Walter Barnes, "Chicago's King of Dance Rhythm" and the Royal Creolians
This photograph of Walter Barnes shown with a clarinet, was known as "Chicago's King of Dance Rhythm." He performed at venues like The Dreamland Ballroom with his "nationally famous" Royal Creolians.
Dreamland Ballroom, North Omaha History Harvest, 2011
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The Clovers, 1954
<p>This is a publicity shot for The Clovers, a popular jazz band who played the Dreamland Ballroom in 1954. Native Omahan, Preston Love, Sr.'s band played backup for The Clovers at the dance that night.</p>
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Dreamland Ballroom, North Omaha History Harvest, 2011
1954
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Omaha (Neb.)