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States Marine Color Guard and the invocation, Convention Chairman William Picco welcomed the delegates to Washington. President Dietrich briefly reviewed the activities of the Association.
Speaking to a capacity audience, Charles Nes, Jr., President-Designate, American Institute of Architects, presented new concepts and ideas which are under consideration today by the architect. Greeted by a standing ovation, a committee of Mr. Ponton and Mr. Chapman escorted Senator Dirksen to the podium. John Chapman then introduced, in a stirring manner, the Senator. Commanding his audience for over one hour, the Senator reviewed many vital issues which particularly face the construction industry and the entire nation.
The National Labor Relations Board's activities were discussed by Julius G. Serot, Assistant General Counsel of that body. He emphasized 8B4D, 10k and 101 provisions with a clear and concise explanation of each. Rounding out the first sessions program was Calvin D. Johnson, Remington Rand Corp. His humorous, yet moving discussion of current issues made his speech one of the highlights of the entire convention.
Tuesday's General session was opened by Homer Bryce, President of Structural Clay Products Institute, who presented a summary of the activities of that organization. Hugh Murphy, Director, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, U.S. Dept. of Labor, reviewed MDTA and the current status of apprentice training. Robert H. Leggett, Congressman, 4th District, Calif., gave a factual address on H.R. 489 concerning Anti-Bidpeddling Legislation. Financial Planning for the Mason Contractor was presented by Gustave Simons with Thomas Murphy, Secretary, B.M. & P.L.U. (Continued on page 19)
Photos top to bottom-MCAA Executive Board meets to review the activities of the Association. Second Following the panel discussion on Sunday afternoon delegates viewed an actual demonstration of mortar pumping. Third: Group shot of members during one of the sessions. Bottom: Reception line at the opening of the MCAA Convention.
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