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Dick Gregory discusses his career

BROADCAST: May. 14, 1970 | DURATION: 00:58:15

Synopsis

Lillian Smith excerpt opens the program.

Details

Broadcast Date
May. 14, 1970

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 54.25 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
58 minutes, 15 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Civil Rights Comedy, Satire African American History & Culture Law, Crime, Prison Race Relations

People

Entertainers

Tags

Gregory, Dick African Americans Political activists Civil rights movements Comedians Audiotapes. Radio programs. Gregory, Dick. WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.)

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