Papers, 1944-2002.

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Papers, 1944-2002.

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The collection includes correspondence, minutes, reports, legal documents, research and historical materials, articles, clippings and videocassettes that document Miller's career with the MLBPA, and, to a lesser extent, his earlier work for the United Steelworkers of America and in labor-related U.S. government positions. Also included is documentation of the famous Curt Flood Case of 1969, negotiations over baseball revenue with the Topps Chewing Gum Company, and Miller's relationships with colorful figures in baseball management, such as Peter Seitz and Bill Veeck.

10 linear ft. (10 boxes)

New-York Historical Society

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