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This Date in African American History:
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1776
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Declaration of Independence adopted . . .
On this date in 1776, the Declaration of Independence was adopted. |
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1892
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A. G. Gaston, richest black man in America and an advocate of equality
On this date in 1892, A. |
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1812
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A special spiritual voice, John Jasper.
John Jasper, a black preacher, philosopher, and orator, was born on this date in 1812. |
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1932
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Otis Young, actor with dignity. . .
Otis Young was born on this date in 1932. |
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1830
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Louis Southworth, an Oregon pioneer!
The birth of Louis A. |
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1864
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Charles Roman, doctor and activist!
Charles Victor Roman was born on this date in 1864. |
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1883
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Lemington Elder Care, a first for African America!
On the Fourth of July 1883, Lemington Elder Care Services (LECS) began. |
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1928
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A "Spoken Word" original, Ted Joans . . .
Ted Joans was born on this date in 1928. |
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