The rejection by the rank and file, of contracts negotiated by union officials with managements, appears to be a serious and growing problem, and stems from a malfunction on disruption of the communications process. (Author/MU)

Empirical analysis of 26 Canadian strikes finds strikes profitable, Industries

The extension of network modeling to library networks provides some interesting twists of the usual models. A general library network is offered, a mathematical statement of the network problem is given, and the solution of the problem is discussed. An example of the use of the model is provided. (Editor/JS)

Summary of kinds of microform materials available and sources, including both publishers and customer services. Lists suppliers, news sources, handbooks, and bibliographies for the field. (JS)

Technical progress in transmission and microreproduction have created a need for drastic revisions in the traditional research library's goal of autonomy in serving the needs of its clientele. Trends toward viewing library collections as segments of a national resource are summarized. (JS)

Argues that labor laws have not contributed to stability in the transportation industries. (BH)

Recommends the selective strike as the best means to resolve railway labor disputes. (BH)

Surveyed 121 Canadian social workers on their attitudes toward strikes. Results showed subjects had little experience with strikes although 80 percent had no objection in principle to striking. Quality of service was a more important strike issue than traditional union concerns such as wages or job security. (Author/JAC)