Collection Number
SC 136Creator(s)
Henderson, Douglas Wendell, 1918-2000Abstract
Doug "Jocko" Henderson was a pioneering "rapping" deejay primarily associated with Philadelphia radio station WDAS in the 1970s. Collection primarily documents Henderson's Get Ready company, which published materials to be used in schools to teach American history, spelling, and the dangers of drug abuse using rap lyrics. Also included is material documenting Henderson's bid for a seat in the United States House of Representatives in Pennsylvania. Materials include audiocassettes, teaching manuals, correspondence, photographs, business cards, press clippings, flyers, and other memorabilia.Extent
1 document case (0.21 linear feet)8 Audiocassettes (analog)
Collection Images
This collection contains images that can be previewed on IU's Image Collections Online website. Click the button below to browse the images. Access to full-size digital image materials may be restricted to authorized users due to copyright and/or other restrictions. Contact the AAAMC staff for more details by filling out the form at the bottom of this page.
View ImagesCollection Finding Aid
A finding aid describing the contents of this collection can be viewed on IU's Archives Online website. Click the button below to view the descriptive finding aid. Access to textual materials may be limited to on-site use due to copyright and/or other restrictions. Duplication requests may require the written permission of the donor, interviewer, interviewees, and/or copyright holder. Contact the AAAMC staff for more details by filling out the form at the bottom of this page.
View the Full Finding Aid