to take industrial action re the claim for increased annual leave.
THIS protest stoppage was decided following a report from the men's representative that the company would only
grant extra leave, when and if the Arbitration Court put it into the award. The men carried the following resolution
"That the day shift cease work immediately from 12 midday, the afternoon shift to cease work at 8 p.m., a complete
overtime ban to remain in force during the weekend and a 24 hour stoppage to commence Sunday at 12 midnight.
This was carried unanimously except for one dissident. The boilennakers at Stewart and Lloyd's until this action was
taken had not taken part in the industrial struggle of the unions for many years. In fairness it must be pointed out
that they have always been generous and reliable in their financial support and given to strikers supporting union
claims and principles. This time they could see that it was necessary to take an active part themselves. The boilershop's
"poet laureate" who likes to comment in verse on work shop happening was inspired to write "A Call to Arms", the last
two verses of which follow. Do not weaken in this struggle or you'll find that all is lost,
For a force that's divided is ideal for the boss.
If a direct course is mooted, let us see the issue through.
For you'll find that indecision suits the flaming bosses too ! Any line of direct action seldom suits the working man,
But to even gain a little, he must fight with all he can.
To them you're just a means of profit, just another tool to use,
And to think that you're important only makes them feel amused ! So be united in this battle, stick it out through thick and thin.
Fight with grim determination, and I'm sure that we will win.
Notes From the NSW Newspaper The Tribune 5 Sep 1962 p. 9.