George W. Gore’s speeches at Florida A&M College (and later University) emphasized the institution's role in fostering first-class citizenship. In "Are We Ready for the Promised Land," he explored the Negro’s role, voting rights, and history since emancipation in 1863.
Newspaper article about Monroe Work's funeral service at Tuskegee. The article mentions two ministers who officiated Work's service: Charles W. Kelly and Raymond F. Harvey. The service was attended by faculty, students, and members of the Greenwood community.
Newspaper article about the new director for Tuskegee's Department of Records and Research, Ralph N. Davis. Mentions Monroe N. Work's retirement and that Davis worked as Work's assistant for many years.
Newspaper obituary for Monroe N. Work. Article mentions Mr. Work's funeral service at Institute Chapel and internment at Institute Cemetery. Charles F. Kelley and Raymond F. Harvey officiated the service, while the ceremony at the grave was led by the Lewis Adams Lodge, A. F. and M.
Newspaper article about Monroe N. Work's funeral service at Tuskegee. Article includes a statement from Tuskegee President, Dr. Frederick D. Patterson regarding Work's death. Article also states that the office in Hollis Burke Frissell Library was closed in memory of Mr. Work.
Newspaper article discussing Monroe N. Work's burial, professional activities, and education. Article also mentions Work's 1942 Alumni Association Citation for 40 years of public service.
A newspaper article from The Star-Ledger about the testimony of defense witness Dr. Arthur Davidson during the trial of Assata Shakur (JoAnne Chesimard) for the 1973 killing of a state trooper. He testified about the wounds sustained by Shakur and argued that she could not have shot from the crouching position due to her wounds from the shootout.
Newspaper article about Monroe N. Work's funeral service at Tuskegee. Article states that the office in Hollis Burke Frissell Library was closed in memory of Mr. Work and that Mrs. Florence Work was unable to attend the service due to illness.
94-page document containing more than 10 articles by a variety of contributors, including a 12-page article by Monroe N. Work titled "A Half Century of Progress: A Contrast, The Negro in America in 1866 and in 1922."
A newspaper obituary article about Dr. Monroe N. Work, a sociologist who founded the Department of Records and Research at Tuskegee University. This article discusses his birthplace, education, and professional achievements throughout his life.
A newspaper article announces Ralph N. Davis as the new director of Tuskegee University's Department of Records and Research. The article highlights his extensive experience as an assistant to Monroe N. Work and notes that he is currently completing his graduate degree at the University of Chicago.
"What the Experts Say": A memo from Child Development Group of Mississippi (CDGM) with a collection of quotes about CDGM taken from reports, letters, and statements to CDGM by consultants contracted to provide services to CDGM during the current grant funding period. All of the quotes highlight positive things about CDGM and Head Start.
In this memo from Child Development Group of Mississippi (CDGM), the organization replies to charges made by Senator John Stennis and others. These accusations include an alleged $500,000 financial discrepancy that turned out to be only a $15,000 clerical error. CDGM responds to the charge that the organization has ties with Black Power activists.
“Fact Sheet”: a memo from Child Development Group of Mississippi (CDGM) outlining the facts about CDGM and Head Start in Mississippi. The memo outlines funding, employees, training programs, committees, councils, board of directors, volunteer work, and statistics about participation in Head Start across the state.
This bibliography lists sources relating to Child Development Group of Mississippi (CDGM) and Head Start. Included are newspaper articles from Mississippi, Washington, D.C., and Virginia.
A complete historical breakdown of the effect of administrative decisions on the racial makeup of Topeka schools. Includes full reports on every school in the district as well as analysis on decisions made by the school board and administrators.
A reply letter from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to Chaplain Wynn’s 04/06/1956 letter, informing Chaplain Wynn that he would be happy to speak at the Tuskegee Chapel on 11/11/1956.
A letter from Chaplain Wynn to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on onion paper. The Tuskegee Institute Chapel was in the process of inviting guest speakers to speak to the students, faculty, staff and community. Chaplain Wynn asked if Dr. King could be a guest speaker on 11/11/1956.
Recurring letters sent between President Gore and Negro District Agents have consistently featured invitations to the 4-H Annual Short Cours and program statistics. This highlights the ongoing efforts to elevate educational standards in Florida's agricultural and home demonstration programs.
A letter from Chaplain Wynn to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. advising him on the activities set to take place during the Religious Emphasis Week Activities for Jan 6-10 1958.
A letter from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to Chaplain Wynn stating that he would not be able to attend Religious Emphasis Week from Jan 6-10, 1958 due to an overseas trip to India and completing his book.
Written by the Secretary-Treasurer of Alpha Kappa Mu National Honor Society, George W. Gore, Jr., this report marks the 25th annual convention of the organization. An organization first created to develop an intellectual community of HBCU students nationwide, this report was proof of its enduring success since Gore first started the initiative.
A newspaper article from Daily News about the testimony of defense witness Dr. David Spain during the trial of Assata Shakur (JoAnne Chesimard) for the 1973 killing of a state trooper. He testified about the wounds she sustained, arguing that she couldn’t have shot from a crouching position due to the position of her wounds from the shootout.
