Thomas J. Holmes papers, [ca. 1957-1983].

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Thomas J. Holmes papers, [ca. 1957-1983].

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/38727235

The collection consists of papers of Thomas J. Holmes from ca. 1957-1983. The papers include correspondence, memoranda, reports, printed material, and speeches or addresses. The bulk of the materials (1967-1980) pertain to Holmes' activities as Director of Mercer University's Office of Development or as Director of Alumni Affairs (1961-1965). The collection contains information on Holmes' pastorate at Tattnall Square Baptist Church (Macon, Ga.), the controversy over racial integration of Tattnall Square, and Holmes' subsequent firing (1966) due to his refusal to serve a "whites only" church. The collection also contains a copy of ASHES FOR BREAKFAST, a book written by Holmes about the Tattnall Square controversy and published in the German periodical, Die Gemeinde, in serialized form.

11.25 linear ft.

Mercer University

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Mercer university

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Tattnall Square Baptist Church (Macon, Ga.)

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Holmes, Thomas J. (Thomas Joseph), 1959-

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Thomas J. Holmes (1918-1985), Baptist minister and college administrator at Mercer University, resided in Macon, Georgia. From the description of Thomas J. Holmes papers, [ca. 1957-1983]. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 38727235 ...