Wordless Wednesday – Members in Front of Emory Chapel Methodist Church

Emory Chapel Church in Newport, Arkansas during the 1950s (photo courtesy of Jackson County Historical Society).

April 13, 2022 0

It’s Official the 1950 US Census Is Now Available

It has been 72 years of waiting, but the 1950 US Census has finally been released. I still have to wait another 12 years for the 1960 US Census to be released to be able to find my parents. But I have been able to locate all of my grandparents, my great grandmother, and most... Continue Reading →

April 1, 2022 1

I Presented My Genealogy Journey for Black History Month Celebration at Arkansas State University, Newport

Black History Month has always been special to me, but this year was even more special because I was able to curate two displays to honor the African American high school in my hometown, W.F. Branch (click HERE to read more about these displays). Creating these displays and being able to share the history of... Continue Reading →

March 31, 2022 6

Wordless Wednesday – Sound Check

My grandfather, Gus Hatchett (second from the right), with his singing group, the United Harmonizers - Photo courtesy of the Jackson County Historical Society

March 30, 2022 1

Wordless Wednesday – State Champions Girls Basketball Team, Brown-Williams High School

My Aunt Bert (fourth from the right) with her teammates in McCrory, Arkansas - Photo Courtesy of Brown-Williams High School Group

March 2, 2022 0

Wordless Wednesday – Branch High Class of 1970, The Last Class

My mother, Patricia Hatchett Mays, top left photo

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February 9, 2022 0

Black History Month 2022 – My Display In Honor of W.F. Branch High School

February has always been my favorite month of the year because it's Black History Month. I know in February I will be able to find all kinds of Black books, apparel, and information that isn't readily available in stores throughout the rest of the year. During February I know I will be able to watch... Continue Reading →