De Priest, Oscar
Dates
- Existence: 1871 - 1951
Found in 4 Collections and/or Records:
Flier for an Appearance of Congressman Oscar De Priest Presented by Rockbridge Walker Federation of Colored Women's Club, 1931
This file consists of fliers advertising an appearance of Congressman Oscar De Priest, who was the 'first and only member of colored race to be elected to Congress of the U. S. in 28 years.' The appearance was presented by the Rockbridge Walker Federation of Colored Women's Club. Eliza Walker was the president of the club. Also included is biographical information about Oscar De Priest.
Photograph of Oscar De Priest
This file consists of a photograph of Oscar de Priest. No date.
Photograph of the Walker-Wood Family, 1920 - 1930
This file contains a photo of the Walker-Wood family. Depicted in the front row from left to right are Harry Walker Wood, Marrie, Clarence Jr., Bettie Jo, Alex, and Nannie. Harry Walker is behind Nannie. DePriest is in the back row with white hair. Clarence M. is in the back row on the left. CMamie Jones is behind Harry Walker Wood.
Social Life - Miscellaneous Items
This file consists of items pertaining to the Walker-Wood family's social life. It includes copies of the Oscar De Priest program (original in Box 1) and copies of photographs. One of the photographic copies is of the Rose Inn.
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