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had the atmosphere of a family outing and neighborhood gala

in their sincere mourning his fellow countrymen will proclaim him among their greatest

Harlem’s Historic Theater Size:8" x 10" but the deeper purpose forThe historic Apollo Theater in Harlem first opened its doors in 1914 and has played a pivotal role in the evolution of jazz, swing, bebop, R&B, gospel, blues and soul, among other quintessential American music genres. It is best known for its Amateur Night contests, which debuted in 1934 when the theaters new ownership began redirecting their programming to serve Harlems growing African American community. This photograph of the Apollo Theater was