Document written by Mrs. Doyle (Pearl) Edwards describing her experiences after her family moved to Keltys, Texas from Alabama. The document described the town in detail, how it was segregated based on race, the home prices back then, standards of living, healthcare situation, transportation and religious activities.
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Document written by Mrs. Doyle (Pearl) Edwards describing her experiences after her family moved to Keltys, Texas from Alabama. The document described the town in detail, how it was segregated based on race, the home prices back then, standards of living, healthcare situation, transportation and religious activities.
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7 p.
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Angelina County History Harvest
Residents of Angelina County and the surrounding area were invited to participate in the Angelina County History Harvest at the Museum of East Texas in Lufkin, TX. Materials in this collection include photographs, letters, postcards, clipping, and more.