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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1963
Page
6
Washington analysis shows railroads argue diesel shift reduced need for steam era firemen, claiming potential $600 million annual savings while unions contend safety requires extra eyes. The 1960s commission urged modernized bargaining on rules and jobs, but leaders balked, risking a nationwide strike before Kennedy-backed arbitration efforts.
Federal judge headed the commission urged halting firemen for freight and yard service. It called for dismissal within a year of 139000 firemen with under 10 years, and release by attrition for 27000 more. Displaced workers would get up to 60 percent of pay for up to 36 months plus rehiring preference and two years of retraining. Gilbert called the report harsh and retrogressive, opposing arbitration over crew size. The panel also urged reducing the 100 mile day to 10 miles and warned engineers would face pay cuts up to 80 percent. unions warned of longer hours and lower pay.
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