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Centennial commemoration of deadly 1917 East St. Louis race riots will memorialize victims

(St. Louis Public Radio) – One hundred years after the 1917 East St. Louis race riots a permanent monument to victims will be dedicated, and educational programs, musical and theatrical presentation, and other events will be held. The East St. Louis 1917 Centennial Commission and Cultural Initiative announced its plans Wednesday. Commission vice chairman Edmond […]

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