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Black, Louis G., 1978 - 1985

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Scope and Contents

These materials provide background on the life of Lou Black but focus mostly on his accomplishments as a sports writer.

Dates

  • Creation: 1978 - 1985

Access Restrictions

Open for research use.

Biographical / Historical

Louis G. Black graduated from Arsenal school in 1926, and graduated from N.Y.U. in 1930. He began a career in sports journalism that lasted until 1968. In the 1950s he served as a lieutenant colonel in the Connecticut Wing Civil Air Patrol. He was a founder and organizer of the Connecticut Sports Writers Alliance.

Full Extent

From the File: 16 Linear Feet (2 filing cabinets)

Language of Materials

English

Container Summary

Biographical records, newspaper articles, telegram, resume, correspondance

Repository Details

Part of the Jewish Historical Society of Greater Hartford Repository

Contact:
333 Bloomfield Avenue
West Hartford CT 06117 USA
860-727-6171