SIDNEY POITIER and DOROTHY DANDRIDGE in 'PORGY AND BESS' October 5 1867—The first Black mayor of any American city takes office. His name was Monroe Baker. The prominent businessman was appointed mayor of St. Martin, La., two years after the end of slavery. October 6 1847—The first National Black Convention takes place in … Continued

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