W.J. Usery, Jr. oral history collection [sound recording] 1987, Mar. 16 [Tape 07].

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W.J. Usery, Jr. oral history collection [sound recording] 1987, Mar. 16 [Tape 07].

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Usery continues to discuss the impact of the state hospital's environment on him, plus the current treatment of mental patients and prison inmates, and the need for improvement in this area. Tangentially, Usery mentions his concern for prompt and sufficient response to letters received during his tenure as Secretary of Labor. Usery recalls never envying anyone for their possessions or "blessings", plus he describes neighbors and the closeness of the community. Usery describes cadet life at Georgia Military College and their influences on his future. Discussed later are Usery's involvement with the National Youth Administration's vocational training school, his skills in welding, and work at Mr. Ennis's store. Usery discusses his marriage in 1942 and his wife's family. His parents' responsibilites at home and work, plus the method of dissemination of news throughout the town end the tape.

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W.J. Usery (1923- ), machinist, union official, Assistant Secretary and Secretary of Labor, federal and private mediator, born in Hardwick, Georgia. From the description of W.J. Usery papers, 1940, 1952-1985. (Georgia State University). WorldCat record id: 38477540 W.J. Usery, Jr. (1923- ), machinist, union official, Assistant Secretary and Secretary of Labor, federal and private mediator, born in Hardwick, Georgia. From the description of W.J. Usery, Jr. oral hi...

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