American Federation of Teachers Local 716 records, 1946-1988.

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American Federation of Teachers Local 716 records, 1946-1988.

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Collection contains 21 years of general and executive meeting minutes and monthly treasurers' reports. Includes some correspondence, news clippings, and pamphlets. Material covers teaching issues, working conditions, and the political and service activities of the union. Publications removed to the library.

0.4 linear ft. (1 archives boxes)

Iowa State Historical Society

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SNAC Resource ID: 7572088

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