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Faculty of Storer College, 1899-1901, sitting on the front steps of a building. First Row: Miss James, Mr. McDonald, Mrs. Lightner, Miss Johnson. Second Row: Mr. Hughey, Miss Sands. Third Row: Miss Baker, Miss Smith. Not Present: Mrs. Brackett

43. Group Portrait of Storer College Faculty, Harpers Ferry, W. Va.

IDNO:
036531
Title:
Group Portrait of Storer College Faculty, Harpers Ferry, W. Va.
Coralie Franklin Cook (1861-1942) was born into slavery and eventually became the first descendant of a Monticello slave known to have graduated from college. She graduated from Storer College in Harpers Ferry, W.Va. in 1880. She later taught elocution and English at the college and then taught at Howard University. Cook was also known for her activities relating to the Civil Rights Movement.

44. Coralie Franklin Cook, Storer College Alum

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049772
Title:
Coralie Franklin Cook, Storer College Alum
Nathan Cook Brackett played a significant role in the founding of Storer College. He served as principal for thirty years from 1865 to 1895.

45. Nathan Cook Brackett, Harpers Ferry, W. Va.

IDNO:
050483
Title:
Nathan Cook Brackett, Harpers Ferry, W. Va.