Barnett, Etta Moten, 1901-2004

An internationally acclaimed concert and musical theater singer, social activist and philanthropist, Etta Moten Barnett's career began in the 1930s and continued past her 100th birthday. She starred in Broadway musicals and in films. Her husband was Claude Barnett, founder and president of the Associated Negro Press. She was active in the Chicago chapter of The Links, Inc. Her papers include correspondence, speech texts, clippings, programs, photographs and memorabilia.

From the description of Papers, 1901-2004 (Chicago Public Library). WorldCat record id: 688306055

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