Bernard and Jewel Bellush papers, 1947-2002 (bulk 1960-1990).

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Bernard and Jewel Bellush papers, 1947-2002 (bulk 1960-1990).

The first six series, I, Early History-General Files, 1952-1981; II, Political Action, 1963-1981; III, Hospital Division and Education Department, 1956-1982; IV, New York City Fiscal Crisis, 1961-1981; V, Interview and AFSCME Local Files, 1948-1984; and VI, Chapter Drafts, undated, consists of files assembled by the Bellushes during their work on Union Power. The files contain correspondence, background files, interview transcripts, flyers, notes and drafts for the book. Series VII, Unprocessed Political and General Files, 1947-2002, is comprised of files on Americans for Democratic Action, the Socialist Party, the New York Labor History Association and many other organizations in which Bernard Bellush was active or took an interest. It also includes topical files on many political and sociological issues, files on notable individuals in politics and labor, and files of personal and biographical material.

20 linear feet (20 boxes).

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SNAC Resource ID: 7583992

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