Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers records, 1917-1980

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Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers records, 1917-1980

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This collection contains correspondence of General Committees of Adjustment of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers representing several railroad companies throughout Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana. Much of the correspondence is between the union and the Pennsylvania Railroad or Penn Central Transportation Company, in some instances documenting the downfall and bankruptcy of the latter. Correspondence regarding different regulations concerning the union and its members are also present. Also included are ballots and agreements between the union and employers.

13.75 linear ft. (11 boxes)

University of Pittsburgh

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University of Pittsburgh

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