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    Funeral program for John Wesley Williams

    Created by
    Unidentified
    Subject of
    Williams, John Wesley, 1884 - 1939
    Vernon African Methodist Episcopal Church, American, founded 1905
    Date
    1939
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 3 1/2 x 5 1/2 in. (8.9 x 14 cm)
    Description
    A memorial program for the funeral service of John Wesley Williams, a businessman in Tulsa, Oklahoma and a survivor of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. The service was held at Vernon Chapel A.M.E. Church, and he was later interned at Crown Hill Cemetery. On the inside of the program, written vertically in the margin, is a list of names.
    Place depicted
    Tulsa, Tulsa County, Oklahoma, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    programs
    Topic
    American South
    American West
    Communities
    Funeral customs and rites
    Religion
    Religious groups
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Families of Anita Williams Christopher and David Owen Williams
    Object number
    2011.60.2
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5a4f3fb88-12e5-4b67-93a8-9254724cd57c
  • Voulez-vous de la Canne à Sucre?

    Published by
    Salabert, Francis, French, 1884 - 1946
    Composed by
    Lelievre, Léo, French, 1872 - 1956
    Written by
    Varna, Henri, French, 1877 - 1969
    Illustrated by
    Gaudin, Louis, French, 1882 - 1936
    Subject of
    Baker, Josephine, American, 1906 - 1975
    Alex, Joe, Martiniquan, 1891 - 1948
    Date
    1930
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W (Image): 10 11/16 × 6 3/4 in. (27.1 × 17.1 cm)
    H x W (Sheet): 16 1/2 × 12 1/2 in. (41.9 × 31.8 cm)
    Title
    Song sheet for Voulez-vous de la Canne à Sucre? performed by Josephine Baker
    Description
    A song sheet titled, "Voulez-vous de la Canne à Sucre?" performed by Josephine Baker and Joe Alex. The song sheet is framed in a silver frame with white matting. The sheet features and illustration of Josephine Baker in costume. She is depicted with her body towards the left of the frame and her head facing the right looking down at a cheetah perched on its hind legs behind her. The artist's mark [Zig / 30] is next to the cheetah's back. French text throughout the sheet reads: [MM. Dufrenne et Varna présentent “Paris Qui Remue” / Revue de MM. H. Varna, L. Lelièvre et Earl Leslie au Casino De Paris / Voulez -Vous de la Canne à Sucre? / (En voulez-vous de la canne !!!) / Fox One Step / chante par / Joséphine Baker et Joe Alex / Por Piano et Chat / 6 fr. / Parole de Léo Lelièvre et Henri Varna / Musique de Paddy / Éditions Francis Salabert / Vente en Gros : / 22, Rue Chauchat, 22 –Paris – 9e / 14, Rue de Loxum Bruxelles]. The back of the frame has an alphanumeric inscription.
    Transcription Center Status
    Transcribed by digital volunteers
    Place depicted
    Paris, Île-de-France, France, Europe
    Brussels, Belgium, Europe
    Classification
    Documents and Published Materials
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Movement
    Harlem Renaissance (New Negro Movement)
    Type
    sheet music
    Topic
    Actors
    Dance
    Entertainers
    Jazz (Music)
    Singers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture and National Portrait Gallery, Gift from Jean-Claude Baker
    Object number
    2016.135.8
    Restrictions & Rights
    Public domain
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    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5a89d3740-1aa5-4f77-9463-4be2ff1533dd
  • American Italian Universities New York medal awarded to Eulace Peacock

    Manufactured by
    Dieges & Clust, American, founded 1898
    Issued by
    American Italian Universities New York, American
    Received by
    Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996
    Date
    1934
    Medium
    silver and metal with silk, dye and thread
    Dimensions
    H x W x D (overall): 2 15/16 × 1 3/8 × 5/16 in. (7.4 × 3.5 × 0.8 cm)
    H x W x D (pin): 5/16 × 1 3/8 × 5/16 in. (0.8 × 3.5 × 0.8 cm)
    H x W x D (ribbon): 2 3/4 × 1 5/16 × 1/16 in. (7 × 3.4 × 0.2 cm)
    H x W x D (medal): 1 7/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/8 in. (3.6 × 3.3 × 0.3 cm)
    Description
    American Italian Universities New York silver medal for the 200 Meters Run event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1934. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a red, white, and blue ribbon and a green, white, and red ribbon attached to a silver medal. The pin has a “C” clasp closure on the back and a bar that hold the ribbons. The ribbons are crimped to the front of the bar at each corner. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a round, silver colored medal held in place with a jump ring. The obverse of the medal is edged with a concentric circle. In the center of the medal is a relief depiction of two (2) men in boxing shorts, standing side-by-side with a shield in the center between them. The men grip a torch centered above the shield with one hand. With their opposite hands, the men each hold a laurel wreath by their sides. Rays of light extend from the lit torch. The shield is split down the middle with the American flag depicted on the left, and the Kingdom of Italy flag, with the arms of Savoy and crown, depicted on the right. Below each wreath is a banner with relief text. The banner on the left reads, [AMERICAN], and the banner on the right reads, [ITALIAN]. The men are standing on a rectangular platform with relief text that reads, [UNIVERSITIES]. Below is additional text printed in relief that reads, [NEW YORK / 1934], above two decorative laurel sprigs. On the reverse of the medal, engraved in the center, is text that reads [200 METERS RUN / 1934]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark for Dieges & Clust, an eagle’s head in profile above three spearhead shaped banners with the text [D], [&], and [C] stamped inside each banner. Below is the text, [STERLING / DIEGES & CLUST].
    Place made
    New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
    Place used
    New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Awards and Medals
    Type
    pins (fasteners)
    medals
    Topic
    Athletes
    Education
    Track and field
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    A2014.63.105.1.13
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5fba79d7e-2ba2-4691-9b3b-2bf055da617e
  • Örgryte Idrottssällskap medal awarded to Eulace Peacock

    Manufactured by
    C. G. Hallberg, Swedish, 1961
    Designed by
    Ekvall, G.
    Issued by
    Örgryte Idrottssällskap, Swedish, founded 1887
    Received by
    Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996
    Subject of
    Balders Hage, Swedish, founded 1887
    Date
    1934
    Medium
    silver and metal with silk, dye and thread
    Dimensions
    H x W x D (overall): 3 3/8 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (8.5 × 3.7 × 0.6 cm)
    H x W x D (pin): 1/4 × 1 1/8 × 1/16 in. (0.6 × 2.8 × 0.2 cm)
    H x W x D (ribbon): 1 5/8 × 1 7/16 × 1/16 in. (4.2 × 3.7 × 0.2 cm)
    H x W x D (medal): 1 1/2 × 1 3/8 × 1/16 in. (3.8 × 3.5 × 0.2 cm)
    Description
    Örgryte Idrottssällskap medal awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1934. The medal consists of a blue and red ribbon with a safety pin stitched to the back and a bar looped through the bottom of the ribbon, attached to a medal. The circular, silver colored medal is held in place with a jump ring through the bezel. The obverse of the metal has a circular band running around the edge with relief text inside that reads [ÖRGRYTE · IDROTT · SÄLLSKAP] at the top and [GÖTEBORG · BALDERS · HAGE] at the bottom. Inside the band is a relief depiction of a lion in profile, sitting on its haunches, behind a scroll. In the center of the scroll is a seven (7) pointed star with the text [ÖIS] inside the star. A relief laurel branch is depicted next to the shield and lion. Near the lion’s foot is sporting equipment, including a rifle, polo mallet, a ball, and a racket. Below the lion is the name of the designer printed in small relief text that reads [G.EKVALL]. On the reverse of the medal, on the left side, is a relief depiction of a leafy branch. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark for [C.G. HALLBERG] and a stamped hallmark that reads [A [inside an oval outline overlaying a heart shape with three crowns] / S [inside a hexagon shape] / H8].
    Place made
    Stockholm, Sweden, Europe
    Place used
    Gothenburg, Sweden, Europe
    Classification
    Awards and Medals
    Type
    pins (fasteners)
    medals
    Topic
    Athletes
    Track and field
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    A2014.63.105.1.82
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5078df3a5-de9e-46fe-afc2-9f74486bca2f
  • U.S. National Collegiate Athletic Association medal awarded to Eulace Peacock

    Manufactured by
    Unidentified
    Issued by
    National Collegiate Athletic Association, American and Canadian, founded 1906
    Received by
    Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996
    Subject of
    University of California, Berkeley, American, founded 1868
    Edwards Stadium, American, founded 1932
    Date
    1935
    Medium
    bronze and metal with silk (textile) , dye and thread
    silk (textile)
    Dimensions
    H x W x D (2014.63.105.1.116.1 overall): 2 15/16 × 1 1/2 × 1/4 in. (7.5 × 3.9 × 0.6 cm)
    H x W x D (2014.63.105.1.116.1 pin): 1/4 × 1 1/2 × 1/4 in. (0.7 × 3.9 × 0.6 cm)
    H x W x D (2014.63.105.1.116.1 ribbon): 1 5/16 × 1 1/2 × 3/16 in. (3.3 × 3.8 × 0.5 cm)
    H x W x D (2014.63.105.1.116.1 medal): 1 1/2 × 1 7/16 × 1/8 in. (3.7 × 3.7 × 0.3 cm)
    H x W x D (2014.63.105.1.116.2): 1 3/4 × 1 5/8 × 13/16 in. (4.4 × 4.2 × 2 cm)
    Description
    2014.63.105.1.116.1
    National Collegiate Athletic Association fifth place medal for the Broad Jump event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1935. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a red, white, and blue ribbon attached to a bronze medal. The pin has a “c” clasp closure on the back and a bar that hold the ribbon. The ribbon is crimped to the front of the bar on either side. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a round, bronze colored medal with wavy edges, held in place with two (2) jump rings. On the obverse of the medal is relief depiction of a nude male athlete, depicted in three quarters profile, facing the right edge of the medal. His proper left arm is extended in front of him and he is holding a laurel branch. His proper right arm is held at his side. Next to him, also depicted in profile, is a bald eagle perched on a column decorated with the United States flag’s stars and stripes. The eagle’s wings are extended. Relief text printed on the left side of the medal reads [U.S.] and relief text on the right reads [NATIONAL / COLLEGIATE / ATHLETIC / ASSOCIATION]. The edges of the medal are decorated with scroll and floral embellishments. On the reverse of the medal, at the top center, is engraved text that reads [5th Place / Broad Jump]. Below is relief text that reads [HELD AT / EDWARDS FIELD / UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA / BEREKLEY / 1935]. Below the text is a relief depiction of a laurel wreath tied together with a bow. Above the wreath’s center knot is the relief maker’s mark, [J&W. S.F.].
    2014.63.105.1.116.2
    A frayed piece of red, white, and blue ribbon.
    Place used
    Berkeley, Alameda County, California, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Awards and Medals
    Type
    pins (fasteners)
    medals
    Topic
    Athletes
    Education
    Track and field
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    A2014.63.105.1.116.1-.2
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd596957085-3c06-46ef-9f22-6aa2dfcb2d65
  • Photo of a woman standing on boardwalk

    Photograph by
    Unidentified
    Subject of
    Unidentified Woman or Women
    Date
    ca. 1930
    Medium
    photographic gelatin and silver on paper (fiber product)
    Dimensions
    H x W (sheet): 3 1/8 × 2 1/16 in. (7.9 × 5.2 cm)
    H x W (image): 2 3/4 × 2 in. (7 × 5.1 cm)
    Description
    Black and white photograph of a woman standing on a boardwalk. The woman is smiling at the camera and is wearing a winter coat. The coat has fur around the collar, cuffs and the hemline. She is wearing a hat that has a triangle-shaped decoration in the center. Her hands are clasped in front of her as she holds a sparkly purse. There are no inscriptions, front or back. This photograph is found on page five of the Ervin Sisters photo album.
    Place collected
    Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Media Arts-Photography
    Archival Collections
    Type
    photographs
    portraits
    Topic
    Fashion
    Photography
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Jennifer Cain Bohrnstedt
    Object number
    TA2015.143.3.21
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd52554ba42-ed23-463e-ba11-4449ae7a55f8
  • The Crisis, Vol. 14, No. 2

    Edited by
    W.E.B. Du Bois, American, 1868 - 1963
    Subject of
    The Crisis, American, founded 1910
    National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, American, founded 1909
    Photograph by
    Battey, C. M., American, 1873 - 1927
    Written by
    Pendleton, Leila Amos, American
    Bohanan, Otto Leland, American, 1895 - 1932
    Illustrated by
    Harris, Lorenzo W., American, born 1888
    Date
    June 1917
    Medium
    ink on paper with metal
    Dimensions
    H x W: 9 3/4 × 6 3/4 in. (24.8 × 17.1 cm)
    H x W (Open): 9 3/4 × 13 1/2 in. (24.8 × 34.3 cm)
    Description
    June 1917 issue of The Crisis Magazine.
    The front cover of the magazine features a full page black and white photograph of an older man, captured by C.M. Battey. The background is a dark grey. White text at the top left reads [THE CRISIS / JUNE / 1917]. The back cover of the magazine is a full page advertisement for [THE CRISIS Book Mart].
    The interior contents include [PICTURES], listed as [COVER. Photograph from Life. By Battey. / MAP OF NEGRO MIGRATION / SHADOWS OF LIGHT / THE THIRD SPRINGARN MEDALIST / CARTOON. By Lorenzo Harris / MEN OF THE MONTH], [ARTICLES] listed as [AUNT CALLINE'S SHEAVES. A Story. By Leila Amos Pendleton / THE MIGRATION OF NEGROES. By W.E.B. Du Bois / MAMMY. A Poem. By Otto Leland Bohanan] and [DEPARTMENTS] listed as [EDITORIAL / NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF COLORED PEOPLE / THE LOOKING GLASS / MEN OF THE MONTH / THE HORIZON]. The Editorial section includes articles titled "Resolutions of the Washington Conference," "Officers," and "We Should Worry." The NAACP section consists of extracts from the legal brief of the Louisville Segregation Ordinance Case argued before the Supreme Court. Throughout are advertisements, announcements, photographs, and illustrations.
    There are approximately 50 pages.
    Place printed
    New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
    Place depicted
    Louisville, Kentucky, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Documents and Published Materials-Published Works
    Type
    magazines (periodicals)
    Topic
    Advertising
    Associations and institutions
    Business
    Civil rights
    Education
    Great Migration
    Law
    Literature
    Mass media
    Poetry
    Race relations
    Segregation
    Social life and customs
    Social reform
    U.S. History, 1865-1921
    World War I
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2015.97.15.3
    Restrictions & Rights
    Public domain
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5e88ef16e-08ce-4ebd-a56d-d5c39e2d622f
  • Robert Houston Oral History Interview

    Created by
    National Museum of African American History and Culture, American, founded 2003
    Recorded by
    Patrick Telepictures, Inc., American
    Interview of
    Robert Houston, American, born 1935
    Interviewed by
    Bryant, Aaron
    Subject of
    Parks, Gordon, American, 1912 - 2006
    Date
    July 14, 2016
    Medium
    digital
    Dimensions
    Duration (2016.129.5.1a): 82.7 minutes
    Duration (2016.129.5.2a): 82.7 minutes
    Description
    The oral history consists of 2016.129.5.1a and 2016.129.5.2a: two versions (unedited, and edited) of a single digital video recording.
    132.40872 GB
    Robert Houston was interviewed as part of the NMAAHC Donor Oral History Collection. Mr. Houston donated a collection of his photographs to the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
    In this interview, Robert Houston discusses his life and his journey to become a photographer. His story includes references to Gordon Parks and his unconventional methods of getting close enough to take shots of celebrities and entertainers.
    Place collected
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Collection title
    The Collection Donor Oral History Project
    Classification
    Media Arts-Film and Video
    Type
    video recordings
    oral histories
    digital media - born digital
    Topic
    Entertainers
    Museums
    Photography
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2016.129.5.1a-.2a
    Restrictions & Rights
    © Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd57d999735-4aad-47dd-9779-0863b1bec60a
  • Letter from William I. Gosnell to Rev. Volley Stokes

    Created by
    Gosnell, William I., American, died 1978
    Subject of
    Rev. Stokes, Volley V. K., American, ca. 1889 - 1961
    Jackson, Howard Wilkinson, American, 1877 - 1960
    Date
    May 3, 1935
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 11 × 8 1/2 in. (27.9 × 21.6 cm)
    Caption
    This letter is likely referring to the 1935 Baltimore mayoral election encouraging support for the Democratic candidate, Howard W. Jackson. Jackson supported integration efforts, particularly in Baltimore City Public Schools. He focused on supporting welfare programs and limiting unemployment during the Great Depression. Jackson served as mayor from 1923-1927 and from 1931-1943.
    "Howard W. Jackson (1877-1960)." Archives of Maryland (Biographical Series). May 20, 2002. http://msa.maryland.gov/megafile/msa/speccol/sc3500/sc3520/012400/012487/html/12487bio.html.
    Description
    Letter from William Gosnell to Rev. Volley Stokes. The letter is typed in black ink and the paper has a letterhead [WILLIAM I. GOSNELL / ATTORNEY AT LAW / 220 ST. PAUL STREET / BALTIMORE, MD.]. The text to Rev. Volley Stokes begins [My dear Sir: / We are sending you a representative to your church in the person of Mrs. Mable Locke, to urge and insist upon the people coming out to vote Tuesday…]. The letter was signed by Gosnell. The paper is creased from being folded. The reverse is blank.
    Place used
    Baltimore, Maryland, United States, North and Central America
    Place made
    Baltimore, Maryland, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Documents and Published Materials
    Type
    letters (correspondence)
    Topic
    Communication
    Correspondence
    Politics
    Religious groups
    Suffrage
    U.S. History, 1933-1945
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Stokes/Washington Family
    Object number
    2017.14.17
    Restrictions & Rights
    Public domain
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5ce3bccca-7d86-48ab-83f4-5e3e89edaf0f
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    Holiday card from William Grant Still

    Created by
    Unidentified
    Subject of
    Still, William Grant, American, 1895 - 1978
    Date
    1937
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W (Sheet): 5 1/2 × 3 1/2 in. (14 × 8.9 cm)
    H x W (Image): 5 1/16 × 3 1/16 in. (12.9 × 7.8 cm)
    Description
    A holiday card sent from William Grant Still to Mr. Frank H. Bolner[?].
    An off white piece of paper mounted on similar color card stock, with a purple square piece of paper mounted on the right side. The purple square has a geometric border design in black and features a staff with musical notes above [LENOX AVENUE AND I / WISH YOU / A HAPPY NEW YEAR] printed in black. Beneath the purple square is a printed illustration of gradient golden brown holly leaves and berries along with two perpendicular ribbon stripes printed in gold. In the bottom right corner, handwritten in black ink is [To Mr. Frank H. Bolner, / with sincere wishes / William Grant Still / Dec 28, 1937 / Los Angeles, Cal.]. The back of the card is blank.
    Place depicted
    Harlem, New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
    Los Angeles, California, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Media Arts-Photography
    Movement
    Harlem Renaissance (New Negro Movement)
    Type
    greeting cards
    Topic
    Composers (Musicians)
    Holidays and festivals
    Music
    Opera (Music)
    Orchestral (Music)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2015.97.38.3
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd50337c75a-1c4b-4657-99f0-14993f91a6b9
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    Uniform cap for a Pullman attendant

    Manufactured by
    J. Apfelbaum and Company, American, ca. 1905 - 1949
    Subject of
    Pullman Palace Car Company, American, 1867 - 1981
    Date
    ca. 1940s
    Medium
    copper-aluminum alloy, synthetic fiber and textile materials
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 8 7/8 × 3 3/4 × 6 11/16 in. (22.6 × 9.5 × 17 cm)
    Description
    Uniform cap worn by attendants on Pullman railway cars. The hat is in the style of peaked cap with a leather brim. A cream colored cord wraps around the crown of the hat above the brim and has two knots on either side. The leather brim is extremely scratched. The cords are each attached to a silver button with the inscription, [PULLMAN]. The upper part of the hat is wider than the crown and has metal button holes throughout. The inside of the cap has a leather border. At the back of the cap is a ribbon tied into a bow. Next to the ribbon is a white cloth square with the number [7] identifying the size of the hat. On the leather border are the dotted letters and numbers, [M W 8 6 47]. On the top inner hat is a leather diamond with the manufacturer's name, [MADE BY / Apfelbaum / CHICAGO].
    Place made
    Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, United States, North and Central America
    Place used
    United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Clothing-Historical
    Type
    caps (headgear)
    Topic
    Great Migration
    Labor
    Pullman Porters
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Alan Laird
    Object number
    2019.20.3
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd532071970-c105-4b84-8a99-ed1c5ff7ddf0
  • West Virginia Indoor Games medal awarded to Eulace Peacock

    Manufactured by
    Balfour, American, founded 1913
    Issued by
    West Virginia University, American, founded 1867
    Received by
    Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996
    Date
    1935
    Medium
    metal with silk (textile) , dye and thread
    Dimensions
    H x W x D (overall): 3 1/8 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (7.9 × 3.6 × 0.6 cm)
    H x W x D (pin): 1/2 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (1.3 × 3.6 × 0.6 cm)
    H x W x D (ribbon): 1 5/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/4 in. (3.3 × 3.4 × 0.6 cm)
    H x W x D (medal): 1 9/16 × 1 7/16 × 1/8 in. (3.9 × 3.7 × 0.4 cm)
    Description
    West Virginia Indoor Games third place medal for the Sprint Series event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1935. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a yellow and blue striped ribbon. The pin has a “c” clasp closure on the back and a bar that hold the ribbon. The ribbon is looped through the bars and held in place with thread at the bottom corners of the pin. The medal is octagonal, gold colored, and has a round bezel attached to two (2) jump rings. In the center of the obverse of the medal is a relief depiction of a tablet with three (3) male runners. The runners are depicted in full length, facing the viewer, and in mid-run. The runner in front is bare chested and wearing a loincloth. His arms are extended out to his sides. There are two (2) runners behind him, similarly attired. A sunburst patterns surrounds the tablet. The medal has an outer band decorated with a floral pattern. At each vertex of the octagon is a fleur-de-lis embellishment. At the bottom of the medal is relief text that reads, [WEST VIRGINIA / INDOOR GAMES / 1935]. The back of the pin is stamped [PAT / BALFOUR / APLD FOR]. On the reverse of the medal, engraved in the center, is text that reads [COLLEGE AND / UNIVERSITY / DIVISION / SPRINT SERIES / THIRD]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped hallmark that reads, [BALFOUR].
    Place made
    Attleboro, Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States, North and Central America
    Place used
    West Virginia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Awards and Medals
    Type
    pins (fasteners)
    medals
    Topic
    Athletes
    Education
    Track and field
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    A2014.63.105.1.119
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5e635fbed-dc03-4632-aedc-9f8c3f5b3f22
  • New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association medal

    Manufactured by
    Loren Murchison & Company, American
    Issued by
    New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association, American, founded 1918
    Received by
    Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996
    Date
    1933
    Medium
    gold with metal with silk, dye, thread and enamel
    Dimensions
    H x W x D (overall): 2 11/16 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (6.9 × 3.6 × 0.7 cm)
    H x W x D (pin): 1/4 × 1 3/8 × 1/4 in. (0.7 × 3.5 × 0.6 cm)
    H x W x D (ribbon): 1 3/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/4 in. (3 × 3.4 × 0.7 cm)
    H x W x D (medal): 1 3/8 × 1 5/16 × 1/8 in. (3.5 × 3.4 × 0.2 cm)
    Description
    New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association gold medal awarded for the Running Broad Jump event to Eulace Peacock in 1933. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a red, white, and blue ribbon attached to a gold toned medal. The pin has a tension closure on the back and a bar that holds the ribbon. The ribbon is crimped to the front of the bar on either side. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a clover shaped medal, held in place with two (2) jump rings. The obverse of the medal is edged with two concentric black enamel circles. In the center is a relief depiction of the official state seal of New Jersey, featuring two female figures standing on either side of a shield decorated with three plows. There is forwarding facing helmet above the shield, and above the helmet is a horse’s head depicted in profile. Below is a banner with three folds. Printed on the folds is the New Jersey state motto, [LIBERTY &], [PROSPERITY], and the date of New Jersey’s statehood, [1776], on the fold below. The female figure on the left is the goddess Liberty. She holds a staff topped with the liberty cap in her proper right hand. The female figure on the right is the goddess Ceres, who holds a cornucopia filled with agricultural products in her proper left hand. Above the seal is the relief text [N.J.S.I.A.A.], and below, [CHAMPIONSHIP]. The reverse of the medal has stamped text at the top center that reads [1933]. Below is engraved text that reads [RUN B.J]. Along the bottom edge of the medal is a stamped maker’s mark that reads [1/5 GF. / MURCHISON / NEWARK].
    Place made
    Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America
    Place used
    New Jersey, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Awards and Medals
    Type
    pins (fasteners)
    medals
    Topic
    Athletes
    Children
    Education
    Track and field
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    A2014.63.105.1.67
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd56b720753-bc13-4d08-89da-8be2c837d1d1
  • Advertisement for the Poro System agency

    Distributed by
    Poro System, American, 1902 - 1951
    Printed by
    St. Louis Embossing Inc., American
    Subject of
    Poro College, American, 1918 - 1950s
    Owned by
    Brown, Lucille, American, 1892 - 1960
    Date
    ca. 1925
    Medium
    ink on cardboard
    Dimensions
    H x W: 10 7/16 × 13 9/16 × 1/8 in. (26.5 × 34.4 × 0.3 cm)
    Description
    A cardboard sign advertising Annie Malone’s “Poro” System agency. The advertisement is red, white, blue, and yellow. The product name is centered at the top of the sign in a blue rectangular field with white text outlined in light blue that reads, [“PORO” / REG. U.S. PAT. OFF.]. Below is a rectangular field bordered in a blue and green floral motif. The field itself is dominated by a red and white vertical striped banner outlined in gold and blue, resembling an American flag bunting. At the top of the banner is a light blue oval with decorative flourishes. In the center of the oval is dark blue text in varying fonts that read, [For / HAIR AND SKIN]. At the bottom of the banner is a yellow rectangular box with dark blue text that reads, [AGENCY]. There are two holes punched along the top, middle edge for hanging the sign. On the bottom left corner of the sign is blue text that reads [This sign remains the property of / PORO COLLEGE, ST. LOUIS, MO.]. The embosser’s mark is on the bottom right corner. There is an inscription in pencil on the back of the sign.
    Place made
    Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera-Advertisements
    Type
    advertisements
    Topic
    Advertising
    Beauty schools
    Business
    Hair
    Women
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2016.90.4
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd566dccea5-167a-4f28-a5bb-9c14b7a93a45
  • Chicago Relays Medal awarded to Eulace Peacock

    Manufactured by
    Balfour, American, founded 1913
    Issued by
    Chicago Daily News Athletic Association, American
    Received by
    Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996
    Subject of
    Chicago Daily News, American, 1876 - 1978
    International Amphitheatre, American, 1934 - 1999
    Date
    1937
    Medium
    sterling silver with metal, silk, dye and thread
    Dimensions
    H x W x D (overall): 3 7/16 × 1 11/16 × 1/4 in. (8.8 × 4.3 × 0.7 cm)
    H x W x D (pin): 1/2 × 1 7/16 × 3/16 in. (1.3 × 3.6 × 0.5 cm)
    H x W x D (ribbon): 1 11/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/8 in. (4.3 × 3.3 × 0.3 cm)
    H x W x D (medal): 1 7/8 × 1 11/16 × 3/16 in. (4.7 × 4.3 × 0.4 cm)
    Description
    Chicago Relays second place medal for the 40 Yard Sprint event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1937. The medal consists of a gold colored bar pin holding a red ribbon attached to a medal. The gold pin is rectangular shaped with a “C” clasp closure on the back. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a round, silver colored medal held in place with two (2) jump rings. The obverse of the medal has a semicircular band of relief text at the top that reads [CHICAGO RELAYS]. In the center of the medal is a relief depiction of a male in bust pose, depicted in profile facing the left edge of the medal with his chin slightly lifted. His shoulders are nude and he wears a laurel wreath on his head. A relief of a laurel garland, attached to rectangular mounts on either side of the man’s shoulders, runs along the bottom edge of the medal. Behind him is a twenty-five (25) ray sun motif. The reverse of the medal has relief text that reads [1937 / SPONSORED BY / THE CHICAGO DAILY NEWS / INTERNATIONAL AMIPTHEATER]. Below is engraved text that reads [40 YD / SPRINT / 2ND]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark for Balfour that reads [STERLING / BALFOUR].
    Place made
    Attleboro, Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States, North and Central America
    Place used
    Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Awards and Medals
    Type
    pins (fasteners)
    medals
    Topic
    Athletes
    Track and field
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    A2014.63.105.1.32
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd51034a547-c8d3-4890-b555-1c86222d3eee
  • New Jersey Association Championship medal awarded to Eulace Peacock

    Manufactured by
    Loren Murchison & Company, American
    Issued by
    New Jersey Association, American
    Received by
    Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996
    Date
    1933
    Medium
    gold and metal with silk, dye and thread
    Dimensions
    H x W x D (overall): 3 1/16 × 1 1/2 × 1/4 in. (7.8 × 3.8 × 0.6 cm)
    H x W x D (pin): 1/4 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (0.7 × 3.6 × 0.6 cm)
    H x W x D (ribbon): 1 3/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/4 in. (3 × 3.4 × 0.6 cm)
    H x W x D (medal): 1 5/8 × 1 1/2 × 1/8 in. (4.1 × 3.8 × 0.3 cm)
    Description
    New Jersey Association Championship first place medal awarded for the Running Broad Jump event to Eulace Peacock in 1933. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a red, white, and blue ribbon attached to a gold toned medal. The pin has a “C” clasp closure the back and a bar that holds the ribbon. The ribbon is crimped to the front of the bar on either side. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a round, gold colored medal held in place with a jump ring. The obverse of the medal is edged with a concentric circle. A relief, winged Goddess of Victory is centrally depicted. She is depicted in full length wearing a dress that drapes from her shoulders and pools behind her. She is standing with her proper left foot held slightly forward and both arms raised. She holds laurel branches in both hands and her wings are extended behind her. Around the edge of the medal is relief text that reads [NEW JERSEY ASSOCIATION CHAMPIONSHIP], divided by three (3) stars. To the right of the figure is a horseshoe shaped emblem of two entwined letters, [AA], and the relief text [U.S.] below. The reverse of the medal printed in relief around the sides and bottom of the medal is a laurel leaf wreath. At the top is a relief of the official state seal of New Jersey, featuring two female figures standing on either side of a shield decorated with three plows. There is forwarding facing helmet above the shield, and above the helmet is a horse’s head depicted in profile. Below is a banner with three folds. Printed on the folds are the New Jersey state motto, [LIBERTY &], [PROSPERITY], and the date of New Jersey’s statehood, [1776], on the fold below. The female figure on the left is the goddess Liberty. She holds a staff topped with the liberty cap in her proper right hand. The female figure on the right is the goddess Ceres, who holds a cornucopia filled with agricultural products in her proper left hand. In the center is a stamp that reads [1ST / 1933] and engraved text below that reads, [RUN B.J.]. Along the bottom edge of the medal is a stamped makers mark that reads [1/10 G.F. / MURCHISON / NEWARK].
    Place made
    Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America
    Place used
    New Jersey, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Awards and Medals
    Type
    pins (fasteners)
    medals
    Topic
    Athletes
    Children
    Track and field
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    A2014.63.105.1.49
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5b7e21915-c22f-43ff-89a7-deaf05eff9f8
  • Les Animaux vus par les Meilleurs Animaliers: Volume 1 Animaux Décoratif

    Written by
    Dayot, Armand, French, 1851 - 1934
    Published by
    Editions d'Art Charles Moreau, French
    Owned by
    Jones, Loïs Mailou, American, 1905 - 1998
    Date
    1930
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 13 3/16 × 10 1/4 × 9/16 in. (33.5 × 26 × 1.5 cm)
    Title
    Book from the library of artist Loïs Mailou Jones
    Description
    Hardcover Volume 1 of 2 with fifty (50) plates in the book. The top half of the front cover is blue with printed black text which reads [VOLUME 1 / LES ANIMAUX / VUS PAR LES MEILLEURS ANIMALIERS / REALISATIONS _ DESSINS _ ETUDES _ ETC]. The bottom half is tan with printed black text [ANIMAUX / DECORATIFS / PRESENTES PAR ARMAND DAYOT]. At the bottom is [EDITIONS D'ART CHARLES MOREAU / 8 ET 10 RUE DE PRAGUE _ PARIX XII J. DE. SNOS] printed in black. There is a small ribbon closure connecting the front and back covers over the plates. The spine has [Vol. 1 AUX DECORATIFS] printed in black. The back cover is blank. The interior front cover has a black and white bookplate with an image of Notre Dame and a woman painting which reads [EX LIBRIS / Lois Mailou Jones / DKW]. The book has handwritten inscriptions.
    Classification
    Documents and Published Materials-Published Works
    Movement
    Harlem Renaissance (New Negro Movement)
    Type
    hardcover books
    Topic
    Art
    Design
    Ornamentation
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2016.26.5.12.1
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd504cdfedf-ab58-433e-9160-90ae4d7f2c04
  • Amateur Athletic Union medal awarded to Eulace Peacock

    Manufactured by
    Dieges & Clust, American, founded 1898
    Issued by
    Amateur Athletic Union, American, founded 1888
    Received by
    Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996
    Date
    1935
    On View
    Community/Third Floor, 3 052
    Exhibition
    Sports: Leveling the Playing Field
    Medium
    metal with silk, dye and thread
    Dimensions
    H x W x D (overall): 3 7/8 × 1 3/4 × 3/16 in. (9.8 × 4.4 × 0.4 cm)
    H x W x D (pin): 5/16 × 1 3/4 × 3/16 in. (0.8 × 4.4 × 0.4 cm)
    H x W x D (ribbon): 1 1/2 × 1 5/8 × 1/16 in. (3.8 × 4.1 × 0.2 cm)
    H x W x D (medal): 1 3/4 × 1 3/4 × 1/8 in. (4.4 × 4.4 × 0.3 cm)
    Description
    Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) gold medal for the Broad Jump event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1935. The medal consists of a gold colored pin holding a red, white, and blue ribbon attached to a gold medal. The gold tone pin is rectangular shaped with a safety pin closure on the back as well as another pin below that holds the ribbon. The front of the pin is a small relief frame with text that reads [CHAMPIONSHIP]. Below the pin is a red, white, and blue ribbon. It is looped through the back bottom pin and held in place with thread. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a round, gold colored medal held in place with a jump ring. The obverse of the medal is edged with two concentric circles. In the center of the medal is a relief depiction of a Greek goddess standing in three quarters profile with her proper right knee resting on a round shield decorated with a seven (7) ray sun motif. Her proper right hand is extended, holding a laurel wreath, and draped over her proper left forearm are two additional wreaths. Printed in relief around the central figure is the text [AMATEUR ATHLETIC UNION OF THE UNITED STATES MDCCCLXXXVIII]. The reverse of the medal is also edged with two concentric circles. A relief depiction of a laurel wreath interlaced with sporting equipment runs around almost the full outer edge of the circle. At the top is the text [CHAM] and [PION] divided by a winged cleated shoe. Inscribed in the center of the medal is engraved text that reads [1935 / BROAD JUMP]. There is maker's mark printed in relief on the bottom edge of the medal that reads [DIEGES & CLUST].
    Place made
    New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Awards and Medals
    Type
    pins (fasteners)
    medals
    Topic
    Athletes
    Track and field
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    A2014.63.105.1.1
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5d1a852d7-301b-42b9-be40-edcb1d9a82ac
  • Union County Track & Field Meet medal awarded to Eulace Peacock

    Manufactured by
    Loren Murchison & Company, American
    Received by
    Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996
    Date
    ca. 1930
    Medium
    metal
    Dimensions
    H x W x D (overall): 1 9/16 × 1 5/16 × 3/16 in. (3.9 × 3.4 × 0.5 cm)
    H x W x D (medal): 1 3/8 × 1 5/16 × 1/8 in. (3.5 × 3.4 × 0.3 cm)
    Description
    Union County Meet Track and Field medal for the discus event awarded to Eulace Peacock. The medal is bronze colored and clover shaped. The obverse of the medal has a relief circular frame outlined with three (3) bands. In the center is relief bust depiction of the Greek god, Hermes, depicted profile, facing the left side of the medal. Hermes is wearing a winged helmet and a relief sunburst pattern surrounds him. Printed in relief around the edges of the medal is the text, [UNION / COUNTY] at the top and [TRACK & FIELD MEET] at the bottom. On the reverse of the medal, at the top center, is engraved text that reads [H.S.A. / DISCUS]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark that reads, [MURCHISON / NEWARK NJ].
    Place made
    Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America
    Place used
    Union County, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Awards and Medals
    Type
    medals
    Topic
    Athletes
    Track and field
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    A2014.63.105.1.107
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd55a89e045-d458-4fce-bbf5-82bf8a35356d
  • University of Pennsylvania Relay Carnival medal awarded to Eulace Peacock

    Designed by
    McKenzie, Robert Tait, Canadian, 1867 - 1938
    Manufactured by
    Medallic Art Company, Ltd., American, founded 1903
    Issued by
    University of Pennsylvania, American, founded 1740
    Received by
    Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996
    Subject of
    Franklin, Benjamin, American, 1706 - 1790
    Date
    1935
    Medium
    sterling silver and metal with silk (textile) , dye and thread
    Dimensions
    H x W x D (overall): 3 3/8 × 1 1/2 × 1/4 in. (8.5 × 3.8 × 0.6 cm)
    H x W x D (pin): 1/4 × 1 3/8 × 1/4 in. (0.7 × 3.5 × 0.6 cm)
    H x W x D (ribbon): 1 5/8 × 1 3/8 × 1/4 in. (4.1 × 3.5 × 0.7 cm)
    H x W x D (medal): 1 5/8 × 1 7/16 × 1/16 in. (4.1 × 3.7 × 0.2 cm)
    Description
    University of Pennsylvania Relay Carnival silver medal for the Running Hop, Step and Jump event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1935. The medal consists of a silver toned bar pin holding a red and blue striped ribbon. The pin has a “C” clasp closure on the back and a bar that holds the ribbon. The ribbon is looped over the bar and stitched into place with thread. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a round, silver colored medal held in place with two (2) jump rings threaded through the bezel at the top of the medal and the bottom of the ribbon. On the obverse of the medal is a relief depiction Benjamin Franklin in profile, seated in his library chair on a dais, facing a line of four (4) nude, male runners. Franklin is wearing an 18th century frock coat and cravat. He is depicted in profile shaking the first runner’s hand with his proper right hand and holding a laurel branch in his proper left hand. The runners are all depicted in profile facing Franklin. The runner at the front of the line is depicted with his proper left foot resting on the dais and his proper left hand resting on his thigh. The runner’s proper right hand is extended and shaking Benjamin Franklin’s hand. The second runner is leaning against the first runner’s back and has his proper left hand resting on the shoulder of the first runner. The third runner is depicted with his arms crossed over his chest and his proper left foot held slightly forward. The fourth runner is depicted with his proper left foot held slightly forward. He is holding a baton in his proper right hand behind his back. Relief text at the top of the medal reads [RELAY CARNIVAL / FOUNDED 1895]. Relief text at the bottom of the medal reads [UNIVERSITY / OF PENNSYLVANIA]. On the reverse of the medal, at the top center, is engraved text that reads, [RUNNING / HOP, STEP AND JUMP / 1935]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark that reads, [MEDALLIO / ART CO. / NEW YORK / SILVER].
    Place made
    New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
    Place used
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Awards and Medals
    Type
    pins (fasteners)
    medals
    Topic
    Athletes
    Education
    Track and field
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    A2014.63.105.1.113
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5f03e6787-4466-4960-84b0-b802e113e4e7

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