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[Art Forum Record Book, 1950]

Description: Record book highlighting the activities of American Art Week in communities throughout Texas, with an emphasis on Abilene, in 1950. Includes newspaper clippings, photographs, and memorabilia documenting statewide activities promoted by different clubs.
Date: 1950
Creator: Carpenter, Allie Mae
Item Type: Refine your search to only Book
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Clipping: Ceremony Dedicates Home Area]

Description: Clipping of an article regarding the dedication ceremony of the new development of the Hamilton Park subdivision, a predominantly Black area. The article discusses the progress of the construction of the 600-700 homes in the 173-acre area. Prominent people, such as Jerome Crossman and other elected officials greet the audience and speak about the progress and prediction of when residents will be able to move into the new homes.
Date: [1950..1970]
Item Type: Refine your search to only Clipping
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]
Item Type: Refine your search to only Clipping
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Clipping: Dr. Rippy Opposes Haste to Integrate]

Description: Clipping of an article by Robert Miller, entitled, "Dr, Rippy Opposes Haste to Integrate." Miller writes about the meeting that was sponsored by the Texas Commission on Race Relations and the Dallas Citizens' Interracial Association about the integration in school systems. Dr. Edwin Rippy opposes integration and voices his personal opinions on how he is against the integration of schools during this time and believes that an objective view should be portrayed for this situation.
Date: [1950..1970]
Creator: Miller, Robert
Item Type: Refine your search to only Clipping
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Clipping: Home Project Nears Completion]

Description: Clipping of an article regarding the latest report from the Dallas Citizens' Interracial Association's housing project. The association is making quick and steady progress on building the 700 homes in the 172-acre area, and the president of the association, Jerome Crossman, is organizing to contract with the city for improved utilities for the subdivision. The housing project will not only help one area but also aid the housing crisis in other Black communities in Dallas as well.
Date: [1950..1970]
Item Type: Refine your search to only Clipping
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Clipping: Housing Group Deserves Praise]

Description: Clipping of an article regarding the thanks toward the Dallas Citizens' Interracial Association and their efforts. Due to their efforts, they aided the housing shortage in Hamilton Park, a predominantly Black area. Although their project is successful, citizens of Dallas are hoping that the project can be completed quickly due to the steady efforts, and the president of the association, Jerome Crossman, has received a lot of credit due to his devotion.
Date: [1950..1970]
Item Type: Refine your search to only Clipping
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]
Item Type: Refine your search to only Clipping
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]
Item Type: Refine your search to only Clipping
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]
Item Type: Refine your search to only Clipping
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Clipping: Negro Land Plan Favored]

Description: Clipping of an article written by Dennis Hoover regarding Jerome Crossman's plan to fix the housing crisis for Black people. A meeting was held for the plan, which displayed great support from other elected officials from Dallas, as they are all aware that many Black families do not have adequate housing. Director Arthur Kramer Jr. and Chamber Director John Higginbotham both believe that the only solution to aid the housing shortage in Black areas is to build more homes.
Date: [1950..1970]
Creator: Hoover, Dennis
Item Type: Refine your search to only Clipping
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Clipping: Subdivision Site Obtained For Negroes]

Description: Clipping of an article regarding the Dallas Citizens' Interracial Association's plans to build 700 homes for middle-class Black families in a 173-acre area that is dealing with a housing shortage. During the progress of the construction, the president of the association, Jerome Crossman, chooses not to disclose the location until completion. The operating budget is $10,000 from the association board of directors and construction is planned to be completed within several months.
Date: [1950..1970]
Item Type: Refine your search to only Clipping
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

The Corral, Spring 1950

Description: The Corral literary magazine of Hardin-Simmons University includes editorials and notes regarding societies and happenings within the school as well as original creative fiction, poetry, non-fiction, drawings, and jokes.
Date: 1950
Creator: Hardin-Simmons University
Item Type: Refine your search to only Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

The Corral, Summer 1950

Description: The Corral literary journal of Hardin-Simmons University includes editorials and notes regarding societies and happenings within the school as well as original creative fiction, poetry, non-fiction, drawings, and jokes.
Date: 1950
Creator: Hardin-Simmons University
Item Type: Refine your search to only Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library
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