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- Description:
- Harvard University doctoral candidate Reverend Colin Bossen delivers a talk entitled, "The Chicago Couriers Union, 2003-2010: A Case Study in Solidarity Unionism." Bossen describes the creation of the courier union in which he participated and documented. He talks about management's actions and the reactions of the couriers; firings, NLRB filings, and grass roots organizing efforts. Bossen explains the couriers' relationship with the I.W.W. and their paid organizer. He also recounts the successes and failures of the efforts as examples of how "solidarity unionism" can improve working conditions for workers. Bossen answers questions from the audience. He is introduced by Michigan State University Professor John P. Beck. Part of the "Our Daily Work/Our Daily Lives" Brown Bag series co-sponsored by the MSU School of Human Resources and Labor Relations and the MSU Museum. Held in the MSU Museum Auditorium.
- Date Issued:
- 2014-03-17T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- 8x10 black and white Packard Co. file photograph of a 1929 Packard three-quarter left front view, top raised, light in color. Inscribed on photo back: Packard 626, speedster eight, sixth series, 8-cylinder, 130-horsepower, 126.5-inch wheelbase, 2/4-person runabout (body type #392), custom built by Packard in then new custom body department, 1941 Illinois license plate #1189-787, Evanston plate #346, note fog/driving lamps, fender mounted mirrors, radio antenna, non standard top, tires, Packard deluxe emblem, radiator grille.
- Notes:
- The original materials from this collection are located in the Special Collections at the Detroit Public Library. Additional items that were not digitized may also be available. and This metadata was created by Wayne State University Library system based on original cataloging by the Detroit Public Library
- Date Issued:
- 1941-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Public Library and Wayne State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- Changing Face of the Auto Industry
- Description:
- 8x10 black and white Packard Co. file photograph of a 1928 Packard three-quarter left front view, parked in front of house, male chauffeur, couple standing at passenger side. Inscribed on photo back: Packard 443, custom eight (produced 7/1/1927-8/1/1928), fourth series eight, 8-cylinder, 106-horsepower, 143-inch wheelbase, 7-person sedan limousine (body type #315), 1928 Illinois license plate #444.
- Notes:
- The original materials from this collection are located in the Special Collections at the Detroit Public Library. Additional items that were not digitized may also be available. and This metadata was created by Wayne State University Library system based on original cataloging by the Detroit Public Library
- Date Issued:
- 1928-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Public Library and Wayne State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- Changing Face of the Auto Industry
- Description:
- 8x10 black and white Packard Co. file photograph of a 1929 Packard left side view, top raised, light in color. Inscribed on photo back: Packard 626, speedster eight, sixth series, 8-cylinder, 130-horsepower, 126.5-inch wheelbase, 2/4-person runabout (body type #392), custom built by Packard in then new custom body department, 1941 Illinois license plate #1189-787, note fender mounted mirrors, radio antenna, non standard top, tires, Packard deluxe emblem, radiator grille.
- Notes:
- The original materials from this collection are located in the Special Collections at the Detroit Public Library. Additional items that were not digitized may also be available. and This metadata was created by Wayne State University Library system based on original cataloging by the Detroit Public Library
- Date Issued:
- 1941-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Public Library and Wayne State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- Changing Face of the Auto Industry
- Description:
- 8x10 black and white Packard Co. file photograph of a 1929 Packard left side view, top raised, light in color. Inscribed on photo back: Packard 626, speedster eight, sixth series, 8-cylinder, 130-horsepower, 126.5-inch wheelbase, 2/4-person runabout (body type #392), custom built by Packard in then new custom body department, 1941 Illinois license plate #1189-787, note fender mounted mirrors, radio antenna, non standard top, tires, Packard deluxe emblem, radiator grille.
- Notes:
- The original materials from this collection are located in the Special Collections at the Detroit Public Library. Additional items that were not digitized may also be available. and This metadata was created by Wayne State University Library system based on original cataloging by the Detroit Public Library
- Date Issued:
- 1941-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Public Library and Wayne State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- Changing Face of the Auto Industry
- Description:
- Harvard University doctoral candidate Reverend Colin Bossen delivers a talk entitled, "The Chicago Couriers Union, 2003-2010: A Case Study in Solidarity Unionism." Bossen describes the creation of the courier union in which he participated and documented. He talks about management's actions and the reactions of the couriers; firings, NLRB filings, and grass roots organizing efforts. Bossen explains the couriers' relationship with the I.W.W. and their paid organizer. He also recounts the successes and failures of the efforts as examples of how "solidarity unionism" can improve working conditions for workers. Bossen answers questions from the audience. He is introduced by Michigan State University Professor John P. Beck. Part of the "Our Daily Work/Our Daily Lives" Brown Bag series co-sponsored by the MSU School of Human Resources and Labor Relations and the MSU Museum. Held in the MSU Museum Auditorium.
- Date Issued:
- 2014-03-17T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- 8x10 black and white Packard Co. file photograph of a 1929 Packard three-quarter left front view, top raised, light in color. Inscribed on photo back: Packard 626, speedster eight, sixth series, 8-cylinder, 130-horsepower, 126.5-inch wheelbase, 2/4-person runabout (body type #392), custom built by Packard in then new custom body department, 1941 Illinois license plate #1189-787, Evanston plate #346, note fog/driving lamps, fender mounted mirrors, radio antenna, non standard top, tires, Packard deluxe emblem, radiator grille.
- Notes:
- The original materials from this collection are located in the Special Collections at the Detroit Public Library. Additional items that were not digitized may also be available. and This metadata was created by Wayne State University Library system based on original cataloging by the Detroit Public Library
- Date Issued:
- 1941-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Public Library and Wayne State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- Changing Face of the Auto Industry
- Description:
- 8x10 black and white Packard Co. file photograph of a 1928 Packard three-quarter left front view, parked in front of house, male chauffeur, couple standing at passenger side. Inscribed on photo back: Packard 443, custom eight (produced 7/1/1927-8/1/1928), fourth series eight, 8-cylinder, 106-horsepower, 143-inch wheelbase, 7-person sedan limousine (body type #315), 1928 Illinois license plate #444.
- Notes:
- The original materials from this collection are located in the Special Collections at the Detroit Public Library. Additional items that were not digitized may also be available. and This metadata was created by Wayne State University Library system based on original cataloging by the Detroit Public Library
- Date Issued:
- 1928-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Public Library and Wayne State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- Changing Face of the Auto Industry