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Federal mediator to join talks

Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2002 | 9:41 a.m.

SAN FRANCISCO -- A labor dispute between dockworkers and shipping lines dragged into today, leaving containers stationary from Vancouver to San Diego and cargo ships brimming with car parts, produce and other goods anchored offshore.

Both sides returned to the bargaining table Monday, with the promise of a federal mediator to join today. The labor crisis comes as importers scramble to bring in merchandise for the holiday shopping season.

The two sides are at odds over pensions and other benefits, as well as cargo-handling technology that the International Longshore and Warehouse Union fears would eliminate jobs.

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