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Contains 16 Results:
Agnes Sipavis, interviewed by Valerie Quinney, November 2, 1989
Sipavis discusses office work as well as the social life and activities of the people in the accounts payable office during the War.[abstract and tape, 80 min., interview by her husband at OH 6.5]
Ward Miller, interviewed by Jim Binder, November 21, 1989
He discusses Wurlitzer from middle management viewpoint, as a foreman in the aircraft department, and later as an inspector. Production methods are also described. [abstract and tape, 50 min]
Emil Miller, interviewed by Jim Binder, November 22, 1989
Miller oversaw plant operations, except for the proximity fuse. He also discusses production methods. [abstract and tape, 40 minutes]
Clifford Anderson, interviewed by John Roberts, November 9, 1989
At Wurlitzer from 1935 until 1981, Anderson tells of his musical background and the inventions he patented which improved production of Wurlitzer musical instruments, and for the war effort. He also gives insights into social life and wartime attitudes.[abstract and 2 tapes, 135 minutes]
Hazel Duffy, interviewed by Kelly Crimmins, November 24, 1989
Before the war Duffy worked as a tone regulator, and in the mailroom, during the war she was in the blueprint department. She also discusses the raise in wartime wages, and the 1942 strike. [abstract and tape, 60 minutes]
Lou and Bill Hathaway, interviewed by Kelly Crimmins, November 16, 1989
Lou worked in the piano and accordion departments before the war, but during the war she made army cots. Bill worked at Wurlitzer before and after serving in WW II. Both Lou and Bill discuss company sponsored activities and security methods. [abstract and tape, 68 minutes]