Members of Combahee River Collective at the March and Rally for Bellana Borde against Police Brutality (Boston, January 15, 1980)
African American women
Combahee River Collective
Feminism
Members of the Combahee River Collective take part in a March and Rally for Bellana Borde (15 January 1980) to protest police brutality directed at communities of color in Boston, Massachusetts.
In December 1979, Borde was arrested for trespassing and assaulting a police officer (charges that were later dropped). In turn, Borde filed complaints of assault and battery against a Boston police officer involved in her arrest--a two-day trial ended in acquittal of the officer. The Combahee River Collective was a Black feminist collective active in Boston from 1974 to 1980. They are known for developing the Combahee River Collective Statement.
From left to right: Beverly Smith, Barbara Smith, two unidentified women.
With thanks to Susan Fleischmann for additional metadata (28 January 2021).
Fleischmann, Susan
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
15 January 1980
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Four LESLA members march with banners in 1990 Pride march
Lesbianas Latinas (LESLA)
LESLA (Lesbianas Latina) formed in 1986. Their statement of purpose reads: "We are a group of Latina lesbians who are committed to supporting each other through our biweekly meetings. We come with a variety of experience, needs, and expectations. Our common bond is our culture. Together we share our experiences and our lives as Lesbians. Our meetings focus on what is needed by the group and what is happening in our lives." In this photograph, four women march in the Pride march with the Lesbianas Latinas (LESLA) banner on Charles Street in Beacon Hill, while a crowd watches from the sidewalk.
Susan Fleischmann
The History Project, Inc.
1990
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Del Martin and Phyllis Lyons in conversation
Daughters of Bilitis
Daughters of Bilitis. Boston Chapter
Lyons, Phyllis
Martin, Del
The founders of the group Daughters of Bilitis, Del Martin and Phyllis Lyons, at a gathering in Boston.
Debbie Rich
The History Project, Inc.
1984
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Del Martin and Phyllis Lyons sitting on a couch
Daughters of Bilitis
Daughters of Bilitis. Boston Chapter
Lyons, Phyllis
Martin, Del
Del Martin and Phyllis Lyons, founders of the national lesbian group Daughters of Bilitis, sitting on a couch chatting with some other women in Boston.
Debbie Rich
The History Project, Inc.
1984
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A Daughters of Bilitis softball game
Daughters of Bilitis
Daughters of Bilitis. Boston Chapter
View from behind the pitcher toward home plate at a Daughters of Bilitis softball game.
Larry W. Mahon
The History Project, Inc.
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Daughters of Bilitis information table
Daughters of Bilitis
Daughters of Bilitis. Boston Chapter
Three women from the Daughters of Bilitis sit a table with copies of their journal <em>Focus</em>, originally titled <em>Maiden Voyage</em>, in front of them.
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Interview with Lois Johnson, president of the Boston Chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis, 1989 April 23
Johnson, Lois; Daughters of Bilitis. Boston Chapter; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on April 23, 1989, host Peter Stickel interviews Lois Johnson, president of the Boston chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis (DOB). Johnson talks about the history of DOB, which began in San Francisco in 1955, while the Boston chapter was founded in 1969. The group was formed in part as a response to the negative experiences many lesbians were having in the bar scene. Johnson describes many of the gatherings, meetups, and parties that the DOB organized for it's 250 to 300 members. Stickel speaks with Johnson about what matters are important to women, particularly lesbians, in society today. Johnson discusses politics, the AIDS crisis, coming out, family life, emotional issues, and more.
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1989-04-23
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The Maiden Voyage: A Daughters of Bilitis Newsletter/Boston Chapter, 1969 December
Lesbian newsletters; Newsletters (LGBTQ); Boston (Mass.); Cambridge (Mass.); Daughters of Bilitis
The inaugural issue (volume 1, issue 1) of the newsletter of the Boston chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis. The first 14 issues of the newsletter were called "The Maiden Voyage." The publication was renamed "Focus" in 1971.
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1969-12
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The Maiden Voyage: A Daughters of Bilitis Newsletter/Boston Chapter, 1970 January
Lesbian newsletters; Newsletters (LGBTQ); Boston (Mass.); Cambridge (Mass.); Daughters of Bilitis
Volume 1, issue 2 of the newsletter of the Boston chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis. The first 14 issues of the newsletter were called "The Maiden Voyage." The publication was renamed "Focus" in 1971. The cover of the newsletter mistakenly notes that this is volume 2, issue number 2 of the publication. This is the second issue of "The Maiden Voyage."
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1970-01
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The Maiden Voyage: A Daughters of Bilitis Newsletter/Boston Chapter, 1970 February
Lesbian newsletters; Newsletters (LGBTQ); Boston (Mass.); Cambridge (Mass.); Daughters of Bilitis
Volume 1, issue 3 of the newsletter of the Boston chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis. The first 14 issues of the newsletter were called "The Maiden Voyage." The publication was renamed "Focus" in 1971.
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1970-02
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The Maiden Voyage: A Daughters of Bilitis Newsletter/Boston Chapter, 1970 March
Lesbian newsletters; Newsletters (LGBTQ); Boston (Mass.); Cambridge (Mass.); Daughters of Bilitis
Volume 1, issue 4 of the newsletter of the Boston chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis. The first 14 issues of the newsletter were called "The Maiden Voyage." The publication was renamed "Focus" in 1971.
Daughters of Bilitis (Boston chapter)
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1970-03
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The Maiden Voyage: A Daughters of Bilitis Newsletter/Boston Chapter, 1970 April
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Volume 1, issue 5 of the newsletter of the Boston chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis. The first 14 issues of the newsletter were called "The Maiden Voyage." The publication was renamed "Focus" in 1971.
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1970-04
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The Maiden Voyage: A Daughters of Bilitis Newsletter/Boston Chapter, 1970 May
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Volume 1, issue 6 of the newsletter of the Boston chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis. The first 14 issues of the newsletter were called "The Maiden Voyage." The publication was renamed "Focus" in 1971.
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1970-05
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The Maiden Voyage: A Daughters of Bilitis Newsletter/Boston Chapter, 1970 June-July
Lesbian newsletters; Newsletters (LGBTQ); Boston (Mass.); Cambridge (Mass.); Daughters of Bilitis
Volume 1, issue 7 of the newsletter of the Boston chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis. The first 14 issues of the newsletter were called "The Maiden Voyage." The publication was renamed "Focus" in 1971.
Daughters of Bilitis (Boston chapter)
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1970-06; 1970-07
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The Maiden Voyage: A Daughters of Bilitis Newsletter/Boston Chapter, 1970 August
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Volume 1, issue 8 of the newsletter of the Boston chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis. The first 14 issues of the newsletter were called "The Maiden Voyage." The publication was renamed "Focus" in 1971.
Daughters of Bilitis (Boston chapter)
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1970-08
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The Maiden Voyage: A Daughters of Bilitis Newsletter/Boston Chapter, 1970 September
Lesbian newsletters; Newsletters (LGBTQ); Boston (Mass.); Cambridge (Mass.); Daughters of Bilitis
Volume 1, issue 9 of the newsletter of the Boston chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis. The first 14 issues of the newsletter were called "The Maiden Voyage." The publication was renamed "Focus" in 1971.
Daughters of Bilitis (Boston chapter)
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1970-09
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The Maiden Voyage: A Daughters of Bilitis Newsletter/Boston Chapter, 1970 October
Lesbian newsletters; Newsletters (LGBTQ); Boston (Mass.); Cambridge (Mass.); Daughters of Bilitis
Volume 1, issue 10 of the newsletter of the Boston chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis. The first 14 issues of the newsletter were called "The Maiden Voyage." The publication was renamed "Focus" in 1971.
Daughters of Bilitis (Boston chapter)
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1970-10
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The Maiden Voyage: A Daughters of Bilitis Newsletter/Boston Chapter, 1970 November
Lesbian newsletters; Newsletters (LGBTQ); Boston (Mass.); Cambridge (Mass.); Daughters of Bilitis
Volume 1, issue 11 of the newsletter of the Boston chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis. The first 14 issues of the newsletter were called "The Maiden Voyage." The publication was renamed "Focus" in 1971.
Daughters of Bilitis (Boston chapter)
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1970-11
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The Maiden Voyage: A Daughters of Bilitis Newsletter/Boston Chapter, 1970 December
Lesbian newsletters; Newsletters (LGBTQ); Boston (Mass.); Cambridge (Mass.); Daughters of Bilitis
Volume 1, issue 12 of the newsletter of the Boston chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis. The first 14 issues of the newsletter were called "The Maiden Voyage." The publication was renamed "Focus" in 1971.
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1970-12
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The Maiden Voyage: A Daughters of Bilitis Newsletter/Boston Chapter, 1971 January
Lesbian newsletters; Newsletters (LGBTQ); Boston (Mass.); Cambridge (Mass.); Daughters of Bilitis
Volume 2, issue 1 of the newsletter of the Boston chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis. The first 14 issues of the newsletter were called "The Maiden Voyage." The publication was renamed "Focus" in 1971.
Daughters of Bilitis (Boston chapter)
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1971-01
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The Maiden Voyage: A Daughters of Bilitis Newsletter/Boston Chapter, 1971 February
Lesbian newsletters; Newsletters (LGBTQ); Boston (Mass.); Cambridge (Mass.); Daughters of Bilitis
Volume 2, issue 3 of the newsletter of the Boston chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis. The first 14 issues of the newsletter were called "The Maiden Voyage." The publication was renamed "Focus" in 1971. This issue is labeled volume 2, issue 3. There doesn't appear to be a volume 2, issue 2.
Daughters of Bilitis (Boston chapter)
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1971-02
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