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Gavin, Emmet J., 1889 - 1977. Oral History Interview, 1974

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: SMHC Collection 1278

Abstract

This collection consists of an oral history interview conducted with Emmet J. Gavin of Austin, Minnesota. He worked for the Hormel Company in Austin for 54 years, and this interview focuses on his employment there. The interview was conducted by Mrs. lone Louk, as part of a project focusing on the 1933 Hormel employees' strike.

Dates

  • 1974

Biographical / Historical

Emmet J. Gavin was bom on December 5, 1889 in Austin, Minnesota. He worked for the George A. Hormel Company from 1902 until 1956. Gavin died in October 1977.

Extent

1.00 folders

Language of Materials

English

Title
Gavin, Emmet J., 1889 - 1977. Oral History Interview, 1974
Status
Completed
Author
Karin Thiem processed this collection
Date
1979-05
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
English

Repository Details

Part of the Southern Minnesota Historical Center Repository

Contact:
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Memorial Library
PO Box 8419
Mankato MN 56002-8419 US
507-389-1029