Waldemar Eros Debnam, son of Joseph Eppye and Birdie Lee (Speight) Debnam, was a journalist and author. After graduating from the University of North Carolina, Debnam began his journalism career by working for his father's newspaper, the Standard-Laconic of Snow Hill, N.C. Later, Debnam helped start the Norfolk News-Index and worked as a commentator for WPTF radio in Raleigh, N.C. He gained notoriety during the 1950s for authoring Weep No More, My Lady, a book critical of Eleanor Roosevelt, and Then My Old Kentucky Home Good Night!, a book concerning the 1954 Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court decision.
From the description of Waldemar E. Debnam papers, 1854-1967, (bulk 1922-1967) [manuscript]. (East Carolina University). WorldCat record id: 704284344
We use cookies to understand how you use our site and to improve your experience. By continuing to use our site, you accept our use of cookies, Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Send Feedback
Please add comments or notes to our development staff in the box below. The feedback system will automatically attach a screenshot of this page, the page URL, and referrer.