**Date:** 1967-05-18
**Source:** NAUGATUCK
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Although Naugatuck Chemical plant manager John Evans said Wednesday that the company was “contemplating” shipping from the plant, the scene on the United Rubber Workers Local 218 picket lines remained quiet throughout the day. No shipments were reported. Evans said he had no comment to make following a meeting between management and Local 218 officials Wednesday morning, and cited the agreement with the union that no statements would be issued while negotiations were in progress. Local 218 President Joseph Rzeszutek, who had flown in from Cincinnati Tuesday night, concurred with Evans that no comment would be made. Rzeszutek said that picket teams would not be increased but would continue on the normal, around-the-clock schedule. Negotiations continued in Cincinnati Wednesday, although no word was available concerning the progress of the talks.