Delpit, Joseph, 1940-

Dates:
Birth 1940

Biographical notes:

Joseph Delpit was an African-American businessman in Baton Rouge, La. He was the first black elected official in Baton Rouge when he was chosen for a seat on the city council in 1967. He later was state representative for District 67.

From the description of Joseph Delpit oral history interview, 1996. (Louisiana State University). WorldCat record id: 71223391

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Subjects:

  • African American business enterprises
  • African American neighborhoods
  • African Americans
  • African Americans
  • Community development
  • Diners (Restaurants)

Occupations:

  • African American businesspeople
  • African American professional employees

Places:

  • Louisiana--Baton Rouge (as recorded)
  • Baton Rouge (La.) (as recorded)