Wesley Williams papers, 1909-1984, 1919-1984.

Williams, James H. d1948.

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New York (N.Y.). Fire Department

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The New York City Fire Dept., comprised of volunteers, was disbanded by act of the state legislature in 1865 and replaced with the Metropolitan Fire Dept., a paid force. From the description of Records, 1855-1865. (New York University, Group Batchload). WorldCat record id: 58759003 Course taught at John Jay College for promotion and career training. From the description of Promotion and career training collection, 1972-1975. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 1554566...

Lowery, Robert O. (Robert Oliver), 1916-

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Vulcan Society (New York, N.Y.)

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Williams, Wesley A., 1896-1984

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New York City's first African-American fire fighter and fire official in the New York City Fire Department, ascending through the ranks from driver (1919), retiring as battalion chief (1952). He was a founder of the Vulcan Society, a black firemen's professional and social organization which sought better employment conditions. From the description of Wesley Williams papers, 1909-1984, 1919-1984. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122517463 From the guide to the Wesley Williams ...