Teamster Election Block Writ Signed
Federal court action seeks to halt the upcoming Teamsters convention to allow new delegate selection. Judge F Dickinson will hear a request from attorney Godfrey P. Schmidt, who alleges rank and file members were illegally chosen, aiming to ensure officers reflect rank and file choice. Hoffa and Beck figures loom large as hearings target election integrity.
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Leak in 12 inch jet fuel pipeline near Niland California
A leak in a 12 inch jet fuel pipeline from Los Angeles toward Phoenix occurred about 12 miles northwest of Niland along State Highway 111. Southern Pacific Corp. said engineers quickly repaired the leak and fuel loss was negligible.
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Beck Hints Support of Hoffa
Miami Beach Florida two men in the drivers seat signaled the Teamsters Union course as Dave Beck retiring president and James R Hoffa candidate to succeed him urged retaining AFL-CIO affiliation but not at sovereignty’s expense Hoffa defended his bid saying delegates will decide and Beck noted Hoffa’s ability while Hoffa dismissed AFL-CIO opposition and warned against external interference in the convention.
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