UFW arrests climb as Fresno protests surge amid strike
In southern Fresno County sixty United Farm Workers pickets were arrested while lines stayed quiet in Kern and Tulare. Chavez aims to protect Delano contracts as growers refuse renewal, with overall UFW arrests nearing two thousand across three counties. Meanwhile the Teamsters rejected a settlement ending a Salinas Valley lettuce strike, denying a pay raise and warning of continued losses.
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Gas firms post spectacular profits amid shortages
Oil companies report strong second quarter gains as demand outstrips supply leading to higher prices and rationing in some areas. Executives cite full refinery utilization and regional expansion plans including a $450 million program at several sites. Major producers like Phillips, Commonwealth, Marathon, and Ashland show double digit profits per share gains.
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L A to sue to free gas tax funds for transit
Los Angeles City Councilman Edmund Edelman says a suit will be filed with the state Supreme Court to free gas tax revenue for rapid transit. He argues the funds may be used for transit within highway and street improvement aims under the state Constitution. The Center for Law in the Public Interest will handle the legal work, with Mayor Bradley invited to join as lead plaintiff.
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Cannery Workers Approve New Pact in California
Union members of the Cannery Workers Union vote 24 point margin to approve a contract covering 65,000 cannery workers across 85 California plants. The pact guarantees 13 to 35 cent hourly increases in year one with similar raises in the next two years.
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