Description
The Brian Thurn collection is comprised of photographs of objects and memorabilia that reflect aspects of the African-American cultural experience during the 20th century, particularly in and around Kansas City.
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Re-elect Alan Wheat

Election campaign poster for Alan Wheat, Freedom Inc. candidate on the Democrat ballot for 26th District State Representative, Missouri; includes a black and white photograph of the candidate in front of capitol building.
Type: posters
File: umkc_lsc_thurn_poster-006.png
Collection Identifier: MS-0050

K.C. Monarchs vs. Memphis Red Sox

Advertising poster for baseball game between the KC Monarchs and Memphis Red Sox in support of T-B and cancer research; $1.00 admission listed for game on Sunday, July 12; advertising twilight doubleheader.
Type: posters
File: umkc_lsc_thurn_poster-007_a.png
Collection Identifier: MS-0050

Remember John Deere Day

Advertising poster for John Deere Day inviting farmers and families for free attendance to baseball game.
Type: posters
File: umkc_lsc_thurn_poster-007_b.png
Collection Identifier: MS-0050

Welcome Monarchs

Poster welcoming KC Monarchs baseball fans.
Type: posters
File: umkc_lsc_thurn_poster-008_a.png
Collection Identifier: MS-0050

Delta Boys presents Breakfast Dance

Hand drawn poster advertising New Year's Eve Breakfast Dance, Friday, December 31 from 11PM to 5AM, at the Beau Brummel Club, 1729 Lydia, Kansas City, featuring Jumping Joe Thomas and His All Star Band; $1.00 suggested donation.
Type: posters
File: umkc_lsc_thurn_poster-008_b.png
Collection Identifier: MS-0050

Gigantic Easter Cabaret Matinee featuring Gene Carter and Orchestra

Poster advertising Easter Cabaret Matinee performance presented by Progress Patrol, April 13, 1952, from 4PM to 8PM at Armory on 18th & Highland, Kansas City, featuring Gene Carter and Orchestra along with Pee Wee Matthews, the "Boss of the Blues"; $1.00 suggested donation.
Type: posters
File: umkc_lsc_thurn_poster-009.png
Collection Identifier: MS-0050

Shrine Picnic

Poster advertising Shrine Picnic sponsored by Koran Temple No. 33 and Koran Court No. 37 on Saturday, July 2, 1955, 9:00PM at Adam's Farm; directions to picnic included; $1.00 tickets for sale.
Type: posters
File: umkc_lsc_thurn_poster-010.png
Collection Identifier: MS-0050

Twilight Memorial Day Dance

Poster advertising Twilight Memorial Day Dance sponsored by R.T. Coles Veterans Training School, Wednesday, May 30, 1951, at Prospect Hall, 22nd & Prospect, Kansas City; music presented by G.I. Pranksters; admission listed as $1.00 in advance, $1.50 at the door.
Type: posters
File: umkc_lsc_thurn_poster-011.png
Collection Identifier: MS-0050

Night in Barcelona

Poster advertising A Night in Barcelona at the Casa Loma Ballroom on Thursday, October 25, 1951, 9:00PM to 1:00AM; featured a popularity contest with prizes to Tuskegee-Wilberforce game in Chicago; contact info provided for Mrs. Sue Helmon "BE-9556, VI-2236 or BE-6694"; 75 cents admission.
Type: posters
File: umkc_lsc_thurn_poster-012.png
Collection Identifier: MS-0050

S.S. Savoy to Hawaii

Poster advertising "S.S. Savoy To Hawaii" presented by Lincoln Junior College on November 17, 8:00 PM at Lincoln High Auditorium & Gym; admission 65 cents in advance, 75 cents at the door.
Type: posters
File: umkc_lsc_thurn_poster-013.png
Collection Identifier: MS-0050

R.T. Coles Veterans Third Annual Xmas Frolic

Poster advertising third annual Xmas Frolic presented by R.T. Coles Veterans School on Monday, December 26, 1949, at New Prospect Hall, 22nd & Prospect; featuring music by R.T. Coles G.I. Pranksters; admission listed as 75 cents in advance and $1.00 at door.
Type: posters
File: umkc_lsc_thurn_poster-014.png
Collection Identifier: MS-0050

Visit Powell's Chicken To Go

Poster advertising Powell's Chicken To Go at 2704 Troost, GR1-9658, and 2606 E. 31st St., WA4-9872, Kansas City.
Type: posters
File: umkc_lsc_thurn_poster-015.png
Collection Identifier: MS-0050

M&R Employment Agency

Poster advertising employment and rental services for M & R Employment Agency at 3835 Prospect; jobs listed include "Chauffeurs, Butlers, Waiters, Truck Drivers, Station Attendants, Housemen, Laborers, Store Clerks, Janitors, Bus Boys, Caterers, Mechanics / Office Work, Nurses, Housekeepers, Waitresses, Cooks, Laundress, Receptionist, Typist, Sitters, Cateresses, Maids, Hospital Attendants, Etc."; phone number listed as UN1-2016; Charley Moore, Jr., President and Wilbert E. Rutledge, Sr., Vice President.
Type: posters
File: umkc_lsc_thurn_poster-016.png
Collection Identifier: MS-0050

Visit Flossie's Beauty Center

Poster advertising Flossie's Beauty Center at 603 1/2 E. 14th St.; phone number listed as HA-9165.
Type: posters
File: umkc_lsc_thurn_poster-017.png
Collection Identifier: MS-0050

Fall Festival

Poster for Fall Festival, October 18, 19, & 20, 6PM- 10:30PM, at Church of the Holy Spirit, 25th and Brooklyn; advertising prizes and refreshment booths in addition to $450 in bonds at event.
Type: posters
File: umkc_lsc_thurn_poster-018.png
Collection Identifier: MS-0050