July 1952

Larenti, Luigi M., fl. 1952

Pamphlet

Title: Effects of Nonwhite Purchses on Market Prices of Residences

One pamphlet entitled "Effects of Nonwhite Purchses on Market Prices of Residences," by Luigi M. Laurenti dated July 1952. Item contains analysis of consumerism by single family residences in San Francisco who are not white. Provides tables and map illustrations where market tests for the survey were conducted.

GLC09640.286

January 1978

The Crisis (New York)

Pamphlet

Title: Black Composers Feted

One issue of The Crisis dated January 1978. Item commemorates African American composers. Other articles pertaining to television, theater, poetry and other subjects. A photo essay of African American composers is included as well.

GLC09640.292

25 October 1950

Chamberlain, John, 1903 - 1995, Hazlitt, Henry Stuart, 1894 - 1993, La Follette, Suzanne Clara, 1893-1983

Pamphlet

Title: The Freeman [Vol.1, No.1, October 25, 1950]

One issue of The Freeman dated October 25, 1950. Contains articles related to President Truman's economic policies; mention of the beginning of the Korean War; persepctive of communism in the United States and book reviews.

GLC09640.294

7 November 1964

The New Republic (New York City)

Pamphlet

Title: 50: America Tomorrow, Create the Great Society

One anniversary issue of The New Republic dated November 7, 1964. Publication highlights essays related to women's rights, environment, education, culture and racism. Includes illustrations by satirist Robert Osborn.

GLC09640.296

1974

The Oracle (Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.)

Pamphlet

Title: The Oracle: Special 1973 Conclave Issue [Summer 1974]

One issue of The Oracle dated Summer 1974. Issue contains essays written by the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity magazine. Content focuses on African Americans in journalism, medicine, social welfare and racism.

GLC09640.297

August 1976

The Oracle (Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.)

Pamphlet

Title: The Oracle: Welcome to Atlanta [August 15-20, 1976]

One issue of The Oracle dated August 1976. Issue contains essays written by the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity magazine. Content of the magazine includes writings about former members of the Omega Psi Phi; black voter turnout of people aged 18-24; new initiations; essay contest winners; opinion piece on nuclear energy and other subjects.

GLC09640.298

1977

The Oracle (Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.)

Pamphlet

Title: The Oracle: Atlanta Grand Conclave [Winter 1976-Spring 1977]

One issue of The Oracle dated Winter 1976-Spring 1977. Issue contains essays written by the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity magazine. Content of the magazine includes features on fraternity programs; student initiatives; obituaries and other highlights related to the student experience.

GLC09640.299

1941

Photograph

Title: [Photograph of Private William J. Myers]

A photograph of Private William J. Myers. Taken in Biloxi Mississippi, William stands in front of a backdrop that looks like the outside of a ship with American flag bunting and two life preservers. The words "S.S. Biloxi Miss." and "1941 Greetings" are painted on the life preservers. The photo is very light in tone and, according to William's letter that accompanied the photo, (GLC09682.01) "it didn't develop long. It's too light."

GLC09682.02

January 19, 1901

Harpers Weekly

Print

Title: Harpers Weekly - The New Immigrant Station on Ellis Island

A single page from an issue of Haper's Weekly from January 19, 1901. This page features a series of photographs entitled, "The New Immigrant Station on Ellis Island." The photographs feature the Ellis Island immigration station, a family of immigrants, the baggage room, and a group of immigrants waiting for a boat to New York. On the reverse side of the page there is a series of articles concerning society and news of the day entitled, "This Busy World" and written by E.S. Martin. The articles are concerning the death of Philip Danforth Armour, reaction to testimony concerning hazing at West…

GLC09790

1978

The Oracle (Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.)

Pamphlet

Title: The Oracle [Fall-Winter 1978]

One issue of The Oracle dated Fall-Winter 1978. Issue contains essays written by the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity magazine. Content of the magazine includes features on fraternity programs; student initiatives; highlighting recipients of awards; junior high school students career conference; obituaries and other highlights related to the student experience.

GLC09640.300

1957

East, Percy Dale, 1921-1971

Pamphlet

Title: Editorial Reprints from The Petal Paper

One pamphlet entitled, "Editorial Reprints from The Petal Paper," dated 1957. Item was a parody publication reflecting on the racist nature of the South in the fifties. Includes an ad satirizing white supremacy groups.

GLC09640.301

1967

The Public Interest (New York), 1965-2005

Pamphlet

Title: The Public Interest [Fall 1967]

One issue of The Public Interest dated Fall 1967. Contains essays related to shootings that took place in Newark, New Jersey and Detroit, Michigan; creation of public broadcasting television; an opinion piece on the office of the president as a symbol and political instrument; report on crimes and other subjects.

GLC09640.302

16 October 1941

Gerber, Jack, fl. 1941-1943

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Dorothy Kowasky

One letter from Jack Gerber to Dorothy Kowasky dated October 16, 1941. Jack starts his letter by vividly describing where he is (the company day room) what is happening there, and what he is wearing. Jack goes on to write that he got his honorable discharge and enlisted in the Air Corps. In a few weeks he will start basic training to become a machinist. Jack also gives a detailed breakdown of what his daily schedule is, including the times and menus for all the meals. Jack also tells Dorothy that he would appreciate her keeping her calendar open on the 25th of October.

GLC09686.01

24 March 1944

Dooliule, D.A., fl. 1944

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Marianne Dooliule

One letter from D. A. Dooliule to Marianne Dooliule dated March 24, 1944. Dooliule writes that he just arrived at Maxwell Field and he is not sure if he will like it as it seems pretty strict. He describes the atmosphere during meals and complains that everything has to be done at attention. He closes the letter with a hope that within a month he will be able to see her again. This letter is written on stationary from Spence Field Moultrie, Georgia but the author lists the location as Maxwell Field.

GLC09686.02

June 1966

White House Conference

Pamphlet

Title: Council's Report and Recommendations to the Conference

One pamphlet entitled, "Council's Report and Recommendations to the Conference," dated June 1-2 1966. Content is data gathered by leaders of civil rights groups, educators, student leaders, and elected officials.

GLC09640.305.01

June 1966

White House Conference

Pamphlet

Title: Council's Report and Recommendations to the Conference

One pamphlet entitled, "Council's Report and Recommendations to the Conference," dated June 1-2 1966. Content is data gathered by leaders of civil rights groups, educators, student leaders, and elected officials. The purpose being to recommend better efforts for more income, education, and social equality.

GLC09640.305.02

7 June 1815

House of Commons

Printed document

Title: An Account of all Slaves, or Captured Negroes, for whom Bounties have been paid...

JB00038

1 June 1801

Harding, Edward, fl. 1801

Engraving

Title: [Engraving of Sidney Sussex College and Frances Sidney Countess of Sussex]

JB00043

1865

Magnus, Charles, fl. 1865

Poem

Title: The Nation is Weeping

A poem with a detailed lithograph of the Lincoln Funeral procession passing New York City Hall.

JB00044

20 April 2006

Obama, Barack, 1961-

Typed letter signed

Title: to James Basker

JB00046

6 December 2011

Nunez, Francisco J., fl. 1997-2011

Typed letter signed

Title: to James Basker

Accompanies JB00048

JB00047

1997

Nunez, Francisco J., fl. 1997-2011

Sheet music

Title: Amazing Grace American Melody

JB00048

1936

University of Michigan

Pamphlet

Title: University of Michigan Summer Session, 1936

JB00050

1865

Arnaud, Achille, fl. 1865

Magazine

Title: Abraham Lincoln Sa Naissance, Sa Vie, Sa Mort

JB00051

13 October 1864

Union League Club

Pamphlet

Title: Report of the Committee on Volunteering

JB00049