November 1, 1955
Describes that Trenholm High School planned to have a program to discuss the Goodwyn Amendment, which was intended to increase taxes in order to support public education,and the recreational facilities provided for Black children in the area
November 13, 1955
Describes that a rally in support of the Goodwyn Amendment was to be held at Sterling High School by the Sterling Teachers’ Association
October 30, 1950
Explains that South Carolinians would be voting on eliminating the poll tax,highlights that repealing poll taxes was a goal of Truman’s Civil Rights program, and provides perspective on the supposed history of the poll tax
October 2, 1952
Describes that the Alabama Farm Bureau Federation voted to provide separate but equal schools and examines how taxes needed to be implemented in order for farmers not to bear the brunt of the cost.
August 2, 1956
Advises citizens in the area to vote “yes” on an amendment to maintain segregation in public schools and “no” on an amendment that would increase taxes.
November 1, 1955
Describes that Trenholm High School planned to have a program to discuss the Goodwyn Amendment, which was intended to increase taxes in order to support public education and the recreational facilities provided for Black children in the area.