Jackson State University

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• Letter from Joanne Chesimard (Assata Shakur) to Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, July 2, 1973.
  Written on Middlesex County Workhouse letterhead, where Joanne Chesimard (Assata Shakur) was being held in connection with a 1973 police shooting. She writes to Nuh Abdul Qaiyumin in response to his letters and to catch up. She notes that she is hesitant toward religion, but believes Islam teaches the mental processes needed for revolution.
• Letter from Unknown Sender to Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, June 7, 1973.
  The unknown sender and fellow revolutionary writes to Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, who at this time was being held awaiting trial for a 1971 police shooting, to get some feelings off of their chest about the community, the Black Panther Party, and how people behave. They compare the way they are both treated and viewed by the people around them.
• Letter from Unknown Sender to Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika), date unknown.
  The sender, following up with Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika) on a previous conversation, writes to her regarding her idea to start a woman-led Black liberation group. The sender gives steps on creating a military intelligence apparatus that will serve the women's militia and connect them to other organizations in the struggle for Black liberation.
• Letter from Hasan Sababa to Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika), Monday night (day, month, year, unknown).
  Hasan Sababa is writing to introduce himself as a fellow revolutionary. He makes himself and his revolutionary brothers available to her at their full disposal. He writes that he does not know the details of her case, so can’t speak on it, but does give his viewpoint of the American court system, telling her not to expect justice.
• Speech by Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika) about the Black Panthers, date unknown.
  A speech by Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika) about the Black Panthers delivered to the Community Self-Defense Program. She addresses the goals of the revolution, the actions of government agencies against them, and her motivation for joining the Party. With handwritten edits.
• Speech Outline by Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika) about the Black Panther Party's history, date unknown.
  Outline of a speech by Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika). Her speech is about the Black Panther Party's history, preserving it, and the power of information.
• Speech by Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika) about police in the community, date unknown.
  A speech by Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika) about police in the community. She recalls interactions with the police that she has witnessed and contrasts what the police claim to be with what she sees. There is an outline for a portion of her speech about Black women leading the fight for liberation. She notes that the speech will contain poems.
• Letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum to Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika), Wednesday (month and year unknown).
  A letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, who is imprisoned, to his wife Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika). He writes about the pain and helplessness of being separated from her in her time of need. He reasons that better times are coming and attaches a poem about love written for them. He tells her to keep a strong faith. The letter is dated “Wednesday.”
• Two-page letter Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika) to Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, date unknown.
  A letter from Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika) to her husband, Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, who has been imprisoned since 1975. She writes about their rare correspondence and lack of depth in conversation and. She also writes about her faith and how Allah will continue to protect her and the children through hard times.
• Letter from Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika) to Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, Sunday the 15th (month and year unknown).
  A letter from Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika) to her husband, Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, who was sentenced to prison in 1975 for a 1971 Black Liberation Army (BLA) connected shooting of police officers in New York. She writes about their marriage and how much each of them has grown during their time apart. Letter is dated “Sunday the 15th.”
• Letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum to Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika), Tuesday the 13th (month and year unknown).
  A letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, who is imprisoned, to his wife Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika). He writes about the amount of time that has passed, his love for his wife and family and his will to fight oppression. He explains that fear and wrong priorities hinder the Black Panther Party. The letter is dated “Tuesday the 13th.”
• One-page letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum to Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika), date unknown.
  Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, who is imprisoned, is writing to reassure Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika) of his love for her regardless of her pregnancy. He goes on to explain the things people tell him and the evil that comes for them. He tells her that they will remain strong in faith and in public.
• Letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum to Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika), Tuesday 4th-Wednesday 5th (month and year unknown).
  A letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, who is imprisoned, to his wife Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika) about his trial. Throughout his sentence, he has been able to maintain his faith in Allah and the future. He also attached some pieces of poetry. The letter is dated “Tues 4-Wednesday 5.”
• Letter outlining a prison escape plan from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum to Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika), date unknown.
  A letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, who is imprisoned, to his wife Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika). Nuh Adbul Qaiyum writes about materials he needs for an escape from prison. He explains that they are enslaved in prison, and he will choose freedom even if he dies. He ends by writing retrospectively about his personal life and the Black Panther Party.
• Letter and poems from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum to Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika), date unknown.
  A letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, who is imprisoned, to his wife Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika). He sends the family his love and shares his thoughts on life in prison and conflict within the Black community and the Black Panther Party. He asks her about her upcoming birth and offers guidance and advice. He also includes multiple poems.
• Letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum to Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika), Thursday 28th, 1976 (month unknown).
  A letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, who is imprisoned, to his wife Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika). He explains how his imprisonment has helped him gain knowledge on slavery and the reality of Black women in America. He mentions a project he's been working on with the other imprisoned Black Panther Party members. Letter is dated ”Thursday 28th, 1976.”
• Undated letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum to Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika), unknown date.
  A letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, who is imprisoned, to his wife Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika). He writes about their spiritual union, its power, and giving into negativity in life and the world. He reassures her of their true love outside of the physical sense. He includes meditations for her to practice in the hopes that she will find peace.
• Letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum to Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika), Sunday Morning, 28th (month and date unknown).
  A letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, who is imprisoned, to his wife Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika). He writes about the struggle for his freedom and continues to pray for his family’s protection. He includes a poem. He mentions the materials he has been trying to source for his escape attempt. The letter is dated “Sunday Morning, 28th.”
• Letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum to Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika), Saturday afternoon (other date information is unknown).
  A letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, who was sentenced to prison in 1975 for a 1971 Black Liberation Army (BLA) connected shooting of police officers in New York, to his wife Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika). He writes a love poem to his wife. He also includes a money order. The letter is dated “Saturday afternoon.”
• Letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum to Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika), Tuesday the 15th,1976 (month unknown).
  A letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, who is imprisoned, to his wife Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika). He updates her on his struggle for freedom, and his progress in gaining knowledge and coming up with solutions with the other imprisoned Black Panther Party members. The letter is dated “Tuesday the 15th, 1976.”
• Letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum to Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika), Thursday the 9th (year unknown).
  A letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, who is imprisoned, to his wife Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika). He writes about struggles for freedom, the knowledge that he has gained, and implies that she should focus more on the children. He writes that they both should keep their faith and continue the work. The letter is dated “Thursday the 9th.”
• Letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum to Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika), Thursday morning (other date information unknown).
  A letter from Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, who is imprisoned, to his wife Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika). He writes about love: as a family, in marriage, and how the oppressors affect their relationships. He writes that the oppressors will not win, blessings will come, and their relationship will stay strong. The letter is dated “Thursday.”
• Letter from Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika) to Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, Wednesday, 21 (year unknown).
  Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika) writes to her imprisoned husband, Nuh Abdul Qaiyum. She writes about her loneliness, her upcoming trial, their family, and love. She mentions her growth away from fear, and the different legal battles she is fighting. The letter is dated November 21st and 23rd with no year specified.
• Water-damaged letter from Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika) to Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, unknown date.
  A letter from Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika) to her husband, Nuh Abdul Qaiyum, who was imprisoned. She is upset about their breakdown in communication. She concludes that he wants it this way and goes on to explain that their "flame" has been dwindling for years. She changes the subject to explaining her teaching moment with a young man.
• Thank you card from the Jabbar Family to Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika), unknown date.
  A card from the Jabbar Family to Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika). This is a thank-you card to Frankye Adams-Johnson for her love and support during their family's time of grieving.