Division 46 previews union streamlining after Chicago conference
Report notes the Presidents Conference in Chicago ended with no official actions. A committee will study reforms ahead of the 1950 convention, aiming to reorganize the International into two levels Local and International and to prepare questionnaires for further input.
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Labor union plan aims for nationwide restructuring
Representatives discuss a broad program to streamline the Communications workers union. Proposals include district divisions US Canada, district director elections, international representation, and coordinated activity among non Bell employees. Committee to refine questions through June 1950 to improve pay and conditions.
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AT and other giants linked by hidden interlocks
CWA News reveals tight cross holdings of AT and top managers with U S Steel Westinghouse Metropolitan Life and other giants. Interlocking boards steer wage policies across Bell System and allied firms affecting steel workers bargaining.
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Boykin Hosts Rayburn Dinner For 750 In Washington
Rep Frank Boykin of Alabama held a testimonial dinner for Speaker Sam Rayburn with about 750 attendees. The meal featured a lavish spread including salmon venison elk bear turkey antelope coon possum followed by shrimp turtle soup a thick steak three vegetables salad and dessert. The piece notes Boykin’s opposition to wage hour laws and cites a Wall Street Journal report of termites found at the Republican National Committee headquarters as a weak defense.
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