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Interviewer
Dr. George Garrison
Files
Abstract
This interview is conducted by Dr. George Garrison with Mr. James Mickens for his history of Emmett Scott High School project. Emmett Scott was the segregated school for African Americans in Rock Hill, South Carolina. It was named for Emmett Scott a former aide to Booker T. Washington and President Woodrow Wilson. It was built in 1920 and closed in 1970 with the full integration of the Rock Hill School District. Mr. Mickens is related to Emmett Scott’s second principal Lemuel B. Moore. Mr. Mickens discusses his familial connections with the Moores as well as a period of time in which he lived with L.B. Moore Sr. He discusses his experiences at Emmett Scott High School and the local black community. Mr. Mickens also gives insight into the personal lives of the principals and teachers of Emmett Scott High School.
Publication Date
7-14-2003
Unique Identifier
OH 681
Format
MP3; WAV;
Length
00:40:25
Recommended Citation
Mickens, James and Emmett Scott High School, "Interview with James Mickens - OH 681" (2003). Winthrop University Oral History Program. OH 681.
https://digitalcommons.winthrop.edu/oralhistoryprogram/568
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