Grand Rapids Black Sash Vigil 1
Description:
Group of people gathered on the steps of City Hall for a Black Sash Vigil. Sylvia Glass, state youth NAACP secretary, speaks at the microphone and NBC camera in foreground. Sign reads: “The 'Black Sash Vigil' protests the ruthless treatment of volunteers helping Southern Negroes secure their freedom. Prayers will be offered for those whose lives are lost, those whose destinies are unknown and families of the victims.” Rev. Hugh Michael Beahan is on the top step to the right of the woman in the yellow hat. Stanley Davis is to the right of Beahan. The vigil was organized by the Kent County Chapter of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom.
Institution:
Grand Rapids Public Library