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Zedekiah Johnson Purnell (c. 1813–1882) was an African-American activist, businessman, and editor. He served as the editor of the literary journal The Demosthenian Shield.
1986–
Zerina Akers is an American fashion stylist and costume designer. She is best known for her positions as Beyoncé's personal stylist, costume designer for the Emmy-winning 2020 musical film Black Is King, and founder of the e-commerce site "Black Owned…
1941-1994
FROM THE SOURCE CATALOGA Talon brand red polyester zipper in original paper packaging. The package is white paperboard with blue printed text.
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Zirl Augustus Palmer (December 11, 1919 – May 20, 1982) was an African-American businessman and activist in Lexington, Kentucky. He opened Palmer's Pharmacy in 1952 in an old building at Fifth and Race Street. He was involved in the city's desegregation…
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Zulfat Suara, is a Nigerian-American activist, businesswoman, and politician. In September 2019, she became the first Muslim to be elected to the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and the first immigrant elected to an at-large…
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Zwelibanzi "Zweli" Moyo Williams (born 1977) is a Zimbabwean-American chef and restaurateur. She specializes in Southern African cuisine and opened multiple restaurants in Durham, North Carolina. As the wife of Mayor Leonardo Williams, she has been the…
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