Papers, 1963-2002.

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Papers, 1963-2002.

This collection contains correspondence, new releases, clippings, and other material, much of which is focused on Spira's efforts targeting Perdue Farms, Inc. (Horsham, Pa.). Also included is biographical material describing the life and activism of Spira as well as a volume compiled by Spira entitled Strategies for activists.

.42 linear ft. (1 document boxes)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7655516

Iowa State University, Parks Library

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Perdue Farms

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Spira, Henry, 1927-

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Henry Spira (born Henri Spira, June 19, 1927–September 12, 1998), was a left-wing activist in the National Maritime Union from 1945-1952, when he was blacklisted, with many others, by the U.S. government from the merchant marine for his political views. From the guide to the Henry Spira: National Maritime Union Rank and File Activism Collection, 1960s-1970s, undated, (Tamiment Library / Wagner Archives) Animal rights advocate and political activist. From the desc...