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Newark (N.J.) -- History -- 20th century

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 271 Collections and/or Records:

Pamela E. Goldstein Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MG Nwk Goldstein-(Offsite)
Abstract

The collection covers the first few terms of the Sharpe James mayoralty, 1986-2002. Pamela E. Goldstein was the press spokeswoman for Mayor James.

Dates: c. 1986-2002
Found in: Charles F. Cummings New Jersey Information Center, Newark Public Library / Pamela E. Goldstein Collection

Parker-Brown Papers

 Collection
Identifier:  MG Nwk Parker-Brown
Abstract

The bulk of this collection is material on Urban Voices an African American poetry group in the Newark area. It also contains material on the “Newark, a day in the city” photography project and other miscellaneous Newark events.

Dates: 1975 - 1987
Found in: Charles F. Cummings New Jersey Information Center, Newark Public Library / Parker-Brown Papers

Pennsylvania Railroad Bridge (Passaic River) Blueprints Collection

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: MG Nwk PRR-(Fileroom)
Scope and Contents

This collection contains 4 files of blueprints of Pennsylvania Railroad Bridge over the Passic River.

Dates: 1936
Found in: Charles F. Cummings New Jersey Information Center, Newark Public Library / Pennsylvania Railroad Bridge (Passaic River) Blueprints Collection

Peter Shapiro Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MG Shapiro-(Offsite)
Scope and Contents The collection consists largely of material documenting Peter Shapiro's political career and interests, both in Essex County and statewide. References to Newark or to political activity and issues affecting Newark, are scattered throughout the collection. Contents are as follows:Box 1: photocopies of newspaper and magazine articles, mostly documenting Shapiro's campaigns and accomplishments in office, arranged chronologically,1975-1982 Box 2: photocopies of newspaper...
Dates: 1975 - 1986
Found in: Charles F. Cummings New Jersey Information Center, Newark Public Library / Peter Shapiro Collection

Philip S. Thomas Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MG Nwk PThomas-(Offsite)
Abstract

This collection contains materials related to Philip Thomas’ involvement in Newark performing arts, including his leadership positions and partnerships with various organizations including the Wofabe African Drum Program, The Carter G. Woodson Foundation, Newark Symphony Hall, New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Greater Paterson Arts Council and the New Jersey State Council of the Arts.

Dates: 1971 - 2023; Majority of material found within 1990 - 1998
Found in: Charles F. Cummings New Jersey Information Center, Newark Public Library / Philip S. Thomas Collection

Photos from Mayor Gibson's Publicity Office

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MG Nwk Gibson PO-(Fileroom)
Scope and Contents Boxes 1 and 2 contain 6 unlabelled folders (ca. 1970-ca. 1989) containing mostly 8" x 10" black and white publicity photographs of Kenneth A. Gibson, members of his administration, and events in Newark. The bulk of the photographs were taken during Gibson's mayoralty, and in ocnnection with his official duties. Subjects include ground-breakings, inaugurations, swearing-in and award ceremonies, and other events; group photographs of the mayor with dignitaries, council members, and prominent...
Dates: 1970 - 1989
Found in: Charles F. Cummings New Jersey Information Center, Newark Public Library / Photos from Mayor Gibson's Publicity Office

Potter Glass Negatives

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MG Nwk Potter
Abstract

Photos by Harry G. Potter of buildings, churches, and street scenes mostly in the downtown area.

Dates: c. 1900s-1920s
Found in: Charles F. Cummings New Jersey Information Center, Newark Public Library / Potter Glass Negatives

Protestant Foster Home Record Book

 Collection — Volume 1
Identifier: MG Nwk PFH-(Main)
Scope and Contents The collection consists of a ledger with entries for children numbered 681 through 1151, and for three children without numbers. Each entry includes the child's name, age, dated admitted, parents' names, street address, religion, "nation," occupation, and remarks. The remarks include information regarding the child's health, parents' health (e.g., "consumptive") and habits (e.g., "drinks"), whether the parents will pay board, and dates and details of the child's discharge from the home. Most...
Dates: 1886 - 1911; 1848
Found in: Charles F. Cummings New Jersey Information Center, Newark Public Library / Protestant Foster Home Record Book

Public Service Photographs

 Collection
Identifier: MG PSEG
Abstract

This collection consists of photographs from Public Service equipment (telephones, substations and buses), operators, and staff groups from 1927-1960.

Dates: 1927 - 1960; 1985
Found in: Charles F. Cummings New Jersey Information Center, Newark Public Library / Public Service Photographs

Rachlin and Company Records

 Collection
Identifier: MG Nwk Rachlin
Abstract

This collection contains records from the offices of Rachlin & Co., a Newark real estate company (prev. Union Building Company, Alfred Greenfield & Co.)

Dates: Majority of material found within 1904 - 1973
Found in: Charles F. Cummings New Jersey Information Center, Newark Public Library / Rachlin and Company Records

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