Frank Roney papers, 1870-1917 (bulk 1878-1886).

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Frank Roney papers, 1870-1917 (bulk 1878-1886).

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Contains materials given by Frank Roney to Ira B. Cross to complete his book, "History of the Labor Movement in California," including correspondence, writings, materials relating to Roney's activities with labor organizations in San Francisco, clippings and ephemera. Writings include Roney's diary when he first arrived in San Francisco, the manuscript of his autobiography, "Frank Roney: Irish Rebel and California Labor Leader," and drafts and articles about the labor movement including anti-Chinese sentiment.

2 boxes (.8 linear ft.)

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SNAC Resource ID: 8299240

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Cross, Ira B. (Ira Brown), 1880-

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Biography Ira Brown Cross, a descendant of William Bradford and John and Priscilla Alden of the Plymouth Colony, was born December 1, 1880 in Decatur, Illinois. He received his A.B. and M.A. degrees from the University of Wisconsin, and while a student there became a member of the Socialist Party. In 1904 he served as the Assistant Secretary of the National Convention of the Socialist Party in Chicago. Cross received his Ph.D. from Stanford U...