Home >
Carl B. Stokes... First African-American Mayor of a large U.S. city...
Carl B. Stokes... First African-American Mayor of a large U.S. city...
Item # 707391
November 08, 1967
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, November 8, 1967
* Carl B. Stokes becomes 1st African-American mayor of a large U.S. city
* Elected mayor of Cleveland, Ohio
* Richard G. Hatcher becomes 1st African American mayor of Gary, Indiana
The front page has a four column heading: "Negroes Record Major Gains" First report coverage on the surprise victories of Carl B. Stokes in the race for mayor of Cleveland, Ohio. Richard D. Hatcher, an African-American as well, was also declared the winner in Gary, Indiana's mayoral race. It was the first time 2 African Americans won the mayoral race in cities with a population of more than 100,000.
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 38 pages, nice condition.
Category: The 20th Century
Add to Cart
