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Founder's Day pilgrimage

A black and white photograph of the faculty and students from Bethune-Cookman University making the annual pilgrimage, which occurred around October 4 of each year, to the original site where Mary McLeod Bethune established her school. In the center of the photograph, leading the procession, is an African American male carrying a large American flag and wearing a suit. To the right of him is Mary McLeod Bethune, who is wearing a dark suit, white stockings, and is walking with a cane. To the right of her is another male student carrying a school flag. Behind them are two African American women, one of whom who is wearing the white school uniform. Behind them is the marching band/orchestra, who are all African American men wearing tuxedoes. They are carrying a variety of instruments, including trombones, cymbals, French horns, drums, tubas, and trumpets. They are marching along a dirt road running along Bethune-Cookman property. The street is lined in palm trees. In the distance at the right of the photograph, through the trees, can be seen a tall three-story building with a columned entrance. This building is believed to be Cookman Hall. To the left of the building is another white building. At the left of the image is a two-story building with a front porch. On the front porch is a sign that is partially visible and reads, "School --." Hanging from the second floor of this house is an American flag. Parked along the road are two cars. A man can be seen standing in between them, resting his hand on the headlight of the car to the right. Standing on the sidewalk behind the car to the left is another woman in a coat and hat. On the back of the photograph is written in pencil, "Annual pilgrimage to the cottage where President Bethune started her program of school-building in Daytona Beach; Pres. Bethune, Release no. 38, File no. 1." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Frances B. Keyser with school children

A black and white image of the school children of Keyser Elementary posing with the school's founder, Frances B. Keyser. Keyser Elementary was a part of Bethune-Cookman University for many years. Frances B. Keyser can be seen sitting in the first row all the way at the right of the image, in a long-sleeved white shirt and long skirt. The students are posing on the steps of White Hall, of which the brick exterior, white columned entrance, and sign, "White Hall," can be seen in this photograph. The students are very young, ranging in age from toddlers to young teenagers. They are all wearing the school uniform of the time: a white shirt, a tie, skirts for the girls and pants for the boys, as well as stockings and boots. An unidentified woman is seated in the first row at the left. A woman can be seen standing in the window on the first floor at the left of the image. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Fraternity

A black and white photo of a group of fraternity members kneeling on the ground near a mock headstone and burial on Bethune-Cookman's campus. They are doing a "victory prayer." They have constructed a headstone, a pile of sand, and stuck two shoes at the end of the pile of dirt to make is appear as if a body has been buried. The headstone read "Fam-Rats died XI - XIX - LXVI (11-19-1966)." The "Fam-Rats" is probably a reference to the Florida A&M Universty (FAMU) team. The five fraternity members are kneeling with their hands making a "prayer" symbol. They are each wearing hats that have Greek letters on the front, but it's unknown what fraternity is represented. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer's studio.
Freshmen march in Homecoming parade

A black and white image of the Freshmen class of Bethune-Cookman University marching in a parade in Daytona Beach. The freshmen are African American men and women and are all wearing white shirts. Some of the freshmen are wearing sunglasses. One of the freshmen is carrying a sign which reads "We are Green Freshmen." Another student is carrying a sign that reads, "Freshman Class 1967." The group is marching down the middle of the street, lined on both sides with spectators. On the right side of the image the spectators are sitting on an elevated ledge. The spectators on the left side of the road are standing in front of a building. On the outside of the building is a telephone booth. In front of the freshman class can be seen two trumpet players from the marching band. Behind the freshmen, in the background of the image, can be seen a float with women standing on top in white dresses. On the left side across from this float, there is a sign that says, "Blacks." Behind that is a sign for a gas station that says "Phillips 66." The parade stretches off into the distance. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer, which includes the address and the phone number for the studio. There is also a yearbook stamp which reads, "Page no. 253, Pix. no. 5, Order 3718-68." Written in blue ink is, "#5, Homecoming Parade." Written in pencil is the date, 1968.
Fultz Quadruplets

A black and white image taken of the Fultz Quadruplets in Daytona Beach, Florida. The Fultz Quadruplets were the first identical African American quadruplets on record. The quadruplets are pictured in the photograph, left to right: Mary Louise, Mary Alice, Mary Catherine, and Mary Ann. They are wearing identical tweed coats, black gloves, and black bowler hats. They are standing on the right side of a racing car, which has the numer "16" inside a white circle on the side doors and also on the hood. A white piece of paper is stuck under the windshield wiper on the car. On the roof of the car sits the girls' black handbags, lined up in a row. Behind the girls is a white garage, where the windows and the garage door handle can be seen. To the back left of the girls can be seen a car, and just beyond that a van. A large circular sign, possibly a neon sign, with the word "Pure," on it, towers above the cars. A covered garage can also be seen in the image. The photograph was taken by a Bethune-Cookman University photographer during the girls' visit to the campus. On the back of the image is written in pencil, "Fultz Quads, 1960's, Mary Louise, Mary Alice, Mary Catherine, Mary Anne." A black stamp is also on the back. It reads, "Photo by Theodore Johnson, Bethune-Cookman College, Daytona Beach, Florida."
Gathering outside Keyser Elementary School

A black and white image of a large group of African American men, women, and children, gathered for a cookout outside of Keyser Elementary School. The men are wearing suits and the women are wearing dresses. At the right of the image, a group of men are gathered around a car which is parked in front of a large rectangular white building. This building housed Keyser Elementary School. At the left of the image is a group of women gathered around a table where food and beverages are sitting. To the left of them is a man holding a fire poker, preparing the barbecue. In the background of the image is an unidentified white building partially obscured by trees. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Georgia McLeod

A black and white image of Georgia McLeod, Mary McLeod Bethune's niece. Georgia McLeod lived with Mary McLeod Bethune in Daytona Beach for a long period of time, until Bethune's death. In this image, she is wearing a long-sleeved dress and a beaded necklace. She appears to have a piece of cloth wrapped in her hands, which are resting in her lap. She is wearing a wrist watch on her left wrist. She is posed in front of a cloth backdrop. On the back of the image is written in pencil, "Georgia McLeod, Mrs. Bethune's niece, 1940s." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Graduates

A black and white image of male and female African American students standing outside in an arch-shape. The men and women are wearing commencement caps and gowns, and are each holding a commencement program and a lit candle. They all appear to be singing. One man is wearing dark sunglasses, another man is wearing regular eyeglasses, and a female student is wearing regular eyeglasses. The stained glass windows from Heyn Chapel can be seen behind them. They are most likely singing a hymn following the yearly tree-planting ceremony which occurred at each commencement. On the back of the image is stamped in black ink "Photo by Theodore Johnson, Bethune-Cookman College, Daytona Beach, Florida."
Graduates

A black and white image of a line of African American male and female students lined up for an academic procession for a graduation ceremony. They are all wearing academic gowns, caps, and tassels. They are standing outside next to an unidentified college building on the Bethune-Cookman campus. Large trees are standing to the right of them. A sign in front of the building reads, "No parking anytime." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Graduating class

A black and white image of the graduating class at Bethune-Cookman University. They are posing on the steps of White Hall, of which can be seen the brick exterior, double doors, and columned entrance. A sign hanging above the double doors reads, "Enter to Learn." The graduates consist fifteen women, who are all wearing academic gowns, graduation caps, and tassels. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer's studio.
Graduating class

A black and white image of the graduating class at Bethune-Cookman University. They are posing on the steps of Harrison Rhodes Hall, of which can be seen the brick exterior, double doors, and large windows. The graduates are all wearing academic gowns, graduation caps, and tassels. A birdbath can be seen in the foreground of the image. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer's name.
Graduating class of 1930

A black and white image of African American men and women posing on the steps of Thomas White Hall. The brick exterior and columned entrance can be seen around them. The photo is of the two-year graduating college class of 1930, consisting of six women and eight men. They are wearing academic robes, graduation caps, and tassels. In the first row, center, is President Mary McLeod Bethune, also wearing academic robes, a cap, and tassel. A woman in matching skirt and jacket is standing at the far left with a purse. At the time this photo was taken, Bethune-Cookman University was a junior college. On the back of the photo is the stamp of the photographer.
Graduating class of 1933

A black and white image of the graduating class of 1933 at Bethune-Cookman University. They are posing on the steps of White Hall, of which can be seen the brick exterior, double doors, and columned entrance. The graduates consist of twelve men and seventeen women, who are all wearing academic gowns, graduation caps, and tassels. On the back of the photograph is the note, "College class of 1933." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Graduating nursing students

A black and white image of eight African American women posing for a class picture after graduating from the nursing program at Bethune-Cookman University (then known as the Daytona Normal and Industrial School for Girls) in 1918. Four women are standing behind four women who are sitting in chairs. All of the women are wearing nurses' uniforms-- a hat, apron, and long-sleeved shirt. They are posed in front of an unknown campus building. The names of the women have been written on the front of the picture by their corresponding person, but the handwriting is difficult to read. Standing row, from left to right: Ms. Evans, unknown, Sadie Styne, Marie White. Sitting row, left to right: Lillian Smith, Anna Laurie Williams, Ms. Packer, Roxie McL--. Also written on the front of the image is, ""Graduating clas in Nurses Training B.C.C."" The photographer of the image is unknown.
Graduation ceremony

A black and white image of the graduates and their family sitting in the audience in Heyn Chapel which is a part of Thomas White Hall. The graduates can be seen in the center of the photograph, wearing academic gowns, caps, and tassels. They are holding papers in their laps. Behind and to the left of them are their families, who are watching the graduation ceremonies. These men and women are wearing dresses, suits, and hats. The large windows can be seen on either side, and on the back wall of the auditorium is a sign that reads, "Depart to Serve." (There is a sign on the front entrance to White Hall that reads, "Enter to Learn"). The photographer of the image is unknown.
Graduation ceremony

A black and white image of teachers seated in the audeince during a graduation ceremony at Bethune-Cookman University. They are wearing academic gowns, caps, and tassels. Behind them are seated other audience members, including fellow teachers and students. The man seated fourth from the right in the first row is Thurman Stanback. On the back of the photograph is the note, "Faculty photo" and the yearbook photo stamp. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Graduation ceremony

A black and white image taken of rows of African American male and female students dressed in white and holding candles. They are standing and singing at a graduation ceremony for Bethune-Cookman University. They appear to be in an auditorium. The photo was taken for the Daytona News-Journal by photographer Pam Lockeby, whose stamp is on the back of the photograph.
Graduation ceremony

A black and white image of the faculty, staff, and college choir standing onstage in the auditorium in White Hall during a commencement. The faculty and staff are wearing academic gowns, caps, and tassels. A Caucasian man is standing directly behind the podium, speaking into a microphone. Standing to the right is Richard Vernon Moore, Sr., president of Bethune-Cookman University (1947-1975). Standing to the right of Dr. Moore is Mary McLeod Bethune. Behind the faculty stands the choir on risers. The choir consists of women wearing the school uniform. Hanging on the wall behind them is a portait of Mary McLeod Bethune. Also hanging above the entire group is a theater curtain with the "BCC" monogram on the front. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Graduation procession

A black and white photograph of a line of graduates walking in a procession toward Thomas White Hall. They can be seen in the center of the photograph, two-by-two standing on the sidewalk, wearing academic gowns, caps, and tassels. At the top of the image are two brick pillars which is the entrance to the school. Standing in between and behind those pillars is the school's marching band, whose drum major and players, with their instruments, can be seen. Parked on the road are two cars. A family can be seen walking toward the school from the top right of the image. On either side of the graduates, standing on the lawn or under trees, are family members, watching the procession. On the back of the photo is the stamp of the photographer's studio.
Graduation procession

A black and white photograph of a line of graduates walking in a procession toward Thomas White Hall. They can be seen in the center of the photograph, two-by-two standing on the sidewalk, wearing academic gowns, caps, and tassels. At the top of the image are two brick pillars which is the entrance to the school. Standing in between and behind those pillars is the school's marching band, whose drum major and players, with their instruments, can be seen. Mr. Valentine is identified as the band director. Across the road is the front of Harrison Rhodes Hall. Parked on the road are two cars. On either side of the graduates, standing on the lawn or under trees, are family members, watching the procession. On the back of the photo is the stamp of the photographer's studio.
Halifax District Hospital, Bethune campus

A black and white image of Halifax District Hospital, located on Bethune-Cookman College campus. In 1931, Halifax took over McLeod Hospital after its lease expired. The African American students had their own ward in the hospital. In the center of the image is the two-story, wood siding hospital. It has a first and second-story porch. On the first story porch, there are rocking chairs. A sidewalk leads up to the front steps. A dirt driveway leading up to the building has two cars parked on it. There are many trees visible in the image, such as tall palm trees and oak trees with Spanish moss. At the right of the image, in the background through the trees, can be seen the sides of other buildings and a white picket fence. To the left of the hospital can be seen a fenced-in area where a horse is standing. At the left of the image is an unidentified white building. A bench sits next to a tree in front of the hospital. A sign on the front porch of the hospital partially reads, "--Eod." The complete sign most likely reads, "McLeod Hospital," as seen in other photographs of the period. Written on the back of the image in pencil is, "Halifax Dist. Hosp. of Daytona Beach which is located on campus of Bethune Cookman College; bldg ext; 1930." A series of numbers is also written on the back. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Harrison Rhodes Library study area

A black and white image taken of the original black and white image of the interior of Harrison Rhodes Memorial Library, now known as Harrison Rhodes Hall. The image depicts seven bookcases or bookshelves which hold books, as well as feature artwork on their outer walls. On top of the bookshelves are potted plants, small statues, and along the back wall are paintings. In the center of the image situated in front of the bookshelves is a sorting table that is lined with books. In front of this table sits a circle of small potted plants. To the right and left sides of the image are long tables which have plants on top as well as table settings. Each table has a set of chairs. The floor is made of wood. On the back of the image is written ""Approx Year,"" but the year is not given. The image is printed on Kodak paper. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Harrison Rhodes Library study area

A black and white image of four African American men and an African American woman studying quietly in Harrison Rhodes Hall (former library). The woman can be seen seated at a table at the right of the image, book in hand. On the wall behind her are bookshelves lined with books. A doorway can be seen leading outside. Hanging above the bookshelf on the far wall is a portrait of George Washington. At the left of the image there is a table with magazine racks on top. Some of the titles of the magazines are as follows: "Abbott's," "Outlook," "Nursing," "Wee Wisdom," and "The World Tomorrow." At the lower left corner of the image is a dictionary which has been opened. On the back of the photograph is a note that reads, "Bethune-Cookman has outgrown its library facilities." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Harrison Rhodes Memorial Library

Black and white image of the exterior of Harrison Rhodes Memorial Library. The building consists is large and square-shaped with a pyramid shaped roof, and building wings on both right and left sides. The building has large, elongated, paned windows; some of them are opened outward. The building has a brick exterior. There are shrubs on both sides of the stairs, along the walls of the building. Three students, two African American females and one African American male, are exiting the building down the entrance stairs. The girl at the top of the stairs is wearing a white shirt, dark skirt, white shoes, and is carrying a book in her right arm. The girl next to her right is stepping down the stairs. She is wearing a white dress and dark shoes, and is also carrying books in her right arm. The male is at the bottom of the stairs, and he is wearing a white hat, white longsleeved shirt, pants, and dark shoes. In the forefront of the image are trees and shrubs. Two of the trees are palm trees. There is a sidewalk in the front of the image, behind the trees.
Harry Burney with two others

A black and white image of Harry Burney, right, with an African American male and Caucasian female, standing together outside an unknown college building on the campus of Bethune-Cookman University. Harry Burney worked for the Office of Development. He is wearing a light-colored suit and tie, and is holding onto a folder with his left hand. Standing to the left of him is an a woman whose identity is unknown. She is wearing a polka-dotted dress and pearl necklace, and a nametag which cannot be read. She is supporting the folder with both hands. To the left of her is a man who identity is not known. He is also wearing a suit and tie, and is holding onto the folder with his right hand. On the back of the photograph are the names of the people in the image. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Harry Truman, Mary McLeod Bethune, Madam Pandit, Ralph Bunche

A black and white image of, left to right, President Harry S. Truman; Mary McLeod Bethune; Madam Pandit, Indian Ambassador to the United States; and Ralph Bunche, Nobel Prize winner. Truman and Bunche are wearing three-piece suits. Mary McLeod Bethune is wearing a dark-colored dress and a large cross-shaped necklace, as well as a corsage. Madam Pandit is wearing a cultural dress and a corsage, and is holding a piece of paper in her hand. They are standing in a stage alcove. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Hattie Dix, College counselor

A black and white image of Bethune-Cookman University counselor Hattie Dix. The picture is from her shoulders, up. She is wearing a dark shirt and pin, and large earrings. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Helen Kottle Memorial Building

A black and white image of construction on the Helen Kottle Memorial Building taking place on Bethune-Cookman College's campus. The building is multi-winged, and two stories, with a brick edifice. On the right side of the image, the exterior of the building has a sign that reads, ""Helen Kottle Memorial Building."" A car is parked in front of this section of the building on the dirt road. A light pole can be seen in front of the middle of the building in the image. Power lines stretch above the building. Trees can be seen off in the distance. At the left of the image is construction equipment. A white car is parked at the left of the image. In the lower left-hand corner of the image can be seen part of a wheel from another car. On the back of the image is written in pencil, "Helen Kottle Memorial Bldg, Education Blg, 1964-1964." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Helen Wright Jackson with Keyser Elementary students

A black and white image of Miss Helen Wright Jackson, wearing a dark-colored dress, decorating a classroom with three young school children. She is the tallest one in the room, and she is taping a photo to a wall already decorated with images of birds. Standing in front of her are two young school boys. The boy on the left is holding a bucket. The other boy is holding papers in his hand. To the right of them is a young girl in a blouse and skirt. Against the wall is a counter space with a sink. On the back of the photograph are the following notes, "Name of instructor - What project is this? Helen Wright Jackson." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Henry M. L. James, Librarian

A black and white photograph attached to a piece of paper of Henry M. L. James, a librarian at Bethune-Cookman University. He is wearing eyeglasses and a three-piece suit. On the front of the paper is typed, "Henry M. L. James, Librarian; Bethune-Cookman College; Daytona Beach, Florida." On the back of the paper is typed, "Membership certificate, Around the World Story Hour Club: This is to certify that [insert name] is entitled to the rights and privileges of members of the club. [signed] Henry M. L. James, Director." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Herbert Hoover's visit

A black and white image of a large group of people awaiting the arrival of President Herbert Hoover to the Bethune-Cookman University campus. On the right side of the image stands White Hall, with a brick edifice and a columned entrance. Hanging from the front of the image are three red, white, and blue banners with stars on them. Two of the windows on the second floor are open, and a few African American men are looking out the windows at the spectators below. At the back of the photograph on the left side of the image can be seen Flora B. Curtis Hall, with a brick edifice. It is partially obscured by tall trees, including palm trees. The spectators are lined on either side of the dirt road loop that runs in front of White Hall and Curtis Hall. The spectators are African American males and female. The men are dressed in varieties of three-button suits, ties, button-up shirts, dress pants, and dress shoes. The women are dressed in various styles of overcoats, blouses, skirts, stockings, and heeled shoes. Many of the men and women are wearing hats. Some women are holding purses. Many of the spectators appear to be looking off into the distance, waiting for a vehicle of some sort to appear, presumably carrying President Hoover. On the back of the image is written in pencil "Waiting for Herbert Hoover's visit, 1929." A number "1" is also stamped in black ink. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Heyn Chapel steeple

A black and white image of the Heyn chapel steeple at Bethune-Cookman University. The chapel has an octagonal shape with grated sides. It sits on top of a roof, the architecture of which is visible at the bottom of the image, including the brick exterior of the building. Leaves are visible at the left of the image. The image is printed on Kodak paper. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Homecoming king Samuel Burke

A black and white image of Homecoming King Samuel Burke and his queen. Burke can be seen on the left. He is wearing a white tuxedo, a crown on his head, and he his holding a scepter in his hands. His queen is sitting to his right. She is wearing a white dress, a flower crown, and is holding a bouquet of flowers in her lap. They appear to be sitting on a throne. On the back of the photograph is written Samuel's name. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Homecoming parade

A black and white photograph of an African American female student, wearing a dress and a long cape, smiling and waving while sitting atop a float riding in a Homecoming parade. She is sitting on a throne, decorated with tin foil and crepe paper. Attached to the float at her right is a flag. The float is riding down the center of town. Behind her can be seen the exteriors of buildings, as well as company signs. One business sign reads, "Burhan's Business Machines," and another reads, "Olympian Hellenic Service." On the back of the photograph is the yearbook photo stamp. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Homecoming parade float

A black and white image of a parade float for a Bethune-Cookman University parade. The float has a cage design, four on each corner of the float. In each of the "cages" is an African American woman. Each of the women are dancing, and are wearing striped and paisley dresses and boots. At the front of the float behind the cage sits an African American male in a suit, who is leaned over, playing a clarinet. Two girls sit beside him in the middle of the float. The float is decorated in aluminum paper, crepe paper, and music notes. On the side of the float is a banner which reads, "Alpha Phi Alpha A Go Go." The float is attached to a car, of which the tale end and hookup is visible. Behind the float, on the sidewalk, can be seen the businesses. The building on the left has a brick edifice. In the window reads the business sign, "Southern Life Health Insurance Company." To the left of this building is another brick building with outdoor neon sign that reads "Hotel." To the left of this building is a white building. At the lower left hand corner of the image can be seen the Bethune-Cookman marching band, and beyond that can be seen a sign that reads "Daytona Radio & TV." Utility poles can also be seen in this image. On the back of the image written in blue ink is "#1, Job 3718-68, page 253, Homecoming float." The stamp of the photographer's studio is also on the back, which includes the address and phone number. There is also a taped piece of paper that reads, "3718-7, Page no. 253-1, Camera (Reduce) 44, Exposure A6." The date, 1965, is also written on the back.
Homecoming parade float

A black and white image of a parade float for a Homecoming parade at Bethune-Cookman University. The float is decorated in foil and has two crepe paper decorations at either end. On top of the float sit four African American women wearing white evening gowns and tiaras. They are waving at the photographer. The woman sitting at the back of the float is wearing a cape and is holding large bouquet, indicating she is the Homecoming queen. To the right of the float can barely be seen a line of other cars and floats, indicating a parade is about to begin. Behind the float is a wooden fence, and beyond that can be seen a small baseball stadium that is taller than the fence. On the back of the image is written "Homecoming parade float 1960s." There is also a stamp in blue ink that reads "Photo by Theodore Johnson, Bethune-Cookman College, Daytona Beach, Florida."
Homecoming Queen and attendants sit on car

A black and white image of a group of six African American women sitting on the back of a convertible. In the background behind them can be seen large trees, and the brick edifice of White Hall. Two girls can be seen talking to each other. The women sitting on the car are identified as the homecoming court. They are all wearing hats and varieties of dress suits. Five of the women are wearing carnation corsages, and the girl in the middle is holding a bouquet of flowers, indicating that she is the campus queen. The girl to the left of her is holding a purse in her hand. The convertible has leather seats. On the back of the image is written a variety of notes. There is a stamp that reads, "Office of Public Relations, Bethune Cookman College, Daytona Beach, Fla." There is also a stamp that reads "Job 8990." A piece of paper taped to the back reads ""Homecoming queen and attendants during pig skin time."" There is also a note written in black pencil that says ""Negro 4 col cut to LRD on City Desk."" It is unknown what this means. Also on the back of the image is a note about the image size. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Honor graduates of 1961

A black and white photograph of African American men and women posing on the steps of Harrison Rhodes Hall, of which the brick exterior and large windows can be seen. The group consists of the honor graduates of the class of 1960. They are wearing academic gowns, caps, tassels, and honor cords. The photograph appeared in the 1961 yearbook. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Howard Thurman speaks at graduation ceremony

A black and white image of Dr. Howard Thurman, center, wearing an academic gown, cap, and tassel, standing under the school's marquee, which advertises him as the speaker at commencenment. The sign reads, "Graduation e[x]ercises, to speak, May 26 Dr. H Thurman, [May] 27 Mal Goode." To the right of Howard Thurman is Thurman Stanback, who has his right hand up to his ear and is looking to his left. He is also wearing a cap, gown, and tassel. To the left of Howard Thurman is another man in the same attire and wearing sunglasses. Visible behind them are tall trees, utility poles and power lines, and a church. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer's studio.
Hurricane Donna damage

A black and white image of three African American men cleaning up the fallen branches and leaves in front of Cookman Hall after Hurricane Donna hit Daytona Beach in 1960. The man at the left is wearing a coat and holding a rake in his hands. The other two men are also wearing coats. Behind them, tree branches cover the lawn and sidewalks, and lay in the street. In the background at the right of the image, the brick exterior and columned entrance of Cookman Hall can be seen. On the back of the photograph is the yearbook stamp. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Hurricane Donna damage

A black and white image of the fallen tree branches, sticks, and leaves behind Ranslow Hall and the Mary McLeod Bethune foundation after Hurricane Donna struck Daytona Beach in 1960. Ranslow Hall is the L-shaped building in the center of the image. A large oak tree stands to the right of it. At the right of the image in the background is the back of the Mary McLeod Bethune Foundation building, formerly Mary McLeod Bethune's home. On the back of the photograph is a yearbook stamp.
Hurricane Donna damage

A black and white image of hurricane damage caused by Hurricane Donna when it struck Bethune-Cookman's campus in 1960. This image is of large fallen tree branches, sticks, and leaves which have fallen into the road behind Cookman Hall, which is visible through the three branches at the left of the image. On the right side of the image two cars are driving on the street, next to utility poles. On the back of the photograph is the yearbook stamp.
Hurricane Donna damage

A black and white image of a piece of siding that came off a campus building when Hurricane Donna struck Daytona Beach in 1960. Also visible in the image is a large tree limb. At the top of the image is a small tree which is bent toward the left, as well as the foundation of an unknown building. On the back of the photograph is the yearbook stamp. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Hurricane Donna damage

A black and white image of fallen trees, branches, and leaves on Bethune-Cookman's campus after Hurricane Donna struck Daytona Beach in 1960. In this image, branches lay all around a campus building and a car. At the left of the image, through the trees, the white building is the Mary McLeod Bethune Foundation, former home of Mary McLeod Bethune. Large trees can be seen in the image. On the back of the photograph is the yearbook stamp.
Hurricane "Two" damage

A black and white image of collapsed wood-frame buildings on the campus of Bethune-Cookman University, after Hurricane "Two" came through Florida in 1930. In the center of the photograph is what remains of the roof of a building. Its walls have fallen down on their sides to the left of the roof. The foundation and the steps that led up to the house are also visible. A small child stands in front of the collapsed building in the lower right of the image. At the left of the image is one remaining wall of another building, in front of which stands three adults and small children. In the background of the image are trees, which, due to wind force, are all slanted toward the right side of the image. The photographer of the image is unknown.
James A. Colston

A color photograph of former Bethune-Cookman University President James A. Colston sitting in an oversized desk chair behind a desk. On top of the desk is a white rotary-dial telephone. He is wearing horn-rimmed glasses and a suit and tie, and is resting his head on his right hand. Behind him can be seen a desk and a certificate. On the back of the photograph is written, "Dr. James A. Colston, 2nd President of BCC." The photographer of the image is unknown.
James Colston awards diploma

A black and white photograph of President James A. Colston (1945-1947) awarding a diploma to student Ernest Harrell of Deland. President Colston standing at the left, wearing a graduation cap, gown, and tassel. He is shaking the right hand of the student, and handing him his diploma with his left. The student, Ernest Harrell of Deland, is wearing his military service uniform and must have just returned from World War II. Behind the two men are other college faculty and students sitting on chairs onstage. Sitting in a chair to the right of Ernest Harrell is Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, who is only partially visible. She is wearing an academic gown and a white dress. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer's studio, as well as the following note, "First return [person] receives certificate, on completion of his course in auto mechanics; Ernest Harrell -- Deland." The image is printed on Velox paper.
James Colston speaks

A black and white image of Dr. James Colston, college president 1945-1947, speaking onstage in White Hall auditorium. He is standing next to a podium. On the ground below the stage is a piano with a flower arrangement sitting on top. Behind Dr. Colston is Mary McLeod Bethune. She is sitting in a chair and is wearing a dark-colored suit and a pearl necklace. Next to her sits an administrator. Behind them are sitting students in school uniforms. On the right side of the stage can partially be seen a sign that reads, "School... 41 Years, BCC, 1904." On the back of the image is written, "Dr. Colston; Mrs. Bethune at assembly program." The photographer of the image is unknown.
James Norris Gamble, Mary McLeod Bethune, and associates

A black and white reprint of the original photograph of a large group of people, including James Norris Gamble and Mary McLeod Bethune. James Norris Gamble was a philanthopist and a member of the Board of Trustees at Bethune-Cookman University. He was the son of James Gamble (1803-1891), co-founder of the Proctor & Gamble company, and inherited his father's business. James Norris Gamble played an important role in the funding of Mary McLeod Bethune's school. They are standing on the steps of White Hall at Bethune-Cookman University. James Norris Gamble can be seen standing in the first row, very center of the photograph. He has white hair and a long white beard. Mary McLeod Bethune is standing in the second row behind the two people farthest to the right in the first row. She is the only African American in the group. The remainder of the people are unknown. The men are wearing three-piece suits, and are all holding or wearing hats. The women are wearing dresses, fur coats, and hats. Some of the women are wearing long pearl strand necklaces. The columned entrance of White Hall can be seen behind them, including the sign that reads, "White Hall." The brick exterior of the building can also be seen. On the back of the photograph is written in pencil, "James Gamble w/ associates on the steps of White Hall and about to attend a Sunday community meeting, 1910-1920." The image is printed on Kodak Picture Maker paper. The photographer of the image is unknown.
James Scott, Oswald Perry Bronson

A black and white image of Dr. James Scott and Dr. Oswald Perry Bronson receiving a donation from two unidentified donors. Dr. Bronson is standing second from the right, and is wearing a suit and tie, and is holding onto a check . The man to his right is also wearing a suit and tie and is holding onto the check. Dr. James Scott is the first person on the left. The man to his right is unidentified. They are both wearing suits. The photographer of the image is unknown.

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