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Chinese Garment Workers Gather to Discuss Working Conditions

Article. Chinese women garment workers gathered at a conference at the Chinese Information Center to discuss the problems of discrimination and the poor working conditions.

Garment Workers Reject

News article. The union United Garment Workers rejected a contract proposal causing the contract with Pacific Northwest Apparel Manufacturers Association to extend until June 8.

Garment Workers Get New Offer

News article. The union United Garment Workers were given a new offer three-year offer after twice rejecting contract offers.

Local Garment Workers OK Apparel Firms' 3-Year Pact

News article. The United Garment Workers accepted a three-year proposal from apparel manufacturers.

Strike Put Off - for Awhile

News article. A strike against nine clothing manufacturers In Seattle has been put off for awhile.

Talks Set on Pact for Garment Union

News article. The United Garment Workers and the Pacific Northwest Apparel Manufacturers Association will resume negotiations.

Tentative Pact for Garment Workers

News article. A tentative pact was reached with the Pacific Northwest Apparel Manufacturers Association, and a strike was averted.

Garment Strike is Averted

News article. The first Seattle garment workers strike was averted after a tentative pact was reached.

Garment Workers Give OK for Area Strike

News article. The United Garment Workes union have rejected a contract proposal from Pacific Northwest Apparel Manufacturers Association and authorized a strike.

Legal Maneuver Cited in Firm's Bankruptcy

Farwest Garment, Inc. is in a heatlhy financial condition despite its recent filing for bankruptcy.