Charles Moore, a member and business manager of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 776, was born in Florence, South Carolina, on July 19th, 1961. Soon after, his family moved to the Isle of Palms, where he spent his youth. Directly after graduating from high school, Moore joined the Marine Corps and served from 1979 to 1983. He spent most of his service time overseas, first in Japan and later in Korea. After completing his years of service at the age of twenty, Moore attended Embry-Riddle College in Daytona, Florida, aspiring to become a helicopter pilot. However, he returned to South Carolina before finishing his training and, needing a steady job, decided pursue a civilian job and continued on to join the local union. He explains that transitioning from military life to the union was not difficult, as both systems provided similar structure and order. Moore talks about IBEW, the union which represents electricians and workers of the communication and broadcasting industries, and describes its role in negotiating with contractors and ensuring benefits for the workers. His pride in his work with the union, in his trade, and in the Charleston-based projects on which he has participated is evident. He says proudly, “I can walk around here and see every building I worked in. I’m a part of the community. I love being a part of the community. My children get tired of it because every time we ride around, [I say], ‘Yeah, I built that. I built that.’”
Letter from Isaiah Bennett to Norman Hill, President of A. Philip Randolph Institute, detailing South Carolina chapter political activities, including the primary victory of Charles Ravenel.
Memorandum from Floyd Gipson reporting on activities from the Regional Meeting of A. Philip Randolph Institute including plans for an upcoming convention.
Memorandum regarding APRI financial crisis from an Ad Hoc Committee meeting on December 18, 1976 of APRI members from Georgia, Florida, Louisiana, and South Carolina.
Form letter from Isaiah Bennett in regards to soliciting advertisements for the A. Philip Randolph Institute Annual Conference. Details Institute mission and ad rates.
Memorandum from Isaiah Bennett to Norman Hill announcing his temporary resignation as South Carolina president due to his candidacy for a County Council seat.
Letter from William E. Pollard to Isaiah Bennett informing of travel plans to Charleston for the South Carolina A. Philip Randolph Institute Convention.
Minutes of the South Carolina A. Phillip Randolph Institute reporting Isaiah Bennet's temporary resignation due to running for Charleston County Council seat.
Letter from Lamond Godwin to Senator Ernest F. Hollings stating that a proposal by Isaiah Bennett to rehabilitate rural housing is under consideration.