**Date:** 6-9-67
**Source:** Unknown
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A very reliable source told the NEWS this morning that the strike could be settled over the weekend; and, if not, by the middle of next week. Matters seem to be coming to a head with both management and union making proposals. Our source also informed us that under a three year contract offered by the company, pension payments, both for new and retired employees would be increased to $4.75 a month per year of service (not $5.25 a month as was stated yesterday). This would be an increase of $1.50 from the present $3.25. The United Rubber Workers Union will cut their striker’s Please turn to Page 10