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SOJOURNER TRUTH CLUB (RICHMOND, IND.) RECORDS, 1922–1975 (BULK 1922–1940)

Title: SOJOURNER TRUTH CLUB (RICHMOND, IND.) RECORDS, 1922–1975 (BULK 1922–1940)

This collection consists of two manuscript boxes. The first box contains materials related to the Sojourner Truth Club including its constitution and by-laws, history, and minutes from 1922-1935. Additional minutes 1935-1947 are contained in box 2, along with general correspondence, membership lists, and financial records pertaining to the club. The remainder of box 2 contains more general information pertaining to Richmond's black citizenry. Most of the material relate to individuals. Obituaries for Margaret Archey, Rev. Vallie Louise Burrell, Lucy Chambers, John Fletcher, Nellie Mae Fox, and Mary Susan Leavell are included in Folder 12. There are also programs from the Indiana State Federation of Colored Women's Clubs. Two undated and unsigned play manuscripts, "Thursday Evening" and "The Dreamy Kid," are contained. The clippings include information about golden wedding anniversaries, the Jolly 12 Club, churches, and community activities. There is also a photograph of Bertha Burton stored in visual collections.

ArchivalResource: 2 manuscript boxes, 1 photograph folder

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