Frank E'Dalgo papers
Collection
Identifier: L2001-08
The collection consists of correspondence, newspaper clippings and two agreements related to Frank E'Dalgo's work for the International Association of Machinists. Also included are photographs and artifacts.
Dates
- 1969-1997
Restrictions on Access
Unrestricted access.
Terms Governing Use and Reproduction
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Extent
2.5 Linear Feet (in 3 boxes)
Abstract:
Frank E'Dalgo (1912-2001) was a union organizer and leader for the AFL and the IAMAW. His papers consist of correspondence, newspaper clippings and two agreements related to his work for the International Association of Machinists.
Biography of Frank E'Dalgo
Frank E'Dalgo started working in Florida as an orange picker and crater during the season and return to Georgia to work on his father's farm. He graduated from High School and left home to follow migrant workers from Florida to Maine. Later, the AFL (American Federation of Labor) hired him as an organizer, where he organized the first citrus plant in Florida.
E'Dalgo then joined the IAMAW as a Grand Lodge Representative. He spent most of his time, at first, in the sugar industry. He started Local Lodge 2152 and changed Local Lodge 57 from a Federal Union to the IAMAW, and later worked with District Lodge 166, Cape Canaveral and its local lodges. On January 14, 2001, Frank E'Dalgo passed away.
E'Dalgo then joined the IAMAW as a Grand Lodge Representative. He spent most of his time, at first, in the sugar industry. He started Local Lodge 2152 and changed Local Lodge 57 from a Federal Union to the IAMAW, and later worked with District Lodge 166, Cape Canaveral and its local lodges. On January 14, 2001, Frank E'Dalgo passed away.
Acquisition Information
Donated by W. J. Usery, Jr., May 2001.
Processing Information
Inventoried by Special Collections Staff. EAD created by Pam Hackbart-Dean, October 2001. EAD edited by William Hardesty, 2006.
- Title
- Frank E'Dalgo:
- Subtitle
- A Guide to His Papers at Georgia State University Library
- Status
- completed
- Author
- Georgia State University Library
- Date
- October 2001
- Language of description
- English
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