William Pickens, Sr.
- Philip J. Merrill
- May 7, 2022
- 1 min read
#1919Letter from #WilliamPickensSr (1881-1954), #VicePresident of #MorganCollege to son, #WilliamPickensJr
Teaching him #FinancialLiteracy for his upcoming 13th birthday.
"Papa will give you the five dollars- to be added to your bank account."
Pickens was also a linguist who spoke 4 languages.
In the group photo below, Pickens is identified with the red circle around his face with other leading Baltimore activists of the day.
Courtesy of Nanny Jack & Co Archives
Colorized courtesy of #DeOldify
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