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Scenes in the First Reconstructed Legislature, 1905. Creator: Unknown
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Scenes in the First Reconstructed Legislature, 1905. Creator: Unknown
Scenes in the First Reconstructed Legislature, 1905. Additional title: Cartoons from " The Loil Legislature, " by Captain B. H. Screws
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Scenes in the First Reconstructed Legislature, 150 years ago, unfold in this collection of cartoons from "The Loil Legislature," created by Captain Benjamin H. Screws in 1905. This intriguing set of images offers a unique glimpse into the historic moment when African American representatives took their seats in the Alabama State Legislature, marking a significant milestone in the fight for civil rights in the United States. The scene is set in the Alabama State Capitol building, with four individuals, a mix of Caucasian and African American men, engaged in the business of government. One man, dressed in a suit and holding a lectern, presides over the assembly, while another, a bootblack, shines the shoes of a legislator, highlighting the stark contrast between the roles of those in power and those who served them. The cartoons, published in the book "The Loil Legislature," were created by Captain Benjamin H. Screws, a prolific cartoonist and journalist who documented the events of the time. The illustrations, presented in a panoramic, letterbox format, capture the essence of the era, with its mix of formal attire, footwear, and the casual wear of the bootblack. This collection of images, now held in the Jean Blackwell Hutson Research and Reference Division of the New York Public Library, offers a fascinating look into the past, providing insights into the social, political, and cultural landscape of the early 1900s in America. The cartoons serve as a reminder of the progress that has been made, as well as a reminder of the challenges that still remain in the ongoing struggle for civil rights and equality.
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