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Labor Hall of Fame Honoree (1989)

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Cyrus S. Ching

Cyrus S. Ching
1876-1967

"I believe...very firmly and sincerely that free collective bargaining can be used as one of the great cornerstones of our democratic institutions."

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Cyrus S. Ching was an enlightened industrialist who translated his concepts of human relationships into beneficial and productive labor-management relationships. Cy Ching established a pattern of constructive cooperation with the employees. His wisdom and creativity prompted President Truman to name him the first director of the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service.

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