Black leadership in Los Angeles: Ivan J. Houston : oral history transcript / by Ranford B. Hopkins, Oral History Program, University of California, Los Angeles, 1989.

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Black leadership in Los Angeles: Ivan J. Houston : oral history transcript / by Ranford B. Hopkins, Oral History Program, University of California, Los Angeles, 1989.

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Houston discusses his life from early childhood through his involvement with Golden State Mutual Life Insurance Company. Particular attention is given to Houston's family background, the growth of Golden State Mutual, his service in the United States Army, and issues facing the black community in Los Angeles.

xi, 235 p. : front. ; 29 cm.

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