SYSTEM FEDERATION NO. 109, RAILWAY EMPLOYES'
DEPARTMENT, A. F. of L. (Firemen & Oilers)
DISPUTE: CLAIM OF EMPLOYES: 1. That under the current agreement the carrier improperly reduced the rate of pay of Coal Dock Operator George L. Bennett on and since November 1, 1948.
2. That accordingly the carrier be ordered to restore the proper higher rate to the position and compensate the aforesaid claimant the difference between the higher rate established and that which he now receives, retroactive to the aforementioned date.
STATEMENT: The above question was submitted to the Second Division of the National Railroad Adjustment Board by the above referred to organization in ex parte form, and the Division is now in receipt of request from the employes that the case be withdrawn.