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Printed Materials: Charles Lewis Reason: Educator, Scholar, and AdvocateScope and Content
A copy of the official proclamation by New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller of September 4, 1971 as Lewis Howard Latimer Day. The document features an ornate State of New York header, official government seals, and signatures from Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller and the Secretary to the Governor. The proclamation outlines Latimer’s achievements, including his contributions to electric lighting, telephone patents, and his role as a self-taught draftsman and engineer. It highlights his work with Edison and Bell, as well as his legacy as a role model for future generations. The document is printed on official state letterhead with decorative typography, reinforcing its historical and governmental significance.Context
An official proclamation issued by the State of New York Executive Chamber on July 22, 1971, by Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller. The document commemorates the life and contributions of Lewis Howard Latimer, an African American inventor and engineer. Latimer played a crucial role in the development of electrical lighting and telephone technology, working with both Alexander Graham Bell and Thomas Edison. This proclamation formally recognizes September 4 as Lewis Howard Latimer Day in New York State, marking the 123rd anniversary of his birth.Collection
Latimer Family Papers (1870-1996 ) [QPL Full Collection]Archive Items Details
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Charles Lewis Reason: Educator, Scholar, and AdvocateDescription
Title Page: "Charles Lewis Reason: Some Notes on the Scholar, Teacher, and Abolitionist" by James R. L. Diggs. The title page includes an illustration of an open book, along with handwritten inscriptions.
Introduction and Preface: The document outlines the significance of Reason’s work in Black education and advocacy.
Biographical Text: Several pages of dense text narrate his early life, academic achievements, and activism in abolitionist circles.
Final Page: The last image in the set appears to contain a closing statement or acknowledgment regarding Reason’s enduring legacy.
