John Sugg collection

Collection

Identifier: L2005-14

Staff Only

Scope and Content of the Collection

The John Sugg collection consists of video cassette tapes (VHS) on Eastern Air Lines, employee services, and broadcasts on pertinent topics for workers of the time.

Dates

1985-1991

Creator

Sugg, John (Person)

Restrictions on Access

Collection is open for research use. Researchers must view dubbed copies of the originals.

Terms Governing Use and Reproduction

Georgia State University is the owner of the physical collection and makes reproductions available for research, subject to the copyright law of the United States and item condition. Georgia State University may or may not own the rights to materials in the collection. It is the researcher's responsibility to verify copyright ownership and obtain permission from the copyright holder before publication, reproduction, or display of the materials beyond what is reasonable under copyright law. Researchers may quote selections from the collection under the fair use provision of copyright law.

Biography of John Sugg

John "Buddy" Sugg worked as a union machinist at Eastern Air Lines in the 1980s and was a member of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM). During his time at Eastern, Sugg led the Contracting-in Committee, which ensured that Eastern repaired its own equipment, and the Efficiency Credit Teams, which investigated ways to boost productivity and minimize cost. After leaving Eastern Air Lines, Sugg continued to be active in promoting unions and employee strengthening programs.

Extent

0.42 Linear Feet (in 1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract:

John "Buddy" Sugg worked as a union machinist at Eastern Air Lines in the 1980s and was a member of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW). The John Sugg collection consists of video cassette tapes (VHS) on Eastern Air Lines, employee services, and broadcasts on pertinent topics for workers of the time.

Acquisition Information

Donated by John Sugg, summer 2005.

Online Availability:

This collection has been digitized and is available at Georgia State University Digital Collections. See individual items for links to the digital items.