Young Men’s Christian Association
Organization
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Beaumont Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) Records
Collection
Identifier: AC-152
Abstract
The Beaumont branch of the Young Men's Christian Organization was formed in 1901 following the discovery of oil at Spindletop and the subsequent population boom. Throughout the 20th century, the Beaumont YMCA served as an important community center and continuously fundraised in order to open new locations and complexes. This collection consists of organizational records and historical materials related to the Beaumont chapter of the YMCA dating from the years 1903 to 1999.
Dates:
1903 - 1999
Found in:
Tyrrell Historical Library Archives
Cleveland Nisby Papers
Collection
Identifier: AC-657
Abstract
Cleveland Nisby was a prominent civic leader and activist in the Beaumont, Texas area. While employed by the Magnolia Refinery, Mr. Nisby worked to get union representation for Black workers and to eliminate dual lines of promotion for Black and White workers. In the 1960’s he made numerous appearances before local elected officials to encourage the hiring of Black clerical and professional employees. His efforts led to the hiring of the first Black employee hired for a clerical position in...
Dates:
1919-2011
Found in:
Tyrrell Historical Library Archives
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