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VOL. 58 NO. 7 AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2004 Recall Announcement Reverses Layoff Trend There was good news on the employ- news for our members at Triumph, and we ment front for employees at Boeing and hope the trend will continue.” Triumph of Spokane. Boeing expects to Member Loren Guzzone was recalled recall approximately 700 Machinists Union as a Spar Mill Operator at the Frederickson members in Puget Sound plant on July 17. Loren by the end of the year while was excited to be back on Triumph of Spokane will R NUMBERS the Boeing payroll and recall 20 members in No- again have Union repre- vember. Triumph also Boeing expects to recall sentation. He valued the projects recalling potentially in Puget Sound by year's end. Union support he received another 7 to 10 members in Number of members Triumph during his layoff. January. 20 of Spokane expects to recall “Mark Blondin said it in November 2004. The Spokane recalls will was a priority to take care At the August Local C meeting, District 751 President Mark Blondin (left) Number of members put all employees who were Triumph projects to recall of those on layoff, and he welcomes Loren Guzzone back to the payroll at Boeing. Loren is one of the laid-off from Triumph in 7-171in Spok0ane in January 2005. held true to his word. The 700 members who will be recalled by the end of 2004. March back on the payroll Trade Adjustment Assis- and also rehire some from tance (TAA) didn’t just its accompanying support benefits, I could Boeing gave me a huge advantage over the preferential recall list, which consists happen. It was only available because the focus all my attention on learning a new other students – mainly because of the of Spokane Boeing employees who were Union filed a petition, provided the neces- trade,” Loren stated. “One day I heard two tremendous benefits our Union has se- laid-off prior to the sale to Triumph. sary documentation, and worked hard to students trying to scrape together enough cured to provide a safety net.” District 751 President Mark Blondin secure the benefits for us. I, for one, am money to buy soup in the cafeteria. They Loren added, “Yet the Union support declared, “This is great news for our mem- very appreciative.” talked about how tight their money was didn’t end with the TAA benefits. I saw bers, their families and the region. We are Loren used TAA benefits to enroll in an and how every penny counted so they laid-off Boeing workers complete their optimistic this is an indication of a turn Electronics Technician Program at Bates could stay in school. It made a lasting TAA program and then turn to QTTP ben- around in the industry. It is equally good Technical College. “Because of TAA and impression. I realized being laid-off from Continued on page 2 Decision on Wenatchee Alcoa Plant Elevated to National Level

On August 9, over 200 concerned Union members than 20 percent in the past year, and attended a meeting at Wenatchee Valley Community • Alcoa posted a record net income of $759 million College to get the lat- during the first half of 2004 (the highest Alcoa has ever est Union update on recorded during the first six months of a year). the fate of the At the August 9 meeting, Wenatchee Aluminum Wenatchee Works Trades Council President Jo Keyser reported there Alcoa plant. More would be no vote by the local membership because the than just workers Council does not have bargaining authority. Keyser District 751 President Mark Blondin (l) meets with have an interest in the declared, “My number one duty as your president is to IAM Strategic Resources Director Steve Sleigh to outcome – the plant uphold the constitution and bylaws. We have a contract discuss ways to improve health care quality and review contributions to the Boeing Pension Plan. is one of the largest signed in 1970 that states we do not have the power to private employers in negotiate economic issues – that will take place at a Wenatchee, with national level. Therefore, the issue has now been el- Union Focuses Early on much the same eco- evated to the national level. Your Council agrees that it nomic impact that is best to stay in the national agreement.” Benefits and Pension Boeing has on Puget Continued on page 2 Sound. With formal contract negotiations just one year Local 1123 President Mike Earlier away, the Union is continually working on our major Bratton answers questions this year issues like health care and pensions. at an August 9 meeting. when the Health Care Union In August, the Union/Company Joint Committee on helped Alcoa obtain tax incentives from the Health Care Costs and Quality met to get updates on the State Legislature to restart the plant, the future quality initiatives we have encouraged health care pro- looked bright for Wenatchee Works. Then, viders to adopt. Reports showed that virtually all hospi- Alcoa announced it would have to have con- tals in Puget Sound have responded and made pretty cessions from the workers to restart – even significant progress toward meeting the patient safety though: goals. • There is a signed contract with the Union Children’s Hospital in Seattle addressed the group and (a national agreement covering many plants) credited the IAM/Boeing Joint Committee for taking a that expires in 2006, Union members from Alcoa’s Wenatchee Works listen lead in this area and spurring their facility into action. • Wholesale aluminum prices are up more intently to an update on the future of their plant. Since implementing the initiative, Children’s has been Continued on page 2

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REPORT FROM THE PRESIDENT Meetings Lay Groundwork for Upcoming Contract Talks by Mark Blondin, ers nationwide. In regard to pensions, I made it clear meeting, with good information sharing, Boeing gave an optimis- that a cost-of-living formula in the pen- District President and we laid out a year-long schedule of tic outlook for both com- sion plan is the best solution. That way, meetings to address health care issues. While formal negotia- mercial and defense work in the $60 pension you retire on today will When you consider the double-digit in- tions are nearly a year away, the coming years. While the buy the same products and services to- flation that has hit health care, there is the Union has already been projection looks bright for morrow. much work to be done in this area. working to open dialogue jobs, our task is to ensure Boeing raised the issue of health care, We received some good news on the with the Company. The more that it is OUR workers in and we discussed the rising costs. We day of the summit – approximately 700 face-to-face meetings we OUR Union in OUR region asked them to join us in the fight for a IAM members in our region will be re- can have, the better each side who get those jobs. I as- national health care system that works, called in the next four months or so. The will understand the other’s position and sured Mr Stonecipher, and his manage- instead of just passing on the skyrocketing recalls will span a variety of job titles open the lines of communication. A sum- ment colleagues, that fabrication work costs of health care (which is rising at five including assembly, inspection, facilities mit meeting was held recently in Chi- was as important to this Union as the times the rate of inflation) to us workers. maintenance, machinists and wire shop. cago with Boeing executives including final assembly jobs. We are not satisfied All in all though, the summit was a We will publish job numbers and seniority Harry Stonecipher, Alan Mulally, with the current number of fabrication positive meeting. dates on our website (www.iam751.org) Laurette Koellner, Jim Albaugh, and jobs in the Puget Sound Region. We In August, the Joint Union/Company as the recalls are made. Gene Woloshyn. Attending for the Union earned the right to assemble the 7E7, and Committee on Health Care met to review Triumph of Spokane has also an- were myself, International President Tom we have earned the right to build the quality measures and explore ways to nounced recalls for later this year. Buffenbarger, General Vice President parts, as well. contain costs. Reports showed progress This is the best news we have had in Lee Pearson, Aerospace Coordinator The issues of jobs, health care, and in Puget Sound hospitals toward meet- some time, and hopefully the recalls will Dick Schneider and various reps from pension will dominate the next negotia- ing the patient safety goals the Commit- continue next year. other locals representing Boeing work- tions I’m sure. tee has outlined. It was a productive District Lodge 751, National Talks to Focus on Wenatchee International Assn. of Continued from page 1 Machinists and While many came to the meeting RECENT ALCOA HISTORY Aerospace Workers with mixed emotions, the informa- tion presented seemed to solidify 2000 Mark Blondin the membership as resounding ap- Alcoa idles two of its four lines to sell back President, Directing Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) Business Representative plause followed Keyser’s report. power and pocket the profits. Steve Reynolds, IAM Local 1123 2001 Gloria Millsaps Trustee and Vice President of the Vice President Wenatchee Aluminum Trades Wenatchee plant stops production during the Loren Guzzone appreciates the safety net his Council which represents all five energy crisis and begins selling its cheap Bruce Spalding electricity for profit. Union provided during layoff. labor unions at the smelter, noted, Secretary-Treasurer “It is now in the hands of the Inter- Workers remained on the payroll as part of national because the main topic is an agreement the Union helped negotiate Kim Leufroy Member Thankful for Union with the Chelan County PUD where Alcoa health care, which is under the juris- Sergeant-at-Arms Continued from Page 1 resells their 23 percent share of power diction of the national agreement.” generated by Rocky Reach Dam. Alcoa management and leaders Larry Brown efits for additional retraining money. They saw the Alcoa reached a new labor contract cover- Union had not abandoned them and continued to for the United Steelworkers of ing Wenatchee, which expires in 2006. Paul Knebel help long after the Boeing paycheck stopped.” America met in Pittsburgh, which is 2003 Tommy Wilson Since he originally hired into Boeing in 1988, headquarters to both, on Friday, Ray Baumgardner August 13 and agreed to meet again The Union helps Alcoa lobby BPA for lower Loren has always viewed education as important. power rates. within two weeks for further talks Tom Wroblewski Loren stated, “The IAM/Boeing Apprenticeship 2004 Program was another educational benefit I utilized on the Wenatchee smelter. Ernest McCarthy The Union helps Alcoa lobby the State and graduated as a journeyman machinist. Basi- Legislature for tax relief incentives of more Jackie Boschok cally, I have been pursuing any and all educational than $2 million to restart the plant and Emerson Hamilton benefits available. I look forward to using QTTP preserve jobs. Stan Johnson benefits now that I am back on the active payroll. Several months later, Alcoa announced it Education is something we all need to think about – needed concessions from the workers to Jerry Shreve even if you are still employed.” restart the plant – even though there is a Susan Palmer Loren also believes it is important for ALL signed contract with the Union that expires Zack Zaratkiewicz members to be active and involved in the Union. He in 2006 and plant manager Bob Wilt says attended two Union meetings within weeks of his they “could make mild profits under the Paul Milliken current labor agreement.” return to the payroll to thank the Union for their Roy Moore support during his layoff. He encourages others to L to R: Fred McNeil, Steve The last week of July Alcoa mailed layoff Union Business Representatives take advantage of the great educational benefits that Reynolds and Ed Rittenberg notices that could be effective October 1 to all its Wenatchee workers. Union Offices: are available. discuss Aloca’s recent actions. • 9125 15th Pl S, Seattle; 206-763-1300 • 201 A St. SW, Auburn; 253-833-5590 • 233 Burnett N., Renton; 425-235-3777 Union Emphasizes Early Focus on Health Care and Pension Benefits • 8729 Airport Rd, Everett; Continued from page 1 age being nearly 49 years old. The Union so volatile, private equity is where pension 425-355-8821 continues to monitor contributions made fund investors need to be. It was a good • 4226 E. Mission, Spokane recognized nationally as a leader on pa- sound decision.” (509) 534-9690 or 1-800-763-1305 to the Boeing pension plan to ensure the Toll-free to Seattle from: tient safety standards. plan is adequately funded to meet its Sleigh went on to say, “In compari- Nationwide 1-800-763-1301 In addition, the Committee outlined a pension commitments. District 751 Presi- son to other industries, the Boeing Pen- Tacoma 253-627-0822 year-long schedule of meetings to fully dent Mark Blondin had an indepth meet- sion Plan is in extremely good shape Hotline: 1-800-763-1310 address health care issues. Both sides rec- ing with IAM Strategic Resources Di- because Boeing has managed its pension Web site: www.iam751.org ognize it will be a difficult topic in negotia- rector Steve Sleigh to track recent Boeing assets relatively well. The automobile tions because health care is in a crisis state contributions and investments. In 2004, and airline industry pensions are grossly with double digit inflation each year. By Boeing has invested $2 billion into the underfunded, and the steel industry just 751 AERO MECHANIC already meeting and discussing the con- pension plan following a $1.7 billion dumped its pension and started a new cerns, we hope to find potential solutions contribution in 2003. one.” Connie Kelliher, Editor that will protect our members. When Boeing announced in June it While Boeing has made significant Member of The Newspaper Guild, CWA #37082 Secretary-Treasurer Bruce Spalding, would allocate $1 billion in pension funds contributions in the past two years, they District 751 AERO MECHANIC ( ISSN 0894-7864, who serves as Chair of the Benefits Com- to emerging investment managers or pri- made no contributions to the pension USPS 008-660) is published Monthly except Bi- mittee noted, “Our members need to plan from 1997 through 2002 because monthly in December/January by Aerospace In- vate equity funds, many members called dustrial District Lodge 751, 9125 15th Pl. S., understand the Union continuously the Union for an interpretation. returns on investments were doing so SeattleWA 98108. $3.50 of the annual dues goes works to improve their health care and Sleigh, who keeps close watch on all well. toward a one-year subscription to the Aero Me- chanic. $4 per year for non-members by District contain costs. It is not something we pension investments, felt it was the right Blondin noted, “Pensions remain a Lodge 751, International Association of Machin- address only during formal negotiations.” direction for the Boeing plan. He responded, top issue for our members. We will con- ists and Aerospace Workers, AFL-CIO, 9125 15th tinue to explore all viable options to Pl. S., Seattle, WA 98108. Periodicals postage Protecting Pensions “This private equity fund is exactly the paid at Seattle, WA. POSTMASTER: Send ad- Retirement is also a top issue for our kind of investment the IAM has been push- increase retirement benefits for our ac- dress changes to District 751 Aero Mechanic, members – especially with the average ing for. With interest rates so low and stock tive and retired members.” 9125 15th Pl. S., Seattle, WA 98108 August/September 2004 751 AERO MECHANIC Page 3

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751 RECOMMENDED CANDIDATES VOTE IN THE STATEWIDE RACES PRIMARY ELECTION Governor - Christine Gregoire, D Tuesday, September 14th Lt. Governor - No Action Christine Gregoire Our EDERAL ACES Attorney Gen. - Mark Sidran*, D F R Sec of State - Laura Ruderman*, D U.S. President/VP Auditor - Brian Sonntag, D Candidate For Governor John Kerry/John Edwards*, D Treasurer - Michael Murphy, D We endorsed Chris Gregoire because U.S. Senate Comm of Public Lands - Doug Sutherland, R she shares our values. She grew up in a Patty Murray, D working class family in Auburn, where Superintendent of Public U.S. Congress her mom was a short order cook (she Schools - Terry Bergeson, NP never really knew her father). Growing 1st Dist. - Jay Inslee, D Insurance Commissioner - up in her union home, she learned how 2nd Dist. - Rick Larsen, D Mike Kriedler, D important health care and a fair day’s 3rd Dist. - Brian Baird, D WASH SUPREME COURT pay was. Early on, Chris went to work at 4th Dist. - No Action Pos. 1 - Mary Kay Becker, NP Metzler’s blueberry farm. And she 5th Dist. - Don Barbieri*, D worked her way through college with a 6th Dist. - Norm Dicks, D KING CO SUPERIOR COURT job at a print shop. 7th Dist. - Jim McDermott, D Pos. 23 - Andrea Darvas, NP Throughout her career, Christine 8th Dist. - Dave Ross*, D Gregoire has delivered real results to the - Luke Esser*, R INITIATIVE 884 people of Washington state and became 9th Dist. - Adam Smith, D Wash. Education Trust Fund - No Action a true champion for working families. She has shown time and time again she 33rd District has the courage and independence to STATE LEGISLATURE Senate No Election stand up and fight for Washington fami- House 1 No Action *Denotes Challenger House 2 Dave Upthegrove, D lies – whether it is taking on the pharma- Throughout her career, Christine ceutical companies or fighting to keep Gregoire has continually fought for 1st District 17th District 34th District working families and seniors. Senate No Action Senate Don Benton, R Boeing jobs - she has always been there Senate No Election House 1 No Action House 1 No Action House 1 No Action for us. As Attorney General, she demon- our members. House 2 Mark Ericks* D House 2 Deb Wallace, D House 2 No Action strated daily a tireless work ethic and She’s running for Governor with a 2nd District 18th District 35th District commitment to ensuring the laws of detailed and comprehensive plan to im- Senate Marilyn Rasmussen, D Senate No Action Senate No Election Washington work on behalf of all people prove the economy and create jobs. Chris House 1 No Action House 1 No Action House 1 No Action House 2 Tom Campbell, R in our state. knows that creating jobs is job #1 of our House 2 No Action House 2 Bill “Ike” Eickmeyer, D Christine was there for us last year next Governor. Her plan invests in the 3rd District 19th District 36th District working hard in the fight to land the 7E7 in economy and clamps down on Senate Lisa Brown, D Senate Mark Doumit, D Senate No Election House 1 No Action Everett and keep a strong aerospace indus- outsourcing. With Chris Gregoire as House 1 Brian Hatfield, D House 1 Helen Sommers, D House 2 No Action House 2 No Action House 2 No Action try in Washington. She is all too aware that Governor, we won’t be using Washing- we have watched over 13,000 of our Union ton tax dollars to subsidize jobs going 4th District 20th District 37th District Senate No Action Senate No Action members get laid-off from Boeing in the out of state or overseas. Senate No Election House 1 No Action House 1 Richard DeBolt, R House 1 No Action past few years. These people need to find Whichever candidate gets elected in House 2 No Action House 2 No Action House 2 Eric Pettigrew, D jobs, and that is her priority. November, a change is coming to Wash- 5th District 21st District Her ability to bring people together 38th District ington. The question is, will it be the Senate No Action Senate No Election Senate Jean Berkey, D and build broad-based coalitions helped right kind of change? House 1 Barbara de Michele*, D House 1 No Action House 1 Kim Halvorson*, R House 2 No Action deliver much needed reform last year Chris Gregoire has a plan to move our House 2 Brian Sullivan, D House 2 Mike Sells*, D that had previously been stalled for years. state in the right direction. She’ll be a 6th District 22nd District 39th District These reforms played a role in the 7E7 Governor who represents us all. And Senate No Action Senate No Action Senate No Action House 1 No Action House 1 No Action House 1 No Action decision, which translates into jobs for that’s why we proudly stand with her. House 2 No Action House 2 No Action House 2 No Action

7th District 23rd District 40th District Sidran for Attorney General Senate No Election Senate No Action Senate No Action House 1 No Action House 1 No Action House 1 David Quall, D Mark Sidran is uniquely qualified to ence. House 2 No Action House 2 No Action House 2 Jeff Morris, D serve as our next Attorney General. With As City Attorney, Mark was a leader 8th District 24th District 41st District 28 years of hands-on legal experience— in public safety and set up model domes- Senate No Election Senate Jim Hargrove, D Senate No Action including 22 years as a prosecutor and tic violence and environmental crime House 1 No Action House 1 No Action House 1 Fred Jarrett, R House 2 No Action House 2 Lynn Kessler, D House 2 Judy Clibborn, D Seattle City Attorney—Mark Sidran will units. As Attorney General Mark will: 9th District 25th District 42nd District • Take on Enron and other companies Senate Mark Schoesler*, R Senate Jim Kastama, D Senate No Election House 1 No Action House 1 Joyce McDonald, R House 1 Doug Ericksen, R that cheat working people here in Wash- House 2 No Action House 2 Dawn Morrell, D House 2 Kelli Linville, D ington 10th District 26th District 43rd District • Double the size of the Consumer Senate Mary Margaret Haugen, D Senate No Election Senate No Election Protection Division House 1 No Action House 1 No Action House 1 No Action • Take on senior scam artists and House 2 No Action House 2 Derek Kilmer*, D House 2 Frank Chopp, D internet predators who target kids 11th District 27th District 44th District • Create a Victim’s Assistance Office Senate Margarita Prentice, D Senate No Action Senate No Election Mark grew up in Seattle and under- House 1 Zack Hudgins, D House 1 No Action House 1 No Action House 2 No Action House 2 No Action House 2 No Action stands the critical role of Boeing jobs— indeed all manufacturing jobs—in our 12th District 28th District 45th District region. Machinists across the state can Senate No Action Senate No Action Senate No Election House 1 No Action House 1 No Action House 1 No Action count on Mark as an ally and friend. House 2 No Action House 2 No Action House 2 No Action Mark Sidran is endorsed by Governor 13th District 29th District 46th District Gary Locke, retired Governor Booth Senate No Election Senate No Election Senate No Election Gardner, trade leader Martha Choe, Con- House 1 No Action House 1 Steve Conway, D House 1 No Action gressmen Norm Dicks and Adam Smith, House 2 No Action House 2 No Action House 2 Pat Sullivan*, D dozens of legislators and every Demo- 14th District 30th District 47th District Mark Sidran is the Union’s endorsed cratic County Prosecutor in the state. Senate No Action Senate No Election Senate No Election House 1 No Action candidate for State Attorney General. Mark Sidran will be an effective At- House 1 No Action House 1 No Action House 2 Jim Clements, R House 2 Skip Priest, R House 2 No Action torney General for us! be a strong advocate for working people Visit www.marksidran4ag.com for 15th District 31st District 48th District Senate No Election in Washington State. more information. Senate No Election Senate No Election House 1 Bruce Chandler, R House 1 No Action House 1 Ross Hunter, D Mark has a record of accomplish- House 2 No Action House 2 No Action House 2 No Action ment, taking on corporate and other For additional 16th District 32nd District crime, and winning cases in the court- 49th District candidate profiles, Senate Mike Hewitt, R Senate No Election Senate No Action room—the only candidate, Republican House 1 No Action House 1 No Action House 1 Bill Fromhold, D or Democrat, with actual trial experi- please see page 4 House 2 Bill Grant, D House 2 No Action House 2 No Action Page 4 751 AERO MECHANIC August/September 2004

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Dave Ross Endorsed for 8th Congressional Race IAM 751 endorsed Dave Ross for answers to the problems facing Con- Congress in the 8th District because we gress. During his 17 years as a host and believe he can bring a common sense, commentator on KIRO, Dave tried to independent approach to protecting and use common sense to bring people to- creating more jobs in our region. Dave gether on an issue. He tries to listen, Ross cares very deeply about working understand, and bring competing ideas families, is passionate about making a together. That’s how progress happens. difference, and is electable in the 8th But he does more than just talk about District 751 President Mark Blondin (front right) congratulates 8th Congressional District. Our Union has issues, he investigates them first hand. Congressional candidate Dave Ross for receiving 751’s endorsement. over 8,500 active, retired and laid-off Dave’s job took him from Tent City to members in the 8th Congressional Dis- Ground Zero and from Kurdistan to trict – making it a very important race. Qatar. All of these experiences pushed our jobs offshore. ployees, but good citizens. It has been decades since we had a him to run for Congress so he could truly • America is stronger with a thriving • Social Security is a promise; Wall friend in the 8th Congressional District - make a difference. middle class. Street is a gamble. one that will look out for working fami- Because Dave forms opinions case • He believes in spreading freedom by • Illness should not lead to bank- lies. Dave Ross is the moderate candi- by case, people sometimes wonder if example, not firepower. ruptcy. date for that open seat. He has been he’s liberal or conservative. Below are • He believes that real national secu- He doesn’t stand for big government, tackling issues for years – listening to all some of his beliefs, so you can decide rity requires both a strong military, and but good government. It may be hard to sides of an issue, moderating and asking where he stands: a less arrogant foreign policy. label him. But this is how he has earned the tough questions. • Business has no business lobbying • Schools need well-paid teachers who his living and reputation, and how Dave Dave Ross provides common sense for loopholes that move their profits and care not only about creating good em- hopes to earn your vote. Ruderman for Secretary of State Mike Sells for State Representative We all know that State Representa- This fall we have the chance to elect He would use that experience to do the tive Laura Ruderman has been a friend of a labor leader to the State Legislature. same in the State Legislature. working families in Olympia, but why Mike Sells is running in the 38th District He has worked closely with elected should we be concerned about her race for House, Position 2. He has dedicated officials at the city, county and state levels for Washington’s Secretary of State? his life to helping others. and understands how to get things done. One simple reason: Florida in the 2000 During the recent 7E7 campaign, Mike His experience on the Snohomish County elections! As we learned in Florida, it is worked diligently with the City of Economic Development Council (1981 to critical the person in the office of Secre- Everett, the Port of present) focused on cre- tary of State is committed to fair elec- Everett and local busi- ating additional jobs and tions. ness leaders in the attracting new busi- That’s why Laura Ruderman’s top Snohomish County nesses to our region. priority is passing a Voters’ Bill of Rights Economic Develop- Since 1981, he has to make sure that every vote is counted – ment Council to make served on the Everett and counted correctly. With the threat of sure they were work- Housing Authority electronic voting and potential tamper- ing in concert with our Board which oversees objective to maintain the Federal Housing ing by hackers, it is critical that our Laura Ruderman stood with us on Secretary of State is someone who will tough votes for the 7E7 and will and grow the family- programs in the City of protect EVERYONE’S right to vote. give us the same dedication as wage jobs represented Everett. She opposes outsourcing any state Secretary of State. by the Machinists. He is also a strong work and understands the value of creat- Since 1976 he has supporter of education ing jobs in this state. It is that understand- State, she has pledged to make sure that served as the elected and worked years as a ing that led her to take the tough votes in signatures on initiative petitions are veri- Secretary-Treasurer of school teacher in the State House last year that helped land fied objectively so voters never have to the Snohomish County Everett and was also Labor Council, AFL/ very active in the teach- the 7E7 for this region. Despite intense wonder whether an initiative actually Mike Sells can bring a labor CIO. It became a full ers’ union. From 1995 pressure from other groups, Laura stood qualified for the ballot. perspective to the State by her convictions, took on the tough The choice for us is clear. We must time position in 1998. Legislature. to present, Mike has fight and helped convince others of the get involved in this year’s Secretary of The organization is the served on the Central critical juncture for Boeing’s future. It is State race and support Laura Ruderman. coordinating body for 65 different AFL/ Washington University Board of Trust- a stand that will not be forgotten soon by Supporting Laura Ruderman ensures your CIO unions in Snohomish County which ees and is currently the Vice Chair. District 751. vote and your voice will be heard on represent over 42,000 working people. From traffic issues to training and Laura Ruderman also understands the Election Day. For more information on In that capacity, he has learned to build education, Mike will work to make sure importance of ensuring the initiative pro- her campaign, please visit coalitions and bring different views to- our jobs are maintained and there are cess is fair and legal. As Secretary of www.lauraruderman.com. gether to work toward a common goal. opportunities for a bright future. ECF Grant of $500 to the Guide Dogs Letter to the Editor: I would like to thank the active membership of District 751 for 751 President Mark Blondin providing the funds to send the Aero Mechanic paper each month (right) accepted a grant for $500 on behalf of the Seattle to the retirees who live near and far . It is nice to hear of the chapter of Guide Dogs of activities and the progress of District 751. America (GDA). Business Rep The Aero Mechanic issue of June 2004 had a front page Jackie Boschok, who headline: “Kerry Is With Us on Jobs.” Now is the opportunity to represented District 751 on support him in the general election and to put him to the test on this year’s ECF Campaign keeping middle class, well-paying jobs in America.That is the Leadership Team and Glenn best offer I have heard – especially since his opposition has made Vail (left), an ECF hourly no such offer. The promise of family-wage jobs is an offer we trustee, also assisted with the can’t refuse. At least the union leadership can hold his feet to the presentation. Boeing provided fire on this promise, if elected President of the United States. $2,000 in grant money this Cy Noble – St. George, Utah year to each site to be awarded as part of the campaign. First shift Steward Brian Pellard NOTE: Mail your letter to the editor: Attention: Connie was the lucky ECF booster chosen to name the agency of his choice to receive one of these Kelliher, 9125 15th Pl. S., Seattle, WA 98108 or fax to: 206- four thank-you grants, and he selected GDA! 763-0303 or e-mail to [email protected]. Deadline to make the next month’s issue is the 15th of the month. August/September 2004 751 AERO MECHANIC Page 5

IAM/BOEING JOINT PROGRAMS RV Maintenance Class Offers Useful Skills

The IAM/Boeing Quality Through est is discovered, QTTP does its best to Training Program (QTTP) Education As- find or develop a class to fulfill the request. sistance (EA) prides itself on responding One such request QTTP recently deliv- to members’ needs. When an area of inter- ered was an RV Maintenance class at Renton Technical College. The 48-hour course spanned 12 weeks and was taught in the Auto Repair Shop at Renton Technical College. The class was developed in response to a survey QTTP distributed on EA. QTTP put to- gether a focus group comprised of sev- Members recently took an RV Maintenance course at Renton Technical eral of the members surveyed and in- College. The class was developed after members expressed an interest in the vited representatives from Renton Tech- subject through a QTTP survey. Above students weld frames together for RV nical College. The information gathered siding. in that discussion was used to create the • Seam and crack sealers, etc. to learn how to repair fiberglass cracks in framework for the course. EA paid the • Guest presentations from a paint and his RV. “It’s great to take advantage of tuition, and members received two cred- an adhesive vendor. EA – that’s why it is there. There’s its for the class. 751 Union Steward Terry Stuefen took something to learn for everybody,” Steve Some of the areas covered in the RV the class so he could be more helpful to his stated. Maintenance course were: father-in-law, who owns an RV repair For more info about the Education • Bonding of aluminum, fiberglass shop. Terry noted, “Using Education As- Assistance Program, contact QTTP at 1- and metal sistance is very beneficial. I’ve learned 800-235-3453 or visit the QTTP website Member Steve Weber works with more than I could have imagined.” at (www.iam-boeing.com). sheet metal panels in the RV • Use of paints Maintenance Class. • Corrosion protection Member Steve Weber took the class Rodeo Rounds Up Forklift Drivers Fairs Promote Safety You didn’t need a lasso, On and Off the Job just good driving skills to enter the first annual The Frederickson and Auburn Safety Fairs offered Boeing Material Handling an enjoyable departure from the shop environment Forklift Rodeo. This inter- while serving a nal competition was held very serious pur- to select six team members pose – promoting to compete at the Regional safety. The IAM/ and State level competi- Boeing Health tions. Like a real rodeo, and Safety Insti- forklift drivers from vari- tute (HSI), along ous Boeing plants show- with the Site case their talents and skills Safety Commit- with a focus on the safe tees are proud to operation of equipment. help sponsor Drivers had to maneuver a these events. tricky course, pick up pal- The fairs offer lets, barrels, and various interactive dis- plays featuring Frederickson employees browse stack loads while avoiding booths at the recent safety fair. strategic cones on the chal- security and fire lenging course. However, 751-member Tony Jorgensen manuevers the forklift rodeo course during the protection, health besides testing their skills internal Boeing competition. and fitness, health plans, safety supplies, and disaster and avoiding the cones, preparedness. In addition, free health screenings for skin cancer, anemia and blood pressure were available. participants were also battling the clock. Three Boeing drivers (Mike Winman, Tim Eacrett and The “Don’t Gamble with Your Life – Make Smart Four of the top six Boeing drivers who advanced to the Doug Graham) will advance to the finals at the Governor’s Choices” booth proved a fun way to learn more about Regionals were new to the rodeo competition: Mike Conference after competing in the Regional Rodeo on safety. Weinman, Tony Jorgensen, Tim Eacrett and Jerry Selman. August 14. Weinman finished second, Eacrett placed Take the time to cruise through the safety fair at your Doug Graham, who was the 2003 State Champion also fourth, and Graham captured seventh place. plant. See chart below for upcoming dates and loca- advanced, as well as Shane George, a finalist in the 2003 Congratulations to all drivers for sharing their skills in tions. State Competition. this competition. Upcoming Safety Fairs Renton Plant - September 1 777 Empenage Posts 10 Years of Safety Plant 2 - September 10 The 777 Empenage area has built safety into Kent Plant - September 21 their daily routine. As a result of this conscious Developmental Center - September 23 effort, the area has gone 10 years with no lost day cases – demonstrating their commitment to safety. When the Everett Health and Safety Institute (HSI) Site Safety Committee did a safety tour of the 777 Empennage area as part of their monthly safety tour process, they recognized this area for its outstanding safety record. HSI Administrator Dave Brueher noted, “Ob- viously, to go this long without an injury is a credit to how they do business on a daily basis. Safety is important, and this area demonstrates what we can do with the Union and Company working together.” While most of the crew was present, others not 777 Empennage area was recognized for 10 years pictured include: Steve Jacobson, Gene with no lost day cases. L-R: David Duryee, William Townsend, Carey Young, Supervisor David Day, John Latham, Hallie Stevenson, Mark Seavey, In Auburn, members visit the “Don’t Gamble with Fallon, and Supervisor Elizabeth Wiens Rhonda Horton, Scott Ulinski, and Wayne Quick. Your Life Booth” which promoted smart safety choices at home and work. Page 6 751 AERO MECHANIC August/September 2004

Denis Youngson drives his ball straight On July 19, 144 golfers turned out for the 13th Annual Mark Blondin down the Local C Golf Tournament. While every golfer took home $1,600. Other fairway. a prize, the real winner was Guide Dogs of America, which ham $971, To collected over $14,500 in proceeds from the tournament. $610, and Sto Competition on the course was fierce this year as a total Thanks to t of three strokes separated the first, second and third place Graham, along teams. Mike Gillard won the men’s longest drive while Darrah, Ed Lu Stephanie Wilson captured women’s longest drive. Scott Rick McKinn Hempel hit closest to pin. Dave Swan, sp Many golfers stepped up their fundraising prior to the ing the event. event and avoided the entry fee by collecting over $150 in ensure the tou pledges. Vennie Murphy brought in $1,959.75 in pledges, who took pho

Jim Darrah (r), who helped organize the trip, prepares to Special Thanks to the Following Who Purchased Hole Sponsorship drop his line into the water. Mark Blondin & Pacific Raceways Ernest McCarthy & Kathy Brown King Bruce Spalding Gloria Millsaps Ed Lutgen, Heather Barstow, & Rand Wash St. Labor Council Rick & Sue McKinney Jimmy Darrah Repu IAM CREST Alison Satterlee Robbie Walter, Lake Tapps Ame Golf Fishing for Politics VSP (Vision Plus) Scott McTaggart Adult Family Home Clark photos Service Printing Auburn Site Safety Comm. David L. Crouch, DDS, MSD, Fife courtesy Local A Everett Site Safety Comm. PS, Puyallup, WA Wash On Sunday, August 8th, 70 members took to the ocean for the of Tony Local C Renton Site Safety Comm. IAM/Boeing Joint Programs Wash second annual Local C Fishing Derby. While most of the people on Schuman Local F Zak Zaratkiewicz Frederickson Site Safety Comm. Chris all three boats caught a salmon, the big catch was the over $5,000 the event raised for the Machinists Non-Partisan Political League The Winning Duffers (MNPL), which is the political arm of the Union. Sunny skies provided calm seas that ensured none of the partici- pants got seasick. Many caught one fish, but several were able to snag the limit of two salmon. The prize winners each reeled in an impressive catch: • Don Fike - 22 pounds, 9 ounces • Terry Searcy - 20 pounds, 9 ounces • Dan Denton - 19 pounds, 2 ounces An entertaining moment oc- curred when Richard Jackson The second place team finished with -16. L John Crissy displays the L to R: John Fierling, Matt O’Brien, Mike Riley, and thought he had a big one and yelled Frank Tacolucci captured first with -18. Moore, Tim Johnson, Mark Clark and Ernie ‘fish on.’ Moments later on the two salmon he caught. other side of the boat Spencer Gra- ham shouted he had a fish. After tugging and reeling for nearly 15 minutes, they finally realized that their lines were tangled and they were only pulling each other. Business Rep Jackie Boschok was the only fe- male member to make the trip and had a great time on her first fishing expedition. Participants caught the bus at the Seattle The third place team scored -15. L to R: Tim Farris, Paul L to R: John Lux, Jonathon Pohl, Denis You Union Hall at 2:30 a.m. Nuyen, Scott Cruikshank, and Dave Moe. Rebecca Pohl had great fun winning the ‘W to board the boats at dawn. Despite the early hour, all were pumped for the fishing trip and Terry Searcy displays his 20 pound eager to hit the high seas. Bill Baker Steel and Wheel Memorial 9 ounce salmon as Mark Johnson Special thanks to Jim presents the 2nd place trophy. Darrah, who put in The sun wasn’t the only thing shining on Saturday, cycles. It was countless hours organiz- July 24, as members and auto/motorcycle collectors of hours of w ing the boats, coordinating the bus, loading coolers, etc. Joe brought their prized vehicles to display at the First prized wheel Crockett, Mark Johnson and Gary Boulch also helped with the Annual Bill Baker Memorial Steel and Wheel Show. car washed a event. Thanks to Cindy Johnson, as well, for helping with the While there were many prizes awarded in different Special th check-in. categories, the real winner was Guide Dogs of Delegates, B America. This worthwhile charity will receive pro- organize the ceeds of nearly $4,000 (and contributions were still who helped i coming in as the paper went to print). Jacob Miller, Despite nearly 100 degree heat, visitors cruised See chart r the lot to examine muscle cars, trucks, modified of sponsors in vehicles, many classics and a fine array of motor- paper.

MNPL Director Rich Michalski (center) congratulates first place winner Don Fike (r) for his 22 pound 9 ounce salmon The Steel and Wheel show also displayed Pat Kinsella won the best custom category Brad Herrick w and third place winner Dan Denton (l) for his 19 pound 2 many custom and specialized bikes lined in with his 1969 Jeep CJS Willy. Mustang that ounce salmon. the parking lot of the Seattle Union Hall. category. August/September 2004 751 AERO MECHANIC Page 7

n turned in $1,750 and Ron McGaha collected rs deserving recognition include Spencer Gra- ony Curran $700, Andy Schier $694, Jesse Cote osh Tomala $600. tournament co-chairs Tony Curran and Spencer g with committee members Greg Campos, Jim utgen, Clark Fromong, Jon Holden, Pat Kinsella, ney, Rod Sigvartson, Mark B. Johnson, and pent countless hours behind the scenes organiz- Special thanks to the volunteers who helped to urnament ran smoothly and to Tony Schuman, otos at the event for the paper. ps County Democrats Moxie Media Art Busier dy & Linda Carter Cathy Allen Greg Powell ublican Caucus Ted Ogston Jack Caverly rican Income Life Clark Fromong k County Democrats David Swan Flowers and Gifts Jesse Cote Chuck Ayers powers a Bill Young attempts a long putt. h Machinist Council Chris Louie drive down the fairway to hington Democrats Kent Sprague help his team. stian Sinderman

Matt Hardy takes a Jim Roberts lines up a putt as teammates Jim Smith, Larry practice swing. Brown and Nate Gary watch with anticipation.

Ron McGaha attempts to get his ball out of a sandtrap.

to R: Roy McCarthy.

Stephanie Wilson (center with trophy) won the longest drive and also volunteered to help with the event. Thanks to others who volunteered, L to R: Tony Curran, Mark B. Johnson, Tommy Wilson, Spencer Graham, Stephanie Wilson, Art Busier, Greg Campos, Clark ungson, and Jackie Boschok tries to sink a putt as teammates Sally Fromong, Jim Rice, and Gary Jackson. Other helping, but not pictured: Jim Darrah, Ed We Tried’ award. Cunningham and Susan Palmer look on. Lutgen, Chuck Craft, Pat Kinsella, Rick McKinney, Rod Sigvartson, Paul Burton, Paul Knebel, Ron McGaha, Curt Thorfinson, Ken Inglet, Kent Sprague.

Bike and Car Winners a Success Best Cruiser & Bill Baker Best Bike of Show: Dan Olsen s easy to see the owners had put hundreds Best Chopper, Best Vintage, & work into maintaining and restoring their Best Modified Bike: Dan Meddaugh ls. Those attending could also get their Best Sports Bike: Mark Blondin as they strolled the lot. Best Muscle Car: Dennis Brevik -1970 Plymouth Roadrunner anks to all the Local A Officers, Council Best Custom: Pat Kinsella, 1969 Jeep CJS Willy Business Reps and Staff, who helped Best Vintage Truck Pre 1975 : Kevin Raiche, El Camino event to ensure it ran smoothly. Others nclude: Paul Veltkamp, Daniel Miller, Best Stock Factory Original: Tony Schuman, 1969 Dodge Dart , and Bruce Bob Anderson. Best Modified: John Carper - 1965 Chevy Nova right for prize winners and look for a list Best Eye Catcher, Engine, Paint, Chrome and Restoration: n the next edition of the Aero Mechanic Carolyn Baker, Bill Baker’s widow, was presented a special placque commemorating Shareen & Lou Desimone - 1957 Chevy the Bill Baker Steel and Wheel Show. L to R: Clifton Wyatt, Carolyn Baker, Bruce Best Vintage Pre 1975, Best Convertible, Best Upholstery: Spalding, Al Wydick and Jim Bostwick. Gerry Wiggins, 1948 Plymouth Convertible Ladies Choice: Brad Herrick, Mustang Convertible Bill Baker Best Car of Show: Carolyn Baker, 1955 Thunderbird

was proud to pose with his captured the Ladies’ Choice Shareen and Lou Desimone’s 1957 Chevy Kevin Raiche’s El Camino captured the best Gerry Wiggins won in multiple categories won in multiple categories. vintage truck Pre-1975 category. with his 1948 Plymouth Convertible. Page 8 751 AERO MECHANIC August/September 2004 Union Members Demonstrate Vote in Annual North America’s Might ECF Election When the Members working at Members of the Employees Community Fund (ECF) Grand Lodge Grand Coulee Dam will have an opportunity to vote for their new trustees Convention con- (see photos left and September 13 through October 11. Four newly elected venes in Septem- below) and Hanford trustees from a slate of seven candidates will become ber with the theme Nuclear Reservation part of the eight-member board at the beginning of will be featured in a North American’s January when four trustees finish the second of two film to be shown at years on the board. Hourly candidates Might, some of the IAM Grand Lodge are James Skoor, Pearlie Welch our Machinists Convention. members in East- and Allen Albertson. Salaried ern Washington candidates are Deanna Clark, will be featured in Gilbert Petitt, Stacey Olson and the opening film. Bradley Poirier. Trustees man- The IAM film age the day-to-day operations crew visited of the Fund that distributes about Grand Coulee $19 million annually in employee Dam and Hanford contributions to local community health and human earlier this year to service agencies. get footage of the important work our members perform in Because election organizers realize that many em- those locations. While most members are acutely aware ployees in shop areas still do not have easy access to that Machinists build Boeing airplanes, others are not computers, hourly members of the Fund will receive aware of our work on the Grand Coulee Dam or at the both an e-mail with instructions for voting on line and Hanford Nuclear site. a paper ballot through Boeing inter-office mail. Voting The film will provide a broad overview of Machinist on line is preferred, but those who cannot will have the Union members at work and will highlight the indispens- option to use a paper ballot. So please make your voices able role our members play in various industries. heard by casting your ballot in September. Your vote makes a difference. Carl Ritcheson Remembered On July 31, Carl Ritcheson passed He continued to serve in that position away after battling cancer. He was known until his retirement in 2003. Carl was a for his fight and intensity, member of the Union’s which is the same way he Benefits Committee in Volunteers Needed for Cancer Walk tackled the disease. 1992 and 1996, and served Join “Team 751” on Sunday, Octo- includes turn around points if you don’t Carl spent many years as HSI Site Safety Focal in ber 3rd to raise money to help fight want to walk the entire route. Registration serving members from the both Renton and Seattle. breast cancer in the “Making Strides begins at 8 a.m.; the walk starts at 9 a.m. shop floor, as a District Two of Carl’s passions Against Breast Cancer” fundraiser. Last (corner of 4th St & 100th Ave. NE). At Council delegate (4 years), throughout his Union career year, the 751 Women’s Committee, along 8:30 a.m. Team 751 will gather at the Union Steward (15 years), were the IAM/Boeing Joint with approximately 50 volunteers (con- fountain across from JC Penney. We will Local C Financial Secretary, Apprenticeship Program and sisting of stewards, members, family have a sign-in sheet, distribute team 751 and Local C Treasurer, as the IAM Tool & Die Confer- and friends), raised close to $5,000 for t-shirts and take a team picture. Stewards well as volunteering for vari- ence. Earlier this year, the the American Cancer Society. will receive two hours of volunteer credit. ous committees. Apprenticeship Program pre- You can sign up at the September If you would like to walk along with In 1985, he was appointed Carl Ritcheson sented Carl an award for the local lodge meetings or at any of the the Women’s Committee or make a dona- Union organizer and worked tremendous contribution he Union offices. The non-competitive 5- tion, please call Sue Palmer or Gloria full time at that position until he was made to the programs during his 25 years mile walk through downtown Bellevue Millsaps on 1-800-763-1301. elected business representative in 1989. on the committee.

RETIREMENT NEWS

Senior Politics July Retired Club Minutes on contributions will keep the plan func- by Carl Schwartz tioning into the foreseeable future. by Mary Wood, Mallory, Willard Morgareidge, Floyd Retiree Legislative Chair The only “problem” that some critics Retired Club Secretary Mustoe, Riley Napier, Charles Ramey, see is that there is a lot of money involved, The July 12 business meeting was and Henry Sigg. Sympathy cards were Most of us had the chance to watch the and fly-by-night investor helpers, brokers called to order at 11 a.m. sent to the families. Democratic National Convention on TV. and get-rich-quick bankers can’t run those Roll Call of Officers: Betty Ness Travel: Mary King gave a short Not only presidential nominee John Kerry, funds through their sticky fingers. That is was excused. report on travel but other speakers (Ted Kennedy, Dick the “problem” they see. Minutes were ac- and upcoming Gephardt, Howard Dean and VP nominee We have been around long enough to cepted as printed. trips. John Edwards) addressed senior issues know this. Our task is to be sure that those No Communica- Good and such as preserving Social Security and who come after us – the younger workers tions. Welfare: Tom Medicare and working for a in our trades, our own family Financial Re- O’Brien spoke real prescription drug plan. members, and a new genera- port: The July Fi- to us about We will have the opportu- tion of political leaders, know nancial Report some of the nity to hear the Republican the issues. They have to be was accepted as Union jobs, plans later this month. Be sure reminded how we got these read. other than to remember that talk and rosy programs and how important New Mem- Boeing, that promises are not what enacted it is to keep them. bers: The Club are losing their these programs. It was action, We still have considerable welcomed Joe and medical. by – it must be said – Demo- voting power. As the elec- Esther Rosas in Unfinished cratic Party elected officials, tions approach, both the pri- July. Business: that put these programs into place. mary and the general election, let’s be Health & None. The implementation of Social Secu- sure to remember that old labor mandate: rity, and then the Medicare Program have reward and vote for those candidates that Welfare: A mo- Every Monday those attending the New Busi- not only increased the life span of Ameri- support our programs, and vote against ment of silence for Retired Club meeting are treated to a free ness: None. the following lunch at noon at the Seattle Union Hall. Birthdays cans, but made the so-called “golden years” those who do not. members who & Anniversa- a healthier happier time for millions of us. Legislative Report addendum from the have passed ries: The Club The fact that longer lives have altered the floor. John Guevarra. On August 5, Sena- away: John Amdal, Marian Bitner, celebrated the following July birthdays: actuarial tables used to calculate Social tor Patty Murray invited a large group of Jimmy Blattman, Robert Blessing, Ralph Rose Cary, Sonny Ehlke, Al Morzenti, Security payments cannot be considered supporters to a 7:30 a.m. breakfast at Candelaria, Edward Gossler, Robert Toni Morzenti, Calvin Doss. as a failure of the system! Minor fiscal Qwest Field Plaza. Her 2004 re-election Henderson, Robert Hooper, John The meeting adjourned at noon. adjustments – and a removal of the “cap” campaign kick-off was open to the public. August/September 2004 751 AERO MECHANIC Page 9

RETIREMENT NEWS August Retired Club Minutes by Mary Wood, Menkie and everything was found to be Retired Club Secretary in order. A motion was made to accept the report. Motion/seconded/passed. The August 9th business meeting was Business Rep Report: Business Rep called to order at 11 a.m. Paul Knebel gave a brief report on activi- Roll Call of Officers: All officers ties in the Boeing plant. He noted that were present or excused. It was noted Boeing announced they would recall ap- Leroy Miller is now Sergeant-at-Arms. proximately 700 members. Minutes were accepted as printed. Health & Welfare: Ill brothers and Communications: Read letter of re- sisters this past month included: Eddie gret from Christine Gregoire that she Edwards, Dante Evans, and Al Wydick. can’t attend our picnic. A moment of silence was held for the Financial Report: TheAugust Finan- following members who have passed cial Report was accepted as read. away: Abe Caylor, Carl Duncan, Wayne Audit Report: Trustee Louise Burns LaBou, Albert Lageson, Roberta Lund, gave the report. The retirement check- Clair Nau, Dennis Painter (active mem- ing account of January through June, ber at Triumph Spokane), Emil Sabbatini, 2004 was audited by Louise and Cheri and Alice Sanders. Sympathy cards were sent to the families. Retirees brought pot luck dishes and desserts to share at the Retired Club Calendar of Events picnic, while Union officers, reps and staff provided chicken and soft drinks. 9-6-04 Bingo 9-13-04 Meeting the Alaskan Way viaduct petitions, which New Business: A motion was made 9-20-04 Paul’s Party agree with State Rep. Helen Sommers to allow petitions to be available con- Makers that the best viaduct alternatives are to cerning the Alaska Way viaduct. 9-27-04 Bingo rebuild or a new aerial. Neither of the Birthdays: The Club celebrated the Good & Welfare: Al tunnels proposed are feasible. A Seattle following August birthdays: Al Wydick, Wydick wanted TO MAKE Post Mary Allen, ALL AWARE: a man named Intelligencer RETIRED CLUB OFFICERS Fran Jim or James Schmidt con- poll on July President Al Wydick 253-876-2147 Dinwiddie. tacts people with “gifts” (ham 10 found Vice President Alvin Menke 206-772-1482 August anni- or soup) and then demos a that 25 to 1, Secretary Mary Wood 206-243-7428 versaries in- vacuum cleaner and attempts people love Treasurer Betty Ness 206-762-0725 cluded: to “borrow” money from cus- the viaduct Srgnt-at-Arms Leroy Miller Henning & tomers. He MAY or MAY and do not Trustees: Louise Burns 206-242-5878 Helen Ross, NOT deliver the cleaner and want it re- Cherie Menke 206-772-1482 Sonny & Mar- MAY or MAY NOT pay the placed with garet Ehlke, Union Office: (1-800-763-1301) or 206-763-1300 money back. The brand of a tunnel. He Tim & Gloria cleaner is Tri-Star, please DO also read an Millsaps, NOT open your door to a excerpt from Steve Williamson (KCLC) Charley & Irene Nelson, Ron & Rose The Retired Club Picnic gave several a chance stranger, least of all DO NOT who expressed that loss of the viaduct Cary, George & Martini McIntyre. to play horseshoes in the nearby pits. let them inside your home. would be catastrophic. The meeting adjourned at 11:50 a.m. Gene Hoglund spoke on Unfinished Business: None

Retirees Congratulations to the following members who retired from Boeing: Anthony Alix Douglas Colello Einar Fosness Robbee Jones Wayne Moore Rodney Simmons Robert Withrow Ernest Aoki Eugene Collins Leon Gibson John Kallis Michael Moyer Larry Simpson Janet K. Atkinson Richard Cook Edna Guillory Prasit Kambhiranond James Oakes Dennis Smith Congratulations to Judith Austin Joanne Couch David Hamilton Larry Labolle Ronald Osborn Garland Smith the following Michael Bailey Dennis Cummings Dianne Hampton Ellen Ladwig David Parlari Monte Stein retirees from Josefino Bayuga David Davis Gary Hansen Glenda Lambert Douglas Perkins Frank Steiner Local 1951: Terrance Becht Robert Davis Jerry Hanson Garth Lauritsen Linda Perrine Wesley Straight • Ronald Kimbell Bruce Berg Edward Debaugh Robert Harms Jon Leckenby Gary Potter Claire Sullivan (Fluor -Hanford) Jimmie Berg James Delzer Billie Harris Michael Lovell David Rasey Michael Sullivan • Donald Christensen Rodney Berry Olga Diaz Bobbie Harris Avapouli Malo Evelyn Rebhan Jimmy Sutton (Rabanco) Michael Brokaw Kenneth Dinning Bruce Hebib Morris Marx Carolina Rodriguez Robert Vaughn • Jerry Collins Edward Buchanan Conrad Doering Harold Hill Patricia Mayovsky Joy Ross Edward Todd (Rabanco) Mildred Burrow Gary Dudley Donald Hoynes Dan McKay Cathleen Rowland Roger Watts Melvin Camarata Deloris Ellis Ronald Isaak Gerald McKenhnie Arnold Schindler Dennis Wheeler Richard Carnahan, Sr. Melvin Faber Alex Isadore Dennis Moon James Scobee Ronald Whitehead William Cline Van Flanders Seppo Jalonen Dorothy Moore Wesley Shattuck Michael Wicklund Washington Alliance of Retired Americans Conference Plots Senior Action by Carl Schwartz political efforts of the Alliance, espe- our bylaws, and elected officers for the “people friendly” legislators in the fall cially in “key” coming term. elections, so that some of these cuts can On Wednesday June 30, some 100 states, which in- Art Boulton was be restored. delegates met at District 751’s Hall for clude Washing- re-elected Presi- Deana Knutsen, co-chair of Wash- the State Convention of the Washington ton. He said we dent of our State ington Citizen Action, spoke to the ef- State Alliance for Retired Americans. need to be sure Alliance. forts to bring in younger retirees to help After the call to order by President Art that all seniors Al Link of keep our organization active. Boulton, the delegates heard Senator are registered to the State Labor Members approved several resolu- Patty Murray speak to senior issues. She vote – unfortu- Council spoke tions: seeking support for Canadian phar- noted that Medicare and Social Security nately many still on the actions of macies that continue to make prescrip- are fair and equitable programs, they are are not. Next we our state legis- tion drugs available to US citizens (in working, and are keeping literally mil- must ensure se- lature noting opposition to drug corporation pressure); lions of older Americans out of poverty. niors are in- that Labor and also to defend and continue to fund the She pledged to work with seniors to formed of the is- seniors have “section 8” programs that help low in- protect these programs and also to re- sues at stake, been fighting come seniors rent housing; to support place the phony prescription drug bill AND that they do cuts in almost all the Seattle petition seeking Health Care with a real benefit for seniors that need vote. domestic pro- for ALL; and supporting 751’s resolu- medication. Delegates ap- Senator Patty Murray (l) speaks with Carl grams. He tion calling for a cost-of-living provi- Ed Coyle, National Executive Direc- proved some Schwartz about her efforts to help hoped we will sion to be included in private retirement tor of the Alliance, then spoke of the amendments to seniors. have gains in plans, including the Boeing plan. Page 10 751 AERO MECHANIC August/September 2004 FOR FREE MEMBERS WANT ADS ONLY RX DRUGS from Canada- 50% less than U.S. ADJUSTABLE BED – wireless remote, twin, prices! 425-251-8168 headboard. Like new $395. 425-255-7963 ANIMALS AD RULES Each single ad must be 25 words or LET A UNION BROTHER help you buy or WHIRLPOOL & GE WASHER AND DRYER LOVEBIRDS – babies $30 while they last! less. Use a separate piece of paper or sell your next home. Call Dan 425-280-6954 – late model bought for rental. They had their Email [email protected] or Puyallup 253- ad blank for each ad, as they are pre- or email [email protected] own. Both for $350. OFFICE CHAIR – paid 770-8069 or . 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Exc cond $9K. 206-772-1752 FURNITURE AND condition. 425-432-6134 (10 AM – 8 PM) COTTAGE APPLIANCES AUTO PARTS & SOFA/LOVESEAT – beautiful, well-built, flo- ACCESSORIES INDUSTRIES KNIGHTFIRE free-standing cast iron gas/wood ral print with shades of green, ivory, and mauve. FIREPLACE $200 (Cost $1600 new). Thule Solid oak trim and clawfoot accents. Perfect RUNNING BOARDS – for full size Dodge PROFITABLE DISCOUNTS – monthly spe- cartop ski rack – Guttermount base rack w/6 cond. Paid $2200 at Bry’s in Marysville. Call pickup truck and trailer hitch. $75 each OBO. cials. Be creative – introducing Trichem’s pair carrier $175; 425-776-6948 Tamara at 425-418-5547 evenings or 425-631- 360-569-2209 newest crafts: 10 rich, earthy wood tones, 29 5346 days. Will send pictures upon request. glass/candle painting systems. Transportation EARTH PELLET STOVE – with insulated ALMOST ALL PARTS to rebuild 1968 Bronco needed. Catalogs. Daisy 253-839-7272 pipe and floor pad $750; WASHER & DRYER FRIGIDAIRE 4-BURNER natural gas – with 1974 engine, transmission and transfer $150; SHOTGUN shell loader $75; X-RAY cooktop- very clean $50 OBO. Dresser mir- case with 25K miles. $1500. Also some extra ENJOY FEELING AGELESS with Oasis – view box $150; DAYBED and mattress $150. ror 18x26, natural finish. 425-255-1804 body parts. 253-845-0119 the next great NW company. Business preview 425-255-4176 in Federal Way. Call Grady at 360-825-2397 HOUSING 2 NEW TIRES – Cooper 365 radial WW steel- or www.oasisnetwork.com DAVENPORT – wicker/rattan. Plush seat belted P-205-75R-14. One mounted and used very cushions and wide, sweeping arms. Natural PRICE REFLECTS motivated seller – RE- little- like new. All three $30. 253-874-8072 PAIN? Let this Bastyr University graduate wicker is handwoven. Almost new. Beautiful. DUCED from $72K to $68K. Federal Way 3 with a Masters of Science in acupuncture, Sacrifice $525. 425-255-7963 BDRM/2 BATH modular, large master with THULE CARTOP SKI RACK – Guttermount massage and Chinese medicine give you relief. walk-in, dbl-wide closets, marbled-tiled shower, base rack w/6 pair carrier $175; Knightfire Call 425-830-6765 for appointment. DUAL RECLINING LOVE SOFA – with extra lg closets in all bedrooms, rounded cor- free-standing cast iron gas/wood fireplace $200 center arm. Excellent condition $75 in Renton. nered walls with newer carpet. All appliances (Cost $1600 new). 425-776-6948 WEB DESIGN – need a business site, personal 425-255-7963 stay except refrigerator. Dining area has built- site or family site? Contact me. Ex-Boeing in china hutch, heat pump for heating and 1996 – 03 TANK and FENDERS for Harley employee - local business. 206-276-8399 or LOWERY ORGAN – lift-up bench, bi-level cooling. Outstanding neighborhood with club- Dyna-low rider. Custom paint. Call for more www.magneticwebdesign.com keyboard, tempo selects, Leslie speakers. Must house activities w/large screen TV & rooms in information. 206-271-5944 see to appreciate. Mint condition. Beautiful Senior Park. Front entrance has newer deck WITH DOCTORS FLEEING this state due to wood $495. 425-255-7963 or 425-226-1760 and ramp. Large yard for flowers, etc. 360- 1990 T-BIRD LX for parts – damaged front, bad legislature – the only way we can fight back 665-4003 or 206-232-9475 leather interior, good tires, susp, tran, etc. Ran is to stay healthy by using an immune system DINING ROOM SET – walnut with 3 leaves, well when damaged $1200 for all OBO. 253- modulator that is FDA-approved. We maintain 4 arm chairs and lighted China hutch cabinet INN AT MAZATLAN – Gold Crown ocean- 833-6081 our health and cut the cost of medical care $375. 425-392-1176 leave message front resort – Thanksgiving week November drastically. 206-941-0114 22-29. 1 bedroom, sleeps 6. Partial kitchen and BRAND NEW 2002 FORD F150 factory rims 80” SOFA w/matching CHAIR and ROCKER A/C. All amenities $600/wk. 253-333-0609 – set of 4, size 16. $200 OBO. 253-536-2301 FARM FRESH EGGS – for sale $2 a dozen. – like new. All 3 pieces for $200. 253-874- Brown eggs laid by free-range, naturally-nested 8072 (Seattle); 253-927-5188 (Tacoma) PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO – Villa del 2 TIRES – 1 RV tire (as new) 7.50R16LT chickens. We’re located on the East Hill of Palmar 5-star oceanfront resort. Thanksgiving M&S; Goodyear (as new) P225 70R16 M&S Kent. 253-630-8520 3-WAY TABLE – (table, card table, bumper week November 20-27. Studio sleeps 2. Kitch- Eagle L/S $40 each. Also 1969 FORD TRUCK pool table) with bumper pool balls $300. 253- enette and A/C. All amenities – several units 3 QTR ton camper special $900. 253-838-7565 FORMER BOEING EMPLOYEE turned re- 630-4120 $450/wk. 253-333-0609 alty agent – Phil Bannon. Sell or find property 1 BOX-TYPE power steering unit; 1 PWR for you! Sales average in 2-3 weeks. 206-382- CONTOUR CHAIR with electric vibrator & WORDMART BIRCH BAY RESORT – piston-type. Make offers. Would like informa- 2909 or 360-657-1528 or [email protected] heat. Needs a new cord. Rose color upholstery. Blaine, WA. October 24-31. 5-star resort with tion on brackets that mount power steering or www.wmcrealestateservices.com Will sell for $100 OBO. Also have two antique 3 BDRM (sleeps 8), 2 bath, full kitchen $700/ pump to 6 cylinder 250 CU 66 Chevy pickup dolls. 206-870-1506 wk. 253-333-0609 engine. 425-255-1804 SNACK WIZARD VENDING SERVICES- have various type candy/soda machines avail- WHIRLPOOL WASHER & DRYER – like WHISTLER, B.C. – Mountainside lodge in the STEERING COLUMNS REPAIRED- fix able for placement in your business. I service new condition, large capacity $300 for both. village. November 12-19. 5-star resort with 1 that unsafe, loose, tilt or telescopic column and fill machines weekly. No cost to you! 206-772-1752 BDRM loft (sleeps 6), 2 BATH, full kitchen, today! Columns repaired or modified. Col- Sheila 253-670-3188 sauna in master $800/wk. 253-333-0609 umns and parts for sale. 425-228-3326 CHINA CABINET – perfect condition, me- PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT – Pressure dium cherry. Nice design, style, glass front PERFECT FOR HUNTING/FISHING – house BOATS washing, window cleaning, driveways, side- with four lower doors. Includes misc collect- for rent. Efficient 2 BDRM, fully furnished daily/ walks, siding, roofs, painting, fencing, land- able glassware. Measures 6’Hx55”Wx17”D wkly/monthly rates in rural NE Montana. 14’ BOAT – Evenrude motor, 25 HP, trailer scaping & more. 206-228-5145 $350. 425-710-0626 [email protected] or Connie 406-762-3225 and EZ-Load. $1500 cash only. 360-479-2864

ELECTRIC/GAS SCOOTERS – 100-750 Circle One: ANIMALS ELECTRONICS & ENTERTAINMENT PROPERTY watts, 24-36 V, 10-17 MPH. Several colors. BOATS FURNITURE & APPLIANCES RECREATIONAL MEMBERSHIP Folds down. Great for RV, boats, camping. TOOLS RECREATIONAL VEHICLES SPORTING GOODS Fun for all ages! 206-542-0104 HOUSING MISCELLANEOUS VEHICLES AUTO PARTS & ACCESSORIES COTTAGE INDUSTRIES MOVING OUT OF STATE – Must sell 1977 Ad (25 word limit. Please BAYLINER Montego 3350 Sportfish, like new, print).______radar, fish-finder, gen-set, heat, 2 state-rooms. Full up galley, shower, twin engine $39,500. ______206-972-1888 ______1992 22’ BLUEWATER – 350 V8 Chev/Mer- cury OD, cuddy cabin, porta-potty, sink, ice- ______box, AM/FM stereo, depth-finder, full canvas top, EZ Loader tandem trailer. Excellent con- Phone (or Address) dition $13,900. 253-884-4553 ______

13’ LIVINGSTON BOAT and trailer $500 OR The following information must be filled in for your ad to appear: add tanks, some gear and depth-sounder as a package $850. 425-255-4176 Name ______Clock Number ______16’ TRI-HULL BOAT – step-through wind- shield, 80 HP, Mercury motor. Excellent cond. Address ______Shop Number ______Runs well. 16’ single axle trailer- all reinforced Mail Coupon to AERO MECHANIC NEWSPAPER, 9125 15th Pl. S., Seattle, 98108 Deadline is September 7 and painted. $1995 cash. 360-832-2867 August/September 2004 751 AERO MECHANIC Page 11

KONA, HAWAII – beachfront condo, large 2 WEDDING DRESS – Size 10, white, full- ELECTRIC/GAS SCOOTERS – 100-750 1957 CHEVY BELAIR – 4-door sedan. BDRM/2 BATH, spectacular view. Sleeps 4. length w/puff sleeves, includes veil. Cleaned watts, 24-36 V, 10-17 MPH. Several colors. Beautiful Robin’s Egg Blue with white top $750-$850 a week plus tax, 10 percent discount and in preserving box. Paid $800, asking $325. Folds down. Great for RV, boats, camping. and matching interior. V8, AT, wide WW to Boeing employees – pays taxes. 206-938- 253-288-8895 (leave message) Fun for all ages! 206-542-0104 tires. Front disk brakes. Runs and drives 9214 or www.banyantreecondo.com great $12,900. Call John 425-353-4136 COOKBOOK COLLECTION – 1950’s & 250 HONDA ELITE – Automatic, highway SUMNER/PUYALLUP – Spotless large 3 1960’s. Five books $10. You’ll get hours of legal, low mileage (650), black beauty. Looks 1972 INTERNATIONAL DUALLY - $2K. BDRM/2.5 BATH, 3-car garage home and pleasure from these recipes. 425-255-7963 like it just came out of a showroom $1500. 1987 TOYOTA CAMRY – dependable, eco- appliances. Fenced backyard with deck. Easy Renton/Bellevue area. 425-255-7963 nomical, new transmission in 2003. $1800. access to major highways. 1 year lease. Ready SEWING PATTERNS – women’s and teens in 425-255-4176 to move in. 425-226-8581 sizes 10, 12 and 14. Assorted styles from the ILLNESS FORCES SALE OF 19’ 90’s. Most never used. About 6 dozen. $1 each OKANAGAN – good condition with many 1974 3-QTR ton INTERNATIONAL PICKUP ROOM FOR RENT – with lake view, jetted tub or make offer for all. 425-432-6134 (10 AM – extras. $5K OBO. 206-244-9219 – 4 WD, 205 transfer case, all good running $400 including utilities and parking stall. Beau- 8 PM) gear, could be used in jeep, etc. $1200 OBO. tiful home in Lake Stevens. 425-750-8850 1984 HONDA MOTORCYCLE series Vf700S 253-941-1987 ARE YOU MAKING CABINETS? Have – needs work. Sell as is and best offer. 253- SUMNER - FSBO – 1750 sq ft, 1.5 story .30 natural cedar drawers, doors, etc. Mahogany 961-5912 1979 CHEV MONTE LANDEAU – blue over AC, 3 BDRM plus den, 2.5 BATH, natural gas, closet doors with passage and hinges, regular white, runs and looks great. Reasonable. If no FP, built-in vacuum, 2-car garage w/220, doors. 425-255-1804 250 HONDA MOTORCYCLE – less than 2K answer, leave # and will call back. 253-833- hardiplank siding, shed, large patio, landscaped, miles. $1600 firm. Cash only. 425-392-1176 6426 lots of parking $242K. 253-862-7915 WHEELED YARD VACUUM – 5 HP engine, leave message. Briggs engine, new bag. LWB canopy with 1979 ONE-TON FORD EXTENDED VAN EIGHT each MERCURY GLASS windows in boat rack - very good condition $125 OBO. SNOWMOBILE – 1994 Polaris 440 SKS, – Camper conversion by Alaska Camper. hardwood frames $10 each. 253-854-1516 Used lumber – cheap, some free. 425-255- cover, extra belt, runs well. First $1K takes it. Pristine condition. $2500 OBO. 253-852- 1804 425-255-1047 5326 1979 24’ x 56’ mobile home in family park. 2 BDRM/2 BATH, fireplace, garden tub. GARDEN HOSE REEL attaches to faucet, GOLF CART – 82 Yamaha fresh paint. Gold 1986 FORD BRONCO – 4x4, 300 6-cyl en- Appliances stay. Close to Everett Boeing wheeled push cultivator, wood fruit boxes, 5th and white. Plus charger- runs well $800. 360- gine, full-size, $2500. 253-797-4135 plant and shopping. Space rent $555. $37,500 wheel lock, 2 wood swing seats with heavy- 249-4432 OBO. 425-353-0564 duty chains. 425-255-1804 1989 FORD LTD XL Country Squire station 1982 SPORTS COACH – Cross country 26’, wagon – Looks good, drives and run great. MISCELLANEOUS WANTED: Free old Enduros motorcycles , Class A, 65K miles, Chev 454 with headers. Approx 134K miles. V8, AT, AC, PW, PDL, mini-bikes, tote goats, dirt bikes, ATV, running 4.0 ONON Gen, 2 ACs, twin beds, near-new tilt wheel $1950. Call John at 425-353-4136 BRAND NEW WESTERN BOOTS – size 8.5. or not for teenager project. 253-839-7933 tires, excellent condition. Ready to go. Was New hand-made shirts $3 each size large. Call garaged by previous owner $7500. 360-249- 1991 FORD THUNDERBIRD – V8, new trans- 425-776-7091 LANDSCAPING? Have natural field rocks, 4432 mission, new tires, gray on gray $3500 OBO. river rock types. FREE – you haul. Large Ask for Dave 425-486-1836 WANTED: SLINGERS golf irons or informa- TH downed fir for firewood – over 2 cords $100 1984 COLLINS 5 WHEEL – Excellent con- tion regarding whereabouts. 253-927-3817 you haul. 425-255-1804 dition. Microwave and hitch. 253-848-2775 1992 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN – white, V8 350, C/C, A/C, front and rear air, 3rd seat HANDCRAFTED, HAND-PAINTED LAMP SEEDLESS GRAPE PLANTS, filbert, hazelnut, 1985 ALEGRA MOTORHOME – Class A, $7999. As for Dave 425-486-1836 – key switch operates 3-way lighting. Old. lavender, crocosmia, flame fennel, anise, holly 454 motor, 27’ long. Low mileage $8500. 360- Metal framework has antique brass finish. Each and firs. Free hanging baskets. 425-255-1804 829-5030 ask for Denise. 1993 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL - all globe has floral design. Clear chimney $55. leather interior, hardly broken in, excellent 425-255-7963 SNACK WIZARD VENDING SERVICES- 1994 ELKHORN CAMPER – 11.5’, stove, condition, new air conditioning, all new tires, have various type candy/soda machines avail- fridge, microwave, heater, radio, shower, AC, everything is automatic, 46K miles, green, OLD WOODEN BOXES – from cannery and able for placement in your business. I service electric jacks, side door. Excellent condition. selling for $9K, paid $30K. Drive and see the fruit $2 to $5. Renton 425-255-7963 and fill machines weekly. No cost to you! $9500 firm. 206-242-6796 comfort. 206-772-1752 11’ CAMPER COVER $50. Excellent twin Sheila 253-670-3188 1994 CHEVROLET CAMARO – red with 1994 FORD THUNDERBIRD – runs great, quilts and sham 2 for $50. Hiking boots, STEERING COLUMNS REPAIRED, fix that black interior, V6, 5-speed, C/C, A/C $3500. recently serviced, 4.6 V8 automatic, CD women’s size 8 $10. 253-312-9924 unsafe, loose, tilt or telescopic column today! Ask for Dave 425-486-1836 changer, sunroof, power 8-way both front seats. KENNEDY KIT – some aircraft tools $20. 18’ Columns repaired or modified. Columns and SPORTING GOODS Power steering $4K OBO. Leave message wood extension ladder $15. 40-plus years of parts for sale. 425-228-3326 206-214-5277 Reader’s Digest – best offer. Garden rake $7. RX DRUGS from Canada- 50% less than THULE CARTOP SKI RACK – Guttermount 1998 DODGE – Reg cab V-10 Magnum 4x4. 206-935-6535 U.S. prices! 425-251-8168 base rack w/6 pair carrier $175; KNIGHTFIRE Bought new and babied. Camper and tow free-standing cast iron gas/wood fireplace $200 package with 30K miles. Wired for elect CRAFTSMAN 22” 5.5 HP – power drive (Cost $1600 new). 425-776-6948 th mower $95, handlawn edger $7, steel 2-step PROPERTY brakes, cab over, camper and 5 wheel. If ladder $5, pair alum crutches $8, four 2” swivel ELECTRIC/GAS SCOOTERS – 100-750 you need a towing rig, this is it. Auto trans CEMETERY PLOTS – 4 side-by-side in Green- $21K. 360-249-4432 caster $3, reel-to-reel tape recorder $75. wood in Renton. In Azalea garden. $2K each watts, 24-36 V, 10-17 MPH. Several colors. Magnavox console $20. 206-935-6535 or $7500 for all. 425-255-1184 Folds down. Great for RV, boats, camping. 1998 FORD MUSTANG – V6, 5-speed, A/C, Fun for all ages! 206-542-0104 OMRON – manual inflation blood pressure C/C, black with tan interior, Mach sound sys- CEMETERY PLOTS – Washington Memo- tem, new tires, runs great $8K. Ask for Dave monitor $15. 425-255-9542 rial – 2 spaces $2600 each OBO. 425-644-9936 LARGE MAN’S DIVING SUIT – all accesso- ries, ready-to-go, flashlight weights, spears, 425-486-1836 RENTAL SPACE – available for weddings, CEMETERY PLOT SINGLE PLOT – Wash- etc. Good condition. Wet suit $700 OBO. 360- 1999 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER – SR5, 5-speed, receptions, parties, banquets and meetings. Full ington Memorial – Sundial garden, easy ac- 691-0624 equipped kitchen. 206-878-8916 very clean. AC, sunroof, cloth, 100K hwy cess. Regular price $2700 will sell for $1700. miles. Hunter green $16K. 360-568-5588 253-735-1119 leave message IMPEX COMPETITOR BENCH – Model CB- Laid-off spouse of Union member must sell 556. 2 years old. Like new. $175 OBO. 206- 2000 FORD EXCURSION – red/tan, V10. NORITAKE TEA SET made in Japan. Bam- 2 CEMETERY PLOTS – Washington Memo- 762-0725 boo pattern 5565 WWII era. Excellent condi- All the bells and whistles- new tires, CD 6 rial – Garden of Prayer section. $1500 each. changer, tow package, very nice $22,500. tion – serves 6. $250 for 23 pc. 206-784-0606 206-243-7428 MINI TRAMPOLINE – Body Tech mini exer- cise trampoline. Red/black colored. 38” diam- Ask for Dave 425-486-1836 WANTED: FREE old Enduro motorcycles, VACANT LAND – 12100 Reiner Rd, Sultan eter with 6 leg supports. In new condition $10. mini-bikes or tote goat- running or not. Need 2001 TAHOE LT 4WD – Vortec 5300 V8, 98272 – Nice 5-acre parcel with level building Last ad! 425-432-6134 (10 AM – 8 PM) liftgate, indigo blue metallic. One owner. no title. For teenager project. Will pick up. pad near paved street $70K. (Assess at $95K) 253-839-7933 Under 26K miles. Vehicle price new $39,740. 425-455-2065 VEHICLES Asking $24,950. 360-928-3903 LEG AND ARM EXERCISER - $50. WHIRL- GREAT INVESTMENT! 20 acres of forest! 1966 GT HIPRO MUSTANG – Auto, AC, POOL washer and dryer – new condition $300 Beautiful hilltop view to build on. Springdale, 87K original miles. Factory bench seat. Red, for both. Two matching BAR STOOLS with WA. Just 30 minutes north of Spokane. $35K 2 sets of wheels. Runs great. 509-999-9664 black leather $25 each. 206-772-1752 2003 property taxes $27.18 425-765-2851 or [email protected] THULE CARTOP SKI RACK – Guttermount base rack w/6 pair carrier $175; KNIGHTFIRE 50+ IMPROVED ACRES – 10 miles south of free-standing cast iron gas/wood fireplace $200 Twisp. 35 acre pasture, 40’ 5th-wheel. Several Accepting the Oath of Office (Cost $1600 new). 425-776-6948 RV sites. 40’ cargo container, water, power, septic installed. 360 view. 2 miles from SEWING CABINET – Roberts dual sewing Carlton, WA. $149,995. 360-568-1168 and serger table with powerlift oak finish. Like new – paid $650, asking $300. 509-469-1810 2 SIDE-BY-SIDE LOTS ON HOOD CA- NAL – Lots 9 & 11. Each lot is 50x100. NEW LUMBER – 2x4’s .5” CDX plywood Water and lights are in – boat dock selling sheets, pier blocks $770 value at $575. both for $24K. 206-772-1752 Powersaw $125. Generator 2250W $150. 425- 255-4176 RECREATIONAL AVON OLD COLLECTABLES – some never MEMBERSHIP opened. $2 to $5. 425-255-7963 1 WHITE TIMESHARE week at Stoneridge WHITE VINYL WINDOW – new decorative Resort in Blanchard, ID. Low maintenance grids 24”x24”. Renton $20 425-255-7963 fees. Golf course and close to Mt. Spokane ski area $500. 509-466-4403 or 425-239-7288 CEDAR LUMBER – 2x4x5’ $2; 2x4x4’ $1.50; 2x4x12’ $5; 2x4x6’ $2.50 fir; 2x4x4’ $1; 2x3x8’ $1.50; Pressure treated 2x4x4’ $1.50; 2x4x8’ RECREATIONAL $2.50; 4x4x12’ $5; 4x4x10’ $4; 4x6x8’ $4.50. VEHICLES 253-630-8520 1978 21’ AMERICAN CLIPPER motorhome NEW STROLLER for child never used- $25. – Dodge Chassis, 440, everything in good Hall hanging light $25. New almond-colored condition. 77K miles. Never smoked in- great L to R: Business Rep Ernie McCarthy administers the Oath of Office to gas stove top and matching hood $300 for both. for campers, hunters, skiers. $5K OBO. 206- Local C Officers Greg Campos and Greg Powell. 206-772-1752 824-1798 Page 12 751 AERO MECHANIC August/September 2004

When Curt Konoske found himself This June, his vision became a reality again facing layoff from Boeing after 14 when Curt opened The Smoke House years at the aerospace giant, he decided and More. His store is just four doors it was an opportunity to send his life in a away from the home he grew up in (where new direction. his mother still Today, Curt is lives) and in the the proud owner of exact same lo- The Smoke House cation that and More. His housed a popu- shop specializes in lar meat market custom smoked when Curt was cheeses and meats, a child. including hams, Initially turkeys, ribs, when the build- salmon, pep- First in a series featuring different ing was up for peroni, and businesses owned by laid-off members lease, he began chicken. All the making plans to products are smoked in an electric smoker renovate it and open a meat market of his in the back of his shop, and all sausages own. He planned such extensive remod- and jerkies are homemade, as well. Best eling that the owner decided to sell him of all, the business is in his home town of the building. Since he had never worked Black Diamond, and he doesn’t even in retail, he enlisted the help of Jack have to go through a traffic light to get to Thompson, a local expert who worked at work. the original market 50 years ago and As a lifelong resident of the small created many of the brine recipes Curt Curt Konoske stands proudly beside his display case at The Smoke House town, Curt has deep roots in the commu- offers. Jack not only trained Curt on the and More, which offers custom smoked meats and cheeses including nity. After layoff, he envisioned owning best ways to smoke various items, but homemade jerkies and sausage. a business on main street and becoming helped him select the proper equipment a fixture in his home town. for the shop. seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is working on a smoked potato salad. Yet becoming a His goal is to build his business by get- Curt added, “I’m also working to get a business owner re- ting return customers. His location on liquor license so I can offer wine in quired hard work and main street picnic bas- overcoming ob- next to the kets. I let stacles. Curt origi- world-fa- people pick nally applied for a mous Black the items for small business loan to Diamond the basket so buy the building, only bakery has it fits their to have it denied on brought in tastes and the last day. Rather the local cli- each one is than let that deter him, entele. customized. he sold his rental “Be- Since Black house to finance the cause I Diamond is business. Beyond grew up Visit Curt’s Store in Black Diamond at the gateway buying the building, here and 32721 Railroad Avenue (next to the Black to Mount he also had to pur- have three Diamond Bakery). Summer hours - 9 a.m. to Rainier, chase expensive generations 6 p.m. daily. Phone: 360-886-9293 many people equipment and per- of miners in stop here on form major renova- my family, the way to the tions, since the build- I know the history of Black Diamond mountain and picnic baskets are a natu- ing was previously and have plenty of stories to tell. When ral to take on a hike.” used for dog groom- people come in, I can tell them about He also plans to have a mural painted ing. All lumber on The mining, direct them to the best trails to on the side of the building showing Smoke House and hike, or point them toward a good place trailheads of the Green River from More came from the to fish or camp. These are the personal Knasket Park to Flaming Geyser Park. It cedar he cleared from touches only a lifelong resident can of- will be a focal point for local citizens and Curt Konoske pulls some fresh salmon out of his his property. fer,” Curt stated. tourists passing through. smoker. Today, Curt works He continues to expand his products If you’re in the area, check it out. Outsourcing Trends: The Reel Story

Last year, filmmaker Greg Spotts September 13 at 7 p.m. in Seattle at puzzled over a question – with the U.S. Town Hall Seattle (corner of 8th Avenue economy supposedly on the rebound, and Seneca Street – enter on Seneca why were so many of his friends out of Street). Tickets are $5. Following the work? film there will be a panel discussion with He began researching unemployment local experts. and then the decline in U.S. manufactur- Spotts’ research and travels for the ing jobs – nearly 3 million lost since July film brought him to Seattle where he 2000. The more he dug into the topic, the interviewed tech and aerospace workers, District 751 President Mark Blondin interviews with documentary filmmaker more fascinated he became until he de- as well as Union representatives from Greg Spotts for the upcoming documentary on the loss of American jobs. cided to do a documentary film on the the Machinists, SPEEA and WashTech. topic. IAM District 751 President Mark Blondin offshoring. Factual data is hard to come traditional venues during a nationwide The results of his efforts is a docu- was interviewed, along with 18-year by. Are U.S. job losses the result of speaking tour in September and Octo- mentary – “American Jobs.” The film Machinists member Charles Craft, who foreign competition or labor-saving tech- ber, including stops in the cities and contains 60 personal accounts by U.S. reported the dismantling of his machine nology? towns where the movie was filmed. workers who have been laid-off recently. shop at the Auburn plant. He noted the Spotts noted, “I’ve met some amaz- Spotts is leaving the conclusions to the It takes a serious look at the massive loss machines and work are being sent to ing people in my travels, people who viewers. “I’m hoping to promote some of American jobs. This unique film on other countries share their personal stories and their possibilities for change, but my function as the outsourcing of American jobs will be Throughout his research and travels, views about where we are headed as a a documentarian is to serve as a conduit released on Labor Day 2004. Spotts hit the same obstacles as others nation.” rather than a political thinker.” The west coast premiere is set for who have tried to measure the effects of Spotts will show the movie in non-