Harold C. Williams Papers

Harold C. Williams Papers, 1962-2013

Overview of the Collection

Creator: Williams, Harold C. (Harold Cleophas), 1943-2012.
Title: Harold C. Williams Papers
Dates: 1962-2013 (inclusive)
19622013

1972-2010 (bulk)
19722010
Quantity: 12.5 cubic feet, including 5400 photographs, 67 videotapes, and 27 sound recordings, (15 boxes, including 1 oversize box)
6.5 Mbytes, (2 files)
Collection Number: MSS WilliamsH
Summary: The Harold C. Williams Papers document Williams' community activism, volunteer service, and civic leadership in Portland, Oregon, as well as his immediate and extended family. Harold C. Williams was an activist, volunteer, and leader in the African American community in Portland from the 1960s until his death in 2012.
Repository: Oregon State University Libraries, Special Collections and Archives Research Center
Special Collections and Archives Research Center
121 The Valley Library
Oregon State University
Corvallis OR
97331-4501
Telephone: 5417372075
Fax: 5417378674
scarc@oregonstate.edu
Access Restrictions: Collection is open for research.
Languages: English

Biographical NoteReturn to Top

Harold C. Williams was a community activist, civic leader, and educator in Portland, Oregon, from the 1960s until his death in 2012.

Born in 1943 in Texarkana, Arkansas, Harold Cleophas Williams came to Portland, Oregon in 1959 and finished his secondary education at Jefferson High School in 1962. Williams earned an Associate Degree in Education from Multnomah Junior College in 1965 and attended the University of California in Berkeley where he received a certificate in race relations in June 1967. Williams returned to Portland and completed BS and MS degrees in political science at Portland State University in 1969 and 1972. Williams served as director of a satellite campus of PSU in northeast Portland for two years and was appointed as the Director of Affirmative Action for the State of Oregon in 1973. He served in this position until 1978.

Active in the local chapters of the Urban League and NAACP, Williams was a strong presence in the Oregon African American community, working with at-risk youth at Maclaren Youth Correctional Facility and creating the "Success Academy" program in 2004. Williams' service to the community was also reflected in his membership on the board of Portland Community College, where he helped advocate for the formation of the Cascade branch campus in Northeast Portland. Williams married Cal Robertson in 1975 and together they raised three children: Natasha, Harold Jr. (also referred to as Harold Two), and Eric.

CH2A & Associates was established by Harold C. Williams and his wife, Cal Robertson Williams, as a consulting firm to the business and public sector. The firm specialized in affirmative action, labor relations, conflict resolution, personnel management, and counseling.

The Broadous Family consists of the descendants of Rev. and Mrs. Zachrah Broadous, Sr. of Texarkana, Arkansas. Rev. Zachrah Broadous, Sr., was Harold Williams' grandfather and died in 1943, the year that Williams was born. The extensive Broadous Family has gathered for family reunions every 3 years since 1948.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The Harold C. Williams Papers document Williams' community activism, volunteer service, and civic leadership in Portland, Oregon as well as his immediate and extended family. Much of the collection consists of materials assembled by Williams; photographs documenting his community involvement and family; and sound and video recordings of Williams making speeches and presentations.

The Papers include biographical and personal materials; records documenting his involvement with Portland Community College and Portland State University; and materials pertaining to African Americans in Portland, especially education, employment, and programs for at-risk youth. The collection includes a wide variety of formats, including videotapes, audio cassette sound recordings, photographs, photograph albums, and two digital photographs. Of special note are video recordings and photographs of Jesse Jackson.

Williams' religious life and church activities are reflected throughout the collection and include materials he assembled and wrote, photographs, and video and audio recordings of sermons, gospel choir festivals, and memorial services.

Williams' immediate family of his wife, Cal, and his children as well as his extended Broadous family are depicted in many photographs of life events such as birthdays, graduations, and weddings; family reunions; and vacations. Video and audio recordings of weddings and family reunions are also part of the collection.

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Preferred Citation

Harold C. Williams Papers (MSS WilliamsH), Oregon State University Libraries Special Collections & Archives Research Center, Corvallis, Oregon.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Arrangement

The Harold C. Williams Papers are arranged in 12 series: 1. Personal Materials, 1962-2010; 2. Community Involvement, 1968-2010; 3. Reports and Publications, 1972-2010; 4. Newspaper Clippings, 1969-2013; 5. Photo Albums, circa 1980s-1990s; 6. Personal Photographs, 1965-2011; 7. Occupational Photographs, circa 1967 - 2005; 8. Community Involvement Photographs, circa 1960s-2010s; 9. Video, 1987-2004; 10. Audio, 1987-2006; 11. Plaques, 1984-2012; and 12. Artifacts, circa 1996.

Acquisition Information

The Papers were donated to the Special Collections & Archives Research Center by Williams' son, Harold C. Williams, Jr., in 2014.

Related Materials

This collection is a component of the Oregon Multicultural Archives (OMA). The Urban League of Portland Records (MSS UrbanLeague) and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Corvallis Branch Records (MSS NAACPCorvallis) include extensive materials documenting African Americans in Oregon.

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Series 1: Personal Materials, 1962-2010Return to Top

Series 1 includes biographical information, correspondence, religious materials, and writings. The biographical information documents Williams' early years, education, and family and includes a yearbook, diplomas, awards, and certificates. The correspondence includes personal letters from Williams' wife and greeting cards from family members and friends. Religious materials reflect church pamphlets, hymns, and religious writings gathered by Williams. Williams' writings contain newspaper articles, poems, personal notes, and reports written and assembled by Williams. Topics include gang information, political outreach, and voting.

Container(s)	Description	Dates
	Sub-Series 1: Biographical Information	1962-2010
Box/Folder
1.1	General	2002-2006
1.2	Broadus Family Reunion Cloth	undated
1.3	Certificates and Awards	1967-2010
14.1	Certificates and Awards	1970-1993
1.4	Diplomas	1962-1972
1.5	Family News	1991
1.6	High School Reunions	1997-1998
1.7	Yearbook	1994
Box/Folder
1.8	Correspondence - Greeting Cards Includes 5 photographs.	1970-2008
1.9	Correspondence - Greeting Cards	1970-2008
1.10	Correspondence - Greeting Cards	1970-2008
1.11	Correspondence - Personal	1972-2006
1.12	Correspondence - Professional	1970-1972
1.13	Correspondence - Professional	1973-2008
1.14	Religious Materials	1970-2001
1.15	Religious Materials	1970-2001
1.16	Writings - General	1986-2001
1.17	Writings - General	1986-2001
1.18	Writings - Newspaper Articles	1990-1994
1.19	Writings - "Through the Eyes of Mr. W." newspaper column Published in the Portland Observer.	1975-1978
1.20	Writings - Personal Notes	circa 1990s
1.21	Writings - Poems	undated

Series 2: Community Involvement, 1968-2010Return to Top

Series 2 documents the connections that Harold Williams had with the community through courses that he taught, interactions with Ghana, CH2A Associates, and the Oregon Juvenile Corrections facility.

Container(s)	Description	Dates
Box/Folder
2.1	CH2A Associates	1993-2004
2.2	Conciliators Incorporated	circa 1990s
2.3	Ghana 7 postcards	1997-1998
2.4	Oregon Juvenile Corrections	1996-2000
2.5	Linfield College	1991-1994
2.6	Portland Community College	1993-2010
2.7	Portland State University Education Center	1968-1972
2.8	Public Service Announcement - Coalition of Black Men and Omega Boys Club	1991
2.9	Student Papers: Minority Groups Course	1993-1995
2.10	Student Papers: Minority Groups Course	1993-1995
2.11	Student Papers: Minority Voices Course	1974
2.12	Student Papers: "Perspectives of Change in a Community"	2006-2007
2.13	Success Academy	1998-2007

Series 3: Reports and Publications, 1972-2010Return to Top

Series 3 consists of reports and publications arranged by type of publications that were collected and assembled by Harold Williams. They include directories, event programs, flyers, journal articles, newsletters, pamphlets, and presentations pertaining to the elderly, youth, politics, religion, and education.

Container(s)	Description	Dates
Box/Folder
2.14	Directories	circa 1998-2002
2.15	Event Programs	1982-2008
2.16	Event Programs	1978-2010
2.17	Historical Information	1973-2001
2.18	Journals	1996-2007
2.19	Newsletters	1991
2.20	Pamphlets and flyers	1976-1992
2.21	Presentations	1998
2.22	Publications	1972-1988
2.23	Reports	1972-2001
2.24	Reports	1991-1998

Series 4: Newspaper Clippings, 1969-2013Return to Top

Series 4 consists of an extensive collection of newspaper clippings, primarily from Oregon newspapers, assembled by Williams. The clippings are organized in various ways -- by date, subject, and newspaper title (such as the Portland Observer). The series includes newspaper articles written by Williams as well as pieces written about him. Topics include gang violence, schools, community activism, and religion.

Container(s)	Description	Dates
Box/Folder
3.1	General	undated
3.2	General	1969-1973
3.3	General	1974-1979
3.4	General	1974-1979
3.5	General	1980-1988
3.6	General	1989
3.7	General	1989
3.8	General	1989
3.9	General	1990-1996
3.10	General	1990-1996
3.11	General	1990-1996
3.12	General	1997-1998
3.13	General	1999
3.14	General	2000
3.15	General	2001
3.16	General	2002
3.17	General	2003
3.18	General	2004-2005
4.1	General	2006-2007
4.2	General	2008
4.3	General	2008
4.4	General	2009
4.5	General	2009
4.6	General	2010-2013
4.7	General	2010-2013
4.8	Affirmative Action	1972-1978
4.9	Business Articles	1985-1989
4.10	Community Response	1983-1993
4.11	Gang Violence	1994-1995
4.12	Government Articles	1985-1993
4.13	Government Articles	1985-1993
4.14	Knotts Street Boxing Team	2005
4.15	Minority Groups	1992
4.16	News Clippings from Evelyn S. Cope	2002-2003
4.17	Portland Community College	1993
4.18	Portland Observer	1975-1989
4.19	Religious Articles	1989-1990
4.20	School Articles	1984-1991
4.21	School Articles 2 folders	1984-1991
4.22	State Representative Campaign	1984

Series 5: Photo Albums, circa 1980s-1990sReturn to Top

Container(s): Box 5-6

13 albums

Series 5 consists of 13 photograph albums with 960 photographic prints. These photographs reflect both personal and occupational content. Topics include weddings, Rotary International, class field trips, birthday parties, church activities, family reunions, trips, Hampton University, dances, Multnomah Falls, Portland Community College events, and Jesse Jackson.

Series 6: Personal Photographs, 1965-2011Return to Top

2200 photographs

Series 6 consists of photographs of Williams' family and friends and special events such as graduations, weddings, and birthdays as well as informal family gatherings. School, individual, and family portraits are part of the series. Images of the Portland Rose Festival parade, Multnomah Falls, and the Broadous Family reunion are also reflected in these photographs. The series includes 1715 photographic prints, 480 film negatives, and 13 slides. The negatives are distributed throughout the series. The series also includes two digital photographs of Williams made in February 2011.

Container(s)	Description	Dates
Box/Folder
6.1	Anthony Washington 13 slides	1995
6.2-6.9	Birthdays 8 folders	circa 1990s
6.10-6.15	Family and Friends General 6 folders	1965-2011
6.16	Family Reunions	circa 2000
6.17-6.19	Graduations 3 folders	1995-2008
7.1	Harold Williams Includes two digital photographs available for viewing in the Reading Room.	circa 1970s-2011
7.2	Parades and Festivals	circa 1970s-1995
	Sub-Series 1: Vacations and Trips	circa 1970s-2000s
Box/Folder
7.3	Cayman Islands Cruise	1993
7.4	Cayman Islands Cruise	1993
7.5	Crater Lake	circa 1990s
7.6	Georgia	circa 2000s
7.7	Maryland	circa 1990s
7.8	New York	circa 1980s
7.9	San Francisco	1998
7.10	Texas	1992
7.11	Unidentified trips and vacations	circa 1970s-1990s
Box/Folder
7.12	Williams' House	1992
7.13	Weddings	1992-1997
7.14	Wedding Anniversaries	1991-1992

Series 7: Occupational Photographs, circa 1967-2005Return to Top

1460 photographs

Series 7 consists of images documenting Williams' professional career including Portland Community College events, conventions, programs for students and youth, and teaching. The series includes 1140 photographic prints, 320 film negatives, and a poster. The negatives are distributed throughout the series.

Container(s)	Description	Dates
	Sub-Series 1: Conventions and Formal Events	circa 1980s-2000
Box/Folder
7.15	American Association of Community Colleges	1990-1998
7.16	Association of Community College Trustees	circa 1980s
7.17	Blacks In Government	1995
7.18	CH2A	circa 1990s-2000
7.19	Jesse Jackson at Melody Ballroom	circa 1980s
7.20	National Coalition of Black Meeting Planners	circa 1994
7.21	White House Visit	circa 1990s
14.2	Williams with James Earl Jones	circa 2000
Box/Folder
7.22-8.2	Unidentified Conventions and Formal Events 5 folders	1995-2005
8.3	Portland Community College (PCC) 25-Year Cascade Anniversary	1988
8.4	Students	circa 1990-1995
8.5	Students Includes one poster.	circa 1990-1995
14.3	Tom McCall, Oregon Governor 1 matted black-and-white photograph	circa 1967-1975

Series 8: Community Involvement Photographs, circa 1960s-2010sReturn to Top

755 photographs

Series 8 consists of photographs pertaining to Williams' involvement with the community and are primarily organized by subject. The photographs document outreach in Africa as well as programs to address gang prevention, sports, junior golf clubs, walkathons, the Rotary International, and youth outreach programs. Williams' church activities as well as historic photographs are also reflected in this series. Slides of several art pieces, including drawings of Malcolm X and Martin Luther King, Jr. are part of the series. This series includes 570 photographic prints, 160 film negatives, and 23 color slides; two posters are also included. The negatives are distributed throughout the series.

Container(s)	Description	Dates
Box/Folder
8.6	Church	circa 1990s-2010s
8.7	Coalition of Black Men	circa 1990s
14.4	"Jazz on the Mississippi" Sponsored by CH2A 2 posters	2008-2009
8.8	Martin Luther King, Jr. and Medgar Evers	circa 1960s
8.9	Pastoral 25th Anniversary	circa 1990s
8.10	Slides of Art Pieces 23 slides	1995
8.11	Uganda Outreach	1997
8.12	Uganda Outreach	1997
8.13	Youth Outreach	1990-circa 2000
8.14	Youth Outreach	1990-circa 2000
8.15	Youth Outreach	1990-circa 2000

Series 9: Video, 1987-2004Return to Top

67 VHS videotapes

Series 9 consists of videotape recordings of Williams on camera, events involving William's work, or references to Williams. More than 50 hours of video footage are included. Some materials pertain to the African American experience in general that may have influenced the work of Williams. Topics include minority discrimination in business, police and gang violence, Portland City Council meetings, CH2A work, and youth outreach. Footage includes documentaries, home video, and recordings of news broadcasts. All the videotapes are VHS format. Each tape has been assigned an item number. Running time is provided for most of the videotapes.

Container(s)	Description	Dates
Box
9	01: "A Man Named Harold" Summary of Williams' involvement with Safeway in Portland. Williams gives speeches at the opening of two Portland Safeways. (0:08:15)	undated
9	02: African American Gathering In Portland Dancing and discussions. August 26, 1988 (2:07:17)	1988
9	03: Black United Front March Against Crime News coverage of the march to end gangs and violence in Portland; Harold speaks about Mayor Bud Clark's apology for some potentially racist comments. September 16, 1989-July 28, 1990 (0:17:29)	1989-1990
9	04: Blaser Industry Recording of the Blaser Industry Project meant to give youth confidence. (0:08:28)	undated
9	05: Bridge Builder A coming of age ceremony. (2:09:15)	1997
9	06: Broadous Family Williams speaks to family mourning the loss of their eldest sister. September 7, 1991 (2:10:46)	1991
9	07: Broadous Family Worship Service Sunday Morning Service at Vancouver Baptist Church. July 3, 1994 (4:05:40)	1994
9	08: Cal R. Williams OSU Extension Service Home-Based Business Session of which Mrs. Williams is the leader. (3:39:15)	undated
9	09: CH2A and Associates, Dean Visits Portland Howard Dean visits Portland in support of mayor-elect Potter. Williams is shown and speaks briefly on camera. August 30, 2004 (0:10:04)	2004
9	10: CH2A and Associates, Gore/Gresham Principal Gresham Principal accused of racist remarks, gets saved by the school board. May 12, 2000 (0:07:30)	2000
9	11: CH2A and Associates, Library Tape Two black men went into a Head Start Office on payday and attempted to take the workers' pay, shot Christina Clegg and critically wounded another worker. Christina Clegg remembered with a memorial fund. July 30, 1993-August 15, 1993 (0:30:26)	1993
9	12: CH2A and Associates Reward Fund and Contractor's Report Williams is shown during a discussion about the reward fund. Williams speaks about how contracting agencies are giving work to white contractors, not black ones. June 21, 1996-June 22, 1996 (0:03:53)	1996
9	13: CH2A and Associates, "We Are One" News Clip Williams helps a young boy recover from being a part of a gang. "We Are One" program members speak to younger kids about the importance of staying out of gangs. (0:14:18)	undated
9	14: City Scope: Endangered Species Discussion about black men and violence. (0:29:05)	undated
9	15: City Scope: Hate Crimes Harold sits on a panel to discuss why people perform hate crimes. (0:26:57)	undated
9	16: Coalition of Black Men on Convention Center/Racism Williams and CBMC discuss the lack of minorities involved in the construction of the Portland convention center. May 19, 1989 and May 25, 1989 (0:50:08)	1989
9	17: Coalition of Black Men March and Rally and Jesse Jackson Speech Coalition of Black Men march and rally to end gang violence. Williams states that the media needs to stop portraying blacks as gangsters. Jesse Jackson speaks at the 1988 Democratic National Convention about stopping racism. July 16 and 19, 1988 (1:19:19)	1988
9	18: Coalition of Black Men Meeting	undated
9	19: Coalition of Black Men Speaking on Dads Against Discrimination Williams speaks on Dads Against Discrimination about the Coalition of Black Men. (0:59:28)	undated
9	20: Community College Montage This video highlights various community colleges in Oregon. Williams is depicted in the Portland Community College segment. (0:21:00)	undated
9	21: Convention Center Problems Koin News 6, Portland Television News, Harold Williams speaks about how there are not enough black contractors working on the convention center construction site. November 13, 1987 (0:05:11)	1987
9	22: Dick Greggory: "The World According to Dick Greggory" Dick Greggory lectures comedically in Portland about civil rights. February 16, 2002 (2:41:18)	2002
9	23: Family Wedding Williams gives a speech at a formal gathering. June 27, 1987 (1:53:03)	1987
9	24: Family Wedding Williams says the blessing at a family wedding. August 2, 2003 (0:03:17)	2003
9	25: Gospel Choir Festival, Tape 1 of 2 Williams speaks at the Gospel Choir Festival. July 20, 2002 (0:48:00)	2002
9	26: Gospel Choir Festival, Tape 2 of 2 Williams speaks at the Gospel Choir Festival. July 20, 2002 (0:44:00)	2002
9	27: Governor's Summit Part 1 Governor Kitzhaber speaks in Portland about minorities in the Juvenile Correction System. Williams attends. October 15, 1997 (2:09:19)	1997
9	28: Governor's Summit Part 2 Governor Kitzhaber speaks in Portland about minorities in the Juvenile Correction System. Williams attends. October 15, 1997 (2:09:13)	1997
9	29: Governor's Summit Part 1 Williams prays for the youth at the beginning, talks about the representation of the general population. Morning Session, October 13, 1998 (2:02:49)	1998
9	30: Governor's Summit Part 2 Governor Kitzhaber talks about how each system needs to be able to get the services it needs. Williams concludes by giving a brief speech about how everybody should think about the kids. Afternoon Session, October 13, 1998 (1:25:02)	1998
9	31: Joe Holcomb Coalition of Black Men Memorial March News Coverage: Harold Williams and the Coalition of Black Men lead a march in memory of Joe Holcomb. December 19, 1987 (0:09:27)	1987
9	32: Joe Holcomb Shooting KGW TV: Williams says that the information in the case about officers shooting a black kid should be presented to the public as well as to the grand jury. April 28, 2004 (0:04:07)	2004
9	33: Joe Holcomb, Minority Contractor's Lawsuit Williams is referred to during the Minority Contractors Lawsuit, Harold speaks about the missing witness to the Holcomb shooting. October 7, 1988 (0:04:51)	1988
9	34: Library Tape MLK Jr. Vigil, Harold Williams briefly portrayed; First Source Program, African American Festival, Pioneer Courthouse Square Rally. April 4, 1990 - June 10, 1992(0:42:42)	1990-1992
9	35: Library Tape Convention Center Contract: Williams says he's optimistic about jobs at the new convention center and minorities being given equal pay; violence toward a black kid. August 31, 1990 - August 16, 1991 (0:43:47)	1990-1991
9	36: Library Tape Operation PUSH, Williams says that the African American Community is united in wanting Nike to hire more minorities. September 14, 1990 - April 24, 1991(0:36:58)	1990-1991
9	37: Library Tape Williams speaks about how Gresham High School students should remain calm in the wake of 6 arson fires and 3 bomb threats in one week, also asks the media to focus on the positives of the situation. September 27, 1991 - December 19, 1991 (0:18:16)	1991
9	38: Library Tape 2 out of 4 police officers get charged with guilty sentences for violence toward a black kid, Williams speaks about black businesses needing funding from banks. April 17, 1993 - May 12, 1994 (0:13:24)	1993-1994
10	39: Malcolm X: By Any Means Necessary Video of Malcolm X produced by Grassroot News (1:02:00)	undated
10	40: Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd and Ainsworth Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Williams is an honored guest and gives a short speech at this ribbon cutting ceremony. December 4, 2002 (0:53:02)	2002
10	41: Martin Luther King Jr. Statue Dedication Williams attends the dedication of Northwest Natural's MLK Jr. statue. (1:41:59)	undated
10	42: Matron's Farewell for Mrs. Wattley Memorial service for Mrs. Wattley, a church member. July 19, 1987 (2:07:17)	1987
10	43: Mayor's Forum: Construction Trades Intern Program Interns in the program speak about their work. September 30, 1992 (0:10:00)	1992
10	44: News Clips: Harold Williams News clips concerning racism, a swearing in ceremony, and the celebration of MLK Jr.'s birthday. January 4, 1989 - January 17, 1989 (0:40:07)	1989
10	45: News Conference, channel 6 Williams contributes to a panel discussing if the city of Portland is giving minorities enough work. July 24, 1987 (0:29:22)	1987
10	46: Nike Boycott in Portland	undated
10	47: Omar and Pete Clips Community screening version, funding provided by the Annie E. Casey Foundation. (1:00:00)	undated
10	48: Paul Kreiders' Party Williams says Paul Kreiders was a kind of angel. May 1, 1996 (0:25:4)	1996
10	49: P.O.P. Job Issue Williams speaks about the impact of the P.O.P. and the City of Portland's joint plan on jobs for the community. February 3, 1990 (0:48:23)	1990
10	50: Portland City Council NAMCO addresses the Council on minority business issues. Discussion of how Slayden Construction denied African American contractors work. September 14, 1992 (0:36:01)	1992
10	51: Portland City Council Williams speaks to the Portland City Council to thank the members for its First Source Program that led to the Construction Trades Intern Program, with which Slayden Construction was involved. September 30, 1992 (0:09:58)	1992
10	52: Portland City Council Proposal for Star Park Parking Garage put forth by the Alliance of Minority Chambers and Star Park Management is approved. May 22, 2003 (1:14:06)	2003
10	53: Portland Community College Graduation Harold speaks and introduces Mr. VanDyke.	1994
10	54: Portland Neighborhood Revitalization Meeting Williams is depicted when hate crimes are discussed. KOIN CH 6, 11:07 PM; Piedmont Neighborhood 100th Anniversary, KGW CH 8, 11:13 PM. April 16, 1989 - April 26, 1989 (0:07:10)	1989
10	55: Rites of Passage Program Rites of Passage program dinner. (2:00:32)	undated
10	56: "Save Our Streets" PROJECT POOCH "Save Our Streets:" Dogs are used as a rehabilitation assistant for Juvenile Delinquents. (0:06:30)	undated
10	57: Success Academy Teens in the program practice their public speaking. April 18, 1996 - April 23, 1996 (0:31:24)	1996
10	58: Success Academy Teens in the program practice their public speaking (0:14:07)	1996
10	59: Success Academy Breakfast MacLaren School, Williams gives a brief speech and answers questions. (0:40:45)	1997
10	60: Success Academy: Out-Front House KNMT TV-24 National Minority Television, Williams speaks about the Success Academy and the Out-Front House. (1:00:47)	undated
10	61: Success Academy: Out-Front House, NW Focus Williams discusses the Out-Front House as a drug, alcohol, and mental help house directed towards kids with these addictions. (0:29:20)	undated
10	62: Town Hall Meeting Williams attends a Town Hall meeting to discuss racism in Portland. (0:34:00)	undated
10	63: Town Hall Meeting: "The Verdict and The Violence" Discussion of the aftermath of the Rodney King Incident. May 10, 1992	1992
10	64: TACS Award Winners Examples of TACS footage reel for Williams to prepare for his filming sessions. (0:01:00)	1997
10	65: TACS Out Front House Williams' footage for the TACS award. January 27, 1998 (0:00:46)	1998
10	66: "The View From This Side" Interviews Mrs. Williams is featured. (0:45:00)	2002
10	67: "The View From This Side" PCA TV (0:30:00)	undated

Series 10: Audio, 1987-2006Return to Top

27 audio cassette tapes

Series 10 consists of sound recordings of speeches, sermons, meetings, and interviews assembled by Williams. Of special note are an undated interview with Williams and recordings from the 1988 Broadous Family reunion. All of the recordings are audio cassette tapes.

Container(s)	Description	Dates
Box
11	1: Broadous Family Reunion 3 tapes Trebbie Brown Speaking	1988
11	2: Broadous Family Service 2 tapes Reverend Broadous Speaking	1988
11	3: Metro Council Meeting--Africa Bush Contract 2 tapes	1987
11	4: Metro Council	1988
11	5: NCBMP Breakfast Session National Coalition of Black Meeting Planners (?).	1995
11	6: Oregon Convention and Visitor Services "I believe I Can Fly" Keynote Speaker: Patricia Russell McCloud	1999
11	7: Presidential Address: William J. Clinton with Robert Reich and Richard Riley	undated
11	8: "Building Strong Families Based on Biblical Principles" Dr. James E. Martin, Mt. Olivet Baptist Church	1996
11	9: "The Danger of Disrespect" Pastor Thomas	1996
11	10: "Fight Like A Man" 5 tapes Mt. Olivet Baptist Church	1996
11	11: "Getting Ready for Battle" Dr. James E. Martin, Mt. Olivet Baptist Church	undated
11	12: Haman Cross, Jr.	undated
11	13: "A Holy People" Minister John Pearce	1990
11	14: "A Lesson From the Lilies"	1997
11	15: "Really Free" Reverend Wright	1992
11	16: "Opening to Love, The Seventh Invitation, Widen Your World, Part Two" Reverend Richard C. Everts	2004
11	17: "You Don't Have to Stay in the Shape that you are in"	undated
11	18: Staples	2006
11	19: Interview: Harold Williams Glow Love Ministries	undated

Series 11: Plaques, 1984-2012Return to Top

Series 11 consists of 24 awards and plaques received by Williams in recognition of his community service and leadership.

Container(s)	Description	Dates
Box
12	1: Portland Community College Leadership as Chairperson 4 plaques	1994-2010
12	2: Portland Community College Dedicated Service Award 4 plaques	1998-2011
12	3: Portland Community College Project Independence	1994
12	4: PGE/TACS Community Treasure	1998
12	5: Oregon Assembly for Black Affairs Economic Development Award	1996
12	6: Jefferson High School Image Award	1984-1985
13	7: The Portland Observer Foundation Community Service Honorary Award	2012
13	8: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Emerald Award for Lifetime Achievement	2012
13	9: MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility	2002
13	10: Portland YO Program Community Champions Award	2005
13	11: St. Mary's Home Appreciation Award	1998-2001
13	12: Service Achievement Award	2010
13	13: Cornerstone Member	1994
13	14: Albina Ministerial Alliance Recognition Award	undated
13	15: Outstanding Community Leadership	1993
13	16: American Contract Compliance Association (ACCA) Rising Star Award	1997
13	17: Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Trustee Leadership Award	2010
13	18: Portland Jaycees Distinguished Service Award	undated

Series 12: Artifacts, circa 1996Return to Top

Container(s): Box 15

Series 12 includes two medals received by Williams that recognize his support of the 1996 U.S. Olympic Team; one medal from Jefferson High School; and a piece of woodwork received as a gift from Ghana.

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

African American youth--Oregon--Portland.
African Americans--Civil rights--Oregon.
African Americans--Education--Oregon.
African Americans--Employment--Oregon.
African Americans--Oregon--Portland.
African Americans--Religious life.
Christian life.
Juvenile corrections--Oregon.

Personal Names

Jackson, Jesse, 1941-

Corporate Names

Portland Community College (Portland, Or. : Cascade Campus)
Portland Community College (Portland, Or.)
Portland State University.

Geographical Names

Portland (Or.)--Race relations.

Form or Genre Terms

Digital photographs.
Film negatives.
Photograph albums.
Photographic prints.
Slides.
Video recordings.

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