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Digital Document
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Lincoln Park Pub. Co.
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This is an issue of The Chronicle, published June 20, 1974. Articles in this issue cover topics including the St. Lucie County School Board's decision to dismiss numerous teacher aides due to federal funding cuts, budget requests from the Sheriff's Department, and community concerns regarding the Housing Authority. The newspaper also details various criminal investigations and community programs. Nationally, it addresses President Nixon's diplomatic efforts and critical issues facing the Black Press, including advertising bias and opposition to a broadcast license renewal bill. Additionally, the paper includes diverse features on topics ranging from consumer advice to recipes.
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Digital Document
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Lincoln Park Pub. Co.
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This is an issue of The Chronicle, published September, 2, 1971. Articles in this issue cover topics including racial tensions, civic accountability, and community leadership in Fort Pierce, Florida. Episcopal priest Father Richard Barry publicly challenges city commissioners to address systemic discrimination, particularly in employment and governance. Civil rights leader Charlie Frank Matthews is denied membership in the all-white Jaycees, raising allegations of racial bias. A proposed investigation into February's race-related unrest is rejected by city officials, despite community support. Other highlights include the upcoming visit of Bishop Michael Eldon, the first Black Bahamian consecrated in the Anglican Church, and local coverage of school integration, church events, and youth achievements. Editorials call for justice, equal opportunity, and city leadership reflective of its diverse population.
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Digital Document
Publisher
Lincoln Park Pub. Co.
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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.
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Digital Document
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Lincoln Park Pub. Co.
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This is an issue of The Chronicle, published August 5, 1971. Articles in this issue cover topics including Fort Pierce citizens' protests against rising fuel prices and the Jaycees' plan for trash can advertising to fund community projects. Key civil rights discussions include an editorial urging federal investigations into the Kent State and Jackson State killings, and the Democratic Party's push for more diverse representation in its 1972 convention, focusing on Black and Chicano communities. The paper also reports on Charles and Myrie Evers speaking at an AME Women's Missionary Society session, and features on education, lifestyle tips, and fashion trends.
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Digital Document
Publisher
Lincoln Park Pub. Co.
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This is an issue of The Chronicle, published July 15, 1971. Articles in this issue cover topics including significant labor, civil rights, and community developments in Fort Pierce, Florida. Key stories include a Southern Bell strike over wages, an ongoing probe into racial discrimination in municipal hiring led by Charlie Frank Matthews, and local efforts to expose unfair employment practices. Civic updates detail a deputy's dismissal for misconduct, community arts recognition, and the achievements of Walter Saulter, a local graduate earning an accounting degree. Editorials emphasize the importance of Black political engagement and critique systemic inequality in employment and governance. Social columns highlight religious events, nutrition education, and household worker advocacy. The issue reflects the challenges and activism of the African American community during the early 1970s.
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Digital Document
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Lincoln Park Pub. Co.
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This is an issue of The Chronicle, published May 13, 1971. Articles in this issue cover topics including civil rights, local governance, and community events in Fort Pierce, Florida. Key topics include the funeral of Dr. James Young, a respected physician and civic leader; the suspension hearing of Peter Cook, a sociology teacher accused of subversion during racial tensions at a local high school; and water use restrictions due to severe drought. The issue also reports on the Southern Christian Leadership Conference’s demands for racial equality in state employment and education, and outlines the efforts to secure a new community center. Editorials critique federal legal aid policies, and a variety of church news, business promotions, and social updates highlight the vibrancy of local African American life.
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Digital Document
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Lincoln Park Pub. Co.
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This is an issue of The Chronicle, published November 1, 1970. Articles in this issue cover topics including African American community advancement, youth achievement, and civil rights developments. A major feature covers the successful fundraising and support for Henry Green, a talented local football player attending a prep school in Connecticut. Other stories address racial discrimination in New York's public school supervisory exams, the importance of parental involvement in education amid growing automation, and the evolving role of Black churches in social and economic justice. Political coverage includes election outcomes for local candidates and commentary on school integration. National features spotlight Black professionals, Stevie Wonder's wedding, and initiatives to increase Black participation in banking and urban development.
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Digital Document
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Lincoln Park Pub. Co.
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This is an issue of The Chronicle, published on July 30, 1970. Articles in this issue cover topics including local civil rights activism, voter registration efforts, and community organization among African Americans. A key focus is on the Citizens United for Power (CUP), a grassroots group founded to improve socio-economic conditions and political participation in Fort Pierce’s Black neighborhoods. The paper also details ongoing segregation at Big Daddy’s Lounge, despite formal integration laws, prompting protest and advocacy from local leaders. Editorials critique insufficient federal labor integration efforts and funding disparities in historically Black colleges, particularly Florida A&M.
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Digital Document
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Lincoln Park Pub. Co.
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This is an issue of The Chronicle, published on March 14, 1968. Articles in this issue cover topics including the Delta's "Music Is A Universal Language" event and reports on the final rites for pioneer resident Mr. Simson E. Ritchie. It also covers local news from organizations like the Pioneer Club, City-County League, and NAACP. The paper includes various church news, social events, and personal mentions, alongside advertisements for local businesses such as C&C Tire Sales.