Small Processed Collections: O-R, Box 12
Container
Contains 13 Collections and/or Records:
Henry J. Pfaff Papers
Collection — Container: Small Processed Collections: O-R, Box 12, Folder: 3
Identifier: LP000672
Abstract
Henry Pfaff was an immigrant laborer in the rubber industry in the second decade of the 20th century. His papers convey his reminisces about this time in his life, including his abortive unionizing efforts, the IWW, and various strikes. They include commentary on various economic and political philosophies and their impact on society and the working class.
Found in:
Walter P. Reuther Library
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Henry J. Pfaff Papers
Norman E. Philleo Papers
Collection — Container: Small Processed Collections: O-R, Box 12, Folder: 4
Identifier: LP000349
Abstract
Norman Philleo server for a period as Clerk of the House of Representatives of the Michigan legislature. His papers consist of a membership application for the Knights of Labor, one of the most important American labor organizations in the 19th century.
Found in:
Walter P. Reuther Library
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Norman E. Philleo Papers
Sophia Radlow Papers
Collection — Container: Small Processed Collections: O-R, Box 12, Folder: 7
Identifier: LP000764
Abstract
Contains Walter Reuther’s physical therapist’s correspondence.
Found in:
Walter P. Reuther Library
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Sophia Radlow Papers
Esther H. Read Papers
Collection — Container: Small Processed Collections: O-R, Box 12, Folder: 8
Identifier: LP001307
Abstract
Esther Read served as a faculty member of the Wayne State University College of Nursing. Ms. Read’s papers consist of clippings related to the work of automotive enthusiast and historian, Hayden Shepley, regarding early automobile history in Essex County, Massachusetts.
Found in:
Walter P. Reuther Library
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Esther H. Read Papers
Robert Repas Papers
Collection — Container: Small Processed Collections: O-R, Box 12, Folder: 9-11
Identifier: LP000731
Abstract
Robert Repas was a professor in the School of Labor and Industrial Relations, Michigan State University, Lansing. Mr. Repas’ papers relate to the affairs of the National Recovery Administration (NRA) and the National Food and Grocery Distribution Code Authority of the NRA.
Found in:
Walter P. Reuther Library
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Robert Repas Papers
Victor Reuther Papers
Collection — Container: Small Processed Collections: O-R, Box 12, Folder: 12
Identifier: LP000002
Abstract
Correspondence, speeches, and clippings related to organizing auto workers in Indiana and to personnel changes in the UAW, preserved by Mr. Reuther, who was active in organizing auto workers in Detroit and Flint (1936-37). He was UAW director of organization for Indiana (1937); organizer and officer of Detroit West Side Local 174; assistant director of the UAW's War Policy Division; member of the War Manpower Commission and the War Production Board; UAW director of education (1946-51); and...
Found in:
Walter P. Reuther Library
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Victor Reuther Papers
Harry Riseman Papers
Collection — Container: Small Processed Collections: O-R, Box 12, Folder: 13
Identifier: LP001076
Abstract
Attorney Harry Riseman was active in various socialist and labor organizations, including the Detroit Labor College, the Socialist Party of Wayne County, Michigan, and the Michigan Old-Age Pension League. Mr. Riseman’s papers primarily concern the issue of pensions for senior citizens, and also include materials related to socialist labor organizations in Detroit.
Found in:
Walter P. Reuther Library
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Harry Riseman Papers
Francis O'Rourke Diary
Collection — Container: Small Processed Collections: O-R, Box 12, Folder: 1
Identifier: LP000518
Abstract
Mr. O'Rourke participated in the sit-down at the Fisher Body Plant 2 in Flint, Michigan. His diary notes cover the entire period of the strike from December 30, 1936 to February 11, 1937. The seventeen pages consist of short entries for each day of that strike.
Found in:
Walter P. Reuther Library
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Francis O'Rourke Diary
Jana Pellusch Papers
Collection — Container: Small Processed Collections: O-R, Box 12, Folder: 2
Identifier: LP000776
Abstract
Jana Pellusch was a delegate to the second national convention of the Coalition of Labor Union Women held in Detroit in 1975. Her papers consist of personal comments and clippings from The Militant regarding the convention.
Found in:
Walter P. Reuther Library
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Jana Pellusch Papers
Ethel Polk Papers
Collection — Container: Small Processed Collections: O-R, Box 12, Folder: 5
Identifier: LP001488
Abstract
Ethel Polk worked as a secretary for the United Auto Workers - Works Progress Administration, Welfare Department in Detroit. Her papers consist of department records from her tenure there.
Found in:
Walter P. Reuther Library
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Ethel Polk Papers
Quarry Workers International Union of North America Records
Collection — Container: Small Processed Collections: O-R, Box 12, Folder: 6
Identifier: LR001338
Abstract
Contains the Lanesville, Mass. Branch #81 ledger.
Elaine Rogan and Tor Cedervall Papers
Collection — Container: Small Processed Collections: O-R, Box 12, Folder: 15
Identifier: LP000200
Abstract
The Rogan-Cedarvall papers consist mainly of clippings pertaining to Mr. Cedervall's activities on behalf of the IWW in Cleveland, Ohio.
Barry Roderick Papers
Collection — Container: Small Processed Collections: O-R, Box 12, Folder: 14
Identifier: LP001333
Abstract
The papers of historian and collector Barry Roderick relate to left-wing political activities in Alaska. The folder of materials is predominantly flyers announcing events, including those sponsored by the Juneau-Douglas Industrial Workers of the World (IWW) and the Juneau Third World Perspective.
Found in:
Walter P. Reuther Library
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Barry Roderick Papers