The Mary Ann Smith Wilson - Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism spans the dates 1948-2008 with the bulk of the material dated 1960-1967. The collection documents both Ruby Doris Smith Robinson's and Mary Ann Smith Wilson's participation in the civil rights movement and the organizations with which they were affiliated. Although the collection documents both sisters' activities, the bulk of the collection reflects Ruby Doris Smith Robinson’s activism activities in the civil rights movement. Also included in the collection are photographs, correspondences, news articles, programs, reports, and flyers. 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.
Aug 7, 2023

Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism

The Mary Ann Smith Wilson - Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism spans the dates 1948-2008 with the bulk of the material dated 1960-1967. The collection documents both Ruby Doris Smith Robinson's and Mary Ann Smith Wilson's participation in the civil rights movement and the organizations with which they were affiliated. Although the collection documents both sisters' activities, the bulk of the collection reflects Ruby Doris Smith Robinson’s activism activities in the civil rights movement. Also included in the collection are photographs, correspondences, news articles, programs, reports, and flyers.

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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Telegram from Josephine Wilkins to Mary Ann Smith expressing admiration for the An Appeal for Human Rights. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Correspondence to Mary Ann Smith From Josephine Wilkins, circa 1960
Date Created
1958/1962
Author
Wilkins, Josephine Mathewson, 1893-1977
Description
Telegram from Josephine Wilkins to Mary Ann Smith expressing admiration for the An Appeal for Human Rights. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
This document has two articles; one is titled "From Sit-Ins to Sell-Outs. A Call to Action NOW" by Atmore T. Simpson, and the other article is titled "The Truth About the Atlanta Sit-downs and the Role of Martin Luther King" by C.B Williams. Simpson discusses the sell-out by the Black middle-class leadership in Atlanta, comparing it to the betrayal of Judas in the Bible. It criticizes the repeated betrayals by Black leadership and traces this pattern before to the time of Booker T. Washington. The recent sell-out involved an agreement between Black leaders and white merchants to reopen segregated lunch counters and eliminate boycotts and demonstrations. The article urges Black individuals to assert their determination, boycott downtown stores, support genuine leaders, and continue the struggle for freedom. It also highlights the discontent among students and the role of the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
"From Sit Ins to Sell Outs", circa 1960
Date Created
1958/1962
Author
Simpson, Atmore T.
Description
This document has two articles; one is titled "From Sit-Ins to Sell-Outs. A Call to Action NOW" by Atmore T. Simpson, and the other article is titled "The Truth About the Atlanta Sit-downs and the Role of Martin Luther King" by C.B Williams. Simpson discusses the sell-out by the Black middle-class leadership in Atlanta, comparing it to the betrayal of Judas in the Bible. It criticizes the repeated betrayals by Black leadership and traces this pattern before to the time of Booker T. Washington. The recent sell-out involved an agreement between Black leaders and white merchants to reopen segregated lunch counters and eliminate boycotts and demonstrations. The article urges Black individuals to assert their determination, boycott downtown stores, support genuine leaders, and continue the struggle for freedom. It also highlights the discontent among students and the role of the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, African American students, African American pioneers
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
This is an award card for Ruby D. Smith. She was a majorette at the first all-star east-west football game. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Frontiers of America Award to Ruby Doris Smith, 1958
Date Created
1958
Description
This is an award card for Ruby D. Smith. She was a majorette at the first all-star east-west football game. 1 page.
Subject
African American pioneers, African American women, Sports
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights Press Release Statement titled "Ralph McGill - Atlanta Constitution January 1960 DATELINES: U.S.A and U.S.S.R." The statement discusses the newly developed People's Friendship University of Russia, and COAHR's stance. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights Press Release Statement, January 1960
Date Created
1957/1961
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights Press Release Statement titled "Ralph McGill - Atlanta Constitution January 1960 DATELINES: U.S.A and U.S.S.R." The statement discusses the newly developed People's Friendship University of Russia, and COAHR's stance. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
A Certificate of Attendance for Ruby Smith at the 10th annual State-wide High School Band Clinic at Fort Valley State College. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Certificate of Attendance for Ruby Smith, April 1957
Date Created
1957-04
Description
A Certificate of Attendance for Ruby Smith at the 10th annual State-wide High School Band Clinic at Fort Valley State College. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American women, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
A school photo of a young Ruby D. Smith marked with "1951-52."
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Ruby D. Smith School Days, 1951
Date Created
1951
Description
A school photo of a young Ruby D. Smith marked with "1951-52."
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American women, African American children
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
A school photo of a young Ruby D. Smith.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Ruby D. Smith School Days, circa 1952
Date Created
1950/1954
Description
A school photo of a young Ruby D. Smith.
Subject
African American pioneers, African American children
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
A young Ruby D. Smith sits in a chair and poses with a group of people.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Ruby D. Smith With Family, circa 1952
Date Created
1950/1954
Description
A young Ruby D. Smith sits in a chair and poses with a group of people.
Subject
African American pioneers, African American women
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
The certificate of Baptism of Ruby Smith was signed by Pastor R. B. Shorts of West Mitchell Christian Methodist Episcopal (C.M.E) Church. Inscribed at the bottom of the certificate is Mark 16:16. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Certificate of Baptism of Ruby Smith, August 23, 1942
Date Created
1942-08-23
Description
The certificate of Baptism of Ruby Smith was signed by Pastor R. B. Shorts of West Mitchell Christian Methodist Episcopal (C.M.E) Church. Inscribed at the bottom of the certificate is Mark 16:16. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American women, African American churches
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism