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MALCOLM X.

37 Inscribed Photos, silver gelatin prints, most 8 by 10 inches (a few smaller), most images apparently prepared for publication, most inscriptions on the verso identifying images, a few with inscriptions on separate leaves affixed to image with clips, some wear to surface and edges throughout.

Malcolm most likely inscribed the bulk of these images in preparation for publication in Muhammed Speaks, the national newsletter he developed for the Nation of Islam. Present are images from the trial of the officers involved in the Ronald Stokes murder including one image of a white man craning his ear against a courtroom door. Malcolm writes on a separate leaf: " Officer R.P. Williams, waiting to testify against the 14 innocent Muslims, tries to listen (eavesdrop) on fellow officers' testimony so he can make his story 'fit' theirs." Other images feature Malcolm's many public appearances at rallies and on radio and television shows. One photo features Malcolm and Betty with their three daughters sitting with Cassius Clay, inscribed to Robert John " May Allah Bless you with Health & Strength & Happiness."

Lot no. 2172
Sale no. 7308z

Estimate 8000 / 12000

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