Papers of Fred Wright, 1953-1986.

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Papers of Fred Wright, 1953-1986.

This record group contains a variety of cartoons and layouts designed by Fred Wright. Included are original drawings for the UE News and other UE publications at the national, district, and local levels. Also present are publication plates, which are page layouts for UE pamphlets, books, and multi-panel cartoons. There are many cartoon proofs which have been arranged by topic, such as automation, other unions, and red baiting. Scrapbooks of Wright's cartoons are arranged chronologically. Correspondence includes letters from foreign publishers and other labor unions that used Wright's cartoons, as well as materials from a Fred Wright memorial and obituaries.

72.75 linear ft. (42 boxes)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7327997

University of Pittsburgh

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