Circa early 1940'sInside the Palm Tavern at 446 East 47th Street , a favorite hangout of popular Black entertainers, especially those who had performed at the nearby Regal Theater
Opened in 1933 by James "Genial Jim" Knight, the first Mayor of Bronzeville. In 1956, upon his retirement, James Knight transfered ownership to Geraldine "Mama Gerri" Oliver, who proudly operated the Palm Tavern until July 3, 2001.
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