Frank E'Dalgo oral history interview, May 3, 1988
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Scope and Contents
Interviewed by Les Hough. E’Dalgo discusses his early years growing up on a farm in Monroe County, Georgia. At age 16, E’Dalgo moved to Florida and started in the fruit packing industry. E’Dalgo describes his first involvement in the labor movement in Florida as an organizer of the Fort Pierce Growers Association. His membership in the International Association of Machinists and his position as an organizer for the American Federation of Labor (AFL) are discussed. E’Dalgo recounts his work with Lou Rhodes of AFL and their efforts to organize the Florida citrus growers and canners. E’Dalgo’s work with other union organizations, particularly those in the aircraft industry, are also discussed.
Dates
- Creation: May 3, 1988
Creator
- E'Dalgo, Frank, 1912-2001 (Interviewee, Person)
Restrictions on Access
Available in Reading Room only
Biographical Note
Frank E'Dalgo was first hired by the American Federation of Labor (AFL) as an organizer, coordinating the first citrus plant in Florida. He later joined the IAMAW as Grand Lodge Representative and spent much of his time working with the sugar industry. He started Local Lodge 2152, changed Local Lodge 57 from a Federal Union to the IAMAW, and later worked with District Lodge 166 and the local lodges in Cape Canaveral.
Extent
1 item(s) (transcript (46 pages))
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
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