Mary Wheeler papers, 1938-1967.

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Mary Wheeler papers, 1938-1967.

Correspondence, reports, memoranda, clippings, and other materials relating to Mary Wheeler's activities as a vice-president of the American Federation of Teachers. Includes material relating to: Charles Cogen. Important subjects covered in the collection are: American Federation of Teachers, Teachers' unions, and Collective bargaining for teachers.

1.5 linear ft. (3 boxes)

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Wayne State University. Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs

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Cogen, Charles, 1903-

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Weil, Oscar A.

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Wheeler, Mary Ann

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Dressmaker, Greenwich Village, New York City. From the description of Account book, 1848-1854. (New York University, Group Batchload). WorldCat record id: 58660408 Vice President of the American Federation of Teachers. From the description of Mary Wheeler papers, 1938-1967. (Wayne State University, Archives of Labor & Urban). WorldCat record id: 32320965 ...

Illinois Federation of Teachers

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American Federation of Teachers. Local 571 (Maywood, Ill.)

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Reese, Arthur L.

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American Federation of Teachers

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Joyce Wheeler was a member of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), a national teachers' labor union founded in 1900. She was particularly active in the United Action Caucus (UAC), a rank and file organization within the AFT. The UAC took stands on various issues within the American educational system, supported progressive politics in general, and campaigned for internal democracy within the AFT. Members of the Communist Party USA are thought to have played an important role in the UAC. Wh...