Man in a suit posing on a car
I don’t think any of us could look this cool if we tried. If anyone knows who this Houstonian is,…
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Houston Black History
Uncovering Houston
William E. “Ned” Jones: One of Houston’s first Black police officers
During Reconstruction, Houston began establishing its police force which had previously consisted of volunteers. In 1873, the Houston police force…
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Jefferson’s Gulf Service Station on Chocolate Bayou Road
Clerch Edgar Jefferson was born on April 6, 1903 in Jefferson, Texas, making him 53 at the time of the…
Uncovering Houston
A Celebration of Freedom on Lyons Avenue
I came across some wonderful photos of a Juneteenth parade in Houston that were undated and lacking locations. Considering this…