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  • Journalist pass for Super Bowl XLVI owned by Jim Vance

    Owned by
    Jim Vance, American, 1942 - 2017
    Distributed by
    National Football League, American, founded 1920
    Printed by
    Unidentified
    Subject of
    NBC4 Universal, American
    New England Patriots, American, founded 1959
    New York Giants, American, founded 1925
    Date
    February 2012
    Medium
    ink on paper, plastic, metal, nylon
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 23 5/8 × 3 3/8 × 3/8 in. (60 × 8.5 × 1 cm)
    H x W (2018.107.11a): 5 7/16 × 3 3/8 in. (13.8 × 8.5 cm)
    H x W x D (2018.107.11b): 18 1/2 × 9/16 × 3/8 in. (47 × 1.5 × 1 cm)
    Description
    A journalist pass from Super Bowl XLVI owned by Jim Vance. The badge (2018.107.11a) has a blue, nylon lanyard (2018.107.11b) with metal clasp that fasten to the badge in two places. The badge is red with the Super Bowl XLVI logo at top and “MEDIA” in white text printed vertically on the right. Printed in white, vertical text on the left side of the badge is "NOT GOOD AT STADIUM ON GAME DAY." At the center of the badge is a color image of Jim Vance next to a bar code. Printed in black text below the image is “JIM / VANCE / WRC.” A smaller image of Jim Vance is below the barcode. The back of the badge is white with black text regarding the terms and conditions of the badge.
    Place used
    Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, United States, North and Central America
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    passes (tickets)
    Topic
    Football
    Identity
    Journalism
    Local and regional
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Estate of James H. Vance, III
    Object number
    2018.107.11ab
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd55b220e7d-c7e9-4ac5-bd6f-87aedef92b42
  • Journalist pass for Super Bowl XLVI owned by Jim Vance

    Distributed by
    National Football League, American, founded 1920
    Printed by
    Unidentified
    Owned by
    Jim Vance, American, 1942 - 2017
    Subject of
    New England Patriots, American, founded 1959
    New York Giants, American, founded 1925
    Date
    February 5, 2012
    Medium
    ink on paper, plastic, metal, nylon
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 26 × 5 7/8 × 3/8 in. (66 × 15 × 1 cm)
    H x W (2018.107.12a): 7 5/16 × 5 7/8 in. (18.5 × 15 cm)
    H x W x D (2018.107.12b): 15 3/4 × 9/16 × 3/8 in. (40 × 1.5 × 1 cm)
    Description
    A journalist pass from Super Bowl XLVI owned by Jim Vance. The badge (2018.107.12a) has a blue, nylon lanyard (2018.107.12b) with metal clasp that fasten to the badge in two places. The badge is divided into two separate passes laminated in plastic. The top pass is blue and red with white text. It reads “AUXILIARY PRESS” at top and has seating information and the Super Bowl XLVI logo at the bottom. It is blank on the back. The bottom pass is red with the Super Bowl XLVI logo at left and “MEDIA” in white text printed vertically on the right. At the center of the badge is a color image of Jim Vance next to a bar code. Printed in black text next to the image is “JIM / VANCE / WRC.” Printed at the bottom of the pass is “GAME DAY.” The back of the bottom pass is white with black text regarding the terms and conditions of the badge.
    Place used
    Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, United States, North and Central America
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    passes (tickets)
    Topic
    Identity
    Journalism
    Local and regional
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Estate of James H. Vance, III
    Object number
    2018.107.12ab
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd51ecb0713-9d9e-40f0-a33c-8b32261b4492
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    Letter from US Senator Phil Gramm to Carl Lewis

    Written by
    Senator Gramm, Phil, American, born 1942
    Owned by
    Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961
    Date
    August 1, 1996
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 9 1/8 x 6 7/8 in. (23.2 x 17.5 cm)
    Description
    Typed letter from Phil Gramm, US Senator from Texas, to Carl Lewis, with Gramm's signature. Dated August 1, 1996. Cream colored paper with black ink. It reads [United States Senate / WASHINGTON, D.C. / PHIL GRAMM / TEXAS/August 1, 1996 / Mr. Carl Lewis / USA Track and Field / Post Office Box 120 / Indianapolis, Indiana / 46206 (46225) / Dear Carl: / I have recently learned that on July 29, you had / the distinct honor of being awarded a record trying / ninth career gold medal in track and field. / This is an accomplishment of which you, your / family, and the United States of American can be / justifiably proud, and I offer my congratulations / on your fine achievement. / May your future endeavors be as rewarding and successful. / Your respectfully / Phil Gramm / PHILL GRAMM / United States Senator / NOT PRINTED OR MAILED AT TAXPAYER'S EXPENSE]
    Place made
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Place used
    Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Documents and Published Materials
    Type
    letters (correspondence)
    Topic
    Athletes
    Politics (Practical)
    Track and field
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Carl Lewis Estate
    Object number
    2012.154.13
    Restrictions & Rights
    Public Domain
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd58529168f-6c08-4b65-aa14-47264a918cc9
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    Letter from US Representative Kenneth E. Bentsen, Jr. to Carl Lewis

    Written by
    Representative Bentsen, Kenneth, Jr., American, born 1959
    Owned by
    Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961
    Date
    August 14, 1996
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 10 15/16 x 8 7/16 in. (27.8 x 21.4 cm)
    Description
    Typed letter from Kenneth E. Bentsen, Jr., Texas Congressman, to Carl Lewis, with Bentsen's signature. Dated August 14, 1996. Blue U.S. House of Representatives letterhead at the top. The letter reads [August 14, 1996 / Mr. Carl Lewis / c / o USA Track & Field, P.O. Box 120 / One RCA Dome, Ste. 140 / Indianapolis, Indiana 46206 / Dear Carl: / I wish to join your family, friends, and teammates in congratulating you on your great / success at the centennial Olympic games in Atlanta and your ninth Olympic gold. I am impressed / by your outstanding performance. I consider it a great honor to be able to say that I represent that / most successful track star ever! / Good luck on your future plans. You are an inspiration to all Americans of what we can / achieve through hard work and dedication. / With kindest personal regards, / Sincerely, Kenneth Bentsen / Kenneth E. Bentsen, Jr. / Member of Congress / KEB: int1]
    Place made
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Place used
    Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Documents and Published Materials
    Type
    letters (correspondence)
    Topic
    Athletes
    Track and field
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Carl Lewis Estate
    Object number
    2012.154.14
    Restrictions & Rights
    Public Domain
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5102017c4-3084-49bb-87c4-50cd8a920919
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    Letter from US Representative Tom DeLay to Carl Lewis

    Written by
    Representative DeLay, Tom, American, born 1947
    Owned by
    Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961
    Date
    August 27, 1996
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 10 15/16 x 8 1/2 in. (27.8 x 21.6 cm)
    Description
    Typed letter from Tom DeLay., Texas Congressman, to Carl Lewis, with DeLay's signature. Dated August 27, 1996. Blue U.S. House of Representatives letterhead at the top. The letter reads [August 27, 1996 / Mr. Carl Lewis / USA Track & Field / P.O. Box 120 / (One RCA Dome, Ste. 140) / Indianapolis, IN 46206 (46225) / Dear Mr. Lewis: I wanted to take the opportunity to congratulate you for your exceptional performance in / the U.S. Olympic long jump competition. / Once again, you have proven yourself an excellent and enduring athlete. Your hard work / and dedication have paid off, adding more medals to your already flourishing collection. This is / something of which you deserve to be immensely proud. / Congratulations on your accomplishments. You are a fine representative of the United / States and the great state of Texas, and I wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors. / Sincerely / Tom DeLay / Tom DeLay / Member of Congress / TD:ple]
    Place used
    Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, United States, North and Central America
    Place made
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Documents and Published Materials
    Type
    letters (correspondence)
    Topic
    Athletes
    Track and field
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Carl Lewis Estate
    Object number
    2012.154.15
    Restrictions & Rights
    Public Domain
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5f5b438e1-0aa9-481a-ad24-854572049856
  • Text Book of the Madam C. J. Walker Schools of Beauty Culture

    Published by
    Walker, Madam C.J. Manufacturing Company, American, founded 1906
    Owned by
    Walker, Madam C.J., American, 1867 - 1919
    Date
    1940
    Medium
    cardboard and cloth, ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 9 1/4 x 6 5/16 x 5/8 in. (23.5 x 16 x 1.6 cm)
    Description
    This hardback text book has a blue cloth cover with white lettering that reads "TEXT BOOK / OF THE / MADAM C. J. WALKER SCHOOLS / OF / BEAUTY CULTURE / The Mme. C. J. Walker Manufacturing Co., Inc." Text at the top of the spine reads "TEXT BOOK / OF / BEAUTY/ CULTURE." This copy is a Third Edition copyrighted 1940 and published by The Madam C. J. Walker Manufacturing Co., Inc. It contains semi-glossy white pages with black text, graphics, and photographs demonstrating beauty treatments.
    Transcription Center Status
    Transcribed by digital volunteers
    Place printed
    Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, United States, North and Central America
    Place collected
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Documents and Published Materials-Published Works
    Type
    books
    Topic
    Beauty schools
    Business
    Education
    Social life and customs
    Women
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of A'Lelia Bundles / Madam Walker Family Archives
    Object number
    2013.153.1
    Restrictions & Rights
    © 1940 The Madam C. J. Walker Manufacturing Company, Inc.
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd53f059a32-2817-465d-9b3e-7b59a2839c04
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