July/August '11 BL - Local 798

PIPELINERS UNION 798Volume XLVI, Number 4 JULY / AUGUST 2011 www.local798.orgKeystone XL Needs ApprovalProposedKeystone XLPipelineExpansionAfter more than 18 months, the Keystone XL Pipeline Project still awaits approval by Secretaryof State Hillary Clinton. We urge all members to contact your Senators and CongressionalRepresentatives and request their support to move this project forward. You can findinformation for your elected representatives at www.usa.gov/Contact/Elected.shtml.

Pipeliners Union 7984823 S. 83rd E. Ave.P.O. Box 470798Tulsa, OK 74147-0798PH: 918/622-1900FAX: 918/627-9327Please visit theLocal 798 Web Site atwww.local798.orgfor updated pre-jobinformationBUSINESS MANAGERDaniel C. HendrixFINANCIAL SECRETARY-TREASURERDavid L. BarnettDear Brothers and Sisters,As mentioned in David’s report our contract has finally been ratified. I would like to thank bothsides of the National Pipeline Negotiating Committee, management and labor, for their perseverancein getting this document ratified. Special thanks to Ellen Boardman and David Barnettwho spent countless hours making sure this process moved forward and all the i’s were dottedand the t’s were crossed. Without the help of these two individuals we might still be without asigned agreement.The next segment of my report was written over the Keystone XL Pipeline Project by MichaelEconomides. His article expresses the need for this project on paper better than any I haveseen. As members of a local union, we need to support this by writing every political leader inthis country to get on board so we can become less dependent on foreign producers that do nothave our interests at heart. Let your voice be heard! Don’t let the greenies of the world dominatethe future of this country! Build it, but build it right using the best qualified labor in thepipeline industry, Local 798. As always I’m proud to say “I work for you, the finest pipeliners in the world.”Fraternally,PRESIDENTPreston RichardVICE PRESIDENTWade PilgreenRECORDING SECRETARYGuy WilliamsINSIDE GUARDBob FatherreeEXECUTIVE BOARDLarry EdwardsCharlie GarrettMitch LeihrRandy MathisFINANCE COMMITTEEBuster ChapmanBilly E. HawkinsRonnie HillEXAMINING BOARDClark EastwoodMike MillerBUSINESS AGENTSChad GilbertChris LancasterBlack SchroederRick TaylorDarrell TurnerPhillip Wallace798 ORGANIZERSRonnie HillTerry LangleyJerry RyanDISPATCHERKevin LeeperOut Of Work List:918/663-3200Dispatch FAX:918/610-2740Jobline:918/610-2745Daniel C. HendrixBusiness ManagerDumb Opposition to Keystone Pipeline Okay, but Not Helpful…By Michael EconomidesOver 83 environmental groups sent a letter to President Obama to protest progress on the Keystone XL pipeline, a project currentlyin the approval phase which would streamline the delivery of Canadian oil and gas to the U.S. These same activists held a rallyoutside the White House to alert Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper of their opinion during his recent U.S. visit. But thisminority conglomeration of rabble rousers doesn’t represent the desires of the greater American public, or grasp the realities ofenergy policy in the U.S or Canada.The development of the Keystone XL pipeline would increase America’s oil supply to meet growing demand, while delivering fuelat a reduced price to benefit everyone at the gas pump. Even more important, it will provide far greater energy security, aligningthe United States with a trusted and stable neighbor. Amazingly, this compelling U.S. investment to secure our energy future nowfaces delays due to the misguided and clueless campaign against anything and everything oil being led by the ‘green’ activists.This kind of opposition is insidious and in many ways damaging to our economy. It is quite unfortunate that it generates reactionby policy-makers while it should be considered outright for what it is: silly.The NRDC, Sierra Club, and others have taken issue with Canada –already the United States’ most reliable energy supplier -because some of Canada’s vast energy resources exist in rocky clay-like deposits dubbed oil sands. Extracting crude from thesesands has been technologically challenging but true to form the industry has responded well, and some of the past concerns,raised by industry and environmental stakeholders alike have been resolved. The high demand for these resources has driven newmethods and technologies for extracting the oil, significantly reducing environmental effects. These new technologies, along withthe barren and isolated locations of these sands in Northern Alberta, have made Canadians more than happy to produce the supplywhich U.S. demand requires. In fact, 20 percent of U.S. oil imports now come from Canada.The continual improvements in oil sands extraction are not the only reality activists have turned against. Baseless claims havealso been made regarding the safety of time-tested oil pipelines. Pipelines have proven by far the safest and most publicly supportedmethod of transportation. In Nebraska alone - a state the pipeline will traverse - there are over 21,000 miles of pipelinesdelivering needed resources to residents. TransCanada, a highly respected Canadian company that will build the pipeline, has aproven safety record with over fifty years of experience. Still, those blindly in opposition to fossil fuels have had the audacity tocall pipeline safety into question as a basis for halting this project.The reality of the situation is the United States needs oil. Trends indicate national energy demand is growing, not shrinking, sosupply must grow as well. Those living in a dreamland have claimed that renewable energy and clean technologies can supply thecountry with its energy needs if only oil imports would stop. Currently, all renewable sources account for less than 8 percent ofU.S. supply, much of it hydroelectric, only fraction of a percent for the darlings of environmentalists, wind and solar. And all thisafter billions annually in government subsidies. If oil imports stopped, energy prices would shoot through the roof while most ofthe country would screech to a halt and plunge into darkness for the next several decades.So it is established that the U.S. needs oil; the next question is where to get it. China would love it if the U.S. quits competingfor oil. The Chinese are using their state run oil companies to aggressively snatch up global energy resources (in fact, they areeven investing in bringing the Canadian oil in question to Asian markets). 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Middle East, as well as Africa and South America, but the price spikes resulting from Egyptian turmoil would suggest that placing more relianceon these classically unstable locations is a bad move.The best option would be domestic production, creating American jobs and a steady supply within the country; but the Administration isopposed to this idea. From the Gulf moratorium and eliminating the potential of drilling off the Eastern seaboard, to new proposed taxes whichwill cripple America’s energy industry; domestic production seems off the table… until the next election anyway.Then there is Canada. The U.S. and Canada have close diplomatic relations, they share a border which means shipping costs and emissionswill be limited, and the country has vast resources. Even if the U.S. stepped up production, imports would still be a necessity until around 2050when new technologies of not just generating but using energy sources should finally start becoming competitively priced and marketable.America is a country where anyone can voice their opinion on anything. Gore can think he invented the internet, and green activists can claimthe Keystone XL Pipeline is bad. Luckily for the rest of us, America also offers people the freedom to simply dismiss or ignore the dumb ideasof others.Dear Brothers and Sisters,It is my pleasure once again to bring you this report. I am sure all of you know by now that we have a newNational Pipeline Agreement to cover the organized pipeline work in the U.S. for the next three years. This agreementwas achieved through the cooperative efforts of both Negotiating Committees. We have some significantchanges in the new agreement. Some I am sure you will find to be to your benefit and some you may feel thatwere to the Contractor’s benefit. Some of the positive highlights that were negotiated on your behalf are:• Three year agreement with increases every year• Full travel pay for the Helpers• Increases to premium pays• New premiums established for testing J-man, repair welder and repair helper• Crew hours for movement of Welders• Double time for the 17th thru the 24th hours of work per shift• 10 hours pay for busted welding test• Blend 30 helper rates to establish $21.56 as the lowest helper rate in the U.S. for high scale work• Combine N/S Small Pipe rate and N/S Station rate to all be worked under one rate and fringeI was disappointed that we were not able to agree upon a wage/per diem conversion to increase per diem for the Journeyman and Helpers, butboth sides did agree to meet prior to the June 1st, 2012 increase to discuss it further. In the true spirit of fruitful negotiations, both sides did agreat job of voicing their concerns and bargaining to a remedy. Make no mistake about it; both sides are aware of the work habits and lifestylehabits that are dragging our industry down as a whole. These include busted drug tests, not showing up for work, and not being able to performthe work. Going forward, all parties have agreed to stay involved and find the remedy to these issues. As you well know we continued to workwith multiple extensions of the old agreement to make sure we took the appropriate amount of time to address the issues that were brought tothe table. The new agreement may be viewed on the Local 798 web site and may be printed from there. I urge all of you to read the new agreementthoroughly to stay abreast of the changes so you know your rights and obligations on the right of way. We are in the process of having10,000 copies of the new agreement printed and will be mailing them out to each member’s home address as soon as they are available. Wehave a stable wage/benefit package and a great contract with safe working conditions to go to work under every day. That is more than the nonunionworker is afforded.We have already had two delegates to the U.A. Convention back out of going and we have contacted the next two alternates as their replacements.As we get closer to the actual Convention date I expect more to decide for one reason or another that they will not be able to attend. Ifyou are one of the first 10 alternates on the list I would encourage you to notify our office of your e-mail address so we can contact you as soonas possible with the necessary paper work if or when it happens.Until next time WORK SAFE, WORK PROUD, and WORK UNION!Sincerely and Fraternally,David L. BarnettFinancial Secretary-TreasurerB L U E L I G H T R E P O R T S • J U LY / A U G U S T 2 0 1 1 • PA G E 3

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25+ yearsMembersHonored WithU.A.CertificatesAnthony E. AshbyJourneyman SpacerInitiated 4/21/1986Marion, MIWilliam “Chad” GilbertWelderInitiated 5/16/1986Mancos, COCharles L. HoustonWelderInitiated 4/21/1986Florien, LARobert L. HoustonWelderInitiated 4/21/1986Rosepine, LASally A. MillsWelderInitiated 5/16/1986Tulsa, OK30+ yearsLance N. NugentWelderInitiated 4/12/1986Oak Grove, LARobert M. RiceHelperInitiated 6/17/1986Skiatook, OKJerry R. RyanWelderInitiated 12/02/1986Blue Mountain, ARDaniel J. SteeleJourneyman SpacerInitiated 4/12/1986Perryopolis, PATed S. WilliamsWelderInitiated 4/12/1986Salisbury, NCJames R. AshbyHelperInitiated 12/01/1981Paris, MIJohn R. Biroschak, Jr.WelderInitiated 9/06/1979Poland, OHRonald D. DunnWelderInitiated 3/21/1977Bradford, ARSteve R. EdwardsJourneyman SpacerInitiated 9/17/1979Wetumka, OKBobby L. HarveyWelderInitiated 11/10/1981Anacoco, LARonnie M. HillWelderInitiated 9/22/1981Kosse, TXHobert M. Hundley Jr.Retired WelderInitiated 5/18/1981Kenova, WVWillis H. HundleyJourneyman SpacerInitiated 11/08/1977Dunlow, WVRichard A. JoerisWelderInitiated 1/20/1981Buffalo Gap, TXWayne E. Morgan, Jr.WelderInitiated 1/09/1981Crawfordville, FLMitch S. PendergraftJourneyman SpacerInitiated 9/12/1980Seneca, MOTodd D. PostJourneyman SpacerInitiated 6/01/1980Cuero, TXKevin A. SheetsWelderInitiated 3/24/1980Lancaster, OH35+ yearsDavid E. AllenWelderInitiated 9/09/1975Nowata, OKDavid L. BarnettJourneyman SpacerInitiated 5/05/1976Broken Arrow, OKGlen D. BirdWelderInitiated 5/14/1974Clendenin, WVRobert H. DanielWelderInitiated 11/05/1975Broken Bow, OKKent D. FrittsWelderInitiated 1/14/1976Bald Knob, ARJames L. HankinsWelderInitiated 5/27/1976Oak Grove, LAB L U E L I G H T R E P O R T S • J U LY / A U G U S T 2 0 1 1 • PA G E 5

40+ yearsMembersHonored WithU.A.CertificatesClayton J. LandreneauWelderInitiated 3/27/1975Ville Platte, LATerry L. LangleyWelderInitiated 4/12/1976Pottsville, ARHarry N. StefanickJourneyman SpacerInitiated 5/07/1974Palm Bay, FLDonald R. HawkinsWelderInitiated 8/15/1968Bastrop, LAD.L. Johnston, Jr.WelderInitiated 6/01/1970Hot Springs Village, ARVirgil L. FrithRetired WelderInitiated 4/28/1966Dale, INBob McCrayRetired WelderInitiated 7/01/1966Sand Springs, OKFletcher L. ShannonRetired WelderInitiated 9/03/1964Bradenton, FlJoe C. ThornhillRetired WelderInitiated 6/14/1965Pioneer, LAMichael W. TunnellRetired WelderInitiated 07/16/1966Duncanville, ALJohn J. WilsonRetired HelperInitiated 6/24/1966Eureka Springs, ARStanley T. FankhauserRetired WelderInitiated 3/16/1961South Boardman, MIRobert G. GroveRetired WelderInitiated 8/24/1957Newton, ILCharles G. HookerRetired WelderInitiated 4/11/1958Tenaha, TXHobert M. Hundley Sr.Retired WelderInitiated 10/25/1958South Point, OHJoe L. MartinezRetired HelperInitiated 2/15/1960Elwood, ILErnie MillerRetired WelderInitiated 3/29/1957Valliant, OK55+ yearsElder S. BaileyRetired WelderInitiated 8/18/1952Quitman, MSWilliam J. BuchananRetired Journeyman SpacerInitiated 5/22/1956Springfield, MORalph L. DenneyRetired WelderInitiated 8/14/1956Haskell, OKRaymond Keith EdwardsRetired WelderInitiated 12/20/1955Monroe, LABobby C. GipsonRetired WelderInitiated 11/21/1955Bigelow, AR60+ yearsO.H. HowellRetired WelderInitiated 10/29/1956Nicholson, MSAlton J. McBethRetired WelderInitiated 5/05/1953Mount Pleasant, TXBob L. McCollomRetired WelderInitiated 8/05/1954Concordia, KSLowe W. Wallace, Jr.Retired WelderInitiated 9/20/1956Cross Plains, TXT.K. WestbrookRetired WelderInitiated 6/26/1956Wynnewood, OKWayne FoorRetired WelderInitiated 4/09/1947Manassas, VAEmery Arneil McBethRetired WelderInitiated 7/19/1950Mount Pleasant, TXB L U E L I G H T R E P O R T S • J U LY / A U G U S T 2 0 1 1 • PA G E 6

45+ yearsDon P. ArmstrongRetired WelderInitiated 9/03/1964Atlanta, TXJohn S. BennettRetired WelderInitiated 1/20/1966Santa Claus, INJesse C. BrumleyRetired WelderInitiated 11/30/1966Baytown, TXBill M. DavisWelderInitiated 4/25/1966Spiro, OKCleo C. DilbeckRetired HelperInitiated 9/22/1966Red Rock, OKLarry H. EdwardsWelderInitiated 9/29/1966Seguin, TX50+ yearsAlbert E. AshbyRetired Journeyman SpacerInitiated 11/15/1961Tularosa, NMTommy W. BlackRetired WelderInitiated 7/22/1959Wewoka, OKKenneth D. BloomfieldRetired WelderInitiated 5/16/1961Cleveland, OKLewis R. BuchananRetired Journeyman SpacerInitiated 9/25/1958Verden, OKWilliam Roland CrossRetired WelderInitiated 12/18/1961Tenaha, TXJames R. FaucettRetired WelderInitiated 7/23/1959Neches, TXBob J. MorekRetired WelderInitiated 10/10/1961Whitesburg, GAWilliam “Bucky” PriceRetired Journeyman SpacerInitiated 7/22/1958Renovo, PAHoward D. RushRetired WelderInitiated 9/19/1957North Zulch, TXGerald M. TidwellRetired WelderInitiated 11/06/1961Champion, PADavid H. WielandRetired Journeyman SpacerInitiated 10/18/1961Midland, MIDarrel L. WrightRetired WelderInitiated 4/21/1960Mena, AREarl KesnerRetired WelderInitiated 6/04/1953Tulsa, OKDean H. KiserRetired WelderInitiated 1/13/1953Apple Creek, OHJack R. Ladner, Sr.Retired WelderInitiated 2/26/1952Columbia, MSS e p t e m b e r 9 , 2 0 1 1M e e t i n g N o t i c eThe Regular September Membership Meeting willbe held at the Pipeliners Local Union 798 UnionHall, 4823 S. 83rd E. Ave., Tulsa, OK on Friday,September 9, 2011 beginning at 7:00 p.m.7 9 8 L a d i e s H o s p i t a l i t y&Motel AccommodationsTommy J. RobisonRetired WelderInitiated 9/29/1951Lamar, OKEverett H. SmithRetired WelderInitiated 1/16/1951Meridian, MSJoseph TallericoRetired WelderInitiated 8/20/1947Waynesburg, PAThe 798 Hospitality will be held at the RenaissanceTulsa Hotel – 6808 S. 107th E. Ave., Tulsa, OK74133 – beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Friday,September 9, 2011. The Renaissance Tulsa Hotelhas graciously offered a discounted room rate of$90.00. To make reservations, call 918 307-2600.Make sure you indicate you are with PipelinersLocal Union 798.B L U E L I G H T R E P O R T S • J U LY / A U G U S T 2 0 1 1 • PA G E 7

798 Business Agents24-hour answering service918-663-6520Jobline: 918-610-2745Business Agents’ ReportsRICK TAYLORCT, DE, ME, MD, MA, NH, NY, PA, RI,VT, VA, WV304/587-2191 918/663-6520 Press 7Brothers and Sisters, The East Coast has hadsome of the worst weather in years. It went fromsnow to rain to high temperatures with no break inbetween. Safety is still the number one concernfor contractors and the clients. We need to assessthe work area for potential problems constantly; itis you who could be in danger. If you witness anyunsafe conditions contact your foreman immediately.A few of the clients are requiring FRC clothing,not only in stations and hot work, but also onthe right-of-way. This could be a problem whenworking in high temperatures, so always be aware of the heat so you will not experienceany type of heat related problems. Also remember to drink plenty of liquids.I would like to also mention the need to be aware of what Congress is doing whenit affects our livelihood. There are already 22 states with right-to-work laws. Wedo not need more. The latest to attempt to pass this law was New Hampshire. TheHouse and Senate passed it but the Democratic Governor John Lynch vetoed it,although a legislative override of the veto is now pending. One person or one votecan make a difference in our way of life. We must become politically aware and votefor those with a record of voting for the rights of union members. If you are not registeredto vote, register now. You can always call your local county clerk’s office andhave an absentee ballot sent to you if you are at a job away from home.The work here in the east is still growing and the future continues to look promising.The Marcellus Shale formation should continue to provide Local 798 with jobsfor many years to come. Thousands of miles of gathering lines and stations are projectedin this area for the next 20 years. Transmission Gas Companies are starting tolay larger diameter pipelines due to the market demands and supply for natural gas.Henkels & McCoy has started their project for El Paso in northern PA. PrecisionPipeline and Michels are waiting on starting dates for the 100+ miles of 24” & 30”for Dominion projects in PA and WV. The non-union work force is still holding withHolloman, Wyatt Construction, and many smaller companies getting the share ofwork, although Union contractors have the majority of the work.If I can be of any assistance, please call. As always, Be Safe! Be Proud! BeUnion.Pre Jobs:Appalachian Pipeline:Amity, PA. Install 20.2 miles of 20” new lay for National Fuel Gas. WelderForeman, Greg Cooper. Superintendent, Anthony Campbell. Working 6-10’s.Mainline rates.Big Inch Fabricators & Construction:Claysville, PA. 24” & 36” launcher & receivers, valve settings for NiSource Gas.Welder Foreman, Roger Monk. Superintendent, Mike Utley. Working 6-10’s.Mainline rates.Bill Hawk, Inc.:Derry, PA. 2,500’ of 20” pipe. Replacement for Peoples Gas. Welder Foreman,Doug Gochneaur. Superintendent, Gary Quillin. Working 5-10’s. Mainline rates.Contractors Rental Corporation:– Clarksburg, WV. 5 miles of 16”, and 5 miles of 12”. Gathering for EnergyTransfer Corporation. Welder Foreman, Greg Rose. Superintendent, FredNicholson. Working 6–10’s. Project Agreement rates.– Lindley, NY. 1,418’ of 30”; 1,455’ of 20”; 698’ of 26”. Relocation for Dominion.Welder Foreman, Jim Tyson. Superintendent, Billy Winland. Working 6-10’s.Mainline rates.Kirila Contractors:Corry, PA. Install valves 16” and 20”. Launcher and kicker lines for NationalFuel Gas. Welder Foreman, Ted Hazelet. Superintendent, Ron Kirila. Working5-10’s. Mainline rates.Henkels and McCoy, Inc:– Long Pond, PA. Anomaly repairs. Take-up and re-lay. 1,500’ of 24” forWilliams/Transco. Welder Foreman, Gary Mullin. Superintendent, Kevin Pedigo.Working 6-10’s. Mainline rates.– Milford, PA. Take-up and re-lay 16 miles of 20” pipe and fab for NiSource.Welder Foreman, Richard Warren. Superintendent, Jeff Adams. Working 6-10’s.Mainline rates.– Towanda, PA. Spread 2. 40.4 miles of 30” new lay for El Paso. WelderForeman, Gary Arnold. Superintendent, Nick Walters. Working 6-10’s. Mainlinerates.– Homesdale, PA. Spread 3. 37.2 miles of 30” new lay for El Paso. WelderForeman, Bart Scarbrough. Superintendent, George Doll. Working 6-10’s.Mainline rates.– Tioga Junction, PA. 33.91 miles of 30” of new lay for El Paso. WelderForeman, Bill Clendenining. Superintendent, Tommy Hardwick. Working 6-10’s.Mainline rates.Michels Pipeline:Kittaning, PA. 16,000’ of 12” pipe gathering for EXCO. Welder Foreman, MarkSena. Superintendent, Stephen Whitson. Working 6-10’s. Mainline rates.Miller Pipeline Corporation:– Rockport, WV. Wireline verifications, Hydro-test, and replacements forNiSource. Welder Foreman, Dave Casteel. Superintendent, Wes Bogard.Working 5-11’s. Mainline rates.– Waynesburg, PA. 9,000’ of 6” gathering for Williams Midstream. WelderForeman, Brian Lloyd. Superintendent, William Burleson. Working 6-10’s.Special Agreement.Pete Gould and Sons:– Moundsville, WV. 11,000’ of 16” gathering, new lay, and fab for CaimanEnergy. Welder Foreman, Robert Houston. Superintendent, Glenn Tribett.Working 5-10’s. Special Agreement.– Waynesburg, PA. 32,000’ of 6” gathering for EQT. Welder Foreman, SteveThomas. Superintendent, Eric Creel. Working 5-10’s. Special Agreement.Precision Pipeline:– Moundsville, WV. 13.7 miles of 24” new lay for Caiman Energy. WelderForeman, David Butterworth. Superintendent, Hubert Ross. Working 6-10’s.Mainline rates.– Elmira, New York. 100,000’ of 12”, 16”, and 20” pipe gathering for TalismanEnergy. Welder Foreman, Rod Kelly. Superintendent, Scott Schoenher. Working6-10’s. Mainline rates.Price Gregory International:Take-up and relay 16,000’ of 16”, 20”, and 30” pipe for Dominion Trans. WelderForeman, Billy Hawkins. Superintendent, Doug Gregory. Working 6-10’s.Mainline rates.Otis Eastern Services:– Central Bridge, NY. Install fabrication NY and MA for El Paso. WelderForeman, Charlie Haynes. Superintendent, Mett Carroll. Working 6-10’s.Mainline rates.– Cumberland, MD. Hydro-test 25,000’ of 20”. Replace 4,100’ of 20” forNiSource. Welder Foreman, Mark Talbott. Superintendent, Greg Clise. Working6-10’s. Mainline rates.Welded Construction:Eden, NC & VA. Hydro-test 36” and 42” lines, anomaly investigations forWilliams/Transco. Welder Foreman, David Kidd. Superintendent, Joe Carter.Working 6-10’s. Mainline rates.B L U E L I G H T R E P O R T S • J U LY / A U G U S T 2 0 1 1 • PA G E 8

CHAD GILBERTAZ, CO, NV, NM, UT, WY970/565-8746 918/663-6520 Press 3I would like to start my report by congratulatingthe negotiating committee on attaining a faircontract. After a boom in the pipeline industry, Ifeel a three-year contract with over 6% in raises,and raising helpers’ travel pay is a good contract.Looking to the future, if you are a 798 welder withsubstantial time left in the industry, Brothers andSisters, Tig skills will be a must to work BuildingTrades. Working Building Trades is a great way tofill in between pipeline jobs and helps retain yourretirement and healthcare credits. We also muststart building our relationships with our sister locals across America. The way todo this is stated in our UA constitution. Section 218, paragraph 5 states: “Travelingmembers must respect the lawful practices, traditions and policies of Local Unions inwhose territory they seek work.” When one works for another Local, one representsall 798 members. So please show them the same respect you show your Local.Your actions will help determine if we are respected and welcomed back for futureemployment.The work in the West is starting late this year. There are some good jobs beinglet at this time and should go to union contractors. Everyone should have called ore-mailed their congressmen/congresswomen on the Keystone XL. If you haven’t, it’sstill not too late to voice your opinion. I assure you, the environmentalist are not sittingback and waiting to see if this project is going to proceed. They are being veryproactive and we must also.I just finished two job visits for Precision on spread 4 and 5 of the Ruby andwould like to thank the hands who are doing a great job. Please work safe and becareful traveling. If you’re out of work you might want to consider learning to weldTig. There are Building Trades opportunities now and as I stated, there will be morein the future.New Pre Jobs:Precision:Elko, NV. Gas Company is Ruby El Paso. Lower in and tie in, approximately4 miles of 42 inch. Welder Foreman: Neal Crabtree. Steward: Joe Pearrow.Working 6-10’s at high scale.BLACK SCHROEDERTX409/753-2264 918/663-6520 Press 2I would like to thank Danny and David for allthe time and effort they spent on getting our NPLAsettled and signed. No one realizes how muchgoes into our negotiations. It looks like a goodagreement.Congratulations to Ronnie Hill on his newposition as organizer. Ronnie will be spendinga lot of time in Eagle Ford Shale monitoring theEnterprise and ETC work that was let non-union.With all the work in South Texas, this is the perfectopportunity for the hands to get their wages up.The majority of the non-union contractor’s totalpackage is less than our Special Agreement. If you are down in South Texas workingnon-union, the choice is yours. Do you want to retire some day with a decent pensionand health care or lose your book and weld until you are 80 years old?Since the last Blue Light our contractors have bid several projects in the EagleFord Shale for various gas companies with no success. There are several more largeprojects out there being bid on.It looks like the Keystone XL (Gulf Coast Expansion) is delayed again; it will probablybe close to February before it starts, provided they get their permits to proceed.I can’t understand how Keystone can even consider giving their work to any nonunioncontractors with the substandard work they did in South Dakota and Kansas.There have been two oil spills on Keystone stations, and they called a union contractorto come fix it.I have had 2 pre-jobs since the last Blue Light report and both jobs are complete.Geeding had some change-out work around Dallas for Explorer Pipeline andMidwestern Pipeline double jointed 100 + miles of 20” pipe for Denbury Resourcesin Pearland.If I can help please don’t hesitate to call.PHILLIP W. WALLACEAR, IA, KS, MN, MT, MO, NE, ND, OK, SD501/724-8801 918/663-6520 Press 6The Midwest area is down to maintenance andrehab work with just a very few jobs awarded toour Union Contractors. Our fair Contractors arebidding these small jobs with the low scale numbersand the non-union is getting almost all thejobs awarded to them. They are cutting the wageson all their employees and people are still workingfor them. The non-union sector knows what ourwage and benefit package is and they work thebids to get under our numbers, so it’s very simplefor them to get the work. They cut the welders’wages and use laborers for welder helpers andspacers. We can’t compete with the unskilled non-union workers. They don’t laya lot of pipe but the Gas Companies keep bailing them out when they don’t meetdeadlines and the repair rates are very high.I was looking for the Gulf Coast Expansion of the Keystone XL to get startedearly fall but that doesn’t look good for now. The Keystone Pipeline that we finishedin 2010 has been shut down because of two Crude oil spills in North Dakotaand Kansas. Michels Pipeline has two crews working on the Keystone Stationsfixing the leaks and doing preventive maintenance in all their Stations. The leakswere in the Stations that were built by non-union contractors TIC and Enserve.These Stations were built with unskilled and untrained labor and single hand weldersand now TransCanada is paying the price to patch their mistakes. The cost ofthe 30” and 36” pipeline being shut down with no oil flowing out the south end totheir customers has to be expensive. Now TransCanada, what’s cheaper - unskilledlabor or Union Craftsmanship? The Environmental groups that fight pipelineconstruction are feeding on these spills and are using this to keep the Keystone XLPermits from being issued. We need this Canadian Crude Oil not just for the jobs,but to keep the foreign oil countries from holding us hostage.The XL Pipeline not starting this year has killed my area for man-hours. Thework is in the northeast this year with all the Marcellus Shale Gas work and willemploy a lot of our people. The southern section of the XL will go in 2012 and thenorthern section will be laid in 2013.We have had a lot of Heliarc Welders working in Sister Locals all winter andspring but the summer months have slowed down in the Building & Trade sector.The B&T work will pick up when the fall outages get started, so be ready and willingto go to these jobs when the opportunity comes. The hours you work on thesejobs could be the hours you need to make a retirement credit or healthcare for youand your family.Always Remember, United We Stand Divided We Fall.DARRELL TURNERAL, FL, GA, LA, MS, SC256/463-7953 918/663-6520 Press 4It seems like it was only yesterday that we werediscussing the upcoming Christmas holidaysand wondering what 2011 would hold in store.Many accomplishments have been recorded inour Union’s history book since this year began.January 2011 recorded an all-time high for hoursworked in a single month in our industry. Ournew debt-free training center opened in the spring,and already, it has been recognized as the premiertraining facility in the United States. The 798Steward School, held in April, set attendancerecords that we never thought possible. TheLadies of 798 basket auction raised money for charity again this year. The auctionraised over $62,000.00 on Wednesday evening during Steward School week. TheLadies of 798 did not exist before March 2007, and look what they’ve achieved insuch a short time. We have a newly signed UA National Pipeline Agreement, effectiveJune 1, 2011, that provides us with fair wages, strong benefits, and uniform workingconditions throughout the USA. Local 798 was recognized recently by UnitedAssociation General President, Mr. Bill Hite. David Barnett, our Financial Secretarywas promoted to the UA Pipeline Department to represent all UA Pipeliners at theinternational level. Wow!!! So much already, and it’s only June 7th.Pipeline construction in the southern United States has been extraordinary thelast five years. Many mega-projects were constructed, and we welded the vastB L U E L I G H T R E P O R T S • J U LY / A U G U S T 2 0 1 1 • PA G E 9

majority of them. Current projects are vastly smaller in our region. At this datewe can expect Williams Transco to let 26 miles of 42” loop work from Alabamainto North Carolina. Construction is scheduled for September. Air ProductsCorporation will build 110 miles of 18” in south Louisiana. Job consists of (2)sections, approximately 55 miles each. Project has 5 non-union bidders and 5union bidders. Starting date is not known at this time. Southern Natural Gas willbuild 11 miles of 42” pipeline after taking up 11 miles of 16”. This project, nearMontgomery, Alabama will get under way in mid July. U.S. Pipeline is the successfulbidder. Atlanta Gas Light has several projects on the front burner for theAtlanta, Georgia area. Next job to go will be 16 miles of 16”, with a start date ofAugust. Engineering and survey are under way, and we will weld this pipeline. Wewill lay some 8” in south Alabama for Denbury Resources. This 20 mile projectis scheduled for October. Piedmont Gas has several miles of 16” near Greenville,South Carolina that will go after Labor Day. We also know of other projects thatour contractors have been invited to bid, and those jobs are in various stages ofpre-construction.My report will conclude with an update on Wilbros and our insistence that thiscompany build a structurally sound and environmentally correct pipeline. Thiscontractor will be held accountable for their construction techniques. PipelinersUnion 798 is committed to building safe pipelines, regardless of who the craftsmenare. This could not have happened without the help, dedication, and brotherhoodof those people that stood with me at Natchitoches, Louisiana. My hat istipped to Brother Danny Hendrix, our Business Manager, Brother David Barnett,our Financial Secretary, Terry Langley, our Organizer, the fine men and womenof Pipeliners Union 798, Mr. Neal Miller and Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 198of Louisiana, Mr. John Hudson and The Teamsters, Mr. Harold Elkins and TheLaborers of Louisiana. Thank you all for giving so much. It has been worth thecost. I also want to thank those members and officers of the Operators Union thatstood strongly with Wilbros during our recent protest. Our hearts are joyous for allof those scab operators that crossed our picket line. You rats made it possible forgood union minded operating engineers to have those seats on union pipelines.Adios, suckers.CHRIS LANCASTERIN, KY, MI, NC, OH, TN731/549-3300 918/663-6520 Press 1As we get into the work season, the workin my area is going as I previously reported,mainly Rehab and short lines. I have pre-jobbedseveral small jobs that consist mainly of 1 and 2welder jobs. It looks as if this trend will continuethroughout the summer. There are larger jobsbeing planned in Ohio, Michigan, and NorthCarolina but it will be fall or later before they getunderway. I have been able to get several weldersout on Building Trades work and I would liketo thank the sister locals for helping us out duringour slow time.I want to thank Danny, David and all of the negotiating team for their time and hardwork in getting us a good 3 year contract. There is a lot of work going into negotiationsand I know they put all their efforts into getting us this new agreement.I have been up in Michigan over the last few weeks visiting jobsites, and I also setup a picket on Major pipeline. Thanks to those who were able to help walk the picket.The work in my area has started off slow but is beginning to pick up. I want to thankeveryone who has remained strong and Union during these slow months. If I can beof help don’t hesitate to call.I have held the following pre-jobs:U.S. Pipeline:Kingsport, TN. 29 miles of 24” loop work. Welder Foreman, Randy Mathis.Superintendent, Dana Bratcher. Working 6-10’s. Approximate completion 8-1-11.Infrasource Underground:East Canton, OH. 2.5 miles of 8”. Welder Foreman, Gerald Davis.Superintendent, Luke Wohlers. Working 6-10’s. Special agreement. Approximatecompletion 6-9-11.United Piping:Howell, MI. 30” Integrity digs. Welder Foreman, Dan Pawloski. Superintendent,Bob Schonebeger. Working 6-10’s. Approximate completion 6-28-11.Midwest Underground:Brownburg, IN. .84 miles of 30” take up and relay. Welder Foreman, Ed Bohannon.Superintendent, Greg Hersh. Working 6-10’s. Approximate completion 6-12-11.Bill Hawk:Carrolton, OH. 2500’ of 8” new lay. Welder Foreman, Terry Sampsel.Superintendent, Ron Mulheman. Working 5-10’s. Special agreement.Approximate completion 5-20-11.Minnesota Limited:Howell, MI. Emergency sleeving. Welder Foreman, Tommy Yaklin.Superintendent, George Vordenbruggen. Working 6-10’s. Approximate completion5-31-11.Geeding Construction:Howell, MI. 30” anomaly digs. Welder Foreman, Mike Boyett. Superintendent,Justin Colbert. Working 6-10’s. Approximate completion 7-24-11.Michels Pipeline:Maryville, MI. Valve setting and tie-in drill section. Welder Foreman, DaveWarner. Superintendent, Buddy Kervin. Working 6-10’s. Approximate completion6-15-11.Roberts Pipeline:Owensburg, KY. 400’ of 24” replacement. Welder Foreman, Bobby Westrater.Superintendent, Craig Ring. Working 5-10’s. Approximate completion 6-25-11.Big Inch Fab:Tiffin, OH. Various fabrication. Welder Foreman, Jimmy Johnson. Superintendent,Steve Enerson. Working 6-10’s. Approximate completion 11-22-11.Miller Pipeline:North Dayton, OH. 12-24” Hydro-testing. Welder Foreman, Mark Gregory.Superintendent, Jay Barker. Working 5-10’s. Approximate completion 8-9-11.US Trinity XTO Compressor Station,Gene Autry, OKHenkels & McCoy Oxford, NCB L U E L I G H T R E P O R T S • J U LY / A U G U S T 2 0 1 1 • PA G E 1 0

Geeding Construction Pasadena, TXUtility Line ServicesJersey Shore, PAJeffrey A Dupree, Jr. enlistedin the Air Force Reserves onFebruary 28, 2011. He alsobecame an Eagle Scout onApril 17, 2011. For his EagleScout project, he remodeledthe American Legion Post 760of Bethel Park’s restrooms tomake them handicap accessible.Jeffrey plans on attending CCAC(Community College of AlleghenyCounty) for 2 years then attendingPitt University in Greensburgto pursue a degree in psychology.He plays trumpet in the BethelPark High School Marching Bandand the Jazz Band. Jeffrey is theson of 3 year Welder memberJeffrey A. Dupree and grandson of47 year Retired Welder memberDonald N. Dupree.Associated Pipeline Ruby Spread 2 Hyrum, UTWe appreciate those of you who have previouslysubmitted pictures for use in theBlue Light and other projects. We are justnow beginning to gather pictures for theupcoming 2012 Local 798 calendar. If youhave any picturesyou feel would beappropriate forpublication in theBlue Light, or inthe annual calendar,please submit We need pictures!!them via CD, mail,or email to information@local798.org.Digital pictures are required. Pictures forthe calendar must be horizontal photos ofpipeline or work scenes, and the resolutionmust be 300 dpi or larger. If you have anyquestions, do not hesitate to call us.B L U E L I G H T R E P O R T S • J U LY / A U G U S T 2 0 1 1 • PA G E 1 1

Geraldine Cloyd would like to say thank you.The help she received at the passing of GlenCloyd was greatly appreciated.Jesse Davis says thanks to all who contributeto the Voluntary Fund. Also, he would liketo give a special thanks to Tommy Drake,Squirrel, and Charlie Garrett for the helpwhen he pulled his shoulder out of the socket.His surgery was on February 23rd and heshould be healed up and ready to work bythe end of April.Jimmy Lee would like to thank the VoluntaryFund for the money he received when hisfather died. Also, he would like to thankhis foreman for giving him the time neededto get his father buried and tend to othermatters. Jimmy sends thanks to his brothermembers who called and gave their condolences.It showed how much of a brotherhoodwe have and how many friends he hasin our local. A special thanks to Danny forhis call.John and Clodene Temple wish to take thistime to thank the Brothers and Sisters ofPipeliners Local Union 798 who contributeto the Voluntary Fund. The help was greatlyappreciated after his foot surgery. A specialthanks to Brothers Jim Warner, DavidBarnett, and Danny Hendrix. He is glad tobelong to Local Union 798, a great group!Gary Dickinson sends thanks to all who supportthe Voluntary Fund. It is a privilege forhim to be a member of such a great organizationand a wonderful group of Sisters andBrothers. The Doc Band was a 100% successin reforming his grandson’s head. He wouldlike to give a special thanks to Ricky Allen,Lee Allen and David Barnett.Greg and Sue Mulligan want to thank themembers of 798 and the Voluntary Fund forthe assistance received in memory of theirson, Joshua R. Mulligan. As they continueto try to accept his loss, the kind and generousgift was heart felt and appreciated. Itis evident the members of Pipeline Local798 truly know the meaning of assisting aBrother member and their family during atime in need.Kenneth Grenfell would like to thank all themembers of 798 who give to the VoluntaryFund. The gift is very much appreciated duringhis time off for shoulder surgery. A specialthanks to Cyrus Roof and Ted Hintze fortheir help. Thanks again to all his Brothersand Sisters.Kenneth ”KC” Carter and Family wishto thank all the Brothers and Sisters whodonate to the Voluntary Fund. The fundswill be extremely helpful. A special thanksto Ron Nalls and Black Schroeder. God Blesseach and every one!Roy G. Zander II extends a belated thankyou to all who contribute to the VoluntaryFund on behalf of his youngest daughterAriel Zander. Her surgery was a success andher voice is back to normal. He would liketo give a special thank you to Brothers Phillipand Justin Wallace.Mr. and Mrs. H.L. Caskey Jr. say thank youfor the assistance and concern during theirillnesses. The help was so appreciated. Sothanks again and God bless all of you atLocal 798.Alan A. Ellis would like to thank all whogive to the Voluntary Fund for the help hereceived after having another heart attackand stroke. May God bless all of you. Specialthanks to Steve Dancy, Danny Hendrix andDavid Barnett.Billy W. Hawkins wishes to thank theVoluntary Fund for the check he receivedafter his surgery. Thanks to everyone whocontributes for all the calls, prayers and goodwishes he has received. He is proud to bea member of 798 and appreciates the caringBrothers and Sisters who always give to thiscause.Donnie Lindsey and Family express greatappreciation for the Voluntary Fund assistancewith special thanks to Rick Duncanand Curtis Mason.Bonnie Jo Palin thanks Pamela Rainwaterand Charlie Yates for getting her help withthe Voluntary Fund. These two are greatpeople and our Local is better because ofpeople like them. Thanks again.JoAnn McKenzie would like to thank allBrothers and Sisters for the lovely cards andletters and to those who contributed to theVoluntary Fund. The money received followingher surgery and the loss of her father wasmuch appreciated.JT Born Sr. writes to thank the VoluntaryFund and JT Born Jr., Howard Bailey andDavid Barnett for the help he received duringhis time of need. Jo Born is doing wellafter her surgery and is getting better eachday. Again, thanks to all the members of 798who give to the Voluntary Fund to make thisfund what it is.Curtis Mason sends a thank you to the memberswho contribute to the Voluntary Fundfor the help they received when their daughter,Adrienne, fell and broke her arm. Hersurgery went well and she has begun physicaltherapy. It will be a long recovery butthey are hoping for a full recovery. Specialthanks to Ricky Morgan, Rodger Hastingsand Donnie Lindsey.William T. Eubanks says thank you so muchfor help during his time of distress. Hisgranddaughter, Destiny, is still in the hospitalafter three weeks for what was suppose to besimple appendicitis. His brother, in Houston,has had major heart complications which hascaused visits to Texas. You will never knowhow much that money helped with this. Hecan always count on the help and support of798 and his Brothers and Sisters! Thank youagain so very much.The Lem Cox Family would like to thankthe Voluntary Fund and all the Brothers andSisters who contribute to it. Thanks for allthe support and prayers during Lem’s recenthospital stay. He had 99% blockage in hisleft coronary artery and received one stent.They are so thankful he had no heart damage.Special thanks to Chris Elliott.Clark and Robin Eastwood thank DannyHendrix, David Barnett and all 798 memberswho give to the Voluntary Fund for the helpreceived after surgery. It is times like this wecan all be proud to be members of the greatestUnion in the world.Mark Parks thanks everyone who gives tothe Voluntary Fund. It was a great help tohim and his wife while she is fighting breastcancer. He appreciates all the prayers thathave been extended their way. It meansso much to them as they fight this. Thanksagain and God bless you all!Kenneth and Roya Battles send thanks toall of you who worked in preparing for thewonderful retirement dinner. Thank youso much for making them feel a part of ourgreat Union. They appreciated the deliciousmeal, the time spent with old friends and theeffort put forth.Joel L. Mallette writes to thank you forreceiving assistance from the VoluntaryFund after his accident which resulted in fivebroken ribs. He would like to thank all theBrother and Sister members who choose tomake contributions to the Voluntary Fund.Without your generosity and dedication, theVoluntary Fund wouldn’t exist. Thank you.West Carroll Rodeo Association says thankyou for sponsoring them again this year.They couldn’t do it without 798.Michael E. Dungan would like very much tothank all the members of Pipeline Union 798who contribute to the Voluntary Fund for thehelp he received after surgery on both hands.Also, a special thank you goes out to JimmyStrange and his wife Robin for writing to theVoluntary Fund on his behalf.Joe Spradlin Sr. writes to take this opportunityto thank all the Brothers and Sisterswho contribute to the Local 798 VoluntaryFund. The generous check he received afterhis knee surgery is very much appreciated.Thank you for the calls and prayers and aspecial thank you to John Stanley Miller andSouthern Pipeline Construction Co. Thankyou again and may God bless you!Ricky and Becky Standridge want to thankthose who give to the Voluntary Fund. Thehelp was greatly appreciated after Beckyhad a biopsy on her lungs. She is doingwell. Special thanks to Darrell Turner, DavidDickerson and all the hands on the Latexspread in Atlanta, GA. May God bless allof you.Brad Nevill says thank you so much. At atime when things look so bad, it is people likeyou that shine through. The help and concernthat was provided is a great comfort andsaved him. Being a member and Brother of798 has always been great, but now has newmeaning. God bless you all!!!Tony Gunnels and Family express their gratitudeto the Voluntary fund for the generositythey received. They would like to thankDanny, David and Kevin at the hall and alsoB L U E L I G H T R E P O R T S • J U LY / A U G U S T 2 0 1 1 • PA G E 1 2

Bob and his crew at PIBF. Thanks to all hisBrother and Sister members of LU 798. Veryspecial thanks to the hands working on theWelded Project in Red Lion, PA.Elton and Eva Brumley wish to give thanks toDanny Hendrix and all the members who giveto the Voluntary Fund. Both of them have hadhealth problems and have had a lot of out-ofpocketexpenses. The money they received wasgreatly appreciated. Special thanks to DarrellTurner and their son, Ray Brumley.Brandon and Brittany Littleton would like tothank the Voluntary Fund and the Brothers andSisters of Local Union 798 for assistance whenBrandon had his surgery. They both want togive a special thank you to Bill Hawkins andWayne Causey.Kirk & Kathy Kirkland and The Tarvin Familywant to express their gratitude and appreciationto the 798 members, officers, and staff forthe lovely Keepsake book, flowers, cards, andVoluntary Fund they received during the loss oftheir father, Glen Doyle Tarvin. Thanks for yourprayers and God Bless you all.William Murry writes to thank all who contributeto the Voluntary Fund for the assistancethat was given at the time of his surgery. Hewill be going through three more joint replacementsbefore long. He sends a special thanks toBrother Robert Grove for thinking of him eventhough he has retired. Thank you again.Jimmy Laminack wants to thank Local Union798 and all the contributors to the VoluntaryFund. He has been a proud member for 45years. He has seen 798 get stronger and stronger.Keep up the good work. A special thanksto Darrell Turner (his helper at one time).Josh R. Rosenberg would like to give a shortnote of thanks for the extra support and care hewas shown during the recent floods in which helost his home. Thank you for being so kind andprompt as he is already back on his feet again.Your support and compassion have been dulynoted. Thanks so much!John Bennett sends a thank you to Local 798 forall your help. Once again, thanks and may thepeace of Jesus be with you and your family.Noel Manderson thanks all his Brothers andSisters for contributing to the Voluntary Fund.He greatly appreciates all of you!Carty and Deanna Williams wish to thank allthe members of Union 798 who give to theVoluntary Fund. Thank you for the gift theyreceived during their time of need. A specialthanks to Brian Anderson and Carl OverstreetJr. and all the Michels workers in Bunkie, LA.Thank you again and may God bless you all!Tim and Eva Holt want to acknowledge withgreat appreciation and give thanks for the helpthey received from the Voluntary Fund afterthe loss of their home in a tornado. Thanks toGod, no one was hurt and they are rebuildingtheir home. Special thanks to Roland Crossfor driving up to check on them and all hishelp. Thanks to Don Gallagher and RaymondChristmas and especially to David Barnett forthat call to check on them. Such actions duringtimes of need really make one’s problemsmore bearable. We have a great Union, whichbecomes an extended family that takes care oftheir own!James and Jamie Johnston would like to saythank you to all who give to the VoluntaryFund. They would also like to give specialthanks to Harold Vargas, Dennis Stiles, ChadGilbert and everyone on Spread 6 of the RubyPipeline. The voluntary check came to theirfamily during a time of need. The twins aredoing well and are on their way to join theirfamily at home soon. Thank you again!Johnny May received a letter and check fromthe Pipeliners Voluntary Fund. He has beenout of work and recently had elbow surgery.This check was a great blessing for him and hisfamily. He recently had to bury his mother andthen was able to make it to Louisiana to picketWillbros. Being around his Brothers of 798 andfeeling the fellowship of people who really docare for one another helped him more than hehelped the picket.Danny P. Simms would like to thank the membersof Local 798. He had a stent put in andeverything came out fine and he is ready to goto work. It was a great help for him to receivethe check. Thank you all and God Bless!Tim Hartness and Family greatly appreciateyour thoughts and kindness.Lanny Flora and Family want to thank youfor your generosity during their recent illness.Thank you to everyone who donated to theVoluntary Fund and to everyone who had themin their thoughts. Lanny is on the mend andgetting stronger every day.Deborah Colbert sends thanks for the moneysent to her. She had surgery on both knees onMay 24th and she can really use it on her doctorbills. Thanks to all the members who give to theVoluntary Fund!Jayson and Regina Lambert would like to takethis opportunity to thank all who contribute tothe Voluntary Fund. The money sent to themhelped in paying for some of Regina’s medicalbills. She had a mild stroke in March of thisyear. She is doing much better now. A specialthanks to Jim Tyson and Sam Sandbothe. He isproud to belong to such a great Union.Keith and Shirley Edwards thank all the membersof 798 who contribute to the VoluntaryFund for the help they received after Shirley’ssurgery, which was successful. Also, a veryspecial thanks to Jr. Leslie, Danny Hendrix andDavid Barnett.Billy D. “Bull Plug” McDaniel wants to thankall those who contribute to the Voluntary Fund.The check was greatly appreciated at this timeof his journey. He is in the middle of takingchemo and radiation and with your prayers hewill beat this cancer. He also wants to thankDanny Hendrix and David Barnett for doingsuch a great job. A special thank you to RobertJohnson and Darrell Turner. It is such an honorto be a 798 member.Robin Meachum sends thanks to those who givefaithfully to the Voluntary Fund. It is a privilegeto be a member of a local that is dedicated tohelping their own when in a time of need. Sheand Bobby appreciate you all! She is recoveringfrom surgery and will hopefully be back workingin a few more weeks. Thank you again andGod bless you all as He has her and her family.A special thanks to the hands at Delta DoubleJointing in New Iberia for the prayers, cards,gifts, flowers and plants. Also, a special thanksto Guy Simms, Randy Martin, and RandleLaffoon!!! She loves you all!!!William and Candace Harper greatly appreciatethe check they received during the birth oftheir son, Jackson. They are truly so thankful tobelong to such a great family like 798, that takessuch great care of its own. A special thanks toBuster Chapman, Junior Overstreet, and all themembers on the Michels’ Bunkie, LA spread.Johnny J. Gaudet is a proud member of LocalUnion 798. He and his wife would like to thankeveryone who contributes to the VoluntaryFund for the help he received after his CarotidEndarterectomy surgery. It was greatly appreciated.Special thanks to Darrell Turner. MayGod bless each of you!!!Frank Tevepaugh and Family would like tothank everyone who gives to the VoluntaryFund. The check was greatly appreciated.Gladys had major back surgery in January andwhile in the hospital they found stage 4 lungcancer. Her back is great and she is respondingwell with her lung cancer treatment. A veryspecial thanks to Darrell Turner, Danny Hendrixand David Barnett.David Joseph Wiginton and Family say thanksfor the check received during the April 27,2011 tornado that hit Hackleburg, AL. Thecheck will help in recovery and difficult times.They would also like to say thanks for just goodpeople who care enough about him and hisfamily during this time. His mother sends herdeepest gratitude and thanks for helping them.You will be forever remembered for your love,support, prayers, and help during this time.God bless every one!!!Wahlea (Lea) Sample thanks the VoluntaryFund for the check she received after the surgeryshe had on her foot. She would like toexpress how grateful she is to all her Brothersand Sisters out on the ROW who give eachweek so generously. She is so proud to be apart of this wonderful family. Special thanks toBob Fatherree. Once again, thank you to ourmembership.Bud Thomas sends a thank you for the donationfrom the Voluntary Fund during his timeof need.Donna Sorber says the Bible sent for the passingof her son, 798 Welder member, Bart Sorber,was beautiful. Thank you for your kindnessand prayers.Wes and Nancy Glaze would like to thank allthe Brothers and Sisters who give so lovinglyto the Voluntary Fund. Wes is recovering verywell from heart surgery and the gift was sucha blessing. A special thank you goes to DarrellTurner. May God bless all of you.Alisha Goodin and Family send a sincerethank you to the Voluntary Fund and all of themembers who contribute each week. Uponher Grandmother’s passing, it not only helpedout financially, but reminded them of theBrotherhood and Sisterhood that makes ourB L U E L I G H T R E P O R T S • J U LY / A U G U S T 2 0 1 1 • PA G E 1 3

Local what it is. A very special thank you tothe spread on the Ruby Pipeline for Precision inElko, NV. They would also like to thank Mr. &Mrs. Ronnie and Michelle Hill, for the thoughtfulletter that she and her family received. Andlast, but certainly not least, a thank you toKevin Lane and Johnny Sawyer.James H. Blackwood wants to thank 798 for thecheck he received after his back surgery. It wasvery much needed. A big thank you to everyonewho donates to the Voluntary Fund eachand every week.C o n g r a t u l a t i o n s ! !3 year Helper member Richard and KarissaWhite announce the arrival of their daughter,Ansley Bella. She weighed 7lbs 9oz and was 20inches long. Paternal grandparents are Wayneand Stella White of Scotts Hill, TN. Wayne isalso a 44 year Journeyman Spacer memberof 798. Maternal grandparents are Danny &Donna Flanagan and Johnny & Nancy Wilson,all of Lexington, TN.Wilbur L. Brooks, 86 year-old Retired Weldermember of Saint Charles, MO passed awayFebruary 13, 2011.Ervin W. Weems, Jr., 78 year-old Retired Helpermember of Calhoun, LA passed away April 19,2011.James “Lynn” Crabtree, 63 year-old RetiredWelder member of Fouke, AR passed awayApril 20, 2011.Drayton E. Scott, 71 year-old Retired Weldermember of Winfield, AL passed away May 1,2011.Jerry W. Reece, 68 year-old Retired Weldermember of Mannford, OK passed away May7, 2011.Clifford H. Snowden, 82 year-old RetiredWelder member of Broken Bow, OK passedaway May 10, 2011.Farrel L. Tucker, 78 year-old Retired Weldermember of Lampasas, TX passed away May12, 2011.Lavern H. Hake, 75 year-old Retired Weldermember of Earlville, IL passed away May 13,2011.Gerald Upton, 72 year-old Retired Weldermember of Claremore, OK passed away May16, 2011.Bart P. Sorber, 40 year-old Welder member ofHarveys Lake, PA passed away May 20, 2011.Jay L. Phillips, 56 year-old Welder member ofColumbia Cross Roads, PA passed away May21, 2011.J. P. Wallace, 92 year-old Retired Weldermember of Skiatook, OK passed away May 26,2011.Jack L. Davis, 86 year-old Retired Welder memberof Spiro, OK passed away May 28, 2011.Marvin Collins, Welder, Orient, OHRobert L. Crocker, Welder, Prairie Lea, TXRobert S. Davis, Journeyman Spacer,Judsonia, ARHarry R. Ezell, Welder, Cave Creek, AZMichael D. Green, Helper, Fremont, OHAndrew C. Hess, Welder, Sikeston, MODaniel R. Hill, Welder, Swartz, LALeon G. Holman, Helper, Plattsmouth, NEPhillip Martin, Sr., Helper, Yatahey, NMTommy R. Martin, Welder, Elwood, ILHershel Mason, Welder, Bradford, ARRonald J. McCool, Helper, Alvin, TXSally A. Mills, Welder, Tulsa, OKPatricia A. Misiorek, Helper, Taylorville, ILPaul V. Misiorek, Jr., Helper, Taylorville, ILVance C. Mullins, Helper, Celina, TNRobert D. Owens, Journeyman Spacer,Story, ARDaniel L. Peel, Sr., Welder, Stringtown, OKLarry E. Sharp, Helper, Clinton, ARHarold J. Smith, Helper, Picayune, MSGary E. Strong, Journeyman Spacer,Albuquerque, NM2005 40’ Travele Supreme 5th Wheel. Tripleslide, thermo windows, arctic insulation, 2a/c, w/d auto sat dish on roof, cherry cabinets,corian counters. A true all year coach. $44,900obo. Please e-mail larryepage520@aol.com orcall 570-850-1273 for pics and all the details.Custom Welder Caps. Huge selection of printsto choose from. Call 724-663-4794 or visit mysite at www.weldercapsbyamanda.com. Capsare $10.00 each.2005 47’ Teton Toy hauler. 4 axle Teton RoyalFifth Wheel Toy Hauler. Options to numerousto mention. Call 352-362-0482.2008 Lincoln Vantage 300. 570 hours withremote. $7,000.00. Call 501-606-9337 or 501-961-1973. Available in Scott, AR.200 AMP D Welder. 1000 hours, 2 years old.$8500 firm. Call 618-563-4123 or 618-553-4123 anytime.The Hood Fan. It cools and defogs. Easy install.$30 plus $3 shipping. Call 801-634-9063.1992 Classic I Welder. Asking $4000. Comeswith leads and rheostat. It has 3277 hrs on it.If you have any questions call 318-565-4642 or936-203-6766. Looks like new and has beenshed kept.2008 Ram 3500 Big Horn Edition QuadCab 4x4. 70,000 miles. New tires 1/18/11.Security/auto start system, grill guard, truckbed, tool boxes. 2009 Lincoln Pipe Pro 200Dwelder, 1,000 hrs. Leads, tools, gear, remote.Rig belonged to Ken Crawford, 798 Weldermember. Please call Pam, 701-352-2468.61 Red Face ready to go to work. Asking$3,000. Call 417-529-5298.2006 Winners Circle Toy Hauler. It is 39 feetlong with a 12 foot garage. Four season trailer,heated underbelly and holding tanks. Books at31k asking $22,500. Call 307-287-0172.2007 Dodge Ram 2500. 5.9L Cummins, 6 speedmanual, 72k miles. Electric Blue, FabTech 4.5”lift, 20” rims, 35” tires, Banks intake, triplegauge cluster, exhaust. Runs great, doesn’tleak a drop of oil. Asking $25,000. Call Josh,307-287-0172.Caps by Cindy. 918-557-1660. Price increase 9-1-11. Reg caps $10 each. Decor stitch $12 each.Fabric and leather sleeves will remain the same.2001 Chevy Silverado 4x4. 165k miles. Steelbed with 2 boxes under. Good truck. 6 speedDuramax standard transmission. Call 606-316-0365.2008 Miller Pipepro 304 with remote. Previousowner, Marcus A. McCleese. Asking $8,000.Call 606-831-3241 for more information.Brothers and Sisters, due to limited spacing, SHORT & PERSONAL itemsare published as space permits. We try to print some in each category,and will get to yours as soon as possible. All items must be submittedin writing.

116-C Sportsmaster Masterfleece ©Three-Season Jacket. With embroidered 798 logo.Heavy-duty, tear-resistant fabric. Rain & stainresistant. Lined. (S, M, L, 2XL, 3XL). $75.00101-A Navy SummerCap. $16.00101-B Navy / TanSummer Cap. $16.00101-D Navy WinterCap. $16.00101-E Navy / SuedeBill Cap. $16.00101-J White Cap.$16.00101-K Navy / TanWinter Cap. $16.00115-G Don’t Gamble With Your FutureGray Short-Sleeved Pocketed T-Shirt.Screen print logo.(Back shown) (M, L,XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL).$10.00101-G Navy PatrioticCap. 17.00101-L Fitted PatrioticCap. (S/M or L/XL).17.00115-C Navy Short-SleevedT-Shirt. Embroidered 798 logo.(M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL). $16.00115-D Black Short-SleevedT-Shirt. Embroidered 798 logo.(M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL). $16.00115-F White Short-SleevedT-Shirt. Embroidered 798 logo.(M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL). $16.00115-L Live Hard Work UnionGray Short-Sleeved T-Shirt.Screen print logo.(Back shown)(M, L, XL, 2XL,3XL, 4XL).$9.00101-CSummerCamouflageCap. 21.00115-DL Black Long Sleeved T-Shirt.Embroidered 798 logo. (M, L, XL, 2XL,3XL, 4XL) $20.00134 PipelinersUnion 798 Pen.Black pen withblack ink ingold trim.$4.00130 798 Key Chain.“United We Bargain /Divided We Beg”.$8.00115-CL Navy Long Sleeved T-Shirt.Embroidered 798 logo. (M, L, XL, 2XL,3XL, 4XL) $20.00119-C NavySweatshirt.(2XL, 3XL,4XL)$39.00136 Local Union798 Glasses.Set of 4. $11.00LOCAL 798MERCHANDISEORDER FORM101-C2WinterCamouflageCap. 21.00101-M60th Anniversary sized hat.Back says 60th Anniversary1949-2009. (Small or Large)$23.00CatalogITEMUNITQTY NUMBER COLOR SIZE COST TOTAL125 60th Anniversary Case Pocket Knife.Pipeliners Local 798 on blade. Numbered.$71.00135 798 Logo Blanket $31.00132 798 Computer Bag.$40.00104 Portfolio.Navy. $27.00Shipping AddressNAMESHIPPING AND HANDLING 7.00TOTALBOOK NUMBERSTREETCITY STATE ZIPPayment SORRY NO CASH OR CODS CHECK MONEY ORDER VISA MASTER CARD OR DISCOVERCREDIT CARD NUMBEREXPIRATION DATE / /JULY/AUGUST 2011 BLUE LIGHT REPORTS

MI State Capitol ProtestPRESORTEDFIRST CLASS MAILU.S. POSTAGEPAIDWICHITA, KSPERMIT NO. 234823 S. 83rd E. Ave.P.O. Box 470798Tulsa, OK 74147-0798