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Opposition to national postal contract grows in major cities
United Press International reports rising opposition to a proposed national postal contract, led by the National Association of Letter Carriers and others. In New York 23,000 workers vote on a strike plan that could trigger a nationwide walkout. Critics argue the 19.5 percent wage and cost of living rise is insufficient amid high living costs. Wildcat strikes have occurred at bulk mail centers, with nearly 100 strikers fired to quell disruptions. Two men were arrested in Jersey City-related incidents. bail set at $5,000 each.
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Donald C. Brown Jr
United Press International
U.S. Postal Service
Harold Lowe
Cleveland
National Association of Letter Carriers
Washington
New York
Moe Biller
New York City
Stephen Albanese
Boston
American Postal Workers Union
South
Midwest
California
New Jersey
Jersey City
N.J