Hoffman, Tony (Organizer, Hoquiam, Washington)
Scope and Contents
The letters in this collection deal primarily with Brais's efforts to convince the Journeymen Tailors Union of America to join with the Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America. There is also some documentation of his work to organize tailors in the major garment industry centers in the United States and Canada. Important correspondents include Sidney Hillman and Frank Rosenblum.
Dates
- 1914-1980
- 1920-1950 (bulk)
Creator
- From the Collection: Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America (creator, Organization)
Language of Materials
Collection material in English
Conditions Governing Access
Access to some portions of the collection is restricted; contact Kheel Center reference archivist for further details.
Conditions Governing Access
ACWA/ACTWU Records, except for publications and materials produced for publication, are restricted. Materials created prior to twenty years from the current date are open to researchers only with prior written permission from the Director of the Kheel Center; materials created during the past twenty-years are closed.
Extent
208.33 cubic feet
Repository Details
Part of the Kheel Center for Labor-Management Documentation & Archives Repository