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International Sweethearts of Rhythm trombone section, Seattle, September 1944
The International Sweethearts of Rhythm, the country's only integrated all-women band, came to Seattle in September 1944. They played twice at the Civic Auditorium and also performed at the Black and Tan. Here, at the Black and Tan, the trombone section rises to play. Written on negative page: 9-24-44 Sweethearts of Rythm [sic] at Black & TanCaption information Source: Seattle…
ID Number:2014.49.002.028.0110
Date:1944
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International Sweethearts of Rhythm female jazz band, Seattle, September 1944
The International Sweethearts of Rhythm, the country's only integrated all-women band, came to Seattle in September 1944. They played twice at the Civic Auditorium and also performed at the Black and Tan. Here, the saxophone, drum, and trumpet players, in matching outfits, play at the Black and Tan. Written on negative page: 9-24-44 Sweethearts of Rythm [sic] at Black &…
ID Number:2014.49.002.028.0202
Date:1944
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Jerry Tucker's band at Faurot's Ballroom, Seattle, circa 1947
Jerry Tucker's 15-piece band played Seattle's Faurot's Ballroom at 1214 East Pike Street. Here, a trumpeter plays from behind a row of saxophones. Bass player Sonny Booker (far left) joins in along with drummer Charlie Blackwell (deep center). Written on negative page: Jazz / Faurot's / EaglesCaption information source: Seattle Daily Times, November 21, 1941, page 25.
ID Number:2014.49.002.031.0124
Date:Circa 1947
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Jerry Tucker's band at Faurot's Ballroom, Seattle, circa 1947
Jerry Tucker's 15-piece band played Faurot's Ballroom,1214 East Pike Street on Seattle's Capitol Hill. Here, a vibraphone player accompanies guitar player Charlie Blackwell while he sings. Blackwell also played drums. Three audience members, including Pauline (Swayze) Fabre (far left) sit on the edge of the stage. Written on negative page: Jazz / Faurot's / EaglesCaption information source: Seattle Daily Times,…
ID Number:2014.49.002.031.0127
Date:Circa 1947
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Joe Louis with two young boxers backstage at an exhibition match, Seattle, circa 1950
Joe Louis (1914-1981) was heavyweight champion of the world from 1937 to 1949, setting a new world record, and earning Louis a reputation as an American hero. In 1942, Louis joined the Army, and during his service he donated generously from his boxing winnings to Army and Navy relief societies, was part of over 96 boxing exhibitions, and performed for…
ID Number:2014.49.009.019.0075
Date:Circa 1950
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Frisco McGale, Buford Ransom, and Eddie Cotton, Seattle, circa 1947
Dornatt J. “Frisco” McGale (d. 1958), was a professional fighter, and a boxing trainer and manager. Born in Jamaica, McGale lived in Seattle since the 1920s and fought professionally during the 1920s and 1930s. After he retired from boxing, he devoted his time to training young boxers. He managed professional light-heavyweight Eddie Cotton for many years. During WWII, McGale was…
ID Number:2014.49.009.073.0292
Date:Circa 1947
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NACWC Executive Secretary Ruby Kendrick seated at desk, Seattle, August 1948
Here, Ruby M. Kendrick sits at a desk taking notes. Kendrick was executive secretary and a delegate from Washington, D.C., to the 24th Biennial Convention of the National Association of Colored Women Clubs (NACWC), held in Seattle July 31 - August 7, 1948. Delegates to the convention represented 4,780 clubs from 43 states, who gathered under the motto of "Lifting…
ID Number:2014.49.010.064.0128
Date:1948
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NACWC convention attendees at Plymouth Congregational Church, Seattle, August 1948
Here, eleven unidentified women pose for their photo at Plymouth Congregational Church, 1217 6th Avenue, Seattle. The women are attendees at the 24th Biennial Convention of the National Association of Colored Women Clubs (NACWC), held in Seattle July 31 - August 7, 1948. Delegates to the convention represented 4,780 clubs from 43 states, who gathered under the motto of "Lifting…
ID Number:2014.49.010.064.0130
Date:1948
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NACWC delegates onstage at convention, Seattle, August 1948
Three women stand on a stage decorated with trees and bouquets at Garfield High School. The women are attending the 24th Biennial Convention of the National Association of Colored Women Clubs (NACWC), held in Seattle July 31 - August 7, 1948. Delegates to the convention represented 4,780 clubs from 43 states, who gathered under the motto of "Lifting as We…
ID Number:2014.49.010.065.0132
Date:1948
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NACWC convention speaker in Seattle, August 1948
An unidentified woman speaks on stage at Garfield High School, using a cane to support herself. The woman is likely a delegate to the 24th Biennial Convention of the National Association of Colored Women (now the National Association of Colored Women's Clubs), held in Seattle July 31 - August 7, 1948. Delegates to the convention represented 4,780 clubs from 43…
ID Number:2014.49.010.065.0134
Date:1948