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RCH 2-5B Yr 2019 Study of Lincoln Purcellville Dispute

This study authored by Larry Roeder in 2016 contains the summary of the dispute. In 1926, the Lincoln-Purcellville dispute arose over the replacement of Lincoln High School, which had burned down and needed to be rebuilt. Lincoln residents wanted to maintain the school in their community, while Purcellville residents argued for it to be relocated to their town. This conflict highlighted deeper issues of cultural clashes, with underlying prejudice against Quakers for their pacifist beliefs and non-traditional voting patterns. The dispute escalated beyond the School Board, involving county and state government officials as well as the courts, showcasing the evolving landscape of school administration in Virginia. Despite tensions, the conflict was ultimately resolved in favor of Lincoln, with the school reopening in March 1927. This event also shed light on broader issues of civil liberties and freedom of speech during a time of political upheaval and social change.

EWP 2-5B Yr 1926 July Correspondence between O.T Emerick and Harris Hart - Decision of Virginia State School Board not to intervene in Lincoln-Purcellville School location issue.

Two letters dated July 1926 between Superintendent Emerick and Harris Hart, Superintendent of Public Instruction regarding the location of the Lincoln-Purcellville High School. The issue was brought before the circuit court, which ruled that the school trustee electoral board had jurisdiction. The first letter is addressed to Superintendent Harris Hart dated July 1, 1926 from Superintendent Emerick. (missing second page.) The School Board Trustee electoral Board decided to hear the case on July 9th. The board passed a resolution requesting a committee of 3 make careful study of the matter and make recommendations regarding the school's location. It was advised this committee would have experts whose expenses were already budgeted to cover their expenses. The second letter (O.T Emerick to Harris Hart) The committee of three was made up of Mr. Combs, Mr. Smithey and Mr. Hoke. However, a memorandum report by this committee suggested the dispute was local between these two communities. This lead the Department of Education to decline involvement. (Last 2 pages are duplicate pages.)

EWP 2-5B Yr 1926 Law of Lincoln Purcellville School Case

"The Law of Lincoln - Purcellville School Case Appeals," provides insight into the legal framework surrounding school board actions and appeals during the Lincoln-Purcellville. School location dispute. It references specific legal codes such as Code 666, Acts of 1924, and Code Section 673, highlighting the importance of adherence to Virginia State Board of Education regulations and procedures in selecting and approving school sites. The mention of Acts of 1922 authorizing condemnation for site selection emphasizes the complexities and legalities involved in establishing school locations. Sections on donations, closing schools, and electoral board membership reveal the various legal considerations that impacted education policies and practices in the area during this time.

EWP 2-5B Yr 1926 LTM News Reports on Lincoln Purcellville Dispute

EWP 2-5B Yr 2019 Draft Study of Lincoln Purcellville Dispute

EWP 2-5B Lincoln Dispute

An email between Larry Roeder and Anthony Arciero. No study attachment is present.

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