Waring Letters,, 1960
Scope and Contents
Letters with photocopied newspaper clippings from September to December 1960. Topics include imploring Cornwell to write her memoirs regarding their friendship and their struggle for "Negro Rights" in Charleston; expressing discontent towards Septima Clark in her refusal to acknowledge Charleston in speeches and writings; news about civil rights activist Patty [Sarah Patton] Boyle writing a book [eventually titled The Desegregated Heart: A Virginian's Stand in Time of Transition]; inquiring about Charleston's library integration. Newspaper clippings include editorial regarding problems of city schools.
Dates
- Creation: 1960
Creator
- From the Collection: Cornwell, Ruby Pendergrass, 1902-2003 (Person)
Language of Materials
Material is in English
Access Restrictions
No restrictions.
Extent
From the Series: 26.0 Folders
Repository Details
Part of the Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture Repository
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Charleston South Carolina 29424 United States
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