January 10, 1930, meeting was held jointly with Lodge 234 for the purpose of joint installation of officers. Officers were installed by Grand Lodge Representative Wm Schoenberg. 

January 24, 1930, motion was made and carried that those members, who refuse to pay for paper, “Labor”, will automatically lose their membership. 

Brother Nickerson spoke on the referendum on paper “Labor”. He also addressed the new members, inspiring them with the necessity of organized labor and good features of our organization. 

Brother Pikberg was the name drawn for the $8.00 prize, but being absent, lost it. 

February 14, 1930, Brothers Friedrick and Eick reported on the meeting of Publishers Incorporated union meeting. Some 50 unions were represented and the spirit shown at this meeting was significant of the fact that a labor paper was essential.  

Brothers Friedrick, Theissen, Eick and Heidtke were appointed to act on the committee of Veteran Badges. This meeting will be held the 14th of March. The wives and children of the members are invited, to attend, and participate in light refreshments. 

Brother Friedrick spoke on the working of the Metal Trades Organizing Committee. Stressing the necessity of members to get behind and push the sale of tickets for the Theater Party February 24 – 28. This committee is doing everything possible to make it a success. Its purpose is to organize metal workers who are not organized. 

Brother John Kachel won the attendance prize of $10.00 

February 28, 1930, a motion was made and carried that this Lodge go on record against any form of day light saving plan. 

Brother Friedrick reported on the Entertainment Committee. The presentation of Veteran Badges, with refreshments and a dance is to be held in Jefferson Hall, March 14. Members are urged to bring their wives and friends. 

Read communications from Secretary A. A. Arnauld of District 10 calling for nomination for Business Agent because of Brother Friedrick resigning effective April 1, 1930. Brothers Jirikowic, Volk, and Plumb were nominated. Brothers Mixner, Friedrick and Eick were appointed to act as tellers. A motion was made and carried that we vote for two nominees. This was amended to for one candidate and the two highest would be the nominees from Lodge 66. The ballots totaled were: Brother Jirikovic received 39, Brother Volk received 16, and Brother Plumb received 10, with one blank. 

Brother Wm Schoenberg, Grand Lodge Organizer, gave an interesting address to the Lodge assembled, and praised Brother Friedrick as a good team mate and worker for the cause of all labor in general, which was with the approval of the Lodge. 

The Charter was ordered to be draped for the departure from this world for Brothers. 

Brother Alfred Warzorski was the name drawn for attendance prize but was absent. 

March 14, 1930, Brother Schoenberg gave a wonderful address to the members, their wives and friends on the unfairness of employers not hiring them over 45 years of age. He also talked on other points of interest to organize labor. Sister Maud McCreery gave an illuminating speech on the relationship of the wife, mother, and sister to the organized worker. How they can help one another in their struggle for a livelihood. 

Brothers Friedrick and Schoenberg presented the Veterans Badges to many of our members, whose continuous membership deserved such appreciation. 
 

The following bills were allowed: Friedrick entertainment of March 14, 1930, $26.67; Friedrick organizing postage, $15.00; Friedrick floral piece for August Weber, $5.00; Sick Fund per capita tax, $74.20; Jefferson Hall rental, $25.00. 

March 28, 1930, read communication from the Wisconsin State Federation of Labor recommending a flat rate of $5.00 is made for initiation and reinstatement for a period of 90 days. Motion was made to concur in their recommendation which was amended to include the union paper “Labor” and Insurance. 

The tellers of Lodge 66 reported on the Business Agent vote results of, Jirikovic, 84 votes, Volk 9 votes and Plumb 31 votes. 

Motion carried that the Lodge dispense with the paying $1.00 bonus for each new member. 

Brother Meyer, card 402813 was the name drawn for attendance prize but was absent. Therefore the next prize will be $6.00. 

April 11, 1930, read communication from Lodge 282 calling for endorsement of their proposition to refer to the membership an appeal from the decision of the Executive Council refusing to further issue unemployment stamps to retired members as provided in Art XII, Sec. 2, Lines 8 – 12, page 34. Lodge voted to endorse. 

Read communications from Lodge 174, Washington, DC, calling for endorsement of two propositions submitted by them. One was for dealing with Exempt Cards and one for restoring the Retirement Card privilege. Both propositions carried by a vote of this Lodge. 

Motion carried that this Lodge telegraph a banquet of red carnations to Mother Jones on her 100th Birthday. 

The Law Committee was instructed send circulars to the Lodges of the International Association of Machinists informing them of the proposed amendment to the Constitution of collecting an additional $.05 per capita to pay for union paper 'Labor'. It is the contention of this Lodge that it should be paid out of the present per capita tax. 

Brother Michalske card 949004 was the name drawn for attendance prize but being absent forfeited same. The next prize will be $8.00. 

April 25, 1930, Brother Handley spoke of the activities of the Metal Trades  Organizing Committee, their hopes and aspirations and urged the members to be sure and attend the meeting of April 30, at the Eagles club. At this meeting John Fitzpatrick of the Chicago Federation of Labor will speak. Brother Handley said if this meeting is successful, it would be followed by sectional meetings on the North and South sides. A motion was made that the Business Agent be authorize to hire unemployed members to distribute flyers at the factory gates on the 28  through 30 of April for the mass meeting, same to be paid for by the Local at $1.00 per morning per member.  

The name of Brother Ed Beskow card #949205 was drawn. As he was absent, the amount for the next meeting will be $10.00, May 9, 1930. Motion carried that Lodge 66 loan District 10 a sum of money determined by the trustees to be used to buy a second hand car. 

Brother Julius Rosenstengil was drawn but he being absent the prize for the next meeting will be $12.00. 

May 23, 1930, the request of the Industrial Commission for information as to wages and hours of our closed shops was granted. 

Brother Harley Nickerson spoke on the increased wage rate for erection work and the trend of the times in the labor movement. Motion was made and carried that the reinstatement fee for outside erection be $25.00 and three months dues as recommended by District 10. Motion carried that the outside erectors be paid $1.125 per hour effective June 1.  

Motion carried that Brother Jirikowic be elected delegate to the Wisconsin State Federation of Labor Convention and Brother Friedrick be given a credential as a delegate. Motion carried that delegates be reimbursed for hotel and travel expenses and time lost. 

Brother Wm Bondism was drawn for the attendance prize; he being absent, the prize for next meeting will be $14.00. 

August 8, 1930, read letter from Frank Metcalfe, candidate for Governor on the Socialist Party ticket. Motion carried that we donate $10.00 to the Socialist Party at this time for their campaign. 

Brother Eick spoke of his candidacy for the assembly in the 10th District and asked for support. 

September 12, 1930, received communications from Brother A. O. Wharton, International President, answering our letter about the matter of sick members being entitled to unemployment stamps was read. Several members express their opinion that the letter evaded the question asked by the Lodge. 

Read communications from the Co-Operative Printing telling of 75 labor unions which own stock in the Milwaukee Leader, which owns this printing and asking for printing business. 

The third and final reading of the amendment to By-Laws was read and passed without opposition. The new By-Law sets the initiation fee for Journeymen and Specialists at $7.50, for Helpers at $6.00, for women and Apprentices at $5.00. The reinstatement fee for dropped members shall be for Journeymen and Specialists at $10.00, for Helpers at $7.50, and for women and Apprentices at $6.00. The reinstatement fee for members working in shops where our organization has an agreement, or jobs controlled by our organization, shall be for Journeymen and Specialists at $25.00 and for Helpers at $15.00. 

Brother Fred Bohlmann card #41899 lost $6.00 by not being present when his name was drawn for the attendance prize. 

September 26, 1930, motion carried that United Lodge 66 endorse the Socialist Candidates for County, State and Congressional seats in the coming fall election and notify our official paper, 'Labor', or our action. 

October 10, 1930, the meeting started as an open meeting so Brother Chas Thurber, President of the Building Trades Council gave a talk on organizing and organized labor. He also spoke on the political situation as it effects the labor union man and urged those present to vote for and elect men who have by their past record been on the side of labor. Brother Thurber’s remarks were well received as shown by the applause given him at the close of his speech. 

Brother Friedrick also addressed the attainments of labor in the state legislature and its usefulness to the laboring man or woman, in a practical way, namely Workmen's Compensation Act and its amendments. He also spoke about the benefits the unorganized receives without bearing the brunt of the struggle and urged those present who were not members to come along and join with us in the struggle for a better system of living, under a system where labor will by its numbers be able to say how and when it shall work and how much it shall receive for its services. 

The meeting was then closed and the regular meeting of United Lodge 66 took place. 

Read communications from the Milwaukee County Central Committee Socialist Party, asking for donations and help in soliciting for their campaign. Motion carried to donate $25.00. 

Milwaukee Workers College asking for help and explained their classes, upon which motion carried to donate $10.00 to their cause. 

Motion carried that a special committee be appointed to work out a special relief plan for the coming winter. 

October 24, 1930, communications from the Labor explaining why they could not publish the endorsements of our candidates was read. 

Brother Harley Nickerson was called and spoke on the unemployment situation and new trends of times in the trade union movement. 

The Business Agent reported for the Special Relief Committee and read a letter which shall be sent out to the those members asking for special aid at Christmas time, for our unemployed members. 

November 14, 1930, read appeal from the Federated Trades Council for aid to the Danville, Virginia strikers and motion carried to donate $10.00. Also read general circular from the Federated Trades Council on the subject of unemployment and the in-action of the governmental officials to act in the proper manner. 

Brother Hamilton offered $2.50 for the Danville strikers. 

Brother Friedrick spoke on the unemployment situation and the hasty relief plans sponsored by the utilities and industries, and the possible back fire to the employee who is now employed part time. 

Nominations for Business Agent were opened and Brother Plumb and Brother Jirikowic were nominated. There being no further nominations, they were declared the nominees of this Lodge. 

November 28, 1930, Brother Poincika of the Barbers Union spoke upon the barbers need for support from the union men and also spoke for more patronage of the union label and shop cards of all trades. He then handed out calendars advertising the Barbers Union. 

December 12, 1930, the Special Relief Committee recommended that the surface gage of Brother Schwartz be raffled off and he is to receive $5.00 of the amount collected, the remaining sum to go to the Special Relief Fund. The committee further recommends that this Lodge shall discourage any further raffles. Motion carried that we concur in the recommendation of the committee. The raffle netted $11.55. The gage was won by Otto Weiss. 

Brother Wm Schoenberg spoke on the conditions of labor as he has seen traveling about the country in the interest of our association. In closing he recommended that United Lodge 66 try no further experiments and to elect Brother Jirikovic as Business Agent, as he has proven a very proficient man in that capacity. 

Brothers Friedrick, Sovic, and Kurth were appointed tellers in the Business Agent election. After some discussion as to when and how the night men were to be allowed to vote, it was decided that the night men would not vote in this election because the Lodge had not taken the steps before hand so they could of voted by mail. President Volk declared the ballot closed. The results were Jirikovic, 100 and Plumb, 15. 

Nominations and voted for the officers of Lodge 66 followed. The results for 1931 were: 
• President, Neumann 
• Vice President, Eick 
• Recording Secretary, Plumb 
• Financial Secretary, Tucker 
• Treasurer, Arnauld 
• Conductor, Connell 
• Sentinel, Thessin 

December 26, 1930, motion carried that we acknowledge the letter of Lodge 68 and let them know we approve of their stand for raising the International Presidents salary. 

Motion carried that we have a joint installation of officers with Lodge 510. Brothers Friedrick, Heidtke, and Jirikowic were appointed to prepare refreshments for the joint January 9 meeting. 

January 9, 1931, under the heading of “good of the order”, there were many calls upon the “old timers” to say a few words; among those who responded were Brothers Brodde, Leach, Manz, Jos Reynolds, Lee, and Hunting. Brother Manz mentioned in passing that it was 30 years ago tonight that he was initiated and the Financial Secretary at that time was Davidson of the Harley Davidson Company of today. 

Brother Jac Friedrick was appointed to present the badges to the veteran members and gave out 15 and 25 year pins. He gave a talk about what the “old timers” have done for the organization and what we owe them for their part in the advancement of our cause. He also spoke upon the achievements that organized labor has accomplished and what the movement is trying to do. 

The newly elected officers of United Lodge 66 and Auto Mechanics Local 510 were called by the chair and were duly installed by Brother Friedrick a past President of Lodge 66.  

January 23, 1931, motion carried that we pay for the paper, Labor, for our sick or disabled members to the amount of $11.40. 

Read communications from the Wisconsin Federation of Labor announcing the Legislative Conference beginning February 13. Motion carried to send our Business Agent as our paid delegate and give Brother Friedrick a credential at his own expense. 

February 13, 1931, Brother Handley spoke on the legislative program of the Wisconsin State Federation of Labor. He explained at some length the unemployment insurance bill, the $.04 gas tax, the eight hour bill, the utilities bill, and the state fund for compensation bill. 

Brother Pree made a motion that we draw up a resolution and send it to the Senators and Assemblymen explaining our stand on the Public Utilities Bills and to vote in favor of these bills. 

A motion carried that the Secretary obtain a list of names of our employed members from the Business Agent so that a letter will be sent to them asking them to contribute to an unemployment relief fund for our unemployed members. Then motion carried that the special relief committee of three be appointed to administer the unemployment fund. The President appointed Brothers Friedrick, Volk, and Jirikovic. 

February 27, 1931, read communications from District 10 who requested that Lodge 66 open their first meeting of each month for non-members, motion carried to support. 

Brother Friedrick made motion and carried that after the attendance prize fund shall reach $20.00, it shall be raffled off to a member in attendance. 

March 16, 1931, a letter was read from Brother Klopper, who owes this Lodge money. A motion was made that we grant him 60 days to make some payment on the note. An amendment was made and carried that the Financial Secretary instruct the Grand Lodge that after this member has been paying regular dues for three months in succession, we shall expect him to be notified to pay on his indebtedness to this Lodge. 

March 27, 1931, a motion was made and carried that the special relief committee report the names of all members who have contributed to said fund at next meeting. 

The following bills were allowed: Grand Lodge per capita tax, $258.50; District 10 per capita tax, $95.10; Sick Fund per capita tax, $90.65. 

May 8, 1931, read communications from the American Federation of Labor requesting data as to the unemployment situation was referred to the Business Agent. 

The resignation of Brother Plumb as Recording Secretary was accepted. A motion to hold an election of a Recording Secretary for unexpired term was carried. Brother Volk being the only nominee was declared elected. 

May 22, 1931, the following amendment was read. Change Article 9, Section I, to read as follows: beginning April 1, 1931, the sum of $.30 from each monthly due paid shall be set aside in a Special Fund. The fund shall etc., etc., was submitted by the Auditing Committee and endorsed by 10 members. This amendment shall be read at three successive meetings and acted upon at the third meeting. 

Brother Jirikovic reported the signing up of two new garages, that of Newman and Dicks Garages. He also spoke of the strike of cigar makers at the shops of H. Buetch & Roxola Company. He also reported on the Special Relief Committee and to which $311.00 has so far been paid. 

June 12, 1931, before the regular order of business, the floor was given to a delegate of the Cigar Makers Union, who spoke in behalf of the striking cigar makers. The floor was also granted to Brother Donovan a member of this association, who spoke in behalf of the Columbia Conserve Company, whose policy in the matter of factory management and ownership merits every trades unionist's patronage of its products. A number of questions were asked, relating to his subject. 

Communications and tickets from the Socialist Party were read and a motion carried to purchase the tickets. 

June 26, 1931, Brother Friedrick spoke on the action at the Wisconsin Legislature regarding the minimum wage law in erection work at the Sewerage Plant. 

A motion to elect one delegate to be sent to the Wisconsin State Federation of Labor Convention was carried. Brother Jirikovic being the only nominee was declared elected. 

The third and final reading of the proposed change in the By-Laws took place. The vote resulted in the unanimous adoption of the change.   

The following bills were allowed: District 10 per capita tax, $72.50; Grand Lodge per capita tax, $195.60; sick fund per capita tax, $57.60. 

July 10, 1931, received communications from H. Tucker requesting the appointment of a committee to overcome an error in the audit was referred to the auditing committee. 
  
A motion carried to raffle the tools of Brother Kaerveit, the total sale of tickets was $36.50. 

July 24, 1931, read communication from the Metal Trades Council of Chicago, dealing with the dispute of the Metal Trades Organization and the Grigsby-Burrow Company, and requesting our co-operation in making public the unfair attitude of this company.  

Received communications from the Milwaukee Leader soliciting advertisement in the Labor Day Edition was read and motion carried for Lodge 66 to purchase a $10.00 ad. 

August 14, 1931, read communications from the Labor Day Committee urging all members to attend the annual Labor Day Picnic and requesting volunteers in the dispensing of ice cream and candies. 

Read communications from the local committee of the Labor Liberty League whose purpose is the modification of the Volstead Act, requesting subscription at $1.00 each to their cause. Motion carried that the Business Agent procures 50 subscriptions. 

(Editor’s note: the Volstead Act of 1920 ‘. . . prohibits the sale and manufacture of intoxicating liquors until the conclusion of the present war and thereafter until the termination of demobilization, the date of which shall be determined and proclaimed by the President of the United States . . ‘)     

August 28, 1931, read and filed the appeal from the Money Molder's Defense Committee. 

Read communications from the Harey Simon clothing Company stressing the need in the purchase of union made clothing and offering a plan whereby this local would receive $2.00 for its unemployment fund. 

The committee to investigate the application of C. E. Klein reported their finding. They recommended that the membership be denied and the money refunded. The Lodge approved the committee's recommendation. 

September 11, 1931, an announcement and tickets from the Socialist Party for the annual Winter Show was read and motion carried to purchase the tickets. 

The auditing committee was ordered to bring in a recommendation in the bookkeeping of this Lodge and other matters of finance to the benefit of this Lodge. 

Brother Friedrick stressed the importance of financial aid to striking cap makers and a motion carried to donate $10.00 to their cause. 

October 9, 1931, motion carried that the Socialist Winter Show Tickets purchased by the Lodge be given to the unemployed and the stubs be filled in with the Lodge's name and in the event that should any prize be won, they revert back to the Special Relief Committee treasury. 

October 23, 1931, read communications from the Women's Auxiliary of the International Association of Machinists urging all wives and relatives of our members in joining the auxiliary. 

Read and filed was communications from the Federated Trades Council urging our stand in opposition to any Sales Tax Plan of government to wipe out a deficit. 

An announcement with 10 membership certificates from the Milwaukee Workers College was received. It was urged by some members that more interest be taken in this college. Motion carried for the Lodge to purchase the ten certificates. 

A discussion arose, as to the proposed plan of some of the aldermen of the City Council, to tax the city employees, 1% of their monthly pay for a fund to carry on work of the city for the aid of the unemployed. This plan was severely attacked. A motion that the President appoints a committee of three members to write a resolution opposing this plan and that the resolution be sent to the common council was made. An amendment to the motion striking out ‘Common Council’ and inserting ‘Federated Trades Council’ was carried. 

Brother Friedrick spoke on the proposed wage and hourly basis for the employees of the Sewerage Commission. His plan is to cut the daily hours from 8 ½ to 8 hours, and the weekly hours from 48 to 40 hours, with an increase for machinists and helpers of $.05 per hour. There was no vote taken but it was evident his plan will meet with favor with our membership employed at the Sewerage Plant. 

November 13, 1931, read were communications from the District calling for nominations for the office of Business Agent. Motion carried that a call letter be sent regarding the nominations for Business Agent for the next meeting. 

Lodge 66 delegates to the District Board recommended that a voluntary suspension of attendance fees to delegates and committeeman be made and that the Lodge per capita tax to the District Board be increased from $.40 to $.45. The recommendation was concurred. 

November 27, 1931, Brother Pree brought up the matter of other than machinists doing machinist work at the Jones Island Disposal Plant. A motion that the Business Agent informs the foreman of our disapproval of other than machinist doing machinist work was voted down. A motion that the Business Agent investigate and try to bring to a satisfactory settlement of this problem, carried. 

December 11, 1931, read announcement with tickets for a New Years Masquerade Ball conducted by the Milwaukee Flat Janitors Union and motion carried to purchase the tickets. 

Received and read communications from the Wisconsin State Federation of Labor dealing with the Interim Report to the Special Session of the Legislature for relief measures. Brother Handley spoke at length on this report. He stressed the need of votes in urging their representatives for favorable action. 

The Auditing Committee reported on their recommendations for a revision of finances of this Lodge. Their recommendation was the transfer of all loans to the Relief Fund and the placing of all moneys of funds in excess of $2,000 into the General Savings Account. The recommendation was concurred. 

Brother Jirikowic reported on the case of Brother Schmidler. Brother Schmidler requested a retirement card due to inability to pay dues. He was informed of the way the members can still retain their membership by requesting out of work stamps. 

Brother Friedrick requested that this Lodge grant him the privilege of representation at the Legislative Committee hearings for this Lodge, and the request was granted. 

A motion that do to the fourth Friday falling on Christmas Day that December 11th be the last meeting of this Lodge for the year 1931, and that a special meeting of the officers be held to finish all pending business was carried. 

A motion that this Lodge join Lodge 510 in a Joint Installation was carried. A committee of Brothers Heidtke, Jirikovic, and Volk was appointed to arrange the Joint Installation. 

Brother Friedrick spoke for the Special Relief Committee. He stressed the need of help from the members working and  took to task those who have worked steady and not contributed anything especially some of the members working at the Sewerage Disposal Plant. 

The regular annual election of officers was in order. A motion carried that the candidate receiving the highest number of votes be declared elected. The officers for 1932: 
• President, Pree 
• Vice President, Heidtke 
• Recording Secretary, Volk 
• Financial Secretary, Tucker 
• Treasurer, Arnauld 
• Conductor, Klein 
• Sentinel, Thessin 

January 8, 1932, read communications from the Tobacco Workers International Union asking that all refrain from purchasing non-union Camel Cigarettes. 

Read communications from the Federated Trades Council dealing with the Fireman's Union Relief organization asking for donations of food, clothing and money. Brother Friedrick urged all in need to seek relief from that organization. He further stated that it was the Fireman's Union intent to aid all union members. 

An explanation and talk sheet for the proposed vote on the postponement of the 1932 convention was read. Brothers Stewart, Piesson, and Jirikovic were appointed tellers. The results of the vote was: 77 against postponement, 25 for postponement. 

Brother Friedrick presented the Veterans Badges to all those hold continuous membership for periods of 15, 20, and 25 years. Brother Friedrick also installed the Officers of Lodge 66 and Auto Mechanics Lodge 510.  

Brother Handley spoke on the loyalty of many of the members of Lodge 66 in their continuous good standing in the organization and never having enjoyed the fruits of their work. He especially lauded such members who have entered into other fields of endeavor, such as Brothers Knappe and Alldridge. Brothers Knappe and Alldridge spoke briefly and reaffirmed their belief in organized labor. 

January 22, 1932, read communications from Columbia Lodge 174 asking support in opposing wage reductions for Federal employees and motion carried that request to write to our Congressman on the matter is complied with by the Secretary. 

Read communications from ‘Labor’ explaining a proposition by which unemployed members could make money by soliciting for the ‘Labor’. 

Read communications from Labor's National Committee for modification of the Volstead Act and asking for the sending of delegates to a national conference. Motion carried that we acknowledge and express regrets at our inability to comply with request. 

Brother Harley Nickerson, International Vice President, addressed the meeting and told of the wage negotiations between the railroads and railroad workers. 

February 12, 1932, read communications from General Secretary Treasurer E. C. Davison, enclosing bill for $77.40 for 129 Labor subscriptions of members who had not paid for their subscriptions for 1931. In connection with this matter the Trustees recommended that the Lodge pay the subscription for those members who have been out of work for six or more months during the past year. Motion carried that recommendation of Trustees be concurred. 

Communications was read from the Joint Committee on Unemployment of New York city relative to the legislation, La Follette Bill, to appropriate $375,000,000 by the Federal Government for unemployment relief. The communications urged that we request our Congressmen to support this measure. Motion carried that the Secretary complies with the request. 

February 26, 1932, read Grand Lodge Official Circular 288 relative to the anti injunction legislation and motion carried that the Secretary write to our Senators and Congressmen. 

Brother Jirikovic reported that District Lodge 10 will hold a smoker, April 1st, and he urged members to sell tickets for this affair. Brother Kugler stated that money for tickets for past Smokers is still outstanding and he urged members owing for tickets to settle for them as soon as possible. 

March 11, 1932, Brother Jirikovic discussed matters pertaining to reductions in the wage rates in some of the Breweries and also matters in connection with the city minimum wage ordinances. 

Brother Pree called attention to the Primary Election on March 15 and urged all members to vote and support the working class candidates. 

March 25, 1932, read communications from the American Federation of Labor relative to proposals for wage reductions for Federal Employees and asking that we protest to our Congressmen and Senators against such proposals, motion carried to write such a letter. 

Brother Knappe addressed the Lodge on the economic conditions confronting the workers today and urged continued fight for better conditions. He stated that he is making a request for an honorary withdrawal card due to the fact that since he has been a practicing attorney for a number of years he did not feel that he should be active in the Local's affairs. He assured the Lodge of his continued interest and assistance wherever he can give it. 

Brothers Kugler, Alldridge, Handley, Friedrick, and others told of the past activities of Brother Knappe, which have greatly benefited our organization and all the organized labor movement and expressed their regret at Brother Knappe’s withdrawal. Motion carried that request of Brother Knappe for a withdrawal card be granted. 

The following bills were allowed: Grand Lodge per capita tax, $167.70; District 10 per capita tax, $67.05; sick fund per capita tax, $48.90. 
 
April 8, 1932, a letter of resignation from Brother Tucker was read. Many brothers lauded Brother Tucker for his honest and efficient work as Financial Secretary. A motion that the resignation be accepted and that a call letter is sent to the membership for the election of a Financial Secretary. 

April 22, 1932, a communication from the Milwaukee Leader announcing the advertising of Blatz Brewery Malt syrup was read. 

A communications for the Socialist Party on the proposed May Day Parade and Celebration and urging our co-operation towards its success was read. A motion that we co-operate and that our banner be displayed in the parade, carried. 

The newsletter from Vice President Harley Nickerson dealing with the depressing condition of the industry was read. 

Brothers Mutler, Alldridge, and Lockwood were nominated for the office of Financial Secretary to serve the unexpired term of Brother Tucker, who resigned. The result of the balloting was: Mutler, 26; Alldridge, 28; Lockwood, 7; and 3 blank. There being no majority for either candidate, a motion was made that the one receiving the lowest number of vote be eliminated. The motion carried. The result of the second ballot was: Mutler, 29; Alldridge, 35; Lockwood, 1; and one blank. Brother Alldridge having received the majority was declared elected. 

The following bills were allowed: District 10 per capita tax, $73.10; Grand Lodge per capita tax, $178.95; Sick Fund per capita tax, $51.30; State Federation of Labor per capita tax, $20.09; and Trades Council per capita tax, $25.05. 

May 13, 1932, read communications from the Glove Workers Union urging patronizing of union made gloves. Notice from the Grand Lodge that the convention has been postponed was read. 

An appeal with tickets from Lodge 48 was read and motion carried to return the tickets and letter dos to the lack of the printer's label. 

Read communications from the Joint Committee on Unemployment urging that we communicate with our representatives in Congress urging there efforts for relief was read and motion carried that we concur with request. 

The matter of the proposed reduction in hours of City Employees was discussed. Brother Friedrick, who is a member of the advisory committee on such matter, said that every effort would be made in the proper disposition of that matter. 

May 27, 1932, a letter of thanks for our participation in the May Day Parade and Celebration from the Socialist Party was read. 

The minutes of the District Board were read. A request of the District Board that the meeting of June 10th be a called meeting and that the membership of Lodge 510 be invited for the purpose of discussing the proposed six hour day in municipal employment. 

June 10, 1932, replies from Senators Blaine and La Follette and Congressman Schaffer and Stafford to our request for favorable action on any proposed measures for relief were read.  

Brother Jirikovic was elected as delegate to the Wisconsin State Federation of Labor convention. Motion carried to advance him $30.00 for expenses to the convention. 

Brother Friedrick spoke on the proposed 6 hour day for city employees. He emphasized the necessity for this proposal to offset the wage reduction demand. A lengthy discussion occurred, pro and con. A motion that we concur in the resolution embodying that proposal, carried. 

A motion carried that we oppose the lowering of water rates. It was brought out that the city would lose revenue which would not benefit to any great extent the user. 

June 24, 1932, read communications from the Sewerage Employees Union asking for a delegate to a Federated Conference Board. A motion that this Lodge comply with the request with the understanding that in no way shall the findings of this Board be made binding. 

July 8, 1932, read communications from the Glen Falls Trades and Labor Assembly dealing with the unfair attitude of the Union Bag and Paper Company towards their employees. 

Brothers Nickerson and Tucker spoke on the perplexing state of affairs. Brother Nickerson intimated that should no government aid be given it may lead to drastic action. Brother Tucker stressed the need of labor using its economic and political strength. 

July 22, 1932, read communications from the Milwaukee Leader and J. F. Friedrick, the Labor Editor, soliciting advertising space in the Labor Day edition and motion carried that the Lodge purchase a $15.00 ad. 

August 12, 1932, a request from District 10 that Lodge 66 pay for the parts in the reconditioning of the District car was concurred. 

An announcement from the Federated Trades Council for the annual Labor Day Celebration at Washington Park was read. They requested that members volunteer their services and the following members volunteered: Arnauld, Jirikovic, Eick, Heidtke, Klein, Lockwood and Specht. 

August 26, 1932, read communications from the Grand Lodge outlining their economic program which would make an annual savings of approximately $125,000. Also read that a referendum ballot would be sent on the proposed raise in premium rate of all insured members. 

September 23, 1932, read communications from the Socialist Party of America urging our support of their candidates. 

October 14, 1932, read communications with endorsement blank for a referendum on revision of expense allowance to officers of the Grand Lodge. The Constitution and By-Law Committee reported favorably on this proposal. A motion carried for Lodge 66 to endorse this proposition. 

A proposal from the District Board to lower the Business Agent salary from $200 to $175 resulted in a vote to 51 for and 19 against.  

October 28, 1932, read communications from the Typographic Union concerning the lock out of their members by the Polish Daily, and urging our boycott of same. 

Newsletter from Vice President Harley Nickerson was read pertaining to the wide difference between wages and need of the unemployed. 

Motion carried for Lodge to purchase ten certificates of enrollments from the Workers College. 

Read communications from the District Board that nominations for Business Agent will be held during November. 

Tickets for the Socialists Night Show were received and motion carried that the Lodge purchase the tickets and that same be given to the unemployed members. 

Brother Friedrick spoke on the proposed Charter Amendment which would set the city budget for the next three years. He stressed the need of all to vote against it. 

November 11, 1932, complying with the District By-Laws, nominations for the office of Business Agent were received, resulting in the nomination of Brother O. A. Jirikovic. 

December 9, 1932, a request of the Grand Lodge for a special occasion is made for the presentation of Veteran Badges was concurred in and Brothers Friedrick, Handley, and Tucker were appointed as the Arrangements Committee. 

The annual election of officers for 1933 took place and: 
• President, John Sovic 
• Vice President, H. Specht 
• Recording Secretary, A. Volk 
• Financial Secretary, Wm. Alldridge 
• Treasurer, A. A. Arnauld 
• Sentinel, Wm. Reynolds 
• Conductor, Emmons 

December 23, 1932, Brother Handley spoke on the recent recommendation of a group of engineers as to the possible solution of the economic and social problems. He stresses the need of our members in studying this solution. It was brought out that it is Socialism under a new name. 

The following bills were allowed: Grand Lodge per capita tax, $170.35; District 10 per capita tax, $60.60; Sick Fund per capita tax, $48.00. 

January 13, 1933, a motion carried that a committee of three be appointed to confer with the Central Board of City Employees as to affiliation. 

The following amendment to the By-Laws was submitted; with the purpose in view of increasing attendance at meetings, thereby stimulating more interest in the work of the Lodge. ‘That the sum of $2.00 be appropriated from the treasurer at each regular meeting, to be awarded as a prize to the member present whose name is drawn. A card with each members name thereon, other than salaried officers which a name shall be drawn. The president of the Lodge at the close of the meeting shall draw a name. If the member is present whose name is drawn, he shall receive the award. If the member is not present, then the same process shall be repeated at the next meeting adding an additional $2.00 at each meeting or meetings until some member who is present and whose name is drawn shall receive the award. Provided however that when the sum of $10.00 has accumulated then in place of only one drawing at the meeting the process of drawing shall continue until some one present whose name is draw shall receive the accumulated award.’ A motion carried that the amendment be adopted. 

Brother Pree then turned the chair over to Brother Handley who installed the officers of Lodge 66 and 510 and also presented the Veteran Badges. 

January 27, 1933, a motion carried that a resolution be drafted and sent to the Common Council and the Mayor expressing our stand on the case of the mounted police. 

Brother Schoenberg spoke on the conditions in general and the organizing activity amongst the men engaged in aircraft. 

March 10, 1933, received two leaflets from the Federated Trades Council. They dealt with the present situation of misery and want midst plenty. It was contrasted with the plight of earlier civilizations; bring out the inequities of individualism and the masses: the workers and the owning classes. 

Read communications from the Socialist Party urging our support in the May Day Celebration and the appointing of a committee to work out details. 

March 24, 1933, read communications from the Wisconsin State Federation of Labor on pursuing legislation for a six hour day and five day week. Brother Handley addressed the Lodge on this issue. Motion carried that we endorse this six hour day and the Secretary send letters to this effect to members of the legislature from Milwaukee County. 

Brother Handley also spoke on legislation to clear up compensation claims in cases of silicosis and motion carried that the Lodge invite Dr. Dollert to address us on this matter. 

April 14, 1933, read communications from the Grand Lodge President relative to jurisdictional disputes with the millwrights. 

April 28, 1933, two representatives of Tom Mooney Molders Defense Committee presented credentials from this committee and requested the right to address the meeting. Motion carried that since they have no credentials from the Federated Trades Council and since this committee is not connected with the regular trade movement, the request is denied. 

(editor’s notes: Tom Mooney was called a labor agitator who was convicted of participating in the bombing in 1916 at the San Francisco Preparedness Day parade. Ten bystanders were killed and forty wounded. He was sentenced to be executed but a Mediation Commission set up by President Wilson could not find a clear evidence of his guilt and his sentence was changed to life in prison. By 1939 the evidence of perjury against him was so strong that Governor Culbert Olson gave him a pardon. This was a period in our history where courts were controlled by corporations and it was not a matter of rule of law.) 

Brother William Alldridge spoke on the sudden death of Brother Otto Eick and eulogized Brother Eick for his great services to the Machinists Union and the Labor Movement in general. 

Read communications from the State Teachers College enclosing pamphlet on speakers and subjects they are prepared to offer.  

The Constitution and By-Law Committee submitted amendments to section 5 of Article 2 of Lodge By-Laws for increased initiation and reinstatement fees suggested by the District Board. They were not recommending these amendments for adoption. The amendment was signed by a sufficient number of members present to formalize the action. 

Brother Jirikovic was unanimously elected as delegate to the Continental Congress of Workers and Farmers to be held in Washington, DC, May 6 and 7. 

The following bills were allowed: Grand Lodge per capita tax, $227.60; District 10 per capita tax, $90.25; Wisconsin State Federation of Labor per capita tax, $17.76; Federated Trades Council per capita tax, $22.20. 

May 12, 1933, the special committee to investigate Otto Hahn and Carl Loos, applicants for reinstatement appointed at the last meeting reported and recommended that these applicants be reinstated but that they are notified that they will not be allowed to take any job in a brewery or other closed shop until they have been members for at least six months. Motion carried that recommendation of committee be concurred. 

Special committee that was appointed at the last meeting to draft a resolution on the death of Brother Eick submitted the following: 
• Whereas, Brother Eick, who first joined the International Association of Machinists in the city of Superior in 1891 has had over twenty-five years of continuous good standing membership in our Association, and 
• Whereas, during all those years Brother Eick was a most faithful and loyal member always ready to undertake any duty imposed upon him by the organization and always fighting for the advancement of the whole working class, and 
• Whereas, in recognition of his energy and ability in our fight for justice, Brother Eick was elected to many official positions in our Local Lodge, in all of which he served with advantage to the organization and credit to himself, and 
• Whereas, because of his sterling qualities, we who were associated with him for many years learned to respect and love him, so that we feel a deep sense of loss with his passing and can therefore more fully sympathize the loss his death must mean to his family, therefore be it 
• Resolved, that we the members of United Lodge 66, International Association of Machinists hereby express our deep sorrow on the untimely death of Brother Otto F. Eick and that we extend our most heartfelt sympathy to his family in this hour of their bereavement. 

Resolution was adopted by unanimous vote.  

Brother Jirikovic reported that a number of Brothers working for the city are unable to pay their dues because they have received no pay since March 15 and he recommended that some arrangements be made to keep these Brothers in good standing. Motion carried that the Financial Secretary be authorized to carry such Brothers, provided they request this extension of credit and provided they sign pledges to pay back the amount of dues advanced to them as soon as they are able.  

Proposed amendments to Section 5, Article 2 of the Local Lodge By-Laws for increasing the application and reinstatement fees were read for the second time. 

May 26, 1933, read letter from Blacksmiths Union 77 stating that they had been informed that Lodge 66 had some blacksmiths as members and asking that these men be turned over to the Blacksmiths Union. Letter was referred to the Business Agent to take up with Local 77. 

Brother Kugler brought up the matter of "Baby Bonds" now being sold by the city to provide funds for the city to meet payroll and other current expenses. Brother Friedrick explained the nature and purpose of these bonds. Motion carried that Lodge 66 endorse these "Baby Bonds." 

Read communications from Wisconsin State Federation of Labor relative to legislation non proceeding in the State Legislature, which if passed would destroy our present civil service system. They asked all members protest against the passage of Bill No 8-S, by writing their assemblymen. 

Proposed amendments to the Local Lodge By-Laws to increase initiation and reinstatement fees were read for the third time and discussed. Motion made that we adopt the proposed amendments. Motion carried that the vote be taken by secret ballot. The motion to adopt the amendments was lost by a vote of 42 no and 12 yes. 

Brother Otto Jirikovic was elected as delegate by unanimous vote to the Wisconsin State Federation of Labor Convention to be held beginning July 18.  

Motion carried that the constitution and By-Laws Committee be directed to draft an amendment to the Local Lodge By-Laws, providing no member may accept a job in a shop with which we have either a written or verbal agreement for the hiring of union men until after he has been a member for more than six months. 

June 9, 1933, read request from the Scottsboro Boys Defense Committee for aid and motion carried donated $1.00.  

A letter containing the expulsion charges against Roy Shaw and Paul Qualmann was read by Brother Jirikowic. A motion carried that a trial board of five members be appointed. Appointed were Friedrick, Joers, Arnauld, Kurth, and Farman. 

Brother Handley spoke on pending legislation in the state. He emphasized the importance of a six hour day and a five day week in order that a speedier recovery from the depression be made. Motion carried this Lodge convey their favor for the pending six hour day for the City of Milwaukee employees.  
 
June 23, 1933, a motion carried this Lodge purchase $100.00 of "Baby Bonds".  

The trial committee to try the cases of Qualmann and Shaw reported and recommended that they be found guilty and expelled. The result of the vote to find Qualmann guilty was 51 yes, 5 no, and 3 blanks. The result of the vote to expel Qualmann was 53 yes, 3 no, and 6 blanks. The result of the vote to find Shaw guilty was 51 yes, 5 no, and 2 blanks. The result of the vote to expel Shaw was 50 yes, 4 no, and 3 blanks. 

July 14, 1933, the second reading of the proposed amendment to the By-Laws of Lodge 66 of Section 1, Article 7 was read. A Motion carried that the Charter be removed to the Business Agents Office for a period of 14 days. 

July 28, 1933, due to the large gathering of non-union machinists the meeting was declared an open meeting and Brother Alldridge address the meeting on the N.I.R.A. Plan. 

Read request to contribute to the organizing fund of the State Federation of Labor and motion carried to contribute $10.00.  

August 11, 1933, before the regular order of business, the meeting was addressed by Brothers Alldridge and Jirikowic due to a large attendance of non-union machinists.  (editors note: at this meeting 25 persons were initiated. At all Lodge meetings the first normal order of business was to give the ritual and initiate all new members. Before the voting on any new members there was always a recommendation from the Investigating Committee. This process was followed from our earliest years.) 

Brother Alldridge stressed the need of organizing at this time, due to favorable conditions, and the need of it due to the expiration of the N.I.R.A. in two years. 

August 25, 1933, before the regular order of business, the meeting, which was attended to capacity by non-union men, was addressed by Brothers Alldridge and Jirikowic. At the close of the open portion of the meeting many new applications were filed. 

A motion carried that we file a complaint with the Grand Lodge regarding the unfair conditions of employment at the Badger Meter Company who are at present making meters for the Mexican Government. It is expected that the Grand Lodge complain to the Mexican Government with which they had influence in the past, to try to remedy this affair. 

Read communications from District 9 informing that the Barry Nehmiller Company was organized and asking for information on conditions at the Geo Mayer Plant who is manufacturing brewery equipment. 

September 8, 1933, before the regular order of business, the meeting which was attended by a large group of non-union men, was address by Brothers Alldridge and Jirikowic. 

A motion carried the Business Agent be instructed to protest against the declaring of holidays for any occasion not directly associated with the City of Milwaukee employees and a communication be sent to the Common Council embodying the same. 

September 22, 1933, a communications concerning the Badger Meter Company from the Grand Lodge was read. 

October 13, 1933, preceding the regular order of business, the meeting, which was attended by a large group of non-union men, was addressed by Brother Alldridge. 

The request of the Metal Trades Council, that we affiliate, and $.01 per working member be paid as per capita tax, and that delegates be sent was concurred. Motion carried that the present organizing committee consisting of Brothers Friedrick, Jirikowic, Specht, and Volk constitute the delegation of this Lodge to the Metal Trades Council. 

Read communications from the Office Workers Union requesting that members of this Lodge persuade their acquaintances to affiliate with this union and when having stenographic work done for their union to have union stenographers do that work. 

October 27, 1933, preceding the regular order of business the meeting, which was attended by a large group of non-union men, was addressed by Brother Handily. 

Motion carried to purchased 10 certificates received from the Workers College. Read an announcement from the Bakery Workers Union that the Roster Bakery Company has signed a union agreement. 

The following bills were allowed: Grand Lodge per capita tax, $465.70; Sick Fund per capita tax, $97.20; Wisconsin State Federation of Labor per capita tax, $33.36; Federated Trades Council per capita tax, $41.70; District 10 per capita tax, $183.90. 

November 10, 1933, preceding the regular order of business, the meeting which was attended by non-union men, was addressed by Brother Alldridge. 

A call from the District Board for nomination for Business Agent was read. In conformity with the By-Laws, letters will be mailed to the membership. This call will also include the call for the nomination and election of Lodge 66 Officers at the first meeting in December. 

November 14, 1933, before the regular order of business, the meeting was attended by non-union men, was address by Brother Alldridge. 

A request from the Gas Filling Station Employees Union for aid in their membership drive was read. Read communications from the Wisconsin State Federation of Labor urging support to the farmers in their fight. 

The regular annual nomination for Business Agent resulted in the nomination of Brother Jirikovic as the candidate of Lodge 66. 

December 8, 1933, motion carried this Lodge go on record in favor of municipal ownership and distribution of milk, and we communicate our stand to the Common Council. 

The question of Brother Friedrick being considered as candidate for any office, due to him being absent, was voted in the affirmative. The annual election of Officers for 1934 took place: 

• President, Sovic
• Vice President, Niesse
• Recording Secretary, Volk
• Financial Secretary, Alldridge
• Treasurer, Palm
• Conductor, Emmons
• Sentinel, Martin

December 22, 1933, a request from the Big Brother and Sisters for financial aid was read, and motion carried to donate $2.00. 

January 12, 1934, a motion that a committee of three be appointed to report on the findings of the program outlined by Mayor Hoan on the rotation of work by city employees carried. Brothers Friedrick, Jirikovic and Pruss were appointed to that committee. 

A motion that the case of the Badger Meter Company be sent to the Grand Lodge for disposition carried. 

January 26, 1934,  proceeding the regular order of business, the meeting which was attended by non-union men, was address by Brother Minkley. 

The call for a representative to the Peoples Realty Company Stockholders Meeting and to the Social Democratic Publishing Company Stockholders Meeting was read, and Brother Palm was delegated as our representative. 

February 9, 1934,  read communications from the Socialist Party announcing their mammoth Bazaar and Festival to be hold at the Eagles Club.  

Brother Jirikovic reported on the Ladish Drop Forge case. 

February 23, 1934, a motion carried we communicate our favorable views on the construction of a municipal power plant by the city, whether it be through government or private loans. 

March 9, 1934, preceding the regular order of business, the meeting which was attended by a large group of non-union men, was addressed by Brother Nickerson. 

A motion that we request the Peoples Realty Company have a platform built so the officers will be in view carried by a vote of 69 to 6. 

Motion carried we request the Federated Trades Council place the Badger Meter Company on the unfair list and the same be circularized. 

March 23, 1934, a motion that the present attendance prize system be substituted by the following carried: all present fill in name on card passed by the Sentinel and at every regular meeting a prize of two dollars be given in the form of a monthly dues stamp to working members and a two dollar cash prize to unemployed members. 

Motion carried that we donate $10.00 to the striking Edwards Motor Company mechanics. 

April 27, 1934, Read communications from the Socialist Party inviting this Lodge to participate in the Annual May Celebration, and motion carried that we participate. 

A motion that $25.00 be donated to the striking Edwards Motor Company mechanics carried. 

May 11, 1934, motion carried that this Lodge go on record in favor of nationalization of the coal mines. 

May 25, 1934, to acquaint all members of the work done through the Metal Trades Council and the District, contracts of Milwaukee Coal & Gas Company, Milwaukee Steel, and the Ladish Drop Forge Company were read.  

A discussion arose concerning the monthly dues. It was brought out that with all of the benefits accruing, therefore, the monthly rate of dues was very low. 

June 8, 1934, a call of the Wisconsin Federation of Labor Convention delegate to the annual convention was read. A motion carried that Lodge 66 send one delegate to the convention. A motion that the delegate be paid $8.00 per day and expenses carried. Brother Jirikovic was elected as the unanimous choice of Lodge 66. 

June 22, 1934, a motion carried that we protest to the Auto Workers Union and the Seamless Steel Tube Federal Union pertaining to application of machinists to their Federal Unions.  

July 13, 1934, a motion carried that $25.00 be contributed to the Eugene Domagalski fund. A collection was also made netting, $2.60. 

July 27, 1934, a request from the Grand Lodge for approval of Brother H. Powell as Volunteer Organizer for the American Federation of Labor was complied with.  

A motion that the arrangement for meetings of night men be referred to the officers of the Lodge carried. 

August 10, 1934, the Trustees reported that the Organizing Committee be empowered to select an Application Secretary, same to be paid $15.00 per quarter, and to pay to Organizing Committee such expenses that may be incurred in organizing activities was concurred. 

Read communications from the Federated Trades Council announcing the annual Labor Day Celebration to be held in Washington Park, September 3. A request was also made for volunteers to help in the activities. Also motion carried to have an ad in the Milwaukee Leader Labor Day Edition at a cost of $25.00. 

Read letter from the Federated Trades Council requesting all members not to sign any petition to prevent the erection of an Filtration Plant. 

Read request from the Baltimore Federation of Labor to boycott all products manufactured by the Crown Cork and Seal. 

Motion carried that we recommend to the District Lodge that the Business Agent be given 2 weeks vacation. 

Brother Handley spoke on the work of organized labor and especially stressed to the new members the worth of patience and persistence. 

August 24, 1934, a motion carried that this Lodge contribute $5.00 per week for the maintenance of a kitchen for the Geude Paeschke & Frey strikers. 

The Business Agent reported that meetings for the night men will be held on the third Sunday of each month at 9:00 am in Brisbane Hall.  

The Business Agent reported on the cases of the Geude Paschke & Frey strike, and the tendering of agreements to the Logemann Brothers and the Henbsch Manufacturing Company and the National Enameling Company. 

Motion carried that $10.00 be donated to the Kohler Strikers.  

September 14, 1934,  a request of the Federated Trades Council for data on dues paid by our members was read. It was ordered that the request be granted and that all members receiving county relief note, that when making their budgets that $2.00 be included for the payment of their dues. 

Read request for financial assistance from Hosiery Workers Local 66 of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. A motion carried that Lodge donate $10.00.  

Received communication from the Bill Posters and Billers Union requesting we pay attention to all election literature bearing union labels was read.  

Brother Jirikovic was delegated to protest to the County Board on the action of the Sheriff in the Guede Paschke & Frey strike. 

A motion that the Business Agent investigate the failure of a former employee of the Seaman Body Company in searching for work was carried. 

September 28, 1934, Brother Jirikovic reported on the cases of the Guede Paschke & Frey Company strike, the Allis Chalmers agreement, Henbsch Manufacturing Company agreement, and the Logemann Brothers agreement. 

October 12, 1934, preceding the regular order of business, the meeting was addressed by Grand Lodge Representative Raitmeir, and the representative of the electricians employed by the Allis Chalmers Company. They urged greater co-operation in the organizing of men employed there. 

The Business Agent was instructed to get in touch with the Auto Workers Union regarding the machinists employed by the Seaman Body Corporation. 

Brother Prieu was the winner of the attendance prize. He in turn donated the sum to the Christmas fund. 

October 26, 1934, preceding the regular order of business, the meeting which was attended by a large group of applicants, was addressed by Brother Handley. 

A communication from the Socialist Party concerning their candidates and asking for moral and financial assistance was read. 

Read communication from Milwaukee Workers College announcing the opening of classes for this term and requesting that all Lodges purchase as many certificates as they are able. Motion carried that this Lodge purchase 10 certificates. 

November 9, 1934, preceding the regular order of business, the meeting was addressed by the officers of the Federated Labor Union employed by the A. O. Smith Corporation. He urged greater activity in organizing work. 

A statement of all funds collected for the widow of Eugene Domagalski was read and the total was $1917.41. 

Read communication from the American League Against War & Fascism, calling for delegates. 

The Business Agent reported on the termination of the Geuder, Paschke & Frey, and the Herbsch Manufacturing Company strikes. He also reported on the program of the Allis Chalmers and A. O. Smith organizing activities. 

Motion carried that a letter of thanks be sent to the City Attorney for his interest and successful activities in the settlement of the Geude, Paschke & Frey strike. 

Brother Jirikovic was selected as Lodge 66's nominee for the office of Business Agent. 

November 23, 1934, a motion that the open meeting be dispensed with for the second Friday of December, which is nomination and election night, carried. 

Brothers Kurth, Heidtke, and Schivind were appointed on the committee to hear charges against Brother Chas Hayden. 

The Business Agent reported on the success in organizing work at the plants of the A. O. Smith Corporation and Allis Chalmers. 

December 14, 1934, Brother Nickerson addressed the Lodge on matters pertaining to unions, activities, and their efforts to eradicate unemployment and low wages. 

The committee on the charges against Brother Hayden reported that no charges are warranted and that they be dropped was concurred in. 

A letter with tickets for a Benefit Dance arranged for the Boston Strikers was read. A motion the Lodge donate $10.00 and sell the tickets carried. The sum of $14.75 was turned over to their headquarters. 

In compliance with the By-Laws, the election of Lodge Officers and Delegates was head. The following are the elected officers for year 1935: 

• President, Kurth
• Vice President, Speath
• Financial Secretary, Alldridge
• Treasurer, Palm
• Recording Secretary, Volk
• Sentinel, Kraus
• Conductor, Lockwood

December 28, 1934, a delegate from the Boston Store Strikers appeared before the Lodge and asked for moral and financial support. A motion this Lodge donate $25.00 carried. Brothers Friedrick and Jirikovic spoke of the necessity of giving all aid possible to the Boston Store Strikers. Read communications from the Federated Trades Council declaring the Boston Store has been placed on the "Do Not Patronize" list. 

Read communications from the American League Against War and Fascism requesting our protest to the Racine Officials against their recent acts of terror in that city was concurred. 

Brother Jirikovic reported on the agreement of the four unions including the machinist with the A. O. Smith Corporation. 

The first reading of the revised By-Laws of this Lodge was had. 

The committee on the preparation of the Installation of Officers reported the Eagles Club has been secured for January 11, and Auto Mechanic Lodge 510 will be invited to participate. The question of a dance in conjunction with was left to the membership. A motion that a dance be held in conjunction with the Installation and only members and their immediate family be admitted, carried. 

The following bills were allowed: Grand Lodge per capita tax, $771.50; District 10 per capita tax, $392.85; Sick Fund per capita tax, $140.20; Metal Trades council per capita tax, $7.07; Peter Toll, lost time in Ladish negotiations, $8.97.  

January 25, 1935, an announcement with tickets was received from the Leather Workers Union 74. A motion the Lodge purchase the tickets carried.  

Read communications from the Graham-Beach Tire Company announcing the India Tire as a union made tire. 

Communications from Federated Union 18545 asking for co-operation in abstaining from the purchase of any products manufactured by the Kohler Company was read and members asked to take note. 

Read communications from the State Federation of Labor outlining their Legislative Program and asking for financial contributions to a Legislative Fund was read. A motion this Lodge donate $10.00 carried. 

The revised By-Laws of Lodge 66 was read for the second time. 

A motion that the Business Agent investigate the cased of two Brothers formerly employed by the Seaman Corporation, and report at the next meeting, carried. 

February 8, 1935, read request from the State Federation of Labor for assistance to Federal Union 18545 in their fight against the Kohler Company and all urged to give all possible assistance. 

A report of the State Federation of Labor on their Legislative activities was read. Their request to communicate with our Congressmen and Senators urging them to liberalize Federal Compensation Laws was concurred. 

The Business Agent reported on the cases of two members previously employed by the Seaman Corporation. He urged this matter be held in abeyance until the set up of the National Auto Workers Union. 

The third and final reading of the revised By-Laws of Lodge 66 was had. The By-Laws Committee recommended adoption. A motion that the recommendation of the By-Laws Committee to adopt the revised By-Laws carried unanimously. 

A motion that the salary of the Financial Secretary be increased from $25.00 per month to $50.00 per month carried. 

February 22, 1935, Read communications announcing the placing of the Direct Service Oil Company on the "Do Not Patronize" list.  

Communication from the Wisconsin State Federation of Labor pertaining to legislation effecting labor and especially the Unemployment Insurance Act was read. 

Motion carried that the Lodge purchase tickets for a dance of the Bakers Union 450. 

A call for delegates to a District session for Tool & Die Makers to be held in Racine, Wisconsin, was read. A motion that we send delegates carried. Brothers Jirikovic, Sovic, Faruau, and Krog were selected as the delegates. 

A motion that all delinquent members employed at the Sewerage Plant be given 90 days time to pay their Labor assessment carried. 

Brother Jirikovic spoke on the pending agreements to be presented to several manufacturers and on general condition of the trades. 

March 8, 1935, read communications from Senators LaFollette and Duffy, and Congressmen Schneider, Gehrmann, Hull, Nithrow, Amlie, and Carmon on the pending Social Bills before Congress. 

A list and explanations of Labor Bills before the State Legislature from the State Federation of Labor was read. A communication from the State Federation of Labor concerning the opposition of Senator Duffy on the labor amendment to the Relief Bill was read. 

The delegation of Tool & Die Makers to the Racine Conference made their report on the proceedings of the conference and recommended that a permanent committee be appointed to carry on the work of the conference. A motion that the present committee consisting of Brothers Sovic, Faruau, Krog and Jirikovic be made the permanent committee to the Tool & Die Makers Conference, carried. A motion that a committee of 5 Tool & Die Makers be appointed as an Organizing Committee carried. Brothers Sovic, Brodde, Kitzke, Krog, and Pike were appointed as the committee. 

A motion that all members working in closed shops, are in shops where the Local has an verbal understanding with, be given 90 days to pay their Labor Assessments, carried. 

Brother Nickerson spoke at length on the future of organizing since the ruling of the courts on Section 7A. He stressed the need for more aggressiveness in organizing to overcome the freedom of the employers, since the courts ruling. 

The recommendation of the Trustees that the remaining $250.00 due on loan to the Lodge from District 10 be cancelled, was approved. 

March 22, 1935, read announcement from the American League Against War and Fascism of a meeting to be addressed by Congressman Lundeau on the Unemployment Insurance Law. 

Communications from the State Federation of Labor on the Public Hearing on the 30 Hour Week Bill was read. It was urged all members write their representatives to vote for the bill. 

An announcement from the Nock Clothing Store of their 100% supply of Union Made clothing was read. A request from the Barbers Union urging greater demand of their Union Shop Card was read. A request from the Boot & Shoe Workers urging greater demand of their Union Label was read.  

Read communication from the Milwaukee County Workers Committee of a national convention of their members, and requesting contribution to defray expenses was read. A motion we donate $5.00, carried. 

April 12, 1935, a request from Lodge 1384, International Association of Machinists for the endorsement of their resolution dealing with minimum wages and maximum hours was read and concurred. 

An appeal for financial aid from the Aluminum Workers Local 18812 was read. A motion we donated $5.00, carried. 

Tickets for the Civic Theatre Players "Peace on Earth" were received. A motion we purchase 10 tickets, carried. 

Brother Jirikovic spoke briefly on the need of loyalty to organized labor and urged patience on the part of new members. Always having in mind the consistency, persistence, and patience of old members, who are to a large measure, responsible for Labors gains. 

A request that the Auto Mechanics employed by the Blatz Brewery be transferred to the Auto Mechanics Lodge was referred to a committee consisting of Brothers Joers, Bondeseu, Pierson, and Jirikovic. 

April 26, 1935, Brother Lee Kleiner appeared on behalf of the Scholarships for Workers to the Summer School for Workers in Industry. He urged the sale of Theatre Party tickets for the benefit of scholarships. A motion that we purchase 20 tickets, carried. 

A motion carried we request the Federated Trades Council make arrangements of a public meeting celebrating the 25th. year of Mayor Hoan's public life. 

Read communications from the Grand Lodge urging us to write Senators and Congressmen to support the Wagner Connery Disputes Act. 

May 10, 1935, Brother Brodde offered his resignation from the Tool & Die Makers Organizing Committee. After considerable discussion, Brother Brodde reconsidered when appointed as chairman of that committee. 

May 24, 1935, motion carried that Lodge donate $5.00 to dance being held by the Ladies Garmemt Workers. 

Read communication from Rottman and Company announcing a full line of Union Made Shoes. 

June 14, 1935, Mrs. Leibert and Jirikovic of the Ladies Auxiliary urged all members to persuade their wives and daughters to join the Auxiliary. 

An appeal from the Federated Trades Council in behalf of the Milwaukee Leader for support in its promotion drive was read. Brother Biemiller of the Teachers Union also appeared in behalf of the Milwaukee Leader and explained the methods in the promotion of the Milwaukee Leader. He stated the unions are asked to advance money, for which they receive subscription booklets, which are in turn are sold to present and new subscribers. Thereby making it possible the carry on the Leader work, and also increasing its number of subscribers. A motion that $300.00 be advanced to the Milwaukee Leader for subscription stubs carried. A motion that a committee of three be appointed to carry on the promotion of the Leader, carried. Brothers Jirikovic, Friedrick, and Patteu were appointed to that committee. 

A resolution proposing Labor Rights Amendment to the Federal Constitution was adopted. A motion that this resolution be forwarded to the Federated Trades Council for adoption, carried. 

A call for delegates to the State Federation of Labor Convention was read. A motion that two delegates be set carried. Brothers Jirikovic and Friedrick were unanimously elected as delegates to the convention. A motion that $50.00 be advanced the delegates carried.  

A motion that 2 delegates be sent to the Conference on Social Legislation was tabled by a vote of 68 for and 11 against. 

A motion that the fees for delegates to the Federated Trades Council and District Board be restored, carried. 

June 28, 1935, Brother Wm Zummach of the Teachers Union spoke on the pressing problems facing workers everywhere and the need of co-operation of all workers to attain some of their objectives. 

General Vice President Nickerson spoke on the conditions of his District and the many new agreements entered into with manufacturing concerns. He further spoke on the a recent meeting of the Tool & Die Makers Conference held in Milwaukee. 

Brother Jirikovic spoke on the Dairy Strike and the assurance of victory for those involved. 

Brother Friedrick explained the recent postponement of the unemployment insurance benefits to January 1, 1936, and the amendments of many good features of the bill. 

The following bills were allowed: Grand Lodge per capita tax, $889.90; District 10 per capita tax, $330.20; Wisconsin Federation of Labor per capita tax, $96.28; Sick Fund per capita tax, $169.60; Metal Trades per capita tax, $8.48. 

July 12, 1935,  read communications from the State Federation of Labor requesting our support in the enactment of the Wisconsin Labor Disputes Bill. A motion carried that we request Senators Galisinski, Zimmy, Shenneas, and Schoenecker, who are doubtful as to their support, to vote for its enactment. An amendment to the Labor Disputes Bill to strictly outlaw company unions and to exclude the arbitration clause was tabled. Considerable discussion prevailed on this amendment. Brother Friedrick pointed out the merits of the Bill as it is also criticizing the collaboration of two extreme political parties, vis: Communists and the Manufactures Associations in opposing the bill. 

The Constitution and By-Law Committee reported on their findings and recommendation the membership vote yes on the proposed amendments to the Grand Lodge Constitution. Namely first to exclude the compulsory feature of insurance and second to empower the Executive Board of the Grand Lodge to lower the initiation fees to $3.00 in cases of emergency.  

July 26, 1935, the Trustees recommendation that we purchase a $20.00 ad space in the Labor Day Edition of the Milwaukee Leader was approved. 

A request for financial and moral support of Federal Labor Union 18545 against the Kohler Company was read. A motion that we donate $15.00, carried. 

Read communications from the Crystal Soda Water Company stating that they are now a 100% union shop. 

Read communications from Teamsters 200 and Retail Clerks 1284A stating that Niss & Sons Incorporated have signed agreements with the two organizations and that they merit the patronage of all union members. 

Read communications from the Bender Company makers of overalls, requesting patronage of home made union products and a list of merchants selling their products was posted on the bulletin board. 

The results of the balloting in the Grand Lodge referendum on propositions #1, pertaining to repeal of compulsory feature in the Insurance Policy, was 194 yes to 3 no. On proposition 2, pertaining to granting of lower Initiation Fees in emergency cases, was 190 yes to 4 no. 

Brother Handily spoke on the defeat of the Wisconsin Labor Disputes Bill and urged all to remember the Senators who defeated it on election day. 

August 9, 1935, Brother Nickerson spoke on Craft and Industrial forms of unions. He emphasized the need of perpetuating our identity, which has to a large degree made possible our progress. 

Brother Jirikovic reported on the completion of the A.O. Smith agreement, the Ladish Drop Forge strike, and the Milwaukee Lace Paper and Lindeman and Hoverson organizing activities. 

August 23, 1935,  received a letter of thanks from Federal Labor Union 18545 for our donation. 

Read announcement from the Auto Workers Union stating that the LaFayette and Nash cars are made by union men and they merit the support of all trade unionists. 

A reply from Senator Galisinski to the Lodges request that he support the Wisconsin Labor Disputes Act was read. His vague and unsatisfactory reply was called to the action of all. When his re-election is sought and that we oppose him vigorously. 

A communications from the State Federation of Labor calling our attention for the need of assistance for the promotion of the Milwaukee Leader and giving aid to the Engineers 311 in their fight against the Sperry Candy Company was read. 

Brother Jirikovic reported on the favorable agreement with the Dairy Council and the settlement of the Ladish Drop Forge strike and the Lindemann and Hoverson strike. 

September 13, 1935, a request from the Broom & Whisk Makers Union that union members purchase union made brooms from the Modern Broom Manufacturing Company, 2332 S. 28th. Street or the Strassburg Broom Manufacturing Company 2114A N. 5th. Street, and that they demand the union label at all times was read. 

A copy of a communication from District 10 to all Milwaukee Unions requesting financial aid for the Lindemann & Hoverson Strikers was read. The Trustees recommended that $300.00 be appropriated for the Lindemann & Hoverson Strike was approved. Brother Friedrick spoke at length on the strike and the arbitrary stand of the company. He urged all assistance possible be given the strikers. 

Brother Friedrick spoke on the recent referendum to wipe out the compulsory insurance clause and in the matter of initiation and reinstatements. A motion that this matter be referred to the Constitution and By-Law Committee, and that their recommendation be made a special order of business at 9:30 at the next meeting carried. 

September 27, 1935, a request of the committee of all Local International Association of Machinists Lodges for the appointment of a temporary delegate for the purpose of making arrangements for the 1936 Convention of the Grand Lodge was read. A motion that Lodge 66 extend a formal invitation to the Grand Lodge that their next convention be held in Milwaukee, and that a temporary delegate be appointed, carried. Brother Handley was appointed to that committee. 

Read request of Lodge 1313 International Association of Machinists for financial aid in their struggle against unfair manufacturers in Minneapolis, and motion carried to donate $5.00. 

A list of coal companies employing union men was received from the Coal Yard Employees Union 19782. 

Read request from the Carpenters District Council that when carpentry work is needed, that union contractors be given the work and that we at all times demand the union card of all workers. 

An appeal for financial aid to the Terra Haute Strikers from the Federated Trades Council was read. A motion that we donate $15.00, carried. 

A Grand Lodge Circular 322 calling our attention to the repeal of the compulsory feature in Insurance Policy and their willingness to grant dispensation for a period of 90 days of initiation and reinstatements from the established rates to $3.00 was read. 

As ordered by the Lodge, the Constitution and By-Law Committee made the following report. Your Committee on Constitution and By-Laws recommends that in line with Official Circular 322, issued by the Grand Lodge, United Lodge 66 request a dispensation on initiation and reinstatements fees for a period of 90 days and that initiation and reinstatement fees for that period be lowered to a straight $3.00 level, with the exception of the higher reinstatement fees provided for dropped members employed in shops where the Association has an agreement or in shops where the Association has control over jobs, in which cases reinstatement fees for applicants so employed shall be $25.00 for Journeymen and $15.00 for helpers as provided in Section 5 of Article 2 of the By-Laws of Lodge 66. Your committee also recommends amending of the By-Laws by striking out the following words in the last paragraph of Section 5, Article 2, "Three months premium payment on the Death and Disability Insurance and." Your committee further recommends that the $3.00 initiation and reinstatement fees go in effect October 1. The committee realizes that there are some feelings among members that there should be a differential between initiation and reinstatement fees of Journeymen, Specialists, and Helpers, but we feel that the best interests of the Lodge can be served by the straight $3.00 fee for the next 90 days. Before the end of this period, an amendment to our By-Laws to establish such differentials can be undertaken. A motion that the report be accepted and the recommendations be concurred. The Constitution and By-Law Committee proposed the following amendment signed by ten members for adoption. We the undersigned members propose that the By-Laws of United Lodge 66 be amended by striking out the words "three months premium payment on the Death and Disability Insurance and" in the last paragraph of Section 5, Article 2. This amendment shall be adopted by a vote of the membership at the third successive meeting of Lodge 66 in accordance with the By-Laws.  

Brother Jirikovic reported on the Lindemann & Hoverson Strike. He lauded the brave stand of the strikers. 

October 11, 1935, an acknowledgment of receipt of the invitation of Lodge 66 for the holding of the 1936 Grand Lodge Convention was read.  

A letter of thanks from Lodge 1313 for the donation of this Lodge was read.  

A request from the Building Service Employees 150 for co-operation in the matter of union window cleaners was read.  

A letter of thanks from the Rottman and Company for the great demand of union made shoes and request for further co-operation was read. 

A reply from the Federated Trades council that the Lindermann Hoverson Company has been placed on the “We Do Not Patronize” list. 

A communication from the Grand Lodge stating that Lodge 66’s request for dispensation of the established initiation and reinstatement fees to $3.00 was read. 

The question of a larger hall for the meetings of Lodge 66 was discussed. A motion that a committee be appointed to make a survey of halls available carried. Brothers Pree, Wagner, Jirikovic and Sonic were appointed to that committee. 

Brother Jirikovic spoke on the Lindermann Hoverson Company strike. He also announced that a Benefit dance has been arranged for the Lindemann Hoverson Strikers on October 30, 1935 in the Fritunstic Ballroom. 

October 25, 1935, Brother Helberg of the Retail Clerks Union spoke on the conditions pertaining to his membership. He urged greater co-operation with the Retail Clerks. He also announced the Retail Clerks Card Party and dance of November 2nd at Millero Hall. A motion the Lodge purchase tickets to the amount of $2.25, carried. 

A request from the Los Angeles Central Labor Council for legislative aid in the granting of a license for the erection of their own Radio Station was read. A motion that we comply with the request, carried. 

The Committee on Halls made a partial report on a new meeting hall for Lodge 66. A motion the committee is granted 2 weeks time for a thorough canvass of halls, carried. 

A motion that Brothers Friedrick and Jirikovic prepare a statement on Lindemann & Hoverson and that it be broadcasted on the news broadcast of station WEMP, carried. 

A communication and referendum ballot from the Federated Trades Council on the recommendation of its Executive Board on donating of $2000.00 to the Milwaukee Leader was read. A motion that Lodge 66 affirms the action of the Federated Trades Council for the donation of $2000.00 to the Milwaukee Leader, carried. 

The final reading and vote on the following amendment to strike out the following words “three months premium payment on the Death and Disability Insurance and”. In the last paragraph of Section 5, Article 2 was had, resulting in unanimous adoption of it. 

Brothers Brodde and Nickerson reported on the recent Tool & Die Makers Conference. It was reported there is evidence of better conditions in the Tool & Die Trade. 

Brother Nickerson spoke on conditions in this section. He urged the renting of a new hall in time for the Grand Lodge Convention, which is to be held in Milwaukee in 1936.  

Brother Jirikovic reported on the pending agreements with several concerns where a substantial increase in wages has already been obtained. He urged help for the Lindemann & Hoverson strikers. 

The following bills were allowed: Grand Lodge per capita tax, $1071.85; Metal Trades Council per capita tax, $10.03; Sick Fund per capita tax, $200.60; State Federation of Labor per capita tax, $121.24; Federated Trades Council per capita tax, $151.55; and District 10 per capita tax, $354.00. 

November 8, 1935, a motion that the regular order of business be dispensed with, so that a matter of the A. O. Smith employees may be discussed, carried. The question of the A. O. Smith Contract dealing with seniority and layoffs was then discussed in length. A motion carried that this matter of layoff be referred to the Shop Committee. 

A request from the Laundry Workers 174 for financial aid in their strike against the Buckley Laundry Company was read and a motion carried that we donate $10.00. 

The committee on halls reported on their canvass of available halls for the meetings of Lodge 66. They recommended the renting of the Knights of Pythians Hall for the sum of $250 per year. A motion carried that the Knights of Pythians Hall be engaged for the regular meetings of the Lodge commencing January 10, 1936 for the sum of $250 for the year. 

A call for nomination for the office of Business Agent and Assistant Business Agent was read. Lodge 66 nominated O. A. Jirikovic as Business Agent and John Sovic as Assistant Business Agent. 

A motion carried the night men of Lodge 66 designate their place of meeting for the coming year. 

November 22, 1935, a statement from the Federated Trades Council that no credentials have been issued to any person or group for the purpose of soliciting funds in the interest of the Ethiopian Defense Committee was read. 

The request of the Boot and Shoe Workers 378 for financial aid was read. It was pointed out that Lodge 66 has already donated liberally to this union as well as the other organizations. 

December 13, 1935, a communications from the Glass Bottle Blowers Branch 96 requesting that all members demand beer in glass bottles and to refrain from purchasing same in tin cans was read. 

A communication from the Milwaukee Government Service League outlining their aims for the betterment of public service and the merit system and offering their aid for the purpose of attaining any like views was read. 

A communication from the Metal Trades Council requesting donations to the Lindemann Hoverson Strikers was read. Brothers Jirikovic and Friedrick spoke at length for the need of giving all possible aid. A motion that $50.00 be donated carried and a voluntary collection was made. 

A motion the night men be availed of the opportunity to vote in the election carried. 

The committee on arrangements for the Installation Party reported the Castle Hall has been engaged for the night of Saturday, January 11, 1936 and they recommended the meeting of the Lodge for the second Friday be postponed was approved. 

December 27, 1935, a communication from the State Federation of Labor outlining the policy and platform of the recently organized Farmers, Labor, Progressive Federation was read. 

The election of officers for 1936 followed: 
• President, E. A. Wagner 
• Vice President, Frank Pree 
• Financial Secretary, W. J. Alldridge 
• Treasurer, Oscar Palm 
• Recording Secretary, A. Volk 
• Sentinel, Wm. Lockwood 
• Conductor, Wm. Schumacher 

The election for Business Agent was the following: O. A. Jirikovic and Assistance Business Agent, John Sovic. 

Brother Nickerson spoke at length on the condition of the trade. He stated that the International Association of Machinists has made appreciable gains in the year 1935 and spoke well of the activities of Lodge 66. 

January 11, 1936, due to the action of the Lodge, the meeting for the 2nd Friday was postponed to the following Saturday, in order to permit members working nights to partake in the Installation and presentation of Veterans Ceremonies, and Dance. 

President Schulthers presented Otto Hauser, Secretary of Mayor Hoan, who conveyed the good wishes of the city administration for the success of Lodge 66. He emphasized the present administrations pro labor attitude. His talk was greatly received by the membership. 

Brother Jirikovic installed the officers for 1936. he spoke at length on the duties of the membership and asked for greater activities of Lodge 66. 

International Vice President Carr presented the Veterans Badges to the attending members. 

January 24, 1936, a motion carried for a committee of three is appointed to the Permanent Convention Committee. A motion carried the Brother J. J. Handley be requested to write an article on the previous convention in Milwaukee and that it be sent to the Monthly Journal. 

A communication from the Milwaukee Sewerage Employees Local 17992 requesting representation of a member of the Machinists Lodge 66 employed at the sewerage plant to act on the general committee of all unions for the purpose of closer harmony in the working out problems of employees was read. A motion carried that this request be complied with and with the provisions that no matter of wages shall be proposed by this committee, and nothing of a local union nature be disposed of. 

The question of financing of the convention for the purpose of entertaining of delegates was discussed. The members of the temporary committee reported that a recommendation has been submitted to all Local Lodges in Milwaukee, whereby the sum of $.50 is to be paid on every working member to the Convention Fund. A motion carried that the Trustees, Financial Secretary, and Treasurer report at the next meeting of the Lodge their findings and recommendations for the purpose of raising the required sum from Lodge 66 for the Convention fund. 

February 14, 1936, a communication from the Milwaukee Leader stating that the manufacturers of Schenley Products are advertising in their columns and they merit our patronage due to their fail dealings with union labor was read. 

Brother Friedrick spoke on the formation of local branches of the Farmer, Labor Progressive Federation. He urged all to align themselves with this organization. A motion that this matter be brought to the attention of members at all meetings until the Spring City Elections and that applications be on hand. 

The committee proposed a May Dance to raise funds for Lodge 66 to go to the Convention Fund. 

Brother Friedrick spoke on a tentative letter issued by the Federated Trades Council pertaining to the Law and Order League. A motion that this letter be referred to the Executive Board of the Local and that they bring in their recommendation at the next meeting. 

Brother Friedrick reported on the meeting of the Publishers Incorporated. He stressed the need of all possible aid in the way of subscriptions and donations to the Milwaukee Leader. 

Business Agent Jirikovic reported on the signing of closed shop agreement with the Dairy District, the Clause Manufacturing Company Agreement, the grievances of Globe Steel Tube and the proposed agreement at the Milwaukee Valve Company. (editors note: in 2002 corporate greed won and the Milwaukee Valve Plant was closed) 

March 13, 1936, communications from the Summit County Central Labor Union concerning the strike of the Rubber Workers and requesting financial aid was read and motion carried to donate $5.00. 

Mr. Max Kaplan, representing the Suburban Resettlement Administration outlined the project now under way near Hales Corners. He requested the members fill out the questionnaire prepared by his department for more information to assess the needs and desires of people concerning homes and apartments. 

Read communications from the News Paper Guild outlining their controversy with the Wisconsin News and requesting moral support. 

A request from the Truck Drivers 200 for aid from members by asking for Union Card or button was read. 

The Committee on Dance for the benefit of the Convention Fund reported the arrangements have been made with the Eagles Ball Room for May 9th. 
 
A motion we make it known to the press of our approval of the Bonul Ordinance so as to counteract the lying tactics of candidates opposed to present city administration. 

Brother Stewart spoke on the coming Grand Lodge Convention and emphasized the importance of entertainment of delegates. He appealed to the members to urge their wives or mothers to join the Ladies Auxiliary. 

Brother Jirikovic stressed the importance of supporting the friends of labor in the coming city elections. He assailed Candidate Skinners for his attitude in recent strikes. 

March 27, 1936, by order of the Executive Board the meeting was delayed on open meeting in order to bring before the membership and their wives the necessity of support for the Federation candidates in the municipal elections. Brother Wagner introduced Brother Handley, Secretary Treasurer of the Wisconsin State Federation of Labor, who outlines the inception of the Federation Party, through the affiliation and combination of several economic groups and political groups. By this method it is felt that Labor and Liberal groups can better express themselves as to economic and social needs. He assailed the opposing candidates for mayor as one sponsored by all groups deathly opposed to needs and desires of Laboring Groups. 

Brother Holbrooke of the Smith Steel Workers spoke briefly with a plea that greater co-operation be had between the various groups employed by O. A. Smith Corporation. 

Brother Friedrick spoke also on the Federation Candidates urging all to support to the utmost their election. 

Brother Jirikovic brought the meeting to a close by pleading for support of Federation Candidates. 

April 10, 1936, Brother Stanley Budery, representing the Summer School for Workers in Industry, spoke on the coming session of that School in Madison. He requested we give all possible aid to this venture. A motion carried this matter be referred to the next meeting. 

Read communications from the Grand Lodge urging our support by writing our Congressmen and Senators for the support of the Wheeler Crosser Railway Act.  

Brother Jirikovic spoke on the recent Municipal election. He stressed the importance of the coming state election by the election of men, who labor can rely on. This he stated can be accomplished by application with the Farmer, Labor, Progressive Federation. He urged that all affiliate. 

The following bills were allowed: Grand Lodge per capita tax, $1,118.85; District 10 per capita tax, $403.80; Sick Fund per capita tax, $231.00; Metal Trades per capita tax, $11.55. 

April 24, 1936, read communications from the Central Labor Council of Sheboygan with Raffle Tickets to raise funds for the continuation of their Labor Press. A motion carried for the Lodge to purchase the tickets. 

The laid over matter of the Summer School for Workers in Industry was brought before the membership. It was stated by several members this venture merits our support because of the favorable post school work done by its students in the Labor Movement. A motion carried that the Lodge contribute $10.00. 

The committee on raffles reported the preparations are being made for the raffling of a radio. They requested the opinion of the Lodge as to a possible combination of raffle of Lodge 66 with the picnic of District 10. A motion the committee seeks to combine the two affairs and they contact the committee of District 10 for that proposal. 

The question of reinstatements of men employed by the A. O. Smith Corporation was discussed. A motion carried that a committee of seven be appointed to seek and present a plan whereby drops and reinstatements may be overcome. 

The questions of the Farmer Labor Progressive Federation were discussed at length. It was urged all members and their wives become members of this Federation as that a strong and fruitful campaign can be waged in the coming Fall Election. Many members made out applications showing that interest is had and that the progress of the Federation will b