This letter signed by Marian Anderson, a major figure in African American history, shows her strong connection to Philadelphia. Anderson was an invited guest at the 4th of July program at the Anthony DiSilvestro Recreation Center and, this letter is addressed to Mrs. Mary DiSilvestro, wife of then Pennsylvania State Senator Anthony DiSilvestro, thanking her for sending pictures taken at the event. Mrs. DiSilvestro, an active member of the Philadelphia Human Relations Commission, and her husb ...click for details
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