1910-1999

Fashion designer. Known for her hats and for frequent fashion shows in Newark. Born Emma Rollins in Tennessee.

Image from: Newark Library.

Aug 1929 Central High School Yearbook

Bibliograpjy

 “History of Queer Club Spaces in Newark | Queer Newark”

Kukla, Barbara. Defying the Odds: Triumphant Black Women of Newark

Newark Library Digitized Items. (2)

 “Clipped From Daily News”

Stewart, Nikita (14 Jun 1999). “Emily Miles, Newark’s First Lady of Fashion, 88”. Star Ledger.

Aug 1929 Central High Yearbook