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Soulé News
VOLUME 2 NUMBER 1 JANUARY, 1964
Christmas Parties Gather Employees Together
Again this year, the traditional Soulé Christmas parties brought employees together in the spirit of fellowship to remember the reasons we celebrate Christmas. Parties were held in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Dominguez, Phoenix, Portland and Seattle.
At San Francisco, Edward L. Soulé, founder and Chairman of the Board, joined in a program which featured Reverend Wayne Walker, guest speaker, Paul Sentman, soloist, and William Phillips, accompanist. George Ford, vice president and purchasing director, directed the Soulé choral group in several carols and led the entire assemblage in group singing.
City of Hope Speaker
Employees at both the Dominguez Mill and the Los Angeles Plant were privileged to hear a talk by Dr. Ralph Byron, Chief Surgeon at the City of Hope in Los Angeles. Dr. Byron was joined in the program by his lovely wife Dorothy who presented several vocal selections. Frank Kleman of the personnel department directed the Soulé choral group and acted as master of ceremonies again this year. President Lee Soulé and Vice President Bill Tedford represented Soulé management.
*Photo: At top of page Mr. Edu. L. Soulé brings Christmas greetings to San Francisco employees. In the next photo, Frank Kleman leads chorus and assembly in Christmas carols at Los Angeles, and in the third photo, Dr. Ralph Byron, Chief Surgeon of the City of Hope, addresses Los Angeles Mill and Fab Shop employees.*
Buffet Luncheons Held
In the Northwest, informal luncheons were held for employees on Friday, December 20. Executive Vice President Stan Soulé gave a brief Christmas address and joined in the celebrations at both the Portland and Seattle offices. Luncheons were served buffet-style. At Phoenix, Harry Lang and his associates also gathered together for an informal pre-Christmas luncheon.
These Christmas parties have become an important part of Soulé, for they provide management and employees with the opportunity to share in the true spirit of Christmas and to rededicate themselves to the job ahead.
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From the President
Safety First in '64
Each January, most of us make a number of "New Year's Resolutions." After the rich foods of the holiday season, many of us resolve to watch our weight a little more carefully. Others lay plans to repair the house or be more active in community affairs. Whatever the resolutions, however, all of us make them with the hope that they will bring to us and our families a happier and more rewarding life during the new year.
Before the time to make such resolutions passes, I hope each of you will add to your list, if it isn't already there, the resolution to make 1964 a safer year for you and your family. I can think of no greater tragedy for a family than to have the husband killed or injured or to have a wife or child hurt at home. I know none of you want these things to happen, but to prevent them, we must be safety-conscious at all times.
In 1963, our safety record *improved due to your personal interest and an intensified company program. We* thank you for helping to make Soulé Steel Company a safer place to work. *We still have a long way to go* in 1964 to improve our record *and we are looking forward to your support.* Let's make 1964 the safest year in Soulé history.
Edward Lee Soulé, Jr.
*Edward Lee Soulé, Jr.*
*Photo: President Lee Soulé, center, with guest speaker Dr. Ralph Byron, and Dorothy Byron, soloist, at L. A. Plant.*
Eschenauer, Selig Start 41st Year
Shown above congratulating each other are Eddie Eschenauer and Syl Selig of San Francisco. Both Eddie and Syl came to work for Soulé in 1923 and now, in 1964, will be starting on their respective forty-first years of employment.
Eddie, left, is foreman in the 700 Series, aluminum sash manufacturing operation. Syl, who has worked in both plant and office during his 40 years, is a purchasing agent.
As you can see by the picture, both are healthy, happy and looking forward to the newsletter issue in 1968 when we print their picture celebrating 45 years with Soulé.
Pete Molinari New Operations Manager
Peter E. "Pete" Molinari has been appointed operations manager of the Architectural Products Division, it was announced recently by Kenneth W. Archer, general manager of that division. In this capacity, Pete will be responsible for the execution of job contracts and supervision of detailing, production and field operations.
Pete came to Soulé in 1952 as a design engineer in the plant engineering section. He has held various supervisory positions both in engineering and production, and most recently has served as assistant to Vice President-Manufacturing, Bud Williamson.
During his years with Soulé Pete's family has grown also, and now he and his wife, Peggy, count four heads around the dinner table, Peter John 7, Steven 6, Mark 5, and Diane 3.
*Photo: Pete Molinari*
*Photo: Eschenauer and Selig—milestone reached.*
Al Schurner Named SF Plant Manager
C. C. Williamson, Vice President, Manufacturing, has announced the appointment of Alwin "Al" Schurner as San Francisco Plant Manager. In his new position, Al will be responsible for all production and service operations in the San Francisco plant, with the exception of reinforcing steel fabrication.
Al will complete 30 years of service with Soulé during 1964, and during those years has held a number of supervisory positions. He is particularly experienced in the manufacture of architectural products.
Al and his wife, Gertrude, have two grown daughters Clara and Trudi, both of whom live in the Bay Area.
*Photo: Al Schurner*
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MORE CHRISTMAS PICTURES
*Photo: Employees of the San Francisco plant during the recent Christmas party, at which Reverend Wayne Walker was the speaker.*
*Photo: In photo above, Stanley Soulé celebrates Christmas at Portland with Ray Reissner, Jay Morris and Dick Lewis.*
*Photo: Dick Lewis and Portland associates at Christmas buffet table.*
*Photo: George Ford, Vice President and Purchasing Director, leading Soulé chorus at San Francisco Christmas party.*
Lew Rivera Retires-Joined Soulé 1924
Lewis P. Rivera, working foreman in the Architectural Products Division in San Francisco, retired on December 27, 1963, ending nearly 40 years of service with Soulé.
Lew Rivera went to work for the U. S. Metal Products Company in 1924. When Soulé entered the metal window and door field by acquiring U. S. Metal Products in 1930, he became a member of the Soulé team.
Through the years, Lew has served Soulé loyally and well, both in the plant and in the office where his plant experience was of great value in the shop order department.
*Photo: Lew Rivera*
*Photo: Christmas celebrants, Portland, are, left to right, Peggy Alexander, Ray Reissner, Doris Bowman, Dorothy Lake, Alice Glennon and Dolores Bedgood.*
*Photo: Guest speaker at LA Plant, during Christmas party was Dr. Ralph Byron, Chief Surgeon, City of Hope, Los Angeles.*
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SAFETY WINNER STILL IN DOUBT
Only one month to go, and still no location has clinched the safety championship for 1963. Through November, Phoenix is leading with a .997 combined average, closely followed by Los Angeles at .995, San Francisco at .994 and the Dominguez Mill and L. A. Rebar at .993.
In case you are wondering, the overall championship will be awarded the location with the best combined plant and field average. At Dominguez, the Mill and Fab Shop combine as a team.
Each of the four contenders listed above could capture the title with a perfect December record. If all have a perfect record, it appears Phoenix will be the victor, although even that isn't certain due to the differences in the number of employees at each location.
The final results will be announced next month, and in March we hope to have pictures of the winners along with their prizes.
Whatever the final result, all locations have done a good job this year in keeping Sad Sam from setting any accident records. We all know we can do better, and, in 1964, I hope all six teams will be battling for the championship with averages around .999.
STEEL STRUCTURES HAS NEW DEALERS
C. B. Alford, general manager of the Steel Structures Division, has announced the addition of four new Soulé dealers. They are:
Stace Construction Company of Greenfield, Calif.
Hawaii Welding Company, Ltd. of Honolulu.
Republic Construction Company of Lodi, Calif.
Wayne E. Troxell of Ventura, Calif.
We welcome these firms into the growing family of Soulé dealers and look forward to a long and happy association.
Ray Moses Catches The Big Ones
When Ray Moses, maintenance superintendent at the Dominguez Rolling Mills, decides to go fishing he settles for nothing less than the giant-sized "minnow" shown above.
Ray, who does his fishing weekends, caught this 135 pound Marlin off the San Diego coast recently, and took one hour and fifteen minutes to land him, using medium-weight tackle.
SAD SAM
SAFETY STANDINGS NOVEMBER 1963
Plant League
| | Batting Average | |---|---| | L. A. Rebar | 1.000 | | Portland | 1.000 | | Phoenix | 1.000 | | Seattle | 1.000 | | San Francisco | .992 | | Los Angeles | .992 |
Field League
| | Batting Average | |---|---| | No. California | 1.000 | | Phoenix | 1.000 | | Seattle | 1.000 | | So. California | .997 | | Mill | .992 | | Portland | .940 |
SEASON STANDINGS
Plant League
| | Batting Average | |---|---| | Phoenix | 1.000 | | Seattle | 1.000 | | Los Angeles | .999 | | L. A. Rebar | .996 | | San Francisco | .995 | | Portland | .982 |
Field League
| | Batting Average | |---|---| | Phoenix | .995 | | So. California | .993 | | No. California | .992 | | Mill | .991 | | Seattle | .988 | | Portland | .977 |
Soulé News
Published monthly by and for the employees of Soulé Steel Co.
Editor—Douglas Gordon
Associate Editors
Dominguez—Frank Kleman Fresno—Jo Davis Los Angeles—Don Garner Phoenix—Furman Davis Portland—Dolores Bedgood Salt Lake—Andree George San Diego—Esther Longnecker Seattle—Dee Henderson