ tigation and allow for a check of the National Driver Register for evidence of alcohol abuse. Additionally, the holders of docu­ ments, also known as seamen's papers or z-cards, must take an oath to adhere to all applicable federal laws. Under soon-to-be-issued rules, the documents will have to be renewed every five years. BiilMoving Quickly The House Coast Guard and Navigation Subcommittee is ex­ pected to complete work on the Mer­ chant Mariner Document Expansion Bill (H.R. 4394) by the end of May to prepare the legislation for the full Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee. Hie bill, introduced by Walter B. Jones (D-N.C.) who serves as the committee's chairman, could be ready for debate in the Senate before Sep­ tember, according to the committee's staff director, Ed Welch. "We are hopeful to get this through the House by the early summer," Welch told the Seafarers LOG. The SIU strongly supports H.R. 4394, which is designed to close a loophole in maritime safety stand­ ards on the nation's rivers and lakes that endangers the lives and working conditions of crewmembers aboard tugs and towboats as well as the people who live and work around these waterways. The union urges members to seek the support of their legislators on Capitol Hill. In March, the SIU testified before the Coast Guard subcommittee in favor of the legislation. Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco pointed out to the subcommittee a "lack of uniformity between the requirements that must be met by individuals employed on various vessels." Crewmembers' Safety at Stake Presently, crewmembers aboard tugs and towboats on the inland waterways and on boats of less than 100 gross tons that ply the coastal waters are not requir^ to hold Coast Guard documents. Of these vessels, if they are more than 26 feet in length, the Coast Guard requires only the vessel operator to have a license. More than 3,300 tugs sail on the U.S. inland rivers and l^es. Joining the SIU in favor of H.R. 4394 at the hearing were repre­ sentatives fijom the Intemational Or­ ganization of Masters, Mates & Pilots and Crowley Maritime. The bill has picked up the bipartisan sup­ port of 31 cosponsors. •;A^> " ,.- •, tssy-A.. SIU Presses for Repeal of Work Tax en Seamen An effort to overturn a proposed work tax on seamen and boatmen is gaining steam in the House of Repre­ sentatives. Last month, a bill (H.R. 4693) to repeal a proposed charge for mer­ chant mariner documents and licen­ ses was introduced by Representative W.J. "Billy" Tauzin following testimony in Febmary by the SIU and other maritime unions against user fees on Coast Guard-is­ sued marine licenses and documents. Seafarers are urged to contact their members of Congress to support and cosponsor the legislation. So far, Walter Jones (D-N.C.), Herbert Bateman (R-Va.), Robert Davis (RMich.) and Jack Fields (R-Texas) have signed on to the bill to repeal the user fees, dubbed a "work tax" by the SIU and individual seamen and boat­ men around the country. -S'sj. "We are going to make a fight to get this passed this year," Jim Adams, a staff member of the House Coast Guard and Navigation Sub­ committee, told the Seafarers LOG. One of the roadblocks affecting the bill's passage is the 1990 Budget Act that demands any revenues cut from the federal budget must be offset by an increase elsewhere. "We are working with OMB (Office of Management and Budget) and the House Ways and Means Committee to take care of this," Adams noted. "Everyone has been cooperative." The work tax came into being be­ cause of the same budget bill. Con­ gress mandated the Coast Guard to collect fees for marine licenses and documents issued to merchant mariners. The proposed charges start at $35 for a document, go to $135 for an AB or QMED endorsement and peak at $330 for an upper level license. The SIU has fought against the work tax since the scheme was an­ nounced in the Federal Register. The union argued regulation and super­ vision of mariner's skills is done in the public interest and does not con­ stitute a user fee as there is no direct user or beneficiary of the service. At the end of the February hearing held by the Coast Guard subcommit­ tee, Tauzin, who serves as its chair­ man, and Bateman publicly pledged to repeal the tax. Meanwhile, the SIU's lawsuit to declare the tax unconstitutional remains on hold following a decision by a federal judge that such a case could not be heard until the im­ plementation of the work tax is im­ minent. The Coast Guard now is in the process of formulating a final rule on the user fees. When this is issued, it will contain a starting date for the plan. In the meantime, the Seafarers and individual seamen and boatmen are pressing Congess to repeal the proposal. Where Is U,S, Maritime Going? Today, a debate is raging over the future of American-flag shipping. For an insight into the policies and practices that have led to the current plight of the U.S. merchant marine, read the remarks of Andrew E. Gibson, former assistant secretary of commerce for maritime affairs from 1969-1972 during the Nixon administration. See page-s 16-17. �SEAFARERS L0G2 FMC's Koch: Innovative' U.S.-Flag Fleet Is Vital to Nation's Economic Security 'IP " ;5S?s4: Jis.w..r-v : '•;; "^;ji -i'. •'.<!' •./' ' S*5@ «»!• What makes the U.S. liner fleei This fact makes working for a quences of no action are going to be worth saving is that it is the kind o: policy effort to revitalize the those consequences being Ae end American industry you can point to Amencan merchant marine an excit­ of an industry," he said. "And I think and say, "It is the best in the world, ing fTospect. "It is not like you have it is also clear that those consequen­ said Christopher L. Koch, chairman a dying, crumbling industry whose ces are unacceptable to the majority of the Federal Maritime Commission future is certain to be bleak. You have of the American public." (PMC). an industry that is innovative, crea­ Seating All Parties at the Table As the administration begins to tive and you know that if they can be When asked about the involve­ formulate policy recommendations )ut in a competitive posture, they designed to revitalize U.S. shipping, rave the ability to succeed," Koch ment in the policy working group of several government departments that Koch noted that "what is at issue here said. had not traditionally proved to be is not trying to save an industry thai Washington Is Serious this Time steadfast allies of U.S. shipping, has become wrapped up in a cocoon. While the revitalization of the Koch said, "They have a perspective. It is not an industry that has failed to Airierican merchant marine has been They have a viewpoint. Their view­ look into what is necessary to com­ die subject of numerous studies and point is not going to go away by FMC Chairman Christopher L. Koch pete." Koch discussed some of the forces over the past two decades, task ignoring it and I think it entirely ap­ wide-ranging issues facing the in­ a very different approach currently is propriate to make sure they are at the table," Koch said. He offered one dustry in an interview with the taking place in Washington, D.C., table so that they understand the caveat: "Except the Jones Act is not Seafarers LOG. Koch said. stakes and the consequences." on the table. TTiat is not negotiable." The head of the PMC-—which is The administration recently has Koch pointed out that "if this ex­ "While the APL/Sea-Land effort charged with regulating international formed a policy working group on ercise was easy or unanimity were has tended to focus the attention on shipping on behalf of American con­ the U.S. merchant marine, to which possible, the problem would have the liner fleet, I think there is also sumers, shippers and ship the White House assigned the heads been solved a long time ago. The going to be an effort to see that there operators—said the U.S. liner fleet of many departments and agencies. advantage of having everybody at the is something that can also be done for has been innovative, it has invested The working group is charged with table is diat everybody is part of the the bulker fleet;" Koch said. in its operation, it has "done all the the task of developing specific final decision." The issues raised by the two liner things we wanted industry to do to be recommendations on what the companies very likely will be among Initiative of APL and Sea-Land competitive in a global market. government can do in this area. "lire problem is the government The movement within the govern­ the items discussed by the working "This is not a study. I think this is an policy. U.S. government policies and ment to develop a program to group, including CCP restrictions, a exercise to make decisions," Koch the fact that they have made the in­ stated. rehabilitate the industry has been in­ review of the tax laws generally. Koch said emphatically that the dustry less competitive than it could fluenced by the joint call of the two government's "Washington, for the first time in is not to "sub­ be and should be," said Koch, who giants of the U.S.-flag liner fleet for sidize the U.S.effort industry. The objec­ first began tackling maritime issues tive is to put the U.S. industry on a in 1977 when he joined the staff of comparable playing field" with its Senator Warren Magnuson (Dforeign competitors. Wash.) after graduating from the He noted that international avia­ University of Washington's law tion is regulated through bilateral school. Koch held the post of chief agreements. "The trade is divided legislative assistant for Magnuson up." For example, flights between and also served as counsel to the Japan and the United States are ap­ Senate Commerce Committee. portioned to U.S. and Japanese car­ In 1981 Koch joined the staff of riers through government Senator Slade Gorton (R-Wash.) and agreements. Entering the business is began working on the Shipping Act, restricted by these bilateral pacts. which was to become law in 1984. On the other hand, shipping is After, ^spending a year-and-a-half open. "Anybody with a string of vesstint practicing maritime and cor­ ;sels that wants to begin liner service porate law with the Seattle-based law can enter U.S. ports and call on U.S. rfirm of Bogle & Gates, Koch customers and there are no govern­ returned to public service in 1983 as ment restrictions to entering die busi­ jSenator Gorton's chief of staff. He ness," Koch observed. "This makes served in the same capacity for lit fundamentally different" from the Senator John McCain (R-Ariz.) from airline sector, he said. 1987 until 1990. Taking a firsthand look at a U.S. shipping operation, FMC Chairman Christopher L. The PMC official,, who became Koch sailed aboard APL's President Jackson last fall. He is pictured aboard the vessel Discriminatory Practices chairman of the agency in late 1990, with The PMC chairman listed how Captain Gary Schmidt. cited the many achievements of the other nations bolster their shipping American liner industry: the inven­ a very long time—probably since a revamping of federal policy that operations—through tax treatment. tion of containerization, the im­ 1970-—is seriously looking at what impacts on the American merchant generous depreciation schedules, tax plementation of double stack trains, steps need to be taken by the govern­ iharine. "It would be easy to under­ incentives. "You see everything from door-to-door service, a host of ment in order for us to continue to estimate the impact of APL and Sea- cargo reservation schemes to restric­ sophisticated logistics. tions on U.S. operators' ability to lave a U.S. merchant marine," said Land getting together," Koch said. Proof of America's success can be Koch, who is one of the members of open branch offices in foreign He noted the initiative of the two seen in the manner in which foreign the working group. countries." liner companies "removed one of the liner companies put into place tech­ Hong Kong lets all income to "The exercise is serious. It is great obstacles—one of the great ex­ nologies developed by the U.S.-flag under way," Koch said, "It is cuses—^for not doing anything in shipowners be tax free. Norway has fleet, Koch noted. On a tour of a moving on a fairly fast time track." government which was 'the industry extensive tax incentive programs, Japanese carrier's new terminal, Koch noted. He cited the People's This effort, Koch noted, is en- itself could not agree.' Koch said his hosts would "indicate lanced by the fact that "the operators Republic of China (PRC) as an ex­ "When you get the two largest they had done things a certain way stopped die infighting that they have companies together and you have the ample of a nation where U.S. carriers because APL (American President )een engaged in for a number of prospect or the belief that they and had been prevented from offering Lines) had done it this way or Sea- years, the unions are being suppor- organized labor are working full intermodel service. Land does it this way." The PMC has been involved in ive and realize that in fact we have together—not only with a common He observed that electronic data o pull together to come up with some purpose but are very close on what a trade cases against a host of countries and tracking of cargo through door- answers or the whole industry is common solution can be—then you that have discriminated against U.S.to-door logistics programs are on going to go." are starting to put together a political flag operators. Koch named the PRC, every shipping company's agenda. Add to this equation the fact that coalition that can have some effec­ Korea, Taiwan and Japan as nations "At the forefront of that again have government agencies have become tiveness." that had unfair procedures and prac­ been American carriers. They are not aware that the nation can no longer tices directed at competitors of their The Working Group's Agenda the only ones doing it. Some of the avoid making decisions and "it is shipping fleets. In the case of each of It is likely that the admin­ these nations' unfair practices, the others are imitating it very well and very possible that something will doing a very good job of it. But where emerge over the next month to two istration's working group will be PMC has successfully broken down looking at all sectors of the U.S. mer­ those barriers, Koch said. are the innovations coming from? It months," said Koch. chant marine, not just containerships. has been U.S. companies," the PMC Inaction would be unacceptable, "Everything Continued on page 15 is technically on the chairman said. t has become "clear what the conse- " -.a® ,• 'I " ' ' i'j . .,• • y.l'' ' ' -V -I , .' f. -1; mi i -m •iA '-.'Si ••'i- ft' »• �mm SeWARERSUm' «RL mmiRRR Seafarers to Train in Refrigerant Rmmvery Systems SI '"•f •. . I ' •• •It :?":•• •^•/ :',-i :'i-': •:i -i; -V Provisions in the Clean Air Act will require everyone involved in the repair and servicing of refrigeration equipment to be certified in the use of recovery systems. This affects Seafarers who sail in the engine department. A recovery system removes refrigerant from a refrigeration sys­ tem and then stores it in an outside container. This prevents refrigerant, which contains ozone-depleting compounds, from escaping into the air. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the government department promulgating rules and procedures mandated by the Clean Air Act, is expected to issue guidelines some time this spring on what an in­ dividual must know to be certified in the use of recovery systems. After the initial suggested guidelines, interested parties will have time to respond and help modify the program before a final rule is issued. Rather than waiting for the final rule, the Lundeberg School within the next month or two will prepare Seafarers to meet what generally is believed to be the requirements EPA will mandate. Indications are that in­ dividuals will be required to have taken this training by July 1993. Thus, the Lundeberg School, by in­ corporating the anticipated require­ ments in its curriculum now gives Seafarers a head start and ensures that SlU-contracted companies will have crewmembers aboard their ships who are certified in the use of refrigerant recovery systems. It is expected the EPA will recognize the training in recovery systems that is given at the Lun­ deberg School, including the cour­ ses given before the agency's final rule is issued. The following individuals will be required to go through the recovery system certification process: • Students enrolled in the Lun­ deberg School's Refrigeration Operation and Maintenance course. • Students enrolled in the All students in the schoors refrigeration course will receive recovery systems training. Refrigerated Container course. • New QMEDs. The SIU already has submitted a • QMEDs returning to the Lun­ viously have not been certified. program to the EPA for approval and • All persons holding the deberg School for other specialty courses or other training who pre- refrigeration engineer endorsement. is awaiting a response. X •• u V' . 5 5 HazMat Pratectioii Procedures Added to SIU School Course ,i ,• Learning the proper fit for a respirator from Instructor Jim Shaffer (right) are Glenn Thompson, Tobias Rose and Jason McGrew. The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship has instituted curriculum to prepare students for use of important protective equip­ ment when working with or around hazardous material (HazMat). Coast Guard rules on benzene ex­ posure which went into effect January 15 are designed to protect mariners from the potentially fatal carcinogen. The regulations require employers to be responsible for en- Lambert Soniat Dufossat dresses for Level B protection from hazardous materials. suring appropriate monitoring of ex­ posed workers and determining over­ all compliance. Monitoring allows determination of exposure levels for different jobs during routine opera­ tions. In certain situations, the new rules require mariners to protect themsel­ ves by using special suits and breath­ ing gear. Seafarers now may learn more about the protective equipment by taking the Lundeberg School's Oil Spill Emergency Containment and Clean-Up course. The one-week course, open to all rated members of the SIU in good standing, includes plenty of hands-on experience with protective equipment such as rubber body suits, gloves and boots. Stu­ dents also learn how to choose the most efficient air respirators and how to check for proper fit. Companies are required to provide such equip­ ment for all mariners who work in designated hazardous zones. Lundeberg School instructors stress that Seafarers must be able to protect themselves in order to suc­ cessfully protect the environment. A health hazard evaluation report on the Exxon Valdez oil spill of March '89 showed many workers returned from beach work sites each day with their skin contaminated with weathered crude oil. The reason: Many workers either did not wear their protective equipment properly (for ex­ ample, did not tape the glov^sleeve joint) or else wore the equipment inter­ mittently or not at all. In addition to hands-on training. Seafarers in the oil spill en|ergency course participate in lectures about such topics as inhalation hazards. For example, there is concem that crude oil, even in a weathered state, might pose a health risk from skin exposure. SIU members leam thaL even though in most cases the more volatile com­ pounds will have evaporated during the first 24 to 48 hours after a spill, danger still may exist Here again, during the Exxon Val­ dez cleanup more than 250 workers reported respiratory system illness. They were exposed to benzene and other compounds after the initial two days following the spill. Many mariners handle products which contain benzene—products including crude oil, gasoline and other kinds of petroleum products. The new regulations should afford Ronnie Marchand and Jeffrey Sousa leam to tape boots for protection from oil. seamen the same level of protection and exposure limits that the Occupa­ tional Safety and Health Administra­ tion (OSHA) gives to land-based workers who may be exposed to the highly toxic chemical. .1 Learning to Clean Up Spills 1 I'.f completing the oil spill containment course are (from left, front row) Phillip McKenzle, Glenn Thomp^n, Jeffrey Sousa, L.ambert Soniat Dufossat, Ronnie Marchand, Jim Shaffer (Instructor), (second row) Ronald Webb, Jason McGrew, Tobias Rose and Joe Culllson. �• i".' mri992 One of the sure signs that spring's arrival is near for people living along the Great Lakes are the puffs of smoke emerging from the stacks of vessels tied up in safe harbors from Duluth, Minn, on Lake Superior to Buffalo, N.Y. on Lake Erie. Fitout, the process of returning the bulkers, ore carriers and other vessels to the Lakes, began in earnest last month. While some SlU-contracted vessels started plying the lower Lakes as early as February, most ships did not leave port until late March and early April. For SIU members, fitout is a natural sign of the season despite snow falling and ice remaining on the upper Lakes. Members check with the union halls in Algonac, Mich, and Duluth to find out when they are ex­ pected to remm to the vessels. First comes the after-end. The gal­ ley'gang reports before anyone else to make sure the ovens, refrigerator, freezer and other appliances have not been harmed by winter's cold. Within a day the engine department SEAFJUIBtS LOG -t « r-.v- r «• r >R, ^ 1- t ' reports. They make sure die ice that has formed in the engine room and conveyor area is removed and the mighty diesels that power the ships operate smoothly. In less than a week, the forwardend (deck department) signs on. These members check out the safety equipment (lifeboats, flares, life jackets, etc.) to make sure they are in working order. TTiey test the windlass, hatches and boonL They clean up the deck after winter has had its unobstmcted way for sevo-al months. After passing the annual Coast Guard inspections, the vessels are ready for up to 10 months of sailing, depending on the weather next winter. The ships load with raw Deckhand Dennis Fitzpatrick hustles a ladder across the deck of the Indiana Harbor, materials to replenish those used by factories and businesses along the lower Lakes during the winter. They leave their winter homes empty but remm with iron ore for steel, coal for power plants, concrete for cement plants and wheat for grain elevators to renew the process of life on the Lakes. I "I • ii ' ! If • :<4i f t.: , .;- m 2nd Cook Richard Ballant on the William R. Roesch prepares a meal during fitout. Wiper John Norick is performing one of the necessary jobs on board the Presque Isle—inspecting the diesel engines. ; Second Cook David Grann prepares dinnerforthecrewof the St. Clair. --J,-,,... } V;' • \ . �^"i t'niiiiiiM '^L i . SBIFUtH^liOe ''.'i'-:...\'-'r< \x' •>^"'' f '-:>"~i.^i'y-iir •'"'' n. '' ' - ' -tA-- .v'-'i-S;.:''!' .•., i t'-k •p.- XH»"-t.'.'X::A\ Mmm. f|. :!'t-: ?| 1 • ..: %• . ,. . -•'•••;•/.[f ^ WWh 0 ... J'H •si-v,.; • • •, ... J './i " mxi992 UAW Returns to Work at Caterpillar, Talks Continue UAW members have returned to work at Caterpillar Inc., but the union stressed it has not accepted what the company termed its "final" contract offer. The UAW's five-month strike was recessed last month after Cater­ pillar, the world's largest manufac­ turer of tractors and other earth-moving equipment, guaranteed it would not hire permanent scabs a practice which continues hamper­ ing labor-management settlements. Mediators formulated the truce and are expected soon to bring both par­ ties together for resumption of con­ tract talks. In a letter to the 12,600 returning Cat workers—whom Seafarers ac­ tively supported on picket lines arid in rallies—UAW SecretaryTreasurer Bill Casstevens noted that the union's "struggle with Caterpillar is not over; it has entered a new phase." Indeed^ Cat balked at recommen­ dations made by Bernard DeLury, director of the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS), which the UAW accepted. Before the strike's suspension, DeLury advised both the UAW and Cat management to follow these procedures: • Both parties would withdraw their respective proposals. • All strikers would return to work as soon as possible. • The company would end efforts to hire replacements. Seafarers from tfie Great Lakes and inland rivers rallied witti more than 20,000 trade unionists in Peoria, III. in support of striking United Auto Workers against Caterpillar. Great Lakes members attending the rally include Algonac Patrolmen Andy Goulet and Tim Kelley as well as Deckhands Don Thornton and Cliff Stockman. • A cooling off period would begin. • Negotiations would resume under the auspices of the FMCS. But Cat insisted returning strikers work under the "^al offer" it made on April 6. While the company would not withdraw its final offer, the union accepted the mediator's proposal, recessed the strike and directed the strikers to return to work without conditions. The union did not accept the company's proposal and intends to continue negotiations. The strike began November 3, aftermondis of stagnant negotiations. When the UAW c^ed for a selective strike at two plants in central niinois, the company responded by locking out union workers at other plants. The strike then expanded to include the 12,600 workers at Caterpillar plants in four states. Trade unions throughout the United States, as well as unions rep­ resenting Caterpillar workers in South Africa, England, Belgium and France, respond^ with an outpour­ ing of support which UAW President Owen Bieber described as "over­ whelming." Business Week estimated that Cat's strike losses are near $100 million and could take years to recoup. -i., • AnS'Scab BbiAwaHs Seafarers who have not Contacted their senators calling for support of S.55 (the anti-scab bill) are urged to do so as soon as possible. The legislation, passed last sum­ mer by the House, would make it illegal for employers to fire striking workers and then permanently replace them with scabs. Battle for Enactment The battle to enact S.55, also Traveling from the St. Louis hall to show their solidarity with striking UAW members known as the Workplace Fairness are, from left, Casey McCarthy, Mary Rawlins, Field Representative Steve Jackson, Bill, has beeri difficult. Opponents of Courtney McCarthy and retired AB Charles Johnson. the legislation are threatening to use filibusters (debate without a time limit). Stopping the filibusters re­ Seafarers March with UFCW quires a 60-vote majority, while 67 votes are needed to override an ex­ pected veto by President Bush. The bill would close a loophole which allows employers to hire per­ manent replacements (scabs) who cross picket lines during lawful strikes. Hiring scabs has become cormnonplace during the Reagan and Bush administrations and has under­ mined the integrity of collective bar­ gaining. This practice also is favored by union busters who actually may force strikes so they can hire per­ manent replacements. Workplace Fairness legislation would prevent situations such as those at Eastern Air Lines, Greyhound and the New York Daily News. Eastern locked out its employees and hired scabs before SIU members from Algonac, Mich, hit the bricks to show their support for striking folding; Greyhound replaced 9,000 Kroger employees in New Baltimore, Mich. The United Food and Commercial union bus drivers with 6,0(X) scabs; Workers called a strike In southeastem Michigan on April 13 when the grocery and the Chicago Tribune Company, store chain walked out of negotiations for a new contract. .'4'.. .-••-• '?r 1' ; former owner of the Daily News, spent $24 million to force a strike and then hired scabs before selling the paper to a pro-union owner. The U.S. is virtually alone among world powers when it comes to the issue of hiring permanent replace­ ments, Canada, Japan, France and German among others categorically prohibit the dismissal of striking workers. The following is a list of Senate co-sponsors of S.55: Adams (DWash.), Akaka (D-Hawaii), Baucus (D-Mont.)j Biden (D-Del.), Bradley (D-N.J.), Burdick <D-N.D.), Byrd (D-W.Va.), Cranston (D-Calif.), Daschle (D-S.D.), Dixon (D-Ill.), Dodd (D-Conn.), Fowler (D-Ga.), Glenn (D-Ohio), Gore (D-Tenn.), Harkin (D-Iowa), Hatfield (R-Ore.), Inouye (D-Hawaii), Kennedy (DMass.), Kerrey (D-Neb.), Kerry (DMass.), Lautenberg (D-N.J.), Levin (D-Mich.), Lieberman (D-Conn.), Mikulski (D-Md.), Mitchell (DMaine), Moynihan (D-N.Y.), Packwood (R-Ore.), Pell (D-R.I.), Riegle (D-Mich.), Rockefeller (D-W.Va.), Saibanes (D-Md.), Sasser (D-Tenn.), Simon (D-Ill.), Wellstone ^-Minn.), Wirth (D-Colo.), Wofford (D-Pa). • ^ tf �v'^ /f," ; ••;•" • •'•- c ''A eSB ;.:•>, .I,*:' nmriass XAFUIBSUie President's Pre^f^UoUng deport Subndtted to Mombership In accordance with the terms of the Seafarers International Union constitution, SIU President Michael Sacco has submitted a pre-balloting report to the membership. The report sets forth certain terms and conditions of the balloting for the union's general election of officers for the 1993-1996 term. The ballot­ ing will take place from November 2 until December 31,1992. Sacco pointed out in his report that the submission to the membership took into cosideration the changes that have taken place in the industry over the last few years. The pre-bal­ loting report lists Sacco's recom­ mendations for offices to be placed on the ballot in the1992 general elec­ tion of SIU officers. The fiill text of the 1992 pre-bal­ loting report follows: May 4,1992 Pursuant to Article X, Section 1(e) of ourConstitution, I am submitting at tills regular May memberstilp meeting of tfils election year, my Pre-Balloting Report. The balloting for our General Election of Officers for the term 1993-1996 will commence on Monday, November 2 and continue through December 31, 1992. The election will be conducted under the 1 Vice-President In Charge of Govern­ provisions of our Constitution, as ment Services and Fishing Industries amended and effective July 13. 1989, 2 Headquarters Representatives and such other voting procedures as bur 10 Port Agents Secretary-Treasurer may direct. I have. In consultation with our Execu­ There shall be one port agent In each tive Board and Port Representatives, made a careful appraisal of the needs of of the 10 Constitutional ports; namely: this union. Its membership and Its cur­ PIney Point. New York, Philadelphia. rently existing constitutional ports. We Baltimore. Mobile. New Orleans. Hous­ have carefully considered the changes ton. San Francisco. Detrolt-Algonac that have taken place In the maritime and St. Louis. Industry over the last few years, with a In accordance with the above-men­ view toward meeting the ever changing tioned Article X. Section 1(e) of our Con­ demands. stitution. I am required to recommend a It Is my recommendation. In accord­ bank, a bonded warehouse, regular of­ ance with our Constitution, that the fol­ fice thereof, or any similar depository, to lowing offices be placed on the ballot In the 1992 General Election of Officers for the term 1993 through 1996. Headquarters 1 President Question: What's the worst 1 Executive Vice President weather you ever encountered on 1 Secretary-Treasurer the Great Lakes? 1 Vice-President In Charge of Con­ (Asked of SIU members on ships In tracts and Contract Enforcement Toledo. Lorain and Cleveland/Ohio,) 1 Vice-President In Charge of the At­ lantic Coast Daniel Ban1 Vice-President In Charge of the Gulf cook, Deck­ Coast hand — I was 1 Vice-President In Charge of the on a SteinbrenWest Coast ner boat, the In­ 1 Vice-President In Charge of the Southem Region. Great Lakes and In­ dependent, in land Waters 1989. It was SIU Joins AFL-CiO Protest Rally For Stronger Worker Saf^ Laws • r^J't' '", ' • • •-^'P5.:;v- Seafarers from across the country joined fellow trade unionists to call for stronger worker safety laws during a Capitol Hill rally to remem­ ber those who died as a result of job-related injuries. "It's a shame we have to do this to remind Congress that workplaces are getting less and less safe," said Bosun Roberto Zepada, who sails from the port of Houston. QMED Thomas Harris of Jack­ sonville, Fla added, *1 hope [the legis­ lators] are listening because there are enou^ of us here to be heard." " .-S':;.•/•• . --v."'-' Fratemally submitted, Michael Sacco ..' -;V • Decked out In wfilte caps and jackets. Seafarers join othertrade unionists on the steps of the U.S. Capitol during Workers Memorial Day. Seafarers march across the lawn of the Capltolito participate In the rally calling for stronger worker safely laws. Marvin Schmitz, Con­ veyorman — I've sailed for over 30 years, so I've seen some pretty good storms out there. I remember getting off early in the morning when the Edmund Fitzgerald sank November is usually the worst month. John Sellers, Bosun — Lake Superior, com­ ing out of Mar­ quette on the Adam E. (Cor­ nelius). We damn near tipped her over when the load shifted. That was in the 1970s. Cornelius Gleason,AB — To tell you the truth, there's been so many I can't pick one out. •f- Brett Fischhach, Bosun — I'd say April 1980, between Mar­ quette and the Soo Locks. I was on the Paul Thayer. It was a bad storm, proba­ bly 25-foot seas. Don Binkowski, QMED — ThQ night the Fitzgerald sank, Novem­ ber 10,1975.1 was on the William Roesch and!I couldn't even find the deck. Mike LaBar, QMED — We've run into a few bad winds and maybe 15- to 20-foot seas out on Lake Su­ perior. You can get 70 mph wind gusts out there. David Gapske, Deckhand— Probably 1990, coming up this river (the Cuyahoga) in December. We were on the Roesch and we had to sit for 24 hours waiting for the water to go down. It was rainy, ice was melting and the current was bad. Ron Vandercook, AB/Watchman — Nothing really big, maybe 50- to 60-mph winds. I haven't been in anything really bad yet. % •-"V". .' V if. y• /f.'fs, • ^1. -1)' • 'IW •A '••Sr-•" W • •1. l}';j;', :v- • A. • I•'f Inqliiiiiig my first trip. We were on Lake Superior and tried to outrun a storm to Buffalo. But we spent 30 hours zig-zagging in and out of it. Approximately 500 union mem­ bers gathered on the east steps of the Capitol on April 28 (Workers Rudy TahMemorial Day) to draw attention to tinen,AB bills in the House of Representatives Trying to out­ and Senate seeking to reform Oc­ run a storm on cupational Safety and Health Ad­ Lake Huron in 1988. We were ministration (OSHA) laws. The Washington rally took place in the middle of in conjunction with memorials Huron and the presented in other parts of the water line passed half way up. The country. The AFL-CIO, the national turnaround alone lasted an hour. I federation of trade unions, noted thought that was going to be "the more than 10,000 workers are killed biggie." It's the first time I sat with on the job every year. my survival suit on. ••A.; - which the ballots are to be mailed, no later than the firet regular meeting In Oc­ tober of this year. I will make such recom­ mendation to the membership before such deadline. As provided for In Article XIII. Section 1. nominations open on July 15, 1992 and close on August 15.1992. The foregoing constitutes your President's Pre-Balloting Report and subject to my further recommendation as to the depository to be made hereafter. I recommend Its adoption. • 11, ,1 1 •- YehiaKaid, Porter — Four or five years ago, on Lake Superior. It was Christmas Eve and we almost sank. But I've been on the Great Lakes the past 26 years, and that's the only rough time. „r.. 1 • I. ;; �'•0*#;.|r. -r,^. '•^>r 10 •-•tt' ;-\ „• MAY 1902 SeAFARE^Ute • J'V-V'-K:,2.'.-:' • • '''"'55f'Vv "' • .<V:1,^ ;••!•'• '/V •' • ^'•., . '''ii..- -,. S-i! Wiper Robert Hall uses a tap in the Independence machine shop. Waiting the signal to start the Constitution's engines are Fireman Peter Alcantra (left) and Oiler Steve Romlne. Oiler Marty MarTOllus receives orders aboard the Constitution. Cruise Line Engine Gangs Keep Ships Moving M4V •. ,• '•"'••V; •!-:•: •Vc-;"'.. •"" •'-' ' , ..W .•';, V- . ' m •• • - ^^•.•^.'.. ... fl'" ' &Y .^;r.r K'/- .•' /V ••- ;•'•• 'fkl Talk with any member from the engine departments of the SS Con­ stitution and SS Independence and they will tell you they are the most important group on the liners. Of course, the engine department is in charge of the diesels that power the liners. "They can't go anywhere without us," stated Independence Fireman Sky Williams. "We're the ones who make it happen," chimed in Oiler Frankie Valle. But there is so much more that falls into the realm of the engine room. Taking care of all the mechanical items aboard the ves­ sels is just one example. "We know when we get a call for die passenger compartments, it's an emergency apd we need to fespbrid," Chief EleciHciaii ward Mancke told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG aboard the Inde­ pendence. Mancke was busy chang­ ing a heating unit for a galley dishwasher between meals. Passengers aboard American Hawaii Cruise vessels may believe members of the steward department ;ially wh are indispensable, especially when the tourists are seeking food, drink or room service. Passengers might go so far as to cast a few votes for die deck crew because they handle docking opera­ tions as well as safety drills. Yet if you ask any tourist about the engine department, expect to receive blank stares. They may think of people covered in grease and oil worlang in the steamy un­ derbelly of the ships. That is only part of their duties. "Just let a thermostat go out, they'll think of us right away," noted Second Refrigerator Engineer Biyan Chan from the Constitution. "If we're doing our job right, pastwn ^ Independence engine room are Chief Electrician Edward Mancke, 2nd Electrician chores performed by the engine department. Dinner preparations for 800 could hinge not on the chefs baked Alaska coming out perfectly but on an engineer's replacing a thermostat unit in an oven. Besides handling mechanical repairs, engine department mem­ bers operate full machine shops. '•0- !i V * •I;'' •te •!ii\ V-: Fireman George Tidwell awaits his next assignment on the independence. A Ihermostat is repaired by 2nd Reefer Bngneer Bryan Chan on board Constitution. Engine Maintenance Manny Flanta operates a grinder aboard independence. •e 'i"-' . . • k' k:./"' '-:"-k Oiler Andrea Simmons works in the independence's machine shop. i '• I., Watching the control board on the Independence is Fireman Sky Williams. Sometimes the job requires workirig in cramped spaces as Chief Electrician Edward Mancke discovers while fixing the Independence's dishwasher. ' ' ,'• --.v •v'V',' ;'•' '• V. • ••;v^-vY'' ', • i i',.)'" Y»'-V'"' , ''i- i - ' 'pm- mm �itiiiiiaaiMlia mr 1992 sauyuteRsioG SSSS:.' '- '.•J-. V'v'^ 1?- Seaiarers Gei Pivmpt Sennce at New Hm^tan CHnSc Seafarers in the Houston area ex­ pressed satisfaction with the prompt, efficient service they received at &e new Wills Diagnostic Clinic, located three blocks from the Houston SIU hall. Roughly 100 SIU members (in­ cluding family members) were treated diere during the facility's first month of operation. The Seafarers Welfare Plan has contracted with the clinic, which spe­ cializes in (but is not limited to) oc­ cupational health and internal medicine. The clinic opened March 30 and has serviced about four Seafarers per day, a spokesperson said. Engine department member Melvin Ahi said he likes the clinic's con­ venient location; 2000 Crawford Street, inside the St. Joseph's Profes­ sional Building. Additionally, the clinic is within a block of St. Joseph's Hospital, the SIU medical plan's newest preferred provider organiza­ tion. * William Hill, an engine depart­ ment member who sails with G&H Towing, said he received a "very thorough" annual physical at the facility. "I liked the surroundings, and the staff was friendly and profes­ sional,''he added. Steward department member Linda Dean, wife of Seafarer Nile Dean, said, "This is a step up for the union. It's a smooth process. SIU members who wish to schedule an appointment at Wills Diagnostic Clinic should follow the usual procedure: Report to the union hall and get an appointment slip, then proceed to the clinic. Deck department member Frank Barfield described the clinic as "a great operation with a very nice, jprofessional staff." Fellow deck department member Raul Guerra agreed, calling the SIU's affiliation with WHls Diagnos­ tic Clinic "one of the be^ moves our union has ever made." "I'm very pleased with the move," noted Captain Bert Thompson, an SIU member for 17 years. Thompson, who works for Crowley Towing and Transportation, said he is; "happy to see comprehensive Continued on page 14 1 . . I.4i- • Melvin Ahi (left), who sails in the engine department, says he appreciates the efficient service provided by clinic staffers such as Dr. Susan Vogel. } f. -v- •V"' '• t' • '• •I. / I- • xwn ',/•; y^i^r •"' ...'^', 'i'!'.' * . QMED Nile Dean (left) is examined by Joe Stephens, medical technician. • '• ' ' X Medical tech. Joe Stephens (left) jots down a few notes withSeafarer Frank Barfield. i.'- f'i' After receiving his physical, engine departmentmernlMr VVilliam Hill (left) confers with Dr. Patrick Wills, founder of the Wills Diagnostic Clinic. Houston Patrolman Steve Ruiz (right) talks with Dr. Susan Vogel. y. a-® .1.., �• 'r '-Sk #2 •iv^4?''L - . •• .' -• "- •.>v..'., . •,.>•>•••• .It:.!'?:?" ,;^::;';v^: ''•;,-'V-'.r.-...' • •• ' ;v.- -.•: • • Mari992 SEOFMBISLOe In meetings along the Gulf of Mexico in Texas last month, Hig­ man Towing and G&H Towing Seafarers discussed with SlU Ex­ ecutive Vice President Joseph Sacco the ongoing efforts of the union to defeat a proposed fee for mmne licenses and documents. "I couldn't believe it when (the user fees) came out," Captain Thomas Keill told Sacco aboard the Higman tugboat Mark Flynn. "It would be the same thing as putting a tax on can workers. Just tiy Aat. You'd have a war started right away." Sacco congratulated the boatmen Relief Captains Calvin Hatfield (left) and Tom Nolan (center) sfiare a sea story with aboard the Flynn and others attend­ Utility Tankerman Tommy Biyaht before the Higman meeting. ing a shoreside meeting in Orange, Texas for their role in acquiring 438 signatures on a petition against imposing the fees on merchant mariners. Higman Captain Anthony Primeanx initiated the petition that was signed by both union and non­ union boatmen from 28 companies in the Texas and Louisiana water­ ways. "You see what one person can do," Sacco told the Higman mem­ bers. 'Tony came up with this idea and worked with my office on it. I took the petition on your behalf to Congress and presented it at a spe­ cial hearing. "When it was over, the chairman SlU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco (left) updates Captain W.R. Golden (right) (Representative Billy Tauzin, Democrat from Louisiana) said we'll have to stop the fee. That's what you have done and can do when we work together." Many members, including Keill, stated they were glad Primeaux took the initiative. "I wouldn't have known how to do it," Keill noted. Others, like Higman Relief Cap­ tain Larry Weaver, asked what else can be done. "Call or write your congressman," Sacco advised the group. "Register to vote and get others to vote. Let your fellow boat­ men know the issue is not dead. We have to keep fighting it." Besides testifying in Congress against the tax, the SIU also filed a lawsuit in federal court challenging the user fee. The SIU court papers assert the imposition of the user fees on marine licenses amounts to a work tax, and as such is a violation of the U.S. Constitution. Sacco was accompanied in the meetings by Gulf Coast Vice Presi­ dent Dean Corgey and Houston Port Agent Jim McGee who handled in­ dividual questions regarding wel­ fare and contract matters. Higman Towing, based in Orange, Texas, operates tugboats and barges along the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway and its tributaries from Texas to Alabama. on the fight against USCG user fees as Gulf Coast Vice President Dean Corgey listens. §lM Higman boatmen (left to right) Ronnie Williams, James Mitchell, Oneal Peters, Thomas Adams, Larry Weaver, Curt Deshotels and Calvin Hatfield take part In the shoreside meeting held recently to discuss the Coast Guard-Imposed work tax. ' ^ ' 'r/ iVy • ' ' «-» -TT— . .-i:^ Making a point against the license fees Is Thomas Keill, captain of the Mark Flynn., Maritrans Moves Petroleum Pnulucls Altmg Gulf, AttanSc Coasts P-y: f • -. ••'- Troy Brickey checks flow of petroleum to dock facilities from aboard the Mark Flynn. Checking the level of petroleum is A^ankerman Marshall J. Ancar. Seafarers aboard SlU-contracted Maritrans vessels assist in the delivery of more than 250 million barrels of oil to markets in the Southeast and Northeast United States each year. Maritrans, which operates a fleet of tugboats and ocean-going tank barges, is the largest independent U.S.-flag marine transporter of petroleum products in the domestic coastal trade. The Maritrans fleet is diverse in size and capability. Vessels operat­ ing in its Southern fleet transport petroleum products from refining centers in Texas, Louisiana and Mis­ sissippi primarily to distribution centers in Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas. The fleet also is engaged in ship bunkering (refueling) and genersd towing. The accompanying photos show of the men who work these tugs £^uSnnOS EvatSirio Anaya also sen-es as line dunng offloading of oil. ^ort tivergiades, Fla. Ir-i'ii -'v .• •? �m'4X: bv€t'Um MAri992 SEmuiEnsLoe G&H, Higman Seafarers Pledge to Suppert Union FigM "v •' -'-if' '/ The woric tax issue is a hot one for all Seafarers, but the guys on Gulf tugs are really hopping mad. G&H and Higi^ Towing crews told SIU Ex­ ecutive Vice President Joseph Sacco during his recent meetings aboard the Gulf tugs that they would do their part to fight the proposed user fee. The documents and licenses, which seamen and boatmen are re­ quired to hold in order to work aboard U.S.-flag vessels, would cost between $35 and $330 under a proposed Coast Guard rule. The G&H and Higman boatmen told the SIU executive vice president the user fee is the talk of the water­ way. "We want to know what is hap­ pening in Washington about the user fees," Mike "Cowboy" HaiUbur- -• ton, master of G&H Towing's Denia, told Sacco. "That has been the talk of the harbor for months." G&H Captain EddieBartbolmey reiterated Halliburton's view by saying discussion about the work tax "is on the radio every day." "It's not fair," added Captain L.W. **Soiiny" Gibbs, who works aboard G&H's tug Jupiter. '*We shouldn't have to pay to go to work." "You are the reason Congress has taken notice and decided to repeal the legislation," Sacco informed members aboard the tugs Juno, Jupiter and Denia. He reminded the crews that the battle only has begun and they should stay in touch with their representatives in Washington to urge them to pass a bill to repeal the tax. Deckhand James Ites secures a line aboard the Juno. ^ -ft* ft • V ••• ••aw" ft?i; '0 ' ' • Guiding the Denia into port is Master Mike "Cowboy" Halliburton. :v 'I'i J . { raift/ftft-Aft/aaav SIU boatmen gather to welcome Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco aboard the Jupiter. From the left are Sacco, Chief Engineer Adam Simon, Captain L.W. "Sonny" Gibbs and OS Bobby Pytka. - ^ ft^IV m: ' ^ ft IKV"' "Ti-i '.' Hj"' ;••;;, • :•'-••'• 'vsit• ! -• '• V'':' Denia Oiler William Hill Jr. (left) asks a jel Martinez Marti question as Deckhand Miguel listens. 'I ... Vft® 'ft ft" :rli Jl'NO Juno Captain Eddie Bartholmey receives an answer to his question. Juno Chief Engineer Robert C. Young Jr. takes notes at meeting. is Chief Engineer Robert Croft. SIU ConUnues Negotiations wNh Sabine Owners Patrolman Bobby Milan (left) meets with DEU Whitney Hargrave. f. I;I;..'t - • SK DEU Charles Hardt keeps an eye on the Jupiter's engine room operations. The SIU continues to fight on two fronts to make sure the approximate­ ly 150 members who work for Sabine Towing and Transportation are rep­ resented by a union contract follow­ ing the sale of the firm. The union has started the arbitration process against Sequa Corporation for not including the labor contract as a condition of the $36.9 million sale of the tugboat and barge company. Meanwhile, the Seafarers are in negotiations with the purchaser, Kirby Corporation, to resolve the dif­ ferences created by the sale through good-faith bargaining. Dean Corgey, SIU vice president for the gulf coast, stated the union hopes to have the situation resolved soon. "We are meeting with Kirby and trying to get everything worked out," he told the Seafarers LOG. Sabine's SIU members are meet­ ing on a regular basis with union officials in the Port Arthur, Texas area, where the fleet is based. Seafarers with any questions are urged to contact the union. Kirby acquired 33 owned and five leased tank barges, 11 owned and &?a.5=l'ii#BS!(>SFr ,-i ; four leased tugboats, three bowboats and eight owned towboats from its purchase of Sabine. The company, based in Houston, also counts as a subsidiary SlU-con- :ft!| tracted Dixie Carriers which operates tugs and barges along the Mississippi River system, the Gulf of Mexico, the Caribb^ Basin and the Atlantic and Pacific coasts. • ft - • i Left to right, Sabine Captain Richard Nelson, Chief Engineer Lew Lahaye and Mate Dallas Higgins wait for a union meeting to begin on a Port Arthur harbor tug. A;"; V..'"''-'a" •' . ^.ft <.,ft iA-' :i'-^1. " M':' r' 'rtS'Wxi ft-sftftyp.. ft",,t'Kft �imirr»a2 SfilF4ffEIISI0C Seafefws tUm MfsiA Rating to Hew Houston Cllnto '-iK •- Con^nuedfrom page 11 ••w • physical examinations being handled with personal dignity." The! clinic offers various health care services, including emergency treatment. Seafarers and their de­ pendents who are covered by the union's medical plan are encouraged to use the clinic for emergency care when possible. The clinic's founder, Dr. Patrick Wills, serves as chairman of the Department of Medicine at St. Joseph's Hospital. He, two other doctors and a technical staff have been treating SIU members and their families at the new facility. U '^ •;\7 -i -i,,;., ':;.-'-i.j^^,'.; l:'-:.P>'t:.:"P:r^- 11 I. Two more physicians are ^heduled to join the staff this sum , niii iiiMiLiiiiiiiiii^^^M g^j fnemberg^from left) Felipe Torres, Ron Tarantino and Omaha Redda relax in clinic waiting room. ffpilS I ,.v^^^;:;|7^.:^S7;J,;; ^; S/ ^V", . :'• •• ;J_ '•/ •. . _ • , Jeanne McNair, SWP clinic administrator, chats with nurse Betty Butler. ^ .•/' • ... V ;-, *V. . i Longtime Seafarer Raul Guerra commends the SIU for joining Wills. Health Unit in Houston Destgnated as New PPO ,-. '.. '..i 17 The Seafarers Welfare Plan has To date, the SIU has designated designated another noted medical nine PPOs. The union's PPO pro­ facility as a preferred provider or­ gram is designed to assure that ganization (PPO). A PPO is a Seafarers and their families clinic or hospital which agrees to receive quality health care, and to provide services to a group, in this help the plan combat peipetually case Seafarers and their families, rising health care costs. for a negotiated reimbursement rate. As of May 1, the SIU con­ tracted with St. Joseph Hospital in Houston, three blocks from the Houston union hall. St. Joseph Hospital is an 841bed complex which was founded in 1887. It is noted for its excellent cardiovascular, oncology and plastic surgery services and its outpatient programs. More than 200,000 babies have been delivered there. Additionally, St. Joseph has full-service mental health facilities and also participates in medical education through an af­ filiation with the University of Texas Medical School at Houston. The hospital has more than 2,200 employees and 600 medical staff members. AB Mike Tannehill had emer­ gency surgery at the hospital. "It's the best hospital in Houston," he said. "My whole family has used St. Joseph's. The doctors and tiurses are qualified, professional and St. Joseph Hospital offers a complete jrovide great service." iiSiP *;V.-.T-/^ ^r:;;-:.;''r'-H-.. Deck department members Ken Gilliam (left) and Mike Tannehill stopped by the clinic. /. • :777'~ •;• Y-''' Y'" • -'r^', '•' '• SrU membeie Nile and Linda Dean agree the Wills Diagnostic Clinic represents "a step up" for the Seafarers. ; }., range of treatments. X V,,, / -S • J?.. _ „^ . _,s Pv0 �H mri9K • • '• j:,-' •:4''4 "' SEOFARBISiMS 15 Gibson Says New Ships Are Key te U.S.-Fiag FieePs Future la Ip; ^-r^ilp Continued from page 3 subsidies to characterize the in­ dustry. Shipping companies "col­ lected the subsidies for the shipbuilders, thus relieving them of that stigma and at the same time they became the government's agent to provide a supplemental payment to American seamen in order that they have a living wage." "None of this money remained with the shipping companies. Yet in the minds of the public and many in government, the shipowners are recipients of great largesse," noted Gibson. Gibson told the group of industry and government officials attending the 1992 Paul Hall Memorial Lecture that "the imminent demise of the American merchant marine is too im­ portant to be allowed to go unnoticed. It is an issue worthy of national debate," he said. Gibson recalled that President Nixon had "constantly referred to the goal of America being number one and this included its mer­ chant marine... If we once began to settle for being second best, then in­ evitably we would lose much of what has made this country great." Following his address, Gibson was presented with an etching in glass of a likeness of Paul Hall by University of Southern California's Dean of Natural Sciences and Math, Dr. Robert Douglas, who was ac­ companied by the Hancock Institute's director, Neal Sullivan. 4 Herbert Brand, chairman of the Paul Hall Memorial Committee, recalled the close working relationship and common goal of Gibson and the late SlU president. Captain Donald L. Keech (USN ret.), ex­ ecutive director of (JSC's Hancock In­ stitute for Marine Studies, described the history of the lecture series. I-If: •' -an " Senate Rebuffs Amendment Nation's Economic Security To Scuttle Caryo Preference Tied to U.S. Shipping: Koch : 'lis:/ /I ;- -••MM 'msh:: ,;• • "u ^-vWTi The U.S. Senate strongly recon­ firmed its support of the U.S.-flag merchant marine by defeating an amendment which tried to sink cargo preference laws. By a vote of 69 to 21 on April 10, the Senate rejected Senator Charles Grassley's (R-Iowa) attempt to tack an anti-cargo preference amendment to the Fiscal Year 1993 budget resolution. Both Democrats and Republicans teamed up against Grassley to stop his proposal. "Mr. President, here we go again," said John Breaux (D-La.), chairman of the Senate Merchant Marine Sub­ committee, referring to the Iowa senator's numerous attempts to scut­ tle U.S. shipping. "This is probably the 12th time this body has con­ sidered this approach to do away with something that the majority of the Senate and the majority of the House and the administration solidly sup­ port, and they do that because it is a good provision to try to help promote an American industry that is in desperate need of assistance. "I am always enthralled by the fact that the senator from Iowa points out we could save a couple hundred mil­ lion dollars if we did away with the cargo preference program," Breaux continued. "In 1989, we could have saved about $7 billion to $8 billion if we did away with all the farm programs. Is anybody suggesting that? I doubt it." Siding with Breaux and the U.S.flag fleet in the floor debate was Thad Cochran (R-Miss.). "I frankly have a strong view that our merchant marine is one of our most valuable national assets," he told his colleagues. Paul Sarbanes (D-Md.) stated the question before the Senate as "whether the United States is going to continue to be in any respect—^it certainly has considerably diminished—a seafaring nation. I think we should be." This was the first major attempt in either chamber of Congress during the 1992 session to do away with cargo preference laws. A requirement that 75 percent of government-generated food aid car­ goes be carried on U.S. bottoms, which was part of the 1990 farm bill, passed that year despite repeated at­ tempts by Grassley and major agri­ business interests to defeat that portion of the legislation. ilTSB Cites industry, Crew Lapses in Fatai Tanker Expiosion Siy.-k. •m 2:'2" mm :S J5 £< : Lack of specific guidelines and inefficient actions by two senior of­ ficers during inspection of a ballast tank caused a fatal explosion on the tanker Surf City, according to a Na­ tional Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) report. The ballast tank on the 761-foot Kuwaiti vessel—^then flying the U.S. flag—contained naphtha fumes. The blast and resulting fire, which blazed for two weeks, killed the master and chief mate, injured eight and caused $32 million in damage. The accident occurred off the coast of the United Arab Emirates in 1990. The report indicates naphtha had leaked from a cargo tank into the starboard ballast tank, where Ae chief mate was inspecting an in­ operative gauge that measures the ship's draft. He had ordered two bal­ last tanks ventilated so he could enter --£<,-'.*"11 i-i •) Continued from page 5 after the unfair practices other na­ tions impose that discriminate against U.S. operators, he cautioned, "& there was no U.S. fleet engaged in these activities, the U.S. government is not going to go after foreign countries imposing restrictions on German or Danish or Japanese carriers." The U.S. government aggressive­ ly has pursued unfair trade practices in shipping because "there are U.S. carriers in the trade who have an in­ terest in providing top quality com­ petitive service," he said. Thus, "the U.S government has a real stake in being involved." Ironically, while the U.S. govern­ ment has been battling to bre^ down unfair trade practices against American shipping, domestic regula­ tions and laws have been making the U.S. fleet less competitive. "In the United States, the tax structure is not only not designed to be favorable to shipping but there are many things that we have imposed unilaterally on our own industty to make them less competitive," said Koch. He also pointed to the U.S. law that forces American shipowners who repair their vessels in foreign Looking to the Future yards to pay a 50 percent duty on the When asked if there is a message entire value of the repair work when he would like to convey to the young the ship comes back to a U.S. port. Economic Security at Stake The nation needs a merchant marine not only for national defense purposes but also for economic security, points out Koch. "If this country becomes ICQ percent de­ pendent on foreign shipping lines, we risk becoming economically vul­ nerable and that is a position we should not be in." Koch cited what the FMC has been able to do to break down trade barriers and to liberalize trade in order to ensure fair rates for the marine transport of goods—an ap- men and women entering the American merchant marine through the union's Lundeberg School train­ ing program, the Federlal Maritime Commission chairman said every seaman should be aware of the ef­ forts taking place within the govern­ ment to save U.S. shipping. "There are a lot of folks in D.C. who are trying to make sure the young women and men entering the industry have a secure future. . . It would be a mistake to think it is going to be easy. It is never easy. But we may be facing the last wake up call here and I think there is a very genuine attempt to try to come up with a policy to make sure those folks have a future to look forward to," Koch said. proach that has been beneficial to the them, and the additional air com­ American public as well as American bined with naphtha probably made shippers and shipping companies. one tank's atmosphere explosive, ac­ While the FMC's mission is to go cording to a board investigator. "ITie NTSB determines that the probable cause . . . was the lack of Cniise InduslryProviiies Challenge to Govemment adequate industry standards regard­ The support for a U.S.-flag cruise ing ventilation and entry procedures Continued from page 3 ship industry spans labor, the busi­ into ballast tanks," the report said. The Congress took the first step ness sector and Congress. Now, with "Also causal to the accident was the proper govemment initiative and failure of the master and chief mate towards providing American in­ direction, American cmise in­ to secure the forced ventilation and dustry with an ability to enter the dustry can an be pushed off that will close the tank after becoming aware cruise sector when earlier this year it spawn American companies with enacted legislation to allow gaming of the naphtha in the ballast tank." workers. In light of the incident, the board activities on U.S.-flag passenger U.S. With leadership and involvement called on the Coast Guard and other ships. from the U.S. govemment, the bil­ international regulators to develop The measure, which was signed lions of dollars put into the cmise clear and specific procedures for into law by the president, means that industry from American passengers entering and ventilating ballast tanks, U.S.-flag passenger ships sailing on on vacation itineraries utilizing to improve tanker fire-control sys­ the high seas will be able to offer the American ports can bring millions of tems, and to prohibit routing of bal­ same kind of gaming activities that dollars in corporate taxes and income last piping through cargo tanks and the foreign-flag cruise ships have had taxes of workers to the U.S. treasury. cargo piping through ballast tanks. for years. 1' •I.-"'', -J, 7' r',: i*.,,'. �•• !- '"-^ -v " «,» " •;l-y;.' '; r4Sf" •3^:'W'^'^.V-'' y .••• •*^_'J'';^08fflBBHBB^f.-''1 •' ''/ .y y'' •'••:: ,7/ i||;|»||||f|t/ .^ . , . i>.. .»v---^^-">* =-«"•• ' -'•• • ^ .• -r.l .^"^. TM" SEAFARBISiOe 16 mriaaz '•''• .;'. ,'..i;:.i^ • .-';iV-'ijfrts;^?^£rt2E«ESi. • • • ' • ' " -r *• In 1992 Paul Hall Memorial Lecture, Andrew Gibson Points to Maritime Dilemma Facing Nation Andrew E. Gibson, the Emory S. Land Chair of Maritime Affairs at the U.S. Naval War College, delivered the 1992 Paul Hall Memorial Lecture last month in Washington, D.C. The text of Professor Gibson's lecture, entitled "Where There Is No Vision," appears on these two pages. The lecture is one in a series begun in 1987by the Paul Hall Memorial Endowment at the University of Southern California. The endowment was established shortly after SIU President Paul Hall died in 1980by friends and associates in organized labor and the maritime industry. Professor Gibson was formerly president of Delta Steamship Lines, and for many years was a senior executive of the Grace Lines. He was Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Maritime Affairs from 1969-1972 and in that capacity developed the administration's maritime program as well as the enabling legislation that became the Merchant Marine Act of1970. The Paul Hall Memorial Endowment promotes marine transportation educational programs. The Endowment's lecture series was developed in 1987. It honors distinguished contributors to marine transportation, bringing to the public their thoughts in the form of an annual lecture series. ^ "^vV3 J: • ^V'.•••';. •-,;'•• r,^; ••^%;';,7i?.A'- •••'•??- "•v-v?''•'. 7- •"•' ••!. • I.: '• 7>' r •; :-:'yeyy.':k •Cv.'w;'S:-' It is a distinct pleasure for me to be here today for the purpose of honoring the memory of Paul Hall. In fact, since today's brief lecture will be devoted to discussing the future of the American merchant marine, for many of us recalling our association with Paul may well be the most pleasurable thing about it. The Mghest accolade that Paul Hall could bestow on anyone was that he was a "professional." Paul had been a profession^ boxer in his younger days. He well knew it is not the amateurs who win fights and go on to become champions. It is those who know Aeir goals. His ability to build and lead his union, the SIU, as well as to promote programs to enhance the welfare of the maritinie industry, made Wm truly outstanding. In my four years in government, as well as the years following (until his untimely death), 1 spent considerable time with his company and neverceased to be impressed.1have been with him in the company of our ambassador in Geneva, several Cabinet of­ ficers, as weU as with the president of the United States, and in every case he deported himself not only with great self assurance but with real style. He was indeed a true "professional." A year ago, there was an outpouring of patriotic fervor exceeding anything seen in this country since the end of the Second World War. For the first time in almost 50 years the merchant mariners who had manned much of the vital sealift in Desert Shield marched grandly down Pennsylvania Avenue alongside the combat veterans. It was a proud mo­ ment, hut fleeting. As Charlie Hiltzheimer remarked at last year's AOTOS award dinner, "The war did create heightened awareness [of the merchant marine] wWch unfortunately may he forgotten very quickly." How right he was! In the aftermath of Desert Storm, there is a pronounced tendency to focus on the good things that happened and minimize or even ignore those things that worked only partially or not at all. Desert Shield confirmed what every study of a regional conflict in Southwest Asia had concluded, and that was that the United States had insufficient sealift to deliver the required weapons and supporting equipment on time. The Marines' Maritime Prepositioned Ships (MPS), the merchant ships stationed in Diego Garcia loaded with Army and Air Force equipment and ammunition, the Fast Sealift Ships (FSS) and 43 of the ships in the Ready Reserve Force manned by merchant seamen generally performed their assigned tasks well. As Vice Admiral Donovan, Commander, Military Sealift Command (MSC) remarked,"... it had gone well—^far better than expected." In addition, during this first phase, 73 ships were charteredmore than half of them flying forei^ flags. During the first month of the war, instead of having a heavy ^vision and a significant part of its support­ ing equipment in place as the plan called for, there was only the Seventh Marine Brigade and the 82nd Airborne Division standing between a large, heavily armed Iraqi force and the Saudi Arabian oil ftelds. Much more emphasis might have been placed on the possible fate of these troops if the Iraqi Army had continued their southward invasion. 'The imminent demise of the American merchant marine is too important to be allowed to go unnoticed,' The rapidly declining American Merchant Marine was a major factor in &e problem. While the Navy had spent well over seven billion dollars to increase sealift capacity during the 1980s, little or no support was provided to sustain a viable U.S. merchant fleet. The scarcity of trained seamen, as the result of this decline, contributed to the problem of activating laidup ships. Sam Skinner, then Secretaiy of Transporta­ tion, noted during the activation period, "putting less than half of the emergency fleet in service has nearly exhausted the nation's supply of merchant mariners." Too often Desert Storm is being described as the "100-hour war." It was a seven-month war requiring all of that time to position the forces and their equip- ment to secure ultimate victory. It took every bit of the time available to achieve the final result, and there is no doubt that the sealift drove the timetable. Before the grand offensive started in February, the United States used virtually every available vessel in the world capable of moving heavy equipinent, including more than 100 foreign charters. In testimony before the Senate Armed Services Conunittee, last year General Colin Powell said in response to a quiestion concerning Operation Desert Shield. "If there is one thing I would like to have had more of last summer and early fall, it would have been large capacity, roll-on/roU-off kind of ships." He went on to say that we should continue to seek oppor­ tunities for pre-positioning ammunition and equip­ ment in distant parts of the world, and although he didn't say so, much of this would inevitably be ^oat. Nowhere can there be found in his remarks or in DOD planning documents any support for a revitalized merchant marine. The imminent deijnise of the American merchant marine is too important to be allowed to go unnoticed. It is an issue worthy of national debate. The whole question of the need or even the desirability of main­ taining a national-flag commercial fleet should be honesdy and realistic^y addressed. When the ques­ tion is raised in generd terms it is almost always answered in the affirmative. Laudatory Maritime Day speeches from prominent members of the administra­ tion and the Congress are a dime a dozen. It is only when the necessary legislative changes are proposed and meaningful programs are put forward that effec­ tive support is found wanting. In the fall there will be a presidential election, and it should be a time when the candidates for that office begin to state their positions on a variety of national issues. In the past, the future of the American Mer­ chant Marine was included. President Nixon laid out a detailed plan to revive U.S. maritime industries in a speech given in Seattle in the fall of 1968. The 1970 Merchant Marine Act was a direct result of that commitment which in turn resulted in the largest peacetime shipbuilding program in U.S. history. President Reagan made a similar, although not so detailed, conunitment in 1980. His maritime program embrac^ not only the merchant marine but included a major expansion of the Navy. The $100 billion naval shipbuilding program that followed amply ful­ filled that part of lus pl^ge. However, support for the merchant marine was virtually non-existent. Presi­ dent Reagan not only eliminated all subsidies for commercial shipbuilding, but by leaving in place the requirement for domestic building in order for the shipowner to qualify for government programs, he may have doomed the U.S. international fleet to eventual extinction. The excuse offered for the failure to address the problem was, that lacking a clear consensus in the industry for the type of program to be developed, the administration could not or would not do anything. One has to wonder how many govemment programs developed in the past 200 years, that dftectly affected a diverse interest group, ever had a similar require­ ment. For an industry in which both management and labor not only fight among themselves, but wiA each other, such a requirement makes fulfillment impos­ sible and the imposed condition an absolute mockery. to provide excellent service, the owner must have the best equipment and thai means that aging ships must be continuaUy replaced by better ones,' r.y; f.. -~JI.-- '-if irii? I'i ife - • More than 140 representatives of govemment, the shipping industry, the legal and press fields attended the 1992 Paul Hall Memorial lecture given by former Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Maritime Affairs Andrew E. Gibson. President Bush came into office wiA no com­ parable commitment. He had stated his intention to establish "an executive branch maritime hmson other than the Secretary of Transportation. He in­ tended the holder of that position to coordinate^ advise him on commercial maritime issues, im position has never been filled. That niay be the res of his considering, on reflection, that it was prooa y more trouble than it was worth. . Recently, two of the premier U.S. companies, American Resident Lines (ArL.j Sea-Land, served notice on the govemment that they could no longer pay the price of flying our country's flag unless changes were made in our regulatory system and applicable tax laws. These companies and some others have been trying in vain to have the future viability of the American merchant marine raised as a national issue. ^.. American shipping companies unwisely allowed themselves to become characterized as the recipients of subsidies,* As John Lillie, the chairman of APL said, "What we're trying to do is start a debate and get a decision." He added, "If we get to 1995 without these decisions, then time itself is going to make the decision." The date is cmcial for APL, for in 1997 their subsidy contract expires. The administration has made it quite pliain that they do not intend to renew any Operational Differential Subsidy agreement, and obviously APL will not wait until Ae last minute tobegin the necessary changes. Sea-Land does not receive CDS and won't wait that long. Lykes has already begun to charger foreign-flag sWps to service their t^e routes as their over-age ships can no longer qualify for subsidy. When the 1936 merchant marine legislation was enacted, the American shipping companies unwisely allowed themselves to become characterized as the recipients of subsidies. They collected the subsidies for the shipbuilders, thus relieving the builders of that stigma, and at the same time they became the government's agent to provide a supplemental pay­ ment to American seamen in order that they have a living wage. None of this money remained with the shipping companies. Yet in the minds of the public and many in government, the shipowners are recipients of great largesse. Recently, a senior military officer wanted to know why die shipping companies attempted to make a profit on their car­ riage of military cargoes during Desert Shield since they got so much money from the government al­ ready! Unfortunately, this is an opinion shared by many in the Department of Defense and in the Con­ gress. APL and Sea-Land have presented much of their appeal for support to DOD, pointing to what they consider the essential contribution made by the American merchant marine to national defense. They can be proud of the role that their companies played in Desert Storm, and most in the militaiy estab­ lishment appear to recognize their contribution. But, apart from providing a polite audience and maybe a little sympathy, 1 can find no evidence that DOD considers it to be their responsibility to come to the aid of the industry. There is an iron law of international trade, and that is to be successful you have to be very good or very cheap. Since American shipowners do no have-the latter option, the American shipowner has to con­ centrate on providing excellent service at competitive rates. In the liner trades it is remarkable, given the obstacles that exist, that some American owners have done as well as they have. But to provide excellent service, the owner must have the best equipment and that means that aging ships must be continually replaced by better ones. And th^ must be repla^ at prices comparable to the best that the competition can obtain. Ibis leads to some important questions and these are the ones for which APL and Sea-Land are specifically trying to obtain answers. Will the shipbuildi^ and their con^ssional allies allow changes to existing law to permit companies to acquire foreign-built ships and still retain access to non-defense government cargoes? Will they allow these companies to continue to receive Gyrating Differentijd Subsidy for pa;pient to their American crews? Will the same coedition ^ow the removal of the 50 percent ad valorem tax on foreign repairs in order for U.S. companies to be placed on a par with their foreign competitors? The wage differential for seamen sailing with the subsidized shipping companies, if compared to com­ petent Korean, Taiwanese and Filipino crews, is at least $1.5 million per ship year. So now the question is: Is there any way that companies like APL, Sea-Land and Lykes can absorb such a differential and remain in business? A related question is, if the U.S. government doesn't think it is important to have a supply of continually trained American seamen available for emergencies (such as the recent war in the Gulf), why should the shipowner, even if he could afford to do so? Let us consider an owner who wants to fly the U.S. flag on his ships and employ Americans to run them. Certainly some of the maritime unions in recent years have encouraged the non-subsidized operators to do just that, making significant wage concessions. A major impediment to such an owner doing this is that under current U.S. law he is forced to employ far larger crews on his ships than do his competitors. In spite of attempts to obscure the question of crew size by raising safety issues, a recent study by the National Research Council finds no such linkage. Another question then might be: How soon can U.S. laws related to crewing 1^ amended so as to bring them into conformity with international standards? This is an effort that could be initiated immediately by the U.S. Coast Guard. And if the administration is r^y concerned about the cost of subsidies, this is a good place to start The administration has formed a working policy group to address these issues. The interesting thing will be if they meet their June timefiame. The group is to report their findings around June 14intestimony to Congress. It also be interesting, to find out whether the group will succeed in keeping their recommendations focused on the merchant marine problem. Or will the shipbuilders manage to insert themselves and cloud the issue? President Bush reminded us in his Aspen speech given in August 1990, that in the future we will probably face diffoent challenges than those for which we had been preparing.The president said: "... in many of the conflicts we could face, we may not have the luxury of matching manpower with prepositioning material. We'll have to have air and sealift capacities to get our forces where they are needed, when they are needed." In the new world order, if these issues are not faced and solutions found to the present problems, it is almost certain that there will not be an American merchant marine available to meet those future emer­ gencies that the president foresaw. There undoubtedly wiU be a greatly enlarged Ready Reserve Force and possibly a program can be developed to provide reserve manpower to activate the more modem, diesel powered portion of that fleet. However, there is little question that this will be more expensive than removing the myriad restrictions that unnecessarily add to today's costs as well as provid­ ing some form of wage differential for American crews. Unfortunately, the more expensive option seems to be the one Aat DOD finds most attractive. One final observation should be made. There is a growing realization among many of those who at­ tempt to frame future defense strategies, that the United States has entered a phase where attrition warfare is neither probable nor of major concem. It is believed no credible war scenario envisions a irolonged non-nuclear war that involves major ship osses. As a result, some ^ople are beginning to question procuremrat policies that-continually sup­ port defense industries based on the claim that this type of surge capacity is essential in a future global conflict. It may be too much to hope that the debate on an issue involving millions of dollars and thousands of jobs can be carried out in a way that keeps the national interest uppermost. Politicians inevitably have been successful in side-stepping this kind of decision. This doesn't indicate a lack of integrity or even political courage on their part. It is more the result of die intense pulling and tugging of opposing political forces to which they are continually subjected. Often it arises from real differences in how best to resolve this problem. The result has been described as "politi­ cal gridlock." Dr. Robert Douglas, dean of natural sciences and math, University of Southern Callfomla, presents Andrew E. Gib­ son, the 1992 Paul Hall Memorial Lecturer, with an etching in glass of the late SIU president. The lecture series Is a jsrogram of the Paul Hall Memorial Endowment which promotes the study of marine transportation programs In­ side and outside USC. Until the Department of Defense is willing to define clearly the amount of shipbuilding capacity required to construct future U.S. naval vessels, the proponents of a shipbuilding mobilization base suffi­ cient to sustain the merchant fleet in a sea war of attrition may well prevail. The result will be not any new ships, but the dnottling of any serious considera­ tion of removing legislation that is a major cause of denying American shipowners the ability to compete. Earlier, 1 indicated that President Nixon was the last president to present and carry out a meaningful maritime program.1 recall Paul Hall telling him that he hadn't voted for him in the first election because 'Nowhere can there be found in,,, DOD planning documents any support for a revitalized merchant marine, * he didn't believe that he would fulfill the commitment made during the election campaign. But, since he had, he could be assured of his fiill support in the future. As the Nixon administration went down, Paul con­ tinued his support to the last. 1believe Resident Nixon, despite the self-inflicted tragedy that befell him, may have demonstrated what has since been called "the vision-thing" to a greater extent than any who have followed. He constantly referred to the goal of America being Number One, and this included its merchant marine. He said he knew we couldn't be Number One in everything, but had to try. If we once began to settle for being second best, then inevitably we would lose much of what has made this country great. For more thm 200 years, the American merchant marine has played an important role in sustaining and supporting this country's greatness. While this role is changing, it certainly has not ceased. APL and SeaLand have challenged the administration to demonstrate the political will to bring about the necessary changes to allow them to continue to fly the American flag and remain competitive. This may be the last opportunity, for as the chairman of APL has said, a lack of decisive action is in itself a clear decision no matter how unwelcome. For those who may be unfamiliar with the title of this address, let me complete the quotation for you. It is from the book of Proverbs and it is: "Where there is no vision, the people perish." Thank you. - '1 •- '1', �Ksm r,-..j<*'-'«i'nte-.z-^tj>i'ii^ca'itr';!SSSiSSlSrS^^ 18 ^-v- ^L. • ' •:- - SEAFMERSLOa MAY 19^ Uamgansett's GSD Memb&s Are Ready lor Anything 'h' I , t>. t. r . • SIU Government Services Division members have to be ready for anything aboard the USNS Narragansett. But the latest mission is one all will remember. The Military Sealift CommandPacific Fleet (MSG?AC) tugboat towed the USS Missouri to its final port of Bremerton, Wash, after the battleship, which served in three wars and served as host for the Japanese surrender at the end of World War U, was decommissioned. MSCPAC officials praised the work by the tug's crewmembers for the way they handled the 10-day tow from Long Beach, Calif. "Both ships are old pros at this type of job," said Captain R.W. Addicott, MSCPAC commander, of the tow handled by the Narragansett and assisted by the USNS Navajo, another Government Services Division-crewed tug. "They have skilled crews with lots of experience that make a difficult job look easy. We have lots of praise for their hard work and dedication." The Narragansett operates up and down the west coast of the United States on a variety of missions. "We tow targets and disabled ves­ sels," AB Jerry DaufTenbach told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG recently. "We go out on salvage operations. We go wherever we are needed." "This vessel is a real workhorse," added ABAVatchman Thomas "TJ** Williams Jr., a 15-year member of the Government Services Division. "We get asked to do a lot of things up and down the west coast." .1 The USNS Narragansett tows the USS Missouri to its layup port of Bremerton, Wash, following the battleship's decommission ceremony. Other operations for the Nar­ ragansett include search and rescue missions, aid in oil-spill clean-ups, firefighting support and service as a platform for diving operations. The tug also was involved in towing the aircraft carrier USS Midway from San Diego to Bremerton and the bat­ tleship USS New Jersey from Long Beach to the Washington port. The Narragansett is one of seven tugs operated by MSCPAC named after Native American tribes. The 226-foot vessel takes the name of the tribe who founded the state of Rhode Island. v Engine Utility Endorsement Needed Under New MSCPAC RaUng Schedule .,;• ^ ty's'" • i The SIU's Government Services Division is seeking an extension for the deadline fireman/watertenders and oilers are facing to upgrade to engine utility on Military Sealift Command-Pacific Fleet (MSCPAC) steamships. Roy "Buck" Mercer, SIU vice president for government services, will meet with U.S. Navy Vice Ad­ miral Francis R. Donovan, head of the Military Sealift Command, early this month to discuss MSCPAC man­ ning situation, including the rating change. 200 Members Affected The announcement issued by Donovan in March stated that the positions of fireman/watertender and oiler would be replaced by the newly ; created engine utility (watch) rating. Approximately 200 members are affected by the decision. The Government Services Division rep­ resents unlicensed mariners for MSCPAC vessels. According to Mercer, MSCPAC has not offered any type of upgrading to prepare the fireman/watertenders and oilers to qualify for the engine utility endorsement. Complete Tours of Duty "The oilers will have to get their fireman/watertender endorsement to qualify for engine utility, while the firem^watertenders will have to ac­ quire their oiler endorsement," he said. Despite the announcement. Mer­ cer has been told by MSCPAC that fireman/watertenders and oilers who do not qualify for the engine utility rating but are sailing when October arrives would be able to complete their tour of duty. However, the members would have to get the engine utility endor­ sement before they could sign on to another vessel. Government Services Division members who have any questions concerning the announced position changes should contact SIU Vice President Mercer at 350 Fremont Street, San Francisco, Calif. 94105, or a member may call (415)8613400. Taking a call on the Nairagansett's deck is AB/Watchman Thomas TJ" Williams Jr. MSCPAC Expects le Leave Subic Bay by Summer's End The Military Sealift CommandPacific Fleet (MSCPAC) expects its withdrawal operations from the U.S. Navy base at Subic Bay in the Philip­ pines to be completed by the end of summer. Vessels that were homebased at the facility are receiving orders for new locations in the Pacific, includ­ ing Guam and Singapore, according to MSCPAC. The SIU's Government Services Notice To Government Service Seafarers: Wage Charts Areon the Way Updated wage, overtime and penalty rate ch^itsifo^ SIU Govern­ ment Services Division members are arriving aboard Military Sealift Command-Pacific Fleet (MSCPAC) vessels. The charts, effective October 1, 1991, reflect a 4.1 percent increase in wages which was announced in AB Jerry Oauffenbach adjusts a valve aboard the MSCPAC tugboat. February. Government Services Division members already should be receiving the increases retroac­ tive from September 29. Members with any questions or problems should contact Roy "Buck" Mercer, SIU vice presidciit for government services, at (415)861-3400. Division provides unlicensed crewmembers for MSCPAC ships. Already the last battle group, headed by the USS Independence, has departed the longtime Navy base. The Adept, the smallest of the three drydocks used in the shipyards, has been towed to Smgapore. The others are expected to be moved later this year. The United States started withdrawing from Subic Bay, its last military outpost in the Philippines, shortly after that nation's senate refused last September to extend the lease on the base. Earlier in 1991, the U.S. decided not to rebuild Clark Air Base after it was heavily damaged by the volcanic eruption of Mt. Pinatubo. The naval b^e, 50 miles west of Manila, had generated $203 million in yearly lease payments and ap­ proximately $344 million in annual payroll for 37,0(X) Filipino workers. Subic Bay must be vacated by December 31. .rAMfA--'-- "t- �I .• .•V MAY 1892 . -iiisgJiflS SEOFARBISWe Congress Readies Measure To Assist New Bedferd Fieet Efiorts are being sought in the U.S. Senate to clarify tax language that would simplify the tax withhold­ ing policy for fishermen in New Bed­ ford, Mass. The measure, already passed by both the Senate and House of Repre­ sentatives, would clarify a provision in the Intemal Revenue Code of 1986 to calculate crew size on a fishing vessel on an annual, not quarterly, basis. Because of a ruling by the In­ ternal Revenue Service (IRS) in 1988, the owner of every fishing boat in the nation's largest per catch fish­ ing port has been hit with back taxes and fines. "These back taxes could destroy our whole fishing industry," Port Agent Henri Francois told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. "They have made us a test case. Everybody has been affected." ITie present legislation, sponsored by Senator Edward M. Kennedy (DMass.), would not reduce the amount of taxes to be paid by the fishermen, but would clarify how and when such taxes would be collected. Members are urged to contact their repre­ sentatives in Congress to support the proposal. The 1986 code declared that fishermen on vessels with a crew of less than 10 people are selfemployed and would have to file their own state and federal withhold­ ing taxes. This included all SlU-contracted Bshing vessels in the New Bedford fleet, according to Francois. i-iM in.i...^..iiyiiu .' . • LOG-A-RHYTHM Rollin' With the Swells In 1988, the IRS decided crew size by Bill Daniels should be counted quarterly rather than take the annual average. The Bill Daniels, who sails out of the port of New Orleans, wrote this poem (it agency then made its ruling retroac­ tive to 1985. Because of the change, was actually intended to be the lyric sheet to a song) while sailing at^ard the the IRS claimed boat owners owe USNS Sealift China late last year. An SIU member since 1990, the steward more than $11 million in back taxes, department member also sail^ aboard the USNS Bellatrix during Operation Desert Sortie in the Persian Gulf. penalties and interest. Because of the ruling, Kennedy, in When the wind is wailing 'and the ship is heading' south. a letter to IRS Commissioner Shirley And the waves leap up like the hounds of Hell, Peterson, wrote, "In New Bedford, virtually the entire fishing fleet, all foamin' at the mouth, which constitutes the primary in­ like a penny that's been tossed dustry in southeastern Mas­ into a wishing well . ^ sachusetts, is in jeopardy of being when the sea gets rough I'll ' i . i seized as a result of IRS action." be hanging tough and , ' " Representative Gerry Studds (DMass.), whose district includes New rollin'with the swells. ' ^' Bedford, passed a bill in the last ses­ sion of Congress to correct the IRS Sometimes the sea is calm and clear, decision. just like a brand new bride, Kennedy worked with the staff of but wine can turn to vinegar with the Senate Finance Committee to in­ theturnin'ofthetide. clude the clarification in the 1992 tax When the Sirens start their singing code legislation. Despite calls for no to the tune of wedding bells individual member or district items, Kennedy secured the measure in the tied to the mast, my ears stuffed with wax bill. I'll be rollin' with the swells. With help from Studds, Senator John Kerry (D-Mass.) and Repre­ Now the rain beats on the deck sentative Brian Donnelly (D-Mass.), I hear the high wind moan. the clarification was approved by And our ship is tossed and rockin' and both branches of the Congress. so far away from home. However, President Bush vetoed But when we make it back again the package for reasons other than the New Bedford provision. Because of we'II have a tale to tell the earlier support in both the House about sailin' on these stormy seas and and Senate, it is expected the clarifica­ rollin'with the swells. • tion will pass once again when itmakes its way through Congress. Now you can sell your soul for money or sell it for a fix. Or you can turn your life around Or you can turn a trick And there's always somefool's paradise , a half a stepfrom Hell. ^ ^ When the sea gets rough ^ I I'll keep hanging tough C ; and rollin' with the swells. • -"' •• ' i• ; vO. ; In Memory of Boatman John Wodka ' • •' '<• •- .i- Senator Edward M. Kennedy (D-Mass.>, speaking at last month's Workers Memorial Day, continues to push for clarification of the New Bedford fishing fieet tax laws. Polish Mayor Studies U.S. Shipping «*- St. Louis Field Representative Steve Jackson (right) discusses U.S.-fiag maritime policies with Wladyslaw Tomasz LIsewski (left), mayor of Szczecin, Poland, during a seminar arranged by the Public Policy Research Center of the University of Missouri at St. Louis. Mark Karpinski (renter) served as interpreter at the event sponsored by the World Affairs Council of St. Louis. •'Ji A wreath-laying ceremony was held in the port of Baltimore to honor the memory of Seafarer John Wodka, 41, who died March 7. Wodka had been a member of the SIU since 1970. The above photo was taken on the stem of the McAllister tug America. Pictured from left to right are Ed Johansen, president McAllister of Baltimore; Jake Bryant port engineer; Bill Bryant comany engineer; J. Payne, tug engineer; Tom Lemaiie, deckhand; Norm Gifford and Captain Jeff Parkin. -J •' :K,- •• •' A•• Ail')®. �. - "-v -.. 5fillvlUffiRS£IN; • •, . • ; . .-^>'>,,a-:^ June & July pispatchers' Report for Deep Sea • >' A ' . DeepSeaiUrifea^ Inland Waters vr:V:: ^•t:a..SS v-:^; f ' ' • - •':-, ,.• • •• •': t • K -! --K. ; •;; I?'"'", "ft •,"• '.•i''s • ,'.: .' 'i ;;|:;:;S!|t2 > i : , ,r'., •^. '^• 'v ;•. / rv *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups ClassA ClassB ClassC Piney Point Monday, June 8 Port ;;fy ,; Monday^ July 6 .'' . • New York Tuesday, June 9 Tuesday, July 7 Philadelphia Wednesday, June 10 Wednesday, July B Baltimore Thursday, June 11 Thursday, July 9 ••Noifhlk"^-::':,-4 Seattle Thursday, June 11 Puerto Rico * Tinirsday, July 9 Honolulu JadcsonvUle ; Houston Thursday, June 11 / ?? fitfi®:;: Thursday, July 9 St. Louis iKney Point; Algonac Algonac y Fiiday, June 12 Friday, July 10 Totals Houston :„.Port; Monday, June 15 New York Monday, July 13 |]%iladelphia |v Ne Baltimore f Tuesdayv June 16 y 't • Norfolk Tuesday, July 14 Mobile ., Mobile,,,.Jy.i New Orleans Wednesday, June 17 ijacfeonville-: Wednesday, July 15 San Francisco San Francisco Wilminj Hiursday, June 18 Thursday, July 16 Seattle Puerto Rico V^mington jsaiii Monday, June 22 Honolulu Monday, July 20 iiii Seattle St. Louis Friday, June 26 I •«ll Piney P Friday, July 24 Algonac San Joan (sSlSliiilif: Totals Thursday, Jiiiie 11 Thursday, July 9 , Port New York Stl^uis i^ladelphia Friday, June 19 Friday, July 17 Norfolk Honolulu Friday, June 19 Mobile Friday, July 17 New Orleans Duluth Jackscmville ^ lYednesday, June 17 ' San Francisco Wednesday, July 15 : Wilmington Jersey City Seattle Wednesday, June 24 Puerto Rico Wednesday, July 22 Honolulu New Bedford jNoui Tuesday, June 23 .i St. Louis Tuesday, July 21 ' •' V v' :v^-: MARCH Id —APRH. 15,1992 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups ClainA QassB ClassC Trip RelieEs "•' 34 13 8 17 8 4 zz 2 OA if* 3 249 • V-'S.'v-t-iS'k 2 .12 4 235 1 299 385 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 3 2 ' 5 6 8 5 ete"-. '9 h f/, '1' =^'4 - 3. N Each (Mft's nrnhag starts at 10:30 aM Personals JOHN RAYMOND NATHAN SR. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of John Raymond Nathan Sr., please contact John Raymond Nathan Jr. at 500 East Olive Street, Staunton, 111. 62088, or call (618) 635-8557. He sailed with the union out of New Or­ leans throughout the '60s and '70s. Notices • ClassC ClassA DECK DEPARTMENT 7 ' 7 8 ' 3 'V 0 1 0 47 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Red River Carriers Effective August 26,1991,a4percent increase was due in the Red River Carriers contract. Any seaman who sailed aboard the MV Advantage should send copies of his discharges to the Contracts Department at headquarters. Note also that the 4 percent increase will be reflected in the vacation plans. m , --i'-vy-s-.w^iisKi 68" iBlitimpre 2 A 0 :':5 0 290 Algonac Totals Port |New YoA, IPhUadelphia: Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu 2 13 N- •;vi' ••." '•.;.:' V ••';•.>•'::-v'-ft;.'• **REGISTERED ON BEACH| All Groups 7 ;0 0 2' 0 20 0 154 ''6 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 14 0 5 .2 " Hriustri St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals Totals All Department 636 763 ^ 448 444 307 228 1,045 1,150 1,181 * 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. *• "Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. A total of 1,427jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,427jobs shipped, 448johs or ahout 31 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and C" seniority people. From March 16 to April 15,1992, a total of228 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1,1982, a total of 16,298jobs have been shipped. W4 - . • H' I '.-fci J �rnSSSmSSSmSmSSStSmS ';'' --y MAY 1992 The Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 59 mem­ bers this month. Forty-three of those signing off sailed in the deep sea division, while 11 sailed in the in­ land division. Five sailed in the Great Lakes division. I Deck department member Elvis Warren and engine department member Jack Fanner, both 73, are the oldest of the new pensioners. But a few others are not far behind: en­ gine department members Thomas Stubbs, 72; Winon Walker, 71; and Joe LaiCorte, 71. Brief biographical sketches of these men and the other new pen­ sioners follow. DEEP SEA CHARLES BURNS, 65, joined the SIU in 1962 in the port of New Orleans. Bom in Sarasota, Fla., he sailed in the engine depart­ ment. Brother Bums upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1981. He has retired to Franklinton, La. LEON BUT­ LER, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1970 in his native Jacksonville, Fla. Brother Butler sailed as a chief cook. He still calls Jacksonville home. CHARLES CALLAHAN, 64, joined the SIU in 1957 in the port of Bal­ timore. He was bominOgdensburg, N.Y. and sailed in the deck department. Brother Callahan served in the Navy from 1945 to 1948. He resides in Castro Valley, Calif. ROBERT CARRIGAN, 65, joined the union in 1951 in the port of Bal­ timore. A native of Pennsylvania, he sailed in the engine department. Brother Carrigan served in the Army from 1945 to 1947. He lives in the Philadelphia area. BENJAMIN COOLEY,61, joined the SIU in 1957 in the port of Mobile, Ala. The Alabama na­ tive sailed in the engine depart­ ment Brother Cooley has retired to Wilmer, Ala. JEWELL HEARING, 63, joined the SIU in 1960 in the port of Houston. He was bom in Vir­ ginia and sailed in the deck department. Brother Hearing served in the Army from 1943 to 1946. He has retired to League City, Texas. RICHARD DARVILLE, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1947 in the • *' r.^i^ • SEAFARERS LOG To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men cm4 women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. port of New Orleans. Bom in Florida, he completed the bosun recertification program at the Lun­ deberg School in 1974. Brother Darville resides in New Caney, Texas. JOHN DECULTY, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1952 in his native New York. He sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Brother DeCulty served in the Coast Guard from 1943 to 1946. He lives in Miami. JIMMY DUFORE, 55, joined the union in 1964 in his na­ tive New Or­ leans. He sailed in the deck department. Brother Dufore has retired to Metairie, La. LOUIS ESCARRA,66, graduated from the Andrew Fumseth Train­ ing School in New York in 1957. A native of Florida,, he sailed in the deck department.*^iBrother Escarra upgraded in 1959. He served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Brother Escarra lives in Miami. AR^NDO FRISSORA, 64, joined the SIU in 1945 in his native New York. Known by his shipmates as "Frisco," he sailed in the steward department. Brother Frissora has retired to Hialeah, Fla. HENRY GALICKL 63, joined the Seafarers in 1955 in the port of Bal­ timore. He was bom in Bayonne, N.J. and in 1982 completed the steward recertifica­ tion course at the Lundeberg School. Brother Galicki resides in Charles­ ton Heights, S.C. THOMAS GLENN, 65, joined the union in 1947 in the port of Norfolk, Va. The native of Spencer, N.C. sailed in the deck department. Brother Glenn received from the Seafarers' Safety Program an award for helping keep the SS Emelia accident-free during the first half of 1960. He served in the Army from 1950 to 1952. Brother Glenn lives in Crescent, Ga. DANIEL GOMEZ, JR., 69, joined the SIU in 1961 in the port of Hous­ ton. Bom in Texas, he sailed in the engine department. Brother Gomez has retired to Houston. n JAMES HARD­ EN, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1975 in the port of New York. He was bom in Florida and sailed in the steward department. Brother Harden upgraded at the Lun­ deberg School in 1982. He served in the Navy from 1945 to 1946. Brother Harden lives in New York. RICHARD E. HUNT, 64, joined the union in 1946 in the port of New York. A native of Pittsfield, Mass., he sailed as a bosun. Brother Hunt has retired to Bennington, Vt, ^ JACK JOHNSON, 53, joined the SIU in 1960 in his native Portland, Ore. He sailed in the en­ gine department and also worked in the Sea-Land shoregang. Brother Johnson served in the Army from 1957 to 1960. He resides in Trout Creek, Mich. WILLIAM JOHNSON, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1951 in tfie port of New York. The Alabama native sailed in the deck and engine depart­ ments. Brother Johnson upgrad^ frequently at the Lundeberg School. He served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Brother Johnson lives in Mobile, Ala. JOHNKELSOE, 60, joined the SIU in 1951 in the port of Mobile, Ala. He was bom in Greenville, Ala. aiid in 1984 com­ pleted the bosun recertification pro­ gram at the Lundeberg School. Brother Kelsoe served in the Army from 1953 to 1955. He has retired to Georgiana, Ala. JOSEPH LACORTE, 71, joined the Seafarers in 1953 in the port of New York. Bom in Oakland, Calif., he sailed ' 21 in the engine department. Brother LaCorte resides in Seattle. HERBERT LEAKE, 60, graduated from the Andrew Fumseth Train­ ing School in New York in 1961. He was bom in Gaylord, Va. and in 1975 completed the bosun recertification course at the Lundeberg School. Brother Leake served in the Army from 1949 to 1952. He has retired to Winchester, Va. •j-' • , W'• • •1-, \V''v " - EUGENE LINCH,67, joined the SIU in . 1943 in the port of New Orleans. Bom in Mobile, Ala., he sailed in the steward and engine departments. Brother Linch resides in Tallassee, Ala. •' f GILBERT MURRAY, 62, joined the Seafarers in 1968 in the port of San Francisco. A na­ tive of Yale, Mich., he com­ pleted the steward recertification course at the Lundeberg School in 1981. Brother Murray has retired to Jacksonville, Fla. • JOHN MUR­ RAY, 70, joined the SIU in 1965 in the port of San Francisco. Bom in New York, he sailed in the en­ gine department. Brother Murray upgraded at the Lun­ deberg School in 1987. He served in the Marine Corps from 1942 to 1946. He resides in Seattle. LUTHER MYREX, 66, joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of San Francisco. The native of Bir­ mingham, Ala. completed the steward recertification program at the Lundeberg School in 1975. Brother Myrex served in the Army from 1951 to 1954. He has retired to Mount Olive, Ala. vii.. * V . •; . BARD NOLAN, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1968 in the port of San Francisco. He was bom in Chicago and sailed in the deck department. Brother Nolan served in the Navy from 1945 to 1949. He served in the Marine Corps from 1950 to 1953. Brother Nolan lives in Portland, Ore. • MIKKO NUOTIO, 66, joined the SIU in 1968 in the port of San Francisco.'Bom in Finland, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Nuotio upgraded frequently at the LunContinued On page 25 •I.-' *.' '. V;;. : . "i- •" �V fr:•••trnJl^.' • 22 m2f992 SEWAmiSUIG Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes ^ MARCH 16 — APRIL 15,1992 CL—Company/Lakes L—Lakes NP—Non Priority :m-' *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups ClassCL ClassL Class NP TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups ClassCL QassL ClassNP M MldiadSa^ •President.-. •. JolinFay .Secietary-Trcasurer • •-:. JcbephSacco Executiw Yice President Augnstf n Telfez Vice President Gollecdve Bargaining George McCartney **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL QassL Class NP K DECK DEPARTMENT 0 18 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT i::i' ••MM'B;. Port • Al^[rtiacSj Port Algonac STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 6 0 ^ ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 Totals All Departments 0 69 17 0 46 1 0 102 * 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. • -.^i: Roy A,"Burdr" Mercer rB Vice President Governinent Scrvii^ i Jack CafTey Vice President Atlantic Coast Byron Kelley Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters DeanCorgey Vice President Gulf Coast 27 ' Dispatchers' Report for Inland Waters MARCH 16 — APRIL 15,1992 *TOTALREGlffrERED All Groups OassA ClassB ClassC 10 5 12 ' • 'K.: West Coast Totals Region lAtlantic Gulf Coast T.akes&Tl^^ West Coast Totals Region 5 0 Q 13 0 TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups All Groups OassA ClassB Class C ClassA ClassB ClaasC DECK DEPARTMENT i"' 0 ' 0 \ ^ ' 35 ' P ^ ' jPl ||i 0 0 0 0 0 3 2 4 ENGINE DEPARTMENT ; 0 0 0 o'~" 61 1 105 . p 1 7 2 ' 6' 38 , .0 0 0 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT AM West Coast Totals MamUne Not Hit By Reg Moratorium Seafarers will not feel the effect of a moratorium on new federal regulations despite an announcement last month by President George Bush that it be ex­ tended an additional 120 days. The proposed implementation of user fees for Coast Guard-issued mer­ chant marine documents and licenses as well as changes created by the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (CPA '90) are mandated by Congress. The presiden­ tial moratorium, which originally was announced during his State of the Union address in January, only deals with voluntary regulations. The user fee regs are driven by budget considerations and thus are not subject to the moratorium, and the CPA '90 rules are exempt because of a congressionally set deadline, according to a Coast Guard spokesman. OPA '90 was enacted in 1989. It demands that all tankers greater than 5,000 gross tons have double hulls by the year 2015 and all companies that ship petroleum acquire certificates of financial responsibility to cover the cost of cleaning up an accident. The proposed user fee on marine docu­ ments and licenses came about as a result of the 1990 budget act. • , Gulf Coast Totals All Departments 50 5 16 5 2 4 190 15 * 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ** "Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. -"^HEADQUARTERS- . 5201AuthWay Camp Springs, MD 20746 , ^ ^ (301)899-0675 ALGONAC ; 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 (313)794-4988 BALTIMORE - 1216 E. Baltimore St. Bal^ 21202 Bi (410)327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi St. v.!## Honolulu, HI %819v (808)845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713)659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Uberty St. t -Jacksonville, FL 32206 ^) 353^87 I-JEKSEY CITY-\^^ 99 Montgomery St Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201)435-9424 ' MOBIIS 11^ Dauphin Island l%wy. Mobile, AL 36605 (205)478-0916 NEW BEDFORD SO Union St . -7> New Bedford, MA 02740 (508)997-5404 NEW ORLEANS . " „ 630 Jackson Ave. , ' New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 , ^ :::N^YORK .675Faarth Ave. . Brooklyn, NY 11232 C (718)499-6600 Nmnrm ir - ' NORFOLK llSThirdSt Norfolk, VA 23510 ABBB (804)622-1892 PHILADELPHIA OfUH 'Z A irif Philadelphia, PA 19148 > i.. 0I5)336^38m PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75 SPin^ Point, MD 20674 (301)994-0010 ' SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 - (415)543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Jimcos St Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809)721-4033 B ^ SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206)441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St Louis, MO 63116 ,(314)752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. B Wilmington, CA 90744 (310)549-4000 31 Crossing the Delaware .1 • - 1 , , :B:iii SIU member Bill Mulholland, a drill mechanic, n'des with his family across the, Delaware River on an SlU-crewed ferry. From left are Dehise, Ryan. Brittany.^ Bill and Billy. •• —.-i. �MAY 1992 SEAFARERS IMS informed crew about new feeding arran­ gements. Next port: New York. as poss/We. On occasion, because of space llmHabons, some arill be omitted. &ilps minute ttrst are reviewed by ttie union's contract ctopartment Threta Issues rediilringattention or resolutionare addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships minutes. 11m mMutes me ttm hewsF^ • to the Seafarers LOG. • STONEWALL JACKSON(V/ateman Steamship), E)ecember 22 — Chairman Carl Lineber^, Secretary Melvin Hite, Educational Director Frank Quebedeaux, £>eck Delegate Alfred Severe, Engine Delegate Q. Francis. Chairman announced payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew was reminded to make sure doors are locked in port Crew appreciates new washer and iron. EQUALITY STATE (lOM), January 26 — Chairman D.Oements, Secretary G. Brdyles, Educational Director Willi^ Hanls. Educational director noted GED. information available upon request. He urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Washers need repair. Chairman suggested crew designate one washer for soiled clothes. GUAYAMA (Puerto Rico Marine), January 26 — Chairman G.R. Kidd, Secretmy William Williams, Education­ al Director M. Serlis, Engine Delegate Ronald Williams, Steward Delegate O. Rios. Chairman thanked crew for fine work. Educational director reminded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No b^fs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment to seek reduction of time between payoffs. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for great job preparing food and also keeping decks in excellent condi­ tion. Next port: San Juan. OVERSEAS OH/O (Maritime Over­ seas), January 29 (^ainnan M.St. Angelo, Secretary Earl Gray, Engine Delegate Eric Hyson, Steward Delegate A. Ganglois HI. Chairman spoke about importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. He ask^ inemters to be aware of potentially unsafe conditions aboard ship. He stressed need for members to read Seafarers LOG, and in particular the Presideiit's Report. He encouraged mem­ bers to support SPAD. Educational direc­ tor asked members to stand by their union and read their union book at least twice per year. Treasurer reported 42 new movies aboard. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Chairman distributed updated schedule of courses available at Lundeberg School. Crew extended vote of thanks to galley gang. Next port: Texas City, Texas. USNS PREVAIL (USMMI), January 6 — Chairman Carl Kriensky, Secretary Ann Davidson, Educational Director Bruce Korte, Deck Delegate Joe Mur- Getting the Kinks Out Frankle Valle, oiler aboard the Inde­ pendence, untangles a line. rrn pby. Steward Delegate Carleton War­ ren. Secretary reported purchases of new dart board, exercise equipment and video­ tapes. Educational director distributed Lundeberg School schedules and en­ couraged members to upgrade. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed correspondence received from contracts department. Chairman noted need to separate trash. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. USTS PACIFIC (lOMX January 19 — Chairman A. Barrows, Secretary P. Cruni, Educational Director Tom Flynn, Engine Delegate J. Daminiamo, Steward Delegate B. Smith. Secretary and treasurer urged members to upgr^e at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $200 in ship's fund. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew ask^ contracts depart­ ment for clarification on carpentry. Crew received inadequate information at job call due to breakdown in communication between company and dispatcher. Next port: France. DIAMOND STATEaOM), February 2 — Chairman G. Corelli, Secretary Vin­ cent Sanchez, Jr., Secretary Samuei Haynes. Chairman relayed thanks from captain for job well done and coopera­ tion. Captain ordered new TV and VCR for unlicensed crew. Chairman an­ nounced payoff and subsequent trip to New Orleans. He thanked crew for smooth trip. Educational director noted Lundeberg School information posted. All three department delegates reported disputed OT. Crew discussed ne^ for courtesy. NEDLLOYD HOLLAND (Sea-Land Service), February 9 — Chairman Pete Loik, Secretary R. Poovey, Steward Delegate Coy Hendricks. No beefs or disputed OT reported., ITB GROTON(Sheridan Transporta­ tion), February 26—Chairman N. Matthey. Secretary Michael Hammock, Educational Director J. Carneli, Deck Delegate M. Carpenter, Engine Delegate A.Salim, Steward Delegate W. Campbell. Chairman armounced payoff. He suggested crew start movie fund. Secretary noted importance of sup­ porting SPAD. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for enjoyable Texas-style barbecue. ITB NEW YORK (Sheridan Transporta­ tion), February 1 — Chairman B. Carrano. Secretary J. Iverson, Educational Director Charies Lore, Deck Delegate E. Lnzier, Engine Delegate Luis Pagan, Steward Delegate Dimas Rodriguez. Secretary reported beef. Educational director not^ importance of donating to SPAD. A1department delegates reported disputed OT. Crew asked con­ tracts department for clarification on penalty rate. AB Sean Ryan recently completed dive certification at reefs off St. Croix. He finished testing after about two months of voyages. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers. Next port: New York. ITB NEW YORK (Sheridan Transporta­ tion), February 24 — Chairman B. Carrano. Secretary J. Iverson, Educational Director Charles Lore, Deck Delegate Ed Lnzier, Engine Delegate Lois Pagan, Steward Delegate Dimas Rodriguez. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and discussed lifeboat drills. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward SGT. MATEJ KOCAK(Waterman Steamship), February 22 — Chairman A. Urti, Secretary Lonnie Gamble, Educational Director D. Peterson, Deck Delegate George Dean, Sr., Engine Delegate Robert Hines, Steward Delegate Stanley Washington. Deck delegate reported beef. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department—Steward/Baker Lonnie Gamble, Chief Cook Audrey Brown, Assistant Cook Thaddeus Jalvia. Steward Assistant Herbert Washington and Steward Assistant Stan­ ley Was^gton—for fine presentation of meals, pleasant attitude and spotless gal­ ley and pantry. Next port: Scotland. LNG TAURUS (ETC), February 16 — Chairman C. Pineda, Secretary D. Pappas, Educational Director G. Lindsay, 23 SEA-LAND DEFENDER(Sea-Land Service), February 29 — Chairman Joe Alleluia, Secretary Jrrim J. Alamar, Educational Director Joe Barry. Chair­ man noted good trip and good food. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Crew ask^ contracts department to seek increase in optical and dental benefits. Next port: Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE (SeaLand Service), February 1 —Chairman Francis Adams, Secretary Nancy Heyden, Educational Director Irwin Rousseau, Deck Delegate Mike War­ ren, Steward Delegate Ernest Dumont. Chairman remind^ members that 1992 is an election year. He urged all mem­ bers to vote and also to contact their con­ gressmen and senators to affirm need for strong U.S. merchant fleet. Educational director discussed importance of in­ dividual money management. He urged Active Seafarer Takes Plunge •y'-r- ..Y' - Sean Ryan, AB aboard the ITB New York, recently completed dive certifiration at reefs off St. Croix. At last summer's Solidarity Day rally in Washington, D.C., Ryan was chosen to lead the 325,000 marchers down Constitution Avenue as a representative of America's merchant mariners who served in the Persian Gulf. Deck Delegate Paul Jagger, Steward Delegate Henry Daniels. Chairman reported smooth trip and good person­ nel. Educational director encouraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $980 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew voted for no smoking in messhall during me^ hours. niembers to upgrade at Lundeberg School and donate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted need for new VCR. Crew asked contracts dqrartntent for clarification on guidelines for quarter­ master. Crew was reminded to keep doors closed due to rats on board. Crew extended vote of thanks to galley gang. Next port: Hong Kong. STONEWALL JACKSON(Waterman Steamship), February 23 — Chairman ; Carl Lineberry, Secretary Melvin Hite, Educational Director Frank Quehedeaux, Deck Delegate Gene Kaiser, Engine Delegate Charles Ken­ nedy, Steward Delegate Alfred Severe. Chairman reported end-of-year paychecks will be sent to whomever crewmember designated. He announced payoff and advised members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Two washing machines are on order. VCR also on order. Next port: Norfolk, Va. USNS PREVAIL (U.S. Marine Manage­ ment), February 21 — Chairman Carl Kriensky, Secretary A. Davidson, Educational Director Bruce Korte, Deck Delegate Joe Murphy, Steward Delegate Carleton Warren. Secretary reminded members to pick up forms for vacation pay and benefits. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for excellent job. LIBERTY SUN (Liberty Maritime), February 15 — Chairman Ralph Moore, Secretary F.L. Washington, Sr., Educational Director Eddie M^or, Deck Delegate Joseph Carrillo, Engine Delegate John Whitley. Chairman an­ nounced payoff scheduled for Houston. No beefs or disputed OT reported. OVERSEAS ARCTIC (Maritime Over­ seas), February 23 — Chairman John Little, Jr., Secretary T. Kreis, Education­ al Director E. Figueroa, Deck Delegate R. Zepeda, Engine E>elegate Andrew Lopez, Steward Delegate John McLarke. Chairman announced payofi. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Freeport, Texas. OVERSEAS NEW ORLEANS (Maritime Overseas), February 24 — Chairman A. Zepeda, Secretary A. Todd, Educational Director C. Castro, Deck Delegate All Shaibi. Secretary reminded members to keep messhall clean. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Lake Charles, La. USNS WORTHY(U.S. Marine Management), February 27 — Chairman R.M. Slacks. Chairman advised crewmembers about vacation pay and benefits. No beefs or disputed OT reported. USTS PACIFIC (lOM), February 9 — Chairman Mark Trepp, Secretary R. Worobey, Educational Director M. Vacca, Deck Delegate John Batoihsi, Engine Delegate J. Paminiamo, Steward Delegate Bryan Smith. Educa­ tional director urged members to take ad­ vantage of opportunities at Paul Haul Center for Maritime Training. He reminded members that this is an elec­ tion year, and encouraged support of SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. AMERICAN CONDOR(Crowley Caribbean Transport), March 13 — Chairman Bill Dowzcky, Secretary Car­ los Sierra, Deck Delegate Robert Miller, Engine Delegate G. Piatt. Educa­ tional director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department for clarifications on sustenance pay and QMED duties. Continued on page 24 ' -'ixt ^ I •L ••yyAy '. • . .. S.' I �. WC-- "iiy ;-3HT' - •rei««a«cttsa>2W2 ' •. Z4 ShipsDigest Contmuedfivmpage23 4? •f'-. 'ri' •-.ry: 'M- Iff: m 'i'llv. p" 'm-iJf-' :;»!?V :'f'' :.-V ' i! :rf 'fi'ir ::rv i' f: ":k • urA t. A 'A: rl; EQUALITY STATE(lOM), March 31 — Chairman D. Clements, Secretary S. Wilhite, Educational Director B. Harris, Steward Elelegate Marda Mossbarger. Chairman explained shipping rules for Ccards. Educational director advised mem­ bers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Captain and chief mate relayed thanks to deck department and crew for work done in Damman. Crew received certificates for quick and efficient work. Chairman thanked steward department for job well done. GALVESTON BAY (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 9 — Chairman G. Wilson, Secretary R. Hicks, Educational Direc­ tor Peter Kanavos. Chairman an­ nounced payoff scheduled for Houston. No beefs or disputed OT reported. NEDLLOYD HUDSON(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 15 — Chairman C. James, Secretary Roger Griswold, Educational Director Christos Tsipllareles. Chair­ man asked members to treat each other with courtesy and consideration. Secretary reminded crew that cafeteria style dining means everyone should return items to where they belong. Steward delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or en­ gine delegates. Crew thanked deck department for keeping 03 deck clean. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. ITS BALTIMORE (Sheridan Transpor­ tation), March 6 — Chairman Tom Bluitt, Secretary Andrew Hagan, Educa­ tional Director I^ul Honeycutt. Chairman amiounced ship will be in Brooklyn, N.Y. shipyard for at least four months. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew extended vote of thanks to galley gang. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla ITB JACKSONVILLE (Sheridan Transportation), March 29 — Chairman Luke Wells, Engine Delegate Brent Sul­ livan, Steward Delegate Norman Erickson. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department for clarification on company lunch policy. Next port: New York. ITB MOBILE (Sheridan Transporta­ tion), March 1 — Chairman Sonny Pinkham, Secretary P. Sellan, Educa­ tional Director J. Pazos, Deck Delegate R. Paradise, Engine Delegate Floyd Talley, Steward Delegate Theodore Quammie Chairman thanked everyone on deck for cooperation and making things go smoothly. Secretary thanked members for keeping ship clean. Educa­ tional director stressed importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $49 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. L/B£/?7TSP/fl/r(Liberty Maritime), March 8 — Chairman Larry Manry, Secretary Steve Voius, Engine Delegate Perry Boyd, Jr., Steward Delegate Isaac Enjoying Maine Lobster SEMRUIBtS UMf Gordon. Chairman reported disturbance and subsequent corrective action. Educa­ tional director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $42 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked gal­ ley gang for fine chow. Next port: New Orleans. LIBERTY Srflfl (Liberty Maritime), March 22 — Chairman Hugo Derm^y, Secretary Ray Brown, Educational Director L. Cope, Deck Delegate Richard Juan. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Crew advised fellow SIU members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Crew says hats off to steward department for job well done. Next port: New Orleans. LNG AQUARIUS(ETC), March 15 — Chairman Sam T. Brooks, Secretary Michael Ruggiero, Educational Director John Wong, Deck Delegate John O'ConneU, Engine Delegate David Terry Jr. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew ex­ tends salutations to former SIU Vice President-Contracts Angus "Red" Campbell for job well done. Chairman encouraged everyone to dress properly for meal times. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. Crew extends greetings to LOG editor ^d says thanks for job well done. RICHARD G.MATTHIESEN(Ocean Shipholding), March 24 — Chairman James Martin, Secretary James Swart, . Educational Director Don Leight, Deck Delegate Marc Taylor, Engine Delegate Robert Gaglioti, Steward Delegate Plurinsus Ordansa. Educational direc­ tor noted tax tips from LOG are posted. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for excellent food and clearness of dining areas. Crew noted good teamwork and high morale leading to extra-efficient operations. NEWARK BA y(Sea-Land Service), March 1 — Chairman J.W. Donaldson, Secretary J. Fletcher, Educational Direc­ tor H.Schluter, Deck Delegate Danny Davis, Engine Delegate Alex Resendez. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew extended vote of thanks to steward department Next port: Boston. OMI MISSOURI (om Corp.), March 15 — Chairman Marvin Zimbro, Secretary Clyde Kreiss, Deck Delegate Jeff Saxon, Engine Delegate W.H. Day, Steward Delegate Jorge Bemardez. Chairman announced ship headed for Mobile for layup. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Refrigerator in crew mess leaks and needs repair. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. OMI WILLAMETTE(OMI Corp.), March 17 — Secretary Robert L. &ott. Sr. No beefs or disputed OT reported. OVERSEAS VIVIAN Maritime Over­ seas), March 22 — Chairman Jerome Williams, Secretary Douglas Hundshamer, Educational Director Jim FonviUe, Deck Delegate Tyrone Burrell. Engine Delegate Ronald Gianini, Steward Delegate Alex Jaradie. Chair­ man announc^ payoff scheduled for port of New York. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department. Crew thanked deck depart­ ment for ship's cleanliness. Crew would like to send its condolences to friends and family of dearly departed Brother William Ashman, who last sailed on the Overseas Vivian. Next port: New York. OVERSEAS VALD£Z(Maritime Over­ seas), March 4 — Chairman Erol Pak, Secretary T. Laffitte, Educational Direc­ tor M. McKeny. Chairman noted great trip and thanked crew for eveiy thing. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman reminded all crewmembers to clean rooms for new members. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department. Shipmates Suzanne von Schoor and Cherryl Neff enjoy lime ouf from the CS Long Lines during a recent stopover in Maine. PRIDE OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), March 1 —Chairman Eugene Grantham, Secretary Ernie HoltL Deck Delegate Arthur Machado, Engine- Delegate Jerome Butler, Steward Delegate BHly Mitchell. Secretary asked everyone to register to vote, since this is an election year and votes make a dif­ ference in our jobs. He urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and donate to SPAD. Treasurer reported $470 in ship's fund. Deck delegate thanked all departments for cooperating in rough weather. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. Next port: Norfolk, Va. RALEIGH BA Y (Sea-Land Service), March 15 — Chairman Howard Knox, Secretary J. Speller, Deck Delegate J.C. Blavat Chairman urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and donate MAY 1992 Secretary reported he would see patrol­ man about company keeping cadets aboard at all times. He wants to know if steward department gets paid for serving them. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for good food and good job. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. SEA'LAND ENTERPRISE(Sea-Land Service), March 1 — Chairman Elex Cury, Secretary E.M. Douroudous, Educational Director L.E. Bryant. En­ gine delegate reported disput^ OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew requests new VCR and new television. Also requests copy of safety meetings. Next port: Oak­ land, Calif. Working In a Polish Snow Deck gang members from the Ultrasea are at work In the Gdansk, Poland shipyard during a snowstorm. They are (from left) AB Screano Hilton, Deck Maintenance James Brinks and Bosun Cesar A. Gutierrez. to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew extended vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. SEA-LAND ATLANTIC(Sea-Land Service), March 22 — Chairman Willoughhy Byrd, Secretary Gerald Sinkes, Educational Director Edward Smith. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew rec room has no radio. Next port: Charleston, S.C. SEA-LAND CHALLENGER (SeaLand Service), March 8 — Chairman Roy Williams, Secretary H. Scypes, En­ gine Delegate Juan Guaris, Steward Delegate Jose Ortiz. Chairman reported everything running smoothly. He an­ nounced payofif scheduled for Elizabeth, N.J. Secrettny conveyed thanks fiom steward depmlmmt for good eight-month stay aboard. No beefs or disput^ OT reported. Crew thanked steward dqi^ment Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothas.SEA-LAND CONSUMER (Sea-Land Service), March 7 — Chairman B. Mortier. Secretary M. Kohs. Educational director encouraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $100 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew would like bus service in Honolulu from dock to gate. SEA-LAND CRUSADER (Sea-Land Service), March 31 — Chairman Osario A. Joseph, Secretary Nick Andrews, Education^ Director Oswald Bermeo, Deck Delegate Doug Hodges, Engine Delegate l^mon Collazo, Steward Delegate Charles RatclifF. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew gave vote of thanks to galley gang for job well done. Next port: San Juan, P.R. SEA-LAND DISCOVERY(Sea-Land Service), March 23 — Chairman N. Sala, Secretary J. Colls, Deck Delegable P. Lopez, Engine Delegate H. Men- • ^ doza. Steward Delegate G. Salazar. ; i:;;: Chaiman aimounced payoff and ' (;< reported things ruruiing smoothly. SEA-LAND EXPEDmON(Sea-Land Service), March 15 — Chairman Paulino Flores, Secretary E. Vazquez, Educational Director A.G. Lane, Engine Delegate J. Ortiz, Steward Delegate R. Cosme. Chairman reported everything ruiming smoothly. Secretary thanked crew for keeping messhall and rec room clean. No b^fs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND EXPLORER (Sea-Land Service), March 8 — Chairman Jack Kingsley, Secretary S. Ghani, Deck Delegate Jabez E. Pegg, Engine Delegate Patrick Lynch, Steward Delegate Inicenco Fontelera. Chairman aimounced upcoming Coast Guard in­ spection. Education^ director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No bwfs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND EXPRESS (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 14 — Chairman Charles T. Dawson, Secretary George H. Bryant, Jr., Educational Director M.W. Phillips, Deck Delegate Russ Caruthers, Engine Delegate A. Hussain. Steward Delegate Carles Atkins. Chairman noted everything ranning smoothly. Deck and steward delegates reported beefs. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine delegate. Crew thanked gallQ' gang forjob well done and good food. Next port Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE (SeaLand Service), March 17 — Chairman Pat Gallagher, Secretary J. Weed, Educational Director Irwin Rousseau, Engine Delegate Santiago Cadis, Steward Delegate Em^t Dumont. Chairman reported captain pleased with Coast Guard inspection. Chairman urged everyone to read memo from Sea-Land regarding fate of U.S.-flag carriers. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. List will be posted for anyone who wants to donate to movie fund. Crew thanked gal­ ley gang. Continttedonpage26 ''rl, '-'i' -i , ^'7 I? - . �MAY 1982 Pensioners SEAFJU^IJOG Virginia and sailed in the engine department. Brother Stinnette has retired to Belair, Md. Continued from page 21 deberg School. He served in the Fin­ nish army from 1943 to 1945. Brother Nuotio resides in New York. MALI? OSMAN,65, joined the Seafarers in 1970 in the port of New York. He was bom in British Malaya and sailed in the deck department. Brother Osman has retired to Trujillo Alto, P.R. RODOLFO RAMIREZ, 65, joined the SIU in 1968 in the port of Houston. The native of Texas sailed in the steward depart­ ment. Brother Ramirez upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1977. He lives in Houston. WILLIAM E. REID, 64, joined the Seafarers in 1947 in his native New York. He completed the steward recertification course at the Lundeberg School in 1981. Brother Reid in 1979 received a let­ ter of commendation from El Paso Marine for his work aboard the E.P. Arzew. He still c^ls New Yoik^' • home. F.MARVIN ROSE JR., 65, joined the SIU in 1^62 in the port of New York. A native of Oak Park, m, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Rose served in the Army from 1946 to 1947 and from 1950 to 1951. He resides in Oakland Park, Fla. JACK ROSENBURG, 66, joined die Seafarers in 1962 in his native Philadelphia. He sailed in the deck department. Brother Rosenburg served in the Navy from 1943 to 1944. He has retired to San Francisco. RALPH SOUTH, 66, joined the SIU in 1968 in the port of New York. The Tennessee native sailed in the deck and en­ gine departments. He upgraded frequendy at the Lundeberg School. Brother South served in the Navy from 1941 to 1945. He lives in Federal Way, Wash. THOMAS STINNETTE, 62, joined the Seafarers in 1948 in the port of New York. He was born in LESTER STONEBREAKER, 65, joined the SIU in 1970 in the port of Baltimore. A native of Tyrone, Pa., he sailed in the deck department. Brother Stonebreaker served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. He served in the Army from 1948 to 1950. Brother Stonebreaker resides in Bal­ timore. THOMAS STUBBS JR., 72, joined the union in 1955 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. He was bora in Plymouth, N.C. and sailed in the engine depart­ ment. Brother Stubbs served in Ae Navy from 1942 to 1948. He still calls Plymouth home. RALPH TROTMAM, 69, joined the Seafarers in 1969 in the port ofNew York. A native of Bar­ bados, he sailed in the steward department. Brother Trotman upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1979. He has retired to Brooklyn, N.Y. CHARLES TRUENSKL 63, joined the SIU in 1957 in the port of Savannah, Ga. Bora in New Jer­ sey, he sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Brother Truenski upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1976. He served iiri the Navy froni'^1946 to 1948 and from 1951 to 1954. Brother Truenski lives in Seattle. PAUL TURNER, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1947 in the port of Mobile, Ala. He was bora in Ten­ nessee and in 1974 completed the bosun recertification program at the Lundeberg School. Brother Turner served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. He has retir^ to New Orleans. WINON WALKER, 71, joined the union in 1953 in the port of Lake Charles, La. Bom in Mis­ sissippi, he sailed in the engine department. Brother Walker served in the Navy from 1945 to 1948. He has retired to McHeniy, Miss. EMORY WAL­ LACE, 59, joined the SIU in 1968 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. The Georgia native sailed in the engine depart­ ment. Brother Wallace has retired to Jacksonville. JOHN WALLACE, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1951 in the port of Bos­ ton. He was bora in Lawrence, Mass. and sailed in the engine 25 department. Brother Wallack upgraded frequently at the Lun­ deberg School. He served in the Marine Corps from 1944 to 1946. Brother Wallack has retired to Salem, N.H. ELVIS WAR­ REN, 73, joined the SIU in 1952 in the port of New York. Bora in Texas, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Warren served in the Army from 1941 to 1945. He resides in Jacksonville, Texas. INLAND DOROTHY CRIPPS, 66, joined the union in 1977 in the port of New Orleans. A native of St. Louis, she sailed in the steward department. She has retired to Granite City, 111. RICHARD H. DIX, 62, joined the union in 1962 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. He sailed as a barge captain and worked in the Philadelphia area for lOT for 29 years. Boatman Dix served in the Army from 1951 to 1958. He resides in Gibbstown, N.J. with his wife, Kitty. JACK FARMER, 73, joined the Seafarers in 1980 intheportof Wil­ mington, Calif. A San Francisco na­ tive, he sailed in the engine department. Boatman Farmer served in the Navy from 1935 to 1945. He has retired to Las Vegas. SELBY GASKINS SR., 62, joined the union in 1975 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. A native of Hatteras, N.C., he sailed in the engine department. Boatman Gaskins served in the Coast Guard from 1946 to 1966. He lives in Podanthe, N.C. AARON HEBERT,63, joined the Seafarers in 1972 in the port of New Orleans. The native of Louisiana most recently sailed as a captain. Boat­ man Hebert resides in Chauvin, La. LOUIS LOUPE SR., 62, joined the Seafarers in 1960 in the port of Houston. A na­ tive of Louisiana, he sailed in the deck department. Boatman Loupe upgraded at the Lun­ deberg School in 1976. He served in the Army from 1947 to 1948. Boat­ man Loupe lives in Raceland, La. GILBERT JENKINS, 62, joined the union in 1956 in the port of New Orleans. He was bora in Neeses, S.C. and sailed in the deck depart­ ment Boatman Jenkins served in the Army from 1951 to 1954. He has retir^ to Gretna, La. LEO QUERY JR., 64, joined th^qion in 1966 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. He was bora in Portsmouth, Va. and sailed in the deck department. Boatman Query served in the Navy from 1945 to 1946. He resides in Virginia Beach, Va. '•'"-V" 't- EDWARD STRINGFELLOW, 62, joined the Seafarers in 1974 in the port of St. Louis. Bora in Alabama, he sailed as a tankerman. Boatman Stringfellow served in the Navy from 1948 to 1967, He has retired to Escatawpa, Miss. STEPHEN TAYLOR, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1958 in the port of Los Angeles. A native of Lawrence, Kan., he sailed in the steward depart­ ment. Boatman Taylor resides in Compton, Calif. ; DEWTTT WILSON JR., 62, joined the union in 1977 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. The Ohio native sailed in the engine department. Boatman Wilson has retired to Chesapeake, Va GREATLAKES ARCHIE BELL, 62, joined the SIU in 1962 in the port of Toledo, Ohio. He was bora in Ohio and sailed in the deck department. Brother Bell resides in Toledo. JOSEPH DEVOGEL, 62, jdmedthe ' Seafarers in 1958 in the port of Duluth, Minn. A native of Wiscon­ sin, he sailed in the deck department. Brother DeVogel has retired to Superior, Wis. STANISLAUS FOLTA,65, joined the union in 1956 in the port of Detroit. Bora in Utica, N.Y., he sailed in the engine depart­ ment. Brother Folta upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1982. He served in tiie Navy from 1945 to 1946. Brother Folta lives in Frankfort, N.Y. ARLO KLEIN, 58, joined the SIU in 1960 in the port of Detroit. He was bom in Warwick, N.D. and sailed in the deck department. Brother Klein served in the Army from 1953 to 1955. He resides in Seattle. !V-:1 ORENRUSS, 65, joined the union in 1960 in the port of Detroit. Bora in Clarks, La., he sailed in the deck department. Brother Russ served in the Army from 1945 to 1946. He has retired to Bastrop, La. J'-: Wu.- ---'..--v J �Ivv'/V '• SEVJOBIStOG •• 1%,. V--^i..AV.. H' -L ill*: •: - ' • •;; ''7 'i {4h.'".'. '^'-::'y I ,f?" IK7: %' w,: '/v IK fe.' '•/ ^• '/."V: Pfv ^. "••^.••• A , .S.--,'>''v''<r'-.- ^ y?; ^ •*- ' Continue from page 24 SEA-LAND INNOVAfOR(Sea-haad Service), March 7 — Chairman Claude Dockrey, Secretary Jose Bayani, Educa­ tional Director W. Drummont, Deck Delegate David WiUlams, Engine Delegate Carlito Episioco, Steward Delegate Caesar L^o. Crew received letter of thanks from Captain H. Stover. Secretary thanked crew for help in keep­ ing vessel clean. Deck delegate report^ disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department Crew noted death of Chief Engineer Pete Cox, who passed away February 19 aboard the vessel. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND INTE6RnY(Sea-Lsmd Service), March 22 — Chairman N. Prats, Secretary R. Hess, Educational Director M. Rivera. Chairman discussed upgrading opportunities at Lundeberg School. Secretary reminded crew to vote in upcoming elections. Educational direc­ tor discussed shipboard safety. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked Steward department for job well done. Crew wished former SIU Asst. VP George Ripoll good luck in retirement. Steward thanked crew for keeping lounge and messhalls clean. Next port: Charleston, S.C. SEA-LAND MARINER iSea-Land Ser­ vice), March 29— Chairman Ray Ramirez, Secretary P. Lopez, Educa­ tional Director R. Dehlrom, Deck Delegate Richard S. Bynum, Engine Delegate G.R. Speckman, Steward Delegate S.V. Call. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew voted to speak with patrolman about need for chair for wheelsman, due to extended watch hours. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND NAVIGATOR iSea-Laad Service), March 8 — Chairman L. Reck, Secreta^ Ruperto Peralta, Educational Director Waiter Stevens, Deck £>elegate Richard T. Smith, Engine Delegate John Coleman, Steward IDelegate Virgiiio Hoffmann. Chairman urged mem­ bers to read LOG and support Maritime Defense League. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported, although deck and engine delegates need clarification on port time from Guam. Crew thanked steward department for good food. Crew noted ne^ for public phone in Tacoma, Wash. Maersk pier and in Honolulu. Crew noted mail service in Guam was poor. Next port: Tacoma. SEA-LAND PACIFIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 24 —• Chairman H. Gifford. Secretary D. Spangler. Crew noted ongoing problem with lack of van service in Tacoma, Wash, and in Honolulu. Chairman urged members to write their congressmen in support of U.S. merchant fleet. Treasurer reported $165 in ship's fund. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. • • ;.4 T • -••'•-Ai": SEA-LAND PERFORMANCE (SeaLand Service), March 8 — Chairman R. Moss, Secretary William Robles, Educa­ tional Director D.L. Johnson, Deck Delegate Carl Schmidt, Engine Delegate Randy Snay, Steward Delegate Gilberto Tcdentino. Chairman announced payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew extended vote of thanks to Steward department. SEA-LAND REUANCE(Sea-Land Service), March 15 — Chairman R.E. McGon^e, Secretary L. Lightfoot, Educational Director E. Frederickson, Deck Delegate Clyde Luse, Engine Delegate Lorie Christmas, Steward Delegate D. Skretta. Chairman an­ nounced payoff and thanked crew for smooth trip. He reminded everyone to separate all plastics by using i^ptacles piDvided. Secretary reminded members that upgrading forms are available. No beefs or disputed OT reported. New microwave for crew messhall was received. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND TACOMA (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 31 — Chairman Tim Koel^, Secretary George L. Ackley, Deck Delegate Leeteg, Engine Efelegate Daniel Rhodes, Steward Delegate Saleh Nasser. Chairman urged members to list any problems on ship's repair list. He report^ captain found rooms generally in good shape. Educa­ tional director urged members to take ad­ vantage of free educational opportunities afforded by Lundeberg School upgrad­ ing programs. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew welcom^ Bob Hall, Augie Tellez and Kermett Mangram to their new posts in the union. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department for superb cuisine. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SPIRIT OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), March 10 — Chairman Walter Petty, Secretary James Tucker, Deck Delegate Tom Gruber, Engine Delegate Andre Smidi, Steward Delegate German Solar. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to mission of seamen in Kenya for their hospitality (cookout and providing videotape of Super Bowl). Crew thanked steward department. Next port: Norfolk, Va. THOMPSON PASS HOM), March 22 ^— Chairman M. Gutierrez, Secretary G.F. Thomas, Educational Director J. Walker. Educational director mged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School as soon as possible. Stew^ delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or en­ gine delegates. ULTRAMAR (American Maritime Transport), March 1 — Chairman Glenn James, Secretary Ralph Thomas, Educational Director Reid Kelly. Secretary requested company supply microwave oven. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Next port: New Orleans. DSNS CHAUVENET(Mar Ship Operators), March 1 —Chairman Jeff Focardi, Secretary C. Nelson, Educa- , tional Director Jon Williams, Deck Delegate Jim Keevan, Engine Delegate Dan Taggart, Stewar|d Delegate Matt Schilling. Chairman reported ship needs new crew lists. He congratulated deck department for outstan^ng job. Secretary reported dry stores have been coming aboard ship spoiled. He noted ship received letter concerning OT. Treasurer reported $386 in ship's fund. Deck delegate reported beefs. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegate. Crew rqxrrted ship has no cups or coffee filters. Crew noted ship recently had large visitor: Near southern Oman, a humpback whale came to scratch himself on ship's port quarter. WESTWARD VENTURE aOM), March 5 — Chairman Michael Kadderly. Secretary Ralph Alexander, Educa­ tional Director Christopher Cunningham. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. WESTWARD VENTURE (lOM), April 2 — Chairman Michael Kadderly. Secretary Richard Sanderson, Educational Director Rajrmond Clock, Deck Delegate T. AbduUa, Engine Delegate Ahmed Hussain, Steward Delegate Said Abdullah. Chairman ad­ vised crewmembers to see him for voter registration and absentee ballot fmms and information. He said all SIU reps on Capitol Hill are doing goodjob. Secretary reported he attended Congressional sub­ committee hearing on user fees and heard SIU Executive Vice President Joscfdi Sacco testify. He noted chairman of sub­ committee said proposed user tax should be repealed. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and donate to SPAD. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. . y ;. ;'t - mYi9K Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The con­ stitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the SecretaryTreasurer. A yearly finance commit­ tee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year ex­ amines the finances of the Union and reports fiilly their findings and recom­ mendations. Members of this commit­ tee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and In­ land Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trus­ tees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and manage­ ment representatives and their alter­ nates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the head­ quarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know Aeir shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and avail­ able in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in Ae contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The proper address for this is: Augustin Tellez Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU haUs. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing forovertime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, they should contact the nearest SIU port agent EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This estab­ lished policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among ite ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt In the event anyone attempts to r^uire any such payment be made without supplying a receipt or if a member is requii^ to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment this should im­ mediately be reported to Union head­ quarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should ob­ tain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him of any constitution^ right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should inunediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employ­ ment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex, na­ tional or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL AC­ TIVITY DONATION^SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to filler its ob­ jects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, so­ cial and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American mer­ chant marine with improved employ­ ment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and con­ tributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a con­ dition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should sup­ port SPAD to protect and further his economic, political and social inter­ ests, and American trade union con­ cepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rigbts have been violated, or that be^been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at head­ quarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Sprii^, MD 20746. • iJ v.''»»*-^»..-"• I �KSS JWir.fS92 SEAFAKRStSB^^ To Central Am0ican Run After Serving inWar Effort :)/ ;;5 -i.-j The Senator has returned to its re^lar Central American run after returning from service in the Middle East and Europe. By being one of the few roll-on/roll-off vessels within the U.S.-flag mer­ chant fleet, the Crowley Caribbean Transport vessel provided valuable assis­ tance to the Military Sealift Command (MSC). Its sister ship, the Ambassador, also assisted the MSC in transporting materiel to fight Iraq during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. Crewmembers praised the ship's galley gang under the direction of Steward/Baker Richard K. Ward in ship's minutes of January 27 received by the Seafarers LOG. "The crew thanks steward department for good service, excellent chow and a job well done," read the report signed by Bosun Patrick Ray. Ray also noted the fine work being done by the deck and engine department members aboard the vessel. Besides making its regular pre-war stops in Panama and Costa Rica, the Senator has added Jamaica as a port-of-call before it returns to its home port of Port Everglades, Fla. V, AB Ralph Taylor maintains Bosun Patrick Ray operates a forklift on a ramp within the roll-on/roll-off vessel. " -liH 1 , -1 ;' "A AR nanisi Gavlor transfers lashing chair^ atwaS the ro/ro Recharging the batteries on board the Chief Cook Michael Harris prepares one Senator is a task for QMED Jeff McCranie. of his chicken specialties. Making sure the dishes are spotless is one of many jobs for GSTU Fidel Thomas .-•1~ i . .^_v fc-i �1 28 MAY 1992 SEAFARE8SL0G Final Departures DEEP SEA FRED C. COOPER Pensioner Fred Cooper, • 62, passed away February 11. He was bom in Covington County, Ala. and in 1956 joined the SIU in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Cooper completed the bosun recertification course at the Lundeberg School in 1973. He served in the Air Force from 1947 to 1950. Brother Cooper retired in August 1991. GEORGE DOMINGO Pensioner George Domingo, 83, died February 29. A native of the Philippine Islands, he joined the Seafarers in 1961 in the port of Seattle. Brother Domingo sailed in the steward department. He began receiving his pension in October 1976. MILTON HAVENS Pensioner Milton Havens, 65, passed away March 3. He joined the SIU in 1951 in his native Mobile, Ala. Brother Havens sailed in the engine department. He retired in December 1991. HERBERT JOHNSON Herbert Johnson, 64, died Feb­ ruary 28. The Louisiana native joined the union in 1962 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Johnson sailed in the galley gang. HENRY LAIRED Pensioner Henry Laired, 75, passed away March 11. He joined the Seafarers in 1951 in his native Mobile, Ala. Brother Laired sailed in the steward depart­ ment. He began receiving his pension in October 1981. LOUIS T. MARSHALL Pensioner Louis Marshall, 83, died March 2 due to heart failure. Bom in Gretna, La., he joined the SIU in 1951 in the port of New Or­ leans. Brother Marshall sailed in the deck department. He retired in July 1973. RAMON MURILLO Pensioner Ramon Murillo; 88, passed away March 8. The Hon­ duras na­ tive joined the Seafarers in 1951 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Murillo sailed in the engine department. He began receiving hiSjpension in Sep­ tember 1972. SVEN REGNER Pensioner Sven Regner, 87, died March 8. He was bom in Sweden and in 1944 joined the SIU in the port of New York. Brother Regner sailed in the steward department. He retired in November 1969. CHARLES SLANINA Pensioner Charles Slanina, 94, passed away March 6 due to lung can­ cer. A native of Austria, he joined the Seafarers in 1946 in the port of Philadelphia. Brother Slanina sailed in the engine department. He began receiving his pension in April 1970. DOUGLAS THOMAS Douglas Thomas, 49, died March 21. The native of New Jersey joined the SIU in 1966 in the port of Seattle. Brother Thomas sailed in the steward department. He upgraded fre­ quently at the Lundeberg School. He served in the Navy from 1960 until 1964. SIXTO TIHADA Pensioner Sixto Tihada, 84, passed away November 1. Bom in the Philippines, he joined the Seafarers in 1962 in the port of Seattle. Brother Tihada sailed in the galley gang. He retired in November 1979. JOSEPH TRAUTH Joseph Trauth, 45, died March 14. A na­ tive of Louis­ ville, Ky., he graduated from the Lundeberg School in 1979. Brother Trauth sailed in the engine depart­ ment. He upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School. He served in the Navy from 1963 to 1967 and from 1971 to 1973. JOSE VEGA Pensioner Jose Vega, 81, passed away Febmary 28. He was bom in Puerto Rico and in 1944 joined the union in the port of New York. Brother Vega sailed in the steward department. He retired in December 1972. FRANCIS J. WHITE Pensioner Francis White, 68, died Febmary 5. He joined the SlUin 1955 in his native New York. Brother White completed the bosun recertification course at the Lundeberg School in 1981. He began receiving his pension in December 1986. before retiring. He stopped working in February 1966. He was buried in Friendship Cemetery in Susan. INLAND JOHN BLANK HI Pensioner John Blank, 81, passed away March 7. Bom in Winchester, Mass., he joined the union in 1971 in the port of Philadelphia. Boatman Blank retired as a captain. He served in the Navy from 1941 to 1955. He began receiving his pension in January 1981. WILLIAM HORNER SR. Pensioner William Homer, Sr., 72, died Febmary 3. The na­ tive of Maryland joined the union in 1960 in the port of Philadelphia. Boatman Homer sailed in the deck department. He retired in November 1981. JOSEPH HUDGINS Pensioner Joseph Hudgins, 91, passed away Febmary 15. He was bom in Susan, Va. and in 1942 joined the Seafarers in the port of Norfolk, Va. Boatman Hudgins sailed as a captain JOHN S. WODKA John Wodka, 41, died March 7 due to heart dis­ ease. He joined the union in 1970 in his native Baltimore. Boatman Wodka sailed in the deck department. He served in the Marine Corps from 1968 to 1969. GREAT LAKES RAYMOND CHRISTINA Pensioner Raymond Christina, 71, passed away March 1. He was bom in Michigan and in 1956 joined the SIU in the port of Buffalo, N.Y. Brother Chris­ tina sailed in the engine depart­ ment He served in the Navy from 1942 to 1947. Brother Chris­ tina retired in November 1986. GILBERT BETTS Pensioner Gilbert Betts, 75, passed away Januaiy 17. He joined the Seafarers in 1961 in his native Mil­ waukee. Brother Betts sailed in the deck department. He served in the Army from 1941 to 1945. Brother Betts retired in Febmary 1981. MICHAEL NIKSICH Pensioner Michael Niksich, 72, passed away March 14. He joined the union in 1961 in his native Chicago. Brother Nik­ sich sailed in the deck depart­ ment. He servetl in the Marine Corps from 1943 to 1946. Brother Niksich retired in January 1985. Plan a Piney Point Vacation Now Schools soon will be out for the kids— and that means only one thing: a summer vacation is around the comer. SIU members and their families who want to have a memorable vacation without blowing the family budget might want to consider vacationing at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, the complex embodying the Harry Lundeberg School of Seam^ship in Piney Point, Md. Everything one could ask for in a sum­ mer vacation can be found at Piney Point. Besides comfortable accommodations for the whole family, there are plenty of opportunities to fish and go boating, to play tennis and swim. Also available for use are a sauna and exercise facilities. The school is ideally situated to allow for day trips throughout the historic southern Maryland and Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The location provides a great chance to tour such im­ portant landmarks as the home of George Washington, Arlington Cemetery, the U.S. Capitol; to see where tJ.S. money is made at the Bureau of Printing and Engraving; and to visit the new aquarium in Baltimore or stroll along the quaint streets of Annapolis. Piney Point is located in St. Mary's County, and throughout the summer months, there is always something going on that will interest each member of the family—seafood festivals, art exhibi­ tions, antique and craft shows, concerts and theater productions. A vacation stay at the Lundeberg School is limited to two weeks per fami­ ly. The cost per member is $40.40 per day. An additional fee of $9.45 per day is charged for the Seafarer's spouse and for each child (there is no charge for children under the age of 12). This price includes all meals. Send the completed application form to Seafarers Training Center, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, Md. 20674-0075 or call (301)994-0010. Give yourself and your family an un­ forgettable vacation at Piney Point. r -a SEAFARERS TRAINING CENTER Vacation Reservation Information Name: Book #: SS#: Address: Telephone #: • Number In party / ages of children, if applicable: Date of arrival: 1st choice 2nd choice Stay is limited to two weeks. Date of Departure: 3rd choice 5/92 �'•"i MAY 1992 , SEAFARERS LOG Lundeberg School Trains Cruise Ship Seafarers 29 SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE SlU PACIFIC DISTRICT PENSION PLAN This is a summary of the Annual Report for the SIU Pacific District Pension Plan (Employer Identification No. 94-6061923, Plan No. GDI) for the year ended July 31, 1991. The Annual Report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). Basic Financial Statement Completing the extensive training in lifeboat procedures and operations aboard the Independence are (front row, from left) Julie Marie Konas, Nancy Jane Stark, Debra White, Leslie Carter, (back row) Donald Dwyer, D. El Hamid, Charles J. Williams, Ivan Ingram and Instructor Stephen Barry. Benefits under the plan are provided by a trust arrangement. Plan expenses were $14,669,789. These expenses included $1,019,255 in administrative expen­ ses and $13,650,534 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. A total of 6,312 persons were participants in or beneficiaries of the plan at the end of the plan year, although not all of these persons had yet earned the right to receive benefits. The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $146,139,338 as of July 31,1991, compared to $139,915,212 as of July 31,1990. During the plan year, the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $6,224,126. This increase included unrealized appreciation or depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan's assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. The plan had total income of $20,893,915 including employer contributions of $2,270,111, earnings from investments of $6,928,643, stock dividends of $954,107, net realized gain on. sale or exchange of assets of $5,590,274, unreal­ ized depreciation of assets of $5,003,985 and other income of $146,795. Employees do not contribute to this plan. Minimum Funding Standards Our actuary's statement shows that enough money was contributed to the plan to keep it funded in accordance with the minimum funding standards of ERISA. Your Rights to Additonal Information Receiving their lifeboat endorsements aboard the Independence are (front row, from left) C.T. Apparo, Mike Alatan, Maria Davis, Dan Shelter, (back row) Brunno Borris, John QuionneSi Mosasemiato Satele, Gary Sims, Ahmed H. Madry and Instructor Stephen Barry. . .. N * • r You have the right to receive a copy of the full Annual Report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. An accountant's report; 2. Assets held for investments; 3. Actuarial information regarding the funding of the plan. To obtain a copy of the full Annual Report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of the Plan Administrator, SIU Pacific District Pension Plan, 522 Harrison Street, San Francisco, Calif. 94105. Telephone Number: (415) 4956882. You also have the legally protected right to examine the Annual Report at the main office of the plan, 522 Harrison Street, San Francisco, Calif. 94105, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C. or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department of Labor should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, N5507, Pension and Welfare Benefit Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20210. ' SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE SIU PD-PMA SUPPLEMENTAL BENEFITS FUND, INC. This is a summary of the Annual Report for the SIU PD-PMA Supplemental Benefits Fund, Inc. [Employer Identification No. 94-1431246, Plan No. 501] for the year ended July 31,1991. The Annual Report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). Basic Financial Statement Among the Independence crewmembers who completed the course were (kneeling, from left) Pam White, Danielle Harvey, Ram Uyeunten, (back row) Sanjay Gupta, Jose Pedroza, Chuck Bollinger and Gerry Laporte. Instructor Jim Moore is at far right. \T STATION Benefits under the plan are provided by a trust arrangement. Plan expenses were $10,199,768. These expenses included $254,865 in administrative expenses and $9,944,903 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. A total of 1,452 persons were participants in or beneficiaries of the plan at the end of the plan year, although not all of these persons had yet earned the right to receive benefits. The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $3,934,296 as of July 31, 1991, compared to $3,016,834 as of the beginning of the plan year. During the plan year, the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $917,462. The plan had total income of $11,117,230 including employer con­ tributions of $10,832,526, earnings from investments of $263,099, and other income of $21,605. Employees do not contribute to this plan. Your Rights to Additional information Seafarers take a breather after finishing upgrading course. They are (kneeling, frorn left) Roman Zarkiewicz, Eddie Thomas, John Flannagan, Amador Molina, (back row) Mike Thomas, Bob Stonier, Glenn Galpin, Dale Sierra and Instructor Jim Moore. You have the right to receive a copy of the full Annual Report, or any pail thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. An accountant's report; 2. Assets held for investments; 3. Transactions in excess of five (5) percent of the fund assets. To obtain a copy of the full Annual Repbrt, or any part thereof, write or call the office of the Plan Administrator, SIU PD-PMA Supplemental Benefits Fund, Inc., 522 Harrison Street, San Francisco, Calif. 94105. Telephone Number: (415) 495-6882. You also have the legally protected right to examine the Annual Report at the main office of the Plan, 522 Harrison Street, San Francisco, Calif. 94105, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C. or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department of Labor should be addre.ssed to: Public Disclosure Room, N55()7, Pension and Welfare Benefit Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20210. �•••::' V '.. mri992 SBVARERSLOG I?-- . V: : '0: •'••':• • >'. ':• [ Trainee Lifeboat Class 494—-Graduating from trainee lifeboat class494 are (from left, kneeling) Antonio Gutierrez, Thomas Sneed, Daniel Del Buono, Tray Cosby, George Darley, Osvaldo Ramos, (second row) Jim Moore (instructor). Rice Pham, Keith Ligon, Jeremy Palmateer, Pete Lucchesi, Steven Elkins, Eric Mathieu, Mike Chait}en, Derk Fenimore, Elieser Montalvo, (third row) Mike Struve, Brett Newsome, Jacob Mayo, Benjamin Johnson, Mike Kieliszewski, Clyde Wynne and Dale Kirsch Jr. Trainee Lifeboat Class 495—Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat class 495 are (from left, kneeling) Chris Hudson, Mario Franks, Shawna Joyce, Luis Ruben Cuevas, Michael McGlone, (second row) Stephen Oliver, Daniel Donnelly, Gary Winter, Calvin Matthew, Steve Keville, Curtis Johnson, Todd Gibbons, Edwin Bonefont, Gary Smith, Jeff Sanchez, Steven Lombardi and Ben Cusic (instructor) iv .. i^•^ IVl- • Upgraders Lifeboat—Complet­ ing tne upgraders lifeboat class on February 27 is Tom Betz (left) with in­ structor Ben Cusic. _ Simulatoiv-Finishing this two-week Shiphandling Coa» Guard approved course are (from left) IRaymond Mar­ quis, Edward E. French, Michael Kiyabu, Jim Brown (instruc­ tor), Stuart Hamill, Al Tinker, Doug Carson, Wayne Joumigan and Bernard De Repentigny. QMED Graduating from the March 20 QMED course are Freddy Dougherty (sitting in front), (from left, first row) Don Davis, William Burns, Don Childs (MSC), Jeffrey Hailstone, Roy Speer, Henry Hall, Charles Poole (MSC), Robert McDonald, Rick Leonard (MSC), (second row) Denny Bums, Frank Bakun, John Parkhurst, Leo Whittingham, Mark Glinka, Greg Eastwopd, James Clifton, Floyd Taylor (MSC), Kevin De Sue, Earl Ebbert, Sergio Pasilong, (third row) Darren Henderson, Gary Marshall (MSC), Paul Rickner (MSC), Steve Hawkins, John Ungley, Eric Morrison, Mickey Grimes, Roy Kriletich (MSC) and Robert Wolfe. Radar Observer—instructor Jim Brown (right) congratu­ lates graduates of the March 20 Radar Observer course. They are (from left) Bob Kiefer, Doug Carson and Harry Scholar. Not shown is Raymond Marquis. Fireman, Oiler, Watertender—^Working their way up the engine depart­ ment ratings are (from left, kneeling) Ron Saraguesa, Jamie Overby, Ruffy Diaz, Peter Onssard, (second row) Sean Nolan, Fred Gibson, Roman Zarkiewicz, Nathaniel Gaten, Rashawn Richardson, Roger Sharp, Lance Gallant, (third row) Bobby Rice, Robert Brown, Tom Tucker, Gordon Adams III, Michael Williams, William Kemnitzer, Calvin Lawson, (fourth row) Willars Fontenot, Mike Cullum, Joseph DeCicco, George Mulvenna, (fifth row) Marcus Terry, Fred Stover, Sean Spence,Tom Betz, Carl Ernst, Robert Whitaker, Chris Davis and J.C. Wiegman (instructor). Sealift Operations and Maintenance— Receiving their sealift endorsements are (from left, kneel­ ing) Arsenio Cortez, Jimmy Robles, Ali Sidek, Robert Hermanson. William Rodegeb, William Steele, James Furley, Tom Gilliand (instructor), (second row) John Reming, Andrew Derry, Al Farrington, Paul Hayes, Neil Carter, Phil Golgano, Chuck Thompson, (third row) Steve Perham, Bill Osbom, Pete Murtagh, Joh Benson, Scott Costello, Robert Muscato and Halvor Silcott. Welding—March 10 was graduation day for the welding ciass. They are (from left, kneeling) Steve Rollins, Bruce Zenon, Hal Puckett, (second row) Bill Sullivan, Arthur Wadsworth, John Cronan, Thomas Flynn, Riley Donahue, Richard Sanford and Bill Foley (instructor) Upgraders Lifeboat—-Completing the upgraders lifet)oat class on March 9 are (from left, kneeling) Ben Cusic (instructor), Steven Meyer, Michael Beach, Shawn Williams, Catharine Camey, Chewier Trundy, Mark Blom, Dennis Schadler, (second row) Butch Austin, Bernard Pogue, Zinnonnon Jackson, Michael Silva-Sampaio, Clifford Shuman, Daniel Jones, Jim Saunders, John Stambach, Vic Hammer and Michael Dempster. : yaj,- K V. 1.?- �A.if:.:':;. - :.-t 31 SEAFARBISIM • '••'*• V'-f i' CWMMU. following IS the current course schc5<|iile for June-October 1992 at the UiiidebergStaiool of Se^ EducatioB in Ptn^1^% Ma^ M pipgr^ TO sliaUs of SIU members and to promote tire itoerican maritiine •..industry.; The a^e schedide may change to reflect the ne^ of dte memb^^ mantime industry and—in times of conflict—the nation's security. Steward Recertffictttkm Bomin RecertiRcatlott Completion Date AbleSeanmn -. - J*Uy20 V , ;; August 28 ; September 14 October 23 All students mmt take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. ''Ocminie'^^ ',-''X. v" Tankerman July 16 October 26 Wy July 31 November 20 Check-In Ckimpletion • : Date Date June22 June 26 t July 6 July 10 August 17 August21 AugustJl Septemberd Ocb^ O^ber 16 Upon compUitdn, the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course must be ldJl0t, Course Oil Spill Prevention and ind Contidnment June 8 June22 July 6 July 20 August 3 August 17 August 31 September 14 September 28 October 12 June 16 October 20 W •£>y^ „ .. (Fust) SHLSSColiegePiiognuttSehediae for 1992 FULL 8-week sessions (G^) (Stale) Deep Sea Member D (Zip Code) Lakes Member D Montii/Day/Year .Telephone _L (Area Code) Inland Waters Member D August 28 October 23 December 18 M 'Mr Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be process^. Book#. Social Security #. . Department Seniority U.S. Citizen: DVes • No Home Port. Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held • Yes Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? If yes, which program: from to. Last grade of school completed • Yes Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? If yes, course(s) taken. Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? • Yes If yes, how many weeks have yoii completed?. Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement? • Yes GNO Firefighting: G Yes QNO CPR:GYes Date available for training • ' Primary language spdken • • • •_ • - '• - -'-i'-,-- ^.. July 6 August 31 October 26 With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department Md seniority, yourclinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. RATING DATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE Date of Birth (Street) -••"•'•XI The following courses are available tiirough the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School. Please contact the admissions office for enrollment information. Check-In Completion Course Date Date High SchcHiI Equivalency (GED) All open-ended (contact Adult Basic Education (ABE) admissions ofiElce for starting English as a Second Language (ESL) dates) June 19 July 2 July 17 July 31 August 14 August 28 September 11 September 25 October 9 October 23 June 26 October 30 (Middle) *;• . -' '• 1992MmBlueathm Schedule upanumiGAPPLKAimN Name (U*) Address. July 6 Check-In Compietion Date Date September 14 December 4 July 6 August 14 Augus(31 October 9 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class. Pumproom Maint & Operations Augusit 31 October 9 Mmrme Electrical MatotenaUiA August 17 October 9 R<^iHgeratifm & Opepi^ns October 26 December4 Refrig. Contoiu^ June 22 July 31 l^rlne Electoonlcs—^Tectiniclanl September 28 November 6 Marine Electronics—^Technlcan H June 22 July 31 Basic Electronics August 31 September 25 Hydraulics June 22 July 17 August 17 Septemherll Diesel Engine Technology July 6 July 31 Augto417 Septemherll Weldiiig October 19 November 13 All students in the Engine Department will have a two-week Sealift FamUiarimiidn class at the end of their regular course. Sal^S^teckil^Ciitmses Lifeboatman Junel l§l#tembci'28 Cwirse QlViRD-Any Rating flieman/Watertender and Oiler Ship Handling June 29 July 10 August 31 Septemherll Radar Observer Unlimited Jiiiyl3 July 17 September 14 September 18 Celestial Navigation August 3 August 28 Octobers October 30 HiirdMate August 31 December 11 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must be taken, Completiott .. Check-lii;:' / ,• • Compll^' • Date Date Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker, All dpen-ended (contact adudssions Chief Cook, Chief Stewai^ ' office for stalling dates) Upon completion, all students will take a Sealift Familiarization class. 'i I . 'i-r h'/ III •'• Check-iti (•"- • SIGNATURE '-U ."'t HI-I"' I am interested in the following course(s) checked below or indi­ cated here if not listed GNO GNO • No J>ATE. • • • D • ' D • • DECK AB/Sealiii Istaass Pilot Third Mate Radar Observer Unlimited Mastn Inspected Towing Vessel Towboat Operator Inland Celestial Navigation SimnlatorCoiine • Marine Electrical Maintenance G Pumproom Maintenance ft Opo^on G Refiigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation G Diesel Engine Technology G Assistant Engineei/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel G Original 3rd EngineerSteam or Motor G ReirigeratedOnitamas Advanced Maintenance G Electro-Hydraulic Systems G Automation G Hydraulics G Marine Electronics Technician ALL DEPARTMENTS G Welding G Lifeboatman (must be taken with anothercourse) G Oil Spill Prevention & (Containment ^ v.- G G G G G ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Adult Basic Education (ABE) High School Equivalency Program (GED) Developmental Studies (DVS) English as a Second Language (ESL) ABE/ESL Lifeboat Ptqiaration STEWARD G Assistant Cook Utility ENGINE G CookandBaker G FOWT G CTiiefCook G QMED—Any Rating G ChiefSteward CXHXEGEPROCHIAM G Variable Speed DC Drive G Towboat Inland Cook G Associates in Arts D^ree Systems (MarineElectronics) mnon mn acmniaiKC irilh Witt the l^aiMpMtation «a M be pMd paid IB Inaaofdancc ; kdarM|y IT JTMpracmMichalRedptia «••••<!men •••«••* piete the eoane. IfMiiiMlinna Vyon have•• aay• qocdiaie, caatact ynw port agcal IkrHaey I •Mt bcliMCdcpartliV tiw PMaL RETURN CX>MiT.ETEDAFFUCATK>N TO: SedaenliaiyLimdebeigUiigiadiiigCeaier, P.O. Box 73.Piii9FkiiiS,MD 20674. GNO .— sm • -yX' '•Ir • (•' �J'., : • ;# i -f" • v:- -y • iv:~iVv- '••-i-rr.t- WM Wrj, v-:i;;-}|?|v--.::.- '.'V , ' V'"' •: , (' 4*,- ' •'.. :-;•' '=• •y:i' . .f 4 :• 3. -' ••'- v,.;. •,Y^v- -.',• ' :i. .. -a-•. ••v'-'hi'i.; II :"' The SlU-crewed ferry boat that The Delawhale is a 600 horse­ began sailing between Philadelphia power twin engine boat that crosses and Camden, New Jersey at the end the Delaware river at up to 10 knots. of March marks the resumption of a The 100-foot long vessel is com­ service that had stopped 40 years pletely equipped with life safety ago. equipment and features outdoor and climate-controlled indoor seating. In 1952, the Haddonfleld, which was also manned by Seafarers, made Captain Ddm Rizzo told a its final voyage across the Delaware Seafarers LOG reporter that he loved River. At that time, the ferry closed his new job. "The best part is the kids, Deckhand Robert Habina Captain Dom Rizzo says because of new bridge construction seeing their faces light up." Rizzo, a says he enjoys "being part the best part about manning professional boatman, said "This is a of history" as ferry service and the rising cost of supplies, inDeckhand Lee Toc­ the ferry is "seeing the kids' great job. It's close to home, I'm msumes after a 40-year absur^ce and f\iel. zylowski raises gangway. faces Ijght up." sence. Given the number of passengers home every night and we carry more who are utilizing the reborn ferry ser­ interesting cargo than what I used to vice, it appears conditions are once carry on tugboats. again right for waterbome transpor­ "Everyone is enthused about tation, "nirough its first three weeks, being on the boat." the ferry, owned by Riverbus, Inc., transported 40,000 passengers and Seafarers are averaging 48 daily trips (one every 15 minutes). "The day goes by fast because you're so busy," said ferry Port Cap­ tain John Bethel. "The passengelrs •• r" Captain Dom Rizzo pilots boat across Captains Carl Latizia (left) and John are very friendly. Most are families Bethel check rkJe on "Deldwhate." . Delaware River. who are out to have a good time. Sometimes they come up and thank Captain John Bethel sets radar on new Philadelphia-Camden ferry. you." Besides piloting the ferry boat, named the Delawhale, Bethel is should contact The National Cen­ The National Center for Miss­ "showing the ropes" to the new SIU ter for Missing and Exploited ing and Exploited Children has members who crew the ferry. There Children at (8(X)) 843-5678 or the asked the membership of the SIU are four deckhands and thr^ other Elbert County (Colorado) to help locate Bobby Lee Grimes. captains. Bethel told a LOG reporter Sheriffs Office, Missing Persons that the ferry operation r^uires strict The4 ft. 11 in. boy weighed 85 Unit at (303) 621-2027, or your concentration, execution and ef­ pounds at the time of his disap­ local FBI office. ficiency. "We have a lot of pas­ pearance last year from Kiowa, sengers. We want our crew to be able Captain Mickey McGovem likes the "uni­ Colorado. He was 11 years old to iespond to any type of emergen­ que handling characteristics" of the new with blond hair and blue eyes. boat. cy." Bobby has a crooked front tooth, a scar on his forehead, and the Deckhand Lee Toczylowski, 25, fingers on his right hand are dis­ s^ great potential in die fe^ ser­ figured. vice. There are tourist attractions on The child was abducted by his either end of the ferry and the service non-custodial father, Jesse Raye is providing an alternative form of Grimes, 38. He is 5 ft. 9 in. tall, transportation to commuters. weighs 154 pounds and has Having witnessed the public's en­ brown hair and blue eyes. A war­ thusiastic response to the ferry, Toc­ rant has been issued in his name zylowski said, "This is a great by the FBI for unlawful flight to opportuni^. It's also a secure job, avoid prosecution. and at the rate we're going now, we'll Anyone having information Deckhand Ride Sharp secures line at have at least another boat within two Bobby Lse Grimes Camden pier. years. HopefiiUy I'll be the captain!" Help Locate this Missing Chiiii R'-EJ;',!' v-ir-" •' S-'i': ' i""'- 5 ' - -/• r "• ' K' {• I V A' il^fv • ••• a • i-'- . (Cx:'';: '". I: .: h'-i i-- . • ?>.• ia ••• •< • • • •;. -mf '.'0^ ' V'l' y '*• '• '• •• ... M . >• -.V •' I'I � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. 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Title A name given to the resource May 1992 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES 1970 ACT ARCHITECT SAYS NEW SHIPS KEY TO U.S. FLEET’S FUTURE PHILLY-CAMDEN FERRY GOES SEAFARERS FOREIGN CRUISE SHIPS IN U.S. MARKETS: BILLIONS IN PROFITS, ZERO IN TAXES WHITE HOUSE PANEL TO REVIEW U.S.-FLAG SHIPPING HOUSE REVIEWING BILL TO CLOSE INLAND SAFETY LOOPHOLE SIU PRESSES FOR REPEAL OF WORK TAX ON SEAMEN FMC’S KOCH: ‘INNOVATIVE’ U.S.-FLAG FLEET IS VITAL TO NATION’S ECONOMIC SECURITY SEAFARERS TO TRAIN IN REFRIGERANT RECOVERY SYSTEMS HAZMAT PROTECTION PROCEDURES ADDED TO SIU SCHOOL COURSE ALL HANDS READY LAKERS FOR 1992 SEASON UAW RETURNS TO WORK AT CATERPILLAR, TALKS CONTINUE ANTI-SCAB BILL AWAITS REQUIRED SENATE ACTION PRESIDENT’S PRE-BALLOTING REPORT SUBMITTED TO MEMBERSHIP SIU JOINS AFL-CIO PROTEST RALLY FOR STRONGER WORKER SAFETY LAWS CRUISE LINE ENGINE GANGS KEEP SHIPS MOVING SEAFARERS GET PROMPT SERVICE AT NEW HOUSTON CLINIC WITH THE RANK-AND-FILE IN THE BATTLE AGAINST WORK TAX MARITRANS MOVES PERTROLEUM PRODUCTS ALONG GULF, ATLANTIC COASTS G&H HIGMAN SEAFARERS PLEDGE TO SUPPORT UNION FIGHT SIU CONTINUES NEGOTIATIONS WITH SABINE OWNERS HEALTH UNIT IN HOUSTON DESIGNATED AS NEW PPO GIBSON SAYS NEW SHIPS ARE KEY TO U.S.-FLAG FLEET’S FUTURE SENATE REBUFFS AMENDMENT TO SCUTTLE CARGO PREFERENCE IN 1992 PAUL HALL MEMORIAL LECTURE, ANDREW GIBSON POINTS TO MARITIME DILEMMA FACING NATION NARRAGANSETT’S GSD MEMBERS ARE READY FOR ANYTHING ENGINE UTILITY ENDORSEMENT NEEDED UNDER NEW MSCPAC RATING SCHEDULE MSCPAC EXPECTS TO LEAVE SUBIC BAY BY SUMMER’S END CONGRESS READIES MEASURE TO ASSIST NEW BEDFORD FLEET CROWLEY’S SENATOR RETURNS TO CENTRAL AMERICAN RUN AFTER SERVING IN WAR EFFORT PHILLY-CAMDEN FERRY SERVICE BEGINS AFTER 40 YEAR LULL Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 05/01/1992 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 54, No. 5 1992 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/817105723834a813c3dc00c56d4a1607.PDF a89a7d6c980233953a9bc5bd07a94759 PDF Text Text ±ii.jl r ;' ! • '• ,; :,ii OfnOAl ORGAN OF THE 5WARERS INTtRMATIONAl UHIOH • ATUNTIC GUlf, UKIS AMD INUND WATERS DISTRia • AfL-OO >t -< /«-_ ^ 1 ^ " i"" f <- »-t / J J •' > '• « ..--s^;i:".:'-: T'-: V.' liW" 'mmmJfS • fm : . Reginald R. Cuffee3 Able Bodied1 Seaman •'' '•# June 1992 Volume 54, Number 6 ; v,,; ' A''"''^ Gregory M. HIH Abie Bodied Seaman Able ,•. . y > < . House Panel OK's BHI To Repeal Seaman Tax '• , i .Page 3 V 'S#ir••' edf SeaHft euls, Mmmd ISM Tons s.. .Page 4 The Oil Pollution Act of 1990 Has Far-Reaching Consequences For Merchant Seamen As the U.S. Coast Guard begins to issue rules to put into full force and effect the many provisions of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, American seamen will face a host of Changes in procedures for obtaining licenses and docu­ ments, as well as new shipboard equipment and practices. H Z-cards must be renewed every five years, and the documents will not be issued until the applicant's record with the National Driver Register is reviewed. H Seamen on U.S.-flag tankers cannot work more than 15 hours in a 24-hour period or more than 36 hours in a 72-hour period, except in an emergency drill. The two next most senior officers can tem­ porarily relieve a vessel master if they believe he is incapable of command due to use of drugs or alcoho ^ M Miles Daughter of FOWT Wilbert J. Miles Jr. A panel of educators named three Seafarers and four children winners of the 1992 SlU scholarships, which enable the recipients to pursue an un­ restricted course of study. . V • '_Pag©>,3 Eugenic Diego Hi Of Chief CcK)k Eugohfo piego m A traffic violation stemming from a fatal accident or reckless driving or racing may cause a seaman to have his license or document suspended. .Page 16 .is .. • Wim- �:V"''5 --r"' •• • . i:;''v^p ivv •••' 2 SOffMEOSiM President's Report U.S Cruise Ships: Good for America i I(:4KI -• f •• 'V- - A U.S.-flag cruise ship industry is ready to take off. In the past two decades, foreign-flag operators have had this market to themselves. But recently, the nation's policy makers have begun to take steps to bring about a U.S.-flag passenger fleet, of which one initiative was allowing American cruise ships to offer shipboard gaming activities. The possible revival of a U.S.-flag pas­ senger fleet is good news for America. It is good news for the nation's economy and treasuiy, good news for state governments, good news for American workers and good news for hundreds of American coastal com­ munities. It is also good news for America's defense and security interests. Michael Sacco Taxes paid to the federal treasury by the construction, repair, maintenance and operation of profitable cruise ship companies could bring the nation's badly deplet^ coffers tens of millions of dollars. Right now, with the bulk of cruise ship operations run by so-called foreign corporations—although the great majority of their customers are Americans and most operate from U.S. ports—the U.S. treasury is short­ changed millions of dollars of tax revenue. Imagine the benefit to the na­ tional treasury if the lucrative cruise market had a host of American companies operating U.S.-flag ships, employing thousands of American workers and paying U.S. taxes. State governments also have much to gain from a U.S.-flag cruise in­ dustry. Cruise ship profits—from trip sales to gambling revenues—could provide badly-ne^ed cash infusions to state and local governments. There is every reason to believe that cruise ships, which generate billions of dollars of revenue every year, would, if they were American com­ panies, contribute substantia sums to state and local treasuries. From a national defense point of view, cruise ships are militarily useful. During the Falklands War in 1982, the British used three cruise ships. The vessels transported troops and military vehicles. One ship was used as a hospital. One served as a giant chow hall, feeding some 212,000 meals to British troops during combat. Cruise ships build the nation's pool of trained professional seamen, provide trooplift, housing, medical facilities, helicopter operations and potable water production and storage. Since Congress and the president have taken an important first step by enacting a law that allows U.S.-flag passenger ships to offer shipboard gaming, thereby bringing the American operator to a more level playing Beld with foreign competition, there has been a great deal of interest raised in investing in U.S.-flag cruise ships. However, there is more to do. American shipyards stand ready and able to build a fleet of passenger ships comparable ^d better than the foreign-built ones plying the seas today. But with the heavy government subsidies handed over to European and Japanese yards, American shipbuilders are handicapped severely. This problem is not unsolvable, and the nation's elected officials, once they have a mind to, can level this playing field as well. Clearly, with a little leadership and some positive thinking, the American cruise industry can take off. The last thing that is needed now is a step backward, and that is exactly what some runaway flag groups and their patsies are trying to do through an attempt to allow foreign cruise ships to operate between U.S. cities. These types hope to get rid of the Pas­ senger Services Act of 1886, which reserves Ae coastwise transport of pas­ sengers to U.S.-flag and U.S.-built ships. The runaway operators are seeking support for their end-around of U.S. shipping from American ports and travel agents and tourism types, promis­ ing that buckets of dough will be generated for local communities. Biting the runaway operators bait is in effect giving up on a U.S.-flag cruise ship industry and all of the economic benefits it can bring. When an American-flag passenger fleet is imminently possible, with a little leader­ ship from the nation's policy-makers, it does not make sense to scuttle a bonanza for America because a few companies operating runaway flag ships want to continually soak America and its citizens for profits without paying a penny of U.S. taxes or hiring American seafarers. I can tell you one thing. The SIU will fight tooth and nail to make sure these runaway flag peddlers are shut down. We equally will work with great vigor to bring about a vibrant U.S.-flag passenger ship fleet, employing American se^arers, pumping taxes into the federal and state treasuries and generating revenues for hundreds of American communities. , • •.. • K •• . JUNE 1992 White House Maritime Panel Te ftnneunce Findings in June USDA Works to Deep-Six Bush Program The Bush administration's recent­ ly formed high-level maritime policy working group will reveal its recom­ mendations for the U.S. fleet on June 17. On that day, the administration will present the findings of the work­ ing group, which is comprised of the heads of government departments. White House staff and military offi­ cials, to the Senate Commerce Com­ mittee. While the administration appears to be pursuing the development of a positive American maritime policy, it has been learned that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has been working to deep-six that initiative. Undermines Effort As the LOG was going to press, it received a copy of a May 28 memorandum being circulated by USDA. After examination of the document, the SIU and industry sour­ ces determined that the USDA clear­ ly is attempting to further its private agenda, even if such an effort under­ mines the president's directive to es­ tablish a unified maritime policy. The USDA, which doles out bil­ lions of taxpayer monies to giant agribusiness interests in the largest government subsidy to any sector of die economy, often has attempted to torpedo U.S. shipping. Despite the president's mandate, this case ap­ pears to be no different. The working group, which in ad­ dition to USDA has representatives from the departments of State, Defense, Commerce, Labor, among others, had originally hoped to have the administration appear before the Senate panel on June 4 to forward its proposals. But recently the working group sought and obtained a twoweek extension of its schedule. The White House maritime policy working group has been assigned the task of reviewing the state of the American merchant marine and developing recommendations for government programs and practices directed at the U.S.-flag privately owned shipping sector. The group, which is chaired by Secretary of Transportation Andrew H. Card, first will report its findings and suggestions to President George Bush's Policy Coordinating Group, formed in February by his chief of staff (and former secretary of transportation) Samuel K. Skinner, to develop the administration's domestic program. While very few details of the maritime policy group's agenda have been made public. Secretary Card, in his comments at a National Maritime Memorial Day ceremony in Alexandria, Va. last month, said the review of U.S. shipping is a challeng­ ing assignment. He warned that not all expectations can be met, but vowed to work "very, very hard" toward strengthening the U.S.-flag merchant marine. Industry and labor have wel­ comed the White House initiative. In fact, a key factor in the administration's interest in formulat­ ing a cohesive maritime policy ap­ pears to be the proclamation issued by two giant shipping companies— APL and Sea-Land—calling for im­ mediate steps to save the U.S.-flag fleet. SIU President Michael Sacco noted that the union welcomes "any movement toward the creation of a maritime program that is essential to this nation's interest in carrying out its role as the major world power." The White House group's forma­ tion was announced in April and it has been reported that the panel met twice weekly during May. The maritime policy working group's charge is to: identify and evaluate policies that will allow the commer­ cial U.S.-flag fleet engaged in foreign trade to compete, define the distinct roles of a commercial ship­ ping sector and a sealift fleet which is oriented strictly to meeting the nation's defense requirements and assess the impact on ^e competitive position of the U.S. fleet caused by numerous government regulatory regimes that cover ocean shipping. Financial Committee Reviews Records I: ;45-i;;'.-'vr " Volume 54. Number 6 . \i J iftfy "V.''. ry,\ : i-- •':' •' •'I ••f' ^1? i' June 1992 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSG Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at addition^ mailing offices. POSTMASTER:Send address chan­ ges to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith; Assistant Editor, Daniel Duncan; Associate Editors, Jor­ dan Biscardo, Max Hall; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene; Art, Bill Brower Rank-and-file SIU members Inspect the union's financial records for 1991. Elected by the membership, members of the committee Include (clockwise from bottom left) Recertified Bosun Peter Lolk (Baltimore), Recertified Steward Curtis Phillips (Wilmington), Recertified Steward Dana Cunningham (Baltimore), Recertified Btosun Jamie Miller (Piney Point), QMED Kevin Conklin (Jackson­ ville), Recertified Steward Francis Ostendam (Jacksonvllie) and QMED John Hoskins (Baltimore). .M �mi JUNE 1992 SEAFAIt^UMS 'Work Tax' Rmeal 5/11 Ctears House Panel A bill to repeal ^e fees that have been attached to merchant mariner documents and licenses sailed through an early step in the legislative process last month. The House Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Navigation on May 6, during a mark-up session in which bills are reviewed to determine if they should be moved forward, unanimously supported legislation strongly endorsed by the SIU that will )rohibit the United States Coast Guard from colecting monies from seamen and boatmen for their licenses, certificates of registry and documents, which also are known as z-cards. As a result of the panel's recommendation, the repeal bill moves out of the subcommittee and on to the next step—the full conunittee, which in this case is the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries tions setting the level of fees and collection proce­ dures. Committee. The procedure of charging mariners for Coast The Coast Guard's proposed user fees on docu­ Guard-issued credentials, which has been labeled ments and licenses, which first appeared in the a "work tax" by the SIU, was instituted by Con­ Federal Register last sununer, establish charges gress and the administration when the Omnibus that range from $135 for an AB or QMED en­ Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 was passed and dorsed document to $330 for an upper level license. The agency's proposal left the fees opensigned into law by the president. ended, stating that they would be reviewed and Coast Guard's Proposal That year, in an attempt to raise funds for the adjusted annually. The SIU has argued, in comments submitted to nation's deficit-ridden treasury, the Congress at­ the Coast Guard and in testimony presented to tached so-called user fees to various Coast Guard practices, under the theory that the beneficiaries of Congress, that the beneficiaries of licensed and the agency's programs should pay for services documented seamen are all users of waterways in rMdered. After the legislation was enacted, the general and all who live in communities along Coast Guard was mandated to develop the regula- coastal and inland waters. The union has charged that the work tax scheme is unfair, placing a bur­ den on seamen that is not replicated among any other group of workers. Congressman W.J. "Billy" Tauzin (D-La.), who chairs the Subconunittee on Coast Guard and Navigation, noted this fact in remarks before the panel during consideration of the work tax repeal bill last month. "Rail workers don't pay federal licensing fees. Commercial airline pilots do not pay federal licensing fees. What is more, staff has been unable to identify a single occupation that is responsible for paying a federal tax equivalent to the employ­ ment tax that merchant mariners will have to pay as required by the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990," Tauzin said. ., --r . I •.7:^ Seven SIU Sdiolarsiilps Awarded Three Seafarers and four children of SIU members were granted scholarships by a panel of educators who met last month to review the qualifications of each of the applicants for the 1992 awards. The Seafarers scholarship program, which was established 40 years ago, awarded a $15,000 scholarship to be used toward a four-year degree to AB Reginald R. Cuffee, 27, who began his sea-going career through the Lundeberg School entry rating program in 1988. The twenty-seven year old Seafarer, who primarily sails on LNG vessels, will major in electrical engineering. Chief Steward William H. Collins Jr., 38, won a $6,000 Of each scholarship winner, seepage 10. scholarship that he intends to apply toward the two-year de­ gree program of the Culinary In­ stitute of America, based in Hyde Park, N.Y. Another twoyear scholarship was given to Gregory M. Hill, who sails as an Brother Hill, 37, intends to use his scholarship to secure a nursing certificate at Davis & ELkins College ofElkins, W.Va. The four children of Seafarers who each won a $15,000 scholarship are Byron Blanco, son of Recertified Steward Ceasar F. Blanco; Eugenio Diego in, son of Chief Cook Eugenio Diego H; Pamela Ellen Gontha, daughter of AB Ed­ ward J. Gontha and Monica L. Miles, daughter of FOWT Wilbert James Miles Jr. The $15,000 scholarship awards are paid over the course Offsetting Revenues The selection committee chose seven scholarship recipients who will receive a combined total of $87,000 in grants to pursue their academic degrees. Participating in the review process are (from left) Dr. Michael Glaser, Dr. Keith Schlender, Dr. Henry Toutain and Dr. Charles D. O'Connell Jr. of four years. The SlU's scholar­ ship program is recognized throughout the academic com­ munity ^ one of the largest un­ restricted grants awarded to sons and daughters of union members. Scholarship wiimers can pursue four years of study at any college or university in the Unit^ States or its territories in whatever field they choose to follbw. The panel of professional educators, which was appointed by the Board of Trustees of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, that selected this year's scholarship winners was comprised of the following scholars and academicians; Father David Al­ bert Boileau, Loyola University; Dr. Trevor Carpenter, Charles County (Md.) Community Col­ lege; Dr. Michael Glaser, St. Mary's College of Maryland, and Dr. Keith Schlender, the Medical College of Ohio. Also on the scholarship selec­ tion committee were Dr. Charles Lyons Jr. of the American As­ sociation of Colleges and Universities, Dr. Charles D. O'­ Connell Jr. of the University of Chicago, Dr. Gayle A. Olson of the University of New Orleans and Dr. Henry Toutain of Gustavus Adolphus College in Min­ nesota. Applicants for the scholar­ ships were judged by the educators, who met for two days, on the basis of scholastic ability, character, high school grades, college boards or American college test scores, letters of recommendation and participation in extracurricular activities. With the seven 1992 scholarship winners, the total number of Seafarers scholarship awardees is 217. Before recommending the work tax repeal bill, known as H.R. 4693, Ae House subcommittee members present accepted an amendment to clarify language in the legislation to ensure that fees cannot be collected by the Coast Guard for any process involved in the issuing of a mariner license, document or certificate of registry. The original bill prohibits the collection of a fee for the issuance of merchant mariner documents, licenses and certificates of registry. The amend­ ment prohibits the assessment of a fee for any procedures a seaman or boatman goes through to get his or her Coast Guard credential—including application, evaluation, testing, issuance, or any other aspect of the documentation and licensing ^ process. The subcommittee chairman said the clarifying amendment was necessary in order to ensure that no one can "get around our prohibition by the simple use of the English language." Because the Congress and the Coast Guard initially intended to raise some $6 million annually Continued on page 14 Alert Deckhand Rescue Boatman Thirty-five feet above the waterline on an empty barge in Tampa Bay (Fla.), Seafarer Richard Tanner heard what sounded like a person splashing near the craft around 10:30 p.m. April 16. "It was very dark so 1 climbed down the pigeon holes (openings on the side of a barge for foot and hand holds) and saw this guy swinuning," Tanner related to Port Representative Steve Judd who spoke with the crew of the SlU-contracted vessel when it recently docked in Davant, La. "1climbed up, secured some lines and climbed back down to get him. The man was badly burned, but he helped himself up to the top of the barge," the deckhand added. Tanner, a 19-year veteran of the SIU, signaled with his flashlight to his crewmates on the tug Ocean Star that he had a survivor from the buming tugboat Bever­ ly Anderson. The Ocean Star had separated from the barge—leaving Tan­ ner aboard as a lookout—^to help in the A panel of professional educators selected the 1992 winners of the rescue of the buming vessel. All but one Seafarers scholarship program. Reviewing the applicants' records are (from crewmember from the Beverly Anderson left) Dr. Charles Lyons Jr., Dr. Gayle A. Olson, Dr. Trevor Carpenter and had been accounted for by the SlUFather David A. Boileau. v.;t' Tanner with the line used in the rescue. crewed Ocean Star, a Sheridan Transpor­ tation tug. However, the Anderson's survivors feared their engineer. Continued on page 14 • A' -AV;A: •" • �>lMrww8*S?9l®|l 4 fer--»-fi?4^eff-';^'-;'.': 'A;:.! ••„;•' '"i'sii; liPipSwif "lij'fM I' '\ .'• )'• • • > '• '.' r'h' ' fp: "V f>iii''^'liv'-% -• ;-."'iti&; 'v?»' 'f JUNE 1992 SEWARBtStOG Daro-Year Gulf Seallft Ends Persian Gulf sealift operations, which at one point included 205 dty cargo ships and 22 tankers, ended in mid-April when the last vessel carry­ ing U.S. military equipment was redeployed from Ad Dammam, Saudi Arabia, the Military Sealift Command announced recently. That ended a process which began jn August 1990, immediately after Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. Since then, more than 15 million tons of cargo and fuel were transported to and from the Middle East aboard U.S.-flag vessels including Ready Reserve Force (RRF) ships. Military Sealift Command (MSC) contracted vessels and privately owned com­ mercial ships. MSC, the Defense Department's manager for ocean transportation, said in a written statement that nearly 900 lifts moved more than 12 million short tons of dry cargo and fuel on government owned or contracted vessels during Operations Desert Shield, Desert Storm and Desert Sor­ tie. Another three million short tons were transported on privately owned container and breakbulk ships. Efficient Sea Transport All of the container loads needed by the military were carried on U.S.flag vessels, with APL and Sea-Land transporting 81 percent of those boxes. In all, U.S. liner companies moved 38,519 containers to the theater. More than 95 percent of the unit equipment, supplies and fuel needed to support U.S. forces in the Persian Gulf was transported on ships under the control of MSC, according to the statement. This included thousands of tanks, armored vehicles, helicop­ ters, self-propelled Howitzers and other militaiy equipment. U.S.-flag ships carried 80 percent of the total oceangoing cargo across 8,700 miles of sea in record time. U.S.-flag ships, both privately owned and government owned, were keystones of transportation support during the rapid buildup of U.S. military forces in the Persian Gulf from August 1990 to January 1991, MSC said. Additionally, many con­ tinued their support during the 15 months following the cease fire, as U.S. forces redeployed to their home bsscs By October 1990, MSC was directing 171 ships including 12f flying U.S. flags. Seafarers crewed most of the American ships there which included 44 from the RRF, eight fast sealift ships, 2^ prepositioning ships, two aviation logistics support ships, two hospita' ships and several dry cargo ships anc tankers chartered from private in­ dustry. The second phase of surge ship­ ping began in early November, anc by mid-January MSC was operating its largest strategic sealift force ever. Desert Sortie, the third phase o sealift, began in March 1991 anc marked the start of redeployment ef­ forts. When the cease fire was or­ dered, 44 ships were headed to the Middle East fully laden with sustainment cargo. Most of those tumec around and headed to other ports. Unit cargo was redeployed out of Saudi ports to more than 40 ports around the world. MSC described the total opera­ tions as "one of the most remarkable military transportation accomplish­ ments in history. The success . demonstrated the nation's tremen­ dous reliance on a highly responsive U.S.-flag fleet for logistics support in time of war." Desert Shield/Storm/Sortie Sealift Facts • Ninety-five jjercent of all materiel sup-1 porting the military's operation in the Per- [ sian Gulf was transported by ship. • Most of the military's equipment and I stores came from the United States, re- ] quiring that it be transported to a location 8,700 miles away. • With more than 430,000 U.S. troops in the Gulf, sealift deployments carried enough supplies for apopulation equal in size to that of Fort Worth, Texas or St. j Louis, Mo. • More than 15 million tons of cargo and I fuel were shipped on U.S.-flag ships to | and from the Middle East. In October 1990, the Military Sealift | Command (MSC) was directing 171 ships including 128 U.S.-flag vessels. The number increased by January 1991 to a peak of 205 dry cargo ships and 22 tankers. Approximately 900 lifts were performed I by crewmembers on government owned or contracted vessels. That accounted for movement of more than 12million tbnsof dry cargo and fuel; another three million tons were transported on privately owned | ships. • On December 31, the U.S. had a "steel I bridge" across the ocean with 132 ships en route to Saudi Arabia and 47 returning to the U.S. That is one ship every 50 miles | from Savannah, Ga. to the Persian Gulf. Remembering Those Who Went Before Bentley Bill Would Give U.S.-Flag Ships Priority in Miiitary Equipment Transport Representative Helen Delich Bentley (R-Md.) has offered a bill giving U.S.-flag merchant vessels priority for ocean transportation of Defense Department cargoes. The former head of the Federal Maritime Commission followed through on her comments made during a March congressional hearing on the Maritime Administration budget that she intended to limit the number of governmentowned vessels transporting government cargoes in competition with the private sector. The legislation is designed to set into law provisions of a 1954 agreement, known as the Wilson-Weeks Agreement, that set general guidelines for the use, transfer and allocation of merchant ships in peace and war. TTie bill also would limit the number of government-owned vessels that can be used in peacetime so that a sufficient supply of merchant mariners would be available to crew Ready Reserve Force vessels in a call-up like the conflict in the Middle East. Vessels Built or Repaired with Gov't Subsidy To Be Barred from U.S. Ports under Gibbons'Bill Legislation designed to close U.S. ports to vessels built or repaired with government subsidies faces a strong challenge in the Senate after it passed the House of Representatives 339-78 on May 13. The bill, introduced by Representative Sam Gibbons (D-Fla.), was designed to save jobs at America's dwindling shipyards. The legislation would prevent any vessel which was built or repaired after the legislation is signed into law and whose construction was fiinded by government subsidies from entering a U.S. port until that subsidy is repaid. The Senate is looking into amending the legislation to impose trade sanctions against countries that subsidize shipyards. American shipyards stopped receiving subsidies in 1981. Since then, 40 shipyards have closed t^ng with them 120,000 jobs. With the expected cutback in Defense Department vessel construction, reports have estimated another 180,000 shipyard employees could be out of work by 1998. Breakthrough In EC Stance on Agriculture Puts Maritime-Threatening GATT Talks on Track The European Community late last month was hoping for a breakthrough in the Uruguay Round of GATT trade talks. The EC oveHiauled its massive agricultural price-support and export-subsidy system, potentially clearing the way for resumption of global trade talks which have been stalled for about two years. Meanwhile, GATT chief Arthur Dunkel cautioned that the latest deadline to conclude the talks by the end of this year might not be met. "We are already dangerously close to missing the target of concluding the round by the end of this year, not to speak of die implementation date of January 1,1993," he said. Dunkel added that an understanding between the U.S. and EC on agriculture alone would not ensure the round's success. With the possibility of a breakthrough, the SIU reiterated its positions that waterbome transportation services should be excluded from the GATT talks. Including U.S. shipping in GATT would endanger the national defense and put America at severe risk to foreign shipping interests, the SIU maintains. NI» •".•••• • 'i' '•"••• ••-tf';:;,.. ; • LV. .- •• '•'aSSS:: Representing the SlU at the National Maritime Day memorial wreath-placing ceremony in Washington D.C. were Seafarers Richard Sadberry, Shawna Joyce, William Lardieri, Jeff Rothley, James Roth, John Batson, Daniel DelBuono, Ronnie Fleming, Sara Moore, Celina Butler, Deborah Textor, Jesse Natividad, John Miller, Noel Villanueva, Christopher Quail, Leo Yockey, Michael Jackson, Adrian Davis, Joseph Perry, Donald MacDonald arid Dale Kirsch. 1990 Bilateral Ship Pact with USSR Becomes a U.SJRussla Agreement n the aftemath of the dismantling of the Soviet Union into a commonwealth of independent states. Maritime Administrator Warren Leback and Russian Deputy Director of Marine Transport Aleg Savin last month signed a new pact which updates the bilateral maritime agreement reached in 1990 between heU.S.andtheU.S.S.R. ^ Russia is the only republic included in the "memorandum of consultation." The U.S. Department of Transportation and State Department have deter­ mined that new agreements are needed for each affected republic. An agreement with Ukraine will be negotiated next. The latest Russian agreement fulfills an order from President Bush which allows former Soviet shipping lines to enter the U.S. ports of New London and Groton, Conn.; Kings Bay, Ga.; Port Hueneme, Calif.; Norfolk, Va.; Jonolulu; Portsmouth, N.H., and the Florida harbors of Port St. Joe, Panama City and Port Canaveral. In return, Russia agreed to open its restricted ports to American shipping once those harbors allow for foreign conunercial transportation. That process started last year with the opening of Vladivostock. "• ->W �.% ^ . w. • .''•s''r''. JUHE1992 » T Sv - ^ . SBUWIHtSm Deacon Crew Braves High Seas in Rescue Operation ". k.. >"i'r',KiT... • -n- .'i'" 5 •>> 1 -vV •• • :r:.:;; • •. .. ,;;y "•. , 'V,. , . I -;•, •IV;; ;•',; •'i ••. -•• '".v"- ' V"'" •" «£». -1 For the four Houston-area Seafarers who crew The Deacon, a G&H Towing tugboat, December 19 gave new meaning to the description "a dark and stormy night." On that date—with waves crash­ ing over the wheelhouse—Captain Bobby Sarvis, Chief Engineer Jimmy Payne and ABs Ray McGuire and Walter Blume braved gale-force winds and 17-foot seas to tow another tugboat and a 180-foot barge to safety. Because of the hor­ rendous weather, the operation took nearly 20 hours before ending safely at daybreak at Westport Terminal in Galveston (Texas) Harbor, Sarvis es­ timated. "The other tugboat (the Miss Bobby May) was running out of diesel," Sarvis said. "We couldn't just leave her there. "Everything went safely and there was no damage to anyone or any­ thing. But we had to take it dead slow. It was a hairy situation." At one point the line from the Miss Bobby May to the b^ge parted, so The Deacon chased the larger craft and re-secured it. "Those people were lucky," stated McGuire. "They could have sunk out there. 'Determination and Courage' The ordeal started when the Miss Bobby May experienced fuel problems while towing the barge. The Deacon responded to a call for assistance. "We were told we had to go about three miles [off the Galveston Sea Buoy], but it was more like 30," said Payne, a 20-year member of the SIU. "Jobs like that are optional if there's [substantial] danger, but we did it. "These are good riding boats. It was rough, but I wasn't worried about sinking or anything." "If we hadn't towed them, they would have been on the beach," ex­ plained Sarvis, also a 20-year Seafarer. "The other tug used a smaU line and we used a smaller line than usual because of the weather." "Oh, man, it was miserable," said McGuire, who in retrospect managed to laugh about the challenging as­ signment. The AB who joined the SIU in 1977 said he "never ex­ perienced anything like that before Members of The Deacon who braved gale-force winds and 17-foot seas to rescue another tugboat and a 180-foot barge are, from left, ABs Ray "Mugsy" McGuire and Walter Blume, Chief Engineer Jimmy "Indiana" Payne and Capt. Bobby San/is. and I don't want another! But we finally got a line on him and got them m. Sarvis, Payne, McGuire and Blume received thank-you letters from Roland Harrington, vice presi­ dent of Suderman & Young Towing, which owns The Deacon. "The men of The Deacon displayed determina­ tion, courage and devotion to duty that is a credit to your profession," the letter reads. "We conunend you gentlemen and thank you for a job well done." '••tm: • •- •' -i-i Swift Aid to Overboard Shipmato Earns Rhodes an Award Seafarer Daniel J. Rhodes recent­ "That's the first time I've ever ex­ ly was recognized by Sea-Land for perienced anything like that," his quick response to an emergency Rhodes told the Seafarers LOG. "It on board the Sea-Land Tacoma. happened so fast, I guess you just act on instinct. Brother Rhodes, who sails as a deck/engine utility, won praise after he helped save another mariner who had fallen overboard. Tacoma Master Richard Brooks described the rescue in a letter to Bob Hall, SIU assistant vice president based in Seattle: "When (AB) Don McFarland fell over the side of the ship while rigginglhe gangway net on the dock in Ko^ak, Alaska, Daniel was one of the first on the scene. When he saw that the ship's life ring tossed to Don was drifting away, he immedi­ ately ran to a life ring on the dock, tossed it to the man in the water and held on to the line until we rigged a ladder to the man and put someone down in the water to hook a harness on Don. Daniel Rhodes didn't have to be asked to do the right thing. "We are very proud of seaman Rhodes," the letter continues. "He is a good worker and an excellent ship­ Daniel J. Rhodes receives the ship's Crewmember of the Month Award. mate." Mariners Honored for Rescue of Fishermen :>•••-•,Y .-• • OS Daniel Arnold (left) and Third Mate Greg Musk receive plaques from the Women's Propeller Club Port of New York during an April 9 ceremony for their roies in rescuing two fishermen whose boat caught fire and sank 50 miles oU the North Carolina coast February 18, 1991. Arnold and Musk, who were sailing aboard the 88 Buyer at that time, dove into the ocean to assist the two fishermen who had been drifting for more than six hours. "Don wasn't panicked, but he was in shock because it was so cold." Rhodes, 27, received the ship's Crewmember of the Month Award, along with a T-shirt and certificate. The certificate lists the criteria for winning the award: "the licensed or unlicensed crewmember of the ship who demonstrates the best qualities of job performance, including resourcefulness, initiative and motivation. This person has done his job, got along with his shipmates and lent a hand when needed—above and beyond what has been expected of every crewmember." Bom in Seattle, Brother Rhodes graduated from the Lundeberg School in July 1990. He also served for five years in the Marine Corps. "I had read about the merchant marine when I was in the service," Rhodes said. "It sounded interesting. Then one day I met a merchant mariner at a bus stop. I asked him about the field, and he told me to go to the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. "So I called (Lundeberg School Vice President) Ken Conklin, and a week and a half after I was out of the Marines, I was at the Lundeberg School." Rhodes said he likes the travel and earning a fair wage as a Seafarer. Overall, he has been quite happy with his career choice. "I love it, and I want to move up to third engineer," he said. Seafarer's Son Saves Swimmer Like his father and grandfather, was. Mooney then paddled to land, 17-year-old Shannon Edward took off his wetsuit to afford him Mooney knows a thing or two about greater mobility and plunged back into the water wearing a pair of safety at sea. Mooney proved that April 2 when trunks. he rescued a tired boogie boarder Mooney, who is considering a who was in danger of drowning about career widi the Seafarers, brought 500 feet offshore at Francis State Kaufusi ashore without incident. (Calif.) Beach. Mooney carried 16year-old Billy Kaufusi ashore, where Kaufusi was treated by paramedics for a mild case of hypothermia. Mooney is the son of retired QMED Steven Mooney and retired SIU official Ed Mooney. Shannon, a junior in high school, used to be a lifeguard at China Beach in San Fran­ cisco. Currently he is a standout on his school's track team. On the day of the rescue. Shannon and Kaufusi were among a large group of surfers and boogie boarders. (A boogie board looks like a minia­ ture surfboard and is ridden lying rather than standing.) Kaufusi be­ came cold and tired and realized he could not get back to shore on his own, so he paddled toward Mooney and asked for help. Mooney later told a local newspaper that he instructed Kaufusi 8hannon Mooney comes from seafaring to remain calm and stay where he family and knows about safety at sea. ;i V i ?; II ; i- , ..w •' ' ^ -vi , S'".. " ' •-t'-L j; yi- " •If''®' I �-K:^- • -I >' 6 SEAFARERS LOG Lundeberg School Prepares Seamen in Use CN Masks to Prevent Benzene Expesure • • r.•• f' JUNE 1992 The regulations allow employers to establish procedures between March 14 and mid-September by which all shipboard employees who can be exposed to benzene and ben­ zene-carrying properties will under­ go a blood test and pulmonary exam required by the agency. After midSeptember, all crewmembers must have undergone this procedure. Currently, the SIU, the Seafarers Welfare Plan and the union's con­ tracted operators are refining a process by which all deep sea Seafarers will meet the testing re­ quirements. Many SlU-contracted companies have programs in place. Proper use of anti-benzene ex­ tube of irritant smoke. A student, out­ posure equipment that soon will be fitted in a mask, stands in a pl^tic carried on many carriers transporting chamber. The capsule of irritant either the substance itself or products smoke is released in Ae chamber. If containing the substance is now a the student feels nothing, the mask is part of the curriculum offered by the doing its job. Instructor Shaffer notes Lundeberg School to Seafarers the irritant smoke test provides the taking the tankerman, pumproom most secure results. "There is no way maintenance and operations, and oil around this one. If the mask has a leak spill prevention and containment you are going to feel the irritant smoke. It will make someone courses. Two days of the pumpman course cough." are devoted to benzene safety proce­ dures, explains Lundeberg School in­ structor Jim Shaffer. Seafarers learn of the various kinds of masks—in­ cluding model numbers, sizes, manufacturers—^that have been ap­ proved by the federal government s industrial safety-monitoring agen­ cies. The masks prevent seamen from being subjected to quantities of ben­ zene that go over the level of ex­ posure allowed by the Coast Guard regulation covering the dangerous chemical. Masks are one kind of protective gear that shipowners can utilize to ensure that seamen Instructor Jim Shaffer (left) emits the irritant smoke into a chamber where Seafarer Eric employed on their vessels are not Sutton wiii check his mask for leaks. exposed to the toxic chemical. All companies employing mer­ chant seamen who may be exposed to the chemical were required by the Coast Guard to have in place an ex­ posure monitoring plan by April 15. This was one of the provisions man­ A bill designed to make all in­ as well as safety conditions for the dated by the Coast Guard's hazard­ dividuals employed on towing ves­ communities and their residents ous material regulations regarding sels of more than five gross tons hold living along the waterways. benzene exposure for merchant Coast Guard documents may clear As federal law now reads, crew­ mariners which were issued in final the House Merchant Marine and members aboard tugs and tows on the form on January 15. These regula­ Fisheries Committee by the end of inland waterways and on boats of less tions cover a host of benzene-related the month. than 100 gross tons that sail the coas­ matters—from exposure levels to Presently, the safety of an entire tal waters are not required to have shipboard training to testing for the shipboard crew is jeopardized by a Coast Guard documents. Of these substance in a seaman's seaman blood. loophole in the law that allows a vessels, if they are more than 26 feet among other things. majority of crewmembers aboard in­ in length, the Coast Guard requires As part of the January 15-issued land water vessels to be exempt from only &e vessel operator to have a regulations, the federal agency set holding Coast Guard merchant license. exposure limits at one part of ben­ mariner documents. Research recently conducted by zene per million parts of air (1 ppm) Document holders must submit to the SIU demonstrated that inland averaged over an eight-hour period. drug testing, undergo a criminal in­ water vessels are less safe than deep The short term exposure limit, which vestigation, allow for a cheek of the sea and Great Lakes ships, which cannot be repeated over four times a National Driver Register for cany fully documented crews. Using day, is 5 ppm averaged over a 15- evidence of alcohol abuse and take an information from the Coast Guard minute period. An hour wait must be oath to follow all applicable federal database on casualties and marine ac­ taken by a seaman between such ex­ laws. cidents, the SIU learned that human posure periods. The SIU strongly supports the enor is a much larger factor in the Course Covers Tests Merchant Mariner Document Ex­ total number of accidents involving Lundeberg School students learn pansion Bill (H.R. 4394), introduced tugs and towboats than in accidents to don the equipment properly and by the conunittee chairman, Walter involving ocean-going and Great get accustomed to the fit. Additional­ B. Jones (D-N.C.). Lakes vessels. The legislation first must clear a ly, the students conduct positive In fact, the data suggest that pressure tests and negative pressure mark-up session by the House Sub­ human factors are the primary cause tests once the mask is on to ensure committee on Coast Guard and of accidents involving tugs and tows, against any openings in the protec­ Navigation. (A mark-up session whereas on Great Lakes and deep sea tive gear. Once those tests are con­ jrepares a bill for its next step in the ships, the human factor accounts for duct^, a final examination of the egislative process.) That meeting only one-third of all accidents. equipment is executed through the could be held as early as mid-June. If The Coast Guard defines human use of irritant smoke. approved, H.R. 4394 would go factors as the following; bypass of In a positive pressure test, the before the whole committee. available safety devices, inattention Seafarer holds the palm of his or her If passed there, the bill could be to duty, intoxication by alcohol or hand under the chin thereby blocking debated and voted on by the full drugs, calculated risk, carelessness, off the exhalation valve and causing House of Representatives before the lack of training, error in judgement, pressure inside the mask to build. If summer recess in mid-July. H.R. lack of knowledge, operator error, no pressure builds, the student deter­ 4394 then would go to the Senate for fatigue, stress, physical or mines there is leakage and the equip­ approval. psychological impairment, failure to ment should not be relied on to When the SIU testified before the comply with the rules of the road or prevent exposure. subcommittee in March, Executive regulations and inadequate super­ Conversely, the negative pressure Vice President Joseph Sacco told the test requires tihe Serfarer to cover Congress there is a "lack of unifor­ vision. The bill, if enacted, would help with the palms of his or her hands the mity between the r^uirements that canisters which serve as the mask's must be met by individuals employed protect the crewmembers of 3,300 intake system. If the mask collapses, on various vessels." The union also tugs and tows operating on the the Seafarer knows there is a le^; if argued that implementation of the nation's 25,777 miles of navigable pressure is maintained, the protective legislation would improve the lives waterways whose lives and equipment is ready to wear. and working conditions for crew­ livelihoods are endangered by this The final equipment test utilizes a members aboard tugs and towboats. safety loophole. House Panel te Censlder BUI Te Close Rivers' Safety Leephele > JV In the series of photos above, pumpman course student Leonardo Papa dons a mask which is designed to protect the seaman from benzene exposure. First, he prepares to put the mask on. Next, he puts the straps over his head. He then secures the side straps, chin straps and temple straps. j'- . ,--.;i ; •... rrMf':- . Upgrader John Beard subjec the positive pressure test (in top^hoto) and the negative pressure test (in bottom photo). �i?»SI MME1992 SEAFARERS UIG Dnfelve Bosuns Pass Rigonus Recertification Course Twelve SIU members who have Crane and several fellow bosuns continued honing their skills to the noted that the group featured a wide finest edge graduated last month as variety of ethnic and geographic recertifi^ bosuns during the May backgrounds but was very cohesive. membership meeting at the Paul Hall During the five-week course. Center for Maritime Training. The Crane and his fellow bosuns finished his brother Lawrence is a recertified bosun and their father, Mario, com­ pleted the recertification course years ago. Both still are active Seafarers. Another brother, John, also sails with the union in the deck themselves." Pereira said he was elated to wit­ ness the late SIU President Paul Hall's vision of "creating a school that would make the best seamen in the world, to put on American-flag vessels" come true. Good Learning Environment Pat Rankin, 43, commended the Lundeberg School instructors and said he was grateful to have the chance to bolster his career. "You can move up in the SIU," Rankin, who joined the union 25 years ago in the port of Mobile, Ala.,, told the trainees in the audience. "You're treated very well here," i-1. f-f • iS Recertified bosuns join SIU President Michael Sacco and Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco for a group graduation picture. They are, from left: Jim Crane, Bill Dean, Bill Csapo, Domingo Leon, Michael Sacco, Robert Zepeda, Pat Rankin, Steve Argay, Jim Jowers, Ron Dailey, Bill Stoltz, Monte Pereira and Joseph Sacco. bosuns completed the highest cur­ advanced classes in firefighting, riculum available to SIU members safety and first aid as well as deck who sail in the deck department. skill courses in wire-splicing, knot"We had a melting pot of per­ tying and navigation. TTiey also prac­ sonalities, people from all over," said ticed ship-handling procedures in the Bosun James Crane. "The classes Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School's were interesting and we had a great simulator, which reproduces sailing bunch of guys. The fact that everyone conditions at sea and in ports got along so well helped make the worldwide. time here fun and interesting." One important aspect of the bosuns' curriculum focused on workings of the union and its various plans. The recertification program brought the bosuns into contact with every department of the SIU for question-and-answer sessions. For example, they met with offi­ cials from the union's governmental affairs department, from the collec­ tive bargaining department, from the welfare, vacation, training and pen­ sion funds and from the Seafarers LOG. Additionally, the bosuns practiced communication methods and leaderShip skills in workshop-like sessions wiA Lundeberg School instructors. Jim Jowers practices shiphandling pro­ cedures in the School's simulator. •1^1 .-I-; > Vft'-- •-. •• •••• department. Robert, who joined the union in 1976 in the port of Houston, said his favorite part of the course was the firefighting training. Stephen Argay said he was "im­ pressed with how the union filters out any incoming (legislative) proposals that could affect the SIU. Nothing slips by." Argay, 45, joined the Seafarers in 1971 in the port of New York. He described upgrading as "a necessity. You realize that more so when you leave the school and return to a ship." It has been 16 years since BUI Stoltz first attended the Lundeberg School as a trainee, and he marvelled at how "modernized" the facilities have become. Stoltz said he believes "upgrading your knowledge and skills on basics is important. CPR, firefighting ... you forget a lot of it over time, because hopefully you haven't had to use it." Rafael **Monte" Pereira gave a stirring speech during the member­ ship meeting. A 30-year member of A Zepeda Family Tradition the union, Pereira told a rapt For 33-year-old Robert Zepeda, audience, "Tlie only reason I'm here completing the recertification course is [the SIU's drug and alcohol seemed like a logical step. After all. rehabilitation program]. Fifteen years ago, I came to Piney Point and I was in a lot of trouble. "But I learned that the SIU is 100 percent behind anybody who's inter­ ested in doing something to better Domingo Leon Jr. (right) helps Patrick Rankin put on his firefighting gear. noted BiU Csapo. "Any problems are taken care of immediately. The staff makes sure your only concern is the course you're taking, so you can get the most out of it." Csapo joined the Seafarers in 1978 in the port of New York. He said his favorite part of the recertification course was the advanced firefighting class. Domingo Leon, Jr. said he learned a lot in the sealift classes. Leon, 38, joined the SIU in 1970 in the port of New York. He added that he enjoyed the effective com­ munications class. "When you're on a ship, diplomacy with the crew is important." •> , Continued on page 12 I .. •I ' Instructor John Smith (left) tells students how to operate a fire extinguisher correctly. A course in sealift damage control was part of the recertified bosuns' curriculum. , 'I . .\ht ' �if.,'., feS/v -II:' : , 8 II'SV! JURE 1992 SEOFAKERSiM Cornelius Crew Prepares Laker for Fifout inspection •iV'" mmm r-v-'V•.' 1 1, •^Jnr : i:'" i,''-y" ^ '''• •"•*'' • '.«'•>:•• A 'T: . •• '7,..' One ritual the crewmembers of ail Great Lakes vessels, like the Adam E. Cornelius, must go through is an an­ nual inspection by the Coast Guard. All departments pitch in to prepare the bulker for the day-long inspection which has to be passed before die Cor­ nelius can set sail. For the Cornelius crew, this annual ritual took place on April 13, the day a LOG reporter was on board. Here is how the LOG reporter saw the day's events unfolding: Although the deck department just has signed on, there is no time to get reacquainted at a leisurely pace with the ship, which has spent the winter in Toledo, Ohio. Life vests and preser­ vers must be repositioned across the ship, flares must be checked and firefighting equipment must be tested to pass the safety inspection. AB John Hurley tightens hatch cover Then it is on to the deck itself. Some clamps on deck of Adam E. Comellus. crewmembers inspect hatch covers to make sure they have not been damaged. Others work with the lifeboats and landing craft to verify they are operational. A couple more head for the windlass to make sure the anchors have survived the winter. "When it's time to report to the ship, the guys know it is time to go to work," Bosun William Mulcahy told the reporter. "We only have a few days before we have to be underway. Every­ thing has to be done now." The gateman and conveyormen have been aboard for nearly a week removing ice and examining the hatches and conveyors for damage. Meanwhile, the QMEDs, oilers and wipers have been refurbishing and cleaning the giant diesels that operate the American Steamship Company vessel for the upcoming season. QMED James Rilly, an SIU member for 23 years, stated, "There is plenty to do down here to get her ready for the inspection, but we're ready for the [shipping] season." After reporting with the first ar­ rivals and making sure everything in the galley is in working order, the steward department stays busy taking on stores and feeding the crew. The crew of the Cornelius passes the Coast Guard inspection for 1992. The posted sailing time is mere hours QMED Bud Schroder searches for a part needed In the englneroom. away. ^7,: •'•' ,.-v '•fe : •' • .• • '.V|; ' With a pipe wrench in hand. Wiper Norman FIttahey Is ready to work. 'C^ -- •-•• >• Preparing for Inspection are (In photo left) Gateman Roger Lorenz, left, and Conveyorman Myron Johnston and (In photo right) maintenance team member Wayne Bucher. AB Mike Bensman releases the anchor chain brake. 7'" • 'Ol'S"?;'. , •i.'^''S>: �wti.n III iilm ir ••'^11 rn I - law •• . ' • • '.•••.• ..-'^^V' JUME1992 ^i'-•-V-V i'--=\'' . -0-.-v.. •-• • w V'"'V SEAFARERS LOG &vton's Crew Rescues 2Hhm Bianhm nmrio' 'Jiii r^v-•' '•V>.r"'.'i„"i' 5? JS:rS. Fiirryv" ••.• Seamen aboard the S!IU-contracted ITB Groton rescued 21 crewmembers from a burning Taiwanese fishing vessel April 14. There were no serious injuries and the Groton mariners, who performed with precision throughout the operation, even managed to save the Taiwanese crew's dog. The rescue took place northeast of St. Croix, starting around 9:30 p.m. and ending at about midnight. An hour later, a Coast Guard cutter picked up the rescued Taiwanese fishermen. "It was a pretty smooth operation," said AB Phil Poole. "Everyone chipped in and everyone seemed to know what they were doing." The Groton had it honestly makes you thankful to be in the SIU. Foreign-flag ships let a lot of things go." "It was kind of like culture shock for them to come on board our ship," said Poole. "A lot of them didn't even have shoes. None of them spoke English." Corley concurred with the other ABs and added, "The rescue couldn't have gone any better. Everyone knew their job and did it. I'm just glad no one got (seriously) hurt." The Taiwanese boat's captain received treat­ ment for minor facial bums which he sustained while trying to determine the severity of the blaze. The cause of the fire is unknown. Groton crewmem­ bers, including Wiper Ahmed Salim, who also took part in the rescue, received a letter of com­ mendation from Sheridan taken on cargo at the A Coast Guard emergency medical technican Is lowered from a helicopter to the burning Taiwanese boat. Transportation, the Hess Oil terminal in St. operator of the integrated Croix and was headed tug-barge. Joe Gehegan, to New York when a Coast Guard Sheridan's vice president of marine cutter relayed a distress call from the operations, wrote, "Your quick Chen Homg 3, a 140-foot fishing response in assisting the crew of the trawler. stricken fishing vessel is viewed with pride. The leadership abilities dis­ The Groton arrived at the scene played in coordinating the rescue ef­ two hours later, where a Coast Guard fort and the seamanship exhibited by diver/emergency medical technician, all hands is conunended." who had been lowered from a Groton Captain Charles Duncan helicopter to the Chen Homg 3, also sent a letter praising the crew to report^ that a fire was buming out Sheridan Transportation. "I would of control in the Taiwanese boat's like to commend the crew of the engineroom. Parts of the engine were Groton for their performance in the flooded, and the tuna boat was com­ rescue operation," Duncan wrote. pletely inunobile. "From launching and recovering the Moreover, the Chen Homg 3 had lifeboat, feeding the rescued crew, no lifeboats, rafts or lifejackets. helicopter transfer of the Coast "We could see the boat was listing, The captain of the rescued fishing boat stands at left with his grateful crew (seated). Guard EMT, embarkation of fisher­ and smoke was visible," recalled AB Next to the Taiwanese captain are Groton crewmembers Chief Steward Marvin men to Coast Guard motor launch, to Mark Carpenter. "Luckily, the seas DeLoatch, Chief Engineer Joe Knizewski, First Assistant Engineer Mike Frew and having engines ready to answer all Captain Charles Duncan. weren't bad." requested speeds, all hands Bosun Nell Matthey, Pumpman Colavito, Third Officer Ken Curtin, "When you see a situation like responded to the emergency." Photos of the rescue operation Rich Natoli, Chief Officer Nick Second Assistant Engineer Rick that, the (unsafe) condition of their were sent to the Seafarers LOG by Coughlin and Third Assistant En­ boat and the way they were dressed. Carpenter and Corley. gineer Rick Demaiinis immediately manned and launched the port lifeboat. On the first trip they rescued 16 crewmembers from the buming fishing boat, while a handful stayed behind with the Coast Guard diver to make a last-minute assessment. Realizing their vessel could not be saved, the other Taiwanese fisher­ men soon headed for the Groton on its lifeboat's second trip. With ABs Poole, Carpenter and Charles Corley Sr. manning the lines and taking turns at the wheel, everyone returned safely to the Groton. Chief Steward Marvin De­ Loatch and Chief Cook Frank Cordero then prepared food and beverages for the distraught fishermen. "They really chowed down," said Chief Mate Nick Colavito (left) and AB Mark Carpenter oined their shipmates in AB Charles M. Corley Sr., an SlU mem­ Carpenter. "It looked like they hadn't responding to the distress call which saved the lives of 21 Taiwanese fishermen and ber since 1988, said the rescue operation their dog after a fire rendered their tuna boat useless. eaten in a while. "couldn't have gone better." , ; -r, /.-J" • • -m ;/ I,./ �mm.. . • V ••v.'-'"-'^^•••-''p '•• •--••• :••" '' •' l:~^'ylW'tTft'' SEAFARERS LOG ||||;&^g^ 10 mm.. '• prr> •. ' ' # JIW£l«g2 Scholarship Winners Work to Bolter Selves and Communities The seven winners of the Seafarers' 1992 scholarships have much in com­ mon—each one is determined to better himself or herself and to use acquired skills to assist other people realize their goals. What follow are brief descriptions of the backgrounds and goals of each of the 1992 Seafarers scholarship winners. Reginald R. Cuffee f¥.-'-:-' ' William H. Collins Jr. William H. Col­ lins Jr. is a man with a specific goal—to be a certified execu­ tive chef. And as a recipient of a twoyear scholarship for $6,000, he is well on his way to attending the prestigious Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, N.Y. in January 1993. Following high school graduation in Evansville, Ind., Collins Joined the U.S. Navy in 1971 and was shipped off to Vietnam. Upon his return to the States with an honorable discharge in 1973 and several Jobs in the food ser­ vice industry under his belt, he Joined the SIU in 1988, starting as a dish­ washer on board the Mississippi Queen (Delta Queen Steamboat Co.). Collins continually upgraded at the Lundeberg School, and it was a steady move up the ladder—first to cook, then City Park Department's Shakespeare Company. Pamela Gontha will use her fouryear scholarship stipend to advance herself in the medical field at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Her father, Edward J. Gontha, sails as an AB. He has been an SIU member since 1961, most recently sailing aboard the LNG Leo. ByronBlanco Reginald R. CufByron Blanco's fee of Norfolk, Va. ambition is to be­ is the recipient of come a physical the four-year therapist. He already Seafarer scholar­ has b^n accepted to ship of $15,000. The University of the Cuffee, 27, entered Pacific in Stockton, the trainee program at the Harry Lundeberg School of Calif, and will use his Seamanship in 1988 and completed the $15,000 four-year scholarship toward able bodied seaman course in 1990. He his studies in the fall. has been sailing on Energy Transpor­ The 17-year-old Blanco is not only tation Corp. vessels as an AB, most a superior student, but he also has recently aboard the LNG Aries. balanced his academics with a very Cuffee plans to attend either Old Dominion University (Norfolk, Va.) or Virginia Tech (Blacksburg, Va.), majoring in electronic engineering. His plans after graduation are to work for a computer engineering firm while attending graduate school part-time to obtain a master's degree in business administration—^and then to start his own electronic system design com­ pany. The deep sea member is proud of his seafaring career in that it has allowed him the chance to see the world and to experience other cultures. His observa­ tions of the poverty and abject condi­ tions in which some persons live has made him realize that "! must avail Greg Hill has many Interests, among them canoeing. Hill will use his scholarship myself of the opportunities which award to get a nursing certificate. America afforded me as a citizen." To this end, when he owns his own com­ pany, he has a plan to assist under­ privileged children by starting a program that will allow engineering students a place to work, thus provid­ ing them with the necessary experience needed to succeed in their chosen profession. Gregory M. HIM Gregory M. Hill, an AB, has been an SIU member for more than 20 years. Upon graduating from the trainee pro­ gram at the Lundeberg School in 1972 and completing his GED at that time, the Elkins, W.Va. native started his sailing career aboard SIU ships, tugs and towboats. He has returned to the school many times, completing the tankerman, firefighting, able bodied seaman, welding and sealift operations courses. But Hill, 37, has other interests as well, and the $6,000, 2-year scholar­ ship will help him realize his goal of obtaining a nursing certificate at Davis & Elkins College in his hometown. Working as an SIU member. Hill has been able to earn the money needed to purchase land and build his own home in the mountains of West Vir­ ginia. He also has worked with the Department of Agriculture's Forest Service in wildfire suppression and as a volunteer with the Randolph County Emergency Squad, based in Elkins. In 1991 Hill completed a one-year course of study to obtain the highest pre­ hospital care rating, that of paramedic. He found his EMT-parame^c training has enriched his personal life and has been very valuable on the Job as well. "I provide training and care as needed at sea, and found my shipmates ap­ preciate having trained medical per­ sonnel working alongside them." Pamela Gontha and her family—Jrom the left are her brother. Glenn, currently enrolled In the University at Buffalo; her mother; her sister, who will attend high school In the fall, Pamela, and her father, Edward, an SIU member. to porter and eventually to supervisor. He then started shipping deep sea as a steward assistant, and was promoted to chief cook and finally to chief steward. "Being an SIU member for the rest of my life and using all opportunities to better myself through continuing my education" is what the 38-year-old Collins wants to do—^and he is well on his way. Pamela E. Gontha Pamela Ellen Gontha would like to be a doctor. As an honors student in a very comfretitive high school, Brook­ lyn Technical High School in Brook­ lyn, N.Y., the 18-year-old has shown that hard work pays off in achieve­ ment. She already has been involved in college programs through Long Island University Summer Honors Program and college-level courses at Pratt In­ stitute. In school activities, Pamela has been an active member of the math team and has offered much service to her class and the school, working in the areas of publicity, the newsletter and fundraising. The well-rounded high school senior has been an active church member and took part in the New York Eugenio Diego III. left, with his mother and father, Chief Cook Eugenio Diego Jr. active record at Bishop Riordan High School in San Francisco: four years on the football team, a discus thrower on the track team and involvement in the California Mathematics League and the California Scholastic Federation. He also finds time to volunteer as a worker at the Glide Memorial Church in San Francisco, directing the food line and helping people. 'Throughout my life, I've always enjoyed working with other people and helping them," he stated. Blanco's father is Ceasar F. Blanco, a member of the SIU since 1966. He sails in the deep sea division, most Byron Blanco's father, recently Ceasar F. Blanco, com­ aboard the pleted the steward recerSea-Land tlficatlon course In 1982 at Hawaii the Lundeberg School. and the Sugar Islander as a recertified steward. Eugenio Diego III Eugenio Diego m is graduating this year from Loyola High School in Los Angeles, Calif. The 17-year-old stu­ dent plans to use his four-year scholar­ ship award to major in business at Cal State Northridge or Cal State Los An­ geles in the fall. He believes a college degree in business is a "means to my goal." He would like to provide train­ ing and employment opportunities for others. "In helping others to grow, I also will grow," he states. Diego participated in intramural sports at school in addition to working with the minority students association and Christian youth activities. He also has volunteered his time at the Shriner's Hospital in Los Angeles and the Salvation Army. Diego's father, Eugenio Diego Jr., Joined the Seafarers International Union in 1980. He began his deep sea career aboard the Sea-Lwd Explorer. He sails as a chief cook, most recently aboard APL's President Lincoln. Monica L. Miles Monica L. Miles 42§S chosen Florida A&M in Tallahas­ see, Fla. or Xavier University in New Orleans, La. to fur­ ther her education. Using her four-year scholarship award, she plans to major in the field of pharmacy with a minor in psychology. The 18-year-old is one of eight senior class representatives at McGillToolen High School in Mobile, Ala. She is a consistent honor roll student and ranks within the top 30 percent of her graduating class. She also is social­ ly involved in the Afro-American Club, the Key Club, the chorus and the Ambassador Club, as well as with several religious organizations. She serves her community as a Sunday school teacher and has volunteered her time as hostess of the Little Sisters of the Poor Festival and organized dona­ tions for the needy at Christmas. One special honor was being chosen for inclusion in "Who's Who Among American Students." Monica Miles is the daughter of Wilbert a m es Miles Jr., an SIU member since 1973. Miles, who sails as an F O W T, most recently was aboard I'uertoRico Monica L. Miles' father, Wil­ Vlarine's bert J. Miles Jr., sails as an Mayaguez. FOWT. •'f •• • ' J. 'i �-•r • JUHE1992 >_.s.'V-' v/';/• v": SEAfARHSUG Diego Garcia-Based Seafarers Handle Unique Duties ?• , -r >• :• ^ >•-•,; to: t, ^ ^ f ^ V ;'.••• If; :=«,:: • iffSisw •• -rtK"- •: • "•• •••;v Painting pipes is one of the general main­ tenance tasks for DEU Jayne Brown aboard the Hauge. SM Diego Garcia—called the "footprint of freedom" because of its footprint shape—^is a small island in the British Indian Ocean Territories, Home to a U.S. Navy support facility, there are usually dozens of American-flag ships under charter to the Military Sealift Command anchored off the island's shores. As a result, hundreds of Seafarers who man mjuiy of the military ships stationed at Diego Garcia can be found in this remote and often-unknown territory at any given time. Americanmilitary forces if they are ever needed in that part of the world, In 1990 and 1991, for example, the maritime prepositioning ships stationed in Diego Garcia helped the United States in its early rapid deployment of materiel to the Persian Gulf. When not involved in wartime activities, the ships remain at the ready, often going out for military exercises, including the practice of underway replishment, helicopter landings and man overboard ^lls. In port, the V. » ^ V- ; ' "I ;F •' Amongyhe MSG ships bas^ in Diego Garcia are nailitary prepositiomng ships which are ,5^ mann^ by Seafar^. from the equator, so it can get bratalallowforraprfmih^^pl^ment , ^ complete with supphes^vepnta^ available to hdp krep cool from tanks and animtmuon to and provide relmiation. and water and fuel—to supply Continued on p^e 21 I.-?-., T" •" •'''•••• "•'F-l T F-'(- m.. •I, S- :"r. • "f. ' « AB isham Dixon keeps in touch with the mate aboard the Phillips as the ship offloads. DEU Anthony Stallone (left) and QMED Ernest Lacunza Jr. check the injectors on the Gianella. F '. ! •, A I h: \ ' 5 w: x^u mm •\""sr :Ji>rV FT . y-X' ••ft.-*: "k -i- Z r Chief Steward Robert Mensching types the next day's menu for the crew aboard the Hauge. in miwm DEU Pete Zeschke and AB Joe Dean work aboard the Gianella. ) ;| ,• y Z-Z'?'to'T'F^Fv: V,' -v �12 JUNE 1992 SEAFJUIBIS LOG Jinfelve Seafarers Cemplele Tep Decl( ffepb Curriculum Continued from page 7 Jim Jowers spent 21 years in the Navy before joining theSIU10 years ago in the port of Wilmington, Calif. "I went through a lot of schooling in the Navy, and let me just say F m very impressed with the school and programs here at Piney Point," said Jowers, 49. 'The best part was under­ standing how the SIU works. Every man in the Seafarers ought to come here and learn what's going on in his umon. Bill Dean, 33, was one of the v'::.%,y many bosuns who expressed ap­ preciation for the instructors. Dean had not been to the Lundeberg School since he graduated from the trainee program in 1978. "The progress here is remarkable," he said with a smile. "I don't think too many other unions have what we have." For 15-year Seafarer Ron Dalley, the Lundeberg School never has dis­ appointed. "IJiis is my fourth time here, so that should say something," Dailey said. "The courses are always great and I intend to continue coming here." Inquiring Seafarer Question: What did you do this winter? Mike Bensman, Wheelsman — I was a honeydo. "Honey, do this. Honey, do that." Bud Schroder, I QMED — l took very little time off. I worked as an engineer on tugs. •W^\. s- .-•'•• Roger Lorenz, Gateman — I hunted coyote and fox all winter. I got four fox. m.- :•_• i-y •• '.- yK ' '>^'':'"-.v. •:S'^- yyyyyfir-i jj' '. Scott Hill, Gateman — Ice fishing, but I didn't have any luck. I also got married and bought a house in Supe­ rior (Wis.). BohHedine, AB —I remodelled two bedrooms and went ice fish­ ing in northern Minnesota. I filled out on trout within two hours every time I went out. I.- I,. .St..";::;', Jason Beck, QMED Went on vaca­ tion in Florida and just relaxed. Basi­ cally, I eiyoyed the sunshine and hung out. Dailey Used CPR to Save a Life David Grann, Second Cook— I spent time with my kids in Duluth, Minn. (Asked of SIU members on the GreatLakes.) Summarizing the recertification course, Dailey said, "It's kind of like if your father gives you your first car­ what is there to say? It seems like words are inadequate to express your appreciation." Jack Cooper, who served in the Coast Guard from 1950 to 1979 and then joined the Seafarers in 1980 in the port of Norfolk, Va. also com­ pleted the recertification course. The 61-year-old Virginia native could not be reached for comment, as he had to Jack Cooper, who joined the SIU in 1980, leave the Lundeberg School before was one of 12 bosuns to complete the recent recertification curriculum. the graduation ceremony. Tom Hocking, Watchman — I wentsnowmobiling in Amherst, Ohio. Other than that, ain did was relax. While being interviewed by the Seafarers LOG about the bosun recertification class, Ron Dailey noted that his Lundeberg School training had been invaluable in the past, as he knew it would be in the future. Specifically, he pointed out that his CPR class, taken in the late 1970s, helped him save a man's life. "It happened on a Waterman ship, the Alex Stephens," Dailey recalled. The ship was docked in Sri Lanka when "they brought a guy up from the engineroom in a gumey. He was turning gray, his lips were purple and he had no heartbeat or pulse. 'I gave him CPR until the doctor got there, then I continued as we went down the gangway. In the am­ bulance, I took turns with someone else." Dailey recently got a refresher course on life-saving techniques, during the five-week bosun recer­ tification program. "CPR, firefighting, it's always good to take those classes," he said. "You learn some things you may not have known, and you improve on other things." For Dailey—not to mention the man he saved—the Lundeberg School training certainly paid off. Bosun Canales' Knotty Surprise Ray Buzwah, Porter—I had a good winter in Hot Springs, Ark. I went to the race track a lot and took a few mineral baths. Mark Wyman, QMED — l went snowmobiling in Al)ena, Mich, a ot. Other than that, I did a whole lot of nothing —just relaxed. Allan Johnson, Deck­ hand — I don't do much in the winter except stay home (in Frankfort, Mich.). • y. Bosun Caries H. Canales (front row, right) was surprised by the gift of a knot board, presented to him by the deck gang during a recent shipboard meeting on board the Gulf Trader. Crewmembers in the photo include ABs Jeff Mangold, Harry Dowling, Joe Conlin and Jonny Gatton and OSs Walt Oswald and Ronnie Lambert. The photo was snapped by steward member Antionette Canales. Showing Support for Free Unionism in Africa Ahmed Nasser, Second Cook — I went overseas to visit my family near Saudi Arabia. I had a good time, but I also missed it here. /•ai '^1 Correction: In last month's Inquir­ ing Seafarer, an inconect photo ap­ peared widi the response of QMED MOke LaBar. The correct photo is shown hoe. While watched by uniformed and armed Secret Service agents, SIU and UIW members picket in front of the Malawi embassy, urging freedom for that African natiori s trade union movement leader, Chakufwa Chihana. More than 200 trade unionists demonstrated May 6 in front of the embassy In Washington, D.C. �m-sSsM JUNE 1992 SEAFARERS LOG 13 Mew War SenMce Mtedab fosued HR" IMartuers New medals for merchant mariners who served in World War II, Korea and Vietnam are being issued to supplement war zone ribbon bars previously awarded to civilian mariners who sup­ ported America's armed for­ ces during those wars. Secretary of Transporta­ tion Andrew Card Jr. recent­ ly announced the availability of the new medals. Pictured on this page are photos of these medals (ac­ tual size) and descriptions provided by the Maritime Administration (MarAd). On Slif-': •.'V- •• rh;-i •. Mariner's Medal (World War 11) Awarded to a seaman who, while serving on a ship from December 7, 1941 and July 25, 1947, was wounded or suffered physical injury as a result of an act of an enemy of the United States. The bar and rib­ bon are red, white and blue; the medal is bronze colored with a silver relief. ,.''• ''A;: . Atlantic War Zone Medal (WolfdWarll) Awarded for service In the Atlantic War Zone, Including the Nortfi AttantiCi South Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean, Barents Sea and the Greenland Sea during the period December 7, 1941 to IMovember 8, 1945. The bar and ribbon are redeind white; the medal is bronze colored. page 18 are reproductions of December 7, 1941 and other MarAd merchant March 2, 1946^ while marine medals. 111,000 received the Pacific War Zone Bar for similar Eligible Mariners According to the service. Those mariners are Maritime Administration, eligible for the Atlantic War more than 12,400 mariners Zone Medal and the Pacific were awarded the Merchant War Zone Medal, respec­ Marine Defense Bar for ser­ tively. Approximately 94,000 vice between September 8, 1939 and December 7,1941. bars for service in the Those mariners are eligible Mediterranean-Middle East for the Merchant Marine War Zone between Decem­ ber 7,1941 and November 8, Defense Medal. 1945 were presented. Roughly 143,000 seamen Mariners who received those received the Atlantic War Zone Bar for service during bars now may receive the World War II between corresponding medal. More than 2,000 mariners received the Korean Service Bar for sailing between June 30, 1950 and September 30, 1953 in waters adjacent to Korea. They are eligible for the Korean Service Medal. Finally, 5,000 seamen were given the Vietnam Ser­ vice Bar for sailing between July 4, 1965 and August 15, 1973 in waters adjacent to Vietnam. They are eligible for the corresponding medal. All of these recipients of the war zone bars are eligible to obtain the new cor­ responding medal. The im­ mediate families of deceased mariners also are eligible to receive the medal in behalf of the seaman. These mariners or family members should contact directly the vendors listed on page 18. Victory Medal (World War II) Awarded to members of the crews of ships who senred for 30 days or more during the period December 7, 1941 to September3,1945. The bar and ribbon are white, yellow, red, blue and green; the medal Is bronze colored. • ' V' Korean Service Medal Awarded for service in the merchant marine from June 30,1950 and Sep­ tember 30,1953 in waters adjacent to Korea. The bar and ribbon are red, iight blue, dark blue and white; the medal is bronze colored. [ mmm .I.; 1w " •: )r 1 , j'r' Desert Shield^torm Additionally, the Mer­ chant Marine Expeditionary Medal is available to those seamen who served in Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. This medal was approved last year and announced pre­ viously. 1 i. •(: Continued on page 18 Vietnam Service Medal Awarded for service In the merchant marine from July 4, 1965 and August 15,1973 in waters adjacent to Vietnam. The bar and ribbon are royal blue, yellow and red. The medal is bronze colored. Mediterranean-Middle East War Zone Medal Merchant Marine Combat Bar (VVorldWarll) Awarded for service in the zone In­ cluding the Mediterranean Sea, Red Sea, Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean west of 80 degrees east longitude, during the period December 7,1941 to November 8,1945. The bar and ribbon are blue, white, red, yellow and green; the medal is bronze colored. (WoridWarll) Awarded to merchant seamen who served on a ship which at the same time of such sendee was attacked or damaged by an Instrumentality of war from Decemtier 7, 1941 and July 25,1947. A star Is attached If the seaman was forced to abandon ship. For each additional abandon­ ment, a star Is added. The bar Is light blue, red, dark blue and white. r;:=v:^r Gallant Ship Citation Ribbon Awarded to officers and seamen who served on a ship which, at the time of senrice, was cited for gal­ lantry by the Maritime Administra­ tion. Colors are white and green. -.t- Merchant Marine Defense Medal Honorable Service Button (World War II) Awarded to members of the crews of ships who served for 30 days during the period December 7,1941 to September 3,1945. The button is bronze. (World War 11) Awarded for serviceIn the U.S. Mer­ chant Marine prior to Pearl Harbor. It may be worn by all merchant seamen who served as members of the crews of U.S. merchant ships from September 8, 1939 and December 7,1941. The bar and rib­ bon are green, white, red and black; the medal Is bronze colored. Pacific War Zone Medal (WoridWarll) Awarded for service In the Pacific War Zone, Incuding the North Pacific, South Pacific and Indian Ocean east of 80 degrees east lon­ gitude, during the period December 7,1941 to March 2,1946. The bar and ribtion are gold, yellow, red, blue, orange and white; the medal Is bronze colored. Merchant Marine Emblem (WoridWarll) The emblem Is an identifying insig­ nia that was issued to active mer­ chant seamen for service from December 7,1941 to July 25,1947. It Is bronze and blue. Gallant Ship Citation Plaque Bronze plaque awarded to a ship cited for gallantry by the Maritime Administration. ' �m M -t^'r •;. '"' :i ' Vb-i '^M :/ :• . 14 -•b '•"•^^?b,fw-'i • ; - v iie .11'. ' ,' ' , • :/ ", ^;r;;v:-|^;;-y^',, • : - ;.f •'•-c-r> ''.*• - r ' •. . Ji- • -•••' :. .*• •' '"•' -, ^• -' -I-,, ' Seaman Tax Repeal Bill Passes First Hunlle In Reuse Continuedfrom page 3 from user fees attached to mariner documents, licenses and certificates of registry, any repeal of such a scheme must offer an alternative measure that will raise comparable funds. While no alternative funds have been identifled as yet, Tauzin said, "I am optimistically moving the bill at this time with the hope that we can, indeed, find such offset before we report the bill from the full commit­ tee. The strength of Our struggling merchant marine is just too important to delay this bill any longer." Rep. Tauzin also noted the user fee scheme would "discourage mer­ chant mariners, who are already un­ deremployed, from renewing their licenses." He added, "This, of course, threatens our national security." The repeal bill was introduced in March, shortly after the SIU and other marine labor organizations made a strong case before the Sub­ committee on Coast Guard and Navigation for repeal of the proposed seaman tax. The union has been waging a fuUSeafarers—Write the House Panel Show Your Support For the Work Tax Repeal Bill :^';4:'' r';' /;";S' t:',|;.;;;,...:,:-r; j.. i /ir r-'^i,...•;. ^v '. • ' W •,' ..' &• -, V'-/'-' a'.v', ^ ft... Seafarers araurged to contact mem­ bers of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee to advise the legislators of their support for the repeal of the fees for merchant mariner documents and licenses. Where to write: The Honorable U. 8. House of Representatives Washington, DC 20515 Whom to write: Walter B. Jones, Chairman (D-N.C.) Gerry E. Studds (D-Mass.) Carroll Hubbard Jr. (D-Ky.) William J. Hughes (D-N.J.) Earl Hutto (D-Fla.) W.J. "Billy" Tauzin (D-La.) Thomas M. Foglietta (D-Pa.) Dennis M. Hertel (D-Mich.) William O. Lipinski (D-lll.) Robert A. Borski (D-Pa.) Thomas R. Carper (D-Del.) Robin M. Tallon (D-S.C.) Solomon P. Ortiz (D-Texas) Charles E. Bennett (D-Fla.) Thomas J. Manton (D-N.Y.) Owen B. Pickett (D-Va.) George J. Hochbrueckner (D-N.Y.) Stephen J. Solarz (D-N.Y.) Frank Pallone Jr. (D-N.J.) Greg Laughlin (D-Texas) Nita M. Lowey (D-N.Y.) Jolene Unsoeld (D-Wash.) Gene Taylor (D-Miss.) Glenn M. Anderson (D-Calif.) Jack Reed (D-R.l.) William J. Jefferson (D-La.) H. Martin Lancaster (D-N.C.) Lucien E. Blackwell (D-Pa.) Robert W. Davis, (R-Mich.) Don Young (R-Alaska) Norman F. Lent (R-N.Y.) Jack Fields (R-Texas) Herbert H. Bateman (R-Va.) H. James Saxton (R-N.J.) Helen Delich Bentiey (R-Md.) Howard Coble (R-N.C.) Curt Weldon (R-Pa.) Wally Herger (R-Calif.) James M. Inhofe (R-Okla.) Porter J. Goss (R-Fla.) Arthur Ravenel Jr. (R-S.C.) Sonny Callahan (R-Ala.) Wayne T. Gilchrest (R-Md.) John T. Doolittle (R-Calif.) Randy "Duke" Cunningham (R-Calif.) JUKE 1992 SEAFARERS IM scale attack on the proposed work tax on all fronts. Last year, the SIU filed a lawsuit, charging that the dis­ criminatory fees are unconstitution­ al. The tax, which masquerades as user fee, is actually a thinly-dis­ guised revenue raising ploy designed to bring monies into the nation's general treasury, the SIU states in its court documents. The SIU's lawsuit also points out that the manner in which the Coast Guard established the fees was chock-full of guesswork and inac­ curate calculations, thus a violation of statutes governing the manner in which federal agencies can promul­ gate regulations. In March, the judge assigned to the case ruled that the SIU's lawsuit could not be considered by the court in light of the fact that the Coast Guard had not determined a date as to when the fees would be instituted. Without showing inunediate harm, the court held, the case could not go forward. However, the Coast Guard is due to issue a final rulemaking on the user fees, which will establish a date for implementation. At that point, the SIU's lawsuit attempting to block the The Route H.R. 4693 Musf Follow Bepome USCG Proposes Fees June 20,1991 Coast Guard Subcommittee Holds Hearings February 25,1992 H.R. 4693 Introduced March 26,1992 Coast Guard Subcommittee Marks Up H.R. 4693 May 6,1992 Merchant Marine Committee Mark-Up Session (Amendments can be offered) June 1992 (estimated) House Rules Committee Sets Date for Floor DetMte Floor Debate of H.R. 4693 (Amendments can be offered) Summer 1992 (estimated) Upon passage, H.R. 4693 goes to the Senate. It gets a new number and SenatQ sponsor. It goes through committee and floor debate. Amendments can be offered. If passed by the Senate with changes, both versions of the bill go to a conference com­ mittee composed of House and Senate members. When a compromise Is reached, both chambers vote again on the bill. Upon final passage by both the House and Senate, the I goes to the president for his signature. fees becomes germane. Meanwhile, the legislative strategy moves forward to undo the fees originally set by Congress. The Tauzin bill to repeal the work tax scheme must come up with a mechanism for raising the funds it was anticipated the user fee on docu­ ments and licenses would bring the federal treasury. Once that require­ ment is met, it is believed die bill will face little opposition in the Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee and in the House in general. Tanner Brings Burned Beatman to Safely Continuedfrom page 3 Stephen Bodden, had died in the fire. bstead the severely burned en­ gineer jumped overboard and started swimming. Despite' third degree bums over one third of his body, Bodden swam through the rough chop on the bay approximately one quarter mile to the barge. According to Tanner, Bodden told him he had no idea the barge was there, he just was trying to leave the burning tug. Once on board. Tanner walked Bodden around to keep him from going into shock. He also gave his shirt to Bodden to warm him after the swim Mid protect him from the ele­ ments. "I just stayed and talked with him to calm him down," Tanner said. "I saw that he was extremely bumed." Loaded with the rest of the crew of the Beverly Anderson, the Ocean Star returned to its barge after seeing Tanner's signal. Mate Don Reese ap­ plied ftrst aid until a medical helicop­ ter arrived to transport Bodden to a nearby hospital, where he continues to recover. The Ocean Star then car­ ried the remaining survivors to port as flames completely consumed the Beverly Anderson. While Tanner shmgs off any men­ tion that he was a hero, erewmembers credit his being alert with saving Bodden's life. "If he hadn't been out there, that engineer probably wouldn't be alive today," Captain Arnold Deagle said. Others serving aboard the Ocean Star on the night of the rescue in­ cluded Deckhands James Benham and William Morris, Cook Earl Withee and Engineers Buster Nichols and James Hopkins. The Ocean Star primarily carries petroleum products between Louisiana and Tampa through the Gulf of Mexico. Crewmembers of the tug Ocean Star are (from left, front row) Chief Engineer Buster Nichols, Mate Rocky Upton, AB Jim Benham, Captain Amold Deagle, AB William Mom's, AB Richard Tanner, (back row) Engineer Jessie Chasteen and Cook Earl Withee. Tanner climbed down these pigeon holes to find a survivor from a burning tugboat. - , '' • V •• ' •J •1 �•••^''''v. >yrS7:;-:-T-r- JUNE 1992 SEAFARERS LOG IS All Aspiscts of FIreiiglitIng Covered in School's Advanced Course Students in the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School's combined basic-advanced Hrefighting course do much more than just learn how to use an extinguisher. When finished, they have studied the chemistry of fire and different extinguishing agents, participated in hands-on training in firefighting at sea and ashore, learned how to chart the layout and key areas on a ship and practiced organizing and instructing others for emergency situations. In fact, those are only some of the mat­ ters covered in the nine-day course, which also includes training in CPR and first aid. "We take Seafarers from being students to being instructors," ex­ plained Byran Cummings, a seasoned firefighter and param^ic who teaches at the Lundeberg School. "They have to learn manage­ mm: ment, because they may not be the ones on a hose line during an emer­ gency, they may be the ones directing the firefighting operations." Cummings and fellow veteran in­ structor John Smith teach the course, which is offered at the Seafarers Lun­ deberg School, part of the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. The next classes are scheduled for June 16-26 and Oc­ tober 20-30. There is no maximum enrollment, but there is a minimum of six students. New Smoke Simulator The most recent group of Lundeberg School upgraders to complete the advanced firefighting course are (from left, front row) John Smith (instructor), John Carr, Ralph The basic-advanced firefighting Hawkins, Dannie K. Cord Jr., Richard Fleague, (second row) Bemard De Repentigny, course is required for Seafarers who Michael Feazell, Edmund Putro, Daniel Van Sliver and Byran Cummings (instructor). are obtaining, upgrading or renewing a license. It is offered in conjunction skills. The school still offers a Other topics covered include haz­ with courses for third mates and for separate basic firefighting course for ardous materials, protective equip­ a limited license, but is available to all trainees and upgraders. ment requirements, reading labels other Seafarers upgrading their In the combined class, students and a "right to know" class which receive 24 hours in basic firefighting, highlights employees' rights to be 35 in advanced and 14 in CPR and informed about any potential chemi­ cal hazards which may be caused by first aid. Basic includes lessons on the materials with which they have to chemistry and classes of fire, work. Cummings described the course chemistry of different extinguishing agents and study of different extin­ as demanding and thorough, but said he and Smith have been pleased with guishing appliances. Early stages of the advanced por­ the responses and test grades of their tion emphasize pre-planning. Par­ students. "When you challenge somebody, ticipants learn the emergency role of each person on a ship. They design if you challenge them right, they'll charts showing vessel layout, includ­ respond," Cummings said. ing escapes and extinguishers. And they practice inspection servicing of various extinguishing systems. The hands-on training features use of the school's new smoke simulator, which affords students a realistic prac­ tice without danger. Participants also Captain Ralph Hawkins (right) receives his certificate of achievement from Instructor fight fires of different types and sizes, under controlled circumstances. Byran Cummings for completing the advanced firefighting curriculum. Pre-BaUoSng Report Submitted to Membership •• ....rv-' r ' "' 'f:. X'' _••'.• At May membership meetings. Seafarers were present^ a pre-balloting report by SIU President Michael Sacco. The pre-balloting report also will be submitted to the SltJ membership at the June meet­ ings. The report—which was prepared in accordance with the terms of the constitution of the Seafarers Interna­ tional Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters District—sets forth certain terms and conditions of the balloting for the union's general elec­ tion of officers for the 1993-1996 term. The balloting will take place from November 2 until December 31,1992. Sacco pointed out in his report that the submission to the membership took into consideration the changes that have taken place in the industry over the last few years. The pre-balloting report lists Sacco's recom­ mendations for offices to be placed on the ballot in the 1992 gener^ elec­ tion of SIU officers. The full text of the 1992 pre-balloting report follows: May 4,1992 Pursuant to Article X, Section 1(e) of our Constitution, I am submitting at thjs regular May memlrership meeting of this election year, my Pre-Balloting Report. The balloting for our General Election of Officers for the term 1993-1996 will commence on Monday, November 2 and continue through Decemlrer 31, 1992. The election will be conducted under the provisions of our Constitution, as amended and effective July 13, 1989, and such other voting procedures as our Secretary-Treasurer may direct. I have, in consultation with our Execu­ tive Board and Port Representatives, made a careful appraisal of the needs of this union, its membership and its cur­ rently existing constitutional ports. We have carefully considered the changes that have taken place in the maritime industry over the last few years, with a view toward meeting the ever changing demands. It is my recommendation, in accord­ ance with our Constitution, that the fol­ lowing offices be placed on the ballot in the 1992 General Election of Officers for the term 1993 through 1996. Headquarters 1 President 1 Executive Vice President 1 Secretary-Treasurer 1 Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement 1 Vice-President in Charge of the Atlan­ tic Coast 1 Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast 1 Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast 1 Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and In­ land Waters 1 Vice-President in Charge of Govern­ ment Sen/ices and Fishing Industries 1 Assistant Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Enforcement 1 Assistant Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast 1 Assistant Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast 1 Assistant Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast 1 Assistant Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters 1 Assistant Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing In­ dustries 2 Headquarters Representatives 10 Port Agents There shall be one port agent in each of the 10 Constitutional ports; namely: Piney Point, New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Mobile, New Orleans, Hous­ ton, San Francisco, Detroit-Algonac and St. Louis. In accordance with the above-men­ tioned Article X, Section 1(e) of our Con­ stitution, I am required to recommend a bank, a bonded warehouse, regular of­ fice thereof, or any similar depository, to which the baliots are to be maiied, no later than the first regular meeting in Oc­ tober of this year. I will make such recom­ mendation to the membership before such deadline. As provided for in Article XIII, Section 1, nominations open on July 15, 1992 and close on August 15,1992. The foregoing constitutes your President's Pre-Balloting Report and subject to my further recommendation as to the depository to be made hereafter, I recommend its adoption. Fraternally submitted, Michael Sacco Correction The president's pre-balloting report in last month's Seafarers LOG inadvertently omitted the as­ sistant vice-president positions in the list of officers recommended by SIU President Michael Sacco to be placed on the ballot in the 1992 General Election of Officers for the term 1993 through 1996. The corrected report is reproduced in its entirety in the article above. ; •i ."''i; 'V '• •* '•'•J Seafarers get lots of hands-on trainingin the advanced firefighting course. Cards from Seafarers Could Help Hamilton, Emerging from Coma SIU member Steven Hamilton is presently in Maryland General Bryn Mawr Rehabilitation Center follow­ ing a hit-and-run accident in January, reports a family member of the Seafarer. The LOG was told that it is believed cards and letters fixrm fnends and fel­ low Seafarers would help in his rdiabilitation.The stewaid/b^er, who has been sailing for 19 years—most recently in the Parian Gulf war—^was in a coma for two montfis but is regain­ ing consciousness slowly. Anyone wishing to write Brother Hamilton may send their best wishes to: Steven Pbmilton, do Maiyland General Bryn Mawr Rehabilitation Crater, 827 Linden Ave., Bakimoie, MD 21201. �r ji;? SEAFARBKLOG 16 wm Life After 3IXT«* ^PoUutioa ^ ^ IFs a Whole New Bail Game IS^Xf For Seafarers and the industry Sc. i?51' SSSv J Ai.^ piece of legislation in­ Additionally, federal and state crimina of preventing spills and minimizing the tended to keep the nation's penalties could result in a jail sentence to level of the disaster on a ship will be with waters free of marine oil violators of the law. the people immediately present. More spills has far-reaching con­ than likely these people will be seamen It is not only seamen on tankers anc sequences on how the ship­ tugs and tows linked to petroleum-carry and boatmen. In short, the difference be­ ping industry will conduct its business in ing barges that come under these statutes tween an accident and a catastrophe often the future and affects the way each and Certain provisions of OPA 90 cover al will be in the hands of the men and every seaman aboard a U.S.-flag vessel vessels, including passenger ships or women on the ships. goes about doing his or her job. commercial cargo carriers. Some aspects of the bill went into effect as soon as it became law in August The Oil Pollution Act of 1990, OPA 90 emphasizes prevention as known as "CPA 90," was passed unani­ the chief mechanism for eliminating or 1990. Other sections are now in the pur­ mously by both the House and Senate spills. It will be seamen who translate the view of the Coast Guard, the agency and signed into law by the administration written governmental and company pro­ designated by the Secretary of Transpor­ on August 18 of that year. Enacted after cedures in this regard into action. The tation, who often is referred to in the law the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill in Alas­ law's recognition of the role seamen play as the party responsiblefor promulgating kan waters and a rash of other marine in reducing the risk of spills is evident regulations, to translate the intent of the accidents involving both U.S-flag and when reviewing the regulations that law into practice. foreign-flag tankers off American coasts, directly impact on seamen, the vast In some cases, the Coast Guard has the legislation (P.L. 101-380) is intended majority of these are contained in the begun to issue preliminary rulemakings to reduce the likelihood of such disasters portion of OPA 90 entitled "Prevention. on some certain provisions of OPA 90. to nearly nil. n the event of an accident, as has In the case of the provision on vessel OPA 90—:which has nine titles and Xalways been the case, it will be the response plans, the agency formed an has spawned 90 different Coast Guard seamen aboard whose actions can make advisory group made up of repre­ projects, that include 45 rulemaking as­ the difference. Assessing a situation, im­ sentatives of the industry, enviroiunental signments, 39 studies and nine reports plementing the correct response proce­ groups, state government and the Coast addresses a multitude of issues ranging dures swiftly can make the difference Guard to assist in developing the regula­ from double hulls on oil carriers operat­ between a spill or a raging fire. The initial tion. ing in U.S. waters to requiring every actions of those aboard a vessel can make vessel to have a worst-case-scenario the difference between a leak and an he full effect of the myriad regula­ plan. The law establishes a new federal explosion. In such situations seamen tions spawned by OPA 90 as yet is liability regime and a trust fund for will be called upon to implement proce­ unfelt. But as the Coast Guard's rulemak­ financing clean-up operations thrdugh a dures planned by the government— ings begin to unfold, and as the agency five cents per barrel fee on oil arriving at federal, state and local—and the advises the shipping community Of what U.S. ports. It sets out additional require­ company. is in store, it is becoming increasingly ments for seamen's licenses and docu­ clear that the face of the industry has been In the critical moments just after an altered inexorably by OPA 90 resulting ments, mandates contingency planning accident, strict procedures laid out by in profound changes for those who earn and environmental research. So exten­ layer after layer of authorities must be put their livelihoods on ships. sive is OPA 90 that every aspect of a into action, litis may involve immediate shipping operation will make some sort On the next page, the Seafarers LOG notification of the accident to more than of accommodation with the new law and reviews the parts of OPA 90 that will one office. For example, if an accident regulations bom of its provisions. lave a direct impact on seamen and their happens off of a certain state, not only This "new world order" in shipping must the ship's person in charge com­ jobs. carries some heavy burdens on those who municate with the appropriate federal The SIU, in behalf of its members, is are on the front lines of the maritime agencies, but that individual also must monitoring closely the OPA 90 regula­ industry—the men and women aboard contact a state environmental agency and tions being developed by the Coast the ships. a county office, and each of these en­ Guard with a particular eye towards any rom now on, how a seaman conducts tities—by law—is to be called in­ rules that affect the credentialing of mer­ his or her personal life and non-work dividually. Failure to do so, can bring chant seamen and shipboard working conditions, as well as training of time while ashore and on vacation will criminal and civil charges. lave an immediate impact on the Coast Because the statute very often either mariners. The union is corrunitted to en­ Guard's decision to issue or renew a directly mandates or indirectly results in suring the rights of its members are license or document. Because of OPA change in equipment—everything safeguarded in this process. 90, the manner in which a seaman from double hulls and double bottoms on Congress, which interprets the mood operates a motor vehicle will have reper­ ships to equipment on deck to handle a of the body politic and turns that into law, cussions on his Coast Guard credentials small spill—there will be new materials las made it clear that there is zero and devices for seamen to use. In many as a mariner. tolerance in the United States for marine cases, the law requires the equipment to Under OPA 90 and a series of minioil spills. That is the mandate that created OPA 90s passed by various coastal be the most technologically advanced OPA 90, a law that has changed and will states, a person in charge on a vessel will available. Whether changing a naviga­ continue to change the manner in which )e held directly and personally account­ tion strategy to accommodate the build oil is transported in American waters. It able by the federal and state judicial sys­ of a ship or whether learning to use on is this mandate, which over the course of tems for actions taken in the course of >oard lightering systems, it will be the lie next few years, will put in place marine oil spills. It is conceivable that a individuals on the vessels whose jobs lundreds of new procedures and prac­ will be altered by the introduction of new seaman who breaks an operating stand­ tices that will alter everything from Coast equipnient. ard could personally face criminal as well Guard credentialing procedures of t is well recognized within industry mariners to the day-to-day respon­ as civil charges with fines ranging from .and government that the best chance sibilities of American seamen. ;500 to $25,000 to $100,000 and more. DEPARTMENT OF TR Coast Quard 33CFRPart 161 A (y-. •<,' .;•- -^. " T F "Oil PoUuti ICQ090-0^] mN2l1S.A0^ Nations VassslTraffli t Guard, t of prop< _ OUPolli F^oast Guai ivesselitop " Toaccom 9*. gjysH tGuara :FR Parts 391-0051 2115-AD76 indslResponslMllty for lutlon(Vs9sM8) ¥^l EHCV: ^ Coast& Guard. DJ nON: Tjotice of propo/ LB DPI CoastGuwd 33CFRP«t167 46CFRPart»31,^.35 It! the ( RIN2115-AE01 ^OptrrtlonalMt oast Guard, DOTIvance notice of pr° on �• JUHE1992 .i i 'f^i. If;,,':; l^y'!''Y_ • '•• r;j.'t^',^- 1 Sections of OPA 90 that Diroctiy Eff^ Morohant Soamon OPA 90 has had a dramatic effect on the way American merchant mariners prac­ tice their trade. The Seafarers LOG offers this detailed explanation of some of the sections of the law and their status in the rulemaking process. crewmembers aboard tankers; 3) ability of tanker crewmembers to take emergency action to prevent or remove oil discharge STEP 1: The Coast Guard was as­ controversial or very tfompiicated or if agencies sign off, the Coast Guardpub­ 4) adequacy of navigation equipment anc signed sonie 90 projects as a result of the agency determines that comments lishes the proposed rule in the Federal systems and evaluation of electronic ves­ the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, ap­ from the parties most impacted by the Regi/sfer. This is calied a notice of sel tracking systems; 5) adequacy of proximately 45 of whicf) require rule will improve the rulemaking, an proposed rulemaking <NPRIVl). navigation procedures under different Review of Alcohol and Drug rulemaking. Following the OPA 90, advanced notice of proposed types of operating conditions—inciuding Abuse and Other Matters in presidential executive order and the rulemaking (ANPRM) is published in STEP 8: The NPRM usually allow® be­ daylight, ice, tides, weather, amoni i Issuing Licenses, Certificates tween 45 to 90 days for receipt of com­ others; 6) adequacy of inspection stand Administrative Procedures Act, It is the ihe Federal Register. of Registry and Merchant ments from interested partiesagency's job to develop regulations to ards; 7) value of simulator training for Mariners Documents Implement the certain sections of STEP 5: Staff writes a proposed rule STEPS: In certain situations, the agen­ bridge officers and piiots on board oil and the statute. that details how the agency will put into cy may determine that the interest level hazardous material carriers; 8) need to UHIelV. SubtUteA, SecSon4101, Secbon4102] effect the relevant portion of the law. In wartants foe holding of hearings or # limit or prohibit the movement of tankers The Coast Guard will check the National STEP 2: The Coast Guard put into in certain areas; and 9) evaluation Driver Register for the driving record of place special staff to handle the writing all cases, the economic and environ­ further comffient:pi^od.' any individual applying for a license, cer­ of most OPA 90 required regulations. mental affects of the proposal must be STEP 10: The Coast Guard consldefo remote alcohol testing program for masters and pilots aboard tankers carry­ tificate of registry or merchant mariner Some 65 staff peopleare promulgating considered. all comrrients and adjusts foe rule if ing significant quantities of oil. document (known as a "z-card" or Siese rules. STEP 6; The draft rule Is submitted to points have been raised that have "seaman's papers"). The law allows the STEP 3; Generally, for a given regula­ the Coast Guard's parent agent^, foe rnedt. The finished product is called ttte The Coast Guard'has contracted two seg­ Coast Guard to review back three years tion, the staff assigned to that project Department of Transpprtatton, affo the ;finai'ruie>''' ments of the required study. .Other parts from the seaman's date of application for develops a regulate^ planning docu- Office of Managenront arid Budget for of the study are being addressed through STEP11: Anoticeoffoe finalruie(PR) a license, certificate of registry or docu­ ment. ^ a combination of recently completed, on 'review. • is published in the Federal Reglst^ ment. going and planned studies as well as re STEP 4: If arule is believed to be highly STEP TrOnce lheSe two govforrtment The finej rule lists an effective date. search and development initiatives of the The law also gives the Secretary of agency. Transportation, or his agent—in this case Suspension and Revocation of Tank Vessel Hours of Work Specifically, the law states that any per­ the Coast Guard—the latitude to review a National Planning and Licenses. Certificates of son who is the owner, operator, or person and Manning seaman's criminal record. Response System Removal Registry and Merchant in charge of any vessel from which oil or Equipment Requirements [Title IV, Subtitle A, Section 4114] Prior to issuing the license, certificate or a hazardous substance is discharged is Mariners' Documents for and Inspection document, the Coast Guard requires the On a U.S.-flag tanker, a licensed officer or subject to a civil penalty in an amount up Alcohol and Drug Abuse individuai to be tested for use of iliegal giaelV.Subme A, Section 4103] unrated seaman may not be permitted to to $25,000 per day of violation or an rntle IV, Subtitle B, Section 4202(a)] drugs and alcohol. The law allows for work more than 15 hours in a 24-hour amount of up to $1,000 per barrel of oil licenses, documents or certificates of An applicant for a z-card, license or cer­ period or more than 36 hours in a 72-hour discharged. The iaw also states that in The law requires periodic inspection of tificate must make available all offenses registry to be revoked or suspended time frame, except in an emergency drill. any case of discharge which was the containment booms, skimmers, vessels based on information that the applicant recorded with the National Driver Work includes any administrative duties result of gross negligence or willfui mis­ and other major equipment used to Register. The law requires the Coast remove discharges. In addition, it requires has abused drugs or alcohoi. Guard to establish programs for testing associated with the vessei whether per­ conduct of the above-mentioned persons, vessels operating on navigable waters Seamen may be required to report any individuals holding licenses, documents formed on board or ashore. As this is the person will be subject to a civil penalty carrying oil or a hazardous substance in traffic violations and other offenses that or certificates for use of illegal drugs or stated clearly in the law, no regulations of not less than $100,000 and not more bulk as cargo to have on board ap­ the Coast Guard deems wouid prevent alcohol. Programs may include pre- are needed to expand on its implementa­ than $3,000 per barrel of oil discharged. propriate removal equipment. OPA 90 issuance of a license, document or certifi­ employment for drug scree,rfng. For both tion. This part of OPA 90 went into effect states that the equipment should use the Other Penalties cate of registry. The law makes it clear alcohol and drug testing, the agency may the day it was signed into law—August 18, best technology economically possible rnila IV, Subtitle a. Section 4302] that a standard of conduct pertaining to use periodic, reasonable cause, random 1990. and be compatible with the safe operation motor vehicle operation will be taken into and post-accident testing. This section of the law also directs the OPA 90 also amends a number of marine of a vessel. consideration when a seaman renews or Coast Guard to develop regulations set­ transportation laws by including penalties applies for a merchant mariner document, OPA 90 expands In law the basis for which ting out the conditions under which a tank for dangerous operation of a vessel and Among the deck spill response materials a license, document or certificate of license or certificate of registry. vessel may operate with the auto-pilot penalties under the Deepwater Port Act, under discussion are saw dust, adsor­ registry may be revoked or suspended. the Ports and Waterways Safety Act, the bents, booms and small pumps. Also The Coast Guard is in the process of The Coast Guard will revise regulations in engaged [Section 4114(a)]. OPA 90 re­ Intervention of the High Seas Act, the Act under consideration are on board lighter­ developing a rule. It has not yet submitted 46 CFR 5 to make conviction of the follow­ quires the government to determine to Prevent Pollution from Ships and other ing equipment and spill tracking materials. a draft to the Department of Transporta­ ing offenses chargeable under suspen­ waters where vessels may operate with laws. The advisory committee, established by tion or to others in the administration. sion and revocation proceedings: 1) their auto-pilot engaged. A notice of proposed mlemaking issued on January For example, a person operating a vesse the Coast Guard to assist in deveiopinji operating a motor vehicle while under the Access to National Driver 6 of this year would allow operation with in a negligent manner that endangers the OPA 90 mandated regulations, provided influence of, or impaired by alcohol or Register auto-pilot in all U.S. waters except in traf­ life, limb or property of a person is liable input to the agency on this matter. The drugs; 2) a traffic violation connected with fic separation schemes, regulated naviga­ for a civil penalty of up to $1,000. A person group made recommendations to the [TMe IV. Subtitle A. Section 410S] a fatality; 3) reckless driving; 4) racing on tion areas, shipping safety fairways, operating a vessel in a grossly negligent Coast Guard on inspection procedures A seaman can have access to the infor­ the highways: 5) any offense that would anchorage areas, or within one-half mile manner that endangers the life, limb or mation on his or her record that is con­ prevent issuance of a merchant rnariner's of shore. The notice also calls for auto­ property of a person commits a class A and requirements for discharge removal equipment. The Coast Guard is working tained in the data of the National Driver credentials. pilots to meet IMO standards. The com­ misdemeanor. Moreover, an individua on a notice of proposed rulemaking. Register: Thus, a seaman independently The act allows the Coast Guard to imnie- ment period closed on March 6. The who is under the influence of alcohol or a can learn what is on file with the National dlately suspend a license, certificate or Coast Guard has drafted a final rule which dangerous drug when operating a vessel National Planning and Driver Register (NDR) that will be ob­ merchant mariner document for not more is being reviewed within the govemment is liable for a civil penalty of up to $1,000 Response System—Vessel tained by the Coast Guard when the than 45 days pending a hearing if there is before being published in the Federal or commits a class A misdemeanor, Response Plans agency does its NDR check in conjunction person operating a vessel is not limited probable cause to believe the Individual Register. [Title IV, Subtitle B, Section 4202(b)(4)] with the issuance of a new or renewed used alcohol and other dangerous drugs. This portion of the law also asks the necessarily to the person in charge of the marine license or document. A Coast Guard credentia! also can be government to define conditions and vessel or the person giving orders.. OPA 90 requires the owner or operator of The regulation will create procedures to suspended temporarily if the individual designate waters where tankers may a vessel to prepare and submit a Vessel Traffic Service Systems allow an applicant or holder of a license, has been convicted of any of the offenses operate with unattended enginerooms response plan for a worst case discharge certificate of registry or z-card to request, listed in the previous paragraph. In any [Section 4114(b)]. A notice of proposed [Title IV, Subtitle A. Section 4107(b)(1)(A)] of bii. review and comment upon any data case of a temporarily suspended docu­ rulemaking governing the conditions and The Secretary of Transportation is ment, an expedited hearing must be held designating the waters upon which directed to conduct and report the resuits As a result of this section of the law, the received from the NDR. within 30 days of when the license or tankers may operate with an unattended of a study that will: 1) determine if the companies operating vessels carrying The Coast Guard has completed a document is pulled. petroleum will have to have in place a engineroom was released April 9, 1992 Secretary should have additional detailed plan as to what procedures will regulatory planning document and is authority to direct the movement of ves­ developing a notice of proposed rulemak­ OPA 90 also adds a new requirement to and comments are due June 8,1992. The be implemented in a cieanup response to existing law for re-issuance of a revoked proposed rule would allow highly sels and 2) determine the need for new, a discharge. ing. document. The former holder must pro­ automated tankers to operate in U.S. improved or expanded VTS. Terms of Certificates and vide satisfactory proof that the basis for waters with periodically unattended A vessel traffic system plan would simplify Seamen aboard ships will be drilled in these procedures. In most cases it will fall Merchant Mariners' Documents revocation is no longer valid. For ex- machinery spaces. existing regulations and would con­ ampie, if the license or z-card was Section 4114 also mandates the govern­ solidate various procedures into a single to the individuals aboard a vessel to in­ [TWe IV. Subtitle A, Section 4102(b)(c)&(d)] itiate notification procedures, assess the revoked because of abuse of a dangerous standard national traffic management situation and implement an on board A merchant mariner document and a cer­ drug, the former holder might show that ment to consider the navigation, cargo process. A completed port study shows tificate of registry is valid for five years. he or she has completed a dmg treatment handling, and maintenance functions of a that significant benefits can be attained response plan which will include the use tanker for protection of life, property, and of response equipment. The z-card may be renewed in five year program and is involved in a substance the environment in determining its crew through the installation of sound traffic segments. abusers support group. complement andin prescribing standards management systems. Throughout the An advanced notice of proposed rulemak­ The Coast Guard is establishing renewal A regulatory planning document has been for the manning of tank vessels related to world, many ports have various ing was published August 30, 1991 and requirements and an expiration schedule completed by the Coast Guard staff as­ the duties, qualifications and training of radar/radio approach systems and harbor the comment period closed October 16, 1991. A public workshop was held on for existingcredentials. A proposed rule is signed to develop the rule for this section the officers and crew of the vessels. The systems. under development by the Coast Guard. of the iaw. At this point, the Coast Guard government also is asked to consider Seamen with navigation responsibilities November 14, 1991. Then, the advisory It is estimated that this proposal will be is discussing the possibility of either standards related to instruction in vessel and pilots could be affected by programs committee established by the Coast Guard, known as the Oil Spill Response published in the Federal Register betore publishing a proposed rule in the Federal maintenance functions. implemented under this section of OPA Plan Negotiated Rulemaking Committee, the end of 1992. A comment period will Register or an advanced notice. 90. The issue of what authority should be addressed five specific issues that will be follow before a final rulemaking with an Penalties for Violating conferred on those who assist in directing contained within the regulation. The com­ Removal of a Master effective date is announced. the Federal Water Pollution the movement of a vessel but who are not mittee, which is made up of repre­ or Individual in Charge actually onboard will be raised. There will Control,Act In anticipation, the Coast Guard has [Tiae IV, Subtitle A, Section 4104] sentatives of the industry, environmental be a debate as to whether a land-based groups, state government and the Coast begun placing an expiration date on mer­ Labeled "legalized mutiny" by one ship­ [Title IV, Subtitle C, Section 4301] system has advisory or man­ guidance chant mariners documents and certifi­ ping executive, this part of the law allows Guard, came up with recommendations in cates of registry. All upgrades of ratings the two next most senior licensed officers This law increases five fold the penalties datory powers. the areas of on board equipment, ap­ on documents also are marked with a on a vessel to remove temporarily the for individuals. OPA 90 amends the The Office of Navigation and Waterway plicability of vessei response plans to dif­ Federal Water Pollution Control Act and five-year expiration date. master or individual in charge of a vessel other statutes to provide for rnore strin­ Services is developing a National VTS ferent kinds of vesseis, contractor The renewal plan anticipated by the Coast if they have a reasonable belief that he is gent civil and criminal penalties for dis­ plan which willaddress the congressional certification procedures, adverse weather conditions, defining "maximum extent Guard will provide that a seaman gets his rendered incapable of commanding the charges of oil and for violations of various meindate. practicable." renewed document on the five-year incre­ vessel because of the influence of alcohol administrative requirements. The majority Study on Tankor Navigation ment anniversary of its date of issue. For or a dangerous drug. Safety Standards provisions within Subtitle 0, called he committee provided consensus example, if a document was issued on A regulatory planning document Is being Penalties and Miscellaneous," increase recommendations to the Coast Guard. [Title IV, SubtMe A, Section 4111] ' June 10,1954, the renewal date would fall developed. There is a possibility an ad­ both the civil and criminal penalties for These suggestions are being taken into on June 10, 1994. A document dated vanced notice of proposed rulemaking violation of the Federal Water Pollution Among the issues being studied are the consideration by the agency, which is for­ August 30,1969 would have a five-year- may be issued before the notice of Control Act by vessel owners, operators following: 1) adequacy of crew size and mulating a notice of proposed rulemaking manning: 2) qualifications and training of to appear in the near future. ||"cremental anniversary of August 30, proposed rulemaking appears. or a person In charge of a vessel. an OPA 90 Regulation Is Developed by the Coast Guard . •'v-.\ A JJi V?';."'"," �'^.•i'<:"'^*-'.r •'.'y^yfc'^^-' \4ti • 18 JUME1992 SEOFARBISLOG MarM Medals ReeaH War Smvlce, Henric Deeds Continued from page 13 I 1. •# I' 6 : •:*:: m-: 1 ¥li 'tf- Some mariners who sailed in these wars never applied for the war zone ribbon bars they had earned. MarAd's authority to process applica­ tions for the original is­ suance of war zone bars expired in 1954; however, under a new law, MarAd now is accepting original ap­ plications for the aforemen­ tioned decorations, including the Desert Shield/Storm medals. Applicants must provide proper documentation to MarAd of their merchant marine service in order to be considered for the medals. In general, such documentation must include the mariner's full name, Z number or book number and copies of voyage discharge certificates. In­ quiries should be directed to the Office of Maritime Labor & Training, Attention; Awards, Maritime Ad­ ministration, Room 7302, 400 7th Street S.W., Washington, D.C. 20590. Medal Vendors ••f i-. 'ii?.'. V ^V' . To accommodate ex­ pected demand, MarAd has entered into agreements with four companies to supply these medals and decorations to eligible mariners at cost. Orders should be sent to any of the following vendors: OWNCO Marketing, 1705 S.W. Taylor Street, Portland, OR 97205, telephone (503) 226-3841. The cost per set of fiill and miniature size medals, in­ cluding a ribbon slide with bar is $16 each, plus $4 each for shipping and handling. (Each medal comes in a miniature size for wear on uniforms, plus a fiill size for ^>^play.) The Quartermaster Uniform Company, P.O. Box 829, 750 Lx)ng Beach Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90801-0829, telephone (800) 444-8643 (MondayFriday). Cost is $16 each. For packing, shipping, han­ dling and insurance add the following: $0 to $25, add $4.95; $25.01 to $50, add $5.95; $50.01 to $100, add $7.50; $100.01 to $200, add $8.25; and $200.01 and more, add $8.95. Ship's Service Store, United States Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, NY 11024, telephone (516) 773-5000, extension 5229. Cost is $20 plus $4 each for shipping and han­ dling. Vanguard Military Equipment Corp., 41-45 39th Street, Sunnyside, NY 11104, telephone (800) 2211264. Or, Vanguard In­ dustries West, 6155 Conte Del Cedro, Carlsbad, CA 92009, telephone (800) 4331334. Cost is $25, which in­ cludes shipping and handling. Other Medals MARAD also has two medals it awards at any time Medals for Distlnauished And Meritorious service These two medals are not war-specific and may be be­ stowed at any time to a merchant mariner who performs a heroic act. for heroic acts performed by Mr. Nickolay Parshenko, Division, 1825 Phelps Place, merchant mariners. They are First Secretary and Consul, NW, Washington, D.C. the Distinguished Service Russian Embassy Consular 20008. Medal and the Meritorious Service Medal. Two Recognition by the U.S. Department Seafarers last year received Of Defense and Foreign Governments the latter medal for their ef­ forts in a rescue involving the LNG Gemini. U.S. merchant mariners who sailed in the convoy runs to Murmansk during WWn should apply for that medal directly to the Russian government—not MarAd. Requests should be sent to Prisoner of War Medal Awarded to World War II merchant marine veterans held prisoners of war during the period December 7, 1941 to August 15,1945. The medal recognizes the special service prisoners of war gave to their country and the suffering and an­ guish they endured while incar­ cerated. The ribtran is red, white and black; the medal is gold colored. Distinguished Service Medal Meritorious Service Medal The merchant marine's highest award is given by the Maritime Ad­ ministration to seamen who distin­ guish themselves by outstanding conduct or service beyond the line of duty. The bar and ribbon are royai blue, white and red; the button is gold and the medal is gold with a white star. Ther Meritorious Service Medal is awarded by the Maritime Ad­ ministration to seamen for conduct or service of a meritorious nature. The bar and ribbon are blue, dark blue, yellow, red and white; the medal is gold. : V •. f • -; -."i---- - • • Soviet Commemorative Medal Awarded by what was the Soviet Union to merchant marine veterans who participated in convoys to Mur­ mansk during World War li. The medal now is issued by the Russian govemment. The ribbon is red, gold, dark blue and blue; the medal is bronze. m 4?: "1# Merchant Marine Expeditionary Award (Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm) Awarded to American merchant seamen who served on U.S.-flag ships in support of operations in­ volving American and allied military forces as authorized by the Maritime Administration. The bar and ribbon are white, aqua, red and royal blue. The medal is bronze coloreid. Philippine Liberation Ribbon Awarded to members of crews of ships who served in Philippine waters for not less than 30 days from October 17, 1944 to September 3, 1945. Philippine Defense Ribbon Awarded to members of crews of ships who served in Philippine waters for not less than 30 days from Decembers, 1941 to June 15,1942. Alton Belie Members Approve Union Health/Welfare Package i p.-J?, 'r- SIU members aboard the Alton Belle Riverboat Casino unanimously voted for a union health and wel­ fare package rather than a company policy which had been in effect since the ves­ sel began operations in August 1991. The union plan allows members to use their own family doctor rather than belong to an HMO as re­ quired under the old com­ pany coverage. Members will save money as the in­ dividual and family de­ ductibles as well as monthly payments are reduced. Alton Belle union mem­ bers also will pick up dis­ ability, dental, optical and prescription coverage under the new plan which goes into effect June 1. Members approved the Housekeeper Beatrice Jozak raises her hand to ask question about the union's welfare package. union coverage May 21 following a series of meet­ ings designed to allow all shifts to attend and become informed about the plan. On hand to answer ques­ tions were Plans Education Director Leo Bonser and SIU Representatives Brian Doherty and Bill Ellis. The Alton Belle is the first gambling casino boat operating on the Mississip­ pi River in the state of IIlinois. More than 150 people are employed on the riverboat as well as two floating barges and a reser­ vations office in Alton, 111. Crewmembers work as deckhands, housekeepers, reservationists, cooks, bar­ tenders and restaurant, buf­ fet and cocktail servers. Patrons can play slot machines. Black Jack and Craps during a two-and-ahalf hour cruise on the three-deck, 165-foot ves­ sel. The riverboat operates daily with its first cruise shoving off at 9 a.m. and last voyage beginning at midnight. . •'s- ? K*'v-• • . . �' W'- •- ; •'vv:./-: :• -- -'.v v. w,:; /'• *-V''"='-'^'''-•-r--. -•• l^r'' »:r MTt-'ir^isrisrs.^ ^*rr^rT:^'^5'rvr'*»!:'~rr;7.^^-hr,^'^r-yj7Tr^;rr-*:*','^5r*tfs*w??i;?n:%''?'rrr::» JUNE 1992 SEAFARERS UtB 19 Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea SeaUur&s Intanallom/ Union Directory ^ APRIL 16 —MAY 15,1992 Port NewYoric Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville ^ San Francisco Wilmington Seattie Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney I^tint • Algonac Totals Port New York Philadelphia ^ Baltimore v Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco?; Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St Louis r Piney Point Algonac Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco WUmingtom : Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals ..• •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Oass C 19 7 11 14 10 11 19 24 . 11 19 3 10 20 6 12 0 196 15 5 3 8 14 18 13 12 1 6 15 0 ;• 3:k 147 7 k -•'k ,3k. 5 10 6 29 11 4 1 10 8 0 3 ISl 5 6 10 11 9 9 0 10 kmk 130 103 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Trip ClassA Class B Class C ReUefs DECK DEPARTMENT 21 0 4 10 9 25 19 17 13 25 6 2 24 0 0 0 175 10 3 km 5 9 10 12 4 9 11 10 14 m 16 9 13 4 8 11 4 1 0 138 6 1 5 6 6 9 9 11 6 It '-t9 10 8 5 14 1 5 6 0 6 6 84 17 4 5 8 0 1 0 86 ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 34 70 6 6 13 9 18 24 15 21 30 22 ?:ft"43'.' 29 57 34 ? 26 :w2i...i '"44^^ 21 14 4 7 14 ?::v'^44:' 28 s?': 2 6 2 21 2 387 300 '• 7-k 0 10 0 93 21 5 7 36 0 6 2 290 m- 18 W2:- 0 3 2 2 2 6 1 ... 2 9 10 5 23 7 12 1 35 8 0 2 14 2 1 0 0 52 »3 "p4(«i 3^? 1 3 7 11 19 15 14 20 21 19 19 41 8 13 11 8 4 5 133 36 20 • 7 2 4 45 3 1 3 290 291 22 v-r ^ 12 •i,5 14 3 3 14 0 2 7 0 1 97 87 STEWARD DEPARTMENT -4 0 19 -4^ ENGINE DEPARTMENT 3 1 3 7 6 11 7 9 7 7 1 8 8::;fe:kkm •• , :2:,5 3 7 6 14 2 39 10 6 6 24 37 0 -1i 23 0 fr 3 -1 2 5 6 -3^:^ 8 3 1 26 m 1 10 d 0 158 82 ol A*ru 9 5 0 1 " ..... ^ 0 29 0 35 2 0 12 48 ^ •3 43 0 .o46 53 0 13 26 0 12 11 4 7 0 8 0 54 -?o'; •? •;••'-•: 9 37 0 0 4 47 0 0 6 0 0 0 495 142 8 3 20 19 • 52 32' 63 17 15 7 194 18 2 ?• ••• "1" 603 258 1,018 1,197 1,172 452 320 731 592 561 Totals All Department • 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ** "Registered « on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. A total of 1,458jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,458jobs shipped, 428 jobs or about 29 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were fdied by "B" and "C seniority peopie. From March 16 to April 15,1992, a total of 258 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1,1982, a total of 16,556 jobs have been shipped. MidiaelSacco President J«dni Fay Secretary-Treasurer JosefriiSacco Executive Vice President Angustin TeUez Vice President Collective Bargaining George McCartney Vice President West Coast Roy A. "Budi'* Mercer Vice President Government Services JackCaffey Vice President Atlantic Coast Byron Kdley Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Dean Corgey Vice President Gulf Coast HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301)899-0675 ALGONAC 520St Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 (313)794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. BaltimoreSt Baltimore, MD 21202 (410) 327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth,MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 606KalihiSt. Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713)659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St Jacksonville, PL 32206 (904)353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201)435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. . .Mobile, AL 36605 " (205)478-0916. NEW BEDFORD 48 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508)997-5404 NEW ORLEANS l 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504)529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718)499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804)622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215)336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75 Pinqr Point, MD 20674 (301)994-0010 SAN^NCISCO 350 Fremont St. San FtatKisco, CA 94105 (415)543-5855 Government Service Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809) 721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206)441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St Louis, MO 63116 (314)752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (310)549-4000 • :/• k'..'' •' 'M- •, t-'.-' •' k ,'J ; ' ' v" �'Mi. 20 SEAFAKBtSLOe Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes July & August MembmhlpMseUngs Deep Sea, LakeSi Inland Waters vj .-:•. •' >:•?'•. ••••; • • .. • f :::* It:*- IT t'" ;••'•• mir Personals ANDREW CRESPO Please contact your sister, Maria D. Faircloth at 7304 N. Taliaferro Ave., Tampa, Fla. 33604. JOSEPH WARREN JOHNSON Please contact your sister as soon as possible: Katherine Jobbs, 2077 Marion Circle, Mayfield,Ky. 42066. BOLLY JOE PHILIPS Please contact Gloria Phillips in Chickasaw, Ala. FRANK LeGORE Please contact Frank Jr. and Jamie Owen at (201) 875-7987. ALFREDO GONZALES Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Aliiedo Gonzales, please contact his son, Albert Allie, at 1711 Gates Ave., Ridgewood,N.Y. 11385. RAYMOND CULPEPPER BOSUN SONNY HERRERA Please call Jim Darden at (717) 7764459. *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups aassCL ClassL ClaasNP I J < I \l TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups ClassCL OassL QassNP •^REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups QassCL QassL ClassNP DECK DEPARTMENT 0 18 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT i 0 16 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 9 0 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Q .• ,.--o.-#i Totals All Departments 0 58 18 0 43 0 0 107 • 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. 30 Dispatchers' Report for Inland Waters APRIL 16 — MAY 15,1992 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Region Atlantic Co^ Gulf Coast 0 1 West Coast Totals Ri^on 0 1 Gulf Coast West Coast Totals Region Lakes & Inland Wi West Coast Totals •*^TtSt'.LOnlSt-:-'*:,,;:tT' Eochporeonmollngotartoal Hk30a.m. •"'• A' APRIL 16 — MAY 15,1992 CL—Company/Lakes L—Lakes NP—^Non Priority Piney Point ^ Tuesday, July 7 Monday, August 3 New York T Tuesday, July 7 Tuesday, August 4 PhUadelphia Wednesday, July 8 Wednesday, August 5 Baltimore Thursday, July 9 ITiursday, August 6 Norfolk Thursday, July 9 Thursday, August 6 Jack^nyille Thursday, July 9 Thursday, August 6 Algonac Friday, J^^ Friday, August 7 Houston Mondays July 13 Monday, August 10 New Orleans 7\iesday, July 14 Tuesday, August 11 Mobile Wednesday, July 15 Wednesday, August 12 San Francisco Thursday, July 16 Thursday, August 137^ Wll^ngton Monday, July 20 Monday^ August 17 Seattle Friday, July 24 F^^ Sanjhian Thursday, July 9 iPiursday, August 6 Friday, July 17 Friday, August 14 Honolulu Friday, July 17 ^FWday, August 14 Duluth Wednes^ky, July15 Wednesday, AugtM!tl2 Jersey Wednesday, July 22 Wednesday, August 1^ New Bedford Tuesdays July 21 A^ JUNE 1902 i I TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Clffis A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 0 2 0 0 2 9 1 8 0 11 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 3 0 4 0 0 0 1 0 t;; 0 2 0 1 0 3 0 • 2 5 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 1 G O 0 0 0 1 0 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 1 0 0 0 0 ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 37 12 61 3 113 3 0 6 0 22 1 7 5 27 0 ' '••"n „ t A's-; 0 56 1 32 0 4 Totals All Departments 46 1 13 3 2 5 201 15 * 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. •* "Registered on die Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. 0 3 33 1 \ WWHMERCHANT MARINERS Any World War n era merchant mariners who live in or near Jack­ sonville, Fla. are asked to contact Fred Sandberg, president of the Jacksonville Maritime Museum Society, at 1501 Jessie Street, Jacksonville, Fla. 32204, or call (904) 355-9011 or (904)221-4611. MEETING DATE CHANGE Due to the July 4 holiday, the| date for the Piney Point member­ ship meeting will be Tuesday, July 7. This was incorrectiy listed in the May 1992 Seafarers LOG. NEW BEDFORD HALL MOVES NEXT DOOR The Seafarers hall in New Bed-1 ford, Mass. has moved next door to j 48 Union Street. The telephone] number and hours of operation! remain the same. •mmmmmmmmssmm- PORT TIME IN GUAM Sea-Land has agreed to pay all disputed port time in Guam dating back to January 1, 1992. In order to collect monies, members must submit copies of OT sheets show­ ing the disputed OT and copies of their discharges to Bob Hall, Seatde port agent. The ships involved are the Sea-Land Trader, Sea-Land Pacific, Sea-Land Navigator, Sea-1 Land Reliance and Sea-Land i Enterprise. EXfUBIT ANNOUNCED BY AMERICAN MERCHANT MARINE VETERANS An exhibit entided "Merchant Marine In War & Peace" is on dis­ play at the Ft. Lauderdale (Fla.) Library (1300 E. Sunrise Blvd.) during the month of May. It will then move to the Flanders Hotel in Ocean City, N.J. from June 7 -12, where the American Merchant Marine Veterans will hold their I sixth annual convention. iillf ,, V .7' INVITATION TO FORMER WAVES The Anchorettes is a national I organization dedicated to promot»ing continued recognition of ser­ vice women. There are local units in all cities in the United States. Further information may be ob­ tained by contacting the California state director, Mary Bauer, at 1220 Johnson Drive, Sp. 152, Ventura, Calif. 93003. For information regarding units in each city or state, ^ contact Ae president of the nation­ al organization, Berenice George, P.O. Box 6064, Clearwater, Fla. 35618. �'.J /;'-T}i^' •' . ;.V--'- • i . -]•._;?."., • .. £' JUNE 1992 SEOFARERSLUG Diego Garcia-Based Seafarers at Work 21 Continued from page 11 A launch service runs every two hours from the base to the ships, and free bus rides are available to the base every 20 minutes, so there is plenty of time to take advantage of the facilities on shore. There is an olympic-size pool, a gym complete with nautilus equipment, a bowling alley, movie theater and package store. There is also a medicd clinic, library. Post Office, barber shop and ice cream stand, among other amenities. On their time off, Seafarers can swim on the beach, snorkel, windsurf and Nick Mageed chops onions for the Ladeiing out soup is SA fish. Softball and basketball toumaevening meal aboard the Hauge. Hamid Kaidaii on the Phillips, ments are highly competitive, and for night life there is the Seaman's Cen­ ter and a club. There is a lot to do on Diego Gar­ cia, and many SIU members have made Diego Garcia their home, some for as many as five years (as long as the Maersk prepositioning ships came on the scene). The photos in this article were taken by SIU Representative Ambrose Cucinatta on a recent visit to Diego Garcia. At that time there were seven SIU ships at anchor; the Cpl. Louis J. Hauge Jr., the Pfc. James Anderson Jr., the Pfc. William B. Baugh, the 1st Lt. Alexander BonThe galley crew aboard the Gianella are (from left) Steward Assistant Damon Lobei, Chief Cook Sukirman Suraredjo, Steward/Baker Bob Dole and Steward Assistant Jimmy Cordova. Flipping steaks in the Hauge's galley is Chief Cook Vince Cruz. \ Bosun James Duer (left) checks out AB Lawrence Parker's handiwork on the bosun's ladder. •'Kv .'-f: AB John Zenick gives a section of the AB Isidro Soto Jr. Phillips a new coat of paint. readies the Hague's name board for new coat of varnish. Steward Assistants Osraldo Ramos nyman Jr., the Pvt. Franklin J. Phil- (left), Erik Marlowe (center) and Jerry DEU John Cincotta uses YP Patriot and the Stricklen enjoy the camaraderie a needle gun in the shaft aboard the Phillips. alley. Lawrence Gianella. To unclog the drain pipes under the helicopter land­ ing pad, AB Norman Tourteiiot has to bang on them. A successful offload and reload calls for a BBQ for the crew of the Phillips. Chief Steward Billy Gigante and Chief Cook Laura QEP Nick Somos (left) and Bosun Ralph Gibbs (right) meet with Cates do the honors. SIU Representative Ambrose Cucinatta aboard the Patriot. The crew from the Anderson hits the launch for some shoreside activites. They are (from left) ABs Glenn Miller, James Keith and John Grosskurth. Freeman, AB Paul Hackney, QMED Nick Somos and Bosun Ralph Gibbs. In the background are three Other SIU ships, the Anderson, Gianella and Baugh. k'i: <• ., Red snapper and mahi-mahi are favorite The Phillips Is ready for the loading of amphibious vehicles, catches from the stem of the Gianella. The Rc. William B. Baugh is ready for loading of military vehicles. -A" �yi' «ff;;V-'V. •t;\« ,• ."" "Sfe.W" ".;• •..• 22 T "I |:i:V• i';,i ,1.. •-rv. •;•; a •l-- "'• :'";K .r3@-:: he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 25 members this month. Sixteen of those signing off sailed in the deep sea division, while three sailed in the inland division. Six sailed in the Great Lakes division. Recotified Steward John C Reed, 73, is the oldest of the new pen­ sioners. He and deck department mem­ ber Michad Masek were active Sea­ farers longer than any of the other new retirees. Each joined the union in 1945. Brief biographical sketches of Reed, Masek and the other new pen­ sioners follow. DEEP SEA VICTOR ARDOWSKI, 65, joined the SIU in 1966 in the port of San Francisco. A native of South Plainfield,N.J., he sailed in the deck department. n 1979, Brother Ardowski completed the bosun recer tiUcation course at the Lundeberg School. He served in the Army from 1945 to 1957. Brother Ardowski has retired to Carson City, Nev. if. GEORGE ARMSTEAD, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1966 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Bom in Alabama, he sailed in the steward department. Brother Armstead served in the Navy from 1945 until 1965. He resides in Norfolk. RALPH BAKER, 65, joined the union in 1963 in the port of Houston. He was bom in Lancaster, Ohio and sailed in the deck department. Brother Baker upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1974. He served in the Navy from 1945 to 1952. Brother Baker has retired to New Orleans. , • !. 1 . ''Y>I » :' HERBERT BALLARD, 58, joined the SIU in 1962 in the port of New York. The native of Peterstown, W.Va. sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Brother Ballard served in the Navy from 1951 to 1954. He lives in Jacksonville, Fla. LORENZO BENNETT, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1947 in the port of New Orleans. Bom in MobUe, Ala., he sailed in the steward department. Brother Bennett served in the Army from 1945 to 1947. He has retir^ to Seat­ tle. LAWRENCE BOSCO, 61, joined the SIU in 1956 in his native New Orleans. He sailed in the deck department and in 1976 upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Brother Bosco served in the Army from 1947 to 1948. He resides in Slidell, La. •-•I MHE1992 SEAFARERS LOG To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. JOHN CARNES, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1966 in the port of New York. He was bom in Kan­ sas and sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Brother Cames served in the Army from 1952 to 1954. He has retired to South Korea. CHARLES DAWSON, 64, joined the union in 1951 in the port of Seat­ tle. In 1976 he completed the bosun recertification course at the Lun­ deberg School. Brother Dawson served in the Navy from 1946 to 1949. He lives in Marysville, Wash. ANTHONY EVANOSICH, 63, joined the SIU in 1957 in his native Philadelphia. He sailed in the deck and engine departments. Brother Evanosich has retir^ to San Francisco. CATALINO GONZALEZ, 68, joined the Seafarers in 1968 in the port of New York. Bom in Puerto Rico, he sailed in the engine department Brother Gon­ zalez served in the Army from 1945 until 1954. He still calls Puerto Rico home. MANFRED LEUSCHNER, 57, joined the union in 1965 in the port of New York. A native of Dresden, Ger­ many, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Leuschner has retired to New York. MICHAEL MASEK, 68, joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of New York. The New Jersey native sailed in the deck depart­ ment and in 1985 upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Brother Masek served in the Navy from 1941 to 1942. He resides in Hazlet, N.J. JACK PARSLEY, 56, joined the Sea­ farers in 1971 in the port of Jack­ sonville, Fla. Bom in West Virginia, he sailed in the engine department. Brother Parsley served in the Navy from 1951 to 1955. He lives in Ponte Vedra, Fla. JOHN C. REED, 73, joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of New York.. A native of Montana, he com­ pleted the steward recertification course at the Lundeberg School in 1981. Brother Reed has retired to Des Moines, Iowa. JOSEPH SAN FILIPPO,65, joined the Seafarers in 1946 in the port of New York. Bom in Massachusetts, he sailed in the deck department. Brother San Filippo completed the bosun recertifica­ tion course at the Lundeberg School in 1976. He served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. Brother San Filippo sailed during World War II, the Korean conflict, the Vietnam War and Operation Desert Storm. He has retired to San Francisco. SIDNEY WIL­ SON, 63, joined the union in 1946 in the port of Mobile, Ala. The Mississippi na­ tive sail^ in the steward depart­ ment. Brother Wilson served in the Army from 1951 to 1953. He resides in Seattle. ROBERT WATSON, 62, joined the union in 1970 in his native Philadelphia. He sailed as a tankerman. Boatman Watson still calls Philadelphia home. GREAT LAKES ALTON BOYD, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1957 in the port of Detroit. Bom in North Carolina, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Boyd upgraded at the Lun­ deberg School in 1980. He lives in Elkin, N.C. ARNOLD HEATHERLY, 65, joined the union in 1964 in the port of Detroit. A native of LaFollette, Tenn., he sailed in the deck department. Brother Heatherly served in the Navy from 1945 to 1946. He resides in LaFollette. MERTON LYONS, J64, joined the Seafarers in 1949 in the port of Detroit A native of Alpena,^ Mich., he sailed in the deck department Brother Lyons still calls Alpena home. STUART SAARI, 65, joined the Sea- . farers in 1971 in the port of Buffalo, N.Y. He sailed in the engine dep^ment. Brother Saari served in the Army from 1950 to 1952. He has retired to Detroit. INLAND JOSEPH SCHEFKE, 55, joined the SIU in 1960 in the port of Detroit. The native of Michigan sailed in the steward department Brother Schefke has retired to Rogers City, Mich. WILLIAM CARTWRIGHT, 62, joined the union in 1961 in his native Sault St. Marie, Mich. He sailed in the deck department and was a union steward on numerous dredges. Boatman Cartwright still calls Sault St. Marie home. RODNEY SCHULE, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1953 in the port of Cleveland. A na­ tive of Min­ nesota, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Schule lives in Bradenton, Fla. PAUL LATIOLAIS, 62, joined the Seafarers in 1964 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. He was bom in Breaux Bridge, La. and sailed most recently as a cap­ tain. Boatman Latiolais has retired to his native Breaux Bridge. CORRECTION The May issue of the Seafarers LOG contained incorrect infor­ mation about new pensioner Luther Myrex. Brother Myrex completed the bosun recertifica­ tion course at the Lundeberg School in 1975. When in Egypt... On a recent stopover of the Cape Clear in Cairo, Egypt, Oiler Richard L. Rodgers took the time to check out the local countryside... by camel. �SSif'S •• \. -V-'. • •^•.. r-wV r^^ JUNE 1992 •'%*'• V '^'-VV-f/uK'.;.:, •- •:'•• SGi^fiRSIUff Digest of Ships Meetings The Seafamrs LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shipboard minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some vrill be omitted. Ships minutes first are reviewed by the union's contract department. Those Issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by ttie union upon receipt of the ships minutes. The minutes are tfien forwaded to the Seafarers LOG. AMERICAN FALCON(Crowley Carib­ bean Transport), January 18 — Deck Delegate Charles Quale, Engine Delegate Kevin Gordon. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew extended vote of thanks to steward department. hers to take advantage of upgrading facilities at Piney Point, Md. No brofs or disputed OT reported. Crew was reminded to put plastic trash in proper receptacles. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department. CHARLESTON (Apex Marine), February 15 — Chairman Tony Malen, Secretary Robert Bright. Chairman an­ nounced payoff. Educational director en­ couraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and donate to SPAD. No beefs or disput^ OT reported. Crew suggested contracts department look into changing SIU pension plan to increase maximum monthly payment for mem­ bers with at least 30 years in union. Gal­ ley items need repair. USNS SILAS BENT(Mar SMp Operators), February 1 —Chairman Robert Vazquez, Secretary Sharon Ortiz, Deck Delegate Richard Holt, En­ gine Delegate C. Coots, Steward Delegate Kchard Hokanson. Treasurer reported $280 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward depart­ ment thanked crew for keeping messhall clean. Chairman conveyed thanks to gal­ ley gang for their efforts on Thanksgiv­ ing and Christmas. Next port: Portland, Ore. CONSTELLATION (Maersk Lines), February 25 — Chairman Salvatore Ciciulia, Secretary B. Tyler, Education­ al Director K. Jones, Deck Delegate E. Sanders, Steward Delegate L. Packnett. Chairman urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School whenever possible. Treasurer reported $615.33 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew expressed great satisfaction with meals. Crew noted each person is respon­ sible for returning exercise equipment to proper places. Crew requests company replace one washing machine which keeps breaking down. Next port: Dar­ win, Australia. OVERSEAS OHIO (Maritime Over­ seas), February 16 — Chairman Ben Born, Secretary Earl Gray, Educational Director B. Elliott, Engine Delegate Eric Hyson, Steward Delegate A. Langlois. Chairman discussed impor­ tance of recently enacted U.S.-Flag Cruise Ship Competitiveness law. He dis­ cussed SIU loan to MEBA-PCD and why it was right thing to do. Educational director advised members to take ad­ vantage of educational facilities at Piney Point, Md. Deck and steward delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine delegate. Crew discussed shortage of stores. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. Crew recommended ship be sprayed for insects at layup. J" .1 OVERSEAS OHIO(Maritime Over­ seas), February 27 — Chairman Ben Bom, Secretary Earl Gray, Educational Director B. Elliott, Deck Delegate James Bishop, Engine Delegate Eric Hyson, Steward Delegate Kedrick Jack­ son. Educational director advised mem- li":' A Fresh Coat of Paint II Bosun William Jefferson keeps the Overseas Harriette in tip-top shape while in layup. USNS WYMAN(MaT Ship Operators), February 9 — Chairman Larry Winstead, Secretary Michael Pooler, Deck Delegate Chris Maye, Engine Delegate R, Micklos, Steward Delegate Joseph Gallo Jr. Chairman reported beef. Treasurer reported $200 in ship's fund. Steward delegate thanked other departments for help with stores in Bar­ bados. No other beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman thanked steward department for doing good job with stores that were available. AMERICAN EAGLE(Pacific Gulf Marine), March 15 — Chairman Billy Eastwo^, Secretary M. Baker, Educa­ tional Director A. Dimas, Deck Delegate Harold Berggren, Steward Delegate En­ rique Agosto. Educational director urged all hands to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment for clarification on sanitary duties. Crew gave vote of confidence to galley gang. CAPE FAREWELL (International Marine Carriers), March 25 — Chairman James Deano, Secretary Mohamed Abdelfattah. Educational Director Robert O'Brien, Deck Delegate B. Miranda, Engine Delegate George Thompson, Steward Delegate R. DeMont. Secretary reported everything running smoothly. No beefs or ^sputed OT reported. CHARLESTON (Apex Marine), March 8 — Chairman Tony Malen, Secretary Robert Bright Chairman announced payoff. Secretary reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by department delegates. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment to advise on how member may col­ lect for transportation from Norfolk, Va. to Wilmington, N.C. DIAMOND STATE (lOM), March 29 — Chairman Steven Kastel, Secretary Leslie Propheter, Educational Director Chris Compton, Deck Delegate Bill Rackley, Steward Delegate M. Ortiz. Chairman reported crew lounge needs new TV and new furniture. He advised members who need to see dentist or doc­ tor in Saudi Arabia to report to third mate with passports and z-cards. Educa­ tional director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School, noting that upgrading is fun as well as educa­ tional. Deck and engine delegates reported beefs. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward ddegate. GUAYAMA (Puerto Rico Marine), March 29 — Secretapr William Wil­ liams. Educational director urged mem­ bers to upgrade at Lundeberg School as soon as possible. Deck delegate asked contracts department for clarification on payment for port time in Jacksonville, Fla. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for great meals and clean ship. Next port: San Juan, P.R. NEDLLOYD HOLLAND (Sea-Land Service), March 15 — Chairman Fred Goethe, Secretary J. McGill, Education­ al Director Angel Mercado, Engine Delegate E. Young. Chairman asked everyone to donate to SPAD and vote in this year's elections. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew noted VCR needs repair or replacement. SGT. MATEJ KOCAK(Waterman Steamship), March 8 — Chairman Angelo Urti, Secretary L. Gamble, Educa­ tional Director D. Peterson, Deck SEA-LAND HAWAII (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 15 — Chairman L. Vasquez, Secretary G. Bronson, Educa­ tional Director David Gordius, E)eck Delegate Tar Ahmed, Engine Delegate D. Ragucci, Steward Delegate R. DeWitt Secretary said the time is now to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Oak­ land, Calif. SEA-LANDilBERATOR (Sea-Land Service), March 21 — Chairman Soimy Herrera, Secretary R. Williams, Steward Delegate L.St Julein. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for good food and good service. Next port: Oak­ land, Calif. i Shipshape Silas Bent '-'i -'Sw .-•it' ' •J' ,1' • A: «v • :. J: The deck crew of the USNS Silas Bent takes a quick break while in the throes of a recent Coast Guard vessel inspection. Delegate George Dean Sr., Engine Delegate Robert Hines, Steward Delegate Audrey Brown. Chairman an­ nounced payoff scheduled for Jackson­ ville, Fla. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate reported earlier meeting of deck personnel, who dis­ cussed safety, SIU constitution and other items. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew thanked steward department for good ... job. Crew discussed importance of read­ ing SIU constitution and eyery issue of Seafarers LOG. LNG LIBRA (ETC), March 22 — Chair­ man J. Rhodes, Secretary W. Schmale, Educational Director B. Smith, Deck Delegate F.Smith, Engine Delegate T. Van Pelt. Educational director reminded all members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers. OMI DYNACHEM(OMl Corp.), March 31 — Chairman Larry Kune, Secretary Steve Wagner, Educational Director O. Jones, Deck Delegate Rodney Pence, Engine Delegate Louis Garcia, Steward Delegate J. Guity. Chairman discussed double hulls being mandatory by 1995. He noted U.S. seamen are subject to ran­ dom drug testing and no-alcohol policy while foreign ships are not subject to same rules even while in U.S. ports. He reminded members to keep plastics separated from other trash. Chairman also discussed importance of buying American-made products. Treasurer reported $198 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to galley gang. Next port: Jack­ sonville, Fla. OMI SACRAMENTO (OMI Co^.), March 29 — Chairman Ray Gorju, Secretary John Darrow, Educational Director V. Lemon, Deck Delegate Charles Foley, Engine Delegate E. Welch, Steward Delegate Donna D^ Cesare. Chairman noted importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to have coastwise transportation reduced to four months instead of the six months in new contract. Next port: Lake Charles, La. SEA-LAND QUALITY(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 29 — Chairman Carmine Bova, Secretary T. Smith, Educational Director Kenneth Linah. Deck delegate reported one hour of disputed OT. No b«fs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew thanked gal­ ley gang for helping with trash. Next port: Charleston, S.C. ,, .if" 1' ' ..vi". ' SEA-LAND SPIRIT(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 29 — Chairman John Scho^tein, Secretary J. Laxamana, Educ^ibnal Director F. Clotter, Engine Delegate Kaleb Yafai, Steward Delegate Jasper Jackson. Treasurer reported $400 in ship's fund. Deck delegate reported beef. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), March 29 — Chairman L. Wat­ son, Secretary J. Johnson, Educational Director R. Risbeck. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. USNS CLEVELAND (Sealift Inc.), March 11 — Chairman F. Kahn, Secretary R. DeBoissiere, Educational Director Dale Race, Deck Delegate David Park, Steward Delegate C. Willey. Chairman noted smooth trip. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crewmembers from each department ex­ changed votes of thanks and expressed satisfaction with each other's work and conduct. Crew especially thanked "old timers" Bosun K^n, Chief Steward De­ Boissiere and Chief Cook Willey. Next port: Lake Charles, La. USNS WYMAN(MaT Ship Operators), March 1 — Chairman C. Winstead, Secretary Michael Pooler, Deck Delegate Chris Maye, Steward Delegate J. Gallo Jr. Chairman noted consistent shortage of stores and thanked crew for pulling together under trying circumstan­ ces. Treasurer reported $200 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Deck and engine delegates thanked gal­ ley gang for their efforts. ff/ "ir • t AMERICAN CORMORANT(Pacmc Gulf Marine), April 5 — Chairman V. Huelett, Secretary D. Goggins, Deck Continued on page 24 •• f' .- . .'i ' A r .1 �mm „••• 24 Ships Digest ' Continued from page 23 fcf Delegate Nick McKnett, Engine Delegate K. Crouse. Chairman advised all B and C books to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Educational director reiterated importance of upgrading at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment — Steward Goggins, Chief Cook Gualberto Molino and GSU Patrick Carter — for fine job. BUYER (OMl Corp.), April 13 — Chairman Allan Hitt, Secretary F. Or­ lando, Educational Director D. Chris­ tian, Steward Delegate C. Wilson. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman explained importance of SPAD and MDL. Crewmembers were asked to keep noise minimal in passageways. CAPE CARTHAGE (AMSEA), April 9 — Chairman T. Banks, Secretary E. Schein, Educational Director W. Thomas. Chairman urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School as soon as possible. No beefs or disputed OT reported by department delegates, but crew as a whole reported several beefs, including no mail received during twomonth period which included several weeks in port. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department. Next port: Sunny Point, N.C. A: 1" •*.,"•• CAPE HUDSON (lOM), April 5 — Chairman Eddy Stwaeard, Secretary Humberto Ortiz, Educational Director L. Daniels, Deck Delegate Michael Stern, Engine Delegate Jerry Miller. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Secretary noted importance of SPAD and upgrading at Lundeberg School. CHARLESTON (Apex Marine), April 5 — Chairman Tony Malen, Secretary Robert Bright. Chairman announced payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported by department delegates. Secretary reported beef. CONSTELLATION(Maersk Lines), April 23 — Chairman Salvatore Ciciuila. Secretary B. Tyler, Educational Director K. Jones, Deck Delegate Everette Sanders, Engine Delegate K. Jones, Steward Delegate Lionel! Packnett. Treasurer reported $685.33 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew requests that washing machine be repaired or replaced in Oak­ land, Calif. Dryers also need repair. Next port: Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. JULIUS HAMMER (Ocean Shipholdiiig), April 9 — Chairman B. Gordon, Secretary J. Johnson, Educational Direc­ tor R. Kurpeski. Educational director recommended members upgrade at Lun- •;^y •- .:r.;:: v' Prepare for Landing 'i:: r • •" J1u': X"''.;y • -,• ••"••. .r"' •', • deberg School as soon as possible. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for great meals. Crew sighted four Cuban refugees en route to St. Eustache, Canada, and sub­ sequently tied their raft alongside Ham­ mer and waited for Coast Guard. NEDLLOYD HOLLAND (Sea-Land Service), April 19 — Chairman Fred Goethe, Secretary J. McGill, Education­ al Director Don Bush, Steward Delegate C. Hendricks. Chairman welcomed Bob Hall, Augie Tellez and Kermett Mangram to their new posts in the union. No beefs or disputed OT reported. HC/AfACAO (Puerto Rico Marine), April 5 — Chairman L. Rodrlgues, Secretary L. Gonzalez, Educational Director W. Turner, Steward Delegate M. Rubles. Chairman reported smooth trip and announced payoff. No beefs or disputed OT report^. Crew thanked gal­ ley gang for Job well done. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. ITS GROTON(Shendan Transporta­ tion), April 5 — Chairman Neil Matthey. Secretary M. DeLoatch, Educational Director R. Natoli, Deck Delegate Phil Poole, Engine Delegate Ahmed Salim, Steward Delegate Michael Hammock. Chairman an­ nounced payoff scheduled lor Stapleton, N. Y. He thanked crew for smooth voyage. He noted importance of donat­ ing to SPAD and reading Seafarers LOG. Secretary thanked crew for keep­ ing messhall clean. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for excellent food and the best homemade pizza. ITS MOBILE(Sheridan Transportation), April 1 — Chairman Sonny Finkham, Secretary Pedro Sellan, Educational Director J. Pazos, Deck Delegate R. Paradise, Engine Delegate F. Talley, Steward Delegate T. Quammie. Chairman thanked everyone for cooperation. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. He stressed importance of SPAD and how donations help ensure a better tomorrow in maritime industry. Engine and steward delegates reported disputed GT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck delegate. Crew welcomed Augie Tellez and Kermett Mangram to their new posts in the union. Next port: Stapleton, N.Y. ITB NEW YORK'(Sheridan Transporta­ tion), April 5 — Chairman B. Carrano, Secretary J. Iverson, Educational Direc­ tor Charles Lore. Educational director discussed importance of reading Seafarers LOG and upgrading at Lun­ deberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: St. Croix, N.Y. LIBERTY SUN (Liberty Maritime), April 12 — Chairman Perry Green­ wood, Secretary F.L. Washington Sr., Educational Director Ed Mftjor, Deck Delegate Juan Castillo, Engine Delegate John Whitley, Steward Delegate Nee Tran. Chairman an­ nounced payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported. LNG ARIES(ETC), April 5 — Chair­ man R. Suy, Secretary J. Gibbons, Educational Director R. Mclnzie. Chair­ man reported ETC official visited vessel and was pleased with ship's cleanliness. Chairman conveyed crew's welcome to Augie Tellez, Bob Hall and Kermett Mangram as they assume new positions in the union. Educational director gave vote of thanks to LOG for being informa­ tive. He pointed out upgrading applica­ tion available in LOG and encouraged all members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment. Next port: Nagasaki, Japan. »ri The landing team aboard the Adam E. Cornelius prepares for docking in Fairport Harbor, Ohio. JDWf 1992 SOFARHISLOG LNG CAPRICORN (ETC), April 12 — Chairman A. Waters, Secretary F. Ostendarp. Educational Director Robert Hamilton, Deck Delegate William Rios, Engine Delegate W. Sullivan Jr., Steward Delegate F. Martin. Education­ al director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School as soon as possible. Treasurer reported $475 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew finally getting new reefer box for mes­ shall. Junius Williams, Jr., Steward Delegate Mohamed Hussein. Educational direc­ tor encouraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. RICHARD G. MATTHIESEN(Oceati Shipholding), April 12 — Chairman James Martin, Secretary James Swart, Educational Director Donald Leight, Deck Delegate Marc Taylor, Engine Delegate Robert Gaglioti, Steward Delegate Plurinsus Ordansa. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed importance of SPAD and MDL. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. Next port: San Diego. OVERSEAS ALASKA (Maritime Overseas), April 5 — Chairman Dan Teichman, Secretary Florencio Nieves Jr., Educational Director Darrel Hunts, Deck Delegate Jeffrey Kass, Engine Delegate Gary Carter, Steward Delegate Veronica Cardenas. Chairman encouraged all members to take ad­ vantage of upgrading opportunities at Lundeberg School. He reminded mem­ bers to keep vessel clean and keep plas­ tics in proper containers. He conveyed thanks in behalf of entire crew to galley gang for job well done. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Ship's hot water sys­ tem needs repair. Ship needs new microwave oven and TV. NUEVO SAN JUAN (Puerto Rico Marine), April 22 — Chairman Angel Camacho, Secretary R. Fagan, Educa­ tional Director C. Gallagher. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department — Chief Steward Fagan, Chief Cook Gary Lackey and Messmen Virgilio Rivera and Anthony Colon — for job well done. OVERSEAS AL/CE (Maritime Over­ seas), April 28 — Chairman Steven Copeland, Secretary E. Porter, Deck Delegate Rick Wiemer, Engine Talkin' Union on the Cornelius Union meetings give Adam E. Comelius crewmembers an opportunity to square away contractual matters and to discuss the SlU's policies and programs. PFC EUGENE OBREGON(V/ateTman Steamship), April 11 —Chairman Thomas Bonner, Secretary Patrick Hel­ ton, Educational Director Charles Clackley, Deck Delegate Reeves Hornby, Engine Delegate John McCahe, Steward Delegate Albert Hendricks. Educational director noted importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School, particularly in light of postwar shipping slow down. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew extended vote of thanks to galley gang. Next port: Panama City, Fla. OMl CHAMPION(OMl Corp.), April 2 — Chairman Jim Scheck, Secretary Alexander Reyer, Educational Director R. Prim, Deck Delegate R. Fife, Engine Delegate Wilbert Miles, Steward Delegate Charles Gooch. Engine delegate reported beef. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Refrigerator for crew mess and mattresses have been ordered. Next, port: Port Everglades, Fla. OMl DYNACHEM(OMl Corp.), April 26 — Chairman Larry Kunc, Secretary Steve Wagner, Educational Director Ocie Jones, Deck Delegate Raymond Snow, Engine Delegate Rick Ramirez, Steward relegate Julio Guity. Secretary asked contTacts department for clarifica­ tion on steward department OT for room sanitary. Treasurer reported $163 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew voted to restrict smoking during meal hours. Crfcw gave vote of thanks to steward department. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. OMl LEADER (OMl Coqt.), April 26 — Chairman Antonios Trikoglou, Secretary Lee Frazier, Engine Delegate Delegate S. Norman, Steward Delegate G. Shinholster. Treasurer reported $200 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Order for new lounge furniture was placed one year ago, but furniture still has not arrived. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. OVERSEAS ARCTIC (Maritime Over­ seas), April 5 — Chairman John Little, Jr., Secretary William Perry, Deck Delegate Ernest Zepeda, Engine Delegate Andrew Lopez, Steward Delegate Daniel Payne. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. ya-: • • OVERSEAS JOYCE(Maritime Over­ seas), April 4 — Chairman R. Brad­ ford, Secretary Pahio Alvarez. Chairman announced payoff scheduled for Portland, Ore. Secretary encouraged members to donate to SPAD and upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputedOT reported. Chairman reminded members to read contract agreement for each ship. Crew thanked steward department for cookout. GSU Walter Mixon (class 493) thanked Chief Steward Alvarez for support during his first voyage. OVERSEAS MARILYN (Maritime Overseas), April 5 — Chairman M. Gal­ liano, Secretary Carroll Kenny, Deck Delegate Steve Fabritsis, Engine Delegate Kelly Mayo, Steward Delegate John Arvanites. Chairman reported cap­ tain thanks crew for 27 trouble-free days in Africa. He noted Voting Assistance Guide is in crew lounge. Deck and steward delegates reported disputed OT. Continued on page 26 .- -; %j: .Wf'K, • " • - -'''fa • ' A.#"' - ;• • ... �mm r 'W- i JUNei992 SEAFARBISLOG 25 Varied Tasks Keep Constitution Deck Gang on the Go Bosun Louie Zizzo makes sure the deck gang aboard the SS Con­ stitution stays busy. With main­ tenance, cleaning, navigation, safety drills and other duties, besides the al­ most daily docking and undocking details, that is not hard for Zizzo to do. "The crew on here knows what is expected of them," stated Zizzo, a 1972 graduate of the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. "We get to tie up more often than a container (ship) or tanker, but that does not mean more shore time. Being on a passenger ship, we have to constantly work to keep the Con­ nie safe and beautiful," added the bosun aboard the American Hawaii Cruises vessel since 1985. One member who knows about the many duties expected of a deck department member is AB/Maintenance Rene Gobico. Details for him—and others—while the Con­ stitution is docked include painting the hull, scrubbing the stacks and maintaining lifeboats. The native Hawaiian is known as a jack of all trades on the ship. Be­ sides handling the thrusters during docking and departure operations, Gobico can be found wherever work is to be done. "I enjoy being aboard," Gobico noted. "It gives me a chance to work on all of my skills." ABAVatchman John Hutchinson is taking advantage of learning everything he can after upgrading from ordinary seaman. The job on the cruise liner is his first as an able bodied seaman. Hutchinson signed on shortly before his birthday. "This is a lot of fun and the guys are helping me learn," he told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. "A year ago, I was on Gibraltar headed for war on my birthday. This year, Hawaii." The graduate of Lundeberg School Class 446 said he much preferred having leis thrown by pas­ sengers flying over his head than to have Iraqi SCUD missiles whistling by as he experienced on the Cape Horn in the Persian Gulf. "Don't get me wrong, we work hard. It just isn't as stressful as having missiles fly over. Night lookout is an important safety job handled by OS Paul Fehling on board the Constitution. The pride of the deck gang is their 145-gallon salt water aquarium. Members capture fish off different islands for the tank. In front of it are (left to right) Bosiin Louie Zizzo, OS/Watchman Joe Whalen and Bosun/Mate Greg Johnson. The deck department celebrates the birthday of Deck/Engine Yeoman Kim Parzych. AB/Watchman Darren Bates handles the wheel as Third Mate Chris Best issues orders. r- if • ''t. ••'.i • l : i' Scrubbing the stacks while the ship Is docked Is AB/Mafeitenance Rene Gobico. • ^-•> " The anchor chains remain white through the efforts of OS Darin Millikan. OS/Hotel Painter Rick Gordon hustles trash from a work area. AS Kevin Kellum heads for his next paintIng assignment �•.•aaaa^iiiiiiilii niiai issmt^ 2ff Ships Digest Continued from page 24 No beefs or disputed OT reported by en­ gine delegate. Crew asked contracts department to seek increase in main­ tenance and cure daily rate. Crew thanked galley gang for excellent food and service. •fi- y- y- fi- r4t' Pm:^ imk OVERSEAS NEW ORLEANS (Maritime Overseas), April 12 — Chair­ man M. Zepeda, Secretary A. Todd, Educational Director G. C^tro, Deck Delegate Ali Shaibi, Steward Delegate PJ. Lambis. Chairman announced payoff and thanked everyone for job well done in preparing ship for dry dock. Officers and crew thank and congratu­ late steward department for job well done. Educational director advised everyone to take advantage of Paul Hall Center and upgrade as often as possible. No beefs or disputed OT reported. 'Mm' WM' . • • ^V >. h- '*• • ; t;,.:..n,'-,: 7.:v. .-••• ,- , > ':.7; ,, . •«•• .7 SEA-LAND CHALLENGER (SeaLand Service), April 5 — Chairman Roy Williams, Secret^ H. Scypes, Educa­ tional Director Eddie Johnson, Deck Delegate Fred Collins, Engine Delegate Juan Guaris, Steward Delegate Jose Ortie. Chairman announced payoff scheduled for Elizabeth, N.J. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked gal­ ley gang for good work. Steward depart­ ment thanked deck and engine departments for help with cookout SEA-LAND DEFEiVDE/7 (Sea-Land Service), April 12 — Chairman Joe Al­ leluia, Secretary John Alamar, Educa­ tional Director Dan Dean, Deck Delegate William Murphy. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked con­ tracts department to seek increase in den­ tal and optical benefits. Next port: Oakland, Calif. »v''7y> •'i.-'-r. •'4' i .%'- . wp'-sm SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Service), April 5 —Chairman Elex Cary, Jr., Secretary Sharon Ortiz, Educational Director Joseph Ortiz Jr., Deck Delegate LeRoy Cope, Engine Delegate B. Wri^t, Steward Delegate Paul Grier. Chairman explained proce­ dures for obtaining absentee ballots. Secretary thanked crew for helping'k'eejj'' lounges and messhalls tidy. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Repair list has been circulated. Crew wants ice cream cones and more burritos. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND EXPLORER (Sea-Land Service), April 19 — Chairman Jack Kingsley, Secretary S. Ghani, Educa­ tional Director Sonny Acosta, Deck Delegate Jabez Pegg, Engine Delegate Edward Jansen, Steward Delegate Inicenco Fontelera. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Order sent in for new mat­ tresses and pillows. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. ...r SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE(SeaLand Service), April 12 — Chairman Pat Gallagher, Secretary J. Weed. Educational Director In^n Rousseau, Deck Delegate Peter Bean, Engine Delegate Michael Novak, Steward Delegate Ernest Dumont. Questional director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School, read Seafarers LOG and donate to SPAD. Treasurer reported $124.50 in ship's fund. Engine delegate reported dispiited OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crewmembers would like company to provide foul-weather gear for deck department SEA-LAND INNOVATOR (Sea-Land Service), April 18 — Chairman Claude Dockrey, Secretary Jose Bayanl, Educa­ tional Director B. Francisco, Deck Delegate George Fries, Engine Delegate Robert Lee, Steward Delegate Cesar Lago. Chairman reported smooth sailing and thanked galley gang for serving good, hot meals all the time. Secretary thaiiked unlicensed crew for helping MHE1992 SOFARBISijOe keep ship clean. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND NAVIGATOR (Sea-Land Service), April 12 — Chairman Werner Becher, Secretary Rudolf Spingat, Educational Director W. Stevens, Deck Delegate Richard Smith, Engine Delegate Mohamed AnduUa, Steward Delegate Virgillio Hoffman. Education­ al director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School for better jobs in the future. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND PATRIOT(Sea-Land Setvice), April 4 — Chairman R. Garda, Secretary J. Russell, Educational Direc­ tor G. Pollard Lowsley, Engine Delegate B. Leyva, Steward Delegate A. Ali. Chairman urged everyone to register and vote. He discussed Sea-Land and APL initiative to bring about new maritime policy. He noted importance of SPAD dollars. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and donate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked gal­ ley gang for good work. Next port: Oak­ land, Calif. SEA-LAND RELIANCE (Sea-Land Service), April 18 — Chairman R. McGonagle, Secretary L. Lightfoot, Educa­ tional Director M. Miller, Deck Delegate R. Young, Engine Delegate Lorie Christmas, Steward Delegate Dennis Skretta. Crew reminded that oilsoaked rags and plastic will be dropped off in Oakland, Calif. Chairman thanked crew for smooth voyage. Secretary noted upgrading forms are available on vessel and encouraged everyone to vote. Educa­ tional director advised crew to think about safety when working or walking outside of house. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for fine food. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND VOYAGER (Sea-Land Service), April 19 — Chairman J. Colson, Secret^ C. Gibson, Educational Director W. Hatchel, Engine Delegate Samuel Johnson, Steward Delegate Gary Loftin. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No'beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Tokyo. SEALIFTANTARCTICA(lntemational Marine Carriers), April 14 — Chair­ man Ron Huyett, Secretary Jerome .. Hawkins, Educational Director David Moone, Deck Delegate Russell Higbea, Engine Delegate James Realty, Steward Delegate Larry Carranza. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Deck and steward delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine delegate. Mattresses are on order. ULTRASEA (American Maritime Transport), April 5 — Chairman Cesar Gutierrez, Secretary J.Jackson, Educa­ tional Director H. Bcrgerron, Deck Delegate R.G. Van Brant, Engine E>elegate G. Cooper, Steward Delegate Isidro Santiago. Chairman noted smooth trip. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew gave vote of thanks to galley gang. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers and sisters. Next port: New Orleans. DSNS SILAS BENT (Mar Ship Operators), April 5 — Oiairman Robert Vazquez, Secretary D. Cook, Deck Delegate Peter Poree, Engine Delegate Fred Wrude, Steward Delegate Ron Drew. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for outstanding barbecue on board vessel April 5. Crew trying to organize Softball game for week vessel will be in port in Honolulu. Letters to the Editor Wash. State Vet Benefits I would like to inform all or any brother seamen that on May 17, 1991, Gov. Booth Gardner of Washington state signed into law a bill granting state's veterans rights to any merchant seaman . . . who sailed during the conflict years December 7, 1941 to August 15, 1945. They now qualify for that state's veterans rights. I should know; I'm the guy who successful­ ly lobbied for them. While in 1988 and still a resident in New Jersey, I was successful in getting bills introduced back there, and after just under four years of lobbying, on January 16, 1992, Gov. James Florio signed into law bills from both houses, A.1335 and S.2754. [It's been a] long time coming, brothers, but well worth fighting for. l urge all brother seamenboth past and present and from any and all states—to request that their respective state governments do the same. We are finally being recognized state-by-state for what we did back then. Keep it coming. Harold Schmidt Sequlm, Wash. 4^ 4/ Memorial to N.H. Veterans The Hampton Marine Memorial at Hampton Beach, N.H. memorializes New Hampshire veterans who died and were lost at sea during times of war. The New Hampshire State Veterans Council, in cooperation with the New Hampshire Division of Parks and Recreation, seeks to identify members of the merchant marine (now designated as veterans) from New Hampshire who lost their lives at sea during World War II. Conrad V. Moran, Director State Veterans Council Manchester, N.H. Editor's note: Relatives or friends of veterans who qualify for inclusion on the Hampton Marine Memorial may contact the Veterans Council, 359 Lincoln St., Manchester, N.H. 03103. telephone (603) 624-9230. LOG-A-RHYTHMS To Amy, On Her Birthdayby Joel V. Smith Where was I when you came heire? On a monstrous ship, at sea. On the day of your birth, I circled the earth And you had no knowledge of me. What were our separate persuasions? What All-Loving Hand held our flame? One borne toward the east on brine passion. One bom into air on the same. My day roared with power. And frantic. My turbines did swirl to create, A foaming white line on Atlantic; Where Ifled from the voices of hate. And your day was late-winter rainy. Though brightened with foy when you came. For Mother cried softly, "It's Amy!" And she bore you that beautiful name. Though twenty-three years haven't freed me. And we're left with so little to share. In the unlikely event you might need me, I swear now, to God, I'll be there. (Joel V. Smith sails from the port of Algonac as an oiler. He recently sailed aboard the J.A.W. Iglehart and the Sam Laud. His daughter. Amy, was bom March 15,1969.) Why I Love a Sailor by Emily A. Larson My father was a sailor in the war of number two. His ship was bombed, young men died, it affected quite a few. He lived to be a ripe old age until cancer took his life. But all my days / heard the tales of sailors and their strife. It's no surprise to me at all, that a sailing man I chose. From him the cloth, a brother and a father share the woes. My father sang the sailor's chants to me 'til I was grown. He wrote poems about the sunsets, now I sing and write alone. There is no other man for me, but my husband for many years. So like my mother I will wait, sometimes in misty tears. My love will always stay with him, no matter how far apart. It can never be replaced, it comes straight from my heart. (Emily A. Larson is the wife of SIU member David V. Larson, wheelsman on the Kinsman Enterprise. This poem is dedicated to her father, Robert M. Wiley, who sailed on the USS Wasp and died March 21,1990.) _-7,/ ] ' v;!-- -fW.jl �JUNE 1992 27 SEAFARERS LOG Lundeberg School Helps Seafarers Attain QMED Rating The highest rating any unlicensed member of the engine department can reach is QMED-Any Rating. The Seffarers Ha^ Lundeberg School of Seamanship provides members with all the upgra^g classes needed to reach the p^ of the QMED ladder. The SIIJ recognizes four clas­ sifications for QMEDs: I, II, HI and IV. A QMED IV is the lowest rating of the group, while QMED I is die highest. The Coast Guard also has an en­ dorsement of "QMED-Any Rating." However, what the Coast Guard and SIU recognize as QMEDs differ gready. The Coast Guard provides the"QMED" classification on mer­ chant mariner documents (z-cards) for any engine department rating above wiper. Thus, anyone with the rating of fireman/watertender, oiler, pumpman, machinist, electrician, deck engineer, refrigeration engineer or junior engineer is considered a "QMED" by the federal agency. To be considered a QN&D by the SIU requires members to successful­ ly complete three steps. First, a Seafarer must have a minimum of 180 days rated time in the engine department. This qualifies the mem­ ber to be tested for QMED endorse­ ment ratings. Second, a Seafarer must pass a battery of tests. The tests include those for Coast Guard general safety (firefighting, first aid, oil pollution prevention and emergency equip­ ment), fireman/watertender, oiler, pumpman, machinist, electrician, deck engineer, refrigeration engineer and junior engineer. Finally, a member must obtain the deck engine mechanic rating. To ac­ quire the rating, which does not in­ clude a Coast Guard exam, a Seafarer has three paths to follow. A member may serve six months as a junior engineer on a steam vessel of more than 4,000 horsepower, or success­ fully complete four weeks of training in the engine department of an automated steam vessel of more than 4,000 horsepower, or successfully complete a deck engine mechanic course approved by the Coast Guard. The Lundeberg School's 12-week QMED-Any Rating course is a Coast Guard-approved deck engine Sni Engine Department Career Path SEA TIME REQUIREMENTS SPECIALTY COURSE REQUIREMENTS This Lundeberg School chart plots the conditions and steps needed to reach the top of the engine department. mechanic course. Upon graduation from the course, a member also receives the Coast Guard endorse­ ment of QMED-Any Rating. The school's QMED-Any Rating course specifically is designed to teach the material needed to pass the seven Coast Guard endorsement ex­ aminations to qualify for the rating. To augment the knowledge gain^ through the course and die Coast Guard testing, the school offers ad­ vanced specidty courses. Students in some of the classes receive hands-on training ap­ proximately 80 percent of the time with the remainder spent in class­ room situations. In 1981, the SIU through the Lun­ deberg School instituted its clas­ sifications for QMEDs. This system allows a QMED to increase his engineroom skills which in turn brings higher wages. All SIU members who have a QMED rating but have not attained the QMED I rating must upgrade an­ nually taking one required and one elective course until reaching the level. This went into effect in 1990 following a Seafarers Appeals Board ruling,. To move from one QMED level to another, like QMED IV to QMED III, a member has to suc­ cessfully complete one required specialty course and one elective specialty course. The list of all these courses can be found on the chart above. Any Seafarer seeking more infor­ mation on the QMED program should call the Lundeberg School's admissions office at (301) 9940010. Plan Now for a Summer Vacation at Piney Point Summer is fast approaching, leav­ ing little time to m^e final vacation plans. But SIU members and their families need look no further than the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Train­ ing and Education, the complex emb(Sying the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. A vacation stay at the Lundeberg School is limited to two weeks per family. The cost per member is $40.40 per day. An additional fee of $9.45 per day is charged for the Seafarer's spouse and for each child (there is no charge for children under the age of 12). This price includes all meals. Activities at the School swimming, exercise room, sauna, arts and crafts), three square meals each day, and a central base from which to take day trips. Near Nation's Capital The school is located in St. Maiy's County, just a little more than a hour's drive to Washington, D.C. and all that the nation's capital has to offer. But there are many activities and events planned in southern Maryland which are even closerseafood festivals, art exhibitions, an­ tique and craft shows, concerts and theater productions. Something for Everyone SEAFARERS TRAINING CENTER Vacation Reservation information 6/92 I Name: : 88#: i Address: ' [ Book#: Telephone #: Number In party / ages of children, If applicable: Date of arrival: 1st choice. 3rd choice. 2nd choice. Each family member should take J Date of Departure:. Piney Point vacationers can enjoy away with them memories of an un­ comfortable accommodations, use of forgettable summer vacation. That I Stay is limited to two weeks. Send completed form to Seafarers Training Gen- i the school's recreational activities can happen this year by sending in the I ter, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point. Md. 20674-0075, or call (301) 994-0010. i (including fishing, boating, tennis. completed application form now! ,|r' �k. • ' 28 /; JUHEim SEOFARBtSUKt •Is.-,".' • . Final DEEP SEA FELICITOAPONTE Pensioner Felicito Aponte, 80, passed away April 3 due to heart failure. Bom in Puerto Rico, he joined the SIU as a charter member in 1939 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Aponte sailed in the deck department. He retired in June 1974. JULIO BERMUDEZ Julio Bermudez, 59, died April 23. He was bom in Tampa, Fla. and in 1971 joined the Seafarers in the port of Hous­ ton. Brother Bermudez sailed in the deck department. He served in the Navy from 1952 to 1955. Brother Bermudez was an active member at the time of his death. ROBERT G. BLACK Robert G. Black, 53, passed away March 26. He joined the union in his native Houston in 1967. Brother Black sailed in the steward department. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1979. ADOLPHUS BROWN Pensioner Adolphus Brown, 64, died April 22. The Florida native joined the SIU in 1965 in the port of Jack­ sonville, Fla. He sailed in the steward department and in 1982 upgraded at the Lun­ deberg School. Brother Brown retired in January 1990. ROBERT BURNS Pensioner Robert Bums, 64, passed away April 12 as a result of cancer. Bom in Jersey City, N.J., h? graduated from the Andrew Fumseth Training School in New York in 1967. Brother Bums sailed in the deck depart­ ment. He retired in June 1989. BENNIE CRAWFORD Pensioner Bennie Craw­ ford, 69, died March 30. He was bom in Arkan­ sas and in 1946 joined the SIU in the port of New York. Brother Crawford sailed in the steward department. He served in the Army from 1942 to 1944. Brother Crawford began receiving his pension in July 1968. FRANCIS DONOVAN Pensioner Francis Donovan, 72, passed away April 8 due to heart dis­ ease. He joined the Seafarers in his native Boston in 1941. Brother Donovan sailed in the deck department. He served in the Army from 1941 to 1946. Brother Donovan retired in May 1982. CARROLL DWYER Pensioner Carroll Dwyer, 69, died March 8. He joined the SIU in his native New York in 1964. Brother Dwyer sailed in the engine and steward depart­ ments. He upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School. Brother Dwyer retired in November 1987. VINCENT GENCO Pensioner Vincent Genco, 78. passed away March 25 due to heart failure. A native of Cleveland, he joined the union in 1945 in the port of New York. Brother Genco sailed in the deck department. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1973. Brother Genco began receiving his pension in July 1978. LOYDGOODALL Pensioner Loyd Goodall, 71, died January 29. He was bom in Ok­ lahoma and in 1966 joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in the port of Los Angeles, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Goodall retired in May 1980. KEVIN GORDON Kevin Gordon, 33, passed away April 16. The na­ tive of Pitts­ burgh joined the SIU in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. in 1991. Brother Gordon sailed in the engine department. RUBEN HANSON JR. Ruben Hanson Jr., 35, died April 18. Bom in Kansas City, Mo., he joined the Seafarers in 1978 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Hanson saifed in the steward department. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1983. WILLIE HARRIS Willie "Preacher" Harris, 62, passed away April 25 due to a heart at­ tack. A native of Georgia, he joined the union in 1978 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. Brother Harris completed the steward recertification course at the Lundeberg School in 1987. He served in the Air Force from 1947 until 1957. Brother Harris retired in 1989. BENJAMIN JARRATT Pensioner Benjamin Jarratt, 72, passed away April 2. He was bom in Tennessee and in 1945 joined the SIU in the port of New York. Brother Jarratt sailed in the deck department. He retired in August 1984. RAYMOND KNOLES Pensioner Raymond Knoles, 66, died March 11. The native of Califor­ nia joined the Seafarers in 1951 in the port of New York. Brother Knoles sailed in the deck department. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1973. He served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. Brother Knoles retired in Febmary 1977. JOSEPH A. MICHAEL Joseph A. Michael, 38, passed away April 15. Bom in Bal­ timore, he graduated from the Lun­ deberg School in 1973. Brother Michael sailed in the engine department. He upgraded fre­ quently at the Lundeberg School. Brother Michael was an active member at the time of his death. HALLE MIKKELBORG Pensioner Halle Mikkelborg,74, died March 9. He was bom in Norway and in 1958 joined the SIU in the port of New York. Brother Mikkelborg sailed in the deck department. He served in the Norwegian navy from 1941 until 1946. Brother Mikkelborg retired in May 1982. JUAN PEREZ Pensioner Juan Perez, 65, passed away March 14. A na­ tive of Puerto Rico, he joined the Seafarers in 1967 in the port of New York. Brother Perez sailed in the deck department. He served in the Army from 1944 to 1945. Brother Perez retired in June 1986. DONALD POOL Pensioner Donald Pool, 65, died in April. Bom in Il­ linois, he joined the union in 1945 in the port of Philadel­ phia. Brother Pool completed the bosun recertification course at the Lundeberg School in 1976. He began receiving his pension in January 1984. CORNELIO PRECLARO Pensioner Comelio Preclaro, 86, passed away April 7. He was bom in the Philippine Islands and in 1939 joined the SIU as a charter member in the port of New York. Brother Preclaro sailed in the deck department. He retired in March 1974. ROBERT RAY Pensioner Robert Ray, 70, died March 23. The native of Kansas City, Mo. joined the Seafarers in 1962 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. Brother Ray sailed in the deck department. He served in the Navy from 1938 to 1941. Brother Ray retired in June 1991. ZENON RIVERA Pensioner Zenon Rivera, 84, passed away March 16 due to heart failure. Bom in Puerto Rico, he joined the SIU as a charter member in 1938 in the port of New York. Brother Rivera sailed in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in April 1973. WILLIHROBERTSON Pensioner Willie Robertson, 54, died April 6. He was bom in Petersburg, Va. and in 1973 joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in the port of New York, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Robotson retired in August 1990. ALBERT SCHWARTZ Pensioner Albert Schwartz, 73, passed away March 23. The Il­ linois native joined the Seafarers in 1955 in the port of New York. Brother Schwartz completed the bosun recer­ tification course at the Lun­ deberg School in 1976. He retired in October 1979. MELVIN SKIPPER Pensioner Melvin Skipper, 70, died April 27. A native of Maryland, he joined the SIU in 1969 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Skipper sailed in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in July 1988. GARY L. SMITH "WW V'- V'- J Gary L. Smith, 41, passed away April 18. He was bom in Florida Andrew Fumseth Training School in New York. Brother Smith sailed in the deck depart­ ment. HENRY SORMUNEN Pensioner Henry Sormunen, 71, died April 1. The Michigan native joined the Seafarers in 1963 in the port of New York. Brother Sormunen sailed in the engine department. He served in the Army from 1940 to 1946. Brother Sormunen retired in March 1986. DALESUSBILLA Pensioner Dale Susbilla, 87, passed away March 23 as a result of pneu­ monia. He was bom in the Philippine Islands and in 1968 joined the SIU in the port of Wilmington, Calif. Brother Susbilla sailed in the engine department. He upgraded frequently at the Lun­ deberg School. Brother Susbil­ la retired in May 1979. % RICHARD TREXLER Pensioner Richard Trexler, 66, passed away March 5. A native of Cum­ berland, Md., he joined the union in 1951 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Trexler sailed in the deck department He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1975. He served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. Brother Trexler retired in April 1990. Continued on page 29 ¥ �{. JDWf 1992 SBVARHtSUtG Final Departures Continued from page 28 DANIEL TICER Pensioner Daniel Ticer, 73, died March 16. Bom in Ok­ lahoma, he joined the Seafarers in 1945 in the port of New York. Brother Ticer completed the bosun recertification course at the Lundeberg School in 1974. He began receiving his pension in December 1976. PAUL WARD Pensioner Paul Ward, 68, died March 31. A Maryland native, he joined the SIU in 1956 in the port of Bal­ timore. Brother Ward sailed in the deck department. He served in the Army from 1941 to 1945. Brother Ward retired in June 1985. ORVILLE WHITE Pensioner Orville White, 78, passed away March 11. He was bom in Oklahoma and in 1958 joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in the port of San Francisco, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother White began receiving his pension in September 1978. INLAND HERBERT BERNER Pensioner Herbert Bemer, 79, died April 12. The native of Mt. Holly, N.J. joined the union in 1947 in the port of New York. Boatman Bemer sailed in the engine depart­ ment. He retired in December 1977. JOHN J. HAMILTON Pensioner John J. Hamil­ ton, 71, passed away April 3 due to hehrt dis­ ease. He joined the Seafarers in 1959 in his native Baltimore. Boatman Hamilton sailed in the deck department. He 29 served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Boatman Hamilton retired in Febraary 1983. Know Your Rights PRESTON LONG FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitu­ tion of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, ieach year examines the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommenda­ tions, Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. Pensioner Preston Long, 85, died March 20 due to heart failure. A native of Ocean View, Del., he joined the union in 1961 in the port of Philadelphia. Boatman Long retired in November 1967. GREAT LAKES FRANCIS BUTTAS Francis Buttas, 85, passed away April 10. He was bom in Pennsylvania and in 1939 joined the Seafarers as a charter member in the port of Detroit. Brother Buttas sailed in the engine department. EDWARD NALEWAJEK Edward Nalewajek,64, died March 19 as a result of cancer, The Chicago native joined the union in 1973 in the port of Duluth, Minn. Brother Nalewajek sailed in the deck department. He served in the Navy from 1945 to 1946. MICHAEL NIKSICH Pensioner Michael Niksich, 72, passed away March 14. He was bom in Illinois and in 1961 joined the Seafarers in the port of Chicago. Brother Niksich sailed in the deck department. He served in the Marine Corps from 1943 to 1946. Brother Niksich retired in January 1985. RAILROAD MARINE JOSEPH HOWELL Pensioner Joseph Howell, 76, died March 29 as a result of cancer. A native of New­ port News, Va., he joined the union in 1959 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Brother Howell sailed in the deck department. He retired in March 1970. Personals CLIFFORD SAVAGE Please contact the Seafarers LOG at (301) 899-0675, extension 4315 for a message. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters Dis­ trict are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disburse­ ments of trust funds are made only upon ap­ proval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fiind financial records are available at the head­ quarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's ship­ ping rights and seniority are protected ex­ clusively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Augustin Tellez Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Aufh Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writ­ ing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know theircontract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time,a member believes that an SIU patrolman or otliCT Union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, they should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY — THE SEA­ FARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG tradition­ ally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective member­ ship. This established policy has been reaf­ firmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Ex­ ecutive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this respon­ sibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union head­ quarters. • i-,.... : V, CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitu­ tion are available in all Union halls. All mem^ hers should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify head­ quarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of Ae SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race,creed, color, sex, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION — SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to fur­ ther its objects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American merchant marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In con­ nection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No con­ tribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the Union of of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above, improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of thecontribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should sup­ port SPAD to protect and further his economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. •• • •. '• • •" V- -ty '..-.yv',.'', . l-r • If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional rightof access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. TONY A. HILL Please contact Jean Chase of U.S. Marine Manage­ ment at (800) 642-7224 for information on how to col­ lect unclaimed wages. RICHARD JOHN MOORE Please contact the Seafarers LOG at (301) 899-0675, extension 4315 for a message. -i . '• • �fw. JUMEim f-,V> ik.-' .- • t-' •J. ' - • k l.:f; fv - '' •fc' : Trainee Lifeboat Class 496—Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 496 are (from left, kneeling) Kyle Pratt, Kevin Spiers, Scott Van Slambrouck, Fred Vaigneur III, Eric Cake, Lewis Darwin, Thomas Johnson, Gary Hoffman, (second row) Mark Johnson, Joseph Bemieri, Timothy Vota, Cyrus Smith, James Roth, JayTillery, Peter Hausmann, Alvin Pence, Robert Auletto, John Batson, Gregory Bell, Glen Johnson and instructor Jim Moore. Trainee Lifeboat Class 497—Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat class 497 are (from left, kneeling) James Upton, Erin Ritchie, Mark Gage, Jose Diaz, Corey Wooley, Bruce Nitz, Richard Russel Jr., (second row) Instructor Ben Cusic, Donald Burroughs, Charles Perkins, Lionel Percell, Christopher Frazier, Terrow Franks, Ivan Passapera, Edward Tully, Robert Couvillion, Brian Gelande, Richard Sadberry, (third row) Ronnie Fleming, Allen Brock, Charles Watson, Luis Torres and Andy Morrison. it ?•••••_.- ly. v"' ri.-'.- • Upgraders Lifeboat—Completing the upgraders lifetxjat class on April 7 are K3eIf4low^?^lS Mart^adSter SnlevGri^ HairoTA sSZd JmZS- Dei!,!S li^SSr Jim ^ ^ a a,. « aras.- -. s « . as a a itlird Mate Graduating from the Apnl 13 third mate course are (from left, front row) Richard Roel, Philip Pansi, Michael Finnigan, Steve Bush, Pat Jacobs, (second row) Nick Worrell, Tim Burke, Terence Franklin, Richard Lewis and Godfrey Gittens with Instructor Ron Raykowski. Celestial Navigation—Completing the five-week celestial navigation course are (from left) James Moore, Albert Wheeler, John Patrick Gibbons and Arthur Shafts with Instructor Jake Karaczynski. HydrauUcs—Instructor Bill Foley (rigtu) joins graduates of his Aprii 7 hydraulics '®'" Carmine Barbati, Riley Donahue III. Hal Puckelt, Phil W«teworlh, John Tucker and Kevin DeSue. Rcfrigerated Contaiiiers (Advaoced)—^Working their way up the engj^g department ratings are (from left, front row) Instructor Eric Malzkuhn, Robert steams, Arthur Rhymes, John Smith, George Barrett, Mark Field, (second row) Robert Scrivens and Taylor Clear, Basic Electronics—Under the guidance of Instructor Mark Rainess (standing left), graduating members of the basic electronics class are (from left, seated) Christopher Barry, Jay McCreary, Chris Zubowicz, (second row) Scott Morris, Jon Beard, Joe Fortuna and Ronald Celious. �JUNE 1992 ^ " 31 SEAFARBtS LOG LUHmBERG BOWOL ItocuUlleattOtt Pngnuns 1992 mmumiG COVJISE SOIEDULE The following is the current course schedule for classes beginning between July and November 1992 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship located at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. All programs are geared to improve job skills of Seafarers and to promote the American maritime industry. The course schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership, the maritime industry and—in times ofconflict—the nation's security. Check-In Conipletion Date Date July 20 AugustlS September 14 October 23 November 9 Dumber 18 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Cbedc-ln Date Sqrtember 28 Course Bosun Rei^rtiiication StawaMUpgnuBng Courses Course Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker, Chief Cook, Chief Steward Course Able Seaman August 31 November 2 July 13 September 14 November 16 August 3 October 5 August 31 July6 Ociober26 SaUp Handling Radar Observer Unlimited CdestlalNav^atkm Third Mate Tankerman " £ y • -1., 'tj, X . September 11 November 13 July 17 September 18 November 20 August 28 October 30 December 11 July31 November 20 SaMySpedatti^f^unes Check-In Date July 6 August 17 August 31 October 12 October 26 July 6 July 20 August 3 August 17 August31 September 14 September 28 October 12 October26 November 9 November 23 October 20 Course Oil Spill Prevention and Containment :;iLjtfeboatoian ^ ^ ^ Basic/Advanced Fire Fighting Compietion Date July 10 August 21 September 4 October 16 October 30 July 17 July 31 August 14 August 28 September 11 September 25 October 9 October 23 November 6 November 20 December4 October 30 UPGGAnNG AmHMim Date of Birth Name (Lan) Address. (City) (Middle) (Fim) (SUeeO Deep Sea Member• Telephone _1 Lakes Member• _L (Area Code) (Zip Code) (Stale) Monlh/Day/Ye Inland Waters Member• • Yes • Yes If yes, course(s) taken Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? • Yes If yes, how many weeks have you completed?. Do you hold the U.S. Coast GuaidLifeboalmanEiHloisement? • Yes GNO Fiiefighliilg:DYes GNO CPRGYes Date available for training Primary language spoken : — ———————— —^ Completion Cbecfc-ln Date Date All open-ended (contact admissions office for stardng dates) • -Is;", v.^ , , ' BiglnoUpgrmttng Courses Completion Cbeck-In Date Date Course September 14 December 4 QMED-Any Rating August 14 July6 Flreman/Watertender and Oiler October 9 August31 December 4 October 26 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class. October 9 August 31 Pumproom Maint & Operations October 9 August 17 Marine Electrical Malntenantx October 26* December 4 Refrigeration MainL & Operations September 28 November 6 Marine Electronics—Technician I December 18 November 9 Marine Electronics—^Tecbnican U September 25 August 31 Basic Electronics September 11 Augustn Hydraulics November 23 December 18 July 31 July 6 Diesel Engine Technology September 11 August 17 November 6 October 12 Welding December 18 November 9 Electro-Hydraulic Systems A*' iiv I DNO •NO • No i ;• vi • - Tv- • IMSiURH fiAinriiM SeftMftito The following courses are available through the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School. Please contact the admissions office for enrollment information. Cbeck-In Completion 'Course ^^ Date Date High School Equivalency (GED) All open-ended (contact Adult Basic Education (ABE) admissions office for starting English as a Second Language (ESL) dates) SHLSS CoHogoPremmSohoaiaoior 1982 FULL 8-week sessions July 6 August31 October 26 August 28 October 23 December 18 With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. Youalso must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, yourclinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. RATING DATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE T' :y ^ DATE SIGNATURE. I am inteKSted in (be following comseCs) checked below or indi­ cated here if not listed DECK AB/Sealift 1st Class Pilot Third Mate Radar Observer Unlimited Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland • Olestial Navigation • Simulator Course • • • D • ENGINE GNO • •' • -'iiX Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Social Security # — _ Book # Seniority Department U.S. Citizen: DVes • No Home Port. Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? If yes, which program: from. tOLast grade of school completed Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? • Cbnipletiim Date November 2 • POWT • QMED-Any Rating • Variable Spe^DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) •towpoftadee webe paid la e Ifyaa haveany pMeihe • Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance &Operation • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engines Motor Vessel • Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems • Automation • Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility • CookandBaker ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding Q Lifeboatman (must be taken with anothercourse) • Oil Spill Prevention & Containment D • D • • ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Adult Basic Education (ABE) High School Equivalency Program (GED) Developmental Studies (DVS) English as a Second Language (ESL) ABE/ESLUfeboat Preparation • CliiefCbok COLLEGE PROGRAM • ChiefSlewatd 0 Associates in Arts Degree • Towboat Inland Cordc wNh the sdMdaHag Mleraaiy Vyaa praeatatltiaai laceiplsaad yaeceaiAdir coai. -d year aceallMfcndtpartlag M part p^a^ii aeww^ww -.J... .1 ^ CM-PbaeyPslal. RBIURN CXHdPLBraD APPUCATION Tft Sertareti Hmy Lunlebai Upgndiiig Ceakr, P.O. Bos 73, Pjiwy Pbiat. MD 20674. 6m I. �E^J k- v.. SEABUtEBS Seafarers Have you planned your summer vacation? The Lundeberg School can provide you and your famiy with an excellent vacation site. For details and rates, see page 27. June 1992 Volume 54, Number 6 ' ,•' ;^f;- •t.; •.• I;;.,/ For Seafarer 'Indiana' Payne, Travel Means Adventure Fictional character Indiana Jones, from the Raiders of the Lost Ark movie series, often finds himself in precarious situations in out-of-the-way places, due usually to his pursuit of treasures. SIU member Jimmy "Indiana" Payne, on the other hand, takes his adventures just for fun. Payne, a 51-year-old chief engineer who sails in the inland division, does not exactly head to tourist spots when he has time on the beach. He has driven from his Galveston County, Texas home to El Salvador, Guatemala, Panama and throughout Mexico, among other places. Last November he flew to Brazil and took a trip down the Amazon River, a venture which required Payne to take malaria pills and yellow fever shots, and which brought him into terrorizingly close contact with snakes and piranha. "It was die best trip I've ever made," Payne proclaimed. For the Seafarer of 20 years, traveling as part of the job has never been enough. He likes to take vacations. When Payne says he needs only the basics for these excursions, that doesn't mean he stays in cheap motels. He takes a hammock, a backpack full of food and a free spirit to wherever he pleases. •i - >j.- Always a Traveler After a four-year stint with the Coast Guard which ended in 1961, Payne, then 21, became a merchant mariner, sailing deep sea before working on tugs plying the gulfs coastal waters. He knew then that traveling was much more than an inciden­ tal part of his job; it was in his blood. At nearly every port where time permitted, Payne explored the nearby areas and so^ed in the culture. Instead of flying home after payoffs, he went off to another adventure in another city or countiy. "One time we paid off in Africa," Payne recalled. "I stayed there a few days, then flew to Switzerland, then to London, ^o, Argentina, Greenland, Nova Scotia—I went just about everywhere. Every time I got off a ship, I tried to do some traveling." But following 10 years of sailing all over the world, Payne wanted a break in the routine. He found work in the SIU's inland division. "I took it thinking it would be temporary, but I got hooked," he said. "I liked the hours and I had a shrimp boat I worked on the side." Payne also took pleasure in the travel oppor­ tunities he eventually discovered as an inland employee of G&H Towing Co. "My real travel days were when I sailed deep sea, but I hadn't seen any South American countries. I wanted to see the rain forest before it was gone, so I figured I would complete the adventure on wheels." Five years ago, with a renewed zest for new sites, he hopped in his pickup truck and started trekldng sou^, across border after border. He's made at least one trip per year by truck, plane or boat since then, covering most of Mexico, the Caribbean Islands and too many small towns to list. Recounting the experiences, Payne's voice rises with excitement. He chuckles when describ­ ing how El Salvador natives warned him to turn back, to no avail. Disoriented by the fighting and tanks which rumbled up and down the streets, Payne got lost in an El S^vador jungle for several hours. He admits he was more than slightly shaken when he ran into a pack of machine-gun toting natives. "And honestly, I don't scare too easy." Then there was the time some new Mexican fnends took him to a secret beach where no one got tan lines. "Unbelievable." On another journey, Payne, whose Spanish is fair but limited, had a potentially dangerous mis- Remote areas attract Seafarer Jimmy Payne, whose love for travel takes him to places not usually visited by the average tourist. Photo right, "Indiana" Payne In the highlands of Guatemala, and photo left. In Mexico's San Andres mountains. communication with his guide. "I drew a picture of a snake because I wondered if there were any in the area. The guide thought I wanted to go find some, which we did. They were biiiiig, and I didn't stick around very long!" But there have been frustrating trips. He has endured more than a few bad roads, blown tires and folks who are less than friendly towards U.S. citizens. He once drove four hours on horrendous roads to get to a bridge in Honduras. It was washed out. At borders, he has been unjustly detained by irritable local authorities. El Sdvador authorities swiped his CB radio and tape deck. Nicaraguan officials delayed and harass^ him for four hours before finally "losing interest." With experiences like that in mind, the blondehaired Payne tries to look and dress incon­ spicuously. He wears a cap, veiy casual clothing and no jewelry in hopes of blending in. Currency is another problem. "I don't take any big bills or traveler's checks," Payne declared. "You can't get those checks cashed down there. I usually take a bunch of one-dollar bills. But you can't always exchange them. One time I had to sell my camera and two coats. Another time I sold my truck." Ironically, Payne's least favorite travel-related experience took place less than an hour's drive from his house. After flying from Costa Rica to Houston two years ago—Payne had been all over Central America—^he was detained for two hours at the Houston airport. "They couldn't believe that I actually wanted to go to some of those places for fun," he said. "They saw where I had been and thought I must have been carrying drugs or some­ thing. They handcuffed me, searched me. It was the worst." Affordable Adventures Despite the drawbacks, Payne, who is single, remains enthusiastic about his latest travel routine. He does not plan to stop any time soon. Maybe most of all, Payne enjoys meeting other people and other travelers. "Everywhere I go, there's some little town square. You meet the locals and other travelers from all over the world; Canada, Germany, France. That's a really fim part. "I once met two people who were biking through Mexico. They came all the way from Canada. I said, 'Man, I'm having a hard enough time in a truck!"' Payne got his nickname from a G&H official who marvelled at his choice of vacation sites. Others soon picked up on the moniker. Nowadays, Payne is musing about a trip to the Yucatan or maybe even Borneo, near Indonesia. He may have to eschew his truck for an airplane, of course. Then again, Indiana Payne just might take a boat. "In any case," he said, "I know I'll have fun!" Missing ChiU Center LoMdng for Amy Basco The National Center for Missing and Ex­ ploited Children has asked the membership of the SIU to help locate Amy Ann Basco. The 5 ft. 3 in. girl weighed 120 pounds at the time of her disappearance last September from Shreveport, La. At the time, she was 13 years old with black hair and hazel eyes. Amy Basco may be with an adult male com­ panion. She is being considered as an en­ dangered runaway. Anyone having infor­ mation should contact The National Cen­ ter for Missing and Exploited Children at (800) 8435678 or the Shreveport (La.) Police Department's Missing Per­ sons Unit at (318) 2266051. Amy Ann Basco ' r, , -f'.' WW"-.. WW..] ' -1;. ' r. • � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource June 1992 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES WHITE HOUSE MARITIME PANEL TO ANNOUNCE FINDINGS IN JUNE ‘WORK TAX’ REPEAL BILL CLEARS HOUSE PANEL SEVEN SIU SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED ALERT DECKHAND RESCUES BOATMAN TWO-YEAR GULF SEALIFT ENDS DEACON CREW BRAVES HIGH SEAS IN RESCUE OPERATION SWIFT AID TO OVERBOARD SHIPMATE EARNS RHODES AN AWARD SEAFARER’S SON SAVES SWIMMER LUNDEBERG SCHOOL PREPARES SEAMEN IN USE OF MASKS TO PREVENT BENZENE EXPOSURE HOUSE PANEL TO CONSIDER BILL TO CLOSE RIVERS’ SAFETY LOOPHOLE TWELVE BOSUNS PASS RIGOROUS RECERTIFICATION COURSE CORNELIUS CREW PREPARES LAKER FOR FITOUT INSPECTION GROTON’S CREW RESCUES 21 FROM BURNING TRAWLER DIEGO GARCIA-BASED SEAFARERS HANDLE UNIQUE DUTIES NEW WAR SERVICE MEDALS ISSUES FOR MARINERS ALL ASPECTS OF FIREFIGHTING COVERED IN SCHOOL’S ADVANCED COURSE PRE-BALLOTING REPORT SUBMITTED TO MEMBERSHIP LIFE AFTER OPA 90 IT’S A WHOLE NEW BALL GAME FOR SEAFARERS AND THE INDUSTRY SECTIONS OF OPA 90 THAT DIRECTLY EFFECT MERCHANT SEAMEN ALTON BELLE MEMBERS APPROVE UNION HEALTH/WELFAR PACKAGE VARIED TASKS KEEP CONSTITUTION DECK GOING ON THE GO LUNDEBERG SCHOOL HELPS SEAFARERS ATTAIN QMED RATING FOR SEAFARER ‘INDIANA’ PAYNE, TRAVEL MEANS ADVENTURE Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 06/01/1992 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 54, No. 6 1992 Periodicals Seafarers Log