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Rollins College | Text
Letter From Theodore Darrah to Frank Otey, 1955
Theodore Darrah, the Dean of Knowles Memorial Chapel, invites Frank Otey, Principal of the Hungerford School, and his students to the Race Relations Sunday service. Dean Darrah notes that Rollins College will be providing the choir for the service, which is a change from their usual reliance on the Hungerford choir. The change demonstrates a more equal exchange between the Hungerford School and Rollins College.Learn more -
Rollins College | Text
Mission Statement of the Inter-Faith and Race Relations Committee
A mission statement provided by the Rollins College Interfaith and Race Relations Committee regarding improving relations between various racial and religious groups. The statement uses idealistic and vague language along with war imagery to convey their dedication to the ideals of peace and prosperity of all groups.Learn more -
Rollins College | Image
Race Relations Committee, 1950-1951
A yearbook photo from Rollins College Tomokan showing the Race Relations Committee members in 1950-1951.Learn more -
Rollins College | Text
Race Relations Day, 1945
A Rollins Sandspur article describing the first Race Relations Sunday, which brought together white and African American residents to celebrate Race Relations Day with music, film, and speeches. Rollins' hosting of this event on campus with support from Winter Park and the Hungerford School shows local and collegiate interest in supporting African Americans.Learn more -
Centre College | Text
Suit Charges Segregation at Barber Shops
An article giving more details regarding the charges against Danville barbershopsLearn more -
Centre College | Text
Taylor Moves Ahead : Federal Court to Hear Danville Barbershop Case
Report on the barbershop discrimination suit of Taylor, et. al. vs. Richardson, et. al. There were barbershops in Danville that did not cut the hair of black customers. Centre students and community members brought light to the discrimination which eventually appeared in a federal court hearing.Learn more -
Centre College | Text
Taylor Plans Barber Litigation
An article about Ollie Taylor, a Centre student who led the efforts to desegregate Danville barbershops the previous spring. The Cento staff interviewed Taylor to get updates on the current situation as well interviewing other students on their opinions.Learn more -
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The French Club
Photograph from the 1966 Bonhomie (Furman Yearbook) of the French Club, 'Le Salon Francias.' This society was composed of students recommended by their professors for their superior work in the intermediate or advanced levels of French. Joseph Vaughn, the university's first African American student, is seen standing at far left in photo.Learn more