An interesting original (c. 1968–1971) piece of Detroit Black entertainment history. This single handwritten sheet of contacts and radio notes was written by Pinkney Roberts on vintage stationery from The Hollander Motel (13632 Dexter Blvd. at Clements, Detroit, MI), a notable mid-century, Black-friendly lodging establishment on Detroit’s West Side. Originating directly from the personal archive of Pinkney Roberts ("The Fashion Plate Emcee"), this document offers an authentic look into Detroit’s late-1960s Black media, radio, and nightlife scene.
Key Content & Historical Highlights:
- WGPR Radio Connection: Explicitly references pioneering Black-owned station WGPR (107.5 FM), listing DJ Jo Rae, the station's 825 E. Hancock Ave. address, and a specific entry for a live broadcast: "Remote from Chicken Roost - 834-1725."
- Notable Local Figures: Includes entries for prominent Detroit playwright and songwriter Val Benson (co-writer of "Detroit" with Kim Weston and wife of Four Tops founder Obie Benson), Detroit radio personality/singer Sonny Carter (listed on Livernois Ave.), and local studio setup contact Jack Sewell.
8.5" x 11" in good working condition showing handling wear, light surface soiling, and original fold lines consistent with pocket-carried notes. Handwriting remains fully legible throughout.
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