Graphic Communications International Union Local 527-S (Atlanta, Ga.) records
Collection
Identifier: L2009-12
Scope and Contents of the Records
This collection contains a variety of documentation of the GCIU Local 527-S's activities. Included are assorted contracts, negotiations, agreements, proposals, settlements, union organization, general correspondence, business correspondence, union correspondence, government correspondence, grievances, and arbitrations. Also included is specific documentation of the GCIU's Health and Welfare Benefits program.
Dates
- 1970s-2000s
Creator
Restrictions on Access
Access to materials with personal or sensitive information has been restricted. Consult Special Collections for access to boxes 62-66.
Terms Governing Use and Reproduction
To quote in print, or otherwise reproduce in whole or in part in any publication, including on the Worldwide Web, any material from this collection, the researcher must obtain permission from (1) the owner of the physical property and (2) the holder of the copyright. Persons wishing to quote from this collection should consult the reference archivist to determine copyright holders for information in this collection. Reproduction of any item must contain the complete citation to the original. All requests subject to limitations noted in departmental policies on reproduction.
This collection is stored off-site. Contact archivist in advance to view these materials; 24-hour notice is required.
Historical Note
Graphic Communications International Union (GCIU), Local 527-S (Atlanta, Ga.) was founded in 1946. Originally a local of the International Printing Pressmen and Assistants' Union of North America (IPPAU), it was known as Atlanta Printing Specialties and Paper Products Union, Local 527. Following several mergers of printing industry unions, the GCIU formed in 1983. Since the GCIU's 2005 merger with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, the local has been known as Graphic Communications Conference/Teamsters Local 527-S. Ralph Meers has served as president of Local 527-S for many years.
Extent
82.5 Linear Feet (in 66 boxes)
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
The records of Graphic Communications International Union, Local 527-S (Atlanta, Georgia) document negotiations, contracts and agreements, proposals, settlements, grievances, and arbitrations, 1970s-2000s. The records represent activities throughout the southeast and relations with assorted businesses and government organizations.
Offsite Storage
This collection is stored off-site. Contact archivist in advance to view these materials; 24-hour notice is required.
Acquisition Information
Donated by Ralph Meers on behalf of Graphic Communications Conference/International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Local 527-S, January 11, 2009.
Processing Information
Processed by John Thompson and Christy Atkins at the box level, Spring 2014.
- Atlanta (Ga.)
- Graphic Communications International Union
- International Brotherhood of Teamsters. Graphic Communications Conference
- International Printing Pressmen and Assistants' Union of North America. Printing Specialties and Paper Products Union Local 527 (Atlanta, Ga.)
- Labor union locals
- Meers, Ralph
- Paper industry workers
- Paper industry workers -- Labor unions
- Printers
- Printers -- Labor unions
- Strikes and lockouts -- Printers
Creator
- Title
- Graphic Communications International Union, Local 527-S (Atlanta, Ga.):
- Subtitle
- A Guide to the Records at Georgia State University Library
- Status
- Completed
- Author
- Georgia State University Library
- Date
- Spring 2014
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Revision Statements
- Fall 2014: Finding aid created by John Thompson.
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Repository
Contact:
100 Decatur St., S.E.
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
404-413-2880
404-413-2881 (Fax)
archives@gsu.edu
100 Decatur St., S.E.
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
404-413-2880
404-413-2881 (Fax)
archives@gsu.edu