Roscoe Simmons (center) meeting in Los Angeles with Dr. J.T. Smith (left) of Lincoln Motion Picture Co. and J.B. Loving, probably 1919
Description
Inscribed on back: Compliments of Clarence Brooks, Secty of Lincoln Motion Picture Co., Los Angeles.
Dates
- Creation: probably 1919
Access
Open for research.
Extent
1 photographs : gelatin silver print ; ; print 13 x 18 cm )Biographical / Historical
Established in 1916 by African American actor Noble Johnson, the Lincoln Motion Picture Company was the first film company organized by black filmmakers. Dr. James T. Smith initially served as treasurer and then in 1920 became president. The company ceased operation in 1921.
Source of information
Title devised.
Subject
- Simmons, Roscoe Conkling, 1881-1951 (Person)
Creator
- From the Collection: Simmons, Roscoe Conkling, 1881-1951 (Person)
Repository Details
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