Arizonq Decllers Tclke Srond in Resolutions Voted

(Edi,torts Note: The foltozvi'ng Resoluti'ons were passed' at the May 2-3-4 annual conz,ention of the Arizona Retail Lurnber and Build'ers' Suppty Association in Phoenir last month. They are pre.tentetl here as a supplement to the coaerage of the Arizona d,ealer! annual meeting zuhich appeared, in the lune 7 issue) :

Resolution Condolence

WHEREAS, since our last convention our Association has lost three of their beloved and active members: Roger Belfiore -Jdy 3, 1956; Earl Hoctor-October 13, 1956; Keith Owens -January 26, 1957, and

WHEREAS, they have been good and honorable citizens, assets to their communities and state, and highly regarded in our industry,

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the membership of the Lrizona Retail Lumber and Builders Supply Association stand with bowed heads in reverent memory of the departed members, and

FURTHER, that a copy of this resolution be sent to loved ones of the deceased.

May 4,1957

Litchfield Park, Arizona

Resolution Lumber Standards

WHEREAS, the American Lumber Standards has requested suggestions and recommendations before May 10 on the following proposal:

"The Committee considers whether or not it would be appropriate in the public interest to amend Article V-

Superior lumber Products Urged

Phoenix, Ariz.-Jack Gordon, secretary and executive manager of the Lumber Merchandisers Assn. here, told the ARL&BSA convention, May 2-3-4, that use of structural steel and aluminum hasn't destroyed the lumber industry-and won't-but that the dealers would "have to deliver a superior product if we are to stay in business." In his speech to more than 150 dealers, Gordon outlined the new chemical treating method that may end warping and cracking of lumber. This "lJrea" treatment, involving a chemical compound with a urea base, causes the outside of a timber or plank to dry as slowly as the inside, with this evendrying eliminating the cracks and warps, Gordon said.

The chemical compound, which can be applied either by hand or machine, is non-toxic, non-corrosive to tools and nails, and inexpensive. ft soon will also contain a fire-resistant and insect repellant. Gordon declared the treatment has been "I00/o efiective on several Valley construction jobs."

Section F-seasoning and/or Section 8-Size Standards, to fix the maximum moisture content at which minimum American Lumber Standard sizes would apply and what amendment would be appropriate in the public interest."

WHtrREAS, it is clearly indicated in the proposal of the American Lumber Standards that the paramount issue is that of Public Interest. For more than thirty years this industry has served the customer with the "size he bought." Only during World War II and since have the mills departed from this

IHESE OFFICEnS horlcd lhe trerncndourly rucccsrful 1957 convenrion of thc Arizono Retoil lumber & Builderr Supply Asrn. lost month in Phoenix. From left lo righr: Fronk Honey, Phocnix, lrecsurer; ltikc It/lcdigovich, Cotlonwood, president; llorvin Smith, Yumo, vicc-presidenf, who war elecred 1957-58 President ol lhr recenl convonlion, ond Howord Beols, Phoenix, vice-Presidcnl

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SIMPSOII REDWOOD CONPAilY

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U]IIOII TUTBER COilPAilY wllttts historic practice and now West Coast Lumbermen's Association has taken the arbitrary action of setting sizes on their production without consulting other branches of the industry, and

WHEREAS, in Arizona because of high temperatures and low humidity the moisture content of lumber is often reduced to as low as 3/o resulting in shrinkage in thickness of boards of as much as 3/32" and in width of 12" the shrinkage has been as much as l/2" below the recognized A.L.S. Standards;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Arizona Retail Lumber & Builders Supply Association, Inc. that we endorse minimum size standards of lumber and think they should be established at once with sizes built upon scientific data for area use. We strenuously object to careless and reckless establishment of lumber sizes which are neither functional nor practical, and

FURTHER, BE, IT RESOLVED, that we urge our members to so conduct their own buying and selling practices that they will demand that standard items be shipped and that they will be discouraged from acceptingany item that is sub-standard. In this manner we will indicate our sincere interest of the Public need.

May 4,1957

Litchfield Park. Arizona

Resolution State Legislation

WHEREAS, several legislative matters which will directly afiect our industry will be considered at the next session of the State I-egislature, and

WHEREAS, our position on these issues has been stated in the past. We feel that the membership in session should again express their views:

(1.) TAXES

The question has arisen whether to increase various types of taxes now imposed at the state level. We feel'that the same test should be applied to any proposal to increase any tax:

(a.) Is there a proven need for the increase?

(b.) Can the taxpayers afford it?

(. ) Will the tax be applied to the need so that the taxpayer obtains a dollar value out of his tax dollar?

(2.) PRE-EMPTION

The state of Arizona now determines the amount of motor vehicle and sales taxes and the allocation of the tax between the state, counties, and cities. We believe that the state alone should have this power and that the legislature should pre-empt these fields of taxation so as to prevent any possibility of future encroachment and duplication by cities and counties.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Arizona Retail Lumber and Builders Supply Association, Inc. that we advise cur state senators and representatives of our position and commend them for taking the position noted above on the matter of taxes at the last session of the legislature.

May 4,1957

Litchfield Park. Arizona

Resolution

PROPO.SED FREIGHT RATtr INCREASE

WHEREAS, Eastern and Western Railroads now have pending before the I.C.C. a request for an over-all increase in rates of 22%. An interim increase of 7/o to Eastern Railroads and 5/o to Western Railroads has already been granted. Conse(Continued on Page 60)