So Spooner was making $25k a month, or $300k a year to grind a pedestal.

He wanted a raise to $38k a month. Holy hell thats 50% increase!!! and HE'S the one that is getting the rough end of the contract negotiations?

http://www.wsj.com/articles/a-sailors-salary-300-000-if-he-works-for-larry-ellison-1426013584