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Pittsburgh Gay News #3 June 1973

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Summary

Pittsburgh’s First Gay Pride Week: The document announces Pittsburgh’s first annual Gay Pride Week from June 12-17, 1973, with the theme “Gay Pittsburgh is Coming Out!”
Schedule of Events: The week includes a gay symposium, coffeehouse, Lesbian/Feminists Night, gay cabaret, trolley party, gay dance, a march for gay pride, and a picnic.
Key Speakers: The symposium will feature Dr. Allen Bell from the Kinsey Institute and Dr. Evelyn Hooker, known for her positive research on homosexuality.
Persad Center: Persad Center, Inc., a counseling center for sexual minorities, is a sponsor of events, organizing a fundraiser, and providing a VD clinic and speakers bureau training.
Police Harassment: Representatives from Gay Alternatives Pittsburgh (GAP) met with the Pittsburgh Police Superintendent’s office to address complaints of selective police harassment against gays, with little resolution.
Swim Coach Fired: Bob Hughes, a swim coach and pool director, writes about being fired from Valley Brook Country Club due to his involvement with gay liberation, highlighting discrimination and societal prejudices.
Gay Conferences: The document includes personal accounts of attendees at the 1973 gay conference at Rutgers University and Columbus Gay Pride, discussing workshops, experiences, and observations on the gay liberation movement.
GAP Activities: Information is provided about GAP’s ongoing activities, including weekly meetings, consciousness-raising groups, and efforts to engage with legislators on gay rights (with poor response).
Newsletter Information: This is the third issue of the NGAY NEWS newsletter, seeking contributions and advertising.
Gay Liberation Music: Lyrics from two 45 RPM records, “Stonewall Nation” by Madeline Davis and “Angry Atthis” by Maxine Feldman, are published, promoting gay pride.
Origin of Gay Pride Week: The document explains that Gay Pride Week originated in 1969 in New York City, stemming from the Stonewall Riots where gay individuals resisted police harassment.
Map and Schedule: A detailed map of Pittsburgh highlights key locations for Gay Pride Week events, and a convenient week-long calendar is provided