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H. T. Lockard papers

 Collection
Identifier: 2419

Content Description

The papers of H.T. Lockard document his service as a lawyer and judge, President of the Memphis Branch of the NAACP, and as administrative assistant to Tennessee Governor Buford Ellington. The collection consists of a single letter, photographs of Lockard in his capacities with the NAACP and Tennessee Governor's office, biographical information, proclamations and certificates, a program and newsletter from the Judicial Council of the National Bar Association, and news clippings. The majority of the clippings focus on the trial of Frances Ballard, a teacher in Memphis at the Georgian Hills Early Childcare Center, who was charged with sexual abuse involving preschoolers. Judge Lockard presided over the trial.

Dates

  • Other: 1966-1997

Creator

Extent

3.00 folders

Language of Materials

English

Title
H. T. Lockard papers
Status
Completed
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Language of description note
English

Repository Details

Part of the Amistad Research Center Repository

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