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Articles in May, 1990 issue of Ebony

• Higher than Hope: The Authorized Biography of Nelson Mandela. - book reviews
• Teacher minus weight equals energy - weight loss success story
• The Thurgood Marshall nobody knows; first Black Supreme Court Justice recalls his life on the front line of the civil rights issue
  by Juan Williams
• A tribute to Black mothers: these remarkable women are nurturers who possess a world of strength
• Barbara Hendricks: a passion for opera and human rights; Arkansas native is one of increasing number of major Black divas
• The ordeal and triumph of Winnie Mandela; after 27-year separation, "it's like being married for the first time." - includes related article - interview
  by D. Michael Cheers
• Never Too Far. - sound recording reviews
  by Lynn Norment
• Who is Toukie Smith and why are people talking about her?
  by Laura B. Randolph
• First Black space commander: Col. Frederick Gregory makes history with second pioneering space effort
  by Dalton Narine
• Show biz kids: pre-teen stars find that success in the spotlight is not all fun and child's play
  by Douglas C. Lyons
• The many talents of Paula Abdul: sassy entertainer gives expanded definition to term "multiple."
  by Lynn Norment
• Saturday night live in Chicago; music swings, rocks and jams from the lakefront to the neighborhoods
• The 100 most influential Black Americans: New York Mayor, U.S. Appeals Court judges join the 1990 list of movers and shakers - illustration
• Summer fun across the land and on the islands: tropical beaches, scenic mountains and historic sites are just a few hours away
  by Renee D. Turner
• Isiah Thomas' mother tells … how to save inner-city children from gangs
  by Mary Thomas
• The 12 most exciting Black men: with talent, power and magnetic appeal, these provocative men arouse, thrill and inspire
• Car-care tips for cross-country travel: checking the auto before the road trip can prevent costly highway mishaps
• Kappa Alpha Psi: fraternity, founded at Indiana University, stresses individual and group achievement - Black Sororities and Fraternities, part 4
• 'The love that changed my life.' - 5 successful individuals
• How to get your share of the $25 million scholarship bonanza - includes partial list of scholarships
  by Narine Dalton
• Woman jail boss tackles tough job: Baltimore corrections commissioner oversees 10th largest penal system in U.S - Barbara Bostick
  by D. Michael Cheers
• Nelson Mandela: a special message to Black Americans; "Our bond must continue and grow stronger…." - includes related article - interview
  by D. Michael Cheers