| Special Election Held For Rep James Meredith | ||
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| This clip is not available for streaming at this time. Please contact WPA. | Tape Master: | 1758 |
| Catalog #: | 425732 | |
| Clip Number: | 425732-1 | |
| Orginal Film: | 040-021-03 | |
| Timecode: | ||
| Location: | New York, New York | |
| Year Shot: | 1967 (Actual Year) | |
| Audio: | Yes | |
| Color: | No | |
| Headings: | CIVIL RIGHTS: African-American CROWDS: Misc. ELECTIONS: Nomination LOCATIONS/NORTH AMERICA: USA, New York, New York POLITICS: Political Party, USA, Republican | |
| Description: | Same as catalog #520342 New York Republicans choose civil rights figure James Meredith to run against excluded Congressman Adam Clayton Powell, in an upcoming special election. Powell expressed contempt for his opponent, dismissing him with the remark, "Meredith who?" Establishing shot - A group of Republicans gather for a press conference to endorse James Meredith. CU - Civil rights figure, James Meredith. MS - Meredith being interviewed by the press. MS - James Meredith with surrounding supporters shaking hands. | |
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