Correspondence with Marian Anderson, 1939.
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Bledsoe, Jules, 1898-1943
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Singer, actor. Bledsoe created the role of Jo and the interpretation of the song "Old Man River" in the original production of "Show Boat" (1927) and is also known for his title role in "The Emperor Jones.". From the guide to the Jules Bledsoe papers, 1931-1939, (The New York Public Library. Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, Manuscripts, Archives and Rare Books Division.) Singer, actor. Bledsoe created the role of Jo and the interpretat...