undated 1
The Mint Barbershop was at 964 Broadway from 1899-c.1906, run by William “Billie” Towns, brother of Royal Towns.
1906 2
Links and References
- MS26_B2_F1_096 Towns (Royal E.) Papers African, American Museum and Library at Oakland
- His Shop Is Fitted In the Latest Style Oakland Enquirer January 1, 1906
- Oakland History Notes: The Mint Barbershop Oakland Heritage Alliance News Winter 1992-93
- Looking back on the rich treasure of Oakland's black heritage Oakland Tribune February 26, 1984 (p2)
