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African American women -- New York (State) -- Buffalo

 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources

Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:

Georgia Burnette papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MS-0264
Abstract

This collection contains the family papers and professional materials of Georgia Burnette. The family papers includes materials and photographs of Burnette family reunions. The professional materials include Georgia Burnette's published articles on family reunions, health, travel, and African American veterans.

Dates: 1955-2018

Eva M. Noles papers

 Collection — Box 1-14
Identifier: MS-0125
Abstract

Scrapbooks, photographs, correspondence, awards, and publications documenting the professional career of Eva M. Noles, nurse, author, and local activist.

Dates: circa 1932-2004

Lydia T. Wright papers

 Collection — Box 1-15, 16+, 17-32
Identifier: MS-0015
Abstract

The collection contains research material on school integration including press clippings, speeches, and correspondence related to efforts to integrate the school system of Buffalo, New York as well as other civil rights issues including the 1963 March on Washington. Collection also includes personal memorabilia and family papers.

Dates: 1883-1968