Paul Laurence Dunbar died on February 9, 1906 Americanpoet and novelist whose reputation rests upon his verse and short stories written in black dialect. 1872-1906
People are taking it for granted that [the Negro] ought not to work with his head. And it is so easy for these people among whom we are living to believe this; it flatters and satisfies their self-complacency.
Sophie Tucker died on February 9, 1966 Russian born Americansinger whose 62 year stage career included American burlesque, vaudeville, and nightclub and English music hall appearances. 1884-1966
From birth to age 18, a girl needs good parents, from 18 to 35 she needs good looks, from 35 to 55 she needs a good personality, and from 55 on she needs cash.
