My Paperback Book (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781329409491)

Since it's founding, development and continued transformation, Needmore had been the apex of African American culture throughout Starkville, Oktibbeha county and Mississippi . This also, focuses on Negros' struggles to become Black and their transition to African Americans. What is the origin of the name Needmore? Many think it means the community needs more of everything and that poverty is the essence of it's meaning. Needmore is a railroad term which means that the towns near the tracks need more people to come and take up residence. Needmore's rich and diverse culture that continues to impact the growth and development of the youth and the infrastructure of the city of Starkville. The rush to record the history of the Needmore community presented a sense of urgency to write this book. It's umbilical cords are expiring and their repository of history is critical in completing this book that links future generations to their past.

Author: Jerry Jones
ISBN-10: 1329409493
ISBN-13: 9781329409491
Publisher: Lulu.com
Language: English
Published: 07/24/2015
Pages: 146
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.49lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.34d