1966-06
Student Nonviolent Coordinating Commitee
Articles from Jet magazine about the American Labor Federation, Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, and Reverend Fauntroy all about promoting equal rights. The article's first page talks about the American Labor Federation and its endorsement of President Lyndon B. Johnson about residential integration. The Second page is titled "SNCC, Dick Gregory Snub White," about SNCC and the racial tensions during the Vietnam War. The rest of the article discusses the negotiations and talks among CORE (Congress of Racial Equality), SNCC, and the White House about racial justice and inequality. 4 pages.
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations, Presidents, Political participation, African American newspapers
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
1961-03
Congress of Racial Equality
The newspaper CORE-LATOR, published in March 1961, highlights the ongoing efforts to fight racial discrimination. The sit-in movement marked its first anniversary, leading to numerous jail-ins of students who refused to pay fines or accept bail for demonstrating against segregated facilities. The newspaper also reports on other activities, such as picketing discriminatory businesses. In summary, the newspaper emphasizes the importance of direct nonviolent methods in abolishing racial discrimination. 4 pages.
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, Political participation, African American newspapers
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
1960-12-09
Lonnie C. King describes how some Black leaders have not supported their efforts for equality. However, he notes that the community has united to fight racial segregation, with various professions and groups joining the picket lines and forming committees to support the boycott. Despite some losing their jobs, the author argues that the fight for freedom and equality must continue and calls on these few leaders to join in the struggle. 1 page.
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations, Voting, Political participation, African American newspapers
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
1960-11-28
In 1960, Lonnie King writes about the dangerous situation in New Orleans due to the inability of the Louisiana State Legislature to accept federal law over state decrees. The student committee hopes that Georgia has learned from Little Rock and New Orleans and will act quickly to implement the courts' decision for integrated public schools. The New Orleans situation reflects poorly on the US' image abroad, and King wonders how African and Asian peoples perceive it. 1 page.
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations, Voting, Political participation, African American newspapers
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
1960-11-14
An article in The Atlanta Inquirer by Lonnie King noting if someone didn't vote in the election, they have no right to argue about the outcome, and how action must be taken to rectify the situation. He states the true meaning of democracy will only be achieved when the beliefs and ideals that have built the country are brought into harmony with the realities of daily life for all Americans. 1 page.
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations, Voting, Political participation, African American newspapers
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
1960-11-07
An article in the Atlanta Inquirer by Lonnie King notes Atlanta appears to have calmed down after the student-led protests. However, the desegregation of lunch counters and equal hiring practices for Black individuals are still outstanding issues. Removing discriminatory signs from public spaces and accepting freedom as a permanent part of Atlanta's future is necessary before progress can be made. The fight against discrimination requires ongoing effort and donations to organizations such as the NAACP and SCLC to continue the struggle. 1 page.
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations, Voting, Political participation, African American newspapers
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
1959/1962
An article in the Atlanta Inquirer by Lonnie King marking the recent student movement's epitaph as an example of student and community. 1 page.
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations, Voting, Political participation, African American newspapers
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism