Scope and arrangement
The Black film pressbook collection is arranged in three series:
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ca. 1919-1928
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1935-1974
This series includes promotional material for films from Hollywood studios, such as Paramount Pictures, Toddy Pictures, and Herald Pictures. The films include all-Black casts or feature Black actors in leading roles.
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ca. 1930s
This series includes promotional material, mostly handbills, for Henry Armstrong and Joe Louis boxing matches.