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This recording consist of a speech by National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) Vice President Louis Gastellum to the Washington State NFFE 25th Annual Convention. Gastellum emphasizes the need for members and administrators to work cooperatively rather than against each other and the need for good public relations with the press and general public.

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In this recording, Luis Gastellum discusses the necessity and benefits of organizing including legislative influence. He credits good public relations for the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE)'s advancement. He also shares a personal story that highlights the organizations use of media to connect to the local community.

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This recording is an adress of National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) President Michael E. Markwood for a meeting of California NFFE locals. Markwood addresses the value of the NFFE, the work it is doing in Washington, and the importance of encourage nonmembers to join the union.

Scope and Contents of the Sound Recording In this recording, Alaska Territory Delegate to Congress Bob Bartlett and National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) President Michael E. Markwood discuss the recent addition of federal employees in Alaska to the competitive civil service merit system. They discuss the issue of compensation and that the cost of living allowance does not account for the conditions in Alaska, as well as retirement, classification, and health insurance. Markwood discusses the growth of the NFFE in Alaska...

Scope and Contents of the Sound Recording In this recording, the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) local 1023 President James W. "Jim" White asks questions in an open, taped letter to NFFE President Luther Steward about challenges for federal employees in Guam. Issues include post differential, disability insurance, rising housing and food costs, difficulty of taking leave in the States, and contract disputes. White proposes training Guamanians through a mechanic apprentice program over hiring Filipino contract...

Scope and Contents of the Sound Recording In this recording, the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) local 1023 President James W. "Jim" White documents for the national organization the complaints of union members working in the civil service with the U. S. Navy in Guam. White outlines a list of labor complaints and the local's attempts to communicate the complaints to the Department of Defense and Congress. A major issue is that the Navy is hiring Filipino contract employees instead of American union members for some...

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This audio is a transcript of a disciplinary hearing regarding Miss Evelyn Ginsburg, who is being accused of unexcused tardiness. The management representative, Mr. Young, presents evidence of Miss Ginsburg's tardiness record and argues for a three-day suspension. The employee representatives question Mr. Young's handling of the situation and raise concerns about the morale of the department. They also discuss the process of reporting and addressing tardiness within the department.

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This recording consists of an address by John Macy, chairman of the U.S. Civil Service Commission, on the twentieth anniversary of the service. Macy focuses on the area of public employee management relations and of how federal employee unions and the federal government have worked together to improve employee pay and benefits.

Scope and Contents of Panel Discussion A This recording is the first half of a panel discussion led by John Macy, Chairman of the U.S. Civil Service Commission, and featuring Jim Reynolds, Assistant Secretary of Labor; Roy Hallbeck, President of the United Federation of Postal Clerks; John Greiner, President of the American Federation of Government Employees; Richard Beaumont, Deputy Undersecretary of the Navy; Vern Gill, Civil Service Commission; Eli Rock, labor arbitrator; and Bill Abner, American Arbitration Administration. This...

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In his recording, Vaux Owen discusses the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) legislation sponsorships such as the NFFE Bill. He also expands on the current objectives of NFFE and the efforts of NFFE in the 40 years since its founding.

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In this recording, Vaux Owen addressed the members of the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFEE) at the organizations 40th anniversary event. He recalls the opposition to the organizations founding and reminisces on its legacy.

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In this recording, Vaux Owen discusses the characteristics and objectives of the National Federation for Federal Employees (NFFE), affirming the organization as non-partisan and independent from other national and international labor organizations. He also discusses the benefits of membership and welcomes new members to join.

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This recording consist of an address from the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) dispelling myths about federal employment by NFFE President Luther Corwin Steward. Steward explains the need to improve salaries and conditions in order to hold onto high-quality federal employees who often leave for better paying private jobs. Steward works to undo common misconceptions about pay, vacation time, sick leave, pensions, and the alleged difficulties of firing federal employees.

Scope and Content of the Subseries From the Sub-Series: This subseries contains phonograph records, reel to reel audiotapes and motion picture tapes of speeches and convention proceedings at the national level. It also contains videotapes of National Federation of Federal Employees activities, such as Lobby Week, conventions, television appearances, and in-house training productions. Access is restricted for reel to reel tapes and all of the motion picture reels. A user copy of the song, Flag of Mine, the official...

Scope and Content of the Subseries From the Sub-Series: This subseries contains phonograph records, reel to reel audiotapes and motion picture tapes of speeches and convention proceedings at the national level. It also contains videotapes of National Federation of Federal Employees activities, such as Lobby Week, conventions, television appearances, and in-house training productions. Access is restricted for reel to reel tapes and all of the motion picture reels. A user copy of the song, Flag of Mine, the official...

Scope and Contents of the Sound Recording Recording of the 3rd Stage of a grievance hearing for Ella L. Whittenberg regarding her employment classification, compensation, and duties with the United States Naval Ammunition Distribution Control and Administrative Division. In this recording, Ms. Whittenberg challenges the committee members hearing her grievance, outlines her grievances and the circumstances of her employment, beginning in 1951, and discusses the process underwent to file said grievances regarding her responsibilities...

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Recording of 3rd Stage of a grievance hearing for Ella L. Whittenberg regarding her employment classification, compensation, and duties with the United States Naval Ammunition Distribution Control and Administrative Division. In this recording, Clifton Boyne gives testimony regarding his duties at the Naval Magazine as they overlapped with Ms. Whittenberg’s duties and the hearing committee discusses further logistics of ammunition storage and personnel. Reel 2 of 3.

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Recording of 3rd Stage of a grievance hearing for Ella L. Whittenberg regarding her employment classification, compensation, and duties with the United States Naval Ammunition Distribution Control and Administrative Division. In this recording, Whittenberg speaks to the committee about how her first and seconds were handled and how the chain of command was not properly executed during the hearing of her grievances. Reel 3 of 3.

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Reel 1 of 2 of a recording of the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) detailing the history of the civil service in the late 19th century and the creation of the National Federation of Federal Employees in 1917. This recording details the NFFE's work to establish a retirement system for the civil service less than 3 years after its establishment and NFFE's efforts to establish pay equity and overtime compensation.

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Reel 2 of 2 of a recording of the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) continues the history of the NFFE and how it worked to improve conditions for civil servants and to develop the field of personnel management. The NFFE worked to implement retirement pensions, overtime pay, and the 5-day work week.