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[Clipping: 2 Groups Set Talks on Desegregation]

Description: Clipping of an article entitled, "2 Groups Set Talks On Desegregation," discussing the matters of desegregation during the meeting with the Dallas Citizens' Interracial Association and the Texas Commission on race Relations. The president of the Dallas Citizens' Interracial Association speaks about how the desegregation of schools is voluntary and not motivated by emotion. Other men, such as Dr. Edwin Rippy, Dr. Frederick Routh, and Thomas Sutherland all had a say during the meeting.
Date: [1950..1970]
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Clipping: Many Citizens To Speak On Ceremonial Program]

Description: Clipping of an article regarding a dedication event for Jerome Crossman, president of the Dallas Citizens' Interracial Association, who played a significant role in the construction of the Hamilton Park project. The formal celebration will have Mayor R.L. Thornton who is representing the city of Dallas while Fred Florence will represent the Dallas Citizens' Interracial Association. The opening of the newly developed Hamilton Park will be a historical mark for the housing shortage crisis that wa… more
Date: [1950..1970]
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Clipping: Dallas Homes Subdivision Named For Dr. R.T. Hamilton: Contracts Signed]

Description: Clipping of an article regarding the signing of two contracts signed by Jerome Crossman about the installation of new water lines and new sewer installation, respectively. Both of the contracts were commemorated to Dr. R.T. Hamilton, a physician and civil worker in Dallas. The new development was named after Dr. R.T. Hamilton due to his immense contribution to the city, and the Hamilton Park project will contribute to the improvement of the city of Dallas.
Date: [1950..1970]
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Clipping: Interracial Group Asks Annexation For Negro Area]

Description: Clipping of an article regarding the Hamilton Park Addition that is sponsored by the Dallas Citizens' Interracial Association to aid the housing crisis for Black people. The association plans to build 700 homes, a shopping village, churches, and schools, and the president of the association, Jerome Crossman, is currently negotiating contracts for construction. Crossman also states that annexation is necessary for the project due to the restrictions in the area from the Federal Housing Administr… more
Date: [1950..1970]
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Clipping: No Decline In Housing Costs Seen]

Description: Clipping of an article regarding how there is no decline to be seen in the housing costs in the newly built homes in Dallas. John M. Dickerman, the executive director of the National Association of Home Builders, stated that due to the advances in building materials, prices in housing increased, excluding lumber. Although building materials and infrastructure have advanced, the aspect that should be considered more closely is that Dallas is quickly developing metropolitan area, which will incre… more
Date: [1950..1970]
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Clipping: Leader Requests Outside Aid In Buying Land for Negro Homes]

Description: Clipping of an article regarding how the Dallas Citizens' Interracial Association will find private industries to finance the land for their housing project to aid the housing crisis for Black people. A meeting was held by various elected officials in Dallas to discuss how many homes should be constructed in order to provide living conditions rather than merely building more homes. Jerome Crossman, the president of the Dallas Citizens' Interracial Association concludes that they are several tho… more
Date: [1950..1970]
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Clipping: Group To Act Soon On Negro Problem]

Description: Clipping of an article regarding the plan to fix the housing crisis among Black families, which will be sponsored by the Dallas Citizens' Interracial Association. The president of the association, Jerome Crossman, is beginning to take the first step to officially start the project, which is to get a state charter for the association. Crossman also states that the location has not been disclosed to the public and is still under contemplation.
Date: August 9, 1950
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Clipping: Review of U.S. Business]

Description: Clipping from The Galveston News providing an update on business activities in the United States. Other articles are written, describing a proposal to move the Texas Heroes Monument, Lenin and Stalin, and updates on the Cold War. A comic strip is also printed in the top center of the page.
Date: February 12, 1950
Creator: The Galveston News
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Clipping: Highway Maps Out for 1950]

Description: Clipping describing new state highway maps being distributed in Texas. These maps include changes to principal highways and mileage tables.
Date: 1950~
Partner: Rosenberg Library
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