SAGCD - ILA
The largest maritime union workers in North America
Dear Friends: “Auld Lang Syne” is the traditional Scottish song sang at the new year. Perhaps, because of my Scottish background, I have always enjoyed hearing it sung (since I cannot sing). But the meaning of fellowship and friendship the song invokes has an especially strong meaning this year. This is particularly so, since the …
[envira-gallery id=”5568″] Houston, Texas – On December 17, 2020, the Star of Hope received a significant donation from the ILA – South Atlantic and Gulf Coast District (SAGCD), West Gulf Maritime Association, Marine Repair Services – Container Maintenance Corporation out of Charleston, South Carolina, and ILA Locals 24, 28 and 1351. Alan Robb, SAGCD President, …
[envira-gallery id=”5537″] On Saturday, December 12, 2020, U. S. Senate candidate Reverend Raphael Warnock made a stop along the campaign trail at the historic International Longshoremen’s Association Local 1414 in Savannah, Georgia to encourage everyone to go out and vote. He was warmly welcomed by Jackie Robinson, Local 1414 President; Willie Seymour, South Atlantic Gulf …
James R. Watson died on Friday, December 4, 2020 at the age of 84. Jim had a life full of accomplishments. He was born in Graham, Texas where he grew up and attended Graham High School graduating with numerous football and track awards. Jim received a football scholarship from the University of Texas at Austin, …
