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[Portrait of Willie R. Scott, Marshall Educator]
Mrs. Willie R. Scott, who is sitting, wearing a dark-colored dress, and visible from the chest up.
[African-American Man in Harrison County]
An unidentified African-American man in Harrison County.
[Ward Chapel AME Church, Marshall]
Ward Chapel AME Church is located at 501 S. Allen St. in Marshall. The address makes the church part of the "New Town Neighborhood" which has been a unique African-American community within the city. New Town has been the residence of many prominent individuals. It includes Wiley College, other schools, businesses, and churches as well as residences. In recent years a task force has presented a Historic Preservation Action Plan to the Texas Historical Commission as a first step in achieving recognition and preservation of this community.
[College Faculty, Marshall]
This page came from a yearbook, either Bishop College or Wiley College in Marshall. The words designate that photos are of college faculty. The teachers and the name "Haggard" are unidentified.
[Librarian Makes Presentation]
Librarian Dorothy Morrison makes a presentation to two library supporters at a library function. Mrs. Morrison was library director of Marshall Public Library from 1970-1984.
[James Chapel, Harrison County]
James Chapel in Harrison County has traditional African-American roots. It is located at 4233 Marshall Leigh Road (CR 2200) a short distance northeast of the city limits.
[Bethesda Baptist Church, Marshall]
An old photograph, date unknown but likely prior to 1897, depicts Bethesda Baptist Church of Marshall. Originally known as "Colored Baptist Church," the members renamed it about 1887 and then added the word "Missionary" during the 1980's to make the official name "Bethesda Missionary Baptist Church." Bethesda is one of the oldest African-American congregations in Harrison County, being founded in 1867 by 450 souls led by Rev. William Massey with the assistance of Rev. A. E. Clemmons, the pastor of the white First Baptist Church. The members met in Rev. Massey's home at 601 Massey St. until the construction of this one-story wooden structure, probably between 1867 and 1875. The plan included a veranda leading to the vestibule, three aisles, and colored glass in the arched Gothic windows. There was an organ, the first in Marshall, and a belfry. Outside facilities included a baptistry and a well. During 1897-1901, this structure was razed and replaced by a larger brick structure of Gothic style which later burned and was itself replaced. However the front facade of the wooden structure was incorporated into the new buildings as a link with the past. The site at 801 W. Grand (Hwy 80) has been owned continuously by this congregation since the deed was acquired in 1867. It is now listed on the "Buard History Trail" as a site significant to Marshall's African-American heritage.
[Old Harrison County Courthouse]
This building is the old Harrison County Courthouse, the fourth one to serve as the seat of county government and the centerpiece of Marshall. Designed by architect J. Riely Gordon, it was erected in 1900. It has a cruciform plan with an embellished rotunda. Exterior embellishments include pedimented porticoes, pilasters with capitals, and a dramatic dome with eagles and a statue of Lady Justice. In 1926, an addition was constructed. A 21st century renovation has restored the building to its 1926 condition. It will continue its existence as the seat of county government and a museum.
[Joseph House in Marshall]
The home of Mack C. and Frankie Joseph was located at 1403 Grafton St. in Marshall. Joseph began a floral business in the home about 1949. By 1951 he had moved the business next door to number 1405. The city directory of 1966 lists only Frankie Joseph as the resident of the home, while 1405 is still the floral shop. The 1968 directory has a new resident; and number 1405 is vacant. In the 2000 directory, neither address is listed; but a street has been cut through. These buildings were located within the "New Town Neighborhood," which is a historic area of African-American homes, businesses, professional offices, hospital, and schools that were established around Wiley College. Although overlaid with faux masonry siding at the time of the picture (1967-1975), this house shows its architectural origins in the roof design, porch with columns, and exposed rafters.
[African-American Church, Harrison County]
A historic African-American church in Harrison County. An unidentified man stands in the foreground.
[Cottage in New Town Neighborhood, Marshall, Texas]
The New Town neighborhood in Marshall, Texas was a self-sufficient African-American community containing schools, stores, churches, a college, and many bungalows and cottages. This cottage is typical of the neighborhood. New Town has been selected as a model for preservation under Marshall's Historic Preservation Action Plan.
[New Harrison County Courthouse]
The new Harrison County courthouse, built in 1964, is on the west side of the downtown square. On the far right of the image is the registered Arnot House.
[African-Americans in Harrison County]
Photograph of three unidentified African-Americans, who contributed to a local history project, posing for the camera in their home.
[Old Tombstone]
An old tombstone in a Harrison County cemetery, unidentified, has the following inscription: "E. B. --------- Born January 7, 1831 Deceased May 5, 1858" The stone lies where it fell amid the vegetation.
[African-American Woman in Harrison County]
An unidentified African-American woman of Harrison County wears the hairstyle and clothing of the late nineteenth or early twentieth century.
[Early Grave in Harrison County]
An old tombstone in Harrison County is engraved "Mother Bessie." A cherub's head with wings adorns the stone. The cemetery is unidentified.
[African-American Man in Harrison County]
An unidentified African-American man in Harrison County.
[African-American Woman in Harrison County]
An unidentified African-American woman in Harrison County history.
[Photograph of Price T. Young]
Photograph of Price T. Young, who i sitting, wearing a dark-colored suit, and visible from the chest up.
[Anderson Home, Marshall]
A small sign in front announces that this residence is occupied by "The Anderson's" in Marshall. The house is a two-story brick with a two-story columned portico in front. A classic door design has a small iron balcony above.
[Business in Marshall]
The Record Hut is the sign on this business in Marshall. The address is 512 1/2 S. Carter St. The location is within the New Town Neighborhood, which is a historic African-American community in west Marshall. The building is a small flat-roofed concrete block structure with grilles over the doors and an ice machine outside. The sign also has the words, "Tapes" and "Head Shop." A name on the sign is almost obscured by glare, but appears to be "Jewlery".
[House in Marshall]
This house in Marshal is located on a triangular lot where S. Grove St., University Ave., and Bomar St. intersect. It faces S. Grove St. It has a one-story side-gable wing with stone trim and large windows connected to a two-story, wood-sided, gabled wing turned perpendicular to the other.
[Portrait of Van and Myrtle McClellan]
Photograph of Van and Myrtle McClellan, who are sitting at a table. Van is wearing a white shirt, and Myrtle is wearing a blue dress. There is a candle in the middle of their table.
[Rev. J. H. Hudson, Marshall Religious Leader]
Rev. J. H. Hudson was a nineteen-century Baptist leader in Marshall. Born in Alabama in 1839, he came to Texas as a slave in 1848, and was reared on a farm near Scottsville (near Marshall). He never attended school, but was taught his letters and nurtured in his faith by other pastors. He was ordained in 1881. During his career he pastored St. Paul, Bethesda, Pine Bluff, Galilee, James Chapel and Gainesville Baptist churches. He was elected to the Texas legislature, but did not take his seat. He was active in the Texas and Louisiana Baptist Association.
[A Man Standing in Potters Creek Cemetery]
Photograph of a man standing in Potters Creek Cemetery. He is standing just inside the gates, and there is a car next to him. The big sign in the foreground reads "Potters Creek Cemetery."
[Miles Memorial CME Church, Marshall]
Miles Memorial CME Church in Marshall is the oldest CME congregation in Texas. It is located at 704 Francis St. in the New Town Neighborhood, a historic area in west Marshall significant to the African-American community.
[African-American Man in Harrison County]
Photograph of an unidentified African-American man in Harrison County.
[African-American Man in Harrison County]
An unidentified African-American man in Harrison County is dressed in a very old style. The photograph may be one hundred years old.
[West End Pentecostal Church in Marshall]
West End Pentecostal Church in Marshall is located at 506 West End Blvd. The congregation has traditional African-American roots. Its history is unknown.
[African-American Man in Harrison County]
An unidentified African-American man of Harrison County wears clothing and a mustache style of the turn of the nineteenth century.
[Church in Harrison County]
A church in Harrison County has traditonally African-American roots. Its name, location, and history are unknown.
[Marshall Grave in Harrison County]
Grave of a man and woman named Marshall in a Harrison County cemetery, unidentified. The words "Mother" and "Father" are visible. The father's name is Tom M. The mother's name is Dennie or Gennie. Other words and dates are illegible.
[Cemetery in Harrison County]
A cemetery in Harrison County has traditionally African-American use.
[A Man and a Woman Sitting for a Oral History Interview]
Photograph of Marshall Public Library Director Mrs. Dorothy Morrison interviewing an unidentified African-American man for an oral history project. Morrison is wearing a blue dress, and the man is wearing black clothing.
[Pine Bluff Baptist Church in Harrison County]
Pine Bluff Baptist Church is located on Pine Bluff Rd. (CR 2115) northeast of Marshall in Harrison County. The congregation is a traditionally African-American one. The history is unknown.
[Business in Marshall]
The "End Zone" was a business in Marshall, location unknown. It was a small one-story building that stood alone on the lot. It had two entrance doors and large windows. On a boarded window are the words, "Private for Members Only Guests Welcome." A picture is attached to another boarded window.
[Three African-American Citizens]
Three unidentified African-American citizens pose in a room. One senior man is accompanied by two senior women. The room's location is also unknown. An exterior door is at left. Art objects on wall and shelf decoratethe room, which has stains on the wall and ceiling.
[Continental Trailways in Marshall]
The bus station at 201 S. Bolivar St. near downtown Marshall was once owned by the Continental Trailways Bus Company. It is now owned by Greyhound Lines Inc.
[Marshall Business]
A business in Marshall is unidentified. It is a white-painted brick building that stands along on its lot. Furnishings are visble through the large front window. To the right another business is set back from the street. The words "Glenn Stauts H..." appear above an awning on the facade.
[Reception at Marshall Public Library]
The public attends a reception at Marshall Public Library. The event, date, and persons in the photograph are unidentified.
[Rambo Funeral Home in Marshall]
Rambo Funeral Home in Marshall has been serving the African-American community for decades. It is located at 622 S. Carter St., an address which places it in the "New Town Neighborhood" of west Marshall. New Town is a cluster of residences, businesses, professional offices, schools, and churches which developed by 1930 around Wiley College. It is currently of interest as a historical area to be preserved for local African-American history.
[Watching a Building Burn, Harrison County]
Flames and smoke appear to be coming from this building in Harrison County. A group of persons, including a woman and five men, are watching.
[Grave of Lee Annie Brown, Marshall]
The grave of Lee Annie Brown is located in Nichols (Old Sudduth) Cemetery on Merrill St. in Marshall. It a traditionally African-American site. The dates 1863-1935 are engraved on the stone, which is applied to the slab. Above the stone is a decoration.
[Portrait of Huey P. May]
Portrait of Huey P. May, who is sitting, wearing a dark-colored suit, and visible from the chest up.
[Marshall University, Marshall]
Marshall University was one of Marshall's earliest schools. It was authorized by Sam Houston in 1842. In 1843 Peter Whetstone, founder of Marshall, gave ten acres of land for educational purposes. The plot is located on the corner of W. Houston and College St., where Marshall Junior High School stands today. The building shown in the picture was contracted in 1851. It served the community until 1910, when it closed its doors. The school was never a true university. It served educational needs of more youthful boys and girls. A historical marker on the campus recognizes the school's history and contributions.
[Zion Hill Baptist Church in Marshall]
Zion Hill Baptist Church is located on Hynson Springs Rd. in the western area of Marshall. Organized in 1893, it is a traditionally African-American Baptist congregation.
[Residential Street in Marshall]
A residential street in Marshall.
[Cemetery in Harrison County]
An unidentified cemetery in Harrison County has old stones and newer ones. The site is traditonally African-American. Houses can be seen in the distance at left. The site has mature trees.
[African-American Man in Harrison County]
An unidentified African-American man of Harrison County, wearing clothing of the early twentieth century.
[Center Hill FWB Church in Harrison County]
Center Free Will Baptist Church is located on Center Hill Rd. (CR 4210) in the community of Nesbitt in Harrison County. The congregation has traditionally African-American roots. It was organized in 1887 in the center of a hill, hence the name. After the first church burned, Center Hill moved nearby. The present white frame structure was built in 1956.
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