4 10 129 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Treadwell, Tina Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music Event A non-persistent, time-based occurrence. Metadata for an event provides descriptive information that is the basis for discovery of the purpose, location, duration, and responsible agents associated with an event. Examples include an exhibition, webcast, conference, workshop, open day, performance, battle, trial, wedding, tea party, conflagration. Date Started October 3, 1968 Date Ended October 16, 1968 Type of Event Controversy Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Gloria Lynne (Wilson) Assistant City Clerk Controversy, October 3-16, 1969 Description An account of the resource In the fall of 1968, Lynne became embroiled in a racialized political controversy. The controversy surrounding Gloria Lynne unfolded in Englewood in the late 1960s at the intersection of race, politics, gender, and respectability. A nationally known soul singer—Harlem-born and commercially successful, with millions of records sold—Lynne had recently begun a new chapter of her life by taking a modest position as an assistant in the Englewood City Clerk’s office. Her decision was pragmatic rather than symbolic: the nightclub and television circuits had slowed, and she was looking for stability and a future beyond the uncertainties of the music business. What might have been a routine municipal hire quickly became politicized. Shortly after her appointment by the city’s Democratic administration, Republican officials publicly criticized the decision, questioning both the process of her hiring and her qualifications. The most cutting—and widely publicized—attack focused not on her professional competence or work ethic, but on whether she could type. The insinuation carried a sharp edge: that a Black woman, known publicly as a performer, was unfit for clerical work in city government. The criticism spilled into newspapers and council meetings, transforming Lynne into the subject of a highly visible political dispute. In a letter explaining her resignation, she described the experience as deeply upsetting, noting that her name and reputation were being dragged into a political fight that had no basis in fact. She emphasized that she cared deeply about her professional standing and felt it was unfair to suggest she was unqualified, especially given the work she had already performed in the short time she held the job. Although she acknowledged that her typing skills were rusty, she explained that she had been upfront about this and believed her overall performance demonstrated her qualifications. Ultimately, Lynne resigned not because she felt incapable, but because she refused to remain a political target. The episode exposed how quickly questions of race, celebrity, and gender could be weaponized in local politics, and how a Black woman’s presence in civic space could provoke scrutiny far out of proportion to the job itself. Her departure was less a personal failure than a revealing moment for Englewood—a case study in how municipal power struggles could eclipse fairness, dignity, and basic respect for individual competence. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived "Gloria Lynne Begins a New Service Career." <em>The Record</em>, October 3, 1932. "City Loses Soul Staffer." The Record, October 16, 1968. https://archive.englewoodmakeshistory.org/files/original/91151b9b960a973bbc106e6e2ef785a1.png cc5bca38846d2f799bced69e4150da63 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Vale, Jerry Description An account of the resource <strong>Vale, Jerry</strong> (1930–2014) was an American traditional pop singer best known for his smooth, Italian-influenced vocal style and a long recording career that peaked in the 1950s and 1960s. Born Genaro Louis Vitaliano in the Bronx to Italian immigrant parents, Vale rose to national prominence with romantic ballads such as “You Don’t Know Me,” “Pretend You Don’t See Her,” and “Al Di La.” He became closely associated with the era of classic crooners and frequently performed alongside figures like Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett, earning a devoted following through recordings, radio, television appearances, and live performances. Vale had a strong connection to Bergen County, New Jersey. He moved to Englewood in 1961 where he lived for many years. His presence in the area made him a well-known local figure, and he was often associated with the broader Englewood community and its cultural life. Like several entertainers who settled in the area, Vale valued the region’s proximity to New York City while maintaining a quieter residential life, and his long residence helped cement his place in northern New Jersey’s mid-20th-century cultural landscape. In 1971, Vale left Englewood and moved to Los Vegas. <br /> <p class="p1">"Narrative generated by chatgpt, 5.5 , Open AI, June 3, 2026. The author provided original archival research and subsequently edited the content for historical accuracy and historiographical alignment."</p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Publicity photo of Jerry Vale Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived ebay item Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available wikipedia Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource November 1965 dates are stamped on back Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Colman, David Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Public Domain Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Parker, Kris "KRS-One Description An account of the resource <strong>KRS-One</strong> (born Lawrence Parker on August 20, 1965) is one of hip-hop’s most influential MCs, educators, and cultural theorists, best known as the philosophical force behind the pioneering group Boogie Down Productions. Rising to prominence in the mid-1980s, KRS-One helped redefine hip-hop as a platform for social critique, historical consciousness, and self-education through landmark albums such as Criminal Minded and By All Means Necessary. Often called “The Teacha,” he has spent decades using music, lectures, and writing to address racism, policing, capitalism, and Black history, while also founding the Temple of Hip Hop to preserve hip-hop as a global culture rooted in knowledge and responsibility. KRS-One has meaningful ties to Englewood, New Jersey, where he lived and was actively involved in local community life beyond his recording career. As a parent in the Englewood school system, he regularly participated in educational and civic activities, including volunteering at Cleveland School, where he gave a dramatic reading during a PTO-sponsored READ IN and Book Fair that exceeded its fundraising goals and helped supply classroom libraries with new books. In 2001 he volunteered with Cleveland School’s ENCORE Program and took part in events such as Hip-Hop Appreciation Week, using his visibility and voice to promote literacy, education, and cultural pride among Englewood’s children. His presence in Englewood reflects the borough’s role as a site of Black cultural, intellectual, and artistic life in North Jersey, and underscores how KRS-One’s commitment to hip-hop has always extended beyond the stage into schools, neighborhoods, and everyday community institutions. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource KRS-1 Invades Wilmington (A Tribute To Bob Marley) Cropped from original image. Photo by Saquan Stimpson. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Flickr Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available wikipedia Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 26 July 2008 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Colman, David Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Public Domain https://archive.englewoodmakeshistory.org/files/original/4e79b6faeacd61b73bcc56116b1f20ad.png 01af200b73a91f2a30d1576e3383b52f Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Cobb, Arnett Description An account of the resource <strong>Arnett Cobb</strong> (August 10, 1918 – March 16, 1989) was a renowned American jazz tenor saxophonist, celebrated for his powerful, blues-infused sound and his central role in the Texas tenor tradition. Born in Houston, Texas, Cobb came up through a rich Black musical scene and was influenced by figures such as Ben Webster and Illinois Jacquet, developing a style marked by emotional intensity, robust tone, and deep blues feeling. By the late 1940s, Cobb had gained national recognition through his work with Lionel Hampton’s orchestra and as a featured performer at major jazz venues, including Birdland in New York City. His popularity during this period brought him beyond traditional jazz clubs and into broader community spaces. One such appearance took place in Englewood, New Jersey, where Cobb was billed as a featured attraction at the sixteenth annual dance of the Knights of the Mystic Sea, held at the Jewish Community Center. Advertised as a major event, the performance reflected Cobb’s stature at the time and illustrates how nationally prominent Black jazz artists were regularly booked for civic, fraternal, and social organizations in northern New Jersey during the postwar era. Throughout the 1950s, Cobb recorded extensively as a bandleader, particularly for Prestige Records, producing music that bridged swing, blues, and early rhythm-and-blues. Despite lifelong health challenges—including spinal tuberculosis and later the loss of both legs due to diabetes—he continued to perform and record with extraordinary determination. Arnett Cobb is remembered as one of the most expressive tenor saxophonists of his generation, whose career connected elite jazz stages like Birdland with community venues such as those in Englewood, leaving a lasting imprint on jazz, blues, and Black popular music traditions. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Brian McMillen Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available wikipedia Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Arnett Cobb at Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society, Half Moon Bay CA, 1979. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Colman, David Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Public Domain https://archive.englewoodmakeshistory.org/files/original/428dc5f0ff3a5b61d9e0233cd4db818a.png 0a3a54bafab1c478c3e97284fdeb010f Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Smalls, Tommy Description An account of the resource Tommy Smalls was a pioneering radio personality, entrepreneur, and cultural impresario whose influence extended across radio, nightlife, and Black popular culture in mid-20th-century New York and New Jersey. Best known on air as “Dr. Jive,” Smalls developed a fast-paced, charismatic broadcasting style that made him one of the most recognizable rhythm-and-blues DJs of his era and a key figure in bringing Black music to wider audiences. Smalls was a major presence on WWRL in New York City, one of the most important radio stations serving Black listeners in the Northeast. In June 1952, he expanded his reach into New Jersey when WWRL aired The Dr. Jive Show live from the black owned W. E. Beverage Corporation at 107 Williams Street in Englewood. This broadcast marked the first time a program of its kind originated from a beverage establishment in the area, underscoring Smalls’s innovative approach to radio promotion. By taking his show beyond the studio, he linked music, local business, and community life, promising listeners “the greatest” show and expressing enthusiasm about meeting fans “out Jersey way.” Beyond radio, Smalls was also the owner of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smalls_Paradise">Smalls Paradise</a>, one of Harlem’s most significant nightclubs and cultural institutions. Located on Seventh Avenue, Smalls Paradise was more than an entertainment venue; it was a symbol of Black entrepreneurship and cultural pride during an era of segregation. The club was known for its open-door policy, racially integrated dance floor, and commitment to showcasing top Black talent. Legendary musicians, dancers, and entertainers performed there, making it a vital hub for jazz, rhythm and blues, and Harlem social life. The dual roles Smalls played—as a radio tastemaker and nightclub owner—gave him unusual cultural influence. Through Smalls Paradise, he shaped live performance culture and created space for Black artistry and social freedom. Through The Dr. Jive Show, he amplified that culture over the airwaves, connecting Harlem’s nightlife to listeners across New York and into New Jersey. Together, these ventures cemented Tommy Smalls’s legacy as a key figure in the cultural infrastructure that sustained and promoted Black music, business, and community in the mid-20th century. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived wikipedia Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Pittsburgh Courier Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource November 17, 1956 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Colman, David Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Public Domain Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Stewart, Chuck Description An account of the resource Chuck Stewart (1927–2017) was an American photographer renowned for his powerful images of the jazz world and African American life. Over a career spanning more than five decades, he became one of the most important visual chroniclers of modern jazz, capturing iconic portraits and candid shots of artists such as John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Count Basie, and Ella Fitzgerald. Stewart’s photographs were widely published on album covers, in magazines, and in exhibitions, distinguished by their warmth, intimacy, and ability to convey both the artistry and humanity of his subjects. Beyond jazz, his lens also documented key moments of the Civil Rights era and broader cultural shifts, making his work an invaluable historical record. Stewart lived in Teaneck on Voorhees Street on the border of Englewood in a neighborhood filled with legends like the Isley Brothers and Ulysses Kay. The neighborhood was also a center of civil rights organizing in the 1960s. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Facebook, Count Basie Page Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Sampson, Edgar "Lamb" Description An account of the resource Edgar Sampson (1907–1973) was an influential American jazz composer, arranger, saxophonist, and violinist whose work helped shape the sound of the swing era. Born in New York City, he gained recognition in the early 1930s as a member of Chick Webb’s orchestra, where he composed and arranged many of the band’s signature tunes. His compositions—including “Stompin’ at the Savoy,” “Don’t Be That Way,” “Blue Lou,” and “If Dreams Come True”—became standards, recorded by legends such as Benny Goodman and Fletcher Henderson. Known for his sophisticated arrangements and melodic sense, Sampson’s contributions gave swing orchestras a distinctive polish and energy. Though less widely known by name than some of the bandleaders he wrote for, his music remains central to the jazz repertoire and a testament to his artistry. Englewood Connection. Sampson lived in Englewood at 154 Green Street very close to jazz legend Tyree Glen who lived on the corner of Englewood Avenue and Green Street. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Colman, David Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Glenn, Roger Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived https://mrtipplessf.com/calendar/roger-glenn-latin-jazz-ensemble-2/ Description An account of the resource Roger Glenn is an acclaimed jazz flutist, vibraphonist, and saxophonist whose career spans decades of vibrant contributions to Latin jazz and straight-ahead jazz traditions. Born into a musical family, he is the son of the legendary guitarist and vocalist Tyree Glenn, and he quickly established himself as a versatile multi-instrumentalist with a warm tone and lyrical improvisational style. Glenn has performed with many jazz luminaries, including Dizzy Gillespie, Mongo Santamaría, and Cal Tjader, and his playing has been featured on several classic recordings. Known for his ability to move seamlessly between instruments, he has toured internationally and brought a distinctive voice to ensembles ranging from Latin jazz combos to big bands. In addition to his live performances, Glenn has been a dedicated educator, sharing his passion for jazz with younger generations. His artistry reflects both deep respect for tradition and a spirit of innovation, making him a respected figure in the global jazz community. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Glenn, Tyree Jr Description An account of the resource Tyree Glenn Jr. is a jazz drummer and bandleader known for carrying forward the legacy of his father, trombonist and vibraphonist Tyree Glenn. Active on the New York jazz scene, he has performed with numerous ensembles and led groups that blend swing, bebop, and modern jazz influences. Glenn Jr. is admired for his dynamic, versatile drumming style and his ability to provide both driving rhythm and subtle nuance, making him a sought-after collaborator as well as a leader in his own right.