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Men's Wildcats basketball player
A black and white photograph of Bethune-Cookman University player number 55, whose identity is not know, attempting to make a basket. He is wearing a uniform and is playing the school gym. The ball can be seen going toward the net. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer.
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Men's Wildcats basketball player
A black and white image of male basketball player number 32, whose identity is unknown. His number is on the front of his jersey. He is standing on the sidelines with his hands on his hips. Faintly in the background can be seen two players running around a basketball hoop. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer's studio.
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Men's Wildcats basketball player Johnny Allen
A black and white image of Bethune-Cookman University basketball player Johnny Allen, who is wearing a sweater and has a net cord around his neck. He is holding a large trophy in his hands, which reads, "1968 33rd S.I.A.C. Tournament Champions." The photo was taken after Bethune-Cookman University won the Southern Interncollegiate Athletic Conference in 1968. Hanging above Allen is a sign that reads, "S.I.A.C. Basketball Tournament Champions 1968." On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer.
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Men's Wildcats basketball players
A black and white image of Bethune-Cookman University basketball players Otis Fells, player number 21, and Carl Fuller, player number 51, standing with their hands behind their back. Standing in front of them is a young boy wearing leather shoes, jean pants, and a flanner shirt. He is holding onto a basketball and is about to throw it in the air while Fells and Fuller watch. The name of the little boy is James Wymes. In the background of the image can be seen the basketball hoop and the gym walls and floor. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer.
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Men's Wildcats basketball team
A black and white image of the men's basketball team at Bethune-Cookman University, posing in a gymnasium, standing under a basketball hoop. They each have their player number on the front of their jerseys. Six of players are holding basketballs. Kneeling in front of the group is Coach Raymond McDougal, who is wearing a shirt that reads, "Coach," as well as a whistle around his neck. He is leaning on a basketball. From left to right: Terrell Lane, Jerome Hamler, Robert Graham, Charles Robinson, Otis Fells, Carl Fuller, Johnny Allen, Richard Ingram, Melvin Jackson, John Beech, Clarence Youngblood, and Howard Pendleton. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer's studio.
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Men's Wildcats basketball team
A black and white team photograph of the Bethune-Cookman University men's basketball team, posing together on the lawn in front of Cookman Hall, which can be seen in the background. The players are posed in three rows, each in their team jerserys with the letters "BC" on the front, their arms folded across their chest. In the center of the photograph is a man in a three-piece suit; he is presumably the coach. Sitting on the grass in front of him is a player holding a basketball in his hand, with the year "1930" written on it. Trees can be seen in the background. Written on the front of the image is, "College men's basketball team 1930." The players' names are given in the 1930 Wildcat yearbook, but their order is unknown in the photograph. Names as follows: Julian T. Houston, John F. Kelley, Leroy Brown, William Wilson, Clarence Wallace, Samuel Johnson, Freeman Hinson, Eugene Vance, George Thompson, and Samuel Douglas. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Men's Wildcats basketball team
A black and white image of the men's basketball team at Bethune-Cookman University. The team is posing on the steps of White Hall, where the columned entrance and the front doors can be seen. Above the front door is a sign that reads, "Enter to Learn." The eight team players are wearing matching basketball uniforms. Two men are standing on the top step with three basketball players. The man on the left is wearing a sweater with the letter "B" on it, and the man to the right is wearing a shirt and tie. In the first row, the middle male student is holding a basketball with both hands. The remaining players are standing with their hands behind their backs. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Men's Wildcats basketball team
A black and white photograph of the Bethune-Cookman University Wildcats basketball team posing on the steps of Harrison Rhodes Hall. The team is made up of seven players. Five players are standing on the top step of the building, and each is holding a basketball and posing. The two other players are sitting on either side of a man in a sweater and pants, who is presumably the coach. His sweater has a "B" and "C" on the front. Behind the team can be seen the large windows of Harrison Rhodes Hall. On the back of the photograph is written, "Members of the BCC Wild Cats [sic] basketball team, 1930s." The stamp of the photographer's studio also appears on the back.
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Men's Wildcats basketball team
A black and white image of the men's basketball team at Bethune-Cookman University. The team is posed in two rows. They are all wearing matching uniforms with "BCC" and their numbers on the front. The back row is standing, and the front row is leaning on one knee, with one hand on a basketball each. On the back of the photograph are the names of the individuals in the photo. Back row, left to right: Milton Washington, Everett Abney, Jack Swilley, Henry Rainey, Alonso Seadrow, King Green, and John Saunders. Front row, left to right: Charles Mannings, Willie Lewis, Regnolds, Eric Wilson, Lucius Jackson, Ramar Hawthorne, and Benjamin Brown. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Men's Wildcats basketball team practice
A black and white image of the men's basketball team at Bethune-Cookman University running onto the court, dribbling basketballs and wearing matching workout uniforms. They are also wearing Converse sneakers. They are running next to a set of bleachers that have been folded up and placed against the wall. The gymnasium floor can be seen underneath them. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer's studio.
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Methodist Episcopal Society meeting
A black and white photograph of a large gathering of the Methodist Episcopal Society members gathering in Faith Hall on Bethune-Cookman University's campus. Most of the people are seated at tables which have been decorated for the occasion, and the men and women are dressed formally, in dresses, suits, and pearl necklaces. The large palladian windows of Faith Hall can be seen at the back of the room. Mary McLeod Bethune is standing against the windows directly under the middle arch. She is wearing a dark dress, a pearl necklace, and a sash across her chest. Looking diagonally to the lower right, very near to her, is her foster son Edward Rodriguez, who has a short haircut, is wearing tuxedo and tie, and is looking directly at the camera. At some point someone has tried to identify some of the people in the photograph, which is the green ink written on the front of the image near some of the individuals. On the back of the image is written in pencil, "Formal gathering of Methodist Episcoal Members, mid 1940's." The stamp of the photographer's studio is also on the back of the image.
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Mid-winter display of agricultural products
A black and white photograph of a display of agricultural products from Bethune-Cookman University. This display has been set up on the stage in the auditorium of White Hall, evidenced by the portrait of Mary McLeod Bethune which is hanging above the display on the stage's back wall. Starting at the top of the display and working down toward the floor-- eighth row: salted meats of cows, pigs, and hogs, with plucked chickens hanging from the rails on either side of the display. Seventh row: small coops where live chickens are being kept for display. Sixth row: Milk cans sitting on top of tomoto cans. Fifth row: turnips, radishes, cabbages. Fourth row: Sweet potatoes. Third row: Cabbages. Second row: Stacks of tomato cans. First Row: Tomato cans and tomato baskets. Attached to the front of the display is a pennant with the school's name sewn on it. Written on the front of the image is, "Mid-winter display of Agricultural products Jan 6 1928, Daytona Beach, Fla, Coursen Studio."
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Ministerial Convention
This black and white image is of a large group of African American women posing for a group photograph on the steps of Harrison Rhodes Hall at the front of the building. Two large windows and the entrance can be seen behind the women. On the back of the photograph is written in pink ink, "Lunch Room Personnel." Also on the back of the photograph is two number "3"s with circles drawn around them, as well as a yearbook stamp that reads, ""Page no. 104, (crossed out to read 106), Pix no. 3, Order 3718." The women are all dressed in different styles of white dresses, dress shoes, and jewelry. All have short haircuts. Some of the women are wearing regular eyeglasses, while some are wearing sunglasses. The women standing in the front row can be seen holding various types of handbags and purses. A few are holding different types of cameras. One woman in the front row appears to be holding a newspaper-sized packet with "Welcome" printed on it. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Ministerial Convention
This black and white image is of a large group of African American and Caucasian men and women posing for a group photograph on the steps of Harrison Rhodes Hall at the front of the building. Two large windows and the entrance can be seen behind the group. The women are all dressed in different styles of dresses, dress shoes, and jewelry. All have short haircuts. Some of the women are wearing regular eyeglasses, while some are wearing sunglasses. The women standing in the front row can be seen holding various types of handbags and purses. A few are holding different types of umbrellas. The men are wearing button-up shirts and pants. Some have ties on. Most of the men are standing, but six are sitting in front of the group and two others kneel on each side. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Ministerial Convention
This black and white image is of a large group of African American men and women posing for a group photograph on the steps of Harrison Rhodes Hall at the front of the building. Two large windows and the entrance can be seen behind the group. The women are all dressed in different styles of dresses, dress shoes, and jewelry. All have short haircuts. Some of the women are wearing regular eyeglasses, while some are wearing sunglasses. The women standing in the front row can be seen holding various types of handbags and purses. A few are holding different types of cameras. The men are wearing dress suits. Three well-known Bethune-Cookman personnel are pictured in this photograph: Marjorie Stewart Joyner is standing in the first row, sixth person from the left. She is wearing a white dress and has her hands behind her back. To the immediate right of her in the image is Richard V. Moore, who is in a suit, bowtie, saddle shoes, and is wearing horn-rimmed glasses. Florence Roane is at the top right of the picture, gesturing with her left hand out and is not looking at the camera. On the back of the photograph is written in pink ink “Lunch Room Personnel.†There is also two number “2â€s with circles drawn around them. A yearbook stamp is also on the back, which reads “Page no. 106, Pix no. 2, Order 3718.†The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Ministerial Convention
This black and white image is of a large group of African American and Caucasian men and women posing for a group photograph on the steps of Harrison Rhodes Hall at the front of the building. Two large windows and the entrance can be seen behind the group. The women are all dressed in different styles of dress outfits, such as bell bottoms, skirts, long overcoats, dress shoes, and jewelry. They are wearing their hair long in the style of the 1970s. Some of the women are wearing regular eyeglasses, while some are wearing sunglasses. The women standing in the front row can be seen holding various types of handbags and purses. The men are also wearing different types of dress, such as bell bottoms and turtleneck sweaters. They are wearing their hair also in the style of the 1970s. Two prominent Bethune-Cookman personnel are present: Richard V. Moore is the first person in the first row at the right of the image. He is standing with his left arm behind his back and is wearing a three-button suit and horn-rimmed glasses. Florence Roane is the twelfth person in the first row standing from the left. She is wearing a knee-length flannel poncho and eyeglasses, and has her left hand on the arm of the person to her right. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Ministerial Convention
This black and white image is of a large group of African American women and two young African American boys posing for a group photograph on the steps of Harrison Rhodes Hall at the front of the building. Two large windows and the entrance can be seen behind the women. On the back of the photograph is written in pink ink, "Lunch Room Personnel." Also on the back of the photograph is two number "1"s with circles drawn around them, as well as a yearbook stamp that reads, "Page no. 106, Pix no. 1, Order 3718." The women are all dressed in different styles of white dresses, dress shoes, and jewelry. All have short haircuts. Some of the women are wearing regular eyeglasses, while some are wearing sunglasses. The women standing in the front row can be seen holding various types of handbags and purses. A few are holding different types of cameras. One women in the front row appears to be holding a newspaper-sized packet with "Welcome" printed on it. Two women have their arms around two young boys. The boy on the left is wearing a T-shirt, pants, and sneakers, and the boy on the right is wearing a checkered shirt, white shorts, long white socks, and white tennis shoes. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Miss B-CC and her court
A black and white image of four African American women. They are identified as the Homecoming court from Bethune-Cookman University. The three women from left to right are wearing dark dresses, white gloves, hats, pearl necklaces, and are all holding large bouquets of flowers. The woman at the right is wearing a hat, a white dress, and is holding a large bouquet of flowers. From left to right: Connie Williams, Miss Freshman; Barbara Brown, Miss Sophomore; Mozella Gay, Miss Junior; and Wanda Ross, Miss B-CC. On the back of the image is written ""1965.""
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Miss B-CC poses on a throne
A black and white image of an African American woman, crowned Miss B-CC, sitting on a throne on a stage. A curtain decorated with flowers hangs behind her. Part of a plant can be seen sticking out from the left side of the image. The throne the woman is sitting on is also decorated with flowers. The woman is wearing a crown, large earrings, a white dress, an embroidered cape, and is holding a large bouquet of flowers in her arms. On the back of the image is a stamp from the photographer, which includes address and telephone number for the studio.
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Miss Bethune-Cookman College and attendants
A black and white image of a homecoming court at an outdoor event. The image is of three African American women, who are identified as Miss Bethune-Cookman College (Miss B-CC) and her attendants. Miss B-CC is the tallest, standing in the middle. She is wearing a hat, a suit jacket and skirt, gloves, and is holding a very large bouquet of flowers. The woman on the right of the image is wearing a hat with a white ribbon, a suit jacket and skirt, gloves, and a corsage. She is holding her purse in her left arm. The woman on the left of the picture is also wearing a suit jacket and pants, a hat, gloves, and corsage. She is holding her purse in both of her arms. In the background of the image can faintly be seen spectators sitting on bleachers at an outdoor stadium. On the back of the image is written ""Miss BCC-1946 and her attendants."" The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Miss Bethune-Cookman College and her attendants
A black and white image of Miss Bethune-Cookman College (Miss B-CC) and her attendants, as well as Mr. and Miss Keyser Elementary. The group is made up of one African American boy, one African American girl, and three African American women. They are standing together under an umbrella in a grassy field at night. The group is lined up as follows, from left to right: Mr. Keyser Elementary is at the left of the image. He is wearing a white hat, a white suit, and a cape. He is holding the hand of an attendant to the right. She is wearing a suit jacket and skirt, a hat with a white ribbon, gloves, and a corsage, and is holding her purse in her left arm. In the middle of the photograph is Miss B-CC, who is wearing a hat, suit jacket and skirt, and is carrying a large bouquet of flowers. She also is holding a suit jacket and her purse. To the right of her is another attendant, who is wearing a suit jacket and skirt, a hat, gloves, and a corsage, and is holding her purse in her right arm. She is holding the hand of Miss B-CC, who is dressed in a sailor suit and has a sash across her chest that reads "Miss Keyser." On the back of the image is written "Miss B.CC. and her attendants 1946." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Miss Bethune-Cookman College and her court.
A black and white image of Miss BCC 1965 Wanda Ross and her court, at Bethune-Cookman College. Miss Ross is wearing a White dress suit and tiara, while her court wears dark dresses. They are all wearing gloves and holding bouquets. On the back of the photo, their names are listed: Ms. Freshman: Connie Williams; Ms. Sophomore: Barbara Brown; Ms. Junior: Mozella Gay. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Miss Homecoming pageant
A black and white image of the participants of the Miss Homecoming pageant for 1964 at Bethune-Cookman University. The contestants are twelve African American women. They are all wearing varieties of white evening gowns, gloves, and tiaras, except for the women on each end, who are wearing darker dresses. They are standing on a stage in front of hanging curtains in Heyn Chapel. A runway can be seen built off from the stage, and is where the person taking the photograph is standing. The participants in the pageant are as follows, from left to right: Tomasina Conners, Jessie Jackson, Carmen L. Grinan, Sonya Howell, Brenda Harrison, Signa Ray; Patricia Hamilton, Mary Gholston, Ernestine, Sheila Dudley, Juanita Robinson, and Geraldine Donald. On the back of the photograph is written "1964 YB (for the yearbook the image appeared in);" and "Participants for Miss Homecoming Pageant shown from left to right are" followed by the names. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Miss National UNCF
A black and white image of African American student Vinnie Vance after she has been crowned Miss UNCF (United Negro College Fund). A banner partially visible behind her reads ""Mis- UNC-."" She is wearing a crown on her head, a pearl necklace, a light-colored evening gown, a cape, and gloves. She appears to be sitting on a throne. On the back of the image is written "1967," and also "1961 YB," for the yearbook the image appeared in. In the lower left hand corner on the back of the image is a yearbook stamp that reads, "Page no. 116, Pix no. 1; Order 3718." The photographer is unknown.
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Miss PEM club parade float
A black and white photograph of the Miss PEM Club float, titled "Soul Explosion," riding in a Homecoming parade. On the side of the float along the bottom is the name of the float. In the center of the float, an African American woman is standing on steps. On the third step behind her is a box with the name of the club decorated on it. She is waving her arm in the air. At the front and back of the float are two cages, where two African American women are standing inside. They are each wearing boots and leopard-print outfits. In the background of the image are tall palm trees, and at the right, a group of spectators watch as the parade goes by. On the back of the photograph is the yearbook photo stamp. Also written on the back is, "Miss PEM club in a Homecoming parade 1972." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Modern dance club
A black and white image of a group of African American women dancing with their arms out to their sides. They are wearing large wide-brimmed hats, long-sleeved black shirts, and printed skirts. The image is printed on Kodak paper. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Modern dance club
A black and white image of two African American male daners wearing white long-sleeved shirts, vests, and pants, dancing in a gymnasium at Bethune-Cookman University. Behind them are bleachers where spectators are sitting. On the back of the photograph is a yearbook stamp. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Modern dance club
A black and whtie image of a line of six African American women dancing in the gymnasium at Bethune-Cookman University. They have one hand on their hip and one hand in the air. They are wearing matching outfits, which consists of a white shirt and light-colored suit jaccet and pants. In the background can be seen a basketball hoop. On the back of the photograph is a yearbook stamp. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Modern dance club
A black and white image of two African American women dressed in white hats and wearing large overcoats, standing in the gym at Bethune-Cookman University. They appear to be either speaking or singing. Behind them are bleachers where spectators are sitting. A yearbook stamp is on the back of the photograph. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Moore family photograph
A black and white photograph of Richard Vernon Moore, Sr., his wife, and their children. The women in the photograph are wearing dresses, and the men in the photograph are wearing suits, except for Richard Vernon Moore, Jr., who is wearing a military uniform. Pictured left to right, front row: David Lavon Moore, Reginald Emond Moore, Ethel Elizabeth Moore, Barbara Annette Moore; left to right, middle row: Rosalyn Ann Moore, Mrs. Richard V. Moore, President Richard Moore, Patricia Elaine Moore; left to right, back row: Wesley Charles Moore, Gene Paul Moore, Richard Vernon Moore, Jr. On the back of the photograph is written in pencil the names of the people in the photographs, as well as "1957 YB", for the yearbook in which the image appeared. Also written is, "The Richard V. Moore family, 1950s, posing for picture man, wife, and children." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Mrs. Eleanor Curtis Dailey Gives a Speech
A black and white image of Mrs. Eleanor Curtis Dailey, left, giving a speech at the Temple Israel Sisterhood Youth Center. She is wearing a suit and a corsage. A piano can be seen to the right of her, and a table with a flower arrangement on top can be seen in front of her. In the foreground of the image, people sitting in pews can be seen listening to her. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Mummies and Zeniths club
A black and white image of the Mummies and Zeniths club at Bethune-Cookman University. The group is posing outside on campus grounds, and it is made up of male and female African American students. They are all wearing dark colored skirts, shirts, and pants, as well as sunglasses. Behind them can be seen many trees, such as palm and oak trees. On the back of the photograph is the note, "MZ", indiciating Mummies and Zeniths, as well as a yearbook photo stamp. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Mummies and Zeniths Club
A black and white image of male and female students who make up the Mummies and Zeniths club at Bethune-Cookman University. They are posing on the steps of Harrison Rhodes Hall. The characteristic windows of this building can be seen behind the group. The girls are wearing identical uniforms of a white long-sleeved shirt, vest, and skirt. The men in the picture are wearing suits. The photograph has been dated to the 1960s, but due to the style of dress and hair styles, it is more likely that the photo was taken in the 1940s. On the back of the photograph is the following note, "Members of the Mummies and Zenith club at BCC." Also, the stamp of the photographer's studio is also on the back.
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Muriel Milley
A black and white photograph of Muriel Milley, dresses in a flannel suit jacket and skirt. She is standing in an empty classroom. On the back of the photograph is the yearbook stamp, as well as the stamp of the photographer.
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National Council of Negro Women
A black and white image of members of the National Council of Negro Women posing with Mary McLeod Bethune on the steps of Harrison Rhodes Hall at Bethune-Cookman's campus. Mrs. Bethune is standing in the center of the photograph, first row. She is wearing a checkered suit jacket and skirt, and is holding a rolled-up piece of paper in her hand. The remaining women standing with her are unknown. They are wearing suit jackets or dresses, and are holding handbags. A student can be seen exiting through the building's front door. Behind them is a sign which reachs, "Welcome." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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National Council of Negro Women honors Dr. Hall
A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune standing with the National Council of Negro Women as they honor Dr. Hall. The men and women present in the photograph are wearing dresses, suits, hats, and the women are carrying handbags. They are standing in a room in an unknown building. Above them hangs a large crystal chandelier. In the very front row of the group, starting at the left and following to the right is a man in a grey pinstripe suit, name unknown; Mary McLeod Bethune, wearing a black suit and stockings; Dr. Hall, wearing a three-button suit and tie; Jean Clore, wearing a lace top and skirt; Mame Higgins, wearing a suit jacket and skirt and eyeglasses; and Dr. Charles Drew, a Caucasian wearing a three-button suit. On the back of the image is the stamp of the photographer's studio.
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National Council of Negro Women meeting
A black and white image of a large group of women posed with Mary McLeod Bethune for a National Council of Negro Women meeting. Mrs. Bethune is seated in the first row second from the left. She is wearing a dark-colored printed dress and white shoes. The remaining women in the photograph are unidentified. They are all wearing hats, dresses, heeled shoes, and are carrying handbags. Some are wearing eyeglasses. On the back of the image is written, "National Council of Negro Women Meeting, 1930s." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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National Youth Administration photograph
A black and white National Youth Administration photograph of two African American males preparing to weld two pieces of metal together. They are at the left of the image and are holding onto the two pieces at the seam. They are wearing coveralls and goggles. The machine to do the welding is at the right of the image. It is made by the Eisler Engineering Co., Inc, Newark, New Jersey. The machine is the "Spot and Butt Welders." On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the NYA. Mary McLeod Bethune was the Director of Negro Affairs for the NYA during the 1940s, and most likely acquired this image during her time as an NYA agent.
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National Youth Administration photograph
A black and white National Youth Administration photograph of a young African American man welding two pieces of metal together. He is squatting down low and has the metal on a small wooden table. He is wearing coveralls and protective eyewear. A man can be seen in the distance to his left. They are working in front of a concrete wall. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the NYA. Mary McLeod Bethune was the Director of Negro Affairs for the NYA during the 1940's, so she mostly likely acquired this photograph during her time as an NYA agent.
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National Youth Administration photograph
A black and white National Youth Administration (NYA) photograph of a dentist examining the mouth of a young African American male. The dentist can be seen at the right of the image is a suit and a white lab coat. The patient is sitting in a chair, and the dentist is putting an instrument into his mouth. To the left of the dentist can be seen a variety of dental equipment, such as an overhead light, a tray with medical equipment, and a rinse and wash sink. Mary McLeod Bethune was the Director of Negro Affairs for the NYA, and most likely came into possession of this photograph during her time as an NYA agent. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the NYA.
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National Youth Administration photograph
A black and white image of Mrs. Edith Alexander, left, and an NYA student, who is demonstrating a machine. Edith Alexander is wearing a suit jacket and skirt, and is wearing a hat. Next to her is the NYA student, who is wearing coveralls and a button which reads, "National Youth Administration Work Experience Center." Her name and identification number is printed on the button, but it cannot be made out. To the right of them is a sign advertising the services to be learned: "Radio Communications, Aviation Aircraft, Auto Mechanics, Clerical, Drafting, Power Sewing." Two men can be seen reading the sign through the glass. On the back of the photograph is written "NY-25." Mary McLeod Bethune was the director of Negro Affairs for the National Youth Administration, and most likely acquired this image during her time as an NYA agent. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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National Youth Administration photograph
A black and white National Youth Administration photograph of two African Americans males assembling a wooden podium. They are wearing coveralls. One man is squatting at the left of the image and is putting a screw into the podium. The man standing on the opposite side of the podium is holding it for support. Behind them can be seen a blackboard on the wall. On the back of the image is the stamp of the NYA. Mary McLeod Bethune was the Director of Negro Affairs for the NYA during the 1940s, and most likely acquired this photograph during her time as an NYA agent.
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National Youth Administration photograph
A black and white National Youth Administration photograph showing Lou Costello and a group of other men watching intently as a female NYA member, wearing coveralls and a bandana, demonstrates a piece of machinery. Lou Costello can be seen standing to the immediate left of the female worker. She is wearing a button which reads, "National Youth Administration." Mary McLeod Bethune served as the Director of Negro Affairs for the NYA during the 1940's, and probably acquired this photograph during her time as an NYA agent. On the back of the photograph is written "NY-15." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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National Youth Administration photograph
A black and white National Youth Administration photograph of two men and a woman watching a woodcutting machine demonstration. The African American man at the left is wearing a three-piece suit. The man in the center of the photograph is a tall Caucasian and is also wearing a suit and overcoat. The woman at the right is an NYA student who is wearing coveralls and an NYA button, and she is operating the woodcutting machine. The button reads, "National Youth Administration Work Experience Center." Mary McLeod Bethune was the Director of Negro Affairs in the 1940's for the NYA, and she most likely acquired this photograph during her time as an NYA agent. On the back of the photograph is written "NY-14." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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National Youth Administration Photograph
A black and white National Youth Administration photograph of three NYA members and another man who appears to be a priest, watching as one oils a wood-cutting machine. The man on the right of the image is wearing coveralls and is holding an oil can in his hands. The man to the left of him is African American and is wearing coveralls and an NYA button. The man to the left of him is Asian American and is also wearing coveralls. The priest is wearing a heavy overcoat. Mary McLeod Bethune served as the Director of Negro Affairs for the National Youth Administration during the 1940's, and probably acquired this image during her time as an NYA agent. On the back of the image is written "NY-13." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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National Youth Administration photograph
A black and white National Youth Administration photograph showing a man sitting at a desk upon which radio broadcasting equipment is situated. The teacher is turned to a group of African American students, who are listening to him. They are all wearing white lab coats and are sitting in chairs. Behind them in the background of the image is a blackboard. On the wall at the left of the image is a board with pieces of paper with various radio call signs printed on them, as well as a map of the United States which has been divided into different regions. On top of the radio equipment at the desk is the call sign, "Radio station W8VKL." Mary McLeod Bethune was the Director of Negro Affairs for the National Adimistration during the 1940's, and probably obtained this photograph during her time as an NYA agent. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the NYA.
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National Youth Administration photograph
A black and white National Youth Administration photograph of two African American males flattening out the metal on a scuplture. The man at the right is wearing coveralls and a hat, and has a hammer in his hand and appears to be straightening the metal on an oversized "5" sculpture. Another man is elevated to his right, and is wearing coveralls. He is holding the metal which is being flattened. To the right of them is a smaller "1" sculpture. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the NYA. Mary McLeod Bethune was the Director of Negro Affairs for the NYA during the 1940s, and most likely acquired this photograph during her time as an NYA agent.
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National Youth Administration photograph
A black and white photograph of Lou Costello, center, addressing a group of NYA members and spectators at an unknown location. He is wearing a three-button suit and is apparently making a speech. Around him stand NYA members in coveralls. Costello is standing next to a machine, purpose unknown. This photo was taken by the National Youth Administration, of which Mary McLeod Bethune was the Director of Negro Affairs. She most likely acquired this photograph during her time as an agent for the NYA. On the back of the photograph is written, "NY-12." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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New faculty members
A black and white image of a new group of faculty members posed on the steps in front of Harrison Rhodes Hall at Bethune-Cookman University. The group is made up of African American and Caucasian men and women. The people in the group are partially identified. Back row, left to right: Unknown, Ruel Godby, and Clarence Childs. Middle row, left to right: unknown, Iona Burney, unknown, Glen Bethune; First row, left to right: unknown, Valarie King, Monday ?, and Judith Worthen. The men are wearing suit jackets, ties, and button-up shirts. The women are wearing dresses. The woman standing at the left in the first row is wearing a nun's outfit and habit. On the back of the photograph are the names of the people present in the photo, as well as the stamp of the photographer's studio.
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New faculty members
A black and white image of a group of new faculty members at Bethune-Cookman University. The group is made of African American and Caucasian men and women. In the back row, left to right, is Joseph Taylor and J. Marlins (top row, left and right side of the planter). The middle row, left to right: Harry Burney, unknown, unknown, William Pickens, and unknown. Front row, left to right: Ann Dismuke Taylor-Green, unknown, unknown, and unknown. On the back of the photograph are the names of the people known to be in the photograph, as well as the photographer's stamp.