Personnel Studies of Messengers in the Western Union Telegraph Company

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Ira Mitchell Dreese

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

Labour economics; Personnel & human resources management; Communications engineering & telecommunications

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""Personnel Studies of Messengers in the Western Union Telegraph Company"" is an in-depth sociological and industrial examination of the messenger workforce during the peak of the telegraph era. Author Ira Mitchell Dreese presents a meticulous analysis of the individuals employed by Western Union, exploring their socioeconomic backgrounds, educational levels, and career prospects within the company. This work utilizes empirical data to investigate the effectiveness of personnel management strategies, including hiring practices and employee retention, in a high-turnover service industry.

The study serves as a vital historical record of labor relations and corporate organization in the early 20th century. By focusing on the messenger boys who were essential to the nation's communication infrastructure, Dreese provides a window into the transition from manual labor to modernized corporate systems. This book is an essential resource for scholars of industrial psychology, the history of telecommunications, and American labor history. It captures the unique challenges and operational realities of a bygone era in the American service economy, offering a professional perspective on the human element of the telegraph industry.

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By: Ira Mitchell Dreese
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 4mm
Weight: 113g
ISBN: 9781025897684
ISBN 10: 1025897684
Pages: 72
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active