Fred Masters Papers

Collection — Container: Small Processed Collections: Li-Ma, Box 10, Folder: 12

Identifier: LP000181

Staff Only

Scope and Content

The collection contains clippings, election materials and other items pertaining to Mr. Masters' career in Local 50.

Dates

1942 - 1945

Creator

Masters, Fred (Person)

Language of Materials

Material entirely in English.

Access

Collection is open for research.

Use

Refer to the Walter P. Reuther Library Rules for Use of Archival Materials.

History

Fred Masters joined Briggs Local 212 of the UAW in 1937. Shortly after Masters was employed by Fords and became a voluntary organizer in the Rouge Plant during the UAW's drive to organize Fords. He served as a picket captain during the Ford Strike of 1941. In 1942 Masters transferred to the Willow Run Bomber Plant. At Willow Run he became active in UAW Local 50, serving it in many offices, including plant chairman.

Extent

.25 Linear Feet (1 folder)

Additional Description

Abstract

Mr. Masters served in several offices for UAW Local 50, which represented the workers at the Willow Run Bomber Plant during World War II. The collection contains mostly materials from Local 50 elections.