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This Date in African American History:
1781
Episode
  The Pico House, a California landmark!
The construction of the Pico House in 1870 is celebrated on this date.
1862
Abolitionist
  John Brown, abolitionist who sacrificed his life. .
This date marks the birth of John Brown in 1800.
1897
Theatre/the Arts
  Rudolph Fisher, Renaissance man. .
Rudolph Fisher was born in Washington, DC on this date in 1897.
1920
Science/Business/ Medicine
  A supporter of equity, Edward H. Jones. .
Edward H.
1901
Sports/Outdoors
  "Turkey" Stearnes, Icon of the Negro Leagues!
Norman (“Turkey”) Stearnes was born on this date in Nashville, TN, in 1901.
1899
Science/Business/ Medicine
  Lawn Mower invented!
On this date 1899, John Albert Burr invented one of the first rotary-blade lawn mowers.
1939
Sports/Outdoors
  Ralph Boston, athlete and much more!
Ralph Harold Boston was born on this date in 1939 in Laurel MS.

Today's Poetry or Lyrics:

Freedom   PRAYER: MT. HOOD AND ENVIRONS by Michael S. Harper.
The windows of America are faceless, incestuous ...

 

 

 

    

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