Green William

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Green

, William 1873-1952.

American labor leader who as president of the American Federation of Labor (1924-1952) led the struggle with the Congress of Industrial Organizations after the two groups split (1936).

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GREEN WILLIAM Peacefully on 27th October William aged 83 years.

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It may have set the couple back pounds 4000 but they wouldn't be without pounds 4000 but they wouldn't be without this luxurious item of furniture that dominates the bedroom and is tastefully accompanied by lime green William Yeoward hand-blown glass lamps on either side.

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38 Dean Cooper 1976 13 Gary Naylor Joe Williams 18 Jerry Gray 1972 14 Glen Richeson Local Designers 25 Ned Kirk 1989 15 Jeff Green William Neff, Jr.