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Hon. Lois Taplin Bronz
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An account of the resource
<p>Lois Bronz grew up in Louisiana and credits her interest in politics to reading the newspaper to her father, who was not able to read. She became the first in her family to finish college, obtaining her Bachelors degree from Xavier University and her Masters in Education from Wayne State University.</p>
<p>During college, she met future husband, Edgar Taplin, with whom she had three children. To encourage citizen participation in the political process, Lois working in voter regisration, teaching people how to answers the Voter Rights Test.</p>
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<p>Lois Bronz was a widower with three children when she met Chuck Bronz in 1966. When they decided to marry, they could not do so in Lois' native state of Louisiana. In Louisiana, and 15 other states at the time, interracial marriage was banned.</p>
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<div class="exhibit-items left fullsize"> First serving on the Greenburgh Town Board from 1973-1992, Legislator Bronz was next County Legislator for District 8, where she served for eight years, including 4 years as Vice-Chair of the Westchester County Board of Legislators. Legislator Bronz was next elected Chair of the Westchester County Board of Legislators for 2002-2004 becoming the first woman and first African-American to lead the Westchester Board of Legislators.</div>
<p>In 2006 Greenburgh's Union Child Day Care Center (UCDCC) was renamed the <em>Lois Bronz Children's Cente</em>r to honor its long-serving Board member and fund raiser "We chose Lois Bronz for her many years on the Board of UCDCC; for founding and chairing the Phone-a-thon, our major fund raiser for 25 years; for always being a strong advocate for all children. Over the years, despite the development of her political career and stature in the community, she has never forgotten our center which proudly bares the name The Lois Bronz Children's Center."</p>
<p>The New York State Senate recognized Lois Bronz as its 2009 <em>Contemporary Woman of Distinction</em> for tirelessly working for the community, citing her service with Children's Village in Dobbs Ferry, Westchester Community Opportunity Program, and the Hudson Valley Council for Senior Citizens as some of the organizations she devotes her time to.</p>
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An interview with Lois Bronz
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Bronz, Lois - Interview
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An account of the resource
An interview with Lois Bronz
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Elian, Melissa Bunni
Smith, Renee Willis
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2015
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American Women of African Heritage, Inc.
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mp4
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moving image
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2015
Councilwoman
family
Greenburgh
interview
legislator
Lois Bronz
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Mary R. Williams
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An account of the resource
White Plains native Mary R. Williams is known in her community as an entrepreneur, a community activist and a trailblazer. <br /><br />Mary Silas was born and raised in White Plains, NY. While in high school she met Richard Williams at a youth social organized by the Westchester Urban League. The couple wed in 1954 and had two children Richard Jr. and Ramona. <br /><br />After high school graduation Mary attended the Metropolitan Hospital School of Nursing located on what was then called Welfare Island (now Roosevelt Island) in New York City. Mary became a Registered Nurse and was the first black nurse hired at Lawrence Hospital in Westchester County (now NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital). <br /><br />Mary Williams’ care for others was not limited to the bedside and she has been active her community and has recognized for her volunteer work and entrepreneurship. Mary is co-founder of the Westchester Community Opportunity Program (WestCOP) which has been providing range of social services and programs to low-income and at-risk residents since 1965. She was one of the original WestCOP Board members and is still active in the organization. She is also a founding member of The Lois Bronz Children’s Center and The Theodore D. Young Community Center, both in White Plains. <br /><br />Mary Williams was the first black female President of the Greenburgh Chamber of Commerce and also served at the President of the Elmsford Civic League. She was honored by the Town of Greenburgh in 1998 when named “Citizen of the Month” for her numerous humanitarian activities. <br /><br />Through Mary’s diligence and work, she was able to get funded a “Learn to Swim” program at Massaro Park in Elmsford in the late 1960s. This culminated with a visit by Gov. Nelson A. Rockefeller paying a visit and making a personal donation to the pool fund. The pool was aptly renamed “The Mary R. Williams Pool” in honor of her hard work.
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Mary Williams' graduation from Metropolitan Hospital School of Nursing, 1954.
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Williams, Mary - Education
Metropolitan Hospital (New York, N.Y.). School of Nursing
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Mary Williams graduated from nursing school in 1954. She attended the Metropolitan [Hospital] School of Nursing that was located on Welfare Island (now named Roosevelt Island). Desc. from Richard D. Williams.
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1954
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Westchester Community College Foundation
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still image
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1954
Creator
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Williams, Mary
College
Commencement
Graduation
Mary R. Williams
Metropolitan Hospital School of Nursing
New York City
Nursing School
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Mary R. Williams
Description
An account of the resource
White Plains native Mary R. Williams is known in her community as an entrepreneur, a community activist and a trailblazer. <br /><br />Mary Silas was born and raised in White Plains, NY. While in high school she met Richard Williams at a youth social organized by the Westchester Urban League. The couple wed in 1954 and had two children Richard Jr. and Ramona. <br /><br />After high school graduation Mary attended the Metropolitan Hospital School of Nursing located on what was then called Welfare Island (now Roosevelt Island) in New York City. Mary became a Registered Nurse and was the first black nurse hired at Lawrence Hospital in Westchester County (now NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital). <br /><br />Mary Williams’ care for others was not limited to the bedside and she has been active her community and has recognized for her volunteer work and entrepreneurship. Mary is co-founder of the Westchester Community Opportunity Program (WestCOP) which has been providing range of social services and programs to low-income and at-risk residents since 1965. She was one of the original WestCOP Board members and is still active in the organization. She is also a founding member of The Lois Bronz Children’s Center and The Theodore D. Young Community Center, both in White Plains. <br /><br />Mary Williams was the first black female President of the Greenburgh Chamber of Commerce and also served at the President of the Elmsford Civic League. She was honored by the Town of Greenburgh in 1998 when named “Citizen of the Month” for her numerous humanitarian activities. <br /><br />Through Mary’s diligence and work, she was able to get funded a “Learn to Swim” program at Massaro Park in Elmsford in the late 1960s. This culminated with a visit by Gov. Nelson A. Rockefeller paying a visit and making a personal donation to the pool fund. The pool was aptly renamed “The Mary R. Williams Pool” in honor of her hard work.
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Photograph
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Mary Williams in South Africa.
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Williams, Mary
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Undated photo of Mary Williams taken during one of her trips to South Africa. Mary took nearly 20 trips to Africa, including 5 to South Africa, where she had to travel as an honorary white due to apartheid.
"Taken in South Africa - Honored in Kenya" from back of photo.
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n.d.
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Westchester Community College Foundation
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image/jpeg
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still image
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Williams, Mary
Mary R. Williams
South Africa
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Mary R. Williams
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An account of the resource
White Plains native Mary R. Williams is known in her community as an entrepreneur, a community activist and a trailblazer. <br /><br />Mary Silas was born and raised in White Plains, NY. While in high school she met Richard Williams at a youth social organized by the Westchester Urban League. The couple wed in 1954 and had two children Richard Jr. and Ramona. <br /><br />After high school graduation Mary attended the Metropolitan Hospital School of Nursing located on what was then called Welfare Island (now Roosevelt Island) in New York City. Mary became a Registered Nurse and was the first black nurse hired at Lawrence Hospital in Westchester County (now NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital). <br /><br />Mary Williams’ care for others was not limited to the bedside and she has been active her community and has recognized for her volunteer work and entrepreneurship. Mary is co-founder of the Westchester Community Opportunity Program (WestCOP) which has been providing range of social services and programs to low-income and at-risk residents since 1965. She was one of the original WestCOP Board members and is still active in the organization. She is also a founding member of The Lois Bronz Children’s Center and The Theodore D. Young Community Center, both in White Plains. <br /><br />Mary Williams was the first black female President of the Greenburgh Chamber of Commerce and also served at the President of the Elmsford Civic League. She was honored by the Town of Greenburgh in 1998 when named “Citizen of the Month” for her numerous humanitarian activities. <br /><br />Through Mary’s diligence and work, she was able to get funded a “Learn to Swim” program at Massaro Park in Elmsford in the late 1960s. This culminated with a visit by Gov. Nelson A. Rockefeller paying a visit and making a personal donation to the pool fund. The pool was aptly renamed “The Mary R. Williams Pool” in honor of her hard work.
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Mary Williams with Hilary Clinton at the Theodore D. Young Community Center.
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Williams, Mary
Description
An account of the resource
Photo of Mary Williams with Hillary Clinton at the Theodore D. Young Community Center in White Plains. Clinton visited the center with Congresswoman Nita Lowey sometime during President Clinton's term. - desc. from Richard D. Williams
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Westchester Community College Foundation
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image/jpeg
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still image
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1990s
White Plains (N.Y.)
Creator
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Williams, Mary
Hillary Clinton
Mary R. Williams
Theodore D. Young Community Center
White Plains
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Mary R. Williams
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An account of the resource
White Plains native Mary R. Williams is known in her community as an entrepreneur, a community activist and a trailblazer. <br /><br />Mary Silas was born and raised in White Plains, NY. While in high school she met Richard Williams at a youth social organized by the Westchester Urban League. The couple wed in 1954 and had two children Richard Jr. and Ramona. <br /><br />After high school graduation Mary attended the Metropolitan Hospital School of Nursing located on what was then called Welfare Island (now Roosevelt Island) in New York City. Mary became a Registered Nurse and was the first black nurse hired at Lawrence Hospital in Westchester County (now NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital). <br /><br />Mary Williams’ care for others was not limited to the bedside and she has been active her community and has recognized for her volunteer work and entrepreneurship. Mary is co-founder of the Westchester Community Opportunity Program (WestCOP) which has been providing range of social services and programs to low-income and at-risk residents since 1965. She was one of the original WestCOP Board members and is still active in the organization. She is also a founding member of The Lois Bronz Children’s Center and The Theodore D. Young Community Center, both in White Plains. <br /><br />Mary Williams was the first black female President of the Greenburgh Chamber of Commerce and also served at the President of the Elmsford Civic League. She was honored by the Town of Greenburgh in 1998 when named “Citizen of the Month” for her numerous humanitarian activities. <br /><br />Through Mary’s diligence and work, she was able to get funded a “Learn to Swim” program at Massaro Park in Elmsford in the late 1960s. This culminated with a visit by Gov. Nelson A. Rockefeller paying a visit and making a personal donation to the pool fund. The pool was aptly renamed “The Mary R. Williams Pool” in honor of her hard work.
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Mary Williams with Dr. Julius Ford at an awards ceremony.
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Williams, Mary R. - Awards
Ford, Julius
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Undated photo of Mary Williams with Dr. Julius Ford. Back of photo: "Mary received an award for helping the youth of North Elmsford."
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n.d.
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Westchester Community College Foundation
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image/jpeg
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still image
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Williams, Mary
Julius Ford
Mary R. Williams
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Mary R. Williams
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An account of the resource
White Plains native Mary R. Williams is known in her community as an entrepreneur, a community activist and a trailblazer. <br /><br />Mary Silas was born and raised in White Plains, NY. While in high school she met Richard Williams at a youth social organized by the Westchester Urban League. The couple wed in 1954 and had two children Richard Jr. and Ramona. <br /><br />After high school graduation Mary attended the Metropolitan Hospital School of Nursing located on what was then called Welfare Island (now Roosevelt Island) in New York City. Mary became a Registered Nurse and was the first black nurse hired at Lawrence Hospital in Westchester County (now NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital). <br /><br />Mary Williams’ care for others was not limited to the bedside and she has been active her community and has recognized for her volunteer work and entrepreneurship. Mary is co-founder of the Westchester Community Opportunity Program (WestCOP) which has been providing range of social services and programs to low-income and at-risk residents since 1965. She was one of the original WestCOP Board members and is still active in the organization. She is also a founding member of The Lois Bronz Children’s Center and The Theodore D. Young Community Center, both in White Plains. <br /><br />Mary Williams was the first black female President of the Greenburgh Chamber of Commerce and also served at the President of the Elmsford Civic League. She was honored by the Town of Greenburgh in 1998 when named “Citizen of the Month” for her numerous humanitarian activities. <br /><br />Through Mary’s diligence and work, she was able to get funded a “Learn to Swim” program at Massaro Park in Elmsford in the late 1960s. This culminated with a visit by Gov. Nelson A. Rockefeller paying a visit and making a personal donation to the pool fund. The pool was aptly renamed “The Mary R. Williams Pool” in honor of her hard work.
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Photograph
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Mary Williams with Gov. Nelson A. Rockefeller at Massaro Park in North Elmsford, c1967-68.
Subject
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Williams, Mary R
Rockefeller, Nelson A. (Nelson Aldrich), 1908-1979
Swimming pools--New York (State)
Description
An account of the resource
Mary Williams with Gov. Nelson A. Rockefeller at Massaro Park in North Elmsford. "From either 1967 or 1968 and the donation from Rockefeller was for an above ground pool that was built at Massaro Park in North Elmsford on Payne Street. The Town of Greenburgh eventually sponsored a "Learn to Swim" program at the park for children of North Elmsford. The pool was named the "Mary R. Williams Pool." - desc from Richard D. Williams
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Westchester Community College Foundation
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image/jpeg
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still image
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1967-1968
Greenburgh (N.Y.)
Creator
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Williams, Mary
Greenburgh
Mary R. Williams
Massaro Park
Nelson A. Rockefeller
North Elmsford
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Mary R. Williams
Description
An account of the resource
White Plains native Mary R. Williams is known in her community as an entrepreneur, a community activist and a trailblazer. <br /><br />Mary Silas was born and raised in White Plains, NY. While in high school she met Richard Williams at a youth social organized by the Westchester Urban League. The couple wed in 1954 and had two children Richard Jr. and Ramona. <br /><br />After high school graduation Mary attended the Metropolitan Hospital School of Nursing located on what was then called Welfare Island (now Roosevelt Island) in New York City. Mary became a Registered Nurse and was the first black nurse hired at Lawrence Hospital in Westchester County (now NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital). <br /><br />Mary Williams’ care for others was not limited to the bedside and she has been active her community and has recognized for her volunteer work and entrepreneurship. Mary is co-founder of the Westchester Community Opportunity Program (WestCOP) which has been providing range of social services and programs to low-income and at-risk residents since 1965. She was one of the original WestCOP Board members and is still active in the organization. She is also a founding member of The Lois Bronz Children’s Center and The Theodore D. Young Community Center, both in White Plains. <br /><br />Mary Williams was the first black female President of the Greenburgh Chamber of Commerce and also served at the President of the Elmsford Civic League. She was honored by the Town of Greenburgh in 1998 when named “Citizen of the Month” for her numerous humanitarian activities. <br /><br />Through Mary’s diligence and work, she was able to get funded a “Learn to Swim” program at Massaro Park in Elmsford in the late 1960s. This culminated with a visit by Gov. Nelson A. Rockefeller paying a visit and making a personal donation to the pool fund. The pool was aptly renamed “The Mary R. Williams Pool” in honor of her hard work.
Still Image
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Original Format
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Photograph
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Mary and her husband Richard D. Williams at the Birdland Jazz Club in Harlem, 1954
Subject
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Williams, Mary - Family
Description
An account of the resource
Mary and her husband Richard D. Williams at the Birdland Jazz Club in Harlem, 1954
Date
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1954
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Westchester Community College Foundation
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image/jpeg
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still image
Coverage
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1954
Harlem (New York, N.Y.)
Creator
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Williams, Mary
family
Mary R. Williams
Richard D. Williams
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Mary R. Williams
Description
An account of the resource
White Plains native Mary R. Williams is known in her community as an entrepreneur, a community activist and a trailblazer. <br /><br />Mary Silas was born and raised in White Plains, NY. While in high school she met Richard Williams at a youth social organized by the Westchester Urban League. The couple wed in 1954 and had two children Richard Jr. and Ramona. <br /><br />After high school graduation Mary attended the Metropolitan Hospital School of Nursing located on what was then called Welfare Island (now Roosevelt Island) in New York City. Mary became a Registered Nurse and was the first black nurse hired at Lawrence Hospital in Westchester County (now NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital). <br /><br />Mary Williams’ care for others was not limited to the bedside and she has been active her community and has recognized for her volunteer work and entrepreneurship. Mary is co-founder of the Westchester Community Opportunity Program (WestCOP) which has been providing range of social services and programs to low-income and at-risk residents since 1965. She was one of the original WestCOP Board members and is still active in the organization. She is also a founding member of The Lois Bronz Children’s Center and The Theodore D. Young Community Center, both in White Plains. <br /><br />Mary Williams was the first black female President of the Greenburgh Chamber of Commerce and also served at the President of the Elmsford Civic League. She was honored by the Town of Greenburgh in 1998 when named “Citizen of the Month” for her numerous humanitarian activities. <br /><br />Through Mary’s diligence and work, she was able to get funded a “Learn to Swim” program at Massaro Park in Elmsford in the late 1960s. This culminated with a visit by Gov. Nelson A. Rockefeller paying a visit and making a personal donation to the pool fund. The pool was aptly renamed “The Mary R. Williams Pool” in honor of her hard work.
Still Image
A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials.
Original Format
The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data
Photograph
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Title
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Mary Williams' White Plains High School yearbook photo, 1952
Subject
The topic of the resource
Williams, Mary R. - Education
Description
An account of the resource
Mary [Silas] Williams' High School yearbook photo. White Plains H.S. class of 1952.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1952
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Westchester Community College Foundation
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image/jpeg
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still image
Coverage
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1952
White Plains (N.Y.)
Creator
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Williams, Mary
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Mary R. Williams
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White Plains native Mary R. Williams is known in her community as an entrepreneur, a community activist and a trailblazer. <br /><br />Mary Silas was born and raised in White Plains, NY. While in high school she met Richard Williams at a youth social organized by the Westchester Urban League. The couple wed in 1954 and had two children Richard Jr. and Ramona. <br /><br />After high school graduation Mary attended the Metropolitan Hospital School of Nursing located on what was then called Welfare Island (now Roosevelt Island) in New York City. Mary became a Registered Nurse and was the first black nurse hired at Lawrence Hospital in Westchester County (now NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital). <br /><br />Mary Williams’ care for others was not limited to the bedside and she has been active her community and has recognized for her volunteer work and entrepreneurship. Mary is co-founder of the Westchester Community Opportunity Program (WestCOP) which has been providing range of social services and programs to low-income and at-risk residents since 1965. She was one of the original WestCOP Board members and is still active in the organization. She is also a founding member of The Lois Bronz Children’s Center and The Theodore D. Young Community Center, both in White Plains. <br /><br />Mary Williams was the first black female President of the Greenburgh Chamber of Commerce and also served at the President of the Elmsford Civic League. She was honored by the Town of Greenburgh in 1998 when named “Citizen of the Month” for her numerous humanitarian activities. <br /><br />Through Mary’s diligence and work, she was able to get funded a “Learn to Swim” program at Massaro Park in Elmsford in the late 1960s. This culminated with a visit by Gov. Nelson A. Rockefeller paying a visit and making a personal donation to the pool fund. The pool was aptly renamed “The Mary R. Williams Pool” in honor of her hard work.
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Mary R. Williams with Humanitarian Award from Westchester Community Opportunity Program
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Williams, Mary R - Awards
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Undated photo of Mary R. Williams receiving the Humanitarian Award from Westchester Community Opportunity Program (WestCOP)
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Westchester Community College Foundation
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Williams, Mary
Mary R. Williams
Westchester Community Opportunity Program
WestCOP
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Mary R. Williams
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White Plains native Mary R. Williams is known in her community as an entrepreneur, a community activist and a trailblazer. <br /><br />Mary Silas was born and raised in White Plains, NY. While in high school she met Richard Williams at a youth social organized by the Westchester Urban League. The couple wed in 1954 and had two children Richard Jr. and Ramona. <br /><br />After high school graduation Mary attended the Metropolitan Hospital School of Nursing located on what was then called Welfare Island (now Roosevelt Island) in New York City. Mary became a Registered Nurse and was the first black nurse hired at Lawrence Hospital in Westchester County (now NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital). <br /><br />Mary Williams’ care for others was not limited to the bedside and she has been active her community and has recognized for her volunteer work and entrepreneurship. Mary is co-founder of the Westchester Community Opportunity Program (WestCOP) which has been providing range of social services and programs to low-income and at-risk residents since 1965. She was one of the original WestCOP Board members and is still active in the organization. She is also a founding member of The Lois Bronz Children’s Center and The Theodore D. Young Community Center, both in White Plains. <br /><br />Mary Williams was the first black female President of the Greenburgh Chamber of Commerce and also served at the President of the Elmsford Civic League. She was honored by the Town of Greenburgh in 1998 when named “Citizen of the Month” for her numerous humanitarian activities. <br /><br />Through Mary’s diligence and work, she was able to get funded a “Learn to Swim” program at Massaro Park in Elmsford in the late 1960s. This culminated with a visit by Gov. Nelson A. Rockefeller paying a visit and making a personal donation to the pool fund. The pool was aptly renamed “The Mary R. Williams Pool” in honor of her hard work.
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Mary. R. Williams with other honorees at a WestCOP fundraising gala.
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Williams, Mary R. - Awards
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"Mary [Williams] being honored at Westchester Community Opportunity Program (WestCOP) at a fundraising gala between 2005 and 2010. The anti-poverty program, whose slogan is 'People helping People,' has been serving the community since it was formed in 1965. Mary has been associated with the program since as a Founder and still serves on the Board of Directors." - Desc. from Richard D. Williams.
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Westchester Community College Foundation
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c2005-2010
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Williams, Mary
Mary R. Williams
Westchester Community Opportunity Program
WestCOP