This article covers the story of 1955 S.U.I contest. Miss Dora Lee Martin was crowned queen, making her the first African American woman to win the spot. Ms. Martin states in the article how the atmosphere in Iowa universities and in Iowa in general has been so welcoming and tolerable towards the African American community. This article was released in the Tribunal Journal of Sioux City, IA. For any use other than instructional resources, please check with the organization that owns this item regarding copyright restrictions.
2018.052.007 [Clipping, Newspaper]
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