Activism Collection (#4)

League To Enforce Peace - Group. William H. Taft in Center, 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing
League To Enforce Peace - Group. William H. Taft in Center, 1916

Martin, Anne Henrietta. National Chairman, National Women [sic] Party, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Anne Henrietta Martin, National Chairman, National Woman's Party, 1917. Activist, suffragist, pacifist, author; first national chair of the NWP in 1916; first woman to run for the United States

Suffragists Mrs. R. M. McLennan and Mrs. R.C. Burleson, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Suffragists Mrs. R. M
Suffragists Mrs. Russell M. McLennan and Mrs. R.C. Burleson, 1913

Mrs. R.M. McLennan, Sufragette [sic], 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Mrs. R.M. McLennan, Sufragette [sic], 1913
Mrs. Russell M. McLennan, Suffragette, 1913. Woman riding astride a horse, (rather than sidesaddle)

Mrs. R.M. McLennan, Sufragette [sic], 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Mrs. R.M. McLennan, Sufragette [sic], 1913
Mrs. Russell M. McLennan, Suffragette, 1913

Fisher, Dorothy, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Fisher, Dorothy, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915

Fisher, Dorothy, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Fisher, Dorothy, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915

Fisher, Dorothy, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Fisher, Dorothy, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915

Mrs. Medill McCormick, (Ruth Hanna), at Desk, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Mrs
Mrs. Medill McCormick, (Ruth Hanna), at Desk, 1914. American politician, activist, and publisher

Mrs. Abby Scott Baker And Sons, 1917 or 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Mrs. Abby Scott Baker And Sons, 1917 or 1918
Mrs. Abby Scott Baker And Sons, 1917 or 1918. American suffragist and women's rights advocate; Political Chair of the National Woman's Party. Baker had three sons who served during World War I

Miss Elizabeth Stuyvesant, portrait photograph, 1919 Jan. 19. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Miss Elizabeth Stuyvesant, portrait photograph, 1919 Jan. 19. American dancer and suffragist, active in the campaign for birth control

Mrs. Victor Berger, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Mrs. Victor Berger, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Mrs. Victor Berger, 1911. [Meta Berger was a prominent socialist organiser in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She campaigned for improved public schooling systems. Her husband, politician Victor L

American Legion, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. American Legion, between 1910 and 1920
American Legion, between 1910 and 1920. [Group of women with a copy of Stars and Stripes, a military newspaper. The American Legion is a non-profit organisation of U.S. war veterans]

Miss Hallie Q. Brown, M. S. Elocutionist, 1888. Creator: Unknown
Miss Hallie Q. Brown, M. S. Elocutionist, 1888. African-American educator, a professor of elocution, writer and activist Hallie Quinn Brown received a Bachelor of Science degree from Wilberforce

Mrs. Lawrence Lewis, Rep. Simon D. Fess Sen. C. Curtis, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Mrs
Mrs. Lawrence Lewis, Rep. Simon [sic] D. Fess, Sen. C. Curtis, between 1910 and 1920. [US politicians and activists: lawyer Lawrence Lewis; unknown and unknown; suffragist and campaigner Dora Lewis

National Woman's Party Exec. group, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing
National Woman's Party Exec. group, between 1910 and 1920. [American suffragists. The NWP was a women's political organisation formed in 1916 to fight for women's suffrage]

The wife of Rev. J. W. Early; Lectured and taught school through the south... Tenn. 1907. Creator: Unknown
The wife of Rev. J. W. Early; Lectured and taught school through the south; Has a beautiful home in Nashville, Tenn. 1907

Miss Ida B. Wells, [Frontispiece], (1894?). Creator: Unknown
Miss Ida B. Wells, [Frontispiece], (1894?)

A.J. Carey, Jr.; The Chicago Daily News [1st prize check], 1925. Creator: Unknown
A.J. Carey, Jr.; The Chicago Daily News [1st prize check], 1925

Charlotte Hawkins Brown, 1917-1923. Creator: Unknown
Charlotte Hawkins Brown, 1917-1923

Anne Martin, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Anne Martin, between 1910 and 1920
Anne Martin, between 1910 and 1920. American activist, suffragist, pacifist, and author Anne Henrietta Martin in her office, holding a copy of The Suffragist'

Mrs. Ralph Gallinger, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Mrs. Ralph Gallinger, between 1910 and 1920
Mrs. Ralph Gallinger, between 1910 and 1920. Woman sewing. Possibly the daughter-in-law of Senator Jacob Harold Gallinger

Women at French Embassy, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Women at French Embassy
Women at French Embassy, between 1910 and 1920

Mrs. Ariel S. H. Bowen [recto], 1902. Creator: Unknown
Mrs. Ariel S. H. Bowen [recto], 1902. African-American writer, temperance activist Ariel Serena Hedges Bowen, professor of music at Clark University in Atlanta

Edward H. Wright, Cook County, Ill. Commissioner, (1899?). Creator: Unknown
Edward H. Wright, Cook County, Ill. Commissioner, (1899?)

Miss J. Imogene Howard, 1892. Creator: Unknown
Miss J. Imogene Howard, 1892

Dr. J. E. W. Thompson, Permanent Chairman, 1892. Creator: Unknown
Dr. J. E. W. Thompson, Permanent Chairman, 1892

Officers of the League; C. H. Lansing, Jr. Temporary Chairman, 1892. Creator: Unknown
Officers of the League; C. H. Lansing, Jr. Temporary Chairman, 1892

Officers of the League; William E. Gross, Treasurer, 1892. Creator: Unknown
Officers of the League; William E. Gross, Treasurer, 1892

Officers of the League; William Russell Johnson, Secretary, 1892. Creator: Unknown
Officers of the League; William Russell Johnson, Secretary, 1892

Hon. B. W. Arnett, 1886. Creator: Folger
Hon. B. W. Arnett, 1886. African-American civil rights activist, politician, educator, minister, bishop and author Benjamin William Arnett

Jeannette Rankin, (right), 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Jeannette Rankin, (right), 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Jeannette Rankin, (right), 1917. Rep. from Montana 1917-1919. Politician, US Representative, and women's rights advocate. First woman to hold federal office in the United States

W. H. Steward, 1887. Creator: Unknown
W. H. Steward, 1887. African-American educator, journalist, civil rights activist William Henry Steward was president of the Afro-American Press Association

Portrait of Lena Horne and Lennie Hayton, New York, N.Y. 1946. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Lena Horne and Lennie Hayton, New York, N.Y. 1946

Portrait of Josh White and Mary Lou Williams, WMCA, New York, N.Y. ca. Oct. 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Josh White and Mary Lou Williams, WMCA, New York, N.Y. ca. Oct. 1947

Portrait of Lena Horne and Lennie Hayton, New York, N.Y. 1946. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Lena Horne and Lennie Hayton, New York, N.Y. 1946

Portrait of Lena Horne and Lennie Hayton, New York, N.Y. 1946. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Lena Horne and Lennie Hayton, New York, N.Y. 1946

The North Kilkenny Election--Mr. Parnell Mobbed Whist Leaving Castlecomer, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The North Kilkenny Election--Mr. Parnell Mobbed Whist Leaving Castlecomer, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

Hon. Jere A. Brown, Cleveland, Ohio, 1888. Creator: Vogt Bros
Hon. Jere A. Brown, Cleveland, Ohio, 1888. African-American politician and civil rights activist Jeremiah A. Brown. When young, he worked on steamboats with Mark Twain

Auguste Blanqui, between 1848 and 1865. Creator: Antoine Joseph Wiertz
Auguste Blanqui, between 1848 and 1865

Alexander Clark, 1887. Creator: Unknown
Alexander Clark, 1887. African-American diplomat, businessman and activist; United States Ambassador to Liberia, co-owner and editor of The Conservator newspaper

John Jasper, 1887. Creator: Unknown
John Jasper, 1887. African-American minister, activist and public speaker. From "Men of Mark: Eminent, Progressive and Rising" by William J. Simmons

J. P. Campbell, 1887. Creator: Unknown
J. P. Campbell, 1887. Jabez Pitt Campbell, African-American minister, activist, philanthropist and bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church

John W. Cromwell, 1887. Creator: Unknown
John W. Cromwell, 1887. John Wesley Cromwell, African-American lawyer, teacher, civil servant, journalist, historian, and civil rights activist

T. T. Fortune, 1887. Creator: Unknown
T. T. Fortune, 1887. Timothy Thomas Fortune, African-American orator, civil rights leader, journalist, writer, editor, economist and publisher

Harvey Johnson, 1887. Creator: Unknown
Harvey Johnson, 1887. African-American pastor and civil rights activist. From "Men of Mark: Eminent, Progressive and Rising" by William J. Simmons

C. B. Purvis, 1887. Creator: Unknown
C. B. Purvis, 1887. African-American doctor Charles Burleigh Purvis was the first black physician to treat a sitting president when he attended James Garfield after he was shot by an assassin in

J. A. Arneaux, 1887. Creator: Unknown
J. A. Arneaux, 1887. African-American Shakespearean actor, journalist and civil rights activist John A. Arneaux was editor

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"Activism: A Global Movement for Change" Revolutionary art takes center stage at the Museum of the Revolution in Havana, Cuba, showcasing the power of creativity as a catalyst for social change. From vibrant murals to thought-provoking sculptures, this museum serves as a testament to the indomitable spirit of activism. In Germany, Rosa Luxemburg emerges as an influential Marxist activist, challenging societal norms and fighting tirelessly for workers' rights. Her legacy continues to inspire generations striving for equality and justice. London becomes a hotbed of demonstrations, with Tariq Ali leading the charge. As a writer, journalist, and filmmaker, Ali fearlessly uses his platform to shed light on pressing issues and mobilize communities towards meaningful action. Mabel Tuke stands proudly as Joint Honourary Secretary of the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU) in 1908. With unwavering determination, she advocates for women's suffrage and paves the way for future feminist movements worldwide. Bertrand Russell sits humbly on London's pavement alongside fellow protesters during a Committee of 100 demonstration against nuclear weapons. This British philosopher's commitment to peace resonates through time as he champions non-violent resistance against global threats. A London march against racialism unites diverse voices in solidarity against discrimination. Together they challenge systemic racism while fostering inclusivity and understanding within society. The fight against apartheid reaches Lord's cricket ground where passionate demonstrators demand justice and equality. Their unwavering stance sends ripples across nations determined to dismantle oppressive regimes. Even sports become battlegrounds for activism when protests erupt against Lions playing South Africa during apartheid years. Athletes use their platforms not only for competition but also as powerful tools advocating human rights globally. Mike Terry leads with conviction at annual general meetings where activists gather to strategize collective efforts towards change. His inspiring speeches galvanize individuals into action while strengthening community bonds that fuel the movement.