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    Notable People of Color - St. Francisville, Louisiana
    Notable People of Color - St. Francisville, Louisiana
    Notable People of Color - St. Francisville, Louisiana
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    Notable People of Color - St. Francisville, Louisiana

    By Dr. Henry L. Hardy

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    If my story is not told, the history of Notable People of Color will forever be excluded in the history of St. Francisville, La. My presentation may be offensive to some; however, I have chosen to present what has been left out of the many books written by local authors and historians to include the contributions, perspectives, and historical facts regarding Notable People of Color in St. Francisville. It is my intention to share this wealth of information for the sake of inclusion for future generations to follow.
    During my youth in St. Francisville, People of Color experienced racism at its highest. This book is an attempt to tell the story that although People of Color experienced racism and an educational system of separate and unequal; this did not deter us from moving forward. It was with our dedication to pursue higher education that we, People of Color, moved forward to create excellence both within and beyond the small town of St. Francisville.
    It is my hope that those who read “Notable People of Color - St. Francisville, La” will understand that my journey was typical of many of my classmates. We were resilient throughout our experiences, and we remained steadfast while enjoying wholesome and rewarding outcomes. Our family and spiritual training received will forever be with us.
    May Notable People of Color and their contributions forever be included in the history of St. Francisville, and West Feliciana Parish.
    —Dr. Henry Hardy
    Author of Notable People of Color - St. Francisville, Louisiana
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherAuthorHouse
    Release dateMay 2, 2023
    ISBN9781665571753
    Notable People of Color - St. Francisville, Louisiana
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    Dr. Henry L. Hardy

    Dr. Henry L. Hardy received a B. S. Degree in Mathematics from Southern University A& M College in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, a master’s degree in Mathematics from Central Connecticut State University, an advanced degree from the University of Hartford, Connecticut in Mathematics and Administration/ Supervision, and a Doctorate in Mathematics from Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hardy taught mathematics at Capital Junior High School in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Weaver High School in Hartford, Connecticut. For twenty-three years, Dr. Hardy taught at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania in addition to serving in several capacities including Professor of Mathematics, Chairperson of the Mathematics and Computer Science Department, Dean of the College of Science and Vice President for Academic Affairs. From 1979 through 2001, Dr. Hardy received grants from the National Science Foundation, The William Penn Foundation, Minority Science Improvement Program, United States Department of Education, Pennsylvania Education Department, the United States Department of Energy and in May 2001 a $2.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation for a “Program for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Computer Technology.” Dr. Hardy received many awards for both academic and community service including: the President’s Award for Academic Excellence from Cheyney University, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Distinguished Faculty Award, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Certificate for Exceptional Academic Service, the Marcus Foster Award for Outstanding Educators presented by Educators Roundtable, Inc., and Who’s Who among American Teachers and Educators for 2006-2007. After retiring from Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Hardy moved from Pennsylvania to New Orleans, Louisiana in 1994. For 13 years he was employed at Southern University at New Orleans, where he was a tenured Professor of Mathematics, Director for “Program for Excellence, Mathematics, and Computer Technology” and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs. He was also a Commissioner for the South-Central Planning and Development Commission, a member of Tulane Baptist Church in New Orleans, La, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees for St. Michael Baptist Church in Laplace, La.

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      Notable People of Color - St. Francisville, Louisiana - Dr. Henry L. Hardy

      © 2023 Dr. Henry L. Hardy. All rights reserved.

      No part of this book may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted by any means without the written permission of the author.

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      Because of the dynamic nature of the Internet, any web addresses or links contained in this book may have changed since publication and may no longer be valid. The views expressed in this work are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the publisher, and the publisher hereby disclaims any responsibility for them.

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      ISBN: 978-1-6655-7174-6 (sc)

      ISBN: 978-1-6655-7175-3 (e)

      Library of Congress Control Number: 2022917762

      Published by AuthorHouse 07/10/2023

      A special thank you to the following:

      Adelman Images, LP and the Adelman Estate for permission granted -West Feliciana Parish, circa 1963. Credits to Birth of a Voter by Bob Adelman - CORE pamphlet reprint of Ebony Magazine Article.

      A special thank you to Stephen Watt of the Adelman Estate.

      Permission granted to reprint the following excerpts: Benjamin E. Mays and Dr. Carter G. Woodson.

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      This book is

      dedicated to our great-granddaughter

      ~Khenzie Alani Magee

      Foreword

      I would like to first and foremost offer my gratitude to the late Dr. Henry L. Hardy. As trusted editor and researcher for the book: Notable People of Color – St. Francisville, Louisiana, I am thrilled to have received the opportunity to assist Dr. Hardy as he shares his contribution with the public.

      It was through an uncanny referral that I received Dr. Hardy’s manuscript. Imagine two young boys growing up together in a small town. Those two boys were my dad (the late Willie B. Scottie Scott, Jr.), and Dr. Hardy. Each evolving step these once young boys made toward their manhood was done with a tremendous amount of heart, dignity, and grace. I honor their journey.

      Notable People of Color – St. Francisville, Louisiana has a place in history. Dr. Hardy’s awareness of the need to share with the world, a true story of the time when ordinary People of Color transitioned to extraordinary in our society. Due to their tenacity to persevere with excellence, it was their work which set up generations yet to be seen, to be afforded what Dr. Hardy’s generation was not. I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank the portrayed twelve Notable People of Color listed in his book, present and no longer in sight, for their work. I am proud to say that it is because of their accomplishments that I am only one generation removed from what was once impossible. And it is now, for our own children, everything is possible.

      As many small towns are often overlooked for several reasons, St. Francisville is no exception. One reason is that we are far from cosmopolitan. However, it my opinion that I recognize small southern towns have always been the fundamental foundation which has historically set up multitudes of generations to flourish from those very fertile roots. Notable People of Color – St. Francisville, Louisiana now has a seat at the table, along with other published works of the histories of other People of Color everywhere. Everyone has a story, and may all stories, whether oral or written, have a place in history.

      And so, I ask all who read Notable People of Color – St. Francisville, Louisiana to open their hearts with gratitude to all of the ancestors who came before them, whether you are a Person of Color, or not, as we all came from others who paved the way.

      An important acknowledgement to my team who assisted me along the way: Debbie Halprin, my trusted editor and friend who has always been the other side of reason and is always right. Thank you to Leah V. Bennett, professional editor, and longtime best friend for always being accessible. To Melanie Lear of Authorhouse for your grace, Stacie L. V. Davis of St. Francisville, La., for your valuable contribution and support for this project, and Mr. Vincent Smith of St. Francisville, La. for blessing me during my final push.

      To my gifted and talented son, Rohan Omar Wyandon, for creating the artwork on the book cover – you’ve always had it in you! To professional artist, Philip D. Louis II, Lauren Hawthorne, and Jarvis Wyandon, thank you for the book cover edits. And to my twin daughters, Raine and Eden Wyandon, I owe you everything times two for the countless amount of technical hours working on this project. The three of you are the light of my Soul. Thank you.

      A special thank you to Mrs. Mattie Hardy for your support throughout this process. And finally, to the memory of Dr. Hardy. It was my honor to be of service to you, I shall be eternally grateful.

      Lastly, to the divide that exists, may God extend his Grace so that it becomes shortened. Soon and very soon, one day, it shall be no more. And so, it is.

      With gratitude,

      Tonya Scott Wyandon

      Author of Breaking Into Soul – A Novel

      Granddaughter of the late Willie Bennet and Melnor Dunbar Scott, Sr. – St. Francisville, La.

      Contents

      Foreword

      Preface        Exclusion of Notable People of Color in West Feliciana Parish

      Part I          The History of the Hardy Family in West Feliciana Parish.

      The Journey of Henry L. Hardy

      Part II         Formal Education for People of Color in West Feliciana

      Notable – John S. Dawson

      The History of Charlotte’s family

      The History of Mary’s Family

      The History of John Sterling’s Family

      John S. Dawson – they called him Professor

      Letter by John S. Dawson

      John S. Dawson High School

      Notable – Dr. Roberta Emery Nelson

      Part III        The Nathaniel Hawthorne Smith Family in West Feliciana Parish

      Notable – Major General Issac D. Smith

      Part IV        When West Feliciana Parish was People of Color C.O.R.E. 1963

      The West Feliciana Voter Registration Drive of 1963

      Notable – Reverend Joseph Carter

      Notable – Mrs. Maria Baker

      Notable – The Honorable Joseph McDomick, Jr.

      Notable – Dr. Leodrey Williams

      Part V         The Center of St. Francisville and Black Families

      Barber and Beauty Shops

      Churches

      Funeral Homes

      The Hardwood Sports Baseball Team

      Boy Scouts (Colored)

      Part VI         Activities for People of Color in St. Francisville, Louisiana

      Happy Llandiers

      Order of The Eastern Star

      The Benevolent Society

      The Masonic Lodge

      Notable – Leon Lil Jimmy Reed Atkins

      Notable – Thomas Dawson

      Part VII        The West Feliciana Historical Society Cancels the Audubon Pilgrimage

      Notable – Milton L. Scott

      Part VIII      Preserving the Dawson Legacy of Education in West Feliciana Parish

      Notable – Ken Dawson

      The John S. Dawson Alumni Association/Foundation

      Part IX        Summary by Dr. Henry Hardy

      Notable People of Color – St. Francisville, Louisiana

      Notable – Dr. Henry L. Hardy

      Additional Content

      About the Author

      Acknowledgements

      Endnotes

      Works Cited

      Dear Khenzie,

      At the time of this writing, I am eighty-two years old, and you are a three-year-old. May this book enlighten you of your great-grandfather’s life during that period.

      I would like to instill in you that the Grace of God and education are the pathways for peace and happiness on this earth. I challenge you to follow in my footsteps and achieve academic excellence and spiritual growth.

      In my lifetime, I have lived through periods of segregation, institutional racism, racial unrest, Hurricane Katrina, the first African American president (former President Barack Hussein Obama), COVID -19 (Coronavirus Global Pandemic of 2019), the U.S. Capitol Insurrection of 2021, and the first female and African American Vice President of the United States, Vice President Kamala D. Harris.

      My spiritual hero is Jesus Christ. My educational heroes were Professor John Sterling Dawson, Dr. Benjamin E. Mays, and Dr. Carter G. Woodson. Throughout this book, you will find three of my favorite quotes written by Dr. Benjamin E. Mays (1894-1984) and Dr. Carter G. Woodson (1875-1950). May these quotes become embedded in your heart.

      Your Great-Grandfather,

      Dr. Henry L. Hardy

      To Khenzi,

      Your Great-Grandfather (my father, Dr. Henry Hardy), had a vision at 1:00 AM in the morning, got up, and started typing on his computer. His vision was filled with hopes and future accomplishments that his great-grandkids might have. Your great-grandfather asked if I could put something together dedicated to you in the book he is presently authoring.

      I knew this was not going to be easy as a dedication is usually about a paragraph at most. Well, Khenzi, for me, not sure which paragraphs your great-grandfather would remove, I pondered on this for about a week or two.

      The last four years have been a dark hole for many parts of America, well, let’s say the world. Dreams for some young adults did not seem to come to fruition. There have been many senseless killings and many wrong injustices. There was so much history I did not know until the last two years (beginning with 2018). Khenzi, in 2008, the United States had its first African American President (former President Barack Hussein Obama), who also became a two-term president. However, succeeding this historic event, in 2016, racism was revealed under the leadership of former President Donald Trump (January 20,

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