Mug
Object number2007.21.1
Date1977
MediumGlass; Paint
Credit LineGift of Walter E. Patton, Jr.
DescriptionSilver painted glass mug with handle. Blue printed label. Clear glass bottom. Front has commemorative text celebrating Zero Lost Time Injuries at the U.S. Steel National Plant in 1977.Dimensions12.5 in. (31.8 cm)InscriptionsFront has text “[U.S. Steel logo with “USS”] / Congratulations NATIONAL PLANT / Zero Lost Time Injuries - 1977”
Historical NotesCommemorative cup belonged to Walter Patton, who worked as a rigger at the U.S. Steel National Works from c. 1942-1982. He began his apprenticeship in 1950 and "graduated" in 1953. Walter lived in the 10th ward of McKeesport and was in the 9th Air Force during World War II. He refereed peewee football games, and after retiring from the mill, became a Methodist minister.
Related person
Walter Patton
Related institution
United States Steel Corporation
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