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This title seeks to provide a detailed history of the Chicago Urban League from its founding in 1916 through the early years of the civil rights movement in the 1960s and relates the work of this agency to broader developments in Chicago and America as a whole.

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This well-documented book is a good example of what can be done with a topic in local history. It traces the history of the Chicago branch of the Urban League from its creation in 1916-17 until 1965.... All who seek to understand why we have had racial demonstrations and riots in our cities will find enlightenment here. - The Historian ""The author utilizes his sources effectively, especially the files of the local office and personal interviews, in piecing together a fascinating story of the trials and tribulations of the Chicago League.... This book makes worthwhile reading."" - Journal of Negro History ""[History of the Chicago Urban League] gives evidence of careful research and balanced judgment. The author presents a detailed picture of the working of the League - its programs, finances, and internal feuds - against the larger background of the social and economic conditions of Chicago's Negro population."" - Journal of American History

History of the Chicago Urban League

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      Publisher: University of Missouri Press
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 5/31/2001 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780826213471, 978-0826213471
      ISBN10: 0826213472
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      This title seeks to provide a detailed history of the Chicago Urban League from its founding in 1916 through the early years of the civil rights movement in the 1960s and relates the work of this agency to broader developments in Chicago and America as a whole.

      Trade Review
      This well-documented book is a good example of what can be done with a topic in local history. It traces the history of the Chicago branch of the Urban League from its creation in 1916-17 until 1965.... All who seek to understand why we have had racial demonstrations and riots in our cities will find enlightenment here. - The Historian ""The author utilizes his sources effectively, especially the files of the local office and personal interviews, in piecing together a fascinating story of the trials and tribulations of the Chicago League.... This book makes worthwhile reading."" - Journal of Negro History ""[History of the Chicago Urban League] gives evidence of careful research and balanced judgment. The author presents a detailed picture of the working of the League - its programs, finances, and internal feuds - against the larger background of the social and economic conditions of Chicago's Negro population."" - Journal of American History

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