George A. and Maudelle Weston papers, 1919-1979.

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George A. and Maudelle Weston papers, 1919-1979.

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George Weston papers consist of correspondence, writings, printed material, and clippings concerning his career, theology, and politics. One folder pertains to the Pro-Lad Paint company (Africa's Shadow Type Progressive Ladder Paint, Ltd.) and a paint to be made in Antigua especially for tropical climates. Biographical article on Weston by Lionel M. Yard, 1975, and sheet music and words by Weston for "Climbing Africa's Ladder." The Maudelle Weston series include programs and clippings pertaining to Mrs. Weston's career as a dancer during the 1940s-1960s.

Papers organized into two series: I George Weston; and II Maudelle Weston.

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Universal negro improvement association

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International black fraternal and philanthropic organization founded in 1914 by Marcus Garvey. Originally designed to promote Pan-Africanism, it later developed into a radical political organization which advocated the repatriation of blacks to Africa. From the description of Records 1921-1986. (Rhinelander District Library). WorldCat record id: 17975241 The Universal Negro Improvement Association and African Communities League (UNIA) was founded in Jamaica on August 1, 1914...

Weston, George A., 1885-1973.

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Yard, Lionel M.

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Weston, Maudelle.

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Weston, George A. and Maudelle.

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George Weston was a minister of the African Orthodox Evangelical Mission, leader in the Garvey movement, and vice president of the Universal Negro Improvement Association. His wife, Maudelle Weston, was a dancer. From the description of George A. and Maudelle Weston papers, 1919-1979. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122517363 ...

Africa's Shadow Type Progressive Ladder Paint Co., Ltd.

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