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Author: aviweiser

Peter S. Blackwell

Posted on October 8, 2020 by aviweiser

My Contribution: As a man of words, I used my printing press and voice to elevate the status and quality of life for African Americans. I jointly published a newspaper, organized Black voters, and served on the borough council of Steelton. I pushed for more home and business ownership by African Americans, and I organized … Continue reading Peter S. Blackwell

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