William Lloyd Garrison, abolitionist, newspaper owner and member of Abraham Lincoln's cabinet. CNN.
Wherever there is a human being, I see God-given rights inherent in that being, whatever may be the sex or complexion. William Lloyd Garrison
Clarence Edward Gantt. KCUR.
He refused to be marginalized or allow his students to be, or accept mediocrity regardless of obstacles real or imagined. Shelton Ponder, of Clarence Edward Gantt
Former instructors of the Garrison school reunite. Photo courtesy of CCAAL.
It was a family here...much love was provided here at Garrison. Theresa Byrd
China Slaughter. Photo courtesy of the city of Liberty.
He taught them humility, honor, duty, and respect for their fellow man. Lawrence 'China' Slaughter Memorial Reading Park Plaque donated by the Liberty High School class of 1965
Shelton Ponder. Photo courtesy of KCUR.
When I come up the street and see Garrison, I'm re-energized. It's always been here. It's my Mecca. Shelton Ponder