Collection: Thomas A. Hendricks Papers

The papers of Mr. Hendricks consist primarily of clippings, fliers and handbills, and correspondence reflecting his work as an organizer for the UAW, and especially his work in organizing the International Harvester plants in Evansville, Indiana in 1946, and in East Moline, Illinois in 1949.

Contents: 1. Clippings, 1949 2. Correspondence, 1942-1967 3-4. Flyers, handbills, 1943-1960 5. T. Hendricks memoirs, 1903-1946 6. Notebooks (clippings), 1940-1949 7. Pamphlet, 1967 8. UAW-CIO: Anniversary Journal, 1952 9. UAW-CIO: Convention (clippings), 1947 10. UAW-Olivet Farm Equipment Co., Agreement, Feb 1942

Dates

1940 - 1981
Majority of material found within 1940 - 1949

Creator

Hendricks, Thomas A. (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.

Extent

.25 Linear Feet (1 MB)

Additional Description

Abstract

Thomas Hendricks was an organizer for the United Auto Workers, primarily in Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana plants. His papers reflect his organizing work, in particular Indiana and Illinois plants in the 1940s.

History

Thomas A. Hendricks was born August 19, 1903 and spent his early years in Missouri. In February of 1930 he took a job in the Fisher Body Plant in Flint, Michigan and later was elected chief steward in the plant. In 1941 he became an international representative for the UAW and for the next 25 years worked in organizing plants primarily in Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana. Mr. Hendricks retired from the UAW International staff in May of 1967.

Arrangement

Folders are arranged alphabetically.

Acquisition

The papers of Thomas A. Hendricks were placed by him in the Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs in August of 1987 and were opened for research in August of 1991.