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  • Delegate

    Published by
    MelPat Associates, American, 1965 - 1986
    Created by
    Patrick, C. Melvin, American, died 1985
    Subject of
    Attucks, Crispus, American, 1723 - 1770
    Truth, Sojourner, American, 1797 - 1883
    Tubman, Harriet, American, 1822 - 1913
    Roberts, Sarah C., American, born 1844
    McKinney Steward, Susan, American, 1847 - 1918
    Scott, Dred, American, ca 1800 - 1858
    Douglass, Frederick, American, 1818 - 1895
    Washington, Booker T., American, 1856 - 1915
    Carver, George Washington, American, 1860s - 1943
    W.E.B. Du Bois, American, 1868 - 1963
    Joplin, Scott, American, 1867 - 1917
    Garvey, Marcus, Jamaican, 1887 - 1940
    Johnson, James Weldon, American, 1871 - 1938
    Father Divine, American, ca. 1876 - 1965
    Randolph, A. Philip, American, 1889 - 1979
    Powell, Adam Clayton Jr., American, 1908 - 1972
    Rosa Parks, American, 1913 - 2005
    Evers, Medgar, American, 1925 - 1963
    Dr. King, Martin Luther Jr., American, 1929 - 1968
    President Johnson, Lyndon Baines, American, 1908 - 1973
    Bethune, Mary McLeod, American, 1875 - 1955
    National Association of Black Social Workers, American, founded 1968
    Congressional Black Caucus, American, founded 1971
    Prince Hall Freemasonry, founded 1784
    National Newspaper Publishers Association, American, founded 1827
    Chi Delta Mu Fraternity, Inc., American, founded 1913
    National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, American, founded 1909
    Lambda Kappa Mu Sorority, Inc., American, founded 1937
    Shriners International, American, founded 1870
    National Pan-Hellenic Council, American, founded 1930
    National Dental Association, American, founded 1913
    Improved Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks of the World, American, founded 1898
    Democratic Party, American, founded 1828
    Republican Party, American, founded 1854
    Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc., American, founded 1932
    Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, American, founded 1920
    National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Clubs, Inc., American, founded 1935
    National United Church Ushers Association of America, Inc., American, founded 1919
    Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., American, founded 1943
    Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., American, founded 1906
    National Urban League, American, founded 1910
    Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., founded 1922
    National Medical Association, American, founded 1895
    Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., American, founded 1911
    National Council of Negro Women, founded 1935
    Daughters of Isis, American, founded 1910
    Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., American, founded 1911
    369th Veterans Association, American
    Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, American, founded 1914
    Hughes, Langston, American, 1902 - 1967
    Robeson, Paul, American, 1898 - 1976
    Charles, Ezzard Mack, American, 1921 - 1975
    Date
    1976
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 10 13/16 × 8 7/16 × 3/8 in. (27.5 × 21.4 × 1 cm)
    Description
    A 1976 issue of Delegate magazine published by MelPat Associates. The cover of the magazine features a collage of cropped black and white photographic portraits. In the center is an angled blue square with text that reads [DELEGATE] in white text and [76] in striped red and white text, with a circle of stars in the center of the six [6]. Black text on the white spine reads [BI-CENNTENNIAL EDITION - DELEGATE 1976].
    The magazine’s content opens on the first page with an editorial note titled “The Long Journey from the back of the bus,” about how this issue of the Delegate will focus on “200 years of Contributions Blacks gave this nation as part of our Bicentennial Celebration.” There is also a masthead reading [DELEGATE, 1976] and a table of contents.
    The majority of this issue consists of a 137 page article titled “The Negro in America, 1550-1976.” The content then continues with articles and profiles of African American business organizations, business leaders, community organizations, sororities, fraternities, doctors, dentists, politicians, actors, and journalists. This includes the National Association of Black Social Workers, The National Caucus of Black School Board Members, Prince Hall Masons, Prince Hall Grand Lodge, Empire State Medical Association, National Newspaper Publishers Association, Links, Chi Delta Mu Fraternity, NAACP, Navy, Elks of the World, Democratic Party, Chi Eta Phi, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Common Cause Ladies, National Association of Business and Professional Negro Womens Club, National United Church Ushers Association, Eta Phi Beta Sorority, National Bar Association, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, National Urban League, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, NBC, National Medical Association, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, National Association of Negro Women, CBS, Shriners, Daughters of Isis, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Republican National Convention, Museum of Art, Whitney M. Young Classic, Black Caucus, 369th Veterans Association, Phi Beta Sigma, Paul Robeson and Langston Hughes, Edges,
    The issue concludes with a “Lest We Forget” page with a list of individuals who had passed away, including Ezzard Charles and Paul Robeson. There are approximately 348 pages with black and white photographs and advertisements throughout, as well as a few advertisements in color. The back cover of the magazine features a full page advertisement for Kool cigarettes.
    Place made
    Harlem, New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Documents and Published Materials-Published Works
    Type
    magazines (periodicals)
    Topic
    Advertising
    Associations and institutions
    Business
    Communities
    Fraternal organizations
    Fraternities
    Government
    HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities)
    Journalism
    Labor
    Mass media
    Men
    Political organizations
    Politics
    Professional organizations
    Religious groups
    Social life and customs
    Sororities
    U.S. History, 1969-2001
    U.S. History, Colonial period, 1600-1775
    United States History
    Urban life
    Women
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Anne B. Patrick and the family of Hilda E. Stokely
    Object number
    2012.167.10
    Restrictions & Rights
    Public domain
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5e57ffdd9-2ab1-46da-b6e7-10757007351f
  • National Championship belt presented to Ezzard Charles

    Issued by
    Amateur Athletic Union, American, founded 1888
    Received by
    Charles, Ezzard Mack, American, 1921 - 1975
    Manufactured by
    Unidentified
    Date
    1938
    Medium
    cloth , copper alloy
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 5 × 33 × 1/4 in. (12.7 × 83.8 × 0.6 cm)
    Description
    A championship belt presented to Ezzard Charles consists of red, white, and blue striped ribbon with black backing. Back is lined in blue silk. Thinner blue silk ribbons sewn to either end act as the fastener. A rectangular brass plate in the center of belt boasts a circular medallion depicting a woman in flowing robes and a compass. Text around the top and bottom of the plate reads [NATIONAL / CHAMPIONSHIP]. Raised text around the medallion reads [AMATEUR ATHLETIC UNION OF THE UNITED STATES MDCCCLXXXVIII]. Either side of medallion stands a bare knuckle boxer. The Ring Magazine Boxing Fighter of the Year 1950 award (2017.28.5) is pinned to the belt.
    Place used
    United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Awards and Medals
    Type
    belts (costume accessories)
    Topic
    Athletes
    Boxing
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Deborah Charles in loving memory of Ezzard Charles
    Object number
    2017.28.4
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5b7870711-bc1e-4a1c-962b-4071a3e540fc
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    Police Gazette Championship Belt and presentation case awarded to Ezzard Charles

    Issued by
    National Police Gazette, American, 1845 - 1977
    Received by
    Charles, Ezzard Mack, American, 1921 - 1975
    Manufactured by
    Unidentified
    Date
    1948
    On View
    Community/Third Floor, 3 052
    Exhibition
    Sports: Leveling the Playing Field
    Medium
    copper alloy
    Dimensions
    H x W x D (Belt): 9 3/4 × 41 3/4 × 1 in. (24.8 × 106 × 2.5 cm)
    H x W x D (Case): 3 × 45 × 12 in. (7.6 × 114.3 × 30.5 cm)
    Description
    Copper alloy boxing championship belt with presentation case awarded to Ezzard Charles in 1948. Consists of large central plate and four plates either side. Central plate has circular photo of Ezzard Charles above which is an eagle with outstretched wings flanked on both sides by US, British and what might be French flags. Flags are enameled. The top of the plate has detached circular element with clear colored stones (possible paste or glass) encompassing the head of a wolf. The eagle carries a banner that reads [POLICE GAZETTE HEAVY WEIGHT CHAMPION PRIZE RING BELT OF THE WORLD]. At bottom of the central plate is a banner that reads [PRESENTED BY H. H. ROSWELL POLICE GAZETTE / 1948].
    Looking left of the central plate the first plate depicts a boxer in raised relief, next is an English rose, next is a US shield with eagle and the final plate is engraved with previous recipients of the award. Attached to the final plate is a clasp with two holes for fastening the belt. Looking right of central plate depicted in raised relief is another boxer, next is the Scottish thistle, followed by the Irish harp and the final plate is engraved with previous winner of this award. Attached to the final plate is the other half of the clasp with two raised stubs that coincide with the holes on the other half. The plates are joined together with hinges with long barrels, blunt at the top and pointed at the bottom.
    The exterior of the case is black with three closing clasps and a central handle. Interior is lined with dark blue vinyl/paper and purple velvet and there are four pairs of Cu alloy straps that would have been wrapped in velvet and used to hold belt in place.
    Place depicted
    United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Awards and Medals
    Type
    belts (costume accessories)
    cases (containers)
    Topic
    Athletes
    Boxing
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Deborah Charles in loving memory of Ezzard Charles
    Object number
    2017.28.2.1-.2
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5c7c94d27-739f-4c09-93eb-14bd51d49bc3
  • The Ring Magazine Boxing Fighter of the Year 1950 award for Ezzard Charles

    Manufactured by
    Unidentified
    Received by
    Charles, Ezzard Mack, American, 1921 - 1975
    Issued by
    Ring Magazine, American, founded 1922
    Date
    1950
    Medium
    cloth , copper alloy
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 4 1/2 × 2 3/8 × 3/16 in. (11.5 × 6 × 0.5 cm)
    Description
    A medal awarded to Ezzard Charles by The Ring Magazine for the year 1950. The medal consists of a top plate that reads [The / RING / FIGHTER OF THE YEAR / AWARD], below which hang two chains, the ends of which are joined by a second plate with text reading [PRESENTED TO / EZZARD CHARLES] flanked by boxing gloves. Below the second plate hangs a single chain to which is attached an oval pendant. The center of the pendant depicts two boxers fighting, and the reverse depicts a shield bearing stars and stripes with an eagle above it. The top plate holds in place a red, white and blue ribbon. The edge of the pendant depicts radiant bands. The award is attached to the National Championship belt for 1938 (2017.28.4).
    Place made
    United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Awards and Medals
    Type
    commemorative medals
    Topic
    Athletes
    Boxing
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Deborah Charles in loving memory of Ezzard Charles
    Object number
    2017.28.5
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd50a8b3375-15f3-4999-a705-fbb8c5a9c070
  • 1950 Ring Magazine Heavyweight Championship Belt awarded to Ezzard Charles

    Issued by
    Ring Magazine, American, founded 1922
    Received by
    Charles, Ezzard Mack, American, 1921 - 1975
    Manufactured by
    Unidentified
    Date
    1950
    Medium
    cloth , leather , brass (alloy) , enamel , elastic
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 6 11/16 × 43 5/16 × 1 in. (17 × 110 × 2.5 cm)
    Description
    1950 Ring Magazine Heavyweight Championship Belt awarded to Ezzard Charles. Elasticated belt consisting of bands of red, white and blue fabric over gold backing. Both ends are leather with three straps and three buckles for fastening. Large central brass plate and three smaller plates on either side all depicted with right facing eagles on top. Center plate reads [The RING / MAGAZINE / AWARD / WORLD / HEAVYWEIGHT / CHAMPIONSHIP / WON BY / EZZARD CHARLES]. The three plates to the left read [DEFEATED / JOE WALCOTT / 15 ROUNDS N.B.A. TITLE / JUNE 22, 1949 / IN / CHICAGO], [KNOCKED OUT / GUS LESNEVICH / 7 ROUNDS / AUG. 10, 1949 / IN / NEW YORK], and [DEFEATED / JOE LOUIS / IN / 15 ROUNDS]. The three plates to the right read [AT / YANKEE STADIUM / NEW YORK / SEPT. 27, / 1950] (plate is continuation of plate on other side of center plate), [KNOCKED OUT / PATVALENTINO / 8 ROUND / OCT 14 1949 / IN SAN FRANCISCO], and [KNOCKED OUT / FREDDY BESHORE / 14 ROUNDS / AUG 15, 1950 / IN / BUFFALO].
    Place used
    United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Awards and Medals
    Type
    belts (costume accessories)
    Topic
    Athletes
    Boxing
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Deborah Charles in loving memory of Ezzard Charles
    Object number
    2017.28.1
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd51eaca2c0-64b4-45ce-bba2-a85a02529eb3
  • The Ring Magazine Boxing Fighter of the Year 1949 award for Ezzard Charles

    Issued by
    Ring Magazine, American, founded 1922
    Received by
    Charles, Ezzard Mack, American, 1921 - 1975
    Manufactured by
    Unidentified
    Date
    1949
    Medium
    cloth , copper alloy
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 5 × 2 × 1/8 in. (12.7 × 5.1 × 0.3 cm)
    Description
    A medal awarded to Ezzard Charles by The Ring Magazine for the year 1949. The medal consists of a top plate that reads [The / RING / MERIT AWARD], below which hang two chains, the ends of which are joined by a decorative boxing glove motif. Below the gloves hangs a single chain to which is attached a second plate with a medallion of two boxers fighting. Engraving below the medallion reads [Boxing's Fighter / of the Year / For / 1949]. A red, white, and blue striped ribbon (possibly silk) attached to the back of the top plate and hangs behind the medal. Back of medal reads [Awarded to / Ezzard Charles / For His / Outstanding / Contribution / to / Boxing].
    Place used
    United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Awards and Medals
    Type
    commemorative medals
    Topic
    Athletes
    Boxing
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Deborah Charles in loving memory of Ezzard Charles
    Object number
    2017.28.3
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd58d26f32a-ea22-4023-b508-448c2d2753c3
  • Photographic print of boxer Ezzard Charles

    Photograph by
    Charles "Teenie" Harris, American, 1908 - 1998
    Subject of
    Charles, Ezzard Mack, American, 1921 - 1975
    Date
    February 1950
    Medium
    silver and photographic gelatin on photographic paper
    Dimensions
    H x W (Image): 6 1/2 × 8 5/8 in. (16.5 × 21.9 cm)
    H x W (Sheet): 8 × 10 in. (20.3 × 25.4 cm)
    Description
    A black and white photograph of Ezzard Charles punching a heavy bag. He wears boxing gloves and a padded shirt with light colored sweatpants. The wall and the floor surrounding him are bare. The back of the photograph has two barcode stickers and a yellow circle sticker at center.
    Place depicted
    Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Media Arts-Photography
    Type
    gelatin silver prints
    Topic
    Athletes
    Boxing
    Photography
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift from Charles A. Harris and Beatrice Harris in memory of Charles "Teenie" Harris
    Object number
    2014.302.32
    Restrictions & Rights
    © Carnegie Museum of Art, Charles "Teenie" Harris Archive
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd56ef5aeeb-b87b-43a1-88e4-1e5454f6c261
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