http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives_old/files/original/59bd65b0e866fd5403195b0cbdcca582.PDF fc8f9267760125147d59f0e21170aef3 PDF Text Text OFflCIAL 0R6AN OF THI SEAFARERS IIHERNATIONAL UNION • ATUNllt eULF/UKES AND INIAND WATERS DISTRICT • AFL-CIO SEAEiBEMtS Volume 51, Number 6 June 1989 Admiral Butcher Visits SIU Training School SIU Sealift Crewuiembeis Set 'Readiness' Record 3:CD Vice Admiral Paul D. Butcher(left), head of the Navy's Military Sealift Command, discusses operation of the shiphandling simulator at the union's Harry Lundeherg School of Seamanship with course instructor Jim Brown (right) and student "Corky" Anavitate. Page 3. • 'i' • • Nose at U.S. Safety Board Carnival Cruise Lines, the big­ gest foreign-flag passenger line op­ erating out of American ports, has refused to cooperate with an in­ vestigation being conducted by the m THIS • to,Std%,, Islands Union ^ ^ jlhe Ihtemational Transport Workers Federation has sus­ pended issuance of so-called Blue Certificates toforeign-flag ship op­ erators who have labor agree­ ments with the International Mar­ itime Union. The Cayman Islandsbased xMU is associated with District No. l-~ MEBA/NMU; Page 3. fSIU Seeks Closing of Jones Uct Loophole -u, The SIU's Department of Consional and Governmental Af,irs is fighting to close a conimptuous amendment of the Jones I^Ct which allows fpreign-flag ves-| to enter restricted U.S. coastsd ; Known as the Bowatersf ^Amendment, foreign-flag opera­ tors are using this Jones Act loop­ hole's exemptive powers with incieasing frequency. The SIU's positfon-^^ the loophole now^^ •jpage 4. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). The NTSB's probe is a result of a fatal collision be­ tween Carnival's Celebration, with 1,580 mostly American passengers onboard, and a Cuban freighter. "They chose to throw our sub­ poenas back in our faces," said Alan Pollock, a spokesman for the board. The accident occurred shortly before dawn February 10 when the Miami-bound Celebration— operating without its radar in a shallow and popular ship chan­ nel^—rammed and sliced in half a small Cuban cement carrier. Three Cuban seamen were killed and a fourth had a foot severed in the mishap. The SlU-manned United States Naval Ship (USNS) Bellatrix has set a new record for becoming fully operational. The short time­ frame used to prepare the vessel exceeded by three days the 96hour readiness requirement of the U.S. Military Sealift Command. Responding to military orders to carry Panamanian-bound Army cargo, the Bellatrix was ready to sail 22 hours after receiving the Command. A full complement of SIU and MEBA District 2 mem­ bers arrived from all parts of the country to crew the vessel. Captain E. L. Gibson, com­ mander of the Navy's Fast Sealift Squadron One, had high praise for the exercise, termed "Operation Nimrod Dancer." In a telegram to Bellatrix's private sector op­ erator, the Mineola, NY-baSed In­ ternational Marine Carriers (IMC), he said: "From activation to off-load, the captain, crew and machinery of Bellatrix have demonstrated the highest level of motivation and professionalism which has brought credit to themselves, the merchant marine, the U.S. Navy and the United States." Sailing out of Violet, LA, the 946-foot Bellatrix was part of a high-profile deployment of Amer­ ican troops and equipment to Pan­ ama ordered by President Bush last month. The Bellatrix carried a convoy of 150 trucks, armored support vehicles and mobile mortar launchers to support the Fort Polkbased 5th Infantry Division whose soldiers were airlifted into Pan­ ama. The activation was a living dem­ onstration of the maritime private sector's role as the nation's "foil arm of defense." i i-i -n—i/^o coo m-<o c -12- Fourth Arm of Defense in Actio The Bellatrix off-loaded equj ment inside the Miraflores Loci of the Panama Canal, the first tin this operation had been attempt< in the history of the waterwa The activity included simultani ous loading and off-loading of Anr combat cargo by roll on/roll o and by lift on/lift off methods. mOCo : o CJ -I O OZO I -sore o rn. ^the crew . . . of the Bellatrix has demonstrated the highest level of motivation and professionalism\ Advanced preparations by the Army were professionally planned and executed and "when com­ bined with the performance of Bel­ latrix, produced a clockwork op­ eration," said Captain Gibson. In a communication to IMC af­ ter the mission was completed. Captain Gibson said: "... upon short notice, USNS Bellatrix activated, erewed and sailed in record time" and "the crew performance was superior in every respect. Their levels of mo­ tivation from Master to Ordinary and Wiper left nothing warilihg. They prepared and executed a shipboard security plan which was anticipatory of the worst of situContinued on page 8 USCG Can't Investigate Accident Because the cruise ship was registered in Liberia and the ac­ cident happened outside of Amer­ ican waters, the Coast Guard has no legal grounds to investigate the accident, and the NTSB caimot force cooperation from Carnival. The NTSB will conduct a probe, even though Carnival won't co­ operate, because "a lot of Amer­ ican passengers were onboard the ship. And when an incident like this happens, we feel it is incum­ bent upon us to investigate and see what's involved," said Mike Benson, an agency spokesman. Continued on pe^e 8 o o- O z:o :i I'Si- • 'mM'- 1 Bellatrix crewmembers were cited for their skUis hy the coumiander of the U.S. Navy's Fast Sealift Squadron One. •' , �• '4^' SeAFAROtSm : A- .-v President's Report ,l,V ;i'-/ .- y -• • -''-' You would think that at this point in time, the United States would exercise great care to protect its own interests. But often that is not the case. The so-called "cash transfer" program is perhaps one of the most striking examples of a thoughtless and self-defeating method whereby the United States sacrifices its own interests need­ lessly and in many ways at great cost. We in the Seafarers, along with others in maritime, have been fighting for many years to put some sense back in the administration of aid and assistance this nation gives to other nations around the world. Specifically, our beef has to do with the way the Agency for International Development (AID) has misdirected our foreign aid program by promoting increasing use of cash transfers as a means of dispensing our government's economic assistance abroad. :lv v|4 :^^l h • i , " '•' • i :•"•'• '•• •-'•i!'/ ^-•i - -%• -•" ';V Originally, in dispensing aid to foreign nations the United States shipped commodities to recipient countries and great care was taken to make sure that the countries and their citizens knew where the aid commodities came from. And the transportation of the commodi­ ties was subject to the cargo preference laws of our land which meant that U.S.-flag vessels would deliver at least 50 percent of the cargoes. Thus, the aid program helped the recipient nation and its people and it helped those industries in this country that produced the products and services that Uncle Sam was paying for. But it was not all as simple as it sounds for American-flag ship­ ping. From the very beginning of the foreign-aid program and the passage of cargo preference laws, a combination of foreign nations, the U.S. State Department and even some of the American indus­ tries whose commodities Uncle Sam bought for the recipient na­ tions, kept up a running battle in Washington to knock U.S. ships out of the picture. But the Congress held firm throughout. But the Agency for International Development, which is responsi­ ble for the foreign aid program, came up with a gimmick that contradicted the purpose of the program but got around cargo pref­ erence law. That gimmick was the cash transfer, whereby nations . receiving U.S. foreign aid were given cash which meant that they could use the money to buy commodities anywhere outside the United States. Later it was held that cargo preference didn't apply to such purchases. Aside from allowing beneficiary nations to evade use of American ships, the cash transfer enabled recipient nations to quit buying goods made in the United States. So U.S. dollars are used to buy goods made abroad and when these goods are distributed by the recipient country there is not even a suggestion that the U.S. is the benefactor. And foreign ships are delivering the cargoes paid for by American taxpayers who are completely invisible in the whole proc­ ess. Cash Instead of Commodities Not In U.S. Interest The cash transfer method of dispensing foreign aid, which has doubled in 10 years and now amounts to billions of dollars annually, is, in effect, a laundering of U.S. dollars so that none of the benefi­ ciaries are really aware of America's role. If that is smart foreign policy in these times, then we deserve whatever we get. Right now some members of Congress are finding this cash trans­ fer gimmick a matter worthy of attention. An amendment to the foreign aid authorization bill was introduced requiring nations receiv­ ing cash assistance to buy an amount of U.S. commodities equal to the cash received and make shipment of those commodities subject to U.S. cargo preference laws. It was<.approved by a 22-15 vote of the House Foreign Affairs Committee. The administration is op­ posed to it as are many enemies of American-flag shipping. The issue is expected to be brought to the floor of the Congress very shortly. No matter which way it goes, there is growing understanding that unrestricted cash transfers are not in America's interest, and that this unwise, destructive way of concealing America's generosity and contributions to the world at large ought to be corrected. Crewmembers of the Sea-Land Performance are to be congratulated for their diligent efforts to rescue a sailing vessel which had its mast destroyed by a storm. When the first attempt to reach the paralyzed catamaran failed, the crew tried again. That time they were successful and the sailing vessel's crew was brought aboard the Performance. All hands demonstrated a tenadty which makes us proud. : J-,', ;« .:4i4N'V--4- . .J,. -•'•;•> IVoflrefS ifffllV HI HBdiigm Ihges ri^Oer SafOf LHWS UiS. Commodities Were Proof of American Good-Will Role of U.S.-flag Shipping Always Under Attack ••' I SIU Joins Labor's Memorial Day • i-' , ^ . rT, SIU' Headquarters Representative Byron Kelley addressing the Michi­ gan AFL-CIO on Workers Memorial Day in Lansing. SIU members from all over Michigan joined several hundred other union members in Lansing to celebrate Workers Memorial Day. The rally in the state capital was held to honor the thousands of American workers who have died on the job, and to demand more stringent health and safety regu­ lations. The SIU was a co-sponsor of the rally. More than 10,000 men and women die each year of workrelated accidents in the United States, said SIU Headquarters Representative Byron Kelley, a rally speaker. "Since we sat down in this room, 51 minutes ago, we have lost an­ other brother or sister to a fatal accident. Every 47 minutes an­ other worker dies," he said. "Laws and regulations must be made which mandate and enforce safe practices in safe surround­ ings, Bottom line profits of the employer must never be allowed to outweigh concern for human safety," Kelley added. One of the major causes of workrelated deaths and injuries is the use of dangerous chemicals. Reg­ ulations regarding the labeling of these deadly chemicals vary from state to state. Because of a drive spearheaded by Michigan unions, the state has a strong "right to know" law. Volume 51, Number 6 Right to know laws mean employ­ ers must label workplace chemi­ cals with the product's name, its hazards, protective measures and first aid procedures, along with other information. If that information is not avail­ able, union representatives argue, the chemicals could be mishandled and explode or bum causing se­ rious injury or death. In addition to the label require­ ments under Michigan's right to know law, workers must be trained to handle dangerous chemicals, and detailed Material Safety Data Sheets are kept accessible to workers who might have concerns or questions about the substances they work with. Right to know laws also give workers the right to refuse to han­ dle dangerous chemicals which do not meet the law's labeling and training requirements, and the right to report such employers without fear of reprisals. Workers Memorial Day was the first national observance orga­ nized by the AFL-CIO and its affiliated unions to emphasize workers' concerns about the high number of job-related injuries, ill­ nesses and deaths. The observ­ ance signaled the administration and Congress that unions are in­ tensifying their efforts to improve the nation's safety and health laws. June 1989 (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 fAuth'heUnion;LOG Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSC Prince Georges, Maryland 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER; Send address changes to the LOG, 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. President, Michael Sacco; Secretary-Treasurer, Joe DiGiorgio; Executive Vice President, Joe Sacco; Vice President Collective Bargaining, Angus "Red" Campbell; Vice President Atlantic Coast, Jack Caffey; Vice President Gulf Coast, Thomas Glldewell; Vice President West Coast, George McCartney; Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters, John Fay; Vice President Government Services, Roy Mercer. Communications Department Director, Jessica Smith; Managing Editor, Mike Hall; Associate Editors, Max Hall and Deborah Greene; Design Consultant, Dennis Goris. . • -sivv?; �• •;• mi, 1989 • -• • ' 'X'. " Admiral Bukher, Sealift Head, Insperts SlU .V •- '"r. Admiral Butcher talks with weiding instructor Biii Foley (right). Vice Admiral Paul D. Butcher, who commands the logistical ef­ forts of the military—including utilization of merchant ships—has personally inspected the SIU's training facility at Piney Point. The vice admiral who is com­ mander of the Military Sealift Command, reviewed every aspect of the school and met with stu­ dents, instructors and staff. Vice Admiral Butcher studied the Lundeberg School's voca­ tional program—including crane operations, sealift maintenance curriculum and simulator training. The MSG commander met with students participating in deck, en­ gine and steward department classes. He also spoke with students working towards their college de­ grees through the school's aca­ demic enrichment courses. In the Manpower office. Vice Admiral Butcher tracked the union's dispatching operation. The MSG commander's visit in­ cluded a tour of the Paul Hall Library, the school's grounds and training and recreation center. Vice Admiral Butcher assumed the commander post of MSG in December of last year. A West Virginia native. Vice Admiral Butcher joined the Navy in 1948. Prior to assuming his current po­ sition with MSG, Vice Admiral Butcher served as deputy com­ mander in chief and chief of staff, U.S. Atlantic Fleet. Military Sealift Command is the U.S. government's single manager for ocean transportation for the Department of Defense (DOD). The agency also provides direct support for all Navy fleets and DOD special missions at sea. •JM i: til I• i'i w Vice Admiral Butcher (seated center) observes the union's computer­ ized manpower program. With the MSG commander are Manpower Goordinator Bart Rogers (left), Assistant Vocational Education Direc­ tor William Hellwege, Assistant to the Vice President Robert Glinton, Director of Vocational Education William Eglinton, SHLSS Vice Presi­ dent Ken Gonklin and SIU Department of Gongresssional and Govern­ mental Relations Director Nick Marrone. ITF Fair Practices Committee To Probe IMU Status fci%" !•• The International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) has suspended issuance of so-called Blue Gertificates to foreign-flag ship operators under contract to a Grand Gayman Island-based sea­ men's organization with connec­ tions to the Marine Engineers Beneficial Association District 1/ National Maritime Union (NMU). The action was taken at sessions of the Fair Practices Gommittee of the ITF's Seafarers Section held in London from May 22-26. The ITF's Dockers division also held meetings, followed by a joint sea­ farer/longshoremen session. The ITF's membership consists of unions representing rail, air, high­ way and maritime workers en­ gaged in all modes of transporta­ tion within the free world. The seafarers section met to review organizational policy, the past year's activities and collec­ tive bargaining agreements. In an­ other important action, the sea­ farers adopted a resolution reaffirming the jurisdiction of longshoremen and pledging sup­ port for dockers worldwide. Attending the ITF meetings were representatives of national sea­ men's and dockers' unions from Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Britain, Ganada, Gyprus, Denmark, Finland, France, West Germany, Greece, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Malta, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zea­ land, Nigeria, Norway, Pakistan, Panama, Philippines, Portugal, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switz­ erland, Trinidad and Tobago and the United States. Observers were present from Ireland, Kiribati and Sri Lanka. In temporarily curbing the Gayman Islands-based International Maritime Union (IMU), the ITF acted after questions had been raised by American unions, in- Followiiig the ITF Seafarers Section discussions through simultaneous translation are SIU President Michael Sacco, (left), MEBA 2 President Raymond McKay and SIU of Ganada President Roman Gralewicz. • •f- eluding the SIU, about the legiti­ macy of the IMU's activities. At the ITF meeting, the matter was referred to a subcommittee for review and determination of the IMU's status as an American labor organization. The ITF action was requested because the IMU has represented itself as an American union to operators of U.S.-owned foreignflag vessels and to foreign sea­ men's unions. The iMU's president. Shannon Wall, told a February meeting of the North American ITF caucus that the Gayman Islands-based group is not an American union. Wall formerly headed the National Maritime Union prior to its merger with MEBA District 1. He cur­ rently holds the title of executive vice president of District No. 1— MEBA/NMU. It was pointed out at the session that the IMU had hot met any of the criteria which would qualify it as an American union. Under ITF policy, a bona fide national union has jurisdiction to organize foreign-flag vessels which are owned by citizens of the same nationality. The ITF allows the national union(s) of the "benefi­ cially-owned" vessel the first right to representation of crewmembers. Procedurally, the ITF approves a collective bargaining agreement if the contract between a member union and the beneficially-owned vessel meets ITF acceptable standards. Upon acceptance, the ITF issues the signatory company a "Blue Gertificate," which ena­ bles the vessel's owners to say it is operating as a union contracted company. At the London meeting, the ITF ruled that—^pending the investi­ gation on IMU's nationality and legitimacy—it will not approve the labor agreements submitted by the Gayman Islands-based group and Blue Gertificates will not be issued to IMU operators. The subcommittee reviewing the IMU's status will report on its findings at the next meeting of the ITF's Fair Practices Gommittee scheduled for August. • SIU Vice President John Fay (left), and SIU International Represen­ tative Edd Morris pictured during the ITF meeting. Among the Americans attending the ITF meetings were SIU Pres­ ident Michael Sacco, SIU Vice President John Fay, SIU Inter­ national Representative Edd Mor­ ris, MEBA 2 President Raymond McKay, ILA President John Bow­ ers, ILA President-Emeritus Teddy Gleason, ILA Gounsel Tom Gleason, ILA General Organizer Tony Pimpinella, FOG Goordinator— U.S. (ILA) John Sansone, ILWU President Jim Herman, NMU Vice President Rene Lioeanjie-who also serves as an IMU vice president, NMU/ITF Inspector Spiro Var­ gas, MEBA 1 Vice President Fred Schamann, and Pat King of the MM&P. Representing the SIU of Ganada were the organization's President Roman Gralewicz and SecretaryTreasurer Andy Boyle. 'r*f �IR^ 1.'". •• 4 it?{i|:f®^- • Uj f.j '''-, • iti; '*•'''. ^;ri •• .1 Pi p!v^. '-s; -'-u' ^'•4x '-"r-x-•-•'•X l'*"''. • ;.-' • '.; •• , "' %-'-'X:} ••:. If''" "'lii'i'-'i'1' ' Tii'ii 1 1 f -•liiii' i' III'' ' Seafarers Political Action Update SlU Fights Jones Act Loophole The SIU is lighting to close a 30-year-old legislative loophole which is taking cargo away from U.S.-flag shipping companies. Recently, the U.S. Customs Service interpreted a little known exemption to the Jones Act, known as the Bowaters Amendment, in such a way that foreign-owned companies are competing with U.S.-flag barge operators for do­ mestic shipping work. Congress never intended for the Bowaters Amendment to open the door to Jones Act shipping for foreign-owned companies, said Nick Marrone, director of the SIU's department of congressional and governmental affairs. Marrone testified at a recent oversight hear­ ing of the House Merchant Marine Subcommittee. Marrone said recent Customs Service rulings allowing a foreignowned company to transport sludge from a dredge site to a dumping area five miles off the San Diego coast would not pass legal muster. Customs, in granting recent Bow­ aters waivers, has completely ig­ nored the criteria for such exemp­ tions specified in the law, noted Marrone. './Q, : Customs is allowing foreign-owned ships in U.S. coastal trade Marrone warned if Customs' loose and erroneous interpretation of the Bowaters Amendment did not stop. Congress would be called on to pass legislation designed to close the loophole completely. Marrone told the subcommittee, "the SIU urges, and indeed sup­ ports, any effort... to amend and clarify the application of the Jones Act" so the incursion by foreignflag companies on domestic ship­ ping is brought to an end. |-:-;K p'iSi ,E; '- ^ '''jP'" -'P ^ ^ .•••• • ;V. '•• '• P : smr'- -X:-};: ' " 1 '^' " "'''' "'' SUfUtCllSiOG ••'•; ,;. .:• v.^ History of Amendment The history of the Bowaters Amendment demonstrates how even a small loophole in the Jones Act can be abused. In 1958, when the Bowaters Amendment was en­ acted, the SIU warned of just such a possibility. Under the Jones Act, American coastwise trade is restricted to U.S.-owned and operated com­ panies. Prior to 1958, foreignowned companies operating in the U.S. were allowed to transport their own goods on their own ships or barges, from the manufacturing site to a delivery point. However, foreign-owned companies were not allowed to carry goods reserved for U.S. ships under the Jones Act. In 1958, two foreign-owned companies were using their ves­ sels to deliver goods to them­ selves. After unloading their caigo, vessels of these two companies were forced to sail back empty. The foreign-owned companies claimed this was a hardship. The Bowaters Amendment created certain conditions which would allow the foreign-owned compa­ nies to carry cargo to avoid these so-called hardships. Customs Ignores Criteria In Bowaters Amendment Today, Customs is granting Bowaters waivers to foreign-owned companies which compete di­ rectly with American-flag opera­ tors. The Bowaters Amendment specifies that foreign-owned com­ panies applying for the exemption may only be involved in shipping incidentally. Foreign-owned operators ap­ plying for Bowaters waivers today are involved in shipping in a big way. But sophisticated accounting procedures—such as selling their vessels and leasing them back— make it possible to underestimate the true scope of their shipping activities. The most recent example of how the Bowaters waiver is being abused was a decision by Customs to allow foreign-owned Wright Schuchart to transport sludge from a dredging operation for the Navy. Wright Schuchart is competing directly with American-flag oper­ ators for the work. Moreover, by granting the waiver, the Customs Service unilaterally expanded the scope of the Bowaters Amend­ ment beyond minerals and man­ ufactured goods. Customs' decision met with widespread criticism, which was why the subconunittee scheduled an oversight hearing. MTD Calls for Cargo Policy Testifying before the House Merchant Marine Subcommittee, Maritime Trades Department Na­ tional Field Coordinator Frank Pecquex said that only a steady and abundant amount of cargo will ensure a viable merchant marine with military sealift capabilities. Referring to the increasing num­ ber of vessels in the U.S. Ready Reserve Force, Pecquex pointed out that idle ships do not keep skilled seafarers and shipyard workers employed and available for national defense needs. The representative of the fed­ eration of maritime and maritimerelated industry unions called on the U.S. government to develop a clear cargo policy. Without a com­ prehensive plan of action directed towards increasing the amount of cargo for U.S.-flag vessels, Pec­ quex warned, trained mariners "simply won't exist, and we won't have time to create them. In war­ time, there are no shortages of cargo, in peacetime, we must re­ member the lessons of war." SIU Legislative Representative Liz DeMato (center) briefs a group of SIU members on legislation pending before Congress which affects the maritime industry and seafaring jobs. The Lundeberg School upgraders were in Washington, DC visiting Capitol Hill as part of their union education curriculum. Legislation Would Have Foreign Aid Shipped on American-Flog Vessels The SIU has thrown its support behind legislation which would re­ turn U.S. foreign aid cargoes to American ships with U.S. crews. Rep. Robert Torricelli (D-NJ) has introduced legislation which would reform this country's socalled cash transfer program which has been increasingly used as a form of American foreign aid. Simplified, cash transfer means the U.S. government gives money to another country to purchase needed commodities. Few strings are attached as to what kinds of goods may be bought, where they may be bought and how they may be shipped. Many of these coun­ tries are taking U.S. money and buying foreign goods, shipped on foreign-flag vessels. U.S. aid, provided by American taxpayers, should be used to pur­ chase American products and commodities, not to subsidize for­ eign jobs and to purchase foreign products at our expense, the SIU Department of Congressional and Governmental Affairs stated. Traditional foreign aid, espe­ cially following World War II, pro­ vided foreign countries with com­ modities made or grown in the U.S. Fifty percent of those ship­ ments were carried on Americanflag ships. The Torricelli Amendment will ensure that American agriculture, American workers and the Amer­ ican economy benefit by ensuring that recipients of cash aid buy and ship American. The amendment will encourage commodity, project - type and and other traditional forms of for­ eign aid so that American foreign aid is provided, through additional U.S. farm commodities, goods and services. Under the amendment, when cash aid is provided, nations re­ ceiving U.S. cash will be required to enter into agreements to buy American goods, services, and whenever possible, commodities. Other reforms provided by the Torricelli Amendment include: • Aliowing the recipient of U.S. cash to make purchases within that countiy. • Applying U.S.-flag shipping requirements. • Ensuring that the purchases and ports of departure are distrib­ uted equitably throughout the United States. • Providing for GAG account­ ing of U.S. cash aid. Backers of the amendment say it would help reduce the U.S. trade and budget deficits and help Amer­ ican farmers overcome the crisis they are facing. Dehttse Cargo Ruk: 100% Oa US. Skips U.S.-flag shipping companies stand to gain millions of dollars in business now that the Department of Defense has adopted new reg­ ulations bringing it into compli­ ance with the 1904 Cargo Prefer­ ence Act. The new hiles, which went into effect May 31, require that all American military caigo be shipped on U.S.-flag vessels, as required by the 1904 Act. In 1986, the Navy got around the 1904 Act rules by claiming that some of the cargo it had shipped was not actually govern­ ment property until it was deliv­ ered and therefore not covered by the Act. "The regulation no longer limits the application of U.S.-flag re­ quirements to supplies that are owned by the DOD at the time of ocean shipment," a defense de­ partment announcement said in stating the new policy. Rep. Helen D. Bentley (R-MD) estimated that the new regulations could provide as much as $250 million annually to U.S. ship op­ erators. DON! fORGET—CONTRIBUTE TO SPADI �ir; V''"V""-^'• . ."Mr-''ir*' '- -•"•*-• • • • ' •" "•'• '"'••iv ^ .'"v'5' •• '. "i't"' • ' ."'v •' •• I " v'"'' *'•''• '" '' '•• -•' ' ' '• '"'• • •• :' '' '•• JUNE, 1989 Paners Recommendations Become Legislative Proposal A new comprehensive maritime package which would revamp op­ erating subsidies, shipbuilding programs, tax incentives and other maritime laws, was introduced by three key industry supporters in the House of Representatives. The omnibus legislation is de­ signed to implement the recom­ mendations of the President's Commission on Merchant Marine and Defense, which studied the maritime industry for three years. Representatives Charles Ben­ nett (D-FL), Helen D. Bentley (RMD) and Walter B. Jones (D-NC) announced the introduction of the bill on Maritime Day. Bentley called the legislation, "a bipartisan effort ... it does not have everything, it's not per­ fect, but this may be the spark we need to get things turned around." The legislation's proposals are almost identical to the Defense Commission's recommendations. Because the bill is tied so closely to the national defense role of the merchant marine, the first hear­ ings on the measure will take place before the Sea Power and Stra­ tegic and Critical Materials Sub­ committee of the House Armed Services Committee. Bennett, the subcommittee's chairman, said he hopes the bill will pass Congress as an entire package. "There is no reason to think the administration won't be favorable ... prospects are good for a cooperative spirit" from var­ ious segments of the maritime community, he added. The estimated price tag of the legislation—$13 billion over a 10- year span—with $10 billion ear­ marked for various shipbuilding programs. But Congressman Bennett es­ timates the government could ex­ pect about $11 billion in revenue if enacted. Income to the govern­ ment would result from increased federal, state and local tax contri­ butions, chartering fees from more ship construction and funds gen­ erated from greater shipyard and deepsea employment. Specifically, the omnibus mari­ time legislation proposes: • Operating subsidy reform mainly for liner operators. The reform would allow subsi­ dies for foreign-built, but U.S.registered ships. It would allow ODS operators to acquire foreignbuilt ships for a limited period of time. Those ships would be eligi­ ble for ODS and government pref­ erence cargo, but operators would be required to build one ship in a U.S. yard for every vessel built overseas. • A procure and charter pro­ gram. The bill would establish a re­ volving fund for design and con­ struction of militarily useful, com­ mercial dry and liquid cargo vessels in American shipyards. • Increasing to 100 percent the amount of government-owned or government-compelled cargo to be carried on U.S. ships. Currently, only military cargo meets the 100 percent mark. Un­ der existing cargo preference laws, 50 to 75 percent of other govern­ ment cargo is shipped on Ameri­ can-flag vessels. Admiral Towing tugs woridng with the U.S.S. Lexington during a transfer from the Naval Air Station to the port of Pensacola. SlU-Crewed Pensacola Tugs Bring Lady Lex to New Home While hundreds of residents watched, SlU-crewed Admiral Towing tugs brought the U.S.S. Lexington to its new berth in downtown Pensacola, FL. The aircraft carrier's previous docking facility at the Pensacola Naval Air Station is being readied for the U.S.S. Kitty Hawk. The transfer of the nation's old­ est operational carrier to the port of Pensacola was covered by local TV station, Channel 3, and the Pensacola News Journal because it was the first time the Lexington docked on city property. In antic­ ipation of the vessel's arrival, work had begun last spring to modify a city dock and to dredge the chan­ nel. Affectionately called the "Lady Lex," the vessel carried many special guests on her trip to down­ town Pensacola, including area mayors, county commissioners, school board members, state and national politicians. Because the carrier leaves on short training missions. Admiral Towing tugs are kept busy towing the aircraft carrier in and out of Pensacola's waters. The Lexing­ ton is the Navy's foremost pilot training ship. SIU Tugs Do Navy Towing Four Admiral Towing tugs—the Maryland, Michigan, Tennessee and New Mexico—are fiilly con­ tracted to the Naval Air Station. Admiral Tpwing's Maine and Pennsylvania are available to the Navy on an as-needed basis. In addition to Navy work. Ad­ miral Towing tugs have towed for­ eign vessels calling on the port of Pensacola. Recently, the tugs towed a four-masted schooner, the Juan Sebastian del Cano. SiU-crewed Admiral Towing tugs have been handling the Na­ vy's tug work in Pensacola since July of 1986. Oil Spill Plan Gains Momentum SIU members learn of the omnibus maritime bill while meeting with the union's legislative representatives in Washington, DC. Pictured above are Ed Aldrete, Bobby Branham, Anna F. Buyvid, Tony Cheesebrew, Horace L. Cooper, Ron Corgey, Howard Gibson, Michael S. Gomes, Mark Hoffman, Nathan Hollander, Curtis Jackson, Mustari Lalong, Alberto Matos, Steve Martin, Phil Neergaard, Sean Ryan, Frank Sessa, Kevin Starkey, Jake Troutwine, Leonard Wilcox, Kelly Wood and Roberto Zepeda. A $^ million oil spill liability fund has been proposed by the Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee of the House of Rep­ resentatives. The money would be used to quicken cleanup efforts and compensate oil spill victims who suffer damages. While the administration and the legislative branch are divided over a number of issues, prospect s for the creation of an oil spill liability fund look good. "It's un­ fortunate," said Rep. W. J. Tauzin (D-LA), "but Valdez has given this legislation the kind of mo­ mentum it needs." The legislation, which was in­ troduced by Rep. Walter B. Jones (D-NC) and labeled HR 1465, passed its first congressional hur­ dle when it was recently reported out of the House Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Navigation. An area of controversy arising from the bill's present formulation is the question of existing state laws governing oil spill responses. The oil spill liability fund legisla­ tion as amended would replace existing state statutes. Elected of­ ficials from coastal states have expressed concern over this as­ pect of the legislation. While the government would have an immediate $500 million to allocate to an oil spill cleanup, individual company liability is not waived. Under the plan, private tanker responsibility would be set at $500 a gross ton to a maximum of $78 million. The company's $78 million would represent the first funds assigned to cover cleanup costs,.restoration of damaged natural resources and damages to third parties such as fishermen. Under the legislation, the pres­ ident would have the right to change the $500 million limit if it was deemed necessary by extremely onerous circumstances. The legislation proposes that the government's oil spill liability fund be directly financed by a 1.3 centper-barrel fee on domestic and imported oil. �• ;_- 1 •;_ .. V ,.!A.'-, , • SEAFARERS LOG m immME GROUPS PUDGE SUPPORT FOR U.S. SHIPPING -':S' 'VvT'"'':. Maritime Day Is Marked Across America, Merchant Marine Veterans Are Honored Around the country, Maritime Day was marked by celebrations of American maritime heritage and tributes to merchant mariners who gave their lives in war. Industry, government, military and union representatives took the oppor­ tunity to call for strengthening the efforts to rebuild the U.S. mer­ chant marine. In a Department of Transpor­ tation Merchant Marine Memorial Service held in Washington, DC, SIU Executive Vice President Jo­ seph Sacco, speaking before the audience of maritime industry and government officials said: "To those who have gone be­ fore us, who have given their lives so that America can remain free, I and the people gathered here ^We will not rest until we rebuild the maritime industry . —Joseph Sacco make a pledge. We will not rest until we rebuild the maritime in­ dustry. We are part of a continu­ ous chain and we will do our part to see it is not broken." Citing the administration's com­ mitment to the industry. Secretary of Transportation Samuel Skinner noted he was the first cabinet of­ ficial to participate in a Maritime Day service. Congresswoman Helen Bentley (D-MD) announced the introduc­ tion of omnibus maritime legisla­ tion—a. comprehensive bill which proposes to implement recom­ mendations listed in the fourth and final report of the Commission on Merchant Marine and Defense. The day provided an opportu­ nity to reflect on this nation's maritime heritage. SIU Vice Pres­ ident Sacco said: '•I* "This is the day we pay respect to the memory of those who lost their lives at sea. The United States has a rich and diverse maritime heritage, and by remembering it, we are honoring what is best about this nation. "We are honoring the seafarers, the people who brought the first settlers to America's shore; the fishermen, who fought the seas to feed the early colonists; the inland boatmen, who opened up this na­ tion's heartland; the deep-sea sail­ ors, who braved certain death to transport troops and cargo over­ seas." Heroic Deeds Cited Deputy Maritime Administrator William Creelman noted that past lack of recognition for private mariners who died in war was the reason memorial ceremonies are now held in their honor on Mari­ time Day. Representing maritime opera­ tors in the DOT service was James Amoss, chairman and chief ex­ ecutive officer of Lykes Brothers Steamship Company. Amoss cited the heroic deeds of Lykes and other companies' crewmembers in World War II. He reminded the SIU trainees face the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Color Guard during the Department of Transportation's merchant marine memorial service. Lyle Davis (left), Thomas Williamson and Michael Dykema are pictured in front. Alton Berrian is in background. audience of the many merchant seamen who were captured by the Germans and held in prison camps during the war. C.W. (Bill) Daulley, vice pres­ ident of District 1— MEBA/NMU said merchant mariners of WWII deserve the nation's honor and memory. These men upheld the merchant marine tradition of ready in peace, essential in war, he said. SHJ Vice President Joseph Sacco participates in DOT's merchant marine memorial service. Actions to Revitalize Industry SIU Vice President Sacco summed up the mood of the day: "It is not enough to set aside a day to honor the maritime indus­ try. Statues and proclamations are indeed important, but by them­ selves they are meaningless. What we need now is action, a compre­ hensive program to revitalize the American-flag merchant marine. We need unity and we need lead­ ership. We need ships and mari­ ners; policies which will promote our industry; educational pro­ grams that will enable us to com­ pete, and government officials who understand the importance of sealift." Cassidy Says Time Is Now For U.S. Maritime Industry Growth In an upbeat Maritime Day pres­ entation, General Duane H. Cas­ sidy recalled that 170 years ago the first American-built steamship crossed the Atlantic. He said: "... just as that first trans-At­ lantic steamer began a new era of international trade and economic growth, I believe that we are about to enter an equally revolutionary chapter of maritime history." Speaking to a Washington, DC Propeller Club audience made up of government officials, represen­ tatives from maritime companies and unions, Cassidy talked about creating an awareness of our her­ itage as a maritime nation. "His­ tory clearly demonstrates that the U.S. merchant marine is the fourth arm of defense," said Cassidy, who serves as commander in chief of the United States Transporta­ tion Command (TRANSCOM). During WWII, General Cassidy said, the United States lost more than 700 merchant ships, and 5,600 mariners were killed or missing, thousands injured, and 609 were prisoners of war. "I've been to the Seafarers Harity Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Maryland—I've seen the honor roll of mariners who died serving their country," he said, referring to the plaque in the union's Paul Hall Library list­ ing SIU men lost in WWII. Citing evidence of steady growth in international commerce and fi­ nance through the year 2000, Cas­ sidy asked: "Why can't the United States maritime industry get a share of that? Can you imagine the impact if U.S. companies could get 10 percent of those shipbuilding or­ ders and U.S.-flag shipping could carry 20 percent of that com­ merce?" The Right Moment in Time Noting that "this is the right moment in time for a recovery," the TRANSCOM commander called for: "All of the government orga­ nizations that can impact on this industiy, the National Security Council, the Department of Trans­ portation, the Department of Commerce, the Department of State, as well as the Department of Defense, should work together to restore the health of the mari­ time industry .. ." He called for cooperation within Congress, among union and in­ dustry officials and from grass­ roots organizations such as the National Defense Transportation Association, the Navy League and the Propeller Club. Cassidy told the audience, "All of these groups are ready now to work together on the tasks before us. "... if all these people—^with all this talent—are headed in the same direction—and stay com­ mitted to the long haul—we will ultimately succeed. And in years to come, we will look back to National Maritime Day 1989 as the moment in time when our recovery efforts began," General Cassidy said. -v .A �.m.iiiriwijiw<»'n-iiB«aiw«aa^ I' •• ' ' : ^ JUNE, 1989 •j Amerkan Merchant Marine Veterans Memorial Dedicated A memorial honoring merchant marine veterans was dedicated in San Pedro, CA on Maritime;Day. The statue depicts two 7-foot fig­ ures of merchant seamen climbing an authentic Jacob's ladder after a rescue at sea. Wilmington, CA artist Jasper D'Ambrosi designed the tribute, but died prior to its completion. His two sculptor sons—Marc and Michael—finished the project which stands at the entrance to John S. Gibson Park and is adja­ cent to the Los Angeles Maritime Museum. The memorial—^from the time when it was just an idea to its completion—was initiated and brought to life by affiliates of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades De­ partment Port Council of the Los Angeles area. Attending the dedication were SIU Vice President George McCartney, MFOW President Whitey Disley, SUP Branch Agent William Berger and SIU Port Agent Don Anderson. A replica of the San Pedro statue which pays tribute to merchant marine veterans. Stamp Remembers Steamboat Era In a first-day-of-issue ceremony at the Delta Queen Steamboat Co.'s terminal in New Orleans, the Postal Service has issued five commem­ orative stamps honoring steam­ boats. Celebrating the golden age of paddlewheelers, the stamps pic­ ture five vessels: the Experiment, the Phoenix, the New Orleans, the Washington and the Walk-in-theWater. At one time, 11,000 steamboats plied the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers. Today the refurbished Delta Queen and the newer Mississippi Queen continue the paddlewheel tradition. The Postal Service offers a $5.00 booklet containing the 25-cent stamps. Richard Schlecht, the art­ ist for last year's tugboat stamps, designed the steamboat commem­ orative series. Historical Contribution John Fitch built the Experiment in 1788. It became a commercial vessel in 1790 and carried passen­ gers on the Delaware River be­ tween Philadelphia and Burling­ ton, NJ. Launched in 1809, John Ste­ vens' Phoenix made what was then a perilous journey from New York to the Delaware River. Its captain, Moses Roger, gained fame later by guiding the steamship Savan­ nah on the first transatlantic steamship voyage. Robert Fulton designed the New Orleans, which was launched near Pittsburgh in 1811. The first U.S. steamboat to travel in western waters, the New Orleans made a pioneering 2,000-mile journey in September of 1811 and reached New Orleans in January 1812. . The San Pedro-hased American Merchant Marine Veterans Memorial was dedicated in a Maritime Day ceremony which included speakers Congresswoman Helen Bentley and Senator John Breaux. MSC Holds Sealift Wreath-Placing Ceremony In a tribute to merchant mariners who gave their lives for democracy and the nation, the Military Sealift Command held a service and wreath-laying ceremony at the Washington Navy Yard on Maritime Day. Pictured above is MSC Conunander Rear Admiral Paul D. Butcher, who led the ceremony (left). SIU trainees and upgraders in background are: Robert Corbett (left), James Smith, William Rose, Anthony Crockett, Thomas Kreutzer, Michael Dykema, Robert Moore, Brian Lushia, Thomas Williamson, Juan Melendez, John Huyett and Joseph CuUison. Henry Miller Shreve, called the father of the steamboat, designed j«iJ ' i I/, / pfKwiii fA .11 Wilk m tir IsTs" The U.S. Postal Service steam­ boat commemorative series of 25cent stamps. the Washington, which was launched in Wheeling, WV in 1816; Shreve's innovations included boilers below deck, a second en­ gine, and the twin, crowned stacks and "layer cake" style which we associate with steamboats. Lf/'i Finally, Noah Brown built the Walk-in-the-Water in 1818. The first steam vessel on Lake Erie, the boat carried passengers, mail and cargo in two days or better between Buffalo and Detroit. Steamboats had several advan­ tages over earlier forms of water transportation. The vessels were able to travel through shallows and sandbars and sail against the cur­ rent. Steamboats replaced timber rafts, which had carried cargo pre­ viously on American rivers. ••1, .i Labor's Stomp Club Arranges SIU Label On 'First Da/ Stamps The Samuel Gompers Stamp Club arranged for the SIU logo to appear on the first-day-of-issue envelopes which used the com­ memorative steamboat series stamps. The club promotes trade union topics in the world of stamps and stamp collecting. Named after the founding president of the Ameri­ can Federation of Labor, the or­ ganization consists of active and retired unionists and others inter­ ested in labor. Since its founding in 1980, the club has arranged collector envel­ opes with commemorative post­ marks for the world congress of the International Transport Work­ ers' Federation and numerous other labor conventions. The Gompers Stamp Club has produced first day covers for the Frances Perkins, George Meany and Organized Labor stamps. Just as the club arranged to have the steamboat series issued in cov­ ers for the SIU, it has negotiated similar projects with labor orga­ nizations and the stamps honoring Franklin Roosevelt, Eleanor Roosevelt, Harry Truman, A. Philip Randolph,xthe International Labor Organization and Social Se­ curity. The organization is headed by Edwin Schmidt, who serves as the club's secretary-treasurer. An ex­ pert on postal regulations, Schmidt is the AFL-CIO director of mailing and reproduction. Schmidt points out that the club symbol is a three-cent Samuel Gompers stamp from 1950. The club has lobbied the Postal Service successfully to set up postal sub­ stations at union conventions. These sub-stations provide serv­ ice to delegates and promote union organizations with special cancellation marks. Union members and others in­ terested in joining may contact the Samuel Gompers Stamp Club at P.O. Box 1233, Springfield, VA 22151. ••; • • • ••i'l �m. 8 '::rM':> IV.;-~y4 Ik: ] }:'' ^ • 1-- ••••'. SCAfAKRS lOG ' •.' • pSKl® Cruise Line Won't Ceoperate With US Gov't Investigation Continued from page I 'i' , '•••-> .-'55,' I'M - . '4-'' Vr . "We find it rather unfortunate that they won't let us talk to the people on the bridge . . . They've got state-of-the-art radar, and they weren't even looking at it," NTSB spokesman Pollock said. Carnival has reportedly said it was company policy to not use the radar, but to post lookouts instead. Conditions were reported to be clear and calm before the accident, about 5:30 am. "At 5:30 in the morning, they weren't looking for a small freighter with electrical problems and no lights," Pollack said. While the Celebration crewmembers standing watch may have been looking for other large, brightly lit and easy to spot cruise ships, they found the Cuban ship instead, too late. If the radar had been on, it would certainly have spotted the 320-foot Captain San Louis. Carnival says Liberian Bureau of Maritime Affairs is the only body with which the company must cooperate. M --'Ty ? . ' "I • r\f-,.. •> i: ' •"t t w. If the Celebration had been an American-flag ship, the Coast Guard would have investigated the accident. If they had found neg­ ligence or mishandling, officers' licenses would be in jeopardy, a Coast Guard official told the Sea­ farers LOG. Without detailed investigative information, the Coast Guard offical couldn't say if there was neg­ ligence on the bridge, but he added, ". . . if the radar were switched off in the Old Bahamas Channel, it would certainly not be the act of a prudent mariner." The investigation into the inci­ dent is being conducted by the Liberian Bureau of Maritime Af­ fairs, which a Carnival spokesman said is the only body with which the cruise line must cooperate. The NTSB will conduct its own investigation, but Carnival's re­ fusal to accept subpoenas, provide witnesses and other information will hinder the agency in its task. "We're not a regulatory agency. We don't want to overburden these companies with regulations. We don't levy penalties. We just want to make the system as safe as possible," Pollock explained. But because of the way the laws governing foreign-flag cruise ships are currently written, accident in­ vestigation involving these vessels is not easily conducted. Hire Owin Inspectors To enter a U.S. port, a foreignflag ship must meet only certain international standards which are nowhere as strict as safety regu­ lations covering American ves­ sels. Pollock said foreign-flag ship operators hire one of a handful of companies to inspect and certify that their ships meet the interna­ tional standards. And there is no international agency with regula­ tory powers to perform those in­ spections. "Doesn't it seem odd that you hire the person to inspect your ship to say you're safe? What if you have 40 ships? I'm not saying there is a conflict of interest there. But there certainly is the potential for conflict," said Pollock. The cruise business is booming. Some estimates show companies are making more than 25 cents on the dollar. Last year more than 4.5 million people boarded cruise ships in southern Florida ports. The vast majority of the passen­ gers are U.S. citizens. All the large cruise ships were foreign-flag. "Most people who board these ships have no idea" the vessels are not covered by American safety regulations. Pollock said. They as­ sume because they are sailing from a U.S. port, they are under U.S. laws. One Coast Guard officer has speculated that Carnival's refusal to cooperate with the NTSB may lead to some sort of legislative action. "One of the things that may come from this is that Congress may pursue a law and give the authority" to investigate acci­ dents—involving foreign-regis­ tered j U.S.-based ships or ships that cany American passengers— to some U.S. government agency, said Lt. Cmdr. Paul Von Protz, chief of the Commercial Vessel Safety Branch of the Seventh Coast Guard District based in Miami. Later this summer, NTSB will release a report on vessel safety of foreign-flag cruise ship opera-, tions in U.S. ports. Last year the chairman of the NTSB said there is a potential for a catastrophic loss in the cruise ship business. Ships are getting bigger and carrying huge passen­ ger loads. "Some of these ships are getting as big as World War II aircraft carriers," Pollock added. NTSB Goal—^Avoid Tombstone Technology There is a phrase in the safety investigation business— Tomb­ stone Technology. It means that new and better safety measures and devices will eventually be re­ quired, but only after the deaths of innocent people in preventable accidents. Speaking on the possibility of a serious accident involving a for­ eign-flag cruise ship with Ameri­ can lives lost. Pollock said, "We don't want to be involved in Tombstone Technology. We want to look forward." The Story Behind Carnival's Refusal to Talk with NTSB The 1,580 passengers, mostly Americans, on the Carnival Cruise Lines ship Celebration didn't re­ alize how close to disaster they were coming as the ship steamed off the north coast of Cuba last February. The passengers probably felt safe as they slept in their cabins about 5:30 am as the vessel passed through a shallow and relatively busy stretch of water known as the Old Bahamas Channel. After all, the Celebration was equipped with state-of-the-art radar de­ signed to pick out almost any ob­ ject in the giant cruise ship's path. Most onboard must have as­ sumed that the technologically ad­ vanced radar was on. It would have been operating on a U.S.flag ship. It wasn't on the Liberianregistered Celebration. Radar Wasn't On The radar would have seen the small Cuban freighter in the Cel­ ebration's path. The cruise ves­ sel's crewmembers standing watch that morning didn't, because the 320-foot cement carrier was hav­ ing electrical problems and none of the Captain San Luis's lights was burning. A crewman on the Cuban freighter realized the Celebration wasn't about to change course. He quickly rigged an emergency light. It was too late. The 733-foot cruise ship sliced the smaller ves­ sel in half. Three men died and another lost a foot in the accident. On the Celebration, a few minor injuries were reported among the 1,580 passengers and 671 crewmembers. Unaware of Consequences "I don't think they realized that if the Cuban ship had been going slower, it could have easily" rammed into the side of the Cel­ ebration, said Alan PolloqK^ a spokesman for the National Trans " portation Safety Board (NTSB) which is investigating the acci­ dent. If that had happened, there is no telling how many people would have been killed or seriously in­ jured as they slept, unaware that the state-of-the-art radar wasn't protecting them, and unwarned by those in command of the Celebra­ tion that they were about to ram into another ship on a clear, calm morning. Carnival has adamantly refused to cooperate with the NTSB in­ vestigation, and the Coast Guard's hands are tied because the Cele­ bration is a foreign-flag ship and the accident happened in inter­ national waters. Because U.S. government agencies have little authority to investigate accidents involving foreign-flag cruise vessels, the mil­ lions of Americans who board these ships each year have access to very little information on the in­ dustry's safety standards. Cm/ Simed 1 Continued from page 1 ations upon our off-load in the Panama Canal." The Beljatrix is one of eight former Sea-Land SL-7 class ships which were sold to the Navy. Converted to fast sealift vessels, the ships are renown for their 35 knot sailing speed and diversified cargo capabilities. One of four fast sealift vessels operated by IMC and manned by SIU and MEBA District 2 crews, the Bellatrix is usually maintained on reduced operating status with a crew of 11. As evidenced in Operation Nimrod Dancer, the fast sealift ships can be quickly con­ verted to full operating status to provide U.S. armed forces with mobile and responsive sealift ca­ pability. Military reinforcements have been arriving in Panama since May 12 after President Bush called for an increased American presence in the Panama Canal Zone. Under the Panama Canal treaty, the United States is entitled to send additional troops to guarantee the defense of the waterway and U.S. personnel. President Bush ordered rein­ forcements after conditions dete­ riorated in ^st-election violence. Although independent sources confirmed that Panama's political opposition had won the election, the nation's dictator, Manuel No­ riega, refused to concede power. Crewmembers Praised In his communication to IMC, the SIU and MEBA District 2, Fast Sealift Squadron One Com­ mander Captain Gibson said, "Everyone—International Ma­ rine Carriers, Inc., unions, mer­ chant marines, and Navy—should be proud of the brave and profes­ sional manner in which the crew of the ySNS Bellatrix represented us all during Operation Nimrod Dancer." SIU members onboard the USNS Bellatrix were: Bosun Ron­ ald E. Vantress; AB's James C. Collins, Carlos H. Canales, Har­ old R. Reed, Stephen J. Martin, David N. Martz, Charles L. Brown; OS's William P. Jackson, Fred Domino, Nick Moreci; Chief Elec­ trician Michael D. Murphy; Junior Engineer's Ricardo Ortiz Sr., Craig S. Croft, Vernon H. Cambre, Melvin T. Knox. And also Deck Engineer Grederick Mattews; FWT's Dean P. Kienke, Joseph J. Bobucki, Wil­ liam Bacon; Wiper Ahmed A. Ali, Steward Baker Steven Venus; Chief Cook Steven E. Parker; As­ sistant Cook Utility Neville C. Johnson III; GSU's William Thomas, Eddie Fisher and GSU Steward Wallace Williams. �JUHt,1989 mf. -I' 'AA fm-: Catamaran Rescued at Sea by SlU-Crewed Sea-Land Performance "' ?4 , ,, .'i- • The ChafToteaux Challenger is pictured above as it was seen off the side of the SeaLand Performance following its rescue after a storm had snapped its 100-foot mast. Right is a view of the catamaran under full sail. On April 17, around 0600, the Sea-Land Performance received an SOS call from the crew of world-class racing catamaran, the ChafToteaux Challenger. Determined to break the world sailing record from North America to Great Britain, the British 75foot long, 45-foot wide racing craft had left New York's Sandy Point and was headed for The Lizard, Cornwall. During a night time gale, the Challenger's 100-foot mast snapped in two places, leaving the vessel unable to continue its mission across th? turbulent Atlantic ocean. The Performance's first rescue attempt brought the Sea-Land vessel to the Challenger's star­ board side, according to SIU member and AB Lee Dubany who participated in the recovery. The Challenger then slipped under the Performance's stem. Second Attempt Successful On the second pass, the Per­ formance's crew reached the sail­ ing vessel by using a heaving line. The Challenger's crew climbed aboard to safety on the pilot's ladder. All of the catamaran's crewmembers were alive and unhurt. The Performance brought the catamaran's crew to Charleston, SC, where crewmembers of both vessels were met by local and British media. The ChafToteaux Challenger is the largest catamaran ever built in the United Kingdom. Constructed in 1984-5, the racing craft is about the size of a tennis court. Record is Seven Days Plus In April, the catamaran set out to break the record for crossing the Atlantic under sail. The cur­ rent record of 7 days, 6 hours and 30 minutes was set in June of 1988. The multihulled Challenger's skipper, Peter Phillips, began planning for the Atlantic crossing after breaking the "Round Ire­ land" record in 1986. In that race, the Challenger overcame horrible weather conditions, going on to win the race and set a new record. Because the Challenger is built for racing, crewmembers live and sleep, when time permits, in two hulls. The vessel's communica­ tions center is located in the main crossbeam. In ideal conditions, the 3,000 square feet of sail drive the Challenger to a racing speed of 25 knots. The first time the 2,925 mile distance from Sandy Hook, NY to The Lizard, Cornwall was at­ tempted under sail, a 185-foot schooner made the trip in 12 days, 4 hours and 1 minute. That cross­ ing was in 1905. Sea-Land Performance Captain T. O'Laughlin with the seven rescued catamaran crewmembers. •• LK'. >•'••!? • ••B i: ...i' Bosun John Frazier (left) and AB Mark Post (center) with a Chal­ lenger crewmember. AM-. Si. MONnREY SHUTS DOWN The S.S. Monterey cruise ship, which had been struggling to pen­ etrate the Hawaiian inter-island trade, was seized by a U.S. mar­ shal in Honolulu after a federal judge signed a foreclosure order. The vessel was operated under a labor agreement between the operator. Aloha Pacific Cruises, and the Masters, Mates and Pilots (MM&P) union covering the full crew—^licensed and unlicensed. The MM&P is reported to be the largest unsecured creditor of the bankrupt line, having invested $5 million dollars in the venture. Crew­ members were left high and dry by the vessel's financial collapse. Financial and a range of other difficulties dogged the vessel fi"om ! the moment it entered service last September. Owners of the vessel, the S.S. Monterey Limited Part­ nership, were unable to meet its debt obligations and were forced linto bankruptcy this past Februrary. Several attempts to arrange • new financing were unsuccessfiil. {A Connecticut bank, acting for the ! Finnish shipyard that renovated the ship last year, is owed $32 million dollars. It filed the foreclo^sure action. out to pay off the ship's debts, the court may order the vessel to be auctioned off which could end MM&P's involvement that began some 10 years ago. Trouble Followed Vessel In the short period of her service in the Hawaiian islands, the Mon­ terey's life was complicated by a variety of critical problems. Last September, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration sought to shut dovra the vessel's galley and food service for conditions it described as unsanitary and a risk to crew and passengers. Shortly before the vessel was seized, a federal judge ordered the Coast Guard to reconsider its rul­ ing that the Monterey was eligible for operations in the domestic trades. The question of the Mon­ terey's right to operate as a Jones Act vessel arose because of the substantial amount of refurbishing that had been done in the foreign shipyard. The Monterey never carried more than 50 percent of its p^senger capacity of 600, and on its final voyage was reported to have had onl^ 60|^sen^rs. .•W 'Ill iiii'iiiiiiiKiiiiniiiiiiiiii III *, j'-V'/-'' " .V-'-"- : �Se^,iU: iJWWjjjiPBgM m,' •'• - •SMS&a; 1o ii-': Professor Marcus of MIT Delivers 1989 Paul Hall Lecture • §'•':'''H- r- ;• fi"-f • ?•!'•. •" V , -If ;•••",./•' IIIlK'"#'- '-V• If-v.;,;. / ' •-' • - v, -•:;:fv f''"-' I' ;,'''"|j-,. i:".;;.-.|- •• • • -'.0 • • -• ;. -- ii' '-•'- .•> " ' ; -/.r '•^" ^'V'. V - • .-'i' , •: Mm mm; 'i'm- SEOFAREKS LOG Dr. Henry S. Marcus, associate professor of marine systems at the Massachusetts Institute of Tech­ nology, delivered the 1989 Paul Hall Memorial Lecture at the re­ cent International Symposium of Coastal Ocean Space Utilization in New York's World Trade Cen­ ter. The memorial lectures, named for the late president of the Sea­ farers International Union, are a program of the Paul Hall Memorial Endowment at the University of Southern California which was es­ tablished in his memory by Hall's friends and associates in organized labor, the marine industry and the private sector. The endowment promotes ma­ rine transportation educational programs at USC. The lectures were developed in 1987 and honor distinguished contributors to ma­ rine transportation as a means of bringing to the public their thoughts in the form of an annual lecture series. Dr. Marcus spoke on the "Im­ pact of the International Liner Market on Coastal Space Utili­ zation" at the concluding session May 10, of the three-day sympo­ sium which was jointly sponsored by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and the Univer­ sity of Southern California. With waterfront property be­ coming more and more expensive and environmental factors com­ manding greater attention, the use of port facilities has become a niatter of great public concern and consequently will have consider­ able bearing on the needs of liner operations. Dr. Marcus said. He stressed that "there is no substi­ tute for careful planning that in­ cludes all the parties affected." The university has published and distributed copies of the Marcus remarks. A naval architect with two mas­ ters degrees from MIT and a doc­ torate from the Harvard Univer­ sity Business School, Dr. Marcus is chairman of MIT's Ocean Sys­ tems Management Program. He is also a consultant for domestic and international maritime industries. Herbert Brand, chairman of the Paul Hall Memorial Committee, who delivered the first Paul Hall memorial lecture last year, pre­ sented Dr. Marcus with an etching in glass of a likeness of the late SIU president, who died in 1980. SIU COmiNUCS HELP 70 EASKRM WORKERS The SIU continues its support of the International Association of Machinists, Air Line Pilots As­ sociation and Transit Workers Union in their strike of survival for Eastern Air Lines against unionbusting owner Frank Lorenzo. In recent developments. Eastem employees won a victory when businessman Donald Tmmp suc­ cessfully purchased the airline's New York-Boston-Washington shuttle operation. In one of his first moves, Tmmp met with scabs who were flying the route for Eastem and advised them they were employees of Frank Lorenzo, not the newly instituted Tmmp Shuttle. Then Tramp recalled the strik­ ing union workers and retumed them to their positions within the new union-contracted company. The Tmmp Shuttle started flying earlier this month. The bankraptcy judge handling Eastem has not mled on proposals conceming the rest of the airline. The strike, which began when machinists were locked out March 4 hours before the planned work stoppage, has crippled Eastem Air Lines. More than 90 percent of pilots and flight attendants still honor picket lines, causing hundreds of blue and silver jets to remain parked in hangers around the country. SIU members continue to walk picket lines with their brother and sister unionists. SIU support has included providing food for pick­ ets, raising funds to help the strik­ ing workers who no longer have a steady income. Warren Magnuson Claude Pepper SIU Mourns Loss of Two Friends Ex-Sen. Magnuson, Fighter for U.S.Flag Shipping Cong. Pepper, Champion of Poor And Elderly Former U.S. Sen. Warren G. Magnuson, one of the leading mar­ itime figures of the post-war era, died May 20 at his home in Seattle, WA. The Democrat was 84 years old. As the chairman of the powerful Senate Appropriations Commit­ tee, Magnuson played a pivotal role in the enactment of such im­ portant maritime legislatidn as the Cargo Preference Act of 1954, the Merchant Marine Act of 1970 and the Magnuson Fisheries Conser­ vation Act of 1976. For 20 years, he prevented suc­ cessive Republican and Demo­ cratic administrations from clos­ ing this nation's U.S. Public Health Service hospitals. It was only after he left the Senate in 1981 that they were closed. Known to his friends as "Mag­ gie," Magnuson was the consum­ mate Washington insider. He used his powerful position in the Senate to advance the interests of work­ ing people, the maritime industry and his home state of Washington. Magnuson and his fellow Wash^ ington Democrat, the late Sen. Henry A. Jackson, were known as the "Gold Dust Twins." To­ gether they led a congressional delegation that was one of the most influential on Capitol Hill, as well as the most pro-maritime. Continued on page 17 Claude Pepper was still serving in the U.S. Hoiise of Represen­ tatives when he died of cancer. He was the last member of Con­ gress to have served during Frank­ lin Roosevelt's New Deal admin­ istration. First elected to the Senate in 1936, Pepper still was called "Sen­ ator" after his defeat in 1950 and his election to the House of Rep­ resentatives from a Miami district in 1962. Pepper, 88, was a tme ally of organized labor and a champion of the poor and the elderly. He was one of the leaders in passing the nation's first minimum wage law, which guaranteed workers at least 25 cents an hour. As the first chairman of the House Select Committee on Ag­ ing, Pepper became the prime force behind the 1978 legislation that eliminated age as a factor for com­ pulsory retirement for most fed­ eral employees and increased the age from 65 to 70 at which most employees in the private sector may be forced to retire. Recently, Pepper se^ed as the chairman of the House Rules Committee. Through that capac­ ity, he and his committee were vital in helping the SIU remove merchant trade from the U.S. Canada Free Trade Agreement. D-Day Remembered by WWII Merchant Seamen MMi .M -•'•f't: F ty -T' The Transit Workers Union presents SIU Vice President Jack Caffey (1^) with a certificate of appreciation for the union's support during the Eastem strike. With Caffey during the presentation are Carmen Gonzalez (second from left), TWU Local 553 chairperson, SIU member Ambrose Cudnota, Mike Fitzpatrick, TWU Local 100 Executive Board and SIU member Edward Dorath. June 6 marked the 45th anniversary of the Allied invasion of Europe, D-Day. Red Campbell (above) SIU vice president in charge of contracts, was one of tens of thousands of American World War II merchant seamen who took part in the action off the coast of Normandy, France. A military and merchant flotilla of more than 5,000 vessels carried more than 100,000 troops and their equipment during the initial invasion action. Campbell recalled the thunderous bombardment as Navy battleships and heavy cruisers tried to soften the invasion landing zones in what has been called the greatest amphibions assanlt ever. �Recertified Bosuns Graduate Twelve recertified bosuns grad­ uated from the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship after completing a six-week lead­ ership and job skills course. Graduating at the May monthly membership meeting were Teddy Alanano, Paulino Flores Jr., Pat Gallagher, Ray Goiju, Alan Lautermilch, Arthur Lawson Jr., An­ drew C. Mack, Brian T. O'Hanlon, Joseph A. Osorio, Ismael Rivera, Jerry Westphal and Roy Williams. Marine electronics technician course student Joe McGee (right) dem­ onstrates his curriculum to Sea-Land Chairman and CEO Alex Mandl (center). MET instructor Russ Levin (ieft) looks on. Sea-Land CEO at Union School Sea-Land Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Alex Mandl saw for himself how his company's vessel crewmembers prepare for their jobs when he surveyed all aspects of the Seafarer's Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, MD. The SIU provides Sea-Land, the largest U.S.-flag shipping op­ eration, with unlicensed crewmembers. Sea-Land is a signatory company to the union's standard agreements. Sea-Land's top officer visited the SIU facility to familiarize him­ self with the training which is available to union members aboard his company's vessels. While at the union's education center, Mandl met with students, school officials, instructors and staff. He observed classes in ac­ tion and tested the simulator and other training equipment. Became Head In 1988 Mandl was elected to his current position by the board of directors of CSX Corporation in July of 1988. CSX, which operates a 24,0()0-mile rail system serving 21 states, purchased the ocean-shipping carrier in the spring of 1986. Prior to becoming Sea-Land's CEO, Mandl served as senior vice president—corporate develop­ ment for CSX. He also held the position of chairman of CSX's Technology Group, CSX/Sea-Land Intermodel and CSX/Sea-Land Logistics. Teachers Thanked Arthur Lawson Jr. expressed "appreciation to the teachers and instructors" for their expertise. Teddy Alanano added, '.'and a big thanks to the steward department for an outstanding job." Jerry Westfall said, ^As a ship's chair­ man, I will encourage other union members to come here to upgrade their skills." Andrew Mack told the trainees The bosuns learned fire fighting, crane operations and damage con­ trol techniques. "I've been com­ ing to the SIU's school for over 20 years and every time I'm here 1leam something new and upgrade my work skills," said Ray Goiju. 'SIU is a family. . . we'll take the extra effort to make it a success' Learned How SPAD Works On a trip to Capitol Hill, the union's governmental and legis­ lative department representatives outlined what the maritime indus­ try has at stake in the current legislative session. Ismael Rivera learned that "two quarters ... is what it takes to buy job security in Washington, DC. Fifty cents a in the audience, "I remember some time back when I wondered when the union would call on me. Well, you can see me today, I've got my chance . . . You trainees will also get your chance. Stay aboard with the SIU . . . because the SIU is a strong union." On a personal note, Brian O'Hanlon said, "The union stood I- From 1980 to 1985, Mandl was a senior vice president of a CSX rail unit. Sea-Land Service provides in­ termodel freight transportation services to 78 ports and 64 coun­ tries and territories around the globe. The Edison, NJ-based com­ pany pioneered containerized sea­ borne cargo in 1956 with one ves­ sel. Simulator of Interest to Sea Systems Admiral Graduating recertified bosuns: (third row, left to right) Alan Lautermilch, Arthur Lawson Jr., Roy Williams, Brian T. O'Hanlon, (second row, left to right) Ray Gorju, Pat Gallagher, Joseph A.Osorio, Jerry M. Westphal, (first row, left to right) Paulino Flores Jr., Ismael Rivera, Andrew C. Mack and Teddy Alanano. Rear Admiral Rt^er B. Home (left) took advantage of his time in Piney Point to study the Lundeherg SchooPs curriculum. Home was speaking before a conference of the Navy Sea Systems Command, of which he is deputy commander. The Navy Sea Systems Command is the ship design and engineering arm of the U.S. Navy Department. SHLSS instructor Casey Taylor was on hand to demonstrate shiphandling on the bridge of the schooPs simulator. day, and that's cheap, that's SPAD." The recertified bosuns were pre­ sented graduation certificates at the May Piney Point membership meeting. The ceremony provided the bosuns with an opportunity to reflect on what the school and the union meant to them. Paulino Flores told those as­ sembled that as a result of the recertification class, he would "feel more comfortable when a brother or sister asks me a question about the union. I'll be able to answer with facts." "1 would like to express . . . the gratitude 1 feel for the time that 1 have spent in this wonderful school. 1 feel deep in my heart that my bonds with our union are . . . stronger than ever," said Jo­ seph Osorio. by me when I was sleeping in the street." Today, as a result of the union's support, he told the au­ dience, "1have a Rolex and a wife and they are both beautiful." Alan Lautermilch reflected, "The best way 1 can repay the union is by never forgetting where 1 came from, by keeping sight of where I'm going and by making my contribution to the union's future." "It is important to never lose sight of the simple fact that the SlU is a family and when we keep that in mind we'll take the extra effort to make this union the suc­ cess it is," concluded Pat Gal­ lagher. The graduating SIU members join the ranks of 694 recertified bosuns who have completed the program since its start in 1972. HM- ".r. f..: ^ �12 • j,,. •is r-/: ii-' '• jiv." Sif:' ,.i' ..-, ...•, Ed Mooney's lifetime of service to organized labor, the maritime industry and the community were recognized at an award luncheon of the Puget Sound District Coun­ cil of the Maritime Trades De­ partment. Brother Mooney, affec­ tionately nicknamed "the Monsignor," joined the SIU in 1944 and served as a union official from 1951 to 1977. AFL-CIO Washington State Labor Council President Law­ rence Kenney presented Brother Mooney with the Puget Sound District Council's prestigious "Lifetime Achievement Award" during the May 18 event which opened Maritime Week activities in the Seattle area. In attendance were more than 250 unionists, SIU members, maritime industry rep­ resentatives and politicians. Congressmen Norm Dicks and A1 Swift sent congratulatory mes­ sages to Brother Mooney. "I be­ long to an organization of Mooney fans," wrote Swift. "There are certain rules. The first rule is you must never let on that you're im- :.|v.::igv.s J/.: ., Dicks also joked, "You still de­ serve the Tip O'Neill look-alike award. I hope you still fool the waitresses." Recognition of Mooney's dedi­ cation to seafarers and the labor •ISiP? ; • '•- Wilma Mooney pictured with the floral centerpiece presented to her by the Puget Sound District Council of the Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO. Wilma Mooney Recognized Responding to the praise. Brother Mooney told the audience there had been a big mistake—in reality they should be honoring his wife, Wilma Mooney. "After all," l• SaFARlRS LOG Mooney quipped, "she's put up with me for 45 years." The audi­ ence responded by giving Wilma Mooney a standing ovation. In his brief remarks. Brother Mooney said he would continue to fight on behalf of working peo­ ple and the maritime industry. "Just because I'm retired," he noted, '-'doesn't mean I've stopped work­ ing." "The Monsignor" earned his nickname from priests who were taken back and forth from Puerto Rico on vessels manned by SIU crewmembers. Brother Mooney played an im­ portant role in the SIU's early organizing beefs. In 1951 he was elected patrolman for the port of New York and two years later he became assistant secretary^treasurer. During 1961, Mooney was named headquarters representa­ tive by then SIU President Paul Hall. In the same year, AFL-CIO President George Meany nomi­ nated Mooney to represent the labor movement on the Puerto Rico Wage and Hour Committee. Upon his retirement in 1977, Brother Mooney moved to Seattle where he became active in the Puget Sound District Council of the Maritime Trades Department. In addition to his activities on behalf of organized labor and the maritime industry. Brother Moo­ ney and his wife Wilma enjoy time spent with their children and grandchildren. . • ;' Ed Mooney and his Lifetime Achievement Award. Attending the luncheon are SIU pensioner Jake Archon (left), Shoregang member Joe Meyerchak and Shoregang Bosun Vern ''Papa SmurP' Poulson. pressed by anything Mooney does . . . Well, all rules have to be broken sometime.. Lord knows, Mooney has broken enough of them." The congressman con­ cluded his letter by noting how proud all of Mooney's fnends were of his achievements. Congressman Dicks thanked Brother Mooney for his years of "solid, substantive advice." The congressman told Mooney, "You have been a strong and constant advocate of government actions which have benefitted all working men and women. There are certain people you meet in life whose compassion for others and whose sense of purpose makes them the standard bearers, and your dili­ gent service in biehalf of the Sea­ farers International Union has clearly placed you in that van­ guard." Service Held Aboard the SS Jeremiah O'Brien A seamen's memorial service was held on Maritime Day aboard the WWII Liberty Ship, the S.S. Jeremiah O'Brien, which is now used to house exhibits on the Mer­ chant Marines' contribution to the war effort. The ceremony was held while the O'Brien steamed San Fran­ cisco Bay with hundreds of mer­ chant Marine veterans, their fam­ ilies and friends. '. . . a strong and constant advocate' movement also came from SIU officials and members alike. I'.• f-i-'i,--,; .4 ™uV' fe' Lifetime Achievement Award for Retired SlU Rep Ed fdooney iif • •t • ivi- SIU steward department members prepared the luncheon's salmon filet feast. Pictured above are Chief Steward Henry Jones (left). Chief Steward Jinuny Nieto, Steward Assistant Manny Basas, Chief Steward Frank Sison. Also helping with the meal was Steward Assistant Sidney Wilson. Pictured above are SIU Vice President George McCartney (left) and Sailors Union of the Pa­ cific pensioner Bill Quinlan. The United States has ob­ served Maritime Day since 1933. Congress chose May 22 for the occasion, because it is the anni­ versary of the first U.S.-built steamship's trans-Atlantic cross­ ing. In 1819, the Savannah left the city with the same name to sail across the Atlantic Ocean. Maritime Day is designed to promote public awareness of the nation's maritime heritage. Civil­ ian mariners who served Amer­ ica in wartime are also honored on this day. When Congress passed a joint resolution creating Maritime Day in 1933, it "requested the Presi­ dent to issue annually a procla­ mation calling for its appropriate observance." Generally, these statements have included broad references to the U.S.-flag fleet's economic and military impor­ tance. Some, however, have propelled the nation into action. In 1970, President Richard M. Nixon said, "The restoration of our merchant fleet to a position of leadership on the world's oceans is one of our most urgent tasks." He signed into law the Merchant Marine Act of 1970, which encouraged construction of new American-flag ships. The heroic role of merchant mariners in World War II is rec­ ognized on Maritime Day. Gen­ eral Dwight D. Eisenhower said: "Every man in this Allied command is quick to express his admiration for the loyalty, cour­ age and fortitude of the officers and men of the merchant marine. We count upon their efficiency and their utter devotion to duty as we do our own; they have never failed us yet . . . When victory is ours, there is no orga­ nization that will share its credit more deservedly than the mer­ chant marine." �.-i- .r .--"Y'v- •^'"'"i • JUNE, 1989 Letters to the Editor Cm JMdt»lOG KmmA of SnBar HaUuU m m9 To the Editor: The report on the front page of your May 1989 edition of our monthly Seafarers LOG on the accident to George Cruz and the subsequent good treatment of him at the hands of his shipmatesBosun George Kahn and Steward Tony DeBoissiere, in particular— reminded me of the time I had pretty much the same type of ac­ cident aboard the Bull Line vessel Edith in 1959. Rudy Mobley and I were AB's and working on the port side at bridge level when suddenly the working stage broke in half. Rudy held on to the apron, but I plunged 20 feet to the gangway which was being deployed as an accommo­ dations ladder for the pilot who was expected aboard the next morning for our arrival in Aden, Arabia. Had the gangway not been there, I would have most assuredly been chewed up by the screw propeller, or sharks or drowned. We were one day out at the time. AB Mobley, who sailed as bo­ sun at times, was an accomplished marlinspike seaman, and with the help of himself and other crewmembers, I was put on a litter and transferred ashore by means of a runner from number three hatch to shore. A launch picked me up and transported me across the bay to the RAF (Royal Air Force) hospital on the hill overlooking the city. When discharged three months later, I had a cast on my right leg up to my knee. I had sustained a compound fracture of the right ankle. Bosun Mobley has died since— may his soul rest in peace. Bull Line paid my fare home and I had a case against the com­ pany and was on crutches for months before the leg finally healed. I sailed for quite a few years after healing and am now content to be a retiree from our great union who appreciates his hospital priv­ ileges from the VA (Veterans Administration) as a veteran after all these years of waiting, and my union pension check, which is al­ ways on time and is very much appreciated. Clarence L. Cousins, Butler, PA Willard Nickel Wants to Hear ham His Shipmates To the Editor: This small donation will help me in showing my appreciation and enjoyment receiving the monthly paper from the Seafarers. I sure would like to go back to the sea as I have always regretted stop­ ping sailing. I have some children who are grown, but I am getting too old to go back to sailing. I do think I could do the work. I did get my discharge and pa­ pers to show I am a veteran of World War II. I am very proud of , the discharge. It is hanging on my living room wall. I would like to hear from any of my old sailing buddies if they read this in the LOG. I am sure a lot of them have quit sailing and possibly a lot of them have passed away. . . others read of your kindness and willingness to help, it will be a comfort to know in case they lose a loved-one, someone cares . . . WiUard Nickel, Terre Haute, IN Medical Bills Paid Qaiekfy Editors Note: Letters to Willard Nickel can be sent to the following address: PO Box 14022, Terre Haute, IN 47803. Congratlations to Svenson To the Editor: I would feel remiss if I did not write a congratulatory note to my very gOod and dear friend Charles (Chuck) Svenson. I came to know and respect Chuck in the many duties of which he served to make better and im­ prove the great union he serves. In journalistic friendship we shared laughs and at times great sadness over events and in sorrow of comrades. In his affiliations with public relations, instructor of sailing or the political arena, what­ ever the job, it was done well. . . And he is a friend to all . . , Thank you Chuck for the times shared, even down to your bike which I used occasionsdly at the school—long ago. May God grant you a wholesome retirement of fun, excitement and longevity with your family and loved ones. In friendship. Robert (Bob) C. Goodrum, Eufaula, AL Thanks to SlU for Caring To the Editor: On behalf of my deceased hus­ band, Mr. Joseph E. Olive and myself, I would like to express my sincerest appreciation to you and your organization for the manner in which the business affairs, such as insurance and benefits due after Joe's passing away, were expertly and professionally handled. The young lady—Angel—at the time in the Philadelphia office was of tremendous help to me and Without her help things would have been so much more difficult. Angel not only helped, but gave me com­ fort to get through this terrible loss. It was a great comfort to know someone cares at time like that. I am ever so grateful for all the union did in taking care of Joe's doctors' bills and hospital bills. As it was very costly, I couldn't have handled it without union help. I'm passing this on to other memibers to read so they will know the union did take care of my needs and showed concern which I am grateful for. My husband was dedicated to his work. In all the years he sailed I've known him to always be thoughtful of others first, and will­ ing to help others. I'm sure if 7?-: ^. Grace M. Olive, Pennsville, NJ To the Editor: I appreciate your immediate re­ sponse to the medical bills pay­ ment for my wife Janine Piorkowski ... in Freehold Area Hospital. Your prompt attention to these matters helped avoid and eased the tension I would have experienced. I thank you kindly. Jan Piorkowski, HoweU, NJ Editor's Note: This letter was for­ warded to the LOG by the Sea­ farers Welfare Plan. Anibal Albe Retired SIU member, Anibal Albe, has recently communicated with the Seafarers LOG. He passed on his good wishes to his fellow union members and pensioners. Brother Albe is sbown bere in the picture he provided the Seafarers LOG. Cniayed AHending SIU School To the Editor: It's been a pleasure indeed to share with you ... the opportu­ nity to attend the wonderful Sea­ farers Harry Lundeberg School. The days went by and our knowledge got rich thanks to the guidance we got from our teachers good will. God bless you all. . 'J- • -I S Mi . Joseph A, Osorio, Piney Point, MD The Seafarers LOG welcomes Letters to the Editor from all union members, their families and pen­ sioners. On occasion, due to space limitations, it may not be possible to run a letter in its entirety. Anon­ ymous letters will not be pub­ lished. Send your Letters-to-the-Editor, articles, photographs, cartoons and questions to the LOG. . . . ,,, The Union's Tiniest Seafarer and Her Mom -mi She may be too young for Piney Point, but Alyssa Marie Rice seems to be starting out on the right track as the "Littlest Seafarer." Her uncle, Kevin Rice, is a QMED currently sailing aboard the William Roescb on the Great Lakes. The tiniest Seafarer's grandparents pro­ vided the LOG with this picture, in which Alyssa is shown with her mother, Kellie Rice. -jft, f-i �• '••,.••• • ." *•[... ".- ' • ' • ,. SEAFARERS 106 14 First Five Graduate from Shiphairdling Class Imagine being on the bridge as you are bringing a ship into the dock on a beautiful sunny day. Then picture yourself handling the same vessel at the same port trying to dock it during a windy, rain­ swept day. Imagine that you are doing this within minutes on the same day. That's what has happened to the first five graduates of the new Shiphandling Simulator course at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. All five came away excited about the experience they had gone through. "We're SIU pioneers," said Able Seaman Anna Buyvid. "We're ac­ tually working out the bugs in the system." Buyvid, who earned five en­ dorsements during her three-month stay at Piney Point, said the course would be "beneficial for all upgraders." She felt all AB's should take the course as "its potential for growth is virtually unlimited." ^ . you can truly prepare . , . for un­ expected situations^ While two students were on the bridge working on a docking ex­ ercise, Ken Lusk, an SHLSS graduate, watched the graphic dis­ plays on a large projection screen. All discussed the data displayed which showed the ship's speed and position during the exercise. Lusk said that the time in the simulator beat textbook work. "It's one of the most beneficial courses for members of the deck department," he said. "In getting the actual feel of shiphandling and experience in dealing with unpre­ dictable factors such as winds and currents, I'll feel more confident on a real bridge." Another course graduate, Mi­ chael Weickert, hopes to use the course certificate to assist his ap­ plication for the Delaware Bay Pilots Association apprentice pro­ gram. Weickert and Corky Anavi- tate, both employed by Crowley in Philadelphia, were attending SHLSS for the first time. Anavitate, who is a docking pilot, was very impressed with the course. "We've done things here on the simulator that you may encounter once or twice in years of actual work," he said. "This is a great advantage for you can truly pre­ pare yourself for unexpected sit­ uations." Following their graduation, the students suggested to instructor Jim Brown that the course be expanded for more advanced training once the original course is well under way. Upgrader Rob Whytock (front), supervised by Coast Guard tester John Rogers, takes his own fin­ gerprints for documents required by the agency. TOKEN OF THANKS PRESENTED Hands-on training is a vital part of the new Shiphandling Simulator course at SHLSS. Able Seaman Anna Buyvid (left) and Captain Corky Anavitate work under the watchful eye of instructor Jim Brown. The first five graduates of the SHLSS Shiphandling Course show their certificates from the simulator bridge. From the left, are Corky Anavi­ tate, Ed Aldrete, simulator operators Cheryl Burgess and Jessie Holmes, Anna Buyvid, instructor Jim Brown, Ken Lusk and Michael Weickert. M.E.T. Class Takes Field Trip In order to experience what they had learned in the classroom, the students in the first SHLSS Ma­ rine Electronics Class got to take a field trip—or should we say, sea trip—to visit the operations aboard the M/V 2nd Lt. John Paul Bobo. The Bobo, an American Over­ seas Corporation vessel under a Military Sealift Command charter, has a sophisticated analog/digital monitoring system that can con­ tinuously sample temperature, pressure and switch status of more than 400 items throughout the ship. When they arrived, AMSEA Chief Electronics Specialist Bill Coe briefed the students on the system. The briefing included an overview of the automated moni­ toring capability and the modular layout of the EOS system. He m A HHAWS LICENSE showed the MET class the impor­ tance of being able to reqd the complex circuit diagrams as well as a demonstration of the Gould programmable process controller. The MET class also spent some time with Radio Electronics Offi­ cer Robert Thorn. He explained the duties of the REO as well as the purpose and function of each piece of equipment in the radio room. Thom also demonstrated the use of satellite communica­ tions. The students saw the computerbased capability of the Bobo. Among the many functions are accounting, personnel data, item tracking, word processing and much more. The students noted that personal computers were lo­ cated throughout the ship so the crew can have access wherever computer operations are needed. Finally, the students met with Captain Bill Abernathy, who has an interest in electronics and holds Able Seaman student Michael Gomes presents SHLSS Vice President Ken Conklin with a solid silver sailing ship hand­ crafted in Indonesia. Gomes said he wanted to show the school his appreciation for all that it has done for him. an FCC Commercial Radio Op­ erators license with maritime en­ dorsements. SlU Chief Steward Cheryl Johnny welcomed the class into the galley during the visit. These members are the first class to graduate from the SHLSS Marine Electrical Technician course. Front row, from the left, are Dan John­ son, Roy Delay, Dan Mitchell, Sonja Clements, and instructor Rus Levin. In the back row, from the left, are Bill Barrineau, John J. Phillips, Gregorio Madera, Ken Browning and Rudolph Salvagio. v.. ^ rn. • �JUNE, 1989 's'/l'" *-'' ' ' .m ^SSx. ^ - .' - ' C35rf/',/ ' •s. • Hydraulics course material reviews fluids, actuators, control de­ vices, pumps, reservoirs, symbols and hydraulics systems in marine equipment. The four-week course is open to QMED any rating SIU members. Pictured above are course instructor Bill Foley (left) and graduating students Don Busley, George Lindsay, Willie Franks and Mike Scardina. Tldrd mates course upgraders completed the Lundeberg School course and then took the Coast Guard exam. Student Rob Whytock said, "To pass the cuirent third mate exam, a ^eater knowledge of marine navigation is now needed, making, I believe, the aspect of classroom instruction indispensable." Completing the course taught by instructor Chuck Spense (standing) were (second row, left to right) W. Rodney Cofield, Darya M. Miller, Mike Plante, (first row, left to right) Jim Romeo, Rob Whytock, Gary Johnson, Mark Chris-^ tiansen. • • ra Refrigerated systems maintenance and o^ration course is open to QMED's, or individuals with refrigeration engineer and electrician endorsements or those with equivalent inland experience are eligible to take the six-week program. Completing the practical shop training which included the fabrication of a working refrigerator system from basic components are: (standing, left to right) Alberto Matos, Steve Miller, Curtis Jackson, Eric Malzkuhn (instructor), (front row, left to right) Chris Beaton, Tony Mohammed, Phil Neergaard. . course work covers cargtTproperti^ and emergency procedures, tanker development and production, operation and maintenance of valves and pumps, tank cleaning and inert gas systems. Standing in the shop lathe are course instructor Jim Shaffer aefl) and graduating students Clay Firestine, Mark D. Field, Frank Bemer Jr. and Lonnie Isadore Carter. Seatift operations and maintenance course is a required course for upgraders. Deck members receive four weeks of instruction, while engine and steward members review the material in two weeks. Curriculum covers the unique aspects training required by the military of its private operators. Pictured in top photograph are (third row, left to right) Bryan Chan, Jeff Robertson, (second row, left to right) Hector Frederick, Sam Minor, Ramon Lirag and (kneel­ ing, left to right) Noel Lau, Curtis Aragon and Kevin Wade, Bottom photograph shows (third row, left to right) Robert Barbour, N. Allen Orrmins, Troy Swiger, Rick Natoli, (second row, left to right) Kevin Hare, Sindy Lou Davis, (kneeling, left to right) A. Suaxo, Timothy Hunt and Norman Armstrong. 'X' . i:' JH-': -. si'., ' '-a �SIAFARERS LOG 16 Letters to the Editor Support Merchant Marine Veteran Groups TQ the Editor: ... There seems to be a great to do over the denial of member­ ship to our merchant seamen by the VFW. This is a very sad sit­ uation in my opinion because there are, of course, many members of that organization who served our nation well. The fault and denial does not lie in the membership at large, but rather with the tunnel vision and lack of foresight on the part of their leadership. You can­ not expect much from the hearts of "little" men. There is a certain tragedy in any situation where one group of brave men attempts to bring greater glory to themselves at the expense of the service of another group. I have often wondered why all these supposed patriotic servicemen are blinded with ingrained mythology, why they have ceased the educa­ tional process in their lives. To Eugene Hall and all other seamen like him who have applied for membership and have again been kicked in the teeth by the VFW, I say you are going up the wrong gangway. I would agree that we must continue to battle for "equality" for Merchant Marine Vets, an equality that still does not exist with our men in many areas of veterans benefits. But the only way to obtain anything like equal­ ity is to join together in common cause. Instead of bothering with the VFW or the American Legion why don't you locate the local chapter of your Merchant Marine Veterans Groups and join up and take an active part in fighting for yourself and your shipmates. If you don't have a local chap­ ter, get in touch with a National Merchant Marine Veterans group and start a chapter. Then encour­ age your wives, girlfriends, ship­ mates and your children to get involved. Or get in touch with me, I could use your support to fight for you and your shipmates. I cian help you get in touch with Mer­ chant Marine Veterans groups in your area. For over 40 years, both the American Legion and the VFW did their level best to castigate the American merchant seaman. They did this through perpetrated ig­ norance. I would say that both of the above groups do much that is good for our country, but no amount of good can blot out the denial of recognition of men who were just as patriotic and coura­ geous as were many of their mem­ bers. So you join the Legion or the VFW if you cafe to. I will do so when they publish a public apol­ ogy for their 40-year castigation, of men like my late father. Wake up men and women, support your Merchant Marine Veterans groups, they need your support . . . Ian A. Miller, President, The Sons & Daughters of United States Merchant Mariners World War II - Korea - Vietnam, Kernersville, NC Editors Note: Anyone interested in contacting the Sons & Daugh­ ters of United States Merchant Mariners can write to the organi­ zation's president, Ian A. Miller, at the following address: 1806 Bantry Trail; Kernersville, NC 27284. Romeo Lupinacd Elected Culinary President - - - j.,.' LUNDEBER6 SCHOOL OPEN TO UNION MEMBERS FOR SUMMER VACATIONS The Seafarers Harry Limdeberg School of Seamanship—located in Piney Point, MD—-has set aside rooms for SIU members and their families who wish to spend their vacation in scenic and historic St. Mary's County. The costs for room and board have been kept to a minimum, in order to provide union members with access to top notch vacation facilities without straining a family budget. A vaca­ tion stay is limited to two weeks. To apply, send the following application to the union's school. ROOM RATES: MEALS $30.00 per day $5,00 per day $5.00 per day Member Spouse Children $8.50 per day $4.00 per day $4.00 per day '•.1% NOTE: No lodging or meal charge for children under age 12. r7 SiAFARCRS TRAINING & RECREATION CENTER Reservation Information Name: _ S.S.#_ Address: • ^ Telephone # • Number in Party ^ Date of Arrival: 1st Choice 2nd Choice : ^ Stay is limited to 2 weeks Date of Departure -| I I Book# 3rd Choice Send to: Seafarers Training & Recreation Center; Piney Point, MD 20674; or call 301-994-0010 LEGAL AID The following list of attorneys is provided for the convenience of Seafarers who may have need for legal assistance. New York Howard Schulmah 485 Madison Ave. New York, NY 10022 (212) 421-0017 Alabama John Falkenberry SOON. 21st St. Birmingham, AL 35203 (205) 322-1 lOO Simon, Wood & Crane ' 1010 Van Antwerp Bldg. Mobile, AL 36602 (205) 433-4904 - California Les Ostrov Fogel, Feldman, Ostrov, Ringler & Elevens 5900 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 2600 Los Angeles, CA 90036 (213) 834-2546 John Paul Jennings Henning, Walsh & King 100 Bush St. Suite 440 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 981-4400 Executive Chef Romeo Lupinacci gives his acceptance speech as the newly elected president of the Professional Seafarers Culinary Associa­ tion. The group is the first and only chapter of the American Culinary Federation in the U.S. Merchant Marine. During the recent ceremony in Lexington Park, MD, Greg Herring was elected chairman of the board. SIU Secretary-Treasurer Joe DiGiorgio presented Arsenio Gusilator with Chef of the Year honors. Listening to Lupinacci (right) is Bob Clinton, SHLSS Assistant Vice President. Member Spouse Children Florida Frank Hamilton III Hamilton & Associates, P.A. 2620 W. Kennedy Blvd. Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 879-9842 Illinois Katz, Friedman, Schur & Eagle 7 S. Dearborn St. Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 263-6330 Thomas Lakin Lakin & Hemdon, P.C. 251 Old St. Louis Ave. Wood River, IL 620950027 (618) 254-1127 Louisiana Louis Robein Gardner, Robein & Urann 2540 Severn Ave. Suite 400 Metairie, LA 70002 (504) 885-9994 Maryland Charles Hegman Kaplan, Heyman, Greenberg, Engelman & Belgrad Sun Life Bldg. Charles & Redwood Sts. Baltimore, MD 21201 (301) 539-6967 Massachusetts Orlando & Associates 1 Western Ave. Gloucester, MA 01930 (508)283-8100 Michigan Victor G. Hanson, P.C. 19268 Grand River Ave. Detroit, MI 48223 (313)532-1220 Christopher Legghio Miller, Cohen, Martins & Ice 1400 N. Park Plaza 17117 W. Nine Mile Rd. Southfield, MI 48075 (313) 559-2110 Pennsylvania Kirschner, Walters & Willig 1608 Walnut St. 10th floor Philadelphia, PA 19103 (215)893-9000 Margaret Browning Spear, Wilderman, Sigmond, Borish & Endy ' 260 S. Broad St. Suite 1500 Philadelphia, PA 19102 (215) 732-0101 Texas Marvin Peterson Archer & Waldner 2050 America Tower 2929 Allen Parkway Houston, TX 77019 (713) 523-4455 Virginia Arthur Rutter Rutter & Montagna 415 St. Paul's Blvd. Suite 720 Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-5000 Washington Rob Williamson Davies, Roberts & Reid 101 Elliott Ave. West Suite 550 Seattle, WA 98119 (206)285-3610 �JUNE, 1989 17 SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN NOTICE COBRA: Continuation Heaith Coverage If you or your dependents lose your eligibility for health care coverage under the Rules and Regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, you and your dependents may be eligible to purchase, at a premium. Welfare coverage directly from the Plan. If you find that you have lost your eligibility for Plan coverage, you must notify the Plan office immediately to find out whether or not you or your dependents may elect to continue your benefits under this program. If you want more information concerning this program you can call the membership services office. 1-800-CLAIMS-4 (1-800-252-4674) or write COBRA Program Seafarers Welfare Plan -"SZOI Auth Way Camp Springs, Maryland 20746NOTE: A detailed article e.xplaining this program appeared in the April 1989 issue of the LOG. Magnuson Dies at 84 Continued from page 10 Towards the end of his career, Magnuson worked closely with Paul Hall, the late president of the Seafarers International Union of North America, to enact legisla­ tion that would guarantee. Magnuson was known as one of the hardest working senators on Capitol Hill, and was legendary for his blunt language. He once told a reporter that the Senate was divided into "show horses" and "work horses." He also said, "If you got the votes, you don't need a speech. And if you need a speech, you don't have the votes." He was elected to the Washing­ ton House in 1932. He briefly served as a U.S. attorney in Se­ attle in 1934 and was King County prosecuting attorney from 1934 to 1936, when he won his first term in the U.S. House. Magnuson won his first race for the Senate in 1944, and served six consecutive terms until he was defeated in 1980, when Ronald Reagan swept in with a landslide. Magnuson was one of the first politicians to speak out against the growth of flag-of-convenience fleets, which he said posed a se­ rious threat to the security of this nation. ,. - —.'vr-i.-j-'-i-r"? Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Account­ ants every three months, which are to be submitted to the membership by the Secre­ tary-Treasurer. A quarterly finance commit­ tee 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. Mem­ bers of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and sep­ arate 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 agree-, ments. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management represen­ tatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financiaf 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 employ­ ers. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return re­ ceipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way and Britannia Way Prince Georges County Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard your ship or boat. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to pro­ tect yoiir contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE LOG. The Log has traditionally refrained from publish­ ing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It has also refrained from publish­ ing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September, 1960, meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Log policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may del­ egate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any memberpay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union head­ quarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLI­ GATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials,, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately no­ tify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guar­ anteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers^. Consequently , no mem­ ber may be discriminated against because of race, creedi color, sex and national or geo­ graphic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquar­ ters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with im­ proved employment opportunities for sea­ men and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects. SPAD siipports and contrib­ utes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contri­ bution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial re­ prisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason ofthe above improper conduct, notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and re­ fund, if involuntary. Support SPAD to pro­ tect and further your economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. •• • . V" .Ji If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Mi­ chael Sacco at Headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way and Britannia Way, Prince Georges County, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. •LZ'' ' ... Turecamo Philly Division Signs With SIU Turecamo recently opened for business in the port of Philadelphia. Its crewmemhers, are SIU men, ^Pictiired above is Deckhand Micky Hunt on Turecamo's Tug Devon, Left are two of Turecamo's Philly vessels: (rear) Tug McGraw and (for­ ward) Betty Jean Turecamo. Union Members Missing Maii Should Contact Headquarters To ensure delivery of the Seafarers LOG each month and receipt of W-2 forms. Seafarers Welfare Plan bulle­ tins and other communications from the SIU's head­ quarters, members should provide the national office with an up-to-date home address. The home address is considered by SIU headquarters to be a member's permanent residence. Other Changes—Notify HQ SIU members who have changed their names should also notify headquarters, individuals receiving duplicate copies of the LOG are asked to advise the union of this matter. If addresses or names are incorrectly noted on current mailings, contact headquarters. All of the above communication with the union's national office can be accomplished by filling out the form next to this article and mailing it to 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Maryland 20746, ATT: SIU Ad­ dress Correction Department. SIU members can also • fill out change of address cards at any union hall. PLEASE PRINT HOME ADDRESS Date: This will be my permanent address for all official Union mailings. This address should remain In the Union file unless otherwise changed by me personally. I I I I I I I I I I- Social Security No. Phone No. ( _L • Area Code Your Full Name Apt. or Box # Street • Active SIU Member Book Number other State City ZIP • SIU Pensioner ^ I Please check one: I I • This is a change of address I • This is a new request. I have never received the LOG at my home address I • I am receiving more than one copy of the LOG I I I 6/89 (Signed). I L. ' -t ' :L. i -f • . ,• 'y. m 'V;> "'im �SEAFUim LOG 18 Twenty-five Veteran Seafarers Ok^d Fer Pensien Benefits , 'rS'.'''-7V V""' • I Twenty-five SIU mem­ bers, some of whom be­ gan going to sea as teen­ agers prior to World War II, have been granted pen­ sions by the Seafarers Pension Plan. Many of these long-time members helped build the foundation of the SIU during the union's early years. The pension checks they will receive every month is an indication how far the SIU has come in providing for its membership over the years. Deep Sea JOSEPH ALVES Joseph Alves, 65, of Haywood, CA sailed as an oiler, assistant electrician, engine utility and fireman/ water tender. He began his shipping career with Eastern Steamship in 1941. Pensioner Alves last sailed aboard SeaLand's Portland. CHARLES E. RAGGETT Charles E. Raggett, 54, of Pasadena, TX sailed aboard the Sabine, the Overseas Arctic, the Adonis and the Steel Record. Brother Raggett sailed in the deck and engine department, holding the positions of wiper and oiler, OS and AR. : \ - -V-' ' ^•'4':'[V. MACK CHAPMAN JR. Mack Chapman Jr., 61, held his first maritime job in 1944. Brother Chapman, of Rrookeland, TX, sailed in the deck department as bosun, AR/Quartermaster, AR, deck maintenance and OS. Seafarer Chapman also sailed as a messman and wiper. Among the vessels on which Brother Chapman had voyages were the Maiden Creek, the Alcoa Roamer and the Adonis: OLFIDIO ESQUIVEL Olfidio Esquivel, 61, of Wharton, TX worked as a merchant mariner from 1945 to 1988. Brother Esquivel had voyages on such vessels as the Ogden Leader, the Alcoa Pioneer and the SeaLand Bienville. Brother Esquivel sailed as chief steward, chief cook, wiper and AR. JOHN H. FURR John H. Funr, 62, of Malvern, AK sailed as a bosun and AR. Among the vessels on which Brother Purr sailed were the Falcon Princess, the Reaver State and the Overseas Alaska. Pensioner Purr's last voyage was with the Spirit of Texas in April. JAMES HAYNIE James Haynie, 69, of Tangier, VA was employed last on the Overseas Harriet in 1988. During his sea-going career. Brother Haynie sailed as bosun, AR and AR/QMED. Pensioner Haynie worked on such vessels as the Liberty Wave and the Sea-Land McLean. WILLIAM R. HORNE William R. Home, 63, lives in Hiawassee, GA. As an SIU member, he sailed as bosun, AR, deck maintenance, OS, carpenter and wiper. Brother Home sailed on vessels such as the Council Grove, the Steel Architect and the Westem Rancher. He later became a member of MERA, District 2. Pensioner Home's last voyage was as master of the Ranger (Ocean Carriers). PHILIP L. HUSS Philip L. Huss, 66, of Mount Holly, NJ worked most recently on the Sea-Land Discovery. He held numerous engine department ratings. Among them were chief electrician, electrician/crane maintenance, assistant electrician, pumpman/OS, QMED/pumpman, chief pumpman, wiper, FWT, engine maintenance, oiler, deck engineer and pumpmanmachinist. JAN KACHEL Jan Kachel, 65, resides in Berry Creek, CA. He last sailed aboard the Sea-Land Patriot in 1985. He worked in the engine department as QMED, fireman/watertender, wiper and oiler. Brother Kachel sailed on such vessels as the Long Reach, the Beatrice and the Steel Design. EDWARD J. KILFORD JR. Edward J. Kilford Jr., 72, of Seattle, WA sailed as a steward/ baker. The Oregon native sailed most recently on the Stuyvesant. Among the vessels on which Brother Kilford worked were the Steel Engine, the Wingless, the L^ayette and the Newark. FRANCIS LEE Francis Lee, 65, of Baltimore, MD last sailed on the Ogden Challenger in 1982. Joining the SIU in 1960, Brother Lee sailed in the engine department as a QMED, oiler,, maintenance utility and \viper. In the steward department. Pensioner Lee sailed as a steward utility, messman and salon pantry. He had voyages on such ships as the Royal Oak, the Cabins and the Alcoa Marketer. Keichi Kakuda, 68, last sailed on the President Tyler in 1988. A native of Hawaii, he began sailing in 1949. Brother Kakuda worked as a messman, and was a member of the Marine Cooks and Stewards. He served aboard vessels such as the Gus Damell and the President Van Ruren. Brother Kakud lives in the Bronx, NY. EDGAR F. MITCHELL Edgar F. Mitchell, 59, of Mobile, AL retired from his position as a shore gang crane electrician for Sea-Land in 1988. Brother Mitchell had also sailed earlier as an oiler, wiper and fireman/watertender. Brother Mitchell's sea-going career included voyages on the WUd Ranger, the Morning Light and the Monticello. SAMUEL N. SMITH HENRY W.LEE Henry W. Lee, 67, sailed most recently in January 1989 aboard the Long Lines. Brother Lee spent 13 years with the SIU sailing as engine storekeeper, oiler, fireman/water tender, oiler/utility and engine/utility. He sailed on such vessels as the American Pride and the Steel Recorder. Pensioner Lee resides in Aiea, HI. CANDIDO LIAL Candido Lial, 64, sailed with the SIU from 1953 through 1984. The Navy veteran worked aboard vessels such as the Del Oro, the David E. Day and the Gadsden. Brother Lial sailed in the engine department and held many ratings including chief electrician, chief pumpman, pumpman/ machinist and fireman/ watertender. Pensioner Lial now lives in Houston, TX. GEORGE MALONE KEICHI KAKUDA JAMES D. MC CART James D. McCart, 66, worked last on a Sea-Land vessel in 1988. Brother McCart sailed as a steward, messman and steward utility. Pensioner McCart sailed aboard vessels such as the Whitehall, the Long Beach, the Panama and the Baltimore. He lives in San Francisco, CA. George Malone, 65, of Houston, TX sailed last with SeaLand in 1988. Sailing in the steward department. Brother Malone held the ratings of steward/ baker, cook, assistant cook, cook/baker, third cook and mess utility. Among the vessels on which Pensioner Malone sailed are the Overseas Natalie, the Mount Washington and the President Grant. Samuel N. Smith, 71, of San Francisco, CA sailed last on the President Taft in 1988. He joined the merchant marine in 1942, and sailed in all three departments. Brother Smith worked as a machinist, oiler, cook, utility messman, AB, OS, steward/ baker and chief steward. Brother Smith made trips aboard vessels of the following companies: Royal Prime, Delta, Matson and Coastwise Line. ELMOOR F. STEWART Elmoor F. Stewart, 55, last sailed on the SeaLand Endurance in 1988. A resident of San Francisco, CA, he began sailing in 1959. Brother StQ,ward sailed in the following positions: fireman, oiler, wiper, AB, fireman / watertender and deck/engine utility. Brother Stewart's voyages included trips made aboard the Galveston, the Constitution and the Philadelphia. JACK S^AYLOR ^ it^ Jack S. Taylor, 61, of Baltimore, MD shipped years from 1966 to 1988. He sailed on vessels of Alcoa, James, F.M. Stevenson, Calmar and Sea-Land. Brother Taylor held numerous ratings including AB, OS, wiper, cable/OS, deck maintenance and bedroom utility. DAVID VAN HORN David Van Horn, 61, of Jacksonville, FL worked last aboard Crowley Maritime's Ambassador in 1989. He began his maritime career in 1953 and held numerous ratings in the deck and engine departments. Brother Van Horns ratings included AB, OS, QMED, engine utility and wiper. Pensioner Van Horn's also sailed on vessels such as the City of Alma and the Del Campo. FRANCISCO VEGA Francisco Vega, 66, sailed last on the Caguas (Puerto Rico Marine Management). Brother Vega began his sea-going career in 1942. He served as an OS and QMED, but worked mostly in the steward department. His ratings in that department included chief steward, cook/baker, chief cook, second cook, third cook and utility messman. Brother Vega sailed aboard vessels such as the Golden Fleece, the Cape Mohican, the Puerto Rico and the Shickshinny. Pensioner Vega makes his home in Puerto Rico. SADAK WALA Sadak Wala, 68, was born in Indonesia and makes his home Brooklyn, NY. He sailed aboard vessels such as the Atlantic Spirit, the Brooklyn and the Southern Cross. Brother Wala sailed in the engine department, holding the ratings of chief electrician, crane maintenance electrician, chief engineer/reefer, fireman, oiler and fireman/ watertender. Earl De Rosia, 65, of Alpena, MI sailed as a porter, wiper and second cook. He sailed aboard the Townsend (Cement Division National) and the ST Crapo (National Gypsum). Brother De Rosia retired in April. WILLIS D. LAWRENCE Willis D. Lawrence, 62, worked last aboard the Nicolet in January 1989. He began sailing with SIU companies in 1957. Brother Lawrence served in the engine department as a QMED, fireman, oiler and engine maintenance. He sailed with American Steamship, Amersand and Gartland. Pensioner Lawrence lives in Escanaba, MI. �• '• •'•' •" ,, X' JUN[, 1989 19 Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea MAY 1-31, 1989 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals Port New York Philadelphia i Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmingtpn Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip Reliefs DEGK DEPARTMENT •••:' • . 29 6 • 2 25 10 2 . 7 . 1 0 I 2 1 0 0 8 . • 1. • • . 1 9 I 4 1 11 2 • 4 11 3^ '2 3 •• ' • 2 , 1 3 8 ,:-3. • '• 3 0 24 8 4 26 5,, 8 . •5 4 8 35 6 •4 6 20 10 6 29 13 7 6 13 3 2 7 1 6 2 21 3 6 33 4 3 4 \2 0 0 15 2 0 \ ; 4. ; 3 6 8 5 3 5• 5 6 41 10 8 11 0 1 0 ' 3 5 3 • 2 2 " 1 201 51 55 • 252 72 54 54 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 21 4 0 " 13 3 1 3 2 0 0 , 1 ••• 1 • 0 - 1 ' 2-"'" 7 ^ 2 1 7 .. 0 \-v2 1 1 3 . 1 4 - 2 2 . 0 3. 1 0 2 0 3 5 17 3 6 11 5 4 1 10 :• 2 ^ " 1 18 2 3 4 10 4 6 18 4 6 7 7 :••• 2 0 12 2 2 1 17 , • 3' •• 1 18 4 1 9 5 0 0 7 0 0 •••• 3 2 4 3 4 6, ••1 1 9 5 1 18 8 2 3 0 1 1 0 0 1 •••: 0 1 .. 4 1 0 2 2 0 112 38 22 136 41 27 37 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 43 2 0 7 5 1 6 0 0 0 0 0 1 " 3 5 0 4 2 , 0 2 I 1 2 6 1 : 2 1 5 0 1 • 2 0 0 1 12 2 •. 1 3 4 ,2• 1 0 11 " 2 7 : 12 0 .iX : 2 5 2, ; 24 2 10 0 0 • ; -iMil • 20 7 0 15 0 3 0 0 0 0 2 3. 0 1 8 16 24 4 16 12 54 ' • • 0 ::f-:T' 12 14 0 2 7:;.;^ A ^7;'0... : 0 X:l. ^ • 0 0 3 ¥^•^0 ; - 2 0 0 25 . 109 48 127 42 22 89 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Piney Point. Totals Totals All Departments V mm. • 11 0 m 0 0 78 518 230 264 13 4 1 •' 10 3 3 2 0 . A 4 8 1 •5 11 10 7 11 16 5 6 5 6 4 1 1 8 7 4 5 2 0 5 : >:•••' .2 90 66 41 5 0 d-l-2 A . •V, 4 7 : 8 7 1 25 . 3 21 4 28 5 5 12 26 . 7 . •• 7 0 7 1 . 30 4 0 1 . 5 • 6 216 60 1 0 1 2 0 7 3 7 2 2 0 13 1 1 5 45 8 1 : • • • 4 •: • 5 ' 0 y 3 6 26 r •, 2' 19 5: 72 10 X:yi:L3 ^ • 27 •2 7 0 13 43 31 0 0 7 6 '• 4 258 88 2 0 0 1 0 1 0 5 2 1 1 25 0 0 0 38 33 1 20 2, dM: 3 3 46 4 2 1 99 l;; Xio. 3 1 6 6^ 2 80 2 9 17 9 . 40 40 45 33 51 . 17 3 38 0 2 386 6 6 0 9 ;7 -7" 2 1 1 112 •' 5" 0 5 162 1 2 11 ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 15 1 •;.:2 563 273 258 180 1,026 0 3 13 7 14 16 15 9 78 7 2 2 191 • 5 1 15 12 vl7 4 6 0 142 ^ 6 1 1 228 436 377 Totals All Departments *'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month Shipping in the month of May was down from the month of April. A total of 1,274 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels.'Of the 1,274 Jobs shipped, 563 Jobs or about 44 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 180 trip relief Jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 10,077 Jobs have been shipped. Honthly membership Meetings Deep Sea, lakes. Inland Wafers 7',vfp©i Piney Point Monday, July 3 New York Wednesday, July 5 Philadelphia Wednesday, July 5 Baltimore Thursday , July 6 Norfolk Thursday, July "6 Jacksonville Thursday, July 6 Algonac Friday, July 7 Houston Monday, July 10 New Orleans Tuesday, July 11 Mobile Wednesday, July 12 San Francisco Thursday, July 13 Wilmington Monday, July 17 Seattle Friday, July 21 San Juan Thursday, July 6 St. Louis Friday, July 14 Honolulu Friday, July 14 Duluth Wednesday, July 12 Jersey City Wednesday, July 19 New Bedford Tuesday, July 18 Cadt port's meeting starts at 10:30 aM, Personals • l' ; . . LARRY WENTWORTH BRENT SR. Anyone with information regarding Larry Wentworth Brent Sr. is asked to contact his son, Larry Wentworth Brent Jr. at (202) 635-4821. Brent Sr. is a former merchant seaman who sailed during World War II and most likely shipped out of New York or other East Coast ports. WARREN J. RECK Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Warren J. Reck is asked to get in touch with his sister. Write to Flor­ ence M. Payne, 3209 28th Street, Me­ ridian, MS 39305. GEORGE WBLLIAM LEE PHILLIPS Release contact Judy as soon as pos?Mle at (617) 776-6535. DONALD H.HORN Your half-sister, Betty Jane Tabor, would like to get in touch with you. Please write her at 35 Echo Lane, Fairhope, AL 36532, or phone (205) 928-1650. SURVIVORS OF S.S. ROBERT E. LEE Captain James E. Wise Jr., USN (Ret), is interested in cont^ting sur­ vivors of the S.S. Robert E. Lee which was sunk by the German U-boat, U166, off New Orleans on July 30,1942. Anyone wishing to contact Captain Wise should write him at 6118 Red­ wood Lane, Alexandria, VA 22310, LARRY EWINGS AND RAYMONDJONES Thanks for all the moral support. Good luck to two of the best guys I've eyer sail^ with. Karen Botolo. y ' -A r?..' �SEAFARERS LOG 20 Seafarm lutemaHonal Umon Dinttoif Dispatchers' Report for Inland Waters MAY 1-31, 1989 DECK DEPARTMENT Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington, Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac St. Louis Piney Point Totals 0 3 0 ,0 • -•"/I. 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 , < "0 ' 16 0 0 0 0 0 ^0 1 0 0 1 26 V 0 0 52 \ "i ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 22 ^ 0 1 ".f .,Tf» • 0 1 0 6 0 1 0 0 0 - » ^ 0 27 0, 0 1 0 0, 0 0 0 9 0 0 13 46 0 60 0 0 1 0 0 0 76 0 '''L 0 0 0 12 0 ,6;y 23 0 0 0 .2 0 0 0 0 .:S 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 ,0 - is 39 . 1 0 120 0 ity ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore ; Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac St. Louis Piney Point Totals 0 1 0 0 0 6 0 m0 0 16 0 0 •;yO'.^ •:rm 1 0 0 0 22 0 0 0 0 0 0 u .0 0 0 0 0 0 10 6 1 0 0 0. 0 . u 0 0 0 0 '::0' 0 W; :,:o:- 0 39 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore I J Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac St. Louis Piney Point Totals 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 . Totals All Departments 80 23 50 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 6 ";0 0 50 BBA• 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 15 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 :^ 2 0 0 _ 1 0 0 0 1 •••V-- 0« 6 2 22 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 0 0 iidl?: M'ti 2 11 ^ ^ 29 0 0 • 1 0 0 0 0 ... 0 .^3-5 0 0 3 0 0 0 9 B'm12 181 81 89 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes CL—Company/Lakes MAY 1-31, 1989 Port Algonac Port Algonac Port Algonac Port Algonac NP—Non Priority L—Lakes •TOTAL REGISTERED TOTAL SHIPPED **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups All Groups AH Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP 0 18 0 0 0 25 27 DECK DEPARTMENT 0 36 19 0 14 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 24 5 0 11 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 8 4 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 0 . • fA J.V-- / '' ^ >- 51 ,1 .• . • " .\-: • 4 26 yv'", Houston, TX 77002 (713)659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201)435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 (205) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 V"!' NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. , New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-661)0 NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804)622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 BA By''.."- ' • (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT St. Mary's County Piney Point, MD 20674 (301)994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 . : Santurce, PR 00907 (809) 725-6960 SEATTLE ''' '' ^ ^ 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 " "^5 ^ - • (206) 441-1960 ST. LOUIS •X . 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 'c'y WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213) 549-4000 •'r-v-i-v' Totals All Departments 0 56 41 0 68 28 0 55 56 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. .5- Mkhael Sacco, President Josefb StxKO, Executive Vice President joe DiGiorgio, Secretary-Treasurer Angus "Red" Campbell, Vice President of Contracts Jack Caffey, Vice President Thomas Glidewell, Vice President George McCartney, Vice President John Fay, Vice President Roy A Mercer, Vice President Steve Edney, Vice President HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 • (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (301) 327-4900 ;; DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218) 722-4110 HONOLULU 636 Ccioke St. Honolulu, HI 96813 "'K (808) 523-5434 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN l-(800)-CLAIMS-4 l-(800)-252-4874 . �" AMERICAN EAGLE (Pacific Gulf Marine), March 28—Chairman Benedict Born, Secretary Lincoln Pinn. Ship's chairman reported some dis­ puted OT and next payoff will be in Morehead City, NC. Ship's reporter said ice machine needs work to make it fully operational. Deck dele­ gate discussed disputed OT and asked for clarification on Lincoln's Birthday pay. Communication was . read from SIU Vice President of Contracts on EPA adjustment. Un­ der new business, a question was asked on whether EPA adjustments had been discontinued. Additional information on the subject was re­ quested. Next ports: Morehead City, NC and Charleston, SC. Editor's note: In u letter to the ship's chairman, SIU Vice President of Contracts stated that in April 1988, when the Navy issued a new Request for Proposal (RFP) for the operation of the American Eagle, there was no provision for an EPA. Therefore, the Union included in the new bid a two percent increase in the second and third 17-month contract options. BALTIMORE (Apex Marine), March 28—-Chairman George B. Kahn, Secretary Rudy DeBoissiere, Educa­ tional Director Spiro Perdikis. Drug testing procedures were discussed under old business. Ship's chairman advised crewmembers the new drug testing procedures go into effect April 1, 1989 and added SIU is fight­ ing the regulations in court. Crewmembers discussed their opposition to government-forced drug testing procedures. Educational director urged members to learn all they can by attending Piney Point and said education in the maritime field is a must to be prepared for ships of to­ morrow. He also stressed impor­ tance of contributing to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck, engine and steward delegates. A special vote of thanks was given to Bosun Kahn for a smooth running ship. Special thanks went to the chief steward and chief cook for ex­ cellent food service—five star feed­ ing. Engine room gang also received recognition for being the best in the world. Next port: New York. CAROLINA (PRMMI), March 19Chairman S. Krawczynski, Secre­ tary R.R. Maldonado, Engine Dele­ gate James Porter, Steward Delegate John M. Platts. Ship's chairman re­ ported everything running smoothly, no beefs and next port would be New Orleans for payoff. Deck, en­ gine and steward delegates reported no beefs or disputed OT. Under good and welfare, steward thanked crew for keeping messroom and pantry clean. Nexfport: New Orle­ ans. aUUlLESTON (Apex Marine), March 11—Chairman R. Waiters, Secre­ tary Frank Costango, Educational Director A. Alexakis, Deck Delegate J. Mele, Engine Delegate B. Bukis, Steward Delegate W. Lau. Meeting called to discuss engine room situa­ tion. Ship's chairman noted every­ one has conducted himself very well "• *1 . r""*:'" JUNE, 1989 AMBASSADOR (CCT), March 29Chairman Carlos Spina, Secretary Paul Lighten. Ship's chairman re­ ported payoff scheduled for follow­ ing day, nice trip and no stowaways. No beefs or OT disputes reported by deck, engine or steward delegates. Under good and welfare, crew dis­ cussed contacting union's patrolman about delayed sailing in every port, changing sailing time every hour— sometimes from two hours to 10 hours. Thanks was given to steward department for good chow and cook out. Next port: Port Everglades, FL. r." under the difficult circumstances. Under the excellent leadership of Chief Engineer Paul McCarthy, a fire was extinguished quickly and with no injuries. The (Toast Guard and company were notified of the accident by captain, who informed crewmembers that they would not be permitted to place any phone calls. Ship's chairman suggested all members discuss situation with union representatives and attorneys. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck, engine or steward dele­ gates. Under new business, the issue of improperly working locks on per­ sonnel quarters was raised by J. Korcha. It was suggested that they be checked and fixed, as they could be unsafe in event of an emergency. Under good and welfare, crew thanked steward department for their work under very trying circum­ stances. They prepared and served meals of good quality, on time and without missing one. Next port: Jacksonville, FL. 21 Guam. Education director said members should go to Piney Point. No beefs or dispiited OT reported in any department. Under good and welfare,' it was noted that the Falcon Leader is still working trip-by-trip and taking fuel and stores trip-bytrip. The steward department is doing an excellent job with the stores they receive. Next port: Java. FIRST LT. JACKLUMMUS (Amsea), March 19—-Chairman Ed Stoelzel, Secre­ tary Mark Fuller, Deck Delegate James LaSalle, Engine Delegate Reuben Grendahl, Steward Delegate Deborah Moyer. Under old business it was reported the union=s patrol­ man had settled engine department beef. Ship's treasurer said $122 in ship's fund. Deck, engine, steward delegates reported no beefs or dis­ puted Ot. Communications were distributed to crewmembers. Under good and welfare, comments were made about cleanliness in elevator and lounge. Digest of Ships Meetings The Mlowing ships minutes are just a sampling of the many meeting reports the SIU receives each month from Its ships around the world. Ships' minutes are reviewed hy the Union's Contract Department. Those Issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed hy the Union upon receipt of the ship's minutes. COURIER (Ocean Carriers), March 18—Chairman Carlos H. Canales, Deck Delegate William J. Eden, Steward Delegate Carolyn J. Sisneros. During education director report Pumpman J.J. Quintet suggested all eligible members take advantage of the crane class at Piney Point. Ship's treasurer reported a new pop­ corn popper was purchased for ship. A suggestion was made to have an arrival pool at next port, $5 per chance. No beefs or disputed OT reported by department delegates. Deck representative said his group has three new crewmembers. Engine department reported new delegate had been elected. Under new busi­ ness, chief cook said spare parts have been ordered for galley. During good and welfare report, chief cook requested more tender meat in fu­ ture stores. Crewmembers asked for world news from the radio operator. Ship is being cleaned top-to-bottom by all crewmembers working over­ time. A vote of thanks was given to steward department for fine meals and wonderful cookouts. Next port: Singapore. FALCON CHAMPION (Seahawk Manage­ ment), April 2—Chairman Joseph Saxon, Secretary Charles Miles, Reading Clerk Jack Singletary, Treasurer C- Miles, Deck Delegate R. DeVirgileo, Engine Delegate C. Taylor, Steward Delegate Fred N. Lindsey. Educational director re­ ported he is still awaiting response to his letter. No beefs or disputed OT reported by three department delegates. Under new business, crewmembers noted need, for a new TV or repair of old one. Under good and welfare, steward department was thanked. lALCON LEADER (Seahawk Manage­ ment), March 19—Chairman Clar­ ence Burgo, Secretary William Justi, Educational Director Woodrow Heslip. Deck Delegate Raymond Vicafi, Engine Delegate Archie Bligen, Steward Delegate Phil Livingston. Ship's chairman read all documents concerning new Coast Guard drug testing program. Ship's reporter said ship is on its way to Java and from there it will sail to Subic Bay and GREAT LAND (lOT), March 19—Chairman George Yukmir, Secretary Treasurer Jesus Laxamana, Deck Delegate Gregory M. Hill, Engine Delegate Louis Diesso, Steward Delegate William Stronft. Under old business, donations to emergency and communications fund were dis­ cussed. Ship's chairman reported on drug testing and COBRA rules of the Seafarers Welfare Fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported in any of the three departments. A written resolution was passed sup­ porting development of oil reserves in the Arctic National Wildlife Re­ serve. Under new business, crew discussed new drug testing proce­ dures required by the government. The value of COBRA was also re­ viewed. Under good and welfare, crevy said steward department had done a very fine job and entire group would miss Jesus Laxamana, the best baker the ship has ever had. Next port: Anchorage, AK. GROTON (Apex Marine), March 26Chairman Scott Hudson, Secretary Nazareth Battle, Educational Direc­ tor A.R. Gardner, Deck Delegate Jose F. Caballero, Engine Delegate Alfred Gonzalez, Steward Delegate Michael Hammock. Ship's chairman reported ship would be going into Norfolk Shipyard for one day for re­ pairs to the rudder. Ship's reporter urged all crewmembers to contribute to SPAD to help union fight for a stronger merchant marine. Educa­ tional director stressed need to prac­ tice safety at all times. Deck, engine and steward delegates reported everything is running smoothly and no disputed OT. Under good and welfare, a vote of thanks was given to steward and chief cook for very good food. The steward extended a vote of thanks to crew for their help in keeping messrooms clean. Next port: Stapleton, NY. GUAYAMA (PRMMI), March 9Chairman P. Dornes, Reporter Paul Stubblefield, Educational Director R. Tompkins, Deck Delegate R.S. Davis, Engine Delegate E. Kent, Stewards Delegate J. Bellamy. Ship's chairman said payoff would be in New Orleans, and information >•. ' i' concerning clinic card for drug test­ ing and other information would be posted in messhall. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck, engine or steward delegates. Under head­ quarters report, pension benefits were discussed. Under good and welfare, it was noted that all is well. LAWRENCE H. GIANELIA (Ocean Shipholding Inc.), March 5—Chairman Pete Huisebosch, Secretary J. Price, Educational Director A. John, Deck Delegate David Clement, Engine Delegate Richard Williams, Steward Delegate Clarence Jones. The fol­ lowing items were reported under old business: A repair list has been posted in crew lounge since last meeting. Galley pressure cooker was repaired but is still not working properly. The captain will be in­ formed that the messhall freezer has been inoperative for more than three months. Parts have been ordered twice and will be ordered again if they are not received by the end of the voyage. Ship's chairman said things are going real well and every­ one is happy to be back on a. coast­ wise run after nearly a year-and-a^ half in the Far and Middle East. He said ship is scheduled to go into shipyard at end of this voyage and there was still no definite word on whether creW would be paid off at that time. Ship's treasurer reported $110 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported in any depart­ ment. A motion was made to substi­ tute life insurance coverage for war risk bonds when in a war zone. Un­ der new busiriess, crewmembers were reminded not to throw plastic items over side. Garbage cans for plastic have been placed at various locations aboard ship. They will be disposed of ashore. Company has ' agreed to help adhere to these regu­ lations by sending only biodegrada­ ble bags rather than plastic. Under good and welfare, everyone was asked to help take care of new washer by not overloading it or leaving it unattended while doing wash when ship is rolling. The edu­ cation director volunteered to start an arrival pool to rebuild ship's fund. Next port: Corpus Christi, TX. >• " . M ^ J:- V:.- V' ; .V": HUMACAO (PRMMI), March 22Chairman Lancelot B. Rodriguez, Reporter H. Galicki, Educational Director W. Turner, Deck Delegate H. Yaekel, Engine Delegate O. Flores, Steward Delegate M. Robles. Under old business, air conditioning and heat problem in AB's room was discussed. It was noted that oil fumes are still found in another room. Chairman reported that air conditioner and heat problem was not resolved. He also said vessel would pay off in Baltimore and union patrolman would be there. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck, engine or steward delegates. Drug testing letter was read and posted. Under good and welfare, it was reported that everything is run­ ning smoothly. Crewmembers were asked to keep messrooms and pan­ try clean and to keep shoreside workers out of messhall in San Juan. Vote of thanks for steward depart­ ment's job well. Next port: Balti­ more, MD. LIBERTY SEA (Liberty Marine), March 23—Chairman Cesar Gutierrez, Re­ porter J. Tucker, Educational Direc­ tor N. Lorry, Treasurer T. Gocilas, Deck Delegate Kadu P. Amat, En­ gine Delegate A. Bruno, Steward Delegate Franklyn Cordero. Teddy Dallas was designated ship's treas­ urer for this voyage. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck,'en­ gine or steward delegates. A vote of thanks was extended to steward de­ partment for a job well done. - , i? '.f '-V i* 'j'l �«iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiwff7ttlpii>^^ „....,, ^ ^^ - ^,=. « «^r, T-- SiAfijittEftS X0|5 K- EDWIN L. BROWN Pensioner Felix Aponte, 75, died on May 5 in Puerto Rico. Brother Aponte sailed as a bosun, and worked on such vessels as the Albany, the Brooklyn and the Detroit. He joined the union in Puerto Rico in 1947. Brother Aponte walked picket lines for the union in 1961 and served as ship's chairman aboard the Borinquen in 1975. He became a recertified bosun at the Lundebeiig School in 1975. Brother Aponte retired in 1979. •.«,>• , • ;! , '7 - • > :rV ^££::d:r m ' p , AS^- Pensioner Edwin L. Brown, 84, died January 9 in a convalescent home in fountain View, CA. Born in Illinois, he sailed in the steward department. Brother Brown worked as a steward, chief cook, cook/baker and messman. Brother Brown shipped with SlU-contracted companies Waterman, Isthmian and Seatraders. His wife preceded him in death. He was a resident of Sunnyvale, CA. WILLIAM BROWN Pensioner William Brown, 69, died May 6. Bom in Jamaica, WILLIAM AYCOCK he started Pensioner sailing in William 1947, and joined the SIU in Aycock, New York in 1963. He sailed 66, died of in the steward department cardio­ aboard such vessels as the pulmonary Robin Trent, the Steel arrest on Voyager and the Steel April 17. Director. Brother Brown also Bom in Georgia, Brother worked ^a laborer for Aycock served in the Navy. Bethlehem Steel. lie retired He joined the union at the from shipping in 1971.' New York hall in 1957, and sailed in the deck department as a bosun and AB. He EDWIN M. CHRISTIAN served as ship's chairman on Pensioner the Point Margo and ship's Edwin M. delegate on the Overseas Christian, Rose. Brother Aycock 68, died completed fire fitting at the April 16. Military Sealift Command A resident School in Earle, NJ, and of Rome, became a recertified bosun GA, he through the union's school at applied for his SIU book in Pihey Point. He retired in New York in 1945. Brother 1984. A resident of Seattle, Christian sailed as a bosun he is survived by his sister, and AB aboard such vessels Margaret Barry. as the Allegiance and the Robert Lee. He served as a ship's delegate on the GUILLERMO BACHILLER supertanker Manhattan. MCS Pensioner Guillermo Brother Christian retired in Bachiller, 65, died of 1983. Burial took place in cardiopulmonary arrest East View Cemetery in February 26 in San Juan, PR. Rome. He is survived by his A resident of Santurce, PR, wife, Irene. he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1959. He WILLIAM S. COSTA sailed as a messman from Pensioner 1945 to 1972 with American William S. President Lines, Matson and Costa, 66, Weyerhaeuser. Brother passed Bachiller retired in 1973. away on Pensioner Bachiller is May 7 of survived by his wife, Irene cardio­ Figueroa. respiratory arrest. A native of HENRK A. BJERRING Middleboro, MA, he began Pensioner Henrik A. his shipping career in 1952 Bjerring died February 28, and joined the union in 1989. Bom in Norway, he Boston in 1958. Brother became a U.S. citizen and Costa sailed as a messman served in the Navy. Brother and steward utility on such Bjerring joined the union in vessels as the Baltimore, the New Yoric in 1947, and USNS Neches and the Orion served as a ship's delegate Clipper. He retired in 1985, on many of his voyages. He and lived in Newport, RI. sailed in the deck Brother Costa was buried in department, holding the Notre Dame Cemetery in following positions: third Fall River, MA. His niece, mate, bosun and AB. Cynthia Kuhn, survives him. Pensioner Bjerring sailed on such vessels as the BERTRAND DONALDSON Charleston, the Brooklyn and MCS Pensioner Bertrand the Anchor^e. Brother Donaldson, 74, died of lung Bjerring retired in 1976. cancer March 15. Bom in Arkansas, the Seattle resident was a member of the Marine Cooks and Stewards. He began working as a messman in 1945, and sailed on vessels of SlU-contracted companies: Alaska Steamship Co., Amermail and Matson. Brother Donaldson retired in 1973. His wife, Tammie, survives him. OTIS N. EDWARDS Pensioner Otis N. Edwards, 84, died May 5. A native of Louisiana, he received his SIU book in Mobile in 1938. A former millwright, he sailed in the engine department as fireman, oiler and watertender. Brother Edwards sailed aboard such vessels as the Penn Exporter, the Seatrain Georgia and the Maiden Creek. He retired in 1970. MATTHEW EURISA Pensioner Matthew Eurisa died May 8 in New Orleans. Bom to Australian parents, he joined the SIU in 1953. Brother Eurisa retired in 1969 and resided in Metarie, LA. He is survived by his wife, Patricia. STANLEY GELAK Pensioner Stanley Gelak, 75, died on April 5 in Bristol, PA. He had cardiorespiratory failure. Bom in New York, he joined the union in 1941, and shipped with military convoys during World War II. He sailed as an OS in the deck department and as a messman in the steward department. Brother Gelak last sailed on the Sea-Land Finance in 1979. A resident of Levittown, PA, he is survived by his sister, Sophie Stevenson. LAMAR GRIBBON Lamar Gribbon, 58, died Febmary 5 inSlideU, LA. Bom in Penn­ sylvania, he sailed as a bosun and AB. Brother Gribbon sailed on such vessels as the Monticel Vermont, the Del Oro and the Del Umguay. A former draftsman, he served in the Navy before joining the union in San Francisco in 1962. His cremation took place at Security Crematory in New Orleans. His wife, Dorothy, survives him. LAWRENCE HANEY Lawrence R. Haney, 65, died on May 4. An Ohio native, he joined the union in New York in 1972. Brother Haney sailed as an assistant •, • !-'g: ..fey , ••••1"B'-'AII.I..I.II.J..U^^ ^ cook, steward utility and messman. He worked on such vessels as the Halcyon Panther, the Chatham and the Transoneida. EDWARD CRUZ HERRERO Edward Craz Herrero, 70, die^ January 27 in Oka, Tamuning, Guam. He lad pulmonary disease and emphysema. Bom in Agana, Guam, Seafarer Herrero worked as a steward utility on such vessels as the Potomac, the Long Beach and the Raphael Semmes. Brother Cmz was a resident of Agana Heights, Guam. Burial took place in Our Lady of Peace Memorial Gardens in Windward Hills, Guam. He is survived by his brother, Carlos, and by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. t ROY J. JONES Roy J. Jones, 64, died April 3. Brother Jones joined the union in New York in 1947. During his sea-going career. Brother Jones sailed in all three departments. He worked as a bosun, AB, wiper and messman. From 1968 through 1984 he was a member of the Sea-Land shoregang in the OaklandSan Francisco area. He is survived by his wife, Helen; his sister, Carrie Burton, and his step-children, Caty Walsh, Jimmie Wood and Nancy Dixon. ALLEN MANUEL Allen Manuel, 65, passed away January 2. He last sailed aboard the Overseas Alaska in 1988. Brother Manuel spent 26 years sailing with the SIU. He held several ratings in the steward department beginning as a messman and working in the following positions: third cook, second cook and baker, steward/ baker and chief cook. A resident of Reeves, LA, Seafarer Manuel saUed on such vessels as the Cove Liberty, the Falcon Princess and the Royal Oak. He is survived by his wife, Gladys. JOHN J. METSNTT Pensioner John J. Metsnit, 84, died April 20 in Northport, NY. Brother Metsnit sailed as a ship's carpenter on the Steel Rover, '' ^ .'i, the Steel Executive and the Steel Surveyor. He retired in 1971. He was buried in Union Cemetery in Middle Island, NY. A resident of Brookhaven, NY, Brother Metsnit is survived by his wife, Hilda. JOHN EMIL MEYER MCS Pensioner John Emil Meyer, 90, died on March 20. Bom in Germany, he lived in Milpitas, CA. Brother Meyer was a member of the Marine Cooks and Stewards. He spent 50 years shipping, and worked as a chief baker for Matson, Gracensa and Baltimore Mail. Brother Meyer had been retired since 1967. He is survived by his wife, Gertmde. WILLIAM L. MITCHELL MCS Pensioner William L. Mitchell, 74, died April 5 in San Francisco. A native of Pennsylvania, he sailed for 30 years. Brother Mitchell belonged to the Marine Cooks and Stewards. Before retiring in 1983, he worked on such ships as the Flying Scud, the Korea Bear and the President Harrison. He is survived by a nephew, Harland Hoffman. FELIPE NARVAEZ Pensioner Felipe Narvaez, 69, died in Houston, TXon April 14 of cardio­ respiratory arrest. A native of San Antonio, he joined the SIU in Galveston in 1944. Brother Narvaez sailed as an AB and bosun on such vessels as the Zapata Ranger, the Del Mar and the Ft. Hoskins. He also sailed in the SIU's inland division, making voyages for G & H Towing. Brother Narvaez retired in 1983. Burial took place in Calvary Cemetery in Galveston. ;• •"aA' •„ LUTHER JOHN PATEV Luther John Patin, 74, died of respiratory failure on March 1. A native of Bunkie, LA, he joined the union in 1958. Brother Patin was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He served in both the deck and steward departments. Brother Patin sailed aboard such vessels as the Morning Light, the Steel Director and the Del Rio. He was buried in Jefferson Memorial Gardens in St. Rose, LA. A resident of Metairie, he is survived by his wife, Dorothy. ^s,. • W^-i: �"P•".'%«>•-»-2-'•:••"»• ••v>-fr ->»?T"?"''"WWy-~r-r:"-riT,•' ••' . • i'.-. i •; ••-•• ,?.••?•.» a •• •,• ' •• •: ; • •>. • •' . . ~: •, • • ~ JUNE, m? »- . •••••.,; i' •.,; ..: ?. j.••<; , .,., v -••;•.. (•. 4. i. i. a ^ .;.- J: »• • -«. < >, ,•; / * .-. •, ™ Wy®fA-, T;-" <r ' ^ • 23 ) UPGRADING -' 'lUPiii^ ' t COURSE SCHEDUU iJH Pngnms Geared to Improve Job Skills And fromelo U,5. Moritime Induslry •i- ^ • tngind upgnding Codrios Check-In Date September 18 June 12 July 10 July 10 September 18 July 24 September 18 August 21 July 17 Course QMED—^Any Rating Fireman/Watertender and Oiler Marine Electrical Maintenance Pumproom Maint. and Ops. Completkm Date December 8 July 21 September 1 August 18 October 27 October 13 October 27 September 15 September 8 n .. June through September 1989 The following is the current course schedule for June—December 1989 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's needs. PLEASE NOTE: All members are required to take firefighting when attendmgA SHLSS. *All students in the Engine Department will have two (2) weeks of Sealift Familiarization at the end of their regular course. Detk Upgrading Comes 1989 Adnit iducation Schedule Check-In Completion Date Date July 10 August. 18 September 4 October 13 " Third Mate July 10 October 13 Radar Refresher/Renewal Open-ended, 3 days (Contact Admissions for starting date) Open-ended, I day Radar Recerttficdtion i . ? ' (Contact Admissions for starting .. ,•* '.X.. a<' date) Limited Inland Licenses ^ ^ July 17 Septembers Lifeboat July 24 August 4 August 21 September 1 September 18 September 29 (This course is not offered as a LNG—Self-Study ,V separate course, but may be taken while attending any of the regu­ larly scheduled courses.) *Upon completion of toiirse, the Sealift Operations & Maintenance course must be taken. Check-In Completion Course Date Date The Adult Education Courses for 1989 will be six weeks in length. High School Equivalency (GED) July 3 August 14 September 4 October 16 December 11 October 30 August 12 Adult Basic Education (ABAE) July 3 September 4 October 14 October 30 December 9 July 3 English as a Second Language (ESL) August 12 October 14 September 4 December 9 October 30 The Developmental Studies Glass (DVS) will be offered one week prior to some of the upgrading classes. Developmental Studies (DVS) June 5 June 9 (Prior to FOWT) ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course July 31 August 18 September 25 October 13 This Three week Course is an Introduction to Lifeboat and is designed to help seafarers prepare themselves for the regular Lifeboat course which is scheduled immediately after this course. This class will benefit those seafarers who have difficulty reading, seafarers whose first language is not English, and seafarers who have been out of school for a long time. Course Able Seaman '• '• • • Stewmil Upgnding Cainm Check-In Completion Date Course Date Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker All open-ended (Contact Admissions Chief Cook, Chief Steward. OfBce for starting date)* *A11 students in the Steward Program will have two (2) weeks of Sealift Familiarization at the end of their regular course. (First) Address. (City) Seniority (Area Code) xVi, •' • • ' I • x,.?x:s.x • •- • "Vi /TT.f''"' •••:%' :.-'r • ' • ''tp- ••-i' f-p:• ,.;P'v • "S-ri-i'V.' CPR: • Yes No • VESSEL 4'll, V, ^^— ^ RATING HELD .->1: DATE OF DISCHARGE DATE SHIPPED EX.". Book #DepartmenL • No U.S. Citizen: • Yes • No Home Port Are you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: • Yes •No (If yes, fill in below) to (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses: • Yes •No (if yes, fill in below) DATE. SIGNATURE. I Am interesled in the Following Course(s) Checked Below or Indicated Here if Not Listed Endorsemeht(s) or License(s) Now Held. Course(s) Taken. -i't ' , Telephone. • Yes Last grade of school completed. No^ , With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You must also submit a COPY of the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, as well as, a COPY of your clinic card. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule until this is received. Veteran of U.S. Armed Forces: Trainee Program: From. - Primary Language Spoken. Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member Q Pacific • if the following information is not filled out completely your applica­ tion will not be processed. Social Security #. No • Date Available for training Mo./Day/Year (Zip Code) Completion Date November 6 July 3 Check-In Date September 25 May 29 Course Bosun Recertification Steward Recertification Firefighting: • Yes (Street) (State) XES: 0-:- Date of BirtiL (Middle) • §em0caHen Pngnn^^^ • Yes Upgnding Application (Last) Third Engineer Variable Speed DC Drives Hydraulics Limited Assistant/Chief Engineer Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement: SUfAURS HARRY lUNKBiRG SCHOOi Of SamAHSHIP Name. 1.1 DECK • AB/Sealift • 1st Class Pilot • Third Mate • Radar Observer Unlimited • Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation D Simulator Course ENGINE • FOWT • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) • Marine Electrical Maintenance Q Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance &.Operation • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance Electro-Hydraulic Systems Automation Hydraulics Marine Electronics Technician STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility Q Cook and Baker • Chief Cook • Chief Steward • Towboat Inland Cook ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding Q Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) V: -••A.-,:. •0's ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) • High School Equivalency Program (GED) • Developmental Studies (DVS) • English as a Second Language (ESL) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation COLLEGE PROGRAM Q Associates in Arts Degree • Certificate Programs No transportation will be paid unless you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center. Piney Point, MD. 20674 . 'a • . "U '0 •"'•mi' f^ . 0 : -yt: • •. "'0 'i' i •). ''y- mm • -0. if P �SEUARCRS LOG SlU Announces Participation in Campaign to Find Missing Children ... 'J- ',;'• ;•''. •-' •' ". •'> ," • ^• :vl. ."R ^ ':r3- ;>i " Jv? ''I£r:.:.. .^- I' ?.'• The Seafarers International Union has announced that the organization will assist the Na­ tional Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) with its photo campaign to iden­ tify and locate young people who have been reported missing. Be­ ginning this month, the Seafarers LOG will dedicate a portion of its back page to publishing infor­ mation on a missing child. In announcing the policy, the union noted that SIU members are in a unique position to help—the geographic area cov­ ered by affiliated individuals is worldwide. It is the union's sin­ cere hope that by publishing the name, photo and facts surround­ ing the disappearance of a miss­ ing child on the back page of the LOG, there will be a greater chance of finding the young per­ son. This month, the Seafarers LOG publishes the name, photo and chronicle of Ann Gotlib. June 1, 1989 marks the six-year anniversary of Ann Gotlib's dis­ appearance. The search for Ann Gotlib has been a remarkable story of private and public indi­ viduals—some of whom are affil­ iated with the SIU—who have never given up hope of finding the young woman. Center is Clearinghouse The National Center serves as a clearinghouse of information on missing or exploited children. In operation since 1984, the group provides training assist­ ance to law enforcement and child protection agencies to de­ velop effective procedures to in­ vestigate and prosecute cases of missing or exploited children. And by distributing photos and descriptions of missing children nationwide, the Center publi­ cizes cases of particular children among the media, parents and missing children's groups. The Center coordinates child protection efforts with the pri­ vate sector, and provides infor­ mation on effective state legisla­ tion to ensure the safety and protection of children. Ann Gotlib: Missing for Six Years Ann Gotlib has been missing since 1983. Bom in the Soviet Union in 1971, she emigrated with her parents in 1981. Her father, Anatoly, is an engineer, and her mother, Lyudmila, is a teacher and pianist. They live in Louisville, KY, where the girl disappeared. Area residents formed an Ann Gotlib support group to help her parents deal with the disappearance. John Rabun, an investigator from Louisville, is now chief op­ Ann Gotlib as she looked six years ago when abducted by an unknown individual. A^e at DisapjM^pnance: 12 years old Sex: Female Race: White Height: 5 ft. 1 in. Weight: 85 lbs f/. ANYONE HAVING INFORMATION SHOULD GONTACT Eyes: Gray The National Center for Missing and Exploited Childre0> l-(800)-843-5678 Identifying Information: Fair Idfojp^xfon, freckled, pierced ears. Moles on lower back, very light eyebrows. Speaks fluent Russian and English. if- The woman whom Ann Gotilh may have been with when last seen in 1985 according to eye wit­ nesses In Brooklyn, NY. Circumstances: Disappeared from a shoppingmall while traveling to her home, between 5:30 and 6:00 P.M. Ann's biCycle, on which she I had been riding, was found against a brick pillar at the shopping mall. •^•9 ''A r yf- Investigators are operating on the assumption that Ann could be any where. Two views of Ann Gotlib as she might look today. The age-enhanced drawing on the left was done by a computer and rigbt is an artist's rendition of what Ann Gotlib might look like today. Dgt^ pf Biilli: 05/0OT ^ anywhere, and that information from the public could help find her. Rabun points out that Ann is fluent in Russian and English, and also has some familiarity with French and Italian. The Gotlibs stayed for a while in Italy awaiting entry into the United States. The size of the Gotlib family has changed since Ann disap­ peared. They now have a son, Jacob. After a delay of many years, the Soviet government al­ lowed Ann's grandfather to leave Russia in 1987. He had designed many of the Soviet civilian air­ craft. This gave the Communists an excuse for stalling. Sadly, he died shortly after emigrating. The Center for Missing and Exploited Children is pleased that the Seafarers agreed to pub­ licize the Gotlib case, Rabun says. Since merchant mariners travel to many places, they may have the chance to look out for missing persons, and spread the word about Ann Gotlib. Ann Gotlib's parents mark the sixth-year anniversary of their daugh­ ter's disappearance. Their search continues. Hair: Red ,.k erations officer with the National Center for Missing and Exploited children in Washington, DC. He dealt with the case locally, and is encouraging national efforts to locate Ann. According to Rabun, this is "one of the better investi^ gated cases." He says that "countless people have called in" with tips and alleged sight­ ings of Ann, but her wherea­ bouts remain unknown. Investi­ gators are operating on the assumption that Ann could be � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1980-1989 Description An account of the resource Volumes XLII-LI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource June 1989 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES SIU SEALIFT CREWMEMBERS SET ‘READINESS’ RECORD FOREIGN-FLAG OPERATOR THUMBS NOSE AT U.S. SAFETY BOARD WORKERS RALLY IN MICHIGAN URGES TIGHTER SAFETY LAWS ADMIRAL BUTCHER, SEALIFT HEAD, INSPECTS SIU TRAINING SCHOOL ITF FAIR PRACTICES COMMITTEE TO PROVE IMU STATUS SIU FIGHTS JONES ACT LOPPHOLE LEGISLATION WOULD HAVE FOREIGN AID SHIPPED ON AMERICAN-FLAG VESSELS MTD CALLS FOR CARGO POLICY DEFENSE CARGO RULE: 100% ON U.S. SHIPS PANEL’S RECOMMENDATIONS BECOME LEGISLATIVE PROPOSAL SIU-CREWED PENSACOLA TUGS BRING LADY LEX TO NEW HOME OIL SPILL PLAN GAINS MOMENTUM ALL MARITIME GROUPS PLEDGE SUPPORT FOR U.S. SHIPPING MARITIME DAY IS MARKED ACROSS AMERICA, MERCHANT MARINE VETERANS ARE HONORED CASSIDY SAYS TIME IS NOW FOR U.S. MARITIME INDUSTRY GROWTH AMERICAN MERCHANT MARINE VETERANS MEMORIAL DEDICATED STAMP REMEMBERS STEAMBOAT ERA LABOR’S STAMP CLUB ARRANGES SIU LABEL ON ‘FIRST DAY’ STAMPS CRUISE LINE WON’T COOPERATE WITH U.S. GOV’T INVESTIGATION THE STORY BEHIND CARNIVAL’S REFUSAL TO TALK WITH NTSB BELLATRIX CREW SHOWED ‘PROFESSIONALISM’ CATAMARAN RESCUED AT SEA BY SIU-CREWED SEA-LAND PERFORMANCE S.S. MONTEREY SHUTS DOWN PROFESSOR MARCUS OF MIT DELIVERS 1989 PAUL HALL LECTURE SIU MOURNS LOSS OF TWO FRIENDS EX-SEN. MAGNUSON, FIGHTER FOR U.S. FLAG SHIPPING CONG. PEPPER, CHAMPION OF POOR AND ELDERLY SIU CONTINUES TO HELP EASTERN WORKERS SEA-LAND CEO AT UNION SCHOOL LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FOR RETIRED SIU REP ED MOONEY SERVICE HELD ABOARD THE S.S. JEREMIAH O’BRIEN HISTORY OF MARITIME DAY FIRST FIVE GRADUATE FROM SHIPHANDLING CLASS M.E.T. CLASS TAKES FIELD TRIP SIU ANNOUNCES PARTICIPATION IN CAMPAIGN TO FIND MISSING CHILDREN ANN GOTLIB: MISSING FOR SIX YEARS Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 6/1/1989 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 51, No. 6 1989 Periodicals Seafarers Log