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"Fighting For School Equality"
A history of Calfee Training School and the fight for equalized education in Pulaski.
"Weigh 'Race Row' with Teachers"
Attorneys for the seven Black teachers and for the Lockland school board met in hopes of settling an integration dispute. When Wayne High School, a school for Black students, closed, seven teachers were reassigned to teach elementary school instead…
"Former Lockland Teachers Seek High Court Order"
Teachers including Willis Gravely sought a state Supreme Court order to be rehired in the Lockland District school system. They asked the court for a writ of mandamus, stating the Lockland Board of Education "maintained racial segregation through its…
"Dismiss Suit of Teachers"
Recapping the dismissal of the suit brought against Lockland School Board via Ohio Supreme Court. The dismissal was requested by the seven participating teachers, including Willis Gravely.
"Negro Teachers Continue Action: Suit Is Withdrawn From High Court"
Seven teachers withdrew their suit against the Lockland School Board, and their attorney hinted at further action but did not share details. The case began when Lockland's Wayne HIgh School, a Black high school, was closed, and the teachers were…
"7 Teachers File Suit Against Lockland Board"
Seven teachers' action against the Lockland School Board asking for assignment to Lockland High School without discrimination based on color. One of the seven teachers listed is Willis Gravely.
"Pulaski School JC Outlawed: All in County Must Be Treated Fairly"
Announcing the U.S. District Court, Western District, order to forever restrain the Pulaski County school board and superintendent from discriminating against Black children via facilities, educational opportunities, and other advantages.