Kirbsterbbq
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I was doing some reading on the Minneapolis Steele and Machinery Company, I understand management fought very hard to keep the labor unions out, with that being said and what the outlook of the economy during the early 20's. What were the working hours for the production floor.
I know it was normal in that era for 10 and 12 hour days as a norm because that is what Ford was doing, but I am curious how many shifts were there?
My great uncle stated out as a riveter in 1928 and retired in 1968, his pension was one of those effected by the White mismanagement in the early 70's. I remember as a boy at family reunions he was always hot about the topic when it was brought up. (also a few beers never had anything to do with that conversation)
Thanks
I know it was normal in that era for 10 and 12 hour days as a norm because that is what Ford was doing, but I am curious how many shifts were there?
My great uncle stated out as a riveter in 1928 and retired in 1968, his pension was one of those effected by the White mismanagement in the early 70's. I remember as a boy at family reunions he was always hot about the topic when it was brought up. (also a few beers never had anything to do with that conversation)
Thanks