Negroes in Droves Celebrating August 4, Moberly, Missouri · Monday, August 04, 1913

Today, large crowds of Negroes are celebrating Emancipation Day. Every incoming train was packed, and many people arrived in carriages. This afternoon, a ball game and picnic were held at the fairgrounds. Tonight, there will be a dance. As of now, the crowd has been very orderly, and no arrests have been made.

Source Citation:

The Moberly Monitor-Index and Moberly Evening Democrat Moberly, Missouri · Monday, August 04, 1913. Newspaper made available courtesy of The State Historical Society of Missouri.

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