DR-A003 Jessie Baker 1951
FILES
Dublin Core
Title
DR-A003 Jessie Baker 1951
Subject
Gainsboro; Entertainment; David Ramey.
Description
Assumedly the boxer Jessie Baker from 1951. The boxer is in "Everlast" shorts, and there is a large crowd behind him. On the left side of the image, there appears to be a commentator box. There are several signs in the background; they read, "Budwiser Beer", "Drink Coca Cola", and "Kool Milds".
Story in The Times and Life on Henry Street (2012), p. 30. Displayed in the Harrison Museum of African American Culture Exhibit 2023-2024.
Story in The Times and Life on Henry Street (2012), p. 30. Displayed in the Harrison Museum of African American Culture Exhibit 2023-2024.
Creator
David A. Ramey
Publisher
Roanoke Public Libraries
Date
n.d.
Contributor
Gainsboro Branch of Roanoke Public Libraries
Rights
Copyright Status: Copyright is held by David A. Ramey, LLC.
Conditions Governing Publication and Other Uses: All requests to publish, quote, or reproduce must be submitted in writing to David A. Ramey, LLC. Contact repository manager for further information.
Conditions Governing Publication and Other Uses: All requests to publish, quote, or reproduce must be submitted in writing to David A. Ramey, LLC. Contact repository manager for further information.
Format
8.5x11"
Identifier
DR-A003
Medium
Ink and Colored Pencil on Paper
Still Image Item Type Metadata
Original Format
Drawing
Collection
Citation
David A. Ramey, “DR-A003 Jessie Baker 1951,” Virginia Room Digital Collection, accessed July 23, 2026, https://www.virginiaroom.org/digital/document/DR-A003.