Vintage Black Cinema

On July 16, 2008, in Newark, New Jersey, the Postal Service™ issued 42–cent Vintage Black Cinema commemorative stamps. The stamps were designed by Carl T. Herrman of Carlsbad, California.


Vivid reminders of a bygone era, these vintage movie posters highlight various facets of the African–American cultural experience as represented in early film. Whether spotlighting the talents of entertainment icons or documenting changing social attitudes and expectations, these posters now serve a greater purpose than publicity and promotion. They have become invaluable pieces of history, preserving memories of cultural phenomena that otherwise might have been forgotten.

Movies commemorated include Black and Tan, The Sport of the Gods, Princess Tam-Tam, Caldonia and Hallelujah.

Elton Brand - PF - Chicago Bulls

After being selected by the Chicago Bulls with the first pick in the 1999 draft, Elton Brand spent two years sporting The Number in Chicago before moving on to Los Angeles.

"Take Me Out to the Ball Game"

On July 16, 2008, in Washington, DC, the Postal Service™ issued a 42–cent Take Me Out to the Ball Game commemorative stamp. The stamp was designed by Richard Sheaff of Scottsdale, Arizona.

"Take Me Out to the Ball Game" was written in the summer of 1908 by Jack Norworth (1879-1959) and set to music by Albert Von Tilzer (1878-1956). For decades, the song's catchy chorus has been part of the musical tradition at ballparks around the country.

Is that Mr. Sammo?

Famous blogger Mr. Sammo, of the blog of the same name, is spotted on the Roberto Clemente Bridge in the hours before the 2006 MLB All-Star Game in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania sporting The Number.

Coors Field - Denver Colorado

Here is a picture of The Number on the right field wall of Coors Field in Denver, Colorado during Game 3 of the 2007 World Series.

The Number has been retired throughout all of MLB in tribute to Jackie Robinson.