August 17, 2012 / People

Nate Smith, Rev. Jesse Jackson and Ewari ‘Ed’ Ellis in the ‘burgh

Before the first annual Black Solidarity Fair at the Civic Arena the greats meet on Boulevard of the Allies.

Look at the picturesNate Smith, Rev. Jesse Jackson and Ewari ‘Ed’ Ellis in the ‘burgh

August 16, 2012 / Places and landmarks

The Monongahela House

This is where Pittsburgh house where President-elect Abraham Lincoln stayed.

Look at the picturesThe Monongahela House

August 15, 2012 / Events

Richard M. Nixon at the Civic Arena

Republican presidential candidate Richard M. Nixon and his wife Pat shook hands on their way into the Civic Arena for a rally, six days before the election.

Look at the picturesRichard M. Nixon at the Civic Arena

August 15, 2012 / Events

Pittsburgh girls in Nixon paper dresses

“Souper Dress” quickly became a fashion trend. Not sure how it survived the rain.

Look at the picturesPittsburgh girls in Nixon paper dresses

August 15, 2012 / Events

Nixon rally inside the Civic Arena

An enthusiastic crowd of some 17,000 cheered the Republican candidate.

Look at the picturesNixon rally inside the Civic Arena