Source

State Archives of Florida, Series S1352

Description

A memo from J. Clarence Simpson, superintendent at Florida Caverns State Park, regarding the increase in African-American attendence at Florida Caverns and the need for segregated bathroom facilities as a result. There is also a handwritten note, dated May 31, 1943, written by Director of State Parks Lewis Scoggin stating that Florida Caverns State Park should arrange for privies for now and plan for permanent facilities for African-Americans at a later date.

Date

1943-05-25

Creator

Simpson, J. Clarence
Scoggin, Lewis Glendon, 1899-1978

Format

Letters (correspondence)

Coverage

Florida during World War II (1939-1945)

Topic

Slavery And Race Relations

Subjects

Caves--Florida--Jackson County--Marianna
Florida Park Service
Parks--Florida--Jackson County--Marianna
Segregation

Geographic Term

Marianna
Jackson County