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Paper cutouts, no date

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 6

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

Contains a letter written by Craig to the Detroit Times, in response to a request for brief biographical information. The collection contains newspaper articles glued into a day book. These clipping describe conventions, meetings, and events of the following African-American men's organizations: Colored Mason of the State of Michigan; Colored Knights; Guard Lodge of Colored Masons Templar; Davis Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons; and the Colored Republican Club. There are also articles about state and local politics, community social events and announcements, racial issues and celebrations, and the weather. There are also wedding and obituary notices.

The collection contains a few articles about Craig's barber shop and the Buckner family. The back pages of the book contain addresses and some financial data by Craig.

Dates

  • no date

Creator

Extent

From the Collection: 0.21 Linear Feet (One box)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Grand Rapids History Center Repository

Contact:
Grand Rapids Public Library
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Grand Rapids Michigan 49503 USA
616-988-5497