I thought that this information might be of interest to someone. I grew up in New York City and one of my neighbors in my building was Judge Jane Bolin, the first black woman judge in the United States. She is an incredible person, and I feel honored to know her. She is still alive at 90-something and living in my mother's building. If you want to read more about this living legend and pioneer check out this website.
http://www.npg.si.edu/exh/harmon/boliharm.htm