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Title
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The Flood of 1951 Dredges up old Memories
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Description
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According to Leo Ayal, Jr., an important effect of the flood of 1951 which is often overlooked is its role in ending segregation of Hispanics in Kansas City, Kansas. Before the flood, Hispanics could only live in certain areas and attend certain schools. The Alvarado case of 1953 and the civil rights movement continued this trend of breaking down discrimination.
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Date
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2004-07-08
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Object Type
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Newspaper Article
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Title
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Guadalupe Center
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Description
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A woman sits at a desk. The caption on the bottom left corner identifies her as Tess Flood.
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Date
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1940~
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Object Type
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Photograph
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Title
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SC20 Guadalupe Center Collection Finding Aid
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Description
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Established in 1919, the Guadalupe Center originally served as a settlement house and gathering place for the growing community of Mexican immigrants residing on the West Side of Kansas City. The center offered a variety of programs, including medical clinics, classes, music and dance groups, sports teams, and social clubs. The Guadalupe Center Collection contains scrapbooks, photographs, programs, histories, and records that document an early period of the organization’s activities.
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Date
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1918/1977
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Object Type
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Finding Aid
