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Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white image of Mary McLeod in her sitting room in her home. Mary McLeod Bethune is sitting on an arm chair. She is wearing a long-sleeved dress, and is leaning to her left, tuning her radio. A magazine rack is attached to the radio stand. There is an open book on her lap. At the left of the image is an end table with two books stacked on it, also with a lamp and lampshade. On the back of the image is written in pencil, "Mrs. Bethune in her sitting room, 1950." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white portrait Mary McLeod Bethune. The portrait consists of her head and shoulders. The photograph is of her profile. She is wearing a dark shirt and a white tie with a bead or pearl around her neck. On the back of the image is written in pencil, "Pres. Bethune Release no. 4, file no. 1.; 1910 approx." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white portrait of Mary McLeod Bethune. She is seated on a chair with an open book in her lap. A ring can be seen on her left-hand ring finger. She is wearing a white dress and an overcoat that ties at the waist. She is wearing a three-strand pearl necklace and pearl earrings. On the back of the image is the photographer's stamp which includes address and phone number. A piece of paper that reads, "Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune - 1939" is also on the back.
Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white picture of an original portrait painting done of Mary McLeod Bethune. She is sitting on a chair, and is leaning with her right hand under her chin. Her left hand rests in her lap, and she is wearing a ring on her left ring finger and wrist watch. She is dressed in a long-sleeved dress. On the back of the image is written, "Mrs. Bethune 1915; Bethune-Cookman College." The photographer's stamp is also on the back of the photograph.
Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white image of an original signed autograph portrait of Mary McLeod Bethune. Bethune is standing next to an oversized chair and is wearing a long black dress with a long string of pearks. Her right hand is resting on the arm of the chair. The original autographed portrait had been signed by Mary McLeod Bethune and reads, "To Mary with Love, Mary McLeod Bethune." The signature of the photographer of the original image is also on the front of the picture. The image is printed on Kodak Royal paper.
Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white reprint of an original black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune standing in front of her home. She appears to be leaving it to go out for the day. Bethune is wearing a suit and an overcoat, a hat, and is carrying her cane in her right arm and her purse in her left arm. Behind her can be seen part of her two-story white house, which is now the Mary Mcleod Bethune Foundation. In the foreground of the image is an adirondack chair. On the back of the image is a yearbook sticker detailing the page and position for the image. Written on the back is "Mrs. Bethune standing by her home on the B-CC campus 1948." The image is printed on Kodak paper. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune posing in her yard. This is reportedly the last known image of her. She is standing with her hands by her sides, and is wearing a white dress and white shoes. Behind her can be seen trees, and to the left, in the background, a white house (not hers). On the back of the image is written in pencil, "Mrs. Bethune in her yard, 1955." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white portrait of Mary McLeod Bethune, president-emeritus of Bethune-Cookman University. This photo was taken when Bethune was very young, most likely in the early 1900s. She is wearing a dress which is made of both cloth and lace, with a button-up skirt. Her left hand is placed in her lap, and a ring can be seen on her left ring finger. Her right hand is resting on a book, which is sitting on a table. She is sitting on an ornately carved chair. She is wearing a pin on her shirt. On the back of the image is written, "1895-1910; Dr. Bethune as a young woman abt 30-35 years old." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white portrait of Mary McLeod Bethune which includes her head and shoulders. She is wearing a two-strand pearl necklace and a large broach on the front of her dark dress. On the front of the image is embossed, "Shelburne, N.Y." Also written on the front in ink is "Mrs. Bethune - 1934."
Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white photo of Mary McLeod Bethune standing in front an unknown building, next to a column. She is wearing a pearl necklace, a dress that ties at the waste, and heeled shoes. She is leaning on a cane with her right hand, with her left arm behind her back. On the back of the image is written in pencil, "Dr. Bethune mid 1920s." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune sitting on an ornately carved chair in her home. She has her hands folded in her lap and is wearing a long dress, pearl bracelets and a pearl necklace. A decorated vase sits in an alcove in the wall above her. Standing next to Mary McLeod Bethune on a stand is a trophy, on which the inscription is partially legible. It reads, "Lorie Miller Memorial Trophy." At its base are three figures which are holding round objects above their heads. On the back of the image is written in pencil, "Mrs. Bethune sits for photo - 1951." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune sitting on an ornately carved chair in her home. She has her hands folded in her lap and is wearing a long dress, pearl bracelets and a pearl necklace. The chair is sitting partly on wood floor and partly on a rug. To the left of the image there is a wall with wainscoting and an alcove where a decorated vase sits. To the right of the image are curtains. Standing next to Mary McLeod Bethune on a stand is a trophy, on which the inscription is partially legible. It reads, "Lorie Miller Memorial Trophy." The trophy has a person standing atop a globe above the inscription, and at its base are three figures which are holding round objects above their heads. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune addresses crowd

A black and white photograph of a large crowd of African American men and women gathered in front of White Hall on the campus of Bethune-Cookman College. The crowd is dressed in suits and dresses. Their attention is on the entrance to White Hall, which is columned and from which hangs patriotic red, white and blue banners. Under the half-circle banner, standing on the steps, are two women. The woman at the left with her hand raised in the air is Mary McLeod Bethune. The tall, Caucasian woman to the right of her is Eleanor Roosevelt, First Lady. The windows can be seen on the exterior of the building, and people can be seen standing in the windows, watching the event. On the back of the image is written, "Mrs. Bethune speaking - political gathering - BCC campus, late 1940's." The image is printed on Kodatone paper. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune, Adolf Bock, and students

A black and white photograph of Mary McLeod Bethune and Dr. Adolf Bock with a group of students gathered in Mary McLeod Bethune's office. They are standing behind her desk in front of large windows with blinds and curtains. Mary McLeod Bethune can be seen in the center of the photograph shaking hands with Adolf Bock to the left of her. The desk has a variety of personal items of Bethune's on top: picture frames, books, a Bible, and other items. Pictured from left to right, back row: Eulalie Galvez (soldier), Abelardo Domingo (reporter), Pedio Portuondo, Maria Lopez. Pictured from left to right, front row: Frank Blay, Gregorio Centeno, Enrique Becali, Dr. Adolf Bock, Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, Julio Barronuevo, Gloria del Pozo, Violeta Samuels. On the back of the photograph is written the names of the people in the photograph, the date, and the location the image was taken. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune, Albert Bethune, Jr., and two clergymen

A black and white photograph of Mary McLeod Bethune, her grandson, and two clergymen. From left to right: Unknown; Albert Bethune Jr., Mary McLeod Bethune's grandson, wearing a suit and tie; Father Fox, pastor of St. Timothy Episcopal Church, wearing a religious outfit and a white cloak; and Mary McLeod Bethune, wearing a black dress, a hat, and a string of pearls. They are standing in a room with wood floors and a large window. On the back of the photograph is written in pencil, "Father Fox, pastor St. Timothy Episcopal Church; Albert Bethune, grandson. Mrs. Bethune with the bishop and Mrs. Bethune. 1954." The photographer's stamp is also on the back of the image.
Mary McLeod Bethune and Albert McLeod Bethune

A black and white reprint of the original image of Albert Bethune and Mary McLeod Bethune standing together. Albert Bethune is standing at the left, in a suit and tie. Mary McLeod Bethune is standing at the right, wearing a pearl necklace, a black lace dress, and a corsage. They have their arms around each other. Albert is holding onto his mother's left hand with his right hand. Written on the back of the image is "Dr. Bethune with Albert Bethune, Sr. (her son) 1947." The image is printed on Kodak Image Magic paper. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune and Albert McLeod Bethune

A black and white reprint of an original image of Mary McLeod Bethune and her son Albert McLeod Bethune. Mary McLeod Bethune can be seen in the center of the image, sitting in a chair in the middle of her living room. She is wearing a black suit and heeled shoes, and has her hands resting in her lap and her legs crossed at the ankles. Her head is turned to the left, as she listens to her son read from a "Time" magazine. Albert is standing to the left of his mother, and he is looking down at the magazine he is holding in his hands. The "Time" cover depicts a man in a Nazi uniform, with a sun and a Swastika symbol. The cover is from December 1942, during World War II. To the right of the two of them is a wooden desk. Sitting above the desk at the right, awash in light, is a portrait of Mary McLeod Bethune's parents, Samuel and Patsy McIntosh McLeod. On the back of the image is written in pencil, "Dr. Bethune and son Albert Bethune 1942-1943." The image is printed on Kodak paper. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune and Albert McLeod Bethune, Jr.

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune seated in a chair with her grandson Albert McLeod Bethune, Jr. standing next to her. She is wearing a black dress with a pearl necklace. Albert Bethune Jr. is wearing a three-piece suit. They are posed in front of a door with a glass insert. On the back of the image is written in ink, "Albert McLeod Bethune Jr pictured with his grandmother Mary McLeod Bethune." Also written on theback is "early 1950s," as well as the stamp of the photographer's studio.
Mary McLeod Bethune and Carmella Williams

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune standing with Carmella Williams, a soprano concert artist, after her performance at the college. Mrs. Bethune is standing on the left, and is wearing a black dress with a large pendant necklace around her neck. Carmella Williams is standing on the right, wearing an Orient-inspired costume. In the background can be seen female student who is watching the photographer take the picture. On the back of the image is written in pencil, "Miss Carmella Williams, soprano concert artist, with Mrs. Bethune after her appearance at the college, yr. 1954." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune and Edward Rodriguez

A black and white image taken of Mary McLeod Bethune and her foster son, Edward Rodriguez, taken at his commencement at Bethune-Cookman College in 1930. They are standing on a sidewalk next to an unidentified campus building. Bushes and trees can be seen behind them. Mary McLeod Bethune is standing at the left, and she is wearing a white dress covered by a graduation gown, and is also wearing a cap and tassle. To her right is Edward Rodriguez, who is wearing a white suit, a graduation gown, a cap, and tassle. Edward Rodriguez, upon his graduation, later became the director of the Bethune Foundation. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune and Eleanor Roosevelt

A black and white photograph of Mary McLeod Bethune and First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt laughing together. Mrs. Bethune is on the left, and Eleanor Roosevelt is on the left. Mrs. Bethune is wearing a dark dress and eyeglasses, and she is helping attach a corsage to Eleanor Roosevelts dress jacket. Mrs. Roosevelt is wearing a dark dress and pearl necklaces. They are both laughing. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer's studio, and also written in pen is, "Mrs. Bethune and Mrs. Eleanor Roosevelt 1936."
Mary McLeod Bethune and Eleanor Roosevelt

A color photograph of Mary McLeod Bethune and Eleanor Roosevelt walking with other women and Patricia Bethune. Mary McLeod Bethune can be seen at the left of the image, wearing a large hat and a three-button suit and skirt. Eleanor Roosevelt is directly to the right, wearing a white hat and a brown dress. Patricia Bethune, Mrs. Bethune's great-granddaughter, can be seen in the foreground of the image. Behind Bethune and Roosevelt follows a group of women. On the back of the image is written, "Mrs. Bethune, Mrs. Roosevelt, g. granddaughter Patricia Bethune, 1952." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune and Eleanor Roosevelt

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune, left, and First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, right, seated together at Mrs. Bethune's home on Bethune-Cookman campus. They are both seated in high-back chairs and appear to be having a pleasant conversation. Mrs. Bethune, on the left, is wearing a dark-colored dress and a floral broach, and is wearing eyeglasses. Mrs. Roosevelt, on the right, is wearing a fur coat, gloves, and a hat. They are seated behind a table which has papers on top. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune and James A. Colston

A black and white photograph of Mary McLeod Bethune and James A. Colston, who served briefly as the second president of Bethune-Cookman University behind Mary McLeod Bethune. Mary McLeod Bethune is sitting at her desk signing a document. James A. Colston is standing to the right of her, looking down at the paper she is signing. Behind them can be seen a large bookshelf wall unit. In the background of the image behind Dr. Colston is a door with a sign above it which reads, "Think." Dr. Colston is wearing a three-piece suit, while Mrs. Bethune wears a dress. On the back of the photograph is a note that reads, "Presidents of BCC, Dr. Bethune and Dr. Colston, 1940's; Page 2 collage." The photographer of the image is unknown. The image is printed on Koidak Royal paper.
Mary McLeod Bethune and Julia Davis

A black and white photograph of Mary McLeod Bethune standing with Mrs. Julia Davis behind a table in a dining room. On the square table is a lace tablecloth, as well as a birthday cake with candles stuck in it. Two candelabras stand on the table with lit candles. Mary McLeod Bethune is wearing a dark-colored dress and Julia Davis is wearing a light-colored dress and eyeglasses. Against the wall behind them are two chairs and a side table, which has a variety of objects sitting on top. The windows are covered in curtains and window blinds. On the back of the photograph is written, "Mrs. Julia Davis, Mrs. Mary McLeod Bethune, birthday celebration, mid-40s." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune and Naomi Blevins

A black and white photograph of Mary McLeod Bethune with friend Naomi Blevins standing in the yard on Bethune-Cookman's campus. Naomi Blevins is standing at the left, and Mrs. Bethune is standing to the right, with her hand resting on a sculpture of an elephant. Trees can be seen behind them. On the back of the image is written in pen, "Daytona, August 1953, Naomi Blevins." The image is printed on Kodak Velox paper. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune at Foundation site

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune standing at the front door of the Mary McLeod Bethune Foundation, which was also her home. Dr. Bethune can be seen at the right of the image, wearing a white dress and white shoes. Her hand is resting on the doorknob of the storm door on the outside of the building. She is standing on the front porch. The storm door is open, and inside can be seen the main door, which is also open. On the wall to the left of the door is a plaque that reads "Mary McLeod Bethune Foundation, 1953, 'Not for myself but for others'." The Mary McLeod Bethune Foundation has been recognized as a National Historic Site. On the front of the image is written in pink ink, "Door of foundation." On the back of the photograph is written in pink ink, "Careful; Precious." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune at Toussiant L'Ouverture monument

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune and a unknown caucasian female standing with their arms wrapped around each other in front of the Toussiant L'Ouverture monument. Mary McLeod Bethune is standing to the right of the unknown female. They are both wearing dresses, and are admiring the statue. The statue itself depicts a man reaching a branch out to a bust atop a the pole with the inscription on it. On the back of the photograph, someone has incorrectly identified the statue as the Jose Martin statue, but the pole has the inscription with Toussiant L'Ouverture's name on it. In the background can be seen trees and houses. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune at Toussiant L'Ouverture monument

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune and another unknown African American woman laying a wreath at the foot of the statue of Toussiant L'Ouverture. They are both wearing dresses and each have a hand on the wreath. Mary McLeod Bethune is standing at the left. In the background can be seen trees. The statue itself depicts a person reaching out to a bust of a man which is placed atop a large pole. On the back of the photograph, someone incorrectly identified the statue as the Jose Martin statue, but the pole in the image has the inscription of Toussiant L'Ouverture's name. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune at Wayne University

A black and white image of sorority sister Mamie Alexander, left, who is pouring tea for a woman, right, at a party in honor of Mary McLeod Bethune at Wayne University. Miss Alexander is wearing dress and a hat. On the table before her are teacups, plates, and a tea pitcher. The woman to the right is wearing a large hat and a dark suit. In the background of the image can be seen other individuals, as well as curtains covering the windows. On the back of the photograph is written the date and place the image was taken, as well as, "Tea to honor Soror Mary McLeod Bethune, Soror Mamie Alexander pouring." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune at Wayne University

A black and white photograph of Mary McLeod Bethune, center, with two grade school students of sorority sister Roberta McGuire's class. Mrs. Bethune can be seen in the center wearing a dress, broach, and corsage. The woman on her right is wearing an overcoat, and is holding gloves and a hadbag. The woman on Mrs. Bethune's left is wearing an overcoat and is not looking at the camera. Draperies are covering the walls behind Mrs. Bethune. On the back of the photograph is the place and date the picture was taken, as well as "Soror Bethune and two grade school students of Soro Robert McGuire's class." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune at Wayne University

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune, seated center, with two female officers of the Delta Sigma Theta sorority, Tau chapter. Mrs. Bethune is wearing a suit jacket and is holding a bouquet of flowers in her lap. To the left of her is Vice-President Louise Rogers, who is wearing a dress and hat. To the right of Mrs. Bethune is President Blanche Causey, who is wearing a dress. Mrs. Bethune appears to be talking to them. On the back of the photograph is written the date (May 1, 1950) and place of the meeting, as well as who is present in the photo. The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune at Wayne University

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune, center, receiving a gift from a male university representative. Mrs. Bethune is wearing a dress, corsage, and broach. The man standing at the right of her is handing her an envelope. The back of the another person is at the right of the image. At the left, sorority member Margaret Montgomery looks on. She is wearing a hat and dress. In the background can be seen the windows and draperies. On the back of the image is written the place and date the image was taken, as well as, "Soror Mary McLeod Bethune receiving a token of love from a student representative. Soror Margaret Montgomery looking on." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune at Wayne University

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune speaking emphatically to a sorority at Wayne University in Detroit, Michigan. She is featured center, and is wearing a suit jacket and skirt and is holding her arms out to her sides. A chair sits in front of her. Around her are seated African American male and female students who are watching her intently. Windows are covered by curtains. On the back of the image are written the date and place of the event, as well as, "Soror Mary McLeod Bethune addressing the spellbound students at tea in her honor." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune at Wayne University

A black and white photograph of Mary McLeod Bethune being presented a bouquet of flowers by Miss Doris Johnson, who is standing to the right of Mary McLeod Bethune and has her hand on the bouquet. Mrs. Bethune can be seen in the center of the photograph, wearing a dress and holding the flowers. The remaining women in the photograph are unidentified, and are all wearing dresses. They are members of the Delta Sigma Theta, Tau chapter. On the back of the photograph is written the place and location of the picture, as well as this description: "Soror Mary McLeod Bethune being presented a bouquet of roses by Miss Doris Johnson of Alpha Kappa Alpha. Members of Tau Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta look on." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune at Wayne University

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune, left, and Mrs. Kathryn Groves, right, at Wayne University. Mrs. Groves was a Women's Activities counselor. Mrs. Bethune is wearing a dress, broach, and corsage, and is shaking the right hand of Mrs. Kathryn Groves, who is also wearing a dress, a hat with a feather sticking out, and carrying a handbag in her left arm. In the background can be seen other individuals and curtains. On the back of the photograph is written the place and date the image was taken, as well as, "Soror Mary McLeod Bethune with Mrs. Kathryn Groves, Women's Activities Counselor." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune awards a plaque to Henry Bartley

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune awarding a plaque to Henry Bartley. Mrs. Bethune is standing in the center of the image, wearing a cap, gown and tassel, and holding the plaque in her left hand. She is shaking hands with Henry Bartley, who is wearing an academic gown. Seated behind them are additional faculty and staff, and at the back, the female Bethune-Cookman choir. On the back of the photograph is the note, "Dr. Henry Bartley receiving plaque from Dr. Bethune." The photographer of the image is unknown.
Mary McLeod Bethune awards diploma

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune, center, awarding a plaque to a student during a commencement. She is standing in the center of the image, wearing a cap, academic gown, and tassel. She is reading from a folder in her left hand and handing the diploma to the student with her right. The student is standing to her right, and he is wearing a light-colored suit and tie. At the left of the image is Richard Vernon Moore, Sr., president of Bethune-Cookman University at the time. He is standing behind a podium. Seated behind them are additional faculty and staff, wearing caps, gowns, and tassels. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer's studio, as well as the following note, "Pres. Moore looks on as Mrs. Bethune presents award to student 1950."
Mary McLeod Bethune awards plaque to Ada Lee

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune awarding a plaque to Ada Lee. Mrs. Bethune can be seen at the right of the image, wearing an academic gown and standing behind a podium. She is handing a plaque with a chain attached to the back to Ada Lee, who is wearing a suit jacket and skirt. Standing directly behind Mrs. Bethune and only partially visible is Richard V. Moore, who is wearing an academic cap, gown, and tassel. Seated in the front row at the left is academic dean Charlotte Ford Clark, also wearing an academic gown, cap, and tassel, as well as holding a piece of paper in her lap. Seated to the right of her in the first row is Bishop W. E. Bowen. On the back of the photograph are written the names of the people in the photograph.
Mary McLeod Bethune awards trophy

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune presenting an award to an African American male in the auditorium in White Hall. Mrs. Bethune can be seen at the left, wearing a patterned dress. She is standing behind a podium, and is handing something to the man at the right. He is wearing a suit and is looking out at the audience. Seated behind them, watching the events, are Mrs. D. E. Williams, wearing a white hat and dark dress, and Mr. D. E. Williams, who was the supervisor of Negro Schools in Florida at the time. Behind them, sitting on the bleachers, are other onlookers. On the back of the photograph is written in pencil, "1940s, Mrs. Bethune awarding trophy, Mr. and Mrs. D. E. Williams, sup. of Negro Schools in Florida." The photographer of the image is unknown.

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