http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives_old/files/original/35edaa0ebf7983641fe7e5076199763b.PDF 1f51a3723bff5981748403d08dcf9789 PDF Text Text Hi • -ii -T Vffjl •[ • • • •- *".-? •f f" 4^- •:?«. t •' . >1^ I H , ,v Hi'^i'-r.'- ' • '• ••. • ••,' -••• .« ^^-•- ' > 'b'bb • '". ._' ",. • . Sin ...'/J:/•• ... \ •. i!:.v. .H."'... ..'. V 4;,;':/ ;•-'; it' •)rr •#i'}' m4 And a Year Filled With Smooth Voyages See Special Supplement I ^ i: J .'•n •< �U.S. and Russia Seek New Shipping Pact The Soviet Union, negotiating a new bilateral shipping agreement with the U.S. to replace a three-year agreement which expires on Dec. 31, is insisting that the grain freight rate must be lowered from the $16 per ton level agreed to by both America and the Soviets earlier this year to the world charter market rate which is about $10 per ton. Last September, President Ford sent Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Maritime Affairs Robert Blackwell to Moscow to negotiate a new grain rate because the world rate was too low to allow American shippers to profitably carry the one-third of the cargo for U.S.-flag vessels under a standing mari­ time agreement. It was at these meetings last Septem­ ber that the Soviets agreed to the $16 per ton rate, allowing many U.S.-flag tankers to break out of lay-up and load grain bound for Russia. However, when Blackwell returned to Moscow last month to negotiate a new, comprehensive, three-year mari­ time pact to govern the whole range of shipping relations between the two U.S. Pension BUI See Pages 9-10 countries, Soviet officials said they were unwilling to pay anything above world market rates for American vessels car­ rying grain after Dec. 31. Early this month, negotiations were suspended and were to have resumed after Christmas. However, as the Log was about to go to press, Blackwell was suddenly asked by the Soviets to return to Moscow, and negotiations have been stepped up. More details will be avail­ able in the next issue of the Log. Blackwell stated that the Soviet po­ sition "came as somewhat of a surprise" because, due to a poor domestic har­ vest, the Russians have contracted to buy 13-million tons of American grain. Only five-million tons of the grain have been shipped so far and lower, unprofit­ able grain rates which would* prevent U.S.-flag ships from carrying their share of the cargo might provoke renewed labor action against the sale similar to the longshoremen's refusal to load grain bound for Russia last September. ^ SIU President Paul Hall, one of the leaders of organized labor's attack against the grain sale last summer, said that if the current grain rate is not main­ tained a meeting of U.S. maritime unions would be called to decide upon a course of action. Terming the new Soviet rate proposal "totally unacceptable," Blackwell ex­ plained that the dispute centered around the Russians' "inCerpretation of the words 'mutually agreed-upon rates,' which they take to mean charter market rates and which we take to mean charter market rates plus whatever ad­ justments are necessary to insure that United States ships have an opportunity to carry one-third of the cargo." The Russian insistence on a lower grain rate is considered by U.S. officials to be a tough bargaining tactic and a typical game the Soviets play which brings negotiations right down to the wire. U.S. Employment Stagnant in Last 6 Months The nation's unemployment rate de­ clined slightly last month, after it had risen during October, but overall statis­ tics released by the U.S. Labor Depart­ ment this month indicate that the total job picture has remained virtually stag­ nant for the past six months. The number of jobless Americans dropped from 8 to 7.7 million in No­ vember, and the unemployment rate was listed as 8.3 percent, down from the October rate of 8.6 percent. However, the total number of Americans holding jobs was unchanged for the third straight month at 85.3 million. The total number of persons em­ ployed on regular business and Govern­ ment payrolls outside agriculture—the the PRESIDENT'S REPORT: Panl Hall Now^ It's Up to You in 1976 When the year 1975 began, nearly eight million American workers were out of jobs and on the unemployment lines. And tragically for this country, as the year 1975 draws to a close nothing has changed—nearly eight mil­ lion Americans are still out of work. Economists tell us why there is unemployment, politicians tell us why, and businessmen tell us why. But one very simple fact—a fact that business would rather hide under the rug and Government has chosen over the years largely to ignore—is that America's growing "runaway" industries are a major contributing factor to unemployment in this country. These "runaway" industries are American-owned concerns which have defected from the United States and are now based in foreign countries to take advantage of low-paid overseas labor. Yet, these industries still utilize the vast American consumer market to make their profits. Hardest hit by American "runaways" are the U.S. clothing and manu­ facturing industries and the U.S. maritime industry. Using the clothing industry as an example, an American "runaway" operates in jnost cases by exporting American raw materials, via foreignflagships, to Taiwan or South Korea, where the materials are processed into finished products. These goods, produced by workers paid anywhere from 19 to 44 cents an hour as compared to an average of $3.92 per hour for U.S. textile workers, are then transported back to the U.S., again by foreign-flagship, and dumped into the U.S. market. There might be some justification for these wholesale defections if the products were considerably^ lower priced or of higher quality. But this is not the case. Go into any clothing store and check the prices. A shirt made in South Korea or Taiwan is no cheaper than one made in the U.S. statistic most closely watched by econ­ omists—also remained unchanged at 77.5 million. This figure on "payroll employment" had risen quickly from July through September leading many economists to believe that the recession was easing and that recovery would be strong. As of last month, however, the upturn had virtually stopped. These sfatisfics have led Labor De­ partment officials to conclude that while the job market is not deteriorating, it is also not improving. The concern now by some Government officials is that what were originally thought to be signs of a positive recovery were just tempo­ rary shifts in the statistics, and signs now point to a rather sluggish recovery. What movement there was in the No­ vember job figures occurred in the area of employment of adult men, where the unemployment rate declined from 7.1 percent in October to 6.9 percent last month. The marked increase in unem­ ployment for the month of October had been for adult women, from 7.5 to 7.8 percent; however a Labor Department analyst did not attach any significance to the opposite movements in the unem­ ployment rates for men and women. The Labor Department's^ statistics also showed that there has been very little change in the job picture for blacks over the past few months. In November, the unemployment rate for blacks was 13.8 percent. Looking at the U.S. maritime industry, a "runaway" is created a little more simply. An American shipowner just registers his U.S. vessel to Panamanian, Liberian or Honduran-flag, hires a foreign crew and that's it. In effect then, what these "runaway" industries are doing are creating huge windfall profits for a few American exporters and importers while tens-of-thousands of American workers get shafted and the American con­ sumer continues to pay top dollar for foreign-produced products and serv­ ices, which in many cases, are of inferior quality. Tlie growing problems of the "runaway" industries has not gone totally unnoticed. Under provisions of the Trade Act of 1974, the U.S. Labor Department has set up the Labor Advisory Committee on Multilateral Trade Negotiations. I represent the AFL-CIO and the interest of workers on this committee as chairman of the service sector. The main goal of this committee is to protect American industry here, as well as fighting discrimination against U.S. industry abroad. American labor's goal in the committee is to protect the interests and jobs of American workers by keeping U.S. industry here and bringing back others that have left. The Labor Advisory Committee on Multilateral Trade Negotiations is not a cureall for the ills affecting the U.S. industrial system and job market: The committee is, though, one important and specific area in which the SIU and labor must participate to protect the jobs and job security of Seafarers and the American worker in general. The SIU participates on literally scores of committees like the Labor Ad­ visory Committee. Whenever the jobs of Seafarers and the health of the U.S. maritime industry, and for that matter, the jobs of any sector of the American labor force and its industries are threatened, it is the duty of the SIU and labor to become involved—and we do. . The SIU participates effectively in every area of the U.S. political scene not because politics is a pastime, but because to the American Seafarer, politics is a matter of survival. And without the Union's participation in the political arena, we could just about kiss our industry goodbye. In many of our own political fights, we receive the indispensable support of our brother unions in the AFL-CIO. Yet no matter how much help we might get on an issue affecting maritime, it is the SIU that has to spearhead the issue. This is where the individual Seafarer comes in. Without the con­ tinued support of our members, the SIU cannot carry on the vital political work of protecting the jobs of Seafarers. So what it really comes down to is that the Seafarer himself, by his support or non-support of the SIU's political programs, will ultimately decide whether the U.S. maritime industry will move ahead or founder and sink. It's some­ thing to think about as we move into the year 1976. Change of address cards on Form 3579 should be sent to Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO, 675 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11232. Published monthly except twice a month in July. Second Class nostage paid at Brooklyn, N. Y. Vol. XXXVII, No. 13, December 7.975. Page 2 Seafarers Log �3? - I •> ;i At House Hearings Blackwell Says Subsidy Hike 'May Be Necessary' Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Maritime Affairs Robert J. Blackwell told a congressional committee last month that "it is entirely possible" U.S. ship construction subsidies will have to be increased if the long range shipbuilding program is to be sustained. In testimony before the House Mer­ chant Marine Subcommittee, Blackwell noted that inflation, drops in foreign prices, and fluctuations in exchange rates, have all combined to widen the subsidizable gap between U.S. and for­ eign ship prices. He said "higher sub­ sidy rates may be necessary" to induce operators to build vessels in American shipyards. The Merchant Marine Subcommittee of the full House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee began holding oversight hearings earlier this year into all aspects of maritime promotional policies and programs. The subcom­ mittee has heard testimony from repre­ sentatives of all three segments of the maritime industry—government, man­ agement and labor. The present construction subsidy rate is approximately 35 percent of^the contract price, and has been gradually reduced over the past five years from a 1970 high of 55 percent. One of the goals of the Merchant Marine Act of 1970 was to strengthen the U.S. mer­ chant marine, but at the same time reduce its dependence on the Federal Government for subsidy funds. Blackwell told the Subcommittee, chaired by Rep. Thomas N. Downing (D.-Va.), that while the construction of liquified natural gas carriers (LNG) has gone well and the subsidy rate has consistently been under 25 percent, the subsidizable gap has widened where other type vessels are concerned. He estimated that a 43-45 percent rate would be required for an operator to build a bulk-carrier in the U.S., and 42-43 percent for a containership. Al­ though some tankers may be con­ structed for the Alaskan trade, due to the present over-abundance on the world market, no large-scale construc­ tion is forseen in the near future. The Commerce Department official, who also heads the Maritime Adminis­ tration (MARAD), also told Subcom­ mittee members that it was a shame that U.S. break-bulk vessels, able to carry outsized cargo, are fading out. "We're literally giving up this traffic to foreign flags," he stated. Blackwell reported that an industry government team is being formed "to develop a standard design for the next generation cargo liner." Eleven opera­ tors are joining in. MARAD already has eight basic standard types, includ­ ing LASH vessels and various sized transships and combination ore-bulkore (OBO) carriers. Hood Also Testifies Another witness providing testimony for the Subcommittee last month was Edwin M. Hood, president of the Ship­ builders Council of America. Hood also told the Subcommittee that an in­ crease in the subsidy rate might be de­ sirable, with possibly different amounts for various types of vessels. This is simi­ lar to the view expressed by Blackwell. Hood had some other specific sug­ gestions for the Subcommittee to con­ sider, among them: • Establishment of a national cargo policy, with precise objectives, to as­ sure continuity in the availability of a U.S.-flag merchant shipping fleet to meet defense and commercial needs. • Creation of a long-range program for expanding the U.S.-flag merchant fleet in all categories of ships to imple­ ment the national cargo policy so estab­ lished. • Determination of shipping re­ quirements (how many and what types of ships) needed to import a reasonable share of critical materials aboard U.S.flag, U.S.-built vessels. • Restoration of ship repair costs as a subsidizable item under new long-term subsidy contracts, a policy MARAD recently stopped in an econ­ omy move. Sullivan Urges Ford to Reconsider Cargo Preference The chairwoman of the House Mer­ chant Marine and Fisheries Committee, Representative Leonor K. Sullivan (D-Mo.), has written a letter to Presi- INDEX Legislative News Subsidy should be hiked . .Page 3 Washington Activities Page 8 User charges ;.Page 5" Union News Alcohol canter ..... .Supplemeht Edhey on committees Page 7 Break-in-service Page 8 President's Report Page 2 SPAD Honor Roll Back Page Norfolk meeting Page 4 Headquarters Notes Page 7 Genera/ News Privacy act Page 5 Subsidy question Page 3 Unemployment Page 2 Shipping agreement .i..,Page2 Bentley leaves PMC post . .Page 8 U.S. pension bill Pages 9-10 Shipping Ml Explorer Page 11 Dispatchers' Reports ... .Page 23 Manhattan Page 24 Ships' Committees .......Page 19 Ships' Digests ... , ^Page25 Training and Upgrading Upgrading class schedule, requirements & application Pages 30-31 Upgrade for job security Pages 28-29 Seafarers participate in bosuns recertification and 'A' seniority upgrading Pages 26-27 GED requirements and application ....... Page 31 Membership News New SlU pensioners .Pages 20-21 Final Departures .... Page 22 dent Ford urging him to reconsider his opposition to cargo preference laws for U.S.-flag tankers because without the assurance of cargoes, she warned, "we will be defaulting on a trust and ignor­ ing a situation with grave implications for our national security and com­ merce." Supreme Court to Rule on Government Cargo Subsidies A seven-year court battle between subsidized and non-subsidized U.S.flag shipping companies over Govern­ ment-generated cargo has reached the U.S. Supreme Court. The suit, brought by the Americaji Maritime Assn., seeks to block operat­ ing and construction subsidies when a subsidized liner operator hauls Gov­ ernment-generated cargo. The AMA charges that the "employment of the differential subsidies, intended to meet foreign-flag competition, [is being used] instead, as a fighting tool against Amer­ ican operators." The AMA bases its argument against the subsidy on the proposition that op­ erating subsidies were designed to help U.S.-flag carriers meet foreign-flag competition, and that laws requiring portions of Government-generated car­ goes—including foreign aid and mili­ tary freight—to be carried on U.S.-flag vessels were essentially designed to help non-subsidized carriers. "For the Government to pay both the cost differential subsidy and the compensatory freight rate" for its own cargo "is to pay a double subsidy," the trade association charges. The U.S. Maritime Subsidy Board has already refused the AMA's petition to have subsidized operators refund their .subsidy when hauling Govern­ ment cargo, but it did rule that a full operating subsidy could only be paid if at least 50 percent of gross freight receipts came from commercial cargo. Although the AMA has lost its pre­ vious lower court challenges, it expects a favorable ruling from the Supreme Court, noting that their petition raises questions which the highest U.S. court has never been asked to consider. Overseas Alice Is Cited . Cast Your Vote For SIU Officers . k: ^ ' The SlU-contracted Overseas Aiioe (Maritime Overseas) has been com­ mended by the Military Sealift Command for the "responsiveness ahd ex­ peditious manner" in which the vessel completed a transfer at sea operation with the USS Sacramento. A letter from the company to the captain of the Overseas Alice conveyed an "appreciative well done" from the MSG, and the letter stated that the maneuver "contributed significantly to ongoing Indian Ocean operations." December, 1975 Rep. Sullivan initiated an oil cargo preference bill last year which was passed by both the House and Senate but was eventually vetoed by President Ford because he felt the measure was "inflationary." (It was SIU support, through volun­ tary contributions to SPAD), that helped get the legislation passed in both Houses of Congress.) In her letter to the President, Rep. Sullivan pointed to the change in the U.S. employment situation and interna­ tional attitudes towards cargo prefer­ ence since Ford's pocket veto of the U.S. measure as reasons for drafting new legislation. Among the changes cited by Rep. Sullivan were: • The tightening control on petro­ leum transportation by members of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries through the institution of cargo preference policies for Saudi Arabian tankers. • The reduction in U.S.-tanker building and depletion of the fleet through aging. • The layup of nearly a million tons of U.S.-flag tankers which has resulted in the layoffs of thousands of American seamen. Continued on Page 29 Voting is presently being con­ ducted in 26 ports for the election of SIU, AGLIWD officers for the term 1976-1979. Seafarers may pick up their ballots and mailing envelopes from 9 a.m. until noon, Mondays through Saturdays, except on legal holidays, from Nov. 1 through Dec. 31,1975. For a detailed report on the election procedures, including ad­ dresses of the 26 ports, see the special supplement in the October Seafarers Log. All full hook members in good standing are urged to cast their vote in the election for officers of their Union. Pages '••I .f • H �Norfolk Seafarers Turn Ouf for Meeting SIU ships earmarked for carriage of grain to Russia, and new construction of deep-sea vessels by SIU companies were the main topics of discussion at last month's membership meeting in the port of Norfolk. More than 60 Sea­ farers turned out for the Norfolk meet­ ing which is held regularly on the first Thursday after the first Sunday of the month. Unlike most deep-sea ports which hold their meetings at 2:30 p.m., the Norfolk meeting is at 9:30 a.m. SIU representatives Steve Papuchis and Marvin Hauf, who conducted the meeting, reported that shipping in Nor­ folk had picked up considerably in October due to the crewing up of three ships—the ISathaniel Green, the Van­ After meeting adjourned, Recertified Bosun Alfred Sawyer was one of the Norfolk Sea­ farers who took the opportunity to vote for Union officers. Sawyer is shown entering voting booth. tage Defender and the Overseas Vivian. The Nathaniel Green, a mariner type vessel, was acquired recently by Waterman ifrom Pacific Far East Lines and is slated for a run to the Persian Gulf and the Far East. The Vantage Defender is running to the Persian Gidf to load oil, and the Overseas Seafarer Hooker G. Price signs attendance roster book before Norfolk meeting is con­ vened. The 41-year old Seafarer has three brothers who also sail with the SIU—Bill Price, 48; Linwood Price, 40, and William H. Price, 49. Vivian will provide jobs for Norfolk Seafarers in the carriage of American grain to Russia. After last month's Norfolk meeting, many of the Seafarers who attended participated in the democratic process of the Union by voting for their choice for Union officers. The SIU's elections will continue through Dec. 31, 1975. SIU Representatives Marvin Hauf, left, serving as reading clerk, and Steve Papuchis, chairman, conduct meeting at the SIU hiring hall in Norfolk. Some of the more than 60 Seafarers who turned out for the Norfolk meeting listen to updated reports on new construction and SIU ships carrying grain to Russia. Some Norfolk Seafarers take part in monthly membership meeting. Norfolk holds its meetings on the first Thursday after the first Sunday of the month. Page 4 Old shipmates and friends from the steward department get together for a chat before meeting is called to order. They are, from the left; William Grimes, chief cook; George Taylor, chief cook, and Sovandus Sessomes, third cook. Seafarers Log �+SlU Hits Coast Guard Action on Privacy The SIU has voiced its opposition to a recent attempt by the U.S. Coast Guard to Have all American seamen sign a "Privacy Act Statement" prior to signing articles, and as a prerequisite to being issued U.S. Merchant Marine Documents, Duplicate' Seamen's Pa­ pers or Continuous Discharge Books. The signed "Privacy Act Statement" gives the Coast Guard the right to re­ lease the identification and location of a U.S. seaman to the following groups or individuals: Federal, state and local law enforcement agencies for criminal or civil law enforcement purposes, steamship companies, labor uijions, seamen's authorized representatives, and seamen's next of kin. The Coast Guard can also release the information "whenever the disclosure of such infor­ mation would be in the best interests of the seaman or his family." In the past, the Coast Guard did not need the individual's permission to give out this kind of information, but under the "Right of Privacy Act of 1974," written agreement must be obtained from the individual before such per­ sonal information can legally be re­ leased. In the text of the "Privacy Act State­ ment" itself, the Coast Guard notes that signing is on a "voluntary" basis, "but non-disclosure will result in the nonissuance" of the needed seamen's docu­ ments. In other words, if you don't sign the "Privacy Act Statement," you can't get a job aboard an American flag ship. The SIU strongly opposes the Coast Guard's "voluntary on a compulsory basis" attitude in complying with the 1974 Right of Privacy Act. It is the SIU's position that the Coast Guard's actions on this Privacy Act issue are a threat to the job security of Seafarers. SIU Headquarters has wired its port agents to instruct SIU members not to sign these "statements" until further notification from Headquarters. The SIU is arranging a meeting with the Coast Guard to resolve this issue. West Coast Dispute Settled on PFEL Ship Sales A dispute over the sale of four Pacific Far East Line ships and a trade route to Farrell Lines, Inc. was resolved last month with PFEL agreeing to provide the Pension Fund of three SIUNAaffiliated West Coast Unions with pay­ ments and also compensate them for the loss of 120 jobs. Two of the West Coast Unions— the Marine Firemen's Union and the Sailors Union of the Pacific—had op­ posed the sale by PFEL to Farrell Lines as it would result in the loss of the jobs for their members. The Marine Cooks and Stewards Union had not opposed the sale. Both the Maritime Administration and the Maritime Subsidy Board sub­ sequently approved the sale however, and an agreement among all concerned parties was eventually reached. SIU President Paul Hall, in his ca­ pacity as International President, met last month with representatives from the three Pacific District Unions, of­ ficials of PFEL and representatives from the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) in an effort to resolve the dis­ pute. After lengthy meetings, a settlement was reached. It provides for a two-mil­ lion dollar payment to be made by PFEL to the Pension Fund of the three Pacific District Unions. It also calls for an additional payment by PFEL of two-million dollars more into escrow with a bank designated by the Pacific District Unions. The monies shall be disbursed as each union determines for its share of the amount. As part of the settlement, the MFU and SUP withdrew their opposition to the sale while it was pending before the Maritime Subsidy Board, and agreed not to appeal any determination of ap­ proval by the board. In turn, PFEL dropped a lawsuit it had begun against the sup, MFU and the Pacific District. Ford Asked Not to Impose User Charges Forty-two congressmen from the eight states bordering the Great Lakes have joined together to voice their bipartisan opposition to "user charges" on this na­ tion's 25,000-mile long network of in­ land waterways. Suggesting either tolls or higher fuel taxes, proposals to charge inland water carriers for the use of public waterways have been made by U.S. Transportation Secretary William Coleman and are be­ ing actively considered by the Ford Administration. Forming the Conference of Great Lakes Congressmen, the 42 representa­ tives drafted a letter to President Ford opposing the imposition of these user charges which they say could double the cost of waterbome transportation. The congressmens' letter warned that the charges would have "a jarring effect on the economy" because the canals, rivers and lakes which make up this "vital artery in our national transporta­ tion system" now comprise "the most cost-efficient link in our total transporta- SS Yellowstone Bock Pay Checks At Headquorters ^ Back pay checks for flie followihg ex-crewmeinbers of the SS Yellowstone (Rid Grande) are being held at Union Headquarters in Brooklyn, N.Y. Please write or call the Contract Department at Headquarters ahd^ give your hook number and Sociali Security number when inquiring about your check. The members are: Brewer, James Brown, Kenneth IP: Cowart, Evancelous Davis, Mark Henke, Albert Hubhel, Brian Minick, Herbert ' Osoilo, Frank Smith, George December, 1975 tion system—four mills per ton mile for water freight as compared to 18 mills per ton for freight moved on the next closest competitor." [A mill is a unit of monetary value equal to 1/1,000 U.S. dollar.] And, they pointed out, waterbome cargo uses one-third less energy per tonmile, helping to conserve our scarce energy supplies. Higher fuel taxes or user tolls would, the letter argued, "inevitably push up Safety Meeting on Mary mar costs" for all who utilize this transporta­ tion system and in the end "saddle the American family with the bill—the same American family which has al­ ready paid for the development of the nation's waterways with their ttixes." Asking that the Ford Administration not propose or support user charges, the Great Lakes representatives offered to work with the President in develop­ ing a comprehensive transportation pol­ icy which would not "heap any new burdens on the American family." Hall on National Committee Holding a safety meeting at sea on Nov. 21 aboard the C4 SS Marymar (Waterman) are (standing I. to r.): Oiler J. Dunn; Recertified Bosun Robert D. Schwarz; Deck Engineer E. H. Nordstrom: Chief Engineer G. W. Jenkins, and 1st Asst. Engineer R. J. Kremler. Kneeling (I. to r.) are: Messman J. A. Denais: Chief Steward E. Vieira: AB'T. Pennebaker: unidentified seaman in sun glasses, and Capt. Henry J. Maas. The master thanked the entire crew for their cooperation in having a year free of lost-time accidents by everyone pitching in and being safety-minded. The vessel laid-up in the port of Balti­ more on Nov. 26 following a coastwise run. TT Y!Uliamsburgh in Hotter dam In another matter related to the in­ land waterways, SIU President Paul Hall will serve on the National Com­ mittee on Locks and Dam No. 26, a group composed of representatives from labor unions, the towing industry, grain co-ops, coal producers and farm groups which will fight for the modernization of Locks and Dam No. 26 on the Mis­ sissippi River. Locks and Dam No. 26, located in Alton, 111., controls all water access to the upper Mississippi and the Great Lakes. Because of its age and small size, barge traffic must now wait from 24 to 36 hours to get through the outmoded locks, causing a bottleneck that is ham­ pering the movement of all goods in that area. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has proposed replacing the old facility which was built in 1938, but construc­ tion has been blocked by a joint suit filed by railroads and environmental groups. As a member of the National Com­ mittee on Locks and Dam No. 26, which was specifically formed to fight the lawsuit blocking reconstruction. Hall will be able to help protect the inland towing industry in that area and the jobs of members of the SIU's af­ filiated Inland Boatmen's Union who man many of the boats. Some of the SIU crew of the TT Williamsburgh (Westchester Marine) wait at dockside with their gear after alighting from the ship in the background in the port of Rotterdam recently. They're on the oil shuttle from the Persian Gulf. He will be joined on the National Committee by Herb Brand, the presi­ dent of the Washington-based Trans­ portation Institute, and high level exec­ utives from the towing industry and shippers' groups. Page 5 'i<] • j'l r �Maritime Unity Aids Progress Ad Hoc Committee Promotes industry Growth The coordinated efforts of maritime labor during the nearly two years since the AFL-CIO Ad Hoc Committee on Maritime Industry Problems was estab­ lished has resulted in a number of tangible accomplishments, and has demonstrated that a unity of purpose among seafaring unions can promote growth and stability in the industry, and jobs and job security for all. This was the intention when AFLCIO President George Meany activated the Committee in April 1974 and, as we approach 1976, it would be useful to review the progress that has been made and to look ahead to some of the challenges that face our industry. The importance of this Committee was emphasized at the outset when President Meany appointed John Dunlop—one of the most respected and knowledgable mediators in American The SlU-contracted Montpelier Victory is shown at the dock in Houston, Tex. labor, and now the U.S. Secretary of where she was preparing to load grain bound for Russia. The vessel was one Labor—to coordinate the activities of of six SIU ships that came out of lay-up as a result of the recent grain deal. the Committee with direct communica­ tion to Meany and AFL-CIO Secretary members of all seafaring unions, the resentation on various subcommittees Treasurer Lane Kirkland. of Intergovernmental Maritime Con­ combined effort of maritime unions to How actively it has functioned is evi­ secure cargos for U.S.-flag ships under sultative Organization (IMCO). Im­ denced by the 12 formal meetings the the U.S.-Soviet Union grain deal ranks portant areas of concern which are Committee has had and the more than as one of the most significant accom­ being dealt with in these meetings are 25 special subcommittee meetings that plishments of the AFL-CIO Ad Hoc manning requirements, ship design, have been called to deal with specific Committee on Maritime Industry Prob­ safety, standards of training, communi­ problem areas. How effectively the lems. The agreement to insure a fair cations and navigation. Committee has functioned is evidenced share of cargo for American-flag ships The importance of the participation both by the visible achievements which and the adjustment of freight rates to of American maritime labor in this in­ have been recprded and the spirit of permit NMU and SIU contracted opera­ ternational arena is to insure that the cooperation which is bringing a new tors to carry this cargo were the direct high standards of the American mari­ unity of purpose to maritime labor and result of the unified efforts of all mari­ time industry do not place it at an eco­ a stability to the industry. time unions. nomic disadvanatge in the world mar­ Since the Ad Hoc Committee was While the trade agreement was being ket. Again, all maritime unions are established, four permanent subcom­ negotiated at State Department level, participating in this area through the mittees have been actively working to­ the Ad Hoc Committee—with all mem­ unity of the Committee. ward solutions of problems in specific ber unions attending—met in Chicago Jones Act Protection areas of concern to maritime labor— July 29 and again in Washington on One of the major challenges which Coast Guard regulations; maritime Aug. 18 to develop a unified position has faced the maritime industry in re­ training; Federal maritime policy, and demanding that American ships and cent years is the battle to preserve intact legislation. Six meetings between the American seamen be employed to move the Jones Act, which has protected NMU and the SIU have been held to the grain. These efforts led directly to American coastwise shipping for more explore a merger of the two unlicensed meetings at the White House level— unions. Other meetings have been held again with all maritime unions partici­ than 50 years. Repeated attempts to se­ cure waivers of the Jones Act under to coordinate activities with interna­ pating—which resulted in a favorable the 1950 emergency wartime measure tional organizations. agreement on grain sales and shipment. have been made. Maritime unions— Tangible Goals Achieved Education & Training through the Ad Hoc Committee—were In all of these areas, tangible goals The Maritime Training subcommit­ successful in defeating a large-scale ef­ have been achieved. In the area of tee is developing programs and recom­ fort by major oil interests to secure a merger, the SIU voluntarily withdrew mendations to coordinate training re­ waiver from the Treasury Department sanctions it had against the NMU to quirements of the Coast Guard and the which would have permitted Phillipsallow the NMU to have full rights to programs of the various unions. The Marathon to use foreign-flag LNG's to bring jurisdictional grievances to the efforts of this subcommittee have pro­ carry liquefied gas from its Kenai, AFL-CIO under Article XX. This act duced a comprehensive firefighting Alaska facility to the East Coast. by the SIU cleared the decks for further manual and training proposal which is Continuing efforts of the Ad Hoc merger talks and cooperation toward now being prepared as a Congressional Committee are aimed at ending the ex­ achieving common objectives. bill. clusion of the Virgin Islands from the In three important instances, a unity provisions of the Jones Act, and ex­ International ASain of purpose between the NMU and the tending coverage to include offshore Working with the AFL-CIO Inter­ mining sites. SIU achieved tangible benefits for the national Affairs Department, the Ad unions and industry. A series of meet­ Mutual Aid Hoc Committee has participated in ings between the two unions early this Again, on a broadjer scale, the Ad meetings of the International Labor Or­ year resulted in defining collective bar­ ganization (ILO), and has secured rep­ Hoc Committee on Maritime Industry gaining issues which resulted in success­ ful negotiations by both unions in their 1975 contracts, and fostered a new stability in the maritime industry. Composed of chief executives of and importers of the reliability and high Other cooperative efforts between U.S.-flag carriers, maritime union rep­ quality of the U.S. maritime industry the NMU and the SIU resulted in re­ resentatives, shipbuilders and govern­ by successfully serving as a vehicle for versing an order by the Military Seament officials, the National Maritime encouraging stable labor-management lift Command which had suspended Council was founded in 1971 to foster relations and by sponsoring a program dues checkoff for both unions, and cooperation between labor, manage­ of advertising and public relations to killed an effort by the Bureau of Fish­ ment and government in a effort to de­ convince shippers of the advantages of eries which would bave taken commer­ velop and promote a strong, competi­ using U.S. vessels. cial fishermen out from under the pro­ tive merchant marine which would In just the last year alone, 41 ship­ tection of the Jones Act. attract American shippers back to U.S.- pers notified the NMC that, because of Grain Agreement Means flag ships. the Council's shipping programs, they Jobs and Job Security In the past four years, the NMC has have increased their use of U.S,-flag In terms of jobsi and job security for been able to assure many U.S. exporters vessels, resulting in $38,073,314 in Problems has assisted other AFL-CIO afliliates to further trade union objec­ tives. The Committee member unions worked together to assist the Steelworkers and help them win their strike against DOW Chemical in Midland, Mich., by tying up barges bringing chemical supplies to the plant. The sixmonth old strike ended within a month after the rAaritime unions gave their support. In another instance, legal counsel from all Ad Hoc Committee member unions coordinated efforts with the Oil, Chemical & Atomic Work­ ers in an important "Right To Work" case in which the OCAW was involved in Texas. Legislative Unity The Legislative subcommittee of the Ad Hoc Committee meets on a con­ tinuing basis to coordinate activities in monitoring legislation affecting the in­ dustry. The successful legislative cam­ paign which resulted in Congressional approval of the Energy Transportation Security Act of 1974 was a result of the united efforts of maritime unions through the Committee. Continued co­ operation in this area is essential to promoting the growth of the maritime industry. * * * The scope of the concerns and ac­ tivities of the Ad Hoe Committee on Maritime industry problems cover the broad range of interests which are com­ mon to all participating organizations— from the bread-and-butter issue of se­ curing cargo for American ships to the larger issue of establishing stability in maritime in order to promote the growth and health of the industry. - There is a commitment to unity and there is tangible evidence that unity exists in many important areas. What has been accomplished within the framework of the Maritime Committee in the 20 months it has functioned is real. The foundation that is being laid for further progress is solid. In an introductory report to the Ad Hoc Committee on Maritime Industry Problems in April, 1974, SIU President Paul Hall said: "We face a multiplicity of challenges, not only in improving our dealings with each other, but on a larger scale-—in our joint efforts to revitalize our indus­ try." Much has been accomplished through the efforts of the Committee in the past 20 months toward meeting these chal­ lenges. There is much yet to be done. The important thing is that the Ad Hoc Committee is functioning—and that maritime labor is working together toward common goals. The challenge before us is to continue to work toward common objectives in a spirit of mutual: trust and understanding. NMC Fosters Unity and Strong Fleet Page 6 ocean freight going to U.S. operators that would have been paid to foreign interests. And the NMC, pointing to the 5,000 shippers reached through its programs during 1975, says that this only repre­ sents a small portion of the cargo shifted to U.S.-flag vessels as most ship­ pers are reluctant to provide specific data. According to the NMC's annual reContiniied on Page 29 Seafarers Log �+ Headquarters Notes by SIU Vice President Frank Drozak As the new year approaches, we in the maritime industry, and indeed the entire labor movement, must prepare for a very politically active year. Next year, this country elects a president; also the entire House of Representatives and one-third of the Senate is up for re-election. Today, perhaps at more than any other time in our history, the political events occurring in Washington have a profound effect on all aspects of our industry. This is why all of us must participate in the political arena; the en­ actment of legislation favorable to maritime will determine whether this country has a viable merchant marine in the years ahead. Over the next few years the politicians wc elect will decide many important issues affecting maritime. Upcoming sessions of Congress will be considering legislation such as a bill to curb third-flag rate cutting; a bill to include the Virgin Islands in the provisions of the Jones Act; a bill to establish a cargo preference policy for U.S.-flag ships, and many others. Some of these bills are already pending before the Congress. Senator Daniel Inouye's (D-Hawaii) Non-National Carrier Bill, designed to make third-flag rates competitive, and a bill introduced by Sen. J. Bennett Johnston, Jr. (D.-La.) which would close the Virgin Islands "loophole" in the Jones Act, are two examples of legislation which we in the maritime industry must fight to get enacted. Other bills, such as cargo preference, have come before the Congress in the past, but despite strong victories in both the House and Senate, that particular bill was vetoed by the President. But, because we have met some resistance in our fight to obtain passage of favorable maritime laws, this does not mean we should relax our efforts or give up the fight entirely. On the contrary, we must strengthen our efforts because our opposition is constantly increasing theirs. Many U.S. corporations, particularly the giant multinational oil companies, have fought these different bills because if they become law many of the enormous profits these companies now enjoy, often at the expense of the American consumers and taxpayers, would be severely curtailed. So, it is clear that the future of the American merchant marine to a large extent, is in the hands of the men who work in our nation's capital. And, next year we may be electing a whole new group of legislators who will be in office in some cases until the next decade. We already have many friends in the Congress, men and women who have been very instrumental in helping those of us in maritime in any way they can. We in turn have helped them in their campaigns through our SPAD fund. But, in order for us to continue helping those who are our friends, and also to elect more legislators who are favorable to our interests, we must continue to receive the strong support of the membership through contributions to SPAD. By voluntarily donating to SPAD each and every one of us helps insure our future in this industry. This is the only way; it is the only ballgame in town. Next year's elections could be very crucial, for those men who are elected will decide our fate over the next few years. It is imperative, through continued support of SPAD, that we do our best to elect men who realize the importance of a strong, viable U.S. merchant marine. FIREFIGHTING Once again I would like to remind all Seafarers who do not already hold a firefighting certificate how vital it is to obtain one as soon as possible. I can­ not stress too strongly the importance of the two-day course which is offered at Piney Point and at the jointly sponsored MSC-MARAD firefighting school in Earle, N. J. There will come a time when a seaman who does not have a firefighting certificate will not be able to ship out; and with the construction of new, technologically-advanced vessels that time is not in the too distant future. Upcoming dates for the course are Jan. 9, 16, 20 and 23. 'A' SENIORITY UPGRADING PROGRAM Six more Seafarers completed the SIU's 'A' Seniority Upgrading Program this month and have joined the ranks of the Union's full 'A' book members. I would like to congratulate all of them. As a result of participating in this program, these men rejoin their ships as more knowledgeable, better trained, more responsible union members. The continuation of this important program insures the job security of us all in the years ahead. BOSUNS RECERTIFICATION PROGRAM Eleven more Seafarers completed the Union's Bosuns Recertification Pro­ gram this month, and are now ready to resume shipping, fully qualified to lead our crews aboard SlU-contracted vessels. I wish to congratulate these men, too. This two-month program, one of the most successful the SIU has ever undertaken, is preparing our membership for the future. The bosuns who have participated in this program have learned much about their Union and the state of the entire maritime industry. With the knowledge they have obtained they have been able to assume leadership on our contracted vessels, settling beefs, answering questions and in general making for smoother voyages. In order for our Union to be success­ ful, our membership must be kept abreast of the constant changes and prob­ lems we face. Thanks to the recertified bosuns that job is being accomplished. Edney Named to Los Angeles Economic^ Beach Advisory Units Steve Edney, president of the 9,000member SIUNA-affiliated United Can­ nery and Industrial Workers of the Pacific, Los Angeles and Vicinity Dis­ trict, was appointed last month to two important committees in the City of Los Angeles, and he represents the only voice of organized labor on both of them. Los Angeles Mayor Thomas Bradley named Edney to the newly created City Economic Advisory Board, where he was elected vice chairman at its first meeting. This committee, set up at the request of the Los Angeles City Coun­ cil, is mads up of a large number of business and banking representatives. Its job is to work to retain businesses in the city as well as to attract new concerns to provide more jobs for Los Angeles residents. The City Council recognized the need for such a committee during the unsuccessful fight earlier this year to keep the Van Camp Cannery, which employed 1,100 people, from moving out of the city to avoid paying union wages and benefits to its members. Quarterly Financial Committee However through the work of the City Council, the Federal Government may extend subsidies to the city's two re­ maining canneries for meaningful ex­ pansion. If this comes about, which at this time seems likely, the 1,100 work­ ers laid off by the defection of Van Camp will get their jobs back at the expanded facilities. Also at this time. Bumble Bee is reported to be seriously looking at the possibility of opening a plant in Los Angeles which will provide even more jobs for cannery workers there. Edney said that his main concern on the Advisory Board will be to "keep jobs in Los Angeles." In addition to the Economic Advi­ sory Board, Edney was named to the County of Los Angeles Beach Advisory Committee, which was set up in 1971 to advise the city and county on all matters concerning surrounding beaches and coastal areas. Edney said the committee's jurisdic­ tion will cover beach access, marine biology and engineering, pollution, tideland law, landscape design, sport fish­ ing, surfing, swimming, scuba diving, small craft, transportation, parking and sanitary facilities. Edney has been an official of the United Cannery Workers since 1954 as health and welfare administrator; 1955 as business agent; 1957 as vice presi­ dent and president since 1965. The Cannery Workers Union, which has more than doubled its membership in the last 10 years, has offices in Los Angeles, San Diego, Monterey and Ponce, Puerto Rico. The union will soon be expanding its membership again due to a certification election victory at a cannery in Ameri­ can Samoa covering 650 workers. The union is expecting final certification from the National Labor Relations Board this month. Opfieal Benefit Recertified Bosun Frank Teti (center rear) SIU Financial Committee chairman, goes over the computations of committee member Harold D. Strauss (standing left rear) as Seafarer John Sweeney (rear right) looks on. The other three members of the committee checking the Union's financial transactions are (1. to r.): Seafarers Carroll Patrick Dwyer; George Harrison, and Tom Maley. December, 1975 The Board of Trustees of the Sea­ farers Welfare and Pension Plan has accepted a revision in the optical benefit. Effective Jan. 1, 1976 Seafarers meeting the basic eligibility require­ ments and their dependents need no longer patronize a contracted opti­ cian in order to receive the optical benefit of up to $30 every two years Change for an eye examination and a pair of glasses. Under the revised provision, eligi­ ble Seafarers may go to any optician and must submit the pa'd bill, along with the SIU claim form to the Plan office. The Plan will then directly reimburse each man up to $30 for each eligible claim. Page 7 �Washington Activities By B. Rocker Maritime Authorization On Nov. 13, President Ford signed S. 1542, to authorize funds for mari­ time programs for fiscal year 1976. New authorizations must be passed each year for construction and operat­ ing subsidies, as well as Title XI guarantees. Seafreeze Atlantic H. R. 5197, to authorize temporary employment of foreign fishermen on the vessel Seafreeze A tlantic, was favorably reported out of the Senate Com­ merce Committee Oct. 30 and passed the full Senate by voice vote on Dec. 1. The bill had passed the House on June 16. H. R. 5197 will allow this large, modern U.S. fishing trawler to re-enter fishing service off the U.S. East Coast and will initially employ 20 U.S. seamen. It will eventually employ at least that number of fishermen. The bill awaits the President's signature. Merchant Marine Academies Hearings were held in the House Merchant Marine Subcommittee on Oct. 30 on three bills which would increase subsistence payments from $500 to $1200 per year for students at state maritime academies. Testifying for the Maritime Administration, and therefore for the Admin­ istration position, MarAd's General Counsel, Reading Van Doren, opposed the increase because it is not in keeping with current Federal budget restraint. Bentley Leaves FMC Post After Six Years as Chairman Helen Delich Bentley formally com­ pleted her term as chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission last • month after serving six years—longer than any other woman who has ever headed a government agency. Earlier this year Mrs. Bentley had asked Presi­ dent Ford not to reappoint her to another six-year term, but agreed to stay on until her replacement took office. Mrs. Bentley's successor is Karl E. Bakke, who is a former general counsel of the Commerce Department. He was confirmed by the U.S. Senate last month. During her tenure on the Commis­ sion, Mrs. Bentley was a very active chairman. She simplified and hastened procedures and proceedings covering the regulations of carriers and forward­ ers, and Nonvessel Operating Common Carriers (NVOCC's) in the foreign and domestic offshore trades. In addition, she dealt aggressively with shipping problems, both foreign and domestic, in very direct fashion. Although she was known to have per- .sonal views very favorable to U.S.-tlag shipping prior to her appointment, her chairmanship was marked by a stringent desire to be reasonable and fair to for­ eign shipping concerns while at the same time upholding U.S. maritime interests. Upon leaving her post last month, Mrs. Bentley sent a letter to SlU Presi­ dent Paul Hall expressing some of her thoughts after six years in office. The letter read: "As I prepare to depart from the Chairmanship of the Federal Maritime Commission, 1 want to take this oppor­ tunity to thank you for your assistance in making mine a successful six years. It has been an interesting and reward­ ing experience. "I am thankful to have had this op­ portunity to serve my country and the maritime industry, and to have been associated with so many fine people. A large part of my reward has been the chance to work with individuals such as yourself, and I hope we will have the opportunity to work together again in the future." California Visitors at Hdqs. Alaska Gas Pipeline Two routes are being considered for the Alaska Gas Pipeline: one is an overland Canadian route; the second is an all-Alaska route and would use LNG tankers to haul the gas from Alaska to California. Senator Gravel has introduced a bill, S. 2510, to require the Federal Power Commission, Department of Interior, and other agencies involved to render a decision by June 30, 1976. The Gravel bill would substitute Congressional review for judicial review, and would provide that a decision becomes effective 60 days after it is sent to Congress, unless both houses enact a disapproval resolution. Judicial re­ view could cause considerable delay. The all-Alaska route will provide more jobs for seamen and more U.S. control over energy supplies. Outer Continental Shelf The House Ad Hoc Committee on the Outer Continental Shelf continued hearings on H.R. 6218 on Nov. 20 to establish policy for management of the outer continental shelf. Rep. Murphy-(D-N.Y.) is the chairman of the Com­ mittee. One of the issues which the Committee investigated was offshore safety regulations, particularly diving operations at offshore platforms. OU Spills Two bills have been introduced in the House to impose heavy penalties against oil spillers. H. R. 9294 limits liability to $150 per ton or $20 million, whichever is less. The second, H. R. 10363, sets no limit, but would require a spiller to pay full clean-up costs. The bills have been referred to the Mer­ chant Marine and Fisheries Committee. To Protect Your Job Security in the Fight for Fauorable Legislation Seafarers are urged to contribute to SPAD. It is the way to have your voice heard and to keep your union effective in the fight for legislation to protect the security of every Seafarer and his family. Page 8 After the September membership meeting at Headquarters, Carl Church, secretary-treasurer of the International Union of Petroleum and Industrial' Workers of Bakersfield, Calif., and spouse (center) visit with SlU President Paul Hall (left) and the Union's Secretary-Treasurer Joseph DiGiorgio. Church visited the N.Y. Union Hall to observe the SlU's Headquarters' operations. HowBreak-ln-Service AHecfs Pensions The "Break-in-Service" Rule under eligibility in the Seafarers Pen­ sion Plan stipulates that "Effective Jan. 1, 1968, any person who does not have at least 90 days of covered employment with contributing em­ ployers in one of three consecutive calendar years shall receive no credit for covered employment days cred­ ited to him for the period prior to such break-in-service, and shall earn and he credited with service com­ puted only from the period immedi­ ately subsequent to such break-inservice. "Exceptions to the foregoing rule shall be made only with respect to periods of absence from covered em­ ployment due to the following rea­ sons: • Military service of the United States in time of war or emergency or pursuant to a na­ tional conscription law, pro­ vided the employe makes him­ self available for covered em­ ployment within 120 days after discharge or separation, or 120 days after recovery from a dis­ ability continuing after his dis­ charge or separation from mili­ tary service, but excluding periods of voluntary reenlistment not affected during, na­ tional emergency or time of war. i ^ Disability for the period \ for which disability or hospital ! benefits were paid under the Seafarers Welfare Plan, to the extent of one-half of an appli­ cant's actual seatime, but not in excess of one-third of the total requirement, or in cases of dis­ ability occurring prior to crea­ tion of the Sickness and Acci­ dent Benefit hereunder, such disability as the Trustees find rendered the employe 'unfit for duty*. • Available for employment with signatory employers, to be determined solely by the Trust­ ees, with a proviso that con- ; tinned membership in the Union to be prima facie evidence and ' 8 presumption of such eligi­ bility. "These exceptions shall apply only if the employe has or had credit for service prior to the period of absence. "The foregoing is applicable only to break-in-service on and after Jan. 1, 1968 without retroactive applica-: tion." Seafarers Log (5^01 ,19Clm9.:)fV(v a �+ Analysis of United States Pension Legislation How the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 Affects Seafarers m The following report on the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) of 1974, sometimes referred to as the Pension Reform Bill, highlights certain points of the law in which the individual Seafarer may be most interested. Prepared for the SIU by its legal department, the report deals with areas such as "participation" and "vesting", and explains terms such as "break in service" and "accrual". We urge each Seafarer to read this article carefully and to cut this page out of the Log and keep it for future reference. There are four concepts under ERISA which are important to understand in order to determine your right to benefits under the Seafarers Pension Plan. These four concepts are: 1) Participation, 2) Vesting, 3) Accrual, and 4) Joint and Survivor (Husband-Wife) Bene­ fits. All of these concepts will be explained in the fol­ lowing pages, and this explanation will hopefully settle many unanswered questions. It is important to remember that the provisions of ERISA which contain the new requirements on participation, vesting, accrual and joint and survivor (husband-wife) benefits will not be effective in the Seafarers Pension Plan until May 1, 1976. In ad­ dition, since the Seafarers Pension Plan, except on the question of vesting, has not been amended to meet the requirement of ERISA, much of the follow­ ing discussion will explain only the basic require­ ments of ERISA. As the Trustees adopt regulations in the coming months, additional articles similar to this one will be published. It is important to remeniber that what follows is basically a description of general concepts and not adopted rules. Before discussing any of these four specific concepts, it will be helpful to understand what is defined under the law as a "year of service", and a "break in service". 'YEAR OF SERVICE' In the maritime industry a "year of service" for the purpose of determining Participant status and for the purpose of determining whether an employee has vested rights is 125 days in a 12 consecutive month period. While a Plan may give credit for a "year of service" for less than 125 days, it may not require more. If an employee is paid on an hourly basis rather than on a daily basis, a year of service will be measured by 1,000 hours in a 12 consecutive month period rather than 125 days. December, 1975 Whether the 125 day, or 1,000 hour rule is ap­ plied, only actual employment must be credited. Time during which an employee receives any form of disability benefits need not be counted in deter­ mining whether an employee has a year of service. However, a Plan is free to count such time if its rules so provide. 'BREAK IN SERVICE' A "break in service" occurs if an employee ac­ cumulates less than 62V^ days of service (or 500 hours if he is paid on an hourly basis) in any year. These figures are maximums. That is, a Plan may establish a rule that some amount less than 62V2 days or 500 hours will be sufficient to avoid a break, but it may not establish a rule which requires more than 62V2 days or 500 hours to avoid a break in service. However, in determining whether an employee has 62Vi days or 500 hours, time during which an employee receives disability benefits must be credited in addition to actual time worked. Thus, time (such as disability) must be counted to deter­ mine whether an employee has enough service to avoid a "break in service", but such time need not be counted to determine if he has enough service for a "year of service" for participation and vesting purposes. PARTICIPATION Participation, and an employee's status as a Par­ ticipant, is important primarily because it entitles the employee to receive certain information about the Plan and about his own right to benefits. Speci­ fically, Participants have the right to receive. 1) A booklet describing the rules and regula­ tions of the Plan; 2) An annual report of the financial status of the Plan; and 3) An annual statement of his current right to benefits, including information on vesting and accrual. Under the law, a Plan need not automatically grant Participant status to an employee of a company making contributions to the Plan. A Plan may re­ quire that an employee meet certain eligibility re­ quirements prior to becoming a Participant, and it may also establish rules by which an employee will lose his status as a Participant if he does not have enough employment in any year. Establishing Participant Status As a maximum, the Plan may establish a rule under which an employee is not eligible to become a Participant until the later of: 1) The date on which he reaches age 25, or 2) The anniversary of the date he began em­ ployment with a contributing employer pro­ vided he completes a year of service; that is, 125 days or 1,000 hours, in that one-year period. If he fails to complete 125 days or 1,000 hours, he may be denied Participant status until the end of the first Plan year following his date of hire during which he completes a year of service. Once an employee meets the eligibility require­ ments for participation, the law requires that he be­ come a Participant within 6 months. However, if an employee leaves employment in the industry within the 6-month waiting period, he can be required to satisfy the eligibility requirements all over again. In addition to the permissible rules described above, a Plan may exclude from participation al­ together anyone who first becomes employed by a signatory employer when he is within five years of normal retirement age. Once an employee has become a Participant, he will not necessarily remain a Participant. ERISA allows a Plan to take away an employee's status as a Participant if he has a "break in service" in any year. (As explained above, a break in service may occur if an employee has less than 62days or 500 (continued on next page) Page 9 �(continued from preceding page) hours in any year.) If an employee has a break in service and loses his Participant status, the Plan may require that the employee complete a "year of serv­ ice", (125 days or 1,000 hours) in order to requalify as a Participant. However, under no circumstances, can an employee with any vested rights lose his Par­ ticipant status. BENEFIT ACCRUAL benefit of $50.00, $125.00, or $250.00 necessarily mean that he has a legal right to receive that money? No. Even if a worker has accrued pension benefits, he is not legally entitled to receive those benefits un­ less they are Vested. When we speak of vested rights we mean a worker's legal right to receive his accrued pension benefit. ERISA provides several alternate vesting rules which a pension plan can adopt, and the Seafarers' Pension Plan Trustees have adopted the 10 year/100% rule, which will go into effect May 1, 1976. Under this rule a worker is 100% vested after 10 years of service, which means that he is legally en­ titled to 100%, or all of his accrued benefit. Ten years of service means 10 years with 125 or more days (or 1,000 or more hours). Thus, an employee who has completed 10 years of service and has accrued 50% of his normal Sea­ farers' Pension of $350.00, has an accrued pension benefit of $175.00, and he has a legal right to receive his accrued benefit even if he stops working in the industry, upon reaching normal retirement age. There are several rules concerning vesting which are important to understand in order to determine whether you have vested rights. One of these rules is the "break in service" rule. As explained above, a Plan may provide that if a worker has less than 62Vi days or 500 hours in any year, he has a break in service. We saw above in the section on Participa­ tion, that a one year break in service can result in a worker's losing his status as a Participant. For the purpose of determining whether you have vested rights, the rule is somewhat different. A break in service will result in a loss of credit for vesting pur­ poses only if the number of breaks in service equals the prior number of years of service. The term accrue means to earn or to accumulate. When we speak of accruing a pension benefit we mean earning or accumulating credit towards a pen­ sion. Under ERISA, every pension plan is required to establish rules which determine the rate of benefit accrual. The law provides several alternate ways to calculate a worker's accrued benefit and each is basically similar in requiring that the pension benefit accrual rate be roughly equal to the rate at which an employee accumulates the time necessary for his pension. For example, when a worker has completed one-half of the total time required for his pension, the law requires that he will have accrued approxi­ mately one-half of his pension. So, a worker's ac­ crued benefit is the dollar amount which he has accumulated based on the days or years of work he has actually performed. ERISA does not require that time for which a worker is paid but does not work, such as disability, must be counted to determine his accrued benefit. Also, ERISA does not require that a pension plan count the time worked during any year in which the worker does not complete a "year of service", (125 days or 1,000 hours). Therefore, if a worker com­ For example, suppose John Doe has the following pletes less than 125 days or 1,000 hours in any year, work history: all of his time in that year may. be disregarded in 1976 200 days of service " calculating his accrued benefit. Of course, a pension 1977 200 days of service plan is free to include such in determining his 1978 200 days of service accrued benefit if its rules so provide. 1979 100 days of service Finally, in determining a worker's accrued benefit, 1980 50 days of service completion of a "year of service", (125 days or 1,000 1981 50 days of service hours) does not necessarily mean that the worker 1982 50 days of service will have a full year for accrual purposes. A Plan 1983 200 days of service may provide that to be eligible for a pension a worker 1984 100 days of service must work 16 years, or 5,840 days. Under such a 1985 . 200 days of service Plan, a year for accrued purposes would equal 365 1986 50 days of service days, and not 125 days. Although, as noted above, 1987 200 days of service if a worker completes a "year of service" he must John has a year of service in 1976,1977 and 1978 receive some credit for accrual purposes. because he has more than 125 dSys in each of those years. So, at the beginning of 1979 he has 3 years of VESTING service. Let us assume that a pension plan requires 5,000 1979: With only 100 days of work, John gets no days of work to be eligible for a pension of $250.00 credit for a year of service because he has less than per month, and the rules state that the pension bene­ 125 days, but he does not incur a break in service fit will accrue on a daily basis. That is, each day as he has more than 62Vi days. So, 1979 does not worked equals 1/5,000th of the pension benefit. count for or against him in determining whether he After 1,000 days of work, Vs or 20% of the pension has accumulated 10 years of service for vesting benefit will have accrued, equalling $50.00; after purposes. 2,500 days, Vz ,or 50% of the pension benefit will 1980,1981 and 1982: In each of these years there have accrued, equalling $125.00; and after 5,000 is a break in service .because John has fewer than days, 100% of the pension benefit, equalling OlVz days of service. Because John has a number $250.00 will have accrued. of breaks, 3, equal to his prior years of service, also Does the fact that a worker has accrued a pension 3, he loses all credit for his prior service and so, at Page 10 . the beginning of 1983, he has no years of service for vesting purposes, nor does he have any accrued bene­ fit as his prior service was lost for all purposes. 1983: With 200 days, John has one year of service. 1984: With only 100 days, John does not have a year of service, but he does not have a break either. 1985: With 200 days, John has another year of service, his second. 1986: With 50 days of service, John has a break, but because he has two prior years, in 1983 and 1985, he does not lose any credit. , 1987: With 200 days, John has another year of service, his third. At this point, he has 3 years of service, and 750 days. Notice that although John does not get a year of service credit in 1984, and although he had a break in service in 1986, the Plan is free to count his days during those years for ac­ crual purposes, although under ERISA the Plan is not required to count the time. It should be emphasized that once you have vested rights, which you get by accumulating 10 years of service, you have ^ legally enforceable right to re­ ceive your accrued pension benefit, and breaks in service can never result in your losing those vested rights. Finally, having vested rights, however, does not mean that you can receive your accrued pension whenever you wish. Rather, you will receive your accrued pension benefit when you reach normal re­ tirement age, which under the present rules of the Seafarers' Pension Plan is 65. So, regardless of when you complete your 10 years of service, or when you leave the industry, you will not receive benefit pay­ ments until you reach age 65. JOINT AND SURVIVOR (HUSBAND-WIFE) ANNUITIES When a worker becomes eligible to receive a pen­ sion, ERISA requires that he be offered the option of receiving a regular pension payable monthly from his retirement until his death, or a Joint and Sur­ vivor Annuity. A Joint and Survivor Annuity or Husband-Wife Annuity, is a benefit which provides for benefit payments to the worker from the time of retirement until death, and then, if his wife is still alive at the time of his death, benefit payments to her until her death. Obviously, this type of Husband-Wife benefit is more expensive to pension plans than a regular pen­ sion which ends upon the death of the employee. To compensate for this, the law allows a Plan to reduce an employee's pension if he chooses a husband-wife benefit, and to further reduce the wife's benefit after the worker's death to one-half of what the worker received. These reductions must be based on reason­ able calculations estimating the life expectancy of the employee's spouse. These reductions must be cal­ culated on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the facts of each case. Therefore, it is impossible to put a general dollar value on the amount of a hus­ band-wife benefit. The law requires that when a worker becomes eligible for a pension (even if he plans to continue working), he must be notified of his right to elect between a regular or husband-wife benefit. This notice will contain exact dollar amounts of what each benefit will be, and each worker will have a reasonable amount of time to make his decision. If a worker is going to retire at normal retirement age or later, he will receive the husband-wife benefit automatically unless he specifically chooses a regular pension. But when a worker is eligible for an Early Normal Pension, he will automatically receive a reg­ ular pension upon retirement unless he specifically chooses the husband-wife benefit. In addition, a worker will have the right to change his mind and revoke an earlier decision if he does so before he actually begins receiving benefits. The law also allows a Plan to impose the following restrictions on the husband-wife benefit. First, the Plan does not have to pay the wife her benefit if she was not married to the worker throughout the oneyear period before his death. Also, a Plan need not pay the wife her benefit if the employee dies within two years after he elects a husband-wife benefit, and his death was not the result of an accident ocurring after he made the election. If a Plan wishes to adopt any of these restrictions, participants in the Plan will receive notice of these limitations not only in their summary description of the rules and regulations, but also at the time they must make their individual decision as to whether they want a regular or hus-, band-wife benefit. Seafarers Log �Mt. Explorer: 2000th Ship Thru Suez Canal Coming back from the Persian Gulf after calling on ports in India, Kuwait, Syria, Jidda in Saudia Arabia and Suez, the Mount Explorer (Cove Tankers) was boarded by Egyptian government officials as it entered the Suez Canal and was honored as the 2,000th ship to pass through the newly reopened waterway. Closed to shipping since the Six Day Arab-Israeli War in 1967, the canal was only cleared of wrecked ships and reopened last June. The Mount Explorer, a jumhoized T-5 tanker, then called on Port Said and Augusta, Sicily before headjng for the Gatex terminal in Carteret, N.J. with its cargo of naptha. With its naptha safely in the Gatex tanks, the Mount Explorer and its crew headed for Houston where they were scheduled to pick up a load of wheat and join 16 other SlU-contracted ships headed for Russia with the American grain. • ^ /! • r r -.r ^ ^ -I e> Jf" «< 1E> tti, /w «, ^ I .. ^ J.™. ;• J!,-., Mi , ^m p:j ' A-;'^ a rX' 4"e? „ ;:f f'iii, pj , ^m ^ r 3?' AB J. McLaren readies a cargo net to take on ship's stores at the Gatex Terminal in Carteret, N.J. Shown here cleaning up the Mount Explorer's engine room is Wiper Bill Lyons. Seafarer Stanley .Rowe (left) discusses his vacation benefit claim with SlU Representative Leo Bonser. December, 1975 . v Messman Raymond Ounce sets a table as he gets the crew's mess ready for lunch. Chief Steward Alfred Salem, who has sailed with the SlU for over 22 years, buys a SPAD ticket from Chief Cook Robert Forshee carves a roast he cooked for the lucky crew's lunch. SlU Patrolman Ted Babkowski. Page 11 �SS A/lounf Explorer The T5 SS ivlount Explorer (Cove Tankers) was the 2,000th vessel to transit the newly-opened Suez Canal recently as the Egyptian Navy marked the occa­ sion with celebrations at Port Said and the Egyptian Government presented the ship's skipper, Capt. F. P. Liberty and Seafarers with medallions in the central canal city of Ismailia in a second ceremony. On Oct. 25, the Mount Explorer left the Gulf to carry 23,000-tons of grain to a Russian Black Sea port of call. SS Yellowstone SS Transindiana The bulk carrier SS Yellowstone (Ogden Marine) sailed for the port of Haifa, For the next 10 months, the containership SS Transindiana (Hudson Water­ Israel late last month carrying 15,000-tons of soybeans. ways) will supply the U.S. Navy Base at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba under a $4-milOn her previous voyage, the ship's master, Capt. Jack Gordon commended lion Military Sealift Command contract. On Oct. 13 she was in the port of San AB Jose Sosa for saving the life of OS Frank M. Osorio by keeping him from Juan before returning to her home port of Norfolk. going overboard in a shipboard mishap which sent Osorio, Recertified Bosun Luis E. Guadamud and Chief Mate Robert Gray to the hospital in Durban, SS Delta Sud South Africa. The captain also praised the Seafarer crew for the way they han­ dled the situation. Delta Line added a new port of call to her South American run when the LASH AB William C. Steele was left in the hospital at Laurenco Marques. Radio SS Delta Sud called at the port of Puerto Cortes, Honduras recently. The ship Officer Richard D. Carter was buried at sea there with most of the crew present unloaded cargo from eight barges including 60,000 bags of flour from U.S. citizens on Oct. 1. to the hurricane-ravaged people of Honduras. SS Robert Toombs On Nov. 24 the C4 SS Robert Toombs (Waterman) sailed from the port of SS Sugar Islander New Orleans for Karachi, India carrying 5,000-tons of phosphate. The bulk carrier SS Sugar Islander (Pyramid) carried 24,000-tons of soybeans On her last voyage there Wiper James Aiken and .AB Howard Yaekel were to the port of Haifa, Israel recently. hospitalized in Calcutta. Brother H. Scheard of the steward department was hos­ pitalized in Colombo. SS Arecibo SS Alex Stephens Seafarers and officers of the containership SS Arecibo (Puerto Rico Marine) spread the tarpaulin recently to collect money for OS Jose R. Martino, whose baby daughter passed away while the vessel was in port in Puerto Rico. The crew also sent their sympathy to Mrs. Martino. SS Del Oro Seafarers sailing aboard the C3 SS Del Oro (Delta Line) recently to West Africa collected $122 for the family of 3rd Mate Patrick H. Southern who died on the ship in the port of Abidjan, Ivory Coast. Early next month the C4 SS Alex Stephens (Waterman) will haul 5,000-tons of phosphate fertilizer from the port of Tampa to the ports of Chittagong and Chalna, Bangladesh. SS Del Rio At a safety meeting on the C3 SS Del Rio (Delta Line) last month while at sea, members of the deck department reviewed the operation of ground tackle and procedures for dropping the anchor. Also, Bosun Arthur Campbell pointed out the fiuei points of the windlass to the Seafarer crew. SS Transcolumbia Oiler Ole E. Poulsen of the C4 SS Transcolumbia (Hudson Waterways) was hospitalized recently when the vessel dropped the hook in the port of Bangkok, Thailand. SS Delta Norte Recertified Bosun Jean Latapie of the LASH SS Delta Norte (Delta Line) led firefighting and lifeboat drill last month while the ship was on the South American run. Capt. J. W. Gunn demonstrated the use of the Line Throwing Rocket Gun to the crew as the Oxygen Breathing Apparatus was shown. Taking part in the safety demonstrations were AB's A. Ezell Jr., M. Reed and W, Pittmann; OS M. Evans; Electrician C. Hemby; QMED's F. Kraemer and A. Novak; Chief Steward. P. Lightell, and Messmen J. Zimmer and L. Sigler. SS Robert E. Lee Late next month the LASH vessel SS Robert E. Lee (Waterman) will carry 7,300-tons of phosphate fertilizer from the port of Tampa to the ports of Chittagong and Chalna, Bangladesh. ; ;;t,n uY • ui'jr'i,; • fJOTr!,! iTr' " -'I'-V ^AR\T\^^ / Seventy-one cents of every dollar spent in shipping on American-flag vessels remains in this country, making a very substantial contribution to the national balance of payments and to the nation's economy. Use U.S.-flag ships. It's good for the American maritime industry, the Ameri­ can shipper, and America. Out of Lay up^ the SIT Manhattan Sails on Grain Run to Russia SlU Patrolman Jack Caffey (left) holds shipboard meeting on the supertankers/7 Manhattan (Hudson Waterways) on Nov. 20 as the vessel came out of a near two-year layup at the Seatrain Shipyard facility in Brooklyn, N.Y. At right, are the Ship's Committee of (2nd right) Recertified Bosun James S. Gorman, ship's chairman, who was the ship's bosun before layup, and (I. to r.) Deck Delegate John Japper; Engine Delegate Edward Mastrianni, and Steward Dele­ gate Edward Collins. The next day the vessel sailed from the old Navy Yard to the Gulf to load 65,000-dwt of grain for delivery to Russia. Page 12 Seafarers Log �New Bedford, Mass. ASHORE Washington, D.C. Former head of the Federal Maritime Commission, Helen Delich Bentley, declared in a speech here recently that West Europe fears that Russia's expansion of its merchant marine and super landbridge across Siberia to carry cargo to Japan "could cripple free world transportation." She said they are also using barges on the Rhine and Rhone Rivers "carrying cargo from West Europe to Iran, moving it from Helsinki on the Baltic Sea via a short canal to the Volga River, then on to the Caspian Sea. "What's more, they are using the Trans-Siberian Railroad which traverses Siberia and Manchuria from ChelyaTjinsk in the Ural Mountains to Vladivostock, and which is over 4,000-miles long, as an important segment of their total transportation concept." • MARAD now has an up-to-date record of where every one of the 517 privatelyowned U.S. ships in the merchant fleet over 1,000 gross tons is located in the world's oceans. All ships—except those owned or chartered by the U.S. Military Sealift Com­ mand—will have to report through U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard commu­ nication facilities their arrivals and departures at all ports. Failure to comply brings a fine of $50 a day. The new system is called the "U.S. Flag Merchant Vessel Locator Filing System" and has been tested for 10 months. The U.S. Coast Guard says it has completed successful testing of an aerial pollution surveillance system of multisensors capable of detecting oil spills in all types of weather, day or night. The prototype Airborne Oil Surveillance System (AOSS) is able to detect map and document oil spills on the high seas despite darkness or cloud cover. The sunken whaleship; the SS Ansel Gibbs was to be recovered from her watery grave in Hudson Bay, Canada and sailed to her home port here next year in time for the U.S. bicentennial celebrations. The expedition, led by 46-year-old Alexander Byron for a fourth time hoped to wrest the three-masted whaling bark from her century-old resting place 'neath the Arctic ice. They intend to refit the ship. The Ansel Gibbs sank in 40-feet of the bay off aptly-named Marble Is. in 1872. In 1970, a team of Canadian skindivers came upon the vessel by chance. Byron's wife in Marion, Mass. read about the discovery in the local newspaper and told her husband. On the first expedition in the spring of 1973, Byron and his companions chiseled through 8-feet of ice to make their initial dive in wet suits to the hulk of the wreck. Surface temperature was minus 50 degrees and wind-chill factor was close to 100 below. Divers have found that the 19th Century bark is structurally sound since at construction she was saturated in whale oil and pickled in brine to preserve her wooden timbers. The waters off the windy, barren island, an eroded quartz site, also preserved the wreck because of a high silicone content. Byron said the full search would cost nearly $2-million provided by local, state and Canadian Government support. The Ansel Gibbs was named for a New Bedford youth who was killed serving in the militia in the War of 1812. Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Ex-MARAD chief, Andrew E. Gibson, in a speech recently here told dele­ gates to the U.S. Propeller Club Convention that the Soviet. Union had gone ahead of the U.S. in shipping because of its "carefully orchestrated planning of maritime policy." Gibson said the Administration's handling of maritime is "pluralistic" and lacks direction resulting in the failure to use our shipping correctly. He added that the Government should coordinate "our scattered maritime assets" under one roof establishing an executive level "office of maritime policy" to oversee the Navy, MARAD, Coast Guard and the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration. He urged the Federal Government "to gel out of tlie shipping business" saying the Military Sealift Command cargoes should be carried in commercial bottoms. Furthermore, he urged Federal support for cargo preference for American flagships. Deposit in the SlU Manaus on the Amazon This port almost 1,000 miles up the Amazon River in the heart of the Brazilian jungle was visited recently by the C3 SS Delta Argentina (Delta Line). It took her three days to traverse the distance from the Atlantic port of Belem at the river's mouth to the former rubber capital of the world which now boasts a population of 300,000. Guatemala Delta Line has formally protested to the Federal Maritime Commission on being deprived of cargo from here. Part of the protest said: "During the past two years Delta has had a number of meetings with Guatemala national flag lines and the officials of the government of Guatemala in an effort to work out an agreement that would allow Delta 'equal access' to all cargoes moving in the United States-Guatemala trade. All of these meetings have been unproductive." Blood Bank— It's Your Life New Seafarer Pays Bank Back Port Date Deep Sea 2:30 p.m. .. ... 5:00 p.m. .. . .. Jan. 5 .... Jan. 6 ..,,.... 2:30 p.m. ...... 5:00 p.m. .. ... ... 5:00 p.m. .. ... Jan. 7 .... 9:30 a.m. ...,.. 5:00 p.m. ..,... Jan. 8 — 2:30p.m. ... Jan.12 .... ... 2:30 p.m. ...,.. 5:00 p.m. ...... Houston 2:30 p.m. .. ,,.. 5:00 p.m. ...> • • New Orleans .'. .. Jan. 13 .... .. .5:00 p.m. . • • .. Jan. 14 .... Mobile — ... 2:30 p.m. ... .. Jan. 15 San Francisco . — ... Wilmington .. .. Jan. 19 .... — ... 2:30 p.m. ... Seattle Piney Point .. .. Jan. 10 .... ... 10:30 a.m. ... .. 10:30 a.m. ... .. — ... ...Jan. 8 ....... 2:30 p.m. ... San Juan 11 fYi ni16 Jan 17 ... .. 5:00 p.m. ... .. Jan. 13 .... Chicago .. 5:00 p.m. ... Port Arthur .. .. Jan. 13 .... Jan 14 •• T niiiQ Jan. 15 Cleveland .\.. .. Jan. 15 .... Jersey City ... .. Jan. 12 .... New York ... .. Philadelphia .. .. Baltimore .... .. Norfolk Jacksonville .. .. Detroit December, 1975 UIW IBU 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m. — ' — Blood don-:. Alan R. Gardner, 21, grips pint bottle of his blood he gave to the SlU Blood Bank at the Headquarters Medical Clinic recently. He said the donation was in appreciation for the blood -transfusion his mother received from the Union. Alan is the son of Seafarer Hobert Lee "Duke" Gardner and brother of Seafarers Duke Patrick and Kelly Carson Gardner. The new Seaarer graduated from Piney Point last March. His first voyage was to Ceylon. Page 13 �Oil Cargo Preference Bill Must Be Enacted It has been just one year since President Ford vetoed the oil cargo preference bill, temporarily spiking the U.S. maritime industry's bid for a fair share of our nation's cargo and a stable U.S.-flag tanker fleet. That single veto, coming on the heels of overwhelming approval of the measure by both the House of Representatives and the Senate, and coupled with a worldwide tanker slump had an immediate, devastating effect on our tanker fleet. Com­ pounded by a world-wide slump in the tanker market, U.S. shipyards had many orders for tankers can­ celled and work on tankers already under construction stopped as po­ tential buyers disappeared and a sub­ stantial portion of the U.S. fleet went into lay-up. President Ford's veto of the oil bill was viewed as a victory by many misled by the oil companies' wellfinanced campaign against the meas­ ure. However, the rapid decline of the U.S. maritime industry which followed and the proliferation of new cargo preference policies enacted by other countries seems to have con­ vinced many of our opponents of the necessity of cargo preference and strengthened the determination of our friends to insure that a portion of U.S. cargo is reserved for U.S.flag ships. As a result, new oil cargo prefer­ ence measures will be introduced in the next session of the House and Senate, and the entire concept of re­ served cargo for the U.S. merchant fleet has been receiving new support. In just the last few months cargo preference has received strong public support from such influential mem­ bers of Congress as Rep. Thomas Downing (D-Va.) who, speaking at the Annual Propeller Club Conven­ tion, called cargo preference the "realistic solution" to the problems of the U.S. merchant marine and vowed to lead the drive for new legis­ lation. And Rep. Leonor Sullivan CDMo.), chairwoman of the powerful House Merchant Marine and Fish­ eries Committee, has sent President Ford a letter asking him to reconsider his opposition to oil cargo preference in an effort to smooth the way for a new bill. Industry leaders have also been heard in the last few months calling for a reconsideration of our national maritime cargo policies. Edwin M. Hood, president of the Shipbuild.ers Council of America has testified in Congressional hearings that the Merchant Marine Act of 1970 must be backed by a national cargo preference program if it is to succeed in building a strong, viable U.S. fleet. As we ready ourselves for the next round in our fight to win a share of this country's oil cargo, it is reassur­ ing to know that our friends have not abandoned us and that many former opponents have reconsidered their opposition to the plan. But we cannot relax our efforts to Page 14 .V -,. l«rr.irr Launching a New Era make certain that this nation has a merchant fleet capable of meeting its energy needs. The enemies of the U.S. merchant marine have not dis­ appeared—the oil companies and their supporters are still vehemently opposed to any measure which might force them to submit to any type of public accountability—and the battle to keep U.S. tankers sailing will surely be an uphill one. We have many supporters and allies, both old and new, but it is the SIU, through your voluntary dona­ tions to SPAD, which will again have to provide the incentive and organ­ ization if we are to succeed in this important endeavor. The Staff of the Seafarers Log Wishes Its Readers Much Joy and Happiness for the Season's Holidays and All Good Things in the Coming Year MARIETTA HOMAYONPOUR Editor - in - Chief Voiuma XXXVII. Ng. 13 Dacambar 1975, SEAFABBBSI^tOO JAMES GANNON Managing Editor Official Publication of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO RAY BOURDIUS Assistant Editor Paul Hall, President JIM MELE Assistant Editor TONY NAPOLI Assistant Editor Executive Board Cal Tanner. Executive Vice-President Earl Shepard, Vice-President Joe DIQIorglo. Secretary-Treasurer ' Lindsay Williams, Vice-President Frank Drozak, Vice-President Paul Drozak, Vice-President Published monthly except twice a month in July by Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO 675'Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11232. Tel. 499-6600. Second class postage paid at Brooklyn, N.Y. •• BILL LUDDY Chief Photographer' FRANK CIANCIOTTI Associate Photographer 3- MARIE KOSCIUSKO Administrative Assistant i CHARLES SVENSON Washington Correspondent t', GEORGE J. VANA Production!Art Director 389 •-»V • I Seafarers Lo| ri'.i - �••SEAFA December, 1975 CHficial pabUcatlMi mi th« SKAPARKIIS INTBIINATIONAL UNION • Atlaatle, OoU, L«kM aad Inlaad Watan DIstriet* AFL-CIO One in Ten... Alcoholism Affects Millions Between 80 and 90 million Amer­ icans drink—and among these are 9 million alcoholics. That's the fact. One out of every ten Americans who drinks is an alcoholic. Another fact. About half of all alcoholics are presently working in business and industry. These facts are verified by surveys taken by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse & Alcoholism, the National Council on Alcoholism, the American Medical Association, the American Hospital Association, and the U.S. Department of Health, Edu­ cation & Welfare. Alcoholism causes workers to show up late for work or not at all^— or, worse, to show up and drink on the job. The alcoholic is six times more likely to get involved in an ac­ cident—he is a danger to himself and everyone around him. He causes pain and suffering, not only to himself, but to those who are closest to him—his family and friends. And he loses jobs. There Is a Way Out The disease of alcoholism is treat­ able. The alcoholic can recover and lead a useful and productive life. The problem is that alcoholism is a disease of denial and concealment. The alcoholic usually cannot admit to himself that he has a serious prob­ lem until he has lost all hope. ! Another problem is the lack of un­ derstanding of alcoholism on the part of supervisors and union officials. The tendency is to minimize the seriousness of the problem. We call them "performers" when in fact they are deeply troubled alcoholics. We cover for them, not realizing that we An understanding of the problems of alcoholism, and a helping hand, are provided by Seafarer counselors who are, themselves, recovered alcoholics. Recertified Bosun Jack Bowman—a member of the SlU for 27 years—offers special encouragement to Seafarers in his capacity as a staff counselor. He will be working at the Center for six months. Other Seafarers also serve as counselors at the SlU Rehabilitation Center to help chart the course to recovery. are only making their problem worse. Still another problem is the re­ luctance by some segments of the medical profession to recognize al­ coholism for what it is. Public Health Service Hospitals are notorious for their denial of the problem, and their lack of facilities and programs for re­ covery. Too many doctors still treat acute alcoholism as a case of hyper­ tension or "nerves"—and prescribe tranquilizers. But, there is a way out. More and more, industry and labor are'coming to recognize and understand the problem for what it is—a treatable disease that affects millions of Amer* ican workers. Programs are being in­ stituted to help the alcoholic worker help himself on the road to recovery. The SIU Alcoholic Rehabilitation Program has been developed to meet the needs of Seafarers who have seri­ ous drinking problems. It has been established because the SIU under­ stands that—like workers in every other industry—some Seafarers are alcoholics, and that unless treatment is made available to them, their dis­ ease could be fatal. The program is working. Seafarers are recovering. IWhLO Is the Alcoholic? Of die 9 million active alcoholics in the United States, less than 5 percent are the so-called ^skid row" alcoholics. Hie vast majority are men and women who are working and have fomilies. The alcoholic American comes from all walks of life. He is a doctor and a lawyer, a business executive and a housewife, an airline pilot and a merchant seaman. He is all colors, all races and he comes from all age groups. They all have this in common. Their drinking is seriously affecting flieir work, their relationship with their families and their lives. They have one other thing in common. Their disease—^alcoholism— is treatable. It can be arrested. They can recover and go on to lead pro­ ductive and happy lives. The SIU Alcohol Rehabilitation Center offers this hope to the Sea­ farer who has a serious drinking problem—your problem can be treated and you can recover. 66 We have a national commitment to a coordinated attack on problems related to the use of alcohol. NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON ALCOHOL ABUSE AND ALCOHOLISM There are some 80 million drinkers in the U.S., and of this num­ ber there are 5 million alcoholics, give or take a million. RUTGERS CENTER OF ALCOHOL STUDIES Individual counseling is provided to help the Seafarer better understand him­ self and to aid him in his recovery. Professional counselors have both ex­ perience and understanding in dealing with the problems of alcoholism. SIU Sponsors Seminar on Alcohol Problems Supplement Back Page SIU Opens Facilities for Alcohol Recovery Centerfold Alcoholism is a disease that is treatable through programs that are available today. AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION Alcoholism costs American business at least $8 billion annually. The cost is huge, whatever it is. The human costs are even more im­ portant, of course, and even more tremendous. NATIONAL COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM The social problems which seem to be the most pressing today are alcoholism, drug abuse and mental illness. PAUL HALL, PRESIDENT—SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION �^ '"j| .•.\i A 100-year-old farmhouse—comfortably nrfodernized and located on the rolling greens of the HLS Valley Lee Farm—houses the facilities of the SlU Alcohol Rehabilitation Center. • Coffee breaks provide an opportunity for Seafarers and counselors to relax and talk informally. Here, a Seafarer chats with Counselor Bill Hibbert (right), Seafarer Counseior Jack Bowman and Counselor Juanita Kirkwood. Comfortable living quarters are provided in the "bunkhouse" located next to the main farmhouse. SIU Alcohol Rehabilitation Center Mrovides Opportunity for Recovery opportunity to talk vrith others who die SHJ Center provides an ideal miIf the statistics are right—one out have the same problem—alcoholism vlronment for beginning the road to of every ten Seafarers who drink has — and they can Iram how others recovery. a serious problem. He is an alcoholic. have learned to recover from their There is'a professional staff ^ His drinking affects his job, his rela­ disease. They can see for themselves /trained and experienced in dealing tionship with his family, and his daily diat it is possible to live happy and with the problems of alcoholism living. productive lives without alcohol. who are on diity around-the<l(«ck to There is hope—a way out. The The SIU Center is available to all provide guidance and counselling. disease of. alcoholism is treatable, SIU members. All information con­ There are Seafarers who are, and the alcoholic can recover to lead themselvesj recovered ^coholics/ cerning any member at the Center is a useful and productive life. i kept strictly eohfldential. The wholeThe way put for Seafarers J$i:jprpr > pli..^l-time;Juty'to puipose of the proginm'is tolielp the' 'i" ment and understandingJLu vided at the iSIU Alcohol Rehabilitar Seafarer recover so that he can get There are other Seafarers who tion Center. hack to work and be a credit to himare at the Center beginning -their- rdi- ' Located on the 1000-acre farm "self, his family, his Union and his cQveiy—^to help each cither recover. across the river from the Harry Luncoiftmunity.: There is tiine for relaxation^iand deberg School in Southern Maryland, recr«ition TV, bo^, gtimes, swimming, and walking-^o rebuild / the mind. There are comfortable rooms and plenty of nourishing food to rebuild the body. Most npportant, Seafarers have aqf-^i t •ffl V 'K 1-^' t •ii • '• -. - f Si*. ; -V..- f,' V'V.V W-r- sr icy"': tion, and demonstrate that the problem directly affects as many as 10 million Americans. . , A - -r . Living quarters at the Center are comfortable and quiet. Ail of the facilities are designed to help Seafarers on the road to recovery—physically as well as emotionally. I 'M There's time for recreation and relaxation with other Seafarers and counselors. « Special Supplement I .L*- I ' Dining with other Seafarers and staff members is relaxed and informal—and provides a time for talking-out problems. Meals are prepared at the Lundeberg School galley. Administrative Assistant Juanita Kirkwood takes care of the records and also serves as a counselor. All records are strictly confidential, and are seen only by the staff at the Alcohol Rehabilitation Center. Meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held at the Center once each week in the main dining room, and attract AA members from the surrounding community. ' The meetings provide alcoholics with the opportunity to share their experience, strength and hope with each other so that they may all recover from alcoholism. December, 1975 r �"The Problem Drinker in Industry" SlU fo Host Seminar on Alcoholism For Union Officials and Members SIU officials and rank-and-file members elected from each port will take part in a weekend seminar on alcoholism Jan. 30-Feb. 1 at the Harry Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md. Prominent leaders in the development of alcohol rehabilitation programs will discuss the medical, psychological and social problems of alcoholism. The problems of the alcoholic worker will be examined by industry and labor representatives. SIU officiah and members attending the seminar will make recommendations for expanding and improving the present rehabilitation program, and will seek ways to encourage more Seafarers who have alcohol problems to begin their recovery through the SIU Alcohol Rehabilitation Program. SIU President Paul Hall will wrap up the conference with a full commitment that the SIU will continue to support and encourage an inditstry-wide program to help all members with alcohol problems to recover and become productive workers and useful members of their communities. Following is the agenda: THE PROBLEM DRINKER IN INDUSTRY January 30,31, and February 1,1976 Program January 30^— 8:00 P.M. 8:30 F.M. 10:00-10:30 10:30-11:30 11:30- 1:00 1:00- 2:00 2:002:303:306:00- Mike Sacco, Vice Presi­ dent, Harry Lundeberg School "The Other Guy" Welcome Film January 31— 8:30 A.M. 9:00-10:00 2:30 3:30 4:30 7:30 I. Kick Off The Who, What, and Why of Alcoholism— Medical Perspective Frank Drozak LeClaire Bissell, M.D, Smithers Alcoholism and Treatment Center, Roose­ velt Hosp., N.Y. Coffee Break Small Group Discussion Lunch Frank Huddleston, Industrial Perspective Program Director Hughes Aircraft Co. Coffee Break Small Group Tour Center Dinner Group meetings encourage Seafarers to help each other to better understand their problems. A strong feeling of unity is built as Seafarers talk about .their problems and offer each other hope and encouragement. 8:00- 9:00 Union Perspective 9:30-10:00 Small Group Discussion February 1— 8:30- 9:30 A.M. "Why Treatments?"— Psychological Aspects 9:30-10:00 10:00-10:30 10:30-11:30 Getting physically stronger is an important part of the recovery from alcohol addiction. Nourishing meals, p.^niy of exercise and relaxation, and regular medical checkups by RN Sue Shinkle help Seafarers along the road to recovery. j I n SIU Alcohol Rehabilitation Center I I am interested in attending a six-week program at the SIU AlcoI holic Rehabilitation Center. I understand that this will be kept strictly } confidential, and that no records or information about me will be kept j anywhere except at The Center. I ! Name Book No. Address ' (Street or RED) (City) Mail to: THE CENTER Star Route Box 153-A Valley Lee, Maryland 20692 (State) (Zip) Coffee Break Small Group Why Occupational Programs? 11:30-12:00 12:00-12:30 Small Group Summarization 12:30- 1:30 Lunch Departing Challenge John McManus, AFL-CIO Community Services '• G. Shulman, Ph.D. " Vice President, Chit Chat Farms, Pa. . Riley Regan, Director, Montgomery Co. Alcohol­ ism Education, Consultant to NIAAA Maxwell Weisman, M.D., Ph.D. Director, Division of Alcoholism Control State of Maryland Paul Hall Small Group Sessions will be led by the guest speakers and the HLS Center Staff. All guest speakers will stay during the entire seminar. Membership Support Needed Elections For Alcohol Seminar Special elections in all constitu­ tional ports will be held at 10:00 a.ni. Tuesday, Jan. 27, to select two rankand-file members from each port to attend the SIU seminar of alcohol­ ism. The seminar will take place Jan. 30-Feb. 1 in Piney Point, Md. It is strongly recommended that members seeking nomination for this conference have some experience or understanding of alcoholism, either through educational studies, church or social work, or AA. In announcing the seminar, SIU President Panl Hall said fiiat the suc­ cess of the Union's program will de­ pend upon haying knowledgable members and officials in all ports who can recognize a member with a serious alcohol problem, and who have the understanding to encourage that member to seek help. 'The program must have the full and complete support of all of us— members and officers—if it is to sue-' ceed," Hall said. "We've got to help each other. This has always been the SIU way." �The Committee Page Borinquen Committee Iberville Committee 1 Recertified Bosun Felix Aponte (left), ship's chairman of the SS Borinquen (Puerto Rico Marine), takes a photo with the Ship's Committee on Nov. 11 at a payoff in Port Elizabeth, N.J. The committee consists of (I. to r.): Chief Steward Jose Ross, secretary-reporter; Educational Director Jaime Pantoja; Deck Delegate Francisco Cornier; Steward Delegate Eduardo Lasso, and Engine Delegate W. Gonzalez. The ship is on the coastwise run to San Juan. Recertified Bosun Eugene W. Nicholson (rear right), ship's chairman of the C4 SS Iberville (Waterman), poses in the vessel's messroom, as the ship docked in the port of Baltimore, with the Ship's Committee of (I. to r.): Edward Haber, steward delegate; Chief Steward F. E. Smith, secretary-reporter; Edward Armstrong, educational director, and Morty Kerngood. deck delegate. The Iberville is on the run to Yokohama and other ports in the Far East. American Explorer Committee Elizabethport Committee Recertified Bosun Thomas J. Hilburn (standing left) ship's chairman of the SS American Explorer (Hudson Waterways) at a five-and-a-half month payoff on Dec. 4 in Newport, R.I. With him are the Ship's Committee of (I. to r. stand­ ing): departing Steward Delegate Scotty McCausland; Chief Steward Antonio Alfonso, secretary-reporter; new Steward Delegate J. Sullivan, and AB Al Lesschrager, deck delegate. At bottom, QMED Walter Sedez (left) signs his dues checkoff increase for Boston Port Agent Ed Riley. On Dec. 10, Recertified Bosun Vagn "Teddy" Nielsen (seated center) ship's chairman of the containership SS Elizabethport (Sea-Land), goes over a beef with SlU Patrolman Ted Babkowski (seated left) at a payoff in Port Elizabeth, N.J. Other members of the Ship's Committee are (I. to r.): Engine Delegate Jack Singletarg; Steward Delegate J. White; Chief Steward G. W. Gibbons, secretary-reporter, and (seated) Deck Delegate Frank Balasia. The ship is on the run to the Med. Samuel Chase Committee Allegiance Committee \ fi#-fit-:'»/•/: ' ^ .'i 5. ' Six The Ship's Committee of the SS Allegiance (Inter Ocean) gathered at a payoff on Dec. 8 in Stapleton Anchorage, S.I.. N.Y. They are (I. to r.): Deck Delegate Joe Ebbole; Bosun S. Grooms, ship's chairman; Chief Steward C. Hurlburt, secretary-reporter; Steward Delegate James J. Reeves, and Engine Delegate J. Hall. The vessel is on the coastwise run. December, 1975 Members of the crew and Ship's Committee of the SS Samuel Chase meet with SlU Patrolman Teddy Babkowski when vessel docked in New York earlier this month while in transit. They are from left to right (sitting); Chief Electrician Robert Johnson, educational director; Wiper Louis Greaux; Babkowski, and AB Arthur Segueira (with back to camera). Standing are Deck Delegate Leggett Jones (left) and Recertified Bosun Lancelot Rodrigues, ship's chair­ man. The Samuel Chase had returned from the Far East and was on her way to Baltimore. Page 19 �Bll^ New SIU Pensioners Howard C. Kramer, 64, joined the SIU in the port of Detroi* in 1960 sailing as a conveyorman. Brother Kramer sailed for 40 years. He was born in Pennsylvania and is a resi­ dent of Toledo, 'Ohio. David Sumulong, 65, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1955 sailing in the steward department. Brother Sumulong sailed 36 years. He was born in the Philippine Islands and is a resident of San Francisco. John L. Berger, 61, joined the SIU in the port of Elberta, Mich, in 1953 sailing as an AB. Brother Berger sailed for 36 years. He was bom in Sturgeon Bay, Wise, and is a resident of Frankfort, Mich. Henry G. Cracknell, 67, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1957 sailing as a cook. Brother Cracknell sailed 21 years. He was on the picket line in the Greater N.Y. Harbor strike in 1961 and was a steward delegate. Bom in London, England, he is a naturalized U.S. citi­ zen. Seafarer Cracknell is a resident of Smithtown, L.I., N.Y. Maximo L. Bugawan, 65, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Philadelphia sailing as a chief stew­ ard. Brother Bugawan sailed 31 years. He was born in the Philippines and is a naturalized U.S. citizen. Sea­ farer Bugawan is a resident of Uppeico, Md. Oliver H. Headley, 74, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of Baltimore sailing as a deck engineer. Brother Headley was born in Maryland and is a resident of Crisfield, Md. Thomas H. Fleming, 63, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York sailing as a bosun. Brother Fleming sailed 37 years and served often as a ship's delegate. He was bom in Boston, Mass. and is a resi­ dent of Assonet, Mass. Eugene R. Hall, 61, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of Norfolk sailing as a bosun. Brother Hall sailed 32 years, attended Piney Point, walked the picket line in the Greater N.Y. Harbor strike in 1961 and gave $100 to SPAD in 1975. Bom in Ohio, he is a resident of Jacksonville, Fla. Bernard Feely, 58, joined the SIU in 1949 in the port of New York sail­ ing as a chief cook. Brother Feely sailed 36 years. He was born in Ireland and is a naturalized Ameri­ can citizen. Seafarer Feely is a resi­ dent of Miami, Fla. , > YJ i• Emanuel D. Jones, 73, joined the SIU in 1939 in the port of Baltimore sailing as a chief steward. Brother Jones sailed 54 years. He was bom in Jacksonville, Fla., and is a resi­ dent of Baltimore. Juan Hernandez, 60, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York sailing in the steward department. Brother Hemandez was born in San Juan, P.R. and is a resident there. Ehle N. Cartwright, 62, joined the SIU in the port of Houston in 1962 sailing as an AB. Brother Cartwright sailed 20 years. Born in Oskaloosa, Iowa, he is a resident of Baytown, Tex. William Hemandez, 57, joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of New York sailing in the steward department. Brother Hernandez sailed 31 years, was a crew delegate and is a veteran of the U.S. Army Medical Corps in World War II. He was bom in Puerto Rico and is a resident of Santurce, P.R. Vemer M. Frederiksen, 57, joined the SIU in 1942 in the port of New York sailing as a fireman-watertender. Brother Frederikseri sailed 36 years and attended the HLSS "A" Seniority Upgrading Program at Piney Point, Md. Bom in Denmark, he is a naturalized American citizen. He is a resident of Kenosha, Wise. Newton A. Paine Jr., 55, joined the SIU in 1939 in the port of Provi­ dence, R.I. sailing as a bosun and in the steward department. Brother Paine sailed 39 years and is a preWorld War II veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. He was born in Provi­ dence and is a resident of Pascoag, R.I. Drugs Mean Loss of Seaman's Papers If you are convicted of possession of any illegal drug—heroin, barbitu­ rates, speed, LSD, or even marijuana—the U.S. Coast Guard wiU revoke yonr seaman papers, without appeal, FOREVER. That means that you lose for the rest of yonr life the right to make a living by the sea. However, it doesn't quite end there even if yon receive a suspended sentence. You may lose your right to vote, your right to hold public office or to own a gun. You also may lose the opportunity of ever becoming a doctor, dentist, certified public accountant, engineer, lawyer, architect, realtor, pharmacist, school teacher, or stockbroker. You may jeopardize your right to hold a job where you must be licensed or bonded and you may never be sble to work for the city, the county, or the Federal government. IPs a pietty tough rap, but that's exactly how It Is and you can't do anytiling about It. The convicted drug user leaves a black mark on his reputation for the rest of his life. However, drugs can not only destroy your right to a good livelihood, it can destroy your life. Drug abuse presents a serious threat to both your physical and mental health, and the personal safety of those around you. This is especially true aboard ship where clear minds and qukk reflexes are essential at all times for the safe operation of the vessel. Don't let drugs destroy your natural r^t to a good, happy, productive life. Stay drug free and steer a clear course. Page 20 Seafarers Log �New SlU Pensioners William P. Connerfy, 58, joined the S'U in 1947 in the port of New York sailing as an oiler. Brother Connerty was born in Cambridge, Mass. and is a resident of Somervilic, Ma.ss. - Philip J. Gajcwski, 65, joined the SIU in the port of Detroit in 1960 sailing as an AB. Brother Gajewski sailed 32 years. He was born in Cheboygan, Mich, and is a resident there. Woodrow Johnson, 48, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York sailing as a bosun. Brother Johnson sailed 22 years, as a bosun since 1951, and was oh the picket line in many Union beefs. Born in Wesc Virginia, he is a resident of Los Angeles. Stephano G. Girolomo, 52, joined the SIU in 1940 in the port of New York sailing as a fireman-watertender. Brother Girolomo sailed 30 years and walked the picket line in the RMR beef and the Greater N.Y. Harbor strike in 1961. He was also given an SIU Personal Safety Award in 1960 for sailing aboard an acci­ dent-free ship, the SS Elizabeth. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., he is a resident of St. Petersburg, Fla. i'k:^ Personals Joseph Spak Please contact the editor of the Sea­ farers Log as soon as possible at (212) 499-6600, ext. 242. Sail S. Ahmed Please contact the editor of the Sea­ farers Log as soon as possible at (212) 499-6600, ext. 242. Joseph Michael Novofny Basil C. Wyatt, Brigadier Secretary of the Salvation Army asks that you contact him at P.O. Box 5236, Atlanta, Ga. 30307. Bill Thompson Your sister Betty asks that you con­ tact her as soon as possible at 3691 62 St. N., St. Petersburg, Fla., or call her at 345-0802. Minuard Freeland Fields Mrs. Elizabeth Frey requests that you contact her as soon as possible at 7559 Broadway, Cleveland, Ohio 44105, or call her at (216) 883-6806. Norman Decatur Gilliken, Jr. Mrs. Connie Slade asks that you con­ tact her at 6711 Nebraska Ave., Tampa, Fla. 33604, Politics James L. Ward, 61, joined the SIU in 1942 in the port of New York sailing as an oiler. Brother Ward sailed 33 years and received two SIU Personal Safety Awards for sailing aboard the accident-free ships, the 55 Seatrain Louisiana and the 55 Seatmin New Jersey in 1960 and 1961. He is a U.S., Navy veteran of World War II. Seafarer Ward was born in Calvert County, Md. and is a resident of Houston. Donate to SPAD December, 1975 f'^ Nils H. Richardson, 75, joined the SIU in 1938 in the port of Baltimore sailing as an AB and bosun. Brother Richardson sailed 60 years and dur­ ing four wars. He was on the picket line in the 1946 General strike, 1947 Isthmian strike and the Eastern and Gulf Sailors Assn. strike in Balti­ more. Seafarer Richardson was also a member of the ISU in 1928 and the National Sailors and Eiremens Union of Great Britain and Ireland from 1917 to 1920. Born in Fredrikstad, Norway, he became a U.S. nat­ uralized citizen after he came here in 1920. He writes poetry and col­ lects photos and newspaper clippings for his scrapbook. He's a resident of Riviera Beach, Md. with his wife, Ida. David A. Wright, 55, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of Mobile sailing as a fireman-watertender. Brother Wright was born in Hellin, Ala. and is a resident of New Orleans. George C. Gierczic, 62, joined the SIU in 1941 in the port of New York sailing as a bosun. Brother Gierczic sailed for 34 years. He was born in Wisconsin and is a resident of Wash­ burn, Wise. f Harry A. E. Jurgenson, 64, joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of New York sailing as a pumpman. Brother Jurgenson sailed 48 years and was on the picket line in the Robin Line strike in 1962. A native of Estonia, USSR, he is a resident of New York City. .s , - •\ • J—' Jan M. Kolodziej, 66, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1951 sailing as an AB and bosun. Brother Kolodziej walked the picket line in both the N.Y. Harbor strike of 1961 and the Robin Line strike of 1962. In 1972, he upgraded to quarter­ master at the HLSS, Piney Point, Md. He was born in Adams, Mass. and is a resident of Brooklyn, N.Y. Seafarers Welfare, Pension, and Vacation Plans Cash Benefits Paid Number Oct. 23-Nov. 26, 1975 SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN ELIGIBLES Death In Hospital Daily @ $1.00 In Hospital Daily @ $3.00 Hospital & Hospital Extras Surgical Sickness & Accident @ $8.00 Special Equipment Optical Supplemental Medicare Premiums • DEPENDENTS OF ELIGIBLES Hospital & Hospital Extras Doctors' Visits In Hospital Surgical Maternity Blood Transfusions Optical Amount MONTH TO DATE MONTH TO DATE YEAR TO DATE 15 415 158 20 7 6,969 1 208 65 139 5,470 1,839 164 37 70,088 24 1,990 353 548 11 163 36 1 136 4,218 608 1,238 182 17 1,443 124,992.70 3,544.42 22,998.91 11,473.85 24.50 3,585.09 929,593.45 25,852.15 171,105.78 54,508.10 1,700.50 36,981.82 16 212 125 20 95 1 3 — 2,023 129 1,810 1,209 140 742 5 25 6 19,860 60,000.00 25,196.60 4,355.89 3,394.75 2,008.88 90.00 726.94 — 14,201.70 410,000.00 262,684.63 46,777.87 22,369.66 18,345.30 278.00 5,564.30 2,006.00 140,267.90 12 111 5,491.04 42,375.85 11,260 2,954 873 26,693 111,847 24,124 9,245 145,216 398,231.26 596,098.70 571,006.40 $1 ,565,336.36 3,248,218.41 5,803,494.00 5,256,197.70 $14,307,910.11 . $ 48,491.50 415.00 474.00 2,538.25 620.50 55,752.00 327.00 5,450.04 2,077.70 YEAR TO DATE $ 412,841.80 5,470.00 5,517.00 16,716.67 2,613.42 560,704.00 3,554.04 53,863.97 16,526.20 PENSIONERS & DEPENDENTS Death Hospital & Hospital Extras Doctors' Visits & Other Medical Expenses .. Surgical Optical Blood Transfusions Special Equipment Dental Supplemental Medicare Premiums SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM s Porkchops Francis D. Potter, 65, joined the SIU in the port of St. Ignance, Mich, in 1961 sailing as an oiler. Brother Potter sailed 39 years. He was born in Antrim, Mich, and is a resident of Cheboygan, Mich. TOTALS Total Seafarers Welfare Plan Total Seafarers Pension Plan Total Seafarers Vacation Plan Total Seafarers Welfare, Pension & Vacation Page 21 \ �jTinal Bepartiire« Frank G. Ortiz, 61, expired on Oct, 20. Brother Ortiz joined the SIU in the port of Balti­ more in 1962 sail­ ing as deck mamtenance. He sailed 42 years. A native of Tampa, he was a resident of New Orleans. Surviving are his widow, Ce­ celia of Manila; two sons, Michael and Dominic; three daughters, Anna Marie, Hariel and Laura; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ortiz; two sisters, Mrs. Lolita Bone of Baltimore and Mrs. George Williamson of Hialeah, Fla. and an uncle, Oscar Baez of New York City. r I (J!-I u ii -,4 .! •' r.r i i{ ', f I .• .fV \ ! I • Clarence A. Christ, 49, died on Oct. 31, 1974. Brother Christ joined the SIU-aflBliated IBU in the port of New Orleans in 1962 sailing as a deckhand for Nebel Towing Co. in 1961, Dixie Carriers in 1964, Crescent Towing in 1965, Inland Tugs in 1966 and Coyle Lines from 1961 to 1974. He was born in Plaquemine, La., and was a resident of New Orleans. Surviving is a sister, Mrs, P. E. Gauthreaux Sr. of Plaquemine. Miguel A. Rodri­ guez, 52, died in the Hospital de la Cap­ ital, Rio Piedros, P.R. on Aug. 25. Brother Rodriguez joined the SIU in the port of San Juan in 1970 sailing as a crane maintenance electrician. Seafarer Rodriguez was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. He was bom in Santurce, P.R. and was a resident of Rio Piedras. Surviving are his widow, Aida; three sons, Edward, Felix and Francis; two daughters, Denise and Di­ ana and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Juan Rodriguez of Adjuntas, P.R. Mason J. Holder, 44, died-on Nov. 3. Brother Holder joined the SIU in the port of New Or­ leans in 1964 sail­ ing as a bosun. He attended an Educa­ tional Crews Con­ ference at Piney Point in 1970 and gave $100 to SPAD in 1971. Seafarer Holder was a veteran of the post-World War II U.S. Navy. A native of New Orleans, he was a resident of Gretna, La. Surviving are his father. Mason, of New Orleans and his brother, Bryan, of Gretna. SIU pensioner Richard S. Asmont, 40, died of natural causes in the USPHS Hospital, Staten Island, N.Y. on Oct. 11. Brother Asmont joined the Union in the port of New York in 1956 sailing as a 3rd cook. He walked the picket line in the 1963 Rotobroil strike. A native of Nanticoke, Pa., he was a resident of Johnson City, N.Y. Surviving are his father, John of Binghamton, N.Y. and a sister, Mrs. Alfreda A. Johnston of Johnson City. Charles W. Wag­ ner, 46, died at home in Ocean Gate, N.J. on Sept. 22. Brother Wagner joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1971 sail­ ing as a chief elec­ trician and QMED. He attended the MEBA Upgrading School of Marine Engineering in New York City in 1970 and took the LNG course at Piney Point in 1974. Seafarer Wagner was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in the Korean War. He was bom in Elizabeth, N.J. Burial was in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Toms River, N.J. Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Wagner and a broth­ er, John, all of Southampton, Pa. Boyd E. Thomp­ son, 53, succumbed to a heart attack at home in Puyallup, Wash, on Oct. 10. Brother Thompson joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of Baltimore sailing as an AB. He sailed for 25 years. Seafarer Thompson was born in North Dakota. Cremation took place in the Tacoma (Wash.) Mausoleum. Surviving are his widow. Myrtle of Sumner, Wash, and his parents, Mr, and Mrs. Sabin Thomp­ son. Aquiline Loren Gonzales, 63, died in Manila in May 1974. Brother Gon­ zales joined the SIU in the port of New -i York in 1956 sail- • ing as an oUer. He sailed 29 years. Bom in Manila, he was a resident there. Seafarer Gonzales was a naturalized American citizen. Interment was in Ma­ nila. Surviving are his widow, Juliana; three sons, Aquilino, Roberto and Jose and a daughter, Emerita. Herbert E. Ja­ cobs, 58, died on Oct. 4. Brother Ja­ cobs joined the SlUaffiliated IBU in the port of New York in 1966 sailing as a deckhand for the Brooklyn (N. Y.) Eastern District Terminal from 1966 to 1975 and for Socony Paint Products from 1942 to 1965. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps in World War II. A native of Brooklyn, he was a resi­ dent there. Surviving are three offspring and a sister, Mrs. Edna Gancary of Brooklyn. Larkin C. Smhh, 68, died on Oct. 29. Brother Smith join­ ed the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1960 sailing as a 2nd cook. He sailed 37 years and was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. A native of Missis­ sippi, he was a resident of Tupelo, Miss. Surviving are his widow, Lila; a stepdaughter, Robey Jean Blevins; his mother, Ottie and a sister, Dorothy, both of Tupelo. SIU pensioner James T. Balmy, 79, passed away from natural causes in Mt. Sinai Hospital, New York City on Oct. 11. Brother Balmy joined the Union in the port of New York in 1951 sailing as an oiler. He sailed 40 years, was on the picket lines in the N.Y. Harbor strike in 1961, the Robin Line strike in 1962 and the District Council 37 beef in 1965 and received an SIU Personal Safety Award in 1960 for sailing aboard the accidentfree ship,' the SS Antinous. Born in Rus­ sia, he was a resident of Middle Village, Queens, N.Y. Cremation took place in the Garden State Crematory, North Bergen, N.J. Surviving is his widow, Elizabeth. Marion L. V. As­ kew, 52, died on Oct. 10. Brother Askew joined the SlU-afiiliated IBU in the port of Phila­ delphia in 1970 sail­ ing as an AB and chief mate for the Mariner Towing Co. from 1969 to 1975, He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. Born in Virginia, he was a resi­ dent of Hopewell, Va. Surviving are three sons, Ronald of Petersburg, Va.; Thomas and John, both of Hopewell. Robert F. Stew­ art, 69, passed away from natural causes in French Hospital, New York City on Aug. 20, 1971. Brother Stewart joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of New York sailing as a chief electrician. He sailed 26 years and was on the picket line in the 1962 Robin Line strike. A native of Brooklyn, N.Y., he was a resident of East Meadow, L.I., N.Y. Burial was in Holy Rood Cemetery, Westbury, L.I., N.Y. Surviving are two sons, Robert of East Meadow, and Jo­ seph, and a daughter, Joan, of New City, N.Y. Sen Y. Peon, 56, died of a heart at­ tack on Oct. 31. Brother Poon joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco in 1970 sailing as a cook. He was an HLSS upgrader. A native of China, he was a resident of San Francisco. Surviving are his widow. Rose Sue Bon; three sons, Gilbert, Paul and David, and a daughter, Judy. SIU pensioner Lloyd Short, 70, died of a stroke in Beaufort County Hospital, Washing­ ton, N.C. on Sept. 23. Brother Short [ joined the Union in 1941 in the port of Baltimore sailing as a fireman-watertender. He sailed 29 years. Born in Virginia, he was a resident of Bath, N.C. Interment was in Oakdale Cemetery, Washington. Surviving is his widow, Madge. Edward C. Mishanski, 52, died of head injuries in Weehawken, N.J. on Sept. 27. Brother Mishanski joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New York sailing in the steward department. He was on the picket line in the Greater N.Y. Harbor strike in 1961 and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. Born in Wilkes-Barre, Pa., he was a resident there. Burial was in Wilkes-Barre. Sur­ viving are a brother and a sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Mishanski of Phil­ adelphia and his mother, Helen, of Wilkes-Barre. IBU pensioner Mildred D. Durante, 72, passed away in Chicago on Sept. 26. Sister Durante joined the Union as a ship housekeeper sailing on the Great Lakes. She was born in Chicago and was a resident there. Surviving are a brother. Carmen of New Hyde Park, L.I., N.Y.; a sister, Mrs. Josephine Coticchio and a sister-in-law, Marie, both of Chicago. Jesse R. Rowe, 77, passed away on June 16, 1965. Brother Rowe joined the SlU-afhliated IBU in the port of Baltimore sailing as a mate for the Harbor Towing Co. there in 1961. He was born in Newbern, N.C. and was a resident of Washington, N.C. Surviving is his widow, Cora. Thomas Gilhride died in Bergen Pines Hospital, Paramus, N.J. on July 28. Brother Gilbride joined the SIU in 1967. He was a resident of New Yojrk ' City. Surviving is a brother of Brook- i lyn, N.Y. ^ ' Cecil E. Dodd, 40, succumbed to pneumonia in the Norfolk USPHS Hos- i pital on Mar. 25, 1971 attributable to head injuries sustained in a fall into an open asphalt hatch aboard a docking barge on Oct. 2, 1970. Brother Dodd joined the SlU-affiliated IBU in the port of Norfolk in 1961 sailing as a mate for the Curtis Bay Towing Co. from 1954 to 1960, Gulf Atlantic Towing Co. from 1960 to 1968 and aboard the barge, R. K. Davis of the Tidewater Towing Co, of Savann^, Ga, from 1968 to 1970. He was a post-World War II U.S. Army veteran in Korea. Bom in Virginia, he was a resident of Jacksonville. Burial was in Olive Branch Cemetery, Portsmouth, Va. Surviving are his widow, Lula of Portsmouth; , a daughter, Violet Lee; his parents, Nfr. and Mrs. Albert G. Dodd and a brother, Curtis, of Duval County, Fla. Kenneth B. Curtis, 42, died of a heart attack on Oct. 1. Brother Curtis joined the SlU-affiliated IBU in the port of St. Louis in 1970 sailing as a deckhand for Inland Tugs from 1970 to 1975. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of postWorld War 11. Born in Tennessee, he was a resident of Savannah, Tenn. Sur­ viving are his widow, Robbie Jo, and two daughters, Pamela and Rachel. Edmond J. Doherty, 65, died in Annapolis Hospital, Wayne, Mich, on Aug. 2. Brother Doherty joined the SlU-affiliated IBU in the port of Duluth in 1961 sailing for the Huron Cement Co. He was a Union official in the port of Detroit from 1958 to 1960 and in the port of Toledo in 1960. Seaifarer Doherty was also a Democratic candi­ date for state representative in Michi­ gan's 20th District. A native of Cleve­ land, he was a resident of Westland, Mich. Surviving is his widow. f- f i- .!r Seafarers Log �NOV. 1-30, 1975 DISPATCHERS REPORT Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals Deep Sea Great Lakes Alpena Buffalo Cleveland Detroit .Duluth Frankfort Chicago Totals Great Lakes Totals Deep Sea & Great Lakes Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk • Tampa ^ Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle . . ; Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals Deep Sea Great Lakes Alpena ... Buffalo Cleveland Detroit Duluth Frankfort Chicago Totals Great Lakes Totals Deep Sea & Great Lakesj,. ......... Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals Deep Sea Great Lakes ^ Alpena Buffalo Cleveland Detroit Duluth Frankfort Chicago Totals Great Lakes Totals Deep Sea & Great Lakes TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C December, 1975 REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Uikftedl ledttsfrial Worker 4 62 18 19 8 10 23 41 29 28 10 35 8 68 0 3 366 2 5 2 2 1 1 5 8 1 2 2 0 1 5 0 1 38 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 2 11 50 9 11 5 0 22 57 8 35 1 34 5 61 0 1 310 2 11 3 3 0 1 3 26 7 3 0 10 2 12 3 0 86 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 15 148 32 58 22 12 43 136 52 75 27 73 19 146 0 5 863 5 0 2 4 4 3 18 384 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 3 41 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 13 2 4 18 2 10 1 50 360 9 1 8 7 2 4 0 31 127 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 1 6 1 4 11 3 2 9 36 899 0 0 2 0 1 0 1 4 100 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 1 53 9 16 11 8 24 40 19 22 9 20 9 60 0 1 302 2 21 2 7 1 2 4 8 3 5 4 7 0 10 0 0 76 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 6 6 0 42 10 0 0 6 1 9 3 0 5 1 0 0 0 1 0 9 1 50 0 14 0 13 4 0 45 8 3 0 0 35 0 5 6 0 1 0 40 10 0 2 0 0 0 0 270 66 0 7 131 13 45 28 10 47 110 35 59 20 41 17 118 0 1 682 7 66 3 13 4 2 12 23 4 17 9 14 2 26 0 2 204 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 4 3 0 1 4 1 0 0 9 311 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 77 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 2 3 12 4 0 3 28 710 2 0 1 1 0 0 0 4 208 0 0 0 1 2 0 1 4 8 0 19 7 12 3 6 4 18 10 8 4 16 5 30 0 0 142 0 7 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 2 0 0 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 5 3 0 25 15 0 9 0 2 5 0 1 1 0 0 2 0 0 0 11 2 23 34 0 6 11 6 0 26 7 3 0 1 18 12 0 0 4 2 0 24 12 0 0 7 0 0 0 0 169 102 4 70 9 24 11 8 26 57 17 54 10 26 10 73 0 0 399 1 1 3 3 1 1 2 1 3 1 3 1 5 0 1 39 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 143 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 2 0 0 1 5 404 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 39 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0• 5 1 2 10 4 0 4 26 296 3 1 4 4 0 3 2 17 186 13 1 0 0 2 1 1 18 84 3 0 0 0 2 3 0 8 110 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 16 4 7 6 2 9 13 1 5 5 6 1 14 0 • 1 96 12 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 2 0 0 5 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco •• • • Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals Deep Sea Great Lakes Alpena Buffalo Cleveland Detroit Duiuth Frankfort Chicago Totals Great Lakes Totals Deep Sea & Great Lakes Totals All Depts. Deep Sea Totals All Depts. Great Lakes Totals All Depts. Deep Sea & Great Lakes TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 0 18 8 4 '5 5 8 21 11 19 5 12 4 21 0 0 141 3 54 8 16 7 5 5 35 14 23 10 31 6 41 3 0 261 8 17 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 5 3 1 1 13 0 0 51 0 0 0 5 1 5 4 15 156 951 43 994 4 0 2 4 0 2 0 12 273 407 16 423 5 3 1 12 3 1 4 29 80 61 33 94 f PRESIDENT Paul Hall SECRETARY-TREASURER Joe DiGiorgio EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Cal Tanner VICE PRESIDENTS Earl Shepard Lindsey Williams Frank Drozak Paul Drozak HEADQUARTERS ALPENA, Mich 675 4 Ave., Bklyn. 11232 (212) HY 9-6600 800 N. 2 Ave. 49707 (517) EL 4-3616 BALTIMORE, Md. 1216 E. Baltimore St. 21202 (301) EA 7-4900 BOSTON, Mass 215 Essex St. 02111 (617) 482-4716 BUFFALO, N.Y 290 Franklin St. 14202 (716) TL 3-9259 CHICAGO, III.. .9383 S. Ewing Ave. 60617 (312) SA 1-0733 CLEVELAND, Ohio 1290 Old River Rd. 44113 (216) MA 1-5450 DETROIT, Mich. 10225 W. Jefferson Ave. 48218 (313) VI3-4741 DULUTH, Minn 2014 W. 3 St. 55806 (218) RA 2-4110 FRANKFORT,. Mich P.O. Box D 415 Main St. 49635 (616) EL 7-2441 HOUSTON, Tex 5804 Canal St. 77011 " (713) WA 8-3207 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. 3315 Liberty St. 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY, NJ. 99 Montgomery St. 07302 (201) HE 5-9424 MOBILE. Ala IS. Lawrence St. 36602 (205) HE 2-1754 NEW ORLEANS, La. 630 Jackson Ave. 70130 (504) 529-7546 NORFOLK, Va 115 3 St. 23510 (804) 622-1892 PADUCAH, Ky 225 S. 7 St. 42001 (502) 443-2493 PHILADELPHIA, Pa.. .2604 S. 4 St. 19148 (215) DE 6-3818 PINEY POINT, Md. St. Mary's County 20674 (301) 994-0010 PORT ARTHUR, Tex 534 9 Ave. 77640 (713) 983-1679 SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. 1311 Mission St. 94103 (415) 626-6793 SANTURCE, P. R. 1313 Fernandez, Jnncos, Stop 20 00908 (809) 724-2848 SEATTLE, Wash 2505 1 Ave. 98121 (206) MA 3-4334 ST. LOUIS, Mo.. .4581 Gravois Ave. 63116 (314) 752-6500 TAMPA, Fla. . 2610 W. Kennedy Blvd. 33609 (813) 870-1601 TOLEDO, Ohio..... .935 Summit St. 43604 (419) 248-3691 WILMINGTON, Calif. 510 N. Broad St. 90744 (213) 549-4000 YOKOHAMA, Japan.. ... P.O. Box 429 Yokohama Port P.O. 5-6 Nihon Ohdori Naka-Ku 231-91 201-7935 Skipping at A & G ports dn^ped ightly last month after a itirry is limping month before tihat- As re^ported by New York Fort Agent Leon at the December membership fsng is again experted to pick sip con­ siderably this month and in Janoaiy. However^a high percentage of llm|obs tdiipped are still beutg taken by men which demonstrates that there are rtdl good job opportunities for 'A* \men* Page 23 �m Manhattan Out of Layup; On Grain Run Coming out of almost two years of layup at the Seatraiu Shipyard in Brooklyn, N.Y, on Nov. 20, the 114,668 dwt supertanker S/T Manhattan (Hudson Waterways) sailed the next day at 13.5 knots for the Gulf to load 65,000-tons of grain destined for delivery to the Russian Black Sea port of Odessa. MARAD had announced early this year that 1.2-million tons of U.S. tankers were laid up—27 percent of the independent U.S. tanker fleet—but this has changed. The Manhattan and other SIU-con(racted tankers were able to get out of layup and get charters to carry grain to Russia due to the participation by the SIU membership in the SIU's Washington activities. Last month 17 SIU tankers—six out of layup—were chartered to carry grain to the Soviets. The 1962-built Manhattan was laid up on Jan. 15, 1974. In 1969, her bow was modified to cut through ice on an experimental voyage to Alaska's North Slope oil fields via the ice-choked Northwest Passage testing the feasibility of carrying the black gold on this shorter route. Following the India-Pakistan War in 1972, at the behest of the U.N., she hauled grain for the Agency for International Development to famine-plagued Bangladesh where she remained as a floating warehouse 50 miles off the port of Chittagong. Later the Manhattan delivered much-needed grain to Italy and Singapore. Bf > r' tf- if 11: r.. ^ ^ ! I Chief Cook Emilio Barrito (left), Third Cook Edward Collins (center) and Cook and Baker William Karpiak Note the unusual ice bow of the S/T Manhattan when she was moored at the old Navy Yard, now the prepare grub for the Manhattan crew. Seatrain Shipyard in Brooklyn, N.Y. Deck Engineer Bob Verlis (left) of the Manhattan checks pressure on acetylene pump, while in the ship's messroom Utility Messman William Morales (left center) clears off a table. At (right center) Utility Messman Gerald Barber dishes up the pie and in the engine room (right) Fireman-watertender Edward Morales inspects console before the supertanker sailed on the grain run to Russia. EDITORIAL POLICY—SEAFARERS LOG. The Log has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual injhe Union, officer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action 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 delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. 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 three months, which are to be submitted to the memtership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A quarterly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each quarter 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 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 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 various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the shipowners. 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 shipowners, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is; Frank Drozak, Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 275 - 20th Street, Brooklyn, N. Y. 11215 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 ship. 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 protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. Page 24 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 tor 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 headquarters. CONSI ITUTIONAL 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 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 notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All Seafarers 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 Seafarer 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 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 Seafarer seamen, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen 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 member­ ship in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. Support SPAD to protect and further your economic, political and social interests, American trade union concepts and Seafarer seamen. If at any time a Seafarer 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 Faui Haii at headquarters by certified maii, return receipt requested. Seafarers Log �Digest of SlU YELLOWSTONE (Ogden Marine Inc.), October 1—Chairman,'Recerti­ fied Bosun Luis Guadamud; Secretary Dario P. Martinez; Educational Direc­ tor Joseph Burkette. $12 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Richard Carter, radio operator, was buried at sea off Laurenco Marques on October 1, 1975 at 15:30 hours. Letter of sympathy was for­ warded to Mrs. Carter. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Next port, Burnside, La. DEL RIO (Delta Steamship Lines), October 12 — Chairman, Recertified Bosun H. B. Braunstein; Secretary R. R. Maldonado; Educational Director Lyle D. Clevenger; Deck Delegate C. B. Dickey; Steward Delegate Clifton Aaron. $283 in movie fund and $6 in ship's fund. Sent a $50 wreath for the saloon messman's father who passed away on October 8, 1975. Chairman suggested that all crewmembers support SPAD and also advised all crewmem­ bers to fill out their beneficiary cards. A vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for good food and service. Ob­ served one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. ARECIBO (Puerto Rico Marine Navigation), October 17—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Eugene Dakin; Sec­ retary J. G. Guilles; Deck Delegate H. B. Jerring; Engine Delegate G. Salazar; Steward Delegate P. Sanchez. $9 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Officers and crewmembers donated to O. S. Martirio whose baTjy daughter passed away while we were in Puerto Rico. We , sent our sympathy to Mr. & Mrs. Martino. Chairman held a discussion on the importance of donating to SPAD. DEL ORO (Delta Steamship Lines), October 19 — Chairman, Patrick M. Graham; Secretary Teddy Kross; Edu­ cational Director Lee W. Morin; Stew­ ard Delegate Cesar Guerra; Engine Delegate Charles A. Hanley. $71.15 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Collected $122 from crew and sent it to the family of Patrick Henry Southern who was 3rd mate and died aboard ship in Abidjan. We received all of the monthly issues of the Seafarers Log and a fact sheet which was a good one for news. Report to the Seafarets Log: "We have been in Lobito, Angola for 162 days and-this trip will last 222 days. The payoff is to be in New Orleans. This trip has been longer than the average Delta Line West Africa run which usually lasts only 75 days or less. Ship's secretary thanked all for the cooperation they gave on this 222 day trip." Next port New Orleans. DELTA ARGENTINA (Delta Steamship Lines Inc.), October 26— Chairman, Recertified Bosun Arthur J. McGinnis; Secretary J. Sumpter; Edu­ cational Director Union H. Sanders Jr.; Engine Delegate G. E. Connelly; Stew­ ard Delegate J. Bell. No disputed OT. Twenty movies were received this trip for the benefit of the crew and officers. Chairman suggested that crewmembers donate to SPAD. Telegram dated No­ vember 7, 1975 concerning the grain deal and the crewing up of several SIU ships to carry the cargo was read to the crew apd then posted. Next port Takoradi. December, 1975 y i SEA-LAND VENTURE (Sea-Land Services Inc.), October 19—Chairman, Recertified Bosun W. M. Parker; Sec­ retary C. L. Shirah; Educational Direc­ tor R. Tyler; Deck Delegate C. M. Marion; Engine Delegate E. Remiz; Steward Delegate J. Samuels. No dis­ puted OT. Message received from Paul Hall about eleven ships getting grain charters was posted. Captain stated that this ship was starting a safety program again and that anyone seeing an unsafe condition please report it at once. A vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for a job well done. SEA-LAND TRADE (Sea-Land Services Inc.), October 12—Chairman, Recertified Bosun V. Poulsen; Secre­ tary C. E. Bell; Educational Director S. Senteney; Deck Delegate Carl E. Hargroves; Engine Delegate Dorwin Coy; Steward Delegate Andrew Reasko. $12.50 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Chairman reported message from Pres­ ident Paul Hall on SIU ships getting grain charters. Report to Seafarers Log: "This is voyage #33 West with no problems and no beefs. A smooth trip." Next port Yokohama. JAMES (Ogden Marine Inc.), Octo­ ber 12 Chairman, Recertified Bosun J. W. Altstatt; Secretary L. Coperiano; Deck Delegate John E. Mattingly; En­ gine Delegate Alexander Goga; Steward Delegate Curtis Veazio. No disputed OT. Chairman reported that a radio­ gram was received from Headquarters concerning the activities of our Union officers with regard to the ships to carry grain to Russia. Eleven of these ships were contracted by the SIU. A vote of thanks to our Union ollicers for a job well done to provide more jobs for us including the officers of the ship. MT. NAVIGATOR (Mount Ship­ ping Inc.), October 12—Chairman, Re­ certified Bosun B. Swearingen; Secre­ tary B. Burnette; Educational Director J. Dryden. No disputed OT. Chairman reported that the ship will payoff in Port Manetee and called attention to the wire received from President Paul Hall re­ garding grain shipments to Russia. Sec­ retary reported that the Piney Point graduates are doing a very good job aboard ship and gave a vote of thanks to the baker and the third cook. POTOMAC (Empire Transport Inc.), October 31—Chairman P. Burnette; Secretary S. Brown; Educational Direc­ tor Torres. Some disputed OT in deck department. The.Seafarers Log was re­ ceived in Chile. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Report to the Seafarers Log.-"Departing Bosun Perry Burnette would like to thank all of the crew for their coopera­ tion on last voyage. Observed one min­ ute of silence in memory of our de­ parted brothers. Next port, Pt. Neches. COMMERCE (Sea-Land Services Inc.), October 12—Chairman L. G. G. Reck; Secretary Gus Skendelas; Edu­ cational Director Herbert Martin. No disputed OT. Received a wire on the grain deal with Russia which was posted on the bulletin board for all to read. A safety meeting was held and all at­ tended. Chairman suggested that crew­ members keep supporting SPAD. A vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for a job well done. Next port Seattle. Ships' illieetings JOHN PENN (Waterman Steamship Corp.), October 12—Chairman, Re­ certified Bosun John S. Davies; Secre­ tary W. G. Williams; Educational Di­ rector Allen W. George; Deck Delegate Joseph B. Dunnan; Engine Delegate Jose A. Molina; Steward Delegate Jerry W. Watkins. No disputed OT. Radio­ gram concerning wheat to Russia was posted on the bulletin board. Everything running smoothly. SAN FRANCISCO (Sea-Land Serv­ ice Inc.), October 27—Chairman, Re­ certified Bosun Jose L. Gomez; Sec­ retary T. R. Goodman; Educational Director Robert C. Miller; Engine Dele­ gate R. Metcalf; Steward Delegate F. A. Stephens. $12 in ship's fund. No dis­ puted OT. Chairman suggested that all crewmembers should support SPAD. A vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for a job well done. Next port Algeciras, Spain. SEAlT'LE (Sea-Land Service Inc.), October 19 — Chairman, Recertified Bosun Angelo Antoniou; Secretary C. Scott. $5.34 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Radiogram and telegram from Headquarters were received, read and posted on the bulletin board. Chairman suggested that members support SPAD. Observed one minute of silence in mem­ ory of our departed brothers. PANAMA (Sea-Land Services Inc.), October 13—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Cyril Mize, Jr.; Secretary Jack Mar; Educational Director E. Ford. $18.29 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Chairman reported a telegram was, re­ ceived from President Paul Hall, con­ cerning eleven SIU contracted ships to haul grain to Russia. Suggested that the membership donate to SPAD. A vote of thanks to the steward department for good" food and service. Next port Long Beach. SAN JUAN (Sea-Land Services Inc.), October 19 — Chairman, Recertified Bosun William Mitchell; Secretary An­ gel Maldonado; Educational Director A. H. Okrogly. $68.05 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Captain submitted to crew ship movie fund of $185 which was left after spending $350 for new movies. Chairman held a discussion on the new ships coming out for a grain run. A radiogram was posted on the bulletin board about grain ships. SEA-LAND ECONOMY (Sea-Land Services Inc.), October 19—Chairman, Recertified Bosun F. C. Cooper; Secre­ tary L. Nicholas; Educational Director K. L. Hart; Deck Delegate J. P. Pettus; Engine Delegate J. Cameron; Steward Delegate S. Morris. No disputed OT. Chairman introduced a booklet that is put out by the USPHS relating to all hospitals, contracts and doctors and ad­ vised everyone to pick up one of these booklets at USPHS in case of emer­ gency. Next port Rotterdam. OGDEN WILLAMETTE (Ogden Marine Inc.), October 9—Chairman, Recertified Bosun E. K. Bryan; Sec­ retary E. Kelly; Educational Director Escote; Deck Delegate Carlos Spina; Engine Delegate Martin Fox; Steward Delegate R. E. Leonard. No disputed OT. All communications received were read and posted. Chairman suggested that all members should read the Sea­ farers Log to know what is going on in the Union. A vote of thanks to the stew­ ard department for a job well done. AGUADILLA (Puerto Rico Marine Navigation), October 12—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Victor Carbone; Sec­ retary W. Reid; Educational Director S. Wala. Chairman reported that a radiogram was received from Union President Paul Hall that the SIU and the AFL-CIO has won an agreement in Washington to get ships char­ tered to carry grain to Russia of which eleven of these were SIU contracted ships. In response to the message: "Mr. President, Paul Hall, we the crewmem­ bers of the SS Aguadilla want to con­ gratulate you and everyone working with you in Washington for our job se­ curity and for the future of our fam­ ilies." $6 in ship's fund. Brother Olaf M. Lefsaker found $10 which no one said they had lost so he donated the $10 to ship's fund. Total ship's fund $16. Some disputed OT in engine depart­ ment. Next port San Juan. Official ship's minutes were also received from the following vessels: OVERSEAS NATALIE ROBERT TOOMBS ULTRASEA ELIZABETHPORT LYMAN HALL PONCE DELEON DELTA BRASIL ARTHUR MIDDLETON TRANSINDIANA DELTA MAR JEFF DAVIS BRADFORD ISLAND CARTER BRAXTON VANTAGE HORIZON SAN PEDRO PUERTO RICO HOUSTON ROBERT E. LEE SEA-LAND EXCHANGE OVERSEAS ANCHORAGE ERNA ELIZABETH PORTLAND MOBILE MOUNT WASHINGTON LOS ANGELES BALTIMORE COLUMBIA GOLDEN DOLPHIN TRANSEASTERN CONNECTICUT SEA-LAND PRODUCER FORT HOSKINS CANTIGNY COLUMBIA GOLDEN ENDEAVOR SEA-LAND CONSUMER OAKLAND GALLOWAY DELTA PARAGUAY DEL SOL SEA-LAND FINANCE OVERSEAS TRAVELER ALEX STEPHENS ERIC K. HOLZER AMERICAN EXPLORER HUMACAO ST. LOUIS EAGLE TRAVELER OGDEN WABASH MASSACHUSETTS SEA-LAND MARKET SAN JUAN BOSTON DELTA SUD TRANSCOLUMBIA TAMARA GUILDEN SEA-LAND McLEAN TAMPA Page 25 �29th Bosuns' Class Eleven Seafarers graduated from the 29th class of the SIU Bosuns Recertification Program this month and they now resume shipping with a much bet­ ter knowledge of their Union and the entire maritime industry. It is their re­ sponsibility to rejoin their vessels and inform the rest of the membership about the role all Seafarers must play if there is to be a future for the American mer­ chant marine. The recertified bosuns who have completed this very important twomonth program are asserting their lead­ ership aboard all our contracted vessels. Robert O'Rourke Seafarer Bob t O'Rourke, 47, has been an SIU mem­ ber since 1949, and began shipping out as bosun in 1952. A native of Los AnI geles, he now makes his home in New­ port, Oregon with his wife Laurie. Brother O'Rourke ships from the port of Houston. Herbert Libby Seafarer Herbert Libby, 47, has been a member of the SIU since I948j and started shipping out as bosun 15 years ago. A native of Amesburg, Mass., he now makes his home in Lincolnville. Me. Brother Libby ships from the port of New York. Glen Stanford Seafarer Glen Stanford, 49, has been shipping with the SIU since 1947, and started sailing as bosun in 1963. A native of Mississip­ pi, he now makes his home in Slidell, La. Brother Stan­ ford ships from the port of New Or­ leans. • James Moore Seafarer lames Moore graduated from the trainee program at the Harry Lundeberg School and began sailing with the SIU in 1973. He re­ turned to Piney Point to study for his FOWT and QMED endorsements before entering the 'A' Seniority Pro­ gram. Shipping from the port of Wil­ mington, Brother Moore is a native and resident of West Covina, Calif. Duane Ostrander Seafarer Duane Ostrander has been sailing with the SIU since his graduation from" the Harry Lundeberg School in 1973. Shipping as an AB, Brother Ostrander obtained his ticket at Piney Point before beginning the 'A' Seniority Upgrading Program. A native and resi­ dent of Seattle, Brother Ostrander ships from that port. Paga26 As the top unlicensed man on ship, and as the leading representative of the SIU at sea, it is the bosun's job to see that all voyages run as smoothly as pos­ sible, with of course full cooperation from the rest of the crew. The recertified hosun is also better qualified to handle the new techno­ logically-advanced equipment which is found on many of the modem ships being built today. It is for this very reason that the Bosuns Recertification Program was established. The SIU must adapt to a constantly-changing industry if we wish J.J.McHale Seafarer 1. 1. "Whitey" McHale, 49, has been shipoing with the SIU since 1945, and he began sailing as a bosun during the 1960's. A native of New York, Brother McHale ships from that port and continues to make his home there with his wife Theresa. Chester Anderson Seafarer Chester "Andy" Anderson, 49, has been an SIU member since 1953, and has been ship­ ping out as bosun since 1961. A na­ tive of Newfound­ land, Canada, Brother Anderson now ships from the port of New York where he makes his home. to play a part in it in the years to come. With the battles now being fought in the Halls of Congress rather than on the waterfront, and with radical changes in vessels and manning, our entire mem­ bership must be kept informed at all times in order to insure the job security of everyone in the years ahead. This then, is the main objective of the bosuns program: better communi­ cation. And, it is the job of every mem­ ber, not only the recertified bosun. The bosun is the leader of the crew, but only if his crew actively participates and takes an avid interest in the affairs of our Union, by attending shipboard and membership meetings, by asking ques­ tions and reading all percent informa­ tion, will this objective be accomplished. Frank McGarry Seafarer Frank McGarry, 49, has been an SIU mem­ ber for 30 years, and he began ship­ ping out as a bosun in 1959. A native of Philadelphia he now ships from that port. Brother Mc­ Garry makes his home in Charleston, S.C. with his wife Adele. Luther Fate Seafarer Luther Pate, 54, has been a member of the SIU since 1947, and be­ gan shipping out as a bosun in 1949. A native of Alabama, he now makes his home in Mt. Vern­ on, N.Y. with his wife Gail. Brother Pate ships from the port of New York. 'A Seniority Upgrading Program t 6 New Book Members Achieving their full 'A' books this month through the SIU's 'A' Seniority Upgrading Program conducted at both Piney Point and Headquarters are six more Seafarers. They are Lucien Shaw, Nathaniel Harris, Nelson Cory Jones, Mitchell Maurstad, Duane Ostrander and James Moore. This brings the total number of Seafarers who have com­ pleted the program to 197. The program was started to prepare our members for the innovations on the new vessels under construction and to maintain the Union's tradition of pro­ Mitchell Maurstad Seafarer Mitchell Maurstad has been sailing with the SIU since his graduation from the Harry Lundeberg School in 1973. Brother Maurstad, sailing in the steward depart­ ment as a chief cook, returned to Piney Point to up­ grade twice before attending the A' Seniority Program. A native of Long Island, N.Y., Brother Maurstad now lives in Minnesota and ships from the port of Philadelphia. viding well-trained, qualified Seafarers for all our contracted ships. Another purpose of the program is to give our membership a better under­ standing of SIU operations, as well as our problems and the best methods to deal with them. By upgrading themselves through the program, they are helping to insure the strength of this Union, a strength which rises out of a solid membership which understands their industry and their Union's role in that industry. Lucien Shaw Seafarer Lucien Shaw has been ship­ ping out with the SIU since his grad­ uation from the Harry Lundeberg School in Novem­ ber of 1972. Sailing in the deck depart­ ment, Brother Shaw returned to Piney Point to study for his AB ticket before attending the 'A' Sen­ iority Upgrading Program. A native and resident of Waverly, Miss., Seafarer Shaw ships out of the port of New Orleans. Politics Is Porkchops Donate to SPAD And, with full membership cooperation, we will be a much stronger, secure Union for many years to come. Leonard Olbrantz Seafarer Leonard Olbrantz, 42, has been shipping with the SIU since 1955, and began sailing as a bosun in 1969. A native of Stevens Point, Wise., he now makes his home in Titusville, Fla. with his wife Margie. Brother Ol­ brantz ships from the port of Jackson­ ville. William Robinson Seafarer Bill I Robinson, 46, has been a member of I theSIUfor25years, and he began shipI ping out as bosun 12 years ago. A ! native of Alabama, Brother Robinson I now ships from the port of Seattle where he makes his home with his wife Amy. Peter Loik Seafanef Peter Loik, 48, has been shipping with the SIU since 1947, and he started shipping as bosun in 1949. A native of Winnipeg, Canada, Brother Loik now ships from the port of Balti­ more where he makes his home with his wife Gloria. John McDonald Seafarer John McDonald, 40, has been a member of the SIU since 1958, and has been ship­ ping out as' bOsun since 1973. A na­ tive of Detroit, Mich., Brother Mc­ Donald now ships from the port of New Orleans where he makes his home. Nelson Cory Jones Seafarer Nelson I Cory Jones has been shipping out with the SIU for I seven years. Sailing as a third c6qk, I Brother Jones stu^j ied for that endorye1 ment at the Lunde' berg School before starting the 'A' Seniority Upgrading Program. A native and resident of New Orleans, Brother Jones ships frani that port. Nathaniel Harris Seafarer Nathanj iel Harris, sailing in I the engine depart\ment, is a 1972 \graduate of the \ trainee program at Ithe Harry Lunde\berg School. Before \attending the 'A' 'Seniority Program, Brother Harris returned to Piney Point to obtain his FOWT endorsement. Brother Harris is a native and resident of Mobile. He ships from the po^t pf Houston. " • Seafarers Log �Following are the names and home ports of the 319 Seafarers who have successfully completed the SIU Bosuns Recertification Program. These men have gone aboard our contracted ships to lead the SIU unlicensed crews, and they have held informative meetings, settled beefs, answered questions and con­ tributed toward smoother voyages. Abulay, Edmund Pbiladalphia Adams, John, New York Aguiar, Jose, New York Allen, Enos, San Francisco Allen, J. W., Seattle Altstatt, John, Houston Amat, Kasmoin, New York Anderson, Alfred, Norfolk Anderson, Chester New York Anderson, Edgar, New York Annis, George, New Orleans Antoniou, Angela, New York Aponte, Felix, New York Armada, Alfonso, Baltimore Atkinson, David, Seattle Backrak, Daniel, Wilmington Baker, Elmer, Houston Baker, William, Houston Bankston, Ciaude, New Orleans Barnhill, Elmer, Houston Barrial, Pablo, New Orleans Baudoin, James, Houston Beavers, Norman, New Orleans Bechlivanis, Nicholas, New York Beck, Arthur, San Francisco Boeching, Marion, Houston Berger, David, Norfolk Beregria, John, Philadelphia Bergeria, Steve, Philadelphia Beye, Jan, New York Bojko, Stanley, San Francisco Boney, Andrew, Norfolk Bourgot, Albert, Mobile Bowman, Jack, Seattle Boyle, Charles, New Orleans Braunstein, Herbert, Wfilmington Brendle, Mack, Houston Broadus, Robert, Mobile Brooks, Tom, New York Browning, Ballard, Baltimoit Bryan, Ernest, Houston Bryant, Vernon, Tampa Burch, George, New Orleans Burke, George, New York Burton, Ronald, New York Busalacki, Joseph, Jacksonville Bushong, William, Seattle Butte'rton, Walter, Norfolk Butts, Bobby, Mobile Butts, Hurmon, Houston Cain, Hubert, Mobile Caldeira, Anthony, Houston Calogeros, Demetrios, Seattle Carbone, Victor, San Juan ' Carey, John; New'York CaSaniieva, Michael, New Orleans Castro, Guillermo, San Juan Chestnut, Donald, Mobile Chiasson, Richard, New Orleans Chilinski, tadeusz, Wilmington Christenberry, Richard, San Francisco Christehsen, Christian, San Francisco Christiansen, Egon, San Francisco Cislecki, John, San Francisco Clegg, William, New York Cofone, William, Wilmington Bosuns Honor Roll at 319 Cole, Lonnie, Norfolk Colson, James, Seattle Cooper, Fred, Mobile Craddock, Edwin, New Orleans Crawford, William, Jacksonville Cross, Malcolm, Wilmington Curlew, Jack, Yokohama Curry, Leon, Jacksonville Dakin, Eugene, Boston D'Amico, Charles, Houston Dammeyer, Dan, New York Darville, Richard, Houston Davies, John, New York Davis, James, Seattle Delgado, Julio, New York Dickinsop, David, Mobiie Dixon, James, Mobile Donovan, Joseph, Boston Doty, Albert, New Orleans Drake, Woodrow, Seattle Drewes, Peter, New York Duet, Maurice, Houston Dunn, Beverly, Mobile Eckert, Arne, Seattle Eddins, John, Baltimore Edelmon, Bill, Houston Engelund, Clayton, New YoHc Faircloth, Charles, Mobile Farhi, Israel, Houston Fell, William, New York Ferrera, Raymond, New Orleans Finklea, George, Jacksonville Flowers, Eugene, New York Foster, Floron, New Orleans Foster, James, Mobile Foti, Sebastian, Wilmington Frey, Charles, Jacksonville Funk, William, New York Furr, John, Houston Magan, Kenneth, Houston Gamer, James, New Orleans Garza, Peter, Houston Gavin, Joseph, Houston Giangiordano, Donate, Philadelphia Gianniotis, John, New York Gillain, Robert, Jacksonville Gillikin, Leo, San Francisco Gomez, Jose, New York Gonzalez, Calixto, San Juan Gonzalez, Jose, New York Gorbea, Robert, New York Gorman, James. New York Gosse, Fred, San Francisco Green, John, Baltimore Greenwood, Perry, Seattle Grima, Vincent, New York Guadamud, Luis, New Orleans Gustavson, Walter, New York Hager,Bertil, New York Hale, William, New Orleans Hanback, Burt, New York Hanstvedt, Alfred. New York Harvey, Lee J., New Orleans Hawkins, Tom, Seattle Hazel, John, New Orleans Hellman, Karl, Seattle Hicks, Donald, New York Hilburn, Thomas, Mobile Hill, Charles, Houston Hirsh, Burton, Baltimore Hodges, Raymond, Mobile Hodges, Raymond W., Baltimore Hogge, Elbert, Baltimore Homka, Stephen, New York Hovde, Arne, Philadeiphia Hunt, H. C., Houston ' Ipsen, Oria, New York James, Calvain, New York Jandora, Stanley, New York Jansson, Sven, New York Japper, John, New York . Johnson, Fred, Mobile Johnson, Ravaughn, Houston Joseph, Leyal, Philadelphia Joyner, William, Houston Justus, Joe, Jacksonville Karatzas, Tom, Baltimore Karlsson, Bo, New York Kelsey, Tom, San Francisco Kerageorgiou, Antoine, New Orleans Kerngood, Morton, Baltimore Kingsley, Jack, San Francisco Kleimola, William, New York Knoles, Raymond, San Francisco Koen, John, Mobile Konis, Perry, New York Koza, Leo, Baltimore Krawczynski, Stanley, Jacksonville La France, Dave, New York Lambert, Reidus, New Orleans Landron, Manuel, San Juan Lasnansky, Andrew, San Francisco La Soya, Eligio, Houston Lasso, Robert, San Juan Latapie, Jean, New Orleans Lavoine, Raymond, Baltimore Lawton, Woodrow, Baltimore Leake, Herbert, Baftimore 'LeClair, Walter W.. New York Lee, Hans, Seattle Levin, Jacob, Baltimore Libby, George, New Orleans LIbby. Herbert, New York linoberry, Carl, Mobiie Logan, John, Mobile Loik, Peter, Baltimore Mackert, Robdt, Baltimore Maidonado, Baidfd, laitimorp Manning, Denis, Seattle Martineau, Tom, Seattle Mattioli, Gactano, New York McCaskey, Earl, New Orleans AJcCollom, John, Boston' McCorvey, Durell, Jacksonville McDonald, John, New Orleans McGarry, Frank, Philadelphia McGinnis, Arthur, New Orleans McHale, J. J., New York McKinney, Melville, Philadelphia Mears, Ferlton, New York Meehan, William, Norfolk Meffert, Roy, Jacksonville Merrill, Charles, Mobile Michael, Joseph, Baltimore Milier, Clyde, Seattle Mitchell, William, Jacksonville Mize, Cyril, San Francisco Mladonich, Ernest, New Orleans Moen, Irwin, Baltimore Monardo, Syivester, New Orieans Moore, John, Houston Morales, Esteban, New York Morris, Edward Jr., Mobile Morris, William, Baltimore Morris, William, Jacksonville Moss, John, New Orleans Moyd, Ervin, Mobile Muliis, James, Mobile Murry, Ralph, San Francisco K^rex, Luther, Mobile Nash, Walter, New York Nelson, Jack, Jacksonville Nicholson, Eugene, Baltimore Nielsen, Vap, New Yoik Northcutt, James, San Francisco Nuckols, Billy, New York O'Brien, William, New York O'Connor, William, Seattle Olbrantz, Leonard Jacksonville Olesen, Carl, San Francisco DIson, Fred, San Francisco Olson, Maurice, Boston Oromaner, Aibert, San Francisco O'Rourfce, Robert, Houston Owen, Burton, Houston Owens, Clarence, New Orleans Palino, Anthony, New York Palmer, Nick, San Francisco Paradise, Leo, New York Parker, James, Houston Parker, William, New Orleans Pate, Luther, New York Pedersen, Otto, New Orleans Pehter, Frederick, Mobile Pence, Floyd, Houston Perry, Wallace, Jr., San Francisco Pierce, John, Philadeiphia Pollanen, Viekko, New Orleans Poulsen, Verner, Seattle Pressly, Donald, New York Price, Biliie, Norfolk Pryor, Clarence, Mobile ' Puchalski, Kasimir, San Francisco Puglisi, Joseph, New York Pulliam, James, San Francisco Radich, Anthony, New Orleans Rains.Horace, Houston Raiio, Salvador, New Orieans Reeves, William, Mobile Richburg, Joseph, Mobile Rihn, Ewing, New Orleans Riley, William, San Francisco Ringuette. Albert, San Francisco Rivera, Alfonso, San Juan Robinson, William, Seattle Rodrigjes, Lancelot, San Juan Rodripez, Frank, New York Rodripez, Ovidio, New York Ruley, Edward, Baltimore Sanchez, Manuel, New York Sanford, Tommie, Houston Sawyer, Alfred, Norfolk Schwarz, Robert, Mobiie Self, Thomas, Baltimore Selix, Floyd, San Francisco Sernyk, Peter, New York Sheets, James, Baltimore Sheldrake, Peter, Houston Shorten, James, San Francisco Showers, William, San Francisco Sipsey, Robert, San Francisco Smith, Lester, Norfolk Smith, Vertis, Tampa Sokol, Stanley, San Francisco Sorel, Johannes, Jacksonviilo Spuron, John, San Francisco Stanford, Glen, New Orleans Stockmarr, Sven, New York Suchocki, Leonard, San Francisco Swearingen, Barney, Jacksonville Swiderski, John, New York Teti, Frank, New York Theiss, Roy, Mobile Thompson, Carl, Houston Thompson, J. R., Houston Ticer, Dan, San Francisco Tillman, William, San Francisco Tirelli, Enrico, New York Todd, Raymond, New Orleans Tolentino, fed, San Francisco Troche, Grepry, Mobile Turner, Paul, New Orleans Ucci, Peter, San Francisco Velazquez, William, New York Walker, Fred, Baltimore Walker, Tom, Houston ' Wallace. Edward, New York Wallace, Ward, Jacksonville Wallace, William, Mobile Walters, Herwood, New York Wardlaw, Richard, Houston Ware, Dick, Houston Waters, Aubrey, Seattle Weaver, Harold, Houston Welch, Macon, Houston Whitmer, Alan, New York Wingfield, P. G., Jacksonville Woods, Malcolm, San Francisco Woikman, Homer, New Orleans Woriey, John, San Francisco Wymbs, Luke, New York Zaragoza, Roberto, New York Zeloy, Joseph, New Orleans 'A Seniority Honor Roll Now Numbers 197 Seafarers who have completed the'A' Seniority Upgrading Program have had the opportunity to learn about their Union and its activities, malcing them good, informed Union Members. These men are encouraged to take the delegate's job aboard ship and put this new knowledge to work. Following are the names and departments of the 197 Seafarers who have completed the 'A'Seniority Upgrading Program. JbUins, Francis, Deck Alien, Lawrence, Engine Allison, Murphy, Engine Ahmad, Bin, Deck Ames, Allan, Deck Andrepont, P. J„ Engine Arnold, Mott, Deck Barnett, Jay, Engine Bartol, Thomas, Deck Baxter; Alait, Engine Bean, P.L, Deck Beauverd, Arthur, Engine Bellinger, William, Steward Berulis, William, Deck Biletz, John, Engine Blacklok, Richard, Engine Blasiiuez, Gregory, Engine Bolen, James, Deck Bolen, Timothy, Deck Boles, John, Engine Brackbill, Russell, Deck Bruschini, Mario, Steward Burke, Lee Roy, Engine Burke, Timothy, Deck Burnette, Barney, Steward Butch, Richard, Engine Cammuso, Frank, Dock Garhart, David, Deck Carruthers, Francis, Engine Castle, Stephen, Deck Cavanaugh, Jackson, Deck Clark, Garrett, Deck Coiangelo, Jpseph, Deck Conklin, Kevin, Engine Correll, Paul, Engine Cosentino, Dominic, Deck Coyle, Michael, Engine Cunningham, Robert, Deck Daniel, Wadsworth, Engine Davis, William, Deck Day, John, Engine Derke, Michael, Engine Deskins, William, Steward Dising, Maximo, Engine Dobloug, James, Engine Dukehart, David, Engine Edgell, Pat, Engine Egeland, Ralph, Deck Escudero, Tomas, Engine Esposito, Gennaro, Engine Ewing, Larry, Steward Farmer, William, Deck Farrapt, John, Deck Fila, Marion, Deck Frak, Stan, Deck Fried, Peter, Engine Frost, Stephen, Deck Galka, Thomas, Engine Gallagher, Patrick, Deck Galliano, Marcp, Deck Garay, Stephen, Deck Garcia, Robert, Deck Gilliam, Robert, Steward Gotay, Raul, Steward Gower, David, Engine Graham, Patrick, Deck Grimes, M. R., Deck Hapr, Ken, Deck Haie, Earnest, Deck Haiier, John, Engine Harris, Nathaniel, Engine Hanks, Fletcher, Engine Hart, Ray, Deck Hawker, Patrick, Deck Haynes, Blake, Engine Heick, Carroll, Deck Heller, Douglas, Steward Humason, Jon, Deck Hummerick, James, Jr., Steward Hutchinson, Richard, Jr., Engine Ivey, D. E., Engine Joe, William, Engine Johnson, M., Deck Jones, Leggette, Deck Jones, Nelson Cory, Steward Jordan, Carson, Deck Kanavos, Panagirtis, Engine Kegney, Thomas, Engine Keith, Robert, Deck Keliey, John, Deck Kelly, John, Deck Kerney, Paul, Engine ^ Kirksey, Charles, Engine Kittle$cn,La.,Deck Knight, Donald, Engine Konetes, Johnnie, Deck Kunc, Lawrence, Deck Kundrat, Joseph, Steward ,, Lamphere, Thomas, Engine laner, Ronnie, Engine Lang, Gary, Deck Laughlin, Douglas, Engine LeClair, Lester, Steward Lehmann, Arthur, Deck Lentsch, Robert, Deck Lesko, Samuel, Deck Long, Alton, En^ne Lundeman, Louis, Deck Makarewicz, Richard, Engine Mallory, Arthur, Deck Manning, Henry, Steward Maurstad, Mitchell, Steward Marcus, M. A., Deck McAndrew, Martin, Engine McCahe, John, Engine McCabe, T. J., Engine McMuilin, Clarence, Steward McParland, James, Engine Milici, Robert, Deck Minix, R. 6., Jr., Engine Miranda, John, Engine Moneymaker, Ernest, Engine Moore, C. M., Deck Moore, George, Deck Moore, James, Engine Moore, William, Deck Mortier, William, Deck Mouton, Terry, Engine Noble, Mickey, Deck Nuotio, Ken, Deck Ostrande^ Duane, Deck ^ Paiitter. Philip, Engine Paloumbis. Nikoiaos, Engine Pap^orgiou, Dimitrios, Engine Parker, Jason, Deck Patrick, t.. Engine Poletti, Pierangeio, Deck Prasinos, George, Deck Reamey, Bert, Engine Restaino, John, Engine Ripley, William, Deck Rivers, Sam, Engine Roback, James, Deck Rodriguez, Charles, Engine Rodriguez, Hector, Engine Rodriguez, Robert, Engine Rogers, George, Engine Ruiz, Steve, Engine Sabb, Caldwell, Jr., Engine Salley, Robert, Jr., Engine Sanders, Barry, Engine Sanger, Alfred, Deck Shaw, Lex, Deck Shaw, Lucien, Deck Shaw, Ronald, Engine Sllfast, George, Deck SImonetti, Joseph, Steward Simpson, Spurgeon, Engine SIsk, Keith, Deck Smith, D. B., Steward SmIBi, Robert, Deck Snyder, John, Engine Spell, Gary, Engine Spell, Joseph, Deck Spencer, Craig, Engine Spencer, H. D., Engine Stanfield, Pete, Deck Stauter, David, Engine Stevens, Duane, Deck Strauss, Gregory, Engine Svoboda, Kvetoslav, Engine Szeibert, Stephen, Steward Tanner, ieroy. Engine Tell, George, Engine Thomas, Robert, Engine Thomas, Timothy, Deck Trainer, Robert, Deck Trott, Llewellyn, Engine Utterback, Larry, Deck Vain, Thomas, Deck Vaiton, Sidney, Engine Vanyi, Thomas, Steward Vazguez, Jose, Engine Venus, Steve, Steward Vukmir, George, Deck Walker, Marvin, Engine Wambach, Aibert, Deck Waugaman, Jerry, Engine Wayman, Lee, Deck Wilhelm, Mark, Engine Wilson, Richard, Steward Wilson, Robert, Engine Wolfe, John, Deck Woodcock, Wayne, Steward Woedhouse, Ashton, Engine Wright, Charlie, Engine Zukier, Hans, Engine •ci Page 27 December, 1975 / ^01 �; ! »i \ OMED Grad Gets Diploma QMED Instructor Jack Parcel (left) of the HLSS congratulates course graduate Victor G. Rodriguez with a handshake as he presents him with his QMED diploma recently at the school. Five Complete Lifeboat Class The U.S. maritime industry has seen more radical change and tech> nological advancement in the last 20 years than just ahout any other Amer­ ican industry. And for the American Seafarer who must safely and effi­ ciently handle the advanced equip­ ment on the new ships of today, this technological revolution is more drastic than the tum-of-the-centuiy switchover from sail to steam. All these changes and advance­ ments present the Seafarer, no matter what department he sails in, whh a challenge as well as an important op­ portunity. The seaman is first faced with the challenge of keeping his pro­ fessional seafaring skills on par vdth the changes that have already oc­ curred and those that will occur in the future. At the same time, the modern day seaman has the unique opportunity to advance to new, higher ratings and deep-sea jobs cre­ ated by shipboard advancement. The answer to both challenge and opportunity for today's Seafarer is upgrading at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. Thousands of Seafarers have already taken advantage of the Lundeberg School's vocational and Six Welders Get Diplomas .J '-.^'• ife. h)' . ^''' Instructor Tom Doyle (extreme right) of the Lifeboat course at Piney Point stands by as his latest class exhibits their diplomas. They are, (I. to r.): Awad Abdulla; Ramon Collazo; Chief Steward Scotty McCausland; Gerald McEwen, and J. 0. Mahaffey. HLSS Lifeboat Class Graduates Lifeboat Instructor Abe Easter (center) with five of his latest graduates at Piney Point. From left are: Smead Williams; Edward Perry, Jr.; Amos Jaramillo; Arturo Lopez, and Gerald Barber. Page 28 Welding Course Instructor Pete Schuffels (extreme left) presents class gradu­ ates of (I. to r.): Steven Williamson; Bill Ball; Marvin Lambeth; Randolph Tannis; Rusty Stewart, and Bill King. Chief Cook Graduates HLSS Assistant Director of Vocational Education Joseph Wall (left) gives Chief Cook George Taylor his graduation diploma and congratulations for com­ pleting the Chief Cook Course at Piney Point. Seafarers Log �for Your JdB'Security X. -' y!fMjKt academic courses. As a result, these seamen have new ratings along ^tvlth an increased earning power. The Lundeberg courses are by no means limited to any one working group or age group of Seafarers. The School has a full line of courses for the black gang, the deck and steward departments. A wiper can upgrade through the School all the way to QMED-any rating; a messman can move up to chief steward, and an ordinary seaman can upgrade to ableseaman unlimited any waters, and quartermaster. From the top unli­ censed ratings aboard ship, it is only another few steps to becoming li­ censed if a Seafarer so choose. Upgrading at the Lundeberg School and job security for Seafarers go hand in hand. The industry is changing and we as the professionals who work in it must change right alongside. Complete listings, descriptions and eligibility requirements of all the SILPs upgrading coOrses at the School are carried in each issue of the Sea­ farers Log- Refer to them, see what you are eligible for and apply when you can. Upgrading Is an investment in your QMED instructor Jack Parcel (2d left) with six graduates of his QMED class. From left are: future as a merchant seaman. Spanraft; Walter KImbrough; Philip Huss; John Rlsbeck, and Eugene Hubert. S. Williams; Alben NMC Fosters Unity and Strong Merchant Fleet Continued from Page 6 port for 1975, Maritime Administra­ tion statistics for the first half of 1975 show U.S.-fllag ships have carried a larger percentage of this country's oceanborne general import and export cargo than in 1974, as well as a larger percentage of the tonnage moved in the liner trade. In fostering this growth, the NMC concentrated on two major programs in 1975: conducting shipper forums throughout the country where shippers could question a panel of high-level Sullivan Continued from Page 3 • The rapid growth of Soviet and other state-owned fleets which "repre­ sent a competitive threat with which our present maritime policy is incapable of coping" because these fleets are "guar­ anteed the overwhelming share of their own cargoes and (are) unfettered by traditional market restraints or profit considerations." • The adoption of cargo preference laws and policies by other nations, in­ cluding Algeria, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, France, Japan, Morocco, Pakis­ tan, Peru and Spain. Informing the President that new cargo preference legislation similar to the vetoed measure would be intro­ duced in both the House and Senate in ihe next session of Congress. Rep. Sul­ livan said In her letter "I hope that the continually changing circumstances in the maritime world will cause you to reconsider your opposition." "If such action is not taken sOon,*^ her letter warned, "the U.S.-flag tankers necessary to supplement our fleet will become hopelessly inadequate." - December, 1975 representatives from maritime labor, management and government on U.S.flag maritime service, and expanding their Shipper Advisory Program which consists of 129 international traffic and distribution executives of major U.S. export/import firms who act as ad­ visors to the NMC. 14 Shipper Forums The Council held a total of 14 shipper forums in 1975, as well as at­ tempting to reach U.S. shippers by cosponsoring six forum/trade meetings, participating in two trade fairs, honor­ ing exporters and importers who ex­ celled in supporting U.S.-flag shipping at 10 award dinners and setting up a task force of labor, government and management officials to help resolve problems within the industry. In addition, they held 15 national and regional meetings of the Shipper Advisor Board in 1975 where advisors could meet with MARAD officials to discuss mutual problems facing the shippers and the maritime industry. In 1975 the NMC also made an im­ portant addition to its internal struc­ ture, setting up a Washington Program Committee to develop Council activity in the Capital, the center of most U.S. maritime regulatory action. In its first year, this Committee has called on over 20 government agencies to promote U.S.-flag shipping interests and NMC policies. Dedicated to the revitalization of the U.S. merchant marine and to promoting working cooperation between maritime labor, management and government since its inception, the NMC did much to advance these goals in 1975 and has laid the ground work for even greater advances in the future. 10 Graduate in LNC Course Charlie Nalen (3rd right) head of the HLSS Engine Department, and LNG Instructor BIN Egllnton (extreme left) pose In front of the school with the latest LNG graduating class of (I. to r.): Recertified Bosun Roy Theiss; Mott Arnold; Joe Valle; George Tobin; Mike Ramage; Recertified Bosun Luther Myrex; Richard PlaskowskI; Recertified Bosun Tom Kelsey; William Arlund, and Art Baredlan. Alcoholism: A Major Problem Today Alcoholism is a major problem. One out of every 10 Americans who drink has a serious drinking problem. Alcoholism is a disease. It can he treated. Page 29 �LUNDEBERG SCHOOL EDUCATION • TRAINING • UPGRADING Course Descriptions and Starting Dates Deck Department ( ABLE SEAMAN I. •f: ;1 , "' i ' ?. i'l- iU I l;'f i/l. ti ? The course of instruction leading to endorsement as Able Seaman consists of classroom and practical training to in­ clude; Basic Seamanship; Rules of the Road; Wheel Commands; Use of the Magnetic and Gyro Compass; Cargo Handling; Knots and Splices; Blocks and Booms; Firefighting and Emergency Pro­ cedures; Basic First Aid, Course Requirements: Able Seaman (12 Months—Any Waters)—You must be 19 years of age; have 12 months seatime as Ordinary" Seaman, or be a grad­ uate of HLS at Piney Point and have eight months seatime as Ordinary Sea­ man; be able to pass the prescribed phys­ ical, including eyesight without glasses of no more than 20/100—^20/100 cor­ rected to 20/40—20/20 and have nor­ mal color vision. Able Seaman (Unlimited — Any Wa­ ters)— You must be 19 years of age; have 36 months seatime as Ordinary Seaman or Able Seaman (12 Months); be able to pass the prescribed physical, including eyesight requirements listed above. Starting Dates: October 16. November 28, January 26, March 8. QUARTERMASTER Procedures; Emergency Launching Op­ erations. Included in the course is practi­ cal experience in launching, letting go, rowing arid marieuveririg a lifeboat iti / seas, recovery of man overboard, firefighting and emergency procedures. Course Requirements: Must have 90 days seatime in any department. Starting Dates: October 2, 16, 30; November 13. 28; December 11, 26; January 8, 22; February 5, 19; March 4, 18; April 1. Engine Department tomated Ships; Firefighting and Emer­ gency Procedures, Course Requirements: Must have rat­ ing (or passed examinations for) FOWT, Electrician, Pumpman, Refrigeration En­ gineer, Deck Engineer, Junior Engineer, Machinist, Boilermaker, and Deck En­ gine Mechanic, Must show evidence of at least six months seatime in any one or a combination of the following ratings: FOWT, Electrician, Refrigeration, Pump­ man, Deck Engineer, Machinist, Boiler­ maker, or Deck Engine Mechanic, Starting Dates: October 16; November 13; December 11; January 8: February 5; March 4; April 1. QMED-Any Rating The course of instruction leading to certification as QMED —Any Rating, (Qualified Member of the Engine De­ partment) consists of classroom work and practical training to include: Parts of a Boiler and Their Function; Com­ bustible Control Systems; Steam and ' Water Systems; Fuel Oil Systems; Lubri­ cating Oil Systems; Hydraulic Oil Sysr.^*:: tems; Boiler Construction and Repair, ^ Hand Tools and Their Use; Use of Met­ als; MiPQhine Tool Operation; Com-^, pressed Air Systems; Fundamentals of Electricity; Principles -of Refrigeration; Safe Handling of Combustible Materials; Piping and Valves, Pumps, Evaporators; Auxiliary Diesel Engines; Starting and Securing Main and Auxiliary Diesel En­ gines; Starting and Securing Main and Auxiliary Units; Engineering Casualty . Control; All Codes of Operation of Au- IT'"-"' V "'•y ^ - rv » • iS SiSSB SS ,:J;? Seafarer Bill Goff, who earned his high school diploma through the General Educational Development Program at the Lundeberg School, speaks with the School's Director of Academic Education Margaret Nalen. , iliary Equipment; Starting and Securing Main Engines, Course Requirements: (If you have a Wiper endorsement only)—Must ^e able to pass the prescribed physical, including eyesight without glasses of no more than 20/100—20/100 corrected to 20/50— 20/30 and have normal color vision. Must have six months seatime as Wiper, or be a graduate of HLS at Piney Point and have three months seatime as Wiper, (If you have an engine rating such as Electrician)—^No requirements. Starting Dates: November 3, January 12, February 23, April 5. LIFEBOATMAN DIESELS Fireman-watertender Instructor Jack Parcel (4th left) poses for photo recently with his graduating class of (I. to r.): Paul Ferkl; Steve Williamson: Sean West; David Mull; Choyce Jackson; Jeffrey Murray; Earl Million, and Nelson Bumpas. SIU Scholarship Program These are the scholarships offered: 1. Four-year college degree scholar- •SS3 SSSS « iWf m Starting Dates: October 2, November 13, January 8, February 19, April 1. One college and two post secondary trade/vocational school scholarships are awarded to Seafarers each year. These scholarships have been specially de­ signed to meet the educational needs of Seafarers, Application requirements are geared for the man who has been out of school several years, so you will only be com­ peting with other seamen with similar educational backgrounds. The awards are granted in April, but you should begin your application process now. The course of instruction leading to endorsement as FOWT (Fireman, Watertender and/or Oiler) consists of class­ room work and practical training to in­ clude: Parts of a Boiler and Their Func­ tion; Steam and Water Cycle; Fuel Oil and Lube Systems; Fire Fighting and Emergency Procedures, Also included is practical training aboard one of the ships at the school to include: Lighting a Dead Plant; Putting Boilers on the Line; Changing Burners; Operation of Aux- Ul The course of instruction leading to certification as Quartermaster consists of Basic Navigation instruction to include Radar; Loran; Fathometer; RQF; and also includes a review of Basic Seaman­ ship; use of the Magnetic and Gyro Compass; Rules of the Road; Knots and Splices; Firefighting and Emergency Pro­ cedures, Course Requirements: Must hold en­ dorsement as Able Seaman (Unlimited — Any Waters), The course of instruction leading to certification as Lifeboatman consists of classroom study and practical training to include: Nomenclature of Lifeboat; Lifeboat -Equipment; Lifeboat Com­ mands; Types of Davits and Operating FOWT . ship. This award is in the amount of $10,000, 2. Two-year community or junior col­ lege or post secondary trade/voca­ tional schools scholarships. These awards are in the amount of $5000, The trade/vocational awards offer var­ ious options if you wish to continue shipping. In such a program you may develop a trade or skill which would im­ prove your performance aboard ship, as well as help you obtain a better paying job when you are ashore. Eligibility requirements are as follows: 1, Must be under 35 years of age. This may be waived for Seafarers who have completed one or more years in an accredited college or university, 2, Have not less than two years of actual employment on vessels of companies signatory to Seafarers Welfare Plan (three years for $10,000 scholarship). 3, Have one day of employment on a vessel in the sixth-month period immediately proceeding date of application. The four-week course covers: types, designs, construction and characteristics of various diesel engines; nomenclature and principal design features of all parts of diesel engines; formulas and hydraulic 4, Have 90 days of employment on a vessel in the previous calendar year. Pick up a scholarship application now. They are available in the ports or you may write to the following address and request a copy of the Seafarers Applica­ tion: Seafarers Welfare Plan College Scholarships 275 20th Street Brooklyn, New York 11215 Scholarships For Dependents Four scholarships are awarded to de­ pendents of Seafarers, These four-year scholarships are for $10,000 each at any accredited college or university. If you have three years sea time, encourage your children to apply. They should request the Dependents Application from the above address. Seafarers Log • • ..M �High School Program Is Available to All Seafarers principles; introduction to fuel, air, lubri­ cation and exhaust systems; use of vari­ ous gauges, meters and instruments used on diesel engines; care, operations main­ tenance and recording of diesel engine performance; signals used between bridge and engine room; fundamentals of elec­ tricity and refrigeration; basic fire fight­ ing, first aid and safety. Course Requirements: No require­ ments for those who are not interested in receiving the Coast Guard license. Starling date: January 5. QMED—Any Rating; deck and steward department personnel must hold any rating. Starting Dates: November 28; Decem­ ber II, February 5, March 18. LNG/LPG The course of instruction leading to certification as LNG/LPG crew consists of Basic Chemistry, Tank and Ship Con­ struction, Gasification, Reliquefication Procedures, Inert Gas and Nitrogen Sys­ tems, Instrumentation, Safety and Firefighting, Loading, Unloading and Trans­ porting LNG/LPG. Course Requirements: Engine room personnel must hold QMED—^Any Rat­ ing. Others, Deck and Steward Depart­ ment personnel must hold a rating in their department. WELDING The course of instruction in basic welding consists of classroom and onthe-job training including practical train­ ing in electric arc welding and cutting; and oxy-acetylene brazing, welding and cutting. On completion of the course, an HLS Certificate of Graduation will be awarded. Course Requirements: Engine depart­ ment personnel must hold endorsement as Length of Course: The normal length of the course is four (4) weeks. Starting Date: March 8. HARRY LUNDEBERG SCHOOL OF SEAMANSHIP UPGRADING APPLICATION (Last) (First) Mo./Day/Year (Middle) Address (Street) . Telephone #_ (State) (City) (Area Code) (Zip Code) Book Number District Seniority Date Book Was Issued Port Presently Registered In_ .Port Issued. , Endorsement(s) Now Held _ Social Security #. Piney Point Graduate: • Yes No • (if so, fill in below) Entry Program: From .to. Endorsement(s) Received (Dates Attended) Upgrading Program: From. . Endorsement(s) Received. . to. (Dates Attended) Do you hold a letter of completion for Lifeboat: • Yes • No, Fire Fighting: • Yes • No Dates Available for Training I Am Interested In: DECK AB-12 Months AB Unlimited Quartermaster Lifeboatman STEWARD ENGINE • Electrician • Asst. Cook • QMED • Dk. Eng. • Cook & Baker • FWT • Jr. Eng. • Chief Cook • Oiler • Pumpman • Steward • Dk. Mech. • Machinist • Reefer • Welder • Boilermaker • Advanced Pumpman Procedures. • LNG/LPG • Advanced Electrical Procedures • Diesel • Refrigeration Container Mechanic RECORD OF SEATIME — (Show only amount needed to upgrade in rating checked'above or attach letter of service, whichever is applicable.) SHIP SIGNATURE RATING HELD DATE OF SHIPMENT DATE OF DISCHARGE DATE RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: LUNDEBERG UPGRADING CENTER, PINEY POINT, MD. 20674 •- Name Book No. Address (.Street) I-ast grade completed (City or Town) Steward Department CHIEF STEWARD The course of instruction includes classroom and on-the-job training. The Chief Steward will select food and stores for a long voyage to include nutritionally balanced daily menus. He will partici­ pate in all phases of steward department operations at the school, including com­ missary, bake shop and galley. Course Requirements: Three years seatime in ratings above Third Cook and hold "A" Seniority in the SIU; or six months seatime as Third Cook or Assis­ tant Cook; six months as Cook and Baker; six months seatime as Chief Cook and holder of a Certificate of Satisfac­ tory Completion from the HLS Assis­ tant Cook, Second Cook and Baker, and Chief Cook Training Programs; or 12 months seatime as Third Cook or' As­ sistant Cook, 12 months seatime as Cook and Baker, and six months seatime as Chief Cook, and holder of a Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of the HLS Chief Cook Training Program. Starting Dates: October 2, November 13, December 26, February 5, March 18. ASSISTANT COOK The course of instruction for the rat­ ing Assistant Cook includes classroom and on-the-job training in preparing and cooking fresh, canned and frozen vege­ tables; how to serve vegetables hot, cold or as salad; menu selection of vegetables to attain the best methods for prepara­ tion, portion control, dietary values and serving procedures. Course Requirements: Twelve months seatime in any Steward Department En­ try Rating. Entry Ratings who have been accepted into the Harry Lundeberg School and show a desire to advance in the Steward Department must have a minimum of three months seatime. Starting Dates: October 30, December 11, January 22, March 4. COOK AND BAKER (Zip) Last year attended Complete this form and mail to: Margaret Nalen Director of Academic Education Harry Lundeberg School Piney Point, Maryland 20674 The course of instruction includes classroom and on-the-job training in bak­ December, 1975 The test will be sent to the Lundeberg School for grading and evaluation. Or write directly to the Harry Lun­ deberg School. A test booklet and an answer sheet will be mailed to your home or to your ship. Complete the tests and mail both the test booklet and the answer sheet to the Lundeberg School. (See application on this page.) During your stay at the school, you will receive room and board, study ma­ terials and laundry. Seafarers will pro­ vide their own transportation to and from the school. Following are the requirements for eligibility for the Lundeberg High School Program: 1. One year's seatime. 2. Initiation fees paid in full. 3. All outstanding monetary obliga­ tions, such as dues and loans paid in full. I meet the requirements listed above and I am interested in furthering my edu­ cation. I would like more information on the Lundeberg High School Program. Date of Birth. Name. • • • • Forty-two Seafarers and one Inland Boatman have already successfully com­ pleted studies at the SIU-IBU Academic Study Center in Piney Point, Md., and have achieved high school diplomas. The Lundeberg High School Program in Piney Point offers all Seafarers—re­ gardless of age — the opportunity to achieve a full high school diploma. The study period ranges from four to eight weeks. Classes are small, permitting the teachers to concentrate on the individual student's progress. Any Seafarer who is interested in taking advantage of this opportunity to continue his education can apply in two ways: Go to an SIU office in any port and you will be given a GED Pre-Test. This test will cover five general areas: English Grammar and Literature; So­ cial Studies, Science and Mathematics. I ing bread, pies, cakes and cookies; prep­ aration of desserts such as custards, pud­ dings, conned fruit and gelatin desserts. The Cook and Baker will be able to de­ scribe preparation of all breakfast foods, and be familiar with menu selection of breakfast foods, and bread and desserts for appropriate meals. Course Requirements: Twelve months seatime as Third Cook; or 24 months seatime in Steward Department; six months of which must be as Third Cook or Assistant Cook; or six months as Third Cook or Assistant Cook and a holder of a Certificate of Satisfactory Completion from the HLS Assistant Cook Training Course. Starting Dates: October 2, 16, 30; November 13, 28; December 11, 26; January 8, 22; February 5, 19; March 4, 18; April 1. CHIEF COOK The course of instruction includes classroom and on-the-job training in preparation of soups, sauces and gravies. The student will be able to describe prep­ aration of thickened or clear soups, and explain preparation and use of special sauces and gravies. The Chief Cook will be able to state the primary purpose of cooking meat and define cooking terms used in meat cookery, and describe prin­ ciples and methods of preparing and cooking beef. pork. veal. lamb, poultry and seafood. Course Requirements: Twelve months seatime as Cook and Baker; or three years seatime in the Steward Depart­ ment. six months of which must be as Third Cook or Assistant Cook, and six months as Cook and Baker; or six months seatime as Third Cook or Assist­ ant Cook and six months seatime as Cook and Baker, and holder of a Cer­ tificate of Satisfactory Completion of the HLS Assistant Cook, and Cook and Bak­ er Training Program; or 12 months sea­ time as Third Cook or Assistant Cook and six months seatime as Cook and Baker, and holder of a Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of the HLS Cook and Baker Training Program. Starting Dates: October 16, November 28, January 8, February 19, April 1. Note: Courses and starting dates are subject to change at any time. Any change will he noted in the LOG. Page 31.3.) i �343 Have Donated $100 or More to SPAD The following Seafarers and other concerned individuals, 343 in all, have demonstrated an active interest in participating in political and legislative activities which are vital to both our job security and our social and economic welfare, by volutarily donating $100 or more to the Seafarers Political Activities Donation (SPAD) fund since the beginning of 1975. (The law prohibits the use of any union money, such as dues, initiation fees, etc., for political activities. The most effective way the trade unionist can take part in politics is through voluntary political contributions.) Ten who have realized how important it is to let the SlU's voice be heard in the Halls of Congress have contributed $200, three have contributed $300, and one $600. For the past seven months the LOG has been running the SPAD honor rolls because the Union feels that in the upcoming months our political role t,:ust be maintained if the livelihoods of Seafarers are to be protected. ' Sorel, J. Poulsen, V. Michael, J. Hall,M. Leeper, B. Eddins, J. Bryant, B. Abrams, R. A. Spencer, G. MiUer,G.E. Powers, J. N. Lennon, J. Hall, Jr., L. Edwards, K. Buckley, T. Adams, W. Spiegel, H. Mitchell, R. Leo, A. J. Pow, J. Hall, Sr., W. Ehlers, T. G. Bumette, P. A. Air,R.N. Staples, F. J. MitcheU,W.L. Pretare, G. E. Lewis, J. Hanks, F. Elberson, N. Butts, W. Algina, J. Itephens, G. 'Libby^-Hf Algina, J. F. Itevens, W. W. ^LObedahl, H. ^'Swft^lna, F, Reck, L. G. Fagan, W. C^diz,S. AOen, J. urrick, R. H. Reinosa, J. J & ]|l^ard, C. • Fanning, R. D. Gaffey, J. Ammam, W. ^cLightfootjd P MongellijF. Rettenbacber,W. Swiderski, J. B. Famen, F. Cain, F. N. Almasco, B. • -I h h '' N^ Rhodes, O. Ries,G. pTanner, G. Riley, E. Rivera,' R. Telegados, G. Therman, E. W. iinhsuca, A. Roberts, L. A." Thomas, J. Castle, V. pneiraj J. Tirelli, E. Arle, J. Girignano, L. Aronica, A. Troxclair, H. Amdte,L. Clark, J. W. Clausen, G. dcheivi^ Fischer, H. Morten^pii, 6. J. Robertson, L. igaii^M. P.P tpobertson, T. |! >f Arthofer, P. £ isl. f'i 1 Liiidsey, H.S. ^|l^TOdy, a W. Famer,D. Anderson, D. Gampbdl, A. Campbell, D. Fay, J. Honeycutt, R. Anderson, E. Gapella, F. Hoover, G. L. Anderson, J. E. Garbone, V. Fayad, A. fei^son, M.^ Andicoechea, J. I. Garlip, P. Annis, G. Alpedo, S. J. Loleas, P. Lomas, A. 'MooneyVETX Morris, E. • 1 Taylor, G. Troy, S. Florous, G. D. Manafa, D. I^Mad, M. A, Rondo, G.P. Meyers, J. Royal, F. Gompton, W. Foster, J. Mann, G. Napier, D. E. Ruhl,M. Aubusson, E. Gonklin, K. Frey,G. Mansfield, L. R. Napoli, F. Russo, M. Tyler, E. Uriola, J. Avers, A. Avery, R. H. Gonklin, R. J. Furukawa, H. S. Nash,W. Sacco, J. Vaughan, W. P. Connolly, M. W. Garay, F. Neira, L. Sacco, M. Viles,L. Babkowski, T. Gorletta, P. Garber, D. M. Nelson, J. Saeed, F. WaUace, W. Bartlett, N. Bathia,N.N. Baum, A. J. Goutant, W. E. Cox, E. Grocco, G. Garcia, R. Salazar, H. Walsh, J. Saleh, F. Saleh, H. Weeks,!. White, G. Bellinger, W. Gross, M. Northcutt, J. blivera, W. J. Oneill, D. R. Paladino, F. Salamons, I. White, W. Bentz, H. McFarland, D. R. Pallas, P. Sanchez, M. Wilhum, R. McGarry, F. J. Sawin, M. WUisch, E. P. Schroyer, D. J. Williams, L. Gard, G.L. Gasldll,H. Gaskins, T. '1]|ffortian,'XA.r j^rtin, J. inez, 0. A^ jUdcGartney, G. Kanoa, M. Kastina, A. Kelly, C. KeUy,E. Kemgood, M. ridcGray,J. McGree, J. Mc Elroy, E. Turner, P. Berger, D. u. iii Cunningham, J. M. Gentile, G. Cunningham, W. GUI, P. D. Bernstein, A. Davis, T. Gizzo, W. Kin^ Paradise, L. Papuchis, S. J. \ ^ Bishop, F. A. Deagro, A. Glaze, R. W. King, Parkin, G. G. Scott, G. Wilson, B. Blanton, M. Debarros, M. GUdewell, T. Kle Parrish, J. M. Seabron, S. Bluitt,J. Decbamp, A. Goethe, F. Parsons, L. R. Seager, T. Bonefont, J. D. Demetrias, J. Golder, J. Payne, O. Selzer, R. Wilson, G. Wilson, J. Wingfield,P.G. Bonser, L. Didomenico, J. Goncalves, A. Pecquex, F. Selzer, S. Winquist, G. Bondreau, R. Di Giorgio, J. Gonzalez, G. L. Pelfrey, M. Shappo, M. Boyle, C. Doak, W. J. Gould, R. Peralta, R. Shepard, E. Wolf, P. Worley, M. Boyne, F. Dolgen, D. Gould, T. Perez, J. Sigler, J. Yahia,S. Brady, J. Dotterer, J. Grima, V. Mesford, H. Peth, G. Silver, M. Yarmola, J. Brand, H. Drozak, F. Grissom, F. Messer, G. Porter," J. Smith, H. G. Zeagler, S. Brannan, G. Drozak, P. Guarino, L. Brooks, S. T. Dryden, J. L. Ducote, G. Guertin, L. iI I ir;. (t SI . •> i •? f i Brown, G. A. • :< Browne, G. ''i $7 dm 675 SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION FOURTH AVENUE BROOKLYN, N. Y. 11232 Gutierrez, A. S. Bryan, E. R. I '^• iii- Hall, E. Date. Hall,K.M. Contributor's Name Address. $600 Honor Roll I >' I i > fi'.- Pomerlase, R. in*' (•"; $300 Honor Roll / IfnbakSjH. -4 '>• ;•- iW irf " PulveivE. S.S. No. . i-0 \- V •• y, \rMJl . City . State . Zip Code 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 Seafarer seamen, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to politicial 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 (SiUNA AGLiWD) or of employ­ ment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD at the above address, certified mail within thirty days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if invoiuctary. Support SPAD to protect and further your economic, political and social interests, American trade union concepts and Sealarer seamen. (A copy of our report filed with the appropriate supervisory officer is (or will be) available for purchase from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.) Batchelor, A. Curtis, T. Richardson, N. Befgeria,S. Davl^J.jR. Riddle, D, |Btirke,T. , Fita^tsi^d, J, Teipe, lli:< Gatewdbd,X. . JifXiTU 1^1V,., HMI^P. $200 Honor Roll !S6f, r*'i i !!' ^ ,/, ' Guillen, A. Dulling, L. Dwyer, J. Brown, I. ^ Merson, D. 1 J-!. ~r 'h ' ./• � 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 1970-1979 Description An account of the resource Volumes XXXII-XLI of the 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 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 1975 Description An account of the resource Headlines: U.S. AND RUSSIA SEEK NEW SHIPPING PACT U.S. EMPLOYMENT STAGNANT IN LAST 6 MONTHS BLACKWELL SAYS SUBSIDY HIKE ‘MAY BE NECESSARY’ SULLIVAN URGES FORD TO RECONSIDER CARO PREFERENCE SUPREME COURT TO RULE ON GOVERNMENT CARGO SUBSIDIES NORFOLK SEAFARERS TURN OUT FOR MEETING SIU HITS COAST GUARD ACTION ON PRIVACY WEST COAST DISPUTE SETTLED ON PFEL SHIP SALES FORD ASKED NOT TO IMPOSE USER CHARGES AD HOC COMMITTEE PROMOTS INDUSTRY GROWTH NMC FOSTERS UNITY AND STRONG FLEET EDNEY NAMED TO LOS ANGELES ECONOMIC, BEACH ADVISORY UNITS BENTLEY LEAVES FMC POST AFTER SIX YEARS AS CHAIRMAN HOW BREAK-IN-SERVICE AFFECTS PENSIONS HOW THE EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT INCOME SECURITY ACT OF 1974 AFFECTS SEAFARERS MT. EXPLORER: 2000TH SHIP THRU SUEZ CANAL OUT OF LAYUP, THE S/T MANHATTAN SAILS ON GRAIN RUN TO RUSSIA OIL CARGO PREFERENCE BILL MUST BE ENACTED LAUNCHING A NEW ERA ONE IN TEN… ALCOHOLISM AFFECTS MILLIONS SIU ALCOHOL REHABILITATION CENTER PROVIDES OPPORTUNITY FOR RECOVERY SIU TO HOST SEMINAR ON ALCOHOLISM FOR UNION OFFICIALS AND MEMBERS MANHATTAN OUT OF LAYUP; ON GRAIN RUN UPGRADE AT THE HARRY LUNDEBERG SCHOOL OF SEAMANSHIP FOR YOUR JOB SECURITY 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 12/1/1975 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. XXXVII, No. 12 1975 Periodicals Seafarers Log