The Massie Affair or Outrage on the Ala Moana Road Mixed Media Collage

The Massie Affair
Originally uploaded by Paper Fields

I made this collage some time ago upon reflecting on the events of the Massie Affair. A young white Navy wife, Thalia Massie, left a Honolulu party late on September 12, 1931. What happened that night triggered rape charges against 5 non whites, protests of innocence, and a trial in the media spotlight, with superstar attorney Clarence Darrow that all culminated in murder. Thalia Massie was from a prominent American family. Her mother was the niece of Alexander Graham Bell. At the time, this was a media sensation with William Randolph Hearst fueling the flames of racism.

What really happened to Thalia Massie? American Experience on pbs produced an insightful documentary on the Massie Affair. Visit my Etsy shop at Paper Fields where you can find out more and also purchase this mixed media collage .

Madison Gre

Working Girl Bag 289
Originally uploaded by madisongre

Madison Gre's on-line boutique offers one of a kind handmade vintage and ethnic inspired handbags, plus the latest must have accessories to complete that perfect outfit.

This bag is oversize and extremely spacious. Made with thick designer print canvas and 3 large pockets (2 dual open and 1 zippered). You can take this multi purpose bag to work, to school, to the library, to the gym, out holiday shopping or anywhere you want. Well made and carefully crafted.