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Robeson, Paul (performer) - The Horace Bushnell Memorial Hall Presents on the Occasion of Its First Anniversary Paul Robeson Negro Singer. Wednesday Evening January 14, 1930 (1931?) at 8: 15 O'Clock

 1553097584,
Hartford, CT, Horace Bushnell Memorial Hall, presumed Publisher, 1930. Pamphlet. no date, presumed 1930 (1931?) Side stapled booklet. 8 pp. A program to an event celebrating the first anniversary of the Horace Bushnell Memorial Hall in Hartford, Connecticut, an event that featured Paul Robeson performing a song recital. Some online sources indicate that the hall was built in 1930, with Robeson performing in 1931. The booklet features instructions for those taking private cars, a biography of Paul Robeson, a program for the evening, etc. Paul Robeson was a sports figure, actor and singer, as well as a leading civil rights activist for many years. Due to his perceived support of communism, a 1952 performance in Hartford caused a riot of protesters. GOOD condition. Horizontal fold crease present. Moderate soiling and minor staining. Some wrinkling. Good .
USD 54.00 [Appr.: EURO 46.25 | £UK 40.25 | JP¥ 7978] Book number 019812

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