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Metz T.P. Lochard papers
The Metz T.P. Lochard papers span from 1926-1984, with the bulk of material from 1960-1980. Correspondence, drafts of editorials, newspaper clippings, and copies of other publications make up the majority of the papers. The papers reflect Lochard's time as editor-in-chief of The Chicago Defender, a prominent African-American newspaper. Metz T.P. Lochard (1896-1984) studied at the Sorbonne at the University of
Olive Diggs papers
Olive Myrl Diggs (d. 1980) served as editor of the Chicago Bee from 1937 until it folded in 1947. After her time at the Bee, she served as director of the Neighborhood Youth Corps, and in 1979, retired as Administrative Assistant in the Chicago Department of Planning, City and Community Development. The Olive Diggs papers span from 1942 to 1980.
Roxanna Vera Hunt papers
Sadie Bruce and Mary Bruce Dance Studio records
Sadie Bruce and her sister, Mary Bruce, each operated their own dance schools in Bronzeville. Sadie Bruce's dance studio was located at 54th and Calumet; Mary Bruce's was at 58th and South Parkway. The schools gave dance and music training to thousands of Bronzeville youth, and helped build public awareness of dance and music in the Black community.
Sarah Ozella papers
The collection was donated by Sarah Ozella in effort to preserve documentation on Maudelle Bousfield, the first African American woman teacher/dean/principal of Wendell Phillips HS.
Scull-Banks collection
Stepin Fetchit collection
Stepin Fetchit (Lincoln Theodore Monroe Andrew Perry) remains one of the most controversial movie actors in American history. While Stepin Fetchit was undoubtedly one of the most talented physical comedians ever to do his shtick on the Big Screen, achieving the rare status of being a character actor-supporting player who actually achieved superstar status in the 1930s, his characterization as
Umbrian Glee Club records
African American choral and musician club in Chicago in the early to mid twentieth century. Organized in 1895 at Bethel AME Church, the legendary men's chorus was a musical icon in Chicago. Throughout its existence, the Umbrian Glee Club was a tradition in Chicago and supported community and musical organizations, as well as provided support and opportunity to aspiring musicians.
Valerie Howell/George Richardson collection
Virginia Julien papers
Virginia Wilson Julien (1916-2007) was a Chicago Public School teacher and Jean Baptiste Pointe DuSable scholar. Her research and activism regarding DuSable, the founder of Chicago, helped reestablish his place in Chicago and American history. The papers primarily relate to DuSable and include extensive historical research and original writings by Julien. The papers also provide insight into the efforts of
William "Jack" Marshall papers
African American professional baseball player. (circa 1930s)