"Emerson Normal Institute" by Dr. A. T. Burnell.
Illustrated essay about the Emerson Normal Institute in Mobile, Alabama, written by the principal. In it, he describes the school's history and financial needs, and he praises the students' potential and accomplishments. Dr. Burnell also discusses the challenges faced by the African Americ...
| Format: | Electronic |
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Alabama Department of Archives and History
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| Online Access: | http://cdm17217.contentdm.oclc.org/cdm/ref/collection/voices/id/13249 |
| Summary: | Illustrated essay about the Emerson Normal Institute in Mobile, Alabama, written by the principal. In it, he describes the school's history and financial needs, and he praises the students' potential and accomplishments. Dr. Burnell also discusses the challenges faced by the African American community, challenging negative stereotypes and advocating increased support for their education. The Emerson Normal Institute was operated under the auspices of the American Missionary Association. |
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