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Rebel Underground (V.1 N.3), University Of Mississippi. Rebel Underground
Rebel Underground (V.1 N.3), University Of Mississippi. Rebel Underground
Integration newspapers and newsletters
The Rebel Underground stressed racial segregation and states' rights. The anonymously, irregularly published paper typically attacked James Meredith, Russell Barrett, James Silver, the federal government, Civil Rights groups, Communism and the Daily Mississippian. (The Rebel Underground contains racial slurs and ideas that reflect the views of some Mississippians during the Civil Rights movement. It is hoped that the Rebel Underground can be used to understand 1960s race relations and the context in which James Meredith enrolled at the University of Mississippi. The University of Mississippi does not condone the content of the Rebel Underground.)
Rebel Underground (V.1 N.3), University Of Mississippi. Rebel Underground
Rebel Underground (V.1 N.3), University Of Mississippi. Rebel Underground
Integration newspapers and newsletters
The Rebel Underground stressed racial segregation and states' rights. The anonymously, irregularly published paper typically attacked James Meredith, Russell Barrett, James Silver, the federal government, Civil Rights groups, Communism and the Daily Mississippian. (The Rebel Underground contains racial slurs and ideas that reflect the views of some Mississippians during the Civil Rights movement. It is hoped that the Rebel Underground can be used to understand 1960s race relations and the context in which James Meredith enrolled at the University of Mississippi. The University of Mississippi does not condone the content of the Rebel Underground.)
The Mississippian, 2 October 1962, Mississippian
The Mississippian, 2 October 1962, Mississippian
Integration newspapers and newsletters
No abstract provided.
Rebel Underground (V.1 N.1), University Of Mississippi. Rebel Underground
Rebel Underground (V.1 N.1), University Of Mississippi. Rebel Underground
Integration newspapers and newsletters
The Rebel Underground stressed racial segregation and states' rights. The anonymously, irregularly published paper typically attacked James Meredith, Russell Barrett, James Silver, the federal government, Civil Rights groups, Communism and the Daily Mississippian. (The Rebel Underground contains racial slurs and ideas that reflect the views of some Mississippians during the Civil Rights movement. It is hoped that the Rebel Underground can be used to understand 1960s race relations and the context in which James Meredith enrolled at the University of Mississippi. The University of Mississippi does not condone the content of the Rebel Underground.)
The Mississippian, 1 October 1962, Mississippian
The Mississippian, 1 October 1962, Mississippian
Integration newspapers and newsletters
No abstract provided.
Rebel Underground (V.1 N.2), University Of Mississippi. Rebel Underground
Rebel Underground (V.1 N.2), University Of Mississippi. Rebel Underground
Integration newspapers and newsletters
The Rebel Underground stressed racial segregation and states' rights. The anonymously, irregularly published paper typically attacked James Meredith, Russell Barrett, James Silver, the federal government, Civil Rights groups, Communism and the Daily Mississippian. (The Rebel Underground contains racial slurs and ideas that reflect the views of some Mississippians during the Civil Rights movement. It is hoped that the Rebel Underground can be used to understand 1960s race relations and the context in which James Meredith enrolled at the University of Mississippi. The University of Mississippi does not condone the content of the Rebel Underground.)
Tuttle To City Desk, 30 September 1962, Author Unknown
Tuttle To City Desk, 30 September 1962, Author Unknown
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Article focuses on Mississippi lawyer Phil Stone and his opinions on federal attempts at integration and racial differences. Tuttle notes he has to change lodgings due to state troopers taking it over.
William R. Clabby To Jim Soderlind, 30 September 1962, William R. Clabby
William R. Clabby To Jim Soderlind, 30 September 1962, William R. Clabby
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Article discusses the University of Mississippi, its importance to the state, and the threat to its accreditation.
Ivor Davis To Daily Sketch, London, 30 September 1962, Ivor Davis
Ivor Davis To Daily Sketch, London, 30 September 1962, Ivor Davis
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Davis reports on the day's atmosphere and anticipates upcoming developments in James Meredith's attempted enrollment.
Hoke Norris To Sun-Times, 30 September 1962, Hoke Norris
Hoke Norris To Sun-Times, 30 September 1962, Hoke Norris
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Article details the events of the Sunday before an anticipated "final showdon." It focuses on Rev. Wayne Coleman.
Richard Starnes To Scripps-Howard Newspaper Alliance, 30 September 1962, Richard Starnes
Richard Starnes To Scripps-Howard Newspaper Alliance, 30 September 1962, Richard Starnes
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Article focuses on the anticipation of violence in Oxford and the presence of Edwin A. Walker.
Annotated Article By James Kingsley To The Commercial Appeal, 30 September 1962, James Kingsley
Annotated Article By James Kingsley To The Commercial Appeal, 30 September 1962, James Kingsley
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Article discusses Sunday's events and focuses on church attendance.
Annotated Article By D. M. To Parker, Time Inc., 30 September 1962, Dudley Morris
Annotated Article By D. M. To Parker, Time Inc., 30 September 1962, Dudley Morris
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Week three of desegregation at the University of Mississippi. The students are curious about what is going on, but the tension has mostly subsided.
Annotated Article By John D. Harris To Record-American, Times-Union, Examiner, And Post-Intelligencer, 30 September 1962, John D. Harris
Annotated Article By John D. Harris To Record-American, Times-Union, Examiner, And Post-Intelligencer, 30 September 1962, John D. Harris
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Article details the arrival of federal marshals, "Uncle Sam," in Oxford.
Unknown To Globe And Mail, 30 September 1962, Author Unknown
Unknown To Globe And Mail, 30 September 1962, Author Unknown
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Includes student opinions on James Meredith's admittance and federal participation.
Annotated Article By Edward P. Moore Jr. To The Commercial Appeal, 30 September 1962, Edward P. Moore Jr.
Annotated Article By Edward P. Moore Jr. To The Commercial Appeal, 30 September 1962, Edward P. Moore Jr.
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Army personnel begin arriving in Oxford to prepare to perform specific functions to facilitate the federal marshals's efforts to guard James Meredith.
Annotated Article "The Governor's Prepared Statement" To Shreveport Times, 30 September 1962, Author Unknown
Annotated Article "The Governor's Prepared Statement" To Shreveport Times, 30 September 1962, Author Unknown
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Article discusses Barnett's stated intention to keep the university open and the arrival of more military forces, police, and vigilante groups.
Annotated Article By Gene Sherman To Los Angeles Times, 30 September 1962, Gene Sherman
Annotated Article By Gene Sherman To Los Angeles Times, 30 September 1962, Gene Sherman
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Article explores the atmosphere in Oxford and includes quotes from a black man working on campus.
Annotated Article By Jack Roach To Charleston News And Courier, 30 September 1962, Jack Roach
Annotated Article By Jack Roach To Charleston News And Courier, 30 September 1962, Jack Roach
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Article discusses the arrival of federal marshals and their accomodations.
Annotated Article By Anthony Harrigan To Charleston News And Courier, 30 September 1962, Anthony Harrigan
Annotated Article By Anthony Harrigan To Charleston News And Courier, 30 September 1962, Anthony Harrigan
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Article details the arrival of federal marshals on the University of Mississippi campus
Annotated Article By Cruttenden To San Francisco Examiner, 30 September 1962, Charles Cruttenden
Annotated Article By Cruttenden To San Francisco Examiner, 30 September 1962, Charles Cruttenden
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Article looks at the attitudes of Oxford, Mississippi residents to the arrival of federal marshals.
Annotated Article By Anthony Harrigan To Charleston News And Courier, 30 September 1962, Anthony Harrigan
Annotated Article By Anthony Harrigan To Charleston News And Courier, 30 September 1962, Anthony Harrigan
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Article details the firing of "gas shels" by federal marshals on the University of Mississippi campus
Annotated Article By Gene Sherman To Los Angeles Times, 30 September 1962, Gene Sherman
Annotated Article By Gene Sherman To Los Angeles Times, 30 September 1962, Gene Sherman
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Article details the violent events of that night.
Annotated Article "Oxford Exbulbeck Sheffield" To Press Reuters, 30 September 1962, Author Unknown
Annotated Article "Oxford Exbulbeck Sheffield" To Press Reuters, 30 September 1962, Author Unknown
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Article profiles Mr. Peter Foulkes, a British lecturer of German literature at the University of Mississippi in 1962.
Annotated Article By Cruttenden To San Francisco Examiner, 30 September 1962, Charles Cruttenden
Annotated Article By Cruttenden To San Francisco Examiner, 30 September 1962, Charles Cruttenden
Telegrams to Media Outlets
The reporter recounts how he "rented" a student's identification card for the day so he could access the barricaded campus at the University of Mississippi.
Annotated Article By Walter Wallich To Newscasts London, 30 September 1962, Walter Wallich
Annotated Article By Walter Wallich To Newscasts London, 30 September 1962, Walter Wallich
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Wallich discusses the day's events leading to that night's rioting and emphasizes the presence of outsiders.
Annotated Article By Coffey To Chicago Daily News, 30 September 1962, Raymond R. Coffey
Annotated Article By Coffey To Chicago Daily News, 30 September 1962, Raymond R. Coffey
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Telegram notes that all phone lines are busy and that telegrams are the only possible way to communicate out of town. Details the mob of 2,500 people and how the situation on campus became a riot.
George Bartsch To The Associated Press, 30 September 1962, George Bartsch
George Bartsch To The Associated Press, 30 September 1962, George Bartsch
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Bartsch reports on a wounded federal marshal and the use of tear gas.
Annotated Article By Starnes To Scripps-Howard Newspaper Alliance, 30 September 1962, Richard Starnes
Annotated Article By Starnes To Scripps-Howard Newspaper Alliance, 30 September 1962, Richard Starnes
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Article details the events of the rioting, especially the use of tear gas, and mentions the death of a reporter.
Annotated Article By Robert Nelson To The Christian Science Monitor, 30 September 1962, Robert Colby Nelson
Annotated Article By Robert Nelson To The Christian Science Monitor, 30 September 1962, Robert Colby Nelson
Telegrams to Media Outlets
Article details the events of the rioting on campus that night.