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McCarthy, Justin – Worklife, 1976
Biographical sketch of John L. Lewis, with emphasis on his rise and performance as a great labor leader and organizer of the Committee for Industrial Organization (CIO). (SH)
Descriptors: American History, Labor Conditions, Labor Legislation, Labor Problems
Baker, B. Kimball – Worklife, 1976
The period of the Great Depression is described; events and persons responsible for early formation and strengthening of labor organizations are cited. (SH)
Descriptors: American History, Federal Programs, Improvement Programs, Labor Legislation
Baker, Kimball B. – Worklife, 1976
An interagency system, geared to improve and create jobs for farm workers in Fresno County, California, is described. Key parts of the system include short training courses for workers, teacher training for bilingual agricultural specialists, and labor management workshops for employers. (Author/MS)
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Agricultural Laborers, Bilingual Teachers, Career Ladders