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Dispute Over Elevator Crew Leads to Work Action
In Melbourne a dispute over adding hatchmen on the elevators prompted a clash between the Commonwealth Shipping Board and the Waterside Workers Federation. Despite orders, the union resisted extra hires, causing a stoppage until the vessel’s crew resumed work under requisition. The matter involves Justice Higgins and federation rules on work refusals and collective action.
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Davis
Commonwealth Shipping Board
Enid
Justice Higgins
Teabteabion
Waterade
Association
Committee of Management
Federation
Commonwealth Shpping Board
Melbourne
A.W.A
Morris
West Australia
Port Pirie
Ommy
Focal