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<a href="/taxonomy/term/1" hreflang="en">Text</a> Newspapers This is an issue of The Chronicle, published August 26, 1971. Articles in this issue cover topics including community activism, civil rights discourse, and cultural pride in Fort Pierce. A central focus is Charlie Frank Matthews’ confrontation with city officials over discriminatory utility billing and hiring practices, drawing a large and vocal public response. The edition also honors the legacy of W.A. Palmer, a major Black civic leader and entrepreneur. Other key stories include educational updates at Lincoln Park Community School, the establishment of Nairobi College for minority students in California, and nationwide labor and civil rights actions such as a bus strike in Pittsburgh and union protests in Chicago. Local church activities, obituaries, and social updates round out the edition, reflecting a vibrant and engaged African American community. English eng Lincoln Park Pub. Co. 1971-08-26

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