The papers of Max S. Hayes consist primarily of correspondence. Also included are newspaper clippings, an autograph book, and a typed copy of tributes to Hayes. They span the period 1891-1949 with the bulk period covering 1900-1928. Boxes 1-5 (1891-1949) consist mainly of correspondence. Many of the letters are from Hayes to his wife, Dora, and a few to their daughter Maxine. Also found here are letters to Hayes from numerous friends and associates ; A.M. Simons (editor, The International Socialist Review) Henry L. Slobodin (of the Socialist Labor Party), and others. Box 6 contains newspaper clippings relating to Hayes, a few printed items, and an autograph book. Also included here is a copy (tvpewritten/52 pages) of tributes paid to Hayes at the Fiftieth Anniversary Dinner honoring his founding of the Cleveland Citizen-Cleveland, Ohio, February 1, 1941. The papers relate both to his personal life and to his work. Although many of Hayes' letters are to his wife, Dora, they offer not only a glimpse into his private life, but also into his life-long work in the local and national AFL and in the Socialist movement. For he frequently wrote to his wife ; when away from home ; about his opinions of particular speaking tours, his activities at conventions, or his current ideas and impressions. Correspondence with other persons also relates to his activities in the labor and socialist movements. Socialist sentiments, American Federation of Labor affairs, and interest in the National Labor Party all appear in the letters to Hayes. Also found here are letters that touch on Hayes' civic work. In addition, there are letters to Mrs. Hayes from family and friends, plus a few from her to her husband.
