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Louis, Joe, 1914-1981

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 19140513 - 19810412

Biographical / Historical

Joe Louis (1914-1981) was an American boxer. He was the world heavyweight boxing champion from 1937 to 1949.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Grace Davis Collection

 Collection
Identifier: RH-A-1803
Scope and Contents This collection includes news clippings and other materials collected by Grace Davi's mother, the later Alma Powell from the early 1930s to the late 1960s.The articles range in chronological order from the early 1930s to the late 1960s. They provide local, state, and national news, events, and perspectives. Alma Powell's articles also provide a snapshot of African-American history in Kalamazoo and nationwide. Through her work with the Kalamazoo Human Relations Committee, various...
Dates: early 1930s - late 1960s