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Model at “La Clique Club” fashion show, Seattle, circa 1960
A postal carrier during the week, Seattle photographer Al Smith (1916-2008) spent weekends taking pictures for his photography business "On The Spot." His photographs tell the stories of everyday people who shaped the dynamic character of Seattle, offering rare views into the city’s Black community, the Central Area neighborhood, and the local jazz scene. Here, Smith photographs a model at…
ID Number:2014.49.07.047.07
Date:Circa 1960
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Freddie Brown wearing his Golden Gloves championship robe, Seattle, February 24, 1949
Seattle boxer Freddie Brown (1931-1961) won the middleweight championship title at the 14th annual Golden Gloves Tournament in February 1949. The final bouts, held on February 22, drew what was reported to be the largest Golden Gloves crowd in Civic Auditorium history. Freddie Brown fought twice that night, winning the semi-final against Ivan Johnson before prevailing in the final, defeating…
ID Number:2014.49.009.017.0066
Date:1949
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Freddie Brown with Bill Ross and unidentified woman, Seattle, February 24, 1949
Seattle boxer Freddie Brown (1931-1961) won the middleweight championship title at the 14th annual Golden Gloves Tournament in February 1949. The final bouts, held on February 22, drew what was reported to be the largest Golden Gloves crowd in Civic Auditorium history. Freddie Brown fought twice that night, winning the semi-final against Ivan Johnson before prevailing in the final, defeating…
ID Number:2014.49.009.017.0068
Date:1949
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Freddie Brown and Bill Ross, Seattle, February 24, 1949
Seattle boxer Freddie Brown (1931-1961) won the middleweight championship title at the 14th annual Golden Gloves Tournament in February 1949. The final bouts, held on February 22, drew what was reported to be the largest Golden Gloves crowd in Civic Auditorium history. Freddie Brown fought twice that night, winning the semi-final against Ivan Johnson before prevailing in the final, defeating…
ID Number:2014.49.009.018.0070
Date:1949
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Freddie Brown in his Golden Gloves Championship robe, Seattle, February 24, 1949
Seattle boxer Freddie Brown (1931-1961) won the middleweight championship title at the 14th annual Golden Gloves Tournament in February 1949. The final bouts, held on February 22, drew what was reported to be the largest Golden Gloves crowd in Civic Auditorium history. Freddie Brown fought twice that night, winning the semi-final against Ivan Johnson before prevailing in the final, defeating…
ID Number:2014.49.009.018.0071
Date:1949
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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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Youth baseball team, Seattle, circa 1947
In addition to his Seattle jazz club images, photographer Al Smith took many photos of family, friends, and members of the community. Here, Smith photographs a group of boys at a local playfield. Though they don't wear a team uniform, they appear ready for a game of baseball together, with a bat and gloves.
ID Number:2014.49.009.027.0105
Date:Circa 1947
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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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Garfield students in bleachers at basketball game, March 17, 1960
The Garfield High School basketball team was dropped from contention in the winners bracket of the 36th Annual State Class AA basketball tournament in 1960 when they lost to Renton High School, 40-30. Here, Garfield students watching the game react to what must have been an unfortunate play for their team. A young man in the front row holds a…
ID Number:2014.49.09.03.05
Date:1960
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Garfield students cheering at basketball game, March 17, 1960
The Garfield High School basketball team was dropped from contention in the winners bracket of the 36th Annual State Class AA basketball tournament in 1960 when they lost to Renton High School, 40-30. Here, Garfield students and cheerleaders react to a good play by their team during that game. Caption information source: "Renton Hoop Team Beats Garfield, 40-30," Seattle Post-Intelligencer,…
ID Number:2014.49.09.03.09
Date:1960