Bridges Backed by Longshoremen Union in Policy Vote
SAN FRANCISCO April 7 AP Bridges claimed a strong vote of confidence from his left wing International Longshoremen's Union in opposing CI O policies. By a 63214 to 11% margin the convention endorsed Bridges on union autonomy after two days of closed door debate with CI O President Philip Murray and Bridges supporters. Murray issued a sharp telegram calling Bridges' claims false and criticizing his attacks on Marshall Plan ties.