Pauline Alice Young, a distinguished educator, librarian, historian, and civil rights activist, was born in 1900. Her impactful career included teaching, lecturing, and extensive community involvement. Young's lifelong commitment to equality and civil rights advocacy left an indelible mark on Delaware, earning her numerous awards and a place in the Hall of Fame of Delaware Women in 1982. At the AUC Robert W. Woodruff Library we are always striving to improve our digital collections. We welcome additional information about people, places, or events depicted in any of the works in this collection. To submit information, please contact us at DSD@auctr.edu.
Sep 26, 2023

Pauline A. Young Papers

Pauline Alice Young, a distinguished educator, librarian, historian, and civil rights activist, was born in 1900. Her impactful career included teaching, lecturing, and extensive community involvement. Young's lifelong commitment to equality and civil rights advocacy left an indelible mark on Delaware, earning her numerous awards and a place in the Hall of Fame of Delaware Women in 1982.

At the AUC Robert W. Woodruff Library we are always striving to improve our digital collections. We welcome additional information about people, places, or events depicted in any of the works in this collection. To submit information, please contact us at DSD@auctr.edu.
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Portrait of Pauline A. Young.
Pauline A. Young Papers
Pauline A. Young, 1921
Date Created
1921
Description
Portrait of Pauline A. Young.
Subject
African American women, African American teachers, African American civil rights workers
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers
Portrait of Paul and Alice Dunbar [in frame].
Pauline A. Young Papers
Paul and Alice Dunbar, circa 1900
Date Created
1898/1902
Description
Portrait of Paul and Alice Dunbar [in frame].
Subject
African American women, African American men, African American authors, African American poets
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers
Portrait of Paul and Alice Dunbar [frame removed].
Pauline A. Young Papers
Paul and Alice Dunbar, circa 1900
Date Created
1898/1902
Description
Portrait of Paul and Alice Dunbar [frame removed].
Subject
African American women, African American men, African American authors, African American poets
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers
A booklet describing the life of Pauline Young and detailing the efforts in naming the Pauline A. Young Memorabilia Room at Howard High School.
Pauline A. Young Papers
Memorabilia Room Dedication, Howard Career Center, 1979
Date Created
1979
Description
A booklet describing the life of Pauline Young and detailing the efforts in naming the Pauline A. Young Memorabilia Room at Howard High School.
Subject
African American women, African American teachers, Events and programs, African American civil rights workers
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers
The Delaware Commission for Women inducted four Delaware women into its Hall of Fame, including historian Pauline A. Young, posthumously honoring Vera Gilbride Davis, Mabel Lloyd Fisher Ridgely, and Emalea Pusey Warner. Lt. Gov. Michael N. Castle presided over the ceremony at Delaware State College in Dover. Young expressed her gratitude for the honor. Davis, an accomplished politician, achieved several historic milestones in Delaware politics. Ridgely played a significant role in preserving the Old State House on the Green, and Warner contributed to education and worked for a family court in New Castle County.
Pauline A. Young Papers
Delaware Hall of Fame Article, October 14, 1982
Date Created
1982-10-14
Description
The Delaware Commission for Women inducted four Delaware women into its Hall of Fame, including historian Pauline A. Young, posthumously honoring Vera Gilbride Davis, Mabel Lloyd Fisher Ridgely, and Emalea Pusey Warner. Lt. Gov. Michael N. Castle presided over the ceremony at Delaware State College in Dover. Young expressed her gratitude for the honor. Davis, an accomplished politician, achieved several historic milestones in Delaware politics. Ridgely played a significant role in preserving the Old State House on the Green, and Warner contributed to education and worked for a family court in New Castle County.
Subject
African American women, African American teachers, Events and programs, African American civil rights workers
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers
A certificate inducting Pauline A. Young into the Hall of Fame of Delaware Women.
Pauline A. Young Papers
Hall of Fame of Delaware Women Certificate, October 12, 1982
Date Created
1982-10-12
Description
A certificate inducting Pauline A. Young into the Hall of Fame of Delaware Women.
Subject
African American women, African American teachers, Events and programs, African American civil rights workers
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers
Pauline A. Young, a lifelong collector of African Americana, reminisces about her dedication to preserving black history. She recounts her early days of collecting newspaper clippings and memorabilia related to black life and prominent figures like James Weldon Johnson, Langston Hughes, and Paul Robeson. Her extensive collection includes letters exchanged between Paul Laurence Dunbar and his wife, Alice Dunbar Nelson. Despite microfilming requests from the Historical Society, Young has kept her original copies and continues her passion for documenting black history. She reflects on her family's involvement in civil rights and her desire to write about her aunt's travels around the world.
Pauline A. Young Papers
"Black History's Been a Lifetime for Pauline Young", circa 1976
Date Created
1974/1979
Description
Pauline A. Young, a lifelong collector of African Americana, reminisces about her dedication to preserving black history. She recounts her early days of collecting newspaper clippings and memorabilia related to black life and prominent figures like James Weldon Johnson, Langston Hughes, and Paul Robeson. Her extensive collection includes letters exchanged between Paul Laurence Dunbar and his wife, Alice Dunbar Nelson. Despite microfilming requests from the Historical Society, Young has kept her original copies and continues her passion for documenting black history. She reflects on her family's involvement in civil rights and her desire to write about her aunt's travels around the world.
Subject
African American women, African American teachers, African Americans--Civil rights, African American civil rights workers, African American authors
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers
Pauline A. Young, a pioneering figure in Delaware black history, is celebrated for her extensive collection of African Americana and her impact on education. Her commitment to preserving black history and promoting literacy inspired many. Young's journey took her from Howard High School to the University of Pennsylvania, Columbia University, and Tuskegee Institute, where she taught and worked on the press staff. She was honored by the Brandywine Professional Association and the Monday Club for her contributions to black history, education, dignity, and justice. Her legacy lives on in the Pauline A. Young Memorabilia Room, showcasing her dedication to the community.
Pauline A. Young Papers
"Civil Rights Leader Pauline Young Dies", June 28, 1991
Date Created
1991-06-28
Description
Pauline A. Young, a pioneering figure in Delaware black history, is celebrated for her extensive collection of African Americana and her impact on education. Her commitment to preserving black history and promoting literacy inspired many. Young's journey took her from Howard High School to the University of Pennsylvania, Columbia University, and Tuskegee Institute, where she taught and worked on the press staff. She was honored by the Brandywine Professional Association and the Monday Club for her contributions to black history, education, dignity, and justice. Her legacy lives on in the Pauline A. Young Memorabilia Room, showcasing her dedication to the community.
Subject
African American women, African American teachers, Events and programs, African American civil rights workers
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers
Pauline A. Young, a civil rights activist and historian, was posthumously inducted into the Hall of Fame of Delaware Women, alongside suffragettes Mabel Lloyd Fisher Ridgely, Vera Gilbride Davis, and Emalea Pusey Warner. Young, who faced adversity in her education but earned a master's degree, contributed significantly to the understanding of the history of African Americans in Delaware. She continued her activism throughout her life, advocating for civil rights and against corporate oppression. The other inductees made notable contributions in areas such as preserving historical landmarks and advancing education for women in Delaware.
Pauline A. Young Papers
"Activist: 'Radical' Woman Inducted Into Hall of Fame", October 13, 1982
Date Created
1982-10-13
Description
Pauline A. Young, a civil rights activist and historian, was posthumously inducted into the Hall of Fame of Delaware Women, alongside suffragettes Mabel Lloyd Fisher Ridgely, Vera Gilbride Davis, and Emalea Pusey Warner. Young, who faced adversity in her education but earned a master's degree, contributed significantly to the understanding of the history of African Americans in Delaware. She continued her activism throughout her life, advocating for civil rights and against corporate oppression. The other inductees made notable contributions in areas such as preserving historical landmarks and advancing education for women in Delaware.
Subject
African American women, African American teachers, Events and programs, African American civil rights workers
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers
This letter discusses the complexities of copyright and permissions in the context of historical research papers. It highlights the need for researchers to secure literary permissions and potentially pay royalties when publishing books based on such materials. The author critiques overly complicated legal contracts and emphasizes the importance of courtesy and deference in historical societies.
Pauline A. Young Papers
Correspondence to Pauline Young from Alice DeLoach, May 12, 1976
Date Created
1976-05-12
Author
DeLoach, Alice
Description
This letter discusses the complexities of copyright and permissions in the context of historical research papers. It highlights the need for researchers to secure literary permissions and potentially pay royalties when publishing books based on such materials. The author critiques overly complicated legal contracts and emphasizes the importance of courtesy and deference in historical societies.
Subject
African American authors, Dispute Resolution (Law)
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers
Correspondence from David Holmes to Pauline Young about the appraisal of the Paul Laurence Dunbar and Alice Dunbar Nelson papers.
Pauline A. Young Papers
Correspondence to Pauline Young from David Holmes, March 25, 1983
Date Created
1983-03-25
Author
Holmes, David
Description
Correspondence from David Holmes to Pauline Young about the appraisal of the Paul Laurence Dunbar and Alice Dunbar Nelson papers.
Subject
African American women, African American men, African American authors
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers
A letter inclosing a check for the payment of the Paul and Alice Dunbar Papers.
Pauline A. Young Papers
Correspondence to Pauline Young from David Holmes, March 28, 1984
Date Created
1984-03-28
Author
Holmes, David
Description
A letter inclosing a check for the payment of the Paul and Alice Dunbar Papers.
Subject
African American women, African American men, African American authors
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers
A typed list outlining the contents of the papers of Alice Moore Dunbar from George S. MacManus Company.
Pauline A. Young Papers
Description of the Papers of Alice Moore Dunbar, August 21, 1983
Date Created
1983-08-21
Description
A typed list outlining the contents of the papers of Alice Moore Dunbar from George S. MacManus Company.
Subject
African American women, African American authors
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers
A receipt stating the purchase of papers from Pauline Young for the papers and books of Paul and Alice Dunbar.
Pauline A. Young Papers
Receipt for the Papers and Books of Paul and Alice Dunbar, March 22, 1984
Date Created
1984-03-22
Description
A receipt stating the purchase of papers from Pauline Young for the papers and books of Paul and Alice Dunbar.
Subject
African American women, African American men, African American authors
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers
The letter to Pauline A Young expresses optimism about the upcoming meeting regarding the acquisition of the Dunbar Nelson Collection. It informs Young that efforts are underway to determine the collection's monetary value, with the assistance of a book dealer, Walter Goldwater. Specific information about the collection is requested to expedite the valuation process. The letter anticipates a response by the end of the following week.
Pauline A. Young Papers
Correspondence to Pauline Young from Diana Lachatanere, March 20, 1981
Date Created
1981-03-20
Author
Lachatanere, Diana
Description
The letter to Pauline A Young expresses optimism about the upcoming meeting regarding the acquisition of the Dunbar Nelson Collection. It informs Young that efforts are underway to determine the collection's monetary value, with the assistance of a book dealer, Walter Goldwater. Specific information about the collection is requested to expedite the valuation process. The letter anticipates a response by the end of the following week.
Subject
African American women, African American authors
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers
The letter acknowledges Pauline Young's concerns about a previous letter's tone and apologizes if any offense was taken. It references factual information based on conversations and correspondence with other parties. The letter expresses hope for finding a suitable home for the Paul Dunbar archive and offers assistance if needed.
Pauline A. Young Papers
Correspondence to Pauline Young from Juanita S. Doares, May 4, 1983
Date Created
1983-05-04
Author
Doares, Juanita Starr
Description
The letter acknowledges Pauline Young's concerns about a previous letter's tone and apologizes if any offense was taken. It references factual information based on conversations and correspondence with other parties. The letter expresses hope for finding a suitable home for the Paul Dunbar archive and offers assistance if needed.
Subject
African American authors, Dispute Resolution (Law)
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers
A letter to Pauline Young forwarding an article from Phylon, 1959 concerning DuBois and the Universal Races Congress which explains the significance of the letter to Alice Dunbar requesting a portrait of Paul for said Congress.
Pauline A. Young Papers
Correspondence to Pauline Young from Jean Blackwell Hutson, April 28, 1983
Date Created
1983-04-28
Author
Hutson, Jean Blackwell, 1914-1998
Description
A letter to Pauline Young forwarding an article from Phylon, 1959 concerning DuBois and the Universal Races Congress which explains the significance of the letter to Alice Dunbar requesting a portrait of Paul for said Congress.
Subject
African American women, African American authors
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers
Letter to Pauline Young from the Schomberg Center expressing continued interest in acquiring the Dunbar papers.
Pauline A. Young Papers
Correspondence to Pauline Young from Jean B. Hutson, March 30, 1981
Date Created
1981-03-30
Author
Hutson, Jean Blackwell, 1914-1998
Description
Letter to Pauline Young from the Schomberg Center expressing continued interest in acquiring the Dunbar papers.
Subject
African American women, African American authors
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers
Letter from Pauline Young to the editor of Crown Publishing, seeing if there is an interest in publishing Dunbar's works.
Pauline A. Young Papers
Correspondence from Pauline Young to Daphne Abeel, August 6, 1981
Date Created
1981-08-06
Author
Young, Pauline A., 1900-1991
Description
Letter from Pauline Young to the editor of Crown Publishing, seeing if there is an interest in publishing Dunbar's works.
Subject
African American women, African American authors
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers
Letter from editor of Crown Publishers turning down offer for Dunbar papers, suggesting Howard publishing instead.
Pauline A. Young Papers
Correspondence to Pauline Young from Daphne Abeel, August 17, 1981
Date Created
1981-08-17
Author
Abeel, Daphne
Description
Letter from editor of Crown Publishers turning down offer for Dunbar papers, suggesting Howard publishing instead.
Subject
African American women, African American authors
Collection
Pauline A. Young Papers