MSSU Archives & Special Collections Exhibits: Retirement

Digital exhibits created by the MSSU Archives and Special Collections department.

Charles W. Wilkerson's Retirement 

Curated by Emily Evans, 2023-07

Charles W. Wilkerson retired in 1944 due to poor health conditions and moved back to his hometown of Springfield, Mo.

Warning of resignation letter

“Retired Union Official to be Honored Tonight”

Newspaper article describing an event to honor both Harry Stevenson (President of International Molders & Foundry Workers Union) and Charles W. Wilkerson.

Official resignation letter

Harris-Ewing Photographic News Service letter

Request to photograph Charles Wilkerson for being an “outstanding American character.” They wanted to place his photo in the gallery of National Notables. 

Office Girls “Get Well Soon” Card

Signed by the women working with Wilkerson after he announced his retirement due to poor health conditions. 

Office Girls “Get Well Soon” Card

Signed by the women working with Wilkerson after he announced his retirement due to poor health conditions. 

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